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Games Like Step By Step

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Platformer, Adventure, Action, Casual.

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In a game where you can't stop moving, every step is progress. But whether that progress is forward or backward, that is up to you...

Reviews: Very Positive — 98% — of 105 reviews
Released: 2023-10-06
Developer: Tripp Rainey
Publisher: Trippster Studios
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows

Overview

Step By Step is a charming, hand-drawn 2D platformer that emphasizes continuous movement and momentum-based gameplay. These recommendations focus on titles that capture that same blend of cute, colorful aesthetics, physics-driven platforming, and satisfying movement mechanics.

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    Why similar: Platformer 20.9%, 2D Platformer 17.6%, Cartoony 16.4%, Funny 11.7%, Cute 11.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, hand-drawn collectathon platformer that shares the cute aesthetic and exploration focus of the seed game.

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    Why similar: Parkour 40%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Funny 8.4%, Cute 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A clever puzzle-platformer that emphasizes parkour-like movement and character-based challenges.

  3. #3 Biped
    96% matchVery Positive85% of 10,741 reviews2020
    Dev: NEXT Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Biped is a coop action adventure game with a strong focus on moment-to-moment collaboration between 2 players.

    Why similar: Character Customization 38.8%, Cartoony 29.4%, Funny 19.4%, Multiplayer 4.8%, Adventure 4.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on unique, physics-based movement mechanics that require careful coordination and rhythm.

  4. #4 Pikuniku
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 10,974 reviews2019
    Dev: Arnaud De BockPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Pikuniku is an absurdly wonderful puzzle-exploration game that takes place in a strange but playful world where not everything is as happy as it seems. Help peculiar characters overcome struggles, uncover a deep state conspiracy, and start a little revolution in this delightful dystopian adventure!

    Why similar: Platformer 18.6%, Funny 16.7%, Cute 16.6%, Casual 11.3%, Comedy 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a quirky, minimalist art style and physics-based movement that feels very similar to the casual charm of Step By Step.

  5. #5 Stilt Fella
    94% matchVery Positive92% of 877 reviews2020
    Dev: September Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 69%

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    Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.4%, Platformer 20.2%, Character Customization 16.3%, Funny 15.8%, Comedy 12.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A physics-based platformer that turns simple movement into a challenging and humorous experience.

  6. #6 Sumoman
    94% matchMostly Positive79% of 633 reviews2017
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    Why You'll Like It: Uses physics-based controls to create a funny and challenging platforming experience centered on maintaining balance.

  7. #7 Unravel
    92% matchVery Positive91% of 5,395 reviews2020
    Dev: Coldwood InteractivePub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
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    Why similar: Platformer 38.5%, Colorful 21.4%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Adventure 9.9%, Cute 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, physics-driven platformer where movement and momentum are key to navigating the environment.

  8. #8 !AnyWay!
    93% matchMixed69% of 590 reviews2018
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    Windows
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    Why similar: 2D Platformer 29.1%, Character Customization 23.4%, Platformer 21.4%, Colorful 9.1%, Casual 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A precision-focused 2D platformer that rewards careful movement and constant momentum.

  9. #9 Caden's Climb
    91% matchVery Positive83% of 105 reviews2024
    Dev: SillyMan Studios
    Windows

    A fast-paced 2D platformer inspired by a whole buncha stuff!

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    Why You'll Like It: A straightforward 2D platformer that emphasizes vertical movement and funny, casual gameplay.

  10. #10 Yoku's Island Express
    90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 5,150 reviews2018
    Dev: Villa GorillaPub: Team17 Digital Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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: Platformer 46.6%, Hand-drawn 23.7%, Cute 13.2%, Adventure 7.5%, 2D 6.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines 2D platforming with a colorful, hand-drawn world and unique movement mechanics that keep the player constantly in motion.

  11. #11 Polyroll
    91% matchVery Positive95% of 94 reviews2019
    Dev: Spicy Gyro GamesPub: HOF Studios
    Windows

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    Why similar: 2D Platformer 31.6%, Platformer 21.1%, Cartoony 17%, Colorful 8.2%, 2D 7.5%

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    89% matchMostly Positive78% of 91 reviews2024
    Dev: Hooded Traveler Games
    Windows

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    Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.5%, Souls-like 22.3%, Hand-drawn 19.3%, Platformer 13.5%, Cute 12.3%

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    Windows
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    Windows · Mac
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    83% matchVery Positive92% of 11,146 reviews2016
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    75% matchMostly Positive72% of 576 reviews2025
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    Windows

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    74% matchVery Positive94% of 69 reviews2025
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    75% matchVery Positive85% of 54 reviews2024
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    Why similar: Funny 23.1%, Character Customization 22.7%, Comedy 22.4%, Colorful 22.4%, Action 4.9%

  55. #55 QV
    67% matchVery Positive88% of 267 reviews2021
    Dev: IZZLEPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    Start a dimension-jumping adventure with Quby!

    Why similar: Character Customization 29.7%, Funny 14%, Cute 13.5%, Anime 11.7%, Casual 9.7%

  56. #56 Life Goes On: Done to Death
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,438 reviews2014
    Dev: Infinite Monkeys Entertainment Ltd.Pub: k-Critical
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    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 35.4%, Funny 24.2%, Comedy 17.4%, Fantasy 13.7%, Casual 4.7%

  57. #57 Ronny's Climb
    64% matchVery Positive98% of 56 reviews2025
    Dev: Zephyrix
    Windows · Linux

    Relive the 90s in this 16-bit inspired retro platformer! Explore colorful worlds alongside Ronny and their adorable furry friends and help them jump, dash and fight their way to the top of the mountain. Can you overcome the challenges and reach the summit?

    Why similar: 2D Platformer 23.5%, Platformer 18.1%, Cartoony 17.6%, Funny 12.2%, Cute 9.7%

  58. #58 222 Hearts
    69% matchVery Positive83% of 66 reviews2017
    Dev: REMIMORY
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    ‘222 Hearts’ is an action platformer that utilizes the dash skill.

    Why similar: Platformer 27.9%, Casual 19.6%, Anime 15.5%, Cute 12.3%, 2D 10.2%

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