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  1. #1 FOX ADVENTURE ~HOMEWARD JOURNEY~
    97% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Happy Sufferer
    Windows

    A challenging 2D platform game.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 33.9%, Difficult 25.2%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Adventure 8.4%, Platformer 5.6%

  2. #2 Dr. oil
    96% matchPositive91% of 47 reviews2021
    Dev: Antena
    Windows

    This is a classic 2D hardcore platformer in which you have to constantly die in order to advance and kill the most evil seagull in the world.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.9%, Difficult 20.5%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 8%, Indie 6.9%

  3. #3 DASH n CRY
    96% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
    Dev: Painful Smile
    Windows

    DASH n CRY is a fast-paced, challenging 2D Precision Platformer game for those who want to put their skills to their limits.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.2%, Difficult 19.8%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 6.8%, Action 6.7%

  4. #4 Station 13
    94% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Cube 80 Studio
    Windows

    Help the astronaut escape from Station 13 and survive the LAH 13.000 AI and all the traps in a handcrafted platformer game.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.5%, Difficult 20.8%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Platformer 8.3%, Indie 6.8%

  5. #5 The Way Of Joy
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sunny Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The Way Of Joy reflects actual life, where you must fail so much to achieve success, complete the mission, and reach the "Joy" at the end of the goal.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 30.4%, Difficult 22.2%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action 11.2%, Adventure 9.2%

  6. #6 Ryze
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Idomi Games
    Windows · Linux

    Ryze is an unforgiving, quirky, 2D platformer. Throw yourself to the top, past challenging and diverse biomes. But beware one misstep and the loss may turn out to be high... or low depending on perspective.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.9%, Difficult 23.1%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Adventure 6.2%, Indie 5.4%

  7. #7 PokeyPoke
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SaraJS
    Windows

    Stab stuff and find shiny things.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 28.1%, Difficult 28%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Action 11.2%, Indie 10.3%

  8. #8 Rainboy
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: seallliogames
    Windows · Mac

    Rainboy is a precision platformer with 100s of exhilarating levels! You were brought into this universe knowing nothing... Join Rainboy and Dart on a journey around the world as they discover the meaning of their existence!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.5%, Difficult 22.7%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 7.2%, Adventure 4.4%

  9. #9 Quadrobat
    91% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2022
    Dev: Trinal Games
    Windows · Linux

    The precision platformer where you swing through a long interconnected world, flying through portals.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 41.4%, Difficult 24.3%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Platformer 7.6%, Action 4.7%

  10. #10 Duck's Despair
    90% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2024
    Dev: Faith G.
    Windows

    Embark on a brutally hard platforming journey as a desperate Duck who cannot fly. Will you make the pain your friend or give up on your dreams ?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.9%, Difficult 22.9%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Action 7%, Adventure 6.9%

  11. #11 Make Capybara Happy
    89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Mehmet Tuna
    Windows

    Jump platform to platform with cute capybara.ㅤㅤㅤ This game much and much harder than it looks.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.8%, Difficult 22.4%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 7%, Indie 3.1%

  12. #12 Ser Jorryn
    89% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2026
    Dev: Ramoenneke Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Ser Jorryn is a 1-bit retro platformer inspired by the 80's arcade era. Run, jump, die, repeat.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 49%, Difficult 27.9%, Action 7.7%, 2D Platformer 6.2%, Platformer 4.8%

  13. #13 Uncolor
    88% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2026
    Dev: Alatus Games
    Windows

    Rush through rooms with challenging platforms and terrains, duel with the Color Guardians and claim their hues to your uncolor deeds. Master the precision platformer essentials: WallJump, DoubleJump, SharpTiming. A field day for the SpeedRunners!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.9%, Difficult 25.8%, Platformer 8.9%, Adventure 5.1%, 2D Platformer 5%

  14. #14 Megabat
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Arff Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    While in search of food, a fruit bat stumbles its way through the ventilation system of a secret facility finding unique fruit that give special abilities. While in search of more fruit the bat must avoid traps and enemies. Will the bat be able to satiate it's hunger and escape with its life?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.7%, Difficult 22%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 8.6%, Action 4.9%

  15. #15 Biologger
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Alex Weber
    Windows

    Biologger is a hard as nails retro platformer. Make your way through unique worlds each with a different and exciting twist. On your journey scan and research creatures to complete your logs. Biologger was developed with speedrunning in mind - how fast can you beat the game?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 35.5%, Difficult 29.2%, Platformer 9.7%, Action 9.2%, Adventure 7.3%

  16. #16 Gone Down
    86% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Spajan
    Windows

    A challenging 2D platformer with tough and precise platforming. Inspired by games like Jump King and Getting Over It, traverse the treacherous cave as you travel further down it to recover your lost core and become whole again.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.8%, Difficult 22.3%, 2D Platformer 16%, Platformer 7.7%, Action 7.1%

  17. #17 Conga Cat
    85% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2024
    Dev: Caido
    Windows

    Experience an adrenaline-fueled 2D platformer where you'll navigate tough challenges with jumps, climbs, and dashes at a thrilling pace.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.9%, Difficult 22.8%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Platformer 8.2%, Action 5.3%

  18. #18 Squirm
    84% matchVery Positive96% of 179 reviews2018
    Dev: Alex Carpenter
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    After a previous adventure, you and your rat friend stop for a snooze. When you wake up, the rat is gone and strange creatures have appeared across the land as if from out of nowhere! What has happened while you were asleep? Where is your rat friend?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 55.1%, Difficult 17.2%, Adventure 10.3%, Indie 9.9%, Platformer 5%

  19. #19 NIMAN
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Strange Nebula
    Windows

    Niman is a fast paced, 2D-Action Platformer with minimalist look and a gravity bending level design where you need skill and tenacity to get through

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.5%, Difficult 21.6%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 7.5%, Action 7.2%

  20. #20 The Pogo Witch
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: VLaDOS
    Windows · Linux

    A challenging hand-drawn 2D platform game. Master the pogo technique and climb to the top of the tower, where its creator awaits.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.4%, Difficult 21.4%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 7.4%, Adventure 5.6%

  21. #21 Bubbles The Octopus
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Numbreaksgames
    Windows

    A merciless platformer where you play as a cute octopus named Bubbles, collecting pearls and failing countless times against mean, downright unfair traps. Perfect your controls, defy vicious obstacles, and challenge your nerves.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 41.9%, Difficult 21.3%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Platformer 7.4%, Action 6.8%

  22. #22 Quase Rosa
    81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Ygapu K.
    Windows · Linux

    Quase Rosa is a 2D precision platformer with elements of randomness. With each attempt to beat a level, a different possible skill.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.4%, Difficult 27.5%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Indie 7.8%, Adventure 6.5%

  23. #23 PAIN
    81% matchPositive97% of 35 reviews2022
    Dev: Lily
    Windows · Mac

    Climb. Fall. Climb even higher. The pain from failing will be meaningless once the top is reached.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.5%, Difficult 30.7%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Action 4.4%, Adventure 3.9%

  24. #24 Clouds no more
    82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Fiery Bytes
    Windows

    This game is a reversed platformer. In the sense that your goal is not to jump on platforms, but to avoid them. In this world you are going to fall. And then die. And then fall again. Faster.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43%, Difficult 23.6%, Action 9%, Indie 8%, Adventure 7.6%

  25. #25 Boom Ascent
    80% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Cyber Budgie Studio
    Windows

    Use bombs to move around and reach the top of a world full of obstacles and find help to regain your human form. Watch out for falls! Are you ready to take on this challenge?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 41.7%, Difficult 21.2%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Platformer 7.3%, Adventure 5.6%

  26. #26 Sawi, The VoidBuster
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: neozetti
    Windows · Linux

    Help Sawi deal with his mind as he travels through the galaxy to fight the spreading Void. Master tight 2D platforming, die-and-retry through handcrafted challenges, and uncover the humor beneath the chaos.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.2%, Difficult 18.8%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 8.7%, Action 6.1%

  27. #27 SongBird: FlingAThing
    78% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Sock Puppet Gost
    Windows

    A unique, stylish platformer based around flinging yourself as fast as possible in any direction. Venture deep into the "Songbird Short Stop" to fix a cash register that won't scan milk in this exhilarating precision platformer.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.1%, Difficult 21.2%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Platformer 7.3%, Adventure 4.7%

  28. #28 Experiment 00
    77% matchNo user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Moss Game Dev
    Windows

    A vertical platformer about making careful jumps, falling a lot, and deciding whether to give up or keep going.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.3%, Difficult 27.2%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 7.3%, Adventure 6.5%

  29. #29 Down n' Up
    79% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: dotsquare
    Windows · Mac

    Down n' Up is a platformer where you can't move: you can only jump. In an all-in-one map where many challenges await you, climb higher and higher to reach the top. Be careful not to fall from too high!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44%, Difficult 24.2%, Platformer 8.5%, 2D Platformer 8%, Action 7.2%

  30. #30 Super Meat Boy
    78% matchVery Positive94% of 37,771 reviews2010
    Dev: Team Meat
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%

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

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 50.7%, Difficult 20.3%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 8.6%, Indie 4.5%

  31. #31 Byte The Dust
    76% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: DiwloGames
    Windows

    Make your way through increasingly harder platform sections. But be aware, one small error and it's back to the beginning for you!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.9%, Difficult 26.1%, Action 8.4%, Adventure 8.2%, Indie 6.1%

  32. #32 Keepy UP
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: TLL
    Windows

    Push yourself ever higher in this challenging reimagining of a classic childhood game. Guide your balloon through a vertical gauntlet of seagulls, ghosts, UFOs and more! Your balloon is your only friend, and gravity is your greatest foe. Are you skilful enough to Keepy UP?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 50.9%, Difficult 27.5%, Action 7.4%, Platformer 6.3%, Indie 3.5%

  33. #33 Stroom
    75% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Fried Games
    Windows

    Stroom is a precision platformer built for speed. Master the dash, chain your moves and find the fastest path through 100 handcrafted levels across 5 worlds.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 50.7%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Action 10.2%, Platformer 9.4%, Adventure 3.9%

  34. #34 Stanislav
    76% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Sumo Studio
    Windows

    Help Stanislav escape the prison and defeat the plague to save the world, in super-tight 2D pixel platformer.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 37.9%, Difficult 22.8%, 2D Platformer 13%, Platformer 8.1%, Indie 5.8%

  35. #35 Elfscape: Ancestors
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Treestronaut s.r.o.
    Windows

    Elfscape: Ancestors is a story-driven, old-school platformer with RPG elements. Explore a vast underground world centered around an ancient temple city. Jump your way through challenging obstacles, decorate the city, and collect comics pages.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.5%, Action 13.9%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Difficult 12.9%, Adventure 10.3%

  36. #36 JMPR
    75% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2020
    Dev: L E V E LPub: The Incubator
    Windows

    JMPR is a handcrafted unforgiving 2d platformer, or “Meatlike,” made for diehard fans.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.5%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Difficult 13.9%, Platformer 10.4%, Action 9.3%

  37. #37 史莱姆糯米 / Slime Nomi
    73% matchPositive100% of 42 reviews2024
    Dev: 一只红米糕
    Windows

    Slime Nomi is a platformer with creative ideas. Help Nomi collect potion ingredients and concoct witch Millie's extraordinary potion.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 48.9%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Action 9.8%, Platformer 9.1%, Adventure 7.4%

  38. #38 TekRobot
    73% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Tek-Line Games
    Windows

    Tek-Line Games is happy to present TekRobot, the game about a robot who lived and worked in his home factory, but once he was marked for disposal. Our goal is to escape from the factory, which no longer home but the deadliest place in the world.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 49.2%, Difficult 26.6%, Indie 8.8%, Platformer 7.7%, Action 3.3%

  39. #39 1 Screen Platformer: Prologue
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 223 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 40.6%, Difficult 23.4%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 6.1%, Action 4.8%

  40. #40 MINIMAL PAIN
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Samud3v
    Windows

    A minimalist 2D precision platformer where every jump matters. Simple mechanics, unforgiving level design, and constant failure. Learn from your mistakes, stay focused, and push forward through pure, intentional pain.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 45.6%, Difficult 21%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Platformer 8.5%, Indie 5.6%

  41. #41 You will die a lot buddy, trust me!
    72% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2022
    Dev: Gokyolcu
    Windows

    A challenging platformer where you have to overcome obstacles. Avoid rays and spikes using the grappling gun. There are checkpoints for each room, so don't be afraid to die. And finally see your rank on the leaderboard at the end of game.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 37.2%, Difficult 22.5%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 8%, Indie 5.7%

  42. #42 RITE
    71% matchVery Positive85% of 345 reviews2020
    Dev: Pond Games PTY LTD
    Windows · Linux

    RITE is a high-speed, precision platformer where you must conquer a series of challenging trials, a rite of passage for every Nim.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 34.8%, Difficult 17.9%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Platformer 9.4%, Action 7.3%

  43. #43 Awesome Pea 3
    70% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2023
    Dev: PigeonDev
    Windows

    Awesome Pea is a fast precision platformer where you must run&jump through a series of challenging stages

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 45.8%, Difficult 25%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Platformer 8%, Indie 4.9%

  44. #44 Canto I
    69% matchVery Positive81% of 51 reviews2024
    Dev: LudosGDPub: Neoclassic Games
    Windows · Mac

    Face the Dark Forest of the Divine Comedy in this action platformer inspired by the Sommo Poeta’s masterpiece! Help Dante avoid pitfalls, spikes & specters using double jumps, magical attacks and dashes. Find the scrolls containing the triplets of the Canto exploring this gloomy, pixelart forest!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.7%, Difficult 21.8%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 6.7%, Action 6.6%

  45. #45 Roll The World
    71% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Jequed
    Windows

    Experience platforming in a whole new way! Roll, rotate, and double jump your way through a crazy world featuring obstacles that will challenge even the most experienced players.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 32.3%, Difficult 23.3%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 9.9%, Indie 8%

  46. #46 zzzzz
    71% matchMostly Positive71% of 42 reviews2019
    Dev: SimpleCMTPub: LGV
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Who's behind this? zzzzz is a hardcore platformer where you have to overcome a series of challenging levels in order to find the answers you're looking for.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 38.7%, Difficult 22.2%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Platformer 8%, Action 5.4%

  47. #47 Super Magbot
    70% matchVery Positive84% of 407 reviews2021
    Dev: Astral PixelPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 37%

    A precise 2D platformer with a twist. NO JUMPING. Master your magnetic powers to beat each level with speed and skill. Enjoy classic 16-bit gaming vibes, tackle challenging achievements and compete for global leaderboard supremacy along the way.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 50%, Difficult 16.3%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Indie 7.5%, Action 5.6%

  48. #48 BUZZ
    69% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2024
    Dev: LAUNDRY GAMES
    Windows

    BUZZ is a challenging, free-form, momentum-based platformer with fast-paced, fluid gameplay.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.4%, Difficult 24.4%, 2D Platformer 8.3%, Indie 7.3%, Action 6.3%

  49. #49 Crab Hunt
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Taho
    Windows

    You’re an alien octopus who crash landed on Crab Island, where you discover your taste for crabs and hip clothing. Your goal is to find your spaceship but juicy crabs are in the way.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 52.2%, Difficult 15.2%, Platformer 11.6%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Indie 6.8%

  50. #50 Rage Jump
    70% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
    Dev: Kyrsoft Studios
    Windows

    Rage Jump will test your mind. This game will cause you mental distress, maybe even a few smashed up computer keyboards.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 49.2%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Action 10.7%, Indie 9.5%, Adventure 7.2%

  51. #51 Try Not To Plummet
    67% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Uncredited
    Windows

    Determination, a jetpack and a dream of returning home is all you have against the might of Mt. Cadere. There is a high chance that you'll plummet back down to the depths, but don't lose hope! Keep climbing using what little fuel you have, or you might just end up like the others on the mountain...

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.5%, Difficult 22.5%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Platformer 7.8%, Action 4.5%

  52. #52 The End Is Nigh
    68% matchVery Positive94% of 3,393 reviews2017
    Dev: Edmund McMillen
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    The End Is Nigh is a sprawling adventure platformer where you die a lot, but thats ok because you are probably already dead anyway.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.8%, Difficult 24%, Platformer 10.4%, Indie 6%, Adventure 4.1%

  53. #53 Mount Farewell
    68% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: EmInSpace
    Windows

    Denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. Five stages to overcome on Mount Farewell. This game is a difficult 2D precision platformer about grief for those who like a challenge.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.9%, Difficult 23.6%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 7.1%, Action 5.5%

  54. #54 Play Faster
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Goblimp GamesPub: Byzantium
    Windows

    Play Faster is a precision platformer built for fast movement, instant retries, and endlessly replayable runs. Master movement, optimize routes, and climb online leaderboards with built-in speedrunning tools.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 41.1%, Difficult 21.2%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 8.5%, Action 7%

  55. #55 Rage Rock
    66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Abdulrahim Al Methiab
    Windows

    A challenging physics rage platformer where you launch a stubborn rock up a mountain.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.9%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Difficult 13.7%, Action 12.9%, Indie 6.3%

  56. #56 nyanjet
    65% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: jyona
    Windows

    "nyanjet" is a precision platformer where the only way is up. Be cautious, be bold, and never fear the fall. Master the simple yet challenging controls of a cat-piloted jetpack.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.3%, Difficult 28%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 7.4%, Action 7.2%

  57. #57 NEGATIVE_SPACE
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Inside Out Games LLC
    Windows

    NEGATIVE_SPACE, a challenging black and white 2D platformer where you have to invert between two versions of the same room in order to reach the exit.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.2%, Difficult 23%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 7.6%, Indie 5.5%

  58. #58 Deathless Dungeon
    68% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2019
    Dev: Ember Works
    Windows · Mac

    Play as young Mavis followed by her trusty cat Sebastian to free her father from an evil dungeon. Overcome the deadly traps, figure out the secrets deep within from an untold past, converse with friendly spirits imprisoned within the dungeon to guide and cheer you on your adventure.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 37.7%, Action 12.7%, Difficult 11.7%, Adventure 11.2%, Indie 11%

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