Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like 1001 Spikes (2026)
Every game below overlaps with 1001 Spikes on things players said about it rather than on our opinion of what feels alike. Each entry shows what it matched on, so you can throw out the ones matching on the part you did not care about.
The games like 1001 Spikes on a map
Compare the whole catalogueThe same 24 games, plotted rather than listed. The two axes below are the ones the ranking is built from, so a game sitting high and right is a game the formula placed near the top. Change either axis to see the field a different way. Where we hold a publisher wordmark, the game is drawn as its mark rather than a dot.
24 games have both
Axes are fitted to these 24 games rather than the full 0 to 100 scale, because a filtered list shares a narrow band and would otherwise sit in one corner. End values are marked. A point on the left edge is the lowest of thesegames, not a low score.
Players. The share of Steam reviews marked positive, pulled toward the catalogue average in proportion to how few reviews stand behind it. A game with 200 reviews moves a long way toward the average; one with 200,000 barely moves at all. Without this a title sitting at 100 percent on nine reviews outranks Half-Life 2 at 98 percent on 278,000.
Popularity. A blend of two things that are not the same. Audience is how many people wrote a Steam review, which is a floor on how many played it. Reach is how many language editions of Wikipedia document the game, which is cultural footprint rather than sales. A game can score high on one and low on the other: a huge free-to-play title has audience without reach, and a landmark console exclusive has reach without a Steam audience at all. Where both exist they are averaged; where only one does, that one carries it.
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Every point links to that game's entry. The value map and the reception map are fixed views of the same data.
How positions are decided
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- Nothing here is paid for. No sponsored placements, no promoted slots, no arrangement of any kind affects a position. If that ever changes it will be labelled and sit outside the ranking.
- No favouritism, including our own. The 16 games we have written full reviews of are scored by exactly the same formula as the other 1,510, from the same third-party inputs, and they land where it puts them. Our own opinion of a game does not enter its coordinates.
- A position is not an endorsement. It says how a game was received and what it costs, not that we recommend it. Where we do recommend something, it carries a written review with a name on it.
- Fetched from live third-party data. Player sentiment from Steam, critic aggregates as published on store pages, prices checked hourly, attention from Wikipedia. Each figure carries its source and the date it was read, and we do not adjust any of them.
The short version
- Closest match: Celeste, which both difficult.
- 1001 Spikes is tagged Precision Platformer, Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult, Adventure, 2D, Pixel Graphics by Steam players. Those tags are what the matching runs on.
- 24 games qualify, each with at least fifty player reviews behind its sentiment figure.
- 1 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
Why players value 1001 Spikes
The five things Steam players tag 1001 Spikes with most. This is the yardstick every game below is measured against: the closer a game matches these, the more it is likely to scratch the same itch.
- Precision Platformer
- Platformer
- Indie
- Action
- Difficult
| Reception | on Steam (83% of 770) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | $14.99 |
Tags, sentiment and reported problems come from Steam players; the story line is from Wikipedia. We do not add a written opinion of our own.
How these were matched
Steam tags carry the most weight, because players apply them and they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Souls-like, Atmospheric and Cozy exist as tags and as nothing else, which is exactly the vocabulary this question needs. Formal genres count for less, themes and a shared studio for more.
Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are thrown out before matching. Nearly everything is tagged Singleplayer, so matching on it is matching on nothing. That cutoff is computed from the catalogue rather than fixed, so it moves as the catalogue grows.
All 24, closest first
- 1
Celeste
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 10 player tags including Precision Platformer, Difficult and Pixel Graphics; released around the same time (2018).
Help Madeline survive her inner demons on her journey to the top of Celeste Mountain, in this super-tight platformer from the creators of TowerFall. Brave hundreds of hand-crafted challenges, uncover devious secrets, and piece together the mystery of the mountain.
Celeste at a glance Released 2018 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 97% positive of 146,352 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: (97% of 146,352)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 5 of 5 — Precision Platformer, Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Precision Platformer, Difficult, Pixel Graphics, Great Soundtrack, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $4.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Precision PlatformerDifficultPixel GraphicsGreat SoundtrackIndiePlatformer2D Platformer2D
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VVVVVV
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 9 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Precision Platformer and Platformer; published by the same company.
VVVVVV is a platform game all about exploring one simple mechanical idea - what if you reversed gravity instead of jumping?
VVVVVV at a glance Released 2010 Studio Terry Cavanagh Player sentiment 96% positive of 10,540 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (96% of 10,540)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 5 of 5 — Precision Platformer, Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Pixel Graphics, Precision Platformer, Platformer, Indie, 2D Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $4.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Pixel GraphicsPrecision PlatformerPlatformerIndie2D PlatformerGreat SoundtrackDifficultRetro
- 3
Super Meat Boy
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 10 player tags including Precision Platformer, Platformer and Difficult.
The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer comes to Steam with a playable Head Crab character (Steam-exclusive)!
Super Meat Boy at a glance Released 2010 Studio Team Meat Player sentiment 94% positive of 39,100 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (94% of 39,100)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 5 of 5 — Precision Platformer, Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Precision Platformer, Platformer, Difficult, Indie, 2D Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $14.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Precision PlatformerPlatformerDifficultIndie2D PlatformerPixel Graphics2DGreat Soundtrack
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Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 9 player tags including Platformer, Pixel Graphics and Retro; released around the same time (2014).
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is the complete Shovel Knight collection, containing all 5 games in the epic saga! Dig, blast, slash, and bash your way through a fantastical, 8-bit inspired world of pixel-perfect platforming, memorable characters, and world-class action-adventure gameplay.
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove at a glance Released 2014 Studio Yacht Club Games Player sentiment 96% positive of 16,898 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (96% of 16,898)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $39.99 — $25.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:PlatformerPixel GraphicsRetroGreat SoundtrackIndie2DDifficultSide Scroller
- 5
METAL SLUG 3
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 9 player tags including Side Scroller, Retro and Local Co-Op; released around the same time (2014).
“METAL SLUG 3”, the masterpiece in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game series, still continues to fascinate millions of fans worldwide to this day for its intricate dot-pixel graphics, and simple and intuitive game controls, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!
METAL SLUG 3 at a glance Released 2014 Studio SNK CORPORATION Player sentiment 90% positive of 9,156 Price $7.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (90% of 9,156)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Arcade, Classic, Action, Co-op, Side Scroller — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $7.99 — $7.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Side ScrollerRetroLocal Co-Op2DGreat SoundtrackPlatformerPixel GraphicsDifficult
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Katana ZERO
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Great Soundtrack and Platformer; released around the same time (2019).
Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.
Katana ZERO at a glance Released 2019 Studio Askiisoft Player sentiment 98% positive of 76,036 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: (98% of 76,036)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Pixel Graphics, Action, Great Soundtrack, Story Rich, Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $14.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Pixel GraphicsGreat SoundtrackPlatformer2D PlatformerIndie2DDifficultRetro
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Cuphead
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 player tags including Difficult, Platformer and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2017).
Cuphead is a classic run and gun action game heavily focused on boss battles. Inspired by cartoons of the 1930s, the visuals and audio are painstakingly created with the same techniques of the era, i.e. traditional hand drawn cel animation, watercolor backgrounds, and original jazz recordings.
Cuphead at a glance Released 2017 Studio Studio MDHR Player sentiment 96% positive of 220,388 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: (96% of 220,388)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Difficult, Cartoon, Co-op, Platformer, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $19.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:DifficultPlatformerGreat SoundtrackLocal Co-Op2DIndieRetroSide Scroller
- 8
Spelunky 2
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 player tags including Platformer, 2D Platformer and Difficult; released around the same time (2020).
Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a roguelike classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family.
Spelunky 2 at a glance Released 2020 Studio Mossmouth Player sentiment 93% positive of 21,915 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (93% of 21,915)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Platformer, 2D Platformer, Difficult, Online Co-Op, Perma Death — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $19.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Platformer2D PlatformerDifficultIndie4 Player LocalLocal Co-Op2DSide Scroller
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Rayman Legends
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 player tags including Platformer, Local Co-Op and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2013).
Michel Ancel, the celebrated creator of Rayman®, Beyond Good & Evil®, and the Raving Rabbids®, returns to unleash his innovative creativity on this new entry into the Rayman® franchise.When Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies discover a mysterious tent filled with captivating paintings, they are suddenly transported to a series of...
Rayman Legends at a glance Released 2013 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 90% positive of 12,323 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (90% of 12,323)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Platformer, Adventure, Local Co-Op, Action, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $29.99 — $15.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, will not launch or install, launchers, accounts and anti-cheat (details)
Shared with 1001 Spikes:PlatformerLocal Co-OpGreat Soundtrack2D4 Player LocalLocal MultiplayerSide ScrollerDifficult
- 10
Jump King
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 player tags including Difficult, Precision Platformer and Indie; released around the same time (2019).
Take up the challenge and face true high-stakes platforming in Jump King! Struggle upwards in search of the Smoking Hot Babe of legend, but explore with care; a single missed jump could lead to a long fall back down...
Jump King at a glance Released 2019 Studio Nexile Player sentiment 90% positive of 13,391 Price $12.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (90% of 13,391)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 5 of 5 — Precision Platformer, Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Psychological Horror, Difficult, Precision Platformer, Indie, Pixel Graphics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $12.99 — $2.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:DifficultPrecision PlatformerIndiePixel GraphicsPlatformer2DRetroSide Scroller
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Pizza Tower
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 player tags including Great Soundtrack, 2D Platformer and Indie.
Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.
Pizza Tower at a glance Released 2023 Studio Tour De Pizza Player sentiment 98% positive of 72,574 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.5/10 · Steam: (98% of 72,574)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Great Soundtrack, 2D Platformer, Fast-Paced, Indie, Cartoony — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $19.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Great Soundtrack2D PlatformerIndiePlatformerPixel Graphics2DDifficultRetro
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Rayman Origins
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Local Co-Op.
Experience the magical universe of Rayman with legendary 2D gameplay that has captured the hearts of millions of fans!
Rayman Origins at a glance Released 2011 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 94% positive of 6,195 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (94% of 6,195)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Platformer, 2D, Local Co-Op, Adventure, Cartoony — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $19.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Platformer2DLocal Co-OpGreat SoundtrackLocal Multiplayer4 Player LocalSide ScrollerDifficult
- 13
Cave Story
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Platformer, Indie and Great Soundtrack; published by the same company.
Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.
Cave Story at a glance Released 2004 Studio Daisuke Amaya Player sentiment 93% positive of 8,305 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (93% of 8,305)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Platformer, Metroidvania, Indie, Great Soundtrack, Pixel Graphics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $14.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:PlatformerIndieGreat SoundtrackPixel Graphics2DRetroDifficult
- 14
PICO PARK
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 player tags including Local Co-Op, Local Multiplayer and Platformer.
PICO PARK is a cooperative local/online multiplay action puzzle game for 2-8 players.
PICO PARK at a glance Released 2021 Studio TECOPARK Player sentiment 91% positive of 29,932 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (91% of 29,932)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Multiplayer, Online Co-Op, Puzzle-Platformer, Co-op, Local Co-Op — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $4.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Local Co-OpLocal MultiplayerPlatformer2DPixel GraphicsIndieDifficultRetro
- 15
Touhou Luna Nights
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Difficult, Side Scroller and Platformer; released around the same time (2019).
Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.
Touhou Luna Nights at a glance Released 2019 Studio Team Ladybug Player sentiment 97% positive of 14,936 Price $17.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (97% of 14,936)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Metroidvania, Difficult, Side Scroller, Exploration, Bullet Hell — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $17.99 — $3.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:DifficultSide ScrollerPlatformer2DPixel GraphicsIndieGreat Soundtrack
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Geometry Dash
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Difficult, Great Soundtrack and Precision Platformer; released around the same time (2013).
Jump and fly your way through danger in this rhythm-based action platformer!
Geometry Dash at a glance Released 2013 Studio RobTop Games Player sentiment 93% positive of 637,714 Price $4.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (93% of 637,714)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 5 of 5 — Precision Platformer, Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Difficult, Music, Level Editor, Great Soundtrack, Precision Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $4.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:DifficultGreat SoundtrackPrecision Platformer2DPlatformerIndieSide Scroller
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Risk of Rain (2013)
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Indie, Platformer and Pixel Graphics; released around the same time (2013).
Risk of Rain is an action platformer with roguelike elements. With permanent death as a primary feature, players will have to play their best to get as far as possible. Fight on a mysterious planet with randomly spawning enemies and bosses, either alone or with 3 friends in online co-op.
Risk of Rain (2013) at a glance Released 2013 Studio Hopoo Games Player sentiment 93% positive of 29,833 Price $1.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (93% of 29,833)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Action Roguelike, Rogue-like, Indie, Platformer, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $1.99 — $13.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:IndiePlatformerPixel GraphicsGreat SoundtrackDifficult2DLocal Co-Op
- 18
Turbo Pug
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Indie, Pixel Graphics and 2D; released around the same time (2015).
It's time to unleash your inner pug! Turbo Pug is a casual runner with difficult, random, procedurally generated levels. Enjoy random weather and try to avoid getting zapped by lightning. Unlock new costumes for your pug and new characters to play as. Please try not to squish your pug!
Turbo Pug at a glance Released 2015 Studio Space Cat Studios Player sentiment 90% positive of 3,362 Price $1.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.2/10 · Steam: (90% of 3,362)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Difficult
Why players like it: Indie, Pixel Graphics, Casual, 2D, Difficult — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $1.99 — $13.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:IndiePixel Graphics2DDifficultSide ScrollerPlatformerGreat Soundtrack
- 19
Blasphemous
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Pixel Graphics, 2D and Indie; released around the same time (2019).
Blasphemous is a brutal action-platformer with skilled hack’n slash combat set in the nightmare world of Cvstodia. Explore, upgrade your abilities, and perform savage executions on the hordes of enemies that stand between you and your quest to break eternal damnation.
Blasphemous at a glance Released 2019 Studio The Game Kitchen Player sentiment 90% positive of 66,881 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (90% of 66,881)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Metroidvania, Pixel Graphics, Souls-like, Dark Fantasy, Gore — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $24.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Pixel Graphics2DIndieDifficultPlatformerGreat SoundtrackSide Scroller
- 20
ibb & obb
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Local Co-Op, Platformer and Indie; released around the same time (2014).
ibb & obb is a two player cooperative game set in a puzzle filled world where gravity goes both up and down. You can only succeed by working closely together. Find a friend for some true local co-op couch fun or match up online.
ibb & obb at a glance Released 2014 Studio Sparpweed Player sentiment 89% positive of 6,830 Price $11.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (89% of 6,830)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Co-op, Online Co-Op, Puzzle, Local Co-Op, Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $11.99 — $3.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Local Co-OpPlatformerIndie2DDifficultGreat SoundtrackLocal Multiplayer
- 21
Super Crate Box
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Indie, Platformer and Pixel Graphics; released around the same time (2012).
Vlambeer's SUPER CRATE BOX is coming to bring back the glory of the golden arcade age, when all that really mattered was getting on that high score list. Grab your baseball cap and loosen your pants, it's time to fight endless hordes of enemies and collect every weapon crate you can.
Super Crate Box at a glance Released 2012 Studio Vlambeer Player sentiment 89% positive of 6,444 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (89% of 6,444)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Free to Play, Indie, Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:IndiePlatformerPixel Graphics2DDifficultRetroGreat Soundtrack
- 22
Cortex Command
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Indie, 2D and Pixel Graphics; released around the same time (2012).
Choose between different factions, with their own set of expendable soldiers, mechas, and weapons. Protect your brain, mine gold, and destroy the enemy cortex in his bunker complex!
Cortex Command at a glance Released 2012 Studio Data Realms Player sentiment 72% positive of 6,034 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.8/10 · Steam: (72% of 6,034)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Strategy, Indie, Action, 2D, Physics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $19.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Indie2DPixel GraphicsLocal Co-OpLocal MultiplayerDifficultPlatformer
- 23
Mighty No. 9
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Platformer, Side Scroller and Retro; released around the same time (2016).
Mighty No. 9 is a 2D Side-scrolling Action game that takes the best elements from 8 and 16-bit classics that you know and love and transforms them with modern tech, fresh mechanics, and fan input into something fresh and amazing!
Mighty No. 9 at a glance Released 2016 Studio Inti Creates Player sentiment 50% positive of 3,453 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.6/10 · Steam: (50% of 3,453)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Platformer, Action, Anime, Kickstarter, Side Scroller — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $19.99 — $5.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:PlatformerSide ScrollerRetroIndieDifficult2DGreat Soundtrack
- 24
Just Shapes & Beats
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 7 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Difficult and 2D; released around the same time (2018).
"Just Shapes & Beats" is a chaotic co-op musical bullet-hell based on three simple things: avoid Shapes, move to the kick-ass Beats, and die, repeatedly.
Just Shapes & Beats at a glance Released 2018 Studio Berzerk Studio Player sentiment 98% positive of 26,015 Price $11.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.3/10 · Steam: (98% of 26,015)
Matches 1001 Spikes on: 3 of 5 — Indie, Action, Difficult
Why players like it: Rhythm, Great Soundtrack, Music, Bullet Hell, Difficult — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs 1001 Spikes: $11.99 — $3.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with 1001 Spikes:Great SoundtrackDifficult2DIndieLocal MultiplayerLocal Co-Op4 Player Local
Common questions
What game is most like 1001 Spikes?
Celeste, on the evidence we have. It both difficult. That is a statement about overlap, not a promise you will like it as much: two games can share every tag and still feel different to play.
How is "similar to 1001 Spikes" decided?
By overlap on the tags Steam players applied to each game, the formal genres, the themes both sit in, and whether the same studio made them. Tags carry the most weight because players write them, so they describe how a game feels rather than how it was filed. Tags carried by more than a third of the catalogue are ignored: matching on "Singleplayer" is matching on nothing. Every entry below shows exactly what it matched on.
Are these ranked by quality?
No. They are ordered by how much they overlap with 1001 Spikes. Where two games overlap equally, the better received one goes first, but that only moves a game a place or two. Each entry shows its own player sentiment so you can weigh that separately.
Do you get paid for these recommendations?
No. The order is computed from tag and genre overlap and nothing else. No placement here can be bought, and a game appearing high on this page is a statement about resemblance rather than an endorsement.