Games Like You Have 10 Seconds

The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 64.8%, Platformer 10.8%, Difficult 10.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%, Pixel Graphics 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic precision platformer that emphasizes fast-paced, trial-and-error gameplay and instant respawns.

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 52.3%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, Difficult 13.2%, Platformer 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for precision platforming, offering tight controls and a high difficulty curve similar to the seed game.

Take control of a nimble janitor to rid the world of dust and debris.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 67.9%, Platformer 10.5%, Great Soundtrack 10.2%, Difficult 7.8%, Indie 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on fluid movement and speed, requiring players to master complex platforming paths to achieve perfection.

The End Is Nigh is a sprawling adventure platformer where you die a lot, but thats ok because you are probably already dead anyway.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 58.6%, Platformer 12.5%, Difficult 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, Indie 3%

Why You'll Like It: Created by the developer of Super Meat Boy, this game offers brutal precision platforming with a dark, atmospheric aesthetic.

VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?

Why similar: Precision Platformer 55.3%, Platformer 12.2%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Difficult 10%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A gravity-flipping precision platformer that tests your reflexes and spatial awareness in short, difficult bursts.

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: Precision Platformer 68.5%, Difficult 16.4%, Platformer 10.3%, Indie 3.5%, Singleplayer 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features momentum-based physics and challenging, minimalist levels that reward precise movement.

Beat your best scores in Neon Beats, a 2D platformer game with rhythm based levels!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 46.2%, Great Soundtrack 20.7%, Platformer 14.2%, Difficult 9.4%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based platformer that syncs movement with music, requiring precise timing to succeed.

Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 52%, Difficult 18.3%, Great Soundtrack 14.6%, Platformer 8.8%, 2D 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based platformer where the music and obstacles are perfectly synced, demanding extreme precision and pattern memorization.

Minit is a peculiar little adventure played sixty seconds at a time.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.1%, Pixel Graphics 23.5%, Indie 17.5%, 2D 7.7%, Funny 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique gameplay loop where you only have 60 seconds to live, perfectly capturing the time-pressure theme of the seed game.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 32.7%, Platformer 24.1%, Difficult 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Indie 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: Combines fast-paced, one-hit-death action with a time-manipulation mechanic that feels very similar to the pressure of a 10-second limit.

A precise 2D platformer with a twist. NO JUMPING. Master your magnetic powers to beat each level with speed and skill. Enjoy classic 16-bit gaming vibes, tackle challenging achievements and compete for global leaderboard supremacy along the way.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 69.8%, Difficult 9.4%, Platformer 5.9%, Great Soundtrack 4.6%, Indie 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A unique precision platformer that replaces jumping with magnetic attraction and repulsion mechanics.

Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37.5%, Platformer 20.9%, Difficult 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Indie 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: A high-octane 2D platformer that emphasizes speed, momentum, and chaotic movement.

10 seconds to win! is a platform game where you only have 10 seconds to complete each stage, be agile and skillful to complete all levels.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 62.8%, Difficult 14.9%, Platformer 10%, Pixel Graphics 6%, 2D 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: Directly inspired by the time-limit mechanic, this game challenges you to complete levels in under 10 seconds.

Super Meat Boy is back! This time around Meat Boy is always running, literally it's an auto-runner. You will jump, dive, slide and punch your way through brutal levels and mean boss fights. We designed 5,000+ levels so you can play the game over and over without seeing the same level twice.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 60.1%, Difficult 15.8%, Platformer 13.3%, Indie 4.2%, 2D 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: An auto-runner precision platformer that demands constant focus and quick reactions to navigate deadly obstacles.

Electronic Super Joy is a brutally hard platformer set in a world of pulse-pounding electronic music. Run, jump, smash & fly your way through 45+ weird & different levels, with low-gravity, world rotation, giant monsters & swarming missiles.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 30.9%, Platformer 21.5%, Great Soundtrack 20.5%, Difficult 16.9%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A difficult, music-driven platformer that features vibrant visuals and challenging level design.

You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 45.9%, Platformer 21.7%, Difficult 14.5%, Indie 5.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled exploration platformer that captures the feel of early 80s precision games.

Take up the challenge and face true high-stakes platforming in Jump King! Struggle upwards in search of the Smoking Hot Babe of legend, but explore with care; a single missed jump could lead to a long fall back down...

Why similar: Precision Platformer 63.9%, Difficult 18.3%, Platformer 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%, Indie 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-stakes precision game where every jump is a risk, capturing the tension of difficult platforming.

Super Rude Bear Resurrection is an ultra-tight, masocore platformer that anyone can beat! Use your corpses to get ahead, or take on the ultimate challenge and try to defeat the entire game without dying!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 65.3%, Difficult 11.2%, Platformer 8.8%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%, Indie 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A brutal precision platformer where your own corpses become platforms to help you progress.

RITE is a high-speed, precision platformer where you must conquer a series of challenging trials, a rite of passage for every Nim.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 59%, Platformer 15.7%, Difficult 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%, Indie 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, fast-paced platformer designed specifically for players who enjoy speedrunning and precision.

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 66.5%, Difficult 15.6%, Platformer 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 3.4%, 2D 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on single-screen challenges that require quick thinking and precise execution.

Bleed 2 is a relentless arcade action game featuring air-dodging, bullet-reflecting, and tons of bosses. Now with randomly-generated levels and daily challenges, too!

Why similar: Platformer 36.9%, Great Soundtrack 24.3%, Indie 20.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, 2D 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action platformer that focuses on dodging and shooting with tight, responsive controls.

A minimalistic platformer with a 1x1 tileset. No enemies, no bullets, no lasers. Just sheer platforming.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 70.6%, Difficult 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%, Platformer 4.9%, Indie 1.3%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist and difficult platformer that strips away the fluff to focus purely on movement and timing.

With the powers granted to him by the dragon, Kayra will destroy the Remnants of Naezith, enchanted fragments of the dragon's body, to prevent anyone from exploiting their power for evil. Rush and swing through levels to top the leaderboards in this fast-paced, grappling hook precision platformer.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 66.1%, Platformer 11.6%, Difficult 8.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.2%, Indie 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced grappling hook platformer that emphasizes speed and momentum-based movement.

Can you think twice in under a second?

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 49.2%, Difficult 37%, Indie 9.5%, Singleplayer 3.2%, 2D 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, color-matching game that tests your reaction speed under constant pressure.

Love pixels? Fond of platformers? Is there a special place in your heart for the 8-bit and 16-bit era? Want to have fun? Yes!? Well, you’ve come to the right place, my friend. Mutant Mudds Deluxe is a “12-bit” action platformer full of pixels and platforming fun!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 65.2%, Platformer 14.3%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer with a retro aesthetic that emphasizes precise jumping and lane-switching mechanics.

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: Precision Platformer 66.4%, Platformer 10.8%, Difficult 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%, Indie 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, vertical precision game that requires constant movement and quick decision-making.

Love is a reductive platforming game with a retro aesthetic and a focus on a challenging difficulty. It has an custom respawn system, 16 levels, 12 track soundtrack, competitive scoring, and a simple-to-use level creation feature.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 34.1%, Platformer 29.3%, Great Soundtrack 15.3%, Indie 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, difficult platformer that focuses on tight mechanics and a unique checkpoint system.

Cut-throat multiplayer running game that pits 4 players against each other, locally and/or online. Run, jump, swing around, and use devious weapons and pick-ups to knock opponents off-screen! One of the most competitive games you'll ever play.

Why similar: Platformer 56.4%, Indie 17.9%, Funny 12.3%, 2D 11.1%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: A competitive platformer that focuses on speed and using tools to outmaneuver opponents.

A fast paced platformer where you’re spawned into a level and given 10 seconds to work out how to reach the exit without dying. 25 areas with unique level design mechanics to learn.

Why similar: Platformer 58.7%, Pixel Graphics 26.5%, 2D 10.2%, Singleplayer 4.6%

You Have 10 Seconds 2 is the sequel to the popular Free to Play game "You Have 10 Seconds". You have 10 seconds to get from the start of each level to the end before time runs out and without dying.

Why similar: Platformer 70.7%, Indie 29.3%

A fast-paced 2D precision platformer with a ZX Spectrum aesthetic. And a duck!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 67%, Difficult 14.9%, Platformer 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 2.7%, 2D 2.5%

Electronic Super Joy 2 is a brutally hard platformer, set in a world of brain-smashing electronic music. Run, jump, smash, & slice your way through 55+ weird & different levels, with giant monsters, swarming missiles & secret areas.

Why similar: Difficult 28.4%, Great Soundtrack 24%, Platformer 23.4%, Indie 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

Upfall is a game about bouncing, dodging, and near death experiences. Burst bubbles to progress upwards, but be careful to dodge the hazards in the depths. How far will your upfall be? A free game for the in betweens.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 62.1%, Platformer 13.1%, Difficult 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%, Indie 4.1%

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 65.3%, Difficult 15.5%, Platformer 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.3%, 2D 2.4%

An insanely difficult precision platformer

Why similar: Precision Platformer 65%, Difficult 18.9%, Platformer 9.2%, 2D 3.2%, Indie 2.4%

Challenging 2D platformer in the best traditions of classic games, with an excellent chiptune soundtrack. The game will check your nerves for strength and bring a lot of emotions.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 60.9%, Difficult 14.6%, Platformer 12.5%, Great Soundtrack 4.8%, 2D 2.7%

Play every character simultaneously and reunite them in mind boggling 100 levels

Why similar: Precision Platformer 60.1%, Difficult 18.1%, Platformer 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%, 2D 2.6%

Vlambeer's SUPER CRATE BOX is coming to bring back the glory of the golden arcade age, when all that really mattered was getting on that high score list. Grab your baseball cap and loosen your pants, it's time to fight endless hordes of enemies and collect every weapon crate you can.

Why similar: Platformer 40.3%, Difficult 19%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, Indie 11.2%, 2D 7.5%

Face extreme challenges in a precision platformer where every move is a daring jump! Use your skill to fling yourself and stick to surfaces, navigating adrenaline-filled scenes and unpredictable obstacles.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 79.8%, Platformer 10%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%, Indie 2%, 2D 1.9%

Time Up is a fast paced action platformer, with each level only being 9 seconds. Sieze every opportunity, plan your route, Survive various deadly traps, and reach the finish line! This game combines a variety of classic platformer elements: The levels are carefully designed to make them harder, yet more enjoyable to give the player a...

Why similar: Difficult 37.2%, Platformer 30.8%, Indie 20.9%, 2D 7.6%, Singleplayer 3.5%

Escape is a simple 2D game with 35 levels already unlocked (for the sake of gaming of course). Require jumping skills, a brain and patience. Enjoy :)

Why similar: Indie 75.8%, 2D 24.2%

Ready to test your reaction?

Why similar: Precision Platformer 62.5%, Platformer 17.9%, Difficult 8.5%, Indie 5.1%, 2D 4.1%

Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max!

Why similar: Indie 88.4%, Singleplayer 11.6%

Go Slimey Go! is a fast-paced 2D platformer built around momentum, exploration, and satisfying movement. Featuring colorful pixel art, handcrafted levels full of secrets, and a highly energetic soundtrack.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 68.9%, Platformer 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%, Indie 4.4%, 2D 3.5%

Fast paced 3D action platformer.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 57.5%, Platformer 29.5%, Indie 9%, Singleplayer 4.1%

140 is a challenging minimalistic platformer with abstract colorful graphics. Rhythmic awareness is required to overcome obstacles controlled by an energetic, yet melancholic electronic soundtrack.

Why similar: Platformer 33.9%, Great Soundtrack 20.1%, Precision Platformer 18.6%, Difficult 15.8%, Indie 7.7%

Kevin is fed up with his game. Follow him in this atmospheric, dark and funny journey and fulfil his dreams. Is it even possible to escape?

Why similar: Platformer 47.9%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Indie 15.5%, 2D 9.1%, Funny 8.3%

A challenging 2D precision platformer with minimalist graphics and a great chiptune soundtrack. Escape a dangerous dungeon filled with enemies and deadly traps.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 57.2%, Difficult 14.3%, Platformer 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 3.6%

Never STANDBY in this fast-paced, precise platformer and get out of the glitched world! Can you do it faster than anyone?

Why similar: Difficult 28.4%, Great Soundtrack 26.1%, Platformer 25.6%, Indie 9.1%, 2D 5.7%

10 SECOND NINJA X is a hardcore sidescroller. You're a ninja, there are robots, you've got ten seconds to destroy them all. Get three star ratings, climb leaderboards, discover secrets and stop Captain Greatbeard.

Why similar: Platformer 34.7%, Precision Platformer 29.4%, Difficult 19.5%, Indie 11.5%, 2D 3.6%

Sensei challenge you! This is a hardcore arcade game in which you will need to complete level in less than 5 seconds!

Why similar: Indie 100%

"oO" is a hardcore minimal arcade game.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 62.1%, Difficult 17.1%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Platformer 6%, 2D 2.7%

Challenge all your skill and quick thinking ability in this precision platform game, where you are a bitrom who controller over gravity called Newton, who is trying to escape from a deformed creature that relentlessly follows him in subspace.

Why similar: Precision Platformer 63.1%, Difficult 15.2%, Platformer 13.1%, 2D 2.9%, Indie 2.4%

A fast paced precision platform game where you play as Lupu, a monster looking to make their way out of the abandoned lab and onto the surface!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 81%, Platformer 15.2%, 2D 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Phantom Jump is a skill based platformer with rhythm mechanics, built to turn you into a speedrunner.

Why similar: Platformer 36.7%, Difficult 36.1%, Indie 20.3%, 2D 6.8%

Dodge! Shoot! Go faster! Break the sound barrier in this unbelievably fast game and go straight for the first place in the leaderboard of BARRIER X!

Why similar: Difficult 36.2%, Great Soundtrack 29.6%, Indie 16.6%, Platformer 9.6%, Funny 3.4%

Sit back and enjoy 30 minutes of original electronic and vaporwave music in this challenging platformer, push forward to unlock Time Trial mode and a second playable character who completely changes the gameplay.

Why similar: Difficult 33.7%, Platformer 29.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Funny 8.1%, Great Soundtrack 8%

Become a tiny ZX8000 robot and begin your journey through a beautiful, pixel-art world inspired by games iconic to the platformer genre. Follow a cute story, upgrade your skills, beat challenging levels, and compete with other players for the fastest speedrun!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 59.8%, Difficult 14.2%, Platformer 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%, Funny 3.6%

Nara the frog has been cursed and can only make 100 jumps. Complete the challenge and break the curse

Why similar: Precision Platformer 73.1%, Platformer 13.8%, Great Soundtrack 4.8%, 2D 2.9%, Pixel Graphics 2.8%