- #1 Umihara Kawase Shun
97% matchVery Positive91% of 101 reviews2015
Dev: Studio SaizensenPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Umihara Kawase is a girl who uses a fishing hook as a grappling hook. You’ll need quick reflexes to swing your way through the branching surreal environments. Use your brains to figure out the best way through. They say fish is brain food—you’re going to need it!
Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.3%, Physics 27.2%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Platformer 5.8%, Action 5.4%
- #2 Sayonara Umihara Kawase
96% matchVery Positive94% of 170 reviews2015
Dev: Studio SaizensenPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Umihara Kawase is a girl who uses a fishing hook as a grappling hook. You’ll need quick reflexes to swing your way through the branching surreal environments. Use your brains to figure out the best way through. They say fish is brain food—you’re going to need it!
Why similar: Precision Platformer 45.1%, Physics 25.3%, Platformer 8.5%, Action 6.9%, Female Protagonist 4.4%
- #3 Rosenkreuzstilette Freudenstachel
96% matchVery Positive89% of 146 reviews2017
Dev: [erka:es]Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Step into the shoes of Freudia Neuwahl, a cool and collected young woman on a mission to save her best friend from an Imperial witch hunt. "Rosenkreuzstilette Freudenstachel" is the sequel to "Rosenkreuzstilette", a level-based 2D side scrolling action game for PC.
Why similar: Platformer 23.2%, Classic 14.1% ★, Female Protagonist 12%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Action 9.5%
- #4 Rosenkreuzstilette
95% matchMostly Positive79% of 436 reviews2017
Dev: [erka:es]Pub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Rosenkreuzstilette is a mega-action-platformer game in which you step into the shoes of Spiritia Rosenberg, a virtuous young woman caught on the wrong side of a revolution instigated by her closest friends.
Why similar: Platformer 24.5%, 2D Platformer 12%, Difficult 11.8%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 10%
- #5 Momodora III
94% matchVery Positive94% of 1,473 reviews2014
Dev: rdein
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Momodora III is a classic action platform game with a variety of items and secrets. It's the third installment of the Momodora series, although playing the previous titles is not necessary to enjoy the game!
Why similar: Platformer 37.8%, Pixel Graphics 18.5%, Female Protagonist 15.6%, Action 12.1%, Anime 8.8%
- #6 Rabi-Ribi
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,200 reviews2016
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.9 hrsMean: 64.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...
Why similar: Platformer 28.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.9%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Difficult 12.3%, Anime 11.4%
- #7 Frogun
92% matchMostly Positive79% of 629 reviews2022
Dev: MolegatoPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Join Renata as she adventures across a world of mystical ruins with the titular FROGUN! Frogun is an old-school platformer with the soul of the PS1/N64 era, in which your frog-shaped grappling hook is a your best friend!
Why similar: Platformer 34.7%, Physics 21.9%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Action 10%
- #8 Murasaki
93% matchVery Positive91% of 137 reviews2016
Dev: KatatemaPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
"Murasaki" is a puzzle explosion game. Use explosions to clear the screen of pesky obstacles filling it up. The only controls you need are the directional buttons and two other buttons (Z and X)!
Why similar: Action 29.1%, Indie 15.9%, Anime 15.7%, Difficult 15.3%, Female Protagonist 13.3%
- #9 Mighty Switch Force! Hyper Drive Edition
91% matchVery Positive92% of 249 reviews2015
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Enter the mechanical shape-shifting, dimension switching world of the award winning, high octane action-puzzle-platformer Mighty Switch Force! Hyper Drive Edition, and blow crime away.
Why similar: Platformer 42.9%, Female Protagonist 28.5%, Action 19.1%, Indie 9.5%
- #10 Wings of Vi
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,260 reviews2014
Dev: Grynsoft
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Wings of Vi is a challenging 2D platformer in which the player controls the angel Vi, tasked with defeating the Demon Lord Jeh’oul after he is freed from captivity. While inspired by masochistic retro platformers, Wings of Vi aims to cut out arbitrary difficulty in favor of skill based gameplay.
Why similar: Precision Platformer 53.9%, Platformer 16.7%, Difficult 10.2%, Female Protagonist 6.4%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%
- #11 Grapple Force Rena
90% matchVery Positive94% of 143 reviews2018
Dev: Friend & FairyPub: GalaxyTrail
Windows · Linux
Swing, climb, grab, and throw in this action platformer where you can grapple anywhere! Using Rena's magic bracelets, hook onto any surface to swing wherever you like, or grab your foes to send them hurtling into each other!
Why similar: Platformer 32.8%, Action 26.5%, Indie 14.7%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%
- #12 Kaze and the Wild Masks
89% matchVery Positive94% of 1,987 reviews2021
Dev: PixelHivePub: SOEDESCO
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Go on a journey as Kaze in this 90’s classics inspired platformer. When the Crystal Islands get cursed, Kaze needs to save her friend Hogo while facing enraged living vegetables. Find the Wild Masks to unleash the powers of the legendary guardians and master land, sky and sea.
Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.3%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Difficult 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
- #13 Shantae: Half-Genie Hero
89% matchVery Positive90% of 2,423 reviews2016
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it’s up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day! Use Shantae’s devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform her into more powerful forms!
Why similar: Platformer 44.6%, Female Protagonist 22.7%, Action 13.2%, Anime 12.7%, Indie 6.8%
- #14 Velocity Noodle
88% matchVery Positive87% of 55 reviews2022
Dev: Shotgun AnacondaPub: Top Hat Studios, Inc.
Windows
Master the art of lightning-fast noodle delivery in this challenging 2D platformer. With deadly traps, a range of moves to master, including teleportation, and trophies to unlock, are you ready to become the ultimate noodle delivery master?
Why similar: Precision Platformer 47.6%, Platformer 16%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Difficult 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #15 Celeste
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 140,994 reviews2018
Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 26.3 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: Precision Platformer 46%, Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Difficult 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #16 SUGURI
87% matchVery Positive83% of 222 reviews2014
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Rockin' Android
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Experience the rush of battle with the fan acclaimed Bullet-Hell shooter "SUGURI". You're equipped with an automatic lock-on targeting system and a unique arsenal of hyper weapons, power shields, and more. Sure, she may look cute, but when it's time to fight, it's all business.
Why similar: Anime 28.5%, Female Protagonist 26.4%, Action 20.1%, Difficult 15.2%, Indie 9.8%
- #17 Sinker sound
80% matchVery Positive99% of 115 reviews2026
Dev: Chavafei
Windows
Fish in the strange domain of the mermaid, and find many strange fish with their own unique original music! You must REEL to the beat of the song! This is a fishing game with a musical rhythm gimmick!
Why similar: Difficult 26.8%, Female Protagonist 19.8%, Retro 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Anime 14.8%
- #18 1 Screen Platformer
84% matchVery Positive87% of 426 reviews2019
Dev: Return To Adventure Mountain, LLC
Windows · Mac
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 48.2%, Platformer 13.3%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Difficult 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%
- #19 GIGA WRECKER
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 780 reviews2017
Dev: GAME FREAK inc.Pub: Rising Star Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Become more than human and save mankind from total annihilation! From legendary developer Game Freak comes an action adventure like no other - manipulate the world around you and smash the evil Ajeet to smithereens!
Why similar: Platformer 37.8%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, Physics 16.9%, Action 15.1%, Anime 11.8%
- #20 Amazing Princess Sarah
85% matchMixed68% of 230 reviews2014
Dev: Haruneko Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Arcade platform game where every killed enemy can be picked up and thrown to kill more enemies!
Why similar: Platformer 43.9%, Female Protagonist 19.8%, Action 12.9%, Indie 8.9%, Anime 7.7%
- #21 BLUE REVOLVER
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 870 reviews2016
Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 25.1%, Action 19.8%, Anime 15.1%, Female Protagonist 14.8%, Indie 13.3%
- #22 Grey Area
81% matchVery Positive88% of 52 reviews2023
Dev: Electric Prune Juice
Windows
A tough platformer following a girl diving over the heads of terrifying creatures and bouncing off walls to traverse a mysterious, unsettling world that's so much bigger than her: the "world between all worlds"
Why similar: Precision Platformer 44.8%, Platformer 17.9%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Action 6.5%
- #23 Curse Crackers: For Whom the Belle Toils
81% matchVery Positive95% of 406 reviews2022
Dev: Colorgrave
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Bounce, vault, and fight your way through a whimsical world with the help of your loyal companion. Eat snacks, collect artifacts, and travel the world to stop Bonnie and her boney band of troublemakers!
Why similar: Platformer 25.5%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Difficult 13%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Female Protagonist 11.6%
- #24 Fowl Damage
79% matchVery Positive93% of 153 reviews2024
Dev: May GardensPub: Red Nexus Games Inc.
Windows
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 45.8%, Platformer 13.9%, Physics 13.8%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
- #25 Mushihimesama
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,541 reviews2015
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Difficult 22.3%, Action 21.5%, Classic 20.5% ★, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Anime 16.8%
- #26 TetherGeist
77% matchVery Positive98% of 213 reviews2026
Dev: O. and Co. Games
Windows
TetherGeist is a challenging precision platformer that rewards practice and perseverance. Guide Mae and her axolotl spirit, Bao, on a wholesome coming-of-age pilgrimage while mastering Astral Projection, a tether that links Mae to her spirit and is the source of her strength.
Why similar: Precision Platformer 42.6%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 10.9%, Difficult 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
- #27 Freedom Planet 2
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,697 reviews2022
Dev: GalaxyTrail
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
The fast paced platforming of Freedom Planet returns! Become a full-time cartoon heroine and use abilities and items suited to your play style to explore the world of Avalice and defend its animal citizens!
Why similar: Platformer 31.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Difficult 9.5%, Retro 9.4%
- #28 Bat to the Heavens
76% matchVery Positive96% of 396 reviews2024
Dev: ceroro
Windows · Linux
Can't run or jump? But with a bat, you can surpass any obstacle! Climb to the heavens, learn techniques, and discover secrets across the valley in this challenging puzzle - execution - momentum game!
Why similar: Precision Platformer 52.7%, Platformer 15%, Difficult 11%, Female Protagonist 5.6%, 2D Platformer 4.8%
- #29 ZeroRanger
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,161 reviews2018
Dev: System Erasure
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 28.6%, Action 21.2%, Retro 17.7%, Indie 14.2%, Female Protagonist 9.4%
- #30 Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut
79% matchVery Positive86% of 1,689 reviews2014
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features!
Why similar: Platformer 46.2%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Action 7.6%, Retro 5.5%
- #31 Super Grappling Gecko
77% matchVery Positive99% of 77 reviews2021
Dev: CalangamesPub: Bee Legacy Publishing
Windows
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: Precision Platformer 32.5%, Physics 22.6%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #32 Kubinashi Recollection
75% matchVery Positive95% of 199 reviews2021
Dev: 給食頭蛮Pub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
In order to retrieve the lost memories, Sekibanki has a big adventure in the world of dreams! Use your "head" to fight your way through a stage full of various mechanisms. It's a 2D visual action puzzle game with a new sensation!
Why similar: Action 25.8%, Pixel Graphics 24.7%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Anime 9.5%
- #33 Fantastic Fist
73% matchVery Positive95% of 77 reviews2024
Dev: 100th Coin
Windows · Mac · Linux
This game is focused on simultaneous keyboard and mouse controls. While the character can be moved around with the keyboard, the mouse can be used to interact with the environment by punching with a giant fist. Collecting hidden coins will unlock bonus content.
Why similar: Precision Platformer 39.8%, Physics 16.8%, Platformer 13.2%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #34 Kero Blaster
75% matchVery Positive94% of 1,525 reviews2015
Dev: Studio PixelPub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
C&F Inc. teleporters are going offline all over the place, and it's up to an intrepid frog employee to fix the situation.
Why similar: Platformer 35.1%, Difficult 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Retro 11.4%, Action 9.3%
- #35 Miracle Fly
76% matchVery Positive87% of 92 reviews2015
Dev: ElagoTech
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
A unique action-puzzle platform game that will give you a whole new gaming experience.
Why similar: Platformer 42.3%, Action 18%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Anime 12.4%, Indie 9.9%
- #36 Graze Counter
74% matchVery Positive96% of 316 reviews2017
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 23%, Female Protagonist 20.3%, Action 17.3%, Difficult 17.2%, Anime 15.4%
- #37 Neptunia Shooter
73% matchVery Positive88% of 740 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 66.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 28.3%, Action 19.4%, Anime 17.5%, Retro 15.6%, Female Protagonist 14.7%
- #38 Azure Striker Gunvolt
74% matchVery Positive85% of 1,742 reviews2015
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.
Why similar: Platformer 42%, Action 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Anime 13%, Indie 8.6%
- #39 Raven's Hike
73% matchVery Positive93% of 67 reviews2021
Dev: Wired Dreams Studio
Windows
No jumping, no walking. Raven's Hike is an unique 2d platformer in which all movement is based on her Grappling Hook
Why similar: Precision Platformer 50.8%, Platformer 16.9%, Difficult 9.6%, Female Protagonist 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #40 Sunblaze
72% matchVery Positive91% of 468 reviews2021
Dev: Games From EarthPub: Bonus Stage Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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 39%, Platformer 13.3%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Difficult 10%, Retro 9%
- #41 Jubilee
71% matchVery Positive96% of 103 reviews2021
Dev: finalbossblues
Windows
Challenging precision platformer based on tight, fluid movement. Open map layout with multiple routes. Collect gems and save animals.
Why similar: Precision Platformer 41%, Platformer 20.4%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Action 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #42 Pepper Grinder
69% matchVery Positive87% of 1,218 reviews2024
Dev: Ahr EchPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Pepper Grinder is an action-packed 2D adventure blending traditional platforming with an alternate drilling mode that allows you to dive in and out of the earth like a dolphin swims through water.
Why similar: Platformer 26.3%, 2D Platformer 22.9%, Difficult 14.8%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%
- #43 UDONGEIN X
70% matchVery Positive92% of 448 reviews2021
Dev: Bar Holographic Otaku
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Help Reisen Udongein Inaba navigate through 14 action packed stages in this exhilarating 2D Bullet Hell Platformer based on Touhou Project!
Why similar: Platformer 29.6%, 2D Platformer 24.6%, Action 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Female Protagonist 8.7%
- #44 GhoulScrapers
67% matchVery Positive99% of 109 reviews2024
Dev: ShortCake_CafePub: Oniworks Studios
Windows
Ghoulscrapers is a precision platformer where you play as Eggroll, the new employee at Ghoulscrapers. You owe the government one gazillion dollars and it's your job to pay the debt before it's too late!
Why similar: Precision Platformer 50.1%, Platformer 17.5%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%, Action 5.1%
- #45 Mekabolt
71% matchVery Positive87% of 182 reviews2019
Dev: SomepxPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Use your trusty Mekabolt device to manipulate robots, solve a variety of puzzling levels and obtain batteries to fix the robots!
Why similar: Platformer 28.3%, 2D Platformer 24.5%, Difficult 15.5%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%
- #46 Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon
69% matchVery Positive94% of 4,458 reviews2018
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Battle with swords and whips in this retro-style action game brought to you by game creator Koji Igarashi and Inti Creates! Play as Zangetsu, a demon slayer bearing a deep grudge, who must travel through perilous lands to defeat a powerful demon lurking in a dark castle.
Why similar: Platformer 27.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, Retro 12.1%, Difficult 10.4%, Action 9.8%
- #47 Taimumari: Definitive Edition
72% matchMostly Positive78% of 308 reviews2015
Dev: TERNOX
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Retro-style platform game in keeping with the best traditions of games of our childhood! Take control of the Himari, the young female wizard travelling across various ages to settle the balance in time across the whole world!
Why similar: Platformer 21.9%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Difficult 11%
- #48 1 Screen Platformer: Prologue
70% matchVery Positive87% of 223 reviews2020
Dev: Return To Adventure Mountain, LLCPub: Return To Adventure Mountain, LLC
Windows
FREE DEMO features 1 playable character and 1 complete level with leaderboards. Try, die, retry in this challenging but fair precision platformer that takes place on 1 screen. Ultra tight controls, dozens of traps. Great for speedrunning, and 100% completionists. Also, no water levels!
Why similar: Precision Platformer 48.1%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 11.1%, Difficult 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #49 Yissa Deep Realms
70% matchVery Positive91% of 74 reviews2017
Dev: PixelGreeds
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Hardcore action platformer with multiple endings that depend on your choices.
Why similar: Platformer 29.3%, Difficult 15%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 11%
- #50 Kitty's Hungry Adventure
65% matchVery Positive89% of 97 reviews2025
Dev: Galactic Geckon
Windows
Kitty's Hungry Adventure is a hardcore cozy platformer about Kitty’s adventures as she tries to cook the most delicious dishes while overcoming dangers and solving puzzles.
Why similar: Difficult 35.6%, Physics 23%, Platformer 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Anime 9.2%
- #51 The Legend of Dark Witch
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 262 reviews2015
Dev: INSIDE SYSTEM
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
-A magical world beautifully depicted through in-game graphics. -Diverse levels that provide a fair challenge. -Additional bonuses that reward those who replay the game. -3 difficulty modes.
Why similar: Platformer 30.4%, Action 21%, Pixel Graphics 15.9%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Indie 9.3%
- #52 Deathsmiles
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 617 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!
Why similar: Action 33.3%, Female Protagonist 28.7%, Anime 26.7%, Indie 11.3%
- #53 FLARE NUINUI QUEST
64% matchVery Positive94% of 248 reviews2024
Dev: sulpxPub: holo Indie
Windows · Linux
Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!
Why similar: Platformer 27.4%, 2D Platformer 21%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Retro 10.8%, Action 9.7%
- #54 Muse Dash
65% matchVery Positive91% of 120,809 reviews2019
Dev: peroperoPub: hasuhasu
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 34.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Paradise of parkour & rhythm game ★★★ — Muse Dash!!
Why similar: Anime 33.5%, Female Protagonist 30.8%, Difficult 18.5%, Action 10.1%, Indie 7.1%
- #55 Defy Gravity Extended
68% matchVery Positive86% of 8,545 reviews2016
Dev: Paul FischPub: Fish Factory Games
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Defy Gravity is an action platformer that is a mix between classic platforming and gravity based puzzle solving.
Why similar: Platformer 61.7%, Physics 11.4%, Difficult 8.5%, Indie 6.1%, Action 5.3%
- #56 Awareness Rooms
69% matchVery Positive82% of 566 reviews2016
Dev: GAME NA KIBUNPub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
You find yourself in a room you know nothing of. As you examine the objects around you, your awareness rises and the room slowly comes into focus. Can you find your way out?
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 24%, Classic 24% ★, Female Protagonist 19.5%, Indie 11.8%, Anime 11.1%
- #57 GuraQuest
63% matchVery Positive97% of 59 reviews2025
Dev: Lee-PicPub: holo Indie
Windows
Play as Gawr Gura in this 2D-platformer Hololive Fan game! Jump and dash your way through 3 hand crafted levels and collect hidden shrimp in this vibrant, pixel-art environment.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 40.1%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, Action 18.4%, Retro 12.3%, Female Protagonist 10.5%
- #58 Freedom Planet
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 4,869 reviews2014
Dev: GalaxyTrail
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Fight your way across the celestial world of Avalice where cats are green, motorcycles drive up walls and monster girls do most of the buttkicking! Freedom Planet is a cartoony, combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragonoid and her friends against an alien attack force.
Why similar: Platformer 36%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Retro 9.4%, Action 8.3%