https://www.polygon.com/epic-games-store-free-game-4-23-2026-doomblade/
Epic's free PC game this week is a must-play Metroidvania
Apr 23, 2026 - The Epic Games Store has a selection of free PC games that changes every week. The latest free offering will be available until April 30.
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https://www.gamesradar.com/games/metroid/use-the-souls-of-animals-and-creatures-to-transform-in-hand-drawn-2d-metroidvania-barbarian-saga-the-beastmaster-coming-fall-2026/
Use the souls of animals and creatures to transform in hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania Barbarian Saga:...
Mar 12, 2026 - This one is inspired by classic ’80s and ’90s action titles, and you can really see it in the artstyle
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https://dead-cells.com/
Dead Cells - Rogue-lite metroidvania with some souls-lite combat on top! Kill, die, learn, repeat.
A rogue-lite, Castlevania-inspired, action-platformer.
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https://www.routledge.com/Game-Design-Deep-Dive-Metroidvania/Bycer/p/book/9781032943923
Game Design Deep Dive: Metroidvania - 1st Edition - Joshua Bycer - Rou
Game Design Critic and expert Joshua Bycer is back with another entry in the Game Design Deep Dive series for a look at one of the most popular, and confusing,
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