60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Singleplayer, Retro, Side Scroller.
It’s the year 202X. Bosses and Landlords rule over a dying world. Something has to be done. Someone has to fight for the people!
CrushBorgs
"Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.
Bring Back The Sun by Daniel da Silva
Bring Back The Sun is a short and challenging 2D Platformer. The goal is obvious - bring back the sun! No enemies, no spikes, just jumping above the bottomless pit.
"Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.
Why similar: Robots 28.6%, 1990's 21.7%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Retro 11.1%, Platformer 8.8%
Bring Back The Sun is a short and challenging 2D Platformer. The goal is obvious - bring back the sun! No enemies, no spikes, just jumping above the bottomless pit.
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 56.6% ★, Side Scroller 19%, Platformer 10%, Retro 6.9%, 2D 3.6%
C&F Inc. teleporters are going offline all over the place, and it's up to an intrepid frog employee to fix the situation.
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 47.9% ★, Side Scroller 16.5%, Platformer 9%, Shooter 6.9%, Retro 6.4%
Blast your way through a world of deadly robots and monstrous machines in this explosive run-and-gun action platformer inspired by '90s classics!
Why similar: Robots 21.9%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Platformer 13.4%, Retro 11.1%, 1990's 7.6%
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Why similar: Silent Protagonist 48.7% ★, Robots 24%, Fast-Paced 9.1%, Platformer 8.8%, Shooter 6.8%
Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.
Why similar: Robots 27.8%, Fast-Paced 16.6%, Platformer 13.8%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Retro 8.2%
A fast-paced platform shooter inspired by 90s classics. Follow Robot-X on a journey to protect the city from a new danger, fight bosses and jump over pits in this retro experience.
Why similar: Robots 23.3%, Side Scroller 16.4%, 1990's 14.3%, Retro 11.5%, Platformer 10.2%
Mega Man X DiVE reimagined the world of the Mega Man X series, and now it's getting an offline version! Strengthen your characters and weapons with a variety of powerups to make them all your own. Then test them out in the side-scrolling action of "what-if" worlds in Mega Man X!
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.9%, Robots 26%, 1990's 17.6%, Retro 8.5%, 2D 8.4%
Introducing The Multiverse Trilogy.
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 55.5% ★, Robots 17.5%, Fast-Paced 10.4%, Shooter 7.8%, Retro 5.3%
Inspired by games like Contra and Turrican, Guts 'n Grunts is a mid-paced action game with lots of shooting, swimming, and rolling. Find power-ups. Earn upgrades. Fight for pig freedom!
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.6%, Robots 20.1%, 1990's 17.7%, Platformer 13.6%, Shooter 10.5%
A tight action side-scroller with challenging robotic bosses. Dodge metallic dangers, acquire powerful weapons and blast your way through a destroyed world full of deadly machines where running out of energy means defeat.
Why similar: Robots 27.2%, Side Scroller 18%, 1990's 13.1%, Platformer 9.2%, Retro 9.1%
The classic 2D side-scrolling action game has evovled! With twice the content, better controls, and higher accessibility, Steel Sword Story S is bigger and better than ever!
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 46.5% ★, Side Scroller 17.7%, Retro 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Action 7%
Mega Man returns in 2027 with a brand-new entry in the classic action platforming series! Override challenges and blast down legions of robots while springboarding across a new array of futuristic frontiers!
Why similar: Robots 41.7%, Side Scroller 28.9%, Platformer 19.3%, Action 8.7%, Singleplayer 1.4%
Armed with a big smile and punches that fly endlessly,have fun progressing! P-PAN can fly and hovering,so even if you're not good at play jumping action,this 2D action shooting game has simple controls that can enjoy.
Why similar: Robots 26.3%, 1990's 20.9%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Retro 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
An all-new Metroidvania-style game developed using Pixel Game Maker MV! Make use of a variety of weapons as you traverse sprawling stages on a mission to take back your brother's body from the witch who stole it!
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 49.2% ★, Side Scroller 18.1%, Platformer 9.1%, Retro 6.3%, Cute 6%
Terra Earth is a 2D platformer with a mostly NES-faithful pixel art style. You can visit the six stages in any order, and the order in which you complete stages affects how the story plays out. That's basically it; it's not that complicated, so give it a shot if it seems interesting to you.
Why similar: Robots 42.6%, Platformer 18.5%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, 2D 7.1%
Welcome to the MainFrame! V.START is a Retro 2D Platformer set within a Computer from 1995, A Virus has been Detected Deep within the System. Choose your Avatar : B.O.B , B.R.T or B.T.Y and Explore 4 Unique Zones, Collect Chips, Fight Bots and Hack Terminals
Why similar: Robots 38.9%, 1990's 24.4%, Platformer 17.8%, Retro 9.2%, 2D 4.8%
Turn around to parry and block! Equipped with a shield on your back, jump your way through vivid levels, meet funny characters, and face challenging bosses. Fight using a quick-firing Alien Blaster or a melee-focused sword! Choose the path you want to go in this SUPER ADVENTURE!
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 54.6% ★, Side Scroller 18.6%, Retro 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%, Shooter 4.6%
Mega Man X Legacy Collection includes the legendary 16-bit titles and the series’ exciting foray into the 32-bit era: Mega Man X, Mega Man X2, Mega Man X3, and Mega Man X4. Test your skills in the new X Challenge mode, which pits players against two deadly bosses at once.
Why similar: Robots 26.8%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Platformer 14.1%, 1990's 12.9%, Retro 10.3%
Experience the thrill of Terminator 2: Judgment Day with arcade action & pixel-perfect graphics! In this unique story blending iconic scenes from the movie with original scenarios and multiple endings, humanity’s fate is yours to decide.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.4%, 1990's 20.4%, Fast-Paced 13.3%, Shooter 10%, Retro 9.7%
2D Adventure, Puzzle
Why similar: Robots 37.5%, Side Scroller 29.9%, Platformer 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Action 2.8%
You are the ultimate weapon with an ultimate sidekick – Collect secret items and get power ups to become the perfect weapon.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.5%, Platformer 27%, Robots 23.7%, Action 7.8%, Shooter 4.6%
A Small Robot Story is an adventure-platformer where you play as Rae, a small robot who activates and has no idea why. So you need to set out and find out what's up! With a heavy emphasis on story, A Small Robot Story will take you through forests, factories, caves, laboratories, and more.
Why similar: Robots 43.2%, Platformer 19.7%, Retro 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, 2D 8.1%
A summer themed retro style 2D platformer, where you fight some robots and evil pirates playing as "Sunny", an adorable and adventurous penguin with a watergun!
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.1%, Robots 17.2%, Platformer 12.7%, 1990's 10.1%, Shooter 9.8%
Robot wants stuff! Go get it for him in this compilation of the metroidvania Robot Wants series, including an all-new Robot adventure!
Why similar: Robots 27.4%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Fast-Paced 13.5%, Platformer 10.7%, Retro 9.4%
Drill Hero Legend is a 2D action platformer with rogue-lite elements, where your drill head is your greatest weapon! Drill, shoot and slide at high speeds as you face intense challenges! Choose your route, overcome obstacles with unique advantages and disadvantages and upgrade your arsenal!
Why similar: Robots 35.7%, Side Scroller 24.6%, Platformer 14.5%, Shooter 7.4%, 2D 5.7%
Mutant foes await: Transform into different animals and recombine your own DNA to unlock new abilities in Faunamorph. Uncover the mysteries of your origin in this action-packed 2D metroidvania about genetics and mutations.
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 59.7% ★, Side Scroller 19.3%, Platformer 8.9%, 2D 4.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%
Metaloid: Origin is an fast-paced gun’n'run 2D platformer. Take on the role of one out of three android warrior's known as “Predator” and dash through 9 different levels in order to save their planet from an robot army led by Lucian Corp, whom invade their planet and exploit the planetary resources to fuel their galactic war efforts.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.3%, Platformer 14.4%, Fast-Paced 12.9%, Retro 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.6%, Retro 15.3%, Robots 13.8%, Platformer 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
Retro pixels are back! Good old 80s/90s style is back! Enjoy a classic 2D platformer with old era graphics! 16x16 pixel sprites and ambient, flat chip tuned 8 bit music! Guide Kla, the last survivor from Haxor planet, through the world full of vicious creatures, deadly traps and giant bosses!
Why similar: Robots 21.5%, Side Scroller 20.7%, 1990's 13.1%, Platformer 11.2%, Retro 10.9%
Dangerous Level is a simple 2D platformer in which you play a man with a big head. Show your skill and reach the teleport
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 49.2% ★, Side Scroller 16%, Fast-Paced 15.6%, Platformer 9.9%, 2D 4.7%
The game is now available as “HORGIHUGH,” a shooting game that has been well received for its package illustrations by KOU, an illustrator who has worked on the “Shanti” series and other games, and for its serious theme and authentic level design, despite its cute retro dot-picture appearance.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.7%, 1990's 28.1%, Retro 11.9%, Action 9.4%, 2D 8%
ERSATZ is a speed focused Hardcore Action Platformer with a musical twist! Featuring an Original Electronic Soundtrack also by Paris Stalker, the game's creator, hear and feel the music build as you progress and hazards, obstacles, boss attacks & controller vibrations move to the ever present beat!
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 45.8% ★, Fast-Paced 14%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Platformer 9.2%, Retro 6.8%
Step back into the 90s with this thrilling modern-retro 2D platformer, bursting with a vibrant vintage aesthetic. Grab your rad snapback, crack open a Sunny D, and dive headfirst into the world of Fuzz!
Why similar: 1990's 29.5%, Platformer 18.4%, Retro 14.6%, Side Scroller 13%, Cute 11.2%
Xilosaga is an action and platform game where you play as Tatuapu, an Indian from a local tribe, who ventures out with the aim of purging a plague within the carrancas, which began to attract evil spirits and dominated the inhabitants of northeastern Brazil.
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 68.1% ★, Side Scroller 17.9%, Platformer 6.6%, 2D 2.9%, Difficult 1.7%
Run, jump and shoot everything that stands in your way. Then you die and try again. Maybe a bit more wiser about what challenges lie ahead, maybe with an idea on how to escape this situation, or maybe not.
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 49.9% ★, Side Scroller 20.6%, Platformer 10.6%, Retro 5%, 2D 3.8%
"Escape Chase Monster" is an action game. Run away from monsters, shoot guns and reach the goal.
Why similar: Side Scroller 34.3%, 1990's 13.9%, Shooter 13.7%, Cute 11.8%, 2D 7.7%
An EXCITENGU side-scrolling shooter game to bring peace through destruction, with 2 titles x 2 modes, and useful features like Rewind and Quick Save!
Why similar: Side Scroller 34.6%, 1990's 28.5%, Shooter 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Action 8.2%
Meet Billy, a robot who is tired of his work on the production lines, who then decided to blow up everything and everyone in order to make his own choices.
Why similar: Robots 34.4%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Retro 10.1%, Cute 9%, Shooter 7.2%
A back-to-basics retro platformer! Waking up alone in a mysterious laboratory, Coraroc must make his way through colorful stages and dastardly enemies to rescue his friends. Can you help Coraroc defeat the Pacicap menace?
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.9%, Platformer 23%, 1990's 22.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Cute 8.1%
The peaceful island of Yukrea has been invaded by the evil Dread Corps! It's time to blast your way through over 6 stages of mayhem to rescue civilians and push those robots out. Use their own powers against them and help reclaim peace to the island.
Why similar: Robots 27.3%, Side Scroller 22%, Platformer 13.8%, Shooter 10.8%, Retro 9.9%
Experience puzzle-platforming the way it’s meant to be. Designed and built on 90’s hardware, Tanglewood is a 16-bit love letter to the golden age of gaming. Guide Nymn home through a forest filled with danger, in classic 2D pixel-art style.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.4%, 1990's 21.3%, Retro 14.4%, Platformer 14.4%, Cute 8.5%
2D platform adventure game
Why similar: Side Scroller 23%, 1990's 22.2%, Platformer 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, 2D 10.3%
TorqueL is unique a 2D "rolling" & "extend" platformer/action/puzzle game. Including total 50 chambers, 7 basic routes. Music of product version created by sanodg(Nobuyoshi Sano).
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 66.5% ★, Platformer 12.2%, Retro 5.8%, 2D 5.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%
Volchaos is an ultra-challenging old school platformer.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.2%, Platformer 21.9%, Retro 19.2%, 2D 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
The world is under a frantic alien attack. Amidst the chaos and with the army virtually subdued, the deadliest and most inconsequential pair of specialists are called upon to do what must be done. Join the war hunting aliens around the world and in every way possible.
Why similar: Robots 28.4%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Platformer 12.9%, Shooter 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
It's beautiful and not difficult to pass the game
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 51.2% ★, Destruction 15.6%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Platformer 9.5%, Indie 5.2%
The official Project X sequel ✨ Back after 30 years!🎮 A demanding, skill-based experience that rewards patience and mastery. Not every game is for everyone — this one is for players who love a real, fair challenge. Try the demo and see if you’re up for it. Failure teaches. Mastery rewards.
Why similar: Side Scroller 36.4%, 1990's 22.6%, Retro 15.6%, Shooter 13.2%, 2D 5.1%
Robby came to us from another planet and managed to get a real friend. The boy liked to play with Robby very much but once the misfortune happened - Robby was broken. Boy's parents gave the toy for repair and then our adventure begins.
Why similar: Robots 43.3%, Side Scroller 28.8%, Platformer 16.8%, Cute 6.8%, Indie 2.2%
Magnetta is a side-scrolling action game in the vein of classic NES titles. Jump, shoot, slide and blast your way through unique and challenging levels as you collect new weapons and upgrades, hunt down secret areas, and defeat your enemies to ensure peace in the galaxy.
Why similar: Platformer 23.1%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Fast-Paced 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Retro 10.6%
Gun Crazy is a fast paced and hectic arcade style action shoot em’ up sporting old school pixel art and a retro sound track.
Why similar: Robots 19.7%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Platformer 15.2%, Retro 13.5%, Shooter 10%
Rockett Action. Rockett Speed. Rockett 2D Adventure. Rockett Gear EX is a fast-paced 2D retro action platformer inspired by classic mecha and arcade games. Experience intense combat, high-speed gameplay, and a nostalgic sci-fi atmosphere that pays tribute to the golden age of retro gaming.
Why similar: Robots 34.8%, Side Scroller 24.3%, Platformer 10.3%, Retro 9.4%, Shooter 8.9%
JankBrain is out for world domination! Using his massive intellect, JankBrain wants to control the earth by taking over the world's economy. Inspired by 16 bit run and gun platformers of the 90s, JankBrain must tackle 55 challenging levels including mine cart, rocket pack, and boss battles.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.2%, Robots 23.6%, Retro 17.8%, Platformer 14.6%, 2D 5.6%
A.I. is destroying the digital world, and it's time to stomp it out! Play as the Dark Pixel in a stylized precision platformer where every jump counts. Navigate fatal traps and battle a deadly, evolving A.I. over 50 stages in this minimalist, retro-style, puzzle platformer.
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 60.8% ★, Robots 13.6%, Platformer 10.9%, 2D 4.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%
Help the fast like wind rabbit Alex save the world of the forest tale in the world's first platformer on the GZDoom engine. Challenge the monsters and mechanisms in the the fairy tale world after a fallen star came crashing down. Learn new skills, find tons of secrets and test your nerves!
Why similar: Silent Protagonist 35.5% ★, Platformer 17.6%, Side Scroller 17%, Retro 10.4%, Action 5.7%
Join Bernie's movement and transform the United States in this free retro 2D platformer.
Why similar: Political 43% ★, Side Scroller 14.5%, Platformer 12.2%, Retro 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 7%
Equan, the Watchful Guardian is a challenging retro platformer in which players control, Equan, an intergalactic soldier, racing against time in a hunt for eldritch monsters before they destroy the universe. The problem is, Equan keeps finding himself dead.
Why similar: Robots 24.1%, 1990's 16.5%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Platformer 10%, Retro 9.4%
Cars are falling from the sky? Time to get smashing, Box Cat!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.1%, 1990's 20.8%, Destruction 17.7%, Cute 10.1%, Retro 8.7%
Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.8%, Platformer 23.6%, Retro 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, 2D 8.3%
Curious why gamers in the 80s were so addicted to NES games? Star Keeper will take you on a journey to experience the joy of staying up all night to beat this NES game!
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.8%, 1990's 19.5%, Retro 14.7%, Platformer 11.7%, Shooter 10.4%
