- #1 The Legend of Tianding
97% matchVery Positive94% of 4,253 reviews2021
Dev: Creative Games Computer Graphics CorporationPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The Legend of Tianding is a sidescrolling action game about Liao Tianding, the legendary Taiwanese Folk Hero. Explore the dazzling streets of Colonial Japanese Taiwan in the early 20th century.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.5%, Platformer 15.8%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Action 7.7%, Multiple Endings 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A high-quality 2D action-platformer that features fluid combat and exploration set in a historical, stylized world.
- #2 Virtua Unlimited Project
96% matchVery Positive92% of 424 reviews2024
Dev: Virtua Ride SystemPub: Neverland Entertainment
Windows
Virtua Unlimited Project is a 2D pixel-art style ACT game featuring VTuber characters. With classical platformer gameplay, challenging combat, and retro game feelings, VUP presents you a surreal, virtual world in which you will play as Aizawa Kana to venture and seek the truth beneath.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 42.4%, Action 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Drama 8.3%, Indie 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A strong 2D platformer that shares the streamer-culture theme and fast-paced action found in the seed game.
- #3 The Messenger
96% matchVery Positive93% of 12,834 reviews2018
Dev: SabotagePub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.
Why similar: Platformer 33.2%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Action 12.6%, Side Scroller 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the retro pixel-art aesthetic while offering deep, satisfying 2D platforming and action mechanics.
- #4 Katana ZERO
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,545 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.
Why similar: Platformer 26.3%, 2D Platformer 23.6%, Action 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Story Rich 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Offers intense, fast-paced 2D action with a distinct pixel-art style and a heavy emphasis on narrative.
- #5 I Am The Hero
95% matchVery Positive82% of 544 reviews2017
Dev: Crazyant
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
I Am The Hero is a pixel art, beat 'em up, fighting game that tells the story of a "Hero" with a glorious but mysterious past. Is he the hero he thinks he is or is there a another side to this legendary figure?
Why similar: Beat 'em up 56.1%, Action 16.2%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Indie 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A stylish beat-em-up that matches the pixel-art aesthetic and action-heavy gameplay of the seed game.
- #6 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,570 reviews2014
Dev: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.
Why similar: Platformer 46.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Action 11%, 2D 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: The quintessential modern pixel-art platformer that delivers tight controls and classic exploration-based level design.
- #7 Advent NEON®
92% matchVery Positive99% of 319 reviews2025
Dev: CryoGX
Windows
Hyperactive 2D action platformer with wicked fast attacks, omnidirectional dashing, and time-freezing! Play well enough to transform and unleash 100% power!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 40.8%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Platformer 11.5%, Action 9.5%, Side Scroller 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D platformer that emphasizes fluid movement and combat, similar to the action-oriented nature of the seed.
- #8 Iconoclasts
93% matchVery Positive86% of 4,919 reviews2018
Dev: Joakim SandbergPub: Bifrost Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Platformer 26.5%, Action 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Story Rich 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful 2D platformer that balances intricate exploration with challenging boss fights and a compelling story.
- #9 DreamDasher
91% matchVery Positive86% of 121 reviews2020
Dev: C3BGames
Windows · Mac
The Dreamworld has been infected! It is up to you to explore the Dreamworld as the DreamDasher, discover its secrets, and defeat the Nightmare.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.4%, Platformer 28.1%, Action 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Indie 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A precision-focused 2D platformer that tests your movement skills in a vibrant pixel-art environment.
- #10 Cave Story+
91% matchVery Positive93% of 7,930 reviews2011
Dev: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.
Why similar: Platformer 47.1%, Action 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Indie 7.3%, Exploration 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A foundational indie title that excels at combining exploration, platforming, and pixel-art charm.
- #11 Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
89% matchVery Positive93% of 11,587 reviews2016
Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.2%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Platformer 20.9%, Action 10.8%, Exploration 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features polished 2D action and platforming with a dark, atmospheric pixel-art world to explore.
- #12 Abyss The Forgotten Past: Prologue
90% matchMixed63% of 158 reviews2020
Dev: OWG StudiosPub: Sedoc LLC
Windows
Play as Leonnor who sets out on a journey to discover everything about his past and his world, things are not always what they seem! Learn special abilities, battle monsters and encounter celestial beings as you explore this beautifically crafted pixel world. This prologue starts a epic journey...
Why similar: Platformer 30.1%, 2D Platformer 29.3%, Action 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Story Rich 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art platformer that focuses on story and exploration within a 2D environment.
- #13 A Good Cat and The Graduate Life
88% matchVery Positive99% of 122 reviews2024
Dev: Norphel Lynn
Windows
Playing as a good cat, helping your master get over the struggle!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 29.1%, Action 25%, Drama 24.3%, Multiple Endings 12%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: Shares the multiple-ending structure and 2D platforming focus while maintaining a cozy, indie feel.
- #14 Ninja Ming
87% matchVery Positive97% of 118 reviews2025
Dev: 1 Poss Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
In this 2d precision platformer with a teleportation twist, play as Ninja Ming and embark on the Path of Trials. Dash through 241 levels using dynamic teleportation and diverse ninjutsu skills. Conquer challenges with style—growing stronger at every turn.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 29.2%, Platformer 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Action 11.1%, Exploration 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A precision-based 2D platformer that demands careful movement and timing, much like the seed game's platforming challenges.
- #15 Non-Stop Raiders
89% matchMixed66% of 85 reviews2023
Dev: Orkbadger
Windows
In this infinite side-scroll runner play as different raiders, run and jump across areas. Pillage gold from either your enemies or chests across your journey to upgradeabilities or unlock new charecters.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 39.5%, Runner 27.9%, Platformer 11.7%, Action 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A beat-em-up with pixel graphics that provides the same arcade-style action found in the seed game.
- #16 KEEK
86% matchVery Positive96% of 168 reviews2022
Dev: 70-MTNSPub: GCORES PUBLISHING
Windows · Mac
KEEK is a pixel 2D platformer that you could use a special force to change the dimension of objects. Overcome obstacles, disable traps, collect items and face the final challenge.
Why similar: Platformer 30.5%, 2D Platformer 28.5%, Action 26.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Indie 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer that emphasizes logic and movement, fitting well with the exploration aspects of the seed.
- #17 Stray Savior
85% matchVery Positive93% of 61 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: Platformer 23.6%, 2D Platformer 22.9%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Action 15%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure platformer that captures the 2D side-scrolling feel and combat focus of the seed.
- #18 NETHER HEROES
84% matchVery Positive90% of 759 reviews2024
Dev: MitridanPub: Arakuma Studio
Windows
Immerse yourself in Nether Heroes, an intense action-platform roguelike game. Conquer challenging dungeons, face menacing creatures, and defeat powerful bosses on your epic adventure.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 32.8%, Platformer 29.9%, Action 17%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, 2D 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer that incorporates action-roguelike elements for a fast-paced, replayable experience.
- #19 Clown2Beat
86% matchMixed66% of 55 reviews2016
Dev: Rodrigo Banzato
Windows
You are selected to be part of a circus, open the doors and beat the Clowns, solving the challenges before the clock ends.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 69.4%, Action 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Indie 5.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play beat-em-up that aligns with the action-oriented, indie nature of the seed game.
- #20 Freedom Planet
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 4,855 reviews2014
Dev: GalaxyTrail
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Platformer 45.9%, Action 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Side Scroller 9.2%, 2D 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A high-speed 2D platformer that emphasizes momentum and combat, perfect for fans of action-heavy side-scrollers.
- #21 Dead Cells
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 178,807 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 41.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.
Why similar: Platformer 42.8%, Action 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 18.7%, 2D 10.7%, Indie 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: While more roguelike-focused, it offers some of the best 2D action and exploration mechanics available on Steam.
- #22 Celeste
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 138,420 reviews2018
Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 26.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.
Why similar: Platformer 28.7%, 2D Platformer 26.5%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Side Scroller 7.5%, Indie 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in 2D platforming that provides the same level of challenge and satisfaction as the seed game's platforming segments.
- #23 Owlboy
82% matchVery Positive84% of 6,043 reviews2016
Dev: D-Pad Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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: Platformer 27.8%, 2D Platformer 23.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Action 13.4%, Story Rich 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A stunning pixel-art adventure that focuses on exploration and unique movement mechanics in a 2D space.
- #24 Doodle Adventure of Chameleon
81% matchVery Positive95% of 83 reviews2024
Dev: Cube of CubePub: Edigger
Windows
Chameleon is a side-scrolling platformer with a hand-drawn doodle style. In this world of doodles, you will play as a chameleon created by a young boy's imagination. With the whimsical and imaginative adventures the young boy envisions, the charming chameleon embarks on thrilling adventures!
Why similar: Platformer 32.8%, Runner 25.5%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Action 15.7%, 2D 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted platformer that focuses on adventure and action-based exploration.
- #25 Pulut Adventure
84% matchMixed62% of 92 reviews2015
Dev: yayapipiPub: Yayapipi Studio
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 19%
Pulut Adventure is a 2D platform game with over 30 different stylistic levels and exciting mechanics. Defeat the enemy and collect different of weapon to advance your abilities. You can use the summon skills and flying mode to explore the world.
Why similar: Action 75.2%, Indie 24.8%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward 2D platformer that emphasizes classic adventure mechanics.
- #26 Arisen Force: Life Devotee - Initial Ver.
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,527 reviews2024
Dev: Lemport
Windows
Enjoy a stylish action combat experience as you explore a chapter storylines from Journey to the West.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 55.3%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Action 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Exploration 4.9%
- #27 The Warrior
78% matchVery Positive97% of 248 reviews2025
Dev: ThornDuck
Windows · Mac · Linux
A unique platforming experience where the protagonist, story, and mechanics are constantly changing. Take control of legendary warriors, giant worms, greedy kings, and lazy demons, each with their own purpose.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.5%, Platformer 19.1%, Side Scroller 18%, Multiple Endings 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art puzzle-platformer that provides a humorous and engaging 2D experience.
- #28 bobo robot
81% matchVery Positive89% of 79 reviews2020
Dev: Sokpop Collective
Windows · Mac
A wacky metroidvania. ⚡ Meet weird characters, unlock new abilities and complete a mysterious mission . . .
Why similar: Action 69.4%, Indie 23.1%, Exploration 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A metroidvania-style platformer that encourages exploration and discovery in a pixelated world.
- #29 Hikikomori No Chuunibyou
82% matchMixed64% of 50 reviews2016
Dev: Blaze Epic
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Hikikomori No Chuunibyou is a pseudo 8-bit platform-adventure game with beat-em-up, puzzle, and stealth elements. With its storytelling directing the player through open-ended levels, progression through each stage requires usage of parkour-like abilities and martial-arts techniques.
Why similar: Platformer 37.7%, Action 36.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Indie 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired 2D platformer that shares the indie charm and action-adventure focus of the seed.
- #30 白猫骑士物语/ White Cat Knight
76% matchVery Positive100% of 96 reviews2025
Dev: Dumpling Game Studio
Windows · Mac
"White Cat Stories" is a 2D platformer game. In this game, players take on the role of brave knight on a journey that is both dangerous and magical. Our protagonist is a fallen knight, in order to find her purpose in life, she embarks on a journey.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.2%, Runner 23.4%, Platformer 13.8%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Exploration 5.2%
- #31 Touhou Mystery Reel
77% matchVery Positive94% of 931 reviews2022
Dev: Iceprite
Windows
Touhou Mystery Reel is a 2D platformer action game with special combat system. You can experience exciting battles and interesting stories in the game. There will be different endings of the stages. The player has the freedom to choose either to fight the powerful bosses or to take "shortcuts".
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.8%, Platformer 14.9%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Action 8.8%
- #32 末代侠客
77% matchVery Positive86% of 223 reviews2021
Dev: 夜葬半歌Pub: Mecrew Games
Windows
个人独立开发的像素武侠风横版动作游戏,以电子游戏的形式为大家展示在南宋末年蒙古入侵中原、江湖没落、大侠绝迹的背景下,怀有侠义之心的剑客贯彻心中理念的故事。
Why similar: Platformer 38.6%, Action 22.8%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Drama 15.1%, 2D 7.6%
- #33 英雄群侠传
76% matchVery Positive91% of 565 reviews2019
Dev: 熊窝dodox
Windows · Mac
高自由度单机像素武侠
Why similar: 2D Platformer 43.4%, Drama 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, 2D 9.6%, Indie 9.4%
- #34 Madness
79% matchMixed56% of 131 reviews2016
Dev: Indie Games StudioPub: Enoops
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
You a hero, so have to explore a world full of dangers. overcome various difficulties, traps and demons.
Why similar: Action 43.6%, 2D Platformer 25.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Indie 9.8%, 2D 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: An indie action-adventure game that fits the general genre profile of the seed game.
- #35 呆呆大冒险
75% matchVery Positive94% of 79 reviews2023
Dev: slowpoke
Windows
《呆呆大冒险》是一个2D回合制RPG游戏,玩家将扮演出生在夏朝的呆呆,在结交伙伴、收集五灵珠的同时,逐步发掘邪教的真相。本作还包含Roguelike模式和大秘境玩法,让玩家拥有丰富的游戏体验。
Why similar: Drama 47.9%, Pixel Graphics 30.2%, 2D 18.7%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #36 仙绣剑缘录
75% matchVery Positive86% of 824 reviews2021
Dev: 熊窝dodox
Windows · Mac
高自由度仙侠开放世界
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.6%, Drama 18.3%, Exploration 13.5%, Multiple Endings 10.8%, Story Rich 7.4%
- #37 Tribal Hunter
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,613 reviews2022
Dev: Melonsoda Soft
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
An action platformer with size-changing mechanics. Be quick and nimble or large and in-charge!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.8%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 16.2%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Action 9.2%
- #38 书之旅人 Story Walker
73% matchVery Positive95% of 187 reviews2022
Dev: KARELITSUN薰
Windows
"Story Walker" is a leisure collection puzzle solving Chinese game. The game tells the story of the new book wizard entering the book world to collect elves.Players need to control the hostess to explore in the scene, and have a small journey with the game characters.
Why similar: Indie 75.4%, Singleplayer 24.6%
- #39 Way Back Witness
74% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2021
Dev: 青椒
Windows
《归路:见证 》是一款架空世界回合制RPG游戏。 玩家将在这本不属于自己的世界内,见证忒瑞阴德上的悲欢离合,是是非非。 在冒险和旅行中,踏上那条注定不平凡的归路。
Why similar: Drama 35.3%, 2D Platformer 23.1%, Story Rich 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Indie 6%
- #40 Super Cable Boy
74% matchVery Positive98% of 126 reviews2020
Dev: Sørb
Windows · Mac · Linux
Super Cable Boy is a retro inspired platformer, where you are playing a living handheld gaming system with a power cord. Collect game cartridges to become more powerful and take on your quest to defeat "the Glitch", an entity that 1▧01☠01௹1‱☣∰0␢⌀▧ ..
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.1%, Platformer 30%, Action 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Multiple Endings 5.4%
- #41 Batography
69% matchVery Positive98% of 435 reviews2025
Dev: SporkTank
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as a curious bat on his mission to take a full fledged photo of the moon. Run, Climb, Glide and Snap your way through an array of obstacles while interacting with the cheeky characters in the neighbourhood. Can you collect all the moon cakes?
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.3%, Platformer 28.1%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 11.9%, Story Rich 10.3%
- #42 The Stranded Traveler
73% matchMixed67% of 76 reviews2023
Dev: DeadEaglePub: Spitfire-Games
Windows
Embark on an epic journey in The Stranded Traveler, a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game where you take on the role of a traveler stranded on a mysterious island. Explore dangerous environments, fight fierce enemies, and defeat challenging bosses!
Why similar: Platformer 26%, 2D Platformer 25.6%, Side Scroller 22.6%, Action 15.5%, 2D 4.7%
- #43 异世界攻略组 Another World Adventure
73% matchMostly Positive78% of 74 reviews2021
Dev: Tsukuyomi
Windows
Will you choose to defeat the demon Lord and save the world when the forces of erosion are in the other world?Or is it...It's a Roguelike real-time dungeon adventure where players are given powerful weapons and blessings to defeat increasingly powerful enemies.
Why similar: Combat 52.6%, Action 17%, Singleplayer 13.4%, 2D 9.1%, Indie 7.9%
- #44 Ninja Hanrei
72% matchVery Positive84% of 275 reviews2020
Dev: DynKen
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ninja Hanrei is a 2D run and gun Platformer game inspired on Ancient Japan but with Super Powers.
Why similar: Platformer 31.5%, 2D Platformer 27%, Action 25.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, 2D 4.6%
- #45 Become Deity
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: 月核
Windows
Ascending to Immortal "is a horizontal board combat adventure game with a cultivation theme. You are the last bloodline of a cultivation family. In this era of sparse spiritual energy, in this gradually recovering spiritual forest, it will be your last chance to embark on the path of immortality.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 42.4%, Drama 21.1%, Exploration 17.4%, 2D 7.7%, Combat 6.8%
- #46 Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,528 reviews2025
Dev: Pocket TrapPub: PM Studios, Inc.
Windows
Median: 8.3 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Are you ready for the first Yoyovania?! In this 2D top-down adventure you'll explore a sprawling urban landscape, reinterpreting your surroundings through your mastery of yoyo tricks. Navigate the city's many districts, fight rival crime bosses, and regain the influence of the Pipistrello family!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.6%, Platformer 22.6%, Exploration 12.6%, Action 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
- #47 Eat Colors
71% matchVery Positive91% of 55 reviews2022
Dev: Icy Mountain StudiosPub: GoGo Games Interactive
Windows
Face extreme challenges in a precision platformer where every move is a daring jump! Use your skill to fling yourself and stick to surfaces, navigating adrenaline-filled scenes and unpredictable obstacles.
Why similar: Platformer 21.3%, Action 20%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 13%
- #48 大千世界
69% matchVery Positive86% of 2,363 reviews2020
Dev: 滑稽工作室
Windows
小明因黑人抬棺穿越到神秘新大陆开始了传(造)奇(孽)的一生。这是一款颠覆性的RPG扮演类游戏,是一个完全的开放性世界,你不再被主线剧情所拘束可以自由的在这个世界的各个角落探索,寻找宝物,或是完成一件件难忘的冒险。在游戏中做一个坏人亦或者是一个好人都由你自己决定,你还可以加入各种门派,学习绝学,制作装备炼制法宝等等,直到你从一个屌丝成长为一个大屌丝!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 48.1%, Drama 24.5%, Pixel Graphics 17.7%, Story Rich 9.7%
- #49 The Adventures of Poppe
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 52 reviews2022
Dev: Shiny Byte Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A 2D adventure platformer game where a little man named Poppe explores different locations, finds various items and uses them along his way, fights against dangerous insects and survives in this gigantic world.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 32.1%, Platformer 28.1%, Action 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, 2D 5.9%
- #50 Deep the Game
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 946 reviews2020
Dev: Goricina ProductionsPub: Goricina Entertainment
Windows
Welcome to the Deep: Pixelart platformer indie game located deep inside caves. You are a cave explorer who accidentally falls in a pit which leads to a big cave system. After some exploration, you find remains of an old civilization that used to live there and decide to explore it a little further.
Why similar: Action 35.4%, Platformer 28.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%, Indie 11.9%, 2D 6.3%
- #51 刷啊刷
70% matchMixed55% of 143 reviews2025
Dev: 天才灵魂
Windows
这是一款简单的回合制角色扮演刷宝游戏, 游戏内有70位小伙伴可以操作; 多达千种的技能,让你自由培养喜欢伙伴,每次一旅程都有不一样的感受; 数千种风格迥异的武器、装备,让喜欢刷子游戏的朋友能够找回当年的热血; 同时游戏内还有天赋、宠物、种菜、挖矿、羁绊、合成这些系统~~~
Why similar: 2D Platformer 78.5%, 2D 13.1%, Indie 6.2%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #52 Super Alloy Ranger
68% matchVery Positive92% of 366 reviews2022
Dev: Alloy MushroomPub: Neverland Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Super Alloy Ranger is a 2D side-scrolling action game. Play as Marksman Kelly or Combat Robot No.2 to challenge different levels within the dangerous Machine Empire and unlock new weapons. Use Kelly’s shooting and No.2’s deathblows to defeat abnormal Machine Bosses!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 39.3%, Action 30.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Combat 8.1%, Indie 4.6%
- #53 枝江第一舞斗会
69% matchVery Positive84% of 231 reviews2022
Dev: BK0717Studio
Windows
舞斗会是一款像素风的格斗游戏,休闲有趣有梗。
Why similar: Action 37.2%, Pixel Graphics 26.4%, Drama 19.9%, 2D 9.1%, Combat 5.4%
- #54 Space Expedition
68% matchVery Positive93% of 181 reviews2023
Dev: Mobirate
Windows · Mac
Space Expedition is a 2D sci-fi platformer where you play as an astronaut who is sent to a space station to collect samples of mysterious dark matter. Space Expedition combines puzzle platforming, pixel art, and atmospheric adventures set in the style of 1980s sci-fi horror films.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 33%, Platformer 22.1%, Exploration 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, 2D 6.4%
- #55 克苏鲁异闻录
71% matchMixed66% of 249 reviews2019
Dev: LLC Blini GamesPub: Surefire.Games
Windows · Mac
基于“克苏鲁神话”世界观下的Roguelike动作冒险游戏作品。玩家将在游戏中身临其境地接触洛夫克拉夫特笔下那些不可名状之物。通过不同的选择调查世界的谜团,合理控制自己的san值让自己在残酷的走位-射击战斗中生存下去!获取装备,磨练技巧,挫败古神与外神们的邪恶计划!
Why similar: Action 74.3%, Indie 25.7%
- #56 Star Leaping Story:prologue
67% matchVery Positive95% of 123 reviews2024
Dev: ZerovHao
Windows
Players will use a unique dash system to navigate through various obstacles! The main challenges lie in maneuvering skills and reaction speed, utilizing it to complete different levels in the game, gradually piecing together the truth of the story. This is a free-to-play prologue version.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.8%, Platformer 23.1%, Side Scroller 18%, Action 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #57 sun-rise.exe
68% matchVery Positive92% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: louis morel
Windows
Adventure through bizarre and intricately made levels in this 2D platformer game.
Why similar: Platformer 46.8%, 2D Platformer 46%, 2D 4.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%, Indie 1%
- #58 Pingorile
66% matchVery Positive91% of 53 reviews2025
Dev: John B.
Windows
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 49.3%, Action 25.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, 2D 9.5%, Indie 3%
- #59 Arisen Force: HeroTest
66% matchVery Positive83% of 379 reviews2024
Dev: Lemport
Windows
Experience stylish-action battles and beautiful pixel art, summon heroes across time and space, and challenge the magic tower to save the heroic spirits and goddesses!
Why similar: Beat 'em up 53.7%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Action 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Combat 6%
- #60 Pigment
65% matchVery Positive97% of 101 reviews2025
Dev: David Stears
Windows
All of the color has been wiped from Huey's world! Run, jump, dash, swipe, and pogo your way through this hand-drawn platformer to restore color to the land.
Why similar: Platformer 38.3%, Action 30.8%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Combat 4.9%, 2D 4.7%