- #1 Forts
97% matchVery Positive92% of 25,292 reviews2017
Dev: EarthWork Games
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 23.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Unleash your creativity and strategic prowess in Forts, the exhilarating physics-based RTS! Design, construct, and customize imposing fortresses, bristling with devastating firepower, and blast your opponent’s buildings to rubble!
Why similar: Multiplayer 35.1%, Building 21.3%, Sandbox 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, 2D 5%
Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the core loop of building fortified structures and using physics-based weaponry to dismantle your opponent's base.
- #2 Teeworlds
96% matchVery Positive89% of 4,371 reviews2015
Dev: Teeworlds Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Teeworlds is a free online multiplayer game, available for all major operating systems. Battle with up to 16 players in a variety of game modes, including Team Deathmatch and Capture The Flag. You can even design your own maps!
Why similar: Multiplayer 47.7%, Platformer 10.1%, 2D 8.4%, Side Scroller 7.4%, Team-Based 7%
Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced 2D multiplayer shooter shares the same retro aesthetic and high-skill movement mechanics found in King Arthur's Gold.
- #3 Cortex Command
96% matchMostly Positive72% of 6,052 reviews2012
Dev: Data RealmsPub: Data Realms, LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Choose between different factions, with their own set of expendable soldiers, mechas, and weapons. Protect your brain, mine gold, and destroy the enemy cortex in his bunker complex!
Why similar: Strategy 50%, Sandbox 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Multiplayer 7.5%, 2D 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D physics-based game where team-based combat and destructible terrain are central to the gameplay experience.
- #4 Worms W.M.D
95% matchVery Positive85% of 14,874 reviews2016
Dev: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The worms are back in their most destructive game yet. With a gorgeous, hand-drawn 2D look, brand new weapons, the introduction of crafting, vehicles and buildings plus the return of some much-loved classic weapons and gameplay, Worms W.M.D is the best worms experience ever.
Why similar: Multiplayer 61%, Strategy 8.7%, Funny 7.1%, Action 6.5%, Co-op 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: It features the same 2D turn-based destruction and physics-heavy combat that makes collapsing enemy structures so rewarding.
- #5 Duck Game
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 39,044 reviews2015
Dev: Landon PodbielskiPub: CORPTRON GAMES CORP.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Enter the futuristic year of 1984, an age where ducks run wild in a frantic battle for glory. Blast your friends with Shotguns, Net Guns, Mind Control Rays, Saxophones, Magnet Guns, and much, much more. This is DUCK GAME. Don't blink.
Why similar: Multiplayer 43.6%, Competitive 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Fast-Paced 8.9%, Funny 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: It offers chaotic, physics-driven 2D multiplayer combat that prioritizes quick reflexes and environmental interaction.
- #6 Besiege
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 53,170 reviews2020
Dev: Spiderling Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Besiege is a physics building game about constructing medieval machines to annihilate armies, obliterate castles and overcome challenging obstacles. Conquer the campaign or skirmish with friends in Multiplayer!
Why similar: Multiplayer 32.1%, Building 23.2%, Medieval 21.1%, Sandbox 19%, Strategy 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: While single-player focused, it is the ultimate sandbox for building medieval siege engines and testing them against destructible structures.
- #7 Soldat
93% matchVery Positive94% of 1,790 reviews2020
Dev: Transhuman Design
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Soldat is a unique 2D (side-view) multiplayer action game. Soldiers fight against each other in 2D battle arenas using a deadly arsenal of military weapons, across 7 default game modes.
Why similar: Multiplayer 55%, Action 21.4%, Indie 14%, 2D 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A legendary 2D side-scrolling shooter that focuses on intense, fast-paced multiplayer team battles.
- #8 Superfighters Deluxe
92% matchVery Positive89% of 3,572 reviews2018
Dev: MythoLogic Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Superfighters Deluxe is a unique action game that combines brawling, shooting and platforming in dynamic sandboxy 2D levels. Lots of weapons and fun gameplay systems interlock to create absurd action-movie chaos.
Why similar: Multiplayer 44.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.6%, Platformer 8.7%, 2D 8.1%, Action 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: This game excels at providing chaotic, physics-based 2D brawls with a high level of environmental interactivity.
- #9 Miner Meltdown
91% matchMostly Positive76% of 140 reviews2017
Dev: Mighty Pebble Games IncPub: Throwback Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Miner Meltdown is an action-packed team-based multiplayer game. Scour the map for minerals, upgrade your gear, and attempt to blow up the opposing team all the while avoiding monsters, traps, and environmental pitfalls along the way.
Why similar: Multiplayer 24.4%, Team-Based 15.2%, Zombies 8.4%, Platformer 7.7%, Side Scroller 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D multiplayer action game that heavily emphasizes mining, building, and team-based combat in destructible arenas.
- #10 CastleStorm
91% matchVery Positive89% of 1,631 reviews2013
Dev: Zen Studios
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Welcome to the world of CastleStorm, a super genre mashup of 2D physics destruction mashed with tower defense brawler! CastleStorm was born out of the fond childhood memory of building and destroying LEGO castles.
Why similar: Multiplayer 25.4%, Medieval 18.6%, Funny 12.7%, Co-op 12.2%, Action 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines tower defense with physics-based destruction, allowing players to build castles and launch projectiles at enemy fortifications.
- #11 Boring Man - Online Tactical Stickman Combat
90% matchVery Positive88% of 5,455 reviews2015
Dev: Spasman Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Battle other 2D stickfigures online while jumping around like a lunatic and getting blown up into smithereens. With over 70 weapons, Boring Man is the most chaotic and hilarious 2D online shooter on the internet.
Why similar: Multiplayer 24.7%, Competitive 20.7%, Side Scroller 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Co-op 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A frantic 2D shooter that captures the same raw, competitive multiplayer energy as King Arthur's Gold.
- #12 Awesomenauts
89% matchVery Positive85% of 26,902 reviews2012
Dev: Ronimo GamesPub: Atari
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 29.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Use your power, show your might! Play this Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) game! AWESOMENAUTS combines 2D platforming with team-based strategy and hero based action. Whether you are a new recruit or an intergalactic legend, play AWESOMENAUTS!
Why similar: Multiplayer 45.2%, Platformer 12.4%, Competitive 9.8%, Co-op 8.4%, 2D 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D MOBA that features team-based strategy and platforming elements, mirroring the class-based combat of the seed game.
- #13 Noita
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,532 reviews2020
Dev: Nolla Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 29.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Noita is a magical action roguelite set in a world where every pixel is physically simulated. Fight, explore, melt, burn, freeze and evaporate your way through the procedurally generated world using spells you've created yourself.
Why similar: Sandbox 34.4%, Pixel Graphics 25.8%, 2D 12.4%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: Every pixel in this game is simulated, offering unparalleled levels of environmental destruction and physics-based chaos.
- #14 Of Guards And Thieves
89% matchVery Positive85% of 4,329 reviews2014
Dev: Subvert Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Of Guards and Thieves is a multiplayer stealth game in which high-powered guards face off against fast and elusive thieves in a contest of wits. Outsmarting the enemy and shooting your way through to the goal are equally valid strategies. Simple rules, emergent gameplay and high replayability.
Why similar: Multiplayer 44.8%, Team-Based 15.6%, Co-op 10.3%, Sandbox 7.6%, Zombies 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A team-based multiplayer game that emphasizes stealth and tactical action in 2D environments.
- #15 Hammerwatch
86% matchVery Positive89% of 6,511 reviews2013
Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment. Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch. Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles.
Why similar: Multiplayer 31.8%, Co-op 23.9%, Pixel Graphics 20.9%, Action 9%, Indie 8%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op dungeon crawler that shares the pixel-art aesthetic and team-oriented gameplay of the seed game.
- #16 Terraria
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,548,448 reviews2011
Dev: Re-Logic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 33.8 hrsMean: 151.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!
Why similar: Multiplayer 31.6%, Sandbox 21.2%, Building 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Co-op 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: It provides the definitive 2D building and exploration experience, sharing the pixel-art style and sandbox freedom of the seed game.
- #17 Barotrauma
83% matchVery Positive94% of 89,315 reviews2023
Dev: FakeFishPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 9.0 hrsMean: 56.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Barotrauma is a 2D co-op submarine simulator – in space, with survival horror and RPG elements. Steer your submarine, complete missions, fight monsters, fix leaks, operate machinery, man the guns and craft items, and stay alert: danger in Barotrauma doesn’t announce itself!
Why similar: Multiplayer 58.5%, Co-op 23.5%, 2D 8.7%, Strategy 4.3%, Action 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game features complex submarine building and maintenance, where structural integrity and physics play a vital role in multiplayer survival.
- #18 8BitMMO
86% matchMixed60% of 4,325 reviews2015
Dev: Archive Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 23.5 hrs≥1hr: 33%
8BitMMO is a retro-style 2D massively multiplayer game! It's a giant construction sandbox -- you can build a home or a castle in a persistent streaming world. Found and manage your own city. Fight evil LawyerCats and engage in Player vs Player battle.
Why similar: Multiplayer 27%, Building 25%, Sandbox 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, 2D 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A massive sandbox world where building and community interaction are the primary focus.
- #19 Magicite
84% matchVery Positive85% of 7,591 reviews2014
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Explore, craft, and survive in this Multiplayer RPG Platformer with permanent death! Featuring many Rogue-like elements, Magicite randomly generates each underground dungeon for you and your friends to delve deep into.
Why similar: Multiplayer 40.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Co-op 10.9%, Platformer 10.6%, 2D 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D roguelike that features crafting and survival elements, appealing to fans of the resource-gathering aspects of the seed game.
- #20 Starbound
82% matchVery Positive90% of 123,281 reviews2016
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 17.0 hrsMean: 64.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%
You’ve fled your home, only to find yourself lost in space with a damaged ship. Your only option is to beam down to the planet below, repair your ship and set off to explore the universe...
Why similar: Multiplayer 28.7%, Sandbox 25%, Building 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Co-op 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: An expansive 2D sandbox game that allows for deep building and exploration in a sci-fi setting.
- #21 Broforce
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,959 reviews2015
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.
Why similar: Multiplayer 31.5%, Co-op 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Platformer 10.7%, Side Scroller 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane 2D action game where almost every part of the environment is destructible, providing a very satisfying sense of impact.
- #22 Stick Fight: The Game
81% matchVery Positive93% of 125,281 reviews2017
Dev: Landfall WestPub: Landfall
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Stick Fight is a physics-based couch/online fighting game where you battle it out as the iconic stick figures from the golden age of the internet.
Why similar: Multiplayer 68.5%, Funny 11.4%, Co-op 6%, Action 5.5%, 2D 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: It utilizes hilarious physics-based combat in destructible 2D environments, making it a great fit for fans of chaotic multiplayer.
- #23 Medieval Engineers
84% matchMixed52% of 7,324 reviews2015
Dev: Keen Software House
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Medieval Engineers is a sandbox game about engineering, construction and the maintenance of architectural works and mechanical equipment using medieval technology. Players build castles; construct mechanical devices and underground mining. There is an entire planet to explore!
Why similar: Building 26.1%, Multiplayer 25.1%, Medieval 20.6%, Sandbox 18.4%, Co-op 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the engineering and construction aspects of medieval warfare with realistic physics and structural integrity.
- #24 Cubic Castles
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,277 reviews2014
Dev: Raptisoft
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Your blocks, your castle, your world! Build anything you can dream up and explore with other players! Cubic Castles is a mini-MMO that combines the best of block-building and 3D platform action! Create fantastic parkour challenges, explore worlds made by other players, or even make friend!
Why similar: Multiplayer 39.6%, Building 29.9%, Sandbox 20.3%, Co-op 5.4%, Action 2%
Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer sandbox game that emphasizes building and creative freedom in a blocky 3D environment.
- #25 Stronghold HD (2012)
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 10,431 reviews2013
Dev: Firefly Studios
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The original castle sim, Stronghold HD allows you to design, build and destroy historical castles. Engage in medieval warfare against the AI in one of two single player campaigns or online with up to 8 players.
Why similar: Building 30.8%, Medieval 28%, Sandbox 24.6%, Strategy 6.5%, 2D 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: The quintessential medieval castle-building and siege-warfare strategy game.
- #26 Super Crate Box
79% matchVery Positive89% of 6,461 reviews2012
Dev: Vlambeer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 40.3 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Vlambeer's SUPER CRATE BOX is coming to bring back the glory of the golden arcade age, when all that really mattered was getting on that high score list. Grab your baseball cap and loosen your pants, it's time to fight endless hordes of enemies and collect every weapon crate you can.
Why similar: Multiplayer 31%, Platformer 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 17%, 2D 9%, Action 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D platformer that focuses on pure action and high-score chasing.
- #27 Pixel Piracy
80% matchMixed65% of 7,360 reviews2014
Dev: Vitali Kirpu
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Embark on an epic 2D pirate simulator RPG adventure, where you navigate both land and sea. Upgrade your ship, recruit and level up your crew, and uncover hidden treasures as you become a legendary pirate.
Why similar: Sandbox 49.2%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Action 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox game that allows for ship building and crew management in a 2D side-scrolling world.
- #28 Blockland
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 5,537 reviews2013
Dev: Eric HartmanPub: Step 1 Games LLC
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 21.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Blockland is a non-linear sandbox game with no set goals, giving players the freedom to design and construct elaborate structures. Styled as a tiny minifigure, players build inside of the virtual world using bricks reminiscent of toy blocks.
Why similar: Multiplayer 33.4%, Sandbox 24.2%, Building 22.6%, Co-op 5%, Zombies 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox game that focuses on building and multiplayer interaction within a block-based world.
- #29 Tomb Rumble
76% matchMostly Positive73% of 280 reviews2021
Dev: Atelier 801
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Tomb Rumble is a pixel art MMO platformer, where adventurers compete to retreive ancient treasures in lost temples, cursed ruins and more. Push other players into deadly traps to be the first to escape !... or be the one to fall in a lava pit.
Why similar: Multiplayer 38%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, Co-op 10.6%, Platformer 10.5%, 2D Platformer 10.3%
- #30 Warriors & Castles
78% matchMixed69% of 68 reviews2015
Dev: Estudio Raed Wulf
Windows · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 25%
When a kingdom and an empire collide, the best warriors are called to battle. Join the mighty Kingdom or the glorious Empire and conquer your enemies. A team-based, 3rd person action shooter with cartoon styled, fantasy themed backgrounds. 3 classes to choose from, each with its unique set of skills.
Why similar: Multiplayer 58%, Medieval 20.4%, Action 12.4%, Indie 8.2%, Singleplayer 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: Directly focuses on the medieval theme and team-based combat mechanics found in King Arthur's Gold.
- #31 Idle Sand Castle
77% matchMostly Negative40% of 86 reviews2022
Dev: Oleh Baziv
Windows
Build the castle of your dreams
Why similar: Platformer 43.1%, Building 35.3%, 2D 19.5%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #32 King of the Hat
74% matchVery Positive97% of 175 reviews2023
Dev: Hat Games
Windows · Mac
A 2D party platformer where you fight with a hat! Throw your hat to attack, defend and bait opponents. But watch out! If someone jumps on your hat... you die!
Why similar: Multiplayer 31.3%, Competitive 20.2%, Fast-Paced 15.4%, Platformer 8.1%, Co-op 7.8%
- #33 The Ultimatest Battle
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 510 reviews2017
Dev: Ediogames
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 34%
The Ultimatest Battle is a real-time, 2D platform game in which two teams compete in different game modes with an almost completely destructible environment. UB is a true Free-to-Play, absolutely no Pay-to-Win.
Why similar: Multiplayer 31.5%, Team-Based 16.9%, Co-op 8.8%, Action 8.5%, Platformer 8.3%
- #34 Roguelands
75% matchVery Positive80% of 3,732 reviews2016
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Embark on an epic journey in this hardcore Multiplayer RPG! As a Galactic Cadet, you and your Combat Squad of friends must brave hostile worlds in search of valuable loot and resources. Craft powerful gear, slay otherworldly creatures, and save the galaxy.
Why similar: Multiplayer 45.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Co-op 11.9%, 2D 7.5%, Platformer 6.9%
- #35 Cards and Castles Ultimate
70% matchVery Positive82% of 104 reviews2026
Dev: Red Team Games
Windows · Mac
Collectible cards meets tactical strategy! Collect cards, build decks, and challenge players head to head on a Tactical Game Board. Play as Vikings, Pirates, Ninjas and more!
Why similar: Multiplayer 50.8%, Medieval 28.2%, Funny 10.6%, 2D 5.9%, Strategy 4.5%
- #36 BRAIN / OUT
74% matchVery Positive82% of 15,327 reviews2017
Dev: Desertkun
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 25.3 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Brain / Out is a multiplayer shooter with a nostalgic post-Soviet feel. Experience dynamic battles and exterminate your enemies with a large arsenal of modern weaponry. Lock'n'load!
Why similar: Multiplayer 49%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, 2D 12.5%, Action 6%, Platformer 5.8%
- #37 Hunger Dungeon
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,270 reviews2016
Dev: No Stuck Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 22%
Hunger Dungeon is a 1-6 player round-based Multiplayer Online Battle Arena game with a special pixel art style. Battle with more than 12 unique characters in fast-paced Free-for-All and Team Deathmatch rounds. Or take on the challenging Dragon Mode - the exciting first PvE mode!
Why similar: Multiplayer 36%, Competitive 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Co-op 10.6%, 2D 5.6%
- #38 UnEpic
73% matchVery Positive91% of 8,178 reviews2014
Dev: @unepic_franPub: Unepic Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Daniel was just an average guy. He was a great videogame player, a big fan of sci-fi movies, and a novice RPG player. In the midst of an RPG, he was teleported to a castle. At first, Daniel believed that he was having a massive hallucination.
Why similar: Multiplayer 24.7%, Platformer 20.5%, Co-op 10.3%, Action 9.4%, 2D 9.2%
- #39 The Expendabros
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 18,261 reviews2014
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 52%
The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.
Why similar: Multiplayer 39.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Co-op 10.3%, Action 8.3%, 2D 8.1%
- #40 Kingdom Two Crowns
71% matchVery Positive90% of 39,408 reviews2018
Dev: Fury StudiosPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Gather coins, build defenses and reclaim your fallen Kingdom. Explore and uncover secrets, unlock new technologies and protect your crown versus waves of Greed monsters that come at night. Kingdom is a solo or co-op micro-strategy and tower defense game set in an atmospheric pixel world.
Why similar: Multiplayer 28.9%, Building 23.7%, Medieval 20.1%, Co-op 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #41 Dig or Die
72% matchVery Positive90% of 4,284 reviews2018
Dev: Gaddy Games
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Crash land on a hostile planet where you'll have to build the strongest defenses if you wish to live to escape from it. But be warned... this planet is merciless. Build strong, and smart; else physics may flood or destroy your only hopes of survival.
Why similar: Sandbox 26.9%, Multiplayer 25.2%, Building 15.3%, 2D 8.2%, Co-op 7.6%
- #42 Royal Revolt II
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 418 reviews2021
Dev: Flaregames
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 18.7 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Royal Revolt 2 is an asynchronous PvP Reverse Tower Defense game full of medieval magic and action-laden battles.Can you set up your defenses so other Kings and Queens can't crash your castle gates? We're throwing down the gauntlet. Will you pick it up?
Why similar: Multiplayer 39.2%, Medieval 27.2%, Strategy 11.7%, Action 11.7%, Funny 10.2%
- #43 The Sandbox Evolution - Craft a 2D Pixel Universe!
73% matchMixed42% of 1,516 reviews2016
Dev: PIXOWL INC.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Use your godly powers to craft amazing pixel worlds or destroy the universe! Play with physics, over 200 elements and controllable heroes. Make your own games or levels, and then share your creations online. There are no limits to your creativity and imagination!
Why similar: Sandbox 33.9%, Multiplayer 25.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, 2D 9.2%, Platformer 6.9%
- #44 Wizards
69% matchVery Positive88% of 441 reviews2021
Dev: Tyler
Windows · Mac · Linux
Artillery tactics games are back! Grab some friends and get ready for an all out Wizard war! Create your own way of play with tons of unique spells to choose from. With randomly generated terrain and unlimited combinations, you'll never know what will happen next. Completely free to play.
Why similar: Competitive 34.4%, Multiplayer 26.9%, Side Scroller 12.3%, 2D 6.3%, Strategy 6.1%
- #45 Craft The World
69% matchVery Positive88% of 17,055 reviews2014
Dev: Dekovir EntertainmentPub: Dekovir Ltd
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 38.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Craft The World is a unique sandbox strategy game, the mix of Dungeon Keeper, Terraria and Dwarf Fortress. Explore a random generated world populated by dangerous creatures, build a dwarf fortress, gather resources, and craft all the items, weapons, and armor you need.
Why similar: Building 36.1%, Sandbox 29.1%, Multiplayer 22.2%, Strategy 4.9%, 2D 4.3%
- #46 Gnomoria
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,539 reviews2016
Dev: Robotronic Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Gnomoria is a sandbox village management game where you help lead a small group of gnomes, who have set out on their own, to thrive into a bustling kingdom! Anything you see can be broken down and rebuilt elsewhere.
Why similar: Sandbox 40.5%, Building 34.4%, Strategy 10.2%, Indie 5.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
- #47 Wheelchair Wizards
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,282 reviews2025
Dev: chromatophore games
Windows · Mac
Wheelchair Wizards is a 2-8 player party game where you battle your friends while upgrading your wizard.
Why similar: Multiplayer 27.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.4%, Funny 14.2%, 2D 12.5%, 2D Platformer 9.9%
- #48 Kingdom Wars
70% matchMixed67% of 2,800 reviews2013
Dev: Reverie World Studios
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Kingdom Wars is a free to play 3D MMORTS with real-time siege combat, without the pay to win element so common in the genre. Kingdom Wars offers beautiful 3D online world, where players construct strongholds, direct citizens, complete quests and eventually manage a global empire.
Why similar: Multiplayer 26.5%, Medieval 22.7%, Building 22.2%, Strategy 12.9%, Co-op 5.1%
- #49 SYNTHETIK: Arena
67% matchVery Positive90% of 2,344 reviews2019
Dev: Flow Fire Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Face the varied challenges of the Machine God Zir in ARENA, a standalone expansion for Synthetik: Legion Rising! Leverage the next level in gun-play and experiment with powerful tech in varied action packed Arenas!
Why similar: Multiplayer 59.4%, Co-op 21.9%, Action 11.1%, Indie 5.3%, 2D 1.9%
- #50 Istrolid
67% matchVery Positive87% of 2,693 reviews2016
Dev: treeform
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%
In Istrolid you design your own unique spaceships from a large number of parts to fit your strategy and play style. With no set units or factions you are free to create a fleet where each ship has its own balanced strengths and weaknesses, from basic fighters and bombers to hulking battleships and speedy destroyers.
Why similar: Multiplayer 36%, Building 33.8%, Sandbox 12.3%, Strategy 7.5%, 2D 3.9%
- #51 Dungeon Defenders
67% matchVery Positive93% of 18,979 reviews2011
Dev: Chromatic Games
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 42.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Create a hero from one of four classes to save Etheria in this 4-player coop Tower Defense Action-RPG. Includes Steam exclusive Portal gun & TF2 familiars!
Why similar: Multiplayer 47.7%, Team-Based 21.6%, Building 18.6%, Funny 5.8%, Strategy 4.4%
- #52 Edge of Space
71% matchMostly Negative33% of 2,729 reviews2015
Dev: Handyman StudiosPub: Reverb Triple XP
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Suit up as an operative of the Ark Corporation, sent to the farthest reaches of the universe in search of habitable planets to terraform. However, after the long space journey you awaken from cryosleep to find that your ship has gone way off course and is disabled near a strange new world.
Why similar: Sandbox 28.9%, Multiplayer 24.1%, Building 11.3%, Co-op 6.5%, 2D 6.2%
- #53 Planet Centauri
63% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,387 reviews2024
Dev: Permadeath
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Dive into an epic adventure alone or with friends! Explore hidden dungeons, capture and tame fearsome monsters, build and defend your village. Craft powerful weapons, master magical spells, and transform an planet into the cradle of a new civilization!
Why similar: Multiplayer 26.1%, Sandbox 16.5%, Building 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Side Scroller 8.5%
- #54 Dwarfs - F2P
68% matchVery Positive86% of 1,693 reviews2012
Dev: Power of 2Pub: Tripwire Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Dwarfs!? is an addictive, fast paced arcade-like experience, with plenty of difficulty levels and game modes, in the tradition of great games such as “Lemmings” and “Dwarf Fortress”.
Why similar: Multiplayer 28.5%, Strategy 24%, Sandbox 21.7%, Indie 13.4%, 2D 9.6%
- #55 Pirates Vikings & Knights II
67% matchVery Positive88% of 6,320 reviews2010
Dev: Octoshark Studios
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Step into the ultimate three-way war for honor, glory, and gold! This beloved community-driven game brings together swashbuckling Pirates, battle-hardened Vikings, and chivalrous Knights in hilarious and intense class-based combat. Join the fun, embrace the chaos, and fight your way to victory!
Why similar: Multiplayer 49.7%, Medieval 26.3%, Fast-Paced 8.4%, Action 6.8%, Funny 5.7%
- #56 Fall of the stick knights
63% matchVery Positive84% of 112 reviews2025
Dev: TerraDevlog
Windows
Fall of the stick knights is based on physics-controlled characters to play with friends up to 4 people. The game features has skin customization, nice fun hook mechanic and the clumsy characters, providing a lot of fun.
Why similar: Medieval 38.8%, Pixel Graphics 22.4%, 2D 11.2%, Platformer 10.8%, 2D Platformer 9%