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  1. #1 Rogue Worlds
    97% matchVery Positive97% of 63 reviews2025
    Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
    Windows · Linux

    Rogue Worlds is a chaotic tactical roguelite platformer where you wield the environment and creative abilities to overcome challenges. Outwit powerful guardians and blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 19.6%, Difficult 13.3%, Perma Death 12.7%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 12.4%

  2. #2 Pogo Rogue
    95% matchVery Positive92% of 208 reviews2024
    Dev: Bounce Back Games
    Windows

    Bounce to the top in this skill based, roguelite action-platformer! Collect powerful items, pick unique weapons, and fight off a variety of enemies while navigating around with a fun, difficult, and unique movement system. Are you up for the challenge?

    Why similar: Difficult 18.3%, Side Scroller 18%, Procedural Generation 17.9%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 13.9%

  3. #3 1 Screen Platformer: Prologue
    96% matchVery Positive87% of 218 reviews2020
    Dev: Return To Adventure Mountain, LLCPub: Return To Adventure Mountain, LLC
    Windows

    FREE DEMO features 1 playable character and 1 complete level with leaderboards. Try, die, retry in this challenging but fair precision platformer that takes place on 1 screen. Ultra tight controls, dozens of traps. Great for speedrunning, and 100% completionists. Also, no water levels!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 24.6%, Difficult 23%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, Platformer 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

  4. #4 Super Helmets on Fire DX Ultra Edition Plus Alpha
    96% matchMixed66% of 62 reviews2016
    Dev: Ripper Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Super Helmets on Fire DX is a crazy side scrolling action platformer game, with lots of nods to old school games, mixed with hardcore runner gameplay and a pinch of RPG lite elements.

    Why similar: Difficult 38.6%, Platformer 28.5%, Action 10.1%, Retro 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

  5. #5 Electronic Super Joy 2
    94% matchVery Positive87% of 725 reviews2019
    Dev: Michael Todd GamesPub: 2&30 Software
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Electronic Super Joy 2 is a brutally hard platformer, set in a world of brain-smashing electronic music. Run, jump, smash, & slice your way through 55+ weird & different levels, with giant monsters, swarming missiles & secret areas.

    Why similar: Difficult 28.9%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Platformer 18.2%, Retro 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  6. #6 Brain Meltdown - Into Despair
    94% matchVery Positive94% of 247 reviews2020
    Dev: Onfire Games
    Windows

    Brain Meltdown - Into Despair is a platformer game with a unique concept, where you need to control two characters by yourself. This is not a co-op game!

    Why similar: Difficult 37.9%, 2D Platformer 34%, Platformer 9.6%, 2D 6.5%, Action 5.4%

  7. #7 Pixel Fodder
    93% matchMostly Positive80% of 160 reviews2015
    Dev: WachaPub: wacha.ru
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Pixel Fodder is a old school platformer with a fully destructible world, a large choise of characters, incredible dynamics and gigaliters of 8-bit meat.

    Why similar: Pixel Graphics 29.6%, Platformer 22.7%, Action 20.3%, 2D 17.6%, Indie 9.7%

  8. #8 VolChaos
    92% matchMixed68% of 59 reviews2015
    Dev: Fun Infused Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Volchaos is an ultra-challenging old school platformer.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 30.5%, Platformer 21.7%, Retro 13.6%, Difficult 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

  9. #9 Ball laB
    91% matchMixed65% of 873 reviews2018
    Dev: Viktor Yurchuk
    Windows
    Median: 6 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 23%

    Ball laB is a hardcore platformer with minimalist graphics.

    Why similar: Perma Death 24.1%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Difficult 15.2%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 10.3%

  10. #10 Dungeon Escape
    90% matchMostly Positive79% of 910 reviews2016
    Dev: Roenko Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Challenging 2D platformer with simple graphics and a great chiptune soundtrack.

    Why similar: Perma Death 22.7%, Difficult 19%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.4%

  11. #11 Elsie
    89% matchMostly Positive79% of 67 reviews2024
    Dev: Knight Shift GamesPub: Playtonic Friends
    Windows · Linux

    Elsie is a technicolour, hyperkinetic, rogue-like action-platformer filled with procedurally generated levels, an army of robots to blast through, and a wide scope of items & weaponry to make each run unique. Master countless magitek weapons and abilities in order to embrace the chaos.

    Why similar: Perma Death 19.9%, Side Scroller 17.7%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Procedural Generation 12.2%, Difficult 11.4%

  12. #12 NightmareZ
    91% matchMixed44% of 59 reviews2016
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    NightmareZ is a side-scrolling platform action game with multiple enemies, lots of fancy features and retro visuals. This is a retro styled platform and action game which will immerse you in a unique world full of good and evil demons.

    Why similar: Platformer 24%, Difficult 22%, Retro 14.3%, Action 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%

  13. #13 Dead Dungeon
    88% matchVery Positive91% of 284 reviews2018
    Dev: Roenko Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Challenging 2D platformer in the best traditions of classic games, with an excellent chiptune soundtrack. The game will check your nerves for strength and bring a lot of emotions.

    Why similar: Perma Death 24.6%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Difficult 17.1%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 12.1%

  14. #14 Eat Colors
    87% matchVery Positive91% of 55 reviews2022
    Dev: Icy Mountain StudiosPub: GoGo Games Interactive
    Windows

    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: Side Scroller 27.7%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Platformer 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Action 7.9%

  15. #15 Blaster Shooter GunGuy!
    89% matchMixed44% of 410 reviews2015
    Dev: Adam DeLease
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Blaster Shooter GunGuy is a 2D action rage platformer. Similar in nature to games such as IWBTG. But also inspired by Mega Man and Mega Man X.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 33.6%, Difficult 25.1%, Platformer 16.6%, Retro 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

  16. #16 You Have to Win the Game
    86% matchVery Positive93% of 5,714 reviews2014
    Dev: Minor Key Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.

    Why similar: Platformer 27.1%, Difficult 23.5%, Retro 20.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Side Scroller 6.8%

  17. #17 Smilemo
    84% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,267 reviews2022
    Dev: REXECHOPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    A new side-scrolling platformer where you go flying out of control at the slightest touch! In this virus-infected world, it is your job to collect the scattered pieces of vaccine code and exterminate the virus!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 24.2%, 2D Platformer 21.4%, Platformer 20.6%, Action 8.9%, Difficult 8.3%

  18. #18 Super Perspective
    86% matchVery Positive90% of 51 reviews2017
    Dev: The Dashing Crate
    Windows · Mac

    A mind-bending puzzle platformer where you can switch between 2D and 3D at will!

    Why similar: Indie 100%

  19. #19 Disorder
    85% matchMostly Positive72% of 104 reviews2015
    Dev: Swagabyte Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    A psychological 2D puzzle platformer. You must switch between two versions of the past: dark & light, positive & negative, hope & despair. Every action is innately tied to this dualistic battle. Traverse a surreal landscape of memory to try and mend a fragile mind.

    Why similar: Platformer 31.7%, Difficult 28.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, Action 14.3%, Indie 8.1%

  20. #20 Venture Kid
    84% matchVery Positive83% of 224 reviews2018
    Dev: Snikkabo ASPub: FDG Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    A 8-bit retro action platformer that goes beyond just pixels and chiptunes

    Why similar: Platformer 30.1%, Retro 20.6%, Action 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 16.4%, 2D 8.3%

  21. #21 Destructivator 2
    83% matchVery Positive96% of 55 reviews2020
    Dev: Pug Fugly GamesPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows

    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: Difficult 28.1%, 2D Platformer 25.9%, Platformer 13.9%, Retro 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

  22. #22 Polyroll
    82% matchVery Positive95% of 94 reviews2019
    Dev: Spicy Gyro GamesPub: HOF Studios
    Windows

    Explore branching levels, fight quirky bosses, and save the day in this retro platformer inspired by the classics!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 26.4%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Difficult 14.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Retro 9.7%

  23. #23 Stray Savior
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 61 reviews2025
    Dev: Gustav
    Windows

    Stray Savior is a 2D action platformer packed full of lethal traps, precise jumps, and powerful bosses. Venture through the dystopian world with weapons and skills, to prove yourself and forge your own path.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 28.3%, 2D Platformer 21.8%, Platformer 18.2%, Difficult 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8%

  24. #24 Super Win the Game
    81% matchVery Positive89% of 652 reviews2014
    Dev: Minor Key Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Throw on your nostalgia goggles and travel back in time with Super Win the Game, a retro-core explosion of exploration and platforming action!!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 33.1%, Difficult 24.5%, Platformer 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Retro 7.6%

  25. #25 Cave Crawler 2
    77% matchVery Positive91% of 150 reviews2024
    Dev: Evan Youssef
    Windows

    Cave Crawler 2 is a retro-inspired 2D side-scroller. Escape a series of winding caves full of strange creatures and treacherous platforming challenges.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 34.8%, 2D Platformer 24.1%, Platformer 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, 2D 5.9%

  26. #26 Jump Off The Bridge
    80% matchVery Positive87% of 255 reviews2019
    Dev: Cody Penn
    Windows

    An absurd retro-platformer that tests your patience.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 21.7%, Difficult 21.6%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Platformer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

  27. #27 Mutant Mudds Deluxe
    81% matchMostly Positive75% of 623 reviews2013
    Dev: Atooi
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Love pixels? Fond of platformers? Is there a special place in your heart for the 8-bit and 16-bit era? Want to have fun? Yes!? Well, you’ve come to the right place, my friend. Mutant Mudds Deluxe is a “12-bit” action platformer full of pixels and platforming fun!

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 29.4%, Platformer 21%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Retro 9.5%

  28. #28 DreamDasher
    79% matchVery Positive86% of 121 reviews2020
    Dev: C3BGames
    Windows · Mac

    The Dreamworld has been infected! It is up to you to explore the Dreamworld as the DreamDasher, discover its secrets, and defeat the Nightmare.

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 28%, Difficult 25.6%, Platformer 17%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Retro 10.1%

  29. #29 Splodey
    76% matchVery Positive92% of 241 reviews2024
    Dev: Send It StudiosPub: Mad Mushroom
    Windows

    The platformer without a jump button! Master the art of potion propulsion in this fast-paced adventure where strategy, precision, and creativity meet explosive fun.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 28.6%, Difficult 22.4%, 2D Platformer 19.8%, Platformer 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

  30. #30 Pixel Shooter
    82% matchMostly Negative35% of 188 reviews2017
    Dev: Sabrina Aridi
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    In this 2D platformer game, get your gun and shoot all monsters in your way or just run away to the exit.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 27.4%, Difficult 20.7%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

  31. #31 Angvik
    78% matchVery Positive88% of 2,527 reviews2014
    Dev: Alastair John Jack
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    Angvik is a platform action game set in a joyful but unforgiving land.

    Why similar: Platformer 29.8%, Difficult 22.4%, Perma Death 19.5%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Action 7.7%

  32. #32 DOOMER'S ADVENTURE
    78% matchVery Positive85% of 75 reviews2021
    Dev: deadworld games
    Windows

    An platformer game about collecting stuff to bear with reality. Just like life, this game is short and meaningless, filled with existential questions of being.

    Why similar: Perma Death 22.6%, Difficult 17.7%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Platformer 13.5%, 2D Platformer 10.4%

  33. #33 panGEMic
    77% matchVery Positive84% of 106 reviews2016
    Dev: David Cross
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Collect all the gems while avoiding enemies and hazards, do it in the time limit or face the 'Red Skull'. panGEMic is a retro inspired platform game requiring quick reflexes and quick thinking.

    Why similar: Action 100%

  34. #34 Nice Jumper
    75% matchVery Positive82% of 340 reviews2019
    Dev: Nikolai UsachevPub: USANIK STD
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Ready to test your reaction?

    Why similar: Side Scroller 29.4%, 2D Platformer 21.7%, Platformer 19.9%, Difficult 12.3%, 2D 6.9%

  35. #35 Never Give Up
    74% matchVery Positive88% of 176 reviews2019
    Dev: Massive MonsterPub: Armor Games Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Never Give Up is a hardcore platformer determined to turn you into bloody chunks. Run, jump, and slide your way through ever-changing levels that get harder each time you succeed. You’ll need to try, die, and try again if you want to conquer the game without pressing the Give Up button.

    Why similar: Difficult 29.6%, Platformer 23.8%, Side Scroller 21.2%, 2D Platformer 8.4%, Action 6%

  36. #36 Super Robolom
    76% matchMixed57% of 87 reviews2018
    Dev: Laush Dmitriy SergeevichPub: Laush Studio
    Windows

    2D platformer with a side view, in which the main player needs to go through 10 levels to achieve your goal. The player will prevent a wide variety of enemies, weapons, traps

    Why similar: Perma Death 38.4%, Side Scroller 31.6%, Platformer 15.9%, Retro 6.9%, 2D 5.1%

  37. #37 The Hardest Game Ever
    72% matchMostly Positive78% of 360 reviews2023
    Dev: AIAdev
    Windows

    An insanely difficult precision platformer

    Why similar: Difficult 60%, Platformer 22.1%, 2D 12.1%, Singleplayer 3%, Indie 2.8%

  38. #38 Rising Hell - Prologue
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 116 reviews2020
    Dev: Tahoe GamesPub: Toge Productions
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 27%

    Welcome to the first layer of hell! Climb out from the ever-changing abyss while you fight hordes of blood-lusting demons in this vertical platformer rogue-lite.

    Why similar: Action 24.5%, Difficult 22.3%, Procedural Generation 20.9%, Indie 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%

  39. #39 The Tribulation Entanglement
    73% matchMostly Positive78% of 60 reviews2022
    Dev: Anxious Neck Games
    Windows

    You are the Entangled One, a malformed entity. Traverse the flesh wastes under the eye of an eternal eclipse. Delve deep into the planet's guts. Uncover a fleshy ecosystem. Engage in deliberate, challenging combat, using your whiplike arms and collectible sub attacks to augment your combat style!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 29%, Difficult 21.9%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Platformer 13.5%, Retro 10.1%

  40. #40 Aura of Worlds
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 136 reviews2024
    Dev: Cognitive ForgePub: indie.io
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Aura of Worlds is a chaotic, creative tactics rogue-lite platformer. Explore multiple dangerous worlds where you utilize creative abilities & wield the environment to your advantage. Blast, dash, grapple, fight, and charm your way through ever-changing labyrinths & outwit powerful guardians!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 22.2%, Difficult 15.5%, Procedural Generation 14.2%, Platformer 13.9%, Perma Death 13.8%

  41. #41 Abathor - Atlantis Landing
    70% matchVery Positive88% of 199 reviews2023
    Dev: Pow Pixel GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 25%

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

    Why similar: Side Scroller 22.4%, Difficult 19.1%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Retro 8.7%

  42. #42 Cantaloper
    72% matchVery Positive81% of 54 reviews2021
    Dev: ComputerCow
    Windows · Mac

    A cantaloupe with strong hind legs feels incredible pain.

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 29.8%, Difficult 29.5%, Platformer 20.1%, Action 10.4%, Indie 7.8%

  43. #43 SlipSlop: World's Hardest Platformer Game
    71% matchVery Positive83% of 1,687 reviews2019
    Dev: 10F
    Windows · Linux

    One button platformer nightmare

    Why similar: Difficult 37.8%, Platformer 35.7%, Action 18.2%, Indie 8.2%

  44. #44 Ethan: Meteor Hunter
    75% matchMixed62% of 255 reviews2014
    Dev: Seaven Studio
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Freeze time and manipulate the world with endless possibilities: build the solution YOU want where nothing is scripted and levels can be solved in multiple ways. When Super Meat Boy meets Braid, you may die repeatedly and enjoy it!

    Why similar: Platformer 53.6%, Side Scroller 30.2%, Indie 8.2%, Action 8%

  45. #45 Cave Crawler
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,108 reviews2022
    Dev: Evan Youssef
    Windows

    Cave Crawler is a short, 2D side-scrolling action platformer. Explore caves filled with interesting enemies and fun platforming challenges.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 34%, 2D Platformer 22.8%, Platformer 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Retro 7.2%

  46. #46 Super Bernie World
    70% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,095 reviews2020
    Dev: Gamedevs for BerniePub: Kitsune Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 24 minMean: 1.3 hrs≥1hr: 21%

    Join Bernie's movement and transform the United States in this free retro 2D platformer.

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.1%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Platformer 17.3%, Retro 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

  47. #47 Super Puzzle Platformer Deluxe
    71% matchVery Positive90% of 505 reviews2013
    Dev: Andrew Morrish
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 54 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    The title says it all. Take one part falling block puzzle game, combine one part old-school platformer, add a couple thousand pixels, blend and serve. Why match colored blocks when you can just shoot the hell out of them? Your goal is to survive as long as you can. From celebrated indie developer Andrew Morrish and Adult Swim Games.

    Why similar: Platformer 37.8%, Difficult 26.7%, Action 17.8%, Indie 10%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

  48. #48 Platformines
    73% matchMixed67% of 329 reviews2014
    Dev: Magiko GamingPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Platformines is a unique 2D platformer packed with exploration, RPG and shooter elements, set in a vast 16-bit underground world! Customise your character, master all difficulty levels and literally jump to the top of the leaderboards to prove your skills!

    Why similar: Platformer 57%, Action 18.2%, 2D 10.5%, Indie 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 7%

  49. #49 One Gun Guy
    69% matchMixed69% of 916 reviews2022
    Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    One Gun Guy is a straight forward no nonsense action platformer, one giant level littered with player upgrades, hazards to tackle, enemies to destroy, a boss to kill, and multiple difficulty settings.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 22.7%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Difficult 15.9%, Platformer 14.8%, Retro 10%

  50. #50 SUPER DISTRO
    74% matchMostly Negative37% of 1,155 reviews2015
    Dev: KITATUS STUDIOSPub: My Way Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    "SUPER DISTRO" is a hard-as-nails 2D platformer in the style of retro games such as Megaman, Super Mario Bros 2: The Lost Levels and other such rage-inducing classics. Taking "Difficult gameplay" to a whole new level - SUPER DISTRO is not for the faint-of-heart. The weak need not apply.

    Why similar: Platformer 37.9%, Difficult 31.4%, Indie 12%, Action 11.6%, 2D 7%

  51. #51 KEEK
    67% matchVery Positive96% of 168 reviews2022
    Dev: 70-MTNSPub: GCORES PUBLISHING
    Windows · Mac

    KEEK is a pixel 2D platformer that you could use a special force to change the dimension of objects. Overcome obstacles, disable traps, collect items and face the final challenge.

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 36.2%, Platformer 31.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Action 13.9%, Indie 2.3%

  52. #52 Project: Name
    71% matchMixed48% of 412 reviews2022
    Dev: Marius Angeschrien
    Windows

    Project: Name is a hardcore Perma-Death first person platformer. Try to beat all three levels!

    Why similar: Platformer 63.1%, Action 19.1%, Retro 15.4%, Singleplayer 2.4%

  53. #53 Sunblaze
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 458 reviews2021
    Dev: Games From EarthPub: Bonus Stage Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Sunblaze is a brain-twisting precision platformer with hundreds of challenging, handcrafted levels to keep you dying for hours and hours.

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.1%, Difficult 21%, Retro 18.2%, Platformer 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

  54. #54 Alien Splatter Redux
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 156 reviews2017
    Dev: Sinclair Strange
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    "BLAH BLAH BLAH 8-bit, BLAH BLAH BLAH, blow stuff up. BLAH BLAH BLAH, retro." BLOWING INTO THE CARTRIDGE NOT REQUIRED!

    Why similar: Retro 50.1%, Action 34.8%, Indie 15.2%

  55. #55 Hell is Other Demons
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 337 reviews2019
    Dev: Cuddle Monster Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    Hell is Other Demons is an action-platform shooter, with Roguelite elements. Explore a sprawling, hand-crafted world full of demons, insanely over-the-top boss fights, and a heavy synthwave soundtrack.

    Why similar: Difficult 23.2%, Side Scroller 21.2%, Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Retro 9%

  56. #56 Axiom Verge
    66% matchVery Positive90% of 6,442 reviews2015
    Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

    Why similar: Platformer 27.9%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Retro 12.6%, Difficult 9.6%

  57. #57 Orbital Bullet – The 360° Rogue-lite
    65% matchVery Positive86% of 780 reviews2022
    Dev: SmokeStabPub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Orbital Bullet is a fast paced 360° action-platformer with rogue-lite elements, where all actions take place in a circular pattern. Fight your way through a variety of procedural planets and use body modifications, crafting and heavy weaponry. Kill. Die. Modify.

    Why similar: Platformer 25.5%, Perma Death 20.4%, Difficult 15.7%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Procedural Generation 10.4%

  58. #58 30XX
    63% matchVery Positive91% of 2,738 reviews2023
    Dev: Batterystaple Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.

    Why similar: Perma Death 26.3%, Side Scroller 21.8%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Procedural Generation 13.1%, Platformer 11.5%

  59. #59 PEPPERED: an existential platformer
    61% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 629 reviews2025
    Dev: Mostly Games
    Windows · Mac

    An existential platformer where Doomsday is just around the corner. Save the world or become an eternal corporate slave for the God of Death. Choices matter. Or do they? Goof around and find out.

    Why similar: Perma Death 41.8%, Difficult 28.2%, Platformer 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Singleplayer 2.2%

  60. #60 Blitz Breaker
    68% matchVery Positive88% of 152 reviews2016
    Dev: Boncho Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    A simple, fast paced platformer with one small change: Your character can't run. Play as an adorable robot named Blitz and help it escape the factory it was built in. The only problem is, it seems like everything is trying to break you!

    Why similar: Difficult 35.5%, Platformer 26.9%, Action 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Indie 6.7%

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