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Games Like Dark Roll

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Platformer, Singleplayer, Action, Adventure.

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Dark Roll is a FREE single player game, in which the player goes through a series of uniquely designed levels. Your agility will be tested along with your logic. Each level is planned to provide a different challenge.

Reviews: Very Positive — 86% — of 256 reviews
Released: 2019-08-01
Developer: Artbarian Games
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Free To Play
Platforms: Windows

Overview

Dark Roll is a challenging, physics-based 3D platformer that tests player agility and patience within a dark, minimalist atmosphere. These recommendations prioritize games that feature high-stakes precision movement, physics-driven mechanics, and the punishing difficulty characteristic of the souls-like subgenre.

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  1. #1 Broll
    97% matchMostly Positive73% of 162 reviews2020
    Dev: Victor Game Studio
    Windows · Linux

    Broll is a 3D ragdoll-based platformer, explore open levels, use the ragdoll to interact with the world, and solve awesome challenges!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.3%, 3D Platformer 26.1%, Physics 20.4%, Platformer 10.5%, Action 2.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A 3D physics-based platformer that focuses on momentum and precision in an open-world setting.

  2. #2 Armillo
    96% matchVery Positive89% of 244 reviews2020
    Dev: Fuzzy Wuzzy Games Inc.
    Windows

    A sci-fi-style rolling 3D platformer.

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 42.3%, Platformer 19.2%, Top-Down 13.8%, Action 12.8%, Casual 6.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A 3D platformer that features rolling mechanics and challenging level design similar to the seed game.

  3. #3 Ballance
    96% matchVery Positive84% of 467 reviews2024
    Dev: CyparadePub: Ziggurat
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 35%

    In this 2004 classic originally released by Atari games, you will navigate 12 sky-high courses. Each course is fraught with different obstacles that will block your path, slide your marble off course, or blow them right into the bottomless void below.

    Why similar: Physics 25.5%, 3D Platformer 24.7%, Platformer 12.1%, Top-Down 11.6%, Arcade 10.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic physics-based puzzle-platformer where you must carefully navigate a ball through increasingly difficult 3D environments.

  4. #4 Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy
    95% matchVery Positive82% of 82,367 reviews2017
    Dev: Bennett Foddy
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    A game I made for a certain kind of person. To hurt them.

    Why similar: Difficult 55.4%, Physics 24.3%, Platformer 7.8%, Funny 4.6%, Singleplayer 3.6%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the same spirit of extreme frustration and physics-based movement that defines the difficulty of Dark Roll.

  5. #5 Polyroll
    94% matchVery Positive94% of 99 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: Difficult 50.6%, Platformer 29.4%, Action 14.3%, Singleplayer 5.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A challenging platformer featuring a rolling protagonist that emphasizes exploration and side-scrolling precision.

  6. #6 OVIVO
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 468 reviews2017
    Dev: IzHard
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    OVIVO is a minimalistic platformer with unusual mechanics where everything is as simple as black and white. The journey in this metaphoric world is filled with illusions and hidden messages.

    Why similar: Difficult 29.6%, Physics 23.1%, Dark 20.6%, Platformer 14.5%, Action 4.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, dark-themed platformer that utilizes physics and gravity-shifting mechanics to create a unique challenge.

  7. #7 Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania
    93% matchVery Positive82% of 1,620 reviews2021
    Dev: RGG StudioPub: SEGA
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Go Bananas with your favorite monkey gang in the ultimate Super Monkey Ball adventure!

    Why similar: Difficult 32.8%, Platformer 22.7%, 3D Platformer 18.2%, Action 11.6%, Arcade 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for rolling-based platforming games that require immense control and precision.

  8. #8 Cloudbuilt
    92% matchVery Positive87% of 949 reviews2014
    Dev: Coilworks
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Rocket parkour your way through dizzying obstacles and lethal robot hazards, in this 3rd person action platformer with over 40 levels, and even more community levels.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 26.4%, 3D Platformer 19.6%, Difficult 18.1%, Dark 11.9%, Platformer 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A high-speed 3D platformer that demands perfect precision and mastery of movement mechanics.

  9. #9 Jump King
    91% matchVery Positive90% of 13,367 reviews2019
    Dev: Nexile
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Take up the challenge and face true high-stakes platforming in Jump King! Struggle upwards in search of the Smoking Hot Babe of legend, but explore with care; a single missed jump could lead to a long fall back down...

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.3%, Difficult 35.9%, Platformer 7.9%, Indie 2.9%, Action 2.7%

    Why You'll Like It: An unforgiving precision platformer that tests your patience and skill with every single jump.

  10. #10 Vectromirror 0™
    91% matchVery Positive86% of 463 reviews2020
    Dev: The Vectromirror InitiativePub: Burnout Game Ventures
    Windows

    Become the Test Subject and attempt to complete a challenging experiment to awaken emotional responses in your Artificial Intelligence. Jump, wall-run, and parkour your way through the free-to-play prequel to the upcoming game.

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 46%, Platformer 22.9%, Action 11.1%, Indie 7.4%, Physics 6.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play 3D parkour platformer that focuses on speed and precision in a minimalist environment.

  11. #11 Human Fall Flat
    90% matchVery Positive95% of 226,547 reviews2016
    Dev: No Brakes GamesPub: Curve Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.9 hrsMean: 22.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Human Fall Flat is a hilarious, light-hearted platformer set in floating dreamscapes that can be played solo or with up to 8 players online. Free new levels keep its vibrant community rewarded.

    Why similar: Physics 41%, Co-op 21.6%, Funny 14.3%, 3D Platformer 10.2%, Action 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A physics-based platformer where the movement itself is the primary challenge to overcome.

  12. #12 WarriOrb
    89% matchMostly Positive79% of 180 reviews2020
    Dev: Not Yet
    Windows · Linux

    Demons, giants, mutants, and a talking Ball with hybrid limbs?! In WarriOrb you play as a mighty demon trapped in an unlikely body. The path ahead is not an easy one. Will you do whatever it takes to regain your freedom?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 33.9%, Difficult 25.4%, Dark Fantasy 21.7%, Platformer 12.3%, Action 3.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A souls-like platformer that combines difficult traversal with a dark, atmospheric fantasy world.

  13. #13 Dream Alone
    89% matchMixed58% of 57 reviews2018
    Dev: Play2ChillPub: No Gravity Games
    Windows

    Are you skilled enough to face frequent deaths, survive deadly traps and avoid scary enemies? Enjoy an ultra difficult classic 2D platformer with a dark story! Master your special abilities, enter an alternate reality, and clone yourself to get through 21 hardcore levels!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 26.1%, Difficult 20.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, Dark 15.2%, Arcade 9.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark, difficult puzzle-platformer that shares the gloomy aesthetic and punishing gameplay of Dark Roll.

  14. #14 Fell
    86% matchVery Positive95% of 92 reviews2025
    Dev: Dakota Vaughan
    Windows

    Fell is a 2d Precision Platformer with a retro semi-1-bit aesthetic. Play through multiple unique areas, unlock new color palettes, and use fun movement abilities to conquer levels and make difficult jumps!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 71.7%, Platformer 11.5%, Action-Adventure 7.4%, Action 5.7%, Indie 2.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, atmospheric precision platformer that focuses on navigating dangerous underground environments.

  15. #15 Nolgorb's Ordeal
    87% matchMostly Positive74% of 68 reviews2024
    Dev: Hard Meat
    Windows · Linux

    Now with barely functioning co-op features! A challenging 3D platformer with little room for error. Escape a dungeon, alone or with others jumping to the top, and sacrifice your collectables for items to aid in your ordeal.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 38.1%, 3D Platformer 24.2%, Difficult 23%, Platformer 9.1%, Funny 4.8%

    Why You'll Like It: An unforgiving 3D precision platformer that mirrors the high difficulty and dark tone of the seed game.

  16. #16 MEGAJUMP
    88% matchMostly Positive75% of 145 reviews2020
    Dev: Laptop gaming
    Windows

    Only some will reach the top. Will you be one of them? in this precision 3D platformer where every jump is a risk and easy to learn-hard to master controls you will certainly feel rewarded once you start climbing from the Pit of Despair. Just don't fall. FREE NOW

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 28.1%, Difficult 18.6%, 3D Platformer 17.8%, Physics 12.3%, Dark 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A difficult 3D platformer that combines precision movement with psychological-horror elements.

  17. #17 Super Meat Boy
    85% matchVery Positive94% of 39,051 reviews2010
    Dev: Team Meat
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 56.5%, Difficult 24.8%, Platformer 12.9%, Indie 2.6%, Singleplayer 1.4%

    Why You'll Like It: The benchmark for difficult, precision-based platforming that requires muscle memory and persistence.

  18. #18 Celeste
    84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 146,121 reviews2018
    Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 26.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.8%, Difficult 32.1%, Platformer 12.9%, Indie 3.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A highly acclaimed precision platformer that balances intense difficulty with a deep, atmospheric narrative.

  19. #19 Brainmelter Deluxe
    86% matchPositive98% of 52 reviews2019
    Dev: Cosmocat
    Windows

    Melt your brain with this twisted take on the platform genre!

    Why similar: Difficult 58.8%, Platformer 25.5%, Action 8.5%, Indie 3.7%, Singleplayer 3.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A difficult side-scrolling platformer that features perma-death and intense, reflex-based challenges.

  20. #20 DROS
    83% matchVery Positive96% of 134 reviews2023
    Dev: emergeWorlds
    Windows

    Swap between a gooey creature and her human shell in this body-swapping puzzle adventure. Outsmart enemies, solve clever challenges, and escape a twisted Alchemy Tower.

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 26.5%, Dark Fantasy 22.4%, Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Funny 6.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A 3D platformer with a dark, steampunk-inspired fantasy aesthetic and complex level design.

  21. #21 Grow Home
    82% matchVery Positive92% of 5,621 reviews2015
    Dev: Reflections, a Ubisoft StudioPub: Infogrames
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Experience the freedom of unbounded climbing as you take control of BUD, a procedurally animated robot on a quest to save his planet. Create your own path through an alien world as you control and ride a giant plant on a vertical journey to the stars.

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 55.4%, Physics 16.6%, Platformer 9.2%, Singleplayer 6.2%, Casual 5.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A physics-based climbing game that focuses on unique, experimental movement mechanics.

  22. #22 Midnight
    84% matchMostly Positive74% of 81 reviews2016
    Dev: Petite Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Precision puzzle platformer. Launch a square fairy through 56 deadly levels using only your mouse.

    Why similar: Difficult 37.9%, Physics 35.7%, Platformer 13.6%, Singleplayer 5.1%, Casual 3%

    Why You'll Like It: A 2D physics-based platformer that focuses on atmospheric exploration and challenging traversal.

  23. #23 Entangled
    81% matchVery Positive93% of 57 reviews2022
    Dev: P² Studios
    Windows

    Complete physics-based platformer puzzles as you venture deeper into an abandoned research facility responsible for developing ominously powerful quantum entanglement technology.

    Why similar: Physics 63.2%, Platformer 22.1%, Singleplayer 7.5%, Casual 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A physics-based puzzle-platformer that tests your logic and movement in a sci-fi setting.

  24. #24 Andarin Weppes: Pre-Dementia
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 192 reviews2024
    Dev: MötivPub: Next in Game
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 24%

    Andarin Weppes is a first person puzzle experience of a man with ever advancing dementia...

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 45.7%, Platformer 19.5%, Dark 15.4%, Physics 9.8%, 3D 6.3%

    Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric 3D platformer that uses puzzle-solving and navigation to create a sense of unease.

  25. #25 Skelethrone: The Prey
    79% matchMostly Positive75% of 452 reviews2024
    Dev: 70`StrikePub: Valkyrie Initiative
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 1.5 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    This game is a challenging 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by games like Castlevania and Dark Souls. Skelethrone: The Prey is a free prequel to the main game, setting the stage for the events that will unfold throughout Skelethrone: The Chronicles of Ericona campaign.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 39.1%, Difficult 36.6%, Platformer 14.3%, Action 6.3%, Singleplayer 3.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark-fantasy, souls-like platformer that focuses on challenging combat and precise movement.

  26. #26 Grimind
    82% matchMixed64% of 292 reviews2014
    Dev: Paweł MogiłaPub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Grimind is a 2D, physics based, adventure, platform game in horror/creepy theme. Grimind casts you into forgotten caves and ancient crypts, without memories. While being there you have to demonstrate great manual skills to pass obstacles and solve non trivial puzzles to get out of scary environment and additionally discover what are you...

    Why similar: Platformer 50.3%, Physics 23.2%, Indie 17.3%, Action 9.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A physics-based puzzle-platformer set in a dark, eerie world that requires careful manipulation of objects.

  27. #27 Oeuf
    77% matchVery Positive96% of 113 reviews2026
    Dev: increpare games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    3D physics-platformer where you are an egg! Roll, hop and slide your way back home.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.5%, 3D Platformer 20.4%, Dark 11.7%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Physics 8.4%

  28. #28 Toby: The Secret Mine
    81% matchMostly Positive70% of 743 reviews2015
    Dev: Lukas Navratil
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    A challenging puzzle platformer inspired by games like Limbo and Badland.

    Why similar: Dark 27.7%, Difficult 25.5%, Platformer 23.5%, Indie 9.5%, Action 5.5%

    Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, dark-themed platformer that emphasizes exploration and environmental hazards.

  29. #29 Fall Again
    77% matchMostly Positive74% of 68 reviews2026
    Dev: Muffin
    Windows

    A brutally difficult physics-based platformer designed to test your patience, precision, and sanity.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.5%, 3D Platformer 18.1%, Physics 18%, Platformer 9.5%, Arcade 5.9%

  30. #30 UROS: A Trip Through Shadows
    80% matchMixed61% of 67 reviews2021
    Dev: Oniric KittensPub: ESAT
    Windows

    Uros is a 2.5D metroidvania-style action platformer. Enter the nightmares, upgrade your skills, fight against creepy creatures and face the evil god of nightmares in your mission to restore stability to the dream world.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 36.2%, 3D Platformer 24.3%, Platformer 18.5%, Dark 13.1%, Action 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A dark, metroidvania-style platformer that emphasizes exploration and difficult action sequences.

  31. #31 Dark Roll: Free Kick Challenge
    78% matchVery Positive81% of 1,220 reviews2021
    Dev: Artbarian Games
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 39%

    A ball rolling game, where you take football free kicks. Single player challenges, Steam Leaderboards and ranked multiplayer. Free to play.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.4%, Difficult 25.5%, Physics 15.1%, 3D Platformer 13%, Arcade 10.6%

  32. #32 Y2ROLL
    76% matchVery Positive94% of 88 reviews2025
    Dev: MenacingMecha
    Windows · Linux

    Y2ROLL is an N64-style minimalistic physics-based arcade-style marble rolling game that will take you back to the turn of the millennium.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 46.8%, Arcade 14.2%, Physics 10.3%, 3D Platformer 8.6%, Difficult 6.6%

  33. #33 Super Sami Roll
    76% matchVery Positive83% of 191 reviews2021
    Dev: Sonzai Games
    Windows

    Sami’s on a mission to rescue his friend Vera and he needs your help! Join him in this exhilarating, colorful 3D platformer and fast roll, air-grapple, and jump to save her!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 23.4%, 3D Platformer 21%, Difficult 19.8%, Physics 15.5%, Platformer 8%

  34. #34 Get Tilted! :)
    74% matchVery Positive98% of 51 reviews2025
    Dev: Timebat Studio
    Windows

    Tilt and jump your way out of the depths of a grand city. A difficult game where falling is your biggest obstacle, get used to starting over. Don't get too tilted :)

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 28.7%, Difficult 19.2%, 3D Platformer 18.1%, Physics 15.1%, Platformer 7.1%

  35. #35 Bat to Bed
    74% matchVery Positive84% of 67 reviews2025
    Dev: Brothers Make Games
    Windows · Mac

    A punishing yet friendly get-to-the-top adventure across a haunted, retro-inspired world.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.2%, Difficult 25.1%, Dark 16.2%, Dark Fantasy 7.3%, Action 5%

  36. #36 Upfall
    72% matchVery Positive100% of 53 reviews2025
    Dev: Amicable Animal
    Windows

    Upfall is a game about bouncing, dodging, and near death experiences. Burst bubbles to progress upwards, but be careful to dodge the hazards in the depths. How far will your upfall be? A free game for the in betweens.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 41.9%, Difficult 23%, Arcade 12.8%, Platformer 12.2%, Action 4.4%

  37. #37 Cave Crawler
    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 3,123 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: Precision Platformer 54.1%, Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 16.3%, Action 5.4%, Casual 3.1%

  38. #38 On A Roll 3D
    75% matchVery Positive86% of 269 reviews2015
    Dev: Battenberg Software
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    On A Roll 3D is a fast, colourful 3D platform game. Roll your way through 24 huge levels across six different themes and be prepared to take on spikes, mines, dynamite, conveyor belts, springs, switches, doors, bumpers, lasers, saws, fire, ice, water, electricity, trapdoors and much much more.

    Why similar: Arcade 27.7%, Platformer 27.1%, Action 11.3%, Funny 8.8%, Action-Adventure 8%

  39. #39 AtmaSphere
    73% matchMostly Positive80% of 2,012 reviews2018
    Dev: Mazen GamesPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    AtmaSphere is roll-a-ball game set in a medieval world which is full of dangerous traps and uncertain paths! Roll all you want, but don't fall off! Collect all diamonds to impress Ballerina, and get Ballard safely to her house!

    Why similar: 3D Platformer 22%, Difficult 20.4%, Physics 16.6%, Dark 9.6%, Platformer 9.1%

  40. #40 ImpossiBowl
    72% matchVery Positive88% of 76 reviews2023
    Dev: Ducktopus Games
    Windows

    ImpossiBowl is a Chaotically Challenging Bowling Game with Platforming mechanics. Explore a variety of Weird Levels, Unlock new Balls and Powers on your journey to become the Champion!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.8%, Difficult 17.3%, 3D Platformer 17.2%, Physics 16.8%, Arcade 7.8%

  41. #41 Road to Ballhalla
    73% matchVery Positive88% of 429 reviews2016
    Dev: Torched HillPub: tinyBuild
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    Roll and be trolled on your journey to the legendary place called Ballhalla. Follow the beat to overcome deadly hazards in sync with the music. Style your balls and marble at awful puns in the roll playing game of the year!

    Why similar: Difficult 21.9%, 3D Platformer 20.1%, Physics 14.4%, Arcade 12%, Top-Down 9.7%

  42. #42 ZRoll
    75% matchMixed56% of 213 reviews2017
    Dev: KxONEPub: Bitlock Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    In ZRoll you will encounter many difficult levels. You will need to jump over the platforms, use different mechanisms and collect ancient totems to earn achievements and pass the levels.

    Why similar: Casual 40.4%, Action 36.4%, Indie 23.3%

  43. #43 Gorble
    70% matchVery Positive98% of 110 reviews2024
    Dev: Leafy Games
    Windows

    Gorble is a short marble-based dungeon crawl.

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 37.7%, Physics 34.6%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, 3D 5.1%, Action 4.4%

  44. #44 Dark Scrolls
    70% matchMixed62% of 154 reviews2026
    Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows

    Dark Scrolls is a fantasy-themed action platformer that fuses shmup-style chaos with roguelite progression and is packed with charm, challenge, and secrets.

    Why similar: Platformer 49%, Action 31.7%, Co-op 14.2%, Indie 5.1%

  45. #45 Revenge of the shadow ninja
    71% matchMostly Positive79% of 73 reviews2023
    Dev: Varvarik
    Windows

    Platform game with a gloomy artistic style. Challenging levels with many traps and enemies. Use all your skills to avoid dangerous traps. Destroy all opponents on your way to revenge.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 46.3%, Difficult 26.2%, Platformer 17.4%, Action 5.9%, Indie 2.7%

  46. #46 Cave Crawler 2
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 163 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: Precision Platformer 58%, Platformer 16.3%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Action 5.3%, Indie 1.7%

  47. #47 The Game of Sisyphus
    69% matchMostly Positive79% of 858 reviews2024
    Dev: cream
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    Roll the boulder to the top.

    Why similar: Difficult 26.9%, 3D Platformer 22.6%, Physics 19.7%, Platformer 9.5%, Precision Platformer 7.4%

  48. #48 THE CANON OF BALLS
    66% matchVery Positive100% of 224 reviews2026
    Dev: Helios Monk
    Windows

    Hardcore, co-op (or solo) platformer. Dark Souls makes a baby with Super Monkey Ball. An easy-to-learn, hard-to-master experience to explore with your friends. All inside a vast open world, with each platforming course bringing its own twist.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.5%, 3D Platformer 23.2%, Platformer 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.8%, Physics 7%

  49. #49 Dark Frame
    73% matchMixed53% of 74 reviews2021
    Dev: Nimos Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Simple platformer in a dark setting

    Why similar: Dark Fantasy 42%, Platformer 30.6%, Action 12.3%, Casual 7.6%, Indie 4.5%

  50. #50 Ballfrog
    71% matchMostly Positive80% of 64 reviews2022
    Dev: Florian HimslPub: Himsl Games
    Windows

    BallFrog is a challenging ball rolling platformer with experimental controls! Use your Tongue to grapple and swing.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.9%, Difficult 21.5%, Physics 17.2%, 3D Platformer 13.1%, Arcade 8%

  51. #51 Slam and Roll
    67% matchVery Positive98% of 65 reviews2024
    Dev: KaleidoGames
    Windows

    Trap enemies in giant balls, kick them into massive combos and clear the screen. Travel the world, unlock characters, play co-op, or embrace Action Roguelike Chaos Mode.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 34.2%, Difficult 25.6%, Arcade 13.4%, Platformer 12.8%, Co-op 9.9%

  52. #52 Triple Take
    68% matchVery Positive89% of 80 reviews2022
    Dev: FlyAway StudiosPub: Bonus Stage Publishing
    Windows

    Triple Take is a fast 2D precision platformer where the stage evolves as you complete it! Run, wall jump, climb and swim through increasing difficult levels in vibrant colored worlds!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 56.6%, Arcade 17.6%, Platformer 16.5%, Action 5.9%, Singleplayer 3.3%

  53. #53 1 Screen Platformer: Prologue
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 227 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: Precision Platformer 49.9%, Difficult 31.6%, Platformer 10.1%, Action 3.9%, Singleplayer 3.2%

  54. #54 Egging On
    65% matchMostly Positive75% of 842 reviews2025
    Dev: EgoboundsPub: Alibi Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    This game is hard-boiled. Face the challenge of being a real, fragile egg. Escape the hen-house and jump, roll and climb your way through a farm shop, factory and other perilous environments. With some determination, you might just reach your freedom.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 24.9%, Difficult 20.9%, Physics 17%, 3D Platformer 15.1%, Platformer 7.7%

  55. #55 Airborne
    66% matchVery Positive89% of 153 reviews2024
    Dev: bl4ckPub: XDev
    Windows

    Airborne is a combination of 2D Platformers, Rage Games, Parkour, while also being packed with Action. You need to get to the end of the level by dodging Spikes, Bullets, Turrets, Lasers and more!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.9%, Difficult 15.6%, 3D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 12.1%, Physics 9.2%

  56. #56 RoboSkate
    68% matchVery Positive89% of 100 reviews2020
    Dev: Matas Sakalauskas
    Windows

    Roll the board. Whir the motors. Scrape the metal. RoboSkate is a short and challenging physics based adventure where you master the controls of a robotic arm stuck to a skateboard and overcome the trials of a short yet treacherous journey.

    Why similar: Difficult 27.3%, Physics 22.9%, 3D Platformer 15.4%, Co-op 8.4%, Action-Adventure 7.4%

  57. #57 AVA: Dark History
    69% matchMostly Positive74% of 57 reviews2020
    Dev: DnovelPub: My Way Games
    Windows

    Mysterious, dark as night, hard as a saw platformer. AVA: Dark story in the world "Koutei"

    Why similar: Action 27.1%, Platformer 19%, Arcade 18.8%, Casual 16.2%, Funny 10%

  58. #58 The Hardest Game Ever
    66% matchMostly Positive77% of 362 reviews2023
    Dev: AIAdev
    Windows

    An insanely difficult precision platformer

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 48.3%, Difficult 37.4%, Platformer 9.5%, Singleplayer 2.6%, Indie 2.2%

  59. #59 Hans
    65% matchVery Positive86% of 798 reviews2023
    Dev: at0m
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Hans is a physics-driven, parkour adventure. Ascend to the sky with our lonely watermelon hero. Navigate treacherous platforms, defy physics by slowing down time, try not to fall and chase the dream of reuniting with humanity. No saves. Bounce, fail, adapt, and bounce again.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 26.7%, Difficult 22%, 3D Platformer 15%, Physics 13.8%, Platformer 7.7%

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