Games Like Peaks of Yore

This is a difficult game about climbing.

Why similar: Difficult 25.8%, Philosophical 20.7%, Psychological Horror 17.1%, Physics 15.3%, Platformer 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: Directly mirrors the physics-based, high-tension climbing gameplay found in Peaks of Yore.

Enjoy meditative vibes in Jusant, an action-puzzle climbing game. Scale an immeasurably tall tower and ascend to new heights alongside your watery companion. Master your climbing tools, find your way up through diverse biomes, and piece together the tower’s past.

Why similar: Physics 21%, Parkour 16.3%, Nature 16.1%, Platformer 14.7%, Exploration 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A meditative and atmospheric climbing game that focuses on physics-based mechanics and vertical exploration.

A game I made for a certain kind of person. To hurt them.

Why similar: Difficult 34.4%, Psychological Horror 26.4%, Physics 15.2%, Philosophical 13.5%, Platformer 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential physics-based climbing game that defined the 'rage-game' genre.

Reach a summit never climbed before in this survival-climber from the creators of Furi and Haven. Climb anywhere and plan your route carefully, managing pitons and resources to survive unforgiving Mount Kami. Discover what Aava is willing to sacrifice to achieve the ascent of a lifetime.

Why similar: Difficult 30.4%, Physics 16.5%, Parkour 12.9%, Exploration 9.7%, Atmospheric 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: An upcoming title that emphasizes realistic physics and the mental challenge of mountain climbing.

Fling yourself into a mountain climbing adventure! Become the first to reach the top of the highest mountain in the world and meet eccentric characters along the way!

Why similar: Physics 29.4%, Nature 19.9%, Parkour 15.9%, Platformer 12.9%, Exploration 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features similar physics-based mountain traversal with a focus on overcoming challenging terrain.

An android is led through a vast structure by a glitch in his visual system. Lorn's Lure is an atmospheric narrative first-person platformer with novel climb-anything mechanics and modernized retro 3D graphics.

Why similar: Difficult 28.3%, Parkour 22.9%, Platformer 12.1%, 3D Platformer 9.9%, Exploration 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an atmospheric, first-person climbing experience with a focus on verticality and movement.

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: Difficult 38.8%, Psychological Horror 29.5%, Platformer 9.9%, Philosophical 7.7%, Adventure 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A punishing precision platformer that shares the same sense of dread and accomplishment when scaling difficult heights.

The ultimate climbing and bouldering simulation game. Test your skills across more than 280 routes on real world crags from the Fontainebleau boulders to Hanshelleren Cave, including the legendary route Silence. Create your own routes and compete with friends for the best sends.

Why similar: Difficult 23.1%, Physics 19.2%, Parkour 16.1%, Nature 12.6%, Realistic 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a more simulation-focused approach to the climbing mechanics seen in the seed game.

Embark on a cozy climbing adventure in Valley Peaks, a ribbiting first-person platformer where each mountain is like a puzzle. Install Radio Towers at the top of every ridge to connect the froggy inhabitants to the wider world, venture further into the Valley, conquer peaks and unravel mysteries!

Why similar: Parkour 19.9%, Platformer 15.3%, Nature 15.1%, Exploration 9.9%, First-Person 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines climbing and parkour mechanics with a cozy, exploration-heavy atmosphere.

Roll the boulder to the top.

Why similar: Difficult 23.4%, Philosophical 18.6%, Physics 17.3%, Psychological Horror 16%, Platformer 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the repetitive, physics-based struggle of pushing an object up a mountain.

Climb a surreal mountain on a pogo stick and make friends along the way.

Why similar: Difficult 38.7%, Psychological Horror 31.7%, Platformer 16.3%, Adventure 5.9%, Action 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging physics-based platformer that tests player patience and precision similar to climbing games.

Climb a massive overgrown concrete tower while constantly at risk of falling and losing precious progress. BETON BRUTAL offers a fluid and responsive first person parkour experience through tranquil brutalist architecture.

Why similar: Parkour 21.2%, Difficult 12.8%, Psychological Horror 12.7%, 3D Platformer 10.8%, Platformer 10%

Why You'll Like It: A precision platformer that rewards careful movement and mastery of its physics engine.

A highly punishing 3D precision platformer about a goat bouncing up a beautiful mountain to save its scared baby goat. Can you handle the challenge and endure all obstacles that you will face on your way up the mountain?

Why similar: Difficult 45.5%, Platformer 22.5%, Nature 10.7%, Adventure 10.6%, Stylized 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based platformer that requires careful movement to ascend difficult obstacles.

Be the weapon! Swing like an axe, thrust like a spear, and soar like an arrow in this physics-based platformer. Flip, throw, and carve your path to the peak! Rage burns, revenge awaits... Are you up to the challenge?

Why similar: Difficult 29.5%, Physics 25.8%, Philosophical 16.5%, Platformer 9.6%, Atmospheric 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines physics-based climbing with precision platforming in a stylized environment.

City Climber is a silly physics-based game about a floppy ragdoll climber, who has to save the world. Find your way through diverse hand-crafted environments and enjoy funny challenges full of falling and destruction.

Why similar: Difficult 27.1%, Physics 20.7%, Psychological Horror 18%, Platformer 12.4%, Parkour 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based game about controlling a clumsy character to climb various urban structures.

A punishing VR climbing game. Climb a surreal mountain with nothing but a hammer.

Why similar: Difficult 22.4%, Philosophical 21.8%, Physics 17.6%, Psychological Horror 16.1%, 3D Platformer 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based climbing game that emphasizes the difficulty of vertical movement.

Take control of a mighty ball and fling with great precision towards the top of the Tower. Jump through aesthetically pleasing environments filled with intriguing creatures and encounters. Falling is part of the journey, so just keep going. Can you reach the end?

Why similar: Difficult 22.2%, Philosophical 16.9%, Physics 15.2%, Psychological Horror 15.1%, Platformer 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A precision platformer that focuses on momentum and difficult physics-based jumps.

A game for those who can stick it, and stick to it.

Why similar: Difficult 23.6%, Psychological Horror 16.2%, Parkour 14.7%, Historical 12.2%, Platformer 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A precision platformer that emphasizes difficult, physics-oriented movement.

A physics driven parkour game inspired by "Getting Over It" and "Jump King". Flip, ski, and dive yourself up a massive mountain of stuff. Fall down, rage, get up, shake it off, parkour-on!

Why similar: Difficult 21.4%, Philosophical 19.7%, Physics 15.5%, Psychological Horror 14.4%, Parkour 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous take on the physics-based climbing genre that requires precise timing.

In Crowbar Climber, use your crowbars to make your way up! Face hooks, planks, and gears using only your arms. Can you beat the game before you run out of energy?

Why similar: Difficult 29.4%, Physics 28.5%, Psychological Horror 17.6%, Platformer 11%, First-Person 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: Uses physics-based mechanics to simulate the struggle of climbing with limited tools.

Experience the freedom of unbounded climbing as you take control of BUD, a procedurally animated robot on a quest to save his planet. Create your own path through an alien world as you control and ride a giant plant on a vertical journey to the stars.

Why similar: Parkour 21.9%, Exploration 16.2%, 3D Platformer 15.6%, Physics 15%, Adventure 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features unique physics-based climbing mechanics as you explore a massive alien plant.

This game is hard-boiled. Face the challenge of being a real, fragile egg. Escape the hen-house and jump, roll and climb your way through a farm shop, factory and other perilous environments. With some determination, you might just reach your freedom.

Why similar: Philosophical 22.9%, Difficult 20.4%, Physics 17%, Psychological Horror 13.9%, Platformer 9%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based platformer that focuses on the delicate balance required to climb.

What's better than climbing mountain in a cardboard box? Getting deep frustration every time you fall from it.

Why similar: Difficult 26.4%, Physics 21.7%, Psychological Horror 20.1%, Platformer 13.2%, Adventure 9%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based platformer that captures the frustration and challenge of vertical progression.

Leaping from mind-boggling heights, bouncing off Champolines, soaring inches from floating islands, BUD can do it all - that look of mild terror, that’s his daredevil face. Help the adorable little robot collect MOM’s scattered ship parts and return them to the moon.

Why similar: Exploration 20.9%, 3D Platformer 17.9%, Adventure 16.8%, Physics 15.6%, Atmospheric 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel to Grow Home that expands on the physics-based climbing and exploration mechanics.

The treasures hidden on the peaks await the most lively, goat daredevils. The challenge will be difficult and… irritating - only the best and most patient will get to the top.

Why similar: Difficult 30.9%, Psychological Horror 19.9%, Physics 18.8%, Platformer 13.1%, Retro 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult precision platformer that shares the frustrating yet rewarding loop of climbing games.

Grapple, clamber and fall thousands of meters down into a dark and ancient place in this first-person horror climbing game. You are being hunted.

Why similar: Parkour 21.3%, Physics 20.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Atmospheric 10.6%, First-Person 10%

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Exploration 31%, Nature 27.4%, Adventure 16.6%, 3D Platformer 13.7%, Indie 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: While more relaxed, it features excellent mountain climbing and exploration mechanics.

PEAK is a co-op climbing game where the slightest mistake can spell your doom. Either solo or as a group of lost nature scouts, your only hope of rescue from a mysterious island is to scale the mountain at its center. Do you have what it takes to reach the PEAK?

Why similar: Physics 38.4%, Exploration 14.8%, First-Person 14.5%, Platformer 12.1%, Adventure 8.9%

Just you and your bike - take it on a thrilling ride down an unspoiled mountain landscape. Make your way through thick forests, narrow trails and wild rivers. Race, jump, slide and try not to crash - all the way from the peak to the valley!

Why similar: Difficult 36.2%, Physics 27.3%, Nature 18.1%, Exploration 9.6%, Action 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the atmospheric feeling of mountain traversal and the tension of navigating dangerous paths.

Soviet Bear Uni Adventure is a painfully challenging physics-based action/adventure game. Pedal and lean to stay upright and overcome each crazy obstacle.

Why similar: Difficult 30.6%, Physics 22.5%, Psychological Horror 20.1%, Platformer 13%, 3D Platformer 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based platformer that uses humor and difficulty to challenge the player.

You're in a box and you have to climb as high as possible... if you can make it.

Why similar: Philosophical 25.4%, Psychological Horror 19.6%, Physics 17.5%, Platformer 16.7%, 3D Platformer 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D platformer that focuses on difficult, physics-based movement to reach a target.

Ria's journey to the strange storm...

Why similar: Difficult 31.4%, Psychological Horror 22.9%, Platformer 15.2%, Physics 14.2%, Adventure 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: An adventure platformer that utilizes grappling and climbing mechanics to navigate its world.

Ikarus Parkour is a precision 3D platformer set within a deadly game show. Climb the massive 850-meter vertical tower, overcome its obstacles, and claim the fortune that awaits.

Why similar: Difficult 23.8%, Parkour 16.8%, Psychological Horror 13.8%, Platformer 9.2%, 3D Platformer 8.7%

Every grip is a rebellion against fate. The top holds the only secret method to defeat the demon king, but the path there is paved with countless falls. We pay tribute to every challenger. Reaching the end, you win the dawn of the world; and every attempt, you have already won your own dawn.

Why similar: Difficult 32.8%, Psychological Horror 26%, Physics 14.6%, Platformer 13.9%, Adventure 5.9%

It's a difficult game but it should be easier than real rock climbing.

Why similar: Difficult 21.3%, Philosophical 20.1%, Physics 15.9%, Psychological Horror 15.6%, Platformer 8.1%

Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.

Why similar: Difficult 48.3%, Platformer 22.7%, Atmospheric 5%, Story Rich 4.9%, Adventure 4.1%

A punishing yet friendly get-to-the-top adventure across a haunted, retro-inspired world.

Why similar: Difficult 40.9%, Nature 19.6%, Atmospheric 10.3%, Platformer 9.1%, Physics 7.8%

Spectrolite is a challenging first-person platformer set in futuristic environments. Combine parkouring with powerful abilities, test your skills in fast paced timed challenges, and follow the call of a mysterious specter while traveling through a ruined world.

Why similar: Difficult 28.9%, Parkour 19.7%, First-Person 10.8%, Physics 10.5%, Atmospheric 8.5%

Unrooted is a vibrant and eye-catching precision platformer with lush environments and a stunning musical score. Take up your courage and squash your fear of heights. Travel upwards to lands no sapling has dared to explore before. But heed with caution, the higher you journey, the more you risk.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 29.3%, Platformer 23%, Physics 13.5%, Nature 11.8%, Atmospheric 7.3%

After a difficult awakening, you stumble upon the Grip, a mysterious artifact and grappling hook. Climb up the Mountain to bring back the Grip to the top and unravel the mystery surrounding the Grip. Bon voyage!

Why similar: Parkour 19.7%, Platformer 18.5%, First-Person 12.4%, Exploration 11.7%, 3D Platformer 11.2%

ABOVE is a challenging climbing game set in a mysterious world. Reach, jump and grab on to rocks and moving objects as you pave your way through the vertical terrain. Experience a mysterious and intriguing world with gameplay that will challenge both your skills and endurance.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 23.8%, Exploration 22.9%, Atmospheric 17.5%, Stylized 12.9%, Adventure 10.5%

In a lonely station atop a mountain, a train rumbles its precious cargo to places unknown. Now is your shift. Keep the pace. Uncover a mystery. Fight for your last breath. The air is thin up here.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 32.5%, Exploration 13.8%, Atmospheric 13.6%, Retro 9.8%, Story Rich 7.8%

Cowboy's Adventure - is a Western Deathrun, with three levels of difficulty for your choice!

Why similar: Difficult 41.9%, Physics 23%, Platformer 10.6%, Adventure 8.6%, Action 5.1%

Slither, coil and climb your way to the top of Haven Tor in this one of a kind physics based, puzzle platform adventure from award winning independent studio Sumo Digital!

Why similar: Difficult 25.7%, Physics 22.3%, Nature 14.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Exploration 8%

Discover the tale of two peculiar characters: the Old Pilgrim and the Little Star, as they embark on a journey up the Great Mountain of Wonders. Guide them both simultaneously with a single controller. Join this poetic adventure that will challenge your mind and skills!

Why similar: Nature 26.5%, Adventure 24.6%, Realistic 23.6%, Story Rich 19%, Atmospheric 2.1%

Doorways: Holy Mountains of Flesh is an Immersive Horror Adventure, featuring a Complex Story and Deep Atmosphere.

Why similar: Difficult 30.7%, Psychological Horror 22.6%, First-Person 11%, 3D Platformer 7.4%, Adventure 7.3%

One mountain; Zero checkpoints

Why similar: Psychological Horror 33.8%, Platformer 23.8%, Parkour 13.9%, Physics 13.4%, Retro 8.3%

The higher you climb, the bigger the fall.

Why similar: Difficult 30.2%, Physics 24.3%, Psychological Horror 18.8%, Platformer 15.6%, Story Rich 3.3%

Jump and dash your way to the top in this challenging first-person platformer. Unlock new air jumps and dashes at every milestone as you master your movement abilities and climb through a mysterious, atmospheric world.

Why similar: Parkour 23%, Platformer 20%, 3D Platformer 15.3%, Atmospheric 13.5%, First-Person 11.8%

Think you can make it out? Many have tried… All have failed. Traverse the unforgiving cave and do impossible jumps with your rocket launcher and shotgun.

Why similar: Difficult 29.8%, Physics 22.9%, Psychological Horror 21.4%, Platformer 13.7%, Adventure 6%

A giraffe born with slippery feet sets out to find love...

Why similar: Psychological Horror 27.7%, Difficult 21.4%, Physics 14.7%, Platformer 9.7%, Adventure 8%

A game about a very happy guy and his boulder. (Warning: As an accurate representation of the ancient Myth of Sisyphus, this is likely the most difficult and punishing game you will ever play.)

Why similar: Difficult 33.7%, Philosophical 17.3%, Platformer 14.9%, Physics 11.8%, Psychological Horror 11.6%

Navigate through challenging platforming levels, testing your feline reflexes and determination — all to find your way back home. Falling is never the end; place beds to use as checkpoints, which you may return to whenever you please.

Why similar: Platformer 20.9%, Parkour 14.9%, Nature 13.7%, Psychological Horror 13.5%, 3D Platformer 12.3%

DeadCore is a Platformer-FPS blending exploration and speedrun. Become immersed in a futuristic and dreamlike adventure which will see you climb a huge Tower born from the void and truly put your capabilities to the test. Will you be able to reveal the secrets that lie beneath this fog-ridden world?

Why similar: Difficult 27.7%, Platformer 26.4%, Parkour 18.7%, First-Person 8.8%, 3D Platformer 7.7%

A physics, parkour adventure! Launch yourself up a collection of biomes to reach the summit. Compete against friends by pushing them off platforms to throw them off course. Explore a unique world as a fish out of water.

Why similar: Difficult 23.3%, Physics 21.3%, Psychological Horror 20.8%, Platformer 12%, Realistic 9%

Immerse yourself in a prehistoric ecosystem brought back from extinction. Survive and carve out your niche on islands teeming with danger and opportunity!

Why similar: Nature 39.4%, Exploration 23.8%, Realistic 18.7%, Atmospheric 18.1%

Play as Nate, an unemployed failson with nothing going for him, until one day he discovers a power he never knew he had… putting one foot in front of the other.

Why similar: Difficult 25.6%, Physics 23.1%, Psychological Horror 16.6%, Exploration 10.3%, Nature 9.7%

Knight's Try is a tough platformer with retro 64 bit 3D graphics. Take on the role of an honorable Knight of Trye attempting to complete their sacred trial by leaping through a world full of perilous pitfalls and dangerous traps!

Why similar: Platformer 31.1%, 3D Platformer 18.4%, Adventure 13%, Atmospheric 11.8%, Stylized 9.7%

Relive the 90s in this 16-bit inspired retro platformer! Explore colorful worlds alongside Ronny and their adorable furry friends and help them jump, dash and fight their way to the top of the mountain. Can you overcome the challenges and reach the summit?

Why similar: Difficult 40%, Platformer 21.1%, Exploration 12.3%, Adventure 8.2%, Stylized 7.6%

"INDICTED" is a first-person psychological horror game exploring the fears of Arthur, a police investigator with a dark past. With immersive graphics and environments, and a touch of horror from the 80s and 90s. Thus bringing a unique experience of horror and survival.

Why similar: Psychological Horror 21%, Physics 18.7%, First-Person 11.4%, Realistic 9.4%, Atmospheric 8.6%