Games Like Awesomenauts

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Why similar: MOBA 70.8% ★, Multiplayer 14.7%, Competitive 9.2% ★, Action 2.6%, Great Soundtrack 1.7%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers the same hero-focused PvP intensity and ability-driven team fights as Awesomenauts, just in a top-down arena instead of lanes.

Monday Night Combat is a class-based, third-person shooter… and the most popular lethal sport of the future!

Why similar: MOBA 72.6% ★, Multiplayer 10.5%, Co-op 4.8%, Action 4.6%, Strategy 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is another action-heavy MOBA hybrid with lanes, turrets, and class-based team play wrapped in a playful presentation.

Join 40+ million players in SMITE, the Battleground of the Gods! Wield Thor’s hammer, turn your foes to stone as Medusa, or flex your divine power as one of 100+ other mythological icons. Become a God and play FREE today!

Why similar: MOBA 75.4% ★, Multiplayer 10.8%, Competitive 4.8% ★, Co-op 4.3%, Action 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: Like Awesomenauts, it translates MOBA gameplay into direct-control action combat with a strong emphasis on character kits and team coordination.

GO GIGANTIC! THE UNIQUE MOBA HERO SHOOTER RETURNS!

Why similar: MOBA 81.4% ★, Multiplayer 13.4%, Action 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its stylized roster, objective-based team combat, and action-MOBA structure make it one of the closest alternatives in overall feel.

AirMech® Strike is a fast paced Action-RTS game that can be played solo, coop, or competitively online. Earn Kudos and Experience in battle and unlock a wide collection of AirMechs and Units while you practice the perfect strategy to emerge victorious!

Why similar: MOBA 66.8% ★, Multiplayer 14.7%, Strategy 4.7%, Co-op 4.5%, Online Co-Op 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: It blends action control with lane pressure and strategic decision-making, making it a strong fit for players who liked Awesomenauts' MOBA side.

Every day, millions of players worldwide enter battle as one of over a hundred Dota heroes. And no matter if it's their 10th hour of play or 1,000th, there's always something new to discover. With regular updates that ensure a constant evolution of gameplay, features, and heroes, Dota 2 has taken on a life of its own.

Why similar: MOBA 76.6% ★, Multiplayer 10.3%, Competitive 4.4% ★, Strategy 2.8%, Online Co-Op 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: While less platform-driven, it scratches the same strategic lane-pushing, role-based, teamfight-heavy MOBA itch at a deeper level.

Teeworlds is a free online multiplayer game, available for all major operating systems. Battle with up to 16 players in a variety of game modes, including Team Deathmatch and Capture The Flag. You can even design your own maps!

Why similar: Multiplayer 34.3%, Platformer 21.9%, 2D 11.6%, Co-op 9.4%, Action 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the same kind of nimble 2D multiplayer movement, platforming gunplay, and competitive side-view chaos.

Paladins is the ultimate fantasy team-based shooter experience, with over 50 customizable Champions fighting in 5v5 action across a diverse Realm of modes and maps!

Why similar: MOBA 61.5% ★, Multiplayer 21.3%, Co-op 5.3%, Online Co-Op 4.7%, Action 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: The mix of hero abilities, team objectives, and accessible competitive matches gives it a similar pick-a-character-and-master-your-kit appeal.

It's either not for you or the best thing you ever played

Why similar: MOBA 43.3% ★, Multiplayer 21.9%, Online Co-Op 7.1%, Action 6.2%, Strategy 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its compact team matches, distinct characters, and ability-based objective play echo Awesomenauts' fast, readable competitive design.

Grab your team and tear it up in Bleeding Edge, an electrifying online brawler where every fighter comes mechanically enhanced for mayhem!

Why similar: MOBA 54% ★, Action 17.9%, Multiplayer 17.6%, Competitive 10.5% ★

Why You'll Like It: Its hero brawler design emphasizes team compositions, cooldown management, and nonstop objective fights in a way Awesomenauts players usually appreciate.

An addictive fast-paced hybrid of Card games & Tower-Defense. Play 1v1 - or bring a friend for 2v2 - and engage in epic online multiplayer battles full of innovative strategy and awesome plays! Collect 200+ cards with unique mechanics, all free!

Why similar: Multiplayer 40.1%, Co-op 29.4%, Online Co-Op 18.6%, Strategy 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: Its lane-pushing structure and constant pressure around summoning, defense, and timing make it a good alternative for the strategy side of Awesomenauts.

Bloodline Champions is a Free-to-Play online PvP Arena game where players engage in short, intense battles of up to ten players divided into two teams. Each player takes control over one of several bloodlines, each with their own unique weapons and abilities. Easy to learn, challenging to master.

Why similar: MOBA 79.1% ★, Multiplayer 13.5%, Action 4%, Competitive 3.4% ★

Why You'll Like It: This strips away farming to focus almost entirely on skill-based hero combat and coordinated team ability play.

An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.

Why similar: Multiplayer 25.5%, Local Co-Op 21%, Platformer 16.3%, Co-op 12.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: It keeps the competitive 2D platform combat and character-based matchups that make Awesomenauts so immediately fun.

Cut-throat multiplayer running game that pits 4 players against each other, locally and/or online. Run, jump, swing around, and use devious weapons and pick-ups to knock opponents off-screen! One of the most competitive games you'll ever play.

Why similar: Multiplayer 31.2%, Platformer 15.4%, Competitive 14.2% ★, Local Multiplayer 10.7%, Local Co-Op 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: If your favorite part of Awesomenauts was mastering momentum and platform movement against other players, this is a great next step.

A fast paced multiplayer shooter that pits aliens against humans in a strategic and action-packed struggle for survival!

Why similar: Multiplayer 40%, Competitive 13.4% ★, Strategy 11.5%, Co-op 9.3%, Action 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: It combines shooter action with larger-scale team strategy, appealing to players who liked Awesomenauts as much for coordination as for combat.

Nine distinct classes provide a broad range of tactical abilities and personalities. Constantly updated with new game modes, maps, equipment and, most importantly, hats!

Why similar: Multiplayer 53.2%, Competitive 13.2% ★, Co-op 10.4%, Online Co-Op 8.1%, Action 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Though first-person, it shares Awesomenauts' class identity, team objective focus, and easy-to-read cartoony multiplayer energy.

Superfighters Deluxe is a unique action game that combines brawling, shooting and platforming in dynamic sandboxy 2D levels. Lots of weapons and fun gameplay systems interlock to create absurd action-movie chaos.

Why similar: Multiplayer 22%, Local Co-Op 14.3%, Platformer 13%, Great Soundtrack 10.8%, 2D 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This offers frantic 2D multiplayer combat with strong platforming movement and a similarly chaotic, readable side-view format.

Soldat is a unique 2D (side-view) multiplayer action game. Soldiers fight against each other in 2D battle arenas using a deadly arsenal of military weapons, across 7 default game modes.

Why similar: Multiplayer 40%, Action 27.3%, Indie 19.1%, 2D 13.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its 2D side-scrolling firefights, mobility-heavy combat, and team-based matches make it a natural fit for Awesomenauts fans.

Join the Galactic Tournament in this fast-paced comical action shooter. Level-up your Hero and unlock an arsenal of weapons. Lay waste to your friends and foes in local, LAN and online multiplayer matches, or hone your skills in single player and custom games.

Why similar: Multiplayer 48.7%, Online Co-Op 21%, Action 17.7%, Indie 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: Its compact multiplayer arena design and quick class-like combat make it a decent match for Awesomenauts' indie competitive vibe.

RIVALS OF AETHER is an indie fighting game where warring civilizations summon the power of Fire, Water, Air, and Earth. Play with up to four players either locally or online.

Why similar: Multiplayer 27.3%, Platformer 16.9%, Great Soundtrack 15.6%, Competitive 14.6% ★, Local Multiplayer 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its sharp 2D movement, expressive character kits, and high-skill competitive platform combat align well with Awesomenauts' action side.

Magicka is a satirical action-adventure game set in a rich fantasy world based on Norse mythology. The player assumes the role of a wizard from a sacred order tasked with stopping an evil sorcerer who has thrown the world into turmoil, his foul creations besieging the forces of good.

Why similar: Co-op 27.1%, Multiplayer 24.2%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Online Co-Op 11.6%, Action 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: The emphasis on ability combinations, friendly chaos, and co-op spell synergy makes it a strong fit for players who loved Awesomenauts' character skills.

Stick Fight is a physics-based couch/online fighting game where you battle it out as the iconic stick figures from the golden age of the internet.

Why similar: Multiplayer 36%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%, Great Soundtrack 7%, Co-op 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: This delivers chaotic side-view multiplayer battles where mobility, positioning, and quick adaptation matter constantly.

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

Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.2%, Multiplayer 18.1%, Co-op 18%, Online Co-Op 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its colorful 2D co-op action and accessible combat won't replace the MOBA structure, but it matches Awesomenauts' cartoon energy and side-scrolling appeal.

Banging beats and mad style, Lethal League Blaze is the most intense ball game you can play online with up to 4 players.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 32.4%, Multiplayer 16.8%, Competitive 15.3% ★, Local Multiplayer 12.6%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: The stylish 2D arena action, strong character identity, and escalating match pace hit a similar competitive sweet spot.

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: Multiplayer 29.5%, Platformer 11.5%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%, Local Co-Op 10.1%, Great Soundtrack 8%

Why You'll Like It: Its fast 2D arena matches channel the same kind of readable, hilarious, skill-based platform combat chaos.

TowerFall Ascension is the definitive version of the hit archery combat game. Inspired by classics from the golden age of couch multiplayer, it's a 4-player local party game centering around hilarious, intense versus matches. The core mechanics are simple and accessible, but hard to master and combat is fierce.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.7%, Local Multiplayer 16.7%, Platformer 15.8%, Multiplayer 13.4%, Co-op 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Its tight platform-archery duels and excellent local multiplayer capture the same polished 2D competitive immediacy.

Grab a friend, grab a gadget, grab a gun and get ready for the most fun you'll ever have in a co-op game!

Why similar: Co-op 22.7%, Multiplayer 20.8%, Local Co-Op 18.9%, Action 12.8%, Indie 10%

Why You'll Like It: This side-view co-op shooter-platformer mirrors the space setting and 2D movement focus, even if it is more cooperative than competitive.

Move or Die is an absurdly fast-paced 4-player local and online party game where the mechanics change every 20 seconds! It's THE friendship-ruining game.

Why similar: Multiplayer 31.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%, Platformer 10.3%, Local Co-Op 8.8%, Competitive 6.2% ★

Why You'll Like It: It shares Awesomenauts' pick-up-and-play energy, rapid multiplayer rounds, and constant pressure to stay in motion.

Jumpala is a fast-paced action puzzler with heavy fighting game vibes. While the core mechanics are simple, each game is a test of skill and strategy as you try to outscore and outplay your opponents. Features both local and online play.

Why similar: Competitive 27.7% ★, Multiplayer 24.3%, Local Multiplayer 20.6%, 2D 11%, Strategy 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is a niche but very fitting competitive platformer that emphasizes movement mastery and head-to-head arena control.

The rules are simple. Reach the other side and kill anyone that stands in your way. Deftly parry and rend their throats, riddle their bowels with arrows, or squish their brains between your toes. The wurm cares not for chivalry.

Why similar: Multiplayer 27.7%, Local Multiplayer 25.3%, Platformer 10.9%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Action 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Its side-view duels focus on spacing, momentum, and aggressive pushes in a way that can appeal to Awesomenauts' platform-combat fans.

BOMBERGROUNDS: Immerse in a free-to-play massive multiplayer action-packed arena inspired by classic bomber games. Dash, bomb, bat, and explode your way to victory. Your realm of relentless arcade action is just a click away—dive in and rule the grounds!

Why similar: Multiplayer 38.3%, Co-op 22.9%, Online Co-Op 16.3%, Action 8.4%, Strategy 7.4%

BATTLECREW™ Space Pirates is a fast-paced competitive multiplayer shooter. Choose your hero, call a few friends and join in on the fun! Meet in battle in this 2vs2 to 4vs4 action platformer.

Why similar: Multiplayer 29.8%, Competitive 17% ★, Co-op 13.8%, Online Co-Op 9.6%, Platformer 8.2%

Join the ranks of the Spiral Knights. Stranded on an alien world, you must explore the ever-changing Clockworks beneath its surface.

Why similar: Multiplayer 36%, Co-op 16.8%, Online Co-Op 16.5%, Great Soundtrack 15.3%, Action 9.7%

Jog! Jump! Switch! Coordinate the crazy conga line of alien athletes in this autorunner / puzzle platformer for 1-4 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21%, Platformer 14.2%, Co-op 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Multiplayer 9.6%

Behold the clash of heroes! Iron League is a MOBA teamfight of the warriors named "Ironsides". The League does not care what their motives are, as long as they give a good fight. How about you? Do you wanna be the strongest Ironside? Then, take a bold step into the Iron League!

Why similar: MOBA 85% ★, Co-op 5.3%, Competitive 3.5% ★, Strategy 2.8%, Action 2.2%

A strategic fast-paced MOBA-styled game where you play as a team to complete objectives against the opposing team. Play as unique agents with a third-person view and use their abilities to change the outcomes of the chaotic battle arena with various game modes! No pay to win, just pure skill!

Why similar: MOBA 77.9% ★, Multiplayer 14.1%, Strategy 4%, Cartoon 2.6%, Action 1.5%

The Ultimatest Battle is a real-time, 2D platform game in which two teams compete in different game modes with an almost completely destructible environment. UB is a true Free-to-Play, absolutely no Pay-to-Win.

Why similar: Multiplayer 23.7%, Platformer 18.7%, Co-op 13.8%, 2D 11.3%, Action 11%

Create a hero from one of four classes to save Etheria in this 4-player coop Tower Defense Action-RPG. Includes Steam exclusive Portal gun & TF2 familiars!

Why similar: Multiplayer 56.7%, Online Co-Op 26.3%, Strategy 10.6%, Funny 6.3%

Embark on an epic sci-fi, free-to-play adventure. Spacelords is a brand-new take on the shooter genre. Through its 4 vs 1 campaign, you experience both sides of the story: Join the Raiders in their fight to free the legendary Broken Planet, or switch sides and fight as the Antagonist alongside the invading hordes!

Why similar: Multiplayer 29.2%, Action 22.5%, Co-op 20.3%, Online Co-Op 11.7%, Strategy 6.5%

Lethal League is a competitive projectile fighting game where you have to hit an anti-gravity ball into the face of your opponent to win. The ball speeds up with every strike, up to explosively extreme velocities. Play intense local matches with friends and foes, challenge yourself in the singleplayer mode or battle it out online.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 23.7%, Multiplayer 22.8%, Local Multiplayer 15.4%, Local Co-Op 9.7%, Competitive 8.6% ★

Master the most intense platformer shooter ever created. Play in teams of up to 5v5 players across 8 game modes or make your own custom lobby. Collect & craft an arsenal of weapons to master your loadout. Play cross-platform for free on PC, Console, Mobile, and Web with full controller support.

Why similar: Platformer 33.3%, Multiplayer 18%, Action 9.7%, Co-op 9.6%, Side Scroller 9.6%

Formicide is a fast-paced 2D online platformer with a lineup of versatile classes. Think Worms meets Team Fortress 2. Face off with teammates against enemies in destructible environments with the weapons and abilities at your disposal.

Why similar: Multiplayer 46.3%, Great Soundtrack 17.4%, Action 15%, 2D 11.3%, Indie 10.1%

Play Smash Legends for free! Smash Legends is an exciting PVP action brawler where fairy tale Legends engage in a lively battle. Play solo or in a 3v3 team battle with your friends! Play now with Smashers from all over the world on Steam, iOS, and Android!

Why similar: MOBA 60.7% ★, Multiplayer 12.1%, Competitive 7.2% ★, Co-op 6.9%, Online Co-Op 4.7%

Dropzone is a game of action, strategy and skill. Win 15 minute battles by scoring points. Unlock gear, customize your squad of up to 3 Units and compete in Team 3v3, 2v2 or 1v1 matches. Lay claim to the riches of Europa!

Why similar: MOBA 78.4% ★, Competitive 4.8% ★, Strategy 4.2%, Co-op 4.1%, Action 2.8%

An upcoming free-to-play MOBA that combines traditional lane-based gameplay and intense team battles with innovative mechanics, maintaining the classic feel of the genre while introducing new elements that add depth, strategy, and excitement to every match. Easy to learn, difficult to master.

Why similar: MOBA 79% ★, Multiplayer 10.3%, Strategy 3.2%, Action 3.1%, Online Co-Op 2.8%

Monaco: What's Yours Is Mine is a single player or co-op heist game. Assemble a crack team of thieves, case the joint, and pull off the perfect heist.

Why similar: Co-op 30.2%, Local Co-Op 22.1%, Multiplayer 13.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%, Online Co-Op 7.3%

A couch/online game where you battle your friends with unique and wild abilities. There are many choices such as a shrink ray, creating black holes, stopping time and attaching a rocket engine to the stage to send it flying. Choose a combination that synergizes well to win the round!

Why similar: Multiplayer 25.5%, Local Co-Op 24%, Co-op 12%, Online Co-Op 9.5%, Local Multiplayer 8.8%

Sanctum 2 is the sequel to the world’s first Tower Defense/FPS hybrid game. Pick from four unique character classes and embark on a mission to protect the oxygen-producing Cores from hordes of deadly aliens who are threatened by their existence.

Why similar: Co-op 30.2%, Multiplayer 20.1%, Online Co-Op 10.4%, Strategy 10.1%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%

You’ve tossed, burned and sliced them by the thousands – now orcs must die more than ever before! Grab a friend and slay orcs in untold numbers in this sequel to the 2011 AIAS Strategy Game of the Year from Robot Entertainment.

Why similar: Co-op 32.9%, Multiplayer 21.1%, Online Co-Op 12.5%, Action 10.7%, Strategy 10.3%

Tower Wars combines elements of tower defense, RTS, and all-out multi-player mayhem to bring you a completely unique experience, delivered with a fun and funny not-so-old world style!

Why similar: Multiplayer 41.6%, Co-op 21.7%, Strategy 19.2%, Indie 8%, Action 5.4%

Onraid is a challenging 2D shooter game, where you are free to develop your own play style and tactics to destroy your enemies.

Why similar: Multiplayer 26.8%, MOBA 17.5% ★, Co-op 12.3%, Platformer 11.2%, 2D 10.5%

Astro Duel 2 is a sci-fi combat game combining top-down space dog fights with up-close platforming action. Whether versus or co-op, battle through space and on foot at the same time! Strike within the fully-destructible arenas or just nuke ‘em from orbit.

Why similar: Platformer 41.6%, Local Multiplayer 23.6%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Sci-fi 8%, Funny 7.4%

The adventure continues in Torchlight II! An Action RPG filled with epic battles, bountiful treasure, and a fully randomized world. Bring your friends along for the journey with online and LAN multiplayer.

Why similar: Co-op 37.4%, Multiplayer 32%, Online Co-Op 15.5%, Action 8.3%, Indie 4.5%