Games Like Tinboy

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: Precision Platformer 28.9%, Difficult 18.4%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of precision platforming that shares the same high-stakes, trial-and-error gameplay loop found in Tinboy.

A precise 2D platformer with a twist. NO JUMPING. Master your magnetic powers to beat each level with speed and skill. Enjoy classic 16-bit gaming vibes, tackle challenging achievements and compete for global leaderboard supremacy along the way.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.3%, Puzzle Platformer 12.5%, Difficult 12.2%, 2D Platformer 9%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Uses unique magnetic mechanics to create a challenging puzzle-platforming experience that demands high precision.

iZBOT is fast paced, double jumping, wall sliding, edge of your seat platformer that delivers delicious bite sized challenging platforming levels while always keeping you in the action.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 24.1%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Difficult 14.7%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Platformer 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced precision platformer that captures the same minimalist, difficult spirit as Tinboy.

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

Why similar: Precision Platformer 41.6%, Difficult 16.2%, Platformer 13.9%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: This iconic title defines the difficult precision-platformer genre with its tight controls and demanding level design.

This is a SHORT, 2D PLATFORMER with TIGHT CONTROLS about exploring a single level to get past a bunch of TRAPS. There is an EASY mode and a HARD mode depending on your skill level.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 29.4%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Difficult 17.2%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Platformer 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on condensed, challenging levels that require perfect execution to overcome, similar to the bite-sized difficulty of Tinboy.

The End Is Nigh is a sprawling adventure platformer where you die a lot, but thats ok because you are probably already dead anyway.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.5%, Difficult 22.5%, Platformer 18.8%, 2D 3.5%, Pixel Graphics 3.2%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the developer of Super Meat Boy, this game offers a brutal, atmospheric platforming experience that will challenge even the most skilled players.

Sunblaze is a brain-twisting precision platformer with hundreds of challenging, handcrafted levels to keep you dying for hours and hours.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 24.2%, Puzzle Platformer 18%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Difficult 12.3%, Platformer 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging precision-platformer that emphasizes tight controls and complex level layouts.

Ball laB is a hardcore platformer with minimalist graphics.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 19%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Puzzle Platformer 14.7%, Difficult 12.1%, 2D Platformer 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, difficult precision-platformer that strips away the fluff to focus purely on challenging movement.

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

Why similar: Precision Platformer 33.5%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Difficult 15.2%, Platformer 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: This gravity-flipping puzzle-platformer relies on quick reflexes and clever navigation, mirroring the high-difficulty puzzle elements of the seed game.

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Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 33.9%, Platformer 16.5%, Puzzle 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, 2D Platformer 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist puzzle-platformer that requires careful logic and precise movement to navigate its intricate levels.

Master momentum in this unique jumping game that features no jump button! Preserve your potential energy and fall to new heights as you solve these clever puzzles and maneuver your way to victory.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 20.2%, Puzzle Platformer 15.3%, Difficult 11.8%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Platformer 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A clever puzzle-platformer where you must manage momentum and gravity to navigate, echoing the mechanical depth of Tinboy.

One Gun Guy is a straight forward no nonsense action platformer, one giant level littered with player upgrades, hazards to tackle, enemies to destroy, a boss to kill, and multiple difficulty settings.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 19.2%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Puzzle Platformer 14.4%, 2D Platformer 11.2%, Difficult 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled action platformer that provides a similar bite-sized, challenging experience.

A challenging puzzle platformer in which you clone and teleport.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 23.9%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Difficult 18%, Platformer 12.5%, Physics 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines platforming with puzzle-solving in a way that feels very similar to the core mechanics of Tinboy.

Time in Time is a side scroller puzzle-platformer game where you control everything with timers..

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 21.4%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Difficult 17.2%, Platformer 12.1%, Robots 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A puzzle-platformer that incorporates strategy and timing to overcome its difficult obstacles.

In Hyper Box you try to beat a bunch of platform levels in less than 30 seconds each by using the box rotation to your advantage, this is meant to be a very challenging yet rewarding experience as you improve at the game.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19.2%, Difficult 18.8%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 13.9%, Puzzle 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult, minimalist platformer that blends puzzle elements with demanding movement requirements.

A hard, mind bending platformer based on imagination and quick reflexes.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30%, Difficult 18.8%, Platformer 14.9%, Puzzle 11.5%, Casual 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A casual yet challenging puzzle-platformer that requires careful thought to progress through its levels.

A challenging puzzle platformer inspired by games like Limbo and Badland.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.9%, Puzzle Platformer 20.1%, Platformer 17.2%, Difficult 12%, Puzzle 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric puzzle-platformer that emphasizes environmental interaction and navigation.

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: Platformer 27.6%, Difficult 26.7%, Precision Platformer 19.5%, Side Scroller 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy, difficult platformer that demands rhythmic precision and quick reactions.

This is a short hardcore enthralling puzzle-platform game about a lonely robot, which tries to find his master. To go all the way you'll have to look for the master in two dimensions at the same time. Parallel world module will help to overcome any obstacles!

Why similar: Difficult 16.3%, Puzzle Platformer 13.2%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Robots 11.7%, Platformer 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging platformer that requires quick thinking and precise movement to navigate its inverted mechanics.

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

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.3%, Difficult 21.7%, Platformer 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired platformer that focuses on simple, difficult mechanics similar to the seed game.

Guide a group of rectangles through 120 levels, using their different skills together to overcome a series of obstacles in each environment. Discover the human-made story of the first sentient artificial intelligences with Danny Wallace’s BAFTA-winning narration.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 23%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Puzzle Platformer 17.6%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Platformer 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: While less punishing, this game shares the puzzle-platforming focus and minimalist aesthetic that makes Tinboy unique.

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: Puzzle Platformer 41.2%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Platformer 14.1%, Puzzle 11.1%, Difficult 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic puzzle-platformer that uses time manipulation to create complex challenges, appealing to fans of Tinboy's logic-based levels.

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 17.9%, Puzzle Platformer 17.5%, Difficult 17.2%, Platformer 14.2%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist action-platformer that emphasizes quick, difficult bursts of gameplay.

A magical puzzle platformer made with PICO-8. Be thinky to get the legendary treasure.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 31.3%, Difficult 24.1%, Logic 19.1%, Puzzle 15.6%, 2D 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A logic-heavy puzzle-platformer that requires careful planning and precise execution.

TRUFFLE is a minimalist puzzle maze game where touching the walls kills you instantly. It is a high difficulty, patience testing, dexterity game.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 28.2%, Difficult 23%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, Puzzle 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 7%

Why You'll Like It: A strategy-focused 2D platformer that challenges players with difficult, puzzle-oriented level design.

In this 2d precision platformer with a teleportation twist, play as Ninja Ming and embark on the Path of Trials. Dash through 241 levels using dynamic teleportation and diverse ninjutsu skills. Conquer challenges with style—growing stronger at every turn.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 27.6%, Puzzle Platformer 18.4%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Platformer 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 7%

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: Precision Platformer 64.2%, Platformer 25.1%, Indie 5.6%, Puzzle 2.8%, 2D 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a vast, atmospheric platforming experience that focuses on exploration and movement precision.

Volchaos is an ultra-challenging old school platformer.

Why similar: Side Scroller 33.5%, Platformer 24.8%, Difficult 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, 2D 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, retro-style platformer that provides a similar level of challenge and simplicity.

An insanely difficult precision platformer

Why similar: Precision Platformer 43.9%, Difficult 32.1%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D 7.1%, Singleplayer 2.3%

Piece by Piece is a literal puzzle platformer where each level is fragmented into puzzle pieces. Clear each puzzle by connecting and unconnecting each piece to make your way through each of our 100 handcrafted levels. Discover new themes and mechanics along the way!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19.8%, Difficult 16.6%, Side Scroller 14.9%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Puzzle 9.4%

Devilishly difficult but insanely rewarding physics puzzler. Play through 85 levels of diverse and ingenious physics-based challenges.

Why similar: Difficult 29%, Puzzle 23.2%, Platformer 14.3%, Casual 13%, Indie 7.7%

Take control of a small rolling square and utilize long dormant mechanisms to ascend to the top. Watch your step!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 23.1%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Difficult 16.2%, Puzzle Platformer 10.8%, Platformer 7%

Rewind time and manipulate gravity in order to solve parkour puzzles in this exciting new 2D platformer.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 20%, Difficult 15.1%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Platformer 10.4%, 2D Platformer 9.5%

Hardcore pixel 2D platformer with steampunk elements, with randomly generated levels.

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.2%, Difficult 20.4%, Platformer 18%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Casual 10.3%

3D Hardcore Cube - this is not an easy platformer in which you want to get to the portal and not to fall into the trap. The game has boosters traffic boosters bounce, anti bounce, falling cubes, turrets and more!

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.2%, Difficult 20.6%, Logic 18.3%, Action 12.4%, Puzzle 11.8%

Fowl Damage is an atmospheric puzzle platformer where your default jump provides enough fall damage to destroy you! Carefully manage your jumps and falls as you adventure through this chilling, beautiful, and occasionally cute world.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 27.6%, Puzzle Platformer 20%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Platformer 10.8%, Puzzle 7.6%

Squirbs is a challenging puzzle-platformer in which you control two cute blue Squirbs simultaneously with one set of controls. Looking for an awesomely difficult game? That's Squirbs.

Why similar: Platformer 31.2%, Difficult 27.4%, Puzzle 13.5%, Action 10.7%, Indie 8.8%

Play every character simultaneously and reunite them in mind boggling 100 levels

Why similar: Precision Platformer 20.1%, Puzzle Platformer 18.9%, Difficult 15.1%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Logic 8.7%

Bitcoin collector - a colorful game in which you have to dodge the traps and collect bitcoins, changing gravity at your discretion

Why similar: Difficult 20.4%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Puzzle Platformer 16.8%, Platformer 12%, Physics 9.8%

2D Pixel platformer about a cute character named Gelu. He can create and destroy his copies made of ice, limited number of times. With the help of ice copies he can climb on platform, pass the obstacles and pass the levels. Help Gelu to pass hard levels.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19.5%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Platformer 12.6%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Puzzle 8.3%

Playing a cute robot, you travel from room to room solving tough puzzles and overcoming tricky platforming that will test your skills. Collecting health is necessary, because when you die, all the health you’ve collected comes back. The catch is that you have to start over at the very beginning.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.2%, Difficult 22.1%, Platformer 21.2%, Puzzle 15.3%, Indie 7.9%

An absurd retro-platformer that tests your patience.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Difficult 17.3%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 12.3%

The Adventures of Mr. Bobley is a 3d platformer adventure game featuring physics based puzzles and challenges that also require you to drive vehicles and operate heavy machinery. Set at a skyscraper construction site. The game is all about physics and interaction with the environment.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 24.7%, Precision Platformer 22.1%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Platformer 13.3%, Physics 10.1%

Tiny Crate is a Crate Chucking Action Puzzle Game ! Leap over spikes and stack up crates to reach the portal in each puzzle. Collect hidden musical notes (-:

Why similar: Precision Platformer 20.7%, Puzzle Platformer 16%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Logic 11.3%, 2D Platformer 11.1%

A robot, a poncho and a journey of discovery! Make your way through this wonderful world of pixelated parallax platforming to solve the ultimate puzzle: who is Poncho?

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 17.4%, Platformer 16.7%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Robots 13.4%, Difficult 9.6%

Huge classic platformer with several power-ups and 8-12 hours of main story & 300+ hidden locations just begging for exploration · 56 big Levels · 5 huge worlds

Why similar: Platformer 41.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Difficult 7.7%, Action 7.5%, Side Scroller 7.3%

Swing over spikes and pits, find the secrets of a mysterious tree and overcome difficult challenges as a brave tiny lizard in this small adventure.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 18.6%, Precision Platformer 17.7%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Difficult 9.8%, Platformer 9.4%

A cosmic turbulence caused the 2D Platformer and the Top-Down Puzzler dimensions to merge! Switch between Toodee and Topdee and their unique perspectives to overcome hard-as-nails challenges, solve mind-melting puzzles and defeat huge bosses.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 18.7%, Puzzle Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Difficult 12.4%, 2D Platformer 10.1%

Stray Savior is a 2D action platformer packed full of lethal traps, precise jumps, and powerful bosses. Venture through the dystopian world with weapons and skills, to prove yourself and forge your own path.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.8%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Platformer 16%, Precision Platformer 12.1%, Difficult 8.1%

Use your trusty Mekabolt device to manipulate robots, solve a variety of puzzling levels and obtain batteries to fix the robots!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 22.3%, Difficult 16.6%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Robots 10.4%

This is a difficult game about climbing.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 31.8%, Difficult 25.5%, Platformer 16.2%, Physics 11.7%, Action 4.3%

Tech Blast is an action-puzzle game where a young mechanic explores an abandoned planet, solving puzzles, building mechanisms, and battling ore insects.

Why similar: Logic 38.6%, Casual 12.1%, Robots 12.1%, Difficult 12%, Puzzle 8.6%

Trap Them revolves around demanding puzzle gameplay about outsmarting and trapping the enemies while avoiding getting trapped yourself. Collect all the crystals without getting caught by the RoboTTech robots while exploring the depths of the mountain.

Why similar: Difficult 28.5%, Puzzle 24.4%, Action 13.7%, Casual 12.5%, 2D 9%

Escape Goat 2 is a puzzle platformer game where you use machinery, the environment, and a friendly mouse to progress through a dungeon.

Why similar: Platformer 36.4%, Puzzle 24.2%, Puzzle Platformer 13.5%, Indie 7.9%, Action 6.2%

Super Switch is a difficult platformer in which you have to actively switch between 2 dimensions. It's tougher than iron and extremely rewarding.

Why similar: Indie 100%

MO: Astray is a pixel art, side-scrolling, action-platformer. Lead MO through mind-bending puzzles using special abilities. Bizarre enemies, threatening traps and ingenious level designs await.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.2%, Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 13%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Difficult 9.3%

The great arcade challenge in physics based platform world. Join the hardcore journey of 200 levels with puzzle elements and claim the title of Ultimate Solid!

Why similar: Difficult 25.2%, Puzzle Platformer 23.8%, Physics 16.8%, Puzzle 13.3%, Action 12.6%

Melt your brain with this twisted take on the platform genre!

Why similar: Side Scroller 29%, Difficult 20.5%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Platformer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%