- #1 BLEAK: Welcome to Glimmer
88% matchVery Positive89% of 75 reviews2016
Dev: Novelline, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 97%
A super high difficulty, fantastical 2D action platformer complete with an expansive original soundtrack. 20+ Levels. Multiple playable characters. Rich lore. BLEAK: Welcome to Glimmer is Act One in a timeless tale of loss and redemption.
Why similar: Action 47.8%, Indie 36.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.4%, Difficult 5.3%, Platformer 3.5%
- #2 Boom Stick
69% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: Fortyate
Windows
Boom Stick is a Fast-Paced Shooter with projectile based combat. Inspired by many of the Old School Shooters but with some new Ideas.
Why similar: Action 47.3%, Indie 37%, Fast-Paced 9.2%, Difficult 6.5%
- #3 Project Océara
67% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Indépendant
Windows
Projet océara is a hardcore platform game, all stage are timed and the difficulty is croissant .
Why similar: Action 52.5%, Indie 41%, 2D Platformer 4.9%, 2D 1.7%
- #4 Karma Knight
62% matchVery Positive88% of 67 reviews2020
Dev: UltramarineSoft
Windows
Karma Knight is a fast paced 2D side-scrolling platform action game with stylish combat. Find hidden items in the stages, collect different spells, defeat the enemies as you gain more experience and enjoy the overall platform action game style.
Why similar: Action 47.9%, Indie 36.8%, Difficult 5.6%, 2D Platformer 4.8%, Platformer 3.4%
- #5 HVRGUN
50% matchMixed59% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Jonathan Bartram
Windows
Welcome to HVRGUN, the worlds best Assault Pilot Training program. Where you'll be placed directly into a virtual battlefield and test your ability to dodge, shoot, and destroy an endless onslaught of enemies!
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #6 DOTORI
62% matchMostly Positive70% of 30 reviews2020
Dev: indev-studioPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
The tale of Rico the Squirrel to save his sister
Why similar: Action 45.3%, Indie 34.7%, Precision Platformer 8.8%, Difficult 6.6%, Platformer 4.6%
- #7 Ninjapple
63% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Gamebringer
Windows
Ninjapple is a crazy 2D platformer in which you need to collect the five elemental medalions to bring peace back to the world ! Take part in this adventure throughout many levels !
Why similar: Action 51.3%, Indie 40%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%
- #8 Sacred Stones
63% matchVery Positive82% of 55 reviews2018
Dev: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Retro sidescrolling action and adventure greet you in Sacred Stones! The indie atmosphere is easy to immerse yourself in. Have a great time as you explore, run/jump & fight your way to victory. This game is perfect for both hardcore and casual fans alike seeking that nostalgic-indie fix!
Why similar: Action 48.2%, Indie 39.1%, Difficult 6.6%, Platformer 6.1%
- #9 FatCat with Hat - Reload the Powergun
60% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Mathias Neubert
Windows
FatCat's life is relaxed. But one day his great love Mrs.Cat is kidnapped by the nasty FatDog. FatCat immediately sets out to save his beloved, but the cunning FatDog is prepared. He sends his henchmen to take out the unloved adversary.
Why similar: Action 53.6%, Indie 41.3%, Difficult 5.1%
- #10 Radial
59% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: DreamseekerPub: Creajeux
Windows
Radial is a 2D speedrun oriented platformer in which you will be able to use teleportation portals. Be ready to acrobatic moves, fights againts creatures, hidden challenges and race against the clock! Will you master the portals powers and take up the challenge?
Why similar: Action 53.6%, Indie 42.3%, 2D Platformer 4.1%
- #11 Sharpshooter Plus
58% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: yyrGames
Windows
Put down those 40-hour narratives and walking simulators! Your coordination, reaction time, and other skills you developed playing fast-paced shooting games years ago are about to be tested! Sharpshooter Plus is here...can you keep up?
Why similar: Action 49.1%, Indie 38.3%, Fast-Paced 6.7%, Difficult 4.7%, 2D 1.2%
- #12 Mage Guard: The Last Grimoire
50% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Hashbang Games
Windows
Mage Guard is one of the world's first truly gesture based spell casting games for VR. Take on the role of a Guild Mage, tasked with guarding the Guild’s most powerful relic, "The Grimoire". Being the last of its kind, you will defend it against countless waves of enemies that are trying to obtain the precious relic.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #13 Waveform Wipeout
50% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Charcoal City GamesPub: Brinkbit, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Waveform Wipeout combines the fast paced action of pulling off a sick combo of tricks with the novelty of rhythm games. The levels are generated based on the song you pick, so the possibilities are endless.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #14 Shipbreakers
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Black Land Studio
Windows
Tear apart the seven seas in this fast paced arcade shooter and cover the abyss with the wrecks of your enemies. Hire vicious sea wolfs as your crew members and board other ships to unlock crazy weapons and become the fiercest pirate of this little planet.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #15 Ascend
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Newspaper Hats
Windows
Ascend is a first-person VR Arena Shooter where you rise to greatness in a crucible of visceral and kinetic combat. Rise above your enemies by engaging in intense aerial warfare and leverage the power of VR with our unique lean motion flight system.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #16 STARCATCHER
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: John PlewePub: Nevercenter
Windows · Mac
STARCATCHER is an experimental wave-based arcade game, currently in development. It's simple, unique, and intensely hard. Protect the heart!
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #17 Mischief On Main Street
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quantum Games
Windows
Lie and bluff your way to victory in this online multiplayer VR game inspired by the likes of Mafia and Trouble in Terrorist Town!
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #18 DECEIVER
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Helvetica Scenario
Windows · Mac · Linux
Launch your spider drone at walls, ceilings, and enemy heads in this indie multiplayer shooter where "move" and "attack" are synonymous.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #19 BEAT.R.
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ae.studio
Windows
3D blocks exploding everywhere while colors and sounds delight you in every way. This infinite runner is sure to grab your attention for at least 30 seconds.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #20 The Pit
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zero KnowledgePub: Zero Knwoledge
Windows
The Pit is a platform game with touches of action and puzzles, which will force you to understand and know how to use all the skills you have.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #21 Kyber Knights
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Portaalin Pojat Oy
Windows
A multiplayer VR game by an Arcade for Arcades. Kyber Knights is a fun and easy multiplayer game developed exclusively for VR Arcades. Simple controls and an easy to control Operator View make this fast paced shooter a great choice for Arcades. CURRENTLY ONLY IN LAN.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #22 leapoid
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Topher Anselmo
Windows
Leap, fall, and perish — over and over again. Only the most seasoned platforming veterans will overcome the trials that leapoid has to offer.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #23 Tech Clash
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Interstellar PunksPub: ESAT
Windows
In the far future huge companies compete for the control of the technological market, in this mayhem the CEOs of the biggest companies reunite and decide to fight it off in a tournament! Each company will provide a champion in what would be the fight of the century!
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #24 ARIS
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TBM StudiosPub: Lit Network
Windows
Strategically clear your way of enemies to gather points, salvage killed enemies for extra points, all while avoiding and engaging in combat with other different types of enemies. Added effects and game mechanics make for challenging gameplay in a fast paced environment.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #25 Ghostball
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Room of Snakes
Windows
You never know what skills can help you in your adventures. This time you should master your kicking talent! Kick the magic ball and clear the world from evil spirits.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #26 XENOCAVE
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BLUE LED
Windows
XENOCAVE is a retro-styled, scrolling platformer that elevates the genre with a unique fusion of ability and fine-tuned mechanics inspired by the classics. Specifically, imagine an amalgam of Mario's fluid controls, the double-jump and rapid-fire of Ghosts 'n Goblins, and the themes of Crystal Caves.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #27 BeeBeeQ
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Popup Asylum
Windows
BeeBeeQ is an asymmetric local multiplayer game where one VR player controls a Chef while up to four xbox controller players control Bees. Armed with a spatula and a fly swat the VR chef player has to try cook while the bees steal food, sting and generally harass him.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #28 Rubicon Approach
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Carbon Fiber Games
Windows
Rubicon Approach is a fast paced zero gravity shooter with a unique free movement system. Engage an enemy team in high speed, adrenaline fueled action across multiple maps.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #29 Saint George | The Tree Of Secrets
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Obscure Cloud
Windows
Embark on a new breed of medieval-fantasy arcade plaformer and explore extensive worlds packed with loots, creatures and humongous boss
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #30 Onslaught VR
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MindWalker Games
Windows
Jump into the fray with Onslaught VR! Armed with multiple gun types, devastating AOE attacks, and aerial capabilities, you'll face off against multiple enemies and powerful commanders. Good luck, soldier... you'll need it.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #31 GRAY GROFA
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TPM.CO SOFT WORKS
Windows
GRAY GROFA is an unparalleled side-scrolling shooter puzzle game developed for the 8-bit MSX computer. 2 years have been spent hand-tuning the game's visuals, movements and puzzles in a tireless pursuit for aesthetic perfection.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #32 Still Dark At Dawn
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Heavy Kick Games
Windows
Built from the ground up for VR, Still Dark At Dawn's highly immersive gameplay will test your grit and ability to trust all of your senses, in a hope survive The Dawn.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #33 Brutal MooD
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quad Damage Games
Windows
Brutal MooD™ — is a fast-paced top-down bloody shooter that features classic elements of games from nineties.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #34 Jolly Riot
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Victorian Clambake
Windows · Mac · Linux
A rip-roaring fighting game featuring a hardy crew of swashbucklers!
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #35 Rest in Jelly
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Miracles Games
Windows
Welcome to “Rest in Jelly”, a videogame that will test your platforming ability and precision in ways that will drive you crazy. Control Jack the Devil in his adventure to terminate the fearful jelly rebellion. All you will need is just a button… plus an almost non-human accuracy and nerves of steel.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #36 The Executioner: Prologue
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LS
Windows
The Executioner: Prologue is a hardcore two-dimensional action platformer. The game serves as an introductory part of an epic story which narrates about an executioner’s adventures in hell. After the sudden and mysterious death you find yourself in hell. Try to escape from the world of the dead back into the normal world.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #37 United Force of Osiris
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ragehog Studios
Windows
U.F.OThis is a space shooter.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #38 S#arp Shooter
50% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Complex Infinity
Windows
Guns fire and enemies attack based on music you choose from your library in S#arp Shooter - a VR game where you are dropped into an action movie scene and must stylishly shoot your way out!
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #39 Flem
63% matchVery Positive83% of 58 reviews2015
Dev: Henchman & Goon
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Try, die, cry, repeat. Flem is an old school hard-as-nails platformer about a sentient snot ball, with a nose-stalgia inducing soundtrack.
Why similar: Action 44.3%, Indie 34.1%, Platformer 7.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.5%, Difficult 5.8%
- #40 The United SPACE of America
50% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Fractured Earth
Windows
The United SPACE of America is a high action, arcade style, run-n-gun bullet hell, twin stick shooter that allows you to absorb enemy bullets with your Proton Sabre while you blast through countless enemies with your shoulder cannon. It takes a bit of hectic coordination. Can you master it?
Why similar: Action 50.3%, Indie 39.3%, Fast-Paced 6.9%, 2D Platformer 3.5%
- #41 Space Turret Gunner 宇宙大炮手
50% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: CatSaw
Windows
《SpaceTurretGuner》is a VR shooting game, as a gunner of the space battleship, players will experience many battles we carefully prepared for you。
Why similar: Action 56.9%, Indie 43.1%
- #42 Ice Demon
50% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: Bob HoodPub: Suits & Sandals
Windows
How long can you survive? In this arcade-style game, employ hand to hand combat and freeze your enemies to get as many kills as possible before you are defeated.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #43 The Square Game
52% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Aiden J Rodgers
Windows
The Square Game is an insanely hard 2D action platformer with 24 short action packed levels.
Why similar: Action 49.5%, Indie 38.7%, Difficult 6.4%, Platformer 3.9%, 2D 1.5%
- #44 Last Shark Standing
50% matchPositive96% of 47 reviews2019
Dev: Shark Fin Games
Windows
Last Shark Standing is a couch-play party game where you use your superior fishing skills to throw your friends out of the arena.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #45 Boogie Bot
50% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: From the end Games
Windows · Mac
Boogie Bot is a fast and challenging survival platformer about getting in the zone and finding your groove. Your battery is always draining. Stop thinking and let instinct take over. Only then can you safely evacuate the boogie bots before the No Good Music Haters blow planet Boogula-5 to bits.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #46 Ninja Scarf
50% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: 20 Credit Studios
Windows
It's okay to cry--as long as you save the day, right? Join Cry, a young ninja, as he overcomes his shy nature to stand against a powerful threat. Journey through each exciting area, master four unique weapons and, most importantly, make your dear father proud in this 2D action platformer!
Why similar: Action 51.9%, Indie 40.5%, 2D Platformer 5.7%, 2D 2%
- #47 Bomber Bother
50% matchVery Positive87% of 69 reviews2019
Dev: Dare Looks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fight back against thieving Greyman Grifterham and his horde of beavery bullies and experience the thrill (and frustration) of herding low-poly beavers into a bottomless pit, retro-style!
Why similar: Action 55.2%, Indie 44.8%
- #48 Bigwig Flint
51% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Kanselsprot Entertainment
Windows
Bigwig Flint is a challenging, thrilling, and hilarious top down shooter. A soulfully crafted game with emphasis on perfect classic retro gameplay. Waldemar, the circumcised square, must fight against Bigwig Flint and his many allies. At stake is not only the Universe, but also your sanity.
Why similar: Action 52.5%, Indie 40.9%, Fast-Paced 3.7%, Difficult 2.9%
- #49 Re Painter
50% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: こーひーあーる
Windows · Mac
“Re Painter” is a short, top-down action game where your drawings become your special attacks. Come up with your very own “Ultimate Move” to defeat your enemies.
Why similar: Action 56.9%, Indie 43.1%
- #50 Ducks in Space
50% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2019
Dev: Happy Cow Games LLC
Windows
Ducks in Space is a 2D platformer where you play as Captain Quackers, a duck attempting to thwart the plans of the most evil creatures in the universe: geese!
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #51 Oval
50% matchPositive90% of 40 reviews2019
Dev: Reactor HeartPub: Reactor Heart
Windows
Oval takes your skills to a whole new level with thrilling and competitive multiplayer battles. Break your speed limit and go faster than ever without motion-sickness thanks to Oval's unique technology. Create, share or play awesome community maps using the multiplayer level editor.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #52 hack.88
50% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2019
Dev: Whomp! Studio
Windows
Master the challenging controls to swing from node to node, uncovering hidden patterns and avoiding enemies in this game inspired by classic action puzzle games. Hack through the 88 terminals of Waylife Bank to uncover the secrets of their illegal practices.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #53 Asteroidiga
50% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2019
Dev: Levi Stoddard
Windows · Linux
A single mine detonation in this bullet hell game will send you flying around the screen. But never fear! Use your wits and your Teleportation module, fast Machine Gun, powerful Laser, Tracer Bullets, and the venerable shotgun.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #54 Fork Knights
50% matchPositive80% of 25 reviews2019
Dev: Screenshock Games
Windows
Fork Knights is a light-hearted fencing brawler featuring food fighters battling it out for BBQ domination. Fight with up to four players locally.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #55 Revenge on the Streets
50% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2019
Dev: Del_PlayerPub: DEL PLAYER
Windows
In the year 201X, a policeman was beaten by bandits and becomes unconscious, his fighter sister Karina Kickboxing decides to do justice with his own hands, and part in seeking of REVENGE IN THE STREETS
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #56 Cecconoid
50% matchMostly Positive79% of 28 reviews2019
Dev: Triple Eh? Ltd
Windows · Linux
Cecconoid is an 8-bit inspired, flick-screen, twin-stick-shooter, set in an alternate dimension where the pixels are still chunky, and the bad guys are black and white. Except for their red dangly bits...
Why similar: Action 55.4%, Indie 44.6%
- #57 Shield of Shalwend
50% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Enigma Games
Windows
Join Shalwend, Brightblayde, and Danjirus as they attempt to defend a castle in Elf territory for 25 days. This story of bravery, adventure, and humor is based on true events that culminated in Shalwend being proclaimed as a Wargod.
Why similar: Action 56.4%, Indie 43.6%
- #58 Rogue Singularity
50% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2019
Dev: Considerable Content
Windows · Mac · Linux
Rogue Singularity is a high-speed infinite obstacle course. Navigate the perils at the edge of a rogue singularity as it tears worlds apart. Customise your robot and face infinite challenges, fighting to survive. Traverse universes to discover what lies beyond the void.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #59 Wintercearig
50% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2019
Dev: SynAtria Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
A bullet hell runner game about trying to find happiness from your friends, family, and most importantly yourself.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%