- #1 Kill Me If You Can
97% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: John Company
Windows
"Kill Me If You Can" combines RPG, and construction for a survival defense against zombies. Explore by day for growth, and at night, build defenses against incoming zombies. With unique skills per character, control a team, not just one, for dynamic gameplay.
Why similar: Action RTS 42.1% ★, Post-apocalyptic 15.5%, Zombies 14.7%, Action-Adventure 8.1%, Survival 7%
- #2 Refrega
96% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Datyus Cassio
Windows
Real-time strategy, build bases, defend territories, and win battles. Command your troops with cunning and act swiftly to dominate the battlefield. Challenge players in the pursuit of strategic supremacy!
Why similar: Action RTS 44.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Strategy 7.8%, Action-Adventure 7%
- #3 Drone Armada
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Acryptum Games
Windows
Command massive drone swarms in this action-strategy hybrid. Customize diverse units, research powerful technologies, adapt battlefield tactics, and orchestrate large-scale combat operations to save the earth!
Why similar: Action RTS 47% ★, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Post-apocalyptic 12.6%, Strategy 8.7%, Action-Adventure 7.1%
- #4 Saturn Quest: R. U. N. E. 3000
95% matchMostly Positive76% of 21 reviews2022
Dev: Arkhouse TelegraphPub: Arkhouse Telegnosis
Windows
Saturn Quest: R.U.N.E. 3000 is a tragic Alien Space Opera featuring asystematic Action-RTS battles and epic plot of mythological proportions.
Why similar: Action RTS 45.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Action 4.8%
- #5 Kill Me If You Can: Multiplayer Edition
94% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: John Company
Windows
Kill Me If You Can: Multiplayer Edition is an RPG and construction-based zombie survival defense game. Explore by day to gather resources and grow, then build defenses at night to hold back zombie hordes. Each character has unique skills, and you can control multiple characters during gameplay.
Why similar: Action RTS 35.6% ★, Post-apocalyptic 16.9%, Zombies 16.9%, Survival 8.6%, Action-Adventure 6.4%
- #6 Dead World Heroes
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fehér BálintPub: Gotolabs Game Studio
Windows
Dead World Heroes is an RTS-Action game in a Zombie setting. Travel the zombie-plagued country, collect supplies, build a team of survivors, crush the undead hordes!
Why similar: Action RTS 48% ★, Post-apocalyptic 15.1%, Zombies 14.5%, Strategy 10.4%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
- #7 ORKANA CONFLICT VR
93% matchPositive91% of 43 reviews2021
Dev: Adem Kaya RockAKGamesPub: Adem Kaya
Windows
In the distant future, you take over earth's army on the planet Orkana. But the planet is not as uninhabited as expected. In rts based and first person combined gameplay you fight as a commander against the aggressive enemy and conquer the planet orkana.
Why similar: Action RTS 46.2% ★, Strategy 16.5%, Action-Adventure 9.8%, Post-apocalyptic 9.7%, Action 7.7%
- #8 Last Stand
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tom McDonald Games
Windows
Last Stand is a tactical defense game where you must defend humanity against undead zombie horde.
Why similar: Action RTS 47.8% ★, Zombies 16.8%, Post-apocalyptic 15.9%, Strategy 10.9%, Tactical 3.8%
- #9 ItemDay
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Elswhere Game
Windows
Try to survive in ItemDay, an asymmetric multiplayer hide-and-seek game
Why similar: Action RTS 64.9% ★, Strategy 15.5%, Action-Adventure 10.5%, Action 5.4%, Survival 3%
- #10 Polly's Gone
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Murek Games Studio
Windows · Mac
Polly's Gone is an action-RTS with shoot'em up elements. Lead a team of sheep through challenging levels in Story Mode to find the missing Polly. Explore diverse environments, defeat enemies, and test your skills in Survival Mode.
Why similar: Action RTS 51.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Strategy 11.2%, Survival 5%, Tactical 4.5%
- #11 Deadzone Blackout
90% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Hutstudious Company Irc
Windows
Deadzone Blackout, the First Game from Mozambique on Steam! Face up to 100 Players, Communicate via VOIP and Activate Your Protection Wall to Dominate the Battlefield. Get Ready for This Intense Shooter Game.
Why similar: Action RTS 57.8% ★, Strategy 15%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Tactical 7.9%, Action 6.9%
- #12 Galaxy Trek
89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Peritoma Studios
Windows
Galaxy Trek is a fun, simple and addictive indie game that will test your reflexes, strategy and skill. Each game you play is unique!
Why similar: Action RTS 76.3% ★, Strategy 14.7%, Action 6.9%, Indie 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #13 Skyfire: Death From Above
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Little Donkey StudiosPub: Voxel School
Windows
Build and upgrade your flying castle, defend yourself against enemy hordes and explore a medieval post-apocalyptic world. Experience the fusion of Bullet Heaven, and real time strategy. In a world where machines have taken over, mankind has taken to the skies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Post-apocalyptic 13.4%, Strategy 12.6%, Third Person 8.8%
- #14 Iron Skies
88% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Matthew LalandePub: Dualbooted
Windows · Mac
In this thrilling steampunk adventure from Dualbooted, take command of an airship as you fight to protect a series of floating islands from villainous forces.
Why similar: Action RTS 38.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Strategy 9.3%, Action-Adventure 8%
- #15 World war zombie
87% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: zero g racer game
Windows
[/img]WorldWArZombie - another zombie game but with several maps and several fun and devastating accessories, only for real gamers
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.2%, Post-apocalyptic 18.1%, Zombies 17.5%, Realistic 8.9%, Strategy 8.4%
- #16 RESIST FATE
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: スラッシャー松井Pub: SRA/ENTERTAINMENT
Windows
A mysterious pandemic suddenly breaks out! Get a cure to save people infected with the virus and face humanity's predicament! A rescue action game that can be played with simple controls!
Why similar: Action RTS 62.8% ★, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Zombies 10.1%, Action 6.4%, Adventure 4.3%
- #17 Ghost Blade HD
86% matchVery Positive87% of 55 reviews2017
Dev: Hucast GamesPub: 2Dream
Windows · Mac · Linux
Ghost Blade HD is an intense bullet-hell shoot 'em up game, with satisfying and addictive score-based gameplay. With its inspiration going back to the shooting games of the 1990s era, Ghost Blade HD ties old memories to current tones and techniques.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.8%, Bullet Hell 36.2%, Action 12.5%, Indie 4.4%
- #18 Against Wokou Frontline
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: YiXia Studio
Windows
Amidst the Wokou raids along the southeast coast of China during the Ming Dynasty (1552–1565), lead your troops, fortify your line, and repel the brutal invaders in this heroic tower defense game. Defend the common people and secure the shore!
Why similar: Action RTS 73.7% ★, Strategy 19.1%, Combat 3.1%, Adventure 2.5%, Indie 1.1%
- #19 Crazyness: Weird Village
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Netzzado
Windows
First-person, action, Shooting, Mistery, puzzles
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.9%, Action RTS 28% ★, Strategy 11.9%, Action 6.6%, Action-Adventure 5.8%
- #20 Shatterswarm
84% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Iron Fin Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Command Captain Hope's ship in this strategic 2D space game. Build structures, deploy fleets, and manage resources to defend the Citadel against waves of enemies. Combine direct ship combat, tower defense, and base building as you face epic boss battles.
Why similar: Action RTS 47.5% ★, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Strategy 16.1%, Action 7.8%, Post-apocalyptic 6.8%
- #21 Santa is real
83% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: unitedvirtualassets
Windows
Dive into the Christmas spirit with "Santa is real", a captivating stealth adventure game! Step into the boots of Santa Claus and embark on a festive journey through 20 uniquely challenging levels. Your mission: to deliver Christmas joy undetected, using your wit and agility.
Why similar: Action RTS 61.8% ★, Action-Adventure 13%, Action 10.2%, Adventure 7.4%, Third Person 7.3%
- #22 Command & Conquer Red Alert™, Counterstrike™ and The Aftermath™
82% matchMostly Positive79% of 370 reviews2024
Dev: Westwood StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Surrender is not an option
Why similar: Action RTS 59.6% ★, Strategy 28.9%, Action 10.3%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #23 Comet Busters
82% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Jason Hall
Windows · Linux
Comet Busters is a game similar to asteroids with it's own flare and uniqueness. You pilot the Destiny, an ancient warship converted to a mining vessel. It has advanced weaponry such as bombs, missiles, laser bullets, and spread fire bullets. You will face enemies and unique bosses.
Why similar: Action RTS 43.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Strategy 19.2%, Action 9.7%, Adventure 7%
- #24 Dig To Escape
81% matchNo user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: K&K Studio
Windows
Dig to Escape is a VR prison-break adventure where you dig tunnels, complete risky inmate quests, fight rivals, avoid guards, and upgrade your tools to plan the perfect escape. Every run challenges you to adapt, improvise, and outsmart the prison from the inside.
Why similar: Action RTS 60% ★, Strategy 14.7%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Adventure 8.9%, Combat 3.1%
- #25 Aces of the Luftwaffe
81% matchMixed63% of 161 reviews2015
Dev: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
YOU have to show what you’re made of as the war over Europe is in full swing. Fight waves of Axis planes and panzers until you hit the boss enemies – the ACES OF THE LUFTWAFFE.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.1%, Bullet Hell 32.7%, Action 18.2%
- #26 BURGGEIST
78% matchVery Positive98% of 234 reviews2024
Dev: GHRIAN STUDIO
Windows
With the walking fortress Burggeist at your command, fight back the enemies and build "the Tower."
Why similar: Action RTS 66.1% ★, Strategy 16.9%, Action 7.9%, Third Person 4.2%, Action-Adventure 3.9%
- #27 Outskirts
80% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2017
Dev: Rezo Zero
Windows · Mac · Linux
Outskirts is a colorful 360° bullet-hell with beautiful vector based art, interactive music and a deep combo system. Drive your ship through your foes and make your path to the leaderboard!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.7%, Bullet Hell 37.1%, Action 14.2%, Indie 4.9%
- #28 Total Blade: Mythology
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Moondolino
Windows
Gather soldiers on a 16th-century overworld map and lead over 1,300 troops in real-time TPS action. Manage your empire, command your army, and fight rival nations and mythical monsters in this grand-scale sandbox strategy.
Why similar: Action RTS 62% ★, Strategy 12.5%, Third Person 10.1%, Action 6.4%, Combat 4.7%
- #29 Xenoslaive Overdrive
79% matchMixed55% of 11 reviews2017
Dev: EVXIO
Windows
Xenoslaive Overdrive is a fractal bullet shoot-em-up. Specially made for players to feel the thrill from various challenging aspects. Shoot! Survive all enemy bullets! Defeat their bosses, and save the world!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.7%, Bullet Hell 37.1%, Action 19.2%
- #30 Molekraft
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Benjamin B
Windows · Mac · Linux
Command a stubborn army of moles in a 3D RTS puzzle adventure. Assign tools, build paths, fight creatures, and guide them to safety.
Why similar: Action RTS 61.7% ★, Strategy 24.1%, Action-Adventure 9%, Combat 4.6%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #31 Secret File
77% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Igrik Studios
Windows
Secret File is an Action Strategy Game. The military team will have to overcome huge distances and repel the attacks of hordes of infected every night. Build fortifications, use different tactics, combine weapons and fight off numerous enemies!
Why similar: Action RTS 60% ★, Strategy 14.9%, Post-apocalyptic 11.8%, Zombies 7.8%, Action 4.8%
- #32 Once Upon a Knight
77% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: https://www.facebook.com/proyectojesustovar
Windows
Once Upon a Knight is a single-player adventure game with an isometric view, focused on exploration and combat. Control a hero, face enemies, overcome challenges, and master shifting perspectives as you progress using keyboard, mouse, or controller.
Why similar: Action RTS 67.1% ★, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Adventure 8.4%, Action 5.9%, Combat 3%
- #33 EXITOR
76% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Lvl26Devs
Windows
A difficult, fast-paced action, real-time strategy game in which you embark on an exciting journey, fighting against a wide variety of dangerous enemies whilst levelling up your different characters.
Why similar: Action RTS 59.7% ★, Strategy 21.2%, Action 10.5%, Tactical 7%, Indie 1.1%
- #34 Close Order
76% matchMixed50% of 76 reviews2016
Dev: Raconteur Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Close Order is an arcade shooter with one simple goal: become a badass armada! In this mashup of genres, defeat enemies for parts to build up an armada of ships around you. Fight from a distance, charge headfirst into battle, or create a mix of anything and everything. You decide how to play!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.7%, Bullet Hell 36.2%, Action 15.7%, Indie 5.4%
- #35 Don'Yoku
75% matchMixed53% of 36 reviews2015
Dev: Dark-Spot Studio
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
If you love shoot ‘em up and you love ‘em hard, with glorious music, with screen filling bullet patterns and huge token cancels, then Don’yoku is just for you!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.8%, Bullet Hell 31.2%, Action 15.6%, Indie 5.4%
- #36 Danmaku Unlimited 2
74% matchVery Positive93% of 481 reviews2014
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Classic Japanese style vertical manic shooting action! Shoot, dodge and explode your way through the second entry in the critically acclaimed Danmaku Unlimited series. Battle through nail-biting bullet patterns and compete for dominance on the global leaderboard!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.3%, Bullet Hell 46%, Action 5.7%, Indie 2%
- #37 ZOMBIECAM
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZOMBIECAM Crew
Windows
ZOMBIECAM is a full-throttle bodycam style first person shooter arena zombie game with relentless gameplay and action. Also includes nightvision mode and Chamber of Pain. Coming Soon.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Action-Adventure 12.8%, Post-apocalyptic 10.6%, Action 7.1%
- #38 SinSiege
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KREAgame
Windows
SinSiege is a action rogue-like/tower defense hybrid set in Hell, where humanity's embassies is under siege. Play as legendary heroes, build divine defenses, and face off against waves of demons corrupted by the Seven Sins in a battle to protect mankind’s final haven in hell.
Why similar: Action RTS 48.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Strategy 7.8%, Action 2.8%
- #39 Dangerous Roads
72% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: John ZyskiPub: Trickster Forge Studios
Windows
The roads are under siege. Command a knight, wizard, and druid to stop waves of monsters in this fantasy strategy defense game. Save gold between missions, plan your defenses carefully, and survive 8 escalating levels where enemies grow stronger and attack from multiple paths.
Why similar: Action RTS 74.6% ★, Strategy 19.1%, Realistic 5.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #40 Star Saviors
73% matchVery Positive82% of 1,683 reviews2016
Dev: Sharpened Edge Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Saviors brings the best bullet hell experience you can find on Steam. Play through 18 challenging stages in this ultimate test of tactics and reflexes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 53.1%, Bullet Hell 32.3%, Action 6.5%, Strategy 5.6%, Indie 2.2%
- #41 Steph's Revenge
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Denjor Games
Windows
A Bullet hell game about a man trying to escape from a strange world. Fight through increasingly difficult stages and try to find your way home.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36%, Bullet Hell 34.7%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Action 9.4%, Adventure 6.9%
- #42 2 Bit Operative
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: workshopcraft
Windows
As a government operative tasked with handling the most dangerous tasks, you must Shoot, Spy, Sneak, Sear and Sabotage your way to success. Each mission has unique objectives. Can you complete them all?
Why similar: Action RTS 52.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Bullet Hell 20%, Action 6%, Combat 1.5%
- #43 PsycoCat
72% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: YukiOstudio
Windows
You are the PsycoCat, an ultimate cat hooked to a balloon with an alien weapon After an apprenticeship against floating rocks you will be ready to fight the most terrible creatures of the world. Bull, rabbit, flying chicken and more await you for a terrible confrontation in the heavens. Good luck
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.8%, Bullet Hell 38%, Action 12%, Indie 5.3%
- #44 Hover Rancher
71% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Matt Mateo VIIPub: Drunk Yeti
Windows
Pilot your hovercraft across a wild, untamed world in Hover Rancher—a point-and-click adventure packed with action minigames like aerial dogfights and snowboarding! Explore, collect, and deploy troops as you build your ranching empire from the skies.
Why similar: Action RTS 61.2% ★, Bullet Hell 23.3%, Strategy 7.3%, Action 4.4%, Adventure 2.9%
- #45 Battlegrounds : At Enemy Gates
70% match6 user reviews33% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: SmartOliveGames LtdPub: HandMade Games
Windows
BattleGrounds : At enemy gates is a quick to learn tag of war strategy game. Deploy tanks & planes in this strategy-focused war game. Receive donations from your allies worldwide to aid your battles. Combine the best war vehicles and come up with the best battle formations to overwhelm your enemies.
Why similar: Action RTS 46.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Strategy 10.5%, Action 5.2%
- #46 Radirgy Swag
68% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2026
Dev: RS34
Windows
Dodge, slash, and shoot your way through waves of enemies while collecting items. Blast off on a quick trip toward the Moon in Radio-allergic Shoot ’Em Up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.7%, Bullet Hell 44.1%, Action 9.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #47 Command & Conquer™ and The Covert Operations™
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 403 reviews2024
Dev: Westwood StudiosPub: Electronic Arts
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 36%
The legendary RTS game which started it all. Will you side with the humanistic GDI or bring the world to its knees with Kane and the Brotherhood of Nod. Your adversaries are without mercy. And so are you.
Why similar: Action RTS 58.6% ★, Strategy 27.7%, Action 12.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #48 Moss Piglets
68% match7 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: Tardigrade Games
Windows
This real-time strategy game requires you to direct your horde of moss piglets through dynamic terrains and great dangers.
Why similar: Action RTS 58% ★, Strategy 15.8%, Action-Adventure 12.7%, Action 7.4%, Adventure 5.7%
- #49 Aurora Polaris
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Haltt Games
Windows
A vertical shooter with post-apocalyptic storytelling and semi-realistic visuals, where four unlikely pilots fight against a technobiological organization to rekindle hope for humanity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Bullet Hell 27.6%, Post-apocalyptic 16.9%, Action-Adventure 11.9%, Action 5.2%
- #50 Final Directive
69% matchVery Positive83% of 88 reviews2018
Dev: Lazy Monday GamesPub: Lazy Monday Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Final Directive is a story driven shooter set in a space station disastrously infested by alien mutants. Find the crew, contain the infestation, and most importantly: make it out alive.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.2%, Zombies 19.5%, Strategy 18.7%, Action 15.4%, Adventure 10.5%
- #51 Hangeki
69% matchPositive88% of 40 reviews2014
Dev: Pentavera
Windows
Hangeki is an arcade style shooter that emphasizes the use of over 50 spectacular weapons. Formulate new strategies and take on the alien invasion in this reimagining of the classic shoot em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.2%, Bullet Hell 30.5%, Action 17.3%, Indie 6.1%
- #52 Notice Me Leena-senpai!
67% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Yanako RPGs
Windows
Oh no! The Demon Lord is attacking! Help Leena-senpai defend her school and city against the Demon Lords minions!
Why similar: Action RTS 67.5% ★, Zombies 10.4%, Strategy 7.7%, Tactical 6.4%, Survival 4.6%
- #53 Sand Bullets
70% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Duaik EntretenimentoPub: Duaik
Windows
Top-Down Shooter with a mobile APP interaction.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Action-Adventure 15.6%, Post-apocalyptic 12.1%, Action 8.1%
- #54 Elemental colossus
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Gordun Studio
Windows
Defend your castle against thousands of enemies. Choose your towers wisely to rise an impenetrable barricade. Fight in several worlds against tireless golems that are willing to destroy your kingdom. Build an elaborate defense to restrain the hordes that assault you in each world.
Why similar: Action RTS 73% ★, Strategy 25%, Indie 1.4%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #55 Sine Mora
67% matchVery Positive82% of 940 reviews2012
Dev: Digital RealityPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Sine Mora is a horizontal shoot'em up that provides a unique take on challenge, where time is the ultimate factor.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 60.9%, Bullet Hell 29.8%, Action 6.6%, Indie 2.5%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #56 Survival Bunker
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Df Games Studio
Windows
Survival Bunker puts you as a lone survivor in a post-apocalyptic world. Manage an underground bunker, gather resources, and face various threats. Your choices have consequences, and death is not the end; a family member will take over.
Why similar: Action RTS 42.3% ★, Post-apocalyptic 22.8%, Strategy 16.9%, Survival 8.4%, Third Person 7%