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iRank91
RPGAction RPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opOfflineMeleeNarrativeFantasy2D
Steam👍 96%· 16KIGDB92· 1OC81· 12
Year 2014Dev FrozenbyteOn PS4 · Linux · 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 48 games similar to Timespinner down to the 10 that fit the “Narrative” category. Trine Enchanted Edition, Apotheon and Dust: An Elysian Tail top the list, ranked by affinity and similarity score to Timespinner.
iRank82/ 100
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NarrativeCo-opSolo
Year 2018Dev Lunar Ray Games
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Within the “Narrative” category, the closest game to Timespinner is Trine Enchanted Edition — scoring 79/100 on our similarity scale. Apotheon and Dust: An Elysian Tail follow close behind.
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Handpicked by our similarity algorithm, these are the titles with the highest gameplay match to Timespinner. Each one has been evaluated across 15 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.
RPGAction RPG
SoloMultiplayerMeleeNarrativeFantasyExploration2D
Steam👍 90%· 3.8KRAWG👍 47%· 329MC78IGDB85· 4OC78· 30
Year 2015Dev AlientrapPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Apple Macintosh
✓ Like Timespinner, it's known for deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling
≠ Stands apart with action RPG combat, ranged combat and setting mythology, while skipping setting scifi
The Gods of Olympus have abandoned humanity, leaving you to perish without their benevolence. Take up arms against the Gods, climb Mount Olympus, and take their divine powers for yourself to ensure mankind’s survival!
Where it drifts furthest from Timespinner: setting.
Genre100Tone100Progression100Combat72Visuals57Game mode55
71
iRank84
RPGAction RPG
SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyExploration2D
Steam👍 95%· 19KRAWG👍 67%· 626MC84IGDB82· 7
Year 2012Dev Humble Hearts · Microsoft StudiosPlaytime ~4hOn PC · PS · Xbox
✓ Shared with Timespinner: deep RPG systems, precision platforming and Metroidvania exploration
≠ Its own twist: action RPG combat, fighting mechanics and setting anime, while skipping setting scifi
Dust: an Elysian Tale is an action role-playing game with metroidvania elements set in an imaginary world called Falana. Dust, the main character, with his sentient sword called Blade of Ahrah and guardian Fidget explores the “2D” side-scrolled environments.
Where it drifts furthest from Timespinner: game mode.
Genre100Combat100Tone100Progression74Setting57Visuals57
RPGAction RPG
SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasyExploration2D
Steam👍 96%· 2.3KRAWG👍 87%· 29IGDB81· 2OC79· 19
Year 2022Dev Kyle Thompson · Armor Games StudiosPlaytime ~5hOn PC · Xbox · Nintendo
✓ Like Timespinner, it's known for deep RPG systems, Metroidvania exploration and adventure storytelling
≠ Stands apart with cozy, relaxing feel and open world exploration, while skipping setting scifi
Iko is an aspiring yet hopeful warrior exploring the land and sky to reunite a series of floating islands. With his rickety airship, he must travel from island to island in order to reignite each one’s magnetic core while fighting off the many adversaries standing in his way.
Where it drifts furthest from Timespinner: game mode.
Released 4 years after Timespinner.
Genre100Combat100Progression100Setting68Visuals58Tone56
68
iRank88
RPGAction RPG
SoloCo-opMultiplayerOfflineNarrativeFantasy2D
Steam👍 91%· 13KIGDB88· 14OC83· 88
Year 2014Dev Ubisoft Montreal · Ubisoft EntertainmentOn PlayStation 3 · PS4 · PC
✓ Like Timespinner, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings turn-based strategy, cozy, relaxing feel and combat magic, while skipping Metroidvania exploration
Where it drifts furthest from Timespinner: combat and progression.
Genre100Game mode100Tone77Setting67Visuals57Combat0
65
iRank97
RPGAction RPG
MeleeNarrativeFantasy2DPixel Art
Steam👍 97%· 4.4K
Year 2016Dev Castro BrothersPlaytime ~4hOn PC
✓ Like Timespinner, it's known for deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling
≠ Where it differs: brings puzzle design and vibe casual, while skipping Metroidvania exploration
Plataformas voadoras, inimigos coloridos, armas mágicas e física inexplicável. Isso tudo com uma música de fundo que acompanha a saga de um cavaleiro.
Genre100Combat100Visuals100Setting65Tone57
RPGAction RPG
OfflineSoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeNarrativeExploration
IGDB65· 2
Year 2008Dev Namco Tales Studio · Bandai Namco Entertainment
✓ Like Timespinner, it's known for deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and melee combat
≠ Stands apart with open world exploration, while skipping precision platforming
It predates Timespinner by 10 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Combat100Game mode100Tone100Progression100
62
iRank85
RPGAction RPG
SoloMeleeNarrativeFantasySci-Fi2D
Steam👍 90%· 2.0KIGDB80· 7OC80· 65
Year 2018Dev ThroughLine Games · Square Enix CollectiveOn PS4 · Android · PC
✓ If you enjoyed Timespinner, expect deep RPG systems, precision platforming and adventure storytelling
≠ Stands apart with puzzle design, vibe casual and setting anime, while skipping Metroidvania exploration
Where it drifts furthest from Timespinner: game mode.
Genre100Combat100Setting74Tone62Visuals59Game mode25
RPGAction RPG
SoloMultiplayerCo-opMeleeNarrativeFantasy
Steam👍 88%· 44KRAWG👍 89%· 62OC75· 60
Year 2023Dev Owlcat GamesPlaytime ~9hOn PC · Apple Macintosh
✓ Like Timespinner, it's known for deep RPG systems, adventure storytelling and strong narrative focus
≠ Its own twist: turn-based strategy, dark, oppressive atmosphere and combat tactical, while skipping precision platforming
You will take on the role of a Rogue Trader, a scion of an ancient dynasty of daring privateers, that reign over their own merchant empire and explore the fringes of Imperial space with the blessing of the Emperor Himself. Thanks to their Warrant of Trade - the Rogue Trader is endowed with privileges and power beyond imagination as well as the task of expanding the borders of the Imperium.
Where it drifts furthest from Timespinner: progression.
Released 5 years after Timespinner.
Genre100Setting67Game mode66Tone63Combat58Progression0
47
RPGAction RPG
SoloCo-opNarrative2D
Year 1995Dev Capcom
✓ Like Timespinner, it's known for deep RPG systems, strong narrative focus and single-player focus
≠ Where it differs: brings action RPG combat, while skipping precision platforming
It predates Timespinner by 23 years, with what that implies technically.
Genre100Tone100Game mode64Visuals56
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