- #1 Pivot XL
97% matchVery Positive95% of 182 reviews2018
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Pivot XL is a fast-paced, minimalist arcade score chaser with simple one-button controls. Pivot, dodge obstacles, and survive as long as possible in this addictive ‘just-one-more-round’ challenge. Perfect for quick sessions or while waiting in queue for another game!
Why similar: Difficult 18.1%, Runner 12.2%, Score Attack 11.5%, Minimalist 11%, Arcade 9.9%
- #2 Bing Bong XL
96% matchVery Positive90% of 271 reviews2018
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Bing Bong XL is a fast-paced, minimalist arcade score chaser with simple one-button controls. Dodge obstacles, collect points, and survive as long as possible in this addictive ‘just-one-more-round’ challenge. Perfect for quick sessions or while waiting in queue for another game!
Why similar: Difficult 18.2%, Runner 13.5%, Score Attack 11.3%, Minimalist 10%, Arcade 9.9%
- #3 Diamo XL
96% matchVery Positive93% of 548 reviews2017
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 34.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Diamo XL is a fast-paced, addictive, and challenging arcade score chaser. Dodge obstacles, rack up high scores, and master precise movement. Easy to learn but tough to master, it's perfect for quick sessions or leaderboard dominance. Play while waiting in queue or push for endless high-score glory!
Why similar: Difficult 21.2%, Score Attack 12.4%, Minimalist 12.4%, Arcade 11.6%, Fast-Paced 8.2%
- #4 Orbt XL
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,395 reviews2017
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Defy gravity in Orbt XL! A fast-paced, addictive, 'just-one-more-round' arcade score chaser. Stay in orbit, dodge obstacles, and rack up points, the closer you are to the black hole, the higher your score! Easy to learn, tough to master, and perfect for quick play sessions while waiting in queue.
Why similar: Difficult 16.3%, Runner 13.7%, Score Attack 13%, Minimalist 10.3%, Arcade 9.7%
- #5 Ding Dong XL
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 875 reviews2018
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
A fast-paced, neon-infused arcade game with simple one-button controls! Addictive, easy to learn, and perfect for quick sessions. Challenge yourself to beat your high score while waiting in queue for another game!
Why similar: Runner 19.5%, Difficult 16.7%, Score Attack 11.3%, Minimalist 10.4%, Arcade 9.4%
- #6 Poosh XL
93% matchVery Positive99% of 265 reviews2023
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Poosh XL is a neon-infused, one-button arcade score chaser where precision and timing are everything. Launch yourself past obstacles, collect powerups, and climb the leaderboards in this fast-paced, endlessly challenging game. Simple to learn, hard to master, perfect for quick, addictive gameplay!
Why similar: Score Attack 20.2%, Runner 19.6%, Arcade 12.2%, Family Friendly 11.2%, Difficult 10.1%
- #7 Bit Blaster XL
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,141 reviews2016
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!
Why similar: Difficult 21%, Score Attack 15.1%, Minimalist 14.2%, Arcade 11.6%, Family Friendly 10%
- #8 Super Bit Blaster XL
91% matchVery Positive94% of 878 reviews2020
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Score Attack 21.5%, Arcade 19.8%, Family Friendly 14.8%, Survival 13.6%, Retro 9.6%
- #9 Super Hexagon
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 24,964 reviews2012
Dev: Terry Cavanagh
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.
Why similar: Difficult 40.7%, Fast-Paced 16.6%, Arcade 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Score Attack 7.5%
- #10 Bighead Runner
90% matchMostly Positive73% of 184 reviews2018
Dev: NukGames
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Bighead Runner is an arcade endless runner that challenges you to collect coins and conquer the leaderboards! Dash, jump, and slide through procedurally generated stages, striving to beat your best score and unlock awesome skins.
Why similar: Runner 19%, Difficult 14.3%, Score Attack 12.8%, Fast-Paced 12.2%, Arcade 9%
- #11 Polygoneer
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,730 reviews2017
Dev: NukGames
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Test your reflexes in POLYGONEER, defend yourself from prolygonal shapes taht comes from everywhere, just hitting is not enough you need to match the right color shot to the polygon too! Are you ready for the challenge?
Why similar: Difficult 19.3%, Arcade 18.4%, Score Attack 16.3%, Action 9.6%, Casual 9.4%
- #12 Switch 'N' Shoot
89% matchVery Positive96% of 154 reviews2016
Dev: Matt Glanville
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!
Why similar: Score Attack 19.7%, Difficult 19.3%, Arcade 12.2%, Minimalist 12%, Fast-Paced 10.9%
- #13 WAVESHAPER
88% matchVery Positive88% of 2,193 reviews2017
Dev: GAMES FOR HUMANS
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 35.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
WAVESHAPER is a minimalist score attack game in which you attempt to stop the 2D vector menace, one obstacle at a time.
Why similar: Runner 17.8%, Difficult 15.9%, Score Attack 15.2%, Minimalist 13.7%, Arcade 8.4%
- #14 Flip Flop XL
84% matchVery Positive99% of 105 reviews2024
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Master the art of flips in this quirky arcade challenge! Press, hold, and release to jump, spin, and stick perfect landings. Chain flips, unlock silly accessories, and beat your high score in this endlessly addictive, physics-based game with cute minimalist graphics and one-button controls!
Why similar: Score Attack 29.8%, Arcade 19.7%, Family Friendly 17.2%, Minimalist 15.2%, 2D 6.9%
- #15 RFLEX
87% matchVery Positive92% of 225 reviews2015
Dev: Wesley LaFerrierePub: System Void Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 41%
RFLEX is a fast-paced and challenging neo-arcade game. Frantically dodge your way to the high score in a series of rage-inducing levels while enjoying a kickass, original soundtrack. Experience trippy visuals while being pulled into a never-ending abyss of addicting, non-stop action.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 27.8%, Action 24.9%, Casual 23.2%, Retro 15%, Indie 9.1%
- #16 JUMPGRID
86% matchVery Positive95% of 84 reviews2019
Dev: Ian MacLartyPub: Shape Shop
Windows · Mac · Linux
Deftly teleport your way through a cosmic obstacle course in this white-knuckle arcade dodge-em-up!
Why similar: Difficult 27.9%, Fast-Paced 20.6%, Minimalist 17.2%, Arcade 14%, Retro 7.3%
- #17 oO
86% matchVery Positive89% of 967 reviews2015
Dev: Maciej Targoni
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 33%
"oO" is a hardcore minimal arcade game.
Why similar: Difficult 28.1%, Minimalist 19.2%, Fast-Paced 19%, Arcade 15.4%, 2D 5.5%
- #18 Run or Die
85% matchVery Positive85% of 176 reviews2014
Dev: Team Flow
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Run or Die is a fast paced Endless Runner that focuses on movement based abilities (and a huge Ion Cannon)! Players must make decisions in the blink of an eye in order to make their way through a hazardous city environment where every run is different!
Why similar: Runner 27.8%, Difficult 23.6%, Score Attack 17.9%, Fast-Paced 17.4%, Casual 4.7%
- #19 Spinning Around
84% matchVery Positive85% of 53 reviews2017
Dev: XiNFiNiTY Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Are you up for the challenge? Spinning around is an arcade game that will test your reflexes in the simplest form. Guide your spaceship through the gates,be fast!
Why similar: Runner 24.3%, Difficult 21.6%, Minimalist 17.8%, Arcade 14.6%, Action 8.6%
- #20 Open Hexagon
81% matchVery Positive96% of 478 reviews2021
Dev: Vittorio Romeo
Windows · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Four buttons, one goal: survive. Are you ready for a real challenge? -- Become the best and climb the leaderboards in Open Hexagon, a fast-paced adrenalinic arcade game that's easy to learn but hard to master!
Why similar: Difficult 25.1%, Score Attack 21.5%, Minimalist 18.4%, Arcade 14.3%, Retro 7.8%
- #21 Frequent Flyer
83% matchVery Positive88% of 110 reviews2017
Dev: Coldwild Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Complete tasks and survive the oncoming enemy waves for as long as possible! Are you good enough? Are you a frequent flyer?
Why similar: Score Attack 18.3%, Fast-Paced 16%, Arcade 12.2%, Survival 11.7%, Family Friendly 10.5%
- #22 64.0
81% matchVery Positive90% of 1,489 reviews2017
Dev: rebel rabbit
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%
64.0 is a minimal fast-paced arcade game, where you shoot the squares that have the same color as the background.
Why similar: Difficult 33.9%, Fast-Paced 14.8%, Arcade 9.2%, Retro 8.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%
- #23 Space Smash
82% matchVery Positive89% of 53 reviews2019
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows · Linux
A retro-style, fast-paced, and addictive shoot 'em up. A throwback to the classic arcade games of the 80s. Great for playing while waiting in line for another game. 🎮 (shmup)
Why similar: Difficult 21.6%, Score Attack 16.8%, Minimalist 14.7%, Arcade 12%, Survival 10.5%
- #24 Abscond
82% matchMixed62% of 55 reviews2017
Dev: XiNFiNiTY Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Avoiding all obstacles and collect points before they are destroyed. Watch out for projectiles and enemies stalking you! Will you the #1 highscore on leaderboard against your friends?
Why similar: Difficult 26.8%, Minimalist 20.3%, Arcade 16.9%, Action 11.7%, Casual 11%
- #25 BIT.TRIP RUNNER
80% matchVery Positive86% of 3,946 reviews2011
Dev: Gaijin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Experience the rhythmic thrill of BIT.TRIP RUNNER! With its retro charm, simple controls, and award-winning visuals, this classic sets the standard for rhythm gaming. Don't miss the game that started it all in the acclaimed runner series.
Why similar: Runner 29.8%, Minimalist 18.3%, Difficult 14.3%, Arcade 14.1%, 2D 6.4%
- #26 Time Up
79% matchVery Positive97% of 86 reviews2017
Dev: Grid Game
Windows · Mac
Time Up is a fast paced action platformer, with each level only being 9 seconds. Sieze every opportunity, plan your route, Survive various deadly traps, and reach the finish line! This game combines a variety of classic platformer elements: The levels are carefully designed to make them harder, yet more enjoyable to give the player a...
Why similar: Difficult 26.6%, Fast-Paced 19.3%, Minimalist 17.2%, Action 12.1%, Casual 11.7%
- #27 Direct
79% matchMixed59% of 79 reviews2017
Dev: ToastieLabs
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Direct is a fast paced score-attack game. Play to unlock cosmetic ship upgrades and increasingly more difficult game modes. Approximately a 2 hour experience to complete, but still fun and easy to jump back into during a coffee break to beat your high scores. Addictive, infuriating fun!
Why similar: Score Attack 48.8%, Casual 20.2%, Action 19.9%, Indie 7.7%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #28 Nice Jumper
77% matchVery Positive82% of 340 reviews2019
Dev: Nikolai UsachevPub: USANIK STD
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ready to test your reaction?
Why similar: Runner 22%, Arcade 13.9%, Minimalist 13.5%, Score Attack 11.6%, Difficult 10.7%
- #29 Pivvot
78% matchVery Positive90% of 232 reviews2014
Dev: Fixpoint Productions Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Pivvot is a thrilling game of strategic avoidance that will consistently test and challenge your ability to make quick, impulsive decisions. As the game progresses, you will have to rely on your instincts and problem-solving skills to navigate down the winding path for survival.
Why similar: Difficult 36.4%, Fast-Paced 25.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%, Action 8.3%, Casual 7.7%
- #30 One More Line
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 286 reviews2015
Dev: SMG Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
ONE MORE LINE is a highly addictive, one button, space disco, skill timing game! Steam edition features 2-4 player local multi-player and no advertising. All for a very low price! Can you put a price on fun though?
Why similar: Difficult 21.8%, Score Attack 18.9%, Fast-Paced 17.8%, Minimalist 12.6%, Arcade 11.7%
- #31 Velocibox
77% matchVery Positive88% of 639 reviews2014
Dev: Shawn Beck
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Velocibox is a twitch-heavy action game crafted for the hardcore audience.
Why similar: Difficult 41.9%, Fast-Paced 31.6%, Arcade 10.8%, Action 10.1%, Indie 4.2%
- #32 Chameleon Run Deluxe Edition
75% matchVery Positive92% of 123 reviews2019
Dev: Hyperbolic MagnetismPub: CINEMAX GAMES
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Chameleon Run is a unique, fast and challenging autorunner with a colorful twist. Jump, switch and run through expertly crafted levels that will have you running back for more.
Why similar: Runner 41.1%, Difficult 32.7%, Family Friendly 10%, Casual 5.8%, Action 5.7%
- #33 BARRIER X
74% matchVery Positive85% of 2,336 reviews2016
Dev: NoclipPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Dodge! Shoot! Go faster! Break the sound barrier in this unbelievably fast game and go straight for the first place in the leaderboard of BARRIER X!
Why similar: Difficult 37.6%, Arcade 22.9%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, Family Friendly 8.4%, Action 7.8%
- #34 Project Rhombus
73% matchVery Positive93% of 1,402 reviews2017
Dev: SEROSOOPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Project Rhombus is a rhythm-based casual action game that combines exciting electronic music with stylish flat design. Hold on as long as possible, blocking the oncoming arrows moving to the beat.
Why similar: Difficult 31.3%, Arcade 17.6%, Survival 14.4%, Fast-Paced 10.6%, 2D 7.7%
- #35 Neon Warp
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 104 reviews2016
Dev: Axel Sonic
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Neon Warp is a simple yet very unique puzzle game.
Why similar: Arcade 19%, Difficult 15.9%, Minimalist 14.2%, Score Attack 12.9%, Action 9.5%
- #36 Super Rude Bear Resurrection
76% matchMixed60% of 174 reviews2017
Dev: Alex RosePub: Alex Rose Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Super Rude Bear Resurrection is an ultra-tight, masocore platformer that anyone can beat! Use your corpses to get ahead, or take on the ultimate challenge and try to defeat the entire game without dying!
Why similar: Difficult 42%, Fast-Paced 20%, Action 14.4%, 2D 8.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%
- #37 Re:Flex
70% matchVery Positive86% of 145 reviews2024
Dev: Marc Studio
Windows
Dance to the rhythm with your mouse!
Why similar: Arcade 27.9%, Family Friendly 21.1%, Difficult 18.6%, Casual 7.9%, Action 7.8%
- #38 Rhythm Journey
73% matchMostly Positive80% of 114 reviews2022
Dev: MELOVITY
Windows · Mac
Rhythm Journey is a story based, hardcore 2-buttons rhythm game.
Why similar: Difficult 36.8%, Runner 26.1%, Family Friendly 10.8%, 2D 8.2%, Casual 7.9%
- #39 SPLIT BULLET
75% matchVery Positive91% of 74 reviews2016
Dev: IndigoBlue Game StudioPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
SPLIT BULLET is a game all about 'splitting up' a massive crowd of enemies—yes, those polygons—crawling towards you. Don't let 'em get you and survive as long as you can, by using your instincts and weapons.
Why similar: Minimalist 19.6%, Difficult 15.6%, Score Attack 14.6%, Fast-Paced 13.9%, Arcade 10.6%
- #40 Aesthetic Melody
74% matchVery Positive90% of 78 reviews2017
Dev: Adam DeLease
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Sit back and enjoy 30 minutes of original electronic and vaporwave music in this challenging platformer, push forward to unlock Time Trial mode and a second playable character who completely changes the gameplay.
Why similar: Difficult 41.7%, Survival 18.7%, 2D 10.2%, Retro 9.9%, Action 7.2%
- #41 You Have 10 Seconds
72% matchVery Positive89% of 1,352 reviews2016
Dev: tamationgames
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 18%
You Have 10 Seconds is a fast paced arcade style platformer game with over 40 levels.
Why similar: Difficult 61.9%, Great Soundtrack 15.2%, 2D 12.5%, Indie 6.8%, Singleplayer 3.6%
- #42 Speed Limit
71% matchVery Positive86% of 200 reviews2021
Dev: Gamechuck
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Speed Limit is a non-stop genre-warping arcade experience that never slows down. No cuts, no lapses in the chaos, Speed Limit is an old-school action extravaganza boiled down to its core elements: Hard. Fast. Addictive. Now with a free Arcade Edition update!
Why similar: Difficult 20.9%, Runner 20.3%, Fast-Paced 16.8%, Score Attack 16.5%, Arcade 12.6%
- #43 Rainbow Unicorn Dash
64% matchVery Positive100% of 74 reviews2026
Dev: Bird Bath Games
Windows
Collect your unicorn shoes to dash through enemies, gather hearts, unlock fun abilities, and climb the leaderboards!
Why similar: Arcade 25.3%, Score Attack 18.2%, Family Friendly 15.1%, Action 14.9%, Casual 13%
- #44 RITE
70% matchVery Positive86% of 341 reviews2020
Dev: Pond Games PTY LTD
Windows · Linux
RITE is a high-speed, precision platformer where you must conquer a series of challenging trials, a rite of passage for every Nim.
Why similar: Difficult 50.6%, Action 14.1%, Retro 12.5%, 2D 10.9%, Indie 4.6%
- #45 Super Ember Kaboom
69% matchVery Positive97% of 69 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 47.9%, Retro 25.6%, Action 23%, Indie 3.5%
- #46 Savant - Ascent
70% matchVery Positive92% of 2,796 reviews2013
Dev: D-Pad Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
A malicious orb has cast Savant out of his tower and transformed his surroundings into dangerous enemies!Dodge and shoot your way back up the tower, and blast down waves of enemies as you make your way towards the top! As you progress, you unlock CDs that not only give you new tracks to play to, but also grant you powerful new abilities!
Why similar: Fast-Paced 24.4%, Score Attack 21.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.6%, Arcade 10.8%, Difficult 10.7%
- #47 BIT.TRIP BEAT
72% matchVery Positive80% of 881 reviews2010
Dev: Gaijin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
From gameplay to visuals to music and imagination, BIT.TRIP BEAT is inspired by classic games in every way. Get sucked into a whole new world of sight and sound as you juggle beats and ride the vibe in this modern look at the beginning of it all. BIT.
Why similar: Difficult 24%, Minimalist 17.6%, Arcade 16.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Retro 8.2%
- #48 STANDBY
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 232 reviews2017
Dev: Noclip
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Never STANDBY in this fast-paced, precise platformer and get out of the glitched world! Can you do it faster than anyone?
Why similar: Difficult 40%, Great Soundtrack 11.5%, Arcade 11.5%, Action 10.3%, 2D 10.1%
- #49 Dashy Square
71% matchVery Positive85% of 165 reviews2016
Dev: Kastriot SulejmaniPub: KasSanity
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Dash, jump and fly your way through epic levels with rhythm-based gameplay!
Why similar: Difficult 43.2%, Arcade 18.1%, 2D 9.7%, Action 9.2%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%
- #50 Neon Beats
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,544 reviews2019
Dev: OKYO GAMES
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 23%
Beat your best scores in Neon Beats, a 2D platformer game with rhythm based levels!
Why similar: Difficult 25.2%, Minimalist 20.9%, Great Soundtrack 17.7%, Score Attack 16.1%, 2D 12.5%
- #51 Super reaKtor
61% matchVery Positive100% of 57 reviews2025
Dev: SuperSAZ StudioPub: TyGAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Super reaKtor is a bullet hell focused on difficulty with a twist: original controls and 2 differents weak points to manage. Collect green energy pellets, and avoid or absorb the various threats.
Why similar: Difficult 25.4%, Score Attack 23.2%, Minimalist 15.8%, Arcade 14.3%, Fast-Paced 8.7%
- #52 Duet
68% matchVery Positive95% of 836 reviews2015
Dev: Kumobius
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Elegant and minimal, Duet asks players simply to navigate two orbiting spheres past an increasingly complex maze of falling obstacles. As the difficulty increases, the tension mounts, and a peculiar narrative unfolds.
Why similar: Difficult 35.9%, Minimalist 28.9%, Great Soundtrack 12.2%, Action 7.8%, Casual 5.2%
- #53 Red Tie Runner
65% matchVery Positive80% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: Nathan Bennett
Windows
Red Tie Runner is a simple but challenging 2D platformer. Put on a red tie and step into stick-figure shoes to navigate through 30 levels so intense you might just forget about the impending heat death of the universe.
Why similar: Runner 47.7%, Arcade 23.9%, 2D 10.5%, Action 7.9%, Casual 7.3%
- #54 140
67% matchVery Positive92% of 4,665 reviews2013
Dev: Carlsen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
140 is a challenging minimalistic platformer with abstract colorful graphics. Rhythmic awareness is required to overcome obstacles controlled by an energetic, yet melancholic electronic soundtrack.
Why similar: Minimalist 38.9%, Difficult 31.3%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, 2D 6.4%, Indie 4.7%
- #55 Avoid - Sensory Overload
69% matchVery Positive86% of 224 reviews2014
Dev: 48h StudioPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Avoid is a fast-paced arcade game that will test your reflexes!
Why similar: Action 48.1%, Arcade 37.4%, Indie 14.5%
- #56 A Glider's Journey
69% matchMixed64% of 78 reviews2019
Dev: Emma Franklin
Windows
A Glider's journey is a short, minimalist, yet very challenging flight game. The goal is simple: Glide to the next landing zone and regain forward momentum along the way by collecting boosts.
Why similar: Difficult 33.9%, Arcade 16.4%, Action 16.1%, Casual 15.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%
- #57 Donut Dodo
64% matchVery Positive96% of 283 reviews2022
Dev: pixel games SARL-S
Windows
Median: 2.2 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: Score Attack 38.1%, Arcade 30.5%, Action 12%, Retro 8.9%, 2D 7.9%
- #58 Rifter
67% matchVery Positive93% of 113 reviews2018
Dev: MaxBytes
Windows · Mac · Linux
Breathtakingly fast and tough-as-nails, Rifter is an acrobatic platformer drenched in neon and infused with a pumping 80’s synthwave soundtrack. Run, swing, smash and dash at exhilarating speeds on a quest to discover the secrets of a shattered world.
Why similar: Fast-Paced 32.6%, Difficult 16%, Retro 12.9%, Action 12%, Arcade 8.5%