Games like Commander Keen

93% positive from 1,561 reviewsReleased 2007Steam Deck Playable$4.99

What it is

Classic side-scrolling platformer. Jump and shoot through alien worlds as a child genius.

What players liked

Players praise it as classic platforming history, a great way to play old DOS games with VGA graphics.

The catch

The pack sold as complete is missing two episodes of the series.

Why it is here

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 93% positive, but with 1,561 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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Six games like Commander Keen

The Disney Afternoon Collection

87% positive from 1,054 reviews2017Deck Verified

This is a retro action-platformer collection featuring classic Disney characters. Players experience side-scrolling adventures with a rewind mechanic and boss rush modes.

What players likedPlayers praise it as a nostalgic collection, especially comparing it to classic NES games like Chip & Dale Rescue Rangers.

Both are tagged 1990's, Retro and Classic.

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The Curse of Monkey Island

97% positive from 1,638 reviews1997Deck Unsupported

A graphic adventure game featuring point-and-click puzzles and humorous dialogue. Players solve inventory puzzles and engage in insult swordfights to progress.

What players likedPlayers praise its compelling story, amazing dialogue, and awesome soundtrack, comparing its mysteries to the show "Lost."

The catchPuzzle solutions run on moon logic, so progress means trying every item on everything.

Both are tagged 1990's, Retro and Classic.

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Super Kiwi 64

95% positive from 1,792 reviews2022Deck Verified

A low-poly 3D collect-a-thon platformer where players use a kiwi's wall-sticking ability to explore non-linear levels. It evokes a late 90s console feel.

What players likedPlayers praise its charming, nostalgic platforming and tight controls, reminiscent of classic collectathons.

The catchLevels are empty and offer almost no challenge, and it is over in about an hour.

Both are tagged 1990's, Retro and Action.

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Mega Man Legacy Collection 2

84% positive from 1,806 reviews201717% finish itDeck Verified

This is a retro platformer collection featuring classic Mega Man games. Players battle Robot Masters through challenging action and exploration.

What players likedPlayers say it's a challenging and enjoyable collection, especially praising the inclusion of DLC and exclusive content.

The catchThe rewind feature from the first collection is missing, making this a downgrade.

Both are tagged Retro, Classic and 2D.

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Wolfenstein 3D

93% positive from 4,281 reviews2007Deck Playable

A classic first-person shooter where you run and gun through Nazi strongholds. Fight enemies with various weapons in a fast-paced, action-packed experience.

What players likedPlayers say it's like Hotline Miami and praise its revolutionary impact as the "grandfather" of fast, addictive FPS games.

The catchThe Steam release is a bare DOSBox port with awful controls that cannot be rebound.

Both are tagged 1990's, Retro and Action.

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Parking Garage Rally Circuit

96% positive from 1,588 reviews202412% finish itDeck Verified

Retro arcade rally racer with time-trial laps in unique parking garage circuits. Features tight controls, dynamic physics, and ghost/realtime multiplayer.

What players likedPlayers praise this retro arcade racer as a tight, addictive drift-booster, like a lost Sega Saturn or Mario Kart game.

The catchLevels and physics punish the speed encouraged

Both are tagged 1990's, Retro and Action.

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