- #1 Saviner
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cracked Case Games
Windows
Fight your way through a gauntlet of vicious enemies in this 2D action-platformer, where patience and timing is key and a single mistake can cost you everything.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.8%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 12.6%, Hand-drawn 8.2%
- #2 GOBBLE
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
GOBBLE is a 2D action platformer with eating as its central theme. Venture out into the world searching for your missing family, armed with a “sickle” that devours monsters to get stronger.
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.5%, Comic Book 17.8%, Hand-drawn 15.2%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Platformer 9.9%
- #3 Red: Flame & Fable
96% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: Platonic Murder PartyPub: Champlain College
Windows
Will you succumb to the darkness or cleave through it with your lantern? Red: Flame & Fable is a handcrafted 2D platforming action-adventure which follows the story of Red. Red must defeat terrifying creatures, find her family and fight back against the darkness imbued by the flower curse.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 12.7%, Hack and Slash 12.5%, Side Scroller 11.8%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Platformer 9.7%
- #4 Trance
95% match5 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: Pantoy Games
Windows
A short and simple 2D side-scrolling adventure platformer featuring an unlikely pixel graphic style in different worlds. Challenge and test your abilities with the game’s extreme difficulty. Overcome level obstacles. Solve puzzles. Defeat Trance' enemies. Win her battle. And acquire Trance' skills.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.6%, Platformer 15.5%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Puzzle Platformer 12.8%, Hack and Slash 11%
- #5 夏まつりのハナビィ Hanaby's Summer Festival
94% matchPositive98% of 45 reviews2021
Dev: Enigmatic Network
Windows · Mac
A 2D platforming adventure featuring fireworks
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.7%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Procedural Generation 13.4%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Action-Adventure 9.9%
- #6 Colossal Crisis
94% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Benjamin Scott
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast-paced 2D hack-and-slash platformer where you battle through 7 levels and face off against two towering giants. Master precision combat, overcome deadly enemies, and reclaim a ruined island from the brink of collapse.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 22.5%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Platformer 16.4%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 10.2%
- #7 The Legend Of Kuro
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lost Guys
Windows
The Legend of Kuro is a challenging 2D platformer blending precision, captivating storytelling, and samurai aesthetics. Join Kuro on his quest for vengeance against the demons who destroyed his village.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 19.6%, Side Scroller 18.5%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Action-Adventure 10.6%
- #8 The Whisperer
93% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Quadrity Games
Windows · Mac
Join Suzie on her journey to rescue her cute little friends.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.8%, Comic Book 13.9%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 12.1%, Female Protagonist 9%
- #9 Nigelopia Mini Mix
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: ReinaMilka, NigelopiaHQ
Windows · Linux
Dash, shoot, bash and zoom across Dark Paradise Nigelopia in this hidden gem of a passion project with multiple playable characters, chock full of unique dialogue, awesome music and colorful visuals!
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.1%, Hack and Slash 18.1%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Cartoony 8.3%
- #10 Psycutlery
90% matchVery Positive100% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: Skye JunePub: FreakZone Games
Windows
Grab, throw, eat, and UTTERLY WRECK everything using a mind-controlled spork in this quirky, story-driven, console-styled platforming dramedy. With an emphasis on variety and a grand sense of adventure, Psycutlery offers a surprising full-course meal, despite all unassuming appearances...
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.2%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 13.5%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Lore-Rich 10.8%
- #11 Flaming Trails - Lost Ember
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PiepsSoft
Windows
At the end of time, an ancient, familiar evil awakens, threatening the remaining life in the universe.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.6%, Platformer 17.4%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Hand-drawn 12.1%
- #12 KinnikuNeko: SUPER MUSCLE CAT
89% matchVery Positive95% of 175 reviews2024
Dev: KamotachiPub: Mameshiba Games
Windows
Join KinnikuNeko, a cat with a bodybuilder's body, in this fun 2D platformer and fight against the mysterious alien invasion. A story full of goofy humor, friendship, drama and action. Its aesthetics are a love letter to 90s anime along with an unforgettable soundtrack.
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.3%, Hack and Slash 14.4%, Comic Book 13.1%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 11.1%
- #13 Amabilly
89% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: lightUP
Windows
Amabilly is a lovely girl who loves rock 'n' roll, and this story is about her greatest adventure! With her favorite guitar as a weapon, she faces strange creatures and even the greatest of the challenges! It's time to Rock!
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.1%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Platformer 16.5%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Action-Adventure 10.2%
- #14 Akasha: Taliokata's Tomb
88% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: ugokouhei
Windows
Based on the "Akasha" manga series, "Akasha: Taliokata’s Tomb" is a hand-drawn 2D action platformer. Use the power of the elements to create combos and dodge enemy attacks as you explore Panfa — the realm of the god Earth— to uncover the truth behind the ancient divine beast, Taliokata.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.7%, Hand-drawn 15.8%, Hack and Slash 13%, Platformer 12%, Comic Book 10%
- #15 Shadow Trick
87% matchPositive97% of 29 reviews2024
Dev: Neutronized
Windows
Turn into a shadow and clear all the levels. Shadow Trick is a cute platformer game starring a wizard able to switch between the real world and the shadow realm. Keep an eye on your shadow and don't let your eyes trick you!
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.4%, Platformer 17.1%, 2D Platformer 16%, Puzzle Platformer 12.6%, Action-Adventure 11.6%
- #16 StellaGale: The Trials Of Faith
86% matchPositive100% of 37 reviews2024
Dev: Extra Life EntertainmentPub: Outpost Games Inc.
Windows
StellaGale is a 2D hack and slash side-scroller set in the steampunk Roman Empire. Play as Stella the gladiator with her spirit-brother Gale to pave the way to be the strongest contender in the colosseum!
Why similar: Comic Book 16.3%, Side Scroller 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Hack and Slash 12.9%, Hand-drawn 11.8%
- #17 Lollypop
86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Brain BugPub: Ziggurat
Windows
Explore new worlds in Lollypop, the colorful classic action platformer! In this adventure, you’ll play as Lolly, a windup doll that mysteriously comes to life with one goal – to free the world from the evil clutches of Sugarbaby, who is tormenting the land with hordes of quirky enemies.
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.4%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Platformer 15.7%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Cartoony 6.9%
- #18 Pixel Game Maker Series Osyaberi! Horijyo! Holin Slash
85% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: CLOUDs Playcompany Inc.Pub: Gotcha Gotcha Games
Windows
Join your favorite talkative Archaeologist and Treasure Hunting girl, Anna Holinski, in this 2D action side-scroller!
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.7%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Female Protagonist 13%, Comic Book 12%, Hand-drawn 8.8%
- #19 巨 ~Gigantify~
84% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: EviTRea
Windows · Linux
You Grow Big, and Create Your Path to the Exit!That's It. This a a short game by the way.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.3%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Puzzle Platformer 15.9%, Platformer 12.4%, Female Protagonist 9.8%
- #20 Maeldor: Quest Of The Artifact
84% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Maeldor Games
Windows · Mac
Ready for an adventure? A RPG inspired handcrafted story-driven action-adventure platformer! Control a fellowship of 3 heroes as they travel to Mount Trumnor! Discover a magical world, fight your enemies, upgrade your heroes, find treasures, meet locals and be part of an epic quest to save Maeldor!
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Hand-drawn 13.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Hack and Slash 12.3%
- #21 The Stranded Traveler
83% matchMixed67% of 76 reviews2023
Dev: DeadEaglePub: Spitfire-Games
Windows
Embark on an epic journey in The Stranded Traveler, a 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game where you take on the role of a traveler stranded on a mysterious island. Explore dangerous environments, fight fierce enemies, and defeat challenging bosses!
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.6%, Hack and Slash 19.3%, Platformer 16.6%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Action-Adventure 10.9%
- #22 Bounce On
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iddy Biddy Games
Windows · Mac
Get your Bounce On! Roll and bounce your way through 75 challenging platform levels on your adventure home. Each world offers multiple paths for completion, but you can also explore each level to find all the secrets!
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.6%, 2D Platformer 19.5%, Platformer 18.4%, Cute 7.3%, Action 7%
- #23 Inside Darkness
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gamy
Windows · Mac · Linux
Inside Darkness is a 2D puzzle-platformer where a young girl must harness the power of light and shadow to transform between human and creature, solve puzzles, and escape a kingdom filled with danger. Explore ancient catacombs, unlock secrets, and master your dual nature in this fantasy adventure.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.6%, Platformer 14.8%, Puzzle Platformer 14%, Lore-Rich 13.2%, 2D Platformer 12.3%
- #24 我想要你的心
81% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: 猫猫虫
Windows
This is a platform jumping game. You can experience happiness in it. If the game often flashes back, you can use Windows Compatibility mode to select Windows 7 to run
Why similar: Side Scroller 25%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Puzzle Platformer 18.1%, Platformer 14.9%, Cartoony 6.4%
- #25 I am Reptile
79% matchPositive97% of 29 reviews2025
Dev: diedemor studio
Windows
In this 2D action platformer, you'll play as a humanoid reptile and save the planet and your people from an evil corporation! Reach the control center and activate the self-destruct mechanism! It won't be easy, as there are plenty of traps, obstacles, and heavily armed guards in your way!
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.1%, Platformer 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Hand-drawn 12.9%, Action-Adventure 9.3%
- #26 Precision Break
81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Skeeall
Windows · Mac
2D Story Based Action Platformer, face off against 6 assassins to save your sister
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.9%, Platformer 17%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action-Adventure 12.9%, Action 11.6%
- #27 Cool Cats
80% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Cow Games
Windows
Cool Cats is a platform game with elements of a puzzle, puzzle and labyrinths, where you have to act sequentially studying the map.
Why similar: Side Scroller 33.8%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Platformer 19.1%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Cute 7.6%
- #28 Lulu
79% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Frien
Windows
A high-speed 2D action game where you dash through walls and enemies using warp movement. Work together with your allies while chatting and race through stages as a team!
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.7%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Action 9.8%, Female Protagonist 9.7%
- #29 NIA
78% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: local_devPub: TBC
Windows
Drill, smash, leap and slide through this 2d puzzle platformer mashing retro graphics & icepunk aesthetics. Explore dozens of hand crafted worlds in well over 100 different levels.
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.1%, Hack and Slash 16.5%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Puzzle Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 11.9%
- #30 Super Chibi Knight
78% matchVery Positive86% of 515 reviews2015
Dev: PestoForcePub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The Kingdom of Oukoku is threatened by the spicy influence of General Tso. Citizens have placed their hope in a small knight who fits the requirements of ancient legends. Which path will the Chibi Knight choose...
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.9%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Hand-drawn 12.1%, Female Protagonist 10.4%
- #31 PARRYMAN
76% matchMixed59% of 107 reviews2025
Dev: KIWICORN
Windows
'Parryman' is a hardcore action game where you fight using only the counterattack skill of parrying. Put your parrying skills to the test with 'Parryman'.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.1%, Platformer 16.5%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, Action-Adventure 11.1%
- #32 ぶらんち☆でんせつ
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kawapota
Windows
This is a 2D action game starring independent Vtuber Brunch Toujiin!
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.4%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Platformer 14.6%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Lore-Rich 8.9%
- #33 じゅうにばんめにわるいゆめのさち
75% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: 七味全振りきつねうどんPub: きつねみみアラモード
Windows · Mac
夢の中で羊をあつめる。落ち物パズル要素が申し訳程度に付属した、かわいい2Dアクションゲーム。
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.5%, Hand-drawn 16.4%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Action 11.3%, Cartoony 8.1%
- #34 Cloven Blade
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ballistic Pork
Windows
A family friendly and action heavy 2.5D adventure platformer. Beat up cold blooded foes, save adorable creatures, find secrets and unlock powerful ninja abilities in this colorful fighting adventure.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.1%, Hack and Slash 16.6%, Platformer 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 10.1%
- #35 Mr. Hibbl
77% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: ThiGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Jump, dodge, collect! There is a lot of action waiting for you in this entertaining platformer!
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.2%, Platformer 17.7%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Action-Adventure 12%, Comic Book 10.2%
- #36 MaryAnneEtte
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: silvercricket
Windows
A game about acting and performance, appease the audience and win the Master's approval. Smile Dear, everyone's watching you!
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.4%, Platformer 16.3%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Puzzle Platformer 14.6%, Cartoony 9%
- #37 Shiro
74% matchVery Positive81% of 523 reviews2020
Dev: Game Dynasty
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Shiro is an adventure platformer in which you have to find your missing sister
Why similar: Platformer 20.4%, Side Scroller 19.8%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Action 9.7%
- #38 Shyftrs
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wicked Art Games
Windows
Shyftrs is a 2D stylized action adventure metroidvania game that will take you on a journey to uncover the mysteries of your lineage and the world beyond. Your weapon of choice are Cane Sword, Pistol or use your new found prowess. Step up and embrace the adventure.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 15.8%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Side Scroller 14%, Hack and Slash 13.7%, Platformer 11.7%
- #39 imomushi
73% matchVery Positive87% of 243 reviews2023
Dev: AMURu
Windows · Mac
This is not "The Great Adventure of the Cute Caterpillar."
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.2%, Comic Book 15.3%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Hand-drawn 12.3%, Action 11.8%
- #40 Pizza of the Gods
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Brown Turtle Design
Windows
A humorous 2D hand-drawn platformer where you’re on a quest to deliver a pizza to Zeus and prove you’re worthy of marrying your boss’s daughter. Fight funny enemies, switch between two characters to solve puzzles, and explore a world drawn entirely on paper.
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.3%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Puzzle Platformer 14.8%, Hand-drawn 14.7%, Platformer 14.6%
- #41 LampMan!
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: XtremeBlueTronicPub: LAMP TEAM
Windows · Linux
LampMan! is a 2d action-platformer featuring three playable characters you can switch between at any time. Master their abilities, conquer vibrant levels, and restore light to LampWorld!
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.5%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Platformer 17.7%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Cartoony 6.3%
- #42 Vibrant Venture
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 662 reviews2020
Dev: Semag Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Vibrant Venture is a singleplayer 2D adventure platformer game featuring a quirky cast of characters! The game features four playable characters with multiple unique abilities that can be combined for extremely versatile, fluid and fun movement!
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.2%, Platformer 15.6%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Puzzle Platformer 13.7%, Cartoony 8.4%
- #43 Fallen Knight
73% matchMixed59% of 54 reviews2021
Dev: FairPlay Studios Co. LtdPub: PQube
Windows
Take the role of an elite knight and battle your way through action-packed levels with intense sword fighting gameplay in this neo-classic side scrolling action platformer. Save the city from a deadly terrorist organisation hell-bent on exposing the truth you were sworn to protect.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.8%, Hack and Slash 22%, 2D Platformer 18%, Platformer 17.1%, Action 5.1%
- #44 Hellworld!
71% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: skullpixl
Windows
A story-driven 2D platforming game in which you possess your enemies and use their abilities to solve puzzles and make your way through the land of Hellworld.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, Platformer 13.9%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Puzzle Platformer 12.7%, Comic Book 11.5%
- #45 Chakana, Gold of the Gods
71% matchMixed65% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Equinoxis Studios
Windows
Embark on a 2D metroidvania adventure that immerses players in Andean mythology, focusing on exploration, combat, and discovery. Join Hoyustus, a brave jaguar warrior, on his journey to free his people from the oppression of an usurping god.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16.5%, Puzzle Platformer 12.7%, Comic Book 12.6%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 11.9%
- #46 Recursary
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tyler Oellien
Windows
A 2D side-scrolling platformer focusing on exploration and adaptive combat within a procedurally generated world. The player has infinite lives but the world changes slightly with each respawn. The player's respawn location is always random unless a game mechanic is used to prevent it.
Why similar: Procedural Generation 23.1%, Platformer 22.1%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Puzzle Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.7%
- #47 Morkull Ragast's Rage
69% matchVery Positive82% of 91 reviews2025
Dev: Disaster GamesPub: Selecta Play
Windows
A 2D video game that combines platforming and action with a touch of exploration in which we control Morkull, God of death and darkness and lord of the Ragast, whose main mechanics lies in the breaking of the fourth wall, which will allow Morkull to communicate with the player in various ways.
Why similar: Hack and Slash 16%, Side Scroller 13.3%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 11.8%, Comic Book 11.1%
- #48 Zagu Espionage
71% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: nP StudiosPub: nonPareil Institute
Windows
Zagu Espionage is a single player, 2D side-scrolling action-adventure game where the player takes on the role of the main character, Zagu, a spy from the Tracha colony, who is traveling to seven different regions to defeat the Rogan empire.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.3%, Platformer 18.4%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Hand-drawn 16.5%, Action-Adventure 7.3%
- #49 Dexter The Hamster
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: CoolGuyBrendyn Games
Windows · Mac
A short and exciting action platforming adventure! Help Dexter chomp and shoot his way out of the deceptively oppressive Happy Hamster Farms in 6 personality packed levels.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.6%, 2D Platformer 18%, Platformer 17.1%, Hand-drawn 10.9%, Action-Adventure 10.3%
- #50 Leena
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Tuqirism Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Leena is a classic 2D platforming game with a unique twist. Navigate through beautiful hand crafted levels by jumping past obstacles, balancing on platforms, climbing moving walls, and dashing through the air.
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.5%, Platformer 16.1%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Puzzle Platformer 14.3%, Hand-drawn 13.8%
- #51 SUPERゆきおんなちゃん
69% matchVery Positive98% of 128 reviews2021
Dev: SUPERゆきおんなちゃん製作委員会Pub: きつねみみアラモード
Windows · Mac
おばけ山のかわいいおばけたちとたわむれる。横スクロールの2Dアクションゲーム
Why similar: Side Scroller 33.5%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Action 13.5%, Hand-drawn 8.9%
- #52 Sneezeman: Escape From Planet Sneeze
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: 50000 Leagues Ltd
Windows
Sneezeman: Escape From Planet Sneeze is a 2D action-platformer-adventure. Guide Sneezeman to a safe exit and evade spiky spores, defeat bad guys, collect all the pills, discover secret chambers, outrun a thunderous particle cloud and beat the clock. It's hard as nails and classic arcade-style fun.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.2%, Hand-drawn 20.6%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, Platformer 16.2%, Action 5.2%
- #53 Pentaquin: Deeds Of Twilight
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Terovania
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save your sister from your father's dark fate and plunge into a hand-painted 2D adventure with exciting battles and a deep, captivating story in "Pentaquin: Deeds Of Twilight". Master various skills and discover a fantastic world.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.8%, Hand-drawn 16.8%, 2D Platformer 16%, Platformer 13.5%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #54 Creepy Tale
68% matchVery Positive87% of 2,921 reviews2020
Dev: Creepy Brothers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Creepy quest with the atmosphere of the Brothers Grimm fairy tales. Go through a dangerous adventure filled with puzzles and challenges! Perhaps it is you who will be able to solve all the secrets of forest and save the peaceful creatures?
Why similar: Hand-drawn 15.8%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Platformer 14.7%, Puzzle Platformer 13.5%, 2D Platformer 12.3%
- #55 Shovel Pirate
67% matchVery Positive91% of 57 reviews2024
Dev: Neutronized
Windows
X marks the spot! Follow the map and find hidden treasures.
Why similar: Platformer 17.7%, Side Scroller 17%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Puzzle Platformer 12.3%, Action-Adventure 12%
- #56 The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince
65% matchVery Positive95% of 445 reviews2026
Dev: Nippon Ichi Software, Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Embark on a journey to save the prince’s eyesight in this 2D puzzle-adventure game featuring beautiful hand-drawn art and a bittersweet tale of wishes and what we’re willing to do to make them come true. Utilize your wolf and princess forms to lead the way!
Why similar: Hand-drawn 24%, Comic Book 17.5%, Puzzle Platformer 17.4%, Action-Adventure 11%, Female Protagonist 9.2%
- #57 Pigment
65% matchVery Positive95% of 108 reviews2025
Dev: David Stears
Windows
All of the color has been wiped from Huey's world! Run, jump, dash, swipe, and pogo your way through this hand-drawn platformer to restore color to the land.
Why similar: Platformer 21.3%, Hand-drawn 21.2%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Action 11%, Cute 9.4%
- #58 Templar 2
66% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: Estudio 2Pastores
Windows · Linux
Templar 2 is a 2D indie action platform game. Immerse yourself in the darkest, scariest and bloodiest Middle Ages. A story told in comic format, and with spectacular dubbing.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.6%, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Comic Book 14.3%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Hand-drawn 10%
- #59 Pippu - Bauble Quest
68% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Chequered Ink Ltd.
Windows
Take Pippu on an epic platforming adventure to defeat the nefarious Obkins and retrieve the stolen Baubles!
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.6%, 2D Platformer 19%, Platformer 18.3%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Cartoony 9.1%
- #60 Firebird - Tale of the Stolen Light
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Firebirds Studio
Windows
A fast-paced 2D action-adventure platformer set in a dark fairy tale world. Master creative traversal, uncover secrets, and reshape reality through light and shadow as you battle mythic guardians in handcrafted, atmospheric levels.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.1%, Platformer 17.1%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Puzzle Platformer 15%, Action-Adventure 11.4%