Games like Citadel 1986
Looking for games like Citadel 1986? Here are top arcade platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Adventures of Shuggy, The Messenger or 8BitBoy.
1 View Game80%Game Brain Scoregameplay, musicgrinding, monetization79% User Score 567 reviewsCritic Score 85%1 reviews"Adventures of Shuggy" is a puzzle-platformer game where players control Shuggy, a small octopus, in more than 100 levels across various unique settings. Each level presents its own distinct challenge, requiring players to utilize Shuggy's abilities and think creatively to reach the goal. With its charming visuals and engaging gameplay, "Adventures of Shuggy" offers a delightful and entertaining experience for puzzle lovers.
View Game2 View Game90%Game Brain Scoremusic, gameplaygrinding, optimization93% User Score 8,102 reviewsCritic Score 87%31 reviewsThe Messenger is a challenging platformer with retro-inspired pixel art. As a demon-slaying ninja, traverse a cursed land, switch between time periods, and discover the truth behind a mysterious scroll. With precise controls, clever level design, and a witty narrative, this game offers a unique and satisfying experience.
View Game3 View Game68%Game Brain Scoregameplay, musicreplayability, stability68% User Score 943 reviewsCritic Score 65%1 reviews"8BitBoy" is a single-player platformer game with a nostalgic 80s and 90s vibe, offering approximately 12 hours of main story playtime. The game features 5 worlds, 56 levels, and over 300 hidden locations to explore, with a variety of power-ups and boss battles. The game follows the journey of 8BitBoy, who gets sucked into a decaying world of platforming through a strange cartridge he found in his basement.
View Game4 View Game76%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstory, stability75% User Score 1,746 reviewsCritic Score 80%1 reviews"Airscape: The Fall of Gravity" is a challenging underwater action-adventure game. As a little betta fish, you swim, jump, and rush through stunning, ever-changing levels while avoiding numerous hazards. Your goal is to reach the end of each level, collecting bubbles and avoiding enemies and traps along the way. With its unique gravity mechanics and beautiful visuals, Airscape offers a fresh take on the classic arcade genre.
View Game5 View Game81%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, stability87% User Score 2,684 reviewsCritic Score 74%34 reviewsUnravel is a physics-based puzzle platformer featuring Yarny, a character made of yarn who unravels as you move. With yarn, swing, swing, and swing from tree branches, or hitch rides on kites, as you explore and solve puzzles in the stunning landscapes of Northern Scandinavia. Through an adventure about love, hope, and journey, Yarny reconnects lost memories of a family in a story told completely without words. Remote Play requires additional hardware.
View Game6 View Game77%Game Brain Scorestory, graphicsmonetization, stability87% User Score 2,618 reviewsCritic Score 67%7 reviews"Nihilumbra" is a single-player platformer game with an interesting plot and stellar game mechanics. As the character Born, players will use colors to gain abilities and transform the world while trying to escape from the relentless Void. With sensational graphics, stunning music, and a highly emotional story, players will face grinding and a challenge in the second half of the game: the Void Mode. The game is designed for all to enjoy, whether they have puzzle game experience or not.
View Game7 View Game79%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsgrinding, stability75% User Score 1,668 reviewsCritic Score 86%4 reviews"Outland is a critically acclaimed platformer offering beautiful graphics, immersive music, and a unique approach to light vs. darkness gameplay. Players can choose between single-player or co-op mode in this engaging and challenging adventure. Adapt to an ever-changing world and experience a thrilling adventure that bridges the divide between balance and chaos."
View Game8 View Game91%Game Brain Scoregameplay, musicgrinding, optimization92% User Score 5,600 reviewsCritic Score 90%1 reviews"Out There Somewhere" is a puzzle-platformer game where players manipulate time and space to help the stranded astronaut solve complex puzzles and navigate through dangerous environments. Players must collect and manage resources while exploring multiple dimensions to repair their spacecraft and return home. The game features unique mechanics, hand-drawn art, and a minimalistic narrative that emphasizes exploration and discovery.
View Game9 View Game49%Game Brain Scoregameplay, musicgraphics, grinding47% User Score 350 reviewsCritic Score 60%1 reviews"99 Levels to Hell" is a rogue-like platform shooter where survivors are rewarded with new levels and challenges in every playthrough. With 10 dungeons, 10 boss fights, and 100 levels filled with various monsters, powers, and weapons, players can also discover hidden shops, casinos, and elevators. As you progress, unlock the story of two brothers and ultimately confront the devil to a killer metal soundtrack.
View Game10 View Game67%Game Brain Scoregameplay, storygrinding, optimization69% User Score 318 reviewsCritic Score 63%3 reviews"Pid" is a comedic shooter game featuring single-player and local co-op modes for up to 2 players. The game follows a boy named Kurt, who is stranded on a strange planet and must use gravity beams to solve puzzles and defeat enemies to find his way home. With over 12 hours of gameplay, 22 locations, and a memorable soundtrack, "Pid" offers a unique and immersive action-adventure experience.
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