Games like Endless 2D Runner
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The kingdom needs your help!An evil wizard is attacking and only you can stop him! In this action-packed and fast-paced 2D platformer, you are playing as a simple farmer with magical powers and your goal is to kill the evil wizard. But your enemy is no ordinary wizard. As a master alchemist he was able to create a potion that made him immortal. So now your only way of saving your kingdom i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bizarre Showdown.
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- 31%Game Brain Score31% User Score 2 reviews
This game was initially submitted to Craftpix jam 2025-2 jam with the theme "Cute but dangerous". I fixed and tweaked it afterwards for the Game Off 2025 jam with the theme "waves". Both jams overlapped and the game versions submitted to each jam were fully developed within the jam period. Spoilers There are two sections of the game after you go through the "Prologue" you will enable the secon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Turtle.
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Nobody helped me, your help is very important, you must think that a lot of people help, but unfortunately they don't. Just a little help would be great, Thanks! I made this game on my very obsolete pentium DDR1 computer, all I need is the $70 motherboard for me to have a better computer. Help me with any amount. on paypal: [email protected] or Buy this game for $1 My motherboard crashed… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shanty Town Ball.
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Description This Endless Runner is based on all the courses available at FEUP and the journey that is studying here. The goal is to travel as much distance as possible across the main hall while fighting the bosses and dodging the obstacles that keep spawning. Obstacles, also based on the courses (Ex: Zapper - MIEEC), spawn with random positions during the game. You must avoid them unless you wis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JetPack Master's.
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- 82%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability82% User Score 160 reviews
Horizon Shift is an explosive wave based, single screen shooter, with a ton of new ideas and platformer elements. Do what it takes to protect your horizon from the ever encroaching enemy attack! Use the unique risk reward multiplier system to maximise power-ups, build your bomb and destroy EVERYTHING! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horizon Shift.
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- View Game56%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humorMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story69% User Score 32 reviews
Super Helmets on Fire DX is a crazy side scrolling action platformer game, with lots of nods to old school games, mixed with hardcore runner gameplay and a pinch of RPG lite elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Helmets on Fire DX Ultra Edition Plus Alpha.
- 86%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, stability86% User Score 158 reviews
Just Get Through is a randomly generated platformer with roguelike elements. Featuring a destructible environment, sandbox mode, user-created levels, various gamemodes, hardcore mode, color palettes, deadly traps, explosions and more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Just Get Through.
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- 88%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability88% User Score 224 reviews
Retro platforming action in this adaptation of a terrible movie. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Manos: The Hands of Fate.
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The Monkeys are hungry and they're out for the bananas. Help them collect all the bananas and gain points throughout the levels. The more destruction and chaos you create with fewer monkeys the higher your score is. Get through the 10 levels with the help of special monkeys. Controls: Click and drag the monkey to aim and release to launch. Press SPACE BAR to activate the Monkey Trio. Press L for L… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crazy Monkeys - Exam Game.
- 69%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story79% User Score 38 reviews
Brawl through the city in hard-hitting pixel art style inspired by arcade classics! Inspired by arcade beat ’em ups of the late ’80s and early ’90s, Fallen City Brawl is a story of ambition and revenge told through intense side-scrolling pixel art action. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fallen City Brawl.
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- 50%Game Brain Score50% User Score 1 reviews
WELCOME BRAVE SOUL! The year is 2039, the world is awash with fear as deluded overlords unleash chaos in an attempt to save themselves from an incoming phoenix event. The Earth's inhabitants, locked down in smart cities pacified by a merciless barrage of mocking bird media, are in trouble. The call went out for brave souls to come help humanity free themselves and ri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ziona Quest X.
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- 45%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, atmosphere50% User Score 135 reviewsCritic Score 20%1 reviews
Dinocide is a classic NES inspired old-school single-player platformer in a prehistoric fantasy world. Dinocide tries to capture the drive and fun of that era and recreate it in a modern way! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dinocide.
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- 91%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability91% User Score 1,912 reviews
It's time to unleash your inner Pug! [Media 2083981] Turbo Pug is a casual runner with difficult, random, procedurally generated levels. Enjoy random weather and try to avoid getting zapped by... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Turbo Pug.
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- 50%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization58% User Score 36 reviews
Kick butt in this retro 2D action-platformer! Seep Universe is an indie game for PC inspired by the 8-16 bit era! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SEEP Universe.
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- 88%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization88% User Score 679 reviews
The most popular and most appreciated Nyan Cat game! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nyan Cat: Lost In Space.
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- 74%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music74% User Score 85 reviews
Gladium is a gladiatorial arena fighter with fast-paced action combat and gory pixels. Take on waves of gladiators, slay them all and challenge the mighty champions of the arena! Analyze your opponents weakness, adapt your strategy and colour the sands with the blood of your enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GLADIUM.
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- 70%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding70% User Score 108 reviewsCritic Score 70%7 reviews
The whole city has been plunged into darkness. After an accident at the power station, a living electric spark must restore electricity to the city and give citizens back their safe and carefree lives. TurnOn tells the spellbinding tale of a brave alien creature and its striking journey through blackout world, in an incredibly colorful and detailed platformer without platforms. Featuring a charmin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TurnOn.
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- 64%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization64% User Score 95 reviews
Play as a special ops combat unit sent to investigate why the stars around Solar System are going dark in MegaSphere — a story-based post-cyberpunk action platformer adventure game of supermassive scale set in early 22nd century: smart guns, robots, self-reconstructing environments, and vast AIs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MegaSphere.
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Escape the chaotic world you woke up in. Controls: A - Move LeftD - Move RightS - Move Down on the platforms.P - Shoot.Space - Jump (hold for maximum 0.5 seconds for higher jump)Ctrl - After jumping, if you crouch while falling down, you will gain momentum, falling quicker. (There's no sprinting, sorry, will add in future) Download and play the Windows build if you can for better visual p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chaotic Dream.
Welcome to Helmeteers: Devlog Video: An RTS game where you serve your corporate overlords by helping them secure Neverfindium (tm) on a distant planet. Neverfindium, of course, is needed to make your company's signature novelty hat. Take control of a planet-wide army and build up your infrastructure and capabilities in a quest for control. Uses an innovative 2-layer enemy AI and advance… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Helmeteers.
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Stellar Jump - Final Project for Development I This project is the final assignment for the Development I course, developed in C++ using the raylib graphics library. It is a game inspired by Doodle Jump, but set in space, featuring unique mechanics that offer an exciting challenge. Main Features Space Theme: Jump between platforms in a cosmic environment. Dynamic Platforms: Platfor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stellar Jumps.
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The Spark Is a classic Flappy Bird experience with a relaxed, lofi twist! Main Features Single-player & Two-player modes: Play solo or team up with a friend in local multiplayer mode. Relaxing Lofi soundtrack: Enjoy calming music as you dodge obstacles and collect points. Gameplay Objective: Avoid obstacles and survive as long as possible while collecting points. 1. Speed: Every 3 obstacl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Spark.
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Dicey Spooky Quest is a haunting runner game set in a medieval world inhabited by spirits of all kinds. You play as a mysterious knight, fighting their way through terrorizing monsters to collect souls.Faced at the start of the run with the Dice of Fate, randomised numbers are granted by the relics, leaving the player with the choice of what stat allocate the numbers to. Choosing a high number fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dicey Spooky Quest.
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Latest Update:google playstore url:https://play.google.com/apps/test/com.insper.Legless/2 Mobile Game: Download mobile game by clicking on the build.apk, or in this google playstore url:https://play.google.com/apps/test/com.insper.Legless/2 On some android devices ads are not loaded properly, so here is a video demonstration of the ads in the game: New features include: - Resurre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legless.
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About this game My third project for DATT2300-Game Development I at York University. Elden Run is a 2D endless runner platformer game. The goal of the game is to achieve higher scores. Control There is only one control in this game. Simply press the SPACE button to make the knight jump. Rules The knight only has one point of health, so you must dodge the bats and wolves t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elden Run.
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Waddle Knight 2 is a completely non-profit fangame, and was made entirely for fun, and to show my love for the Kirby series. There will never be any advertisements of any kind on anything related to Waddle Knight 2, and the game will always be free. I will not accept donations for my work on Waddle Knight 2. Every background, tile, music track, most sound effects, most sprites, characters, and wo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Waddle Knight 2 (Kirby Fangame).
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Controls: Press the on screen buttons to control your game! The directions the arrows are pointing correlate to which direction your character will have, with the square being a stop button. The goal of the game is to reach the green portal at the end of each level to move you on to the next level! Features implemented: - All movement (left, right, stop, jump) - When reaching portal, waits 2 seco… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KIT109 Exam Game.
- 49%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:humor, character developmentMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story82% User Score 11 reviews
After an unfortunate confrontation, two rivaling megalomaniacs bent on world domination, are forced to work together in hopes to survive. Join Skeleman, and his rival, Dr. Dangerous, in the thrilling adventure title: Mean-While. Mean-While is a non-linear adventure game where you are stuck as two characters, Skeleman and Dr. Dangerous, trapped in each other's fortresses. To succeed you will b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mean-While.
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- 51%Game Brain Score51% User Score 2 reviews
The New Dimension in Co-op with Blazon are proud to present Alpacalypse. A fun run and jump, collect and avoid game, first released on Zzap! 64 Micro Action #19's cover mount. This game production consists of the following:- Presentable loading bitmap- Front end presentation- Hi score table- A selection of difficulty level settings- Upbeat music with custom in game sound effects blended together-… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alpacalypse.
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- View Game52%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story85% User Score 13 reviews
You will have to help the brave legendary beaver, who fearlessly overcomes all obstacles. Exciting adventures and clashes with various opponents are waiting for you. BOBR SPRINT This is an old-school platformer, with increasing levels of difficulty. Increasing difficulty is done by increasing the number of obstacles and enemies on the level, the appearance of dynamic platforms, obstacles an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BOBR SPRINT.
- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding85% User Score 496 reviews
Void Miner is a incremental roguelite bullet hell that is about mining asteroids, collecting resources and upgrading your ship to blast through waves of asteroid belts. Start with a simple ship, picking off as many asteroids as you can. Explore the upgrade tree. Lay waste to the entire asteroid belt. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Miner – Incremental Asteroids Roguelite.
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- 67%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:story, music95% User Score 21 reviews
Citadel Stormer 2 is an explosive retro-styled run & gun action platformer set in a world ruled by a tyrannical AI. Old School platformer action - Jump and dash past insta-kill traps. Blast through enemies. Collect ammo and health. Make it to the exit in one piece. And enjoy the fine balance between platforming and combat! 38 levels set in 6 unique environments - Eliminate all threats in the ch… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Citadel Stormer 2.
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Try the free demo WELCOME BRAVE SOUL! The year is 2039, the world is awash with fear as deluded overlords unleash chaos in an attempt to save themselves from an incoming phoenix event. The Earth's inhabitants, locked down in smart cities pacified by a merciless barrage of mocking bird media, are in trouble. The call went out for brave souls to come help humanity free … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ziona Quest X.
- 83%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding84% User Score 2,633 reviewsCritic Score 80%1 reviews
Bit.Trip Runner is the fastest, most exhilarating music/ rhythm-platformer to hit Steam! Race across the Moon, kicking down crystal walls and sliding under chomping moon-slugs! Bound through the Robotic Mines and face off against the MinerMech! Dash through the Big City on a quest to find friends and defeat the final boss together! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bit.Trip Runner.
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- 79%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding79% User Score 98 reviews
Mago: The Villain's Burger is a retro 2D platformer that puts us in the boots of a sorcerer, who was unfortunate enough to eat evil overlord's food. Now he has to rescue his beloved princess from the dinner menu of the evil Gourmet! Nostalgia awaits! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mago: The Villain's Burger.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability90% User Score 648 reviewsCritic Score 81%17 reviews
The Bug Butcher is an action-packed 2D side scrolling shoot em up game where peril comes from above. So in a nutshell, pest control with machine guns in space. The core mechanics hold old ties from the classic arcade shooter "Super Pang" where you shoot vertically, but with modern day twists. You are Harry, a brash and tenacious exterminator who has a knack for decimating bugs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bug Butcher.
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- 94%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding94% User Score 69 reviews
Hyper Bounce Blast is a stomach-churning retro shooter blended with classic platforming action. Bounce, shoot and dodge to survive the ever-increasing enemy attack. Bring it on! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyper Bounce Blast.
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- 69%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay96% User Score 23 reviews
Control three clunky robots with improbable technological quirks stuck on a desolate Earth. Help them work together to overcome randomly generated obstacles in this roguelike puzzle platformer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Terraforming Earth.
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- 16%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding27% User Score 11 reviews
You think you can handle everything? Then grab a gun, jump at the helm of the ship and get ready for hardcore adventures in Deep Space! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Space Rush.
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- 63%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability94% User Score 18 reviews
Extreme! Multitasking Run and Gun with a colorful twist! Team up with PixelBot, shoot up everything in your way and master an unique color-based destruction! Show what you've got and help the Bot breaking out of the Forbidden Factory! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to pixelBOT EXTREME!.
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- 53%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics62% User Score 37 reviews
In the year 16XX the city of Mecha-Tokyo has been infested with strange and powerful yōkai! Where did they come from and why are they destroying the city? It's up to Giga, Tera and the other super robots to find out and stop them! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mecha-Tokyo Rush.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story85% User Score 212 reviews
Fighties is a fast paced 2D platform fighter. Choose from a wide selection of Fighties each with their own unique play style. Beat down your opponents to become the strongest Fightie of them all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fighties.
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- 83%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:character development, replayability85% User Score 48 reviews
Lost with no memory of where he is or how he got there, lead Eyas - a boy in a cat suit - on a quest to get home. But how do you know which way to go when you can't tell which is up and which is down? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Land of Eyas.
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- View Game68%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability68% User Score 179 reviews
Viktor is an action-packed sidescrolling adventure with gameplay inspired by classics such as Castlevania and Megaman. As Viktor, you will fight your way through hordes of relentless enemies, lurking traps, and fearsome bosses who will try to keep you from your mission. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Viktor.
- 68%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding68% User Score 220 reviews
You were on the way to a recycling process when fortunately for you - and unfortunately for the environment - you accidentally ran off. Now your goal is to escape from the facility, which is an extremely difficult task due to the fact that you are a battery without legs. Equipped with a limited number of electric beams, you can connect to walls, move or destroy objects, turn switches, and charge … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Volt.
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- 94%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humorMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music94% User Score 97 reviews
Rolling Bird is a retro arcade shooter, heavily inspired by Namco's 1986 classic 'Rolling Thunder'. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rolling Bird.
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- 98%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding98% User Score 113 reviews
The year is 20XX, the earth has been ravaged by nuclear wars and our only hope is the research shuttle Nostrami. Unfortunately the ship has been incommunicado for 48 hours now. That's were you... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Scumbags.
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- 94%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization94% User Score 469 reviews
1982 is a FREE retro inspired blasta-thon that will test your gaming skills to the max. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1982.
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- 82%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding82% User Score 56 reviews
Dreadborne Drifters is game about shooting mutants and heretics in dystopian postapo environments with soft scifi feel, looting tresure chests and constantly upgrading your gear while rising in... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreadborne Drifters.
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- 81%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics95% User Score 42 reviewsCritic Score 65%2 reviews
Once upon a time, Jack and Jill, went up the hill, to fetch a pail of water. It didn’t particularly end well for them, and to be honest, things aren’t exactly great for another Jack and Jill either. In Jack N’ Jill DX, players must assume the role of Jack, overcoming many hazards, in a bid to reach Jill, who awaits him at the end of 140 levels, in typical old-school one-button platformer fashion!… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jack N' Jill DX.
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