Games Like Freedom Planet 2

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 26.6%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, Retro 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Side Scroller 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: The direct predecessor to the seed game, offering the same core mechanics and high-speed momentum-based platforming.

BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!

Why similar: Side Scroller 14.1%, Old School 11.3%, Platformer 10.9%, Female Protagonist 9%, Action-Adventure 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the high-energy combat and transformation mechanics that make the seed game feel so dynamic.

Bounce, vault, and fight your way through a whimsical world with the help of your loyal companion. Eat snacks, collect artifacts, and travel the world to stop Bonnie and her boney band of troublemakers!

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.7%, Platformer 14.5%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Difficult 10.1%, Retro 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Matches the snappy, fast-paced movement and charming cartoon aesthetic of the seed game perfectly.

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: Side Scroller 20%, Platformer 18.8%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Anime 10.3%, Female Protagonist 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers tight, high-speed action combat and polished 2D platforming with a strong anime aesthetic.

Sonic Mania is an all-new adventure with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles full of unique bosses, rolling 2D landscapes, and fun classic gameplay.

Why similar: Platformer 24.2%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Retro 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Colorful 8%

Why You'll Like It: The primary inspiration for the seed game, featuring the gold standard of momentum-based platforming and high-speed level design.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.4%, Platformer 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Puzzle Platformer 12.6%, Side Scroller 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a narrative-driven platformer with engaging boss fights and beautiful pixel art.

Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.9%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Platformer 12.4%, Anime 10.9%, Action-Adventure 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines fast-paced combat with exploration and a vibrant, character-driven aesthetic.

Pepper Grinder is an action-packed 2D adventure blending traditional platforming with an alternate drilling mode that allows you to dive in and out of the earth like a dolphin swims through water.

Why similar: Platformer 17.7%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Difficult 13.8%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 8%

Why You'll Like It: Features unique, momentum-based movement that feels as satisfying and kinetic as the seed game.

Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.

Why similar: Platformer 27.1%, Side Scroller 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%, Retro 11.3%, Sci-fi 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features intense, fast-paced combat and platforming reminiscent of the Mega Man Zero series, which heavily influenced the seed game.

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: 1990's 17.4%, Old School 17%, Platformer 10.6%, Difficult 9.8%, Female Protagonist 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the classic 90s platformer feel with high-speed segments and polished level design.

High speed 3D action platformer! Join Spark on his latest adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 44.3%, Sci-fi 18.7%, Action 10.8%, Colorful 10%, 1990's 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on high-speed momentum and fluid platforming that feels very similar to the seed game's movement.

Break into the new apeX of 2D action! INTI CREATES is proud to present new apeX of cutting-edge 2D action with Luminous Avenger iX 2!

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.8%, Action-Adventure 18.1%, Sci-fi 16.6%, Anime 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers extremely fast-paced, stylish action platforming with a focus on movement and precision.

Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.4%, Female Protagonist 18.3%, Platformer 18.2%, Anime 11.4%, Action-Adventure 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features a similar cartoon aesthetic and fluid, ability-based platforming mechanics.

Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection brings together six classic titles in one game: Mega Man Zero 1, 2, 3 and 4, as well as Mega Man ZX and ZX Advent. The collection also features Z-Chaser, an exclusive new mode created just for this set of games.

Why similar: Platformer 21.9%, Action 17.6%, Difficult 13%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive high-speed action platformer experience that served as a major influence for the seed game's combat style.

Join Jason, Eve, and Fred on an intergalactic journey! The side-scrolling/top-down hybrid action adventure title "Blaster Master Zero" returns with its long-awaited sequel! Experience the yet-untold story of Jason and Eve after defeating Earth's mutant scourge in "Blaster Master Zero".

Why similar: Platformer 29.8%, Pixel Graphics 20.8%, Retro 19.1%, Action 13%, Anime 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a blend of platforming and vehicular combat with a retro aesthetic that emphasizes exploration.

Rosenkreuzstilette is a mega-action-platformer game in which you step into the shoes of Spiritia Rosenberg, a virtuous young woman caught on the wrong side of a revolution instigated by her closest friends.

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.6%, Platformer 14.3%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Anime 10.6%, Difficult 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging action platformer that mirrors the boss-rush intensity and character-focused gameplay of the seed game.

Vibrant Venture is a singleplayer 2D adventure platformer game featuring a quirky cast of characters! The game features four playable characters with multiple unique abilities that can be combined for extremely versatile, fluid and fun movement!

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.8%, Platformer 15.1%, Puzzle Platformer 14.1%, Difficult 9.6%, Female Protagonist 8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on momentum and creative platforming challenges that reward skilled movement.

Swing, jump, and blast through dimensions in the follow-up to the critically-acclaimed 2D action-platformer Grapple Dog. Zip between action-packed worlds as Pablo and Luna team up to save the cosmos in their own unique ways.

Why similar: Platformer 17.5%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Difficult 11.1%, Retro 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features fast-paced, colorful platforming with unique movement mechanics that keep the gameplay fresh.

Take control of one of three playable characters (Gunvolt, Ekoro, and Beck) as you blast your way past the baddies in stage after stage of side-scrolling action! Each stage ends with a boss encounter. Defeat the boss to complete the stage.

Why similar: Platformer 28.5%, Side Scroller 24%, Retro 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Action 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A concise, action-packed platformer with a retro feel that emphasizes quick combat.

Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates are back with more retro sword-and-whip action! Curse of the Moon 2 brings classic 2D action and a dark, 8-bit aesthetic together with modern playability.

Why similar: Platformer 17.2%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Retro 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Female Protagonist 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A polished action platformer with multiple playable characters and tight, responsive controls.

Help the young cyborg-girl Meta , in her battle against the evil "General Creeper" who kidnap her creator and her sisters! Collect new powers in order to face the advanced levels, in this fun and furious , platformer-shooter

Why similar: Female Protagonist 20.9%, Platformer 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Retro 10%, Action 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action platformer that emphasizes combat and movement in a way that feels very similar to the seed game.

Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 17.3%, Platformer 15.8%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a beautiful pixel-art world with satisfying platforming and exploration mechanics.

Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

Why similar: Platformer 21.4%, Puzzle Platformer 18.4%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Sci-fi 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A deep adventure game with challenging platforming and combat that rewards careful exploration.

Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.

Why similar: Platformer 18.8%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Action-Adventure 12%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Sci-fi 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality metroidvania with unique movement and exploration that complements the platforming genre.

Mega Man is back! The newest entry in this iconic series blends classic, challenging 2D platforming action with a fresh new visual style. The new Double Gear system boosts Mega Man's speed and power for a new twist to the satisfying gameplay the series is known for.

Why similar: Platformer 28.7%, Side Scroller 28.6%, Difficult 12.7%, Action 7.9%, Retro 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: The modern standard for classic high-speed action platforming with challenging boss encounters.

Explore alternate dimensions, fight interdimensional criminals, and solve crimes in this thrilling action platformer!

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.2%, Platformer 17.5%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Puzzle Platformer 11.1%, Adventure 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique grappling hook mechanic that enhances the platforming flow and combat versatility.

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.

Why similar: Platformer 26.9%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Anime 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Action 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: The starting point for the high-speed action series, offering a similar focus on combat-oriented platforming.

Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!

Why similar: Platformer 16.5%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Retro 10.1%, Old School 9.9%

Challenging precision platformer based on tight, fluid movement. Open map layout with multiple routes. Collect gems and save animals.

Why similar: Platformer 40.4%, Female Protagonist 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Action 15.1%, 2D 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A solid action platformer with a focus on exploration, combat, and fluid movement.

Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!

Why similar: Platformer 22.7%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Old School 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Retro 12.1%

Mega Man X Legacy Collection includes the legendary 16-bit titles and the series’ exciting foray into the 32-bit era: Mega Man X, Mega Man X2, Mega Man X3, and Mega Man X4. Test your skills in the new X Challenge mode, which pits players against two deadly bosses at once.

Why similar: Platformer 21.2%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Retro 10.9%, 1990's 10.3%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: The foundation of the fast-paced action platformer genre, essential for any fan of the seed game.

In Super Panda Adventures, you play as the brave panda-knight Fu, who is about to finish his training to become the new guardian of the Princess. At the same day of the big celebration party, some uninvited Robots show up to conquer the planet and take the Princess away in their Space Ships!

Why similar: Platformer 56.2%, Adventure 11.6%, Action 11%, Indie 10.4%, Cute 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A charming action-adventure platformer with a focus on exploration and combat variety.

Shantae's adventure comes full circle in this long-lost sequel!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 17.8%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Anime 11.4%, Platformer 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%

The ultra-refined 2D side-scrolling action you remember from "Azure Striker Gunvolt" is recharged and better than ever! In Gunvolt 2, series anti-hero Copen joins the fray as a playable character! Copy abilities from defeated boss characters and use them as your own!

Why similar: Platformer 28.7%, Anime 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Retro 12.1%, Action 10.7%

"SANAE's Sylphid Breeze" is 2D Platformer game with cute pixelart. The main character in this game, SANAE KOCHIYA is a character from the "Touhou Project". With her new ability “SPELL SPOILER, she inhales enemies and imitates their ability. Behold! SANAE's miracle adventure!!

Why similar: Side Scroller 18%, Platformer 13.8%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Action-Adventure 9.3%, 1990's 7.9%

Step into the shoes of Freudia Neuwahl, a cool and collected young woman on a mission to save her best friend from an Imperial witch hunt. "Rosenkreuzstilette Freudenstachel" is the sequel to "Rosenkreuzstilette", a level-based 2D side scrolling action game for PC.

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.5%, Platformer 14.3%, Female Protagonist 14%, Anime 11.1%, Difficult 7.4%

Join Renata as she adventures across a world of mystical ruins with the titular FROGUN! Frogun is an old-school platformer with the soul of the PS1/N64 era, in which your frog-shaped grappling hook is a your best friend!

Why similar: Platformer 26.8%, Female Protagonist 25.3%, Cute 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Colorful 9.5%

Momodora III is a classic action platform game with a variety of items and secrets. It's the third installment of the Momodora series, although playing the previous titles is not necessary to enjoy the game!

Why similar: Platformer 26.3%, Female Protagonist 21.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Anime 13.5%, Cute 7.1%

A NEW interactive animated adventure! In this action-adventure game, Arzette must explore the Kingdom of Faramore, slay fearsome foes, acquire powerful items, discover secrets, assist colorful characters, and defeat the evil Daimur!

Why similar: Platformer 26.6%, Female Protagonist 24.1%, Action-Adventure 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Story Rich 6.2%

The River City Girls are back! Misako, Kyoko, Kunio, and Riki - joined by newcomers Marian and Provie - hit the streets for an all-new beat-'em-up adventure! Team up for local or online co-op and explore a massive world packed with new abilities, enemies, locations, and more!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.9%, Anime 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Colorful 11.9%, Cute 7.6%

A bite-sized 3D Platformer sequel with more focus on the things people enjoyed in the first game like fast gameplay, flow focused levels and cute costumes (two this time).

Why similar: Platformer 19.6%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Anime 11.7%, 1990's 11.3%, Old School 11.1%

A blocky puzzle platformer adventure.

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.8%, Puzzle Platformer 23.3%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Platformer 11%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%

Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 36%, Platformer 31.2%, Anime 11.4%, Cute 6.6%, Adventure 6.6%

Lunistice is a 3D Platformer created with simple & fun gameplay and a cute PS1/SEGA Saturn inspired artstyle in mind. Take the role of Hana the Tanuki and jump and fight through her dreams!

Why similar: Platformer 20.3%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Old School 15.8%, Retro 13.6%, Colorful 9%

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.2%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Anime 8.1%, Retro 7.7%

Turn back the clock and fight to repair Time itself in this cinematic action platformer with fast sword combat and time-based powers. You are the Warden of Time, Ouro Kronii - be proud and fight hard!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.4%, Side Scroller 17%, Platformer 14.3%, Anime 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%

The long-awaited sequel to La-Mulana, La-Mulana 2 follows Lumisa Kosugi as she explores the ancient ruins of La-Mulana. Desperate to find the cause of the recent slew of monsters appearing from the ruins, Lumisa discovers the "other" La-Mulana: the ruins known as Eg-Lana.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18.1%, Platformer 15%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Difficult 13.1%, Action-Adventure 12.9%

A colorful pixel-art metroidvania/point-and-click adventure hybrid about magic, cute witches and joys of vandalism.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 37%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%, Platformer 18.1%, Adventure 10.8%, Action 7.4%

The adventures of Asha, the little warrior, begin! Together with her blue sidekick Pepelogoo, she will run through numerous stages and save the Monster World from the darkness.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.5%, Platformer 17.5%, Action-Adventure 11.2%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Anime 9.3%

In a world torn between nature’s grace and cold machine invasion, one girl and her companion must rely on their bond to survive and protect what they hold dear. Their story of hope, loss, and love will stay with you long after the journey ends.

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.3%, Puzzle Platformer 16%, Platformer 14.5%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Anime 10.2%

YesterMorrow is a single-player time travelling 2D platformer, mixing action sequences with puzzle elements. Follow the engaging story of Yui, who travels back into the past to save her family and the remnants of a world now trapped in Never-ending Night.

Why similar: Platformer 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Adventure 10.8%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Female Protagonist 8.8%

Enter a virtual world of cyber-landscapes and unravel the mystery behind its creation! "Mighty Gunvolt Burst" is a retro-style 2D side-scrolling action game with an authentic feel. Play as "Beck," "Gunvolt," or "Ekoro," and experience their new stories in this unique parallel universe.

Why similar: Platformer 43.6%, Retro 32.3%, Action 24.1%

Super Alloy Ranger is a 2D side-scrolling action game. Play as Marksman Kelly or Combat Robot No.2 to challenge different levels within the dangerous Machine Empire and unlock new weapons. Use Kelly’s shooting and No.2’s deathblows to defeat abnormal Machine Bosses!

Why similar: Action-Adventure 25%, Pixel Graphics 23%, Sci-fi 22.7%, Action 13%, Adventure 6.1%

Hardcore action platformer with multiple endings that depend on your choices.

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.3%, Platformer 17.6%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Difficult 12.5%, Anime 8.4%

Embark on an epic 3D platforming collectathon adventure with Yooka and Laylee! Yooka-Replaylee is packed with new moves, more story, exciting challenges, hidden secrets, and more than double the collectibles to uncover. Can you help them rescue the world’s biggest treasure?

Why similar: Platformer 30.9%, Female Protagonist 27.4%, Arcade 13.4%, Colorful 12.4%, Cute 9.7%

A certain office lady is back!!

Why similar: Platformer 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 18%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Action 7%

Enter the mechanical shape-shifting, dimension switching world of the award winning, high octane action-puzzle-platformer Mighty Switch Force! Hyper Drive Edition, and blow crime away.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 31.2%, Puzzle Platformer 28.4%, Platformer 24.3%, Action 8.2%, Indie 5.8%

Grab, throw, eat, and UTTERLY WRECK everything using a mind-controlled spork in this quirky, story-driven, console-styled platforming dramedy. With an emphasis on variety and a grand sense of adventure, Psycutlery offers a surprising full-course meal, despite all unassuming appearances...

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.7%, Platformer 17.2%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 6%

A century after the legendary boy Noitu Love saved the world from the evil Darns, they rise again, but in a chaos of time-bending mayhem!

Why similar: Platformer 23.1%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Female Protagonist 13%, Action 10.2%

Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.

Why similar: Platformer 20.8%, Old School 12%, 1990's 11.7%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%