- #1 The Adventure Pals
97% matchVery Positive92% of 1,962 reviews2018
Dev: Massive MonsterPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The Adventure Pals is an epic adventure platformer fueled by imagination, friendship, and the dark side of hot dogs. Your dad has been dadnapped and you, your pet rock, and a tongue-helicoptering giraffe must fight your way through levels filled with platforming, bizarre enemies, and big bosses to save the world!
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 21.4%, RPG 19.5%, Funny 13%, Action 12.9%, Indie 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A colorful, side-scrolling action game that shares the same whimsical humor and lighthearted, quirky character design.
- #2 Wuppo: Definitive Edition
96% matchVery Positive94% of 5,928 reviews2016
Dev: snekflat
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Metroidvania 26.6%, Great Soundtrack 18.8%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Co-op 9%, Funny 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A charming and weird 2D adventure that emphasizes exploration and quirky interactions, much like the oddball world of Daryl.
- #3 UnEpic
96% matchVery Positive91% of 8,146 reviews2014
Dev: @unepic_franPub: Unepic Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Daniel was just an average guy. He was a great videogame player, a big fan of sci-fi movies, and a novice RPG player. In the midst of an RPG, he was teleported to a castle. At first, Daniel believed that he was having a massive hallucination.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.2%, RPG 22%, Comedy 11.4%, Indie 6.6%, Action 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines a humorous, self-aware narrative with deep RPG mechanics and Metroidvania exploration, mirroring the tone and structure of Super Daryl Deluxe.
- #4 Hell Yeah! Wrath of the Dead Rabbit
95% matchVery Positive85% of 3,703 reviews2012
Dev: ArkedoPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
A crazy action-adventure platformer... In Hell.
Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Comedy 15.6%, Action 14.1%, Funny 11.1%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: A bizarre and funny 2D platformer that matches the chaotic energy and unconventional combat style of the seed game.
- #5 Clunky Hero
94% matchMixed70% of 163 reviews2023
Dev: Chaosmonger Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%
A crazy platformer with a touch of RPG and tons of quirky but challenging things! Lovely hand-drawn-looking graphics, for a world crowded with funny creatures and bizarre weapons. Join Rufus, the antihero with broom and bucket, on his absurd journey.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.5%, Side Scroller 20%, Comedy 14.7%, Funny 12.4%, Exploration 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A comedic Metroidvania that focuses on parody and lighthearted action, directly appealing to fans of Daryl's humorous tone.
- #6 Guacamelee! 2
94% matchVery Positive91% of 3,315 reviews2018
Dev: Drinkbox Studios
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Head back to the Mexiverse in this long-awaited sequel to the smash hit Guacamelee! Uppercut your way to victory across stunning new hand-crafted levels. Featuring a dense and colorful world, new luchador moves, sassy new bosses, twice the enemies, and 300% more chickens!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.5%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Co-op 12%, Funny 9%, Action 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features fast-paced 2D combat and Metroidvania exploration wrapped in a vibrant, humorous, and stylized world.
- #7 Castle Crashers®
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 137,282 reviews2012
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 17.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!
Why similar: Co-op 25%, Funny 21.2%, Comedy 12.6%, RPG 11.6%, 2D 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A classic hand-drawn action game that leans heavily into absurd humor and chaotic, satisfying combat.
- #8 Figment
92% matchVery Positive87% of 5,635 reviews2017
Dev: Bedtime Digital Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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: Great Soundtrack 21.6%, Hand-drawn 17.2%, Surreal 11.4%, Funny 9.1%, Action 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A musical, hand-drawn action-adventure that explores the human mind with a quirky and imaginative tone.
- #9 The Messenger
91% matchVery Positive93% of 12,928 reviews2018
Dev: SabotagePub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Metroidvania 37.8%, Great Soundtrack 24.8%, Side Scroller 6.5%, Funny 6.4%, Action 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers tight Metroidvania gameplay with a sharp, comedic script and a standout soundtrack that evolves alongside the player.
- #10 Chicory: A Colorful Tale
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,928 reviews2021
Dev: Wishes Ultd.Pub: Finji
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A top-down adventure game in a coloring book world full of vibrant characters. Use painting powers to explore, solve puzzles, make friends, and draw on anything! From creators on Wandersong + Celeste.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 23.4%, RPG 22.7%, Indie 13.1%, Metroidvania 9.4%, Adventure 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A creative, top-down RPG that uses a unique painting mechanic and a heartfelt, quirky story to stand out.
- #11 Everhood
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 13,956 reviews2021
Dev: Chris NordgrenPub: Foreign Gnomes
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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: Great Soundtrack 37.7%, Surreal 13.6%, RPG 13%, Story Rich 9.1%, 2D 6%
Why You'll Like It: A surreal, rhythm-based RPG that shares a similarly offbeat, psychedelic, and music-focused identity.
- #12 DELTARUNE
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 100,260 reviews2025
Dev: tobyfox
Windows · Mac
Median: 16.8 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-4 will be available on launch, with more planned as free updates!
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 34.8%, RPG 15.1%, Funny 14.1%, Comedy 12.1%, Story Rich 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A meta-humorous RPG with a stellar soundtrack and a quirky cast that resonates with the charm of Daryl's school adventure.
- #13 West of Loathing
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 10,170 reviews2017
Dev: Asymmetric
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
West of Loathing — a slapstick comedy stick-figure wild west adventure role-playing game.
Why similar: RPG 21.5%, Comedy 20.8%, Great Soundtrack 19%, Funny 15%, Story Rich 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: While turn-based, its stick-figure art style and incredibly dry, absurd humor make it a perfect companion for fans of quirky RPGs.
- #14 Stick it to The Man!
89% matchVery Positive95% of 869 reviews2013
Dev: Zoink GamesPub: Ripstone
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Hard hat tester, Ray, has a bizarre accident and wakes up with a giant pink spaghetti arm sticking out of his brain! With his awesome new powers he can read minds and change the world with stickers but he’s on the run for a crime he didn’t commit. Can you help Ray out of this sticky situation?
Why similar: Comedy 35.9%, Indie 15.1%, Action 14.9%, Funny 13.9%, Adventure 13.6%
Why You'll Like It: A surreal 2D adventure filled with bizarre characters and laugh-out-loud writing that captures the 'weird high school' energy.
- #15 Shantae: Half-Genie Hero
88% matchVery Positive90% of 2,423 reviews2016
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!
Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Great Soundtrack 14.5%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, Comedy 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: Provides polished 2D platforming and Metroidvania exploration with a vibrant, cartoonish aesthetic.
- #16 Indivisible
87% matchMostly Positive71% of 3,702 reviews2019
Dev: Lab Zero GamesPub: 505 Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Indivisible is a hand drawn action RPG platformer from Lab Zero, creators of the critically acclaimed Skullgirls! Set in a huge fantasy world, Indivisible tells the story of Ajna, a fearless girl with a rebellious streak who sets out on a quest to save everything she knows from being destroyed.
Why similar: Metroidvania 23.9%, RPG 21.7%, Hand-drawn 13.4%, Action 11.1%, Indie 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A hand-drawn RPG with real-time action combat that feels as fluid and visually distinct as Super Daryl Deluxe.
- #17 Alien Hominid HD
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 593 reviews2023
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 49%
The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.7%, Hand-drawn 26.3%, Action 11.1%, Co-op 11%, Funny 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features iconic hand-drawn art and frantic, humorous side-scrolling action that fans of Daryl will appreciate.
- #18 Blast Brigade vs. the Evil Legion of Dr. Cread
85% matchVery Positive89% of 339 reviews2022
Dev: MY.GAMESPub: Knights Peak
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!
Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Side Scroller 14%, Comedy 12%, Funny 7.8%, Exploration 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A cartoon-styled Metroidvania that blends exploration with humor and varied character abilities.
- #19 Adventures of Chris
86% matchVery Positive86% of 200 reviews2020
Dev: Guin Entertainment, LLCPub: Graffiti Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%
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: Metroidvania 20.5%, Great Soundtrack 17.1%, Hand-drawn 11.4%, Action 11.4%, Comedy 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A whimsical, funny action-adventure game that features a unique protagonist and creative, varied gameplay.
- #20 Lone Fungus: Melody of Spores
81% matchVery Positive96% of 258 reviews2025
Dev: BASTI GAMES
Windows
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: Metroidvania 52.4%, RPG 12.6%, Exploration 10.9%, Adventure 7.4%, Action 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A deep Metroidvania with a focus on exploration and unique movement mechanics that reward creative play.
- #21 BattleBlock Theater®
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 72,594 reviews2014
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 20.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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: Comedy 21.7%, Co-op 21.6%, Funny 18%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Action 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A hilarious 2D platformer known for its witty narration and chaotic, fun-filled gameplay.
- #22 Super Mombo Quest
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 869 reviews2021
Dev: Orube Game Studio
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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: Metroidvania 50.2%, Action 11.8%, Funny 9.7%, Indie 8.8%, Adventure 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, precision-platforming Metroidvania that captures the addictive, action-heavy loop of Daryl's combat.
- #23 DON'T GIVE UP: A Cynical Tale
82% matchVery Positive85% of 89 reviews2019
Dev: Tristan Barona
Windows · Mac · Linux
A comedic RPG about the cynical and hilarious realities of social interaction, personal growth, and confronting your inner demons.
Why similar: RPG 26.9%, Great Soundtrack 20.6%, Comedy 12.6%, Indie 11.4%, Funny 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: An indie RPG that leans into dark humor and relatable, cynical themes, echoing the tone of Daryl's school-life struggles.
- #24 Rayman® Legends
82% matchVery Positive90% of 11,907 reviews2013
Dev: Ubisoft MontpellierPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 24.0 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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: Great Soundtrack 32.2%, Co-op 14.9%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Action 9.7%, Comedy 8%
Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of 2D hand-drawn animation with fast-paced action and a playful, rhythmic sense of humor.
- #25 Iconoclasts
81% matchVery Positive86% of 4,950 reviews2018
Dev: Joakim SandbergPub: Bifrost Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Great Soundtrack 13.8%, Action 8.8%, Side Scroller 7.9%, Indie 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A beautifully detailed 2D action game that balances serious themes with a colorful, expressive world.
- #26 Broforce
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,525 reviews2015
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.
Why similar: Co-op 24.3%, Side Scroller 19.7%, Action 15.5%, Comedy 10.8%, Funny 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane, humorous 2D action game that celebrates over-the-top destruction and parody.
- #27 Tails of Iron
78% matchVery Positive88% of 14,555 reviews2021
Dev: Odd Bug StudioPub: United Label
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Tails of Iron is an epic RPG Adventure with punishingly brutal combat. As Redgi, heir to the throne, you must embark on a perilous quest to reclaim your Kingdom. Explore a deceivingly charming world. Assemble a band of brave companions. Banish the merciless Frog clan!
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.3%, RPG 16.4%, Story Rich 11.7%, 2D 10.8%, Action 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: A beautifully hand-drawn action RPG that features challenging combat and a distinct, gritty-yet-charming world.
- #28 SuperEpic: The Entertainment War
80% matchMixed70% of 112 reviews2019
Dev: Undercoders
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 53%
SuperEpic is a satirical and humorous Metroidvania style action-adventure game, starring a raccoon and a llama in their quest to save an Orwellian society from the rule of an evil corporation. RegnantCorp is an enterprise which is controlling minds through abusive micro transactions.
Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Great Soundtrack 20.2%, Action 13%, Indie 10.4%, Adventure 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A satirical Metroidvania that pokes fun at the gaming industry, matching the meta-humor found in Super Daryl Deluxe.
- #29 Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
78% matchVery Positive93% of 11,708 reviews2016
Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.
Why similar: Metroidvania 42.4%, Side Scroller 24.4%, Exploration 9.1%, Action 8%, 2D 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A tight, atmospheric 2D Metroidvania that shares the genre focus and polished combat feel.
- #30 Sundered®: Eldritch Edition
79% matchVery Positive82% of 5,138 reviews2017
Dev: Thunder Lotus
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Sundered is a chaotic hand-drawn metroidvania where you resist or embrace ancient eldritch powers, a challenging and unique take on a classic genre from the creators of Jotun, now with local co-op!
Why similar: Metroidvania 37.7%, Hand-drawn 16.4%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%, Indie 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A hand-drawn Metroidvania that emphasizes large-scale action and a unique, dark aesthetic.
- #31 RUBATO
72% matchVery Positive97% of 423 reviews2026
Dev: dconn
Windows
RUBATO, an experimental, 2D physics-based take on the collect-a-thon genre!
Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, Surreal 16.6%, Funny 15%, Exploration 7.8%, Indie 7%
- #32 Wandersong
77% matchVery Positive95% of 3,869 reviews2018
Dev: Wishes Ultd.Pub: Greg Lobanov
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Great Soundtrack 27.8%, Comedy 19.1%, Funny 10%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Story Rich 8.5%
- #33 Garbanzo Quest
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 626 reviews2024
Dev: zagawee
Windows · Mac · Linux
GARBANZO QUEST! The crazy bullet-heck platformer where your main weapon is your own spit! Bring a friend! Hand-crafted challenges, secrets, and branching paths galore!
Why similar: Funny 28.9%, Indie 24.6%, Action 21%, Colorful 14.6%, 2D 10.9%
- #34 Romancelvania
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 315 reviews2023
Dev: The Deep End GamesPub: 2124 Publishing
Windows
Bite into Romancelvania, a darkly comic genre mashup, combining side-scrolling action and tongue-in-cheek romance into one completely absurd and unforgettable adventure.
Why similar: Metroidvania 27.6%, Side Scroller 17.7%, RPG 11.2%, Comedy 11%, Funny 10.4%
- #35 Hypergalactic Psychic Table Tennis 3000
76% matchVery Positive91% of 124 reviews2020
Dev: Blue Wizard Digital
Windows · Mac
Paddle your balls! The hypergalaxy's premiere video table tennis role playing experience. Explore the hypergalaxies in the year 3000 or so to become the ultimate paddle champion. Learn new skills, cast devastating spells and put someone's underwear on your head whist riding a swamp beast!
Why similar: RPG 25.6%, Great Soundtrack 21.4%, Action 12.5%, Indie 11.1%, Funny 10.3%
- #36 The Perfect Pencil
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 79 reviews2026
Dev: Studio Cima
Windows
The Perfect Pencil is a surreal action platformer where exploration and choice shape everything. Discover hidden paths, meet bizarre characters, and unravel a psychological story filled with bizzare humor.
Why similar: Metroidvania 41%, Hand-drawn 23.1%, Exploration 8.9%, Story Rich 8.6%, Atmospheric 6.5%
- #37 Knightin'+
75% matchVery Positive86% of 289 reviews2019
Dev: Muzt Die Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Join brave sir Lootalot on his epic quest in this little Zelda-lite adventure. Explore and fight your way through the dangerous dungeons filled with traps, puzzles and magical artifacts. And, of course, show the evil bosses who is the real boss here.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 24.7%, Action 14.6%, Funny 12.4%, Indie 11.9%, Exploration 9.9%
- #38 Ink Inside
71% matchVery Positive97% of 70 reviews2024
Dev: Blackfield Entertainment LLCPub: Entalto Publishing
Windows
INK INSIDE is a cozy & chaotic story-driven action RPG from ex-Cartoon Network (+ horror) devs! A unique indie cartoon aesthetic adventure with heart, beat-em-up & ball combat, laughably weird items, crazy deep lore, live action cutscenes, human orchestrated soundtrack, handmade assets, and full VO.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 16.7%, Comedy 12.2%, RPG 11.5%, Surreal 11.1%, Funny 9.9%
- #39 Superfighters Deluxe
74% matchVery Positive89% of 3,496 reviews2018
Dev: MythoLogic Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Superfighters Deluxe is a unique action game that combines brawling, shooting and platforming in dynamic sandboxy 2D levels. Lots of weapons and fun gameplay systems interlock to create absurd action-movie chaos.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.8%, Action 19.5%, Funny 16.9%, Co-op 12.8%, 2D 12.1%
- #40 Dad Quest
75% matchVery Positive82% of 176 reviews2018
Dev: Sundae MonthPub: Excalibur Publishing
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Embark on a great Dadventure in this unique comedy, story-based 2D platformer. Raise your child to become the weapon they were always meant to be.
Why similar: Metroidvania 46.9%, RPG 16.5%, Funny 13.7%, Action 8.1%, Story Rich 7.9%
- #41 Psycutlery
68% matchVery Positive100% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: Skye JunePub: FreakZone Games
Windows
Grab, throw, eat, and UTTERLY WRECK everything using a mind-controlled spork in this quirky, story-driven, console-styled platforming dramedy. With an emphasis on variety and a grand sense of adventure, Psycutlery offers a surprising full-course meal, despite all unassuming appearances...
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.5%, Surreal 16.6%, Funny 15.5%, Action 8.9%, Story Rich 8.5%
- #42 Deathbulge: Battle of the Bands
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 650 reviews2023
Dev: Deathbulge
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
The party-based RPG where you kick down doors and fight with music as a 3-piece band of idiots.
Why similar: Hand-drawn 22.7%, RPG 18%, Comedy 16.3%, Funny 15.2%, Story Rich 9.3%
- #43 Everhood 2
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,325 reviews2025
Dev: Chris NordgrenPub: Foreign Gnomes
Windows
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
AN UNCONVENTIONAL ARPG where you battle enemies through musical encounters while being accompanied by a raven who promises to retrieve your voice if you slay the mighty Mind Dragon!🎵
Why similar: RPG 20%, Comedy 17.7%, Funny 15.3%, Story Rich 11.1%, Action 10%
- #44 Skelattack
74% matchMixed61% of 142 reviews2020
Dev: Ukuza, Inc.Pub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Play Skelattack and save the Underworld in this fun action platformer! Together with your best bat friend Imber, you jump, slash, and flap your way though the Underworld and stop the human threat!
Why similar: Action 19.7%, Metroidvania 18%, Indie 14.6%, Great Soundtrack 12.6%, Adventure 9.9%
- #45 Splasher
73% matchVery Positive93% of 1,182 reviews2017
Dev: SplashteamPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 44%
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: Action 47.4%, Indie 37.3%, 2D 12.7%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #46 Moo Lander
71% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2022
Dev: The Sixth Hammer
Windows
Moo Lander is a 2D action-adventure RPG with metroidvania elements featuring an epic plot, mighty cow bosses, beautiful environments, clever puzzles, and lots of milk!
Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Co-op 11%, Action 10.7%, Exploration 10%, Funny 6.8%
- #47 OUTBUDDIES DX
73% matchMostly Positive70% of 285 reviews2019
Dev: Julian LauferPub: Headup
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!
Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Great Soundtrack 16%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Action 7.9%, Indie 7%
- #48 The Metronomicon: Slay The Dance Floor
72% matchVery Positive82% of 404 reviews2016
Dev: PuubaPub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A Rhythm Role-Playing Game! Fight party crashing monsters with the power of music! Level your party and upgrade your gear while dancing to the beat of some groovin' tunes. Grab a friend and combine forces in all game modes in The Metronomicon: Slay the Dance Floor!
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.8%, RPG 15.2%, Comedy 13.8%, Co-op 11.8%, Funny 11.1%
- #49 Sydney Hunter and the Curse of the Mayan
70% matchVery Positive87% of 90 reviews2019
Dev: CollectorVision Games
Windows · Mac
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: Metroidvania 18.9%, Action 17.5%, Great Soundtrack 14.4%, Indie 12.3%, Adventure 8.3%
- #50 Super Adventure Hand
67% matchVery Positive98% of 94 reviews2023
Dev: Devm Games
Windows
Hands down the most adventurous and handsome hand in the world! You play as a hand on a gripping handventure where you single-handedly face dangerous obstacles and de-feet a handful of evil feet.
Why similar: Comedy 36.5%, Funny 27.6%, Action 21.7%, Exploration 14.2%
- #51 Paradigm
69% matchVery Positive94% of 1,638 reviews2017
Dev: Jacob Janerka
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Paradigm is a surreal adventure game set in the strange and post apocalyptic Eastern European country of Krusz. Play as the handsome mutant, Paradigm, whose past comes back to haunt him in the form of a genetically engineered sloth that vomits candy.
Why similar: Comedy 21.3%, Surreal 19%, Great Soundtrack 16.8%, Funny 15.2%, Indie 11.2%
- #52 Don't open the doors!
70% matchVery Positive85% of 332 reviews2016
Dev: Anton Riot and CoPub: Anton Riot
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Claymation action adventure in an odd world of talking pumpkins, blue trees and stuff like that.
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 18.1%, RPG 15.4%, Hand-drawn 11.5%, Action 9.7%, Funny 8.2%
- #53 Calcium Chaos: Derailed
64% matchVery Positive97% of 68 reviews2024
Dev: Lunch Money GamesPub: Spelkollektivet
Windows · Mac
Calcium Chaos is a casual Twin-Stick Roguelite that takes you on a journey by train to confront the necromancer and her skeleton army. Get ready to explore a world filled with crazy weapon combinations and unexpected allies as you embark on an epic quest to save the world!
Why similar: Comedy 25.3%, Hand-drawn 17.4%, Co-op 15.3%, Action 11.6%, Funny 9.6%
- #54 Super Puzzle Platformer Deluxe
70% matchVery Positive90% of 505 reviews2013
Dev: Andrew Morrish
Windows · Mac
Median: 54 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
The title says it all. Take one part falling block puzzle game, combine one part old-school platformer, add a couple thousand pixels, blend and serve. Why match colored blocks when you can just shoot the hell out of them? Your goal is to survive as long as you can. From celebrated indie developer Andrew Morrish and Adult Swim Games.
Why similar: Action 36.1%, Great Soundtrack 33.7%, Indie 30.1%
- #55 Wally and the FANTASTIC PREDATORS
68% matchVery Positive93% of 227 reviews2019
Dev: Oscar Gonzalez
Windows · Mac · Linux
Your best friend wants to cheer you up, so he tries his best to make a dungeon for you to explore. Explore his wholesome, weird-as-heck, scrappy rogue-lite oozing with charm and humor for 1-2 Players.
Why similar: Comedy 41.8%, RPG 33.2%, 2D 13.8%, Adventure 11.2%
- #56 What The Duck
67% matchMixed54% of 56 reviews2023
Dev: Seize StudiosPub: Untold Tales
Windows
An action-adventure RPG with exploration, crafting, combat, and rhythm games. While everyone around you can summon and control their own mighty spirit animal, yours somehow ended up being… a duck?
Why similar: RPG 21.6%, Funny 20.8%, Exploration 13.8%, Colorful 10.8%, Action 10.2%
- #57 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,657 reviews2014
Dev: Yacht Club Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 15.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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: Great Soundtrack 41.2%, Side Scroller 14%, Indie 8.4%, 2D 8.3%, Action 7.3%
- #58 Super Fancy Pants Adventure
66% matchVery Positive93% of 2,205 reviews2017
Dev: Borne GamesPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Super Fancy Pants Adventure is a wild free-running adventure with buttery smooth platforming and a slick fountain pen!
Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.7%, Action 15.3%, Hand-drawn 13.2%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Indie 11.3%
- #59 Super Roboy
61% matchVery Positive93% of 135 reviews2025
Dev: Vincent PenningPub: VP Games
Windows
Delve into the world of Super Roboy, a hand-drawn Metroidvania in a post-apocalyptic setting! Learn enemy skills, explore an interconnected world, battle mutants and robots, and uncover the emotional story of a young robot searching for his father.
Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Hand-drawn 20.8%, RPG 11.6%, Exploration 8.6%, Action 7.8%