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Games like BubbleBack: The Story of Forward to the Past 2

Games like BubbleBack: The Story of Forward to the Past 2

Games like BubbleBack: The Story of Forward to the Past 2

Looking for games like BubbleBack: The Story of Forward to the Past 2? Here are top arcade platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Cocoa 2: Twenty Four Hour Parsley People (ZX Spectrum), Mago or Shaolin vs Wutang 2.

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  1. 67%Game Brain Score
    67% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    TWENTY FOUR HOUR PARSLEY PEOPLE  - COCOA 2 -   (C) Minilop 2020   3 Episodes*   76 unique screens* Available in English, Español & Português  for the  Sinclair ZX Spectrum 128K    Read the reviews: http://planetasinclair.blogspot.com/2020/11/twenty-four-hour-parsley-people.html Also reviewed in Alessandro Grussu's 2021 Annual: "Graphically, the game stands out for its style full of details and c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cocoa 2: Twenty Four Hour Parsley People (ZX Spectrum).

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 147 reviews

    Mago is a 2D platformer that puts us in the boots of a sorcerer who will have to run, jump and use his trustworthy magic wand across a vast kingdom where everything can, and will, happen. Will the Wizard be able to rescue his beloved damsel from the claws of the evil Gourmet? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mago.

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  3. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    88% User Score Based on 265 reviews

    The sequel to Shaolin vs Wutang! Shaolin vs Wutang 2 is a INDIE love letter to Martial Arts and classic Kung Fu films. Made for casual game fans not intended for Hardcore Fighting Game players. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shaolin vs Wutang 2.

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  4. The Year is 1023, the call went out for brave souls to come join the quest to help humanity free themselves and return the Earth to her true heavenly glory... ...you answered. WELCOME BRAVE SOUL!! Ziona Quest is a frantic platformer where skill, strategy and quick reactions are essential if you are to complete your mission. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ziona Quest.

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  8. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 4,778 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 3 reviews

    Freedom Planet is a combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragon girl and her friends against an alien attack force. There's trouble around every turn, from insects to giant robots to sheer explosive destruction, but you'll have a variety of special fighting abilities to blast your way through each stage. As Lilac, you can use Dragon powers to whip enemies with your hair, spin like a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Freedom Planet.

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  9. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    92% User Score Based on 118 reviews

    Rex: Another Island is an open world adventure inspired by the classics. Get lost in a wide world of precarious platforming that will take you back to a simpler time... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rex: Another Island.

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  11. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    78% User Score Based on 850 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 12 reviews

    In Alwa's Awakening you play as Zoe, a heroine sent from another world to bring peace to the land of Alwa. Equipped only with a magic staff she awakens in a distant land and must set out to help the people. Traverse dangerous dungeons, meet interesting and fun characters and explore the world in this 8-bit adventure game. Just like the old classics you won't have a flashing arrow telling you exact… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alwa's Awakening.

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  12. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, monetization
    74% User Score Based on 566 reviews

    Tap Tap Infinity is a fully 3D incremental RPG. Hire Heroes to fight for you, even with the game closed! Gain unimaginable DPS, mountains of gold, conquer thousands of levels and millions of monsters on your quest to defeat 'The Master'. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tap Tap Infinity.

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  13. I set out to make a puzzle game but I kept adding more and more stuff I like until this popped out. I'm not really a story or lore kinda guy, so there's none of that here. You're just a little round guy exploring a colourful world, solving 81 logic puzzles across 9 interconnected zones, collecting stuff, and unlocking new abilities as you go. It's puzzle-first, but there's plenty to do between p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Core Descent.

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  14. 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.

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  17. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

                 WELCOME BRAVE SOUL!             The year is 2039, the world is awash with fear as deluded overlords unleash chaos in an attempt to save themselves from an incoming phoenix event. The Earth's inhabitants, locked down in smart cities pacified by a merciless barrage of mocking bird media, are in trouble. The call went out for brave souls to come help humanity free themselves and ri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ziona Quest X.

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  19. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 1,804 reviews

    The second instalment in the Tomb Raider series invites you to join Lara as she travels around the globe to retrieve a precious artefact before it falls into the wrong hands. The legendary artefact, the Dagger of Xian, is said to give its possessor the power of a fire breathing dragon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tomb Raider II.

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  20. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    98% User Score Based on 347 reviews

    Iron Meat is a run-and-gun shooter with an onslaught of mechanics ripped from arcade and console classics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Iron Meat.

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  22. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 75 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 1 reviews

    Mr Run and Jump draws you in with precise level design, free-flowing gameplay, and formidable challenge. Silky controls encourage players to run, jump, dash, double jump, and roll to clear levels with style, making it a speedrunner’s dream. Collectibles hidden in tough-to-reach spots demand players use their wits as well as their dexterity. Dynamic Assistance options allow players to set the level… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mr. Run and Jump.

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  23. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    94% User Score Based on 850 reviews

    Shaolin vs Wutang is a real indie love letter to classic 70's and 80's Kung Fu films. Features include hand to hand and weapon combat, and licensed music from authentic Kung Fu films. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shaolin vs Wutang.

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  25. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    85% User Score Based on 362 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 4 reviews

    Nefarious is a 2d-animated action platformer, where your objective on each stage is to kidnap a princess and then escape with them! Heroes will attempt to thwart you, and many things may not go quite as expected. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nefarious.

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  26. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    77% User Score Based on 212 reviews

    The Adventures of Tree takes you on an open ended adventure to save your fellow species from the evil invaders! Explore the vast open world to discover it's many secrets! With over 30+ hours of gameplay, The Adventures of Tree, is not something you'll want to miss out on! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Adventures of Tree.

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  29. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    90% User Score Based on 468 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Cats and the Other Lives is a narrative experience that explores the reunion of a broken family from the perspective of their house cat, Aspen. The game embraces a simple yet intuitive point and click play style, emphasizing design elements based around the behaviors of common house cats seen around the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cats and the Other Lives.

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  30. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 872 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 1 reviews

    In a galaxy far far away, you are one of thousands of Cargo Commanders, facing ambushes and dangers as they scavenge abandoned containers for valuable cargo. Competing with the other commanders for leaderboard positions in various space sectors, you need to find enough cargo to earn you way back home! The main job of a Cargo Commander is to explore containers and collect as much cargo as possible.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cargo Commander.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 526 reviews

    Lord Draak's henchmen are spreading chaos in Uma. Are you going to let them get away with it? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkstone.

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  32. 25%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay
    25% User Score Based on 113 reviews

    Defend your ancestral castle – show the invader who the master is! Build towers, save money, train your spells, and your enemy will be vanquished. The middle ages was a dark time. Every neighbour wants to encroach on the lands you rightfully own. Don't give your enemies reason to think that you're weaker than them! Defend your castle against the incursions of your warlike neighbours! You have ca… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Medieval Defenders.

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  34. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 917 reviews

    Play as Chelshia the chimera in this platforming beat-em-up adventure into the wonderful world of monster girls! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Khimera: Destroy all Monster Girls.

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  35. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    58% User Score Based on 446 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 2 reviews

    As an expert safecracker, you are hired by the wealthy family of a recently deceased to search his mansion for his last will and testament. Duncan W. Adams was an avid safe collector and an 'eccentric,' to say the least. Adams has hidden the deed to his vast fortunes in one of 35 safes. You must crack them all using hints scattered throughout his extravagant mansion. The stakes are high. Use your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Safecracker: The Ultimate Puzzle Adventure.

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  37. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 858 reviews

    In Super Panda Adventures, you play as the brave panda-knight Fu, who is about to finish his training to become the new guardian of the Princess. At the same day of the big celebration party, some uninvited Robots show up to conquer the planet and take the Princess away in their Space Ships!Tell me more about the game! The game plays like a modern platformer (Metroidvania) combined with a new comb… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Panda Adventures.

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  38. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    63% User Score Based on 792 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 5 reviews

    The Swindle is a steampunk cybercrime caper about breaking into buildings, hacking their systems, stealing all their cash, and quickly running away again before the police show up. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Swindle.

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  39. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    66% User Score Based on 122 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 4 reviews

    The Flat Kingdom is a beautiful and peaceful 2D land, but now it’s threatened by an evil thief and becoming 3D! The only who can stop the chaos is Flat, a little hero able to change into a circle, triangle or square in order to solve puzzles, overcome obstacles and defeat giant bosses! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flat Kingdom.

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  40. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    75% User Score Based on 351 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 4 reviews

    AGGELOS is a mesmerizing new action-RPG inspired by the likes of Wonder Boy that looks like it was plucked straight out of the 16-bit era... but plays like a modern-day marvel! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AGGELOS.

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  41. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    47% User Score Based on 409 reviews

    You are Akane, a Kunoichi ninja secretely loving her master Goro, a noble samurai. One day Goro is kidnapped by the evil Hiromi - you have to rescue him, but it won't be an easy task! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Akane the Kunoichi.

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    44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    44% User Score Based on 309 reviews

    Do you like Anime and Manga? Would you like to be the main character of your own story? In Shonen Idle Z you can create your own character and be the hero! Train hard, improve your martial skills and advance through the world getting rid of the evil Kurowashi and his army of monsters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shonen Idle Z.

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  43. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    72% User Score Based on 269 reviews

    Join Pixel as he quests through gaming history, teleporting across the most iconic video game systems of generations past. He’ll have to jump, dodge and play smart if he wants to survive all the traps, puzzles and enemies waiting to take him down at every turn. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Life of Pixel.

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  44. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 1,400 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 1 reviews

    Twin brothers Billy and Jimmy have been kicking butt and taking names for 25 years. Join them in this bodacious re-imagining of the classic beat 'em up that started it all, Double Dragon Neon. Battle through glass-jawed goons, deadly teleporting geishas, scientific abominations, and more as you hunt down the evil Skullmageddon and save the love of your life, Marion. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Double Dragon Neon.

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    33%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    33% User Score Based on 136 reviews

    The main character is a hunter who looks for ancient relics. One day he set off to find a legendary mirror which concluded the great force and so great evil, keeping secrets of a magic artifact. You have a chance to know were is a mirror, but be careful the evil waits for you continually. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to White Mirror.

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  46. 46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    38% User Score Based on 204 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Onikira takes the deep fighting mechanics of some of the most amazing 3D beat ‘em ups, like Ninja Gaiden or Bayonetta, and merges them with classic 2D platformer mechanics in a way that has never been done before. For example, launch an enemy into the air, wall jump to position yourself above them, then Katana Slam them into the ground. Switch to the Naginata and use the Naginata Lift and air dash… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Onikira: Demon Killer.

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    23%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    29% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    In this game you will play for a girl who was left alone to spend the night at home. She can not sleep - it seems to her that her who's watching. After a while Ksenia notice someone or something passed by her room. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evil.

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  48. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    92% User Score Based on 99 reviews

    Use your trusty Mekabolt device to manipulate robots, solve a variety of puzzling levels and obtain batteries to fix the robots! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mekabolt.

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