- #1 20XX
97% matchVery Positive91% of 4,534 reviews2017
Dev: Batterystaple Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 21.3%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Online Co-Op 11.7%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Procedural Generation 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, procedurally generated action platformer that captures the run-and-gun spirit with excellent co-op support.
- #2 Hive Jump 2: Survivors
96% matchVery Positive84% of 112 reviews2024
Dev: Graphite LabPub: Midwest Games
Windows · Linux
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: Shooter 34.4%, Arcade 27.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.5%, 2D 12%, Action 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel continues the frantic sci-fi action and roguelite progression of the original.
- #3 30XX
96% matchVery Positive91% of 2,768 reviews2023
Dev: Batterystaple Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 16.6%, Procedural Generation 13.6%, Roguelike 13.3%, Platformer 13%, Local Co-Op 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: The refined successor to 20XX, offering even more polished procedural platforming and cooperative play.
- #4 Rogue Stormers
95% matchMixed69% of 988 reviews2016
Dev: Black Forest GamesPub: HandyGames
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 20.8%, Roguelike 16%, Platformer 15.9%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 11.3%
Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi run-and-gun game that features procedural levels and chaotic multiplayer action similar to Hive Jump.
- #5 Alien Hominid Invasion
93% matchVery Positive88% of 1,726 reviews2023
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 14.8%, Online Co-Op 12.9%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Procedural Generation 12%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A frantic, cooperative arcade shooter that shares the same side-scrolling, alien-themed action roots.
- #6 Super Mutant Alien Assault
94% matchVery Positive86% of 175 reviews2016
Dev: CybernatePub: Surprise Attack
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 19.5%, Platformer 15.5%, 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.
- #7 Risk of Rain (2013)
94% matchVery Positive93% of 29,799 reviews2013
Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
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 26.3%, Platformer 17.3%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Online Co-Op 12.4%, Co-op 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A seminal sci-fi action-roguelike that features procedural generation and intense cooperative combat.
- #8 Broforce
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,525 reviews2015
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 17.9%, Co-op 13.5%, Platformer 12%, Side Scroller 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers the same chaotic, explosive run-and-gun energy with a heavy emphasis on cooperative play.
- #9 Vagante
91% matchVery Positive89% of 5,003 reviews2018
Dev: Nuke Nine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 17.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, 4 Player Local 10.6%, Online Co-Op 10.6%, Procedural Generation 10%
Why You'll Like It: A challenging roguelike platformer with pixel-art visuals that rewards careful exploration and combat.
- #10 Rogue Glitch Ultra
90% matchVery Positive92% of 1,595 reviews2021
Dev: Rarebyte
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 54%
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%, Platformer 11.7%, Online Co-Op 11.7%, Roguelike 11.3%, 4 Player Local 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, procedurally generated action-platformer that emphasizes cooperative multiplayer and roguelite progression.
- #11 Black Future '88
91% matchMostly Positive72% of 745 reviews2019
Dev: SUPERSCARYSNAKESPub: Good Shepherd Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 35%
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 29.2%, Local Co-Op 26.6%, Action 14.5%, 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.
- #12 Fury Unleashed
89% matchVery Positive87% of 2,857 reviews2020
Dev: Awesome Games Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
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 11.2%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Online Co-Op 9.4%, Platformer 9.2%
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.
- #13 Dead Cells
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 180,167 reviews2018
Dev: Motion Twin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 25.2%, Procedural Generation 24.6%, Platformer 21.4%, 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.
- #14 Mighty Goose
89% matchVery Positive87% of 1,045 reviews2021
Dev: BlastmodePub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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 11.4%, Co-op 10.9%, Platformer 9%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style run-and-gun game that captures the fun, over-the-top energy of classic shooters.
- #15 Door Kickers: Action Squad
86% matchVery Positive95% of 10,498 reviews2018
Dev: PixelShardPub: KillHouse Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
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 12.7%, Procedural Generation 12.6%, Shooter 11.3%, Local Multiplayer 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling tactical action game that emphasizes cooperative coordination and fast-paced combat.
- #16 Bleed 2
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 898 reviews2017
Dev: Ian Campbell
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 20%, Platformer 19.8%, Arcade 15.9%, Procedural Generation 14.7%, Action 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A boss-focused, arcade-style action game that prioritizes fluid movement and intense combat encounters.
- #17 Ants Took My Eyeball
84% matchVery Positive93% of 252 reviews2024
Dev: Bosmic Forge
Windows
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 20.3%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Procedural Generation 14.9%, Roguelike 13.4%, Platformer 12.8%
Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art roguelite that focuses on cooperative exploration and loot-driven progression.
- #18 Abathor - Atlantis Landing
85% matchVery Positive88% of 203 reviews2023
Dev: Pow Pixel GamesPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 24%
Play Abathor Atlantis Landing and relive the glory of arcades in this action platformer for up to 4 players.
Why similar: Side Scroller 13.9%, Platformer 13.8%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, 4 Player Local 10.6%, Co-op 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired action platformer that emphasizes cooperative play and challenging combat.
- #19 Spelunky 2
84% matchVery Positive93% of 21,674 reviews2020
Dev: Mossmouth
Windows
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 42.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 14.3%, Platformer 14.1%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Procedural Generation 12.3%, Online Co-Op 11.4%
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.
- #20 Mercenary Kings: Reloaded Edition
86% matchMostly Positive70% of 2,437 reviews2014
Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!
Why similar: Side Scroller 15.7%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Platformer 14.3%, Co-op 14.1%, Shooter 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features deep crafting and run-and-gun mechanics with a distinct pixel-art style and co-op focus.
- #21 Son of a Witch
83% matchVery Positive86% of 434 reviews2018
Dev: Bigosaur
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 17.5%, Online Co-Op 12.6%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Procedural Generation 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A cooperative action-roguelike that features dungeon-crawling and arcade-style combat.
- #22 Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
82% matchVery Positive93% of 4,036 reviews2015
Dev: Asteroid Base
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore a neon galaxy in your very own battleship in this 1- to 4-player couch co-op adventure.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.4%, 4 Player Local 19.3%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, Co-op 12.2%, Multiplayer 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A cooperative sci-fi game that requires intense teamwork and frantic management of ship systems.
- #23 Aegis Defenders
82% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,814 reviews2018
Dev: GUTS DepartmentPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 18 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 30%
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%, Platformer 21.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Co-op 14%, Local Multiplayer 10%
Why You'll Like It: Combines platforming with tower defense elements in a sci-fi setting, perfect for cooperative play.
- #24 Katana ZERO
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,917 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 36.6%, Pixel Graphics 28.3%, Action 10.9%, 2D 9.1%, 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.
- #25 D-Corp
81% matchVery Positive84% of 61 reviews2021
Dev: Frogsong Studios
Windows · Linux
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 14.2%, 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.
- #26 METAL SLUG 3
80% matchVery Positive90% of 9,019 reviews2014
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
“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 21.8%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Co-op 15.7%, 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.
- #27 Vertical Drop Heroes HD
81% matchVery Positive80% of 743 reviews2014
Dev: Nerdook Productions
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 36%
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 18.8%, Procedural Generation 15.9%, Platformer 15.6%, Roguelike 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.
- #28 Alien Strike: Blasting the Intruders
75% matchVery Positive96% of 136 reviews2026
Dev: Combo Game StudioPub: Nuntius Games
Windows
Slide, jump and shoot in 8 directions in this explosive Run 'n Gun for up to 3 players! Swap weapons in real time, activate insane specials and take on alien bosses in an action-packed invasion of retro mayhem!
Why similar: Aliens 22.6%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Platformer 12.7%, Shooter 11%
- #29 TowerFall Ascension
78% matchVery Positive95% of 3,570 reviews2014
Dev: Maddy Makes Games Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 20.5%, Local Co-Op 19.3%, 4 Player Local 15.8%, Platformer 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style platformer that excels in local multiplayer chaos and tight, responsive controls.
- #30 Intrusion 2
78% matchVery Positive90% of 2,242 reviews2012
Dev: Aleksei Abramenko
Windows · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 37%
"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 31.7%, Shooter 15.7%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Action 11.4%, Sci-fi 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A physics-based sci-fi action platformer that features intense boss fights and classic run-and-gun gameplay.
- #31 Arcade Mayhem Juanito
77% matchVery Positive94% of 365 reviews2017
Dev: Game Ever Studio
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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 26%, Arcade 18.7%, Co-op 18.3%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Action 11.2%
- #32 Mother Machine
74% matchMostly Positive77% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: Maschinen-Mensch
Windows
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 16.6%, Online Co-Op 15.8%, Co-op 15.2%
- #33 Joggernauts
77% matchVery Positive86% of 140 reviews2018
Dev: Space MacePub: Graffiti Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 34%
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 19.3%, Aliens 17.8%, Co-op 12.6%, Platformer 12.5%, Local Multiplayer 11%
- #34 Jump Space
70% matchVery Positive86% of 10,811 reviews2025
Dev: Keepsake Games
Windows
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 38.1%, Sci-fi 21.1%, Shooter 20.4%, Multiplayer 11.4%, Action 6.7%
- #35 Chaos Domain
79% matchMostly Negative31% of 836 reviews2014
Dev: Holy Warp
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 1.7 hrs≥1hr: 16%
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 20.3%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Local Co-Op 14.6%, Shooter 14.4%, Co-op 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, high-difficulty run-and-gun platformer that captures the arcade feel of the 90s.
- #36 DIG - Deep In Galaxies
73% matchVery Positive95% of 169 reviews2023
Dev: Molton Studio
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
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 18.1%, Roguelike 16.2%, Platformer 15.3%, Local Multiplayer 14.1%
- #37 Narvas
75% matchMixed45% of 355 reviews2022
Dev: Stranga GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 28%
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 19.2%, Platformer 14.9%, Local Co-Op 13.6%, Co-op 9.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%
- #38 HIVE: Altenum Wars
76% matchMixed67% of 99 reviews2018
Dev: Catness Game StudiosPub: Making Port
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 70.3%, Indie 29.7%
- #39 A Robot Named Fight!
74% matchVery Positive88% of 888 reviews2017
Dev: Morningstar Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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%, Platformer 14.3%, Local Co-Op 14%, 4 Player Local 13.4%, Roguelike 12.5%
- #40 Rogue Invader
73% matchVery Positive92% of 65 reviews2021
Dev: Squishy Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
1-Bit Roguelite Action Shooter.
Why similar: Aliens 25.3%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Shooter 16.3%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%
- #41 Unit 4
76% matchMixed48% of 64 reviews2017
Dev: Gamera Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 28.4%, Platformer 24.8%, Local Co-Op 22.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Action 9%
- #42 Ocean Keeper Co-op Drill Multiplayer
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 164 reviews2025
Dev: RetroStyle Games
Windows
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%, Procedural Generation 17%, Online Co-Op 15.6%, Sci-fi 14.1%, Multiplayer 10.6%
- #43 The Bug Butcher
72% matchVery Positive90% of 1,201 reviews2016
Dev: Awfully Nice Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 28.3%, Co-op 17.2%, Arcade 15.7%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Action 8.2%
- #44 Demons with Shotguns
73% matchVery Positive90% of 62 reviews2016
Dev: MindShaft Games, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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 17.9%, Local Co-Op 17.6%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Platformer 10.8%
- #45 Heroes of Hammerwatch
71% matchVery Positive87% of 9,461 reviews2018
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Linux
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 25.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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 27.7%, Online Co-Op 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Multiplayer 14.5%, Procedural Generation 9.5%
- #46 Rift Loopers
69% matchMostly Positive74% of 117 reviews2023
Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
Windows
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 18.9%, Roguelike 16.9%, Co-op 12.3%, Aliens 11.4%
- #47 Tower 57
72% matchMixed64% of 814 reviews2017
Dev: PixwerkPub: 11 bit studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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 29.1%, Action 28.2%, Pixel Graphics 24.2%, Indie 12.5%, 2D 6%
- #48 Galacide
71% matchVery Positive86% of 95 reviews2015
Dev: Puny Human
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%
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 18.5%, Shooter 15.6%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Action 8.5%
- #49 Entropy Survivors
66% matchVery Positive80% of 511 reviews2024
Dev: Moving Pieces InteractivePub: First Break Labs
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 30.4%, Co-op 30.2%, Arcade 21.3%, Colorful 11.5%, Action 6.6%
- #50 Slam and Roll
66% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2024
Dev: KaleidoGames
Windows
Trap enemies in giant balls, kick them into massive combos and clear the screen. Travel the world, unlock characters, play co-op, or embrace Action Roguelike Chaos Mode.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 18%, Platformer 14.5%, Co-op 12.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.2%, Side Scroller 11%
- #51 Freaky Awesome
71% matchMixed56% of 261 reviews2017
Dev: Mandragora
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 16.6%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Procedural Generation 13%, Co-op 12.5%, Roguelike 12.4%
- #52 Iron Crypticle
70% matchVery Positive84% of 120 reviews2017
Dev: Confused PelicanPub: TIKIPOD
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 41.3%, Pixel Graphics 17%, Arcade 16.8%, Action 11.2%, 2D 8.7%
- #53 Superfighters Deluxe
67% matchVery Positive89% of 3,496 reviews2018
Dev: MythoLogic Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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%, Platformer 11.5%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Online Co-Op 10.2%
- #54 Astro Duel 2
65% matchVery Positive97% of 67 reviews2024
Dev: Rusty MoyherPub: Wild Rooster
Windows · Mac
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 19.5%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Platformer 15.1%, Local Multiplayer 14.6%, Shooter 10.9%
- #55 HyperParasite
67% matchVery Positive82% of 147 reviews2020
Dev: Troglobytes GamesPub: Nicalis, Inc.
Windows
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 17.6%, Local Co-Op 16.3%, Shooter 15.9%, Sci-fi 10.8%
- #56 This Is No Cave
62% matchVery Positive97% of 148 reviews2025
Dev: monome.studio
Windows
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: 4 Player Local 16.6%, Aliens 16.5%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Procedural Generation 13.7%, Platformer 12%
- #57 Alien Scumbags
66% matchVery Positive97% of 116 reviews2020
Dev: Monster Finger Games
Windows
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 18.7%, Aliens 16.5%, Platformer 14.2%, Arcade 11.2%, Sci-fi 10.3%
- #58 Spaceship Looter
69% matchMostly Positive71% of 232 reviews2017
Dev: Luxorix Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
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 47.5%, Pixel Graphics 22.8%, Action 12.9%, 2D 11.2%, Indie 5.5%
- #59 ChargeShot
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 99 reviews2015
Dev: Cowboy Color
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%
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 60.4%, Action 23.8%, Indie 11.7%, Singleplayer 4.2%