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Games like Glitch Protocol

If Glitch Protocol is your kind of game, the closest matches are Cyjin: The Cyborg Ninja, Towerbolt and Cat Box Paradox — picked from the ranked list below. 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 Glitch Protocol: A brutal precision platformer where the level itself is lying to you. Run, jump and die through 200 handcrafted rooms of vanishing floors, fleeing doors and gravity that flips mid-jump. Then build your own lies in the editor and share them as codes.

2026ActionIndie5.59 USDWindows · macOS · Linuxby Boogygames Studios
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Steam players who put hours into Glitch Protocol 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. Cyjin: The Cyborg Ninja

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Glitch Protocol fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Put your platforming skills to the test with your mouse in Cyjin: The Cyborg Ninja – a unique precision platformer featuring fast-paced gameplay and accelerated dashing action.

    2021ActionIndie9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Towerbolt

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Glitch Protocol fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Glitch Protocol.

    Towerbolt is a fast paced vertical platformer set in the year 239X. Race to the top of a cyberpunk Megatower while outrunning lethal security lasers on every floor!

    2026Action11.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Cat Box Paradox

    WHY THIS

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

    In this fast paced retro platform game, you must think fast as you run, jump and swap colour, making your way through 8 floors of challenging and amusing colour changing mayhem.

    2021ActionIndie3.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Downwell

    WHY THIS

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

    Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.

    2015ActionIndieAdventure2.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Sockventure

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Glitch Protocol fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    In this challenging 2D platformer game, play as a Superhero and help the Kid to find all the missing socks inside the cursed washing machine, Sockventure has stunning colorful graphics, hand-crafted levels, tight controls and fun ever-changing gameplay.

    2021ActionIndieAdventure2.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Super Meat Boy 3D

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Glitch Protocol fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer – now in 3D!

    2026ActionIndie24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. BZZZT

    WHY THIS

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

    Become a tiny ZX8000 robot and begin your journey through a beautiful, pixel-art world inspired by games iconic to the platformer genre. Follow a cute story, upgrade your skills, beat challenging levels, and compete with other players for the fastest speedrun!

    2023ActionIndie11.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Slime-san: Superslime Edition

    WHY THIS

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

    Slime-san was minding his own business when suddenly… A giant worm appeared and gobbled him up! Deep within the worm’s belly, Slime-san has to face a decision: Be digested by the incoming wall of stomach acid... Or jump, slide and slime his way through the worm and back out its mouth!

    2017ActionIndieAdventure14.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Glitch Protocol at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~82% under Glitch Protocol on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    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. Buckshot Roulette

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~47% under Glitch Protocol on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Play Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Four enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck!

    2024ActionIndieSimulation2.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~64% under Glitch Protocol on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    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 ↗
  4. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~73% under Glitch Protocol on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    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 ↗
  5. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~82% under Glitch Protocol on Steam right now. Shares Action with Glitch Protocol.

    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 ↗
  6. Crypt of the NecroDancer

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~47% under Glitch Protocol on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

    2015ActionIndieRPG2.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Super Hexagon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~47% under Glitch Protocol on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.

    2012ActionIndie2.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Nodebuster

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~47% under Glitch Protocol on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Nodebuster is a short, experimental incremental game about busting nodes and destroying reality.

    2024StrategyIndieSimulation2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

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

  1. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Glitch Protocol.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

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

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  4. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    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 ↗
  5. ENA: Dream BBQ

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Experience surreal environments and inexplicable characters as ENA in a new wild world.

    2025IndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. 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 Glitch Protocol.

    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 ↗
  8. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Glitch Protocol.

    STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.

    2024ActionFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Boogygames Studios

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

  1. Shadow Ninja: Apocalypse

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Boogygames Studios, the studio behind Glitch Protocol. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Fast 2D ninja action where every mistake costs everything. Run, dodge, attack and survive as long as you can.

    2015ActionStrategyIndie4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Red Fox and the Four Seasons

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Boogygames Studios, the studio behind Glitch Protocol. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Embark on an enchanting adventure as Fox, exploring vibrant worlds of spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Jump, double jump, and overcome challenging obstacles in this captivating 2D platformer with stunning graphics. Skillfully navigate with just two buttons and uncover the secrets that lie within.

    2026ActionIndieAdventure4.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Solitaire - Cat Pirate Portrait

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Boogygames Studios, the studio behind Glitch Protocol. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Solitaire - Cat Pirate Portrait - Experience the crisp, clear, and easy to read cards, simple and quick animations, and nice sounds, you can play with portrait views. You can move cards with a single tap or drag them to their destination.

    2017SportsStrategyIndie1.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Puzzle: Underwater World

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Boogygames Studios, the studio behind Glitch Protocol. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Puzzle: Underwater World is a classical puzzle game invented in 1878, it’s still popular today. The sliding puzzle that consists of a frame of numbered square tiles in random order with one tile missing. The object of the puzzle is to place the tiles in order by making sliding moves that use the empty space.

    2017SportsStrategyIndie1.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Rainbow Duck

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Boogygames Studios, the studio behind Glitch Protocol. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Turn the Duck upside down and defying the laws of gravity. Rainbow Duck is an addictive game that requires focus, concentration and precise timing. The intuitive one-tap controls allow you to discover the ideal path through all the challenging mazes.

    2019ActionSportsIndie1.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Jewels of the Mysterious Woodland

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Boogygames Studios, the studio behind Glitch Protocol. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Jewels of the Mysterious Woodland - The new match 3 game is here, with brilliant jewels in over 600 dazzling puzzles! A magical journey filled with waves of excitement and brilliant visuals! Swap jewels to clear the way, and match pieces to crush each challenge that lies ahead.

    2017StrategyIndieAdventure3.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Klondike Solitaire Kings

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Boogygames Studios, the studio behind Glitch Protocol. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Famous Card game also known as Klondike. We kept the game true to the spirit of the classic Solitaire (also known as Klondike or Patience) Klondike Solitaire Kings features a beautiful custom designed card set in high resolution with 300+ levels, playing Patience on your desktop never looked this good!

    2017SportsStrategyIndie4.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Mahjong Challenge

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Boogygames Studios, the studio behind Glitch Protocol. Shares Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Mahjong Challenge is the perfect game for the casual player looking for fun and extensive gameplay. The goal of this game is to match open pairs of identical tiles and remove them from the board. The game is finished when all pairs of tiles have been removed from the board.

    2017SportsStrategyIndie2.99 USDSteam ↗

Plays great on Steam Deck

Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.

  1. Towerbolt

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Glitch Protocol.

    Towerbolt is a fast paced vertical platformer set in the year 239X. Race to the top of a cyberpunk Megatower while outrunning lethal security lasers on every floor!

    2026Action11.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Downwell

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.

    2015ActionIndieAdventure2.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Super Meat Boy 3D

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    The infamous, tough-as-nails platformer – now in 3D!

    2026ActionIndie24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. BZZZT

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with Glitch Protocol.

    Become a tiny ZX8000 robot and begin your journey through a beautiful, pixel-art world inspired by games iconic to the platformer genre. Follow a cute story, upgrade your skills, beat challenging levels, and compete with other players for the fastest speedrun!

    2023ActionIndie11.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Glitch Protocol

How much does Glitch Protocol cost?
Glitch Protocol is listed on Steam at 5.59 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Glitch Protocol?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Glitch Protocol are Cyjin: The Cyborg Ninja, Towerbolt, Cat Box Paradox.
Who developed Glitch Protocol?
Glitch Protocol was developed by Boogygames Studios.

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 Glitch Protocol.

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