- #1 Cranky Chibi Cthulhu
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Tlaloc Interactive LLC
Windows
An 8-bit style vertical SHMUP (very loosely) based on the writings of H.P. Lovecraft.
Why similar: Arcade 34%, Old School 16.9%, Action 14.8%, Retro 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #2 Wizorb
96% matchMostly Positive70% of 996 reviews2012
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%
The once peaceful Kingdom of Gorudo is threatened by an evil presence. The only hope for salvation is Cyrus!
Why similar: Arcade 36.2%, Retro 21.9%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Old School 10.1%, Action 9.6%
- #3 NAMCO MUSEUM ARCHIVES Vol 2
96% matchVery Positive85% of 137 reviews2020
Dev: M2 Co.,LTDPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Take a trip down memory lane and relive the magical times of the 8-Bit era with a collection of Namco’s hits and long-lost treasures in Namco Museum Archives Volume 2.
Why similar: Arcade 38.3%, Retro 25.2%, Action 19.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.1%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #4 CyberBrick
95% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
CyberBrick presents classic brick breaker arcade action in a new re-imagined unique game where the better you are at staying cool and composed, the more points you will likely score. Offers 100% Mouse controller gameplay!
Why similar: Arcade 31.6%, Action 19.5%, Retro 14.6%, Old School 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%
- #5 Arcadium
94% matchPositive83% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: Gedor Games
Windows
Arcadium is an action packed brickbreaker game where you destroy bricks, enemies and bosses using your ball and powerups. Fast reflexes, aiming and avoiding simple misstakes is required for beating this game, choose between three difficulty settings to adjust the challenge.
Why similar: Arcade 34.1%, Action 18.5%, Retro 14.5%, Old School 13%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%
- #6 NAMCO MUSEUM ARCHIVES Vol 1
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 182 reviews2020
Dev: M2 Co.,LTDPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 62%
Take a trip down memory lane and relive the magical times of the Nintendo Entertainment System with a collection of Namco’s hits and long-lost treasures in Namco Museum Archives Volume 1.
Why similar: Arcade 37.8%, Retro 26.1%, Action 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Singleplayer 2%
- #7 B..:EvaSive
93% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
Welcome to a world of dangerous rectangles where quick reflexes and maneuvering will help you keep breathing... Well, for at least a few more seconds! Two buttons. Life or death. How long can you survive? Okay, so you died. Try Again. Die. One more time. Die. Just one more. Die. One more!
Why similar: Arcade 32.9%, Action 18.9%, Retro 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Old School 13%
- #8 Bloom Paradise
92% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: H.T.Project GamesPub: Waku Waku Games
Windows
A fixed-screen action game that allows you to play with up to two players using flower fairies Tamabo and Hanabo. Your goal: to fill the entire stage with blooming flowers.
Why similar: Arcade 32%, Retro 13.7%, Cute 12.4%, Old School 12.1%, Action 11.8%
- #9 Road Frog
91% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for home microcomputers by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, guide a small frog across a busy road, then across logs floating in a river, to reach safety on the other side.
Why similar: Arcade 32%, Retro 27.1%, Action 13.8%, Old School 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%
- #10 SnOut 2
90% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2022
Dev: Aarjvark
Windows
Compete for the top scores in this combination of two classic arcade games, or fight your friends to prove who has the longest SnOut!
Why similar: Arcade 39.8%, Action 16.5%, Retro 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Colorful 8.7%
- #11 Snake Deluxe
89% matchPositive89% of 28 reviews2021
Dev: RetroBug
Windows
Nine different game modes, achievements, leaderboards and a quirky soundtrack. It's Snake Deluxe.
Why similar: Arcade 44.3%, Action 18.2%, Old School 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 14%, 2D 6.9%
- #12 Bear Bovver
91% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Artic ComputingPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic arcade-style platformer from 1983, take on the role of Ted the Bear, proud owner of a shiny new Sinclair electric truck - looking to find some batteries to power it. Also contains 'Baby Bear' mode, which allows you to play without enemies.
Why similar: Arcade 30.4%, Retro 26.3%, Action 11.1%, Old School 9%, Cute 8.8%
- #13 Musical Meteors
88% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Hurley Piano
Windows
Blast meteors in this retro-style arcade game with a musical twist! Use your keyboard or plug in a MIDI piano to methodically (and melodically) destroy the oncoming meteors. Shoot for high scores, rack up massive combos, and develop your piano dexterity along the way!
Why similar: Arcade 35.5%, Retro 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Action 13.9%, Old School 9.9%
- #14 Getaway Grand Prix
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sky Pirate Studios
Windows
Swipe gems and escape the law as a Getaway driver in a thrill ride of HIGH-SPEED MOTOR HEIST MADNESS!
Why similar: Arcade 29.5%, Retro 19%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Old School 12.6%, Cute 8.2%
- #15 Balls Mania!
87% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
"Balls Mania!" is a truly unique game where the object is to get as many "blue balls" as you can without getting your own balls smashed! In "Balls Mania!" the more blue balls you have and the more "ball goop" you spill, the higher your score is likely to be!
Why similar: Arcade 32.5%, Retro 17.2%, Old School 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Action 11.9%
- #16 Schizoids
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic top-down space game from 1983, you can take on one of the most dangerous jobs in the galaxy: garbage disposal. Try to survive for as long as possible, while knocking the giant garbage pods into a black hole with your Space-Dozer.
Why similar: Arcade 32.9%, Retro 23.5%, Action 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Old School 10.5%
- #17 Scoop Kick!
85% matchPositive98% of 48 reviews2022
Dev: Ryemanni
Windows
Help Ms. Cream and her friends on their quest to retrieve all the stolen ice cream from the evil Juice Bunch! Venture through more than 5 different worlds in this arcade inspired game where your goal is to kick scoops and assemble ice cream cones. Aim for the high score or try to get the best time!
Why similar: Arcade 40.6%, Retro 26%, Action 16%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #18 Poggers 2 - A-Maze-Thing
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
Bun-Bun Poggers is back and this time must face the dangers of hungry wolves without the luxury of open fields to move & dodge freely! In Poggers 2: A-Maze-Thing, you must help the absolutely adorable Bun-Bun navigate many different hedge mazes where death could be around every corner!
Why similar: Arcade 31.7%, Action 17.7%, Retro 11.7%, Cute 11.2%, Old School 11.1%
- #19 Krakout (C64/CPC/Spectrum)
84% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: Gremlin GraphicsPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this simple twist on classic arcade block-breakers, originally released in 1987, take on the challenge of 100 fiendish levels. Contains the Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.
Why similar: Arcade 29.9%, Retro 26.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Action 10.9%, Old School 8.5%
- #20 Bloxtacle Course
84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Prickleberry Games LLC
Windows
Bloxtacle Course is a block breaker game where you are given nearly full control over the ball itself.
Why similar: Arcade 33%, Action 17.6%, Retro 16.8%, Old School 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #21 Spark Mk1
82% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Zylos Games LLC
Windows
Spark MK1 is a fast paced non-stop action game that will challenge your reflexes.
Why similar: Arcade 38.4%, Action 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Retro 12.7%, Old School 12%
- #22 Bomber Royale
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: R.H. Industries
Windows
A retro arcade experience.
Why similar: Arcade 36.9%, Action 22.1%, Retro 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, 2D 6.9%
- #23 Brick Breaker Heart Collector
83% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Jesus Hinojosa Gracia
Windows
If you like Breakout / Arkanoid style games, this game is for you.
Why similar: Arcade 36.1%, Retro 25.4%, Old School 20.8%, Action 10.2%, 2D 4.9%
- #24 Apple Rabble Dazzle
81% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2025
Dev: BolHut
Windows
Harvest apples all year round!
Why similar: Arcade 34.4%, Action 20.3%, Retro 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Colorful 9.6%
- #25 Garbageman
81% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: LGV
Windows
In this retro-style arcade game, help Frank to keep the columns of the Clock Building free of trash to prevent its imminent collapse.
Why similar: Arcade 29.6%, Action 17.3%, Retro 11.5%, Old School 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #26 SnOut
79% matchVery Positive91% of 209 reviews2021
Dev: Aarjvark
Windows
Compete for the top score in this combination of two classic arcade games!
Why similar: Arcade 52.7%, Action 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, 2D 9.2%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #27 SHOCK TROOPERS
79% matchVery Positive84% of 265 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 41%
“SHOCK TROOPERS ”, the fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game released exclusively on NEOGEO MVS in 1997, returns to the battlefield on Steam!Progress through the battlefield, choosing the best routes and strategy!
Why similar: Arcade 43.2%, Retro 25.6%, Action 23.7%, 2D 7.5%
- #28 Curry Princess GOLD
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Birdkin Studio
Windows
A casual kawaii action game where you collect falling spices, earn gold, and cook delicious curry.Including Classic mode, Story mode, and 2P mode offers both competitive and cooperative play. There is also a curry catalog and leaderboards.
Why similar: Arcade 27.2%, Old School 13%, Retro 12.5%, Cute 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%
- #29 PAC-MAN 256
77% matchVery Positive92% of 2,221 reviews2016
Dev: BANDAI NAMCO Studios VancouverPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
PAC-MAN 256 is the maze that never ends. But the Glitch is coming for you…
Why similar: Arcade 47.1%, Retro 25.5%, Action 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #30 Jardinains!
78% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: Magic Chopstick Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The world's favorite brick-breaking, 'nain-bouncing game is back!
Why similar: Arcade 48.1%, Action 17.9%, Cute 15.5%, 2D 8.4%, Colorful 8%
- #31 Super Weekend Mode
78% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2018
Dev: Pixelteriyaki
Windows · Mac
Catch hearts, Crush bunnies, Shoot the bad guys
Why similar: Arcade 30.1%, Retro 24.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.9%, Action 16.9%, Cute 11.6%
- #32 Survive the Spin
75% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: elcanogames
Windows
A lone hero faces creatures invading the kingdom on a deadly spinning wheel. Jump on enemies to survive, clear increasingly challenging levels, and enjoy catchy melodies in an arcade adventure with infinite retries.
Why similar: Arcade 46.7%, Action 18.9%, Cute 16.8%, 2D 8.5%, Colorful 7.3%
- #33 Snip It!
75% matchPositive93% of 28 reviews2024
Dev: ryshaw
Windows
A 2D Qix-like retro arcade game. Draw lines to capture the canvas and defeat enemies!
Why similar: Arcade 43.1%, Retro 25.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Action 10.4%, 2D 8.1%
- #34 ONNANOKO KEEPER
77% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: ilyumiPub: ilyumi Co., Ltd.
Windows
'I've seen it somewhere, but I can't remember what it was... No, no more. Let's blaze a new trail.'
Why similar: Arcade 37.3%, Action 22.4%, Retro 18.3%, Cute 13.2%, 2D 6.8%
- #35 Stick Knight Takes Over the Universe
76% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Z-ixel
Windows
It's conquest time in Sticktopia! So, go on a conquest with 30 unique weapons. Along the way you'll fight in worlds everywhere from an aquarium to a candy-filled world to an asteroid belt! Conquer each area with a different weapon and 30 seconds on the clock for a fast-paced arcade experience!
Why similar: Arcade 38.3%, Retro 22.5%, Action 21.3%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #36 Jack Dragon and the Stone of Peace
74% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Tea Monster Games
Windows
Jack Dragon is a retro game love letter to 80 and 90s arcade games. Avoid nasties, jump on platforms, glide around the screen and collect gems! Sounds easy, right?
Why similar: Arcade 25.9%, Retro 20%, Old School 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Cute 9.6%
- #37 The Wingless Bee
74% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Ryan Silberman
Windows
The Wingless Bee is a brand new Frogger-inspired game where a bee named Bella is abruptly thrown far away from the hive she lives and works at. With her wings destroyed, she can only hop to get back home.
Why similar: Arcade 27.3%, Retro 13%, Old School 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Action 11%
- #38 FoolHut Pack - 3 games in 1
73% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: BolHut
Windows
Play three* tiny BolHut games developed for April Fools! *There might be a fourth game inside.
Why similar: Arcade 39.2%, Retro 25.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Action 12%, 2D 4.6%
- #39 Starboi
72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Turtlevania Games
Windows · Mac
The cosmic horrors have kidnapped Starboi's friends! Launch across the galaxy in search of them, avoiding black holes and defeating the tentacled monsters.
Why similar: Arcade 40%, Retro 25.1%, Action 25%, 2D 7.7%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #40 Spaß Taxi
73% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: ScaniX
Windows
Spaß Taxi (Spaß is German for "fun") is a fun retro arcade game where you bring passengers from one station to another in a flying, rotating taxi. It's a clone of the classic game "Space Taxi" from 1984 with a modernized gameplay using physics and more freedom of movement.
Why similar: Arcade 32.5%, Retro 26.6%, Action 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #41 Doomed Brigade
71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Devs Brigade
Windows
Doomed Brigade is a survival game where you pilot a spaceship, battling hordes of enemies from three different alien races. Level up during each game, unlocking upgrades, modules, and diverse ammunition to equip yourself and crush your foes.
Why similar: Arcade 50.5%, Action 21.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.2%, 2D 9.2%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #42 Vonbit
72% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Chris Boyfield
Windows
A retro arcade shooter with one-bit graphics
Why similar: Arcade 39.7%, Retro 24.3%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Action 13%, 2D 4.3%
- #43 Monster Breakout
71% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: Wokoha LLC
Windows
Break bricks, dodge attacks, collect power-ups, and defeat all the Monsters in ten different worlds featuring a unique boss, soundtrack, and theme!
Why similar: Arcade 31.5%, Retro 18.3%, Old School 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Action 11.3%
- #44 Sheep Trick
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: aericode
Windows · Linux
A game about dreams, loops and sheep! Stop the alarm, dodge your clones and count sheep to infinity to achieve great sleep quality.
Why similar: Arcade 40%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Cute 13.6%, Action 13.4%, Old School 8.1%
- #45 Anivenge
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Fiery Aspen Studios, LLC
Windows
An arcade style game where you play as an animal hopping around a road trying to crash cars. Work your way through different levels or play in survival mode - how many can you crash before you're run over?
Why similar: Arcade 30.9%, Retro 20.2%, Old School 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Action 11.6%
- #46 Hungry Horace Revisited
70% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Pixel Games UK
Windows
8-bit hero Horace is often considered the unofficial mascot of the ZX Spectrum. In later years he’d go skiing and battle spiders, but the 1982 game Hungry Horace – now remastered on Steam for your gaming pleasure – saw him run around a maze eating flowers, ringing alarms and avoiding angry parkies.
Why similar: Arcade 37.3%, Retro 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Action 12.3%, 2D 5.9%
- #47 Analog Party Sim
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Harry Forde
Windows
A Pixel Art, 2D Casual Arcade game that takes you back to a time before video chat parties when getting drunk with friends was less Digital and more Analog.
Why similar: Arcade 35.8%, Cute 13.6%, Retro 12.3%, Old School 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%
- #48 The Ancient Art of Staying Alive
69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Dave SeamanPub: Team Disaster
Windows
An arcade game in which the only goal is to stay alive by making your enemies crash into each other rather than you... which gets difficult as you can have hundreds of enemies homing in on you simultaneously!!
Why similar: Arcade 29.3%, Action 24.7%, Retro 22.2%, Old School 17.6%, 2D 6.2%
- #49 TetriMatch
66% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Emerald Knight Interactive LLC
Windows
TetriMatch is a matchup of two popular games combined to make something new and challenging. Test your skill in this combination of Tetris and Match 3!
Why similar: Arcade 39.4%, Old School 15%, Retro 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Colorful 10%
- #50 OUMUAMUA
66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Use quick reflexes and sharp aim to simultaneously blow up enemies and block alike in this satisfying retro style action brick breaker! The third installment in the Game Buddy series that faithfully recreates the look, sounds, and feel of classic late 80's handheld games!
Why similar: Arcade 32.6%, Old School 19.8%, Action 17.7%, Retro 14%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%
- #51 Sam Stoat: Safebreaker
68% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Gremlin GraphicsPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this fiendishly difficult 1985 platformer, take on the role of the malefactorous mustelid Sam Stoat as he attempts to steal precious diamonds. Collect a bomb and match, jump across some perilous platforms, and find and blow the safe to claim your prize!
Why similar: Arcade 30.5%, Retro 28.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Action 12%, Old School 9.7%
- #52 Cosmos Iter
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Horseman Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A skill-based arcade game focused on fast reactions.
Why similar: Arcade 38.2%, Action 22.2%, Retro 21.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #53 Operation Noogy
69% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Noogybaga
Windows
Dive into a rhythmic shooting range adventure where precision meets melody. Unlock diverse firearms, ascend the ranks, and groove to the beats in this captivating casual shooter. Challenge your aim, reward your skill, and immerse yourself in the ultimate aim-and-groove experience!
Why similar: Arcade 41.1%, Action 17.3%, Old School 10.2%, Cute 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #54 Dam Busters
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: julkipPub: SpielmannSpiel
Windows · Linux
Destroy the dam, or save the dam. Your choice. Play the aggressor and destroy the dam brick by brick. Or play the defender and command your work force to repair any damage done to your dam. A reimagining of the Magnavox Odyssey² Game Videopac 29 - Dam Buster
Why similar: Retro 24.3%, Arcade 23.6%, Old School 14.6%, Action 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%
- #55 Percy the Potty Pigeon (C64/Spectrum)
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Gremlin GraphicsPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this side-scrolling egg-em-up, released in 1984, take on the role of Percy as he struggles to build a nest and feed his needy offspring. Contains both the Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.
Why similar: Arcade 30.8%, Retro 28.9%, Action 12.8%, Old School 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #56 Molar Maul
71% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this bizarre game from 1983, fight the unrelenting attacks of the Dentorium Kamikazium (deadly bacteria that assault the teeth) with your toothbrush and Imagico toothpaste, which contains a supply of the only substance known to combat the DKs: the newly developed chemical DKX 11.
Why similar: Arcade 29.9%, Retro 28%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Action 11.8%, Old School 10.2%
- #57 Super Ember Kaboom
65% matchVery Positive97% of 69 reviews2022
Dev: Josh Koenig Games
Windows · Mac
Super Ember Kaboom is a fast-paced, cute-and-colorful action game. It has tight controls and simple to learn, difficult to master gameplay that makes each level a joy to run through.
Why similar: Arcade 41.2%, Retro 22.8%, Action 19.4%, Cute 16.6%
- #58 Puzzle Pieces
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Tesaks Entertainment s.r.o.
Windows
Fast paced game that will test your reflexes.
Why similar: Arcade 31.9%, Action 17.7%, Retro 11.8%, Old School 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
- #59 Ratcheteer DX
62% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2026
Dev: Shaun InmanPub: Panic
Windows · Mac
Explore the interconnected caverns below the frozen surface and a vast Snowcean above as you set out to rescue friend, foe, and stranger alike in this lo-fi action-adventure!
Why similar: Arcade 33.7%, Action 19.4%, Retro 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Old School 12.3%