- #1 Exocomets
97% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Matthew Giordano
Windows · Mac · Linux
Exocomets is a basic yet difficult action game where you try to survive as long as possible against incoming waves of comets. One hit, and your ship is dead. Survive for as long as possible by collecting powerups and stars to beat every level!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #2 Prison Bomber
96% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: Sai Attack
Windows
Prison Bomber is an oldschool arcade shooter, based on classic 2d action games. Your main goal is to rescue your ally from enemies prison. Fight your way through the mass of enemies and beat the high-score.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #3 Encounter of Galaxies
96% match4 user reviews0% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Obi-Wanya
Windows
Encounter of Galaxies is a vertical scrolling shooter with an open world and elements of trade.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #4 Malazard: Magic Defense
95% matchPositive80% of 25 reviews2016
Dev: Invictus Games Ltd.
Windows
Unleash the magic inside you!Purify the demonic legion with a set of powerful abilities.The collapsing world relies upon you, experience what it means to control all Magic!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #5 R-COIL
94% matchMixed67% of 46 reviews2018
Dev: Vector HatPub: Thalamus Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
R-COIL is a multi-directional shooter with a unique single button control scheme. Use the stick to aim and a single button to fire and thrust. Tap to fire. Hold to thrust. Yeah, it's hard.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #6 Cubiques 2
94% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2018
Dev: Dilmer ValecillosPub: Dilmer Games
Windows · Mac
Cubiques 2 is the sequel of our acclaimed indie game "Cubiques". In this new sequel multiple cubes invade this simplistic but very challenging world. Every movement must be well thought out since each movement can affect multiple cubes in the environment.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #7 Lots of Balls
93% matchPositive82% of 34 reviews2018
Dev: Paddle Team
Windows
Lots of Balls is a not-so-new game from our brand-not-so-new team based on a... not so brand new concept, BUT with a lot of brand new twists!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #8 Deadly Blue
92% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: Breading Games
Windows
Deadly blue is a journey through the world full of dangers, where you will fight against the evil creatures, overcome different obstacles on the way to your beloved.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #9 Space Robot Samurai Zombie Slayer
91% matchMixed65% of 23 reviews2015
Dev: Brandon Brizzi
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 32%
We are not alone in the universe, its filled with Zombies! To combat them mankind invented their most efficient weapon yet: the Space Robot Samurai Zombie Slayer. ONLY YOU can pilot the powerful Space Robot Samurai Zombie Slayer to fight the Space Zombie horde!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #10 Alchemist Penguin
91% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2016
Dev: Foot in the Box, LLC
Windows
Take control of the Alchemist Penguin in the relentless battle against his dinosaur aggressors! Face off against a never-ending army of dinosaurs under increasing difficulty--and utilize a huge variety of weapons, potions, and techniques to aid you in your fight.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #11 Maddening Euphoria
90% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2017
Dev: Chequered Ink Ltd.
Windows
A unique, challenging, unnecessarily colourful arcade game with randomly generated circular level design and a wall of death.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #12 Circuitous ®
89% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2019
Dev: The Owl ProphecyPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
Circuitous ® is an addictive, ludicrous-speed arcade-style puzzler. Avoid rotating barriers as you attempt to navigate to the center.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #13 MC Lars: The Video Game
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2016
Dev: Synersteel Studio, LLC
Windows · Mac
Jump, fight, and fly your way through a dozen songs from MC Lars’ discography!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #14 The Nothing
88% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2017
Dev: DDD Wares
Windows
The Nothing is a surreal and atmospheric action game with a new aesthetic, procedurally generated elements and perma-death - Designed for multiple short "runs", with endings based on the route you've chosen and the actions you've taken.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #15 Sphera Turris
87% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Mark WiedmannPub: Bugslayer Games
Windows
Sphera Turris is a timed rotating platformer where you guide a ball past an array of increasingly difficult obstacles to the top of a tower.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #16 Paladin
86% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: Pumpkin Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are earth's last hero - defend civilization from annihilation.Protect the cities, destroy the aliens and upgrade your fighter. Drive back the vile invading scum and save mankind in this frantic twin-stick shooter!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #17 XENOCAVE
78% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #18 Snakes on an Extradimensional Plane
86% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2016
Dev: Team Neon SnakesPub: Fox Buchele
Windows
Abstract HTC Vive game where you help adventurous space mice with tiny little jetpack escape the glowing snakes! Collect powerups for points and compete on the leaderboards!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #19 Space Slam
85% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: ;)Pub: Quickdraw Studios
Windows
In SPACE SLAM there is only one way to mine: ramming planets at full speed with your spacecraft. View the action in VR with your HTC Vive or in flat mode!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #20 BeeBeeQ
76% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #21 Red Barton and The Sky Pirates
84% matchNegative17% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Schism WorldwidePub: 11000AD
Windows
Red Barton and the Sky Pirates is an exciting 3rd person arcade combat flight shooter reminiscent of games like Star Fox back on the classic N64 and the legendary “After Burner” arcade.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #22 Run Jump Die Repeat
84% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: LongArm Interactive
Windows
Run Jump Die Repeat is a single button platformer game. Press SPACE to run, bounce, jump, climb, and kill as you attempt to save the Cracker Princess and escape the evil Cron Rebels home planet.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #23 Don't Get Hit In The Face
82% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: DracoSoftware, LLC
Windows
Don't Get Hit In The face is a movement-based active virtual reality game. Do whatever you need to do... duck, weave, dodge and crawl... just don't get hit in the face!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #24 Battle Trendaria
83% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: megaeggz
Windows
Shapeshifting Local Multiplayer upto 4 players Third person shooter
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #25 Z.W!
82% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: S. Khasanov
Windows
Full ahead! Kill'em all! Fight as long as possible!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #26 Booty Diver
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Xavier Orion Games
Windows
Take a dive into the perilous depths of the ocean as you seek sunken treasure while battling creatures who guard their treasure as you manage your precious air supply.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #27 Longshot Universe
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Longshot Studios LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Longshot Universe is an intense action arena shooter where you pilot a variety of space ships to dogfight and shoot down the enemy before they shoot you down.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #28 MC Lars 2: Brotherhood
80% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2017
Dev: Synersteel Studio, LLC
Windows · Mac
MC Lars, MC Frontalot, Mega Ran, YTCracker and Schaffer the Darklord save music! Join them in over a dozen songs as you fight, jump, and fly your way through the beat.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #29 S.T.R.E.T.C.H.
79% matchMixed40% of 40 reviews2018
Dev: ARGamesPub: Metal Fox
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 13%
S.T.R.E.T.C.H. - addictive top down flight shooter. Hardcore and simplicity of this game drags into it.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #30 GunFu Heroes
77% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: TheFifthWaffle
Windows
GunFu Heroes is a quick-paced, 2-4 local multiplayer party game where your goal is to be the last one standing. A variety of weapons introduce different styles of play while various fighters and maps keep the game feeling fresh.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #31 Shoot'n'Scroll 3D
77% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: PlayMobileFreePub: Dikobraz Games
Windows
Helicopter arcade game. Shoot'em-up action with plenty of adventures and adrenaline.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #32 Aeve:Zero Gravity
79% matchMostly Negative24% of 146 reviews2018
Dev: DIG Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6 minMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 23%
"Aeve:Zero Gravity" is an arcade space shooter about battles in open space. In a classic mode "Shoot'em'all"
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #33 Battlemage Training
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: Mikael Mattsson
Windows
In Battlemage Training you are an aspiring Battlemage. Practice swinging your war wand with speed and precision.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #34 Ice Demon
71% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Bob HoodPub: Suits & Sandals
Windows
How long can you survive? In this arcade-style game, employ hand to hand combat and freeze your enemies to get as many kills as possible before you are defeated.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #35 The Executioner: Prologue
66% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #36 Hyper Void
76% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2017
Dev: IN|Framez Technology Corp.
Windows
Punch your way through waves of enemies and bosses as you travel through volatile and crazy wormholes, all rendered in high-quality 3D with a heart-pumping progressive soundtrack in 29+ challenging levels!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #37 Contact : Last Defence
74% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: ODIAK Games
Windows
Contact : Last Defence is a VR space action shooter. Complete missions, protect your planet and upgrade your ship. When you are done defending, take the fight to the invaders in Arcade mode and compete for a top spot on the online leaderboard!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #38 Last Shark Standing
71% matchPositive94% of 48 reviews2019
Dev: Shark Fin Games
Windows
Last Shark Standing is a couch-play party game where you use your superior fishing skills to throw your friends out of the arena.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #39 Chambered
75% matchPositive82% of 49 reviews2017
Dev: SegFault Games
Windows
Chambered is a single-player, story-based VR shooting game with an emphasis on weapon progression. Featuring trackpad locomotion, 13 guns, and 140+ weapon mods, Chambered is sure to keep you playing for hours.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #40 JumpStream
74% matchMixed64% of 22 reviews2018
Dev: Digital Continue
Windows
JumpStream is a competitive platformer built in real-time by an audience, using Mixer Interactive! The goal is to work with your audience to construct an emergent path to complete challenges in the fastest possible time.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #41 Space electrician
72% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: High and WidePub: Bitclock Studio
Windows
Space electrician is a classic falcon in a space setting
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #42 ARIS
63% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #43 Going Astray
73% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2017
Dev: Slayers' Stronghold Studios
Windows · Mac
Dodge and run your way through a failing ship as you flee for your life. The Syndicate's taking fire and the crew have fled. As you prepare your escape the security system detects intruders on board. As you dawn your suit and race down the halls make sure you align yourself with the gates and match the colors or you could fall victim to...
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #44 HVRGUN
56% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #45 GALAXY MONSTER
70% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Small GamesPub: GLD Games
Windows
The action takes place in the alternative reality. Among far stars, heroes fight monsters on arenas. This fight is eternal.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #46 IS -Infinite Stratos- Versus Colors
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2019
Dev: PROJECT YNP
Windows
High-speed 3D action battler! Control the world's strongest powered exoskeleton in Infinite Stratos and aim for the top! Manipulate the varios IS! Master an array of equipment!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #47 UTLL
73% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Hzq Games
Windows
Tactical - Hardcore and Realistic Shooter. UTLL. Conflict broke out in the military unit. UTLL was split into two after the conflict. UTLL, UT and LL are now. Was that a betrayal ? Whose side are you on ? Host game or join game and capture the bombs !
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #48 Epsilon Jump Prime
72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Energize Labs Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Epsilon Jump is a retro, Geometry Wars-inspired arcade game based on a unique warping mechanic where you warp through enemies to destroy them, chaining warps together to get a high score.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #49 Hooklings
68% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: Pasculator
Windows
Hook, pull, jump and do combos to clear 100 screens of enemies, alone or with your friends in this platformer inspired by arcade classics from the 80s.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #50 Bowman VS Zombies
70% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: Antoine Hésèque
Windows
Grab your bow, nock your arrows, and fight to survive against waves of nasty zombies, gruesome monsters, and epic bosses who follow the orders of your worst enemy in Bowman VS Zombies!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #51 Vector Born
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Burning Nebula Studios
Windows
Vector Born is an arcade bullet-hell style game. Blast through waves of unique enemies. Collect powerful upgrades. Destroy everything that stands in your way. Local coop. Controller Support. 4 Levels. Several playable ships. Weapon upgrades. Settings control. Much more to come!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #52 Nebula
73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2016
Dev: Szekretar
Windows
Nebula is an action platformer with a high emphasis on using everything at your disposal to succeed, such as the gravity gun. The game takes place on an abandoned space station where you need to survive the deadly traps, defeat your enemies and solve physics based puzzles.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #53 Terra Tanks: Defenders of the Earth
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Moss Piglet Games
Windows
A cloud hopping, alien blasting arcade experience that draws elements from classic shoot 'em ups and other iconic games of the 80's arcade era. Assume command of one of the five legendary Terra Tanks to defend the earth!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #54 Pencil vs. Eraser
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2019
Dev: Quinn PurdyPub: Bellringer Studios
Windows · Mac
In Pencil vs. Eraser you play as an eraser that fights off evil pencil doodles. Erase the doodles using a variety of weapons to earn money used to upgrade your eraser. Pencil vs. Eraser has an infinite number of levels filled with behaviourally-unique enemies that are hand-drawn to life during gameplay.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #55 Brimstone
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Asunder Studios
Windows
Take control of a sinner to enter a trial to prove you are worthy to fight the mythic Brimstone. Travel through 3 different zones and kill each zones boss to gain the power of the demons. Fight and fight again until you have the power to kill the Brimstone.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #56 History Warriors
66% match7 user reviews14% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: Clipstories, Inc.
Windows
Eight historic figures, together for the first time, combined in an exciting 2D Fighter.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #57 No Stick Shooter
68% matchPositive83% of 36 reviews2017
Dev: Happy Robot Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Happy Robot presents a fresh take on the classic retro-arcade shooters we all know and love. Featuring 30 levels of non-stop mayhem, a huge variety of enemies, strategic weaponry, and a unique control scheme, No Stick Shooter is packed full of explosive fun!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #58 Impossibox
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Deadly Serious Media
Windows
In Impossibox work your way through 50, sometimes seemingly impossible, levels and show the world what you are made of! Collect the coins to clear the levels. Impossibox has everything a tough platformer needs to challenge your skill.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%