13 Games like Buster Bros. on PlayStation that you should try

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

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We filtered the 49 games similar to Buster Bros. down to the 13 that fit the “PlayStation” category. Metal Slug 2, Gunstar Heroes and Sonic Mania top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Buster Bros..

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The best games like Buster Bros. on PlayStation

13 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Buster Bros.. Each one has been evaluated across 7 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.

#1Metal Slug 2Closest overall match

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Steam👍 89%· 1.4K

Year 1998Dev DotEmu · SNK PlaymoreOn PlayStation 3 · Android · PC

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, shooter and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, first-person shooting and melee combat

Released 9 years after Buster Bros..

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Steam👍 94%· 16IGDB60· 1

Year 1993Dev Treasure · Tec ToyOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · Android

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, shooter and co op

≠ Where it differs: brings melee combat, combat tactical and setting scifi

Released 4 years after Buster Bros..

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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

Released 28 years after Buster Bros..

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Steam Epic Xbox

#4LittleBigPlanetClosest on game mode

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SoloMultiplayerCo-op2DSandbox World

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Year 2008Dev Media Molecule · Sony Computer EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Stands apart with sandbox freedom, sandbox world and fantasy world, while skipping shooter

Released 19 years after Buster Bros..

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#5LittleBigPlanet 3

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Year 2014Dev Sumo Digital · Sony Computer EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3 · PS4

✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, sandbox freedom and sandbox world, while skipping shooter

Released 25 years after Buster Bros..

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#6Sonic Forces

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SoloMultiplayerCo-op2DMelee

Steam👍 59%· 8.5KIGDB57· 11OC56· 95

Year 2017Dev Sonic Team · Sega GamesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, horror tension and strong narrative focus, while skipping shooter

Where it drifts furthest from Buster Bros.: visuals.

Released 28 years after Buster Bros..

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#7Sonic the Hedgehog 2

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Steam👍 86%· 37IGDB90· 2

Year 1992Dev Sega Technical Institute · SegaOn PlayStation 3 · PC

✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, melee combat and setting scifi, while skipping shooter

Released 3 years after Buster Bros..

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Steam Nintendo

#8TowerFall Ascension

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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, multiplayer gameplay and co op

≠ 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.

Released 24 years after Buster Bros..

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Steam👍 62%· 3.1KIGDB77· 10OC80· 107

Year 2019Dev RedLynx · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings racing gameplay, sports simulation and competitive edge, while skipping shooter

Released 30 years after Buster Bros..

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SoloMultiplayerCo-op2DOffline

Steam👍 94%· 5.9KIGDB89· 8

Year 2011Dev Ubisoft Montpellier · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3 · PC · Mac

✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, melee combat and fantasy world, while skipping shooter

Released 22 years after Buster Bros..

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Steam GOG Epic

#11Spiritfarer

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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

Released 31 years after Buster Bros..

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Steam GOG Epic

#12Spelunky 2

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Year 2020Dev BlitWorks · MossmouthOn Xbox · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, single-player focus and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, roguelike runs and procedural generation, while skipping shooter

Released 31 years after Buster Bros..

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PS Nintendo

#13Wannabe Galgame God!!!

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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 26 years after Buster Bros..

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