Games Like Journey To The Center Of The Earth

Three Heroes make their way through dangers untold in a fairytale world, featuring physics-based puzzles, beautiful sights and online co-op.

Why similar: Platformer 56%, Adventure 22.2%, Indie 17.9%, Casual 4%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the multi-character switching mechanic where you utilize unique abilities to solve physics-based puzzles.

Assemble your team of three from seven unlikely adventurers, then descend into the mysterious depths to explore The Cave!

Why similar: Platformer 50.6%, Adventure 35.7%, Indie 10.1%, Casual 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Like the seed game, this title allows you to select and switch between different characters to navigate a narrative-driven adventure filled with puzzles.

Yono and the Celestial Elephant is a grand adventure, featuring carefully designed puzzles, treasure hunts, a sprinkling combat and a world full of people.

Why similar: Indie 50.3%, Adventure 49.7%

Why You'll Like It: This adventure game blends exploration with puzzle-solving in a charming world that avoids the intensity of traditional combat.

Guide two brothers on an epic fairy tale journey from visionary Swedish film director, Josef Fares and top-tier developer Starbreeze Studios. Control both brothers at once as you experience co-op play in single player mode, like never before.

Why similar: Adventure 48%, Indie 32.4%, Platformer 14.3%, Casual 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: This emotional adventure requires you to control two characters simultaneously to solve environmental puzzles, mirroring the core gameplay loop of the seed game.

Path of Giants is a serene puzzle adventure that follows three adorable explorers as they take on an icy mountain full of trials in search of a lost treasure. Control three characters, use their teamwork, leave no one behind, and hopefully find some gold!

Why similar: Indie 40.8%, Adventure 31.3%, Casual 28%

Why You'll Like It: You control three characters who must cooperate to solve puzzles and navigate through beautiful, low-stress environments.

Guide a group of rectangles through 120 levels, using their different skills together to overcome a series of obstacles in each environment. Discover the human-made story of the first sentient artificial intelligences with Danny Wallace’s BAFTA-winning narration.

Why similar: Platformer 48.6%, Indie 23.2%, Adventure 14.5%, Casual 13.7%

Why You'll Like It: This narrative-focused platformer centers on controlling multiple characters with distinct abilities to overcome obstacles and progress through the story.

Degrees of Separation is a puzzle platformer where cooperation is built into every move. Two contrasting souls, Ember and Rime, fall in love, but are separated by an enigmatic force, and must use their powers to progress through a spectacular world of fantasy and adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 100%

Why You'll Like It: This cooperative puzzle-platformer features two characters with opposing elemental powers that must work in tandem to solve environmental challenges.

Start the best Enigmatic Adventure of your life! Explore 4 different worlds with smooth platforming, solve brain-teasing puzzles, and enjoy the beautiful scenery in the mysterious world of Joe Wander.

Why similar: Platformer 43.5%, Indie 24.1%, Adventure 19.1%, Casual 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based puzzle-platformer that rewards logical thinking and careful navigation through diverse environments.

Journey to another planet and discover its secrets in order to bring your loved one back to life. Experience an adventure, inspired by old school classics like Another World, Heart of Darkness and Flashback.

Why similar: Platformer 37.6%, Adventure 31.8%, Indie 30.6%

Why You'll Like It: This indie adventure captures the spirit of classic puzzle-platformers with a strong emphasis on narrative and exploration.

Play as an adorable chicken in this relaxing platformer. Jump, climb and solve puzzles to find the answer to the ULTIMATE question a chicken can ask...

Why similar: Platformer 52.9%, Adventure 27.8%, Casual 19.4%

Why You'll Like It: This cozy, narrative-driven adventure focuses on exploration and light puzzle-solving, perfect for fans of casual platformers.

The Beggar’s Ride is a unique and innovative Platform Puzzle Adventure Game where the player can manipulate the environment to solve puzzles in a deep and intriguing story of discovery.

Why similar: Platformer 40.1%, Indie 26.1%, Adventure 20.5%, Casual 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: This puzzle-platformer features a unique mechanic where you manipulate the world around you to help the protagonist progress.

Unravel is a physics-based puzzle platformer. Yarny, a character made from a single thread of yarn, must embark on a larger than life adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 50.8%, Adventure 39.4%, Indie 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, physics-based puzzle-platformer that emphasizes exploration and logical thinking in a beautiful, atmospheric world.

Be a part of an adventurous journey in Cubots: The Origins. Explore and survive in beautiful, atmospheric environments!

Why similar: Indie 41.5%, Adventure 32.1%, Casual 26.4%

Why You'll Like It: A logic-based puzzle game that requires careful planning and character management to reach the goal.

What if someone knew your mind better than you did? The Swapper is an award-winning, narrative driven puzzle game set in the furthest reaches of space.

Why similar: Platformer 47.9%, Indie 36%, Adventure 16.1%

Why You'll Like It: This atmospheric puzzle game features a unique cloning mechanic that allows you to swap between your copies to solve complex environmental riddles.

You don't control the hero, but the level ITSELF! In this puzzle adventure, change and rearrange pieces of every level to find the right path. All to guide Polo through crazy worlds and rescue his kidnapped alien pet...

Why similar: Indie 39.5%, Adventure 32.7%, Casual 27.8%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, family-friendly puzzle game that focuses on manipulating scenes to guide the protagonist through his journey.

Marvin's Mittens presents a soothing world to explore, free from enemies and danger. Go on an adventure!

Why similar: Indie 33.2%, Adventure 25.2%, Casual 21.5%, Platformer 20%

Why You'll Like It: A relaxing, indie platformer that prioritizes exploration and a gentle, heartwarming atmosphere.

Shift Happens is a cooperative platformer for two. You and a friend shift your mass, throw each other and puzzle your way through four stages of stylized imaginary worlds. Including the occasional backstabbing and taunting. Play with a friend on a couch, online or even special singleplayer levels.

Why similar: Platformer 57.6%, Indie 42.4%

Why You'll Like It: A character-swapping puzzle platformer where managing the unique properties of two characters is essential for progression.

Discover the fun of team climbing! Explore all the secrets, shortcuts and traps! Share this adventure as a team, or do it alone.

Why similar: Platformer 66.9%, Casual 33.1%

Why You'll Like It: This platformer emphasizes teamwork and character coordination to solve puzzles and navigate through challenging levels.

Super Mustache is a vintage styled platformer, filled to the brim with 8 bit pixel art juice! Join Captain Super Mustache in a journey to save the planet Uranus. If you enjoyed classic platformer games from the golden era of video games, then you’re going to love this.

Why similar: Indie 48%, Platformer 28.1%, Adventure 14.1%, Casual 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired platformer that offers a casual, fun experience with a focus on exploration and light puzzle elements.

This is the original version of Braid from 2009, which may not work well on newer systems. For an updated version of the game with nicer graphics, more levels and a large amount of developer commentary, see Braid, Anniversary Edition.

Why similar: Platformer 58.3%, Indie 34.5%, Casual 4.9%, Adventure 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: A seminal puzzle-platformer that uses time manipulation as a core mechanic to challenge your logic and problem-solving skills.

“Happiness is only real when shared, especially with a water drop”. (Isn’t that how it goes?). Take a deep breath and immerse yourself in the greatest journey you’ll ever set out on with the cutest friend.

Why similar: Platformer 41.5%, Indie 26.4%, Adventure 16.5%, Casual 15.6%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, physics-based platformer that focuses on navigating environments and solving puzzles as a small, liquid character.

Toki Tori 2+ may look cute, but it’s a challenging puzzle adventure game. Whistle and stomp are the only moves you need to solve increasingly complex puzzles, as you go anywhere, anytime on a lush forest island!

Why similar: Platformer 44.4%, Adventure 21.7%, Indie 21.4%, Casual 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: A non-linear puzzle-platformer that focuses on observing the environment and using your limited abilities to interact with the world.

Fans of challenging platformers will love this Steampunk remake of traditional runners! Guardians of Victoria features chase mechanics, upgrades, training, and 3 unique playable characters across Victoria's sky city, who's story will be changed forever!

Why similar: Casual 74.5%, Indie 15.3%, Adventure 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A casual adventure game that blends fantasy elements with light puzzle-solving in a steampunk-inspired setting.

Hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project. INSIDE is a dark, narrative-driven platformer combining intense action with challenging puzzles. It has been critically acclaimed for its moody art style, ambient soundtrack and unsettling atmosphere.

Why similar: Platformer 46.7%, Indie 29.7%, Adventure 23.6%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric puzzle-platformer that tells a compelling story through its environment and clever, logic-based puzzles.

"Boxes are the most wonderful things ever! Truly they are, didn’t you know?" A Game About Boxes is a quirky little adventure that shifts from minimalist aesthetics to uncanny atmospheres, all while you jump around, summon boxes, and slowly learn to love them. :) or else <3

Why similar: Adventure 45.2%, Platformer 28.4%, Indie 26.4%

You are stranded on a strange and peculiar planet. It’s time to embark on your journey and find your way home! Explore a gravity defying and challenging platformer with striking visuals and a captivating story that transports you to a world beyond ours.

Why similar: Platformer 44.1%, Indie 33%, Adventure 22.9%

Why You'll Like It: This puzzle-platformer features unique gravity-altering mechanics that challenge your logic and timing in a charming, stylized world.

Embark on a journey through tunnels, caves and ancient temples, solving puzzles and fighting all kinds of hostile creatures. Be smart - avoid traps and think carefully. They say it doesn't hurt ;)

Why similar: Platformer 49.4%, Casual 27.4%, Indie 23.2%

7 is a puzzle platformer, literally, by the numbers.

Why similar: Indie 56%, Adventure 44%

Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play puzzle-platformer that provides a straightforward and engaging experience for fans of the genre.

Uncertain of his sister's fate, a boy enters LIMBO

Why similar: Platformer 48.3%, Indie 33.6%, Adventure 15.4%, Casual 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic puzzle-platformer that relies on environmental logic and careful observation to navigate its mysterious world.

“Keepers of the Trees” is a couch co-op puzzle platformer that gives you the power to control nature. Along with a friend, you will test your platforming mettle, work together to solve puzzles by growing special plants, and explore a lush, fantasy forest world.

Why similar: Platformer 43.3%, Adventure 31.3%, Casual 25.4%

Why You'll Like It: A gentle, nature-themed puzzle-adventure that encourages exploration and casual problem-solving.

Classic 2D platforming that blends elements of: Nikola Tesla, puzzles, inventions, 1800's-era undead and a sprinkling of the maniacal Thomas Edison. Throw in a dash of randomly generating level sectors, a zesty squeeze of items and a pinch of indie love... Tasty!

Why similar: Indie 55%, Adventure 45%

Why You'll Like It: This indie adventure features platforming mechanics and a quirky narrative that keeps the gameplay light and entertaining.

Where We Went is a narrative driven puzzle game. Step into the role of a mysterious character that can control ancient guardians to solve puzzles. Uncover the story behind your visit to the tomb and the reason for its existence!

Why similar: Adventure 44%, Casual 20.1%, Platformer 19.2%, Indie 16.7%

Get aboard on a thrilling voyage in search of the truth after the desolation of your village, using spears to climb a huge mountain while you walk the way to Yaatra.

Why similar: Indie 36.1%, Adventure 29%, Casual 24.9%, Platformer 10.1%

A quirky 2D puzzle platformer where your most powerful tool is… the DUDES!

Why similar: Platformer 47.4%, Casual 35.8%, Indie 16.8%

Play Esteban, Zia and Tao through numerous tricky levels full of puzzles, traps and infiltration phases in a wide variety of diverse gorgeous settings. Explore every nook and cranny of China, and escape Zarès’ hostile men, searching for the local City of Gold.

Why similar: Indie 38.9%, Adventure 33%, Casual 28.1%

Throw yourself into an exciting adventure! Live Adventure is a 2nd person game where you follow the journey of two young explorers, Lence and Reel in search of their parents. Solve the mysteries of a lost civilization while exploring a lush forest littered with mysterious ruins.

Why similar: Platformer 56.6%, Adventure 43.4%

Woodle Tree Adventures is an old school platform game with a catchy and unique art style! Explore a total of 6 worlds and save the lands with the magical water drops you'll find through your journey, bringing back peace and balance and finally becoming the new hero!

Why similar: Platformer 39.2%, Indie 37.2%, Adventure 17.4%, Casual 6.2%

Floodcore is a puzzle adventure game in which you explore an ancient civilization in a flooded world, and discover a mysterious power to overcome the temple's challenges.

Why similar: Adventure 58.1%, Indie 41.9%

Upside Down will immerse you in an incredible adventure. Sharpen your reflexes for this fast-paced, precise puzzle-platformer.

Why similar: Indie 67%, Platformer 11.5%, Casual 11%, Adventure 10.5%

Gravity Quest. Plunge into the world of magic 3d mazes! Feel deeply this fairy world free of gravitation.

Why similar: Indie 39.8%, Adventure 32.5%, Casual 27.7%

Embark on a heartwarming journey with your little light friend to solve puzzles and bring light to the mystical realm of Illum.

Why similar: Casual 49.3%, Adventure 29%, Indie 21.7%

Join Clef on an adventure set on a magical sky island where her family once lived. Solve puzzles, discover secrets, and experience a story of sisterly love – and something more, if you are willing to dig deeper…

Why similar: Platformer 63%, Casual 20.5%, Adventure 16.5%

Patch me if you can is a puzzle adventure where you dive into a game world and manipulate objects however you want. Equip blocks to shrink boulders, move the sun, and thwart Lord's conspiracy. This broken world needs your 'patch'!

Why similar: Casual 38.5%, Indie 31.4%, Adventure 30.1%

Go on a puzzle-solving adventure around the world. Enjoy beautiful locations and atmospheric music. Play classic mahjong solitaire game and recover your lost artifacts.

Why similar: Casual 61.1%, Indie 38.9%

Adapta Solva is a short puzzle platformer adventure. Play as an Adaptarian to absorb elements from magical shrines to solve puzzles and overcome obstacles. Uncover the truth behind your creation in a world laid to ruin by an unknown cause.

Why similar: Platformer 67.7%, Casual 32.3%

Discover the true meaning of apples in this charming adventure-platformer.

Why similar: Adventure 58.5%, Platformer 41.5%

Free the gods’ powers and fulfill your destiny in the Treasures of Montezuma 4! This new match-three game is overflowing with mystery and excitement!

Why similar: Indie 37.2%, Casual 32.4%, Adventure 30.4%

Match tokens to unlock incredible riches in The Treasures of Montezuma 3! With Casual and Timed modes to enjoy, 160 levels to beat, and dozens of mind-bending mini-puzzles to solve, you could be in the jungle for months!

Why similar: Indie 37.1%, Casual 35%, Adventure 27.9%

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

Why similar: Indie 43.7%, Adventure 40.9%, Casual 15.4%

Play every character simultaneously and reunite them in mind boggling 100 levels

Why similar: Platformer 49%, Casual 31.9%, Indie 19.1%

First-person adventure game, playable solo or co-op with up to 4 players. Use your magical abilities to solve puzzles or navigate through areas! Explore, use items, brew potions and unlock your full alchemical potential. Are you willing to do what it takes to claim a soul of your own?

Why similar: Casual 100%

Solve the greatest archeological puzzle known to man: the origin of Atlantis!

Why similar: Indie 39.5%, Adventure 32.3%, Casual 28.2%

Embark on an adventure and command your flock to bring your fluffy friends back home. The mysterious disappearance of Ramsey sparks your journey as you must collect, throw and bounce from sheep to sheep to bring him back home safely.

Why similar: Indie 57%, Adventure 43%

A bold wager sends you across continents while Detective Fix closes in. Guide Fogg and Passepartout through a hidden object mystery, search scenes by list or silhouette, spot differences, match pairs, and solve logic puzzles before time runs out.

Why similar: Adventure 42.4%, Casual 32.5%, Indie 25.1%

Join millions of players in the adventures of Poptropica! Establish yourself as the hero of your story while exploring mysterious lands and completing immersive quests. Uncover ancient mysteries, solve puzzles, and collect exclusive rewards throughout your travels.

Why similar: Platformer 47.5%, Adventure 28.8%, Casual 23.7%

Cartesian is a unique puzzle-platformer with lasers as its core mechanic. Use lasers to reflect, push, destroy, and more as you search for your lost crew-mates. Dozens of interesting mechanics are introduced through over 70 varied levels.

Why similar: Indie 55%, Adventure 45%

Skybound is a 3D exploration platformer focused on fun, fluid movement mechanics, parkour and environmental puzzle solving.

Why similar: Platformer 40.3%, Indie 21.8%, Adventure 20.8%, Casual 17.1%

The UnderGarden is a casual Zen game that challenges players to explore beautiful underground caverns filled with strange life forms, sound, music and plenty of hidden secrets. Casual gamers with an affinity towards puzzle games will enjoy The UnderGarden’s modern exploration quest filled with brain teasing games that combine state of...

Why similar: Casual 100%

Discover the tale of two peculiar characters: the Old Pilgrim and the Little Star, as they embark on a journey up the Great Mountain of Wonders. Guide them both simultaneously with a single controller. Join this poetic adventure that will challenge your mind and skills!

Why similar: Adventure 51.4%, Casual 42.1%, Indie 6.5%