The Best Pixel Games - Page 5

Update : Castlevania DominuS Collection added at rank #1.
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Super Chicken Jumper (2021)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Xbox One Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Android PC Windows

Super Chicken Jumper is a hardcore retro platformer that offers an addictive and rage-inducing gaming experience. Play as a superhero chicken and help Mrs President take down huge bosses across 6 unique worlds, while avoiding an array of obstacles. Equip yourself with an array of tools and equipment to give you a fighting chance against the mutated bosses!


What we like:
  • Simple approach
  • Colourful aesthetics
  • Cute graphics
  • Cooperative gameplay
  • Flappy Bird-like gameplay
  • Endless option
  • Brutal and unfair challenges
  • Basic concept with power-ups to change the course of the game
What could be improved:
  • Brutal difficulty curve and unforgiving mechanics that will make you wince with failure repeatedly
  • Cinematic not for everyone
  • Basic button layout can be fiddly to master at times

  • anime
  • cute
  • action-adventure
  • colourful
  • cooperative
  • local
  • souls
  • 2d
  • pixel
  • funny
  • runner
  • multiplayer
  • arcade
  • difficult
  • procedural

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The Rewinder (2021)

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The Rewinder is an adventure puzzle game based on Chinese mythology. You play as Yun, the last known Rewinder, who can communicate with spirits and explore other people's memories to alter the past.


  • pixel
  • point-and-click
  • drama
  • detective
  • mythology
  • thriller
  • puzzle
  • mystery
  • 2d
  • lore
  • supernatural
  • atmospheric
  • adventure
  • horror
  • comedy

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Final Fantasy IV Pixel Remaster (2021)

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The original FINAL FANTASY IV comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • pixel
  • lore
  • jrpg
  • party
  • class
  • turn-based
  • auto-battle
  • 2d
  • story
  • battle
  • remake
  • exploration
  • magic

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Arietta of Spirits (2021)

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Arietta of Spirits is a charming adventure game with emotion-filled narrative, no-filler gameplay, and fast paced combat. The game tells the story of Arietta and her family, visiting their Grandmother's cabin for the first time after her passing away a year prior. However, the family trip takes an unexpected turn when Arietta meets a mysterious new friend and gains the ability to see strange spirits that inhabit the island.


  • no-filler
  • pixel
  • action-adventure
  • emotion
  • top-down
  • zelda
  • supernatural
  • adventure
  • story
  • combat
  • fantasy
  • lore
  • narrative
  • boss-fight
  • exploration

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Garden Story (2021)

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PC Windows Mac OS Nintendo Switch Xbox One

Embark on a delightful journey in Garden Story, where you play as Concord, a grape guardian, restoring your village and combating the Rot. With charming characters, cozy pixel graphics, and soothing music, you'll be immersed in this vibrant, heartwarming world. Uncover hidden pasts, foster community, and become the hero your village needs!


What we like:
  • Engaging storyline
  • Adorable pixel-art aesthetic
  • Relaxing music
  • Unique world-building mechanics
  • Easy to play
What could be improved:
  • Clunky combat system
  • Repetitive quests
  • Slow early game
  • Limited inventory and storage

  • rpg
  • dungeon
  • farming
  • top-down
  • pixel
  • japanese
  • cozy
  • action
  • cute
  • boss
  • boss-fight
  • colourful
  • combat
  • season
  • character

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Death Trash (2021)

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early access PC Windows Mac OS Linux

Death Trash features a post-apocalyptic world where cosmic horrors long for humanity but meet punks with shotguns. It combines old-school role-playing, modern action gameplay and player freedom. Create your own character and explore a handcrafted world.


  • post-apocalyptic
  • isometric
  • rpg
  • lovecraftian
  • old-school
  • choices
  • souls
  • cyberpunk
  • pixel
  • character
  • pve
  • customization
  • atmospheric
  • open-world
  • exploration

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Final Fantasy III Pixel Remaster (2021)

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Immerse yourself in the timeless adventure of FINAL FANTASY III. Experience the captivating story and charming retro graphics, now remastered with updated 2D pixel graphics and a beautifully rearranged soundtrack. Dive into a world of magic and darkness, where only the chosen adventurers can save the world. With improved gameplay and additional features, this remastered edition brings new life to a beloved classic. Are you ready to embark on this exciting journey?


What we like:
  • The redemption arc of Final Fantasy series
  • Robust job system with customization
  • Challenging battles and well-designed dungeons
  • Captivating narrative and character development
  • Remastered soundtrack and immersive sound design
  • Quality-of-life improvements
What could be improved:
  • Expensive pricing
  • Balancing issues with difficulty spikes
  • Tedium of grinding for different jobs
  • Lack of individuality among party members

  • japanese
  • rpg
  • remake
  • pixel
  • dungeon
  • jrpg
  • nostalgia
  • class
  • 2d
  • magic
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • party
  • boss
  • remaster

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Final Fantasy II Pixel Remaster (2021)

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The original FINAL FANTASY II comes to life with completely new graphics and audio! A remodeled 2D take on the second game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics.


  • rpg
  • japanese
  • pixel
  • jrpg
  • dungeon
  • class
  • auto-battle
  • party
  • turn-based
  • battle
  • magic
  • nostalgia
  • remake
  • empire
  • 2d

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Luna's Fishing Garden (2021)

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PC Windows Mac OS Linux Nintendo Switch

Luna's Fishing Garden is a cozy and relaxing adventure game where you take on the role of Cassie and help a giant fox spirit called Luna rebuild a garden after a storm. Through fishing, planting flora, and completing quests, you'll create a dream garden and meet adorable characters. With beautiful pixel art, low-pressure gameplay, and a soothing soundtrack, Luna's Fishing Garden is the perfect escape from reality.


What we like:
  • Short and sweet game
  • Cute and charming characters
  • Simple and satisfying fishing gameplay
  • Relaxing atmosphere
  • Accessible fishing minigames
What could be improved:
  • Short game length
  • Limited variety in objects to build
  • Missable achievements can be frustrating
  • Fishing minigames can be difficult without upgrades
  • Limited replayability

  • pixel
  • farming
  • cute
  • relaxing
  • sims
  • narrative
  • resource-management
  • vertical
  • family-friendly
  • book
  • challenging
  • hardcore
  • inventory
  • fps
  • endless

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Backbone (2021)

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Backbone is a post-noir narrative adventure. Become raccoon private eye Howard Lotor and explore dystopian Vancouver inhabited by animals as you uncover a deeply personal story of change and transformation.


  • detective
  • dystopian
  • pixel
  • adventure
  • narrative
  • mystery
  • puzzle
  • conspiracy
  • noir
  • stealth
  • point-and-click
  • post-noir
  • visual-novel

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