- #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 40.5%, Difficult 30.1%, Indie 29.4%
- #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 51.3%, Indie 36.7%, Difficult 10.7%, 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 38.8%, Action 35.2%, Difficult 26%
- #4 GunnRunner
91% 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 43.9%, Indie 31.8%, Difficult 24.2%
- #5 Konrad the Rocket
95% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2017
Dev: Leonardo Alexandrino
Windows
Konrad the Rocket: A hardcore platformer inspired by Orwell's 1984 and jetpacks.
Why similar: Action 44.6%, Indie 32.3%, Difficult 23.1%
- #6 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 47.5%, Indie 34.4%, Puzzle 18.1%
- #7 One Man Is Not No Man
94% matchVery Positive90% of 78 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 45%, Indie 39.3%, Difficult 15.7%
- #8 RGB RUN
93% matchMixed68% of 34 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 43.8%, Indie 30.7%, Difficult 25.5%
- #9 RETSNOM
92% matchMostly Positive76% of 99 reviews2015
Dev: SomiPub: Zero Rock Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%
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 45%, Indie 34.1%, Puzzle 20.9%
- #10 ACCEL-X
90% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: T.AdVance
Windows
Super fast time attack action game!
Why similar: Action 53.9%, Difficult 29.7%, Indie 12.6%, Singleplayer 3.8%
- #11 Sacred Stones
89% matchVery Positive80% 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 48.8%, Indie 36.7%, Difficult 14.6%
- #12 The Minotaur
91% matchMixed70% of 69 reviews2016
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.4 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 45.7%, Indie 33.1%, Puzzle 21.2%
- #13 Dark Zone
88% 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 39.5%, Indie 28.6%, Difficult 21.7%, Puzzle 10.2%
- #14 The Square Game
87% 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 49.8%, Indie 36.1%, Difficult 14.1%
- #15 BLEAK: Welcome to Glimmer
89% matchVery Positive90% of 81 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 51%, Indie 36.5%, Difficult 12.4%
- #16 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 38.7%, Difficult 35.9%, Indie 21.3%, Singleplayer 4.1%
- #17 A Moustache in the House
86% 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 46.8%, Indie 33.9%, Difficult 12.1%, Puzzle 5.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #18 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 48.8%, Indie 34.8%, Difficult 14.4%, Singleplayer 2%
- #19 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 48.5%, Indie 35.1%, Difficult 10.2%, Puzzle 4.8%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #20 Boom Stick
84% matchPositive93% of 14 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 49.4%, Indie 35.8%, Difficult 14.8%
- #21 Deadly Traps
86% matchMixed61% of 23 reviews2017
Dev: BT Studios
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 30%
Battle yourself through dangerous traps in this fast-paced platformer.
Why similar: Action 43.3%, Indie 30.4%, Difficult 23.1%, Singleplayer 3.3%
- #22 Damaged In Transit
83% 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 53.3%, Indie 37.9%, Puzzle 8.8%
- #23 Bigwig Flint
82% 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 53.8%, Indie 39%, Difficult 6.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #24 The Last Deathbound
81% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2019
Dev: Kenny Doan
Windows
Deathbound is a fast-paced rogue-lite arena fighter game. You'll be fighting for your survival against impossible odds. Equipped with just a sword, it would seem that you are destined to fall. Will you defy that fate?
Why similar: Action 44.7%, Indie 31.4%, Difficult 23.9%
- #25 Contact : Last Defence
80% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: ODIAK Games
Windows
Contact : Last Defence is a VR space action shooter. Complete missions, protect your planet and upgrade your ship. When you are done defending, take the fight to the invaders in Arcade mode and compete for a top spot on the online leaderboard!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #26 Blue Crystal
79% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2019
Dev: Storm Signal
Windows
This game is a twin stick shooter with time attack elements. Clear the target time and collect crystals.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #27 Cotropitorii
78% matchVery Positive84% of 62 reviews2018
Dev: Alexandru DutaPub: 2 Bad Design
Windows
Cotropitorii is a third-person multi-player action shooter game that celebrates Romanian communism. Up to 32 players can join and pick between two factions and battle it out in death-match mode with over ten different weapons.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #28 Heavy Recoil
78% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: Andy SharpePub: Epsotic LLC
Windows
Shoot through 3 levels of enemies with 4 different projectile weapons. Move quickly and use cover as enemies will react to your position and actions. Kill enemies to get health before they take you out!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #29 Chowderchu
81% 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 61.8%, Indie 19.3%, Difficult 18.8%
- #30 Hyper Void
79% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2017
Dev: IN|Framez Technology Corp.
Windows
Punch your way through waves of enemies and bosses as you travel through volatile and crazy wormholes, all rendered in high-quality 3D with a heart-pumping progressive soundtrack in 29+ challenging levels!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #31 Ethanol in dungeon
76% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2019
Dev: オートリ電子
Windows
千鳥足になりながら、フロアにいる敵を全滅させよう。タイミングが全て!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #32 Kyber Knights
67% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #33 Nebula
77% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #34 Space Slam
77% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #35 AstroShift
75% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: WHITEROCK games
Windows
AstroShift is a unique free-roam 2D space shooter, where your ship's destruction isn't game over - you get flung into space, and you have to find and board a new ship before your air runs out, and YOU explode - you know, because science...
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #36 Saint George | The Tree Of Secrets
65% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #37 Double Stretch
75% matchMostly Negative28% of 18 reviews2018
Dev: ARGamesPub: Metal Fox
Windows
Double Stretch - an unusual top down flight shooter.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #38 Refraction
73% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #39 Cecconoid
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 28 reviews2019
Dev: Triple Eh? Ltd
Windows · Linux
Cecconoid is an 8-bit inspired, flick-screen, twin-stick-shooter, set in an alternate dimension where the pixels are still chunky, and the bad guys are black and white. Except for their red dangly bits...
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #40 Defection
72% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: Sergey Saratov
Windows
Defection is a third-person multiplayer shooter with hand-drawn styling.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #41 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #42 Celestial Breach
73% matchMixed46% of 26 reviews2017
Dev: Dark Nebulae
Windows
Celestial Breach is a Coop arcade flight game in a Sci-Fi setting, Focused on team play VS NPC. It contains a lots of the old school arcade flight sim components, while being refreshing by focusing on cooperation and adding more exotic weapons, abilities, and GamePlay mechanics.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #43 The War of the Worlds: Andromeda
72% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #44 The Airship Designer
70% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2019
Dev: The Studio
Windows
Build your own airships by snaping engines, envelops, fins and gondolas together. Then fly it freely or watch it blow up in the sandbox!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #45 Wondee
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2016
Dev: Garret Polk
Windows
Fast arcade action! Race down lines chased by a wall of fire, eat Dots and evade Pointies.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #46 Cardinal Conclave
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2019
Dev: RoninGameDevPub: Jumpmen Gaming
Windows
In Cardinal Conclave you play as Kip! Battle aliens and fly through the air as your planet's last hope for survival.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #47 Secret of Harrow Manor
71% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #48 Toy-War: The Beginning
74% matchNo user reviews2018
Dev: DK Studio
Windows
Welcome to the fantasy war is you never seen Before!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #49 GRAY GROFA
59% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #50 Astroe
70% matchMixed65% of 20 reviews2017
Dev: Superstruct
Windows · Linux
Multiplayer player 2D space battle. Collect gold, team up and take over the other team's satellites.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #51 Corporate America
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Sam DeMinicoPub: Self Published
Windows
Corporate America is a fast paced multiplayer shooter, where you shoot emails to your coworkers in intense competitive matches online and off to see who is the best corporate shill.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #52 Weird creatures
71% 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 58%, Indie 42%
- #53 Potentia
69% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2017
Dev: Influx Interactive
Windows
A multiplayer sci-fi arena shooter with a heavy emphasis on verticality, meant for playing with friends. It combines fast paced quake-style action with unique and skill based weapons, resulting in a competitive and enjoyable experience.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #54 hack.88
65% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2019
Dev: Whomp! Studio
Windows
Master the challenging controls to swing from node to node, uncovering hidden patterns and avoiding enemies in this game inspired by classic action puzzle games. Hack through the 88 terminals of Waylife Bank to uncover the secrets of their illegal practices.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #55 GunFu Heroes
66% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: TheFifthWaffle
Windows
GunFu Heroes is a quick-paced, 2-4 local multiplayer party game where your goal is to be the last one standing. A variety of weapons introduce different styles of play while various fighters and maps keep the game feeling fresh.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #56 Binary Trigger
68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Iain KingPub: onelivesleft
Windows
Binary Trigger is a virtual reality precision wave shooter, with an emphasis on accuracy and speed. Competing for the highest score is the focus of the game, and you'll have to be quick and sharp if you want to keep your score multipliers high.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #57 TailzFromTheGrave
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: Peter Manfreda
Windows
You find yourself on a pet cementery with magic abilities such as a magic shot and shield fighting off countinues waves of zombie pets. Survive as many waves as you can and get your name on the global leaderboard!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%