Games Like Hive Jump

Become an agent of vengeance in this bullet-heaven action roguelite! You are the lone survivor of your squad, on an alien planet with just your weapon, a jetpack, and the courage to keep fighting. Kill off alien swarms and transform their valuable guts into explosive upgrades and vital utilities.

Why similar: Aliens 35.4%, Shooter 18.6%, Sci-fi 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, 2D 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel continues the frantic sci-fi action and roguelite progression of the original.

20XX is a roguelike action platformer that you can play with a friend. Jump and shoot your way through ever-changing levels, collect awesome new powers, and battle mighty bosses in the name of saving the human race maybe!

Why similar: Platformer 21.2%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Online Co-Op 11.8%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Procedural Generation 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, procedurally generated action platformer that captures the run-and-gun spirit with excellent co-op support.

Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost.

Why similar: Side Scroller 16.5%, Procedural Generation 13.7%, Roguelike 13.4%, Platformer 12.8%, Local Co-Op 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: The refined successor to 20XX, offering even more polished procedural platforming and cooperative play.

An action packed platform shooter mashed-up with roguelike and RPG elements, crazy 3D graphics and co-op multiplayer for one to 4 players.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.6%, Roguelike 16.3%, Platformer 15.8%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi run-and-gun game that features procedural levels and chaotic multiplayer action similar to Hive Jump.

Old friends and bitter enemies await as you invade Earth alongside a Mothership full of alien friends! Blast, beam, and bite your way through an endless swarm of enemies as you and up to three of your fellow hominids cause mayhem with a huge arsenal of weapons, mutations, and acrobatic maneuvers.

Why similar: Aliens 14.7%, Online Co-Op 13%, Side Scroller 12.3%, Procedural Generation 12%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A frantic, cooperative arcade shooter that shares the same side-scrolling, alien-themed action roots.

The Citizen Kane of Super Crate Box clones - dance with death through randomised rooms to clear your space freighter of irradiated aliens in a brutal arcade platformer shooter stuffed to the brim with unlockable weapons, explosives, special abilities and defense moves.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.4%, Platformer 15.4%, Aliens 14.8%, Shooter 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A high-intensity arcade platformer that emphasizes quick reflexes and alien-slaying action.

Risk of Rain is an action platformer with roguelike elements. With permanent death as a primary feature, players will have to play their best to get as far as possible. Fight on a mysterious planet with randomly spawning enemies and bosses, either alone or with 3 friends in online co-op.

Why similar: Roguelike 26.6%, Platformer 17%, Online Co-Op 12.4%, Local Co-Op 12.3%, Co-op 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A seminal sci-fi action-roguelike that features procedural generation and intense cooperative combat.

Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.4%, Co-op 14%, Platformer 12.3%, Side Scroller 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers the same chaotic, explosive run-and-gun energy with a heavy emphasis on cooperative play.

A roguelite action platformer in a vibrant glitch-ridden world. Amass a huge arsenal from over 150 weapon options and face hordes of enemies and tough boss fights. Jump into multiplayer (up to 4 player co-op online or local) to collect, unlock, and upgrade for endless replayability.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 15.3%, Online Co-Op 11.8%, Platformer 11.6%, Roguelike 11.4%, 4 Player Local 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, procedurally generated action-platformer that emphasizes cooperative multiplayer and roguelite progression.

Black Future ’88 is a Synth-Punk roguelike 2D action Shooter. Vertically climb an always evolving procedural tower to reach the top and kill its insane owner…before your heart explodes. Shoot, slash, dash and upgrade yourself to survive the endless waves of Homicidal AI, Traps & Colossal Wardens.

Why similar: Co-op 29.3%, Local Co-Op 26.6%, Action 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Platformer 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, synth-wave-infused action roguelite that demands constant movement and aggressive play.

Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.1%, Roguelike 11.3%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Online Co-Op 9.5%, Platformer 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A procedurally generated run-and-gun game that feels like a comic book, matching the arcade intensity of Hive Jump.

Vagante is an action-packed platformer that features permanent death and procedurally generated levels. Play cooperatively with friends both locally and online, or adventure solo in this challenging roguelike-inspired game.

Why similar: Roguelike 15.6%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Online Co-Op 10.9%, 4 Player Local 10.8%, Procedural Generation 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging roguelike platformer with pixel-art visuals that rewards careful exploration and combat.

Dead Cells is a roguelite, metroidvania inspired, action-platformer. You'll explore a sprawling, ever-changing castle... assuming you’re able to fight your way past its keepers in 2D souls-lite combat. No checkpoints. Kill, die, learn, repeat.

Why similar: Roguelike 25.4%, Procedural Generation 24.7%, Platformer 21.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, 2D 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for action-platformer roguelites, offering fluid movement and deep combat mechanics.

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: Local Co-Op 18.7%, Local Multiplayer 13%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Co-op 11%, Platformer 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style run-and-gun game that captures the fun, over-the-top energy of classic shooters.

Rescue hostages, disarm bombs and save the day in this old school, side-scroller action game with retro graphics and retro sensibilities. Online and Couch Coop Included.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.7%, Online Co-Op 12.8%, Procedural Generation 12.6%, Shooter 11.2%, Local Multiplayer 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling tactical action game that emphasizes cooperative coordination and fast-paced combat.

Bleed 2 is a relentless arcade action game featuring air-dodging, bullet-reflecting, and tons of bosses. Now with randomly-generated levels and daily challenges, too!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.9%, Platformer 19.6%, Arcade 16%, Procedural Generation 14.8%, Action 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A boss-focused, arcade-style action game that prioritizes fluid movement and intense combat encounters.

Ants Took My Eyeball is a 2D action platformer roguelite. Descend into an ever-changing ant hill, fight your way through hordes of insects with a variety of weapons, face formidable bosses and ultimately find your stolen eyeball.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 19.9%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Procedural Generation 15%, Roguelike 13.6%, Platformer 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art roguelite that focuses on cooperative exploration and loot-driven progression.

Play Abathor Atlantis Landing and relive the glory of arcades in this action platformer for up to 4 players.

Why similar: Side Scroller 13.8%, Platformer 13.7%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, 4 Player Local 10.5%, Co-op 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action platformer that emphasizes cooperative play and challenging combat.

Spelunky 2 builds upon the unique, randomized challenges that made the original a roguelike classic, offering a huge adventure designed to satisfy players old and new. Meet the next generation of explorers as they find themselves on the Moon, searching for treasure and missing family.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 14.1%, Platformer 14%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Procedural Generation 12.4%, Online Co-Op 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: While more exploration-focused, its procedural platforming and chaotic co-op make it a perfect match for fans of Hive Jump.

Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.6%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Platformer 14.2%, Co-op 14.2%, Shooter 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features deep crafting and run-and-gun mechanics with a distinct pixel-art style and co-op focus.

Action roguelike for 1-4 players with cute graphics and deep game mechanics. Combine dozens of different weapons, magic items, potions and spells with unique effects to beat 8 enemy factions and 28 bosses. Can you find the ancient goblin artifact at the end of the dungeon?

Why similar: 4 Player Local 17.2%, Online Co-Op 12.7%, Local Co-Op 12.3%, Procedural Generation 12.2%, Side Scroller 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative action-roguelike that features dungeon-crawling and arcade-style combat.

D-Corp is a couch multiplayer game for up to 4 players. Co-operate on tasks such as turret maintenance and harvesting natural resources while being under continuous attack by alien cacti! Whack your friends in the versus mode.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 17.7%, Aliens 17.6%, 4 Player Local 13.9%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, Co-op 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative sci-fi action game that focuses on teamwork and managing chaotic environments.

Explore a neon galaxy in your very own battleship in this 1- to 4-player couch co-op adventure.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.5%, 4 Player Local 18.9%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, Co-op 12.3%, Multiplayer 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A cooperative sci-fi game that requires intense teamwork and frantic management of ship systems.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Platformer 36.4%, Pixel Graphics 28.4%, Action 10.9%, 2D 9.2%, Sci-fi 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Though single-player, its fast-paced, one-hit-kill arcade action provides a similar adrenaline rush.

Take on wild beasts, ruthless soldiers, and ancient gods in this 2D Action-Platformer inspired by Tower-Defense combat.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.1%, Platformer 21.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Co-op 14.1%, Local Multiplayer 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Combines platforming with tower defense elements in a sci-fi setting, perfect for cooperative play.

“METAL SLUG 3”, the masterpiece in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game series, still continues to fascinate millions of fans worldwide to this day for its intricate dot-pixel graphics, and simple and intuitive game controls, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Arcade 21.9%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Co-op 15.8%, Local Co-Op 13.6%, Shooter 8%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive classic run-and-gun experience that inspired many of the mechanics found in Hive Jump.

Vertical Drop Heroes is a procedural platformer RPG hybrid with roguelike elements, where your hero adventures through randomly generated stages. Armed with a variety of skills and traits, you must use your cunning and reflexes to survive the dangers of each stage.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.7%, Procedural Generation 16%, Roguelike 15.6%, Platformer 15.4%, Co-op 14.2%

Why You'll Like It: A procedural platformer that blends roguelike elements with unique character abilities and co-op.

TowerFall Ascension is the definitive version of the hit archery combat game. Inspired by classics from the golden age of couch multiplayer, it's a 4-player local party game centering around hilarious, intense versus matches. The core mechanics are simple and accessible, but hard to master and combat is fierce.

Why similar: Local Multiplayer 20.6%, Local Co-Op 19.4%, 4 Player Local 15.5%, Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style platformer that excels in local multiplayer chaos and tight, responsive controls.

Jump Space (formerly Jump Ship) is a mission based co-op PvE for 1-4 players, where you are the crew of a spaceship. Transition seamlessly from crewing the ship to on-foot exploration and space walks. Explore, upgrade, and survive intense encounters in deep space together.

Why similar: Co-op 39.7%, Sci-fi 21%, Shooter 19.5%, Multiplayer 10.9%, Action 6.7%

"This is some of the most fun I've had with a game so far this year, and it will go down as one of the best side-scrolling shooters of all time." - 9/10, Destructoid

Why similar: Platformer 31.6%, Shooter 15.7%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Action 11.3%, Sci-fi 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A physics-based sci-fi action platformer that features intense boss fights and classic run-and-gun gameplay.

Jog! Jump! Switch! Coordinate the crazy conga line of alien athletes in this autorunner / puzzle platformer for 1-4 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.2%, Aliens 17.8%, Co-op 12.7%, Platformer 12.4%, Local Multiplayer 11%

Arcade Mayhem Juanito is a retro experience about arcade-hopping. Teleport into different video games, play with unique mechanics inspired by well-known arcade games, face stunningly animated bosses and join the fight against the clonocell invasion.

Why similar: Aliens 25.9%, Arcade 18.8%, Co-op 18.3%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Action 11.1%

Free the galaxies in this action platformer! Jump, swing, dig and shoot your way through uncharted planets. Give hell to the Overlord's forces and face alien foes. Earn rewards after every battle and add them to your ever-growing arsenal.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.7%, Procedural Generation 18.2%, Roguelike 16.5%, Platformer 15.1%, Local Multiplayer 14%

Chaos Domain is a game about shooting bad people in the face. Apart from that, it is also a run and gun platformer, powered by Unreal Engine. The game is highly influenced by games from 8-bit and 16-bit era, including Contra/Probotector series, as well as titles like Abuse and Doom Troopers.

Why similar: Platformer 20.2%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Shooter 14.3%, Co-op 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, high-difficulty run-and-gun platformer that captures the arcade feel of the 90s.

Team up for 1-4 player co-op platforming in procedurally-generated alien caves! Customize your gremlin, embrace the chaos and fart on friends! Tackle challenges together and unlock new looks and wild mutations for your next run!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.3%, Procedural Generation 19.6%, Platformer 16.4%, Online Co-Op 15.9%, Co-op 15.2%

1-Bit Roguelite Action Shooter.

Why similar: Aliens 25.3%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Shooter 16.2%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

Take control of Mace in this local co-op side scrolling platform shooter as you travel from assignment to assignment taking on enemy bots and dangerous bosses on different planets.

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.3%, Platformer 14.8%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Co-op 9.6%, Local Multiplayer 9%

Entropy Survivors is a bullet hell roguelike where you simultaneously control a powerful mech and a sharpshooting space frog, featuring outrageously creative abilities and powerful weapon customization. Save the universe in single player or 2-4 player online co-op!

Why similar: Roguelike 27%, Co-op 21.1%, Online Co-Op 20.5%, Arcade 13.6%, Colorful 5.7%

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 28.1%, Platformer 24.8%, Local Co-Op 23%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%, Action 9.1%

HIVE is a multiplayer hero shooter in 2.5D side scroll with futuristic style and frenetic gameplay. Up to 10 players will have to fight in hexagon-shaped combat areas, divided into 6 zones, each one with Its own gravity direction.

Why similar: Action 69.8%, Indie 30.2%

A Robot Named Fight is a Metroidvania roguelike focused on exploration and item collection. Explore a different, procedurally-generated labyrinth each time you play and discover randomized power-ups to traverse obstacles, find secrets and explode meat beasts.

Why similar: Procedural Generation 17.2%, Platformer 14.2%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, 4 Player Local 13%, Roguelike 12.7%

The ultimate couch fragger gibfest! Armed with a powerful shotgun, bullet deflecting shield and power-up tarot cards, 2 to 4 local players will battle it out to collect each others souls in 9 different competitive game modes across 4 realms & 40 arenas. This is frantic local multiplayer action at its bloodiest!

Why similar: 4 Player Local 17.7%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Platformer 10.7%

Heroes of Hammerwatch is a rogue-lite action-adventure. Explore and battle your way through procedurally generated levels on your own or with up to 3 friends.

Why similar: Co-op 27.6%, Online Co-Op 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Multiplayer 14.5%, Procedural Generation 9.5%

Dive into the Ocean Keeper – a cooperative roguelike where four survival miners defend their Mech Spider, fight with endless hordes of monsters, and dig for resources. Team up with your friends, upgrade between waves, and survive the deep caves, full of treasures… if you can.

Why similar: Roguelike 23.2%, Procedural Generation 17%, Online Co-Op 15.6%, Sci-fi 14%, Multiplayer 10.6%

Tower 57 is a fast-paced neo-retro shooter where cooperation is as important as your ammo capacity. As a member of an extraordinary task force fight your way through a dieselpunk megatower and uncover its hidden secrets.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29%, Action 28%, Pixel Graphics 24.3%, Indie 12.6%, 2D 6%

Survive the horrors of the multiverse, alone or with your comrades, as you battle against an onslaught of insectoid like creatures. Combine abilities in different ways each loop to overcome and return safely to your universe.

Why similar: Procedural Generation 22%, Online Co-Op 19%, Roguelike 17.1%, Co-op 12.2%, Aliens 11.3%

Command destructive spaceships to obliterate hordes of enemy vessels, while quickly solving puzzles to weave through networks of vibrantly colorful, adversarial machines!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.5%, 4 Player Local 18.3%, Shooter 15.6%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Action 8.5%

Freaky Awesome is a hectic action rogue-lite. You explore a randomly generated old factory, fighting weird monsters and avoiding traps. Toxic wastes will make you mutate, gaining different powers every time. You will need to adapt to your mutations to survive!

Why similar: Online Co-Op 16.7%, Local Co-Op 13.8%, Procedural Generation 13%, Roguelike 12.6%, Co-op 12.5%

IRON CRYPTICLE is an arcade twin-stick dungeon shooter with RPG elements for 1 to 4 players LOCAL CO-OP! A mysterious, malevolent force has abducted Cryptonia’s princess – along with the king’s royal golden treasures (shaped curiously like large foodstuffs...). Kingsguard to the rescue!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 41.2%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Arcade 16.8%, Action 11.1%, 2D 8.8%

Superfighters Deluxe is a unique action game that combines brawling, shooting and platforming in dynamic sandboxy 2D levels. Lots of weapons and fun gameplay systems interlock to create absurd action-movie chaos.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 13.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Local Multiplayer 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%

A chaotic Roguelite Twin-Stick Shooter with a Base Defense Twist. With up to 4 players, explore, become stronger to defend your spaceship and leave this Frk*n planet!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.3%, Co-op 21.8%, Online Co-Op 21.4%, Multiplayer 10.5%, Colorful 9.9%

A fast paced action shooter inspired by the arcade classic Super Pang! Use a wide selection of weapons and powerups to tear through increasingly challenging levels.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 28.2%, Co-op 17.2%, Arcade 15.8%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Action 8.2%

A one-click parkour game in space. Zoom through intricate levels using your suit's thrusters and grapple hook, all while evading colossal alien worms and racing against the clock.

Why similar: Aliens 16.5%, 4 Player Local 16.4%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Procedural Generation 13.8%, Platformer 11.9%

Spaceship Looter is an action roguelike game, where mercenaries of all stripes rob drifting schooner, lost transtport ships and abandoned military cruisers - all what is filled with tons of valuable loot and hidden in the deep space.

Why similar: Roguelike 47.8%, Pixel Graphics 22.7%, Action 12.7%, 2D 11.2%, Indie 5.6%

Astro Duel 2 is a sci-fi combat game combining top-down space dog fights with up-close platforming action. Whether versus or co-op, battle through space and on foot at the same time! Strike within the fully-destructible arenas or just nuke ‘em from orbit.

Why similar: 4 Player Local 19.3%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Platformer 15%, Local Multiplayer 14.6%, Shooter 10.9%

Shoot, reflect, and jetpack your way through ChargeShot -- a local-multiplayer, space-bounty-hunter, deathmatch game with a focus on fast-paced, twitch gameplay. Prove to your friends that you are the greatest warrior in the galaxy. No friends? No problem.

Why similar: Local Multiplayer 60.2%, Action 23.6%, Indie 11.8%, Singleplayer 4.3%

Xion Leak is a fast-paced, two-player, cooperative platformer. Get in sync and set the fastest times to win trophies! Run fast, work together, and avoid the countless dangers that the mysterious Foreman has placed in your path.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 17.3%, Local Multiplayer 15.1%, Online Co-Op 12.4%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Platformer 11.8%

Alien Scumbags is a sci-fi action platformer with a big slice of horror and a stack of pop culture references. You'll run, hide and kill across several levels, collect items from capsule machines and unlock characters.

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.6%, Aliens 16.5%, Platformer 14.1%, Arcade 11.3%, Sci-fi 10.3%

A rogue-lite twin-stick shooter/brawler that never plays the same twice. Collect and control 60 different characters as the body-snatching alien Parasite with a grudge against humanity. Fight to the top of the food chain: possess the President, push the Big Red Button and one-up the human race.

Why similar: Procedural Generation 20.6%, Roguelike 17.9%, Local Co-Op 16.2%, Shooter 15.7%, Sci-fi 10.8%