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iRank87
Platformer2D Platformer
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOnlineProcedural2D
IGDB87· 10OC88· 69
Year 2020Dev BlitWorks · MossmouthOn Xbox · PS4 · PC
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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 Mother Machine down to the 6 that fit the “Nintendo Switch” category. Spelunky 2, Spiritfarer and Sonic Forces top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Mother Machine.
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Within the “Nintendo Switch” category, the closest game to Mother Machine is Spelunky 2 — scoring 77/100 on our similarity scale. Spiritfarer and Sonic Forces follow close behind.
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The best games like Mother Machine on Nintendo Switch
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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
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
63
iRank90
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
SoloMelee2DFantasyPixel Art
Steam👍 94%· 481IGDB83· 6OC86· 32
Year 2017Dev Yacht Club GamesOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Linux
✓ Same family of 2D platformers: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and melee combat
≠ Where it differs: brings fantasy world and visual pixel, while skipping roguelike runs
Where it drifts furthest from Mother Machine: game mode.
It predates Mother Machine by 8 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Visuals51Game mode15
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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
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