Dead Cells AlternativesOnly apps categorised as Platform Games

The best Platform Game alternative to Dead Cells is Hollow Knight. It's not free, so if you're looking for a free alternative, you could try Mega Man Rock Force or Megaman Origins. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 10 alternatives to Dead Cells and many of them are Platform Games so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Platform Game alternatives to Dead Cells are Celeste, 20xx, Castlevania The Lecarde Chronicles and Rogue Legacy.

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Dead Cells

Platform Game
Paid • Proprietary

A roguelike, Castlevania-inspired, action-platformer, Dead Cells allows you to explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle, unlock new gear and gain access to unreachable areas. Fight to the death using the weapons and loot...

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Dead Cells alternatives page was last updated Mar 28, 2024

Hollow Knight
Forge your own path in Hollow Knight! An epic action adventure through a vast ruined kingdom of insects and heroes. Explore twisting caverns, battle tainted creatures and befriend bizarre bugs, all in a classic, hand-drawn 2D style.
64 Hollow Knight alternatives
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application types
- Platform Game
- Adventure Game
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Steam
- GOG.com
- Playstation
- SteamOS
- Nintendo Switch
- Xbox
- Humble Bundle
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Hollow Knight Features
1. Ad-free
2. Multiplayer
3. Achievements Supported
4. Moddable
5. Works Offline
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Hollow Knight VS Dead Cells
Is Hollow Knight a good alternative to Dead Cells?
- Hollow Knight is the most popular Windows, Mac & Linux alternative to Dead Cells.
- Hollow Knight is the most popular commercial alternative to Dead Cells.
- Hollow Knight is Paid and ProprietaryDead Cells is also Paid and Proprietary
- Hollow Knight is MultiplayerDead Cells is not according to our users

Celeste
Celeste is a platforming video game by Canadian video game developers Matt Thorson and Noel Berry. The game was originally created as a prototype in four days during a game jam, and later expanded into a full release.
21 Celeste alternatives
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application type
- Platform Game
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Nintendo Switch Online
- Playstation
- Xbox
Celeste Features
Optional collectibles
Pixel graphics
Pixel Art
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Mega Man Rock Force
Megaman Rock Force is a fan-made game designed to mimic the look and feel of classic 8-bit Megaman games.
38 Mega Man Rock Force alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Application type
- Platform Game
Platforms
- Windows
Mega Man Rock Force Features
Portable
Side Scrolling
8-bit Game
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Mega Man Rock Force VS Dead Cells
Is Mega Man Rock Force a good alternative to Dead Cells?
- Mega Man Rock Force is the most popular free alternative to Dead Cells.
- Mega Man Rock Force is Free and ProprietaryDead Cells is Paid and Proprietary

20xx
An indie roguelike action platform video game.
9 20xx alternatives
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application types
- Platform Game
- Action Game
Platforms
- Windows
- Epic Games Store
- Steam
- Nintendo Switch Online
- Playstation
- PlayStation Network
- Nintendo Switch
- Xbox
20xx Features
Game Series
Coop storymode
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20xx VS Dead Cells
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Castlevania The Lecarde Chronicles
A fan-made game based on the Castlevania series. Play as Efrain Lecarde, a knight of the church, who is sent to investigate a strange event that occurred in the cemetery of his hometown of Segovia Spain.
66 Castlevania The Lecarde Chronicles alternatives
License model
- Free Personal • Proprietary
Application types
- Platform Game
- Adventure Game
Platforms
- Windows
Castlevania The Lecarde Chronicles Features
Portable
Side Scrolling
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Megaman Origins
Between MM3 and MM4 there was a MM adventure, never told, until now:

Protoman has dissapeared after defeating Dr Wily for the Third time and Megaman is wondering where he could be. But suddenly 8 Robot Masters appears trying to destroy the World! But after the battle 4 misteriou.
37 Megaman Origins alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Application types
- Platform Game
- Adventure Game
Platforms
- Windows
Megaman Origins Features
Portable
Side Scrolling
8-bit Game
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Rogue Legacy
Rogue Legacy is a genealogical rogue-"LITE" where anyone can be a hero. Each time you die, your child will succeed you. Every child is unique. One child might be colorblind, another might have vertigo-- they could even be a dwarf.
13 Rogue Legacy alternatives
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application types
- Platform Game
- Roguelike Game
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Steam
Rogue Legacy Features
Procedurally generated
Side Scrolling
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Meganoid
Meganoid is a challenging shooter/platformer with randomly generated levels to make every game unique. Descend into the depths of the Meganoid space ship collecting items to enhance your abilities.
34 Meganoid alternatives
License model
- Paid • Proprietary
Application type
- Platform Game
Platforms
- Mac
- Windows
- Linux
- Android
- iPhone
- Android Tablet
- iPad
- Steam
Meganoid Features
Game Series
8-bit Game
Side Scrolling
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Meganoid VS Dead Cells
Is Meganoid a good alternative to Dead Cells?
- Meganoid is the most popular Android, iPhone, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to Dead Cells.
- Meganoid is Paid and ProprietaryDead Cells is also Paid and Proprietary

MegaMan Unlimited
Megaman Unlimited is a Megaman fan-game in the classic 8-Bit NES style both in sound and visuals. It is similar to Megaman 3 and Megaman 9-10 in design philosophy. MMU is made by fans for fun. It is not related to the official series’ canon.
62 MegaMan Unlimited alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Application types
- Platform Game
- Adventure Game
Platforms
- Windows
MegaMan Unlimited Features
Portable
Side Scrolling
8-bit Game
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Magical Cat Rescue
Magical Cat Rescue is a platform game with a nice story. The game character is a witch who lost her cats because of a mistakenly opened portal. The character can smash, fire and break objects in the game. In each level the witch saves a cat.
35 Magical Cat Rescue alternatives
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application types
- Platform Game
- Adventure Game
Platforms
- Android
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Magical Cat Rescue Features
1. Side Scrolling
2. Endless gameplay
3. Single player
4. Ad-free
5. Works Offline
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Megaman in Megacity
A Megaman game with more than thirty bosses and powerups in a huge, Metroid-style world.
37 Megaman in Megacity alternatives
License model
- Free • Proprietary
Application types
- Platform Game
- Adventure Game
Platforms
- Windows
Megaman in Megacity Features
Portable
Side Scrolling
8-bit Game
Upload directly to Mega
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Discontinued
The game's page is no longer available. No further details or download available.
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Spelunky
Spelunky is a unique platformer with randomized levels that offer a challenging new experience each time you play. Journey deep underground and explore fantastic places filled with all manner of monsters, traps, and treasure.
14 Spelunky alternatives
License model
- Freemium • Proprietary
Application type
- Platform Game
Platforms
- Windows
- Steam
Spelunky Features
Procedurally generated
Side Scrolling
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