- #1 The Mystery of Devils House
97% matchMixed45% of 22 reviews2018
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
The Mystery of Devil's House is a 2D Horror Action Platformer based on the story of the Haunted house called William's House located in Massachusetts investigated by The Ghostbuster Crew: International.
Why similar: Platformer 18.6%, Retro 15.4%, Difficult 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Arcade 5.7%
- #2 Plushie Bomber
96% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Horizon Edge
Windows
Blow your enemies up with their own bombs in this explosive 2D action platformer! Catch the deadly plushies' bombs in time to throw them right back to the sender! Will you uncover the cute fluffy toys' origins?
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.3%, Platformer 20.3%, Retro 14.5%, Difficult 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
- #3 Expelled
96% matchMixed59% of 100 reviews2017
Dev: Whited43Pub: Conglomerate 5
Windows · Mac
Median: 6 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Expelled - the adventure of a rabbit on dangerous planets, and all in order to use the only chance to get out of prison and return home to his wife and children.
Why similar: Platformer 25.1%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Difficult 10.7%, Retro 10.3%, Action 9.6%
- #4 VolChaos
95% matchMixed68% of 59 reviews2015
Dev: Fun Infused Games
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Volchaos is an ultra-challenging old school platformer.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.3%, Platformer 22.2%, Retro 19%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Action 7.1%
- #5 Awakened Evil
93% matchPositive98% of 42 reviews2023
Dev: Deprecated Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Awakened Evil is an action platformer inspired by the classics. Jump and slash your way through intense linear stages that will put your skills to the test. Do you have what it takes to slay all the bosses, and take on evil itself?
Why similar: Platformer 19.7%, Retro 17.2%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Difficult 13.9%, Action 9.5%
- #6 Illusoria
94% matchMixed41% of 37 reviews2017
Dev: Under The BridgePub: BadLand Publishing
Windows
Illusoria is a game where players can immerse themselves in a fantasy world full of wonderful characters and terrible monsters. A place where death lurks past every corner and where patience and expertise will be your best allies.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.4%, Platformer 15.4%, Difficult 15.3%, Story Rich 7.4%, Arcade 7%
- #7 Star Girl Proxima
94% matchPositive83% of 18 reviews2020
Dev: Giant Evil Robot
Windows
Become a magical girl hero and defend the alien world of Proxima Centauri b in Star Girl Proxima! An 8-bit style action-platformer.
Why similar: Platformer 15.8%, Retro 14.1%, Side Scroller 13%, Difficult 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #8 The Christmas Gifts
92% matchMostly Negative38% of 13 reviews2018
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
The Christmas Gifts is a 2D Old School Christmas Themed Action Platformer based on the story of a boy named Kim who is in search of his gifts which got stolen from his garden.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22%, Platformer 16.5%, Retro 15.8%, Difficult 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
- #9 Angry Video Game Nerd Adventures
91% matchVery Positive88% of 3,163 reviews2013
Dev: FreakZone GamesPub: Retroware
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
"The most rewarding game of 2013!" Influenced by retro classics Mega Man and Castlevania, Angry Video Game Nerd Adventures features the AVGN and friends as they blast their way through 10 levels of fun, fast paced 2D action based on the AVGN's adventures in his online series.
Why similar: Platformer 23.1%, Difficult 17.6%, Retro 15.2%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #10 NakedMan VS The Clothes
91% matchMixed60% of 25 reviews2017
Dev: 4FreaksFiction
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Embark in an epic journey through a postapocalyptic world to defeat the insurrection of the clothes as the NakedMan, the bald hero humanity needs in times of need and censorship!
Why similar: Platformer 24.3%, Retro 19.9%, Difficult 18.7%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Action 9%
- #11 SNAKEWITCH
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Yellow Sriracha
Windows · Mac · Linux
The action-packed tale of the exiled SNAKEWITCH. Swing and strike your way through cursed areas, battling monsters and freeing possessed creatures along the way. With your snake companion, break into the Academy and discover the true reason that the accursed SNAKEWITCH was banished.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.2%, Platformer 21.5%, Retro 11.8%, Story Rich 11.7%, Action 10.9%
- #12 Life-Winner Cong's Double Dragon Dream
89% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: 神族宝
Windows
There is only Chinese summary about this game. For more information, please change the language to simplified Chinese. There are no words in the game, so the language of the game is all languages. Players all over the world can play the game freely without language restrictions.
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.7%, Retro 14.4%, Sports 13%, Platformer 11.8%, RPG 5%
- #13 JankBrain
89% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Log Games Ltd
Windows
JankBrain is out for world domination! Using his massive intellect, JankBrain wants to control the earth by taking over the world's economy. Inspired by 16 bit run and gun platformers of the 90s, JankBrain must tackle 55 challenging levels including mine cart, rocket pack, and boss battles.
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.8%, Retro 19.6%, Difficult 16.8%, Platformer 16.5%, Comedy 11.8%
- #14 Volgarr the Viking
88% matchVery Positive81% of 2,445 reviews2013
Dev: Crazy Viking Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Return to the Golden Age of arcades with a hardcore action platformer that pulls no punches! Possesses all the hallmarks of true classics like Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts (SNES), Rastan Saga (Arcade), Castlevania (NES) and more with precise controls, high challenge, and meticulous design.
Why similar: Platformer 26.5%, Difficult 23.6%, Retro 14.8%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Action 6%
- #15 Fallen Leaf
84% matchVery Positive91% of 274 reviews2024
Dev: Delta Shore Games
Windows
Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!
Why similar: Platformer 25.7%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Retro 19%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Action 6%
- #16 Armorik the Viking: The Eight Conquests
87% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Infogrames Multimedia SAPub: Ziggurat
Windows · Linux
Armorik is a young, courageous and ambitious Viking. With your help and that of Thor, he will try to conquer the eight territories that will allow him to become a legend.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.9%, Platformer 24.5%, Retro 24%, Arcade 11.3%, Action 10.3%
- #17 Shootout on Cash Island
86% matchVery Positive84% of 370 reviews2018
Dev: Quantized Bit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Bobby from Team HOT GUNS has a job to locate and secure the legendary Money Tree.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.2%, Platformer 18.2%, Retro 15%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Action 11.8%
- #18 Crusader Crash
86% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2017
Dev: Obadiah D Luna
Windows
Inspired by great titles such as Ghosts 'n Goblins and Mega Man 2 comes Crusader Crash! A fast paced, challenging, side-scrolling game with retro art and soundtracks! Play through 8 vastly different stages each with their own boss that will put your skills to the test!
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.6%, Platformer 20%, Difficult 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Adventure 10.1%
- #19 Mighty Gunvolt
85% matchMostly Positive74% of 415 reviews2015
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Take control of one of three playable characters (Gunvolt, Ekoro, and Beck) as you blast your way past the baddies in stage after stage of side-scrolling action! Each stage ends with a boss encounter. Defeat the boss to complete the stage.
Why similar: Platformer 28.2%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Retro 21.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Action 11.7%
- #20 Chop is dish
84% matchMixed69% of 54 reviews2018
Dev: HugePixel
Windows
Chop is dish-2d-dimensional platformer, where you conroll an angry master-chef who was lost piece of meat-it was stolen. Looking in the root of their troubles hero plunges into the mysterious world of strange creatures, which is fraught with many traps and dangers.
Why similar: Platformer 20.6%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Retro 14.1%, Action 12.8%, Adventure 10.9%
- #21 Exp Parasite
83% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: ZimogorPub: Greyhead Studio LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
A retro, hardcore 2D arcade game, where every minute of gameplay is unique. Take control of an experimental parasite that infects different mechanical objects, overcomes countless obstacles, and fights powerful bosses to achieve goals set by an unknown puppeteer.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.4%, Platformer 25%, Retro 18.4%, Action 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%
- #22 Grave Robber
81% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: kurigamedev
Windows
Grave Robber is a simple, tiny, fun and challenging arcade game where you'll face hordes of undead enemies and try to get the highscore.
Why similar: Difficult 21.1%, Platformer 18.8%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Arcade 11.3%, Action 7.5%
- #23 Super Demon Boy
82% matchMixed69% of 29 reviews2019
Dev: Semyon MaximovPub: BekkerDev Studio
Windows
Super Demon Boy is a dynamic action-platformer in an unusual setting that will leave you a lot of impressions!
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.6%, Platformer 21.7%, Retro 18.7%, Difficult 17.7%, Adventure 8.8%
- #24 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,570 reviews2014
Dev: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.
Why similar: Platformer 27.5%, Retro 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Difficult 8.7%
- #25 Overcome
81% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2019
Dev: Overcome Studios
Windows · Mac
Beat your inner demons without attacking them, in this extremely difficult platformer about how grief changes one's perception of the world. It is an expression of the developer's experience with cancer and heartbreak.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.6%, Platformer 16.2%, Difficult 13.3%, Retro 12.8%, Action 11.2%
- #26 Er-Spectro
82% matchMixed42% of 24 reviews2017
Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Defeat 7 bosses in this radial Shoot 'em up game to obtain full power of color spectre and defeat hidden evil.
Why similar: Action 32%, Arcade 17.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.1%, Indie 14.9%, 2D 12.7%
- #27 Cybarian: The Time Travelling Warrior
78% matchMixed60% of 443 reviews2018
Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.
Why similar: Platformer 17.1%, Retro 16.4%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Difficult 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #28 Bounty Hunter: Stampede
79% matchMixed53% of 19 reviews2018
Dev: SalsawiPub: Salsawi Games
Windows
It's big game season, perch yourself atop a stampede of animals and pick off the best targets in this "where's wally-esque" hidden object game. 64 animal variations make for a difficult hunt and you'll be timed before your trophy gets away so good luck and happy hunting!
Why similar: Action 68.2%, Indie 31.8%
- #29 Arsonist Heaven Remastered
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: OMEGACORE
Windows
Arsonist Heaven is a retro-styled action platformer where you as a mercenary equipped with a jetpack and flamethrower will incinerate mutants in dangerous locations.
Why similar: Platformer 21.9%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Retro 13.9%, Action 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%
- #30 I Wanna Ascend
74% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: JANGSUE
Windows
As you climb this place, you will fall countless times, sinking into despair. Prove that you're not just a loudmouth coward—reach the top. The 2D platforming jump game that will break your keyboard: I Wanna Ascend.
Why similar: Difficult 19.1%, Retro 15.6%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Platformer 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #31 Moons Of Darsalon
75% matchVery Positive81% of 177 reviews2023
Dev: Dr. Kucho! Games
Windows · Mac
Retro action "save-them-all" platformer including advanced physics combined with an unique retro feel. Complete rescue missions leading your colleagues to the closest base station. Fight enemies using your laser gun, jet pack, destroy terrain and even make new paths with the ground maker.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.3%, Retro 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Arcade 9.1%, Action 7.9%
- #32 Miles & Kilo
77% matchVery Positive93% of 76 reviews2017
Dev: Michael Burns
Windows · Mac
Race across a curious island in this fast-paced, light-hearted platformer
Why similar: Platformer 23.5%, Difficult 19.7%, Retro 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Action 10.5%
- #33 Best Buds vs Bad Guys
78% matchMixed53% of 32 reviews2016
Dev: Reset Games Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Best Buds vs Bad Guys is a 2D run ’n’ gun from a game developer Dad and his 11 year old son, with a special message behind it. Travel to 11 different worlds, all presented in classic 16-bit style, with a catchy chip-tune soundtrack and lots of over-the-top weapons!
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.2%, Platformer 19.5%, Retro 17%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Arcade 8.5%
- #34 Cold Hill
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Marek Drábek
Windows
Cold Hill is a 2D pixel art action platformer game. Find your way through dozens of obstacles, jump precisely, fight enemies. Explore forest, caves and mountains. Help people from the forest and find out the truth about who is the real enemy.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.5%, Platformer 26.2%, Difficult 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Action 7%
- #35 Muppy The Bunny : The Danger of Wishes
75% matchPositive82% of 44 reviews2019
Dev: Skyler HannersPub: Laurie Hanners
Windows
Muppy The Bunny : The Danger of Wishes is a 2D platforming game inspired by many early platformers from the 90's. There is a bunch to do in this game, like running from a giant cat, flying a plane, using a parachute, swimming, driving a mine-cart, and so much more.
Why similar: Platformer 19.1%, Difficult 18.9%, Retro 9.7%, Arcade 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #36 Leopoldo Manquiseil
76% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: The Vanir ProjectPub: BadLand Publishing
Windows
The videogame industry is in danger! A dishonest organization (A.M.E.) has set out to monopolize the industry and thus control the minds of the players. Developers and distributors have two options: either they take their side or else the market will end up crushing them.
Why similar: Side Scroller 38.2%, Platformer 27.5%, Retro 21.2%, Action 7.5%, Singleplayer 3%
- #37 Mago
70% matchVery Positive93% of 999 reviews2022
Dev: Dream Potion Games
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Mago is a retro 2D platformer that puts us in the boots of a sorcerer, who was unfortunate enough to eat evil overlords' food. Now he has to rescue his beloved princess from the dinner menu of the evil Gourmet! Nostalgia awaits!
Why similar: Platformer 24.6%, Retro 15.5%, Difficult 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Side Scroller 9.5%
- #38 Mini Knight's Journey
72% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Prismacore Dream
Windows
Mini Knight's Journey is a linear action-adventure platformer game about two twin brothers who, with their father, go on a journey to defeat the school bullies! Play as one of the two brothers and face this incredible adventure!
Why similar: Platformer 20.1%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Retro 18.3%, Difficult 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #39 Abathor
69% matchVery Positive91% of 358 reviews2024
Dev: Pow Pixel GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Abathor is a challenging 2D action platformer for solo play or up to 4 players. Embark on an epic 16-bit quest inspired by Golden Axe, Rastan, and Castlevania IV. Traverse Atlantis, battle demons, and defeat vicious bosses to save your progress! Enjoy an amazing OST from classic-era musicians!
Why similar: Platformer 19.5%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Retro 14.4%, Difficult 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #40 8BitBoy™
74% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,944 reviews2014
Dev: AwesomeBlade
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 19%
Huge classic platformer with several power-ups and 8-12 hours of main story & 300+ hidden locations just begging for exploration · 56 big Levels · 5 huge worlds
Why similar: Platformer 40.2%, Retro 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Action 7.1%, 2D 5.6%
- #41 Swords & Bones
71% matchVery Positive93% of 82 reviews2021
Dev: SEEP
Windows
Swords & Bones inherits the spirit of the great 16-bit classics from the 80s and 90s, enriching the game experience with modern mechanics! Undead hordes and demons await you in this epic adventure!
Why similar: Retro 18%, Platformer 17.9%, Action 12.8%, RPG 11.6%, Adventure 11.3%
- #42 Spacebar
69% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: NEETNectar
Windows
All you'll need is the spacebar for Spacebar! In this minimalist arcade side-scroller you will jump, flip, and fly your way through the endless levels.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.7%, Difficult 21.3%, Platformer 21.1%, Arcade 9.7%, 2D 5.6%
- #43 A Hole New World
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 103 reviews2017
Dev: MadGearGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The city is being invaded by monsters from the Upside Down World! You, the Potion Master, must defeat evil all alone, with no tutorials or "Easy Mode" to assist you. You'll have to rely on the help of Fäy, your companion fairy, and your potions!
Why similar: Retro 23.8%, Difficult 20.9%, Platformer 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Action 10.1%
- #44 Mystic Mayhem Unleashed
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: BitCore Studios LLC
Windows · Linux
Mystic Mayhem Unleashed is the adventures of Max, who crash landed on an island and accidentally releases an evil wizard named Malwarp. Now he must fix what he unleashed. Do You Have What It Takes to Save the Island?
Why similar: Platformer 28.5%, Retro 24.2%, Side Scroller 16%, Action 9%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #45 Prehistorik 2
72% matchVery Positive90% of 67 reviews2017
Dev: Titus InteractivePub: Interplay Entertainment Corp.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prehistorik 2 is a classic platform game where you walk and jump through the levels then whack enemies on the head with a club in your quest for food.
Why similar: Platformer 28.9%, Side Scroller 23.5%, Retro 20.9%, Adventure 11.5%, Action 8.8%
- #46 Rugösi
73% matchPositive83% of 24 reviews2018
Dev: Eckalon
Windows
Rugösi is a very short game - just like our lives. Professor Alveus and Professor Vox invite you to play through the test chambers and compete against others in the Steam leaderboards.
Why similar: Platformer 22.3%, Retro 16.9%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Difficult 12%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%
- #47 Angry Video Game Nerd 8-bit
66% matchVery Positive83% of 117 reviews2025
Dev: Retroware
Windows
The Angry Video Game Nerd is back in 8-bits! Battle through frantic platforming levels, defeat classic AVGN bosses, and save all of gaming, or test your skills in Endless Challenge mode!
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.8%, Platformer 20.9%, Arcade 9.2%, Retro 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #48 Gun Crazy
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 150 reviews2019
Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Gun Crazy is a fast paced and hectic arcade style action shoot em’ up sporting old school pixel art and a retro sound track.
Why similar: Platformer 18.4%, Retro 16%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Difficult 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%
- #49 Horace
70% matchMostly Positive80% of 686 reviews2019
Dev: Paul HelmanPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 63%
"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: Platformer 18.1%, Difficult 13.1%, Story Rich 12.3%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Retro 9%
- #50 Super Helmets on Fire DX Ultra Edition Plus Alpha
71% matchMixed66% of 62 reviews2016
Dev: Ripper Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Super Helmets on Fire DX is a crazy side scrolling action platformer game, with lots of nods to old school games, mixed with hardcore runner gameplay and a pinch of RPG lite elements.
Why similar: Platformer 29.3%, Difficult 26.1%, Retro 12.6%, Action 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
- #51 Freedom Planet 2
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,681 reviews2022
Dev: GalaxyTrail
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The fast paced platforming of Freedom Planet returns! Become a full-time cartoon heroine and use abilities and items suited to your play style to explore the world of Avalice and defend its animal citizens!
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.2%, Platformer 18.3%, Retro 11.7%, Difficult 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
- #52 Spacebar X
68% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: NEETNectar
Windows
A follow up to Spacebar! This time, you will need both the spacebar and X key to survive this minimalist arcade platformer! Jump, flip, fly, and warp your way through the endless levels!
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.7%, Difficult 20.4%, Platformer 19.7%, Arcade 8.8%, Action 7.7%
- #53 Ball Challenge
68% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: André Holtz
Windows
With a retro pixel art graphics, Ball Challenge is a hard game that requires a lot of skill and agility from the player to go through all it's challenges. Dodge monsters, spikes and traps, collect the necessary diamonds and try to reach the end of each level.
Why similar: Platformer 25.8%, Difficult 23.8%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Retro 10%
- #54 Sydney Hunter and the Curse of the Mayan
68% matchVery Positive87% of 90 reviews2019
Dev: CollectorVision Games
Windows · Mac
In this pixel-perfect homage to the classic action platformers, you play as Sydney Hunter - an explorer who gets trapped inside a Mayan pyramid while he's out exploring!
Why similar: Platformer 16.9%, Retro 14.1%, Action 11.6%, Adventure 9.6%, Difficult 8.6%
- #55 The Storied Sword
65% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Bite the ChiliPub: Orc Face Games
Windows
An 8-bit action-adventure! Retrieve the fabled Storied Sword from the evil clutches of the dark sorcerer Vectre!
Why similar: Difficult 16.8%, Platformer 16.6%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Retro 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #56 The incredible friends
69% match8 user reviews0% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: Sun & EyesPub: Astero
Windows
The Incredible Friends - Crazy platformer shooter where players must destroy all the dead at unusual levels
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.7%, Platformer 21.8%, Action 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Arcade 9.7%
- #57 NightmareZ
70% matchMixed44% of 59 reviews2016
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%
NightmareZ is a side-scrolling platform action game with multiple enemies, lots of fancy features and retro visuals. This is a retro styled platform and action game which will immerse you in a unique world full of good and evil demons.
Why similar: Platformer 24.7%, Retro 20.2%, Difficult 14.9%, Action 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #58 Abathor - Atlantis Landing
62% matchVery Positive88% of 199 reviews2023
Dev: Pow Pixel GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Play Abathor Atlantis Landing and relive the glory of arcades in this action platformer for up to 4 players.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, Platformer 17.2%, Difficult 14.3%, Retro 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #59 Oniken: Unstoppable Edition
67% matchMostly Positive80% of 965 reviews2014
Dev: JoyMasher
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
When a global war nearly decimated humankind, an evil military organization called Oniken takes advantage of the situation to dominate and oppress the few remaining survivors. Even though any resistance to this organization seemed hopeless, a small rebel movement organizes strikes against Oniken.
Why similar: Retro 29.6%, Platformer 29.4%, Difficult 12%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Action 7.6%