Games Like Leap Year

Explore a dense, interconnected labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items to manipulate your environment in surprising and meaningful ways. Encounter beautiful and unsettling creatures, as you attempt to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29%, Puzzle Platformer 16.9%, Nonlinear 10.4%, Exploration 8.8%, Platformer 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in non-linear exploration and environmental puzzles that rewards player curiosity and knowledge.

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Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 34.8%, Platformer 16.7%, Puzzle 12%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Like Leap Year, this game focuses on clever, knowledge-based puzzles where understanding the environment is key to progression.

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: Metroidvania 28%, Nonlinear 20.2%, Puzzle Platformer 19%, Platformer 10.2%, Exploration 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A unique puzzle-platformer where you learn how the world interacts with your abilities rather than gaining new powers.

LA-MULANA is an “Archaeological Ruin Exploration Action Game,” bringing the classic appeal of adventure with the punishing difficulty of retro-inspired gaming. Search inside ancient ruins, seeking out the “Secret Treasure of Life” – which sleeps in the sprawling ruins of “LA-MULANA” and is said to be the beginning of all civilization.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.3%, Platformer 15.1%, Exploration 8.7%, Puzzle 6.8%, Puzzle Platformer 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: The ultimate test of knowledge and discovery, requiring players to decipher clues to navigate a complex, interconnected world.

Gomez is a 2D creature living in a 2D world. Or is he? When the existence of a mysterious 3rd dimension is revealed to him, Gomez is sent out on a journey that will take him to the very end of time and space. Use your ability to navigate 3D structures from 4 distinct classic 2D perspectives.

Why similar: Platformer 28.7%, Puzzle 18.3%, Exploration 13.7%, Puzzle Platformer 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A perspective-shifting puzzle-platformer that encourages deep exploration and uncovering hidden secrets in a non-linear world.

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: Precision Platformer 28.9%, 2D Platformer 19.5%, Platformer 13.9%, Exploration 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A platformer-heavy metroidvania that offers deep, satisfying movement mechanics and extensive exploration.

Master Key is a top-down adventure game with a strong focus on item-based exploration and secrets. Embark on a journey to discover what that key could be used for and meet colorful characters!

Why similar: Metroidvania 37%, Nonlinear 19.3%, Exploration 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Retro 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, non-linear adventure that focuses on exploration and finding secrets in a retro-inspired world.

Exographer is an exploration game based on science. Become an explorer, stranded in an alien planet, and discover the secrets of an extinct civilization. Gain new powers to avoid dangers and obstacles in your journey, and use your camera to reveal particles and hidden clues.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.6%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Metroidvania 12.1%, Platformer 11.8%, Exploration 11%

Why You'll Like It: A science-based puzzle-platformer that emphasizes exploration and uncovering the mysteries of an alien environment.

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 42.6%, Nonlinear 20%, Exploration 19%, Puzzle 14.6%, Action 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: While isometric, it shares the core philosophy of Leap Year by requiring players to piece together game mechanics through discovery and observation.

Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.3%, Nonlinear 14.6%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 10.9%, Exploration 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A charming metroidvania that captures the atmospheric exploration and discovery found in Leap Year.

Control the flow of time to solve puzzles in this new version of the indie classic, featuring fully repainted artwork, a new world of puzzles, and seriously in-depth commentary.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.6%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Platformer 14.8%, Puzzle 10.1%, Hand-drawn 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic puzzle-platformer that uses time manipulation to challenge your understanding of the game's logic.

Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 55.9%, Platformer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Exploration 4.7%, Retro 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging metroidvania that hides deep secrets and complex puzzles within its pixelated world.

Challenging precision platformer based on tight, fluid movement. Open map layout with multiple routes. Collect gems and save animals.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Precision Platformer 22.2%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 13.8%, Exploration 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A tight 2D platformer that focuses on exploration and movement within a compact, hand-drawn world.

Go on an adventure in a world packed with secrets helped by your friend, a poulp with many abilities. Explore, solve puzzles, wander across dungeons, blast through races and much more in this cute game inspired by the best 3D platformers

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.4%, Puzzle Platformer 19.6%, Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Exploration 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful collectathon platformer that encourages creative exploration and interaction with the environment.

Explore a strange planet, collect the creatures you find, and then shape-shift into them to expand your world. Build your own path, chat with the locals, and discover the planets sprawling secrets in this quirky metroidvania platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Platformer 15%, Exploration 10.4%, Hand-drawn 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A non-violent metroidvania that focuses on platforming and creature-collection to explore its world.

Explore a world full of mysteries that transform with each jump! Moonleap is a game about a moon boy on his journey to recover shooting stars. Change day to night with your jump and catch all the stars in this challenging puzzle-platformer!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.2%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Platformer 14.2%, Logic 11.2%, Puzzle 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist puzzle-platformer that requires careful planning and movement to collect all items in a level.

Alwa’s Legacy is a modern retro game full of dangerous dungeons, mystic items and ancient secrets. Upgrade your magic and choose your own path in this non-linear adventure game brimming with exploration.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Puzzle Platformer 18.8%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 10.6%, Exploration 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern metroidvania that blends platforming challenges with puzzle-solving and non-linear exploration.

And Yet It Moves is a puzzle-platformer, set in a unique world, made of ripped paper. Within the paper-collage you can jump, run and last but certainly not least: rotate the world. Learn how to apply the physical consequences of rotation to master the many tricky situations you may encounter.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 37.4%, Platformer 20.8%, Precision Platformer 15.4%, Puzzle 10.1%, Hand-drawn 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based puzzle-platformer where rotating the world is the primary mechanic for navigating obstacles.

A journey begins... A treacherous tower... Unravel its mysteries!Discover the secrets kept in the long abandoned Tesla Tower!Magnetism and other electromagnetic powers will help you explore a non-linear world of beautiful hand-drawn environments, in a steampunk-inspired vision of old Europe.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Platformer 20.7%, Puzzle Platformer 14.7%, Puzzle 10.3%, Nonlinear 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that uses magnetism and physics to create unique movement and navigation challenges.

VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?

Why similar: Precision Platformer 34.8%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Platformer 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Metroidvania 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A precision platformer that uses a gravity-flipping mechanic to create complex, puzzle-like navigation.

Throw on your nostalgia goggles and travel back in time with Super Win the Game, a retro-core explosion of exploration and platforming action!!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.4%, Precision Platformer 23.3%, Nonlinear 16.6%, Platformer 9.3%, Exploration 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled exploration game that emphasizes discovery and non-linear progression through platforming.

Uncover the truth about the Ghostland Yard investigators disappearance in this challenging 2D platformer. Travel across the world in more than 250 handcrafted levels to find your friends!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 37.6%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Platformer 12.7%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, Exploration 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced precision platformer that tests your mastery of movement and timing.

Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.8%, Precision Platformer 27.3%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, action-packed platformer with a large, interconnected world to explore.

The legendary Knytt series continues with Nifflas’ latest creation; Knytt Underground. In this Knytteration; humans have long since abandoned the planet after practically destroying it in a war, five hundred years ago.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.8%, Metroidvania 26.2%, Platformer 15.2%, Exploration 10.5%, Adventure 3%

Why You'll Like It: A sprawling, non-linear exploration game that prioritizes atmosphere and movement over traditional combat.

Genopanic is a pixel-art, Metroidvania-inspired adventure-platformer. Explore corridors of the space station, teeming with secrets and dangers, and engage in boss fights. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden mysteries in the dark atmosphere of a sci-fi research complex. Discover the truth with each step

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.6%, Precision Platformer 23.9%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 10.7%, Exploration 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A metroidvania that combines atmospheric exploration with puzzle-solving and platforming.

A Bomb Caterpillar's Big Adventure! "Öoo" is a charming yet mysterious exploration puzzle platformer where you discover creative ways to use bombs!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.4%, Puzzle Platformer 20.4%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Platformer 9.2%, Exploration 8.2%

Swing over spikes and pits, find the secrets of a mysterious tree and overcome difficult challenges as a brave tiny lizard in this small adventure.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 23.1%, Precision Platformer 22.1%, 2D Platformer 18.1%, Platformer 11.5%, Exploration 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based platformer where using a grappling hook to navigate and explore is the central mechanic.

Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.

Why similar: Metroidvania 51.3%, Platformer 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Retro 5.9%, 2D 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A compact metroidvania that offers tight platforming and secret-hunting in a retro-inspired setting.

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 46.3%, Platformer 17%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Exploration 10.2%, 2D 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A charming metroidvania that focuses on exploration and connecting different areas through platforming.

A precise momentum-based platformer that emphasizes exploration and navigation puzzles. Run and jump your way through a wide variety of obstacles and challenges as you explore an abandoned derelict freighter. Be careful: getting in is often easier than getting out!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 25%, Metroidvania 23.6%, Nonlinear 13.8%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 8.6%

One Gun Guy is a straight forward no nonsense action platformer, one giant level littered with player upgrades, hazards to tackle, enemies to destroy, a boss to kill, and multiple difficulty settings.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 22.6%, Puzzle Platformer 16.8%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 11.6%, Exploration 8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action platformer that focuses on tight movement and exploration.

A creature-scanning metroidvania. Explore an ancient paradise before it's lost forever. Study the EMUUROM creatures, document your findings in the EMUUDEX, and use what you learn to unlock new paths.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Nonlinear 13.6%, Puzzle Platformer 13.6%, 2D Platformer 9.2%, Platformer 7.7%

Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, Precision Platformer 15.9%, Platformer 11.9%, Exploration 9.9%, 2D Platformer 9.1%

Enter the wacky & whimsical world of Uurnog Uurnlimited! Explore a silly, puzzle-filled land full of cubes, bombs, weird people & adorable animals — then steal them all! Play single player or co-op as you jump, grab, throw & teleport your colorful collection back to the Save Room.

Why similar: Platformer 48.9%, Puzzle 32.7%, Indie 18.3%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky puzzle-platformer that encourages experimentation and discovery in a non-linear environment.

A short 2D pixel-style metroidvania where you explore, fight bosses, aquire items and abilities and find secrets. Inspired by games such as You Have to Win the Game and VVVVVV.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.4%, Nonlinear 22.5%, Exploration 9.7%, Platformer 9.7%, Retro 5.7%

Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Nonlinear 17.5%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Exploration 8.8%, Hand-drawn 8.4%

Hollow Floor is an exploration-based single-sitting Metroidvania inspired by VVVVVV and REDDER. Hollow Floor is a relaxed game that is full of secrets and hard challenges that can be tackled at any moment in the game or completely ignored.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Precision Platformer 25.3%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Platformer 7.1%, Exploration 5.9%

Fowl Damage is an atmospheric puzzle platformer where your default jump provides enough fall damage to destroy you! Carefully manage your jumps and falls as you adventure through this chilling, beautiful, and occasionally cute world.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 28.8%, Puzzle Platformer 21%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 11%, Puzzle 7.5%

In this 2d precision platformer with a teleportation twist, play as Ninja Ming and embark on the Path of Trials. Dash through 241 levels using dynamic teleportation and diverse ninjutsu skills. Conquer challenges with style—growing stronger at every turn.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 28.1%, Puzzle Platformer 18.7%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Platformer 8.8%, Exploration 7.1%

Can't run or jump? But with a bat, you can surpass any obstacle! Climb to the heavens, learn techniques, and discover secrets across the valley in this challenging puzzle - execution - momentum game!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 25%, Puzzle Platformer 20.3%, Logic 10%, Platformer 8.9%, Hand-drawn 8.5%

Explore a vast, interconnected dream world full of secrets and collectibles in this metroidvania adventure inspired by classic 2D platformers. Reclaim your lost memories to save Slumberland from the mysterious Oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.9%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, Exploration 10.3%, Platformer 9.3%

MotionRec is a recording puzzle action game where you progress through stages by recording and playing back your own movements.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22.1%, Puzzle Platformer 21.9%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Exploration 8.5%, Puzzle 8.4%

You are the Ball. Escape.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.5%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Puzzle Platformer 14.9%, Metroidvania 11.4%, Exploration 9.3%

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: 2D Platformer 21.3%, Precision Platformer 18.9%, Puzzle Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 9.2%, Puzzle 9.1%

You have strayed into the world of computer! ? During the exploration, you will have a series of interesting interactions with folders, garbage files, Word documents, PowerPoint documents, Excel documents, anti-virus software, blinking cursors while typing and even binary 0 and 1 in computer!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.7%, Puzzle Platformer 23.5%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 11.2%, Puzzle 9.8%

Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.9%, 2D Platformer 16.4%, Platformer 14.3%, Puzzle Platformer 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

In Hatup you'll have the mission to go through different challenges with your hat that will allow you to progress through the game's stages. Using different mechanics you will face many challenges and with different levels of difficulty.

Why similar: Metroidvania 22%, Precision Platformer 17.9%, Puzzle Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Platformer 9.8%

Monospaced Lovers is an exploration-driven platformer about closeness and distance. Journey through a metafictional, fantasy-filled land and find the truth of your fragile world before it disintegrates.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.2%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Platformer 12.4%, Exploration 11.9%

🦆 Marbles and 🐢 Checkers need your help finding their way home after being swept away in a storm. In this 90s buddy-platformer there's a ton of stuff to do and even more to collect!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 31.9%, 2D Platformer 22.2%, Platformer 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Retro 5.9%

LAPIN is a 2D precision platformer game featuring a group of brave rabbit explorers. Break through life-threatening obstacles with precise controls, and embark on an adventure filled with new encounters and stunning landscapes!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 27.8%, Puzzle Platformer 15.4%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Hand-drawn 12.6%, Platformer 10.3%

Explore unearthly ruins, solve arcane riddles and pick up your sword against the indescribable horrors that lurk amidst the forgotten depths of our world. Beware the creeping grip of madness as you uncover secrets not meant for the eyes of men!

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.1%, Puzzle Platformer 19%, Platformer 11.6%, Exploration 8.8%, 2D Platformer 7.6%

Attempt to jump to the top of the world in this short, yet difficult platforming adventure. Meet strange friends along the way and make sure not to fall!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 51.7%, 2D Platformer 24.7%, Platformer 20%, Pixel Graphics 1.4%, Adventure 0.9%

Explore an interconnected world full of platforming challenges in this short metroidvania. Reach new areas by swinging from ceilings, throwing bombs, bouncing off spikes, and more. Examine dozens of artifacts, commune with forgotten gods, and piece together what happened to Auridia.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Exploration 12.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Puzzle Platformer 10.4%, Puzzle 7.5%

Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!

Why similar: Metroidvania 57.3%, Platformer 12%, Retro 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, Action 6.6%

This is a SHORT, 2D PLATFORMER with TIGHT CONTROLS about exploring a single level to get past a bunch of TRAPS. There is an EASY mode and a HARD mode depending on your skill level.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.8%, 2D Platformer 21.7%, Platformer 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%, Retro 4.8%

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 42.6%, Puzzle Platformer 17.8%, Platformer 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Action 4.4%

-SPROUT- is a mini precision-platformer built for speed-running. Run, jump and dash your way through 100 levels across five unique lands, and restore your world to its former glory.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.6%, Puzzle Platformer 21.5%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

Explore branching levels, fight quirky bosses, and save the day in this retro platformer inspired by the classics!

Why similar: Nonlinear 23.8%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Platformer 11.7%, Exploration 10.8%, Puzzle Platformer 10.1%

Help Puzzled Cat use jetpacks, portals, bombs, gum, and more to conquer treacherous platforming stages. Play your own way using save states to explore a world full of challenges and secrets - but can you find the way through? Travel through time and space and reach enlightenment.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31%, 2D Platformer 20%, Platformer 13.7%, Puzzle 9%, 2D 6.9%

LOVE 3 is a precision platformer with minimalistic pixel graphics and tight controls. Face challenging obstacles, discover hidden secrets, and place custom checkpoints after you overcome each new danger.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 33.9%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Platformer 14.9%, Exploration 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%