Games Like Songs for a Hero - Definitive Edition

A musical platforming adventure with an emotional story. Play as a silly bard and use music to interact with everything on a journey around the world. Along the way you'll explore, solve puzzles, and meet a huge cast of characters!

Why similar: Comedy 16.8%, Funny 13.3%, Story Rich 12.5%, Platformer 11.7%, Side Scroller 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A musical adventure where your ability to sing and interact with the world drives the narrative and gameplay forward.

Underhero is an RPG-platformer where the chosen hero has failed, and an underling of the evil king takes his place as the new hero. Use timing-based combat to defeat enemies as you venture across the land, face off against quirky bosses, and save the kingdom from your own evil boss, Mr Stitches!

Why similar: Platformer 22.7%, RPG 13.6%, Story Rich 13.1%, Funny 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-narrative platformer that subverts traditional hero tropes with clever writing and humorous character interactions.

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: 2D Platformer 28.2%, Platformer 16.9%, Funny 14.9%, Comedy 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines high-octane 2D platforming with an incredible, high-energy soundtrack and absurd, over-the-top humor.

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 18.5%, Funny 16.4%, Puzzle Platformer 13.6%, Comedy 13%, 2D Platformer 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a hilarious, constant narrator and tight platforming that perfectly mirrors the comedic, self-aware tone of the seed game.

As a demon army besieges his village, a young ninja ventures through a cursed world, to deliver a scroll paramount to his clan’s survival. What begins as a classic action platformer soon unravels into an expansive time-traveling adventure full of thrills, surprises, and humor.

Why similar: Platformer 25.3%, 2D Platformer 18%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Funny 10.7%, Side Scroller 8%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant platformer that leans heavily into meta-humor and fourth-wall-breaking dialogue throughout its campaign.

Travel the kingdom as Jester with his best friend Sok to improvise theatre shows and perform on stages far and wide. Sing your hearts out, crack jokes and impress audiences to become the stars of the famous Royal Theatrical Spectacle!

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.9%, Funny 21.6%, Comedy 17.2%, Story Rich 14.1%, Colorful 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A musical comedy adventure that focuses on performance and humor, capturing the theatrical spirit of the seed game.

Musical Metroidvania, with pixel art to die for. Guide orphaned chick 'Birb', on a platform adventure, as he faces off against the denizens of the forest in rhythm-action boss battles. Acclaimed for its gorgeous animation, and heart-warming storytelling, as Birb strives to discover his true origins.

Why similar: Soundtrack 33.1% ★, Puzzle Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Platformer 11%, Story Rich 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based platformer where music is the core mechanic for both storytelling and navigating the world.

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: 2D Platformer 19.8%, Platformer 16.6%, Puzzle Platformer 16.2%, Funny 13.3%, Family Friendly 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, hand-drawn platformer with a unique sense of humor and a world full of personality.

Embark on a global adventure in this ‘90s-inspired adventure platformer. Help a chubby underdog kid with wacky superpowers battle bizarre villains, unlock and customize special moves and spells, and save the world!

Why similar: Platformer 25.7%, Adventure 13.2%, Comedy 12.4%, Action 10.6%, Story Rich 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous platformer that parodies classic hero tropes while offering varied, fun gameplay mechanics.

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: Funny 25.4%, Platformer 24.6%, Comedy 10.1%, Family Friendly 9.7%, Adventure 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A charming 3D platformer filled with witty dialogue, expressive characters, and a whimsical sense of humor.

Spark the electric jester is an action/platformer video game heavily based on best classics from the 16-bit era from both sides of the aisle.

Why similar: Platformer 45.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Action 12.7%, 2D 10.7%, Indie 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a fast-paced platforming style paired with an iconic, high-energy soundtrack that keeps the momentum high.

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 34.5%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Adventure 10.7%, Action 8.2%, Fantasy 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful remake of a classic adventure that maintains a lighthearted, whimsical tone throughout its platforming journey.

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 33%, Adventure 20.3%, Indie 13.3%, Funny 9.7%, Family Friendly 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant platformer with a fantastic soundtrack and a lighthearted, classic adventure feel.

Super Fancy Pants Adventure is a wild free-running adventure with buttery smooth platforming and a slick fountain pen!

Why similar: Platformer 35.5%, Adventure 13.9%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Action 11%, Indie 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its fluid movement and comedic style, this game captures the energetic platforming feel of the seed game.

Sonic Mania is an all-new adventure with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles full of unique bosses, rolling 2D landscapes, and fun classic gameplay.

Why similar: Platformer 28.4%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Family Friendly 9.9%, 2D 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A celebration of classic 2D platforming defined by its legendary soundtrack and fast-paced, rhythmic action.

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: Puzzle Platformer 17.4%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Platformer 14.2%, Funny 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful platformer that focuses on creative movement mechanics and a cheerful, upbeat atmosphere.

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

Why similar: Platformer 53.2%, Family Friendly 16.5%, Adventure 11.8%, Colorful 6.4%, Casual 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, family-friendly platformer that emphasizes adventure and charm in its level design.

The breakout title from Summitsphere, Antonball Deluxe is a retro, high-octane smorgasbord of ballbusting arcade action! Antonball Deluxe quite literally turns the breakout genre on its head, blending traditional brick-breaking gameplay with tight, intense platforming.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18.6%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Platformer 14.9%, Funny 8.5%, Comedy 8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired arcade platformer that captures the chaotic, fun energy of classic 2D gaming.

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: 2D Platformer 21.8%, Platformer 19.2%, Funny 11.5%, Adventure 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, precision-focused platformer that rewards rhythmic movement and exploration.

A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin.

Why similar: Platformer 36.5%, Comedy 23.2%, Funny 17.2%, Adventure 9.6%, Story Rich 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: While 3D, its focus on bizarre, funny writing and imaginative platforming levels makes it a spiritual cousin to the seed game.

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: Side Scroller 25.3%, Platformer 24.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Colorful 9.8%, Atmospheric 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-platformer where every jump and action is perfectly synced to the music, creating a dynamic audio-visual experience.

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 42.5%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Funny 9.8%, Adventure 9.4%, Family Friendly 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features iconic music-themed levels that perfectly synchronize platforming challenges with a rhythmic soundtrack.

HOLY GRAIL for DUMMIES is a colorful and absurd action-platformer about Buckethead, a hero past his prime, in a world that, let's be honest, has seen better days...

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.9%, Platformer 16.4%, Side Scroller 12%, Funny 9.2%, Fantasy 6.9%

In Hatup you'll have the mission to go through different challenges with your hat that will allow you to progress through the game's stages. Using different mechanics you will face many challenges and with different levels of difficulty.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 16.4%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Platformer 14.1%, Funny 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A short, puzzle-heavy platformer that keeps things light and accessible for casual players.

Strap on your jetpack and prepare for chaos! Dyna Bomb has intuitive arcade action game play, with a blast of humor, Enjoy!

Why similar: Platformer 23.7%, Puzzle Platformer 14.3%, Adventure 11%, Funny 9.4%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, action-packed platformer that prioritizes fun, arcade-style gameplay.

Play as the ultimate digital underdog in the Adventures of Pip,an action-platformer with a fresh gameplay twist inside a retro 32-bit world. Alas, Pip is an unlikely 1-pixel hero yet has the unique ability to absorb the pixels of his defeated enemies to evolve into three different forms.

Why similar: Platformer 32.9%, Puzzle Platformer 27.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Adventure 10.6%, Action 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A clever platformer where the protagonist evolves through different graphical styles, offering a unique meta-commentary on gaming history.

Donut County is a story-based physics puzzle game where you play as an ever-growing hole in the ground. Meet cute characters, steal their trash, and throw them in a hole.

Why similar: Funny 34.7%, Family Friendly 14%, Story Rich 10.9%, Comedy 10.3%, Indie 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based puzzle game that relies entirely on its witty, sarcastic writing and humorous premise.

A platform game about running, jumping and breathing.

Why similar: Soundtrack 27.8% ★, 2D Platformer 17%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Platformer 14.1%, Funny 8.1%

At sonic speeds, Aureole - Wings of Hope takes platforming to the literal skies! Join Ramila and Ryleth on their crusade to reclaim their home from demonic forces in this unique physics-based side-scrolling game.

Why similar: Soundtrack 24.8% ★, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Story Rich 7.3%

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: Platformer 29.5%, Funny 25%, Pixel Graphics 13%, 2D 9.4%, Adventure 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging platformer that incorporates musical themes and a distinct, funny personality.

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 39%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Side Scroller 9.4%, 2D 8.9%, Action 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed platformer with a strong emphasis on character-driven storytelling and an engaging musical score.

"TurnOn" tells the spellbinding tale of a brave alien creature and its striking journey through blackout world, in an incredibly colorful and detailed platformer without platforms.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18%, Platformer 14.2%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Funny 9.6%, Family Friendly 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, casual platformer where you restore power to a city, focusing on atmosphere and light-hearted exploration.

Octodad: Dadliest Catch is a game about destruction, deception, and fatherhood. The player controls Octodad, a dapper octopus masquerading as a human, as he goes about his life. Octodad's existence is a constant struggle, as he must master mundane tasks with his unwieldy boneless tentacles while simultaneously keeping his cephalopodan...

Why similar: Comedy 34.5%, Funny 27.3%, Family Friendly 19.6%, Adventure 8.2%, Indie 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A comedy-focused game that uses awkward, funny mechanics to tell a charming and ridiculous story.

A unique platforming experience where the protagonist, story, and mechanics are constantly changing. Take control of legendary warriors, giant worms, greedy kings, and lazy demons, each with their own purpose.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19.3%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Platformer 12.5%, Funny 12.3%

Guide Timmy the little treasure hunter through traps and puzzles to reach the legendary treasure! Experience the classic mini metroidvania remade with new visuals, music, and content!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.3%, Puzzle Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 14.2%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Adventure 5.5%

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 24.1%, Side Scroller 21.2%, Adventure 10.4%, Family Friendly 8.8%, Funny 8.2%

Zueirama is a fun action adventure game packed with references to memes. Inspired by the games of the 90s, with cartoon characters that reflect the essence and Brazilian swinging like you have never seen.

Why similar: Platformer 25.4%, Funny 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Adventure 13.6%, Comedy 12.5%

Thank Goodness You're Here! is an absurd comedy slapformer set in the bizarre Northern English town of Barnsworth. As a traveling salesman, take the time to see the sights and meet the locals, who are very eager to give you a series of increasingly odd jobs…

Why similar: 2D Platformer 15.5%, Funny 15.4%, Comedy 13.3%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Platformer 11.8%

“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 31.3%, Atmospheric 16.1%, Story Rich 12.8%, Side Scroller 9.4%, Adventure 8.2%

An absurd retro-platformer that tests your patience.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18.9%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Platformer 15.1%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Let's go on an adventure to unite dog and clown!

Why similar: Platformer 16.7%, Side Scroller 15.2%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Funny 12.3%, Family Friendly 9.9%

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: Family Friendly 45.2%, Platformer 28.5%, Adventure 17.6%, Funny 3.9%, Colorful 2.8%

Hue is a vibrant, award-winning puzzle-adventure, where you alter the world by changing its background colour.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 29.9%, Platformer 21%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Adventure 9.2%, Colorful 7.9%

Splasher is a fun and challenging 2D Platformer filled with humor and surprises. Armed with a paint cannon, you’ll face the dangers of the Inkorp mega-factory in order to save your companions, the Splashers, and put an end to the Machiavellian projects of the evil boss, Le Docteur.

Why similar: Platformer 57.5%, Action 18.2%, Indie 16.5%, 2D 7.7%

Awaken an expansive musical realm in this non-violent and poetic platformer. In Symphonia, you'll use the power of your violin coupled with your platforming skills to gather an orchestra to bring the musical machinery of the world back to life.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.9%, Platformer 19.8%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Adventure 6.8%, Family Friendly 6.6%

This is a 2D platform game but not just a "jumping" game. Action, Puzzles, funny incidents. This is a game that makes you happy.

Why similar: Adventure 32.8%, Action 25.9%, Indie 21.5%, Casual 19.8%

Guide Gnome across the dangers of this twisted fairytale world. Can you make the annoying cloud go away? And recover his stolen Lucky Hat? Trust your friends? Find out in this, a casual platformer set in a beautiful painted world full of weird creatures you'll have to deal with.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18.6%, Platformer 15.7%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Funny 10.3%, Adventure 7.2%

A NOT Troll Game, a platformer where you journey through a world that constantly trolls you. Can you make it to Zoobtryx? Beware…

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19.7%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 15.5%, Funny 10.8%, Family Friendly 8.1%

One Hand Clapping is a vocal 2D platformer. Solve puzzles, by singing or humming into your microphone, and find confidence in the power of your voice as it changes the world around you.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 15.4%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Family Friendly 12.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.4%

A retro-casual platformer game! No matter who you are! Get your cat ears ready, BRING IT ON! Set off on the crazy journey to rescue your sister!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18.9%, Platformer 17.1%, Funny 13.9%, Family Friendly 10.9%, Adventure 8.7%

On A Roll 3D is a fast, colourful 3D platform game. Roll your way through 24 huge levels across six different themes and be prepared to take on spikes, mines, dynamite, conveyor belts, springs, switches, doors, bumpers, lasers, saws, fire, ice, water, electricity, trapdoors and much much more.

Why similar: Platformer 21.2%, Puzzle Platformer 15.3%, Funny 10.6%, Family Friendly 10.5%, Adventure 9.6%

A new Dadventure! Help Dadish rescue his children once more, in his most fun and challenging adventure yet.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.4%, Puzzle Platformer 24.2%, Platformer 17%, Funny 10.2%, Adventure 6%

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: 2D Platformer 26.3%, Platformer 24%, Adventure 14.8%, RPG 11.1%, 2D 6.3%

Mekazoo is a 2D platformer set in a vibrant 3D world with fast-flowing gameplay and a cast of kinetically-diverse mechanized animals.

Why similar: Platformer 25.9%, Adventure 15.5%, Action 12.5%, Indie 10.4%, Casual 9.3%

A Simple and Bite-sized retro 2D Platformer about a frog on another side-scrolling adventure

Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.2%, Side Scroller 21.1%, Platformer 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Adventure 6.2%

Dash, jump, and fly at full speed through Wunderling DX: a non-stop puzzle platformer and the world's first "goomba simulator"! Race against the clock, beat tricky puzzles to uncover shiny secrets, and stomp the odds to please your evil overlord!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 32.3%, 2D Platformer 23.3%, Adventure 17.7%, Action 14.2%, Indie 12.5%

Super Blasting Boy is a logical platform platformer made in the best traditions of retro games of the late 80's and 90's.

Why similar: Platformer 19%, Puzzle Platformer 19%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Adventure 13.7%, Action 10.8%

A comical puzzle platformer where you must die to progress. The bodies you leave behind are your only tools to solve puzzles on your quest to find the Cup of Life.

Why similar: Platformer 19.1%, Funny 17.4%, Puzzle Platformer 17.1%, Family Friendly 12.2%, Comedy 11.7%

Dinocide is a classic NES inspired old-school single-player platformer in a prehistoric fantasy world. Dinocide tries to capture the drive and fun of that era and recreate it in a modern way!

Why similar: Platformer 20.9%, Funny 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Family Friendly 8.7%, Adventure 7.1%

A nonviolent musical 3D Platformer The land of Groovy Hue was once bursting with music and color until the Great Slumber. Take control of Newt, a new tone in this musical land. Awakening this sleeping, silent world is Newt's rite of passage. Restore music, life, and color to the your world!

Why similar: Platformer 19.4%, Adventure 15.4%, Action 12.5%, Funny 12.4%, Indie 11.2%