Games like Knack
Looking for games like Knack? Here are top platformer recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Unruly Heroes, Spyro Reignited Trilogy or Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy.
1 View Game77%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsreplayability, grinding73% User Score 308 reviewsCritic Score 83%22 reviewsUnruly Heroes is a charming side-scrolling action-adventure game inspired by the classic Chinese novel "Journey to the West." Play as a team of four anti-heroes, each with unique abilities, battling enemies, solving puzzles, and navigating challenging levels in a beautifully hand-drawn world. Embark on an epic journey to restore balance in the world and uncover the truth behind a demonicancient force.
View Game2 View Game92%Game Brain Scoregraphics, gameplaystability, grinding93% User Score 15,294 reviewsCritic Score 90%1 reviewsSpyro™ Reignited Trilogy is a collection of the first three Spyro games, fully remastered in high definition. Players control the dragon Spyro, using his fire breath and other abilities to explore realms, save dragged-related worlds, and defeat enemies. The games feature the same humor and characters as the originals, with updated graphics and controls for modern consoles.
View Game3 View Game85%Game Brain Scoregraphics, gameplaystability, grinding90% User Score 9,804 reviewsCritic Score 77%48 reviewsCrash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy is a remastered collection of the first three games in the classic Crash Bandicoot series. Players control the crate-breaking bandicoot, Crash, as he battles against the evil Dr. Neo Cortex across various levels filled with obstacles, enemies, and wumpa fruit. With updated graphics and controls, this trilogy brings the original Crash Bandicoot games to a new generation of gamers.
View Game4 View Game86%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstability, grinding93% User Score 1,212 reviewsCritic Score 55%1 reviewsKao the Kangaroo: Round 2 is a 3D platformer game where players control Kao, a young kangaroo on a mission to find his missing sister and defeat the evil hunter. The game features various environments, from dense jungles to snowy mountains, with numerous enemies and bosses to fight. Players can collect power-ups and weapons, such as boxing gloves and boomerangs, to help them along the way.
View Game5 View Game84%Game Brain Scoremusic, graphicsoptimization, stability85% User Score 1,132 reviewsCritic Score 84%43 reviews"Sackboy: A Big Adventure" is a platformer game with stunning graphics and a good soundtrack. Go on a single-player adventure or team up with friends to save Craftworld from the villainous Vex. Explore diverse hand-crafted lands, utilize Sackboy's unique moves and ges, and overcome challenges in this thrilling 3D adventure.
View Game6 View Game72%Game Brain Scorehumor, gameplayoptimization, stability73% User Score 150 reviewsCritic Score 72%12 reviewsEmbark on a dead funny adventure with the Zombie Vikings. A putrid posse sent on a mission through the most epic of worlds to retrieve Odin’s lost eye. Play as the most fearsome Vikings ever raised from Norse soil: Gunborg, Seagurd, Hedgy and Caw-kaa. Hack through the gingerbread swamps of Molgaga! Cruise through the intestines of the Midgaard Serpent! Fight giant poultry!
View Game7 View Game89%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayreplayability93% User Score 100 reviewsCritic Score 83%5 reviewsGravity Rush is a single-player open world comedy game with phenomenal game mechanics and fabulous graphics. As Kat, you'll explore a mysterious world, manipulate gravity to your advantage, and uncover the secrets of your past in this interesting plot-driven game, all with a touch of humor. The PlayStation Vita's tilt controls add a unique twist to the combat and exploration.
View Game8 View Game97%Game Brain Scoregraphics, gameplaystability, grinding98% User Score 2,411 reviewsCritic Score 90%1 reviewsTy the Tasmanian Tiger is a remastered 3D platformer that takes you on an Australian Outback adventure to save Ty's family from the Dreaming. With 17 levels and 13 types of boomerangs, help Ty stop the evil boss Cass and rescue mammals from unexpected threats. A fun, family-friendly game with unique Australiana-themed characters and humor.
View Game9 View Game90%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplaystability, grinding90% User Score 9,664 reviewsCritic Score 89%64 reviewsRatchet & Clank: Rift Apart for PS5 and blast your way through an interdimensional adventure.
View Game10 View Game68%Game Brain Scorestory, gameplayoptimization, stability72% User Score 1,160 reviewsCritic Score 64%46 reviews"Somerville is a single-player, sci-fi platformer game with a compelling story, sensational graphics, and good music. The game takes place during an alien invasion, where you play as a father searching for your missing family. Explore the aftermath of the invasion, solve puzzles, and make decisions that determine one of multiple endings."
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