- #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%, Indie 20%
- #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 46.1%, Perma Death 25.5%, Indie 11.8%, Exploration 8.3%, Atmospheric 8.3%
- #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 57.2%, Action 34.2%, Indie 8.6%
- #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 46.5%, Perma Death 41.4%, Indie 12.1%
- #6 Dissection
93% matchMixed62% of 37 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 67.9%, Indie 17.7%, Perma Death 14.3%
- #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 80.1%, Indie 19.9%
- #8 Anomalous zone
88% 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 41.1%, Perma Death 37.1%, Exploration 18.4%, Indie 3.4%
- #9 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 46.5%, Perma Death 41.4%, Indie 12.1%
- #10 Go Outside
86% matchMixed60% of 24 reviews2024
Dev: BackiiPub: AVAI Interactive
Windows
sometimes you should just turn off your PC and go outside
Why similar: Open World 40.1%, Action 24.7%, Exploration 19.3%, Atmospheric 8.1%, Indie 7.7%
- #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 79.3%, Indie 20.7%
- #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 79.3%, Indie 20.7%
- #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%, Open World 35%, Indie 13%
- #14 GROW: Wild West
89% 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 29.2%, Exploration 25.3%, Atmospheric 23.9%, Indie 21.6%
- #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 52.4%, Action 43.9%, Indie 3.8%
- #16 Marauder Knight
78% 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 54.9%, Action 24.5%, Exploration 20.6%
- #17 Brutal Warrior
87% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Nathan Entertainment
Windows
Brutal Warrior is a brawler/action game
Why similar: Action 100%
- #18 Dandy: Or a Brief Glimpse Into the Life of the Candy Alchemist
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 56 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 46.9%, Perma Death 41.6%, Indie 11.5%
- #19 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%
- #20 MY FIGHT
84% matchMixed64% of 89 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 90.4%, Indie 9.6%
- #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 89.4%, Indie 10.6%
- #22 Another Rocket Game
83% match5 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 79.3%, Indie 20.7%
- #23 Colosso Crystal Skulls
85% 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%
- #24 DYNASTY WARRIORS 9
82% matchMostly Negative36% of 10,215 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 93.6%, Open World 6.4%
- #25 Lost Socks: Naughty Brothers
81% 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 89.3%, Indie 10.7%
- #26 Mall Mayhem
81% 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%, Indie 20%
- #27 BitMaster
80% matchMixed64% of 209 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%, Indie 12%
- #28 The Juicer
79% matchVery Positive90% of 354 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 94.5%, Indie 5.5%
- #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 29.2%, Action 24.8%, Exploration 22.7%, Atmospheric 19.8%, Indie 3.5%
- #30 Sinners of Deadgrove
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CalamaroBlu
Windows
A brutal first-person exploration game with deep combat and survival elements. Play as a Sinner, fighting against mutated creatures with nothing but your skills and equipment, and unravel the mysteries of this land. No magic, no potions, no handholding. Play alone or with a friend.
Why similar: Perma Death 31.8%, Open World 26.8%, Action 15.3%, Exploration 15%, Atmospheric 9.3%
- #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 44.6%, Perma Death 43.4%, Indie 12%
- #32 Castle Kong
73% 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 84.8%, Indie 15.2%
- #33 Fur Up
76% 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 79.3%, Indie 20.7%
- #34 ASSASSINATION STATION
77% 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 80.3%, Indie 19.7%
- #35 The Zero Dome
66% 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%
- #36 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%
- #37 Robot Heroes
74% 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%, Indie 15%
- #38 Radical Spectrum: Volume 2
75% matchMixed47% of 30 reviews2017
Dev: Autonomic InteractivePub: New Reality Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 36 minMean: 15.5 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%
- #39 Hippo Sports
75% 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!
- #40 Hidden Dragon: Legend
73% 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 81.6%, Indie 18.4%
- #41 Xenus 2. White gold.
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 366 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 41.7%, Open World 39.4%, Atmospheric 11.3%, Exploration 7.6%
- #42 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 0.6%
- #43 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 84.3%, Indie 15.7%
- #44 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 84.2%, Indie 15.8%
- #45 Hollow Throne
71% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: onyonvoid
Windows
The Galaxy is at it's peak, The Hollow Throne looks horrid, It's going to need heroic deeds, To change the fate that's coming...
Why similar: Action 81.5%, Indie 18.5%
- #46 Cubito Mayhem
60% 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%
- #47 Minotaur Arcade Volume 1
67% matchVery Positive98% of 57 reviews2018
Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.
Windows
Minotaur Arcade brings you arcade-style games with a modern twist, playable in 2D or in VR for that 80s Tron "inside an arcade game" feeling. Vol. 1 consists of two Llamasoft classics - "Gridrunner" as the arcade game that might have been, and "GoatUp" as a light-hearted platformer that will have you baaing...
Why similar: Action 100%
- #48 Feed The Beast
56% 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%
- #49 Socketeer
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 34 reviews2018
Dev: Ice BEAM Ltd.Pub: Alliance Digital Media
Windows · Mac
Strategically hack robots to control their combat abilities and use them to advance deeper into each space station stronghold in this charming sci-fi roguelike.
Why similar: Action 80.6%, Indie 19.4%
- #50 AX:EL - Air XenoDawn
69% 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%
- #51 Oniami
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Futuristic
Windows
A journey across vast lands.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #52 Valkyrius Prime
69% 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%, Indie 20%
- #53 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%
- #54 POLYBIUS
64% matchVery Positive95% of 258 reviews2018
Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.
Windows
POLYBIUS is a fast, trippy tunnel shooter playable on a normal screen or in VR. 50 levels of blissful trance shooting action are set to a blistering soundtrack. The PS4 version was EDGE Magazine's VR GOTY in 2017, and the PC version of the game was even used as the basis for a NIN music video.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #55 Iron Ascension
56% 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%
- #56 Slingshot people
70% matchMixed40% of 1,186 reviews2016
Dev: StalkerAlexPub: StalkerAlex.
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
It's fun to shoot people with a slingshot, but beware, they are armed and dangerous!
Why similar: Action 97.9%, Indie 2.1%
- #57 Ninja Shodown
68% matchMixed63% of 31 reviews2017
Dev: Bitmap BureauPub: Rising Star Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
It’s every ninja for themselves in the ultimate battle for the Jade Katana! Fight alone, team up or take on friends in brutal arena-based combat where the mighty prevail and the weak pay the ultimate price: death and dishonour!
Why similar: Action 100%