- #1 Rayman® Origins
97% matchVery Positive94% of 6,242 reviews2012
Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Experience the magical universe of Rayman with legendary 2D gameplay that has captured the hearts of millions of fans!
Why similar: Platformer 31.8%, Local Co-Op 20.2%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, 4 Player Local 5.8%, Co-op 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: Serves as the direct predecessor, sharing the exact same gorgeous hand-drawn art style and smooth cooperative platforming mechanics.
- #2 Sackboy™: A Big Adventure
96% matchVery Positive84% of 4,492 reviews2022
Dev: Sumo DigitalPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
PERFECTLY CRAFTED FOR PC. PlayStation® icon Sackboy bursts into action on PC in a huge 3D multiplayer platforming adventure. An epic journey stuffed with platforming challenges. Deeply immersive controls. Collaborative, chaotic and joyful multiplayer fun.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.2%, Platformer 25.7%, Co-op 12.9%, Adventure 7.4%, Family Friendly 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: Offers vibrant, whimsical 3D cooperative platforming filled with creative levels and a delightful musical focus.
- #3 Cuphead
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 221,944 reviews2017
Dev: Studio MDHR Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 23.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Cuphead is a classic run and gun action game heavily focused on boss battles. Inspired by cartoons of the 1930s, the visuals and audio are painstakingly created with the same techniques of the era, i.e. traditional hand drawn cel animation, watercolor backgrounds, and original jazz recordings.
Why similar: Platformer 22.5%, Local Co-Op 22.2%, Great Soundtrack 20.4%, Co-op 12.1%, Difficult 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Matches the gorgeous hand-drawn animation style while offering intense, rhythmic action-platforming challenges.
- #4 It Takes Two
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 270,640 reviews2021
Dev: Hazelight StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 13.6 hrsMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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: Local Co-Op 38.3%, Co-op 31.3%, Platformer 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.5%, Multiplayer 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers an equally masterful, inventive cooperative gameplay experience packed with constantly shifting mechanics and whimsical charm.
- #5 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,925 reviews2014
Dev: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.
Why similar: Platformer 42.7%, Great Soundtrack 30.9%, 2D 4.9%, Side Scroller 4.5%, Adventure 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the same golden standard of tight, responsive 2D platforming design paired with an incredible retro soundtrack.
- #6 Guacamelee! Gold Edition
94% matchVery Positive93% of 6,013 reviews2013
Dev: Drinkbox Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 41.7%, Local Co-Op 26.4%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%, Action 5%, Adventure 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines fluid platforming and acrobatic combat within a colorful, vibrant world bursting with personality.
- #7 Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince
93% matchVery Positive89% of 14,351 reviews2019
Dev: Frozenbyte
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A physics-based puzzle platformer in breathtaking 2.5D. A haunted prince's nightmares are leaking into the waking world — chase him down as wizard, knight and thief, solving puzzles of fire, water, light, magnets, electricity and more. Play solo or with up to three friends, online or in local co-op.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.1%, Platformer 21.9%, 4 Player Local 17.6%, Co-op 13%, Side Scroller 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features stunning fairytale-like visuals and seamless cooperative puzzle-platforming that feels right at home alongside Rayman.
- #8 Sonic Mania
92% matchVery Positive94% of 28,942 reviews2017
Dev: Christian WhiteheadPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Experience the ultimate celebration of past and future in Sonic Mania, an all-new 2D Sonic adventure running at a crisp 60FPS with stunning HD retro-style graphics.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.7%, Platformer 27.4%, Fast-Paced 11.9%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, 2D 5%
Why You'll Like It: Channels retro 2D platforming perfection with incredible momentum and a phenomenal soundtrack.
- #9 Crash Bandicoot™ 4: It’s About Time
91% matchVery Positive86% of 4,252 reviews2022
Dev: Toys for BobPub: Activision
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
It’s About Time - the critically-acclaimed Crash Bandicoot™ 4: It's About Time is now on Steam!
Why similar: Platformer 47%, Difficult 11.8%, Action 8.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.3%, Adventure 8%
Why You'll Like It: Offers challenging, meticulously designed linear platforming stages packed with vibrant worlds and secrets.
- #10 BattleBlock Theater®
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 72,913 reviews2014
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 20.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Welcome to BattleBlock Theater! You’ve got no where to go but up...on stage. Play single player or co-op to free your friends and save Hatty Hattington! Jump, solve and battle your way through a mysterious theater inhabited by highly technological felines.
Why similar: Platformer 29%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Co-op 14.9%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%, Comedy 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Provides chaotic, fast-paced 2D platforming action specifically designed for hilarious local cooperative play.
- #11 Unravel Two
90% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,223 reviews2020
Dev: Coldwood InteractivePub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
When you cut ties to the past, new bonds form. Build relationships with other Yarnys in local co-op or as a single player, fostering friendship and support as you journey together.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 37.2%, Co-op 27.9%, Platformer 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 7%, Adventure 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on clever, physics-based cooperative puzzle-platforming with a strong emphasis on tandem movement.
- #12 New Super Lucky's Tale
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 918 reviews2020
Dev: Playful Corp.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Jump, burrow, and tail swipe your way to victory in this love letter to classic 3D platformers!
Why similar: Platformer 52.7%, Adventure 11.4%, Family Friendly 10.9%, Funny 9.4%, Comedy 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers cheerful, accessible, and brightly colored platforming adventures reminiscent of classic mascot platformers.
- #13 Max: The Curse of Brotherhood
89% matchVery Positive95% of 1,663 reviews2014
Dev: Press PlayPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Max: The Curse of Brotherhood is a cinematic adventure filled with action-packed platforming and creative puzzle-solving. Armed with only a Magic Marker, Max must confront evil at every turn in a hostile and fantastical world in order to save his kid brother, Felix. Join Max on his great adventure!
Why similar: Platformer 69.6%, Adventure 20.2%, Action 6.2%, 2D 3%, Singleplayer 1%
Why You'll Like It: Blends creative puzzle-platforming with cinematic flair and a magical drawing mechanic similar to Rayman's touch interactions.
- #14 Castle Crashers®
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 140,917 reviews2012
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.3%, 4 Player Local 19.9%, Co-op 15.4%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%, Funny 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features chaotic 4-player local co-op action with a colorful, cartoonish art style and whimsical humor.
- #15 DuckTales: Remastered
87% matchVery Positive88% of 7,959 reviews2013
Dev: WayForwardPub: Capcom
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike.
Why similar: Platformer 52.7%, Great Soundtrack 23.3%, Adventure 8.6%, Action 5.6%, Family Friendly 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers classic 2D platforming action backed by a legendary, beautifully remastered soundtrack.
- #16 Yooka-Laylee
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,399 reviews2017
Dev: Playtonic GamesPub: Playtonic Friends
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 22.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 40.8%, Great Soundtrack 27.5%, Adventure 11.3%, Family Friendly 7%, Funny 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: Revives the classic collectathon platformer formula with colorful characters and expansive whimsical worlds.
- #17 Broforce
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 61,042 reviews2015
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Local Co-Op 26.4%, Platformer 23.4%, Co-op 14.4%, Local Multiplayer 7.4%, Side Scroller 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers explosive, frantic side-scrolling action and platforming chaos ideal for cooperative play.
- #18 Pizza Tower
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 72,792 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 35.1%, Platformer 24.3%, Fast-Paced 17.2%, Comedy 5.2%, Funny 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the zany, fast-paced energy and expressive cartoon art style of modern classic platformers.
- #19 Castle of Illusion
86% matchVery Positive91% of 4,489 reviews2013
Dev: SEGA Studios AustraliaPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Mickey Mouse returns to star in Castle of Illusion, a fantastical reimagining of the Sega Genesis classic.
Why similar: Platformer 66.3%, Great Soundtrack 14.3%, Adventure 8.5%, Family Friendly 6.9%, Difficult 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: Reimagines a classic Disney platformer with charming visuals and magical fairy-tale levels.
- #20 Sonic Generations Collection
84% matchVery Positive94% of 25,514 reviews2011
Dev: Devil's DetailsPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old!
Why similar: Platformer 38.4%, Great Soundtrack 30.3%, Fast-Paced 14.8%, Action 4.4%, Family Friendly 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Celebrates high-speed platforming heritage with dynamic stages and iconic musical themes.
- #21 Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy
82% matchVery Positive93% of 22,421 reviews2019
Dev: Toys for BobPub: Activision
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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: Platformer 39.2%, Great Soundtrack 24.7%, Adventure 11.8%, Family Friendly 11.8%, Action 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features vibrant, colorful 3D platforming worlds full of collectible charm and whimsical characters.
- #22 Super Meat Boy
83% matchVery Positive94% of 39,210 reviews2010
Dev: Team Meat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!
Why similar: Platformer 47.4%, Great Soundtrack 20.7%, Difficult 10.6%, Fast-Paced 9.6%, 2D 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers high-speed, precision 2D platforming for players who love mastering challenging movement mechanics.
- #23 The Cave
84% matchVery Positive87% of 2,932 reviews2013
Dev: Double Fine Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Assemble your team of three from seven unlikely adventurers, then descend into the mysterious depths to explore The Cave!
Why similar: Platformer 36.4%, Local Co-Op 27.4%, Adventure 10.7%, Co-op 8.5%, Local Multiplayer 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines cooperative exploration, puzzle-solving, and platforming with a darkly comedic narrative style.
- #24 Celeste
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 147,901 reviews2018
Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 27.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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: Great Soundtrack 39.9%, Platformer 35.9%, Difficult 10.4%, 2D 4.1%, Adventure 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on razor-sharp, incredibly rewarding 2D platforming controls and a deeply moving adventure.
- #25 Ori and the Will of the Wisps
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 147,136 reviews2020
Dev: Moon Studios GmbHPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 8.4 hrsMean: 24.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.
Why similar: Platformer 28.9%, Beautiful 28.5% ★, Great Soundtrack 27.9%, Adventure 4.6%, Action 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: Expands on its predecessor with even more dynamic platforming movement and stunning visual presentation.
- #26 Unravel
79% matchVery Positive91% of 5,606 reviews2020
Dev: Coldwood InteractivePub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Unravel is a physics-based puzzle platformer. Yarny, a character made from a single thread of yarn, must embark on a larger than life adventure.
Why similar: Platformer 30.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Co-op 12.1%, Beautiful 11.3% ★, Adventure 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features atmospheric physics-based puzzle platforming centered around a charming yarn protagonist.
- #27 Ori and the Blind Forest
80% matchVery Positive94% of 60,203 reviews2015
Dev: Moon Studios GmbHPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for PC.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 45.1%, Platformer 33%, Adventure 6%, Difficult 4.2%, 2D 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers breathtaking artistic direction and fluid movement abilities in a rich, atmospheric world.
- #28 Battletoads
81% matchMixed68% of 2,403 reviews2020
Dev: Dlala StudiosPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 7.1 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: Co-op 36.8%, Adventure 15.6%, Action 12.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Side Scroller 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Brings back classic beat-em-up platforming chaos with an over-the-top cartoon art style and intense local co-op.
- #29 Klonoa Phantasy Reverie Series
78% matchVery Positive94% of 2,264 reviews2022
Dev: MONKEYCRAFT Co. Ltd.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%
KLONOA is a 3D side-scrolling action game series whose first title was released by Namco in 1997. Set in a unique universe populated by a range of original characters, the game follows the hero, Klonoa, as he sets off on a journey to save the world.
Why similar: Platformer 31.3%, Local Co-Op 25.4%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Adventure 9.4%, Family Friendly 7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers charming 2.5D platforming gameplay defined by whimsical storytelling and accessible, joyful mechanics.
- #30 Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition
77% matchMixed64% of 449 reviews2026
Dev: Digital EclipsePub: Ubisoft
Windows
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 46.7%, Side Scroller 12%, Adventure 11.5%, Action 8.5%, 2D 5.8%
- #31 SpeedRunners
78% matchVery Positive94% of 37,209 reviews2016
Dev: DoubleDutch GamesPub: tinyBuild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Cut-throat multiplayer running game that pits 4 players against each other, locally and/or online. Run, jump, swing around, and use devious weapons and pick-ups to knock opponents off-screen! One of the most competitive games you'll ever play.
Why similar: Platformer 24%, Fast-Paced 14.7%, 4 Player Local 14.4%, Local Multiplayer 14.2%, Local Co-Op 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines fast-paced platforming mechanics with competitive multiplayer racing elements.
- #32 SONIC SUPERSTARS
76% matchMixed68% of 3,929 reviews2023
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Adventure through the mystical Northstar Islands in this all-new take on classic 2D Sonic high-speed action platforming in Sonic Superstars.
Why similar: Platformer 29.9%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Local Co-Op 11.5%, Fast-Paced 10%, 4 Player Local 9.9%
- #33 Crash Bandicoot™ N. Sane Trilogy
75% matchVery Positive92% of 22,361 reviews2018
Dev: Vicarious VisionsPub: Activision
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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: Platformer 40.8%, Great Soundtrack 24.9%, Difficult 9.9%, Adventure 6.3%, Funny 4.6%
- #34 Rayman Raving Rabbids™
77% matchVery Positive85% of 2,129 reviews2008
Dev: Ubisoft BulgariaPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Hordes of crazed out-of control bunnies have invaded, enslaving Rayman and forcing him to participate in 'gladiator' style trials. Help Rayman win his freedom back by entertaining and outwitting these fury foes. Use the most hilarious fighting moves imaginable.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 27.1%, Funny 12.6%, Comedy 11.5%, Family Friendly 9.8%, Action 9.5%
- #35 Sonic Colors: Ultimate
74% matchMixed67% of 1,786 reviews2023
Dev: Blind Squirrel EntertainmentPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Join Sonic in the high-speed adventure of a lifetime across a colorful interstellar amusement park. Color the Universe in Sonic Colors: Ultimate!
Why similar: Platformer 45.8%, Great Soundtrack 21.4%, Co-op 11.3%, Action 9.1%, Local Multiplayer 9%
- #36 Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode II
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,329 reviews2012
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 51%
The Sonic 4 Saga continues in Episode II with the return of a beloved side kick and fan-favorite villains! Following the events of Episode I, Metal Sonic has returned to form an alliance with Dr. Eggman! To face this new evil, Sonic will have to call upon an old friend to help him save the day!
Why similar: Platformer 31.7%, Local Co-Op 16.4%, Great Soundtrack 11.7%, Co-op 11.4%, Adventure 6.8%
- #37 Sonic Lost World
75% matchMixed62% of 5,624 reviews2015
Dev: Sonic TeamPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 58%
When the Deadly Six threaten to destroy his world, Sonic’s new moves & power-ups are the only way to defeat them before it’s too late!
Why similar: Platformer 35%, Great Soundtrack 33.1%, Fast-Paced 13.8%, Adventure 7.8%, Action 3%
- #38 The LEGO® Movie - Videogame
73% matchVery Positive87% of 6,102 reviews2014
Dev: TT FusionPub: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 15.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Join Emmet and an unlikely group of resistance fighters in their heroic quest to thwart Lord Business’ evil plans—a mission that Emmet is hopelessly and hilariously unprepared for. It’s a wild ride with a surprising mix of over 90 playable characters including Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, the Green Ninja, Gandalf, Shakespeare,...
Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.7%, Adventure 12.2%, Co-op 8.9%, Family Friendly 8.3%, Action 7.8%
- #39 BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition
73% matchVery Positive86% of 3,294 reviews2015
Dev: Frogmind
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 84%
With BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition, experience the multi-award-winning action adventure like never before - redesigned for Steam.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.2%, Platformer 24%, Co-op 9.6%, Adventure 7.1%, 4 Player Local 5.9%
- #40 Prince of Persia®
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,927 reviews2008
Dev: Ubisoft MontrealPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 52%
The critically acclaimed Prince of Persia® franchise returns for the first time on next-generation platforms with an all-new epic journey. Built by the same award-winning Ubisoft Montreal studio that created Assassin's Creed™, Prince of Persia has been in development for over three years to deliver a whole new action-adventure gaming...
Why similar: Platformer 46.8%, Adventure 16.3%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Action 12.7%, Beautiful 9.9% ★
- #41 Spelunky
72% matchVery Positive92% of 16,681 reviews2013
Dev: Mossmouth
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Spelunky is a unique platformer with randomized levels that offer a challenging new experience each time you play. Journey deep underground and explore fantastic places filled with all manner of monsters, traps, and treasure.
Why similar: Platformer 47.1%, Local Co-Op 24.7%, Difficult 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%, 2D 4.1%
- #42 Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed Collection
71% matchVery Positive93% of 17,876 reviews2013
Dev: Sumo DigitalPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Compete across land, water and air in incredible transforming vehicles that change from cars to boats to planes mid-race.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.5%, Local Co-Op 22.8%, Local Multiplayer 20.5%, 4 Player Local 11.6%, Fast-Paced 5.9%
- #43 Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair
71% matchVery Positive81% of 1,437 reviews2019
Dev: Playtonic GamesPub: Playtonic Friends
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair is a brand-new 2.5D platformer from some of the key creative talent behind 'Donkey Kong Country'. As the colourful buddy duo you must tackle a series of stunning, 2.5D levels and explore a puzzling 3D Overworld rich with secrets and surprises!
Why similar: Platformer 47.3%, Great Soundtrack 24%, Adventure 16.5%, Family Friendly 4.7%, Comedy 3.3%
- #44 Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing
72% matchVery Positive87% of 3,538 reviews2010
Dev: Sumo DigitalPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 50%
SONIC AND SEGA ALL-STARS RACE FOR VICTORY IN A HIGH SPEED HIGH SKILL RACETRACK SHOWDOWN! TAKE TO THE TRACK BY CAR, MONSTER TRUCK, BIKE AND EVEN AEROPLANE IN SONIC & SEGA ALL-STARS RACING. Explore stunning new circuits including Sonic Seaside Hill, Curien Mansion and Blizzard Castle as you zip around medieval castle ramparts, hurtle...
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 34.4%, Local Multiplayer 26.3%, 4 Player Local 13.3%, Fast-Paced 9.7%, Family Friendly 7%
- #45 Guacamelee! 2
70% matchVery Positive91% of 3,390 reviews2018
Dev: Drinkbox Studios
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Head back to the Mexiverse in this long-awaited sequel to the smash hit Guacamelee! Uppercut your way to victory across stunning new hand-crafted levels. Featuring a dense and colorful world, new luchador moves, sassy new bosses, twice the enemies, and 300% more chickens!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.7%, Platformer 23.1%, 4 Player Local 14.3%, Co-op 11%, Side Scroller 6.3%
- #46 Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
71% matchVery Positive92% of 7,113 reviews2014
Dev: Drinkbox Studios
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The definitive version of the smash-hit Metroidvania-style action-platformer, Guacamelee! STCE adds new levels, powers, challenges, and refinements to the sprawling, ridiculous, Mexican-inspired adventure of the original Guacamelee! Gold Edition.
Why similar: Platformer 77.3%, 2D 13.3%, Local Co-Op 3.3%, 4 Player Local 1.7%, Co-op 1.1%
- #47 Trials Fusion™
73% matchMixed67% of 2,501 reviews2014
Dev: RedLynx, in collaboration with Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft KievPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Trials Fusion is the gold-standard platform racer for the next-generation of gaming. Built upon the Trials franchise’s proven gameplay foundations, Fusion challenges players endlessly in both classic and all-new ways.
Why similar: Platformer 32.2%, Local Multiplayer 20.3%, Great Soundtrack 15.8%, Multiplayer 6.6%, Difficult 6.2%
- #48 Psychonauts 2
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,528 reviews2021
Dev: Double Fine Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12.9 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Combining quirky missions and mysterious conspiracies, Psychonauts 2 is a platform-adventure game with cinematic style and tons of customizable psychic powers.
Why similar: Platformer 39.2%, Great Soundtrack 25%, Comedy 10.7%, Adventure 9%, Funny 8.6%
- #49 Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 71,636 reviews2016
Dev: Moon Studios GmbHPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 21.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37%, Platformer 36.9%, Adventure 5.6%, Beautiful 4.9% ★, Difficult 4.6%
- #50 Just Shapes & Beats
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 26,151 reviews2018
Dev: Berzerk Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
"Just Shapes & Beats" is a chaotic co-op musical bullet-hell based on three simple things: avoid Shapes, move to the kick-ass Beats, and die, repeatedly.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30.1%, Music 14.1%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, 4 Player Local 8.1%, Co-op 7.5%
- #51 Team Sonic Racing™
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 3,524 reviews2019
Dev: Sumo DigitalPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Team Sonic Racing combines the best elements of arcade and fast-paced competitive style racing as you face-off with friends in intense multiplayer racing.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 29.3%, Local Co-Op 21.8%, Fast-Paced 12.8%, Co-op 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.9%
- #52 Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
65% matchVery Positive91% of 18,159 reviews2023
Dev: Insomniac GamesPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 12.5 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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: Platformer 36.5%, Adventure 20.7%, Family Friendly 16%, Action 9.2%, Co-op 7.4%
- #53 The Adventure Pals
69% matchVery Positive92% of 1,990 reviews2018
Dev: Massive MonsterPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The Adventure Pals is an epic adventure platformer fueled by imagination, friendship, and the dark side of hot dogs. Your dad has been dadnapped and you, your pet rock, and a tongue-helicoptering giraffe must fight your way through levels filled with platforming, bizarre enemies, and big bosses to save the world!
Why similar: Platformer 33.5%, Local Co-Op 22.9%, Great Soundtrack 15.6%, Adventure 8.2%, Action 5%
- #54 Sonic Adventure 2
69% matchVery Positive89% of 28,630 reviews2012
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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: Great Soundtrack 32.7%, Platformer 28.8%, Fast-Paced 15.3%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%, Adventure 5.4%
- #55 PICO PARK 2
64% matchVery Positive88% of 4,766 reviews2024
Dev: TECOPARK
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
PICO PARK is back with all new levels! Play with 2-8 players locally or online in this co-op action-puzzle game!
Why similar: Platformer 24.4%, Local Co-Op 19.6%, Co-op 14.5%, Local Multiplayer 12%, Side Scroller 7.1%
- #56 Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania
67% matchVery Positive82% of 1,627 reviews2021
Dev: RGG StudioPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Go Bananas with your favorite monkey gang in the ultimate Super Monkey Ball adventure!
Why similar: Platformer 55.6%, Great Soundtrack 17.3%, Action 11.5%, Difficult 9.4%, Multiplayer 4.8%
- #57 Super Fancy Pants Adventure
68% matchVery Positive93% of 2,267 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: Platformer 38%, Great Soundtrack 23.3%, Fast-Paced 10.5%, Adventure 8.6%, Action 6.6%
- #58 Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,924 reviews2012
Dev: Black Forest Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams is a blistering hardcore platformer with contrasting worlds.
Why similar: Platformer 27.2%, Local Co-Op 21.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.2%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Side Scroller 9.5%
- #59 Spelunky 2
65% matchVery Positive93% of 21,992 reviews2020
Dev: Mossmouth
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a roguelike classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family.
Why similar: Platformer 29.4%, Local Co-Op 21.9%, 4 Player Local 15.9%, Co-op 11.6%, Difficult 6.5%
- #60 Streets of Rage 4
66% matchVery Positive92% of 19,766 reviews2020
Dev: Dotemu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Amongst the best beat’em up series ever created, jammin’ ‘90s beats and over the top street fighting, the iconic series Streets of Rage comes back with a masterful tribute to and revitalization of the classic action fans adore.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.2%, Great Soundtrack 19.8%, Local Multiplayer 14.4%, Action 11.4%, Co-op 9.5%