- #1 Orbital Gear
97% matchVery Positive83% of 1,802 reviews2014
Dev: Night Node
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Orbital Gear is a fast paced sidescroller shooter where you utilize the gravitation of celestial objects to give you momentum through space. Arm your Mech with two of the twelve different weapons and destroy your enemies.
Why similar: Mechs 43% ★, Arena Shooter 15.2%, Multiplayer 11%, Shooter 8.5%, Side Scroller 8.1%
- #2 Blaster Shooter GunGuy!
96% matchMixed44% of 410 reviews2015
Dev: Adam DeLease
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Blaster Shooter GunGuy is a 2D action rage platformer. Similar in nature to games such as IWBTG. But also inspired by Mega Man and Mega Man X.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.4%, Shooter 21%, Platformer 20.1%, Horror 16.3%, Action 6.9%
- #3 Cube Gothic
96% matchMixed61% of 51 reviews2020
Dev: Arkhouse TelegraphPub: Arkhouse Telegnosis
Windows
Cube Gothic is a Story-driven Shoot 'em up Adventure. Shooting enemies and dodging projectiles while solving simple puzzles and trying to comprehend the surreal plot - these are the challenges you'll be facing in Cube Gothic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Horror 12.2%
- #4 Droid Assault
95% matchVery Positive83% of 374 reviews2013
Dev: Puppygames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Play Droid Assault and experience running blaster battles with hordes of rampaging killer robots! Discover a unique tactical arcade shooter, with the fun addictive gameplay of 8-bit classics. You'll need your wits and the help of your acquired droid squad to stay alive in this fast-paced retro actionfest.
Why similar: Robots 35%, Shooter 26%, Action 22.8%, Indie 16.2%
- #5 Holodrive
93% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,233 reviews2021
Dev: BitCake StudioPub: Versus Evil
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A fast-paced multiplayer shooter where you customize your robot, zoom around with a jetpack, and battle with various weapons. Master the arenas, surprise your enemies, and enjoy the nonstop action!
Why similar: Multiplayer 30.5%, Shooter 28.5%, Platformer 19.1%, Action 11.4%, Indie 10.5%
- #6 REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
94% matchVery Positive90% of 398 reviews2014
Dev: Cross EagletPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Mechs 18.2% ★, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Robots 10.8%, Side Scroller 10.1%
- #7 Gearbits
91% matchVery Positive96% of 432 reviews2023
Dev: Quackpond Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fast-paced mecha themed third person shooter.
Why similar: Mechs 54% ★, Robots 28.2%, Shooter 9.1%, Action 6.6%, Indie 2.1%
- #8 Guns of Fury
91% matchVery Positive88% of 848 reviews2025
Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!
Why similar: Mechs 22.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Shooter 13.6%, Platformer 13.1%, Side Scroller 10.9%
- #9 Deadswitch Combat
90% matchVery Positive86% of 351 reviews2025
Dev: Wilkin Games
Windows
DEADSWITCH COMBAT is a fast-paced 2D multiplayer shooter. Experience action-packed combat with hundreds of weapons, vehicle combat, and plenty of team-based game modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Shooter 16.2%, Multiplayer 14.2%, Strategy 10.4%
- #10 Escape Machines
92% matchMixed41% of 687 reviews2015
Dev: Mint Age StudiosPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Escape Machines is an addictive Science Fiction single/multi-player/co-op adventure shooter in the near future! Artificial intellect and robots fight against their creators. You must take control of the robots and save people.
Why similar: Robots 37.7%, Strategy 24.9%, Action 14.3%, Adventure 12.2%, Indie 10.9%
- #11 Angel's Gear
89% matchMostly Positive74% of 257 reviews2023
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Angel's Gear is a challenging horror-flavored Metroidvania set in a world tainted by a mechanical disease.
Why similar: Mechs 41.7% ★, Side Scroller 17.8%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, Horror 10.7%
- #12 Deadswitch 3
88% matchMostly Positive74% of 2,457 reviews2021
Dev: Wilkin Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Deadswitch 3 is a fast-paced 2D multiplayer shooter. Experience action-packed combat with hundreds of weapons and multiple solo and team-based game modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Zombies 18.3%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Shooter 14.1%, War 13.1%
- #13 Deadlings: Rotten Edition
87% matchVery Positive84% of 271 reviews2014
Dev: ONE MORE LEVEL
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Arcade side-scroller with strategy elements! Four different types of zombie minions with unique abilities! 70 levels of pure zombie gore fun! Additional game mode - Nightmare - only for the hardcore gamers!
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35.4%, Zombies 30.8%, Action 12.2%, Adventure 11.9%, Indie 9.6%
- #14 Rigid Force Alpha
86% matchMostly Positive80% of 133 reviews2018
Dev: com8com1 Software
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Classic shoot’em up action in modern 3D! Blast off to take down hordes of infected aliens and dreadful machines programmed on waging an intergalactic war against mankind!
Why similar: Mechs 27.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Robots 15.6%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Bullet Hell 12.2%
- #15 Cortex Command
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 6,051 reviews2012
Dev: Data RealmsPub: Data Realms, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Choose between different factions, with their own set of expendable soldiers, mechas, and weapons. Protect your brain, mine gold, and destroy the enemy cortex in his bunker complex!
Why similar: Strategy 85.9%, Action 4.6%, Indie 4.1%, Platformer 2.8%, Multiplayer 2.7%
- #16 Vzerthos: The Heir of Thunder
85% matchMostly Positive73% of 110 reviews2017
Dev: DarkDes Labs
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Vzerthos is a 2D isometric old-school techno-fantasy styled Top-Down Shooter. Player's arsenal includes skills of the Thunder God's heir and three types of guns - use them to slice and dice, burn and blow up your enemies!
Why similar: Zombies 39.1%, Arena Shooter 27%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Adventure 7.1%, Action 6.9%
- #17 Planet R-12
84% matchVery Positive84% of 285 reviews2016
Dev: Timushev Vladimir
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
"Planet R-12" is a 2D tactical shooter. Your squad of persistent soldiers accidently landed on a planet of robots, populated by hostile mechanisms and war machines. Each step on a planet is full of dangers and soldiers really need your skills and abilities.
Why similar: Indie 51.4%, Strategy 22.2%, Action 13.3%, Adventure 13.1%
- #18 Gun Crazy
83% matchMostly Positive71% of 150 reviews2019
Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Gun Crazy is a fast paced and hectic arcade style action shoot em’ up sporting old school pixel art and a retro sound track.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Robots 17.8%, Platformer 15.9%, Shooter 14.6%, Side Scroller 12%
- #19 Robot Warriors
84% matchMostly Negative39% of 82 reviews2019
Dev: Sabrina Aridi
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 45%
Slash and shoot everyone in your way in this hack and slash game. Kill a lot of enemies and find a way to the exit to complete missions.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 37.5%, Robots 26%, Action-Adventure 14%, Strategy 10.7%, Action 4.9%
- #20 ONRAID
82% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,779 reviews2017
Dev: Pragmatix Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 42%
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 27.8%, Shooter 23.4%, Strategy 14%, Action 12.2%, Platformer 11.5%
- #21 Turbo Shot
82% matchMixed64% of 50 reviews2022
Dev: Wizard Games Inc
Windows
Turbo Shot combines a puzzle-filled top-down adventure with exciting gun-based combat that plays out in regular seasons of free-to-play single player and PvP content.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 26.3%, Robots 21.5%, Shooter 15.2%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Puzzle 9.3%
- #22 High Entropy: Challenges
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,264 reviews2020
Dev: Álvaro García (binarynonsense)
Windows
Use computers (via GUIs or the command line), unlock doors, crawl through vents, fight enemies head on or find other ways to neutralize or avoid them...
Why similar: Robots 38.1%, Action-Adventure 13.5%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 11.9%, Multiplayer 7.2%
- #23 HordeCore
79% matchMixed65% of 152 reviews2022
Dev: Digitality GamesPub: META Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
HordeCore is a kick-ass side-scrolling shooter set in a post-apocalyptic world. Play alone, or as a team - and destroy, survive, craft, and explore!
Why similar: Side Scroller 48.4%, Action-Adventure 37.8%, Indie 13.8%
- #24 B.A.D Battle Armor Division
81% matchMixed50% of 62 reviews2015
Dev: Crian Soft
Windows
B.A.D is an intense and enjoyable Shoote'em up game that captures the feeling of controlling a mass-produced humanoid robot (Battle Armor) piloted by a single soldier while keeping the realistic fast-paced action in a dramatic large scale conflict, from various Factions of Earth and Mars.
Why similar: Mechs 35.4% ★, Robots 20.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Shooter 9.2%, Platformer 9%
- #25 Mind Unleashed
81% matchMixed62% of 50 reviews2016
Dev: Frost Earth StudioPub: IV Productions
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Mind Unleashed is a first person Sci Fi shooter game specifically designed for Virtual Reality. You are a robot that is trying hard to survive in a secret military base, inside a rocky mountain. Rocks and futuristic stuff will surround you in this epic challenge where you'll need to survive as long as possible, fighting hordes of robotic...
Why similar: Action 55.4%, Indie 44.6%
- #26 Super Cyborg
79% matchVery Positive86% of 831 reviews2015
Dev: Artur Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Super Cyborg is an old school non-stop hardcore run'n'gun action game! You are an elite battle cyborg who is sent in to investigate a series of anomalies on a mysterious island. The merciless alien known as the 'Xirxul life form' has been awakened by unwitting scientists and now: all humanity is in danger!
Why similar: Shooter 25.3%, Platformer 23%, Side Scroller 20.2%, Action 18.8%, Indie 12.8%
- #27 Gundroid
74% matchVery Positive96% of 57 reviews2025
Dev: Kitogoru Games
Windows
Protect the Earth from an alien invasion in this Run N’ Gun action spectacle. Take control of G.U.N.N.R. and battle your way through a blast from the pixelated past.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Side Scroller 22.2%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Shooter 12.8%, Action 8.6%
- #28 Cybarian: The Time Travelling Warrior
78% matchMixed60% of 443 reviews2018
Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.
Why similar: Platformer 25.9%, Side Scroller 22.8%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Action 12.4%, Adventure 11.9%
- #29 Cats, Guns & Robots Prologue
74% matchVery Positive87% of 95 reviews2024
Dev: Mio Games
Windows
Step into an exciting journey in Cats Guns & Robots, a rogue-like action game where you are the last hope for the world. In this outlaw-like action game, surviving enemy attacks in each room will require careful choices of upgrading your character abilities and features of weapons in your inventory.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 44.4%, Bullet Hell 30.8%, Shooter 17%, Action 7.8%
- #30 Protonwar
77% matchVery Positive82% of 113 reviews2018
Dev: Outer Planet Studios
Windows
VR, Multiplayer focused, Fast paced FPS with an emphasis on quick and flowing movement. Featuring DM, TDM , CTF, Domination, Bots to practice against, and a Horde mode for single player or co-op. Room Scale VR with HTC Vive and Oculus Touch. Also included, Non-VR and Seated VR!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 40.5%, Shooter 24.2%, Multiplayer 14.3%, Action 9.8%, Indie 7.4%
- #31 Survivor
76% matchMixed55% of 223 reviews2021
Dev: kolacape
Windows
Get ready for an intense survival battle against an ever-growing horde of zombies. Play solo or co-op with friends, test your shooting skills and luck in this relentless combat and see how long you can stay alive.
Why similar: Zombies 26.6%, Robots 19.6%, Arena Shooter 17.5%, Shooter 10.1%, Multiplayer 8.7%
- #32 Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax
77% matchVery Positive94% of 232 reviews2015
Dev: Dreamloop Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax is a fast-paced couch co-op action shooter with SHMUP/Brawler gameplay and RPG elements. Choose your mechs, weapons & upgrades then soar through space, defeat evil & save the future... from itself!
Why similar: Mechs 32.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Robots 12.3%, Bullet Hell 11.4%, Side Scroller 11.2%
- #33 AngerForce: Reloaded
76% matchVery Positive91% of 382 reviews2017
Dev: Screambox Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
AngerForce: Reloaded is an action-packed vertically scrolling shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades. This high octane experience is set against the backdrop of a 19th century human world that has seen the outbreak of a robot rebellion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41%, Bullet Hell 31.8%, Shooter 27.2%
- #34 World Of Robots
75% matchMixed59% of 350 reviews2022
Dev: Super Games Studio
Windows
World of Robots is the tactical online shooter with simple controls
Why similar: Mechs 40% ★, Robots 24.5%, Arena Shooter 18.8%, Shooter 10.8%, Action 4.5%
- #35 Hexodius
78% matchMixed64% of 53 reviews2013
Dev: Brain Slap StudioPub: BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%
EXPLORE-EQUIP-ESCAPE!With its potent blend of twin-stick shooting, exploration and customization, HEXODIUS invites players to explore the vast complex, equip their drone with powerful items and upgrades, and ultimately escape the clutches of the deadly enemy droids in a blaze of laser fire!
Why similar: Action 57%, Indie 43%
- #36 Rogue Stormers
75% matchMixed69% of 987 reviews2016
Dev: Black Forest GamesPub: HandyGames
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
An action packed platform shooter mashed-up with roguelike and RPG elements, crazy 3D graphics and co-op multiplayer for one to 4 players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Robots 21.1%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Shooter 15.2%, Platformer 14%
- #37 Interstellar Sentinel
71% matchVery Positive98% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: Uplifting Goat LLC.
Windows
ADHD core loop weapon system will keep you on your toes in this thrilling sci-fi fantasy shmup / shoot'em up with epic boss battles and a vast arsenal of futuristic weapons! Battle legions of demonic entities, restore the cosmic balance, and save the universe! Experience FLOW STATE gaming!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Bullet Hell 22%, Shooter 16.3%, Action 7.4%
- #38 Gigantes Ex Machina
68% matchVery Positive85% of 248 reviews2025
Dev: AcrylByte
Windows
Fast paced Top-down shooter! Smartly use IRCM to evade the constant barrage of bullets and missiles and destroy everything that stands in your way.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.1%, Mechs 17.6% ★, Action 15.1%, Indie 10.9%, Robots 3.6%
- #39 Planet Cube: Edge
70% matchVery Positive87% of 148 reviews2023
Dev: Sunna EntertainmentPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Planet Cube is being invaded! Prepare to run, gun, jump and dash your way through an underwater science complex, collecting fire-power to turn the tables on a mysterious aggressor. This is high-speed adventuring set in a hand-crafted pixel art world, filled with precision platforming and thrills.
Why similar: Robots 23.4%, Side Scroller 22.5%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Shooter 16.3%, Platformer 15%
- #40 Agent Murphy
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: xprojectPub: KazakovStudios
Windows
Agent Murphy: Hardcore pixel platformer shooter with unlimited pistol, MP5, shotgun, and grenades. Navigate 20 levels, battle random enemies, and face epic bosses with a clockwork soundtrack.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Side Scroller 22.4%, Platformer 17%, Strategy 12.5%, Action 6.8%
- #41 Shadowgrounds
73% matchVery Positive81% of 1,601 reviews2006
Dev: Frozenbyte
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Shadowgrounds breathes fresh air into the action genre with explosive combat sequences, an innovative weapon upgrade system, and an intriguing storyline. The adrenaline-pumping, top-down gameplay and audiovisual fireworks set the scene for this new action experience which also includes single computer (split keyboard or joystick) co-op...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Shooter 24.4%, Horror 18.6%, Action 10.9%, Adventure 7.6%
- #42 HARDCORE MECHA
71% matchVery Positive83% of 2,669 reviews2019
Dev: RocketPunch Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
HARDCORE MECHA is a 2D platformer action focusing on a better handling. The Campaign mode offers rich gameplay and seamless in-game cut-scenes for an immersive experience. Choose your favorite mecha, experience the fast-paced hardcore competitive battle of steel in Multiplayer!
Why similar: Mechs 53.9% ★, Shooter 12%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Platformer 10.3%, Action 7.7%
- #43 Devader
72% matchVery Positive95% of 55 reviews2019
Dev: Falkenbrew
Windows · Mac · Linux
Devader is an intense 90's-style twin-stick shooter, complete with crazy old-school bosses, powerful strategic abilities and multiple endings. Upgrade your robot with nukes, shields, turrets and more to exterminate the relentless invaders.
Why similar: Mechs 31.1% ★, Arena Shooter 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Shooter 10.1%
- #44 fox soldier
70% matchVery Positive99% of 202 reviews2022
Dev: yousoiPub: Yousoi
Windows
"FOXSOLDIER"is an action RPG hardcore sci-fi adventure game with multiplayer competition as the core.Only use the left and right buttons of the mouse to operate the 4 action systems of shooting, long sword, kung fu and locomotive.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.3%, Action-Adventure 21%, Strategy 17.7%, Action 10.8%, Adventure 10%
- #45 Laser Disco Defenders
73% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2016
Dev: Out Of BoundsPub: Excalibur Publishing
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%
A self-inflicted bullet hell that combines retro sci-fi with the sounds and sights of the disco era
Why similar: Robots 34.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Shooter 11.3%, Action 6.8%
- #46 SNAKE GAME ULTRA CORE
67% matchVery Positive89% of 97 reviews2025
Dev: Galactic Geckon
Windows
SNAKE GAME ULTRA CORE is an arena shooter where you play as a snake with a shotgun, escaping from a laboratory and seeking revenge on your enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 53.7%, Action 14.3%, Robots 11.8%, Puzzle 7.1%, Platformer 7.1%
- #47 Akimbot
67% matchVery Positive81% of 707 reviews2024
Dev: Evil RaptorPub: PLAION
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
In the action-adventure platformer, Akimbot, blast your way through armies of robots, pilot spaceships and forge your own path to save the universe from impending doom! Set in a sci-fi world where only robots exist, travel the galaxy and experience non-stop robot mayhem and explosive action!
Why similar: Robots 31.2%, Shooter 22.7%, Platformer 22.4%, Action 8.1%, Action-Adventure 5.9%
- #48 HordeZ
71% matchVery Positive84% of 391 reviews2016
Dev: Zenz VR
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%
If you are looking for a on-rails arcade experience that blends between classics like Doom, Left 4 dead and House of the Dead then we got you covered! Fast and simple gameplay that will bring you into a creepy world of zombies and demons. Show your skills to the world through our global leadboard system!
Why similar: Zombies 33.3%, Shooter 16.8%, Horror 14.3%, Action 13.6%, Indie 10.5%
- #49 Gunborg: Dark Matters
69% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2022
Dev: Ricpau Studios
Windows
Harness the power of dark energy as you jump, slash, shoot and bombard your way through an army of alien soldiers and killer robots in an arcade style, twin-stick shooter with a slick 80's synthwave soundtrack.
Why similar: Mechs 29.1% ★, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Side Scroller 13.8%, 2D Platformer 11%, Shooter 10.2%
- #50 A.R.E.S. Extinction Agenda EX
72% matchMostly Positive73% of 199 reviews2014
Dev: Extend StudioPub: ORiGO GAMES
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
A 2.5D action-packed side-scrolling game, takes players on a thrilling sci-fi adventure! Take control of combat specialist Ares, or the new playable character, Tarus, to battle deadly machines with a variety of powerful weapons and armor. Your goal: Save Minos Space Station’s survivors and uncover the nefarious Zytron’s extinction agenda!
Why similar: Robots 33%, Platformer 22.6%, Side Scroller 19.7%, Action 14.4%, Indie 10.2%
- #51 Mighty Goose
68% matchVery Positive87% of 1,036 reviews2021
Dev: BlastmodePub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Mighty Goose is a fast paced run & gun shooter starring a bounty hunter Goose. Use epic weapons and devastating war machines to battle against screen filling bosses and hordes of enemies!
Why similar: Mechs 39.7% ★, Multiplayer 17.1%, Side Scroller 15.3%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 11.3%
- #52 Battle Bears -1
68% matchVery Positive97% of 135 reviews2020
Dev: SkyVu
Windows
Don't get Hugged to Death! Battle Bears -1 is an action-packed 3D shooter with swarms of Huggables and Massive Bosses. Your childhood nostalgia is back!
Why similar: Zombies 33.6%, Shooter 32.7%, Action 18.8%, Adventure 10.3%, Indie 4.7%
- #53 GHOSTWARE: Arena of the Dead
65% matchMostly Positive77% of 192 reviews2024
Dev: Daev TeamPub: Mothership Loudspeakerz
Windows
An unique blend of retro-fps, metroidvania and adventure. Escape the cyber afterlife you've been trapped into, hop between realities and shoot your way out with the help of your new allies. But are they really your friends? The Arena conspiracy goes deeper than you could possibly imagine...
Why similar: Arena Shooter 43.1%, Action-Adventure 19.3%, Horror 16.4%, Shooter 15.1%, Action 6.1%
- #54 Riddled Corpses
70% matchMixed65% of 248 reviews2015
Dev: Diabolical Mind
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Frenetic arcade style twin-stick shooter. Fight your way through hordes of enemies alone or with a friend!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Zombies 19.3%, Action 12.3%, Indie 8%
- #55 Putrefaction
69% matchMixed70% of 491 reviews2015
Dev: Kazakov Oleg
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Putrefaction is a First Person Shooter with horror elements, lots of enemies and weapons, heavily inspired by old-school shooter classics.
Why similar: Zombies 22.3%, Arena Shooter 21.1%, Horror 20.1%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 13.2%
- #56 Shade Silver
65% matchMixed54% of 181 reviews2024
Dev: Chris Allen
Windows
Avoid Spikes, Fire, Water, Electricity, Shoot Dozens of Enemies And Bosses, Collect Keys And Treasure, Discover Secrets, Solve Puzzles, And Unlock New Areas As You Fight To Wake Up From A Nightmare In This Exciting Dungeon Crawler.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Puzzle Platformer 15.7%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Shooter 9.6%
- #57 MO:Astray
64% matchVery Positive92% of 5,025 reviews2019
Dev: Archpray Inc.Pub: Rayark International Limited
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
MO: Astray is a pixel art, side-scrolling, action-platformer. Lead MO through mind-bending puzzles using special abilities. Bizarre enemies, threatening traps and ingenious level designs await.
Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 35%, Platformer 18.7%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Adventure 11.3%, Action 11.3%
- #58 Graveyard Gunslingers
63% matchMixed60% of 207 reviews2024
Dev: PyroPhysics
Windows
Shoot hordes of zombies in a bullet hell roguelite arena. By day, harvest resources, unlock map areas, and prepare for the upcoming night. Craft unique strategies by combining characters, weapons, and exploring a vast ability tree.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Zombies 31.2%, Bullet Hell 27.5%, Action 8.6%