Games Like Hob

Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Puzzle 17.8%, Exploration 17.3%, Action-Adventure 5.8%, Action RPG 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Like Hob, it features a mysterious world filled with environmental puzzles and non-verbal storytelling that rewards curiosity.

A land of discovery stretches out before you. Explore the beautiful, rugged world of RiME. Armed with your wits and a will to overcome—and the guidance of a helpful fox—you must explore the enigmatic island, reach the tower's peak, and unlock its closely guarded secrets.

Why similar: Puzzle 17.4%, Adventure 15.2%, Exploration 14.2%, Great Soundtrack 11.4%, Open World 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game mirrors the atmospheric, puzzle-heavy exploration and wordless narrative style that makes Hob so immersive.

Reaping souls of the dead and punching a clock might get monotonous but it's honest work for a Crow. The job gets lively when your assigned soul is stolen and you must track down a desperate thief to a realm untouched by death - where creatures grow far past their expiry.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.9%, 3D Platformer 21.3%, Adventure 11.4%, Exploration 10%, Hack and Slash 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same tight action-adventure feel with a focus on exploration and uncovering secrets in a beautifully crafted world.

Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.4%, 3D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 15.4%, Exploration 9.5%, Hack and Slash 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title combines challenging 3D platforming with a metroidvania-inspired world structure that feels very similar to Hob's traversal.

Try the demo! A mix between Portal, Zelda and Metroid. Exploration, puzzles, terrible combat, secret upgrades and new abilities that help you reach new places. Playtime 12-25h.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.2%, Puzzle Platformer 17.4%, Open World 9%, Exploration 8.8%, Puzzle 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It excels at the same blend of first-person puzzle-solving and metroidvania-style exploration found in Hob.

From the creators of the award-winning Hyper Light Drifter comes the high-speed and gravity-bending world of Solar Ash.

Why similar: Platformer 20.3%, 3D Platformer 20.1%, Adventure 12.8%, Exploration 11%, Action 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar sense of scale and fluid movement through a surreal, interconnected world that encourages constant exploration.

Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Platformer 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 10%, Adventure 7.5%, Exploration 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a breathtakingly beautiful world with fluid platforming and interconnected areas that feel rewarding to navigate.

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Platformer 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Exploration 7.4%, Open World 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: While 2D, it is the gold standard for metroidvania exploration and environmental storytelling, matching the sense of discovery in Hob.

A story-driven, action adventure combining exploration with fast-paced combat. Untangle the past as Kena, a young Spirit Guide in search of the sacred Mountain Shrine. Help free the spirits trapped in a forgotten village with the help of the Rot, her adorable (yet powerful) spirit companions.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 26.7%, Adventure 19.5%, Exploration 16.5%, Action 12.9%, Action-Adventure 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: The game features a vibrant art style and action-adventure mechanics that emphasize environmental interaction and discovery.

A single-player journey of discovery through an ancient world of wonders, created by solo developer Jonas Manke.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19.2%, Platformer 16%, 3D Platformer 13.9%, Puzzle 10.9%, Exploration 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, visually stunning adventure that focuses on movement and discovery in a world filled with curious creatures.

Embark on an unique and unforgettable journey and guide Sable through her Gliding; a rite of passage that will take her across vast deserts and mesmerizing landscapes, capped by the remains of spaceships and ancient wonders.

Why similar: Open World 16.9%, Puzzle Platformer 15.3%, 3D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 13.6%, Exploration 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses heavily on non-verbal exploration and a sense of wonder, capturing the meditative side of Hob's journey.

The Last Campfire is an adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home.

Why similar: Puzzle 22.1%, Puzzle Platformer 20.2%, 3D Platformer 18.8%, Adventure 16.5%, Atmospheric 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A charming puzzle-adventure that shares Hob's focus on environmental puzzles and a gentle, mysterious tone.

Explore the ancient, mysterious world of Journey as you soar above ruins and glide across sands to discover its secrets.

Why similar: Adventure 27.3%, Exploration 24%, Great Soundtrack 21.4%, Atmospheric 13.8%, Indie 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: It is the quintessential experience for players who enjoy wordless, atmospheric adventures focused on discovery and emotional resonance.

Ghost of a Tale is an action-RPG game in which you play as Tilo, a mouse and minstrel thrown into a perilous adventure. Through stealth and cunning you’ll be able to explore the secrets of Dwindling Heights Keep and navigate its dangers.

Why similar: Adventure 29.4%, Open World 17.1%, Atmospheric 10.4%, Singleplayer 6.8%, Indie 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game emphasizes exploration and stealth within a richly detailed, atmospheric world that feels very personal.

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Metroidvania 18.2%, Great Soundtrack 16%, Adventure 14.1%, Exploration 9.1%, Hack and Slash 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: The game relies on visual storytelling and exploration to convey its narrative, much like the wordless journey in Hob.

Named Game of the Year 2019 by Giant Bomb, Polygon, Eurogamer, and The Guardian, Outer Wilds is a critically-acclaimed and award-winning open world mystery about a solar system trapped in an endless time loop.

Why similar: Exploration 20.6%, Open World 20.5%, Puzzle 14.8%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, Adventure 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: It pushes the concept of environmental discovery to its peak, requiring players to piece together the history of a world through exploration.

Catch hundreds of tinykin and use their unique powers to bring Milo back to his home planet and back to normal size!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 19.8%, Puzzle Platformer 18.4%, Platformer 14.2%, Puzzle 12%, Adventure 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: It features creative 3D platforming and exploration that rewards players for interacting with every corner of its unique environments.

A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, Platformer 17.6%, Adventure 13.9%, Action 8.6%, Exploration 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a classic metroidvania experience with vibrant visuals and puzzle-solving mechanics that feel very accessible.

Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.2%, Platformer 17.3%, Open World 10.5%, Adventure 10.1%, Exploration 8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and connecting fragmented worlds through platforming and combat.

Winner of over 80 awards, CONTROL is a visually stunning third-person action-adventure that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.8%, Adventure 20.8%, Action 18.1%, Open World 13.9%, Atmospheric 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: The shifting, brutalist architecture of the game provides a similar satisfaction to Hob's world-transforming mechanics.

Discover the magic and lore of the Alps in this acclaimed Action Adventure. Forge relationships with locals to help you solve puzzles, battle monsters and uncover secrets of the legendary Dungeons of Hinterberg!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18.8%, Platformer 15.9%, Puzzle 12.4%, Exploration 10.8%, Adventure 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: It balances dungeon-crawling puzzles with exploration in a way that feels fresh and rewarding for fans of adventure games.

Immerse yourself in a gorgeous hand-painted world on a search for your true identity. As the mysterious warrior, Dust, your action-packed journey will take you from peaceful glades to snowy mountaintops and beyond.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Platformer 20.4%, Adventure 8.5%, Action 7.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: It blends action-heavy combat with platforming and exploration in a way that feels very similar to the pacing of Hob.

The best-selling Trine series returns to the magic of 2.5D! Join three iconic heroes as they set off on a quest through fantastical fairytale landscapes to save the world from the Nightmare Prince’s shadows.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 28.9%, Platformer 17.1%, Puzzle 11.8%, Adventure 9.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: The puzzle-platforming mechanics are deeply integrated into the world, offering a similar satisfaction to solving Hob's environmental riddles.

F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.1%, Platformer 19.5%, Adventure 10.3%, Exploration 10.2%, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This metroidvania features a distinct steampunk aesthetic and satisfying, interconnected world design.

Oceanhorn: Monster of Uncharted Seas combines captivating storytelling, breathtaking 3D visuals and exciting gameplay into one epic action-adventure experience. In the game you explore the islands of Uncharted Seas, a world filled with many dangers, puzzles and secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 18.5%, Open World 15.1%, Adventure 14.2%, Puzzle 11.6%, Action 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A traditional action-adventure game that focuses on puzzles, exploration, and uncovering the secrets of a vast world.

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Open World 21.5%, Exploration 21.4%, Adventure 18.2%, 3D Platformer 16%, Great Soundtrack 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the joy of exploration and the feeling of uncovering secrets in a compact, beautifully designed open world.

An open-world action adventure game set in a simulated world in which humans never reached the top of the food chain.

Why similar: Open World 25.6%, Adventure 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.8%, Exploration 7.6%, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers an open-world adventure where the environment reacts to your choices, providing a sense of agency similar to Hob.

A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!

Why similar: Platformer 29.4%, Adventure 18.8%, Exploration 14.2%, Action 11.5%, Metroidvania 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A platformer-heavy metroidvania that rewards players for mastering movement and exploring every hidden path.

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: Metroidvania 30.1%, Platformer 24.9%, Adventure 12.6%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%, Action 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic adventure that focuses on transformation and exploration, mirroring the core progression loop of Hob.

Grow your own worlds and nurture a deep natural connection with everything they hold. See your actions change the world for better! Bring the Evertree back to life in this breathtaking world-crafting sandbox, with life management and adventure elements.

Why similar: Open World 32.8%, Adventure 20.4%, Exploration 19.5%, Singleplayer 10.5%, Atmospheric 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on the restorative aspect of world-building and exploration, echoing the sense of healing the land found in Hob.

Hue is a vibrant, award-winning puzzle-adventure, where you alter the world by changing its background colour.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.9%, Platformer 18.6%, Puzzle 17.1%, Adventure 13.2%, Metroidvania 8.5%

“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: Metroidvania 35.7%, Platformer 19.6%, Great Soundtrack 12.2%, Adventure 8.4%, Atmospheric 6%

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: Metroidvania 35.3%, Puzzle Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 13%, Adventure 10.4%, Action 7.1%

Dash into a stylish and thrilling action-adventure platformer set in a mythological Persian world where the boundaries of time and space are yours to manipulate.

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.4%, Exploration 13.5%, Adventure 9.3%, Action 6.6%, Platformer 4.1%

“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 for PC.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.2%, Platformer 16.7%, Great Soundtrack 14.3%, Adventure 8.6%, Puzzle Platformer 7.1%

Praey for the Gods is a boss climbing open world adventure game where you play a lone hero sent to the edge of a dying frozen land to explore and solve the secrets of a never ending winter. Grapple, glide and grab hold of massive beasts as you fight to survive and return the world to proper order.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20.2%, 3D Platformer 18.5%, Open World 16.3%, Adventure 10.9%, Exploration 10.4%

Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 63.2%, Action 9.2%, Adventure 8.3%, Action-Adventure 6.8%, Singleplayer 4.9%

Adventure awaits in the award-winning Action RPG debut from Runic Games! Explore the randomized depths of this boom town, collect loot, and level up to save Torchlight - and possibly the world.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 26.8%, Action RPG 19.4%, RPG 12.5%, Adventure 8.9%, Singleplayer 7.7%

Lead Abby the string puppet through a bruised, but beautiful fairy tale world in this cinematic adventure. Solve riddles, evade traps and shake off pursuers on the way to find freedom. Can Abby take control of her fate with all the strings attached?

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.3%, Platformer 23%, Adventure 12%, Exploration 11.1%, Atmospheric 6.9%

Become symphonic in Narita Boy! A radical action-adventure as a legendary pixel hero trapped as a mere echo within the Digital Kingdom. Discover the mysteries behind the Techno-sword, lock swords with the corrupt and tainted Stallions. Save the world!

Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Platformer 18.6%, Adventure 10.8%, Action 10.6%, Exploration 10.6%

Help little Peet hack-and-slash his way through a beautifully haunting coma. A hand-drawn action-adventure through a dreamy world filled with fleshy monsters, insane grown-ups, and sad children looking for their mommies.

Why similar: Platformer 29.1%, Adventure 19.9%, Action 12.9%, Atmospheric 7.4%, Singleplayer 6.9%

MO: Astray is a pixel art, side-scrolling, action-platformer. Lead MO through mind-bending puzzles using special abilities. Bizarre enemies, threatening traps and ingenious level designs await.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 26.8%, Platformer 19.2%, Adventure 16.4%, Action 11%, Indie 8.2%

You have to find out what happened in this fantastic world and help the Raccoon find his way home!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 44%, Puzzle 20.4%, Adventure 12.9%, Great Soundtrack 6%, Indie 5.1%

Return to the indie classic Teslagrad, recharged to provide the ultimate electromagnetic experience! Escape a tyrant king, master the art of Teslamancy, and uncover the secrets buried deep within the Tesla Tower in this puzzle-platforming adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.3%, Puzzle Platformer 16.5%, Platformer 15.8%, Puzzle 11.4%, Adventure 10.4%

Greak: Memories of Azur is a single-player puzzle platformer adventure. Azur is under threat from an enemy attack who have control of strange creatures infecting the land. Take on the role of three siblings: Greak, Adara and Raydel and utilize their unique abilities to escape the invasion together.

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.5%, Puzzle Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 11.8%, Puzzle 8.4%, Exploration 6.9%

SteamWorld Dig is back! Dig deep, gain riches and unearth the terrors of the underworld in this platform mining adventure influenced by classic Metroidvania style games.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Platformer 19.8%, Adventure 13.7%, Action 7.5%, Indie 5.5%

The multi award-winning Action RPG. Some say 'Diablo with Cats' others a 'Super-cute Skyrim', whatever your take, Cat Quest's loot-fuelled cat-venture is as beautifully crafted, as its combat and magic are ultra-satisfying. Universally adored by critics - it'll have you purring for joy!

Why similar: Open World 24.8%, Adventure 23.2%, Hack and Slash 13.6%, Action 10.6%, RPG 8%

In a world torn between nature’s grace and cold machine invasion, one girl and her companion must rely on their bond to survive and protect what they hold dear. Their story of hope, loss, and love will stay with you long after the journey ends.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.6%, Platformer 20.6%, Puzzle 14.8%, Adventure 11.7%, Action 11.3%

Transform from a featureless nobody into a SLUG, a GHOST and a DRAGON in this new take on Action RPGs from the creators of Guacamelee! Discover 15+ distinct Forms, mix-and-match their abilities, clear evolving dungeons and... SAVE THE WORLD!?

Why similar: Adventure 15.2%, Exploration 13.5%, Hack and Slash 13.4%, Indie 10.6%, Action 10.2%

Enjoy meditative vibes in Jusant, an action-puzzle climbing game. Scale an immeasurably tall tower and ascend to new heights alongside your watery companion. Master your climbing tools, find your way up through diverse biomes, and piece together the tower’s past.

Why similar: Platformer 22.9%, Puzzle 16%, Exploration 15%, Adventure 14.1%, Action 7.9%

Ashen is an action RPG about a wanderer in search of a place to call home.

Why similar: Open World 24%, Adventure 14%, Exploration 9.9%, Action 9.7%, Action RPG 8.4%

Run, climb and glide your way through a dark Nordic forest and explore its living, breathing ecosystem filled with secrets and mystical creatures. Become Fe and discover a world that you will never want to leave.

Why similar: Puzzle 26.3%, Action 20.2%, 3D Platformer 15.3%, Adventure 14.4%, Atmospheric 7.8%

Combining quirky missions and mysterious conspiracies, Psychonauts 2 is a platform-adventure game with cinematic style and tons of customizable psychic powers.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 32.3%, Platformer 22.5%, Adventure 14.4%, Great Soundtrack 9%, Action 7.7%

Step into a hand-animated realm of wonder in which everyday objects take on a life of their own. Uncover the Forgotlings’ mysteries & harness magical forces as you embark upon a quest to return home.

Why similar: Platformer 30.6%, Puzzle 23.3%, Atmospheric 13.3%, Action 11%, Singleplayer 8.6%

Max: The Curse of Brotherhood is a cinematic adventure filled with action-packed platforming and creative puzzle-solving. Armed with only a Magic Marker, Max must confront evil at every turn in a hostile and fantastical world in order to save his kid brother, Felix. Join Max on his great adventure!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 33.1%, Platformer 25.5%, Adventure 20.9%, Puzzle 13%, Action 5.6%

SteamWorld Dig is an action-adventure puzzler with strong Metroidvanian influences set in the SteamWorld Universe. You’ll need to dig deep into the earth, gather resources to upgrade your tools and abilities, take on enemies, solve challenging puzzles and uncover the secrets to save a dying town.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40%, Platformer 27.7%, Adventure 11.4%, Exploration 5.6%, Indie 5.3%

Yooka-Laylee is an all-new open-world platformer from genre veterans Playtonic! Explore huge, beautiful worlds, meet an unforgettable cast of characters and horde a vault-load of collectibles as buddy-duo Yooka and Laylee embark on an epic adventure to thwart corporate creep Capital B!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 28.2%, Platformer 18.4%, Adventure 14.4%, Open World 8%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%

An atmospheric vehicle adventure that follows the emotional journey of a boy and his ship as he embarks on a voyage to find a new home.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.8%, Platformer 21.8%, Puzzle 14.2%, Adventure 12.3%, Action-Adventure 7.4%

"The best platformer of 2019."Horace is a huge platforming adventure which pushes the boundaries of the genre with a profound story of a small robot learning of life, the universe and Douglas Adams. Made by videogame lovers for videogame lovers!

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.1%, Platformer 18.6%, Puzzle Platformer 15.5%, Adventure 11.3%, Action 7.5%

Destroy... Absorb... Grow... GRIME is a fast and unforgiving Action-Adventure RPG in which you crush your foes with living weapons that mutate form and function, and then consume their remains with a black hole to strengthen your vessel as you break apart a world of anatomical horror and intrigue.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Platformer 18.9%, Exploration 9.9%, Adventure 8.2%, Action 5.7%