Games like Monolight
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MONOLIGHT is 2D plat-former puzzle adventure game. Using tiny lantern, go through the maze.
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$4.99Laughing to Die
Apr 10 · 大吉利制作组
Both: Puzzle · 2D Platformer · Puzzle Platformer
囡囡回乡参加奶奶一百岁的丧礼。家人们都说老人百岁去世是喜丧,因此家里正大摆宴席招待亲友。独自一人的囡囡看到一个酷似奶奶的身影之后随之而误入某个奇怪的房间,在寻找离开的道路同时,囡囡也逐渐从这些房间的故事中知道了奶奶的来历,更从中得知在喜丧背后所隐藏的秘密。
AdventureCasualPuzzlePlatformer2D PlatformerHand-drawnPsychological HorrorPuzzle PlatformerPhilosophical2D👍 3,121
$19.99Braid, Anniversary Edition
May 14 · Thekla, Inc.
Both: Puzzle Platformer · 2D Platformer · Puzzle
Control the flow of time to solve puzzles in this new version of the indie classic, featuring fully repainted artwork, a new world of puzzles, and seriously in-depth commentary.
Puzzle Platformer2D PlatformerPuzzlePlatformerAction-Adventure2DTime ManipulationActionCasualCartoony👍 1,766
$24.99ANIMAL WELL
May 9 · Billy Basso
Both: Puzzle · Puzzle Platformer
Explore a dense, interconnected labyrinth, and unravel its many secrets. Collect items to manipulate your environment in surprising and meaningful ways. Encounter beautiful and unsettling creatures, as you attempt to survive what lurks in the dark. There is more than what you see.
MetroidvaniaExplorationPuzzlePixel GraphicsPuzzle PlatformerPlatformerHorror2DAtmosphericAdventure👍 22,819
Freean unplayable game?!
Oct 20 · ./badgames.zip
Both: Puzzle Platformer · Puzzle · 2D Platformer
a game about accessibility settings that's just a *bit* too hard for you to play effectively. 10-15 minutes in length with 30+ minutes of developer commentary!
LinearActionCasualAbstractShortPuzzle PlatformerEmotionalPuzzle2D PlatformerPixel Graphics
$19.99Faerie Afterlight
Sep 28 · Clay Game Studio
Both: 2D Platformer · Puzzle Platformer
Embark on an enchanting adventure in this breathtaking 2D Metroidvania game inspired by the rich folklore of Indonesia. Control Kimo and Wispy as they seek to recover the Shards of Light. Manipulate terrain to solve puzzles, befriend the natives of Lumina, and take abilities from powerful titans.✨
Cute2DStylizedExplorationAction-AdventureMagicControllerMetroidvania2D PlatformerPuzzle Platformer
FreeSonder
Feb 15 · Finally Games
Both: Puzzle · Puzzle Platformer
Experience an innovative co-op adventure where two players have to work together. Engage in collaborative puzzle solving and dynamic combat with each player having unique abilities. Delve into a psychological narrative that explores the essence of humanity.
CasualAdventurePlatformerPuzzlePuzzle PlatformerExplorationSide Scroller2.5DCinematicStylized
$1.99Simply Cubic
Sep 29 · Aquila Games
Both: Puzzle · Puzzle Platformer
Draw a path to where you want your cube to go. Take care to draw by anticipating what may happen after simulating the path you have drawn. Remember, your rights to draw a path is limited. Make good use of these rights!
CasualStrategyPuzzleGrand StrategyEducationPoint & ClickPuzzle PlatformerTurn-Based TacticsIncremental3D
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$4.99Carry The Glass
Oct 23 · Çağatay Demir, Enes Kaplan
Both: Puzzle Platformer
Team up as two quirky construction workers in this fun 2-player co-op platformer! Carry a fragile glass window through colorful levels filled with challenges. Communicate and coordinate to dodge obstacles and solve puzzles. Can you finish the job without breaking the glass?
Co-opMultiplayerPuzzle PlatformerOnline Co-OpFunnyAdventurePlatformer3D PlatformerPhysicsCasual👍 2,838
$4.99Jaded
Jan 24 · ShellSnore Games
Both: 2D Platformer
A fast-paced platformer where you can slash, dash, and control time. Slow down the frenzy of combat and find the right moment to strike! Then, aim the 360-degree dash and zoom away at lightning speed! Master your abilities to maneuver around obstacles and vaporize foes before they can touch you.
Precision Platformer2D PlatformerPlatformer2DCombatIndieLinearActionSide ScrollerHack and Slash
$15.99ColorBlend FX: Desaturation
Apr 18 · Pi-Dev Bulgaria
Both: Puzzle Platformer · Puzzle
Help Splatians blend the stolen colors back with the world and get rid of the evil Lord Ashen in this 2.5D puzzle-platformer metroidvania. Splat'n'stomp juicy enemies, swim in paint pools, solve physics and color puzzles and of course survive the death while figuring out the evil plans of the Lord.
MetroidvaniaPuzzle PlatformerPost-apocalyptic2.5DStylizedMultiple EndingsLogicPuzzleVoxelThird Person
$9.99Glum Buster
Sep 15 · Justin D Leingang
Both: 2D Platformer · Puzzle
Take a mind-bending trip through a mysterious, haunting alternate reality. Use your newly discovered magic, wits, and curiosity to cleanse the world of glum and find a way back to your family. Experience the wonder of this 2009 AIGF Showcase winner and indie cult classic.
AtmosphericActionSurrealAdventureDarkExploration2D PlatformerPixel GraphicsPuzzleAction-Adventure
-50%$9.99Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus
Jul 17 · Squid Shock Studios, Christopher Stair, Trevor Youngquist
Both: 2D Platformer
Flow gracefully through a colorful, hand-drawn 2.5D action platformer inspired by Japanese folklore. Engage in acrobatic aerial combat, unlock powerful mystical abilities, and explore an interconnected world of myth as you seek to unravel the mysteries of your origin.
Precision PlatformerSide ScrollerExploration2D PlatformerPlatformerMetroidvaniaSouls-likeAction-AdventureComic Book2D👍 1,399
$1.99Darkness Ritual: Impasse
Mar 6 · AProX
Both: Puzzle · Puzzle Platformer
You witnessed a dark ritual taking place and nothing will go wrong from now on. You are stuck in an unknown place, can getting out of here and solving the secrets save you from this impasse?
AdventurePsychological HorrorSupernaturalDemonsPlatformerPuzzleHorror3D PlatformerPuzzle PlatformerFPS
$0.99Noah's Descent into Madness
Sep 29 · Squiggly Games
Both: Puzzle Platformer · Puzzle
Noah's Descent into Madness is a short horror-themed adventure and puzzle game. Make your way through a dark forest of unknown horrors while trying your best to escape the nightmare you've found yourself in.
AdventurePuzzle PlatformerExplorationDemonsStrategyPuzzleCinematic3DFirst-PersonRealistic
$7.99Adventure of Rikka - The Cursed Kingdom
Mar 28 · Poorly Drawn Squid
Both: Puzzle · Puzzle Platformer
The Adventure of Rikka is a top down 2D action RPG with a focus on puzzles, exploration, secrets and collectibles. You must defeat the dark forces that has cursed the lands, fight enemies using your sword and an arsenal of items such as the bow and fire wand and save the kingdom!
RPGTop-DownAdventure2DPuzzleExplorationAction RPGPixel GraphicsPuzzle PlatformerFamily Friendly
$6.99SCP: Descent
Mar 20 · Pixel Drip Games
Both: Puzzle
Inspired by SCP-087, step into the shoes of an unfortunate student long before the stairwell became legend. Follow the clues left by those who came before, your only choice is to descend.
HorrorPuzzleLovecraftian1980sAtmospheric3DActionFirst-PersonRealisticConspiracy👍 105
$8.99Lloyd the Monkey 3: Judgement Day
Jul 30 · Meyer Games
Both: 2D Platformer
Lloyd the monkey warrior and Lura the alien princess continue their struggle for the fate of the universe as they slash and shoot through exotic new locales, searching the universe for their most dangerous foe.
ActionAdventureRPGAction RPGPlatformer2D PlatformerHack and SlashShoot 'Em Up2DAnime
-85%$1.49Kingsgrave
Apr 17 · Egg or Chicken Games
Both: Puzzle
Welcome to Kingsgrave, a dark fantasy adventure RPG. Gain more power and obtain new combat skills as you explore the fractured land, slay foes created by plague, solve puzzles and rebuild villages. Reclaim your realm!
AdventureActionAction-AdventurePuzzle2DBuildingDarkRPGExplorationMetroidvania👍 517
$3.99小白人極彩決戰
Nov 12 · KongshiStudio
Both: 2D Platformer
Little White: Chromatic Clash is an action-packed boss battle game where players face a variety of uniquely designed bosses. Challenge each boss to the fullest and aim for the highest score possible!
ActionAction-AdventurePlatformer2D PlatformerPixel GraphicsHack and SlashEarly AccessSingleplayer
$1.99Cherry Jump
Nov 26 · Heinrich Venter
Both: 2D Platformer
Cherry Jump is a 2D platformer where players race through levels, collecting cherries and aiming for the fastest completion time. The game features multiple paths, achievements to unlock, and various characters to discover. Players test their speed and skill in this fast-paced pixel art world.
RunnerPixel Graphics2D PlatformerCuteScore AttackCartoonyRogueliteRoguelikeArcadePrecision Platformer
$0.99Exodus
Jan 31 · Ranger Studio
Both: 2D Platformer
Save Moses' girlfriend from the clutches of the prince of Egypt, Ramses, in this thrilling adventure across the Egyptian desert. Face enemies and bosses, find items and power-ups scattered throughout a fantastic 2D open world full of challenges, secrets and much more!
ExplorationMetroidvania2D PlatformerSandboxPlatformerShooterAction-Adventure2DActionController
$0.99Farewell
Aug 28 · wvkmind
Both: 2D Platformer
A hand-painted deckbuilding roguelike. At sea, play cards against waves and reefs, read the fog or burn your lantern to clear it, and cook below deck. Two crew, five endings. Plus an online mining town: drill ore with cards, beam crates onto your truck, sell at the dock, team up with others.
2D PlatformerCasualCard GameCookingDeckbuildingChoices MatterRPGMassively MultiplayerAbstractPsychological
-20%$7.99Ultradimensional
Aug 19 · VYPXR Studios
Both: Puzzle
Explore over 40 interconnected levels, evade over 20 unique entities, solve puzzles, manage scarce resources, and survive a nonlinear backrooms horror experience with multiple routes, and extreme replayability.
ActionAdventureStrategyAction-AdventurePuzzle3DFirst-PersonAtmosphericHorrorMystery
-65%$0.69Li O's Online World
Jun 19 · Lil knee Games
Both: 2D Platformer
《Computer Dungeon》 Roguelike strategy where an awakened AI evolves in a computer world. Explore hardware/system dungeons, combine tech-tree talents for unique effects. Ultimate goal: Upload to an independent device for survival.
StrategyCasualRoguelikeRTSDungeon Crawler2D PlatformerMystery DungeonReal Time TacticsExplorationRoguelite
$19.99Everhood 2
Mar 4 · Chris Nordgren, Jordi Roca
AN UNCONVENTIONAL ARPG where you battle enemies through musical encounters while being accompanied by a raven who promises to retrieve your voice if you slay the mighty Mind Dragon!🎵
PsychedelicMusicIndieStory Rich2DRPGPixel GraphicsChoices MatterSingleplayerRhythm👍 2,205










