- #1 Sokowand
97% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: TheHolyFurry
Windows
Sokowand is a top-down puzzle game which fuses sokoban-inspired puzzles with a magical floor that can be ripped out. Need to cross a gap? Use the floor next to you! Push boxes to open doors, manipulate signals, redirect laser by rotating mirrors and rewire entire floors full of electricity.
Why similar: Sokoban 42% ★, Puzzle Platformer 23.5%, Retro 12.5%, 1990's 9.1%, Platformer 4.9%
- #2 Pixel Boy - Lost in the Castle
96% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Appsgears
Windows · Mac
2D puzzle game in pixel art graphics. Solve almost 100 levels. No time limit, no enemies. Just fun.
Why similar: Sokoban 37.4% ★, Puzzle Platformer 18.2%, 1990's 14.1%, Retro 10.2%, Top-Down 8.1%
- #3 Ells Tales: Chicken
96% matchVery Positive85% of 66 reviews2024
Dev: Ells&Pills
Windows
Welcome to the survival horror sokoban! Make your way through the maze of puzzles and try to save the chicken's life.
Why similar: Sokoban 43.4% ★, Puzzle Platformer 18.4%, 1990's 15.2%, Retro 13.7%, Platformer 8.7%
- #4 Ornate Machina: The Thousand Trials
95% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2025
Dev: 大隆盛工作室
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ornate Machina: The Thousand Trials is a 2D puzzle game where you play as a stealthy infiltrator. Solve intricate mechanisms, test your logic, and navigate the secret trials of the Ministry of Mechanical Works to reach the final goal!
Why similar: Sokoban 36.8% ★, Education 32.3%, Retro 10.3%, Exploration 7.9%, Funny 4.8%
- #5 Recycle Quest
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Adamm Game DevPub: Gigantig G
Windows
Recycle Quest is a Sokoban puzzle game where you control Jake to help cleaning the city
Why similar: Sokoban 50% ★, Education 30.8%, Linear 8.5%, Top-Down 6.5%, 2D 3.1%
- #6 Droplet: States of Matter
94% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: Krayfish Entertainment
Windows
Change between the different states of matter in this 3D platforming adventure!
Why similar: Education 43.5%, Puzzle Platformer 25.4%, Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Action 3.1%
- #7 UNBOXING: 1-BIT PARADOX
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: alwaystired44
Windows · Linux
Your death is the best tool you have. Throw yourself into spikes, pile up your own bodies, and use your remains and your companion box to solve logic puzzles. Break the loop in a 1-bit paradox where you have to die to survive.
Why similar: Sokoban 42.6% ★, Puzzle Platformer 18.5%, Platformer 12.9%, Retro 11.8%, Linear 7.2%
- #8 math is hard
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Paziowsky
Windows
math is hard! or is it? Push, calculate and solve your way through challenging Sokoban-style puzzles. Strategically manipulate numbered blocks and operators to reach the target value and clear the level. Are you up for the challenge?
Why similar: Education 30.5%, Sokoban 30.4% ★, Retro 16%, Top-Down 8.1%, Linear 5.8%
- #9 Tomb Towers
91% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2019
Dev: Mosaique Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The necromancer is hiding in a locked tomb tower. Solve puzzles, acquire keys and open doors until you catch-up to him.
Why similar: Sokoban 33.2% ★, Puzzle Platformer 20.7%, Retro 15.1%, Platformer 11.7%, Action 6.6%
- #10 MazezaM - Puzzle Game
91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: eSolutionsPub: eSolutions Nordic AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
The game builds on the concept of Sokoban puzzles, where objects need to be moved to reach the exit.
Why similar: Sokoban 46.6% ★, Puzzle Platformer 23.4%, Platformer 12.6%, Top-Down 10.2%, Retro 3.6%
- #11 Me && MORY
90% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: Pixleaves
Windows
Me && MORY is a cryptic and minimalist puzzle game. Help MORY run its query: gather sticky Data from the Past and restore it for the next new world!
Why similar: Sokoban 40.4% ★, 1990's 24%, Retro 15.7%, Top-Down 9.6%, Linear 6%
- #12 Button Button Up!
89% matchVery Positive95% of 181 reviews2019
Dev: Centrosphere GamesPub: Kunpan Games
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%
"Button Button Up!" is a platformer party game. Players need to use limited resources to help their partner passing different laser obstacles. The bros are going share their weal and woe to complete a fantastic adventure by the lead of Mr. Bunny.
Why similar: Sokoban 39.2% ★, Puzzle Platformer 19.1%, 1990's 12.4%, Platformer 9.3%, Funny 7.6%
- #13 ORPHEUS: TO HELL AND BACK
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: StudioLoadingPub: Alunite,Inc.
Windows
Orpheus: To Hell and Back is a mesmerizing action-puzzle game that brings the timeless myth of Orpheus and Eurydice to life in the palm of your hands, 80's chibi-anime style!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.2%, 1990's 23.3%, Retro 20.1%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Top-Down 3.5%
- #14 Dadish
88% matchVery Positive93% of 279 reviews2021
Dev: Thomas K. Young
Windows
Explore an exciting world, face off with fast-food themed foes, and reunite Dadish with his missing children in this challenging platforming adventure.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 32.2%, Retro 19.2%, 1990's 14.4%, Platformer 14.3%, Funny 9.4%
- #15 Super Blockbuster
87% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Pikselit Games
Windows
Super Blockbuster is a retro action-puzzle game. Kick blocks to solve tricky puzzles and take on a diverse cast of enemies, all in gorgeous pixel art, inspired by the golden age of 2D puzzle games.
Why similar: Sokoban 44% ★, Retro 13.8%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Top-Down 9.9%, Multiple Endings 9%
- #16 UltraNothing
86% matchVery Positive96% of 51 reviews2024
Dev: SnorillakaPub: Mustard Friendly
Windows
Nothing to See Here... 2D Puzzle Strategy (not RPG) Platformer.
Why similar: Sokoban 47.9% ★, Puzzle Platformer 23%, Platformer 14.7%, Retro 7.4%, 2D 3.4%
- #17 Calmie Dots
86% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: CuteKateStudio
Windows
Calmie Dots is a new take on the classic puzzle game. Relax, don't rush anywhere and just put all the spheres in the right places to pleasant, relaxing music!
Why similar: Sokoban 54.2% ★, Education 28%, Puzzle Platformer 16.8%, Indie 0.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #18 Snake Pit
85% matchPositive97% of 35 reviews2021
Dev: MisteryJay89
Windows
"Snake Pit" is a Puzzle Game with a simple but incredibly Fun Gameplay. Help the little Caveman escape the Snakes and defeat Medusa.
Why similar: Sokoban 37.8% ★, 1990's 17.6%, Puzzle Platformer 14.3%, Retro 13.9%, Linear 6.5%
- #19 UnDo
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team_UnDo
Windows
UnDo is a box-pushing puzzle game where you place boxes on target tiles using mechanics tied to Undo. To clear a stage, you must consider not only walls and boxes, but also the order of actions and how the mechanics interact.
Why similar: Sokoban 66.6% ★, Retro 15.2%, Linear 7.7%, 2D 4.6%, Adventure 3.7%
- #20 Once Upon a Time
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Weasel Studio
Windows
Step into the shoes of Jaś, an ordinary boy who suddenly finds himself in a magical land filled with Polish legends and myths. The power over this world has fallen into the hands of the sinister Master Twardowski, and the land is sinking into chaos.
Why similar: Education 38.4%, Puzzle Platformer 17%, Platformer 14.7%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Exploration 7.5%
- #21 Push the Box - Puzzle Game
83% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: eSolutionsPub: eSolutions Nordic AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
"Push the Box" is a classic puzzle game invented in Japan (also known as "Sokoban"). The objective of the game is to push boxes into their correct position.
Why similar: Sokoban 46.5% ★, Puzzle Platformer 23.5%, Platformer 12.7%, Top-Down 10.5%, Retro 3.4%
- #22 Square Brothers
82% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: 9RatonesPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Two bandit brothers, One epic heist! Solve spatial challenges and steal shiny treasures on this brand new Megadrive game.
Why similar: 1990's 37.3%, Puzzle Platformer 26%, Retro 20.4%, Platformer 10.4%, 2D 2.6%
- #23 The Giraffe World
82% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: Quentin Delvallet
Windows
Oh no! An evil person has scattered all of the Giraffe's hats, can you help the Giraffe collect them all?
Why similar: Sokoban 51% ★, Puzzle Platformer 28.6%, Top-Down 9.1%, Adventure 5.7%, 2D 4.2%
- #24 Kubikon 3D
81% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: KUBI Games
Windows
Cubes, cubes, cubes... Cubes everywhere. Whether you're in the mood to challenge your brain or just relax, Kubikon is here for you!
Why similar: Sokoban 43.2% ★, Education 30.1%, Top-Down 10.7%, 1990's 9.7%, Retro 6.3%
- #25 Milo's Quest
81% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2020
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A mini zelda-like 2D top-down puzzle/adventure game about a dog, bones and a lot of ghosts!
Why similar: Sokoban 37.2% ★, 1990's 17.4%, Top-Down 11.5%, Retro 11.4%, Action-Adventure 9%
- #26 PIPI IS YOU
80% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: 微云
Windows
PIPI IS YOU IS a platform box-pushing game that solves puzzles by firing bullets to push boxes and changing the rules of the scene, completing levels with smooth, multi-stage jumps.
Why similar: Sokoban 61.1% ★, Puzzle Platformer 24.9%, Platformer 7.3%, Action 2.5%, 2D 2%
- #27 Trials of Liberation
79% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: AdrianTB
Windows
Imprisoned by the king, you must earn your freedom by completing his puzzle trials. A top-down 2D puzzle game focused on logic, planning, limited items, and clever solutions.
Why similar: Sokoban 37.1% ★, Puzzle Platformer 26.7%, Top-Down 12.8%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Linear 6.8%
- #28 DOUBLE INVASION!!
79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Goose Ladder Games
Windows
Push blocks. Shoot germs. Heal your body.
Why similar: Sokoban 47.8% ★, 1990's 13.5%, Retro 11.6%, Multiple Endings 10.7%, Top-Down 9.8%
- #29 Voltage Box
78% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: OKCITY
Windows
Voltage Box is a challenging puzzle game where players must overcome obstacles to activate a set number of switches in each level. For those who love a challenge, try activating all the switches and collecting all stars in each level to achieve a perfect score.
Why similar: Sokoban 53.2% ★, Puzzle Platformer 24.5%, Platformer 11.2%, Top-Down 8.1%, 2D 2.6%
- #30 Flags of Doom REVAMPED
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Michael DeGrootPub: Duckbill ProDucktions
Windows
Can you save Planet Happyville from the Evil Space Fish? Probably not... but maybe it's worth a try.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.9%, 1990's 21.8%, Platformer 17.1%, Multiple Endings 8.6%, Retro 7.8%
- #31 Wark & Wimble
78% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Porble Games
Windows
Eat food, hatch eggs and solve puzzles in this 2D puzzle game. Use the characters to arrange objects while avoiding deadly traps and enemies.
Why similar: Sokoban 47.1% ★, Puzzle Platformer 23.6%, Top-Down 11.4%, Funny 9.7%, 2D 3.8%
- #32 Ducks in a Row
76% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Goofy Gourd Studios
Windows · Linux
Help Mama Duck navigate parks, factories, and more in this super cute puzzler, and bring all her baby ducks home!
Why similar: Sokoban 58.5% ★, Retro 15.1%, 1990's 11.8%, Top-Down 9.2%, 2D 4.3%
- #33 Non-Euclidean Minesweeper
75% matchPositive97% of 33 reviews2024
Dev: CTRL Studio
Windows · Linux
Touch interface has been supported! Non-Euclidean Minesweeper is a minesweeper game played in hyperbolic and Euclidean spaces. All the problems are absolutely solvable by logic alone. No guessing is required.
Why similar: Education 46.8%, Retro 23.7%, 1990's 14.7%, Top-Down 8.1%, 2D 2.6%
- #34 Mina & Michi
77% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A 2D top-down puzzle/adventure game about friendship featuring 2 players local co-op.
Why similar: Sokoban 47.8% ★, Top-Down 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Funny 10.5%, Retro 8.7%
- #35 Wired
76% matchVery Positive93% of 110 reviews2018
Dev: University of Cambridge Engineering Department
Windows · Mac
Wire up electrical circuits and make your way through a derelict building to keep your appointment with a mysterious professor who lives at the top.
Why similar: Education 59.4%, Puzzle Platformer 36.8%, Indie 3.8%
- #36 Juiced!
75% matchVery Positive94% of 152 reviews2020
Dev: Timothy van der Hoeven
Windows · Mac
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: Puzzle Platformer 23.5%, 1990's 19.5%, Retro 14.2%, Platformer 12.5%, Action-Adventure 9.6%
- #37 Golden Arrow
74% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Inblue Games
Windows
A 2d puzzle game in a world of arrows!
Why similar: Sokoban 53.8% ★, Retro 17.8%, Puzzle Platformer 16.5%, Top-Down 4.8%, 2D 4.5%
- #38 Die Harder
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Porcupine Sashimi
Windows · Mac
A game about clever deaths.
Why similar: Sokoban 52% ★, Puzzle Platformer 33.5%, Platformer 10.3%, 2D 2.6%, Indie 0.9%
- #39 Milo's Dream
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: lightUP
Windows
A top-down adventure game about a doggy in a world of dreams, featuring colorful pixelated visuals and chiptune songs.
Why similar: Sokoban 36.1% ★, 1990's 18.6%, Top-Down 11.2%, Retro 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8.1%
- #40 キー暴動
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: MAKIMURA
Windows
A slightly educational time-attack puzzle game! The keys, tired of being typed on by humans, have started to riot—this is truly a Key Riot! Catch them all and return them to their original positions!
Why similar: Education 39.9%, Puzzle Platformer 34.8%, Top-Down 13.5%, Funny 10%, Indie 1.3%
- #41 TocoToco
72% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Napoterulle
Windows
Designed to challenge your reflexes. A precision platformer where every pixel counts and death is just part of the learning process
Why similar: 1990's 29.8%, Platformer 18.5%, Exploration 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Linear 11.6%
- #42 Dadish 2
72% matchVery Positive97% of 125 reviews2021
Dev: Thomas K. Young
Windows
He’s a dad and a radish, and he’s back in his biggest adventure yet! Help reunite Dadish with his missing kids in this charming and challenging platforming adventure.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31.4%, Platformer 20.5%, 1990's 17.7%, Retro 9.7%, Funny 7.7%
- #43 Azooma Escape
70% matchVery Positive90% of 92 reviews2025
Dev: Ash Games Studio
Windows
A reverse-stealth comedy where the threat isn't guards with flashlights, but family. Sneak out of your uncle's gathering before the aunts corner you about your grades, the hosts force-feed you, or the family djinn drags you back for one more round of tea.
Why similar: 1990's 27%, Top-Down 12.8%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Funny 11%, Linear 11%
- #44 Ziii
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Foil Games
Windows
Ziii is a retro fantasy action-adventure game. Sail between countless islands, exploring their various elemental lands in top-down and sidescroll styles. Plunder their dungeons for powerful items and precious relics. Ziii is a treasure-hunter, looking to gain a treasure vault value of 100,000.
Why similar: Retro 21.3%, 1990's 20.8%, Action-Adventure 17%, Top-Down 15.3%, Exploration 11.6%
- #45 Unit 404
71% matchPositive91% of 44 reviews2020
Dev: [OneManBand]
Windows · Mac
Find a way out of the abandoned sci-fi complex through solving various puzzles. The game has more than 70 handcrafted levels with various game mechanics and visual themes.
Why similar: Sokoban 54.1% ★, Puzzle Platformer 26.5%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D 4.1%, Adventure 1.5%
- #46 Bunny Ribbit
73% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: OBRA
Windows
A tough-as-nails puzzle platformer!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 24.5%, 1990's 14.8%, Retro 12.6%, Action-Adventure 12%, Multiple Endings 10.6%
- #47 Duckthing's Rolling Rooms
69% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Duckthing Games
Windows
Duckthing's Rolling Rooms is a puzzle platformer with a weird duck. Rotate the rooms to help Duckthing through each level and reach his goal.
Why similar: Sokoban 48.6% ★, Puzzle Platformer 23.8%, Platformer 12.7%, Funny 10%, 2D 3.5%
- #48 Myoubouh Catcher
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Myoubouh Corp
Windows
Play as the young Namobouh and help him find for his people and save all the fireflies that are in danger. Go on an adventure in a world where each enemy can become a living puzzle.
Why similar: Sokoban 37.4% ★, 1990's 14.5%, Top-Down 9.9%, Action-Adventure 9.7%, Retro 8.8%
- #49 Gift for You
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: MuuGames
Windows
"Gift for You" is a puzzle action game consisting of 25 stages. Players must conquer a variety of puzzles and aim for the top ranking by clearing time.
Why similar: Sokoban 59.2% ★, Puzzle Platformer 26.9%, Top-Down 9.6%, Action 3%, Indie 0.8%
- #50 Tower of Square
67% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2026
Dev: Portable Arcade
Windows
This is a simple puzzle adventure where you play as a triangle-shaped protagonist, moving up, down, left, and right to bravely ascend a 48-story tower, familiarizing yourself with and utilizing the movement patterns of various creatures within the tower.
Why similar: Sokoban 53.8% ★, 1990's 17%, Top-Down 13.2%, Retro 9.7%, Linear 5%
- #51 Platform Terror
68% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Firego Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Platform Terror is a fast, unforgiving platformer focused on precision, memorization, and learning through failure. Invisible platforms, hidden traps, and surprises push you to retry, optimize your runs, and compete on global leaderboards.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.7%, Platformer 17.6%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Retro 13.6%, Action 6.7%
- #52 The Calcium Crusader 64
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sam ClaydonPub: Sam Claydon Games lTD
Windows
Meet the Calcium Crusader, a skeleton that has been brought to life in a world overrun by The Devil King! It is your task to save humanity and put a stop to an evil curse the Devil King has put upon the land. Delve into this retro-adventure and learn the mysteries of the past!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 24.8%, Retro 22.2%, 1990's 17.5%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Exploration 8.1%
- #53 There Is No Escape
67% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Retrowave Studios
Windows
There is no Escape is a storyless 2D side-scrolling puzzle platformer, it was inspired by early to late 2000's flash games of a similar nature. Jump, fail, repeat! Experience the nostalgia of the classic platforming genre.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 23.2%, 1990's 19.6%, Platformer 13.7%, Multiple Endings 11.9%, Retro 10.6%
- #54 Tanglewood
69% matchVery Positive92% of 93 reviews2018
Dev: Big Evil Corporation
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience puzzle-platforming the way it’s meant to be. Designed and built on 90’s hardware, Tanglewood is a 16-bit love letter to the golden age of gaming. Guide Nymn home through a forest filled with danger, in classic 2D pixel-art style.
Why similar: 1990's 23.5%, Puzzle Platformer 23.1%, Retro 18.7%, Platformer 15%, Exploration 10.3%
- #55 Pushing POPO
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: hiunagi
Windows
This game is a simple and highly challenging 2D puzzle game for those who like to think but are too lazy to remember. By sharing stage codes, players can play the same stage even if they have just downloaded the game. Move the boxes in the stage and reach the goal to clear the stage.
Why similar: Sokoban 59.8% ★, Puzzle Platformer 33.6%, 2D 4.1%, Singleplayer 1.4%, Indie 1.2%
- #56 E9uations
65% matchPositive100% of 26 reviews2026
Dev: 9npotato
Windows
You are the equal sign(=). Rearrange the numbers and operators to form equation and solve the puzzle.
Why similar: Sokoban 61.4% ★, Education 32.3%, 2D 4.4%, Indie 1.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #57 Yinyang
70% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Cornutopia Software
Windows
Yinyang is a simple arcade game of rolling a ball. Roll off a tile and it will flip over and vanish. Make them all vanish and the exit will open, so the trick is to roll along every tile without doubling back.
Why similar: Sokoban 42% ★, Puzzle Platformer 25.7%, Platformer 13%, Top-Down 9.8%, Exploration 5.3%
- #58 Find the Whales
67% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Thought Generation Society
Windows
Find the Whales is a free-to-play educational game for all ages about ocean conservation. Find marine animals and do conservation quests to help protect them & their habitats!
Why similar: Education 71.8%, Exploration 14.5%, 2D 7.4%, Adventure 4.7%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #59 Play and Learn English
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Recep CinetPub: Utopic Games
Windows · Mac
First we get you speaking, then we make you better. With just 1000 words, make your daily English fluent. In a story-driven RPG, your microphone is with you, and the game listens. Fully offline, no subscription.
Why similar: Education 56.1%, Puzzle Platformer 15.4%, Exploration 5.7%, Retro 5.7%, 2D 5.6%
- #60 Pixel World: Unity-Chan!
69% matchNo user reviews2018
Dev: G2PLHAS
Windows
This is the action game that you color all of panels. The production is simple, but you can enjoy exhilarating actions by run the player and dash the enemy and spin them.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 29.1%, Top-Down 15.6%, Retro 12.7%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Platformer 11.4%