60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Side Scroller, Action, Platformer, 2D Platformer.
A hand-drawn gothic 2D action-platformer. Fight through surreal dream worlds with precise sai combat, magical scepters and strange powers, uncover buried memories, and decide whether Obscura wakes—or loses herself in the dream.
病み菌少女 地雷ちゃん
Control Yumemi-chan, an amnesiac "jirai-kei" girl, in this 2D side-scrolling wire-action game through stages inspired by the human psyche. Traverse a dark world created by the corrupting "Yami-kin" virus using her choker's wire, defeat end-stage bosses to collect the bacteria, and escape!
Gargoyles Remastered
Relive the legend of Goliath and save the world from destruction.
Control Yumemi-chan, an amnesiac "jirai-kei" girl, in this 2D side-scrolling wire-action game through stages inspired by the human psyche. Traverse a dark world created by the corrupting "Yami-kin" virus using her choker's wire, defeat end-stage bosses to collect the bacteria, and escape!
Why similar: Gothic 24.2% ★, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Dark Fantasy 9.3%
Relive the legend of Goliath and save the world from destruction.
Why similar: Gothic 18.1% ★, Side Scroller 14.3%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Hand-drawn 12%, Action-Adventure 10.7%
The chameleon has lost the ability to perceive colors. By facing his obstacles, he can once again connect with the colorful world. Each color unlocks a new ability, helping him overcome challenges. Leo's emotional state is portrayed through the environment, colors, and music.
Why similar: Gothic 23.6% ★, Side Scroller 13.4%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.1%
A fast-paced dark fantasy action roguelite where you chain attacks and parries into fluid, combo-driven combat through a twisted fairytale world.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 14.6%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Hand-drawn 11.1%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
Make impactful decisions in moral dilemma situations, which will change the course of your journey through this atmospheric, hand-drawn metroidvania. Explore the hazardous paths of the Realm of Aestik and fight its corrupted inhabitants as you unravel its deep-rooted mysteries.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 16.7%, Dark Humor 11%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.5%, Side Scroller 10.5%
A hand-animated coffee horror platformer from the world of Pour Boy Coffee. Fight zombrews, collect flies, complete quests, find secrets, and survive the crashing moon to face the Nitro Cold Brew Necromancer.
Why similar: Gothic 24.4% ★, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Hand-drawn 11.8%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%
2D side scrolling, adventure, horror game where you avoid monsters and solve puzzles.
Why similar: Gothic 17.4% ★, Side Scroller 16.7%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Hand-drawn 10.1%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
Utomah is a 2D platformer in which the player navigates through a nightmarish world. Grapple, latch, and dash through incredible environments, discovering the darkness of one's inner mind, encountering true horrors along the way. Prepare to push your skills to the limit!
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.4%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Surreal 14.1%, Hand-drawn 11.6%, Action-Adventure 10.7%
Shunned outsider Averi becomes her small planet's last hope against the tyrannical Lord Kroff and Lady Psonos in this action-packed 2D pixel art platformer.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.3%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Gothic 16.3% ★, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Platformer 9.6%
This is the story of Xandria, an iron alchemist. She seeks revenge regardless of the consequences. To achieve it, Xandria fights with a powerful whip and the power of chemical elements. Find out more about her in this modern metroidvania adventure.
Why similar: Gothic 26% ★, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Dark Fantasy 12%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.1%
Save your sister from your father's dark fate and plunge into a hand-painted 2D adventure with exciting battles and a deep, captivating story in "Pentaquin: Deeds Of Twilight". Master various skills and discover a fantastic world.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.1%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Hand-drawn 15.9%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Platformer 8%
Legends of Ethernal is a 2D single-player action adventure game where you need to explore beautiful hand-crafted environments, solve clever puzzles and battle tough creatures to uncover the truth about your parents’ disappearance.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.3%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Hand-drawn 14.9%, Emotional 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10.8%
Block and attack through this retro inspired action, side scroller. Play as the Shield bearer, Hjalmer as you battle your way through a grim and treacherous land to destroy the dark forces corrupting it.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 21.2%, Gothic 19.9% ★, Side Scroller 18.5%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, 2D Platformer 9.4%
In order to save their school after it turns into a massive demonic castle, two "Demon Hunter" sisters slash and shoot their way through this 2D action adventure. Players can swap between control of both characters on the fly, each with entirely different skillsets.
Why similar: Gothic 26.9% ★, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 11.3%, Platformer 9.7%
The Deadlands, is a haunting journey of vengeance. Conquer undead horrors, face formidable bosses, and harness their souls to save your son from an evil necromancer. Pixel art meets gothic aesthetic in this intense, captivating platformer/2D side scroller.
Why similar: Gothic 36.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 17.9%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Platformer 10%, Side Scroller 6.3%
Directed by one of Cuphead's developers, Revertices is an action combat sidescroller where you will be forced to fight the corrupted remains of your friends: your duty is to reset the cycle at all costs, but in doing so you doom yourself and your companions to repeat the same horrors.
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.6%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Surreal 17.1%, Multiple Endings 9.3%, Combat 6.5%
The Legend of Chalkvania is a compact, open-world side-scrolling action RPG set in a storybook kingdom. Wander freely, hunt monsters, fish quiet waters, uncover hidden paths, meet peculiar locals or sit by the fire. Hoard gear, recover the shattered Sword of Grayscale and decide the world's fate.
Why similar: Gothic 22.7% ★, Side Scroller 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Dark Humor 12.4%, Action-Adventure 11%
Plunder all the treasure worth taking from the exotic wilderness with your band of rogues. Jump, kick and sling your chain mace to smash and climb your way through any obstacle. Face off against beasts and hopeful heroes that rise up to stop you.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.9%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Dark Fantasy 13.2%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
Well Dweller is a dark fairy-tale metroidvania, full of charming characters living in a wretched kingdom. Play as Glimmer - a tiny bird armed with a matchstick - who must burn the wicked queen to save his family.
Why similar: Gothic 17% ★, Dark Fantasy 17%, Hand-drawn 14.8%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Action-Adventure 11.4%
A short and exciting action platforming adventure! Help Dexter chomp and shoot his way out of the deceptively oppressive Happy Hamster Farms in 6 personality packed levels.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.7%, 2D Platformer 19.8%, Surreal 13%, Action-Adventure 12%, Hand-drawn 10.4%
Help Lionel on his epic hack & Slash adventure to save his town from the evil Ringmaster. Explore the small town carnival, check out the rides, Carnie games, food court, a not so fun house, and make your way to the Big Top in a hand-drawn 2D art style.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.6%, Surreal 18.8%, Action-Adventure 15%, Platformer 12.8%, Emotional 9.1%
An action platformer set in a world stitched shut. Ride the cracks your attacks leave for high-speed movement, carve terrain that falls the way you cut it, and journey to recover the memories of a girl who woke from her coffin.
Why similar: Gothic 35.8% ★, Dark Fantasy 15.3%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Action-Adventure 8.3%, Female Protagonist 7.2%
Shuttering is a spooky 2D platformer. Take on the role of Anya, a lone girl without memories searching for answers in an abandoned mansion. Maneuver past the crumbling remains and its vampiric inhabitants. Discover who you were, or you will face a fate worse than death.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.3%, Gothic 18.2% ★, Side Scroller 16.9%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Platformer 10.8%
Never let your light go out. Wield a powerful flame, overcome menacing creatures and explore the shadows of a ruined castle in this compelling 2.5D action adventure platformer which features a unique dynamic difficulty system.
Why similar: Gothic 24.6% ★, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Surreal 9.4%
Okko The Exiled is an action-packed adventure where you stomp, launch and bash your way through Kutala, a land of demons, on a quest to defeat the Demon Lord Yalda and link Okko’s isolated world with the heavens.
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.2%, 2D Platformer 21.6%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Platformer 11%, Dark Fantasy 10.7%
Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.
Why similar: Side Scroller 13.6%, Dark Humor 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Action-Adventure 8.3%
Take control of Mina, a renowned Hollower hurtled into a desperate mission to rescue a cursed island. Whip foes, burrow through the ground, and explore a pixel-perfect world in Mina the Hollower, a brand new game from the developers who brought you Shovel Knight!
Why similar: Gothic 32.4% ★, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Female Protagonist 10.8%
Unravel the mysteries of these forgotten lands in a hand-drawn, narrative-driven 2D action-adventure, as a white-robed girl awakens in the depths of an abandoned world.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 17.8%, Dark Fantasy 16.7%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Platformer 10%, Atmospheric 7.3%
Memoria is a hand-drawn 2D Metroidvania where magic is as much about memory as it is about power. You play as a powerful—but aging—sorceress who awakens in a familiar but fragmented world. Only by exploring the world around you can you spark your memories, and remember once again.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.9%, Hand-drawn 14.8%, Emotional 11.6%, Side Scroller 9.1%, Platformer 8.9%
Catch, throw, parry, and parkour your way through a twisting Underworld. Slay the Grim Reaper and reclaim your inheritance!
Why similar: Gothic 34.4% ★, 2D Platformer 16.4%, Hand-drawn 14.3%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Combat 7.5%
Dive into Fatal Claw, a Metroidvania game in vibrant 2D artwork. Explore the arcane underworld your way with Kisha. Your ultimate goal is to find the key to the surface world alongside other survivors, while vanquishing infected enemies and absorbing their power. Start your clawsome adventure now!
Why similar: Hand-drawn 13.6%, Side Scroller 13.5%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
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: 2D Platformer 17.7%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Hand-drawn 16%, Surreal 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.5%
As the stormy autumn fog rolls in, journey through a hand-drawn adventure as a little girl searching for her lost cat in the gothic harbor wilderness town of October Falls. Follow clues, aid friendly critters, unlock magic and an ancient transformation to explore the mystery your cat has led you to.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Gothic 18.2% ★, Hand-drawn 17.9%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Atmospheric 8.8%
Throw your shell, swap your abilities, and grow through molting. Choose from nine hermit crab heroes in a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure. Explore shores and sunken ruins, battle bosses, craft and upgrade shells, and discover the stories of Awesome Island.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.4%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 6.8%
Simona's Requiem is a retro-styled platformer Inspired by old action-adventure games but with a modern touch. Pick up the scythe as Simona and slash your way to the Fisher King who has hidden behind the moon.
Why similar: Gothic 24.9% ★, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Dark Humor 15.5%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Platformer 8.6%
Imagine yourself in a world full of nightmares with Dali-esque creatures and mind-eating eyes. Picture yourself in an upside down landscape. Alone in a weird dream and wondering... what the... ?! There has never been a computer game like Weird Dreams. You have to play it to believe it.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.2%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Dark Humor 15.8%, Surreal 13.3%, Action-Adventure 10.5%
To complete Yridis' mission, you'll have to make your way through the bowels of a vast underground dungeon filled with unique environments, deadly dangers and mysterious beings. Jump, dash and give the enemies you encounter their due thanks to powerful weapons.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.5%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Action-Adventure 14%, Platformer 10.4%
Hollow Moon is a gothic retro styled side scrolling 2D platformer where you play as Nightshade, a princess with death after her heart, and her world too, in this 8-bit Game Boy inspired adventure.
Why similar: Gothic 38.9% ★, Side Scroller 19.7%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Platformer 8.8%, Female Protagonist 5.7%
The Wicked Souls is a Metroidvania with a strong focus on an exciting and imaginative story. Explore the mysterious tower in the afterlife with the postman Bones and his mischievous companion Dietrich and uncover its secrets.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 16.2%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Combat 8%, Atmospheric 7.9%
A hand-drawn platformer where we play as Thuppel the robot, trying to pass off as a human. Learn emotions using powerups across several mini-stories involving different characters and environments, as we try to reconnect with our friend.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 18.7%, Side Scroller 15%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Surreal 13.8%, Platformer 10.2%
Grab, throw, eat, and UTTERLY WRECK everything using a mind-controlled spork in this quirky, story-driven, console-styled platforming dramedy. With an emphasis on variety and a grand sense of adventure, Psycutlery offers a surprising full-course meal, despite all unassuming appearances...
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.8%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Surreal 14.1%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.6%
Escape the magical forest full of mushrooms and insects! Control 2 characters where you battle, befriend strange creatures and connect their Parallel Destiny.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 15%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Emotional 10.4%
Tame the fauna, flora and the mysteries of your valley to prepare a sumptuous feast.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.1%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Action-Adventure 16.3%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, Platformer 12.1%
LAPIN is a 2D precision platformer game featuring a group of brave rabbit explorers. Break through life-threatening obstacles with precise controls, and embark on an adventure filled with new encounters and stunning landscapes!
Why similar: Hand-drawn 16.6%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Emotional 11.3%, Female Protagonist 9.7%
Enter the dark world of Nosgoth – Ascendance is a fast paced, 2D action platformer built around fluid combat, vertical movement, vampiric powers, and skill-driven play.
Why similar: Gothic 24.7% ★, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Dark Fantasy 12.4%
Vyanka's Memories is a platform-style game with metroidvania elements. Vyanka is a monster hunter who was called to her home village to protect it from a vampire. In the confrontation, she loses all her memories and powers and must remember them by defeating monsters in different biomes.
Why similar: Gothic 30.1% ★, Side Scroller 13.3%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Female Protagonist 10%
Evard can absorb other people's fears and phobias. But this gift is also his biggest curse. Step into his story and uncover the truth about his origins. Explore a 2D medieval world, find the sources of various fears, and defeat them.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 18.4%, Side Scroller 18.3%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Action-Adventure 13.7%, Atmospheric 8.7%
Little Mage is an action-packed 2D Metroidvania where you play as an Æther Mage in a beautifully hand-drawn, high fantasy world. Explore the shattered city of Hornedrose, unleash elemental magic, battle fearsome bosses, and uncover the secrets of a world on the brink of destruction.
Why similar: Gothic 29.3% ★, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Hand-drawn 14.8%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Emotional 8.2%
Koumajou Remilia Ⅱ: Stranger's Requiem is a direct sequel to side-scrolling action game Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony, featuring characters from the Touhou Project, adored by fans around the world.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.7%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, Dark Fantasy 13%, Platformer 11.1%
Anachronic is a single-player 2D puzzle platformer where physics is exploited through time manipulation.
Why similar: Gothic 36.5% ★, Side Scroller 14.2%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Female Protagonist 9.7%
A third-person sci-fi horror game about exploring your grandfather’s abandoned mansion and its interdimensional portals. Solve puzzles, evade monsters, and uncover why Dr. Voss vanished.
Why similar: Gothic 23.3% ★, Surreal 14.8%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Platformer 9.3%
Comma is a side-scrolling game that tells the story of a dream world where the player has to get out of there by following a mysterious figure.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.5%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Hand-drawn 11.3%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Platformer 9.4%
Help Vita, a teenage girl, piece her shattered world back together as she discovers that being a knight isn’t about wearing a suit of armor.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.5%, Hand-drawn 17.6%, Emotional 13.5%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Platformer 10.4%
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: Hand-drawn 15.3%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Combat 9.1%
A puzzle-platformer with retro Flash vibes, dark humor, and a quiet story hidden inside strange, hand-drawn episodes.
Why similar: Dark Humor 20.3%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Hand-drawn 17.9%, Surreal 16.5%, Multiple Endings 10%
She wakes up in a mysterious castle. "Dawn Bell" is a side-scrolling 2D horror adventure where a girl with no memory explores the castle. Use items and clues to solve puzzles and uncover her lost past. Your choices shape the story's multiple endings. What truth awaits beyond the doors of memory?
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.6%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Female Protagonist 12%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Exploration 8.5%
Argol II - Curse of Nemesis is an action, platform and adventure game. The action takes place in mythological times. Argol and his companions must face Nemesis the goddess of vengeance.
Why similar: Gothic 31% ★, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Action-Adventure 15%, Platformer 11.4%, Exploration 8.6%
Bloodsalt is a dark 2D Action RPG with deceptively beautiful visuals. Step into the shoes of a warrior defending his village against an orc invasion and the dark magic of Bloodsalt. Explore a ruthless world, develop your character, and make tough choices in a story woven with intrigue and betrayal.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 17.4%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Dark Fantasy 9.9%, Multiple Endings 8.1%
Sneezeman: Escape From Planet Sneeze is a 2D action-platformer-adventure. Guide Sneezeman to a safe exit and evade spiky spores, defeat bad guys, collect all the pills, discover secret chambers, outrun a thunderous particle cloud and beat the clock. It's hard as nails and classic arcade-style fun.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.8%, Side Scroller 24.1%, Hand-drawn 21.8%, Platformer 10.7%, Exploration 6.5%
