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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.

https://gfycat.com/ifr/CelebratedRadiantAmericansaddlebred Some example gameplay from Lumiette ver. 0.26a, click here to watch in 60 fps + HD Welcome, Dreamer Lumiette is a single player twin stick bullet hell-styled arcade shoot em' up (shmup) themed around achieving one's dreams through resolve. The game uses twin-stick controls similar to Gunroar by ABA Games, but restricts aiming to a cone ab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lumiette.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

95% User Score Based on 7,026 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Melatonin is a rhythm game about dreams and reality merging together. It uses animations and sound cues to keep you on beat without any intimidating overlays or interfaces. Harmonize through a variety of dreamy levels containing surprising challenges, hand-drawn art, and vibrant music. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Melatonin.

Snake Game for Windows 10 First off, Why? Good question. When the 'Wanna x Yam Game Jam 2022' was announced, I thought it would be a good idea to join in and feel the buzz of partaking in a game jam. How wrong I was! I spent 5 of the 9 days trying to think of an idea, then two days working on an overly ambitious concept that really had nothing to do with the theme of 'combination'. Finally I made … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skydiving Snake.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story

90% User Score Based on 123 reviews

Koala Kids is a puzzle-platformer game, in the style of retro games like Lode Runner. Includes Hot-seat Coop and Level Editor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Koala Kids.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

85% User Score Based on 672 reviews

Critic Score 66%Based on 6 reviews

Typoman is a two dimensional puzzle platformer distinguished by a unique game world. You slip into the role of the HERO struggling to make your way through a dark, surreal world. Despite your small stature you have a powerful gift: You can use letters to alter your environment! Be the HERO and set out on the journey to become whole and gain the powers you need to defeat the giant, evil demon that… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Typoman.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization

82% User Score Based on 361 reviews

Against explosive firepower, bitter cold, and dizzying heights, Fork Parker must outwit a group of no-talent game developers in a deadly holiday promotional game. Also, it's free. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fork Parker's Holiday Profit Hike.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

82% User Score Based on 1,758 reviews

Reveal the Deep is a short exploration-based indie game, where the user traverses through the wreck of a 19th century steamship. There is a heavy focus on piecing together the story of the ship's past, through a variety of notes and clues. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reveal the Deep.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

A collaborative roguelite sorting game for up to 4 players. Earn coins, purchase items, upgrade your skills, and even discover pets! How many rounds can you survive? Join Martin and his friends to help bring order to the forest. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out of Order.

Delivery Berrie is a fast-paced 2D platformer where you play as a courier berry named Berrie. He has just gotten a huge supply of food (which is shown in a small crate) to feed Berrie's hometown for an entire year, and now must race against a 1 minute and 30 second clock to deliver it ALL the way to Berrie's hometown while dodging numerous traps and enemies and managing your time wisely to make it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Delivery Berrie.

Project Drake This is a small platform game starring our little pixel hero, Drake. This version is the full game. Purchasing the game will give you a downloadable version that you can keep forever. The downloadable version comes in two flavors. A Windows executable for all modern flavors of windows, and a flash version that should work in any browser running flash. PLEASE NOTE: The flash version … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drake.

How to play The aim of the game is to see how far you can run through the cave, whilst avoiding various hazards and jumping over many gaps. When the game starts, you will start running automatically and build up speed running on the ground. As you travel further into the cave, the challenge will increase. The game ends when you run out of health, or fall into a pit. This game can played in brows… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Cave Runner DX.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability

77% User Score Based on 177 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

This DLC is meant for true fans and everyone who wants to support the Indie developer team behind "Indoorlands". Enjoy our main game music and trailer music. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Indoorlands.

29%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

29% User Score Based on 104 reviews

Fluffy Creatures VS The World is a simple platforming indie game that puts the player in control of Fluffy McCuddleston, a member of a peaceful, intellectual race. Can you save yourself and the entire Fluffyland? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fluffy Creatures VS The World.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization

93% User Score Based on 230 reviews

Cat Burglar is a short, light-hearted, stealth, puzzle platformer with a pet charity awareness campaign. Help Kat find her way into the Dogo Corps base to discover Major Bulls' master plan. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat Burglar: A Tail of Purrsuit.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

52% User Score Based on 187 reviews

Fall in line for fast, furious fire fights with Worms Blast. Your mission: launch your worm marine into hostile waters and blast your way to survival through intense puzzle action! Take the big chunk of puzzle-styled gameplay and slice into 60 fun-sized missions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Worms Blast.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability

79% User Score Based on 168 reviews

SAVE CHRISTMAS WITH THE POWER OF ROCK! Santa needs your help! Take your guitar and rock all around the world, delivering presents in the Merry Christmas Stage Sled with the help of the Reindeer Band. Test your skills in this amazing music game, with incredible rock versions of the best known Christmas Carols. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Santa Rockstar.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability

75% User Score Based on 118 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Poöf has been tricked by accepting a golden laying kitten. But the precious kitty makes all the greedy monsters envious. Survive waves of monsters trying to steal your revenue! Poöf vs the cursed kitty is a mix between tower defense, and platforming action, a game focused on hardcore gameplay, tight controls and choices, inspired by games such as Mario Bros Arcade Game, Orcs Must Die and Super Cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Poöf.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

89% User Score Based on 437 reviews

Trip to Vinelands is an arcade retro hardcore maze wanderer minigame. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trip to Vinelands.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

96% User Score Based on 914 reviews

Platform and fight your way through mountains and forests to accomplish your purpose as a Jade being. Slow down time using your 360-degree directional dash, and lock on to targets to strike! Fight soldiers and creatures on your quest in this gem of a game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jaded.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere

59% User Score Based on 181 reviews

The Flaws of Gravity is a first-person puzzle game where you change the direction of gravity to solve puzzles and uncover secrets in a labyrinth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Flaws of Gravity.

44%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, stability

44% User Score Based on 52 reviews

Journey as Eva, a young girl who lost her sight at an early age, and has since developed the unique capability to "see" the world around her through sound. Explore a world on the edge of collapse and discover the long-kept secrets of the land... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pulse.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

81% User Score Based on 89 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 3 reviews

Lode Runner Legacy is the latest edition in the popular Lode Runner series. Players control “Runner” to recover stolen gold while avoiding enemies and minefields. Enjoy the ingenious balance of puzzle and action gameplay, an updated Voxel visual style and powerful game editors. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lode Runner Legacy.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

85% User Score Based on 1,302 reviews

Missing Translation is a simple puzzle game that is quite interesting in the way it presents itself. There are no tutorials, it allows for that special sort of exploration that many gamers love. There is no text dialogue or vocal dialogue, it is simply a game that can be enjoyed by anyone regardless of their language. Missing Translation is a beautiful experience both visually and emotionally, wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Missing Translation.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

83% User Score Based on 271 reviews

Transform your keyboard into an instrument and play along to the melody of catchy chiptunes in this challenging rhythm game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chiptune Champion.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development

80% User Score Based on 120 reviews

Inspired by “shmups” and shadows, Shmadow is a modern twin-stick side-scroller that nods to retro arcade gameplay. Use your light to blast through your enemies, unlock new powers, and defeat bosses before the darkness extinguishes you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shmadow.

Description Prototype for a metroidvania-style game developed using the Odin language (https://odin-lang.org). I'm using a 2D framework developed in the Odin language to create a game for GameDev.TV JAM 2025 (https://itch.io/jam/gamedevtv-jam-2025) and for the 2025 Annual Jam (https://itch.io/jam/2025-jam) This is a 2D platformer inspired by Metro-Vania. Story You are Alice, a young girl who … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alice in Inner World.

Discsphere About the game, the ramble-y, not so formal version: ( Feel free to skip to the short version if you're short on time or already know what the game is about.) Discsphere is an easy-to-learn sports game where your objective is to throw a sphere at your opponent. The catch? You have to capture 3 goals with discs before you can throw spheres. You can also throw power discs on a cooldown t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Discsphere.

Bean Brothers is a fun and challenging platform game for ZX Spectrum Next*. You control two characters, Fabe and Lubi, who must work together to beat the game's 40 levels. Fight against multiple enemies, avoid hazards, open doors and study the level before solving it - or not, maybe you need to react fast because an enemy is coming towards you! Sharpen your platforming skills, you may need them … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bean Brothers for ZX Spectrum Next (and others).

Super Words is a puzzle crossword game with innovative new mechanics. Place the given words on the board and connect them according to the provided clues. It's a fantastic game for refreshing your mind and relaxing. You'll find yourself immersed in solving puzzles, connecting letters and words. You can find 25,000 different puzzles in each of the 8 supported languages, totaling 200,000 puzzles.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Words.

Update: After conducting more tests on the GX.games version, I've realized that there are several major issues that are not present in the downloadable version. I will attempt to fix these issues (if I can), but in the mean time, I highly recommend using the downloadable version.  Also, I finally made a feedback form! So if you want to have a hand in turning this game into a masterpiece, a true wo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wizard Who Lost His Face.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

When It Hits the Fan is a 2d action arcade top-down shooter for PC/Mac/Linux and arcade involving four apocalypic events at once: zombie outbreak, robot AI takeover, demon incursion, and alien invasion! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to When It Hits the Fan.

Enjoy your last 7 days in the hospital, a peaceful and settled place where you can't really kill anyone. Explore with your feeble combat ability and find a way out. End with the truth of P0. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to P0.

Linux & Windows: a 9×9km open world game of shootin' robots and flyin' aircraft. (Download links way below.) For my brother Ben's 40th birthday, I built him this game (with UE5) that combines his affinity for aircraft and flying with his penchant for open-world games — its main character being a UE5 MetaHuman closely modelled to his likeness (for the lulz). Still, it could be (some hours of) ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Agent B40 in: Just Another B-Day.

Put your observation skills to the test in Just Find the Difference! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Just Find It.

Pair up humanized fruits. Meet Orange, Banana, Grapes, Kiwi, and Blueberry — humanized gijinka fruits that are looking for a partner. Pair them up with their best fit using your Number Keys! Absolutely nothing weird going on here. Welcome to the first game of the Produce Cinematic Universe (the Produce-iverse) series! Play the second game in the series if you want more (or less) of this game!… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Smoothie Operator.

=== LoJam x GDS 2024 Entry (8-day game jam) === Worm Wranglers 1.0.0 Made by rentonl, Finch and keekee with python + pygame. Music by Kennedy Kimber Johnson Buckle up and ride the wild sands – it's the Sandworm Rodeo! In this 2d action twin-stick shooter, you will attempt to guide your sand-worm around the arena without crashing him into the walls. Of course it won't be that easy... mi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Worm Wranglers.

Design Buddies - Game Jam Team: Team Dumplings (Andy Lok, Elena Berg, John Keefe, Ilana Leva) (team contact: [email protected]) Game: Wig Champ About the Game: Wig Champ is a single player side scroller where you play as a wig maker who owns a salon that creates wigs for bald people. The main mechanic is collecting materials on the street (eg. scissors, hair dye, and combs) while avoiding … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wig Champ!.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

86% User Score Based on 139 reviews

Adventure calls in Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Director's Cut, our love letter to platformers! Run, jump, and ride with Niko and Luna through colorful levels full of danger, treasures, and super-sized bosses. Play on your own or together with a friend in couch co-op—also, play anywhere with your Steam Deck! Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Director’s Cut features all-new levels, more treasures,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nikoderiko: The Magical World — Director’s Cut.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

90% User Score Based on 91 reviews

Run, jump, and shoot in this single classic cartoon inspired boss fight! You play as Fodder the Cannon, as he finds himself in a scuffle with the boss, Gears the Gorilla. Beat all three of Gear's phases to defeat him, with the help of four different weapons. All graphics are hand-drawn and traditionally animated, with original music to accompany the action packed gameplay. With two different diffi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toyland Tussle.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

95% User Score Based on 39 reviews

In Once Glorious Artahk, you’ll explore the ruins of the ancient city of Artahk in search of a way to save the world from an endless night. Solve a variety of different puzzles to unlock new paths, abilities, and forgotten lore, then read the lost stories you uncover to gain insight into a tangled web of mysteries. Using only your wits and your trusty torch to guide you, you must find a way to ret… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Once Glorious Artahk.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

95% User Score Based on 1,097 reviews

Welcome to Happyhills, the place where you can indulge your deepest desires, make your wildest dreams come true, and slaughter anyone in any way you want. In this case, all three of these are... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Happyhills Homicide.

PROJECT DesignLeap Motion 3D Jam Future DJ\VJ Virtual Fan Experiences OBJECTIVESThe goal of this project is to gain embedded systems interfacing of live DJ\VJ hardware components with Leap Motion to offer Live Broadcasting & Virtual Experiences for Fans. The project's audio\video & broadcasting designs are leveraging free or most cost effective method available to illustrate the fundamentals in i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Leap Motion 3D Jam Future DJ\VJ Virtual Fan Experiences.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

62% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Gunman Tales is an old-school action adventure game for 1-4 players set in the wild west and inspired by the legendary game from Amiga Moonstone: A Hard Days Knight and Cabal If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunman Tales.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

64% User Score Based on 180 reviews

Based on a true story, Western Press is the most historically accurate frontier dueling game available for PC and Mac. Probably. Up to 16 players (or bots) compete in a tournament of 1v1 sprints to press a random string of ten buttons the fastest. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Western Press.

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.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

83% User Score Based on 149 reviews

Live the life of (a starving) artist in 19th century alternative history. Collect and combine feelings, memories, ideas and inspirations, fight with depression, addiction or madness and other mental phenomenon. Paint masterpieces, sell them for riches (or scraps) and explore the city of Nova Oportunia. A unique card-based roguelite with 18 alternative endings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Artist Life Simulator.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

74% User Score Based on 50 reviews

Marrow is a 2D, Cosmic-Horror themed, action-adventure game emphasizing challenge, puzzles, platforming, combat and navigation. Leap, crawl, slash and blast your way through the cavernous bowels of a menacing mountain in a quest to find your lost friends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Marrow.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

96% User Score Based on 1,507 reviews

====================================================== A fan game based on the puzzle game from  the hypercasual-UI game Progressbar95.  ====================================================== If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BarOS Puzzle.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, music

86% User Score Based on 346 reviews

Survive the arctic research base simply known as Base 75, or die from the freezing cold or by the horrors that lurk within the halls? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FROSTBITE: Deadly Climate.