Games like Volgarr the Viking
Looking for games like Volgarr the Viking? Here are top arcade platformer recommendations with a fantasy and historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Oniken, Wings of Vi or They Bleed Pixels.
1 View Game67%Game Brain Scoregraphics, gameplaygrinding, stability75% User Score 476 reviewsCritic Score 45%3 reviewsOniken is a single-player, violence fighting game with an intriguing story, excellent gameplay, compelling visuals, and perfect music, inspired by 1980's games and movies. As the lone ninja mercenary Zaku, players join the rebellion against the evil Oniken military organization, oppressing the few remaining post-war survivors. Every copy includes a digital game manual and soundtrack, but expect tough challenges, as death will come frequently.
View Game2 View Game83%Game Brain Scoregameplay, musicstability, grinding83% User Score 1,334 reviewsWings of Vi is a fast-paced, hand-drawn pixel art action platformer. As Vi, a fallen angel, players battle through hordes of demonic enemies with aggressive combat, exploring a Transylvanian castle to uncover the truth. With challenging gameplay, beautiful artwork, and a haunting original soundtrack, Wings of Vi delivers a unique, immersive experience.
View Game3 View Game84%Game Brain Scoremusic, gameplaygrinding, stability84% User Score 2,692 reviews"They Bleed Pixels" is a platforming slash-em up game where an academy student must defeat a curse transforming their body into a demonic form through nightmarish levels. The game offers a balance of fast-paced acrobatic platforming and combat, with a unique checkpoint system that rewards smart and stylish kills. Its features include hardcore difficulty, an easier mode, striking art style, and an original electronic soundtrack, with bonuses to unlock.
View Game4 View Game85%Game Brain Scoremusic, graphicsstory, grinding86% User Score 1,132 reviewsCritic Score 80%1 reviews"BIT.TRIP RUNNER is a single-player Science Fiction Platformer game with perfect mechanics, fantastic graphics, and a phenomenal soundtrack. As CommanderVideo, players race, jump, slide, and kick through over 50 levels of exhilarating music/rhythm-based action, with the chiptune group Anamanaguchi making a guest appearance. Leaderboards and achievements add to the excitement on Steam, along with Easy and Hard Modes for an extra challenge."
View Game5 View Game86%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstory, grinding86% User Score 222 reviewsIn "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.
View Game6 View Game83%Game Brain Scoremusic, graphicsstory, grinding88% User Score 1,432 reviewsCritic Score 85%17 reviews"Valfaris" is a single-player Horror Hack and Slash game with outstanding gameplay, graphics, and beautiful music. The challenging experience is enhanced with the addition of Full Metal Mode, a New Game + variant with increased enemy stats and aggression, carrying over all upgrades and weapons from the previous run. With dense atmosphere and lots of grinding, the game offers a rewarding and difficult experience for players.
View Game7 View Game74%Game Brain Scoremusic, gameplaygrinding, stability74% User Score 1,572 reviews"Castle In The Darkness" is a challenging 2D action-platformer with RPG elements. Battle monsters, find weapons and upgrades, and overcome platforming obstacles in a large interconnected world. With over 100 enemy types, 20 boss battles, and a New Game+ mode, there's plenty of content to explore.
View Game8 View Game74%Game Brain Scoregraphics, gameplaystory, grinding75% User Score 557 reviewsCritic Score 74%39 reviewsGhosts 'n Goblins Resurrection is a revival of the classic action game, now with 2-player cooperative play. Fight your way through hordes of undead enemies and intimidating bosses in this challenging and engaging experience. The beloved series returns from the grave, bringing back the nostalgic difficulty and gothic art style fans adore.
View Game9 View Game74%Game Brain Scoregameplay, musicgrinding, monetization76% User Score 288 reviewsCritic Score 68%2 reviews"Steel Assault" is a 16-bit styled action platformer set in a post-apocalyptic America. Play as Taro Takahashi, a resistance soldier seeking revenge, in fast-paced side scrolling combat with unique zipline action. Experience a hand-crafted stage-based game with a classic challenging arcade style, offering both easy and 1-credit-clear Arcade Mode.
View Game10 View Game90%Game Brain Scoremusic, gameplaygrinding, stability94% User Score 24,724 reviewsCritic Score 86%10 reviewsIn "Super Meat Boy," play as a sentient cube of meat on a perilous journey to save your bandage-bound girlfriend from an evil fetus. This challenging platformer features over 300 levels across multiple chapters, with soul-crushing difficulty and epic boss fights. Additional features include a level editor, unlockable secrets, and warp zones for extra replayability.
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