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168 games like Jump the Crank

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01 Octogeddon Cover

2018 · Switch, PC

Octogeddon

76%

Octogeddon is a semi-casual action strategy game. You play as Octogeddon, a giant mutant octopus bent on world destruction. Grow more tentacles and evolve each of them into deadlier weapons until you become the ultimate eight-legged killing machine!

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Jump the Crank

76% Sehr nah dran
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

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02 CrankShaft Cover

2023 · Playdate

CrankShaft

70%

Get ready to experience the captivating journey of a bouncing ball amidst the intricate machinery of a crankshaft. In this game, you'll navigate through the mechanical realm, leaping over obstacles and bounding across the unique landscape of the crankshaft. Te...

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Jump the Crank

70% Sehr nah dran
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

03 Missile Mayhem Cover

2025 · Playdate

Missile Mayhem

70%

A Missile Command style arcade game for the Playdate that utilizes the crank for aiming. Take command of the sole missile launcher to defend your 6 cities against wave after wave of incoming attack.

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Jump the Crank

70% Sehr nah dran
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

04 Xorbius Cover

Year unknown · Playdate

Xorbius

65%

✦ One enemy. One power-up. Unlimited

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Jump the Crank

65% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode
Trade-offs

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05 The Long Arc Cover

2025 · Playdate

The Long Arc

64%

A fast-paced action arcade game. You play as an archer in a tower, fending off waves of enemies by using the crank to pull back your bow. Each level brings tougher challenges: knights, wraiths, skeletons, golems, and griffins.

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Jump the Crank

64% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

06 Rico Cover

2019 · Switch, PC, PS4

Rico

62%

Rico is an arcade-style, first-person shooter inspired by modern action cinema. In the game you and a friend play as a pair of loose-cannon police partners, given twenty-four hours to crack a case as part of an elite organised crime taskforce. Planning is tac...

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Jump the Crank

62% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

07 Star Sled Cover

2022 · Playdate

Star Sled

62%

Steer your lightning-fast Star Sled through multiple missions designed to test the reflexes of even the most dedicated space pilots! Encircle and capture life-giving Sparks with your Sled’s laser lariat while avoiding deadly Trion Sentries. Advance to the end...

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Jump the Crank

62% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

08 Dash Arena Cover

2023 · Playdate

Dash Arena

58%

A tiny arcade game built for crank controls. Crank to aim your movement around the arena. Attack incoming monsters, or dodge them to build up high scoring combos.

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Jump the Crank

58% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

09 Fulcrum Defender Cover

2025 · Playdate

Fulcrum Defender

58%

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Jump the Crank

58% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode
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Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

10 Dance Break Dance Cover

2024 · Playdate

Dance Break Dance

56%

In Dance Break Dance, it's all about quick reflexes and perfect timing. Spin the crank to make your adorable dancer bust out wild moves, but be sure to stop in time! The faster you crank, the crazier the dance, and the more points you score. Can you keep up wi...

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Jump the Crank

56% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

11 A Fool's Errand Cover

2025 · Playdate

A Fool's Errand

56%

Crank to ascend the infinitely-spiralling tower, dodging its many devious traps and creepy denizens.

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Jump the Crank

56% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Indie Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

12 Command Master Cover

2000 · GBC

Command Master

53%

Command Master is a Japanese only Game Boy Color game.

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Jump the Crank

53% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Single player Mode
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

13 Whitewater Wipeout Cover

2022 · Playdate

Whitewater Wipeout

53%

Crank it yo! Master the waves and hang ten in Whitewater Wipeout! This wave crashing, high score chasing, crank-tastic experience is inspired by the classic California Games. Experience surfing in an innovative new way while performing sick tricks using the Pl...

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Jump the Crank

53% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

14 Flipper Lifter Cover

2022 · Playdate

Flipper Lifter

53%

Elevate these penguins to new heights! Using the Playdate's crank, take penguins through hotels, construction zones, and even into space! But watch out for those pesky eagles who are always looking for their next meal. Featuring 5 endless levels and local high...

Your match for

Jump the Crank

53% Spannender Match
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

15 Tavern Tapper Cover

2022 · Playdate

Tavern Tapper

51%

No summary available.

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Jump the Crank

51% Mutiger Treffer
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

16 Pac-Man Tilt Cover

2011 · 3DS

Pac-Man Tilt

51%

Pac-Man Tilt is a 2D platformer, developed by Namco Bandai Games and released for the Nintendo 3DS in 2011, as one of the included games in Pac-Man & Galaga Dimensions.

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Jump the Crank

51% Mutiger Treffer
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

17 Hot Shot Burn Cover

2019 · Switch, PC

Hot Shot Burn

49%

Hot Shot Burn is the hilariously violent arena party brawler that lets you compete in the universe's ultimate televised blood sport. It's fast-paced, competitive local or online slaughter for 2-4 players.

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Jump the Crank

49% Mutiger Treffer
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

18 By the Pier Cover

2022 · Playdate

By the Pier

48%

A simple fishing game for the Playdate

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Jump the Crank

48% Mutiger Treffer
Shared DNA
Indie Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

19 Dyg Cover

2023 · Playdate

Dyg

47%

Labor in the field.

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Jump the Crank

47% Mutiger Treffer
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Single player Mode Side view Perspective
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Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

20 Root Bear Cover

2023 · Playdate

Root Bear

47%

You are the Root Bear serving bears their root beer. They're extremely picky on their pour, but they pay well. Go on, Root Bear. Achieve the Perfect Pour.

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Jump the Crank

47% Mutiger Treffer
Shared DNA
Arcade Genre Indie Genre Single player Mode
Trade-offs

Weltdesign in IGDB nicht eindeutig klassifiziert · Keine Beschreibung von IGDB verfügbar

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