
Loopback is an arcade-style scrolling shooter game where you will battle through waves of enemies, fight unique bosses, and build new weapons as you complete the loop.
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Loopback is an arcade-style scrolling shooter game where you will battle through waves of enemies, fight unique bosses, and build new weapons as you complete the loop.

Highlighters: Cosmic Puzzle Action
Highlighters is a fast-paced, match-4, action puzzler inspired by the likes of Tetris Attack and Puzzle Fighter, prioritizing quick thinking and quick thumbs. Featuring stylish pixel art, addictive gameplay, and out-of-this-world music!

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Survive and lead the score. Swarmed by ghosts, you have to do whatever it takes to survive and it is not going to be an easy task. Lead your way as Bit, earn experience, spend points on upgrades and survive!
Highlighters is a fast-paced, match-4, action puzzler inspired by the likes of Tetris Attack and Puzzle Fighter, prioritizing quick thinking and quick thumbs. Featuring stylish pixel art, addictive gameplay, and out-of-this-world music!
Why similar: 8-bit Music 61.4% ★, Arcade 11.8%, Retro 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, 2D 4.6%
Survive and lead the score. Swarmed by ghosts, you have to do whatever it takes to survive and it is not going to be an easy task. Lead your way as Bit, earn experience, spend points on upgrades and survive!
Why similar: 8-bit Music 50.5% ★, Action Roguelike 33%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Action 4.4%, Indie 1.6%
A synthetic race has come to your planet to steal your technology, And you have to fight them off. Fight off the Tecroroid invasion as they sent wave after wave of enemies to the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.1%, Retro 20.5%, Arcade 20.5%, 2D 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%
Mysterious Space is a rogue-like side-scrolling action space shooter. Explore alien worlds for the fuel and equipment you'll need to survive the mysterious Sector ZZ-Omega-9...
Why similar: Action Roguelike 42.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Local Co-Op 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Indie 6.2%
In a world where humans are used as power supplies, only one man has the will to change it all! Iro Hero is a sci-fi adventure with beautiful pixel art graphics inspired by many old-school classics. Staged across 9 action-packed levels, Iro Hero features a unique and fresh four-color polarity system, with interactive elements, puzzles,...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Retro 19.8%, Arcade 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, 2D 7.4%
The sequel to the speed-and-destruction shmup "Raging Blasters" is here! It's called "Raging Blasters 2." This is an arcade-style vertical scrolling shmup in which players control a fighter jet and battle various enemies in outer space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.1%, Arcade 18.2%, Local Co-Op 12.3%, Retro 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
The Citizen Kane of Super Crate Box clones - dance with death through randomised rooms to clear your space freighter of irradiated aliens in a brutal arcade platformer shooter stuffed to the brim with unlockable weapons, explosives, special abilities and defense moves.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.2%, Local Co-Op 20.1%, Retro 9.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Arcade 8.7%
Aqua Kitty is a fast paced retro styled submarine arcade shooter with optional 2 player local Co-op.Blast through hordes of mechanical sea monsters in your kitty sub and defend the deep sea milk mining kittens!THE MILK MUST FLOW!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.4%, Local Co-Op 18.6%, Retro 13.4%, Arcade 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
Trigger-happy aliens are closing in! Only you can burn the invaders to a crisp with the ultimate starship: HELLFIRE! Discover Toaplan's first side-scrolling shooter, known for its stunning graphics and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with quality-of-life extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Arcade 19.5%, Local Co-Op 19.3%, Retro 17%, 2D 6.9%
Every millennium the great demon king Azmodean opens a rift to the mortal realm to overtake it. The only way to save the world is by climbing the ranks of his Extreme Volleyball Infernal League! Featuring authentic 8-bit graphics and music!
Why similar: 8-bit Music 62.7% ★, Arcade 12.3%, Retro 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, 2D 4.1%
Super Bloo Kid Adventure is a classic fast paced 2D retro-style platformer experience with lovely designed pixel-graphics and a full chiptune soundtrack. Master brutal bossfights and discover lots of secrets in the world of Super Bloo Kid Adventure.
Why similar: 8-bit Music 54.2% ★, Arcade 16.1%, Retro 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, 2D 6.3%
A sci-fi action-arcade game inspired by classic gun n' runs of the '90s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Local Co-Op 17.9%, Retro 12.9%, Arcade 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
Slay waves of spooky enemies for 20 nights to survive 'The Demonic Conveyor Belt'. Talented is an arcade roguelite with randomly generated skill trees. Choose your upgrades and abilities wisely and you might just make it out alive. Are you truly Talented?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Retro 15%, Arcade 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 11%
Catch hearts, Crush bunnies, Shoot the bad guys
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Retro 22.8%, Arcade 18.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Action 6.2%
Escape from Earth! Navigate procedurally generated levels using your trusty Jetpack and Laser rifle, gather precious Ores to trade and Biomass to fuel your ship "Mole-1" on it's way to the final destination, Andromeda!
Why similar: 8-bit Music 46.5% ★, Action Roguelike 24.5%, Retro 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, 2D 4%
You play as a young boy who dreams of being a famous astronaut who discovers alien worlds and life. One hot summer day, you fall asleep and into a terrifying dream made up of your worst childhood fears. Can you survive this nightmare of asteroids, space spiders, deadly skulls & more?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Arcade 18.4%, Retro 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Action Roguelike 11.5%
Get ready for classic shoot-'em-up action in Toaplan's Fire Shark, now on PC with modern updates. An evil and overwhelmingly powerful military force is about to take over not only a small country, but the whole world... Defeat the enemy and accept your place of honor!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Arcade 20.2%, Retro 17%, Local Co-Op 16.7%, 2D 7.3%
Jumping into a hole may not be the best idea, but your hair has been stolen. Master the powers of hats and get it back.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Retro 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, Action 6.6%
Introducing FixEight, Toaplan's thrilling vertical run-and-gun game featuring eight peerless warriors with cutting-edge weapons. Embark on an exhilarating cosmic escapade with up to three players at once. Now on PC with modern extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Arcade 19.9%, Local Co-Op 13.5%, Retro 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
Nationwide shooting fans, the wait is over! Following Sengoku Ace and Gunbird, the third installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooter series!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Arcade 15.8%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Retro 9.2%
A wave defense game in classic arcade style. Play the infinite survival mode alone or with a friend (co-op), or play story mode and experience the origin story of the Harvest Hero!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 31.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Arcade 21.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, Action 5%
Uncover the magic of Indian mythology, unique power-ups, and an enchanting soundtrack in this electrifying space showdown. Toaplan's vertical co-op shooter Vimana debuts on PC, offering accessible, action-packed gameplay and modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Arcade 18.3%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Retro 14%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%
Magic Typo is a game with Rogue-Like elements, where you need to use your Typing Skills to survive! Use Weapons, Spells and Upgrades to defend the Realms of Magic Typo from The Darkness and it's creatures!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.2%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Arcade 16.6%, Retro 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%
Cattie is a platform game with retro graphics.
Why similar: 8-bit Music 70.6% ★, Retro 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%, 2D 2.5%, Action 1.9%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Retro 19.7%, Local Co-Op 18.7%, Arcade 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%
Battle through waves of enemies, taking their power for your own in this retro-styled arcade shoot'em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Action Roguelike 27.4%, Arcade 14.3%, Retro 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%
Zimmer is an action roguelike. Can you survive 100 procedurally generated levels of traps, monsters, and treasures?
Why similar: 8-bit Music 61.9% ★, Action Roguelike 18.8%, Retro 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, 2D 2.3%
A minimalist top-down action game where every shot bounces, changes color, and can turn against you. Managing ricochets is your only chance to survive.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, Arcade 16.7%, Retro 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
Rogue Rocks is a space rocks shoot-em-up with minimalist roguelite elements. Blast your way to the center of a procedurally generated galaxy before you get caught!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 40%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Arcade 12.2%, Retro 11.7%, Indie 5.9%
Explore your way through the dangerous fantasy land of Aldoria where a single hit will kill you! Slay monsters and collect magical abilities in this small skill-testing metroidvania.
Why similar: 8-bit Music 71.5% ★, Retro 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%, 2D 4.7%, Indie 2%
“SHOCK TROOPERS ”, the fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game released exclusively on NEOGEO MVS in 1997, returns to the battlefield on Steam!Progress through the battlefield, choosing the best routes and strategy!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Arcade 28%, Retro 25%, 2D 9.9%, Action 9%
Attack of the Karens is a roguelite bullet hell shoot 'em up that focuses on difficult multi-phased boss fights, all against the backdrop of the "Karen" meme. Piloting the Manager X-15, embark on a mission to rid the world of evil cyborg Karens and save your city from entitlement forever!
Why similar: 8-bit Music 45% ★, Action Roguelike 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Retro 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
Help a poor frog get paid by participating in a highly unethical experiment in this physics platformer!
Why similar: 8-bit Music 60.9% ★, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Retro 9%, Arcade 7.4%, 2D 5.6%
Experience Toaplan's arcade shooter Flying Shark (AKA Sky Shark) on PC with the latest quality-of-life features. Ride through the skies as they burn in a rain of armor-piercing bullets! You have been chosen for the mission. Because you are the best pilot there is!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37%, Arcade 24.7%, Retro 20.5%, 2D 8.4%, Action 7.5%
Create your own bosses to battle in this arcade action and adventure. Yep, there is a story as well as pure action modes for those who want to blast things. Explore worlds while you upgrade your tech and improve your base. Make new friends, adopt pets and even fly a kite.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.8%, Arcade 16.6%, Retro 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, 2D 7.4%
Mobocalypse is a shooter roguelite where you have to kill hordes of mobs to save the world - and youself!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 35%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Retro 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, 2D 6.7%
Experience the addictive gameplay of old-school arcade favourites, updated and improved for the 21st century! Unique retro-futuristic sound and graphics, player responsive difficulty, and a subtle system of tactics combined with classic gameplay make Ultratron a fun and hypnotic arcade blast.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.5%, Retro 19.8%, Arcade 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 9%
Artificial intelligence threatens the galaxy. Buckle up and fight computing power with the only power that counts: FIREPOWER! Experience Toaplan's brain-melting Slap Fight (AKA Alcon) with its gauge-based power-ups and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with the latest features!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.8%, Arcade 24.7%, Retro 20.3%, 2D 8.6%, Action 7.7%
“Basureroes: Invasion” is a 2D platform game with retro aesthetics in which a group of heroes with different abilities must save the world from an alien invasion. Run, jump and fight your way through twenty levels full of danger and epic boss fights.
Why similar: 8-bit Music 63% ★, Retro 11.9%, Local Co-Op 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Indie 2.1%
Astra Quest is a retro-futuristic bullet hell shooter. Design modular starships with unique cores, bases, and devices. Survive intense battles, earn Evolution Points, and unlock upgrades in Adventure and Evolution modes to dominate the neon-lit cosmos.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 42%, Shoot 'Em Up 33.9%, Retro 9.1%, Arcade 7.4%, Action 5%
Inspired by classic titles like Contra and Sunset Riders, Balacera Brothers is a retro run n' gun game full of color, energetic music, and fast-paced action.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Local Co-Op 22.1%, Retro 18.2%, Arcade 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%
Temples vs Buildings is a roguelike with shoot'em up elements. The player will control flying temples of many cultures and fight against a vast array of flying buildings.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Arcade 15.5%, Retro 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
Zoratharion is a fast-paced roguelite shoot 'em up. Choose your pilot, ship, and weapon to battle waves of enemies, liberate planets, and unlock upgrades. Every run is unique. Will you rise as the galaxy's savior?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 50.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Arcade 9.3%, Action 5.3%, 2D 4.3%
Single player, top down, retro space-shooter, destroy enemies and fight bullet-hell bosses, upgrade during runs and after them to progress further and faster.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.5%, Action Roguelike 32.5%, Arcade 14.5%, Retro 10.2%, Action 4.2%
Dash through enemies, collect power ups and survive waves of enemies in this fast paced bullet-hell
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Arcade 15.6%, Retro 13.8%, 2D 6.1%
Play three* tiny BolHut games developed for April Fools! *There might be a fourth game inside.
Why similar: Arcade 26.1%, Retro 25.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, 2D 6.1%
A fast-paced action roguelike where skill beats firepower. Outmaneuver swarms, harness Poison/Inflame/Traumatize, and expand the game with mods & co-op.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Local Co-Op 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Arcade 5.9%
Bun-Bun Poggers is back and this time must face the dangers of hungry wolves without the luxury of open fields to move & dodge freely! In Poggers 2: A-Maze-Thing, you must help the absolutely adorable Bun-Bun navigate many different hedge mazes where death could be around every corner!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.5%, Arcade 22.1%, Retro 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, 2D 8%
The Rogue-Lite shooter where you CRASH-KILL comical abominations! Pilot your spaceship as Swagthulhu in this original and wacky "Lovecraftian Parody"!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Local Co-Op 21.6%, Action Roguelike 19.4%, Arcade 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
Rift Survivors is a top-down action roguelite game. Take on the role of a Rift Guardian and maintain the balance between dimensions while facing deadly enemies. Grow stronger with each playthrough and prove your worth in this unstable multiverse.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Arcade 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, 2D 6.6%
Make Techno not War - Trance Tank is fast-paced action combined with cool beats. Get ready, load your gun and start the engine. „Panzer-Hurra!“
Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Arcade 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, 2D 6.5%
Instant Dungeon! mixes dungeon exploration with arcade action in the vein of the classic maze games from the 80s. Let Instant Dungeon! create a new dungeon just for you, complete with glittering treasures, vicious monsters, brutal boss battles, wild power ups and most importantly fun, Fun, FUN!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 45.1%, Retro 21.7%, Arcade 19%, Action 7.2%, Indie 7%
Evade enemies and their attacks and fight back using the Braille alphabet in Combo Vectors, a short and minimalist action roguelike.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 45.3%, Arcade 22.2%, Retro 16.1%, 2D 8.1%, Action 4.8%
Bleed 2 is a relentless arcade action game featuring air-dodging, bullet-reflecting, and tons of bosses. Now with randomly-generated levels and daily challenges, too!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Local Co-Op 17.4%, Arcade 14.8%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
Take off on a classic arcade journey with Tiger-Heli, Toaplan's pioneering vertical shooter that set the stage for an entire genre. Now available on PC with a host of modern upgrades!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40%, Arcade 23.1%, Retro 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, 2D 9.4%
Fuel Me Up is a shoot ’em up roguelite game. Your ship’s fuel tank is leaking, and you must eliminate the aliens that have invaded planet Vorthex. Earn money by defeating enemy ships, buy upgrades and add-ons, unlock new ships and pilots, and try to get farther each run.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, 2D 5.3%
Vile is an action rogue-lite about fighting demonic creatures and other horrors throughout a vile world. Fight enemies and/or complete random objectives given to you in procedurally-generated dungeons to put a stop to the creatures forever! Collect souls, find new weapons, new artifacts, and battle EPIC bosses!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 52.6%, Local Co-Op 16.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Action 4.6%
Blastroid is an arcade-style roguelite set in space with Endless waves, broken builds and weapon synergies. Players customize their ships by combining different engine and weapon systems, striving to survive against ever-evolving threats in regions swarming with enemy waves.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Retro 13.4%, Arcade 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%
Srogue is a snake roguelite where you play as a snake and defeat enemies in order to feast and grow. Unlock new ways to play by gaining experience and choosing items to alter your snake. The goal is to survive as long as possible.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Retro 13%, Arcade 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%