- #1 Walhall
97% matchMixed53% of 40 reviews2018
Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 31%
In this game you have to defeat just a single boss! Who knows though, perhaps it's not that simple?
Why similar: Action 44.2%, Indie 21.6%, Arcade 20.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%
- #2 Scrollonoid
96% matchMixed58% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Vadjra
Windows
Scrollonid it's a 2D symbiosis of arkanoid and scroll shooter game.
Why similar: Action 45.7%, Indie 33%, Arcade 21.4%
- #3 Attack of the Labyrinth +
96% matchMixed66% of 71 reviews2015
Dev: Timedrop Studios
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The forces of evil have invaded the land. A labyrinth of evil has appeared in the kingdom and legions of monsters are pouring out of its vile depths. The king has called upon a small party of heroes, the Champions of Virtue, to vanquish the demon within and free the land from a grim fate!
Why similar: Action 40.3%, Indie 30%, Arcade 29.7%
- #4 Rebound
95% matchPositive82% of 22 reviews2016
Dev: Omnirift
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Rebound is a physics based reflex arcade game where the player must keep a ball within bounds of the screen, while aiming for the most points and longest time survived possible in a single round. Sounds simple, right?
Why similar: Action 39.4%, Arcade 31.3%, Indie 29.4%
- #5 Drones
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Sharksauce
Windows
Blast your way through hordes of enemies in the progressive wave mode to defeat the overseer, or test your skills with the endless survival mode to become the greatest warrior on the leaderboard.
Why similar: Action 46.6%, Indie 34.7%, Arcade 18.7%
- #6 Mos Speedrun 2
94% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2015
Dev: Physmo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Mos is back, in her biggest and most exciting adventure ever! Wall-jump to victory through 30 mysterious, action packed levels!
Why similar: Action 43.3%, Indie 30.8%, Arcade 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%
- #7 Avoid - Sensory Overload
93% matchVery Positive86% of 224 reviews2014
Dev: 48h StudioPub: Strategy First
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Avoid is a fast-paced arcade game that will test your reflexes!
Why similar: Action 51.5%, Indie 31.1%, Arcade 17.4%
- #8 Pizza Time Explosion
92% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2019
Dev: Electric Prune Juice
Windows
Welcome to the Pizza Dimension!
Why similar: Action 38.7%, Indie 27.1%, Arcade 20.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%
- #9 DUMB Infernal
91% matchMostly Positive74% of 43 reviews2020
Dev: Beem Media
Windows
Enter the infernal hellscape as a lone warrior fending off an army of monsters in arcade style combat.
Why similar: Action 48.2%, Indie 35.9%, Arcade 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #10 Scribble Ships
90% matchPositive92% of 36 reviews2017
Dev: Slothzilla GamesPub: (none)
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Scribble Ships is a 2D top-down arcade shooter that tosses the player into a world of color and chaos. With a range of ships to choose from, the player is tasked with coloring the monochromatic enemies that are trying to take your color away.
Why similar: Action 48.8%, Arcade 33%, Indie 18.2%
- #11 88 Heroes
89% matchVery Positive82% of 91 reviews2017
Dev: Bitmap BureauPub: Rising Star Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Prepare to infiltrate Dr. H8’s lair with the help of the strangest, dumbest and most pointless superheroes ever – the 88 Heroes!
Why similar: Action 48%, Indie 33.9%, Pixel Graphics 18%
- #12 BoxesWithGuns
91% matchMostly Negative21% of 82 reviews2015
Dev: Thomas Christof
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 23%
BoxesWithGuns is a 2D neon vertex endless shooter game. Try to survive as long as possible by avoiding collisions with the enemies that spawn. One game equals the length of the background music track playing. Collect dollars and customize your spaceship by adding new boxes and weapons.
Why similar: Action 47.3%, Arcade 27.8%, Indie 24.9%
- #13 Smooth Mover
89% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: BlurryBit
Windows · Mac
Move smoothly through a series of rage-inducing levels!
Why similar: Action 41.2%, Indie 30.7%, Arcade 28.1%
- #14 Handsome Mr. Frog
87% matchVery Positive91% of 242 reviews2016
Dev: Cowboy Color
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Jump, lick, and spit your way through four worlds in a new-school arcade adventure starring the nominal Handsome Mr. Frog, a good looking fellow whose hat was jacked by a bunch of unattractive normies.
Why similar: Action 52.1%, Indie 34.4%, Arcade 13.5%
- #15 The Outlaw, The Drunk, & The Whore
88% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2018
Dev: DXF Games
Windows
When three unscrupulous jerks meet an early demise, only the devil himself can give 'em another shot at that federal gold! Contains cussin' and such
Why similar: Action 44%, Indie 32.8%, Pixel Graphics 23.2%
- #16 Zeroptian Invasion
86% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2018
Dev: Josyan
Windows
Zeroptian Invasion is a classic shoot 'em up with mechanics from other arcades of the 80’s. Travel back in time with this unique pixilated experience with an incredible soundtrack in chiptune.
Why similar: Action 36.6%, Indie 28.1%, Arcade 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%
- #17 World In Danger
86% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2017
Dev: ColtGames
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 76%
World In Danger is a top-down action shooting game with stealth elements. Embark on missions across the globe, taking out groups of enemies, rescuing hostages, disarming bombs. Face the unique boss fights the player encounters as the story unravels in this over the top action extravaganza.
Why similar: Action 45.8%, Indie 35.7%, Pixel Graphics 18.5%
- #18 The Real Laser Ball
85% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2018
Dev: Holmsario Games
Windows
A physics based, arcade, high score chaser with a progression system and a fetish for the 80’s. In The Real Laser Ball you’re a ball… with a laser.
Why similar: Action 49.1%, Indie 36.6%, Arcade 14.2%
- #19 Valiant Gears
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gaze Interactive
Windows
Valiant Gears is a 3D old school shoot 'em up game. Hop on your Valiant Gear, a ferocious battle machine and defend the planet by fighting the alien robots!
Why similar: Action 50.7%, Indie 37.8%, Arcade 11.5%
- #20 Line/Dash
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 51 reviews2016
Dev: Gamera Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Line/Dash is an Arcade-oriented game that doubles as a procedural player-controlled multimedia sculpture.
Why similar: Indie 40%, Action 36.3%, Arcade 23.7%
- #21 RetroGunX VR
83% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2017
Dev: AppsByBrats
Windows
Miss playing those 8-bit, button-bashing, classic arcade-style cabinet and cartridge games from the 70s and 80s? Ever wanted to experience the intense action from the point of view of the hero within the game? Now you can, in VIRTUAL REALITY.
Why similar: Action 45.7%, Indie 34.1%, Arcade 20.2%
- #22 Dustoff Heli Rescue
82% matchVery Positive84% of 372 reviews2015
Dev: Invictus Games Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"I need a Dustoff!" became an all-too-familiar call on the airwaves of jungle wars. Now take off with your rescue helicopter and search and save the life of the wounded soldiers in the field, often under fire. If you can't, nobody else can!
Why similar: Action 42.2%, Indie 26.6%, Arcade 20.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%
- #23 Psyvariar Delta
81% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2019
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Thrive on Danger: Master the 'Buzz' to transform peril into pure power. Graze the edge of destruction to fuel your evolution. Harness the fleeting invincibility of each level-up to dive even deeper into the barrage.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #24 Death's Hangover
81% matchVery Positive88% of 500 reviews2017
Dev: Retro Army LimitedPub: paulstephendavis
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Death's Hangover is a ball and bat game, featuring horror elements, mature comedy and themes.
Why similar: Action 35.6%, Arcade 24.1%, Indie 23.8%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%
- #25 TRIZEAL Remix
80% matchPositive81% of 37 reviews2016
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Transform or die. TRIZEAL Remix has classic shoot-’em-up style with a refined depth just below the surface. Strategically transform your ship to switch between and upgrade three distinct weapons: a wide shot, a narrow laser, and guided missiles. Shoot with intelligence!
Why similar: Action 100%
- #26 Shmups Skill Test
79% matchVery Positive91% of 57 reviews2016
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Some say you’re only as old as you feel. Shmups Skill Test says you’re only as old as you shoot! Shmups Skill Test is a clever way to evaluate your shmup skills in the form of a "gamer age". Challenge and unlock shoot-’em-up-based minigames in a gauntlet of shmup nostalgia goodness.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #27 The Legend of the Dragonflame High School
79% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2017
Dev: HUNTERS
Windows
This game is a 2D action game in which high school students fight.
Why similar: Action 62.3%, Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Indie 18%
- #28 RagingBlasters
75% matchVery Positive99% of 123 reviews2021
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.
Why similar: Action 31.6%, Pixel Graphics 27.4%, Arcade 22.4%, Indie 18.5%
- #29 Infinos Gaiden
77% matchVery Positive99% of 82 reviews2018
Dev: Picorinne Soft
Windows
The feeling of 90's arcade shooter will come again !! Arcade-like side scroll shooter of 7 stages in all!
Why similar: Action 39.9%, Indie 28.2%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Arcade 12.8%
- #30 COTTON REBOOT!
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 74 reviews2021
Dev: Rocket-Engine Co.,Ltd.Pub: BEEP
Windows
Cotton Reboot! is a completely remastered version of Cotton.Fantastic Night Dreams, the originator of the witchy shooting game released 30 years ago, with new features and the latest visual design.
Why similar: Arcade 42.6%, Action 37.9%, Pixel Graphics 19.5%
- #31 Strania - The Stella Machina -
77% matchVery Positive90% of 58 reviews2015
Dev: G.rev Ltd.
Windows
Japanese boutique game studio G.rev makes its long-awaited debut on Steam with Strania!
Why similar: Action 70.6%, Arcade 29.4%
- #32 FatCat with Hat - Reload the Powergun
78% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Mathias Neubert
Windows
FatCat's life is relaxed. But one day his great love Mrs.Cat is kidnapped by the nasty FatDog. FatCat immediately sets out to save his beloved, but the cunning FatDog is prepared. He sends his henchmen to take out the unloved adversary.
Why similar: Action 53.6%, Indie 39.4%, Pixel Graphics 7%
- #33 Dragon Blazers
71% matchPositive90% of 29 reviews2025
Dev: Sylph
Windows
want to remind you some 16bit arcade vibes? you like Toriyama style? just take a look to Dragon Blazers!! musics by the amazing David Revel!!
Why similar: Action 40%, Indie 28.9%, Arcade 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 13%
- #34 Virtual Rogue
78% matchMixed59% of 27 reviews2016
Dev: Snowy Productions
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Virtual Rogue is a top-down action roguelike shooter set in a computer controlled by a cruel and merciless User. You play as a text document file named “Note” who, after being accidentally created by the User, is thrown into the Recycle Bin.
Why similar: Action 49%, Indie 26.2%, Arcade 24.8%
- #35 Down Ward
74% matchVery Positive86% of 80 reviews2019
Dev: Fisholith
Windows
Venture into the haunted wilds with Gable, a little owl, as she sets out to rekindle the dormant relics of a land long abandoned to ruin.
Why similar: Action 47.3%, Indie 37.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.3%
- #36 Tamiku
73% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2020
Dev: Josyan
Windows
Help Tamiku to break all the balloons in the universe in this action-packed platform.
Why similar: Action 35.7%, Indie 27.4%, Arcade 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%
- #37 Tempest 4000
75% matchMixed68% of 191 reviews2018
Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
Windows
Tempest 4000™ is a visually stunning, action-packed tube shooter based on the classic hit arcade game, Tempest™.
Why similar: Arcade 100%
- #38 Hangeki
74% matchPositive88% of 40 reviews2014
Dev: Pentavera
Windows
Hangeki is an arcade style shooter that emphasizes the use of over 50 spectacular weapons. Formulate new strategies and take on the alien invasion in this reimagining of the classic shoot em up.
Why similar: Action 56.6%, Indie 43.4%
- #39 Mecha Ritz: Steel Rondo
72% matchVery Positive99% of 137 reviews2016
Dev: HEYPub: Hanaji Games
Windows · Linux
Mecha Ritz: Steel Rondo is a vertical scrolling arcade shoot 'em up following the journey of a lone Mecha through the desolate retro stylized world and the onslaught of enemy waves to reach Veloce, the young genius responsible for the extinction of humankind.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #40 G-Darius HD
69% matchVery Positive95% of 156 reviews2022
Dev: TAITO CORP.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
You will see the creation of new lives... Capture enemies and fire them back at their allies as enormous beams of energy in this horizontally scrolling shooting game, featuring 5 versions of G-Darius with new features, enhancements, and Steam exclusive extras!
Why similar: Arcade 60.6%, Action 39.4%
- #41 Pilots Of Darsalon
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 44 reviews2020
Dev: Dr. Kucho! Games
Windows · Mac
Your job is to locate and transport the containers to your base avoiding enemies on your way. Your ship is equipped with a hook to carry the containers. This is a physics based arcade game, inspired on the very early classics and with a strong Commodore 64 feel on it.
Why similar: Action 49.3%, Indie 33.2%, Arcade 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #42 Battle Crust
73% matchPositive89% of 36 reviews2016
Dev: Picorinne Soft
Windows
"Battle Crust" is a 80's-90's arcade-style shooter. You make full use of "Charge shot" that is available by obtaining the item, And let's Complete all of the 6 stage!
Why similar: Action 58.8%, Indie 41.2%
- #43 EXZEAL
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 25 reviews2016
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
A sequel that isn’t afraid to be different. EXZEAL is the followup to TRIZEAL Remix, but it’s much more than a simple rehash. Choose between multiple ships and specialize in each one’s weapon system. Will you focus on shooting, shot charging, or close-range attacks? In EXZEAL, it’s your choice.
Why similar: Action 79.4%, Arcade 20.6%
- #44 Tekling 2: Overdrive
71% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: nP StudiosPub: nonPareil Institute
Windows
Suit up and Boot up! Tekling is back in an all new adventure as you battle your way to defeat robots from taking over the world! Wear new suits and use new abilities to stop the robot uprising once and for all!
Why similar: Action 51.6%, Indie 38.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%
- #45 GRADIUS ORIGINS
63% matchVery Positive94% of 250 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.
Why similar: Arcade 46.3%, Action 34.9%, Pixel Graphics 18.8%
- #46 R-Type Dimensions EX
69% matchVery Positive87% of 323 reviews2018
Dev: Tozai Games, Inc.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 38%
R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!
Why similar: Action 54.3%, Arcade 45.7%
- #47 tri.Attack();
70% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Demmy Mangusso
Windows
In this 2D arcade game, your body is the weapon. Shoot the tri out of yourself and recall it back to you to take out a constant onslaught of rogue polygons. Unlock all the tri modifiers and get as high of a score as possible!
Why similar: Action 45.7%, Indie 34.1%, Arcade 20.2%
- #48 Brave Earth: Prologue
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: [K]ayinworksPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
A master-crafted 2D action platformer designed with the utmost attention paid to player psychology, effecting a sublimely challenging and classic experience. Five years in the making by Kayin, the creator of I Wanna Be the Guy.
Why similar: Action 48.8%, Indie 36.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%
- #49 Crisis Wing
68% matchVery Positive90% of 89 reviews2020
Dev: Pieslice Productions
Windows · Mac
Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.
Why similar: Arcade 39.4%, Pixel Graphics 31.9%, Action 28.7%
- #50 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
65% matchVery Positive97% of 357 reviews2021
Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.
Why similar: Action 45.2%, Arcade 45%, Indie 9.8%
- #51 Wizardry: The Five Ordeals
64% matchVery Positive85% of 530 reviews2023
Dev: 59 StudioPub: Game*Spark Publishing
Windows
Welcome to the world of dungeon crawling! The classic dungeon crawler released back in 2006, returns to Steam with improved UI and more.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #52 Retro Space Shooter
70% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: Gable Games
Windows
Retro Space Shooter is a refreshingly modern 3D physics-based implementation of a top-down retro arcade space shooter. Expertly pilot your drone ship through an onslaught of enemy fire and fight seemingly endless waves of enemy ships and bosses.
Why similar: Action 50.2%, Indie 37.5%, Arcade 12.3%
- #53 JUDGEMENT SILVERSWORD - Resurrection -
68% matchVery Positive96% of 93 reviews2015
Dev: QutePub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Two classic Wonderswan games, now on PC! Battle the mysterious Judges in Judgement Silversword. Cardinal Sins is a score trial marathon, based on the theme of the Seven Deadly Sins. Will you face Judgement?
Why similar: Action 100%
- #54 Pinball Wicked
62% matchVery Positive88% of 232 reviews2025
Dev: Formslingers
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%
One of the world's most advanced virtual pinball simulations featuring original table #1: Black Flaggers - a pirate’s journey of plundering loot, swashbuckling adventures and cannon wielding foes. Wicked pinball mechanics on a cutting edge engine: the high fidelity pinball experience.
Why similar: Indie 57.5%, Arcade 42.5%
- #55 Devil Engine
67% matchVery Positive89% of 142 reviews2019
Dev: Protoculture GamesPub: Poppy Works
Windows
A last ditch effort to destroy what was once to be our savior. A final mission to eliminate a disastrous future. A single ship against Earth’s entire military. The Andraste is the only hope to defeat...the Devil Engine.
Why similar: Action 47.8%, Arcade 33.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.7%