Games Like Alien Hominid Invasion

The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Side Scroller 18%, Aliens 17%, Local Multiplayer 11%, Arcade 11%

Why You'll Like It: This is the original classic that started the franchise, offering the pure, unfiltered run-and-gun experience that inspired the sequel.

Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.8%, Online Co-Op 19.5%, Local Multiplayer 13.9%, Co-op 13.2%, Multiplayer 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same studio, this game shares the iconic art style, humor, and chaotic co-op beat-em-up gameplay.

Welcome to BattleBlock Theater! You’ve got no where to go but up...on stage. Play single player or co-op to free your friends and save Hatty Hattington! Jump, solve and battle your way through a mysterious theater inhabited by highly technological felines.

Why similar: Co-op 20.2%, Online Co-Op 16.4%, Local Multiplayer 15.6%, Platformer 15.5%, Side Scroller 13.2%

Why You'll Like It: Another masterpiece from The Behemoth that features similar platforming challenges, quirky humor, and cooperative multiplayer.

Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.

Why similar: Co-op 23.4%, Local Multiplayer 17.3%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Platformer 15.1%, Multiplayer 13.9%

Why You'll Like It: A highly explosive, side-scrolling run-and-gun game that perfectly matches the chaotic, fast-paced co-op nature of the seed game.

“METAL SLUG 3”, the masterpiece in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game series, still continues to fascinate millions of fans worldwide to this day for its intricate dot-pixel graphics, and simple and intuitive game controls, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Arcade 23.6%, Side Scroller 21%, Co-op 20.1%, Online Co-Op 12%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive arcade run-and-gun experience that serves as the primary mechanical inspiration for the genre.

From the creators of Rogue Legacy comes a "true-cooperative" action RPG. FULL METAL FURIES puts an emphasis on team play with a unique combat system where everyone is important. Play on the couch, alone or with friends, or make it an online party for up to four players!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 33.5%, Co-op 22.8%, Online Co-Op 16.9%, RPG 9.2%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A co-op action game that blends beat-em-up combat with RPG elements and strategic team coordination.

Cuphead is a classic run and gun action game heavily focused on boss battles. Inspired by cartoons of the 1930s, the visuals and audio are painstakingly created with the same techniques of the era, i.e. traditional hand drawn cel animation, watercolor backgrounds, and original jazz recordings.

Why similar: Co-op 22.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Platformer 16.6%, Multiplayer 14.3%, Side Scroller 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features incredibly polished 2D run-and-gun gameplay with high-difficulty boss encounters that demand precision and coordination.

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge reunites Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello and Raphael as they kick shell in a beautifully realized beat ’em up.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 49.6%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Multiplayer 15.1%, Arcade 8.2%, Action 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: An exceptional arcade-style beat-em-up that captures the same joy of cooperative, screen-clearing combat.

20XX is a roguelike action platformer that you can play with a friend. Jump and shoot your way through ever-changing levels, collect awesome new powers, and battle mighty bosses in the name of saving the human race maybe!

Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.3%, Online Co-Op 16.7%, Platformer 16.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelite platformer that captures the fast-paced, dash-heavy action of classic side-scrollers.

Amongst the best beat’em up series ever created, jammin’ ‘90s beats and over the top street fighting, the iconic series Streets of Rage comes back with a masterful tribute to and revitalization of the classic action fans adore.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 44.5%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%, Online Co-Op 11.3%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Arcade 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern revival of the classic brawler genre with fluid combat and a heavy emphasis on cooperative play.

Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 21.1%, Local Multiplayer 18.7%, Multiplayer 16.5%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Co-op 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelite run-and-gun that utilizes a comic-book aesthetic and fast-paced combat to keep the action feeling fresh.

Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.7%, Side Scroller 22.5%, Procedural Generation 16.7%, Platformer 13.7%, Co-op 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel to 20XX, offering even more refined roguelite platforming and high-speed combat mechanics.

Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.4%, Co-op 20.8%, Platformer 15.2%, Online Co-Op 9.2%, Local Multiplayer 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D run-and-gun game that adds deep weapon crafting and mission-based progression similar to the seed game's mechanics.

The legendary Contra series returns! This reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the ‘80s features new stages, new enemies, new play mechanics, and co-op combat for up to 4 players!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Aliens 19.6%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Platformer 12.7%, Arcade 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern reimagining of the genre-defining series that brings classic run-and-gun mechanics to current hardware.

Coffee Crisis is an neo-rogue brawler that puts you in the shoes of the only baristas on Earth with enough heavy metal in their veins to fend off an alien assault. Play solo or join up with a friend to fight across eight locations ranging from your Coffee House HQ to the far reaches of outer space.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.7%, Aliens 15.5%, Local Multiplayer 11.9%, Co-op 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky beat-em-up that shares a similar arcade-style aesthetic and cooperative focus.

In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.6%, Side Scroller 30.1%, Arcade 13.2%, Platformer 12.5%, Action 7%

Why You'll Like It: A faithful homage to 90s run-and-gun shooters that focuses on intense, skill-based side-scrolling action.

HIVE JUMP is a sci-fi action platformer for 1-4 players blending run ‘n gun gameplay with roguelike elements.

Why similar: Aliens 14.9%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Online Co-Op 12.4%, Procedural Generation 11.7%, Local Multiplayer 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer shooter that combines roguelike elements with intense co-op combat in alien environments.

Risk of Rain is an action platformer with roguelike elements. With permanent death as a primary feature, players will have to play their best to get as far as possible. Fight on a mysterious planet with randomly spawning enemies and bosses, either alone or with 3 friends in online co-op.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 34.5%, Online Co-Op 22%, Platformer 16%, Co-op 11.8%, Multiplayer 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D roguelite platformer that emphasizes cooperative survival and scaling difficulty through intense combat.

Xeno Crisis is an arena shooter in which up to two players take control of battle-hardened marines embarking on a deadly mission to confront an alien menace! Run and gun your way through thousands of adversaries, searching for survivors, and ultimately facing the origin of the outpost's demise.

Why similar: Aliens 44.2%, Co-op 17.1%, Procedural Generation 15.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: An intense top-down shooter that features arcade-style action and challenging enemy swarms.

Aliens are attacking! Who will save us? Chenso Club will! Using chainsaws, hammers, and the aliens’ own life force against them - these fearless warriors will pulverise enemies on their way to victory. Go solo! Go co-op! Go hack those aliens in this action-packed, side-scrolling platform brawler!

Why similar: Aliens 23.9%, Beat 'em up 20.7%, Co-op 14.6%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, PvE 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action game with a colorful, quirky style and challenging combat encounters.

From Space is a solo and co-op action-shooter for squads up to four players. Take on the challenge of liberating the earth from an alien infestation with your friends, using over-the-top weaponry in a post-apocalyptic world with awesomely stylized graphics. The apocalypse has never been so much fun!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 40.5%, Co-op 28.2%, Multiplayer 20.5%, Action 7.5%, Singleplayer 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative top-down shooter that focuses on clearing waves of aliens with a variety of weapons and abilities.

Enter the futuristic year of 1984, an age where ducks run wild in a frantic battle for glory. Blast your friends with Shotguns, Net Guns, Mind Control Rays, Saxophones, Magnet Guns, and much, much more. This is DUCK GAME. Don't blink.

Why similar: Local Multiplayer 38.5%, Multiplayer 30.7%, Platformer 12.6%, Co-op 10%, Action 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: While more competitive, it matches the high-octane, silly, and chaotic energy found in the seed game's multiplayer.

CounterAttack: Uprising is a side scrolling space shooter (shmup). Team up or fight solo, 1 - 4 player local or up to 8 players online cross-platform coop, unlock upgrades, use powerful ultimate abilities, enhance your ship the way you want, and save the Earth from annihilation.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Online Co-Op 16.1%, Side Scroller 14%, Local Multiplayer 13.4%, Action Roguelike 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling shooter that offers deep customization and cooperative play for fans of the genre.

Knights of Braveland is a cooperative beat'em up action game with a generated story. You will hack, slash, and smash your way to victory. And with your friends it is much more fun. Play local or online.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.1%, Online Co-Op 17%, Action Roguelike 13%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%, Co-op 11%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative beat-em-up with roguelite elements that encourages replayability through randomized encounters.

The world's been flooded. All you have left is your Super Raft Boat… and your friends! Work together to expand your raft while fending off the strangely violent (and wealthy??) creatures of the sea in this multiplayer roguelike shooter. Will your crew survive and reach the Final Island?

Why similar: Online Co-Op 22.5%, Local Multiplayer 16.1%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Co-op 13.6%, Multiplayer 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, cooperative roguelite that requires constant movement and coordination to survive.

A roguelite action platformer in a vibrant glitch-ridden world. Amass a huge arsenal from over 150 weapon options and face hordes of enemies and tough boss fights. Jump into multiplayer (up to 4 player co-op online or local) to collect, unlock, and upgrade for endless replayability.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.3%, Online Co-Op 21.7%, Platformer 17.7%, Co-op 15.9%, Multiplayer 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite platformer that focuses on chaotic, screen-filling combat and cooperative play.

Jump into the frenzied action and the whacky humor of a pure 2.5D side-scroller! While they were going to their old high school for what was supposed to be the party of their life, four long-time friends end up in a ghost town full of monstrous creatures.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 30.7%, Online Co-Op 22%, Co-op 15.4%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Action 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D side-scrolling action game that emphasizes cooperative survival against hordes of enemies.

Team up for 1-4 player co-op platforming in procedurally-generated alien caves! Customize your gremlin, embrace the chaos and fart on friends! Tackle challenges together and unlock new looks and wild mutations for your next run!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 30.1%, Procedural Generation 22.7%, Co-op 21%, Platformer 16.5%, Cute 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A platformer that focuses on cooperative exploration and comedic interactions in a stylized world.

Slide, jump and shoot in 8 directions in this explosive Run 'n Gun for up to 3 players! Swap weapons in real time, activate insane specials and take on alien bosses in an action-packed invasion of retro mayhem!

Why similar: Aliens 28.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Platformer 11.9%, Arcade 9.7%

A cosmic battle awaits! Choose between 15 Marvel Super Heroes in this frenetic action beat ‘em up to fight against the deadly Annihilation Wave threatening the galaxy. From New York City to the depths of the Negative Zone, the future of the Marvel Universe will be fought for across the stars!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 32.1%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Co-op 14.1%, Arcade 10.7%, Online Co-Op 9.6%

The Horde Wants You Dead is a casual, top-down shooter with up to 4-player online co-op. Ambushed by an angry horde, you and your friends face a fight for survival against thousands of relentless enemies!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Online Co-Op 20.7%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, PvE 11.3%, Co-op 10.3%

From the developers of the Guns, Gore and Cannoli franchise comes a new 2D run & gun platformer: Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & TEEF! Spearhead an Ork invasion, destroy the hive city and kill your warboss! ‘Ere we go!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Local Multiplayer 12.4%, Co-op 10.2%

Action roguelike for 1-4 players with cute graphics and deep game mechanics. Combine dozens of different weapons, magic items, potions and spells with unique effects to beat 8 enemy factions and 28 bosses. Can you find the ancient goblin artifact at the end of the dungeon?

Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.3%, Online Co-Op 17.4%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%, Side Scroller 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelite dungeon crawler that features cooperative play and chaotic, screen-filling combat.

The world has been thrown into chaos, and it's up to you and your friends to battle the corrupted beasts of the Rotwood. Upgrade your gear, choose your preferred weapon, and hone your skills to defend your safe haven.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 24.8%, Local Multiplayer 14.2%, Online Co-Op 13.2%, Co-op 11.4%, PvE 9.9%

Zomcats Invasion is a coop online multiplayer game! Play with up to 10 friends and fight endless hordes of Zomcats! Choose between a variety of maps, difficulties and weapons. Unlock abilities and customize your cat to fit your style!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 21.8%, Nonlinear 20.3%, Action Roguelike 18%, Local Multiplayer 17.5%, PvE 12.3%

Explore a neon galaxy in your very own battleship in this 1- to 4-player couch co-op adventure.

Why similar: Local Multiplayer 27.5%, Co-op 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Multiplayer 13.9%, Cartoony 7.8%

Co-operative multiplayer game and complete code base available for free.

Why similar: Co-op 26.2%, Aliens 24.7%, Online Co-Op 23.5%, Multiplayer 13.9%, PvE 5.8%

Broventure = Vampire Survivors + Base building + Co-op. Band together with friends and obliterate hordes of grueling enemies, gather crucial resources, and transform your camp into a sanctuary of liberation.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 18%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Co-op 13.9%, Procedural Generation 12.2%

Neighborhorde is a couch co-op shoot-em-up where you and your team of friends use toys as weapons and game-changing superpowers to try to survive the attacks of evil robots and zombie Abe Lincolns.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Local Multiplayer 26.7%, Co-op 18.3%, Arcade 11.8%, Cute 9.1%

Aliens Invaded Our Planet is a Multiplayer / CO-OP (Up to 6P) FPS & Arcade Style Action game, the game is about alien invasion in 1900s Richalley Town. Shoot and run for your life against the aliens!

Why similar: Action 53.1%, Casual 46.9%

Paper Planet is a planet-defender, arcade roguelike with a doodley, Flash-inspired artstyle. Battle through waves of unique enemies and bosses. Combine items with strange and wacky effects for insanely overpowered runs. Play with 1-4 players, for some chaotic co-op fun!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Action Roguelike 21.9%, Local Multiplayer 15.6%, Arcade 12.4%, Co-op 10.7%

Re-experience the 2017 arcade classic with 3 additional stages and 6 additional boss battles! Take control of Leonardo, Michelangelo, Donatello or Raphael in this classic beat-em-up inspired by the cult favorite Turtles in Time. Play with your friends through 4 player local co-op

Why similar: Beat 'em up 31.2%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Arcade 11%, Local Multiplayer 9.4%, Cartoony 8.8%

Cut through fungal aliens in this hyper-customizable, mission based looter shooter. Hundreds of hand-crafted upgrades, 4-player co-op, and a little roach man. What’s not to love?

Why similar: Online Co-Op 47.2%, PvE 21.2%, Co-op 20.1%, Action 10.1%, Singleplayer 1.3%

In Flock of Dogs, ride flying dogs that live on a flying whale. Together with your friends, go on a hand-drawn, procedurally-generated, Dr. Seussian, roguelike road trip through the sky. Co-op multiplayer for 1-8 players online and/or locally. There's also a bunch of minigames.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 21.1%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Co-op 14.9%, Procedural Generation 13.3%, PvE 10.9%

Rip through hostile alien worlds, harvest mutant body parts mid-combat, and adapt faster than your enemies. Every alien you harvest gives you new body parts with unique powers, like triple-jump legs, turret-dropping torsos, grenade-launching turkey heads. Steal, swap, survive.

Why similar: Online Co-Op 23.4%, Action Roguelike 19.3%, Co-op 16.3%, PvE 13%, Cartoony 12.6%

Infected Shelter is an ultra-violent rogue-lite post-apocalyptic beat'em up. Singleplayer and co-op for up to four players.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.9%, Beat 'em up 21.4%, Local Multiplayer 13.4%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Procedural Generation 9.4%

A Fresh and Insane Brawler with Roguelike elements. Lead a fellowship of jackasses abducted by angry aliens and forced to spread chaos into the most famous sports events. Instant fun, Retro Arcade style, for up to 4 players.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 36%, Co-op 17.7%, Aliens 13.9%, Multiplayer 13.4%, Arcade 12.2%

Ninjin: Clash of Carrots is an anime-inspired beat-em-up with varied enemies and deep customization. Play as the rabbit Ninjin, or Akai, the ninja fox, and fight to retrieve the carrots stolen by Shogun Moe! Redeem carrots for weapons, upgrades and more! Supports 2-player online or local co-op.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 21.7%, Online Co-Op 13.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Co-op 11.5%

Explore, loot, and rush back to defend your ship against alien hordes. Solo or 4-player coop, grow stronger run after run in this frantic action roguelite with a touch of tower defense.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Online Co-Op 20.7%, Action Roguelike 15.6%, Co-op 15.3%, PvE 11.4%

Ants Took My Eyeball is a 2D action platformer roguelite. Descend into an ever-changing ant hill, fight your way through hordes of insects with a variety of weapons, face formidable bosses and ultimately find your stolen eyeball.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 41.2%, Procedural Generation 33.8%, Platformer 25%

Take down hordes of alien invaders with your Power Shot, Truxton Beam, Thunder Laser, Homing Shot, Star‑mine Shot, and more! Don't forget to breathe as you face off against gigantic bosses in the ultimate battle for humanity’s survival!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Local Multiplayer 20%, Co-op 14.8%, PvE 12.8%, Arcade 12.6%

Blast your way through waves of alien invaders in this retro style shooter with modern visuals. Collect power ups, destroy the enemy ships and defeat the mega bosses in 12 action packed levels. On your own or with a friend in local co-op mode.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Aliens 19%, Co-op 16.4%, Arcade 12.3%, Cartoony 11.8%

Aliens have invaded Earth! Towns, cities, deserts, they're everywhere! Take on the role of Earth's last super soldier and confront the alien menace in this intense twin stick shooter!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Aliens 29.1%, Arcade 23.8%, Action 12.4%, Singleplayer 1.9%

A rogue-lite twin-stick shooter/brawler that never plays the same twice. Collect and control 60 different characters as the body-snatching alien Parasite with a grudge against humanity. Fight to the top of the food chain: possess the President, push the Big Red Button and one-up the human race.

Why similar: Procedural Generation 58.4%, Multiplayer 28.9%, Action 12.7%

Snow Plows vs Aliens: 4 player, local co-op chaos

Why similar: Local Multiplayer 75.1%, Action 24.9%

Zombieville USA 3D is a stylized arcade shooter combining retro gameplay with strikingly polished visuals. Fight through an endless undead horde in the bleak hellscape of suburbia! Choose your weapons, grab a friend, and see how long you can survive.

Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.6%, Co-op 21.6%, Arcade 17.2%, PvE 14%, Cartoony 10.7%

NoReload Heroes is a chaotic co-op party shooter for up to four people. Work as a team to beat the accidental evil you created, and be sure to pick up the best magitech guns on the way, or it's back to the bottom floor with you!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 30.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Co-op 19.9%, Action 10.1%, Casual 9.5%

It came from space and ate our brains is a unique Arcade top-down shooter. Looking for addicting gameplay, four-player co-op mode, and tons of aliens to send into oblivion? You’ve come to the right place!

Why similar: Aliens 41.9%, Local Multiplayer 32.7%, Arcade 19.6%, Action 5.8%