Games Like Narita Boy

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: Retro 23%, Platformer 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 15%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, 2D 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the retro-inspired platforming and shifting narrative style found in Narita Boy.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 17.3%, Platformer 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15%, Story Rich 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a similar synth-wave aesthetic and high-speed, stylish combat that feels like a neon-drenched fever dream.

The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.

Why similar: Retro 25.1%, Platformer 22.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, 2D 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a pure, challenging 8-bit action experience that mirrors the nostalgic digital-hero journey of Narita Boy.

SANABI is an exhilarating stylish dystopian action-platformer. Play as a legendary retired veteran and use your signature prosthetic arm to jump over cliffs and skyscrapers, zip through bullets and traps and defeat powerful enemies.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 16.5%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Story Rich 13.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Action 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane cyberpunk platformer that matches the emotional weight and fast-paced movement of Narita Boy.

Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 23.9%, Hack and Slash 22.5%, Atmospheric 13.7%, Action 9.5%, Exploration 9%

Why You'll Like It: Its atmospheric world-building and synth-heavy soundtrack provide a similar sense of mystery and visual flair.

A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 30.9%, Retro 16.6%, Story Rich 12.9%, Action-Adventure 11%, 2D 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Set within a digital game world, this title features incredible pixel art and action-RPG mechanics that echo the themes of Narita Boy.

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: Lore-Rich 16%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 12.9%, Retro 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Why You'll Like It: A charming metroidvania that uses a distinct machine-themed aesthetic to tell a compelling story through exploration.

BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.5%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Platformer 13.4%, Retro 12.8%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed action platformer that channels the same retro-inspired intensity and transformative combat mechanics.

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: Pixel Graphics 21.1%, Platformer 19.9%, Action 13.4%, Story Rich 12.6%, Adventure 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title combines beautiful pixel art with a deep, narrative-driven adventure that feels as personal as the story of the Techno-sword.

Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 25.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.7%, Retro 16.7%, Action 10.4%, 2D 8%

Why You'll Like It: It leans heavily into the glitch-art and digital-mystery aesthetic while providing a deep, exploration-heavy platforming experience.

Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 29.6%, Platformer 21%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Exploration 12.9%, Atmospheric 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: It blends precision platforming with intense hack-and-slash combat in a way that feels like a 3D evolution of the Narita Boy experience.

This atmospheric, Metroidvania hacking adventure lets you take control of a semi-sapient program struggling against deletion. In the sprawling 3D world of a Mainframe, Recompile features intense combat, tight 3D platforming, super-powered abilities and an environmental logic-based hacking mechanic.

Why similar: Emotional 22.4%, Mystery 17.8%, Exploration 15.4%, Combat 13.2%, Action 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game takes place inside a digital mainframe, focusing on hacking and platforming in a way that feels like a spiritual cousin to the Digital Kingdom.

Owlboy is a story-driven platform adventure game, where you can fly and explore a brand new world in the clouds! Pick up your friends, and bring them with you as you explore the open skies, in one of the most detailed adventures of this era.

Why similar: Platformer 15.2%, Retro 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: The masterful pixel art and emotional storytelling create a sense of wonder that aligns with the artistic ambition of Narita Boy.

Balance the weight of the GIGASWORD, battling between brain and brawn. Solve intricate puzzles, discover covert chambers, and slash through foes as Ezra fights to reach the top of the Nestrium and recover the God Crystal within. Can he restore the world's coherency before it's too late?

Why similar: Emotional 15.7%, 1980s 15%, Platformer 13.7%, Retro 11.1%, Action 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure platformer focuses on creative combat and exploration within a stylized world.

Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Lore-Rich 16.6%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Combat 14.6%, Action 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging action-adventure game with a strong emphasis on pixel-art detail and combat variety.

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: 2D Platformer 17.6%, Platformer 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Retro 10.5%, Colorful 9%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful metroidvania that emphasizes movement and exploration, capturing the adventurous spirit of the genre.

A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!

Why similar: Platformer 15.7%, Retro 14%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Action-Adventure 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game pays homage to classic cinematic platformers, featuring a distinct pixel-art style and retro-inspired gameplay.

Retro Machina is a single-player action and exploration game set in a retro-futuristic universe. Experience the journey of a little robot as it solves intricate puzzles and begins unraveling the mysteries of a world long forgotten.

Why similar: Emotional 24.5%, Platformer 14%, Colorful 10.5%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Action 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A singleplayer action game that features a distinct retro-futuristic aesthetic and puzzle-solving elements.

Inhabit Krog, a mysterious blue creature in a red loincloth, as he traverses a labyrinth of ladders, levers, traps, and monsters. Explore the nooks and crannies of a bizarre and evocative world as you hack and slash your way to victory, leaving a graveyard of grotesque bosses in your wake.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.4%, Retro 17.8%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Platformer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging 2D platformer that focuses on retro-inspired combat and exploration in a strange, surreal world.

Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

Why similar: Platformer 23.2%, Hack and Slash 14%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Action 12.5%, 2D 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A slick 2D action game that combines fluid combat with a dark, atmospheric world.

KUNAI is a quirky, fast-paced action platformer. You play as Tabby, a tablet who joins the fight against a robot uprising. Use your kunai and ninja parkour skills to stop Lemonkus, the A.I.-gone-evil that almost wiped out all human life.

Why similar: Action 29.8%, Adventure 18.8%, Platformer 16.7%, Hack and Slash 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: The unique movement mechanics and action-oriented platforming make for a fast-paced and memorable experience.

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: 2D Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 16.7%, Retro 14.9%, Action-Adventure 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides a classic retro-platforming feel with modern quality-of-life improvements and a charming world.

Kingdom Shell is an atmospheric 2D platformer with a captivating storyline. Explore the local lands to stop the invasion of nightmarish creatures and unravel the mysteries of the Kingdom.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.6%, Retro 14.3%, Mystery 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Platformer 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A souls-like metroidvania that features detailed pixel art and challenging combat encounters.

Help little Peet hack-and-slash his way through a beautifully haunting coma. A hand-drawn action-adventure through a dreamy world filled with fleshy monsters, insane grown-ups, and sad children looking for their mommies.

Why similar: Emotional 25.7%, Platformer 18.1%, Story Rich 12.1%, Action 10%, Colorful 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its unique art style and emotional, story-driven adventure provide a similar sense of atmosphere to Narita Boy.

Ghostrunner offers a unique single-player experience: fast-paced, violent combat, and an original setting that blends science fiction with post-apocalyptic themes. It tells the story of a world that has already ended and its inhabitants who fight to survive.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.9%, Futuristic 25.6%, Action 15.3%, Combat 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers a visceral, fast-paced cyberpunk experience that emphasizes movement and precision combat.

The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 46.1%, Story Rich 17.7%, Atmospheric 16.6%, Action 14.7%, Singleplayer 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: The synth-wave soundtrack and boss-rush focus capture the intense, high-stakes combat encounters of the Digital Kingdom.

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Platformer 24.8%, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Exploration 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Action 10%

Why You'll Like It: The fluid combat and time-manipulation mechanics provide a satisfying, high-energy action experience with gorgeous pixel art.

Are you ready for the first Yoyovania?! In this 2D top-down adventure you'll explore a sprawling urban landscape, reinterpreting your surroundings through your mastery of yoyo tricks. Navigate the city's many districts, fight rival crime bosses, and regain the influence of the Pipistrello family!

Why similar: Retro 15%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 13.1%, Platformer 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 10%

A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.

Why similar: Platformer 28.7%, Pixel Graphics 18.8%, Exploration 17.2%, Action 12.3%, 2D 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers polished, high-quality pixel art and combat that feels very similar to the tight controls of Narita Boy.

Dex is a 2D, side-scrolling, open-world cyberpunk RPG with a focus on exploration and non-linear gameplay.

Why similar: Platformer 23.1%, Action 14.8%, 2D 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Story Rich 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling cyberpunk adventure that explores themes of digital consciousness and rebellion against corrupt systems.

An adventure game with focus on acrobatics and discovering secrets. Classic platformer gameplay in the spirit of the 8-bit era games.

Why similar: Retro 21.2%, 2D Platformer 19%, Platformer 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.9%, Platformer 19.3%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Exploration 11.2%, Colorful 9.8%

A unique 2D firefighting platformer from the creator of Dead Cells, featuring devastating backdrafts, exploding walls, and expected cat rescues. Battle your way through a mysterious government facility, striving to keep the blaze under control.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.6%, Mystery 14.1%, Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Exploration 8.3%

Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.

Why similar: Platformer 16.1%, Retro 14.9%, Hack and Slash 13.1%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%

A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.

Why similar: Platformer 29.1%, Action 17.8%, Adventure 12.9%, Exploration 10.5%, Action-Adventure 10.2%

Marko: Beyond Brave is an action-packed Metroidvania adventure. Wander through lush forests and crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash, and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths and legends.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 15.9%, Platformer 12%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Combat 9.6%, Mystery 9%

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: Platformer 24.8%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Retro 15.4%, Action 12.5%

Arietta of Spirits is a story-driven action-adventure game, with easy to approach game mechanics. Follow Arietta on her journey to unveil the mysteries of the Spirit Realm and immerse yourself in a story filled with emotion and surprising turns.

Why similar: Emotional 15.6%, Lore-Rich 15.4%, Hack and Slash 12.6%, Mystery 10.5%, Action-Adventure 8.7%

Jett Rider is an arcade shooter packed with action, exploration, RPG elements, tons of humor and awesome bosses. Explore, fight, gain experience, purchase weapons in this exciting adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 14.6%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Futuristic 10.5%, Retro 9.6%

Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!

Why similar: Platformer 17.1%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Exploration 13.1%, Adventure 9.7%

Embark on a journey to The Smiling Islands, the realm of the Saviors, where an enigmatic guide beckons. The seasoned narrator has shared this story countless times, yet none have graced the miraculous land. Can you seize your narrative and ascend as a Savior?

Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.4%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Action-Adventure 14%, Platformer 12.7%, Story Rich 9.9%

Brave Soldier: Invasion Of Cyborgs is a pixel art platform game with a lot of action. Help the soldier save the world from the Cyborg Invasion! Good Luck!

Why similar: 1980s 17.6%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Action 8.4%

Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.

Why similar: Retro 16.2%, Platformer 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Futuristic 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.1%

Explore a decaying futuristic city in this action adventure experience. Search for items, unlock superpowers, recruit companions, and free every turf from ruthless gangs to unite the people once again.

Why similar: Futuristic 37.3%, Action 25.2%, Adventure 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.4%, Singleplayer 4.5%

Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster!

Why similar: Platformer 23.6%, 2D Platformer 23.1%, Action-Adventure 17.7%, Mystery 10.5%, Colorful 10.4%

Hyperactive 2D action platformer with wicked fast attacks, omnidirectional dashing, and time-freezing! Play well enough to transform and unleash 100% power!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.4%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Platformer 12.8%, Combat 10.4%, Action 9.4%

A hero resurrected. A new Adventure. With stunning, 2D pixel art, Adventure of Samsara combines classic gameplay, a deeply connected world, and a heady, twisting narrative of death, rebirth and memory. Become the Solar Champion and restore balance to the multiverse.

Why similar: Lore-Rich 21.8%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 14.4%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Exploration 9%

2D platform game focused on intense combat against enemies and exploration of secret areas in dark dungeons full of dangers.

Why similar: Platformer 18%, Retro 17.1%, Action 11.5%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%

Our valiant hero Flynn possesses the ability to influence a mysterious energy and modify his style of combat, transforming him into a force to be reckoned with. Inspired by the golden age of the SNES, Flynn: Son of Crimson is the 2D action adventure that’ll take you right back to the 90s!

Why similar: Platformer 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Combat 11.4%, Action 10.5%

Wield your magical instrument and defy the mecha-goddesses of fate in this Song-Casting Story Driven Action-RPG. Explore a forbidden forest as Traveler. Help him reunite with his long lost love as you fight through abominations and solve mysterious puzzles, all while an ancient conflict unfolds.

Why similar: Emotional 17%, Hack and Slash 16.1%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Combat 11.2%, Story Rich 9.9%

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: Platformer 15.9%, Futuristic 12.6%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Exploration 10.2%, 2D Platformer 10.2%

Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 26.9%, Story Rich 19.6%, Atmospheric 15.3%, Action 12.8%, Adventure 10.4%

A world of Beauty and Mystery, Emotive Animations, Atmospheric Environments, Visually Driven Story, Metroidvania Exploration and Memorable Sword Duels.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.6%, Retro 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Combat 10%, Exploration 8.9%

Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

Why similar: Platformer 25.3%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Action 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Adventure 9.8%

You are Hidalgo Bladewing, a bird with a beef. Hack, slash, platform, and soar through a beautifully chaotic pixel-art neonscape in your quest to save your feathered friends. Challenging retro-inspired platforming gameplay, transforming weapons, and fowl Ninja action await.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.4%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 13.3%, Retro 9.5%, Action-Adventure 9.3%

Classic platformer in the style of Pixel-art. The main character goes to the world of 8-bit games to save his girlfriend. Help him to find new abilities and find out who is behind the abduction of the girl.

Why similar: Action 60.2%, Adventure 39.8%

"Beats Warrior: Nian" is a strange rhythm action adventure game. The story tells that Nian and Bao never miss the adventure! Nian will use special beat combat techniques to defeat creatures and bosses in several worlds.

Why similar: Action 27.2%, Retro 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 17.5%, Action-Adventure 16.2%, 2D 9.1%

An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

Why similar: Story Rich 20%, Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Action-Adventure 16.5%, Colorful 12.1%, 2D 11.3%

Super Cable Boy is a retro inspired platformer, where you are playing a living handheld gaming system with a power cord. Collect game cartridges to become more powerful and take on your quest to defeat "the Glitch", an entity that 1▧01☠01௹1‱☣∰0␢⌀▧ ..

Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.2%, Platformer 20.3%, Retro 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Atmospheric 7.8%