- #1 Montaro
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,209 reviews2016
Dev: JCKSLAPPub: 02GAMES
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 27.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Montaro is a DOGE.
Why similar: Memes 42%, Dogs 19.5% ★, Cute 10.4%, Anime 9.5%, Runner 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: This is the original title that established the core meme-heavy, dog-running gameplay loop found in the RE version.
- #2 DORONKO WANKO
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,379 reviews2024
Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 33%
『DORONKO WANKO』 is a DORONKO Action Game. In this game, You can become a cute, innocent Pomeranian, make your master's home messy and dirty. "Will the master be angry with me?" Don't worry. Because you are a sweet doggie.
Why similar: Dogs 86% ★, Cute 8.6%, Casual 5%, Funny 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: A highly charming and relaxing game where you play as a cute dog causing mischief, mirroring the lighthearted tone of the seed game.
- #3 Turbo Pug DX
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,843 reviews2016
Dev: SnowFlamePub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Turbo Pug is back and better than ever! In Turbo Pug DX you'll explore a variety of beautiful, passionately crafted environments. Collect treasures, score boosters, unlock other creatures to play as. Unlock secret mini games. Create custom level skins or enjoy skins created by other players.
Why similar: Indie 59.7%, Dogs 16.4% ★, Runner 10.2%, Cute 5.4%, Casual 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: This runner features similar pixel-art aesthetics and fast-paced, casual gameplay centered around a dog protagonist.
- #4 Turbo Pug
95% matchVery Positive90% of 3,366 reviews2015
Dev: Space Cat StudiosPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
It's time to unleash your inner pug! Turbo Pug is a casual runner with difficult, random, procedurally generated levels. Enjoy random weather and try to avoid getting zapped by lightning. Unlock new costumes for your pug and new characters to play as. Please try not to squish your pug!
Why similar: Indie 39.2%, Runner 17.1%, Casual 10.3%, Memes 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: The predecessor to the DX version, offering the same simple, addictive runner mechanics that fans of Montaro RE will enjoy.
- #5 Russian Subway Dogs
94% matchVery Positive97% of 276 reviews2018
Dev: Spooky Squid Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%
A fast-paced arcade game inspired by the real-life stray dogs of the Moscow metro. Compete in online leaderboards and progress through a challenging campaign while unlocking guest critters from your fave games! Juggle vodka, bark fire, cook bears, and more! Can you steal enough food to survive?
Why similar: Dogs 53.6% ★, Memes 20.8%, Cute 10.2%, Side Scroller 3.7%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style game featuring dogs that captures the same chaotic, score-attack energy as the seed game.
- #6 Dogs Organized Neatly
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,498 reviews2021
Dev: DU&I
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
In this 2D puzzle game you have the responsibility to arrange lovely doggos in a way that fits the grid. Dogs Organized Neatly comes with 80 brand-new hand-crafted levels and a whole bunch of dogs in all shapes and sizes.
Why similar: Dogs 69.5% ★, Memes 14.5%, Cute 6.3%, Casual 4.9%, 2D 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: While a puzzle game, it shares the wholesome, dog-centric theme and cozy atmosphere that appeals to the same audience.
- #7 Grapple Dog
93% matchVery Positive85% of 931 reviews2022
Dev: Medallion GamesPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Jump, Swing and Zip your way through colourful worlds and exciting challenges in this unique 2D action-platformer! Master the power of the Grapple on your adventure to save the world!
Why similar: Dogs 57.7% ★, Cute 14.6%, Platformer 6.8%, Pixel Graphics 5%, 2D 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: A high-quality 2D platformer that features a lovable dog protagonist and tight, satisfying movement mechanics.
- #8 Nyan Cat: Lost In Space
92% matchVery Positive93% of 2,039 reviews2015
Dev: isTom Games Kft.
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Play with the most celebrated flying cat in human history. Drink milk, eat ice-cream, collect coins, buy gorgeous boosts, fly like a superhero (sorry... supercat), jump onto platforms made of cake, avoid angry dogs, and discover the infinite space.
Why similar: Memes 63.5%, Cute 10.7%, Casual 6.4%, Platformer 5.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic meme-based runner that shares the same internet-culture roots and simple, repetitive gameplay loop.
- #9 ProtoCorgi
91% matchVery Positive90% of 174 reviews2023
Dev: Kemono GamesPub: Ravenscourt
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Get ready to Bark’em Up! Play as Bullet, a C³ class (Cute Cybernetic Corgi) pup on his quest to save his owner, a brilliant scientist kidnapped by an alien race that wants to rule the galaxy. ProtoCorgi is a retro pixel art shoot’em up with a strong arcade feel!
Why similar: Dogs 58.7% ★, Anime 14.6%, Cute 11.7%, Side Scroller 4.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, dog-themed shoot-'em-up that maintains the cute, pixel-art aesthetic and fast-paced action of the seed game.
- #10 Puppy Cross
91% matchVery Positive96% of 299 reviews2020
Dev: DIMANCHE CORP.
Windows
Nonograms and cute dogs, welcome to Puppy Cross!
Why similar: Dogs 58.4% ★, Casual 13.2%, Cute 12.1%, Indie 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dog-themed puzzle game that provides a relaxing, casual experience for those who enjoy the cute aesthetic of the seed game.
- #11 Balthazar's Dream
90% matchVery Positive88% of 114 reviews2017
Dev: Psilocybe Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Visit a wonderfully peculiar dog's dream in a heroic attempt to save your owner in this beautiful pixel art puzzle platformer.
Why similar: Dogs 53.2% ★, Cute 10.1%, Indie 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Side Scroller 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A heartfelt puzzle-platformer where you play as a dog, offering a more narrative-driven experience with similar themes.
- #12 Mimpi Dreams
89% matchVery Positive94% of 1,336 reviews2016
Dev: Dreadlocks Mobile
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Help Mimpi save his friends by peeing on everything in his path in this sequel! No seriously, you save Mimpi’s progress by peeing on checkpoints in this game. Platform through six different worlds of puzzling dreams in this dog adventure. Chill in this trippy, casual illustration come alive.
Why similar: Dogs 55.1% ★, Cute 14.6%, Indie 6.2%, Platformer 6%, Side Scroller 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A beautifully illustrated adventure game featuring a dog protagonist that focuses on charm and light puzzle-platforming.
- #13 Corgi Warlock
89% matchVery Positive81% of 402 reviews2015
Dev: Xander's Corgi Arcade
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Corgi Warlock is a 1-4 player side-scrolling fantasy action game, where one brave Corgi will take on the Skeleton Bunny King's army! Against the power of Narwhals, Fencing Bears, and Crazed Unicorns, it takes more than your average Corgi to survive the King's onslaught... it takes a CORGI WARLOCK.
Why similar: Dogs 58.6% ★, Cute 10.1%, Side Scroller 7.5%, Indie 5.8%, Platformer 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dog-themed platformer that leans into the cute, indie aesthetic while providing more structured action-adventure gameplay.
- #14 PewDiePie: Legend of the Brofist
88% matchVery Positive90% of 1,677 reviews2015
Dev: Outerminds Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Join your favorite YouTubers on an Epic Quest in PewDiePie: Legend of the Brofist.
Why similar: Memes 71.7%, Dogs 14.6% ★, Casual 2.9%, Pixel Graphics 2.8%, Platformer 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: A meme-heavy platformer that captures the same internet-culture humor and 2D pixel-art style as Montaro RE.
- #15 Super Catboy
86% matchMostly Positive77% of 386 reviews2023
Dev: PixelpogoPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Super Catboy is an action-packed platformer created in a high-bit pixel art style, combining the best elements of the golden 16-bit platformer era of the 90s with some ‘pawsome’ new mechanics! And let’s not forget; there’s plenty of CAT CONTENT!
Why similar: Dogs 65.5% ★, Cute 9.4%, Side Scroller 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%, Indie 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Despite the name, this action-adventure game features dogs and cats with a retro pixel-art style that fits the seed game's vibe.
- #16 Domestic Dog
87% matchVery Positive81% of 493 reviews2015
Dev: SD
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Have you ever wanted to be a dog? Well now you can, kinda...
Why similar: Dogs 51.3% ★, Memes 27.4%, Cute 9.8%, Casual 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A simulation game that lets you experience life as a dog, offering a different but thematically similar perspective.
- #17 Zueirama
86% matchVery Positive94% of 1,554 reviews2019
Dev: Memes Games
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Zueirama is a fun action adventure game packed with references to memes. Inspired by the games of the 90s, with cartoon characters that reflect the essence and Brazilian swinging like you have never seen.
Why similar: Memes 58.9%, Casual 11.9%, Indie 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Platformer 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A game heavily inspired by internet memes and Brazilian humor, matching the chaotic and funny tone of the seed game.
- #18 Dog Clicker
85% matchMixed49% of 86 reviews2022
Dev: Altozose
Windows
Welcome to the world of Dogtopia! Here in Dogtopia, dogs are your greatest companion! They often like to play around, bark at inanimate objects, and fetch stuff! They also seem to have a keen eye for shiny things!
Why similar: Dogs 78.8% ★, Casual 10.8%, Indie 7.8%, 2D 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: A simple, casual clicker game that focuses entirely on the dog theme, perfect for fans of low-stakes, cute experiences.
- #19 Running Through Russia
84% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,467 reviews2017
Dev: Spell Helix
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Running Through Russia - funny runner with a bunch of memes about Russia and russian people.
Why similar: Memes 67.8%, Casual 14.3%, Indie 9.5%, Platformer 5.2%, 2D 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: A meme-inspired runner that shares the same casual, indie, and slightly absurd humor as the seed game.
- #20 This Is Fine: Maximum Cope
81% matchMostly Positive71% of 84 reviews2026
Dev: Hero ConceptPub: Numskull Games
Windows
The world-famous meme becomes a metroidvania of mental mayhem. Play as Question Hound and explore a collapsing theme park shaped by your everyday worries. Jump, fight, and caffeinate your way through surreal worlds. Everything is fine... probably.
Why similar: Dogs 57.4% ★, Memes 34.3%, Platformer 5%, Indie 2.5%, 2D 0.8%
- #21 Cyber-doge 2077: Meme runner
82% matchVery Positive95% of 183 reviews2020
Dev: Take Toad
Windows
Furious 3D runner about a pumped-up dog. Run as far as possible! Collect coins! Set new records and enjoy a great soundtrack.
Why similar: Dogs 50.4% ★, Memes 23.9%, Runner 11%, Casual 4.9%, Cute 4.7%
- #22 Summer Sale
84% matchMixed59% of 926 reviews2016
Dev: Ductape studio
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 109.5 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Experience Winter Sale without losing money.
Why similar: Memes 90.6%, Casual 5.1%, Indie 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A simulation game that leans into meme culture and the absurdity of Steam sales, matching the humorous tone of the seed game.
- #23 Turbo Pug 3D
83% matchMixed69% of 400 reviews2016
Dev: Wulo GamesPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Turbo Pug is back! And this time, he's three dimensional! Join Turbo Pug and friends, sprint your way through a randomly generated voxel world with scaling difficulty. Turbo Pug 3D - Fast paced, casual fun.
Why similar: Casual 41.9%, Runner 19%, Cute 15.6%, Indie 10%, Side Scroller 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A 3D iteration of the Turbo Pug series that maintains the casual, indie, and dog-focused spirit of the original games.
- #24 Doge Simulator
82% matchNo user reviews2030
Dev: VD Games
Windows
Doge wants to destroy! Doge wants this whole damn city to be destroyed! Smash the shops, cafes and even the damn palm trees! In our game you play as Doge, and you have to destroy, smash and break!
Why similar: Memes 75.7%, Cute 18%, Indie 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A game that explicitly leans into the Doge meme, offering a sandbox experience for fans of the seed game's primary inspiration.
- #25 The Cat Games
81% matchVery Positive89% of 1,010 reviews2017
Dev: M. HankaPub: Liu Lidan
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Do you like cats? Then this is the purrfect game for you!
Why similar: Memes 33.7%, Cute 19.8%, Runner 19.1%, Casual 11.7%, Indie 6.7%
- #26 Poodle Clicker
80% matchMostly Positive75% of 75 reviews2024
Dev: Soyhan Yazgan
Windows · Linux
Free to Play Poodle Clicker is a game full of stylish Poodles and original Music, mostly melodic metal songs, but there are more!
Why similar: Dogs 58.8% ★, Memes 23%, Cute 10.5%, Funny 3.4%, Casual 2.1%
- #27 Dog of Wisdom
78% matchVery Positive84% of 76 reviews2026
Dev: Joe Gran
Windows
Dog of Wisdom is a 2D action platformer where you play as Pepper the dachshund. Fly around barking at nothing and sample the galaxy's best foods, all while attaining the knowledge to be good. Get the foods and the wisdom and the hat and the galaxy.
Why similar: Dogs 57.3% ★, Cute 13.8%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Casual 9.2%, Funny 5%
- #28 2D Dawg 2
79% matchVery Positive90% of 250 reviews2023
Dev: Тот Самый
Windows
Продолжение, которое никто не ждал и не просил! Встречайте - 2D Dawg 2! Ну если кто не понял, это типа сиквел той самой первой новеллы, где Макс с Тайхеем вместе... спит.
Why similar: Dogs 58.3% ★, Memes 20.4%, Cute 6.7%, Casual 5.3%, Side Scroller 4.4%
- #29 Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines
77% matchVery Positive96% of 254 reviews2024
Dev: Medallion GamesPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Swing, jump, and blast through dimensions in the follow-up to the critically-acclaimed 2D action-platformer Grapple Dog. Zip between action-packed worlds as Pablo and Luna team up to save the cosmos in their own unique ways.
Why similar: Dogs 68% ★, Cute 11.8%, Platformer 5.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%, Indie 4.5%
- #30 My Little Puppy
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,911 reviews2025
Dev: Dreamotion Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
"There is a saying that when you depart from this world, the dog who went ahead will warmly welcome you." While spending time in dog heaven, Bong-gu the Welsh Corgi suddenly catches his dad's scent. Now, he embarks on a journey to meet his dad. Will Bong-gu be able to see his dad again?
Why similar: Dogs 88.8% ★, Cute 8.7%, Funny 2.5%
- #31 BassBlock
75% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2026
Dev: 贝斯方块工作室
Windows
BassBlock is a relaxing, casual 2D platformer rhythm jumper. Inspired by Rhythm Heaven and Geometry Dash, it aims to bring simple joy through effortless interaction!
Why similar: Dogs 41.1% ★, Casual 14.5%, Cute 13.5%, Indie 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #32 Running Through Russia 2
79% matchMostly Positive70% of 118 reviews2018
Dev: Spell Helix
Windows
Second part of legendary Running Through Russia, funny runner with stereotypes about Russia and russian people.
Why similar: Memes 58.4%, Casual 20.7%, Indie 14.8%, Funny 6.1%
- #33 Alpacapaca Dash
78% matchVery Positive88% of 217 reviews2017
Dev: Synnergy Circle Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Alpacapaca Dash is an endless runner with lasers and alpacas, a fun, cute and addictive game. Try to get the highest score, the highest amount of coins, unlock all alpacas and play until you can fully restore the world!
Why similar: Runner 26.8%, Indie 17.6%, Cute 14.5%, Anime 14.2%, Casual 9.4%
- #34 Royalty Free-For-All
73% matchVery Positive90% of 143 reviews2026
Dev: AAAA Games, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
This hilarious party brawler features iconic characters, stages, and music reimagined for a modern generation—and simplifies combat, including an all new PARTY MODE, perfect for friends new to the genre
Why similar: Dogs 78.6% ★, Casual 9.9%, Funny 5.8%, 2D 5.7%
- #35 Dog Adventure
76% matchVery Positive81% of 113 reviews2022
Dev: Quarlellle
Windows
Dog Adventure is an incredibly challenging side-scrolling game. If you like challenging platformers, then this game is definitely for you. In this game you play as a funny dog that needs to get into its house. Complete all the hardest levels of this game with funny music!
Why similar: Casual 51.4%, Indie 35.3%, Platformer 13.3%
- #36 The Purring Quest
77% matchVery Positive82% of 1,743 reviews2015
Dev: Valhalla Cats
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Have you ever wanted to be a cat? You will be able, thanks to the aventure platformer The Purring Quest. Take on the role of Kimchi the cat and meet famous cat of the internet in a journey full of humor.
Why similar: Cute 44%, Platformer 18.8%, Indie 18.6%, Casual 9.7%, 2D 8.9%
- #37 The Wizard and The Slug
76% matchVery Positive100% of 53 reviews2020
Dev: Silkworm
Windows
Jump, dash, and shoot your way through this story-rich action 2D platformer. Together with your magical wizard companion, play as the world's cutest, fastest, most agile slug as you explore a world full of charm, humor, and endearing characters.
Why similar: Dogs 65.1% ★, Anime 10.3%, Cute 8.6%, Side Scroller 6.1%, Platformer 4%
- #38 Pizza Tower
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 72,520 reviews2023
Dev: Tour De Pizza
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.
Why similar: Memes 29.1%, Indie 18.8%, Platformer 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Funny 13.4%
- #39 Castaway
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 284 reviews2024
Dev: Canari Games
Windows
Retrieve your weapons, face bosses to save your dog in a retro adventure focused on 3 dungeons. Finish the Story mode to unlock the Survivor mode: a 50-floor "Death Tower". You'll enjoy classic mechanics, charming visual style, and an enchanting soundtrack.
Why similar: Dogs 66.6% ★, Anime 20.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%, 2D 4.1%, Indie 3.7%
- #40 SneakyDoggie
71% matchVery Positive98% of 183 reviews2025
Dev: 鲨拉曼达Pub: Eternal Dream
Windows · Mac · Linux
"Sneaky Doggie" is a dress-up game. You play as a loyal dog, creating a wide range of outfit combinations. Choose your favorite outfits, complete quests, and become a great doggie! ૮ ・ﻌ・ა Woof!
Why similar: Dogs 69.8% ★, Cute 10.7%, Anime 7.2%, Casual 6.8%, Indie 2.8%
- #41 Fight of Animals
74% matchVery Positive94% of 473 reviews2019
Dev: Digital Crafter
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Animal memes such as Power Hook Dog, Mighty Fox, Magic Squirrel and more are now become Fighters!! Simple Controls & Funny Animals & Exciting Battles!!! Choose your favorite animal and join the fight!Players are able to fight through arcade mode become the King of Animals!
Why similar: Memes 57.9%, Cute 17.3%, Casual 10.9%, Indie 7.7%, Funny 6.3%
- #42 Dogurai
74% matchVery Positive96% of 77 reviews2019
Dev: Hungry Bear Games
Windows · Linux
Dogurai is a retro-styled platformer with animal-like characters, graphics and soundtrack designed with old portable games in mind - down to the limited color ranges and sprite sizes!
Why similar: Indie 46.8%, Platformer 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.8%, 2D 13%
- #43 Undercat
72% matchVery Positive98% of 60 reviews2023
Dev: SparkyTailGames
Windows
Undercat is a non-restrictive 2D platformer with co-op and PvP modes. Help the Resistance to overthrow the Cats' tyranny and liberate the animal city!
Why similar: Dogs 71.5% ★, Cute 12.2%, Indie 4.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%, Platformer 3.9%
- #44 Mekazoo
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 64 reviews2016
Dev: The Good Mood Creators
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Mekazoo is a 2D platformer set in a vibrant 3D world with fast-flowing gameplay and a cast of kinetically-diverse mechanized animals.
Why similar: Runner 34.5%, Casual 21.8%, Indie 15.3%, Cute 12.5%, Platformer 9.7%
- #45 An Airport for Aliens Currently Run by Dogs
70% matchVery Positive86% of 297 reviews2021
Dev: Strange Scaffold
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
An Airport for Aliens Currently Run by Dogs is an open-world comedy adventure game. Talk to stock photo dogs. Solve their problems. Catch your flight. And call it Dog Airport Game when you get tired of saying the full title, like I did three months ago.
Why similar: Dogs 86.6% ★, Cute 6.8%, Casual 3.7%, Funny 3%
- #46 Dig Dog
72% matchMostly Positive79% of 84 reviews2018
Dev: Rusty MoyherPub: Wild Rooster
Windows · Mac
An action roguelike digger. Dig to discover treasure, adventure and bones! Jump, dash, stomp and dig your way through a strange world inhabited by stranger creatures.
Why similar: Dogs 83.8% ★, Platformer 3.8%, Indie 2.8%, Casual 2.8%, Side Scroller 2.7%
- #47 Jet Buster
71% matchVery Positive90% of 62 reviews2017
Dev: Team Grybanser Fox
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Jet Buster is the new 90s anthro shmup, going back to the cuter roots of the genre.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #48 Katamari Damacy REROLL
68% matchVery Positive93% of 6,670 reviews2018
Dev: MONKEYCRAFT Co. Ltd.Pub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The beloved roll-em-up game returns with fully updated graphics, completely recreated cutscenes and in full HD!
Why similar: Cute 45.3%, Casual 39.1%, Funny 15.6%
- #49 Puppergeist
64% matchVery Positive99% of 138 reviews2026
Dev: Serenity Forge
Windows
Journey through the Doggie Underworld in this heartwarming rhythm visual novel. Reunite with your lost Pup by connecting with other dog spirits, learning their stories, and lifting their moods through rhythm games full of charm and challenges!
Why similar: Dogs 75.5% ★, Cute 13.4%, Casual 7%, 2D 4.2%
- #50 Aesthetic Melody
70% matchVery Positive90% of 78 reviews2017
Dev: Adam DeLease
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Sit back and enjoy 30 minutes of original electronic and vaporwave music in this challenging platformer, push forward to unlock Time Trial mode and a second playable character who completely changes the gameplay.
Why similar: Memes 50.4%, Casual 12.2%, Platformer 10.3%, Funny 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #51 BIT.TRIP RERUNNER
66% matchVery Positive97% of 404 reviews2023
Dev: Choice ProvisionsPub: Choice Provisions
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The classic rhythm platformer is back as BIT.TRIP RERUNNER + RUNNER MAKER! The fun of the original now sports fresh mechanics, art, and soundtrack – plus RUNNER MAKER, which allows you to create custom levels. A must-play for rhythm newbies, experts, and everyone in between.
Why similar: Runner 46.6%, Cute 21.6%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Platformer 11%, Indie 4.5%
- #52 Goodboy Galaxy
65% matchVery Positive95% of 153 reviews2024
Dev: Goodboy Galaxy Ltd.
Windows · Linux
A vibrant sci-fi platform adventure game where you help Maxwell the dog explore unfamiliar worlds, make strange new friends and contend with mysterious forces - by jumping, shooting, slicing, shrinking, warping and drilling.
Why similar: Dogs 83.8% ★, Platformer 7%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%, 2D 4.1%, Indie 0.8%
- #53 Puzzle Puppers
69% matchVery Positive93% of 112 reviews2017
Dev: Cardboard Keep
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Stretch out cute dogs to their food bowls! Easy to learn, difficult to master with deceptively simple puzzles and mechanics.
Why similar: Casual 39.6%, Indie 27.3%, Cute 26.2%, Funny 6.9%
- #54 Toree 2
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,102 reviews2021
Dev: Siactro
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 1.5 hrs≥1hr: 34%
A bite-sized 3D Platformer sequel with more focus on the things people enjoyed in the first game like fast gameplay, flow focused levels and cute costumes (two this time).
Why similar: Anime 42.1%, Cute 29.9%, Platformer 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%
- #55 Super Phantom Cat
69% matchVery Positive82% of 243 reviews2019
Dev: Veewo Games
Windows
A retro-casual platformer game! No matter who you are! Get your cat ears ready, BRING IT ON! Set off on the crazy journey to rescue your sister!
Why similar: Cute 31.2%, Anime 29.2%, Platformer 12.4%, Funny 9.5%, Indie 9.4%
- #56 Karate Cat
68% matchVery Positive94% of 89 reviews2019
Dev: Take Toad
Windows · Mac · Linux
Break, hit, meow! Play for the best karate cats in the world! Their paws are not the softest.
Why similar: Cute 27.3%, Casual 26.3%, Indie 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Funny 9.7%
- #57 Mutant Mudds Deluxe
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 624 reviews2013
Dev: Atooi
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Love pixels? Fond of platformers? Is there a special place in your heart for the 8-bit and 16-bit era? Want to have fun? Yes!? Well, you’ve come to the right place, my friend. Mutant Mudds Deluxe is a “12-bit” action platformer full of pixels and platforming fun!
Why similar: Memes 27.2%, Indie 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 18.4%, Platformer 18.2%, Side Scroller 10.3%
- #58 Neko Odyssey
65% matchVery Positive87% of 106 reviews2024
Dev: SECRET CHARACTERPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Neko Odyssey: A Game for Cat Lovers You Can't Miss! Here’s a slightly unusual Casual Adventure game where the main gameplay centers around taking pictures of cats. The pixel art graphics in a 3D setting create a charming atmosphere reminiscent of Japanese animation.
Why similar: Anime 30.9%, Cute 30.4%, Casual 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Funny 10.2%
- #59 2D Platformer GAME (Toy Factory)
67% matchVery Positive95% of 96 reviews2021
Dev: Jo.Jo art
Windows
It is a 2D adventure game with cute characters.
Why similar: Dogs 49.6% ★, Anime 16.8%, Cute 11.6%, Side Scroller 8.4%, Platformer 6.4%
- #60 KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT
65% matchVery Positive95% of 180 reviews2024
Dev: KamotachiPub: Mameshiba Games
Windows
Join KinnikuNeko, a cat with a bodybuilder's body, in this fun 2D platformer and fight against the mysterious alien invasion. A story full of goofy humor, friendship, drama and action. Its aesthetics are a love letter to 90s anime along with an unforgettable soundtrack.
Why similar: Anime 27.8%, Cute 22.7%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Platformer 12.4%, Funny 9.1%
