Games Like Another World – 20th Anniversary Edition

FLASHBACK™, the hit action-adventure game with over 2.2 million units sold, is back!

Why similar: Classic 25.6% ★, 1990's 15.4%, Platformer 15%, Retro 13.5%, Adventure 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game is the direct spiritual successor to the cinematic platformer genre, featuring similar rotoscoped movement and sci-fi mystery.

Built from scratch, enjoy breathtaking visuals, enhanced audio and improved, deeper gameplay as New 'n' Tasty reignites the original Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee using the latest next-generation technology.

Why similar: Classic 29.4% ★, Puzzle Platformer 23.2%, Platformer 19%, Puzzle 7.3%, Adventure 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the same high-stakes, puzzle-oriented platforming in a hostile, industrial alien world.

A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!

Why similar: Platformer 15.4%, Cinematic 14.2%, Retro 12.9%, Sci-fi 11.3%, 2D Platformer 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern sci-fi platformer built specifically to evoke the feel and mechanics of 90s cinematic classics.

Hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project. INSIDE is a dark, narrative-driven platformer combining intense action with challenging puzzles. It has been critically acclaimed for its moody art style, ambient soundtrack and unsettling atmosphere.

Why similar: Cinematic 23.6%, Puzzle Platformer 20.1%, Platformer 14.9%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Puzzle 8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern masterpiece of the cinematic platformer genre that excels at environmental storytelling and tense, puzzle-heavy progression.

Journey to another planet and discover its secrets in order to bring your loved one back to life. Experience an adventure, inspired by old school classics like Another World, Heart of Darkness and Flashback.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20.8%, Platformer 17.8%, Retro 12.1%, Sci-fi 12%, Adventure 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: An indie title heavily inspired by the puzzle-platforming mechanics and narrative style of the cinematic platformer genre.

Uncertain of his sister's fate, a boy enters LIMBO

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 38.6%, Platformer 20.1%, Puzzle 10.9%, Atmospheric 8.3%, Difficult 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational cinematic platformer that uses a dark, minimalist aesthetic to create a haunting and atmospheric journey.

A gripping, retro-inspired 2D cinematic puzzle-platformer set in a dystopian future where AI has taken over humanity. A short game in handcrafted pixel art, to experience in a film-like journey. Play as a young teenager, alone in a run-down world, relying only on your hacking skills to survive.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 32%, 2D Platformer 22.2%, Platformer 15.8%, Adventure 7.5%, Puzzle 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern love letter to the cinematic platformer genre that perfectly mimics the art style and lonely atmosphere of 90s classics.

A zombie outbreak eradicated all hope of returning life back to normal, now only survival lives on. Run, hide and fight your way through the undead as Randall searches for his family in this gorgeous, gritty, destroyed world.

Why similar: Platformer 42.6%, Action 23%, Adventure 18.1%, Atmospheric 7.3%, 2D 5%

Why You'll Like It: Features the same rotoscoped-style movement and cinematic survival focus set against a bleak, dystopian backdrop.

In 2097, life is discovered on Mars. When your mission of first contact becomes trapped by a cave-in, you must master the alien ecosystem to survive. Soon you stumble upon more than anyone expected, and with time running out, you will make a decision that determines the fate of a lost planet.

Why similar: Sci-fi 31.4%, Platformer 26.4%, Puzzle 12.5%, Adventure 11.9%, Atmospheric 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on exploration and environmental interaction in a hostile, subterranean alien ecosystem.

Abe's peaceful retirement was shattered when visited by a vision from the Mudokon Spirit Guides. Abe™ learned the Magog Cartel was mining Necrum, the sacred Mudokon city of the dead, to collect bones to make super-addictive SoulStorm Brew.

Why similar: Classic 25.5% ★, Platformer 22.2%, Puzzle Platformer 10.5%, Difficult 8.4%, Sci-fi 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the challenging, puzzle-heavy gameplay and dark humor of the original cinematic platformer series.

What if someone knew your mind better than you did? The Swapper is an award-winning, narrative driven puzzle game set in the furthest reaches of space.

Why similar: Sci-fi 23.3%, Puzzle 19.2%, Puzzle Platformer 17%, Platformer 16.5%, Atmospheric 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi puzzle game that shares the lonely, atmospheric tone and environmental mystery of the seed game.

An atmospheric narrative-platformer about a service robot stranded on a mysterious planet, Planet of the Eyes features a stunning visual mix of puzzle and platforming challenges, an original musical score, and fully voiced audio logs left by another survivor. Explore the mystery of an unknown world.

Why similar: Platformer 18.6%, Puzzle Platformer 15.3%, Retro 13.6%, Sci-fi 13%, Puzzle 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A short, atmospheric puzzle-platformer that feels like a modern homage to the genre's roots.

PLANET ALPHA, a beautiful alien world filled with mystery and danger. Pursued by relentless enemies, you must harness the power of night and day as you struggle to survive.

Why similar: Aliens 23.4%, Platformer 17.3%, Puzzle Platformer 13.7%, Sci-fi 12.3%, 2D Platformer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a stunning, atmospheric sci-fi world with a strong emphasis on environmental puzzles and platforming.

DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike.

Why similar: Classic 33.3% ★, Platformer 27.2%, Retro 16%, Adventure 7.4%, Action 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A polished remake that honors the classic 2D platforming era with high-quality presentation.

Take on the role of Six, a lone child lost in a massive metal vessel known as the Maw, surrounded by dangerous, distorted versions of adults. You’ll need to do your best to escape in one piece or your fate will be worse than you ever dared dream.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 33.5%, Platformer 17.2%, Atmospheric 16.6%, Puzzle 14.2%, Adventure 11%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a tense, cinematic experience with environmental storytelling and puzzle-based progression in a surreal world.

Outcast 1.1 is an enhanced version of the critically acclaimed action-adventure game developed in 1999 by Appeal for the PC.

Why similar: Classic 58.5% ★, Adventure 10.5%, Action 9.1%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Aliens 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the pioneering spirit and immersive alien world-building of early cinematic adventures.

Mega Man Legacy Collection is a celebration of the 8-bit history of Capcom’s iconic Blue Bomber featuring faithful reproductions of the series’ origins with the original six Mega Man games.

Why similar: Classic 36% ★, Platformer 16.5%, Retro 14.2%, Difficult 10.6%, Sci-fi 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Essential for those who appreciate the tight, challenging platforming mechanics of the classic 8-bit era.

Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.

Why similar: Difficult 19.4%, Old School 19.3%, Platformer 16.7%, Retro 14.1%, Sci-fi 13%

Why You'll Like It: While more action-oriented, it captures the same retro, indie-pioneering spirit and mysterious world-building.

Save the day as a star-shooting, platform-bouncing cutie pie in Gimmick! Special Edition. SUNSOFT's beloved physics-based action platformer finally bursts onto current platforms enriched with a rewind feature, a time attack mode, online leaderboards, and modern extras.

Why similar: Old School 18.8%, Platformer 17.8%, Retro 15.5%, 1990's 14.5%, 2D Platformer 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, physics-based platformer that captures the high-difficulty, rewarding nature of retro classics.

The Disney 16-bit classics Aladdin and The Lion King return!

Why similar: Classic 34.5% ★, Platformer 21.7%, 1990's 13.5%, Action 12.2%, Retro 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: Represents the high-quality, cinematic 2D animation and platforming standards of the 90s.

The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.

Why similar: Classic 38.3% ★, Retro 15.2%, Platformer 13.4%, Difficult 11.9%, Action 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides the intense, high-stakes action that defined the 90s side-scrolling experience.

The return of the wacky monkey!Toki sets off on a new adventure! The cult action/platform game originally released on arcade machines in 1989 is back with a super-simian new version, featuring all-new hand-drawn graphics and re-orchestrated music!

Why similar: Classic 27.3% ★, Platformer 25.2%, Retro 19.2%, Difficult 16.8%, Adventure 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful remake of a classic arcade platformer, focusing on difficult, pattern-based gameplay.

You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.

Why similar: Retro 26.9%, Platformer 26.2%, Difficult 18%, Old School 8.2%, Classic 7.1% ★

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled exploration platformer that captures the minimalist, challenging essence of early PC gaming.

You play an explorer stranded on a dangerous alien planet. Low on fuel, your only hope for escape is to find the planet’s core in this incredibly clever action-puzzle-platformer.

Why similar: Platformer 27.8%, Retro 13.8%, Puzzle Platformer 13.1%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Puzzle 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A short, puzzle-heavy platformer that emphasizes exploration in a strange, alien environment.

Traverse a dried-out seabed littered with the remains of a decaying civilization. Keep your unique vessel going, overcome numerous obstacles and withstand the hazardous weather conditions. How far can you make it? What will you find?

Why similar: Cinematic 24.2%, Puzzle Platformer 20.4%, Platformer 16.5%, Atmospheric 12.3%, Puzzle 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the sense of a lonely, atmospheric journey through a desolate, sci-fi landscape.

Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the indie freeware classic, rebuilt for modern machines! Explore a maze-like planet as the Knytt, a peaceful being abducted by aliens, find your missing ship parts, and get back home in this zen-like atmospheric platformer.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 23%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 18%, Aliens 10.6%, Sci-fi 7.8%

Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.

Why similar: Platformer 18.4%, Retro 17.1%, Sci-fi 14.2%, Difficult 13.9%, Aliens 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A compact, sci-fi metroidvania that focuses on exploration and atmospheric discovery in space.

Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.

Why similar: Platformer 15%, Retro 14.6%, Sci-fi 14.3%, Difficult 14.2%, Old School 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action game that blends platforming with challenging boss encounters.

A platform shooter that brings 90's gaming smashing into your face! Blast and insta-melee your way through hordes of alien soldiers, robots, bosses and loads more. Fight on foot, in a fighter or in a bomber. Take on bosses and ensure that the alien menace won't threaten Earth ever again!

Why similar: Old School 19.1%, Difficult 18.5%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 11.6%, Retro 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, old-school shooter-platformer that emphasizes high difficulty and retro aesthetics.

Return to the underground classic world of treasures and traps in the HD remake of Crystal Caves! Guide Mylo through puzzles and arcade challenges of your favorite episodes, then explore the whole new Episode loaded with all new puzzles, enemies, challenges, hazards and help Mylo get back home!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 17.9%, Classic 16% ★, Platformer 14.2%, Retro 14.2%, Old School 12.7%

The legendary game. One of the best action-puzzle games in the world!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 16.9%, 1990's 16.6%, Retro 12.5%, Old School 9.3%, Platformer 8.9%

Platformer based on a 22 year old blueprint. Help Comit boost his was through several planets in an attempt to stop the evil space pirate Krater from taking over the Star System.

Why similar: Platformer 21.3%, 1990's 17%, Old School 16%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Retro 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, retro-inspired platformer that focuses on tight controls and classic level design.

Play as Captain Grisham, and uncover the secrets of Planet 4-514 in this thrilling prequel to Side Scape!

Why similar: Aliens 16.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Retro 13.5%, Platformer 12.9%, Sci-fi 10.1%

Giana Sisters 2D is a HD remake of the beloved Nintendo DS game from 2009. It features full controller support, precise, intuitive controls and a smooth learning curve. All balanced for hours of fun and challenge.

Why similar: Classic 38.7% ★, Platformer 31.7%, Retro 17.7%, Action 6.5%, 2D 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style platformer that pays homage to the 80s and 90s arcade era.

This is the official version of the 80's classic game Montezuma's Revenge rebooted by the original developer. It's the classic puzzle solving action adventure platformer you loved in your youth.

Why similar: Classic 29.7% ★, Platformer 24.9%, 2D Platformer 19.8%, Action 11.8%, Adventure 6%

Embark on an epic journey through exotic worlds to uncover the mystery of the magic crystals! An exciting retro platform adventure in the nostalgic style of the 90's DOS platformers

Why similar: Aliens 15.1%, Puzzle Platformer 14.7%, 1990's 12.3%, Platformer 11.6%, Old School 11%

20 years after the original game’s launch, Conrad is enlisted back to active service for the triumphant return of one of the most acclaimed franchises in gaming history.It’s not a reboot. It’s Flashback re-imagined.

Why similar: Platformer 30.6%, Classic 23.3% ★, Sci-fi 18.3%, Adventure 14.4%, Action 13.5%

A legend returns in stunning new detail with Alex Kidd in Miracle World DX! Fire up your power bracelet and relive a platforming classic alongside new modes, levels and features!

Why similar: Difficult 19.8%, Old School 18.7%, Platformer 16.5%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Retro 14%

Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 26.6%, Sci-fi 17.4%, Retro 16.4%, 2D 7.3%, Action 7.2%

This is a short hardcore enthralling puzzle-platform game about a lonely robot, which tries to find his master. To go all the way you'll have to look for the master in two dimensions at the same time. Parallel world module will help to overcome any obstacles!

Why similar: Difficult 18.4%, Platformer 15.4%, Retro 12.9%, Puzzle Platformer 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12.5%

Twinsen's Little Big Adventure 2 Classic is a retro action-adventure game originally released in 1997. After saving the world from the evilish Doctor Funfrock, Twinsen is now ready to face a new threat coming from outer space.

Why similar: 1990's 23.7%, Old School 17.1%, Retro 16.7%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Puzzle 8.9%

Step into Twinsun's fantastical world in this action-adventure remake! Little Big Adventure - Twinsen's Quest brings brand new visuals, new music by the original composer, and smoother gameplay to the iconic classic released back in 1994.

Why similar: Platformer 20.8%, 1990's 20.5%, Old School 20.1%, Retro 14.1%, Puzzle 11.4%

LA-MULANA is an “Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game,” bringing the classic appeal of adventure with the punishing difficulty of retro-inspired gaming. Search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the “Secret Treasure of Life” – which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of “LA-MULANA” and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.

Why similar: Difficult 29.5%, Platformer 24.8%, Puzzle 9%, Retro 8.9%, Classic 7.2% ★

Embark on this epic adventure in up to 4K 60 fps with improved graphics and audio, a new speedrun mode, updated achievements, and an exclusive anniversary gallery.

Why similar: Sci-fi 34.5%, Action 29.7%, Adventure 29.2%, Singleplayer 6.6%

Exographer is an exploration game based on science. Become an explorer, stranded in an alien planet, and discover the secrets of an extinct civilization. Gain new powers to avoid dangers and obstacles in your journey, and use your camera to reveal particles and hidden clues.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.3%, 2D Platformer 18.1%, Platformer 16.7%, Sci-fi 10.6%, Puzzle 10.3%

PREMIER EDITION - While seeking life on a distant planet, an astronaut discovers an abandoned Russian town. He suspects his mission is a hoax until a mysterious young woman saves him from a strange and deadly phenomenon...

Why similar: Cinematic 21.1%, Puzzle Platformer 18.1%, Platformer 13.6%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Old School 11%

Outcast – Second Contact is the complete remake of the cult title which sparked the open world, action-adventure genre. Take off on an exploration of Adelpha, an alien world as beautiful as it is dangerous, where your heroic journey places the fate of two worlds in your hands.

Why similar: Classic 36.5% ★, Sci-fi 25.8%, Adventure 18.7%, Action 15.3%, Singleplayer 3.6%

Return to the Golden Age of arcades with a hardcore action platformer that pulls no punches! Possesses all the hallmarks of true classics like Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts (SNES), Rastan Saga (Arcade), Castlevania (NES) and more with precise controls, high challenge, and meticulous design.

Why similar: Difficult 28.2%, Platformer 26.4%, Retro 14.9%, Old School 11.1%, Action 6.4%

Celebrate 30 years of Rayman with the definitive edition of the platforming classic, featuring 5 versions, 120+ extra levels, and an exclusive documentary on the creation of the limbless hero.

Why similar: Platformer 42.6%, Adventure 17.4%, Action 15.7%, Atmospheric 10.4%, 2D 10%

Ever miss being a child, playing games at your grandma's or in your old bedroom? Look no further! Play The Adventures of Elena Temple, the classic you never knew existed, on old machines that kind of sort of maybe existed. It's not like you can remember for sure, right?

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 16.8%, Old School 16.3%, Difficult 14.1%, Retro 13.5%, 2D Platformer 12.9%

Play as the ultimate digital underdog in the Adventures of Pip,an action-platformer with a fresh gameplay twist inside a retro 32-bit world. Alas, Pip is an unlikely 1-pixel hero yet has the unique ability to absorb the pixels of his defeated enemies to evolve into three different forms.

Why similar: Platformer 30%, Puzzle Platformer 22%, Retro 21.7%, Action 9.7%, Adventure 9.2%

Commander Keen: Invasion of the Vorticons: Episode 1: Marooned on Mars (Dec. 14th 1990) Episode 2: The Earth Explodes (1991) Episode 3: Keen Must Die! (1991) Commander Keen's very first adventure, and the debut of id's groundbreaking side-scrolling technology.

Why similar: Classic 37.7% ★, Platformer 17.2%, 1990's 14.6%, Old School 9.5%, Retro 9.1%

Return to the remote island classic world of rewards and traps in the HD remake of Secret Agent! Guide 006 through puzzles & arcade challenges of your favorite missions, then uncover the whole new Episode loaded with all new puzzles, enemies, challenges, hazards & help 006 finally defeat DVS!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 24%, Platformer 16.5%, Old School 13.6%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Retro 8.3%

Throw on your nostalgia goggles and travel back in time with Super Win the Game, a retro-core explosion of exploration and platforming action!!

Why similar: Difficult 25.4%, Platformer 21.3%, Old School 18.7%, Retro 13.9%, 2D 6.7%

Classic side-scrolling gameplay is reporting back for duty with Bionic Commando Rearmed, a remake of the classic NES game, out now on PC.20 years after the 8-bit classic was released, Bionic Commando Rearmed recreates the world of the original with a complete "2.5D" visual revamp.

Why similar: Platformer 46.4%, Old School 18%, Action 15.8%, Retro 15.2%, 2D 4.6%

A New Beginning is a cinematic adventure-thriller done graphic novel-style.

Why similar: Classic 29.5% ★, Adventure 25%, 1990's 13.4%, Retro 10.3%, Sci-fi 8.3%

Control the flow of time to solve puzzles in this new version of the indie classic, featuring fully repainted artwork, a new world of puzzles, and seriously in-depth commentary.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 28.4%, Platformer 21.7%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Puzzle 11.8%, 2D 6.5%

The classic returns to punish the bold. A re-imagined retro platformer of precision, peril, and persistence — featuring all 30 levels from Dark Castle and Beyond Dark Castle plus 50 brand-new punishing rooms, rebuilt for modern systems.

Why similar: Platformer 22.9%, Puzzle Platformer 19%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Puzzle 11.3%, Retro 11.3%

The Ninja of the Nth Dimension is back! Explore vibrant retro landscapes, discover hidden secrets and take down menacing bosses in a modern reimagining of the classic action platforming adventure Zool.

Why similar: 1990's 22.3%, Retro 21.8%, Platformer 16.2%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Difficult 9.8%