- #1 Newton
97% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: Commandot Studio
Windows
Newton is a solo 2D pixel art Arcade-platformer. In this historical retro-fantasy game, you will collect apples, master gravity and set high score in this simple but challenging adventure!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.5%, Historical 19.1%, Retro 13.3%, Arcade 10.1%, Anime 8.7%
- #2 Afterlife Facilities Department
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Shenbot Makes
Windows · Mac · Linux
Quick, single-screen platformer. Over 100 bite-sized levels, quirky obstacles, perfect for lunch breaks.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.8%, Arcade 18.2%, Action 13.7%, Casual 11%, Hand-drawn 8.8%
- #3 Shadow Dash
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Radar
Windows
Shadow Dash is a retro 2D action platformer with pixel-art characters on oil painting backgrounds and changing game controls.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.5%, Historical 17.5%, Arcade 12.7%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Casual 9.4%
- #4 FIREFIGHTER
95% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Baal Games
Windows
A dynamic game with humor about the work of a firefighter.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.5%, Arcade 19.2%, Action 14.5%, Side Scroller 7.9%, Casual 7.9%
- #5 Retro Jump
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Cédric Wernert
Windows
A hardcore, old school platformer filled with epic music. Find this sacred banana at all costs.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.5%, Arcade 17.5%, Action 12.8%, Casual 10.3%, Retro 8.2%
- #6 Swingy Spider
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ReactionForceGaming
Windows
Swing through an endless crystal cave using simple one-touch controls. Attach your web to the ceiling, build momentum, avoid brittle surfaces and obstacles, collect crystals, and chase your high score.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.3%, Arcade 23.8%, Casual 15.5%, Colorful 11.2%, 2D 8.2%
- #7 Axe & Bow Land
91% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: elcanogames
Windows
Axe & Bow Land is a retro platformer and puzzle game where brothers Axel and Bowie battle an ancient darkness in Aztec lands. With their magical weapons and unique abilities, they must overcome challenges in pixel art worlds and restore peace to their home.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.4%, Arcade 18.2%, Anime 14.4%, Retro 10.7%, Colorful 8.9%
- #8 Arcadium
92% matchPositive85% of 26 reviews2020
Dev: Gedor Games
Windows
Arcadium is an action packed brickbreaker game where you destroy bricks, enemies and bosses using your ball and powerups. Fast reflexes, aiming and avoiding simple misstakes is required for beating this game, choose between three difficulty settings to adjust the challenge.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 25%, Arcade 23.3%, Action 16.1%, Retro 12.5%, Old School 10.4%
- #9 BATOUTTAHELL!
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ovvl
Windows
A minimal two-key action game where you weave through a torrent of fiery brimstone and even deadlier hazards to escape the infernal grasp of the underworld.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.7%, Arcade 19.9%, Action 15.3%, Casual 12.2%, Retro 10%
- #10 The Adventures of Nerdstan
90% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Abdullah Al BajjaliPub: Nerdstan Studio
Windows · Mac
Join Nerdstan In His Ultimate Adventures to save the NerdDom. In this Beautiful 2D Adventure You Will Defeat Enemies, Collect Coins, Navigate Platforms and Face Powerful Bosses.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.8%, Action 8.1%, Retro 7.7%, Casual 7.6%, Colorful 7.6%
- #11 Bear Bovver
89% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Artic ComputingPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic arcade-style platformer from 1983, take on the role of Ted the Bear, proud owner of a shiny new Sinclair electric truck - looking to find some batteries to power it. Also contains 'Baby Bear' mode, which allows you to play without enemies.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24%, Retro 21.8%, Arcade 20%, Action 9.3%, Platformer 7.7%
- #12 Ascii the Brave Cat
89% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2021
Dev: Workyrie Game Studio
Windows
Ascii the Brave Cat is a retro-style 2D action game with awesome new mechanics, cute characters, and memorable gameplay. Meet the never seen puzzles, collect upgrade items, fight creative funny bosses, and push yourself beyond the limit to save someone (or something) you love.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.6%, Action 13.1%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Anime 9.8%, Platformer 8.7%
- #13 Emiko's Pledge
88% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
Emiko's Pledge is a 2D Platform Action game based on the story of a Half Demon girl called Emiko, whose mission is to fulfill her dream of becoming the best warrior in the Demon world and also, to protect the Ettaze state from the enemies who infiltrated into the territory.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19%, Anime 15.2%, Retro 13.5%, Arcade 13%, Side Scroller 7.3%
- #14 Devil Dead
87% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Philippe Paillole
Windows · Linux
An arcade adventure across 11 worlds with many enemies, powers and bosses!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.6%, Arcade 22.5%, 2D 8%, Action 7.6%, Fantasy 7.6%
- #15 Face on Fire
86% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: rekuchn
Windows
Face on Fire is a retro action platformer with 12 playable characters and 100+ levels.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.8%, Action 19.8%, Arcade 17.6%, Retro 16.8%, Indie 9.7%
- #16 Dubu Rush
86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: AkDang Games
Windows
Warriors fight the king to save this world. However, the king is too high because it is very high. So you need to help you reach the king to this hero.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.4%, Arcade 18.4%, Action 13.4%, Anime 11.3%, Retro 7.7%
- #17 Retro Revengers
84% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2023
Dev: HappymealPub: Shinyuden
Windows
A retro-style adventure platformer game, inspired by hits of the past and featuring wonderful music created by Manami Matsumae, will take you on an eventful journey through the diverse environmental stages to encourage you to save the world of retro gaming.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.9%, Arcade 16.4%, Retro 15.4%, Old School 10.4%, Anime 9.6%
- #18 Jumping Jack
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this addictive arcade style platformer from 1983, jump through 20 levels of moving platforms, zany hazards, and bizarre enemies, each more difficult than the last. Time your jumps carefully, because one wrong move could send you hurtling downwards.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 32.3%, Retro 19%, Arcade 16.7%, Action 9.9%, Platformer 8.3%
- #19 Bargain Platformer
83% match6 user reviews33% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: José Lousa
Windows
You will have to run, jump and dodge traps in this old-school platformer game. The ideal game to play in your lunch break.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.2%, Arcade 19.3%, Action 14.5%, Casual 11.6%, Retro 9.2%
- #20 The Christmas Gifts
84% matchMixed47% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
The Christmas Gifts is a 2D Old School Christmas Themed Action Platformer based on the story of a boy named Kim who is in search of his gifts which got stolen from his garden.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.5%, Retro 15.6%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Colorful 9.4%, Platformer 7.2%
- #21 Just another Jump And Run
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Monsterware
Windows
Play this classic timed platformer alone or with friends and try to place your best times as high as possible on the leaderboard.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.8%, Arcade 20.9%, Casual 12.5%, Side Scroller 10%, Retro 9.5%
- #22 Survive the Spin
81% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: elcanogames
Windows
A lone hero faces creatures invading the kingdom on a deadly spinning wheel. Jump on enemies to survive, clear increasingly challenging levels, and enjoy catchy melodies in an arcade adventure with infinite retries.
Why similar: Arcade 30%, Action 15.4%, Anime 15.3%, Casual 12.8%, 2D 10.6%
- #23 Jumping Steve
82% match6 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Steves Games
Windows
Jumping Steve is a 2d arcade style indy casual roguelike game. Stay on the crows. Collect the thingys to increase your score so you can unlock stuff. MOD machine randomness. With over 2 Achievements. Power ups. 2 player. Lots of items. Visit Camp Aign. Not compatible with the gameboy camera.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.4%, Arcade 20.4%, Action 15.2%, Casual 12.2%, Colorful 9%
- #24 Games of Rome
80% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Rest1ess_Games
Windows
Games of Rome is a 2D top down boss rush game taking place in the Colosseum during the time of the Roman Empire. The player will fight foes all based on Roman history and myth, for the entertainment of the people of Rome.
Why similar: Historical 39.1%, Arcade 24.9%, Action 18.4%, Hand-drawn 12.5%, Indie 3%
- #25 CerbCade
79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Cerberus Games
Windows
Two games in one hellish arcade — and every future update is free. HELLFALL: swing, grapple, and stomp through 45 levels across the 9 circles of Hell while Cerberus watches. GRAVE SHIFT: hold the graveyard against endless undead waves — every bullet costs gold.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.4%, Arcade 20.6%, Action 15.8%, Casual 12.6%, Retro 11.4%
- #26 Skelly's Skirmish
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: skelsoft
Windows · Linux
Arcade platforming action with a spooky theme and a Game Boy aesthetic.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.4%, Arcade 19.9%, Action 10%, Retro 9.9%, Platformer 9.6%
- #27 Bubu Kong Goes Bananas
81% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: CRX Entertainment Pte Ltd.
Windows
"Bubu Kong Goes Bananas" is a modern solo adventure, blending classic Arcade game nostalgia with dynamic environments and epic boss battles for a thrilling banana-collecting experience.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.3%, Arcade 18.2%, Action 14.1%, Casual 11.4%, Platformer 7.6%
- #28 Luna Skyrider
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Riku's Heart
Windows
Luna Skyrider is a fast-paced 2D arcade flight game. Dodge deadly gates, collect stars and crystals, unlock anime-inspired riders and magical trails, and chase higher scores across a colorful celestial skyway.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 34.8%, Arcade 23.2%, Anime 17.2%, Action 13.9%, Fantasy 4.9%
- #29 Idle Rocket Miner
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ogress Tech
Windows · Mac · Linux
A lunar-lander-style idle game: pilot your own rocket to mine real periodic table elements, refine them into products, and automate routes that keep earning while you're away. No prestige, no resets, no ads, no microtransactions.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.8%, Arcade 17.4%, Action 12%, Casual 9.7%, Retro 9.3%
- #30 Never Stop Rolling
76% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Keegan BruerPub: Miqueagul
Windows · Linux
Never Stop Rolling is a single-player 2d platformer with a heavy focus on precisely timed jumps. Players will need to navigate through spikes, cannons, and more to reach the end.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.9%, Old School 13.1%, Action 9.9%, Retro 9.4%, Platformer 8.9%
- #31 Switch It
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Lucas Fernandez
Windows
A bit frustrating game where you have to reach the end using the different types of blocks that you have.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 32%, Arcade 28%, Retro 14%, Casual 13.4%, 2D 8.4%
- #32 Pixel Game Maker Series Osyaberi! Horijyo! Holin Slash
77% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: CLOUDs Playcompany Inc.Pub: Gotcha Gotcha Games
Windows
Join your favorite talkative Archaeologist and Treasure Hunting girl, Anna Holinski, in this 2D action side-scroller!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.3%, Anime 14%, Arcade 11.8%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Action 7%
- #33 Emiko's Pledge 3
76% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
Emiko's Pledge 3 is a 2D Platform Action game based on the story of a half demon girl called Emiko, whose aim is to become the greatest warrior of the Ettaze state and abroad and also, to protect the weak.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.6%, Anime 15.3%, Arcade 13.2%, Retro 12.1%, Side Scroller 8.5%
- #34 BoxBoxes
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Thunder The Great Studios Pub: Thunder The Great Studios
Windows · Mac
Jump, dodge obstacles, and conquer three unique kingdoms in BoxBoxes, a colorful 2D platformer. Master precise movement, defeat powerful shape rulers, and save the Shapes World from the Dark Square King's corruption.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.6%, Arcade 26.3%, Casual 11.7%, Platformer 10.9%, Colorful 9.9%
- #35 Bubble Wars
75% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: André G.Pub: Zaints Roar Studios
Windows
Embark on an epic adventure with Rick the Hamster to defeat the Bubble Monsters and save the love of his life!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.5%, Arcade 15.8%, Casual 8.7%, Old School 8.6%, Colorful 8%
- #36 The Abduction of Oscar Z
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Constant Wave Technologies
Windows · Mac · Linux
A pixel-art side-scrolling runner: beat the alien in a rescue race for your kidnapped animals. Sprint, jump, and slide through mines, birds, and traps. Reach your friends before your captor. Fast retro chases, tight timing, and rescue-first stakes on land and underwater.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.1%, Arcade 19.1%, Casual 12.5%, Action 8.9%, Retro 8.5%
- #37 Maui Pong
72% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: awtgames
Windows
Dodge obstacles, defeat bosses & collect power-ups in this arcade classic!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.3%, Arcade 22%, Retro 16.4%, Casual 13.7%, Old School 10.7%
- #38 Bargain Toader
74% match4 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: Jose Lousa
Windows
Drive the toads to their goals.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31%, Arcade 26.1%, Casual 17%, Old School 15.1%, 2D 9%
- #39 Sir Noggin
71% matchPositive98% of 40 reviews2025
Dev: Sinclair StrangePub: Scarlet Moon Games
Windows
Sir Noggin is a platformer inspired by the glorious 8-bit days and in the style of the Master System. Relive the days where the controllers only had a couple of buttons and you'd have to re-tune in your television sets.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.5%, Arcade 17.7%, Action 13%, Side Scroller 8.5%, Platformer 7.5%
- #40 Siege of the Swine
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Randall Fulton
Windows
Fight your way through a never-ending horde of piggy enemies. How many can you fend off before your kingdom falls to ruin?
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.7%, Arcade 24.1%, Action 12.4%, Fantasy 9%, Colorful 7.7%
- #41 PhotonVERSE 2
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: IMPERIAL DYNAMICS
Windows
PhotonVERSE 2 is a puzzle precision 2d platformer set in a neon universe
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.1%, Arcade 17.8%, Action 9.2%, Hand-drawn 8.4%, Colorful 8.1%
- #42 Freddy Farmer
70% matchPositive93% of 45 reviews2025
Dev: Catcade GamesPub: Flynn's Arcade
Windows
Freddy's daughter has been kidnapped by an evil dragon. To rescue her, he must cross the entire kingdom taking some ingredients with which to make a magic potion, but it won't be easy, they must be collected in a specific order and Freddy will have to overcome the dangers he finds in his path.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.6%, Arcade 22.1%, Retro 18.7%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Platformer 6.9%
- #43 Precision Break
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Skeeall
Windows · Mac
2D Story Based Action Platformer, face off against 6 assassins to save your sister
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.6%, Arcade 19.2%, Action 15.4%, Anime 11.4%, Side Scroller 8.3%
- #44 Puzzle Bobble Everybubble!
69% matchMixed64% of 25 reviews2026
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: ArcSystemWorks
Windows
Play solo! Play with friends! The original bubble shooter is back! The latest entry in the iconic action-puzzle series PUZZLE BOBBLE—also known as BUST-A-MOVE— is finally on Steam! Match three or more bubbles of the same color to clear the board in the ultimate evolution of this legendary classic.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.4%, Arcade 20.4%, Action 14.6%, Anime 13.3%, Casual 8.8%
- #45 Fiiish! Classic
71% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Andreas Neukoetter
Windows · Mac · Linux
A relaxing underwater adventure — collect, explore, and chill.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.8%, Arcade 18.5%, Action 13.3%, Casual 10.7%, Side Scroller 8%
- #46 Captain Galactic
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: whoppagamer
Windows
Captain Galactic is a colorful retro sci-fi platformer where you ride a hoverboard through strange alien worlds, collect crystals, unlock abilities and items, dodge deadly traps, and blast enemies with your phaser.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24%, Arcade 16.6%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Action 8.5%, Platformer 7.9%
- #47 Move the Window
71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Hyakuren Soft
Windows
This is a game where you have to solve in unusual ways to collect all the coins in each level.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.2%, Retro 19.2%, Action 18.7%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D 8.8%
- #48 Wonderboy in Monster Land
68% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Retro Maniac
Windows
The 8-90's arcade platformer returns to PC. Fight your way across Monster Land, spend your gold on better swords, shields and boots, and cut down the Mecha Dragon. Full controller support, and it always picks up right where you left off.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.5%, Arcade 23.3%, Retro 18.2%, Action 11.2%, Casual 8.4%
- #49 Jump Mechanic
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: sparsevector
Windows
A cute 2d platformer with an emphasis on intuitive, expressive controls. Jump, twirl, roll, dive, spin, and more across 6 diverse pixel art worlds.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 36%, Colorful 15.2%, Retro 9.4%, Action 8.9%, Side Scroller 8.8%
- #50 Fallen Leaf
67% matchVery Positive91% of 296 reviews2024
Dev: Delta Shore Games
Windows
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: Retro 18.3%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Platformer 10.7%, Old School 10.6%, Side Scroller 10.4%
- #51 Salaryman Shi
70% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2022
Dev: Cliax Games
Windows
Traverse colorful environments, battle strange animals and master the power of your suitcases to... get to work on time? Play as salaryman Takeshi Shi as you hurry to catch the bus to the office!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.6%, Arcade 20.2%, Action 14.4%, Platformer 8.9%, Side Scroller 8.7%
- #52 Starboi
68% 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: Arcade 26.4%, Action 21%, Retro 20.9%, Casual 16.7%, 2D 9.9%
- #53 Super Sean 008: Xelar's Revenge
69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: CRX Entertainment Pte. Ltd.
Windows
I'm not bald!!! Wait what? The evil bald wizard Xelar has abducted Super Sean himself this time to take revenge for all the goody goody two shoes stuff he did in Super Sean 007. Fast paced 2D platform action!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19%, Arcade 18.8%, Action 14.6%, Casual 11.2%, Side Scroller 8.4%
- #54 Quest of Wizard
68% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: Alexey SuslinPub: WhisperGames
Windows
Quest of Wizard is a classic Action Platformer set in a fantasy setting. Go through difficult levels full of dangerous traps and different enemies, fight with bosses, look for chests with gold, open secrets, learn and upgrade spells.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.5%, Arcade 19.5%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Action 9.7%, Platformer 9.2%
- #55 Jack Dragon and the Stone of Peace
67% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Tea Monster Games
Windows
Jack Dragon is a retro game love letter to 80 and 90s arcade games. Avoid nasties, jump on platforms, glide around the screen and collect gems! Sounds easy, right?
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.2%, Arcade 17.1%, Retro 16.7%, Old School 12.8%, Platformer 7.3%
- #56 FLARE NUINUI QUEST
65% matchVery Positive93% of 256 reviews2024
Dev: sulpxPub: holo Indie
Windows · Linux
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: 2D Platformer 22.5%, Retro 15.9%, Anime 12.3%, Action 9%, Platformer 8.3%
- #57 Collecstar
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: LGV
Windows
Shoot for the stars! In this cute 2D platform arcade game, jump on clouds and collect as many stars as you can before you run out of lives.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.5%, Arcade 21.4%, Retro 16.9%, Action 9.2%, Casual 7.7%
- #58 Emiko's Pledge 2
67% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
Emiko's Pledge 2 is a 2D Platform Action game based on the story of a Half-Demon girl called Emiko, whose mission is to protect all the residents of the Ettaze state from the enemies who infiltrated into the territory.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.8%, Anime 16.1%, Arcade 13.3%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Retro 6.9%