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  1. #1 Orange Santa
    97% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2021
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    Orange Santa is a 2D Christmas-Themed Platform Action game based on the story of Orange Santa who is in-charge of the distribution of the Christmas gifts among the children.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 15.2%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 11.9%, Cartoon 9.6%, Shooter 8.3%

  2. #2 Bony Odyssey
    96% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: Anatoly Konstantinov
    Windows

    A fast-paced skelly platformer packed with action and endless challenges! 💀 Are you ready for an adventure that never slows down?

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16.3%, Platformer 14.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Cartoon 11.8%

  3. #3 Terra+Byte
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stygian Blue Games
    Windows

    Terra+Byte is a 2D platformer packed with secrets and charm! You play as Terra the girl and Byte the owl, best friends who set out to find treasure and buy a new house. Rip the heads off your enemies, find valuable artifacts, and chat with a cast of colorful characters across 10 large levels!

    Why similar: Platformer 16.2%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Cartoon 11.7%, Action 9.8%

  4. #4 Way in the stars
    95% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
    Dev: Hamster Team
    Windows

    Way In The Stars is a real adventure! Find the reasons for the disaster, save the ecosystem of the planet and colonists, and start your own way amongst the stars!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 22.9%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Platformer 14.4%, Shooter 12.3%, Action-Adventure 9.8%

  5. #5 Kid Chaos
    94% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2023
    Dev: Magnetic FieldsPub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    Kid Chaos was kidnapped from prehistory by evil scientists from the future. Fight to escape their artificial environments in this club-swinging, havoc-wreaking, side-scrolling platformer, originally released in 1994 for the Commodore Amiga.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.4%, Cartoon 15.5%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 11.1%, Surreal 7.3%

  6. #6 Cloudwalkers
    94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Eclipse Gaming US
    Windows

    A free short shooter-platformer in the clouds!

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.2%, Side Scroller 17%, Shooter 15%, Platformer 12.3%, Funny 9.2%

  7. #7 Blast Brigade vs. the Evil Legion of Dr. Cread
    93% matchVery Positive89% of 325 reviews2022
    Dev: MY.GAMESPub: Knights Peak
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!

    Why similar: Cartoon 14.6%, Platformer 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Cartoony 9.2%, 2D Platformer 8.8%

  8. #8 Little Monkeys Eat Bananas
    92% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
    Dev: Amendment 2 Studios
    Windows

    Run, jump, cling, and climb your way through this monkey-themed 2D Platformer. Jump on baddies to defeat them as you collect bananas to gain lives, regain health, or THROW AT THE BADDIES?!? And don't forget to collect the hidden Golden Banana Coins in each level to unlock a special secret...

    Why similar: Side Scroller 19.8%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 14.3%, Cartoon 13.3%, Cartoony 11.1%

  9. #9 Oozi: Earth Adventure
    91% matchVery Positive86% of 1,035 reviews2013
    Dev: Awesome Games Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Oozi: Earth Adventure is a classic 2D platformer with old school gameplay - no puzzles, no punishment, just 100% pure classic platforming fun! Its most prominent features are HD visuals and beautiful hand-drawn art, but despite its visual style, it’s a good fit for all kinds of gamers!

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 14.7%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Platformer 14%, Old School 11.1%, Cartoony 10.5%

  10. #10 Psycutlery
    89% matchVery Positive100% of 98 reviews2025
    Dev: Luke TarlowePub: FreakZone Games
    Windows

    Grab, throw, eat, and UTTERLY WRECK everything using a mind-controlled spork in this quirky, story-driven, console-styled platforming dramedy. With an emphasis on variety and a grand sense of adventure, Psycutlery offers a surprising full-course meal, despite all unassuming appearances...

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.2%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 12.6%, Lore-Rich 12.1%, Action-Adventure 9.9%

  11. #11 New Supper Banana!
    91% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2021
    Dev: Pikku-a
    Windows · Linux

    Adventure! Drama! New Supper Banana! is a funny adventure platformer drawn entirely in a notebook!

    Why similar: Cartoon 15.4%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Action-Adventure 9.5%

  12. #12 Charlie The Roach
    90% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
    Dev: Gray Mantis
    Windows

    A hilarious take on an old roach named Charlie who needs to platform his way through various environments to free his friends from an evil one.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.7%, Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Cartoony 10.4%

  13. #13 I am Reptile
    89% matchPositive97% of 29 reviews2025
    Dev: diedemor studio
    Windows

    In this 2D action platformer, you'll play as a humanoid reptile and save the planet and your people from an evil corporation! Reach the control center and activate the self-destruct mechanism! It won't be easy, as there are plenty of traps, obstacles, and heavily armed guards in your way!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 15.7%, Platformer 13.2%, Cartoon 12.8%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Action-Adventure 10.5%

  14. #14 Tiny Dangerous Dungeons Remake
    88% matchVery Positive95% of 79 reviews2025
    Dev: Adventure Islands
    Windows

    Guide Timmy the little treasure hunter through traps and puzzles to reach the legendary treasure! Experience the classic mini metroidvania remade with new visuals, music, and content!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 14.1%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 12.4%, Cartoon 12%, Action-Adventure 10.3%

  15. #15 Hellworld!
    87% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: skullpixl
    Windows

    A story-driven 2D platforming game in which you possess your enemies and use their abilities to solve puzzles and make your way through the land of Hellworld.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 14.7%, Cartoon 12.8%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 12.2%, Action-Adventure 10.1%

  16. #16 Fermi The Radioactive Hodgepodge
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tyteros Interactive LLC
    Windows

    Fermi the Radioactive Hodgepodge is a chemistry pun-filled platformer that combines elements from retro and modern games to offer the unforgettable radioactive adventure the world needs now more than ever!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 20.2%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Cartoony 7.4%

  17. #17 DAB 12
    86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: Kangaroo Standard
    Windows

    A 2D platformer about vanquishing capitalizm

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.4%, Platformer 17.4%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Action-Adventure 13.2%, Action 7.9%

  18. #18 TeamJumpers: New Reality
    85% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2022
    Dev: Pablo HeckmanPub: PMH Interactive LLC
    Windows

    A team-based Indie platformer involving traversing multiple realities to explore and defeat bosses and enemies from all corners of the multiverse! From the demogoblins of the inside out, all the way to the end where you must face the one pulling the strings.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 15.3%, Cartoon 13.6%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Platformer 12%, Cartoony 9.7%

  19. #19 Legends Of The Eternal Flame
    84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Lapalapa Magic TeamPub: GamePlanet
    Windows

    Embark on a thrilling adventure in this 2D platformer and see if you can brave numerous obstacles in a quest to save the world from eternal darkness.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16.2%, Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Cartoony 8.9%

  20. #20 Mr. Hibbl
    84% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2020
    Dev: ThiGames
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Jump, dodge, collect! There is a lot of action waiting for you in this entertaining platformer!

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 16%, Platformer 15.9%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Cartoon 12.4%

  21. #21 Paper Man: Chinese New Year
    83% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: HUAMENG SHANHAI XI'AN ANIMATION DESIGN
    Windows

    Lunar New Year》 cleverly integrates the 12 zodiac animals in traditional culture, interesting character design, with cute animation performance, and the game is a difficult platform barrage shooting gameplay, let us celebrate the Chinese Spring Festival together in the world of 《Lunar New Year》!

    Why similar: Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Shooter 13%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Lore-Rich 10.8%

  22. #22 Dexter The Hamster
    82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: CoolGuyBrendyn Games
    Windows · Mac

    A short and exciting action platforming adventure! Help Dexter chomp and shoot his way out of the deceptively oppressive Happy Hamster Farms in 6 personality packed levels.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 24.1%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Platformer 15.2%, Action-Adventure 11.5%, Cartoon 8.5%

  23. #23 Jett Rider
    81% matchVery Positive94% of 68 reviews2024
    Dev: Last Chicken GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Jett Rider is an arcade shooter packed with action, exploration, RPG elements, tons of humor and awesome bosses. Explore, fight, gain experience, purchase weapons in this exciting adventure.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16.4%, Platformer 15.2%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Shooter 11.8%

  24. #24 SharkAndDelivery
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: RedHavenStudio
    Windows

    A fast-paced delivery adventure where you play as Shark, a rookie worker at BurgerDash. Dodge obstacles, outsmart enemies, and deliver burgers across tricky levels before the boss fires you. Simple, chaotic, and fun!

    Why similar: Platformer 23.3%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Cartoony 10.7%, Action 9%, 2D Platformer 8.6%

  25. #25 Rasta Santa
    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Deluxe Studios
    Windows · Mac

    You’re Rasta Santa, an undercover cop disguised as Santa, waging war on traffickers. Shoot, slash, raid hideouts, rescue children, and defend the orphanage in a high-skill 2D action-platformer.

    Why similar: Platformer 13.4%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Shooter 10.6%

  26. #26 Hot Pickle!
    81% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
    Dev: Benjamin Stark
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Hot Pickle! Is a 2D platform jumping game. Run, jump, shoot, and dash your way through 10 epic food-themed levels.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16.4%, Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Cartoon 13%, Action-Adventure 11.7%

  27. #27 Mika's Battle S
    79% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2024
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    Mika's Battle S is a 2D platform action game based on the story of a warrior who has been commanded to defend Sunshineland territory against the attacks from the enemy soldiers belonging to the Rogho Corporation.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16%, Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Shooter 9.4%

  28. #28 Greeny The Blox
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Luigi Brown
    Windows

    Speed on through the adventurous world of Greeny The Blox! The fast-platforming cube with a burst of energy!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16.6%, Platformer 16.3%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Action 10.1%

  29. #29 LampMan!
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: XtremeBlueTronicPub: LAMP TEAM
    Windows · Linux

    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 25.3%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Platformer 16%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Cartoony 7.2%

  30. #30 Super Wiloo Demake
    78% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2020
    Dev: lightUP
    Windows

    A 2D platformer featuring colorful 8-bit style graphics and 5 different worlds! It's a Demake version of "WILOO", featuring Completely new graphics, new Power-ups and other improvements.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 24.9%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Platformer 15.7%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Funny 6.3%

  31. #31 Thank Goodness You're Here!
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 7,754 reviews2024
    Dev: Coal SupperPub: Panic
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Thank Goodness You're Here! is an absurd comedy slapformer set in the bizarre Northern English town of Barnsworth. As a traveling salesman, take the time to see the sights and meet the locals, who are very eager to give you a series of increasingly odd jobs…

    Why similar: Comedy 13.8%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Cartoon 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Platformer 10.7%

  32. #32 Zagu Espionage
    77% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: nP StudiosPub: nonPareil Institute
    Windows

    Zagu Espionage is a single player, 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game where the player takes on the role of the main character, Zagu, a spy from the Tracha colony, who is traveling to seven different regions to defeat the Rogan empire.​

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.7%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 16.7%, Shooter 8.4%, Action-Adventure 8.3%

  33. #33 Noble Steed
    76% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: ILikCodingPub: Duskrune Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A fast, funny 2D platformer where every level throws you into chaotic combat and questionable heroics, all to rescue your runaway horse… again.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 20.4%, Platformer 18%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Action 10.5%, Cartoony 10.2%

  34. #34 Dosoland: Snake Man's Adventure
    76% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2021
    Dev: DosoSoft
    Windows

    "Dosoland: Snake Man’s Adventure" is a short and easy-to-play platformer. Explore the environments to uncover secrets, jump on enemies, and dash through obstacles. Your mission? Save Earth from an alien invasion, all while accompanied by a team of quirky and endearing friends you meet along the way.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 21.2%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Platformer 15.6%, Action-Adventure 13.4%, Comedy 9.4%

  35. #35 Crocs World Construction Kit 2
    77% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: Sprakelsoft GmbH
    Windows · Mac

    "Crocs World Construction Kit 2" is finally there! Play and create custom levels of Croc's World! You can publish them on the internet and other players can play them as well!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.1%, Platformer 14.6%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Cartoon 13.4%, Action-Adventure 13.2%

  36. #36 Gorilla Guerrillas
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bad Logic Studios
    Windows

    Lead a band of rebel Gorilla Guerrillas in this 2D action platformer as you take out the forces of a fascist dictator, free your compatriots and save your home!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16.2%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 11.5%, Cartoon 10.3%, Shooter 10.3%

  37. #37 Nocky el Armadillo
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Martí Quintana Muñoz
    Windows

    Nocky El Armadillo is a love letter to the 16-bit generation of challenging 2d platformers. Avoid traps and evade enemies while mastering the controls.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.5%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Cartoon 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12%, Cartoony 10.7%

  38. #38 Louny Balloony
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Harold Krell
    Windows

    Fly through the exciting skies in this unique side-scrolling platformer! Collect balloons and feathers to gain the ability of flight as you navigate dazzling landscapes and face off against surprising obstacles and enemies during your aerial journey across the world!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 18.8%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Platformer 14.9%, Cartoon 11%, Action-Adventure 10.9%

  39. #39 Monkey Game
    74% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
    Dev: AlphaDucky
    Windows

    Challenging Platformer Adventure game with a silly look and feel, get your monkey to the end whilst fighting enemy monkeys and bosses and unlock and complete new stages. There are no checkpoints so dying sends you back to the start of your stage.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.1%, Platformer 16.9%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Action 10.7%

  40. #40 Sir Noggin
    71% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2025
    Dev: Sinclair StrangePub: Scarlet Moon Games
    Windows

    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 16.5%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Cartoony 9.8%

  41. #41 Heritage - A Dragon's Tale
    71% matchPositive100% of 28 reviews2024
    Dev: CGWorks_HeritageDevPub: N/A
    Windows · Linux

    Conquer 17 challenging levels in this 2D platformer adventure game, using a combination of spells, your sword, and other skills and abilities. Explore the overworld between levels, defeat demons, find secrets, and gain experience to make yourself stronger for the challenges ahead.

    Why similar: Platformer 16.5%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Cartoony 11.4%, Old School 8.9%

  42. #42 Zilla: Shadow of the Bridge
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: On The Fence ProductionsPub: SteamWorks
    Windows

    An indie action-adventure game about a 'Zilla battling evil Bridge-Kin in San Francisco, vanquishing over-the-top bosses and building alliances on his way to Reach, Overcome, and Vanquish his Kaiju clan's ultimate foe - the Golden Gate Bridge. The Fiend shall Fall!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 14.7%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Drama 8.6%

  43. #43 AfroPenguin & The Forbidden Ramen
    72% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
    Dev: Leonardo Jorge MongePub: Osaka Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    "AfroPenguin & The Forbidden Ramen" is a challenging argentinian 2D adventure game which pays homage to those Nintendo titles that made us smile as a kid (and why not, as adults).

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16%, Cartoon 13.8%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 13.2%, Action-Adventure 11.2%

  44. #44 Pens: Ballad of the Erasers
    73% matchNo user reviews2022
    Dev: HBGE
    Windows

    A thrilling action/adventure platformer where you jump, run and shoot your way through a weaving narrative in a comical world!

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.7%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Lore-Rich 12.7%, Drama 11.4%, Action 10.1%

  45. #45 I Wanna Touch
    70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: PinkTokum studio
    Windows

    I Wanna Touch is a pixel-art platformer where you play as a gliding bunny carried by a strange wind. Master the airflow, collect carrots, dodge deadly traps, and fly toward your beloved. Danger is everywhere—can you survive the journey?

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16.4%, Platformer 15.9%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Cartoon 11.4%

  46. #46 Chamy Ball
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LF Vision
    Windows

    Jump into a colorful 2D puzzle adventure as Chamy, a chameleon turned into a goofy bouncing ball! Switch colors to smash the gems blocking his way, overcome tricky challenges, and break the spell to help him return to his true form!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 19.9%, Action-Adventure 12.5%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Cartoon 9%

  47. #47 The Christmas Gifts
    73% matchMostly Negative38% of 13 reviews2018
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    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 20.5%, 2D Platformer 16.9%, Platformer 14.9%, Cartoony 9%, Old School 7%

  48. #48 Tightrope Theatre
    70% matchPositive88% of 43 reviews2022
    Dev: Adventure Islands
    Windows

    Tightrope Theatre is now hiring daredevils! Hop on a shaky unicycle and complete increasingly dangerous tightrope acts! Do you have what it takes to become a superstar?

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 14.4%, Cartoon 14.2%, Platformer 14.1%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Cartoony 9.7%

  49. #49 MARSUPILAMI - HOOBADVENTURE
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 655 reviews2021
    Dev: Ocellus StudioPub: Microids
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 60%

    Discover the Marsupilamis as you have never seen them before in an adventure full of surprises!

    Why similar: Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 14.7%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.2%, Cartoony 8.2%

  50. #50 PARRYMAN
    68% matchMixed62% of 99 reviews2025
    Dev: KIWICORN
    Windows

    'Parryman' is a hardcore action game where you fight using only the counterattack skill of parrying. Put your parrying skills to the test with 'Parryman'.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 18.5%, Platformer 15.8%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Cartoon 14.3%, Action-Adventure 13.3%

  51. #51 Weird Dreams
    69% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
    Dev: Best Ever Games CompanyPub: Atari
    Windows

    Imagine yourself in a world full of nightmares with Dali-esque creatures and mind-eating eyes. Picture yourself in an upside down landscape. Alone in a weird dream and wondering... what the... ?! There has never been a computer game like Weird Dreams. You have to play it to believe it.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.3%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 12.6%, Lore-Rich 12.5%, Action-Adventure 10%

  52. #52 Screaming Loaf
    69% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: AshumArcade
    Windows · Linux

    Screaming Loaf is an action-puzzle-platformer with some unique gameplay mechanics, many levels, and lots of humour. Play as a loaf of bread and destroy every enemy in each level by screaming at them, separate into screaming sliced bread to defeat far-apart enemies more efficiently and solve puzzles!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 18.5%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Platformer 14.5%, Cartoony 7.8%, Cartoon 7.8%

  53. #53 Clarity: The Seven Demons of Vanguardia
    67% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
    Dev: Team Quantum Games
    Windows

    Clarity is a 2D side scrolling platforming adventure. Choose to face seven demons and acquire their demon sword and demon magic. Each sword and spell, has an elemental strength against a corresponding demon.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 15.9%, Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Cartoon 12.7%, Action-Adventure 12.5%

  54. #54 Magical Monster Land
    70% matchPositive82% of 33 reviews2018
    Dev: Ravengrounds LIMITED
    Windows

    Use your platforming skills to guide Buster on an adventure to uncover secrets, collect treasure, and defeat challenging bosses!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 20.3%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 13.6%, Cartoon 11%, Cartoony 10.6%

  55. #55 MaryAnneEtte
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: silvercricket
    Windows

    A game about acting and performance, appease the audience and win the Master's approval. Smile Dear, everyone's watching you!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 18.1%, Platformer 15.8%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Cartoony 11%, Drama 9.5%

  56. #56 Bounce On
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Phobic StudiosPub: Iddy Biddy Games
    Windows · Mac

    Get your Bounce On! Roll and bounce your way through 75 challenging platform levels on your adventure home. Each world offers multiple paths for completion, but you can also explore each level to find all the secrets!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 29.3%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Platformer 18%, Cartoony 8.5%, Funny 7.3%

  57. #57 Megalocephalo
    66% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: FlapjackPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    A side-scrolling 2.5D run-and-gun platformer featuring mechanically inclined sea creatures. Help Pancake on his quest to stop the megalomaniacal Dr. Squid from spreading his ruthless influence!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 26.8%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Platformer 16.5%, Shooter 14.2%, Cartoony 8.8%

  58. #58 Capt Crabs a Slimy Adventure
    67% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
    Dev: Crabs Cove
    Windows

    Capt Crabs, the pirate crab, was out with his crew searching for treasure on a mysterious island when suddenly his ship was taken by some mischievous slimes! Now he's on a mission to retrieve his ship and treasure and get back to the pirate life he loves!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16.4%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Cartoon 13.6%, Platformer 13.6%, Action-Adventure 11.4%

  59. #59 Mineblast
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Neutronized
    Windows

    Destroy whole levels using TNTs and have fun with the physics of Mineblast

    Why similar: Platformer 17.1%, 2D Platformer 16.4%, Action-Adventure 15%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Action 11%

  60. #60 Curse of the Mirror
    65% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: Jimmer
    Windows

    Curse of the Mirror is a 2D platformer that features a unique set of mechanics and ideas in each and every level inspired by similar games in its genre, a simple moveset that's easy to learn but difficult to master, and a rich story with fun and quirky characters!

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.9%, Side Scroller 21.2%, Platformer 17.3%, Lore-Rich 10.4%, Action 9.3%

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