Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Prehistorik 2 (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Prehistorik 2 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 short version
- Closest match: DuckTales, which shares 6 player tags including Platformer, Retro and Classic.
- Prehistorik 2 is tagged Adventure, Action, Platformer, Retro, 2D, Side Scroller, 2D Platformer, RPG 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.
- 3 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
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
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DuckTales
Why it matched: shares 6 player tags including Platformer, Retro and Classic; released around the same time (1989).
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 PlatformerRetroClassic2DSide Scroller2D Platformer
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Another World
Why it matched: shares 6 player tags including Platformer, Retro and 2D; 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 PlatformerRetro2D1990'sClassic2D Platformer
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Flashback
Why it matched: shares 6 player tags including Platformer, Retro and 1990's; 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 PlatformerRetro1990'sClassic2DSide Scroller
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SEGA Mega Drive and Genesis Classics
Why it matched: shares 6 player tags including Classic, RPG and Retro.
SEGA’s collection of Mega Drive & Genesis Classics comes to a new generation, now updated with even more features: online multiplayer, achievements, mirror mode, rewind, save states, VR and more! Over 50 classic games in one great package. Get into the classics!
SEGA Mega Drive and Genesis Classics at a glance Released 2010 Studio D3T Limited Player sentiment 79% positive of 12,207 Price Not listed ClassicRPGRetro1990's2DPlatformer
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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 2DSide ScrollerRetroClassicPlatformer
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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 PlatformerClassic2DRetro1990's
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Strider
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, Side Scroller and Retro; released around the same time (1989).
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 PlatformerSide ScrollerRetroClassic2D
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Earthworm Jim 2
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Classic, Platformer and 2D; released around the same time (1995).
Earthworm Jim is back with more side-scrolling platform action. Whip, run, jump, fly, and Snott swing your way to victory!
Earthworm Jim 2 at a glance Released 1995 Studio Shiny Entertainment Player sentiment 71% positive of 113 Price $19.99 ClassicPlatformer2DSide ScrollerRetro
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Maui Mallard in Cold Shadow
Why it matched: shares 5 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 PlatformerClassic2DRetro1990's
- 10
Pizza Tower
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including 2D Platformer, Platformer and 2D.
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 2D PlatformerPlatformer2DRetro1990's
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Celeste
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, 2D Platformer and 2D.
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 Platformer2D Platformer2DSide ScrollerRetro
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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 PlatformerRetro2DSide ScrollerRPG
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Sonic Mania
Why it matched: shares 5 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 2DPlatformerRetroClassicSide Scroller
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Fallout: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including RPG, Classic and 1990's.
You've just unearthed the classic post-apocalyptic role-playing game that revitalized the entire CRPG genre. The Fallout® SPECIAL system allows drastically different types of characters, meaningful decisions and development that puts you in complete control. Explore the devastated ruins of a golden age civilization.
Fallout: A Post Nuclear Role Playing Game at a glance Released 2015 Studio Interplay Inc. Player sentiment 94% positive of 25,164 Price $9.99 RPGClassic1990'sRetro2D
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Super Meat Boy
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, 2D Platformer and 2D.
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 Platformer2D Platformer2DRetroSide Scroller
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Worms Armageddon
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Classic, 2D and Platformer.
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 Classic2DPlatformer1990'sRetro
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Braid
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including 2D Platformer, Platformer and 2D.
This is the original version of Braid from 2009, which may not work well on newer systems. For an updated version of the game with nicer graphics, more levels and a large amount of developer commentary, see Braid, Anniversary Edition.
Braid at a glance Released 2008 Studio Jonathan Blow Player sentiment 93% positive of 9,957 Price $14.99 2D PlatformerPlatformer2DClassicSide Scroller
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Rogue Legacy 2
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, RPG and 2D.
Rogue Legacy 2 is what you'd get if you mashed Rogue Legacy and a sequel together. Every time you die, your children will succeed you, and each child is unique. Your daughter might be a Colourblind Archer, and your son could be a Pacifistic Chef. Either way, one of them is getting conscripted.
Rogue Legacy 2 at a glance Released 2022 Studio Cellar Door Games Player sentiment 91% positive of 15,128 Price $24.99 PlatformerRPG2DSide Scroller2D Platformer
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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 ClassicSide ScrollerRetro2DPlatformer
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Metal Slug 2
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including 2D, Side Scroller and Retro.
“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 2DSide ScrollerRetroClassicPlatformer
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RetroArch
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Retro, Classic and 1990's.
RetroArch is an open source and cross platform frontend/framework for emulators, game engines, video games, media players and other applications
RetroArch at a glance Released 2022 Studio Libretro Player sentiment 89% positive of 9,741 Price Free RetroClassic1990's2DRPG
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1001 Spikes
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Retro.
Discover the lost treasures of Ukampa in South America as Aban Hawkins searches for his estranged father, world-famous archeaologist, Jim Hawkins. Aban Hawkins races into the frozen tundra of the antarctic, undiscovered temple ruins and the vast caverns of South America in search of his father and the legendary treasure rumored to lie...
1001 Spikes at a glance Released 2016 Studio Nicalis Player sentiment 83% positive of 770 Price $14.99 Platformer2DRetroSide Scroller2D Platformer
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Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including 2D Platformer, Side Scroller and 2D.
Play more of your favorite arcade hits from yesteryear. Includes SONSON for free!
Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium at a glance Released 2022 Studio CAPCOM Co., Ltd. Player sentiment 68% positive of 1,269 Price Free 2D PlatformerSide Scroller2D1990'sRetro
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MapleStory
Why it matched: shares 5 player tags including 2D Platformer, Side Scroller and Platformer.
Join over 260 million players worldwide in MapleStory, the world’s biggest 2D MMORPG adventure! Play now for free.
MapleStory at a glance Released 2003 Studio Wizet Player sentiment 61% positive of 15,432 Price Free 2D PlatformerSide ScrollerPlatformerRPG2D
Common questions
What game is most like Prehistorik 2?
DuckTales, on the evidence we have. It shares 6 player tags including Platformer, Retro and Classic. 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 Prehistorik 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 Prehistorik 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.
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.