Games Like Best Buds vs Bad Guys

In this pixel-perfect homage to the classic action platformers, you play as Sydney Hunter - an explorer who gets trapped inside a Mayan pyramid while he's out exploring!

Why similar: Platformer 14.8%, Retro 12.2%, Metroidvania 12%, Action 11.7%, Adventure 8.6%

A bite-sized, 8-bit style run-and-gun inspired by Saturday morning cartoons of the 80s!

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.3%, Retro 15%, Platformer 13.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, Shooter 11%

Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 16.8%, Platformer 15.3%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Retro 13%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

Super Catboy is an action-packed platformer created in a high-bit pixel art style, combining the best elements of the golden 16-bit platformer era of the 90s with some ‘pawsome’ new mechanics! And let’s not forget; there’s plenty of CAT CONTENT!

Why similar: Side Scroller 13.3%, Platformer 11.3%, Retro 10.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.4%, Shooter 10.1%

Charlie II is a classic side-scrolling platform game. Run through levels, collect coins, diamonds and other power ups. Jump on top of enemies to defeat them. Dive into the water to find hidden areas!

Why similar: Platformer 30.6%, Retro 18.7%, Action 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Adventure 9.6%

Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!

Why similar: Metroidvania 17.3%, Platformer 12.1%, Retro 10.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.7%, Side Scroller 9.3%

Rediscover this great Metroidvania game in a brand new version with a lot of features and improvements! Run in a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Platformer 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Retro 8.4%, Action 7.1%

Beholgar is a classically styled metroidvania action adventure. Explore caverns, ancient woods, and deadly castles; battle creatures and solve ancient mysteries at the kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Platformer 16.3%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Arcade 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

Arsonist Heaven is a retro-styled action platformer where you as a mercenary equipped with a jetpack and flamethrower will incinerate mutants in dangerous locations.

Why similar: Platformer 17.1%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Arcade 11.1%, Retro 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

This is a horizontal shooter game. The story takes place in a city infected by "coal", where most people have become coal zombies. When the government learned of the great changes in the city, it sent two elite soldiers to investigate the situation.

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.9%, Platformer 15.8%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 11.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.1%

Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.

Why similar: Platformer 14.5%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Arcade 11.4%, Shooter 10.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.7%

Albert’s Journey is a 2d platformer adventure game with a pixel art look.

Why similar: Metroidvania 20.2%, Platformer 16.2%, Retro 14.4%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Mishaka is an ordinary mouse with extraordinary courage. Upon learning of the cheese theft, he decides to take gun into his own paws and reclaim the lost delicacies. Throughout his adventure, Mishaka will encounter dangers, traps, and a multitude of enemies — from cunning rats to giant predators.

Why similar: Metroidvania 15.3%, Platformer 15%, Side Scroller 14%, Arcade 11.7%, Shooter 10.6%

Fly through the sky! Rain down fire on the enemy forces from above! Enjoy solid combat and simple non-linear exploration in this high flying side-scrolling action shooter!

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.9%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Platformer 13.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.4%, Shooter 9.2%

Gun Crazy is a fast paced and hectic arcade style action shoot em’ up sporting old school pixel art and a retro sound track.

Why similar: Platformer 14.7%, Retro 12.5%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Shooter 9.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.5%

Bobby from Team HOT GUNS has a job to locate and secure the legendary Money Tree.

Why similar: Platformer 15.4%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Retro 12.5%, Action 11.5%

"Little Droid 2: Escape" is a classic 2D (Metroidvania) side-scrolling pixel art adventure where you need to find a way to escape a mysterious planet.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.6%, Platformer 17.6%, Arcade 13.7%, Retro 11%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Battle Princess Madelyn is a game that follows the journey of a young knight in training, Madelyn, and her ghostly pet dog, Fritzy. Join them as they set out on a journey to save her kingdom and her family from the clutches of an evil wizard!

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.8%, Platformer 17.5%, Retro 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Action 9.5%

In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.5%, Retro 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Platformer 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

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: Metroidvania 23.8%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Platformer 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, 2D Platformer 6.9%

Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!

Why similar: Platformer 22.3%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Retro 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Old School 6.4%

Blow your enemies up with their own bombs in this explosive 2D action platformer! Catch the deadly plushies' bombs in time to throw them right back to the sender! Will you uncover the cute fluffy toys' origins?

Why similar: Platformer 21.3%, Side Scroller 20.8%, Retro 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Action 6.7%

Frenetic action and LCD aesthetic! In this 2D Shoot 'Em Up, switch between a robot hero and his benign tumor to stop a bizarre cult. You have 8 hours to save humanity's memory: defeat grotesque bosses, ride the skies on your Future Board, and master the chaos in a retro-futuristic Tokyo.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Retro 13.4%, Arcade 12.7%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Arcanion: Tale of Magi is a retro-style platformer that tells the story of a fledgling warrior Magi, and she and her allies must recover a book from a thief who seeks to use its powers to carry out his revenge.

Why similar: Platformer 18.8%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 10.6%, Retro 9.1%

Volchaos is an ultra-challenging old school platformer.

Why similar: Platformer 22.3%, Side Scroller 20.8%, Retro 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Action 8.2%

Speedollama is a fast platformer shooter that sets a new benchmark for speed in the genre. Bursting with quirky humor and vibrant pixelated carnage, this game is not for the faint of heart. Are you ready to embrace the chaos and prove your skills?

Why similar: Metroidvania 16%, Platformer 13.6%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Shooter 10.2%

Metaloid: Origin is an fast-paced gun’n'run 2D platformer. Take on the role of one out of three android warrior's known as “Predator” and dash through 9 different levels in order to save their planet from an robot army led by Lucian Corp, whom invade their planet and exploit the planetary resources to fuel their galactic war efforts.

Why similar: Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Action 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Retro 9.7%

Slayer Cat is a classic action shooter game that combines hand-drawn drawings with classic gameplay. Inspired by games like Contra, Doom, and Cuphead. Play as The Slayer Cat as you traverse strange places on an enemy planet, and discover and discover the mysteries of this place!

Why similar: Platformer 15.6%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 12%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%

2D Owen is an arcade platformer in which you can explore 8 different worlds & experience a lot of adventures. Run, swim, use Jetpack, Pogo Stick, Hang Glider, Cart, Jump Ball & other things.

Why similar: Platformer 19.8%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Shooter 14.7%, Arcade 12.8%, Action 10.6%

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: Metroidvania 23.3%, Platformer 15.6%, Retro 14%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9%

There isn't anything better than punching things in 8-bit that will end up leaving you with RAW FISTS! *Warning, this game contains old school difficulty* (Blowing in the cartridge is not required.)

Why similar: Platformer 16.3%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Arcade 13.1%, Shooter 12.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.6%

Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

Fight for your life in this state-of-the-art 8-bit platformer!

Why similar: Metroidvania 15.7%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Platformer 13.8%, Retro 13.2%, Shooter 10.2%

A huge hand-crafted world packed with 13 unique bosses, a gripping story, and tons of enemies, Spaceport Hope is the ultimate test of gaming prowess.

Why similar: Platformer 21.5%, Metroidvania 20.3%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Indie 9.5%, Retro 8.1%

Take on a howling challenge in Full Moon Rush! This classic shoot 'em up is a bullet hell masterpiece with a boss rush twist. With 15 epic battles and old-school graphics, you'll need expert shooting skills to survive. Customizable health and Assist Mode make it accessible to all.

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, Platformer 12.5%, Shooter 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

The most secure prison facility in the country is under attack ... The city mayor called personally and asked you to take care of this problem.

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.7%, Platformer 17.7%, Action 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%

After Death is a platform / exploration game in a dark and hostile world. With the help from lost souls, you will have to find a way to open a gate which seems to be the only exit from this mysterious world infected by monsters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.9%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Platformer 11.1%, Retro 10.9%, Action 7.9%

Awakened Evil is an action platformer inspired by the classics. Jump and slash your way through intense linear stages that will put your skills to the test. Do you have what it takes to slay all the bosses, and take on evil itself?

Why similar: Platformer 19.1%, Retro 16.3%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Action 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Hop into a Game Boy inspired metroidvania adventure! Explore a huge and open dungeon and find ability upgrades to help you in your quest! Can you survive the tiny dangerous dungeons and find the presumably huge treasure?

Why similar: Metroidvania 16.7%, Platformer 15.4%, Retro 13.3%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

The Angry Video Game Nerd is back in 8-bits! Battle through frantic platforming levels, defeat classic AVGN bosses, and save all of gaming, or test your skills in Endless Challenge mode!

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.7%, Platformer 18.1%, Arcade 12.4%, 2D Platformer 9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

Set approximately 1 year after the events of the first game, Panzer returns to his role as Raid Leader of the Zergadins. The old team has been "recruited", an all-new state-of-the-art headquarters built, and a world of adventure awaits!

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.7%, Platformer 18.2%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Action 10.5%, 2D Platformer 8.2%

Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 14%, Retro 10.6%

Lock and load for chaotic, fast-paced action in Gunslugs! Battle the evil Black Duck Army across wild, procedurally generated levels packed with explosions, jetpacks, chicken guns, and rogue-like permadeath. Unlock heroes, conquer bizarre worlds, and fight your way to the gates of Hell!

Why similar: Platformer 16.1%, Retro 14%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Shooter 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%

A game about saving a dying planet.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.8%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Platformer 12.6%, Retro 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

In this side-scrolling fantasy game, originally released in 1987, take on the role of a lone hero, fighting to defeat an evil warlock. Utilise a wide range of magical spells. Collect experience points to upgrade your character, until you are ready to face Zahgrim!

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.1%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Retro 12.8%, Platformer 11.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 11%

Freddy's daughter has been kidnapped by an evil dragon. To rescue her, he must cross the entire kingdom taking some ingredients with which to make a magic potion, but it won't be easy, they must be collected in a specific order and Freddy will have to overcome the dangers he finds in his path.

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.1%, Retro 17.5%, Arcade 16.2%, Platformer 15.2%, 2D Platformer 8.7%

Explore the mysterious and beautiful planet Gomi on foot or with your spaceship in this action packed platformer and space shooter hybrid. Your mission is simple, retrieve A.N.N.E and escape.

Why similar: Metroidvania 18%, Platformer 12.9%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.4%, Action 8.6%

Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Retro 14.5%, Arcade 13.5%, Platformer 7.5%

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: Shooter 13.7%, Platformer 12.8%, Retro 12.1%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

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 26.6%, Retro 20.2%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Action 12.7%

The Incredible Friends - Crazy platformer shooter where players must destroy all the dead at unusual levels

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.2%, Platformer 19%, Arcade 13.2%, Action 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

Chop is dish-2d-dimensional platformer, where you conroll an angry master-chef who was lost piece of meat-it was stolen. Looking in the root of their troubles hero plunges into the mysterious world of strange creatures, which is fraught with many traps and dangers.

Why similar: Platformer 19.1%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Action 13.6%, Retro 12.8%, Adventure 10.3%

In a world devastated by machines, humanity places its last hope in a warrior equipped with special armor. Explore intense stages, face challenging bosses, and fight to reclaim what remains of the planet.

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Arcade 13.9%, Platformer 12%, Action 9.3%

Retro action "save-them-all" platformer including advanced physics combined with an unique retro feel. Complete rescue missions leading your colleagues to the closest base station. Fight enemies using your laser gun, jet pack, destroy terrain and even make new paths with the ground maker.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.6%, Retro 20.5%, Arcade 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Action 8.2%

An adventure game with focus on acrobatics and discovering secrets. Classic platformer gameplay in the spirit of the 8-bit era games.

Why similar: Retro 22.3%, Platformer 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Arcade 12.4%, 2D Platformer 10.5%

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

Why similar: Platformer 15.4%, Retro 14.6%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Arcade 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%

Fight against a sect planning terrorist attacks in this side-scrolling shooter.

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.1%, Platformer 16.4%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

NARWHAR Project Hornwhale - the ray themed roaming 16-bit style action shmup.

Why similar: Side Scroller 16.4%, Retro 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Action 13%, Arcade 10.4%

Infinite Game Cartridge Collection is a dynamic collection showcasing a growing array of small games born from game jams, unreleased projects, demos, and experimental creations.

Why similar: Platformer 16.6%, Arcade 13.7%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Shooter 10.9%, Action 10.5%

In the year 2,000,000,009, a team of bounty hunters infiltrates a massive facility swarming with hostile AI. Can they find Zurd?

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Retro 16.1%, Arcade 12.2%, Platformer 10.2%