Games Like Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee®

Abe's peaceful retirement was shattered when visited by a vision from the Mudokon Spirit Guides. Abe™ learned the Magog Cartel was mining Necrum, the sacred Mudokon city of the dead, to collect bones to make super-addictive SoulStorm Brew.

Why similar: Adventure 42.9%, Classic 16.3% ★, Platformer 13.7%, Cult Classic 10.7% ★, Dark 3%

Why You'll Like It: As the direct sequel, it perfectly preserves the cinematic platforming and dark humor of the original.

Built from scratch, enjoy breathtaking visuals, enhanced audio and improved, deeper gameplay as New 'n' Tasty reignites the original Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee using the latest next-generation technology.

Why similar: Adventure 45.1%, Classic 19.4% ★, Platformer 12.1%, Cult Classic 10.3% ★, Puzzle 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: This faithful remake modernizes the original game's mechanics while keeping the iconic atmosphere and level design intact.

Oddworld: Soulstorm is the explosive second game in a brand new Oddworld Quintology that tells the continuing story of Abe and his comrades as they discover further crimes against Mudokonkind and look for the spark that will ignite a revolution.

Why similar: Adventure 63.8%, Platformer 15.4%, Puzzle 6.4%, 1990's 5%, Dark 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern reimagining that expands on the series' core mechanics with more complex systems and cinematic scale.

FLASHBACK™, the hit action-adventure game with over 2.2 million units sold, is back!

Why similar: Adventure 66.5%, Classic 16% ★, Platformer 9.1%, Retro 3.6%, 1990's 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: This classic title is the definitive cinematic platformer that pioneered the movement and puzzle mechanics found in Abe's Oddysee.

Also known as Out Of This World™, Another World is a pioneer action/platformer that released across more than a dozen platforms since its debut in 1991. Along the years, Another World™ has attained cult status among critics and sophisticated gamers alike.

Why similar: Adventure 39.3%, Classic 21.6% ★, Platformer 10%, Cult Classic 5.3% ★, Retro 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same cinematic platforming DNA, emphasizing trial-and-error gameplay and a mysterious, hostile world.

Uncertain of his sister's fate, a boy enters LIMBO

Why similar: Adventure 46.9%, Platformer 18.9%, Puzzle Platformer 9.1%, Puzzle 8.2%, Dark 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game captures the grim, minimalist aesthetic and puzzle-heavy platforming that fans of Abe's darker tone will appreciate.

Hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project. INSIDE is a dark, narrative-driven platformer combining intense action with challenging puzzles. It has been critically acclaimed for its moody art style, ambient soundtrack and unsettling atmosphere.

Why similar: Adventure 57.7%, Platformer 14.7%, Dark 6.4%, Puzzle 6.3%, Cinematic 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric puzzle-platformer that mirrors the high-stakes stealth and environmental storytelling of the Oddworld series.

A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin.

Why similar: Adventure 38.9%, Cult Classic 26.1% ★, Classic 14.6% ★, Platformer 13.7%, Comedy 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A cult-classic platformer that matches the unique, quirky, and slightly dark humor of the Oddworld universe.

Take on the role of Six, a lone child lost in a massive metal vessel known as the Maw, surrounded by dangerous, distorted versions of adults. You’ll need to do your best to escape in one piece or your fate will be worse than you ever dared dream.

Why similar: Adventure 68.3%, Platformer 9.5%, Puzzle 6.3%, Dark 6.2%, Puzzle Platformer 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: It features a similar focus on stealth, vulnerability, and navigating a grotesque, oppressive world as a small protagonist.

You're the Stranger, a mysterious bounty hunter on a mission to bag the ultimate prize. And you need that money like no one else because there is something very wrong with your health and the only way to fix it is a very costly operation.

Why similar: Adventure 67.9%, Classic 22.6% ★, Cult Classic 5.4% ★, Comedy 2.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: Though it shifts to a different perspective, it maintains the distinct humor and world-building of the Oddworld franchise.

Junk, junk and even more junk. Life on the trash-planet Deponia is anything but a walk in the park. No surprise that Rufus had enough of that and hatches one ludicrous plan after the other to escape this bleak place.

Why similar: Adventure 85.2%, Classic 4.1% ★, Cult Classic 4.1% ★, Puzzle 2.2%, Comedy 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: A comedy-adventure series that leans into the dark, satirical humor and puzzle-solving roots of the genre.

New port for 2016! 60 FPS, higher res textures, higher poly models, improved audio, numerous fixes and improvements, and trading cards, badges, emotes and backgrounds!

Why similar: Adventure 74%, Classic 13.3% ★, Platformer 8.5%, Comedy 1.8%, Gore 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: An essential entry in the series that explores the same universe with a focus on character-swapping puzzle mechanics.

A zombie outbreak eradicated all hope of returning life back to normal, now only survival lives on. Run, hide and fight your way through the undead as Randall searches for his family in this gorgeous, gritty, destroyed world.

Why similar: Adventure 79.1%, Platformer 16.5%, 2D 1.3%, Action 1.3%, Singleplayer 1%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic platformer that emphasizes survival and environmental navigation within a dark, post-apocalyptic setting.

What if someone knew your mind better than you did? The Swapper is an award-winning, narrative driven puzzle game set in the furthest reaches of space.

Why similar: Adventure 49.2%, Platformer 18.9%, Puzzle 17.6%, Puzzle Platformer 4.9%, Atmospheric 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric puzzle-platformer that uses unique mechanics to create a sense of isolation and existential dread.

In Mark of the Ninja, you'll know what it is to truly be a ninja. You must be silent, agile and clever to outwit your opponents in a world of gorgeous scenery and flowing animation.

Why similar: Platformer 40.8%, Adventure 33.4%, 2D 10.9%, Gore 4.9%, Puzzle 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: While more action-oriented, it shares the deep focus on stealth and clever environmental manipulation found in Oddworld.

One of the most acclaimed adventure games of all time is now back, better than ever. Grim Fandango Remastered has the all the beautiful art and engaging story fans remember, but has also been remastered to look, sound, and control even better than the award-winning original release.

Why similar: Adventure 46.6%, Classic 24.9% ★, Cult Classic 19.2% ★, Comedy 2.3%, Puzzle 2%

Why You'll Like It: While a point-and-click adventure, it captures the same dark, satirical, and cult-classic tone that defines the Oddworld series.

MO: Astray is a pixel art, side-scrolling, action-platformer. Lead MO through mind-bending puzzles using special abilities. Bizarre enemies, threatening traps and ingenious level designs await.

Why similar: Adventure 71.2%, Platformer 12.7%, Puzzle Platformer 4.5%, 2D 2.6%, Gore 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that blends dark, pixelated atmosphere with challenging, movement-based mechanics.

A crazy action-adventure platformer... In Hell.

Why similar: Platformer 43.2%, Adventure 34.5%, 2D 6.3%, Comedy 5.6%, Funny 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer that embraces a dark, irreverent sense of humor and fast-paced action.

In Stealth Inc 2, you play the role of a clone escaping a sinister and high-tech testing facility. Stealth Inc 2 tests both your brain and your reflexes over 60 varied levels linked together in a sprawling overworld.

Why similar: Adventure 68.5%, Platformer 19.1%, Puzzle 6.1%, Puzzle Platformer 2.8%, 2D 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on the puzzle-stealth elements of the genre, requiring careful timing and observation to survive.

When Blobolonia is threatened by an evil Emperor, the blob comes to Earth looking for help. Instead, he finds a young boy. Help the blob dethrone the evil Emperor that's terrorizing Blobolonia and establish a friendship with the blob that will last a lifetime.

Why similar: Adventure 76.3%, Platformer 11%, Puzzle 5.1%, Puzzle Platformer 4.2%, 2D 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: It features a unique interaction system between characters that rewards creative puzzle-solving within a platforming environment.

A puzzle-platformer set in a dystopian world where the invention of a cloning device has messed things up, big time. Armed with a clone gun and a mighty fine mustache, the chore of saving THE WHOLE OF CIVILIZATION rests on your shoulders. Don’t blow it.

Why similar: Adventure 64%, Platformer 14.6%, Puzzle 7.5%, Puzzle Platformer 4.5%, 2D 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-heavy game that uses cloning mechanics to solve environmental challenges in a dark, dystopian setting.

A sci-fi puzzle-platformer of cataclysmic proportions! Evolve from a tiny captive into a world-eating giant. Use your mutant blob powers to devour the pathetic humans and all of civilization!

Why similar: Adventure 55%, Platformer 14.8%, Retro 7.7%, Puzzle 5.6%, Puzzle Platformer 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky 2D platformer that shares the retro charm and puzzle-solving focus of classic genre entries.

Machinarium is the award-winning independent adventure game developed by the makers of Samorost series, Botanicula and CHUCHEL. Help Josef the robot save his girlfriend Berta kidnapped by the Black Cap Brotherhood gang!

Why similar: Adventure 77.7%, Puzzle 11.6%, 2D 5.5%, Atmospheric 3.2%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-heavy adventure that shares the dark, industrial, and humorous aesthetic found in the world of RuptureFarms.

Hop into Orbo's shoes! Run, jump and drill around your boss's office, make some new friends, and uncover terrifying secrets about the company you work for in this comedically surreal 3D platformer!

Why similar: Adventure 76.2%, Platformer 16%, Comedy 6.4%, Action 0.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Klaus is lost and alone. Who? Where? Why? He doesn't know anything. Only you can help him find the truth. Join Klaus and K1 - a friendly brute - as you explore this puzzle platform game, through a geometric kaleidoscopic world with high contrast and pop art.

Why similar: Adventure 75.9%, Platformer 11.1%, Puzzle 3.4%, 2D 2.6%, Puzzle Platformer 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich 2D puzzle-platformer that explores themes of identity and control in a bleak environment.

Wealthy, handsome, and... dead? Samuel strikes a deal with Death for one last shot at life, but only if he can survive a day doing everything manually. Blink, breathe, walk, and work - Guide Sam in this darkly humorous and brutally difficult adventure!

Why similar: Adventure 84.1%, Funny 5.4%, Difficult 4.1%, Singleplayer 2.5%, Comedy 2%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, funny game that uses unique, difficult-to-master movement mechanics to create a memorable experience.

A challenging 3D platformer with little room for error. Escape a dungeon by jumping to the top, and sacrifice your collectables for items to aid in your ordeal.

Why similar: Adventure 51.9%, Platformer 22.8%, Retro 9.9%, Difficult 8.9%, Funny 5.6%

Puns, and puzzles. Horrible puns and devious puzzles actually, along with several incorporeal entities are what makes Ghostory a pixel art puzzle adventure brimming with humour and intrigue. Take on the role of a cursed traveler, master your ghostly form, find a cure, and escape a perilous cave system.

Why similar: Adventure 60%, Platformer 13.7%, Puzzle 6.2%, Puzzle Platformer 5%, 2D 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that requires clever use of character abilities to navigate complex, atmospheric levels.

You are a nomadic slugcat, both predator and prey in a broken ecosystem. Grab your spear and brave the industrial wastes, hunting enough food to survive, but be wary— other, bigger creatures have the same plan... and slugcats look delicious.

Why similar: Adventure 59.7%, Platformer 20.4%, Difficult 9.5%, 2D 4.5%, Atmospheric 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: An incredibly atmospheric and difficult survival platformer that rewards patience and observation in a hostile ecosystem.

Slime-san was minding his own business when suddenly… A giant worm appeared and gobbled him up! Deep within the worm’s belly, Slime-san has to face a decision: Be digested by the incoming wall of stomach acid... Or jump, slide and slime his way through the worm and back out its mouth!

Why similar: Adventure 58.5%, Platformer 21.3%, Difficult 6.6%, Funny 4.9%, Puzzle Platformer 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A precision-platformer that balances difficult gameplay with a humorous, self-aware tone.

In a world gone wild, there's only one animal man enough to put his foot down!Join Frebb's small clique of reluctant "friends" as they rumble, tumble, and action-platform their way through the craziest journey of the year!

Why similar: Adventure 53.6%, Platformer 30.3%, 2D 7.1%, Comedy 4%, Atmospheric 2.2%

Stories: The Path of Destinies is an Action RPG, an enchanted storybook filled with madcap fantasy tales, each told by a zippy narrator attuned to the player’s choices and actions.

Why similar: Adventure 99.5%, Fantasy 0.1%, Singleplayer 0.1%, Action 0.1%, Funny 0.1%

Summoned to a strange magical world, Simon must complete an ancient prophecy to return home. Solve crazy puzzles, cast spells, brew odd potions and uncover the origins of a legendary saga!

Why similar: Adventure 64.2%, Puzzle 7.1%, Retro 6.3%, 1990's 5.8%, Comedy 4.4%

Sneak into the pharaoh's pyramid and meet up with Assil and his crew of crazy friends. Just as the party starts to get hot, a silly accident turns life upside down! Help Assil reverse the curse!

Why similar: Adventure 69.4%, Classic 22.4% ★, Puzzle 3.1%, Comedy 3%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A comedic adventure game that highlights the absurdity and charm found in classic cult-hit titles.

A unique platforming experience where the protagonist, story, and mechanics are constantly changing. Take control of legendary warriors, giant worms, greedy kings, and lazy demons, each with their own purpose.

Why similar: Adventure 61.6%, Platformer 14.3%, Puzzle 5.7%, Retro 5%, Puzzle Platformer 4.8%

A Story About My Uncle is a first person platforming adventure game about a boy who searches for his lost uncle, and ends up in a world he couldn’t imagine existed. The movement is a crucial part of the games core gameplay – focusing on swinging through the world with a grappling hook that gives the player a wonderful sense of speed and...

Why similar: Adventure 98.2%, Platformer 1%, Puzzle 0.3%, Atmospheric 0.1%, Singleplayer 0.1%

An existential platformer where Doomsday is just around the corner. Save the world or become an eternal corporate slave for the God of Death. Choices matter. Or do they? Goof around and find out.

Why similar: Platformer 51%, Difficult 19.3%, Puzzle Platformer 16.3%, Atmospheric 7.4%, Singleplayer 6.1%

Take control of Zeb in this puzzle/platformer. He is a small energy based life form from space, known as a Plazma Being. While journeying through space to his home, Zeb was surprised to find that he was being kidnapped by aliens. They took him back to their planet and unceremoniously threw him into captivity.

Why similar: Adventure 73.7%, Platformer 16.5%, Puzzle 7.3%, 2D 1.7%, Action 0.6%

Your party enters a deep and dark dungeon… but sacrifices must be made! Control 3 different heroes and use their special abilities to solve tricky puzzles by sacrificing your teammates!

Why similar: Adventure 74.8%, Platformer 8.5%, Retro 3.7%, Puzzle 3.6%, Puzzle Platformer 3.2%

Congrats, you're hired! Serve customers and maintain the Happy's Humble Burger Farm restaurant alone on the overnight. But be careful; things fall apart if you mess up! After work, head home and keep your eyes open for a way to escape the Barnyard Buds and their fast food fever-dream.

Why similar: Adventure 86.6%, 1990's 9.1%, Atmospheric 3.3%, Action 1%

In Deponia, the world has degenerated into a vast garbage dump, in which the crotchety Rufus ekes out his sorry existence.

Why similar: Adventure 77.9%, Classic 5.4% ★, Puzzle 4.8%, Comedy 4.3%, Cult Classic 2.4% ★

Once upon a time, the Grim Reaper chose the wrong door. Angelo – a young lazy bum-a-holic, oh sorry - a blogger, powered only by his blogging skills, must turn on “point-n-click adventure” mode, go around the inferno, meet the locals, and somehow get back home. Enjoy Hell! We made it just for you.

Why similar: Adventure 60.6%, Puzzle 15.2%, Funny 8.7%, 2D 8.2%, Comedy 4.7%

An atmospheric retro inspired survival horror game. Enjoy the late shift at 'The Month' in an abstract and unsettling night of terror, spooks and convenience.

Why similar: Adventure 80.1%, Funny 8.1%, Puzzle 7%, Atmospheric 4.8%

Take up the challenge and face true high-stakes platforming in Jump King! Struggle upwards in search of the Smoking Hot Babe of legend, but explore with care; a single missed jump could lead to a long fall back down...

Why similar: Adventure 61.4%, Platformer 15.5%, Difficult 11.1%, 2D 3.7%, Retro 3%

The End Is Nigh is a sprawling adventure platformer where you die a lot, but thats ok because you are probably already dead anyway.

Why similar: Adventure 56.3%, Platformer 26.5%, Difficult 7.6%, 2D 3.2%, Dark 2.4%

In the world of excessive biotechnologies, an epidemic is ravaging the human race, infecting people's neuronet implants and enslaving them to the mysterious Worm. Who are you: a fighter of the infection, or a hunter of new prey?

Why similar: Adventure 80.3%, Puzzle 8.8%, 2D 4.6%, Comedy 2.4%, Funny 2.3%

In THE DESCENDANT, the end of the world is only the start. With what remains of humanity protected in underground Ark facilities, your mission is to keep survivors alive, while discovering a far greater conspiracy buried within Ark-01.

Why similar: Adventure 100%, Singleplayer 0%, Indie 0%

Unravel the dark secrets hidden throughout this stirring puzzle platformer about a tormented nobleman confronting the traumas of his past. Use an innovative mirror mechanic to solve challenging puzzle rooms and defeat towering bosses as you strive to piece together the ugly truth.

Why similar: Adventure 52.8%, Platformer 21.2%, Puzzle 9.2%, Puzzle Platformer 6.5%, 2D 5%

vApe Escape is a point-and-click adventure in a science fiction comedy setting. The player takes control of an innocent ape who must escape the sad destiny of becoming a vape dispenser machine for the wealthy hipsters of the universe.

Why similar: Adventure 77%, Puzzle 7.7%, Comedy 5.4%, 2D 4.3%, Funny 3.9%

You're hungry. For a schnitzel. The problem is: you have to get it!

Why similar: Adventure 82.5%, Platformer 13.7%, Comedy 2.4%, Singleplayer 0.7%, Action 0.6%

The first part of the trilogy, Highly Likely, is a surreal 2D Adventure about a funny and somewhat naive character called Mikola who is trying to do all he can to save his homestead.

Why similar: Adventure 99.6%, 2D 0.2%, Atmospheric 0.1%, Singleplayer 0.1%, Indie 0%

Earthworm Jim, spineless superhero, wriggles back into action as the Groovy Guardian of Goodness in an incredible journey of cheese-curdling proportions. Left unconscious by a massive cow-induced blow to the head and clad in his indestructible, high-tech super suit, Earthworm Jim continues the battle for truth, justice and well aerated...

Why similar: Adventure 98.9%, Action 1.1%

Jamboy and Billy are devoured by a giant and now they have to escape from its guts! Explore the giant's intestines as you defeat food monsters in this frantic, multi-genre game and go on a stomach-churning adventure!

Why similar: Adventure 51.9%, Platformer 26.7%, Comedy 6.2%, 2D 5.8%, Funny 5.7%

Helheim Hassle is a narrative adventure game with puzzle platforming elements. Play as Bjørn, a pacifist Viking that can detach and combine limbs at will to solve challenging puzzles and get out of uncomfortable situations involving desperate Norse Gods, Goblins, Dragons, and angry skeletons.

Why similar: Adventure 95.9%, Puzzle 2.2%, Funny 1.4%, Indie 0.5%

"WELCOME TO THE PIONEER PROGRAM! As the newest recruit of Kindred Aerospace - The 4th best interstellar space exploration company - Your job is to determine if the planet ARY-26 planet is fit for humans. You may be short on equipment and experience, but you'll figure it out. Good luck!

Why similar: Adventure 90.2%, 1990's 4.1%, Comedy 3.8%, Action 1%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Glover is a puzzle-intensive adventure game made up of 6 worlds with 30 different levels. You control a charismatic glove that walks on two fingers, slaps harder than Steve Austin, dribbles faster than Scottie Pippen, and plays with a bouncy rubber ball.

Why similar: Adventure 72.2%, Platformer 20.1%, 1990's 4.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%, Action 1%

Mago is a retro 2D platformer that puts us in the boots of a sorcerer, who was unfortunate enough to eat evil overlords' food. Now he has to rescue his beloved princess from the dinner menu of the evil Gourmet! Nostalgia awaits!

Why similar: Adventure 66.4%, Platformer 17.3%, Retro 4.8%, Difficult 3.2%, 2D 3.2%

Join Pixel as he quests through gaming history, teleporting across the most iconic video game systems of generations past. He’ll have to jump, dodge and play smart if he wants to survive all the traps, puzzles and enemies waiting to take him down at every turn.

Why similar: Adventure 56.2%, Platformer 27.9%, Retro 10%, 2D 4.6%, Singleplayer 0.8%

From the creators of Hero Siege, Squishy the Suicidal Pig is a puzzle platformer with a counterintuitive goal where you play as Squishy, a pig wearing a yellow sweater who's trying to reach his parents in animal heaven by completing his deal with the devil.You asked for a challenge, now you have it!

Why similar: Adventure 51.6%, Platformer 24.8%, Puzzle 8.8%, Puzzle Platformer 5.5%, Difficult 3.6%