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KAZEKAO is a fast-paced, challenging platformer that will put your precision and speed to the test. Are you ready to dash through the challenges and save Grandma Miauko's cakes?

Why similar: Cats 27.5%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Platformer 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Awaken brings Lovecraftian horror to the beloved 2D side scroller genre. Make your way through the strange forest while encountering inexcplicable forces and try to keep your sanity as you piece together the mystery of your sister's disappearance.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 25.1%, Platformer 13.1%, Horror 10.3%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

Working for the Pest Control company, you have been tasked with exterminating the 'pests' out of the haunted mansion. What they didn't tell you is that the pests are spooky ghosts!

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.4%, Platformer 19%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Supernatural 15.5%, Action 10.3%

A hardcore pixel-art platformer where you control a cat with 9 lives per level. Dodge deadly traps, survive precision jumps, and restart from scratch if you fail. Master fast-paced challenges and escape — or lose all your lives trying.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.4%, Cats 16.8%, Platformer 16.5%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Action 9.1%

A cute homebrew platformer made for the Game Boy Color

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.9%, Cats 22.8%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Platformer 15%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

An innocent-looking platformer. Jump, collect, progress. But something feels off. Levels shift, sounds distort, the screen... reacts. This is more than just a game. How far are you willing to go?

Why similar: Side Scroller 29.6%, 2D Platformer 19%, Platformer 16.9%, Horror 8.6%, Linear 7.1%

A brave little cat. Big jumps. Endless curiosity. That Cat Game is a cozy 2D platformer from a passionate solo developer. Choose from twelve unique cats and explore hand-crafted levels filled with curious critters, tricky obstacles, and whimsical surprises.

Why similar: Cats 32.2%, Side Scroller 22.1%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 10.7%, Colorful 8%

Mimi's platformer-shooter adventure through a land of magic, cats, and rain!

Why similar: Cats 27.1%, LGBTQ+ 14.8%, Platformer 14.3%, Side Scroller 12.8%, 2D Platformer 9.3%

Keep the light alive. Restore light to a dying Spirit Tree in this fast-paced action-platformer where your light is both your weapon and your lifeline.

Why similar: Cats 24.7%, Side Scroller 23.9%, Platformer 20.4%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Colorful 4.6%

In Super Good Boy Adventure, you play as Igor trying to rescue his human, who was captured by the cats Eric and Kenny. Igor goes in a journey through fields and mountains, lakes and cities, to find the cats and bring back his loved one.

Why similar: Side Scroller 29.1%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, Platformer 16.8%, Cats 12.9%, Action 6%

Fight against a sect planning terrorist attacks in this side-scrolling shooter.

Why similar: Crime 24.1%, Side Scroller 20%, Platformer 15.9%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

Relive the arcade glory days in Ember Island, a relentless quarter burner where every mistake costs blood and time. Fight through 12 deadly zones as a Knight, Mage, or Rogue. Chase high scores for lives, hit the checkpoints, and use unlimited continues to earn your mastery. Play the demo now.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.8%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Platformer 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Colorful 8.5%

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 27.7%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Colorful 12.9%, Platformer 11.6%

A challenging action platformer in which players embark on an epic journey fighting their way to the top of towering castle to confront a once-mighty but fallen king. Immerse yourself in an experience filled adventure, danger, and magic!

Why similar: Side Scroller 31.8%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Platformer 18.7%, Linear 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

Due to an experiment failure, a machine explodes and causes all humans to turn into bunnies. The protagonist, Gunner Bunny, must investigate and find out who is behind this matter, and the disappearance of his wife, Fire Lily!

Why similar: Crime 23.8%, Side Scroller 22.4%, Platformer 16.6%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%

The greedy Rat King has sealed the God of Cheese away, and it's up to Vinny, a heroic little mouse, to return peace to the land! Run, jump, dive, and roll through 4 unique worlds in this classic platforming adventure!

Why similar: Side Scroller 32.2%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Platformer 17.1%, Linear 7.9%, Action 6.7%

A cute 2D platformer about a cat trying to escape a lab, save all the stray kittens and find a home for all of them to live.

Why similar: Cats 24.7%, Platformer 22.7%, 2D Platformer 21.9%, Action 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%

Knight Time is a retro 2D platformer that focuses on short playthroughs (10-20 minutes) with replayability through multiple paths through the game levels, various powerups, and achievements.

Why similar: Side Scroller 31.9%, 2D Platformer 21.7%, Platformer 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Colorful 6.2%

Investigate haunted locations, collect evidence, and learn about dangerous ghosts in a spooky 2D ghost hunting experience.

Why similar: Investigation 29.3%, Supernatural 17.2%, Horror 14.4%, Action 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Brutally blast through Dracula's minions and rescue your girl in this retro action platformer. Upgrade, discover, and destroy with retro flair and modern attitude.

Why similar: Dark Humor 18%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Platformer 13%, Horror 10.1%

Play as Puma, a cat on a quest to find her friend Mia. Explore challenging maps and confront enemies in this thrilling 2D pixel art platform game.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.3%, Cats 17.4%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Platformer 15.4%, Linear 7.9%

A back-to-basics retro platformer! Waking up alone in a mysterious laboratory, Coraroc must make his way through colorful stages and dastardly enemies to rescue his friends. Can you help Coraroc defeat the Pacicap menace?

Why similar: Platformer 24.5%, Side Scroller 24.5%, 2D Platformer 22.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Colorful 5.6%

Serious Breakdown is a platformer, in the role of a robot, you need to clean up the levels as much as possible and get the necessary parts. Learn to dodge or kill enemies. At the end of the path, you will need to defeat the main villain of this universe.

Why similar: Side Scroller 33.1%, 2D Platformer 21.6%, Platformer 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Action 7.3%

Rosa Inferna is a hard-boiled noir action game where you must break through waves of relentless enemies with overwhelming reflexes.

Why similar: Crime 20.9%, Platformer 17.7%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Dark Humor 10.9%, Action 8.9%

An emotional 2D adventure about an injured dog named Kailo, who traverses a pixelated world in search of his return and farewell to his friend. Explore, jump and relive the memories of a soul that just wants to return home.

Why similar: Side Scroller 31.7%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Platformer 18.3%, Linear 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 6%

A fast, funny 2D platformer where every level throws you into chaotic combat and questionable heroics, all to rescue your runaway horse… again.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.8%, Platformer 20.1%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Action 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%

Leap, climb, and explore as a nimble cat in a tough yet charming platformer. With tight controls, handcrafted pixel art levels, and simple mechanics, this game offers a pure platforming challenge across 60+ colorful stages — no fluff, just gameplay and discovery.

Why similar: Cats 29.5%, 2D Platformer 25.3%, Platformer 13%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Action 7.8%

What can a man do for his child? Help the man on this journey, help them fight all kinds of monsters and challenges. Test yourself on platforms that are easy to learn and hard to master.

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.5%, Platformer 18.9%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Supernatural 13.4%, Action 10%

Learn each room of the theatre, spot anomalies, and photograph them to restore the room. Keep your eyes open for anything unusual, from living statues to possessed paintings.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 21.9%, Supernatural 21.6%, Investigation 20.9%, Horror 12.5%, Mystery 8.2%

ChainSlayer is a 2D platformer. Play as a demon who uses chains to swing through dangerous areas and collect your subordinates, dodging divine intervention.

Why similar: Side Scroller 35%, 2D Platformer 22.3%, Platformer 19.7%, Linear 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7%

Mister Semmel is a 2D platformer in which precision and speed are required. Can you manage to pass each level within the given time? Can you beat your own records?

Why similar: Side Scroller 34.6%, 2D Platformer 21.9%, Platformer 19.4%, Action 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Eva Platformer is a platformer game where you have to collect coins and keys. In the game you play as the main character Eva. Collect all the coins and fight with the enemies.

Why similar: Side Scroller 34.8%, 2D Platformer 20.8%, Platformer 18.4%, Linear 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

Help a Eshe the cat find coins to her get her greatest wish! Eshe's Wish Adventure is a casual side scroller game. Eshe can jump on enemies, explore the world of wishes, travel through portals, and eventually earn her greatest wish!

Why similar: Cats 30.7%, Side Scroller 19.7%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Platformer 16%, Colorful 7.5%

Run, jump, and shoot your way through a world of biomechanical toys to recover a stolen magic pendulum in a frantic, old-school run-and-gun game. Take on bosses, collect power-ups, and save the kingdom as a tough action hero!

Why similar: Side Scroller 30.5%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, Platformer 17.5%, Linear 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

Transform into a mysterious black cat, navigate through various traps in the shadows, and find the treasure in the ancient castle.

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.9%, Cats 25.2%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Platformer 16.7%, Action 5.8%

A 2D platformer featuring colorful 8-bit style graphics and 5 different worlds! It's a Demake version of "WILOO", featuring Completely new graphics, new Power-ups and other improvements.

Why similar: Side Scroller 31%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, Platformer 17.9%, Linear 7.3%, Action 6.2%

A colorful platformer in which the supernatural Cydia and her friends have to make sure a global technological virus is done for!

Why similar: Platformer 23.8%, 2D Platformer 21.9%, LGBTQ+ 15.8%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Action 9.6%

'Meowstery of a Growing Aurora' is a 2D pixel-art adventure set within the fictional VR-MMORPG Shenanghia, where you step into the shoes of Eleanor, as she has to save her pet cat Aurora from danger lurking within the game.

Why similar: Cats 23.9%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, LGBTQ+ 8.8%, Linear 8.5%

An evil cat trapped your birds in magical gems! Ride ponies, master quirky powerups, and explore a whimsical island packed with secrets in this lovingly crafted solo indie platformer.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.2%, Cats 18.3%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 16.1%, Linear 8.2%

A bite-sized 2D platformer built for quick, satisfying runs. Jump through handcrafted levels, discover secrets and enjoy smooth pick-up-and-play gameplay in a colorful world.

Why similar: Side Scroller 32.4%, Platformer 25.6%, 2D Platformer 24.7%, Action 6.9%, 2D 4.7%

Immerse yourself in a vibrant world overflowing with color and charm as you traverse mountainous woodlands to rejoin with your other half. Seek the aid of the forest as flowers and deer pick you up and carry you along on your journey.

Why similar: Side Scroller 33.2%, 2D Platformer 21.4%, Platformer 18.7%, Linear 8.5%, Action 7%

Nightmares of awful creatures and twisted worlds have haunted you since you received a letter from a prospective client. Delving into the mystery behind this cursed page may be the only chance you have of ever sleeping again. Nobody ever said being a paranormal investigator was easy...

Why similar: Lovecraftian 34.5%, Investigation 21%, Horror 14.9%, Supernatural 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

A multi-ending 2D action RPG set in an MMORPG world. A story of decisions made by a reclusive protagonist and the mysterious in-game NPC!

Why similar: Side Scroller 35.5%, 2D Platformer 22.5%, Platformer 19.9%, Action 8%, Pixel Graphics 7%

Benjamins big adventure is a thrilling 2D platformer where you platform through a peaceful but challenging landscape with floating islands and walkways, you might even find crystals along the way see if you can collect them all.

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.1%, Platformer 19.1%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Action 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

Unlog is a fast-paced 2D platformer about a sleepy goblin trying to escape a mysterious dream factory. Dash, wall jump and avoid the traps to get as fast as you can ! Believe us, you'll need it.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.5%, Platformer 19.3%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Action 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8%

Vega is a fascinating pixel-art style quest. Young Mary - the protagonist of the game, running away from her pursuers, loses consciousness, and wakes up in a completely different place. Infinite, but as if asleep city, from which at first glance there is no way out. What to do?

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.3%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Platformer 17.1%, Investigation 13%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

The renowned slasher horror films of the 1980s and 1990s serve as a source of inspiration for Terror at Oakheart. The community of Oakheart has been terrorized by Teddy, a masked serial killer. As the body count rises, you discover there is more going on here than just a man in a mask.

Why similar: Lovecraftian 22%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Dark Humor 14%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Horror 9.5%

A new‑style indie action game that blends classic retro gameplay with the realism of human bodily needs. “Will you make it… or will you burst?”

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.6%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Dark Humor 16.9%, Platformer 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

Follow Patchy and Tulip in an exciting adventure through the depths of an abandoned laboratory. In this vibrant platformer you'll get through tons of hand-crafted levels, face giant threats and unravel a fantastic world bit by bit.

Why similar: Side Scroller 32.6%, 2D Platformer 20.9%, Platformer 18.6%, Linear 7.2%, Action 6.1%

Take control of a fearless cat on a mission to recover the knowledge stolen by a tyrant. Jump across platforms, dodge saws, and manage your limited water ammo to defeat the enemy army in this 2D pixel art adventure.

Why similar: Cats 31.7%, Side Scroller 22.6%, Platformer 16.9%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Linear 6.4%

Introducing Rectangle Guy, a brand new game by The Bare Minimum Studios. Rectangle Guy (game) features Rectangle Guy (character) in this platforming adventure! With many challenging levels and exciting boss fights, there's no shortage of things to do and see in this wacky game.

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.2%, Platformer 20.9%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Action 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

A puzzle-platformer set in a dystopian world where the invention of a cloning device has messed things up, big time. Armed with a clone gun and a mighty fine mustache, the chore of saving THE WHOLE OF CIVILIZATION rests on your shoulders. Don’t blow it.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20%, Dark Humor 15.9%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Platformer 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

Bigflo, Oli, and McFly & Carlito must find a mysterious jar of chestnut cream in a crazy 2D platform game! Switch heroes at each level, face mini-bosses, and embark on a speedrun!

Why similar: Side Scroller 34.4%, 2D Platformer 20.3%, Platformer 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Linear 7.1%

A 90's Halloween/Horror comical platforming adventure! Can you stop Illmoore Bay from a world of perpetual Halloween?

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.1%, Platformer 19.9%, Supernatural 10.4%, Colorful 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

A Simple and Bite-sized retro 2D Platformer about a frog on another side-scrolling adventure

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.5%, 2D Platformer 24.2%, Platformer 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Linear 7.5%

In this adventure, Your siblings are being controlled and calling themselves "The revengers of Millonaire Bunny" approaching with the mission of steal the Blaster Power from Gunner Bunny and the new protagonist Imitator Bunny.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.9%, Crime 20.2%, Platformer 18.6%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action 10.4%

Stumble, swing, and slip through a strange mental landscape shaped by spikes, saw-blades, and creative dissatisfaction.

Why similar: Cats 39.7%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Atmospheric 10.2%, Colorful 8%, Platformer 7.4%

To accomplish your mission, battle the Robo Demoniac legions and deliver Europe from the clutches of darkness in a race against death itself. An action platformer from another world, brought to you by The Good Bad Guy.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.2%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 15.9%, Dark Humor 15.6%, Horror 8.4%

You find yourself trapped in a void of Norse spirits, who are out to help you… or destroy you. Find your escape in this tight platformer with emphasis on speedrunning. Use the simple but versatile movement to the best of your ability!

Why similar: Side Scroller 31.1%, 2D Platformer 21.2%, Platformer 18.8%, Linear 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%

A unique 2D firefighting platformer from the creator of Dead Cells, featuring devastating backdrafts, exploding walls, and expected cat rescues. Battle your way through a mysterious government facility, striving to keep the blaze under control.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.8%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Platformer 14.3%, Mystery 12.7%, Colorful 9.1%