Games Like IS Defense

Defend the fortified beach during D-day against invading forces in this WW2 FPS game as the enemy attacks you with troops, tanks, planes and more! Use the iconic WWII weapons such as MG42, Flak88 and Panzers, prepare your defenses with mines, explosives and bonuses!

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 68.3% ★, Shooter 13.6%, FPS 10.7%, Action 7.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game mirrors the stationary turret defense gameplay of IS Defense perfectly within a World War II setting.

Defend the fortified beaches of Pacific against invading forces in this WW2 FPS game as the enemy attacks you with troops, tanks, planes and more! Play on your on own or COOP while using iconic Japanese and American WWII weapons and prepare your defenses with mines, explosives, and more!

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 53.4% ★, War 14.3%, Shooter 12.6%, FPS 7.8%, Action 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A direct follow-up that maintains the intense, wave-based stationary shooting mechanics of the original.

Heavy Fire: Afghanistan is a super fast playing on-rails shooter set in modern-day Afghanistan featuring tanks, assault vehicles and helicopters. The game offers 60 awards, one machine co-op for up to four, Steam Cloud, Leaderboards and Trading Cards.

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 83.9% ★, Action 11.6%, First-Person 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: An on-rails military shooter that provides a similar experience of clearing waves of enemies from a fixed perspective.

Iran has nuclear weapons and one is sitting on a fully fueled ICBM going through its final launch checklist. Fight your way through Afghanistan, make it over the Iranian border, infiltrate the missile base and permanently stop the countdown in this super fast, high intensity on-rails shooter.

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 54.4% ★, War 14.9%, Shooter 12.1%, FPS 8.7%, First-Person 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: This title continues the on-rails military shooter tradition with fast-paced, arcade-style combat.

Experience once again the iconic Rail Shooter released for Arcade back in 1987, now reinterpreted in a regular or VR version. The game captures the essence of the original game, immersing you in an action-packed atmosphere reminiscent of the non-stop action films of the 1980s.

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 45.7% ★, Violent 15.1%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 10.2%, FPS 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A modern revival of the classic arcade rail-shooter genre that focuses on high-speed military combat.

You’re the designated gunner, you’re on patrol… and yes, you’re a target. It’s your assignment to be the bait and to draw fire, you were handpicked and it’s your job. Trigger finger at the ready; At least you have the fire-power to keep the bad-guys at bay.

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 97.2% ★, Action 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features stationary turret gameplay that closely mimics the defensive focus of IS Defense.

Crisis Brigade 2 reloaded is about covering, pointing and shooting, fast-paced pure action. Intense shootouts, powerful weapons, challenging levels, fierce enemies... Like the 90's classic arcade machines, but with the immersion that Virtual Reality is capable of.

Why similar: Violent 31.6%, War 15.9%, Shooter 15%, Action 13.2%, FPS 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style rail shooter that provides a polished, fast-paced experience similar to classic light-gun games.

EPOCH - Post-apocalyptic Robot Combat

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 51.6% ★, Action 23.1%, Indie 14.5%, Shooter 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: An on-rails shooter that emphasizes cover-based mechanics and wave-clearing intensity.

BF:RI is a military tactical shooter and a work of historical fiction set in war-torn Burkina Faso. You are a CIA SAC Tier 1 operator, assigned to Operation Sahel Dominion, a covert manhunt targeting the Leader of the Sahel Caliphate responsible for an act of terrorism on American soil.

Why similar: Violent 27%, Shooter 22.4%, Action 19.8%, FPS 14.6%, First-Person 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a modern military FPS experience that focuses on intense, single-player combat scenarios.

The year is 1942. The British government decides to launch one of the most risky operations of World War II. The targets are the most important figures of the Third Reich. After several months of research, MI6 chose three people: the chances of eliminating them are slim to nothing.

Why similar: Violent 42%, Action 19.4%, War 13.3%, FPS 9.7%, Shooter 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A military-themed shooter that offers similar arcade-style action and violent combat encounters.

Serious Sam is back! And this time it's REAL!

Why similar: Violent 38.9%, Action 21.7%, Shooter 16.7%, Indie 11.5%, FPS 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A stationary wave-based shooter that captures the frantic, high-octane feeling of defending against hordes of enemies.

Blue Estate is a black-humoured and corrosive rail shooter, adapted from the critically acclaimed and Eisner Award nominated graphic novel, Blue Estate by Viktor Kalvachev!

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 76.1% ★, Action 8.5%, Shooter 5.9%, FPS 5.2%, First-Person 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish, on-rails shooter that focuses on precision and rapid-fire combat.

On 24 February, Russia invaded Ukraine in an escalation of the Russo-Ukrainian War. Your task is kill the invaders. Use any available weapons: knive and axe, machine gun and grenades. Be careful, enemies are crafty and merciless. The fate of Ukraine depends on you.

Why similar: Shooter 25.9%, War 23.6%, FPS 17.2%, Action 16.9%, First-Person 11%

Why You'll Like It: A modern military shooter that captures the intensity of contemporary conflict scenarios.

Mad Bullets, the wackiest shooter is here to put your reflexes and laughing muscles to an intensive test. You can forget about boring stories, complicated controls and irritating tutorials, and jump right into a mind blowing, high-speed action.

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 54.6% ★, Violent 14.2%, Shooter 12.3%, Action 7.5%, First-Person 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade rail-shooter that prioritizes speed and reflex-based gameplay over complex mechanics.

2017. Around the world, oil and gas reserves are being depleted. In the United States, forces hungry for world domination are coming to power. In Russia, the economic and political situation is on the verge of complete collapse.

Why similar: Action 24.9%, Shooter 24.4%, War 22.1%, FPS 15.8%, First-Person 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern military-themed shooter that aligns with the thematic tone of IS Defense.

THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD: Remake is a remade version of the game introduced in 1997 in arcade platform. A classic arcade rail-shooter receives a whole new entourage and gameplay changes to suit modern gaming standards.

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 63.8% ★, Shooter 11.6%, Violent 10.1%, Action 8.2%, First-Person 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A definitive rail-shooter experience that shares the core 'shoot everything that moves' gameplay loop.

During WWII you are an American soldier who captured the german bunker in Normandy. You must defend it at all costs and survive this World War II. Complete missions, cook & shoot, search the bodies for medicines, ammo, and food to survive. WW2: Bunker Simulator is a mix of fps and simulator.

Why similar: War 32.5%, Shooter 22.1%, FPS 17.9%, Action 12.5%, First-Person 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the stationary defense aspect of military combat, requiring players to hold a position against incoming threats.

Time splatter is a small episodic rail shooter game where our protagonist, after touching an ancient monolith, is transported to the times where the black plague transformed people into zombie like creatures and knights protected the land.

Why similar: Violent 63.9%, Action 21.2%, Indie 14.9%

Why You'll Like It: An on-rails shooter that focuses on quick reactions and clearing enemies from a fixed path.

Dive deep into the exhilarating world of high-stakes battles. Lead your army against a relentless onslaught of enemy machinery, spanning from the iconic tanks of WW2 to the modern-day helicopters.

Why similar: War 50.5%, Action 20.4%, Shooter 16%, First-Person 10.9%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the defensive aspect of military operations, tasking players with protecting a coastline.

Trains with guns on them in the Wild West! Shoot, upgrade, customize, and mount up to defeat brutal outlaws and ruthless businessmen! Tumbleweed Express is a tower, or travel, defense game set in the American West.

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 77.5% ★, Action 10.7%, Indie 10.2%, Singleplayer 1.6%

Why You'll Like It: An on-rails shooter that utilizes a unique setting while maintaining the core rail-movement mechanics.

Inspired by arcade game experiences, Drive By Hero is an apocalyptic shooter game. Shoot enemies, kill bosses, use new weapons and try to survive in this horrific action game. Alone with your car and your gun, you are not the hero they deserve but the one they need.

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 40.6% ★, Violent 25.6%, Action 12.5%, Indie 8.8%, Shooter 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style shooter that captures the fast-paced, on-rails feel of classic action games.

Artificial Defense is a one man made, real time strategy game combining orbital shooter and tower defense components within an electrifying, virtual reality setting. You are the machine, a mighty computer-system defending its servers against swarms of intruding creeps.

Why similar: Action 55.9%, Indie 44.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tower defense elements with stationary action to create a challenging defensive experience.

Operation Lone Wolf is an indie shooter, set in the Second World War. Play the first single player mission, Dogfight, PvE, or multiplayer with a lot of different weapons, fluid movement, smooth and responsive gunplay, killstreaks, perks and much more.

Why similar: Violent 62.2%, Action 22.6%, Indie 15.2%

Why You'll Like It: A military-themed shooter that emphasizes action-oriented gameplay and violent encounters.

Get ready for modern battles! Defend your islands against evil invaders in jungles! Your team will consist of modern snipers, gunners, rockets, ice towers and other great things. A deep conflict has been brewing between you and the evil invaders. Fight to protect your freedom and liberty.

Why similar: Action 57.7%, Indie 42.3%

Why You'll Like It: A stationary defense game that requires strategic placement and rapid response to enemy waves.

Soldiers of the Universe is a Story-Driven First Person Shooter game that tells the story of a group of soldiers fighting against terrorist organizations in the Middle-East.

Why similar: Action 32%, War 30.6%, Indie 19.3%, FPS 18.1%

Why You'll Like It: A military FPS that provides a grounded, war-themed experience similar to the setting of IS Defense.

"Disinfect" all anti-lockdown protesters.

Why similar: Violent 55.7%, Action 24.4%, Indie 17.6%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Why You'll Like It: A single-player action game that focuses on defending a position against incoming threats.

Defend the shores of Gallipoli against landing forces in this WWI FPS game, as the enemy attacks you with troops, armored cars, planes, battleships and more! Use the iconic WWI weapons, prepare your defenses with mines, explosives and bonuses!

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 59.8% ★, Shooter 15.1%, FPS 9.4%, First-Person 7.9%, Action 7.9%

2084 is a fast-paced First-Person Shooter with hacking mechanics. Battle your way through hordes of enemies, hack their minds to gain advantage on the battlefield, and immerse yourself in a riveting short story set in a grim cyberpunk landscape.

Why similar: Violent 48.4%, Action 30%, Indie 21.6%

Why You'll Like It: A high-intensity action shooter that shares the wave-based survival focus of the seed game.

Shoot Nazis, Conserve Ammo, Find The Nazi Plans

Why similar: Violent 34.9%, Shooter 19.6%, FPS 14.8%, Action 14.7%, First-Person 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A casual, arcade-style shooter that focuses on simple, repetitive wave-based combat.

Escape The City - It's a first-person shooter, about a city that was attacked by enemies.Prepare your gun and leave the city immediately. Fight your way past various enemies on different locations of the city and find your way out!

Why similar: War 21.4%, Shooter 20.6%, Action 19.5%, Violent 19.3%, FPS 13.3%

Let Them Come is a fast paced pixel art shoot ‘em up. Twitchy trigger fingers and focused battle tactics are the order of the day as wave after wave of alien-like creatures try to take you down.

Why similar: Violent 39.8%, Shooter 27.1%, Action 18%, Indie 12.4%, Singleplayer 2.6%

Hatred is a violent twin-stick shooter, in which you take the role of The Antagonist fighting against all of humanity.

Why similar: Violent 62.2%, Shooter 17.4%, Action 13.6%, Indie 5.2%, Singleplayer 1.6%

A battle rages over the last of the worlds water. Your transport train is the only hope for thousands. Protect the train - Humanity's survival depends on it!

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 60.1% ★, Action 19.2%, Indie 13.4%, FPS 7.3%

Ready or Not is an intense, tactical, first-person shooter that depicts a modern-day world in which SWAT police units are called to defuse hostile and confronting situations.

Why similar: Shooter 27.6%, Violent 26.4%, FPS 22.5%, First-Person 10.7%, Action 9.8%

You have to become a soldier of troop rapid reaction forces, which are the elite special forces. You can send to perform combat operations anywhere in the world. Using different types of weapons, equipment, you can accomplish combat missions, and lead your team to victory over the enemy.

Why similar: Violent 40.6%, Action 20.5%, Indie 13.9%, Shooter 12.6%, FPS 10.9%

Redie is a challenging singleplayer 3D top-down shooter. Fight an army of well-trained terrorists and soldiers in action-packed close quarters combat. Prepare to (re)die.

Why similar: Action 62.2%, Indie 37.8%

Good Kill is an immersive FPS game where players take control of a door gunner in a military helicopter during wartime. Engage in intense combat across destructible environments, complete missions, and upgrade your helicopter and weapons to dominate the battlefield.

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 37.5% ★, War 21.2%, Shooter 15.9%, FPS 9.6%, Action 8.1%

Dark Side of War is a hardcore shooter game where players take on the role of a soldier during World War II and clear out enemy bases using every bullet wisely. The game offers diverse levels with unique designs and atmospheric soundtracks to create a realistic war atmosphere.

Why similar: Shooter 34.8%, FPS 28%, Action 20.7%, Indie 11.9%, Singleplayer 4.6%

An atom bomb has landed in the hands of terrorists, the threat of an attack… and only you can prevent a catastrophe!

Why similar: Violent 31.6%, War 23.4%, Shooter 21.5%, Action 13.3%, FPS 7.7%

Insurgency: Sandstorm is a hardcore tactical FPS built on lethal close-quarters combat and ruthless intensity. Every bullet count, every step matters, and teamwork is your only path to survival in the brutality of modern warfare.

Why similar: Shooter 25.4%, FPS 22%, War 18.2%, Violent 15.1%, Action 9.8%

Firebase Defence is a new spin on the traditional tower defence gameplay. You have to defend yourself from the waves upon waves of incoming enemies. You are free to build, place and manage your available resources and units in any way you want. But failing to balance those will result in defeat!

Why similar: Violent 52.7%, Action 19.2%, War 14.1%, Indie 12.7%, Singleplayer 1.4%

1943, you play for the American soldier Ahmed, who was captured by the Nazis during the task of finding and destroying the SS secret weapon. You have one target - kill everyone.

Why similar: Violent 62.4%, Action 21.7%, Indie 15.9%

Shot Shot Tactic is a Realistic FPS Game. There are too many weapons ...

Why similar: Violent 55%, Action 19.7%, Indie 16.8%, FPS 8.5%

An exciting tower defense game where you have to defend your island from the invasion of enemy forces. Your task is to build and upgrade towers to repel waves of attacking enemies.

Why similar: War 49.2%, Indie 24.7%, Action 22.2%, Singleplayer 4%

Defend your fortified barricade by night, collect weapons and conduct repairs by day. Survive long enough to make your way through America and towards rescue.

Why similar: Violent 48.4%, Shooter 20.1%, Action 16.6%, Indie 12.1%, Singleplayer 2.9%

Task is to Survive - Is a first person shooter. You play as a soldier and you were sent by helicopter to the infected object in which there are a huge number of dangerous zombies. Do you have a special mission - to kill as many zombies before the time, until you die!

Why similar: Violent 68.2%, Indie 15.4%, FPS 14.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Modern-warfare RTS/sandbox game inspired by the real conflicts in the Middle East. Fight a counter-insurgency war, protect the civilian population, casevac your wounded and decide how the world sees your struggle. And remember - no one gets left behind.

Why similar: Violent 40.5%, War 33.9%, Indie 15%, Action 8.5%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Days of War is an online FPS that re-imagines the team-based, close quarters, nonstop action of classic World War II multiplayer shooters.

Why similar: War 25.5%, Violent 20.2%, Action 17.9%, Shooter 14.8%, FPS 9.4%

Build and protect your home after a nuclear apocalypse!

Why similar: Indie 94.3%, Singleplayer 5.7%

Our world is in danger! Grab your gun and stop these uninvited guests!

Why similar: Action 25.1%, Shooter 24.3%, FPS 18.3%, Indie 18.1%, First-Person 11.9%

In the year 2232, World War IV is coming to an end. Humans are fighting a losing battle against aggressive machines. The only way to survive is to attack. Tomorrow morning, you will intercept a cargo train bound for the global capital, Mexico City, and ride it deep inside the enemy territory.

Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%

This is an epic first person simulation game where the player defends his mail truck, while delivering letters to the local Russian population. The player must upgrade his gear, survive radiation sickness, and fight wave after wave to fulfill his duty!

Why similar: Action 25.5%, Shooter 25%, Violent 23.9%, FPS 16.6%, First-Person 7.9%

Crisis VRigade is a virtual reality action filled first person shooter that lets players take on the role of a SWAT trooper and deal with terrorist situations. Play solo or team with your friends with the coop multiplayer mode.

Why similar: Violent 46.8%, Action 16.5%, Shooter 12.5%, Indie 11.2%, FPS 7.9%

Intrude is a first-person shooter. Your mission is to get into a long time abandoned base, suddenly taken over by some kind of private military, find your way up and destroy the source of a signal comming from the base. Collect as much data as you can to find out what they are up to.

Why similar: Action 30.7%, Shooter 25.9%, FPS 23.6%, Indie 19.8%

Experience the brutality and randomness of war as an Allied tactical commander in the Pacific Theater during World War 2. Train, equip, and command a squad of soldiers as you fight against the fanatical Imperial Japanese Empire.

Why similar: Violent 46.9%, War 22.1%, Action 17.4%, Indie 11.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Innovative Tower Defense inspired by legendary Alien Shooter series! The game was created in keeping with the best traditions of Sigma`s games, no concessions of any kind - everything is just like in real life!

Why similar: Violent 42.5%, Shooter 28.7%, Action 17.1%, Indie 9.3%, Singleplayer 2.5%

The Culling Of The Cows is a side-scrolling shooter / tower defence game. You will take the role of Sammy, a soliloquizing schizophrenic farmer with a self prophesied mission to lay waste to the disease spreading over his farm.

Why similar: Violent 32.8%, Indie 29.6%, Action 21.4%, Shooter 16.2%

Take to the streets for intense close quarters combat, where a team's survival depends upon securing crucial strongholds and destroying enemy supply in this multiplayer and cooperative Source Engine based experience.

Why similar: FPS 49.4%, Shooter 19.2%, War 12.6%, Action 10%, First-Person 5.5%