Games Like H.A.R.D.

A minimalist 2D precision platformer where every jump matters. Simple mechanics, unforgiving level design, and constant failure. Learn from your mistakes, stay focused, and push forward through pure, intentional pain.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.7%, Difficult 17.2%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 11%, Minimalist 7.3%

Ambidextrous Psychopath is all about the gameplay, and is designed for the gamer who wants a fresh platforming challenge. Ambidextripath is designed to challenge the player to develop strategies to split their focus onto two simultaneously moving player objects.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.4%, Difficult 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Puzzle Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 7.6%

Our friend Steve here, has found himself in a bit of a sticky situation, stuck in some nasty places. He's going to need your guidance to get back out, but it's going to be tricky.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.5%, Difficult 17.3%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 12.1%, Puzzle Platformer 7.4%

NEGATIVE_SPACE, a challenging black and white 2D platformer where you have to invert between two versions of the same room in order to reach the exit.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 32.8%, Difficult 19.6%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 10.2%, Puzzle Platformer 8.7%

Master momentum in this unique jumping game that features no jump button! Preserve your potential energy and fall to new heights as you solve these clever puzzles and maneuver your way to victory.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 25.7%, Difficult 14.9%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Platformer 8.8%, Puzzle Platformer 8.7%

The precision platformer where you swing through a long interconnected world, flying through portals.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 38.5%, Difficult 23%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 11.3%, Minimalist 3.5%

Down n' Up is a platformer where you can't move: you can only jump. In an all-in-one map where many challenges await you, climb higher and higher to reach the top. Be careful not to fall from too high!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 39%, Difficult 21.9%, Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 8%, Minimalist 5.6%

While in search of food, a fruit bat stumbles its way through the ventilation system of a secret facility finding unique fruit that give special abilities. While in search of more fruit the bat must avoid traps and enemies. Will the bat be able to satiate it's hunger and escape with its life?

Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.6%, Difficult 20.7%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%

Niman is a fast paced, 2D-Action Platformer with minimalist look and a gravity bending level design where you need skill and tenacity to get through

Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.1%, Difficult 20.3%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Platformer 11%, Minimalist 6.4%

Jump platform to platform with cute capybara.ㅤㅤㅤ This game much and much harder than it looks.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.1%, Difficult 21.5%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 3.4%

A tightly designed, precision platformer with a large variety of mechanics. Jump, dash and teleport your way past spikes to get to the end. Use multiple move sets over seven chapters. For players of all skill levels to enjoy!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.6%, Difficult 24.5%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Puzzle Platformer 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

Move the boxes from each level correctly and simultaneously to move to the next challenge in this minimalist and retro 2D puzzle game!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 24.8%, Difficult 15.4%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Minimalist 9.2%, Puzzle Platformer 8.9%

A unique, stylish platformer based around flinging yourself as fast as possible in any direction. Venture deep into the "Songbird Short Stop" to fix a cash register that won't scan milk in this exhilarating precision platformer.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.6%, Difficult 19.9%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Platformer 10.8%, Arcade 5.3%

A precision-platformer with ONLY ONE BUTTON and LIMITED JUMPS. You should jump.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 37.7%, Difficult 22%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Puzzle Platformer 9.4%, Platformer 5.9%

Punch Jump is a Foddian Precision Platformer where you throw around an NPC named Carl. This will not be easy and the player will fail numerous times.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 33%, Difficult 22.8%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 11.5%, Puzzle Platformer 5.8%

Towering is a platform game that is inspired by Red Light, Green Light. You cannot move when the background is red but most objects become invisible when the background is green. Memorize the placement of objects during red and navigate the tower during green. A true test of skill and memory!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 32.6%, Difficult 18.6%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 10.5%, Puzzle Platformer 10.3%

Rainboy is a precision platformer with 100s of exhilarating levels! You were brought into this universe knowing nothing... Join Rainboy and Dart on a journey around the world as they discover the meaning of their existence!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.5%, Difficult 22.6%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%

Who's behind this? zzzzz is a hardcore platformer where you have to overcome a series of challenging levels in order to find the answers you're looking for.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 35%, Difficult 20.5%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 11.6%, Minimalist 8.9%

CUBOY is a minimalist platform game. Complete all Levels.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.3%, Difficult 16.7%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Minimalist 12.1%, Platformer 11.7%

Platform your way through over 150 ever more challenging rooms with your trusty sword in hand! Use obstacles to your advantage and traverse the treacherous depths.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 32.9%, Difficult 17.9%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Minimalist 10.7%, Puzzle Platformer 10.6%

Faced with difficult, or sometimes impossible, 2d platforming challenges, spend your precious time limit to alter the level. Well actually pay someone else to do it. Then try to traverse through the modified level in the time you left yourself.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 38.7%, Difficult 20.3%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Puzzle Platformer 9.5%

Jump and jump to reach the goal.Play with one button.There are 5 stages and all mixed stages.Jump with timing in the direction that changes every 1 second.No thorns and no time limit, but it will be difficult to reach the goal.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.9%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Platformer 16.2%, Difficult 15.6%, Casual 6.8%

SHTREK is a short, minimalist platformer where precision is everything. With 60 levels and 60 lives, every move counts. How far can you go?

Why similar: Precision Platformer 37.6%, Platformer 13.1%, Difficult 11.4%, Minimalist 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.9%

Ser Jorryn is a 1-bit retro platformer inspired by the 80's arcade era. Run, jump, die, repeat.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 47%, Difficult 27.2%, Platformer 7.4%, 2D Platformer 6.7%, Arcade 5.8%

You’re an alien octopus who crash landed on Crab Island, where you discover your taste for crabs and hip clothing. Your goal is to find your spaceship but juicy crabs are in the way.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.2%, Platformer 16.7%, Difficult 14%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Casual 4.9%

Denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. Five stages to overcome on Mount Farewell. This game is a difficult 2D precision platformer about grief for those who like a challenge.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 38.7%, Difficult 21.7%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 10.2%, Puzzle Platformer 7.9%

Help Stanislav escape the prison and defeat the plague to save the world, in super-tight 2D pixel platformer.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 35.1%, Difficult 21.5%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 12%, Puzzle Platformer 6.9%

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

Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.3%, Difficult 19.3%, Platformer 12.8%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%

A minimalistic platformer with a 1x1 tileset. No enemies, no bullets, no lasers. Just sheer platforming.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.9%, Difficult 25.1%, Minimalist 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 5%, 2D Platformer 4.9%

A contemplative retro platformer that intentionally uproots one of the genre's key assumptions: input consistency! Master the "Control Switch" mechanic as you jump, dash and use abilities granted by your immortal soul to outjump damnation.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 30.3%, Difficult 17.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Puzzle Platformer 10%, Platformer 9.8%

A challenging 2D platform game.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 34.9%, Difficult 26.5%, 2D Platformer 23.3%, Platformer 9.2%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Awesome Pea is a fast precision platformer where you must run&jump through a series of challenging stages

Why similar: Precision Platformer 42%, Difficult 23.4%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 5%

A challenging 2D platformer with tough and precise platforming. Inspired by games like Jump King and Getting Over It, traverse the treacherous cave as you travel further down it to recover your lost core and become whole again.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.3%, Difficult 21.9%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Platformer 11.9%, 2D 2.7%

Blue Boy: Bleeding Out is a short but challenging platformer where you bleed as you run. You must avoid touching your bloody path on the way to the exit.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 32.8%, Difficult 22.1%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Platformer 10.3%, Puzzle Platformer 10.3%

Sir Lovelot is on a quest to find the love of his life. Join him in this wacky tight platformer, where impressing cheeky damsels is harder than a heart of stone!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 35.3%, Difficult 20.6%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 12.2%, Puzzle Platformer 4.8%

Dark Ascent is designed to be a test of skill, patience, and perseverance. Every decision counts, and you must learn from your mistakes to climb higher.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 31.7%, Difficult 17.9%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Puzzle Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 9%

GatePass is a 2D platformer game with strong puzzle elements. Escape the 100-level labyrinth and return home safely.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.3%, Difficult 21.9%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Puzzle Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 9.5%

A merciless platformer where you play as a cute octopus named Bubbles, collecting pearls and failing countless times against mean, downright unfair traps. Perfect your controls, defy vicious obstacles, and challenge your nerves.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.2%, Difficult 20.8%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Platformer 11.3%, Casual 3.6%

Upfall is a game about bouncing, dodging, and near death experiences. Burst bubbles to progress upwards, but be careful to dodge the hazards in the depths. How far will your upfall be? A free game for the in betweens.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 33.9%, Difficult 17.3%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 11.7%, Arcade 6.7%

Use the chain to swing and propel yourself through the buildings. Execute fluid and epic moves to light up the city in the shortest possible time!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 35.5%, Difficult 20.2%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 11.4%, Arcade 6.5%

2D precision platformer/obstacle game.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 34%, Difficult 25.5%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 8.3%, Arcade 8.1%

Help Fjong and his friends to reach the sky.. by Eating Candy! Fjong is a relaxing, colorful and non-violent game that suits every kind of player and skill level.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 30.1%, Difficult 17.3%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Puzzle Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 9.6%

Stick and Balls is an exceedingly difficult climb up a minimalist tower. Control two balls, separately yet simultaneously, connected by a stick, with other physics shenanigans that are simple to learn, hard to master. The smallest mistake might lead you on a (psychologically) painful fall.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.9%, Difficult 22.5%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Minimalist 12.4%, Platformer 10.1%

Fling D'Block is a fast-paced physics-based speedrunning game where you navigate treacherous levels, collect crystals, and race to the exit with precision and skill. Test your speed and dexterity to master each challenge and claim victory!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 31.1%, Difficult 17.9%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 10.2%, Minimalist 7.4%

Navigate your way through a world that changes when you do, dodge treacherous obstacles, and race against the clock in A Dash of Color: a fast-paced minimalist precision-platformer with occasional puzzle elements.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.3%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Puzzle Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 11.3%, Minimalist 7.8%

An indie precision platformer that offers an atmospheric and captivating experience. Take control of the young boy as he navigates through a series of meticulously crafted levels. The game's visuals blend terrifying traps with dark environments, immersing players in an exciting adventure.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 33.4%, Difficult 19.4%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Platformer 11.1%, Puzzle Platformer 10.8%

Silhou is a fast-paced, precision platformer that challenges players to navigate through a series of deadly, handcrafted levels. Your goal is simple, collect the key and reach the exit..... while avoiding lethal traps, spikes, sawblades, and crushing walls.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 35.7%, Difficult 22%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 6.9%, Arcade 4.7%

A physics-based action puzzle game focused on adjusting jump height and movement speed to solve challenges.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 45.5%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 11.4%, Physics 7.9%, Arcade 5.1%

《Fluff Up》 is a charming yet challenging game where you control a chubby little bird flapping through a fantastical sea of clouds. Master your speed, manage your stamina, and ride the clouds to reach the highest skies.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 37.5%, Difficult 22.1%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Platformer 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 3.3%

Jump. Die. Repeat. A brutally hard one-button platformer where every jump could be your last. How hard could a one-button game really be? Well buckle up, because you’re about to enter the Jumpocalypse.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 45.6%, Difficult 26.5%, Puzzle Platformer 9%, Platformer 9%, 2D Platformer 4.8%

In “On the Wind's Breath”, play as a dandelion seed, navigate obstacles, find fertile soil, take control of the wind, grow into a flower. Simple graphics, intuitive controls, narrative experience. Beware of unsuitable surfaces. Soothing soundtrack, a journey through various regions.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 32.8%, Difficult 18.8%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 9%, Minimalist 6.9%

Determination, a jetpack and a dream of returning home is all you have against the might of Mt. Cadere. There is a high chance that you'll plummet back down to the depths, but don't lose hope! Keep climbing using what little fuel you have, or you might just end up like the others on the mountain...

Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.7%, Difficult 21.5%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 2.9%

Rush through rooms with challenging platforms and terrains, duel with the Color Guardians and claim their hues to your uncolor deeds. Master the precision platformer essentials: WallJump, DoubleJump, SharpTiming. A field day for the SpeedRunners!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.9%, Difficult 26.3%, Platformer 14.2%, 2D Platformer 5.6%, 2D 3.3%

Help Froggy complete a quest in this colorful platformer adventure! Use your sticky tongue to pull, push, and grapple through many challenging levels while collecting as many flies as you can.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 35.4%, Difficult 21.4%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 11.7%, Puzzle Platformer 7.1%

Help Lala Sparks reignite her passion by bursting through hundreds of hand-crafted challenges! DASH n CRY: Bursting is a fast-paced 2D precision platformer. Every DASH matters, every CRY will make you stronger!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 45.5%, Difficult 25.1%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Platformer 7.5%, Indie 2.8%

A precise 2D platformer with a twist. NO JUMPING. Master your magnetic powers to beat each level with speed and skill. Enjoy classic 16-bit gaming vibes, tackle challenging achievements and compete for global leaderboard supremacy along the way.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.5%, Difficult 15.8%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Puzzle Platformer 7.3%, Platformer 6.5%

Master fast and fun movement in Spike Mtn to overcome tough challenges in this 2D precision platformer!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 35.4%, Difficult 21%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, Platformer 11.5%, Physics 4.8%

Warp Leap is a platform-jumping game centered on "warping". You can nimbly move among scattered geometric platforms, relying on precise judgment and smooth rhythm control to perform instant warps and accurate traversals, overcoming challenges level by level.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.6%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Platformer 14.2%, Minimalist 8.5%, Casual 4.4%

A chest full of diamonds awaits you on top of the Temple of Despair! Challenge yourself and climb the temple in this 2d-precision platformer!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 45.2%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Platformer 13.3%, Difficult 7.2%, Casual 4.1%