Games like A Familiar Mess

This is a puzzle game where you stretch cats to get their king to the top of a mountain. Try to complete all 8 levels! This was solo developed by me for the 2024 GMTK jam with the theme "Built to Scale". Some minor fixes have been made to this game post-jam, the original jam version is available to download below. Note: There seems to be some minor visual issues with the cats in the windows buil… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat King's Long Journey (GMTK Jam 2024).

was made by THE GAMEHOUSE TEAM* Jonas Newhouse - Programming & Sound DAXE - Environmental Art  Madeline Jackson - Rats, Instruments Spencer LaBelle - Ghosts, Game Logo, Path Design TIPS The game should run well in browser, but audio balance will be notably worse than in the downloadable desktop build.Headphones recommended for the best experience.Overall, this game is intended to provide… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ghost Buskers.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay

78% User Score Based on 51 reviews

Deep Night Detective, the monochromatic mystery metroidvania! Created by Wilson Taylor with music by Lewmoth! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Night Detective: Chapter One.

Directive 399WH is a… we’re not sure exactly. You are woken by your ship’s AI as there is an anomaly causing time loops aboard ship. The AI has a plan and he has chosen you….. for some reason?The game is kind of a Puzzle/Exploration/Narrative game…. Just play it for a bit and tell us what we have made. Please… we’d love to know  If it feels like two different games jammed together at a certain p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Directive 399WH.

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you crossed a Pokémon (RPG) style game with Overcooked (Cooking), of course you haven't but we did it anyway. Prepare to see why these genres combined make a confusing game with far too many systems to build and Art to draw in 72 hours. Changelog (Post Jam Bug Fixes) V1.01 - Hotfix (WebGL build only): Fixed the Web Build requiring the F1 Key to work as t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Culinary Creature Combat.

Welcome to the Museum of Horror. You will be ordered to maintain the museum until 6 a.m., the player in charge of the night guard at the museum. With 10 very important odd rules of work.The museum displays fantastic surrealist works and human emotions.But you keep feeling something strange. While you're looking back, the sculpture moves, and it sounds in places where it shouldn't.As time went by i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Napolium.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

87% User Score Based on 67 reviews

Critic Score 64%Based on 3 reviews

Sonority is a music-based puzzle game. You are playing as Esther, a young girl who has made it her task to unveil the secrets of music. Equipped with her panpipes she arrives at the mysterious rockery, where she will have use her wits to pass test after test by creating melodies. Initially, these consist of simple tone sequences, though during the course of the game they become more and more compl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sonority.

35%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

35% User Score Based on 101 reviews

Fight off troops of droids for freedom and honor in this new tower defense game - RoboWars! Lead the forces of the Solar Union to protect the peaceful planet of Praymos from the aggressive Trade Confederation. RoboWars combines tower defense gameplay with a collectible card game. Explode, burn, poison and freeze enemies to stop the attack on your base and prevent the enemy capturing your flags. D… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Robowars.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

65% User Score Based on 23 reviews

Darkness. Falling. Light. A metallic, geometric cavern surrounds you. A single source of light beckons you forward, up – towards the only exit. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metamorphic.

39%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

39% User Score Based on 147 reviews

It's the zombie-slaying survival game with JRPG elements you didn't know you wanted! Get swarmed by zombies in active-time battles, search for other survivors, eat and most importantly: SURVIVE! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invasion: Brain Craving.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

88% User Score Based on 430 reviews

LineWay is a concise style and easy-to-handle puzzle game, its goal is to connect all bricks into one line, and based on that, there are many different functional bricks to form varied challenging game levels. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LineWay.

43%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

50% User Score Based on 36 reviews

In Defendoooooor!!!, it's your job to fight an alien invasion. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defendoooooor!!.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

47% User Score Based on 95 reviews

Evie is a short first-person horror narrative that unfolds a mind-boggling event, set in the middle of an eerie forest that was left undiscovered for good reasons. The story starts off by reading diaries left in an abandoned house by a lady named Evie. As a player, you will quickly realize that great tragedies hit her life and uncontrollably fell into a downward spiral of despair. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evie.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

49% User Score Based on 51 reviews

You wake up and find yourself trapped in a dream. Only thing in your mind is to wake up. The key to wake up lies within 3 Dream Stones which are awaiting at the end of puzzles you encounter through the game in different dream chapters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dream Stone.

This game is significantly smoother if you download the .exe file, but should be playable in browser** (including on mobile). If your jump distance at the start feels way too low, try downloading the game and playing in a smaller window. ~~~ KNOWN BUGS **On some monitors/browsers, the jump distance is perpetually set to be almost nothing. I've yet to figure out why this happens, though to my… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boot King's Tax Day.

Welcome to the Museum of Horror. You will be ordered to maintain the museum until 6 a.m., the player in charge of the night guard at the museum. With 10 very important odd rules of work.The museum displays fantastic surrealist works and human emotions.But you keep feeling something strange. While you're looking back, the sculpture moves, and it sounds in places where it shouldn't.As time went by … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Napolium.

Ranked top 20 and featured in Mark Brown's Best Games from GMTK Jam 2020 video! Timestamp 19:18 If you want to see what else we're making, drop us a follow! Programmer/designer: KIRAArtist: ALPHA6Musician: VICTORABDAMusician: RUSTOCRATMusician: AJ BOOKER HTML5 Important Info If the controls don't work try refreshing the window. Then click the run button without scrolling or pressing anything … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Between a Clock and a Hard Place.

This game was created in less than a week as a birthday's gift to my beloved partner. It's inspired by Nes and MSX era, and it's mainly based on the game "City Connection".========================================GAMEPLAY: You have 3 extra lives, and your mission is to paint the entire track while avoiding police cars. Each stage has a Bonus reward (displayed at top right corner of the screen) that… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wheels of Elefantita!.

Hello! This is our teams submission for the GXC #NoticeMe 2 week game jam (https://gxc.gg/game-jam/) with the theme "Then the Night Changed Everything"! Leave a rating and check out the gxc version at https://gxc.gg/games/zoybnh/Gunk-Night/ Gunk Night is a fast paced and satisfying platformer with 2 distinct phases. At night you transform into a raccoon with an urge to roll and spread gunk to ever… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunk Night.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

96% User Score Based on 184 reviews

Too Many Toys! is a cozy organizing simulator where you'll sort 5,517 toys in a messy toy shop. Put every toy back in its correct place, complete rows to gain points, and spend them on upgrades that make organizing faster and more satisfying! Who Made This Mess?!The toy store is a complete mess! Thousands of toys have been left scattered all over the place. Your job is simple: Pick up… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Too Many Toys!.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability

80% User Score Based on 66 reviews

Introducing Syke, a first-person exploratory puzzle game set in a mesmerizing and enigmatic reality. Awakening in a world of impossible physics, you play as an individual making their way through areas of surreal complexity. Through a multitude of engaging puzzles and clues, you will work to piece together a story that defines the nature of this very world. Features: Four distinct and visually s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Syke.

P.O.W.D.E.R. - Powder On Wild Days Explodes Randomly Play as a delivery elf who must maneuver around obstacles to prevent his package from bursting and deliver it to one of many towns. You can consume the exploded powder to get a buff, but things might get even worse... How long will you resist before giving in to the powder's appeal? Gameplay Whenever one of your powder keg explodes, it is turned… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to P.O.W.D.E.R..

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, character development

70% User Score Based on 270 reviews

《古龙风云录》，灵感来源于武侠小说泰斗古龙先生的作品。这是一款融合了古龙经典的武侠RPG，你将化身仁义庄的辰雨，在自由广袤的武侠世界中，结识形形色色的奇人、豪侠，根据线索一步步揭开江湖迷局，体验古龙世界独具的苍凉感、勇气、侠义、爱与宽容。 “小李飞刀成绝响，人间不见楚留香”。每个人的心中都有一个江湖， 盼各位少侠，能够在《古龙风云录》中回首江湖梦，快意恩仇，倚剑长歌。 1.1 版本更新现已推出，围绕游戏体验各个方面进行优化提升：新增大量战斗语音、好感度系统反馈语音，全场景性能及视觉效果优化，新增画面后期处理、战斗倍速功能，让你收获全新的战斗体验。原汁原味古龙经典 河洛再续正统武侠江湖无情人有情，小李飞刀李寻欢、四条眉毛陆小凤、无名浪子沈浪，这些来自不同经典作品的江湖豪侠，将在本作中一同与你携手踏上旅途。游戏拥有古龙57部作品，72本小说全球全版权的完整授权，总计有超70小时的单周目体验… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 古龙风云录.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

85% User Score Based on 59 reviews

Six Sides of the World is a puzzle videogame that takes you into an intergalactic journey through different star systems riddled with brain-racking challenges. Spatial orientation, logic and pure wit will be your weapons to go through the different cube shaped planetary systems. Each level will bring the threats to a whole new level, adding all kinds of sci-fi hazards: from portals to laser beams. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Six Sides of the World.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

52% User Score Based on 100 reviews

The Nightmare Cooperative is a strategic roguelike where you lead a group of unlikely comrades through some rather difficult situations. Your village has fallen on hard times and it's up to you to bring back some gold. Or even just try and survive for a bit. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Nightmare Cooperative.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

64% User Score Based on 280 reviews

Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

Zavix Tower is an old-school, party-based, first-person CRPG with rogue-like elements, an upgrade-able and persistent town, and turn-based combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zavix Tower.

54%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

54% User Score Based on 149 reviews

Imagine if every time you fall asleep new adventure awaits you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Adventurer - Episode 1: Beginning of the End.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

47% User Score Based on 49 reviews

Find Out - this is an adventure game in which you will have to escape from an unknown location, surrounded by a large maze. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Find Out.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability

80% User Score Based on 112 reviews

Feesh: An arcade game of microscopic survival, and pesky sharks. The mechanic is simple; eat smaller feesh to get bigger, and avoid being eaten by bigger Feesh. Survive long enough, and you'll evolve! But try not to get naturally selected. A game by Tj H, with music by RDTR Productions If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Feesh.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

83% User Score Based on 136 reviews

Step inside the TARDIS with the Doctor in this beautiful, animated, interactive story from the Doctor Who team. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Doctor Who: The Runaway.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

86% User Score Based on 163 reviews

Blocks lets you easily create 3D objects in virtual reality, no matter your modelling experience. Using six simple tools, you can bring your applications to life, create a volumetric masterpiece, or simply let your imagination run wild. Get inspired by others’ creations or publish your own to inspire the world around you. No matter your modeling experience, you’ll create beautiful 3D objects … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blocks.

Lavakinemat Inc. Game for Godot Wild Jam #9 by Aemetta and toasteater Welcome aboard, new kinemat! As an engineer at Lavakinemat Inc., you will be working on our world-class facility, for transportation and processing of the most sought after substance of this age: molten rocks! We are all looking forward to having you on our excellent team. Best regards,CEO, Lavakinemat Inc. Gameplay Lavakinemat … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lavakinemat Inc..

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Tame-a-goat-chi is a cozy world of goats that live alongside your daily routine, gently unfolding at the bottom of your screen. You start with a small pasture and a few lovable goats, each with their own personality and moods. As you go about your day, they wander, play, and react to the world around them, turning your farm into a living, evolving space. Caring for your goats keeps them happy. H… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tame-a-goat-chi.

About: This is a simple short 2D pixel-art platformer with a premise that fall damage now exists and in game it is explained by your character having glass-like fragile knees. Your goal is to get out of the cave you are in by traversing a number of levels you find. Each level was hand created and holds a special feature about it. What is that feature? Is it shortcuts, punishing routes or misdirect… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Broken Knees.

Death Pirate is a new mix of shoot'em up and RPG with a gripping story and an original soundtrack. Fly through the city of South Town to unravel the mystery of the Death Pirate. The game features 7 playable characters and 26 unique stages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death Pirate.

POWER CREEP Pixel Game Jam 2025 Entry (Best Played in Edge/Chrome) CONTROLS (M+KB and Gamepad) Fairly standard FPS controls Move: WASD/ Left Stick Look: Mouse/ Right Stick Sprint: LShift / Click Left Stick Shoot: Left-Click / Right Trigger Interact: E / Button-South Jump: Space / Button North (or Left Trigger) Reload: R / Button West Pause: Tab / Start … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Power Creep.

Reincarnated As An Adorable Walking Rock In A Peaceful Gardening Sim GameChoose to be Pebble-chan, Rock-kun, or Stone-sensei. Walk around growing plants and enjoying nature sounds. A cozy top-down 2D pixel art gardening sim sandbox with satisfying sounds. Free to play online (no ads or microtransactions) on desktop web browser$1 download for Mac/WindowsThe free online version has all the same feat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reincarnated As An Adorable Walking Rock In A Peaceful Gardening Sim Game.

A WIP game that I am using in order to learn how to add all kinds of features, functionality and develop my GameDev skills. This game was started following along with the GameDev.tv Udemy 2D course found here: https://www.udemy.com/unitycourse/ Controls: W,A,S,D to move left to right and up and down. Press SPACE to jump, and P in game to Pause. More controls to come as they are implemented. New Ve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starheim.

Find the objects that are hidden on the map. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hidden Water.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

90% User Score Based on 257 reviews

Shelve the Potions! Organize 2000+ potions on shelves after the witch's cats have knocked them over, using clues around an enchanted cellar. Learn strange symbols, decipher cryptic notes, and uncover the correct shelf orders in a cozy organizational simple puzzle game. The witch had to leave on urgent business. By the time you arrive for your very first day as her apprentice. Her mischievous cats… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shelve the Potions!.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics

69% User Score Based on 80 reviews

What must a chef entrusted with starting a new restaurant in London do? That's right, prepare a menu and come up with a name for the place. Except you've almost missed the deadline. Being out of ideas, you felt super-lucky to see an email offering to solve your exact problem. You clicked on the attached link, and then… Welcome to Wonderland's one and only mobile cafe. A long journey awaits you in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abra-Cooking-Dabra.

26%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

29% User Score Based on 42 reviews

Want to learn Blender but don't know where to start? Start here. Built for complete beginners. If you already know Blender, this game is not for you. 3D Skills Start Here teaches your first steps in Blender through play, mini games, and puzzles. No tutorials to sit through. You learn by doing. If you already know what G, R, and S do, you're past what this game teaches. Backed by over 1,000 supp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 3D Skills Start Here.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

82% User Score Based on 384 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 8 reviews

Tools Up! Ultimate Edition is a chaos-filled, local couch-coop extravaganza, all about renovating homes and the outdoors. It comes with all updates, content, and DLC in one package, supporting up to 4 players. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tools Up!.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

68% User Score Based on 180 reviews

Roadmap Developer NotesThe game is playable offline. On your first run, your system may request a connection permission (it will be labelled as Portal Fantasy or, in some cases, js.node). This connection is used for current features that require online verification with our servers, such as redeeming referral codes and painting Porbles, as well as for future features like PvP. You can choos… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Portal Fantasy.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

99% User Score Based on 314 reviews

Logiart is a "Picture Logic Puzzle" that uses vertical and horizontal numbers as hints to complete illustrations. It has simple and easy-to-understand rules, making it accessible for anyone to play. Various assist functions are also included, allowing for a smooth gameplay experience. You can also choose to turn off the assist functions if desired. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Logiart Grimoire.

28%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

28% User Score Based on 139 reviews

Defend Earth and play as the Natives, or fight for Earth's rival planet - Drumgore - and their unrelenting dictator: Lord Anna. Experience combat on both planets! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wrath of Anna.

36%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

31% User Score Based on 209 reviews

Critic Score 63%Based on 1 reviews

Chew your way through 120 levels of addictive puzzle gameplay, where your only goal is to devour everything but your own wormy self. It's quick, tasty, and hard to resist. Just like a late-night snack. How hard can it be to grab a bite? Quite hard, when you're an abominable serpent dwelling in a cemetery. Collect keys, open doors, and plan your every move so you don't paint yourself into a corner… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NecroWorm.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Critic Score 67%Based on 6 reviews

Tetra's Escape is a platforming puzzle-game all about blocks. Blocks named Tetras and it is down to the players to all that they can, to save them and make the most out of their special ability. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TETRA's Escape.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

61% User Score Based on 219 reviews

Critic Score 71%Based on 12 reviews

This is a collection of goodies for all our field reapers who want to show their support for the developers of Felix The Reaper. Behind the scenes material from the game's development process, the full game soundtrack, wallpapers in 4K and for your mobile device, plus a "print your own" Felix mask! And on top of that: The digital "Felix Dance Guide" so you can get your moves on, just like Felix hi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Felix The Reaper.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, optimization

88% User Score Based on 65 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 17 reviews

Behind every brilliant invention, hides an incredible story If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tin Hearts.