- #1 Old School Musical
97% matchVery Positive92% of 969 reviews2018
Dev: La MoutardePub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
What has 50 amazing chiptune tracks, a loony story mode, 32 different chicken types to fight, and takes you on a tour of all your favorite retro games? It's Old School Musical! Tib and Rob are the heroes of a wacky adventure that will teach them where all of the bugs in our favorite games come from.
Why similar: Action 14.5%, Adventure 14.1%, Local Multiplayer 13.8%, Retro 13%, Indie 12.4%
- #2 Doughlings: Arcade
96% matchVery Positive89% of 151 reviews2018
Dev: Hero Concept
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Doughlings brings unique gameplay mechanics through its interesting characters and the world while combining together the best that all known Arkanoid games have to offer, polished with a modern look and design.
Why similar: Arcade 17.9%, Retro 14.1%, Cartoon 10%, Action 9.7%, Indie 9.4%
- #3 Antonball Deluxe
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 893 reviews2021
Dev: Summitsphere
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 48%
The breakout title from Summitsphere, Antonball Deluxe is a retro, high-octane smorgasbord of ballbusting arcade action! Antonball Deluxe quite literally turns the breakout genre on its head, blending traditional brick-breaking gameplay with tight, intense platforming.
Why similar: Arcade 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Family Friendly 11.9%, Adventure 11%, Colorful 10.7%
- #4 Songbird Symphony
95% matchVery Positive90% of 690 reviews2019
Dev: Joysteak StudiosPub: PQube
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Musical Metroidvania, with pixel art to die for. Guide orphaned chick 'Birb', on a platform adventure, as he faces off against the denizens of the forest in rhythm-action boss battles. Acclaimed for its gorgeous animation, and heart-warming storytelling, as Birb strives to discover his true origins.
Why similar: Puzzle 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 18.4%, Retro 16.6%, Cute 14.9%, Adventure 10.1%
- #5 Rabbit and Steel
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 11,507 reviews2024
Dev: mino_dev
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
RABBIT & STEEL is a co-op action roguelike that recreates the essence of high-level MMO raiding in a randomized, simplified, bunny-sized package. Choose your class, gather your rabbit-eared companions and battle your way to the Moonlit Pinnacle!
Why similar: Difficult 24.6%, Cute 21.2%, Cartoony 14.8%, Colorful 11.1%, 2D 11%
- #6 Super Slime Arena
94% matchMostly Positive77% of 53 reviews2018
Dev: JellyTeam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Super Slime Arena is a 16-bit style, party-fighting game embracing equal parts accessibility and chaos. One attack, one hitpoint, all slime! Use nearly any controller in fast and frantic 2-50+ multiplayer matches across the many lands of Planet Blorb!
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 26.1%, Action 12.4%, Great Soundtrack 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Indie 9.9%
- #7 SPITLINGS
94% matchVery Positive88% of 56 reviews2020
Dev: Massive MiniteamPub: HandyGames
Windows
Frantic Gameplay, Juicy Visuals, Hypnotic Beats: SPITLINGS is a cute but unforgiving Hardcore Arcade Game for 1 - 4 players in which you waggle through a gauntlet of bouncy bubbles.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 21.9%, Difficult 14.1%, Arcade 13.9%, Family Friendly 10.8%, Cute 9.6%
- #8 Petal Crash
92% matchVery Positive98% of 292 reviews2020
Dev: Friend & FairyPub: GalaxyTrail
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Crash blocks together into huge chain reactions in this frantic arcade action puzzler! Pick your favorite character and experience their tale in the Story Mode, solve tricky brain teasers and make your own in Puzzle Mode, shoot for high scores in Solo Play, or go head to head in Versus Mode!
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 21.9%, Arcade 11.4%, Puzzle 11.1%, Cartoony 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%
- #9 Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon
91% matchVery Positive90% of 631 reviews2021
Dev: VINEPub: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Delve with Shovel Knight into the depths of the Pocket Dungeon in an action-packed puzzle adventure mashup like none other!
Why similar: Puzzle 16.2%, Competitive 15.9%, Local Multiplayer 15.8%, Adventure 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%
- #10 Go Slimey Go!
88% matchVery Positive99% of 156 reviews2025
Dev: TembacPub: Tembac and Chabbie
Windows · Mac
Go Slimey Go! is a fast-paced 2D platformer built around momentum, exploration, and satisfying movement. Featuring colorful pixel art, handcrafted levels full of secrets, and a highly energetic soundtrack.
Why similar: Cartoon 17.6%, Cartoony 13%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Family Friendly 10.3%, Retro 9.6%
- #11 Retro Game Crunch
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 429 reviews2014
Dev: Rusty MoyherPub: Retro Game Crunch
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Retro Game Crunch is a series of 7 games, full of the charm and challenge of the 8-bit generation. Each world feels like an authentic NES classic. A massive genre-spanning collection.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 19.8%, Retro 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Action 11.7%, Adventure 10.6%
- #12 Pix the Cat
90% matchVery Positive81% of 419 reviews2015
Dev: PastagamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Local Multiplayer 28.3%, Arcade 16%, Cartoony 12.3%, Cartoon 11.2%, Retro 8.3%
- #13 Adventures of Pip
89% matchVery Positive87% of 277 reviews2015
Dev: Tic Toc Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Play as the ultimate digital underdog in the Adventures of Pip,an action-platformer with a fresh gameplay twist inside a retro 32-bit world. Alas, Pip is an unlikely 1-pixel hero yet has the unique ability to absorb the pixels of his defeated enemies to evolve into three different forms.
Why similar: Retro 21%, Pixel Graphics 20.4%, Action 17.5%, Adventure 15.1%, Puzzle 13.7%
- #14 Stikbold! A Dodgeball Adventure
89% matchVery Positive89% of 481 reviews2016
Dev: Game SwingPub: Curve Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Stikbold is a glorious and intense sport which will put your friendships to the test with fast-paced, hard-hitting and occasionally hilariously unfair action! Or play the co-op story mode to unlock the full roster of quirky sporting heroes and earn achievements.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 28.9%, Competitive 12.5%, Action 11.6%, Family Friendly 11.2%, Colorful 9.8%
- #15 Rikki & Vikki
87% matchVery Positive91% of 114 reviews2018
Dev: PenguiNet
Windows
Puzzling Action for One or Two Players.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 20.4%, Arcade 12.4%, Difficult 11%, Cartoony 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%
- #16 Wunderling DX
86% matchVery Positive94% of 194 reviews2020
Dev: Bitwave Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Dash, jump, and fly at full speed through Wunderling DX: a non-stop puzzle platformer and the world's first "goomba simulator"! Race against the clock, beat tricky puzzles to uncover shiny secrets, and stomp the odds to please your evil overlord!
Why similar: Action 27.4%, Adventure 26.4%, Indie 21.2%, Retro 14.4%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%
- #17 Rules & Rodents
84% matchVery Positive100% of 57 reviews2025
Dev: Gravy Crew Games
Windows
A puzzling adventure where you abuse the Rules set by your Rat captors! 📜🐀 Manipulate enemies and environments with the commanding power of Rules to escape!
Why similar: Puzzle 20%, Cartoony 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Cute 12.5%, Action 10.3%
- #18 Spark the Electric Jester
86% matchVery Positive92% of 1,494 reviews2017
Dev: Feperd Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Spark the electric jester is an action/platformer video game heavily based on best classics from the 16-bit era from both sides of the aisle.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.6%, Action 15.5%, Retro 12.6%, 2D 9%
- #19 Pizza Tower
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 72,520 reviews2023
Dev: Tour De Pizza
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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: Great Soundtrack 25.2%, Cartoony 20.1%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Difficult 7.9%, Indie 7%
- #20 Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit
85% matchVery Positive85% of 3,723 reviews2012
Dev: ArkedoPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
A crazy action-adventure platformer... In Hell.
Why similar: Action 36.8%, 2D 23%, Great Soundtrack 19%, Adventure 9.6%, Singleplayer 8.3%
- #21 Strikey Sisters
84% matchVery Positive89% of 957 reviews2017
Dev: DYA Games
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Say hello to a fantasy themed action arcade brick breaker! Featuring cute characters, silly humor, powerful magic, crazy bosses, and even local 2 player co-op mode!
Why similar: Arcade 17.8%, Action-Adventure 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Cute 11.7%, Retro 9.7%
- #22 Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope
82% matchVery Positive94% of 1,006 reviews2019
Dev: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Shovel Knight is a sweeping classic action-adventure game with awesome gameplay, memorable characters, and an 8-bit retro aesthetic. If you love games with perfect platforming, beautiful art, infectious music, lovable bosses, humor and levity, and real heart… Shovel Knight is for you!
Why similar: Action 18.4%, Adventure 17.9%, Indie 14%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Retro 11.5%
- #23 Grapple Dog
81% matchVery Positive85% of 931 reviews2022
Dev: Medallion GamesPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%
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: Cartoony 16%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Cute 12.4%, Action 9.6%, Family Friendly 9.4%
- #24 Indie Pogo
82% matchVery Positive84% of 350 reviews2018
Dev: Lowe Bros. Studios LLC
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Indie Pogo is a platform brawler game for 2-4 players about bouncing, ricocheting, and pogoing your friends into oblivion! Gather your friends for 2-4 player local romps, or climb the online ladder in the bounciest of battles. Prepare yourself for a rompin' stompin' jumpin' good time!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 22.4%, Action 21%, Indie 19.1%, Great Soundtrack 15.7%, Multiplayer 11.4%
- #25 Super Ember Kaboom
80% matchVery Positive96% of 72 reviews2022
Dev: Josh Koenig Games
Windows · Mac
Super Ember Kaboom is a fast-paced, cute-and-colorful action game. It has tight controls and simple to learn, difficult to master gameplay that makes each level a joy to run through.
Why similar: Arcade 30.9%, Action 22.5%, Cute 20.1%, Retro 19.4%, Indie 7.1%
- #26 Scott Pilgrim vs. The World™: The Game – Complete Edition
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,644 reviews2023
Dev: Engine SoftwarePub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Rediscover the beloved 2D arcade-style beat 'em up inspired by the iconic comic and movie Scott Pilgrim vs. The World!
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 25.1%, Action 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Adventure 11.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%
- #27 Super Mombo Quest
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 880 reviews2021
Dev: Orube Game Studio
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.
Why similar: Arcade 18.2%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Adventure 11.4%, Action 11.3%
- #28 Super Puzzle Platformer Deluxe
79% matchVery Positive90% of 506 reviews2013
Dev: Andrew Morrish
Windows · Mac
Median: 54 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 47%
The title says it all. Take one part falling block puzzle game, combine one part old-school platformer, add a couple thousand pixels, blend and serve. Why match colored blocks when you can just shoot the hell out of them? Your goal is to survive as long as you can. From celebrated indie developer Andrew Morrish and Adult Swim Games.
Why similar: Action 19.4%, Puzzle 17.5%, Local Multiplayer 16.9%, Indie 16.3%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%
- #29 Arcade Mayhem Juanito
78% matchVery Positive94% of 365 reviews2017
Dev: Game Ever Studio
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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: Cartoon 13.1%, Arcade 12.7%, Action 12%, Adventure 11.7%, Cartoony 10.1%
- #30 SUPER Dungeon Muncher
76% matchMixed68% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: n_nexy
Windows
Avoid becoming Muncher's next meal in this fast-paced, brutally challenging adventure!
Why similar: Arcade 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Cute 10.5%, Colorful 10.4%, Action 9%
- #31 Puyo Puyo Champions
78% matchMostly Positive80% of 897 reviews2019
Dev: Sonic TeamPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Easy to learn, tough to master! Challenge friends and family in local multiplayer or compete globally via online matchmaking. Built for all ages, this puzzle game comes with a surprisingly competitive edge.
Why similar: Competitive 27.1%, Puzzle 18%, Local Multiplayer 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.5%, Multiplayer 9.7%
- #32 SUPER CRAZY RHYTHM CASTLE
75% matchMostly Positive80% of 522 reviews2023
Dev: Second Impact GamesPub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 64%
It’s Super Crazy Rhythm Castle, the chaotic rhythm adventure! A puzzling co-op mashup unlike anything you've ever heard. Solo, or with a band of up to three friends … … Can you conquer the castle?
Why similar: Puzzle 18.7%, Arcade 17.6%, Action-Adventure 16%, Multiplayer 12.6%, Colorful 11.8%
- #33 Pikuniku
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,780 reviews2019
Dev: Arnaud De BockPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Pikuniku is an absurdly wonderful puzzle-exploration game that takes place in a strange but playful world where not everything is as happy as it seems. Help peculiar characters overcome struggles, uncover a deep state conspiracy, and start a little revolution in this delightful dystopian adventure!
Why similar: Puzzle 16.9%, Cute 13.1%, Multiplayer 12.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.8%, Adventure 9.6%
- #34 Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion
74% matchVery Positive95% of 13,993 reviews2021
Dev: Snoozy KazooPub: Graffiti Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Play as an adorable yet trouble-making turnip. Avoid paying taxes, solve plantastic puzzles, harvest crops and battle massive beasts all in a journey to tear down a corrupt vegetable government!
Why similar: Cartoony 18%, Puzzle 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Cute 12.8%, Action 8.6%
- #35 Garbanzo Quest
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 682 reviews2024
Dev: zagawee
Windows · Mac · Linux
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: Cartoony 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Difficult 13.1%, Retro 13%, Cute 9.2%
- #36 FOX n FORESTS
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 199 reviews2018
Dev: Bonus Level EntertainmentPub: astragon Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
FOX n FORESTS is a 16-bit style action platformer with RPG elements! Switch seasons on the fly and wield your crossbow to unveil the mystery of the 5th season.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 22.2%, Action 22.1%, Adventure 17.9%, Indie 14%, Retro 12.3%
- #37 ROCKETSROCKETSROCKETS
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 546 reviews2015
Dev: Radial Games Corp
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
ROCKETS fire ROCKETS at ROCKETS in this action-arcade, arena-combat, gorgeous festival-of-fireworks! It's dogfighting meets figure-skating in space with local multiplayer and single-player fast-paced action modes plus a ZEN MODE where ROCKETS learn to LOVE.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 38.4%, Action 12%, Arcade 11.6%, Indie 10.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.9%
- #38 Rabi-Ribi
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,264 reviews2016
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 63.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Cute 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.2%, Difficult 11%
- #39 Super Catboy
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 386 reviews2023
Dev: PixelpogoPub: Assemble Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Super Catboy is an action-packed platformer created in a high-bit pixel art style, combining the best elements of the golden 16-bit platformer era of the 90s with some ‘pawsome’ new mechanics! And let’s not forget; there’s plenty of CAT CONTENT!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 18.2%, Action-Adventure 15.9%, Arcade 14.6%, Retro 12.7%, Cute 9.5%
- #40 Of Carrots And Blood
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 104 reviews2016
Dev: Trite Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Of Carrots And Blood is a twin-stick survival arena shooter about kissing bunnies, hungry mutants and a lot of blood.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 44.9%, Arcade 30.6%, Indie 24.6%
- #41 Donut Dodo
69% matchVery Positive96% of 288 reviews2022
Dev: pixel games SARL-S
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
If a long lost arcade game from 1983 resurfaced today, it would be Donut Dodo - a classic 2D platformer from the golden era, tough as nails and challenging for the whole family! Ready to top the high score table?
Why similar: Arcade 28.1%, Action 16.5%, Cartoony 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Retro 9.5%
- #42 Brickochet
72% matchVery Positive96% of 109 reviews2017
Dev: Graham Garven
Windows
Brickochet revitalizes classic brick breaking action in this fast-paced, explosive arcade game that all can enjoy!
Why similar: Action 23%, Arcade 22.4%, Indie 16.4%, Retro 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%
- #43 Big Action Mega Fight!
73% matchMostly Positive82% of 376 reviews2016
Dev: Double Stallion
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Big Action Mega Fight! is a classic single player beat 'em up/brawler with a modern twist! Hilarious 2D cartoon combat inspired by Streets of Rage, Final Fight, Turtles in Time and Battletoads. Blast your way through levels filled with luscious art and unforgettable enemies. How fast can you SMASH?
Why similar: Cartoon 24.8%, Cartoony 22.3%, Great Soundtrack 17.3%, Action 16.3%, Indie 12.4%
- #44 Spibee
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 62 reviews2026
Dev: QZ Studio
Windows · Mac
A cooperative puzzle-platformer! Join a cute spider and bee on a thrilling adventure! Solve puzzles together, enjoy fun PvP minigames, and face epic boss battles!
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 34.2%, Family Friendly 13.4%, Cartoon 12.7%, Adventure 9.2%, Action 6.6%
- #45 Boo Bunny Plague
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 290 reviews2014
Dev: On The Level Game Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Join Bunny and his pals Gunny, Faye, and Ganny on an epic quest to earn enough money to buy himself an Auto-repair unit!Boo Bunny Plague is an action/adventure game featuring a story with wacky musical cinematic scenes. The all original soundtrack has everything from punk rock to opera and feature musicians from Houston Texas.
Why similar: Action 32.4%, Adventure 31.6%, Great Soundtrack 20.2%, Indie 15.8%
- #46 Everhood
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 14,025 reviews2021
Dev: Chris NordgrenPub: Foreign Gnomes
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 31.6%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Action-Adventure 13%, Colorful 9.4%, 2D 7.8%
- #47 Mekazoo
71% matchMostly Positive80% of 64 reviews2016
Dev: The Good Mood Creators
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Mekazoo is a 2D platformer set in a vibrant 3D world with fast-flowing gameplay and a cast of kinetically-diverse mechanized animals.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 22.4%, Action 14.3%, Adventure 13.6%, Indie 10.4%, Arcade 7.4%
- #48 Retro Endurance 8bit
64% matchVery Positive100% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: zsKnight
Windows
Created by zsKnight of ZSNES is this really neat retro game collection containing a fun shuffler story mode and a challenging arcade mode. Features 52 different 8bit style games which includes local competitive multiplayer and various different game modes to play and enjoy.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 19.5%, Arcade 17.4%, Retro 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Family Friendly 10.2%
- #49 Gekido Kintaro's Revenge
71% matchMixed68% of 53 reviews2019
Dev: Naps Team
Windows
A timeless classic
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 21.9%, Action 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Arcade 9.4%, Indie 9.3%
- #50 Super Blasting Boy
70% matchMixed69% of 71 reviews2018
Dev: BekkerDev Studio
Windows
Super Blasting Boy is a logical platform platformer made in the best traditions of retro games of the late 80's and 90's.
Why similar: Action 15.1%, Adventure 14.8%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, Indie 11.9%, Difficult 11.5%
- #51 Knightin'+
68% matchVery Positive85% of 294 reviews2019
Dev: Muzt Die Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Join brave sir Lootalot on his epic quest in this little Zelda-lite adventure. Explore and fight your way through the dangerous dungeons filled with traps, puzzles and magical artifacts. And, of course, show the evil bosses who is the real boss here.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.7%, Retro 11.2%, Puzzle 10.8%
- #52 Super Sportmatchen
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 74 reviews2018
Dev: Kaj Forell Video Game BrandPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Super Sportmatchen is a fun and fantastical retro party sports game for up to four players!
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 52.3%, Family Friendly 17.3%, Action 17.2%, Indie 13.1%
- #53 Jet Buster
69% matchVery Positive90% of 62 reviews2017
Dev: Team Grybanser Fox
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Jet Buster is the new 90s anthro shmup, going back to the cuter roots of the genre.
Why similar: Action 57.7%, Indie 42.3%
- #54 Super Fancy Pants Adventure
67% matchVery Positive93% of 2,252 reviews2017
Dev: Borne GamesPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Super Fancy Pants Adventure is a wild free-running adventure with buttery smooth platforming and a slick fountain pen!
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 23.9%, Action 18.1%, Adventure 17.6%, Indie 13.5%, Multiplayer 12.3%
- #55 Rhythm Sprout: Sick Beats & Bad Sweets
64% matchVery Positive93% of 788 reviews2023
Dev: SURTPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Enjoy chill Lo-fi walks and fight bosses to K-POP, EDM and Hip-Hop inspired tracks. Features a quirky story, 30 handcrafted levels and various EX-modes to refresh your gameplay.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 20%, Difficult 19.9%, Arcade 18%, Colorful 12.8%, Cute 10.2%
- #56 Battletoads
67% matchMixed68% of 2,401 reviews2020
Dev: Dlala StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
• Over-the-top combat with combos and hard-hitting morph attacks • Wild, varied gameplay sequences for all types of gamers • Hand-drawn animation feels like playing a cartoon • Drop-in couch co-op for three players
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 18.5%, Action 18.1%, Cartoon 17.7%, Adventure 16.5%, Cartoony 10.7%
- #57 Mutant Mudds Deluxe
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 624 reviews2013
Dev: Atooi
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Love pixels? Fond of platformers? Is there a special place in your heart for the 8-bit and 16-bit era? Want to have fun? Yes!? Well, you’ve come to the right place, my friend. Mutant Mudds Deluxe is a “12-bit” action platformer full of pixels and platforming fun!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 28.1%, Retro 15.8%, Indie 13%, Great Soundtrack 12.4%, Action 10.7%
- #58 Super Magbot
66% matchVery Positive84% of 420 reviews2021
Dev: Astral PixelPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 36%
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: Pixel Graphics 18.5%, Difficult 15.8%, Indie 12.4%, Action 10.2%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%