- #1 De Mambo
94% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: The Dangerous Kitchen
Windows · Mac · Linux
Spicy action for 1-4 players! De Mambo lets players take control of up to four characters locked in infinite Mambo! Help them escape this horrible—and somewhat provocative—despair!
Why similar: Action 80.3%, Indie 19.7%
- #2 Shuriken and Aliens
96% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Glass Bubble Software
Windows
In a world taken over by strange aliens, a lonesome ninja and his sword are humanity’s last standing hope. Fight your way head on, or strike your enemies from the shadows without them ever noticing, the choice is yours.
Why similar: Action 46.4%, Perma Death 25.3%, Indie 11.7%, Exploration 8.3%, Atmospheric 8.2%
- #3 Lost Sea
96% matchMixed62% of 71 reviews2016
Dev: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
After a freak storm over the Atlantic, you find yourself stranded on the shores of a mysterious island. Do you have what it takes to escape the Lost Sea?
Why similar: Perma Death 57%, Action 34.5%, Indie 8.5%
- #4 Defense Task Force - Sci Fi Tower Defense
95% matchMixed66% of 53 reviews2018
Dev: ChillX Ltd
Windows
Defense Task Force Featuring Large Scale Procedurally Generated Tower Defense Battles with FPS Quality Visuals and Infinite Waves. 10 tower types, with different attacks , 3 levels plus boosts. 25 Enemy alien species: Regulars, Swarmers, Racers, Cloakers, Healers, Boss Units and Spawners.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #5 Captain Contraband
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zweihander Games
Windows
In Captain Contraband, you play a ship captain trying to smuggle, trade, or pirate their way across the sea, and into legend. The sea is filled with all manner of pirates and vultures waiting to feast on their next meal - and that’s just the ones that are alive. The dead have become a menace of late.
Why similar: Action 46.8%, Perma Death 41.2%, Indie 12%
- #6 Dissection
93% matchMixed63% of 38 reviews2020
Dev: RandomSpinPub: RandomSpin
Windows
I don’t remember how I got into this house. I only know that I need to quickly find a way out. Something terrible is walking around the house and looking for me.
Why similar: Action 68.3%, Indie 17.5%, Perma Death 14.2%
- #7 Simplefield
94% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2017
Dev: M&H SoftPub: Ragnar
Windows
Simple Field is a classic multiplayer first-person shooter. The game is based on the low poly styles and offers a selection of maps and weapons.Or use a jetpack! Before running or jumping on the roof of the building
Why similar: Action 80.3%, Indie 19.7%
- #8 Arena Experiment
92% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: ili Games
Windows
Arena Experiment puts you in the role of a participant in a reality show, where your only task is to survive in a closed zones called Arenas for as long as you can.
Why similar: Action 46.8%, Perma Death 41.2%, Indie 12%
- #9 Anomalous zone
87% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Zimka2024
Windows
You will have to visit an anomalous zone from which there is no exit unless you possess an artifact with which you can open a portal, an exit from the zone
Why similar: Action 41.4%, Perma Death 36.9%, Exploration 18.4%, Indie 3.3%
- #10 Go Outside
86% matchMixed58% of 26 reviews2024
Dev: BackiiPub: AVAI Interactive
Windows
sometimes you should just turn off your PC and go outside
Why similar: Open World 40.2%, Action 24.9%, Exploration 19.2%, Atmospheric 8.1%, Indie 7.6%
- #11 Maybot Run
91% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2017
Dev: R.Mangumpory
Windows · Mac · Linux
Help Maybot run, jump, slide, and shoot her way to a strong & stable dystopia in this hilarious political infinite runner. Fight massive bosses, collect votes to unlock new characters & upgrades, dash through multiple levels - all to create an elitist dystopia where the few are the rulers.
Why similar: Action 79.5%, Indie 20.5%
- #12 Arrowpoint
90% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2017
Dev: Spotted Zebra Software LLC
Windows
Test your skill in this arrow shooting, leaderboard focused on-rails shooter. Set out on horseback, fire at challenging targets, and battle a giant, flying, cyborg whale! Can you reach the top of the leaderboard?
Why similar: Action 79.5%, Indie 20.5%
- #13 No Way Out
89% matchMixed45% of 141 reviews2018
Dev: Rafael FariasPub: Fiassink Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
You are alone. Except for the zombies! But there are guns and some ammo. You can fight, but there is No Way Out of this city infested with hideous creatures that will chase you to the end!
Why similar: Action 52.2%, Open World 35%, Indie 12.8%
- #14 Brutal Warrior
89% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Nathan Entertainment
Windows
Brutal Warrior is a brawler/action game
Why similar: Action 100%
- #15 S-Project 66
79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: WorldMGames
Windows
Survive this nightmare by hiding in your surroundings. Be discreet, because death will be final.
Why similar: Perma Death 52.1%, Action 44.2%, Indie 3.7%
- #16 Marauder Knight
77% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: MsGlobal
Windows
In the "Marauder Knight" game, you try to become the most skilled thief by stealing legendary ore. With each ore you steal, the number of knights and the risk of getting caught increases. Use your skills to evade them and discover new missions. Are you ready?
Why similar: Perma Death 54.7%, Action 24.8%, Exploration 20.5%
- #17 GROW: Wild West
86% matchMixed65% of 34 reviews2018
Dev: Armatur Games
Windows
GROW: Wild West is an interactive cartoon, that tells us about events occuring in a small town in wild west. Become a mayor and lead the development of the town and follow the story in the best traditions of a spaghetti-westerns of the last century. Fates of the residents of a small provincial town depend on you!
Why similar: Action 29.5%, Exploration 25.3%, Atmospheric 23.7%, Indie 21.5%
- #18 Colosso Crystal Skulls
88% matchNo user reviews2018
Dev: Thomas CampanaPub: Campana Productions
Windows
Classic style 3D 1st person shooter by Campana Productions. Making games for twenty years and more. Colosso Crystal Skulls is the latest game in the Colosso Adventure series. Don't miss out on the action and the adventure. Nothing is better than a classic style game.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #19 MY FIGHT
84% matchMixed63% of 91 reviews2018
Dev: TrisPix Studio
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
MY FIGHT - a computer game in the fighting game genre , performed in the best traditions of the genre . It allows players to fight for their favorite bloggers and show everyone how much he is cool , but the game , meanwhile , will record the results and compare them with other players !
Why similar: Action 90.5%, Indie 9.5%
- #20 Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist
85% matchMostly Positive75% of 57 reviews2015
Dev: wefiends, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Deceptively whimsical, Dandy is a perma-death side-scrolling shoot 'em up with stacking power-ups. Different on every playthrough, with reactive enemies that force you to use strategy.
Why similar: Action 47.2%, Perma Death 41.3%, Indie 11.4%
- #21 STEELPAW
82% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2019
Dev: DAIRYDOG
Windows · Mac
STEELPAW is a 4-player online brawler where cape-bearing, jet-equipped animals compete for glory, financial independence, and high fives all around.
Why similar: Action 89.5%, Indie 10.5%
- #22 Last Toon Standing
84% matchMixed55% of 22 reviews2017
Dev: marutigames
Windows
A new approach to battle royale, Singleplayer sandbox, fight with 50 or more Bots on large island, Last Toon Standing wins.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #23 DYNASTY WARRIORS 9
83% matchMostly Negative36% of 10,222 reviews2018
Dev: KOEI TECMO GAMES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 114.7 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Experience the thrill of one versus thousands in an all new open world setting with DYNASTY WARRIORS 9! Travel through Ancient China depicted on a single, vast, open-world map, master the new State Combo System, and watch the Three Kingdoms story unfold through a cast of 90 playable characters!
Why similar: Action 93.7%, Open World 6.3%
- #24 Lost Socks: Naughty Brothers
82% matchPositive90% of 49 reviews2016
Dev: Nerf Game Co. Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Set off in chase of the lost Sock! Lost Socks: Naughty Brothers is a brand new platformer set in a crazy world, with infinite fun and hardcore challenges. What sets this game apart is that the main character simply can’t stop, so the onslaught of enemies, barbs and bullets will be intense!
Why similar: Action 89.4%, Indie 10.6%
- #25 Another Rocket Game
81% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2017
Dev: Games By Nemiz
Windows
Actionfyldt 2D-raketspil med kampagnehistorie, singleplayer-tilstand (mod computer) og multiplayer-tilstand (split-screen mod venner). Udfordr dig selv og dine venner i et gammeldags 2D-raketeventyr med et fantastisk soundtrack.
Why similar: Action 79.5%, Indie 20.5%
- #26 BitMaster
81% matchMixed64% of 210 reviews2016
Dev: Vladimir ShlapakPub: Sometimes You
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
BitMaster is a dynamic and colorful twin-stick shooter which design was inspired by such games as Geometry Wars, Crimson Land and Satellite Reign. Game powered by Unreal Engine 4!
Why similar: Action 88.2%, Indie 11.8%
- #27 ASSASSINATION STATION
80% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2017
Dev: Fabio Biancarelli
Windows
ASSASSINATION STATION is a dastardly difficult stealth pixel shooter featuring procedurally generated levels, a sky-high skill ceiling, competitive scoring system, and frenetic, smoke-smooth gameplay.
Why similar: Action 80.5%, Indie 19.5%
- #28 The Juicer
79% matchVery Positive90% of 355 reviews2015
Dev: Anvate Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The game is a cheerful shooter with a user-friendly gameplay in an original setting.
Why similar: Action 94.6%, Indie 5.4%
- #29 Somewhere in a Clay Nowhere
74% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Louie Waynward
Windows
An exploration-based language decoding game made out of clay!
Why similar: Open World 29.3%, Action 24.9%, Exploration 22.7%, Atmospheric 19.6%, Indie 3.5%
- #30 Hidden Dragon: Legend
77% matchVery Positive85% of 82 reviews2018
Dev: MegaFun Games Ltd.Pub: GAMEPOCH
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Hidden Dragon is 2.5D action platformer taking place in Imperial China, combining classic platform action with fast-paced combo fighting, harkening back to classics like Ninja Gaiden, The Devil May Cry and Shinobi.
Why similar: Action 81.9%, Indie 18.1%
- #31 The Little Slime
78% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2018
Dev: SudoTilt
Windows · Mac
The Little Slime is a shooter action platformer with roguelike elements. Enjoy the adventure of a slime with 4 Stage, Random Map, 100 Item, 5 Character, 5 Ending, 63 Monster, 10 Boss, 3 Mode.
Why similar: Action 45%, Perma Death 43.1%, Indie 11.9%
- #32 Castle Kong
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 54 reviews2020
Dev: Drowning Monkeys Games
Windows
Relive classic arcade action in an all new title! 4 stages, 22 levels, and a kill screen. 1 coin* , 3 lives - set the high score. Stop the evil BaronMan and save PrincessGirl! *(Meaning no restarts or additional lives. there are no actual coins on the PC version of the game)
Why similar: Action 85%, Indie 15%
- #33 Feed The Beast
65% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Tomasz Banaś
Windows
Make The Beast eat all the other players, that's the point of the game. But also! You have many characters to chose from, all of which have their unique abilities that can aid you with fighting your opponents.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #34 The Zero Dome
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pillow Head Games
Windows
Float, build and shoot in VR in the zero gravity arena known as "The Zero Dome" . Mixing elements of arcade and survival games, The Zero Dome is a sandbox arcade game like no other, built from the ground up for VR.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #35 Zorbit's Orbits
76% matchMixed57% of 40 reviews2017
Dev: Happyrock StudiosPub: New Reality Games
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Started by two pals with no experience while they were working at a dry cleaners, Zorbit's Orbits involves hardcore platforming elements, puzzle solving, and intense boss fights. The levels are circular, requiring the player to consider each planet's gravity as they hop or orbit between them.
Why similar: Action 97.3%, Indie 2.7%
- #36 Robot Heroes
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 69 reviews2017
Dev: Heroes Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 6 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Control the mysterious robot army to resist falling giant aliens.
Why similar: Action 85.2%, Indie 14.8%
- #37 Radical Spectrum: Volume 2
76% matchMixed47% of 30 reviews2017
Dev: Autonomic InteractivePub: New Reality Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 36 minMean: 15.6 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Radical Spectrum Volume 2 is an arcade-style platformer, featuring constant, endless action. Doc DuBrane is gearing up once again to save Nucleusport. After a crushing defeat, the reckless alien Prince FaceBox and his minions have relocated to the in-construction Sine Wave Tower, the tallest building ever (almost) built.
Why similar: Action 97.4%, Indie 2.6%
- #38 Mall Mayhem
75% matchMixed60% of 15 reviews2017
Dev: Titanium Game Studios
Windows
Mall Mayhem is a game with one very simple goal: destroy the mall. How you do it is up to you. In your arsenal is a variety of abilities perfect for the job. Almost every object in every mall can be destroyed so your destructive spree won't end anytime soon. Watch out for shoppers!
Why similar: Action 80.3%, Indie 19.7%
- #39 Cubito Mayhem
64% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Heizhu Games
Windows
Cubito Mayhem is an top down 2D twin stick shooter with rogue-like and bullet hell elements that uses dense, chaotic and action packed levels and bossfights to tell the story of a square shaped citizen that refused to follow the traditions and guidelines of the society it is a part of.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #40 Fur Up
73% matchPositive93% of 28 reviews2017
Dev: Snowflurry Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Fur Up is a simple and sweet arcade score-chasing game. Constantly beat your previous score if you're playing alone, or survive the longest if you're playing against others.
Why similar: Action 79.5%, Indie 20.5%
- #41 Hippo Sports
73% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: Crenetic GmbH StudiosPub: familyplay
Windows
Train with the clumsy hippo and push him to excel in fun activities! Whether it’s karate, jump rope or trampoline acrobatics – there’s something for everyone!
- #42 ZERONE Episode 1 Gunner
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Atticfab
Windows
ZERONE is a Hyper Action VR FPS Game. It provides a dynamic action and hitting sense through the ability, such as firing a weapon or defending a missile from enemy, to disarm an enemy attack.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #43 Dark Places
71% matchMixed56% of 146 reviews2019
Dev: Madbox Entertainment
Windows
Dark Places is a psychological single-player game set in a surreal world filled with horrific creatures and nightmarish delusions. Solve puzzles and try to survive.
Why similar: Action 98.9%, Atmospheric 0.6%, Indie 0.5%
- #44 Red Number: Prologue
73% match9 user reviews44% of 9 reviews2017
Dev: AntonyStiv
Windows
You have to survive on Mars as a simple technique of John, he will have to fight with dangerous enemies, find other survivors and learn that the accident occurred in the colony "a New Dawn".
Why similar: Action 84.5%, Indie 15.5%
- #45 Xenus 2. White gold.
71% matchMostly Positive73% of 370 reviews2016
Dev: Deep ShadowsPub: GFI
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Caribbean islands; islands full of secrets, mystery and the spirit of romance. These islands are both beautiful and lethally dangerous. Centuries ago the waters of this region were teeming with pirates and adventurers... and frankly, not much has changed since then.
Why similar: Action 41.8%, Open World 39.4%, Atmospheric 11.2%, Exploration 7.5%
- #46 Missileman Origins
72% matchPositive80% of 20 reviews2017
Dev: Ryan SilbermanPub: Opium Pulses Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Missileman Origins is a retro-esque action-platformer set in a world where robots and humans co-exist as civilians. Missileman himself is a humble bot that wishes he could, one day, become a hero. He knows he has the potential to be one, but it's never fully realized just how capable he would be.
Why similar: Action 84.4%, Indie 15.6%
- #47 Iron Ascension
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Trolygon Studios LLC
Windows
A virtual reality only climbing game set on large moving machines. You are a repair robot sent to diagnose and fix utilitarian machines that were created to serve humans and automate tasks in dangerous locations. Careful planning and precise movements are required to complete each stage without falling.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #48 The Warrior
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: KAWAIFU
Windows
After an prison outbreak has gone wrong, surviving inmate Tom Feltrod comes face to face with an inmate who considers himself a "Warrior".
Why similar: Action 100%
- #49 AX:EL - Air XenoDawn
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,354 reviews2015
Dev: Alex PiolaPub: KISS ltd
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Combining the very best of sci-fi and aerial dogfighting gameplay, AX:EL delivers a totally new gaming experience. Create your very own shape-shifting vehicle and dominate both the sky and the ocean.
Why similar: Action 99.7%, Indie 0.3%
- #50 Hypersonic Speed Girl / 超速少女
69% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: disfactNoir
Windows
I want to run the world faster than anyone else! Exhilaration is outstanding, super fast scroll shooting game!
Why similar: Action 100%
- #51 Romans from Mars (Free-to-Play)
67% matchPositive85% of 33 reviews2019
Dev: SidekickPub: Majesco
Windows
You are a Roman Soldier, and you and your crossbow are all that stands in the way of the God of War, Mars, and his invading Martian army. Luckily, Jupiter has endowed you with awesome and terrifying elemental powers of Fire, Ice, Earth, and Lightning.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #52 Valkyrius Prime
70% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2016
Dev: Iridescent Games
Windows
Fight through countless enemies and hulking bosses in this indie shoot-'em-up! Teleport to dodge enemy fire, then counter with an assortment of powerful weapons. Valkyrius Prime features all new character art and story, plus many more improvements over the original.
Why similar: Action 80.3%, Indie 19.7%
- #53 Primal Carnage: Extinction - Workshop Tool
66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Circle 5 Studios
Windows
Why similar: Action 100%
- #54 DEATH TRAIN - Warning: Unsafe VR Experience
69% matchMixed53% of 32 reviews2017
Dev: Nomad Assembly
Windows
WARNING: For safety reasons, uninstall this game during parties or events where uninitiated players have access to it. Death Train VR is not recommended without professional supervision.
Why similar: Action 99.8%, Indie 0.2%
- #55 救う(SHE SAVE)
68% matchVery Positive82% of 51 reviews2017
Dev: いくちおすてご
Windows · Mac
"SHE SAVE" is a short action game that a girl with horns fights to save something. It's necessary to fight dragons that have big power in her mission. She can not jump over an attack of dragon, but she can attack by a sword, and can protects by a shield, can heal by magic.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #56 Oniami
57% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Futuristic
Windows
A journey across vast lands.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #57 Beat
68% matchMixed63% of 64 reviews2018
Dev: Alex Meng
Windows
Basically, the purpose of this game is to pass a level, and listen to the music. Pass a level, and try a harder one. Just use your mouse to choose, and use your spacebar to play, EASY!!! Everyone can play the music. Now, there are 11 different songs in the game, and there will be more. You can also upload your own song in the game.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #58 Cobos
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2017
Dev: Anton Shatalov
Windows
3rd person arena shooter which is so hard to be completed by weak players.
Why similar: Action 100%