Games like Tools Up!
Below are 19 hand-picked alternatives to Tools Up! for fans of action, indie, adventure, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in Tools Up! also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, more from The Knights of Unity, and Steam Deck–friendly options. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.
About Tools Up!: Tools Up! is an exciting local co-op that tests your renovation and teamwork skills. Paint walls, tear off wallpaper, and move couches against the clock!
Players who liked Tools Up! also play
Ranked by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries plus content overlap on genres, tags, and developers.
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Overcooked
Top pick for Tools Up! fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Overcooked is a chaotic couch co-op cooking game for one to four players. Working as a team, you and your fellow chefs must prepare, cook and serve up a variety of tasty orders before the baying customers storm out in a huff.
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Moving Out
Second-strongest match for Tools Up! fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Moving Out is a ridiculous physics-based moving simulator that brings new meaning to "couch co-op"! Are you ready for an exciting career in furniture? As a newly certified Furniture Arrangement & Relocation Technician, you’ll take on moving jobs all across the busy town of Packmore.
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Buildest
Third-strongest match for Tools Up! fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Simulation with Tools Up!.
Manage a team of industrious workers to create buildings in different architectural styles. Explore various designs, craft elaborate building elements and CREATE! You can also play with friends in co-op mode!
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Lumberhill
Ranked #4 for Tools Up! fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
A crazy multiplayer party game in which lumberjacks try to complete tasks with nature fighting them every step of the way. Race against the clock, fight wildfires, pirates, and extremely annoying monkeys as you travel around the world and through time. Play online/local co-op and pvp or play solo.
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Highlaundry
Ranked #5 for Tools Up! fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Highlaundry is an intense cooperative laundry game for up to four players. Join your friends to wash and dry as many clothes as you can before time runs out. Each level, a new element plays against you!
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Dorfs: Hammers for Hire
Ranked #6 for Tools Up! fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
A co-op crafting platformer where your friends prove worse than any enemy. Craft weapons and armor from your dwarven workshop, help your patron's army win the battle, and make your way up the Iron Mountain!
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Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
Ranked #7 for Tools Up! fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Explore a neon galaxy in your very own battleship in this 1- to 4-player couch co-op adventure.
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Levelhead
Ranked #8 for Tools Up! fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Deliver those goods, real good - or get turned into scrap trying! Chaotic co-op platforming, genre-bending power-ups, a challenging campaign, and endless community-built levels await, so grab a friend and GO!
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More from The Knights of Unity
Other recommendable Steam games by The Knights of Unity, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
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Scythe: Digital Edition
Another title from The Knights of Unity, the studio behind Tools Up!.
Scythe transports you to an alternate reality in 1920s Europa, one ravaged by the First World War. Take up the role of leader by assuming command of one of 5 factions, and set out to conquer the coveted "Factory". Lead your mechs to war and your people to victory!
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Death Roads: Tournament
Another title from The Knights of Unity, the studio behind Tools Up!. Shares Indie with Tools Up!.
Combine deadly racing, deckbuilding, and roguelite style to get car battles unlike anything before! Choose a driver, car, weapons, and sponsors to overcome tactical encounters. Adapt to an ever-changing race to come out on top and earn entry into the last safe haven on the Divided States of America.
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W.A.N.D. Project
Another title from The Knights of Unity, the studio behind Tools Up!. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Fast-paced, roguelike bullet hell with deep, unique spellcrafting. Create and use overpowered, game-shattering spells by combining a multitude of magical elements. Defend Tokyo from a monstrous invasion using magic, reflexes, and game-changing combos.
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Tools Up! Ultimate Edition
Another title from The Knights of Unity, the studio behind Tools Up!. Shares Action and Simulation with Tools Up!.
Tools Up! Ultimate Edition is a chaos-filled, local couch-coop extravaganza, all about renovating homes and the outdoors. It comes with all updates, content, and DLC in one package, supporting up to 4 players.
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Card Hunter
Another title from The Knights of Unity, the studio behind Tools Up!.
Shuffle your cards and ready your dice - Card Hunter is a fresh new card gaming spin on classic tabletop RPGs. Battle your way through a massive campaign solo or with friends and compete with other players in ranked play and tournaments.
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Ignis: Duels of Wizards
Another title from The Knights of Unity, the studio behind Tools Up!. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Dive into the heat of this fast-paced battle arena! Customize the path of each magical projectile, cast powerful spells and gain a tactical advantage to prevail over your rivals in the Grand Tournament!
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Death Roads: Tournament Prologue
Another title from The Knights of Unity, the studio behind Tools Up!. Shares Indie with Tools Up!.
Experience unprecedented car battles by merging the thrill of deadly racing, the strategic depth of deckbuilding, and the unpredictable nature of roguelite gameplay. Select a skilled driver, a powerful vehicle, an arsenal of weapons, and supportive sponsors to conquer tactical challenges.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
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Overcooked
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Overcooked is a chaotic couch co-op cooking game for one to four players. Working as a team, you and your fellow chefs must prepare, cook and serve up a variety of tasty orders before the baying customers storm out in a huff.
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Moving Out
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Moving Out is a ridiculous physics-based moving simulator that brings new meaning to "couch co-op"! Are you ready for an exciting career in furniture? As a newly certified Furniture Arrangement & Relocation Technician, you’ll take on moving jobs all across the busy town of Packmore.
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Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Explore a neon galaxy in your very own battleship in this 1- to 4-player couch co-op adventure.
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Levelhead
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with Tools Up!.
Deliver those goods, real good - or get turned into scrap trying! Chaotic co-op platforming, genre-bending power-ups, a challenging campaign, and endless community-built levels await, so grab a friend and GO!
Frequently asked about Tools Up!
- Is Tools Up! verified for Steam Deck?
- Yes — Tools Up! is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
- How much does Tools Up! cost?
- Tools Up! is listed on Steam at 19.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- Does Tools Up! have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — Tools Up! supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Shared/Split Screen Co-op, Co-op).
- What games are most similar to Tools Up!?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Tools Up! are Overcooked, Moving Out, Buildest.
- Who developed Tools Up!?
- Tools Up! was developed by The Knights of Unity and published by Untold Tales, Gamersky Games.
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