Games Like Crystal Gaiden Origins

A handheld-inspired platforming adventure! Escape the mysterious desert island of Khnumia...

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, Platformer 17%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Action 15.2%, Adventure 12.5%

Mister Semmel is a 2D platformer in which precision and speed are required. Can you manage to pass each level within the given time? Can you beat your own records?

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.1%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, Platformer 17.3%, 1980s 12.7%, Action 12.5%

Introducing Rectangle Guy, a brand new game by The Bare Minimum Studios. Rectangle Guy (game) features Rectangle Guy (character) in this platforming adventure! With many challenging levels and exciting boss fights, there's no shortage of things to do and see in this wacky game.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.2%, Platformer 18.4%, 2D Platformer 17%, Action 16.5%, Adventure 13.5%

The land is overrun! Join Jules and Master Sir to defeat Canc’s undead army. Master your whip and unleash the sword, axe, and cross in this old-school action-platformer. Battle through 6 levels and 6 epic bosses to destroy the ultimate evil!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.7%, Platformer 18.3%, 1980s 12.7%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Adventure 9%

2D Platformer Action/Adventure Game. Use space bar to jump. Use arrow keys to go left and right. Use mouse/trackpad to navigate menus. Using Xbox controller: Right joystick (up): jump. Left joystick: Left+Right.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23%, 2D Platformer 20%, Action 18.6%, Adventure 15.2%, 1990's 11.5%

Deathchron is an action side scroller where you play as a kid that finds an amazing mech to save the world.

Why similar: Platformer 17.2%, Action 16.2%, Side Scroller 16.1%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Adventure 13.3%

Brave Soldier: Invasion Of Cyborgs is a pixel art platform game with a lot of action. Help the soldier save the world from the Cyborg Invasion! Good Luck!

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.1%, Platformer 14.9%, 2D Platformer 13%, 1980s 11.4%, Action 9.2%

Serious Breakdown is a platformer, in the role of a robot, you need to clean up the levels as much as possible and get the necessary parts. Learn to dodge or kill enemies. At the end of the path, you will need to defeat the main villain of this universe.

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.9%, 2D Platformer 20%, Platformer 18.1%, Action 11.1%, 1980s 10.7%

A rogue hamster escapes a massive data center and is now on the run. Hack systems, survive evolving threats, and escape a collapsing cyberpunk world.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.8%, Cyberpunk 16.6%, 1990's 13.5%, Platformer 11.2%, Action 10.6%

A colorful world full of secrets and challenges. Explore, help others, unlock new masks, and reactivate the three Light Crystals before darkness takes over.

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.4%, Platformer 16.3%, Action 16.2%, Adventure 13.4%, 2D Platformer 12.2%

Platforming, fighting, depression.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.5%, Platformer 19.2%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Action 15.8%, Adventure 15.6%

Oculant is a classic retro action adventure platformer in a dark-fantasy world. Travel through the kingdom and discover what lies within the kingdom's dark secret.

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.3%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, 1980s 13.8%, 1990's 10.1%

Blinding Lite is an action-adventure platformer that focuses on tight acrobatic platforming. Venture forth and save the Elementals from their capture! Experience a flowing move set, a world brimming with character, and a world painted in NES colors!

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.5%, 2D Platformer 18%, Platformer 16.8%, Action 10%, 1980s 9.7%

Fight against different monsters and save the Castle from the fearsome Lord Skul! Especially for retro game lovers. You'll find epic battles with big Bosses, Password at every stage and high difficulty for retro lovers. All this and more awaits you in “Warrior of Wisdom”

Why similar: Platformer 18.8%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Action 17.2%, Adventure 17%, 1980s 14%

Freddy's daughter has been kidnapped by an evil dragon. To rescue her, he must cross the entire kingdom taking some ingredients with which to make a magic potion, but it won't be easy, they must be collected in a specific order and Freddy will have to overcome the dangers he finds in his path.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Platformer 15.1%, 1980s 13.4%, 1990's 9.7%

Shiro is an adventure platformer in which you have to find your missing sister

Why similar: Platformer 20.6%, Side Scroller 17.4%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Action 15%, Adventure 14.4%

Dotto Botto: a classic Super Mario Bros. style platformer game.

Why similar: Platformer 22.6%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 1980s 11.3%, Adventure 11.3%

PIGGY ONE SUPER SPARK is a single-player action game starring Xiamy, Yuez, and a lost newborn baby they happen to find. Follow the trio in their chaotic but heart-warming adventure!

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.2%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 13.6%, Cyberpunk 11.3%, Action 8.9%

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: Platformer 20.1%, Action 17.8%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Adventure 14.4%

A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!

Why similar: Platformer 15.4%, Cyberpunk 14.4%, Side Scroller 12.8%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Action 8.4%

A monochrome action platformer where the palette changes the environment around you

Why similar: Platformer 18%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Action 15.8%, Adventure 13%

A back-to-basics retro platformer! Waking up alone in a mysterious laboratory, Coraroc must make his way through colorful stages and dastardly enemies to rescue his friends. Can you help Coraroc defeat the Pacicap menace?

Why similar: Platformer 24.2%, 2D Platformer 21.3%, Side Scroller 21.1%, 1990's 12%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

Aidan in Danger is a retro-style 2D platform game. The player takes on the role of Aidan, the guardian of the last dragon. Face challenging levels, menacing creatures, and an interdimensional villain, all while enjoying beautiful graphics and an exciting soundtrack.

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.8%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Platformer 15.7%, Action 9.9%, Adventure 8.1%

Gelatinous is a platforming adventure with deep roots in games like Mega Man, Metroid, Castlevania, and other classics.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.8%, Platformer 20.6%, 1980s 14%, Action 13.8%, Adventure 10.9%

Brave through Dracula’s castle to retrieve Davids true love; his car! In this 2D platformer with stunning visuals, you’ll face goons and ghouls, fight off Dracula’s loyal staff and explore the castle on your way to the final boss, the big man himself.

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.4%, Platformer 18.2%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Action 15.1%, 1980s 11.5%

Legend has it that at the top of the mountain, there is a star that can grant any wish. Those who have tried to climb to the summit have paid a heavy price. The path to the top is treacherous. This adventure will be full of hardships and challenges each misstep will lead to a long fall.

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.1%, Platformer 27.1%, Adventure 16.8%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!

Why similar: Platformer 20.6%, Side Scroller 20.1%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Action 16.3%, Adventure 9.2%

This game will make your nerve cells cry (maybe).

Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.4%, Platformer 20.5%, 1980s 15.4%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Adventure 13.4%

A dark 2D action platformer where you fight through fractured timelines, meet mysterious allies, and shift your playstyle to survive. Master fast combat, unlock new abilities, and adapt to ever-changing challenges.

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.2%, 1980s 17%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, 1990's 12.9%, Platformer 10.9%

Panda Punch is a puzzle platformer game in which you have to control a red panda and save the world from evil alien robots.

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.3%, Cyberpunk 17.5%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Platformer 11.1%, Action 10.7%

Blaze through the world of Mainframe in this fast paced Action-Platformer inspired by the Megaman Zero Series. You play as Frame, a Data Scanner who is tasked with combating the destruction of the world. Use a variety of movement options and weapons to overcome challenges to rid the world of +ERRoR.

Why similar: Side Scroller 29.4%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Platformer 18.8%, Action 12%, Sci-fi 5.1%

Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX 1+2 Dual Collection brings together and updates the apeX of 2D action for new and old players alike. The Dual Collection includes both Luminous Avenger iX 1 and 2, with all all DLC included, as well as balance adjustments.

Why similar: Platformer 18.8%, Action 17.9%, Side Scroller 17.6%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Adventure 14.7%

A Game Boy style 8-bit platformer, giving you an old-school experience in which you can switch characters at any time and use your digging skills to make your way through the terrain!

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, Platformer 16.1%, 2D Platformer 14%, 1980s 13.3%, Action 10.3%

Hero and A Wicked Man is a game about Hero, who goes on an adventure to stop the evil Dr. Wicked. The core mechanics are shooting and platforming. Adventuring through each level and collecting more ammo gives the player an incentive to explore.

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.9%, 2D Platformer 20.3%, Platformer 17.4%, Action 10.3%, Adventure 7.6%

A retro-style action-platformer that blends the stealth shootouts of Rolling Thunder with the raw brawling of Double Dragon. The result? A thrilling 2D spy adventure set in the 1960s — packed with fists, bullets, and classic arcade energy!!

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.6%, Platformer 14.6%, Action 12.6%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Adventure 12%

Natural Allies is a 2D platform game inspired by the 8-bit era. Team up with a variety of animal buddies to stop an ancient evil from taking over! Explore 25 stages across 6 worlds, and test your skill against fearsome foes! Discover the true ending by collecting the hidden Spectral Stars.

Why similar: Platformer 20%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Action 17.5%, Adventure 14.4%, 1990's 12.5%

Gear up in your battle armor and take on the sinister Ocular Force! Become Josephine and put a stop to the power-mad cult and the mysterious phantom force behind their spree of carnage!

Why similar: Platformer 23.5%, 2D Platformer 21.8%, 1980s 21.4%, Action 20.6%, 2D 5.3%

He's a dad AND a radish! Join Dadish on his quest to rescue his missing kids in three classic platforming adventures. Dadish Collection combines Dadish, Dadish 2 and Dadish 3 in one rad package.

Why similar: Platformer 19.2%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Action 17.2%, Adventure 14.1%, 1980s 13.9%

Screen Boy is a fun 2D platformer adventure full of excitement and danger! Join Screen Boy as he explores colourful worlds, dodges traps, and takes on massive bosses. With smooth controls and action-packed levels, it’s a thrilling quest that keeps you playing! Can you Save Screen Girl?

Why similar: Platformer 19.3%, Action 18.9%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Adventure 15.5%, 1990's 12.6%

Relive the arcade glory days in Ember Island, a relentless quarter burner where every mistake costs blood and time. Fight through 12 deadly zones as a Knight, Mage, or Rogue. Chase high scores for lives, hit the checkpoints, and use unlimited continues to earn your mastery. Play the demo now.

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.7%, Platformer 19.6%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Action 11.7%, Adventure 9.8%

Working for the Pest Control company, you have been tasked with exterminating the 'pests' out of the haunted mansion. What they didn't tell you is that the pests are spooky ghosts!

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.1%, Platformer 21.5%, 2D Platformer 20%, Action 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

Challenging Platformer Adventure game with a silly look and feel, get your monkey to the end whilst fighting enemy monkeys and bosses and unlock and complete new stages. There are no checkpoints so dying sends you back to the start of your stage.

Why similar: Platformer 18.8%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Action 18%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Adventure 14.8%

Skull Bullets is a roguelike game with RPG elements. You are a risen from the dead shooter who is trying to get out of the endless forest with the undead. Upgrade your skills, get new weapons and deal with a whole crowd of enemies. Will you be able to get out? It all depends on you.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.5%, Platformer 23%, 2D Platformer 21.9%, Action 20.1%, 2D 4.9%

An arcade video game with adventure elements for the Amstrad CPC, which takes place in an abandoned Nazi base from WWII.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.6%, Platformer 23.8%, 1980s 16.6%, Adventure 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

You are Wiloo, and a lonely alien known as Dr. ETvaldo has kidnapped your dog! Now only you can save your best friend! This game is the Deluxe version of "WILOO" and "Super Wiloo Demake," rebuilt using current codebase, featuring updated pixelated graphics and many improvements!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.6%, Platformer 17.2%, Side Scroller 12.5%, 1990's 10.6%, Action 10.2%

Digital Virus is a side-scrolling 2D parkour platformer. You play as an antivirus that tries to keep your computer free of malware.

Why similar: Side Scroller 29.6%, 2D Platformer 20.6%, Platformer 19%, Cyberpunk 16.9%, Action 6.3%

A fast, funny 2D platformer where every level throws you into chaotic combat and questionable heroics, all to rescue your runaway horse… again.

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.9%, Platformer 20.3%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Action 17.7%, Adventure 10%

Fight monsters, ghosts, and zombies with your mighty sythe! Find all the secrets, and unlock powerful weapons! Avoid saws, fireballs, pools of acid, and spikes! Kraino Origins is retro gaming goodness!

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.1%, Platformer 15.6%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, 1980s 13.4%, Action 9.8%

Leaping, smashing, scorching, and exploding its way into your collection! Little Samson—the rarest and most coveted game of the 8-bit era—arrives on modern systems for everyone to enjoy!

Why similar: Platformer 20.6%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, 1990's 15.1%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Action 10.2%

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: Platformer 26.2%, Side Scroller 21%, Adventure 18.5%, Action 14.4%, 2D Platformer 14.4%

This is a pixel style platform jumping game where players need to play a courier to avoid obstacles, mechanisms, and monsters along the way. Completing a level within a limited time will earn rewards, but there will be no rewards beyond that time.

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.5%, Platformer 17.4%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Action 15.1%, Adventure 14.8%

Dead for Dread is an exciting game in which you take on the role of a brave hero who goes into the dark labyrinths to retrieve a stolen artifact. Embark on a dangerous journey through mysterious dungeons full of mysteries and sinister creatures.

Why similar: Platformer 19.7%, Action 17.6%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Adventure 17.3%, 2D Platformer 15%

BE FASTER. Take on the role of a corpo scav drone pilot, tasked with tearing through the decaying corpse of a world to salvage the remains of a powerful energy source. Master flight through hostile environments and deadly security measures in 100 precision platforming levels.

Why similar: Platformer 22.3%, 2D Platformer 21%, Action 16.7%, Adventure 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

Okko The Exiled is an action-packed adventure, where you stomp, launch, and bash your way through Kutala, a land of demons, on a quest to defeat the Demon Lord Yalda and link Okko’s isolated world with the heavens.

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.5%, 2D Platformer 20.3%, Platformer 18.5%, Action 10.8%, Adventure 7.9%

Go on a little adventure with a yellow cube. This is a minimalistic platformer in which you have to collect coins on levels to get to the next level.

Why similar: Platformer 20.5%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Side Scroller 18.8%, Action 18.3%, Adventure 17%

Area 37 is an intense revival of classic 16-bit arcade action, featuring fast-paced combat, challenging stages, and decisions that can change everything. Take control of Pink and fight your way through a machine-dominated world where nothing is as it seems.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.6%, 1980s 12%, Cyberpunk 11.8%, Platformer 11.8%, 1990's 9.8%

At the end of time, an ancient, familiar evil awakens, threatening the remaining life in the universe.

Why similar: Platformer 19.2%, Action 17.2%, Side Scroller 17%, Adventure 16.9%, 2D Platformer 14.6%

ORCS is an action/platformer 2D old school inspirated by classic like Castlevania and Ghosts 'n Goblins.

Why similar: Platformer 25.5%, Action 16.8%, Adventure 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, 2D Platformer 10.7%

Embark on a journey to kill the man who murdered your adoptive father. Fight and kill everyone who stands in your way, from killing basic foot soldiers, to fun and unique bosses. Get stronger with stat and gameplay upgrades.

Why similar: Platformer 19.3%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Action 18.2%, 2D Platformer 18%, Adventure 10.5%

A 2D Platformer RPG game clear the stages quickly as you can. Be the fastest.

Why similar: Action 22.2%, Platformer 21.8%, 2D Platformer 20%, Adventure 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%