- #1 Surface Labyrinth KURUMABU
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hiroyuki SasayamaPub: KUMAZASA
Windows · Mac
Neo-2D Action Puzzle Game !
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31.3%, Action 23.4%, Puzzle 16.1%, Retro 11.4%, Physics 9.9%
- #2 Mine? Sweeper
96% matchMixed68% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: KMG
Windows
In this twist on minesweeper, find all treasures while avoiding mines to clear stages. Use items, deduce from nearby counts, or guess to identify tiles. Features a large-scale mode with multiple stages leading to a final treasure, and a small-scale mode focused on deducing a single stage.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.5%, Action 23.9%, Arcade 23.5%, Retro 11.9%, 2D 6.8%
- #3 IamMETEOR
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SuNRiza
Windows
Control a meteor and smash through endless waves of blocks in this fast-paced arcade brick breaker. Chase high scores as the game gets faster and more chaotic.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 32.6%, Action 24.1%, Arcade 23.1%, Retro 12%, 2D 6.9%
- #4 Immortus Temporus
95% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Kiepska Spółka
Windows · Mac · Linux
In "Immortus Temporus" crashing into hazards is... A perfectly viable strategy to beat the levels faster! Following the obvious routes won't get you the "gold medals" in this game. Its rules are designed to be broken. It is made for speedrunners, by a speedrunner.
Why similar: Action 26.6%, Arcade 26.4%, Puzzle 17.3%, Futuristic 17.2%, 2D 8%
- #5 Don't Press
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: V3K Games
Windows
Don’t Press is a 2D game full of unique levels and challenges, where the goal is simple — press the right button. But be careful: each level introduces new mechanics, environments, and dangers. One mistake, and everything can go wrong.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31.7%, Action 21.4%, Puzzle 16.1%, Arcade 13.8%, 2D 6.8%
- #6 Puzzle & Maze
93% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Pixel
Windows
In this game, you'll encounter a straightforward combat system and a plethora of traps and puzzles. The combat mechanics are simple yet engaging, requiring strategic thinking. Your character's success in battles depends on the comparison of Power levels.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 36.5%, Puzzle 19.7%, Action 15.6%, Arcade 15.4%, 2D 7.8%
- #7 Blockers - Advanced BreakOut
94% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: NTSOFT
Windows
Blockers is a new type of block breaking game.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 26.1%, Arcade 22.5%, Action 21.9%, Retro 18.6%, 2D 7.3%
- #8 LOOP LOOP ROOM
92% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: desunoyaPub: Sekai Project
Windows
This is a simple puzzle platformer game filled with a variety of gimmicks. There is no story! Do your best and gobble up the stars in each stage♪
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 40.1%, Action 23.1%, Arcade 16.4%, Puzzle 11%, 2D 4.9%
- #9 Supaplex HARD
91% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: InArcade
Windows · Mac · Linux
What can we say about Supaplex HARD in plain words? It is COMPLEXITY AND SPEED!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 26.8%, Arcade 21.1%, Action 16.4%, Puzzle 16.1%, Retro 8.7%
- #10 Bounce Ball
91% match7 user reviews43% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: SP Digital Arts Inc.
Windows
A physics based puzzle game. Bounce the ball of angled surfaces to get it to the finish.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 29.8%, Arcade 20.2%, Puzzle 16.3%, Physics 15.7%, Action 9.3%
- #11 Montezuma's Revenge - The 40th Anniversary Edition
89% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Mission Critical StudiosPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
An unfinished ’80s classic returns, now complete and fully evolved in 2.5D style! Explore 100 tricky chambers, dodge traps and try to escape with your treasures (and your life)!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 38.9%, Retro 15.5%, Arcade 15%, Puzzle 13.9%, Action 13.8%
- #12 Spy Bros. (Pipi & Bibi's DX)
89% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2023
Dev: RAWRLAB Games
Windows
Those wacky gangsters are up to no good... Dodge them, plant the bombs and flee the building before it blows up!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27%, Arcade 24%, Action 20.8%, Puzzle 14.5%, Retro 7.7%
- #13 F.I.T.
90% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: OddInquiry Interactive
Windows
Challenge your spatial awareness and reflexes in F.I.T. An addictive puzzle game where you are the master of your own geometric shape, and must skillfully fit into falling blocks of various sizes and shapes to survive and thrive in this captivating arcade style game to achieve the highest score!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 32.7%, Arcade 18.6%, Action 14.7%, Puzzle 14.5%, Physics 6.6%
- #14 PuzzGun
88% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2018
Dev: Aleksi RajamäkiPub: Codera
Windows
PuzzGun is a retro styled puzzle solving platformer where the player needs to make their way through 63 brainteasingly hilarious stages spread across three different worlds.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 37.9%, Puzzle 18%, Retro 14.4%, Action 13.2%, 2D 8.1%
- #15 Supaplex SQUARES
87% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: InArcade
Windows · Mac · Linux
In total we can say - it's a game of UNUSUAL SQUARE LEVELS!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.9%, Arcade 21.2%, Action 17.4%, Puzzle 13.8%, Retro 9%
- #16 Me and (My) Cat's Castle X
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: KAJINOYU
Windows
Stuff your cheeks with onigiri and make friends with even more friends! In "Me and (My) Cat's Castle X", you control a character who transforms by stuffing their cheeks with onigiri. Take on the challenge of the "Cat's Castle" in this platformer!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 46.8%, Puzzle 20.8%, Action 15.3%, Retro 6%, 2D 4.6%
- #17 Dark the Dead
84% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: FadyGames
Windows
Dark the Dead is an exciting game where you take on the role of a hidden wanderer who goes to meet an elder to receive a new task. The elder's magic coins were stolen, and your main goal is to return them.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 26.3%, Arcade 25.1%, Action 25%, Puzzle 16.8%, 2D 5.6%
- #18 Shurigatto
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Irokhan Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast, precise spin-and-dash action game. You play a ninja cat tethered to a magic shuriken, clearing short, tight levels by rotating, switching colors, and chasing perfect runs.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31.4%, Action 26.6%, Arcade 24.4%, Retro 8.7%, 2D 5.9%
- #19 Manipulated
83% matchPositive87% of 45 reviews2017
Dev: Wolfray Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Warning! This game does require an ability to think.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 42.5%, Puzzle 21.7%, Action 15.9%, Indie 10%, 2D 9.8%
- #20 PhotonVERSE 2
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IMPERIAL DYNAMICS
Windows
PhotonVERSE 2 is a puzzle precision 2d platformer set in a neon universe
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.1%, Arcade 19.8%, Action 14.5%, Puzzle 13.4%, Futuristic 12.9%
- #21 Proto Akane
85% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Lucas Fernandez
Windows
Akane pilots a vehicle that transforms to have different abilities to advance and defeat her enemies.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25%, Arcade 19.5%, Futuristic 14.7%, Action 14.2%, Puzzle 13.3%
- #22 Antiflux
82% matchVery Positive86% of 50 reviews2016
Dev: UAA Software
Windows
Antiflux is a challenging but fun puzzle platformer with upgrades, building complexity over time.
Why similar: Action 37.5%, Puzzle Platformer 33.7%, Puzzle 20%, Indie 6.1%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #23 Sluggy Jean Takes a Hike
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: The PhyzBot Group
Windows
Sluggy Jean is a game utilizing a unique puzzle-platformer style!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 39.3%, Action 17.1%, Arcade 14.8%, Retro 13.1%, 2D 7.3%
- #24 Rubber Toys
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Aatlantis Code
Windows
A Timing Puzzle Physics game. You need to pay attention to little details to pass this challenging puzzle.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 39.1%, Arcade 22.6%, Puzzle 13.6%, Physics 13.1%, 2D 7.7%
- #25 Project Mirror
81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Dogsnake Games
Windows · Linux
Welcome to Project Mirror, a mind-bending action puzzle game. Take control of both yourself and your mirror image as you strive to solve increasingly difficult puzzles that will test your cunning, intellect and skill. Putting your reflection in harm's way could lead to failure...
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 26.8%, Arcade 21.3%, Action 19.6%, Puzzle 18.9%, 2D 5.7%
- #26 Uootoy 3671
79% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Mindware
Windows
The legendary comic action puzzle "Uootoy" from 1984 is now available in its ultimate version with all the elements enhanced! The combination of various simple tricks is easy for anyone to understand, and the various stages that stimulate your creativity will keep you hooked!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 34.3%, Action 27%, Puzzle 17.7%, Retro 10.3%, 2D 7.2%
- #27 Ultimate Solid
79% matchMostly Positive73% of 67 reviews2016
Dev: What The Fantastic Games GroupPub: Night Steed Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
The great arcade challenge in physics based platform world. Join the hardcore journey of 200 levels with puzzle elements and claim the title of Ultimate Solid!
Why similar: Action 27.1%, Puzzle Platformer 22.3%, Physics 14.9%, Arcade 14.6%, Puzzle 14.4%
- #28 Emotitron
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pedro VictorPub: ZineDriver
Windows
Guide twin spinning orbs through lethal neon mazes in a precision arcade speedrunner with instant restarts and global leaderboards.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 46%, Arcade 23.9%, Puzzle 18.9%, 2D 7.7%, Indie 2.1%
- #29 Combo Postage
77% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2019
Dev: Kirk Lindsay
Windows · Linux
An action-packed platform-puzzle game! Dodge falling boxes, wrap them up in tape, then stomp them in stacks to rack up combos.
Why similar: Action 29.2%, Puzzle Platformer 28.8%, Arcade 20.2%, Puzzle 14.7%, Indie 7.1%
- #30 Death in the Night
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: Studio2760
Windows
A puzzle platformer with deadly dangers.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 47.4%, Action 21.4%, Puzzle 19.4%, 2D 8%, Indie 2.2%
- #31 Prototype Blocks 2
76% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2021
Dev: Dani GasPub: Louie Inc
Windows
Prototype Blocks 2 - Continuation of the first part of the puzzle in which new difficulties and portals await you!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35.6%, Arcade 28.4%, Puzzle 19.6%, Physics 12.5%, Indie 2.3%
- #32 Marsel - The Alien Clown
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 1UP Games Studio
Windows
Explore the magical world of Circus with Marsel in this wonderful 2D platform game inspired by classic platformer games of the 90's. When Marsel's spaceship crashes on Earth, he discovers that the parts needed for repairs can only be found on Circuses of yesterday, today, and tomorrow!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 33.1%, Arcade 18.9%, Puzzle 15.2%, Action 11.4%, Physics 8.4%
- #33 Super Jagger Bomb
74% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: CheapeeSoft GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
With retro-styled 3D graphics and mechanics that are easy to pick up and play but tough to master, Super Jagger Bomb offers a straightforward and rewarding gameplay experience.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31.6%, Arcade 28.1%, Action 19.4%, Retro 17.4%, Indie 2%
- #34 Cubicus
75% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Louie Inc
Windows
An addictive puzzle game with many challenging levels of varying difficulty.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35.6%, Arcade 28.4%, Puzzle 19.6%, Physics 12.5%, Indie 2.3%
- #35 FILMECHANISM
73% matchPositive97% of 38 reviews2021
Dev: Chemical PuddingPub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
RECORD and RESTORE are the keys!Use your puzzle brain and action brain to complete the the puzzles!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 44.1%, Puzzle 19.8%, Action 15.8%, Retro 15%, Indie 3.1%
- #36 REBADGE
72% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Yuumayay
Windows · Mac
REBADGE is a puzzle platformer where you throw the rules. Rethink what you've always taken for granted, swap rules with your own ideas, and explore a mysterious world of badges.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 45.8%, Action 22.3%, Puzzle 11.1%, 2D 9.1%, Physics 8.7%
- #37 Lode Runner Legacy
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 174 reviews2017
Dev: Tozai Games, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Lode Runner Legacy is the latest edition in the popular Lode Runner series. Players control “Runner” to recover stolen gold while avoiding enemies and minefields. Enjoy the ingenious balance of puzzle and action gameplay, an updated Voxel visual style and powerful game editors. Ver.2.0 Update is out now!
Why similar: Action 37.8%, Puzzle Platformer 29.5%, Puzzle 17.5%, Retro 15.2%
- #38 Deadlings: Rotten Edition
73% matchVery Positive84% of 271 reviews2014
Dev: ONE MORE LEVEL
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Arcade side-scroller with strategy elements! Four different types of zombie minions with unique abilities! 70 levels of pure zombie gore fun! Additional game mode - Nightmare - only for the hardcore gamers!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 43.5%, Arcade 27%, Action 23.7%, Indie 5.8%
- #39 The Pentest
70% matchPositive93% of 46 reviews2022
Dev: Matthieu Sommervogel
Windows
The Pentest is a first-person puzzle game. You play as a pentestor in charge of the security audit of the space station Achero 410. You will have to use your gear and skills to detect all the flaws and complete your mission.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 38.2%, Futuristic 24.4%, Puzzle 20.8%, Physics 11.4%, Indie 3.8%
- #40 Alienzix
72% matchMixed66% of 50 reviews2017
Dev: Xero TR-MMXZPub: Xitilon
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Oldschool 2Д-shooter of the Windows 2000 epoch, controlled by mouse. 2-player local cooperative mode with several difficulty levels.
Why similar: Action 41.3%, Arcade 22.9%, Retro 15.6%, Indie 9.8%, 2D 8.1%
- #41 Ball Bounce Maze
71% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Ball Bounce Partnership
Windows
Ball Bounce Maze is a randomized physics-based puzzle game in which you make the ball bounce around until it hits the target without hitting the obstacles, walls, ceiling, or floor. Easy? No! With different scoring categories, you can spend all night trying to get a new best score.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 38.5%, Puzzle 20.9%, Retro 14.6%, Physics 13.5%, 2D 8.7%
- #42 Bubble Hook Mania
68% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Rokito Games
Windows · Mac
A retro arcade bubble-shooter where shots split bouncing bubbles until they vanish. Clear 40 handcrafted levels before the timer runs out or push your limits in Survival.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 29.9%, Arcade 22%, Puzzle 12.1%, Action 11.7%, Physics 10.4%
- #43 Shiftomino
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: aramaa
Windows · Mac · Linux
"Shift" to move, Shiftomino! Shiftomino is a puzzle platformer where you advance through stages by moving from block to block.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 47.3%, Action 23.7%, Puzzle 19.5%, 2D 5.9%, Indie 2%
- #44 Block Smash
75% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: RoadToIndieGameDev
Windows
Choose your powerup, ball, and paddle and face off against a variety of blocks in this game inspired by Breakout!
Why similar: Arcade 44.8%, Action 34.2%, 2D 13.3%, Indie 4.3%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #45 Supaplex WOW!
70% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2018
Dev: InArcade
Windows · Mac · Linux
We simply can say: FOR THOSE WHO ARE NOT AFRAID OF Supaplex HARD!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 28.8%, Arcade 20.4%, Puzzle 15.8%, Action 14.4%, Retro 11.3%
- #46 Pixel
69% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Jorge David Muffareg Junior
Windows
Pixel is a minimalist platformer + puzzle game! Control a being that aims to reach somewhere... always jumping, dodging, avoiding and tricking obstacles that seem not to let you proceed. Died? Just try one more time =D
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 40.3%, Action 18.3%, Puzzle 15.6%, Futuristic 9.3%, Retro 8.4%
- #47 Zeri Factory
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MATSUBA
Windows
ZeliFactory is a falling-block puzzle × 2D action game where you control both the blocks dropping from above and a freely moving character called Zeli at the same time, clearing lines to earn high scores.
Why similar: Action 24.9%, Puzzle Platformer 23.2%, Puzzle 18.2%, Futuristic 12.6%, Retro 8.7%
- #48 Prison Run and Gun
68% matchVery Positive91% of 529 reviews2016
Dev: Quantized Bit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The recent events in a state prison, involving Jake from Team Hot Guns was a perfect moment for some prisoners to escape - you are one of them.
Why similar: Action 35.6%, Puzzle Platformer 34.8%, Retro 16.4%, Indie 7.8%, 2D 5.4%
- #49 Bubble Dogs
68% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Rivardus
Windows
Reunite the dog families of each breed and try to conjure up hearts, kibbles, golden paws and bones to score maximum points !
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 34.5%, Arcade 26.4%, Puzzle 17.8%, Physics 10.6%, 2D 7.3%
- #50 Bounce Ball
67% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: YuRo Games
Windows · Mac
In this casual 2D puzzle platformer, create multiple platforms to bounce the ball into the goal.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35.4%, Arcade 26.8%, Puzzle 18.1%, Physics 8.4%, 2D 7.5%
- #51 Starboi
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Turtlevania Games
Windows · Mac
The cosmic horrors have kidnapped Starboi's friends! Launch across the galaxy in search of them, avoiding black holes and defeating the tentacled monsters.
Why similar: Action 35.7%, Arcade 31.5%, Retro 17.7%, 2D 10.2%, Indie 2.9%
- #52 SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad
70% matchMixed53% of 149 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 40%
“SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad”, the sequel to the NEOGEO fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game, returns to the missions on the Steam battlefield!
Why similar: Action 51.6%, Arcade 35.7%, 2D 12.6%
- #53 Chickens Be Crazy
66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: John C. ArdussiPub: Game Mechanics LLC
Windows
The greatest chicken-based, single-screen puzzle platformer of all time (according to me)! Use your skillz to collect produce, outwit crazy chickens, and jetpack through 100 levels of family-friendly fun. Smash bricks, unlock doors, and discover secrets that will keep you coming back for more!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 26.7%, Arcade 19.3%, Puzzle 16.6%, Retro 14.8%, Action 11.6%
- #54 Ball Adventure
65% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Taranau Aliaksei
Windows
Help the ball save his girlfriend. Control it and change its size. Complete the levels as quickly as possible.
Why similar: Arcade 23.7%, Action 23.3%, Puzzle Platformer 22.3%, Puzzle 15.9%, Physics 7.3%
- #55 Spacegirl
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Borsuk Software
Windows
Escape the homicidal space station!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35.7%, Arcade 21.3%, Puzzle 15.8%, Action 14.4%, 2D 5.4%
- #56 Blocknator
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Paulo César Medeiros PortoPub: Unipig Studio
Windows
In this game, your objective is to fit the pieces on the board to accumulate points. When you complete one or more floors, the pieces are destroyed and you earn points. It’s that simple!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 37.3%, Arcade 28.5%, Puzzle 19.2%, Retro 11.3%, Indie 2.2%
- #57 Almightree: The Last Dreamer
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 173 reviews2015
Dev: ChocoartsPub: Digital Tribe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The world is shattering and you are the only hope to restore the balance. A thrilling and challenging 3D puzzle platformer game, Almightree: The Last Dreamer has you racing through a crumbling world to find your way to awaken the life giving Almightree.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 43.7%, Action 28.3%, Puzzle 20.7%, Indie 7.2%