- #1 Hyper Jam
97% matchVery Positive94% of 500 reviews2019
Dev: Bit Dragon
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Battle it out local and online in this neon-soaked arena brawler full of lethal weapons, stackable perks, furious combat and a killer synthwave soundtrack.
Why similar: PvP 17.3%, 1980s 17.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.2%, Multiplayer 14%, Top-Down 10.5%
Why You'll Like It: A neon-soaked, 4-player arena combat game that perfectly matches the competitive, fast-paced energy of Impact Point.
- #2 Retrograde Arena
96% matchVery Positive94% of 531 reviews2020
Dev: FreemergencyPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Retrograde Arena is a multiplayer twin stick shooter where bullets don’t kill. Use weapons, physics, and your Drone to push, pull, and blast your foes into deadly surroundings in this skill-based shooter action title that redefines physics-based action.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.7%, Cyberpunk 18.8%, PvP 17%, Shooter 10.4%, Multiplayer 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: This physics-driven, top-down shooter uses weapon recoil for movement, creating a unique and chaotic competitive experience.
- #3 Utopos
96% matchMixed41% of 114 reviews2021
Dev: Jani PenttinenPub: Utopos Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Utopos is a MOSA - Multiplayer Online Space Arena! Gameplay is from a top-down angle, dual-stick shooter and you can play against your friends online, or against AI-controlled opponents.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 29.4%, Top-Down Shooter 25.1%, Shooter 12%, PvP 9%, Top-Down 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A physics-based top-down arena shooter that emphasizes quick reflexes and tactical positioning in multiplayer matches.
- #4 BloodDome Classic
94% matchVery Positive85% of 80 reviews2023
Dev: Halftone Gaming
Windows · Mac
The Bullet Heaven arcade classic that started it all! Create unique builds, kill ever-growing hordes of contestants and beat your friends' high scores in the retro-futuristic gladiator arena BLOODDOME
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30%, Arena Shooter 21.9%, Retro 14.3%, Shooter 11.9%, Action 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style top-down shooter that captures the retro aesthetic and intense arena survival gameplay of the seed game.
- #5 Slay.one
95% matchMixed55% of 140 reviews2018
Dev: Beijing AMPBox Technology Co., Ltd.Pub: Slay.one
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Top-down multiplayer shooter
Why similar: Action 71.3%, Multiplayer 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, 2D 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D top-down shooter that focuses heavily on multiplayer arena combat and diverse weapon loadouts.
- #6 Holodrive
93% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,233 reviews2021
Dev: BitCake StudioPub: Versus Evil
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A fast-paced multiplayer shooter where you customize your robot, zoom around with a jetpack, and battle with various weapons. Master the arenas, surprise your enemies, and enjoy the nonstop action!
Why similar: Multiplayer 38.7%, Shooter 27.9%, Action 12.1%, 2D 12.1%, PvP 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play 2D multiplayer arena shooter that features fast movement and explosive combat similar to Impact Point.
- #7 CS2D
92% matchVery Positive90% of 10,328 reviews2017
Dev: Unreal Software
Windows · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 35%
CS2D is a free fast-paced top-down multiplayer shooter. Featuring many different game modes, a built-in map editor and much more.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.7%, Multiplayer 20.8%, Shooter 20.1%, 2D 12.4%, Top-Down 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D top-down adaptation of tactical shooter mechanics that remains a staple for multiplayer arena fans.
- #8 Neon Sundown
91% matchVery Positive82% of 447 reviews2022
Dev: Ben NicholsPub: BN Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Neon Sundown is an extremely challenging arena-shooter that mixes fast-paced action with roguelite elements. Take on increasingly difficult arenas as you unlock new ships, upgrades, synergies, and more! Think you have what it takes to survive?
Why similar: Arena Shooter 28.1%, Top-Down Shooter 23.8%, Cyberpunk 10.9%, Top-Down 9%, Shooter 7%
Why You'll Like It: A stylish arena shooter that emphasizes rapid-fire combat and retro-inspired visuals.
- #9 SYNTHETIK: Arena
91% matchVery Positive90% of 2,336 reviews2019
Dev: Flow Fire Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Face the varied challenges of the Machine God Zir in ARENA, a standalone expansion for Synthetik: Legion Rising! Leverage the next level in gun-play and experiment with powerful tech in varied action packed Arenas!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 45.1%, Multiplayer 23.2%, Shooter 9.1%, Action 9%, Top-Down 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: Offers intense, high-speed top-down action with a focus on weapon mastery and tactical arena survival.
- #10 Skillshot City
90% matchVery Positive84% of 2,618 reviews2017
Dev: Nik Nak Studios
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Loot, shoot, cast and drive in this chaotic PvP Roguelite. Level up fast, draft wild skills, and create crazy combos on the fly. Explore a GTA-style battle royale with no queues or downtime as you prepare to win the final fight!
Why similar: Battle Royale 21.4% ★, Arena Shooter 17.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, PvP 10.5%, Multiplayer 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down battle royale that emphasizes skill-based shooting and quick arena encounters.
- #11 Duck Game
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 38,933 reviews2015
Dev: Landon PodbielskiPub: CORPTRON GAMES CORP.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Enter the futuristic year of 1984, an age where ducks run wild in a frantic battle for glory. Blast your friends with Shotguns, Net Guns, Mind Control Rays, Saxophones, Magnet Guns, and much, much more. This is DUCK GAME. Don't blink.
Why similar: Multiplayer 40.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, Retro 11.4%, Shooter 10.9%, 2D 9%
Why You'll Like It: While side-scrolling, it provides the ultimate fast-paced, 4-player competitive arena combat experience.
- #12 Cyber Slayer
89% matchVery Positive86% of 71 reviews2022
Dev: Double Dice GamesPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Battle your way through waves of robots as you attempt to survive in an unforgiving, grungy arena. Bathe in glory as you put on a good show for the audience, and be rewarded with upgrades. Try to last as long as you can to put your name down in history!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 32.8%, Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Cyberpunk 12.9%, Shooter 9.6%, Top-Down 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down arena shooter that leans into the neon, high-action aesthetic of vaporwave-inspired games.
- #13 TowerFall Ascension
88% matchVery Positive95% of 3,549 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: Multiplayer 31.9%, Pixel Graphics 25.3%, Action 19.8%, Retro 12.5%, 2D 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for 2D arena combat, featuring tight controls and intense multiplayer sessions.
- #14 Soldat
87% matchVery Positive94% of 1,781 reviews2020
Dev: Transhuman Design
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Soldat is a unique 2D (side-view) multiplayer action game. Soldiers fight against each other in 2D battle arenas using a deadly arsenal of military weapons, across 7 default game modes.
Why similar: Multiplayer 31%, Shooter 25.4%, Action 25.4%, 2D 11.4%, PvP 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A legendary 2D multiplayer shooter that offers the same high-speed, lethal combat found in Impact Point.
- #15 Stick Fight: The Game
85% matchVery Positive93% of 124,581 reviews2017
Dev: Landfall WestPub: Landfall
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Stick Fight is a physics-based couch/online fighting game where you battle it out as the iconic stick figures from the golden age of the internet.
Why similar: Multiplayer 47.1%, PvP 27%, Shooter 10.9%, Action 7.8%, 2D 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A physics-based 4-player arena fighter that captures the same frantic, short-round competitive loop.
- #16 Teeworlds
86% matchVery Positive89% of 4,371 reviews2015
Dev: Teeworlds Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Teeworlds is a free online multiplayer game, available for all major operating systems. Battle with up to 16 players in a variety of game modes, including Team Deathmatch and Capture The Flag. You can even design your own maps!
Why similar: Multiplayer 32.7%, Arena Shooter 23.5%, Shooter 13.9%, 2D 11.9%, Action 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic, free-to-play 2D multiplayer shooter that relies on fast movement and precise aiming in arena settings.
- #17 Superfighters Deluxe
86% matchVery Positive89% of 3,466 reviews2018
Dev: MythoLogic Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 20.6 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: Multiplayer 37.8%, Pixel Graphics 21.1%, 2D 14.1%, Action 13.8%, Shooter 13.3%
Why You'll Like It: A chaotic 2D arena brawler that features a wide variety of weapons and environmental hazards.
- #18 Move or Die
84% matchVery Positive89% of 23,288 reviews2016
Dev: XeluPub: Those Awesome Guys
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Move or Die is an absurdly fast-paced 4-player local and online party game where the mechanics change every 20 seconds! It's THE friendship-ruining game.
Why similar: Multiplayer 74.8%, 2D 13.3%, Action 11.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, 4-player competitive game where the environment constantly changes to force aggressive play.
- #19 Crawl
83% matchVery Positive95% of 7,223 reviews2017
Dev: Powerhoof
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Crawl is the local multiplayer dungeon crawler where your friends control the monsters! Battle through dungeons and power up your hero - if a friend kills you they take your place and it’s their turn to crawl. It's a race to gain enough XP and loot to take on the hulking final boss!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 45.6%, Multiplayer 34.3%, Action 11.2%, 2D 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: An asymmetric 4-player arena game that captures the competitive spirit of local multiplayer brawlers.
- #20 Crimsonland
84% matchVery Positive93% of 3,083 reviews2014
Dev: 10tons Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Thousands of aliens, giant spiders, mutant lizards, and more are on the attack - can you survive the onslaught? Crimsonland is a top-down shooter with a touch of RPG. Unlock over 30 weapons and over 50 perks from quirky to brutal. Complete the quest and show your skills in five survival modes.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 39.6%, Top-Down 21.9%, Shooter 20%, Action 10.4%, Survival 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: A classic top-down arena shooter that focuses on overwhelming odds and satisfying weapon feedback.
- #21 Gang Beasts
82% matchVery Positive85% of 63,851 reviews2017
Dev: Boneloaf
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Gang Beasts is a silly multiplayer party game with surly gelatinous characters, brutal slapstick fight sequences, and absurd hazardous environments, set in the mean streets of Beef City.
Why similar: Multiplayer 78.5%, Colorful 21.5%
Why You'll Like It: A physics-based arena brawler that prioritizes chaotic, hilarious multiplayer combat.
- #22 Brawlhalla
81% matchVery Positive80% of 403,217 reviews2017
Dev: Blue Mammoth GamesPub: Ubisoft
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 73.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
An epic platform fighter for up to 8 players online or local. Try casual free-for-alls, ranked matches, or invite friends to a private room. And it's free! Play cross-platform with millions of players on PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, iOS, Android & Steam! Frequent updates. Over sixty Legends.
Why similar: Multiplayer 82.9%, Action 17.1%
Why You'll Like It: A platform-based arena fighter that offers the same competitive, multiplayer-focused intensity as the seed game.
- #23 Nidhogg 2
82% matchVery Positive81% of 1,286 reviews2017
Dev: Messhof
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
The rules are simple. Reach the other side and kill anyone that stands in your way. Deftly parry and rend their throats, riddle their bowels with arrows, or squish their brains between your toes. The wurm cares not for chivalry.
Why similar: Multiplayer 38.8%, PvP 20.4%, Action 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, 2D 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, competitive 2D arena game that focuses on one-on-one duels with high stakes.
- #24 Katana ZERO
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 74,545 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.0 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: Cyberpunk 43.4%, Pixel Graphics 23%, Retro 13.8%, Action 11.1%, 2D 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A hyper-fast 2D action game that captures the 'one-hit-kill' tension found in many arena shooters.
- #25 Nuclear Throne
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 19,420 reviews2015
Dev: Vlambeer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 43.3%, Pixel Graphics 17.9%, Top-Down 12.6%, Shooter 12.4%, Action 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: While primarily single-player, its frantic top-down shooting mechanics are a benchmark for the genre.
- #26 Enter the Gungeon
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,241 reviews2016
Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 31.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Enter the Gungeon is a bullet hell dungeon crawler following a band of misfits seeking to shoot, loot, dodge roll and table-flip their way to personal absolution by reaching the legendary Gungeon’s ultimate treasure: the gun that can kill the past.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 25.3%, Multiplayer 25.1%, Top-Down 18.7%, Shooter 15.4%, 2D 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A high-intensity top-down shooter that rewards precision and fast movement in arena-like rooms.
- #27 APE OUT
79% matchVery Positive95% of 3,946 reviews2019
Dev: Gabe CuzzilloPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 53%
APE OUT is a wildly intense and colorfully stylized smash ‘em up about primal escape, rhythmic violence, and frenetic jazz.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 36.4%, Top-Down 25.6%, Stylized 14.8%, Action 8.5%, 2D 8%
Why You'll Like It: A stylish, top-down action game that emphasizes momentum and aggressive combat flow.
- #28 Risk of Rain (2013)
78% matchVery Positive93% of 29,779 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: Pixel Graphics 33.1%, Multiplayer 26.6%, Action 19.6%, 2D 15.3%, Survival 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D action game that provides intense, fast-paced combat and a strong retro aesthetic.
- #29 Party Hard
78% matchVery Positive90% of 12,288 reviews2015
Dev: Pinokl GamesPub: tinyBuild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
It's 3:00 a.m. Your neighbours are having a loud party. Stop them. Party Hard is tinyBuild's award-winning stealth strategy game about ruining parties by any means.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 38.6%, Retro 21.3%, Top-Down 16.6%, Action 13.2%, 2D 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down game that, while stealth-focused, captures a similar retro-pixel aesthetic and arena-like level design.
- #30 FLOSS
75% matchVery Positive94% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: GameInCubes
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast-paced top-down shooter without any excess. Built on aggressive movement, precise controls, and real challenge. Designed for players who love to learn, adapt, and master mechanics.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 30.8%, Top-Down Shooter 26.2%, Shooter 12.9%, Action 8.1%, Minimalist 6.1%
- #31 Monday Meltdown
74% matchVery Positive95% of 109 reviews2026
Dev: NF MynsterPub: Footstomp Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fast. Bloody. 8-Player Mayhem. Dominate. Taunt. Repeat. Free. No strings attached. Ever.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 30.2%, Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Shooter 12%, Top-Down 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #32 Royale Island Showdown
77% matchVery Positive84% of 134 reviews2021
Dev: Logan Thatcher
Windows
An online 4 player Battle Royale FPS, where each player has an AI teammate.
Why similar: Battle Royale 38.8% ★, Arena Shooter 21.3%, PvP 11.3%, Shooter 10.3%, Multiplayer 9%
- #33 Undeads
73% matchMostly Positive86% of 292 reviews2025
Dev: Sezual Pte LtdPub: Undeads Interactive Limited
Windows · Mac
Embark on a risky but exciting journey through the world of Undeads. Search for weapons, armor, supplies and medicine. Survive or hunt survivors. Enjoy unique matches, sell your loot, and fight bloody and challenging battles against the background of the zombie apocalypse!
Why similar: Battle Royale 29.6% ★, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Looter Shooter 15.8% ★, PvP 9.9%, Multiplayer 9.4%
- #34 Dinogen Online
75% matchVery Positive83% of 294 reviews2023
Dev: Wilkin Games
Windows
Action-packed 2D multiplayer top-down shooter. Play as a human or dinosaur with hundreds of weapons, game modes, and maps!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Multiplayer 11.6%, Top-Down 10.8%, PvP 10.3%
- #35 Pixel Battle Royale
77% matchMixed61% of 639 reviews2019
Dev: FreezeNova
Windows
Fantastic battle royale inspired game in which you must be the last player standing.
Why similar: Battle Royale 43.5% ★, Multiplayer 15.2%, PvP 13.5%, Shooter 11.4%, Action 7.4%
- #36 Turbo Shot
76% matchMixed64% of 50 reviews2022
Dev: Wizard Games Inc
Windows
Turbo Shot combines a puzzle-filled top-down adventure with exciting gun-based combat that plays out in regular seasons of free-to-play single player and PvP content.
Why similar: Battle Royale 29.9% ★, Arena Shooter 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Shooter 8.6%, Top-Down 7.5%
- #37 Paint Chips
74% matchVery Positive88% of 242 reviews2021
Dev: PhatRobit
Windows · Mac
Paint the ground! Paint your enemies! Paint your enemies ground! The ground is your enemy! Paint it!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 25.8%, Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Shooter 11.2%, PvP 9.2%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #38 DashFire
71% matchVery Positive86% of 77 reviews2025
Dev: Team DashFire
Windows
A fast-paced arena-style shooter with an emphasis on movement, collect various weapons, and other pickups to dominate the competition in a peer-to-peer 8-person free-for-all!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 52.7%, Multiplayer 26.7%, Action 20.6%
- #39 Arkanoid - Eternal Battle : Battle Royale F2P Edition
73% matchMixed63% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: PastagamesPub: Microids
Windows
The Iconic Block-Breaker Returns! Embrace for free the intensity of the Battle Royale, thanks to the Eternal Battle Mode, up to 25 players online. Play now for free and try to reach the top of the leaderboard. Additional modes are available for separate purchase.
Why similar: Battle Royale 41.7% ★, PvP 18.8%, Multiplayer 12.4%, Retro 9.8%, Action 9.6%
- #40 The Showdown Effect: Reloaded
72% matchVery Positive86% of 56 reviews2024
Dev: GIII Holdings LLC
Windows
Experience fast-paced over-the-top multiplayer action in The Showdown Effect: Reloaded. Join players from around the world to engage in high-octane battles filled with bullets, explosions, and one-liners!
Why similar: Cyberpunk 25%, PvP 23%, Multiplayer 20.6%, 1980s 15.9%, Colorful 6.3%
- #41 Mini Royale
70% matchMixed66% of 3,546 reviews2025
Dev: IndigoBlue
Windows · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Brace yourself for an action-packed shooter experience in Mini Royale! Battle as green army toy soldiers in a massive kids' bedroom, fighting for survival in modes like Battle Royale, Deathmatch, and more—where only the strongest players or teams claim victory.
Why similar: Battle Royale 35.5% ★, PvP 13%, Arena Shooter 12.6%, Looter Shooter 12% ★, Multiplayer 11.8%
- #42 Exoblast
72% matchMostly Positive80% of 313 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamirl
Windows
Exoblast is a mix of shoot’em up and arcade game, pimped with synthwave and pixelart. Choose your pilot, your ship and join the arena to confront other players in nervous and punitive matches. Impose your gameplay and reach the top of the tower!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.3%, Cyberpunk 20.6%, PvP 14.5%, Retro 13.8%, Shooter 9.9%
- #43 Fortoresse
73% matchVery Positive82% of 78 reviews2020
Dev: Atelier 801
Windows
Fortoresse is a 2D team-based pvp warfare game in the simplest but most efficient fashion! Shoot and conjure blocks at your advantage to lead your team to victory!
Why similar: PvP 25%, Multiplayer 22.6%, Arena Shooter 19.5%, Shooter 13.8%, Action 8.3%
- #44 Unchained
69% matchVery Positive91% of 85 reviews2025
Dev: Double Time Studios
Windows · Mac
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: Retro 24.1%, PvP 23.6%, Multiplayer 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Action 12.3%
- #45 Return Alive
71% matchMixed59% of 168 reviews2024
Dev: KOG
Windows
Return Alive is a Free-to-Play Top-down Shooter Game.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 23.4%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Cyberpunk 15%, PvP 14.6%, Top-Down 9.7%
- #46 Rocket Bot Royale
69% matchVery Positive86% of 777 reviews2022
Dev: Winterpixel Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 51%
A frantic online Battle Royale set on destructible, sinking Islands! Fire rockets from your custom robo-tank to eliminate the competition using advanced tactics and powerful weapons.
Why similar: Battle Royale 36.7% ★, PvP 17.9%, Multiplayer 14.4%, Retro 11.2%, Minimalist 6.9%
- #47 LAZ3RZ
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 121 reviews2022
Dev: ARPSEL
Windows
LAZ3RZ is a fast paced, free to play arena shooter. Master the art of wall running and ricocheting lazerz to obliterate your enemies with style!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 33.7%, PvP 17.7%, Multiplayer 14.5%, Shooter 13.3%, Minimalist 7.8%
- #48 Dominance
70% matchMixed65% of 355 reviews2023
Dev: INPLERON LTD
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Dominance is a multiplayer top-down shooter, built on a no-limits attitude. Choose between a rich variety of different ability and item combinations, select one of 6 distinct characters. Battle up to 24 foes on the ever-evolving terrain — and prove your Dominance.
Why similar: Battle Royale 37.8% ★, PvP 16%, Multiplayer 14.8%, Shooter 11.5%, Top-Down 10.9%
- #49 Hypersomnia
67% matchVery Positive96% of 135 reviews2023
Dev: Patryk CzachurskiPub: TeamHypersomnia
Windows · Mac · Linux
Challenge your friend to an intense duel, or gather two clans to fight a spectacular war. Reawaken your competitive spirit in this relentless top-down shooter. Comes with an in-game map Editor! Forever free and open-source.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Arena Shooter 21.6%, Multiplayer 14.4%, PvP 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #50 Super Destronaut
71% matchVery Positive85% of 54 reviews2016
Dev: Petite Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
If you love retro games, this is for you! Get ready for some intense retro space shooting!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.6%, PvP 16.9%, 1980s 12.1%, Retro 12%, Shooter 9.2%
- #51 Project Hardline
66% matchVery Positive88% of 885 reviews2023
Dev: Broken Metronome Studios
Windows · Mac
Project Hardline is a party first person shooter game where two teams fight to capture an uplink station. This uplink station contains vital intel and must not fall into the wrong hands. With every round a team faces, they will come back with better gear. This game is perfect for a party of friends.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 34.2%, Shooter 16.5%, Multiplayer 15.4%, PvP 14.9%, Action 9.4%
- #52 TDP4: Team Battle
67% matchMixed67% of 227 reviews2024
Dev: JAVELIN OÜ
Windows
TDP4 Team Battle is a real-time multiplayer 2D shooter game with MMORPG elements. The bloody battle for survival among 3 races. There are various types of matches, locations and types of guns. Developed Clan and Tournament system. Test your skills against real enemies!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 34.2%, PvP 24%, Shooter 19%, Action 9.2%, Multiplayer 7.9%
- #53 Low Light Combat
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 135 reviews2021
Dev: Wolfire Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 16.5 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Low Light Combat is a free competitive multiplayer shooter where light is your only weapon. Matches take place during a rapidly changing day and night cycle, meaning your fast paced fights quickly become tense and thrilling battles of wit.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 41.9%, Shooter 17.7%, PvP 13.7%, Multiplayer 13.2%, Action 10.2%
- #54 Sigma Impact
67% matchVery Positive96% of 100 reviews2021
Dev: John Bishop
Windows
A physics-based 2D action roguelite set in a dungeon of glass. Master intense combat, be immersed in captivating visuals with adaptive music and sound design tailored to your gameplay.
Why similar: PvP 33.2%, Top-Down 22.3%, Stylized 13.5%, 2D 9.6%, Colorful 7.2%
- #55 redroom
65% matchVery Positive85% of 55 reviews2025
Dev: KittyMakesGames
Windows · Mac
A fast-paced one-versus-one FPS where a single hit means instant death. Destroy opponents in seconds, dashing around tightly-constructed arenas with an ultra-powerful shotgun. Configure *everything* in an extensive in-game console menu. There are two colors - alive and red.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 36.3%, PvP 18%, Multiplayer 16.5%, Minimalist 9.3%, Shooter 7.3%
- #56 BattleCore Arena
66% matchMixed62% of 426 reviews2025
Dev: Ubisoft BordeauxPub: Ubisoft
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 35%
BattleCore Arena is a free-to-play, peer-to-peer platform shooter where gravity mastery is the key to victory. Compete in quick PvP battles, using weapons and abilities to eject your opponents out of the arena.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 29.2%, PvP 23.5%, Multiplayer 17.8%, Shooter 16%, Action 5.5%
- #57 DEPLOYMENT
67% matchVery Positive83% of 1,237 reviews2018
Dev: Whale Rock Games
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 23%
An intense competitive top-down shooter: choose your class, capture turrets, progress, and dominate in the arena. top-down shooter, multiplayer shooter, arena shooter, class-based shooter, sci-fi shooter
Why similar: Battle Royale 41.6% ★, Multiplayer 27.9%, Stylized 11.1%, Atmospheric 10%, Action 9.3%
- #58 Deadswitch Combat
63% matchVery Positive86% of 351 reviews2025
Dev: Wilkin Games
Windows
DEADSWITCH COMBAT is a fast-paced 2D multiplayer shooter. Experience action-packed combat with hundreds of weapons, vehicle combat, and plenty of team-based game modes.
Why similar: Multiplayer 24.7%, PvP 24.4%, Shooter 21.8%, Action 8.8%, 2D 8.1%