Games Like Wuppo: Definitive Edition

Meet Yoku, the pint-sized postman protagonist of Yoku's Island Express! Use a unique blend of pinball mechanics, platforming and open world exploration to unlock the secrets of Mokumana Island, help the locals, awaken ancient deities and much more in this amazing new tropical adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.7%, Platformer 14.8%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, Family Friendly 8.5%, Puzzle Platformer 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the same sense of whimsical charm and non-linear exploration found in Wuppo.

Owlboy is a story-driven platform adventure game, where you can fly and explore a brand new world in the clouds! Pick up your friends, and bring them with you as you explore the open skies, in one of the most detailed adventures of this era.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Platformer 12.2%, Puzzle Platformer 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Funny 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a beautiful, hand-crafted 2D world that emphasizes exploration and a heartfelt narrative.

A top-down adventure game in a coloring book world full of vibrant characters. Use painting powers to explore, solve puzzles, make friends, and draw on anything! From creators on Wandersong + Celeste.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30.1%, Local Co-Op 11.6%, Metroidvania 11.3%, Cute 9.9%, Story Rich 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares Wuppo's focus on a quirky, character-driven world and creative puzzle-solving.

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: Great Soundtrack 14.5%, Co-op 14%, Local Co-Op 11%, Cute 9.2%, Funny 9%

Why You'll Like It: Its absurd humor and simple, fun platforming mechanics mirror the playful spirit of Wuppo.

Take to the sky and reunite a fragmented world in this surprisingly wholesome metroidvania! Help Iko adventure across beautiful hand-painted islands, receive letters from a quirky cast of characters, and face powerful monstrous adversaries.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.7%, Platformer 13.1%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Cute 7.1%, Family Friendly 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming metroidvania that balances lighthearted humor with satisfying platforming and exploration.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Metroidvania 38.6%, Great Soundtrack 14.4%, Platformer 11.2%, Puzzle Platformer 11%, Story Rich 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a deep, story-rich world with 2D action-platforming that feels both challenging and rewarding.

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: Metroidvania 56.3%, Platformer 14.2%, Cute 6.3%, 2D 6.1%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, bite-sized metroidvania that focuses on exploration and satisfying action in a unique setting.

Boasting beautiful, hand-drawn animations and a re-orchestrated soundtrack, the cult classic returns with a unique blend of exploration, action, and adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 28.5%, Great Soundtrack 18.4%, Platformer 17.9%, Hand-drawn 8.7%, Difficult 6%

Why You'll Like It: This remake offers a classic, charming adventure with a strong emphasis on exploration and transformation mechanics.

Carto is a charming adventure game wrapped around a unique, world-altering puzzle mechanic. Use this power to explore mysterious lands, help a quirky cast of characters, and guide Carto on her journey back to her family.

Why similar: Hand-drawn 15.2%, Cute 14.3%, Family Friendly 12.3%, Puzzle 11.6%, Exploration 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A delightful puzzle-adventure game that rewards curiosity and exploration in a charming, hand-drawn world.

Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair is a brand-new 2.5D platformer from some of the key creative talent behind 'Donkey Kong Country'. As the colourful buddy duo you must tackle a series of stunning, 2.5D levels and explore a puzzling 3D Overworld rich with secrets and surprises!

Why similar: Platformer 29.3%, Great Soundtrack 29%, Family Friendly 9.5%, Funny 7.1%, Exploration 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a vibrant 2D platforming experience that captures the whimsical and colorful aesthetic of Wuppo.

Seasons After Fall is a 2D platform-puzzler game that will let you dive into a captivating universe and explore a land governed by magic and nature.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 25%, Platformer 18%, Metroidvania 16.8%, Puzzle Platformer 13.2%, Hand-drawn 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful, atmospheric platformer that uses environmental puzzles to tell a charming story.

Try the demo! A mix between Portal, Zelda and Metroid. Exploration, puzzles, terrible combat, secret upgrades and new abilities that help you reach new places. Playtime 12-25h.

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.3%, Puzzle Platformer 17.7%, Exploration 10.1%, Puzzle 8.3%, Platformer 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A first-person metroidvania that prioritizes clever puzzle-solving and exploration in a quirky, toy-like world.

Figment is an action-adventure game that invites you to explore a unique surreal universe filled with music, humor and multi layered narrative. Join Dusty and his ever-optimistic friend, Piper, on an adventure through the different sides of the mind seeking to restore the courage that's been lost.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 29.5%, Hand-drawn 13.5%, Puzzle 11.1%, Funny 10.5%, Cute 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A surreal, musical adventure filled with imaginative puzzles and a whimsical art style.

World to the West is a standalone followup of Teslagrad, the indie hit that sold more than 1.6 million copies worldwide. A vast world of blue skies and dark caves awaits you in this 3D action adventure, as you try to unveil the mysteries of an ancient prophecy.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 19.9%, Exploration 15.1%, Family Friendly 12.6%, Action 11.1%, Funny 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure game with a colorful, lighthearted style and a focus on character-based abilities.

Explore a land filled with lost legends, ancient powers, and ferocious monsters in TUNIC, an isometric action game about a small fox on a big adventure.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39%, Difficult 15.5%, Exploration 14.7%, Puzzle 12.6%, Cute 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a bizarre, mysterious world filled with secrets and puzzles that encourage deep exploration.

Explore a strange planet, collect the creatures you find, and then shape-shift into them to expand your world. Build your own path, chat with the locals, and discover the planets sprawling secrets in this quirky metroidvania platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.7%, Platformer 14.5%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Exploration 8%, Cute 7%

Why You'll Like It: A metroidvania that emphasizes non-violent exploration and creature collection in a strange, alien world.

Hike, climb, and soar through the peaceful mountainside landscapes of Hawk Peak Provincial Park as you make your way to the summit.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 34.8%, Exploration 22.6%, Cute 19.7%, Family Friendly 11.6%, Funny 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses entirely on the joy of exploration and discovery within a charming, low-pressure environment.

Embark on an adorable adventure, discover new friends and uncover everything the island has to offer. Climb, Swim, Glide and slide your way into the hearts of the many different characters you meet on your travels!

Why similar: Family Friendly 29.9%, Funny 26.7%, Cute 25%, Colorful 15.7%, Singleplayer 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A pure, charming adventure focused on exploration and lighthearted fun without the stress of combat.

The Adventure Pals is an epic adventure platformer fueled by imagination, friendship, and the dark side of hot dogs. Your dad has been dadnapped and you, your pet rock, and a tongue-helicoptering giraffe must fight your way through levels filled with platforming, bizarre enemies, and big bosses to save the world!

Why similar: Platformer 20.2%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Great Soundtrack 18.3%, Funny 9.5%, Family Friendly 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer with a quirky, humorous tone and a focus on lighthearted questing.

Go on an adventure in a world packed with secrets helped by your friend, a poulp with many abilities. Explore, solve puzzles, wander across dungeons, blast through races and much more in this cute game inspired by the best 3D platformers

Why similar: Metroidvania 19.7%, Platformer 12.4%, Puzzle Platformer 11%, Family Friendly 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, exploration-heavy platformer that rewards players for interacting with its vibrant world.

Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 63.7%, Platformer 20.1%, Exploration 13.4%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on fluid movement and exploration within a surreal, dreamlike world that rewards curiosity.

A musical platforming adventure with an emotional story. Play as a silly bard and use music to interact with everything on a journey around the world. Along the way you'll explore, solve puzzles, and meet a huge cast of characters!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 35.2%, Platformer 11.1%, Funny 10.7%, Story Rich 10.6%, Cute 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: An emotional, musical adventure that prioritizes charm and character interaction over traditional combat.

Explore a vast, interconnected dream world full of secrets and collectibles in this metroidvania adventure inspired by classic 2D platformers. Reclaim your lost memories to save Slumberland from the mysterious Oblivion.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.1%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Platformer 9.2%, Family Friendly 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, hand-drawn metroidvania that captures the imaginative spirit of classic adventure.

An epic open-world puzzle Metroidbrainia that respects your intelligence! Knowledge is your superpower. Use creatures as tools to determine your own path.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Puzzle Platformer 14.4%, Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 7.8%, Cute 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A non-linear puzzle-platformer that encourages players to discover the world's mechanics through exploration.

Moo Lander is a 2D action-adventure RPG with metroidvania elements featuring an epic plot, mighty cow bosses, beautiful environments, clever puzzles, and lots of milk!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.6%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Co-op 9.6%, Exploration 9.2%, Local Co-Op 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A unique 2D action-adventure with a bizarre premise and a focus on exploration.

Transform the world of Hob! A new action-adventure from Runic Games, the award-winning studio behind Torchlight I and II. It's your chance. Make it home.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Platformer 16.3%, Puzzle Platformer 13.5%, Puzzle 10.3%, Exploration 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features world-changing puzzles and environmental storytelling in a mysterious, wordless setting.

A Bomb Caterpillar's Big Adventure! "Öoo" is a charming yet mysterious exploration puzzle platformer where you discover creative ways to use bombs!

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.8%, Puzzle Platformer 15.8%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Platformer 11.3%, Exploration 7.9%

Grow your own worlds and nurture a deep natural connection with everything they hold. See your actions change the world for better! Bring the Evertree back to life in this breathtaking world-crafting sandbox, with life management and adventure elements.

Why similar: Family Friendly 25.7%, Exploration 24.3%, Cute 23.1%, Colorful 17.2%, Singleplayer 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines charming world-building and exploration with a relaxing, creative gameplay loop.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, 2D Platformer 14%, Difficult 12.7%, Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 8%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer with a distinct, charming art style and a focus on exploration and combat.

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: Metroidvania 40%, Platformer 24.9%, Great Soundtrack 17%, Exploration 13.5%, Puzzle 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric exploration game set in a bizarre, sprawling world that feels truly unique.

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.6%, Great Soundtrack 27%, Platformer 13.9%, Difficult 7%, Story Rich 5.1%

Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.4%, Great Soundtrack 15.9%, Platformer 11.9%, Difficult 11.3%, Local Co-Op 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D metroidvania that focuses on exploration and unique mechanics in a strange, subterranean world.

ibb & obb is a two player cooperative game set in a puzzle filled world where gravity goes both up and down. You can only succeed by working closely together. Find a friend for some true local co-op couch fun or match up online.

Why similar: Co-op 25.5%, Local Co-Op 21.9%, Platformer 12.1%, Puzzle 9.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%

Gun-jump your way through a buzzing world full of quirky monsters, tricky puzzles, and outlandish bosses in this fast-paced, lighthearted Metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.8%, Platformer 14.5%, Funny 9.8%, Exploration 9%, Family Friendly 9%

“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning action-platformer crafted by Moon Studios for PC.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30.9%, Metroidvania 24.5%, Platformer 11.6%, Difficult 6%, Story Rich 5.2%

A creature-scanning metroidvania. Explore an ancient paradise before it's lost forever. Study the EMUUROM creatures, document your findings in the EMUUDEX, and use what you learn to unlock new paths.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31%, Puzzle Platformer 12.9%, Platformer 11.8%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Exploration 8.2%

Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Great Soundtrack 20.6%, Platformer 11.1%, Difficult 11.1%, Exploration 5.1%

Play the critically acclaimed masterpiece. Embark on a new journey in a vast, exotic world where you’ll encounter towering enemies and challenging puzzles on your quest to unravel Ori’s destiny.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32%, Great Soundtrack 24.4%, Platformer 13%, Difficult 5.4%, Cute 4.9%

Yooka-Laylee is an all-new open-world platformer from genre veterans Playtonic! Explore huge, beautiful worlds, meet an unforgettable cast of characters and horde a vault-load of collectibles as buddy-duo Yooka and Laylee embark on an epic adventure to thwart corporate creep Capital B!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.9%, Platformer 20.6%, Family Friendly 11.3%, Colorful 9.7%, Exploration 8.7%

Explore a dense, interconnected labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items to manipulate your environment in surprising and meaningful ways. Encounter beautiful and unsettling creatures, as you attempt to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Puzzle Platformer 15.5%, Platformer 12.3%, Exploration 10.2%, Puzzle 9%

Slime-san was minding his own business when suddenly… A giant worm appeared and gobbled him up! Deep within the worm’s belly, Slime-san has to face a decision: Be digested by the incoming wall of stomach acid... Or jump, slide and slime his way through the worm and back out its mouth!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 20.1%, Platformer 15.4%, 2D Platformer 15%, Difficult 14.5%, Local Co-Op 11%

GoNNER is a tough as hell procedurally-generated 2D platformer with roguelike elements, following the largely misunderstood and altruistic Ikk on a journey to cheer up his only friend in this world - a giant landbound whale named Sally - by searching for just the right trinket in the deep and dark places nearby.

Why similar: Platformer 34.5%, Great Soundtrack 31.5%, Difficult 17.3%, 2D 5.6%, Cute 4.8%

Play as an adorable yet trouble-making turnip. Avoid paying taxes, solve plantastic puzzles, harvest crops and battle massive beasts all in a journey to tear down a corrupt vegetable government!

Why similar: Funny 17%, Exploration 14.8%, Puzzle 14.1%, Cute 13.7%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%

Crypt Custodian is a charming metroidvania about cleaning up the afterlife. Play as Pluto - a mischievous cat who has died, and is sentenced to be the afterworld's janitor... FOREVER! Hang out with other doomed ghosts, battle beasts, and explore a vastly expansive landscape.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.1%, Platformer 10.1%, Exploration 8.8%, Cute 8.7%, Hand-drawn 8.3%

Embark on a grand adventure in Phoenotopia! An action-adventure puzzle platformer inspired by the great classics. Meet charming townsfolk, brave the dungeons, and thwart evil in your quest to save your family.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.5%, Platformer 19.1%, Puzzle Platformer 16.5%, Cute 6%, Action 6%

You have to find out what happened in this fantastic world and help the Raccoon find his way home!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19.3%, Difficult 17.1%, Funny 11%, Cute 9.9%, Family Friendly 9.4%

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: Difficult 29.8%, Platformer 29.6%, Great Soundtrack 20.9%, 2D 9.2%, Action 7%

"TurnOn" tells the spellbinding tale of a brave alien creature and its striking journey through blackout world, in an incredibly colorful and detailed platformer without platforms.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 17.7%, Platformer 12.7%, Puzzle Platformer 12.5%, Family Friendly 8.2%, Funny 7.2%

You are Zack. Juggle balls with unique properties through platforming puzzles to a goal at the end of each stage. Help Zack fill his treasured book of stickers to unlock optional challenge levels, where you race against the timer to destroy targets as fast as possible.

Why similar: Platformer 34.9%, Puzzle Platformer 32.7%, Puzzle 17.1%, Action 15.3%

Figment 2: Creed Valley is an action-adventure game set in the human mind. Face bosses in musical showdowns, make your way through puzzles, and explore unique environments.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.8%, Exploration 12.2%, Cute 11.8%, Puzzle 11.6%, Hand-drawn 9.5%

Caveblazers is a challenging and brutal roguelike platformer. Journey into a mysterious cave, fighting orcs and goblins with an abundance of weapons and magical items! Make friends along the way, then watch in despair as they are crushed in to a bloody pulp under a troll's fist.

Why similar: Platformer 21%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Local Co-Op 18.8%, Difficult 16.1%, Co-op 13.6%

Escape from a laboratory house in this unique puzzling platformer with a twist! All important objects are randomly placed in the world before the start of the game. Each playthrough will take a different path through the house, but can always be completed. A perfect introduction to Randomizers.

Why similar: Metroidvania 21.4%, Puzzle Platformer 9.7%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Platformer 8.7%, Score Attack 7.4%

This 360-degree shooter/platformer hybrid lets you choreograph a ‘dance of destruction’ in insanely spectacular battles and set-pieces. RIVE feels like the explosive games of yore, pumping megapixels in true 21st century style.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 32.5%, Score Attack 24%, Platformer 23.3%, 2D 10.1%, Action 7.3%

A legendary series returns with a grand new adventure! Enjoy a colorful action-adventure game made alongside Ryuichi Nishizawa, creator of the original Wonder Boy in Monster World series.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.2%, Platformer 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 15.2%, Exploration 5.9%, Action 5.7%

Guacamelee! is a Metroidvania-style action-platformer set in a magical Mexican-inspired world. The game draws its inspiration from traditional Mexican culture and folklore, and features many interesting and unique characters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 45.2%, Platformer 17.4%, Local Co-Op 14.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.5%, Action 3.8%

🦆 Marbles and 🐢 Checkers need your help finding their way home after being swept away in a storm. In this 90s buddy-platformer there's a ton of stuff to do and even more to collect!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.1%, Platformer 17%, Difficult 16.3%, Co-op 12.2%, Local Co-Op 11.4%

Musical Metroidvania, with pixel art to die for. Guide orphaned chick 'Birb', on a platform adventure, as he faces off against the denizens of the forest in rhythm-action boss battles. Acclaimed for its gorgeous animation, and heart-warming storytelling, as Birb strives to discover his true origins.

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.2%, Puzzle Platformer 14.7%, Platformer 13.4%, Exploration 8.6%, Cute 8.4%

Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.8%, Platformer 14.3%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Exploration 11.3%, 2D 4%

Your Excellency, in this short systems-management survival game, we prepare for the awakening of our Lord. He hungers for human sacrifice. Sinners try to hide their dark secrets, but all must be purged...

Why similar: Difficult 53.6%, Story Rich 26.8%, 2D 19.5%

Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26%, Difficult 12.8%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 9.3%, Cute 6.9%