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  1. #1 Duck's Despair
    97% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2024
    Dev: Faith G.
    Windows

    Embark on a brutally hard platforming journey as a desperate Duck who cannot fly. Will you make the pain your friend or give up on your dreams ?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.2%, Difficult 29.5%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Colorful 9%, Adventure 3.8%

  2. #2 Rainboy
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: seallliogames
    Windows · Mac

    Rainboy is a precision platformer with 100s of exhilarating levels! You were brought into this universe knowing nothing... Join Rainboy and Dart on a journey around the world as they discover the meaning of their existence!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.8%, Difficult 30%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Colorful 8.5%, Adventure 2.5%

  3. #3 FOX ADVENTURE ~HOMEWARD JOURNEY~
    96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Happy Sufferer
    Windows

    A challenging 2D platform game.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 34.9%, Difficult 34.9%, 2D Platformer 23.6%, Adventure 5%, Indie 1.6%

  4. #4 Ryze
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Idomi Games
    Windows · Linux

    Ryze is an unforgiving, quirky, 2D platformer. Throw yourself to the top, past challenging and diverse biomes. But beware one misstep and the loss may turn out to be high... or low depending on perspective.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.4%, Difficult 32.3%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Adventure 3.7%, Action 2.8%

  5. #5 Dr. oil
    94% matchPositive91% of 47 reviews2021
    Dev: Antena
    Windows

    This is a classic 2D hardcore platformer in which you have to constantly die in order to advance and kill the most evil seagull in the world.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.5%, Difficult 29.3%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Colorful 4.6%, Indie 3.4%

  6. #6 I Have No Nose and I Must Climb
    93% matchMostly Positive79% of 24 reviews2023
    Dev: Team Sometimes Y
    Windows

    Work with your hands to help Wally reach the top of the world to retrieve something dear to them.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.8%, Difficult 28.3%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Cartoony 9.6%, Adventure 2.5%

  7. #7 Ascend The Well
    92% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2024
    Dev: EagleEye Games
    Windows

    Use your grappling hook to make precise jumps and make your way up the well! Try not to fall, it might be a long way down...

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 37.4%, Difficult 35.5%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Cartoony 6.6%, Adventure 3.9%

  8. #8 Quase Rosa
    91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Ygapu K.
    Windows · Linux

    Quase Rosa is a 2D precision platformer with elements of randomness. With each attempt to beat a level, a different possible skill.

    Why similar: Difficult 37.2%, Precision Platformer 36.6%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Adventure 3.8%, Indie 3.7%

  9. #9 Quadrobat
    91% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2022
    Dev: Trinal Games
    Windows · Linux

    The precision platformer where you swing through a long interconnected world, flying through portals.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.7%, Difficult 34.4%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Action 2.5%, Indie 1.6%

  10. #10 Noir
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bœuf Musqué
    Windows

    Noir is a colorful, dynamic, and challenging platform game. Collect the energy balls in each level to reveal the exit portal. Play through hundreds of levels to beat this fast-paced and exhilarating game !

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 41.1%, Difficult 30.4%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Colorful 9.9%, Action 3.6%

  11. #11 Make Capybara Happy
    89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Mehmet Tuna
    Windows

    Jump platform to platform with cute capybara.ㅤㅤㅤ This game much and much harder than it looks.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 46.3%, Difficult 31.2%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Adventure 1.8%, Indie 1.5%

  12. #12 DASH n CRY
    89% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
    Dev: Painful Smile
    Windows

    DASH n CRY is a fast-paced, challenging 2D Precision Platformer game for those who want to put their skills to their limits.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43%, Difficult 29.3%, 2D Platformer 18%, Action 3.7%, Adventure 3.7%

  13. #13 Jumpy Ball Happy Fun Time
    88% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
    Dev: Gabriel Brock
    Windows

    2D precision platformer/obstacle game.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.3%, Difficult 35.9%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Colorful 9.6%, Adventure 3.6%

  14. #14 Try Not To Plummet
    86% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Uncredited
    Windows

    Determination, a jetpack and a dream of returning home is all you have against the might of Mt. Cadere. There is a high chance that you'll plummet back down to the depths, but don't lose hope! Keep climbing using what little fuel you have, or you might just end up like the others on the mountain...

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.1%, Difficult 30%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Colorful 5.2%, Action 2.3%

  15. #15 zzzzz
    87% matchMostly Positive72% of 39 reviews2019
    Dev: SimpleCMTPub: LGV
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Who's behind this? zzzzz is a hardcore platformer where you have to overcome a series of challenging levels in order to find the answers you're looking for.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 38.4%, Difficult 29.7%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Colorful 8.1%, Action 2.8%

  16. #16 Squavity
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ironstride
    Windows

    Squavity is a mind-bending, gravity-flipping precision platformer. Navigate through 9 brutal levels with a final boss fight, using your ability to flip gravity to overcome obstacles, evade traps, and unlock secrets hidden within a dynamic world.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.4%, Difficult 27.3%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Colorful 10.1%, Cartoony 8.8%

  17. #17 Conga Cat
    85% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2024
    Dev: Caido
    Windows

    Experience an adrenaline-fueled 2D platformer where you'll navigate tough challenges with jumps, climbs, and dashes at a thrilling pace.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.2%, Difficult 32.4%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Action 2.8%, Adventure 2.5%

  18. #18 Canto I
    84% matchVery Positive82% of 51 reviews2024
    Dev: LudosGDPub: Neoclassic Games
    Windows · Mac

    Face the Dark Forest of the Divine Comedy in this action platformer inspired by the Sommo Poeta’s masterpiece! Help Dante avoid pitfalls, spikes & specters using double jumps, magical attacks and dashes. Find the scrolls containing the triplets of the Canto exploring this gloomy, pixelart forest!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 41%, Difficult 29.5%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Cartoony 6%, Action 3.4%

  19. #19 Rage Rock
    82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: Abdulrahim Al Methiab
    Windows

    A challenging physics rage platformer where you launch a stubborn rock up a mountain.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.9%, 2D Platformer 21%, Difficult 18.4%, Colorful 10.1%, Action 6.6%

  20. #20 Celadon
    84% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: Karpopper
    Windows

    A tightly designed, precision platformer with a large variety of mechanics. Jump, dash and teleport your way past spikes to get to the end. Use multiple move sets over seven chapters. For players of all skill levels to enjoy!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.9%, Difficult 36.5%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Indie 0.3%

  21. #21 Spike Mtn
    83% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
    Dev: WorldForm
    Windows

    Master fast and fun movement in Spike Mtn to overcome tough challenges in this 2D precision platformer!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 37.8%, Difficult 29.6%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, Colorful 6.5%, Cartoony 4.5%

  22. #22 PokeyPoke
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SaraJS
    Windows

    Stab stuff and find shiny things.

    Why similar: Difficult 41.6%, Precision Platformer 31%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Action 6.3%, Indie 5.3%

  23. #23 The Pogo Witch
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: VLaDOS
    Windows · Linux

    A challenging hand-drawn 2D platform game. Master the pogo technique and climb to the top of the tower, where its creator awaits.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.9%, Difficult 30.5%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Adventure 3.5%, Indie 2.3%

  24. #24 Uncolor
    79% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2026
    Dev: Alatus Games
    Windows

    Rush through rooms with challenging platforms and terrains, duel with the Color Guardians and claim their hues to your uncolor deeds. Master the precision platformer essentials: WallJump, DoubleJump, SharpTiming. A field day for the SpeedRunners!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 51.6%, Difficult 37.3%, 2D Platformer 6.2%, Adventure 3.2%, Indie 1.8%

  25. #25 SongBird: FlingAThing
    80% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Sock Puppet Gost
    Windows

    A unique, stylish platformer based around flinging yourself as fast as possible in any direction. Venture deep into the "Songbird Short Stop" to fix a cash register that won't scan milk in this exhilarating precision platformer.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 46%, Difficult 29.8%, 2D Platformer 19.5%, Adventure 2.9%, Indie 1.9%

  26. #26 NIMAN
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Strange Nebula
    Windows

    Niman is a fast paced, 2D-Action Platformer with minimalist look and a gravity bending level design where you need skill and tenacity to get through

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 45.1%, Difficult 30.8%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Action 3.9%, Indie 1.4%

  27. #27 Experiment 00
    78% matchNo user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Moss Game Dev
    Windows

    A vertical platformer about making careful jumps, falling a lot, and deciding whether to give up or keep going.

    Why similar: Difficult 38.4%, Precision Platformer 38.1%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Adventure 3.9%, Indie 2.7%

  28. #28 The Way Of Joy
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sunny Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The Way Of Joy reflects actual life, where you must fail so much to achieve success, complete the mission, and reach the "Joy" at the end of the goal.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 34%, Difficult 33.5%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Action 6.4%, Adventure 6%

  29. #29 Bubbles The Octopus
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Numbreaksgames
    Windows

    A merciless platformer where you play as a cute octopus named Bubbles, collecting pearls and failing countless times against mean, downright unfair traps. Perfect your controls, defy vicious obstacles, and challenge your nerves.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.8%, Difficult 30.6%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Action 3.7%, Indie 2.2%

  30. #30 1000 SCORE: 2D Platformer
    77% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Inat
    Windows

    No mistakes allowed! No checkpoints, no safety nets. Just move forward and survive. If you fail, you lose everything and start over. A true test of nerves!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.7%, Difficult 43.3%, Colorful 5.9%, Indie 3.1%

  31. #31 Voltorometer Recharged +
    77% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Some Random Dev
    Windows

    A remake of a Flash game you've never heard of! Escape from the factories that want to harvest your electrical energy and platform your way through over 30 levels across many worlds. Unlock new modes, challenges and more in this remade version of the original.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.9%, Difficult 25.6%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Cartoony 10.3%, Colorful 7%

  32. #32 G!
    76% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Alboran Studios
    Windows

    G! is a challenging Bullet Hell platformer that experiments with your perception of gravity, space, and movement. Powered by a frenetic electronic soundtrack, every level is a test of skill, reflexes and sanity.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.1%, Difficult 37.2%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Colorful 5.9%, Action 3.3%

  33. #33 Some Jello and a Hard Place
    75% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Orin TPub: Oatea
    Windows · Linux

    Worlds hardest game? You'll just have to find out yourself.

    Why similar: Difficult 37.1%, Precision Platformer 28.3%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Cartoony 11%, Colorful 7.2%

  34. #34 Station 13
    76% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Cube 80 Studio
    Windows

    Help the astronaut escape from Station 13 and survive the LAH 13.000 AI and all the traps in a handcrafted platformer game.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 46%, Difficult 31.7%, 2D Platformer 12%, Indie 3.6%, Action 3.5%

  35. #35 Boom Ascent
    74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Cyber Budgie Studio
    Windows

    Use bombs to move around and reach the top of a world full of obstacles and find help to regain your human form. Watch out for falls! Are you ready to take on this challenge?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.5%, Difficult 30.4%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Adventure 3.4%, Action 1.8%

  36. #36 SnakeLaw Island
    75% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2021
    Dev: David McIntoshPub: Brainchild
    Windows

    SnakeLaw Island is a quirky platformer filled with devious levels, loads of boss fights, and a beautiful soundtrack! Navigate a sprawling world of glaciers, deserts and forests as you meet the lovable cast of characters in this world locked in conflict.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 45.8%, Difficult 37.2%, Colorful 9.7%, Adventure 3.7%, 2D Platformer 1.4%

  37. #37 Megabat
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Arff Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    While in search of food, a fruit bat stumbles its way through the ventilation system of a secret facility finding unique fruit that give special abilities. While in search of more fruit the bat must avoid traps and enemies. Will the bat be able to satiate it's hunger and escape with its life?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.1%, Difficult 32.2%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Action 2.7%, Adventure 2.3%

  38. #38 nyanjet
    73% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: jyona
    Windows

    "nyanjet" is a precision platformer where the only way is up. Be cautious, be bold, and never fear the fall. Master the simple yet challenging controls of a cat-piloted jetpack.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 41.2%, Difficult 38.5%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Action 3.7%

  39. #39 Frog Knight
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mechanical Maze
    Windows

    Climb out of a cursed pit as a daring frog wielding a talking sword. Bounce off floating orbs, master precise jumps, and face the risk of losing everything with a single fall. No checkpoints. No mercy. Just the climb.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.4%, Difficult 33.1%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Indie 3.1%, Action 2.1%

  40. #40 ウルトラジェットガール
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ashi
    Windows

    Jetpack Action Game The protagonist, Lou, picks up a broken jetpack and sets off for the distant Sky Islands in search of his mother. The jetpack is broken and can't hold much fuel, so defeat enemies to refuel as you make your way to the Sky Islands!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.3%, Difficult 32.1%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Colorful 7.5%, Action 2.8%

  41. #41 Jump4
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: utq
    Windows

    A puzzle-platformer with ONLY ONE BUTTON and LIMITED JUMPS. You should jump.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.1%, Difficult 34%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Indie 2.2%, Action 1.2%

  42. #42 MINIMAL PAIN
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Samud3v
    Windows

    A minimalist 2D precision platformer where every jump matters. Simple mechanics, unforgiving level design, and constant failure. Learn from your mistakes, stay focused, and push forward through pure, intentional pain.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.8%, Difficult 29.6%, 2D Platformer 19.8%, Indie 2.7%

  43. #43 1 Screen Platformer: Prologue
    71% matchVery Positive87% of 218 reviews2020
    Dev: Return To Adventure Mountain, LLCPub: Return To Adventure Mountain, LLC
    Windows

    FREE DEMO features 1 playable character and 1 complete level with leaderboards. Try, die, retry in this challenging but fair precision platformer that takes place on 1 screen. Ultra tight controls, dozens of traps. Great for speedrunning, and 100% completionists. Also, no water levels!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.7%, Difficult 33.1%, 2D Platformer 18.1%, Action 2.6%, Adventure 2.4%

  44. #44 Axolotl is Dry
    71% matchVery Positive90% of 51 reviews2022
    Dev: Manodeix
    Windows

    Axolotl is Dry is a precision platforming game where you play as a little axolotl taken from his home. You'll need to jump, dash and slide your way through the harsh desert before you sweat yourself dry. Help the axolotl get to his home!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 39%, Difficult 31.7%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Colorful 6.1%, Action 2.6%

  45. #45 Awesome Pea 3
    71% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2023
    Dev: PigeonDev
    Windows

    Awesome Pea is a fast precision platformer where you must run&jump through a series of challenging stages

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.9%, Difficult 35.2%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Indie 2.4%, Action 1.4%

  46. #46 Keepy UP
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: TLL
    Windows

    Push yourself ever higher in this challenging reimagining of a classic childhood game. Guide your balloon through a vertical gauntlet of seagulls, ghosts, UFOs and more! Your balloon is your only friend, and gravity is your greatest foe. Are you skilful enough to Keepy UP?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 54.6%, Difficult 39.6%, Action 4%, Indie 1.7%

  47. #47 Bring Slime to Mommy
    69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: BlueLionGames
    Windows

    The baby slime has fallen from space to Earth! Control the slime with your mouse and guide it back to its mommy! Bring Slime to Mommy! Embark on an adventure with an adorable slime in this challenging 2D platformer that demands precise control!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.5%, Difficult 35.4%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Adventure 3.8%, Indie 2.4%

  48. #48 Mount Farewell
    70% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: EmInSpace
    Windows

    Denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance. Five stages to overcome on Mount Farewell. This game is a difficult 2D precision platformer about grief for those who like a challenge.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.8%, Difficult 33.1%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Action 2.9%, Adventure 2.8%

  49. #49 Swing Scale
    69% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: Paleap Studio
    Windows

    Swing Scale is a game that uses centrifugal force to explore various worlds and aim upward. Adjust the length of the wire, adjust the speed, and push the limits.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.2%, Difficult 31.5%, Cartoony 11%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Action 3.7%

  50. #50 Yumpgril
    70% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Shwiftmade
    Windows

    Take on the challenge of Yumpgril, a brutally difficult precision platformer. Climb, jump and fall your way through increasingly difficult locations. Do you have what it takes to reach the top?

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.9%, Difficult 37.6%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Indie 3.7%, Action 3.4%

  51. #51 Super Meat Boy
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 36,925 reviews2010
    Dev: Team Meat
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 54.7%, Difficult 27.7%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Indie 2.2%, Action 0.6%

  52. #52 Cat Box Paradox
    68% matchPositive100% of 40 reviews2021
    Dev: BiscuitLocker
    Windows

    In this fast paced retro platform game, you must think fast as you run, jump and swap colour, making your way through 8 floors of challenging and amusing colour changing mayhem.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.3%, Difficult 33.4%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Action 3.2%, Indie 0.5%

  53. #53 Down n' Up
    68% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: dotsquare
    Windows · Mac

    Down n' Up is a platformer where you can't move: you can only jump. In an all-in-one map where many challenges await you, climb higher and higher to reach the top. Be careful not to fall from too high!

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 48.1%, Difficult 35.5%, 2D Platformer 10%, Action 4%, Indie 2.3%

  54. #54 Froggy Quest
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Isaac White
    Windows

    Help Froggy complete a quest in this colorful platformer adventure! Use your sticky tongue to pull, push, and grapple through many challenging levels while collecting as many flies as you can.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 40.1%, Difficult 31.8%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Colorful 6%, Adventure 2.8%

  55. #55 RITE
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 341 reviews2020
    Dev: Pond Games PTY LTD
    Windows · Linux

    RITE is a high-speed, precision platformer where you must conquer a series of challenging trials, a rite of passage for every Nim.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 37.2%, Difficult 25.7%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Colorful 7.3%, Action 4%

  56. #56 BUZZ
    66% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2024
    Dev: LAUNDRY GAMES
    Windows

    BUZZ is a challenging, free-form, momentum-based platformer with fast-paced, fluid gameplay.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.6%, Difficult 35.1%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Indie 3.6%, Action 3.4%

  57. #57 H.A.R.D.
    67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Diaskateo
    Windows · Mac

    Are you able to overcome the obstacles in the 40 levels of H.A.R.D. ? Enter this insanely difficult game to figure it out.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 46.2%, Difficult 34.2%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Indie 1.3%

  58. #58 1 Screen Platformer
    67% matchVery Positive87% of 424 reviews2019
    Dev: Return To Adventure Mountain, LLC
    Windows · Mac

    This is a SHORT, 2D PLATFORMER with TIGHT CONTROLS about exploring a single level to get past a bunch of TRAPS. There is an EASY mode and a HARD mode depending on your skill level.

    Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.7%, Difficult 33.3%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Action 2.3%, Adventure 2%

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