Games like XOL
Looking for games like XOL? Here are top arcade platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with VVVVVV, Primal Light or Tails Noir: Rebel Rush.
1 View Game91%Game Brain Scoremusic, gameplaygrinding, stability97% User Score 8,302 reviewsCritic Score 80%4 reviews"VVVVVV is a gravity-defying fantasy platformer, where you help Captain Viridian rescue teleported friends. Its elegant level design and gravity-reversing mechanic provide challenging, fast-paced gameplay with frequent checkpoints. Enjoy over 30 minutes of chiptune music and additional game modes, like time trials and no death mode."
View Game2 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 Game3 View Game100%Game Brain Scoremusic, gameplaygrinding, graphics100% User Score 85 reviews"Tails Noir: Rebel Rush" is a speedrunning precision platformer set in a flooded Vancouver. Master car parkour, boost through the air, and discover hidden paths to climb the global leaderboard. Embrace chaos, learn from mistakes, and create your own shortcuts in this fast-paced, urban speedrun challenge.
View Game4 View Game94%Game Brain Scorestory, musicgrinding, stability97% User Score 92,552 reviewsCritic Score 91%34 reviews"Celeste is a narrative-driven platformer about Madeline's journey to climb Celeste Mountain, battling her inner demons and challenging obstacles along the way. The game features over 700 screens of tight platforming, including brutal B-side chapters, with simple and expressive controls. With an IGF-nominated soundtrack, Celeste explores themes of self-discovery and redemption."
View Game5 View Game80%Game Brain Scoregameplay, musicstory, grinding84% User Score 136 reviewsCritic Score 76%8 reviewsIn Tiny Thor, players control a tiny but mighty hero named Thorn, who wields a powerful hammer to save his kingdom from evil. Explore vast landscapes, battle enemies, and solve puzzles in a charming 2D pixel art world, combining the thrill of action-packed combat with the satisfaction of solving intricate puzzles. Your hammer is not only a weapon but also a tool, and you'll need to use it wisely to overcome obstacles and defeat foes in this charming, nostalgic adventure.
View Game6 View Game73%Game Brain Scorehumor, gameplaystability, grinding73% User Score 228 reviewsSumoman is a physics-based platformer with advanced physics, destructible objects, and time-reversing abilities. In the single-player or local 2-player co-op mode, control the clumsy but determined Sumoman as he navigates challenging environments and solves physical puzzles to save his fellow countrymen from an eternal sleep. With its captivating story, stunning visuals, and plenty of humor, Sumoman offers a unique and immersive gaming experience.
View Game7 View Game88%Game Brain Scoremusic, gameplaystability, grinding93% User Score 966 reviewsCritic Score 65%1 reviews"Marble It Up!" is a physics-based platformer game where you control a marble navigating through challenging obstacle courses. With stunning 3D graphics and vibrant levels, your goal is to reach the finish line as fast as possible while collecting valuable gems. With a level editor included, the possibilities for marble rolling are endless!
View Game8 View Game83%Game Brain Scoregraphics, musicgrinding, stability87% User Score 764 reviewsCritic Score 68%2 reviewsOdallus is a NES inspired exploration game with lots of action. It brings elements of classics such as Ghosts’n Goblins, Demon’s Crest and Castlevania while subverting some modern twists.
View Game9 View Game93%Game Brain Scoregameplay, graphicsstory, stability93% User Score 171 reviews"Meanders" is a single-player 3D puzzle platformer game with marvelous mechanics and beautiful visuals. The game features 40 levels of instant play with diverse challenges, including jumping, bouncing, sliding, teleporting, and cannon transportation. It also includes speedrun mode with Steam Leaderboards, an original soundtrack, and unique game modes using the Atomic Stuff.
View Game10 View Game78%Game Brain Scoregameplay, storyoptimization, stability86% User Score 367 reviewsCritic Score 63%4 reviewsDefunct is a single-player kids racing game with an engaging plot, where you play as a broken robot in a post-human Earth. The game features high-speed gameplay using a Gravitize engine and traverses 11 varied levels. It offers a unique 'gravitation' engine, unlockable tricks, and skins, providing lots of replayability and competition. With pretty visuals and a good soundtrack, Defunct is an indie adventure game that promises an exciting experience.
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