
Barrel through 1920s BigCity in this hard-hitting, ink-smearing, platformer shoot-em-up!
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Barrel through 1920s BigCity in this hard-hitting, ink-smearing, platformer shoot-em-up!

Onion Assault
The evil Croquetto Empire is trying to conquer Onionia and it's up to one brave onion farmer, and his mom, to stop the tyrannical invading fascist army! Old-school 2D platfoming from the creator of Gunman Clive and Mechstermination Force.

Cyber Haze
Cyber Haze is a retro-style 2.5D platformer in which Haze, a delivery robot, must defend his world against a horde of viruses that have begun to take over the digital world!
The evil Croquetto Empire is trying to conquer Onionia and it's up to one brave onion farmer, and his mom, to stop the tyrannical invading fascist army! Old-school 2D platfoming from the creator of Gunman Clive and Mechstermination Force.
Why similar: 2.5D 18.2%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Platformer 15.2%, Hidden Object 7.4%
Cyber Haze is a retro-style 2.5D platformer in which Haze, a delivery robot, must defend his world against a horde of viruses that have begun to take over the digital world!
Why similar: 2.5D 27.8%, Platformer 18%, Side Scroller 12.3%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
Rog & Roll is a fast-paced, fluid 2.5D platformer from a new perspective. Control a tiny enemy monster named Rog on a quest to save his fellow minions! Rocket through levels using Rog's roll ability, or hunt for secrets and unlock hidden paths!
Why similar: 2.5D 26.4%, Platformer 13.9%, Side Scroller 13.4%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Old School 10.1%
Eletar Hero 2 is a fast, skill-based action platformer inspired by Sonic the Hedgehog and Megaman. Perfect movement, master powerful abilities, and survive intense boss fights where learning the patterns matters more than grinding.
Why similar: 2.5D 19.5%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Platformer 15.5%, 2D Platformer 15%, Arcade 14%
Become a Kamaitachi in this methodical 2D platformer. You can't change direction in mid-air. Use your double jump to anticipate your landing and maneuver through the air with the use of a powerful Tornado move. Master the movement and challenge yourself to overcome the tough battles ahead!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 16.1%, Platformer 15.7%, Side Scroller 14%, Comic Book 12.8%, Arcade 9.6%
Frenetic action and LCD aesthetic! In this 2D Shoot 'Em Up, switch between a robot hero and his benign tumor to stop a bizarre cult. You have 8 hours to save humanity's memory: defeat grotesque bosses, ride the skies on your Future Board, and master the chaos in a retro-futuristic Tokyo.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Arcade 13.9%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Action 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
In this psychedelic 2d platformer you are a walking head named Mr Head and your wives have been kidnapped by your own body! Now you have to scream your way back to them! This game is darkly comedic, bold, artistic, flips familiar gaming concepts on its HEAD and has an amazingly punchy soundtrack
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Comic Book 15.6%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 11%
An unknown force from a parallel reality trapped Earth’s energy in three runes. The best resistance fighters have been sent on a critical mission to destroy the runes and seal the dimensional rift.
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Platformer 14.9%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Arcade 14.4%
Do you like playing platform games and especially the old ones? A brand new and yet old game (in appearance) in 16-bit cartoon graphics. Experience a crazy adventure with an unusual hero.
Why similar: Comic Book 18.8%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Platformer 12.9%, Arcade 10.6%
A stylish pixel-art platformer with a thumping chip-tune sound track. Perfect for quick and short bites of run and jump gaming action. Taking you back to the retro days in a modern way.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 13.3%, Stylized 11.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%, Arcade 11.5%, Comic Book 11.2%
Battle your way through risky woods and murky caves. Stomping Skeletons....traps to trick you....face-gripping flying fiends!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Platformer 15.2%, Arcade 11.1%
Unsung Escape is a vertical action-platformer where you outrun an ever-rising Void. Use Energy Orbs to gain movement abilities like double-jumps and dashes. No enemies—just pure platforming, exploration, and survival.
Why similar: 2.5D 16.4%, Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Side Scroller 13%, Arcade 12.7%
Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Arcade 13.3%
Gather coins, discover objects in secret areas, defeat enemies, and survive deadly traps in this 2D platformer inspired by the 90s.
Why similar: 2.5D 20.5%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Platformer 11.5%, Arcade 10.3%
SLINGSHELL is an arcade high-score shooter / platformer where you play as a cloud-riding, gun-slinging snail and brave the dangers of enemy-filled, randomly-generated levels. Master the unorthodox movement of a varied cast of characters, all while enjoying beautiful pixel art and a jazzy soundtrack!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Side Scroller 17.3%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Platformer 12.6%, Arcade 11.4%
A flying saucer chases you all over the galaxy. Run away, defeat enemies, and evolve to avoid getting abducted
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Side Scroller 21%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 14.7%, Cartoony 7.3%
Hijack Overdrive is a fast-paced action game where you steal enemy vehicles mid-combat to fight back. Jump from gunship to gunship in order to pilot your makeshift fleet through the enemy forces. It's a unique genre-mix of Platformer, Shootemup, and a bit of Towerdefense.
Why similar: 2.5D 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Side Scroller 15%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.8%
Sprint through lava ridden dungeons and attempt to achieve the best time possible in this arcade style 2D platformer. With 30 levels to play and many slimes to unlock, can you achieve the medals needed to become the slime sprint king?
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.5%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Platformer 12.8%, Arcade 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 9%
There isn't anything better than punching things in 8-bit that will end up leaving you with RAW FISTS! *Warning, this game contains old school difficulty* (Blowing in the cartridge is not required.)
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Platformer 16.1%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Arcade 14.5%, Side Scroller 14.5%
Alaric's Quest: Charming 2D platformer with a medieval theme and high difficulty level. Available on Linux, Windows, and Steam Deck, compatible with keyboard, controller, and touchscreen.
Why similar: Comic Book 17.7%, Side Scroller 17.6%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Platformer 11.4%, Old School 9.8%
Fight against a sect planning terrorist attacks in this side-scrolling shooter.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.8%, Platformer 15.5%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Arcade 13.4%, Old School 9.2%
A collection of 4 small games by The Voices Games Ascendshaft: A vertical scrolling shootemup Violetti Goottii: A 2d Platformer Dragons in Space: A sidescrolling Shootemup Endless Shaft: A score attack survival game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Side Scroller 18.4%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Arcade 12.8%, Old School 8.9%
The Angry Video Game Nerd is back in 8-bits! Battle through frantic platforming levels, defeat classic AVGN bosses, and save all of gaming, or test your skills in Endless Challenge mode!
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.4%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Platformer 17.5%, Arcade 13.5%, Old School 7.3%
In the year 2,000,000,009, a team of bounty hunters infiltrates a massive facility swarming with hostile AI. Can they find Zurd?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Side Scroller 18.8%, Arcade 13.1%, Action 9.7%, Platformer 9.7%
Bigflo, Oli, and McFly & Carlito must find a mysterious jar of chestnut cream in a crazy 2D platform game! Switch heroes at each level, face mini-bosses, and embark on a speedrun!
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.5%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Platformer 16.2%, Arcade 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%
Throw snowballs and navigate seven challenging levels as Kaito, a young penguin. Master platforming challenges, collect items, and face epic bosses in this 2D adventure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Side Scroller 19.5%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Platformer 16.4%, Stylized 8.6%
A charming platformer ripped straight from the arcades. Run, shoot, climb and chomp your way to victory.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.6%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Platformer 16.2%, Arcade 14%, Cartoony 9.7%
LampMan! is a 2d action-platformer featuring three playable characters you can switch between at any time. Master their abilities, conquer vibrant levels, and restore light to LampWorld!
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.1%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Platformer 17.3%, Arcade 13.6%, Cartoony 6.9%
Uncle Kenny has been lured into the woods by a mysterious old friend. He must come out of this alive. ACT 3- DESTROY THEM UNTIL NOTHING IS LEFT. AVAILABLE NOW!!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, 2D Platformer 22.7%, Platformer 19.2%, Arcade 9.5%, Action 7.4%
Action-packed sidescrolling gardening-shooter, with colorful comicbook-style graphics and gameplay inspired by the arcade-machines of the early 80's. Mow that lawn, jump over the holes and don't let piles of dirt, animals, drones-with-water-balloons or mischievous friends, get in your way.
Why similar: Comic Book 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Side Scroller 18%, Arcade 12.3%, Platformer 10%
This is a horizontal shooter game. The story takes place in a city infected by "coal", where most people have become coal zombies. When the government learned of the great changes in the city, it sent two elite soldiers to investigate the situation.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Platformer 17.1%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Arcade 13.6%
Ezra's Legacy is an action packed 2d platformer game inspired in classics from the 80s, with 8-bit aesthetics, great soundtrack and awesome gameplay. If you want something new and exciting, but at the same time pay homage to the classics, then Ezra's Legacy is for you!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.2%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Platformer 15.1%, Old School 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%
In Tomba! Special Edition, leap, bite, and throw your way across stunning 2.5D landscapes in this vastly-enhanced update to a platforming classic!
Why similar: 2.5D 28.8%, Platformer 20.3%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Old School 12.9%, Action 10.3%
Freeze and climb enemies as Öga, an eye with boots!
Why similar: 2.5D 26.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Platformer 19.9%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Old School 10.6%
Sir Noggin is a platformer inspired by the glorious 8-bit days and in the style of the Master System. Relive the days where the controllers only had a couple of buttons and you'd have to re-tune in your television sets.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.5%, Platformer 16.3%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Arcade 14.4%, Action 10.2%
A 2D platform shooter where you DESTROY!! Get Elemental Powers from the Prysms and help Amor defeat the Primordial Threats agains Humanity! Get cute costumes and be stylish!
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.6%, 2.5D 20.3%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Platformer 15.1%, Arcade 11.6%
Bringing back the 90's-era PC platformer with a game inspired by classics like Commander Keen, Conker, Ruff'n'Tumble & Jazz Jackrabbit.
Why similar: 2.5D 21.4%, Side Scroller 18.3%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 13.2%, Arcade 10.9%
Accompany Maya and her little companion on an adventure where the only thing that matters is reaching the top.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, 2D Platformer 21.3%, Platformer 16.8%, Arcade 12.1%, Old School 6.9%
It's a Halloween night and Flappy Bat is trying to make his way home. Can you help the Flappy Bat navigate through numerous procedurally generated obstacles. Flap your way past enemies and obstacles and compete on the global leader board for the ultimate top score!
Why similar: 2.5D 26.7%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Arcade 13.4%, Cartoony 10.8%, Old School 9%
Grab your weapons and delve into this action side-scroller intense adventure. Jump around and explore the insane levels. Shoot and dodge your way through enemies. Fight to find your friend and solve the disappearance!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Side Scroller 23%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Platformer 15.7%, Cartoony 8.2%
The Helper is a fast-moving, energetic, fun and madness-packed 2D video game that allows you to play as “The Helper” (hence the name, duh!), a lad that helps The Professor by gathering Gravity Crystals for his secret experiment.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.1%, Platformer 20.5%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, Arcade 17.9%, Action 7.6%
Take on a howling challenge in Full Moon Rush! This classic shoot 'em up is a bullet hell masterpiece with a boss rush twist. With 15 epic battles and old-school graphics, you'll need expert shooting skills to survive. Customizable health and Assist Mode make it accessible to all.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Side Scroller 20.4%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 12.8%, Arcade 9.8%
PORADORA vs. Monsters of the World is a thrilling 2.5D action-adventure platformer! Explore the world’s most iconic locations, uncover hidden mythological secrets, and take down monstrous foes in style. Jump, shoot, slide, and conquer! Adventure awaits! Are you ready? LET'S GO!
Why similar: 2.5D 30.6%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Platformer 16.2%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Action 7.9%
Rockett Action. Rockett Speed. Rockett 2D Adventure. Rockett Gear EX is a fast-paced 2D retro action platformer inspired by classic mecha and arcade games. Experience intense combat, high-speed gameplay, and a nostalgic sci-fi atmosphere that pays tribute to the golden age of retro gaming.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.6%, 2.5D 19.1%, Platformer 11.1%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Arcade 9.6%
2D Owen is an arcade platformer in which you can explore 8 different worlds & experience a lot of adventures. Run, swim, use Jetpack, Pogo Stick, Hang Glider, Cart, Jump Ball & other things.
Why similar: Platformer 20.8%, Side Scroller 18.3%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Arcade 15.1%, Action 11.6%
Welcome to Mowigun’s World. You awake with no memory in a colorful world under attack by animal-like robots. As you progress, you uncover the reality behind the robots’ origins. This is an action-packed 2.5D platformer where you defeat enemies, conquer chaos, and dodge obstacles!
Why similar: Side Scroller 25%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, 2.5D 17.8%, Platformer 12.1%, Arcade 9.6%
Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!
Why similar: Platformer 24%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Old School 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%
Serious Breakdown is a platformer, in the role of a robot, you need to clean up the levels as much as possible and get the necessary parts. Learn to dodge or kill enemies. At the end of the path, you will need to defeat the main villain of this universe.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.1%, 2D Platformer 21.6%, Platformer 18.8%, Arcade 14.7%, Action 7.7%
Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Platformer 15%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Old School 12.2%, 2D Platformer 11.6%
FLING, PULL, KICK! Do whatever it takes to win! Play across 5 UNIQUE MAPS and 3 GAME MODES! Collect a variety of pickups from SWORDS to RAYGUNS! Online Multiplayer via REMOTE PLAY TOGETHER![/list]
Why similar: 2.5D 18.5%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Platformer 14%, 2D Platformer 13%, Arcade 12.6%
Best Buds vs Bad Guys is a 2D run ’n’ gun from a game developer Dad and his 11 year old son, with a special message behind it. Travel to 11 different worlds, all presented in classic 16-bit style, with a catchy chip-tune soundtrack and lots of over-the-top weapons!
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.6%, Platformer 17.6%, Arcade 13.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
Take on the role of the rad red croc Brock in this 2D action platformer. Equiped with his trusty whip and fruitgun, blast and swing your way through an adventure inspired by the 90s, taking on giant bee mechas, mad ducktors and more as you try to stop the wicked Wize and his legion of minions!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Arcade 13.3%
Something mysterious is happening in the pumpkin patch this Halloween! You control Pumpkin Man, a humanoid pumpkin thing animated by occult forces on a quest to discover why things are so creepy. And you vomit candy corn.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 13%, Arcade 10.4%
A Simple and Bite-sized retro 2D Platformer about a frog on another side-scrolling adventure
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.4%, 2D Platformer 23%, Platformer 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Stylized 9.2%
Play the OFFICIAL Alex Jones video game! A classic arcade shooter in which you play as Alex Jones and save the world from the evil globalist plot to turn everyone into bug-eating pod-dwelling libtards! Stay tuned for future bonus levels and characters...
Why similar: America 17.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Side Scroller 14.8%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Arcade 10.5%
In this addictive arcade style platformer from 1983, jump through 20 levels of moving platforms, zany hazards, and bizarre enemies, each more difficult than the last. Time your jumps carefully, because one wrong move could send you hurtling downwards.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.7%, Platformer 18.8%, Arcade 14.3%, Retro 9.4%, Old School 8.9%
Explore new worlds in Lollypop, the colorful classic action platformer! In this adventure, you’ll play as Lolly, a windup doll that mysteriously comes to life with one goal – to free the world from the evil clutches of Sugarbaby, who is tormenting the land with hordes of quirky enemies.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.7%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Platformer 16.9%, Arcade 8.6%, Retro 8.3%
In a world devastated by machines, humanity places its last hope in a warrior equipped with special armor. Explore intense stages, face challenging bosses, and fight to reclaim what remains of the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Arcade 15.9%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 12.2%
Help Terry Poorflyer escape an island ruled by evil crabs! Inspired by retro side-scrolling platformers, Terry Poorflyer adds own "stomp" flair to it, handled by physics engine more advanced than in HL3! (or, at least at the time this description has been written)
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.3%, Platformer 20.4%, Old School 16.6%, Side Scroller 13%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%
The Christmas Gifts is a 2D Old School Christmas Themed Action Platformer based on the story of a boy named Kim who is in search of his gifts which got stolen from his garden.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.3%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Platformer 16.3%, Old School 9%, Cartoony 8.7%