60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Arcade, Singleplayer, Action, Retro.
In this VIC-20 game from 1983, busy store detective Barney Bootlace must appease the shop manager by running around the shop floor dealing with various problems, from dealing with lost property and children, to apprehending shoplifters and even dealing with planted bombs!
Road Frog
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.
Hurley The Hyrax
Hurley The Hyrax is an arcade-style game inspired by early 1980s arcade classics. The devious Serval Squad has taken all your flowers! You must bring them all back to your cave to move on to the next level. Fight the servals with various power-ups and your...tongue...? How far can you make it?
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: Retro 27.4%, Arcade 18.2%, Top-Down 15.3%, 1980s 10.7%, Action 9.3%
Hurley The Hyrax is an arcade-style game inspired by early 1980s arcade classics. The devious Serval Squad has taken all your flowers! You must bring them all back to your cave to move on to the next level. Fight the servals with various power-ups and your...tongue...? How far can you make it?
Why similar: Retro 26.6%, Arcade 22.6%, Top-Down 15.7%, 1980s 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
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: Retro 26.7%, Arcade 21.1%, Top-Down 18.8%, Action 10.8%, Old School 7.8%
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 22.1%, 1980s 18.9%, Retro 16.4%, Action 15.1%, Old School 10.1%
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: Retro 21.5%, 1980s 19.2%, Arcade 18.5%, Old School 11.6%, Action 8.3%
A brand-new entry in the classic high-octane car chase action series, Route16, originally released in the 1980s. Take down the revived Kanharoo Gang with the evolved MAD X-R!
Why similar: Arcade 20.6%, Top-Down 17.9%, Retro 16.9%, 1980s 15.3%, Action 13.3%
Spark MK1 is a fast paced non-stop action game that will challenge your reflexes.
Why similar: Arcade 25.4%, Top-Down 20.8%, Retro 14.9%, Action 12%, 2D 9.4%
The timeless masterpiece that has taken the world by storm is here! Eating all Pac-Dots while dodging the ghosts!
Why similar: Retro 33.7%, Arcade 27.4%, Action 19.1%, 2D 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
Mega Kaiju Boom Ball is a giant monster-themed break-em-up developed with retro 8-bit constraints in mind. The game mixes the dynamics of breakout, pinball and legendary kaiju into a unique and action-packed 8-bit experience. Can you save the world from a kaiju invasion using just a ball and paddle?
Why similar: Retro 26.8%, 1980s 19.8%, Arcade 15.3%, Old School 10.6%, Top-Down 8.7%
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: Retro 25.6%, Arcade 23.5%, Top-Down 16.1%, Action 9.2%, 1980s 9%
A retro arcade shooter with one-bit graphics
Why similar: Retro 27.5%, Arcade 25.4%, 1980s 21.2%, Action 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
Become the Ocean’s Ultimate Dive Master
Why similar: Shop Keeper 61.6% ★, Simulation 22.2%, Arcade 14.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%
In this classic ZX Spectrum game from 1983, take on the role of the loyal Teddy, trying to leave the toybox to comfort a crying baby. But watch out! The other toys, scared that the baby being comforted will lead to mother turning out the lights, will try to stop you!
Why similar: Arcade 33.3%, Retro 28.7%, Action 12.3%, Old School 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
An 8-bit style vertical SHMUP (very loosely) based on the writings of H.P. Lovecraft.
Why similar: Arcade 26.7%, Retro 19%, Old School 15.4%, Action 13.8%, 1980s 12.4%
A game designed to introduce the fun of pinball. Whether you have never played pinball before or not, I hope you will enjoy playing it!
Why similar: Retro 25.8%, Top-Down 23.9%, Arcade 17.7%, Action 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
Storm's Harvest is a 2D retro-style arcade game where you play as a ghost harvesting as many pumpkins as you can before sunrise.
Why similar: Arcade 31.1%, Retro 20.2%, 1980s 13.9%, Action 11.5%, Top-Down 10.6%
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: Retro 33.9%, Arcade 20.4%, 1980s 13.3%, Action 10%, Old School 8.1%
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: Retro 33.4%, Arcade 20.1%, 1980s 13.1%, Action 9.4%, Old School 8%
A fast-paced, Egyptian-themed jousting tournament recalls 1980's classic arcade action. Glypha is a rewrite of the classic shareware game from the early B&W Macintosh days. Smoother, faster, and harder than you remember.
Why similar: Retro 35.3%, Arcade 19.9%, 1980s 16.9%, Action 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%
"Can you survive the rush at a K-Ramyeon shop?" Become a part-timer in a Ramyeon Store kitchen. Cook perfect bowls, manage multiple pots, and maximize your earnings to unlock different endings. Move fast—your total revenue determines your fate!
Why similar: Shop Keeper 57.4% ★, Simulation 22.1%, Arcade 19.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
A 2-D, top-down, line-drawing, sci-fi, action-strategy game, Vertex demands your attention while challenging your reflexes. Whether you're travelling on new or existing orthogonal lines, your goal is simple: capture a percentage of the total screen area while avoiding enemy droids!
Why similar: Arcade 21.9%, Action 15.1%, Retro 15%, 1980s 15%, Top-Down 14.5%
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: Retro 34.3%, Arcade 22.3%, 1980s 12.6%, Action 9.7%, Old School 7.6%
Take control of your machine, MAD X, and reclaim the stolen money! The classic car chase action game returns to thrill gamers again on modern platforms.
Why similar: 1980s 24.1%, Retro 21.7%, Arcade 18.8%, Top-Down 15%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
Cause chaos from the sky and profit underground. Drop poop on pedestrians to send them rushing to Bob's laundromat. Collect coins, upgrade machines, unlock explosive abilities, and build a bizarre laundry empire one splat at a time.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 51.5% ★, Arcade 14%, Retro 12%, Simulation 7.1%, 2D 5.7%
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: Retro 33.8%, Arcade 21.9%, 1980s 11.8%, Action 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 9%
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 22%, 1980s 19.1%, Retro 16.8%, Old School 15.4%, Action 14.2%
1982 is a FREE retro inspired blasta-thon that will test your gaming skills to the max.
Why similar: Retro 33.9%, Arcade 22.3%, 1980s 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Action 9.1%
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: Retro 34.3%, Arcade 20.7%, 1980s 12.6%, Action 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
Hardcore retro snake game with 80 high-difficulty levels. Features escalating speed, shrinking space, and an algorithm that reacts to player mistakes. Includes a classic high-score mode and customizable 2000s-style phone shells with authentic monochromatic LCD aesthetics.
Why similar: Retro 26.8%, Arcade 22.4%, Simulation 14.9%, Action 9.9%, Top-Down 9.8%
The once peaceful Kingdom of Gorudo is threatened by an evil presence. The only hope for salvation is Cyrus!
Why similar: Retro 31.7%, Arcade 29.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Old School 9.6%, Action 9.3%
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 24.8%, Retro 18.8%, 1980s 17.1%, Action 10.9%, Old School 10.9%
Pure arcade survival! Guide an unstoppable Neo snake through 50+ devious stages. Eat, shoot, and chase the hi-score in this synthwave-fueled tribute to the 80's.
Why similar: Retro 30.4%, Arcade 24.5%, 1980s 21.2%, Action 16.6%, 2D 6.4%
In this cartoony arcade game, released in 1984 for home microcomputers, take on the role of the titular Pedro, a frustrated gardener trying desperately to protect his precious flower garden from invading animals.
Why similar: Retro 34%, Arcade 22%, 1980s 14.9%, Action 12.1%, Old School 8.7%
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 26%, Retro 21.3%, Action 19%, Old School 13.1%, 2D 10.1%
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: Retro 36.9%, Arcade 31.7%, Action 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Welcome to Kokoro No Kimono! Step into the gentle rhythm of Japan, where every fold tells a story. Create exquisite kimonos for your guests, master the art of tying Obi belts, and lose yourself in the quiet charm of an authentic kimono shop.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 59.7% ★, Simulation 22.3%, 2D 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, Action 4.4%
The arcade classic returns with the trilogy finale. Blast through 50 new levels to wipe out The Evil Snarfers for good. Use classic power-ups and the new Multi-Shot Laser Paddle to save Earth—and unlock the final ending cutscenes.
Why similar: Retro 25.3%, 1980s 20.4%, Arcade 20.2%, Old School 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
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: Retro 30.8%, Arcade 16.5%, Top-Down 13.1%, 1980s 10.7%, Action 8.4%
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 28.2%, Retro 21.2%, Action 18.1%, Old School 12.5%, 2D 9.6%
Take on the role of toddler terror Jack in his quest to become as naughty as possible! Toddle throughout the town, bringing your own brand of baby bedlam. Jump on things, grab and use a wide variety of items, all in a bid to become the biggest nuisance you can. Originally published in 1986.
Why similar: Retro 34.7%, Arcade 22.3%, 1980s 11.4%, Action 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
In this simple riff on an 8-bit home computer classic, originally released in 1984, take on the role of Cuthbert in his debut appearance, swinging through the jungle collecting treasure.
Why similar: Retro 31.5%, Arcade 19.2%, Nostalgia 12.1% ★, 1980s 10.8%, Action 8.9%
Walk as many numbers as there are written in the direction you are trying to go. This is a whole new puzzle game based on a very simple idea! Can you achieve 100% and get a donut from King Donut?
Why similar: Arcade 21%, Action 15.3%, Top-Down 14.3%, Retro 13.4%, 1980s 12.4%
Rude aliens have arrived to sample Earth's legendary all-you-can-eat buffet, and they're sending a smorgasboarding party down to YOUR dining room. Can you assemble and deliver their plates of food before the aliens wreck the restaurant?
Why similar: Retro 28.8%, Arcade 20.3%, Top-Down 12.4%, 1980s 10.7%, Action 8.4%
Run, jump, and climb your way through 20 unique levels and disarm all bombs before time runs out.
Why similar: Retro 34.2%, Arcade 22.3%, 1980s 19.7%, Action 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
A modern game inspired by many popular 1980s arcade games that depicts a student locked inside of a school. You will need to trade for and collect corn to escape. You will also need to run away from Dr. Small and the teachers
Why similar: Arcade 19.1%, Retro 14.8%, 1980s 14.5%, Action 14.2%, Top-Down 14%
2.5D Top-Down retro action with deckbuilding and 100+ arcade mini-games. The feature of Coin-Op VICE is the variety of short mini-games that provide different weapons and enhance the hero's characteristics.
Why similar: Retro 22.9%, 1980s 17.8%, Nostalgia 17.5% ★, Top-Down 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 7%
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: Retro 25.2%, 1980s 23.8%, Arcade 17.5%, Top-Down 10.2%, Action 9.9%
A deadly virus is decimating the world's population and you are the only one who can stop this threat. Run around the scene collecting the necessary ingredients to produce the vaccine, after that, eliminate the virus and save the population, can you do it?
Why similar: Retro 25.6%, 1980s 18.7%, Top-Down 14.4%, Old School 13.6%, Arcade 13.5%
A knight exiled from his kingdom must find the holy grail if he is to return.
Why similar: Retro 29.3%, Top-Down 17.4%, Arcade 17.3%, Action 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
If Twin Breaker was a brick breaker about space, Tri Breaker is a brick breaker on steroids, and this go-around, it’s all about time. Explore 40 stages spread across periods of galactic history, and obliterate the brick-breaking formula.
Why similar: Arcade 28.4%, Retro 19.8%, 1980s 17.3%, Action 14.2%, 2D 10.5%
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 24.7%, Action 16.4%, 1980s 16.3%, Retro 16.2%, Old School 10%
In this cartooney club-em-up, released in 1984 for home microcomputers by Imagine, take on the role of the titular B.C. Bill, a true paragon of prehistoric sensibilities, solving all his many issues with his versatile wooden club.
Why similar: Retro 33.1%, Arcade 21.6%, 1980s 12.4%, Action 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8%
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 23.6%, Retro 17%, Action 16.1%, Top-Down 15.6%, Old School 10%
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: Retro 38.1%, Arcade 31.1%, Action 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Singleplayer 1.5%
Few against many... Fight with a handful of Spartans to save Greece. Destroy hordes of enemies until the fight with creatures sent by the Gods. Lots of action for everyone!
Why similar: Arcade 18.7%, 1980s 17.5%, Top-Down 17.3%, Retro 15.8%, Action 8.6%
An arcade classic returns with a full-on sequel to the original brick-breaker. Play as Blippy and defend Earth from The Little Snarfers across 40+ challenging levels. Earn brand-new ending cutscenes if you can beat the game!
Why similar: Retro 19.7%, 1980s 19.3%, Arcade 17.6%, Old School 12.8%, Simulation 7.9%
Run a clothing shop in a small town, stock outfits and accessories, set prices, decorate your space, participate in fashion shows, and grow your reputation as you turn an empty storefront into a thriving boutique.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 52% ★, Simulation 18%, Top-Down 11.4%, Retro 7.9%, 2D 5.5%
The Toxic Snavenger rides again in classic arcade snake action. Snarf up those toxic treats and used sneakers, while avoiding obnoxious health food. Beware the wormhole; the shortest path isn't always the safest, and it isn't always a straight line.
Why similar: Retro 31.2%, Arcade 26.5%, 1980s 24.4%, Action 8.3%, 2D 7.8%
Build, manage, and design your own casino empire from the ground up. Turn the city's junk into profit in this detailed management simulation, rising from rags to riches. Set up Blackjack tables and slots, hire staff, and furnish your venue with luxurious decor to become the ultimate boss.
Why similar: Shop Keeper 69.9% ★, Simulation 16.1%, 1980s 13.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%
If you like Breakout / Arkanoid style games, this game is for you.
Why similar: Retro 34.8%, Arcade 27.8%, Old School 18.6%, Action 9.4%, 2D 7.5%
