Games Like Herald of Havoc

Enter Paradise as Johnny Turbo—half-metal, half-human, all-murder machine. Clean up the streets with a chainsaw leg, 15+ weapons and your hovercar as you battle the rogue AI Syn, rival bounty hunters and cyberpunks aplenty. Apogee’s most outrageous FPS since Duke Nukem 3D. Good hunting, Sir!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 39.6% ★, FPS 15.3%, Fast-Paced 14%, Shooter 7%, Retro 6%

Why You'll Like It: This game matches the intense, over-the-top sci-fi action and fast-paced gunplay found in Herald of Havoc.

ULTRAKILL is a fast-paced ultra-violent retro FPS that combines the skill-based style scoring of character action games with the unadulterated carnage inspired by the best shooters of the '90s. Rip apart your foes with varied destructive weaponry and shower in their blood to regain your health.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 34.8% ★, Fast-Paced 22.5%, Blood 18.8% ★, FPS 12.7%, Retro 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: It offers the same high-speed, movement-heavy combat and arcade-style scoring that defines the best of the genre.

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: Boomer Shooter 40.3% ★, Fast-Paced 16.8%, FPS 13.7%, Blood 10.3% ★, Retro 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: As a gold standard for modern boomer shooters, it captures the same retro-inspired atmosphere and tight level design.

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: Boomer Shooter 45.2% ★, FPS 15.1%, Retro 10.2%, Blood 7.5% ★, Gore 7%

Why You'll Like It: This title delivers a gritty, retro-inspired experience with a heavy focus on exploration and fast-paced combat.

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 49.5% ★, FPS 14.7%, Shooter 8.3%, Retro 6.8%, Gore 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: The game features highly responsive gunplay and a focus on tactical, fast-paced arena combat that feels very similar.

Prodeus is a first-person shooter of old, re-imagined using modern rendering techniques and technology. Experience the quality you’d expect from a modern AAA game, designed with retro aesthetics and gameplay that invoke the tech-imposed limits of older hardware.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 46.8% ★, FPS 15.9%, Retro 10.3%, Fast-Paced 6.7%, Gore 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: It blends modern rendering with classic boomer-shooter mechanics, providing a visceral and fast-paced combat experience.

MULLET MADJACK is a HIGH-OCTANE-ACTION SHOOTER that put you directly inside a CLASSIC ANIME. Pick your favorite weapon and reach the last floor; Beat your best time or try again. Haste makes waste… OF YOUR ENEMIES!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 36.9% ★, Fast-Paced 22.5%, FPS 13.9%, Stylized 7.8%, Shooter 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the arcade-like, high-intensity loop of clearing rooms as quickly as possible under pressure.

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 38.9% ★, Fast-Paced 17.4%, FPS 11%, Retro 7.4%, Shooter 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: The inclusion of bullet-time mechanics and fast-paced movement makes it a great match for those who enjoy high-octane shooters.

Kill to heal, and never stop moving in this retro-styled ADHD-fueled frantic fast-paced rogue-lite movement shooter. A short, yet intense multi-dimensional speedrun FPS experience for people with tiny attention spans. Do you have what it takes to subvert your infinite demise?

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 32.8% ★, Fast-Paced 19.2%, Blood 16.3% ★, FPS 11.6%, Retro 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes raw speed and aggressive combat, mirroring the simple but addictive loop of the seed game.

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: Boomer Shooter 37.1% ★, FPS 13.4%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Magic 8.9%, Shooter 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Its fantasy-themed, high-speed movement and varied weapon arsenal make it a perfect companion for fans of Herald of Havoc.

A fast-paced micro FPS in which The Chop Goblins are loose, chopping their way through time itself in their ravenous quest for cheese. And THE CHOP WILL NOT STOP.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 36.6% ★, Fast-Paced 19.5%, FPS 12.9%, Shooter 6.8%, Gore 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Like Herald of Havoc, this game offers a short, punchy, and highly entertaining campaign focused on pure fun.

All old-school FPS action. No Bullshit. Lots of blood & gore. Slaughter your way through nightmarish industrial mazes, transformed cityscapes and surreal alien structures to cut down the Growth in this ultraviolent, fast-paced, and merciless retro-styled first person shooter.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 46% ★, FPS 15%, Retro 10.5%, Shooter 8.9%, Gore 7%

Why You'll Like It: The game features a dark, retro aesthetic and relentless combat that will feel right at home for fans of the genre.

Load up your Boltgun and unleash the awesome Space Marine arsenal to blast your way through an explosion of sprites, pixels and blood in a perfect blend of Warhammer 40,000, frenetic gameplay and the stylish visuals of 90’s retro shooters.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 55.8% ★, FPS 14.9%, Retro 8%, Shooter 6.5%, Gore 4%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a heavy, satisfying shooter experience that captures the essence of classic 90s action games.

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: Boomer Shooter 36.6% ★, FPS 13.9%, Fast-Paced 13.1%, Shooter 6.9%, Retro 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: It combines Lovecraftian horror with fast-paced, stylized FPS action that rewards aggressive playstyles.

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: Boomer Shooter 36.6% ★, Fast-Paced 19.1%, FPS 12.3%, Retro 7.8%, Sci-fi 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a classic Build-engine experience with modern polish, perfect for players who love retro-style shooters.

Get ready to put a sizable dent in the profits of megacorporations in Deadlink, a guns-blazing cyberpunk FPS with roguelite elements. Your mission is to conduct covert ops while piloting a humanoid combat shell. And no, "covert" doesn’t mean "quiet."

Why similar: Fast-Paced 33.7%, FPS 20.6%, Futuristic 14.7%, Stylized 13.1%, Shooter 12.4%

Why You'll Like It: This sci-fi shooter combines fast-paced movement with a roguelite structure that keeps the combat fresh and challenging.

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: Boomer Shooter 40.3% ★, FPS 14.1%, Fast-Paced 13.7%, Blood 13.1% ★, Retro 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title is a love letter to classic shooters, offering a vast array of weapons and retro-pixelated combat.

KILLBUG is a fast-paced, first-person movement shooter set in an endless arena. Slash and shoot your way through hordes of ravenous insects, mastering fluid aerial movement mechanics as you fight for glory on the leaderboards.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 25.2%, FPS 22.4%, Shooter 13.1%, Boomer Shooter 11% ★, Combat 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: This arena-shooter is built entirely around high-speed movement and intense, skill-based combat encounters.

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: Boomer Shooter 41.2% ★, FPS 12.8%, Blood 11.2% ★, Shooter 7.9%, Retro 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It focuses on difficult, PVE-centric combat that tests your reflexes and weapon management skills.

REAVER is an ultra-fast-paced FPS that endows you with the mobility and weapon mechanics to reave through arenas of killer machines with grace and efficiency. Push the boundaries of speed and style in this next-gen movement-shooter.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 23.8%, Boomer Shooter 23.3% ★, FPS 13.3%, Stylized 9.8%, Shooter 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: It is a high-speed, movement-focused arena shooter that prioritizes precision and reaction time.

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 46% ★, FPS 14%, Shooter 10.9%, Retro 9.9%, Stylized 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: It delivers a fast-paced, gore-filled experience that rewards players for staying mobile and aggressive.

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: Boomer Shooter 34.7% ★, FPS 18.9%, Retro 14.5%, Blood 9.6% ★, Shooter 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: The game offers a unique, gritty atmosphere and classic shooter gameplay that feels both nostalgic and fresh.

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: Boomer Shooter 44.5% ★, FPS 16.8%, Shooter 9%, Stylized 8.1%, Retro 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title focuses on classic FPS action with a modern touch, perfect for those who enjoy straightforward combat.

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: Boomer Shooter 24% ★, Blood 12.6% ★, Fast-Paced 12.3%, FPS 11.5%, Gore 8%

Why You'll Like It: It is a pure, action-focused shooter that strips away the fluff to provide a raw and violent experience.

A SHORT and sweet pixelated low fidelity 90s throwback hyper-fast action shooter. Survive and fight through a city overrun with manufactured monstrosities, biomass horrors, and a military authority trying to purge everything living. Heavy metal / techno soundtrack featuring BOD Music

Why similar: FPS 22.9%, Boomer Shooter 22.5% ★, Shooter 12.6%, Stylized 10.5%, Retro 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a stylized, horror-tinged shooter experience that keeps the action constant and intense.

Shoot, slice, and shred your way through hordes of the undead in Cryptis, a retro-inspired boomer shooter combining modern visuals with '90s gameplay. Embrace the chaos, slaughter your enemies, and leave nothing left standing!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 52.8% ★, FPS 19%, Shooter 11.4%, PvE 8.7%, 3D 5%

Why You'll Like It: This arena-shooter emphasizes fast movement and shoot-em-up mechanics, making it a great challenge for skilled players.

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: Boomer Shooter 44.3% ★, FPS 19.4%, Retro 12.9%, Shooter 11.8%, Fantasy 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: It blends fantasy elements with classic shooter mechanics, offering a deep and satisfying combat experience.

Supplice is a stylish throwback shooter inspired by the mid-90s FPS glory days and the legendary Doom modding community. Mixing the retro stylings of 90s era shooters with colorful graphics and frantic gameplay, it creates an experience that's ever so familiar but also exciting and fresh.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 44.7% ★, FPS 14.4%, Futuristic 10.2%, Retro 9.3%, Sci-fi 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi shooter that captures the essence of classic Doom-style level design and intense combat.

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: Boomer Shooter 53.6% ★, FPS 19.8%, Shooter 11.7%, Fantasy 9.3%, Action 3.8%

Join BRUTAL JOHN and BRUTAL DOG in a ultraviolent old-school FPS set in a world overrun by crypto-mining technologies, where it’s up to you to destroy them and reclaim control. Prepare for an adrenaline ride that pays homage to the best shooters of the '90s.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 28.9% ★, Fast-Paced 16%, Blood 13.1% ★, FPS 9.9%, Retro 6.9%

Even at this moment, our fashionable city is under assault. Baggy pants, dull suits, sightings of socks with sandals. A message needs to be sent, and it needs to be sent in style... Time to serve some good ol' Fashion Justice!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 49.9% ★, FPS 17.3%, Shooter 10.1%, Retro 8.7%, Combat 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game introduces unique, fast-paced mechanics that require quick thinking and precise shooting in every encounter.

Wrack is all about action - spectacular action! The addictive kill chain system encourages you to mow down as many enemies in a short period of time as possible. No hiding - keep your chain going by getting out there and kicking some alien ass!

Why similar: FPS 31.6%, Fast-Paced 24.1%, Boomer Shooter 11.9% ★, Shooter 9.2%, Gore 7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, indie shooter that captures the spirit of classic arcade-style action games.

SPRAWL is a hardcore retro FPS set in an endless cyberpunk megalopolis. Escape the walled city and take on the militarized government of the sprawl. Fueled by the blood of your enemies and a mysterious voice in your head, make your way towards the spire to topple whatever lays within.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 29.7% ★, Fast-Paced 17.5%, FPS 11.7%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Futuristic 9.1%

To hunt vampires, you'll need guns. Lots of guns. Mow down hordes of undead creatures by stacking your guns into absurd, over-the-top builds. Unleash your firepower and survive the mayhem in this Roguelite Survivors FPS.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 50.2% ★, FPS 19.4%, Retro 11.9%, Shooter 9.8%, 3D 4.1%

Become the ultimate badass in Trepang2: A gory, action-packed FPS set in the near future. Unleash all hell on your enemies, dodge bullets and leave a trail of destruction in this hardcore and frenetic shooter.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 18.2% ★, Blood 14.6% ★, FPS 14.3%, Fast-Paced 14.3%, Shooter 10%

Welcome to Volume I of a high adrenaline, fast-paced Boomer Shooter where you have only one goal: spread furious mayhem among the scumbags keeping you locked up. Stuck looking for an exit? Just punch through walls and then shoot the suckers behind them.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 21.3% ★, Fast-Paced 14.4%, Blood 13.3% ★, FPS 12.3%, Sci-fi 9.9%

Impaler Gold is a fast-paced minimalistic arena shooter - now expanded and improved. Summon spikes to slay monsters, build barriers, and propel yourself into the air. Challenge yourself in this highly replayable rogue-lite shooter inspired by the classics.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 50.3% ★, FPS 17.8%, Retro 12%, Shooter 10.3%, 3D 4.5%

MAXIMUM Action is a brutal and satisfying physics-based first person shooter influenced by Hong Kong cinema, heroic slow motion bloodshed, and old-school FPS ACTION.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 21.5%, FPS 15.4%, Blood 15.3% ★, Retro 9.9%, Gore 9.9%

Post Void is a hypnotic scramble of early first-person shooter design that values speed above all else. Keep your head full and reach the end; Kill what you can to see it mend; Get the high score or try again.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 37.7%, FPS 23.6%, Shooter 12.3%, Retro 11.4%, Violent 9.7%

BRUTAL First Person Shooter focused on action, gore, and exploration. Fueled by adrenaline-pumping trap-metal soundtrack.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 31.8% ★, Blood 16.3% ★, Fast-Paced 13.6%, FPS 11.2%, Gore 6.3%

Relentless Frontier is a fast paced sci-fi FPS running on the GZDoom Engine, with a strong focus on mobility, strategy, and exploration. Use your Omnistruct to replicate new weapons and abilities to help you traverse the terrain and demolish threats, while escaping from Ross 128-b in one piece.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 43% ★, FPS 14.2%, Shooter 9.3%, Sci-fi 8%, Retro 6.8%

BLOOD RUSH is a fast paced, skill based FPS, mixed with roguelites elements. Upgrade yourself, buy unique guns, drain miracles from relics and destroy anyone or anything standing on your way!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 39% ★, Fast-Paced 22.8%, FPS 12.5%, Stylized 8.4%, Shooter 7.6%

Smash your way through endless waves of enemies and grow absurdly powerful! Grab loot, level up, unlock characters and upgrade to create unique and crazy builds as you fend off hordes of creatures!

Why similar: Retro 45.9%, 3D 23.9%, Action 21%, Singleplayer 9.2%

Kill strange creatures with crazy weapons. The more you kill the more unlocks you gain, don't let them get close to you.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 45.4% ★, Fast-Paced 19.9%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Shooter 8.9%, Combat 7.2%

Eliminate hordes of monsters in a thrilling first person shooter - ILLWILL.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 49.3% ★, FPS 17.3%, Shooter 10.5%, Retro 9%, Stylized 6.5%

Blast, slide, and tear through waves of monsters in Harbinger's retro-inspired combat, a free boomer shooter bringing '90s combat into the modern era. Fight through waves of enemies in brutal arenas and regroup at the tavern to upgrade your arsenal.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 45.2% ★, Swordplay 16.9% ★, FPS 16.1%, Shooter 9.1%, PvE 7.1%

Go on a rampage in this endless arcade Boomer-Shooter! Gain the weirdest weapons and destroy all the monsters in the never-ending temple of GRUEL!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 54.8% ★, FPS 15.3%, Retro 11.2%, Shooter 8.2%, 3D 3.5%

Unchained is a fast paced retro multiplayer first person shooter in which you can compete in different game modes and maps, using a large arsenal of unique and deadly weapons (And some cool powerups too) to defeat your enemies.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 47.7% ★, Retro 14%, Gore 8.1%, FPS 7.8%, Violent 7.2%

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: Shooter 41.8%, Stylized 29.7%, Action 15.5%, Retro 10.3%, Singleplayer 2.8%

Anger Foot is a lightning fast action FPS where the only things harder than your ass kicking feet are the ass kicking beats.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 31.8% ★, Fast-Paced 22.7%, FPS 13.4%, Shooter 6.9%, Violent 6.1%

Captain Wayne is an intense, fast-action Retro Shooter about a sailor with a SHOTGUN for an ARM!! With a cartoony, hand-drawn art style and gory gameplay, you'll have to mow down enemies through 8 action-packed locales to take back what's yours. ARE YOU READY TO RAISE ANCHOR?

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 34.9% ★, Fast-Paced 19.5%, FPS 12%, Retro 8.4%, Shooter 7.4%

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 54.4% ★, FPS 16.7%, Retro 10.8%, Shooter 7.9%, Violent 7.6%

Force Reboot is a fast-paced FPS with rogue-lite elements. Force Reboot is entirely focused on nonstop gameplay. You need to get past all of the rooms as fast as you can.

Why similar: Fast-Paced 34.2%, FPS 21.3%, Shooter 11.5%, Retro 11.3%, Sci-fi 8.8%

Blast hordes of demons at lightning speed in bloody gunfights, and race against the clock to overcome everything that comes your way! Die and retry to get the highest score in increasingly intense trials. Create and share your own runs, enjoying hundreds of levels created by the community.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 37.1% ★, Fast-Paced 23.2%, FPS 14.5%, Gore 9.3%, Shooter 9%

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 29.1%, Retro 22.5%, Shooter 15.4%, Gore 9%, Violent 8.4%

Fast paced Bullet hell Roguelite FPS 🔴 Fight relentless machines driven by a hostile AI. Escape an endless cycle. Craft infinite weapon variants with deep gun modding. Forge deadly synergies. Carve your way out through enviro destruction /BREAK THE SYSTEM /BREAK FREE

Why similar: Fast-Paced 29%, FPS 20.2%, Futuristic 12.3%, Sci-fi 12%, Shooter 11.8%

Meatgrinder is a chaotic and fast-paced FPS. Use agility and guns to jump your way through insane levels on top of speeding trucks, trains and planes. No cutscenes or storylines, just pure action.

Why similar: Blood 21.9% ★, FPS 18%, Fast-Paced 17%, Shooter 11.9%, Retro 10.7%

Slay demons and demigods in this fast-paced roguelite FPS. Create devastating weapon builds as you journey through massive dark fantasy environments on your quest to avenge god. Challenge the demigods, face inevitable death, and rise stronger with every rebirth.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 37.5% ★, Fast-Paced 24.9%, FPS 15.6%, Shooter 7.2%, Retro 6.9%

HYPER DEMON is an FPS like no other. a pearl of lightning. a dream from the future. a drop of poison. a swan song. The faster you slay demons, the harder the game and the higher your score. There is an end. Will it see you?

Why similar: Fast-Paced 45.2%, FPS 28.3%, Shooter 11%, Combat 5.8%, 3D 4.1%

Havoc is an arcade tactical first-person shooter with semi-destructible environments. It offers a variety of game modes, including Bomb Defusal, Team Deathmatch, Free for All, and Gun Game, along with extensive options to customize lobby settings to your preferences.

Why similar: FPS 37.2%, Shooter 25%, Action 11.3%, Gore 9.1%, 3D 8.9%