Best metroidvania games to play after Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown

Metroidvania games are, well, games that are inspired directly by Metroid and Castlevania. These games started out as 2D exploration games, where exploring a side-scrolling world will uncover new powers and abilities, which open up more pathways and areas. You’d think the world could’ve come to a consensus on a better title for the genre by now, but what can you do. The genre has seen an incredible resurgence over the course of the last generation, and we’re seeing big-budget and humble indie metroidvanias release regularly, with Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown just being the latest great game in the genre. In this list, we’re breaking down the metroidvania games you need to play if you enjoy playing Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. One of the best modern Metroid games – well, one of the only modern Metroid games – Metroid Dread is a tremendous return to form, and proves why this series is so beloved. Samus moves swiftly and is incredibly agile, despite each footstep landing with a heavy thud. You’ll need