Games Like PIXELMAN

They Came From the Sky is tiny, retro styled, highly-addictive and fast paced arcade game wherein you take the role of one of the Flying Saucers in the 1950s with one and only one Mission: Make a delicious juicy Human Smoothie!

Why similar: Action 16.9%, Retro 16.4%, Casual 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.1%, Indie 13%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the same retro arcade aesthetic and simple, addictive high-score chasing gameplay loop as PIXELMAN.

Pix the Cat is a critically acclaimed intense arcade game that will challenge your reflexes and your wits, pitting you against your friends and the world in a race to the highest score!

Why similar: Retro 20.3%, Score Attack 17.7%, Action 16.8%, Arcade 16.2%, Indie 14.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a fast-paced, arcade-style experience with vibrant pixel graphics that perfectly mirrors the intensity of PIXELMAN.

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: Action 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Retro 17.1%, Indie 15.8%, Arcade 10%

Why You'll Like It: Featuring retro pixel graphics and arcade-style platforming, this game feels like a spiritual cousin to the PIXELMAN experience.

Join Knight Sigi as he runs, jumps, and battles in a flatulent quest to save Melusina, the love of his life, in this light-hearted homage to the golden days of simple but fun classic action platformers.

Why similar: Parody 23.5% ★, Retro 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Action 8.7%, Casual 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It combines retro platforming with a silly, comedic tone that aligns well with the parody elements found in PIXELMAN.

Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 31.7%, Retro 17.6%, Arcade 15.7%, Action 15.1%, Indie 13.9%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential arcade high-score chaser that uses a minimalist pixel-art style to deliver intense, satisfying action.

The skies are aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Take to the skies in customized fighter planes to battle battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 22.9%, Arcade 14.4%, Action 14.4%, Retro 14.4%, Indie 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title captures the retro arcade feel with its high-octane aerial combat and addictive score-attack mechanics.

Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.

Why similar: Indie 28.7%, Arcade 25.1%, Score Attack 20%, Action 11.5%, Casual 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: It is a pure, minimalist arcade experience that focuses entirely on reflex-based gameplay and high-score progression.

Bobby from Team HOT GUNS has a job to locate and secure the legendary Money Tree.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 23%, Action 22.7%, Indie 17.4%, Retro 17.4%, Arcade 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This 2D platformer captures the classic arcade feel with its pixel-art style and action-oriented gameplay.

McPixel is a save-the-day guy that you guide through 100 short challenges to prevent stuff from blowing up. You have only 20 seconds to save the day! Think quick!

Why similar: Comedy 25.3%, Pixel Graphics 22.6%, Indie 15.3%, Funny 9%, Parody 8.8% ★

Why You'll Like It: This game leans heavily into the comedy and pixel-art aesthetic, offering a chaotic and humorous experience similar to PIXELMAN.

Experience cinematic kung-fu battles in the fastest, most intense brawler the indie world has ever seen! With the unique 1:1 response system of One Finger Death Punch, players will feel the immediate feedback of every bone-crunching hit. Pay tribute to the masters using five classic kung-fu styles mixed with additional weapons.

Why similar: Action 41.5%, Indie 22%, Casual 14.4%, Arcade 9.6%, 2D 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers fast-paced, humorous action that relies on simple inputs to create a highly satisfying arcade experience.

Save the universe in this casual arcade game.

Why similar: Action 36.1%, Casual 35.9%, Indie 28%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, indie arcade game that focuses on simple, retro-styled action and replayability.

Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 26.8%, Action 18%, Retro 14.6%, Indie 8.3%, Comedy 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the over-the-top, action-movie parody vibe while maintaining a classic 2D pixel-art aesthetic.

Brickochet revitalizes classic brick breaking action in this fast-paced, explosive arcade game that all can enjoy!

Why similar: Action 22.1%, Casual 21.1%, Retro 15.6%, Indie 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A casual arcade game that emphasizes retro visuals and simple, addictive mechanics perfect for short play sessions.

Super Time Force Ultra is an insane platformer filled with robots and dinosaurs and fun and time travel... sometimes all at the same time!

Why similar: Parody 32.4% ★, Pixel Graphics 20.8%, Retro 20.5%, Arcade 10.8%, Funny 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A parody-filled, action-packed game that uses retro visuals to deliver a chaotic and funny gameplay experience.

Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 22.3%, Comedy 15.7%, Retro 13.7%, Indie 13.3%, Funny 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers high-energy, comedic platforming action that shares the same chaotic and fun spirit as PIXELMAN.

Pinkman is a fast-paced, action platformer about a lost man with pink skin and an incredible skill to fart.

Why similar: Action 36.9%, Casual 36.3%, Indie 26.8%

Why You'll Like It: This platformer offers a challenging, minimalist arcade experience that fits the retro-indie vibe of PIXELMAN.

You are Fatman - the heroic crime fighter for the city of Shadowlawn. It is up to you, then, to tear yourself away from food long enough to save the city from certain destruction...

Why similar: Parody 32.2% ★, Retro 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 18.9%, Indie 16.8%, Comedy 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: It leans into the superhero parody theme with a classic pixel-art look, offering a humorous take on the genre.

A throwback to the golden age of white-gloved 16-bit video-game mascots, Spectacular Sparky is an action-packed platformer with wacky characters, explosive weapons and boss battles to treasure!

Why similar: Retro 19.7%, Flight 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.3%, Comedy 11.7%, Action 11%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers high-octane, side-scrolling action with a humorous tone that matches the parody elements of the seed game.

Super Mustache is a vintage styled platformer, filled to the brim with 8 bit pixel art juice! Join Captain Super Mustache in a journey to save the planet Uranus. If you enjoyed classic platformer games from the golden era of video games, then you’re going to love this.

Why similar: Indie 45.3%, Action 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%, Casual 17.1%

Why You'll Like It: A charming indie platformer that captures the retro spirit and simple, fun-focused gameplay of PIXELMAN.

Classic platformer in the style of Pixel-art. The main character goes to the world of 8-bit games to save his girlfriend. Help him to find new abilities and find out who is behind the abduction of the girl.

Why similar: Action 55.1%, Indie 44.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a nostalgic, retro-styled action-adventure experience that feels like a direct homage to classic arcade games.

Jet Gunner is a 2D platform action indie game that's full of Nestalgia. Full of action, gunfights, bosses and explosions so if you're into the whole 8-Bit vibe you should love this. From the sound, to the graphics to the flicker, this should pay tribute to those classic hard as nails, run 'n' gun games.

Why similar: Action 35.4%, Retro 23.5%, Pixel Graphics 22.9%, Indie 14%, 2D 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style action platformer that focuses on retro aesthetics and fast-paced, arcade-like combat.

Wryn is a girl with a big arsenal and big dreams -- she wants to be the ultimate videogame hero! Help her take down the Greatest Heroes of All Time in an action-packed bid to claim the title for herself and show the world what a true hero looks like!

Why similar: Action 32.2%, Pixel Graphics 22.7%, Indie 20.4%, 2D 8.1%, Retro 8%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on fast-paced, arcade-style platforming and shooting, mirroring the intensity of PIXELMAN's combat.

Avoid becoming Muncher's next meal in this fast-paced adventure! Control your anger, this game is hard!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 18.5%, Action 12.9%, Score Attack 12.2%, Arcade 11.8%, Funny 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, 2D arcade runner that focuses on high-score chasing and colorful, retro-inspired visuals.

When a group of unsanitary chefs threaten all that is good and just in Cakeland, it's up to Cakeboy to serve up punishment. Fight your foes with pastry-themed items in this bite-sized 2D platforming adventure!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 23%, Action 19.7%, Arcade 16.8%, Retro 14.5%, Cute 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This side-scrolling platformer offers simple, arcade-style action that is easy to pick up and play.

Very dynamic arcade game with many different types of blocks, enemies, and power-ups. Play as a cute penguin that jumps out of the plane and smashes his enemies with basketballs, fire balls, acid balls, explosive balls, and boomerangs.

Why similar: Retro 16.6%, Casual 14.8%, Flight 14.6%, Arcade 12.8%, Funny 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, funny arcade game that emphasizes simple mechanics and a lighthearted, retro-inspired atmosphere.

Catch falling allies and dominate the battlefield! Control your flying platform to catch characters and auto-attack enemies. Build your team, link skills, and shape your own strategy in this evolving arcade action game.

Why similar: Action 24.8%, Casual 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Arcade 14.3%, Funny 7.5%

Simple, you're Fleximan and you have to remove all the speed cameras in the city.

Why similar: Action 36%, Casual 22%, Arcade 21.1%, Funny 12.3%, Indie 8.6%

Evolve through the history of video games in this fun-filled blast from the past.

Why similar: Action 37.7%, Pixel Graphics 34.2%, Indie 28.1%

Why You'll Like It: It blends adventure and platforming with a distinct pixel-art style that feels right at home with other retro-inspired arcade games.

Pamina VS Slimes is a fast-paced top-down arcade game where you defend your home from endless waves of slimes. Choose from 4 headpattable characters, master elemental strategies, and unleash powerful burst skills across 4 game modes. Get ready for non-stop action!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 20.2%, Retro 12.3%, Comedy 12.3%, Casual 12.2%, Arcade 12%

Adventure in the Tower of Flight is a retro-styled platformer in which you fly instead of jump! You are Wing, a young adventurer. Wing must climb a seeming endless the tower and collect all five known relics held within to become the ruler of the known world.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 38.9%, Action 36.2%, Indie 24.9%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a retro-styled, action-adventure experience that emphasizes platforming and exploration in a pixelated world.

Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 20.2%, Score Attack 19.1%, Retro 18.5%, Action 12.2%, Arcade 12.2%

Fly through danger filled procedurally generated tunnels, avoiding thousands of enemies, on this throwback to the golden age of arcade games.

Why similar: Retro 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Score Attack 16%, Action 11.9%, Casual 11.7%

Battle Pixels is a frantic arcade action, point and click shoot 'em up with a 16 bit retro style.Take control of your tanks and eliminate the enemy's turret defences over 25 randomly generated levels.

Why similar: Retro 20.6%, Casual 19.4%, Action 19.3%, Indie 15.9%, Arcade 10%

Why You'll Like It: This indie title focuses on simple, action-packed gameplay with a retro pixel aesthetic that complements the PIXELMAN experience.

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: Retro 26.6%, Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Action 15.6%, Arcade 11.7%, Colorful 8.9%

Pluck them. Pluck them all. You are an Australian Magpie on a mission. That mission: Spread havoc, cause mayhem, and grab the occasional unattended piece of food. Menace, rob, and terrify humans, enjoying old-school action arcade gameplay rendered in glorious retro PS2 graphics.

Why similar: Retro 17.7%, Score Attack 17.1%, Comedy 14%, Action 13.4%, Arcade 11%

Planet DOS is under attack by Space Aliens, DOSMan needs to fend them off and defend his home planet!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 28.5%, Action 25.6%, Retro 20.9%, Funny 13.3%, Colorful 11.6%

Mars is under attack! An unknown enemy is dropping bombs on the peaceful red planet. It is up to you to fight off the onslaught so the innocent can escape. Run (umm...slide), jump and blast your way to freedom in the arcade-inspired goodness that is Martian Law. Save Mars!

Why similar: Action 23.3%, Casual 21.5%, Indie 20.5%, Retro 11.5%, Score Attack 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, arcade-style action game that captures the retro aesthetic and simple, repetitive gameplay loop of PIXELMAN.

Holy cow, it’s all about the moooney! Run, jump and slide in this udderly moo-velous adventure to reclaim your fortunes from those sneaky Pig Pockets. Tough as nails and no continues! Are you up for the challenge?

Why similar: Score Attack 24.8%, Retro 19.2%, Arcade 15.1%, Action 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

Help Chubby, the fearless little snowman, with saving important artifacts from video game history! Mission in Snowdriftland is a pixel-art homage to classic 2D platformers like Super Mario.

Why similar: Retro 20.9%, Pixel Graphics 20.4%, Indie 9.5%, Action 8.4%, Funny 8.1%

Super Cable Boy is a retro inspired platformer, where you are playing a living handheld gaming system with a power cord. Collect game cartridges to become more powerful and take on your quest to defeat "the Glitch", an entity that 1▧01☠01௹1‱☣∰0␢⌀▧ ..

Why similar: Retro 30.6%, Pixel Graphics 25.2%, Action 13.1%, Indie 12.1%, Cute 9.2%

GARBANZO QUEST! The crazy bullet-heck platformer where your main weapon is your own spit! Bring a friend! Hand-crafted challenges, secrets, and branching paths galore!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.2%, Retro 26.5%, Indie 11.9%, Action 10.3%, Funny 8.2%

Compete for the top scores in this combination of two classic arcade games, or fight your friends to prove who has the longest SnOut!

Why similar: Action 19.1%, Casual 17.3%, Retro 16%, Arcade 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%

Bust some bugs and save the world with the most average of heroes in this retro style platformer! Overcome obstacles such as killer cars, lava floors and one seriously @!&#^% off sun, tackle the horrors of the daily commute but with more fire and randomness.

Why similar: Parody 30.5% ★, Retro 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, Arcade 10.4%, Funny 9.3%

Jump, lick, and spit your way through four worlds in a new-school arcade adventure starring the nominal Handsome Mr. Frog, a good looking fellow whose hat was jacked by a bunch of unattractive normies.

Why similar: Action 45%, Indie 29.8%, Retro 16.5%, Arcade 8.8%

Goliath Depot is a door-slamming 2D arcade game taken straight from the early 80's. Close all doors, kick the enemies and speedrun your way through 40 unique levels. Are you good enough to lift the curse of the Goliath Depot?

Why similar: Score Attack 23.5%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Arcade 13.4%, Action 11%, Retro 8.5%

'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: Action 45.6%, Cute 18.8%, Funny 16%, 2D 15.6%, Indie 4%

Avoid rain, get stars,and run across the passage! Retro but new, high-speed action game filled with many hidden elements!

Why similar: Score Attack 22.2%, Action 20%, Retro 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Arcade 12.9%

Lovish is an outrageous 8-bit action-adventure game! Quest with Sir Solomon through a series of bite-sized rooms, as he attempts to free Princess Tsuna, the woman he loves, from the Devil Lord's clutches!

Why similar: Parody 27.7% ★, Retro 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Comedy 10.9%, Action 8.9%

Become a tiny ZX8000 robot and begin your journey through a beautiful, pixel-art world inspired by games iconic to the platformer genre. Follow a cute story, upgrade your skills, beat challenging levels, and compete with other players for the fastest speedrun!

Why similar: Score Attack 22.6%, Pixel Graphics 21.4%, Funny 10.8%, Action 10.6%, Indie 7.5%

Tcheco in the Castle of Lucio is an exciting, fast-paced action game.Help Tcheco the Adventure Boy to leave a mysterious castle full of deadly creatures! Be ready for a big challenge, full of nonsense humor and retro goodness.

Why similar: Retro 25.7%, Pixel Graphics 21.7%, Action 13.6%, Funny 11.8%, Arcade 11%

Arcade Mayhem Juanito is a retro experience about arcade-hopping. Teleport into different video games, play with unique mechanics inspired by well-known arcade games, face stunningly animated bosses and join the fight against the clonocell invasion.

Why similar: Action 23.1%, Casual 21.7%, Retro 21.5%, Indie 16.9%, Arcade 12.1%

A new side-scrolling platformer where you go flying out of control at the slightest touch! In this virus-infected world, it is your job to collect the scattered pieces of vaccine code and exterminate the virus!

Why similar: Action 39%, Pixel Graphics 27.9%, Funny 12.2%, 2D 11.5%, Indie 9.3%

Save the world with breakbeats.

Why similar: Retro 36.7%, Action 23.8%, Score Attack 22.7%, Comedy 16.8%

A wacky metroidvania. ⚡ Meet weird characters, unlock new abilities and complete a mysterious mission . . .

Why similar: Action 52.8%, Indie 39.8%, Cute 4%, Colorful 3.4%

A 8-bit retro action platformer that goes beyond just pixels and chiptunes

Why similar: Action 27.7%, Retro 26%, Pixel Graphics 22.5%, Indie 18.6%, 2D 5.3%

Explore branching levels, fight quirky bosses, and save the day in this retro platformer inspired by the classics!

Why similar: Retro 33.1%, Pixel Graphics 27.3%, Action 19.1%, 2D 7.9%, Colorful 6.4%

Invaders are living inside your computer. You shouldn't let that happen! Interact with your desktop while playing, watch Youtube videos, chat with your friends and more! CPU Invaders overlaps the game itself with your computer screen.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 29.2%, Casual 16.3%, Funny 16%, Arcade 10.1%, Action 9.4%

Strap on your jetpack and prepare for chaos! Dyna Bomb has intuitive arcade action game play, with a blast of humor, Enjoy!

Why similar: Retro 20.4%, Action 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, Casual 13.4%, Indie 10.9%

Master the art of flips in this quirky arcade challenge! Press, hold, and release to jump, spin, and stick perfect landings. Chain flips, unlock silly accessories, and beat your high score in this endlessly addictive, physics-based game with cute minimalist graphics and one-button controls!

Why similar: Score Attack 25.9%, Casual 15.1%, Arcade 14.2%, Action 9.3%, Cute 9%

Psychedelic Roguelite Pong 'em up where you go to bring back the Moon. A crazy, addictive, and hilarious arcade-action game based on the granddad of all video games.

Why similar: Retro 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 19%, Arcade 15.3%, Funny 13.6%, Indie 12%