- #1 Gundroid
97% matchVery Positive97% of 62 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: Old School 17.4%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Retro 13.4%, Shooter 10.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.7%
- #2 CrushBorgs
96% matchVery Positive94% of 114 reviews2022
Dev: Xitilon
Windows
"Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 15%, Retro 14%, Shooter 12.7%, Platformer 10.7%, 1990's 7.6%
- #3 G WARRIOR
96% matchVery Positive92% of 121 reviews2024
Dev: Liao Kai
Windows
G WARRIOR is a retro hardcore action shooting game. Pick up the gun and destroy all robots and aliens. Fight in colorful scenes such as snowy mountains, caves, seas of fire, alien lairs, etc.! !
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.8%, Shooter 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Arcade 7.4%
- #4 BioMenace Remastered
95% matchVery Positive99% of 167 reviews2025
Dev: Rigel Gameworks
Windows
The classic 2D action platformer BioMenace returns with enhanced graphics and refined gameplay. Fight your way through a city ravaged by dangerous mutants, rescue hostages, find secrets and rack up points. Locate the secret lab behind this attack and prevent Dr. Mangle from taking over the world!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 17.8%, Old School 16.8%, Shooter 12.8%, Platformer 10.5%, Retro 10%
- #5 Alien Death Mob
94% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Pug Fugly GamesPub: Thalamus Digital
Windows
Aliens have invaded Earth! Towns, cities, deserts, they're everywhere! Take on the role of Earth's last super soldier and confront the alien menace in this intense twin stick shooter!
Why similar: Shooter 19.3%, Old School 16.4%, Action 11%, Arcade 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
- #6 Alien Strike: Blasting the Intruders
91% matchVery Positive96% of 136 reviews2026
Dev: Combo Game StudioPub: Nuntius Games
Windows
Slide, jump and shoot in 8 directions in this explosive Run 'n Gun for up to 3 players! Swap weapons in real time, activate insane specials and take on alien bosses in an action-packed invasion of retro mayhem!
Why similar: Old School 17.8%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Shooter 10.9%, Retro 10.5%, Platformer 9.1%
- #7 Guns of Fury
91% matchVery Positive88% of 892 reviews2025
Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 8.8 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: Old School 18.4%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Shooter 14%, Platformer 11.8%, Retro 11.6%
- #8 Explosionade DX
93% matchMostly Positive78% of 86 reviews2015
Dev: Mommy's Best Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Pilot an experimental mech and shoot giant grenades to blow up sneaky aliens. Stomp their guts, destroy their base, and save the day!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.1%, Shooter 15.8%, Platformer 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%, Retro 8.6%
- #9 Pixel Shooter
94% matchMostly Negative35% of 188 reviews2017
Dev: Sabrina Aridi
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 52%
In this 2D platformer game, get your gun and shoot all monsters in your way or just run away to the exit.
Why similar: Difficult 22.8%, 2D Platformer 20.3%, Shooter 14.2%, Platformer 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
- #10 Habroxia 2
92% matchVery Positive92% of 62 reviews2021
Dev: Lillymo Games
Windows
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shooter 26.7%, Action 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Arcade 11.7%
- #11 Shooting Saucer
90% matchVery Positive91% of 53 reviews2023
Dev: SinksAdventure
Windows
A flying saucer chases you all over the galaxy. Run away, defeat enemies, and evolve to avoid getting abducted
Why similar: 2D Platformer 23%, Shooter 16.2%, Platformer 13.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.5%, Old School 9%
- #12 Brave Soldier - Invasion of Cyborgs
89% matchVery Positive97% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: JM Neto Game Dev
Windows
Brave Soldier: Invasion Of Cyborgs is a pixel art platform game with a lot of action. Help the soldier save the world from the Cyborg Invasion! Good Luck!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 20.2%, Shooter 17.1%, Platformer 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Arcade 7.8%
- #13 Gun Crazy
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 152 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: Difficult 17.5%, Shooter 12.8%, Platformer 12.2%, Retro 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
- #14 B.I.O.T.A.
87% matchVery Positive88% of 254 reviews2022
Dev: small brosPub: Retrovibe
Windows
Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Intense 2D action-platformer set in a mining colony infected by an alien plague. In B.I.O.T.A. you can choose your hero, fight gruesome monsters, and customize your 8-bit retro experience with swappable 4-color palettes.
Why similar: Old School 18%, 2D Platformer 18%, Retro 10.8%, Platformer 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #15 GRAND CROSS: ReNOVATION
86% matchVery Positive90% of 147 reviews2022
Dev: ES4 / Eternal Sphere 4Pub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Slash through enemies with the Sun Blade, the most powerful weapon in Shmup's history! Overwhelm hordes of enemies with flashy on-screen effects in this super-aggressive vertical scrolling shump!
Why similar: Shooter 16.5%, Old School 16.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%, Platformer 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #16 Exophobia
85% matchVery Positive88% of 139 reviews2024
Dev: Zarc AttackPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
Explore and fight your way through a crashed human spaceship infested with relentless hordes of aliens as you become more powerful with exciting weapon upgrades and powerups in this retro inspired first-person shooter.
Why similar: Shooter 18.8%, Old School 18.4%, Difficult 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Retro 9.7%
- #17 Defendoooooor!!
88% matchMixed45% of 69 reviews2017
Dev: White Dog GamesPub: SA Industry
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 47%
In Defendoooooor!!!, it's your job to fight an alien invasion.
Why similar: Difficult 22.7%, Action 15.1%, Shooter 15.1%, Platformer 12%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #18 Super Destronaut
86% matchVery Positive85% of 54 reviews2016
Dev: Petite Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
If you love retro games, this is for you! Get ready for some intense retro space shooting!
Why similar: Shooter 20.5%, Retro 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%, Arcade 10.6%
- #19 Droid Assault
84% 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: Shooter 21.8%, Action 18.6%, Retro 17.3%, Arcade 12%, Indie 8.2%
- #20 METAL SUITS: Counter-attack
82% matchVery Positive86% of 119 reviews2025
Dev: Gonggamore ContentsPub: Link Compass
Windows
Don't tick him off! After losing everything he loved, Kevin returns as a raging cyborg. Unleash chaos with devastatingly diverse combat suits in this explosive, high-speed action platformer!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.6%, Old School 14.9%, Platformer 13.1%, Shooter 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
- #21 Gunlocked 2
81% matchVery Positive86% of 77 reviews2026
Dev: FromLefcourt
Windows
Movement is your weapon. A sci-fi action roguelike and shmup combined, in Gunlocked 2 you'll pilot and upgrade a state-of-the-art warship against endless waves of deadly aliens. Deep customization, branching paths, and tons of unlockables offer endless replayability!
Why similar: Old School 18.1%, Shooter 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Retro 9.2%
- #22 Comit the Astrodian
84% matchVery Positive81% of 58 reviews2016
Dev: LunarCore Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Platformer based on a 22 year old blueprint. Help Comit boost his was through several planets in an attempt to stop the evil space pirate Krater from taking over the Star System.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.3%, Old School 17.2%, Platformer 16%, Retro 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
- #23 Rigid Force Alpha
82% 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: Shooter 26.2%, Retro 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Arcade 10.5%, Action 8.6%
- #24 Powernaut VANGARDT
83% matchMostly Positive73% of 51 reviews2017
Dev: ConfoundGreatJob
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Fight for your life in this state-of-the-art 8-bit platformer!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.4%, Shooter 16.6%, Retro 14.9%, Platformer 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%
- #25 Spectacular Sparky
81% matchVery Positive87% of 168 reviews2021
Dev: FreakZone GamesPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
A throwback to the golden age of white-gloved 16-bit video-game mascots, Spectacular Sparky is an action-packed platformer with wacky characters, explosive weapons and boss battles to treasure!
Why similar: Old School 18.8%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Shooter 13.7%, Platformer 11%, Retro 10.4%
- #26 Jetboard Joust
80% matchVery Positive82% of 99 reviews2020
Dev: BitBull LtdPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!
Why similar: Difficult 19.1%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Platformer 13.4%, Retro 13%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.5%
- #27 Palpus X Annihilation
77% matchVery Positive97% of 66 reviews2026
Dev: Sebastian Vargek (Meister Palpus)
Windows
Isometric action shooter with light RPG elements. Brutally kill tons of alien monsters, find over a dozen powerful weapons, skill up your hero & stop the blood thirsty invaders in a classic handcrafted campaign. Never ending waves await you in horde-mode!
Why similar: Shooter 22.8%, Old School 18.4%, Aliens 10.1%, Retro 9.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.9%
- #28 Biolab Wars
78% matchVery Positive87% of 135 reviews2019
Dev: 2ndBoss
Windows · Mac · Linux
Inspired by the 8-bit games and by the movies from the 80's, your goal is to blow things up, defeat aliens and fight bizarre bosses in this platformer 2D with classic mechanics.
Why similar: Old School 21.2%, Platformer 16.9%, Retro 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Arcade 8.5%
- #29 Project Mercury
79% matchMixed58% of 590 reviews2017
Dev: Raxasoft Games
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Make your way on foot, on a hoverbike, up skyscrapers, and down bottomless pits, as you exterminate a threat of unknown origin!
Why similar: Platformer 28%, Retro 24%, Action 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Sci-fi 7.6%
- #30 Devader
78% 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: Difficult 42.5%, Shooter 28%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Arcade 11.1%
- #31 Zombotron
76% matchVery Positive89% of 3,533 reviews2019
Dev: Ant.Karlov Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Fight to survive on a mysterious alien planet, outwit its vicious inhabitants, and do whatever it takes to find a way off that wretched rock.
Why similar: Shooter 21.2%, Difficult 19.9%, Platformer 13.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.2%, Action 9.2%
- #32 Offendron Warrior
77% matchVery Positive86% of 50 reviews2018
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Offendron Warrior is a retro arcade that combines shooting and defense. Your objective is saving Offendron civilians in the planets from the group of enemies, who are trying to spread a virus that turns Offendrons into mindless killing machines and eventually destroy the whole planet.
Why similar: Difficult 22.7%, Old School 18%, Shooter 14.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.5%, Retro 9.4%
- #33 Bad Bots
79% matchMixed55% of 260 reviews2013
Dev: Point Five ProjectsPub: Digital Tribe
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 45%
As Sam McRae, last surviving member of the “Titan Hauler” crew, you must hack and blast your way through an onslaught of truly bad 'bots to find a way to prevent a potential planet-destroying catastrophe.
Why similar: Action 65.6%, Indie 34.4%
- #34 ReX
76% matchVery Positive80% of 116 reviews2018
Dev: Ali AsfandPub: SA Industry
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Rex is a classic hardcore 2D platformer shooter, you play as a soldier to hunt down an evil scientist. Fight your way through with powerful weapons and put an end to his mad experiments.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.2%, Shooter 14.9%, Platformer 14%, Difficult 13.9%, Retro 9%
- #35 Super Cyborg
75% matchVery Positive86% of 832 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: Difficult 19.1%, Retro 19%, Shooter 16.4%, Platformer 13%, Action 11.9%
- #36 Distant Space 2
74% matchVery Positive80% of 1,560 reviews2017
Dev: PixelMouse
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Distant Space 2 - is an indirect continuation of the first part, in which you will find more dynamic gameplay. Your task is to destroy enemy ships on each level to go to the next of 26 available. In addition to conventional ships, you will have to wait for the boss ships, the battle with which will not be easy.
Why similar: Shooter 20.8%, Retro 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Arcade 9.4%
- #37 CometStriker DX
74% matchVery Positive98% of 64 reviews2018
Dev: Iced Lizard Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
CometStriker DX is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter where you boost through danger and blast everything in your way!
Why similar: Difficult 25.1%, Shooter 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Retro 7.7%
- #38 Arcade Mayhem Juanito
73% matchVery Positive94% of 365 reviews2017
Dev: Game Ever Studio
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Arcade Mayhem Juanito is a retro experience about arcade-hopping. Teleport into different video games, play with unique mechanics inspired by well-known arcade games, face stunningly animated bosses and join the fight against the clonocell invasion.
Why similar: Difficult 24.7%, Retro 15.5%, Action 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.8%, Arcade 9.2%
- #39 Jet Gunner
75% matchMostly Positive74% of 627 reviews2014
Dev: Sinclair Strange
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Jet Gunner is a 2D platform action indie game that's full of Nestalgia. Full of action, gunfights, bosses and explosions so if you're into the whole 8-Bit vibe you should love this. From the sound, to the graphics to the flicker, this should pay tribute to those classic hard as nails, run 'n' gun games.
Why similar: Action 25.6%, Platformer 24.6%, Retro 19.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Indie 6.6%
- #40 DOSMan: Space Aliens in Space!
71% matchVery Positive84% of 80 reviews2024
Dev: DOSMan Games
Windows
Planet DOS is under attack by Space Aliens, DOSMan needs to fend them off and defend his home planet!
Why similar: Shooter 24.3%, Old School 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Action 9.5%
- #41 Axiom Verge
71% matchVery Positive90% of 6,505 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Happ Games LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore and uncover the mystery of a surreal alien world by blasting aliens and glitching your environment in this intense retro side-scrolling action/adventure.
Why similar: Platformer 22.4%, Pixel Graphics 19.5%, Retro 14.7%, Difficult 9.9%, Action 8.6%
- #42 Gunborg: Dark Matters
70% matchVery Positive95% of 74 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: 2D Platformer 23%, Shooter 15.9%, Old School 14%, Platformer 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #43 Hyper Bounce Blast
72% matchVery Positive93% of 89 reviews2016
Dev: Flump StudiosPub: Funbox Media Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Hyper Bounce Blast is a stomach-churning retro shooter blended with classic platforming action. Bounce, shoot and dodge to survive the ever-increasing enemy attack. Bring it on!
Why similar: Platformer 27.3%, Action 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Arcade 13.2%, Indie 12.2%
- #44 Gunkid 99
71% matchVery Positive92% of 66 reviews2019
Dev: Yongjustyong
Windows
GUNKID 99 is a fast and frantic 2D arena-shooter that will seriously challenge your skills and reflexes. Craft your own unique play-style and develop crazy combos with numerous weapons and abilities at your disposal! Lay waste to endless hordes of enemies and get that top score on the Global Leaderboards!
Why similar: Difficult 18.8%, Platformer 12.9%, Shooter 12.5%, Action 11.9%, Retro 9.9%
- #45 FullBlast
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 87 reviews2016
Dev: UFO Crash Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Blast your way through waves of alien invaders in this retro style shooter with modern visuals. Collect power ups, destroy the enemy ships and defeat the mega bosses in 12 action packed levels. On your own or with a friend in local co-op mode.
Why similar: Shooter 25.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Retro 13.7%, Arcade 10.8%, Action 10%
- #46 Jets'n'Guns 2
69% matchVery Positive90% of 1,290 reviews2020
Dev: Rake in Grass
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Jets'n'Guns 2 is a side-scrolling space shooter with insane levels of action and destruction. Travel the galaxies and unleash an arsenal of the deadliest weapons and devices to save the universe from its inevitable doom.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.1%, Action 29.6%, Indie 13.1%, 2D 6.9%, Colorful 4.3%
- #47 Mechstermination Force
73% matchMixed55% of 170 reviews2020
Dev: Hörberg ProductionsPub: Flyhigh Works
Windows
Join the Mechstermination Force and save the world from the gigantic MegaMechs!
Why similar: Action 41.5%, 2D Platformer 28.7%, Indie 20.2%, Robots 9.5%
- #48 BRUTAL JOHN 2
66% matchVery Positive95% of 485 reviews2025
Dev: OldSchool Laws Team
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Join BRUTAL JOHN and BRUTAL DOG in a ultraviolent old-school FPS set in a world overrun by crypto-mining technologies, where it’s up to you to destroy them and reclaim control. Prepare for an adrenaline ride that pays homage to the best shooters of the '90s.
Why similar: Old School 38.9%, Shooter 26.5%, Retro 23.1%, Action 9.5%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #49 Steel Assault
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 440 reviews2021
Dev: Zenovia InteractivePub: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Punch, whip, and zipline your way through a post-apocalyptic America in this 16-bit retro-style action platformer! Play as Taro Takahashi, a resistance soldier on a revenge mission against the dictator who lords over the ashes.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.3%, Difficult 17.3%, Old School 14.1%, Retro 9.9%, Platformer 8.5%
- #50 Blazing Chrome
69% matchVery Positive88% of 1,938 reviews2019
Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Retro 16.1%, Difficult 14.6%, Shooter 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.5%
- #51 Undercroft Warriors
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 502 reviews2024
Dev: Fuzzy
Windows
Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!
Why similar: Difficult 25.3%, Shooter 15.6%, Old School 15.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 11%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #52 Akimbot
67% matchMostly Positive80% of 785 reviews2024
Dev: Evil RaptorPub: PLAION
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Shooter 29.4%, Platformer 25.3%, Action 10.2%, Retro 8.6%, Robots 8.4%
- #53 Contract Rush DX
65% matchVery Positive100% of 232 reviews2025
Dev: FigburnPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Contract Rush DX is a hand-animated 2D Shoot 'Em Up, with multiple playable characters. Explore the world, collect powerful upgrades throughout levels, and unleash them to defeat difficult boss battles!
Why similar: Difficult 29.3%, Shooter 14.1%, Platformer 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Old School 12.1%
- #54 Corebreaker
64% matchVery Positive93% of 145 reviews2026
Dev: aQuadiunPub: Astrolabe Games
Windows
Corebreaker is a fast-paced action-platformer game with rogue-like elements. Play as Nova, a robot designed to awaken when humanity is extinct by the machines. Unlock abilities, upgrades and powerful weapons as you fight your way through supreme robots to find out your purpose!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.9%, Shooter 20.4%, Platformer 15.7%, Retro 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #55 Galactic Battles
72% matchMostly Negative37% of 126 reviews2018
Dev: IndieLipPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 23%
Galactic Battles is a complex 2D top-down space shooter in which you have to fight with alien invaders.
Why similar: Action 46.5%, Retro 32.8%, Indie 20.7%
- #56 Flashback 2
69% matchMixed45% of 155 reviews2023
Dev: Microids Studio ParisPub: Microids
Windows
Immerse yourself in an action-packed cyberpunk universe where the fate of humanity itself hangs in the balance. The Morphs are preparing their final attack, determined to enslave every civilization in the Solar System — and it's your mission to fight back!
Why similar: Retro 23.1%, Action 18.8%, Platformer 17.6%, Arcade 15%, Aliens 9.5%
- #57 ChainStaff
64% matchVery Positive94% of 85 reviews2026
Dev: Mommy's Best Games
Windows
ChainStaff is a brutal action-platformer with a transforming spear and grappling hook, blazing weapon upgrades, and a rocking soundtrack. Aliens have attached to your head! Swing, shoot, and spear your way through mutating hordes and bone-shaking boss fights, and get this thing off your head!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 27.2%, Retro 15.4%, Difficult 13%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.2%, Action 8.5%
- #58 Railgunners
66% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: Expresso Studios
Windows
Railgunners is a shooter built to highly customizable difficulty levels. Fight your way through hundreds of enemy ships, and help humanity fight back against the alien invasion!
Why similar: Difficult 20.1%, Shooter 12.8%, Retro 12%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.9%
- #59 Rogue Invader
67% matchVery Positive92% of 65 reviews2021
Dev: Squishy Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
1-Bit Roguelite Action Shooter.
Why similar: Shooter 27.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, Retro 15.8%, Aliens 12.5%, Action 10.4%
- #60 Super Mutant Alien Assault
68% matchVery Positive86% of 175 reviews2016
Dev: CybernatePub: Surprise Attack
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
The Citizen Kane of Super Crate Box clones - dance with death through randomised rooms to clear your space freighter of irradiated aliens in a brutal arcade platformer shooter stuffed to the brim with unlockable weapons, explosives, special abilities and defense moves.
Why similar: Difficult 15.3%, Platformer 14.8%, Shooter 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Action 11.7%