- #1 Turbo Pug
97% matchVery Positive90% of 3,354 reviews2015
Dev: Space Cat StudiosPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
It's time to unleash your inner pug! Turbo Pug is a casual runner with difficult, random, procedurally generated levels. Enjoy random weather and try to avoid getting zapped by lightning. Unlock new costumes for your pug and new characters to play as. Please try not to squish your pug!
Why similar: Indie 91.2%, Runner 3.5%, Difficult 1.8%, Pixel Graphics 1.6%, Casual 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: The original title in the series that established the fast-paced, pug-themed runner gameplay.
- #2 Turbo Pug 3D
96% matchMixed69% of 393 reviews2016
Dev: Wulo GamesPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Turbo Pug is back! And this time, he's three dimensional! Join Turbo Pug and friends, sprint your way through a randomly generated voxel world with scaling difficulty. Turbo Pug 3D - Fast paced, casual fun.
Why similar: Indie 66.5%, Runner 11.1%, Casual 10.7%, Cute 4.4%, Difficult 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A direct sequel that transitions the series into a 3D environment while maintaining the cute, casual aesthetic.
- #3 Super Mega Neo Pug
96% matchVery Positive84% of 776 reviews2016
Dev: SnowFlamePub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Turbo Pug is back! and this time, he's airborne! Fly through deserts, green fields and more stunning environments. Dodge an onslaught of enemies and go head to head with giant bosses! Unlock new costumes for Turbo Pug and new creatures to play as. Please try not to squish your pug!
Why similar: Indie 51.1%, Casual 39.1%, Difficult 5.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%, Singleplayer 0.1%
Why You'll Like It: A spin-off that keeps the pug-centric theme while adding more intense action and pixel-art platforming elements.
- #4 Montaro
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,209 reviews2016
Dev: JCKSLAPPub: 02GAMES
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 26.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Montaro is a DOGE.
Why similar: Indie 48.3%, Runner 14.9%, Dog 12.5% ★, Cute 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features a cute dog protagonist in a casual, meme-filled environment that mirrors the lighthearted tone of Turbo Pug.
- #5 Grapple Dogs: Cosmic Canines
92% matchVery Positive96% of 234 reviews2024
Dev: Medallion GamesPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Swing, jump, and blast through dimensions in the follow-up to the critically-acclaimed 2D action-platformer Grapple Dog. Zip between action-packed worlds as Pablo and Luna team up to save the cosmos in their own unique ways.
Why similar: Indie 53.1%, Dog 20.5% ★, Difficult 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%, Cute 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A sequel that expands on the dog-themed platforming mechanics with even more vibrant, collectathon-style gameplay.
- #6 Montaro RE
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,331 reviews2018
Dev: JCKSLAPPub: 02GAMES
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 73.5 hrs≥1hr: 25%
The DOGE is back!
Why similar: Indie 60.9%, Dog 15.3% ★, Runner 10%, Cute 5.4%, Casual 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: An expanded version of the original Montaro that enhances the dog-themed casual experience with more content.
- #7 Grapple Dog
93% matchVery Positive87% of 852 reviews2022
Dev: Medallion GamesPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Jump, Swing and Zip your way through colourful worlds and exciting challenges in this unique 2D action-platformer! Master the power of the Grapple on your adventure to save the world!
Why similar: Indie 51.5%, Dog 19.1% ★, Cute 8%, Funny 6.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A colorful, dog-themed platformer that emphasizes movement and precision similar to the platforming sections of Turbo Pug.
- #8 Dino Run DX
94% matchVery Positive94% of 1,599 reviews2015
Dev: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
DINOSAURS. PIXELS. PYROCLASTIC DOOM WALLS. MASSIVE INDIE CROSSOVERS. Dino Run DX has all of that and more. Come rediscover the original runner and escape extinction all over again.
Why similar: Indie 69.2%, Runner 21%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Platformer 2.5%, 2D 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic fast-paced, pixel-art runner that shares the same sense of urgency and retro charm.
- #9 Russian Subway Dogs
91% matchVery Positive97% of 270 reviews2018
Dev: Spooky Squid Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A fast-paced arcade game inspired by the real-life stray dogs of the Moscow metro. Compete in online leaderboards and progress through a challenging campaign while unlocking guest critters from your fave games! Juggle vodka, bark fire, cook bears, and more! Can you steal enough food to survive?
Why similar: Indie 45.7%, Dog 29.4% ★, Cute 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Funny 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A cute, dog-themed score-attack game that captures the frantic, arcade-like energy of the genre.
- #10 Dig Dog
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 82 reviews2018
Dev: Rusty MoyherPub: Wild Rooster
Windows · Mac
An action roguelike digger. Dig to discover treasure, adventure and bones! Jump, dash, stomp and dig your way through a strange world inhabited by stranger creatures.
Why similar: Indie 58.9%, Dog 22.6% ★, Difficult 5.1%, Platformer 4.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dog-centric action game that features fast, challenging, and roguelike-inspired platforming.
- #11 Dog Adventure
88% matchVery Positive83% of 92 reviews2022
Dev: Quarlellle
Windows
Dog Adventure is an incredibly challenging side-scrolling game. If you like challenging platformers, then this game is definitely for you. In this game you play as a funny dog that needs to get into its house. Complete all the hardest levels of this game with funny music!
Why similar: Indie 87%, Casual 4.8%, Difficult 4.5%, Platformer 2%, Adventure 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A precision platformer focused on a dog protagonist that provides the same level of challenge as the harder stages in Turbo Pug.
- #12 Super Mustache
90% matchMostly Positive73% of 652 reviews2016
Dev: Redro GamesPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Super Mustache is a vintage styled platformer, filled to the brim with 8 bit pixel art juice! Join Captain Super Mustache in a journey to save the planet Uranus. If you enjoyed classic platformer games from the golden era of video games, then you’re going to love this.
Why similar: Indie 94.2%, Platformer 2.1%, Casual 1.5%, Pixel Graphics 1.5%, Adventure 0.7%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled platformer that captures the indie, casual, and adventurous spirit of Turbo Pug DX.
- #13 Alpacapaca Dash
89% matchVery Positive88% of 213 reviews2017
Dev: Synnergy Circle Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Alpacapaca Dash is an endless runner with lasers and alpacas, a fun, cute and addictive game. Try to get the highest score, the highest amount of coins, unlock all alpacas and play until you can fully restore the world!
Why similar: Indie 78.8%, Runner 10.4%, Difficult 3.6%, Cute 2.8%, Casual 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A casual, cute runner that shares the simple, addictive mechanics of the Turbo Pug series.
- #14 Balthazar's Dream
89% matchVery Positive88% of 114 reviews2017
Dev: Psilocybe Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Visit a wonderfully peculiar dog's dream in a heroic attempt to save your owner in this beautiful pixel art puzzle platformer.
Why similar: Indie 69.1%, Dog 10.8% ★, Pixel Graphics 4.8%, Difficult 4.1%, Cute 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: A dog-themed adventure game that blends puzzle-platforming with a charming, pixelated aesthetic.
- #15 One Dog Story
87% matchMostly Positive79% of 516 reviews2017
Dev: Big Way GamesPub: Big Way
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 96%
One Dog Story is an engaging pixel adventure game with RPG elements, gameplay that’ll get you hooked for hours, and well-developed characters. You wake up in an underground laboratory, free again after a horrific accident. Prepare to explore this expansive game world and its many secrets and mysteries.
Why similar: Indie 83%, Cute 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%, Platformer 3.7%, Adventure 1.7%
Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art adventure featuring a dog protagonist that balances platforming with an engaging narrative.
- #16 Spikit
86% matchVery Positive80% of 435 reviews2016
Dev: Blastoid EntertainmentPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Spikit is a bullet hell game developed by a single developer, Igor Petrović. With a soundtrack composed by Dario Malešević. In this game, the player will have to dodge a constant barrage of spikes coming from the side of the screen.
Why similar: Indie 99.6%, Casual 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: A difficult, indie, casual game that provides a similar level of challenge to the harder platforming sections of Turbo Pug.
- #17 Super Space Pug
86% matchMixed55% of 319 reviews2016
Dev: Digital Dawn StudiosPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Super Space Pug is a classic arcade shmup. Take control of 'Demetrius the Third'(Space Pug) to defend your personal space from the evil, fish flinging cats and random rocks because its a space shmup, and without rocks it would be rather non-space-y.
Why similar: Indie 50.3%, Dog 22.5% ★, Cute 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Casual 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A pug-themed, arcade-style shooter that shares the same quirky, dog-centric branding as the Turbo Pug series.
- #18 Downwell
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,486 reviews2015
Dev: MoppinPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.
Why similar: Indie 77.7%, Difficult 9%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Platformer 4.7%, Adventure 0.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, difficult, and highly addictive pixel-art game that rewards quick reflexes.
- #19 BIT.TRIP RUNNER
85% matchVery Positive86% of 3,946 reviews2011
Dev: Gaijin Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Experience the rhythmic thrill of BIT.TRIP RUNNER! With its retro charm, simple controls, and award-winning visuals, this classic sets the standard for rhythm gaming. Don't miss the game that started it all in the acclaimed runner series.
Why similar: Indie 58%, Runner 25.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%, Difficult 5.3%, Platformer 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: The definitive rhythm-based runner that offers the high-speed, challenging gameplay loop found in Turbo Pug.
- #20 Gato Roboto
82% matchVery Positive94% of 5,065 reviews2019
Dev: doinksoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.
Why similar: Indie 83%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%, Cute 3.5%, Platformer 3%, Difficult 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: A cute, pixel-art platformer that features tight controls and a charming, small-scale world.
- #21 Canabalt
84% matchVery Positive88% of 301 reviews2015
Dev: Finji
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Escape the destruction of your city with just one button! The game that popularized the infinite runner genre is back with two-player mode and new challenges.
Why similar: Indie 76.6%, Runner 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 3.4%, Platformer 2.1%
Why You'll Like It: An iconic endless runner that focuses on minimalist, fast-paced movement and survival.
- #22 Pikuniku
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 10,974 reviews2019
Dev: Arnaud De BockPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Pikuniku is an absurdly wonderful puzzle-exploration game that takes place in a strange but playful world where not everything is as happy as it seems. Help peculiar characters overcome struggles, uncover a deep state conspiracy, and start a little revolution in this delightful dystopian adventure!
Why similar: Indie 78.8%, Cute 7%, Funny 5.3%, Casual 4.1%, Platformer 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: A funny, cute platformer that shares the lighthearted and whimsical tone of the Turbo Pug series.
- #23 Super Meat Boy
83% matchVery Positive94% of 36,925 reviews2010
Dev: Team Meat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!
Why similar: Indie 74.5%, Difficult 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%, Platformer 6%, Funny 1.3%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging platformer that shares the 'easy to learn, hard to master' difficulty curve of Turbo Pug.
- #24 VVVVVV
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 10,401 reviews2010
Dev: Terry Cavanagh
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?
Why similar: Indie 75.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Difficult 8.7%, Platformer 5.2%, 2D 0.5%
Why You'll Like It: A difficult, retro-styled platformer that emphasizes precise movement and quick restarts.
- #25 Celeste
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 138,420 reviews2018
Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 26.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 73.1%, Difficult 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Platformer 4.3%, Cute 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging, pixel-art platformer that offers a high level of polish and satisfying movement mechanics.
- #26 Pug'llector
75% matchMixed61% of 80 reviews2024
Dev: Boreal View Studio
Windows
Pug'llector is a clicker game where you can invest into various upgrades, buy backgrounds and all about collecting a diversity of pugs, you'll get pugs while you play. Become a Pug'llector yourself.
Why similar: Dog 58.8% ★, Cute 13.3%, Casual 10%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Funny 6.8%
- #27 N++ (NPLUSPLUS)
80% matchVery Positive94% of 3,463 reviews2016
Dev: Metanet Software Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
N++ is a fast-paced, momentum-based platformer about darting around obstacles, narrowly evading enemies and collecting gold in a beautiful minimalist landscape.
Why similar: Indie 81.6%, Difficult 13.7%, Platformer 4.3%, Singleplayer 0.4%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, difficult platformer that tests your reflexes and movement skills in short, intense bursts.
- #28 Super Panda Adventures
81% matchVery Positive93% of 1,020 reviews2014
Dev: BlueEagle ProductionsPub: Paul Schneider
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
In Super Panda Adventures, you play as the brave panda-knight Fu, who is about to finish his training to become the new guardian of the Princess. At the same day of the big celebration party, some uninvited Robots show up to conquer the planet and take the Princess away in their Space Ships!
Why similar: Indie 88.4%, Platformer 6%, Cute 3.7%, Adventure 1.6%, 2D 0.3%
Why You'll Like It: A cute, casual platformer that focuses on exploration and light combat in a colorful world.
- #29 Duck Game
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 38,933 reviews2015
Dev: Landon PodbielskiPub: CORPTRON GAMES CORP.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Enter the futuristic year of 1984, an age where ducks run wild in a frantic battle for glory. Blast your friends with Shotguns, Net Guns, Mind Control Rays, Saxophones, Magnet Guns, and much, much more. This is DUCK GAME. Don't blink.
Why similar: Indie 69.3%, Funny 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Platformer 4.6%, Casual 1.6%
Why You'll Like It: A funny, pixel-art game that captures the chaotic and lighthearted energy of indie arcade titles.
- #30 Cyber-doge 2077: Meme runner
77% matchVery Positive95% of 180 reviews2020
Dev: Take Toad
Windows
Furious 3D runner about a pumped-up dog. Run as far as possible! Collect coins! Set new records and enjoy a great soundtrack.
Why similar: Indie 60.6%, Runner 16.8%, Dog 11.6% ★, Cute 3.5%, Casual 3.3%
- #31 Super Hexagon
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 24,964 reviews2012
Dev: Terry Cavanagh
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.
Why similar: Indie 82%, Difficult 16.9%, Casual 0.6%, 2D 0.2%, Singleplayer 0.2%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, difficult, and minimalist arcade game that focuses on pure reaction time.
- #32 Goodboy Galaxy
69% matchVery Positive96% of 138 reviews2024
Dev: Goodboy Galaxy Ltd.
Windows · Linux
A vibrant sci-fi platform adventure game where you help Maxwell the dog explore unfamiliar worlds, make strange new friends and contend with mysterious forces - by jumping, shooting, slicing, shrinking, warping and drilling.
Why similar: Dog 37.9% ★, Indie 26.6%, Platformer 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Adventure 4.8%
- #33 Nyan Cat: Lost In Space
78% matchVery Positive93% of 1,987 reviews2015
Dev: isTom Games Kft.
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Play with the most celebrated flying cat in human history. Drink milk, eat ice-cream, collect coins, buy gorgeous boosts, fly like a superhero (sorry... supercat), jump onto platforms made of cake, avoid angry dogs, and discover the infinite space.
Why similar: Indie 60.1%, Difficult 8.1%, Cute 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, Funny 6%
- #34 Desk Paws
66% matchVery Positive91% of 527 reviews2025
Dev: GinkgoGamesPub: Captcha Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 22.5 hrsMean: 76.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Collect over 100 stylish little pets on your desktop! They can freely move along the bottom of your screen, or live in the little houses you've carefully decorated for them. Hmm... or perhaps send them on adventures to earn treats?
Why similar: Cute 34.5%, Pixel Graphics 28.5%, Casual 19.8%, Dog 13.4% ★, 2D 2.8%
- #35 DISTRAINT: Deluxe Edition
76% matchVery Positive93% of 12,692 reviews2015
Dev: Jesse Makkonen
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
DISTRAINT is a 2D psychological horror adventure game for PC. In order to secure a partnership in a famous company, Price seizes the property of an elderly woman. In that very moment, he finds out the price of his humanity.
Why similar: Indie 99.6%, Pixel Graphics 0.3%, Adventure 0.1%, 2D 0%, Singleplayer 0%
- #36 Go Slimey Go!
64% matchVery Positive99% of 127 reviews2025
Dev: TembacPub: Tembac and Chabbie
Windows
Help Slimey, our tiny slippery protagonist, visit his friends for some well deserved teatime after some thrilling platforming challenges!
Why similar: Dog 46.1% ★, Cute 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Platformer 10.4%, Casual 7.5%
- #37 The Purring Quest
77% matchVery Positive82% of 1,721 reviews2015
Dev: Valhalla Cats
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Have you ever wanted to be a cat? You will be able, thanks to the aventure platformer The Purring Quest. Take on the role of Kimchi the cat and meet famous cat of the internet in a journey full of humor.
Why similar: Indie 81.3%, Cute 8.1%, Platformer 4.9%, Difficult 2.3%, Casual 1.6%
- #38 Puppy Cross
73% matchVery Positive97% of 293 reviews2020
Dev: DIMANCHE CORP.
Windows
Nonograms and cute dogs, welcome to Puppy Cross!
Why similar: Indie 75.2%, Dog 12.4% ★, Cute 4.2%, Casual 4.2%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%
- #39 Howloween Hero
70% matchVery Positive97% of 65 reviews2021
Dev: Gossamer Games
Windows · Mac
A spooky trick-or-treat adventure about a mischievous puppy on a mission to score the evening's best candy. Create your costume, explore the neighborhood, and help your friends track down a menacing monster to save Halloween.
Why similar: Dog 56.5% ★, Cute 16.8%, Funny 16%, Casual 6.7%, Adventure 3.5%
- #40 Super Lobster Run
72% matchVery Positive95% of 85 reviews2020
Dev: Volens Games
Windows
Embark on an Epic Journey as Laughy the Lobster
Why similar: Indie 68%, Runner 20.4%, Cute 5.1%, Casual 4.1%, Adventure 2.1%
- #41 Cash Cow DX
65% matchVery Positive96% of 84 reviews2024
Dev: pixel games SARL-S
Windows · Linux
Holy cow, it’s all about the moooney! Run, jump and slide in this udderly moo-velous adventure to reclaim your fortunes from those sneaky Pig Pockets. Tough as nails and no continues! Are you up for the challenge?
Why similar: Funny 39.3%, Cute 32.1%, Pixel Graphics 24%, 2D 3.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #42 Dogs Organized Neatly
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,432 reviews2021
Dev: DU&I
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
In this 2D puzzle game you have the responsibility to arrange lovely doggos in a way that fits the grid. Dogs Organized Neatly comes with 80 brand-new hand-crafted levels and a whole bunch of dogs in all shapes and sizes.
Why similar: Indie 52%, Dog 28.3% ★, Cute 8.3%, Casual 5.8%, Funny 4.5%
- #43 The Tower Of Elements
76% matchMixed59% of 358 reviews2015
Dev: Wulo GamesPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Master the magic of Elements. Defend your tower against sneaky goblins using magic attacks. Upgrade the Tower to earn more mana points and Gems! Compare with your friends in versus mode or fight together in coop mode. Try to become the best on the Steam leaderboards and collect all the Achievements!
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #44 Domestic Dog
74% matchVery Positive82% of 492 reviews2015
Dev: SD
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Have you ever wanted to be a dog? Well now you can, kinda...
Why similar: Dog 51.3% ★, Cute 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Funny 11.7%, Casual 8.5%
- #45 Dog Clicker
70% matchMixed47% of 85 reviews2022
Dev: Altozose
Windows
Welcome to the world of Dogtopia! Here in Dogtopia, dogs are your greatest companion! They often like to play around, bark at inanimate objects, and fetch stuff! They also seem to have a keen eye for shiny things!
Why similar: Indie 82.1%, Dog 11.2% ★, Casual 4.3%, Adventure 1.8%, 2D 0.3%
- #46 ProtoCorgi
65% matchVery Positive90% of 168 reviews2023
Dev: Kemono GamesPub: Ravenscourt
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Get ready to Bark’em Up! Play as Bullet, a C³ class (Cute Cybernetic Corgi) pup on his quest to save his owner, a brilliant scientist kidnapped by an alien race that wants to rule the galaxy. ProtoCorgi is a retro pixel art shoot’em up with a strong arcade feel!
Why similar: Indie 44.3%, Dog 30.9% ★, Cute 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Difficult 4.7%
- #47 Skatemasta Tcheco
69% matchVery Positive94% of 143 reviews2020
Dev: Marcelo Barbosa
Windows
Tcheco is back! Be prepared to survive even crazier stages! Smash, pulverize and destroy - but never lose your gorgeous smile.
Why similar: Indie 64.6%, Runner 11.8%, Difficult 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%, Funny 4.1%
- #48 SneakyDoggie
58% matchVery Positive97% of 135 reviews2025
Dev: 鲨拉曼达Pub: Eternal Dream
Windows · Mac · Linux
"Sneaky Doggie" is a dress-up game. You play as a loyal dog, creating a wide range of outfit combinations. Choose your favorite outfits, complete quests, and become a great doggie! ૮ ・ﻌ・ა Woof!
Why similar: Indie 58.1%, Dog 26.1% ★, Cute 9.4%, Casual 5.4%, 2D 0.7%
- #49 A Corgi's Cozy Hike
58% matchVery Positive100% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: Scalisco
Windows
EmBARK on a therapeutic adventure alone or with a friend. Collect Corgi Butt Power to climb, soar, and prove stubby legs can't stop you! Relax and savor this bite-sized, open world while 10% of your purchase is donated to animal shelters.
Why similar: Dog 55.9% ★, Cute 17.9%, Platformer 12%, Casual 9.8%, Adventure 3.9%
- #50 Fidel Dungeon Rescue
71% matchVery Positive94% of 399 reviews2017
Dev: Daniel Benmergui
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 41%
A critically acclaimed roguelite where you can REWIND to find the optimal path through monsters, treasure and secrets. Quick to play. No grinding. No filler. Deep gameplay.
Why similar: Dog 52.8% ★, Cute 15%, Funny 13%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Difficult 7.4%
- #51 My Little Puppy
56% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 3,969 reviews2025
Dev: Dreamotion Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
"There is a saying that when you depart from this world, the dog who went ahead will warmly welcome you." While spending time in dog heaven, Bong-gu the Welsh Corgi suddenly catches his dad's scent. Now, he embarks on a journey to meet his dad. Will Bong-gu be able to see his dad again?
Why similar: Dog 61.4% ★, Cute 19.4%, Funny 14.1%, Adventure 4.1%, Singleplayer 1%
- #52 Lup
75% matchMixed45% of 387 reviews2016
Dev: Leo BPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Lup is a 2D platformer with heart, throughout the game you'll have to overcome enemies and challenges using weapons and items.
Why similar: Indie 99.4%, Platformer 0.6%
- #53 Kivi, Toilet and Shotgun
74% matchMixed52% of 508 reviews2016
Dev: 16bit NightsPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Kivi, Toilet and Shotgun is a single player top down action game where your goal is to reach the end of the desert by avoiding all kinds of obstacles and fighting the desert raiders. Go up against foes in your vehicle and on foot. Take on powerful bosses, but make sure you're quipped for the fight!
Why similar: Indie 97.4%, Pixel Graphics 1.3%, Casual 1%, Adventure 0.3%
- #54 Dimensional Animals
62% matchVery Positive89% of 61 reviews2024
Dev: Marcos Game Dev
Windows
Five animal friends with unique abillities unite in this metroidvania adventure! You'll need to master each animal's skill to complete your quest! Play as the dog, duck, cat, frog and raccoon at the same time!
Why similar: Dog 39.9% ★, Pixel Graphics 22.1%, Cute 21.5%, Platformer 11.5%, Adventure 2.1%
- #55 Dogpile
56% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 579 reviews2025
Dev: Studio FollyPub: WINGS
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Dogpile is a roguelike deck builder about merging cute dogs into bigger dogs. Play dogs, get money, customize your dogs with special Traits, refine your deck, PLAY MORE DOGS! DOGS!
Why similar: Indie 49.8%, Dog 22.3% ★, Cute 10.3%, Funny 8.8%, Casual 7.5%
- #56 ANIMALITY
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 793 reviews2017
Dev: ColloseusXPub: Phat Phrog Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
ANIMALITY is a skill based animal runner game, the goal of the game is to avoid dragons and demons all whilst trying to grab life gems, either do this singleplayer or with your friend in local multiplayer co-op, you can collect 9 fabulous pixel art animals which are purchased using your running cash!
Why similar: Indie 92.1%, Casual 5%, Adventure 1.8%, Cute 1.1%
- #57 Wunderling DX
68% matchVery Positive94% of 188 reviews2020
Dev: Bitwave Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Dash, jump, and fly at full speed through Wunderling DX: a non-stop puzzle platformer and the world's first "goomba simulator"! Race against the clock, beat tricky puzzles to uncover shiny secrets, and stomp the odds to please your evil overlord!
Why similar: Indie 98.1%, Adventure 1.9%
- #58 Super Puzzled Cat
59% matchVery Positive98% of 192 reviews2025
Dev: Penguin Mug Games
Windows
Help Puzzled Cat use jetpacks, portals, bombs, gum, and more to conquer treacherous platforming stages. Play your own way using save states to explore a world full of challenges and secrets - but can you find the way through? Travel through time and space and reach enlightenment.
Why similar: Indie 61.4%, Difficult 13.4%, Cute 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, Platformer 5.2%
- #59 My Diggy Dog 2
68% matchVery Positive83% of 53 reviews2020
Dev: King Bird Games
Windows · Mac
Diggy Dog 2 is a game about a brave archaeologist dog named Marty, who helps his elderly master find his wife and solve the mysteries of the universe.
Why similar: Indie 52.4%, Dog 20.4% ★, Cute 7.8%, Funny 7.1%, Platformer 5.2%
- #60 Shape Shifter
73% matchMixed53% of 179 reviews2016
Dev: PRORTUSPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
You're a white, ever shifting shape. You need to find your way through the cracks. Use the holes punched by the ones that came before you. Make your way through the cracks, break through and create new holes by using the green elements. Enjoy the party.
Why similar: Indie 97.4%, Casual 2.6%