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Looking for games like 2D Platformer? Here are top platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Osteya, Gaze At Maze or Arcus Chroma: Classic.

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  1. View Game
    39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    40% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    Osteya - the city which once was home to many people over the centuries. According to historians, there is a legend that Osteya stuck in time between worlds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Osteya.

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  2. Gaze At Maze is a 2D top-down Maze game based on the story of a weird maze world which is full of weird looking creatures, powerful bots guarding the human embryos against intruders. The mission of the player is to find a way out to reach the finish line. Jack, an innocent boy, suddenly found a globe in a garden near his house. When he touched the globe out of curiosity, he found himself in a wei… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gaze At Maze.

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  3. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    94% User Score Based on 141 reviews

    Welcome to the origins of 'Arcus Chroma' a labor of love brought to life by GxGrainson, a solo game developer (a hearty hello from the creator!). A venture fueled by passion, this innovative fighting game boasts a unique ‘Hyper-Flow' combat style which removes the jump button and relocates it to enhance all other mechanics of the game. Current Early Access Features Local Versus Mode against Pl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcus Chroma: Classic.

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    60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    60% User Score Based on 142 reviews

    Mona, a young butterfly, is disguised in the hood of a moth’s design for her own protection. But from what, Mona does not yet know. There are many things about the world Mona has been purposefully kept from knowing. Holed up in her nestroom, she looks out of her window and gazes upon the distant, glittering, twinkling lights of an alluring place which lies near the heart of this unknown world of b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sect-Machina.

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    14%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    20% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Collect all candies during the game, avoid saws, spikes and falling to abyss - you will help main character come back home and Save the Halloween for his family! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Save the Halloween.

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  6. This game is a fantasy platformer presenting adventures of a little knight committed to get bad creatures out of the magic world with the help of a sword and magic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fury Knight.

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    39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    58% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    In the game you control Rotatex is a real cat from another dimension, we have to help him get to the portal in other rooms. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rotatex.

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  8. HEDE Game Engine - this is a set of tools that allows you to create small simple games and share them with other players on the incentive, we can also publish your game if it turns out to be interesting, and you get a percentage of sales. At the moment, you can create simple platformers in which any sprite can be a hero who jumps and controls WASD, moves around the map you draw, collecting coins … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HEDE Game Engine.

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  9. Created for GMTK Jam 2024. The idea was to make an Metroidvania. Sadly, as is usually the case with overscoping, most of the content that makes the game a game couldn't get in. A good chunk of the development time actually went into making the basic mechanics and the level editor, so I made sure to include them in the web version as well (even if without the ability to save your creation). Usage … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hollow Cheese.

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  10. PPP is a 2D puzzle platformer game where you solve your way out. There are 20 different enjoyable levels where each of them offers unique experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PPP.

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  11. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    84% User Score Based on 50 reviews

    Bat has a VERY strange quirk... He can only turn around by smacking his face into walls. This will make saving the world somewhat difficult, but someone's gotta do it. Super easy to play... and darn hard to beat, flap your way to the top of 5 punishingly-addicting levels while earning achievements, setting leaderboard times, and unlocking the many gameplay-earned cosmetic items. Make no mistak… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bat to Bed.

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  12. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    65% User Score Based on 31 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    A kingdom-rebuilding adventure filled with action and strategy! Kingdom's Return is an action RPG where you'll adventure to restore your fallen kingdom. Collect materials in 2D side-scrolling adventure stages, then use them in the strategy part to rebuild your kingdom and power up your characters! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom's Return: Time-Eating Fruit and the Ancient Monster.

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  13. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    77% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    Explore the mysterious land of Zagora in this action-packed platformer. Wander through lush forests, crumbling castles, battle corrupted creatures, and escape intricate traps. Jump, slash and shoot your way through challenging foes and mighty bosses inspired by Slavic myths. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Marko: Beyond Brave.

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  14. It's a game mixed with action, puzzling and collecting. You can use various tools to break barriers,  find your way through maze-like levels by solving puzzles and operating mechanics to find treasures.  There are puzzling elements everywhere in the game. So it's not just a brainless digging game. you need to make good use of memory and logic thought to find solutions. Different parts of the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miner Open Chests.

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  15. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization
    92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Hidden-object adventure game. The player needs to run around the location and look for objects in secret places, climbing into them along walls and ledges. The player controls the girl using the Wasd keys and the mouse. And jumps around the location. When falling from a height, the player's health will be taken away; when it runs out, the player will die and will have to start the pass… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Climb Challenge - Find Items 4.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    89% User Score Based on 83 reviews

    NOTTOLOT is a robot hacking action game. Your character can take over enemy robots and use their special abilities to escape from the factory. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NOTTOLOT.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization
    89% User Score Based on 61 reviews

    A 3D action platformer where you play as a wind-up toy in a Tinkerer's workshop set in the Victorian Age. As a small wind-up toy, you must rely on your wind-up key to embark on an arduous journey. Defeat enemies and uncover a dark secret within the rooms. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Minute.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    99% User Score Based on 178 reviews

    Rec, the civilization-recording robotMotionRec is a recording-based puzzle action game built around the concept of recording and playback. Use this ability to guide Rec, the civilization-recording robot, through a devastated world. The power of MotionRecYou can record the trajectory of your movements, from walking to jumping. Use stage gimmicks to create and record more complex movements to trav… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MotionRec.

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  19. Spike Mtn is a challenging 2D precision platformer with fast and fun movement. To overcome the challenges on Spike Mtn, you will need to swing back and forth on your grappling hooks, building momentum to launch yourself great distances with speed. Mastering movement will give you the speed and precision you need to climb Spike Mtn! Features include: over 50 challenges; movement that's tough but… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spike Mtn.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 590 reviews

    A puzzle game where the rooms are items and the items are rooms. Get to the goal by moving, rearranging and duplicating rooms and altering the structure of the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Recursed.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    84% User Score Based on 109 reviews

    Run or Die is a fast paced Endless Runner that focuses on movement based abilities (and a huge Ion Cannon)! Players must make decisions in the blink of an eye and react quickly in order to make their way through a hazardous city environment where every run is different! Can you make it to the Lab to save Flow? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Run or Die.

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  22. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    74% User Score Based on 419 reviews

    Eets Munchies is a reimagining of the award-winning puzzle game by Klei Entertainment. Featuring gorgeous animation and ridiculous creatures, players help an adorable hungry creature devour cake in increasingly devious puzzles. Replay the game forever with the Puzzle Maker and challenge your friends with your own mind-bending puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eets Munchies.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    87% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Straima is a devilishly difficult pulse-pumper platformer for 1-4 players. It includes several game modes, selectable powers and gameplay mutators, as well as a full feature level editor allowing you to design, save and share your inspired creations with chums for immense joy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Straima.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    93% User Score Based on 512 reviews

    RPG in a Box lets you easily create 3D grid-based, voxel-style RPGs and adventure games! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RPG in a Box.

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  25. Show your reflexes and reach the Surface! Surface Rush is an arcade, skill based game, where you must throw Pumpum and make him bounce through the ocean bottom. Keep an eye on the oxygen bar and keep moving towards the goal. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Surface Rush.

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  26. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    95% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    COMBAT Combine melee/ranged attacks and movement skills together freely Switch weapons on the fly to seamlessly string together combos Launch enemies into the sky or wall splat for extended juggles Dash, blink, and fling through the air with momentumFEATURES Diverse weapon movesets and mechanics with unique playstyles Varied enemies with distinct behavior Layered soundtrack that gradually bui… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defect Process.

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  27. View Game
    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    88% User Score Based on 277 reviews

    Welcome to Manyland, an open universe we invent and live together! In an infinite world of abundance, we create new things by drawing them, build new places, hang out and chat, collect, make music, party, script objects, go on adventures... and have fun together in ways none of us can predict. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Manyland.

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  28. 48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    70% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Two Parsecs From Earth gameplay is remarkable interactive and adaptive to you! Choose 3 abilities during the exploration and experience your adventure in 8 different ways according to your own decisions, accompanied by music that adapts to your abilities choices. Once the adventure is over, you have the opportunity to do it again differently in the unique "New game+" mode integrated into the story… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Two Parsecs From Earth.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    88% User Score Based on 60 reviews

    Be a true explorer! Explore hundreds of hours of hand crafted content while getting constantly stronger and learning new abilities on the way. Features one truly immense world that is constantly expanded by players and developers alike. What gem of a creation you will uncover just around the corner? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Below Kryll.

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  30. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 136 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 8 reviews

    Tiny Thor is a classic Jump'n'Run that cleverly combines elements of action, puzzles and skill. The unique hammer-throwing action spellbinds players right from the start and acquires special superhuman abilities and upgrades as the game progresses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Thor.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, monetization
    95% User Score Based on 1,607 reviews

    I Wanna Maker is a precision platformer with a robust level editor and online level sharing, based on I Wanna Be The Guy fangames. Create complex levels using a wide variety of objects, a powerful events system, and customizable visuals. Browse levels online, traverse a hand-crafted campaign, take on challenge modes, and more! Level Editor Features Intuitive but powerful level editor with 70+ ob… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I Wanna Maker.

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  32. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    59% User Score Based on 232 reviews

    Train Station Simulator is a station builder and manager game. Create and maintain your dream station! Ride the rails and operate your ultimate grand central empire! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Train Station Simulator.

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  33. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 2,060 reviews

    Beat your best scores in Neon Beats, a 2D platformer game with rhythm based levels! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neon Beats.

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  34. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    96% User Score Based on 195 reviews

    Touhou Mystery Reel is a horizontal scrolling action game. The game has a unique combat system. Players make different decisions in the level, which will trigger different plots at the end of the level. It is up to the player to challenge a stronger BOSS or do something "dirty". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Mystery Reel.

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  35. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:character development, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    67% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Story:2.5 platformer game where player character is skeleton character. 9 different levels where player need solve different puzzles and make accurate jumps to reach star which is end of every level. Falling from a height kills player.Features:- 9 levels - Skeleton character - Puzzles - Falling damage - Steam achievements If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skeleton Runner.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 189 reviews

    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! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nohra.

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  37. 43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, character development
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, monetization
    69% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Black Salt Coreuption is a one-on-one 3D arena fighting game that allows complete freedom of movement around the arena rather than 3D fighters doing combat on a 2D plane. The Black Salt Coreuption 3D arena fighting game series also combines two action properties. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Salt Coreuption.

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  38. Description:Scythe Story features a world in which mushrooms with dark magic have descended the once peaceful kingdom into chaos. In this single-player 2D roguelike game, you play as Circe as she fights off hordes of monsters, collects coins to upgrade her abilities, and rids the world of the corruptive force.Circe is blessed with several magical abilities for her use. Her first gift is her Scythe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ScytheStory.

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  39.             Description Making a polished 2D platformer in Unity can take weeks of setup and debugging before you even start designing levels. The 2D Platformer Pro Kit was built to change that. It gives you a complete, production-ready foundation so you can spend less time fighting code and more time creating your game. This bundle combines all our premium 2D assets into one cohesive packag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unity 2D Platformer Kit – Complete Game Template.

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  40. This is a tech demo of this game's "engine" and systems. The game's final name is to be revealed. Can you find the unique mechanics the final game will make use of? Everything seen and heard (as well as all code (except the third-party Unity engine's)) is our (The Shaggy39 Studio's) own, do NOT use ANY assets without permission. Controls Move with WASD or Arrow KeysAttack with Z or SpacebarLo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to "Man".

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  41. "I'M LATE!!"You've overslept! Play as a high school girl who's late for class and facing a chaotic dash to school. In this short, 2D top-down runner, you'll need to overcome a series of ridiculous familiar anime tropes obstacles to get to class before 8 AM. Key Features: Fast-Paced, Chaotic Gameplay: A simple control scheme lets you jump right into the action and weave through an ani… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tardiness Girl.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Overview Palette Swap is a monochrome action platformer inspired by the Super Game Boy accessory for the Super Nintendo, allowing you to swap 2 color palettes on the fly during gameplay. However, the palette will change the environment around you as well, requiring constant swapping to get through the game. Explore 3 huge collectathon-style levels as well as extra speedrun challenges. Do your best… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Palette Swap.

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  43. RUNES Magica is a 2D loglike magic action game. You go on a journey as "Lunia," a girl wizard who lost her father to a false charge. Defeat the knight king who has been the cause of everything and complete your revenge.Game Features ■ Rune system Lunia uses rune magic completed by her father. Discover new runes through runes synthesis and use diverse spells. ■ Relic Complete the best… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RUNES Magica.

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  44. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    71% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Story: 2rd person sci-fi shooter where player sci-fi warrior mission is to kill different enemies in 7 different themed levels, like desert, city, winter etc levels. Every level player confronts different enemies like different trooper enemies with different weapons like rifle, flamethrowers etc. Also melee gruntling enemies and mini spiders are included in levels. Every level contains also 1-2 b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Assassin Of Aliens.

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  45. Goblin Dish - A captivating 3D logic puzzle. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goblin Dish.

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  46. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Frostburn is a 2D action platformer featuring a fire-and-ice theme with Viking aesthetics. The protagonist, Vidar, is the sole survivor of his village and is determined to get revenge against two evil gods. In Frostburn, the player must jump, dash, climb, and fight their way through various obstacles and enemies. With two unique environments and two formidable boss arenas, Frostburn is the perfect… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FrostBurn.

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  47. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    77% User Score Based on 65 reviews

    Blacksmith: Ignite the Forge is a mix of a simulator, strategy, and auto-battler. Become a master smith, craft various weapons, and enhance them with magical runes. Equip a team of adventurers with your hand-made tools, send them on missions, gather loot to upgrade your forge, and save the land! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blacksmith: Ignite the Forge.

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  48. Manga Ninja A platformer without a jump button. In Manga Ninja, you cannot jump. Instead, you throw a shuriken into the air, create a grappling point, and pull yourself toward it. Every movement is deliberate. Every mistake is visible. Every success feels earned. Core Gameplay No jump key — only shuriken grappling Precise mid-air movement Skill-based platforming Easy t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MangaNinja.

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  49. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    81% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    Explore a vast interconnected world. Master fluid movement. Become one with Maseylia. Maseylia: Echoes of the Past is a true 3D Metroidvania built around freedom of movement, deep exploration, and atmospheric discovery. In a fully interconnected three-dimensional world, every new ability dramatically transforms how you traverse the environment — opening hidden paths, enabling sequence breaking, an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maseylia : Echoes of the Past.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    95% User Score Based on 55 reviews

    Dig up the Adamant Core from a procedurally generated mine, extract ores, sell them for profit, upgrade your equipment, and keep the King happy by sending him tributes before he loses his temper! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OREBLAZE.

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