Games Like BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition

ibb & obb is a two player cooperative game set in a puzzle filled world where gravity goes both up and down. You can only succeed by working closely together. Find a friend for some true local co-op couch fun or match up online.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.6%, Co-op 22.7%, Platformer 10.9%, Multiplayer 7.7%, Puzzle 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A gravity-defying cooperative puzzle-platformer that requires constant communication and precise movement.

When you cut ties to the past, new bonds form. Build relationships with other Yarnys in local co-op or as a single player, fostering friendship and support as you journey together.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.1%, Co-op 23.4%, Multiplayer 14.3%, Puzzle 6.4%, Platformer 5%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based puzzle-platformer designed specifically for cooperative play, mirroring the teamwork required in BADLAND.

Jump, switch and fly your way through mind-bending subterranean puzzles in this stunning new platforming adventure from the award-winning Press Play!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 44.8%, Puzzle Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 12.9%, Action 12.9%, Difficult 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique dual-character control mechanic that demands the same level of coordination as managing clones in BADLAND.

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

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 29.4%, Platformer 20.5%, Puzzle 9.8%, Indie 9.1%, Atmospheric 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the iconic silhouette art style and atmospheric, physics-based puzzle-platforming found in BADLAND.

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: Platformer 23.6%, Puzzle Platformer 23.4%, Adventure 12%, Puzzle 11.2%, Atmospheric 10%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric masterpiece from the same creators as Limbo that emphasizes environmental puzzles and side-scrolling exploration.

Embark on a journey to give his majesty the ride of his afterlife. Guide a chariot containing the King's remains through underground caves using physics-based mechanics such as pushing, pulling, riding and swinging.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 26%, Platformer 10.6%, Co-op 10.4%, Puzzle Platformer 8.4%, Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-heavy cooperative platformer where players must work together to maneuver an object through treacherous environments.

Michel Ancel, the celebrated creator of Rayman®, Beyond Good & Evil®, and the Raving Rabbids®, returns to unleash his innovative creativity on this new entry into the Rayman® franchise.When Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies discover a mysterious tent filled with captivating paintings, they are suddenly transported to a series of...

Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.5%, Platformer 23.2%, Co-op 9.9%, Adventure 7.2%, 4 Player Local 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers fluid, high-speed platforming and cooperative gameplay that matches the frantic energy of BADLAND's levels.

Three Heroes make their way through dangers untold in a fairytale world, featuring physics-based puzzles, beautiful sights and online co-op.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.8%, Platformer 17.8%, Puzzle Platformer 16.4%, Co-op 13.4%, Adventure 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines physics-based puzzle-solving with beautiful 2D environments and cooperative character abilities.

Experience the epic journey of Nuna and Fox as they search for the source of an eternal blizzard that threatens the survival of everything they have ever known.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.6%, Platformer 15.7%, Co-op 6.9%, Indie 6.8%, Puzzle Platformer 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, story-driven puzzle-platformer that emphasizes cooperative interaction in a harsh environment.

N++ is a fast-paced, momentum-based platformer about darting around obstacles, narrowly evading enemies and collecting gold in a beautiful minimalist landscape.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.7%, Difficult 14.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.8%, Platformer 10.7%, Puzzle Platformer 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, momentum-based platformer that focuses on precise physics and challenging, trap-filled level design.

Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a roguelike classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.3%, Platformer 17%, Co-op 13.6%, Difficult 13.4%, 4 Player Local 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult, physics-driven platformer that rewards exploration and mastery of environmental hazards.

A puzzle platformer with a new twist on co-op and single player gameplay. Solve puzzles, platforming challenges, and encounter dangerous monsters and traps that require you to KILL and resurrect your brother to advance! Death is just part of the adventure.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 17.7%, Platformer 12.2%, Difficult 11.5%, Puzzle Platformer 11.4%, Side Scroller 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging cooperative puzzle-platformer where players must use death and resurrection mechanics to progress.

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 23.7%, Platformer 16.3%, Adventure 15.1%, Atmospheric 12.7%, Puzzle 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: Captures a similar dark, atmospheric tone while focusing on side-scrolling navigation and environmental puzzles.

DYO is a mind-bending cooperative platformer for one or two players where you can hop between two halves of a split screen.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 31.6%, Co-op 13.5%, Platformer 12.1%, Puzzle Platformer 11.7%, Multiplayer 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A creative cooperative puzzle-platformer where players manipulate the screen layout to navigate obstacles.

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: Puzzle 21.3%, Platformer 20.7%, Puzzle Platformer 15.8%, Atmospheric 11.3%, Indie 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cerebral puzzle-platformer that utilizes a cloning mechanic, echoing the core gameplay loop of BADLAND.

Annihilate an evil penguin regime in this cinematic platform adventure game offering full solo and co-op campaigns.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.4%, Platformer 13.3%, Co-op 11.1%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Side Scroller 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-adventure platformer with a distinct visual style and cooperative gameplay elements.

Guide a group of rectangles through 120 levels, using their different skills together to overcome a series of obstacles in each environment. Discover the human-made story of the first sentient artificial intelligences with Danny Wallace’s BAFTA-winning narration.

Why similar: Platformer 28%, Puzzle Platformer 21.5%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2D 11.2%, Atmospheric 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist platformer that uses physics and unique character movement to tell an engaging story.

You are stranded on a strange and peculiar planet. It’s time to embark on your journey and find your way home! Explore a gravity defying and challenging platformer with striking visuals and a captivating story that transports you to a world beyond ours.

Why similar: Platformer 19.8%, Puzzle Platformer 18.9%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Adventure 10.3%, Indie 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer featuring gravity-based mechanics and a unique, whimsical art style.

Moo Lander is a 2D action-adventure RPG with metroidvania elements featuring an epic plot, mighty cow bosses, beautiful environments, clever puzzles, and lots of milk!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.5%, Co-op 12.3%, Multiplayer 11.8%, 4 Player Local 11.4%, Adventure 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-adventure game with a focus on exploration and unique physics-based movement.

Assemble your team of three from seven unlikely adventurers, then descend into the mysterious depths to explore The Cave!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.9%, Platformer 19.7%, Adventure 13.9%, Puzzle 8.8%, Co-op 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A character-swapping puzzle-platformer that encourages exploration and cooperative problem-solving.

Spelunky is a unique platformer with randomized levels that offer a challenging new experience each time you play. Journey deep underground and explore fantastic places filled with all manner of monsters, traps, and treasure.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.4%, Platformer 27.6%, Difficult 14.9%, Indie 7.8%, 2D 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational difficult platformer that emphasizes physics-based interactions and emergent gameplay.

“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.

Why similar: Platformer 32.2%, Difficult 14.7%, Atmospheric 13.3%, Adventure 11.8%, 2D 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features stunning atmospheric visuals and fluid, high-stakes platforming mechanics.

A challenging puzzle platformer inspired by games like Limbo and Badland.

Why similar: Platformer 18.9%, Adventure 12.7%, Puzzle Platformer 11.6%, Indie 11.5%, Side Scroller 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric puzzle-platformer that draws heavy inspiration from the Limbo style of gameplay.

Abathor is a challenging 2D action platformer for solo play or up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Golden Axe, Rastan, and Castlevania IV. Traverse Atlantis, battle demons, and defeat vicious bosses to save your progress! Enjoy an amazing OST from classic-era musicians!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.7%, Platformer 16.1%, Difficult 11.2%, Co-op 9.3%, Multiplayer 8.9%

Embark on a thrilling co-op adventure in 'Brave Escape,' a challenging platformer demanding teamwork to conquer perilous traps and treacherous terrain.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.1%, Co-op 12.5%, Difficult 12.2%, Platformer 11.6%, Multiplayer 9.5%

Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 34.2%, Multiplayer 13.8%, Platformer 9.3%, Difficult 9.3%, Co-op 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action platformer that offers cooperative play and high replayability through its roguelike elements.

Play Abathor Atlantis Landing and relive the glory of arcades in this action platformer for up to 4 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.8%, Platformer 12.9%, Difficult 10.3%, Co-op 9.7%, Multiplayer 9.2%

VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?

Why similar: Platformer 38.5%, Difficult 26%, Indie 13.3%, 2D 10.3%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult, gravity-flipping platformer that focuses on tight, momentum-based movement.

FORCED is a challenging 1-4-player game with co-op at its heart! A mix of tactical arcade action, RPG elements and puzzles will forge you and your friends together. As slaves in the toughest gladiator school of them all, you will face a plethora of unique trials - designed to be your death!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.7%, Co-op 14.2%, Multiplayer 10.1%, Difficult 9.9%, 4 Player Local 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative action-RPG that relies on tactical movement and environmental puzzle-solving.

Guide two brothers on an epic fairy tale journey from visionary Swedish film director, Josef Fares and top-tier developer Starbreeze Studios. Control both brothers at once as you experience co-op play in single player mode, like never before.

Why similar: Adventure 24.5%, Local Co-Op 19.3%, Atmospheric 14%, Puzzle 11.4%, Indie 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A unique cooperative experience that uses a single controller to manage two characters in a puzzle-filled world.

This is the original version of Braid from 2009, which may not work well on newer systems. For an updated version of the game with nicer graphics, more levels and a large amount of developer commentary, see Braid, Anniversary Edition.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 36.4%, Platformer 23.7%, Puzzle 12.7%, Indie 8.9%, Difficult 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic puzzle-platformer that uses time manipulation to solve intricate environmental challenges.

When Blobolonia is threatened by an evil Emperor, the blob comes to Earth looking for help. Instead, he finds a young boy. Help the blob dethrone the evil Emperor that's terrorizing Blobolonia and establish a friendship with the blob that will last a lifetime.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.7%, Platformer 24.4%, Adventure 21.9%, Puzzle 12.5%, 2D 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming puzzle-platformer that relies on cooperative interaction between the player and a shape-shifting companion.

Trap enemies in giant balls, kick them into massive combos and clear the screen. Travel the world, unlock characters, play co-op, or embrace Action Roguelike Chaos Mode.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.3%, Platformer 14.2%, Co-op 13.6%, Difficult 12.9%, Multiplayer 11%

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: Local Co-Op 30.5%, Platformer 16.6%, Difficult 13.7%, Co-op 10%, 2D 6.7%

Bloody Trapland is a fast-paced multiplayer platformer where the levels are filled with dozens of dangerous traps and tricky jumps that stand in your way! Play co-op with your friends or take on the challenges on your own. With support for up to 4 players at once, local and/or online.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 31.8%, Multiplayer 12.1%, Platformer 9.6%, Difficult 9%, Puzzle Platformer 8.4%

Take on the hard yet fair world of Bloody Trapland. Jump, slide, dash and dodge your way through the many deadly levels. Find secrets, solve puzzles, unlock mysteries and unravel the story. Go at it alone or bring your friends along for a co-op experience like no other. 1-4 players online and/or splitscreen.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.5%, Co-op 15%, 4 Player Local 11%, Platformer 10.5%, Multiplayer 10.5%

The award winning arcade platformer! Race to climb falling blocks as you dodge lava, dragons, and space chickens? Fast-paced retro goodness!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 54.3%, Platformer 19.5%, Indie 13.7%, Action 12.4%

PICO PARK is a cooperative local/online multiplay action puzzle game for 2-8 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.8%, Multiplayer 20%, Co-op 13.4%, Puzzle Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 7.4%

An award-winning anti-platformer where destruction is the only way to move. Mold yourself into any form by destroying your cells, and traverse a devastated landscape filled with brain-twisting puzzles and bizarre mutations. Are you ready to break the mold?

Why similar: Platformer 22.4%, Puzzle Platformer 16%, Adventure 13.5%, Indie 11.8%, Puzzle 11.5%

The definitive version of the smash-hit Metroidvania-style action-platformer, Guacamelee! STCE adds new levels, powers, challenges, and refinements to the sprawling, ridiculous, Mexican-inspired adventure of the original Guacamelee! Gold Edition.

Why similar: Platformer 58.3%, 2D 27.3%, Local Co-Op 5.3%, Co-op 1.7%, Difficult 1.7%

Pikuniku is an absurdly wonderful puzzle-exploration game that takes place in a strange but playful world where not everything is as happy as it seems. Help peculiar characters overcome struggles, uncover a deep state conspiracy, and start a little revolution in this delightful dystopian adventure!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.3%, Co-op 15.7%, Multiplayer 15.4%, Platformer 9.7%, Adventure 8.3%

Puzzling Action for One or Two Players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23%, Co-op 12.9%, Difficult 11.6%, Puzzle Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 11.4%

A cosmic turbulence caused the 2D Platformer and the Top-Down Puzzler dimensions to merge! Switch between Toodee and Topdee and their unique perspectives to overcome hard-as-nails challenges, solve mind-melting puzzles and defeat huge bosses.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.9%, Difficult 11.2%, Platformer 11.2%, Puzzle Platformer 11.1%, Side Scroller 8%

Revenge will consume you, but redemption will push you to your breaking point.Play as Dusty, a multi- weapon wielding warrior ready to face loads of outlawed criminals, dangerous creatures and the ruthless evil villain that rules them all.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 36%, Platformer 17.2%, Co-op 16.2%, Action 12.7%, 2D 7.1%

A platform game so difficult and at the same time, so addictive that you will enjoy having to repeat a levels dozens of times until complete them.

Why similar: Platformer 24.2%, Indie 23.3%, Difficult 18.1%, Adventure 16.1%, Action 14.4%

Take control of Mace in this local co-op side scrolling platform shooter as you travel from assignment to assignment taking on enemy bots and dangerous bosses on different planets.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 17.9%, Platformer 12.7%, Difficult 11.8%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Co-op 9%

Extreme Exorcism is a paranormal platformer where every move you make comes back to haunt you.

Why similar: Platformer 19.6%, Co-op 16.1%, Indie 15.2%, Multiplayer 13.7%, Adventure 12.5%

PICO PARK is back with all new levels! Play with 2-8 players locally or online in this co-op action-puzzle game!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.9%, Multiplayer 16.7%, Co-op 14.9%, Platformer 13.1%, Local Multiplayer 9%

Join Shaun the Sheep and his friends Timmy and Shirley on this epic adventure journeying through caverns, the busy streets of London and through outer space all in search of the green grass of home. Now with new multiplayer modes, controller support, widescreen graphics and much, much more!

Why similar: Puzzle 19.4%, Platformer 19.3%, Adventure 16.4%, Indie 15.8%, Multiplayer 14.8%

The best-selling Trine series returns to the magic of 2.5D! Join three iconic heroes as they set off on a quest through fantastical fairytale landscapes to save the world from the Nightmare Prince’s shadows.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.6%, Puzzle Platformer 12.9%, Co-op 11.8%, Platformer 10.1%, Multiplayer 9.7%

Anima Flux is a co-op metroidvania with two genetically enhanced soldiers, special agents of a theocratic dictatorial regime. Fight your way through swarms of mutants through a desolate, dystopian space city and save humanity's last stronghold, if, of course, anyone is still alive...

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.7%, Platformer 12.9%, Difficult 11.6%, Co-op 11.2%, Adventure 9.6%

Return to the indie classic Teslagrad, recharged to provide the ultimate electromagnetic experience! Escape a tyrant king, master the art of Teslamancy, and uncover the secrets buried deep within the Tesla Tower in this puzzle-platforming adventure!

Why similar: Platformer 21.6%, Puzzle Platformer 17.2%, Adventure 12.1%, Puzzle 10.6%, Side Scroller 10.2%

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: Local Co-Op 38.4%, Platformer 28.2%, Action 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 7.8%, Co-op 7.4%

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: Platformer 28.2%, Puzzle Platformer 27.4%, Puzzle 13.6%, 2D 12.1%, Action 8.9%

PICO PARK:Classic Edition is a cooperative local/online multiplay action puzzle game for 2-10 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 37.5%, Multiplayer 29.7%, Co-op 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.3%, Indie 4.7%

Two unique characters and a total of 4 islands and 16 levels to explore, Tobe's Vertical Adventure shall bring you back to the 16-bit era.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 43.7%, Platformer 17.2%, Adventure 15.4%, Indie 12.5%, Action 11.2%

Story of a Father who is in search of his son who has fallen in a cave. You play as Father and fight with monsters,ghosts and deadly animals to save your son. This game has also local multiplayer which can be played upto four players.

Why similar: Adventure 16.9%, Platformer 15.2%, Indie 13.1%, Action 12.7%, 4 Player Local 10.4%

The original Coq of War returns in a glorious explosion of finger-licking fun; with enhanced controls, new upgrade systems, a full single player campaign in “Part 1: The Cockup” with full VO and OST - and a 1- 4 player campaign in “Part 2: The Rescue” with procedurally generated maps.

Why similar: Platformer 28.5%, Adventure 22.4%, Action 19.4%, Indie 18.1%, 2D 11.6%

Trine 3: The Artifacts of Power is a platforming game of action, puzzles and adventure, and the sequel to the award winning Trine and Trine 2. Reunite with the three heroes in an all-new adventure, now for the first time in full 3D!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.6%, Puzzle Platformer 15%, Co-op 12.9%, Platformer 10.3%, Multiplayer 8.3%