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Games Like Noitu Love 2: Devolution

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, 2D, Pixel Graphics, Platformer.

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A century after the legendary boy Noitu Love saved the world from the evil Darns, they rise again, but in a chaos of time-bending mayhem!

Reviews: Very Positive — 92% — of 632 reviews
Released: 2012-04-23
Developer: Joakim Sandberg
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 1.8 hrs
Mean playtime: 2.9 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 77%

Overview

Noitu Love 2: Devolution is a masterclass in high-octane, arcade-style action, blending frantic mouse-driven combat with fluid platforming. These recommendations focus on titles that capture that same sense of kinetic energy, challenging boss encounters, and precise 2D movement mechanics.

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  47. #47 Blazing Chrome
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 1,924 reviews2019
    Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    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: Side Scroller 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 16.9%, Platformer 14.1%, Action 13.4%, Retro 8.1%

  48. #48 Half Minute Hero: The Second Coming
    70% matchVery Positive92% of 555 reviews2014
    Dev: OpusPub: Marvelous
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    The world's speediest homage/roast to JRPGs! Can you save the world in 30 seconds? Get a quest, find those in need, fight through dungeons, earn cash, get cool loot and level up until YOU>EVIL. Don't have enough time? Pay the Goddess to reset the clock and try again! Over 100 mini-JRPGs for you to test your might with!

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.9%, Action 24.6%, Pixel Graphics 19.4%, Indie 17.1%, Retro 7%

  49. #49 Angry Video Game Nerd II: ASSimilation
    69% matchVery Positive89% of 792 reviews2016
    Dev: FreakZone GamesPub: Retroware
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    When a mysterious beam from space transforms the world into a game, the Angry Video Game Nerd must return to put the "ASS" in ASSimilation. Utilize new mechanics, power-ups, abilities, and collectible armor pieces to defeat your most powerful foe yet, and save the world!

    Why similar: Action 27.5%, Platformer 22%, Indie 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 16%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%

  50. #50 iaidoka_interlude
    71% matchMostly Positive70% of 93 reviews2015
    Dev: Blaze Epic
    Windows

    A pseudo 8-bit action platformer taking a bit of inspiration from film-noir and samurai dramas, iaidoka_interlude applies a few parkour and fighting game influences to mix up familiarity with a little uniquity.

    Why similar: Action 26.5%, Platformer 23.9%, Indie 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Female Protagonist 9.9%

  51. #51 FLARE NUINUI QUEST
    63% matchVery Positive93% of 244 reviews2024
    Dev: sulpxPub: holo Indie
    Windows · Linux

    Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!

    Why similar: Platformer 25.5%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Action 16.2%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Indie 9.1%

  52. #52 Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon
    66% matchVery Positive94% of 4,427 reviews2018
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.

    Why similar: Platformer 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Action 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%

  53. #53 Shantae: Half-Genie Hero
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 2,419 reviews2016
    Dev: WayForward
    Windows
    Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    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: Platformer 23.5%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Great Soundtrack 17.9%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Action 12.4%

  54. #54 Alwa's Awakening
    67% matchVery Positive80% of 909 reviews2017
    Dev: Elden Pixels
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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: Platformer 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 21.5%, Indie 11.7%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.2%

  55. #55 ADEN
    61% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 671 reviews2024
    Dev: takayakata
    Windows

    Dance, dance, and dance some more! A kawaii side-scrolling dance battle for the new age! Control the mysterious girl Toaka and save the world from destruction!

    Why similar: Beat 'em up 48.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Indie 7%, Retro 6.6%

  56. #56 Gunslugs
    69% matchMostly Positive75% of 129 reviews2015
    Dev: Orangepixel
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Lock and load for chaotic, fast-paced action in Gunslugs! Battle the evil Black Duck Army across wild, procedurally generated levels packed with explosions, jetpacks, chicken guns, and rogue-like permadeath. Unlock heroes, conquer bizarre worlds, and fight your way to the gates of Hell!

    Why similar: Platformer 21.9%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Action 13.5%, Indie 8.4%

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