Games Like Halo: Spartan Assault

Halo: Spartan Strike makes you a Spartan supersoldier battling evil forces. Delve into 30 challenging missions through cities and jungles using a devastating arsenal of weapons, abilities and vehicles including the iconic Warthog against the Covenant and Promethean enemies. *DirectX feature level 10 required*

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 38.9%, Sci-fi 15.8%, Action 12.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 10%, Shooter 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is the direct sequel to Spartan Assault, offering refined mechanics and a similar top-down Halo experience.

HELLDIVERS™ is a hardcore, cooperative, twin stick shooter. As part of the elite unit called the HELLDIVERS, players must work together to protect SUPER EARTH and defeat the enemies of mankind in an intense intergalactic war.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 37.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 27%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Action 7.6%, Top-Down 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: It offers the gold standard for sci-fi twin-stick shooters with deep tactical co-op and intense combat.

Experience the explosive science fiction arcade-shooter that resurrects a much revered franchise in an epic single player and co-op multiplayer campaign.

Why similar: Action 17%, Sci-fi 16.3%, Top-Down 14.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Shooter 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic top-down sci-fi shooter that emphasizes claustrophobic corridors and intense alien encounters.

Shadowgrounds breathes fresh air into the action genre with explosive combat sequences, an innovative weapon upgrade system, and an intriguing storyline. The adrenaline-pumping, top-down gameplay and audiovisual fireworks set the scene for this new action experience which also includes single computer (split keyboard or joystick) co-op...

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 16%, Sci-fi 14.2%, Top-Down 8.9%, Action 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the atmospheric, sci-fi horror feel of fighting waves of aliens from a top-down perspective.

Nex Machina is an intense arcade style twin-stick shooter from Housemarque. Taking hints from both Robotron and Smash TV, Nex Machina focuses on pure action, voxel destruction and competition in the distant, cablepunk themed future.

Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 40.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Action 10.9%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Top-Down 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by arcade legends, this game provides the most polished and intense twin-stick shooting experience available.

The Ascent is a solo and co-op Action-shooter RPG set in a cyberpunk world. The mega corporation that owns you and everyone, The Ascent Group, has just collapsed. Can you survive without it?

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 49.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.1%, Shooter 11.6%, Action 11.2%, Isometric 3%

Why You'll Like It: A visually stunning top-down shooter set in a dense sci-fi world with satisfying weapon feedback and RPG elements.

SYNTHETIK is an unforgiving tactical shooter rogue-lite where freedom and experimentation is key. Fight in a world overrun by the Machine Legion and their Gods. Experience the next level in gun-play and dive into unparalleled build options and Android upgrades. Can you defeat the Heart of Armageddon?

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 54.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 16.6%, Action 11.1%, Shooter 6.4%, Top-Down 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game features deep tactical weapon mechanics and a challenging top-down combat loop that rewards precision.

RUINER is a brutal action shooter set in the year 2091 in the cyber metropolis Rengkok. A wired psychopath lashes out against a corrupt system to uncover the truth and retrieve his kidnapped brother under the guidance of a secretive hacker friend.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 35.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 22%, Action 12.7%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A brutal, fast-paced top-down shooter that focuses on aggressive movement and high-tech weaponry in a cyberpunk setting.

Livelock is a co-operative top-down shooter where you play solo or with up to two allies to break the cycle of infinite war between machines. As one of the remaining Capital Intellects, your role is to unlock Eden and revive humanity.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 41.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 20.2%, Action 13%, Top-Down 9.2%, Sci-fi 8%

Why You'll Like It: A co-op focused twin-stick shooter that features distinct character classes and heavy sci-fi weaponry.

Thousands of aliens, giant spiders, mutant lizards, and more are on the attack - can you survive the onslaught? Crimsonland is a top-down shooter with a touch of RPG. Unlock over 30 weapons and over 50 perks from quirky to brutal. Complete the quest and show your skills in five survival modes.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 22.3%, Top-Down 13.4%, Action 13.4%, Shooter 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential arena-based top-down shooter that focuses on surviving massive hordes of enemies.

Blast your way through enemy lines to defeat Inferno, a madman intent on global domination. Destruction just got awesome.

Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 40.1%, Action 24.5%, Top-Down 16.5%, Top-Down Shooter 11.9%, Shooter 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers high-octane arcade action with a focus on vehicle-based combat and explosive destruction.

Experience the full evolution of the award-winning Geometry Wars franchise and battle through waves of enemies on 3D grids in this frenetic arcade shooter!

Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 62.7%, Action 21.4%, Arcade 5.6%, Great Soundtrack 5.5%, Shooter 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive twin-stick arcade experience, focusing on pure score-chasing and geometric combat.

In this 2-player twin-stick shooter, use a friendly drone for a game-changing abilities. Survive waves, upgrade, and uncover the mystery in this cooperative, action-packed experience.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.6%, Shooter 8%, Sci-fi 7.7%, Action 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: It combines top-down shooting with tactical elements and a unique threat-management system.

Xeno Crisis is an arena shooter in which up to two players take control of battle-hardened marines embarking on a deadly mission to confront an alien menace! Run and gun your way through thousands of adversaries, searching for survivors, and ultimately facing the origin of the outpost's demise.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.7%, Action 8.9%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Top-Down 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, high-quality take on retro twin-stick shooters with tight controls and challenging alien-infested levels.

Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.

Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 38.8%, Sci-fi 16.6%, Top-Down 15.8%, Shooter 13.7%, Action 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: An incredibly fast-paced twin-stick shooter that demands high-level reflexes and constant movement.

From Space is a solo and co-op action-shooter for squads up to four players. Take on the challenge of liberating the earth from an alien infestation with your friends, using over-the-top weaponry in a post-apocalyptic world with awesomely stylized graphics. The apocalypse has never been so much fun!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.1%, Top-Down 11.3%, Sci-fi 10.9%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, co-op focused top-down shooter that pits players against alien swarms with a variety of gadgets.

Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 55.8%, Action 23.2%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 5.2%, Great Soundtrack 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style top-down shooter with high production values and addictive progression mechanics.

Surviving is only half the game. The award-winning atmosphere and gameplay mechanics of the original Shadowgrounds make a triumphant return in this spin off/sequel armed with a slick new feature set! Shadowgrounds Survivor tells the story of the last remaining humans on Jupiter's moon Ganymede, where the alien onslaught is in full force.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.5%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Top-Down 9.9%, Shooter 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel to Shadowgrounds, offering more refined combat and expanded sci-fi environments.

Experience the final explosive chapter in the Alien Breed series and uncover the horrifying truth surrounding the existence of the Breed. Launch discount good thru Nov. 24 10am PST.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 19%, Sci-fi 12.3%, Action 10.1%, Shooter 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A direct and polished top-down sci-fi shooter that continues the intense action of the series.

Fight hordes of Covenant & Flood in this new game mixing Roguelite & Bullet Heaven for hours of mindless fun!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 44.3%, Action 17.4%, Sci-fi 14.7%, Top-Down 8.3%, Shooter 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern top-down shooter that utilizes bullet-hell mechanics and roguelite progression to create a highly addictive loop.

Brutal twin stick shooter with fun and clever enemies. Also has roguelite and Sci-Fi stuff.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 27.4%, Top-Down 10.7%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Shooter 9%

Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter that incorporates roguelite progression and challenging PVE combat encounters.

Play Droid Assault and experience running blaster battles with hordes of rampaging killer robots! Discover a unique tactical arcade shooter, with the fun addictive gameplay of 8-bit classics. You'll need your wits and the help of your acquired droid squad to stay alive in this fast-paced retro actionfest.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.1%, Action 25.6%, Top-Down 14.1%, Sci-fi 13.9%, Shooter 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired twin-stick shooter that features satisfying combat and a focus on tactical droid management.

HELLFRONT is an intense top-down shooter. Conquer ground, build a base, and command your troops in battle! Play PvP or beat the campaign co-op or solo.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.3%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Top-Down 9.4%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, top-down sci-fi shooter designed for quick, intense sessions and arcade-style combat.

Hack and slash? Check. Twin-stick-shooter? Check. 4 player coop to slay hordes of aliens & bosses with your friends? Check. Skills, upgrades, weapons, gears, talismans and more to make you stronger? Check. Wake up, bounty hunter. We have a mission for you. Time to clean up the scum of the galaxy.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 35.3%, Action 25.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 20.4%, Top-Down 8%, Sci-fi 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy top-down game that blends shooter mechanics with hack-and-slash intensity in a sci-fi setting.

Co-operative top-down shooter game available for free. An epic bug hunt featuring a unique blend of co-op play and squad-level tactics.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 25.7%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Top-Down 11.2%, Shooter 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical, squad-based top-down shooter that emphasizes teamwork against alien threats.

The Master Chief’s iconic journey includes six games, built for PC and collected in a single integrated experience. Whether you’re a long-time fan or meeting Spartan 117 for the first time, The Master Chief Collection is the definitive Halo gaming experience.

Why similar: Sci-fi 30.5%, Shooter 17.7%, Action 15.3%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, Aliens 8.9%

Control an advanced hovertank, packed with the most advanced and sophisticated weapons as you fight against extraterrestrial invaders.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 36.2%, Action 23.2%, Shooter 19.7%, Sci-fi 14.6%, Arcade 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-focused top-down shooter that emphasizes speed and heavy weaponry against alien forces.

Tesla vs Lovecraft is an intense top-down twin stick arena shooter from the creators of Crimsonland and Neon Chrome. Play as the enigmatic inventor Nikola Tesla harnessing the static energy to power up Tesla-Mech and give the lovecraftian nightmares a lesson in horror!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 39.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 18.1%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Top-Down 10%, Action 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A frantic twin-stick shooter that features powerful weapons and fast-paced arcade action.

Sequel to the best-seller ​The Red Solstice​. Plan your strategy and infiltrate a real-time tactical battlefield - alone or with up to 7 squad members. Can you demonstrate the combat prowess to survive and secure a future for humanity?

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 37.6%, Sci-fi 26.6%, Aliens 9.7%, Strategy 9.4%, Futuristic 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, tactical approach to top-down sci-fi combat with extensive customization options.

From one of gaming's most iconic sagas, Halo is bigger than ever. Featuring an expansive open-world campaign and a dynamic free to play multiplayer experience.

Why similar: Sci-fi 30.4%, Shooter 23.8%, Action 19.8%, Aliens 8.4%, Singleplayer 6.6%

Halo Wars: Definitive Edition is an enhanced version of the real-time strategy classic, Halo Wars, updated to run natively on PC. Halo Wars: Definitive Edition includes improved graphics, new achievements and all of the DLC created for the landmark real-time strategy game.

Why similar: Sci-fi 33.5%, Strategy 26.2%, Action 13.3%, Great Soundtrack 6.2%, Singleplayer 6%

Nation Red is an ultra fast infinite play arena-based shooter providing an exceptional close-quarter battlefield experience. Fight thousands of zombie mutants and their bosses in frantic bloody gameplay while earning close to 100 perks. Fight in Barricade, Survival or Free Play mode.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 49.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 22.4%, Action 18.3%, Top-Down 7.2%, Arcade 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade-style shooter that focuses on managing massive enemy counts with powerful weapon pickups.

Isometric. Massively Multiplayer. Capture The Flag. Skirmish. Bug Hunt. And more. Welcome to FreeInfantry - the world's first massive multiplayer online isometric shooter.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.5%, Top-Down 9.6%, Sci-fi 9.2%, Shooter 8.8%

PlatinumGames’ revolutionary sci-fi action shooter slide-boosts onto PC. Battle legions of future-tech enemies using a vast arsenal of weapons, including all DLC. Fully unlocked framerate and gorgeous HD resolutions up to 4K. The definitive way to play: war has accelerated.

Why similar: Sci-fi 33.9%, Action 25.2%, Shooter 19.2%, Third-Person Shooter 5.4%, Singleplayer 5.3%

An indie story-driven space shooter with intense battles, escalating enemy waves, and massive boss fights. Choose and upgrade ships, unlock powerful weapons, and protect your allies. Upgrade your base and construct a battleship to take on even stronger enemies. All set to a rock & synth soundtrack.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 27.4%, Sci-fi 10%, Top-Down 9.1%, Shooter 8.5%

Classic Asteroids® updated with modern gameplay and perfected controls. Explore hazardous environments and sneak around asteroids to surprise attack giant bosses. Upgrade your ship to use additional power-ups. Single player or fight with up to 3 friends with intense local coop.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 23.7%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Top-Down 10.2%, Shooter 8.8%

Redout: Space Assault is arcade space battle, coupling the trademark Redout adrenaline with the thrill of combat. Outsmart, outmaneuver, overpower, outclass your opponents in lightning-fast, adrenaline-inducing single-player space combat.

Why similar: Sci-fi 31.2%, Shooter 19.8%, Action 19.5%, Futuristic 7.7%, Space 6.3%

Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with procedurally driven missions and detailed shooting mechanics. Modern features such as real time fighter switching and squadron management make Xenoraid a fresh and thrilling shooter!

Why similar: Sci-fi 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Action 16%, Shooter 15.6%, Top-Down 8.6%

Inferno 2 is an intense, atmospheric twin-stick adventure-shooter. Blast through 80+ levels full of enemies and secrets while upgrading your ship the way you want.

Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 44.9%, Top-Down Shooter 36.7%, Action 16.7%, Adventure 1.8%

Shoot from affar or get nibble away up-close and personal in a boss-rush, bullet-dodging revival of the 1982 Atari classic title, Yars' Revenge. Take on 60 unique enemy encounters alone or with a friend in local co-op.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 24%, Top-Down 10.5%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Shooter 9%

Starship Troopers: Extermination is a 16-player co-op FPS that puts you on the far-off frontlines of an all-out battle against the Bugs! Squad up, grab your rifle, and do your part as an elite Deep Space Vanguard Trooper to take back planets from the Arachnid threat!

Why similar: Sci-fi 31.4%, Shooter 19.7%, Action 19.4%, Aliens 11.2%, Space 5.5%

Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 51.5%, Top-Down 18.1%, Action 12.1%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 4.4%

A.I. Invasion is an action-loaded top-down-shooter in a futuristic setting. The superior machines subjugated the universe. In a wide range of missions you take the role of a soldier and equip and command a team of special units to reclaim the planet system.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 45%, Twin Stick Shooter 25.7%, Action 16.2%, Shooter 7%, Strategy 6.1%

Enter the AI universe and fight evil AIs with a variety of weapons and modifications. AIPD is a top-down coop twin-stick shooter where you can enjoy thousands of possible combinations of enemy and arena permutations that give you an unprecedented and nearly unlimited arcade experience.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 41.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 35.5%, Action 22.8%

Take on the role of a Vault Breaker in search of alien artifacts called “Vaults” and fight against monsters and powerful bosses. You can strengthen your Breakers to explore far-away galaxies that no one has ever reached!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 46.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.2%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Action 8.6%, Top-Down 7.9%

Experience epic space battles while piloting a small, fast fighter ship as part of a fleet that lashes out against enemy factions across stunning procedurally generated star systems in Disputed Space.

Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29%, Action 25.5%, Sci-fi 16%, Shooter 14.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.8%

Cloud Cutter brings you classic arcade shoot ‘em up gameplay in top notch graphics. Enjoy intense fast-paced explosive action full of epic destruction, arcade style power-ups, lasers and of course huge multi-stage boss fights.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 25.3%, Action 10.7%, Shooter 10.5%, Top-Down 10%

You & your friends are the deadliest killers in the galaxy – the US Colonial Marines. It’s up to you to not just survive, but wipe out the Xeno infestation.

Why similar: Action 29.6%, Sci-fi 27.8%, Shooter 18.2%, Aliens 13.9%, Space 3.9%

From commanding the battle standing on the bridge of your flagship all the way down to tactical infantry firefights - AFF brings together all the combat you ever wanted in a rich science fiction setting. Boarding, pilotable capital ships, deep weapon customization and full AI support included!

Why similar: Sci-fi 42.6%, Action 31.4%, Space 7.8%, Shooter 7.7%, Multiplayer 4.5%

Can you survive the alien onslaught? Gamers across the world will now have a chance to play the next chapter in this high-budget, high-quality series.

Why similar: Action 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Shooter 13.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.4%, Sci-fi 11.7%

Break through unlimited waves of enemies and fight unpredictable bosses!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.6%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Action 14.2%, Top-Down 12.3%, Shooter 11.3%

“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Action 48.2%, Shooter 24.2%, Arcade 13.3%, Multiplayer 5.6%, Great Soundtrack 4.7%

Splitgate is a free-to-play, fast-paced multiplayer shooter that features player-controlled portals. This sci-fi shooter takes the FPS genre to a new dimension with its portal mechanics, delivering high-flying, multi-dimensional combat.

Why similar: Shooter 33.2%, Action 27.7%, Sci-fi 27%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Strategy 5.3%

Obliterate a never-ending horde of enemies while you attempt to reach the 30 minute mark. Race to earn XP and level up to gain new items and opportunities for each run to become stronger than the last.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 39.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 28.4%, Action 14.1%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 3.5%

Immerse yourself in massive fleet battles where your dog-fighting skills will directly affect the fate of the cosmos.

Why similar: Sci-fi 35.4%, Action 27.2%, Shooter 16.1%, Space 9.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%

Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 38.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 29.4%, Top-Down 11.2%, Shooter 10.1%, Action 7.4%

Tactical Vehicle Action! Featuring diverse missions; stage daring rescues, manage resources, assault enemy bases and fight back against a sinister enemy. Strategic single and multiplayer gameplay, balance your vehicles speed, firepower, fuel and load capacity to overcome challenging missions.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 37.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 27.3%, Action 11%, Shooter 9.2%, Strategy 4%

Lead Eliosi, a wanna-be bounty hunter, into making his dream come true in this hardcore top-down shooter and platformer.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.7%, Action 14%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Top-Down 7.9%

Lead the Mobile Infantry in this RTS game set in the Starship Troopers film universe. Balance your army composition with a diverse set of unit types, overcome line-of-sight and line-of-fire challenges through tactical positioning, and use special abilities to smash the Arachnid hordes!

Why similar: Sci-fi 42.4%, Strategy 36%, Singleplayer 10.4%, Aliens 6.5%, Great Soundtrack 4.8%