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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Indoorlands is an amusement park management game where you can control your rides and freely design your halls. Create and expand your individual indoor park to inspire your visitors. Let your creativity run wild, but keep an eye on your finances! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Indoorlands.

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.

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.

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.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Write your way to success with your talented yet rowdy co-founders in this game development-themed romance visual novel! Do you have what it takes? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Talents.

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.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

86% User Score Based on 21 reviews

Meet Bleep and Bloop as they help each other overcome all the challenges that stand in their way. A light-hearted and playful puzzle game about working together. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bleep Bloop.

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 83%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.

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.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

70% User Score Based on 462 reviews

FACE IT is a game about facing the most challenging feelings of the human experience. It uses a dark atmosphere combining classic platformer mechanics with survival dynamics to bring the feeling of wandering in the deepest and darkest places of the mind and soul.Defeat Ghosts with the power of your inner light.Face dangerous traps in a challenging platformer experience.Find your way through mazes … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Face It - A game to fight inner demons.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

95% User Score Based on 532 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 3 reviews

Help Frank, a burnt out indie game developer, rediscover his love for video games while struggling to release his debut title. Reprogram objects, fix bugs and solve coding puzzles as you journey through the story of One Dreamer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Dreamer.

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.

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.

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!.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

72% User Score Based on 76 reviews

Explore charming Christmas scenes inspired by global traditions, with plenty of cats and characters. Enjoy a relaxing, cozy journey—now with bonus stages featuring a new progressive colorization effect that gradually reveals the map’s colors as you play. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hidden Cats in Christmas.

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.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

94% User Score Based on 358 reviews

Ever since a young woman died in an accident at the White Oak Inn, strange things have been happening there. Now, her spirit roams the inn, and an employee is receiving threatening letters. What dark secrets wait to be found? You, as Alex Hill, are on the case. Follow Alex in her story as she cracks the case! Solve puzzles and find clues in an haunted inn. Explore and interact with the environm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alex Hill: Whispers at White Oak Inn.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

100% User Score Based on 31 reviews

Winging It, produced during Wholesome Games Jam 2020, invites you to experience the Spring as a bluebird. Choose the material for your nest, feast on nature’s bounty in the form of seeds, berries, and worms, and participate in quintessential bird activities. Most of all, take care of your eggs to make sure they hatch safe and sound. And, remember: don’t give up! Love the chiptunes in this game? Y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Winging It.

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.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

100% User Score Based on 48 reviews

Munchy Mammals is a tricky puzzle game about strategy, snacking, and survival. Guide adorable animals of various lengths as they munch on fruit—and sometimes each other—to squeeze into their hiding spots! As the player, you'll need to plan their moves carefully. Each mammal has unique skills and diets, from gentle herbivores to meat-loving carnivores, adding a delicious twist to every puzzle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Munchy Mammals.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

60% User Score Based on 240 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

Eron is a 2D platform game that allows the player to actively switch between two parallel realms. The player will have to depend upon this power to finish each level. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eron.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

91% User Score Based on 590 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 2 reviews

Welcome to 1bitHeart―the latest title from Alicemare and LiEat developer △○□× (Miwashiba). In this unique and endearing adventure game, take on the role of Nanashi, a lonely, agoraphobic boy, as you solve a slew of mysteries around town while also making friends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1bitHeart.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

100% User Score Based on 4 reviews

If you'd like to join the official Discord server, you can report any bugs/issues there as well as just chat with people as the community begins to grow! https://discord.gg/3XtEKJRRzD CONTENT WARNINGS: Body horror, violence, scary imagery, blood, strong language The Dream of Shadowlands Episode 2: The Corpse of the Labyrinth After narrowly escaping their previous surroundings, Rina and Jyl find… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dream of Shadowlands Episode 2.

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.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

63% User Score Based on 121 reviews

Dawn Ashmoore is about to uncover the dark mysteries of ancient Egypt. The old gods step into our world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demon Hunter 4: Riddles of Light.

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.

80%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 8 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.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

70% User Score Based on 186 reviews

The best shooter SHOW in 2073.Explosive, Fun & full destructive ! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SHOWTIME 2073.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

93% User Score Based on 348 reviews

A one-button party game for 2-16 players, sharing a keyboard or controller. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Party Jousting.

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.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

83% User Score Based on 271 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 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.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

76% User Score Based on 1,736 reviews

A machine ponders its loneliness. It scans the radio spectrum for an answer to its question. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Antenna.