Games Like OLDTV

You Have 10 Seconds is a fast paced arcade style platformer game with over 40 levels.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 49.2%, Difficult 37%, Indie 9.5%, Singleplayer 3.2%, 2D 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game replicates the high-pressure, fast-paced gameplay loop where every millisecond counts.

Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37.1%, Difficult 28.4%, Fast-Paced 26.7%, Indie 3.4%, Arcade 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the extreme speed, rhythmic intensity, and minimalist design that makes OLDTV so addictive and difficult.

Pony Island is a suspense puzzle game in disguise. You are in limbo, trapped in a malevolent and malfunctioning arcade machine devised by the devil himself. It is not a game about ponies.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 56.3%, Psychological Horror 13.4%, Puzzle 11.2%, Indie 10.2%, Singleplayer 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Like OLDTV, this game uses a meta-narrative and glitchy, retro aesthetic to deliver a psychological horror experience.

A dark/sad/weird/funny first person exploration game. You play a man on his last night alive as he obsesses over a mysterious painting. More of a story game in that it emphasizes mood and character over gameplay. Takes ten minutes to play and has "next-gen" features like a shrimp tank.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 51%, Indie 34.1%, Singleplayer 10.6%, Atmospheric 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the dark, surreal, and atmospheric psychological horror vibes found in the background of OLDTV.

A brain-racking game about bathroom breaks, screwdrivers and nuclear explosions.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 47.4%, Difficult 18.7%, Puzzle 13.2%, Indie 10.7%, Singleplayer 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: It features the same meta-puzzle elements and unsettling, mysterious atmosphere that rewards careful observation.

KinitoPET is a psychological horror experience that takes place through Kinito, an early 2000s virtual assistant. Kinito is able to walk, talk, browse, adapt, and play games as Kinito is like no other with its adaptive technology!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 44.6%, Indie 22.8%, Retro 13.9%, Singleplayer 10.6%, 2D 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title leans heavily into the psychological horror and meta-computer aesthetic that fans of OLDTV will find deeply familiar.

Beat your best scores in Neon Beats, a 2D platformer game with rhythm based levels!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 70.2%, Difficult 18.8%, Indie 6.4%, Singleplayer 3%, 2D 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: It combines rhythm-based gameplay with a fast-paced, music-driven experience that feels very similar to the flow of OLDTV.

"oO" is a hardcore minimal arcade game.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 38.6%, Difficult 24.6%, Great Soundtrack 20.3%, Psychedelic 5.5%, Indie 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, fast-paced, and highly difficult arcade game that tests your reflexes in a way similar to OLDTV.

Hotline Miami is a high-octane action game overflowing with raw brutality, hard-boiled gunplay and skull crushing close combat.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 50.6%, Fast-Paced 28.1%, Difficult 11.3%, Psychedelic 3.8%, Indie 3%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the high-octane, fast-paced action and a distinct, stylish soundtrack that defines the intensity of the experience.

You're stranded at a cathedral-like train station in the near future, searching for a ticket out of town. Explore the secret passageways, interact with strangers, dig for records, and get hypnotized by the soundtrack – a batch of original music courtesy of the band, Archie Pelago.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 81.7%, Indie 13%, Atmospheric 2.9%, Singleplayer 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a surreal, dreamlike atmosphere that matches the unsettling and strange aesthetic of OLDTV.

VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 57%, Difficult 30%, Indie 6.5%, Retro 2.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, retro-styled game that demands quick thinking and precise movement under pressure.

Minit is a peculiar little adventure played sixty seconds at a time.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 58.3%, Fast-Paced 16.9%, Indie 10.3%, Puzzle 6.8%, Singleplayer 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: The strict time-limit mechanic creates a similar sense of urgency and puzzle-solving pressure as found in OLDTV.

A new puzzle game of wits and recognition.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 56.2%, Difficult 30.8%, Indie 9.3%, Casual 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult puzzle game that relies on quick thinking and a strong soundtrack to keep the player engaged.

1982 is a FREE retro inspired blasta-thon that will test your gaming skills to the max.

Why similar: Indie 34.1%, Retro 24.2%, Arcade 23%, Casual 13.6%, 2D 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled arcade action game that captures the simple yet difficult nature of classic, fast-paced gaming.

A machine ponders its loneliness. It scans the radio spectrum for an answer to its question.

Why similar: Indie 32.5%, Puzzle 27.3%, Singleplayer 12.7%, Casual 12.5%, Atmospheric 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric puzzle game that shares the retro, broadcast-themed aesthetic of the seed game.

OneShot is a surreal top down Puzzle/Adventure game with unique gameplay capabilities. You are to guide a child through a mysterious world on a mission to restore its long-dead sun. The world knows you exist.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 74.4%, Indie 7.2%, Puzzle 6.1%, Singleplayer 3.6%, Psychological Horror 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative puzzle game that breaks the fourth wall, appealing to those who enjoy the strange, self-aware nature of OLDTV.

Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max!

Why similar: Indie 60%, Arcade 16.6%, Singleplayer 12%, Retro 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, minimalist bullet-hell game that tests your reflexes in a high-intensity environment.

A game about never-ending problem of loading screens. We've all experienced it while playing games, while downloading something, while installing an operating system ect. And now you can experience it once again in Loading Screen Simulator: Steam edition

Why similar: Difficult 31.3%, Memes 29.6%, Indie 18.6%, Singleplayer 11%, Casual 7%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-commentary game that plays with the concept of waiting and digital interfaces, similar to the TV-themed meta of OLDTV.

Congratulations. The October labor lottery is complete. Your name was pulled. For immediate placement, report to the Ministry of Admission at Grestin Border Checkpoint. An apartment will be provided for you and your family in East Grestin. Expect a Class-8 dwelling.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.7%, Difficult 18.5%, Indie 18.2%, Singleplayer 6.6%, Puzzle 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A dystopian puzzle game that forces you to process information rapidly while maintaining a dark, atmospheric tone.

TTV2 is an arcade retro hardcore maze wanderer minigame, sequel to Trip to Vinelands.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 50.1%, Difficult 25.1%, Psychedelic 7.2%, Indie 5.6%, Puzzle 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, retro-pixel action game that focuses on quick, repetitive, and difficult challenges.

Experience the rhythmic thrill of BIT.TRIP RUNNER! With its retro charm, simple controls, and award-winning visuals, this classic sets the standard for rhythm gaming. Don't miss the game that started it all in the acclaimed runner series.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 40.8%, Difficult 30.4%, Indie 8.2%, Singleplayer 5.9%, Arcade 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based platformer that requires intense focus and fast reactions to survive its difficult, musical levels.

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 68.3%, Difficult 25%, Indie 4.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%, Retro 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: Demands high-speed decision-making synced to a great soundtrack, much like the rhythmic challenges in OLDTV.

Hearing Voices is a unique indie short horror experience where you will need to put your listening and deduction skills to the test to solve puzzles. Mistakes have consequences.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 39.3%, Puzzle 27%, Atmospheric 12.7%, Indie 12.1%, Singleplayer 5.5%

Super hardcore first-person game.

Why similar: Difficult 56.5%, Indie 20.7%, Psychological Horror 9.6%, Casual 8.9%, Singleplayer 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult, casual-styled game where the primary goal is to survive high-speed, instant-fail scenarios.

Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 58.4%, Difficult 19.6%, Indie 8.7%, Singleplayer 5.5%, Arcade 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, action-oriented game that is easy to pick up but requires quick reflexes to master.

"FEED" is a bite-sized retro point-and-click puzzle game. It features multiple puzzles and a touch of cult horror.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 32.4%, Puzzle 28.5%, Indie 15.6%, Singleplayer 8.3%, Retro 8.2%

They may be awkward dimensions, but they're my dreams...

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 71.9%, Indie 10.3%, Puzzle 5.5%, Memes 3.5%, Atmospheric 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, walking-simulator style game that explores strange, psychological spaces similar to the vibe of OLDTV.

Face the grim reaper at 3 frames per second.

Why similar: Indie 42.6%, Atmospheric 20.9%, Retro 19.2%, Singleplayer 10.7%, 2D 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, atmospheric horror game that uses simple visuals to create a haunting experience.

Sigils of Elohim is a free mini-game prelude to Croteam’s upcoming first-person puzzler The Talos Principle that challenges players to solve dozens of challenging sigil puzzles under the watchful eye of Elohim.

Why similar: Puzzle 46%, Indie 28.3%, Casual 13.4%, Singleplayer 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: A casual but challenging puzzle game that requires focus and pattern matching.

The Stanley Parable is a first person exploration game. You will play as Stanley, and you will not play as Stanley. You will follow a story, you will not follow a story. You will have a choice, you will have no choice. The game will end, the game will never end.

Why similar: Indie 49%, Singleplayer 17.9%, Puzzle 12.4%, Psychological Horror 8.7%, Atmospheric 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative experience that plays with the player's expectations, similar to the psychological twists in OLDTV.

Electronic Super Joy 2 is a brutally hard platformer, set in a world of brain-smashing electronic music. Run, jump, smash, & slice your way through 55+ weird & different levels, with giant monsters, swarming missiles & secret areas.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 50%, Difficult 35.1%, Indie 8.5%, Singleplayer 3%, Retro 2.3%

Lost in a weird city in the middle of the desert and surrounded by strange creatures that keep staring at you. This is a game about exploring the unknown and solving puzzles... lots of them! Don't be fooled by the looks, this isn't a point & click adventure.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 64.5%, Puzzle 13.9%, Indie 13.3%, Singleplayer 3.3%, Casual 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-heavy, pixel-art adventure that requires pattern recognition and logical deduction.

144 FPS boss battle action with a devilishly creative game mechanic.

Why similar: Difficult 43.6%, Great Soundtrack 43.2%, Indie 13.2%

You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.

Why similar: Difficult 50.8%, Great Soundtrack 17.3%, Indie 13%, Retro 9.7%, Singleplayer 5%

An escape-room styled series of puzzles await in the car that seems to contain neither rhyme nor reason. See if you can solve the mysteries of the photographs, and figure out what it means to be the ONE IN THE BACK.

Why similar: Puzzle 31%, Psychological Horror 23.2%, Psychedelic 16.3%, Indie 11.3%, Casual 8.5%

Explore Mandagon, a world inspired by Tibetan theology and philosophy. With a focus on life and death, discover what it means to make a true sacrifice . . .

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 60.8%, Indie 18.7%, Atmospheric 6.8%, Singleplayer 5.1%, 2D 3.7%

You woke up in a mysterious room you have never seen before. Can you find another way out? Samsara Room is a remake of the praised predecessor of the Rusty Lake & Cube Escape series.

Why similar: Indie 35.5%, Puzzle 32.1%, Psychological Horror 16.6%, Singleplayer 8.6%, Atmospheric 5.5%

I hate this game is a logic game, where gameplay changes every level. Solve crazy puzzles and use forgotten functions of your PC! Be attentive, interact with everything that you see on the screen.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 59.8%, Difficult 18.5%, Indie 7.7%, Puzzle 6.5%, Memes 4%

Enjoy a fun, grid tapping game that gets faster the more you play. See how long you can last tapping the flashing buttons. Now with a bunch of fun skins!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 44.3%, Psychological Horror 18.5%, Memes 16.3%, Indie 12.5%, Casual 5%

Your task is simple, exterminate all vermin. The sledge hammer you have been provided is capable of destroying almost all office appliances and furniture that may be uncooperative. Your time is running out.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 48.5%, Psychological Horror 15.6%, Indie 14.6%, Singleplayer 7.3%, Puzzle 5.4%

Mystical puzzle quest game in a gloomy minimalism style will tell you a story of a person who's got himself into a camera, and from which there is no way out it seems. Experimental gameplay diluted with a pinch of a philosophy, that's what SORE is.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 25%, Indie 21.6%, Puzzle 21.6%, Singleplayer 11.5%, Atmospheric 11.2%

Kevin is fed up with his game. Follow him in this atmospheric, dark and funny journey and fulfil his dreams. Is it even possible to escape?

Why similar: Indie 65.2%, Atmospheric 24.9%, 2D 9.9%

A 20‑minute playable thriller that will blow your mind.

Why similar: Indie 39.7%, Psychological Horror 38.2%, Casual 15.2%, Singleplayer 7%

A little game that’s not a game, winner of an old game jam that nobody’s ever heard of. So DON'T INSTALL IT!

Why similar: Indie 51.1%, Casual 19.2%, Puzzle 15.6%, Singleplayer 8.7%, Psychological Horror 3.6%

A psychological 2D puzzle platformer. You must switch between two versions of the past: dark & light, positive & negative, hope & despair. Every action is innately tied to this dualistic battle. Traverse a surreal landscape of memory to try and mend a fragile mind.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 50.8%, Difficult 30.1%, Indie 15.6%, Singleplayer 3.6%

The world was plunged into chaos following an accident at a bio-weapon research facility. 100% of the earth's population has been infected. There is an antidote that blocks infection from the airborne strain of the virus, but the effect is temporary.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 50.5%, Difficult 28.9%, Indie 11.2%, Retro 4.6%, Singleplayer 3.1%

A short atmospheric adventure game about finding meaning in a meaningless world.

Why similar: Indie 45.2%, Atmospheric 27.2%, Singleplayer 22.7%, 2D 4.9%

Run, hit, switch, fall, love, plug, pull. And push.

Why similar: Indie 34.1%, Psychological Horror 24.7%, Puzzle 15.6%, Casual 9.4%, Singleplayer 8.7%

Immanence is a 2D psychological Lovecraftian blend of religion and technology with surreal puzzles and dark atmosphere.

Why similar: Indie 60.4%, Psychological Horror 39.6%

A story-driven psychological experience where memory fades, silence deepens, and something waits in the dark.

Why similar: Psychedelic 47.5%, Indie 14.9%, Psychological Horror 14.2%, Singleplayer 10%, Casual 7.4%

Play every character simultaneously and reunite them in mind boggling 100 levels

Why similar: Difficult 67.3%, Puzzle 9.5%, Singleplayer 6.6%, Indie 5.3%, Casual 5.2%

A 15 minute heist game by Crows Crows Crows & Directed by William Pugh (The Stanley Parable). Slip into the soft-soled shoes of the mastermind responsible for the greatest heist- oh god I can’t do this any more, i’m joining the strike. good luck writing the steam description. -tina

Why similar: Indie 51.4%, Singleplayer 27.1%, Atmospheric 8.3%, Puzzle 6.9%, Casual 6.4%

Emily is Away is an interactive story. Create a screenname and choose your path through the branching narrative.

Why similar: Indie 41%, Singleplayer 28.7%, Retro 17.3%, Casual 11.1%, 2D 2%

Free Will is a 2D psychological puzzle RPG where the puzzles happen outside of the game. Dig deep into the system code to fix the corruption, and uncover information that might be better off hidden.

Why similar: Puzzle 44.7%, Indie 42.6%, Singleplayer 8.1%, 2D 4.6%

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: Great Soundtrack 44.3%, Fast-Paced 38.3%, Difficult 9.9%, Indie 3.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Melt your brain with this twisted take on the platform genre!

Why similar: Difficult 79.7%, Indie 7.4%, Retro 5.4%, Singleplayer 4.9%, 2D 2.6%

Minimal physical puzzle with explosions

Why similar: Fast-Paced 49.4%, Great Soundtrack 18.3%, Difficult 11.9%, Puzzle 6.4%, Indie 5.1%

Full tilt surveillance horror. Keep your eyes locked on security cameras for an outrageous collection of horrific anomalies, suspicious movement, and the occasional T-Rex. Observe, detect, survive!

Why similar: Psychological Horror 31.7%, Puzzle 23%, Singleplayer 13.1%, Indie 11.2%, Atmospheric 10.2%

“Happiness is only real when shared, especially with a water drop”. (Isn’t that how it goes?). Take a deep breath and immerse yourself in the greatest journey you’ll ever set out on with the cutest friend.

Why similar: Difficult 48.2%, Indie 28.5%, Casual 9.8%, Puzzle 5.7%, Singleplayer 4.6%