Games Like Super Catboy

A throwback to the golden age of white-gloved 16-bit video-game mascots, Spectacular Sparky is an action-packed platformer with wacky characters, explosive weapons and boss battles to treasure!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Old School 11.9%, Shooter 10.4%, Platformer 10%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similar high-octane run-and-gun experience with a focus on chaotic, screen-filling action.

The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.

Why similar: Retro 18%, Platformer 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Side Scroller 14.3%, 2D Platformer 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the challenging, fast-paced action-platformer feel of classic 8-bit and 16-bit titles.

Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.

Why similar: Platformer 16.4%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Beat 'em up 14%, Side Scroller 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title delivers a polished, Mega Man-inspired action experience that mirrors the retro-platformer intensity of Super Catboy.

BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.5%, Old School 14.9%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 11.5%, Retro 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action platformer that emphasizes fluid movement and transformation mechanics similar to the core gameplay loop of Super Catboy.

MagiCat is a side-scrolling platformer inspired by the retro games from 16-bit era. The game features a cute magical cat adventuring 63 levels, each with their own unique boss battle spread across 7 worlds.

Why similar: Cats 36%, Platformer 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Cute 8.7%, Action 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: A charming, cat-themed platformer that emphasizes precision and retro-inspired level design.

AQUA KITTY UDX blasts onto PC in this enhanced Ultra Deluxe Edition including the epic Dreadnought game mode!

Why similar: Cats 26.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Arcade 10.1%, 1990's 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game combines cat-themed characters with intense shoot-em-up action, matching the arcade spirit 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: Retro 19%, Platformer 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.1%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Action-Adventure 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: It is a masterclass in retro-inspired platforming that evolves from a linear action game into a sprawling adventure.

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 29.1%, Retro 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Action 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game features high-speed, momentum-based platforming that feels right at home for fans of 90s-era action games.

Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.

Why similar: Platformer 24.6%, Pixel Graphics 18.7%, Retro 18.6%, Side Scroller 10.9%, 2D 5.5%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for modern games that successfully replicate the feel and charm of classic 16-bit platformers.

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 16.1%, Platformer 15%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Arcade 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, precision-focused platformer that rewards players for maintaining momentum and chaining attacks.

FOX n FORESTS is a 16-bit style action platformer with RPG elements! Switch seasons on the fly and wield your crossbow to unveil the mystery of the 5th season.

Why similar: Platformer 21.7%, Pixel Graphics 20%, Action 14.1%, Retro 13.2%, Adventure 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure platformer features a unique season-swapping mechanic that adds depth to its retro-inspired gameplay.

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.

Why similar: Platformer 27%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Action 15.1%, Indie 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a sleek, modern take on the classic run-and-gun genre with high-speed combat and vibrant pixel art.

Super Cable Boy is a retro inspired platformer, where you are playing a living handheld gaming system with a power cord. Collect game cartridges to become more powerful and take on your quest to defeat "the Glitch", an entity that 1▧01☠01௹1‱☣∰0␢⌀▧ ..

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.4%, Platformer 18.8%, Retro 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%, Cute 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, retro-styled platformer that uses a cable-swinging mechanic to create challenging, fast-paced movement puzzles.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.4%, 2D Platformer 21.2%, Platformer 20.6%, Retro 10.2%, Action 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: While more focused on melee, its fast-paced, one-hit-kill action and retro aesthetic offer a similar adrenaline-fueled experience.

Punch, whip, and zipline your way through a post-apocalyptic America in this 16-bit retro-style action platformer! Play as Taro Takahashi, a resistance soldier on a revenge mission against the dictator who lords over the ashes.

Why similar: Side Scroller 18%, 2D Platformer 16%, Retro 11.6%, Old School 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A short but intense action-platformer that focuses on tight controls and retro-styled combat mechanics.

Join KinnikuNeko, a cat with a bodybuilder's body, in this fun 2D platformer and fight against the mysterious alien invasion. A story full of goofy humor, friendship, drama and action. Its aesthetics are a love letter to 90s anime along with an unforgettable soundtrack.

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.5%, Cats 21.4%, 2D Platformer 16.4%, Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, cat-themed action game that leans into the side-scrolling hack-and-slash style.

Throw on your nostalgia goggles and travel back in time with Super Win the Game, a retro-core explosion of exploration and platforming action!!

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.5%, Platformer 16.6%, Old School 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Retro 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful recreation of 80s-style exploration platformers with a focus on non-linear discovery.

Go on a journey as Kaze in this 90’s classics inspired platformer. When the Crystal Islands get cursed, Kaze needs to save her friend Hogo while facing enraged living vegetables. Find the Wild Masks to unleash the powers of the legendary guardians and master land, sky and sea.

Why similar: 1990's 24.4%, Old School 17.5%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Retro 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A direct love letter to 90s animal-themed platformers that captures the same spirit of exploration and challenge.

Mimi's platformer-shooter adventure through a land of magic, cats, and rain!

Why similar: Cats 31.8%, Shooter 12.4%, Platformer 12.4%, Side Scroller 11.1%, 2D Platformer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, cat-themed action platformer that incorporates magic and exploration into its retro aesthetic.

Cattie is a platform game with retro graphics.

Why similar: Cats 30.7%, Retro 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Platformer 10.4%, Action-Adventure 8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled platformer that focuses on simple, nostalgic gameplay mechanics and cute cat visuals.

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: Cats 40.1%, Platformer 16.4%, Retro 13.2%, Cute 10.9%, Adventure 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful and accessible platformer that features cat protagonists and classic 2D exploration elements.

Leap, blast and bob your way through over a hundred levels of cute platforming action in BUBBLES THE CAT!

Why similar: Cats 39.5%, Platformer 16.6%, Retro 10.9%, Cute 9.8%, Indie 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A charming indie platformer that highlights classic jumping mechanics and cat-themed character design.

Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Old School 11.2%, Platformer 10.4%, Shooter 10.3%, Retro 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled shooter-platformer that emphasizes exploration and challenging combat in a pixelated world.

Aqua Kitty is a fast paced retro styled submarine arcade shooter with optional 2 player local Co-op.Blast through hordes of mechanical sea monsters in your kitty sub and defend the deep sea milk mining kittens!THE MILK MUST FLOW!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Cats 21.3%, Retro 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Arcade 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled shoot-em-up that shares the same feline-centric theme and arcade-style progression as the seed game.

Get off the tree and face the world full of saws, pits and spikes in this hardcore 2D platformer about the nimble white Cat. Make your way through wild plains, thorny deserts and crystal caverns on a challenging yet exciting journey to rescue the lost kitten eggs!

Why similar: Cats 15.8%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Platformer 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A precision-platformer that uses pixel art to create a challenging, retro-inspired experience.

2D platform game focused on intense combat against enemies and exploration of secret areas in dark dungeons full of dangers.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20%, Platformer 15.4%, Retro 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Action-Adventure 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, retro-inspired platformer that focuses on classic jumping and combat challenges.

Super Mustache is a vintage styled platformer, filled to the brim with 8 bit pixel art juice! Join Captain Super Mustache in a journey to save the planet Uranus. If you enjoyed classic platformer games from the golden era of video games, then you’re going to love this.

Why similar: Platformer 33.2%, Indie 29%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Adventure 11.6%, Action 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, retro-inspired platformer that captures the simple, fun essence of 90s-era side-scrollers.

Help tiny Kitten get back her favorite paper box only with her agile actions. In this tight platformer kitten brave hand-crafted challenges, meet cute creatures and finally fight with her old enemy!

Why similar: Retro 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Side Scroller 12.4%, 1990's 11.9%, Platformer 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, retro-styled precision platformer that focuses on navigating tricky environments.

SwooshCat is a vibrant precision-platformer adventure. Leap, dash, slash, stab, roll, and ricochet your way through a charming pixel world as you help a brave little cat 🐾 explore and battle!

Why similar: Cats 27.6%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Platformer 10.9%, Action-Adventure 9.4%

In this Marioid styled game you can help little cat Bobo. Jump on enemies, run, scratch and spit furballs to fight your way back home. Bobo feels completely powerless and struggles to get in shape at first, but he constantly learns new mechanics and abilities.

Why similar: Cats 30.2%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, 1990's 15.1%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cat-themed metroidvania that offers a more atmospheric and exploration-heavy take on the genre.

Cat Warroir is an action-platformer of retro and cute style about a cat knight on his way to recapture his stolen treasure. Deep into the dangerous fantasy world,defeat the challenging big boss with your slash, dash, jump, walljump and other skills to find the treasure back!

Why similar: Cats 17.4%, Retro 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Platformer 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.2%

Help Puzzled Cat use jetpacks, portals, bombs, gum, and more to conquer treacherous platforming stages. Play your own way using save states to explore a world full of challenges and secrets - but can you find the way through? Travel through time and space and reach enlightenment.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.8%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Platformer 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Cute 9.5%

Jump, burrow, and tail swipe your way to victory in this love letter to classic 3D platformers!

Why similar: Cats 33.4%, Platformer 16.7%, Action-Adventure 15.8%, Old School 12.3%, Cute 9.1%

Cat Bait is a casual game with cute pixel graphics. Control the Cat Bait, dodge enemies, and use the unique abilities of helper cats.

Why similar: Cats 48.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.9%, Cute 12.3%, Indie 6.7%, 2D 6.4%

Avoid rain, get stars,and run across the passage! Retro but new, high-speed action game filled with many hidden elements!

Why similar: Cats 22.5%, Old School 21.4%, Arcade 12%, Retro 10%, 2D Platformer 9.1%

Awesome side scroll action about Cute and Deadly Kitten with a double shotgun!

Why similar: Cats 30.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Arcade 11.5%, Shooter 9.9%, Action 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy shooter that features cat protagonists and fast-paced combat encounters.

When a group of unsanitary chefs threaten all that is good and just in Cakeland, it's up to Cakeboy to serve up punishment. Fight your foes with pastry-themed items in this bite-sized 2D platforming adventure!

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.7%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Platformer 13.5%, Arcade 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

Digital Meow is a vaporwave platformer where a little cat journeys through a digital world to find a new home. Overcome lasers, spikes, and cannons in this nostalgic and challenging adventure!

Why similar: Side Scroller 33.3%, 2D Platformer 22.1%, Platformer 13.8%, Old School 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

The Ninja of the Nth Dimension is back! Explore vibrant retro landscapes, discover hidden secrets and take down menacing bosses in a modern reimagining of the classic action platforming adventure Zool.

Why similar: 1990's 24.5%, Retro 20%, Platformer 14.1%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Arcade 8.9%

Jett Rider is an arcade shooter packed with action, exploration, RPG elements, tons of humor and awesome bosses. Explore, fight, gain experience, purchase weapons in this exciting adventure.

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.1%, Platformer 12.9%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Shooter 11.4%

A 8-bit retro action platformer that goes beyond just pixels and chiptunes

Why similar: Platformer 22.6%, Retro 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.8%, Action 15.6%, Indie 12.7%

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: Side Scroller 18.2%, Platformer 17.2%, Retro 12.5%, Adventure 12%, Action 11.9%

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 20.1%, Platformer 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Arcade 13.9%, Cute 9.7%

Five animal friends with unique abillities unite in this metroidvania adventure! You'll need to master each animal's skill to complete your quest! Play as the dog, duck, cat, frog and raccoon at the same time!

Why similar: Cats 29.3%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Platformer 11.5%, Cute 8%

An adventure game with focus on acrobatics and discovering secrets. Classic platformer gameplay in the spirit of the 8-bit era games.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.7%, Retro 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Platformer 13.8%, Action-Adventure 10.3%

Macbat 64 is a low poly 3D Platformer and 4:3 loveletter to the late 90s.

Why similar: Retro 33.6%, Platformer 27.8%, Action 19.9%, Indie 18.7%

In this pixel-perfect homage to the classic action platformers, you play as Sydney Hunter - an explorer who gets trapped inside a Mayan pyramid while he's out exploring!

Why similar: Platformer 13.7%, Retro 12.2%, Old School 11.1%, Action 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.9%

Meow! This is a cat-themed Survivor-like game where you control an adorable Supercat! Battle monsters to level up, collect items, upgrade weapons, and experiment with strategic builds to fight off invading creatures threatening Meow Star.

Why similar: Cute 40.4%, Action 26.6%, Adventure 22.3%, Singleplayer 10.8%

"Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.

Why similar: 1990's 21.5%, Retro 12.6%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Platformer 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.7%

The fast paced platforming of Freedom Planet returns! Become a full-time cartoon heroine and use abilities and items suited to your play style to explore the world of Avalice and defend its animal citizens!

Why similar: Side Scroller 16.5%, Platformer 12.1%, 1990's 11.7%, Old School 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%

Super Ember Kaboom is a fast-paced, cute-and-colorful action game. It has tight controls and simple to learn, difficult to master gameplay that makes each level a joy to run through.

Why similar: Platformer 29.9%, Arcade 21.3%, Retro 18.6%, Cute 14%, Action 11.9%

Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.

Why similar: Cats 30.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Platformer 10.9%, Retro 10%, Side Scroller 8.7%

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 32.7%, Pixel Graphics 19.9%, Retro 16.6%, Action 11.2%, 2D 7.8%

Explore branching levels, fight quirky bosses, and save the day in this retro platformer inspired by the classics!

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.4%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Retro 14.2%, Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%

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

Why similar: Side Scroller 19%, 2D Platformer 18.7%, Retro 14.2%, Platformer 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%

A rollicking action-platformer, inspired by the greats of the DOS and NES era. Explore 20 huge levels in 4 varied locations, full of cunning secrets and unique dangers, including 4 epic boss battles.

Why similar: Platformer 32.1%, Action 24.7%, Adventure 22.8%, Indie 20.4%

Critically-acclaimed action-RPG that takes the template laid down by classics like Wonder Boy, nails the 16-Bit aesthetics for nostalgia fans, but updates the mechanics to feel fresh and modern. Explore a beautiful open world and plunder dungeons, caves and forests to help take down epic bosses!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 19.5%, Platformer 17.1%, Retro 17%, Adventure 16%, Indie 14.3%

Help a kitten armed with a blaster catch the magic sausage! Overcome obstacles, solve puzzles, and battle enemies in this thrilling platformer with hand-drawn graphics and pleasant music.

Why similar: Cats 23.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Side Scroller 17%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 11.3%

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 25.9%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Retro 13.6%, Action-Adventure 9%, Adventure 7.8%

Radical Rabbit Stew is a hare-raising action-arcade game, featuring fast-paced whack-a-rabbit gameplay, scintillating puzzles, super-sized boss fights, juicy pixel graphics and a sizzling soundtrack, perfect for new players and 16-bit retro fans alike!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 17.9%, Action-Adventure 15.2%, Arcade 14.3%, Retro 12.4%, Cute 9.3%