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Games like Instinct

PC

An indie platformer built on die-and-retry design, mixing precise platforming with intense combat. Based on the limited information available, it looks demanding and reflex-driven.

  • Challenging difficulty
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Action-packed real-time combat

The closest matches for Instinct are Color Guardians, Shadow Dancer and Blaite. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Instinct special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Shadow Dancer

Challenging difficulty

A classic arcade action platformer where a ninja and his dog take on terrorists through short, demanding stages with shuriken and sword. A sequel to Shinobi that rewards reflexes and memorization.

Blaite

Challenging difficulty

A brutally tough platformer where you retry levels over and over until you master them. Precision and persistence are what it is all about.

Blood Harvest 2

Challenging difficulty

A punishing indie platformer where you fight through hordes of enemies amid lots of blood and explosions. Expect fast action and high difficulty.

Cataegis : The White Wind

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A frantic 2D arcade action game in a retro style that pays tribute to the 8-bit side-scrollers of old. Quick reflexes and classic arcade feel take center stage.

The Revenge of Shinobi

Challenging difficulty

A classic 16-bit Sega ninja platformer where you play Joe Musashi, slicing through tight, punchy stages with shuriken, sword and ninja magic against a criminal syndicate. Known for its great soundtrack and demanding action.

The Impossible Game

Pure single-player experience

A minimalist rhythm platformer where you guide a square over obstacles with one-button jumps timed to the music. Brutally hard with instant restarts, and the PC version adds a level editor.

Aftergrinder

Challenging difficulty

A frantic arcade runner where you die and retry again and again. Quick reflexes and fast restarts are the heart of it.

Reset 1-1

Pure single-player experience

A tough retro-style platformer where you play a nameless hero fighting through a world overrun by demons after the apocalypse. Precise jumping and quick reflexes are key.

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