- #1 Greedy Maze
97% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Santa Claus Games
Windows · Linux
Casual next level maze game with 150 levels, in 5 different maze categories, with 3 full customizable modes and 12 color themes for anyone who like solving mazes. Main idea was to add some new features like moving walls and 3D weave type of maze.
Why similar: Abstract 18.9%, Minimalist 11.6%, 1980s 11.5%, Relaxing 9.6%, Family Friendly 9%
- #2 goto
96% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2018
Dev: Alien Jellyfish
Windows
goto is a minimalistic maze game which leads you to finish each level by moving in 4 directions, avoiding obstacles and clearing the path.
Why similar: Minimalist 16.1%, 1980s 13.3%, Relaxing 11.1%, 1990's 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #3 Neon Snake
96% matchMostly Positive74% of 31 reviews2021
Dev: Sirius Games
Windows
Neon Snake is a well-known classic game in a new unusual style.
Why similar: 1980s 19.6%, Old School 14.4%, 1990's 14.2%, Abstract 12.6%, Retro 11.1%
- #4 Sabotris
95% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2022
Dev: Phlarfl
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sabotris is a strategic, competitive, 3D block stacking game, but with a twist: you can sabotage your opponents, but be careful; you can also end up sabotaging yourself! Choose to play either by yourself to beat your own high score, against your friends or other players, or even against computer AI!
Why similar: Abstract 22.9%, 1980s 17.1%, Minimalist 12.5%, 1990's 11.8%, Puzzle 9.1%
- #5 Neon Bricks
94% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: William Alves
Windows
Neon Bricks is a arcade style game where you can't drop the ball. To reach your goal you need to destroy all the bricks.
Why similar: 1980s 23.1%, Minimalist 15%, Abstract 15%, Relaxing 12.6%, 1990's 11.4%
- #6 BAFF F
94% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
A minimalist, hardcore, and challenging drag-and-drop game in the avoid-em-up genre that will test your reflexes, timing, and planning! This game is as hard as hell!
Why similar: Abstract 24.9%, Old School 12.2%, Minimalist 12%, Retro 11.3%, Relaxing 9.9%
- #7 Retro Memories: Brick Braker
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Norub Studio
Windows
Retro Memories: Brick Breaker is a block-breaking game inspired by classic arcade games of the past, making you remember how fun it is to break blocks
Why similar: 1980s 22.8%, Retro 17.5%, 1990's 14.2%, Minimalist 12.3%, Old School 11.9%
- #8 Virus Kombat
92% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Artur Rezende
Windows
A deadly virus is decimating the world's population and you are the only one who can stop this threat. Run around the scene collecting the necessary ingredients to produce the vaccine, after that, eliminate the virus and save the population, can you do it?
Why similar: 1980s 21.8%, Old School 18.2%, 1990's 15.7%, Retro 13.8%, Minimalist 12.6%
- #9 PlanckMan
91% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: bl3i
Windows
PlanckMan is a grid based puzzle game that tests your skill at maintaining your tail, one step at a time. Eat red pellets to regain your tail, and yellow pellets to grow. Do not hit or lose your tail, or else you will lose the game! How high can you get? Includes extra benefits for purchasing.
Why similar: 1980s 17.4%, Abstract 17.1%, Minimalist 11.6%, 1990's 10.6%, Family Friendly 9.5%
- #10 I NEED A NAME
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: Gestmorph Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A parody homage to classic RPG Maker horror games where your name will make an impact on the events you encounter as you travel through the abstract environment you have escaped to.
Why similar: Abstract 22%, Minimalist 13.5%, Old School 12.3%, Walking Simulator 10.6%, Puzzle 7.3%
- #11 Lines On Sides
90% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Michal Barszczewski
Windows · Mac · Linux
A minimalist puzzle game in which you arrange tiles so that their sides match the symbols / colors of adjacent tiles.
Why similar: Abstract 30.8%, Minimalist 22.6%, Relaxing 14.6%, Puzzle 12.3%, Top-Down 9.8%
- #12 20 Small Mazes
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 8,665 reviews2024
Dev: FLEB
Windows · Mac
This is a puzzle game with twenty small mazes. They're good mazes, though.
Why similar: Abstract 25.8%, Minimalist 16%, Puzzle 15.2%, Relaxing 14%, Family Friendly 12.6%
- #13 Mello Haunted House
89% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
Mello Haunted House is a 2D Survival horror game based on the story of an old haunted house located in Indiana which is said to be haunted by an angry old man's spirit.
Why similar: Walking Simulator 15.2%, Old School 14.6%, Retro 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Top-Down 9.2%
- #14 Mosaic Garden: The Flower Game
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Katakult Studios
Windows
A relaxing yet strategic puzzle game where flowers spread and mutate in real time. Shape their growth, clear space, and transform one pattern into the next on a colorful 10×9 grid.
Why similar: Minimalist 15%, 1980s 14.4%, Puzzle 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Colorful 10.3%
- #15 Stacker Puzzle
86% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: TooIzzi Games
Windows
A new mechanic for a classic game. Stack the blocks until reach the level 10. You will need attention, precision and rapid reflexes.
Why similar: 1980s 17.7%, Abstract 16.5%, Minimalist 14.9%, Family Friendly 12.2%, Old School 10.4%
- #16 Strange Jigsaws
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 3,662 reviews2025
Dev: FLEB
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A game of strange jigsaws.
Why similar: Abstract 29.6%, Puzzle 15.1%, Minimalist 13.6%, Family Friendly 10.1%, Colorful 8.6%
- #17 Hook
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,911 reviews2015
Dev: Maciej Targoni
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
HOOK is a short minimal, puzzle game.
Why similar: Abstract 27.2%, Relaxing 20.2%, Minimalist 17.5%, Puzzle 16.3%, Family Friendly 13.1%
- #18 Data mining 0
85% matchMixed64% of 14 reviews2019
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
Data mining 0 - casual minimalist puzzle in which you have to collect all the files that are not corrupted to exit the closed circle.
Why similar: Abstract 28.1%, Retro 13.7%, Family Friendly 12.5%, Old School 11.6%, Puzzle 11.1%
- #19 Oztrich: An Adventure
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SA Connors
Windows
A 2D adventure set in the World of Oztrich. Explore and uncover the mysteries of this retro world full of unique and exciting monsters!
Why similar: Minimalist 17.8%, 1990's 17.2%, Old School 13.1%, Family Friendly 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 12%
- #20 Bub-O Burst
83% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Gabboco Games
Windows · Mac
Bub-O Burst your way through addictive, score-chasing fun, with fierce bubble action, in this throwback to classic 2D action arcade games! It's easy to learn, but do you have the skills to master it?
Why similar: 1980s 17.8%, Old School 14.1%, Minimalist 12.3%, 1990's 11.4%, Retro 11.2%
- #21 Hack Grid
82% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
Dev: Daisy Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Deceptively simple. Infinitely complex. Hack Grid is a retro puzzle game that will test your wits as it brings you back in time. Move the pieces around until only one remains. Re-live the days of DOS gaming.
Why similar: Abstract 20.3%, 1980s 16.8%, Old School 14%, Minimalist 13.8%, Retro 10.8%
- #22 Ghost In The Barn House
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
Ghost In The Barn House is a 2D Survival Horror game based on the story of an old Haunted barn which was built in the 1800s in Texas.
Why similar: Retro 13.2%, Minimalist 11.8%, Old School 11%, Top-Down 10.1%, Puzzle 8.2%
- #23 Choco Pixel 2
80% matchPositive90% of 29 reviews2020
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
Choco Pixel 2 is a minimalist colorful puzzle which goal is to get the toy car to the finish using 4 directions in space and avoiding traps.
Why similar: Abstract 23.6%, Old School 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Retro 10%, Family Friendly 10%
- #24 ImpossiBubble
84% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Ardvo
Windows · Linux
Test your brain and your reflexes. Try to combine bubbles before they reach the top and match the target before time runs out. Earn powerups along the way to help you survive longer.
Why similar: Abstract 15.4%, 1980s 14.4%, Old School 11.6%, Minimalist 11.1%, Family Friendly 9.9%
- #25 Anivenge
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Fiery Aspen Studios, LLC
Windows
An arcade style game where you play as an animal hopping around a road trying to crash cars. Work your way through different levels or play in survival mode - how many can you crash before you're run over?
Why similar: 1980s 29.1%, Old School 20.1%, Retro 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Puzzle 9.6%
- #26 Panda Roll
78% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: TGM
Windows
Meet Pandara and Mulatta, the heroes who are looking forward to find the mighty Sun Bamboo, in order to cure Mulatta's mother. In this adventure you will control both at the same time, so that you can use their friendship and trust go through all the puzzles and difficulties to achieve their goals.
Why similar: Family Friendly 16%, 1980s 15.8%, Minimalist 13.9%, Retro 13.6%, Puzzle 9.2%
- #27 TETRIX 3D
79% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: brusnik.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
3D remake of the ageless classic puzzle game. Familiar Tetris gameplay with new features. Move, rotate blocks, clear lines!
Why similar: Old School 17%, 1980s 14.3%, Retro 11.6%, 1990's 11.5%, Abstract 9.7%
- #28 Perpetual Mazes
81% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Ajaira BhejalPub: Shup
Windows
Solve the maze, stay alive, power up... See how many levels you have the patience to go ;-)
Why similar: 1980s 18.2%, Minimalist 12.7%, 1990's 11.8%, Puzzle 11%, Old School 10.3%
- #29 Choco Pixel
78% matchPositive81% of 42 reviews2019
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
Choco Pixel is a minimalist colorful puzzle which goal is to get the toy car to the finish using 4 directions in space and avoiding traps.
Why similar: Abstract 21.8%, Family Friendly 13.9%, Old School 13.4%, Retro 11.7%, Puzzle 9.9%
- #30 Liminal Lane
75% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2025
Dev: Ravenhome Studios
Windows
Welcome to Liminal Lane. A short, single player, first person, atmospheric walking simulator. A nostalgic, surreal experience exploring Liminal Spaces. Uncover the secrets of Liminal Lane and escape the Lucid Dreams and Haunting Nightmares.
Why similar: Abstract 21.7%, 1980s 16%, Walking Simulator 12.2%, 1990's 11.4%, Puzzle 8.4%
- #31 Dungeon Color
76% matchVery Positive95% of 58 reviews2021
Dev: Gagonfe
Windows
Dungeon Color is a top-down puzzle game, where you switch between flames in order to achieve the rainbow flame in each room. Interact with special obstacles and melt your brain to find the exit. Cute, colorful, hard, fun.
Why similar: Abstract 21.5%, Relaxing 12.5%, Minimalist 11.7%, Retro 11.5%, Puzzle 11.3%
- #32 Ouros
74% matchVery Positive96% of 235 reviews2024
Dev: Michael Kamm
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ouros is a calming puzzle game about forming beautiful curves in a serene space. Find your flow as you nudge, bend, and stretch curves into pleasing shapes, and discover the inherent mathematical beauty of Ouros.
Why similar: Abstract 31.9%, Relaxing 19.4%, Puzzle 17.8%, Minimalist 16%, Casual 7.4%
- #33 Death Drives A Bus
77% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: Tallbeard Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are Death, the Grim Reaper, the dark collector of lost souls. Unfortunately, your horse has fallen ill so you need to drive a bus instead.
Why similar: Abstract 16.6%, Minimalist 14.5%, Old School 13.7%, Retro 12.4%, Relaxing 10.1%
- #34 Choco Pixel 3
77% matchMixed65% of 17 reviews2020
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
Choco Pixel 3 is a minimalist colorful puzzle which goal is to get the toy car to the finish using 4 directions in space and avoiding traps.
Why similar: Abstract 23.5%, Old School 16.1%, Retro 11.2%, Family Friendly 11.1%, Puzzle 9.6%
- #35 spec
74% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2024
Dev: Euch
Windows
A series of classic arcade style game modes that will test your skill, puzzle-solving, and reaction. There are 66 levels to conquer across 11 different game modes, secrets to discover along the way, bonus modes to unlock... you'll be surprised how much can be packed into one little spec.
Why similar: Minimalist 25.7%, 1980s 21.5%, 1990's 19.4%, Old School 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%
- #36 Poly Memory: Predators
76% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Cute Hannah's Games
Windows
Cute, relaxing, polygonal memory game with predators.
Why similar: Abstract 22.5%, Minimalist 16.6%, Old School 14.3%, Puzzle 10.7%, Retro 9.6%
- #37 Direction Quad
73% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: No CheckpointPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Hop your way through the dangerous swamps as you face the trials of your master the Wise Toad! Direction Quad is a 2D action-adventure presented in top-down pixel art style.
Why similar: Relaxing 20.6%, Puzzle 18.9%, Old School 16.7%, Family Friendly 13.7%, Colorful 12.1%
- #38 Temple of Starlight
73% matchPositive97% of 29 reviews2023
Dev: Enlit Games
Windows
Temple of Starlight is an abstract first-person puzzle game with a striking retro visual style. Use colored lights to clear obstacles and explore an ancient temple along with its forgotten history.
Why similar: Abstract 28.8%, Minimalist 17.8%, Family Friendly 13%, Puzzle 10.7%, Retro 9.4%
- #39 Hypnagogia 無限の夢 Boundless Dreams
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 716 reviews2021
Dev: sodaraptorPub: Raptorsoft Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Meet colorful characters, discover mysterious secrets, and reassemble the fractured remains of an ethereal crystal as you explore a series of abstract worlds based on dreams, nightmares, and the places in between.
Why similar: Abstract 24.1%, Retro 11.5%, Walking Simulator 11.3%, 1990's 10.4%, Old School 10.3%
- #40 Hexillume
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Level one
Windows
Connect the hexagons to light them up. Experience beautiful colour themes in every level. Discover new hexagon types as you progress.
Why similar: Abstract 30%, Relaxing 16.1%, Puzzle 15.7%, Minimalist 14.4%, Family Friendly 11.2%
- #41 B-Side
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Squid Studios
Windows
Flip the world to survive & piece together what remains in this narratively driven 2-D puzzle game about friendship, identity, and growth.
Why similar: Abstract 24.2%, Minimalist 16.9%, Family Friendly 11.6%, Puzzle 10.5%, Top-Down 10.4%
- #42 PIP X
71% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: Cute Hannah's Games
Windows
PIP X — cute puzzle game with pipes. Enjoy a relaxing time connecting pipes.
Why similar: Abstract 25%, Minimalist 16.7%, Old School 16.1%, Family Friendly 11.2%, Retro 11.2%
- #43 Nightrunner
69% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Planetary Gears
Windows · Linux
Buckle up in this minimalist retro arcade high score chaser.
Why similar: 1980s 15.6%, Abstract 15.2%, Old School 13.5%, Minimalist 12.2%, 1990's 11.4%
- #44 PIP D
70% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Cute Hannah's Games
Windows
PIP D — cute puzzle game with pipes. Enjoy a relaxing time connecting pipes.
Why similar: Abstract 23.3%, Old School 16.1%, Minimalist 15.9%, Retro 11.3%, Family Friendly 10.9%
- #45 Data mining 7
72% matchMixed60% of 25 reviews2019
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
Data mining 7 - casual colorful minimalist puzzle in which you have to collect all the files that are not corrupted to exit the closed circle.
Why similar: Abstract 26.2%, Old School 16.8%, Retro 11.3%, Family Friendly 10.8%, Puzzle 10.6%
- #46 aMAZE Lunar
71% matchMixed68% of 76 reviews2019
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
aMAZE Lunar is a straightforward and surprisingly - difficult celebration of the simple beauty of the maze with Asian art and calm soundtrack.
Why similar: Abstract 23.8%, Old School 16.4%, Relaxing 13.5%, Retro 11.3%, Family Friendly 11.1%
- #47 Get The Gems
71% matchPositive81% of 48 reviews2016
Dev: PSY LABS
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Puzzle action game in the style of Boulder Dash or Emerald Mine. Dig through caves, collect shiny gems, dodge falling boulders and avoid sneaky enemies. Encounter a strange bubbling mass and explode nitro bubbles. NEW RELOADED 2022 VERSION!
Why similar: 1980s 19.6%, Old School 18.6%, Retro 12.6%, 1990's 9%, Puzzle 8.6%
- #48 Go Amazing!
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Wackadoo Software
Windows
Are you ready for a pixelated challenge? This game features 25 levels of randomly generated mazes with only 12 lives. Try not to get too comfortable as you dodge traps and enemies along the way. Or you can play casually in Maze Only mode without all the trouble! (Except for the warps, of course...)
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 13%, Minimalist 12.9%, Top-Down 12.2%, Retro 12.1%, 1980s 11%
- #49 Awesome Mix Tape
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Projector Studios
Windows
Struggle with obsolete tech to load up a growing mixtape of quirky micro-games. Play, discover, repeat!
Why similar: 1980s 22.5%, Abstract 17.5%, Old School 16.8%, Minimalist 12.3%, Retro 11.2%
- #50 Yin Yang Fun
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Lao Lai Le Studios
Windows · Linux
Test your reflexes and multitasking skills in this unique arcade block-puzzler. Control two grids at once, clear lines on both sides, keep up with the rising speed, and chase the high score. Two hands, two grids… back in block again!
Why similar: 1980s 22.7%, Old School 20.7%, 1990's 14.5%, Puzzle 11.1%, Family Friendly 9%
- #51 PIP 6
69% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Cute Hannah's Games
Windows
PIP 6 — cute puzzle game with pipes. Enjoy a relaxing time connecting pipes.
Why similar: Abstract 24.7%, Old School 16.7%, Minimalist 16.6%, Retro 11.6%, Family Friendly 11.5%
- #52 Phantom Feline
65% matchPositive98% of 48 reviews2025
Dev: Shady PawPub: UMBC Game Developers Club
Windows · Linux
Play with light and shadow in this Game Boy–inspired puzzle game!
Why similar: 1980s 21%, 1990's 14.7%, Old School 14.4%, Puzzle 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%
- #53 FUN HOME
66% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Deathink
Windows
You are a little boy trapped in a house with an axe wielding maniac clown. Can you figure out the mysteries of the house and escape with your life?
Why similar: 1980s 17.9%, Walking Simulator 13%, 1990's 12.5%, Puzzle 10.2%, Old School 9.6%
- #54 Slime Crown
68% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: MisteryJay89
Windows
"Slime Crown" is a colorful Pixel Art Game with a unique but challenging Gameplay. The Colors Green, Blue, Red and Yellow are the Key to Success.
Why similar: 1980s 18.5%, Minimalist 16.9%, 1990's 14.4%, Old School 13.6%, Retro 13.1%
- #55 Choco Pixel X
69% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
Choco Pixel X is a minimalist colorful puzzle which goal is to get the toy car to the finish using 4 directions in space and avoiding traps.
Why similar: Abstract 22.8%, Old School 13.3%, Puzzle 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Retro 8.7%
- #56 Figure it Out!
64% matchVery Positive96% of 108 reviews2025
Dev: Two Weeks at Home
Windows
A puzzle game with an eye in it. And it's free. The game, not the eye.
Why similar: Abstract 31.8%, Minimalist 18.4%, Relaxing 16.2%, Family Friendly 15.1%, Puzzle 14.4%
- #57 Data mining 3
70% matchMixed60% of 25 reviews2018
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
Data Mining 3 - casual colorful minimalist puzzle in which you have to collect all the files that are not corrupted to exit the closed circle.
Why similar: Abstract 26.6%, Old School 13.9%, Relaxing 12%, Retro 11.5%, Puzzle 11.1%
- #58 One Circle
67% matchPositive100% of 37 reviews2020
Dev: r3nsen
Windows
One Circle is a minimalist puzzle game about putting balls of the same color together. Find the right moves to solve the proposed challenges, and challenge your mind more and more.
Why similar: Abstract 28.5%, Minimalist 18.2%, Relaxing 13.8%, Puzzle 10.8%, Family Friendly 8.6%
- #59 POG 6
68% matchMixed61% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: Cute Hannah's Games
Windows
Cute, minimal physical puzzle.
Why similar: Abstract 22.6%, Old School 15.4%, Minimalist 14.9%, Retro 10.6%, Family Friendly 10.5%