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24 games like Earthworm Jim 2 (2026)

Recomputed 19 October 2026 · Ordered by overlap, not by score · Free to read, nothing here is paid for

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The short version

Closest match: Earthworm Jim, which made by the same studio, Shiny Entertainment.
Earthworm Jim 2 is tagged Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D, Comedy, Side Scroller, Family Friendly 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 from the same studio: Earthworm Jim.

Why players value Earthworm Jim 2

The five things Steam players tag Earthworm Jim 2 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.

Adventure
Action
Classic
Platformer
2D

Earthworm Jim 2 at a glance
Reception	Mostly Positive on Steam (71% of 113)
Watch-outs	no widespread problems reported by players
Price	$19.99

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
Earthworm Jim
Why it matched: made by the same studio, Shiny Entertainment; shares 4 player tags including Platformer, Classic and 2D; released around the same time (1994).
Jim wasn't always a studly super-worm. He was once just a spineless, dirt-eater with no real mission in his life...
Earthworm Jim at a glance
Released 1994 Studio Shiny Entertainment
Player sentiment 51% positive of 176 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.7/10 · Steam: Mixed (51% of 176)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Action, Adventure, Platformer, Classic, 2D — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerClassic2DComedy
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Sonic Mania
Why it matched: shares 6 player tags including 2D, Platformer and Retro.
Experience the ultimate celebration of past and future in Sonic Mania, an all-new 2D Sonic adventure running at a crisp 60FPS with stunning HD retro-style graphics.
Sonic Mania at a glance
Released 2017 Studio Christian Whitehead
Player sentiment 94% positive of 28,802 Price $19.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 28,802)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Great Soundtrack, 2D, Platformer, Retro, Classic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:2DPlatformerRetroClassicSide ScrollerFamily Friendly
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3
DuckTales
Why it matched: shares 6 player tags including Platformer, Retro and Classic.
DuckTales: Remastered is a beautiful hand-crafted reimagining of one of the most cherished 8-bit titles of all time. Go back to one of the golden ages of gaming, now refined with a level of detail that will please the most hardened devoted Disney or retro Capcom fan alike.
DuckTales at a glance
Released 1989 Studio Capcom
Player sentiment 88% positive of 7,930 Price $3.74
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: Very Positive (88% of 7,930)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Platformer, Adventure, Remake, Action, Retro — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $3.74 — $16.25 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerRetroClassic2DFamily FriendlySide Scroller
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4
Prehistorik 2
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, Retro and 2D; released around the same time (1993).
Prehistorik 2 is a classic platform game where you walk and jump through the levels then whack enemies on the head with a club in your quest for food.
Prehistorik 2 at a glance
Released 1993 Studio Titus Interactive
Player sentiment 90% positive of 70 Price $14.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (90% of 70)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Adventure, Action, Platformer, Retro, 2D — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $14.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerRetro2DSide ScrollerClassic
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5
Metal Slug
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including 2D, Side Scroller and Retro; released around the same time (1996).
“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!
Metal Slug at a glance
Released 1996 Studio Nazca Corporation
Player sentiment 89% positive of 5,258 Price $7.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.1/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 5,258)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Action, Arcade, 2D, Shoot 'Em Up, Side Scroller — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $7.99 — $12.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter, controller and input, crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:2DSide ScrollerRetroClassicPlatformer
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6
Metal Slug 2
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including 2D, Side Scroller and Retro; released around the same time (1998).
“METAL SLUG 2”, the 2nd entry in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game returns to the battlefield on the Steam gaming platform!
Metal Slug 2 at a glance
Released 1998 Studio SNK
Player sentiment 89% positive of 1,432 Price $6.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 1,432)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 4 of 5 — Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Action, Arcade, 2D, Side Scroller, Retro — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $6.99 — $13.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter (details)
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:2DSide ScrollerRetroClassicPlatformer
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7
Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, Classic and 2D; released around the same time (1997).
Selected by the fickle finger of fate, Abe™, floor-waxer first class for RuptureFarms, was catapulted into a life of adventure when he overheard plans by his boss, Molluck the Glukkon™, to turn Abe and his fellow Mudokons into Tasty Treats as part of a last-ditch effort to rescue Molluck's failing meat-packing empire.
Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee at a glance
Released 1997 Studio Oddworld Inhabitants
Player sentiment 85% positive of 4,534 Price $2.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (85% of 4,534)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Adventure, Platformer, Classic, Puzzle, 2D — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $2.99 — $17.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter, controller and input (details)
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerClassic2DRetroComedy
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8
Another World
Why it matched: shares 4 player tags including Platformer, Retro and 2D; published by the same company; released around the same time (1991).
Also known as Out Of This World™, Another World is a pioneer action/platformer that released across more than a dozen platforms since its debut in 1991. Along the years, Another World™ has attained cult status among critics and sophisticated gamers alike.
Another World at a glance
Released 1991 Studio Éric Chahi
Player sentiment 83% positive of 2,044 Price $9.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (83% of 2,044)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Adventure, Platformer, Action, Retro, Remake — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $9.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerRetro2DClassic
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9
Flashback
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, Retro and Classic; released around the same time (1992).
FLASHBACK™, the hit action-adventure game with over 2.2 million units sold, is back!
Flashback at a glance
Released 1992 Studio Delphine Software International
Player sentiment 78% positive of 603 Price $9.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.3/10 · Steam: Mostly Positive (78% of 603)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Adventure, Action, Platformer, Retro, 1990's — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $9.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerRetroClassic2DSide Scroller
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10
Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, Retro and 2D.
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: Overwhelmingly Positive (96% of 16,898)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 4 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $39.99 — $20.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerRetro2DSide ScrollerComedy
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11
Rayman Origins
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Comedy.
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: Very Positive (94% of 6,195)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 4 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Platformer, 2D, Local Co-Op, Adventure, Cartoony — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:Platformer2DComedyFamily FriendlySide Scroller
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12
Sonic Generations
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Family Friendly.
Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old!
Sonic Generations at a glance
Released 2011 Studio Sonic Team
Player sentiment 94% positive of 25,507 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 25,507)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced, 3D Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: players report performance and stutter, crashes and freezes, will not launch or install (details)
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:Platformer2DFamily FriendlyClassicRetro
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13
Super Meat Boy
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Retro.
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: Very Positive (94% of 39,100)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 3 of 5 — Action, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Precision Platformer, Platformer, Difficult, Indie, 2D Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $14.99 — $5.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:Platformer2DRetroComedySide Scroller
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14
Sonic Generations Collection
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Family Friendly.
Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old!
Sonic Generations Collection at a glance
Released 2011 Studio Devil's Details
Player sentiment 94% positive of 25,507 Price Not listed
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 25,507)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Action, Fast-Paced, 3D Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:Platformer2DFamily FriendlyClassicRetro
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15
Worms Armageddon
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Classic, 2D and Comedy.
The iconic intrepid invertebrates return with a vengeance in the fan-favourite classic Worms™ Armageddon. Relive their glory days once again as you blast your way into enemy territory, sweep their fields and remain the last worm standing.
Worms Armageddon at a glance
Released 2013 Studio Team17 Digital Ltd
Player sentiment 94% positive of 10,914 Price $2.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (94% of 10,914)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Strategy, Multiplayer, Classic, Turn-Based, Turn-Based Strategy — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $2.99 — $17.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:Classic2DComedyPlatformerRetro
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16
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, Classic and Family Friendly.
Your favorite marsupial, Crash Bandicoot™, is back! He’s enhanced, entranced and ready-to-dance with the N. Sane Trilogy. Relive all your favorite moments in Crash Bandicoot™, Crash Bandicoot™ 2: Cortex Strikes Back and Crash Bandicoot™ 3: Warped, now in fully-remastered graphical glory!
Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy at a glance
Released 2018 Studio Vicarious Visions
Player sentiment 92% positive of 22,128 Price $39.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: Very Positive (92% of 22,128)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 4 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer
Why players like it: 3D Platformer, Remake, Platformer, Classic, Difficult — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $39.99 — $20.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerClassicFamily FriendlyRetroComedy
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17
Rayman Legends
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Family Friendly.
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: Very Positive (90% of 12,323)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 4 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Platformer, Adventure, Local Co-Op, Action, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $29.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, will not launch or install, launchers, accounts and anti-cheat (details)
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:Platformer2DFamily FriendlySide ScrollerComedy
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18
METAL SLUG 3
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Classic, Side Scroller and Retro.
“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: Very Positive (90% of 9,156)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 4 of 5 — Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Arcade, Classic, Action, Co-op, Side Scroller — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $7.99 — $12.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:ClassicSide ScrollerRetro2DPlatformer
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19
Sonic Adventure 2
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, Classic and Retro.
Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world!
Sonic Adventure 2 at a glance
Released 2001 Studio Sonic Team
Player sentiment 89% positive of 28,482 Price $9.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: Very Positive (89% of 28,482)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 4 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer
Why players like it: Action, Great Soundtrack, 3D Platformer, Platformer, Fast-Paced — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $9.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerClassicRetroFamily FriendlyComedy
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20
Strider
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, Side Scroller and Retro.
Strider returns in a brand new adventure, complete with incredible side-scrolling action, and lightning fast combat all in a massive interconnected world! Download the full game February 19th and become the original assassin!
Strider at a glance
Released 1989 Studio Capcom
Player sentiment 81% positive of 4,245 Price $4.49
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: Very Positive (81% of 4,245)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Platformer, Metroidvania, Action, Ninja, Side Scroller — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $4.49 — $15.50 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report launchers, accounts and anti-cheat, crashes and freezes, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerSide ScrollerRetroClassic2D
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21
Mighty No. 9
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, Side Scroller and Retro.
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: Mixed (50% of 3,453)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 3 of 5 — Action, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Platformer, Action, Anime, Kickstarter, Side Scroller — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerSide ScrollerRetroComedy2D
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22
The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Comedy, Classic and 2D.
Back by popular demand, The Secret of Monkey Island™: Special Edition faithfully re-imagines the internationally-acclaimed classic game (originally released in 1990) for original and new audiences alike.
The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition at a glance
Released 2009 Studio LucasArts
Player sentiment 95% positive of 6,227 Price $9.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: Overwhelmingly Positive (95% of 6,227)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 3 of 5 — Adventure, Classic, 2D
Why players like it: Point & Click, Adventure, Comedy, Classic, Pirates — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $9.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:ComedyClassic2DRetroFamily Friendly
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23
Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Family Friendly.
The sequel fans have waited 16 years for is finally here - Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I! Featuring enhanced gameplay elements, including the classic Sonic Spin Dash, and the versatile Homing Attack, Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode I picks up right where Sonic and Knuckles™ left off. Dr.
Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I at a glance
Released 2010 Studio Sonic Team
Player sentiment 40% positive of 3,874 Price $9.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 4.1/10 · Steam: Mixed (40% of 3,874)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 4 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Platformer, 2D, Action, Adventure, Colorful — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $9.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:Platformer2DFamily FriendlySide ScrollerRetro
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24
Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow
Why it matched: shares 4 player tags including Platformer, Classic and 2D; released around the same time (1995).
When he morphs into a Ninja, you'd better Duck.
Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow at a glance
Released 1995 Studio Disney Interactive Studios
Player sentiment 59% positive of 111 Price $5.99
Verdict: GamingPickz Score 5.6/10 · Steam: Mixed (59% of 111)
Matches Earthworm Jim 2 on: 5 of 5 — Adventure, Action, Classic, Platformer, 2D
Why players like it: Action, Platformer, Classic, 2D, Pixel Graphics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Earthworm Jim 2: $5.99 — $14.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Earthworm Jim 2:PlatformerClassic2DRetro
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Earthworm Jim at a glance
Released	1994	Studio	Shiny Entertainment
Player sentiment	51% positive of 176	Price	$19.99

Sonic Mania at a glance
Released	2017	Studio	Christian Whitehead
Player sentiment	94% positive of 28,802	Price	$19.99

DuckTales at a glance
Released	1989	Studio	Capcom
Player sentiment	88% positive of 7,930	Price	$3.74

Prehistorik 2 at a glance
Released	1993	Studio	Titus Interactive
Player sentiment	90% positive of 70	Price	$14.99

Metal Slug at a glance
Released	1996	Studio	Nazca Corporation
Player sentiment	89% positive of 5,258	Price	$7.99

Metal Slug 2 at a glance
Released	1998	Studio	SNK
Player sentiment	89% positive of 1,432	Price	$6.99

Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee at a glance
Released	1997	Studio	Oddworld Inhabitants
Player sentiment	85% positive of 4,534	Price	$2.99

Another World at a glance
Released	1991	Studio	Éric Chahi
Player sentiment	83% positive of 2,044	Price	$9.99

Flashback at a glance
Released	1992	Studio	Delphine Software International
Player sentiment	78% positive of 603	Price	$9.99

Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	Yacht Club Games
Player sentiment	96% positive of 16,898	Price	$39.99

Rayman Origins at a glance
Released	2011	Studio	Not recorded
Player sentiment	94% positive of 6,195	Price	$19.99

Sonic Generations at a glance
Released	2011	Studio	Sonic Team
Player sentiment	94% positive of 25,507	Price	Not listed

Super Meat Boy at a glance
Released	2010	Studio	Team Meat
Player sentiment	94% positive of 39,100	Price	$14.99

Sonic Generations Collection at a glance
Released	2011	Studio	Devil's Details
Player sentiment	94% positive of 25,507	Price	Not listed

Worms Armageddon at a glance
Released	2013	Studio	Team17 Digital Ltd
Player sentiment	94% positive of 10,914	Price	$2.99

Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy at a glance
Released	2018	Studio	Vicarious Visions
Player sentiment	92% positive of 22,128	Price	$39.99

Rayman Legends at a glance
Released	2013	Studio	Not recorded
Player sentiment	90% positive of 12,323	Price	$29.99

METAL SLUG 3 at a glance
Released	2014	Studio	SNK CORPORATION
Player sentiment	90% positive of 9,156	Price	$7.99

Sonic Adventure 2 at a glance
Released	2001	Studio	Sonic Team
Player sentiment	89% positive of 28,482	Price	$9.99

Strider at a glance
Released	1989	Studio	Capcom
Player sentiment	81% positive of 4,245	Price	$4.49

Mighty No. 9 at a glance
Released	2016	Studio	Inti Creates
Player sentiment	50% positive of 3,453	Price	$19.99

The Secret of Monkey Island: Special Edition at a glance
Released	2009	Studio	LucasArts
Player sentiment	95% positive of 6,227	Price	$9.99

Sonic the Hedgehog 4: Episode I at a glance
Released	2010	Studio	Sonic Team
Player sentiment	40% positive of 3,874	Price	$9.99

Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow at a glance
Released	1995	Studio	Disney Interactive Studios
Player sentiment	59% positive of 111	Price	$5.99

Common questions

What game is most like Earthworm Jim 2?

Earthworm Jim, on the evidence we have. It made by the same studio, Shiny Entertainment. 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 Earthworm Jim 2" 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 Earthworm Jim 2. 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.

What else did the makers of Earthworm Jim 2 do?

Earthworm Jim is also from Shiny Entertainment, and appears in the list below for that reason as well as on tag overlap.

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.

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