- #1 Cosmo Piercers
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MAGICBOX
Windows
A vertical scrolling shooter where you fire your main shot and strategically switch between limited ammo special weapons to take down enemies. Earn bonus points by clearing areas, and defeat as many enemies as possible before the game ends to achieve a high score.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.9%, 1980s 24.8%, Old School 11.1%, Retro 8.1%, Shooter 5.6%
- #2 Frenzy
96% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for the ZX Spectrum by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, search labarinthine levels for the exit, while surviving an ever-increasing onslaught of deadly robots.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.9%, 1980s 12.9%, Retro 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Old School 6%
- #3 Defendor
96% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: almostApixel
Windows
Defendor is a throwback to the fast paced arcade games of the 80s.A retro style, arcade shooter where you upgrade your base to increase the capabilities of your ship, unlock new weapons, ships and cause more mayhem.Defend your base until everyone makes it into the escape ship.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28%, 1980s 16.5%, Old School 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Futuristic 7%
- #4 Spacey Vade
95% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Brown Bot
Windows
Synth-wave styled physics based 2D puzzle shooter filled with nods to the golden era of classic arcade games. Think upside down Peggle crossed with Space Invaders and enemies crafted from the blended remains 70's, and 80’s gaming.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.2%, 1980s 21.5%, Old School 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Retro 6%
- #5 いるかにうろこがないわけ
94% matchVery Positive91% of 187 reviews2023
Dev: 月刊湿地帯Pub: Waku Waku Games
Windows
こんな時間まで起きているわがままハニーマスタードちゃんには特別に、いるかにうろこがないわけを教えてあげようかねえ。
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.7%, 1980s 19.6%, Old School 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Shooter 6.9%
- #6 Arcadia
94% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this highly addictive top-down arcade shoot-em-up from 1982, originally for the ZX Spectrum, defend yourself from wave upon wave of deadly alien combatants using your Ion Thrust Drive and dual Plasma Disruptors.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 49%, Retro 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Space 6.2%, Action 4.8%
- #7 Quin Excluder
93% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: MEGAAK SOFT
Windows
A retro arcade-style, 2D vertical scrolling shooter Pixel art inspired by 16-bit consoles and arcade games from the '80s and '90s Focus on the exhilarating "aim, shoot, kill" feel of the original shooter game. Receive communications from Controller Luna as you progress through each stage's story
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 38.4%, 1980s 17.6%, Retro 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Shooter 7.7%
- #8 2nd Shot
92% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Chad BarrettPub: Chaotic Entertainment, LLC
Windows · Mac
In the vast depths of space, lies a man with a dark past. Setting himself apart from that old life, and seeking justice against wrongdoing instead of being the cause of it, Captain Righteous uses the Freedom Fighter, his trusty space fighter to search for and combat the evil Captain Buster!
Why similar: 1980s 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Old School 12%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Retro 7.3%
- #9 OUMUAMUA
91% match4 user reviews80% of 5 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: 1980s 26.7%, Old School 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Space 7.6%
- #10 Voidronaut
91% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Aztyrael Studios
Windows
Voidronaut is a fast-paced 2D arcade shooter set in the endless darkness of deep space. As the last surviving pilot, you must outmaneuver relentless enemy waves, collect new weapons, and sharpen your aim, speed, and reflexes to survive.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 35.8%, Old School 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Action 7%, Shooter 6.7%
- #11 Huygens Principle
90% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: Cat In A Jar Games
Windows
You become the enemy that you killed!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 35%, 1980s 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Futuristic 6.8%, Shooter 6.4%
- #12 Royal Odyssey
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lion Crest Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Royal Odyssey is a retro-style arcade space shooter where you pilot Prince Zayven’s ship through a deadly asteroid storm, blasting your way to survival.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.8%, 1980s 20.3%, Space 8.5%, Futuristic 8.5%, Retro 7.8%
- #13 THUNDER STRIKER
89% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Blast your way through enemy territory and level up your versatile arsenal of high-tech weapons in this handheld game style retro shmup!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.8%, 1980s 22%, Retro 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Sci-fi 8.1%
- #14 Cosmula
88% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Simply Artizan
Windows · Mac · Linux
Engage in an intense space shooter that you can play in single-player or multiplayer with up to 6 players. Play a variety of different spaceships, each with their own unique stats, components, and playstyles!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 36%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Futuristic 10.3%, Space 9.3%, Retro 8.7%
- #15 Magnetron Rebellion: Fully Loaded
87% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Sabre Rael
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are a single ship outnumbered and outgunned by the enemy fleet. The one advantage you have is a powerful magnet that is capable of capturing the enemy bullets and firing them back at the enemy!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 46.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Space 7.6%, 2D 7.1%, Shooter 7.1%
- #16 Ultra Mission™
86% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Gumbo MachinePub: Gumbo Machine, LLC
Windows · Linux
Embark on a dangerous investigation in Ultra Mission™, the latest game by Gumbo Machine™. As an agent of the Stellar Exchange Commission, you must traverse the 20 dizzying levels within Otto Labs, each littered with powerful automatons and questionable experiments. This is going to be a blast!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.6%, 1980s 21.3%, Old School 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Futuristic 6.9%
- #17 Blue Jay Joyride
86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Simmuk
Windows
Blue Jay Joyride is a fast-paced 2D space shooter. Go through waves of enemies and fight progressively harder bosses. Collect one of the many unique powerups to give your ship a fighting chance in this intense game.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 38.5%, Old School 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Action 6.9%, 2D 6.7%
- #18 Asteroids: Recharged
85% matchMostly Positive77% of 108 reviews2021
Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
How long can you survive the depths of space in this fresh revival of the classic arcade shooter, all while grooving to an original score by Megan McDuffee. Pilot solo or recruit a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.7%, 1980s 16.5%, Old School 9.3%, Space 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
- #19 Arcade Classics
84% matchPositive96% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Reza MirzaeiPub: Dreamware Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Collection of a few arcade classics, remade with a fresh and friendly looking art style and a beautiful soundtrack.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.8%, 1980s 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, 2D 6.3%, Shooter 6.3%
- #20 Starlight Squad
83% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Pixel vs Pixel
Windows
Lead an elite squad of heroines in this high-energy vertical shmup! Blast through enemy waves, dodge deadly patterns, and take down epic bosses as you fight to free the galaxy from the grip of the Merlian Empire.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.8%, 1980s 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Retro 8.7%, Space 7.4%
- #21 ZEROCRON
84% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: T.R.S.
Windows
ZEROCRON is a straightforward, classical arcade Twin-Stick Shoot-Em-Up with a strong Commodore-Amiga-era feel. Blast asteroids and enemies to burning pixeldust!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.1%, 1980s 16.3%, Old School 12%, Retro 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #22 Parsec
82% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Speedbird
Windows
In Parsec you pilot a spaceship through a field of asteroids trying to destroy as many as possible before they destroy you. You have three different weapons that can be picked up around the world. Health can also be picked up from random spawns and sometimes dropped by asteroids.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 35.3%, Old School 14%, Space 9.5%, Retro 8.5%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #23 Operation : Escape
81% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: ICT@SUPub: ZDKHub
Windows
A sci-fi top-down shooter game. 2D top-downYou shooting game. You get kidnapped by alien from far away and infested by their blood, which makes you able to use their weapon. You have to get out there before they catch you and do some weird thing with your body
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 47.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Action 8.8%, Shooter 8.7%, 2D 7.9%
- #24 Hyper Bullet
82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Tony Wang
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hyper Bullet is a top-down action game replenished with agreeable vaporwave aesthetics, pure joy of combat and gunplay rhythm.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.5%, 1980s 27.6%, Retro 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Old School 5.7%
- #25 TROID BLASTER 2
80% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: KINGSGUARD GAMES
Windows
TROID BLASTER 2 is a physics based asteroids tribute game, featuring: * Random Levels * Gachapon random generated pilots and ships * 30 weapon types to unlock * Physics based! * Hundreds of bite sized levels to play * A graveyard to bury and remember your fallen pilots
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.7%, 1980s 16%, Old School 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 7%, Shooter 6.3%
- #26 Space Force Bargain Bin
79% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Sled Dog Games
Windows · Linux
Repel the humans! Safeguard the future of all alienkind! Fueled by a large selection of quirky upgrades and power-ups, strengthen the alien alliance to destroy Humanity's Last Hope in this fast-paced retro action-arcade shooter with roguelite and tower defense elements.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.8%, 1980s 16.8%, Retro 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Old School 7.2%
- #27 N.O.M.A.D. (CPC/Spectrum)
81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this innovative top-down shooter from 1985, pilot the Nemesis Organisation Mobile Attack Droid (N.O.M.A.D.) through the heavily armoured homeworld of galactic supervillain Cyrus T. Gross, solving tricky puzzles, dodging deadly hazards, and shooting fiendish enemies.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 41.6%, 1980s 14.8%, Retro 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Shooter 6.3%
- #28 Zenvader
78% matchPositive97% of 29 reviews2025
Dev: RyiSnow
Windows
Zenvader is a super retro shooter mixed with roguelite elements. Dodge the barrage of bullets, improve your unit, and try to defeat the Alien King!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25%, 1980s 21.7%, Old School 13.6%, Retro 9.2%, Space 7.4%
- #29 When the Stars Threw Down Their Spears
78% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: None is Enough
Windows · Linux
When the Stars Threw Down Their Spears is a story-rich, retro space shooter inspired by DOS-era space games like Star Control, Solar Winds, and Lightspeed. Blast your way through fast-paced arcade combat; build out modular, upgradable ships; and explore a galaxy torn by war.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.8%, 1980s 15%, Space 11.4%, Retro 9.1%, Old School 7.6%
- #30 Meteor Havok
77% match9 user reviews90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Alchemy Skunkworks
Windows
Meteor Havok is a take on the classic Asteroids arcade shooter. Enter the asteroid fields to blast a path to safety with your agile ship and powerful lasers.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 47.4%, 1980s 32.8%, Action 9.3%, 2D 8.2%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #31 Astroblaster
79% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: David ArmstrongPub: Pizza Parlor Games
Windows
An arcade-style 2D top-down space shooter. Blow up space rocks and space pirates for as long as you can. You'll also need to maximize a delicately-balanced economy of resources. Keep trying to out-do yourself! Five boss ships will break in at various points to make life difficult.
Why similar: 1980s 34.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Retro 11%, Old School 10.9%, Shooter 5.1%
- #32 Cyberhunt
77% matchVery Positive85% of 2,850 reviews2017
Dev: NukGames
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Cyberhunt is a retro procedurally generated twin stick shooter, that takes you back to the sweet to the sweet arcade machines era!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.5%, 1980s 18.4%, Old School 9.6%, Space 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
- #33 Falconet
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iruka Software
Windows
Falconet is a retro-style twin stick shooter with smooth weapon switching and quick reaction gameplay. Travel through unique levels, solve puzzles, and use your diverse arsenal of weapons to efficiently eliminate an army of rogue machines, rescue human survivors, and rack up high scores.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.7%, 1980s 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Old School 8.7%, Retro 8%
- #34 XELAN FORCE
75% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: PIXEL CO., LTD
Windows
8BIT style vertical scrolling shooting game Zelan Force.We aimed to create a game that you can enjoy over and over again, such as the feeling of play that changes between offensive and defensive types, and the ability to search for hidden items.
Why similar: 1980s 31.7%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%, Retro 14%, Shooter 8.3%, Sci-fi 6.9%
- #35 Martian Invaders
76% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
WE HAVE ALIENS, YOU DON'T—Blast Martian invaders and flying saucers across 30 stages with robotic voice effects. Use your destructible shield, rescue army men for bonus points, and chase the high score.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.4%, 1980s 21.4%, Old School 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Retro 5.7%
- #36 Uprising on Altyyr 5
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Funky Monkey Games
Windows
Join Captain Rijk as he attempts to escape from the clutches of one of the most villainous species in the galaxy. Help to uncover the horrors that are being carried out on the fringes of the civilised galaxy and become the divine being prophesised to inspire an uprising and destroy The Domain.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 39.5%, Space 13.3%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Shooter 6.7%
- #37 Deathopolis
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ritual GamesPub: TheGamesfortress
Windows
Deathopolis is an arcade style fast paced shooter. Take on a series of rooms collecting prizes and clearing out waves of enemies using guns and power-up abilities.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.5%, 1980s 22.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Retro 7.4%, Futuristic 6.3%
- #38 Maelstrom
72% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Sam Lantinga
Windows · Mac · Linux
Maelstrom is a licensed open source port of the original shareware game for the Macintosh by Ambrosia Software, Inc. It is a fast-action, asteroids-like game, with classic pixel graphics and original sounds.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 43.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Space 9.2%, Retro 8.7%, 2D 7.6%
- #39 Insectipede
75% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
Time to bug out and blast back in this arcade shooter packed with waves of insects and UFOs. Fight through 50 challenging stages, grab power-ups, and chase the high score.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.2%, 1980s 19.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Old School 7.9%, Retro 6.8%
- #40 Xentron Attack
73% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Xentron Attack is a multi-directional shooter. The evil alien forces called Xentron have invaded your galaxy and spreading dangerous meteors and missiles in the space. Fight with smart enemies who calculates your movements. Turn your ship precisely and use the borderless space wisely.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.3%, 1980s 18.6%, Old School 10.3%, Space 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #41 Stellar Space
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Next Step Studios
Windows · Mac
Stellar Space is a new take on a classic arcade game with a modern, rogue-like, form for new players to enjoy!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.4%, 1980s 17.6%, Space 7.9%, Sci-fi 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #42 Twin Cobra
71% matchVery Positive87% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Blast battalions of tanks into smoking craters and conquer air and sea from the sky's fastest attack chopper! Toaplan's coin-op shooter Twin Cobra flies to PC with fresh features and quality-of-life updates!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.2%, 1980s 26.2%, Old School 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Retro 7.1%
- #43 Gunstorm
72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Cornutopia Software
Windows
Gunstorm is a space shooter loaded with playability. Wave after wave of alien craft attack your agile ship. Use the mouse to control your ship at the speed of thought in a perfectly balanced game that starts easy and gradually gets more difficult.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.1%, 1980s 27.2%, Old School 10%, Space 7.6%, Shooter 5.5%
- #44 Storm Mined
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hémisphère gauche
Windows · Linux
Inspired by the cult classic Mine Storm, Storm Mined modernizes arcade space shooting with rogue-lite upgrades and rhythm-based stages.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.5%, 1980s 18.7%, Old School 8.9%, Space 7.4%, Futuristic 5.8%
- #45 Twin Hawk
71% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take on powerful tanks and battleships with the best use of your fighter in this military themed vertical arcade shoot ‘em up by Toaplan! Summon friendly fighter planes to avoid emergencies and increase firepower. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.7%, 1980s 27.1%, Old School 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%, 2D 5.9%
- #46 ReCoil
70% 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 54.6%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Top-Down 8.2%, Action 5.7%, Shooter 4.8%
- #47 Tanks: 1985
69% matchPositive87% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: CODEHUB
Windows
Classic tank battles reborn with online play, powerups, emojis & map editor!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.6%, 1980s 19.1%, Old School 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Retro 6.4%
- #48 AREA WARS™
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: RexoPub: STUDIO.D0DO
Windows
AREA WARS™ is a fast-paced 2D omnidirectional shooter where you battle enemies from every direction in a constantly changing enclosed area. Defeated enemies trigger chain explosions that engulf nearby foes and boost your score multiplier. Built for short, repeatable runs with score-focused gameplay.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 41.5%, 1980s 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Shooter 6.8%, Space 6.7%
- #49 StormBonk
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Edenvind
Windows
A fast, addictive space run where you weave through meteors, blast obstacles, collect coins, and survive wave after wave of rising danger.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 39.2%, Old School 11.1%, Space 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Retro 6.8%
- #50 Phrenetic Shooting Reunion
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: ALU COMPUTER ARTS
Windows
[CONTENTS] A playable shooting game "PHRENETIC SHOOTING REUNION" + All future updates/bug fixes. Phrenetic Shooting is a retro tasted shooting game. This game provides an exciting experience for retro 2D shooting game funs.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.3%, 1980s 19.2%, Old School 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Action 7.1%
- #51 STROIDZ!
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Knuckle Dragger Games
Windows
Clear the asteroid field before the Corpos hunt you down with their AI weaponry!
Why similar: 1980s 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Old School 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Shooter 7.2%
- #52 Blasteroids
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Crossy
Windows
Blast your way through waves of space debris in order to reach what is waiting for you on the other side. Find your fighting style with multiple unlockable ships in this fast paced space adventure!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.6%, Space 13.4%, Retro 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Sci-fi 9.2%
- #53 Rysen
70% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
An old arcade style 2d shmup.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 38.9%, Old School 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Shooter 7.4%, Retro 7%
- #54 Hive P v. S
70% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Spelmakare Jens Nilsson AB
Windows · Mac · Linux
Mashup of classic arcade games.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.8%, 1980s 18.5%, Old School 10.1%, Space 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #55 Rendagor
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: TribanzDev
Windows
Rendagor is a 2D Top-down Shooter starring a service bot. Just a simple machine... or something more? Uncover dark secrets in Story Mode or master the challenge of Arcade Mode. Shoot, smash, and demolish enemies and destructible environments with a devastating arsenal.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 36.9%, Old School 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Futuristic 7.9%, Retro 6.8%
- #56 AstroWars
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jonathan Silverman
Windows
AstroWars is a top down 2d shooter with monsters and a blue gun. Earn score by killing monsters and try to beat your top score.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 44.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Space 8.5%, Shooter 8.2%, Action 7.9%
- #57 Solitarius
67% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Daniel Brendel
Windows
Solitarius is a 2D top-down wave shooter set in a sci-fi space environment. It is a free minigame that contains six different levels, eight different enemies and nine different weapons. Instead of surviving as long as possible you have to make it through each level.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 41.8%, Space 17.3%, Sci-fi 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Futuristic 5.7%
- #58 Roidgrinder
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Yondersoft
Windows
The origin story of a famous roidgrinder. It's an incremental space mining game where you interact with the ship's systems through a state-of-the-art terminal interface. Crossbreed of 2D arcade, lightweight simulation and some idler elements. Note: KEYBOARD REQUIRED.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.9%, 1980s 15.1%, Space 13.6%, Old School 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
- #59 Red Galaxy
68% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: CSZgames
Windows
This is a retro space shooting game, where you only fight against the strongest enemy. There are 15 unique bosses in the game, and players need to use different weapons and strategies to defeat them. Dedicated to you who are both challengers and retro game lovers.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 38.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Old School 9.2%, 1980s 8.3%, Shooter 7.1%