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I interpreted this jam's theme slightly more broadly, because i knew *everyone* would be making a game with time rewinding or like, set in different eras or something. I thought that more simple time manipulation would be a bit novel while still fitting the theme. YOMI hustle was a huge inspo for me. Time is a crucial element in 1%. Every action you take weighs time against your ever-draining p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1%.

Play the demo for free now! (Demo build from September 2025) In the year 1925 - a lone sourceress named Crystal Piquet is called to a mysterious abandoned "magical" mansion. Most never dared to step foot near it since it appeared about a year ago, and those who did never came back... However, Crystal is determined to improve her magical abilities and begins her journey to the cursed mansio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wraith of the Cards.

Pippin, Jayden and Hazel need your help! The holidays are fast approaching and the three are employing you to make their homes appropriately festive on a budget! Controls Talk to your animal customers, open the clipboard and get to decorating by dragging and dropping various decorations onto their houses. Once you're done, just click on the animal to cofirm with them.  Be careful, each animal lik… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Decoraccoon.

Imperium is a 2D Lo-fi, Sci-fi Puzzle Adventure game set in a dystopian future where you take on the role of BS-23, a former scientist of the condemned scientific organisation known as The Betterment. Imprisoned due to their involvement with the original Betterment, BS-23 is sent out onto dangerous missions alone and unarmed with the objective to obtain vital data at the behest of the Galactic Cou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperium.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

95% User Score Based on 532 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 3 reviews

Help Frank, a burnt out indie game developer, rediscover his love for video games while struggling to release his debut title. Reprogram objects, fix bugs and solve coding puzzles as you journey through the story of One Dreamer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Dreamer.

A very quick puzzle platformer game with presentation-themed levels: "Slides Girl: Illusions". If played directly on this web page, press the bottom-right full-screen button to avoid seeing background assets the player isn't meant to see. Best works on a 16:9 display. Will not work on mobile. Made during my university course's 3-day hackathon in a 5-student team, where the only rule was to follow… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slides Girl: Illusions.

Eel! — Welcome to the World of StickersEel On Mask is a 2D puzzle-platformer game where you play as the main character, Eel, who possesses the mysterious power of the “Clipping Mask.” Use this ability to freely alter the materials of stickers, solve puzzles across different worlds, and uncover the ultimate truth! This game combines puzzle-solving, 2D platforming, parkour, and of course — lots and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eel On Mask.

Eel! — Welcome to the World of Stickers Eel On Mask is a 2D puzzle-platformer game where you play as the main character, Eel, who possesses the mysterious power of the “Clipping Mask.” Use this ability to freely alter the materials of stickers, solve puzzles across different worlds, and uncover the ultimate truth! This game combines puzzle-solving, 2D platforming, parkour, and of course — lots… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eel On Mask.

Once Upon A Time...This was once a beautiful pixel painting application. But that was before the A.I. update corrupted everything. Now the system has become unstable, overrun with A.I. agents. A land where almost all art and hope had been lost... But from the darkness, a hero emerges. You are the Dark Pixel, an artist that has been forced to put down his brush and become a warrior. Will you be ab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Pixel.

In Twisted Attraction, you play as an escape room technician trapped inside a surreal horror-themed escape room. This staged carnival play, has transformed into a haunted playground filled with living clown props, haunted marionettes and sinister puzzles that test your courage to your bones! Key Features: Challenge you mind by entering uniquely designed rooms, each featuring their own intricate … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twisted Attraction.

Harrow Night Game in development for HG-GJ: The HealthyGamer Game Jam (September 2025)Meant to be played in full screen. You can adjust the volume in settings as well as in the pause menu later on in the game. If in full screen, press escape twice since itch.io uses escape key to exit full screen as well. Morgan is an aspiring comic artist with inattentive-type ADHD. Her desk holds a few half-dr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harrow Night.

Are you afraid of the dark? Meep Meep, You're Too Bright is a puzzle platformer about a young girl finding her way through a dark lighthouse. Light your way across thrilling platforming sections and solve challenging puzzles with the help of your guide Meep Meep. But be careful, what the light reveals might not be what you're looking for. Using Meep Meep's ability to appear and disappear walls an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meep Meep, You're Too Bright.

A World without "Isaac N." is a unique precision platformer where gravity is just a suggestion and momentum is everything! Armed with nothing but a trusty plunger, navigate through challenging obstacle courses by latching onto rotating platforms and launching yourself with perfect timing. In this world, Newton never discovered: – Gravity – The law of inertia – The laws of motion Key Features … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A World without Isaac N..

The Team / About Us Lili. - Artist, Sprites, Animations, TilePack Alex. - Programmer, Level Designer My partner Lili and I have been making games/art for games for around 2 years now and this is our first shot at creating a game together as part of our college course's Final Major Project but also as our passion project, we both aspire to work on games in the future and thought that this would … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stories Past Bedtime.

Hello there friends! I have been working on this, trying to make it look as good as I can, and have decided to pursue it as a project. It should be known that I started this project the day of the game jam, and worked on it for 12+ hours a day for 3 days to make it look the way it does.  A little about me, I'm Tyler and for software work I audited classes at Mount Royal University in Software … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unfathomable.

CONTENT WARNING: This game contains themes of grief and mental distress. There is no graphic content in the game and the inclusion of such themes are implied or lightly-referenced. For optimal viewing and play experience, run full screen with sound on. We recommend using headphones! Updated build coming soon! Unfortunately, we ran out of time to include certain assets and fix some prominent bug… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Captain, First Mate.

If the HTML5 version lags, try downloading the executable version below. Story As a utility android at Xeal Labs called X.A.N.D.E.R. (Xeal Artificial, Neural, Directive Executing Robot), you and an AI called X.I.P. (Xeal Intelligent Personality) complete puzzles at Xeal labs to test out their products. This is a puzzle platformer. Theme Created in 48 hours for Global Game Jam 2021. Theme: Lost … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xip and Xander (Global Game Jam 2021).

Warning: The game contains screamers and loud sounds. About the Game In a world shrouded in darkness, Luna ventures into a mysterious labyrinth after receiving a letter revealing a dark secret linked to her family's disappearance. With only her light to guide her, Luna must navigate shadowy corridors, uncovering long-forgotten secrets and confronting lurking enemies. Each flash of illumination r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Lurkers.

"Defeat the shadows invading the grove and brew strange potions in this magical mini-metroidvania!" GDD: Click here! Shadowleaf Grove is a short 2D platformer-puzzle game with Metroidvania elements. The story is about a witch who discovers that evil shadows have been invading the grove, so she takes it upon herself to save her home! The game was made in ~10 days for Pirate Jam 15, which h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadowleaf Grove.

"The founders of [redacted]" is a pixel-art point & click adventure. It's the fourth installment in a series, following Uncle Lee strikes again, Once upon a Möbius strip, and Not enough time. Knowledge of the previous games is not required, as it is a standalone story. You play as Ines, a 19-year-old (yes, she's older now!) aspiring writer. Hoping to find peace and inspiration for her second nove… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The founders of [redacted].

RECOVER AND EXPLORE IN ORDER TO COME Description According to psychology, when a baby is born, he is born with five emotions, which are anger, fear, happiness, sadness, and affection. However, Ethea is a child that is yet to be born as she does not have emotions. With the help of her friend, a stuffed unicorn that can come to life, they embark on a journey searching for Ethea's emotions to fill th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ethea: Filling The Void (Final Build).

Ranked top 20 and featured in Mark Brown's Best Games from GMTK Jam 2020 video! Timestamp 19:18 If you want to see what else we're making, drop us a follow! Programmer/designer: KIRAArtist: ALPHA6Musician: VICTORABDAMusician: RUSTOCRATMusician: AJ BOOKER HTML5 Important Info If the controls don't work try refreshing the window. Then click the run button without scrolling or pressing anything … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Between a Clock and a Hard Place.

rOjo is a psychological horror game themed around eyes, the color red, and Spanish culture and folklore, with a focus on 2D and 3D gameplay, discrete environmental storytelling, and multimedia visual abstraction.  Directions: Use A & D or Left and Right arrow keys to go left and right, E to push and pull boxes and columns, and space to jump. Ed Slee: Project Lead Yen Chi Nguyen: Project Lead Abby … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to rOjo.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Help Telmari save her Sunflowers on her journey to the Demon Tree, on this precision platformer with your catastic companion. Face over 100 hand-crafted levels where your skill and patience will be tested as you explore the world of Agra. GAME MECHANICS Our main game mechanic will be the plunge bow. It will have two primary uses. Once attached to a surface it will work as a propelling object… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Telmari.

Description: You are Kenzo Sasaki, a martial arts master trained in the ways of the ninja. You live in the Japanese countryside in a secluded village untouched by time or the outside world since medieval times. There are stories about a temple that holds secrets and Magical Artifacts inside, but you believe them to be myths, seeing as no one was able to Escape the temple and save the newfound know… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Master of Doors.

Challenging Micro Metroidvania Game. Can you find all 4 components? ANALOG CONTROLLER FOR BEST FEEL Any feedback is welcome! Thanks for playing! I hope you enjoy it! Overview Rob Robotson runs the largest factory in Robotropolis, and both Roboy and Prize work at this factory. Prize is the Robot Resources Representative and Roboy works in maintenance, but they are deeply in love. Out of Jealousy, R… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Roboy - Micro Game.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

76% User Score Based on 34 reviews

PLEASE NOTE: A controller is recommended to play. FOR MAC USERS: Due to files permissions errors and game engine issues, certain steps may be necessary for proper installment: Step 1: Download... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lost Cave of the Ozarks.

Solve puzzles, rotate the level and guide the Cat to the teleport. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rotatex 3.

Somn is about a girl named Sarah and her journey into her subconscious mind. Dying doesn’t wake her from this strange dream, and as a player you will solve puzzles and overcome challenges by using this very fact to your advantage.  Somn challenges existing gaming conventions by making the player’s death an integral and useful part of the core experience, and the result is a fresh and engaging take… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Somn.

ESCAPE! Escape! is a platformer game in  which you control a man who is imprisoned in a special prison facility. You were put in prison because of a mistake. Would you risk your life to escape prison and expose the truth? STORY SUMMARY Escape! lets you control a man who is imprisoned in a special prison facility. He was imprisoned not because of his own mistake or crime but because of his frien… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape!.

You're a Pig, whose quest is to save a grey world by educating artists on harmful art practices and showing them healthy alternatives, thus bringing color to the world!Collect the Seven Pigments to advance and beat the hazardous smog cloud, Vlad! Only by collecting all pigments will the barrier disappear and open the gates to save the helpless artist, Kelvin!This projected was completed at Califor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pigment Painter.

30%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

50% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Nubla is a graphical adventure, a journey through the world of the works inside the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. It tells the story of a unique inhabitant of the fantastic world existing inside the paintings of the museum, who seeks to discover who he is and to uncover his past by solving various puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nubla.

Free content packsKickstart your creativity with free, ready-to-use content. Adventure Forge includes four free content packs right out of the box: Polygon Sci-Fi, Polygon Modern, Polygon Fantasy, and the original story-rich world of Tales of Fortunata set in an alternate history Renaissance Venice.   All the benefits of modding, without coding!Rapidly develop your game by installing one or mor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adventure Forge.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

A Message From the DeveloperHey, thanks for checking Foxlore out! <3 As you may know, this is my first standalone game I've ever made. There was a large amount of learning and experimenting that went into making Foxlore! Because of this, you may experience a few visual glitches. While none of these should be game-breaking, much of the code is too easy to break for me to dive back into in an at… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Foxlore.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

73% User Score Based on 15 reviews

ContactDiscord:  About the GameStoryI was once merely a composer, commissioned by the royal court to score the "tale" of the Snow Queen. Yet this manuscript appears to exist in multiple iterations. Some versions echo through city streets, while others lie buried beneath forest loam. She claims it to be her autobiography. The magic mirror, however, insists these are merely the chapter… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 空王座 Empty Throne.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization

100% User Score Based on 49 reviews

"That game is called Retro Endurance 8bit. It's on Steam... I think you should give it a look. I think it's really neat. It's really neat." - Jeff Gerstmann (former editorial director of Gamespot, co-founder of Giant Bomb) About Retro Endurance 8-bit:Retro Endurance is a really neat one-of-a-kind retro game collection with an exciting and fun shuffler story mode featuring 52 differe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Endurance 8bit.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding

99% User Score Based on 684 reviews

Turn back the clock and fight to repair Time itself in this cinematic action platformer with fast sword combat and time-based powers. You are the Warden of Time, Ouro Kronii - be proud and fight hard! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chrono Gear: Warden of Time.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

79% User Score Based on 1,024 reviews

Critic Score 78%Based on 24 reviews

The retro-futuristic pixel game Explore and fight in a retro-futuristic world. Swim deep into a oneiric, poetic and unique experience across dimensional planes. The aesthetic of the game was inspired by retro pixel adventures (Castlevania, Another World, Double Dragon) with a modern touch (Superbrothers, Sword and Sorcery) and an 80s plot homage (Ready Player One, He-Man, The Last Starfighter), … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Narita Boy.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability

83% User Score Based on 18 reviews

Do you remember the very first time you fell in love with a book? When you discovered something so small had a whole world to explore? Well get ready to go back to that moment as you enter the world of the Grand Library to help Booklet, a book who has no story, write his own! Traverse the world of the Grand Library, collect pages, defeat enemies, and unlock abilities as you help Booklet write his… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Booklet's Big Story.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

87% User Score Based on 99 reviews

In an age of faster-than-light travel and advanced cyber-robotics, brave explorers known as Cosmobreeders travel to forgotten worlds and study alien creatures. Play as a lone Cosmobreeder shot down over Planet Tutone, a world fallen to ruin and haunted by ancient betrayal. Your comrades have been captured, your equipment stolen. Armed with only your wits, traverse ancient service tunnels, eerie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmobreeder Yiffai.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

97% User Score Based on 137 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

Threefold Recital is set in an oriental fantasy world where the metropolis of Bluescales faces turmoil after a long golden age. The mix of magic, modern, and ancient technologies challenges governance, while tensions between humans, beastlings, and dragons grow. In the shadows, a crisis looms. A 2D platformer with puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Threefold Recital.

Touhou Renkyouto is a linear top-down bullet hell title starring the green-eyed Parsee Mizuhashi. Adventure through five original levels, from the Underworld to the surface and back again, to solve an incident involving stray spirits causing chaos, and maybe help Parsee realize her love along the way. Story "It's festival day in the Former Capital. The perfect day to finally confess my feel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Renkyouto ~ Subterranean Festival of Love and Jealousy.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, gameplay

94% User Score Based on 67 reviews

The game is a point-and-click adventure game in the form of a story with hand-drawn illustrations. Go on an adventure to the planets with various characters and listen to their stories, and find a new planet for Uni to stay on. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Little UNI.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

97% User Score Based on 62 reviews

Harold they're destroying the universe Until Oblivion is a slightly horrific narrative game that follows 17 year old nobody Emma Wilson as she tries to rekindle a dying relationship in a dying world. Join her in an increasingly nightmarish Halloween party and find out if anything (or anyone) is worth anything at all. Featuring an atmospheric hand-crafted world, striking gothic imagery, and teenag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Until Oblivion.

How fast can you accurately click?  Over 700k generated levels await you!  --  Game is playable on Steam Deck via Lutris/Wine or Proton with only a few settings to toggle when adding to your library! Change controller settings or use touchscreen and enjoy! LOOTRONS™ 1982 is a different kind of click fast, puzzle strategy game from a different time period, where most of your decisions have to be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LOOTRONS™ 1982 - (Clicker meets Minesweeper).

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

87% User Score Based on 31 reviews

Tempus Bound is an artistically-driven pixel platformer with physics, puzzles and a speed running mode. In a desolate world, you play as a mysterious bushbaby/owl/fox hybrid with a dark past. Scramble across the world of wind temples & swamplands to reach your ultimate destination. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tempus Bound.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

96% User Score Based on 951 reviews

Critic Score 89%Based on 11 reviews

A time magic platformer If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Braid, Anniversary Edition.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

97% User Score Based on 29 reviews

Welcome to "Speakeasy" ,  a fast-paced 2D shoot'em up adventure set against the backdrop of 1930s Chicago. In Speakeasy, you're the last line of defense for an iconic speakeasy against a relentless mafia onslaught. They're not just any enemies; they're creditors turned attackers, determined to settle scores because of the debts you owe. Your mission? Protect your sanctuary using wit, strategy, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Speakeasy.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

87% User Score Based on 54 reviews

Created by passionate students at the University of Utah. Dive into No Strings Attached, a puzzle platform thriller where you play as Pavo, a newlysentient puppet trying to escape from an abandoned circus. Marionette Pavo’s arms to swing, climb, and more as you are guided by a mysterious Blue Light to the Big Top. Unravel your Master’s true intentions in this captivating, Pinocchio-inspired adven… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Strings Attached.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

99% User Score Based on 143 reviews

A collect-a-thon about a frog fixing the solar system after it explodes for some reason. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RUBATO.