- #1 Barbara-ian
97% matchPositive81% of 26 reviews2017
Dev: Owlbear
Windows · Mac
Break-neck dungeoneering with 1 hit point. You play Barbara-ian, a mythical badass with perma-rage & a penchant for smashing. Featuring super fast paced physics based mayhem, one hit is all that stands between you and a quick restart
Why similar: Action 39.7%, Indie 30.5%, Difficult 29.8%
- #2 FatCat with Hat - Reload the Powergun
96% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Mathias Neubert
Windows
FatCat's life is relaxed. But one day his great love Mrs.Cat is kidnapped by the nasty FatDog. FatCat immediately sets out to save his beloved, but the cunning FatDog is prepared. He sends his henchmen to take out the unloved adversary.
Why similar: Action 50%, Indie 38%, Difficult 10.5%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #3 Tross
96% matchMostly Negative40% of 58 reviews2016
Dev: Shadowprerequisite
Windows
Enter the unforgiving Tross program and fly through a digital world in order to prevent the next Cyberplague.
Why similar: Indie 40.2%, Action 34.2%, Difficult 25.6%
- #4 GunnRunner
92% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: pixelCast Games
Windows
Get your fingers warm with this twin-stick shooter. Balance finesse movement with one hand while shooting accurately with the other. Plow through each enemy in your path or skillfully dodge the onslaught of bullets. Venture into the constructed world of machines and halt annihilation.
Why similar: Action 43%, Indie 33.1%, Difficult 23.9%
- #5 Konrad the Rocket
95% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: Leonardo Alexandrino
Windows
Konrad the Rocket: A hardcore platformer inspired by Orwell's 1984 and jetpacks.
Why similar: Action 43.6%, Indie 33.6%, Difficult 22.8%
- #6 One Man Is Not No Man
94% matchVery Positive90% of 73 reviews2016
Dev: TEN TIULENYA team
Windows
Do you want to fight with a sword? Do you want to feel like a hero? "One Man Is Not No Man" project will quench that desire! You will defend the castle from the army of enemies on your own!
Why similar: Action 43.9%, Indie 40.7%, Difficult 15.5%
- #7 Lifespan 5seconds
94% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: polytanQ
Windows
Lifespan 5seconds is a stage clear action puzzle game made by PixelGameMakerMV. While generating a block with a lifespan of 5 seconds Try on all 50 stages!
Why similar: Action 46.3%, Indie 35.7%, Puzzle 18%
- #8 RGB RUN
93% matchMixed67% of 33 reviews2018
Dev: Pickle Drugs
Windows
RGB RUN is a fast and hardcore runner, the fractal labyrinths of which will try to piss you off. The first thing that is required from you is a fast reaction and a good memory.
Why similar: Action 42.8%, Indie 31.9%, Difficult 25.2%
- #9 Mine Dungeon
90% matchPositive93% of 41 reviews2020
Dev: celusisPub: CelLab
Windows
A Minesweeper game with a cute character, the control like a action game, and there have barrier objects and enemies.
Why similar: Action 51.5%, Indie 39.6%, Puzzle 8.9%
- #10 RETSNOM
91% matchMostly Positive76% of 99 reviews2015
Dev: SomiPub: Zero Rock Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%
RETSNOM is an inventive pixel art puzzle platformer that allows player to break the map by mirroring sections of the level, and rearranging it on the fly to save a sick daughter.
Why similar: Action 43.9%, Indie 35.3%, Puzzle 20.7%
- #11 Sacred Stones
89% matchVery Positive82% of 55 reviews2018
Dev: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Retro sidescrolling action and adventure greet you in Sacred Stones! The indie atmosphere is easy to immerse yourself in. Have a great time as you explore, run/jump & fight your way to victory. This game is perfect for both hardcore and casual fans alike seeking that nostalgic-indie fix!
Why similar: Action 47.6%, Indie 38%, Difficult 14.4%
- #12 The Minotaur
91% matchMixed69% of 64 reviews2016
Dev: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Four humans have been put to test by the Gods of the Ancient Greece, they shall face the minotaurs in the labyrinth. To survive, the must show their wisdom and solve the traps inside the labyrinth, all while avoiding the minotaurs. Their goal is to reach the last room, where the exit will be shown and they can finally be free.
Why similar: Action 44.6%, Indie 34.3%, Puzzle 21.1%
- #13 ACCEL-X
88% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: T.AdVance
Windows
Super fast time attack action game!
Why similar: Action 53.1%, Difficult 29.6%, Indie 13.2%, Singleplayer 4.1%
- #14 Dark Zone
87% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Astero
Windows
DarkZone is a game where you have to go through severe tests and win the final battle with the enemy.
Why similar: Action 38.6%, Indie 29.7%, Difficult 21.5%, Puzzle 10.2%
- #15 BLEAK: Welcome to Glimmer
89% matchVery Positive89% of 75 reviews2016
Dev: Novelline, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
A super high difficulty, fantastical 2D action platformer complete with an expansive original soundtrack. 20+ Levels. Multiple playable characters. Rich lore. BLEAK: Welcome to Glimmer is Act One in a timeless tale of loss and redemption.
Why similar: Action 49.8%, Indie 37.9%, Difficult 12.3%
- #16 The Square Game
86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Aiden J Rodgers
Windows
The Square Game is an insanely hard 2D action platformer with 24 short action packed levels.
Why similar: Action 48.7%, Indie 37.4%, Difficult 13.9%
- #17 AGENCY
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Checkpoint Earth
Windows
AGENCY is a game of abstract challenges. You play as π (Pi) in a top-down perspective and you have to figure out the rules of very distinct levels to succeed. When you think you know what the game means, email me and we'll chat more.
Why similar: Difficult 31.5%, Action 29.6%, Indie 21.5%, Puzzle 17.4%
- #18 Egg Over It: Fall Flat From the Top
82% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Pigeon-GPub: Polo de Contenidos Digitales
Windows
Take on a real tactical jumping adventure with Egg Over It!!! A challenge where you'll have to lift the egg to the top in search of its source, but explore carefully; a single failed jump could lead to a long fall.
Why similar: Action 38%, Difficult 35.6%, Indie 22.1%, Singleplayer 4.4%
- #19 Bomber Fox
85% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Laughing Fox Games
Windows
Bomber Fox is an action, sci-fi-themed game of the new generation, with an emphasis put into the dynamic gameplay, diverse level design, and innovative game modes.Play as Fox - the space cyborg, who has to win the grand robot-fighting tournament, to be granted a chance to go back home!
Why similar: Action 47.7%, Indie 36%, Difficult 14.2%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #20 A Moustache in the House
84% matchMixed50% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: Games On AcidzzPub: Gambeat
Windows
You are not alone in your own house.... solve the puzzles and find a way out.
Why similar: Action 45.6%, Indie 35.1%, Difficult 11.9%, Puzzle 5.6%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #21 Escape The Manor
84% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Matthew Lonsdale
Windows
i didn't want to give to much away in the trailer or description as there is a good few surprises in store for you guys.
Why similar: Action 47.3%, Indie 36.4%, Difficult 10.1%, Puzzle 4.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #22 Boom Stick
83% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: Fortyate
Windows
Boom Stick is a Fast-Paced Shooter with projectile based combat. Inspired by many of the Old School Shooters but with some new Ideas.
Why similar: Action 48.3%, Indie 37.1%, Difficult 14.6%
- #23 Deadly Traps
86% matchMixed61% of 23 reviews2017
Dev: BT Studios
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Battle yourself through dangerous traps in this fast-paced platformer.
Why similar: Action 42.3%, Indie 31.5%, Difficult 22.8%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #24 Damaged In Transit
82% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: Wyatt YeongPub: Everook
Windows · Mac
Split your attention in Damaged In Transit! This mind-bending action-puzzler will leave you cross-eyed as you juggle two mindless delivery drones and help them ship their precious cargo. Weather the many dangers and obstacles you face across 125 levels, and embrace the miracle of automated delivery!
Why similar: Action 51.9%, Indie 39.3%, Puzzle 8.8%
- #25 Karma Knight
81% matchVery Positive88% of 67 reviews2020
Dev: UltramarineSoft
Windows
Karma Knight is a fast paced 2D side-scrolling platform action game with stylish combat. Find hidden items in the stages, collect different spells, defeat the enemies as you gain more experience and enjoy the overall platform action game style.
Why similar: Action 48.8%, Indie 37%, Difficult 12.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #26 GRAY GROFA
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TPM.CO SOFT WORKS
Windows
GRAY GROFA is an unparalleled side-scrolling shooter puzzle game developed for the 8-bit MSX computer. 2 years have been spent hand-tuning the game's visuals, movements and puzzles in a tireless pursuit for aesthetic perfection.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #27 Bigwig Flint
80% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Kanselsprot Entertainment
Windows
Bigwig Flint is a challenging, thrilling, and hilarious top down shooter. A soulfully crafted game with emphasis on perfect classic retro gameplay. Waldemar, the circumcised square, must fight against Bigwig Flint and his many allies. At stake is not only the Universe, but also your sanity.
Why similar: Action 52.5%, Indie 40.4%, Difficult 6.3%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #28 BeeBeeQ
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Popup Asylum
Windows
BeeBeeQ is an asymmetric local multiplayer game where one VR player controls a Chef while up to four xbox controller players control Bees. Armed with a spatula and a fly swat the VR chef player has to try cook while the bees steal food, sting and generally harass him.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #29 Saint George | The Tree Of Secrets
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Obscure Cloud
Windows
Embark on a new breed of medieval-fantasy arcade plaformer and explore extensive worlds packed with loots, creatures and humongous boss
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #30 Core Rescue
79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Hot Zombies Games
Windows
Following in the footsteps of the bullet hell games of the classic consoles and arcade systems comes Core Rescue. A Fast Paced Bullet Hell with beautiful pixel graphics and intuitive movement options, Core Rescue is a competitive experience that'll be pushing you to be #1 on the leaderboards.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #31 Red Hot Ricochet
78% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: Wyatt YeongPub: Everook
Windows · Mac
It's high noon in this barren wasteland, and only one of you is making it out alive. Sure, you could try and shoot them right between the eyes - but where's the fun in that? Red Hot Ricochet is an intense game of ricochet duels, and you'll need wise shooting, lucky bounces, and a bit of triggernometry to win.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #32 Garrison Gauntlet
78% match6 user reviews33% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: Ryan Silberman
Windows
Garrison Gauntlet is an oldschool-style action-platformer where you play through over four stages of intense challenges! A little robot that is to serve as nothing more than as one of the many robotic minions owned by the evil tyrant, Garrison, you must stop his forces from the inside!
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #33 DECEIVER
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Helvetica Scenario
Windows · Mac · Linux
Launch your spider drone at walls, ceilings, and enemy heads in this indie multiplayer shooter where "move" and "attack" are synonymous.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #34 Chowderchu
79% matchMixed59% of 58 reviews2016
Dev: Ryan Jensen
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Made for Wizards, by Wizards. Chowderchu tells the tale of how two unlikely 'zard-buddies join forces to overcome great obstacles. A challenging game with a unique play-style involving the mouse and keyboard. Creative problem-solving is essential and there are different ways of approaching each level.
Why similar: Action 61%, Indie 20.2%, Difficult 18.8%
- #35 Onslaught VR
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MindWalker Games
Windows
Jump into the fray with Onslaught VR! Armed with multiple gun types, devastating AOE attacks, and aerial capabilities, you'll face off against multiple enemies and powerful commanders. Good luck, soldier... you'll need it.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #36 Rise High
77% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2017
Dev: eiloware
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Rise High is an arcade action game in which you have to defend your workers from an alien invasion while they try to build skyscrapers!
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #37 Tech Clash
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Interstellar PunksPub: ESAT
Windows
In the far future huge companies compete for the control of the technological market, in this mayhem the CEOs of the biggest companies reunite and decide to fight it off in a tournament! Each company will provide a champion in what would be the fight of the century!
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #38 Prototype-CUBE
75% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Enzian Game Development Team
Windows
Using Sword and Bullet, while evading the barrage and swords, running stylishly through the buggy chess world, High difficulty level exhilarating action 3D shooting game!
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #39 BEAT.R.
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ae.studio
Windows
3D blocks exploding everywhere while colors and sounds delight you in every way. This infinite runner is sure to grab your attention for at least 30 seconds.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #40 JumpStream
75% matchMixed67% of 21 reviews2018
Dev: Digital Continue
Windows
JumpStream is a competitive platformer built in real-time by an audience, using Mixer Interactive! The goal is to work with your audience to construct an emergent path to complete challenges in the fastest possible time.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #41 CANDLE UNDER WATER
74% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2019
Dev: polytanQ
Windows
Light a yellow candle by controlling the water level! Easy action puzzle.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #42 Encounter of Galaxies
77% match4 user reviews0% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Obi-Wanya
Windows
Encounter of Galaxies is a vertical scrolling shooter with an open world and elements of trade.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #43 Demon Grade VR
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Richard Stenson, Solus GamesPub: Solus Games, Inc.
Windows
Demon Grade is a VR FPS featuring free 360 degree movement, with no jogging in place, no teleporting, and no rails. In Demon Grade, you will explore dynamically generated levels in first person perspective while fighting relentless demonic enemies and collecting demon shards to unlock various weapons.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #44 Midnight Grub Session
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Crumb Goblin Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Get down with the thiccness
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #45 Kyber Knights
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Portaalin Pojat Oy
Windows
A multiplayer VR game by an Arcade for Arcades. Kyber Knights is a fun and easy multiplayer game developed exclusively for VR Arcades. Simple controls and an easy to control Operator View make this fast paced shooter a great choice for Arcades. CURRENTLY ONLY IN LAN.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #46 Scuffle Scoundrels
74% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2017
Dev: Moped Games
Windows
Scuffle Scoundrels is an oldschool arcade brawler for 2-to-4 rivals of all ages. With explosive powerups, deadly hazards, and imposing animal captains, it's sink or be sunk in this fast paced pirate romp!
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #47 One minute of death
71% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: Krzysztof Konopka
Windows
O.M.O.D. is pretty difficult platform game.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #48 Secret of Harrow Manor
72% matchMostly Negative33% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: Only Human Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Explore an abandoned manor and it's grounds filled with nightmare creatures, locked doors, and scattered ammunition.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #49 Defection
70% match3 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: Sergey Saratov
Windows
Defection is a third-person multiplayer shooter with hand-drawn styling.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #50 XENOCAVE
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BLUE LED
Windows
XENOCAVE is a retro-styled, scrolling platformer that elevates the genre with a unique fusion of ability and fine-tuned mechanics inspired by the classics. Specifically, imagine an amalgam of Mario's fluid controls, the double-jump and rapid-fire of Ghosts 'n Goblins, and the themes of Crystal Caves.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #51 Refraction
69% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Zilby
Windows · Mac · Linux
Refraction is a top-down, arena action game where you use quick reflexes to take down hordes of enemies. You must rely on your skill and your wit as you fight to survive, in the hope that you can live long enough to take down the core of all corruption.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #52 Weird creatures
72% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2016
Dev: mchernykh
Windows
Blow-up your mind with the easy fantasy shooting simulator. You will travel across forests, deserts and snowy mountains, accompanied by a powerful ally vehicle to care of. Various weird inhabitants resist you to collect art pieces. Ever struggle to be rewarded.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #53 The Pit
59% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zero KnowledgePub: Zero Knwoledge
Windows
The Pit is a platform game with touches of action and puzzles, which will force you to understand and know how to use all the skills you have.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #54 Double Stretch
70% matchMostly Negative24% of 17 reviews2018
Dev: ARGamesPub: Metal Fox
Windows
Double Stretch - an unusual top down flight shooter.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #55 Space Slam
71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: ;)Pub: Quickdraw Studios
Windows
In SPACE SLAM there is only one way to mine: ramming planets at full speed with your spacecraft. View the action in VR with your HTC Vive or in flat mode!
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #56 Nebula
71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2016
Dev: Szekretar
Windows
Nebula is an action platformer with a high emphasis on using everything at your disposal to succeed, such as the gravity gun. The game takes place on an abandoned space station where you need to survive the deadly traps, defeat your enemies and solve physics based puzzles.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #57 The War of the Worlds: Andromeda
69% matchMostly Negative30% of 20 reviews2018
Pub: Mediamas Europa
Windows · Linux
The world is over, get up and start the battle of revenge! With the first-person shooter of The War of the Worlds: Andromeda, load your weapons and lead your team to fight through swarms of fierce aliens. Turn the battle around through 14 epic levels of brutal combat, based on the world of H.G. Wells.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #58 Gunnihilation
70% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2016
Dev: Robo Pixel Games
Windows
Ultraviolent bullet-hell platformer Gunnihilation is dual stick 16-bit mayhem that fuses several forms of 2D shoot 'em up, from run-and-gun classics like Contra and Metal Slug, to the arena-based slaughter of Smash TV.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #59 SincereMen
67% match5 user reviews0% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Utopia EntertainmentPub: Rhyton Solutions GmbH
Windows
This game is a First Person Shooter video game based on VR technology with realistic graphic and hardcore action shooter gameplay. The main character is a trained ranger that come to help his partner from the edge of the chopper using a heavy machinegun and try to save him.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #60 HVRGUN
52% matchMixed59% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Jonathan Bartram
Windows
Welcome to HVRGUN, the worlds best Assault Pilot Training program. Where you'll be placed directly into a virtual battlefield and test your ability to dodge, shoot, and destroy an endless onslaught of enemies!
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%