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Earthworm Jim HD

201075/100
ShooterPlatformAdventure

Comedy · Sci-Fi

A whip-smart platformer built on frenetic action and surreal humor, this game thrives on its absurd scenarios. Earthworm Jim's signature "neck-as-a-whip" attack and the physics-driven level design create moments of chaotic fun. The game's memorable boss encounters and the sheer unpredictability of its environments are what keep players hooked, even if the difficulty spikes at times.

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Jim is a normal earthworm, until a special "super suit" falls from the sky and allows him to operate much like a human, with his "worm-part" acting as a head and the suit acting as arms, body, and legs. Jim's task is two-fold, he must evade the game's many antagonists, who are after him because they want the suit back, and also rescue and protect Princess What's-Her-Name from them. The game plays out with Jim eluding and defeating all enemies, and saving Princess What's-Her-Name. However, not only does she not return Jim's affection, but she is also crushed by the flying cow that was launched at the beginning of the game by Jim himself.

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Cuphead

2017 · Action

Like Earthworm Jim, Cuphead delivers a visually distinct, hand-drawn experience with relentless boss battles and run-and-gun platforming that demands precision and pattern recognition.

Why recommended

  • Features a distinctive, hand-drawn animation style reminiscent of classic cartoons, much like Earthworm Jim's unique aesthetic
  • Criteria - Challenging Difficulty is central to the experience, with demanding boss fights and platforming sections requiring mastery of movement and attack patterns
  • Criteria - Action-packed run-and-gun gameplay combined with platforming elements, where quick reflexes and dodging are paramount to survival
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This classic Sega Genesis title shares Earthworm Jim's frenetic energy, combining intense side-scrolling shooting with varied level design and memorable boss encounters, all wrapped in a vibrant, action-packed package.

Why recommended

  • Offers fast-paced, side-scrolling run-and-gun action with a wide array of weapon combinations, providing diverse combat scenarios
  • Criteria - Action is the core gameplay loop, featuring constant enemy encounters and dynamic set pieces that keep the player engaged
  • Criteria - Challenging Difficulty is present through relentless enemy waves and multi-stage boss fights that test player skill and adaptability
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Critic & community
86
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Recommendation strength
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Embrace the absurd and the explosive with Metal Slug 3, a pixel-art masterpiece that mirrors Earthworm Jim's blend of over-the-top action, diverse vehicles, and constant, challenging combat.

Why recommended

  • Features highly detailed pixel art and fluid animation that creates a distinct visual identity, similar to Earthworm Jim's unique style
  • Criteria - Action is continuous and explosive, with players constantly shooting, dodging, and utilizing various power-ups and vehicles
  • Criteria - Challenging Difficulty is a hallmark, with bullet-hell-like enemy patterns and demanding boss encounters that require memorization and quick reflexes
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90
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Recommendation strength
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While a different genre, Shovel Knight captures the spirit of classic platformers with tight controls, inventive level design, and a charming, humorous tone that fans of Earthworm Jim's classic era will appreciate.

Why recommended

  • Features highly polished 2D platforming with precise controls and inventive mechanics across varied levels, evoking the feel of classic 16-bit action-platformers
  • Criteria - Challenging Difficulty is integrated through clever enemy placement, environmental hazards, and demanding boss battles that reward skill and perseverance
  • Criteria - Adventure elements are present through exploring distinct themed worlds, uncovering secrets, and engaging with a charming cast of characters

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