Games Like Mighty Switch Force! Collection

Enter the mechanical shape-shifting, dimension switching world of the award winning, high octane action-puzzle-platformer Mighty Switch Force! Hyper Drive Edition, and blow crime away.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36%, Female Protagonist 21.6%, Puzzle Platformer 21.1%, Action 12.7%, Indie 7%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive high-definition version of the core gameplay experience found in the collection.

As Academy Cadet Patricia Wagon, grab your pellet gun and take on brain-twisting puzzles so massive they span the entire screen! 20 all new puzzles and some twisted classics stages, all with a hectic cooperative couch-play option for up to 4 players to keep you and your fellow trainees in stitches!

Why similar: Strategy 43.8%, Action 34%, Indie 22.2%

Why You'll Like It: It expands the series' core puzzle-platforming mechanics into a larger, multi-screen arena format.

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: Female Protagonist 34.8%, Puzzle Platformer 31.5%, Action 17.1%, Indie 11.4%, 2D 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers the same high-speed, momentum-based platforming and vibrant pixel art style as the seed game.

Team up with Officer Patricia Wagon to save Tangent City from a fiery blaze! As a member of Planet Land’s Fire Brigade, your job is to douse the fire in each building — and to evacuate any Hooligan Sisters who may be trapped inside.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 32.7%, Strategy 30.8%, Action 21.8%, Indie 14.7%

Why You'll Like It: A spin-off that focuses heavily on the puzzle-solving aspects of the series with a charming, bite-sized format.

Swing, climb, grab, and throw in this action platformer where you can grapple anywhere! Using Rena's magic bracelets, hook onto any surface to swing wherever you like, or grab your foes to send them hurtling into each other!

Why similar: Action 42.6%, Female Protagonist 26.6%, Indie 26.1%, 2D 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features physics-based platforming and a colorful, upbeat aesthetic that feels right at home with the seed game.

Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 44%, Female Protagonist 25.6%, Action 15.3%, Indie 8.9%, 2D 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-platformer that shares the same energetic spirit and focus on female protagonists.

Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.2%, Female Protagonist 32.1%, Action 16.3%, Indie 9.2%, 2D 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same studio, it features the same signature charm, humor, and polished platforming mechanics.

Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 39.2%, Great Soundtrack 35.3%, Action 14%, Indie 6.6%, 2D 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic entry in the series that perfectly balances exploration with tight 2D platforming action.

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: Female Protagonist 26.9%, Puzzle Platformer 20.8%, Great Soundtrack 20.7%, Action 15.7%, Indie 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines intricate puzzle-solving with action-platforming and a strong, character-driven narrative.

Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection brings together six classic titles in one game: Mega Man Zero 1, 2, 3 and 4, as well as Mega Man ZX and ZX Advent. The collection also features Z-Chaser, an exclusive new mode created just for this set of games.

Why similar: Action 53.8%, Great Soundtrack 36.7%, 2D 5.6%, Female Protagonist 4%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for 2D action-platformers, providing the challenging combat and tight movement the seed game fans love.

Take control of a nimble janitor to rid the world of dust and debris.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 67.2%, Indie 14.4%, Action 12.4%, 2D 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the rhythm and precision of movement, rewarding players for mastering complex platforming sequences.

20XX is a roguelike action platformer that you can play with a friend. Jump and shoot your way through ever-changing levels, collect awesome new powers, and battle mighty bosses in the name of saving the human race maybe!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 34.3%, Female Protagonist 24.8%, Action 23.2%, Indie 10.3%, 2D 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the high-intensity action and tight controls expected of a modern 2D platformer.

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.

Why similar: Action 39%, Great Soundtrack 35.4%, Indie 16.7%, 2D 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-platformer that emphasizes precise movement and unique combat mechanics.

Boki can copy the special abilities of any foe and then combine up to 3 of them into a unique super-weapon! Blast through hordes of evil robots in cyberspace, while training to become a superhero!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30.1%, Action 25.9%, Female Protagonist 18.5%, Indie 14.6%, Puzzle Platformer 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, fast-paced action-platformer with a female lead and a deep, rewarding combat system.

In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

Why similar: Action 30.6%, Great Soundtrack 24.3%, Indie 17.4%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, 2D 11%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action-platformer that delivers intense, fast-paced combat in a 2D environment.

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: Great Soundtrack 64.6%, Action 13.7%, Indie 13.2%, 2D 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in pixel-art platforming with a legendary soundtrack and tight, responsive controls.

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: Action 65.2%, Indie 34.8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-style action platformer that shares the same developer DNA and focus on tight, arcade-style gameplay.

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

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 65.5%, Indie 17.5%, Action 9.8%, 2D 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Like the seed game, it relies on a single core mechanic—gravity switching—to create challenging and rewarding puzzles.

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: Female Protagonist 25.8%, Great Soundtrack 25.6%, Action 24.1%, Indie 16.1%, 2D 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: An excellent puzzle-platformer that emphasizes exploration and clever use of tools to navigate the environment.

Take on wild beasts, ruthless soldiers, and ancient gods in this 2D Action-Platformer inspired by Tower-Defense combat.

Why similar: Strategy 32.7%, Action 25.9%, Indie 16%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, Female Protagonist 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Blends platforming with tower-defense and puzzle elements, requiring players to switch characters to solve environmental challenges.

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: Great Soundtrack 48.1%, Female Protagonist 20.3%, Puzzle Platformer 12.4%, Indie 10.4%, Action 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging precision platformer that features a strong narrative and a female lead, focusing on mastering movement.

There's trouble once again in River City, and this time only the girls can save the day! Using a variety of attacks, weapons, and items, these hot-blooded heroines are ready to teach the city’s lowlifes a lesson - either solo or in 2-player co-op! It’s an old-school rumble for a new generation!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.9%, Female Protagonist 34.2%, Action 22.9%, 2D 4.6%, Indie 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant beat-em-up with a great soundtrack and strong female leads that captures a similar energetic vibe.

Become more than human and save mankind from total annihilation! From legendary developer Game Freak comes an action adventure like no other - manipulate the world around you and smash the evil Ajeet to smithereens!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 35.9%, Puzzle Platformer 32.6%, Action 25.3%, 2D 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-puzzle platformer that utilizes unique physics-based mechanics to solve environmental obstacles.

Explore alternate dimensions, fight interdimensional criminals, and solve crimes in this thrilling action platformer!

Why similar: Action 36.1%, Indie 21.7%, Puzzle Platformer 18.6%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, 2D 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a grappling hook mechanic that adds a layer of puzzle-solving to its fast-paced platforming action.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 59.6%, Action 17.8%, Indie 12.9%, 2D 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality action-platformer with a stellar soundtrack and fluid movement that feels incredibly satisfying.

Be Jack! Get an axe! Take Jack (and her sisters) on an axe tossing, single or multiplayer, platforming adventure in a vibrant open world inspired by Filipino and Norse mythology.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 48.1%, Female Protagonist 34.4%, Action 17.5%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer featuring a female protagonist and unique movement mechanics that reward creative thinking.

From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 41.8%, Action 35.9%, Indie 18.9%, 2D 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy game that emphasizes co-op play and character-specific abilities to overcome challenges.

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

Why similar: Action 50.6%, Female Protagonist 30.3%, Indie 10.8%, 2D 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer that emphasizes exploration and classic mechanics, perfect for fans of the genre.

UFO 50 is a collection of 50 single and multiplayer games that span a variety of genres, from platformers and shoot 'em ups to puzzle games, roguelites, and RPGs. Our goal is to combine a familiar 8-bit aesthetic with new ideas and modern game design.

Why similar: Strategy 26.5%, Action 23.8%, Indie 21.2%, Great Soundtrack 20%, 2D 8.5%

C&F Inc. teleporters are going offline all over the place, and it's up to an intrepid frog employee to fix the situation.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39.2%, Action 31%, Indie 16%, 2D 13.8%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, fast-paced action-platformer with a distinct pixel art style and polished mechanics.

The ultimate edition of Shantae: Half-Genie Hero comes with all of the previously released DLC, Modes, and Costumes in one epic collection! Includes an exclusive Blue Bathing Suit for use in Beach Mode!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.8%, Great Soundtrack 30.7%, Action 16.1%, Indie 12.4%, 2D 4%

Shantae is back in an all-new tropical adventure! In her fifth outing, the Half-Genie hero gains new Fusion Magic abilities to explore a vast sunken city, makes new Half-Genie friends, and battles the Seven Sirens in her biggest, most thrilling quest yet!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 51%, Great Soundtrack 30.5%, Action 6.7%, Indie 5.9%, 2D 5.8%

Maiden Cops is a Beat'em Up full of classic, arcade-style action and ass kicking. Choose among the gorgeous Maiden Cops policewomen, tackle crime in Maiden City and enjoy premium-level pixel art and a breathtaking soundtrack.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 56%, Action 31.7%, 2D 12.3%

Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.

Why similar: Action 47.6%, Indie 34.3%, 2D 18%

Why You'll Like It: A tight action-platformer that focuses on exploration and satisfying boss encounters in a compact world.

Mega Man X Legacy Collection includes the legendary 16-bit titles and the series’ exciting foray into the 32-bit era: Mega Man X, Mega Man X2, Mega Man X3, and Mega Man X4. Test your skills in the new X Challenge mode, which pits players against two deadly bosses at once.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 49.9%, Action 42.3%, 2D 7.8%

Complete the exciting Mega Man X saga with four action-packed titles! This collection showcases the evolution of the series with Mega Man X5, Mega Man X6, Mega Man X7, and Mega Man X8. Test your skills in the new X Challenge mode, which pits players against two deadly bosses at once.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 49.9%, Action 40.5%, 2D 9.5%

The original Rubbering Action game comes to Steam! Play as Umihara Kawase, an adventurer traveling through a world in search of ingredients. Hook the lure at the end of her stretchy rubber rope onto ceilings and walls to swing and leap through the stages. Quick reflexes and clever thinking are key!

Why similar: Action 44.2%, Female Protagonist 34.8%, Indie 21%

The ultimate version of the 3D Platformer with attitude! Join Beebz on three seperate adventures to ultimately claim the Demon Queen title! Jump, spin and punch your way across the turfs with this Expressive Platformer!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 77.3%, Indie 22.7%

Wild Guns Reloaded is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter, mixing the Wild West with steampunk. Play as Clint, Annie, Doris, or Bullet the dog with his sentry drone. Grab some friends and play together for some four player action!

Why similar: Action 48.1%, Great Soundtrack 46.4%, 2D 5.4%

Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 46.1%, Action 27.7%, Indie 15.3%, 2D 10.8%

Join Kunio, Riki, Misako, and Kyoko for bone-crunching, 16-bit, co-op beat-'em-up action - newly translated and released outside of Japan after 28 years! The original 1994 graphics, soundtrack, and gameplay are augmented with new motion-comic cutscenes, a new animated intro, and new music!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 78%, 2D 22%

Defy Gravity is an action platformer that is a mix between classic platforming and gravity based puzzle solving.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 58.1%, Great Soundtrack 14.4%, Indie 9%, Female Protagonist 7.7%, Action 7.1%

A Hat in Time is a cute-as-heck 3D platformer featuring a little girl who stitches hats for wicked powers! Freely explore giant worlds and recover Time Pieces to travel to new heights!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 54.4%, Female Protagonist 29.2%, Indie 10.1%, Action 6.3%

Fairune Collection includes four games in one package – Fairune, Fairune 2, Fairune Origin and Fairune Blast!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 66.3%, Indie 19.9%, 2D 13.8%

Mighty No. 9 is a 2D Side-scrolling Action game that takes the best elements from 8 and 16-bit classics that you know and love and transforms them with modern tech, fresh mechanics, and fan input into something fresh and amazing!

Why similar: Action 69.4%, Great Soundtrack 17.4%, Indie 10.2%, 2D 3%

You got a problem? Yo, she’ll splode it. At the Big Science after-party celebrating the capture of Splosion Man, a spill of champagne shorts out the safety protocols on the splosionatrix and from it emerges Ms. Splosion Man. The latest creation from Twisted Pixel Games, the creators of Splosion Man, The Maw, and Comic Jumper, Ms.

Why similar: Action 41%, Female Protagonist 35.4%, Indie 23.6%

Two puzzle game juggernauts collide as global phenomenon Tetris® and SEGA’s famous Puyo Puyo™ combine in a super mash-up of ferocious competition, adorable looks, and addictive puzzle fun!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 47.2%, Action 29.6%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, 2D 6.3%

Momodora III is a classic action platform game with a variety of items and secrets. It's the third installment of the Momodora series, although playing the previous titles is not necessary to enjoy the game!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 36.6%, Action 24.9%, Indie 16.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, 2D 8.1%

Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 37.3%, Great Soundtrack 31.1%, Indie 22.7%, 2D 8.8%

Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39.2%, Action 31.9%, Indie 17.8%, 2D 11%

Embark on an all-new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. After losing her magic, Shantae teams up with the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from a curse.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.8%, Female Protagonist 33.6%, Action 12.1%, Indie 6.7%, 2D 5.8%

Fast paced platforming action, cooperative gameplay up to 4 players, an elite squad of agents with amazing skills, space travels, exploration, unique missions, fancy characters, incredible fights with huge bosses, trade, minigames and much more!

Why similar: Action 62.5%, Indie 37.5%

Say hello to a fantasy themed action arcade brick breaker! Featuring cute characters, silly humor, powerful magic, crazy bosses, and even local 2 player co-op mode!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 57.6%, Action 28.7%, 2D 13.6%

Retro Game Crunch is a series of 7 games, full of the charm and challenge of the 8-bit generation. Each world feels like an authentic NES classic. A massive genre-spanning collection.

Why similar: Action 35.7%, Great Soundtrack 32.9%, Indie 23.4%, 2D 8%

Bounce, vault, and fight your way through a whimsical world with the help of your loyal companion. Eat snacks, collect artifacts, and travel the world to stop Bonnie and her boney band of troublemakers!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 56.1%, Action 32%, 2D 11.9%

Cally’s Caves 4 is a run-and-gun action game, with tons of powerups, weapons, and levels. When your friend needs your help, there’s only one thing to do: LEVEL UP EVERYTHING!

Why similar: Action 58.3%, Female Protagonist 32.9%, 2D 8.8%

Jog! Jump! Switch! Coordinate the crazy conga line of alien athletes in this autorunner / puzzle platformer for 1-4 players.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.6%, Puzzle Platformer 31.1%, Action 19.7%, Indie 12.6%, 2D 5.1%

Use your trusty Mekabolt device to manipulate robots, solve a variety of puzzling levels and obtain batteries to fix the robots!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 45.2%, Female Protagonist 31%, Action 16.5%, 2D 7.3%

Take on the role of a young rescue officer starting her career. Armed with a trusty axe and high-pressure fire hose that also acts like a jetpack, Firegirl responds to emergency calls across the city. Can Firegirl save all the trapped civilians caught in each blaze?

Why similar: Female Protagonist 45.6%, Action 28.4%, Indie 17.9%, 2D 8%