Games Like Psychonauts

Combining quirky missions and mysterious conspiracies, Psychonauts 2 is a platform-adventure game with cinematic style and tons of customizable psychic powers.

Why similar: Comedy 18.5%, Platformer 15.9%, 3D Platformer 14.9%, Psychological 10.2%, Funny 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: The direct sequel continues the psychic adventures of Raz with refined platforming and even deeper narrative exploration.

A Hat in Time is a cute-as-heck 3D platformer featuring a little girl who stitches hats for wicked powers! Freely explore giant worlds and recover Time Pieces to travel to new heights!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 21.8%, Platformer 19.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.5%, Comedy 11.2%, Funny 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: This charming 3D platformer captures the same sense of wonder, exploration, and quirky humor found in classic collectathons.

One of the most acclaimed adventure games of all time is now back, better than ever. Grim Fandango Remastered has the all the beautiful art and engaging story fans remember, but has also been remastered to look, sound, and control even better than the award-winning original release.

Why similar: Classic 38.2% ★, Comedy 26.9%, Great Soundtrack 10%, Adventure 9.8%, Story Rich 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Another Double Fine masterpiece that shares the same witty writing, unique art style, and memorable character interactions.

Brütal Legend is an action-adventure that marries visceral action combat with open-world freedom. Set in a universe somewhere between Lord of the Rings and Spinal Tap, it’s a fresh take on the action/driving genre, which in this case is full of imitation cover bands, demons intent on enslaving humanity and Heavy metal tunes.

Why similar: Comedy 42.6%, Great Soundtrack 17.2%, Third Person 10.8%, Adventure 9.3%, Action 9%

Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure game features the signature humor and creative world-building that fans of Double Fine productions expect.

Are you ready, kids? The cult classic is back, faithfully remade in spongetastic splendor! Play as SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy and show the evil Plankton that crime pays even less than Mr. Krabs.

Why similar: Classic 24% ★, 3D Platformer 22.6%, Comedy 15%, Funny 9.4%, Adventure 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful remake of a classic 3D platformer that mirrors the movement and collectathon structure of the era.

Blast your way through an interdimensional adventure with Ratchet and Clank – now on PC! Help them take on an evil emperor from another reality as you jump between action-packed worlds and beyond at hyper-speed!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 30.5%, Platformer 17.4%, Third Person 14.8%, Adventure 11.8%, Funny 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features high-fidelity 3D platforming and action with a strong focus on character personality and imaginative worlds.

A Halloween adventure from Tim Schafer's Double Fine Productions.

Why similar: Comedy 62.5%, Adventure 19.6%, Funny 9.5%, Singleplayer 6.5%, Cartoony 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: A charming RPG from Double Fine that shares the same whimsical humor and creative art direction as the Psychonauts series.

Your favorite marsupial, Crash Bandicoot™, is back! He’s enhanced, entranced and ready-to-dance with the N. Sane Trilogy. Relive all your favorite moments in Crash Bandicoot™, Crash Bandicoot™ 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot™ 3: Warped, now in fully-remastered graphical glory!

Why similar: Classic 27.6% ★, Platformer 23%, 3D Platformer 17%, Comedy 7.6%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a challenging and iconic 3D platforming experience that defined the genre's golden age.

Same sick burns, same smoldering attitude, now all scaled up in stunning HD, Spyro is back in the Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy! Rekindle the fire with remastered versions of the original three games, Spyro™ the Dragon, Spyro™ 2: Ripto's Rage! and Spyro™: Year of the Dragon.

Why similar: Classic 26% ★, 3D Platformer 19.5%, Platformer 18.4%, Adventure 6.8%, Collectathon 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 3D platformer collection that emphasizes exploration, colorful worlds, and satisfying movement mechanics.

Alice: Madness Returns is a third-person, single-player, action adventure platformer. Visit the grim reality of Victorian London and travel to the beautiful yet ghastly Wonderland to uncover the root of Alice's madness.

Why similar: Platformer 25.9%, 3D Platformer 19.2%, Psychological 14.3%, Third Person 11.6%, Surreal 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, surreal action-platformer that explores psychological themes through imaginative and twisted level design.

Pumpkin Jack is a Spooky Scary 3D platformer in which you embody Jack, the Mythical Pumpkin Lord! Dive into an Epic Adventure through otherworldly landscapes and help the Evil annihilate the Good!

Why similar: 3D Platformer 23.7%, Platformer 14.2%, Adventure 11.9%, Comedy 10.4%, Action 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful 3D platformer that blends action and adventure with a spooky, stylized aesthetic.

Yooka-Laylee is an all-new open-world platformer from genre veterans Playtonic! Explore huge, beautiful worlds, meet an unforgettable cast of characters and horde a vault-load of collectibles as buddy-duo Yooka and Laylee embark on an epic adventure to thwart corporate creep Capital B!

Why similar: Platformer 25.2%, 3D Platformer 25.1%, Collectathon 13%, Adventure 8.4%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A spiritual successor to the collectathon platformers of the 90s, focusing on exploration and colorful character-driven fun.

A delightful, playground platformer for all ages that follows Lucky, the ever-optimistic, energetic, and lovable hero, on his quest to find his inner strength and help his sister rescue the Book of Ages from Jinx. Jinx is the scheming and mysterious villain trying to reshape the world, but for what reason?

Why similar: 3D Platformer 36.3%, Platformer 32.7%, Adventure 16.4%, Action 10.8%, Singleplayer 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted and polished 3D platformer that focuses on traditional collectathon gameplay and vibrant environments.

A family friendly, hand-animated, puzzle-filled adventure game with an all-star cast, including Elijah Wood, Jack Black and Masasa Moyo. Funded by a record breaking crowdfunding campaign and designed by industry legend Tim Schafer, Broken Age is a timeless coming-of-age story.

Why similar: Comedy 35.8%, Adventure 18.3%, Funny 13%, Classic 11.6% ★, Great Soundtrack 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A point-and-click adventure from Double Fine that highlights their strength in storytelling and unique, hand-drawn aesthetics.

You are Tiny, a nerdy inventor, who tries to reclaim his most beloved possession - Grandpa's underpants!

Why similar: Platformer 33.4%, 3D Platformer 16.9%, Comedy 14.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.2%, Third Person 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based platformer that encourages creative problem-solving within a stylized, comic-book-inspired world.

Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world!

Why similar: Classic 25.8% ★, Platformer 23%, 3D Platformer 15.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.1%, Third Person 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 3D platformer that offers a variety of gameplay styles and memorable, character-focused storytelling.

G'day, Mate. Explore the wilds of Australia with TY the Tasmanian Tiger, the charming Aussie platformer.

Why similar: Platformer 27.2%, 3D Platformer 19.2%, Funny 11.1%, Third Person 10.5%, Collectathon 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style 3D platformer that focuses on exploration and collecting items within large, open levels.

Figment is an action-adventure game that invites you to explore a unique surreal universe filled with music, humor and multi layered narrative. Join Dusty and his ever-optimistic friend, Piper, on an adventure through the different sides of the mind seeking to restore the courage that's been lost.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 21.6%, Funny 19.4%, Adventure 17.2%, Surreal 14%, Action 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game set in a surreal world that explores the human mind through music and creative puzzle-solving.

Assemble your team of three from seven unlikely adventurers, then descend into the mysterious depths to explore The Cave!

Why similar: Platformer 47%, Comedy 28.1%, Adventure 16.5%, Funny 6.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer from Double Fine that uses distinct character abilities to navigate surreal and humorous environments.

The "Perpetual Testing Initiative" has been expanded to allow you to design co-op puzzles for you and your friends!

Why similar: Platformer 31.3%, Comedy 20.2%, 3D Platformer 18.2%, Funny 13.1%, Story Rich 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines brilliant puzzle mechanics with a hilarious, story-rich narrative that feels right at home for fans of quirky adventures.

Hard hat tester, Ray, has a bizarre accident and wakes up with a giant pink spaghetti arm sticking out of his brain! With his awesome new powers he can read minds and change the world with stickers but he’s on the run for a crime he didn’t commit. Can you help Ray out of this sticky situation?

Why similar: Platformer 38.7%, Comedy 35%, Adventure 11.9%, Funny 7.6%, Action 5%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, story-rich platformer with a distinct visual style and a heavy emphasis on humor and surreal situations.

Embark on the craziest journey of your life in It Takes Two. Invite a friend to join for free with Friend’s Pass and work together across a huge variety of gleefully disruptive gameplay challenges. Winner of GAME OF THE YEAR at the Game Awards 2021.

Why similar: Platformer 33.7%, 3D Platformer 23.5%, Adventure 18.2%, Story Rich 13%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A highly creative co-op platformer that constantly introduces new mechanics and imaginative scenarios similar to the variety found in Psychonauts.

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 50.4%, Action 15.2%, Story Rich 13%, Adventure 11.2%, Singleplayer 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich action game with a unique art style and a strong emphasis on world-building and narrative delivery.

Selected by the fickle finger of fate, Abe™, floor-waxer first class for RuptureFarms, was catapulted into a life of adventure when he overheard plans by his boss, Molluck the Glukkon™, to turn Abe and his fellow Mudokons into Tasty Treats as part of a last-ditch effort to rescue Molluck's failing meat-packing empire.

Why similar: Adventure 52.6%, Classic 19.8% ★, Platformer 18.8%, Comedy 4.5%, Funny 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: A classic puzzle-platformer with a dark, humorous tone and a very distinct, memorable art style.

Hop into Orbo's shoes! Run, jump and drill around your boss's office, make some new friends, and uncover terrifying secrets about the company you work for in this comedically surreal 3D platformer!

Why similar: Comedy 27.8%, Platformer 19.6%, 3D Platformer 19.5%, Adventure 6%, Third Person 6%

Embark on this epic adventure in up to 4K 60 fps with improved graphics and audio, a new speedrun mode, updated achievements, and an exclusive anniversary gallery.

Why similar: Third Person 28.5%, Adventure 24.9%, Action 20.1%, Story Rich 7.5%, Action-Adventure 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure classic that features a quirky cast of characters and a deep, engaging story.

A crazy action-adventure platformer... In Hell.

Why similar: Platformer 50.9%, Comedy 23.3%, Funny 9.3%, Action 7.3%, Great Soundtrack 4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, humorous action-platformer that embraces a surreal and chaotic aesthetic.

Experience the magical universe of Rayman with legendary 2D gameplay that has captured the hearts of millions of fans!

Why similar: Platformer 52.2%, Comedy 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%, Funny 8.4%, Adventure 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully animated platformer that emphasizes fluid movement and creative level design.

In the Regulatory Realm, human beliefs manifest as bizarre bureaucracies. Venture to the human world to deliver Unsent letters in this whimsical platform-adventure game.

Why similar: Comedy 20.3%, Platformer 19.3%, 3D Platformer 13.8%, Funny 8.9%, Third Person 6.9%

Inspired by the golden age of 3D Platformers, Kao The Kangaroo returns in a whole new adventure! Embark on an epic journey, master magical gloves, explore lush environments and take Kao through his most grand tale yet!

Why similar: Comedy 26.8%, 3D Platformer 25.3%, Funny 10.6%, Collectathon 10.3%, Adventure 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern 3D platformer that captures the nostalgic feel of classic mascot-led adventures.

Psychonauts in the Rhombus of Ruin is an all-new Virtual Reality adventure that takes players back into the mysterious and paranormal world of the Psychonauts for the first time in over ten years!

Why similar: Adventure 100%

Why You'll Like It: A VR-focused adventure that bridges the gap between the first and second games with the same humor and psychic powers.

Mr. Sleepy Man is up way past his bedtime and out of control! Make a mess of everything you find and turn Bedtime Town against you! This sandbox adventure is filled with comical hijinks, outrageous characters, and platforming action!

Why similar: Comedy 24.2%, Platformer 23.9%, 3D Platformer 15.9%, Third Person 8%, Collectathon 7.5%

An old-school, tough-as nails classic linear 3D platformer with a faithful PS1 cartoony aesthetic. 25 fully original levels, boss fights, collectibles, time-trials, and many secrets.

Why similar: Platformer 28.9%, Comedy 19%, 3D Platformer 18.7%, Third Person 11.3%, Collectathon 9.2%

A five-part adventure horror series set in the same universe as Robert Kirkman’s award-winning comic book series.

Why similar: Adventure 36.2%, Story Rich 32.5%, Singleplayer 12.9%, Third Person 12.8%, Action 5.6%

Monaco: What's Yours Is Mine is a single player or co-op heist game. Assemble a crack team of thieves, case the joint, and pull off the perfect heist.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39.7%, Action 29.8%, Adventure 20.2%, Singleplayer 7.2%, Indie 3.2%

Get ready for some seriously stylish action from renowned designer SUDA51. In this exclusive version for PC, players will be slicing, dicing, and shooting as the suave executioner Mondo Zappa. Prepare for the thrill of love and kill in KILLER IS DEAD!

Why similar: Action 21.4%, Comedy 19.6%, Surreal 17.6%, Third Person 14.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.8%

Wish-granting Mermaid’s Tears in the hands of SpongeBob and Patrick… What could go wrong? Sure, the very fabric holding the universe together could come undone, opening portals into wild Wishworlds. But that’s nothing our favorite sponge can’t handle- with the right cosmic costume!

Why similar: Platformer 28.7%, Comedy 24.4%, 3D Platformer 20.7%, Third Person 6.7%, Funny 5%

Celebrate 30 years of Rayman with the definitive edition of the platforming classic, featuring 5 versions, 120+ extra levels, and an exclusive documentary on the creation of the limbless hero.

Why similar: Platformer 45.3%, Comedy 20.7%, Adventure 13.5%, Action 9.5%, Funny 7.8%

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: Platformer 27.5%, Comedy 25.4%, Great Soundtrack 18.4%, Funny 12.4%, Cartoony 6.3%

The year is 1962 and the Cold War has the nation gripped by fear. A top-secret government unit called The Bureau begins investigating a series of mysterious attacks by an enemy more powerful than communism.

Why similar: Third Person 42%, Action 34.4%, Singleplayer 11.8%, Adventure 7.2%, Story Rich 4.6%

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: Platformer 38.4%, Funny 15.2%, Psychological 10.5%, Surreal 9.3%, Adventure 7.1%

Sanctum 2 is the sequel to the world’s first Tower Defense/FPS hybrid game. Pick from four unique character classes and embark on a mission to protect the oxygen-producing Cores from hordes of deadly aliens who are threatened by their existence.

Why similar: Action 37.3%, Funny 25.8%, Great Soundtrack 25.6%, Singleplayer 9.5%, Indie 1.7%

An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37.4%, Surreal 16.4%, Story Rich 14.2%, Adventure 8.5%, Singleplayer 7.4%

Jotun is a hand-drawn action-exploration game set in Norse mythology. In Jotun, you play Thora, a Viking warrior who died an inglorious death and must prove herself to the Gods to enter Valhalla. Impress the Gods!

Why similar: Adventure 39.5%, Great Soundtrack 25.9%, Action 16.1%, Singleplayer 8.2%, Exploration 5.6%

Guacamelee! is a Metroidvania-style action-platformer set in a magical Mexican-inspired world. The game draws its inspiration from traditional Mexican culture and folklore, and features many interesting and unique characters.

Why similar: Platformer 53.4%, Comedy 20.7%, Action 7.3%, Adventure 6.3%, Funny 6.1%

Guide Bob the sleepwalker to the safety of his bed by taking control of his subconscious guardian, Subob. Explore a surreal and hand-painted dream world, avoid dangers and get Bob safely back to bed.

Why similar: Surreal 58.2%, Action 24.8%, Singleplayer 14%, Indie 2.9%

Shadow Warrior is a bold reimagining of the classic 3D Realms’ shooter from independent developer Flying Wild Hog (Hard Reset) starring the legendary and quick-witted warrior Lo Wang.

Why similar: Comedy 47%, Action 15.5%, Classic 11.1% ★, Great Soundtrack 9%, Funny 7.2%

An ancient evil lurking within the Master Emerald has been unleashed from its slumber by the devious Dr. Eggman and is on the verge of becoming the ultimate monster using the 7 Chaos Emeralds. Only Sonic and his friends are heroic enough to put a stop to Dr. Eggman and his evil minions.

Why similar: Classic 28.1% ★, Platformer 26.4%, 3D Platformer 15.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.6%, Third Person 5.5%

RUBATO, an experimental, 2D physics-based take on the collect-a-thon genre!

Why similar: Platformer 27.3%, Funny 22.6%, Collectathon 17.7%, Surreal 14.3%, Story Rich 5.5%

The classic character platformer is back after 13 years and newly remastered! Help Vince run, jump and fight his way through cemeteries, swamps and an evil carnival as he seeks to save his creator Madam Charmaine from the clutches of Kosmo The Inscrutable.

Why similar: Classic 21.7% ★, 3D Platformer 18.1%, Comedy 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Adventure 9.6%

Bully tells the story of mischievous 15-year-old Jimmy Hopkins as he goes through the hilarity and awkwardness of adolescence. Beat the jocks at dodge ball, play pranks on the preppies, save the nerds, kiss the girl and navigate the social hierarchy in the worst school around.

Why similar: Comedy 24.6%, Classic 24% ★, Third Person 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.5%, Funny 8.7%

Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old!

Why similar: Platformer 36.4%, Classic 15.6% ★, 3D Platformer 15.5%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Action 4.9%

A fantasy world like no other! Help Runa uncover the mysteries buried deep in the ruins of the ancient Chaikuru civilization, in a classic and epic 3D adventure platformer.

Why similar: Comedy 21.8%, Platformer 21.8%, 3D Platformer 18.9%, Funny 10.3%, Collectathon 7%

Effie is a 3D action-adventure game that combines classic elements from the genre, such as combat, platforming, and puzzles, with the exploration of an expanded world. Live a unique fantasy adventure and relive the look and feel of old-school video-games!

Why similar: Platformer 22.8%, 3D Platformer 17.7%, Comedy 16.7%, Funny 9.1%, Collectathon 8.8%

Assemble your crew, take to the skies in the premier PvP airship combat game. Guns of Icarus Online is all about flying massive airships, shooting big turret weapons, and working as a team for supremacy of the skies. Everyone as one, victory or death, together.

Why similar: Action 60.8%, Adventure 36.4%, Indie 2.8%

Embark on a global adventure in this ‘90s-inspired adventure platformer. Help a chubby underdog kid with wacky superpowers battle bizarre villains, unlock and customize special moves and spells, and save the world!

Why similar: Platformer 33.1%, Comedy 22%, Adventure 11.8%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, Action 8.9%

Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.

Why similar: Platformer 43.7%, Classic 23.5% ★, Great Soundtrack 15.6%, Adventure 6%, Action 4.9%