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2018PEGI 7PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck playable91 % positive14.99 €

A 2D platforming RPG in the vein of Paper Mario, where you play a villain's underling who replaces the failed chosen hero. Timing-based turn combat and quirky, silly humor define the adventure.

  • Turn-based combat
  • Lots of humour
  • Jumping and platforming
  • Fantasy setting

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In short: Games like Underhero

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Underhero special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Born of Bread

88 %Match

2023USK 6PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck playable79 % positive24.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Underhero: turn-based combat, plenty of humour and a fantasy setting.

A charming, quirky RPG-platformer where you play a flour golem teaming up with a colorful crew to explore a whimsical world. Turn-based combat is spiced up with timing elements, and humor is front and center.

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Mario & Luigi: Brothership

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

Mario and Luigi sail an island-ship across a fractured ocean world, fighting turn-based battles where precise timed inputs and flashy Bros. Attacks make the difference. It's all wrapped in slapstick humor and a vibrant cel-shaded style.

Steven Universe: Save the Light

Distinctive, stylised art style

You lead Steven and the Crystal Gems through a turn-based party RPG that feels like an extended episode of the show. Timed button presses during attacks keep fights lively, while the humor and warm cartoon look carry the adventure.

Shantae: Half-Genie Hero

Jumping and platforming

A charming 2.5D platformer where half-genie Shantae uses her hair whip and dance transformations to move through hand-animated stages. Lots of humor, bright cartoon visuals and ability-gated exploration define the experience.

Thirsty Suitors

Strong, story-driven narrative

A stylish, story-driven adventure about Jala confronting her exes and her past. Turn-based fights with timed reactions, skateboarding and cooking minigames keep things varied, mixing humor with emotional moments.

Another Crusade

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A Super Mario RPG-inspired adventure with turn-based battles where well-timed button presses boost attacks and defense, paired with platforming-style exploration through a fantasy world.

Hylics 2

Distinctive, stylised art style

A surreal indie RPG with a handmade clay-and-collage look, where Wayne and his crew fight in turn-based battles and use a dodge-roll and air-dash to find hidden secrets. Its absurd humor and strange soundtrack make it unmistakable.

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