Metroidvanias, also known as search-action games, are everywhere. What was once a relatively niche genre has become extremely popular in recent years, especially as AAA and indie publishers alike explore their own distinct takes on the genre with added mechanics, interesting settings, and worlds to explore. The best metroidvanias are games that provide massive maps to explore, obstacles to conquer, and progression systems with constant “eureka” moments during your journey. There are so many to choose from that it can…