Games Like A Hat in Time

Embark on an epic 3D platforming collectathon adventure with Yooka and Laylee! Yooka-Replaylee is packed with new moves, more story, exciting challenges, hidden secrets, and more than double the collectibles to uncover. Can you help them rescue the world’s biggest treasure?

Why similar: Collectathon 23.1%, 3D Platformer 20.5%, Cute 10.7%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Platformer 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This polished revisit to Yooka-Laylee offers colorful hub worlds, plentiful collectibles, transforming abilities, and buddy-comedy energy very close to A Hat in Time.

Yooka-Laylee is an all-new open-world platformer from genre veterans Playtonic! Explore huge, beautiful worlds, meet an unforgettable cast of characters and horde a vault-load of collectibles as buddy-duo Yooka and Laylee embark on an epic adventure to thwart corporate creep Capital B!

Why similar: Collectathon 28.4%, 3D Platformer 25.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.3%, Platformer 6.9%, Cute 6%

Why You'll Like It: Its large collectathon worlds, quirky characters, ability-gated exploration, and nostalgic 3D-platformer structure make it one of the closest alternatives.

Poi is a 3D platformer featuring two kids on a grand adventure to unravel the mysteries of the Milky Way Globe. Explore uncharted lands, compete in challenge levels, meet quirky characters and defeat comical creatures on a journey to become a Master Explorer.

Why similar: Collectathon 26.7%, 3D Platformer 24.5%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Cute 9.7%, Platformer 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Poi is an especially direct collectathon homage, centering on agile 3D platforming through colorful worlds packed with collectibles.

Jump, burrow, and tail swipe your way to victory in this love letter to classic 3D platformers!

Why similar: Collectathon 24.9%, 3D Platformer 24.3%, Cute 12.3%, Platformer 9.6%, Funny 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, approachable 3D platformer with cute characters, varied themed stages, collectible hunting, and a similarly upbeat tone.

Ready. Set. YO! - Join Penny & Yo-Yo in a kinetic 3D-platformer bursting with innovative gameplay! Showcase your catalog of tricks and chain impressive combos to deliver Penny & Yo-Yo's perfect breakout performance. Take the stage with this vibrant pair in Penny’s Big Breakaway.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 34.7%, Platformer 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.2%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Funny 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its lively cartoon presentation, inventive yo-yo movement system, and playful character-driven platforming make it a great fit for Hat Kid fans.

Same sick burns, same smoldering attitude, now all scaled up in stunning HD, Spyro is back in the Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy! Rekindle the fire with remastered versions of the original three games, Spyro™ the Dragon, Spyro™ 2: Ripto's Rage! and Spyro™: Year of the Dragon.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 29.2%, Collectathon 20.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, Cute 9.1%, Platformer 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Spyro's vibrant fantasy levels are built around freely exploring, platforming, gliding, and collecting enormous amounts of treasure.

Combining quirky missions and mysterious conspiracies, Psychonauts 2 is a platform-adventure game with cinematic style and tons of customizable psychic powers.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 36.2%, Great Soundtrack 17.8%, Funny 10.7%, Platformer 10.6%, Comedy 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This imaginative 3D platformer combines inventive levels, collectible exploration, expressive humor, and memorable powers with a stronger story focus.

G'day, Mate. Explore the wilds of Australia with TY the Tasmanian Tiger, the charming Aussie platformer.

Why similar: Collectathon 28%, 3D Platformer 26%, Platformer 10.1%, Funny 9%, Third Person 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Explore sunny Australian-themed environments, gather collectibles, and use a versatile boomerang in this relaxed mascot-platformer adventure.

The ultimate version of the 3D Platformer with attitude! Join Beebz on three seperate adventures to ultimately claim the Demon Queen title! Jump, spin and punch your way across the turfs with this Expressive Platformer!

Why similar: Collectathon 21.9%, 3D Platformer 19.6%, Cute 12.1%, Female Protagonist 9%, Funny 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: It pairs expressive cartoon visuals and witty characters with demanding but highly rewarding 3D movement and exploration.

Wish-granting Mermaid’s Tears in the hands of SpongeBob and Patrick… What could go wrong? Sure, the very fabric holding the universe together could come undone, opening portals into wild Wishworlds. But that’s nothing our favorite sponge can’t handle- with the right cosmic costume!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 29.5%, Platformer 11.3%, Collectathon 10.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.9%, Family Friendly 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: This comedic licensed platformer offers colorful themed dimensions, costume abilities, collectible hunting, and similarly exuberant cartoon humor.

3-D platforming perfection full of variety, peril and smiles around every corner!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 31.2%, Cute 14.4%, Platformer 10.6%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Funny 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Suzy Cube is a bright, straightforward 3D platformer built around cheerful stages, responsive jumping, and classic collectible goals.

Inspired by the golden age of 3D Platformers, Kao The Kangaroo returns in a whole new adventure! Embark on an epic journey, master magical gloves, explore lush environments and take Kao through his most grand tale yet!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 29.9%, Collectathon 26.7%, Cute 14.6%, Funny 7.5%, Comedy 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Kao delivers classic mascot-platformer action with bright worlds, collectible treasures, simple combat, and an adventurous cartoon feel.

Embark on a magical quest as Fynn the dragon to rescue your unhatched siblings from the mysterious Cavern of Dreams in this N64-style 3D platformer. Gain new abilities, meet unique characters, solve puzzles, and beware of the mysterious villain.

Why similar: Collectathon 32.6%, 3D Platformer 30.7%, Cute 17.3%, Exploration 5%, Adventure 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: This cozy N64-inspired collectathon emphasizes free exploration, secret hunting, and quirky worlds rather than difficult combat.

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 21.9%, Cute 20.7%, 3D Platformer 18%, Exploration 7.6%, Open World 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Though gentler and less platform-focused, its adorable exploration, climbing freedom, collectible side activities, and warm humor suit Hat Kid's relaxed adventures.

Hop, spin, and time-travel your way through 11 vibrant worlds in this lovingly crafted 3D platformer. Join Clive the rabbit and Wrench the monkey on his back as they chase an evil genius across history to save the future. And yes, it all unfolds from the chilly cockpit of a 1950s refrigerator.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 50.7%, Platformer 19%, Adventure 16.9%, Exploration 7.2%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Its time-traveling worlds, cartoon animal heroes, jokes, and dense collectible platforming clearly target fans of classic 3D collectathons.

Catch hundreds of tinykin and use their unique powers to bring Milo back to his home planet and back to normal size!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 24.6%, Collectathon 19.7%, Cute 14.7%, Funny 8.6%, Platformer 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Its cheerful miniature-world exploration and huge number of collectibles capture the discovery side of A Hat in Time, with Pikmin-like helpers instead of traditional combat.

Join Renata as she adventures across a world of mystical ruins with the titular FROGUN! Frogun is an old-school platformer with the soul of the PS1/N64 era, in which your frog-shaped grappling hook is a your best friend!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 31%, Cute 20.3%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Platformer 12.4%, Third Person 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled platformer where a girl uses her frog-shaped grappling gun to cross colorful levels and uncover collectibles.

PERFECTLY CRAFTED FOR PC. PlayStation® icon Sackboy bursts into action on PC in a huge 3D multiplayer platforming adventure. An epic journey stuffed with platforming challenges. Deeply immersive controls. Collaborative, chaotic and joyful multiplayer fun.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 27.7%, Platformer 19.1%, Co-op 14.3%, Family Friendly 9.8%, Cute 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A polished and exceptionally cheerful 3D platformer with creative levels, costumes, collectibles, and optional cooperative play.

Here Comes Niko! is the cozy 3D platformer for tired people! You play as Niko traveling across scenic islands. Make new friends, catch fish, solve puzzles, snag bugs, and more! Oh, Did I mention your boss is a frog?

Why similar: 3D Platformer 30.5%, Collectathon 23.5%, Cute 21%, Platformer 6.4%, Exploration 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: This deliberately low-pressure platforming adventure focuses on cute characters, relaxed exploration, and joyful traversal through colorful areas.

A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 21.7%, Platformer 19.9%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%, Comedy 11%, Funny 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: The original Psychonauts remains a funny, inventive 3D platformer with bizarre worlds, collectible scavenging, and a highly distinctive cast.

Join Koa and Napopo on a 3D platformer adventure through the islands of Mara! Outwit traps, explore the ocean, maneuver dangerous environments, and have fun in 8 wild worlds on their quest to recover stolen pirate loot.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 27.6%, Cute 16.4%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Platformer 10.7%, Funny 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: This sunny island platformer blends responsive obstacle-course stages, races, collectibles, and a cozy pirate-adventure atmosphere.

Lunistice is a 3D Platformer created with simple & fun gameplay and a cute PS1/SEGA Saturn inspired artstyle in mind. Take the role of Hana the Tanuki and jump and fight through her dreams!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 29.9%, Collectathon 19.3%, Cute 16.4%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Platformer 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: Lunistice offers fast, satisfying 3D movement through surreal colorful stages, making it ideal if A Hat in Time's platforming feel was the main draw.

Sami’s on a mission to rescue his friend Vera and he needs your help! Join him in this exhilarating, colorful 3D platformer and fast roll, air-grapple, and jump to save her!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 45.2%, Cute 24.5%, Platformer 16.1%, Colorful 7.6%, Adventure 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its cute rolling hero, open 3D stages, hidden collectibles, and playful movement mechanics make it a compact collectathon treat.

Unbox: Newbie's Adventure is a 90s style 3D platformer about the ultimate postal service, self-delivering cardboard boxes! Unbox: Newbie's Adventure has giant worlds full of challenges, collectibles and boxy boss battles!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 41%, Open World 11.9%, Collectathon 10.2%, Cute 8.7%, Funny 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A wacky open-world collectathon where you control a self-propelled cardboard box, full of platforming challenges and offbeat humor.

The unauthorized, kid-friendly version of the classic Stephen King thriller (or maybe not, maybe it's just a game about one-horned goatbabies)

Why similar: Collectathon 33%, 3D Platformer 31.7%, Platformer 10.3%, Comedy 5.6%, Third Person 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This playful N64-style platformer features eccentric comedy, chunky colorful worlds, secret hunting, and a strong retro-collectathon spirit.

Embark on a magical journey in Disney Epic Mickey: Rebrushed! Shape your adventure with the stroke of a brush and transform Wasteland as Mickey Mouse in this beautifully recreated 3D platformer.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 38.6%, Cute 15.5%, Platformer 11.8%, Funny 10.3%, Family Friendly 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Explore a whimsical 3D Disney world full of platforming, collectibles, environmental puzzles, and magical paint-based powers.

Pumpkin Jack is a Spooky Scary 3D platformer in which you embody Jack, the Mythical Pumpkin Lord! Dive into an Epic Adventure through otherworldly landscapes and help the Evil annihilate the Good!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 32.2%, Collectathon 21.6%, Great Soundtrack 10.4%, Adventure 6.3%, Platformer 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A Halloween-themed 3D platformer with whimsical characters, traversal challenges, light combat, and a companion raven to help explore.

Help Cirno get back into her home! A chill, bite-sized 3D platformer in which you explore a frozen Misty Lake and gain boulder-lifting strength.

Why similar: Collectathon 26.2%, 3D Platformer 25.3%, Cute 11.3%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Platformer 9.7%

Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 47.9%, Female Protagonist 18.5%, Platformer 13.5%, Third Person 7.6%, Exploration 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This is a less cute but excellent movement-focused 3D exploration platformer, rewarding players who most enjoyed mastering Hat Kid's mobility and finding secrets.

Dive into the dreamy world of Crearia in Onirism! Join Carol on a magical quest to find her lost plushie, Bunbun. Use quirky gadgets and wild weapons as you embark on a spellbinding journey through fantastical worlds, where you'll battle cunning and colorful foes in thrilling, high-intensity combat!

Why similar: Cute 40.3%, Funny 25.1%, 3D Platformer 12.5%, Female Protagonist 8.2%, Great Soundtrack 4.6%

Jump, Dash, Slide! Dive into a classic 3D platformer experience with Boti: Byteland Overclocked. Explore the stylized insides of a computer as a determined data robot and save Byteland from an ominous threat. Play solo or team up with a friend in seamless co-op.

Why similar: Collectathon 25.1%, 3D Platformer 24.8%, Cute 13.7%, Co-op 9.2%, Platformer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its colorful robot world, light comedy, collectible-driven stages, and familiar 3D platforming structure make it an easy genre match.

A musical platforming adventure with an emotional story. Play as a silly bard and use music to interact with everything on a journey around the world. Along the way you'll explore, solve puzzles, and meet a huge cast of characters!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 34.3%, Cute 16.6%, Funny 10%, Comedy 9.9%, Platformer 8.1%

Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 32.5%, 3D Platformer 24.3%, Platformer 15.6%, Moddable 11.8%, Third Person 3%

Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.3%, Platformer 21.7%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Cute 7.9%, Indie 3.5%

Slime Rancher is the tale of Beatrix LeBeau, a plucky, young rancher who sets out for a life a thousand light years away from Earth on the ‘Far, Far Range’ where she tries her hand at making a living wrangling slimes.

Why similar: Cute 31.5%, Great Soundtrack 16.2%, Open World 10.1%, Funny 8.8%, Exploration 7.7%

Embark on an adorable adventure, discover new friends and uncover everything the island has to offer. Climb, Swim, Glide and slide your way into the hearts of the many different characters you meet on your travels!

Why similar: Cute 21.1%, 3D Platformer 20.9%, Collectathon 18.4%, Funny 13%, Family Friendly 7.5%

Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 25.4%, Cute 18.3%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Platformer 13.4%, Funny 10.6%

A delightful, playground platformer for all ages that follows Lucky, the ever-optimistic, energetic, and lovable hero, on his quest to find his inner strength and help his sister rescue the Book of Ages from Jinx. Jinx is the scheming and mysterious villain trying to reshape the world, but for what reason?

Why similar: 3D Platformer 46.4%, Cute 18.8%, Platformer 11.5%, Adventure 8.2%, Family Friendly 7.9%

Embark on a journey to reunite with your bread in this bite-sized 3D action-platformer featuring everyone's favorite shark!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 28.7%, Cute 25%, Funny 15.9%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Third Person 6.2%

Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.4%, Great Soundtrack 20.8%, Platformer 18.1%, Cute 15.7%, Funny 6.6%

Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair is a brand-new 2.5D platformer from some of the key creative talent behind 'Donkey Kong Country'. As the colourful buddy duo you must tackle a series of stunning, 2.5D levels and explore a puzzling 3D Overworld rich with secrets and surprises!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 27.3%, Platformer 20.4%, Adventure 12.2%, Cute 8.8%, Indie 8.1%

Maintain a constant momentum of precision platforming through surreal worlds, filled with bright neon colors, and enjoy the intoxicating combination of 2D & 3D art! Explore and hunt collectables or knuckle-down and master satisfying mechanics to compete for the best times across the world!

Why similar: Collectathon 29.2%, 3D Platformer 26.3%, Platformer 10.7%, Cute 9.8%, Adventure 3.6%

Blast your way through an interdimensional adventure with Ratchet and Clank – now on PC! Help them take on an evil emperor from another reality as you jump between action-packed worlds and beyond at hyper-speed!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 44.7%, Third Person 8.8%, Platformer 7.1%, Adventure 6.9%, Family Friendly 6.6%

OneShot is a surreal top down Puzzle/Adventure game with unique gameplay capabilities. You are to guide a child through a mysterious world on a mission to restore its long-dead sun. The world knows you exist.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 53.2%, Cute 27.9%, Adventure 5.1%, Indie 5%, Exploration 4.1%

It’s About Time - the critically-acclaimed Crash Bandicoot™ 4: It's About Time is now on Steam!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 44%, Platformer 16.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%, Third Person 6.1%, Comedy 5.4%

Owlboy is a story-driven platform adventure game, where you can fly and explore a brand new world in the clouds! Pick up your friends, and bring them with you as you explore the open skies, in one of the most detailed adventures of this era.

Why similar: Cute 27.7%, Platformer 22.5%, Funny 19.6%, Exploration 8.4%, Adventure 8%

Hop into Orbo's shoes! Run, jump and drill around your boss's office, make some new friends, and uncover terrifying secrets about the company you work for in this comedically surreal 3D platformer!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 37.5%, Collectathon 22.7%, Platformer 10.3%, Comedy 9.2%, Colorful 4.9%

Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 52.2%, Platformer 13.7%, Funny 13.5%, Comedy 8%, Indie 4.2%

A top-down adventure game in a coloring book world full of vibrant characters. Use painting powers to explore, solve puzzles, make friends, and draw on anything! From creators on Wandersong + Celeste.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39.2%, Cute 21.5%, Adventure 11.3%, Indie 8.9%, Funny 7.4%

When the Deadly Six threaten to destroy his world, Sonic’s new moves & power-ups are the only way to defeat them before it’s too late!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.8%, 3D Platformer 30.5%, Platformer 13.5%, Adventure 5.2%, Moddable 3%

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 27.8%, Female Protagonist 26.4%, Platformer 16%, Adventure 7.8%, Cute 6.7%

A chill and cozy platformer. Hop around collecting the lost CDs of a cute DJ in this land made of cardboard!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 24.4%, Collectathon 18.3%, Cute 17.8%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Platformer 5%

Gurumin: A Monstrous Adventure is a cute and clever action RPG featuring real-time combat, 3D graphics, 90+ items, mini-games, multiple endings, a rocking soundtrack, 35+ hours of playtime, tons of fully voiced characters by an all-star cast of voice actors, and more!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 28.4%, Cute 16.9%, Platformer 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Third Person 7.2%

Explore a series of whimsical, interconnected worlds to steal everything not nailed down. Make a garbage bin a garbage home :)

Why similar: Collectathon 33.8%, 3D Platformer 31.2%, Platformer 12.5%, Adventure 5.4%, Exploration 4.9%

Mr. Sleepy Man is up way past his bedtime and out of control! Make a mess of everything you find and turn Bedtime Town against you! This sandbox adventure is filled with comical hijinks, outrageous characters, and platforming action!

Why similar: Collectathon 24%, 3D Platformer 23.3%, Cute 10.3%, Platformer 9.6%, Comedy 6.2%

Hyper Team Recon is an adorable 3D platformer about three aliens and their adventure across Earth! Join Ember, Penny and Lite, three shapeshifting slimes, as they morph into friends and foes alike to copy their forms and gain new abilities! Explore, discover new life forms, and fill your scrapbook!

Why similar: Collectathon 24.2%, 3D Platformer 21.9%, Cute 12.1%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Platformer 8.9%

Experience the ultimate celebration of past and future in Sonic Mania, an all-new 2D Sonic adventure running at a crisp 60FPS with stunning HD retro-style graphics.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 59.5%, Platformer 21.5%, Colorful 6.2%, Family Friendly 5.4%, Adventure 4.6%

Race across open oceans and uncover a kingdom’s dark secrets. Expressively platform your way across dozens of locales, upgrading your gear and modifying your move-set every step of the way!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 30.4%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Platformer 11.1%, Funny 9.4%, Open World 8.5%

Catch mysterious living snacks and feed them to your friends in this unusual island adventure!

Why similar: Cute 38.7%, Comedy 17.2%, Adventure 11.8%, Exploration 11.1%, Colorful 9.4%