Nodal

Games Like Spikes Are Dangerous

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Indie, Difficult, Platformer, 2D.

Spikes Are Dangerous header art

A slime, a bubble, and lots of blood! Control your slime through a counter-intuitive movement system, even doing a simple turn can be challenging. Also, beware of the spikes, they are dangerous, touch one and you die.

Reviews: 2 user reviews — 0% — of 2 reviews
Released: 2019-05-24
Developer: Not a Slime
Genres: Indie
Platforms: Windows

Similar Games

View all 58 recommendations
  1. #1 Faux
    97% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2019
    Dev: Pelagames
    Windows

    Play as Faux, the artificial human and pass the difficult challenges that lie ahead.

    Why similar: Gore 39.8%, Difficult 20.5%, Indie 17.6%, Platformer 16.1%, 2D 6.1%

  2. #2 Phantom Jump
    96% matchVery Positive88% of 64 reviews2017
    Dev: Phantom Pine Studios
    Windows

    Phantom Jump is a skill based platformer with rhythm mechanics, built to turn you into a speedrunner.

    Why similar: Indie 34%, Difficult 33.1%, Platformer 25.1%, 2D 7.8%

  3. #3 Super Pig X
    96% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2019
    Dev: Sos Sosowski
    Windows

    Probably the hardest game you will ever play. A pitch black platformer where the only way to see the world is to die splattering blood everywhere around. Packed with mind-bendingly hard levels, mazes, and numerous traps that you will never see coming!

    Why similar: Gore 42.4%, Difficult 25.3%, Indie 17.9%, Platformer 14.4%

  4. #4 CactusLamp
    92% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Miquéias Veloso
    Windows · Linux

    Take on the seven deadly sins in CactusLamp, an intense 2D action-platformer centered around unforgiving boss battles. Each sin is embodied as an epic boss inspired by Brazilian culture, requiring precision and fast reflexes to be victorious in this unique pixel art world.

    Why similar: Difficult 38.6%, Indie 29.9%, Platformer 23.5%, 2D 8.1%

  5. #5 The Misadventures of Botsworth
    95% matchNo user reviews2018
    Dev: Team Botsworth
    Windows

    Help the adorable armless defect Botsworth escape the robot factory in this tricky platforming adventure!

    Why similar: Difficult 36.1%, Indie 30.9%, Platformer 23.9%, 2D 9.1%

  6. #6 SHELL
    94% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2018
    Dev: Kings of the Heroes
    Windows

    Take control of Nebby and guide her through a challenging 2D platformer with a unique body projection mechanic. Test your skills by completing increasingly more difficult levels. Try to complete the game as fast as possible in Speedrun Mode to show off how good you really are!

    Why similar: Difficult 38.7%, Indie 33.2%, Platformer 28%

  7. #7 Wobbly Jungle
    93% matchPositive88% of 48 reviews2016
    Dev: Sourena Game StudioPub: KATNAPPE SP. Z O. O.
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Wobbly Jungle demands the player's entire skill and dexterity across 60 diverse levels. This sidescroller impresses with its extraordinary design and will drive the player to the edge. Survival of the fittest!

    Why similar: Difficult 39%, Indie 35.1%, Platformer 25.9%

  8. #8 Rynn's Adventure: Trouble in the Enchanted Forest
    91% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2016
    Dev: Arcane Four Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Rynn’s Adventure is a 2D platformer game in which the player guides Rynn through a variety of environments teeming with magic and danger. The player will help Rynn combat the many enemies she encounters and outwit each of their fearsome generals.

    Why similar: Difficult 38.1%, Platformer 26.7%, Indie 26.2%, 2D 9%

  9. #9 DungeonGOGO
    91% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
    Dev: Davids
    Windows · Mac

    DungeonGOGO is a challenging precision platformer where you escape from a light prison and help rescue your friends from the secret chambers where they are being held.

    Why similar: Indie 41%, Difficult 29.4%, Platformer 21.5%, 2D 8.2%

  10. #10 The Lone Chameleon
    89% matchPositive90% of 29 reviews2018
    Dev: Spidove
    Windows

    A 2D puzzle-game about cooperation and empathy.

    Why similar: Indie 45.1%, Difficult 32.4%, Colorful 13.5%, 2D 9%

  11. #11 Darkour
    88% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2019
    Dev: Brian Egana
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Darkour is a 2D platformer where darkness is your platform.

    Why similar: Difficult 36.3%, Indie 28.5%, Platformer 26.1%, 2D 9.1%

  12. #12 SLIDE: platformer
    89% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2015
    Dev: APAS games
    Windows

    SLIDE: platformer is a hardcore game with an unorthodox control scheme. It will make you think. It might make you cry. It will test your platforming skills to the limit!

    Why similar: Indie 37.4%, Difficult 31.2%, Platformer 24.2%, 2D 7.2%

  13. #13 Chucky
    86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2019
    Dev: Shichifu
    Windows

    In this game you will find endless darkness and challenging levels. Your mission is simple: help Chucky get to his home avoiding danger.

    Why similar: Indie 50.6%, Difficult 38.7%, 2D 10.6%

  14. #14 Javva Juice
    87% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2017
    Dev: Super Games Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Adventure little wizard named Javva, looking for his Coffee stolen by evil skeleton King. Enjoy challenging gameplay - then Javva Juice for you! Here you have to work hard to be like before you go through the next dungeon!

    Why similar: Difficult 32.2%, Indie 30.4%, Platformer 27.7%, 2D 9.7%

  15. #15 Colourless
    85% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2018
    Dev: Outrage Games
    Windows

    Once Upon A Time, There Was A land Called colourland. The citizens,praised and love the coloursphere which made everything colourful. But nobody knew... the black and white days... were about to come...

    Why similar: Indie 45.4%, Platformer 30.3%, Colorful 13.6%, 2D 10.7%

  16. #16 YOBA
    84% matchMostly Positive76% of 85 reviews2017
    Dev: PEKA GamingPub: Besedka
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 15.2 hrs≥1hr: 26%

    Collect all coins on the level to reach the next one. Avoid the dangers on your way. Just remember, you have only one chance, if you die, you will start again!

    Why similar: Indie 51.4%, Difficult 48.6%

  17. #17 Guroopia!
    82% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2019
    Dev: Josh Sullivan
    Windows

    A fun 2D puzzle physics platformer where you manipulate the direction of gravity to complete your mission. You are Marvin, a cool stick-man who is abruptly disturbed by the Dream Wizard. Marvin is told he owes a "dream debt" to the Dream Wizard and will not be allowed to wake up until it's paid!

    Why similar: Gore 50.2%, Indie 32.7%, Platformer 17.1%

  18. #18 Minimalism
    84% matchMixed67% of 3,936 reviews2017
    Dev: PixelMouse
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Minimalism - platformer with a lot of levels, made in minimalist style - which is a cube protogonist. The game is a kind of labyrinth consisting of levels, to go between them you need to open the doors with collected keys.

    Why similar: Indie 39.1%, Difficult 37.9%, Platformer 22.9%

  19. #19 Super Galaxy Boy
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: DesignBy.Cloud
    Windows

    Let go of Gravity in this indie platformer adventure! Search from one star system to the next and blast beyond your enemies with your multi-functional raygun to save your friends!

    Why similar: Indie 43.2%, Difficult 34.1%, Platformer 22.6%

  20. #20 SUPER DISTRO
    86% matchMostly Negative37% of 1,155 reviews2015
    Dev: KITATUS STUDIOSPub: My Way Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    "SUPER DISTRO" is a hard-as-nails 2D platformer in the style of retro games such as Megaman, Super Mario Bros 2: The Lost Levels and other such rage-inducing classics. Taking "Difficult gameplay" to a whole new level - SUPER DISTRO is not for the faint-of-heart. The weak need not apply.

    Why similar: Indie 43.2%, Platformer 27.7%, Difficult 23.6%, 2D 5.5%

  21. #21 A Walk in the Dark
    83% matchVery Positive80% of 385 reviews2013
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    In this action platformer you play as a cat, Bast, running through a dark fantasy world. You’ll be running, jumping and sliding with smooth and precise controls designed to make you feel like a cat. But it wont be easy. In the dark you never know what lies in the shadows.

    Why similar: Platformer 38.2%, Indie 34.8%, Difficult 27%

  22. #22 GunnRunner
    75% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2023
    Dev: pixelCast Games
    Windows

    Get your fingers warm with this twin-stick shooter. Balance finesse movement with one hand while shooting accurately with the other. Plow through each enemy in your path or skillfully dodge the onslaught of bullets. Venture into the constructed world of machines and halt annihilation.

    Why similar: Indie 42.4%, Difficult 33.4%, Platformer 24.2%

  23. #23 Nightmare Pop!
    82% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2018
    Dev: The Lunatic Tilemaps
    Windows

    You play as a little girl, Clementine, trapped in her own nightmares; blow bubbles to capture your fears. In front of you stand twitch’s viewers that will do everything to stop you, interacting directly with the level.

    Why similar: Indie 58%, Platformer 30.4%, 2D 11.6%

  24. #24 Sockman
    81% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2018
    Dev: Sockware
    Windows

    Sockman is a single-screen platformer inspired by classics like Rick Dangerous, Jet Set Willy, Manic Miner, Jumpman, Prince of Persia… A hardcore platformer, very difficult, even more than suck your own elbow.

    Why similar: Difficult 39.9%, Indie 31.4%, Platformer 28.7%

  25. #25 INK
    81% matchVery Positive81% of 1,581 reviews2015
    Dev: ZackBellGames
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    INK is a fast-paced platformer about using colorful paint to uncover your surroundings. Defeat all enemies in the room and reach the goal! However, the terrain is invisible, so you need to discover the terrain by physically bumping into it, by performing a double jump or by, well, dying.

    Why similar: Platformer 33%, Difficult 25.4%, Indie 21.4%, Colorful 15%, 2D 5.3%

  26. #26 Butterfly
    78% matchPositive86% of 37 reviews2019
    Dev: grin robot
    Windows

    Platformer-puzzlu game with interesting gimmick. You can't jump, so you need to bounce off your enemies or use tubes to your advantage. Both platformer skills AND logic are required to complete 40 challenging levels!

    Why similar: Indie 45.3%, Difficult 32.1%, Platformer 14.2%, 2D 8.5%

  27. #27 M.U.S.T. Repeat
    77% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
    Dev: Old Men Games
    Windows · Linux

    M.U.S.T. Repeat is a logical puzzle game in which tiny robot Q.T. uses the Repeat mechanic to navigate the rooms and defeat enemies. The higher the Repeat is, the more difficult it is to navigate through the room, but you have to increase your Repeat in order to defeat the higher level Guard Bots.

    Why similar: Indie 62.6%, Difficult 29.9%, 2D 7.5%

  28. #28 Deadly Traps
    80% matchMixed61% of 23 reviews2017
    Dev: BT Studios
    Windows
    Median: 6 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 31%

    Battle yourself through dangerous traps in this fast-paced platformer.

    Why similar: Indie 38.3%, Difficult 30.3%, Platformer 23.7%, 2D 7.6%

  29. #29 Concurrency
    79% matchMostly Positive75% of 32 reviews2017
    Dev: Andy ImmPub: Restful Panic ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Concurrency is a game with a deceptive amount of content. On the surface, it's a simple rogue-lite with a few enemies and upgrades. If you begin to look deeper, however, it becomes a game where you'll traverse more than half a dozen genres in this sole indie dev's adventure romp.

    Why similar: Difficult 33.5%, Platformer 33.4%, Indie 33.1%

  30. #30 Until I Have You
    79% matchMixed69% of 188 reviews2016
    Dev: Wormwood StudiosPub: Digital Tribe
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    If you could save someone, how much of yourself would you be willing to sacrifice?Until I Have You aims to recount a thrilling story of regret, love, corruption, and things gone haywire, under the strong, vibrant neon lights of a metropolitan city that just doesn't give a damn.

    Why similar: Gore 35.6%, Platformer 30.6%, Indie 17.9%, Difficult 15.9%

  31. #31 Deadfall Tropics
    76% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2018
    Dev: Studio Jimothy
    Windows

    Play as smuggler Hank Hudson in this 2D action platformer as he defies death at every turn to find his way off a deadly tropical island...

    Why similar: Indie 38.4%, Difficult 33.1%, Platformer 20.1%, 2D 8.3%

  32. #32 Project IO
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: T124 Studios LLC
    Windows

    Project IO is a first-person, survival horror video game set in the late 1950's, with an emphasis on exploration and narrative.

    Why similar: Gore 69.4%, Indie 30.6%

  33. #33 Juke
    77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2018
    Dev: Godfri Games
    Windows · Mac

    Juke is a hardcore platformer with tight controls and unforgiving challenges. Easy to pick up but hard to master, Juke will test your reflexes and your coordination.

    Why similar: Indie 50.8%, Platformer 35.7%, 2D 13.6%

  34. #34 Run The Gamut
    78% match9 user reviews33% of 9 reviews2016
    Dev: Playdev Gaming
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    100 levels with three difficulty levels - Casual, Hardcore and Ultra mode. On Ultra Mode, we take no responsibility for any broken keyboards or gamepads.

    Why similar: Indie 42.4%, Difficult 33.4%, Platformer 24.2%

  35. #35 Truecolors
    74% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: Team Newtype
    Windows

    Truecolors is a game where we have to gather clues to the murder in the ship and get to the bottom of it, and survive the dangers and traps everywhere.

    Why similar: Indie 51.7%, Gore 48.3%

  36. #36 Angvik
    75% matchVery Positive88% of 2,527 reviews2014
    Dev: Alastair John Jack
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    Angvik is a platform action game set in a joyful but unforgiving land.

    Why similar: Platformer 36.3%, Indie 29.4%, Difficult 28.1%, 2D 6.2%

  37. #37 Turbo Pug
    73% matchVery Positive90% of 3,354 reviews2015
    Dev: Space Cat StudiosPub: Back To Basics Gaming
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    It's time to unleash your inner pug! Turbo Pug is a casual runner with difficult, random, procedurally generated levels. Enjoy random weather and try to avoid getting zapped by lightning. Unlock new costumes for your pug and new characters to play as. Please try not to squish your pug!

    Why similar: Indie 66%, Difficult 20.5%, Platformer 7.9%, 2D 5.6%

  38. #38 ScribbleDude
    71% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2020
    Dev: RandomErik
    Windows

    In ScribbleDude, you play as an unknown creature who wants to explore the world around him and defeat the evil forces. It's a challenging non-linear 2D platformer where you encounter action-filled platforming with gimmicks, explore areas and defeat unique bosses.

    Why similar: Indie 42.4%, Difficult 33.4%, Platformer 24.2%

  39. #39 A Roll-Back Story
    73% matchMixed58% of 19 reviews2018
    Dev: iQuantile
    Windows · Linux

    A Roll-Back Story is a rolling ball game heavily focused on platforming. Not recommended for casual players.

    Why similar: Difficult 42%, Platformer 31.3%, Indie 26.7%

  40. #40 Frank and 10 roots
    72% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: Horrendous Games
    Windows

    Frank and 10 Roots - a challenging isometric platformer. Put both your abilities and nervous system to the test!

    Why similar: Indie 43.2%, Difficult 34.1%, Platformer 22.6%

  41. #41 PokeyPoke
    61% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SaraJS
    Windows

    Stab stuff and find shiny things.

    Why similar: Difficult 43.3%, Indie 29.2%, Platformer 21.6%, 2D 5.9%

  42. #42 Foddia
    58% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Backrow Games
    Windows

    I can't leave yet. I came here for a reason. If I leave now, I'll never forgive myself.

    Why similar: Difficult 40.1%, Indie 28.9%, Platformer 22.9%, 2D 8%

  43. #43 Wishy Washy
    68% matchPositive85% of 26 reviews2020
    Dev: Open Alpha
    Windows · Mac

    In Calamityville, every day comes with a new disaster… and someone (you) has got to clean it up come rain, sleet, or…spaghetti sauce.

    Why similar: Indie 74.5%, Platformer 18%, 2D 7.5%

  44. #44 Archimedes
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 216 reviews2016
    Dev: Joshua Hughes
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    After you purchase and install Archimedes, an old operating system appears to be running, and a strange man asks for your help as you start to discover the terrible secrets behind the game.

    Why similar: Indie 75.7%, Gore 24.3%

  45. #45 Super Hipster Lumberjack
    72% matchMostly Positive77% of 444 reviews2015
    Dev: Noah LewinPub: Day Dreamer Games
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 20%

    You can't beat this game!!! Noah attempts to make a game for the first time. He then gets trapped in his own creation.

    Why similar: Indie 59.1%, Platformer 40.9%

  46. #46 Neptunian Donut
    70% matchVery Positive89% of 143 reviews2017
    Dev: Alex's Granny
    Windows

    It is a platformer. A hard trip to the Neptune. Beware of sharks, barrels, UFO, hard sound and hard levels!

    Why similar: Indie 74.8%, Platformer 25.2%

  47. #47 999
    71% matchMostly Negative41% of 16 reviews2018
    Dev: Tydecon Games
    Windows

    999 is a puzzle platformer style game in which you must fling your character to the exit through 999 difficult levels. Throw your character around gruelingly addictive, funky, psychedelic, colourful and thrillingly rage-enduing levels and get as far as you can.

    Why similar: Difficult 33.9%, Indie 32%, Platformer 24.7%, 2D 9.4%

  48. #48 CreaVures
    73% matchMostly Positive77% of 175 reviews2011
    Dev: Muse Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Take control of five cute, mystical creatures of miniature proportions called CreaVures. CreaVures always travel in pairs, and they must use their special abilities to help each other solve interesting platforming puzzles.

    Why similar: Indie 61.2%, Platformer 38.8%

  49. #49 Contrasted
    69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2018
    Dev: Dan HeadPub: none
    Windows

    Single player co-op platformer. Two characters, two hands, one player.

    Why similar: Indie 56.4%, Platformer 43.6%

  50. #50 Gravi
    74% matchMixed41% of 116 reviews2013
    Dev: Hashbang Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Gravi is an intense puzzle-platformer that will test your tolerance for pain. Shoot and swing your way towards victory as Gravi, an adorable blue ball of energy. While you’re launching through terrorizing traps and bending gravity to your will, Anti-Gravi, an atomic ball of rage, is barreling down on your position.

    Why similar: Indie 64.7%, Platformer 35.3%

  51. #51 Escape From Ground
    58% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Dual Cluster Studios
    Windows

    Endless jumping adventure with procedural levels, power-ups, enemies, and unique biomes.

    Why similar: Difficult 41.7%, Indie 23.3%, Platformer 20.5%, 2D 8.9%, Colorful 5.7%

  52. #52 Operation Empty Quiver
    58% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Gunpowder Team
    Windows

    Nuclear train assault in arcade shooter-platformer mechanics. Your main objective: infiltrate a military convoy, locate and destroy nuclear weapons.

    Why similar: Gore 37.8%, Indie 24.6%, Difficult 19.4%, Platformer 12.9%, 2D 5.3%

  53. #53 The Adventure of Sunny the hedgehog
    53% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: fuzx45
    Windows

    In this 2D platformer you play as a hedgehog named sunny having to facing rats, birds, bullets, and more. Whether its jumping from clouds or the platformers in the sewers, as long as you have the determination, you can become the queen of the entire world.

    Why similar: Difficult 50%, Platformer 27.8%, Indie 12.7%, 2D 9.5%

  54. #54 Box Out!
    70% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2015
    Dev: Da Picky Monkey
    Windows

    Help Boxy escape its factory and survive the outside world by mastering its 6 transformations: Rocket, Steel, Bubble, Spikes, Vapor and Fire. More than a hundred levels of increasing difficulty will put your skills, reflexes and cunning to the test. Die, retry, perfect your run and dominate the competitive leaderboards.

    Why similar: Indie 57.5%, Platformer 42.5%

  55. #55 Robot Boy
    67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: Emile TARDY
    Windows · Mac

    Hi my name is RX-4, I am a robot, I can not control my body alone, try to help me go home please. Hmmmm ... I'm not going to hide it, I have no hope in you and I do not think you'll succeed. Already many people have tried to help me and have failed.

    Why similar: Indie 55.9%, Difficult 44.1%

  56. #56 Konrad the Rocket
    69% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2017
    Dev: Leonardo Alexandrino
    Windows

    Konrad the Rocket: A hardcore platformer inspired by Orwell's 1984 and jetpacks.

    Why similar: Indie 44.8%, Difficult 33.2%, Platformer 22%

  57. #57 Super Helmets on Fire DX Ultra Edition Plus Alpha
    70% matchMixed66% of 62 reviews2016
    Dev: Ripper Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Super Helmets on Fire DX is a crazy side scrolling action platformer game, with lots of nods to old school games, mixed with hardcore runner gameplay and a pinch of RPG lite elements.

    Why similar: Difficult 42.8%, Platformer 30.8%, Indie 26.4%

  58. #58 Nine
    69% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: Baiacu Games
    Windows

    Never stop walking and try to stay alive, even a child should be able to do it

    Why similar: Gore 68.3%, Indie 31.7%

Spikes Are Dangerous cover art

Games Like Spikes Are Dangerous

Based on tag similarity + player behavior
Loading graph...