Games Like Malefact: Evil Unchained

Explore the ruins of a great and mysterious tower, shrouded in days and worlds long forgotten in a DOOM-inspired FPS classic boomer shooter. Turn adversaries to advantages, and pilfer the coffers of the Editors into scions of wanton killing and discover the secrets that lay beneath the spire.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 57.8% ★, 2.5D 17.6%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Action 7.9%, Violent 5.4%

A brutal 2.5D boomer shooter. Blast through demons and undead with shotguns, rockets, and a katana in fast-paced aerial combat. Dash through speedrun-focused levels packed with brutal bosses, aggressive movement, retro-inspired visuals, and heavy metal action.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 51.9% ★, 2.5D 22.3%, Dark Fantasy 11.2%, Action 10.1%, Combat 3.5%

When the world’s most dangerous terrorists crawl out of the shadows, there’s only one number the government dials: yours. CTE is classic 90's 2.5D action. Suit up, Light up, its time to Call The Exterminator.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 50.4% ★, 2.5D 22.6%, Gore 7.7%, Violent 6.6%, Action 6.2%

A blood-pumping throwback FPS set in a Norse-inspired world. The undead have risen and Ivor, the Drengr, has awakened. Sharpen your axes, load your shotgun, and get to killing.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 58.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Action 9.4%, Gore 7.5%, Violent 6.7%

KAUNA is a Finnish boomer shooter made with 90's retro style graphics.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 66.4% ★, Dark Fantasy 9.4%, Action 8.4%, Gore 5.8%, Violent 5.4%

Deep in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, a secluded estate becomes ground zero for terror. Pile ’Em High 3 throws you into nonstop action‑horror mayhem—cultists, zombies, abominations—all standing between you and the truth behind the world‑shattering Pandemic

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 50% ★, 2.5D 16.9%, Action 10.8%, Action-Adventure 7.4%, Gore 6%

The Angel spoke. I listened. A brutal retro FPS descent through the spawn of hell — three callings, many weapons, a loyal hound and an armored warhorse. Ride, cleave, conjure and repent. Forgive them all.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 57% ★, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Action 11.5%, Gore 7.2%, Violent 6.7%

Angel Boyd is an archaeologist from England. He recently unearthed some ancient documents of great importance. Help him to deliver them through the pillar-box outside his apartment to demonologist society "The Circle"... if you can.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 55.6% ★, 2.5D 17.6%, Action 8.6%, Gore 6.3%, Violent 5.8%

The veil between life and death is shattered. Corpses walk, the earth trembles, and chaos reigns. As the Undertaker, your duty is clear return the dead to the dead by any means necessary. Inspired by classic FPS games like DOOM and Blood fast-paced action in a world gone mad.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 54.3% ★, 2.5D 21.8%, Action 10%, Gore 5.6%, Violent 5.2%

An FPS that combines realistic controls with simple anime-style graphics. Play as a special government agent and use a range of firearms to take down mutants and illegal organizations.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 51.9% ★, 2.5D 22.4%, Action 10.4%, Gore 5.9%, Violent 5.5%

V.R.G. is a FPS cross between a retro-style and a modern-style , Defeat enemies and get combos to improve operability, and eat scatter pieces of meat to recover.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 56.6% ★, 2.5D 22.2%, Gore 8.7%, Violent 7.8%, Action 3%

Step into the definitive re-release of two dark spell-casting shooters that shaped the genre. This enhanced restoration makes Heretic™ + Hexen™ available to new audiences and long-time fans with expanded accessibility across more platforms and languages than ever before.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 57.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 12.4%, 2.5D 12.1%, Action 8.5%, Gore 5%

Nailcrown is a savage dark-fantasy boomer shooter packed with high-velocity gunplay, brutal melee action, and a dynamic gore system. Explore the dark environments and wield a deadly arsenal, while taking down a horde of accursed enemies. Fast, violent, and unapologetically old-school.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 57.2% ★, Dark Fantasy 17.9%, Gore 9.1%, Action 7.2%, Violent 5.6%

Become a minion of a nefarious corporation and jump into the sea from Odaiba to destroy an underwater base in this easy-to-play retro-style FPS.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 56% ★, 2.5D 23.5%, Action 11.1%, Violent 5.7%, Combat 2.9%

At the end of Earth, Nilus, the God of Gore re-incarnate, lays waste to the last standing battalion - A corrupt oppression with ties to his past. Annihilate everything.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 45.3% ★, Dark Fantasy 17.9%, Gore 16.4%, 2.5D 10.4%, Action 5.9%

FOOTSLOG is a retro-inspired FPS equipped with fast-paced action and a unique interactive reloading mechanic. Take control of Subject 25 as you fight through a twisted experiment that will stop at nothing to see you perfected. Can you truly walk away from what this facility has made you become?

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 67.6% ★, Action 12.2%, Gore 7.3%, Violent 6.8%, Combat 3.9%

Classic, dark ambience in a bloody and difficult retro FPS. Fight cultists and demons who are as dangerous as you in your fight against the Maledictor.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 53.8% ★, 2.5D 19.5%, Violent 10.1%, Gore 8.7%, Action 5.1%

MORRA 3D is a classic boomer shooter about battling restless creatures with high-caliber guns and an ever changing storm inside of you.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 68.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Gore 6.4%, Violent 6%, Action 3.7%

GAL VS VILLAGE is an GAL like old-school FPS. You play as Kessenji “Blood-sucker” Yui, infiltrate the village, and must bring the situation under control. Move at high speed, swing your knife, blast away with the shotgun, and drive away the supernatural!!!!!!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 53% ★, 2.5D 23.6%, Action 10.8%, Gore 6%, Violent 5.8%

Invention 6 is a 3D shooter with Scrollshooter elements, as well as a small share of logical puzzles that must be solved to complete the level. Learn the story of Casey and Dorian, shoot robots and zombies, and fight powerful bosses to the fiery Heavy Metal.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 67.9% ★, Action 13.1%, Gore 8.8%, Violent 8.1%, Singleplayer 2.1%

Blast, slice and shred through your enemies in this hardcore FPS inspired by the icons of the '90s, powered by the legendary Quake-1 Tech. Taking place in a realm left to rot, take up arms, unearth long-forgotten secrets and hunt down the Guardians of the Old World.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 66.3% ★, Action 8.6%, Gore 8.6%, Violent 8.3%, Dark Fantasy 7.3%

Fantasy blast in the style of retro boomer shooters — an action-packed pixel carnage where hordes of monsters, dark magic, and devious trolls await. Relive the golden age of classic shooters with fast-paced gameplay, a brutal arsenal, and relentless enemies. Don’t forget to save the princess!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 68% ★, Action 13.7%, Gore 8.6%, Violent 8%, Singleplayer 1.6%

A high-velocity movement-shooter following CPL CHAI on his vengeful assault against the Zephari homeworld after their failed invasion of Earth.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 78.3% ★, Dark Fantasy 12.2%, Action 8.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%

Originally made for PSP in 2025. Full PC Steam port to modern systems. Variety of enemies, weapons, bosses and levels.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 62.4% ★, 2.5D 24.8%, Action 11.7%, Singleplayer 1%

Prevent alien ships from reaching your position. Avoid hitting human settlements by shooting only at the ships. Use multi-shot to hit several ships or nitro to move faster. Level up and beat the high score.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 61.2% ★, 2.5D 24.6%, Action 12.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%

In the year 202X, the world is "YAMI"...! To save the world, go to hell and kill all the demons. Yes, just like ordering a Frappuccino at a cool cafe!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 50.1% ★, 2.5D 19.2%, Dark Fantasy 11%, Gore 7%, Violent 6.8%

In a realm where witchcraft evolved along side technology, a lone marauder, Cassidy Chrome seeks vengeance against a tyrannical demi god who enslaves souls to conquer worlds and prolong his immortality. Cassidy, trained in the black arts fights against undead corrupted entities in a forsaken world.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 54% ★, 2.5D 23.6%, Action 9.7%, Gore 5.2%, Violent 4.8%

Exact revenge in a most spectacular fashion! Fight legions of enemies with an arsenal of weapons, from axes to chainsaws and from tiny smgs to massive explosives! Draw an ocean of blood from all who stand in your way in this 2.5d action first person shooter!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 54.4% ★, 2.5D 19.7%, Gore 7.4%, Action 7%, Combat 5.3%

An old-school dark fantasy action FPS. Fight cultists, undead, and other horrors in brutal combat where everything wants you dead.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 60.1% ★, Dark Fantasy 19.9%, Gore 6.6%, Action 6%, Violent 5.9%

A brutal retro FPS roguelike set inside a collapsing mind filled with biomechanical horrors. Die. Adapt. Descend further.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 69.9% ★, Action 14.1%, Gore 8.9%, Combat 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%

Deepest Darkest is a 90s as hell and metal as hell boomer shooter. Shoot your way through an action packed single player campaign with an arsenal of weapons, power up and magic spells as you tear though an army of cultists and monsters.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 60% ★, Dark Fantasy 11.9%, Action 10.6%, Gore 8%, Violent 6.9%

fast-paced, retro-inspired boomer shooter where you blast through hordes of cyber-demons using outrageous weapons — including a husky puppy handgun. Inspired by classics from the 90's, every level drips with pixelated carnage, over-the-top firepower, and secrets to uncover.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 60.5% ★, 2.5D 23.3%, Action-Adventure 6.7%, Action 5%, Gore 1.6%

The daughter of Satan has seized control of Hell and destroyed Heaven itself. You are hiding among the last survivors on Earth.—but not for long. An insane journey awaits you: a journey into Hell itself, to slaughter every demon, undead and cultist you encounter.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 55% ★, 2.5D 18.5%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Action 5.9%, Action-Adventure 5.8%

The operation has begun. Mars has been colonized, the earth is no longer habitable, your only choice is Venus. Follow the story of King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard's 15th studio Album Infest the Rats Nest and journey straight to Hell! Fighting off demons and cultists in this 90's inspired shooter.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 77.4% ★, Gore 7.2%, Violent 6.7%, Combat 3.9%, Action 3.1%

Cold Dark is a survival horror boomer shooter. Wake up in a deserted hospital with no memory of how you got there. Battle zombies and mutated horrors with your shotgun and chainsaw as you uncover the truth behind a deadly outbreak consuming the city.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 79% ★, Action 9.9%, Combat 8.6%, Singleplayer 2.6%

This is a boomer shooter where you shoot, dodge, and defeat demons! Play as the "Boomer Grandma" and fire heavy guns to turn Hell into a sea of blood.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 61% ★, Gore 12.9%, Violent 11.5%, 2.5D 8.6%, Action 5.2%

Beyond Citadel is an anime style retro throwback shooter inspired by the classics of the 90's, with realistic gunplay mechanics, anime violence and fast paced combat. Fight your way through the heavily armed mechanical fortress and discover the secret that lies beneath.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 52.3% ★, 2.5D 19.8%, Dark Fantasy 10.2%, Gore 9.3%, Action-Adventure 4.8%

Play as a hacker backing up Misha—whose brain has been transplanted into a sexyroid—as you face off against all threats that stand in your way in this cyberpunk FPS.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 51.5% ★, 2.5D 19.3%, Action 11.4%, Gore 6.7%, Violent 5.9%

Its Time To Meet God is an interdimensional ray casting shooter, built from the ground up in Game Maker Studio. Fight and loot your way through interdimensional realms created by demi Gods, eldritch horrors, and holy creatures to achieve heavenly peace.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 52.1% ★, 2.5D 21.3%, Gore 8.7%, Action 6.6%, Violent 5.6%

All the robots on Space Station 451 have gone berserk! Only one human is left alive! Can she survive the onslaught and escape? Blast your way through homicidal robots in this groovy throwback retro FPS!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 70.7% ★, 2.5D 20.5%, Action 6.4%, Combat 1.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%

A classic 2D platformer and shooter game, with a hand-drawn cartoon style of drawing and animation, unique and challenging platforms, objects, enemies and abilities, with increasing difficulty scale for each level achieved.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 61.9% ★, 2.5D 24.8%, Action-Adventure 7.1%, Action 5%, Combat 0.9%

PO’ed is an adrenaline-pumping space shooter that features gameplay elements inspired by generational powerhouses DOOM and QUAKE. Play as a chef who crashlands on an alien planet infested with extraterrestrial foes. Using a menu of “household” weapons, PO’ed puts your wits and reflexes to the test.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 69.5% ★, Action 12.5%, Gore 8.4%, Violent 7.4%, Singleplayer 2.2%

An intense journey through otherworldly realms. Adventure and explore through exotic locations, discover ancient artifacts and sacred relics of unimaginable power. Shatter demonic forces with brutal weapons and devastating powers as you uncover secrets in a vibrant, arcane universe.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 61.6% ★, Gore 14.6%, Violent 12.9%, Action 5.8%, Combat 3.8%

Demon Pit is an intense arcade-style arena shooter with a classic 90s FPS aesthetic. Test your reflexes against the endless waves of the demon horde in a constantly changing arena. Your goal is a high score on the leaderboard, the price is your soul. Far from God’s light, there is only Hell.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 55.7% ★, Gore 16.5%, Violent 14.6%, Action 13.3%

Load up your Boltgun and unleash the awesome Space Marine arsenal to blast your way through an explosion of sprites, pixels and blood in a perfect blend of Warhammer 40,000, frenetic gameplay and the stylish visuals of 90’s retro shooters.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 84.3% ★, Gore 6.1%, Action 4.3%, Violent 4.3%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Wreak havoc on a deep underground military base and uncover what secrets lie beneath. Don't forget to wear your tin foil.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 77.4% ★, Action 7.9%, Gore 7.1%, Violent 6.6%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Prodeus is a first-person shooter of old, re-imagined using modern rendering techniques and technology. Experience the quality you’d expect from a modern AAA game, designed with retro aesthetics and gameplay that invoke the tech-imposed limits of older hardware.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 78.4% ★, Gore 9.6%, Violent 6.6%, Action 4.7%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Spray N' Pray is a fast-paced boomer shooter where you play as Justinian, a priest armed with dual revolvers. Dash, run, and jump through a demon-infested cathedral, vanquishing hellspawn and fallen angels to earn your righteous place in heaven.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 72.5% ★, Action 10%, Gore 9.7%, Combat 5.9%, Singleplayer 1.8%

HEADCUTTER is a sci-fi spaghetti western FPS with brutal combat, destructible environments, and lots of gore. Track targets as a space bounty hunter, explore maps with multiple routes, and use the crunchy gunplay to cut their heads off so you can get your money!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 61.5% ★, 2.5D 15.5%, Gore 7.2%, Action 6%, Violent 4.9%

Ezekiel is a clasic first person shooter that sticks to the fundamentals: satisfying weapons, eccentric enemies and cool environments. No annoying cutscenes, no cringe-worthy writing, and no taking control away from the player. Just pure chaos, carnage and a killer soundtrack.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 68.1% ★, Dark Fantasy 13.9%, Action 6.3%, Gore 5.8%, Violent 5.3%

Horror-comedy boomer shooter, fantastic reimagining of a real-life experience of living under the constant threat of aerial assault

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 59.7% ★, 2.5D 24.1%, Action 6.6%, Gore 5.1%, Combat 2.3%

THE ARCHMAGE IS DEAD. THE GRIMWAR IS FREE. MANA IS FLEETING.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 62% ★, Dark Fantasy 19.2%, Action 7%, Combat 6.4%, Action-Adventure 4.6%

Hideous is a dark fantasy boomer shooter mixing Heretic-style action with Diablo 1’s grim atmosphere. Blast through undead hordes with fire staves, lightning rods, and arcane fury as you face zombie warriors, evil mages, and grotesque bosses.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 68.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 21.5%, Action 7.4%, Combat 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Decian (1 Player / Multiplayer in Testing) is a direct-action zombie shooter. Manage hunger and thirst, and rescue survivors for your community. Watch out! Each time you or a teammate dies, your citizen count drops. Face off in intense Team vs Team (5v5) matches for absolute survival.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 68.5% ★, Action 14.3%, Gore 8.9%, Violent 8.3%

Cobalt System is an atmospheric sci-fi first-person shooter that places you into the heart of the conflict unfolding on ancient Mars.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 63.8% ★, Action 12%, Gore 7.6%, Violent 7.1%, Action-Adventure 4.7%

Gravelord is a fast-paced boomer shooter voiced by a badass protagonist featuring hand-crafted levels filled with secrets and hordes of enemies to kill. Dish out some brutal carnage with powerful guns and collect Tarot Cards to gain even more killing power. Let's put the fun back in funeral!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 66.5% ★, Dark Fantasy 16.8%, Action 7.5%, Gore 4.9%, Combat 3.2%

Play as the INSPEKTOR, sent to crush a violent uprising on a dark, industrial planet. Blast through rebels and machines in a savage mix of 90s-style shooter action, neon-soaked sci-fi, and nonstop blood-soaked carnage. Retro pixels, brutal combat, zero remorse.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 69.8% ★, Action 9.7%, Gore 7.7%, Violent 7.1%, Combat 3.9%

An eerie darkness has emerged. With it came creatures demanding servitude to the Vinegar Mutter. Those who dare to fight have been slaughtered and eaten. In this magic based retro shooter, you take the role of Cymon, a wizard making the journey to the source of the chaos in an effort to stop it.

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 69.3% ★, Dark Fantasy 13.5%, Action 12.9%, Combat 3.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%

Make mincemeat out of cults and chop heads with machetes! Old school shooter staples and gals, and a familiar difficulty level. Ye shall witness a new struggle!

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 51.6% ★, 2.5D 23.4%, Gore 9.4%, Violent 8.3%, Action 5.8%

Fast-paced FPS with bullet time, short replayable levels and intense action-packed combat

Why similar: Boomer Shooter 60.6% ★, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Action 11.8%, Gore 6.4%, Violent 5.9%