Games Like Hot Guns: International Missions

The legendary Contra series returns! This reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the ‘80s features new stages, new enemies, new play mechanics, and co-op combat for up to 4 players!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, 1980s 13.1%, Side Scroller 12.1%, 2D Platformer 10%, 1990's 10%

There isn't anything better than punching things in 8-bit that will end up leaving you with RAW FISTS! *Warning, this game contains old school difficulty* (Blowing in the cartridge is not required.)

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Platformer 11.5%, Side Scroller 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Arcade 10.4%

When terrorism threatens the world there is no need to send a bunch of iconic movie heroes back from the '80s. One under-funded over-powered mercenary is all that's needed to save the world in this epic run 'n' gun destruction-fest of a homage to Broforce!

Why similar: Destruction 13%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Side Scroller 11.4%, 1980s 10.8%, 2D Platformer 9.1%

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 15.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, 1980s 14.7%, Shooter 13.2%, 1990's 10.6%

The Classic 1991 Platformer comes to Steam!

Why similar: Side Scroller 12.9%, 1980s 12.9%, Cartoon 11.2%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 10.2%

Search for lost treasure in this Indiana Jones style adventure. Your quest for fortune and glory will not be easy however. Few ever return from their expeditions into the deep jungles. So, if you are brave enough, the "Jungles of Maxtheria" awaits!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Side Scroller 12.4%, 1980s 10.8%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Platformer 10.1%

A charming platformer ripped straight from the arcades. Run, shoot, climb and chomp your way to victory.

Why similar: Side Scroller 16%, Cartoon 13.2%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 12.8%, 1980s 12.5%

Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 10.3%, 1990's 9.3%

A throwback to the golden age of white-gloved 16-bit video-game mascots, Spectacular Sparky is an action-packed platformer with wacky characters, explosive weapons and boss battles to treasure!

Why similar: Side Scroller 12.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Platformer 9.5%, Cartoon 9.2%, Shooter 8.8%

The Angry Video Game Nerd is back in 8-bits! Battle through frantic platforming levels, defeat classic AVGN bosses, and save all of gaming, or test your skills in Endless Challenge mode!

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.7%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Platformer 14%, Arcade 10.8%, 1980s 9.5%

Super Retro World is a 2D platformer which is based on the idea of classic platform handheld console games like Super Mario Land.

Why similar: 1980s 14.7%, Platformer 14.4%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Arcade 10.5%

A stylish pixel-art platformer with a thumping chip-tune sound track. Perfect for quick and short bites of run and jump gaming action. Taking you back to the retro days in a modern way.

Why similar: 1980s 19.9%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%, Arcade 9.6%, Side Scroller 8.9%

Freddy's daughter has been kidnapped by an evil dragon. To rescue her, he must cross the entire kingdom taking some ingredients with which to make a magic potion, but it won't be easy, they must be collected in a specific order and Freddy will have to overcome the dangers he finds in his path.

Why similar: Side Scroller 16.6%, 2D Platformer 14.4%, Arcade 14%, 1980s 13.7%, Platformer 11.7%

This game, "FORTRESS DEFENDER", is a side-scrolling power-up shooting game with an 80's flavor. Defeat the enemies that appear one after another, dodge their attacks, and aim for the boss that lurks in the depths of the stage. There are a total of eight stages with various tricks and bosses.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Side Scroller 16.3%, 1980s 13%, Destruction 9.8%, Shooter 9.7%

An unknown force from a parallel reality trapped Earth’s energy in three runes. The best resistance fighters have been sent on a critical mission to destroy the runes and seal the dimensional rift.

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Platformer 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Arcade 12.2%

Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Arcade 11%

Aliens have invaded, and Kid Bubblegum is too cool to let that slide. Armed with his trusty Gumslinger, he’ll kick some alien ass and shoot bubblegum…and he has plenty of gum!

Why similar: 1980s 16.7%, 1990's 12.9%, Platformer 11%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Cartoon 9.3%

A retro-inspired top-down action game where a single mistake means instant danger. Overcome 30 relentless stages and prove a love torn apart by a spirit’s mischief.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 18.8%, Platformer 15.9%, 1980s 14.7%, Arcade 12.5%, 1990's 10.8%

This is a horizontal shooter game. The story takes place in a city infected by "coal", where most people have become coal zombies. When the government learned of the great changes in the city, it sent two elite soldiers to investigate the situation.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Platformer 13.7%, Shooter 13.3%, 2D Platformer 12.4%

The Queen of the Cosmic Wartoads has been abducted by the Rigellian Slime Beasts, their deadliest foe, and turned into the most hideous thing imaginable: a human being! Traverse the Rygellian Time-Void, reach the Slime King's lair and dismantle their deathly machine with your Cosmic Tool Kit.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Shooter 12.4%, 1980s 11.6%, Arcade 10.4%, Cartoon 10.3%

Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 12.4%, 1990's 11.4%

Thunder Tiger is a fast-paced side-scrolling shoot ’em up, blending 1980s arcade style with futuristic flair. Blast enemies, grab power-ups, and chase high scores in intense 2D stages. Classic retro vibe meets modern gameplay!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Side Scroller 18.2%, 1980s 12.1%, Arcade 10.7%, 1990's 9.4%

Fight against a sect planning terrorist attacks in this side-scrolling shooter.

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.1%, Platformer 12.7%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 11%

Inspired by classic titles like Contra and Sunset Riders, Balacera Brothers is a retro run n' gun game full of color, energetic music, and fast-paced action.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Shooter 11.7%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Cartoon 10.2%, Arcade 9.1%

Run-and-gun action game with multi-stage boss battles. Play as Chester, world's most badass guinea pig, who is hell-bent on a quest for revenge.

Why similar: Cartoon 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, Side Scroller 12%, 1980s 11.4%, 2D Platformer 10%

Hey, man! Ren & Stimpy are back in a collection of games that will satisfy even the sickest little monkeys. Don't be an eediot - add this to your game library today, you filthy swine!

Why similar: 1990's 16.6%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Platformer 12%, Cartoon 11.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.8%

"AfroPenguin & The Forbidden Ramen" is a challenging argentinian 2D adventure game which pays homage to those Nintendo titles that made us smile as a kid (and why not, as adults).

Why similar: Side Scroller 14%, Cartoon 12.1%, 1980s 11.9%, 2D Platformer 11.6%, Platformer 11.3%

Brave Soldier: Invasion Of Cyborgs is a pixel art platform game with a lot of action. Help the soldier save the world from the Cyborg Invasion! Good Luck!

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.2%, 1980s 12.4%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Arcade 11%

BeatBox Runner is a retro platformer with a twist: switch states to survive its unique series of traps and challenges.

Why similar: 1980s 18%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Platformer 12%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Old School 9.4%

Curious why gamers in the 80s were so addicted to NES games? Star Keeper will take you on a journey to experience the joy of staying up all night to beat this NES game!

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.2%, 1980s 14.3%, 1990's 11%, Shooter 10.1%, Platformer 9.7%

Leaping, smashing, scorching, and exploding its way into your collection! Little Samson—the rarest and most coveted game of the 8-bit era—arrives on modern systems for everyone to enjoy!

Why similar: Platformer 15.9%, 1990's 15.3%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Cartoon 14.7%, Side Scroller 11.1%

The 7th Sign Project is a classic 2D-platformer action game inspired by Doom, Quake, Abuse, and Painkiller games. Our goal is to entertain the player with massive enemy fights, boss fights, and stirring music.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Platformer 15%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Shooter 12.7%

Something mysterious is happening in the pumpkin patch this Halloween! You control Pumpkin Man, a humanoid pumpkin thing animated by occult forces on a quest to discover why things are so creepy. And you vomit candy corn.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Side Scroller 15.3%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 10.4%, 1980s 9.7%

Super Catboy is an action-packed platformer created in a high-bit pixel art style, combining the best elements of the golden 16-bit platformer era of the 90s with some ‘pawsome’ new mechanics! And let’s not forget; there’s plenty of CAT CONTENT!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Side Scroller 12.2%, 1990's 11.4%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Shooter 9.5%

An arcade-style platformer with five levels and no saving/loading. A small trick-or-treat bag packed to the brim with both treats and tricks.

Why similar: Side Scroller 16.7%, Cartoon 14.2%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Platformer 13.2%, Arcade 11.3%

A retro-style classic side-scrolling shoot ’em up. Fly Super Arcade Boy through 8 levels, blast enemy waves, grab power-ups, and take down bosses.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Side Scroller 14.4%, 1980s 13.4%, Shooter 10.9%, 1990's 10.4%

A free-to-play 90s-style bullet-hell shooter with high-res graphics, unlocked 60+ FPS, single-player campaign, and online co-op multiplayer!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Side Scroller 17.8%, 1980s 12%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 9.4%

Brutally blast through Dracula's minions and rescue your girl in this retro action platformer. Upgrade, discover, and destroy with retro flair and modern attitude.

Why similar: 1980s 15.3%, Side Scroller 14.1%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, 1990's 11.5%, Platformer 10.6%

Slime's have always been the bottom of the gaming food chain. But that is about to change. Slime's revenge is a short but challenging 2D platformer where you can fling yourself and stick to near any surface to reach the end of each level and fight back against the 'heroes'.

Why similar: 1980s 18.4%, Side Scroller 15.5%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Arcade 10.2%, Cartoon 9.9%

A great 2D retro-action-platformer! To the lovers of big pixels and screeching synthetic sounds we dedicate this masterpiece to you.

Why similar: 1980s 17.8%, Side Scroller 15%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 13.5%, Arcade 12.6%

Blast away wasp scum in Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order! Shoot your way through 12 scenic stages of trees, metal, and more, to eliminate the Wasp Army once and for all!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Side Scroller 16.7%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Shooter 14.5%, Action 8.4%

When a group of unsanitary chefs threaten all that is good and just in Cakeland, it's up to Cakeboy to serve up punishment. Fight your foes with pastry-themed items in this bite-sized 2D platforming adventure!

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.7%, Cartoon 13.6%, 1980s 13%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Platformer 12.2%

Slayer Cat is a classic action shooter game that combines hand-drawn drawings with classic gameplay. Inspired by games like Contra, Doom, and Cuphead. Play as The Slayer Cat as you traverse strange places on an enemy planet, and discover and discover the mysteries of this place!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Side Scroller 15%, Platformer 13.5%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Shooter 12.2%

Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 13.8%, 1990's 10.8%

In the year 2,000,000,009, a team of bounty hunters infiltrates a massive facility swarming with hostile AI. Can they find Zurd?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Arcade 11.2%, 1980s 10.9%, Platformer 8.3%

Save the day as a star-shooting, platform-bouncing cutie pie in Gimmick! Special Edition. SUNSOFT's beloved physics-based action platformer finally bursts onto current platforms enriched with a rewind feature, a time attack mode, online leaderboards, and modern extras.

Why similar: Platformer 16.5%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, 1990's 12.7%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Old School 11.6%

Protect the Earth from an alien invasion in this Run N’ Gun action spectacle. Take control of G.U.N.N.R. and battle your way through a blast from the pixelated past.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Arcade 9.7%, 1980s 8.8%, 1990's 8.1%

You are the Squad Killer! Blast through this retro arcade experience guns blazing! Hope you brought your reflexes because this pixel art massacre offers some good old hard core button mashing fun!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Arcade 12.7%, Shooter 12.1%, 2D Platformer 11.9%

SPACEMAN is a short, nostalgic, retro Shoot-Em-Up

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Side Scroller 12.2%, 1990's 11.9%, 1980s 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8%

Accompany Maya and her little companion on an adventure where the only thing that matters is reaching the top.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Platformer 14.2%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 10.2%

Best Buds vs Bad Guys is a 2D run ’n’ gun from a game developer Dad and his 11 year old son, with a special message behind it. Travel to 11 different worlds, all presented in classic 16-bit style, with a catchy chip-tune soundtrack and lots of over-the-top weapons!

Why similar: Side Scroller 15.7%, Platformer 14.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 10.9%

Defend the galaxy from vicious space pirates! Seize your foes and fire them back at their allies for devastating destruction in Toaplan's legendary horizontal arcade shooter, now on PC with all-new features and quality-of-life bonuses!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Side Scroller 17.8%, 1980s 13.5%, Arcade 10.8%, 1990's 9.5%

『StanÇact』is a cute and sexy girl-on-girl SHOOT'EM UP. Mai, a military officer, is on her way to quell a riot, but the rioters and the military have teamed up and are on the rampage and the head of the military was the ringleader.Witness one woman's struggle to complete her mission amidst the chaos!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Side Scroller 16%, 1980s 12.7%, 1990's 9.9%, Shooter 9.8%

With the VISCO Collection, you'll have the chance to relive the glory days of arcade gaming with these seven fantastic titles. Whether you're a fan of shooters, fighters, sports, or racing games, there's something here for everyone.

Why similar: 1980s 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, 1990's 12.8%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Platformer 9.3%

A sci-fi retro side-scrolling shoot-em-up / rescue game.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Side Scroller 15%, 1980s 13.1%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 10.2%

Serious Breakdown is a platformer, in the role of a robot, you need to clean up the levels as much as possible and get the necessary parts. Learn to dodge or kill enemies. At the end of the path, you will need to defeat the main villain of this universe.

Why similar: Side Scroller 25.6%, 2D Platformer 18%, Platformer 15.6%, Arcade 12.1%, 1980s 12.1%

A fast-paced run-and-gun shooter in the spirit of the classics — shoot, jump, and shred monsters to energetic music.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Shooter 14.6%, Platformer 10.1%

The land is overrun! Join Jules and Master Sir to defeat Canc’s undead army. Master your whip and unleash the sword, axe, and cross in this old-school action-platformer. Battle through 6 levels and 6 epic bosses to destroy the ultimate evil!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.1%, Platformer 16.1%, 1980s 14.7%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Shooter 12.2%, 1990's 11.8%, Arcade 9.8%

Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Side Scroller 25.2%, Arcade 12.7%, 1990's 8.1%, Shooter 7.2%