Games Like Talewind

Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.

Why similar: Indie 50.5%, Adventure 30.8%, Action 18.8%

Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for challenging, precise platforming that balances a whimsical story with intense difficulty.

Craft your path in this innovative 2D platformer. Master the use of your own platform to explore the Forgotten World of Numbra and save the land and its inhabitants from an imminent threat. Do you have what it takes to survive in perilous Numbra?

Why similar: Adventure 36.3%, Action 35.5%, Indie 28.3%

Why You'll Like It: It features momentum-based platforming and a unique aesthetic that aligns well with the gameplay loop of Talewind.

With the powers granted to him by the dragon, Kayra will destroy the Remnants of Naezith, enchanted fragments of the dragon's body, to prevent anyone from exploiting their power for evil. Rush and swing through levels to top the leaderboards in this fast-paced, grappling hook precision platformer.

Why similar: Action 40.2%, Indie 33.6%, Adventure 26.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title provides a fast-paced, physics-based platforming experience that will satisfy players looking for a significant challenge.

The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!

Why similar: Indie 72%, Action 18.6%, Adventure 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers the same high-stakes, trial-and-error platforming challenge found in Talewind.

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: Action 43.6%, Indie 37.8%, Adventure 18.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fantastic action-adventure platformer that captures the retro charm and tight controls of classic titles.

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: Indie 35.3%, Adventure 34%, Action 30.7%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in retro-inspired action-platforming that offers both charm and demanding gameplay.

Set sail for adventure with a paper hat on your head and a magical shrinking boat in your pocket, in search of legendary treasures! Solve tricky puzzles, battle formidable foes, piece together clues and dig up secrets to uncover your own shrouded history as you explore this sprawling open world.

Why similar: Adventure 58.2%, Indie 41.8%

Why You'll Like It: An exploration-heavy platformer that captures the sense of adventure found in Talewind.

Follow a boy's wordless journey as he climbs an ancient tower stretching above the clouds. Fossil Echo is a story-driven, short and challenging 2D platformer with hand drawn visuals. Why, and how did he get there? What will he find at the top?

Why similar: Adventure 37.2%, Action 36.4%, Indie 26.4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, atmospheric platformer that emphasizes movement and timing in a beautiful world.

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: Action 38.4%, Adventure 34.9%, Indie 26.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game features unique evolution mechanics within a classic, retro-style platforming framework.

Wield the awesome powers of Enril the wind spirit to guide and protect young Toku through this unique platform adventure.

Why similar: Adventure 85.5%, Indie 14.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a whimsical, atmospheric platforming experience with unique wind-based mechanics.

VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?

Why similar: Indie 57%, Action 26.5%, Adventure 16.5%

Why You'll Like It: This minimalist platformer is famous for its high difficulty and unique gravity-flipping mechanics.

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

Why similar: Action 59.7%, Indie 40.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-style action platformer that captures the spirit of classic 8-bit adventures.

Dispersio is a retro-style action platformer. As you progress through the game, you will have to use and combine special abilities, such as dashing, wall-jumping and more. There's even a hard mode for hardcore players.

Why similar: Adventure 56.9%, Indie 43.1%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult indie platformer that focuses on tight level design and rewarding progression.

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: Adventure 56.5%, Action 43.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a highly polished, whimsical platforming experience with creative levels and tight controls.

Take control of a nimble janitor to rid the world of dust and debris.

Why similar: Indie 58.1%, Action 41.9%

Why You'll Like It: A precision platformer that rewards mastery of movement, perfect for players who enjoy difficult platforming challenges.

Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.

Why similar: Indie 35.4%, Action 33.7%, Adventure 30.9%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential indie action-adventure platformer that blends charm with challenging combat and exploration.

Shiny the Firefly is a challenging platform adventure game. Journey through a mysterious garden as Shiny, a brave firefly on a quest to find his children, lost in a terrible accident. Master trials,solve puzzles and use your stealth to guide your children to safety.

Why similar: Action 35.8%, Adventure 35.3%, Indie 28.9%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, cute platformer that provides a relaxing yet engaging experience.

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: Action 47%, Indie 32.8%, Adventure 20.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, action-oriented platformer that provides a high-energy experience similar to Talewind's intensity.

Inspired by Super Mario World, Super Ubie Island REMIX is an adorable platformer. Help Ubie defeat Dr. Terrestrial, discover secrets, repair his ship and escape Climate Island. Run, jump and glide your way through more than 25 insanely fun levels!

Why similar: Adventure 36.8%, Action 36%, Indie 27.1%

Why You'll Like It: A whimsical platformer that shares the indie charm and accessible but challenging gameplay of Talewind.

Dungeon Gambit Boy is a constantly aggressive platform game, on which you’re a boy that lives in the caverns and must rescue the missing villagers within the long paths of the Blaite universe, wearing fancy clothing, a bow and his funny and defenseless fists.

Why similar: Action 36.6%, Adventure 35.8%, Indie 27.6%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging indie platformer that tests your platforming precision in a dungeon-crawling setting.

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: Action 100%

Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer that combines a dark, whimsical aesthetic with challenging boss fights.

Eternal Hope is a puzzle platformer game that follows the story of Ti’bi – a boy who must embark on a journey of love and hope to find his beloved’s soul.

Why similar: Adventure 38.7%, Indie 36.5%, Action 24.9%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric puzzle-platformer that tells a poignant story through its unique gameplay mechanics.

Woodle Tree Adventures is an old school platform game with a catchy and unique art style! Explore a total of 6 worlds and save the lands with the magical water drops you'll find through your journey, bringing back peace and balance and finally becoming the new hero!

Why similar: Indie 43.6%, Adventure 33.8%, Action 22.5%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, whimsical 3D platformer that focuses on exploration and light challenges.

Classic platformer in the style of Pixel-art. The main character goes to the world of 8-bit games to save his girlfriend. Help him to find new abilities and find out who is behind the abduction of the girl.

Why similar: Action 35.7%, Adventure 34.9%, Indie 29.4%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action-adventure platformer that pays homage to classic gaming eras.

Swiftly is a very challenging platformer game. It has simple graphics and easy to understand rules, but you are going to have a hard time completing the levels.

Why similar: Action 63.7%, Indie 36.3%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, action-packed indie platformer that focuses on speed and precision.

Spelunky is a unique platformer with randomized levels that offer a challenging new experience each time you play. Journey deep underground and explore fantastic places filled with all manner of monsters, traps, and treasure.

Why similar: Indie 60.5%, Action 23.4%, Adventure 16.1%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, roguelike platformer that emphasizes exploration and mastery of mechanics.

Electronic Super Joy is a brutally hard platformer set in a world of pulse-pounding electronic music. Run, jump, smash & fly your way through 45+ weird & different levels, with low-gravity, world rotation, giant monsters & swarming missiles.

Why similar: Indie 59.9%, Action 40.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy, difficult platformer that pairs intense gameplay with a vibrant, rhythmic aesthetic.

This is the original version of Braid from 2009, which may not work well on newer systems. For an updated version of the game with nicer graphics, more levels and a large amount of developer commentary, see Braid, Anniversary Edition.

Why similar: Indie 89.9%, Adventure 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A whimsical, puzzle-oriented platformer that challenges the player's mind as much as their reflexes.

Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!

Why similar: Action 53.3%, Indie 46.7%

Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster!

Why similar: Adventure 36.8%, Action 36%, Indie 27.1%

The legendary Knytt series continues with Nifflas’ latest creation; Knytt Underground. In this Knytteration; humans have long since abandoned the planet after practically destroying it in a war, five hundred years ago.

Why similar: Adventure 51.9%, Indie 48.1%

Why You'll Like It: An exploration-focused platformer that prioritizes atmosphere and movement over combat.

Tales of Isenberg is a medieval fantasy-style, Hungarian-voiced 2D platformer that blends action and skill. The hero, Alrik, journeys to the frozen castle of Isenberg to face the forces of darkness. Dangerous foes and unexpected twists await you!

Why similar: Action 49.4%, Adventure 45.9%, Indie 4.7%

An explosive mix of action and mystery, seasoned with black humor and a sinister atmosphere. Journey into Hell alongside a brave boy named Blizzy and defeat Evil itself. Save the world and become a hero. But at what cost?

Why similar: Adventure 82.6%, Indie 17.4%

Kautic is an action platform game where villagers from a little Town have been petrified and now Kautic, the Bald Wizard, has the hard mission of saving them, but he will need to venture into a world controlled by evil creatures.

Why similar: Action 36.4%, Adventure 35.4%, Indie 28.1%

TetherGeist is a challenging precision platformer that rewards practice and perseverance. Guide Mae and her axolotl spirit, Bao, on a wholesome coming-of-age pilgrimage while mastering Astral Projection, a tether that links Mae to her spirit and is the source of her strength.

Why similar: Action 37.2%, Adventure 36.6%, Indie 26.1%

In this hard to master platformer you will slay zombies, avoid deadly traps and unleash your true potential through a variety of skills and abilities.

Why similar: Adventure 35.7%, Action 34.9%, Indie 29.3%

TAYAL IS A RETRO & MEGA STYLE FAN GAME. WE WILL FOLLOW A BOY TO FIND OUT THE TRUTH OF HIS FATHER.

Why similar: Action 55.6%, Indie 44.4%

Pulut Adventure is a 2D platform game with over 30 different stylistic levels and exciting mechanics. Defeat the enemy and collect different of weapon to advance your abilities. You can use the summon skills and flying mode to explore the world.

Why similar: Adventure 36.8%, Action 36%, Indie 27.1%

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: Adventure 55.7%, Action 44.3%

Adventure in the Tower of Flight is a retro-styled platformer in which you fly instead of jump! You are Wing, a young adventurer. Wing must climb a seeming endless the tower and collect all five known relics held within to become the ruler of the known world.

Why similar: Adventure 37.7%, Action 36.8%, Indie 25.5%

Fadia, a young and courageous boy sets about protecting ‘Naria’, his home village, from the Khazdaks who are trying to pollute their river.

Why similar: Adventure 36.8%, Action 36%, Indie 27.1%

“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 for PC.

Why similar: Adventure 56.2%, Action 25.3%, Indie 18.4%

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: Adventure 47.3%, Indie 29.1%, Action 23.6%

Join the adventures of Little Jack. You will need to solve many interconnected puzzles that involve finding keys, pushing crates in order to reach the exit door. The game will have 4 difficulty levels so that each person regardless of its skill level can enjoy this game.

Why similar: Adventure 35.5%, Action 34.7%, Indie 29.7%

The world is shattering and you are the only hope to restore the balance. A thrilling and challenging 3D puzzle platformer game, Almightree: The Last Dreamer has you racing through a crumbling world to find your way to awaken the life giving Almightree.

Why similar: Action 56%, Indie 44%

Call Grandpops and tell him that dinner's ready? What sounds like a straightforward task from Mum becomes an adventure when Owyn leaves the safety of his house and enters a garden world where threats abound, and not even the slowest of creatures can be trusted...

Why similar: Adventure 36.6%, Action 34.8%, Indie 28.5%

DYE is a challenging precision platformer where you help Hue rescue Pigments and defeat the nefarious Necrolights in order to restore color to the world! Jump, wall jump and float your way through 4 unique worlds with hundreds of challenges ranging from beginner to advanced level.

Why similar: Action 35.5%, Adventure 35.1%, Indie 29.3%

Join Pixel as he quests through gaming history, teleporting across the most iconic video game systems of generations past. He’ll have to jump, dodge and play smart if he wants to survive all the traps, puzzles and enemies waiting to take him down at every turn.

Why similar: Indie 57.8%, Adventure 42.2%

Join Stewart the Fox on an epic adventure through four challenging levels filled with obstacles, enemies, and two boss battles. As you collect hidden items to help Stewart emerge victorious in this action-packed platformer game.

Why similar: Adventure 50.3%, Action 49.7%

Candle is an adventure with challenging puzzles. Play as Teku, a young novice on a dangerous journey to rescue his tribe's shaman from the evil tribe of the Wakcha. But the way is littered with sinister traps and difficult obstacles.

Why similar: Adventure 55.5%, Indie 44.5%

Upside Down will immerse you in an incredible adventure. Sharpen your reflexes for this fast-paced, precise puzzle-platformer.

Why similar: Indie 64.8%, Action 18.4%, Adventure 16.8%

🦆 Marbles and 🐢 Checkers need your help finding their way home after being swept away in a storm. In this 90s buddy-platformer there's a ton of stuff to do and even more to collect!

Why similar: Adventure 40.4%, Action 33.3%, Indie 26.3%

Hats up and whips out; the wilderness' mysteries await! Explore lush biomes, use your trusty whip to extract wild flowers' mystic powers, and collect rare gems in this dynamic precision-platformer. Unearth archaeological marvels and become a legend!

Why similar: Adventure 66.6%, Action 33.4%

The StoryTale - is a fairy tale platformer where everything goes bing-bang-boom, but everybody remains alive and healthy. It's a game where you constantly forget the spells and the weapons are cursed. But even in the midst of the swirling action you can stop and think over the next step.

Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%

Element4l is an immersive and experimental indie platform game, with a strong focus on flow and smooth gameplay, wrapped in an exceptional soundtrack by Mind Tree.

Why similar: Indie 57.9%, Action 42.1%

Aero's Quest is a fast paced side scroller puzzle-platformer where the player have to lead Aero in his quest to save Ariella from the evil Andraus by solving puzzles throughout more than 100 colorful and challenging levels.

Why similar: Action 57%, Indie 43%

A colorful rapid 3D-Platformer in which a stranded pilot jumps, climbs, and dropkicks their way through a magical island. Climb high towers, run across walls, and make dangerous jumps you deemed impossible!

Why similar: Adventure 45.6%, Action 31.6%, Indie 22.8%

You have been snatched from your world to take part in a challenging Pilgrimage that very few have completed.. Surf, jump, climb and keep your flow while finding secrets and beating time trials! Go on Pilgrim, I have faith in you.

Why similar: Action 39.9%, Adventure 33.5%, Indie 26.6%

Treasure Adventure Game casts you in the role of a young boy who lands on an island that is a fragment of what was once a continent, destroyed in the war between a demon and a wizard.

Why similar: Action 46.6%, Adventure 37%, Indie 16.4%

The rhythm of nature is in danger! You are Áilu, a young Sámi whose ordinary reindeer herding day turns into an adventure. Learn the old ways of the Noaidis, Sámi Healers. Harness the powers of the Noaidi Drum and the Familiar Spirits to fight against a disorder spreading across the land!

Why similar: Adventure 48.2%, Indie 31.8%, Action 20%