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 16.4%, Funny 13.1%, Story Rich 12.5%, Platformer 12.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A charming musical adventure that emphasizes emotional storytelling and creative mechanics centered around singing.

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 23.2%, RPG 13.7%, Story Rich 13.1%, Funny 10%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This RPG-platformer features a meta-narrative and a rhythmic combat system that feels very similar to the self-aware humor of the seed game.

Test your abilities in two new game modes, uncover new rewards and even a few secrets in the Arcade Challenge! Update! Feel the beat as wannabe rockstar Chai and his ragtag team fight against an evil megacorp in a world that syncs to the music.

Why similar: Platformer 39.7%, Comedy 21.2%, Action 19.3%, Colorful 15.3%, Adventure 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the spirit of music-synced action and humor, where the entire world moves and reacts to the beat.

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 25.8%, 2D Platformer 18%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Funny 10.5%, Side Scroller 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A brilliant action-platformer that balances challenging gameplay with a hilarious, meta-commentary script and an iconic soundtrack.

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 26.4%, Funny 21.6%, Comedy 17%, Story Rich 14.1%, Colorful 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A comedy-adventure game that leans heavily into music, theater, and lighthearted humor, making it a great thematic match.

Sayonara Wild Hearts is a dreamy arcade game about riding motorcycles, skateboarding, dance battling, shooting lasers, wielding swords, and breaking hearts at 200 mph.

Why similar: Colorful 20.4%, Action 17.8%, Story Rich 13.5%, Atmospheric 13.4%, Casual 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane, music-driven experience that treats every level like a playable pop album, echoing the musical focus of the seed game.

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 34.9%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Adventure 10.8%, Action 8.3%, Fantasy 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful remake of a classic platformer that features a charming aesthetic and a memorable, melodic soundtrack.

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 37.7%, RPG 15.1%, Indie 14.1%, Fantasy 10.4%, 2D 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title forces players to move and fight to the beat of the music, creating a rhythmic gameplay loop that is both challenging and rewarding.

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 37.1%, Comedy 22.7%, Funny 17%, Adventure 9.8%, Story Rich 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A classic platformer renowned for its incredibly witty writing, unique world-building, and humorous character interactions.

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 46.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%, Action 12.9%, 2D 10.3%, Indie 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced platformer that prioritizes momentum and features a high-energy soundtrack that keeps the action moving.

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 33.7%, Adventure 20.3%, Indie 12.8%, Family Friendly 9.9%, Funny 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant 2.5D platformer with a fantastic, catchy soundtrack and a playful tone that feels like a love letter to the genre.

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 17.5%, 2D Platformer 16.4%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Platformer 14.5%, Funny 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A creative platformer that emphasizes movement and exploration with a bright, cheerful aesthetic similar to the seed game.

“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 31.9%, Atmospheric 15.7%, Story Rich 12.7%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Adventure 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: While more atmospheric, its exceptional soundtrack and fluid platforming mechanics make it a must-play for fans of high-quality audio-visual experiences.

A teenage guitar prodigy sets out on a psychedelic journey to inspire his stage persona and confront the legacy of a dead folk legend. Starring voice performances by Michael Johnston, Caroline Kinley, Lena Headey, Jason Schwartzman, Mark Strong, and Carl Weathers.

Why similar: Platformer 15.5%, Story Rich 15.4%, Funny 12.3%, Comedy 12.2%, Adventure 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning musical journey that focuses on self-expression and performance, capturing the theatrical vibe of the seed game.

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 19.6%, Funny 11.4%, Adventure 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-platformer that rewards fluid movement and features a vibrant, colorful world.

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 25.6%, Platformer 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Colorful 9.7%, Atmospheric 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A pure rhythm-platformer where every jump and slide is perfectly timed to the soundtrack, emphasizing the connection between music and movement.

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

Why similar: Platformer 53.8%, Family Friendly 16.3%, Adventure 11.9%, Colorful 6.2%, Casual 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, family-friendly platformer that captures the magic and whimsical tone of classic adventure games.

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 16.9%, Puzzle Platformer 16.3%, Funny 13.2%, Family Friendly 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky and humorous adventure-platformer that focuses on exploration and charming character interactions.

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 34%, Side Scroller 23.2%, Comedy 18.6%, Action 12.2%, Funny 12%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-futuristic action-platformer that uses a sharp, comedic tone to deliver a unique experience in a strange, stylized world.

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 57.8%, Action 18.6%, Indie 16.2%, 2D 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy, precision-based platformer that uses color-coded mechanics to create a fast and fun experience.

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: Puzzle Platformer 17.3%, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 14.4%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Adventure 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A compact, well-designed action-adventure game that captures the retro feel of classic dungeon crawlers.

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 33.2%, Puzzle Platformer 27.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Adventure 10.7%, Action 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A unique platformer where the protagonist evolves through gameplay, offering a fresh take on traditional mechanics.

"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 18.1%, Platformer 14.4%, Side Scroller 14%, Funny 9.4%, Family Friendly 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, visually distinct platformer that focuses on bringing light back to a dark world through simple, satisfying movement.

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 16.7%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Funny 9.1%, Fantasy 6.9%

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 30.1%, Funny 24.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, 2D 9.1%, Adventure 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult but funny platformer that shares the indie spirit and lighthearted tone of the seed game.

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 16.5%, Side Scroller 15.5%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 14.3%, Funny 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A simple and effective puzzle-platformer that offers a quick, satisfying challenge for fans of the genre.

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 24.1%, Puzzle Platformer 14.5%, Adventure 11.2%, Funny 9.3%, Action 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, action-packed platformer that provides a classic arcade-style experience with a humorous edge.

A platform game about running, jumping and breathing.

Why similar: Soundtrack 28.2% ★, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Platformer 14.3%, Funny 7.9%

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 24.9%, Platformer 13.3%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Funny 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that tells a touching story through a unique, dog-centric perspective with charming pixel art.

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 26.1%, Adventure 13.4%, Comedy 12.2%, Action 10.8%, Story Rich 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A humorous action-platformer that features a quirky protagonist and a variety of fun, over-the-top abilities.

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 25.2% ★, 2D Platformer 17.2%, Platformer 15%, Side Scroller 10%, Story Rich 7.2%

Get LIFTED! Play as slacker Ari, the accidental wingman in his professor's manic, love-fueled time heist. Swing, climb, and puzzle through history to outsmart rival tomb raiders in a cinematic '80s blockbuster adventure!

Why similar: Soundtrack 49.5% ★, Funny 13.7%, Puzzle Platformer 11.4%, Story Rich 10.1%, Platformer 7.4%

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 33.5% ★, Puzzle Platformer 15.6%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Platformer 11.1%, Story Rich 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based puzzle-platformer that uses music as a core mechanic for both navigation and storytelling.

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 24.5%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Adventure 10.4%, Family Friendly 8.7%, Funny 8.1%

An absurd retro-platformer that tests your patience.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Platformer 15.4%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: An indie action-platformer that provides a straightforward, challenging experience for those who enjoy the core loop of the genre.

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 26%, Funny 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Adventure 13.9%, Comedy 12.3%

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%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Funny 11.4%

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 18.8%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Platformer 15.1%, Funny 8.4%, Comedy 7.9%

Experience the ultimate celebration of past and future in Sonic Mania, an all-new 2D Sonic adventure running at a crisp 60FPS with stunning HD retro-style graphics.

Why similar: Platformer 29%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Family Friendly 9.9%, 2D 9.4%

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 28.4%, Platformer 17.2%, Funny 14.9%, Comedy 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

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 13.1%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Platformer 12%

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

Why similar: Platformer 36%, Adventure 14.1%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Action 11.1%, Indie 9.1%

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 44.8%, Platformer 28.9%, Adventure 17.9%, Funny 3.8%, 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 33.4%, Action 26.3%, Indie 20.9%, Casual 19.4%

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

Why similar: Platformer 17%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D Platformer 13%, Funny 12.2%, Family Friendly 9.9%

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 23.8%, Platformer 20.1%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Adventure 6.9%, Family Friendly 6.6%

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 18.4%, Platformer 16.1%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Funny 10.2%, Adventure 7.4%

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 21.6%, Puzzle Platformer 15.4%, Funny 10.5%, Family Friendly 10.4%, Adventure 9.7%

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 19.1%, Platformer 17.4%, Funny 13.7%, Family Friendly 10.9%, Adventure 8.9%

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 15.5%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 12.1%, Family Friendly 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.5%

Challenging 2D platformer in the best traditions of classic games, with an excellent chiptune soundtrack. The game will check your nerves for strength and bring a lot of emotions.

Why similar: Soundtrack 33.5% ★, 2D Platformer 21.8%, Platformer 17%, Funny 5.9%, Comedy 4.9%

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 20%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 15.8%, Funny 10.7%, Family Friendly 8.1%

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 26.4%, Adventure 15.8%, Action 12.7%, Indie 10.1%, Casual 9.2%

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 26.2%, Platformer 24.4%, Adventure 15.1%, RPG 11.1%, 2D 6%

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

Why similar: 2D Platformer 25.2%, Puzzle Platformer 24.4%, Platformer 17.2%, Funny 10.1%, Adventure 6.1%

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 19.2%, Puzzle Platformer 19.1%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Adventure 13.9%, Action 10.9%

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 19.4%, Funny 17.3%, Puzzle Platformer 17.2%, Family Friendly 12.1%, Comedy 11.5%

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 19.7%, Adventure 15.7%, Action 12.8%, Funny 12.2%, Indie 11%

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 32.5%, 2D Platformer 23.1%, Adventure 18%, Action 14.3%, Indie 12.1%

An UNCONVENTIONAL ADVENTURE RPG that takes place in an inexpressible world filled with amusing musical battles and strange delightful encounters. To put it simply: You are in for a ride.🍄

Why similar: Story Rich 24.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.2%, RPG 16.2%, Colorful 11.9%, 2D 10.8%