Games like Dave

"Kalevania is a single-player Fantasy Platformer game inspired by Finnish mythology and retro-style Japanese console games. Explore seven diverse locations, combatting over 50 enemy types using various weapons and runic powers. Immerse in the authentic retro gaming experience, complete with an original nostalgic soundtrack by Ilari Hannula."

T.E.C 3001 is a challenging runner game where you guide a robot through 41 levels, collecting energy and testing your dexterity. With a variety of game modes, split-screen multiplayer, and a pulse-pounding soundtrack, it offers a demanding and immersive experience for players seeking a tough challenge. Note: multiplayer is local, for play on the same machine.

Swipecart is a physics powered mine cart racing game that rewards patience and skill. It combines vehicle physics with clever and challenging level design. Compete for the fastest times on each track and earn money to customize your avatar.

In "Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams," players control Giana, a girl who can transform between two different dreams to navigate diverse levels. By switching between her "Cute" and "Punk" personas, players change the environment and solve puzzles while battling enemies. With fast-paced platforming action, impressive graphics, and a compelling soundtrack, this game offers a challenging and entertaining experience.

"Blitz Breaker" is a fast-paced platformer where you play as a small robot named Blitz, unable to run, escaping a dangerous factory. Gameplay consists of jumping and air-dashing in four directions, with levels featuring 101 challenges and over 20 collectible heads. Simple and accessible controls are available for PC and mobile platforms.

In Glorkian Warrior: The Trials Of Glork, play as a snarky intergalactic warrior and navigate through levels filled with colorful alien enemies. Utilize an arsenal of weapons, power-ups, and your trusty companion, Super Backpack, to defeat bosses and progress. This game is a humorous and challenging mix of side-scrolling shooter and platformer gameplay with retro-inspired pixel art.

"The Joylancer: Legendary Motor Knight is an early access game with a planned 2021 release, currently running on a new engine for improved stability. Players control a motorized lancer in a sidescrolling adventure, with updates and improvements planned for the final release. The game can be purchased on itch.io and will grant a free Steam key."

"Ookibloks" is a single-player musical action puzzle game available on Windows and Mac OS X. Help Ooki the Monkey recover his stolen bananas while overcoming enemies and obstacles with 100+ stages across 9 different worlds, each with its own unique soundtrack and boss character. Utilize the musical sound effect system to jam along to the tunes and train your skills in "Banana Chase" mode. Face even greater challenges in the Devil Cat's Volcano for a hardcore experience.

Devious Dungeon is a pixelated action-platformer game with RPG elements. You play as a hero exploring randomly generated dungeons, battling monsters, and collecting loot. The game features permadeath, ensuring that each run is challenging and unpredictable. With its retro graphics and engaging gameplay, Devious Dungeon offers a satisfying experience for fans of the genre.

Maldita Castilla EX is an arcade-style platformer with pixel art graphics, drawing inspiration from classic games. The player controls Don Ramiro in a quest to defeat evil creatures and restore order to the kingdom of Castile. With diverse levels, intense boss battles, and multiple endings, Maldita Castilla EX offers a challenging and engaging experience.