Games Like Guns of Fury

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 22.5%, Retro 16.5%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Platformer 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the intense, high-speed run-and-gun action that defines the core combat of the seed game.

A powerful ancient evil has arisen, and the war to save humanity has begun! As an elite agent in the monster-hunting Prodigium organization, you must use a variety of weapons, upgrades, and mysterious artifacts to defend mankind against the supernatural hordes of Princess Ahmanet.

Why similar: Metroidvania 54.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Retro 10%, Platformer 8.5%, Shooter 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a very similar blend of retro-styled gunplay and exploration within a sprawling, interconnected map.

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: Metroidvania 56.8%, Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Retro 7.9%, Side Scroller 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: A definitive Metroidvania that emphasizes unique weaponry and a mysterious, interconnected world.

Pounce inside of your cozy armored mech and set off on a dangerous trek through an alien underworld full of irritable creatures and treacherous obstacles in a valiant effort to save your stranded captain and his crashed spaceship.

Why similar: Metroidvania 47.4%, Platformer 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Retro 10.5%, Side Scroller 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: This charming retro-styled game features tight controls and a focus on suit-based upgrades that feel very similar to the seed game's mechanics.

Xeodrifter is the story of an interstellar drifter traveling the stars on a simple mission of exploration. We join our nomad as he embarks on the investigation of a small cluster of four planets in the omega sector, after a collision with a rogue asteroid damaged his warp core.

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.2%, Platformer 14.9%, Retro 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Side Scroller 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: A short, punchy Metroidvania that focuses heavily on gun-based combat and ability-gated exploration.

Run, jump, shoot, fly and explore your way through a massive action-adventure reminiscent of classic 8- and 16-bit games.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.9%, Old School 13.7%, Platformer 12.8%, Retro 10.7%, Shooter 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for retro-inspired action-platformers, featuring iconic gunplay and a compelling, non-linear world.

Uncover the dark secrets of a gritty, tangled metropolis and battle diabolic villains with your trusty Gunbrella, a bulletproof brolly that doubles as a firearm.

Why similar: Side Scroller 31.9%, Platformer 31.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Combat 6.8%, 2D 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It introduces unique movement and combat mechanics that keep the action fresh while maintaining a classic platformer feel.

Rusted Moss is a twin-stick shooter metroidvania where you sling around the map with your grapple, blasting your way through witches and rusted machine monstrosities alike. This wasteland once harboring mankind has since fallen, and Fae long forgotten now knock on humanity's door...

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.7%, Platformer 21.6%, Retro 11.3%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, physics-based action platformer that rewards precision and creative movement in its combat encounters.

Explore an abandoned space station in this retro-themed explorative action platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 56.8%, Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Retro 7%, Indie 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep, challenging exploration experience with a distinct pixel-art aesthetic and rewarding boss encounters.

Delve into the depths of a mechanical world in this cute, adventure-exploration game. Explore and fight in a land full of corrupt robots and machinery. All while seeking answers to the mysteries around you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 39.1%, Platformer 13.6%, Side Scroller 11.4%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers a polished exploration experience with a focus on retro charm and character-based upgrades.

Inspired by classic shooters like Gunstar Heroes, Metal Slug, and Contra, Greedy Guns brings the run-and-gun formula into the 21st Century! Help these greedy mercenaries survive their most epic contract yet. Explore, explode, survive!

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.7%, Platformer 19.2%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 8.5%, Indie 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game directly mirrors the run-and-gun Metroidvania style with its focus on heavy weaponry and exploration.

Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.8%, Platformer 16.6%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Combat 6%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich action game that blends classic platforming with modern combat mechanics.

Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat.

Why similar: Metroidvania 64.3%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Combat 6%, Action 4%, 2D Platformer 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a challenging combat experience set within a large, vibrant world that rewards thorough exploration.

F.I.S.T.: Forged In Shadow Torch is a Metroidvania action game featuring exploration, intense combat and challenging platforming.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Platformer 16.8%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Retro 8.8%, Old School 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game features fluid combat and a unique steampunk aesthetic that complements its Metroidvania structure.

Join renegade mechanic Robin and uncover the secrets of a dying planet. Explore a big world filled with intricate puzzles, interesting characters and menacing bosses in a beautiful platform adventure that tells a personal story about faith, purpose and the challenge of helping people.

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.1%, Platformer 14.3%, Side Scroller 6.2%, Indie 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished action-platformer that balances narrative depth with satisfying boss fights and gun-based combat.

A handcrafted open-world platformer set in a world built by Mushrooms! Explore different locations filled with secrets, acquire new abilities and use those abilities to reach new places!

Why similar: Platformer 17.3%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Old School 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Side Scroller 12.1%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at platforming challenges and offers a vast, interconnected world to explore.

Run, gun and explore an open undercity in this otherworldly non-linear Metroidvania adventure about the Old Gods, strange creatures and the remnants of a lost world!

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.7%, Platformer 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Side Scroller 8.8%, Retro 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a retro-styled, exploration-heavy experience that can be played in co-op for added fun.

Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.3%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Platformer 14.8%, 2D Platformer 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: It features tight, responsive combat and beautiful pixel art that matches the high quality of the seed game.

Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night is an exploration-focused, side-scroller action RPG by Koji Igarashi. Play as Miriam, an orphan scarred by an alchemist's curse that slowly crystallizes her body. Battle through a demon-infested castle and defeat its master to save yourself, and all of humanity!

Why similar: Metroidvania 71.3%, Side Scroller 11.5%, Platformer 10.1%, Action 3.8%, Adventure 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern classic that offers an expansive world filled with secrets, weapons, and challenging bosses.

Fly through the sky! Rain down fire on the enemy forces from above! Enjoy solid combat and simple non-linear exploration in this high flying side-scrolling action shooter!

Why similar: Metroidvania 25%, Mechs 14.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Platformer 10.4%, Side Scroller 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-style Metroidvania that focuses on exploration and ability-based progression.

A short 2D pixel-style metroidvania where you explore, fight bosses, aquire items and abilities and find secrets. Inspired by games such as You Have to Win the Game and VVVVVV.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.7%, Retro 13.7%, Platformer 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Arcade 6%

Why You'll Like It: A non-linear exploration game that rewards players for navigating its complex, interconnected world.

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 18%, Platformer 16.4%, Retro 14.3%, Shooter 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, retro-style action game that prioritizes intense combat encounters.

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: Platformer 30.1%, Retro 22.6%, Pixel Graphics 18%, Action 14.6%, Indie 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward and effective run-and-gun platformer that captures the spirit of old-school arcade games.

Jett Rider is an arcade shooter packed with action, exploration, RPG elements, tons of humor and awesome bosses. Explore, fight, gain experience, purchase weapons in this exciting adventure.

Why similar: Platformer 20.1%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Shooter 14.8%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Retro 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action-adventure title that features solid platforming and a variety of weapons to master.

A metroidvania that combines the visual style of classic retro games with the fluid gameplay of modern titles. Explore different worlds, face challenging enemies and bosses, and absorb their powers to destroy the Core of Infinitevania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Platformer 17.5%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Multiple Endings 4.6%

Nowhere Patrol is a boss rush game with bullet hell and platforming elements. Inspired by classic action arcade games with it's steep difficulty curve and non-stop action.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.3%, Platformer 27.3%, Action 12.8%, Indie 11%, 2D 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides intense, bullet-hell-inspired action that will appeal to fans of the seed game's combat.

Throw on your nostalgia goggles and travel back in time with Super Win the Game, a retro-core explosion of exploration and platforming action!!

Why similar: Metroidvania 37.5%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Platformer 13.5%, Old School 10.9%, Retro 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: An exploration-focused retro platformer that emphasizes discovery and classic 8-bit aesthetics.

Fly into a charming handcrafted world and go on an adventure that mixes up open exploration with crispy twin-stick shooter action. Fight your way from the shiny overworld to the deepest caves, improve your ship and overcome the dungeons' bosses to rescue your friends!

Why similar: Metroidvania 52%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Shooter 11.8%, Retro 10.6%, 2D 4%

Fantasy metroidvania with a moral choice and hunting the bosses who are not going to patiently wait for you in their lair. Study the monsters. Track'em. Kill'em. Exploration of the vast interconnected fairytale world, an acrobatic combat system and weird locals are what awaits you.

Why similar: Metroidvania 54.8%, Platformer 20.2%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, 2D 4.2%, Action 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: It introduces unique movement and combat mechanics that differentiate it while remaining true to the genre.

Assume the role of Wyatt in this Action/Exploration Platformer as you explore the ruins of a holy city that was lost many years ago. Battle various types of demons, angels, and a new threat known only as the “Ferals”, using swordsmanship, martial arts, and sorcery.

Why similar: Metroidvania 70.3%, Platformer 16.8%, Action 3.8%, Side Scroller 3.4%, Indie 2.7%

Why You'll Like It: It features deep combat systems and rewarding platforming challenges for those seeking a more complex experience.

Explore a kingdom overrun by evil magic as you fight foes with your own magical bow in this retro inspired action-adventure platformer.

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.1%, Platformer 12.6%, Retro 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, 2D Platformer 10.2%

Perceive the future in this time-loop metroidvania.

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.2%, Platformer 17.3%, 2D Platformer 14%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Combat 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: An innovative take on the genre that uses a time-loop mechanic to encourage exploration and experimentation.

Design your own arsenal in Clockwork Ambrosia, a steampunk metroidvania in the vein of a run-and-gun platformer. Join Iris, an airship pilot who must combat an army of deadly robots and monsters, and experiment with over 100 rule-based weapon mods and armors to prevail through this wild adventure!

Why similar: Metroidvania 36.9%, Platformer 15.1%, Shooter 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Retro 11.3%

Explore a stunning hand-crafted world ravaged by war and ruled by a evil tyrant. Face a wide variety of enemies as you customize your strategy, switch weapons, and unlock powerful abilities

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.8%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Platformer 16.8%, Shooter 4.6%, 2D 3.4%

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 21.3%, Retro 14%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Old School 12.4%, Shooter 8.1%

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 18.3%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Shooter 14.1%, Platformer 12%, Retro 11.6%

Fight for your life in this state-of-the-art 8-bit platformer!

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Platformer 12.9%, Retro 12.6%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Shooter 10.4%

Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.

Why similar: Platformer 25%, Pixel Graphics 16.1%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Retro 14.9%, Side Scroller 12.8%

Critically-acclaimed action-RPG that takes the template laid down by classics like Wonder Boy, nails the 16-Bit aesthetics for nostalgia fans, but updates the mechanics to feel fresh and modern. Explore a beautiful open world and plunder dungeons, caves and forests to help take down epic bosses!

Why similar: Metroidvania 49.2%, Platformer 12.3%, Retro 11%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Indie 6%

Xenosis is a thrilling metroidvania where you traverse an ancient temple that has been overrun by alien creatures. Armed with your blaster, you must combat a variety of challenging enemies and upgrade your weapon to escape

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Platformer 12.6%, 2D Platformer 10.7%

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: Metroidvania 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Mechs 12% ★, Old School 9.3%, Platformer 8.1%

Prison City is a dystopian, action-packed side-scroller with tight mechanics and intricate level design. Battle Techno-Terrorists with your chakram and grenades, eat hot dogs for health, and locate contacts to help take down bosses.

Why similar: Old School 16.1%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Retro 14.4%, Platformer 13.8%, Shooter 13.2%

BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.2%, Old School 15.3%, Platformer 12.7%, Retro 11.3%, Side Scroller 11.1%

Ghoulboy is a retro-inspired action platformer. Explore a magical realm of dungeons, towns, treasures and devious monsters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 28%, Platformer 15.4%, Retro 13.3%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%

Foregone is a fast and fluid 2D action-platformer packed with legendary loot and stunning pixel art. Collect an arsenal of powerful weapons and unravel a compelling story of regret and conspiracy as you slice your way through hordes of enemies to save Calagan.

Why similar: Metroidvania 40.1%, Platformer 18.6%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Action 4.4%

Frenetic action and LCD aesthetic! In this 2D Shoot 'Em Up, switch between a robot hero and his benign tumor to stop a bizarre cult. You have 8 hours to save humanity's memory: defeat grotesque bosses, ride the skies on your Future Board, and master the chaos in a retro-futuristic Tokyo.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Retro 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Platformer 8.3%

One Gun Guy is a straight forward no nonsense action platformer, one giant level littered with player upgrades, hazards to tackle, enemies to destroy, a boss to kill, and multiple difficulty settings.

Why similar: Platformer 20.8%, Retro 19.4%, Side Scroller 16.7%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%

A nostalgic metroidvania from the good old days back in 19XX. Take on the role of Sean, a young boy who ventures into the fictional city of Arostia to repay his father's debt. Rescue your 3 friends from imprisonment, defeat strong enemies, all while getting your debt paid in time!

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Retro 10.8%, Platformer 8.3%, Multiple Endings 7.6%

Blast off in a 2D metroidvania adventure bursting with platforming thrills, deep exploration, and explosive action. Assemble a crack team of heroes to save the world in Blast Brigade!

Why similar: Metroidvania 43.3%, Platformer 20.6%, Side Scroller 14%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, 2D 4.4%

Metroidvania style action/platformer with tons of abilities, enemies and exploration.

Why similar: Metroidvania 42.8%, Platformer 19.1%, Old School 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 8%, 2D 4.4%

Make your way through more than 600 rooms, and unravel the secrets of your past by finding the five elemental orbs. Cathedral features a vast world, meant for exploring!

Why similar: Metroidvania 53.6%, Platformer 11.9%, Retro 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Action 5.1%

Enter a virtual world of cyber-landscapes and unravel the mystery behind its creation! "Mighty Gunvolt Burst" is a retro-style 2D side-scrolling action game with an authentic feel. Play as "Beck," "Gunvolt," or "Ekoro," and experience their new stories in this unique parallel universe.

Why similar: Retro 41.1%, Platformer 39.8%, Action 19.1%

Embark on a heartfelt Mushroomvania adventure through a vast and dense interconnected world! It's like a mix of retro and modern classics!

Why similar: Metroidvania 46.6%, Platformer 13.5%, Old School 10.5%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Retro 4.4%

Mighty Goose is a fast paced run & gun shooter starring a bounty hunter Goose. Use epic weapons and devastating war machines to battle against screen filling bosses and hordes of enemies!

Why similar: Mechs 24.8% ★, Platformer 17.3%, Side Scroller 16.9%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%

A huge hand-crafted world packed with 13 unique bosses, a gripping story, and tons of enemies, Spaceport Hope is the ultimate test of gaming prowess.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.6%, Platformer 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Retro 7.5%

Experience the thrill of Terminator 2: Judgment Day with arcade action & pixel-perfect graphics! In this unique story blending iconic scenes from the movie with original scenarios and multiple endings, humanity’s fate is yours to decide.

Why similar: Side Scroller 17.9%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Shooter 14.5%, Retro 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 12%

Explore the depths below a remote mountain town in this procedurally-generated Adventure Platformer. Taking inspiration from hack 'n slash dungeon crawlers and Metroidvania-style platformers, Chasm will immerse you in a fantasy world full of exciting treasure, deadly enemies, and abundant secrets.

Why similar: Metroidvania 54.2%, Platformer 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Side Scroller 7.7%, Indie 3.3%

Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong.

Why similar: Old School 20.3%, Platformer 16.9%, Shooter 14.6%, Side Scroller 14%, 2D Platformer 13%

Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!

Why similar: Metroidvania 48.9%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Platformer 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, 2D 4%