Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove 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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove 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
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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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The short version
- Closest match: Jump King, which both fantasy and difficult.
- Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove is tagged Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie, 2D, Adventure, Action 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.
Why players value Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove
The five things Steam players tag Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove 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.
- Platformer
- Pixel Graphics
- Retro
- Great Soundtrack
- Indie
| Reception | on Steam (96% of 16,898) |
|---|---|
| Watch-outs | no widespread problems reported by players |
| Price | $39.99 |
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
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Jump King
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 10 player tags including Difficult, Indie and Pixel Graphics.
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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Retro, Indie
Why players like it: Psychological Horror, Difficult, Precision Platformer, Indie, Pixel Graphics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $12.99 — $27.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:DifficultIndiePixel GraphicsPlatformer2DRetroMedievalFunny
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Crypt of the NecroDancer
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 9 player tags including Difficult, Great Soundtrack and Pixel Graphics; released around the same time (2014).
Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!
Crypt of the NecroDancer at a glance Released 2014 Studio Brace Yourself Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 26,481 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (95% of 26,481)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 4 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Rhythm, Female Protagonist, Difficult, Rogue-like, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $14.99 — $25.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:DifficultGreat SoundtrackPixel GraphicsIndieLocal Co-OpRPG2DFantasy
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Rayman Origins
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 9 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Local Co-Op; released around the same time (2011).
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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 2 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack
Why players like it: Platformer, 2D, Local Co-Op, Adventure, Cartoony — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $19.99 — $20.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:Platformer2DLocal Co-OpGreat SoundtrackFunnyComedySide ScrollerFantasy
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Super Meat Boy
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 10 player tags including Platformer, Difficult and Indie; released around the same time (2010).
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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 5 of 5 — Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Precision Platformer, Platformer, Difficult, Indie, 2D Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $14.99 — $25.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:PlatformerDifficultIndiePixel Graphics2DGreat SoundtrackRetroFunny
- 5
Cthulhu Saves the World
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 10 player tags including Comedy, RPG and Indie; released around the same time (2011).
The lord of insanity, Cthulhu was all set to plunge the world into insanity and destruction when his powers were sealed by a mysterious sorcerer. The only way for him to break the curse is to become a true hero. Save the world to destroy it in an epic parody RPG journey of redemption, romance, and insanity!
Cthulhu Saves the World at a glance Released 2011 Studio Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC Player sentiment 92% positive of 3,478 Price $2.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.5/10 · Steam: (92% of 3,478)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 4 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: JRPG, Lovecraftian, Comedy, RPG, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $2.99 — $37.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:ComedyRPGIndieRetroFantasyFunnyPixel Graphics2D
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METAL SLUG 3
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 10 player tags including Arcade, Side Scroller and Retro; 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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack
Why players like it: Arcade, Classic, Action, Co-op, Side Scroller — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $7.99 — $32.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:ArcadeSide ScrollerRetroLocal Co-Op2DGreat SoundtrackPlatformerPixel Graphics
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Kingdom Rush - Tower Defense
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 8 player tags including 2D, Fantasy and Funny; released around the same time (2014).
Get ready for an epic journey to defend your kingdom against hordes of orcs, trolls, evil wizards and other nasty fiends using a vast arsenal of towers and spells at your command!Fight on forests, mountains and wastelands, customizing your defensive strategy with different tower upgrades and specializations!
Kingdom Rush - Tower Defense at a glance Released 2014 Studio Ironhide Game Studio Player sentiment 97% positive of 17,136 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (97% of 17,136)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 1 of 5 — Indie
Why players like it: Tower Defense, Strategy, Singleplayer, 2D, Tactical — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $9.99 — $30.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:2DFantasyFunnyMedievalIndieDifficultComedyRPG
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Magicka
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Comedy, Fantasy and RPG; released around the same time (2011).
Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.
Magicka at a glance Released 2011 Studio Arrowhead Game Studios Player sentiment 85% positive of 32,072 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (85% of 32,072)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 1 of 5 — Indie
Why players like it: Comedy, Co-op, Action, Fantasy, Magic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $9.99 — $30.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:ComedyFantasyRPGFunnyLocal Co-OpIndieDifficultArcade
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Cuphead
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 9 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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Difficult, Cartoon, Co-op, Platformer, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $19.99 — $20.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:DifficultPlatformerGreat SoundtrackLocal Co-Op2DIndieRetroSide Scroller
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Hyper Light Drifter
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Pixel Graphics, Great Soundtrack and Indie; released around the same time (2016).
Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.
Hyper Light Drifter at a glance Released 2016 Studio Heart Machine Player sentiment 93% positive of 19,135 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (93% of 19,135)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 3 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Pixel Graphics, Great Soundtrack, Atmospheric, Adventure, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $19.99 — $20.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:Pixel GraphicsGreat SoundtrackIndieDifficultRPG2DFantasy
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Salt and Sanctuary
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 7 player tags including 2D, Difficult and RPG; released around the same time (2016).
Explore a haunting, punishing island in this stylized 2D action RPG. Salt and Sanctuary combines fast and brutal 2D combat with richly developed RPG mechanics in a cursed realm of forgotten cities, blood-soaked dungeons, and desecrated monuments.
Salt and Sanctuary at a glance Released 2016 Studio Ska Studios Player sentiment 89% positive of 21,874 Price $17.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (89% of 21,874)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 2 of 5 — Platformer, Indie
Why players like it: Souls-like, Metroidvania, Dark Fantasy, 2D, Difficult — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $17.99 — $22.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:2DDifficultRPGPlatformerIndieLocal Co-OpSide Scroller
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DELTARUNE
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Pixel Graphics and Funny.
Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-5 are available now, with more planned as free updates!
DELTARUNE at a glance Released 2025 Studio tobyfox Player sentiment 98% positive of 133,535 Price $24.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.6/10 · Steam: (98% of 133,535)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 3 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack
Why players like it: Story Rich, Great Soundtrack, Pixel Graphics, Funny, RPG — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $24.99 — $15.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:Great SoundtrackPixel GraphicsFunnyRPG2DComedyFantasyRetro
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Breath of Death VII
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 9 player tags including RPG, Funny and Indie; released around the same time (2011).
Resurrect the classic era of RPGs with the retro parody RPG, Breath of Death VII: The Beginning. Join Dem the Skeleton Knight, Sara the ghost historian, Lita the vampire techie, and Erik the zombie prince as they explore an undead world in search of the secrets of the past. Laugh! Cry! Laugh some more!
Breath of Death VII at a glance Released 2011 Studio Zeboyd Digital Entertainment LLC Player sentiment 84% positive of 1,465 Price $2.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: (84% of 1,465)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 3 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Retro, Indie
Why players like it: JRPG, RPG, Funny, Indie, Retro — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $2.99 — $37.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:RPGFunnyIndieRetroComedyPixel Graphics2DFantasy
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1001 Spikes
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 9 player tags including Platformer, Indie and Difficult; released around the same time (2016).
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 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.7/10 · Steam: (83% of 770)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 5 of 5 — Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Precision Platformer, Platformer, Indie, Action, Difficult — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $14.99 — $25.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:PlatformerIndieDifficult2DPixel GraphicsRetroGreat SoundtrackSide Scroller
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Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 8 player tags including Platformer, 2D and Retro.
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: (85% of 4,534)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Retro, Indie
Why players like it: Adventure, Platformer, Classic, Puzzle, 2D — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $2.99 — $37.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter, controller and input (details)
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:Platformer2DRetroFunnyComedyDifficultFantasyIndie
- 16
Mighty No. 9
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 9 player tags including Platformer, Kickstarter and Side Scroller; 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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Platformer, Action, Anime, Kickstarter, Side Scroller — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $19.99 — $20.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:PlatformerKickstarterSide ScrollerRetroIndieDifficultComedy2D
- 17
Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Platformer and Difficult; released around the same time (2016).
“Ori and the Blind Forest” tells the tale of a young orphan destined for heroics, through a visually stunning Action-Platformer crafted by Moon Studios.
Ori and the Blind Forest: Definitive Edition at a glance Released 2016 Studio Moon Studios GmbH Player sentiment 95% positive of 71,430 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.4/10 · Steam: (95% of 71,430)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Atmospheric, Great Soundtrack, Metroidvania, Platformer, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $19.99 — $20.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:Great SoundtrackPlatformerDifficultFantasy2DIndieSide Scroller
- 18
Risk of Rain (2013)
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 4 of 5 — Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Action Roguelike, Rogue-like, Indie, Platformer, Action — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $1.99 — $38.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:IndiePlatformerPixel GraphicsGreat SoundtrackDifficult2DLocal Co-OpRPG
- 19
Child of Light
Why it matched: both fantasy; shares 8 player tags including RPG, Fantasy and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2014).
Aurora, a young girl from 1895 Austria, awakens on the lost fairytale continent of Lemuria. To return home she must fight against the dark creatures of the Queen of the Night, who have stolen the sun, the moon and the stars. At stake is not only Lemuria, but Aurora’s true destiny.
Child of Light at a glance Released 2014 Studio Not recorded Player sentiment 91% positive of 13,481 Price $14.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (91% of 13,481)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: RPG, Fantasy, Great Soundtrack, Turn-Based, Female Protagonist — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $14.99 — $25.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, will not launch or install, launchers, accounts and anti-cheat (details)
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:RPGFantasyGreat SoundtrackPlatformer2DSide ScrollerLocal Co-OpIndie
- 20
Hammerwatch
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 7 player tags including Indie, RPG and Pixel Graphics; released around the same time (2013).
A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.
Hammerwatch at a glance Released 2013 Studio Crackshell Player sentiment 89% positive of 6,513 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.3/10 · Steam: (89% of 6,513)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 3 of 5 — Pixel Graphics, Retro, Indie
Why players like it: Dungeon Crawler, Indie, RPG, Co-op, Pixel Graphics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $9.99 — $30.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:IndieRPGPixel GraphicsLocal Co-OpRetroFantasy2D
- 21
Pizza Tower
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 9 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Indie and Platformer.
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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 5 of 5 — Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Great Soundtrack, 2D Platformer, Fast-Paced, Indie, Cartoony — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $19.99 — $20.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:Great SoundtrackIndiePlatformerFunnyPixel GraphicsComedy2DDifficult
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Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Side Scroller and Platformer.
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!
Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night at a glance Released 2019 Studio ArtPlay Player sentiment 93% positive of 41,617 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (93% of 41,617)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 3 of 5 — Platformer, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Metroidvania, RPG, Female Protagonist, Action, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $39.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:RPGSide ScrollerPlatformerGreat Soundtrack2DDifficultIndie
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Eastern Exorcist
Why it matched: both fantasy and difficult; shares 7 player tags including RPG, Side Scroller and 2D.
Eastern Exorcist is a stunning 2D side-scrolling action RPG set in a fantasy eastern world with the vicious spirits and monsters. Play as a skilled exorcist against chaotic evil to fight your way through the brutal world, and experience different stories of joy and sorrow.
Eastern Exorcist at a glance Released 2021 Studio Wildfire Game（无锡野火数字科技有限公司） Player sentiment 84% positive of 6,775 Price $17.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.0/10 · Steam: (84% of 6,775)
Matches Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 2 of 5 — Platformer, Indie
Why players like it: Action, RPG, Side Scroller, Adventure, 2D — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $17.99 — $22.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:RPGSide Scroller2DPlatformerFantasyIndieDifficult
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Celeste
Why it matched: both difficult; shares 8 player tags including Difficult, Pixel Graphics and Great Soundtrack; 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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove on: 5 of 5 — Platformer, Pixel Graphics, Retro, Great Soundtrack, Indie
Why players like it: Precision Platformer, Difficult, Pixel Graphics, Great Soundtrack, Indie — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove: $4.99 — $35.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove:DifficultPixel GraphicsGreat SoundtrackIndiePlatformer2DSide ScrollerRetro
Common questions
What game is most like Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove?
Jump King, on the evidence we have. It both fantasy and 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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove" 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 Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove. 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.