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A sizeable retro platformer paying tribute to 80s and 90s classics, featuring plenty of power-ups and over 300 hidden locations to discover.
What defines 8BitBoy:
The closest matches for 8BitBoy are Adventure Apes and the Mayan Mystery, Super Ubie Island Remix and Pinball Spire. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes 8BitBoy special – the reasons are listed right on each game.
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A fast-paced retro platformer in which an ape recovers a stolen magical artifact inside a labyrinthine Mayan temple. The focus is on precise jumping and speed.
93 %
Gameplay comes before story
A charming 2D platformer in the spirit of Super Mario World: as Ubie you run, jump and glide through over 25 levels, find secrets and repair your ship to escape Climate Island.
92 % 13.99 €
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A pinball-meets-metroidvania adventure where you play as the ball itself, bouncing and flipping your way up a mysterious tower full of secrets and obstacles.
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An indie Metroidvania platformer where you explore a large world, fight enemies and uncover a story. Lesser known, but built along classic lines.
91 % 5.99 €
Gameplay comes before story
An indie pixel-art platformer where you play DinoJr and friends, leaping through canyons and ancient ruins in search of the Golden Mollusk. The tone is playful and tongue-in-cheek.
91 % 14.79 €
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A fast action platformer where you swing a giant wrench to chain tricks and combos, stick to walls and ceilings, and escape a mysterious ocean sinkhole. Many handcrafted levels and Metroidvania touches keep it varied.
91 % 8.99 €
Gameplay comes before story
A jungle precision-platformer where you use your whip to harness the powers of wild flowers, collect rare gems and uncover archaeological treasures. Tight timing and skillful movement are the focus.
90 % 16.79 €
Lots to discover
An indie platformer where you pick one of four characters and hunt for a lost treasure in the jungle. Tools like knives, grappling hooks, oxygen tanks and torches help you get past obstacles, fight enemies and collect keys.
89 % 19.50 €
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A fast precision platformer in a Metroidvania shell, where you bounce and stomp through a large interconnected world and chain acrobatic combos. Arcade-style mechanics meet exploration and collectibles.
89 % 8.19 €
Pure single-player experience
A retro platformer where you play a single-pixel hero who absorbs defeated enemies to switch between three forms. You use those forms for jumping challenges and light puzzles, backed by a catchy chiptune soundtrack.