- #1 The Cursewood
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fabled Forge Games LLC
Windows · Mac
A fantastical action-adventure game. Explore the forest, craft dozens of unique potions, and survive the dangers of the night!
Why similar: Exploration 15.9%, Action-Adventure 15%, Crafting 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Top-Down 10.5%
- #2 Earth~Quack
96% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Keaton RaglePub: DET@ACU
Windows
Journey your way through environments both peaceful and harsh, seeking to save the lost ducklings as you fend off wild beasts angered by constant disturbances. Exploit local ecosystems to craft means of protection as you seek to stop the source of the fabled "Earth~Quacks"
Why similar: Crafting 24.3%, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, Adventure 15.3%, Exploration 15.1%
- #3 MIRADOR
96% match9 user reviews44% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: Jeong SuhyunPub: EgretGames
Windows
MIRADOR is a 2D action game. You arrive at a temple... Kill several monsters to grow, get skills, and go through it!
Why similar: Action 18.5%, Action-Adventure 17.5%, Exploration 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Adventure 10%
- #4 Max and the Book of Chaos
95% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Orenji Games Entertainment
Windows
“Max and the book of chaos” is and arcade 2D action game with elements of run and gun and shoot ´em up classic games with a strong arcade feeling. A kid who will have the destiny of the world in his hands. Will have to face this wave of disasters, save the world and free your buddies.
Why similar: Action 15.7%, Arcade 15.2%, Action-Adventure 14.4%, Adventure 12.3%, Cartoon 11.6%
- #5 Stonegeon 迷石地牢
94% match9 user reviews56% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: 面包鱼工作室
Windows
Stonegeon is a 2D action game with adventures in the dungeon. By fighting monsters, collecting resources, making items, searching treasure chests in the dungeon, and finally to the deepest part of the dungeon, unlock the long sealed secret.
Why similar: Crafting 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Roguelite 11.7%, Action 10.1%, 2D 9.8%
- #6 Fly and Shadow
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 7th Life Studios
Windows
A fast-paced 2D action adventure set in the mysterious world of Drury. Run, jump, and soar through procedurally generated levels as you chase, or are chased by your own shadow. Collect coins, grow your collection, and race to the top of the leaderboard!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Action-Adventure 14.5%, Atmospheric 11.6%, Exploration 11.1%, Action 9.7%
- #7 GEODE
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PhD
Windows
In this top-down, multiplayer, co-op game, you must protect your Core Crystal by any means necessary. Build up your defenses, explore, refine, and upgrade to reach your goal. Play alone or with up to 8 people.
Why similar: Crafting 17.1%, Roguelite 14.2%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Exploration 10.8%
- #8 Winter Wastelands
92% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: Michael Haapasaari
Windows
Winter Wastelands is a sci-fi fantasy action-adventure game about fighting bosses, exploring unique locations, gathering items that come with different costumes and special abilities, and trying to make it back home.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 22%, Action-Adventure 21%, Action 15.4%, Adventure 10.4%, Indie 10.3%
- #9 OUTLANDER
91% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: IMPERIAL DYNAMICS
Windows
Outlander is a blocky platformer game that is fun for all ages.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 14.7%, Crafting 13.7%, Roguelite 12.5%, Adventure 12.3%, Action 11.2%
- #10 Into the Knight
91% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Bit Gaming Studio
Windows
Endless waves of enemies are attacking as you attempt to stay alive during your ill-fated quest. Show your honor by fending them off for as long as you can.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 21%, Arcade 20.2%, Action 19.9%, 2D 14.6%, Top-Down 12.3%
- #11 Hero's black dungeon
90% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: FadyGames
Windows
Hero's black dungeon is a 2D action roguelike. Take control of a young adventurer who travels to the Mediterranean lands in search of adventure and glory. On your way you will meet quite a few enemies and interesting characters. Arm yourself with magical blades and chop down enemies on your way!
Why similar: Arcade 17.6%, Action 15.3%, Adventure 14.4%, Action-Adventure 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%
- #12 Dorsaka
89% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Jacai Software
Windows · Mac
A strange exploration game with an ever decreasing health bar. Take control of your weird alien space bunny and traverse a set of inter-linked mazes in a quest to escape a desert that may or may not exist in multiple dimensions within your own mind. Manage your health, find secrets, escape the maze
Why similar: Action 17.5%, Arcade 16.9%, Adventure 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Exploration 11.2%
- #13 Hyper Bun Buster: Rocket Hammer Action
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: DUCK_BERET
Windows
Take control of Tess, a bunny girl who uses her huge hammer to send enemies flying into other enemies in this top-down bump combat action game! Dodge projectiles, control space and outmaneuver bosses in Arcade mode or explore dungeons, solve puzzles and unlock abilities in Adventure mode.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 18.1%, Arcade 17.4%, Action 15.1%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Adventure 10.8%
- #14 Duster Buster
86% matchPositive100% of 32 reviews2026
Dev: FireDog
Windows · Mac
Duster Buster is a short 2D rogue-lite where you clean your way through a stylized pixel art haunted mansion. Fight dusty furniture, survive quick runs on a linear map, unlock upgrades, and uncover the mansion’s secrets in fast, repeatable play sessions.
Why similar: Roguelite 12.9%, Cartoon 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Arcade 9.8%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
- #15 Glittering Sword
88% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2021
Dev: HugePixelPub: HugePixel
Windows
Glittering Sword is replete with spiritual references to classic games from the 90s, and the bright and harmonious visual design sets the player up for an exciting adventure from the very beginning.
Why similar: Action 16.5%, Adventure 14%, Indie 11.7%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Arcade 10.4%
- #16 Bluravity
87% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Dcap664 Development Studio
Windows
Bluravity is a 2D gravity platformer featuring a small block protagonist
Why similar: Arcade 16.7%, Action-Adventure 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Action 11.7%, Atmospheric 10.5%
- #17 Skeleton Dungeon
85% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Team Gar
Windows
Explore the dungeon and defeat the Skeleton King!
Why similar: Action 15.8%, Arcade 15.5%, Action-Adventure 15.4%, Adventure 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%
- #18 Too Much Water
86% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Filip Budd
Windows · Mac
Too Much Water is a top-down castaway simulator with an exquisite "splash" of humour, and a captivating story.
Why similar: Crafting 29%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, 2D 8.8%, Top-Down 8.7%, Action-Adventure 7.7%
- #19 Lone Howl
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DynatriSoft Games
Windows · Linux
Lone Howl is a rogue-like survival game where you control a one-eyed wolf facing increasing waves of enemies in a dark, mystical environment. Customize abilities, fight for survival, and adapt your strategy to overcome ever-growing challenges.
Why similar: Roguelite 19.5%, Arcade 14.2%, Exploration 14%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%
- #20 That's My Space
83% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Cezar Roveda Coelho
Windows
The universe is yours to conquer in That's My Space. Gather resources, craft powerful weapons, upgrade your spaceship and battle against enemy nations to become the ultimate space explorer.
Why similar: Crafting 24.3%, Action 15.7%, Exploration 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.4%, 2D 9.1%
- #21 Village RPG
82% matchMixed54% of 56 reviews2022
Dev: kazakovstudios
Windows
Create a hero and fight your enemies in 2D Village RPG with your friends. A huge world, PVE arena, and Dungeons are already waiting for you!
Why similar: Crafting 38.3%, Exploration 16.6%, Top-Down 14.5%, Atmospheric 14.1%, Action 9.2%
- #22 Trapsetter
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Asher HarrisPub: HobGoblinGames
Windows
Defend your dungeons against adventurers ! Set traps to stop them from taking you and your fellow goblins treasure! Explore and collect upgrades to help you on your journey in this arcade adventure!
Why similar: Arcade 18.1%, Roguelite 17.9%, Top-Down 16.7%, Action 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%
- #23 BossCrafter
80% matchPositive100% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: HippoCube
Windows
Challenge various bosses designed by the leader using characters with different traits. Study classic boss mechanics, hone your combat skills, unlock hundreds of boss abilities, and unleash your creativity to create your own unique boss!
Why similar: Crafting 29.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Cartoon 11.3%, Action 9.8%, Top-Down 7.4%
- #24 Toadomination
81% matchMixed52% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: HugePixel
Windows
Toadomination is a rogulite, bullethell, looter shooter game that takes you into an ancient confrontation that lasts more than a decade, in a battle between a toad and a viper. Equip yourself with the most powerful weapon, collect capital and meet face to face with the sworn enemy.
Why similar: Action 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.5%, Adventure 12.8%, Indie 11.1%, Arcade 9.6%
- #25 Adorabilis
79% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: KuartikPub: indiegamesjapan
Windows
"Adorabilis" is a game where you control a white ghost to protect adorabilis from various threats while sending it home. You'll have to dodge enemies and trap, or using skills to get through difficulties on the way to home.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.6%, 2D 14.3%, Adventure 12.5%, Exploration 11.4%, Atmospheric 10.7%
- #26 Easter Bunny
79% matchMostly Positive80% of 20 reviews2022
Dev: Cow Games
Windows
Easter Bunny is a 2D top-down stealth action game about an Easter bunny hiding Easter eggs.
Why similar: Arcade 20.1%, Exploration 19.8%, Top-Down 14%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, 2D 11.3%
- #27 Mortal Quest
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TylerCKB
Windows
A survival-adventure game about a mortal who's been transferred to a demon-infested island.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, Exploration 15.7%, Crafting 15.4%, Top-Down 10.7%
- #28 RIKI
78% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: PRG
Windows
Help ranger Riki to fight an unknown menace which could destroy not only the Amazon forest but the entire world. A fast and yet challenging game.
Why similar: Arcade 13.2%, Action-Adventure 12%, Cartoon 11.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.1%, Exploration 9.9%
- #29 Memory Island
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pancake
Windows
In Memory Island,You accidently lost your memory.In order to get back those memories, You need to face powerful enemies, solve puzzles,and learn about the people and things about this island. Gradually find out who you really are and the origin of the Memory Island during the journey.
Why similar: Cartoon 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Exploration 11%, Cartoony 10.4%
- #30 Walhall
77% matchMixed55% of 42 reviews2018
Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 31%
In this game you have to defeat just a single boss! Who knows though, perhaps it's not that simple?
Why similar: Action 29.8%, Pixel Graphics 20.2%, Arcade 19.9%, Indie 13.9%, 2D 11.8%
- #31 Azalea
76% matchPositive98% of 44 reviews2020
Dev: Rad Codex
Windows
A short, cute puzzle action-adventure through the tense and dangerous Forbidden Forest.
Why similar: Exploration 20.6%, Action 14.7%, Top-Down 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, 2D 12.4%
- #32 Diego: Mission Red Tomato
75% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Two HandsPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Diego: Mission Red Tomatoes is a humorous game where you have to shoot the tomatoes.
Why similar: Roguelite 20.2%, Arcade 18%, Action 15.9%, Adventure 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 13%
- #33 Skjold
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MidGames
Windows
Skjold means shield in Norwegian. Ready to fight warrior.
Why similar: Action 20.2%, Action-Adventure 18.7%, Arcade 18.6%, Adventure 16%, 2D 10%
- #34 Welcome Home 2
74% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Vitruvian CaféPub: Catherine Burke
Windows
David is trapped in his grandmother's basement, help him escape! Warning: flashing images and disturbing imagery
Why similar: Action 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.6%, Exploration 16.5%, Adventure 15.6%, Atmospheric 10.4%
- #35 Pirate's Peril
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Consumed Media
Windows · Linux
Pirate's Peril is an arcade shooter themed in the world of pirates on the open sea!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 21.2%, Arcade 20.8%, Action 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, 2D 9.4%
- #36 Industriality
75% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: CuberZPub: CasGame
Windows
Future, Robots have invaded the planet and terrorized cities. Artificial intelligence is out of control. Only the Hero can stop this madness.
Why similar: Action 17.6%, Adventure 17.6%, Atmospheric 17.4%, Arcade 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%
- #37 SurvAIval
72% matchMostly Negative38% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: Calm Hyena Interactive
Windows
SurvAIval is a 2D survival automation game where you gather resources, build a base, create AI assistants, and explore new areas to expand your domain while defending against threats and leveling up your skills.
Why similar: Crafting 19.7%, Action-Adventure 15%, Adventure 13.2%, Exploration 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%
- #38 IRO HERO
76% matchNo user reviews2018
Dev: Artax Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
In a world where humans are used as power supplies, only one man has the will to change it all! Iro Hero is a sci-fi adventure with beautiful pixel art graphics inspired by many old-school classics. Staged across 9 action-packed levels, Iro Hero features a unique and fresh four-color polarity system, with interactive elements, puzzles,...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 19%, Arcade 16.6%, Action 15.6%, Indie 11.1%
- #39 Escape Games World vs Escapers
71% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: HFG Entertainments Private Limited
Windows
Unlock the world! Solve 95 thrilling escape room levels & hidden object puzzle
Why similar: Cartoon 22.2%, Action-Adventure 18.5%, Exploration 16.6%, Adventure 16.1%, 2D 10.5%
- #40 Radical Rabbit Stew
72% matchVery Positive96% of 198 reviews2020
Dev: Pugstorm
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 22.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
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: Cartoon 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Arcade 12.3%, Action-Adventure 11%, Cartoony 11%
- #41 Echo of the Wilds
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 195 reviews2014
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Echo of the Wilds is a puzzly narrativy adventure, featuring randomised wilderness survival. Explore and survive this mysterious tale of wilds. Gather resources to build gear and sustain yourself, learning new skills, lore and the intertwining interactions between the various areas, seasons, and weather.
Why similar: Crafting 28.8%, Roguelite 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Exploration 10.7%, Atmospheric 9%
- #42 Time Thief
71% matchVery Positive97% of 213 reviews2022
Dev: Matheus Mortatti
Windows · Mac · Linux
Time Thief is an action adventure game where leaving your village makes the clock tick. Manage your time to stay alive, stealing seconds from creatures around its overworld with your sword.
Why similar: Action-Adventure 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 18.7%, Exploration 16%, Action 11.4%, 2D 10%
- #43 ProtoDungeon: Episode I
70% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Spacefarer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Use the moonlight spell to trade places with objects and escape from the mysterious nightmare in this short puzzle adventure!
Why similar: Exploration 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Action-Adventure 14.7%, Atmospheric 13.8%, Top-Down 10.3%
- #44 Burden of the Blue
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: SandwichBoi
Windows
Explore mysterious worlds, solve puzzles and battle in order to uncover the burdens of the past.
Why similar: Exploration 16.2%, Action-Adventure 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Top-Down 12.9%, Atmospheric 9.9%
- #45 Toybit Quest
73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: MKrew
Windows
Toybit Quest is a dungeon crawler/rogue-lite with endless levels, unique toy enemies, a vast skill tree, and tons of loot and gear to find! It draws inspiration from Diablo, Binding of Isaac, and the Legend of Zelda.
Why similar: Addictive 19.1% ★, Action 14.4%, Cartoon 11.7%, Roguelite 11.4%, Indie 10.2%
- #46 Another Space Opera - Episode 1: The Wake of The Giant
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Terminist ArcadePub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
In 2297, Earth is united under a gestalt technocratic order - reborn from the ashes of nuclear fire. Now, humanity finds itself caught in the crossfire of a bloody, supernatural conflict for the fate of the galaxy. Hack and blast your way through this explosive, cinematic action platformer.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Roguelite 12.5%, Arcade 10.8%, Action-Adventure 10.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 10%
- #47 HolyHex! Become a Legend
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ginga Studios
Windows
Rise from the grave and stumble though the streets of Casca Dura, a city buzzing with mysteries, wacky gossip and some good ol' chaos thanks to the "HolyHex Curse". Flying rats, a vengeful ghost bride and, oh boy, the skinwalkers... Save Casca Dura from it's doom and become a legend!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 16%, Action 15.3%, Adventure 14.6%, Cartoon 14.6%, Exploration 13.9%
- #48 The Escapists
69% matchVery Positive90% of 16,170 reviews2015
Dev: Mouldy Toof StudiosPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The Escapists provides players the opportunity of experiencing a light-hearted insight into everyday prison life with the main objective being that of escaping!
Why similar: Crafting 38.2%, Pixel Graphics 26.7%, 2D 9.2%, Action 5.9%, Top-Down 5.9%
- #49 La GRUTA
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Martin Cerdeira
Windows · Linux
Grotto adventures
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 26.9%, Action-Adventure 16.1%, Action 15.8%, 2D 13%, Adventure 13%
- #50 Dragon Blazers
66% matchPositive90% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: Sylph
Windows
want to remind you some 16bit arcade vibes? you like Toriyama style? just take a look to Dragon Blazers!! musics by the amazing David Revel!!
Why similar: Action 25%, Adventure 21.8%, Pixel Graphics 18.9%, Indie 17.2%, Arcade 17%
- #51 Steel Soul
69% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: HoanC
Windows
An action RPG game. Take part in battles and defeat enemies, learn new skills and collect weapons to reach the end.
Why similar: Action 20.1%, Action-Adventure 18.3%, Adventure 15.9%, Exploration 15.8%, Crafting 11.3%
- #52 Death, Soul & Robots
67% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Big Way Games
Windows
In this captivating Metroidvania game you will take on the role of a cute kitty cat on its mission to find the soul of Planet 42 to rescue the Earth. Fight enemies and bosses, solve puzzles and explore levels in this fascinating game.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 23.4%, Adventure 19.5%, Action-Adventure 16.7%, 2D 13.3%, Atmospheric 10.3%
- #53 ToGather:Island
68% matchVery Positive83% of 53 reviews2019
Dev: Studio KamiiPub: Todak Studios
Windows
ToGather:Island is an open world survival game set in a science-fantasy archipelago
Why similar: Crafting 27.9%, Cartoon 16.1%, Cartoony 11.8%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Exploration 10.7%
- #54 Vasilisa and Baba Yaga: Prologue
66% matchVery Positive81% of 83 reviews2024
Dev: Baba Yaga Games
Windows · Mac
Level up the magical assistant doll Vasilisa the Beautiful from the famous fairy tale, who fights evil spirits at night, so that later the path to Baba Yaga will be easier!
Why similar: Action-Adventure 14.5%, Exploration 13.1%, Cartoony 12.4%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Top-Down 10.9%
- #55 Zeroptian Invasion
68% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2018
Dev: Josyan
Windows
Zeroptian Invasion is a classic shoot 'em up with mechanics from other arcades of the 80’s. Travel back in time with this unique pixilated experience with an incredible soundtrack in chiptune.
Why similar: Action 23.9%, Pixel Graphics 21.3%, Arcade 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Indie 17.5%
- #56 Smintheus
67% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Henrik Chukhran
Windows · Linux
Smintheus is 2D action-adventure / puzzle game where you craft gadgets to overcome obstacles, fight enemies, manipulate environment and various creatures while being chased by crazy, but powerful cat whose life purpose is to capture you and kick your butt for no good reason.
Why similar: Crafting 19.2%, Cartoon 13.1%, Adventure 12%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Indie 10.5%
- #57 Bridgelands
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PyliotPub: Pyliot Games
Windows · Linux
Explore the mysterious islands of Bridgelands, fight dangerous creatures, gather resources, and craft powerful gear. Discover hidden secrets, upgrade your tools, and dive into fast-paced battles across ever-changing islands. An action-packed adventure full of exploration and combat awaits.
Why similar: Crafting 30.5%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Exploration 12.4%, Top-Down 8.1%