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Games like Dumpy and Bumpy

If Dumpy and Bumpy is your kind of game, the closest matches are QuaQua, Cliché Adventure and Super Puzzle Blasters — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its challenging, cozy and retro. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Dumpy and Bumpy: Experience a clever take on retro Japanese puzzle games. Bite, blow up, and break your way through 80 charming, but challenging levels. Play solo as Dumpy (or have a friend join you as Bumpy) to crush the evil Ghostlord! But don’t take too long, or the Ghosts will get you!!

2021ActionIndieAdventureCasual4.99 USDWindowsby Programancer
Dumpy and Bumpy — Steam game cover
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Challenging but time effective puzzlesCo op play in main game and battle modeNew mechanics introduced per worldChallengingCozyRetro

Players who liked Dumpy and Bumpy also play

Steam players who put hours into Dumpy and Bumpy also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. QuaQua

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Dumpy and Bumpy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    QuaQua (that's Aqua, with a Quack!) is the addictive duck game for you. Catch the falling blocks to build terrain and keep as much water on your island as possible. Beware of falling bombs and heavy rain as the difficulty slowly climbs in this tile-matching arcade puzzle adventure.

    2022StrategyIndieCasual1.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Cliché Adventure

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Dumpy and Bumpy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Cliché Adventure is an open world top down adventure game. It can be played as single player, or with a friend. The game has five unique regions joined by a hub world. Each area contains an over world, a cave system, and a temple to explore. There are Six main boss fights, and twenty mini bosses.

    2021ActionIndieAdventure2.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Super Puzzle Blasters

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Dumpy and Bumpy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    With over 45 unique puzzle levels to solve in adventure mode plus local multiplayer for up to 4 people acrross 2 modes and 10 arenas there is a lot to discover in this seamingly pocket sized puzzle game!

    2025ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. PathBlasters

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Dumpy and Bumpy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Run, blast, and solve your way to victory! Experience the rush of a colorful, fast-paced chase, solo or against a friend! Burst through the levels and up your score in this retro-inspired arcade setting.

    2024ActionIndieCasual11.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Splatterbot

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Dumpy and Bumpy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    The cleaning robots have gone rogue! Up to 4-players compete in local-multiplayer to make the most mess! Utilize your environment and power-ups to overwhelm your opponents with untidiness. It's about to get messy..

    2025ActionCasual9.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Let's Paint Toast

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Dumpy and Bumpy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Indie and Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Paint slices of toast using red, yellow, and blue—then deliver them to the matching colored blocks. Mix colors to create green, purple, and orange toast as the difficulty ramps, demanding sharp hand-eye coordination and strategic decision-making as you aim for the leaderboard.

    2025IndieCasual1.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Shaolin Bao

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Dumpy and Bumpy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Fling flying fans at your friends in chaotic multiplayer battles of up to 6 players! Grab powerups, master snappy controls, and fight to be the last one standing in fast-paced rounds set in hazard-filled arenas.

    2025ActionIndieCasual10.19 USDSteam ↗
  8. Scales of Silence

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Dumpy and Bumpy fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Clear the couch for co-op snake. A local party game where length is your life: up to 8 players on one shared screen for PvP battles, plus a 2-player co-op campaign. Shrink your friends before they shrink you.

    2026ActionIndieCasualSteam ↗

Reviewers mention these as similar to Dumpy and Bumpy

Surfaced from review text: when other players write 'if you liked X, try Y', we catch the name and resolve it back to a Steam game.

  1. Mr. DRILLER DrillLand

    WHY THIS

    Shares a whimsical mood with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Reviewers of Dumpy and Bumpy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    The popular action puzzle game “Mr. DRILLER DrillLand” makes its Western debut on Steam! You’re invited to a secret amusement park known as “DrillLand” – 500 meters underground!

    2020Casual29.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. tri.Attack();

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Dumpy and Bumpy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    In this 2D arcade game, your body is the weapon. Shoot the tri out of yourself and recall it back to you to take out a constant onslaught of rogue polygons. Unlock all the tri modifiers and get as high of a score as possible!

    2019ActionIndie2.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Adventures of Pip

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Reviewers of Dumpy and Bumpy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Play as the ultimate digital underdog in the Adventures of Pip,an action-platformer with a fresh gameplay twist inside a retro 32-bit world. Alas, Pip is an unlikely 1-pixel hero yet has the unique ability to absorb the pixels of his defeated enemies to evolve into three different forms.

    2015ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. Baba Is You

    WHY THIS

    Shares a whimsical mood with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Reviewers of Dumpy and Bumpy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Baba Is You is a puzzle game where the rules you have to follow are present as blocks you can interact with. By manipulating them, you can change how the game works, repurpose things you find in the levels and cause surprising interactions!

    2019Indie14.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Sokoban 3D

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Dumpy and Bumpy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Indie and Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Move the cubes to their correct locations and solve the levels.

    2023IndieCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. BoxIsland: Sokoban

    WHY THIS

    Reviewers of Dumpy and Bumpy cross-mention this title as a similar play. Shares Indie and Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    On the enigmatic Box Island, an ancient civilization has left behind puzzle-filled ruins. Players take on the role of a young explorer, yet the island is shrouded in a mystical force - only by pushing boxes can one unravel the island's secrets and escape this challenging labyrinthine world!

    2025StrategyIndieRPG1.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Dumpy and Bumpy at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Dumpy and Bumpy on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Dumpy and Bumpy on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Adventure with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~70% under Dumpy and Bumpy on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Adventure with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

    2020IndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Dumpy and Bumpy on Steam right now. Shares Action and Adventure with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Placid Plastic Duck Simulator

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Dumpy and Bumpy on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given.

    2022SimulationCasual1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Peggle Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Dumpy and Bumpy on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun! Aim, shoot, clear the orange pegs, then sit back and cheer as 10 whimsical teachers guide you to Peggle greatness.

    2007Casual0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. STAR WARS™ Republic Commando™

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Dumpy and Bumpy on Steam right now. Shares Action with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    You are the leader of an elite squad of Republic Commandos, your mission is to infiltrate, dominate, and ultimately, annihilate the enemy. Your squad will follow your orders and your lead, working together as a team - instinctively, intelligently, instantly. You are their leader. They are your weapon.

    2009Action2.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Dumpy and Bumpy on Steam right now. Shares Indie and Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Adventure with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Awaria

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Awaria is a short game about working in haunted maintenance tunnels.

    2024ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Travellin Cats in Paris

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Find 100 cats hidden in Paris, France in this cute hand-drawn hidden object game by Travellin Cats - the original viral hidden cat game creator!

    2023IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Grimm's Hollow

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Adventure with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    A spooky, freeware RPG where you search the afterlife for your brother. Reap ghosts with your scythe, explore haunted caves, and eat ghostly treats on your journey through death.

    2019IndieAdventureRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Virtual Cottage

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Casual with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Virtual Cottage gives you a comfy place to rest and be productive without any distractions. Open the game, set yourself a goal and enjoy the atmosphere.

    2020IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. The Expendabros

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.

    2014ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

More from Programancer

Other recommendable Steam games by Programancer, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Prison City

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Another title from Programancer, the studio behind Dumpy and Bumpy. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Prison City is a dystopian, action-packed side-scroller with tight mechanics and intricate level design. Battle Techno-Terrorists with your chakram and grenades, eat hot dogs for health, and locate contacts to help take down bosses.

    2023ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Angry Video Game Nerd 8-bit

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    Another title from Programancer, the studio behind Dumpy and Bumpy. Shares Action and Adventure with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    The Angry Video Game Nerd is back in 8-bits! Battle through frantic platforming levels, defeat classic AVGN bosses, and save all of gaming, or test your skills in Endless Challenge mode!

    2025ActionAdventure19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. The Transylvania Adventure of Simon Quest

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Programancer, the studio behind Dumpy and Bumpy. Shares Action and Indie with Dumpy and Bumpy.

    The Transylvania Adventure of Simon Quest (TASQ) is a parody/homage platformer set in a dark 8-bit world. Your vampire-hunting rival robbed you of fame by killing Count Dracula first! Reclaim your glory by resurrecting Dracula piece by piece and slaying the dark count yourself!

    ActionIndieAdventureSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Dumpy and Bumpy

How much does Dumpy and Bumpy cost?
Dumpy and Bumpy is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Dumpy and Bumpy have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Dumpy and Bumpy supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Shared/Split Screen Co-op).
What games are most similar to Dumpy and Bumpy?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Dumpy and Bumpy are QuaQua, Cliché Adventure, Super Puzzle Blasters.
Who developed Dumpy and Bumpy?
Dumpy and Bumpy was developed by Programancer and published by Retroware.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Dumpy and Bumpy.

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