what are your favorite pixel games and why?
what are your favorite pixel games and why?
I am really craving a game similar to vampire survivors. It's just so good and I cannot stop playing it but i need to take a break lol
what are your favorite pixel games and why?
I am really craving a game similar to vampire survivors. It's just so good and I cannot stop playing it but i need to take a break lol
I really liked CrossCode. It’s is a Zelda-like with solid gameplay and a fun story
CrossCode is fantastic, right there with you
Lea!
Stardew Valley and Undertale. I also loved Duelyst, but it's no longer around.
I think Duelyst went open source. You should look into it because it was forked into a free version called Duelyst II. https://store.steampowered.com/app/2004320/Duelyst_II/
Though I suspect you have followed the saga more closely than me if you were really into it.
Carrion. I've never played a pixel art reverse stealth game where the player is the horrible monster. and I bet you haven't either!
We totally need more of these games!
Dead cells never gets old
This is only one of two games I like dying in. The HUAGHHH when you respawn and the fire boosh is just so good
I used to have no interest in pixel-style games but in the past few years I've grown to really like them. I'll try and post some of my favorites below with a quick synopsis to see if it's something you may like. These are really in no particular order. As you can see, I really like the building/colony management games. I hope to delve into other genres at some point when they interest me.
Also, a lot will be in early access but I'll note when there hasn't been updates for a while.
I came here to make sure Chronicon was represented, I just spent some of my weekend tinkering my way up to Mythic 9 and beyond. This is an amazing list, I should go check off the rest of it.
I'm not sure if it is truly considered a pixel art game, but I still love Terraria.
Recently started a new playthrough with my friend after about 10 years since last playing, its crazy how much stuff is in this game
Noita is kind of niche but it’s really a fun time. Easy to pick up and put down.
Noita taught me the true meaning of "hubris."
Noita is amazing, I'm still so bad at it but it's sooo fun.
I played that almost as much as dead cells.
YES! Noita!
It's so fun to mix and match various wands and spells, to create satisfying projectile, explosions. There would be a lot of explosions, falling sands, and you'll be definitely dying a lot (a lot of them would be from your own fault loll), but that's part of the fun & satisfaction.
Although, dying is quite frustrating overtime. So go ahead use some mods from workshop that adds the chances to stay alive like health item, etc.
Do you want pixel graphics, or do you want gameplay like Vampire Survivors? Because the suggestions here are all over the place genre-wise.
Stardew Valley. So relaxing to play and the progress feels rewarding too. You can also play with someone else co-op which makes it more fun.
Don't think this is exactly what you're asking, but among actual old games, A Link to the Past and Super Metroid are both highly playable and highly replayable pixel graphics games.
Into the Breach is such a unique concept. I know it's easy to compare it to games like Fire Emblem or Advance Wars, but it feels much more like a puzzle or chess game.
Abosultely love FTL. I keep coming back to it after a decade of playing it on and off
Celeste and Shovel Knight are may favorite semi-recent games. I'm always game for A Link to the Past though.
Céleste is one of my go-to comfort Games. Controls are crisp af, the music is fantastic, the gameplay loop is neat. It's a wonderful game, it deserves its fame.
What's the best entry point to Shovel Knight these days? Do I have to buy the treasure trove? Any cheaper options to get a taste of it?
I got it in a Humble bundle years ago for a relatively low price before the expansions and got those for free when they came out. I can't speak much for the value of the current $40 price tag, but I certainly got my money's worth.
The original game now called "Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope" is well worth the $15 on steam for the standalone first installment though, if you aren't looking to spend too much. Most folks do recommend getting Treasure Trove but I found I really didn't play the expansions much myself anyway.
Realm of the Mad God is super replayable and addicting. Love it to death and it's absolutely worth what I paid for it on sale.
Cave Story is always a fun time.
A Short Hike, it even has settings to make it EXTRA cruncy (big pixels) or to smooth them down.
Edit: forgot to mention the "why": it feels like a true labor of love, which is a rare sensation for me to experience.
If you like Vampire Survivors i can highly recommend Boneraiser Minions.
It is the same genre but it plays very different, since you have minions instead of weapons and can change the map you are playing on.
Might want to check out Salt and Sanctuary.
Enter the Gungeon, fun times and great replay potential.
The Messenger. Often gets compared to ninja gaiden (for good reason) but I actually got mega man X vibes from it. Awesome 2D platforming with metroidvania elements and a great gimmick. I also really loved Celeste and Katana Zero.
All three games have really responsive controls that feel great to use, which to me is the most important aspect of 2d games (outside of adventure/narrative games)
Evoland. You start in the 2D 4 color era, then the 8 bit era, level up to 16 bit, then 32 bit. It takes you all the way from 4 color games to 3D rendering. It’s super cheap on Steam, and there is a sequel too if you like it.
I have it on my android but I haven't played it yet. Thanks for the reminder!
Check our Risk of Rain (trailer). Amazing soundtrack!
Right now loop hero is a great time waster. I can play it when I'm idle working.
Shattered Pixel Dungeon is pretty fun
Not similar to vampire survivors, but my favourite pixel games outside of snes Era is hands down stardew valley.
For something engaging and actiony to break up vampire survivor, yiu should check out rogue legacy 2. Not pixel art, but easy pick up and play
Funny how no one mentioned the Quest for Glory or any of those old Sierra point and click adventure games. Oh, and those games from LucasArts as well.
On more modern one I think Dead Cells executed pretty well, since my eyes don't feel tired after play compare to other more action driven pixel art games.
Not really like Vampire Survivors at all, but:
Pokemon TCG for GameBoy probably. It's just a really solid, easy card-based RPG. I truly adore it.
I played that game so much as kid! Still holds up today
I had a lot of fun with hyper light drifter & Stardew valley.
Has anyone tried the final fantasy pixel remasters?
Haven't tried the remasters but I did come here to say that my favorite pixel game of all time is FF6. I know part of it is just nostalgia but I also just absolutely love the story and the mechanics. The magic system is great and I personally enjoyed it more than what was put into place in 7 with materia.
FTL! This game was probably my first introduction to roguelites back when I was still a wee little lad. Loved the space aesthetic, and the combat system was pretty unique for the time I thought. Runner-up would probably be Noita (roguelite trend here). If we're including DOS era games, I'd add Centurion: Defender of Rome (predecessor to Total War games) and Sword of the Samurai (Mount and Blade but in Sengoku-era Japan).
You should check out 20 Minutes Till Dawn. It's a better looking version of vampire survivor.
I really liked Zero Sievert. An extraction shooter with some nice missions. Also Wall World.
I enjoyed Titan Souls. It's basically a no-nonsense boss battle game, but without the extra excessively long fights. Only one boss was annoying to get back to, and most weren't too annoying to defeat.
I'm sure there's more if I sit and think for longer, but right now I'd have to say Blasphemous - I went into it completely blind to what it was, and ho boy did it blow me away. Everything just felt good about that game.
Celeste. Was my first pixel art style game but oh has it been fun
Broforce, fun for up to four players.
Death Trash is an isometric openworld rpg, amazing pixel art. It features a post apocalyptic world with horrors, can be a bit gross sometimes tho. Very good Indie game.
It’s not pixelated but if you like Vampire Survivors you should totally check out Brotato!
Shattered Pixel Dungeon always draws me back in. And it's getting frequent updates as well. They even added a new character/class the other day.
Any of the Final Fantasy pixel remaster would be my answer. They are not like the newer remakes, they hold true to the originals with a face-lift.
Does Duck Game, Freeways, and TowerFall count?
Everhood for a good pixel game, but it's not really comparable to much other than a weird acid trip. The Steam reviews are a good indicator for the vibes and a good laugh.
@fossilesque oh man I LOVE EVERHOOD. So so good and I’m excited for the sequel
Children of Morta for me.
To the moon and APICO come to mind :D
It's still in early access, but Traveller's Rest is very relaxing and chill.
It only shares the roguelite elements with vampire survivors, but I'll drop a recommend for The Dungeon Beneath here. Super simple but pretty addicting.
Dome keeper!!
If you finish Dome Keeper and liked the concept, give Wall World a try next. I liked it even better!
I like Rimworld, trying to survive and build a functional lil town while keeping everyone alive. Eventually expanding enough to build a spaceship and escape the planet to win the game. I never have though I just put on lowest difficulty and watch my lil kitty people doodl about.
While it has simple graphics, Rimworld is not a pixel game. It is a great game, though!
Hotline Miami. Does Superhot count?
For games with similar gameplay, I'd recommend
For similar art style
Paper Please. They tell multiple stories, some you can invest and follow or cut short with a simple button (DETAINED!). The gameplay is also interesting, having to maintain and follow all these little details reminds me of some brain training games. The comedic writing as well of some of the characters is also brilliant (looking at your Georgi).
Pixelated graphics hit the right spot for me. The Binding of Isaac Rebirth, Stardew Valley, Enter the Gungeon, Dwarf Fortress, Dead Cells, Terraria, FTL, some emulated games. I got pretty addicted to Vampire Survivors at one point too.
There is nothing quite so delicious as a well made 8bit soundtrack while your pixels hit other pixels