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Games like Janky Joe in Retro Hell - ZX Spectrum Version

Games like Janky Joe in Retro Hell - ZX Spectrum Version

Games like Janky Joe in Retro Hell - ZX Spectrum Version

Looking for games like Janky Joe in Retro Hell - ZX Spectrum Version? Here are top arcade platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Ziona Quest, Ziona Quest X or FoxyLand.

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  1. The Year is 1023, the call went out for brave souls to come join the quest to help humanity free themselves and return the Earth to her true heavenly glory... ...you answered. WELCOME BRAVE SOUL!! Ziona Quest is a frantic platformer where skill, strategy and quick reactions are essential if you are to complete your mission. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ziona Quest.

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  2. 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.

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  3. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    62% User Score Based on 65 reviews

    Ah... love, Love... How beautifully in one word. My mind is racing, my stomach flutter butterflies, heart racing. Are you willing to do anything to give a million cherries, collect all the jewels and even save your favorite? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FoxyLand.

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  4. RoadmapBelow you will find a complete breakdown of all the updates planned for early access, including the systems and content that each one will incorporate: This roadmap is preliminary and may evolve during development. Feedback from the community will be key, and we may adjust the order of updates, add, remove, or modify elements throughout early access. Even so, its purpose is to off… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neo Dance.

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  5. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Phantom Leap – The Great Forest Adventure! (AMIGA - WIP)     A winding path cuts through the deep forest, hidden among moss-covered ruins and ancient trees. Legends speak of untold secrets, hidden treasures—and countless dangers. Only the bravest adventurers dare to enter, seeking to uncover the mysteries that lie within. As a fearless explorer, you leap into this adventure, jumping over dee… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phantom Leap ( AMIGA - WIP Version 1.4 DEMO).

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  6. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Classic arcade game meets modern online multiplayer brawler!PLAY FOR FREE:Try the FREE Royale Edition and your progress will fully sync with the full version when you upgrade.FIGHT FOR SURVIVAL: Rampage the battlefield to power up your tank with boosting items Shoot everyone else Don’t let anybody shoot you Be the last tank standing! Remember, only the winner gets chicken dinner! (and $$$)W… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tank Royale.

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  7. Ritual Tournament is a 2d Fighting Game with retro style gameplay and story. Choose between 8 fighters (7 female and 1 male), to take part in a deadly tournament.Ritual Tournament has a story inspired by the 80s movies and also the classic Fighting Games from that age, mixed with a mystical, dark, mythology. Features Arcade (story) mode; Player VS Computer (with opponent and stage selection); Play… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ritual Tournament.

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  8. 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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  9. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 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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  10. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    90% User Score Based on 9,422 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 9 reviews

    The world’s greatest fighting game evolves to a whole new level with Ultra Street Fighter IV. Continuing the tradition of excellence the series is known for, five new characters and six new stages have been added for even more fighting mayhem, with rebalanced gameplay and original modes topping off this ultimate offering. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ultra Street Fighter IV.

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  11. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    83% User Score Based on 332 reviews

    Timberman features a single player challenge, to test your skills and unlock as much as 56 characters, and local games to have fun with your friends! Grab your trustworthy axe, become a true Timberman, and chop trees in 3, unique game modes: Classic Timberman: train your axe skills, gain exp to develop your account, and beat your personal high score - in a classic, single-player, infinite tr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Timberman VS.

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  13. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    The long awaited sequel to Forward to the Past, featuring music by the award winning Lee Bee! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BubbleBack: The Story of Forward to the Past 2.

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  14. This game is designed to be played on a retro ZX Spectrum Next computer or emulator that is included in a Downloadable file. Disclamer: This game is created as a fanfic and has no relation to the original game or its developer. We claim no rights to the original game and do not infringe on the copyrights of the original game or its creators. About the Game It's hard to find a gamer today who… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lone Lunner.

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    51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    In Vectorlord you play as the titular hero as you dodge & weave through the kaleidoscopic immune system of the evil INFECTOPHAGE --- an intergalactic virus siphoning precious DELTAs from the homeworld of your benefactors. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VECTORLORD.

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  16. In Swords & Bones 4, you'll step into the shoes of Ingrid, an apprentice mage tasked with freeing her sister Shaivi from the Shadow Demon. A series of new traps and enemies will test your skills. With the aid of new power-ups and abilities, Swords & Bones 4 presents you with a fresh epic challenge to tackle. Swords & Bones 4 is an adventure set in a dark fantasy world inspired by the g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swords & Bones 4.

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  17. The Quest for the WHATSIT An amulet lost 1000 years ago, the WHATSIT, has always been the Holy Grail of treasure hunters. Well, actually the Holy Grail is the treasure hunters' Holy Grail, but the WHATSIT comes right after it. And even Moorhuhn, the greatest adventurer among treasure hunters, cannot resist a hint as to the whereabouts of this relic. And so, he unceremoniously drops himself above t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moorhuhn 'Traps and Treasures'.

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    Embark on an adventure with a mischievous pig. STORY: In the game you play as the pig Bacon, a character left to self interpretation. The human world is no more. Bacon resides in a temple trying to achieve some spiritual growth. The peace is disturbed by the outside world and Bacon leaves on a quest to return the "Sunshine" island pig community to their previous state of life. Go… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pigbook.

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  19. Full Animal Party is a 1 to 4 player online and local party game currently in early access. You will have to compete against other party animals in 35 different trials and four board modes in order to be crowned victor.Multiplayer modesThe game supports local and online matches (online players can join your multi-local room) and bots are able to fill the empty spots once their behaviour has been c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Full Animal Party.

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  20. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    91% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Meme animals strike again!! Let the meme battle goes into NEXT LEVEL!! With varied stages, items and support up to 4 players local and online, “Fight of Animals: Arena” will bring you a brand new Brawler experience!! Let the fight begin!! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fight of Animals: Arena.

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    51%Game Brain Score
    100% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Just Bones is a platformer inspired by old-school pixel art and gameplay. After a powerful experiment, a mage is reduced to a skeleton of his former self. Join Bones as he puzzles his way through rich environments to collect special tools, recover his body parts and restore his human appearance. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Just Bones.

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  24. 65%Game Brain Score
    65% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Last update of the game (ZX Spectrum tape):  1 September 2025 Last update of loaders for various other media:  14 October 2025 (10 October: new versions for Disciple / +D / Uni-DOS, Didaktik 40 / 80 / Kompakt and Wafadrive; 14 October: updated version for TR-DOS, and new versions for Timex FDD and Timex cartridge) This game is for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum computer and is based on the arcade g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Donkey Kong.

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  25. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    67% User Score Based on 55 reviews

    Night Slashers is a pulse-pounding, horror-themed beat 'em up game, in a nightmarish world filled with bloodthirsty creatures and unspeakable horrors. Prepare to step into the shoes of the unlikely heroes, as they battle hordes of supernatural foes and terrifying monsters. In Night Slashers, you're not just fighting for survival: you're battling to save the world from a supernatural apocalypse. J… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Night Slashers: Remake.

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  26. 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 90%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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  28. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    67% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Black Jewel is a PC game created in c64 style. Pure pixel art and simple concept (but hard to complete).You are Ryan, a barbarian warrior and you've got to keep back to the realm the Black Jewel, stealed by Darkor.Features:-Play using keyboard or joypad;- CRT effect perfect for a retrogame feeling available;- Five different zones (forest, ruins, castle...) More than 50 screens to complete in old s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Jewel.

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  29. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 133 reviews

    Gryphon Knight Epic is a 2D Medieval Shoot’em up that mixes elements from classical shoot’em ups, exploration and duel-like boss battles, it tells the story of Sir Oliver and Aquila, an accomplished knight and his loyal gryphon that are forced back to adventure once again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gryphon Knight Epic.

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  30. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    85% User Score Based on 122 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

    Select one of the Grim Reaper or girl. Find escaped yokai from limbo, extricate soul that they absorbed. You must reseal them after If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shikhondo: Soul Eater.

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  31. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    57% User Score Based on 74 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 2 reviews

    Avenger Bird is a platform side-scroller game with pixel-art graphics, but your hero isn't just a regular hero. You are playing a bird that can flap it's tiny wings to fly and glide for a limited distances. It's a retro inspired 16-bit era game with innovative and challenging fly/glide mechanic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Avenger Bird.

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  32. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    53% User Score Based on 47 reviews
    Critic Score 61%Based on 1 reviews

    After an affair King Lucas had with the Witch of Sausan, the Queen left him and remarried in an adjacent kingdom, and now his daughters are the only ones left at his side. Due to his love for them, each and every time they get lost in the castle, he moves heaven and earth to get them back and he only resorts to the most intrepid knights in order to find them. Will you be one of those knights? P… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to King Lucas.

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  35. 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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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 907 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    StarBreak is a unique skill-based action platformer MMO where you explore strange sci-fi worlds alongside dozens of other players, kill legions of dangerous aliens and fight epic boss battles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to StarBreak.

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  37. Bitlogic is an action and adventure game elegantly classic but enhanced with new adapted graphics. In the game you take control of Bit, your personal avatar in a virtual cyberpunk world full of dangerous enemies, hidden paths and digital mysteries. Immerse yourself in Bit's universe and dare to uncover the secrets behind the source code. Explore, defend yourself and find the correct way to the h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bitlogic - A Cyberpunk Arcade Adventure.

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  38. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    83% User Score Based on 521 reviews

    Welcome to the Blood Party! Play together with up to 3 people and compete in deadly game shows. Customize your zombie, build your own levels, share them via Steam Workshop and die a lot. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ben and Ed: Blood Party.

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  39. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development
    66% User Score Based on 387 reviews

    Fans of Kung Fu cinema rejoice! Kings of Kung Fu was developed mainly for fans of classic Kung Fu flicks and designed to be playable by gamers from casual to mid-core so that anyone can pick it up and have fun. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kings of Kung Fu.

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  40. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    88% User Score Based on 33 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    More than a platform game, it’s a journey in search of glory. More than a comprehensive editor, it’s the opportunity to create your own adventures. Join Epicus and Chronos on thousands of feats to prove that you can beat the odds and become a Million to One Hero. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Million to One Hero.

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  42. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 1,845 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds! Enjoy fast and frantic arcade-style beat 'em up gameplay with cute characters. Beat up hordes of weird enemies with awesome special attacks. Local co-op and PVP supported for up to 4 players! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phantom Breaker: Battle Grounds.

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  44. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    98% User Score Based on 608 reviews

    This is a demo. The full game is still in development. Please help support the game's development by donating: https://paypal.me/SemagGamesApS Vibrant Venture is a singleplayer 2D adventure... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vibrant Venture.

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    33%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    33% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    This is a little game that is a collection of missions that range from racing down a highway, exploring a cave, or eliminate squadrons of enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spheroid.

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  46. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 4,860 reviews

    Hammerwatch is an hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment! Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch! Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hammerwatch.

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  47. Landing on mysterious planets, you have to quickly identify your location and find the best way to collect lost stars. Show your agility and strategy skills to accomplish your mission. Don’t panic, even when you face the unknown and its unexpected challenges. Then don’t forget to check your route review with players from all over the world and be the one who will save the universe!Key features: Di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to StarPicker.

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  48. Doodle World Deluxe includes the original version of Doodle World and the all-new game, Doodle World Redrawn! Doodle World features an innovative "Kids Mode". With "Kids Mode" younger players can enjoy the game with more lives, less levels, and easier enemies and bosses! Doodle World Redrawn is a new, never before released, re-imagining of Doodle World with tougher levels, enemies, and bosses! U… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Doodle World Deluxe.

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  49. Can you reach level 100? Use your Qwepoi super cannon to paint all the Infantry ships that dare to enter the base without being painted!! How absurd!!! Sacrilege!!! The game gets more difficult as you pass the level. The ships can appear from six different rows, and there are six keys for you to paint them, before they reach the bottom of the screen (Q, W, E, I, O, P - and their respective on … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Qwepoi.

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  50. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    100% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Bzz bzz! Hop in chaotic bomb-fueled battles inspired by arcade action classics we all love! Blaster up to 8 players locally with ant-astics Pome-grenades in this bomb-em-up party game and bee the last bug standing! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing.

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