Games like Save Me Mr Tako: Definitive Edition

Dive into a great adventure in the classic handheld era! In a world where humans and octopuses are at war, Tako is a pacifist little octopus who rescues a woman from drowning one stormy night. A fairy sees this act of bravery and grants him the ability to survive on land. As he travels across the world, Tako defies his family and his people to try to resolve conflicts between humans and octopuses…

54%Game Brain Score

story, music

graphics, gameplay

53% User Score Based on 30 reviews

Critic Score 69%Based on 8 reviews

A Blast From the Portable-Gaming Past! Mr Tako will solve puzzles, explore mysterious dungeons and fight tenacious bosses on his mission to end the war between the octopus kingdom and the human world. Will you help this brave octopus to spread his message of tolerance and unity?

84%Game Brain Score

graphics, gameplay

grinding, stability

84% User Score Based on 121 reviews

 ▼Summary Set in a hand-drawn world, this 2.5D action RPG blends metroidvania exploration, RPG elements, and a sprawling overworld map. With dungeon hubs, narrative depth, and level-up mechanics, it offers freedom and classic adventure in a richly crafted fantasy setting.  ▼Story The land of Speria is shrouded in darkness, with monsters ravaging villages. Survivors gather at Crescent Isle’s…

91%Game Brain Score

gameplay, story

grinding, replayability

91% User Score Based on 230 reviews

Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!

79%Game Brain Score

gameplay, story

grinding, optimization

82% User Score Based on 182 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

Guide the princess of the tiny nation of Easania, along with her unusual but reliable companions, and explore a vibrant world of humans, beasts, and dragons, while escaping the clutches of a mysterious cult in hot pursuit.

93%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

character development, grinding

96% User Score Based on 297 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 3 reviews

Curse Crackers is a fast-paced acrobatic platformer where you bounce, vault, and fight your way through a whimsical world with the help of your loyal companion. Eat snacks, collect items, and travel the world to stop Bonnie and her band of troublemakers!

90%Game Brain Score

story, music

stability, grinding

96% User Score Based on 1,974 reviews

Critic Score 84%Based on 10 reviews

The sequel to the 16-bit platformer by GalaxyTrail. Lilac, Carol, and Milla must stop the water dragon Merga from resurrecting the ancient super-weapon Bakunawa. It is the second entry in the Freedom Planet franchise.

86%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

grinding, graphics

86% User Score Based on 58 reviews

Nadia was Here is an RPG that runs in the vein of the classic 8 and 16 bit eras, inspired by gems like Golden Sun, Final Fantasy and many others. However, by changing some fundamental aspects, Nadia was Here combines old school experiences with modern day indie game mechanics.

80%Game Brain Score

story, music

optimization, grinding

82% User Score Based on 199 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

Treasure Adventure World is a metroidvania platform game set in a fantasy world of islands, magic, pirates and secrets.

91%Game Brain Score

story, gameplay

grinding, stability

98% User Score Based on 7,640 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 13 reviews

Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling is an adventure RPG following three heroes, Vi, Kabbu, and Leif, as they embark on an epic quest in Bugaria in search of treasure and immortality. The game combines flat objects with 3D physics as the player jumps and utilizes the heroes’ unique abilities to solve puzzles and stun enemies while exploring a variety of unique, colorful areas. Battles are turn-base…