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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 Greed's Folly, Getting Over It or Pogo Stick: Ultimate Challenge.

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  1. 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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    80%Game Brain Score
    80% User Score Based on 9,547 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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  3. 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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  4. In a world where everything feels uncertain, and the weight of every decision is immense, Path of the Ascendant invites you to step into the shoes of a young dreamer fighting to break free from the grind of poverty. Your goal isn’t just to reach the top—it’s to rise through the chaos and learn about yourself with each step you take. In this game, every jump, every decision, and every fall matters.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Come Up with Hyper.

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  5. When games were about skill — not shortcuts. Remember when games didn’t hook you with story, but with challenge? Game Over Please was born from that spirit. No long tutorials. No checkpoints. No mercy. Just you, the mouse, and 95 levels that demand precision and patience in true arcade fashion. Every mistake is quick. Every success feels earned. That’s what makes it impossible to stop. The g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Game Over Please.

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  6. It's a game mixed with action, puzzling and collecting. You can use various tools to break barriers,  find your way through maze-like levels by solving puzzles and operating mechanics to find treasures.  There are puzzling elements everywhere in the game. So it's not just a brainless digging game. you need to make good use of memory and logic thought to find solutions. Different parts of the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miner Open Chests.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    94% User Score Based on 200 reviews

    DARK RAMPAGE is an action game where you play as a hero who finds himself in a dark and dangerous world after he falls into a dark well. You have to explore various locations, fight monsters and solve puzzles to find a way out of this gloomy world. You will gain unique abilities and be able to use them in battles with enemies. Each level will be a test for you, where you will have to show all… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DARK RAMPAGE.

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  8. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 837 reviews

    Turn Earth into a Spaceship to escape the unstable dying sun. If you like my small projects I have a fully release game on Steam (with free demo): https://store.steampowered.com/widget/1061180/ Please prefer playing the downloadable version rather than the WebGl one. The horizontal compass is not working in WebGl, although you can still play without full 3D compass. Controls: W/S or Z/S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Earth.

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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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  11. 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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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    97% User Score Based on 234 reviews

    Travel around The Great Gales to climb challenging peaks in this physics-based climbing adventure set in 1887. Meet like-minded mountaineers, unlock helpful climbing gear, and become a pioneer of mountaineering. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Peaks of Yore.

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  13. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    78% User Score Based on 1,370 reviews
    Critic Score 47%Based on 10 reviews

    A first person grappling hook exploration game. Soar through the ruins of a fallen civilisation and discover the secrets of the ancient world. Windlands has been developed primarily for Virtual Reality headsets, but is also a great experience for those without headsets. It appeals to those who want to explore the breathtaking vistas at a relaxing pace, while the challenging routes attract gamers w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Windlands.

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  14. ✨ Can You Complete the Circle? ✨Welcome to [Circle Quest], the Ultimate addictive and visually satisfying puzzle game! Immerse yourself in a minimalist world where your goal is simple yet profoundly challenging: Guide your character around the loop and complete the circle to advance.With each level, the tension builds. Your focus is your greatest weapon. One wrong move, and you'll have to start yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Circle Quest: Pofo Game.

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  15. STORY: New Super clown adventure third person platformer with super mario style. This game hasnt any enemies. Player need avoid traps and moving objects and make precision jumps in different themed levels. There are several different style rotating object and falling objects and player need to be careful and jump correct time. Falling from map kill player and plaeyer clown need start level from s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Clown Obstacles.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Stick It! is an exhilarating physics-based adventure where precision and momentum define your path to victory. Take control of a stick figure and navigate a series of treacherous landscapes using a unique movement system built around angular momentum. Rotate, swing, and launch yourself through four distinct areas packed with a variety of platforms, each offering different properties—from bouncy su… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stick It!.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    OROBOROS is an arcade-action game where, as you fight to complete your cycle, enemies and adventure are dragged onto you; packed with explosions, bursting with excitement, and loaded with challenge. Eating your own tail has never been this hard. "The loop has been broken. Life as we know it is no more. Darkness veiled everything. Oroboros, noble guards of the loop, scattered th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OROBOROS.

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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

    Join our community About the Game Kick 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 kick sends you flying, every mistake can cost you dearly. You'll need precision, skill, and a whole lot of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kick'n Hell.

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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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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Keep Up Embark on a journey through a world of minimalistic beauty that will test the limits of your perseverance. Keep up is a low-poly platformer that blends difficulty with serenity where every jump is a step towards mastery. Will you be the first to reach the top of the Keep ?Key Features Stunning Low-Poly World: Immerse yourself in a visually enchanting universe, explore vibrant landscapes … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Keep Up.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    99% User Score Based on 122 reviews

    Brave Escape Demo Grab a friend to enjoy this demo of Brave Escape. Experience all 30 levels of the first world for free. The demo showcases the core co-op mechanics, giving you a preview of the full adventure. Brave Escape is a challenging 2-player co-op platformer where teamwork is essential to navigate through hazard-filled levels. Play as Colin and his robot companion, Floyd, on a bold quest… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brave Escape.

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  22. Play as the young adventurer Vera Jones and uncover the mysteries of an ancient civilization whose legacy threatens the entire human race. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Climber Girl.

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  23. Red Hero Adventure is an adventure about a red ball in the arcade genre. Go through exciting puzzle levels, playing as the most bouncy hero! Beware of spikes, bottomless abysses and even enemies. You will have to climb narrow ledges with high accuracy, jump over littered islands and dodge sharp spikes. Features: - Colorful locations. - Nice graphics. - Realistic physics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Hero Adventure.

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  24. Glam has the most unique ability in the video game history She can grab branches and swing by using her hair. Controls are simple: three buttons and a Stick. Master your, swinging and jumping skills on the epic obstacles courses where each death is a lesson. In this game you play as Glam, her goal is to rescue her mother from the realm of Caterina. She is being held captive by the evil witch to pr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glam's Incredible Run: Escape from Dukha.

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  25. Survive the wild, master the elements, solve puzzles, scale cliffs, swing ropes, leap ledges, outsmart animals, and find your way home. Wild Horizon: Edge of Survival is an adventure game set amidst the perilous wilderness. As the lone survivor of a devastating plane crash, you must navigate a rugged, rocky landscape, outwit fierce predators, and solve challenging puzzles to survive. With only … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wild Horizon: Edge of Survival.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    PeakPals is a vertical climbing game where your goal is simple: reach the airship waiting at the very top. But with 2500 meters of platforms, one mistake can send you all the way back down. Key Features A massive 2500-meter level – every meter counts Different platform types – including sound-cued falling platforms that keep you on edge Achievements – progress milestones across Easy, Medium … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PeakPals.

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  27. Storyline The player awakens at the lowest depths of a massive chasm (entitled: "HANDMAN'S CHASM") as a single oversized eyeball with grotesquely large hands as its only limbs. Disoriented and trapped far underground, the only goal is to climb upward toward the distant light. The ascent is dangerous. The player must punch through rock, cling to ledges, and even launch their eyeball body like… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HANDMAN.

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  28. 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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  29. Embark on an exhilarating adventure with Pudding the Frog in this challenging physics-based precision platformer! In Pudding Frog, you'll need to master the art of jumping and grappling as you help Pudding reclaim her stolen pudding from the mischievous Harry the Heron. Navigate through multiple unique biomes with obstacles and hazards, testing your skills and reflexes at every turn. Can you guid… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pudding Frog.

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  30. 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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  31. 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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    58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    88% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Awakened by Death itself, you must ascend through a world shattered into floating islands and fragmented landscapes in Climb Quest. Though you weren't the first choice, you are now the realm's last hope. Your mission is to destroy the Crystal of Chaos—the destructive source tearing the realm apart—and restore peace to the fractured world. Key Features Climb Anything: Navigate a world where every … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Climb Quest.

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  33. 10%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    10% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Emma is a 2D puzzle platformer that revolves around a potent central mechanic: all the platforms and walls start disappearing when the player touches them. This creates a series of challenges around this idea. Also, the player only needs to focus on jumping and reacting to its environment as he runs automatically. The game is all about overcoming one-screen puzzles with skill and ingenuity. Emma a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emma Lost in Memories.

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    58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    93% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Jump and shoot your way through challenging levels, battle formidable bosses, and unlock all the UwUs to win the heart of your Catgirl. Explore the Gallery to enjoy all the UwUs you've collected. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UwU Hunter.

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  35. Introducing "Poly Parkour" – the ultimate test of your skills in the thrilling world of Jump'n Run gaming! Get ready to embark on an adrenaline-pumping adventure filled with heart-stopping challenges and fast-paced action. Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a newcomer to the genre, this game is sure to captivate you with its intense gameplay. In "Poly Parkour," you'll have… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Poly Parkour.

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  36. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, atmosphere
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Demo AvailableThe Valley Beyond demo takes place in a small part of the map: West Beach and Black Island. Eight artworks to collect. Enjoy! About the GameExplore at Your Own Pace: Discover a peaceful and gorgeous world, free from any pressure. There are no enemies or time limits. A True Explorer: No interface or quest markers here to show you the way. Your curiosity will be your only gu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Valley Beyond.

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  37. Time is on your hands! Player something beyond this universe, control timeline as a grid game, in this Zen-filled cosmic-style background, the only goal is pushing the ball to its own destination. It’s Easier Begun Than Master The only goal is to push the ball to its destination.The ball has its own "timeline", the timeline contains "up", "down", "left", "Right" and "Stop", the player can arrang… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Line Time.

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  38. BLOCKBUSTIN’ MAKES YOU FEEL GOOD! Embark on an epic adventure to save the kingdom of Blockbusteria from the clutches of the wicked Dark Masters! Solve puzzles, outsmart enemies and gather gems to complete 56 stages that test your wits and reflexes. 1 tutorial stage, 41 regular stages, 3 boss stages (each one featuring a unique enemy type), 10 bonus stages and 1 final stage: the ultimate challen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Blockbuster.

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  39. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    "Brave your climb. Face your punishment. You were banished here for a reason, Ocnus. Perhaps your answers await you at the peak."-- Adapt to Your Surroundings --Ocnus Theory is a challenging 3D platformer that will test your creativity, reflexes, and ability to rise from a painful fall. Navigate the sandbox environment and build yourself into the Ocnus you need to be. Pick up blocks, fru… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ocnus Theory.

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  40. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, music
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Embark on a thrilling and perilous adventure in "Try to Escape!" where you find yourself in a precarious situation, bound by a string like a spider's web. Your ultimate objective? Safely navigate through a barrage of sharp objects, stones, and various obstacles to reach the coveted finish line. This physics-based game demands precision and calculated movements as you carefully strat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Try to Escape!.

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  41. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 24,724 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 1 reviews

    Super Meat Boy is a tough as nails platformer where you play as a boy without skin who needs to save his girlfriend made of bandages from an evil fetus in a jar wearing a top hat and a monocle. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Meat Boy.

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  42. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    63% User Score Based on 792 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 5 reviews

    The Swindle is a steampunk cybercrime caper about breaking into buildings, hacking their systems, stealing all their cash, and quickly running away again before the police show up. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Swindle.

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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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  44. View Game
    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    94% User Score Based on 200 reviews

    Nimbus is a unique combination of racing & puzzling. The player controls a craft with no means of directly propelling itself and needs to use whatever is scattered around the levels to acquire thrust and reach the goal. Traverse a world map with several distinct islands in order to recover your lost love. Light on story, but heavy on gameplay Nimbus offers several hours of increasingly harder chal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nimbus.

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  45. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 36 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 6 reviews

    [Media 4326253] Gear up for grappling action with Get-A-Grip Chip Help Chip save the lost Battery Bots on a perilous journey through the treacherous depths of a robot assembly factory. The... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Get-A-Grip Chip.

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  46. View Game
    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    90% User Score Based on 505 reviews

    Crumble is a dynamic physics platformer with a grappling tongue mechanic. Move like a Slime, jump like a ball, swing like Spiderman! Join the chaos of unstable platforms and unexpected destructions and try to progress in exciting levels falling around you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crumble.

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    30%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    50% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    BioMech is a classic Metroid-like with carefully structured gameplay. No rogue elements, no random content, everything is handcrafted and deliberately designed. Backtracking is not a dirty word. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BioMech.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    An extremely challenging 3D platformer. After crash landing, you must find your way home through an obscenely dangerous asteroid belt. This world is filled with massive jump challenges, all to be completed on just one life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to At Light Speed.

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  49. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    A precision platformer with air-tight controls, inspired by the thrill of movement and momentum in free running. Sprint, slide, roll, rebound, grab onto ledges, and run across walls to complete hundreds of hand-crafted courses as quickly as possible (and find hidden collectibles along the way). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Parkour Legends.

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  50. The highly anticipated sequel to one of 2022’s most acclaimed RPGs, Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector takes players to the Starward Belt, a richly realised, ramshackle set of habitats in an asteroid belt full of secrets, stories, and characters trying to make ends meet. You are a sleeper, an emulation of a human mind housed in an artificial body. You are on the run from the corporation that ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector.

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