- #1 FUBUKI ~zero in on Holoearth~ HOLOLIVE ALTERNATIVE
97% matchVery Positive87% of 198 reviews2025
Dev: PEPOSOFTPub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
『FUBUKI ~zero in on Holoearth~』is a high-speed pixel action game where you control the protagonist, Shirakami Fubuki, and battle using swords and skills.
Why similar: Side Scroller 34.2%, Action 25.1%, 2D Platformer 21%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Indie 3%
- #2 BalanceUP
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: DotLuck
Windows
Keep your balance. One mistake, and you lose everything. Climb unstable platforms while carefully maintaining your footing. Simple controls, brutal difficulty, and endless retries await. Perfect for players who enjoy challenging games and streamers seeking intense, reaction-filled moments.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.1%, 2D Platformer 23.8%, Action 22.9%, Action-Adventure 20.6%, 2D 4.6%
- #3 Rabby in the Land of Sweets
96% matchPositive92% of 36 reviews2021
Dev: TOKYO COOL JAPAN
Windows
お菓子の国に住む、砂糖菓子のウサギ「ラビィ」は、さらわれたヒロインを助けるために、ケーキの山を登っていく。 立ちはだかるのは、チョコレートウサギ「クロ」の手下たちだ。奴らを踏み越え、最深部へ向かおう!
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.1%, 2D Platformer 23.7%, Action 19.5%, Action-Adventure 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #4 The Lone Stick
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Lone Stick
Windows
Embark on a journey to kill the man who murdered your adoptive father. Fight and kill everyone who stands in your way, from killing basic foot soldiers, to fun and unique bosses. Get stronger with stat and gameplay upgrades.
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.3%, Action 19.9%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Action-Adventure 18%, Old School 8.8%
- #5 Mr.Egg:Adventure
94% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: 林宇亨 lilCowPub: X-Studio
Windows · Mac
This is a side-scrolling game with pixel art, the main character is Mr.EGG, you can brandish your sword and throw the egg shell to defeat the enemy on the way, you can also change your appearance with coins in the shop.
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.6%, 2D Platformer 26.2%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Action 11.8%
- #6 Super Console Kid
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fernando Sebastian Alvarez
Windows
Glitch out of reality! Master rocket-powered jumps, dashes, and rolls to save your town from pixelized foes bursting from busted game consoles in this bonkers 2D action adventure!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 29.3%, Action-Adventure 20.3%, Action 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, 1990's 11.9%
- #7 Static Boy
93% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Tristan Walter Montoya
Windows
2D Platformer Action/Adventure Game. Use space bar to jump. Use arrow keys to go left and right. Use mouse/trackpad to navigate menus. Using Xbox controller: Right joystick (up): jump. Left joystick: Left+Right.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27%, 2D Platformer 23.6%, Action 22.1%, 1990's 13%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
- #8 Retro Revengers
92% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: HappymealPub: Shinyuden
Windows
A retro-style adventure platformer game, inspired by hits of the past and featuring wonderful music created by Manami Matsumae, will take you on an eventful journey through the diverse environmental stages to encourage you to save the world of retro gaming.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.6%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, 1990's 13.1%, Action 11.8%
- #9 Pixel Game Maker Series NYANxTECH
91% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Gotcha Gotcha Games
Windows
Simple character control + stage gimmicks to be unlocked at the same time. This is a finger-tip confusing action puzzle. Challenge yourself with numerous difficult puzzles!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.1%, Action 23.2%, Action-Adventure 21.6%, 1990's 14%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%
- #10 Pumpkin head
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: D_water
Windows
This game is a side-scrolling 2D action shooting game created with dot pictures. Control the main character, Pumpkin Head, as he runs through various stages such as the sea and the desert while battling the slime army!
Why similar: Side Scroller 33.7%, 2D Platformer 23.6%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, Action 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #11 Azure Striker Gunvolt Trilogy Enhanced
89% matchMostly Positive78% of 212 reviews2025
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
The Azure Striker Gunvolt Trilogy Enhanced is a collection of three traditional 2D action platformers, “Azure Striker Gunvolt” (2014), “Azure Striker Gunvolt 2” (2016), and “Azure Striker Gunvolt 3” (2022) together in one release, complete with all DLC.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.7%, 2D Platformer 22.8%, Action 20.8%, Action-Adventure 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #12 妖变速递 Mutant Express
90% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: CatBox
Windows
This is a pixel style platform jumping game where players need to play a courier to avoid obstacles, mechanisms, and monsters along the way. Completing a level within a limited time will earn rewards, but there will be no rewards beyond that time.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.4%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Action-Adventure 17%, Action 16.8%, 1990's 9%
- #13 Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 3
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
The speedy and stylish action of the Luminous Avenger series is back! Our hero Copen must use his new "Divide Edge" energy swords to protect his home from otherworldly invaders! His trusty partner Lola is there to support him with evolutionary new modes!
Why similar: Side Scroller 25%, 2D Platformer 21.9%, Action 21.8%, Action-Adventure 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
- #14 Thunder Hoop Collection (QUByte Classics)
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Run, shoot, and destroy hordes of mutants in the definitive Thunder Hoop collection. Take on Professor Genbreak’s bio-monsters in two explosive retro platformers, for an authentic ’90s arcade experience!
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.8%, Action 18.2%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, 2D Platformer 16%, 1990's 10.9%
- #15 魔導少女イバラ
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Halenill
Windows
"A true classic side-scrolling action game! Magical Girl Ibara, born here."
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.5%, 2D Platformer 21.5%, Action 21.3%, Action-Adventure 20%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #16 勇者mini
86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Team Retry
Windows
BRAVEmini is an action game in whitch the player chases and blows up the enemies.Defeat enemies, blow them up, earn combos, and chase them a certain number of times to power up! Knock down bosses with your strengthened heroes!
Why similar: Side Scroller 30%, 2D Platformer 26.3%, Action 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, 2D 7.7%
- #17 Biomechanical Toy (QUByte Classics)
85% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: QUByte InteractivePub: Piko Interactive
Windows
Run, jump, and shoot your way through a world of biomechanical toys to recover a stolen magic pendulum in a frantic, old-school run-and-gun game. Take on bosses, collect power-ups, and save the kingdom as a tough action hero!
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.1%, 2D Platformer 21.5%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Action 11.8%, 1990's 7.3%
- #18 50 Pinch Barrage!!
86% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: KaeruPanda Inc.Pub: Game Studio Inc.
Windows
Shout-inducing 2D side-scrolling action! Alligators! Sharks! Zombies! Escape from a dangerous desert island! Its controls are simple but deep! Use your wit and technique to overcome perfectly balanced stages that will have you saying "Just one more try!!" as you play over and over again!
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.9%, 2D Platformer 27.6%, Action 27.5%, 2D 7.3%, Indie 3.4%
- #19 XXXX
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: mo_do_ki
Windows
This game is a 2D shooting action title focused solely on boss battles. You cannot attack on your own! Enemies fire both “red” and “blue” bullets. You must instantly identify the “blue” bullets, catch them, and fire them back. Can you defeat the monsters?
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.1%, Action 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Old School 9.4%
- #20 Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 2
84% matchMostly Positive71% of 476 reviews2022
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Break into the new apeX of 2D action! INTI CREATES is proud to present new apeX of cutting-edge 2D action with Luminous Avenger iX 2!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 25%, Action 21.7%, Action-Adventure 19.9%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
- #21 Super Wiloo Deluxe
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: lightUP
Windows
You are Wiloo, and a lonely alien known as Dr. ETvaldo has kidnapped your dog! Now only you can save your best friend! This game is the Deluxe version of "WILOO" and "Super Wiloo Demake," rebuilt using current codebase, featuring updated pixelated graphics and many improvements!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.9%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Old School 12.8%, Action 11.9%, 1990's 11.7%
- #22 Yuki Jump
82% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: YukiGames
Windows
Climb the Forbidden Jungle Tower in this fast-paced 2D platformer! Jump higher, defeat creepy spiders, snakes, scorpions, and bats, collect XP to level up your hero, unlock double jumps, and conquer the heights. Short, free adventure – reach the top and claim victory!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.9%, Action-Adventure 25.1%, Action 19.3%, Old School 17.3%, 2D 6.1%
- #23 LOOK UP, JIMMY
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Yusuke Sugino
Windows
目を覚ましたその場所はどこか見覚えのある風景、見覚えのあるモノに溢れた世界。主人公ができることはその世界のモノを「スキャン」すること。自分より大きなモノと遭遇し、スキャンしながら進んでいく。ピクセルドットで構成された懐かしい風景が見える世界を上下左右に進みながら探索する。スキャンされたモノは記憶に刻み込まれ、データとして参照可能。その数は100種類以上。モノに溢れた世界を丸ごとスキャンしてしまおう。
Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.6%, Action 26.2%, Action-Adventure 23.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, 2D 5.9%
- #24 The Untitled Tower
81% matchPositive87% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: FRIEVEPub: _/-^
Windows
When you woke up in the basement of the tower, you were on a mission. In order to prevent this world from ending like this, you I have to go to the princess in the tower, but...
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.6%, 2D Platformer 24.7%, Action 23.4%, Action-Adventure 21.3%, 2D 3.8%
- #25 Okko The Exiled
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Frozen Flame InteractivePub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows · Mac
Okko The Exiled is an action-packed adventure where you stomp, launch and bash your way through Kutala, a land of demons, on a quest to defeat the Demon Lord Yalda and link Okko’s isolated world with the heavens.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.8%, 2D Platformer 23.5%, Action-Adventure 16.4%, Action 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #26 Blinding Lite
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monster Crate
Windows
Blinding Lite is an action-adventure platformer that focuses on tight acrobatic platforming. Venture forth and save the Elementals from their capture! Experience a flowing move set, a world brimming with character, and a world painted in NES colors!
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.7%, 2D Platformer 21.8%, Action-Adventure 15.1%, Action 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #27 Duck Dash
78% matchVery Positive87% of 82 reviews2025
Dev: Levi Soren
Windows
A fun and simple 2D platformer game about a duck named Scruffles. Fight your way through 10 levels with a smooth feeling movement system.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32%, 2D Platformer 22.8%, Action-Adventure 14.8%, Action 11.3%, 1990's 7.2%
- #28 Underworld Adventure
79% match4 user reviews60% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Rawi Studio
Windows
We try to escape while being chased by zombies and ghosts in an underground cave.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.9%, Action 31.5%, Action-Adventure 27.7%, 2D 6.8%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #29 City Heist
79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Rawi Studio
Windows
A thief steals diamonds from the bank and tries to escape from the security guards and get the highest score.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.9%, Action 31.5%, Action-Adventure 27.7%, 2D 6.8%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #30 Stray Savior
76% matchVery Positive92% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: Gustav
Windows
Stray Savior is a 2D action platformer packed full of lethal traps, precise jumps, and powerful bosses. Venture through the dystopian world with weapons and skills, to prove yourself and forge your own path.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.2%, 2D Platformer 22.2%, Action-Adventure 19.3%, Action 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%
- #31 Pixel Game Maker Series Stray Witch and the Ghost Train
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: KIMAMASEISAKUSYOPub: Gotcha Gotcha Games
Windows
A witch who has lost her memory boards a train in an unfamiliar world and travels to recover her memories.
Why similar: Action 21.4%, Side Scroller 20.5%, Action-Adventure 18.1%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Old School 8.7%
- #32 Eclipse Renegade
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: WhiteAgePub: 妖精工房
Windows
Betrayed by the gods and cast into hell, you are Loxus, a fallen god out for revenge. A top-down survivor action roguelite: 30-minute runs, auto-attacking hordes, and eleven companions you can save through dialogue or beat into submission. That choice alone decides your ending.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.5%, Action 27%, Action-Adventure 24.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, 2D 6.1%
- #33 Super Wiloo Demake
78% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A 2D platformer featuring colorful 8-bit style graphics and 5 different worlds! It's a Demake version of "WILOO", featuring Completely new graphics, new Power-ups and other improvements.
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.7%, 2D Platformer 23%, Action-Adventure 15.3%, Action 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #34 Pingorile
73% matchVery Positive90% of 61 reviews2025
Dev: John B.
Windows · Mac
A retro-style 2D platformer where you play as a penguin collecting yellow budgies to fulfill his dream of flying. Explore diverse levels, jump past obstacles, and enjoy a colorful, music-filled adventure.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.7%, Action-Adventure 19.7%, Action 14.3%, 1990's 12%, Old School 9.2%
- #35 Super Good Boy Adventure
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Marcelo da Silva TanishoPub: Akuié
Windows
In Super Good Boy Adventure, you play as Igor trying to rescue his human, who was captured by the cats Eric and Kenny. Igor goes in a journey through fields and mountains, lakes and cities, to find the cats and bring back his loved one.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32%, 2D Platformer 22.7%, Action-Adventure 15.7%, Action 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
- #36 鳥獣妖怪戯画 (Choju Yokai Giga)
76% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Nice Gear Games
Windows
The mysterious Yokai Monogatari has been opened, unleashing Yokai into the world! Help Miko seal them away and restore peace to the village. Build your deck and summon animals to defeat Yokai in this side-scrolling platformer!
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.1%, 2D Platformer 23%, Action-Adventure 19.3%, Action 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%
- #37 Waki & the lost spirits
75% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Games by Spinola
Windows · Mac
Waki & the Lost Spirits is a small 2D action platformer. In this game you will explore the forest, fight enemies, solve puzzles, complete challenges, beat some bosses in order to save the lost spirits of the forest. I hope you have a good time playing it!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.3%, Action 23.2%, Action-Adventure 21%, 1990's 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
- #38 TCL - The Cursed Legacy
74% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: GGS Studio CreationPub: Broke Studio
Windows
The Cursed Legacy is an action/exploration game based on “die and retry” and made with love and passion to pay tribute to the games of the 90s. It also offers mini games that give this work an infinite lifespan.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.7%, Action 24%, 2D Platformer 21.8%, Action-Adventure 19%, 2D 4.1%
- #39 GuraQuest
73% matchVery Positive95% of 65 reviews2025
Dev: Lee-PicPub: holo Indie
Windows
Play as Gawr Gura in this 2D-platformer Hololive Fan game! Jump and dash your way through 3 hand crafted levels and collect hidden shrimp in this vibrant, pixel-art environment.
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.1%, 2D Platformer 23.6%, Action-Adventure 18.8%, Action 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #40 JamJamma 2
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BAMMA!
Windows · Mac · Linux
After the rite of passage from the previous game, JamJamma is attacked by GumGumma, a member of their people who's allied to the invasors. Defeat bosses, obtain new abilities and explore the world to access new areas of the map in order to return home in this action boss-rush in pixel art.
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.5%, Action 22.3%, Action-Adventure 20.1%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #41 Womb
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: CountZero
Windows
During a route next to Prasinos, a colonized little planet, Helena received an order to investigate an S.O.S. sign streamed by the mothership Z9. When landing on site, she discovers that the situation was much worse than she thought.
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.5%, Action 20.3%, Action-Adventure 19.6%, 2D Platformer 19%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #42 City Hunter
71% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2026
Dev: SUNSOFT
Windows
After 35 years, the only official game is now being revived.
Why similar: 1990's 29.2%, Action 22.5%, 2D Platformer 21.8%, Action-Adventure 18.5%, 2D 6.6%
- #43 Dino Dash
72% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Rawi Studio
Windows
We get caught collecting a dinosaur's eggs and it's trying not to get caught.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.9%, Action 31.5%, Action-Adventure 27.7%, 2D 6.8%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #44 Reilla ~Sweets Adventure~
71% matchPositive86% of 28 reviews2022
Dev: Byking RooKIESPub: Byking Inc.
Windows
A magical world full of sweets!The heroine, Leila, is a wizard girl who loves sweets. She comes to the world of sweets with her "Sweets Parasol," a magical umbrella that turns sweets into power!A magical sweet adventure filled with sweets begins now!
Why similar: Side Scroller 27%, 2D Platformer 24.9%, Action 23.1%, Action-Adventure 19.9%, 2D 4.1%
- #45 Sword of Krysztalia
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Elysion CD
Windows
A story-driven action RPG set in the land of Krysztalia. Take control of Krystof, a knight without memories, solve mysteries and explore challenging dungeons.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.1%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Action-Adventure 14%, Action 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 11%
- #46 TAKEUMA 2D
72% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Satoru Kawaguchi
Windows
This is a 2D action game in which you take a boy on TAKEUMA to the top of a tower. The boy cannot stop because he is on TAKEUMA, but the controls are very easy. This game is perfect for those who enjoy challenging actions and the sense of accomplishment that comes after many attempts.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.8%, Action 22.3%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Action-Adventure 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #47 祓ノ狐
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: あるひと
Windows
Purifying Fox is a Japanese-style action adventure inspired by a book found in an old shrine storehouse. The story shifts between two phases: Escape, where you cannot fight and must survive, and Purification, where you seal the spirits and restore balance.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 30.4%, Action 29.2%, Action-Adventure 26.3%, 2D 6.5%, Indie 6%
- #48 Combatant
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: didigames
Windows
This game features a classic yet fresh take on the snake gameplay.
Why similar: Action 27.2%, 2D Platformer 26.2%, Action-Adventure 22.8%, 1990's 16.9%, 2D 5.6%
- #49 NAOKI
70% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: 3T Games
Windows
Naoki is an arcade platform game.help our hero to save his friends captured by a demon
Why similar: Side Scroller 34.5%, Action 26.6%, 1990's 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, 2D 5.9%
- #50 Rope Guy
69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: GrubItGames
Windows
Rope Guy - A platformer game where you tie two different objects with a rope and teleport them between each other. Pass levels by collecting keys to doors using unique mechanics and solving difficult puzzles.
Why similar: Side Scroller 41%, 2D Platformer 28.6%, Action 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 9%, 2D 5.7%
- #51 Even with Stubby Legs: Unrivaled in Isekai
67% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: 無限油
Windows
Past 40 and can't even last 3 minutes in a game anymore? This is a game made exclusively for true badasses. One middle-aged dude. One overpowered weapon. An alternate world swarming with monsters. ht ahead, because today I'm going to "BLAST EVERYTHING TO SMITHEREENS"!!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.2%, Action 27.9%, Action-Adventure 20.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, Indie 3%
- #52 Project: Artificial Legacy Saga
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Medaverse Studio
Windows · Mac
Embark on journey through the "Project: Artificial Legacy Saga" a four-part series, crafted to feel as if it was released across four console generations. Follow Kirana on her heroic journey, as she protects her family and her homeland from a mysterious evil force.
Why similar: Side Scroller 28%, 2D Platformer 23.4%, Action-Adventure 19%, Action 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #53 Rectangle Guy
68% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: The Bare Minimum Studios
Windows
Introducing Rectangle Guy, a brand new game by The Bare Minimum Studios. Rectangle Guy (game) features Rectangle Guy (character) in this platforming adventure! With many challenging levels and exciting boss fights, there's no shortage of things to do and see in this wacky game.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.2%, 2D Platformer 23.1%, Action 22.6%, Old School 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #54 クロトピア
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: PASCAPE
Windows
"Chrotopia" is a 2D action-adventure game set in a monochrome world. As a wanderer, explore a fragmented land, meet unique characters, solve puzzles, and restore lost connections to bring back color. Experience a blend of platforming and storytelling in this atmospheric journey.
Why similar: Side Scroller 36.1%, Action 28.2%, Action-Adventure 25.1%, 2D 6.2%, Indie 3%
- #55 COLOR FROG
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 3710game
Windows
2D action game where you jump and switch between red and blue to survive.
Why similar: Action 33.2%, 2D Platformer 27.5%, Action-Adventure 24.3%, 2D 8.5%, Indie 3.6%
- #56 Shell Heroes: Awesome Island
66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: GlowShell Creative
Windows
Explore Awesome Island with unique hermit crab heroes and ability-changing shells in a colorful 2D side-scrolling action-adventure filled with combat, platforming, bosses, and character stories.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.8%, Side Scroller 26.5%, Action-Adventure 19.1%, Action 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #57 Blue Barbarian Man
69% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: andré luis bradacz
Windows
Indie platform game in which you control the blue barbarian man who has the sword to hit his opponents. You can also jump on your enemies' heads to defeat them. You need to collect items and defeat the bosses to win the game.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.7%, 1990's 23.4%, Action-Adventure 19.4%, Action 18%, 2D 4%
- #58 Azure Striker GUNVOLT 3
67% matchVery Positive87% of 462 reviews2022
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.9%, 2D Platformer 23.4%, Action 20.5%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%
- #59 Thornwake: Forest Adventure
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Mobile Vision Technologies LTD
Windows · Linux
A hand-drawn 16-bit action platformer. Run, climb and vine-swing through 40 levels of autumn woods, sunken swamps and frozen peaks, mixing sword-and-shield melee with four elemental spells to cleanse a corrupted forest and rescue the Keeper it took.
Why similar: Side Scroller 34%, 2D Platformer 24.1%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, Action 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #60 Dragon Attack Mythologies: A Night Wolf Revenge
66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Mate Frio Studios
Windows
Jump, dodge, and fight against anyone who crosses your path in search of revenge. Explore 8 challenging worlds filled with danger and classic arcade action.
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.4%, 2D Platformer 22.4%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, Action 12%, 1990's 8.4%