Games Like HARDCORE MECHA

Join the Mechstermination Force and save the world from the gigantic MegaMechs!

Why similar: Mechs 47.7% ★, Action 30.6%, Indie 21.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers intense 2D platforming and boss-rush gameplay that mirrors the high-stakes mechanical combat of the seed game.

Pilot your fully customizable Arsenal mech and join your fellow mercenaries in defending humanity from the corrupted machines and gigantic robots in this post-apocalyptic action game!

Why similar: Mechs 68.2% ★, Anime 8.1%, Action 7.9%, Sci-fi 6.9%, Multiplayer 3%

Why You'll Like It: This title captures the fast-paced, anime-inspired mech combat and deep customization that fans of the genre crave.

A new action game based on the concept of the ARMORED CORE series that uses the knowledge gained from FromSoftware's recent action game development.

Why similar: Mechs 65.1% ★, Military 11.3%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Multiplayer 6.8%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: While 3D, it is the definitive modern mech experience, offering unparalleled customization and fast-paced, high-intensity combat.

A classic reawakens – Assault Suit Leynos is back and in high definition! Get ready for all-out robotic war as the fan-favourite Mega Drive classic is reworked with all new HD visuals for the ultimate alien-blasting experience!

Why similar: Mechs 73.9% ★, Action 13.4%, Anime 12.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is a faithful remake of a classic 2D mech action game that heavily inspired the side-scrolling combat style of HARDCORE MECHA.

70s giant robot anime-inspired side-scrolling shooting from the creators of SATAZIUS and GIGANTIC ARMY!

Why similar: Mechs 55.9% ★, Anime 15.9%, Action 11%, Indie 7.6%, Shooter 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A high-energy shoot-em-up that perfectly encapsulates the retro 'Super Robot' anime aesthetic found in HARDCORE MECHA.

Garrison: Archangel is a fast-paced, customizable, mecha fighting game designed for epic anime style one-on-one and multiplayer team battles. Design, build and pilot your Archangels today!

Why similar: Mechs 62.4% ★, Action 7.8%, 4 Player Local 7.7%, Multiplayer 6.9%, Indie 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: A mech-focused arena fighter that emphasizes character customization and tactical combat.

SD Gundam Battle Alliance is a multiplayer Gundam action RPG where you can smash foes solo or with friends in thrilling mechanized combat. Acquire new mobile suits, power them up, and take them into battle in various missions!

Why similar: Mechs 53.1% ★, Anime 11.6%, Online Co-Op 10.1%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Multiplayer 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features iconic mechs and satisfying combat mechanics in a variety of mission-based environments.

Project Nimbus is a high speed mech action game set in a post apocalyptic world. Players control 'Battle Frames' - humanoid battle suits armed with an arsenal of weapons.

Why similar: Mechs 74.6% ★, Action 7.8%, Anime 7.4%, Sci-fi 5.6%, Indie 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers fast-paced aerial mech combat with a strong anime influence and high-speed maneuvers.

Create your own ultimate Gundam in the newest Gundam Breaker! With more customizable parts than ever before, you finally have the freedom to build your perfect Gunpla. Test it in battle using the brand new dual-weapon system and break parts off of your enemies and add them to your collection.

Why similar: Mechs 72.7% ★, Action 12.9%, Anime 11%, Multiplayer 2.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a deep focus on mech customization and anime-style action, allowing players to build their dream machine.

Climb into the cockpit of an otherworldly war machine and fly into battle against a horrifying alien race bent on eradicating humanity to preserve their own civilization.

Why similar: Mechs 50.7% ★, Anime 11.2%, Shooter 11.1%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Action 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic, high-octane anime mech shooter that delivers a similar sense of spectacle and speed.

War Tech Fighters - the space action game that combines the spectacular action of Japanese Anime with Hollywood Blockbusters. Configure, upgrade and customize your War Tech and dive into battle to fight back the Zatronian forces and save your galaxy!

Why similar: Mechs 52.9% ★, Sci-fi 10.9%, Shooter 10.8%, Anime 9.5%, Action 7%

Why You'll Like It: It combines space-based mech combat with deep customization and cinematic finishing moves.

Take customization to the extreme with the Omega Customization System and battle with one-of-a-kind combat units in this all-new third-person shooter mecha game.

Why similar: Mechs 57.3% ★, Online Co-Op 11.5%, Shooter 7.2%, Anime 6.2%, Sci-fi 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features over-the-top mech customization and chaotic action that leans into the fun side of robotic warfare.

An inferno roars over a destroyed secret military base. Then, from the flaming rubble...an invincible super robot is reborn! Mechs born of advanced science and modern weaponry battle in heavy weight Run 'n Gun mech shooter!!

Why similar: Mechs 40.2% ★, Military 15.6%, Anime 10.8%, Platformer 10.5%, Sci-fi 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer that incorporates bullet-hell elements and heavy mech-like movement.

STEEL STRIDER is the follow up to the acclaimed GIGANTIC ARMY and pays homage to the great run and gun games such as Turrican and Super Contra, but adds mouse / dual analogue stick-operated weapons!

Why similar: Mechs 50.4% ★, Action 18.1%, Platformer 11.8%, Indie 9.8%, Shooter 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling mech action game that focuses on platforming and projectile-based combat.

Fight of Steel: Infinity Warrior is a new fighting game with ultimate freedom. Players will have the opportunity to customize their own fighter from the appearance to fighting moves. Build your own STEEL Fighter Now! *Rollback net code will be provided*

Why similar: Mechs 37.6% ★, Fighting 22.8% ★, Anime 7.3%, Sci-fi 6.8%, Multiplayer 6%

Why You'll Like It: A fighting game that allows for extensive mech customization and competitive 2D combat.

B.A.D is an intense and enjoyable Shoote'em up game that captures the feeling of controlling a mass-produced humanoid robot (Battle Armor) piloted by a single soldier while keeping the realistic fast-paced action in a dramatic large scale conflict, from various Factions of Earth and Mars.

Why similar: Mechs 50.8% ★, Action 11.1%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Platformer 9.9%, Shooter 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D mech platformer that emphasizes arcade-style action and robotic combat.

Nimbus INFINITY is a high-speed mech action game, set in the future of a war-torn Earth that has just begun to heal. Equip mechanical Battle Frames with weapons to customize your battle style, and soar through variant battlefields while discovering the story of a new generation.

Why similar: Mechs 51.9% ★, Anime 12.6%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Shooter 9.1%, Action 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced mech action game that continues the high-speed aerial combat tradition of its predecessor.

Experience piloting and customizing massive armored units called Wanzers while engaging in high-intensity battles driven by a compelling story. The battle begins now!

Why similar: Mechs 80.5% ★, Action 7.9%, Shooter 7.5%, Sci-fi 3.8%, Singleplayer 0.3%

Why You'll Like It: A third-person shooter that brings the classic mech series into a fast-paced, modern combat setting.

Mech FPS game in all directions of space; follow the story and contribute to the fight for your homeland! Survive the space wars as an up-and-coming soldier with the toughest warriors around!

Why similar: Mechs 59.2% ★, Sci-fi 12.8%, Shooter 10.1%, Action 8.2%, Anime 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi mech game that focuses on singleplayer space combat and exploration.

FC-style robots fighting game!

Why similar: Mechs 45% ★, Fighting 24.1% ★, Action 6.4%, Anime 6.3%, Multiplayer 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fighting game that features a variety of unique robots and mechs in a stylized 2D environment.

Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax is a fast-paced couch co-op action shooter with SHMUP/Brawler gameplay and RPG elements. Choose your mechs, weapons & upgrades then soar through space, defeat evil & save the future... from itself!

Why similar: Mechs 42.5% ★, 4 Player Local 16%, Anime 9.9%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Shooter 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A co-op mech shoot-em-up that offers a variety of playstyles and customizable loadouts.

Take control of an assortment of superb mechs and engage in thrilling combat with other enthusiasts on the same battlefield! In addition to original mecha, well-known IPs such as "Mazinger Z" and “Dancouga – Super Beast Machine God” also ready for the mecha war!

Why similar: Mechs 44.7% ★, Fighting 16.5% ★, Anime 7.4%, Multiplayer 6.5%, Action 6.2%

This high-speed 3D shooting game allows players to experience exhilarating battles in the sky, as well as a series of cutscenes depicting the growth of the main characters throughout the story.

Why similar: Mechs 39.8% ★, Indie 18.7%, Action 18.4%, Military 12.4%, Anime 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: An anime-inspired aerial shooter that focuses on high-speed combat and narrative-driven missions.

Pilot an experimental mech and shoot giant grenades to blow up sneaky aliens. Stomp their guts, destroy their base, and save the day!

Why similar: Mechs 43.8% ★, Anime 10.1%, Platformer 10%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Sci-fi 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D mech platformer that focuses on arcade-style destruction and fast-paced movement.

Welcome to the Combat Core League! Battle with up to 4 players with a cast of powered up characters in a colorful sci-fi arena, or create your own! Compete with your friends or challenge yourself against AI opponents to compete for the title of the strongest.

Why similar: Fighting 33% ★, 4 Player Local 21.2%, Action 14.9%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Indie 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: An arena-based fighting game featuring robots and mechs with a focus on local multiplayer chaos.

Orbital Gear is a fast paced sidescroller shooter where you utilize the gravitation of celestial objects to give you momentum through space. Arm your Mech with two of the twelve different weapons and destroy your enemies.

Why similar: Mechs 46.4% ★, 4 Player Local 9.4%, Action 9.3%, Multiplayer 7.7%, Shooter 6.8%

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 35.5% ★, Local Multiplayer 14.6%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Multiplayer 10%, Sci-fi 8.3%

Senko no Ronde 2 is a fast-paced one-on-one action game offering an eclectic mix of the shooting and fighting genres in a mech-filled bullet ballet played out in space! And with Zuntata alumnus Yasuhisa Watanabe on board, you can expect a superb soundtrack too.

Why similar: Mechs 50.2% ★, Fighting 23.2% ★, Action 15.5%, Anime 11.2%

Feel the exhilaration of fast-paced combat in your fully customized armored suit as you freely explore a deadly and dangerous world on land or in the air. Take on titanic boss battles with alone or with up to two other friends in online co-op!

Why similar: Mechs 64.3% ★, Sci-fi 13.3%, Anime 13%, Story Rich 5.1%, Action 4.4%

Take command of your own mercenary outfit of 'Mechs and the MechWarriors that pilot them, struggling to stay afloat as you find yourself drawn into a brutal interstellar civil war.

Why similar: Mechs 79.9% ★, Sci-fi 9.8%, Action 2.9%, Multiplayer 2.9%, Great Soundtrack 1.9%

Pilot the mecha Strike Suit across massive fleet battles where your dogfighting skills decide Earth's fate. Fast, frantic space combat with capital ship destruction, multiple endings, and a universe that's anything but empty. This is space combat reborn.

Why similar: Mechs 58.2% ★, Sci-fi 13.2%, Action 9.2%, Shooter 8%, Great Soundtrack 5.6%

An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!

Why similar: Mechs 54.1% ★, Shooter 14.4%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Action 8.1%, Great Soundtrack 3.7%

AirMech® Strike is a fast paced Action-RTS game that can be played solo, coop, or competitively online. Earn Kudos and Experience in battle and unlock a wide collection of AirMechs and Units while you practice the perfect strategy to emerge victorious!

Why similar: Mechs 57.1% ★, Multiplayer 11.9%, Online Co-Op 7.6%, Sci-fi 6.3%, Action 6%

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 29%, Action 18.4%, Great Soundtrack 13.3%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Indie 11.6%

The definitive edition of Strike Suit Zero delivers the ultimate version with a graphical overhaul, restructured campaign and all its DLC. Pilot the mecha Strike Suit across massive fleet battles where your dogfighting skills will decide Earth's fate.

Why similar: Mechs 59.5% ★, Sci-fi 13.4%, Action 12%, Great Soundtrack 5.5%, Shooter 4.7%

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.

Why similar: Anime 24.4%, Platformer 22.4%, Action 21.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Indie 10.4%

The gigantic robot brawler is Mech-ing a super-charged comeback in Override 2: Super Mech League!

Why similar: Mechs 44.9% ★, Fighting 24.8% ★, Action 9.8%, Local Multiplayer 4.8%, Local Co-Op 4.4%

Super Hydorah is a nonlinear horizontal shoot’ em up designed to offer a challenging experience, sublimating the richness of traditional shmup classics. Face the menace of the Meroptians aboard the Delta Lance, alone or with your friends in this game with direct action and nostalgic art.

Why similar: Action 24.2%, Great Soundtrack 18.8%, Local Multiplayer 17.8%, Indie 17.6%, Sci-fi 11%

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: Local Co-Op 19.6%, Shooter 18.1%, Platformer 16.7%, Action 16.3%, Indie 10.5%

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

Why similar: Platformer 36.8%, Action 21.1%, Story Rich 18%, Great Soundtrack 9.9%, Indie 7.9%

Super Slime Arena is a 16-bit style, party-fighting game embracing equal parts accessibility and chaos. One attack, one hitpoint, all slime! Use nearly any controller in fast and frantic 2-50+ multiplayer matches across the many lands of Planet Blorb!

Why similar: Fighting 22.2% ★, 4 Player Local 20.1%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, Action 11.7%, Indie 8.7%

Faster than anyone. Stronger than anyone. And more stunning. Customize your robot for “cyber battle racing” in a game that offers all the thrills of racing, battle, and customization. Online, Offline, Time-Attack... which mode will you dominate?!

Why similar: Mechs 51.3% ★, Sci-fi 10%, Shooter 9.2%, Anime 8.7%, Multiplayer 7.2%

Forget everything you’ve learned about combat. Cobalt’s slo-mo mechanic lets you perform moves that other games can’t comprehend. Discover the secrets of a distant colony in a cosmic campaign, take on challenges and rule the leaderboards, or face off against others in local and online multiplayer.

Why similar: Platformer 16.8%, Action 16.4%, Shooter 14.6%, Local Multiplayer 14.3%, Multiplayer 14%

The ultra-refined 2D side-scrolling action you remember from "Azure Striker Gunvolt" is recharged and better than ever! In Gunvolt 2, series anti-hero Copen joins the fray as a playable character! Copy abilities from defeated boss characters and use them as your own!

Why similar: Anime 26.8%, Platformer 25.5%, Action 23%, Indie 15.9%, 2D 8.8%

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: Mechs 49.8% ★, Platformer 12.2%, Shooter 10.2%, Anime 8.2%, Action 7.7%

Battle it out local and online in this neon-soaked arena brawler full of lethal weapons, stackable perks, furious combat and a killer synthwave soundtrack.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 23.4%, Fighting 22.5% ★, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Multiplayer 10.2%

Jet Lancer is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you duel enemy aviators, hunt giant robots, and defy death at supersonic speeds as you evolve from an unknown rookie aviator into a once-in-a-generation ACE pilot.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 17.3%, Sci-fi 16.4%, Shooter 15.3%, Anime 15%, Action 15%

Return to the world of high-octane mech combat in Hawken Reborn. Construct your ultimate war machine and shoot your way through hordes of enemies to uncover the mysteries of Ilall in this brand-new Free-to-Play PVE mech game.

Why similar: Mechs 67.1% ★, Shooter 13.6%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Action 8.4%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Experience the apeX of 2D action! A new era of 2D action begins now! Get ready for high-speed, stylish 2D side-scrolling action like never before. Inti Creates presents the ultimate in classic 2D action with "Luminous Avenger iX"!

Why similar: Action 32.1%, Platformer 24.1%, Anime 20.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.6%, 2D 6.9%

Strike Suit Infinity is a frantic high score chaser set in the Strike Suit Zero universe. Your skill is the only thing that matters and whatever combat experience you've had so far is irrelevant. There is no end to the enemies you'll face. There is no winning. There is only the fight for survival.

Why similar: Mechs 64.3% ★, Action 10.7%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Shooter 6.5%, Indie 6%

Project Wingman is a flight action game that lets you take the seat of advanced fighter jets and become a true ace. Fight in various missions and gamemodes ranging from intense aerial dogfights to large scale ground assault in an alternate scorched earth setting.

Why similar: Military 33.8%, Great Soundtrack 14.8%, Action 13.7%, Shooter 10.4%, Sci-fi 9.6%

Strike Force Heroes is an oldschool arena shooter rebuilt with modern mechanics with full co-operative and PvP online multiplayer. It melds over the top action with epic story-telling in this intense remake of the hit Flash game.

Why similar: Military 21.8%, Shooter 20.3%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Action 12.4%, Online Co-Op 10%

Dramatic Stylish 2D Fighting Action 「UNDER NIGHT IN-BIRTH Exe:Late」 now on Steam!

Why similar: Fighting 45.7% ★, Anime 24.9%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Action 8.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.5%

Fast paced platforming action, cooperative gameplay up to 4 players, an elite squad of agents with amazing skills, space travels, exploration, unique missions, fancy characters, incredible fights with huge bosses, trade, minigames and much more!

Why similar: 4 Player Local 33.2%, Platformer 21.1%, Action 18.2%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Indie 12.3%

Fighties is a fast paced 2D platform fighter. Choose from a wide selection of Fighties each with their own unique play style. Beat down your opponents to become the strongest Fightie of them all.

Why similar: Fighting 22.9% ★, 4 Player Local 16.5%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%, Platformer 9.8%, Local Co-Op 8.9%