Games Like DAWN ONE

Draw Slasher is the unique demanding and dynamic action packed beat'em up you need only a mouse to play. Cut, slice, snip, sever, chop, shear and trim hordes of Pirate Monkey Zombies™.

Why similar: Mouse Only 40% ★, Ninja 22.6% ★, Hack and Slash 14%, Fighting 7.1% ★, Zombies 7%

For the Greater Good is a violent, story-driven action game where a group of outcasts unleash their unique powers to exterminate a blood cult hell-bent on world domination.

Why similar: Character Action Game 27.4% ★, Fast-Paced 24.8%, Difficult 17.7%, Hack and Slash 15.7%, Top-Down 7.3%

A quick-fire identification game. With a sniper rifle. ~ GMTK 2019 Game Jam winner, updated and improved for Steam!

Why similar: Mouse Only 31% ★, Fast-Paced 23%, Score Attack 18.5%, Arcade 11.2%, Difficult 9.3%

BRAWLZERK is an isometric action roguelite that combines the survivors-like formula with fighting game-style offense and defense. Attack, block, dodge, and keep your combos going, then combine Active Skill Cards with Passive Rewards to create a new fighting style every run.

Why similar: Character Action Game 38.3% ★, Fast-Paced 23.9%, Hack and Slash 21.2%, Combat 5.7%, Top-Down 5.3%

Ticktock is a deceptively fast-paced arcade action game. Think fast; every fleeting second may be your last. Survive waves of monsters. Survive all 11 stages. Survive until the end.

Why similar: Mouse Only 43% ★, Fast-Paced 26%, Difficult 14.9%, Arcade 7.7%, Action 5.6%

Post-Fire Revenge is a fast-paced, third-person 3D character action game where you play as Riven, a broken warrior consumed by guilt and trauma. Chain devastating light and heavy attacks, perfect your dodges and blocks, and shatter enemies with powerful charged strikes.

Why similar: Character Action Game 31.7% ★, Fast-Paced 24.6%, Hack and Slash 19.1%, Difficult 10.6%, Combat 5.4%

In JezzBall, your goal is to contain bouncing Jezz atoms by building walls. Complete levels by converting over 75% of the chamber into walls, adding a new atom each time. Left-click to deploy walls and right-click for direction.

Why similar: Mouse Only 45.8% ★, Fast-Paced 22.7%, Score Attack 13%, Arcade 8.5%, Top-Down 5.9%

Slice fruit with precision - using your mouse or real hand! Dodge bombs, master combos, and push your reflexes to the limit in this fast-paced arcade slicer.

Why similar: Mouse Only 38.9% ★, Fast-Paced 28.2%, Score Attack 16.1%, Arcade 9.2%, Cute 3.9%

Infiltrate the server in this top-down point and click 2D action game, Using precise mouse movement, Teleport and Slash your way through a series of hand-crafted levels to destroy the AI named AISEN.

Why similar: Mouse Only 27.1% ★, Fast-Paced 21.7%, Hack and Slash 19.4%, Difficult 9.8%, Top-Down 7%

One million Persians invaded Greece and only you can stop them in this fast-paced single-screen arena roguelike with +200 gameplay-changing items. Die for freedom! Die For Sparta!

Why similar: Character Action Game 26.7% ★, Fast-Paced 19.8%, Hack and Slash 18.4%, Perma Death 11.6%, Score Attack 9.9%

Sharpen your blades and step into the Eternal Palace Sakura, a dream labyrinth haunted by restless yokai. Battle through ever-shifting realms in this anime-inspired 3D action roguelite, mastering fluid combat and exploring endless floors of the palace!

Why similar: Character Action Game 31% ★, Fast-Paced 23.5%, Hack and Slash 17.4%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Combat 5.6%

Take on the role of a warrior maiden forced to hunt down her best friend, who has stolen a sacred demon blade. Immerse yourself in the tale of a deadly feud between two old friends and the demonic sword tearing them apart―told through high-speed action!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 20.6%, Fast-Paced 17.9%, Character Action Game 16.6% ★, Fighting 14.5% ★, Female Protagonist 12.5%

Death Kid is a fast-paced arcade-inspired arena brawler with meta-progression. Wipe out hordes of daunting foes, master powerful abilities and grow stronger with each attempt. Venture deep inside a treacherous well to put the wheel of life and death back in motion and break the curse of immortality.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 26.4%, Fighting 20% ★, Hack and Slash 16.7%, Difficult 13.2%, Arcade 8.4%

Berserker's Descent is a visceral, hardcore Roguelite. Descend into The Source and engage in brutal melee combat.

Why similar: Character Action Game 34.3% ★, Fast-Paced 22.1%, Hack and Slash 17.9%, Difficult 13.1%, Perma Death 6.4%

The definitive ninja action-adventure franchise returns with NINJA GAIDEN 4! Embark on a cutting-edge adventure where legacy meets innovation in a high-octane blend of style and no-holds-barred combat.

Why similar: Hack and Slash 27.9%, Ninja 27.8% ★, Character Action Game 22.5% ★, Difficult 10.6%, Fast-Paced 4.4%

As the goddess of death, Hella, reconquer your reign by defeating an entire army. Brand your sword to kill enemies with their own projectiles and unleash ancient powers to annihilate them.

Why similar: Character Action Game 30% ★, Fast-Paced 22.9%, Hack and Slash 17%, Difficult 12.9%, Arcade 6.7%

Don't touch the walls. While 1 is a minimalist mouse-only action game centered around this simple concept. Create a loop around the level while avoiding obstacles synchronized to the music.

Why similar: Mouse Only 57.1% ★, Difficult 17.6%, Fast-Paced 15.6%, Arcade 6.1%, Action 2.4%

A stylish & exciting action game! Journey through medieval Japan, rendered in beautiful pixel art, to reach the moon and defeat Mother Kaguya!

Why similar: Character Action Game 46% ★, Hack and Slash 22.9%, Arcade 10.8%, Top-Down 6.1%, Cute 5.4%

SIRO — As children, our dreams are pure and burning, yet fragile. Growing up brings compromise, and with each one, those dreams fade a little. As ordinary people, we are inevitably drawn into the fray.

Why similar: Character Action Game 30.7% ★, Hack and Slash 24.4%, Difficult 17.2%, Fighting 11.5% ★, Combat 5.5%

In this game, the ball chases the mouse cursor, so you'll have to overcome the inertia of movement and a multitude of obstacles without leaving any circle behind. Innovative gameplay, simple controls but difficult to master! This is Kursor.

Why similar: Mouse Only 42.3% ★, Fast-Paced 30%, Difficult 15.3%, Arcade 8.7%, Action 2.4%

is a fast-paced 2D top-down action game. Players take on the role of an ink bottle warrior on a journey to become the king of tools. Use your fast attacks, moves, and powerful skills to defeat the tools that stand in your way, prove that ink and pen are the best tools, and become the King of Tools.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 31.8%, Hack and Slash 23.1%, Difficult 17.4%, Top-Down 6.8%, Combat 6.2%

LoudShot is a fast-pace FPS where every hit counts and every weapon comes from the last enemy you dropped. Fights are aggressive and fast. you hit hard, move fast, switch weapons constantly and use the environment to assist you in the fight. slowing down is the quickest way to get killed.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 26.9%, Fighting 20.9% ★, Hack and Slash 14.6%, Score Attack 13.6%, Difficult 13.5%

Dodge deadly traps on a dynamic grid. Use power-ups to restore tiles, clone yourself, and survive the escalating chaos. Easy to learn, hard to master. Each run lasts under 5 minutes for quick, pure, high-intensity action

Why similar: Fast-Paced 35.5%, Score Attack 18.4%, Difficult 14.1%, Perma Death 11.6%, Arcade 10.2%

Proxy Blade Zero is a hardcore 3D action game with technical combat. Play as Fenrir, an advanced battle android, against the armies of King Anima.

Why similar: Character Action Game 30.7% ★, Fast-Paced 17.9%, Fighting 16.3% ★, Hack and Slash 15.1%, Difficult 11.4%

Protect the last braincell in a neon score-attack survival comedy. Grab Thought Crumbs, dodge the doomscroll, dash through notifications, and choose increasingly questionable upgrades as the feed gets faster.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 35%, Score Attack 21.8%, Difficult 15.1%, Arcade 13.1%, Top-Down 8%

Unlock your hidden potential! Level yourself up and tickle your brain with Super Duper Multitasking! Using an intuitive control scheme and your amazing gaming skills, this expansion of 2018's Super Multitasking will train you to play up to 3, 4, or even 5 minigames at a time!

Why similar: Fast-Paced 36.9%, Score Attack 23.5%, Difficult 21.5%, Arcade 13.6%, Action 2.5%

In a mysterious castle, sorceress Aurora has been asleep for centuries. Able to summon powerful Elementals to fight by her side, Ever must protect the fortress from monsters and its most‑sought‑after secret while trying to discover who was responsible for Aurora’s slumber and find a way to wake her.

Why similar: Character Action Game 28.8% ★, Hack and Slash 24.5%, Fighting 11.4% ★, Combat 7.8%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

Velocibox is a twitch-heavy action game crafted for the hardcore audience.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 52.4%, Difficult 31%, Arcade 7.2%, Action 5%, Indie 2.7%

A fast-paced arcade challenge where mastering split-second decisions, color switching, and precise movement is the key to success. Survive longer, score higher, and see if you have what it takes to be the best.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 29.6%, Score Attack 19.6%, Difficult 19.1%, Perma Death 14.3%, Arcade 12.2%

3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!

Why similar: Ninja 27.8% ★, Character Action Game 25.5% ★, Hack and Slash 24%, Difficult 18.1%, Action 3.1%

Pivot XL is a fast-paced, minimalist arcade score chaser with simple one-button controls. Pivot, dodge obstacles, and survive as long as possible in this addictive ‘just-one-more-round’ challenge. Perfect for quick sessions or while waiting in queue for another game!

Why similar: Difficult 24%, Fast-Paced 21.6%, Mouse Only 21.3% ★, Score Attack 16.3%, Arcade 11.8%

You click - You dash - You slash. Bot slash Bot is a fast-paced, top-down Hack n‘ Slash in which you control a rogue robot slashing & dashing through your former co-machines holding you captive! It's all about speed. Time is running out.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 35%, Hack and Slash 23.1%, Difficult 16.5%, Arcade 9.3%, Top-Down 6.5%

WarpThrough is a fast and challenging platformer with arcade-inspired gameplay, unique combat, and a short story full of charming characters. Get into the flow and balance beating up monsters with warping through portals. How many dimensions can you survive?

Why similar: Character Action Game 37.7% ★, Fast-Paced 29.8%, Score Attack 16.4%, Arcade 9.2%, Action 4.6%

'Sentimental K' is a 3D roguelike action game. Weapons, skills, artifacts, bosses, dungeon layouts are randomly generated each time you play. Make strategic choices to create powerful synergies and enjoy the unexpected and challenging play!

Why similar: Character Action Game 26% ★, Hack and Slash 23.4%, Perma Death 13.7%, Difficult 8.4%, Female Protagonist 8.3%

Masked Vale is a Permadeath action game with random levels and game modes. Unlock new characters, invest in perks, collect rare artifacts, and keep going until you die.

Why similar: Character Action Game 34.3% ★, Hack and Slash 23.6%, Perma Death 17.4%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Ninja 5.7% ★

Yes, YOU can play up to 4 continuously-shuffling minigames at the same time, using just a split screen and a single controller or keyboard! Super Multitasking GO! offers the tools...but YOU unlock your hidden potential!

Why similar: Fast-Paced 31.6%, Score Attack 25.8%, Difficult 19.3%, Arcade 16.8%, Action 3.7%

Righty Tighty XL is a fast-paced, minimalist arcade score chaser with simple one-button controls. Turn right, collect points, and return them to the goal zone while dodging obstacles. An addictive ‘just-one-more-round’ challenge, perfect for quick sessions or while waiting in queue!

Why similar: Mouse Only 23.8% ★, Difficult 23.8%, Fast-Paced 19.3%, Score Attack 16.5%, Arcade 11.7%

Choose a character, select a world, and GO! The goal is simple: complete the levels as fast as you can. While mistakes are unlimited, they only slow down your race to the end. Precise platformer gameplay combined with the different abilities of each player makes each playthrough different.

Why similar: Character Action Game 41.7% ★, Fast-Paced 26.1%, Difficult 16.3%, Arcade 7%, Cute 4.6%

Fly. Crash. Repeat. Because this time surely you won't make the same mistakes.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 40.7%, Difficult 22.2%, Score Attack 14.1%, Arcade 10.9%, Top-Down 5.5%

Escape endless waves of danger, match colors, avoid obstacles, and earn power-ups in this fast-paced, arcade spectacle!

Why similar: Fast-Paced 43.8%, Score Attack 21.2%, Difficult 19.1%, Arcade 11.9%, Action 2.9%

Grim Hope is a stylized Hack and Slash designed for players who live for the perfect combo. In a world of suffocating darkness, you play as elite, strikingly beautiful warriors who turn the battlefield into a bloody runway.

Why similar: Character Action Game 34.9% ★, Hack and Slash 22.9%, Difficult 17.7%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Combat 5.6%

MopGarden’s Veggie Cart is a fast-paced, simulation game where you feed hungry bunnies lots of healthy vegetables! Can you feed them all in time?

Why similar: Mouse Only 41.9% ★, Fast-Paced 32%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Arcade 6.8%, Cute 6.1%

Thunder Chase pits you against never ending missiles. Protected by a time slowing Armor and with various Boosts, survive as long as you can!

Why similar: Fast-Paced 36.1%, Score Attack 21.8%, Difficult 20.6%, Arcade 12.8%, Action 5.8%

PlatinumGames’ universally acclaimed action masterpiece finally comes to PC. Experience the over-the-top stylish action in 60fps at unlocked HD resolutions. The definitive way to play: being bad never felt so good.

Why similar: Character Action Game 29.3% ★, Hack and Slash 27.6%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, Fast-Paced 14.6%, Action 3.5%

Your movement is controlled like a mouse cursor. You will earn money for killing enemies which will let you pay for weapons and spells. Mix and match magics to convert this bullet hell into a bullet heaven.

Why similar: Mouse Only 49.1% ★, Difficult 17.3%, Perma Death 13.3%, Arcade 7.4%, Top-Down 4.6%

Slash, dash, and smash through the human settlements, and unleash the rage of SMASH BEAR in this action roguelike.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 27.8%, Hack and Slash 16.3%, Difficult 14%, Perma Death 12%, Score Attack 9.9%

Bing Bong XL is a fast-paced, minimalist arcade score chaser with simple one-button controls. Dodge obstacles, collect points, and survive as long as possible in this addictive ‘just-one-more-round’ challenge. Perfect for quick sessions or while waiting in queue for another game!

Why similar: Difficult 25.2%, Fast-Paced 20.6%, Mouse Only 19.7% ★, Score Attack 16.8%, Arcade 12.4%

Blade-Shift Rage is a lightning-paced, combo-chasing 2D action platformer, with brutal one hit kills and deaths. Teleport to dodge attacks, slash and shoot anyone who stands in your way and dash to complete tough platforming challenges, chasing S-Rank scores.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 30.9%, Hack and Slash 22.4%, Difficult 16.4%, Score Attack 15.2%, Ninja 10.1% ★

Nelo is the lightning fast, out of this world, genre-blending, bullet-hell, character-action epic meticulously crafted by the loving couple at Magic & Mirrors.

Why similar: Character Action Game 42.7% ★, Fast-Paced 24.1%, Ninja 15% ★, Hack and Slash 13.3%, Action 2.7%

Ghostrunner offers a unique single-player experience: fast-paced, violent combat, and an original setting that blends science fiction with post-apocalyptic themes. It tells the story of a world that has already ended and its inhabitants who fight to survive.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 34%, Hack and Slash 16.9%, Difficult 16.9%, Ninja 12.4% ★, Fighting 11.1% ★

Super Grower is a fun game of agility and reflexes. In this game, you must control a white square and grow the square to an immense size to eliminate all other objects on the level. By moving the square around the playing area and eat the smaller yellow tokens your square will grow big.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 33.3%, Mouse Only 33% ★, Perma Death 16.9%, Top-Down 7.7%, Action 5.3%

Shadowlings - is a slaughter to heavy metal in decorations of Medieval Japan.Hardcore battles, in which everything depends on your skill, ancient ninja's martial arts, sharp swords, strong spears and mysterious Shadow Magic.

Why similar: Ninja 21.2% ★, Fast-Paced 18.4%, Hack and Slash 16.4%, Fighting 16% ★, Difficult 10.9%

Wielding magical blades, four girls must fight back the encroaching waves of monsters in this exhilarating hack-and-slash action game!

Why similar: Character Action Game 27.2% ★, Hack and Slash 21.7%, Fast-Paced 17.5%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, Action 7.7%

3 high speed ninja action titles are now available in one package!

Why similar: Hack and Slash 28.5%, Ninja 28.1% ★, Character Action Game 27.3% ★, Difficult 10.8%, Action 3.8%

A physics climber where the level is an instrument. Every string you pull sings and every string you overpull snaps for good. One life, no checkpoints, and a very long way down.

Why similar: Mouse Only 38.3% ★, Difficult 16.7%, Score Attack 16.7%, Perma Death 15.9%, Arcade 6.2%

Help Mari, the ladybug, to get through the polar lands full of spiders and other obstacles. In this arcade game you need to be very precise with a mouse in order to get to the end of level.

Why similar: Mouse Only 47.1% ★, Fast-Paced 21.1%, Difficult 12.6%, Fantasy 5.7%, Cute 5.2%

Cave crawl is an action-packed first-person melee adventure where you navigate your way through chambers of enemies to hopefully climb out alive. On the way you may find mysterious merchants who sell strange and curious items to aid you on your journey.

Why similar: Character Action Game 57.9% ★, Hack and Slash 29.9%, Action 6.5%, 3D 2.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Unleash brutal combat in Remnant Blade: The Scarlet Edge, a fast-paced hack n slash with dynamic stances, unique characters, and deep combat mechanics. Master your moveset and dominate foes with precision and style.

Why similar: Character Action Game 41.5% ★, Hack and Slash 20%, Ninja 16.1% ★, Female Protagonist 12%, Zombies 6.3%

The frog village needs your help to fight against evil mutant alligators.

Why similar: Ninja 38.7% ★, Hack and Slash 24.4%, Arcade 15.3%, Score Attack 15.2%, Action 4.9%

Put your platforming skills to the test with your mouse in Cyjin: The Cyborg Ninja – a unique precision platformer featuring fast-paced gameplay and accelerated dashing action.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 26.8%, Mouse Only 25% ★, Ninja 21.7% ★, Difficult 16.4%, Arcade 7.6%