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Year 2000Dev SNK · D4 EnterpriseOn Xbox
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More about this game →Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentHow this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.
We filtered the 50 games similar to Alien Hominid down to the 10 that fit the “Xbox” category. Metal Slug 3, Sonic Mania and Spiritfarer top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Alien Hominid.
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Within the “Xbox” category, the closest game to Alien Hominid is Metal Slug 3 — scoring 74/100 on our similarity scale. Sonic Mania and Spiritfarer follow close behind.
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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Alien Hominid. Each one has been evaluated across 8 real attributes — from combat style and progression mechanics to world structure and visual perspective — so every recommendation is based on how the game actually plays, not just its genre label.
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Steam👍 94%· 28KIGDB85· 16OC87· 126
Year 2017Dev Headcannon · SegaOn PS4 · PC · Xbox
✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay
≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, vibe casual and melee combat, while skipping shooter
Where it drifts furthest from Alien Hominid: visuals.
Released 13 years after Alien Hominid.
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Steam👍 95%· 52KIGDB88· 7OC87· 76
Year 2020Dev Thunder LotusOn PS4 · Linux · PC
✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, co op and single-player focus
≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, deep simulation and strong narrative focus, while skipping shooter
Where it drifts furthest from Alien Hominid: setting.
Released 16 years after Alien Hominid.
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Steam👍 95%· 3.6KRAWG👍 74%· 291MC87IGDB87· 6OC84· 42
Year 2013Dev Matt Makes GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, offline and multiplayer gameplay
≠ Where it differs: brings fighting mechanics, adventure storytelling and melee combat, while skipping shooter
TowerFall is an indie action-game with focus on local multiplayer. It was initially developed as an exclusive for OUYA microconsole and was later ported on other systems as TowerFall Ascension.
Where it drifts furthest from Alien Hominid: setting.
Released 9 years after Alien Hominid.
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Steam👍 94%· 37KRAWG👍 76%· 525MC84OC80· 20
Year 2016Dev tinyBuildPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, multiplayer gameplay and single-player focus
≠ Stands apart with racing gameplay, sports simulation and vibe casual, while skipping shooter
In a city filled with superheroes, getting to crimes becomes a competition on its own. Fortunately there are enough rockets, bombs, grappling hooks, spikes, and other goodies lying around -- to make the competition fun and fast. Welcome to SpeedRunners.
Released 12 years after Alien Hominid.
Genre100Visuals100Game mode87
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SoloMultiplayerCo-opSci-Fi2D
Steam👍 59%· 8.5KIGDB57· 11OC56· 95
Year 2017Dev Sonic Team · Sega GamesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox
✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, setting scifi and single-player focus
≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, horror tension and strong narrative focus, while skipping shooter
Where it drifts furthest from Alien Hominid: setting.
Released 13 years after Alien Hominid.
Genre100Game mode77Visuals62Setting34
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloMultiplayerCo-opSci-Fi2D
IGDB87· 10OC88· 69
Year 2020Dev BlitWorks · MossmouthOn Xbox · PS4 · PC
✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, setting scifi and single-player focus
≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, roguelike runs and procedural generation, while skipping shooter
Released 16 years after Alien Hominid.
Genre100Visuals100Setting69Game mode62
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloMultiplayerOffline2DPixel Art
Steam👍 67%· 2.5KIGDB79· 11OC79· 62
Year 2014Dev RedLynx · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox
Platformer2D Platformer
Steam👍 62%· 3.1KIGDB77· 10OC80· 107
Year 2019Dev RedLynx · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloCo-op2DNarrativePixel Art
Steam👍 65%· 477RAWG👍 19%· 43MC59IGDB52· 7
Year 2015Dev Crescent Moon GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, single-player focus and co op
≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, deep simulation and strong narrative focus, while skipping shooter
The Deer God is a breathtaking 3D pixel art adventure that will challenge your religion and your platforming skills. It's a game about survival, reincarnation, and karma; all set in a breathtaking and unique 3D pixelized world. Feast your eyes on the beautiful lighting, day and night system, and vast landscapes. Become one of the most beautiful animals on planet earth. LIVE AS A DEER.
Released 11 years after Alien Hominid.
Genre100Game mode58Visuals57