Top 13 Best Metroidvanias, Ranked

IGN’s latest roundup dives into the Metroidvania hall of fame, pitting classics and fresh takes against each other to see if Hollow Knight: Silksong will reign supreme in 2025. Kicking off with early trailblazers like Shadow Complex and Blasphemous, it weaves through indie delights such as Yoku’s Island Express and Animal Well, before hitting modern must-plays like Ori and the Will of the Wisps.

The list rolls on with Cave Story, Axiom Verge, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Steamworld Dig 2, Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night, and Guacamelee! 2, with Hollow Knight’s original and its silky sequel closing out the top 13. Perfect for vets and newcomers alike, this ranked guide nails every essential Metroidvania adventure.

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