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  1. #1 Yui Tui
    97% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    Yui Tui is a 2D Platform Action game where Yako, the protector of the island, has been assigned to eliminate the enemies who infiltrated the island with an intention of ruling over it.

    Why similar: Difficult 13.3%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Retro 10.8%, Old School 10.2%, Gore 9.5%

  2. #2 Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe
    96% matchVery Positive95% of 767 reviews2020
    Dev: FreakZone GamesPub: Retroware
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Control "The Nerd" in a retro-inspired action platformer! It's two games in one, remixed and rebalanced to bring you the ultimate experience of Nerd Rage. Featuring stylized pixel art inspired by classic games, a highly energetic soundtrack, and challenging levels -- plus a special NEW chapter!

    Why similar: Blood 20.8%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Difficult 9.8%, Gore 9.3%, Platformer 8.5%

  3. #3 Clash Force
    96% matchMostly Positive78% of 155 reviews2017
    Dev: Spicy Gyro GamesPub: Shiny Dolphin Games LLC
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 35%

    A bite-sized, 8-bit style run-and-gun inspired by Saturday morning cartoons of the 80s!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Retro 12.8%, Difficult 12.5%, Platformer 10.8%

  4. #4 Destructivator 2
    95% matchVery Positive96% of 55 reviews2020
    Dev: Pug Fugly GamesPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows

    A platform shooter that brings 90's gaming smashing into your face! Blast and insta-melee your way through hordes of alien soldiers, robots, bosses and loads more. Fight on foot, in a fighter or in a bomber. Take on bosses and ensure that the alien menace won't threaten Earth ever again!

    Why similar: Old School 18.1%, Difficult 15.5%, Retro 9.7%, Platformer 9.3%, 2D Platformer 8.9%

  5. #5 Best Buds vs Bad Guys
    94% matchMixed53% of 32 reviews2016
    Dev: Reset Games Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Best Buds vs Bad Guys is a 2D run ’n’ gun from a game developer Dad and his 11 year old son, with a special message behind it. Travel to 11 different worlds, all presented in classic 16-bit style, with a catchy chip-tune soundtrack and lots of over-the-top weapons!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 14.1%, Platformer 13.1%, Retro 12.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

  6. #6 Saturday of Piercing Screams
    94% matchMixed65% of 17 reviews2019
    Dev: derevotyan
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Enemy made the cursed infinite-spanning castle Samozbor as their base. You are best liquidator in the world. Can you survive the ordeals of that forbidden dimension and come home alive?

    Why similar: Blood 21.7%, Old School 11.7%, Violent 11.5%, Gore 11%, Platformer 8.5%

  7. #7 Spacewing War
    93% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2022
    Dev: Pneuma GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Side Scroller 21.1%, Old School 9.9%, Shooter 7.9%, 1990's 7.6%

  8. #8 Full Moon Rush
    92% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2023
    Dev: Silkworm
    Windows

    Take on a howling challenge in Full Moon Rush! This classic shoot 'em up is a bullet hell masterpiece with a boss rush twist. With 15 epic battles and old-school graphics, you'll need expert shooting skills to survive. Customizable health and Assist Mode make it accessible to all.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Difficult 12.9%, Platformer 9.7%, Old School 8.1%

  9. #9 Valfaris
    91% matchVery Positive83% of 2,694 reviews2019
    Dev: Steel MantisPub: Silver Lining Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 45%

    Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.

    Why similar: Gore 16.3%, Platformer 12.7%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.7%, Violent 8.7%

  10. #10 Haunted Lands
    90% matchMostly Positive78% of 165 reviews2026
    Dev: alevgorPub: Alawar
    Windows

    Slay grim cultists, infernal minions, and nightmarish creatures in this dark and bloody retro-inspired action platformer. Uncover secrets, acquire powerful artifacts, and face challenging bosses in the Haunted Lands.

    Why similar: Blood 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Old School 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Difficult 10.2%

  11. #11 Contra Anniversary Collection
    91% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,420 reviews2019
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 37%

    The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.1%, Classic 16.6%, Retro 12.4%, Platformer 10.1%, Difficult 9.4%

  12. #12 Zenith Into Maronarium
    89% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2021
    Dev: derevotyan
    Windows · Linux

    Pilot the Kotel One aircraft. Survive the samozbor invasion.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 16.9%, Old School 14.9%, 1990's 10.9%, Gore 10.3%, Violent 7.8%

  13. #13 Katana Soul
    89% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2019
    Dev: SEEP
    Windows

    Play as the samurai Kan and fight in a dark, demon-infested Japan. Face this 100% arcade experience without any credits or saves: you can only rely on your skills with the katana.

    Why similar: Gore 20%, Violent 18.1%, Retro 8.7%, Platformer 8.6%, Difficult 8.6%

  14. #14 GUN DOG ROCK RAPID
    88% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
    Dev: leimonyaPub: leimonya
    Windows

    Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Side Scroller 17.7%, 1990's 9.6%, Retro 9.3%, Shooter 8.9%

  15. #15 Fallen Leaf
    85% matchVery Positive91% of 274 reviews2024
    Dev: Delta Shore Games
    Windows

    Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes!

    Why similar: Platformer 18.8%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Old School 16.1%, Retro 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%

  16. #16 Donuts'n'Justice
    87% matchMostly Positive79% of 150 reviews2016
    Dev: FobTi interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Donuts 'N' Justice is a fast-paced 2d horizontal shoot-'em-up wherein you take the role of one of two Super Cops in the 1980s to defend their city against gangs, violence and corruption.

    Why similar: Blood 14.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Violent 10.4%, Retro 9.7%, Gore 8.8%

  17. #17 Super Catboy
    86% matchMostly Positive77% of 354 reviews2023
    Dev: PixelpogoPub: Assemble Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 48 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Super Catboy is an action-packed platformer created in a high-bit pixel art style, combining the best elements of the golden 16-bit platformer era of the 90s with some ‘pawsome’ new mechanics! And let’s not forget; there’s plenty of CAT CONTENT!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Old School 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.7%, 1990's 9.3%, Retro 9.1%

  18. #18 Freedom! Do or Die
    86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
    Dev: Julian HenleyPub: Indie Retro Games
    Windows

    When terrorism threatens the world there is no need to send a bunch of iconic movie heroes back from the '80s. One under-funded over-powered mercenary is all that's needed to save the world in this epic run 'n' gun destruction-fest of a homage to Broforce!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Old School 11.3%, Platformer 9.6%, Gore 9.2%

  19. #19 CYNOROID FORSAKEN
    84% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2022
    Dev: Crush-vAdin
    Windows

    CYNOROID FORSAKEN is a free aim platformer that uses the mouse to aim and It is a free aim platformer where you aim with the mouse and move with the WASD keys. With multiple weapons, a laser chainsaw that can be used by right-clicking, and the ability to eat enemy carcasses.

    Why similar: Old School 17.5%, 1990's 12.8%, Retro 9.8%, Shooter 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

  20. #20 The 7th Sign Project
    83% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Try-Estate
    Windows

    The 7th Sign Project is a classic 2D-platformer action game inspired by Doom, Quake, Abuse, and Painkiller games. Our goal is to entertain the player with massive enemy fights, boss fights, and stirring music.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Platformer 14.9%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Old School 9.6%, 1990's 8.4%

  21. #21 Jet Gunner: Refueled
    82% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2025
    Dev: Sinclair StrangePub: Clickteam
    Windows

    Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Side Scroller 14%, Platformer 13.1%, Old School 11.3%, Shooter 7.6%

  22. #22 Gun Crazy
    84% matchMostly Positive71% of 150 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: Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Platformer 13%, Retro 12.2%, Difficult 11.8%, Side Scroller 10.1%

  23. #23 Super Cyborg
    82% matchVery Positive86% of 831 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: Retro 17.7%, Gore 15.3%, Platformer 12%, Difficult 11.2%, Side Scroller 10.9%

  24. #24 Blazing Chrome
    81% matchVery Positive87% of 1,924 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: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Retro 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Platformer 8.4%

  25. #25 Guns of Fury
    79% matchVery Positive88% of 848 reviews2025
    Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.7 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: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Old School 15.5%, Platformer 12.2%, Retro 12%, Side Scroller 10.4%

  26. #26 Gimmick! Special Edition
    81% matchVery Positive81% of 89 reviews2023
    Dev: CITY CONNECTIONPub: Clear River Games
    Windows

    Save the day as a star-shooting, platform-bouncing cutie pie in Gimmick! Special Edition. SUNSOFT's beloved physics-based action platformer finally bursts onto current platforms enriched with a rewind feature, a time attack mode, online leaderboards, and modern extras.

    Why similar: Old School 20.2%, Platformer 16.2%, Retro 15.1%, Side Scroller 11.8%, 1990's 10.4%

  27. #27 Hatchpunk
    80% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Mykhail Konokh
    Windows

    Hatchpunk is a retro first person shooter with unique visual style. You have a gun in one hand and a chainsaw in other hand. So come out and face the hordes of monsters that have invaded Earth. Use grapple hook for efficient movement. Kill enemies in close combat with chainsaw to regain your health.

    Why similar: Blood 20.8%, Old School 17.8%, Violent 12.5%, Retro 12.4%, Gore 12.1%

  28. #28 Offendron Warrior
    79% matchPositive86% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Old School 13.2%, Difficult 13%, Retro 8.5%

  29. #29 👾 Foreign Frugglers
    78% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2019
    Dev: Ultimo Games
    Windows

    The Fruggle is real! Four brave survivors need to protect mother earth from spacey invaders in this pixelated arcade style 2d shoot 'm up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Old School 11.7%, Retro 11.4%, Difficult 9.3%, Gore 9%

  30. #30 The Valley of Super Flowers
    78% matchNegative18% of 11 reviews2020
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    The Valley of Super Flowers is a 2D Platform Action game based on the story of the the valley which had been forcefully captured by an Evil Satanis ruler.

    Why similar: Retro 14.2%, Gore 13.5%, Platformer 13.2%, Violent 10.9%, 2D Platformer 9.5%

  31. #31 Valfaris: Mecha Therion
    74% matchVery Positive92% of 431 reviews2023
    Dev: Steel MantisPub: Silver Lining Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    Therion returns as the hunt for Lord Vroll continues. Pilot an advanced machine of death and destruction in this explosive 2.5D side-scrolling shoot ‘em up, and sequel to the critically acclaimed Valfaris. Strap in and unleash mecha hell!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Blood 15.2%, Gore 12.4%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Difficult 11.3%

  32. #32 Eloriasha
    76% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
    Dev: Ashdev
    Windows

    A simple but challenging old-school action-platformer with a surprisingly emotional story.

    Why similar: Difficult 14.3%, Old School 14.2%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Retro 12.4%, 1990's 10.4%

  33. #33 Thundering Skies
    77% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2017
    Dev: Flat Voxel
    Windows

    A shoot'em up inspired by the 16-bit classics of the genre.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Old School 17.7%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Retro 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

  34. #34 Stellar Raid
    76% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
    Dev: Berry Patch Games
    Windows

    Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Side Scroller 24.8%, Retro 13.3%, Arcade 7.5%, 1990's 6.7%

  35. #35 Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CC164
    Windows

    Blast away wasp scum in Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order! Shoot your way through 12 scenic stages of trees, metal, and more, to eliminate the Wasp Army once and for all!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Old School 13.7%, Shooter 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.6%

  36. #36 R-Type Dimensions EX
    75% matchVery Positive87% of 323 reviews2018
    Dev: Tozai Games, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Classic 14.4%, Retro 7.5%, Action 7.4%

  37. #37 The Perdition Man: Interval
    74% match9 user reviews70% of 10 reviews2023
    Dev: STEX23
    Windows

    The Perdition Man: Interval is a side scrolling run n' gun steeped in heavy atmosphere. You are alone on your mission and unable to control what you see and what you are about to do. In this single player campaign you must traverse platforming sections and push on through hordes of haunting enemies.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Old School 10.9%, Platformer 10%, Gore 9.2%

  38. #38 Awakened Evil
    73% matchPositive98% of 42 reviews2023
    Dev: Deprecated Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Awakened Evil is an action platformer inspired by the classics. Jump and slash your way through intense linear stages that will put your skills to the test. Do you have what it takes to slay all the bosses, and take on evil itself?

    Why similar: Platformer 16.3%, Retro 15.3%, Difficult 14.3%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Action 9.4%

  39. #39 Citadel Stormer 2
    73% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2024
    Dev: Unearthly Resilience Games
    Windows

    Blast your way through a world of deadly robots and monstrous machines in this explosive run-and-gun action platformer inspired by '90s classics!

    Why similar: Old School 17.9%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Platformer 15.2%, Retro 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 9%

  40. #40 Rolling Bird
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 196 reviews2018
    Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    Rolling Bird is a retro arcade shooter, heavily inspired by Namco's 1986 classic 'Rolling Thunder'.

    Why similar: Old School 13.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Classic 10.3%, Difficult 9.1%

  41. #41 Puss in Boots: Fear Not Hooman
    75% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2019
    Dev: Adana Softworks
    Windows

    The legendary Puss in Boots have to go through the worst to save his hooman. Anansi tricks Puss into retrieving Mjolnir, the most fearsome and powerful weapon in existence from Land of the Dead. Now, you too can be part of the fairy world!

    Why similar: Old School 14.1%, Classic 12.6%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Difficult 11.3%, Platformer 10.9%

  42. #42 Jaguar Suns
    71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Mojo Trio Games
    Windows

    Race through 15 progressive levels in this SNES/SEGA style 90's retro speed-run platformer.

    Why similar: Old School 22%, 1990's 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Retro 9.2%, Side Scroller 8.3%

  43. #43 Volgarr the Viking
    72% matchVery Positive81% of 2,445 reviews2013
    Dev: Crazy Viking Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Return to the Golden Age of arcades with a hardcore action platformer that pulls no punches! Possesses all the hallmarks of true classics like Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts (SNES), Rastan Saga (Arcade), Castlevania (NES) and more with precise controls, high challenge, and meticulous design.

    Why similar: Difficult 23.2%, Platformer 20.9%, Retro 12.6%, Old School 10.4%, Side Scroller 6.4%

  44. #44 Skatemasta Tcheco
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 143 reviews2020
    Dev: Marcelo Barbosa
    Windows

    Tcheco is back! Be prepared to survive even crazier stages! Smash, pulverize and destroy - but never lose your gorgeous smile.

    Why similar: Retro 14.5%, Platformer 13.3%, Classic 12.2%, Side Scroller 10%, Difficult 9.7%

  45. #45 The Rift Rebels
    72% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Playthrough Experience
    Windows

    An unknown force from a parallel reality trapped Earth’s energy in three runes. The best resistance fighters have been sent on a critical mission to destroy the runes and seal the dimensional rift.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Platformer 13.8%, Old School 12.3%, Action 8.5%

  46. #46 Lizard
    70% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2018
    Dev: Brad Smith
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Put on a lizard and go for an adventure! Six different ones are scattered across the land, each with a special ability. Carefully hop your way to the top of an active volcano. Surf down a surging river. Swim an underwater lake. Ascend a snowy mountaintop. Can you unravel the mysteries of Lizard?

    Why similar: Side Scroller 12.3%, Classic 11.7%, Retro 11.4%, Difficult 11.2%, Old School 11%

  47. #47 Galactivore
    68% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
    Dev: Fulkult
    Windows

    Galactivore is a gory retro-style action-platformer inspired by the 16-bit era and featuring an all female cast.

    Why similar: Old School 17%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Violent 13.2%, Platformer 13%, Retro 12.3%

  48. #48 BUTCHER
    69% matchVery Positive87% of 1,363 reviews2016
    Dev: Phobia Game StudioPub: Crunching Koalas
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    BUTCHER is a fast-paced, blood-soaked 2D shooter where carnage is the only way forward. Become a ruthless cyborg tasked with eradicating humanity, leaving nothing but blood, guts, and destruction in your wake. There's no such thing as too much violence in this grim, retro-styled gorefest.

    Why similar: Gore 22.5%, Difficult 14.1%, Violent 13%, Platformer 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%

  49. #49 Cybarian: The Time Travelling Warrior
    71% matchMixed60% of 443 reviews2018
    Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.

    Why similar: Retro 13.5%, Platformer 13%, Difficult 12.9%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Old School 10.1%

  50. #50 PigShip and the Giant Wolf
    69% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: Pixel Bones Studio
    Windows

    Pig Ship and the Giant Wolf is a classic Shoot'em Up with a 8btis monochrome aesthetic. Cross the 6 worlds full of enemies and defeat the Giant Wolf to save your brothers.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Old School 11.1%, Retro 11%, Difficult 9.6%

  51. #51 ZURD HUNT
    71% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: DVPub: David Vecchione
    Windows

    In the year 2,000,000,009, a team of bounty hunters infiltrates a massive facility swarming with hostile AI. Can they find Zurd?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Retro 14.9%, Old School 8.8%, Platformer 8.6%

  52. #52 Syder Reloaded
    66% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
    Dev: Studio Evil
    Windows

    Syder Reloaded revives the Syder series in this love-letter to 90s Amiga shmups with upgraded graphics and refined gameplay. Challenging levels, a fleet of ships and a motherload of alien invaders. Get back to your roots and curse at your monitor in this skills-first shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Difficult 11.4%, Retro 11.3%, Old School 10.6%

  53. #53 Promethium
    70% matchMixed67% of 24 reviews2017
    Dev: Xiotex Studios LtdPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Inspired by classic Commodore 64 and arcade games, Promethium is a hard-as-nails retro inspired side-scrolling shoot-em-up that takes place over numerous levels that get harder and harder. If you’re after a nice calm casual game this isn’t it!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Difficult 12.5%, Retro 12.4%, Indie 8.2%

  54. #54 Plushie Bomber
    67% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2023
    Dev: Horizon Edge
    Windows

    Blow your enemies up with their own bombs in this explosive 2D action platformer! Catch the deadly plushies' bombs in time to throw them right back to the sender! Will you uncover the cute fluffy toys' origins?

    Why similar: Side Scroller 21.3%, Platformer 19.5%, Retro 15.1%, Difficult 12%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%

  55. #55 Mega Man Legacy Collection
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 5,200 reviews2015
    Dev: Capcom
    Windows
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Mega Man Legacy Collection is a celebration of the 8-bit history of Capcom’s iconic Blue Bomber featuring faithful reproductions of the series’ origins with the original six Mega Man games.

    Why similar: Classic 20.5%, Platformer 16.4%, Retro 15.1%, Difficult 11.1%, Side Scroller 10.3%

  56. #56 Gates of Zendocon
    68% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
    Dev: Epyx, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    In this classic side-scrolling shoot-em-up, originally published in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a starship pilot trapped in a web of 51 interconnected hostile universes by the evil spider Zendocon.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Side Scroller 20.5%, Retro 17.5%, Old School 8.6%, Shooter 8.1%

  57. #57 Gundroid
    64% matchVery Positive96% of 57 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: Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Side Scroller 15%, Old School 13.1%, Retro 12.4%, 1990's 7%

  58. #58 Hot Guns: International Missions
    66% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2023
    Dev: Quantized BitPub: badd
    Windows · Linux

    Your conventional methods of operation are "shoot first then shoot again!"

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Platformer 11.2%, Old School 10%, 1990's 8.8%

  59. #59 Blooming
    69% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Skyque
    Windows

    Blooming is a 2D action platformer where you wield a bow that transforms into dual blades. Explore interconnected areas in any order, defeat powerful bosses, and absorb their abilities to grow stronger.

    Why similar: Old School 17.7%, Platformer 13.7%, Difficult 13.5%, Retro 12.9%, Side Scroller 9.4%

  60. #60 Contract Rush DX
    62% matchVery Positive100% of 219 reviews2025
    Dev: FigburnPub: Team Ficus
    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: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Difficult 16.8%, Platformer 12.4%, Old School 8.9%, Gore 8.3%

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