But what other games can you play once youve put down the controller?

Well, check out the best games likeAnimal Wellthat offer the best alternatives out there.

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Best Games Like Animal Well

Its a unique game for the sole reason of performing clever element shifts that manipulate the world around you.

But more so, and in common withAnimal Well, for the constant sense of dread and escapism intertwined.

Outbuddies

If youre looking to pump up the action, then Outbuddies is the right game for you.

A Void Hope - Launch Trailer - Nintendo Switch

It takes you to the deep seas to take on strange creatures and remnants of a lost world.

Youll run and gun, as you explore a city under the sea.

Many of the elements and surroundings in Outbuddies will be strikingly otherworldly.

Perspectrum 30 Second Teaser

Its made even more apparent by the exciting retro, NES-like color palette and intricately detailed sprites.

Dream Alone

Three parts platforming, horror, and story,Dream Alonejuggles them relatively well.

It kicks off with a mystery that has put all but a young boy into a coma.

OUTBUDDIES - Launch Trailer

The boy sets out to uncover the curse that has befallen his people.

He traverses 2D platforms, evading deadly traps and delicate ground reminiscent ofLimbo.

Its world is sprawling with exotic life and towering enemies.

Dream Alone - Launch Trailer

Youll encounter challenging puzzles that keep you on your toes.

Meanwhile, the art style looks stunning, hand-painted to perfection.

Spelunky 2

Well received by the masses,Spelunky 2picks up from its predecessor, building on tried-and-tested gameplay.

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It infuses unique and randomized challenges in a roguelike structure that remains ever-refreshing with each run.

Explore the fallen kingdom of Hallownest, uncovering the mysteries behind a supernatural plague.

Being a Metroidvania, youll venture out into interconnected worlds.

Spelunky 2 - Gameplay Trailer | PS4

From ancient cities to twisting caverns,Hollow Knights world grows in width and depth the more you explore.

Meanwhile, watch out for deadly traps, solve challenging puzzles, and battle tainted creatures out for blood.

La-Mulana

Next up isLa-Mulana, an archaeological exploration game whose graphics take after classic MSX games.

Hollow Knight - Trailer

Platforming quickly puts up a strong challenge, but stick with it, and itll get easier with time.

LikeSpelunky 2,La-Mulanaalso draws inspiration from Indiana Jones.

It places challenging puzzles and deadly traps in the way between you and coveted treasure.

LA-MULANA 1 & 2 - Launch Trailer - Nintendo Switch

Emuurom

Emuuron, on the other hand, finds the perfect balance between challenge and casual gameplay.

Documenting the fascinating creatures of the game will have you exploring the depths and heights of its ancient paradise.

As a result,Emuuromopens up into a deeper mythical adventure that constantly surprises.

EMUUROM trailer 2022 (nonviolent metroidvania)

Celeste

Grappling relevant societal issues with emotionally-driven, single-player platforming adventure,Celestehandles itself pretty graciously.

It delivers an all-around compelling adventure that pushes your platforming skills to the limits.

So, whats your take?

Celeste - Launch Trailer | PS4

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Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology.

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When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.

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