69
iRank82
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloHardcoreNarrativeDarkHorror2D
Steam👍 82%· 81K
Year 2017Dev Bennett FoddyOn Linux · Android · PC
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We filtered the 40 games similar to Jump King down to the 23 that fit the “Hardcore” category. Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy, Lugaru HD and SANABI top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Jump King.
iRank83/ 100
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Year 2019Dev Nexile
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Within the “Hardcore” category, the closest game to Jump King is Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy — scoring 69/100 on our similarity scale. Lugaru HD and SANABI follow close behind.
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The best hardcore games like Jump King
23 similar games foundUpdated May 2026
Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Jump King. Each one has been evaluated across 15 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.
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeStealth
Steam👍 79%· 587RAWG👍 33%· 42
Year 2010Dev Wolfire GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux
✓ Same family of precision platformers: precision platforming, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat
≠ Where it differs: brings fighting mechanics, sandbox freedom and open world exploration, while skipping horror tension
Follow Turner, a rebel bunny rabbit with impressive combat skills in his quest to find those responsible for slaughtering his village. Uncover a far-reaching conspiracy involving the corrupt leaders of the rabbit republic and the wolves of the nearby lands.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Jump King.
It predates Jump King by 9 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Tone84Combat58
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloMeleeNarrativeHardcorePixel Art2D
Steam👍 97%· 44KRAWG👍 89%· 34IGDB95· 2OC80· 6
Year 2023Dev SANABI · NEOWIZPlaytime ~3hOn PC
✓ Both are precision platformers — sharing precision platforming, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus
≠ Its own twist: linear, story-driven structure, setting cyberpunk and setting scifi, while skipping horror tension
You, a legendary retired veteran, are called upon for one last operation: to ascend a mega-city ruled by a corrupt conglomerate. You were chosen for this mission because of your signature chain-hook prosthetic arm and the ability to maneuver and quickly defeat enemies.
Where it drifts furthest from Jump King: setting.
Released 4 years after Jump King.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Tone86Setting0
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreDark2DPixel Art
Steam👍 94%· 3.4KIGDB74· 3OC82· 29
Year 2017Dev Tyler GlaielOn PS4 · Linux · PC
✓ Both are precision platformers — sharing precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty
≠ Where it differs: brings post-apocalyptic world, while skipping horror tension
Where it drifts furthest from Jump King: setting.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Tone81Setting0
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrative2DPixel Art
Steam👍 84%· 1.8KIGDB88· 7
Year 2008Dev Inti Creates · CapcomOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC
✓ Fits the precision platformers cluster, with precision platforming, punishing difficulty and strong narrative focus
≠ Its own twist: shooter, first-person shooting and setting scifi, while skipping horror tension
Where it drifts furthest from Jump King: setting.
It predates Jump King by 11 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Tone84Setting0
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeFantasyPixel Art2D
Steam👍 97%· 141KRAWG👍 88%· 1.7KMC91IGDB91· 10OC92· 74
Year 2018Dev Matt Makes GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Shared with Jump King: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty
≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, cozy, relaxing feel and exploration and discovery, while skipping horror tension
Celeste is a platformer about climbing a mountain, from the creators of TowerFall. Explore a sprawling mountain with over 500 levels bursting with secrets, across 8 unique areas. Unlock a hardcore Remix for each area, with completely new levels that will push your climbing skills to the limit.
Where it drifts furthest from Jump King: setting.
Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Tone78Genre50Setting38
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeFantasy2DPixel Art
Steam👍 95%· 4.9KRAWG👍 77%· 77MC81IGDB82· 7OC81· 45
Year 2014Dev GalaxyTrail · MarvelousPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Apple Macintosh
✓ If you enjoyed Jump King, expect precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty
≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, cozy, relaxing feel and setting scifi, while skipping horror tension
Freedom Planet is a combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragon girl and her friends against an alien attack force.
Where it drifts furthest from Jump King: setting.
Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Tone74Genre50Setting25
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeDarkHardcore2D
Steam👍 91%· 112IGDB74· 2
Year 2017Dev Sometimes YouPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Like Jump King, it's known for precision platforming, adventure storytelling and dark, oppressive atmosphere
≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, while skipping horror tension
SummarySave the Ninja Clan is a platformer for casual players as well as speed runners. There are two ways to play this game: play through the normal story mode or find secrets/"bugs" in the game to annoy the Game Manager watching. StoryAn evil ninja kidnapped your friends.
Combat100Game mode100Tone78Visuals64Genre50
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrative2D
Steam👍 97%· 2.8KMC82
Year 2022Dev Jonas TyrollerPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ If you enjoyed Jump King, expect precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty
≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, puzzle design and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping horror tension
Dear humans, I wanted to let you know that I am better than you. You are all doomed and this game is a celebration of my superiority.Why should you play this? To entertain me. I made this game for for MY personal entertainment... Oh come on, don't worry... I'll totally make you feel like you stand a chance. Humans get frustrated so easily... pathetic.What is this game?
Released 3 years after Jump King.
Combat100Game mode100Tone73Visuals65Genre50
#10Snake Pass
30
iRank77
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeCasual
Steam👍 80%· 3.3KIGDB72· 12OC74· 90
Year 2017Dev Sumo DigitalOn PS4 · PC · Xbox
✓ Like Jump King, it's known for precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty
≠ Its own twist: puzzle design, deep simulation and vibe casual, while skipping horror tension
Where it drifts furthest from Jump King: visuals.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Jump King.
Combat100Game mode100Tone58Genre50Visuals0
#11Risk of Rain
63
iRank87
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreFantasy2DPixel Art
Steam👍 93%· 30KIGDB85· 4OC77· 17
Year 2013Dev Hopoo Games · Chucklefish GamesOn PS4 · Linux · PC
✓ Fits the precision platformers cluster, with precision platforming, deep RPG systems and action RPG combat
≠ Its own twist: roguelike runs, shooter and survival mechanics, while skipping horror tension
Where it drifts furthest from Jump King: game mode and setting.
Genre100Visuals100Combat65Tone61Setting32Game mode22
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreFantasy2DPixel Art
Steam👍 85%· 41IGDB85· 2
Year 1991Dev Sonic Team · SegaOn PlayStation 3 · PC · iOS
✓ Same family of precision platformers: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty
≠ Its own twist: setting scifi, while skipping horror tension
Where it drifts furthest from Jump King: setting.
It predates Jump King by 28 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals100Tone55Setting32
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreFantasy2D
Steam👍 87%· 3.9KIGDB86· 16OC85· 170
Year 2020Dev Toys for Bob · ActivisionOn Xbox · PS4 · PC
✓ Same family of precision platformers: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty
≠ Its own twist: setting scifi, multiplayer gameplay and visual third person, while skipping horror tension
Where it drifts furthest from Jump King: setting and visuals.
Genre100Combat100Game mode85Tone64Visuals39Setting32
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloHardcore2DPixel ArtCasual
Steam👍 94%· 38KIGDB85· 4OC83· 25
Year 2010Dev Team Meat · BlitWorksOn PS4 · Linux · PC
✓ Both are precision platformers — sharing precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty
≠ Where it differs: brings vibe casual, while skipping horror tension
It predates Jump King by 9 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Tone60
#15Mega Man 11
53
iRank85
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcore2DSci-Fi
Steam👍 89%· 5.3KIGDB80· 12OC81· 115
Year 2018Dev Capcom Development Division 2 · CapcomOn PS4 · PC · Xbox
✓ Fits the precision platformers cluster, with precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty
≠ Where it differs: brings shooter, first-person shooting and setting scifi, while skipping horror tension
Where it drifts furthest from Jump King: setting.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Visuals65Tone60Setting0
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