Games Like Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams

The fast paced platforming of Freedom Planet returns! Become a full-time cartoon heroine and use abilities and items suited to your play style to explore the world of Avalice and defend its animal citizens!

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.1%, Platformer 16.2%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Difficult 12.3%, Anime 9%

Why You'll Like It: It refines the fast-paced action and platforming mechanics of its predecessor with even more polished combat and movement options.

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 24.6%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Retro 11%, Difficult 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the same high-speed, momentum-based platforming and vibrant aesthetic found in the Giana Sisters series.

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: Difficult 29.5%, Platformer 18.5%, Great Soundtrack 15%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Side Scroller 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of precision platforming that offers the same level of satisfying difficulty and tight controls as Giana Sisters.

Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams is a fast-paced platformer that will plunge you into the heart of two opposing worlds.

Why similar: Platformer 38.8%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Action 10.4%, Great Soundtrack 9.3%, Difficult 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: This direct expansion continues the core gameplay loop of world-shifting platforming with new, challenging levels.

Take control of a nimble janitor to rid the world of dust and debris.

Why similar: Platformer 28.3%, Difficult 26%, Great Soundtrack 16.2%, Local Co-Op 6.2%, Side Scroller 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-skill precision platformer that rewards players for mastering movement and flow, much like the harder sections of Giana Sisters.

Michel Ancel, the celebrated creator of Rayman®, Beyond Good & Evil®, and the Raving Rabbids®, returns to unleash his innovative creativity on this new entry into the Rayman® franchise.When Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies discover a mysterious tent filled with captivating paintings, they are suddenly transported to a series of...

Why similar: Platformer 26.9%, Local Co-Op 22.2%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features incredibly fluid movement and rhythmic platforming challenges that match the high-energy feel of Twisted Dreams.

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 25.4%, Retro 14.5%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Difficult 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a classic, polished action-platforming experience with vibrant pixel art and challenging level design.

Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

Why similar: Side Scroller 16.9%, Platformer 13.8%, Difficult 13.3%, Retro 10.5%, Female Protagonist 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action-platformer that emphasizes character-swapping mechanics to overcome obstacles and enemies.

Wings of Vi is a challenging 2D platformer in which the player controls the angel Vi, tasked with defeating the Demon Lord Jeh’oul after he is freed from captivity. While inspired by masochistic retro platformers, Wings of Vi aims to cut out arbitrary difficulty in favor of skill based gameplay.

Why similar: Difficult 31.4%, Platformer 20.4%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Anime 7.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A notoriously difficult precision platformer that will appeal to players who enjoyed the hardcore challenge of Giana Sisters.

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.

Why similar: Platformer 25.7%, Great Soundtrack 18.8%, Difficult 17.5%, Side Scroller 10.1%, 2.5D 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a beautiful, atmospheric world with demanding platforming sections that require precise timing.

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: Difficult 14.2%, Local Co-Op 12.7%, Platformer 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Retro 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Expands on the original with more complex stage design and additional playable characters, maintaining the classic platforming feel.

In order to save their school after it turns into a massive demonic castle, two "Demon Hunter" sisters slash and shoot their way through this 2D action adventure. Players can swap between control of both characters on the fly, each with entirely different skillsets.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.9%, Platformer 17.4%, Female Protagonist 12.8%, Anime 11.1%, Local Co-Op 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D action-platformer that uses a character-switching mechanic similar to the world-shifting in Giana Sisters.

Embark on an all-new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. After losing her magic, Shantae teams up with the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from a curse.

Why similar: Platformer 25.9%, Female Protagonist 21.4%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, Side Scroller 10%, Anime 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful action-platformer featuring a charismatic female protagonist and tight, responsive controls.

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: Difficult 28.5%, Platformer 20%, Female Protagonist 16.8%, Arcade 14.7%, Retro 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, fast-paced platformer that focuses on momentum and creative movement mechanics.

In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.4%, Local Co-Op 15.5%, Retro 12.5%, Difficult 11.2%, Platformer 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane, retro-styled run-and-gun platformer that delivers intense action and challenging boss encounters.

Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!

Why similar: Platformer 24.4%, Side Scroller 17%, Difficult 11.1%, Retro 9.6%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully remade classic that features transformative mechanics and tight platforming gameplay.

20XX is a roguelike action platformer that you can play with a friend. Jump and shoot your way through ever-changing levels, collect awesome new powers, and battle mighty bosses in the name of saving the human race maybe!

Why similar: Platformer 22.5%, Local Co-Op 14.2%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%, Female Protagonist 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-platformer that captures the spirit of classic arcade shooters with roguelite elements.

Electronic Super Joy is a brutally hard platformer set in a world of pulse-pounding electronic music. Run, jump, smash & fly your way through 45+ weird & different levels, with low-gravity, world rotation, giant monsters & swarming missiles.

Why similar: Platformer 30.8%, Difficult 29.8%, Great Soundtrack 17.3%, Side Scroller 8%, Indie 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A music-driven, high-difficulty platformer that emphasizes rhythm and precise timing.

Wryn is a girl with a big arsenal and big dreams -- she wants to be the ultimate videogame hero! Help her take down the Greatest Heroes of All Time in an action-packed bid to claim the title for herself and show the world what a true hero looks like!

Why similar: Platformer 23.1%, Difficult 16%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Local Co-Op 13.1%, Side Scroller 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on fast-paced, acrobatic action and platforming, featuring a strong female lead.

Rush through the cyberpunk landscapes of Neo Barcelona in Aeon Drive, an action-platformer with a speedrunning twist! Whether solo or in up to 4 player co-op, sprint and dash through many areas of the neon-infused city - and use your time and space-bending abilities to get ahead.

Why similar: Difficult 19.6%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Platformer 11.9%, Female Protagonist 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A speed-focused platformer where time-manipulation mechanics are key to overcoming difficult levels.

Return to the Golden Age of arcades with a hardcore action platformer that pulls no punches! Possesses all the hallmarks of true classics like Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts (SNES), Rastan Saga (Arcade), Castlevania (NES) and more with precise controls, high challenge, and meticulous design.

Why similar: Difficult 30.6%, Platformer 23.8%, Retro 10.6%, Side Scroller 8.3%, Arcade 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A brutal, retro-inspired platformer that demands perfection and rewards mastery of its mechanics.

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: Side Scroller 21.5%, Platformer 19.8%, Difficult 16.3%, 2.5D 14.5%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the classic action-platformer formula, offering precise controls and challenging stage design.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Platformer 24.3%, Retro 18.6%, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Difficult 14.2%, Side Scroller 10%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tight platforming with an evolving world structure that rewards exploration and skill.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Platformer 26%, Difficult 23.7%, Great Soundtrack 20.8%, Retro 9.7%, Action 8%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish, fast-paced action game that requires precise movement and quick reflexes to survive.

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 25.5%, Side Scroller 22.6%, Anime 17.8%, Action 10.8%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed action-platformer with a unique tag-based combat system that feels very arcade-like.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.1%, Difficult 21.7%, Platformer 15.4%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Anime 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric action-platformer that balances challenging combat with fluid exploration.

Classic side-scrolling gameplay is reporting back for duty with Bionic Commando Rearmed, a remake of the classic NES game, out now on PC.20 years after the 8-bit classic was released, Bionic Commando Rearmed recreates the world of the original with a complete "2.5D" visual revamp.

Why similar: Platformer 26.9%, Local Co-Op 24.8%, Local Multiplayer 13.6%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging remake that emphasizes unique movement mechanics to navigate complex platforming environments.

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 27%, Platformer 20.5%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Great Soundtrack 9.8%, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a strong female protagonist and creative platforming puzzles set in a vibrant, detailed world.

VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?

Why similar: Difficult 28.6%, Platformer 28.2%, Great Soundtrack 15.4%, Retro 13.1%, 2D 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A unique platformer that replaces jumping with a gravity-flipping mechanic, creating a fresh and challenging experience.

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

Why similar: Difficult 37.1%, Platformer 30.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, 2D 5.6%, Retro 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive precision platformer for players who enjoy the 'die-and-retry' gameplay loop found in difficult platformers.

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

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.1%, Difficult 20.5%, Platformer 15.9%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Anime 7.8%

Sine Mora EX is a side-scrolling shoot'em up that provides a unique challenge, where time is the ultimate factor. Mixing classic shooter sensibilities with contemporary presentation, Sine Mora EX is a gorgeous shoot'em up offering both a Story Mode that weaves an excessive tale and an Arcade Mode.

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.1%, Difficult 18.7%, 2.5D 16.9%, Female Protagonist 10%, Arcade 9.6%

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 17.9%, Difficult 16.1%, Platformer 13.3%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Anime 10.2%

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 16.9%, Platformer 12.7%, Difficult 12.7%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Anime 10.1%

A cosmic turbulence caused the 2D Platformer and the Top-Down Puzzler dimensions to merge! Switch between Toodee and Topdee and their unique perspectives to overcome hard-as-nails challenges, solve mind-melting puzzles and defeat huge bosses.

Why similar: 2.5D 18.3%, Local Co-Op 17.2%, Side Scroller 16%, Difficult 15.9%, Local Multiplayer 11%

Mighty No. 9 is a 2D Side-scrolling Action game that takes the best elements from 8 and 16-bit classics that you know and love and transforms them with modern tech, fresh mechanics, and fan input into something fresh and amazing!

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.3%, 2.5D 21.5%, Platformer 20.9%, Anime 11.4%, Retro 6.3%

TetherGeist is a challenging precision platformer that rewards practice and perseverance. Guide Mae and her axolotl spirit, Bao, on a wholesome coming-of-age pilgrimage while mastering Astral Projection, a tether that links Mae to her spirit and is the source of her strength.

Why similar: Difficult 22.3%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Platformer 13%, Fantasy 8.3%

Puzzling Action for One or Two Players.

Why similar: Difficult 20.4%, Local Co-Op 18.2%, Local Multiplayer 15.5%, Platformer 13.3%, Arcade 12%

Spelunky is a unique platformer with randomized levels that offer a challenging new experience each time you play. Journey deep underground and explore fantastic places filled with all manner of monsters, traps, and treasure.

Why similar: Platformer 28.1%, Difficult 23.1%, Local Co-Op 21%, Arcade 5.8%, Local Multiplayer 4.6%

Race to the finish in Giana Sisters: Dream Runners, a fast-paced, head-to-head platformer for up to four players.

Why similar: Local Multiplayer 18.3%, 2.5D 17.9%, Platformer 15.3%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Multiplayer 11.7%

Be a ninja and go on an action platforming adventure to save the world. Climb walls, slice up bad guys, master tricky platforming sequences and face ruthless bosses.

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.3%, Difficult 22.6%, Platformer 15.7%, Arcade 11.6%, Retro 8.2%

Lock and load for chaotic, fast-paced action in Gunslugs! Battle the evil Black Duck Army across wild, procedurally generated levels packed with explosions, jetpacks, chicken guns, and rogue-like permadeath. Unlock heroes, conquer bizarre worlds, and fight your way to the gates of Hell!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Platformer 15.3%, Retro 10.7%, Arcade 9%

Giana Sisters 2D is a HD remake of the beloved Nintendo DS game from 2009. It features full controller support, precise, intuitive controls and a smooth learning curve. All balanced for hours of fun and challenge.

Why similar: Platformer 40.2%, Female Protagonist 22.1%, Retro 17.8%, Indie 6.8%, Action 6.8%

Fight’N Rage is a brand new old-school side-scroller beat’em up. Inspired by the classics from the “golden age”, and with an art style that mimics the aesthetic from the 90's arcade gems, this game pays homage to all classic gameplay features that makes this genre one of the best from its time!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 16.3%, Local Multiplayer 14.5%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Difficult 10.7%, Female Protagonist 8.3%

Play as Chelshia the chimera in this platforming beat-em-up adventure into the wonderful world of monster girls!

Why similar: Platformer 25.1%, Female Protagonist 19.8%, Difficult 13.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%, Anime 6.5%

Experience the magical universe of Rayman with legendary 2D gameplay that has captured the hearts of millions of fans!

Why similar: Platformer 26.7%, Local Co-Op 23.8%, Local Multiplayer 9%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, Side Scroller 7.7%

Citrouille: Sweet Witches is a modern spin on old arcade classics. Brave danger and cover the world with flowers using your magic ladders. Play alone, together or settle the score in versus to rediscover the challenge of the good old days.

Why similar: Platformer 16.1%, Local Co-Op 12.9%, Female Protagonist 12%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Difficult 11.1%

"The most rewarding game of 2013!" Influenced by retro classics Mega Man and Castlevania, Angry Video Game Nerd Adventures features the AVGN and friends as they blast their way through 10 levels of fun, fast paced 2D action based on the AVGN's adventures in his online series.

Why similar: Difficult 26.2%, Platformer 24.1%, Retro 12.7%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%

Abathor is a challenging 2D action platformer for solo play or up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Golden Axe, Rastan, and Castlevania IV. Traverse Atlantis, battle demons, and defeat vicious bosses to save your progress! Enjoy an amazing OST from classic-era musicians!

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.4%, Difficult 16.7%, Platformer 16%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Retro 9.5%

Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features!

Why similar: Platformer 29.9%, Female Protagonist 22.9%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Side Scroller 7.6%, Anime 7.2%

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 21.1%, Difficult 14.6%, Female Protagonist 14%, Platformer 13.3%, Anime 12%

Never STANDBY in this fast-paced, precise platformer and get out of the glitched world! Can you do it faster than anyone?

Why similar: Difficult 25.2%, Platformer 18.4%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Arcade 6.8%

Nostalgic as well as new! Warp action game! A fairy "El" and a forest girl "Mia" living in a village Run through exhilarating warp to save villagers! A fantastic world view like a picture book and beautiful 3D graphics, Enjoy your imagination and enjoy with the beautiful sound that you listen carefully.

Why similar: 2.5D 13.5%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Difficult 12%, Platformer 11.5%, Anime 10.6%

Electronic Super Joy 2 is a brutally hard platformer, set in a world of brain-smashing electronic music. Run, jump, smash, & slice your way through 55+ weird & different levels, with giant monsters, swarming missiles & secret areas.

Why similar: Difficult 27.6%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Platformer 18.4%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Retro 9.4%

Never Give Up is a hardcore platformer determined to turn you into bloody chunks. Run, jump, and slide your way through ever-changing levels that get harder each time you succeed. You’ll need to try, die, and try again if you want to conquer the game without pressing the Give Up button.

Why similar: Difficult 28.5%, Platformer 23.6%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%, Action 5.6%

A pseudo 8-bit action platformer taking a bit of inspiration from film-noir and samurai dramas, iaidoka_interlude applies a few parkour and fighting game influences to mix up familiarity with a little uniquity.

Why similar: Platformer 22.8%, Difficult 21.7%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Retro 11.7%, Anime 11.5%

Seraph is a skill-based, acrobatic shooter... without aiming! Take the role of an angel who's mastered the art of 'Gun Fu' as she blasts and cartwheels her way through hordes of twisted demons.

Why similar: Platformer 28.5%, Side Scroller 28.3%, Female Protagonist 27.4%, Action 10.5%, 2D 5.3%

Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.

Why similar: Difficult 18.5%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Platformer 16.3%, Retro 12.5%, Arcade 11.4%