- #1 Subspace Escape
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cherry City Creative, LLC
Windows
Subspace Escape is an ’80s-inspired arcade survival game where you pilot a lone spacecraft through hostile subspace on a desperate journey back to Earth. Survive increasingly difficult encounters, collect game-changing power-ups, and compete for the highest score.
Why similar: Arcade 29.5%, 1980s 17.7%, Action 16.6%, Sci-fi 16.4%, 2D 9.6%
- #2 Destructive Behavior
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Mark Green
Windows
Brick breaker arcade action with unique features
Why similar: Arcade 38.4%, 1980s 22.2%, Action 17.1%, 2D 9.4%, Singleplayer 5%
- #3 Don't Explode
96% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: Eldritch Heart Studio
Windows · Mac
2 Player only arcade game with one rule, don't explode.
Why similar: Arcade 30.2%, Sci-fi 26.5%, Action 19.7%, Casual 13.7%, Indie 9.9%
- #4 BumpN RoLL
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crush Digital Games
Windows
Can you handle the Genre-Bending Action? Take everything you know about Dot collecting games, then add Timed Puzzles, Obstacles, Enemy Types & Score Multipliers ! Navigate to avoid Enemies & Obstacles as you try to collect enough energy to help 'RoLL' escape!
Why similar: Arcade 29.9%, Sci-fi 25.5%, Aliens 12.2%, 1980s 10.9%, Action 10%
- #5 Cloud Bashers DX
94% matchPositive90% of 40 reviews2021
Dev: Shattered Journal Games
Windows · Mac
So, you wanna bash some clouds huh? Go through 10 worlds each with different cloud types and a boss that's out to take you down. Bash them all with your trusty bat and take back the skies!
Why similar: Arcade 44.9%, Action 18.5%, 2D 13.9%, Casual 13.3%, Singleplayer 5.7%
- #6 Attack from Izar 2250
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Xayba
Windows
Alien attackers from the Izar system are invading Earth! Battle the extraterrestrial menace in endless waves in this tribute to classic alien 'invader' shooters from the late '70s and early '80s. Aim for the high score by destroying the evil alien monsters!
Why similar: Arcade 30.4%, Aliens 17.9%, Sci-fi 14.1%, Action 9.7%, 1980s 9.3%
- #7 Wyatt Earp and the Cowboys Wargame ssp
93% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Mark AinsworthPub: (Mark Ainsworth)
Windows
Arcade, Arcade! Arcade!! back to the Eighties and the wild west. Stop the Lawmen getting past by shooting them, if they get past they will make arrests. you get three lives to get the highest score you can. and a ww2 card game
Why similar: Arcade 25.7%, 2D 18.6%, Action 16.5%, 1980s 16.3%, Casual 11.5%
- #8 Galactic Seals Survivors
92% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Galactic Seals LLC
Windows
Take down the evil carnivorous orcas while you fight your way to their big boss! Galactic Seals Survivors is an arcade game with rogue-like elements and upgrades to give you the power to take on the entire Galactic Orcas empire.
Why similar: Arcade 36.2%, Sci-fi 28%, Action 12.1%, 2D 11%, Singleplayer 5.5%
- #9 Space Tram
91% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: ByteXP
Windows
Control a UFO through different levels, avoid obstacles, and bring your passengers safely to their destination in this fast-paced 2D arcade game.
Why similar: Arcade 29.9%, Aliens 25.9%, Sci-fi 15.7%, Casual 12.4%, 2D 9.6%
- #10 Block Smash
91% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: RoadToIndieGameDev
Windows
Choose your powerup, ball, and paddle and face off against a variety of blocks in this game inspired by Breakout!
Why similar: Arcade 50.8%, Action 21.4%, 2D 14.9%, Singleplayer 7.4%, Indie 5.5%
- #11 Spitshot
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Netnip Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Spitshot is a casual indie arcade game where you spit on various targets to obtain high scores.
Why similar: Arcade 39.3%, Casual 18.4%, Action 14.6%, 2D 12.5%, Indie 8.4%
- #12 Space Ape
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: nonPareil Institute
Windows
How far can you take Dimitri the Russian Space Ape on his arcade adventure!
Why similar: Arcade 31.9%, Sci-fi 20%, Action 19.1%, Casual 12.9%, 2D 9.4%
- #13 SnOut
89% matchVery Positive91% of 218 reviews2021
Dev: Aarjvark
Windows
Compete for the top score in this combination of two classic arcade games!
Why similar: Arcade 48.2%, Action 17.4%, 2D 13.9%, Casual 12.3%, Singleplayer 4.7%
- #14 Doomed Brigade
88% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Devs Brigade
Windows
Doomed Brigade is a survival game where you pilot a spaceship, battling hordes of enemies from three different alien races. Level up during each game, unlocking upgrades, modules, and diverse ammunition to equip yourself and crush your foes.
Why similar: Arcade 45.1%, Action 19.3%, 2D 13.6%, Casual 13.4%, Singleplayer 4.8%
- #15 Burning Brick Breaker
87% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: David Bryant
Windows
A classic brick breaker game with a twist you wouldn't expect every level.
Why similar: Arcade 39.6%, Action 24.6%, Casual 16.6%, 2D 12.6%, Singleplayer 6.5%
- #16 They Came From the Sky
86% matchVery Positive94% of 67 reviews2019
Dev: FobTi interactive
Windows
They Came From the Sky is tiny, retro styled, highly-addictive and fast paced arcade game wherein you take the role of one of the Flying Saucers in the 1950s with one and only one Mission: Make a delicious juicy Human Smoothie!
Why similar: Arcade 21%, Aliens 17.6%, Sci-fi 16.2%, Action 15.3%, Casual 11.2%
- #17 Many Bricks Breaker
86% matchMostly Positive75% of 106 reviews2021
Dev: FujiCubeSoft
Windows · Mac
You need to break many bricks.
Why similar: Arcade 39.5%, 1980s 24%, 2D 16.1%, Casual 14.4%, Singleplayer 6%
- #18 QBob: Remastered
85% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: MoonRock Software Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Help QBob leap from rock to rock as he surveys an array of strangely shaped asteroids, all while avoiding a host of bizarre and deadly alien creatures in this modernized take on an arcade-inspired classic.
Why similar: Arcade 39.3%, Sci-fi 25.6%, Action 16.6%, 2D 12%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #19 Pete's World
84% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Serious Penguin Studios Inc.
Windows
Pete the Penguin woke up and found himself in a mysterious and dangerous world. Help him navigate this challenging world by avoiding obstacles like shooting projectiles, spawning rain clouds and more while gaining points by collecting flowers.
Why similar: Arcade 46.7%, Action 18.4%, 2D 13.8%, Casual 12.7%, Singleplayer 4.5%
- #20 Boing
84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Crazy Retro Games
Windows
"Boing" redefines retro space shooters with its potent weaponry. Defend, attack, and level up as you twist through challenges. Endless fun for all!
Why similar: Arcade 38%, Action 13.8%, Sci-fi 13.7%, 2D 12.1%, Casual 11%
- #21 P-BOT
83% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2020
Dev: Joshua
Windows
P-BOT, the skill-based sci-fi platformer. Take control of the many robots inhabiting this futuristic city, and survive as long as you can.
Why similar: Arcade 30.8%, Sci-fi 29.7%, Casual 19.9%, Indie 13.7%, Singleplayer 5.9%
- #22 HORDE
82% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: MASTER
Windows
HORDE is a 2D arcade-style shooting game, with continuous progression, that will test your skills as a player.
Why similar: Arcade 35.5%, Sci-fi 26.2%, Action 20.4%, 2D 10.5%, Singleplayer 4.1%
- #23 ROBO BLASTER
82% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Andy Phillips
Windows · Mac
BLAST ROBOTS before ROBOTS BLAST you. Let's play a twin stick arcade shooter called ROBO BLASTER!
Why similar: Arcade 31.7%, 1980s 18.8%, Action 18.3%, Sci-fi 15.3%, 2D 9.4%
- #24 1 Bit 1 Button
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NEETNectar
Windows
A short sci-fi visual novel with minigames sprinkled within. The space bar is all you'll need.
Why similar: Arcade 25.9%, Aliens 17.8%, Sci-fi 17.7%, Female Protagonist 10%, Action 8.5%
- #25 Bug N Out
81% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2016
Dev: Neuron GamesPub: © 2016 Alternative Software Ltd.
Windows
Bug N Out is a coin-op style action arcade game that will bring you hours of non-stop action. No loading, no save games, just sit down and unleash your inner aggression defending the colonies of Earth from the onslaught of the insect horde!
Why similar: Aliens 32.4%, Sci-fi 29.9%, Action 22.2%, Casual 15.5%
- #26 Avoid the Missiles
80% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: ES Studio
Windows
A simple control 2D action dodge game where you survive by avoiding incoming missiles. It combines varied missile patterns, difficulty modes, and skin collection in a hyper‑casual format.
Why similar: Arcade 36.2%, Sci-fi 24.2%, Action 15.1%, 2D 11.1%, Casual 7.4%
- #27 Jardinains!
79% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: Magic Chopstick Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The world's favorite brick-breaking, 'nain-bouncing game is back!
Why similar: Arcade 46.3%, Action 17.2%, Casual 14.9%, 2D 13.3%, Singleplayer 4.5%
- #28 Skygrave
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Forever61
Windows
Skygrave is an action based arcade style shoot 'em up game (shmup) where you must face the wicked panda-humanoid race called the Xiph, who are hell bent on invading and destroying your world.
Why similar: Arcade 36.8%, Sci-fi 26.9%, Action 21.4%, 2D 10.8%, Singleplayer 4.1%
- #29 Blitzr Ball
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: NateBit Studios
Windows
An arcade style game where you control a bumper to bounce the blitzr ball! Destroy all blocks to beat levels. Discover power ups and unlock perks to help you along the way!
Why similar: Arcade 33.6%, Action 20.7%, 1980s 17.4%, Casual 13.7%, 2D 10.8%
- #30 Tri Breaker: A Sacred Symbols Odyssey
77% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Lillymo Games
Windows
If Twin Breaker was a brick breaker about space, Tri Breaker is a brick breaker on steroids, and this go-around, it’s all about time. Explore 40 stages spread across periods of galactic history, and obliterate the brick-breaking formula.
Why similar: Arcade 37.3%, 1980s 15.7%, Action 15.6%, 2D 11.4%, Casual 10.7%
- #31 Nova Strider
76% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: Orbit SoftwarePub: LBS-Jönköping
Windows
An indie top-down sci-fi score-attack game about blowing up aliens in the upper atmosphere! Compete against your friends locally and see who can get the highest score on the leaderboard.
Why similar: Arcade 30.8%, Aliens 21%, Action 16.9%, Sci-fi 16.6%, 2D 10%
- #32 TACS Classic Collection
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: TACSPub: Rock It Games
Windows
Explore ten unique and quirky games from the vaults of PlayStation Mobile, preserved in the TACS Classic Collection.
Why similar: Arcade 40.1%, Action 25.3%, 2D 12.8%, Casual 10.9%, Singleplayer 6.8%
- #33 Ops
75% match3 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: Pete DeSimone
Windows · Mac · Linux
Defend Earth from hostile aliens and hungry chupacabras in this modern classic arcade game. Created by a couple of real life VLA Operators!
Why similar: Arcade 37.4%, Aliens 31.1%, 2D 9.5%, Casual 9.1%, Action 6.1%
- #34 Cake Invaders
77% matchPositive90% of 38 reviews2021
Dev: Zoo Corporation
Windows
The Japanese just love their famous German-inspired Baumkuchen cakes, and hungry invaders from across the universe have discovered these delicious treats too! Are you up to the challenge of protecting the precious desserts from waves of alien attacks? Save the cakes!!
Why similar: Arcade 21.5%, Aliens 19.4%, Sci-fi 16.6%, Casual 11.8%, Action 11.7%
- #35 Starboi
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Turtlevania Games
Windows · Mac
The cosmic horrors have kidnapped Starboi's friends! Launch across the galaxy in search of them, avoiding black holes and defeating the tentacled monsters.
Why similar: Arcade 38.7%, Action 24.1%, Casual 16%, 2D 12.4%, Singleplayer 4.8%
- #36 Shibuya 88 StarBurner
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Xayba
Windows
Aliens are attacking Tokyo and kidnapping its citizens to transform them into mutants! Pilot the StarBurner to battle enemy waves, rescue helpless humans, and survive relentless alien attacks in this fast-paced arcade shooter.
Why similar: Arcade 35.7%, Aliens 14.3%, Action 11.9%, 1980s 11.8%, Sci-fi 11.7%
- #37 Coronavirus - Nano Force
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2020
Dev: Daniel Snow
Windows · Linux
A fast-paced arcade shooter where you pilot a nano-ship in the fight against the Coronavirus. Grab powerups to upgrade your weapons and eliminate the virus infection.
Why similar: Arcade 32.9%, Sci-fi 27.5%, Action 12.2%, 2D 11%, Casual 7.5%
- #38 LiTTLE SYMBiO
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sando Unusual
Windows
Be the (un-)natural Selection! In this cozy little Action Arcade game you play as a giant alien trying to survive on a little planet alongside even smaller ones. They get on your nerves? Just slap them off the planet! But be careful, you need them as much as they need you...
Why similar: Arcade 28.5%, Aliens 22%, Sci-fi 19.1%, Action 15.8%, Casual 10.7%
- #39 Abduction Bit
73% matchVery Positive88% of 269 reviews2016
Dev: SEEP
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Abduction Bit is a NES-like arcade based on elements of some timeless classics from 80's (Bubble Bobble, Ice Climber, Mario Bros).
Why similar: Aliens 21.3%, Arcade 20.3%, Action 14.3%, Sci-fi 13.1%, 1980s 11.4%
- #40 Smooth Mover
73% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: BlurryBit
Windows · Mac
Move smoothly through a series of rage-inducing levels!
Why similar: Arcade 44.2%, Action 27.7%, 2D 14.2%, Indie 13.9%
- #41 Waffle Spin Ball
73% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Waffle Street Games
Windows · Linux
Waffle Spin Ball is a chaotic paddleball/pinball-inspired arcade game with 2 x 5 worlds and 25 levels, 10 playable characters, power-ups, power-downs, cheats, and both local and online high score leaderboards for each game mode. Bounce, blast, and climb the global Top 5!
Why similar: Arcade 46.9%, Action 20.1%, 2D 14.1%, Casual 13.9%, Singleplayer 5%
- #42 Singularity Strike
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: RUOKPub: MBC Entertainment
Windows
Are you ready to aid Era-bus in its relentless quest for vengeance and consume everything in your path? Defeat the Hu-bon empire in this unique SHMUP/STG experience!
Why similar: Arcade 32.6%, Sci-fi 19.3%, Action 14.5%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, 2D 9.9%
- #43 ALIEN XENOBLASTER
71% matchPositive98% of 44 reviews2022
Dev: Vinny Kowski
Windows
Planet GOOBTOPIA's series of irresponsible decisions has led to a filthy wasteland polluting other planets in the solar system. Angry alien BLUNT has had enough in this arcade platformer-shooter.
Why similar: Arcade 31.3%, Aliens 22.6%, Action 18.6%, Casual 12.4%, 2D 9.3%
- #44 MeteoStorm
72% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: DarkMatter Software
Windows · Mac
MeteoStorm is an action packed retro shoot-em-up. MeteoStorm offers up to 25 challenging waves of exciting shoot-em-up action with 3 different difficulty levels!
Why similar: Arcade 31%, Sci-fi 17.8%, Action 17.2%, 1980s 15.5%, 2D 9.3%
- #45 Space Saber
72% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Virtuelconcept
Windows
Space Saber is a virtual reality game where you launch yourself into space to intercept explosive mines with your lightsaber.
Why similar: Arcade 47.9%, Sci-fi 24.2%, Action 19.3%, Singleplayer 4.7%, Indie 3.9%
- #46 Invasion From Space
70% matchPositive100% of 27 reviews2022
Dev: Jean Tampon
Windows
Simple remake of Space Invaders adding destructions and physics
Why similar: Arcade 31.3%, Aliens 19.2%, Action 16.5%, Sci-fi 15.1%, 2D 9.5%
- #47 Stars of Strife
71% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Sicur54
Windows
Shoot, dodge, and survive your way through unique bosses and swarms of enemies in this Galaga inspired arcade shooter where the fate of a galaxy rests in your hands.
Why similar: Arcade 30.2%, Action 17.8%, Sci-fi 14.6%, 1980s 12.9%, Casual 11.9%
- #48 Line/Dash
69% matchMostly Positive75% of 52 reviews2016
Dev: Gamera Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Line/Dash is an Arcade-oriented game that doubles as a procedural player-controlled multimedia sculpture.
Why similar: Arcade 37.1%, Action 24.2%, Indie 18%, 2D 13%, Singleplayer 7.7%
- #49 Spider Lander
70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Lee Fuller
Windows
A loving echo of games from the 80's and familiar to those who loved classics such as Lunar Rescue and Lunar Lander. Swing on a thread from your mothership and thrust safely down to rescue some of those poor guys on the planet, then try to escape safely.
Why similar: Arcade 28.4%, Action 20.3%, 1980s 16.7%, Casual 13.6%, Indie 8.7%
- #50 Vonbit
68% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Chris Boyfield
Windows
A retro arcade shooter with one-bit graphics
Why similar: Arcade 39.4%, 1980s 22.8%, Action 12.9%, Casual 10.7%, 2D 7.1%
- #51 Rocket Riot
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 74 reviews2016
Dev: Codeglue
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Get ready for Rocket Riot, an action-packed, side-scrolling, 8-bit shooter where the rockets and the fun never stops! With over 200 levels and over 300 characters, blowing things up has just reached a new level of awesome!
Why similar: Arcade 45.7%, Action 24.3%, Casual 17.8%, Indie 12.3%
- #52 Space Pads
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Walygons
Windows · Linux
Put your Steam Deck trackpads to intense use as you fight endless enemies, bosses, and difficulties in this old-school, arcade-like shoot out. With a play area mapped as a 1:1 of your right trackpad for targeting, experience the fun of the most precise and intense use of Deck trackpad aiming.
Why similar: Arcade 28.4%, Aliens 23.3%, Sci-fi 16.3%, Action 15.7%, 2D 8.5%
- #53 Asteroid Force
70% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: B-Flat Software
Windows
Asteroids are headed directly towards Earth. Destroy asteroids before they can slam into Earth. Earn medallions to purchase ship upgrades to help in the fight to save Earth.
Why similar: Arcade 34%, Action 14.5%, 1980s 13.7%, Aliens 12.3%, Sci-fi 10.1%
- #54 Mini Ranger
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Axl FortePub: Brain Busting Game Developers
Windows
Play as a space ranger, who has been tasked to defeat the evil Techno Dragons, who have inhabited an old planet in the hopes that they can get to controlling the world! Stop them, Ranger, before the dragon's plan comes to completion!
Why similar: Arcade 28.9%, Aliens 18.1%, Action 17%, Sci-fi 15.4%, Casual 11.4%
- #55 Ultra Break
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Autotelic Games
Windows
Ultra Break is a modern take on the classic brick-breaker genre which merges classic, fast-paced gameplay with new mechanics and tight controls.
Why similar: Arcade 41.1%, Sci-fi 21.9%, Action 17.3%, 2D 10.7%, Singleplayer 5.8%
- #56 Intergalactic traveler: The Omega Sector
69% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2017
Dev: Artificer Creator
Windows
A 2D game about solving labyrinths with puzzles and turn based combat, test your skills in the omega sector.
Why similar: Arcade 28%, Sci-fi 27.1%, Action 20.1%, Casual 14.7%, Indie 10.1%
- #57 Froggerty Arcade (Triple Game Pack)
67% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: Tudou Games
Windows
Classic arcade frog jumping fun! Cross the road and hop over the river to help froggy get home. 3 super fun game modes.
Why similar: Arcade 40.9%, 1980s 22.2%, Casual 16.3%, 2D 11.8%, Singleplayer 5.1%
- #58 Snake Deluxe
67% matchPositive88% of 34 reviews2021
Dev: RetroBug
Windows
Nine different game modes, achievements, leaderboards and a quirky soundtrack. It's Snake Deluxe.
Why similar: Arcade 48%, Action 19.6%, Casual 15.4%, 2D 12.3%, Singleplayer 4.6%
- #59 Skein
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 23 reviews2017
Dev: Nocturne Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 26.0 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Run The Procedural Gauntlet! Skein is a procedural dungeon shooter in an "old-skool" arcade style for one or two players where you must battle through hordes of monsters on a quest to save the soul of a talking sheep.
Why similar: Arcade 44.1%, Action 25.5%, Casual 18.7%, Indie 11.7%
- #60 D Life
65% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Mindware
Windows
This is a new genre of game that uses mutation and wind to explore electronic life forms and take pictures. The sound system by industry veteran Yuriko Keino features background music that changes depending on the current situation.
Why similar: Arcade 32.8%, Sci-fi 27.3%, Action 18%, 2D 10.7%, Singleplayer 4.4%