- #1 Top Gnome
78% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Onyx Prism
Windows
A top down shooter where the only way to move and fight is with the recoil of your blunderbuss. Whirl through waves of garden-destroying pests to defend Bert's garden, strive to reach higher and higher scores and become the Top Gnome!
Why similar: Difficult 20%, Arena Shooter 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 8.1%
- #2 Destruction
82% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: raccoon
Windows
Destruction is a game that destroys enemies up to 25 stages. A variety of powerful enemies will attack you. Don't let your guard down and use three modes and a variety of skills to destroy your enemies.
Why similar: Difficult 24.2%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Action 13.7%, Shooter 13.2%, Indie 12.7%
- #3 ArenaMania
75% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Sándor VágásiPub: Norbiúr
Windows
Can you survive the challenges of the Arena? The progressively difficult levels and their hundreds of enemies are just looking for a way to hunt you down. Your only help is your experience and your spells leveling up after each level. If you can pick them up…
Why similar: Arena Shooter 24.7%, Difficult 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Action 7.8%, Indie 7.5%
- #4 D.H.M.
78% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Guillaume OpoixPub: Outcorp
Windows
D.H.M. is a nervous and bloody action game. Take advantage of a varied arsenal of weapons and firearms to annihilate the Syndicate. Observe, plan and anticipate in this violent and bloody top down shooter.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Arcade 16.9%, Difficult 15.4%, Shooter 15.1%, Action 14.9%
- #5 Cube Shooter
74% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Youngnelson
Windows · Linux
Cube Shooter is a top down arena shooter where players need to dodge and shoot back to pass each level. Shoot your way through levels of 'cube' like enemies who have their own unique abilities to stop you passing each level.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 23.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Difficult 19.1%, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 8.3%
- #6 Pointblank
74% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Ibrahim HishamPub: Minidevs
Windows
Enter a fast-paced arcade shooter with only a single bullet. Obliterate waves of enemies, unlock powerful augments, and make every shot count.
Why similar: Difficult 38.9%, Arcade 20.9%, Shooter 20.7%, Action 10.2%, 2D 4%
- #7 CRAZY MAZE
73% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2018
Dev: Łukasz TabaczkiewiczPub: Adrian Waltrowski
Windows
CRAZY MAZE is an arcade game that is all about getting out of the maze filled with many traps that continuously disturb your gameplay.
Why similar: Difficult 43.6%, Action 19.7%, Arcade 14%, Indie 13.1%, Casual 9.5%
- #8 Data Man
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Darkbits
Windows · Mac
Data Man is a new game for the original 8-bit NES console that brings arcade action to a home console.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Arcade 16.3%, Shooter 14.7%, Action 13.7%
- #9 Mircron Wars XR
72% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2017
Dev: Hallid GamesPub: Jason Halliday
Windows
Is an easy to play arcade space shooter, with an endless area to play in and countless Enemies to destroy. There are 18 ships to unlock and play as. Many different enemies to blast away at. Boss ships. HD graphics. Awesome Music. Lots of Weapons to blast away at the enemy ships with.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Action 18.9%, Indie 17.6%, Arcade 12.8%, Shooter 12.4%
- #10 Over My Dead Pixel
71% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2019
Dev: Minosh Digital
Windows
Over My Dead Pixel is a top down shooter where you command antivirus software to defend your computer from malware. Beware, firing your weapons will shrink your playspace. Maneuver deftly to avoid the enemies and the walls, as one single hit means restarting.
Why similar: Difficult 32.6%, Top-Down Shooter 31%, Action 19.3%, Indie 17.1%
- #11 Unknown Scrolls
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Games GamesPub: Games games
Windows
Become the Mighty Mage. Head out on an epic quest to purge hellish creatures from the Land of Elements. Discover ancient Unknown Scrolls and combine them for better attacks and protection from your enemies.
Why similar: Difficult 20.4%, Action 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Indie 17.4%, Shooter 11.1%
- #12 CrownFall
71% matchMixed60% of 30 reviews2017
Dev: EnchantedLands
Windows
CrownFall is an action game that will give you a thrilling battle experience. Overcome overwhelming bosses one after another; but it will never be easy.
Why similar: Difficult 25.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Action 16.1%, Indie 14.9%, Shooter 13.1%
- #13 Mini-Dead
66% matchVery Positive94% of 910 reviews2018
Dev: Alec SmithPub: Milo Games
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
144 FPS boss battle action with a devilishly creative game mechanic.
Why similar: Difficult 39.7%, Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Indie 19.1%, Action 18.1%
- #14 Zombie Maze
68% match5 user reviews20% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Quarlellle
Windows
If you love top-down shooters and mazes of which it is incredibly difficult to find a way out, then Zombie Maze will be a real godsend for you! Go through the most difficult maze from start to finish, along the way, shooting back from the bloodthirsty hordes of zombies! Don't let them get in the way
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.6%, Difficult 24.8%, Indie 19.8%, Casual 15%, Shooter 13.5%
- #15 Cell Wars
66% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Krispy Animation
Windows
Cell Wars is a classic arcade shooter where your goal is to consume all enemy cells by shooting and eating them. Inspired by NES graphics, gameplay from arcade 80s cabinets, and early 2000s skill tree systems. Unlock abilities and skills to survive waves of regular, elite and boss cells.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Arcade 16.3%, Shooter 14.7%, Action 14.5%
- #16 SoTo
68% matchMixed58% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Onuralp Kanatsz
Windows
SoTo is a challenging game which you need a good plan to pass safely through the path of enemies. In order to collect the keys and unlock the locks, you need to adjust your timing well.
Why similar: Difficult 36.2%, Action 15.8%, Arcade 15.8%, Indie 15.4%, Casual 12.8%
- #17 Elude
68% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: Rock Interactive
Windows · Mac
Elude is a simple, yet challenging endless survival/arcade game. It will test all of your abilities to escape from the enemies or lead them intro traps.
Why similar: Difficult 25.9%, Action 22.4%, Indie 20.1%, Casual 15.7%, Arcade 14.6%
- #18 Sefir: Mafia Story
66% matchMostly Positive73% of 75 reviews2021
Dev: Septime Studios
Windows
Sefir: Mafia Story is a reflex and fast thinking based 2D top down shooter game.
Why similar: Difficult 23.8%, Top-Down Shooter 23.5%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 11.5%, Top-Down 10.8%
- #19 Steel Storm: Burning Retribution
68% matchMixed60% of 369 reviews2011
Dev: Kot in Action Creative Artel
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Control an advanced hovertank, packed with the most advanced and sophisticated weapons as you fight against extraterrestrial invaders.
Why similar: Shooter 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Arcade 20.1%, Indie 18.5%, Action 17.1%
- #20 Beekyr
67% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2019
Dev: KaleidoGames
Windows
Beekyr is a shooter game where you will lead a bee-fighter through 23 amazing levels in fields, dark forests, rivers and dangerous caves to avenge his queen and hive from the evil wasp queens and their soldiers… The vengeance will be served! Beekyr (Vanilla Edition)
Why similar: Difficult 22.5%, Action 21.3%, Indie 19.2%, Shooter 14.7%, Arcade 13.9%
- #21 Techno Tower Defense
66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Method 9 Software
Windows
A wave-based action game, where you fight to survive for as long as you can.
Why similar: Difficult 26.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Top-Down 12.7%, Arcade 10.2%, Indie 7.1%
- #22 Tartaron
66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: TartaronDev
Windows · Mac · Linux
Tartaron is top-down shooter with an old-school art style and a variety of levels to beat. Engage in close-range combat, or snipe your enemies from afar, it's up to you.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.3%, Arena Shooter 23.7%, Arcade 12.4%, Action 10.5%, Shooter 8.2%
- #23 True Galactic Mission
64% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Davila Games
Windows
There are 5 pilots in training, each with unique characteristics. It is the day of the final level and everyone wil l face a test to see who will be able to accept the next challenge, a true galactic mission. Be you one of the selecteds!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.4%, Arcade 23.5%, Action 21.6%, Shooter 20.8%, 2D 3.7%
- #24 Overrun
66% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Total Involve
Windows
Fight through immense waves of enemies and test yourself in this difficult, top-down shooter. Swap between short and long-range weapons to tackle any situation. Unlock and upgrade dozens of weapon combinations to customize your loadout. How long can you survive before you get OVERRUN!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Arena Shooter 15.8%, Difficult 15.4%, Action 13.3%, Indie 11.9%
- #25 Survivor
63% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Veilbreaker Entertainment
Windows
A retro 80's arcade-style top-down zombie shooter where you upgrade weapons, collect loot, and battle through increasing waves of undead and challenging bosses.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19%, Difficult 18.6%, Arcade 9.9%, Shooter 9.9%
- #26 Ded Inside
64% matchPositive88% of 48 reviews2019
Dev: Oblom studioPub: BekkerDev Studio
Windows
Ded Inside is a topdown shooter in a large open location, where you destroy the demons who invaded our world.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.2%, Action 15.3%, Indie 14.9%, Shooter 14.8%, Top-Down 13%
- #27 NewMe NuMe LuMe: Alien Wars
63% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Ho RaBii
Windows
Summoned into the otherworldly realm of 'NewMe NuMe LuMe', the protagonist Kim Ttolttol must aid the gods who summoned her to defeat enemies and return home in this 2D top-down action game. Utilize a variety of weapons to vanquish diverse foes!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Shooter 17.2%, Arcade 16.4%, Action 15.8%, Casual 10%
- #28 30-50 Feral Hogs
64% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Lathebreaker Studio, LLC
Windows
Legit question for rural Americans - How do I kill the 30-50 feral hogs that run into my yard within 3-5 mins while my small kids play?
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Arcade 16.6%, Action 15.1%, Shooter 14.9%
- #29 Gunning for Jean: The Final Update
62% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Aiden Blishen Cuneo
Windows
A difficult top-down shooter with 4 bosses (featuring Big Jean). Each boss will try to stop you with their unique abilities. Despite this, you are still gunning for Jean.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.5%, Arena Shooter 23.5%, Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 13.6%, Top-Down 9.4%
- #30 Egg Over It: Fall Flat From the Top
64% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Pigeon-GPub: Polo de Contenidos Digitales
Windows
Take on a real tactical jumping adventure with Egg Over It!!! A challenge where you'll have to lift the egg to the top in search of its source, but explore carefully; a single failed jump could lead to a long fall.
Why similar: Difficult 46.1%, Action 22.9%, Indie 16.1%, Casual 13%, Singleplayer 2%
- #31 ReCoil
62% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Sisyphean Games
Windows
ReCoil is a 2D Top-Down Shooter with a unique twist to it's genre. The recoil of your weapons launches you back.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.8%, Top-Down 13.3%, Arcade 12.1%, Action 11.6%, Shooter 10.8%
- #32 Trigger Time
64% matchPositive80% of 41 reviews2017
Dev: Shephf GamesPub: Creative Mobile
Windows · Linux
Trigger Time is a story-driven, top-down Shoot 'em up with a fun gravity gun and physics puzzles to solve. Blast your way through 9 levels filled with enemies, hazards and bizarre bosses. Along the way you'll take control of vehicles, pick up weapons, items and boosters.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.3%, Action 21.2%, Indie 19.7%, Arcade 13.8%, Shooter 13.4%
- #33 Infected Town
64% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITE BRIDGE
Windows
You are a special purpose soldier and your goal is to destroy some settlement, which is inhabited by a bunch of sorcerers.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 23.8%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Arcade 17.3%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 14.4%
- #34 Massive Effect
64% matchMixed67% of 18 reviews2019
Dev: NORSKA
Windows
Space shooter with multiple game modes. Destroy enemies, get experience and increase your level.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Shooter 15.6%, Arcade 13.3%, Action 11.9%, Indie 9.7%
- #35 AGENCY
65% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Checkpoint Earth
Windows
AGENCY is a game of abstract challenges. You play as π (Pi) in a top-down perspective and you have to figure out the rules of very distinct levels to succeed. When you think you know what the game means, email me and we'll chat more.
Why similar: Difficult 40.4%, Action 17.6%, Arcade 17%, Indie 15.4%, Casual 9.6%
- #36 Chromarena
63% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Kingsnake Games
Windows · Linux
Chromarena is a 2D top-down twin-stick arena shooter. Combine offense and defense to tear through hordes of color-coded enemies to unlock new guns and set high scores. Form short and medium-term plans, dodge attacks with fully responsive controls, and get into a flow state.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 30.3%, Top-Down Shooter 27.9%, Difficult 15.5%, Arcade 10.3%, Action 8.9%
- #37 I Can See the Future
63% matchVery Positive81% of 72 reviews2017
Dev: Sergey LirPub: Bitlock Studio
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 29%
This is my job. Dying again and again. But I'm used to it. That's how I can see the future. What's waiting for me? Good question.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Difficult 21.3%, Action 16.5%, Arcade 13.8%, Top-Down 13%
- #38 Stranded Alone
64% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: Tanny Tran
Windows · Mac · Linux
Survive.
Why similar: Difficult 30.5%, Arcade 17.2%, Action 15.8%, Indie 14.7%, Casual 11.1%
- #39 New Tanks
61% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2022
Dev: PS Games
Windows · Mac
A new dizzying game about tanks. Dynamic battles that will not let you relax and get bored.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Arcade 16.6%, Shooter 15%, Action 13.7%
- #40 Neon: Eternal
62% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: WaffleHouseStudios
Windows
Neon: Eternal is a 2D Retro-styled Arena shooter. Blast your way through seamlessly never-ending action-packed levels of radiating colors while eliminating over 50 unique enemies!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 27.1%, Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 10.2%, Action 7.8%
- #41 A way up!
63% matchMixed56% of 18 reviews2019
Dev: BlueTreeGames
Windows
A way up! is a simple platformer about throwing a rock. WARNING - you may find it really hard.
Why similar: Difficult 29.3%, Action 22.4%, Indie 20.8%, Casual 16.3%, Physics 11.2%
- #42 Sorcerer's Fortitude
59% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Esemte Games
Windows
Sorcerer's Fortitude is a dynamic 3D TPS game where you take on the role of a powerful wizard defending your fortress from relentless waves of enemies. Explore a magical world, learn new spells, and gather resources to unlock unique characters and enhance your abilities.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 32.1%, Top-Down Shooter 28%, Arcade 15.4%, Top-Down 8.9%, Indie 8%
- #43 Solar Serpent Squadron
60% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Reima Project
Windows
Solar Serpent Squadron is a survivor bullet heaven game with snake-like movement. You will build your snake "body" as weapons, and destroy hundreds of enemies swarm coming right at you!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 32.7%, Top-Down Shooter 28.4%, Arcade 16.9%, Action 9.9%, Top-Down 8.8%
- #44 I Park on Earth
59% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: NewAtlantisGameStudio
Windows
Choose a suitable vehicle, use the four directional keys, and drive it into the designated parking area. That's it.
Why similar: Difficult 26.6%, Action 22.2%, Indie 20.6%, Casual 15.6%, Arcade 15%
- #45 Drift 4000
62% matchMostly Positive71% of 31 reviews2018
Dev: Tim Cornish
Windows
Drift 4000 is a new take on the old asteroids-style space shooter. You will find yourself in an increasingly difficult fight for survival against waves of enemy fighters, with periodic breaks to refit your custom ship with weapons, ammunition and unique abilities.
Why similar: Difficult 39.9%, Action 22.6%, Indie 20.9%, Casual 16.6%
- #46 Infinite Cube Defense
62% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Abyss Rift
Windows
If you want to spend a little time playing games and keep moving and catching monsters, start right now.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.4%, Arcade 20.1%, Shooter 12%, Action 11.5%, Physics 10%
- #47 Void Blitzing
61% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Felix Pretorg
Windows
Get ready for the ultimate space challenge! In this top-down action roguelite you’ll pilot your ship through a low-gravity environment, dodging obstacles and fighting enemies along the way. But be careful, one wrong move could mean the end of your journey. Are you ready to take on the challenge?
Why similar: Difficult 25%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 10.2%, Top-Down 9.2%
- #48 NEON SPACE WAR
62% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: OOpopgames
Windows
In NEON SPACE WAR you take control of a ship and defend yourself more and more enemies. Survive as long as you can. Collect points and unlock new upgrades. Control via mouse and keyboard.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Arcade 17%, Shooter 15.6%, Action 13.3%, Arena Shooter 12.7%
- #49 Princess Khalifa: Legacy of Wrath
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cag
Windows
Princess Khalifa: Legacy of Wrath is a fast-paced top-down action game focused on precision movement, dashing, and controlling enemy swarms in a surreal sci-fi world.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Arena Shooter 18.2%, Difficult 17.9%, Arcade 12.6%, Shooter 10.7%
- #50 Dude Fighter
60% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: DeepRootsDevelop
Windows
"Dude Fighter" is an exciting side-scrolling 2D arcade game where you play as a boy who finds himself in a world populated by terrifying flying monsters. Your task is to survive and emerge victorious!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 37.4%, Shooter 20.2%, Arcade 19.2%, Indie 10.4%, Action 8.4%
- #51 Impossible Road 2
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wonderful Lasers Inc.
Windows
A pure, minimal arcade game about risk, reward, and rollercoasters. Hurtle down the track at breakneck speeds in search of the perfect line. Earn mutations to change the game in surprising ways, and mix and match them to create your own unique challenges. Sequel to the award-winning classic.
Why similar: Difficult 43.4%, Arcade 20.7%, Action 15.9%, Indie 13.8%, Casual 4.7%
- #52 Zomb Bomb
60% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: 5th Wheel Games
Windows
A fast pace retro arcade shooter. Fight waves of zombies and dragons with a great gun collection. Battle five wild bosses all while trying to keep the high score.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Arcade 18.6%, Action 16.9%, Shooter 16.7%, Casual 10.9%
- #53 Abscond
62% matchMixed62% of 55 reviews2017
Dev: XiNFiNiTY Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Avoiding all obstacles and collect points before they are destroyed. Watch out for projectiles and enemies stalking you! Will you the #1 highscore on leaderboard against your friends?
Why similar: Difficult 28.6%, Action 18.6%, Arcade 17.7%, Indie 17.3%, Casual 13.1%
- #54 TERROR SQUID
60% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2020
Dev: Rubarb
Windows · Mac
Create your own bullet hell in this escalating symphony of destruction. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Difficult 29.3%, Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Arcade 17.2%, Action 14.8%, Indie 14.1%
- #55 Just a job
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pascal Kaczynski
Windows
Retro strategic top-down shooter where you combine arcade firepower and risk-taking to upgrade your weapons and survive in challenging arenas.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 27%, Arcade 20.6%, Shooter 18.4%, Action 18.1%, Top-Down 9.9%
- #56 RGB RUN
61% matchMixed67% of 33 reviews2018
Dev: Pickle Drugs
Windows
RGB RUN is a fast and hardcore runner, the fractal labyrinths of which will try to piss you off. The first thing that is required from you is a fast reaction and a good memory.
Why similar: Difficult 34.7%, Action 27.4%, Indie 24.6%, Casual 13.2%
- #57 Agent Forest
63% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: LocalJamStudio
Windows
Agent Forest is a TDS shooter with a top view, you have to shoot back from many enemies and complete the task! Destroy competitors, find credits and most importantly you need to stay safe. Also, in addition to people, there are infected insects that are also hunting you!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 30.2%, Top-Down Shooter 26.5%, Shooter 15.4%, Action 12%, Casual 8%
- #58 Dan's Odyssey
60% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: Dan J Haynes
Windows
An arcade arena top down shooter. fast paced action with a great sound-track. shoot your way through the approaching enemy shapes, upgrade your character and beat the high score.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 14.6%, Top-Down 12.7%
- #59 FLOSS
56% matchVery Positive94% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: GameInCubes
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast-paced top-down shooter without any excess. Built on aggressive movement, precise controls, and real challenge. Designed for players who love to learn, adapt, and master mechanics.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 27.1%, Top-Down Shooter 25.1%, Shooter 18.2%, Action 15.9%, Top-Down 5.4%