- #1 Forts
97% matchVery Positive92% of 24,366 reviews2017
Dev: EarthWork Games
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 23.4 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 34.8%, Building 21.2%, Sandbox 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%, 2D 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on physics-based base building and structural destruction in a competitive multiplayer setting.
- #2 Soldat
96% matchVery Positive94% of 1,781 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 54.8%, Action 21%, Indie 14.3%, 2D 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers the closest high-speed, 2D physics-based multiplayer combat experience to King Arthur's Gold.
- #3 Teeworlds
96% matchVery Positive89% of 4,371 reviews2015
Dev: Teeworlds Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 7.2 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 47.9%, Platformer 9.8%, 2D 8.7%, Side Scroller 7.2%, Team-Based 7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D multiplayer platformer that emphasizes movement and team-based combat.
- #4 Besiege
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 52,104 reviews2020
Dev: Spiderling Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 19.1 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 31.9%, Building 23.1%, Medieval 21.2%, Sandbox 19.1%, Strategy 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: Centers on building complex medieval siege machines to destroy structures using realistic physics.
- #5 Cortex Command
94% matchMostly Positive72% of 6,051 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 50.5%, Sandbox 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Multiplayer 7.5%, 2D 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D physics-based action game with highly destructible terrain and tactical squad management.
- #6 Worms W.M.D
94% matchVery Positive85% of 13,982 reviews2016
Dev: Team17
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 60.9%, Strategy 8.9%, Funny 7.1%, Co-op 6.5%, Action 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features the quintessential 2D physics-based destruction and team-based tactical combat.
- #7 Duck Game
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 38,933 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 43.7%, Competitive 11.6% ★, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Fast-Paced 8.8%, Funny 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Provides chaotic, fast-paced 2D multiplayer platforming with a focus on physics and environmental interaction.
- #8 Miner Meltdown
92% 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 24.6%, Team-Based 15.3%, Zombies 8.3%, Platformer 7.5%, Side Scroller 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D team-based game that combines mining, building, and combat in destructible environments.
- #9 CastleStorm
91% matchVery Positive89% of 1,616 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 12.6%, Co-op 12.3%, Action 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: Combines medieval tower defense with physics-based projectile destruction.
- #10 Awesomenauts
90% matchVery Positive85% of 26,902 reviews2012
Dev: Ronimo GamesPub: Atari
Windows
Median: 7.0 hrsMean: 30.0 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 45.4%, Platformer 12%, Competitive 9.6% ★, Co-op 8.5%, 2D 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D MOBA that captures the team-based, platforming-action feel of KAG in a futuristic setting.
- #11 Broforce
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,389 reviews2015
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.1 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 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Platformer 10.4%, Side Scroller 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features side-scrolling action with heavy emphasis on environmental destruction and team-based chaos.
- #12 Medieval Engineers
89% matchMixed52% of 7,282 reviews2015
Dev: Keen Software House
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 16.8 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 medieval building and structural integrity with realistic physics simulations.
- #13 Of Guards And Thieves
88% 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 44.9%, Team-Based 15.7%, Co-op 10.4%, Sandbox 7.6%, Zombies 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: An asymmetric multiplayer game that emphasizes stealth and tactical team-based action.
- #14 Dig or Die
86% matchVery Positive90% of 4,268 reviews2018
Dev: Gaddy Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 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 27%, Multiplayer 25.1%, Building 15.2%, 2D 8.3%, Co-op 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D sandbox game that emphasizes building defensive structures to survive waves of enemies.
- #15 Terraria
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,511,859 reviews2011
Dev: Re-Logic
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 33.2 hrsMean: 149.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dig, fight, explore, build! Nothing is impossible in this action-packed adventure game. Four Pack also available!
Why similar: Multiplayer 31.5%, Sandbox 21.3%, Building 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Co-op 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D sandbox game that excels at combining building, mining, and combat against environmental threats.
- #16 Kingdom Two Crowns
85% matchVery Positive90% of 37,612 reviews2018
Dev: Stumpy🐙SquidPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.5 hrsMean: 18.6 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 28.7%, Building 23.7%, Medieval 20.3%, Co-op 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist medieval base-building game that focuses on defense and resource management.
- #17 8BitMMO
87% matchMixed60% of 4,325 reviews2015
Dev: Archive Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 23.4 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 24.8%, Sandbox 19.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, 2D 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A massively multiplayer sandbox game focused on collaborative building and community creation.
- #18 Noita
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 85,805 reviews2020
Dev: Nolla Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 29.2 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 34.2%, Pixel Graphics 26%, 2D 12.6%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Action 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Features incredibly detailed physics and environmental destruction where every pixel can be manipulated.
- #19 Hammerwatch
84% matchVery Positive89% of 6,479 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 31.7%, Co-op 24%, Pixel Graphics 21%, Action 8.7%, Indie 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op dungeon crawler that captures the pixel-art aesthetic and team-based action of KAG.
- #20 Magicite
84% matchVery Positive85% of 7,589 reviews2014
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 11.8 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 40.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Co-op 11%, Platformer 10.3%, 2D 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer roguelike that blends crafting, survival, and combat in a 2D world.
- #21 Barotrauma
80% matchVery Positive94% of 84,235 reviews2023
Dev: FakeFishPub: Daedalic Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 54.3 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 58.3%, Co-op 23.6%, 2D 8.9%, Strategy 4.3%, Action 4%
Why You'll Like It: A team-based game where structural integrity and physics play a major role in survival.
- #22 Starbound
82% matchVery Positive90% of 122,901 reviews2016
Dev: Chucklefish
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 17.2 hrsMean: 64.1 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 28.6%, Sandbox 25.1%, Building 16%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Co-op 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D sandbox game with extensive building, crafting, and combat mechanics.
- #23 Cubic Castles
82% matchMostly Positive74% of 4,272 reviews2014
Dev: Cosmic Cow LLC
Windows
Median: 42 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 29.8%, Sandbox 20.4%, Co-op 5.4%, Action 2%
Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer sandbox game that allows for creative building and social interaction.
- #24 Blockland
81% matchMostly Positive73% of 5,537 reviews2013
Dev: Eric HartmanPub: Step 1 Games LLC
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 21.7 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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 33.5%, Sandbox 24.3%, Building 22.6%, Co-op 5%, Zombies 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: A physics-based sandbox game that focuses on building and multiplayer interaction.
- #25 Castle Story
81% matchMixed65% of 10,510 reviews2017
Dev: Sauropod Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Castle Story is a creative voxel-based strategy game in which you can build castles one brick at a time using an army of little creatures called Bricktrons. Design and build your own castles, expand your territory in a vast landscape and defend your Bricktrons against onslaughts of hostile creatures.
Why similar: Building 32.2%, Multiplayer 28.8%, Sandbox 22.1%, Strategy 7.4%, Co-op 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A strategy game where players build castles and defend them using physics-based mechanics.
- #26 The Expendabros
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 18,239 reviews2014
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.6 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 39.9%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Co-op 10.3%, 2D 8.3%, Action 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced 2D action game featuring destructible environments and intense combat.
- #27 Warriors & Castles
79% matchMixed69% of 68 reviews2015
Dev: Estudio Raed Wulf
Windows · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 6.4 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 58.1%, Medieval 20.5%, Action 12%, Indie 8.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented game that focuses on medieval team-based combat and base defense.
- #28 Hero Siege
78% matchMixed68% of 45,134 reviews2014
Dev: Panic Art Studios Ltd
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 23.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Hero Siege is a fast paced Pixel Art ARPG featuring an expansive roster of unique classes, deep build experimentation, and a player driven economy.
Why similar: Multiplayer 45.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.4%, Co-op 15.4%, 2D 7.9%, Action 6%
Why You'll Like It: A pixel-art action RPG that features wave-based combat and character progression.
- #29 Idle Sand Castle
78% matchMostly Negative40% of 85 reviews2022
Dev: Oleh Baziv
Windows
Build the castle of your dreams
Why similar: Platformer 42.2%, Building 35.5%, 2D 20.2%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #30 Boring Man - Online Tactical Stickman Combat
77% matchVery Positive88% of 5,455 reviews2015
Dev: Spasman Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 7.1 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 24.9%, Competitive 20.5% ★, Side Scroller 10%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Co-op 7.8%
- #31 Tomb Rumble
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 280 reviews2021
Dev: Atelier 801
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 26%
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 38.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, Co-op 10.7%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Platformer 10.2%
- #32 Pixel Piracy
77% 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 49.7%, Side Scroller 22.8%, Pixel Graphics 19.4%, Action 8.2%
- #33 The Ultimatest Battle
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 510 reviews2017
Dev: Ediogames
Windows · Mac
Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 35%
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 31.7%, Team-Based 17%, Co-op 8.9%, Action 8.3%, 2D 8.1%
- #34 King of the Hat
71% matchVery Positive98% of 173 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 31.5%, Competitive 20% ★, Fast-Paced 15.3%, Co-op 8%, Platformer 7.9%
- #35 UnEpic
74% matchVery Positive91% of 8,120 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%, Co-op 10.4%, 2D 9.5%, Action 9.2%
- #36 Hunger Dungeon
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,270 reviews2016
Dev: No Stuck Game Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 21%
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 22.7% ★, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Co-op 10.7%, 2D 5.7%
- #37 King of Crabs
70% matchMostly Positive79% of 9,053 reviews2023
Dev: Robot Squid
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Battle Royale with crabs! Intense multiplayer action, with up to 100 players! Scrap, scavenge and slaughter your way to becoming the King of Crabs!
Why similar: Funny 59.5%, Action 40.5%
- #38 Dungeon Defenders
73% matchVery Positive93% of 18,745 reviews2011
Dev: Chromatic Games
Windows
Median: 9.2 hrsMean: 42.0 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 4.5%
- #39 Dwarfs - F2P
74% matchVery Positive86% of 1,692 reviews2012
Dev: Power of 2Pub: Tripwire Interactive
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.6 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 28.3%, Strategy 24.1%, Sandbox 21.6%, Indie 13.4%, 2D 9.7%
- #40 Kingdom: Classic
73% matchVery Positive91% of 22,529 reviews2015
Dev: NoioPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Kingdom is a 2D sidescrolling strategy/resource management hybrid with a minimalist feel wrapped in a beautiful, modern pixel art aesthetic.
Why similar: Building 42%, Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Strategy 15.3%, 2D 12.7%, Indie 4.9%
- #41 Roguelands
73% matchVery Positive80% of 3,731 reviews2016
Dev: Sean YoungPub: SmashGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 16.3 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 13.8%, Co-op 12.1%, 2D 7.7%, Platformer 6.7%
- #42 BRAIN / OUT
72% matchVery Positive82% of 15,327 reviews2017
Dev: Desertkun
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 25.4 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 49.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, 2D 12.8%, Action 5.8%, Platformer 5.6%
- #43 Royal Revolt II
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 385 reviews2021
Dev: Flaregames
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 54%
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 39.3%, Medieval 27.3%, Strategy 11.9%, Action 11.3%, Funny 10.2%
- #44 Cards and Castles Ultimate
65% matchMostly Positive78% of 74 reviews2026
Dev: Red Team Games
Windows · Mac
Collectible cards meets tactical strategy! Build decks, uncover crazy combos, and battle friends and rivals in TACTICAL CARD-BOARD COMBAT. Bring your cards to life and dominate the grid!
Why similar: Multiplayer 50.7%, Medieval 28.2%, Funny 10.5%, 2D 6%, Strategy 4.6%
- #45 CS2D
69% matchVery Positive90% of 10,328 reviews2017
Dev: Unreal Software
Windows · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 16.3 hrs≥1hr: 35%
CS2D is a free fast-paced top-down multiplayer shooter. Featuring many different game modes, a built-in map editor and much more.
Why similar: Multiplayer 52.7%, 2D 15.5%, Action 6.9%, Zombies 6.9%, Competitive 4.8% ★
- #46 The Sandbox Evolution - Craft a 2D Pixel Universe!
72% matchMixed42% of 1,512 reviews2016
Dev: PIXOWL INC.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 43%
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 34%, Multiplayer 25.7%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, 2D 9.4%, Platformer 6.6%
- #47 Superfighters Deluxe
68% matchVery Positive89% of 3,466 reviews2018
Dev: MythoLogic Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 20.6 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 14.9%, Platformer 8.4%, 2D 8.2%, Action 7.6%
- #48 Wizards
68% matchVery Positive88% of 434 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 34.1% ★, Multiplayer 27.1%, Side Scroller 12%, 2D 6.5%, Strategy 6.3%
- #49 Risk of Rain (2013)
68% matchVery Positive93% of 29,779 reviews2013
Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Risk of Rain is an action platformer with roguelike elements. With permanent death as a primary feature, players will have to play their best to get as far as possible. Fight on a mysterious planet with randomly spawning enemies and bosses, either alone or with 3 friends in online co-op.
Why similar: Multiplayer 25%, Platformer 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, Co-op 13.1%, Action 8.6%
- #50 Medieval Machines Builder
65% matchMostly Positive80% of 113 reviews2024
Dev: FreeMind S.A.Pub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Medieval - times of constant sieges. Acquire plans, gather resources, create most powerful and destructive machines and then test them in battle. Thanks to your creations you will conquer more than one castle. The knights wage wars, but thanks to your machines they win them.
Why similar: Medieval 29.5%, Building 27.5%, Sandbox 22.6%, Funny 8.2%, Action 6.8%
- #51 Kingdom: New Lands
67% matchVery Positive86% of 12,165 reviews2016
Dev: NoioPub: Raw Fury
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Kingdom: New Lands builds upon the award-winning gameplay and mystery of Kingdom by introducing an abundance of new content to the IGF-nominated title while maintaining the simplicity and depth that legions of monarchs have come to experience and enjoy.
Why similar: Building 33.8%, Medieval 24%, Side Scroller 18%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Strategy 7.6%
- #52 Dungeon Defenders II
67% matchMostly Positive77% of 22,057 reviews2017
Dev: Chromatic Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 21.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Dungeon Defenders II is a cooperative Action Tower Defense game packed with roleplaying elements like loot, leveling, and pets.
Why similar: Multiplayer 54.3%, Team-Based 24.1%, Building 20%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #53 Holodrive
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,233 reviews2021
Dev: BitCake StudioPub: Versus Evil
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A fast-paced multiplayer shooter where you customize your robot, zoom around with a jetpack, and battle with various weapons. Master the arenas, surprise your enemies, and enjoy the nonstop action!
Why similar: Multiplayer 61.7%, Platformer 12.5%, 2D 9.5%, Action 9%, Indie 7.3%
- #54 Castle Crashers®
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 136,432 reviews2012
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 16.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!
Why similar: Multiplayer 38.6%, Co-op 18.6%, Medieval 15.4%, 2D 10.4%, Funny 10.3%