- #1 Exteria
97% matchMixed45% of 33 reviews2016
Dev: Mysteria Studio
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Exteria is an old school fantasy first person shooter. Play through the short story and fight for a highscore in survival mode!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #2 ASCII Attack
96% matchMostly Positive76% of 41 reviews2016
Dev: Daisy Maze Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
A Cold War super computer has gone rogue and is printing launch codes for a first strike. There is only one way to prevent nuclear Armageddon; enter the dot matrix, collect the codes, and defeat the ASCII army. ASCII Attack is a retro style indie action title inspired by arcade games of yesteryear.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #3 ReBoot
96% matchMixed62% of 21 reviews2016
Dev: Georgy Topalo
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The game combines modern 3D-graphics and old school gameplay.Forget about peaceful aiming and a sense of superiority over your enemies.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #4 Deathwave
95% matchMostly Negative39% of 33 reviews2016
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Use an arsenal of deadly weaponry and magic as you struggle to defeat a relentless enemy at the gate between your world and theirs in this arcade FPS.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #5 Jamsouls
94% matchMixed52% of 60 reviews2014
Dev: Chromatic Dream
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Get ready for some crazy battles with your friends in the colorful arenas of Jamsouls! In the hope of bringing back the golden era of multiplayer classics, Jamsouls focuses on fast-paced and manic fun with simple and accessible gameplay.
Why similar: Action 58.3%, Indie 41.7%
- #6 Unnamed Fiasco
93% match9 user reviews44% of 9 reviews2016
Dev: Unnamed Fiasco Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Unnamed Fiasco is a local multiplayer game where your mistakes can help you. Every time your character dies, a new clone is created to help you by repeating your past lives actions. Face your friends on intense couch multiplayer matches or go solo on tons of action-puzzle challenges.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #7 Operation KREEP
92% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 reviews2016
Dev: Magic Item Tech
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
An extraterrestrial organism threatens deep space exploration missions! Only trained personnel working as a team can eliminate these infestations. But, the corporation financing the space endeavor has a private mail for you: Cold hard cash for the alien alive! Which side will you choose?
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #8 XENOCAVE
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BLUE LED
Windows
XENOCAVE is a retro-styled, scrolling platformer that elevates the genre with a unique fusion of ability and fine-tuned mechanics inspired by the classics. Specifically, imagine an amalgam of Mario's fluid controls, the double-jump and rapid-fire of Ghosts 'n Goblins, and the themes of Crystal Caves.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #9 GentleMoon 2
91% matchVery Positive87% of 97 reviews2016
Dev: Vidas Salavejus
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
GentleMoon 2 is a second game in GentleMoon series, an action game, filled with jokes and unlogical funny things to make you smile. The objective is to fly to the Moon and get away from the zombies this way. Before your trip to the Moon you collect the things that helps you to survive, like food, a weapon, good music, tv...
Why similar: Action 56.6%, Indie 43.4%
- #10 Quip Anomaly
91% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2016
Dev: mentics
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Quip Anomaly is a deep space dodge 'em up game. Guide Virnu to dodge hazards, acquire research, and obtain power ups. As you unlock each level, you will learn more about Virnu and her story.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #11 Crate Punks
90% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2016
Dev: Laborious RexPub: Skypeak LLC
Windows
the greatest crate-throwing experience since the boston tea party
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #12 Battlemage Training
89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: Mikael Mattsson
Windows
In Battlemage Training you are an aspiring Battlemage. Practice swinging your war wand with speed and precision.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #13 Shoot'n'Scroll 3D
88% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: PlayMobileFreePub: Dikobraz Games
Windows
Helicopter arcade game. Shoot'em-up action with plenty of adventures and adrenaline.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #14 UTLL
89% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Hzq Games
Windows
Tactical - Hardcore and Realistic Shooter. UTLL. Conflict broke out in the military unit. UTLL was split into two after the conflict. UTLL, UT and LL are now. Was that a betrayal ? Whose side are you on ? Host game or join game and capture the bombs !
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #15 The Executioner: Prologue
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LS
Windows
The Executioner: Prologue is a hardcore two-dimensional action platformer. The game serves as an introductory part of an epic story which narrates about an executioner’s adventures in hell. After the sudden and mysterious death you find yourself in hell. Try to escape from the world of the dead back into the normal world.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #16 GunFu Heroes
86% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: TheFifthWaffle
Windows
GunFu Heroes is a quick-paced, 2-4 local multiplayer party game where your goal is to be the last one standing. A variety of weapons introduce different styles of play while various fighters and maps keep the game feeling fresh.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #17 Going Astray
86% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2017
Dev: Slayers' Stronghold Studios
Windows · Mac
Dodge and run your way through a failing ship as you flee for your life. The Syndicate's taking fire and the crew have fled. As you prepare your escape the security system detects intruders on board. As you dawn your suit and race down the halls make sure you align yourself with the gates and match the colors or you could fall victim to...
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #18 Chambered
85% matchPositive81% of 48 reviews2017
Dev: SegFault Games
Windows
Chambered is a single-player, story-based VR shooting game with an emphasis on weapon progression. Featuring trackpad locomotion, 13 guns, and 140+ weapon mods, Chambered is sure to keep you playing for hours.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #19 Contact : Last Defence
83% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: ODIAK Games
Windows
Contact : Last Defence is a VR space action shooter. Complete missions, protect your planet and upgrade your ship. When you are done defending, take the fight to the invaders in Arcade mode and compete for a top spot on the online leaderboard!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #20 Brimstone
84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Asunder Studios
Windows
Take control of a sinner to enter a trial to prove you are worthy to fight the mythic Brimstone. Travel through 3 different zones and kill each zones boss to gain the power of the demons. Fight and fight again until you have the power to kill the Brimstone.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #21 JumpStream
82% matchMixed67% of 21 reviews2018
Dev: Digital Continue
Windows
JumpStream is a competitive platformer built in real-time by an audience, using Mixer Interactive! The goal is to work with your audience to construct an emergent path to complete challenges in the fastest possible time.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #22 One Fantasy Shooter
84% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: 41024
Windows
One fantasy shooter is a first person shooter with big enemies and change gravity system for your hero. Explore the mysterious fantasy world, find secrets, open alternative versions of each level.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #23 No Mans Land
82% matchMostly Negative31% of 13 reviews2017
Dev: Selective Intuition
Windows
No Mans Land is a poly art Zombie Survival game. You can craft, loot and shoot your way around the map. Play alone, or with a group of people. Choose how you lived your life previously, and make your way into a new life, living along side the zombies. Just remember to sleep with one eye open!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #24 Space electrician
79% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: High and WidePub: Bitclock Studio
Windows
Space electrician is a classic falcon in a space setting
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #25 Garrison Gauntlet
80% match7 user reviews43% of 7 reviews2018
Dev: Ryan Silberman
Windows
Garrison Gauntlet is an oldschool-style action-platformer where you play through over four stages of intense challenges! A little robot that is to serve as nothing more than as one of the many robotic minions owned by the evil tyrant, Garrison, you must stop his forces from the inside!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #26 Hyper Void
79% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2017
Dev: IN|Framez Technology Corp.
Windows
Punch your way through waves of enemies and bosses as you travel through volatile and crazy wormholes, all rendered in high-quality 3D with a heart-pumping progressive soundtrack in 29+ challenging levels!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #27 Robot King Part 2: Boss Battles
78% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: Steven Taylor
Windows
The second in a 3 part series, Robot King Part 2 continues the journey of a robot on a quest to find his place in a kingdom where everyone seems bent on his destruction. "Robot King 2: Boss Battles" is as the name indicates: a series of boss battles.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #28 Pencil vs. Eraser
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2019
Dev: Quinn PurdyPub: Bellringer Studios
Windows · Mac
In Pencil vs. Eraser you play as an eraser that fights off evil pencil doodles. Erase the doodles using a variety of weapons to earn money used to upgrade your eraser. Pencil vs. Eraser has an infinite number of levels filled with behaviourally-unique enemies that are hand-drawn to life during gameplay.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #29 Ice Demon
74% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Bob HoodPub: Suits & Sandals
Windows
How long can you survive? In this arcade-style game, employ hand to hand combat and freeze your enemies to get as many kills as possible before you are defeated.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #30 MineFight
81% matchMostly Negative35% of 150 reviews2017
Dev: Talpel Games
Windows
MineFight is a party / fight game, 2 players on the same computer. Needing reflexes and speed and a few thoughts to kill before being killed ! The universe is inspired by the famous game "Minecraft" and its characters are inspired by French youtubeurs.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #31 Last Shark Standing
75% matchPositive96% of 47 reviews2019
Dev: Shark Fin Games
Windows
Last Shark Standing is a couch-play party game where you use your superior fishing skills to throw your friends out of the arena.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #32 4 for the Money Demo
77% matchVery Positive87% of 78 reviews2018
Dev: Lost Marble
Windows
4 for the Money is a fast-paced, side-scrolling action/platformer featuring gameplay and graphics resembling the greats of the NES era. Except you don't need a Four Score to play 4-player! Sit down alone or with a pack of friends and jump in for the action!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #33 web spice
77% matchMixed57% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: дель7inPub: Red twice potato
Windows
The planet was attacked by spaceships. This doesn't bode well. Armed with the most powerful weapons on Earth (including cats), you decide to fight back the invaders.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #34 Punch Bomb
76% matchPositive100% of 36 reviews2016
Dev: Chris Folea
Windows
DO YOU LIKE TO PUNCH THINGS?!Punch Bomb is a virtual reality arcade game where you punch things! Two fully playable game modes with more coming during Early Access!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #35 ARIS
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TBM StudiosPub: Lit Network
Windows
Strategically clear your way of enemies to gather points, salvage killed enemies for extra points, all while avoiding and engaging in combat with other different types of enemies. Added effects and game mechanics make for challenging gameplay in a fast paced environment.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #36 Epsilon Jump Prime
75% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Energize Labs Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Epsilon Jump is a retro, Geometry Wars-inspired arcade game based on a unique warping mechanic where you warp through enemies to destroy them, chaining warps together to get a high score.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #37 GALAXY MONSTER
73% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Small GamesPub: GLD Games
Windows
The action takes place in the alternative reality. Among far stars, heroes fight monsters on arenas. This fight is eternal.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #38 Vector Born
74% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Burning Nebula Studios
Windows
Vector Born is an arcade bullet-hell style game. Blast through waves of unique enemies. Collect powerful upgrades. Destroy everything that stands in your way. Local coop. Controller Support. 4 Levels. Several playable ships. Weapon upgrades. Settings control. Much more to come!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #39 IS -Infinite Stratos- Versus Colors
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2019
Dev: PROJECT YNP
Windows
High-speed 3D action battler! Control the world's strongest powered exoskeleton in Infinite Stratos and aim for the top! Manipulate the varios IS! Master an array of equipment!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #40 Hooklings
71% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: Pasculator
Windows
Hook, pull, jump and do combos to clear 100 screens of enemies, alone or with your friends in this platformer inspired by arcade classics from the 80s.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #41 Impossibox
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Deadly Serious Media
Windows
In Impossibox work your way through 50, sometimes seemingly impossible, levels and show the world what you are made of! Collect the coins to clear the levels. Impossibox has everything a tough platformer needs to challenge your skill.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #42 Mage Guard: The Last Grimoire
63% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Hashbang Games
Windows
Mage Guard is one of the world's first truly gesture based spell casting games for VR. Take on the role of a Guild Mage, tasked with guarding the Guild’s most powerful relic, "The Grimoire". Being the last of its kind, you will defend it against countless waves of enemies that are trying to obtain the precious relic.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #43 Terra Tanks: Defenders of the Earth
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Moss Piglet Games
Windows
A cloud hopping, alien blasting arcade experience that draws elements from classic shoot 'em ups and other iconic games of the 80's arcade era. Assume command of one of the five legendary Terra Tanks to defend the earth!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #44 HERO-E
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 44 reviews2017
Dev: Osky Studios
Windows
Explore a world of underground caves, rescuing swimmers who have been kidnapped by a mysterious black hand ...
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #45 Lots of Balls
70% matchPositive82% of 34 reviews2018
Dev: Paddle Team
Windows
Lots of Balls is a not-so-new game from our brand-not-so-new team based on a... not so brand new concept, BUT with a lot of brand new twists!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #46 Prison Bomber
72% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: Sai Attack
Windows
Prison Bomber is an oldschool arcade shooter, based on classic 2d action games. Your main goal is to rescue your ally from enemies prison. Fight your way through the mass of enemies and beat the high-score.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #47 Cubiques 2
70% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2018
Dev: Dilmer ValecillosPub: Dilmer Games
Windows · Mac
Cubiques 2 is the sequel of our acclaimed indie game "Cubiques". In this new sequel multiple cubes invade this simplistic but very challenging world. Every movement must be well thought out since each movement can affect multiple cubes in the environment.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #48 No Stick Shooter
71% matchPositive83% of 36 reviews2017
Dev: Happy Robot Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Happy Robot presents a fresh take on the classic retro-arcade shooters we all know and love. Featuring 30 levels of non-stop mayhem, a huge variety of enemies, strategic weaponry, and a unique control scheme, No Stick Shooter is packed full of explosive fun!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #49 CANDLE UNDER WATER
69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2019
Dev: polytanQ
Windows
Light a yellow candle by controlling the water level! Easy action puzzle.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #50 HVRGUN
56% matchMixed59% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Jonathan Bartram
Windows
Welcome to HVRGUN, the worlds best Assault Pilot Training program. Where you'll be placed directly into a virtual battlefield and test your ability to dodge, shoot, and destroy an endless onslaught of enemies!
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #51 Sphera Turris
69% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Mark WiedmannPub: Bugslayer Games
Windows
Sphera Turris is a timed rotating platformer where you guide a ball past an array of increasingly difficult obstacles to the top of a tower.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #52 Paintball Chibis
68% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: Raed Abbas
Windows
Shooting game without violence
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #53 Scrapyard Robot Rampage
68% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2019
Dev: Husky OperationsPub: Husky Entertainment LLC
Windows
Fight for the survival in a stylized world, where death is the only guarantee.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #54 Submarine Attack!
65% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2019
Dev: Alexey Kropotin
Windows
The legendary game is now in 3D graphics! Navigate your submarine around the globe through dangerous levels. Encounter, engage and attack enemy strategic submarines, corvettes and heavy missile cruisers using a variety of weaponry.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%
- #55 Glassteroids
67% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: Rotech Digital Ltd
Windows
Glassteroids is a beautiful 3D arcade space blaster. Take classic 80s arcade gameplay, add an extra dimension, retro minimalist wireframe graphics and an epic soundtrack, and you will start to have an idea of what's ahead.
Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%