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DYO is hard to replace: few games combine precision platforming and offline in quite the same way. We analyzed over 2,000 titles across 6 gameplay attributes and found 48 genuine alternatives — not generic genre suggestions. LittleBigPlanet 2, N++ (NPLUSPLUS) and Pikuniku lead the list, with LittleBigPlanet 2 reaching a 89/100 similarity score. Every game here is ranked by how closely it replicates what makes DYO special.

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Year 2018Dev Team DYO

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The closest game to DYO is LittleBigPlanet 2 — scoring 89/100 on our similarity scale. N++ (NPLUSPLUS) and Pikuniku follow close behind.

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48 similar games found

#1LittleBigPlanet 2

89

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LittleBigPlanet 2

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

MultiplayerCo-opOfflineSoloSandbox World

IGDB94· 4

Year 2011Dev Media Molecule · Sony Computer EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3

✓ Same family of puzzle-platformers: precision platforming, puzzle design and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, sandbox freedom and sandbox world, while skipping free to play

#2N++ (NPLUSPLUS)

89

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N++ (NPLUSPLUS)

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

MultiplayerCo-opOfflineFree to PlaySolo

Steam👍 94%· 3.5KRAWG👍 86%· 124MC90IGDB83· 10

Year 2015Dev Metanet SoftwarePlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Same family of puzzle-platformers: precision platforming, puzzle design and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: punishing difficulty, melee combat and setting scifi

90

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Pikuniku

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

MultiplayerCo-opOfflineSoloMelee

Steam👍 96%· 11KRAWG👍 80%· 236MC75OC76· 56

Year 2019Dev Devolver DigitalPlaytime ~3hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ Same family of puzzle-platformers: precision platforming, puzzle design and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping free to play

#4Rayman Legends

89

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Rayman Legends

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

MultiplayerCo-opOfflineSoloMelee

Steam👍 90%· 12KIGDB81· 13OC90· 76

Year 2013Dev Ubisoft Montpellier · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the puzzle-platformers cluster, with precision platforming, puzzle design and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, punishing difficulty and melee combat, while skipping free to play

Steam Epic Xbox

88

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Trine

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

MultiplayerCo-opOfflineSoloOnline

Steam👍 96%· 16KIGDB85· 7

Year 2009Dev Frozenbyte · NobilisOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · PC

✓ Both are puzzle-platformers — sharing precision platforming, puzzle design and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, dark, oppressive atmosphere and strong narrative focus, while skipping free to play

88

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It Takes Two

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

Co-opMultiplayerOfflineOnlineMelee

Steam👍 95%· 260KRAWG👍 90%· 1.7KMC88OC88· 152

Year 2021Dev Hazelight · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~10hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are puzzle-platformers — sharing precision platforming, puzzle design and co op

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and melee combat, while skipping free to play

#7Split Fiction

88

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Split Fiction

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

Co-opOfflineMultiplayerOnlineMelee

Steam👍 97%· 120KRAWG👍 90%· 215IGDB92· 6OC91· 185

Year 2025Dev Hazelight · Electronic ArtsPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are puzzle-platformers — sharing precision platforming, puzzle design and co op

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and melee combat, while skipping free to play

#8LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures

89

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LEGO Indiana Jones: The Original Adventures

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

OfflineMultiplayerCo-opSoloMelee

Steam👍 88%· 4.3KIGDB69· 5

Year 2008Dev Traveller's Tales · LucasArtsOn PlayStation 3 · PC · Mac

✓ Fits the puzzle-platformers cluster, with precision platforming, puzzle design and offline

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, melee combat and single-player focus, while skipping free to play

87

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Trine 2

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

MultiplayerCo-opOfflineSoloOnline

Steam👍 95%· 22KIGDB85· 9

Year 2011Dev Frozenbyte · AtlusOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · Android

✓ Fits the puzzle-platformers cluster, with precision platforming, puzzle design and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, deep RPG systems and strong narrative focus, while skipping free to play

89

iRank82

The Cave

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

MultiplayerCo-opOfflineSoloFantasy

Steam👍 87%· 2.9KIGDB70· 11

Year 2013Dev Double Fine Productions · SegaOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · Android

✓ Same family of puzzle-platformers: precision platforming, puzzle design and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Its own twist: adventure storytelling, fantasy world and single-player focus, while skipping free to play

#11Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light

88

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Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

MultiplayerCo-opOfflineSoloOnline

Steam👍 91%· 4.7KIGDB79· 7

Year 2010Dev Crystal Dynamics · Square EnixOn PlayStation 3 · Android · PC

✓ Both are puzzle-platformers — sharing precision platforming, puzzle design and multiplayer gameplay

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, shooter and melee combat, while skipping free to play

89

iRank79

Unravel Two

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

Co-opMultiplayerOfflineSoloMelee

Steam👍 78%· 8.8KIGDB81· 11OC81· 85

Year 2018Dev ColdWood Interactive · Electronic ArtsOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Both are puzzle-platformers — sharing precision platforming, puzzle design and co op

≠ Where it differs: brings adventure storytelling, cozy, relaxing feel and strong narrative focus, while skipping free to play

Steam Epic Xbox

#13BattleBlock Theater®

87

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BattleBlock Theater®

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

Co-opMultiplayerOfflineSoloOnline

Steam👍 97%· 73KRAWG👍 77%· 902MC85IGDB89· 7

Year 2013Dev The Behemoth · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Apple Macintosh

✓ Fits the puzzle-platformers cluster, with precision platforming, puzzle design and co op

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, vibe casual and melee combat, while skipping free to play

#14Never Alone: Kisima Ingitchuna

89

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Never Alone: Kisima Ingitchuna

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

Co-opMultiplayerOfflineSoloMelee

Steam👍 81%· 8.6KIGDB71· 10

Year 2014Dev Upper One Games · E-Line MediaOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Linux

✓ Fits the puzzle-platformers cluster, with precision platforming, puzzle design and co op

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, strong narrative focus and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping free to play

#15Octodad: Dadliest Catch

89

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Octodad: Dadliest Catch

GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

Co-opMultiplayerOfflineSoloMelee

Steam👍 94%· 11KRAWG👍 73%· 360MC69IGDB74· 11OC73· 68

Year 2014Dev Young HorsesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Both are puzzle-platformers — sharing precision platforming, puzzle design and co op

≠ Stands apart with adventure storytelling, deep simulation and strong narrative focus, while skipping free to play

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best game similar to DYO?: The closest game to DYO is LittleBigPlanet 2, scoring 89/100 on our similarity scale. They share 5 gameplay attributes, including precision platforming, puzzle design and multiplayer gameplay. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
What are the top games like DYO?: The three closest games to DYO are: 1. LittleBigPlanet 2 (89/100, 5 shared attributes) 2. N++ (NPLUSPLUS) (89/100, 6 shared attributes) 3. Pikuniku (90/100, 5 shared attributes). All share DYO's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 48 candidates across 6 dimensions.
Is N++ (NPLUSPLUS) similar to DYO?: Yes, very much so — N++ (NPLUSPLUS) scores 89/100 similarity to DYO. They share 6 attributes, including precision platforming and puzzle design. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
What Platformer games are similar to DYO?: The best Platformer games similar to DYO are LittleBigPlanet 2, N++ (NPLUSPLUS), Pikuniku and Rayman Legends. All share the Platformer genre alongside other key DYO attributes like precision platforming, puzzle design and multiplayer gameplay.
How is similarity to DYO calculated?: We compare DYO against every game in our catalog using 6 gameplay attributes: genre, atmosphere, world structure, play modes, combat style, and more. Each category is weighted differently — genre matters more than visual style, for instance. The result is a 0-100 score reflecting how closely a game replicates the DYO experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.