- #1 Puyo Puyo™ Tetris® 2
97% matchVery Positive82% of 2,777 reviews2021
Dev: SEGA
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Japan’s beloved puzzle game series Puyo Puyo and the world-renowned Tetris® game franchise have teamed up again to deliver even more Puyo-popping and Tetrimino-clearing fun in Puyo Puyo Tetris 2.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 17.2%, Puzzle 16.5%, Competitive 16% ★, Arcade 10.3%, Casual 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game is the gold standard for competitive puzzle games, blending two iconic franchises into a fast-paced, strategic experience.
- #2 Tricky Towers
96% matchVery Positive90% of 16,237 reviews2016
Dev: WeirdBeard
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
With your brilliant robe and magic powers, it’s time to build some Tricky Towers! Stack your bricks in this land of fable, whose marvelous tower will be the most stable? Battle your friends and rise to fame, in this frantic physics game.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 18.3%, Local Co-Op 14.3%, Local Multiplayer 14%, Puzzle 11.4%, Strategy 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: This physics-based puzzle game brings the same competitive, high-stakes local multiplayer energy found in Tumblestone.
- #3 Petal Crash
96% matchVery Positive98% of 290 reviews2020
Dev: Friend & FairyPub: GalaxyTrail
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Crash blocks together into huge chain reactions in this frantic arcade action puzzler! Pick your favorite character and experience their tale in the Story Mode, solve tricky brain teasers and make your own in Puzzle Mode, shoot for high scores in Solo Play, or go head to head in Versus Mode!
Why similar: Indie 74.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%, Puzzle 7.2%, Arcade 4.6%, Family Friendly 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-puzzle game with unique movement mechanics that reward quick thinking and strategic planning.
- #4 LUMINES REMASTERED
95% matchVery Positive95% of 760 reviews2018
Dev: ResonairPub: Enhance
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 57%
The critically-acclaimed puzzle game produced by legendary creator Tetsuya Mizuguchi comes to PC.
Why similar: Indie 75.3%, Puzzle 12.6%, Casual 6.1%, Action 3.7%, Arcade 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a rhythmic, high-energy action-puzzle experience that requires the same level of focus and pattern recognition as Tumblestone.
- #5 Puyo Puyo Champions
94% matchMostly Positive80% of 883 reviews2019
Dev: Sonic TeamPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Easy to learn, tough to master! Challenge friends and family in local multiplayer or compete globally via online matchmaking. Built for all ages, this puzzle game comes with a surprisingly competitive edge.
Why similar: Competitive 33.9% ★, Puzzle 21.8%, 4 Player Local 10.8%, Casual 10.5%, Multiplayer 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A pure, focused competitive puzzle experience designed specifically for players who enjoy head-to-head matches.
- #6 TowerFall Ascension
94% matchVery Positive95% of 3,549 reviews2014
Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
TowerFall Ascension is the definitive version of the hit archery combat game. Inspired by classics from the golden age of couch multiplayer, it's a 4-player local party game centering around hilarious, intense versus matches. The core mechanics are simple and accessible, but hard to master and combat is fierce.
Why similar: Indie 65.8%, Local Multiplayer 10%, Local Co-Op 7.2%, 4 Player Local 7.2%, Action 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: While a 2D fighter, it captures the same chaotic and highly competitive local multiplayer feel that makes Tumblestone so fun with friends.
- #7 Mixolumia
92% matchVery Positive97% of 275 reviews2020
Dev: davemakes
Windows · Mac
Mixolumia is an entrancing musical arcade puzzler where diamond blocks slide together on a gem-shaped board and explode in glittering chain reactions.
Why similar: Indie 42.1%, Match 3 24.4% ★, Puzzle 10.1%, Arcade 6.3%, Casual 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A stylish, modern arcade puzzle game that emphasizes rhythm and satisfying chain reactions.
- #8 Crystal Crisis
93% matchVery Positive80% of 130 reviews2019
Dev: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
An all-star cast of heroes has gathered to test their mettle in this cute and chaotic new color-matching ONLINE combat game! Crystal Crisis is presented like a fighting game, but players attack by arranging falling crystals and clearing them from the screen. It’s the ultimate Online puzzle battle throwdown!
Why similar: Competitive 32.2% ★, Puzzle 17.4%, Local Multiplayer 16.9%, Casual 15.2%, Action 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: This title combines match-3 puzzle mechanics with fighting game elements, mirroring the intense competitive nature of Tumblestone.
- #9 Tetris® Effect: Connected
91% matchVery Positive95% of 8,701 reviews2021
Dev: Monstars Inc.Pub: Enhance
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Tetris® Effect: Connected adds an all-new robust multiplayer expansion to the huge variety of addictive and innovative single-player modes that Tetris Effect is known for, with all-new co-op and competitive online and local multiplayer modes!
Why similar: Indie 53.2%, Competitive 11.1% ★, Local Co-Op 7.8%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%, Puzzle 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: It provides a modern, polished take on classic puzzle mechanics with a strong emphasis on flow and competitive play.
- #10 10,000,000
91% matchVery Positive90% of 2,355 reviews2013
Dev: EightyEightGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
10000000: The Dungeon Crawling Matching Game
Why similar: Indie 64%, Match 3 24.7% ★, Puzzle 5.4%, Casual 2.8%, Action 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: It features a frantic, fast-paced match-3 loop that demands constant attention and quick decision-making.
- #11 Death Squared
90% matchVery Positive88% of 707 reviews2017
Dev: SMG Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Death Squared is a co-op puzzle game about cooperation, communication, and robot explosions. You should buy it!
Why similar: Indie 48.8%, 4 Player Local 11.2%, Local Co-Op 9.7%, Local Multiplayer 6.8%, Puzzle 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on cerebral, cooperative puzzle-solving that rewards communication and careful planning.
- #12 A Virus Named TOM
89% matchMixed56% of 749 reviews2012
Dev: Misfits Attic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Hack your way through brain scrambling puzzles while maneuvering through a thumb cramping maze of enemies.
Why similar: Indie 74.8%, Puzzle 7.3%, Strategy 4.9%, Local Co-Op 4.7%, Local Multiplayer 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: It blends puzzle-solving with action elements, requiring players to think quickly under pressure.
- #13 Block'Em!
85% matchVery Positive88% of 119 reviews2022
Dev: Cat Shawl GamesPub: Aurora Punks
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Block'Em! is an action-filled block-building party game for 2 to 4 players! The controls are simple but the road to victory is complex: be the first to reach the goal or be the last Blocky standing!
Why similar: Indie 56.2%, 4 Player Local 13.5%, Local Multiplayer 8.7%, Arcade 4%, Family Friendly 3.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, competitive party game that requires clever movement and puzzle-like thinking to outsmart opponents.
- #14 Anode
88% matchVery Positive88% of 111 reviews2015
Dev: Kittehface Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Anode reintroduces the classic falling-block puzzle genre, with new twists and challenges! Link blocks back and forth across each other. Match angled couplers to create chains of multiple colors. Play Mission Mode and complete randomly-generated objectives for more challenge!
Why similar: Indie 67.9%, Competitive 8.5% ★, Local Multiplayer 6.3%, Puzzle 5.9%, Casual 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced falling block puzzle game that emphasizes speed and quick pattern matching.
- #15 Splody
87% matchVery Positive94% of 99 reviews2017
Dev: Dashing Strike
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The classic couch competitive gameplay of games like Bomberman brought into the modern era. Place bombs, get out of the way, destroy your friends, collect power-ups, 'splode your way to victory in smooth multiplayer with virtually unlimited local and online players!
Why similar: Indie 71.7%, 4 Player Local 6.7%, Local Multiplayer 5.2%, Casual 4.3%, Action 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A competitive local multiplayer game that focuses on fast-paced, grid-based action and quick reflexes.
- #16 Tidalis
89% matchMixed64% of 240 reviews2010
Dev: Arcen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Tidalis is a block-based puzzle game with casual appeal, hardcore depth, and an addictive new "streams" mechanic. The game is brimming over with riffs and variants on that core mechanic with 20 game modes, dozens of special blocks and items, and 115 levels in the adventure mode alone.
Why similar: Indie 67.5%, Match 3 10.9% ★, Puzzle 4.7%, Casual 4.5%, Co-op 2.9%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers a unique take on chain-reaction puzzles that rewards strategic setup and planning.
- #17 Tiles
86% matchVery Positive82% of 55 reviews2017
Dev: Romans I XVI Gaming
Windows · Mac · Linux
Tiles is a unique action-puzzle game that will both convolute your mind and burn your finger tips!
Why similar: Indie 83.1%, Split Screen 6.1% ★, Local Multiplayer 4.7%, Puzzle 3.5%, Action 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist puzzle game that focuses on precise execution and level-based challenges.
- #18 Gem Forge
84% matchVery Positive89% of 72 reviews2016
Dev: Bogemic Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
An addictive puzzle game where you need to move and merge gems of the same type. The game is similar to the games like Threes! and 2048, except there is no numbers here, but gemstones.
Why similar: Indie 60.7%, Match 3 19.5% ★, Puzzle 5.4%, Casual 4.1%, Arcade 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A casual match-3 arcade game that provides a straightforward and satisfying puzzle loop.
- #19 Stikbold! A Dodgeball Adventure
84% matchVery Positive89% of 473 reviews2016
Dev: Game SwingPub: Curve Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Stikbold is a glorious and intense sport which will put your friendships to the test with fast-paced, hard-hitting and occasionally hilariously unfair action! Or play the co-op story mode to unlock the full roster of quirky sporting heroes and earn achievements.
Why similar: Indie 58.9%, Local Co-Op 7.5%, 4 Player Local 7.4%, Local Multiplayer 7.4%, Competitive 5.3% ★
Why You'll Like It: A funny, colorful local multiplayer game that captures the same spirit of competitive, fast-paced fun.
- #20 Antonball Deluxe
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 883 reviews2021
Dev: Summitsphere
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 48%
The breakout title from Summitsphere, Antonball Deluxe is a retro, high-octane smorgasbord of ballbusting arcade action! Antonball Deluxe quite literally turns the breakout genre on its head, blending traditional brick-breaking gameplay with tight, intense platforming.
Why similar: Indie 41.7%, Arcade 15.1%, Family Friendly 9.6%, Competitive 8.1% ★, Funny 8%
Why You'll Like It: A unique arcade-style puzzle-platformer that requires quick reflexes and careful positioning.
- #21 Doughlings: Arcade
82% matchVery Positive90% of 143 reviews2018
Dev: Hero Concept
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Doughlings brings unique gameplay mechanics through its interesting characters and the world while combining together the best that all known Arkanoid games have to offer, polished with a modern look and design.
Why similar: Indie 85.8%, Arcade 4.2%, Action 3.9%, Puzzle 2%, Casual 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style action game that requires quick reactions and precise movement to clear the screen.
- #22 Mighty Gemstones
83% matchMixed50% of 67 reviews2018
Dev: Sabrina Aridi
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Combine all gemstones to complete the many different missions in this match 3 game.
Why similar: Indie 61.3%, Match 3 18.6% ★, Strategy 6.3%, Puzzle 5.6%, Casual 4%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a strategic approach to the match-3 genre, focusing on planning and board management.
- #23 Brickochet
81% matchVery Positive97% of 107 reviews2017
Dev: Graham Garven
Windows
Brickochet revitalizes classic brick breaking action in this fast-paced, explosive arcade game that all can enjoy!
Why similar: Indie 84.3%, Casual 5.5%, Action 5.2%, Arcade 3%, Relaxing 1.5%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired arcade game that focuses on fast-paced action and satisfying destruction mechanics.
- #24 TETRUX: Online
81% matchVery Positive89% of 107 reviews2019
Dev: Visigames
Windows
The classic of arcades has returned, and better than ever! Solo or with friends, in TETRUX: Online you can play in a wide variety of gamemodes.
Why similar: Indie 71.2%, Split Screen 4.8% ★, Casual 4.7%, Competitive 4.6% ★, Action 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A competitive puzzle game that focuses on fast, arcade-style gameplay against other players.
- #25 Pixel Puzzles Ultimate Jigsaw Puzzles
77% matchMostly Positive76% of 2,767 reviews2022
Dev: Pixel Puzzles
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 57.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The Number 1 Jigsaw Puzzle Game.
Why similar: Indie 30%, Puzzle 15.2%, 4 Player Local 11%, Local Co-Op 7.7%, Local Multiplayer 7.1%
- #26 Critical Mass
82% matchMixed69% of 440 reviews2011
Dev: Manic Game Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 18 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Critical Mass is an action puzzle game that takes traditional match 3 and brings it into the world of 3D.
Why similar: Indie 85.3%, Puzzle 8.5%, Casual 5.8%, Singleplayer 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: A match-3 arcade puzzle game that shares the core mechanics and singleplayer focus of Tumblestone.
- #27 Tetris® Forever
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 294 reviews2024
Dev: Digital Eclipse
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Celebrate 40 years of Tetris® with 15+ games, a new game, and documentary videos
Why similar: Split Screen 31% ★, Puzzle 17.3%, 4 Player Local 10.9%, Arcade 10.9%, Casual 9.7%
- #28 Tools Up!
79% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,078 reviews2019
Dev: The Knights of UnityPub: Untold Tales
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Tools Up! is an exciting local co-op that tests your renovation and teamwork skills. Paint walls, tear off wallpaper, and move couches against the clock!
Why similar: Indie 61.4%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, 4 Player Local 5%, Casual 3.9%, Local Multiplayer 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A chaotic local co-op game that requires coordination and quick thinking to succeed under pressure.
- #29 Suika Shapes
75% matchVery Positive95% of 106 reviews2023
Dev: Zanthous
Windows · Mac · Linux
Strategically match an insane number of shapes and make a watermelon without running out of space in this new hit action puzzle game! Featuring intense versus modes, and relaxing co-operative modes, play online or offline however you'd like!
Why similar: Indie 59.7%, Local Co-Op 16.4%, Local Multiplayer 6.4%, Puzzle 3.1%, Action 2.7%
- #30 CastleStorm
80% matchVery Positive89% of 1,616 reviews2013
Dev: Zen Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Welcome to the world of CastleStorm, a super genre mashup of 2D physics destruction mashed with tower defense brawler! CastleStorm was born out of the fond childhood memory of building and destroying LEGO castles.
Why similar: Indie 64%, Strategy 6%, Split Screen 4.9% ★, Local Multiplayer 4.6%, Local Co-Op 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game blends physics-based destruction with strategy, offering a different but complementary puzzle-action experience.
- #31 Button Tales
78% matchVery Positive94% of 154 reviews2016
Dev: Anvate Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Button Tales is a breathtaking and challenging Match 3 game with innovation mechanics. This is a real fresh perspective on the Match 3 genre. Meet cute characters and explore the breathtaking environment. The wonderful music and effects will help you delve right into the game.
Why similar: Indie 47.9%, Match 3 28% ★, Puzzle 7.1%, Casual 4.7%, Family Friendly 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: A match-3 adventure game that offers a more relaxed, puzzle-focused experience.
- #32 Sparkle Unleashed
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 100 reviews2016
Dev: 10tons Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Sparkle Unleashed is a wonderfully polished casual action puzzle game. Match like colored orbs before they fall into the abyss, unlock earthshaking powerups, and conquer more than a 100 levels! Carve a path of light through an enchanting world of mystery and magic!
Why similar: Indie 76%, Match 3 8.6% ★, Casual 4.8%, Action 4.4%, Puzzle 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: An action-puzzle game that focuses on chain reactions and clearing boards under time pressure.
- #33 Tetraminos
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 125 reviews2017
Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
The classic arcade game is back in a supercharged version! Discover timeless gameplay revamped, practise in Puzzle mode and challenge your friends in local Versus mode with up to 4 players!
Why similar: Indie 59.6%, 4 Player Local 5.7%, Local Multiplayer 5%, Puzzle 4.4%, Casual 4.3%
- #34 Dungeons & Jewels
70% matchVery Positive91% of 102 reviews2023
Dev: JJJ
Windows · Linux
Roguelike twist on tile-matching puzzle games. Collect relics. Learn spells. Unlock new equipment. Fight bosses and monsters. Use your abilities by matching tiles, creating combos, and solving puzzles!
Why similar: Indie 52.6%, Match 3 26.6% ★, Puzzle 7.8%, Strategy 7.6%, Casual 4%
- #35 Tsuro - The Game of The Path
73% matchVery Positive93% of 158 reviews2020
Dev: Thunderbox Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Relax with this beautiful, Zen board game. Play with friends, AI, or simply enjoy the solo experience. It's like a holiday for your mind...
Why similar: 4 Player Local 30.5%, Local Multiplayer 17.2%, Puzzle 16.7%, Strategy 16.2%, Casual 9.6%
- #36 Bytebond
65% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: DVD UnicornsPub: Anshar Publishing
Windows · Mac
Split Fiction meets Portal! Bytebond is an electrifying online & couch co-op puzzle game that challenges you to regain control over an infected CPU. Dive into the heart of a PC with your friend and become the ultimate Antivirus Special Forces duo.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 27.4%, Puzzle 19%, Co-op 17.5%, Action 10%, Casual 8.5%
- #37 Millie
75% matchVery Positive83% of 839 reviews2014
Dev: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A joyful, casual puzzle game that will tease both your wits and your memory!
Why similar: Indie 79.9%, Casual 6.7%, Puzzle 6.1%, Action 4.2%, Family Friendly 1.6%
- #38 Radical Rabbit Stew
72% matchVery Positive96% of 196 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: Indie 69%, Local Multiplayer 7.2%, Puzzle 5.6%, Competitive 4.8% ★, Action 3.9%
- #39 Puzzle Quest: Immortal Edition
65% matchMostly Positive78% of 533 reviews2025
Dev: Infinity Plus 2Pub: 505 Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Puzzle Quest: Immortal Edition combines the classic match 3 puzzle game with deep level role playing. Match 3 or more gems in a row to gain mana used to cast spells, battle opponents, collect items and rewards, and advance in the quests collected from nearly 20 years!
Why similar: Match 3 51.4% ★, Puzzle 16.4%, Casual 12.3%, Action 10.5%, Hand-drawn 5.8%
- #40 Falling Face Fragments
63% matchVery Positive97% of 100 reviews2025
Dev: AshumArcade
Windows
Falling Face Fragments is a falling block puzzle game where you must assemble faces correctly and clear them on a button press. The more faces you have on screen when you choose to clear them, the higher you will score! Three fun modes of play; arcade mode, mission mode, and local 2-player!
Why similar: Indie 39.3%, Split Screen 18.2% ★, Puzzle 11.9%, Local Multiplayer 7.8%, Arcade 7%
- #41 Dreamstones
74% matchVery Positive81% of 95 reviews2017
Dev: Windybeard
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Dreamstones is an exciting combination of modern block-breaker gameplay with action RPG statistics, collectable loot and world building.
Why similar: Arcade 19%, Family Friendly 16.9%, Casual 16.4%, Hand-drawn 15.2%, Action 12.9%
- #42 Brick Breaker
76% matchMixed47% of 144 reviews2017
Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Brick Breaker, the classic arcade game, is back with a breathtaking new version. Get ready for some seriously explosive gameplay filled with surprises. Collect bonuses, avoid traps and play your way to victory across all the levels. Play with up to 4 players in local mode.
Why similar: Indie 65.8%, Puzzle 5.5%, Casual 4.4%, Action 3.9%, Funny 3.8%
- #43 Rock of Ages 3: Make & Break
71% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,672 reviews2020
Dev: ACE TeamPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Competitive tower defense meets arcade action and gets rolled up with ACE Team's quirky, Monty Python-esque humor into one giant, creative game for the ages. This time around, you can even make your own levels!
Why similar: Indie 68.5%, Strategy 8%, Puzzle 5.5%, Action 4.2%, Funny 3.7%
- #44 3SwitcheD
77% matchMixed42% of 655 reviews2012
Dev: Reality PumpPub: Topware Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Be careful! This Game is addictive! You won´t find more challenges, more speed, more fun and more treasures anywhere in the known Universe!3SwitcheD™ combines classical Gameplay with fascinating new technologies. Find yourself in a new World arcade gaming.
Why similar: Indie 44%, Casual 43%, Match 3 10% ★, Puzzle 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #45 Domino Sky
73% matchVery Positive80% of 373 reviews2016
Dev: russpuppy
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Domino Sky is a physics based game where you place and topple domino pieces to solve puzzles. Free build mode also available.
Why similar: Indie 73%, Strategy 7.3%, Puzzle 6.4%, Casual 4.2%, Relaxing 2.9%
- #46 2048
71% matchVery Positive87% of 190 reviews2018
Dev: LA\VA
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 16.4 hrs≥1hr: 61%
THE ORIGINAL MADE BETTER | 2048 is a classic puzzle with the simple goal of reaching 2048. Move your tiles around the board – When two tiles with the same number touch, they merge into one!
Why similar: Indie 78.1%, Strategy 8.3%, Competitive 5.5% ★, Casual 4.8%, Puzzle 3.3%
- #47 Rock of Ages
72% matchVery Positive92% of 3,953 reviews2011
Dev: ACE TeamPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 78%
A rock-solid combination of rock-rolling action, deep strategy, and captivating art and music from different ages of history, this is a game of crush or be crushed!
Why similar: Indie 75.6%, Strategy 8.4%, Action 3.9%, Local Multiplayer 3.5%, Split Screen 2.9% ★
- #48 Sagrada
69% matchVery Positive94% of 419 reviews2020
Dev: Dire Wolf
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
A game of dice drafting and window crafting.
Why similar: Indie 57.7%, Match 3 20.3% ★, Strategy 7.3%, Puzzle 6.3%, Relaxing 3.3%
- #49 Jumpala
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 53 reviews2021
Dev: Yokereba GamesPub: Versus Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Jumpala is a fast-paced action puzzler with heavy fighting game vibes. While the core mechanics are simple, each game is a test of skill and strategy as you try to outscore and outplay your opponents. Features both local and online play.
Why similar: Competitive 27.3% ★, Local Multiplayer 20.7%, Strategy 13.3%, Puzzle 13%, Arcade 8.7%
- #50 Running Fable Petite Party
60% matchVery Positive98% of 58 reviews2026
Dev: Seashell Studio
Windows
Running Fable Petite Party throws you and your friends into 16 fast-paced, friendship-testing mini-games across 3 tabletop arenas. Outsmart, outplay, and out laugh each other in this ultimate party showdown for 1–4 players!
Why similar: 4 Player Local 34.4%, Split Screen 34.3% ★, Arcade 11.3%, Action 10.8%, Family Friendly 9.1%
- #51 Dungeon Hearts
73% matchMixed62% of 538 reviews2013
Dev: Cube RootsPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Dungeon Hearts fuses the strategy and pattern matching of puzzle games with the kinetic pace of action games. Align magical runes as they flow along the Fatestream to attack, defend, and conjure magic in frenetic battles against a bestiary of fantastic creatures out to use those same runes against you.
Why similar: Indie 64%, Match 3 16.9% ★, Strategy 5.7%, Puzzle 4.9%, Casual 4.4%
- #52 Moving Out
67% matchVery Positive80% of 2,247 reviews2020
Dev: SMG StudioPub: Team17
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Moving Out is a ridiculous physics-based moving simulator that brings new meaning to "couch co-op"! Are you ready for an exciting career in furniture? As a newly certified Furniture Arrangement & Relocation Technician, you’ll take on moving jobs all across the busy town of Packmore.
Why similar: Indie 67.3%, Local Co-Op 5.4%, 4 Player Local 5.1%, Local Multiplayer 4.6%, Casual 4.4%
- #53 Stackflow
59% matchVery Positive95% of 118 reviews2025
Dev: Caue FerraretoPub: Pixel Purrfect
Windows · Mac · Linux
Stackflow is a hypnotically addictive strategic roguelike about the pure pleasure of fitting pieces perfectly. Discover unique blocks, create satisfying connections, and trigger explosive combos that release pure dopamine.
Why similar: Indie 68.7%, Strategy 11.5%, Casual 6.8%, Arcade 6.1%, Relaxing 3.9%
- #54 Square Brawl
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 187 reviews2015
Dev: landfall
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 34%
A fast and skill based party game where all of the focus lies in fun and engaging gameplay.
Why similar: Indie 76.4%, 4 Player Local 9.6%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%, Action 6.4%
- #55 aMAZE Double
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 181 reviews2017
Dev: Blender Games
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 51%
aMAZE Double is a straightforward and surprisingly-difficult celebration of the simple beauty of the maze with portal and gem's
Why similar: Indie 73%, Puzzle 8.4%, Strategy 6.4%, Family Friendly 4.3%, Casual 4.1%
- #56 Puyo Puyo™Tetris®
67% matchVery Positive85% of 5,548 reviews2018
Dev: Sonic TeamPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Two puzzle game juggernauts collide as global phenomenon Tetris® and SEGA’s famous Puyo Puyo™ combine in a super mash-up of ferocious competition, adorable looks, and addictive puzzle fun!
Why similar: Competitive 27.9% ★, Puzzle 19.4%, Local Multiplayer 11.7%, Casual 9.7%, 4 Player Local 8.5%
- #57 Puzzle Puppers
68% matchVery Positive93% of 108 reviews2017
Dev: Cardboard Keep
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Stretch out cute dogs to their food bowls! Easy to learn, difficult to master with deceptively simple puzzles and mechanics.
Why similar: Indie 79%, Strategy 6%, Puzzle 5.5%, Casual 4.9%, Family Friendly 1.7%
- #58 Slip 'n Slime
58% matchVery Positive96% of 72 reviews2025
Dev: Wild Magic Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Slip 'n slide around this casual puzzle adventure! Be a cute slime and explore a magical world. Only stop sliding when you run into something -- SPLAT! Perfect to pick up 'n play for a minute or binge in a weekend.
Why similar: Puzzle 26%, Indie 20.6%, Casual 16.7%, Arcade 13.8%, Relaxing 9.9%