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: Funny 16.1%, Story Rich 15.1%, Platformer 14%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Adventure 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A musical adventure where your ability to sing and interact with the world drives the narrative forward in a charming, emotional way.

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: Narration 18.7%, Platformer 17.8%, Funny 16.1%, Puzzle Platformer 13.1%, 2D Platformer 12.3%

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

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 23.4%, RPG 14.1%, Story Rich 13.7%, Funny 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A meta-fictional RPG platformer that uses humor and a unique narrative style to subvert classic gaming tropes.

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Why similar: Dynamic Narration 36.1% ★, Narration 29.4%, Story Rich 7.7%, RPG 7.1%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Renowned for its dynamic narrator who comments on your actions in real-time, creating a highly reactive storytelling experience.

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 26.3%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Funny 11.3%, Side Scroller 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tight 2D platforming with a self-aware, humorous script that constantly breaks the fourth wall.

The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe is an expanded re-imagining of 2013's The Stanley Parable. You will play as Stanley, and you will not play as Stanley. You will make a choice, and you will become powerless. You are not here to win. The Stanley Parable is a game that plays you.

Why similar: Narration 54.5%, Funny 20.5%, Story Rich 11.1%, Adventure 5.7%, Atmospheric 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for meta-narrative humor where the narrator actively responds to the player's choices and movements.

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 30.8%, Funny 26.3%, Story Rich 17.1%, Colorful 10.4%, 2D 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A comedy-adventure game heavily focused on music and performance that shares the lighthearted, musical spirit of the seed game.

Figment is an action-adventure game that invites you to explore a unique surreal universe filled with music, humor and multi layered narrative. Join Dusty and his ever-optimistic friend, Piper, on an adventure through the different sides of the mind seeking to restore the courage that's been lost.

Why similar: Funny 22.8%, Adventure 14.8%, Story Rich 14.2%, Atmospheric 12.6%, Colorful 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A musical action-adventure set in a world where the soundtrack and environment react to your presence and combat actions.

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 28.8%, Funny 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.1%, Adventure 15.5%, Indie 10%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous 2D platformer that leans heavily into meme culture and absurd comedy, much like the tone 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 33.2% ★, Puzzle Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Platformer 11%, Story Rich 6.5%

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

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 15.3%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Family Friendly 12%, Platformer 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A unique puzzle-platformer where you must use your own voice to control the game, emphasizing the musical interaction theme.

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 34.4%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Adventure 10.8%, Action 8.2%, Fantasy 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful remake of a classic platformer that maintains a whimsical adventure feel and tight, responsive controls.

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 29.3%, Platformer 28.3%, Family Friendly 11.1%, Adventure 10.8%, Colorful 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant 3D platformer filled with slapstick humor, charming characters, and a very expressive, musical world.

Stories: The Path of Destinies is an Action RPG, an enchanted storybook filled with madcap fantasy tales, each told by a zippy narrator attuned to the player’s choices and actions.

Why similar: Adventure 50.6%, Dynamic Narration 23.5% ★, RPG 6.6%, Fantasy 4.1%, Narration 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features a dynamic narrator who tells the story based on the choices you make, creating a highly personalized narrative flow.

“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 31.2%, Atmospheric 16.3%, Story Rich 13%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Adventure 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: While more serious, it offers a world-class soundtrack and atmospheric platforming that elevates the player's journey.

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

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 23.7%, Narration 20.6%, Platformer 16.6%, Side Scroller 7.6%, Adventure 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A clever puzzle-platformer that uses color-shifting mechanics to create a dynamic and engaging gameplay loop.

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 28.3%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, 2D 9.9%, Family Friendly 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy 2D platformer that relies on a fantastic, driving soundtrack to dictate the pace of the gameplay.

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 47.3%, Funny 22.7%, Adventure 12.6%, Story Rich 9.5%, Action 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic platformer celebrated for its bizarre, humorous writing and creative level design that feels like a fever dream.

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 17.3%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Platformer 14.2%, Funny 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based 2D platformer that emphasizes creative movement and a colorful, upbeat aesthetic.

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 19.9%, Platformer 16.5%, Puzzle Platformer 16.1%, Funny 13.4%, Family Friendly 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, hand-drawn platformer with a unique sense of humor and a focus on exploration.

This definitive edition of the multiple-award-winning hit by master storytellers The Chinese Room is remastered for the big screen and includes all bonus content of the original. A HERO WILL EMERGE!

Why similar: Narration 22.8%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Platformer 10%, Funny 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling adventure that uses a humorous, unreliable narrator to guide the player through fantastical environments.

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 45.4%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Funny 10.6%, Adventure 10.1%, Family Friendly 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Famous for its rhythm-based musical levels where the platforming actions are perfectly synced to the beat of the soundtrack.

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 32.8%, Puzzle Platformer 27.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Adventure 10.6%, Action 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired platformer where the main character evolves, providing a clever twist on traditional 2D mechanics.

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 38.6%, Family Friendly 15.3%, Story Rich 12.1%, Casual 11.7%, Indie 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based puzzle game with a sharp, funny script that focuses on quirky characters and lighthearted storytelling.

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

Why similar: Platformer 35.1%, Adventure 14.2%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Action 11%, Indie 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, stylish platformer that focuses on fluid movement and a lighthearted, casual 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 16.2%, Adventure 12%, Colorful 6.3%, Casual 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, family-friendly platformer that excels in atmosphere and classic, rhythmic level design.

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 17.4%, Platformer 14.8%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Story Rich 7.3%

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 18.5%, Platformer 15.7%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Funny 10.4%, Adventure 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that blends a fairy-tale aesthetic with a humorous, unlucky protagonist.

A platform game about running, jumping and breathing.

Why similar: Soundtrack 28.2% ★, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Platformer 14.2%, Funny 8.3%

Launch into the ultimate head trip as you blast through psychotic robots in a retro 70's sci-fi action adventure from Double Fine Productions. It is a world of automation, a utopia gone wrong in which all of humanity have transferred their minds into robotic imposter bodies and are ruled by a computer.

Why similar: Platformer 41.5%, Side Scroller 28.3%, Funny 15.3%, Action 14.9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-futuristic platformer with a humorous tone and a unique mechanic that fits the 'twist on a classic' vibe.

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 19.2%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Platformer 12.5%, Funny 12.4%

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 26.2%, Side Scroller 22.8%, Adventure 11.4%, Family Friendly 9.5%, Funny 9%

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 21.9%, Platformer 19%, Funny 11.6%, Adventure 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

"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 17.9%, Platformer 14.1%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Funny 9.7%, Family Friendly 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, lighthearted platformer where you play as a spark of electricity, focusing on exploration and environmental interaction.

Hop into a Game Boy inspired metroidvania adventure! Explore a huge and open dungeon and find ability upgrades to help you in your quest! Can you survive the tiny dangerous dungeons and find the presumably huge treasure?

Why similar: Platformer 22.4%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Adventure 14%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Indie 10%

Why You'll Like It: A compact, well-designed Metroidvania that captures the classic feel of 2D platforming adventures.

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 17.4%, Puzzle Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 14.2%, Side Scroller 14%, Adventure 5.6%

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 20.1%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Platformer 16.1%, Funny 9.3%, Family Friendly 7.9%

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 45.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Action 12.6%, 2D 10.8%, Indie 5.9%

The Beggar’s Ride is a unique and innovative Platform Puzzle Adventure Game where the player can manipulate the environment to solve puzzles in a deep and intriguing story of discovery.

Why similar: Narration 24.5%, Platformer 18.8%, Puzzle Platformer 10.9%, Funny 8.7%, Story Rich 7.5%

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%, Platformer 28.5%, Adventure 17.8%, Funny 3.9%, Colorful 2.8%

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 32.5%, Action 25.4%, Indie 21.6%, Casual 20.5%

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 24.1%, Platformer 19.8%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Adventure 6.8%, Family Friendly 6.6%

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 16.3%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Platformer 14%, Funny 7.4%

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 18.8%, Platformer 17%, Funny 14%, Family Friendly 10.8%, Adventure 8.8%

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 29.1%, Adventure 15.1%, Action 12%, Story Rich 10.5%, Indie 10.5%

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 23.5%, Puzzle Platformer 14.2%, Adventure 11%, Funny 9.5%, Action 7.6%

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 21.1%, Puzzle Platformer 15.2%, Funny 10.7%, Family Friendly 10.3%, Adventure 9.6%

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 31.9%, Platformer 18.9%, Funny 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Indie 5.8%

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 29.2%, Funny 25.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, 2D 9.4%, Adventure 7.8%

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: Puzzle Platformer 16.7%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 13.5%, Funny 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%

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 35.1%, Adventure 21.9%, Indie 14.6%, Funny 10.6%, Family Friendly 10.4%

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

Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.3%, Side Scroller 21.2%, Platformer 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Adventure 6.2%

Join millions of players in the adventures of Poptropica! Establish yourself as the hero of your story while exploring mysterious lands and completing immersive quests. Uncover ancient mysteries, solve puzzles, and collect exclusive rewards throughout your travels.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.6%, Puzzle Platformer 20.7%, Platformer 18%, Family Friendly 7.9%, Adventure 7.9%

Immerse yourself in a contrasted emotional journey with delicate visuals! Songs from the Iron Sea is a poetic platformer set in a whimsical aquatic universe. Guided by a kind entity, embody a creature lost in a metal nightmare and escape the foreman's gaze to regain your freedom.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.2%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Platformer 20%, Adventure 8.3%, Colorful 6.6%

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 57.2%, Action 18.1%, Indie 16.9%, 2D 7.8%

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 26.4%, Platformer 23.9%, Adventure 14.6%, RPG 11.1%, 2D 6.3%

An absurd retro-platformer that tests your patience.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18.8%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Platformer 15.1%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Visit a wonderfully peculiar dog's dream in a heroic attempt to save your owner in this beautiful pixel art puzzle platformer.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 24.6%, Platformer 13.1%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Funny 9.4%

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 18.9%, Side Scroller 16%, Adventure 13.8%, Action 10.7%

The StoryTale - is a fairy tale platformer where everything goes bing-bang-boom, but everybody remains alive and healthy. It's a game where you constantly forget the spells and the weapons are cursed. But even in the midst of the swirling action you can stop and think over the next step.

Why similar: Platformer 14.5%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Puzzle Platformer 11.2%, 2D Platformer 11%, Funny 8.9%