Games Like Papo & Yo

Guide two brothers on an epic fairy tale journey from visionary Swedish film director, Josef Fares and top-tier developer Starbreeze Studios. Control both brothers at once as you experience co-op play in single player mode, like never before.

Why similar: Emotional 23.1%, Adventure 13.2%, Story Rich 12.9%, Puzzle 12.2%, Atmospheric 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: It masterfully uses cooperative-style mechanics to tell a deeply emotional story about a relationship, mirroring the emotional weight found in Papo & Yo.

When humans get too lonely, they turn into monsters… Set sail across a beautiful and evolving world of darkness and light, and discover what it means to be human.

Why similar: Emotional 30.3%, Platformer 23.2%, 3D Platformer 20.5%, Adventure 12.8%, Atmospheric 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game directly mirrors the metaphor of using monsters to represent emotional struggles and mental health challenges.

Unravel is a physics-based puzzle platformer. Yarny, a character made from a single thread of yarn, must embark on a larger than life adventure.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.5%, Puzzle 19.1%, Platformer 15.8%, Family Friendly 13.5%, Adventure 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: The game uses a physical connection between characters to solve puzzles, emphasizing themes of love, memory, and emotional bonds.

Gris is a hopeful young girl lost in her own world, dealing with a painful experience in her life. Her journey through sorrow is manifested in her dress, which grants new abilities to better navigate her faded reality.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18.8%, Atmospheric 15.9%, Platformer 15.4%, Surreal 11.9%, Story Rich 8%

Why You'll Like It: A stunningly beautiful puzzle-platformer that explores the stages of grief through surreal, evolving environments.

In a world torn between nature’s grace and cold machine invasion, one girl and her companion must rely on their bond to survive and protect what they hold dear. Their story of hope, loss, and love will stay with you long after the journey ends.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31.2%, Emotional 18.4%, Platformer 15.1%, Puzzle 11.9%, Atmospheric 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features a strong companion-based mechanic within a puzzle-platforming framework that emphasizes a touching, narrative-driven journey.

A land of discovery stretches out before you. Explore the beautiful, rugged world of RiME. Armed with your wits and a will to overcome—and the guidance of a helpful fox—you must explore the enigmatic island, reach the tower's peak, and unlock its closely guarded secrets.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 21.7%, Puzzle 19.6%, Adventure 10.8%, Atmospheric 10.8%, Fantasy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional, surreal puzzle-platformer that deals with loss and discovery in a vibrant, dreamlike world.

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: Puzzle Platformer 36%, Platformer 16.5%, Puzzle 12.7%, Story Rich 11%, Atmospheric 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a dark, atmospheric puzzle-platforming experience that relies on environmental storytelling to convey its unsettling narrative.

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: Puzzle Platformer 35%, Puzzle 13.1%, Platformer 11.1%, Atmospheric 10.8%, Adventure 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Captures a similar sense of vulnerability and surreal dread through its unique puzzle-platforming and environmental design.

Explore the ancient, mysterious world of Journey as you soar above ruins and glide across sands to discover its secrets.

Why similar: Atmospheric 29%, Adventure 23.5%, Indie 14.6%, Story Rich 12.5%, Family Friendly 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the emotional resonance of a wordless, atmospheric journey through a surreal landscape.

The Last Campfire is an adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 20.2%, Puzzle Platformer 16.1%, Emotional 15.6%, Puzzle 11.9%, Story Rich 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A gentle, emotional puzzle-adventure that explores themes of purpose and finding one's way.

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

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 48%, Platformer 15.4%, Puzzle 11.9%, Surreal 6.8%, Atmospheric 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A foundational puzzle-platformer that uses a stark, atmospheric world to tell a haunting and emotional story.

Experience the altered memories of a dying man, reliving his entire life as a little boy while lying on his deathbed. Explore the profound depths of his subconscious as you assist Griffin to shed the remains of his miserable life before his impending demise.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20.5%, Emotional 18.1%, Surreal 11.4%, Platformer 10%, Story Rich 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the emotional journey of a boy and his companion through a surreal, puzzle-filled world.

This is the original version of Braid from 2009, which may not work well on newer systems. For an updated version of the game with nicer graphics, more levels and a large amount of developer commentary, see Braid, Anniversary Edition.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 57.9%, Platformer 17.2%, Puzzle 15%, Indie 4.9%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic puzzle-platformer that uses its mechanics to explore complex, mature themes beneath its whimsical surface.

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: Puzzle Platformer 41.6%, Platformer 16.7%, Family Friendly 14.1%, Puzzle 13.9%, Adventure 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: Centers on the unique, cooperative relationship between a boy and his companion to solve environmental puzzles.

From the creators of What Remains of Edith Finch. Enter the surreal world of The Unfinished Swan and explore a mysterious, hidden kingdom by splatting paint to reveal the world around you.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 34.5%, Surreal 23.7%, Puzzle 15.6%, Adventure 8.3%, Indie 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a surreal, artistic puzzle-platforming experience that focuses on discovery and narrative depth.

Play the odds in Lost in Random™, a gothic-fairy-tale-inspired action-adventure where every citizen’s fate is determined by a roll of the dice.

Why similar: Adventure 22.6%, Fantasy 19%, Story Rich 18.6%, Third Person 16.7%, Indie 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features a highly stylized, surreal world and a narrative-heavy approach to puzzle-action gameplay.

Meet Lumote, the squishiest bioluminescent creature, in this beautiful 3D puzzle platformer. Take control of the world’s inhabitants on a quest into the Great Depths to seize control from the Mastermote.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 25.6%, Puzzle Platformer 22.2%, Platformer 10.2%, Third Person 8.4%, Puzzle 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that uses environmental manipulation to progress through a surreal, bioluminescent world.

Spiritfarer® is a cozy management game about dying. As ferrymaster to the deceased, build a boat to explore the world, care for your spirit friends, and release them into the afterlife. The Spiritfarer Farewell Edition includes the heartwarming base game and three major content updates.

Why similar: Emotional 39.4%, Platformer 18.5%, Story Rich 17.3%, Atmospheric 9.2%, Adventure 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply emotional management and platforming game that focuses on the themes of letting go and personal connection.

Max: The Curse of Brotherhood is a cinematic adventure filled with action-packed platforming and creative puzzle-solving. Armed with only a Magic Marker, Max must confront evil at every turn in a hostile and fantastical world in order to save his kid brother, Felix. Join Max on his great adventure!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 49.8%, Platformer 22.9%, Adventure 13%, Puzzle 12.8%, Singleplayer 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: A creative puzzle-platformer that emphasizes the bond between siblings and the use of magical tools to navigate obstacles.

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 66%, 3D Platformer 9.5%, Platformer 6.6%, Story Rich 3.4%, Puzzle 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person adventure that focuses on the emotional narrative of a search for a missing relative.

A single-player journey of discovery through an ancient world of wonders, created by solo developer Jonas Manke.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 22.4%, 3D Platformer 22.1%, Platformer 11.2%, Third Person 10.1%, Puzzle 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric, puzzle-platforming journey that emphasizes wonder and emotional discovery in a beautiful world.

Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.

Why similar: Platformer 30.9%, Fantasy 26%, Story Rich 14%, Adventure 11.8%, Atmospheric 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: Uses a fairy-tale aesthetic to tell a poignant, emotional story through platforming and turn-based exploration.

Papetura is a short atmospheric adventure game, with unique world handmade entirely out of paper, and beautiful fragile music. It tells the story of two little creatures whose house is in danger of being burned down.

Why similar: Surreal 26.1%, Puzzle 15.9%, Family Friendly 12.6%, Story Rich 11.8%, Atmospheric 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A highly stylized, atmospheric puzzle game that relies on visual storytelling to convey its emotional tone.

Degrees of Separation is a puzzle platformer where cooperation is built into every move. Two contrasting souls, Ember and Rime, fall in love, but are separated by an enigmatic force, and must use their powers to progress through a spectacular world of fantasy and adventure.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 38.4%, Platformer 16.3%, Puzzle 13.5%, Story Rich 11.6%, Family Friendly 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer centered on the dynamic relationship between two characters with opposing elemental powers.

Take control of the Underworld’s grumpiest ghoul to help a lost little girl find her way home in this creepy-cute indie adventure. Just be warned: if she cries, the whole world dies.

Why similar: Emotional 41.1%, Story Rich 14.4%, Adventure 12.7%, Indie 10.4%, Family Friendly 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A narrative-driven game that focuses on the emotional bond between a powerful monster and a young girl.

Yono and the Celestial Elephant is a grand adventure, featuring carefully designed puzzles, treasure hunts, a sprinkling combat and a world full of people.

Why similar: Puzzle 32.1%, Adventure 31.3%, Family Friendly 18.7%, Indie 18%

Why You'll Like It: A charming puzzle-adventure that balances lighthearted exploration with a surprisingly deep narrative.

Transform the world of Hob! A new action-adventure from Runic Games, the award-winning studio behind Torchlight I and II. It's your chance. Make it home.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 24%, Puzzle Platformer 22.7%, Platformer 15.1%, Puzzle 12.5%, Adventure 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features world-shifting environmental puzzles that evoke the same sense of discovery and transformation found in Papo & Yo.

Figment is an action-adventure game that invites you to explore a unique surreal universe filled with music, humor and multi layered narrative. Join Dusty and his ever-optimistic friend, Piper, on an adventure through the different sides of the mind seeking to restore the courage that's been lost.

Why similar: Surreal 27.9%, Puzzle 18.5%, Adventure 11.9%, Story Rich 10.3%, Atmospheric 9%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, musical puzzle-adventure that explores the inner workings of the human mind.

Dive into the mind of Lucienne, a tormented painter. Leap through emotional memories, solve puzzles where shapes deceive and emotion leads the way. A dreamlike platformer where each painting brings you one step closer to yourself.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 22.2%, Surreal 14.6%, Puzzle Platformer 13.6%, Emotional 10.7%, Third Person 9.4%

Control the strings of fate and embark on a grand adventure with Drev and Nieve. A magical, story-driven 2.5D puzzle-platformer where puppeteering mechanics and a whimsical, theater-inspired world intertwine.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 24.6%, Puzzle Platformer 19.5%, Platformer 10.4%, Emotional 9.8%, Abstract 8.3%

A cozy, 3D, puzzle platformer with a underlying story. Play as cute origami characters exploring a vast world through puzzles, combat and platforming. Fight your way past enemies and rid the world of the black tar.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 29.5%, Puzzle Platformer 23.7%, Platformer 14.5%, Puzzle 8.7%, Third Person 7.8%

Dropsy is a non-traditional take on the classic point and click adventure formula starring the game’s perpetually carefree namesake clown as he explores a richly detailed world full of colorful characters and sinister secrets, doling out hugs along the way.

Why similar: Adventure 33.7%, Surreal 28.1%, Story Rich 11%, Puzzle 9.3%, Indie 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: An unconventional, emotional point-and-click adventure that focuses on empathy and connection in a surreal world.

Moss: The Forgotten Relic is an emotional and atmospheric adventure set in the pages of a living storybook, brimming with myth and ancient magic. Guide a tiny but determined hero on a heartfelt journey of challenge, courage, and connection.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 25.5%, Puzzle Platformer 21%, Platformer 10.3%, Emotional 9%, Third Person 7.9%

DOMINO: The Little One, a hand-drawn 2D adventure game, invites you to traverse a realm where the perils of global warming and ecological catastrophe manifest as monstrous entities, and the only weapon at your disposal is your wit and will to make a change.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.1%, Abstract 15.3%, Platformer 14.8%, Emotional 11%, Psychological 7.8%

A 3D linear collect-a-thon platformer about a frog. Collect golden flies, unlock new worlds, and interact with a variety of mechanics and powerups. Finally, discover what lies behind the great gate.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 54.7%, Platformer 20.9%, Family Friendly 9%, Colorful 6.5%, Adventure 3.9%

Spark & Kling is a couch co-op puzzle platformer where the player will take the role of either Spark, the electric bug, or Kling the metal gel blob. They are trapped in a Homemade lab by a Mad Scientist and the players will have to overcome obstacles and work together to escape.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 31.3%, Puzzle Platformer 26.5%, Puzzle 11.5%, Third Person 8.6%, Adventure 7%

Andarin Weppes is a first person puzzle experience of a man with ever advancing dementia...

Why similar: 3D Platformer 20.9%, Puzzle Platformer 19.4%, Abstract 11.8%, Surreal 11.2%, Psychological 10.9%

How far would you go to save your best friend?For Gomo, the answer to this question is clear: To the end of the world and further, if necessary.Join him on his journey through the bizarre 2D landscapes of this dreamlike Point & Click Adventure!

Why similar: Adventure 43.7%, Puzzle 25.9%, Indie 24.8%, Casual 3.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Alchemy Frogs is a local co-op puzzle platformer game with a 3D, isometric camera, in which Frog & Toad traverse a poisoned swamp to look for a cure that will help them save their family from being turned to stone. Frog & Toad will mix their potions to unleash powerful magical effects.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 32.1%, 3D Platformer 23.9%, Platformer 13.6%, Puzzle 9.8%, Adventure 6.1%

Andarin Weppes is a first person puzzle experience of a man with ever advancing dementia...

Why similar: 3D Platformer 20.4%, Puzzle Platformer 18.4%, Abstract 12.1%, Surreal 11.9%, Emotional 10.1%

A runaway boy meets a lost fawn, and together they cross a quiet, dangerous world. Solve puzzles, climb, and slip past threats as your companion grows from a fragile newborn into a powerful deer. What you cannot do alone, you learn to do together.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 28.8%, Emotional 19.6%, Platformer 15.6%, Puzzle 11.1%, Story Rich 9.5%

Find a way through the towers and dungeons of TRI by solving puzzles, climbing impossible ascents and reflecting light-rays. The mystical TRI will let you create your own paths in this strange world – just try not to lose your mind when you're falling upside down!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 29.1%, Surreal 18%, Platformer 12.3%, Puzzle 11.9%, Puzzle Platformer 6.6%

Puzzle Flatformer Game Adventures Over Obstacles at a Paper Amusement Park

Why similar: Emotional 34.4%, Platformer 33.8%, Adventure 23%, Indie 5.3%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Scarf is an atmospheric and emotional journey about what it means to be a hero. An adventure game mixing puzzles and 3D platforms. Explore beautifully crafted worlds and discover your true destiny with the help of a dragon-shaped scarf.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 25%, Emotional 13.4%, Platformer 10.9%, Third Person 9.4%, Puzzle 8.3%

A platform puzzle paint adventure about breaking rules, being upside down and thinking outside the box.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 22.9%, Puzzle Platformer 20.5%, Surreal 12.3%, Abstract 11.7%, Platformer 9.1%

Embark on an adorable adventure, discover new friends and uncover everything the island has to offer. Climb, Swim, Glide and slide your way into the hearts of the many different characters you meet on your travels!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 38.4%, Family Friendly 19.4%, Third Person 11.1%, Colorful 9.6%, Adventure 6.8%

Dad's Monster House is a hand-drawn puzzle game featuring horror and fantasy. It tells the story of Carlos' journey after he receives a distress call from his father, pleading for him to return to his old home and rescue his dad.

Why similar: Surreal 36.7%, Puzzle 18.8%, Fantasy 14.7%, Story Rich 14.5%, Adventure 6.5%

Guide Froggo through a world on sticky notes and relax while solving the puzzle of his journey home to find his best friend Buddy. Meet quirky animal friends, solve satisfying puzzles, help one another and relax in this cozy and heartwarming adventure with an intuitive drag-and-drop puzzle style.

Why similar: Puzzle 26.4%, Story Rich 20%, Family Friendly 15.3%, Atmospheric 11.2%, Adventure 8.9%

Take control of five cute, mystical creatures of miniature proportions called CreaVures. CreaVures always travel in pairs, and they must use their special abilities to help each other solve interesting platforming puzzles.

Why similar: Platformer 60.2%, Indie 39.8%

Two best friends, one wild adventure. Join best friends Nunu and Willump on an adventure across the frozen wilds of the Freljord. Song of Nunu: A League of Legends Story is a single-player story adventure developed by Tequila Works.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 23.8%, Emotional 17%, Puzzle 14.3%, Story Rich 12%, Fantasy 11.4%

Swing over spikes and pits, find the secrets of a mysterious tree and overcome difficult challenges as a brave tiny lizard in this small adventure.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 48.2%, Platformer 21.2%, Family Friendly 12.1%, Colorful 5.7%, Indie 5%

Eternal Hope is a puzzle platformer game that follows the story of Ti’bi – a boy who must embark on a journey of love and hope to find his beloved’s soul.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 28.3%, Platformer 16.4%, Emotional 13.2%, Puzzle 10.5%, Story Rich 9.2%

Become a kid’s imaginary friend, and work together in an epic VR puzzle-platforming adventure!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 28.8%, Puzzle Platformer 25.6%, Platformer 12.4%, Third Person 9.4%, Puzzle 8.9%

The Beggar’s Ride is a unique and innovative Platform Puzzle Adventure Game where the player can manipulate the environment to solve puzzles in a deep and intriguing story of discovery.

Why similar: Platformer 16.8%, 3D Platformer 14.2%, Puzzle Platformer 13.8%, Emotional 10.2%, Puzzle 8.7%

Waddle into a reality-bending odyssey where simply being a duck is your greatest superpower. With the help of your magical cap, switch instantly between 2D and 3D to uncover hidden paths, outsmart aliens, and rescue your kidnapped chicken friends in this wholesome puzzle platformer adventure.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 34.6%, Platformer 17.6%, Puzzle 13.2%, Family Friendly 11.7%, Atmospheric 7.5%

Befriend strange monsters as you explore the surreal magic of the monster garden and discover its secrets!

Why similar: Surreal 27%, Adventure 20.4%, Indie 13.8%, Story Rich 11%, Casual 10.3%

Grenouilles 3D is a multiplayer co-hopping game. Hop your way out of polluted ponds and try to find a more suitable place to live. With a unique mouse only control scheme, alone or with your colorful friends hop to the top!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 36.8%, Platformer 15%, Surreal 12.8%, Third Person 10.5%, Family Friendly 7.7%

Journey with the shaman panda, Juju, and his lizard sidekick, Peyo, as they embark upon a dangerous and mystical journey to save Juju's father and the world from an ancient evil. Run, bounce, chant, and battle humongous bosses with a friend or family member in this beautifully animated, lighthearted adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 38.1%, Adventure 20.5%, Indie 14.7%, Family Friendly 14%, Casual 12.7%

Control a herd of charming creatures called Trebhum and explore an unforgettable alien world filled with exotic lifeforms and surreal environments. Discover dozens of mutations to overcome puzzles, explore new biomes, and survive on a dangerous planet.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 22.7%, Surreal 19.2%, Third Person 9.4%, Family Friendly 8.9%, Story Rich 8.7%