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20 Games Like Cuphead for More Frantic Adventures in 2026

Cuphead was one of’s biggest hits with its tight gameplay, astounding visuals, fantastic soundtrack, and legendary difficulty, but there are also a lot of…

Cover art of Cuphead

Cuphead was one of’s biggest hits with its tight gameplay, astounding visuals, fantastic soundtrack, and legendary difficulty, but there are also a lot of games like Cuphead that offer the same experience.

If you’ve just finished getting your soul back, freeing Inkwell Isle’s residents, and are still hungry for more, you’re not alone. That’s why I’ve prepared this list of great games like Cuphead across different genres. Hopefully, one of these games will scratch that itch.

Our Top Picks for Games Like Cuphead

Every game on this list is definitely worth a look, true, but some of them are head and shoulders above the rest:

Hollow Knight

METROIDVANIA

This Metroidvania is a masterpiece that manages to do everything right, from combat to presentation.

Mega Man 11

PLATFORMER

The Blue Bomber is back and better than ever in this title that combines classic gameplay with modern visuals.

Enter the Gungeon

ROGUELIKE

A top-down roguelite bullet hell that’ll test your reflexes even harder than Cuphead.

But while these are the best of the best, you may be looking for something else. In that case, no worries; there’s plenty to love in the rest of the titles below.

20 Games Like Cuphead

I’ll admit, “games like Cuphead” is a very wide net to cast. But when boiled down to its basics, Cuphead is all about run and gun gameplay, platforming, and an instantly recognizable art style. And it’s with these three criteria that I filtered the massive library of games to come up with just titles.

Now, let’s get to it.

Hollow Knight

Best Hand-Drawn Metroidvania Challenge

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Hollow Knight

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s, if not one of the best games of all time.

I’m not exaggerating when I say

Hollow Knight

is the definitive modern Metroidvania, with a massive, beautiful world to explore, difficult combat, amazing visuals, and a superb soundtrack, all of which are wrapped in a small, bug-like package.

Why we chose it

Hollow Knight

walked a tightrope with the interplay of so many elements with each other, but it perfectly tuned all of them into a Metroidvania par excellence. It’s just really good.

In this game, you’ll play as the Knight, a wandering warrior who finds themselves before the decaying kingdom of Hallownest. To find out exactly what your purpose is, you’ll need to dive deep into the ruins, talking to whoever remains and piecing together Hallownest’s history…all while fending off vicious monsters and frenzied bugs in 2D hack-and-slash combat.

This may sound basic, but I assure you it’s anything but:

Hollow Knight

’s combat is almost Souls-like in difficulty.

Every boss battle demands a thorough understanding of offense and defense before you can win. But each hard-won victory paves the path forward with mobility tools, weapons, and new paths, and slowly but surely, Hallownest will give up her secrets.

My Verdict:

Hollow Knight

is an all-around fantastic game with its expert mix of gameplay, challenge, and aesthetics. Great not just for Cuphead fans, but for pretty much everyone.

What do players say?

Fa_Ri_Do_La ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ A true modern masterpiece.

Mega Man 11

Classic Run-and-Gun Game Like Cuphead

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Mega Man 11

, the best-selling game in the long-running series. After a nine-year long silence, the Blue Bomber is back to remind us just why this franchise is so beloved.

As Mega Man, you’ll still run and gun your way through classic, stage-by-stage boss challenges to defeat recurring villain Dr. Wily. Level design in this one harkens back to ye olde NES games, so expect lots of tricky platforming, fun gimmicks, and yes, difficulty.

Why we chose it

I’ll admit that I’m a sucker for updates to old franchises, but

Mega Man 11

hits all the right spots for a modern run-and-gun while retaining its identity.

New to this series is the Double Gear System, which is also revealed to be the reason for the falling out between Light and Wily. Naturally, Wily will outfit his new Robot Masters with this tech. Luckily, Dr. Light still has Wily’s prototype, which gives Mega Man new capabilities via the Double Gear System: boosts to his speed or shots at the cost of overheating.

But while

Mega Man 11

goes back to the series’ roots, it’s also been updated for the modern audience. Not only does it come with impressive 2.5D graphics, it also has difficulty options, making it particularly great for newcomers to the series.

My Verdict:

Mega Man 11

is, if you’ll excuse the term, a triumphant return to form. It expertly combines the series’ classic gameplay with modern touches, and is sure to be a treat to both new and returning players.

What do players say?

needamedicbag ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ Easily on my list of the best roguelikes of recent years.

Ori and the Blind Forest

Precision Platformer, Cuphead Alternative

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Ori and the Blind Forest

, an atmospheric platformer and Metroidvania that’s a shining example of how video games can be art.

The first thing you’ll probably notice about

Ori and the Blind Forest

is absolutely breathtaking art, all of which is hand-painted.

That’s not all that Ori has going for it though, as it also comes with fundamentally simple yet challenging gameplay, an evocative soundtrack and a hell of an emotional punch.

Why we chose it

Ori and the Blind Forest

is distinctive not just because of its standout art style, but also because of just how dang fluid movement feels; no other platformer/Metroidvania comes close to how flowy it is.

You’ll control Ori, a forest spirit separated from its family by a storm and adopted by the affectionate and motherly Naru. This paradise doesn’t last, however, and Naru soon succumbs to hunger. With nothing left to lose, Ori must learn to navigate the forest and find the root of its problems, and maybe discover more about themselves in the process.

My Verdict:

Ori and the Blind Forest

offers a great combination of a cinematic adventure along with some of the best movement I’ve seen in a platformer.

What do players say?

asbroitic ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ Just a fantastic game all around.

Shovel Knight: Treasure Trove

Retro Run-and-Gun Game Like Cuphead

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today.

As Shovel Knight, you’ll be forced out of retirement by evil stuff happening (and in fairness, it’s a LOT of evil), so you’ll need to fix these problems via tight and precise 2D platforming. You’ll run, dig, and Shovel Drop a la DuckTales to save your partner and save the realm. Standard knight stuff, yeah.

Why we chose it Shovel Knight isn’t remarkable just for its great gameplay, but also its classic 8-bit aesthetic, which does a lot to evoke the same feelings as classic platformers did.

You’ll also be happy to know that Treasure Trove isn’t a different game, but a collection. This one features Shovel Knight campaigns:

Shovel of Hope (the original, which had a release date), Plague of Shadows, Specter of Torment, King of Cards, as well as the fighting game spin-off, Shovel Knight Showdown.

My Verdict:

Shovel Knight is a simple yet fulfilling retro-modern classic that’s sure to delight players, whether you’re coming from Cuphead or not.

What do players say?

TKB423 ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ Great whether you’re new to platformers or want a blast from the past.

Katana ZERO

Fast-Paced Action Platformer Similar to Cuphead

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  • Smooth, brutal, deadly. All of these are words that apply to

Katana ZERO

  • , an incredible cyberpunk hack and slash adventure (to the point that one might even argue that it’s a
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In

Katana ZERO

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Why we chose it

While dying in a single hit might seem frustrating at first, it surprisingly isn’t. Thanks to how sleek

Katana ZERO

is, going for another try is both super easy and strangely addicting.

What really sells

Katana ZERO

for me is the security cam footage after clearing a level. Just like in Superhot, you’ll be able to see a real-time playback of how you completed a stage. It might not seem like it when you’re in the middle of planning, but once you see the video, you’ll feel like a total badass. Totally planned out that one, right?

My Verdict:

Katana Zero swift and lethal gameplay make it a surefire hit for anyone still chasing Cuphead’s difficulty.

What do players say?

COAL4_Eyes ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ Difficult to master but it’s addictive and fun.

Furi

Intense Boss-Only Combat Game Like Cuphead

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Furi

might sound like an easy game. Ten islands, ten boss fights, and if you kill them all, you can go free. However, none of this underscores just how crazy and cool

Furi

is.

First off is the combat. I’ll just say it:

Furi’s combat is excellent, with its super smooth movements and incredible style that’s very reminiscent of Devil May Cry where you swing, parry, and shoot in real time. Yes, that means

Furi

’s battles are difficult to master, so expect to go down a lot.

Why we chose it

Furi

is one of those games that dares you to git gud or die trying, and the very tangible feeling of watching yourself get better at the game in real-time is one of its high points.

Furi

lacks for nothing in the visual department, either. Boasting a fantastic neon aesthetic, every swing, shot, and parry is highlighted in stark color, and really helps you get used to

Furi

’s measured yet manic pace. All of this is backed by an absolutely killer synthwave soundtrack (Carpenter Brut, anyone?) that drives you forward and spurs you towards victory.

My Verdict:

Fans who couldn’t get enough of Cuphead’s unforgiving difficulty will likely find a new home in

Furi

’s adrenaline-pumping combat.

What do players say?

oopsallones ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ A literally bloody good time.

A Hat in Time

Cute Yet Challenging Platformer Like Cuphead

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A Hat in Time

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  • Cuphead
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A Hat in Time

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that’s loaded with whimsical charm.

Here, you’ll play as Hat Kid, an alien girl who needs the missing Time Pieces to get back home. Gameplay-wise,

A Hat in Time

takes its cue from titles like Super Mario 64, though it also boasts an open world design. It’s also worth noting that the level design here is very well executed, which should please even veteran gamers.

Why we chose it

A Hat in Time

’s looks belie its marvelous platforming gameplay, which was so good that it revitalized the indie platforming scene after a long drought.

While the base game already has lots of content to go through, those seeking even greater challenges will be happy to know that the developers added an even harder mode, Death Wish, which comes with the Seal the Deal DLC. These brutal levels will push your precision and skill to the utmost, so if you’re looking to punish yourself more after Cuphead, there you go.

My Verdict:

A Hat in Time

is cute and charming, but still loaded with great platforming gameplay that’s perfect for scratching that Cuphead itch.

What do players say?

WHYGAMECRASH ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ Don’t read anything about the game. Just play it. 10/10 experience.

Contra Anniversary Collection [Classic Run-and-Gun Arcade Action Anthology]

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is part of the holy trifecta of classic run-and-gun games.

As with many games of the NES and SNES era, Konami decided to rerelease old Contra titles in the

Contra Anniversary Collection

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Contra, Super Contra, Contra III: The Alien Wars, Contra: Hard Corps, and Operation C.

Why we chose it

Contra Anniversary Collection

doesn’t just give you retro games to run and gun in, but also offers a glimpse into the design philosophy of early games in the genre.

Contra games are infamous for their difficulty, and this is well-deserved. With alien soldiers that dart in and out of screen, bullets that require split-second dodges, tricky platforming, and epic boss fights,

Contra Anniversary Collection

is still as gloriously hard as it was before, and just as satisfying to beat on the highest difficulty levels.

My Verdict:

If you want to prove that your run-and-gun skills are top-notch, there’s no better battlefield to prove it than in the

Contra Anniversary Collection

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What do players say?

Licensed_Charlatan ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ Glad this one finally saw a rerelease.

Gunstar Heroes [Side-Scrolling Shoot ‘Em Up Like Cuphead]

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Gunstar Heroes

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that’s just begging to be remade, or at least rereleased.

There’s a minor overarching plot: the big bag evil guy wants to take over the world, and to stop him, you’ll need to search for and secure the gems before he does. But really, it’s an excuse to run and gun across various worlds, with explosions and weapon combinations aplenty.

Why we chose it

Despite its age, this game is still able to hold its ground today with its fast and furious gameplay.

Modern games come with a lot of bells and whistles, but back then, games could focus solely on gameplay, which

Gunstar Heroes

definitely delivers on. This game is all about action, and it jumps from screen to screen, with every moment punctuated by a high-speed action that requires decisive action and precision on your part.

One last thing I should mention is that Treasure made a lot of games following this game’s success, such as Alien Soldier, so if you’re looking for more old classics, that’s a good starting point.

My Verdict:

Old but gold. Even today,

Gunstar Heroes

continues to delight with its simple but superb run-and-gun gameplay.

What do players say?

Licensed_Charlatan ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ Still patiently waiting for a remake. At least you can play the classic via Sega Megadrive or the Switch store.

Bendy and the Ink Machine

Hand-Drawn Horror Platformer, Cuphead Alternative

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Henry Stein is an ex-animator who’s out of the game for good. That is, until he receives a letter that lures him back to his old workplace, claiming to reveal “Joey’s secret”. Said secret comes in the form of the titular ink machine. And once it roars back to life, things really hit the fan.

Why we chose it

Bendy and the Ink Machine

is just right in many ways: not too long, just right with the scares, and an engaging story that’ll keep you until the end.

What seals the deal on Bendy is its signature art style. Sure, anyone could cash in on a dark and spooky realistic vice, but Bendy goes above and beyond with its dark and twisted take on 1930s rubber hose animation.

This makes Bendy instantly recognizable, and when a game is immediately associated with a certain style, they must’ve done something right.

My Verdict:

While it’s not exactly like Cuphead,

Bendy and the Ink Machine

is nonetheless an extremely immersive survival horror game that’s great for those looking for games with stylized visuals.

What do players say?

Double0Harmony ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ A little messy but still a game I’d easily recommend.

Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight

Challenging Pixel-Art Action Platformer Like Cuphead

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series has been around for a while, but there’s a prevailing notion that the first 3 were somewhat basic. I do agree with that, and counter with this:

Reverie Under the Moonlight is where Momodora finally spread its wings and took off.

Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight

has you play as Kaho, a priestess in search of a way to stop a curse, which will require you to kill the queen. As expected, this won’t be easy:

Reverie is a hard game with highly precise, Souls-inspired 2D combat.

Death comes quickly, so you’ll need to be fast and strategic with your dodge rolls and melee hits to survive.

Why we chose it Reverie Under the Moonlight is, for me, the best of the franchise. Its combination of simple yet mechanically tight combat with a decent story, as well as great graphics make it a title worth looking into.

Those who do choose to answer Momodora’s challenge will find a simple yet fun game lovingly wrapped in a pixel art anime aesthetic. It doesn’t do anything new, that much is true, but it remains a very satisfying game to play through, especially once you get over that initial learning curve.

My Verdict:

Momodora: Reverie under the Moonlight is perfect for players who enjoyed Cuphead’s difficulty and are looking for a Metroidvania to pounce on.

What do players say?

NNpatentguy ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ Heavily draws on old Metroidvanias while not 100% copying them.

Broforce

Over-the-Top Action Run-and-Gun Chaos Like Cuphead

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Broforce

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In

Broforce

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Why we chose it If causing chaos on your own is fun,

Broforce

allows you to play with up to other players. I should also mention that this is one of those games that’s way better with friends.

Despite its ridiculous premise and bulging pecs,

Broforce

is a very well-thought out game. It’s difficult in all the right ways (by which I mean that if you can’t see anything because of the explosions, it’s mostly your fault) and the level design isn’t something that you can mindlessly breeze through, even if you can just bro everything up for freedom.

My Verdict:

With its crazy action, little to no filter, and over-the-top humor,

Broforce

is the kind of game you pop in when you want to destress.

What do players say?

Bicep.Sorcerer ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ Contra but even manlier, if you can believe it.

Acecraft [Rhythmic Combat Challenge Similar to Cuphead]

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Acecraft

is…um, “inspired” by Cuphead, from its art style and animations down to its UI, and that’s a fact no one can deny. But to be entirely fair, it must’ve taken effort to create Cuphead -like assets, and it’s quite enjoyable if a bit on the easy side.

Acecraft

is, uniquely on this list, a free-to-play mobile game, where “free to play” means the usual trappings of mobile games: skill trees, equipment (have fun with rolling for stats), and, yeah, character gacha. “Cuphead gacha” was not on my bingo card list, but here we are.

Why we chose it Cuphead knock-off allegations aside,

Acecraft

is pretty fun, if a bit simple. The gacha game trappings do add some longevity, but can be a double-edged sword.

But with all that said,

Acecraft

has surprisingly solid gameplay via intense classic arcade aerial combat, which leads to an enjoyable, almost zen-like experience. Not as tough or complex as Cuphead, to be sure, but it’s close enough until we get an actual port.

My Verdict:

Acecraft

is as close to Cuphead on mobile as you’ll get today. If you’re looking for free bullet hell mobile games to scratch a specific itch, this one might do it.

What do players say?

AngeMoreaux ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ★ Fun but you can already see the monetization hooks. Pick up and play but don’t get too invested.

My Overall Verdict on the Best Games Like Cuphead

As I said at the start, “games like Cuphead”

is a very wide net to cast, and with choices, narrowing down your picks by what you want can still be tough. So, let’s go over one-line suggestions that’ll help you make up your mind.

Best starting point for games like Cuphead today?

For Run and Gun gameplay →

Mega Man 11

Manages to both do the classics well and adapt to modern hardware and sensibilities via a new 2.5D visual style.

For Metroidvanias →

Hollow Knight

From combat to exploration to ambience, thiso is one of the best Metroidvania games that does everything extraordinarily well.

For Roguelikes →

Enter the Gungeon

Quirky and funny yet endlessly dynamic, this memorable bullet hell game is sure to keep you busy for a long time.

For Multiplayer →

Broforce

Good, mindless fun in the best sense of the word, and even better with friends.

FAQs

What is the best game like Cuphead?

The best game like Cuphead will depend on exactly what part of the game you want to experience again. Platformer enjoyers might

Hollow Knight

and

Ori and the Blind Forest

, while those who enjoy hectic run-and-gun action will enjoy games like

Enter the Gungeon

,

Furi

, Contra and Metal Slug series.

What type of game is Cuphead?

Cuphead is a 2D run and gun game. It’s also part platformer, thanks to the stages, as well as a boss rush, as most levels consist solely of a single boss that you need to beat.

Is Cuphead ok for kids?

Yes, Cuphead should be ok for kids. That said, Cuphead is an extremely difficult game, so keep that in mind if you’re getting it for your children.

How long is Cuphead?

Cuphead is around hours long, but this time will vary wildly based on your gameplay styles and how you handle the game’s difficult and unique bosses.

What is the hardest boss in Cuphead?

The hardest boss in Cuphead depends on your gameplay style, but for me, it’s King Dice. King Dice’s level is more of a marathon than a sprint, and the many mini-bosses make it easy to run out of steam before the actual boss.

How many worlds are in Cuphead?

There are worlds in Cuphead: Inkwell Isles has sections, and Inkwell Hell is the final area where both King Dice and The Devil are fought.

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