
Platform, puzzle, crafting, or base building, this compilation of 20 modern retro games will provide hours of various experiences and challenges
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Retro, Pixel Graphics, 1980s.

Platform, puzzle, crafting, or base building, this compilation of 20 modern retro games will provide hours of various experiences and challenges

Auf Wiedersehen Monty (CPC/Spectrum)
In this classic platformer from 1987, take on the role of noted small subterranean mammal criminal Monty Mole, fleeing across Europe from the forces of Intermole. Can you collect enough cash to buy an island paradise and live in luxury?

Glypha: Vintage
A fast-paced, Egyptian-themed jousting tournament recalls 1980's classic arcade action. Glypha is a rewrite of the classic shareware game from the early B&W Macintosh days. Smoother, faster, and harder than you remember.
In this classic platformer from 1987, take on the role of noted small subterranean mammal criminal Monty Mole, fleeing across Europe from the forces of Intermole. Can you collect enough cash to buy an island paradise and live in luxury?
Why similar: Retro 18.5%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, 1980s 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Exploration 11.2%
A fast-paced, Egyptian-themed jousting tournament recalls 1980's classic arcade action. Glypha is a rewrite of the classic shareware game from the early B&W Macintosh days. Smoother, faster, and harder than you remember.
Why similar: Retro 21.9%, 1980s 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Arcade 12%, 2D Platformer 12%
Run, jump, and climb your way through 20 unique levels and disarm all bombs before time runs out.
Why similar: 1980s 22.6%, Retro 20.2%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Arcade 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%
A masterpiece? A hidden gem? Your next nostalgic favorite awaits. The JALECO Arcade Collection is here!
Why similar: 1980s 20%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Arcade 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Retro 10.6%
UFO 50 is a collection of 50 single and multiplayer games that span a variety of genres, from platformers and shoot 'em ups to puzzle games, roguelites, and RPGs. Our goal is to combine a familiar 8-bit aesthetic with new ideas and modern game design.
Why similar: Retro 20.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, 1980s 14.6%, Arcade 9.7%, Strategy 8.4%
A masterpiece? A hidden gem? Your next nostalgic favorite awaits. The JALECO Arcade Collection is here!
Why similar: 1980s 20.1%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Arcade 13.9%, Retro 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%
A retro arcade shooter with one-bit graphics
Why similar: 1980s 28.1%, Retro 18.7%, Arcade 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Action 7.9%
An arcade style game where you play as an animal hopping around a road trying to crash cars. Work your way through different levels or play in survival mode - how many can you crash before you're run over?
Why similar: 1980s 28%, Retro 16.1%, Arcade 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Action 7.3%
Black Cat Bundle is a 2D arcade platformer that consists of two games: Black Cat Blitz and Black Cat Brawl. Avoid obstacles and reach a high score either alone or with a buddy in Black Cat Blitz. Either that or grab seven of your friends and duke it out in the team-based showdown Black Cat Brawl!
Why similar: 1980s 19.2%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Local Co-Op 13.8%, Arcade 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%
A self aware Super Hot Potato is on a quest to free his fellow potato kind from their imminent doom. Help Super Hot Potato navigate treacherous screens filled with obstacles, collecting potato's and finally making your way to each screens exit. Retro inspired 80s style grid movement gameplay
Why similar: 1980s 18.5%, Strategy 17%, Arcade 12.8%, Action 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 9%
Join the adventure and control a cute blue ninja on a gold-stealing spree. Sneak through numerous levels, evade rival ninjas, and navigate increasingly tricky obstacles. With retro-inspired gameplay and vibrant graphics, this game offers endless fun as you outsmart your foes and collect all the gold
Why similar: Retro 18.6%, Strategy 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, 1980s 12.3%, Arcade 10.6%
Annalynn is a 2D platformer made in the style of arcade games from the early '80s. Collect the coins, grab the bonus foods, and turn the tables with blinding rubies! Think you've got what it takes to go for the high score?
Why similar: 1980s 21%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Arcade 16.3%, Retro 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%
Hurley The Hyrax is an arcade-style game inspired by early 1980s arcade classics. The devious Serval Squad has taken all your flowers! You must bring them all back to your cave to move on to the next level. Fight the servals with various power-ups and your...tongue...? How far can you make it?
Why similar: 1980s 22.9%, Retro 21.8%, Arcade 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Top-Down 8.5%
Dive into the ultimate retro arcade experience! Trasmoz Legends combines classic 8-bit pixel art and a YM2203 chiptune soundtrack. Conquer relentless enemies in Family, Classic, Speedrun, and Endless modes. The finale of the acclaimed Trasmoz saga awaits!
Why similar: 1980s 18.9%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, Retro 13.1%, 2D Platformer 13%, Arcade 9.4%
1982 is a FREE retro inspired blasta-thon that will test your gaming skills to the max.
Why similar: 1980s 24.4%, Retro 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, Arcade 14.8%, Action 7.2%
In Jerry Frog's Retro Arcade asteroids from space have hit the city. Jerry Frog must help rescue the citizens, so they can relocate to a safer area. Reach the highest score in "High Score Mode".
Why similar: 1980s 22.4%, Retro 16.5%, Action 14.7%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%
The elusive bunny thief, Midnight Yammy, is here to steal the show on a stage full of magic tricks! Erase blocks, slip through ceilings, switch platforms — and let your wits guide you through this simple yet deep action puzzle. Includes a .nes ROM that runs on real NES-compatible hardware!
Why similar: 1980s 28.6%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Retro 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Puzzle 10.7%
A hardcore, old school platformer filled with epic music. Find this sacred banana at all costs.
Why similar: 1980s 18.4%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Arcade 14.1%, Action 11.5%, Retro 9.5%
Guide Karsus the Magician through the caves to search for his magic book, challenge the pumpkin monsters, skeletons, bats, spiders.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26%, 1980s 20.2%, Arcade 14.7%, Retro 11.3%, Action 10%
A fixed-screen action game that allows you to play with up to two players using flower fairies Tamabo and Hanabo. Your goal: to fill the entire stage with blooming flowers.
Why similar: 1980s 22.3%, Arcade 16.2%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Retro 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
In Pharao Reloaded you find yourself in the maze of an Egyptian pyramid full of treasures, monsters and potions. Each pyramid is more difficult than the previous one. Can you find the exit in time before the pyramid kills you? How far will you come? And can you survive your friends?
Why similar: 1980s 24%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Retro 17%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Arcade 8.8%
Abduction Bit is a NES-like arcade based on elements of some timeless classics from 80's (Bubble Bobble, Ice Climber, Mario Bros).
Why similar: Local Co-Op 17.2%, 1980s 15.8%, Retro 11.2%, Action 9.8%, Arcade 9.8%
Unicopia is a retro 2D platformer featuring a Unicorn racing to rescue her girlfriend from the clutches of an Evil Poodle. Jump up and down towers, collect gems, and reveal the key before the clock strikes and you're haunted by the ghost of time!
Why similar: Retro 20.4%, 1980s 20.2%, 2D Platformer 19%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Arcade 10.6%
8BIT style vertical scrolling shooting game Zelan Force.We aimed to create a game that you can enjoy over and over again, such as the feeling of play that changes between offensive and defensive types, and the ability to search for hidden items.
Why similar: 1980s 27.5%, Retro 20.8%, Pixel Graphics 18%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Action 8.1%
Bug Attack! is a game inspired by arcade classics including Missile Command and Space Invaders. Players are tasked with protecting their building as long as they can. Bugs emerge everywhere from the ground at an increasing rate. Which is the greater enemy? The bug horde, or your own nerves?
Why similar: 1980s 26.4%, Retro 17.5%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Arcade 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
Embark on a quest for revenge in Lords of Exile, an 8-bit side-scrolling action platformer set in the far Lands of Exilia. With classic retro mechanics and linear level design in 8-bit graphics.
Why similar: 1980s 20.6%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Retro 15.2%, Arcade 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%
Freddy's daughter has been kidnapped by an evil dragon. To rescue her, he must cross the entire kingdom taking some ingredients with which to make a magic potion, but it won't be easy, they must be collected in a specific order and Freddy will have to overcome the dangers he finds in his path.
Why similar: Retro 19.4%, 1980s 19%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Arcade 16%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
Walk as many numbers as there are written in the direction you are trying to go. This is a whole new puzzle game based on a very simple idea! Can you achieve 100% and get a donut from King Donut?
Why similar: 1980s 16.1%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 12%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Puzzle 9.8%
Welcome to a world of dangerous rectangles where quick reflexes and maneuvering will help you keep breathing... Well, for at least a few more seconds! Two buttons. Life or death. How long can you survive? Okay, so you died. Try Again. Die. One more time. Die. Just one more. Die. One more!
Why similar: 1980s 29.7%, Arcade 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Action 14.3%, Retro 13.2%
If Twin Breaker was a brick breaker about space, Tri Breaker is a brick breaker on steroids, and this go-around, it’s all about time. Explore 40 stages spread across periods of galactic history, and obliterate the brick-breaking formula.
Why similar: 1980s 22.4%, Arcade 18.4%, Retro 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Action 11.1%
The Toxic Snavenger rides again in classic arcade snake action. Snarf up those toxic treats and used sneakers, while avoiding obnoxious health food. Beware the wormhole; the shortest path isn't always the safest, and it isn't always a straight line.
Why similar: 1980s 31.3%, Retro 20.6%, Arcade 17.1%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action 6.5%
In this classic arcade-style platformer from 1983, take on the role of Ted the Bear, proud owner of a shiny new Sinclair electric truck - looking to find some batteries to power it. Also contains 'Baby Bear' mode, which allows you to play without enemies.
Why similar: Retro 24.4%, 2D Platformer 20.3%, 1980s 17.4%, Arcade 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
Apee Escapee is a small retro open-world 2D platformer for 1–2 players. Explore one interconnected world, find 8 randomly placed skeleton keys, do good deeds to open the Karma Door, and free the Great Apee.
Why similar: 1980s 20.9%, Arcade 13.3%, Local Co-Op 12.7%, Retro 11.9%, Action 11.4%
A sliding puzzle game
Why similar: Retro 24%, 1980s 23.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, Puzzle 14.6%, Casual 9.9%
A great 2D retro-action-platformer! To the lovers of big pixels and screeching synthetic sounds we dedicate this masterpiece to you.
Why similar: 1980s 23.6%, Retro 17.8%, 2D Platformer 17%, Arcade 13.8%, Action 6.6%
Hello World!! This game is based on the image of a Japanese arcade game from the 70's to early 80's where you could easily play by inserting 1 coin. The player will work hard at his sales job to save L.Planning, a company that has been reincarnated into another world.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.6%, 1980s 17.5%, Arcade 12.6%, Retro 9.4%, Top-Down 8.3%
Pink and Blue are running towards the Flag again today. Use 7 types of blocks with various gimics to reach the flag. There are puzzle maps that test your creativity, and control maps that need to reach the flag in time. Don't give up until you clear all the maps!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21%, Arcade 17.3%, Local Co-Op 16.4%, Puzzle 10.7%, Casual 10.6%
An 8-bit styled platform game.
Why similar: 1980s 27.8%, 2D Platformer 26.3%, Retro 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Action 8.5%
Gun Predict is a top-down strategy shooter where you must carefully choose the type of bullets to use in order to complete the levels. Create a strategy to eliminate all enemies and overcome obstacles using special projectiles.
Why similar: 1980s 20.4%, Strategy 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Arcade 10.7%, Action 10%
Donuts 'N' Justice is a fast-paced 2d horizontal shoot-'em-up wherein you take the role of one of two Super Cops in the 1980s to defend their city against gangs, violence and corruption.
Why similar: 1980s 23.6%, Local Co-Op 23.3%, Retro 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Arcade 9.7%
In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for home microcomputers by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, guide a small frog across a busy road, then across logs floating in a river, to reach safety on the other side.
Why similar: Retro 25.9%, 1980s 19.8%, Arcade 16.8%, Action 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%
An adventure game with focus on acrobatics and discovering secrets. Classic platformer gameplay in the spirit of the 8-bit era games.
Why similar: Retro 25.1%, 2D Platformer 22.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, Arcade 12.4%, Action 7.4%
Overcome the challenges of each mini-level in this precision platformer with speedrun and hit-kill mechanics. Every perfectly timed action pushes you forward. Perform your best acrobatics and moves to free the island creatures from the ambitions of Dr. Luiz RockBone!
Why similar: 1980s 26.3%, Retro 15.6%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Arcade 10%
Bean Busy is a maze chase game inspired by arcade classics of the early 80s. A colorful collection of items, obstacles, and (of course) beans await! Tackle one labyrinth after another while outwitting the monsters on your tail. Invite a friend and chase that high score together!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 27.7%, 1980s 16.6%, Retro 16.4%, Arcade 13%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
Project: Woven is a pixel platformer/RPG, following the story of a Robot who's main purpose is to free the World from its Corruption!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Arcade 13.1%, Retro 12.4%, Exploration 8.5%
Ride day and night, taking on risky jobs for the Road Baron, avoiding traffic and other bikers on endless dangerous roads, all of that while you blast some original punk rock music!
Why similar: Bikes 27.7% ★, Motorbike 22.7% ★, Retro 8.5%, Action 7.5%, Adventure 7.1%
Flea is a challenging retro 2D platformer with an intriguing back story.
Why similar: Retro 25.3%, 2D Platformer 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, Action 10.3%, Arcade 8.1%
CONTENTS: Action Game full-set (7 Stages) and future updates if available. Elf-Shield is one of the best games if you are fan of late 80s' PC games or are looking for bite-size simple game. This game is a modernized BreakOut like action game with 80s taste Pixel Graphics and Anime Style graphics.
Why similar: 1980s 29.4%, Retro 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%, 2D Platformer 11%, Arcade 9%
Beautiful Bricks is the ultimate 4 player brick breaker. A restoration of an arcade great with awesome improvements like physic-based ball behaviour, more paddle control, 4 simultaneous players and boss battles. All presented in a consistent retro ‘8-bit’ aesthetic.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.8%, Retro 15.7%, Action 14.5%, Arcade 12.4%, Indie 11.7%
An arcade video game with adventure elements for the Amstrad CPC, which takes place in an abandoned Nazi base from WWII.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 29.4%, 1980s 23.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Retro 13.4%, Adventure 10.8%
Fires have broken out all over the city! Use your portable water tank to extinguish raging fires and carry innocent civilians to safety. Play by yourself or simultaneously with a friend to see who is the best fire-fighter in FIRE AND RESCUE!
Why similar: 1980s 32.9%, Retro 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Local Co-Op 9.6%
Krater has escaped from Planet Prison and now only Comit & Jupi can stop him.
Why similar: 1980s 20.8%, Retro 16%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Arcade 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
The characters of the books started fighting to decide who will become the protagonist of the story! Control Sophie and Elise's familiars, the Alpacas, and enter inside books to dispel the curse by choosing the side of the story you believe is the correct one.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.9%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Retro 12%, Arcade 10.6%, Strategy 9.1%
Disaster has befallen you, but hope is not lost. Explore the libraries and learn the ancient incantations to unlock the full power of the Elemental Orbs. Completing your epic quest requires a showdown with the evil Grand Mage Marduk in his magical fortress.
Why similar: 1980s 23.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Adventure 12.2%, Puzzle 11.4%, Exploration 11.2%
100 challenging levels with fun cut scenes, 4 different knights with different personalities, a great soundtrack, and all the puns you can tolerate.
Why similar: 1980s 20.1%, Retro 13.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Strategy 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%
KIT-10 is a charming arcade platformer inspired by '80s classics. Use your cat-like reflexes to collect repair items and save your fellow KITs. Stun enemies with your microwave meow and throw them into each other for big combos. Claw your way to the top of the leaderboard! Go KIT-10 go!
Why similar: 1980s 27.4%, 2D Platformer 20%, Arcade 16.1%, Retro 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
A minimalist grid-based survival game where every move costs energy. Collect stones to defeat enemies, gather food to stay alive, and survive as many days as possible.
Why similar: 1980s 38.5%, Arcade 15.6%, Casual 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Exploration 10.1%
California, 1986: A group of friends discover a mysterious pink stone that allows travel between two realms. This gang will live the summer of their lives in an adventure that will get them involved in a government conspiracy. Control five kids with special skills while fighting and solving puzzles.
Why similar: 1980s 36.2%, Pixel Graphics 22.2%, Retro 13.3%, Adventure 8.5%, Action 7%
A new twist on territory-capturing gameplay, set in a world inspired by Japanese folklore and filled with traditional yōkai. Experience a unique blend of tension and excitement like never before.
Why similar: 1980s 24.9%, Retro 14%, Action 12.4%, Arcade 12%, Indie 11.9%
Arcadium is an action packed brickbreaker game where you destroy bricks, enemies and bosses using your ball and powerups. Fast reflexes, aiming and avoiding simple misstakes is required for beating this game, choose between three difficulty settings to adjust the challenge.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.8%, Arcade 19.4%, Action 15.1%, Retro 15%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%