- #1 Cosmic Leap
73% matchMixed68% of 146 reviews2016
Dev: Michael Hall
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Time your jumps from planet to planet, avoid the obstacles thrown in your path and blast off to safety with your rocketship!
Why similar: Action 53.5%, Indie 46.5%
- #2 Respawn Man
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 46 reviews2015
Dev: Evan (Solidplasma) PeiperlPub: Solidplasma Studios LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
What kills you makes you stronger! Use your extra lives to solve puzzles in this delightfully morbid puzzle platformer with a soundtrack by VVVVVV's composer, Souleye!
Why similar: Action 53.5%, Indie 46.5%
- #3 Abyss Cave
50% matchPositive83% of 36 reviews2024
Dev: Piao Jingfu
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
As a member of an elite squad, you are tasked with a mission to penetrate into the great abyss. You are to explore an unknown cave system and eliminate all threats that may arise, Good luck Soldier!
Why similar: Action 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #4 Tetrapulse
49% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews
Dev: The AmiablePub: Lunar Giant Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Coordinate, combine, and conquer in this high-action co-op game for two to four friends. Reclaim your planet from swarms of alien RoboBugs using the only weapon you have left, your own life-force. Grab a seat, find some friends, and give it your all in the ultimate cooperative experience.
Why similar: Action 51.2%, Indie 48.8%
- #5 Zombie Parking
64% matchMostly Positive71% of 115 reviews2016
Dev: XPAGAME
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Computer indie-game in the genre of third-person shooter and survival horror.
Why similar: Action 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #6 Cookie Clicker
50% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 88,978 reviews2021
Dev: OrteilPub: Playsaurus
Windows · Mac
Median: 89.4 hrsMean: 370.4 hrs≥1hr: 97%
An idle game about making cookies! Originally released in 2013 on the web, and actively developed since then. This is the official version for Steam.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #7 FIFA 22
50% matchVery Positive81% of 120,504 reviews2021
Dev: EA Canada & EA RomaniaPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 83.5 hrsMean: 193.9 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Powered by Football™, EA SPORTS™ FIFA 22 brings the game even closer to the real thing with fundamental gameplay advances and a new season of innovation across every mode.
- #8 Sea of Thieves: 2025 Edition
50% matchVery Positive89% of 367,114 reviews2020
Dev: Rare LtdPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 22.3 hrsMean: 84.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Sea of Thieves is a smash-hit pirate adventure game, offering the quintessential pirate experience of plundering lost treasures, intense battles, vanquishing sea monsters and more. Dive in with this revised edition of the game, which includes access to digital bonus media.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #9 MIR4
50% matchMixed65% of 14,797 reviews2021
Dev: Wemade NextPub: Wemade
Windows
Median: 11.6 hrsMean: 457.9 hrs≥1hr: 81%
MIR4 is a free-to-play open world K-fantasy MMORPG that can be cross-played on both PC and mobile devices. MIR4 is full of action and features numerous large scale clan PVP battles. Join now and become a legend.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #10 Need for Speed™ Heat
50% matchVery Positive84% of 145,835 reviews2020
Dev: Ghost GamesPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 32.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Hustle by day and risk it all at night in Need for Speed™ Heat Deluxe Edition, a white-knuckle street racer, where the lines of the law fade as the sun starts to set.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #11 Eximius: Seize the Frontline
50% matchMostly Positive74% of 736 reviews2021
Dev: Ammobox Studios
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 94%
EXIMIUS is a FPS/RTS hybrid that focuses on squad-based combat. The game features an intense 5v5 multiplayer experience with each team comprising of 4 Squad Officers and one Commander.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #12 HVRGUN
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #13 Mortal Kombat 11
50% matchVery Positive88% of 112,709 reviews2019
Dev: NetherRealm StudiosPub: Warner Bros. Games
Windows
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Mortal Kombat is back and better than ever in the next evolution of the iconic franchise.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #14 Lawless Lands
50% matchVery Positive88% of 114 reviews2020
Dev: Corrosive Studios LLC
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Lawless Lands is a dark medieval role-playing game featuring a grim setting and innovative mechanics that allow players to delve into a low-fantasy, apocalyptic world of epic proportions. Defy and destroy the darkness that has taken hold over these Lawless Lands.
- #15 Garrison: Archangel
50% matchVery Positive83% of 248 reviews2020
Dev: Indigo Entertainment
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Garrison: Archangel is a fast-paced, customizable, mecha fighting game designed for epic anime style one-on-one and multiplayer team battles. Design, build and pilot your Archangels today!
Why similar: Action 55.8%, Indie 44.2%
- #16 The Crown of Leaves
50% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,213 reviews2018
Dev: LingrimmPub: The Broken Horn
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Roui, a resilient city dandy, a half-educated jeweler and the author of scientific magic articles, was met with a colossal failure and must return to his homeland Latori.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #17 Super Ledgehop: Double Laser
50% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 801 reviews2018
Dev: LAME Dimension
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Cutie anime girl realizes her cool big bro is missing?? Cheese it up with Chizuru and SHOOT TO THE BEAT OF THE SONG in this top down bullet hell shooter! Absorb enemy bullets using your waveshines to utilize their bullets as your own! Show those cheeseheads that you're better!
Why similar: Action 53.6%, Indie 46.4%
- #18 Marble Skies
50% matchVery Positive83% of 324 reviews2019
Dev: [untitledDev]
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Marble Skies is a fast paced 3D-platformer where you control your marble through various levels and try to get the best time for each one. Complete all the levels in your own time, or challenge your friends to get on top of the leaderboards!
Why similar: Action 53.8%, Indie 46.2%
- #19 BEAT.R.
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #20 Still Dark At Dawn
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #21 GRAY GROFA
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #22 The Pit
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #23 Jolly Riot
42% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Victorian Clambake
Windows · Mac · Linux
A rip-roaring fighting game featuring a hardy crew of swashbucklers!
Why similar: Action 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #24 S#arp Shooter
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #25 Kyber Knights
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #26 Mischief On Main Street
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #27 leapoid
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #28 Tech Clash
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #29 Saint George | The Tree Of Secrets
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #30 ARIS
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #31 STARCATCHER
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #32 XENOCAVE
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #33 The Executioner: Prologue
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #34 United Force of Osiris
42% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ragehog Studios
Windows
U.F.OThis is a space shooter.
Why similar: Action 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #35 Ghostball
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #36 Ascend
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #37 Rubicon Approach
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #38 Rest in Jelly
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #39 Shipbreakers
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #40 DECEIVER
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #41 BeeBeeQ
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #42 Brutal MooD
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #43 Onslaught VR
42% 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 54.3%, Indie 45.7%
- #44 Ding Dong XL
50% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 873 reviews2018
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
A fast-paced, neon-infused arcade game with simple one-button controls! Addictive, easy to learn, and perfect for quick sessions. Challenge yourself to beat your high score while waiting in queue for another game!
Why similar: Action 100%
- #45 Pulstario
49% matchPositive97% of 36 reviews2019
Dev: Fred Wood
Windows · Linux
A small, challenging space game about collecting missing souls in the void.
Why similar: Action 52.7%, Indie 47.3%
- #46 Music Racer
50% matchVery Positive88% of 3,638 reviews2018
Dev: AbstractArt
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Music Racer is a musical arcade game, where you get to race at full speed while dodging obstacles to the rhythm of the music.
Why similar: Action 53.9%, Indie 46.1%
- #47 Armed to the Gears
50% matchMixed63% of 211 reviews2020
Dev: Deonn Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Control a fully armed Mech and fight through cyberpunk cities, military bases and industrial ruins. Capture and defend territories, build turrets and structures, and wage war against powerful enemies!
Why similar: Action 64%, Indie 36%
- #48 Degrees of Separation
50% matchVery Positive81% of 1,271 reviews2019
Dev: MoondropPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Degrees of Separation is a puzzle platformer where cooperation is built into every move. Two contrasting souls, Ember and Rime, fall in love, but are separated by an enigmatic force, and must use their powers to progress through a spectacular world of fantasy and adventure.
- #49 Hypnocult
49% matchPositive96% of 47 reviews2019
Dev: increpare games
Windows · Mac
Fast action game - twist and weave your way through tunnels, collecting lines.
Why similar: Action 52.7%, Indie 47.3%
- #50 Press X to Not Die
50% matchVery Positive90% of 4,021 reviews2017
Dev: All Seeing Eye Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
A ridiculous live-action B-movie adventure you will never forget! You wake up to find your town in chaos. Everyone has gone crazy and is just attacking each other! A cryptic message is the secret to survival-- Press X to not die!
Why similar: Action 56%, Indie 44%
- #51 Zombie Cubes
50% matchVery Positive93% of 80 reviews2018
Dev: MayoNinja Games
Windows
A twinstick shooter game where you fight against waves after waves of Zombie Cubes!
Why similar: Action 52.3%, Indie 47.7%
- #52 Orbt XL
50% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,395 reviews2017
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Defy gravity in Orbt XL! A fast-paced, addictive, 'just-one-more-round' arcade score chaser. Stay in orbit, dodge obstacles, and rack up points, the closer you are to the black hole, the higher your score! Easy to learn, tough to master, and perfect for quick play sessions while waiting in queue.
Why similar: Action 67.1%, Indie 32.9%
- #53 Cheap Golf
50% matchVery Positive85% of 205 reviews2018
Dev: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A retromodern and surreal minigolf comedy hosted by the infamous AI bot SUSAN. ...//-- Fling up and go FULL BOOP --\\...
Why similar: Action 52.7%, Indie 47.3%
- #54 Treadnauts
50% matchVery Positive87% of 187 reviews2018
Dev: Topstitch Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Treadnauts launches 4-player tank brawls into the sky. Drive up all the walls! Rocket jump onto the roof! Shoot bullets out of the air! Move with style!!
Why similar: Action 52.1%, Indie 47.9%
- #55 YumeCore
50% matchVery Positive95% of 229 reviews2018
Dev: takayakata
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
"YumeCore" is a new type of game combining side-scrolling beat-’em-up action with adventure-style investigation that puts the “aii” in “kawaii.” Fight your way through the waking dreams of the sickly girl Soboko to escape the hospital.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #56 RiME
50% matchVery Positive90% of 5,159 reviews2017
Dev: Tequila WorksPub: Grey Box
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A land of discovery stretches out before you. Explore the beautiful, rugged world of RiME. Armed with your wits and a will to overcome—and the guidance of a helpful fox—you must explore the enigmatic island, reach the tower's peak, and unlock its closely guarded secrets.
Why similar: Indie 66.2%, Action 33.8%
- #57 Diamo XL
50% matchVery Positive93% of 547 reviews2017
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 34.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Diamo XL is a fast-paced, addictive, and challenging arcade score chaser. Dodge obstacles, rack up high scores, and master precise movement. Easy to learn but tough to master, it's perfect for quick sessions or leaderboard dominance. Play while waiting in queue or push for endless high-score glory!
Why similar: Action 70%, Indie 30%
- #58 The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth
50% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 385,622 reviews2014
Dev: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 43.4 hrsMean: 182.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth is a randomly generated action RPG shooter with heavy Rogue-like elements. Following Isaac on his journey players will find bizarre treasures that change Isaac’s form giving him super human abilities and enabling him to fight off droves of mysterious creatures, discover secrets and fight his way to safety.
Why similar: Indie 74.2%, Action 25.8%