- #1 Pizza Tower
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 70,783 reviews2023
Dev: Tour De Pizza
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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: Fast-Paced 37%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, Cartoony 14.5%, Platformer 9.2%, Retro 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same frantic energy, expressive animation, and momentum-based platforming that defines ANTONBLAST.
- #2 Antonball Deluxe
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 883 reviews2021
Dev: Summitsphere
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 48%
The breakout title from Summitsphere, Antonball Deluxe is a retro, high-octane smorgasbord of ballbusting arcade action! Antonball Deluxe quite literally turns the breakout genre on its head, blending traditional brick-breaking gameplay with tight, intense platforming.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.4%, Puzzle Platformer 25.6%, Platformer 17.6%, Retro 9.7%, 2D 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: As a direct prequel in the same universe, it offers a unique arcade-style take on the same characters and aesthetic.
- #3 Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils
96% matchVery Positive95% of 396 reviews2022
Dev: Colorgrave
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Bounce, vault, and fight your way through a whimsical world with the help of your loyal companion. Eat snacks, collect artifacts, and travel the world to stop Bonnie and her boney band of troublemakers!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 30.9%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Cartoony 12.3%, Platformer 9.6%, Retro 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features incredibly fluid, fast-paced movement and a charming, colorful art style that mirrors the feel of modern retro-inspired platformers.
- #4 Spark the Electric Jester
95% matchVery Positive92% of 1,467 reviews2017
Dev: Feperd Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Spark the electric jester is an action/platformer video game heavily based on best classics from the 16-bit era from both sides of the aisle.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 40.9%, Platformer 21.8%, Retro 11.1%, Action 9.5%, 2D 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action platformer that emphasizes speed and combat variety, much like the gameplay loop of ANTONBLAST.
- #5 Berserk Boy
94% matchVery Positive86% of 410 reviews2024
Dev: BerserkBoy Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 29.6%, Platformer 18.2%, Retro 17.4%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, 2D 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A high-energy action platformer featuring transformation mechanics and fast-paced combat that feels very similar to Anton's destructive style.
- #6 Gravity Circuit
94% matchVery Positive94% of 3,462 reviews2023
Dev: Domesticated Ant GamesPub: PID Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 34.6%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Platformer 15.5%, Retro 9.6%, 2D 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A tight, action-heavy platformer that rewards aggressive play and features satisfying, punchy combat mechanics.
- #7 Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit
93% matchVery Positive85% of 3,701 reviews2012
Dev: ArkedoPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
A crazy action-adventure platformer... In Hell.
Why similar: Platformer 55.7%, Action 19%, 2D 17.9%, Singleplayer 6%, Indie 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on destruction and over-the-top humor, capturing the chaotic spirit of Anton's destructive rampages.
- #8 Steel Assault
92% matchMostly Positive77% of 435 reviews2021
Dev: Zenovia InteractivePub: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Punch, whip, and zipline your way through a post-apocalyptic America in this 16-bit retro-style action platformer! Play as Taro Takahashi, a resistance soldier on a revenge mission against the dictator who lords over the ashes.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 41.4%, 2D Platformer 22.2%, Retro 11.7%, Platformer 10%, Action 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, arcade-style action game that focuses on tight controls and intense, screen-filling boss encounters.
- #9 Sonic Mania
91% matchVery Positive94% of 27,546 reviews2017
Dev: Christian WhiteheadPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Sonic Mania is an all-new adventure with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles full of unique bosses, rolling 2D landscapes, and fun classic gameplay.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 39.8%, Platformer 16%, Retro 15.1%, 2D 8.8%, Cartoony 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for high-speed 2D platforming, focusing on momentum and satisfying traversal that fans of fast-paced games will appreciate.
- #10 Advent NEON®
91% 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: Fast-Paced 42.2%, 2D Platformer 22.4%, Platformer 8.1%, Action-Adventure 8%, Action 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features high-speed combat and platforming that emphasizes fluid movement and aggressive playstyles.
- #11 Bomb Rush Cyberfunk
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 15,007 reviews2023
Dev: Team Reptile
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk is 1 second per second of advanced funkstyle. Battle rival crews and dispatch militarized police to conquer the five boroughs of New Amsterdam. Become All City.
Why similar: Action 32.5%, Colorful 31.2%, Score Attack 22.7%, Singleplayer 6.9%, Indie 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: While 3D, it shares the same high-energy, stylized aesthetic and focus on momentum-based movement.
- #12 Freedom Planet
90% 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: Fast-Paced 33.5%, Platformer 26.3%, Retro 15.7%, 2D 9.6%, Action 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Combines high-speed platforming with intense combat and a vibrant, cartoon-inspired aesthetic.
- #13 Blast Brigade vs. the Evil Legion of Dr. Cread
89% matchVery Positive89% of 325 reviews2022
Dev: MY.GAMESPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!
Why similar: Cartoony 19.2%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Platformer 16.6%, Exploration 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Blends exploration with explosive action and a distinct, cartoon-inspired visual style.
- #14 Panic Porcupine
88% matchVery Positive94% of 69 reviews2022
Dev: Spicy Gyro GamesPub: Shiny Dolphin Games LLC
Windows · Mac
A Meat-Like/Hedge-Like Mashup! Dr. Proventriculus is snatching up the Chickabirbs! Help Panic blast through over 50 stages of topsy-turvy, spike-laced, slime-drenched, buzzsaw-filled deathtraps to rescue them! And remember, there are no rings...
Why similar: Fast-Paced 36.3%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 10.5%, Retro 9.9%, Puzzle Platformer 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced precision platformer that requires quick reflexes and constant movement to succeed.
- #15 Tales From Space: Mutant Blobs Attack
86% matchVery Positive92% of 1,030 reviews2012
Dev: Drinkbox Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A sci-fi puzzle-platformer of cataclysmic proportions! Evolve from a tiny captive into a world-eating giant. Use your mutant blob powers to devour the pathetic humans and all of civilization!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 16.1%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Retro 13.4%, Cartoony 11.6%, Platformer 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fun, destruction-focused platformer where you grow in size and consume the environment, mirroring the satisfying destruction of ANTONBLAST.
- #16 Explosionade DX
87% matchMostly Positive78% of 86 reviews2015
Dev: Mommy's Best Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Pilot an experimental mech and shoot giant grenades to blow up sneaky aliens. Stomp their guts, destroy their base, and save the day!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.4%, Puzzle Platformer 24.5%, Platformer 21.7%, Retro 11.9%, Action 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on destruction and arcade-style action, making it a great fit for fans of Anton's explosive hammer gameplay.
- #17 Polyroll
86% matchVery Positive95% of 94 reviews2019
Dev: Spicy Gyro GamesPub: HOF Studios
Windows
Explore branching levels, fight quirky bosses, and save the day in this retro platformer inspired by the classics!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 22.4%, 2D Platformer 18.1%, Retro 10.5%, Platformer 9.3%, Cartoony 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D platformer that emphasizes exploration and fast-paced movement through vibrant, colorful worlds.
- #18 Super Meat Boy
84% matchVery Positive94% of 36,925 reviews2010
Dev: Team Meat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.8%, Fast-Paced 26.8%, Platformer 23.1%, 2D 7%, Retro 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: An essential precision platformer that demands the same level of speed and mastery of movement as the most difficult sections of ANTONBLAST.
- #19 On Rusty Trails
85% matchVery Positive87% of 266 reviews2016
Dev: Black Pants Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Conformity is everything in this lightning-fast platformer - get ready to shift your friendships each and every second!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 22.6%, Comic Book 14.3%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Puzzle Platformer 11%, Cartoony 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features action-heavy platforming with a distinct art style and a focus on fast, responsive gameplay.
- #20 Sockventure
84% matchVery Positive93% of 88 reviews2021
Dev: Nighthouse GamesPub: Versus Evil
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
In this challenging 2D platformer game, play as a Superhero and help the Kid to find all the missing socks inside the cursed washing machine, Sockventure has stunning colorful graphics, hand-crafted levels, tight controls and fun ever-changing gameplay.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 29.6%, Comic Book 17.8%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Platformer 10.4%, Retro 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides challenging precision platforming that will appeal to players who enjoy the tighter, more difficult platforming segments of ANTONBLAST.
- #21 Pseudoregalia
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 17,681 reviews2023
Dev: rittzler
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%
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: Platformer 27.5%, Surreal 27.5%, Exploration 21.4%, Retro 13.8%, Singleplayer 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on momentum-based movement and exploration, providing a highly satisfying traversal experience.
- #22 Sqroma
83% matchVery Positive100% of 80 reviews2022
Dev: Woum
Windows · Mac
Your destruction isn't the end you think; if it's a projectile, it is removed from the puzzle and you are instantly respawned. Consequence? It disrupts the level's balance! Exploit this to defeat enemies and open new paths! Playing the disruptive kamikaze is the key to your success!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 26.9%, Destruction 25.6%, Puzzle Platformer 15.2%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Puzzle 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: Integrates puzzle-platforming elements with a focus on speed and precision, offering a slightly more cerebral take on the genre.
- #23 Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection
82% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,639 reviews2020
Dev: CAPCOM CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection brings together six classic titles in one game: Mega Man Zero 1, 2, 3 and 4, as well as Mega Man ZX and ZX Advent. The collection also features Z-Chaser, an exclusive new mode created just for this set of games.
Why similar: Action 38.8%, Platformer 27.2%, 2D 11.5%, Retro 10%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Offers intense, fast-paced action platforming with a focus on boss battles and tight combat controls.
- #24 Broforce
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,389 reviews2015
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.
Why similar: Platformer 33.3%, Action 20.1%, 2D 19.9%, Retro 19.6%, Indie 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, destruction-heavy action game that shares the same over-the-top, explosive energy found in ANTONBLAST.
- #25 Kaze and the Wild Masks
79% matchVery Positive94% of 1,950 reviews2021
Dev: PixelHivePub: SOEDESCO
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Go on a journey as Kaze in this 90’s classics inspired platformer. When the Crystal Islands get cursed, Kaze needs to save her friend Hogo while facing enraged living vegetables. Find the Wild Masks to unleash the powers of the legendary guardians and master land, sky and sea.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 28.5%, Cartoony 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Retro 10.9%, Platformer 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A polished, classic-style platformer that captures the feel of 90s mascot platformers with modern, high-quality controls.
- #26 Super Blasting Boy
82% matchMixed70% of 69 reviews2018
Dev: BekkerDev Studio
Windows
Super Blasting Boy is a logical platform platformer made in the best traditions of retro games of the late 80's and 90's.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 26.2%, Puzzle Platformer 14.6%, Platformer 12.5%, Action 11%, Retro 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A smaller-scale action platformer that focuses on blasting through obstacles and enemies.
- #27 Clustertruck
79% matchVery Positive94% of 18,074 reviews2016
Dev: LandfallPub: tinyBuild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Clustertruck is a chaotic physics based truckformer. Jump your way through insane levels in a game of "the floor is lava" on top of speeding trucks driven by terrible drivers.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 43.2%, Destruction 34.5%, Action 8.8%, Platformer 6%, Singleplayer 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: A pure chaos-driven platformer where destruction and momentum are the only ways to survive.
- #28 Comet Crasher
81% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2019
Dev: Mika Molenkamp
Windows
Soar, shoot and dodge - but don't stop moving. Fall down at breakneck speeds in this fast-paced platformer filled with chaos and explosions.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 43.7%, Action 15.3%, Score Attack 14.7%, Platformer 13.9%, Indie 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style action game that emphasizes speed and quick reactions in a platforming environment.
- #29 Penny’s Big Breakaway
78% matchVery Positive80% of 1,236 reviews2024
Dev: Evening StarPub: Private Division
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 58%
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: Platformer 61.1%, Colorful 24.3%, Singleplayer 8.2%, Indie 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A momentum-based platformer that centers on a unique movement mechanic, offering a similar sense of flow to Anton's gameplay.
- #30 Spark the Electric Jester 3
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,999 reviews2022
Dev: Feperd Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
High speed 3D action platformer! Join Spark on his latest adventure.
Why similar: Platformer 25.6%, Cartoony 17.1%, Fast-Paced 16%, Exploration 14.4%, Action 11.1%
- #31 Spark the Electric Jester 2
78% matchVery Positive89% of 738 reviews2019
Dev: Feperd GamesPub: Feperd Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Fast paced 3D action platformer.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 70.2%, Action 14.5%, Platformer 9.7%, Singleplayer 3%, Indie 2.6%
- #32 MULLET MADJACK
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,893 reviews2024
Dev: HAMMER95Pub: Epopeia Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
MULLET MADJACK is a HIGH-OCTANE-ACTION SHOOTER that put you directly inside a CLASSIC ANIME. Pick your favorite weapon and reach the last floor; Beat your best time or try again. Haste makes waste… OF YOUR ENEMIES!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 48.7%, 2.5D 16.5%, Score Attack 13%, Retro 9.2%, Action 5.8%
- #33 Garbanzo Quest
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 586 reviews2024
Dev: zagawee
Windows · Mac · Linux
GARBANZO QUEST! The crazy bullet-heck platformer where your main weapon is your own spit! Bring a friend! Hand-crafted challenges, secrets, and branching paths galore!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.2%, Cartoony 15.3%, Puzzle Platformer 15%, Platformer 14.2%, Retro 12.3%
- #34 Splodey
74% matchVery Positive92% of 241 reviews2024
Dev: Send It StudiosPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
The platformer without a jump button! Master the art of potion propulsion in this fast-paced adventure where strategy, precision, and creativity meet explosive fun.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 35.3%, Platformer 20.8%, Fast-Paced 17.5%, 2D 10.4%, Colorful 7.1%
- #35 Color Symphony 2
77% matchVery Positive88% of 69 reviews2015
Dev: REMIMORY
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Color Symphony 2 is a puzzle action platformer that utilizes the ambiguity of color. Try to eliminate obstacles or find new paths by using color!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 25.5%, Puzzle Platformer 18.8%, Surreal 14.5%, Platformer 13.3%, Action 7.6%
- #36 Kick Bastards
75% matchVery Positive90% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: Something Something Games
Windows
GO FAST, KICK ASS! Kick Bastards combines high-speed parkour with intense kicking action. Race faster and faster, perform daring moves, and push your limits in pursuit of unrivalled speed. The armies of Hell are coming; fight back and become a kicking legend!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 49.1%, Platformer 15.4%, Cartoony 10.3%, Action 8.5%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #37 Destructivator 2
76% matchVery Positive96% of 55 reviews2020
Dev: Pug Fugly GamesPub: Thalamus Digital
Windows
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: 2D Platformer 38.6%, Retro 16.7%, Platformer 16.1%, Action 9.8%, 2D 9.3%
- #38 Antro
73% matchVery Positive91% of 82 reviews2025
Dev: Gatera StudioPub: Selecta Play
Windows
ANTRO. The underground revolution. Join Nittch and Los Discordantes in the race to overthrow La Cúpula. In this rhythm, action, puzzle and 2.5D platforming game, music will be your ally!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.9%, Puzzle Platformer 24.4%, 2.5D 18.1%, Platformer 15%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
- #39 Explodemon
77% matchMixed65% of 136 reviews2014
Dev: Curve StudiosPub: Curve Games
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 27%
An explosive homage to SNES-era platformers from the makers of Stealth Bastard Deluxe, Explodemon is non-stop action mayhem like you've never seen before.
Why similar: Platformer 54.1%, Action 28.2%, Indie 12.9%, Singleplayer 4.8%
- #40 Hyper Bounce Blast
74% matchVery Positive93% of 89 reviews2016
Dev: Flump StudiosPub: Funbox Media Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Hyper Bounce Blast is a stomach-churning retro shooter blended with classic platforming action. Bounce, shoot and dodge to survive the ever-increasing enemy attack. Bring it on!
Why similar: Platformer 41%, Action 38.3%, Indie 20.7%
- #41 Aureole - Wings of Hope
70% matchVery Positive98% of 99 reviews2025
Dev: Team StargazersPub: JanduSoft
Windows
At sonic speeds, Aureole - Wings of Hope takes platforming to the literal skies! Join Ramila and Ryleth on their crusade to reclaim their home from demonic forces in this unique physics-based side-scrolling game.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 28.1%, 2D Platformer 21.6%, Platformer 14.3%, Cartoony 14.1%, Exploration 5.7%
- #42 Super Mombo Quest
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 854 reviews2021
Dev: Orube Game Studio
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.6%, Platformer 18.7%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Action 10.3%, 2D 8.6%
- #43 Spectacular Sparky
72% matchVery Positive87% of 168 reviews2021
Dev: FreakZone GamesPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
A throwback to the golden age of white-gloved 16-bit video-game mascots, Spectacular Sparky is an action-packed platformer with wacky characters, explosive weapons and boss battles to treasure!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 29.9%, Platformer 23.3%, Retro 22.1%, Action 10.2%, Colorful 9.6%
- #44 PulseCharge
75% matchMixed50% of 190 reviews2016
Dev: Endless Project Games
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
2D platforming with an emphasis on speed and exploration! Absorb enemy attacks to charge up your own attacks! You must absorb, dodge and weave your way through intense gauntlets and defeat your evil self.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20.6%, Cartoony 16.2%, Platformer 15.4%, Score Attack 10.6%, Puzzle 9.1%
- #45 Mibibli's Quest
72% matchVery Positive96% of 112 reviews2016
Dev: resnijars
Windows · Mac
Mibibli's Quest is a retro-style surrealistic platformer game. Join Mibibli as it blasts its way through over 20 crazy and eclectic levels! Conquer caves, dance through raves, wander the suburbs, and blow up eggs... travel through time and explore your nightmares along the way!
Why similar: Surreal 27%, Platformer 21.9%, Retro 20.6%, Action 19.3%, Indie 11.1%
- #46 Tribal Hunter
68% 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: 2D Platformer 32.2%, Platformer 19.2%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Retro 11.8%, Action 8.7%
- #47 Contract Rush DX
66% matchVery Positive100% of 219 reviews2025
Dev: FigburnPub: Team Ficus
Windows
Contract Rush DX is a hand-animated 2D Shoot 'Em Up, with multiple playable characters. Explore the world, collect powerful upgrades throughout levels, and unleash them to defeat difficult boss battles!
Why similar: Platformer 35.3%, Cartoony 31.7%, Action 16.2%, 2D 13.2%, Singleplayer 3.7%
- #48 Anger Foot
66% matchVery Positive93% of 3,775 reviews2024
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Anger Foot is a lightning fast action FPS where the only things harder than your ass kicking feet are the ass kicking beats.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 67%, Cartoony 12.2%, Action 7.6%, Colorful 6.6%, Singleplayer 3.6%
- #49 Disastr_Blastr
71% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2016
Dev: Dog Theory
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 99%
Descend into a radical new dimension of abstract minimalist arcade fury in Disastr_Blastr! Blaze your merciless path of devastation through an expansive non-linear game world with 100+ stages of cortex-shattering cubic mayhem!
Why similar: Action 62.5%, Indie 37.5%
- #50 Hell is Other Demons
69% matchVery Positive93% of 337 reviews2019
Dev: Cuddle Monster Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Hell is Other Demons is an action-platform shooter, with Roguelite elements. Explore a sprawling, hand-crafted world full of demons, insanely over-the-top boss fights, and a heavy synthwave soundtrack.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 45%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 11.7%, Retro 11.4%, 2D 6.6%
- #51 JustAxe
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 75 reviews2024
Dev: Supergalactiс GamedevPub: Targem Games
Windows
Pioneers against aliens! JustAxe is an exciting 2D platformer with puzzles, interactive environments and unusual setting! Solve riddles, combine your moves, and set out to save your hometown and possibly all of humanity... And don’t forget to take your axe with you!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21%, Puzzle Platformer 19.7%, Platformer 15.8%, Exploration 10.4%, Action-Adventure 10%
- #52 Nuclear Blaze
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 892 reviews2021
Dev: Deepnight Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
A unique 2D firefighting platformer from the creator of Dead Cells, featuring devastating backdrafts, exploding walls, and expected cat rescues. Battle your way through a mysterious government facility, striving to keep the blaze under control.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 33.1%, Platformer 14.9%, Exploration 13.5%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Colorful 8.2%
- #53 Spirits Abyss
68% matchVery Positive96% of 421 reviews2020
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Spirits Abyss is a roguelite platformer with destructible terrain. Cast into the Abysm you must explore its diverse depths battling phantasmic meanies and plundering its useful treasures to find a way home... but does something nestle beyond the realmic veil of death?
Why similar: Platformer 46.6%, 2D 20.9%, Action 14.2%, Indie 10.5%, Singleplayer 7.9%
- #54 Dyna Bomb
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 51 reviews2016
Dev: 7 Raven Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Strap on your jetpack and prepare for chaos! Dyna Bomb has intuitive arcade action game play, with a blast of humor, Enjoy!
Why similar: Platformer 27.2%, Puzzle Platformer 19.2%, Retro 18.1%, Action 13.8%, 2D 10.5%
- #55 Mighty Gunvolt
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 415 reviews2015
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Take control of one of three playable characters (Gunvolt, Ekoro, and Beck) as you blast your way past the baddies in stage after stage of side-scrolling action! Each stage ends with a boss encounter. Defeat the boss to complete the stage.
Why similar: Platformer 36.5%, Retro 30.2%, Action 22.4%, Indie 10.9%
- #56 Skybolt Zack
68% matchVery Positive91% of 105 reviews2019
Dev: ISARTPub: TyGAMES
Windows
Skybolt Zack is a brand new fast-paced arcade gaming experience! With his Rocket Punches Zack leaps from enemy to enemy, destroying anything standing in his way! Match the colour of the enemies with the buttons on the gamepad to rid the world of Dr Kaz’s robot army!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 37.8%, Platformer 13%, Score Attack 11.8%, Retro 11.5%, Action-Adventure 7.5%
- #57 Magenta Horizon - Neverending Harvest
66% matchVery Positive87% of 234 reviews2024
Dev: Maddison BaekPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Magenta Horizon is a fast-paced 2D action platformer with challenging spectacle fighter inspired combat. Playing as a Reaper of the twisted purgatorial afterlife, push your skills to the limit to destroy the hordes of demons and epic bosses to reach your destination.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 34.1%, 2D Platformer 20.3%, Cartoony 11.4%, Platformer 10.7%, Surreal 10.1%
- #58 Unless
65% matchVery Positive99% of 88 reviews2025
Dev: Bellwood Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Challenge yourself and master 4 Distinct worlds with 66 finely tuned level screens and climb to the top of the Steam Leaderboards in this retro pixel art speedrunning platformer!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 35.2%, 2D Platformer 19.5%, Platformer 11.5%, Retro 10.1%, Puzzle Platformer 9.6%
- #59 Super Dungeon Boy
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 212 reviews2017
Dev: Tower Up Studios
Windows · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 27%
2D platform game focused on intense combat against enemies and exploration of secret areas in dark dungeons full of dangers.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 34.3%, Platformer 13.7%, Retro 13%, Exploration 8.4%, Action 8%
- #60 Shotgun Cop Man
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 605 reviews2025
Dev: DeadToast EntertainmentPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%
GO TO HELL, ARREST SATAN. Propel yourself to justice and glory on a journey through hell in this punchy, crunchy, son-of-a-gun precision platformer from the creator of My Friend Pedro.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 42.5%, Platformer 27.6%, Action 15.3%, 2D 11.4%, Singleplayer 2.1%