12 Narrative games like Peaks of Yore that you should try

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Ranking compiled by Lluis Enric Mayans, Founder & Head of ContentUpdated May 19, 2026How this is calculatedOrdered by an attribute-similarity model, not editorial opinion.

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We filtered the 36 games similar to Peaks of Yore down to the 12 that fit the “Narrative” 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 narrative games like Peaks of Yore

12 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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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePrecision Platformer

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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Steam itch.io

#3SANABIClosest on combat

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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePrecision Platformer

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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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePrecision Platformer

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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Steam Epic Xbox

#7Celeste

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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

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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Steam GOG PS

#9InmostClosest on setting

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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

SoloMeleeNarrativeHorrorExploration

Steam👍 91%· 7.2KIGDB80· 1OC80· 25

Year 2019Dev Hidden Layer Games · Chucklefish GamesOn Android · PC · iOS

✓ Like Peaks of Yore, it's known for precision platforming, adventure storytelling and horror tension

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, dark, oppressive atmosphere and visual pixel, while skipping punishing difficulty

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

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

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Steam GOG Nintendo

#10Psychonauts

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GenrePlatformerSubgenrePuzzle-Platformer

SoloMeleeNarrativeExplorationDark

Steam👍 95%· 19KRAWG👍 79%· 985MC87IGDB85· 6OC89· 8

Year 2005Dev Double Fine Productions · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox

✓ Like Peaks of Yore, it's known for precision platforming, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, dark, oppressive atmosphere and visual third person, while skipping horror tension

Double Fine Productions and Tim Shafer are known for making very curious games out of amazing ideas. Psychonauts is exactly about some idea. You have to get inside people's mind and help them fight with their fears or memories from the past.

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

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

It predates Peaks of Yore by 18 years, with what that implies technically.

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Steam GOG Xbox

#11TY the Tasmanian Tiger

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GenrePlatformerSubgenre3D Platformer

SoloMeleeNarrativeLinearThird Person

Steam👍 98%· 2.7KRAWG👍 82%· 22IGDB75· 1OC75· 12

Year 2016Dev Krome StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC

✓ Shared with Peaks of Yore: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus

≠ Where it differs: brings linear, story-driven structure and visual third person, while skipping horror tension

TY the Tasmanian Tiger 2: Bush Rescue In Early Access!TY2 is now available on Steam, in Early Access. To get it, go here! About the Game STONE THE CROWS! Are you ready to explore the wilds of the Australian Outback in this remastered version of the classic game, TY the Tasmanian Tiger?

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

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