- #1 SKELOST
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Casey Atkins
Windows · Linux
SKELOST is a yokai shooter built for the Game Boy Color, now on Steam. Immerse yourself in Japanese folklore and uncover the fate of your lost family.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 36.8%, Shooter 29%, Adventure 18.8%, Action 7.6%, Retro 6.1%
- #2 Aye Leon
96% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Indigo GamesPub: Indigo Games
Windows · Linux
Glide your way to victory in this enchanting 2D platformer. Master your jetpack’s smooth glide through colorful, floating worlds packed with collectables. A full playthrough takes around 20 minutes, perfect for a quick burst of platforming adventure.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 34.3%, Adventure 32.7%, Retro 21.3%, 2D 9.7%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #3 Arcanion: Tale of Magi
96% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: JaymoniusPub: MoniusProductions
Windows
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: 2D Platformer 25.2%, Shooter 24.2%, Adventure 23.4%, Retro 11.5%, Action 8.3%
- #4 Archer's Adventure
95% match8 user reviews38% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: torumees games
Windows
2D cartoon style shooting game
Why similar: Shooter 34%, 2D Platformer 33.5%, Retro 20.8%, 2D 9.8%, Singleplayer 2%
- #5 Hedgehog and Cat: Explore the World Action
94% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Mecha Power
Windows
hedgehog and cat set out to explore the world together...! One day the cat suddenly disappeared...
Why similar: 2D Platformer 38.9%, Shooter 32.4%, Adventure 16.1%, 2D 10%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #6 The Isolated Town
94% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Tossu
Windows · Linux
Shoot down enemies and avoid danger in an attempt to save your new friends on a grand adventure!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 33.9%, Shooter 25.2%, Adventure 16.6%, Retro 14.5%, Action 5.1%
- #7 War Girl
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Suits & Sandals
Windows
In a future where robots dominate the planet, take the role of War Girl, a vigilante fighting back against the mechanical menace. Upgrade and customize your equipment to suit the way you play!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 36%, Shooter 33.9%, Adventure 22.8%, Action 7.3%
- #8 Slingshot Adventure
92% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Acará Game Studio
Windows
After making a slingshot Ralph decides to go on a journey between different scenarios to test his skills. Help him to overcome the challenges along his adventure.
Why similar: Adventure 27.6%, Shooter 24.7%, 2D Platformer 22.8%, Retro 9.3%, Action 8.1%
- #9 A Lovely Night
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ;3Pub: pipilalaGameDevHouse
Windows
A 2D physics-based platformer where movement is powered by explosions.
Why similar: Adventure 32.5%, 2D Platformer 31.6%, Retro 15.8%, Action 9.4%, 2D 8.9%
- #10 被打扰的下午茶
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 小鱼工作室
Windows
《被打扰的下午》是一款类洛克人,魂斗罗的横版动作过关游戏,通过游戏的系统变化,以及运用不同角色,让玩家体验做到通关不同过程,来讲述一个关于“难度”的故事。
Why similar: 2D Platformer 36.2%, Shooter 23.3%, Adventure 18.5%, Retro 9.6%, 2D 5.7%
- #11 あれぐろもるとがいきのこるゲーム
90% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: あれぐろもると
Windows
A 2-player co-op survival action game. Automatically attack waves of enemies, collect EXP to level up, and survive for 3 minutes to face the final boss. Revive your fallen ally by staying close!
Why similar: Shooter 32.5%, 2D Platformer 32.3%, Retro 14.6%, Action 9.6%, 2D 9.5%
- #12 Soda scuffle
89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: lwz
Windows
A survivor game. The items in life suddenly mutate, and you will control the soda that gains special abilities to defeat one monster after another to maintain peace. Rely on your movements to avoid enemy barrage. Pick up experience to upgrade, defeat all bosses you encounter, and you will win.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 35.7%, Shooter 28.8%, Adventure 22.6%, 2D 6.6%, Action 5.4%
- #13 A Dwarves Day
89% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: DewittGamesPub: none
Windows
A Dwarves Day is a 2D adventure game with platformer-style gameplay. You play as a dwarf who finds himself tricked by greed into tumbling down a treacherous hole by a pesky goblin. You must delve deep in search of a way out and get back to that gold! Just a typical day in the life of a dwarf.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 42.7%, Adventure 41.8%, 2D 12%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #14 Mischief Castle (Original NES Game)
88% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Kn56k
Windows
This is a Platformer Adventure Game for the NES, with gameplay similar to other platforms of that time. Simple jump and shoot. Navigate five maze levels each with unique enemies and bosses. Find hidden secrets and power-ups.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 45.9%, Adventure 28.6%, Retro 21.8%, Action 3.7%
- #15 Imaginarium Chronicles Seabeards Treasure
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Robert W HickeyPub: SkyStorm Games
Windows
A 2D fantasy world based on a successful comic book that offers the player the challenge of finding the hidden treasure of Seabeard the Pirate. Maneuver the maze and beat the boss fights. A fun challenging journey that introduces a unique set of characters and story.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 32.8%, Shooter 32.6%, Adventure 23.4%, 2D 9.2%, Singleplayer 2%
- #16 Turn right
87% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: chichu
Windows
Very simple and easy games
Why similar: 2D Platformer 39.7%, Shooter 31.2%, Adventure 18.3%, 2D 9.2%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #17 기어 하트
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: 프로젝트 램
Windows
공장의 진실을 찾기 위해 떠나는 주인공 OSEL의 2D 플랫포머 슈팅 어드벤쳐
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.6%, Shooter 31%, Adventure 28.8%, 2D 3.8%, Action 2.7%
- #18 Dangerous Bullets
86% matchMixed64% of 65 reviews2017
Dev: Indie Games StudioPub: Enoops
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Dangerous Bullets- This dynamic hardcore platforming, challenges you.
Why similar: Shooter 21.7%, 2D Platformer 21.7%, Retro 19.5%, Adventure 18.7%, 2D 8.4%
- #19 Power Chips
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PTW315Pub: Narue Games
Windows
A love letter to classic 2D 16-bit platforming/shooter games. Get your mechsuit ready and blast the bots in your way to figure out why a new breed of destruction is happening in the city!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.1%, Shooter 27.9%, Adventure 27.5%, Action 9.7%, 2D 5.5%
- #20 Treasure Hunter
84% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Rawi Studio
Windows
While searching for treasure in an ancient castle, an explorer is chased by shadow knights and skeletons and tries to survive.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.7%, Adventure 36.2%, Action 12.8%, 2D 10.5%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #21 Artifact Run
83% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Rawi Studio
Windows
A treasure hunter searches for artifacts in the jungle and is chased by wild animals.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.7%, Adventure 36.2%, Action 12.8%, 2D 10.5%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #22 XELAN FORCE
82% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: PIXEL CO., LTD
Windows
8BIT style vertical scrolling shooting game Zelan Force.We aimed to create a game that you can enjoy over and over again, such as the feeling of play that changes between offensive and defensive types, and the ability to search for hidden items.
Why similar: Shooter 31.8%, 2D Platformer 27.6%, Retro 25.5%, 2D 7.3%, Action 6.2%
- #23 Delicious Fruitworld
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Tortuga Software
Windows
Delicious Fruitworld is a classic jump 'n' run platformer where the goal is to complete each level with as many points as possible.Points are awarded for fruits distributed in the world and for a good time in which the level was passed. Share your score!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 36%, Adventure 31.8%, Retro 17.3%, 2D 10%, Action 3.2%
- #24 Pixel Adventure
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Millstone Games
Windows · Mac
Help Pixel navigate Retupmoc in this quaint 2D platformer, as they search for lost pixels.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 42.4%, Adventure 42.2%, 2D 11.9%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #25 RINNETENJO
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 空中楼閣(Kuchurokaku)
Windows
A mysterious fog descended upon the town, changing their destinies.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.5%, Adventure 36.5%, Action 12.9%, 2D 10.4%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #26 Prehistorik 2
81% matchVery Positive90% of 67 reviews2017
Dev: Titus InteractivePub: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prehistorik 2 is a classic platform game where you walk and jump through the levels then whack enemies on the head with a club in your quest for food.
Why similar: Adventure 33.7%, Retro 24.9%, 2D Platformer 23.5%, 2D 10.3%, Action 7.5%
- #27 Solar - To the sun
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ProjSolar
Windows
A pain worse than death is being sent back to the start. Solar is a precision platformer heavily inspired by the amazing Smilemo. Pay close attention, survive countless traps, and reach the finish line.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.5%, Adventure 36.5%, Action 12.9%, 2D 10.4%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #28 Words of Wisdom
78% matchPositive89% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: HugePixel
Windows
Poetic, philosophical and challenging platformer experience? That’s all about Words of Wisdow — innovative mix of hardcore platformer with text riddles and word puzzles.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 38.9%, Retro 26.8%, Adventure 24.2%, 2D 7.5%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #29 The Abbey of Crime Extensum
79% matchVery Positive86% of 305 reviews2016
Dev: Manuel Pazos
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 17.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%
A free game inspired by Umberto Eco's novel and Jean-Jaques Annaud's film "The Name of the Rose", and based on the game "La abadía del crimen" by Paco Menéndez and Juan Delcán.
Why similar: Adventure 62.8%, Retro 37.2%
- #30 Rumia Throws!
76% matchPositive96% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: Tosa Laboratory
Windows
Throw! Kick! Ride!A 2D action game where Touhou's Rumia goes wild throwing things!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.6%, Shooter 19.8%, Retro 17.7%, Action 11.2%, 2D 11%
- #31 Flea!
78% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: Lowtek Games
Windows
Flea is a challenging retro 2D platformer with an intriguing back story.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 35.8%, Retro 30.4%, Adventure 18.7%, Action 7.7%, 2D 6%
- #32 Jane Austen's 8-bit Adventure
77% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwise Reprise LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Play as Jane Austen, English novelist, in this 2D platforming adventure. Explore 8-bit England, fight enemies with your quill, and confront characters from Jane Austen's novels!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 36.5%, Retro 31.1%, Adventure 18.2%, Action 6.1%, 2D 5%
- #33 Super Onion Boy 2
76% matchPositive100% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: PowerSlash Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Super Onion Boy 2 is a 2D adventure game in retro style platformer. Defeat enemies on the way with the help of superpowers and epic transformations, collect coins and stars to earn extra lives, find chests with magic potions and defeat all the terrible bosses until you reach the final boss.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.3%, Retro 25.7%, Adventure 20%, 2D 10%, Action 5.8%
- #34 Moon Rat
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Spaceship Games
Windows
A charming platformer game about a Rat who embarks on an adventure where you collect cheese with properties that are out of this world.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 53.2%, Adventure 31.1%, 2D 12.9%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #35 D/Generation HD
77% matchVery Negative19% of 56 reviews2015
Dev: West Coast Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 35%
A virus has escaped at Genoq HQ in London, and Derrida, the lead scientist at Genoq, has asked you to help save the day. Travel up through the Genoq skyscraper rescuing the stranded employees and putting an end to the escaped virus.
Why similar: Adventure 64.6%, Retro 35.4%
- #36 Ravva and the Phantom Library
74% matchPositive100% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Galope Studios
Windows
Escape the Phantom Library! Embark into worlds of fantastic books haunted by dangerous ghosts, but you're not alone! Join Ravva and 4 unusual companions in this pixel-art platformer in cute dark-fantasy visuals! Can you face this challenge?
Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.8%, Shooter 26.6%, Adventure 25.2%, Retro 10.4%, Action 8.9%
- #37 SatelliteInfection
75% match5 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: ADE0033
Windows
In a world where mankind has perished, he alone cleans the universe by removing garbage (broken satellites). It is a growth type shooting game set in space. Combine many enhancements to create your own spaceship.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 43.3%, Shooter 34.5%, 2D 11%, Action 8.9%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #38 Ghost Mansion Run
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Rawi Studio
Windows
Trapped in a haunted mansion where every shadow hides a secret. Ghost Mansion Run is a fast-paced 2D survival game. Outsmart restless spirits, collect ancient soul fragments, and prove your reflexes in a race against the paranormal. Can you escape the curse?
Why similar: 2D Platformer 38.8%, Adventure 35.8%, Action 13.4%, 2D 8.4%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #39 Vampire Hunt
73% match3 user reviews75% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Rawi Studio
Windows
We try to survive and escape in a forest full of bats at midnight.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 38.1%, Adventure 36%, Action 12.7%, 2D 10.7%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #40 Give me back my fruit
73% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: cradit1111
Windows
Give me back my fruit is a single-player 2D platformer.Punish the fruit-stealing friends and take back your delicious fruit!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 45%, Shooter 33%, 2D 10.3%, Action 9.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #41 The Battle Of Evil
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: EG Studio
Windows
《The Battle Of Evil》is a pixel-style multiplayer action platform game that combines elements of horizontal scrolling and unique levels. Up to 4 people can fight together. Eliminate major evil organizations and alien armies and use characters' powerful combat skills to beat the evil armies to pieces!
Why similar: Adventure 32.7%, 2D Platformer 31.9%, Retro 15.9%, Action 11.5%, 2D 7.9%
- #42 Vulcan Sacrifice
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2018
Dev: Tartle Games
Windows
Forge the mountain shackles.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 33%, Adventure 29.5%, Retro 26.8%, 2D 8.5%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #43 Crystal's Castle
71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: David FernandezPub: FLD Games
Windows
2-D Pixel art retro platformer
Why similar: 2D Platformer 45.4%, Adventure 21.1%, Retro 14%, 2D 10.4%, Action 7.4%
- #44 James is bananas
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bearboy studiosPub: Indienauts
Windows
A double game mechanic, classic platformer and runner, free the banana village from the evil king gorilla by punching and breaking stuff but halfway each level, gear up, it's time to shoot some gummy bears!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.5%, Shooter 26.8%, Adventure 18.8%, Retro 12.3%, 2D 7.6%
- #45 Space Attack
72% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: DOWNSPADE software
Windows
SPACE ATTACK is a retro shooter with a 1970s feel. You can upgrade your ship according to your preference. Enemy battles show physics-based behavior. The difficulty level is set low for those who are not familiar with the game.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 33.9%, Shooter 33.2%, Retro 21.3%, Action 10%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #46 Emma's Umbrella
68% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Marcus Vinicius Moreira Maria
Windows
Emma's Umbrella is a challenging 2D precision platformer where you guide Emma through dangerous obstacles. Use her umbrella to create platforms, master precise movements, run, float, and wall-jump. Overcome tricky levels and help Emma find her way home!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 46.6%, Adventure 23.8%, Retro 17%, 2D 10.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #47 Retro Pistol Hero
71% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Neosphera
Windows
Retro Pistol Hero - a 3D FPS shooter in retro pixel style with procedurally generated locations. The player's task is to clear an unknown office-like space from purple crystal enemies. The game is very challenging and dynamic.
Why similar: Shooter 44.4%, Adventure 24.9%, Retro 18.3%, Action 10.1%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #48 Robbie
70% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: Alfamonk
Windows
Robbie it's a hardcore platformer 2D that will challenge your puzzle-solving skills and patience
Why similar: 2D Platformer 50.8%, Adventure 33.2%, 2D 13.6%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #49 Knights of the Road
67% matchVery Positive92% of 91 reviews2024
Dev: Shiny Byte Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
An adventure game with focus on acrobatics and discovering secrets. Classic platformer gameplay in the spirit of the 8-bit era games.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.3%, Retro 31.5%, Adventure 15.8%, 2D 8.1%, Action 5.9%
- #50 Richest Thief
68% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: MsGlobalPub: Remax42
Windows
You sprint down a dusty road, diamonds clutched in your hand, fleeing thugs. You run through crumbling buildings, past ghosts of the past. Reaching the end of the road, you watch the thieves disappear into the darkness. The diamonds remain, a promise of freedom.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 49.7%, Adventure 25.3%, 2D 12.5%, Action 10%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #51 Pasta Master
70% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Ethan Goodchild
Windows
Pasta Master is an adventure 2D platformer set in a world where pasta based food is the most popular type of dish. The game follows Jimmy, a man who gets his pasta stolen by a mysterious figure and sets of on an adventure to get it back…
Why similar: 2D Platformer 46.8%, Retro 28.4%, Adventure 15.8%, 2D 6.6%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #52 Super Yodelland: Legend of the Katzenbär
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Spalthammer - Independent Game Development
Windows
RUN.JUMP.PARAGLIDE.CLIMB.YODEL.A nice 2D-Jump-'n'-Run video game for everyone of all ages.Focused on exploring an alpine world full of mysteries.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.8%, Adventure 33.7%, Retro 17.1%, 2D 9.5%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #53 To the Basement
68% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: HugePixel
Windows
"To the Basement" offers an exciting journey in the world of robots, where players can explore mysterious locations, overcome difficulties on their way and fight with hostile machines.
Why similar: Adventure 41.4%, 2D Platformer 28.1%, Retro 21%, 2D 9.5%
- #54 BROTHER!!! Save him! - Hardcore Platformer
69% matchMixed68% of 568 reviews2020
Dev: TakeThem.Games (Creative)
Windows
The legendary game is now on Steam! Can you prove that you are a good player, go through a difficult path and save your brother? This challenge is not for wimps!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 46.9%, Adventure 22.5%, 2D 13.8%, Action 8.2%, Retro 7.7%
- #55 Super Ate in Wonderland
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Tsunehiko ShimazuPub: スタジオしまづ
Windows · Mac
Time for a cute and spooky adventure! Our little hero, Ate, is going on an adventure to see his sweetheart, Niko, who is at the top of a mountain!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 41.2%, Shooter 33.1%, 2D 9.7%, Adventure 8.4%, Action 6.5%
- #56 ReX
69% matchVery Positive81% of 115 reviews2018
Dev: Ali AsfandPub: SA Industry
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Rex is a classic hardcore 2D platformer shooter, you play as a soldier to hunt down an evil scientist. Fight your way through with powerful weapons and put an end to his mad experiments.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.1%, Shooter 23%, Adventure 21.4%, Retro 14.4%, 2D 8.2%
- #57 Dino Jump
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Fantasmius
Windows
Dino Jump is an endless runner, where you control a dinosaur with a pistol, and a lot of skins to be more stylish!
Why similar: Adventure 33%, 2D Platformer 24.9%, Shooter 24.5%, 2D 7.1%, Action 5.5%
- #58 Robot-X
67% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2022
Dev: Isaac Kasdorf
Windows
A fast-paced platform shooter inspired by 90s classics. Follow Robot-X on a journey to protect the city from a new danger, fight bosses and jump over pits in this retro experience.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.4%, Shooter 25.1%, Retro 20.3%, Adventure 13.7%, 2D 7.9%
- #59 Alien Meteor Escape
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Rawi Studio
Windows
Blast your way through relentless alien fleets and chaotic meteor fields! Alien Meteor Escape is a fast-paced 2D space shooter where reflexes are everything. Dodge, shoot, and rack up high scores to dominate the galaxy. Can you survive the cosmic mayhem and escape the void?
Why similar: 2D Platformer 37.8%, Adventure 36.3%, Action 12.8%, 2D 10.6%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #60 エネルギークラッシュ
66% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Hiroshi Kimura
Windows
This is a 2D online shooting game. Up to four players can play against each other. It is still in development, so there is only one mode and few types of players. I would like to hear the opinions of users, so I would appreciate it if you could review it even if it is a small thing.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 46.9%, Shooter 33.9%, 2D 10.5%, Action 8.7%