- #1 Starboi
97% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Turtlevania Games
Windows · Mac
The cosmic horrors have kidnapped Starboi's friends! Launch across the galaxy in search of them, avoiding black holes and defeating the tentacled monsters.
Why similar: Action 28.1%, Arcade 23.5%, Casual 22.9%, Retro 13.5%, 2D 8.3%
- #2 Popfall Arena
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PORTAL351 STUDIOS
Windows
Popfall Arena is a fast-paced action arcade game set in an arena filled with colorful balloons. Pop the bouncing balloons, collect power-ups, and fight to survive for the highest score!
Why similar: Action 25.2%, 2D Platformer 23.4%, Arcade 21.1%, Casual 20.6%, 2D 6.8%
- #3 Space Ape
96% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: nonPareil Institute
Windows
How far can you take Dimitri the Russian Space Ape on his arcade adventure!
Why similar: Action 24.9%, 2D Platformer 22.7%, Arcade 21.6%, Casual 20.7%, 2D 7%
- #4 BATOUTTAHELL!
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ovvl
Windows
A minimal two-key action game where you weave through a torrent of fiery brimstone and even deadlier hazards to escape the infernal grasp of the underworld.
Why similar: Action 22.9%, 2D Platformer 22.2%, Arcade 19.9%, Casual 18.8%, Retro 7.3%
- #5 Dragon Fishing
94% match6 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Vantan Game Academy
Windows
戦艦で巨龍を討つ海上ハンティングアクションゲーム! 強力な武器でドラゴンに反撃し、クレーンを使った電撃攻撃で大ダメージを狙え!迫力の戦闘と討伐の達成感を楽しもう!
Why similar: Action 31.7%, 2D Platformer 29.9%, Casual 25.3%, 2D 8.6%, Indie 2.5%
- #6 Survive the Spin
94% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: elcanogames
Windows
A lone hero faces creatures invading the kingdom on a deadly spinning wheel. Jump on enemies to survive, clear increasingly challenging levels, and enjoy catchy melodies in an arcade adventure with infinite retries.
Why similar: Arcade 29%, Action 22.5%, Casual 19%, Anime 11.8%, 2D 9.7%
- #7 Cloud Bashers DX
92% matchPositive89% of 38 reviews2021
Dev: Shattered Journal Games
Windows · Mac
So, you wanna bash some clouds huh? Go through 10 worlds each with different cloud types and a boss that's out to take you down. Bash them all with your trusty bat and take back the skies!
Why similar: Arcade 33.8%, Action 26.6%, Casual 23.5%, 2D 11.6%, Indie 2.5%
- #8 Jumping Steve
91% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Steves Games
Windows
Jumping Steve is a 2d arcade style indy casual roguelike game. Stay on the crows. Collect the thingys to increase your score so you can unlock stuff. MOD machine randomness. With over 2 Achievements. Power ups. 2 player. Lots of items. Visit Camp Aign. Not compatible with the gameboy camera.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.7%, Action 22.6%, Arcade 20.2%, Casual 18.6%, Colorful 6.9%
- #9 Burning Brick Breaker
93% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: David Bryant
Windows
A classic brick breaker game with a twist you wouldn't expect every level.
Why similar: Action 33.1%, Arcade 27.7%, Casual 27.3%, 2D 9.8%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #10 Breaking Blocks
91% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Star Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
An exciting 2D action platformer in the vein of arkanoid.
Why similar: Action 30.2%, Casual 27.1%, Arcade 17.8%, Retro 11.4%, Indie 7.2%
- #11 SpiderAttack
90% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Seebacher NorbertPub: indépendant
Windows
You are a spider who must capture insects for food, the goal of the game with your web that you weave and to bring the insects as close as possible to their respective colored web so that it is captured.
Why similar: Action 30.1%, 2D Platformer 30.1%, Arcade 27%, 2D 8.8%, Indie 2.4%
- #12 Combat Medic
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gavin HallidayPub: J and G Studios
Windows
Combat Medic is a top-down 2D game where you play as a combat medic. Traverse the battlefield avoiding the hale of incoming enemy fire, make use of your medical tools and use your knowledge to save the lives of fallen soldiers before they succumb to one of their many possible injuries.
Why similar: Action 25%, 2D Platformer 23.5%, Arcade 21.2%, Casual 20.4%, 2D 6.8%
- #13 Lemon Run
87% matchMostly Positive73% of 37 reviews2021
Dev: Joel DiabPub: Lemon Tree Studio
Windows
Hardest runner ever! Try and complete all 5 game modes that go from easy to impossible. (Legends have it that the creator of the game could only make it to 1500m in endless mode) Good luck!
Why similar: Action 26.9%, 2D Platformer 22.3%, Casual 22%, Arcade 21.4%, 2D 6.2%
- #14 WireNet
88% matchMixed67% of 33 reviews2017
Dev: Xero TR-MMXZPub: Xitilon
Windows
Minimalistic scroll-shooter with green-on-black pseudo-vector display. Rush through the isometric madness of WireNet to the NeuroCore!
Why similar: Action 34%, Casual 19.4%, Arcade 17.3%, Retro 13.1%, Indie 7.8%
- #15 Newton
86% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Commandot Studio
Windows
Newton is a solo 2D pixel art Arcade-platformer. In this historical retro-fantasy game, you will collect apples, master gravity and set high score in this simple but challenging adventure!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.9%, Historical 15.8%, Arcade 12.1%, Retro 11.7%, Action 11.6%
- #16 SnOut 2
86% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2022
Dev: Aarjvark
Windows
Compete for the top scores in this combination of two classic arcade games, or fight your friends to prove who has the longest SnOut!
Why similar: Arcade 27.8%, Action 22%, Casual 18.8%, Retro 10.1%, 2D 9.4%
- #17 Apple Rabble Dazzle
84% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2025
Dev: BolHut
Windows
Harvest apples all year round!
Why similar: Action 25.9%, Arcade 22.9%, Casual 20.9%, Retro 9.6%, Colorful 9.4%
- #18 Brickochet
85% matchVery Positive97% of 107 reviews2017
Dev: Graham Garven
Windows
Brickochet revitalizes classic brick breaking action in this fast-paced, explosive arcade game that all can enjoy!
Why similar: Action 28%, Casual 25.2%, Arcade 22%, Retro 10.8%, Colorful 6.3%
- #19 Retro Jump
84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Cédric Wernert
Windows
A hardcore, old school platformer filled with epic music. Find this sacred banana at all costs.
Why similar: Action 21.5%, 2D Platformer 20.5%, Arcade 19.6%, Casual 17.7%, Retro 6.7%
- #20 Gensou -Yumegokochi- Illusion -Dreamlike-
81% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Purmoe Design Lab.Inc.
Windows
A new twist on territory-capturing gameplay, set in a world inspired by Japanese folklore and filled with traditional yōkai. Experience a unique blend of tension and excitement like never before.
Why similar: Action 21.7%, Casual 21.6%, Arcade 15.7%, Anime 15.5%, Retro 9.2%
- #21 Switch It
83% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Lucas Fernandez
Windows
A bit frustrating game where you have to reach the end using the different types of blocks that you have.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 30%, Arcade 28%, Casual 20.6%, Retro 10.2%, 2D 7.9%
- #22 Jardinains!
82% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: Magic Chopstick Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The world's favorite brick-breaking, 'nain-bouncing game is back!
Why similar: Arcade 31.7%, Casual 24%, Action 22.6%, 2D 10.1%, Colorful 7.8%
- #23 Pirate Pop™
82% matchMixed64% of 159 reviews2016
Dev: Dadako
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
You awaken on a strange island sometime in the afternoon. Half your face is sunburnt and seagulls stole your lunch. Enough about you. This is about Pete Jr! The tiny pirate! He looks up to see bubbles, tons of them! What's causing these bubbles to appear? Who is behind this awful mischief?
Why similar: Arcade 26.7%, Action 25.7%, Casual 24.1%, Retro 17.4%, Indie 6.1%
- #24 Colony 28
79% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: 5th DimensionPub: Jindřich Skeldal
Windows
Colony 28 is a raw piece of Czech gaming history. Step into the circuits of a malfunctioning android, defy your alien masters, and fight for humanity's remnants across 8 sprawling levels. Experience an authentic 90s sci-fi classic in its original Czech version.
Why similar: Action 27.7%, 2D Platformer 27.7%, Arcade 24.9%, Retro 10.3%, 2D 8.1%
- #25 Bomber Royale
80% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: R.H. Industries
Windows
A retro arcade experience.
Why similar: Action 28.8%, Arcade 25%, Casual 23.5%, Retro 11.7%, 2D 8.6%
- #26 Arcadium
81% matchPositive83% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: Gedor Games
Windows
Arcadium is an action packed brickbreaker game where you destroy bricks, enemies and bosses using your ball and powerups. Fast reflexes, aiming and avoiding simple misstakes is required for beating this game, choose between three difficulty settings to adjust the challenge.
Why similar: Action 26.5%, 2D Platformer 25.7%, Arcade 25.6%, Retro 10%, 2D 8%
- #27 Poor Thief
78% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: Rawi Studio
Windows
We’re guiding a thief to steal diamonds on the ground, earning points as we steal diamonds, but constantly being chased by the police.
Why similar: Action 26.7%, 2D Platformer 23.2%, Casual 21.8%, Arcade 21%, 2D 6%
- #28 Jeremiah
79% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Tom Wagner - Dubya StudiosPub: Dubya Studios
Windows
You're a simple frog trying to catch as many flying insects as possible as they speed by.
Why similar: Action 31.9%, Casual 29.6%, Arcade 18.9%, Retro 12%, Indie 7.6%
- #29 TriElement
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Infinity Arc Studios
Windows · Mac
Fire, Ice and Lighting elements often cancel each other out. However, in TriElement the enemy invasion is so dire that even the elements must work together to push them back. TriElement is a casual endless shooter against hordes of germs and viruses.
Why similar: Action 30.3%, Casual 27.2%, Arcade 23.1%, Colorful 12.2%, Indie 7.2%
- #30 ONNANOKO KEEPER
77% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: ilyumiPub: ilyumi Co., Ltd.
Windows
'I've seen it somewhere, but I can't remember what it was... No, no more. Let's blaze a new trail.'
Why similar: Action 28.7%, Arcade 25%, Casual 23%, Retro 11.3%, 2D 8.3%
- #31 Ionball 2: Ionstorm
77% matchMixed69% of 669 reviews2014
Dev: Ironsun StudiosPub: KISS ltd
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
IonBall 2: Ionstorm is an arcade game with a modern 3D twist; re-live the joys and frustrations (in equal measure) of classics games such as Breakout and Arkanoid, in a no holds barred fast action game with stunning 3D environments, awesome effects and a thumping soundtrack.
Why similar: Casual 38.1%, Action 31.3%, Arcade 27.6%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #32 STOP and MOVE
76% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: NanningsGamesPub: NanningsGames
Windows · Linux
Pay attention and stop at the right time when rolling through the levels!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 28.1%, Action 27%, Arcade 25%, Retro 10.4%, 2D 8.2%
- #33 Doomed Brigade
75% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Devs Brigade
Windows
Doomed Brigade is a survival game where you pilot a spaceship, battling hordes of enemies from three different alien races. Level up during each game, unlocking upgrades, modules, and diverse ammunition to equip yourself and crush your foes.
Why similar: Arcade 33.6%, Action 27.6%, Casual 23.4%, 2D 11.2%, Indie 2.6%
- #34 Apples and Asteroids
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Tobi The Great
Windows
Collect apples. Avoid asteroids. It's as simple as that...or is it? Join Q-Boy in this 2D platform as he seeks victory!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 29.5%, Arcade 21.5%, Action 18.4%, Casual 15.7%, 2D 7.7%
- #35 ALIEN XENOBLASTER
74% matchPositive98% of 44 reviews2022
Dev: Vinny Kowski
Windows
Planet GOOBTOPIA's series of irresponsible decisions has led to a filthy wasteland polluting other planets in the solar system. Angry alien BLUNT has had enough in this arcade platformer-shooter.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 24.6%, Action 24.4%, Arcade 21.4%, Casual 20%, 2D 7%
- #36 MadCowBalls2
75% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: Martin Eriksson
Windows · Linux
Save the city from the mad cow balls and destroy the bricks. Gain skillpoints from high score and completing levels. Use the skillpoints to upgrade your balls, weapons and gain access to the 60+ power ups!
Why similar: Action 33.1%, Casual 29.7%, Arcade 17.9%, Retro 11.3%, Indie 7.9%
- #37 Radium Lux
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Lukas JaeckelPub: Develobster
Windows
Radium Lux is a physics-based skill game with puzzle elements. The sphere that the player must navigate to the target is attracted by two tractor beams and gravity. Using these three forces from different directions enables the player to maneuver the sphere very organically through the level.
Why similar: Action 25.2%, 2D Platformer 23%, Arcade 22.3%, Casual 20.7%, 2D 6%
- #38 Stick Knight Takes Over the Universe
74% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Z-ixel
Windows
It's conquest time in Sticktopia! So, go on a conquest with 30 unique weapons. Along the way you'll fight in worlds everywhere from an aquarium to a candy-filled world to an asteroid belt! Conquer each area with a different weapon and 30 seconds on the clock for a fast-paced arcade experience!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 29%, Action 27.6%, Arcade 25.9%, Retro 14%, Indie 2.1%
- #39 CyberBrick
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
CyberBrick presents classic brick breaker arcade action in a new re-imagined unique game where the better you are at staying cool and composed, the more points you will likely score. Offers 100% Mouse controller gameplay!
Why similar: Action 29%, Arcade 24.6%, Casual 23.7%, Retro 10.4%, 2D 8.7%
- #40 RUSH!!!
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: FoxPixStudio
Windows
RUSH!!! is an action-packed, nostalgic pixel precision platformer. Manipulate your environment and gravity to flip your world upside-down, and conquer levels by capturing the flag. Ready to test your precision pixel skills?
Why similar: Action 23%, 2D Platformer 21.9%, Arcade 20.6%, Casual 18.9%, Retro 7.7%
- #41 Mini Island: Aroma
72% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: MACKINN7
Windows
Mini Island: Aroma is a one small hold & Gun, boss Rush mini-game of Casual difficulty!
Why similar: Action 25.7%, 2D Platformer 23.4%, Arcade 21%, Casual 14.4%, Colorful 6.6%
- #42 Face on Fire
72% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: rekuchn
Windows
Face on Fire is a retro action platformer with 12 playable characters and 100+ levels.
Why similar: Action 32%, 2D Platformer 21%, Arcade 18.9%, Retro 13.2%, Indie 7.6%
- #43 Circoid
70% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: ABTEL STUDIOPub: Cannibal Capybaras
Windows
One-button precise, dynamic 2D platformer. Collect pixels, open doors, avoid obstacles and enemies. Find your way to the finals and unlock the next levels.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 34.1%, Arcade 24.3%, Action 21.7%, 2D 8.6%, Casual 7.9%
- #44 SnOut
70% matchVery Positive91% of 209 reviews2021
Dev: Aarjvark
Windows
Compete for the top score in this combination of two classic arcade games!
Why similar: Arcade 36.7%, Action 25.4%, Casual 22%, 2D 11.7%, Indie 2.5%
- #45 FIREFIGHTER
71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Baal Games
Windows
A dynamic game with humor about the work of a firefighter.
Why similar: Action 25.7%, 2D Platformer 22.8%, Arcade 22.8%, Casual 14.4%, Colorful 5.8%
- #46 Skein
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 23 reviews2017
Dev: Nocturne Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 26.0 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Run The Procedural Gauntlet! Skein is a procedural dungeon shooter in an "old-skool" arcade style for one or two players where you must battle through hordes of monsters on a quest to save the soul of a talking sheep.
Why similar: Action 33.1%, Arcade 29.9%, Casual 29.8%, Indie 7.2%
- #47 The 27th Dimension
71% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: wARmAcH1n3
Windows
A 2D pixelart run-and-gun platformer with unpredictable enemy paths, 30 handcrafted levels, 3 boss fights and an unlockable enemy editor so you can decide which threats spawn in every stage.
Why similar: Action 27.8%, 2D Platformer 26.9%, Casual 22.7%, Arcade 11.4%, 2D 7.8%
- #48 Kudamono Drop
68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: ToranekoGames
Windows
Kudamono Drop is an arcade game all about catching fruit to get the highest scores possible!
Why similar: Arcade 26.7%, Action 20.9%, Casual 19.7%, Anime 14.8%, 2D 8%
- #49 Axe & Bow Land
67% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: elcanogames
Windows
Axe & Bow Land is a retro platformer and puzzle game where brothers Axel and Bowie battle an ancient darkness in Aztec lands. With their magical weapons and unique abilities, they must overcome challenges in pixel art worlds and restore peace to their home.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.7%, Arcade 21.1%, Anime 13.3%, Action 11.5%, Retro 9.1%
- #50 Bargain Platformer
69% match6 user reviews33% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: José Lousa
Windows
You will have to run, jump and dodge traps in this old-school platformer game. The ideal game to play in your lunch break.
Why similar: Action 23.5%, 2D Platformer 21.4%, Arcade 20.8%, Casual 19.3%, Retro 7.2%
- #51 Cosmos Iter
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Horseman Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A skill-based arcade game focused on fast reactions.
Why similar: Action 28.6%, 2D Platformer 28.6%, Arcade 25.7%, Retro 13.5%, Indie 2.2%
- #52 Dot to Dot Sweep
67% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: T Cubed Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Go for the high score in this arcade-style color matching action game. Maneuver your character through fields of colored dots collecting those that match your color.
Why similar: Action 28.9%, Arcade 25%, Casual 23.6%, Colorful 10.2%, 2D 8.9%
- #53 Dougie Dighog's Digging Life
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: OTUSUN LAND
Windows
Help Dougie Dighog dig a dizzying 100 meters deep! Dougie Dighog's Digging Life is an arcade-style digging game - break blocks, gather resources, purchase upgrades, and dig your way through 100 levels as fast as you can!
Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.4%, Action 21.6%, Arcade 19.8%, Casual 17.8%, Anime 11.2%
- #54 Rocket Riot
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 69 reviews2016
Dev: Codeglue
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Get ready for Rocket Riot, an action-packed, side-scrolling, 8-bit shooter where the rockets and the fun never stops! With over 200 levels and over 300 characters, blowing things up has just reached a new level of awesome!
Why similar: Action 32.1%, Arcade 31.4%, Casual 28.8%, Indie 7.6%
- #55 Rainbow Unicorn Dash
64% matchVery Positive100% of 74 reviews2026
Dev: Bird Bath Games
Windows
Collect your unicorn shoes to dash through enemies, gather hearts, unlock fun abilities, and climb the leaderboards!
Why similar: Action 28.2%, Arcade 25.5%, Casual 23.8%, Colorful 10.1%, 2D 9.1%
- #56 Tax Return
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wannabe Studios
Windows
If the suits at the SRI think they can fleece people's taxes, they'd better watch out for the wolf. Join Swindling Steve as you take back your hard-earned money from the SRI's collectors, but watch out for the high rollers behind the scenes.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 29%, Arcade 19.6%, Action 16.6%, Casual 16.2%, 2D 7%
- #57 NINJA HAYATE HD-Remaster
65% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: TAITO CORP.
Windows
Ninja Hayate infiltrates Steam, braving the evil ninja clan's lair and battling a dragon in this thrilling, interactive anime adventure, remastered from its 1984 debut!
Why similar: Action 28.3%, 2D Platformer 26.6%, Arcade 26.6%, Anime 17.1%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #58 The Medic
68% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: ConmtrastPub: LGV
Windows · Mac
The Medic: the first Coronavirus-themed topdown/platformer game published on Steam. Can you beat the anti-vaxxers and the virus to save the Earth?
Why similar: Action 35.1%, Casual 31.5%, 2D Platformer 8.8%, Indie 8.3%, Arcade 7.3%
- #59 Block Shock
69% matchNegative12% of 17 reviews2018
Dev: Vox Studios
Windows
Experience the most addictive retro block game like never before. With 12 all-new levels, you must use your skill to win. Can you beat the game, or will you suffer from block shock?
Why similar: Action 31.1%, Casual 28%, Arcade 19.3%, Retro 12.4%, Indie 7.4%