Games like The Puppeteer

In "Primal Light" , play as Krog, a blue-skinned hero on a quest to save your people after a tragic village attack. Journey through 16-bit pixel art environments, battle monstrous foes, and collect artifacts to undo the tragedy in this nostalgic, trap-filled adventure. Experience 10 linear levels with ladders, levers, and bosses, showcasing a mesmerizing soundtrack.

In "Fates of Ort," players explore a sprawling pixel art world, uncovering its mysteries and fighting dangerous creatures. As the sole survivor of a destroyed village, you must navigate political alliances, manage resources, and make decisions that will determine the fate of Ort. The game features strategic combat, character development, and multiple endings, providing a rich and immersive experience.

Death Howl invites players into a dark, mythic world where the hunter Ro seeks to resurrect her son by navigating the Spirit World’s fractured realms. With over 160 customizable cards and shamanic totems, you can build diverse decks focused on various tactical styles to confront 30+ enemy types in challenging grid-based battles. The game offers 25+ hours of immersive gameplay packed with side quests and intense boss fights.

DarkMaus is a single-player platformer game with a good plot, exceptional gameplay, and dense atmosphere. Armed with a variety of weapons, players control a lone wanderer in the corrupted world of Hazath, battling enemies in thoughtful, skill-based combat. Each death summons an ally ghost that retraces your steps, adding an extra layer of strategy to this challenging and rewarding game.

In Death's Door, players control a Crow Knight, tasked with reaping souls in a fantasy world. The game features challenging combat and clever puzzles as you navigate through various levels to claim the souls of your targets. With a unique art style and atmospheric world design, Death's Door delivers a satisfying action-adventure experience.

"Haiku, the Robot" is a charming adventure-exploration game set in the interconnected world of Arcadia. Players can explore the dying land, fight against corrupt robots and machinery, and uncover the world's mysteries. New content includes the 'Trial of Steel' and 'Corrupt Mode', offering challenging boss fights and an alternative storyline.

Void Sols is a minimalist souls-like game where you explore a sprawling, hand-crafted labyrinth filled with deadly foes and challenging bosses. Combat and perseverance are key as you refine your build by collecting Sols to equip weapons and alter stats. Death teaches you to adapt and try again in this unforgiving, secret-laden world.

"Shotgun Legend" is an action RPG that pays homage to classic console games, with a modern twist. You play as Eugene, who must navigate through a strange land filled with alien technology and creatures to find his way back home. The game features 10 dungeons to explore, 16 items to collect, and a unique multiplayer experience where a second player can join and share health with the main player. With minimal hand-holding, the game encourages players to figure things out on their own, and offers the thrill of eventually dual wielding shotguns.

Hyper Light Drifter is a challenging 2D action-RPG drawing inspiration from 16-bit classics, with a dark, dangerous world to explore. As a Drifter, you'll uncover lost technologies, battle vicious enemies, and search for a cure to your insatiable illness. Every element in this game is hand-animated, and success will require mastery of its tough mechanics and varied skills.

PERFECT FOR STEAM DECK! About the GamePrimal Planet is a solo developed metroidvania that combines survival and crafting elements with a pixel-perfect aesthetic and an action-packed story, and it's all taking place on a lush planet filled with dinosaurs. Uncover the StoryEmbark on a thrilling journey as you follow the gripping tale of a cave dweller fighting to protect his family. Survive a b…