Games Like POLE

RITE is a high-speed, precision platformer where you must conquer a series of challenging trials, a rite of passage for every Nim.

Why similar: Platformer 27.4%, 2D Platformer 26.9%, Pixel Graphics 16.9%, Retro 10.5%, Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on short, intense, and highly precise levels that mirror the retro-style challenge of POLE.

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: Platformer 25.6%, 2D Platformer 24.6%, Pixel Graphics 18.8%, Puzzle Platformer 12.9%, Retro 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for precision platforming, featuring tight controls and a rewarding difficulty curve similar to POLE.

Rift Racoon is an intense precision platformer about a lost racoon with a fun abillity: teleportation! Teleport through dangerous traps, use your claws to climb walls and jump your way across difficult platforming levels with retro visuals!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.4%, Platformer 20.3%, Retro 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Puzzle Platformer 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: It features movement-focused gameplay that requires precise timing and quick reflexes to navigate dangerous environments.

A precise 2D platformer with a twist. NO JUMPING. Master your magnetic powers to beat each level with speed and skill. Enjoy classic 16-bit gaming vibes, tackle challenging achievements and compete for global leaderboard supremacy along the way.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 22.3%, 2D Platformer 19%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, Platformer 14.8%, Retro 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: It utilizes a unique magnetic physics-based traversal system that feels like a natural evolution of the pole-jumping mechanic.

The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!

Why similar: Platformer 36.1%, 2D Platformer 29.5%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Retro 7.8%, 2D 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic high-difficulty platformer that shares the 'die-and-retry' loop essential to the POLE experience.

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: Platformer 32.4%, Pixel Graphics 26.3%, Retro 13.7%, Adventure 10.8%, 2D 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the high-stakes, punishing nature of precision platforming where every jump carries the risk of losing significant progress.

No Princess, only Pineapple! Dodge bullets, leap lava pits, and wall-jump your way up the Big Tower in this precision platformer. Quick deaths, generous respawns, and a whole lot of jumping.

Why similar: Adventure 36.7%, Arcade 22.2%, Comedy 21.1%, Funny 10.1%, 2D 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, high-difficulty platformer that focuses on pure mechanical skill and repetitive, rewarding attempts.

In this challenging 2D platformer game, play as a Superhero and help the Kid to find all the missing socks inside the cursed washing machine, Sockventure has stunning colorful graphics, hand-crafted levels, tight controls and fun ever-changing gameplay.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.9%, Platformer 24.8%, Retro 20.3%, Comedy 11.9%, 2D 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging indie precision platformer that provides a similar level of difficulty and satisfaction upon completion.

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: 2D Platformer 28.9%, Platformer 20.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Comedy 11.7%, Retro 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers fast-paced, momentum-heavy platforming with a distinct retro energy that matches the intensity of POLE.

VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?

Why similar: Platformer 28%, 2D Platformer 25.7%, Pixel Graphics 22.8%, Retro 15.8%, 2D 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: Like POLE, this game uses a unique movement mechanic and a retro aesthetic to create a challenging and memorable experience.

Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 47.9%, Platformer 27.1%, Retro 12.3%, 3D 7.5%, Adventure 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: This 3D platformer prioritizes fluid, momentum-based movement and exploration, much like the traversal focus found in POLE.

Join Pixel as he quests through gaming history, teleporting across the most iconic video game systems of generations past. He’ll have to jump, dodge and play smart if he wants to survive all the traps, puzzles and enemies waiting to take him down at every turn.

Why similar: Platformer 37.6%, Retro 29.8%, Pixel Graphics 19.4%, 2D 6.9%, Adventure 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a variety of retro-style platforming challenges that pay homage to the history of the genre.

Dispersio is a retro-style action platformer. As you progress through the game, you will have to use and combine special abilities, such as dashing, wall-jumping and more. There's even a hard mode for hardcore players.

Why similar: Platformer 45.5%, Adventure 30.5%, Pixel Graphics 24%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-style difficult platformer that captures the same spirit of overcoming tough, screen-by-screen obstacles.

DYE is a challenging precision platformer where you help Hue rescue Pigments and defeat the nefarious Necrolights in order to restore color to the world! Jump, wall jump and float your way through 4 unique worlds with hundreds of challenges ranging from beginner to advanced level.

Why similar: Platformer 34.7%, Retro 16.5%, Adventure 15.7%, Colorful 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful and action-packed precision platformer that demands high levels of focus and timing.

Triple Take is a fast 2D precision platformer where the stage evolves as you complete it! Run, wall jump, climb and swim through increasing difficult levels in vibrant colored worlds!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20.4%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 15.9%, Retro 15%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: This precision platformer adds a clever twist to its level design, requiring players to adapt their movement strategies.

Sprint between saw blades while dodging homing missiles. Duck under lasers while the floor crumbles beneath you. Almost There was designed specifically for fans of the hardcore platforming genre - you've been warned.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 38.1%, Platformer 35.1%, Strategy 12.5%, Colorful 7.7%, 2D 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: An unforgiving precision platformer that focuses on quick, repetitive attempts to overcome difficult hazards.

BEAM is a challenging precision platformer with puzzle elements in which you need to manipulate various light beams and tightly maneuver MARBLE in order to save both your lives.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Platformer 18.8%, Puzzle 10.3%, Adventure 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It blends physics-based puzzle elements with precision platforming to create a unique, brain-teasing challenge.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Platformer 26.3%, Retro 24.5%, Pixel Graphics 17%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, 2D 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: It combines a retro aesthetic with incredibly tight controls and satisfying movement that feels great to master.

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

Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.4%, Retro 17.2%, Platformer 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Puzzle Platformer 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style adventure platformer that emphasizes exploration and tight, responsive controls.

Electronic Super Joy is a brutally hard platformer set in a world of pulse-pounding electronic music. Run, jump, smash & fly your way through 45+ weird & different levels, with low-gravity, world rotation, giant monsters & swarming missiles.

Why similar: Platformer 69.5%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, Retro 8.6%, 2D 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers high-intensity precision platforming synced to music, providing a similar adrenaline-fueled experience.

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

Why similar: Platformer 51.9%, Funny 15.7%, Comedy 14.6%, Strategy 9.8%, Adventure 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: The physics-based, frustratingly rewarding movement loop is a thematic cousin to the precision required in POLE.

The platformer without a jump button! Master the art of potion propulsion in this fast-paced adventure where strategy, precision, and creativity meet explosive fun.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 32%, Platformer 28.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Funny 8%, Colorful 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: This side-scrolling precision platformer is designed for players who enjoy difficult, skill-based movement challenges.

Jump into a neon-filled platformer world as Q and overcome a gauntlet of tricky platform challenges.

Why similar: Platformer 28.5%, 2D Platformer 21.6%, Retro 18.2%, Arcade 13.6%, Colorful 8%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style precision platformer that focuses on speed and accuracy within a vibrant, neon-lit environment.

Fowl Damage is an atmospheric puzzle platformer where your default jump provides enough fall damage to destroy you! Carefully manage your jumps and falls as you adventure through this chilling, beautiful, and occasionally cute world.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 24.3%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Platformer 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Puzzle 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: This puzzle-platformer requires careful planning and precise execution to navigate its challenging stages.

In this 2d precision platformer with a teleportation twist, play as Ninja Ming and embark on the Path of Trials. Dash through 241 levels using dynamic teleportation and diverse ninjutsu skills. Conquer challenges with style—growing stronger at every turn.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 24.6%, 2D Platformer 22.2%, Platformer 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Puzzle 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A dedicated indie precision platformer that captures the retro feel and difficulty of classic arcade games.

140 is a challenging minimalistic platformer with abstract colorful graphics. Rhythmic awareness is required to overcome obstacles controlled by an energetic, yet melancholic electronic soundtrack.

Why similar: Platformer 72.8%, Puzzle 8.3%, Colorful 8.2%, 2D 6.3%, Puzzle Platformer 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist precision platformer that uses rhythm and timing to create a unique and challenging traversal experience.

Challenge yourself and master 4 Distinct worlds with 66 finely tuned level screens and climb to the top of the Steam Leaderboards in this retro pixel art speedrunning platformer!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.6%, Platformer 21.2%, Retro 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Puzzle Platformer 14%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D platformer that rewards players for maintaining momentum through difficult, pixel-art levels.

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: 3D Platformer 31%, Platformer 26.4%, Emotional 9.6%, Adventure 9.5%, Retro 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D precision platformer that focuses on the difficulty of movement and the satisfaction of reaching the goal.

A challenging 3D platformer with little room for error. Escape a dungeon by jumping to the top, and sacrifice your collectables for items to aid in your ordeal.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 32.1%, Platformer 22.4%, Retro 21.5%, Emotional 10%, Funny 6.1%

An absurd retro-platformer that tests your patience.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 23.4%, Platformer 20.4%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Retro 7.9%

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: Puzzle Platformer 21%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Platformer 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Arcade 12%

-SPROUT- is a mini precision-platformer built for speed-running. Run, jump and dash your way through 100 levels across five unique lands, and restore your world to its former glory.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 24.3%, 2D Platformer 20.1%, Platformer 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Retro 10.6%

Fell is a 2d Precision Platformer with a retro semi-1-bit aesthetic. Play through multiple unique areas, unlock new color palettes, and use fun movement abilities to conquer levels and make difficult jumps!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.9%, Pixel Graphics 25.9%, Platformer 22.3%, Atmospheric 11.9%, 2D 5.7%

Face extreme challenges in a precision platformer where every move is a daring jump! Use your skill to fling yourself and stick to surfaces, navigating adrenaline-filled scenes and unpredictable obstacles.

Why similar: Platformer 22.8%, Pixel Graphics 22.5%, 2D Platformer 21.5%, Retro 14.3%, Atmospheric 5.8%

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: 2D Platformer 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Platformer 17.4%, Retro 16.5%, Adventure 7.7%

A puzzle platform game, with both stealth and parkour elements. Use your wits, cunning and agility to escape this deadly prison. Take the stealthy approach, progressing slowly, hiding and staying out of sight. Or utilise your athleticism to wall jump, ledge grab and speed run your way to freedom.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 24.2%, Retro 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Platformer 11.4%, Arcade 9.9%

A NOT Troll Game, a platformer where you journey through a world that constantly trolls you. Can you make it to Zoobtryx? Beware…

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 17.5%, 2D Platformer 15%, Platformer 14.9%, Retro 11.3%, Arcade 10.1%

A punishing, one-button platformer about escaping prison. Test your skills and intellect as you ascend a tower of hand-crafted challenges. Jump, fly, slide up walls, float in bubbles and perform somersaults; all with the press of a single button. Reach the paramount. Reach.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 23.8%, 2D Platformer 21.2%, Platformer 16%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Puzzle 8.1%

Attempt to jump to the top of the world in this short, yet difficult platforming adventure. Meet strange friends along the way and make sure not to fall!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 47.3%, Platformer 45.5%, Pixel Graphics 4%, Adventure 3.1%

One-Handed Rage-Inducing 3D Platformer! Use only a mouse. Bounce off platforms and even the walls to reach the next checkpoint. Go on a linear adventure through an interconnected world, or quickly test your skills in challenge mode.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 35%, Platformer 25.9%, Comedy 14.7%, 3D 7.1%, Funny 6.4%

One mountain; Zero checkpoints

Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.3%, Platformer 20.9%, Retro 11.6%, Strategy 10.5%, Comedy 8.7%

Bounce to the top in this skill based, roguelite action-platformer! Collect powerful items, pick unique weapons, and fight off a variety of enemies while navigating around with a fun, difficult, and unique movement system. Are you up for the challenge?

Why similar: Platformer 32.2%, 2D Platformer 29.5%, Pixel Graphics 20.1%, Retro 7.5%, 2D 5.8%

Explore a world full of mysteries that transform with each jump! Moonleap is a game about a moon boy on his journey to recover shooting stars. Change day to night with your jump and catch all the stars in this challenging puzzle-platformer!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18.2%, Platformer 13.9%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Retro 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

This is a short hardcore enthralling puzzle-platform game about a lonely robot, which tries to find his master. To go all the way you'll have to look for the master in two dimensions at the same time. Parallel world module will help to overcome any obstacles!

Why similar: Platformer 17%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Puzzle Platformer 14.8%, Retro 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 10%

Master the art of lightning-fast noodle delivery in this challenging 2D platformer. With deadly traps, a range of moves to master, including teleportation, and trophies to unlock, are you ready to become the ultimate noodle delivery master?

Why similar: Platformer 30.1%, 2D Platformer 24.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.7%, Retro 10.6%, Adventure 5.9%

In Hyper Box you try to beat a bunch of platform levels in less than 30 seconds each by using the box rotation to your advantage, this is meant to be a very challenging yet rewarding experience as you improve at the game.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.8%, Platformer 21.2%, 2D Platformer 19%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Retro 11.4%

Help the greedy Pea to make his way through a string of levels filled with deadly traps and cute but dangerous enemies and collect all the coins to which he can only reach!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.8%, Platformer 25.1%, Retro 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Adventure 6.8%

Master momentum in this unique jumping game that features no jump button! Preserve your potential energy and fall to new heights as you solve these clever puzzles and maneuver your way to victory.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.4%, Platformer 16%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Retro 11.6%, Arcade 10%

Conformity is everything in this lightning-fast platformer - get ready to shift your friendships each and every second!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 34.7%, 2D Platformer 29.7%, Platformer 26.9%, Atmospheric 8.7%

Ministry of Broadcast is a narrative-driven single player cinematic platformer mixing Orwell’s 1984 with modern reality TV. A country divided by The Wall; to cross it and reach your family, you must compete on - and win - a reality TV show broadcast by the Regime.

Why similar: Adventure 25.1%, Puzzle Platformer 20.9%, Platformer 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Retro 10.9%

TRUFFLE is a minimalist puzzle maze game where touching the walls kills you instantly. It is a high difficulty, patience testing, dexterity game.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.8%, 2D Platformer 22%, Strategy 10.1%, Puzzle 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%

A unique platforming experience where the protagonist, story, and mechanics are constantly changing. Take control of legendary warriors, giant worms, greedy kings, and lazy demons, each with their own purpose.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Platformer 14.9%, Retro 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%

One Gun Guy is a straight forward no nonsense action platformer, one giant level littered with player upgrades, hazards to tackle, enemies to destroy, a boss to kill, and multiple difficulty settings.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 17.8%, Platformer 16.7%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Retro 15%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%

Jump, Swing and Zip your way through colourful worlds and exciting challenges in this unique 2D action-platformer! Master the power of the Grapple on your adventure to save the world!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 30.7%, Platformer 24.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Retro 9.6%, Colorful 6.1%

Hardcore pixel indie platformer with puzzle elements and history. Can you get to the end?

Why similar: Platformer 27.5%, Retro 23.2%, Adventure 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Puzzle 12.2%

Help Sam and Elicy on their challenging journey through the abyss. An epic 2D precision platform game where exploring the unknown, overcoming obstacles, and discovering secrets are crucial to reaching the top of the abyss. Adventure awaits you!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.4%, Platformer 17.8%, Retro 15%, Strategy 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%

This is a SHORT, 2D PLATFORMER with TIGHT CONTROLS about exploring a single level to get past a bunch of TRAPS. There is an EASY mode and a HARD mode depending on your skill level.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 33.6%, Platformer 27.1%, Retro 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, 2D 5.6%

MO: Astray is a pixel art, side-scrolling, action-platformer. Lead MO through mind-bending puzzles using special abilities. Bizarre enemies, threatening traps and ingenious level designs await.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 33.5%, Platformer 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Adventure 10.5%, Atmospheric 6.7%

Your name is Hank. You are doing a Handstand. Jump to the top.

Why similar: 3D Platformer 32.2%, Platformer 29.8%, Adventure 10%, 3D 7.3%, Comedy 7%

ppL: The Animated Adventures is 2d platformer that will test your god gamer skills.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.7%, Platformer 26%, Comedy 15%, Adventure 14.1%, 2D 10.7%