MIO: Memories in Orbit similar games & best alternatives

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MIO: Memories in Orbit

Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch 2, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2026

Should you play it?

Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

What works

  • Beautiful art and animation
  • Excellent soundtrack and atmosphere
  • Challenging and rewarding platforming and combat
  • Unique movement and upgrade systems
  • Deep exploration and lore

Things to keep in mind

  • Long boss runbacks and elevator rides
  • Limited fast travel options
  • Permanent health loss can frustrate some players
  • Lack of map updates in unexplored areas
  • Some platforming mechanics feel inconsistent

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Hollow Knight: Silksong

  • There Is No Light: Enhanced Edition

  • The Darkest Tales — Into the Nightmare

  • Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus

  • The Darkest Tales

  • Aeterna Noctis

More relaxing

Games that feels like MIO: Memories in Orbit but with a more relaxing feel

  • Zefyr: A Thief's Melody

  • Hob

  • Kao the Kangaroo

  • Prince of Persia The Lost Crown

  • Gestalt: Steam & Cinder

  • WitchSpring R

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MIO: Memories in Orbit: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Violence, Survival, Fellowship, Intimacy. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Exploration. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation, Leadership.

Last update: 21/08/2026