Games like Crypt Climb - GBJAM 12

This is my submission for the GB Studio 2024 Fall Game Jam - the theme was "Uncharted Waters". You're Scuba Dave, and he's (somehow?!) stuck in a cave. The cave is flooded, and lucky for you - Dave is an expert at swimming!  Navigate the tricky cave system while holding your breath... reach the air bubbles to gain more time underwater, collect what treasure you can find, and avoid the nasty enem… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scuba Dave, Stuck in a Cave [GB Studio 2024 Fall Game Jam].

100% of donations go to support the itch.io platform. (details) Canyon Racer A playable vertical parallax tech demo for the GameBoy (and MegaDuck). This project started by experimenting with a vertical parallax effect on the original Game Boy, similar to the kind in the "Demotronic" Game Boy Color demo by 1.000.000 Boys. It was inspired by a tweet about a canyon effect in the game Étoile Pr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Canyon Racer.

This is a spinoff game of the Temporal Light series. This takes place in a parallel universe in which light unintentionally did severe damage to wolf city killing many characters from jem of twilight. The main protagonist peryil burnfeather is the daughter of cedric burnfeather and ember burnfeather. As she investigates her father’s death.  this game is cannon in the multiverse but not in the jem … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Temporal Light: Shadow Flame.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, music

82% User Score Based on 940 reviews

Create a game of your dreams and share it! Play with you friends in multiplayer! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epic Game Maker: Create a game.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

93% User Score Based on 27 reviews

Banano Bros is a retro arcade game inspired by the old time classics of the 80's. This game is a vertical endless runner with procedurally generated obstacles where your only goal is trying to beat your own record and playing with your friends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BANANO BROS..

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.

Created for GMTK Jam 2024. The idea was to make an Metroidvania. Sadly, as is usually the case with overscoping, most of the content that makes the game a game couldn't get in. A good chunk of the development time actually went into making the basic mechanics and the level editor, so I made sure to include them in the web version as well (even if without the ability to save your creation). Usage … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hollow Cheese.

It's time to put your Game Boy collection to work! GB Corp. is an incremental / idle game for the Game Boy, that rewards you for playing it on several console models. The core gameplay is quite simple. You hire consoles from the Game Boy line (Original GB, GB Pocket, GB Color, Super Game Boy 1 or 2, Game Boy Advance), and they work for your "push-button" company. When you have earned enough mone… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GB Corp..

Down on the planet Nebulus all is not well. Someone or something has been building giant towers in the sea and they didn't even apply for planning permission.  In the offices of Destructo Inc. you awake from your afternoon nap with the phone almost erupting on your desk. The boss is shouting about some little destruction job he's got for you. Still half asleep talking about the brand new Mk.7 Mini… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nebulus.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability

65% User Score Based on 785 reviews

A platformer like you've never seen before! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Colorblind - An Eye For An Eye.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

94% User Score Based on 194 reviews

Play as Rubin, a rose ensorcelled by the goddess Antheia and entrusted with her sacred scythe. Mushroom marauders have invaded the greenhouse, targeting the garden goddess and choking the life out of her children. It is your duty to traverse the expanse of the greenhouse and slay these invaders. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Green Reaper.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

67% User Score Based on 78 reviews

Tomb Rumble is a pixel art MMO platformer, where adventurers compete to retreive ancient treasures in lost temples, cursed ruins and more. Push other players into deadly traps to be the first to escape !... or be the one to fall in a lava pit. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tomb Rumble.

Super Polandball - Game Description Super Polandball is an action-packed 2D platformer where you take control of a brave Polandball (or other countryballs like France, Ukraine, or USA) to save the world from the clutches of evil! Embark on a thrilling adventure across 10 challenging levels filled with parkour platforms, coin collecting, epic battles, and unique bosses like Trilluminati, Omskbird,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Polandball Game.

A game that I made for Quantron. This was a failed Ludum Dare 53 entry, now finally finished. You can still visit the Ludum Dare page if you want to see the original version. Please read this post for why it took so long and is still broken. WARNING: This game is hard. And contains flashing screen effects. Press "F" on the title screen to toggle them. How to play Player 1 WASD = Move/Jump Space … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quantron's Game.

30%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

50% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Alien Planet Explorer is a 2D side-scrolling platformer in which you have to find your way to the ancient sanctuary of an extinct civilization. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Planet Explorer.

38%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization

64% User Score Based on 11 reviews

NEO Near - Earth - Object. Sci-fi action adventure puzzle video game. Futuristic design 3d environment & first person view. You are an artificial specialist and take part in a space expedition, whose mission is to explore and investigate a strange and mysterious space installation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NeuroMatrix.

From the deepest trenches of the ocean, the Kraken has come! As the Kraken climbs the walls of your fortress, repel it by hurtling blocks down at the monster. As lines are cleared, the Kraken will retreat, but only momentarily. Can you survive the night, and live to fight another day? Compatible with all Game Boy models, and enhanced for the Super Game Boy! Featuring Two-Player simultaneous pl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to From Below Pocket.

Mini's Magic World is an action platformer with a diverse cast of characters and levels to explore. Fight bosses, find hidden treasures, follow the rhythm of music, chase or be chased. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mini's Magic World.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

79% User Score Based on 1,024 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 26 reviews

The retro-futuristic pixel game Explore and fight in a retro-futuristic world. Swim deep into a oneiric, poetic and unique experience across dimensional planes. The aesthetic of the game was inspired by retro pixel adventures (Castlevania, Another World, Double Dragon) with a modern touch (Superbrothers, Sword and Sorcery) and an 80s plot homage (Ready Player One, He-Man, The Last Starfighter), … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Narita Boy.

Run To The Stairs - a dungeon racing game with roguelike elements - a turn based racing game Attention: This game needs a browser supporting WebGL 2.0 to run properly! If the game does not run, try the following: Make sure WebGL is activated in your browser.Update your browser. Try another browser: Chrome (works best), Firefox and Opera should also work. MS Edge is not recommended!Play the ASCII-o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Run To The Stairs.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

85% User Score Based on 182 reviews

Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

The ultimate retrospective celebration of Bubsy. What could possibly go wrong If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization

83% User Score Based on 123 reviews

Navigate the open-world underground base of the Sierra Research Facility, now flooded, while being relentlessly pursued by towering dinosaurs. With 12 hours of heart-pounding FPS survival horror gameplay and a full cast of prehistoric enemies, can you outwit the dangers and make your escape? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fossilfuel 2.

Rosemarie, an alien princess from the planet Nimola seeks genocide on the evil monsters who killed her mother and people. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Repugnant Bounty.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development

95% User Score Based on 76 reviews

TinkerQuarry is a surreal RPG about a girl trapped in an uncanny plane of existence called "The Dollhouse". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TinkerQuarry.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

89% User Score Based on 177 reviews

The game is about a hero that goes from game to the real world. Levels are generated by the music which is provided by Czech band Zrní. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HRDINA.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, character development

93% User Score Based on 274 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

Something mysterious is happening in the pumpkin patch this Halloween! You control Pumpkin Man, a humanoid pumpkin thing animated by occult forces on a quest to discover why things are so creepy. And you vomit candy corn. Adventure through five weird, spooky worlds in search of your destiny. Face ten challenging bosses! Unlock hidden playable characters! 30+ Steam Achievements! Meet chainsaw mani… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halloween Forever.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Critic Score 74%Based on 1 reviews

The player is Blender, the fearless leader of the Cosmo Keepers. He is determined to save the galaxy from the evil, but cute Zooligans. He has a huge set of ears that he can use for sonar (for figuring out where to go in a level), to fly for a short period of time, or to hit enemies with his signature spin move. In the game, he uses Mini Bros. to help him. They all have special abilities that var… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blender Bros.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability

94% User Score Based on 102 reviews

Mibibli's Quest is a retro-style surrealistic platformer game. Join Mibibli as it blasts his way through over 20 crazy and eclectic levels! Conquer caves, dance through raves, wander the suburbs, and blow up eggs... travel through time and explore your nightmares along the way! Collect power ups and find the secrets that are scattered throughout this world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mibibli's Quest.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

81% User Score Based on 32 reviews

It is the year 199X, and the world has been destroyed like it's an anime. Use your brave tiny Octopus robot to traverse a Japan frozen in time and place to defeat the evil Dr. Prometheus in this 90's-inspired and 2020-made action game full of neon, lasers, and tiny robots. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forza Polpo.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay

83% User Score Based on 309 reviews

Get ready for a puzzling journey through the memory of Forgotten Hill If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forgotten Hill Mementoes.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

85% User Score Based on 75 reviews

Adventure in the Tower of Flight is a retro-styled platformer in which you fly instead of jump! You are Wing, a young adventurer. Wing must climb a seeming endless the tower and collect all five known relics held within to become the ruler of the known world. Each relic is protected by a series of battles, puzzles, and precision-platforming rooms. Are you up for the challenge? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adventure in the Tower of Flight.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

47% User Score Based on 350 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

99 Levels to Hell is a platform shooter with lots of guns, upgrades, magic, traps and monsters to kill. 99 Levels to Hell is a rogue-like-like, which means surviving is key and every time you play you get a new set of levels to play. When you complete 10 levels, the 10th being a boss-fight you unlock a door to the next dungeon. Hidden in the darkness of the dungeons are shops, casinos and elevato… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 99 Levels To Hell.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

91% User Score Based on 100 reviews

Puzzling Action for One or Two Players. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rikki & Vikki.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

97% User Score Based on 1,034 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

The breakout title from Summitsphere, Antonball Deluxe is a retro, high-octane smorgasbord of ballbusting arcade action! Antonball Deluxe quite literally turns the breakout genre on its head, blending traditional brick-breaking gameplay with tight, intense platforming. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Antonball Deluxe.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

83% User Score Based on 266 reviews

Retro Game Crunch is a series of 7 games, full of the charm and challenge of the 8-bit generation. Each world feels like an authentic NES classic. A massive genre-spanning collection. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Game Crunch.

19%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

19% User Score Based on 54 reviews

Help three brave adventurers on their quest to stop the diabolical Baron Von Smog’s plot to conquer Steam Land. However, there is an army of evil minions that stand in your way. Challenge yourself in this new puzzle strategy game; includes 12 action-packed stages, a full soundtrack, competitive online play, all in stunning 720p HD Graphics. It's up to you to save Steam Land! Using classic Mat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steam Heroes.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, optimization

83% User Score Based on 162 reviews

Beard Blade is an action-packed 2D platformer for PC inspired by 16-bit legends! Play as the gallant Branson a.k.a. "Beard Blade" as he strives to reclaim the town's stolen goods and uncover the truth behind a dark secret. His weapon of choice? An enchanted beard teeming with powerful magic that allows him to shape-shift his stubble to overcome hairy situations. The enemies are tough, but so is yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beard Blade.

38%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

38% User Score Based on 61 reviews

Can you find the answers lost deep within your memory. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retaliation.

32%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

32% User Score Based on 161 reviews

Two Brothers is an Action Adventure game that features a classic Gameboy aesthetic. You play the role of Roy and Bivare guarder, two scientists who are researching the origins of life. While researching, Roy is met with a terrible fate, and has a near death experience. While Roy is on the other side of death, he visits an afterlife filled with beautiful 16 bit colors. Now that he has experienced … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Two Brothers.

Judy fell asleep beneath a tree having a delightful picnic when a mysterious hand stole her house key! Now she must go on an adventure to retrieve her key and get home! Judy's Adventure is back with brand new art, a new expanded story, extra levels, and more!  This game was made in GB Studio 3.2 About the game: Judy's Adventure DX is an enhanced version of, Judy's Adventure, a game for Game Boy… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Judy's Adventure DX.

A lightly-narrative platformer made with Pocket Platformer. A bit of a downer. ESTIMATED PLAYTIME:  10-20 minutes (or a 5-ish  speedrun). CONTROLS: Move with left/right arrows. Jump with C or up arrow. WASD is also OK I think. Made for both the Pretentious Jam and the Pocket Platformer Jam #3. TOOLS USED: Pocket Platformer (by the_l0bster) is responsible for the much of the cor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pyrrhos.

Journey across the perilous Divide between the Spiritual and Physical Realms.  For profit, of course. Did you ever wonder: "What if Uncharted Waters was a dungeon crawler?"  I know I sure did! Average play time (if you get hooked and play all the way to the end): 90 minutes Time to see a representative sampling of the game (I'd suggest: visited another town and then returned, and found at least on… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Uncharted Wanders.

Youtube TrailerWhat is Adam?Adam is a platform game, based off the famous epic poem "Paradise Lost" by John Milton.Follow our Greenlight page here: Click here.What can I do in Adam?Currently, Adam is in Beta. There is a tutorial and a level editor in the game that you can use to create unique and mind-blowing levels. You can save these levels and play them, or you can download other people's level… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adam.

A non-euclidean, three-dimensional falling block puzzle game. Just like in classic falling block games such as Tetris or Blockout, fill the levels -- once a whole level (30 cubes) is filled, it disappears. Try to fill as many levels as you can! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bringris.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

91% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Big NEON Tower VS Tiny Square is a precision platformer that challenges you to ascend a vibrant neon tower. Navigate tricky obstacles, use momentum, and collect cherries. Master the tower now! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Big NEON Tower Tiny Square.

A twin-stick shooter where your music is your weapon. Whichever track you choose will power your engines and your lasers, but beware: your enemies are also driven by the music. Soundsaber fully supports all mainstream audio file formats: MP3, FLAC, M4A, AAC, WMA, WAV, OGG, AIFF, MOD, IT, S3M and XM are all fully compatible. Soundsaber comes with a dozen sample tracks by artists like 0edi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soundsaber.

Dotto Botto is a classic Super Mario Bros. platformer game. Help Dotto to find his way home and try to beat all the levels! You will face deadly enemies, weird creatures and hideous obstacles on your way back home, so be careful! GAME CONTROLS: GAMEPAD D-pad or Left-Stick = Move A / B = Jump / Skip Intro / Select START / BACK = Pause Game KEYBOARD:  WASD or ARROW KEYS = Move/ Jump SPAC… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dotto Botto.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

82% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Story driven Metroidvania-ish challenging platformer with cute hand-drawn graphics and a focus on exploration. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trapers Platformer.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

95% User Score Based on 1,257 reviews

Taser charged and jetpack refueled. Are you ready for this space station? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fractal Space HD.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

100% User Score Based on 38 reviews

Face your greatest enemy—yourself—in Aether’s Echo: Yazid’s Paradox, a challenging 2D platformer where you control time to conquer puzzles and precise jumps. Climb a mysterious mountain filled with escalating trials, shadowy clones, and atmospheric storytelling. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aether’s Echo: Yazid’s Paradox.