- #1 Coal Road
97% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: BUstation
Windows
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 21.6%, Side Scroller 16.6%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Arcade 10.9%, Platformer 9.2%
- #2 Wilva
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Yeonji Games
Windows
Wilba is a side-scrolling action platformer game influenced by classic action RPG games.
Why similar: Action RPG 23.7%, Side Scroller 18.1%, 2D Platformer 18%, RPG 16.2%, Action 10%
- #3 Guardian
95% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: MRGAI
Windows
角色扮演游戏。你需要保卫自己的城镇不被敌人攻陷,并击败敌人的基地获取胜利。(Role-playing games. You need to defend your town from the enemy and defeat the enemy's base to win.)
Why similar: Action RPG 25.3%, 2D Platformer 20.6%, Artificial Intelligence 20.1%, RPG 15%, 2.5D 12.5%
- #4 Iron Project: Reclaim
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vinicius OliveiraPub: Yu Game Studio
Windows
In a world devastated by machines, humanity places its last hope in a warrior equipped with special armor. Explore intense stages, face challenging bosses, and fight to reclaim what remains of the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Side Scroller 17.4%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Arcade 12.5%, Action 8.7%
- #5 Risky Woods
94% matchMixed53% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Dinamic SoftwarePub: Bleem.Net
Windows
Battle your way through risky woods and murky caves. Stomping Skeletons....traps to trick you....face-gripping flying fiends!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Side Scroller 23.5%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, Arcade 9.8%, Platformer 9%
- #6 PhantomRider
93% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Meet Game
Windows
This is a role-playing game, the protagonist has four magic, the enemy has heroes, ordinary monsters, the enemy's heroes have powerful magic. Dropped weapons have a rank. Ordinary monsters will cause you trouble. The protagonist conquers an expedition to destroy the enemy's castle.
Why similar: Action RPG 25.3%, Artificial Intelligence 24.1%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, 2.5D 14%, RPG 10.9%
- #7 Raw Fists
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sinclair Strange
Windows
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 20.7%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Side Scroller 14%, Arcade 12.6%, Platformer 9.2%
- #8 The Rift Rebels
92% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Playthrough Experience
Windows
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: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Side Scroller 21.2%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Arcade 13.4%, Action 9.6%
- #9 Space Cowboy Radio
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BitSpark Studios
Windows
An indie action-RPG where you pilot customizable ships through side-scrolling combat, level up unique characters, and dismantle a corrupt galactic regime one mission at a time.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Action RPG 28.7%, Side Scroller 14.8%, RPG 10.2%, Action 6.2%
- #10 Jet Gunner: Refueled
91% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Sinclair StrangePub: Clickteam
Windows
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 22.7%, Side Scroller 15.5%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Arcade 12%, Platformer 9.1%
- #11 Slayer Cat
90% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Ducktail Games
Windows
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 24.2%, Side Scroller 16.5%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Arcade 12.1%, Platformer 9.4%
- #12 Forest Fury
89% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: CouraGGe ent.
Windows
Get ready for adventures, gather allies, and uncover the secrets of Forest Fury! Your forest is waiting for you to cleanse it of dark forces and restore its former beauty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.9%, Side Scroller 28.3%, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Shooter 8.5%, Action 4.1%
- #13 Farmer Adventure
88% matchMixed48% of 27 reviews2022
Dev: Max PedroPub: Louie Inc
Windows
The story of a farmer from whom an ancient dragon stole a sheep. And now you need to do everything to get it back. Embark on an incredible adventure, visit an ancient castle and appear on the doorstep to its ruler.
Why similar: Action RPG 21.4%, Side Scroller 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Arcade 12.4%, RPG 12%
- #14 Cloaks and Capes
88% matchPositive98% of 42 reviews2022
Dev: LunarLight Studio
Windows · Linux
C&C is a Roguelite Shooter with a Dark theme. Inhabit Cloaker, a caster who grieves for vengeance and whose sole purpose is to resurrect his son as you engulf celestial beings in flames of anguish. Embrace powerups and spells as you pave your path through traps filled caverns and abysses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Action RPG 16.6%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 7.1%
- #15 Beer Gunner
86% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: Des Interactive
Windows
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 30.2%, 2D Platformer 22.7%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Shooter 9.8%, Platformer 7%
- #16 Recurring Dreams
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dream Portal Games LLC
Windows · Mac
An action RPG all about the dreamworld!
Why similar: Action RPG 33.7%, Side Scroller 21.1%, RPG 12.2%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Platformer 9.1%
- #17 Future Knight
85% matchVery Positive98% of 87 reviews2026
Dev: Studio KobaPub: Aeternum Game Studios
Windows
Frenetic action and LCD aesthetic! In this 2D Shoot 'Em Up, switch between a robot hero and his benign tumor to stop a bizarre cult. You have 8 hours to save humanity's memory: defeat grotesque bosses, ride the skies on your Future Board, and master the chaos in a retro-futuristic Tokyo.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Arcade 14%, Action 9.6%, 2D Platformer 8.5%
- #18 Habroxia 2
86% matchVery Positive92% of 63 reviews2021
Dev: Lillymo Games
Windows
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Arcade 14.8%, Action 11.2%, Shooter 9.6%
- #19 Cryst
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: ANDX7072
Windows
In this action-packed game, unknown creatures invade a factory and steal diamond pieces. Your mission is to play through exciting stages, recover the missing pieces of diamond scattered across various locations, and restore them to the factory.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.3%, RPG 16.8%, Side Scroller 16%, 2D Platformer 14.3%, Action 10.8%
- #20 Luke Jump
84% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Lazycat Games
Windows
Luke Jump is a 2D horizontal platform action game. You'll have to fight your way through levels and challenge the ultimate enemy. Twenty hand-crafted locations await you, filled with monsters and giant bosses waiting to challenge you and cut you down.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Action RPG 15.1%, Platformer 9%
- #21 Spacewing War
83% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Pneuma GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.9%, Side Scroller 26.9%, Arcade 12.1%, Shooter 8.8%, Action 6.8%
- #22 Is It Wrong to Try to Shoot 'em Up Girls in a Dungeon?
82% matchVery Positive92% of 253 reviews2020
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: PQube
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Enjoy a free shoot'em up side-scrolling mini-game with the characters from the anime and JRPG DanMachi, and fight through stages of bullet hell and bosses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Side Scroller 19.5%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Arcade 9.1%, Platformer 7.7%
- #23 SUSHIDO
82% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Chimerabot
Windows
Jump, dash, shoot, and slash your way through endless waves of evil sushi ingredients in pursuit of the highest score possible. Do you have what it takes to harmonize all seven abilities and become a true master of SUSHIDO?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.1%, 2D Platformer 24%, Arcade 12%, Platformer 10.9%, Shooter 6.6%
- #24 RT
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Supanova
Windows
A modern take on run-and-gun platformers inspired by the golden age of 16-bit gaming. Explore hostile alien worlds, unlock powerful weapons and upgrades, return stronger to uncover new secrets and battle colossal bosses in relentless arcade action.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Side Scroller 22.6%, 2D Platformer 17%, Arcade 8%, Platformer 7.8%
- #25 Brock Crocodile
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Digi Croc
Windows
Take on the role of the rad red croc Brock in this 2D action platformer. Equiped with his trusty whip and fruitgun, blast and swing your way through an adventure inspired by the 90s, taking on giant bee mechas, mad ducktors and more as you try to stop the wicked Wize and his legion of minions!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Side Scroller 16%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Arcade 11.9%, Platformer 9.2%
- #26 Swords & Bones 3
80% matchPositive89% of 28 reviews2023
Dev: SEEP
Windows
The Swords & Bones saga reaches its third chapter! Inspired by past classics 2D action-platformer games, get ready to fight your way through more than 50 levels full of with enemies, traps and pitfalls. RPG elements enrich the gaming experience.
Why similar: Action RPG 20.6%, Side Scroller 16.2%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Arcade 10.9%, RPG 9.8%
- #27 Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade
79% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: xen-42
Windows · Linux
Shoot lasers in space because a fish told you to. Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade is a twin-stick side-scrolling space shoot-em-up which tells the story of a man side-scrolling in space and shooting-em-up with twin-sticks. This game has at least 2 characters in it.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Arcade 14.6%, Action 11.7%, Adventure 10.5%
- #28 Library Fantasy
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: Lieb
Windows
You are a powerful sorcerer working in a vast library of magic known as Fantasia. You need to unravel its secrets and restore order. Fantasia was known for its unparalleled collections of magical books, artifacts and knowledge, but in recent days, something has gone wrong.
Why similar: Action RPG 26.1%, Side Scroller 21.2%, RPG 18.2%, Arcade 14.3%, Adventure 11.1%
- #29 Ondine: Prototype
77% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Pier38
Windows · Mac
Collect souls, level your weapons, and unleash devastation in one of the most mechanically complex 2D shooters ever made.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Action 10.9%, Shooter 10.3%
- #30 Shooting Saucer
78% matchVery Positive91% of 54 reviews2023
Dev: SinksAdventure
Windows
A flying saucer chases you all over the galaxy. Run away, defeat enemies, and evolve to avoid getting abducted
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Side Scroller 22.3%, 2D Platformer 18%, Platformer 9.6%, Shooter 8%
- #31 To The Top
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Daniel GuachaminPub: Animec
Windows
Accompany Maya and her little companion on an adventure where the only thing that matters is reaching the top.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.5%, 2D Platformer 22.7%, Arcade 11.3%, Platformer 10.5%, Shooter 8.5%
- #32 Neon Dreams
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MekaCow Studios
Windows · Mac
Live the life of an aspiring arms dealer in a Cyberpunk city. Complete thrilling bullet-hell combat simulations with your trusty battle mech, while managing your high-stakes business. Drink coffee, buy weapons, collect stickers, and overcome difficult battle modifiers.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Action RPG 18.1%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, RPG 6.7%
- #33 Luca: Dragon Hunter
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bucketplay Inc.
Windows
Become Luca, a young dragon hunter, and battle powerful dragons in a stylized 2.5D action RPG. Master weapons, grow stronger, and uncover the secrets behind the dragons threatening the world.
Why similar: Action RPG 36.8%, 2D Platformer 18.8%, RPG 18.5%, Action 11%, 2.5D 10.6%
- #34 Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CC164
Windows
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 30.4%, Side Scroller 20.1%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Action 11%, Shooter 10.3%
- #35 Black Magic (C64/CPC/Spectrum)
75% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Datasoft, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this side-scrolling fantasy game, originally released in 1987, take on the role of a lone hero, fighting to defeat an evil warlock. Utilise a wide range of magical spells. Collect experience points to upgrade your character, until you are ready to face Zahgrim!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Action RPG 16.8%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Platformer 7.2%
- #36 Steam Punks
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Ash JacksonPub: Monster Robot Studios
Windows · Mac
inspired by SNES 90's classic like Mega Man X 1-3, Super Metroid & Link to the past, Steam Punks mixes elements from the classics into a lore rich adventure with some modern twists! Unlock items & power-ups and discover secrets & lore!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Action RPG 17.5%, Side Scroller 13.9%, 2.5D 11%, Arcade 8.9%
- #37 Sigma Star Saga DX
73% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2026
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Half shoot-'em-up, half RPG! Blast through an intergalactic genre mashup!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Side Scroller 20.2%, RPG 17.7%, Action 11%, Shooter 9.6%
- #38 WildWorlds: Zyxaranth's Domain
74% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: James Hummel
Windows · Mac
A top-down linear action-adventure game that is heavily inspired by the StarTropics games.
Why similar: Action RPG 27%, RPG 16.9%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, 2.5D 10.6%, Adventure 10.3%
- #39 Stellar Raid
75% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Berry Patch Games
Windows
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 35.5%, Side Scroller 29.5%, Arcade 14%, Shooter 5%, Platformer 4.6%
- #40 Shield Knight
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Xingluo Games
Windows
Shield Knight is a pixel-art 2D side-scrolling action game. Master the timing of melee and ranged blocks, counter slashes, arrows, and shockwaves, and fight through fast-paced stages and boss battles to uncover the truth behind the knight order and the monster unrest.
Why similar: Action RPG 27.3%, Side Scroller 25.7%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, Arcade 12.9%, Action 5.2%
- #41 Down With Hell: Crystal
72% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2026
Dev: Mellie Devs Games
Windows
Play as M in this retro styled platform-shooter and blast your way up to heaven!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Side Scroller 14.7%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Arcade 12.2%, Action 9.4%
- #42 GUN DOG ROCK RAPID
73% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: leimonyaPub: leimonya
Windows
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 32.8%, Side Scroller 22.2%, Arcade 14.7%, Shooter 9.9%, Action 7.2%
- #43 Delegati Genesis
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Delegati Games
Windows
A cyberpunk fantasy RPG.
Why similar: Action RPG 21.3%, Artificial Intelligence 15%, Side Scroller 14.9%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, RPG 9.3%
- #44 Black Otaku - SOS HD
72% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Def Sauce
Windows
Big guns have begun an attack on YOUR communities, and trust, bredren, YOU DI ONLY BLACK MAN DAT CYAN STOP DEM ...and di only way to stop dem, is to run-right and shoot everything that moves!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Side Scroller 21.2%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Shooter 9.2%, Platformer 7.3%
- #45 Uncle Kenny The Game
71% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: Kevin Roback
Windows · Linux
Uncle Kenny has been lured into the woods by a mysterious old friend. He must come out of this alive. ACT 3- DESTROY THEM UNTIL NOTHING IS LEFT. AVAILABLE NOW!!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.6%, 2D Platformer 25%, Platformer 12.4%, Arcade 9.2%, Action 8%
- #46 Run Ralph Run
71% matchMixed63% of 32 reviews2021
Dev: DnovelPub: My Way Games
Windows
Ralph is a smart dinosaur, and a great shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Side Scroller 15.8%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Arcade 12.3%, Platformer 9.4%
- #47 INC.
69% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: OrangepixelPub: HandyGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
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: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Arcade 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Artificial Intelligence 11.4%
- #48 The Legend of Karl
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 311 reviews2021
Dev: Actplus Studio
Windows
The Legend of Karl is a 2.5D hack and slash platformer. You'll master various weapons while exploring the deep diabolical world. A quest struggling between Good and Evil, fight for Justice and what you Believe!
Why similar: Action RPG 25.9%, Side Scroller 22.6%, 2D Platformer 17.9%, 2.5D 12.9%, RPG 11%
- #49 Power Gem Fetcher
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Lucas Paes Barreto JanelaPub: AlgumaCoisa Studio
Windows
In this game, you play as Lucas, who is a student that gets teleported to a mysterious world by the Void. In this world he finds a sword, which he grab it to protect itseft agaist monsters and defeat bosses to get all 6 power gems. With these power gems, he soon will be at home again...
Why similar: Action RPG 30.6%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Adventure 13.6%, Platformer 13.1%, Action 12.5%
- #50 Limbonauts
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 7Cats-Team
Windows
Limbonauts is a dynamic action platformer set in the world of a distant and dark cyberpunk future. Take revenge on your offenders using a variety of weapons.
Why similar: Action RPG 18.7%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Artificial Intelligence 13.2%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, RPG 8.4%
- #51 Rendering Ranger™: R² [Rewind]
67% matchPositive84% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Limited Run GamesPub: Ziggurat
Windows
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 36%, Side Scroller 23%, Arcade 11.1%, Shooter 8.6%, 1990's 6.8%
- #52 Jungles of Maxtheria
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: SlifkerGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 24.1%, Side Scroller 16.7%, 2D Platformer 15%, Arcade 11.3%, Platformer 8.6%
- #53 Off Target
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 爱吃耙耙柑
Windows
"Off-Target" is a classic side-scrolling shooter set in the near future. Experience the thrill of shooting and the feeling of explosions in your spare time.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.4%, 2D Platformer 17.1%, Arcade 13.1%, Shooter 9.9%, RPG 6%
- #54 R-Type Final 2
68% matchMostly Positive75% of 823 reviews2021
Dev: Granzella Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.9%, Side Scroller 25.8%, Arcade 14.4%, Shooter 10%, Action 7.9%
- #55 Rise of the Penguins 2: Penguin's Dark Ascent
67% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Bill WooPub: Pwoo
Windows · Mac · Linux
Throw snowballs and navigate seven challenging levels as Kaito, a young penguin. Master platforming challenges, collect items, and face epic bosses in this 2D adventure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Side Scroller 21.2%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Platformer 10.9%, Action 7.5%
- #56 Contra: Operation Galuga
66% matchVery Positive87% of 969 reviews2024
Dev: WayForwardPub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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 24.5%, Side Scroller 17%, 2D Platformer 15%, Arcade 11.2%, Platformer 8.6%
- #57 Steve's HardCore WorldTour
70% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: CafeLovaiPub: Hourglass Studios
Windows
A Speedy 2.5D Shooter where you cruise around Earth fighting galactic terrorists using the power of pure insanity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Side Scroller 21%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Arcade 9.1%, Platformer 8.1%
- #58 Ubiquitous
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Dingdang
Windows
This is a classic puzzle game.
Why similar: Action RPG 32.7%, RPG 22%, 2D Platformer 20.9%, Adventure 13.5%, 1990's 7.8%
- #59 Destruction of Heavenly Bliss
65% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: AISA
Windows · Linux
An incremental shoot 'em up with an oldschool aesthetic and an intense gameplay loop. Fight through 9 levels of a grueling training simulation, growing stronger with every loop, and realize ignorance truly is bliss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.8%, Artificial Intelligence 13.4%, Side Scroller 13%, Arcade 11.2%, 2.5D 10.8%
- #60 One Pixel
68% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2021
Dev: IreeroPub: LineArt Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
2D platform game with minimalist pixel art graphics, create platforms and shoot a lot to defeat an army with more than 1,000 monsters. The game was made for people who like a challenge and don't mind dying several times.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Side Scroller 20.3%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Arcade 12.7%, Platformer 9.9%