Games Like SHEEPO

Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.3%, Platformer 14.7%, 2D Platformer 9%, Open World 7%, Cute 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A charming and cozy metroidvania that shares the same lighthearted, exploration-focused DNA as Sheepo.

A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.4%, Platformer 22.2%, Exploration 9.7%, Colorful 9.1%, Metroidvania 9%

Why You'll Like It: This game features deep platforming mechanics and a focus on movement that will feel very familiar to fans of Sheepo's traversal-heavy gameplay.

Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.6%, Platformer 11.9%, Exploration 9.1%, Cute 8.3%, Hand-drawn 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A delightful metroidvania with a quirky, charming world and a focus on exploration that mirrors the lighthearted tone of Sheepo.

Explore a dense, interconnected labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items to manipulate your environment in surprising and meaningful ways. Encounter beautiful and unsettling creatures, as you attempt to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.

Why similar: Metroidvania 51.8%, Platformer 15.4%, Exploration 11.3%, Cute 5.2%, Adventure 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A highly atmospheric, non-linear exploration game that rewards curiosity and creative problem-solving without relying on traditional combat.

Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 13.2%, Open World 10.8%, Exploration 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, atmospheric metroidvania that emphasizes exploration and discovery in a beautifully realized pixel-art world.

Embark on an adorable adventure, discover new friends and uncover everything the island has to offer. Climb, Swim, Glide and slide your way into the hearts of the many different characters you meet on your travels!

Why similar: Cute 29%, Colorful 17.9%, Casual 13.8%, Family Friendly 10.5%, Adventure 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: While less of a traditional metroidvania, its focus on cozy, non-violent exploration and movement-based gameplay makes it a perfect thematic companion.

Play as an exiled 'wum' looking for a new home in this bizarre but charming world, filled with strange creatures, puzzles, monsters and political chaos.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Platformer 14.5%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Exploration 8%, Cute 7%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky and imaginative adventure game that captures the same sense of wonder and unique character interactions found in Sheepo.

Meet Yoku, the pint-sized postman protagonist of Yoku's Island Express! Use a unique blend of pinball mechanics, platforming and open world exploration to unlock the secrets of Mokumana Island, help the locals, awaken ancient deities and much more in this amazing new tropical adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.3%, Platformer 18.4%, Open World 5.9%, Adventure 5.4%, Cute 5%

Why You'll Like It: This unique pinball-metroidvania hybrid offers a relaxing, non-violent exploration experience centered on clever traversal.

Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.

Why similar: Metroidvania 58.6%, Platformer 14.5%, Adventure 5.4%, Cute 5.2%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, bite-sized metroidvania where you control a cat in a mech, featuring transformation-like mechanics and tight platforming.

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Exploration 24.9%, Open World 21.9%, Cute 19.9%, Adventure 11.9%, Indie 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in cozy, movement-based exploration that captures the same sense of freedom and discovery as Sheepo's open-world design.

An epic open-world puzzle Metroidbrainia that respects your intelligence! Knowledge is your superpower. Use creatures as tools to determine your own path.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.9%, Platformer 14.4%, Open World 12.8%, Exploration 8%, Cute 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that relies on interacting with creatures to navigate the world, mirroring the core transformation mechanic of Sheepo.

Go on an adventure in a world packed with secrets helped by your friend, a poulp with many abilities. Explore, solve puzzles, wander across dungeons, blast through races and much more in this cute game inspired by the best 3D platformers

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.9%, Platformer 17.2%, 2D Platformer 12%, Exploration 9.1%, Cute 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, collectathon-style platformer that emphasizes exploration and creative movement in a whimsical setting.

Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 57.6%, Platformer 17.8%, Exploration 10.5%, Stylized 4.2%, Surreal 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A movement-focused platformer that prioritizes fluid traversal and exploration, rewarding players for mastering their character's abilities.

Hunt down massive beasts and, upon destroying them, shapeshift into their forms in order to use their powers to save or destroy the world. Players with less violent intent can find secret paths to complete Mable without killing anything, including bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.9%, 2D Platformer 16%, Platformer 15%, Exploration 8.7%, Cute 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique transformation mechanic where you shift into different creatures to navigate the world, directly echoing Sheepo's core loop.

Bounce and stomp through an enormous interconnected world, doing some intense acrobatics and getting huge combos! A superfast precision platformer that mixes up a Metroidvania world with classic Arcade mechanics.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.3%, Platformer 15.9%, 2D Platformer 15%, Adventure 6.2%, Colorful 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, precision-platforming metroidvania that rewards players for mastering movement and momentum.

Try the demo! A mix between Portal, Zelda and Metroid. Exploration, puzzles, terrible combat, secret upgrades and new abilities that help you reach new places. Playtime 12-25h.

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.4%, Exploration 12.1%, Open World 10.7%, Platformer 10.2%, Adventure 6%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person metroidvania that focuses heavily on exploration and clever puzzle-solving within a vibrant, toy-like world.

Fly into a charming handcrafted world and go on an adventure that mixes up open exploration with crispy twin-stick shooter action. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome the dungeons' bosses to rescue your friends!

Why similar: Metroidvania 50.4%, Exploration 11.6%, Open World 10.5%, Cute 8.3%, Colorful 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A unique blend of twin-stick shooting and metroidvania exploration that keeps the pace fast and the world-building engaging.

The legendary Knytt series continues with Nifflas’ latest creation; Knytt Underground. In this Knytteration; humans have long since abandoned the planet after practically destroying it in a war, five hundred years ago.

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.2%, Platformer 26.9%, Exploration 12.9%, Adventure 7.3%, Indie 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A massive, atmospheric exploration game that focuses on movement and discovery rather than combat, sharing a similar meditative pace.

“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: Metroidvania 52.8%, Platformer 22%, Cute 6.2%, Adventure 4.8%, Open World 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning metroidvania that emphasizes fluid, acrobatic movement and platforming challenges above all else.

Carto is a charming adventure game wrapped around a unique, world-altering puzzle mechanic. Use this power to explore mysterious lands, help a quirky cast of characters, and guide Carto on her journey back to her family.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 15.2%, Cute 15.2%, Open World 13.8%, Exploration 13%, Colorful 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cozy, puzzle-exploration game where you manipulate the map itself to discover new paths and secrets.

Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!

Why similar: Metroidvania 55.4%, Platformer 17.3%, Exploration 7.6%, Adventure 5.7%, Indie 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A metroidvania that incorporates creature-based interaction and puzzle-solving, providing a similar sense of discovery and exploration.

Five animal friends with unique abillities unite in this metroidvania adventure! You'll need to master each animal's skill to complete your quest! Play as the dog, duck, cat, frog and raccoon at the same time!

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.4%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 11.7%, Exploration 9.1%, Cute 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A family-friendly metroidvania that focuses on exploration and platforming, fitting well within the cute and casual aesthetic of Sheepo.

Control a herd of charming creatures called Trebhum and explore an unforgettable alien world filled with exotic lifeforms and surreal environments. Discover dozens of mutations to overcome puzzles, explore new biomes, and survive on a dangerous planet.

Why similar: Open World 22.6%, Platformer 17.1%, Exploration 14.9%, Cute 11.4%, Colorful 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal exploration game where you evolve and transform your creatures to survive and navigate a strange, ever-changing world.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Metroidvania 57.5%, Platformer 16.4%, Adventure 6.8%, Indie 5.1%, 2D 4%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich metroidvania with beautiful pixel art and platforming-focused gameplay that feels both challenging and rewarding.

Explore the fallen world of Penumbra in this precision 3D metroidvania platformer. Slash fierce enemies, conquer deadly traps, uncover ancient temples, and master fast, fluid movement across challenging platforming gauntlets in your quest to restore a fallen kingdom.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45%, Platformer 18.5%, Exploration 10.3%, Cute 9.1%, Stylized 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D platformer that emphasizes high-speed movement and exploration, perfect for players who enjoy the traversal challenges of Sheepo.

Genopanic is a pixel-art, Metroidvania-inspired adventure-platformer. Explore corridors of the space station, teeming with secrets and dangers, and engage in boss fights. Solve puzzles and uncover hidden mysteries in the dark atmosphere of a sci-fi research complex. Discover the truth with each step

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 15.7%, Exploration 8.5%, 2D 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric metroidvania with a focus on exploration and discovery that captures a similar sense of isolation and wonder.

Explore a vast, interconnected dream world full of secrets and collectibles in this metroidvania adventure inspired by classic 2D platformers. Reclaim your lost memories to save Slumberland from the mysterious Oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 10.2%, Hand-drawn 8.7%, Exploration 7.9%

A Bomb Caterpillar's Big Adventure! "Öoo" is a charming yet mysterious exploration puzzle platformer where you discover creative ways to use bombs!

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Platformer 15.1%, Exploration 9.3%, Cute 7.8%

A creature-scanning metroidvania. Explore an ancient paradise before it's lost forever. Study the EMUUROM creatures, document your findings in the EMUUDEX, and use what you learn to unlock new paths.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.5%, Platformer 14.4%, 2D Platformer 14%, Exploration 8.8%, Cute 5.5%

Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.

Why similar: Metroidvania 54.2%, Platformer 19.8%, Exploration 11.1%, Adventure 4.5%, 2D 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: A metroidvania that uses unique time-manipulation mechanics to enhance its platforming and exploration gameplay.

Restore the Sun’s light and end the Eternal Eclipse in this 2D fast-paced action-platformer game inspired by Peruvian cultures. Explore hand-crafted environments, battle and improve your skills to defeat the Four Keepers that stole the power of the Sun.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.1%, Platformer 11.6%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Hand-drawn 10.3%, Open World 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A hand-drawn, vibrant platformer that emphasizes exploration and fluid movement across diverse, colorful environments.

Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 66.4%, Platformer 16.2%, Adventure 5.1%, Exploration 4.2%, Indie 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging metroidvania that prioritizes deep exploration and discovery in a mysterious, interconnected world.

Gun-jump your way through a buzzing world full of quirky monsters, tricky puzzles, and outlandish bosses in this fast-paced, lighthearted Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.8%, Platformer 15.7%, Open World 11.5%, Exploration 8.7%, Cute 6.3%

A Planet Full of Cats is a hidden object adventure with metroidvania-style exploration in true Devcats fashion. Explore diverse biomes, unlock new powers and uncover ancient secrets!

Why similar: Metroidvania 60.7%, Exploration 12.6%, Hand-drawn 10.8%, Adventure 5.4%, Casual 5.2%

Play as a tiny lil' mushroom who's lost in the forest and can't find its way home. Explore unique areas freely at your own pace, chat with friendly inhabitants, and take on different adventures to get back home!

Why similar: Open World 23.1%, Cute 16.3%, Platformer 15.3%, Exploration 14.1%, Adventure 7.9%

Set sail for adventure with a paper hat on your head and a magical shrinking boat in your pocket, in search of legendary treasures! Solve tricky puzzles, battle formidable foes, piece together clues and dig up secrets to uncover your own shrouded history as you explore this sprawling open world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Platformer 20.8%, Adventure 14.2%, Indie 8.7%, Cute 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-feeling adventure game that focuses on exploration, discovery, and platforming in a vast, open world.

Starshifter is a game about shapeshifting, desert animals, and finding your place.

Why similar: Platformer 24.3%, Cute 17.9%, Adventure 13.8%, Exploration 12%, Colorful 11.5%

Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.5%, Platformer 13.7%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 9.5%, Adventure 7.1%

Discover the world of Nahucan in this 2D action platformer. You are Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive to uncover your past and save Nahucan from its biggest threat, a mysterious plague!

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.6%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 14.1%, Hand-drawn 8.7%, Exploration 7.5%

Play as android MIO in this mesmerizing metroidvania where you explore the Vessel, an enormous technological ark overgrown with machines gone rogue. Uncover its secrets, enhance MIO's abilities, and save the spaceship and its residents from oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.2%, Platformer 15.7%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Exploration 9.3%, Hand-drawn 7.1%

A mix between Portal, Zelda and Metroid. Exploration, puzzles, combat! A first-person-metroidvania taking place six inches under Supraland.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.1%, Open World 11.5%, Exploration 10.4%, Platformer 8.5%, Cute 8.1%

Cute and bouncy platformer with big, relaxing levels! Explore and enjoy!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 33.5%, Platformer 32.8%, Casual 11.4%, Colorful 7.6%, 2D 6.9%

Explore in a black-and-white world. You'll encounter interesting enemies, feel smooth physics effects, freely combine props to solve fun puzzles, use powerful weapons, and defeat cool bosses.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Platformer 12.9%, Open World 10.3%, Exploration 8.2%

Explore the mysterious island of Kindara in this vibrant 2D action-adventure. Fight and platform your way through jungles, icy peaks, castles, and crystal caverns in a non-linear interconnected world. Adventure awaits!

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.4%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Platformer 10.4%, Exploration 8.3%, Hand-drawn 7%

Escape from a laboratory house in this unique puzzling platformer with a twist! All important objects are randomly placed in the world before the start of the game. Each playthrough will take a different path through the house, but can always be completed. A perfect introduction to Randomizers.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.1%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 13.7%, Exploration 8.3%, Cute 6.8%

A wacky metroidvania. ⚡ Meet weird characters, unlock new abilities and complete a mysterious mission . . .

Why similar: Metroidvania 30%, Adventure 26.8%, Indie 17.2%, Action 10.1%, Exploration 6.5%

"A cozy exploration adventure where you journey across vibrant, hand-drawn planets, collecting discoveries to turn into stickers with your magical, upgradable Holobook. All woven into a heartfelt, engaging story about confronting a spreading darkness. "

Why similar: Exploration 25.9%, Hand-drawn 15.6%, Adventure 14.8%, Colorful 13.8%, Cute 12.7%

A metroidvania experienced entirely in the map! Explore and fill the map of several planets in this minimalistic and abstract metroidvania game, collect powerups to get to new places, and discover lore items to read. Have extra fun in the puzzletroid maps, or relax in zentroid.

Why similar: Metroidvania 80.2%, Casual 8.5%, 2D 4.6%, Funny 2.9%, Indie 2.7%

Owlboy is a story-driven platform adventure game, where you can fly and explore a brand new world in the clouds! Pick up your friends, and bring them with you as you explore the open skies, in one of the most detailed adventures of this era.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.7%, Platformer 15.8%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Exploration 7.3%, Cute 7%

Explore the wonderful world with baby Ogu! 'Ogu and the Secret Forest' is a 2D adventure game with hand-drawn characters and various types of puzzles. Befriend bouncy characters and defeat strange creatures to unravel the mystery of the charming world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 44%, Open World 11.7%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Exploration 10.4%, Cute 9.4%

Explore a series of whimsical, interconnected worlds to steal everything not nailed down. Make a garbage bin a garbage home :)

Why similar: Platformer 33.9%, Exploration 16.1%, Adventure 12.4%, Casual 9.3%, Colorful 9%

Travel to a forgotten world and study alien creatures in this authentic retro metroidvania!

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.8%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Platformer 18.5%, Cute 7.4%, 2D 3.7%

Use and upgrade magic items, collect hidden treasures, and uncover the secrets between two worlds in this cute isometric puzzler! When a certain vacationing Elephant stumbles upon a way into the land of the dead, will she unwittingly let something far more sinister slip through?

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.8%, Platformer 17.3%, Open World 12.6%, Exploration 7.9%, Cute 6.4%

Jump, Swing and Zip your way through colourful worlds and exciting challenges in this unique 2D action-platformer! Master the power of the Grapple on your adventure to save the world!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 30.3%, Platformer 24.5%, Cute 11.5%, Colorful 6.2%, 2D 5.7%

A vibrant sci-fi platform adventure game where you help Maxwell the dog explore unfamiliar worlds, make strange new friends and contend with mysterious forces - by jumping, shooting, slicing, shrinking, warping and drilling.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.9%, Platformer 22%, Exploration 10.9%, Adventure 6.7%, Colorful 6%

Explore the unique and wacky world of SUNSOFT's Ufouria in this exploration-based side-scrolling game. The levels' terrain change each time you play with new secrets to explore. Be charmed, comforted and tickled by the fluffy felt-like remake of the strange-but-cute world of Ufouria!

Why similar: Metroidvania 67.5%, Cute 12.7%, Colorful 8.5%, Action 7.5%, Singleplayer 3.8%

A Short Handcrafted Pixel Art Platformer that follows Sheepy, an abandoned plushy brought to life. Sheepy: A Short Adventure is the first short game from MrSuicideSheep.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 30%, Platformer 24.4%, Cute 11.9%, Adventure 8%, 2D 5.7%

BIOMORPH is a dark metroidvania game where you become the creatures that you kill! Solve ingenious puzzles and navigate a stunning hand-drawn world. Meet quirky characters, rebuild a city, and uncover the secrets of a sprawling, fallen civilization… and of your own mysterious origins.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.6%, Platformer 16.8%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Exploration 8.3%, Hand-drawn 7.7%

A 3D linear collect-a-thon platformer about a frog. Collect golden flies, unlock new worlds, and interact with a variety of mechanics and powerups. Finally, discover what lies behind the great gate.

Why similar: Platformer 36.3%, Cute 19.2%, Colorful 10.6%, Stylized 8.2%, Casual 6.9%

Let your empathy guide you as you play an exciting action-adventure, creature-saver game. Understand and tame the creatures of Ava and let them lead you through a variety of ecosystems – all in the hopes of saving the planet from a life-consuming infection.

Why similar: Exploration 28.8%, Cute 19.3%, Colorful 15.2%, Adventure 13.5%, Casual 10.1%