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Looking for games like River Climbing? Here are top tactical platformer recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Launching Over It, Demon Stick or Greed's Folly.

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  1. Launching Over It is a challenging and emotional journey through levels inspired by the developer’s childhood memories. To reach the end, you’ll need to overcome all kinds of obstacles—by launching a ball. Sounds simple? Think again. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Launching Over It.

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

    After a successful exorcism, the priests trapped your demonic soul inside a stick and cast you back into Hell. You awaken at the very bottom determined to climb your way back to Dad's throne to ask him to turn you back into a demon. This is a rage game. As a stick, you’ll navigate through the twisted layers of Hell, each inspired by the haunting and surreal visions of Hieronymus Bosch. Use si… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demon Stick.

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  3. The Plan is Simple: Get to the Top and Get Out Greed's Folly is a punishing 2D climbing game where precision matters and failure is unforgiving. You are a greedy guy named Grizzle who has stolen an ancient magical recipe for the philosopher's stone so that he can make infinite gold. Now trapped deep underground, you must throw magical teleportation bottles to navigate upward through enchanted obs… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Greed's Folly.

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    50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Many dream of excelling in (e)sports, but the path to success is challenging—it's like climbing a mountain! Countless hours of practice and steady progress are required, one step at a time. Along the way, you’ll encounter setbacks, frustration, and thoughts of, "I’m a total failure," which can feel like falling during the climb.Immerse yourself in this metaphorical journey of reaching your dream g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mindform.

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  5. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    94% User Score Based on 100 reviews

    A physics driven flipping and skiing game inspired by "Getting Over It". Flip yourself up a massive mountain of stuff! Fall down, rage, get up, keep flipping! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to That Flipping Mountain.

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  6. Ascend The Well is a challenging platformer where you need to use your grappling hook to make your way up a well. Making your way up can be quite tricky, which is why you need to make sure your grappling hook shots are precise. NO CHECKPOINTS Try to not fall down, as you might fall a long way down. Depending on where you fall, you might perhaps get lucky and only fall down a little. Or you are … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ascend The Well.

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  7. Step into the shoes of the new heroine and pursue the treasures in this exceptionally demanding adventure. Explore lands where only the most resilient players will reach the summit. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goat's Tale Adventure.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 1,055 reviews

    Climb the tower BETON BRUTAL is a first person parkour game which tries to replicate and build upon the parkour mechanics seen in Minecraft. Your goal is to climb a massive overgrown concrete tower which offers multiple stages of increasing difficulty. Watch your step Beware, a single misstep might cost you a lot of progress as there are no checkpoints whatsoever. The course is however riddled … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BETON BRUTAL.

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  9. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    73% User Score Based on 15 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    “Deneb: Across the Stars” is a mouse only, top-down, hardcore-platformer. Astronaut Vega crosses the stars to find her lost colleague Altair and save the dogs. Move carefully. A single mistake can lead to an endless fall. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deneb: Across the Stars.

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  10. Every jump is a test of skill, and every landing must be perfect. The path ahead is unforgiving, with slippery edges, tight landings, and heart-pounding leaps between platforms. Misstep? You fall. Hard. But those who endure will find victory, glory, and the ultimate test of mastery. Will you bounce your way to triumph, or will the pogo break your spirit? GET READY!This journey will test your pa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hardest Game About Jumping.

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  11. A brutal bouncing challenge. No shortcuts, no mercy—just you vs. gravity. How far will you climb before it all comes crashing down? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE DARUMA CHALLENGE.

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  12. ADD TO WISHLIST ⛳Why is it worth it?  Grab the game at a lower price during launch promotions!  Be the first to know about the game's release!️  Help me reach a wider gaming community.  Stay up to date with every update!⛳ Add the game to your wishlist and get ready for an adventure that’s about to begin! ️‍♂️✨ About the Game Really Simple Golf is a climbing platformer golf, that bl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Really Simple Golf.

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  13. A game for those who crave the struggle. You are a man in a glass boat, paddling against the current. The river climbs endlessly up the mountain, winding through perilous waters filled with obstacles designed to test your patience, precision, and sanity. Every stroke propels you forward, but one wrong move—one single touch against the jagged world around you—and your fragile boat shatters, sendin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Upstream.

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  14. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    How To Play- move with left and right arrows- jump with spacebar- you can touch green sufraces (grass)- hitting an obstacle disables controls until you hit the ground again- get to the top to finish the prototype About Bravest ChickenBravest Chicken is an upcoming precision platformer about a chicken trying to get to the top of the tower. Jump your way through various obstacles and don't hit anyt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bravest Chicken.

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  15. Step into the wild descent of Only Down: Not Up! As a crane operator who just finished his shift, you suddenly find yourself stranded at the top of a massive crane tower. There’s no way back up your only choice is to jump down. Every platform, every step, every leap could be fatal… and a single mistake sends you right back to the very top.To reach the ground, get home, and end this ordeal, you’ll … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Only Down: Not Up!.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    100% User Score Based on 27 reviews

                                  Tilt and jump your way out of the depths of a grand city.                                      Ascend to the stars and meet the great spiral!                                         Our game is based on these principles:                  The new innovative potted plant controls really make you feel like a plant.                                      Tacticall… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Get Tilted! :).

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    82% User Score Based on 88 reviews

    Take control of a mighty ball and fling with great precision towards the top of the Tower. Jump through aesthetically pleasing environments filled with intriguing creatures and encounters. Falling is part of the journey, so just keep going. Can you reach the end? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mighty Fling.

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    80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    80% User Score Based on 199 reviews

    Bouncy Goat Climb is a highly punishing 3D precision platformer about a goat bouncing up a beautiful mountain to save its scared baby goat. Can you handle the challenge and endure all obstacles that you will face on your way up the mountain? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bouncy Goat Climb.

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    At first, even paddling might feel difficult. That's okay. everyone starts out that way. Ride a kayak with your guide cat and travel across the world, collecting hidden items along the way. By the end of your journey, you'll have become the true King of Kayaking. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KAYAKING.

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    40%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    75% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Take on a challenge that tests your patience and perseverance as you climb to the top of the tower, uncovering its secrets. Use your ladder to overcome obstacles that will come on your way. Visit various locations on your way to the top. Crystal caves, volcanoes, and icy crevices are just a few of the places you'll traverse to reach the tower. The game includes 12 sub-levels on the normal diff… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ladder it Up!.

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  22. 59%Game Brain Score
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Welcome to the enchanting world of "Catch Up"! Get ready to embark on an exciting precision platforming adventure like you've never seen before! Join an epic journey with a brave cat where skill and precision will be your best allies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Catch Up.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    79% User Score Based on 8,054 reviews

    Getting Over It is a challenging casual arcade climbing game that puts your patience—and skill—to the ultimate test. Armed with only a hammer, you’ll tackle a steep, obstacle-laden mountain, relying on precise physics to swing, push, and propel yourself upward. Every inch you gain will make you sweat but will be well worth it, and one small mistake can send you tumbling back to the start. How to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Getting Over It.

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  24. Climbing is hard. You’ll fall. You’ll swear. You’ll ask yourself why you even started. But that’s the point. The climb isn’t about winning, it’s about enduring. Every grip, every slip, every humiliating tumble back to the base is a test of your patience, precision, and persistence. There’s no shortcut, no mercy, no hidden trick. Only you, two hands, and the cold face of an uncaring mountain. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Climbing Is Hard.

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  25. In Mission Whilkas, you take control of a brave cat equipped with a jetpack, on a mission to retrieve the legendary Whilkas cat food recipe. The game consists of a single, but challenging level that will test your platforming skills! Use agility and clever thinking to reach your goal and complete the mission. ⚠️ Note: The game is short and can be completed in under two hours. If you finish the m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mission Whilkas.

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  26. Welcome to a game that won’t go easy on you. You’re a bald guy with a pogo stick and a set of questionable life choices. Armed with stubbornness and optimism that fades faster than your progress. This is a climb where every mistake is a ticket back down. And if you fall — don’t worry, the mountain isn’t going anywhere. It patiently waits to greet you at the bottom again. Control • Fully mouse… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pogo Stick: Ultimate Challenge.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    94% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    MONUMENTUM is a metroidvania-rage-puzzle-platformer-pinball-like where you control both the environment and the player character. Overcome platforming challenges, climb upwards, and activate new mechanisms of movement to reach the top! FEATURES 1-2 hours of playtime 100+ platforming challenges 5 mechanism abilities to discover and activate Activate and utilize long dorman… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MONUMENTUM.

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  28. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 351 reviews

    Cascade into insanity in this brutally challenging journey into the sky. Armed with nothing but a fragile shell and a slimy yolk, can you take a lone egg to new heights? IT'S NO YOLK You’re an egg – and you’ll feel every wobble, roll, and crack. Master the art of egg physics as you navigate challenging climbing environments with a twist. Synchronize your jump with your roll-cycle, and when you’re … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Egging On.

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  29. 100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 55 reviews

    Ascending Inferno: The rage game from hell. "Surely it can't be that hard, right?" WRONG This 2.5D rage inducing Precision Platformer takes place in a modernized, voxel and pixel art version of Dante's inferno. In it, you follow the journey of Dani, and the soul of her deceased brother, Vincent. They must navigate through Dante's nine layers of Inferno, with the ultimate goal of ASCENDING INFERNO.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ascending Inferno.

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  30. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    75% User Score Based on 242 reviews

    "The struggle itself toward the heights is enough to fill a man's heart. One must imagine Sisyphus happy. - Albert Camus" Become Sisyphus and try to roll the boulder up the mountain. Numerous obstacles will hinder your progress. You can move using the arrow keys and adjust the direction in which you push the boulder with the left and right mouse buttons.Features: Of course, the boulde… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Game of Sisyphus.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    85% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    Cantaloper is a very difficult platformer in which you use your legs to charge jumps and climb out of a deep pit. You'll play as a beautiful cantaloupe with human legs that must ascend out from the underground depths he finds himself in. There are no checkpoints; every fall will set you back based solely on how far you fall. Can you make it up two long levels? Will you elope? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cantaloper.

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  33. Bouncing Over It is a precision platformer that puts you in control of the legendary Monkey King's staff as you navigate through a series of increasingly challenging obstacles to reach the summit of a single, daunting level. Design Philosophy Inspired by the genre’s ability to provoke a unique mix of frustration and satisfaction, we delved into precision platformers to design a game that’s both e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bouncing Over It.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, emotional
    94% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    One morning, Jack was torn from his ordinary life and trapped in a strange world.Armed with nothing but an old pogo stick, he began his ascent through the mysterious dimension's unknown heights. In this realm where gravity behaves oddly and the ground is unreliable, Jack's only goal is to climb higher. But no one knows what awaits at the top—a way out or an even greater mystery? The only thing he’… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jumping Jack.

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  35. Apex Ascent is a thrilling vertical platformer that challenges your reflexes, timing, and precision. Climb towering walls filled with deadly hazards as you race toward the summit. But be warned—every step upward brings new dangers. Navigate a series of intense obstacle courses where the walls themselves are out to get you. Dodge powerful boxing gloves that launch without warning, leap over rotati… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Apex Ascent.

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  36. Reach the mountain’s peak, the ultimate test of skill and determination. Every path, fall, and choice pushes you closer to the summit. A clear objective that demands focus, precision, and perseverance. Uncover forgotten stories and lost lives hidden within the mountain’s depths. Exploration is richly rewarded with ancient relics, hidden paths, and secrets of the past. But the path is merciles… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Road To School.

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  37. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, character development
    100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Featuring a movement system that's as unforgiving as it is addictive, your gaming skills will be put to the ultimate test! Dive into the absurd world of Jeff, a turtle with human legs on a mission to find his father. Difficult Movement: Speed is the key to success here, the faster you move the further you jump. Time your jump with your speed to land where you need to go, or don't, whatever wor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I HATE MY LEGS.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    100% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    GooGooRisea 2D pixel art game that challenges your skills and reflexes. In this world, you control a tenacious slime that climbs and navigates through perilous levels by shooting out its tentacles. Only the most determined players will reach the top and claim victory! Features: Control your slime to shoot tentacles, sticking to walls, ceilings, or any climbable surface. Utilize the physics engine … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GooGooRise.

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  39. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    82% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    Out of the Mist is a 3D-Platformer where you take control of the environment in order to move the character through a long-dead world. Explore and uncover the mysteries of its downfall, visiting diverse worlds and fallen civilizations. Follow our page here to keep up with new devlogs about the game! Follow our twitter page for more in-game screenshots and videos!  -->https://twitter.com/ootmthega… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out of the Mist.

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  40. Introducing Ball Pain: A Bouncing Adventure Unlike Any Other! Embark on an exhilarating journey where your skill and a dash of luck will propel you to the pinnacle of each tricky environment. Prepare to conquer obstacles, avoid disasters, and unravel the mystery that lies at the top. Are you ready for the challenge? . Bounce your way to new heights: Engage in a thrilling adventure as you navigat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ball Pain.

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  41. BallBound Battle is a challenging retro-style platformer where you control a beetle riding on top of a ball. Roll, balance, and overcome dangerous obstacles to reach the end of each level. Designed for players who love difficult gameplay, classic platformers, and the nostalgic feel of old-school games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BallBound Beetle.

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  42. Grab. Aim. Fling. A Ragdoll Rage Game is a brutally unforgiving physics-based climbing game that punishes you for every mistake you make. You control a floppy ragdoll by grabbing onto objects one limb at a time, aiming carefully, and flinging yourself upward. Not knowing what the world has to offer, your goal is to explore and make your way to the top. EVERY MOVE MATTERSWhat begins as a simpl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Ragdoll Rage Game.

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  43. "Down the Dungeon" is an unforgiving precision platformer that starts you from the top of the dungeon. Without checkpoints, navigate your way around dangerous traps, and rotting enemies - jumping and crawling through forgotten corridors. Collect 9 pieces of gear that provide powerful passives. Multiple main routes down to the bottom with branching hidden pathways. 3 consumabl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Down the Dungeon.

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  44. Manga Ninja A platformer without a jump button. In Manga Ninja, you cannot jump. Instead, you throw a shuriken into the air, create a grappling point, and pull yourself toward it. Every movement is deliberate. Every mistake is visible. Every success feels earned. Core Gameplay No jump key — only shuriken grappling Precise mid-air movement Skill-based platforming Easy t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MangaNinja.

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  45. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    84% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Fallen: Into the Darkness is just another platform game, one where rage quitting and the temptation to uninstall are all too familiar. It’s free, but are you patient enough to beat it at least once? As you descend deeper, the game becomes more challenging, and every second counts. Keep your light alive, adapt quickly, and try to reach the end. Key Features: Procedural Generation: Each level resha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fallen: Into the Darkness.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Have you ever wondered what it would be like to become a little cat chasing a ball of yarn in a dream?Now you can experience it for yourself. In this maddening journey, you control a determined little cat, pushing the yarn all the way up toward the clouds. Sounds simple, right? Wrong. Every step is a struggle, every collision matters, and even the smallest mistake will send the yarn rolling back … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat's Rage.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    96% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Kick, climb, fall, rage… Rise to the top and take on Satan, or fall like the rest. Beware, there’s no mercy in Hell. Parkour Your Way To The TopKick brains, wolves, skeletons, ... Kick EVERYTHING! Kick'n Hell is a wild, unforgiving 3D precision platformer where your only weapon is your mighty foot. Kick brains as you parkour your way through the depths of Hell on a mission to defeat Satan. Every k… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kick'n Hell.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    88% User Score Based on 105 reviews

    Unrooted is an homage to games like Jump King and Foddian style platformers. It will make you slam your desk with rage or leap for joy as you make that one jump you've been missing for hours. Travel upwards, discovering new hand painted environments, mocking NPCs, and musical landscapes that will encourage you to adventure farther than you had before. - A game made for masochists, by masochistsFe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unrooted.

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  49. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 4,750 reviews

    Use only your mouse (or gamepad) to control your climber's hands to pull yourself up an enormous, treacherous mountain full of challenges and surprises. Watch out for slippery surfaces as you make your way towards the peak. Eternal glory and a wonderful gift awaits all climbers who manage to reach the top! Enjoy: Punishing but not impossible gameplay. Practice makes perfect. No filler, every obsta… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Difficult Game About Climbing.

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  50. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    57% User Score Based on 289 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 5 reviews

    Sprint between saw blades while dodging homing missiles. Duck under lasers while the floor crumbles beneath you. Almost There was designed specifically for fans of the hardcore platforming genre - you've been warned If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Almost There: The Platformer.

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