Games Like Dinocide

Jetpack through the prehistoric world in this Stone-Fiction adventure platformer. Enjoy challenging boss fights, flying over pitfalls, smashing through walls, knocking out enemies, and manipulating objects as you halt the alien threat once and for all.

Why similar: Platformer 40%, Dinosaurs 28.6% ★, Funny 17.6%, 2D 8.4%, Casual 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a modern take on the prehistoric platformer genre with polished 2D action and caveman-themed combat.

DINOSAURS. PIXELS. PYROCLASTIC DOOM WALLS. MASSIVE INDIE CROSSOVERS. Dino Run DX has all of that and more. Come rediscover the original runner and escape extinction all over again.

Why similar: Dinosaurs 37% ★, Pixel Graphics 21%, Platformer 17.1%, Action 9.6%, Indie 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game leans heavily into the dinosaur theme with a fast-paced, retro-pixel aesthetic that feels like a classic arcade experience.

If a long lost arcade game from 1983 resurfaced today, it would be Donut Dodo - a classic 2D platformer from the golden era, tough as nails and challenging for the whole family! Ready to top the high score table?

Why similar: Funny 27.6%, Action 25.8%, Pixel Graphics 17.7%, 2D 11.3%, Colorful 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the high-score-chasing, single-screen arcade platformer feel that defined the NES era.

Throw on your nostalgia goggles and travel back in time with Super Win the Game, a retro-core explosion of exploration and platforming action!!

Why similar: Platformer 27.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Family Friendly 13%, Colorful 9%, Action 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides an authentic retro experience with exploration-based platforming and a distinct 8-bit visual style.

A 8-bit retro action platformer that goes beyond just pixels and chiptunes

Why similar: Platformer 32.1%, Action 23.7%, Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Indie 16.1%, 2D 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to 8-bit action platformers, featuring tight controls and stage designs reminiscent of classic titles.

Explore an exciting world, face off with fast-food themed foes, and reunite Dadish with his missing children in this challenging platforming adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 32.4%, Action 16.1%, Funny 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Adventure 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, challenging, and humorous 2D platformer that mirrors the accessible yet demanding nature of classic games.

The return of the wacky monkey!Toki sets off on a new adventure! The cult action/platform game originally released on arcade machines in 1989 is back with a super-simian new version, featuring all-new hand-drawn graphics and re-orchestrated music!

Why similar: Platformer 42%, Classic 39.9% ★, Adventure 13.2%, 2D 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: This remake of the classic arcade game features a prehistoric protagonist and challenging platforming action.

Go on a journey as Kaze in this 90’s classics inspired platformer. When the Crystal Islands get cursed, Kaze needs to save her friend Hogo while facing enraged living vegetables. Find the Wild Masks to unleash the powers of the legendary guardians and master land, sky and sea.

Why similar: Platformer 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.9%, Family Friendly 16.7%, 2D 9.8%, Colorful 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the spirit of 90s platformers with high-quality pixel art and varied, fast-paced gameplay.

Steel yourself for a relentless display of might and muscle…brawn and bravery…magic and mayhem! Inspired by heroic fantasy fiction, Tiny Barbarian DX combines engaging 2D platform action and combo-based hack-and-slash combat with retro-style pixel art and a loincloth-stirring chiptune soundtrack.

Why similar: Platformer 35.2%, Action 28.6%, Adventure 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a retro-inspired action-platformer experience with a sword-swinging hero and classic arcade sensibilities.

There Was A Caveman is a prehistoric themed, retro styled, action platformer. With challenging gameplay that will keep you on your toes. Get ready to die and die a lot.

Why similar: Dinosaurs 32.1% ★, Platformer 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Colorful 10.4%, Adventure 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the prehistoric theme and provides a challenging, colorful platforming experience.

An open world adventure inspired by the classics. Get lost in a wide world of precarious platforming that will take you back to a simpler time...

Why similar: Dinosaurs 30.6% ★, Platformer 27%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Action 14.6%, Indie 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled platformer that features a dinosaur protagonist and classic side-scrolling action.

Baby Dino Adventures is a cute platformer game inspired by classic retro games. You play a lost baby T-Rex, and help him find his parents back. You won't kill anyone. But rather solve puzzles, and make new allies throughout this upcoming adventure. ♥

Why similar: Platformer 21%, Dinosaurs 20.4% ★, Family Friendly 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Indie 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A family-friendly, dinosaur-themed platformer that focuses on exploration and simple, engaging mechanics.

Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.

Why similar: Platformer 31%, Classic 29.9% ★, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Indie 7.4%, Action 7%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential indie platformer that blends retro aesthetics with deep, engaging action-adventure gameplay.

A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.

Why similar: Platformer 35.3%, Action 16.2%, Adventure 15.2%, Indie 11.5%, Colorful 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern masterpiece that honors the classic platforming and adventure mechanics of the 8-bit and 16-bit eras.

Evolve through the history of video games in this fun-filled blast from the past.

Why similar: Platformer 33.9%, Action 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.6%, Adventure 16.7%, Indie 13.7%

Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art platformer that evolves through different visual styles, capturing the history of the genre.

Every day is a wonderful day for invertebrates! Come join the Squidlits of Blipston for a squishy adventure of spoopy castles, muffins, and wiggles! Made with classic handheld technology in mind, Squidlit strives to be the closest modern recreation of GameBoy game-design methods on the market.

Why similar: Platformer 19.8%, Classic 18.4% ★, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A short, charming, and authentic-feeling retro platformer that mimics the limitations and style of early consoles.

Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.

Why similar: Platformer 37.2%, Pixel Graphics 27%, Adventure 13.3%, Indie 12.8%, 2D 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game is designed to feel exactly like a lost NES classic, focusing on exploration and platforming puzzles.

Critically-acclaimed action-RPG that takes the template laid down by classics like Wonder Boy, nails the 16-Bit aesthetics for nostalgia fans, but updates the mechanics to feel fresh and modern. Explore a beautiful open world and plunder dungeons, caves and forests to help take down epic bosses!

Why similar: Platformer 20.3%, Adventure 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Indie 15.1%, Action 13.1%

Why You'll Like It: It combines retro action-platforming with light RPG elements, reminiscent of classic 8-bit adventure games.

Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.

Why similar: Platformer 41.2%, Pixel Graphics 21.7%, 2D 8.3%, Indie 7.5%, Action 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for modern games that successfully recreate the mechanical feel and charm of the NES era.

Super Jagua is a classic 2D retro-style single-player platformer inspired by the greatest platformers of the 80s. Run, jump, swim, discover lots of secrets, fight brutal bosses and more in this classic NES inspired adventure.

Why similar: Action 44.8%, Adventure 39.8%, Casual 15.4%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward 2D platformer that focuses on classic jumping and dodging mechanics.

Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.

Why similar: Platformer 36.6%, Classic 17.6% ★, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Action 9.5%, 2D 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, retro-inspired platformer that emphasizes momentum and classic arcade-style combat.

Bringing back the 90's-era PC platformer with a game inspired by classics like Commander Keen, Conker, Ruff'n'Tumble & Jazz Jackrabbit.

Why similar: Platformer 41.5%, Action 22.1%, Adventure 20.3%, Indie 16.1%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant action-platformer that pays homage to the 90s era of mascot-led adventure games.

Explore branching levels, fight quirky bosses, and save the day in this retro platformer inspired by the classics!

Why similar: Platformer 28%, Pixel Graphics 19.3%, Action 12.6%, Adventure 10.9%, Atmospheric 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a classic 2D platforming experience with a focus on exploration and colorful, retro-inspired levels.

Caveman World: Mountains of Unga Boonga is a retro inspired platformer adventure game set in fantasy prehistoric time. You play as a Caveman, exploring various levels and overcoming physical obstacles. Levels become increasingly more difficult as you encounter enemies, obstacles, traps and more!

Why similar: Platformer 24.9%, Funny 13.9%, Indie 12%, Adventure 12%, Family Friendly 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: It fits the prehistoric theme and offers a straightforward, single-player platforming experience.

Dogurai is a retro-styled platformer with animal-like characters, graphics and soundtrack designed with old portable games in mind - down to the limited color ranges and sprite sizes!

Why similar: Platformer 30.1%, Action 25.3%, Indie 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%, 2D 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action platformer that emphasizes tight combat and classic 8-bit aesthetics.

Swords & Bones inherits the spirit of the great 16-bit classics from the 80s and 90s, enriching the game experience with modern mechanics! Undead hordes and demons await you in this epic adventure!

Why similar: Platformer 22.6%, Action 19.8%, Adventure 17%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Indie 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action-platformer that features challenging levels and a classic fantasy aesthetic.

A charming pixel art platform adventure, reminiscent of the good old 16-bit days. Served as the foundation for the retro-platformer Tiny Thor.

Why similar: Platformer 25.1%, Funny 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Family Friendly 12%, Colorful 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cute and challenging 2D platformer that feels like a classic arcade game.

Oozi: Earth Adventure is a classic 2D platformer with old school gameplay - no puzzles, no punishment, just 100% pure classic platforming fun! Its most prominent features are HD visuals and beautiful hand-drawn art, but despite its visual style, it’s a good fit for all kinds of gamers!

Why similar: Platformer 34.8%, Funny 16.5%, Action 10.1%, Adventure 8.7%, Indie 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, old-school platformer that focuses on pure movement and simple, fun level design.

As a brave caveman, save the dinosaurs from extinction! Try to escape from meteorids, lava, sharp teeth and deep abysses together with your riding dinosaur.

Why similar: Adventure 36.2%, Action 35.6%, Colorful 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Singleplayer 3.7%

Strap on your jetpack and prepare for chaos! Dyna Bomb has intuitive arcade action game play, with a blast of humor, Enjoy!

Why similar: Platformer 22.5%, Classic 22.5% ★, Action 9.5%, Adventure 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure platformer that features colorful graphics and arcade-style gameplay.

Embark on an epic journey through exotic worlds to uncover the mystery of the magic crystals! An exciting retro platform adventure in the nostalgic style of the 90's DOS platformers

Why similar: Platformer 27.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%, Funny 14.7%, Action 11.3%, Adventure 9.6%

Inspired by the retro glory days of 8-bit games, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer brought into the 21st century. Paying tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid, old-school platformer fans will find Rex Rocket a breath of fresh air.

Why similar: Platformer 36.5%, Action 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Adventure 13%, Indie 11.1%

Face hordes of Dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures in this survival game with minimalist gameplay! Dino Survivors is a casual game with Roguelite elements, where you need to be faster and survive several species of extinct animals. Your choices will determine this.

Why similar: Dinosaurs 38.7% ★, Pixel Graphics 22.2%, Action 12.1%, 2D 7.3%, RPG 7.1%

Become a customizable giant monster with manifold skills in Gigapocalypse, inspired by classical Kaijū movies such as “Godzilla” and “King Kong” and the game classic “Rampage”.

Why similar: Dinosaurs 23.4% ★, Action 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 19.6%, Colorful 11%, 2D 10.5%

Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!

Why similar: Platformer 35.7%, Adventure 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, 2D 8.6%, Action 8.3%

A Simple and Bite-sized retro 2D Platformer about a frog on another side-scrolling adventure

Why similar: Platformer 34%, Pixel Graphics 20.2%, Action 11.5%, Adventure 10.7%, Family Friendly 6.9%

Kick butt in this retro 2D action-platformer! SEEP Universe is an indie game for PC inspired by the 8-16 bit era!

Why similar: Classic 28.9% ★, Platformer 17.1%, Action 12.6%, Adventure 11.1%, Indie 9.2%

Pixel Fodder is a old school platformer with a fully destructible world, a large choise of characters, incredible dynamics and gigaliters of 8-bit meat.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 29.4%, Action 22.5%, Platformer 19.2%, Indie 16.1%, 2D 12.7%

Enjoy the Tyrannosaurus Rex game with beautiful 3D graphics and in high resolution.

Why similar: Dinosaurs 47.2% ★, Action 14.9%, Adventure 11.9%, Colorful 11.1%, Atmospheric 9.1%

Rush to Adventure is a retro fantasy speedrunning adventure. Inspired by classic NES titles like Zelda, Mario and Castlevania. You awaken on the shore of a cursed island. Your only way off the island is to fight the monsters and lift the curse.

Why similar: Platformer 19.2%, Action 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Adventure 15.4%, Indie 13.1%

Guide Timmy the little treasure hunter through traps and puzzles to reach the legendary treasure! Experience the classic mini metroidvania remade with new visuals, music, and content!

Why similar: Platformer 29.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Action 11.7%, Adventure 10.5%, Family Friendly 9%

"Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.

Why similar: Platformer 41.5%, Action 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Colorful 9.4%, 2D 9.2%

Unveil a heartfelt story of family, dinosaurs, and UFOs! Craft, upgrade, and survive in a realm of primeval predators, savage tribes and... ancient aliens. Rise from a humble cave dweller to the planet’s last hope — alone or in local co-op. Welcome to the dinovania!

Why similar: Dinosaurs 23.5% ★, Platformer 21.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Family Friendly 11.6%, Action 7.7%

In this pixel-perfect homage to the classic action platformers, you play as Sydney Hunter - an explorer who gets trapped inside a Mayan pyramid while he's out exploring!

Why similar: Platformer 23.3%, Action 19.6%, Adventure 15.8%, Indie 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%

Designed to resemble a game for a classic portable game system with simple game play, pixelated graphics, and a 4-color color pallet. This callback to our childhood will test your skills, capture your imagination, and leave you satisfied when your quest is complete.

Why similar: Platformer 32.8%, Action 24.3%, Adventure 21.5%, Indie 21.4%

A retro action martial arts game inspired by classics, like Kung Fu Master and Shinobi with modern elements!

Why similar: Classic 28.1% ★, Platformer 17.7%, Action 12.2%, Adventure 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

Survive the wildest adventure of your life in Cartoon Survivor! Run, jump, and glide through a vibrant prehistoric world filled with dangerous creatures and crazy obstacles. Can you outlast the chaos and save the show? It’s time to prove you’ve got what it takes!

Why similar: Platformer 49.3%, Dinosaurs 27.5% ★, Adventure 13%, Indie 8.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Starring a cast of beloved Disney characters, The Disney Afternoon Collection takes you back to a golden era of gaming and afternoons filled with adventure. All six classic games feature new and improved visuals and include filtering options that replicate a retro look and feel.

Why similar: Classic 52.5% ★, Platformer 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Action 7.3%, 2D 5.7%

A game that puts together Rastan's action with adventure elements inspired by Faxanadu. An old school tribute for every lover of 8-bit classics!

Why similar: Platformer 40.8%, Action 18.8%, Adventure 16.9%, 2D 8.8%, Fantasy 6.6%

Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.

Why similar: Platformer 25.6%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Action 11.7%, Funny 11.4%, Adventure 10.8%

Super Mustache is a vintage styled platformer, filled to the brim with 8 bit pixel art juice! Join Captain Super Mustache in a journey to save the planet Uranus. If you enjoyed classic platformer games from the golden era of video games, then you’re going to love this.

Why similar: Platformer 34.9%, Indie 27.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 11.5%, Adventure 11.4%

A new Dadventure! Help Dadish rescue his children once more, in his most fun and challenging adventure yet.

Why similar: Platformer 33.8%, Funny 15.1%, Action 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Adventure 10.9%

Spark the electric jester is an action/platformer video game heavily based on best classics from the 16-bit era from both sides of the aisle.

Why similar: Platformer 42%, Pixel Graphics 17.7%, Action 15.2%, 2D 9.1%, Indie 6%

Jump into adventure in Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Director's Cut, a love letter to platformers! Play in single-player or couch co-op, and enjoy 8 colorful worlds, classic platforming challenges, and music by legendary composer David Wise.

Why similar: Family Friendly 38.7%, Platformer 31.3%, Adventure 17.5%, Singleplayer 5.7%, Funny 3.1%

A retro-style 2D platformer where you play as a penguin collecting yellow budgies to fulfill his dream of flying. Explore diverse levels, jump past obstacles, and enjoy a colorful, music-filled adventure.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 22.3%, Action 20.4%, Family Friendly 18.6%, Adventure 16.2%, 2D 14.8%

Sneak around dinosaurs and enemy soldiers in a single player story. Explore the island, find the hidden laboratory, rescue the Doctor and avoid becoming lunch in Dimetrosaur. Similar to retro games.

Why similar: Indie 100%

GARBANZO QUEST! The crazy bullet-heck platformer where your main weapon is your own spit! Bring a friend! Hand-crafted challenges, secrets, and branching paths galore!

Why similar: Platformer 34.7%, Pixel Graphics 22.8%, Funny 13.2%, Indie 9.5%, Action 8.1%

Discover a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era.

Why similar: Action 30.3%, Platformer 16.6%, Adventure 14.6%, Indie 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%

Help out Dininho in what might be the most heroic adventure of your life! Explore this colorfull and dangerous world, rescuing all the defenseless babies. But be carefull, "He" will be waiting at the end of every road. I trust you! Go and be the Dinoland hero.

Why similar: Platformer 33.1%, Dinosaurs 22.4% ★, Adventure 11.9%, Colorful 9.1%, Family Friendly 9.1%