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Games like Donkey Kong Advanced

Looking for games like Donkey Kong Advanced? Here are top arcade platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Ghoul Patrol, Contra Anniversary Collection or 8BitBoy.

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  1. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    60% User Score Based on 222 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 3 reviews

    The cult classic Zombies Ate My Neighbors and its sequel make their long awaited return in Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Ghoul Patrol! Play these classics from the golden age of 16-bit gaming with new enhancements and never before seen museum features. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombies Ate My Neighbors and Ghoul Patrol.

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  2. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    76% User Score Based on 780 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 1 reviews

    The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of players. Grab power ups and blast your way through waves of menacing enemies and bosses that will put your reaction skills to the test. Also included is a digital Bonus Book with tons of concept documents and sketches, the official chronology of the franchise, an exclusive i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Contra Anniversary Collection.

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    68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    68% User Score Based on 943 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

    Big classic platformer with tons of power-ups and 12+ hours of main story & 300+ hidden locations just begging for exploration. 8BitBoy is a tribute to all the greatest platformers of the 80s and 90s and a symbol of my endless love and passion for gaming. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 8BitBoy.

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  5. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    86% User Score Based on 442 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Disney's Hercules Action Game is a platform game mainly two-dimensional, although in many missions the player can walk to other planes via pathways or stairs. There are ten levels and three difficulty modes: Beginner, Medium, and Herculean. Hercules can jump, grab ledges, swing on poles, and jump while running. He has a variety of attack moves at his disposal. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Disney's Hercules.

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  6. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    75% User Score Based on 166 reviews

    Raiden III Digital Edition is a revival of the classic Raiden series of scrolling shooter games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Raiden III Digital Edition.

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  9. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    55% User Score Based on 208 reviews

    Giana Sisters 2D is a HD remake of the beloved Nintendo DS game from 2009. It features full controller support, precise, intuitive controls and a smooth learning curve. All balanced for hours of fun and challenge. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Giana Sisters 2D.

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  10. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay
    38% User Score Based on 238 reviews

    Real pinball machines created by the world's most experienced producer of arcade-quality pinball machines can now be played on your PC. Over 10 tables including modern classics like Star Trek, AC/DC, and Mustang are available as DLC with two FREE tables to play every month! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stern Pinball Arcade.

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  11. 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.

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  13. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    86% User Score Based on 572 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 8 reviews

    Create & Play the dungeons of your dreams Create and share your very own dungeons, then play a nearly infinite number of highly creative, trap-ridden dungeons made by other creators from all over the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Dungeon Maker.

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    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.

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  16. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    70% User Score Based on 346 reviews
    Critic Score 55%Based on 5 reviews

    Two of the most beloved Disney games of all time make their long-awaited return to modern consoles in Disney Classic Games: Aladdin and The Lion King! The bundle contains different versions of these two classics: Aladdin is playable in the Mega Drive / Genesis Version (US & Japan) and Game Boy (including a colorised variant). Lion King is playable as Super Nintendo, Mega Drive / Genesis Version (U… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Disney Classic Games: Aladdin and The Lion King.

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  17. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    73% User Score Based on 132 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 10 reviews

    [Media 2077820] A virus, known as the Nanobyte has infected hardware around the globe rendering all systems useless - gaming is dead. The HoPiKo, who ran the games, have been enslaved... It’s... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HoPiKo.

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  18. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 2,032 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 26 reviews

    Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection brings together six classic titles in one game: Mega Man Zero 1, 2, 3 and 4, as well as Mega Man ZX and ZX Advent. The collection also features Z-Chaser, an exclusive new mode created just for this set of games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mega Man Zero/ZX Legacy Collection.

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  19. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Celeste Classic is an iconic platform game, originally developed by Maddy Thorson and Noel Berry, for the Pico-8 fantasy console (link).  They later developed Celeste, a highly acclaimed game that any platformer lover should play (link). This is a remake for the Spectrum Next, made with the intention of being as faithful as possible to the original. It is NOT an official version. I asked Noel Berr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Celeste Classic for Spectrum Next.

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  20. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    73% User Score Based on 223 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 4 reviews

    Exploding into the modern era like a pro wrestler from the top rope—it’s Gex! The fast-talking gecko who doesn’t want to sell you insurance! That’s right, the greatest gaming hero of the 1990s has returned for the 2020s through the raw, unbridled power of the Carbon Engine. Gex Trilogy reproduces all three original games in exacting detail, precisely the way you remember them. Assuming you’ve go… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GEX Trilogy.

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  22. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    83% User Score Based on 429 reviews

    Little Fighter 2 Remastered, this classic fighting game has undergone significant graphical upgrades and improvements to the local network mode, greatly enhancing the multiplayer gaming experience. The game not only boosts visual effects but also maintains the fast-paced combat style that players love. Key Features: Enhanced Visuals: Completely redrawn high-resolution graphics deliver a stunnin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Fighter 2 Remastered.

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  23. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 1,305 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 10 reviews

    Star Wars™: Dark Forces Remaster has been brought to life by the team at Nightdive Studios, fully remastered through its proprietary KEX engine, allowing the game to run on modern gaming devices at up to 4K resolution at 120FPS. New and returning players will enjoy Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster’s upgraded gameplay, high-resolution textures, enhanced lighting and rendering, and support for gamepa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Wars: Dark Forces Remaster.

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  24. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    95% User Score Based on 3,970 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 35 reviews

    N++ is a fast-paced, action-packed puzzle platformer set in the distant future. You play as a ninja -- darting through obstacles, narrowly evading a slew of inadvertently homicidal enemy robots, and collecting gold in a minimalist, sci-fi world. You know, traditional ninja stuff. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to N++ (NPLUSPLUS).

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  25. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    73% User Score Based on 246 reviews

    Muffin Knight is an arena based action-packed platformer with stunning visuals and a myriad of fairytale characters, each with their own unique abilities, which gain strength as you advance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Muffin Knight.

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  26. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    76% User Score Based on 447 reviews

    Age of Barbarian Ex is an action hack 'n 'slash game inspired to 80s, fantasy and sword-and-sorcery genre. Muscular barbarians, scantily clad girls, hordes of bloodthirsty monsters, a lot of gore, a pretty epic story and an addictive soundtrack! What's best in life? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Age of Barbarian Extended Cut.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    91% User Score Based on 381 reviews

    3dSen PC breathes new life into your favorite NES games by magically converting it into 3D and letting you play in realtime If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 3dSen.

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  28. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 432 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

    Orbital Bullet is a fast paced 360° action-platformer with rogue-lite elements. Travel to numerous planets, where monsters and dangers await you. Use found ressources to craft new weaponry & upgrades to get stronger. Only a true master of 360° combat will be able to save his home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbital Bullet.

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  29. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 948 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 2 reviews

    Emulate your favorite arcade games in an environment engrossed with retro realism and extremely detailed surroundings. Be filled with nostalgia and realise what arcade life felt like back in the 80’s/early 90’s. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to New Retro Arcade: Neon.

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  30. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 9,804 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 48 reviews

    Buy Crash Bandicoot N Sane Trilogy on PS4. Play as Crash or his sister Coco and bound, spin, and even motorcycle your way through three mad-cap adventures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 534 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 9 reviews

    Cobalt is mostly about playing as a cute robot with a passion for 2D battles packed with extreme slow-mo and combat rolls. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cobalt.

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  32. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 24,940 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 3 reviews

    The ultimate celebration of past and future. An all-new adventure full of unique bosses, rolling 2D landscapes, and fun classic gameplay. Sonic Mania brings retro fast-paced platforming into the future through pixel perfect 2D graphics running at 60FPS. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sonic Mania.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, atmosphere
    86% User Score Based on 1,598 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    An upgraded version of Metal Slug 2 (Metal Slug 2: Super Vehicle-001/I), titled Metal Slug X, was released in March 1999 for the Neo Geo MVS. It fixed slowdown problems from the original game, and increased the difficulty. Metal Slug X also introduced some new elements to the game system. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to METAL SLUG X.

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  34. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    75% User Score Based on 508 reviews

    Against the overwhelming might of the Empire stands a small but growing Rebel Alliance. Scattered resistance groups are uniting and what is needed most now are Starfighter pilots. Will you join their struggle to end this tyranny and become a hero of the Rebellion? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STAR WARS™ - X-Wing Special Edition.

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  36. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 2,128 reviews
    Critic Score 94%Based on 2 reviews

    Castlevania Advance Collection includes three legendary Castlevania games that were first released in the early 2000s: Circle of the Moon, Aria of Sorrow, and Harmony of Despair. In addition, this collection also includes Castlevania: Dracula X and some never-before-seen sketches and artwork from the games! All four games are enhanced with newly added modern features such as Rewind, Save/Load, an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castlevania Advance Collection.

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  37. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    75% User Score Based on 351 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 4 reviews

    AGGELOS is a mesmerizing new action-RPG inspired by the likes of Wonder Boy that looks like it was plucked straight out of the 16-bit era... but plays like a modern-day marvel! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aggelos.

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  38. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    75% User Score Based on 474 reviews
    Critic Score 45%Based on 3 reviews

    Haven't heard of Dragon's Lair?! Well, you play the heroic Dirk the Daring, a valiant knight on a quest to rescue the fair princess from the clutches of an evil dragon! Originally released in the summer of 1983, Dragon's Lair has solidified itself as a cultural icon in gaming. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon's Lair.

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  40. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    72% User Score Based on 269 reviews

    Join Pixel as he quests through gaming history, teleporting across the most iconic video game systems of generations past. He’ll have to jump, dodge and play smart if he wants to survive all the traps, puzzles and enemies waiting to take him down at every turn. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Life of Pixel.

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  41. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    76% User Score Based on 2,772 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 5 reviews

    Mega Man X Legacy Collection includes the legendary 16-bit titles and the series’ exciting foray into 32-bits: Mega Man X, Mega Man X2, Mega Man X3, and Mega Man X4. The heroic robot grows stronger as he takes down Mavericks and steals their weapons, and also has the ability to dash and wall jump for thrilling, fast-paced combat. Mega Man X’s mysterious friend, Zero, also joins the fray as a playa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mega Man X Legacy Collection.

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  43. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    74% User Score Based on 1,572 reviews

    Castle In The Darkness is a fun and challenging shout out to the early days of video games! It's an action exploration platformer with some RPG elements, much like games from the Castlevania or Metroid series. It's super fast-paced, challenging, and full of secrets! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle In The Darkness.

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  44. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    71% User Score Based on 150 reviews

    Sixteen levels (in four groups of four) await you in this long-developed Bitmap Brothers title. The basic gameplay is similar to Gauntlet, but in an open air setting, with bridges across rivers and such in the maps. The visuals are in the 'metallic and blue' style the Bitmaps appeared to favor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soldiers of Fortune.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    99% User Score Based on 290 reviews

    In Quest Master, your wildest dungeon designs come alive and beckon adventurers from around the globe to test their mettle. It's a world where your imagination reigns supreme, and every challenge you craft is a siren call to glory-seekers eager for the thrill of your creation! MAKE YOUR OWN DUNGEONS An endless canvas. Add additional floors to your dungeon and make them as big as you can imag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quest Master.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    96% User Score Based on 710 reviews

    Blood Typers is a survival horror adventure played entirely with your keyboard. Blast zombies, manage your inventory, and work together to survive and escape. In singleplayer or 1-4 player co-op, you find yourself trapped in a procedurally generated movie campus as it warps into a nightmare. Manage its limited resources right or you might not make it through the night… TYPE TO KILL (OR RUN, OR… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Typers.

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  48. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 1,450 reviews
    Critic Score 91%Based on 3 reviews

    Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castlevania Dominus Collection.

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  49. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 414 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 7 reviews

    Aeterna Noctis is a challenging 2D hand-drawn action platformer, a Metroidvania with thrilling combat that will keep you on the edge of your seat and heart-stopping platform sections that will put your skills to the test. Become the King of Darkness in an epic journey through 16 connected areas. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Summum Aeterna.

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  50. 21%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    27% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Get ready to embark on an exciting nostalgia trip with the modernized release of Commander Keen Dreams Definitive Edition! This beloved sidescroller has been meticulously enhanced to provide a captivating gameplay experience while preserving its original charm. Let's dive into the detailed user gameplay experience and feature set: Visual Enhancement and Widescreen Support: Commander Keen Dreams De… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Commander Keen in Keen Dreams: Definitive Edition.

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