- #1 IamMETEOR
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SuNRiza
Windows
Control a meteor and smash through endless waves of blocks in this fast-paced arcade brick breaker. Chase high scores as the game gets faster and more chaotic.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31.2%, Action 23.1%, Arcade 22.2%, Retro 14.9%, 2D 7%
- #2 Blockers - Advanced BreakOut
96% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: NTSOFT
Windows
Blockers is a new type of block breaking game.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 24.5%, Retro 22.7%, Arcade 21.3%, Action 20.6%, 2D 7.3%
- #3 Gravix
96% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Eugatnom Studios
Windows · Mac
Gravix is a challenging arcade game that will test your agility and puzzle-solving intuition. You must navigate an avatar that is continuously being affected by gravity that you control. Each level will introduce progressively challenging contraptions and deadly obstacles...
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.5%, Action 23.9%, Arcade 23.5%, Retro 11.9%, 2D 6.8%
- #4 Shurigatto
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Irokhan Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast, precise spin-and-dash action game. You play a ninja cat tethered to a magic shuriken, clearing short, tight levels by rotating, switching colors, and chasing perfect runs.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.4%, Action 25.7%, Arcade 23.7%, Retro 10.9%, 2D 6.1%
- #5 Deadlings: Rotten Edition
94% matchVery Positive84% of 271 reviews2014
Dev: ONE MORE LEVEL
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Arcade side-scroller with strategy elements! Four different types of zombie minions with unique abilities! 70 levels of pure zombie gore fun! Additional game mode - Nightmare - only for the hardcore gamers!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 40.3%, Arcade 25.1%, Action 22%, Adventure 7.1%, Indie 5.5%
- #6 Sluggy Jean Takes a Hike
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: The PhyzBot Group
Windows
Sluggy Jean is a game utilizing a unique puzzle-platformer style!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 38%, Action 16.6%, Retro 16.4%, Arcade 14.4%, 2D 7.6%
- #7 Super Jagger Bomb
93% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: CheapeeSoft GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
With retro-styled 3D graphics and mechanics that are easy to pick up and play but tough to master, Super Jagger Bomb offers a straightforward and rewarding gameplay experience.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 29.9%, Arcade 26.8%, Retro 21.4%, Action 18.3%, Indie 1.9%
- #8 Alienzix
92% matchMixed66% of 50 reviews2017
Dev: Xero TR-MMXZPub: Xitilon
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Oldschool 2Д-shooter of the Windows 2000 epoch, controlled by mouse. 2-player local cooperative mode with several difficulty levels.
Why similar: Action 39%, Arcade 21.8%, Retro 19.1%, Indie 9.5%, 2D 8.2%
- #9 Neon Dash Tales
90% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Badger Games
Windows
Neon Dash Tales is a balanced game between die & retry and puzzle-game. Avoid being hit by enemies and create safe place thanks to your trail to collect all the star at each level. Be careful to the different enemies behavior !
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 34.7%, Arcade 26.9%, Grid-Based Movement 26.8%, 2D 7.8%, Indie 2.3%
- #10 Starboi
89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Turtlevania Games
Windows · Mac
The cosmic horrors have kidnapped Starboi's friends! Launch across the galaxy in search of them, avoiding black holes and defeating the tentacled monsters.
Why similar: Action 33.5%, Arcade 29.7%, Retro 21.6%, 2D 10.2%, Indie 2.8%
- #11 Surface Labyrinth KURUMABU
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hiroyuki SasayamaPub: KUMAZASA
Windows · Mac
Neo-2D Action Puzzle Game !
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 40.1%, Action 30%, Retro 19%, 2D 9%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #12 Prison Run and Gun
89% matchVery Positive91% of 529 reviews2016
Dev: Quantized Bit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The recent events in a state prison, involving Jake from Team Hot Guns was a perfect moment for some prisoners to escape - you are one of them.
Why similar: Action 33.8%, Puzzle Platformer 33%, Retro 20.2%, Indie 7.6%, 2D 5.4%
- #13 Supaplex SQUARES
87% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: InArcade
Windows · Mac · Linux
In total we can say - it's a game of UNUSUAL SQUARE LEVELS!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 29.5%, Arcade 22.6%, Action 18.4%, Retro 12.4%, 2D 6.7%
- #14 SHOCK TROOPERS
86% matchVery Positive84% of 265 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 41%
“SHOCK TROOPERS ”, the fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game released exclusively on NEOGEO MVS in 1997, returns to the battlefield on Steam!Progress through the battlefield, choosing the best routes and strategy!
Why similar: Arcade 33.5%, Action 33.2%, Retro 23%, 2D 10.4%
- #15 Block Smash
88% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: RoadToIndieGameDev
Windows
Choose your powerup, ball, and paddle and face off against a variety of blocks in this game inspired by Breakout!
Why similar: Arcade 44.3%, Action 33.7%, 2D 13.9%, Indie 4.3%, Singleplayer 3.8%
- #16 MMX
85% matchMostly Positive79% of 24 reviews2019
Dev: Dnovel
Windows
Explore the mysterious dimension of MMX, spinning the whole world. Your mission is simple, send Mr. X to teleport.
Why similar: Action 29.5%, Puzzle Platformer 28.2%, Arcade 15.4%, Adventure 9.6%, Indie 7.7%
- #17 Dr.Green
86% matchMixed66% of 41 reviews2015
Dev: Johan Aronsson
Windows
Dr.Green is a 2D retro, arcade, action platformer, inspired by games like Megaman and Ninja Senki. Take control of the orphan Dr.Green, on his mission to save the forest and take revenge on the evil forces trying to destroy it.
Why similar: Action 36.2%, Puzzle Platformer 33.5%, Retro 20.9%, Indie 9.4%
- #18 LOOP LOOP ROOM
84% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: desunoyaPub: Sekai Project
Windows
This is a simple puzzle platformer game filled with a variety of gimmicks. There is no story! Do your best and gobble up the stars in each stage♪
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 44.7%, Action 25.8%, Arcade 18.3%, 2D 5.8%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #19 Montezuma's Revenge - The 40th Anniversary Edition
83% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Mission Critical StudiosPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
An unfinished ’80s classic returns, now complete and fully evolved in 2.5D style! Explore 100 tricky chambers, dodge traps and try to escape with your treasures (and your life)!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 42.8%, Retro 22.1%, Arcade 16.6%, Action 15.2%, Indie 2%
- #20 Axe & Bow Land
82% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: elcanogames
Windows
Axe & Bow Land is a retro platformer and puzzle game where brothers Axel and Bowie battle an ancient darkness in Aztec lands. With their magical weapons and unique abilities, they must overcome challenges in pixel art worlds and restore peace to their home.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 39.8%, Arcade 23.7%, Retro 12.9%, Action 12.1%, 2D 8.5%
- #21 SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad
84% matchMixed53% of 149 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 40%
“SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad”, the sequel to the NEOGEO fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game, returns to the missions on the Steam battlefield!
Why similar: Action 51.1%, Arcade 35.6%, 2D 13.3%
- #22 Between Worlds: challenging puzzles
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Novy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Manipulate the boundary by sacrificing your characters. A 2D puzzle game where logic and creativity reshape a world divided into black and white
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 42.4%, Grid-Based Movement 24%, Action 20.2%, 2D 8.3%, Indie 3.7%
- #23 Wunderling DX
79% matchVery Positive94% of 188 reviews2020
Dev: Bitwave Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Dash, jump, and fly at full speed through Wunderling DX: a non-stop puzzle platformer and the world's first "goomba simulator"! Race against the clock, beat tricky puzzles to uncover shiny secrets, and stomp the odds to please your evil overlord!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35.7%, Action 31.4%, Retro 14.5%, Adventure 10.4%, Indie 8%
- #24 WireNet
81% matchMixed67% of 33 reviews2017
Dev: Xero TR-MMXZPub: Xitilon
Windows
Minimalistic scroll-shooter with green-on-black pseudo-vector display. Rush through the isometric madness of WireNet to the NeuroCore!
Why similar: Action 39%, Arcade 21.1%, Retro 20.2%, Indie 9.5%, 2D 7.9%
- #25 Supaplex HARD
80% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: InArcade
Windows · Mac · Linux
What can we say about Supaplex HARD in plain words? It is COMPLEXITY AND SPEED!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.1%, Arcade 23.8%, Action 18.4%, Retro 12.7%, 2D 7.4%
- #26 Project MT
81% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Project MT
Windows
Survive endless waves in this fast-paced 2D space shooter. Upgrade your ship between 20-second battles, adapt to enemy behaviors, and climb the global leaderboard. Strategic, intense, and built for replayability.
Why similar: Action 33.2%, Arcade 32.5%, Retro 17.3%, 2D 11.2%, Singleplayer 3%
- #27 Spacegirl
79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Borsuk Software
Windows
Escape the homicidal space station!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35.6%, Arcade 21.3%, Action 14.4%, Grid-Based Movement 14%, Retro 6.5%
- #28 Spy Bros. (Pipi & Bibi's DX)
77% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2023
Dev: RAWRLAB Games
Windows
Those wacky gangsters are up to no good... Dodge them, plant the bombs and flee the building before it blows up!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.6%, Arcade 27.3%, Action 23.5%, Retro 11.3%, 2D 6.6%
- #29 Realm Hacker
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: KaiChih TsengPub: KAICHIH Games
Windows
Realm Hacker is a game based on cyber worlds and hackers, allowing you to manipulate characters while building blocks, while using dexterous movement to pass the game level.
Why similar: Action 40.1%, Puzzle Platformer 21.2%, Arcade 11.6%, Retro 11.2%, Indie 10.1%
- #30 Dark the Dead
76% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: FadyGames
Windows
Dark the Dead is an exciting game where you take on the role of a hidden wanderer who goes to meet an elder to receive a new task. The elder's magic coins were stolen, and your main goal is to return them.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 29.1%, Arcade 27.9%, Action 27.6%, Adventure 7.2%, 2D 6.6%
- #31 Booobjz
77% matchMostly Positive70% of 30 reviews2021
Dev: FreeAnimals_SoftwarePub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
You have to solve puzzles and switch gravity.
Why similar: Action 25.4%, Puzzle Platformer 25.1%, Arcade 13.7%, Retro 13.3%, Adventure 8.3%
- #32 Korvae in space
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: David J Ozsvath
Windows
Solve puzzles and shoot enemies in this fun little indie game.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 50.8%, Action 39.2%, Indie 9.9%
- #33 Smooth Mover
76% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: BlurryBit
Windows · Mac
Move smoothly through a series of rage-inducing levels!
Why similar: Action 41%, Arcade 36.2%, 2D 12.5%, Indie 10.3%
- #34 Jack the Nipper II (C64/CPC/Spectrum)
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Gremlin GraphicsPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this cheeky platformer sequel from 1987, jump, climb, swing and toddle through the jungle, picking up useful items and dodging fearsome enemies, all in an attempt to be as naughty as possible! Contains the Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35.8%, Retro 23.2%, Arcade 19.1%, Action 14.8%, 2D 6.2%
- #35 The Land of Eyas
75% matchVery Positive86% of 69 reviews2016
Dev: Happy Square ProductionsPub: Rising Star Games
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Lost with no memory of where he is or how he got there, lead Eyas – a boy in a cat suit – on a quest to get home. But how do you know which way to go when you can’t tell which is up and which is down?
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 47.9%, Action 41.3%, Indie 10.8%
- #36 Flags of Doom REVAMPED
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Michael DeGrootPub: Duckbill ProDucktions
Windows
Can you save Planet Happyville from the Evil Space Fish? Probably not... but maybe it's worth a try.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31.4%, Arcade 25.8%, Action 25.1%, Retro 8%, 2D 6.4%
- #37 Scribble Ships
74% matchPositive92% of 36 reviews2017
Dev: Slothzilla GamesPub: (none)
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Scribble Ships is a 2D top-down arcade shooter that tosses the player into a world of color and chaos. With a range of ships to choose from, the player is tasked with coloring the monochromatic enemies that are trying to take your color away.
Why similar: Action 49.9%, Arcade 43.8%, Indie 6.3%
- #38 PuzzGun
73% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2018
Dev: Aleksi RajamäkiPub: Codera
Windows
PuzzGun is a retro styled puzzle solving platformer where the player needs to make their way through 63 brainteasingly hilarious stages spread across three different worlds.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 43.4%, Retro 21.4%, Action 15%, 2D 9.9%, Indie 7%
- #39 CounterBlocks
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Acerola Software
Windows · Mac
CounterBlocks is an arcade-like rebellious block-breaking game that combines simple block-breaking and non-simple counter bullets.
Why similar: Action 31.3%, Arcade 30.5%, Retro 23.3%, 2D 10.3%, Indie 2.6%
- #40 Calvice Survival
71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Alejandro CalvoPub: Antonio Valverde
Windows
Calvice Survival is a 2D platform game in which at each level you will have to face numerous traps to recover the hair growth potions and thus save Trenzania.
Why similar: Action 25.1%, Puzzle Platformer 24.5%, Arcade 24.1%, Retro 10.1%, Adventure 7.7%
- #41 NAMCO MUSEUM ARCHIVES Vol 2
71% matchVery Positive85% of 137 reviews2020
Dev: M2 Co.,LTDPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Take a trip down memory lane and relive the magical times of the 8-Bit era with a collection of Namco’s hits and long-lost treasures in Namco Museum Archives Volume 2.
Why similar: Arcade 36.5%, Action 33%, Retro 27.7%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #42 Reverse x Reverse
72% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2015
Dev: desunoyaPub: Sekai Project
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Reverse x Reverse is the latest game from Desunoya, creator of Tobari and the Night of the Curious Moon. This game is a cute & quirky challenging puzzle platformer, where you control two girls, Code and Rithm, as they traverse a virtual world and complete 81 brain-bending levels.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 47.1%, Action 34.3%, Indie 8.2%, 2D 8.1%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #43 Gumstein: The Awakening
72% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2019
Dev: PAIN Games
Windows
Solve puzzles and evade hazards using several interesting abilities such as sticking to walls, splitting, and launching your other half through multiple levels on your quest to find Ruby
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 45.3%, Action 43.7%, Indie 11%
- #44 Charon's Crossing
70% match7 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: Bryce Hilyard
Windows
A mythological arcade-style game where you navigate Charon through the rivers of the Underworld. Dodge obstacles, confront adversaries, and strategize with Hermes' power-ups. Delve into a pixel-art world inspired by ancient legends.
Why similar: Arcade 26.3%, Grid-Based Movement 25.5%, Retro 20.4%, Action 18.8%, 2D 3.9%
- #45 Pirate Pop™
71% matchMixed64% of 159 reviews2016
Dev: Dadako
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
You awaken on a strange island sometime in the afternoon. Half your face is sunburnt and seagulls stole your lunch. Enough about you. This is about Pete Jr! The tiny pirate! He looks up to see bubbles, tons of them! What's causing these bubbles to appear? Who is behind this awful mischief?
Why similar: Arcade 33.9%, Action 30.6%, Retro 27.7%, Indie 7.7%
- #46 Atomorf
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 27 reviews2019
Dev: DnovelPub: My Way Games
Windows
Atomorf loves radiation and collects plutonium, but is afraid of very hot and sharp objects.
Why similar: Action 25.9%, Puzzle Platformer 24.8%, Arcade 14.9%, Retro 11.9%, Adventure 8.5%
- #47 SEEP Universe
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 96 reviews2015
Dev: SEEP
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Kick butt in this retro 2D action-platformer! SEEP Universe is an indie game for PC inspired by the 8-16 bit era!
Why similar: Action 24.9%, Puzzle Platformer 22.4%, Retro 16.1%, Arcade 14.7%, Adventure 8.4%
- #48 Castle Clamber
69% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: Trederia
Windows · Mac
Castle Clamber is an arcade action platformer for one or two players inspired by games of the 80s and 90s.
Why similar: Action 42.3%, Retro 23.7%, Arcade 22.9%, Indie 11%
- #49 Atomorf2
68% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2019
Dev: DnovelPub: My Way Games
Windows
This is a high-speed platformer with rotation and jumping. Explore the mysterious world with your friend Atomorf!
Why similar: Action 27%, Puzzle Platformer 23.7%, Arcade 14.1%, Retro 12.4%, Adventure 8.8%
- #50 Ultra Break
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Autotelic Games
Windows
Ultra Break is a modern take on the classic brick-breaker genre which merges classic, fast-paced gameplay with new mechanics and tight controls.
Why similar: Arcade 33.8%, Retro 25.9%, Action 25.7%, 2D 9.4%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #51 CaptainMarlene
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 21 reviews2019
Dev: DnovelPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
In the game CaptainMarlene, you control the spacecraft shortening the danger.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.3%, Arcade 19.9%, Retro 16%, Action 11.3%, Adventure 10.3%
- #52 Cloud Bashers DX
66% matchPositive89% of 38 reviews2021
Dev: Shattered Journal Games
Windows · Mac
So, you wanna bash some clouds huh? Go through 10 worlds each with different cloud types and a boss that's out to take you down. Bash them all with your trusty bat and take back the skies!
Why similar: Arcade 45%, Action 33.4%, 2D 14.9%, Singleplayer 3.4%, Indie 3.3%
- #53 Walhall
68% matchMixed53% of 40 reviews2018
Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 31%
In this game you have to defeat just a single boss! Who knows though, perhaps it's not that simple?
Why similar: Action 48.3%, Arcade 29.4%, 2D 11%, Indie 8%, Singleplayer 3.3%
- #54 Bomber Royale
65% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: R.H. Industries
Windows
A retro arcade experience.
Why similar: Action 34.9%, Arcade 32.2%, Retro 19.1%, 2D 10.8%, Indie 3.1%
- #55 Ah Diddums
66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic ZX Spectrum game from 1983, take on the role of the loyal Teddy, trying to leave the toybox to comfort a crying baby. But watch out! The other toys, scared that the baby being comforted will lead to mother turning out the lights, will try to stop you!
Why similar: Arcade 42.6%, Retro 24%, Action 23.9%, 2D 7.4%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #56 Luna
67% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Lushboy Studios
Windows · Mac
Luna is a physics-based, gravity-twisting, 2D platforming mind-bender.
Why similar: Action 46.9%, Puzzle Platformer 41.2%, Indie 11.9%
- #57 The Amazing Adventures of Lady Fanny Featherstone
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: JimJams Games
Windows
Join the Lady Fanny Featherstone on her amazing adventures as she explores a lost island in this retro inspired puzzle platformer.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 36.7%, Action 28.3%, Retro 19.2%, Adventure 8.6%, Indie 7.2%
- #58 BoxesWithGuns
70% matchMostly Negative21% of 82 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Christof
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 23%
BoxesWithGuns is a 2D neon vertex endless shooter game. Try to survive as long as possible by avoiding collisions with the enemies that spawn. One game equals the length of the background music track playing. Collect dollars and customize your spaceship by adding new boxes and weapons.
Why similar: Action 49.4%, Arcade 37.7%, Indie 8.8%, Singleplayer 4.1%