60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Indie, 2D, Platformer, Action.
A great 2D retro-action-platformer! To the lovers of big pixels and screeching synthetic sounds we dedicate this masterpiece to you.
Donut Dodo
If a long lost arcade game from 1983 resurfaced today, it would be Donut Dodo - a classic 2D platformer from the golden era, tough as nails and challenging for the whole family! Ready to top the high score table?
Mutant Mudds Deluxe
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!
If a long lost arcade game from 1983 resurfaced today, it would be Donut Dodo - a classic 2D platformer from the golden era, tough as nails and challenging for the whole family! Ready to top the high score table?
Why similar: Arcade 21.3%, 2D Platformer 20.4%, 1980s 18.4%, Retro 9.4%, Action 8.9%
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: 2D Platformer 25.4%, Platformer 21.3%, Retro 14.5%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
Shovel Knight is a sweeping classic action-adventure game with awesome gameplay, memorable characters, and an 8-bit retro aesthetic. If you love games with perfect platforming, beautiful art, infectious music, lovable bosses, humor and levity, and real heart… Shovel Knight is for you!
Why similar: Platformer 23.4%, Retro 19.8%, Action 19.4%, Adventure 12.2%, Indie 10.8%
Super Blasting Boy is a logical platform platformer made in the best traditions of retro games of the late 80's and 90's.
Why similar: Platformer 19.2%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Retro 14.5%, Action 13.6%, Minimalist 9.1%
Spark the electric jester is an action/platformer video game heavily based on best classics from the 16-bit era from both sides of the aisle.
Why similar: Platformer 39.5%, Retro 20.7%, Action 13.7%, 2D 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8%
Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.
Why similar: Retro 16.8%, Platformer 15.9%, Arcade 13.7%, Side Scroller 13.2%, 2D Platformer 10.8%
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: 2D Platformer 32%, Platformer 22.2%, Retro 11.4%, Funny 7.3%, 2D 6.5%
Jet Gunner is a 2D platform action indie game that's full of Nestalgia. Full of action, gunfights, bosses and explosions so if you're into the whole 8-Bit vibe you should love this. From the sound, to the graphics to the flicker, this should pay tribute to those classic hard as nails, run 'n' gun games.
Why similar: Platformer 28.2%, Retro 23.1%, Action 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Indie 6.6%
"The best platformer of 2019."Horace is a huge platforming adventure which pushes the boundaries of the genre with a profound story of a small robot learning of life, the universe and Douglas Adams. Made by videogame lovers for videogame lovers!
Why similar: Platformer 27%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Retro 14.7%, Action 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
Zack Zero takes you on an action-packed platform adventure with incredible 3D graphics and the playability and entertainment of classic 2D games. Help Zack Zero save his beloved Marlene, kidnapped by the evil Zulrog in an effort to obtain the powerful substance that will allow him to travel back in time.
Why similar: Platformer 53.4%, Action 21.8%, Adventure 12.9%, Indie 11.9%
Join Knight Sigi as he runs, jumps, and battles in a flatulent quest to save Melusina, the love of his life, in this light-hearted homage to the golden days of simple but fun classic action platformers.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.2%, Retro 15.9%, Platformer 13.4%, Parody 12.1% ★, Arcade 9.5%
A game that puts together Rastan's action with adventure elements inspired by Faxanadu. An old school tribute for every lover of 8-bit classics!
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.6%, 1980s 17.4%, Arcade 16.4%, Platformer 15.8%, 2D Platformer 14%
Castle In The Darkness is a fun and challenging shout out to the early days of video games! It's an action exploration platformer with some RPG elements, much like games from the Castlevania or Metroid series. It's super fast-paced, challenging, and full of secrets!
Why similar: Platformer 36.6%, Retro 22.5%, Action 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9%, 2D 7.4%
Steel yourself for a relentless display of might and muscle…brawn and bravery…magic and mayhem! Inspired by heroic fantasy fiction, Tiny Barbarian DX combines engaging 2D platform action and combo-based hack-and-slash combat with retro-style pixel art and a loincloth-stirring chiptune soundtrack.
Why similar: Platformer 32.4%, Action 25.3%, Retro 22.1%, Adventure 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
Challenging 2D platformer with simple graphics and a great chiptune soundtrack.
Why similar: Retro 17.8%, Platformer 16.6%, Side Scroller 13.9%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Arcade 8.8%
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: Side Scroller 18.2%, Platformer 17.6%, 2D Platformer 17%, Retro 16.8%, Arcade 12.9%
Zueirama is a fun action adventure game packed with references to memes. Inspired by the games of the 90s, with cartoon characters that reflect the essence and Brazilian swinging like you have never seen.
Why similar: Platformer 36.2%, Retro 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Adventure 11.9%, Indie 9.9%
In this pixel-perfect homage to the classic action platformers, you play as Sydney Hunter - an explorer who gets trapped inside a Mayan pyramid while he's out exploring!
Why similar: Platformer 16.8%, Retro 15.4%, Action 13.6%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Arcade 9%
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.
Why similar: Platformer 29.7%, Retro 23.2%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, 2D 7.2%
Inspired by the retro glory days of 8-bit games, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer brought into the 21st century. Paying tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid, old-school platformer fans will find Rex Rocket a breath of fresh air.
Why similar: Platformer 32.2%, Retro 25.9%, Action 14.8%, Adventure 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
An adventure game with focus on acrobatics and discovering secrets. Classic platformer gameplay in the spirit of the 8-bit era games.
Why similar: Retro 22.9%, 2D Platformer 21.1%, Platformer 17.8%, Arcade 14.1%, Action 6.4%
Every day is a wonderful day for invertebrates! Come join the Squidlits of Blipston for a squishy adventure of spoopy castles, muffins, and wiggles! Made with classic handheld technology in mind, Squidlit strives to be the closest modern recreation of GameBoy game-design methods on the market.
Why similar: Retro 25.6%, Platformer 21.9%, Action 12.4%, Adventure 7.7%, Indie 7.6%
The world has ended, Demons have risen to conquer the uninhabited and flourishing nature outside. It's your turn, with your unknown identity, to find your path for a new beginning. Let's not beat about the bush here. Reset 1-1 is everything you loved about the late 80's/early 90's. It's a blast from the past, with a fresh spin.
Why similar: Indie 54.4%, Platformer 35.7%, Pixel Graphics 10%
A throwback to the golden age of white-gloved 16-bit video-game mascots, Spectacular Sparky is an action-packed platformer with wacky characters, explosive weapons and boss battles to treasure!
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.3%, Platformer 16.1%, Retro 15.6%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Arcade 12%
VVVVV is a colorful, dynamic platformer action with puzzle elements, made in retro style.
Why similar: Action 20.6%, Platformer 14.6%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Retro 12.8%, Adventure 12.5%
Evolve through the history of video games in this fun-filled blast from the past.
Why similar: Platformer 42%, Action 21.5%, Adventure 14%, Indie 12%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
Mago is a retro 2D platformer that puts us in the boots of a sorcerer, who was unfortunate enough to eat evil overlords' food. Now he has to rescue his beloved princess from the dinner menu of the evil Gourmet! Nostalgia awaits!
Why similar: Platformer 29.2%, Retro 20.2%, Side Scroller 10.7%, 2D 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
Super Catboy is an action-packed platformer created in a high-bit pixel art style, combining the best elements of the golden 16-bit platformer era of the 90s with some ‘pawsome’ new mechanics! And let’s not forget; there’s plenty of CAT CONTENT!
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.3%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Retro 14.2%, Platformer 13.6%, Arcade 12.6%
"This is some of the most fun I've had with a game so far this year, and it will go down as one of the best side-scrolling shooters of all time." - 9/10, Destructoid
Why similar: Platformer 39.3%, Action 19.3%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2D 12.6%, Indie 10.1%
A bite-sized, 8-bit style run-and-gun inspired by Saturday morning cartoons of the 80s!
Why similar: Retro 25%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Platformer 20.7%, Action 12.4%, 2D 7.8%
Return to the Golden Age of arcades with a hardcore action platformer that pulls no punches! Possesses all the hallmarks of true classics like Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts (SNES), Rastan Saga (Arcade), Castlevania (NES) and more with precise controls, high challenge, and meticulous design.
Why similar: Platformer 29.7%, Retro 18.2%, Arcade 11.8%, Side Scroller 8.3%, Action 7.9%
Retro sidescrolling action and adventure greet you in Sacred Stones! The indie atmosphere is easy to immerse yourself in. Have a great time as you explore, run/jump & fight your way to victory. This game is perfect for both hardcore and casual fans alike seeking that nostalgic-indie fix!
Why similar: Action 39.1%, Platformer 33.1%, Indie 22.7%, Adventure 5.2%
Fight monsters, ghosts, and zombies with your mighty sythe! Find all the secrets, and unlock powerful weapons! Avoid saws, fireballs, pools of acid, and spikes! Kraino Origins is retro gaming goodness!
Why similar: 1980s 19.7%, Side Scroller 17.3%, 2D Platformer 17%, Platformer 16.4%, Action 6.7%
"The most rewarding game of 2013!" Influenced by retro classics Mega Man and Castlevania, Angry Video Game Nerd Adventures features the AVGN and friends as they blast their way through 10 levels of fun, fast paced 2D action based on the AVGN's adventures in his online series.
Why similar: Platformer 30.8%, Retro 22.3%, Side Scroller 11.7%, Action 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
Radical Rabbit Stew is a hare-raising action-arcade game, featuring fast-paced whack-a-rabbit gameplay, scintillating puzzles, super-sized boss fights, juicy pixel graphics and a sizzling soundtrack, perfect for new players and 16-bit retro fans alike!
Why similar: Arcade 27.1%, Retro 21.7%, Action 13.6%, 2D 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
“Z”, the classic Real Time Strategy Game by the Bitmap Brothers. Fans of this classic strategy title are in for a real treat. Everything is in here from the terrific comedy cut scenes to the frantic game play making this is the definitive version of Z.
Why similar: Retro 55.7%, Action 24.7%, Old School 17.5%, Singleplayer 2.1%
Jett Rider is an arcade shooter packed with action, exploration, RPG elements, tons of humor and awesome bosses. Explore, fight, gain experience, purchase weapons in this exciting adventure.
Why similar: Platformer 19.5%, Side Scroller 19.2%, 2D Platformer 17.7%, Retro 13.1%, Arcade 10.8%
Annalynn is a 2D platformer made in the style of arcade games from the early '80s. Collect the coins, grab the bonus foods, and turn the tables with blinding rubies! Think you've got what it takes to go for the high score?
Why similar: 1980s 17.9%, Arcade 17.5%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Platformer 15.1%, Retro 12.4%
The feeling of 90's arcade shooter will come again !! Arcade-like side scroll shooter of 7 stages in all!
Why similar: Action 31.2%, Arcade 21.8%, Indie 16.6%, 2D 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.1%
Ultionus is a love-letter to the home computer arcade games of the late 80s and early 90s, with colorful 2D visuals, catchy chiptune music by the legendary Jake 'Virt' Kaufman, and 7 stages of hard-as-nails gameplay.
Why similar: Retro 29.7%, Platformer 23.7%, Arcade 10.8%, Side Scroller 9.6%, Action 9.5%
Throw on your nostalgia goggles and travel back in time with Super Win the Game, a retro-core explosion of exploration and platforming action!!
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.6%, 1980s 22.1%, Platformer 17%, Retro 12%, Old School 6%
Jet Set Knights is an old-school arcade action platformer inspired by classics from the golden age such as Mario Bros, Snow Bros or newest Super Crate Box. If You love retro 2D platformers mixed with tower defense and RPG elements, Jet Set Knight is for You!
Why similar: Platformer 22.6%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, Retro 16.2%, Arcade 15.5%, Action 7.3%
Join brave sir Lootalot on his epic quest in this little Zelda-lite adventure. Explore and fight your way through the dangerous dungeons filled with traps, puzzles and magical artifacts. And, of course, show the evil bosses who is the real boss here.
Why similar: Retro 27.5%, Parody 18% ★, Action 13.1%, 2D 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
Best Indie PC Game, Digital Dragons 2014. Top Hat is a 2D action adventure platformer, just like old NES games. If you are tired of “games” in which you get hit by heavy machine gun and grenades, and all you need to do is cover behind the wall to replenish HP, then Top Hat is a perfect game for you!
Why similar: Platformer 35.8%, Action 28.8%, Adventure 18.1%, Indie 17.4%
Embark on an epic journey through exotic worlds to uncover the mystery of the magic crystals! An exciting retro platform adventure in the nostalgic style of the 90's DOS platformers
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.6%, Platformer 18.7%, Retro 18.3%, Action 7.4%, Old School 7.2%
If you love retro games, this is for you! Get ready for some intense retro space shooting!
Why similar: 1980s 27.6%, Arcade 23.3%, Retro 22.8%, Action 9.2%, 2D 7.7%
Alien Zombie Megadeath is a gloriously intense platform shoot-em-up!
Sir Lovelot is on a quest to find the love of his life. Join him in this wacky tight platformer, where impressing cheeky damsels is harder than a heart of stone!
Why similar: Platformer 22.9%, 2D Platformer 22.3%, Retro 19.9%, 2D 7%, Pixel Graphics 7%
Swords & Bones inherits the spirit of the great 16-bit classics from the 80s and 90s, enriching the game experience with modern mechanics! Undead hordes and demons await you in this epic adventure!
Why similar: Retro 20.8%, Platformer 18.9%, Arcade 16.1%, Action 15.8%, Adventure 9.6%
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: Platformer 44.5%, Indie 24.5%, Action 14.1%, Adventure 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
Huge classic platformer with several power-ups and 8-12 hours of main story & 300+ hidden locations just begging for exploration · 56 big Levels · 5 huge worlds
Why similar: Platformer 40.5%, Retro 18.4%, Action 8.4%, 2D 7%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
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: 1980s 28.5%, Platformer 23.3%, Retro 13.8%, 2D 8.2%, Funny 7.3%
-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 33.8%, Action 24.9%, Indie 10.8%, Adventure 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%
A 8-bit retro action platformer that goes beyond just pixels and chiptunes
Why similar: Retro 27.9%, Platformer 27.2%, Action 19.2%, Indie 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
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: Platformer 44.6%, Retro 24.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Indie 7.9%, Action 6.7%
Created by zsKnight of ZSNES is this really neat retro game collection containing a fun shuffler story mode and a challenging arcade mode. Features 52 different 8bit style games which includes local competitive multiplayer and various different game modes to play and enjoy.
Why similar: Retro 19.8%, Side Scroller 18.9%, 2D Platformer 18.4%, Arcade 16.5%, Old School 7.1%
Cattie is a platform game with retro graphics.
Why similar: Retro 27.7%, Platformer 22.5%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Action 7%
Kick butt in this retro 2D action-platformer! SEEP Universe is an indie game for PC inspired by the 8-16 bit era!
Why similar: Platformer 20.2%, Retro 19.4%, Action 14.2%, Arcade 14.1%, Adventure 8.9%
