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 14.7%, Great Soundtrack 13.8%, Family Friendly 8.6%, Puzzle Platformer 7.7%

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

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 29.8%, Local Co-Op 11.6%, Metroidvania 11.2%, Cute 10%, Story Rich 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares a deeply creative, heartwarming, and quirky spirit while emphasizing exploration and puzzle-solving.

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 27.6%, Platformer 12.1%, Puzzle Platformer 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Funny 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: The hand-drawn art style and sense of wonder in this adventure mirror the unique visual and narrative charm of Wuppo.

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 14.4%, Co-op 14.2%, Local Co-Op 10.9%, Cute 9.1%, Funny 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title matches the quirky, humorous tone and simple yet engaging 2D platforming mechanics of the seed game.

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 34.6%, Platformer 11.1%, Funny 10.8%, Story Rich 10.7%, Cute 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly whimsical, music-filled journey that prioritizes emotional connection and lighthearted humor.

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 33.4%, Platformer 13%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Cute 7.2%, Family Friendly 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A charming metroidvania that balances accessible platforming with a colorful, endearing world and satisfying exploration.

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 28.9%, Hand-drawn 13.7%, Puzzle 11.2%, Funny 10.6%, Cute 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Its surreal, musical world and puzzle-adventure focus provide a similar sense of bizarre, imaginative storytelling.

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 24.2%, Platformer 13%, Difficult 5.4%, Exploration 5%

Why You'll Like It: While more action-oriented, it offers a breathtakingly beautiful world that rewards curiosity and exploration.

“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 32.7%, Great Soundtrack 26.8%, Platformer 13.9%, Difficult 7%, Story Rich 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: The focus on atmospheric exploration and a high-quality soundtrack aligns well with the immersive nature 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 24.8%, Platformer 18%, Metroidvania 16.8%, Puzzle Platformer 13.2%, Hand-drawn 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: The atmospheric, puzzle-platforming gameplay and beautiful art style evoke the same cozy, exploratory feel.

Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.3%, 2D Platformer 14.8%, Platformer 14.4%, Exploration 10.5%, Cute 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, exploration-heavy metroidvania that feels like a natural successor to the gameplay loop of Wuppo.

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 38.9%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, Platformer 11.1%, Puzzle Platformer 11%, Story Rich 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a rich, story-driven world with 2D action-platforming that feels both substantial and charming.

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 56.2%, Platformer 14.1%, Cute 6.4%, 2D 6.2%, Action 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A cute, cat-themed metroidvania that offers a fun, bite-sized adventure with satisfying exploration mechanics.

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 33.2%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Hand-drawn 10.4%, Platformer 9.1%, Family Friendly 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: The hand-drawn, cute aesthetic and exploration-heavy gameplay are very much in line with the charm of Wuppo.

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 38.6%, Difficult 15.6%, Exploration 14.8%, Puzzle 12.7%, Cute 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: It hides deep, rewarding exploration and clever puzzles behind a deceptively cute and inviting aesthetic.

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 19.6%, Platformer 12.2%, Puzzle Platformer 10.9%, Family Friendly 8.8%, 2D Platformer 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A collectathon platformer that embraces a surreal, charming aesthetic and encourages creative exploration.

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 19.6%, Exploration 15.2%, Family Friendly 12.6%, Funny 11%, Action 11%

Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure game features a vibrant, colorful world and a lighthearted tone that matches the seed game's vibe.

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 29.7%, Funny 26.8%, Cute 25.1%, Colorful 15.7%, Singleplayer 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title is pure, unadulterated charm that focuses on exploration and lighthearted fun in a colorful 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 34.6%, Exploration 22.6%, Cute 19.8%, Family Friendly 11.6%, Funny 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in charming, compact exploration that captures the same sense of freedom and discovery.

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 31.6%, Puzzle Platformer 14.3%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 7.8%, Cute 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: An exploration-based puzzle platformer that encourages players to learn the rules of its unique, interconnected world.

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 28.1%, Great Soundtrack 18.3%, Platformer 17.9%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, Difficult 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful hand-drawn remake that offers classic metroidvania exploration with a very distinct, charming visual style.

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%, 2D Platformer 14%, Difficult 12.7%, Platformer 12.2%, Exploration 8%

Why You'll Like It: A solid 2D metroidvania that features a unique, moody art style and rewarding exploration.

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 20.4%, Difficult 11.1%, Platformer 11%, Exploration 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: While more challenging, it is the gold standard for atmospheric metroidvania exploration and world-building.

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%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Great Soundtrack 18%, Funny 9.6%, Family Friendly 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer that leans heavily into quirky, humorous writing and a colorful, imaginative world.

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 26.5%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Co-op 9.7%, Exploration 9.2%, Local Co-Op 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure game provides unique exploration mechanics and a distinct, whimsical tone.

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 29.9%, Puzzle Platformer 15.7%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Platformer 11.3%, Exploration 8%

Run, climb and glide your way through a dark Nordic forest and explore its living, breathing ecosystem filled with secrets and mystical creatures. Become Fe and discover a world that you will never want to leave.

Why similar: Puzzle 43%, Action 28.9%, Cute 10.1%, Exploration 9.1%, Singleplayer 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A unique, stylized adventure that focuses on communication and exploration within a mysterious, living forest.

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 40.1%, Platformer 24.8%, Great Soundtrack 16.8%, Exploration 13.6%, Puzzle 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: The emphasis on atmosphere and vast, non-linear exploration makes it a great fit for fans of Wuppo's world-building.

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 34.6%, Platformer 14.4%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Exploration 8%, Cute 7.1%

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 15.8%, Platformer 11.9%, Difficult 11.3%, Local Co-Op 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D metroidvania that emphasizes puzzle-solving and exploration within a strange, alien environment.

This is the original version of Braid from 2009, which may not work well on newer systems. For an updated version of the game with nicer graphics, more levels and a large amount of developer commentary, see Braid, Anniversary Edition.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.7%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Platformer 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.5%, Puzzle 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic puzzle-platformer with a distinct artistic identity and a narrative that rewards curiosity.

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 12.8%, Platformer 11.7%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Exploration 8.2%

Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 53.3%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%, Platformer 13.3%, Difficult 7.6%, Exploration 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers deep, mysterious exploration in a 2D world that rewards players for being curious and observant.

“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 30.7%, Metroidvania 24.5%, Platformer 11.6%, Difficult 6%, Story Rich 5.2%

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 25.8%, Local Co-Op 21.8%, Platformer 12.1%, Puzzle 9.6%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%

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 26.6%, Platformer 20.5%, Family Friendly 11.4%, Colorful 9.8%, Exploration 8.8%

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 12.2%, Puzzle 11.5%, Exploration 11.2%

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

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 22%, Puzzle Platformer 21.5%, Platformer 16.8%, Cute 9.2%, Difficult 7.7%

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 19.9%, Platformer 15.3%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Difficult 14.5%, Local Co-Op 11%

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 29.5%, Great Soundtrack 28.4%, Family Friendly 9.3%, Funny 7.4%, Exploration 6.7%

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 14.9%, Puzzle 14.1%, Cute 13.8%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%

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 31.3%, Difficult 17.4%, 2D 5.6%, Cute 4.8%

Welcome to the charming world of Eastward - population declining! Journey through a society on the brink of collapse. Discover delightful towns, strange creatures and even stranger people! Wield a trusty frying pan and mystic powers on an adventure into the unknown…

Why similar: Story Rich 30.4%, Cute 26.3%, 2D 14.9%, Action 12.5%, Singleplayer 8.2%

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 36.7%, Platformer 10.1%, Exploration 8.9%, Cute 8.8%, Hand-drawn 8.4%

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 36.2%, Puzzle Platformer 17.7%, Exploration 10.1%, Puzzle 8.4%, Platformer 7.5%

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

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19.2%, Difficult 17.1%, Funny 11.1%, Cute 10%, Family Friendly 9.4%

"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 17.5%, Platformer 12.6%, Puzzle Platformer 12.5%, Family Friendly 8.2%, Funny 7.3%

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 29.9%, Platformer 29.5%, Great Soundtrack 20.7%, 2D 9.4%, Action 7%

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 34.8%, Puzzle Platformer 32.7%, Puzzle 17.2%, Action 15.3%

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 40.6%, Platformer 19%, Puzzle Platformer 16.4%, Cute 6%, Action 6%

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 26.6%, Exploration 12.3%, Cute 11.8%, Puzzle 11.6%, Hand-drawn 9.5%

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 14.6%, Platformer 13.3%, Exploration 8.6%, Cute 8.4%

Catch hundreds of tinykin and use their unique powers to bring Milo back to his home planet and back to normal size!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 16.1%, Family Friendly 13.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Funny 12.1%, Cute 11.9%

Transform into a bird and fly to explore and experience a vibrant world of floating islands in the sky. Venture down into lost ancient ruins where each step leads you closer to the end of the world.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 42.1%, Exploration 31.5%, Puzzle 9.8%, Story Rich 6.1%, Colorful 5.9%

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 21.3%, Puzzle Platformer 9.6%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Platformer 8.7%, Score Attack 7.5%

Anima Flux is a co-op metroidvania with two genetically enhanced soldiers, special agents of a theocratic dictatorial regime. Fight your way through swarms of mutants through a desolate, dystopian space city and save humanity's last stronghold, if, of course, anyone is still alive...

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.3%, Great Soundtrack 15.1%, Local Co-Op 9.3%, Platformer 9.2%, Difficult 9.2%

Holy Potatoes! We’re in Space?! is a whacky space exploration game where you manage your very own spaceship, craft hundreds of weapons, and explore the vastness of a veggie-filled universe.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41%, Cute 15%, Story Rich 11.5%, Funny 11%, Exploration 10.5%

Overcooked is a chaotic couch co-op cooking game for one to four players. Working as a team, you and your fellow chefs must prepare, cook and serve up a variety of tasty orders before the baying customers storm out in a huff.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 43%, Co-op 23.4%, Family Friendly 12.3%, Funny 11.7%, Cute 5.6%

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 48.6%, Platformer 14.2%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Exploration 11.4%, 2D 4.1%

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 39.6%, Platformer 15.6%, Great Soundtrack 14.7%, Exploration 5.9%, Action 5.8%