Computed from player tags · Not ranked by quality
24 games like Yooka-Laylee (2026)
Every game below overlaps with Yooka-Laylee 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 Yooka-Laylee on a map
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The short version
- Closest match: Spyro Reignited Trilogy, which both relaxing.
- Yooka-Laylee is tagged 3D Platformer, Collectathon, Adventure, Kickstarter, Indie, Platformer, Colorful, 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.
- 2 are free to download, so you can test the resemblance yourself at no cost.
Why players value Yooka-Laylee
The five things Steam players tag Yooka-Laylee 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.
- 3D Platformer
- Collectathon
- Adventure
- Kickstarter
- Indie
| Reception | on Steam (75% of 5,397) |
|---|---|
| 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
Spyro Reignited Trilogy
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 10 player tags including 3D Platformer, Family Friendly and Platformer; released around the same time (2019).
Same sick burns, same smoldering attitude, now all scaled up in stunning HD, Spyro is back in the Spyro™ Reignited Trilogy! Rekindle the fire with remastered versions of the original three games, Spyro™ the Dragon, Spyro™ 2: Ripto's Rage! and Spyro™: Year of the Dragon.
Spyro Reignited Trilogy at a glance Released 2019 Studio Toys for Bob Player sentiment 94% positive of 22,302 Price $39.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (94% of 22,302)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 3 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Collectathon, Adventure
Why players like it: 3D Platformer, Adventure, Remake, Dragons, Family Friendly — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $39.99 — $20.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:3D PlatformerFamily FriendlyPlatformerColorfulCollectathonCuteCartoonyGreat Soundtrack
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SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including 3D Platformer, Family Friendly and Casual; released around the same time (2020).
Are you ready, kids? The cult classic is back, faithfully remade in spongetastic splendor! Play as SpongeBob, Patrick and Sandy and show the evil Plankton that crime pays even less than Mr. Krabs.
SpongeBob SquarePants: Battle for Bikini Bottom - Rehydrated at a glance Released 2020 Studio Purple Lamp Player sentiment 94% positive of 18,194 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (94% of 18,194)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 3 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Collectathon, Adventure
Why players like it: 3D Platformer, Adventure, Cult Classic, Remake, Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $29.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:3D PlatformerFamily FriendlyCasualFunnyGreat SoundtrackColorfulComedyCollectathon
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Slime Rancher
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Cute, Exploration and Colorful; released around the same time (2017).
Slime Rancher is the tale of Beatrix LeBeau, a plucky, young rancher who sets out for a life a thousand light years away from Earth on the ‘Far, Far Range’ where she tries her hand at making a living wrangling slimes.
Slime Rancher at a glance Released 2017 Studio Monomi Park Player sentiment 98% positive of 156,780 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.6/10 · Steam: (98% of 156,780)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: Cute, Exploration, Adventure, Singleplayer, Open World — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:CuteExplorationColorfulFunnyCasualFamily FriendlyIndieGreat Soundtrack
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Spore
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Exploration, Casual and Cute.
Be the architect of your own universe with Spore, an exciting single-player adventure. From Single Cell to Galactic God, evolve your creature in a universe of your own creations.
Spore at a glance Released 2008 Studio Maxis Player sentiment 93% positive of 72,594 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (93% of 72,594)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 1 of 5 — Adventure
Why players like it: God Game, Open World, Sandbox, Colony Sim, Exploration — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:ExplorationCasualCuteFunnyCartoonyColorfulFamily FriendlyComedy
- 5
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 9 player tags including Family Friendly, Platformer and Cute; released around the same time (2020).
Fall Guys is a free, cross-platform massively multiplayer party royale game. Clumsily compete in absurd obstacle courses with friends or build your very own chaotic course to share with the community.
Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout at a glance Released 2020 Studio Mediatonic Player sentiment 81% positive of 468,465 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (81% of 468,465)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Indie
Why players like it: Multiplayer, Party Game, Battle Royale, Family Friendly, Massively Multiplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:Family FriendlyPlatformerCuteFunny3D PlatformerCasualColorfulComedy
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Snake Pass
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 9 player tags including 3D Platformer, Indie and Cute; released around the same time (2017).
Slither, coil and climb your way to the top of Haven Tor in this one of a kind physics based, puzzle platform adventure from award winning independent studio Sumo Digital!
Snake Pass at a glance Released 2017 Studio Sumo Digital Player sentiment 80% positive of 3,340 Price $3.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 6.6/10 · Steam: (80% of 3,340)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 4 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Collectathon, Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: 3D Platformer, Indie, Adventure, Puzzle-Platformer, Wholesome — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $3.99 — $16.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:3D PlatformerIndieCutePlatformerCasualFamily FriendlyColorfulCollectathon
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Supraland
Why it matched: both open world; shares 8 player tags including Exploration, 3D Platformer and Collectathon; released around the same time (2019).
Try the demo! A mix between Portal, Zelda and Metroid. Exploration, puzzles, terrible combat, secret upgrades and new abilities that help you reach new places. Playtime 12-25h.
Supraland at a glance Released 2019 Studio Supra Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 15,318 Price $3.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (95% of 15,318)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 3 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Collectathon, Adventure
Why players like it: Puzzle-Platformer, Exploration, Metroidvania, First-Person, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $3.99 — $16.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:Exploration3D PlatformerCollectathonCartoonyFunnyColorfulPlatformerFamily Friendly
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Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
Why it matched: shares 10 player tags including 3D Platformer, Platformer and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2018).
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: (92% of 22,128)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Adventure
Why players like it: 3D Platformer, Remake, Platformer, Classic, Difficult — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $39.99 — $20.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:3D PlatformerPlatformerGreat SoundtrackFunnyCartoonyColorfulFamily FriendlyRetro
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Firewatch
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Exploration, Indie and Great Soundtrack; released around the same time (2016).
Firewatch is a single-player first-person mystery set in the Wyoming wilderness, where your only emotional lifeline is the person on the other end of a handheld radio.
Firewatch at a glance Released 2016 Studio Campo Santo Player sentiment 91% positive of 99,328 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.1/10 · Steam: (91% of 99,328)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: Adventure, Atmospheric, Story Rich, Walking Simulator, Mystery — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:ExplorationIndieGreat SoundtrackComedyFunnyColorfulCasual
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Scribblenauts Unlimited
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Casual, Family Friendly and Funny.
The best-selling, award-winning franchise is back – on your home PC in gorgeous HD for the first time.
Scribblenauts Unlimited at a glance Released 2012 Studio 5th Cell Media Player sentiment 94% positive of 12,381 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (94% of 12,381)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: Puzzle, Casual, Adventure, Sandbox, Family Friendly — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:CasualFamily FriendlyFunnyComedyCutePlatformerIndie
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Webbed
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 8 player tags including Cute, Exploration and Platformer; released around the same time (2021).
Swing through the trees, spin sticky webs, and make friends with bugs! Be the adorable spider you've always wanted to be.
Webbed at a glance Released 2021 Studio Sbug Games Player sentiment 98% positive of 15,267 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (98% of 15,267)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — Collectathon, Indie
Why players like it: 2D Platformer, Cute, Pixel Graphics, Physics, Puzzle-Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $9.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:CuteExplorationPlatformerFamily FriendlyIndieColorfulCartoonyCollectathon
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Two Point Hospital
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Funny, Indie and Comedy; released around the same time (2018).
Design stunning hospitals, cure peculiar illnesses and manage troublesome staff as you spread your budding healthcare organisation across Two Point County.
Two Point Hospital at a glance Released 2018 Studio Two Point Studios Player sentiment 92% positive of 34,935 Price $29.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (92% of 34,935)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 1 of 5 — Indie
Why players like it: Simulation, Management, Medical Sim, Building, Funny — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $29.99 — $10.00 pricier
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:FunnyIndieComedyCasualCartoonyFamily FriendlyRetro
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ABZU
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Exploration, Great Soundtrack and Casual; released around the same time (2016).
From the art director of Journey®, ABZÛ is a beautiful underwater adventure that evokes the dream of diving. Immerse yourself in a vibrant hidden world bursting with color and life as you descend into the heart of the ocean. But beware as you swim deeper as dangers lurk in the depths.
ABZU at a glance Released 2016 Studio Giant Squid Player sentiment 93% positive of 27,628 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (93% of 27,628)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: Relaxing, Atmospheric, Underwater, Exploration, Great Soundtrack — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:ExplorationGreat SoundtrackCasualColorfulIndieFamily Friendly
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Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart
Why it matched: both open world; shares 7 player tags including 3D Platformer, Family Friendly and Platformer; released around the same time (2021).
Blast your way through an interdimensional adventure with Ratchet and Clank – now on PC! Help them take on an evil emperor from another reality as you jump between action-packed worlds and beyond at hyper-speed!
Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart at a glance Released 2021 Studio Insomniac Games Player sentiment 91% positive of 18,006 Price $59.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.4/10 · Steam: (91% of 18,006)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Adventure
Why players like it: Adventure, 3D Platformer, Singleplayer, Action-Adventure, Third Person — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $59.99 — $40.00 pricier
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter, softlocks and broken quests (details)
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:3D PlatformerFamily FriendlyPlatformerFunnyCartoonyCuteColorful
- 15
Bloons TD 6
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 6 player tags including Family Friendly, Casual and Cartoony; released around the same time (2018).
The Bloons are back and better than ever! Get ready for a massive 3D tower defense game designed to give you hours and hours of the best strategy gaming available.
Bloons TD 6 at a glance Released 2018 Studio Ninja Kiwi Player sentiment 97% positive of 394,354 Price $13.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.8/10 · Steam: (97% of 394,354)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: none of the top five directly; it matched on other tags below
Why players like it: Tower Defense, Strategy, Multiplayer, Singleplayer, Online Co-Op — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $13.99 — $6.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:Family FriendlyCasualCartoonyGreat SoundtrackCuteFunny
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Lego Marvel Super Heroes
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Family Friendly, Comedy and Funny; released around the same time (2013).
LEGO® Marvel™ Super Heroes features an original story crossing the entire Marvel Universe. Players take control of Iron Man, Spider-Man, the Hulk, Captain America, Wolverine and many more Marvel characters as they unite to stop Loki and a host of other Marvel villains from assembling a super-weapon capable of destroying the world.
Lego Marvel Super Heroes at a glance Released 2013 Studio TT Games Player sentiment 96% positive of 31,147 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.9/10 · Steam: (96% of 31,147)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 1 of 5 — Adventure
Why players like it: LEGO, Open World, Superhero, Local Co-Op, Adventure — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes, performance and stutter (details)
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:Family FriendlyComedyFunnyCasualPlatformer
- 17
Human Fall Flat
Why it matched: both open world and relaxing; shares 5 player tags including Funny, Indie and Comedy; released around the same time (2016).
Human Fall Flat is a hilarious, light-hearted platformer set in floating dreamscapes that can be played solo or with up to 8 players online. Free new levels keep its vibrant community rewarded.
Human Fall Flat at a glance Released 2016 Studio No Brakes Games Player sentiment 95% positive of 226,636 Price $19.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.2/10 · Steam: (95% of 226,636)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 3 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: Co-op, Funny, Puzzle, Adventure, Physics — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:FunnyIndieComedyCasual3D Platformer
- 18
Sonic Mania
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Platformer and Retro; released around the same time (2017).
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: (94% of 28,802)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 1 of 5 — Adventure
Why players like it: Great Soundtrack, 2D, Platformer, Retro, Classic — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $19.99 — about the same price
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:Great SoundtrackPlatformerRetroColorfulFamily FriendlyCasualCartoony
- 19
Geometry Dash
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Great Soundtrack, Colorful and 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 Yooka-Laylee on: 1 of 5 — Indie
Why players like it: Difficult, Music, Level Editor, Great Soundtrack, Precision Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $4.99 — $15.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:Great SoundtrackColorfulPlatformerIndieFamily FriendlyFunnyCasual
- 20
Grimm
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Indie, Funny and Casual; released around the same time (2014).
The true meaning of the word fear... Once upon a time, fairy tales were valuable cautionary yarns filled with dire warnings and sage advice. However, over time, the stories have become so watered down with cute woodland creatures and happy endings that they have lost their true meaning and purpose. No more!
Grimm at a glance Released 2014 Studio Spicyhorse Games Player sentiment 92% positive of 11,292 Price Not listed Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.7/10 · Steam: (92% of 11,292)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 3 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: Indie, Free to Play, Villain Protagonist, Funny, Casual — the tags Steam players apply most
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:IndieFunnyCasualComedy3D PlatformerCutePlatformer
- 21
ibb & obb
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Platformer, Indie and Cute; 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 Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: Co-op, Online Co-Op, Puzzle, Local Co-Op, Platformer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $11.99 — $8.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:PlatformerIndieCuteFamily FriendlyGreat SoundtrackCasualFunny
- 22
Transformice
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Funny, Platformer and Casual; released around the same time (2015).
Transformice is an MMO platformer about dozens of mice running to bring back the cheese! Will the almighty Shaman help you or just ruin everything? Millions of levels, hectic physics, skill trees, and more importantly... hats!
Transformice at a glance Released 2015 Studio Atelier 801 Player sentiment 88% positive of 28,934 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.6/10 · Steam: (88% of 28,934)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: Free to Play, Multiplayer, Massively Multiplayer, Funny, 2D — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:FunnyPlatformerCasualCuteIndieFamily FriendlyComedy
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Psychonauts
Why it matched: shares 9 player tags including Platformer, Comedy and Funny.
A Psychic Odyssey Through the Minds of Misfits, Monsters, and Madmen. This classic action/adventure platformer from acclaimed developers Double Fine Productions follows the story of a young psychic named Razputin.
Psychonauts at a glance Released 2005 Studio Budcat Creations Player sentiment 95% positive of 19,243 Price $9.99 Verdict: GamingPickz Score 8.0/10 · Steam: (95% of 19,243)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 4 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Collectathon, Adventure, Indie
Why players like it: Platformer, Comedy, Adventure, Cult Classic, Singleplayer — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: $9.99 — $10.00 cheaper
Watch-outs: players report crashes and freezes (details)
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:PlatformerComedyFunny3D PlatformerGreat SoundtrackCartoonyCollectathonExploration
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Stumble Guys
Why it matched: both relaxing; shares 7 player tags including Funny, 3D Platformer and Casual; released around the same time (2021).
Ready for the chaos? Stumble Guys is a 32-player, fast-paced multiplayer party royale where players dash, jump, and fall across hilarious obstacle courses in a fun race to be the last one standing.
Stumble Guys at a glance Released 2021 Studio Scopely Player sentiment 85% positive of 138,053 Price Free Verdict: GamingPickz Score 7.8/10 · Steam: (85% of 138,053)
Matches Yooka-Laylee on: 2 of 5 — 3D Platformer, Indie
Why players like it: Free to Play, Battle Royale, Multiplayer, Racing, Online Co-Op — the tags Steam players apply most
Price vs Yooka-Laylee: Free — free
Watch-outs: no widespread problems reported by players
Shared with Yooka-Laylee:Funny3D PlatformerCasualIndieFamily FriendlyColorfulCute
Common questions
What game is most like Yooka-Laylee?
Spyro Reignited Trilogy, on the evidence we have. It both relaxing. 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 Yooka-Laylee" 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 Yooka-Laylee. 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.