24 Hardcore games like Peaks of Yore that you should try

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We filtered the 36 games similar to Peaks of Yore down to the 24 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 Peaks of Yore.

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The best hardcore games like Peaks of Yore

24 similar games foundUpdated May 2026

Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Peaks of Yore. Each one has been evaluated across 11 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.

#1Getting Over It with Bennett FoddyClosest overall match

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SoloHardcoreNarrativeHorrorDark

Steam👍 82%· 81K

Year 2017Dev Bennett FoddyOn Linux · Android · PC

✓ Fits the precision platformers cluster, with precision platforming, horror tension and adventure storytelling

≠ Where it differs: brings deep simulation, survival mechanics and dark, oppressive atmosphere, while skipping melee combat

Where it drifts furthest from Peaks of Yore: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Peaks of Yore.

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#2Lugaru HDClosest on tone

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SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeExploration

Steam👍 79%· 587RAWG👍 33%· 42

Year 2010Dev Wolfire GamesPlaytime ~1hOn PC · Apple Macintosh · Linux

✓ Same family of precision platformers: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty

≠ Where it differs: brings deep RPG systems, fighting mechanics and action RPG combat, 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 overwhelmingly positive for Peaks of Yore.

It predates Peaks of Yore by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

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#3SANABIClosest on combat

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SoloMeleeNarrativeHardcoreLinear

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 Peaks of Yore: setting and visuals.

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SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeSci-Fi

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 adventure storytelling

Where it drifts furthest from Peaks of Yore: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Peaks of Yore.

It predates Peaks of Yore by 15 years, with what that implies technically.

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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeExploration

Steam👍 97%· 2.8KMC82

Year 2022Dev Jonas TyrollerPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ If you enjoyed Peaks of Yore, 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?

Where it drifts furthest from Peaks of Yore: visuals.

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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeExploration

Steam👍 80%· 3.3KIGDB72· 12OC74· 90

Year 2017Dev Sumo DigitalOn PS4 · PC · Xbox

✓ Like Peaks of Yore, 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 Peaks of Yore: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Peaks of Yore.

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#7Celeste

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SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeExploration

Steam👍 97%· 141KRAWG👍 88%· 1.7KMC91IGDB91· 10OC92· 74

Year 2018Dev Matt Makes GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Shared with Peaks of Yore: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, cozy, relaxing feel and fantasy world, 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 Peaks of Yore: setting and visuals.

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SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeExploration

Steam👍 95%· 4.9KRAWG👍 77%· 77MC81IGDB82· 7OC81· 45

Year 2014Dev GalaxyTrail · MarvelousPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Apple Macintosh

✓ If you enjoyed Peaks of Yore, expect precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, cozy, relaxing feel and fantasy world, 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 Peaks of Yore: setting and visuals.

It predates Peaks of Yore by 9 years, with what that implies technically.

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SoloMeleeHardcoreDarkPost-Apocalyptic

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 dark, oppressive atmosphere, post-apocalyptic world and visual 2d, while skipping horror tension

Where it drifts furthest from Peaks of Yore: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Peaks of Yore.

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#10Mega Man 11

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SoloMeleeHardcoreSci-FiAnime

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 Peaks of Yore: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Peaks of Yore.

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#11Sonic the Hedgehog

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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePrecision Platformer

SoloMeleeHardcoreFantasySci-Fi

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: fantasy world, setting scifi and visual 2d, while skipping horror tension

Where it drifts furthest from Peaks of Yore: setting and visuals.

It predates Peaks of Yore by 32 years, with what that implies technically.

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SoloHardcoreCasual2DPixel Art

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, visual 2d and visual pixel, while skipping horror tension

Where it drifts furthest from Peaks of Yore: visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Peaks of Yore.

It predates Peaks of Yore by 13 years, with what that implies technically.

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#13Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time

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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePrecision Platformer

SoloMeleeHardcoreMultiplayerFantasy

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: fantasy world, setting scifi and multiplayer gameplay, while skipping horror tension

Where it drifts furthest from Peaks of Yore: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Peaks of Yore.

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#14Pizza Tower

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SoloMeleeHardcoreMultiplayerCo-op

Steam👍 98%· 71KRAWG👍 79%· 58IGDB90· 1OC91· 10

Year 2023Dev Tour De PizzaPlaytime ~2hOn PC

✓ Same family of precision platformers: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty

≠ Where it differs: brings multiplayer gameplay, co op and visual 2d, while skipping horror tension

Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer inspired by the Wario Land series, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.

Where it drifts furthest from Peaks of Yore: visuals and game mode.

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#15Spelunky

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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePrecision Platformer

SoloMeleeHardcoreExplorationCo-op

Steam👍 92%· 17KIGDB91· 10OC87· 25

Year 2012Dev BlitWorks · Microsoft StudiosOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC

✓ Fits the precision platformers cluster, with precision platforming, adventure storytelling and punishing difficulty

≠ Stands apart with roguelike runs, survival mechanics and procedural generation, while skipping horror tension

Where it drifts furthest from Peaks of Yore: setting and visuals.

On reception: its Steam reviews are very positive, against overwhelmingly positive for Peaks of Yore.

It predates Peaks of Yore by 11 years, with what that implies technically.

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