- #1 Hands of Necromancy
97% matchVery Positive84% of 393 reviews2022
Dev: HON TeamPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Hands of Necromancy is a Dark Fantasy FPS metroidvania, inspired by classics such as Heretic and made with the GZDoom engine. Wield weapons, magic or transform into a fearsome monster to slay your foes, then raise them as undead servants and unleash even more carnage to become a master Necromancer!
Why similar: FPS 17.5%, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Boomer Shooter 14.8% ★, Demons 9.5%, Shooter 8.4%
- #2 Hedon Bloodrite
96% matchVery Positive91% of 1,933 reviews2019
Dev: Zan_HedonDev
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Zan and her orc sisters must fight to save their homeland from a demonic invasion! Immerse yourself in a sprawling underground world where the rich lore, exploration and puzzles of classic adventure games blend with the visceral combat of a 90s' shooter.
Why similar: FPS 18%, Dark Fantasy 17.6%, Boomer Shooter 12.7% ★, Demons 9.9%, Female Protagonist 8.8%
- #3 Forgive Me Father 2
96% matchVery Positive83% of 2,193 reviews2024
Dev: Byte BarrelPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Embark on a journey into the darkest nightmares to restore your sanity. Blast your way through hordes of possessed enemies, unlock an arsenal of deadly weapons and unearthly abilities, and get ready to face even more Lovecraftian madness in this action-packed FPS sequel.
Why similar: FPS 25%, Boomer Shooter 20.4% ★, Shooter 9.7%, Violent 9.1%, Combat 7.6%
- #4 Heretic + Hexen
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,741 reviews2025
Dev: id SoftwarePub: Bethesda Softworks
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Step into the definitive re-release of two dark spell-casting shooters that shaped the genre. This enhanced restoration makes Heretic™ + Hexen™ available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 19.9% ★, FPS 19.3%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Action 10%, Shooter 9%
- #5 Hand of Doom
95% matchVery Positive88% of 310 reviews2023
Dev: Torple DookPub: DreadXP
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Sign a contract in blood! Travel throughout the planes of existence slaying or befriending powerful doomlords in this wizard simulator inspired by the FMV games and dungeon crawlers of the early 90's. Learn powerful spells to solve puzzles and combat the dark forces amassing against you.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 37.7%, First-Person 14.2%, Dark 13.1%, 3D 9.9%, Combat 8.7%
- #6 CULTIC
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,238 reviews2022
Dev: Jasozz GamesPub: 3D Realms
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Death is only the beginning. Crawl from your grave and gear up to fight your way through the ranks of a mysterious and twisted cult. You, your guns, and your dynamite will have to shoot, slide, blast, duck, dodge, and maybe throw a gib or two to survive in this old-school-inspired shooter.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 27.5% ★, FPS 26.6%, Shooter 11.7%, Violent 7%, Action 6.6%
- #7 Project Warlock II
92% matchVery Positive81% of 1,284 reviews2025
Dev: Buckshot SoftwarePub: Retrovibe
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Adrenaline-pumping gore retro funhouse that’s full of guns, magic, demons, vertical arenas, 3D visuals, 2D sprites, and heavy metal music. Inspired by FPS classics like Quake and Doom 64, Project Warlock II is the explosive boomer shooter sequel you were too shy to ask for.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 21.5% ★, FPS 17.7%, Demons 11.8%, Shooter 10.7%, Female Protagonist 8.7%
- #8 AMID EVIL
93% matchVery Positive93% of 7,565 reviews2019
Dev: IndefatigablePub: New Blood Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%
A retro FPS for the ages! Once branded a HERETIC. Now YOU have been chosen as our champion! Reclaim our sacred weapons. Take back our ancient lands. If you can stand... AMID EVIL.
Why similar: FPS 19.9%, Dark Fantasy 19%, Boomer Shooter 16.9% ★, Shooter 9.7%, Fantasy 8.6%
- #9 Nightmare Reaper
91% matchVery Positive94% of 3,713 reviews2022
Dev: Blazing Bit Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Blast through a cursed nightmare solo or with up to 3 friends. A retro-inspired FPS where looter shooter weapons meets boomer shooter chaos and rogue-lite elements.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 25.3% ★, FPS 25.2%, Violent 12.1%, Shooter 9.3%, Female Protagonist 8.6%
- #10 Ziggurat 2
91% matchVery Positive90% of 1,470 reviews2021
Dev: Milkstone Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Ziggurat is back, and now it's even better! Use powerful weapons and spells to break through hordes of enemies and explore labyrinthine dungeons in this hectic roguelite FPS, while you improve your skills and discover new equipment.
Why similar: FPS 30%, Boomer Shooter 23.7% ★, Shooter 14.3%, Fantasy 9.6%, Action 6.8%
- #11 Dread Templar
89% matchVery Positive82% of 1,687 reviews2023
Dev: T19 GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Dread Templar is a fast-paced hardcore old-school FPS, combining classic 90s shooter and modern FPS elements. Unlock and combine dozens of weapon upgrades and skills, embrace the Dread Force and obliterate hordes of fiendish enemies. Become the scariest thing in hell and get your revenge!
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 25.1% ★, FPS 23.2%, Demons 12.1%, Violent 11.8%, Shooter 10.3%
- #12 Wizordum
88% matchVery Positive93% of 758 reviews2025
Dev: Emberheart GamesPub: Apogee Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Wizordum is a retro FPS that puts you in the role of a Mage on a quest to track down the source of Chaos. With a wide arsenal of spells and magic items, battle your way through the world of Terrabruma in this unique blend of classic 90s shooters and modern gaming elements.
Why similar: FPS 22.7%, Boomer Shooter 19.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 15.9%, Shooter 10.1%, Action 6.9%
- #13 WRATH: Aeon of Ruin
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,895 reviews2024
Dev: KillPixel GamesPub: 3D Realms
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Blast, slice and shred through your enemies in this hardcore FPS inspired by the icons of the '90s, powered by the legendary Quake-1 Tech. Taking place in a realm left to rot, take up arms, unearth long-forgotten secrets and hunt down the Guardians of the Old World.
Why similar: FPS 27.1%, Boomer Shooter 25% ★, Violent 11.3%, Action 10.8%, Dark Fantasy 9.5%
- #14 Viscerafest
87% matchVery Positive85% of 687 reviews2025
Dev: Acid Man GamesPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Viscerafest is a Sci-Fi Fantasy Singleplayer Arena FPS with minor Collectathon elements. Fight through hordes of aliens and eldritch monstrosities wielding a slew of powerful weapons, juggling your resources, and exploring over 23 intricately designed hand-crafted levels.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 24.1% ★, FPS 23.8%, Female Protagonist 14.9%, Shooter 14.6%, First-Person 9%
- #15 Blood West
86% matchVery Positive90% of 5,888 reviews2023
Dev: HyperstrangePub: New Blood Interactive
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Weird west legends meet eldritch horror in BLOOD WEST, an immersive stealth FPS. Become the Undead Gunslinger, doomed to roam the barren lands until he manages to purge their curse, freeing his soul. 3 varied scenarios, perk-based character progression, and 20+ hours of gameplay await you!
Why similar: FPS 37.7%, Demons 15.3%, Shooter 13.4%, First-Person 9.5%, Dark 8.5%
- #16 COVEN
85% matchVery Positive93% of 268 reviews2024
Dev: Gator ShinsPub: Hellforge Studios
Windows · Linux
COVEN is a hyper-violent retro FPS where your path of vengeance will take you across time and space. Destroy your enemies and eat their flesh.
Why similar: FPS 23%, Boomer Shooter 20.5% ★, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Shooter 10.1%, Violent 10.1%
- #17 Shrine II
86% matchVery Positive92% of 858 reviews2020
Dev: Scumhead
Windows · Linux
Shrine II is a retro FPS game with a focus on atmosphere and exploration. Explore a nightmarish world and battle great bosses where the surprises never end...
Why similar: FPS 29.9%, Shooter 13.2%, Boomer Shooter 11.7% ★, Action 11.5%, Violent 10.3%
- #18 Darkenstein 3D
82% matchVery Positive91% of 1,310 reviews2025
Dev: RowyePub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 36%
A retro shooter inspired by classics like Wolfenstein and Doom. Think of it as a tribute, a love letter to the games that defined a generation, with a few modern touches of my own. It’s tough, fast, and demands skill, just the way those old-school shooters did.
Why similar: FPS 36.4%, Shooter 14.5%, Boomer Shooter 13.1% ★, Violent 9.4%, Action 9.4%
- #19 Soulslinger: Envoy of Death
84% matchMixed65% of 651 reviews2025
Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
You are a gunslinger in limbo, involved in a gritty war against "The Cartel", a ruthless organization harvesting souls to break free of the shackles of the afterlife. Grow stronger with each new run, gather the essence of lost souls to take on the biggest threats in this rogue-lite FPS!
Why similar: FPS 21.6%, Dark Fantasy 16.9%, Boomer Shooter 16.1% ★, Fantasy 10.1%, Shooter 9.8%
- #20 Gravelord
83% matchVery Positive90% of 124 reviews2025
Dev: Fatbot Games, s. r. o.
Windows
Gravelord is a fast-paced boomer shooter voiced by a badass protagonist featuring hand-crafted levels filled with secrets and hordes of enemies to kill. Dish out some brutal carnage with powerful guns and collect Tarot Cards to gain even more killing power. Let's put the fun back in funeral!
Why similar: FPS 24.4%, Boomer Shooter 20% ★, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Shooter 10.3%, Action 7.5%
- #21 Beyond Citadel
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,971 reviews2025
Dev: doekuramori
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Beyond Citadel is an anime style retro throwback shooter inspired by the classics of the 90's, with realistic gunplay mechanics, anime violence and fast paced combat. Fight your way through the heavily armed mechanical fortress and discover the secret that lies beneath.
Why similar: FPS 23.8%, Boomer Shooter 19.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Shooter 10.3%
- #22 GRIMWAR
81% matchVery Positive92% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: BookWyrm
Windows
THE ARCHMAGE IS DEAD. THE GRIMWAR IS FREE. MANA IS FLEETING.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 24.7%, Boomer Shooter 22.4% ★, Shooter 12.4%, Combat 10.4%, Action 8.4%
- #23 Selaco
79% matchVery Positive94% of 4,889 reviews2024
Dev: Altered Orbit Studios
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Selaco is a brand new original shooter inspired by classics, featuring thrilling action set pieces, destructibility, smart enemies and a fleshed out story taking place within an immersive game world.
Why similar: FPS 24.7%, Boomer Shooter 17.7% ★, Female Protagonist 12%, Shooter 11.7%, Combat 8.6%
- #24 Exodemon
82% matchVery Positive94% of 54 reviews2019
Dev: Kuupu
Windows
Possessed by an alien entity, slash and tear countless enemies with your monstrous claws, you must find a way to escape the planet before you lose what's left of your humanity! Exodemon is a game inspired by the 90s FPS golden age.
Why similar: FPS 38%, Action 15.2%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Shooter 13.2%, First-Person 9%
- #25 Bloodshed
78% matchVery Positive85% of 1,673 reviews2025
Dev: com8com1 SoftwarePub: Headup
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Bloodshed is a Roguelite Survivors FPS; an exhilarating fusion of Roguelite elements merged with retro-styled visuals and first-person “Survivors-like” frenetic combat action!
Why similar: FPS 19.1%, Dark Fantasy 17.6%, Boomer Shooter 16% ★, Demons 11.7%, Shooter 8.8%
- #26 DUSK
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 24,919 reviews2018
Dev: David SzymanskiPub: New Blood Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Battle through an onslaught of mystical backwater cultists, possessed militants & even darker forces as you attempt to discover just what lurks beneath the Earth in this retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends.
Why similar: FPS 34.4%, Boomer Shooter 31.1% ★, Shooter 13.9%, First-Person 7.2%, Retro 5.9%
- #27 Bloodhound
77% matchMixed68% of 376 reviews2023
Dev: Kruger & Flint Productions
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Crush the cult of Astaroth and vanquish her hellspawn, make them squeal and hide where they came from. Enjoy a Fresh Look & Old Fun in this arcade horror FPS game inspired by the legends of the 90s.
Why similar: FPS 22.2%, Boomer Shooter 22% ★, Demons 12.6%, Shooter 10.7%, First-Person 6.2%
- #28 Mohrta
72% matchVery Positive92% of 1,288 reviews2025
Dev: Scumhead
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Mohrta is a nonlinear FPS adventure through the strange and otherworldly. Explore a vast selection of unique environments, slay an enormous cast of bizarre creatures, and upgrade your arsenal of multifaceted weapons.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 29%, FPS 29%, Shooter 13.1%, First-Person 6.1%, Action 6%
- #29 Project Warlock
76% matchVery Positive87% of 6,019 reviews2018
Dev: Buckshot SoftwarePub: Retrovibe
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Project Warlock is a first-person shooter that fans of Doom, Hexen, and Wolfenstein cannot miss. It serves you an exploding cocktail of bullets, spells, and monsters. Battle through 60 levels of non-stop action, packed with bloodthirsty enemies and challenging bosses.
Why similar: FPS 26%, Boomer Shooter 22.8% ★, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Demons 9.3%, Shooter 7%
- #30 Ravensword: Undaunted
78% matchMixed52% of 69 reviews2021
Dev: Trimatra InteractivePub: Crescent Moon Games
Windows
Ravensword: Undaunted is a FPS dungeon crawler inspired by Hexen and Heretic, set within the Ravensword Universe.
Why similar: FPS 18.7%, Dark Fantasy 18.1%, Demons 11.4%, Shooter 9.1%, Violent 8%
- #31 Lichenvale
76% matchMostly Positive80% of 59 reviews2023
Dev: Filip Zemljak
Windows · Linux
Lichenvale is a first person slasher offering fast-paced melee combat mixed with tactical use of spells and dashing around your enemies. Battle through nightmarish hordes of monsters representing your innermost fears in this 90's hits inspired title.
Why similar: FPS 23.9%, Dark Fantasy 18.4%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Shooter 11.4%, Fantasy 8.9%
- #32 Hellbound
77% matchMixed64% of 1,496 reviews2020
Dev: Saibot Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Classic First Person Shooter style game. Like the good old days. An action game focused on speed, gore, guns, and metal music. Inspired by the 90s’ classics with modern visuals and audio!
Why similar: FPS 21.3%, Violent 14%, Boomer Shooter 13.7% ★, Action 11.6%, Demons 10.5%
- #33 Devilated
73% matchVery Positive81% of 247 reviews2024
Dev: TrunkaPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Devilated is an ultraviolent RPG old-school shooter where you brutalize and cannibalize your demonic foes in equal measure. Eat their face before they eat yours.
Why similar: FPS 27.8%, Boomer Shooter 23.5% ★, Demons 15%, Shooter 12.9%, First-Person 8.2%
- #34 REKKR: Sunken Land
75% matchVery Positive90% of 119 reviews2021
Dev: Mockingbird Softworks
Windows
A retro FPS set in a faux norse-celtic fantasy world in the midst of a war with the dead. Grab an axe, get revenge.
Why similar: FPS 31.7%, Dark Fantasy 14.6%, Shooter 11.7%, Boomer Shooter 10% ★, Action 8.3%
- #35 GRAVEN
74% matchMixed54% of 1,475 reviews2024
Dev: Slipgate Ironworks™Pub: 3D Realms
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Action, mystery, and a chance for redemption await you in the gritty first-person action-adventure GRAVEN. Explore a dark fantasy world as a wrongly convicted man of faith. Battle the horrors of humanity, the wilds, and beyond using armaments, magic, and the environment.
Why similar: FPS 25.8%, Dark Fantasy 24.7%, Shooter 12.8%, Combat 9.9%, First-Person 8%
- #36 Witchaven
74% matchVery Positive85% of 95 reviews2021
Dev: Capstone SoftwarePub: SNEG
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 20%
Witchaven is a first-person fantasy slasher set in a dark medieval times. Dare to enter this 3D Hell... Dare to enter Witchaven!
Why similar: FPS 28.4%, Action 14.2%, Shooter 13.7%, Violent 9.5%, Combat 7.8%
- #37 HROT
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,277 reviews2023
Dev: Spytihněv
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
HROT is a single-player retro FPS set in a small socialist country neighboring Soviet Union (Czechoslovakia) after an unspecified disaster in 1986. Those times were dark and terrifying and so is the game.
Why similar: FPS 33.3%, Boomer Shooter 18.8% ★, Shooter 11.3%, Violent 9.6%, First-Person 6.4%
- #38 The Citadel
72% matchVery Positive93% of 2,744 reviews2020
Dev: doekuramori
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The Citadel is a brutal first person shooter, and a love letter to classic games such as Marathon, Doom and Wolfenstein 3d. Descend into the depths of a dark citadel, and fight through 6 Episodes and 30 levels of action packed with 6 challenging bosses. Go forth, Martyr.
Why similar: FPS 30.6%, Violent 13%, Boomer Shooter 12.5% ★, Shooter 9.2%, Female Protagonist 7.2%
- #39 Manus Dei
71% matchVery Positive87% of 54 reviews2023
Dev: Lateralis Heavy Industries
Windows
Wield the holy weapon Manus Dei and annihilate creatures from the Rift in this fast-paced shooter. Only your skill will grant you passage into the halls of eternity.
Why similar: FPS 36.7%, Shooter 15.2%, Action 13.7%, Violent 11.2%, Combat 7.3%
- #40 Forgive Me Father
71% matchVery Positive84% of 5,585 reviews2022
Dev: Byte BarrelPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Forgive Me Father is a dark retro horror FPS set in a comic book style world inspired by the novels of H.P. Lovecraft. As the only one left with full senses, you begin a journey in search of answers and relief. How long can you last?
Why similar: FPS 26.8%, Boomer Shooter 20.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.9%, Shooter 10.3%, Violent 7.4%
- #41 HeXen II
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 598 reviews2007
Dev: Raven SoftwarePub: id Software
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 24%
The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse lurk in the shadows before you. They are Death, Pestilence, Famine, and War. They are the root of all that is evil, but the least of your worries. The last of the three Serpent Riders yet lives.
Why similar: FPS 35.6%, Dark Fantasy 18.3%, Action 11.5%, Boomer Shooter 10.5% ★, Fantasy 10.4%
- #42 Metal: Hellsinger
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 16,669 reviews2022
Dev: The OutsidersPub: Funcom
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Slay to the rhythm of metal and vengeance on an infernal journey through the eight Hells. Make them fear the beat. Metal: Hellsinger is a rhythm FPS bursting with demons, badass weapons, and heavy metal music.
Why similar: FPS 20.2%, Dark Fantasy 15%, Demons 12.4%, Shooter 9.2%, Female Protagonist 8.5%
- #43 Bosorka
69% matchVery Positive87% of 454 reviews2023
Dev: Sengi Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Bosorka is an exciting action roguelike where a young witch saves the world from insidious and cruel demons. Combine runes, master a variety of brooms, and try all possible and impossible spells until you gain enough power to fight evil.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 25%, Fantasy 15.9%, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Action 14.3%, Demons 14.1%
- #44 Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition
68% matchVery Positive93% of 717 reviews2023
Dev: Nightdive StudiosPub: Apogee Entertainment
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 59%
The HUNT Returns... AGAIN! Play the original Cult Classic '90s FPS remastered in 4K Ultrawide with UNLIMITED frame rates, RESTORED content, NEW episodes, a LEVEL EDITOR, online MULTIPLAYER, LUDICROUS gameplay options and MORE. Make 'em EAT LEAD or they'll bury you in a lunchbox!
Why similar: FPS 25.1%, Boomer Shooter 23% ★, Shooter 11.5%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Moddable 7.1% ★
- #45 Ion Fury
69% matchVery Positive93% of 6,682 reviews2019
Dev: Voidpoint, LLCPub: 3D Realms
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
3D Realms, creators of Duke Nukem 3D, Prey, and Max Payne, team up with Voidpoint to bring back the legendary Build Engine, famous for classic shooters like Duke Nukem 3D, Shadow Warrior, and Blood. Fast-paced FPS combat across huge, secret-packed levels. Ion Fury is the real deal!
Why similar: FPS 25.8%, Boomer Shooter 23.7% ★, Violent 10.5%, Shooter 9.3%, Female Protagonist 8%
- #46 Gravebound
67% matchVery Positive92% of 153 reviews2025
Dev: Atomic Game LabsPub: Student Game Developer Association
Windows
Survive as long as you can through the waves of magic guardians, level up to heighten your own magical abilities, and unlock game changing weapon upgrades and new arenas as you explore Dark Willow Crypt! Will you escape, or are you bound for the grave...
Why similar: FPS 27.7%, Dark Fantasy 18.6%, Fantasy 16.2%, Action 14.1%, Shooter 10.4%
- #47 Left-Hand Path
71% matchVery Positive84% of 123 reviews2017
Dev: Strange Company
Windows
Dark Souls-inspired Room-Scale Virtual Reality RPG where you hold the power of magic in your hands. Learn arcane gestures to cast powerful spells. Battle fearsome foes who give no quarter, and find your way through a weird, magical landscape in over 15 hours of dedicated VR gameplay.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 43.1%, Female Protagonist 21.5%, Dark 17.5%, Magic 11%, Indie 6.8%
- #48 GAL VS VILLAGE
65% matchVery Positive100% of 59 reviews2026
Dev: Crush-vAdin
Windows
GAL VS VILLAGE is an GAL like old-school FPS. You play as Kessenji “Blood-sucker” Yui, infiltrate the village, and must bring the situation under control. Move at high speed, swing your knife, blast away with the shotgun, and drive away the supernatural!!!!!!
Why similar: FPS 26.4%, Boomer Shooter 19% ★, Shooter 13.3%, Action 12.8%, Violent 7.5%
- #49 Lycanthorn II - Rain of Beasts
68% matchVery Positive91% of 318 reviews2021
Dev: Scumhead
Windows · Linux
Lycanthorn II is 3D homage to games of old. You play as Rain, a Vampire Hunter, on her quest to slay Nosferatu.
Why similar: FPS 37.9%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Action 13.1%, Shooter 12.9%, Retro 5.8%
- #50 SATAN
66% matchVery Positive85% of 164 reviews2025
Dev: GamefruitPub: DOSMan Games
Windows
Experience the thrill of retro boomer shooters in this action-packed game where you'll battle hordes of demons and face the ultimate challenge: Satan himself. Relive the glory days of classic shooters with intense gameplay, a variety of weapons, and relentless enemies.
Why similar: Boomer Shooter 27.2% ★, Shooter 16.1%, Action 11.5%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, First-Person 9.6%
- #51 Hand of Fate 2
69% matchVery Positive84% of 5,759 reviews2017
Dev: Defiant Development
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A new hero rises to challenge the Dealer in Hand of Fate 2! Master a living boardgame of infinitely replayable quests - unlock new cards, build your adventure, then defeat your foes in brutal real-time combat! Draw your cards, play your hand and discover your fate!
Why similar: Action 48.2%, Fantasy 32.6%, Singleplayer 10.9%, Indie 8.3%
- #52 GHOSTWARE: Arena of the Dead
66% matchMostly Positive77% of 192 reviews2024
Dev: Daev TeamPub: Mothership Loudspeakerz
Windows
An unique blend of retro-fps, metroidvania and adventure. Escape the cyber afterlife you've been trapped into, hop between realities and shoot your way out with the help of your new allies. But are they really your friends? The Arena conspiracy goes deeper than you could possibly imagine...
Why similar: FPS 29%, Boomer Shooter 26.3% ★, Shooter 9.4%, Dark 8.1%, Female Protagonist 7.6%
- #53 Rise of the Triad: Dark War
70% matchVery Positive84% of 139 reviews2014
Dev: Apogee SoftwarePub: Apogee Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 6 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 21%
You are part of an elite group of operatives called HUNT (High-risk United Nations Taskforce), and you must stop a maniac cult leader from killing millions of people. You are equipped with high-tech weaponry and magical instruments that defy description to invade the monastery and stop the madness.
Why similar: FPS 23.1%, Boomer Shooter 18% ★, Violent 14.5%, Shooter 11.3%, Action 7.6%
- #54 DOOMBLADE
66% matchVery Positive82% of 347 reviews2023
Dev: Muro StudiosPub: Iceberg Interactive
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Deep underground, Gloom Girl discovers DOOMBLADE, a sentient weapon hellbent on escape after eons in chains. Together, “Doom and Gloom” embark on a vengeful quest to unlock the powerful abilities and destroy the Dread Lords once and for all in this 2D Action Metroidvania.
Why similar: Dark Fantasy 51.8%, Female Protagonist 28.6%, Action 15.6%, Singleplayer 4.1%
- #55 Krampus Kills
67% matchVery Positive85% of 71 reviews2022
Dev: DangerousBob Studio LLC
Windows
Fight off Krampus on Christmas Eve, in a terrifying, double-barrel-wielding, jump-scaring, thrill ride!
Why similar: FPS 19.2%, Demons 15.9%, Dark Fantasy 15.6%, Shooter 10.8%, Boomer Shooter 9.5% ★