- #1 GunnRunner
96% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: pixelCast Games
Windows
Get your fingers warm with this twin-stick shooter. Balance finesse movement with one hand while shooting accurately with the other. Plow through each enemy in your path or skillfully dodge the onslaught of bullets. Venture into the constructed world of machines and halt annihilation.
Why similar: Action 43.6%, Difficult 24.3%, Platformer 19.2%, Indie 13%
- #2 Boxwrecker Arena
97% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2019
Dev: Jealous Ducks
Windows
Boxwrecker Arena is a dynamic platformer where the levels try to beat you as much as you try to beat them! Show your wits, skill and style and become the champion!
Why similar: Action 35.9%, 3D Platformer 32.1%, Platformer 21.3%, Indie 10.7%
- #3 Konrad the Rocket
96% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: Leonardo Alexandrino
Windows
Konrad the Rocket: A hardcore platformer inspired by Orwell's 1984 and jetpacks.
Why similar: Action 45.5%, Difficult 23.8%, Platformer 17.2%, Indie 13.5%
- #4 Sockman
94% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2018
Dev: Sockware
Windows
Sockman is a single-screen platformer inspired by classics like Rick Dangerous, Jet Set Willy, Manic Miner, Jumpman, Prince of Persia… A hardcore platformer, very difficult, even more than suck your own elbow.
Why similar: Action 35.6%, Difficult 30.5%, Platformer 23.9%, Indie 10.1%
- #5 A ninja in training
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Average gamesPub: Average games
Windows
30 stages of 3d platforms earnable medals fast paced action
Why similar: Action 33.6%, 3D Platformer 29.6%, Platformer 22.6%, First-Person 12.7%, Indie 1.6%
- #6 Deadly Traps
93% matchMixed61% of 23 reviews2017
Dev: BT Studios
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Battle yourself through dangerous traps in this fast-paced platformer.
Why similar: Action 43.7%, Difficult 23.6%, Platformer 20.2%, Indie 12.6%
- #7 Darkour
92% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: Brian Egana
Windows · Mac · Linux
Darkour is a 2D platformer where darkness is your platform.
Why similar: Action 34.5%, Difficult 31%, Platformer 24.3%, Indie 10.3%
- #8 EvilMorph
91% matchVery Positive82% of 94 reviews2017
Dev: ClickGames
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Evilmorph – this is a platform game the main feature of which is a transformation into your enemies after killing them. After slaying the foes you obtain their abilities which gives you one kind of power instead of another. Will you be able to overcome all the obstacles of the grim labyrinth? Will you face against the numerous enemies?
Why similar: Action 61.9%, Difficult 18.7%, Platformer 14.4%, Indie 4.9%
- #9 CactusLamp
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Miquéias Veloso
Windows · Linux
Take on the seven deadly sins in CactusLamp, an intense 2D action-platformer centered around unforgiving boss battles. Each sin is embodied as an epic boss inspired by Brazilian culture, requiring precision and fast reflexes to be victorious in this unique pixel art world.
Why similar: Difficult 35.4%, Action 29.5%, Platformer 23.5%, Indie 11.6%
- #10 Wandering Gem Jockeying
91% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: sinis
Windows
Run, slip, slide, collect, glide, jump, fly and (don't) die in this chill, ice-themed, platformer.
Why similar: Action 44.5%, Platformer 21.5%, Difficult 21.2%, Indie 12.9%
- #11 Broken Dimensions
90% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Abhinav Rawat
Windows
A skill based platformer, Clear levels get platforming skills explore ... escape
Why similar: 3D Platformer 35.7%, Action 25.4%, Platformer 22.3%, First-Person 13.4%, Indie 3.2%
- #12 Overclocked
89% matchVery Positive93% of 321 reviews2018
Dev: Magnesium Ninja
Windows · Mac
Overclocked is a free-flowing action game that blends combat and platforming to create a fluid and rhythmic experience. Take on the role of Amber, a glass-cannon vigilante, as you fight to uncover a plot that threatens to tear your home apart.
Why similar: Action 42.9%, Difficult 25.5%, Platformer 20.2%, Indie 11.4%
- #13 Sacred Stones
89% matchVery Positive82% of 55 reviews2018
Dev: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Retro sidescrolling action and adventure greet you in Sacred Stones! The indie atmosphere is easy to immerse yourself in. Have a great time as you explore, run/jump & fight your way to victory. This game is perfect for both hardcore and casual fans alike seeking that nostalgic-indie fix!
Why similar: Action 51.6%, Platformer 16.9%, Indie 16%, Difficult 15.6%
- #14 A Walk in the Dark
88% matchVery Positive80% of 385 reviews2013
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
In this action platformer you play as a cat, Bast, running through a dark fantasy world. You’ll be running, jumping and sliding with smooth and precise controls designed to make you feel like a cat. But it wont be easy. In the dark you never know what lies in the shadows.
Why similar: Platformer 35.1%, Action 29.9%, Difficult 22.7%, Indie 12.4%
- #15 Deadfall Tropics
86% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2018
Dev: Studio Jimothy
Windows
Play as smuggler Hank Hudson in this 2D action platformer as he defies death at every turn to find his way off a deadly tropical island...
Why similar: Action 43.3%, Difficult 26.3%, Platformer 17.5%, Indie 12.9%
- #16 DungeonGOGO
86% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Davids
Windows · Mac
DungeonGOGO is a challenging precision platformer where you escape from a light prison and help rescue your friends from the secret chambers where they are being held.
Why similar: Action 35.9%, Difficult 26.9%, Platformer 21.4%, Indie 15.8%
- #17 Pogo
84% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2018
Dev: kangawallapuss
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hold on tight it's time to bounce! Pogo is a goofy yet challenging 3D physics platformer that will make you laugh with joy and cry with frustration.
Why similar: Action 41.8%, 3D Platformer 24.5%, Difficult 20.5%, Indie 13.2%
- #18 I Want To Go Down
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MalacKite
Windows
Bring the boy on the clouds down. One mistake, and you may have to climb back up as far as you’ve come.
Why similar: Action 40.2%, 3D Platformer 29.5%, Platformer 26.5%, Indie 3.9%
- #19 Geoid
85% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2017
Dev: Zen Relay Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Geoid is a modern, stylish take on old-school 3D platformers. Roll and jump your way through unique hazards and mechanics to collect all the golden triangles and silver hexagons!
Why similar: Action 34%, 3D Platformer 32.9%, Platformer 22%, Indie 11.1%
- #20 Run and Jump
83% matchPositive91% of 44 reviews2018
Dev: Run and jump games
Windows · Mac
Run and Jump is a challenging 3D platformer game.
Why similar: Action 49.3%, 3D Platformer 36.4%, Indie 14.3%
- #21 Super Helmets on Fire DX Ultra Edition Plus Alpha
84% 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 33.9%, Action 30.6%, Platformer 26.6%, Indie 8.9%
- #22 Evil Icebox
81% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: MATER
Windows
'Evil Icebox' is simply hard 3D Platformer Action Game. and it has simple operation sensitivity. You can attack the enemies, but can't kill them. It consists of 11 stages. Have Fun!
Why similar: 3D Platformer 37.4%, Platformer 28.9%, Action 27.9%, Indie 5.8%
- #23 Flem
82% matchVery Positive83% of 58 reviews2015
Dev: Henchman & Goon
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Try, die, cry, repeat. Flem is an old school hard-as-nails platformer about a sentient snot ball, with a nose-stalgia inducing soundtrack.
Why similar: Action 49%, Platformer 22.3%, Indie 14.4%, Difficult 14.3%
- #24 Barbara-ian
82% matchPositive81% of 26 reviews2017
Dev: Owlbear
Windows · Mac
Break-neck dungeoneering with 1 hit point. You play Barbara-ian, a mythical badass with perma-rage & a penchant for smashing. Featuring super fast paced physics based mayhem, one hit is all that stands between you and a quick restart
Why similar: Action 48.8%, Difficult 36.6%, Indie 14.5%
- #25 Super Galaxy Boy
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DesignBy.Cloud
Windows
Let go of Gravity in this indie platformer adventure! Search from one star system to the next and blast beyond your enemies with your multi-functional raygun to save your friends!
Why similar: Action 35%, Difficult 28.8%, Platformer 20.8%, Indie 15.4%
- #26 Spencer
81% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: EntwicklerX
Windows
Spencer is a classic Jump´n Run with challenging levels and enemies. Find missing items, destroy enemies, collect coins and diamonds. 3D graphics packed in a nice graphics style, great 2.5D levels and proven gameplay gives you hours of fun.
Why similar: Action 35%, 3D Platformer 31.3%, Platformer 22.7%, Indie 10.9%
- #27 Block States
71% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Lomz
Windows
Block States is a first-person speedrunning game built around pure movement. No enemies. No combat. Just momentum, precision jumps, and Steam-connected leaderboards where every millisecond counts.
Why similar: Action 33.8%, 3D Platformer 29.3%, Platformer 23%, First-Person 13.8%
- #28 Fallen Bird
79% matchPositive87% of 38 reviews2018
Dev: Starmyth
Windows
A fallen bird from the nest. Could the bird go back to the nest? Tweeeeeeeeeeet~~
Why similar: Action 53%, 3D Platformer 31.2%, Indie 15.8%
- #29 Bob The Cube
80% matchMixed55% of 29 reviews2018
Dev: Tomas Daugela
Windows
Bob The Cube is a 3D platformer game. Bob The Cube is the main character of the game. Bob's girlfriend was kidnapped and you have to complete all the levels to rescue her. You have to go through 15 unique 3D and 2.5D levels in 5 different worlds.
Why similar: Action 37.9%, 3D Platformer 28.3%, Platformer 22.5%, Indie 11.3%
- #30 KuniTure
78% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2019
Dev: Ken Davis
Windows
A game that looks pretty, but not easy
Why similar: Action 39.3%, Difficult 35.2%, Platformer 25.5%
- #31 ACCEL-X
77% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: T.AdVance
Windows
Super fast time attack action game!
Why similar: Action 60.5%, Difficult 33.7%, Indie 5.8%
- #32 Jetlad
79% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: KBS Games
Windows
Jetlad is a challenging jet-fueled platformer. Help Jetlad collect the gems of each level and reach the goal unharmed. Jetlad flies around using his jet-pack. Jetlad will explode when he runs out of fuel or touches any hazards. Are you able to help Jetlad overcome the obstacles that await him?
Why similar: Action 44.6%, Difficult 22.6%, Platformer 19.6%, Indie 13.3%
- #33 dontbegrey
77% matchMixed65% of 33 reviews2017
Dev: Evgeny PetrovPub: Not a Prototype games
Windows · Linux
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 43.4%, Difficult 24.2%, Platformer 19.1%, Indie 13.3%
- #34 Crash Bandicoot™ 4: It’s About Time
69% matchVery Positive87% of 3,801 reviews2022
Dev: Toys for BobPub: Activision
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
It’s About Time - the critically-acclaimed Crash Bandicoot™ 4: It's About Time is now on Steam!
Why similar: 3D Platformer 32%, Difficult 26.8%, Action 20.6%, Platformer 20.6%
- #35 The Square Game
74% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Aiden J Rodgers
Windows
The Square Game is an insanely hard 2D action platformer with 24 short action packed levels.
Why similar: Action 55.9%, Indie 16.6%, Difficult 15.9%, Platformer 11.5%
- #36 Leilani's Island
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ishisoft
Windows
Leilani has got to roll, jump, and smash things to take back her island from mechanical invasion! A tropical 2D platformer in the making for PC.
Why similar: Action 60.4%, Platformer 22.2%, Indie 17.5%
- #37 Crossbow Warrior - The Legend of William Tell
76% matchMixed59% of 34 reviews2015
Dev: MobyDick GamesPub: Scherrer Medien GmbH
Windows · Mac
Crossbow Warrior has 29 exciting levels with 4 different game types like classical Jump'n'run-, Sniper-, TempleRun-, Boat-Levels! Experience the whole story behind the legend of William Tell with a multitude of lovely graphics!
Why similar: Action 38.3%, Difficult 26.2%, Platformer 24.6%, Indie 10.9%
- #38 Mini Rollers
75% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2017
Dev: Gawkfish StudiosPub: Alex Gimson
Windows
Mini Rollers is a rolling-ball platformer game, where players must race against the clock to get their balls to the goal. Roll, jump, and swing through a variety of obstacles, enemies, and challenges with 18 unique balls.
Why similar: Action 37.5%, 3D Platformer 29.4%, Platformer 21.3%, Indie 11.7%
- #39 BLEAK: Welcome to Glimmer
75% matchVery Positive89% of 75 reviews2016
Dev: Novelline, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
A super high difficulty, fantastical 2D action platformer complete with an expansive original soundtrack. 20+ Levels. Multiple playable characters. Rich lore. BLEAK: Welcome to Glimmer is Act One in a timeless tale of loss and redemption.
Why similar: Action 57.7%, Indie 17%, Difficult 14.2%, Platformer 11.1%
- #40 Run The Gamut
76% match9 user reviews33% of 9 reviews2016
Dev: Playdev Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
100 levels with three difficulty levels - Casual, Hardcore and Ultra mode. On Ultra Mode, we take no responsibility for any broken keyboards or gamepads.
Why similar: Action 34.3%, Difficult 28.2%, Platformer 22.3%, Indie 15.1%
- #41 Kickochet
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AesthPub: Robo Corp
Windows
Kickochet is a tough-as-nails-lite™ action game where you skillfully kick and ricochet your only shuriken off walls, around puzzles, and through robot faces. Race the clock, rescue your ninja cat, and destroy Robo Corp before their cat memes take over the world!
Why similar: Action 53.9%, Difficult 30%, Indie 16.1%
- #42 Swiftly
74% matchMixed51% of 142 reviews2016
Dev: Cleverweek
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Swiftly is a very challenging platformer game. It has simple graphics and easy to understand rules, but you are going to have a hard time completing the levels.
Why similar: Action 63.7%, Platformer 21.9%, Indie 14.4%
- #43 Jarumi
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KabDev Games
Windows
Play as Jarumi, a lone warrior journeying through corrupted realms to stop Halaka from claiming the world.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 29.1%, Difficult 27.5%, Action 23%, Platformer 20.5%
- #44 Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow
70% matchMixed60% of 106 reviews2019
Dev: Disney Interactive StudiosPub: Disney
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 25%
When he morphs into a Ninja, you'd better Duck.
Why similar: Action 66.4%, Platformer 33.6%
- #45 The Windzen Hero
71% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Windzen
Windows
Re:Made - Re:Designed - Re:HERO! A complete overhaul released in 2025! Ten Stages of Run and Gun Action! Choose Different Paths on Different Play Throughs!
Why similar: Action 66.8%, Platformer 33.2%
- #46 Twisted
72% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2017
Dev: Szekretar
Windows
Twisted is a clever action-platformer game combined with the best gameplay elements like time and object manipulation, clever enemies, traps and other challenges.
Why similar: Action 73.2%, Platformer 26.8%
- #47 Secret Agent
72% matchVery Positive85% of 109 reviews2014
Dev: Apogee Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 6 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 23%
You are agent 006 - top agent of the government's secret organization committed to protecting the world against terrorists and power-mad criminals. Your mission: to parachute into a high -security island outpost and secure the plans to the ultimate satellite laser weapon, which was recently stolen from the government.
Why similar: Action 67.5%, Platformer 32.5%
- #48 Rusty's Adventure
58% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: NBGames
Windows
Meet Rusty, a goofy but shy alien, and help him find his way back home in Rusty's Adventure!
Why similar: Action 40%, 3D Platformer 31.3%, Platformer 24.8%, Indie 3.9%
- #49 Gibba Gibba!
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Gibbs
Windows
Your faithful dog Habanilla gets snatched in broad daylight and it's up to you to save him! Dash, Bounce and Roll as clay man Gibba as you go from farm to castle in this casual and cute 3D platformer.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 43.1%, Action 32.5%, Platformer 20.6%, Indie 3.7%
- #50 Nux
73% matchMostly Negative39% of 471 reviews2014
Dev: IdigiconPub: KPL
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
You are NUX, sole survivor of the Nexon warrior tribe. The evil Silthax has invaded your home world of Nexolus, devoured your fellow Nexons and stolen the sacred power crystals from your village.
Why similar: Action 72%, Platformer 28%
- #51 DOTORI
67% matchMostly Positive70% of 30 reviews2020
Dev: indev-studioPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
The tale of Rico the Squirrel to save his sister
Why similar: Action 53.3%, Difficult 17.1%, Indie 15.6%, Platformer 14.1%
- #52 PixelCaves
57% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: VictorOurVBuddy
Windows
A Game where you need to run as fast as you can.
Why similar: 3D Platformer 32.6%, Platformer 24.6%, Action 23.1%, First-Person 15.4%, Indie 4.2%
- #53 Rynn's Adventure: Trouble in the Enchanted Forest
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2016
Dev: Arcane Four Studios
Windows · Mac
Rynn’s Adventure is a 2D platformer game in which the player guides Rynn through a variety of environments teeming with magic and danger. The player will help Rynn combat the many enemies she encounters and outwit each of their fearsome generals.
Why similar: Difficult 37.7%, Platformer 28.8%, Action 22.6%, Indie 10.9%
- #54 Ember Kaboom
68% matchVery Positive82% of 119 reviews2016
Dev: Josh Koenig Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 18 minMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Ember's a fox who loves adventure. Run, jump, and ride through 30+ colorful, fast-paced obstacle courses in a quest to get your missing soul back!
Why similar: Action 56.6%, Platformer 27.2%, Indie 16.2%
- #55 Chowderchu
70% matchMixed59% of 58 reviews2016
Dev: Ryan Jensen
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Made for Wizards, by Wizards. Chowderchu tells the tale of how two unlikely 'zard-buddies join forces to overcome great obstacles. A challenging game with a unique play-style involving the mouse and keyboard. Creative problem-solving is essential and there are different ways of approaching each level.
Why similar: Action 69.6%, Difficult 21.4%, Indie 8.9%
- #56 The Flesh God
68% matchPositive81% of 21 reviews2017
Dev: Nuberu Games
Windows
The Flesh God is a tough action platformer where you shoot a massive gun to fly through deadly levels infested with mutant flesh.
Why similar: Action 54.4%, Platformer 29.4%, Indie 16.2%
- #57 Let Catch Me
56% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: RockG Studio
Windows
Let Catch Me is a bodycam-perspective survival horror game. In the game, players must survive in a cramped, eerie, and terrifying forest are combined with the horror demons, where players must to take pictures to score and to gain chances of survival and escape from enemies
Why similar: Action 32.2%, Difficult 20.8%, 3D Platformer 16.6%, First-Person 14.6%, Platformer 13%