- #1 Page Turner
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PoppKeys Games
Windows
Barrel through 1920s BigCity in this hard-hitting, ink-smearing, platformer shoot-em-up!
Why similar: 2.5D 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Side Scroller 15%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.8%
- #2 Onion Assault
96% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2023
Dev: Hörberg Productions
Windows
The evil Croquetto Empire is trying to conquer Onionia and it's up to one brave onion farmer, and his mom, to stop the tyrannical invading fascist army! Old-school 2D platfoming from the creator of Gunman Clive and Mechstermination Force.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.3%, 2.5D 18.4%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Platformer 16.6%, Action 7.2%
- #3 The Rift Rebels
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Playthrough Experience
Windows
An unknown force from a parallel reality trapped Earth’s energy in three runes. The best resistance fighters have been sent on a critical mission to destroy the runes and seal the dimensional rift.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Old School 9.3%
- #4 Öga
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: byvsen
Windows
Freeze and climb enemies as Öga, an eye with boots!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, 2.5D 23.5%, Platformer 19%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, Old School 11%
- #5 Metal Soldiers 3D
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Play365
Windows · Mac
Metal Soldier 3D is a fast-paced run-and-gun shooter where you battle a rogue army across explosive 2.5D levels. Use a wide arsenal, pilot tanks and mechas, and face off against traps, bosses, and even dinosaurs in classic arcade-style action.
Why similar: 2.5D 20.7%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Old School 14.8%, Military 12.3%, 2D Platformer 12.3%
- #6 Storm The House Collection
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Case HollingsworthPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Defend your base, upgrade your arsenal, and survive the siege! The iconic Storm the House trilogy of fixed-position shooters returns from the golden age of Flash, now preserved and better than ever.
Why similar: Tower Defense 23.9%, Tanks 21.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, War 15.5%, Side Scroller 8.6%
- #7 Shooting Saucer
93% matchVery Positive90% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: SinksAdventure
Windows
A flying saucer chases you all over the galaxy. Run away, defeat enemies, and evolve to avoid getting abducted
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 23.6%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Platformer 15.1%, Cartoony 8.4%
- #8 Beer Gunner
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Des Interactive
Windows
A fast-paced run-and-gun shooter in the spirit of the classics — shoot, jump, and shred monsters to energetic music.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, 2D Platformer 22.5%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Platformer 11.8%, Old School 9.6%
- #9 Rog & Roll
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Punch the Moon
Windows · Mac
Rog & Roll is a fast-paced, fluid 2.5D platformer from a new perspective. Control a tiny enemy monster named Rog on a quest to save his fellow minions! Rocket through levels using Rog's roll ability, or hunt for secrets and unlock hidden paths!
Why similar: 2.5D 27.9%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Platformer 15.9%, Old School 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12.2%
- #10 Fallback!
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Go Around Games
Windows
2.5D sidescroller where you control a helicopter in the style of old school hits. Build up your defences by completing missions before facing the final showdown. How long will you hold out?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Tower Defense 15.9%, 2.5D 14.5%, Vehicular Combat 13.4% ★
- #11 Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CC164
Windows
Blast away wasp scum in Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order! Shoot your way through 12 scenic stages of trees, metal, and more, to eliminate the Wasp Army once and for all!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Side Scroller 21.5%, 2D Platformer 19%, Old School 11.3%, War 10.6%
- #12 City Siege: Faction Island
89% matchMixed68% of 252 reviews2017
Dev: Ish GamesPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The ultimate 2D Physics War Game - War just got fun, build your army with tanks, guns, spies, flame tanks and helicopters. Then embark on battles of mass destruction and tactical rescues. Bring peace to faction island by destroying all your enemies!
Why similar: Tanks 21.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Platformer 13.2%, Side Scroller 12.9%, War 12.6%
- #13 S. Prysm Destroyer
87% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2024
Dev: MaidsWithGuns
Windows
A 2D platform shooter where you DESTROY!! Get Elemental Powers from the Prysms and help Amor defeat the Primordial Threats agains Humanity! Get cute costumes and be stylish!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.1%, 2.5D 19%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 15.4%, Female Protagonist 8.4%
- #14 The Voices Games 2d Collection
88% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: The Voices Games
Windows
A collection of 4 small games by The Voices Games Ascendshaft: A vertical scrolling shootemup Violetti Goottii: A 2d Platformer Dragons in Space: A sidescrolling Shootemup Endless Shaft: A score attack survival game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Side Scroller 21.1%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Old School 10.2%, Stylized 8.9%
- #15 Rise of the Penguins 2: Penguin's Dark Ascent
86% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Bill WooPub: Pwoo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Throw snowballs and navigate seven challenging levels as Kaito, a young penguin. Master platforming challenges, collect items, and face epic bosses in this 2D adventure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Side Scroller 22.1%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Platformer 17%, Stylized 8.8%
- #16 Rebel Core: Awakens
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Atom Switch, Inc.Pub: TBD
Windows
A sci-fi action platformer where players can jump, shoot, slash, and shield their way through the 8 Core Robotics and their domains. Conquer levels and bosses in any order and defeat them all to reach the The Citadel - along with the robotic Council that has conquered humanity.
Why similar: 2.5D 22%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Platformer 14.3%, Sci-fi 8.6%
- #17 Cyber Haze
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LucasMegaStriker
Windows
Cyber Haze is a retro-style 2.5D platformer in which Haze, a delivery robot, must defend his world against a horde of viruses that have begun to take over the digital world!
Why similar: 2.5D 30.6%, Platformer 21.5%, Side Scroller 16%, 2D Platformer 13%, Old School 9.9%
- #18 Missing Banban
82% matchVery Positive93% of 285 reviews2025
Dev: Simon CarnyPub: Euphoric Brothers
Windows
Grab your weapons and delve into this action side-scroller intense adventure. Jump around and explore the insane levels. Shoot and dodge your way through enemies. Fight to find your friend and solve the disappearance!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Side Scroller 25.3%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 15.9%, Cartoony 9.3%
- #19 Black Otaku - SOS HD
84% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Def Sauce
Windows
Big guns have begun an attack on YOUR communities, and trust, bredren, YOU DI ONLY BLACK MAN DAT CYAN STOP DEM ...and di only way to stop dem, is to run-right and shoot everything that moves!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Side Scroller 23%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 11.8%, Cartoony 9.1%
- #20 Risky Woods
84% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Dinamic SoftwarePub: Bleem.Net
Windows
Battle your way through risky woods and murky caves. Stomping Skeletons....traps to trick you....face-gripping flying fiends!
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Platformer 16.8%, Action 6%
- #21 Exterminator V Pollinators
83% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Hydro Shock Studio
Windows
In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Side Scroller 22.5%, 2.5D 17.5%, Cartoony 8.2%, Sci-fi 7.9%
- #22 R-Type Dimensions III
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: KRITZELKRATZ 3000Pub: ININ
Windows
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Side Scroller 26.2%, 2.5D 24%, Sci-fi 6.2%, Old School 5.9%
- #23 Alpacalypse
80% matchVery Positive93% of 149 reviews2023
Dev: Gus McGuirePub: Neumont College of Computer Science
Windows
Alpacalypse is a 2.5D action platformer where you control Pancake The Llama, fighting to rescue your wife, The Mrs. Kick and spit your way through hordes of alpacas, collecting coins, and platforming your way to victory.
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.4%, 2.5D 25%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Platformer 18.4%, Action 3.3%
- #24 Pippu - Bauble Quest
81% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Chequered Ink Ltd.
Windows
Take Pippu on an epic platforming adventure to defeat the nefarious Obkins and retrieve the stolen Baubles!
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.8%, 2D Platformer 21%, Platformer 18.5%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Cartoony 11.5%
- #25 Ascii the Brave Cat
81% 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: Side Scroller 27%, Platformer 20.7%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Cartoony 11%, Action 10.6%
- #26 Machine Gun Fury
79% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: Reset Games LtdPub: ESDigital Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
When tyranny takes control… someone has to pull the trigger. Machine Gun Fury brings back the golden age of arcade military shooters with pure reflex-driven carnage — no cover, no excuses. It’s you, your grenades, and pure run-and-gun chaos. No mercy. Lock and load, soldier!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Vehicular Combat 16.9% ★, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 11.4%
- #27 Cloven Blade
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ballistic Pork
Windows
A family friendly and action heavy 2.5D adventure platformer. Beat up cold blooded foes, save adorable creatures, find secrets and unlock powerful ninja abilities in this colorful fighting adventure.
Why similar: 2.5D 20.1%, Side Scroller 18.9%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Platformer 15.4%, Stylized 12.1%
- #28 UDONGEIN X
77% matchVery Positive92% of 441 reviews2021
Dev: Bar Holographic Otaku
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Help Reisen Udongein Inaba navigate through 14 action packed stages in this exhilarating 2D Bullet Hell Platformer based on Touhou Project!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Side Scroller 19.9%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 16%, Action 8.8%
- #29 Rosie's Rampage
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Scrimbly Games
Windows
Angry and out of work, Rosie goes straight to the top to file a complaint in person. Play as an auto mechanic who, after discovering her factory will be retooled for building tanks, decides to tear down the establishment!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.4%, 2.5D 18.1%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 15%, Female Protagonist 7.9%
- #30 Mage World - The Wizard's Stone
78% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: darksciencelab
Windows
"Mage World - The Wizard's Stone" offers a mystical platformer journey, on your adventure you need to beat bosses to get new spells. Be the heroine in 79+ levels and bring back the peace to the kingdom of Mage World.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Side Scroller 19.7%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Platformer 15.3%, Cartoony 11.8%
- #31 Ghost Knight: A Dark Tale
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grimware Games, LLC
Windows
Possess a suit of armor and battle your way through a haunting world of undead, beasts, and void creatures to stop the reckless Mad King reign. Conquer challenging bosses, absorb their ectoplasm to fuel the ghostly strength of your spectral weapons.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, 2.5D 17.8%, Side Scroller 16.4%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 12.8%
- #32 Mother Stone
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Dead Bug Gaming
Windows
Take the role of Agent Blair as she fights her way through Zombies, Cultists and Giant Snakes to uncover the truth about the Mother Stone. Battle challenging bosses, Collect useful power-ups to give Agent Blair an edge over the unknown monsters that plague The Thurston House.
Why similar: 2.5D 26.2%, Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 15%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Cartoony 8.9%
- #33 Redhot Rabbit
76% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: A.D. Bloom
Windows
1922...The Big Apple...Mugsy's turf got plucked by a gang of trouble boys. The ever-lovin' jazz rabbit is gonna jump on heads and clip those goons. He'll bop his way to the biggest boss and take back what's his or get zotzed, ya' follow? Soundtrack is the bee's knees - truly hep and jake.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.8%, Platformer 19.8%, Old School 14.1%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Action 10.7%
- #34 Uphill
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gone Coding GamesPub: Bored Pixels
Windows
A precision platformer that allows you to alter the environment.
Why similar: 2.5D 28%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Platformer 16%, 2D Platformer 16%, Cartoony 8%
- #35 Dodo Master
73% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Lilou Studio
Windows
In this charming 2.5D platformer you'll venture through perilous caves and devious dungeons to escape your captors and reclaim your stolen eggs.
Why similar: Platformer 23.3%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2.5D 16.2%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Action 8.4%
- #36 Energy Fighters
74% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
A modern retro inspired side scrolling shooter with a deep upgrade system and the ability to absorb enemy fire and also deflect it back to your enemies. A fast paced shooter that can be played solo or local co-op with 12 difficulty modes and lots of boss battles.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, 2.5D 22%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Sci-fi 10.2%, War 8.7%
- #37 Invaders X
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ideias 5D
Windows
Crack Spaceships, Improve your Machine, Get New Lead Pilots to the Resistence and Free our species through different "Worlds" across the Solar System. In a 2.5D Shoot 'em up. ... from a time where much less, seemed much more.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, 2.5D 18.9%, Tanks 17.1% ★, Side Scroller 15.9%, Vehicular Combat 15% ★
- #38 Charlie The Roach
75% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Gray Mantis
Windows
A hilarious take on an old roach named Charlie who needs to platform his way through various environments to free his friends from an evil one.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 18%, Cartoony 12.5%, Old School 10.1%
- #39 Tomba! Special Edition
71% matchVery Positive89% of 712 reviews2024
Dev: Limited Run Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 59%
In Tomba! Special Edition, leap, bite, and throw your way across stunning 2.5D landscapes in this vastly-enhanced update to a platforming classic!
Why similar: 2.5D 28.6%, Platformer 21.9%, 2D Platformer 21.4%, Old School 15.2%, Action 10.5%
- #40 Hero of war
73% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Artur Rezende
Windows
Hero Of War is a platform game where each move must be carefully thought out, as a single mistake can put your mission at risk. Get ready to face relentless challenges and fight for your destiny with every accurate shot and precise jump. Join Hero Of War now and become a true hero of war!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.9%, Old School 19.3%, Military 17.8%, Platformer 14.3%, War 14%
- #41 Iron Project: Reclaim
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vinicius OliveiraPub: Yu Game Studio
Windows
In a world devastated by machines, humanity places its last hope in a warrior equipped with special armor. Explore intense stages, face challenging bosses, and fight to reclaim what remains of the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Side Scroller 23%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Platformer 12.6%, Action 9.7%
- #42 Nun&Gun
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KZero Juan
Windows
Enter a world of darkness and chaos where the fate of humanity rests on the shoulders of a mysterious nun. Our 2.5D run-and-gun shooter features intense action, epic boss battles, responsive controls, and stunning 3D graphics
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, 2.5D 27%, Side Scroller 25.3%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Action 4.9%
- #43 The Splice Creatures
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Badri Bebua
Windows
What starts as a battle against a minor evil may ultimately lead to saving the whole world
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, 2.5D 18.8%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Platformer 16.9%, Action 8.5%
- #44 Terram Reduc Protocol
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Ladislav Masopust
Windows
This 2.5d platformer blends the nostalgia of 90s shooters with modern gameplay mechanics and graphic design. Move using the keyboard, aim and fire with the mouse, kill everything that crawls of flies, get through mazes full of deadly traps, survive battles with robotic bosses and save the Earth.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, 2.5D 20.4%, Platformer 19%, 2D Platformer 18.1%, Action 9.9%
- #45 Jet Gunner: Refueled
69% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Sinclair StrangePub: Clickteam
Windows
Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Platformer 17.3%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Old School 10.3%
- #46 Tuna The Cat
70% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: 5th Wheel Games
Windows
Inspired by side scrollers from the 80's and 90's, Tuna The Cat is a true jump style side scroller. With todays graphics and yesterdays playstyle it's a combination for fun. Jump, slide, and run your way through 20 stages of colorful 2.5D excitement.
Why similar: 2.5D 23.1%, Side Scroller 21.6%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Platformer 14.5%, Cartoony 11.3%
- #47 JumpCubox
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: GARAKUTA NOISE
Windows
JumpCubox is a physics-based 2.5D platformer. Roll and jump your cube through harsh traps in order to reach the goal.
Why similar: 2.5D 22.7%, 2D Platformer 20.6%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Platformer 20.2%, Action 10.2%
- #48 Shadows of Steel Moons
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Shiv
Windows
Shadows of steel moons is an action-platformer with dark techno-fantasy style. The story of a valiant knight who defeats mechanical gods and monsters.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Side Scroller 25.2%, Platformer 16.6%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Sci-fi 11.2%
- #49 Way in the stars
71% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Hamster Team
Windows
Way In The Stars is a real adventure! Find the reasons for the disaster, save the ecosystem of the planet and colonists, and start your own way amongst the stars!
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.8%, 2D Platformer 21.6%, Platformer 18.4%, Stylized 7.5%, Old School 6.8%
- #50 Zagu Espionage
69% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: nP StudiosPub: nonPareil Institute
Windows
Zagu Espionage is a single player, 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game where the player takes on the role of the main character, Zagu, a spy from the Tracha colony, who is traveling to seven different regions to defeat the Rogan empire.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.8%, 2D Platformer 20.8%, Platformer 19.8%, Sci-fi 12%, Stylized 9.3%
- #51 Ezra's Legacy
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: gnumaru
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ezra's Legacy is an action packed 2d platformer game inspired in classics from the 80s, with 8-bit aesthetics, great soundtrack and awesome gameplay. If you want something new and exciting, but at the same time pay homage to the classics, then Ezra's Legacy is for you!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.4%, Side Scroller 26.2%, Platformer 16.7%, Old School 14.3%, Female Protagonist 8.4%
- #52 RotorScape
68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Blumsoft
Windows
RotorScape is a shoot 'em up style game with a 2.5D perspective, where you fly a helicopter. You can collect different weapons to use in combat. The game has stages with different themes and climates, as well as threatening bosses. RotorScape proposes a 90s style of gameplay.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, 2.5D 21%, War 15.4%, Vehicular Combat 12.9% ★, Old School 8.6%
- #53 Aliens In Paradise
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CyberFOX Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Aliens In Paradise is a Shoot'em Up game inspired by shooter games like Contra. Aliens Start invading The Bahamas. They destroy the main characters house so he sets out on a revenge quest to destroy as much Aliens and their Ships as possible. His thirst for revenge may actually save the world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, 2.5D 20.2%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Platformer 14.8%, Old School 9.1%
- #54 CRISIS Command
67% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2024
Dev: Saint Pixels Entertainment
Windows
The peaceful island of Yukrea has been invaded by the evil Dread Corps! It's time to blast your way through over 6 stages of mayhem to rescue civilians and push those robots out. Use their own powers against them and help reclaim peace to the island.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Side Scroller 20.7%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Platformer 15.9%, Sci-fi 10.1%
- #55 Top Gang
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: lbdl GameStudio
Windows
Top Gang is a very chaotic platform game for up to 4 cooperative players. You need to eliminate all enemies in the level to be able to advance at the same time you will have to rescue the "Nuggets" and take them safely to the exit. Your friends can be a big help or a stumbling block.
Why similar: Creature Collector 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Side Scroller 18.3%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 11.4%
- #56 Sim Tanks
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MylesPub: CreativeAutisticMinds
Windows · Linux
Sim Tanks - The Most Fun 2D Tank Game
Why similar: Side Scroller 20%, Tanks 17.7% ★, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 16.2%, War 10.4%
- #57 Lollypop
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Brain BugPub: Ziggurat
Windows
Explore new worlds in Lollypop, the colorful classic action platformer! In this adventure, you’ll play as Lolly, a windup doll that mysteriously comes to life with one goal – to free the world from the evil clutches of Sugarbaby, who is tormenting the land with hordes of quirky enemies.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.3%, 2D Platformer 22%, Platformer 18%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Cartoony 9.9%
- #58 Skyfish Rising
66% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Lambhalf
Windows
Skyfish has to bubble-shoot and blast his way through tons of cartoon levels in a strange and tough-as-nails 2D shooter game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, 2D Platformer 22.1%, Platformer 22.1%, Cartoony 11.8%, Action 11.5%
- #59 Odd Eye
67% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: PlayDay Co., Ltd.
Windows
Two different worlds from different colored eyes.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.8%, 2.5D 22.2%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 15.4%, Female Protagonist 9.5%