- #1 Rayman® Origins
97% matchVery Positive94% of 6,193 reviews2012
Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Experience the magical universe of Rayman with legendary 2D gameplay that has captured the hearts of millions of fans!
Why similar: Platformer 31.6%, Local Co-Op 20.3%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, 4 Player Local 5.9%, Co-op 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: As the direct predecessor, it shares the exact same fluid movement, art style, and cooperative gameplay mechanics.
- #2 Ori and the Will of the Wisps
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 146,021 reviews2020
Dev: Moon Studios GmbHPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 8.6 hrsMean: 24.8 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: Features incredibly fluid, momentum-based movement and stunning visual design that rivals the polish of Rayman.
- #3 Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 71,398 reviews2016
Dev: Moon Studios GmbHPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
“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: Platformer 36.9%, Great Soundtrack 36.9%, Adventure 5.6%, Beautiful 4.9% ★, Difficult 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a beautiful, atmospheric platforming experience with tight controls and high-quality artistic direction.
- #4 Cuphead
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 220,068 reviews2017
Dev: Studio MDHR Entertainment Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 23.3 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 22.4%, Local Co-Op 22.2%, Great Soundtrack 20.2%, Co-op 12.3%, Difficult 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: Matches the high-intensity, hand-drawn animation style and challenging boss-focused platforming found in Rayman's more difficult levels.
- #5 It Takes Two
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 268,553 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%, Co-op 31.6%, Platformer 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%, Multiplayer 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive modern co-op platformer that emphasizes creative, varied gameplay mechanics and shared player experiences.
- #6 Pizza Tower
94% 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 34.8%, Platformer 24.2%, Fast-Paced 17.3%, Comedy 5.3%, Funny 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the high-speed, chaotic energy and expressive character animation that makes Rayman's movement so satisfying.
- #7 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,893 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 30.8%, 2D 5%, Side Scroller 4.5%, Adventure 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers a classic, polished platforming experience with a fantastic soundtrack and vibrant retro-inspired visuals.
- #8 Unravel Two
92% matchMostly Positive78% of 9,133 reviews2020
Dev: Coldwood InteractivePub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 3.2 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 37.1%, Co-op 28.5%, Platformer 11.6%, Local Multiplayer 6.9%, Adventure 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A charming co-op puzzle-platformer that focuses on teamwork and physics-based movement in a beautiful, detailed world.
- #9 Guacamelee! 2
91% matchVery Positive91% of 3,369 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 22.9%, 4 Player Local 14.4%, Co-op 11.1%, Side Scroller 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Combines fluid 2D platforming with satisfying combat and a colorful, humorous tone similar to the Rayman franchise.
- #10 Trine 4: The Nightmare Prince
91% matchVery Positive89% of 14,304 reviews2019
Dev: Frozenbyte
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The best-selling Trine series returns to the magic of 2.5D! Join three iconic heroes as they set off on a quest through fantastical fairytale landscapes to save the world from the Nightmare Prince’s shadows.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.4%, Platformer 18%, Beautiful 15.6% ★, Great Soundtrack 13.2%, Co-op 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A premier co-op puzzle-platformer that emphasizes teamwork and environmental interaction in a lush, fantasy setting.
- #11 BattleBlock Theater®
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 72,829 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 28.7%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Co-op 15.1%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%, Comedy 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features hilarious, fast-paced co-op platforming with a distinct sense of humor and varied level design.
- #12 Sackboy™: A Big Adventure
89% matchVery Positive84% of 4,451 reviews2022
Dev: Sumo DigitalPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.3 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 29.9%, Platformer 25.7%, Co-op 13%, Adventure 7.4%, Family Friendly 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A polished 3D co-op platformer that emphasizes accessibility, creative level themes, and family-friendly fun.
- #13 Sonic Mania
89% matchVery Positive94% of 28,761 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 28.5%, Platformer 27.3%, Fast-Paced 12%, Local Co-Op 11.5%, 2D 5%
Why You'll Like It: The best 2D Sonic experience, focusing on momentum, speed, and tight platforming controls that feel right at home with Rayman.
- #14 Celeste
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 146,121 reviews2018
Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 26.8 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 39.8%, Platformer 35.9%, Difficult 10.5%, 2D 4.2%, Adventure 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides the gold standard for tight, responsive precision platforming with a focus on overcoming challenging obstacles.
- #15 Crash Bandicoot™ 4: It’s About Time
87% matchVery Positive86% of 4,072 reviews2022
Dev: Toys for BobPub: Activision
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 8.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.3%, Adventure 8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a challenging, high-quality platforming experience with creative level gimmicks and tight controls.
- #16 A Hat in Time
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 53,401 reviews2017
Dev: Gears for Breakfast
Windows
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Great Soundtrack 36.6%, Platformer 29.5%, Co-op 9.4%, Funny 7.4%, Adventure 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A whimsical 3D platformer that captures the lighthearted charm and creative level variety found in Rayman Legends.
- #17 Max: The Curse of Brotherhood
86% matchVery Positive95% of 1,656 reviews2014
Dev: Press PlayPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.7 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: A puzzle-platformer that uses creative environmental manipulation and features a vibrant, cinematic art style.
- #18 Sonic Generations Collection
85% matchVery Positive94% of 25,502 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 38.3%, Great Soundtrack 30.2%, Fast-Paced 14.9%, Action 4.4%, Family Friendly 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Blends classic 2D and modern 3D platforming with a high-energy soundtrack and fast-paced movement.
- #19 Castle of Illusion
84% matchVery Positive91% of 4,440 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 14.2%, Adventure 8.5%, Family Friendly 7%, Difficult 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: A charming, classic-style platformer remake that emphasizes whimsical level design and accessible gameplay.
- #20 Super Meat Boy
83% matchVery Positive94% of 39,051 reviews2010
Dev: Team Meat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!
Why similar: Platformer 47.3%, Great Soundtrack 20.5%, Difficult 10.6%, Fast-Paced 9.7%, 2D 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the high-speed, twitch-reflex platforming that fans of Rayman's more difficult 'Invasion' levels will appreciate.
- #21 The Cave
84% matchVery Positive87% of 2,922 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 36.1%, Local Co-Op 27.5%, Adventure 10.6%, Co-op 8.6%, Local Multiplayer 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that relies on character-specific abilities and humor, perfect for those who enjoy the puzzle elements of Rayman.
- #22 Spelunky 2
81% matchVery Positive93% of 21,899 reviews2020
Dev: Mossmouth
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 42.6 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 29.2%, Local Co-Op 21.9%, 4 Player Local 15.9%, Co-op 11.8%, Difficult 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep, challenging platforming mechanics with a focus on emergent gameplay and cooperative play.
- #23 Hollow Knight
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 558,466 reviews2017
Dev: Team Cherry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 41.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
Why similar: Platformer 36.7%, Great Soundtrack 35%, Difficult 9.2%, 2D 6.3%, Adventure 5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly polished 2D platforming experience with deep exploration and a unique, hand-crafted aesthetic.
- #24 DuckTales: Remastered
82% matchVery Positive88% of 7,921 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 52.8%, Great Soundtrack 23.1%, Adventure 8.6%, Action 5.6%, Family Friendly 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A faithful, high-quality remake of a classic platformer that features great music and tight, retro-inspired controls.
- #25 Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,921 reviews2012
Dev: Black Forest GamesPub: HandyGames
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%, Local Co-Op 21.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features unique world-shifting mechanics and arcade-style platforming that rewards speed and precision.
- #26 Sonic Colors: Ultimate
79% matchMixed67% of 1,761 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 45.7%, Great Soundtrack 21.2%, Co-op 11.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.1%, Action 9%
Why You'll Like It: A colorful, fast-paced platformer that focuses on fun, varied level gimmicks and a lighthearted tone.
- #27 The LEGO® Movie - Videogame
81% matchVery Positive87% of 6,045 reviews2014
Dev: TT FusionPub: Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.6 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 12.1%, Co-op 9%, Family Friendly 8.3%, Comedy 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A lighthearted, co-op-focused adventure that captures the humor and accessible gameplay style of the Rayman series.
- #28 Rayman: 30th Anniversary Edition
77% matchMixed64% of 431 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 46.5%, Side Scroller 12%, Adventure 11.4%, Action 8.5%, 2D 5.9%
- #29 Guacamelee! Super Turbo Championship Edition
79% matchVery Positive92% of 7,092 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%, 2D 13.5%, Local Co-Op 3.4%, 4 Player Local 1.7%, Co-op 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: The original entry in the series that established the fluid combat-platforming hybrid style.
- #30 Trine 2: Complete Story
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 22,037 reviews2013
Dev: Frozenbyte
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Three Heroes make their way through dangers untold in a fairytale world, featuring physics-based puzzles, beautiful sights and online co-op.
Why similar: Platformer 30.9%, Beautiful 19.6% ★, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Co-op 11.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, physics-based puzzle-platformer that excels in cooperative play and environmental storytelling.
- #31 SONIC SUPERSTARS
76% matchMixed68% of 3,869 reviews2023
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 30%, Great Soundtrack 13.1%, Local Co-Op 11.2%, Fast-Paced 10.1%, 4 Player Local 10%
- #32 Sonic Adventure 2
78% matchVery Positive89% of 28,438 reviews2012
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 16.5 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 32.5%, Platformer 28.9%, Fast-Paced 15.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.9%, Adventure 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic 3D platformer that emphasizes speed, great music, and distinct character-based gameplay styles.
- #33 Crash Bandicoot™ N. Sane Trilogy
75% matchVery Positive92% of 22,103 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 40.9%, Great Soundtrack 24.8%, Difficult 9.9%, Adventure 6.3%, Family Friendly 4.7%
- #34 Rayman Raving Rabbids™
77% matchVery Positive85% of 2,096 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 26.8%, Funny 12.7%, Comedy 11.6%, Family Friendly 9.9%, Action 9.5%
- #35 Guacamelee! Gold Edition
74% matchVery Positive93% of 6,007 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 41.5%, Local Co-Op 26.5%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%, Action 4.9%, Adventure 4.1%
- #36 Sonic the Hedgehog 4 - Episode II
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,316 reviews2012
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 52%
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 31.6%, Local Co-Op 16.5%, Co-op 11.6%, Great Soundtrack 11.6%, Adventure 6.7%
- #37 Sonic Lost World
75% matchMixed62% of 5,589 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 32.9%, Fast-Paced 13.9%, Adventure 7.8%, Family Friendly 3%
- #38 Spelunky
72% matchVery Positive92% of 16,651 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%, Local Co-Op 24.8%, Difficult 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%, 2D 4.2%
- #39 Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing
73% matchVery Positive87% of 3,526 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 34.2%, Local Multiplayer 26.8%, 4 Player Local 13.2%, Fast-Paced 9.5%, Family Friendly 7%
- #40 Battletoads
73% 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: Co-op 37.2%, Adventure 15.4%, Action 12.7%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Side Scroller 7.4%
- #41 Super Fancy Pants Adventure
72% 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: Platformer 37.9%, Great Soundtrack 23.2%, Fast-Paced 10.6%, Adventure 8.6%, Action 6.6%
- #42 Yooka-Laylee
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 5,397 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 27.3%, Adventure 11.3%, Family Friendly 7.1%, Funny 4.8%
- #43 Prince of Persia®
74% matchMostly Positive79% of 3,895 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 12.8%, Action 12.7%, Beautiful 9.9% ★
- #44 Streets of Rage 4
70% matchVery Positive92% of 19,654 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 19.7%, Local Multiplayer 14.4%, Action 11.4%, Co-op 9.7%
- #45 The Adventure Pals
71% matchVery Positive92% of 1,984 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 33.3%, Local Co-Op 23.1%, Great Soundtrack 15.5%, Adventure 8.1%, Action 5%
- #46 Child of Light
71% matchVery Positive91% of 13,479 reviews2014
Dev: Ubisoft MontréalPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33.1%, Platformer 28.4%, Beautiful 12.3% ★, Local Co-Op 11.6%, Adventure 5.6%
- #47 Unravel
69% matchVery Positive91% of 5,568 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 30.7%, Co-op 12.2%, Great Soundtrack 12.1%, Beautiful 11.4% ★, Adventure 9.6%
- #48 Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania
69% matchVery Positive82% of 1,620 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 17.2%, Action 11.5%, Difficult 9.4%, Multiplayer 4.9%
- #49 Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair
70% matchVery Positive80% of 1,434 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 47.2%, Great Soundtrack 23.9%, Adventure 16.5%, Family Friendly 4.8%, Comedy 3.4%
- #50 PICO PARK 2
65% matchVery Positive89% of 4,721 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 24.3%, Local Co-Op 19.4%, Co-op 14.6%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%, Side Scroller 7.1%
- #51 BADLAND: Game of the Year Edition
70% matchVery Positive86% of 3,283 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 28.3%, Platformer 23.8%, Co-op 9.8%, Adventure 7.1%, 4 Player Local 6%
- #52 Trials Fusion™
71% matchMixed67% of 2,488 reviews2014
Dev: RedLynx, in collaboration with Ubisoft Shanghai, Ubisoft KievPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 17.1 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%, Local Multiplayer 20.5%, Great Soundtrack 15.6%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Difficult 6.2%
- #53 Moving Out
68% matchVery Positive80% of 2,341 reviews2020
Dev: SMG StudioPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Moving Out is a ridiculous physics-based moving simulator that brings new meaning to "couch co-op"! Are you ready for an exciting career in furniture? As a newly certified Furniture Arrangement & Relocation Technician, you’ll take on moving jobs all across the busy town of Packmore.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.7%, 4 Player Local 14.4%, Co-op 13%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%
- #54 Brothers - A Tale of Two Sons
68% matchVery Positive94% of 41,280 reviews2013
Dev: Starbreeze Studios ABPub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Guide two brothers on an epic fairy tale journey from visionary Swedish film director, Josef Fares and top-tier developer Starbreeze Studios. Control both brothers at once as you experience co-op play in single player mode, like never before.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 21.9%, Beautiful 21.2% ★, Adventure 19.4%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, Platformer 14%
- #55 Ori and the Blind Forest
67% matchVery Positive94% of 60,081 reviews2015
Dev: Moon Studios GmbHPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 17.8 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%, Platformer 33%, Adventure 6%, Difficult 4.2%, 2D 4%
- #56 Levelhead
67% matchVery Positive94% of 1,137 reviews2020
Dev: Butterscotch Shenanigans
Windows
Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Deliver those goods, real good - or get turned into scrap trying! Chaotic co-op platforming, genre-bending power-ups, a challenging campaign, and endless community-built levels await, so grab a friend and GO!
Why similar: Platformer 22.6%, Local Co-Op 22.5%, 4 Player Local 14.7%, Co-op 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 10.1%
- #57 Joggernauts
69% matchVery Positive86% of 140 reviews2018
Dev: Space MacePub: Graffiti Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Jog! Jump! Switch! Coordinate the crazy conga line of alien athletes in this autorunner / puzzle platformer for 1-4 players.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.6%, Platformer 20.8%, Great Soundtrack 14.8%, Co-op 11.8%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%
- #58 Pikuniku
65% 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: Platformer 18.8%, Local Co-Op 18.2%, Great Soundtrack 16.1%, Co-op 15.3%, Adventure 6.6%
- #59 PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC
61% matchVery Positive90% of 841 reviews2025
Dev: NOW PRODUCTION Co., Ltd.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
PAC-MAN WORLD 2 Re-PAC modernizes, updates, and enhances the fan favorite 3D Platforming adventure in nearly every way! Venture across PAC-LAND to reclaim the golden fruit and put a stop to the ghosts and their dastardly boss, Spooky!
Why similar: Platformer 40.4%, Local Co-Op 18.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.6%, Co-op 8.9%, Adventure 8.2%
- #60 Just Shapes & Beats
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 25,972 reviews2018
Dev: Berzerk Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 14.4 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 29.8%, Music 14.2%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, 4 Player Local 8.1%, Co-op 7.6%