Games Like Rayman® Origins

Michel Ancel, the celebrated creator of Rayman®, Beyond Good & Evil®, and the Raving Rabbids®, returns to unleash his innovative creativity on this new entry into the Rayman® franchise.When Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies discover a mysterious tent filled with captivating paintings, they are suddenly transported to a series of...

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 sequel, it refines the fluid movement and artistic brilliance of the original with even more creative level design.

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: Local Co-Op 22.4%, Platformer 20.7%, Great Soundtrack 17.5%, Cartoony 7.4%, Co-op 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It matches the high-quality, hand-drawn animation style and demanding platforming precision found in the Rayman series.

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 46.3%, Great Soundtrack 22.1%, Adventure 13.2%, Colorful 5.1%, Funny 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title captures the spirit of classic 2D platforming with a whimsical tone and inventive world-map mechanics.

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 28.9%, Local Co-Op 20.2%, Co-op 9.9%, Funny 8.6%, Local Multiplayer 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a hilarious, co-op-focused platforming experience that shares the same lighthearted and chaotic energy.

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 42%, Co-op 19.3%, Platformer 12%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Local Multiplayer 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game emphasizes fluid, physics-based movement and cooperative play, making it a perfect match for fans of Rayman's co-op mechanics.

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: Platformer 28.3%, Great Soundtrack 27.8%, Local Co-Op 13.1%, 2D 6.8%, Cartoony 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the speed and kinetic energy of classic 2D platforming with a focus on momentum-based gameplay.

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 31.9%, Platformer 23.6%, Cartoony 15.5%, Funny 7.1%, Comedy 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Fast-paced, high-energy 2D platforming with a distinct, expressive art style that prioritizes momentum.

Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!

Why similar: Platformer 44.2%, Great Soundtrack 21.9%, Adventure 6.5%, 2D 6.3%, Side Scroller 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: The stunning, hand-drawn art style mirrors the visual polish and attention to detail seen in Rayman Origins.

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 42.9%, Great Soundtrack 29.1%, 2D 6.5%, Side Scroller 3.8%, Local Co-Op 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: Classic platforming action with a strong, memorable soundtrack and a high level of polish.

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 38.9%, Local Co-Op 24.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, Co-op 9.7%, Adventure 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features beautiful, lush environments and cooperative puzzle-platforming that rewards creative teamwork.

Go on a journey as Kaze in this 90’s classics inspired platformer. When the Crystal Islands get cursed, Kaze needs to save her friend Hogo while facing enraged living vegetables. Find the Wild Masks to unleash the powers of the legendary guardians and master land, sky and sea.

Why similar: Platformer 31.6%, Cartoony 23%, 2D 10.4%, Family Friendly 8.9%, Difficult 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to 90s platformers, it features tight controls and vibrant visuals that feel very much in the spirit of Rayman.

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 38.9%, Platformer 37.2%, Difficult 9.5%, 2D 5.6%, Adventure 3%

Why You'll Like It: It provides incredibly precise, high-quality platforming challenges wrapped in a charming and emotionally resonant presentation.

It’s About Time - the critically-acclaimed Crash Bandicoot™ 4: It's About Time is now on Steam!

Why similar: Platformer 39.5%, Cartoony 16.1%, Difficult 8.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%, Action 6%

Why You'll Like It: High-production value platforming with a focus on precision, humor, and challenging level design.

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 23.3%, Platformer 20.5%, Cartoony 11%, 4 Player Local 9.5%, Co-op 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tight platforming with vibrant, colorful visuals and local co-op, mirroring the core appeal of Rayman.

“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 39.6%, Great Soundtrack 37.3%, Adventure 4.9%, Difficult 4.3%, 2D 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: A breathtakingly beautiful platformer that features fluid movement and atmospheric design.

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 33.6%, Platformer 26.2%, Co-op 8.7%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Adventure 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, family-friendly platformer with a strong emphasis on cooperative play and creative level themes.

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 30.2%, Great Soundtrack 18.1%, Cartoony 15.2%, Funny 9.3%, Comedy 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features imaginative level design and a humorous, character-driven story that feels as polished as a classic platformer.

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 54.8%, Great Soundtrack 22.6%, Adventure 7.3%, Action 4.9%, 2D 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful, high-quality remake that captures the essence of classic 2D platforming with modern visual flair.

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 34%, Platformer 29%, Funny 10.2%, Co-op 6.1%, Colorful 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, whimsical platformer that captures the joy of movement and exploration in a colorful world.

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 46.8%, Local Co-Op 27.2%, Difficult 6.2%, 2D 5.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep, emergent platforming gameplay that rewards mastery and experimentation in every run.

Jump, burrow, and tail swipe your way to victory in this love letter to classic 3D platformers!

Why similar: Platformer 37.9%, Cartoony 18.9%, Funny 9.5%, Family Friendly 6.9%, Adventure 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, lighthearted platformer that is accessible, fun, and filled with personality.

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

Why similar: Platformer 36.6%, Local Co-Op 30.5%, Adventure 8.8%, Local Multiplayer 6.2%, Co-op 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, character-driven puzzle-platformer with a distinct sense of humor and cooperative elements.

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

Why similar: Platformer 52.8%, Great Soundtrack 21.6%, Difficult 10.4%, 2D 7%, Funny 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive experience for players who enjoy challenging, twitch-based platforming and tight, responsive controls.

Go Bananas with your favorite monkey gang in the ultimate Super Monkey Ball adventure!

Why similar: Platformer 49.1%, Great Soundtrack 14.3%, Colorful 12.4%, Action 8.6%, Difficult 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, physics-based game that shares the arcade-like energy and fun factor of the Rayman series.

Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.

Why similar: Platformer 46.4%, Great Soundtrack 31.4%, 2D 7.4%, Action 4.4%, Side Scroller 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: Fast-paced, momentum-based platforming with a colorful cast and an energetic, driving soundtrack.

Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams is a blistering hardcore platformer with contrasting worlds.

Why similar: Platformer 26.5%, Local Co-Op 23.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.1%, Great Soundtrack 8.8%, Side Scroller 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features unique world-shifting mechanics and challenging platforming that keeps the gameplay fresh.

Build, Battle and Brawl your way out of trouble! Play through all three classic Indiana Jones™ movies and relive your favorite Indy adventures in the tongue-in-cheek worlds of LEGO®. Explore and Discover - Battle enemies, solve puzzles, and seek out the world's greatest treasures.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.6%, Platformer 15.6%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, Adventure 8.4%, Co-op 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic co-op experience that emphasizes lighthearted fun, exploration, and accessible platforming.

N++ is a fast-paced, momentum-based platformer about darting around obstacles, narrowly evading enemies and collecting gold in a beautiful minimalist landscape.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.4%, Platformer 20.4%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, 4 Player Local 12%, Difficult 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist but incredibly tight platformer that emphasizes momentum, precision, and simple, effective design.

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 47.5%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Adventure 9.5%, 2D 7.8%, Action 7.4%

Take control of a nimble janitor to rid the world of dust and debris.

Why similar: Platformer 42.3%, Great Soundtrack 31%, Local Co-Op 7.2%, Difficult 6.2%, 2D 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on fluid, acrobatic movement and satisfying platforming mechanics that reward speed and precision.

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 32.6%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Great Soundtrack 13.4%, 4 Player Local 8%, Local Multiplayer 6.3%

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

Why similar: Platformer 44.2%, Great Soundtrack 32.9%, 2D 4.7%, Action 4.3%, Colorful 3.8%

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 44.1%, Great Soundtrack 19.3%, Colorful 9%, Local Multiplayer 8%, Action 7.4%

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 24.9%, Funny 17.4%, Comedy 12.4%, Local Co-Op 10%, Family Friendly 8.4%

Mickey Mouse returns to star in Castle of Illusion, a fantastical reimagining of the Sega Genesis classic.

Why similar: Platformer 63.1%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, Adventure 6.6%, Family Friendly 5.7%, Colorful 4%

Experience the collected adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog in Sonic Origins Plus! With 16 legendary Sonic titles including 12 Game Gear games, new playable characters, modes, challenges, behind the scenes content, and more, this is the definitive way to play these classic games!

Why similar: Platformer 39.1%, Great Soundtrack 35.2%, Adventure 7.3%, Action 6.8%, 2D 4.3%

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 39.7%, Local Co-Op 27.8%, Great Soundtrack 6.1%, 2D 4.5%, Action 4%

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 35.9%, Great Soundtrack 20.5%, Cartoony 9.8%, Difficult 7.6%, Funny 5.6%

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 37.8%, Platformer 35.7%, Local Multiplayer 7.7%, Adventure 5.4%, Action 5.3%

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 34.3%, Local Co-Op 19.6%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%, Co-op 8.3%, Adventure 6%

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 32.1%, Local Co-Op 24.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.1%, Adventure 6.4%, Funny 6%

Grab a friend and get squishy! Putty Pals is the ultimate co-op platformer, challenging two players to work together and overcome puzzles in a bright and beautiful world.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.6%, Platformer 22.7%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Funny 8.1%, Adventure 4.9%

• 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 26%, Adventure 13.4%, Cartoony 12.1%, Action 11.5%, Local Multiplayer 10%

Jump into adventure in Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Director's Cut, a love letter to platformers! Play in single-player or couch co-op, and enjoy 8 colorful worlds, classic platforming challenges, and music by legendary composer David Wise.

Why similar: Platformer 29.4%, Co-op 23.7%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Family Friendly 13.7%, Adventure 8.6%

Rediscover the beloved 2D arcade-style beat 'em up inspired by the iconic comic and movie Scott Pilgrim vs. The World!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.9%, Great Soundtrack 15.5%, Local Multiplayer 11.7%, Co-op 8.2%, Adventure 7.8%

Inspired by the classics, UniDuni is a lighthearted puzzle platformer adventure which celebrates the bonds of friendship. Invite a friend to work together across hand-crafted levels or challenge yourself and prove your skills!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.1%, Platformer 17.4%, Local Multiplayer 15%, Co-op 10.7%, Funny 8.4%

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: Local Co-Op 19.5%, Platformer 18.3%, Great Soundtrack 14.8%, Co-op 9.8%, Funny 7.5%

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 36.7%, Great Soundtrack 23.1%, Colorful 9%, Adventure 8.3%, Funny 6%

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 34.4%, Platformer 21.3%, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.3%, Co-op 8.2%

“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 42.9%, Platformer 33.4%, 2D 5.2%, Adventure 5%, Difficult 3.8%

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 26.3%, Platformer 20.3%, Great Soundtrack 13.6%, Local Multiplayer 8.2%, Co-op 7.5%

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 35.7%, Local Co-Op 18.1%, Cartoony 13.1%, Local Multiplayer 7.7%, Adventure 5.9%

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 31.1%, Local Co-Op 25.6%, 4 Player Local 12.4%, Co-op 8.2%, Difficult 6%

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 40.7%, Great Soundtrack 36.1%, Adventure 7.4%, Colorful 3.6%, Family Friendly 3%

Three Heroes make their way through dangers untold in a fairytale world of great castles and strange machinery, featuring physics-based puzzles, beautiful sights and online co-op.

Why similar: Platformer 31.4%, Local Co-Op 25.9%, Great Soundtrack 19.1%, Co-op 6%, Action 4.1%

Mago is a retro 2D platformer that puts us in the boots of a sorcerer, who was unfortunate enough to eat evil overlords' food. Now he has to rescue his beloved princess from the dinner menu of the evil Gourmet! Nostalgia awaits!

Why similar: Platformer 33.3%, Great Soundtrack 19.9%, Local Co-Op 9%, Funny 6.3%, 2D 5.8%

Explore the Trollhunters universe and save the world as Jim Lake Jr. in this action-packed game!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.2%, Platformer 19.6%, Local Multiplayer 9%, Co-op 8.7%, Side Scroller 5.3%

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 72.7%, 2D 16.5%, Local Co-Op 3.5%, Cartoony 1.6%, 4 Player Local 1.2%

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 72.1%, Adventure 17%, Action 5.5%, 2D 4%, Singleplayer 1.4%

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 25.1%, Local Co-Op 22.1%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%, Co-op 9.9%, Multiplayer 6.4%