Games Like Arc Apellago

A world of Beauty and Mystery, Emotive Animations, Atmospheric Environments, Visually Driven Story, Metroidvania Exploration and Memorable Sword Duels.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.7%, Platformer 16.3%, Colorful 12.7%, Combat 11.4%, Atmospheric 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the atmospheric, meditative, and precise combat-platforming feel found in Arc Apellago.

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: 2D Platformer 39.2%, Platformer 33.5%, Action 16.3%, 2D 8.8%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features the same blend of swift, lethal assassin combat and highly fluid, fast-paced 2D movement.

In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation. Marked with cursed tattoos giving you heightened senses, every situation presents you with options.

Why similar: Platformer 51.2%, Assassin 17.7% ★, Action 13.1%, 2D 12.6%, Singleplayer 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: Provides the definitive 2D assassin experience with a heavy focus on fluid movement and stealth-action mechanics.

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 41.1%, 2D Platformer 31.2%, 2D 13.7%, Action 11.9%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines high-speed ninja action with tight, responsive platforming mechanics.

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for PC.

Why similar: Platformer 45.6%, Atmospheric 17.1%, Fantasy 15.6%, 2D 11.1%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly atmospheric world paired with some of the most fluid movement and platforming in the genre.

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: 2D Platformer 38.7%, Platformer 31.1%, Fantasy 7.9%, Colorful 7.3%, 2D 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on atmospheric 2D platforming with a strong emphasis on movement and exploration.

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 45.5%, Action 18.2%, 2D 17.3%, Atmospheric 14.3%, Singleplayer 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers fast-paced, kinetic combat and platforming that rewards precision and speed.

BOOMEROAD is an exhilarating action-adventure game in which players slide along boomerang rails you will create. The game is set in an ancient ruin floating in the sky, and the player slides through the vast skies at their own will while searching for the Artifacts.

Why similar: Action 56.6%, Fantasy 23%, Atmospheric 14.4%, Singleplayer 6%

Why You'll Like It: A movement-focused platformer that emphasizes momentum and traversing unique environments.

Airscape is a fast-paced, ultra-challenging 60 level action platformer. You play a deep-sea octopus, kidnapped by a mechanical alien race. Jump, dodge, and swim through a skybound environment full of floating islands, water formations, and robotic terrors.

Why similar: Platformer 44.7%, Colorful 18%, Action 15.7%, 2D 14.9%, Atmospheric 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging platformer that relies on unique gravity-defying movement mechanics.

The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.

Why similar: Platformer 39.7%, 2D Platformer 30.9%, 2D 14.4%, Action 12.7%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style ninja action game that emphasizes swift strikes and challenging platforming sequences.

Fell is a 2d Precision Platformer with a retro semi-1-bit aesthetic. Play through multiple unique areas, unlock new color palettes, and use fun movement abilities to conquer levels and make difficult jumps!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 40.7%, Platformer 27.8%, Atmospheric 14.1%, 2D 9.5%, Action 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Matches the atmospheric, minimalist, and precision-focused platforming style.

Platform game with a gloomy artistic style. Challenging levels with many traps and enemies. Use all your skills to avoid dangerous traps. Destroy all opponents on your way to revenge.

Why similar: Assassin 40% ★, Platformer 25.2%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Action 9.1%, 2D 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Directly mirrors the assassin-themed platforming and action style of the seed game.

Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

Why similar: Platformer 52.6%, Fantasy 17.5%, Action 14.9%, Atmospheric 11.8%, Singleplayer 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: Translates the fluid movement and combat of 2D platformers into a 3D space with great success.

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: 2D Platformer 43.8%, Platformer 36.2%, 2D 8.4%, Atmospheric 4.6%, Action 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for precise, fluid platforming that demands mastery of movement mechanics.

Play as a rabbit ascending up a paper scroll, scrambling to escape a rampaging wall of deadly ink. Can you ensure your beautiful world won't be erased from the history books?

Why similar: 2D Platformer 41.7%, Platformer 27.6%, Action 14.2%, 2D 9.3%, Fantasy 6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming 2D platformer that focuses on simple, effective movement and action.

Ghostrunner offers a unique single-player experience: fast-paced, violent combat, and an original setting that blends science fiction with post-apocalyptic themes. It tells the story of a world that has already ended and its inhabitants who fight to survive.

Why similar: Action 59.1%, Combat 29.8%, Singleplayer 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the 'swift assassin' fantasy perfectly through high-speed, one-hit-kill combat and parkour.

Evergate is a haunting 2D puzzle-platformer set in a stunning hand-drawn vision of the Afterlife with an original score recorded by a live orchestra. Navigate 85 challenging stages and unleash the extraordinary powers of the genre-defining 'Soulflame' to help a lost soul reincarnate on earth!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.8%, Platformer 28.9%, Colorful 12.3%, Action 10.9%, Atmospheric 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a beautiful, atmospheric aesthetic paired with unique movement-based puzzle-platforming.

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Platformer 53.6%, 2D 18.4%, Atmospheric 13.1%, Action 10.6%, Singleplayer 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deeply atmospheric world with tight, responsive combat and platforming exploration.

SANABI is an exhilarating stylish dystopian action-platformer. Play as a legendary retired veteran and use your signature prosthetic arm to jump over cliffs and skyscrapers, zip through bullets and traps and defeat powerful enemies.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 39.7%, Platformer 25.5%, Action 17.1%, 2D 10.1%, Atmospheric 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Uses a grappling hook mechanic to create incredibly fluid, high-speed movement and combat.

Introducing Final Dash, the thrilling platformer where you'll embark on an adrenaline-fueled journey through stunning worlds! Jump into fast-paced challenges, create your own levels, and compete with friends. Are you ready to dash to victory?

Why similar: 2D Platformer 44.1%, Platformer 28.8%, Action 16.1%, 2D 9.4%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers fast-paced 2D platforming action with a dark, atmospheric aesthetic.

"SkyIsland" is made by a group of students in a college, quarter-view action-adventure game. Enjoy the wonderful world and beautiful environments as you help the protagonist, Pino, fix his broken plane and defeat monsters to return home safely.

Why similar: Action 38.8%, Combat 27.5%, Fantasy 17.3%, Atmospheric 8.3%, Singleplayer 8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on exploration and action in a sky-themed environment similar to the seed game.

You are a nomadic slugcat, both predator and prey in a broken ecosystem. Grab your spear and brave the industrial wastes, hunting enough food to survive, but be wary— other, bigger creatures have the same plan... and slugcats look delicious.

Why similar: Platformer 33.4%, 2D Platformer 32.9%, Atmospheric 13.9%, 2D 11%, Action 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a highly atmospheric world where movement is key to survival and navigation.

Neon White is a single-player speedrunning FPS where you can sacrifice your guns for godlike parkour moves.

Why similar: Platformer 55.1%, Action 22.3%, Combat 17.9%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A speed-running focused game that turns movement into a high-octane, stylish action experience.

Momentum-driven old school platformer with modern graphics & physics with a focus on exploration. Offers precision and on later levels a lot of speed. Each world brings new abilities & gameplay

Why similar: Action 85.8%, Singleplayer 14.2%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric indie title that emphasizes exploration and movement in a 2D space.

Experience the epic journey of Algiz, the architect of life, as he seeks to retrieve his stolen power. But not only has his power been stolen. The whole world he designed is on a brink of destruction.

Why similar: Action 41.9%, Platformer 34.3%, Atmospheric 23.7%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the atmospheric, indie-focused action-platformer DNA of the seed game.

Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

Why similar: Platformer 50%, Combat 16.9%, Action 16.3%, Atmospheric 13%, Singleplayer 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: Blends atmospheric world-building with intense, precision-based combat and platforming.

Skybound is a 3D exploration platformer focused on fun, fluid movement mechanics, parkour and environmental puzzle solving.

Why similar: Platformer 56.3%, Colorful 17.8%, Fantasy 14.8%, Atmospheric 11%

Catch falling allies and dominate the battlefield! Control your flying platform to catch characters and auto-attack enemies. Build your team, link skills, and shape your own strategy in this evolving arcade action game.

Why similar: Action 52.6%, 2D 19.5%, Combat 15.1%, Fantasy 10%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Aeterna Noctis is a challenging metroidvania that majestically combines action, exploration and adventure. With 2 game modes and difficulty based on action or the exclusive Noctis mode where a level of difficulty is added in precision platforming never seen in the metroidvania genre.

Why similar: Platformer 53%, 2D 16.5%, Atmospheric 13.4%, Action 13%, Singleplayer 4%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, challenging 2D platformer that emphasizes fluid movement and precision.

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 43.5%, Action 26.7%, Colorful 11.9%, 2D 8.2%, Combat 8.1%

Enjoy a stylish action combat experience as you explore a chapter storylines from Journey to the West.

Why similar: Action 53.6%, Fantasy 46.4%

Arena-based hack-and-slash combat Fight off waves of enemies with the weight of your hammer and the grace of your sword. Spellbinding Visuals A hybrid of 3D and hand-painted art styles, animated to create a breathing, if not quite living, world between worlds.

Why similar: Action 30.4%, 2D 18.9%, Colorful 17.2%, Fantasy 16.1%, Combat 14.2%

Arclight Beat is a minimalistic rhythm based 3D platformer in which you control various level elements by modifying the music.

Why similar: Platformer 53.3%, Action 32.5%, Colorful 12.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%

ABOVE is a challenging climbing game set in a mysterious world. Reach, jump and grab on to rocks and moving objects as you pave your way through the vertical terrain. Experience a mysterious and intriguing world with gameplay that will challenge both your skills and endurance.

Why similar: Colorful 39.2%, Action 27.4%, Atmospheric 23.9%, Singleplayer 9.5%

Cyrah's Ascent is a third-person combat game with high mobility. Imbued with essence, Cyrah must defeat the Laust and avenge her people.

Why similar: Action 38.5%, Colorful 22.6%, Fantasy 20.3%, Combat 15.1%, Singleplayer 3.5%

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: 2D Platformer 34.1%, Platformer 28.8%, Action 20.6%, 2D 8.4%, Atmospheric 6.9%

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: 2D Platformer 34.1%, Platformer 26.6%, Action 12.1%, Fantasy 9.6%, 2D 7.4%

In Ynglet, you jump, dash, slide, bounce and float your way through an abstract, effervescent sky. Melt into the reactive, dynamic soundtrack, while beautiful colors make every moment a visual treat.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 36%, Platformer 22.6%, Colorful 12.4%, 2D 9.2%, Atmospheric 9.1%

A serene first-person 3D platformer where you use a magical rope to traverse the body of a dormant ancient colossus in order to heal its wounds and awaken it once again. Embark on a relaxing journey of melancholy to rekindle one of nature's long-lost wonders.

Why similar: Platformer 36.7%, Action 28.5%, Colorful 18.2%, Atmospheric 12.1%, Singleplayer 4.4%

Airborne is a combination of 2D Platformers, Rage Games, Parkour, while also being packed with Action. You need to get to the end of the level by dodging Spikes, Bullets, Turrets, Lasers and more!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 43.8%, Platformer 34.8%, Action 12.6%, 2D 6%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Flow gracefully through a colorful, hand-drawn 2.5D action platformer inspired by Japanese folklore. Engage in acrobatic aerial combat, unlock powerful mystical abilities, and explore an interconnected world of myth as you seek to unravel the mysteries of your origin.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 38%, Platformer 27.3%, Colorful 10.7%, Action 8.9%, 2D 8.5%

How do you platform if walking and jumping aren't an option? With a sword of course! Bounce and slash your way through this short and sweet, uniquely controlled precision platformer!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 46.7%, Platformer 22.8%, Action 11.5%, Fantasy 9.1%, 2D 8.3%

IN THIS 3D ARCADE PLATFORMER GAME AN UNKNOWN CATACLYSM HAS ROCKED THE EARTH THE LAWS OF PHYSICS NO LONGER APPLY YOU MUST DESCEND THROUGH THE WRECKAGE Back to the OLD WORLD, TO EARTH

Why similar: Action 81.4%, Singleplayer 18.6%

DIVE: Starpath is a third-person runner set in the stratosphere of massive planets. Guide yourself through the perils of interstellar space as you pursue a mysterious traveler. Fight gravity, gather the data canisters, and don't lose orbit!

Why similar: Action 100%

Join Avani in this action-adventure game where you will explore this corrupted land, fight the evil that hides within and cleanse it from the spirit before it destroys the world.

Why similar: Action 30%, 2D 23.1%, Colorful 17.9%, Fantasy 14.8%, Combat 11.5%

Try this year’s must-play indie smash-hit for free, with Evergate Ki’s Awakening. Take on seven unique levels in this haunting precision puzzle-platformer, set in a stunning hand-drawn vision of the Afterlife, with an original score recorded by a live orchestra.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 42.7%, Platformer 18.9%, Action 16.4%, Atmospheric 6.9%, Colorful 6.4%

A fast-paced platformer where you can slash, dash, and control time. Slow down the frenzy of combat and find the right moment to strike! Then, aim the 360-degree dash and zoom away at lightning speed! Master your abilities to maneuver around obstacles and vaporize foes before they can touch you.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.9%, Platformer 23.7%, Combat 10.6%, Action 8.8%, 2D 8.3%

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: Action 48.8%, Platformer 46.5%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Crashed on a desolate but mysterious planet you find yourself eye to eye with an ancient civilisation. Explore the planet, find powerful upgrades, and fulfill your destiny.

Why similar: Platformer 71.8%, Atmospheric 24.8%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Plokoth is an atmospheric 2D platforming game set in a mysterious jungle.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 32.9%, Platformer 26.2%, Action 9.9%, Colorful 8.5%, Atmospheric 7.8%

Incorporeal is a dungeon crawler where you play as a treasure hunter who has the ability to sever their soul from their body. Dash through traps, strike foes with your spectral form, and protect your fragile body as you fight, puzzle, and survive the catacombs to claim ancient relics.

Why similar: Action 59.5%, Fantasy 35.4%, Singleplayer 5.1%

Enter the doomed world of Astria, a land destroyed by Cataclysm where all living things are dying. Play as Gwen, an Astrian willing to make his last move before everything ends.

Why similar: Platformer 57.6%, Fantasy 19.8%, Action 19.1%, Singleplayer 3.5%

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: 2D Platformer 36.7%, Platformer 28.9%, Action 10.7%, Colorful 8.8%, 2D 7.9%

A sci-fi-style rolling 3D platformer.

Why similar: Platformer 48.3%, Action 34.3%, Fantasy 15.2%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Astronite Landing on Neplea is the prologue to this fantastic 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Take on Astronite's first major challenge and defeat the deadly Kronch.

Why similar: Platformer 40.5%, Action 19.3%, 2D 14.7%, Atmospheric 12.7%, Combat 8.7%

Reach the highest score by dodging obstacles, leaping across ravines, sliding down slopes, etc ... Watch your step!

Why similar: Platformer 55.8%, Action 25.2%, Colorful 17.1%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Lumin's Path is an atmospheric 3D platformer using light and darkness to impact the world in mysterious ways.

Why similar: Fantasy 100%

Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

Why similar: Platformer 32.6%, Fantasy 13.8%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Atmospheric 10.4%, Action 10.3%

Take to the skies with the thrilling, brick-busting excitement of Action Ball 2, the electrifying sequel to the hit arcade game! Soar above the clouds in your paddle-equipped ship and fight back the relentless robots in level after level of eye-popping fun.

Why similar: Action 64.5%, Colorful 28.6%, Singleplayer 6.8%

Ibatic is a fast-paced platformer in which you evolve in a fantastic world. Beat the fastest time in each level by sliding, jumping and dashing through various deadly environments using the power of your staff.

Why similar: Platformer 44.1%, Action 32%, Fantasy 18.1%, Singleplayer 5.8%