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SoloHardcoreNarrativeDarkHorror2D
Steam👍 82%· 81K
Year 2017Dev Bennett FoddyOn Linux · Android · PC
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We filtered the 37 games similar to Splodey down to the 13 that fit the “Narrative” category. Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy, The Bridge and SANABI top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Splodey.
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Within the “Narrative” category, the closest game to Splodey is Getting Over It with Bennett Foddy — scoring 80/100 on our similarity scale. The Bridge and SANABI follow close behind.
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The best narrative games like Splodey
13 similar games foundUpdated May 2026
Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Splodey. Each one has been evaluated across 13 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.
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloNarrativeHardcoreDarkFantasy2D
Steam👍 87%· 4.3KIGDB69· 5OC73· 17
Year 2013Dev Ty Taylor & Mario Castañeda · The Quantum Astrophysicists GuildOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Linux
✓ Like Splodey, it's known for precision platforming, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus
≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design and vibe casual, while skipping horror tension
It predates Splodey by 11 years, with what that implies technically.
Game mode100Tone79Visuals67Setting53Genre50
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 Splodey: setting.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Tone89Combat64Setting0
PlatformerPrecision Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeStealth
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.
Where it drifts furthest from Splodey: combat.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mostly positive, against very positive for Splodey.
It predates Splodey by 14 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Tone87Combat45
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 Splodey: setting.
It predates Splodey by 16 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Game mode100Visuals100Tone87Combat66Setting0
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iRank88
Platformer3D Platformer
SoloMagicMeleeNarrativeDarkFantasyHorror
Steam👍 94%· 4.5KIGDB86· 4OC76· 176
Year 2025Dev Compulsion Games · Xbox Game StudiosOn Xbox · Switch · PC
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkHorrorPixel Art2D
Steam👍 91%· 7.2KIGDB80· 1OC80· 25
Year 2019Dev Hidden Layer Games · Chucklefish GamesOn Android · PC · iOS
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloNarrativeDarkHorrorFantasy2D
Steam👍 92%· 14KIGDB61· 1
Year 2019Dev Killmonday Games HBOn PS4 · Linux · PC
✓ Like Splodey, it's known for precision platforming, horror tension and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, vibe casual and cozy, relaxing feel, while skipping punishing difficulty
Where it drifts furthest from Splodey: tone.
Game mode100Setting100Visuals65Genre50Tone43
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloDarkNarrativeHorror2D
Steam👍 92%· 61KIGDB84· 10
Year 2010Dev Playdead · Microsoft Game StudiosOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · Linux
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrativeFantasyPixel Art2D
Steam👍 97%· 141KRAWG👍 88%· 1.7KMC91IGDB91· 10OC92· 74
Year 2018Dev Matt Makes GamesPlaytime ~6hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Shared with Splodey: 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.
Game mode100Visuals100Tone80Setting53Combat52Genre50
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeNarrativeDarkFantasyHorror
Steam👍 67%· 1.1KIGDB95· 2
Year 2001Dev Crystal Dynamics · Eidos InteractiveOn PC
✓ Shared with Splodey: precision platforming, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus
≠ Its own twist: puzzle design and visual third person, while skipping horror tension
Where it drifts furthest from Splodey: visuals.
On reception: its Steam reviews are mixed, against very positive for Splodey.
It predates Splodey by 23 years, with what that implies technically.
Game mode100Setting100Combat65Tone62Genre50Visuals0
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloNarrativeHardcoreFantasy2D
Steam👍 93%· 9.9KIGDB87· 3
Year 2008Dev Number None Inc.On PlayStation 3 · Linux · PC
✓ Like Splodey, it's known for precision platforming, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus
≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design, while skipping horror tension
It predates Splodey by 16 years, with what that implies technically.
Game mode100Tone86Visuals65Setting53Genre50
PlatformerPuzzle-Platformer
SoloMeleeHardcoreNarrative2D
Steam👍 97%· 2.8KMC82
Year 2022Dev Jonas TyrollerPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ If you enjoyed Splodey, 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?
Game mode100Tone74Visuals65Combat59Genre50
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