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iRank87
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineProcedural2D
IGDB87· 10OC88· 69
Year 2020Dev BlitWorks · MossmouthOn Xbox · PS4 · PC
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Looking for games like Mother Machine? We analyzed its gameplay DNA — precision platforming, strong narrative focus and procedural generation — against over 6,700 titles. These 50 alternatives are ranked by real similarity, not marketing tags. Spelunky 2 leads with 77/100, followed by the rest of the list.
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The closest game to Mother Machine is Spelunky 2 — scoring 77/100 on our similarity scale. Spiritfarer and Rayman Origins follow close behind.
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Top games similar to Mother Machine
50 similar games foundUpdated May 2026
Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Mother Machine. Each one has been evaluated across 16 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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iRank91
Platformer2D Platformer
Co-opSoloMultiplayerOfflineNarrativeCozyExploration2D
Steam👍 95%· 52KIGDB88· 7OC87· 76
Year 2020Dev Thunder LotusOn PS4 · Linux · PC
✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus
≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, vibe relaxing and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs
Where it drifts furthest from Mother Machine: progression.
Genre100Game mode81Tone69Visuals65Progression32
69
iRank93
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOfflineMelee2D
Steam👍 94%· 5.9KIGDB89· 8
Year 2011Dev Ubisoft Montpellier · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3 · PC · Mac
Platformer2D Platformer
MultiplayerCo-opSoloOfflineMelee2D
Steam👍 89%· 1.4K
Year 1998Dev DotEmu · SNK PlaymoreOn PlayStation 3 · Android · PC
✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and melee combat
≠ Its own twist: shooter, first-person shooting and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs
It predates Mother Machine by 27 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode80Visuals61
Platformer2D Platformer
OfflineSoloMultiplayerCo-opMelee2D
Steam👍 86%· 37IGDB90· 2
Year 1992Dev Sega Technical Institute · SegaOn PlayStation 3 · PC
✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, adventure storytelling and melee combat
≠ Stands apart with setting scifi and visual pixel, while skipping roguelike runs
It predates Mother Machine by 33 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode82Visuals56
Platformer2D Platformer
OfflineMultiplayerCo-opSoloMelee2D
Steam👍 95%· 3.6KRAWG👍 74%· 291MC87IGDB87· 6OC84· 42
Year 2013Dev Matt Makes GamesPlaytime ~3hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, adventure storytelling and melee combat
≠ Where it differs: brings fighting mechanics, ranged combat and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs
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 Mother Machine: visuals.
It predates Mother Machine by 12 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode83Combat69Visuals48
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOfflineMelee2D
Steam👍 94%· 28KIGDB85· 16OC87· 126
Year 2017Dev Headcannon · SegaOn PS4 · PC · Xbox
✓ Fits the 2D platformers cluster, with precision platforming, adventure storytelling and melee combat
≠ Its own twist: vibe casual, visual pixel and visual third person, while skipping roguelike runs
Where it drifts furthest from Mother Machine: tone and visuals.
It predates Mother Machine by 8 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode81Visuals41Tone0
Platformer2D Platformer
OfflineSoloMultiplayerCo-op2D
IGDB87· 4
Year 2011Dev HAL Laboratory · Nintendo
60
iRank86
Platformer2D Platformer
MultiplayerOfflineCo-opSoloOnlineMelee2D
Steam👍 89%· 23KIGDB80· 1
Year 2016Dev Those Awesome GuysOn PS4 · Linux · PC
✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, melee combat and multiplayer gameplay
≠ Its own twist: vibe casual, competitive edge and PvP competition, while skipping adventure storytelling
Where it drifts furthest from Mother Machine: tone.
It predates Mother Machine by 9 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode96Visuals66Tone0
69
Platformer2D Platformer
OfflineSoloMultiplayerCo-opMelee2D
Year 1997Dev HAL Laboratory · Nintendo
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloMultiplayerCo-opMelee2D
IGDB95· 2
Year 2006Dev Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development · Nintendo
✓ Both are 2D platformers — sharing precision platforming, adventure storytelling and melee combat
≠ Stands apart with dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping roguelike runs
Where it drifts furthest from Mother Machine: tone.
It predates Mother Machine by 19 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Visuals65Game mode58Tone0
Platformer2D Platformer
OfflineSoloMultiplayerMelee2D
IGDB65· 2
Year 2006Dev HAL Laboratory · Nintendo
63
iRank58
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeNarrativeSkill Tree2D
Steam👍 59%· 8.5KIGDB57· 11OC56· 95
Year 2017Dev Sonic Team · Sega GamesOn PS4 · PC · Xbox
✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus
≠ Where it differs: brings horror tension, combat tactical and fantasy world, while skipping roguelike runs
Where it drifts furthest from Mother Machine: visuals.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against mostly positive for Mother Machine.
It predates Mother Machine by 8 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat80Progression71Game mode58Tone58Visuals46
Platformer2D Platformer
Co-opSoloMultiplayerOfflineMelee2D
Steam👍 94%· 16IGDB60· 1
Year 1993Dev Treasure · Tec ToyOn PlayStation 3 · Linux · Android
✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, melee combat and co op
≠ Where it differs: brings shooter, combat tactical and setting scifi, while skipping adventure storytelling
It predates Mother Machine by 32 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode80Combat63Visuals55
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloMultiplayerCo-op2D
IGDB85· 4
Year 2010Dev Good-Feel · Nintendo
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61
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54
New Super Mario Bros. 2
Platformer · Adventure
51
Sonic Generations
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54
Kirby: Nightmare in Dream Land
Platformer · Adventure
55
Balloon Fight
Platformer · Adventure
48
Shovel Knight: Specter of Torment
Platformer · Adventure
48
Sonic CD
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54
Sonic Lost World
Platformer · Adventure
48
Metal Slug 3
Platformer · Shooter
48
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48
Disney's Hercules Action Game
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46
Donkey Kong Country Returns
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Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
Platformer
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Disney's Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers
Platformer · Adventure
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Disney's Chip 'n Dale Rescue Rangers 2
Platformer · Adventure
46
Donkey Kong Country
Platformer
46
Yoshi's Woolly World
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Ice Climber
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52
Wannabe Galgame God!!!
Platformer · Adventure
46
Sonic Rush
Platformer
46
Trials Fusion
Platformer · Racing
50
Contra: Hard Corps
Platformer · Shooter
48
Super Mario Bros. 2
Platformer · Adventure
46
Super Contra
Platformer · Shooter
46
Sonic & Knuckles
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Jazz Jackrabbit 2
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46
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the best game similar to Mother Machine?
- The closest game to Mother Machine is Spelunky 2, scoring 77/100 on our similarity scale. They share 9 gameplay attributes, including precision platforming, adventure storytelling and roguelike runs. It's the most faithful alternative currently available.
- What are the top games like Mother Machine?
- The three closest games to Mother Machine are: 1. Spelunky 2 (77/100, 9 shared attributes) 2. Spiritfarer (72/100, 10 shared attributes) 3. Rayman Origins (69/100, 8 shared attributes). All share Mother Machine's most important gameplay attributes, ranked out of 50 candidates across 16 dimensions.
- Is Spiritfarer similar to Mother Machine?
- Yes, very much so — Spiritfarer scores 72/100 similarity to Mother Machine. They share 10 attributes, including precision platforming and adventure storytelling. It's one of the most direct alternatives available.
- What Platformer games are similar to Mother Machine?
- The best Platformer games similar to Mother Machine are Spelunky 2, Spiritfarer, Rayman Origins and Metal Slug 2. All share the Platformer genre alongside other key Mother Machine attributes like precision platforming, adventure storytelling and roguelike runs.
- How is similarity to Mother Machine calculated?
- We compare Mother Machine against every game in our catalog using 16 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 Mother Machine experience, not just whether it shares the same genre label.