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A fast-paced, hand-drawn 2D action roguelite set on the pages of a notebook. Fight through increasingly dangerous stages, choose and combine abilities to shape your build, master fast-paced movement and combat, and take on powerful bosses in every run.

Why similar: Action 24.1%, Hand-drawn 15.4%, Minimalist 15%, Combat 13%, Roguelike 11.4%

Drainscape is a vertical action adventure with roguelite elements, where you must survive your fall through a drain filled with obstacles and enemies with only an umbrella to save you.

Why similar: Action 30.9%, Minimalist 30.8%, Combat 21.9%, 2D 9%, Indie 4.2%

It's not a very minimalist geometric rouge game.

Why similar: Minimalist 29.9%, Action 23.5%, Combat 12.7%, Roguelike 11.7%, Relaxing 9.3%

The player embarks on a journey through a sword containing the soul of a being desperate for revenge against their past betrayers. As the player travels the world, they seek out those who betrayed them in the past, and with each encounter, they have the opportunity to seize their souls.

Why similar: Action 32.3%, Combat 19%, Roguelike 17.6%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, 2D 8.9%

Slash, survive and get tougher - a wacky action roguelike with hand-drawn graphics and a caveman on the hunt for monsters! Just when you think you've seen it all, here it comes: a giraffe in a car.

Why similar: Action 35.6%, Combat 20.2%, Hand-drawn 17.5%, Roguelike 11.8%, Indie 10.4%

Swordsman legend is a 2D horizontal version of the action game. Players in the game to play the role of chivalry, need to defeat the men in black, escape. Operation: W, A, S, D move, J attack/Block, K sprint/jump.

Why similar: Action 34%, Combat 18.9%, 2D Platformer 15%, Relaxing 14.9%, 2D 9%

Ever wanted to call your friend a complete and utter moron in the most ridiculous way possible? Well, now you can—with You Are a Fucking Idiot!, is made solely to mess with your buddies in the dumbest way imaginable. No winners, only victims.

Why similar: Memes 47.3%, Minimalist 24.9%, Hand-drawn 20.7%, Indie 4%, Singleplayer 3.1%

In the year 4020 humanity discovered sleeping dragons on Mars. Being the great patrons we are, we hooked them up with some gene therapy and now they’re sentient! Fire. Everything’s on fire.

Why similar: Memes 51.2%, Action 34.6%, Indie 14.3%

GameOvrd2 is a retro-inspired precision platformer packed with deadly traps, handcrafted levels, and chaotic boss fights. Learn the patterns, master the challenges, and get faster with every run.

Why similar: Action 34.2%, Minimalist 24.1%, Combat 15.7%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, 2D 8.7%

A survival horror roguelike where you try to survive in the dark. Collect blessings and maintain your battery level to survive.

Why similar: Minimalist 30.4%, Action 19.5%, Roguelike 18.6%, Combat 16.9%, Singleplayer 5.6%

Brute is a challenging arcade shooter with a vibrant, minimalist aesthetic. It's a game about planning, timing and discovery featuring an atmospheric soundtrack and sounds made from analog synthesizers.

Why similar: Minimalist 45.9%, Action 37.3%, Indie 16.8%

Try and test your luck (literally, no skill involved what so ever) and compete for the World Record

Why similar: Minimalist 35.2%, Action 34.9%, Relaxing 15.6%, 2D 10.3%, Singleplayer 4%

Super Frog is a boss-focused side-scrolling action-adventure. A mysterious power warped all frogs of Frog Island into weird monsters. Hero Froggy fights them, gathers abilities and gear to create custom combat styles, and heads to the root of the anomaly.

Why similar: Action 32.9%, Hand-drawn 16.8%, Combat 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, 2D 8.6%

iterform is a minimalistic hardcore platformer with experimental respawn mechanic and ability to create replicas and respawn on them.

Why similar: Action 46.5%, Minimalist 33.4%, Indie 20.1%

Jump and stick your way through tons of levels chock full of increasing difficulty, unique mechanics, and minimalistic intrigue. Get to the next level, fail, try again, fail again, try again, and finally reach the next checkpoint-- twelve times. It all makes you wonder... what's in store at the end?

Why similar: Minimalist 35.3%, Action 23.7%, 2D Platformer 19.8%, 2D 11.3%, Singleplayer 5.1%

『BlockSword』 is a game about a boy who accidentally releases the Demon King’s seal and sets out to reseal him with a broken block sword. Extend your block sword through attacks and dodges, then consume the increased reach to unleash powerful skills!

Why similar: Action 36.3%, Hand-drawn 25.9%, Combat 18.4%, 2D 11%, Indie 5%

RIDLE is a 2D action game where you run around the stage in all directions.

Why similar: Action 41.6%, Indie 19.6%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, 2D 13.6%, Singleplayer 6.5%

Simple Spy is a dynamic and minimalist 2d platformer. Though Simple Spy is a minimalist platformer,you can also find all fun and essence needed for a full fledged platformer. everything in Simple Spy is achieved through a combination of three action such as running,jumping and rolling.

Why similar: Action 37.7%, Minimalist 36.3%, Indie 16.3%, 2D 9.7%

A minimalist procedurally generated one-stick shooter where you play as a microbot fending off a bio-mechanical plague.

Why similar: Action 32.4%, Combat 18.6%, Roguelike 18%, Minimalist 10.2%, 2D 8.8%

An quick paced action story game drowned out by silence. Cut through with the demon blade all the while surrounded by the quiet of the world. Experience the short story following death.

Why similar: Action 31.5%, Combat 28.2%, Minimalist 18.4%, 2D Platformer 6.6%, 2D 5.9%

dontbegrey is a minimalistic hardcore platformer with experimental color-themed mechanics, where you can choose what is an obstacle and what is the background.

Why similar: Action 41%, Minimalist 32.1%, Indie 18.3%, 2D 8.6%

Challenge the passage of time and try to survive in dark dungeons while fighting with their inhabitants. Create unique weapons, develop skills and explore caves. But be careful - time is running out ...

Why similar: Action 45.5%, Indie 19.7%, Roguelike 14.2%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, 2D 8.2%

Take the short hop laser concept from SSBM, and make it a 2d side scroller arcade game. Actually don't do that, because I already did that.

Why similar: Memes 26.3%, Minimalist 25.3%, Combat 14.6%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action 11.2%

1922...The Big Apple...Mugsy's turf got plucked by a gang of trouble boys. The ever-lovin' jazz rabbit is gonna jump on heads and clip those goons. He'll bop his way to the biggest boss and take back what's his or get zotzed, ya' follow? Soundtrack is the bee's knees - truly hep and jake.

Why similar: Action 28.3%, Hand-drawn 20.4%, Combat 17.1%, 2D Platformer 15%, 2D 8.6%

This is a 2D pixel action game where the protagonists defeat bosses. Players can switch between four different characters, each with multiple skills, to experience the thrill of combo attacks and the excitement of combat.

Why similar: Action 33.4%, Combat 27.8%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Relaxing 9.8%, 2D 6.5%

Red Blue is a quickness game. If you want to develop eyesight or APM(Action Per Minute), just challenge this game.

Why similar: Minimalist 42.2%, Action 20.9%, Indie 19%, 2D 11.3%, Singleplayer 6.7%

A hand-painted 2D roguelike platformer about treasure hunting, magic, and dangerous ruins. Fight monsters, collect upgrades, and try to go further each run.

Why similar: Action 21.4%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Roguelike 16.5%, Hand-drawn 15.5%, Combat 13.4%

Will you choose to defeat the demon Lord and save the world when the forces of erosion are in the other world?Or is it...It's a Roguelike real-time dungeon adventure where players are given powerful weapons and blessings to defeat increasingly powerful enemies.

Why similar: Combat 64.8%, Singleplayer 17.5%, Action 7.8%, 2D 5.2%, Indie 4.7%

Embark on a bite-sized journey across vibrant and distinct lands, each with their own challenges and surprises.

Why similar: Minimalist 24.4%, Action 23.4%, Hand-drawn 15.9%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Relaxing 9.5%

Color Circle is a very addictive game where you must hit moving colored circles.

Why similar: Action 35.6%, Minimalist 34.3%, Indie 15.4%, 2D 9.2%, Singleplayer 5.5%

An action roguelike game, where you pick up items and fight enemies. Features[Roguelike Map Generation][Pick up magic items][Delightful Pixel art animation]

Why similar: Action 45.4%, Combat 31.5%, 2D 11.9%, Indie 6.3%, Singleplayer 4.9%

Fight to save the holiday season as Santa, a Deer, or an Elf! Battle hordes of mutated insect-like infected and demonic foes in action-packed survival gameplay. Bring joy back to the snow-covered lands!

Why similar: Action 29.2%, Memes 25.4%, Hand-drawn 17.4%, Combat 13.6%, 2D 8.8%

GLOOMTIDE is a fast-paced roguelike survivor. Choose from 4 heroes, fight endless hordes of undead across 12 unique levels, unlock 25 weapons, and evolve your build to survive. How long can you last?

Why similar: Combat 32.9%, Action 24.7%, Roguelike 16.5%, 2D 12.3%, Indie 7.3%

5.84 Wing - Minimalist action-adventure game, with many levels for which you have to overcome a lot of obstacles to collect keys and open doors.

Why similar: Action 43.3%, Minimalist 32.8%, Indie 18.7%, Singleplayer 5.2%

Pay attention and stop at the right time when rolling through the levels!

Why similar: Action 36.3%, Minimalist 33.4%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, 2D 10.1%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Leap over treacherous chasms, navigate past a sea of hazards, and locate all 12 bananas as you embark on an epic quest and travel the patience-testing path that lies ahead in this infuriatingly challenging, unforgiving, puzzling, memey platformer.

Why similar: Memes 46.9%, Action 20.7%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, 2D 8%, Singleplayer 5.1%

A slightly hard core action game.

Why similar: Action 47.1%, Combat 39.3%, Indie 6.8%, Singleplayer 6.7%

Ascend a deadly tower, blast through waves of enemies, dodge incoming fire, battle fierce bosses, and chase high scores in explosive pixel-art action as a jetpack soldier.

Why similar: Action 36.6%, Combat 20.3%, Roguelike 17.3%, Indie 14.4%, 2D 8%

MindBloc is a puzzle game that tests the player's logical ability, perfect for relaxing, or playing while your computer is loading another game.

Why similar: Minimalist 47.6%, Relaxing 25.7%, 2D 12.1%, Indie 8.2%, Singleplayer 6.4%

Cubiques brings you a collection of challenging puzzles with a minimalistic and incredibly beautiful environment. It's a relaxing game, that is loaded with calming music and sounds that engage players through a fun adventure. The main character is a red cube which main objective is to move through all tiles on each level.

Why similar: Action 44%, Minimalist 41.5%, Indie 14.6%

Enter the Depths is a minimalistic dice-building roguelike. Customize your dice, collect powerful relics, and battle through an ever-shifting dungeon to confront the Void.

Why similar: Minimalist 34.7%, Action 19.4%, Roguelike 19.3%, Combat 10.7%, Indie 5.8%

In this 2D beat 'em up, become a maverick in the absurd corporate world! Grab your weapon, smash through chaos, and unleash destruction!

Why similar: Combat 29%, Hand-drawn 19.3%, Relaxing 17.2%, Action 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.8%

This is a 2D action shooting game that focuses on fighting large enemies (bosses).

Why similar: Action 35.7%, Combat 29.9%, Indie 17%, 2D 12.4%, Singleplayer 5.1%

Rainbow Crown is a classic RPG adventure game. Fight powerful enemies in the game world. Grow stronger step by step by levelling up, getting equipment, and more, and finally reclaim the Colorful Crown!

Why similar: Combat 37.6%, Action 26.8%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, 2D 7.2%, Singleplayer 5.9%

Projet océara is a hardcore platform game, all stage are timed and the difficulty is croissant .

Why similar: Action 59.7%, Indie 25.8%, 2D Platformer 8.7%, 2D 5.8%

Raven Fighter is a classic shoot‘em and roguelite game where players can customize their favorite weapons to defeat the final boss. Different weapon combinations result in varied outputs, accompanied by rich visual effects for an enhanced gaming experience.

Why similar: Combat 35.4%, Action 26.7%, 2D 13.2%, Roguelike 9.8%, Indie 8.1%

A remake of the classic 1993 DOS video game Xargon.

Why similar: Action 38.8%, Combat 21.9%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, 2D 10.3%, Indie 7.7%

Suit up and Boot up! Tekling is back in an all new adventure as you battle your way to defeat robots from taking over the world! Wear new suits and use new abilities to stop the robot uprising once and for all!

Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 25.1%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, 2D 6.7%

This is a horizontal action game with 6 optional characters, including Farmer, Martial Monk, Qigong Master, Eighth Route, Secret Service, and King of Slingshot. Faced with countless invaders, can you kill all the enemies or end the game?

Why similar: Action 35.2%, Roguelike 19.4%, Combat 17%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, 2D 9.5%

It's okay to cry--as long as you save the day, right? Join Cry, a young ninja, as he overcomes his shy nature to stand against a powerful threat. Journey through each exciting area, master four unique weapons and, most importantly, make your dear father proud in this 2D action platformer!

Why similar: Action 58.2%, Indie 25.2%, 2D Platformer 10%, 2D 6.6%

Play as a deceased man by the name of Peppy who has been recently reincarnated as a freshly baked Pizza mobster. Offered a deal by a "Pizza God," Peppy must enter the crime den of the House of Unified Triple-Cheeses and engage in combat if he wants any chance of returning to his own world.

Why similar: Action 39.5%, Combat 31.5%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Indie 5.9%, Singleplayer 4.6%

An early prototype, Slime Brawly Brawl exists to scratch an itch. An itch for a simple, fast paced platformer melee game like 90s kids might have played and loved growing up.

Why similar: Combat 35.7%, Action 25.9%, Minimalist 23.5%, 2D Platformer 5.3%, Indie 3.9%

A fast-paced 2D platformer inspired by a whole buncha stuff!

Why similar: Minimalist 25.9%, Hand-drawn 18%, Action 17.2%, 2D Platformer 15%, 2D 8.9%

Evade enemies and their attacks and fight back using the Braille alphabet in Combo Vectors, a short and minimalist action roguelike.

Why similar: Minimalist 33.7%, Action 22.9%, Combat 18.3%, 2D 9.9%, Roguelike 7.8%

Roll, jump, and fall through over 100 levels in this fun, difficult 2D physics platformer. Master a unique control scheme as you get your ball home!

Why similar: Minimalist 39.8%, Action 29.2%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, 2D 7%, Singleplayer 3.8%

Send the frog back home.

Why similar: Action 57.4%, Indie 24.8%, 2D 17.7%

The Imitator Protocol was supposed to be the perfect combat simulation. However, something went wrong, and now you are trapped in the virtual world. Get ready to fight the corrupt Alpha-Imitator in this hand-drawn roguelite inspired by classic superhero comic books.

Why similar: Action 23.4%, Hand-drawn 21.8%, Roguelike 19.7%, Combat 15.7%, Indie 11.3%

"Teppo and The Secret Ancient City" is a throwback to 90s platformers where you collected jewels, flicked switches to open up new paths and backtracked to the new area before finally finding the exit. The soundtrack has a classic early 90s platformer vibe, as do the in-game sound effects.

Why similar: Action 40.3%, Combat 22%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, 2D 10.7%, Indie 5.5%

DIAMOND EYE is a puzzle/platforming game with an arcade/time-attack design. Make use of a diverse move set that combines attacks and mobility to overcome various obstacles and enemies. The game features a replay system that saves your best performance on each challenge.

Why similar: Action 42.3%, Combat 23.5%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, 2D 11.2%, Singleplayer 4.3%

The corner everyone dream for, fight for. Frustration, anger should not stop your step. Everything, just for the one moment.

Why similar: Memes 47.3%, Action 23%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Combat 9.4%, 2D 4.8%