Comparison guide
Games like Kotama and Academy Citadel: similar indie games to play next
Kotama and Academy Citadel works because fast decisions, readable runs, and meaningful progression all click together. This guide starts from those signals and links you directly to our full reviews.
Why these games fit Kotama and Academy Citadel fans
Picked by shared tags, review scores, short verdicts, and editorial fit. The list is curated rather than a purely automatic sort.
9.0Hollow Knight: Silksong
Beautiful, brutal Metroidvania that rewards persistence.
Sep 4, 2025
If you liked Kotama and Academy Citadel, Hollow Knight: Silksong delivers familiar action, boss-rush and exploration for a seamless next pick. We scored it 9.0/10.
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8.3Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon - Sanctuary of Sarras DLC
Sunken secrets, new skill trees, 15 hours of content
Dec 15, 2025
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon - Sanctuary of Sarras DLC leans into action, adventure and exploration, hitting the same notes that make Kotama and Academy Citadel click. We scored it 8.3/10.
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7.8DuneCrawl
Chaotic co‑op on a giant, upgradeable crab.
Jan 5, 2026
