Games Like Mission Ammunition

The recent events in a state prison, involving Jake from Team Hot Guns was a perfect moment for some prisoners to escape - you are one of them.

Why similar: Action 38.5%, Indie 23.6%, Platformer 21.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, 2D 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: This game shares the exact prison-break theme and frantic, run-and-gun gameplay mechanics found in the seed.

Prison City is a dystopian, action-packed side-scroller with tight mechanics and intricate level design. Battle Techno-Terrorists with your chakram and grenades, eat hot dogs for health, and locate contacts to help take down bosses.

Why similar: Side Scroller 30.7%, Platformer 21.7%, Pixel Graphics 15%, Action 14.1%, Shooter 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: It features a similar retro-futuristic prison setting combined with high-octane, side-scrolling action.

The world is under a frantic alien attack. Amidst the chaos and with the army virtually subdued, the deadliest and most inconsequential pair of specialists are called upon to do what must be done. Join the war hunting aliens around the world and in every way possible.

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Platformer 16.2%, Action 11.5%, Shooter 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: This title delivers high-octane action that mirrors the difficulty and retro-shooter feel of the seed.

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: Platformer 19.3%, Action 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 18.5%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Shooter 9.9%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive chaotic run-and-gun experience that matches the explosive and difficult nature of the seed.

In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Platformer 12.5%, Shooter 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished, arcade-inspired side-scrolling shooter that offers a similar level of challenge and style.

Lock and load for chaotic, fast-paced action in Gunslugs! Battle the evil Black Duck Army across wild, procedurally generated levels packed with explosions, jetpacks, chicken guns, and rogue-like permadeath. Unlock heroes, conquer bizarre worlds, and fight your way to the gates of Hell!

Why similar: Platformer 17.7%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Action 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%

Why You'll Like It: It perfectly captures the frantic, arcade-style shooting and pixel-art aesthetic of the original.

Super Cyborg is an old school non-stop hardcore run'n'gun action game! You are an elite battle cyborg who is sent in to investigate a series of anomalies on a mysterious island. The merciless alien known as the 'Xirxul life form' has been awakened by unwitting scientists and now: all humanity is in danger!

Why similar: Action 23.8%, Platformer 16.6%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Indie 14.1%, Shooter 11.7%

Why You'll Like It: It provides the same challenging, retro-inspired platforming action and intense boss encounters.

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: Side Scroller 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Action 12.6%, Platformer 10.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern love letter to classic 16-bit run-and-gun shooters that demands precision and skill.

Roam the dystopian future city of New Babel, Mankind's Last Hope, in search of crimes in progress. Use lethal weapons, non-lethal force, and diplomacy to take down bad guys.

Why similar: Action 28.7%, Indie 17.4%, Pixel Graphics 16.4%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Platformer 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty, pixel-art shooter with a strong sense of atmosphere and challenging combat encounters.

Iron Meat is a run-and-gun arcade shooter that immerses players in an apocalyptic future overrun by "The Meat," an iron-ravenous mass mutating everything in its path. Blast your way through retro-inspired stages and bosses to uncover the shocking horrors behind secret experiments on the Moon.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Platformer 16%, Shooter 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: A visceral, challenging run-and-gun shooter that features excellent pixel art and intense combat.

Make your way on foot, on a hoverbike, up skyscrapers, and down bottomless pits, as you exterminate a threat of unknown origin!

Why similar: Platformer 33.6%, Action 28.6%, Indie 18.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, 2D 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, short-form platformer with retro charm that requires precise movement.

“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Action 20.2%, Shooter 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: As a foundational arcade shooter, it defines the genre mechanics that Mission Ammunition emulates.

Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!

Why similar: Side Scroller 21.5%, Platformer 17.3%, Action 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Indie 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features deep weapon customization within a pixel-art side-scroller that rewards careful movement and shooting.

Rescue hostages, disarm bombs and save the day in this old school, side-scroller action game with retro graphics and retro sensibilities. Online and Couch Coop Included.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 29.7%, Action 23.6%, Shooter 22.6%, Indie 12.8%, 2D 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical decision-making with the same side-scrolling, high-intensity shooting found in the seed.

Jet Gunner is a 2D platform action indie game that's full of Nestalgia. Full of action, gunfights, bosses and explosions so if you're into the whole 8-Bit vibe you should love this. From the sound, to the graphics to the flicker, this should pay tribute to those classic hard as nails, run 'n' gun games.

Why similar: Action 39.7%, Platformer 24.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.8%, Indie 14.4%, 2D 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A solid, retro-style action platformer that focuses on simple but effective shooting mechanics.

Bobby from Team HOT GUNS has a job to locate and secure the legendary Money Tree.

Why similar: Action 23.2%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Indie 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, Platformer 14.7%

Why You'll Like It: A simple, fun, and challenging pixel-art platformer that fits the genre profile of the seed.

A bite-sized, 8-bit style run-and-gun inspired by Saturday morning cartoons of the 80s!

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, Action 17.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Platformer 14.4%, Shooter 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the retro 8-bit aesthetic and arcade-style gameplay loop of the original.

League of Evil is an action game where you, as a bionic super agent take on the mission to defeat the League of Evil. Use your acrobatic skills to punch your way through levels filled with deadly traps and defeat your enemies. The world is counting on you!

Why similar: Action 36.6%, Indie 25.7%, Platformer 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, difficult platformer that tests your reflexes and timing in every level.

Help Brave Lord survive the Killer Chambers and defeat the bosses summoned by Lord Grave! Quick reflexes and good memory are the keys to success in this unforgiving action-platformer. Can you clear all 5 floors and get the King's Crown?

Why similar: Action 36.2%, Indie 24.8%, Pixel Graphics 22.2%, Platformer 16.8%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the difficult, precision-based gameplay and trap-avoidance found in the seed.

A 8-bit retro action platformer that goes beyond just pixels and chiptunes

Why similar: Action 33.1%, Platformer 22.7%, Indie 20.3%, Pixel Graphics 17.5%, 2D 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A tight, retro-inspired action platformer that emphasizes classic sensibilities and challenging level design.

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 27.8%, Action 25.9%, Platformer 16.2%, Indie 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on fast-paced, difficult boss fights and fluid shooting mechanics that will appeal to fans of the seed.

A punishing, one-button platformer about escaping prison. Test your skills and intellect as you ascend a tower of hand-crafted challenges. Jump, fly, slide up walls, float in bubbles and perform somersaults; all with the press of a single button. Reach the paramount. Reach.

Why similar: Side Scroller 37.2%, Pixel Graphics 21.8%, Platformer 21.4%, Action 12.6%, 2D 7%

Why You'll Like It: A precision-platformer that shares the prison-break theme and side-scrolling perspective.

Punch, whip, and zipline your way through a post-apocalyptic America in this 16-bit retro-style action platformer! Play as Taro Takahashi, a resistance soldier on a revenge mission against the dictator who lords over the ashes.

Why similar: Side Scroller 32.4%, Platformer 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 17.6%, Action 17%, Indie 8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers intense, fast-paced action with a distinct visual style and demanding gameplay.

Donuts 'N' Justice is a fast-paced 2d horizontal shoot-'em-up wherein you take the role of one of two Super Cops in the 1980s to defend their city against gangs, violence and corruption.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Pixel Graphics 21.2%, Action 21%, Indie 13.5%, Shooter 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, arcade-style shooter with a fun theme that matches the lighthearted intensity of the seed.

Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.

Why similar: Action 22.2%, Platformer 19%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A challenging, heavy-metal-infused side-scrolling shooter that tests player reflexes.

Guns, Gore & Cannoli - An over-the-top, comical and fast-paced action game with hand-drawn graphics set in the Roaring Twenties. An all-you-can-shoot fest where you embody Vinnie, a mobster with a mission in a city controlled by gangsters and plagued by zombies. Featuring up to 4-man local co-op.

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Action 16.1%, Platformer 14.1%, Shooter 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fun, side-scrolling shooter with a distinct art style and satisfying combat mechanics.

A trip to hell. Hordes of demons. Big guns. Insane combat encounters. Pixel art mustaches. It's going to be a long day for Officer John Mustache.

Why similar: Action 50.7%, Indie 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 24.3%

Why You'll Like It: A quirky, difficult shooter that matches the arcade vibe and pixel-art style of the original.

A platform shooter that brings 90's gaming smashing into your face! Blast and insta-melee your way through hordes of alien soldiers, robots, bosses and loads more. Fight on foot, in a fighter or in a bomber. Take on bosses and ensure that the alien menace won't threaten Earth ever again!

Why similar: Action 19%, Platformer 19%, Shooter 18%, Pixel Graphics 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: An old-school, difficult platformer with heavy shooting elements that feels right at home with the seed.

As Sam McRae, last surviving member of the “Titan Hauler” crew, you must hack and blast your way through an onslaught of truly bad 'bots to find a way to prevent a potential planet-destroying catastrophe.

Why similar: Action 57.6%, Indie 42.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic-feeling side-scrolling shooter with pixel graphics and straightforward action.

Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Action 22.5%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Shooter 12.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides the intense, shoot-em-up action and retro aesthetic found in the seed.

Dangerous Bullets- This dynamic hardcore platforming, challenges you.

Why similar: Action 26.7%, Platformer 24%, Pixel Graphics 16.6%, Shooter 12.8%, Indie 12.5%

DED - a game in the shoot'em up genre. Your granddaughter has been kidnapped, and your daughter and son-in-law murdered. Having just bits and pieces of information about the abductors, you will have to save your granddaughter and find the masterminds behind these crimes.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Action 25.9%, Pixel Graphics 20.7%, Indie 19.2%, 2D 7.9%

Intrude is a first-person shooter. Your mission is to get into a long time abandoned base, suddenly taken over by some kind of private military, find your way up and destroy the source of a signal comming from the base. Collect as much data as you can to find out what they are up to.

Why similar: Action 41.3%, Indie 26%, Shooter 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%

"With your trusty shank and die hard will to survive, you've successfully broken out of your Prison Cell. How many other prisoners can you set free on your way to Freedom? Take down as many Guards as possible while avoiding traps and hazards along the way! From Knives, to Guns, and Mines to Bombs!"

Why similar: Platformer 31.4%, Action 28.1%, Indie 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, 2D 7.5%

Professional assassin turned amateur campaign manager Steve is charged with cleaning up the city by an anthropomorphic rabbit and mayoral candidate from the future named BunnyLord.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 26.9%, Action 22.4%, Shooter 14.9%, Indie 13.7%, Platformer 10.2%

"I need a Dustoff!" became an all-too-familiar call on the airwaves of jungle wars. Now take off with your rescue helicopter and search and save the life of the wounded soldiers in the field, often under fire. If you can't, nobody else can!

Why similar: Action 52.8%, Indie 30.5%, Pixel Graphics 16.7%

Stray Savior is a 2D action platformer packed full of lethal traps, precise jumps, and powerful bosses. Venture through the dystopian world with weapons and skills, to prove yourself and forge your own path.

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.6%, Platformer 23.2%, Action 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Indie 8.4%

You are a Wizard. Being imprisoned in Penimorta, a maximum security prison, has little appeal. Naturally, you've decided to bust out. The problem is... between every floor of Penimorta is a Corporeal Beast. Can you escape?

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 44%, Action 38.1%, 2D 17.9%

You are a space trooper. Your crew finished the cleaning mission and left you alone by accident. Now you are surrounded by aliens. Persist them as long as you can.

Why similar: Action 51.2%, Indie 31.5%, Pixel Graphics 17.3%

Contract is a side-scrolling shooter in which you must shoot, hack and massacre your way past armed guards, security systems and other challenges in order to reach your targets. You play as a man, blackmailed into the art of assassination by the kidnappers of his brother.

Why similar: Indie 100%

You're outnumbered, low on ammunition and the paranoia sets in. This is an action horror-world where enemies get power-ups and you don’t.

Why similar: Platformer 32.4%, Action 28.9%, Indie 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, 2D 4.4%

A Meat-Like/Hedge-Like Mashup! Dr. Proventriculus is snatching up the Chickabirbs! Help Panic blast through over 50 stages of topsy-turvy, spike-laced, slime-drenched, buzzsaw-filled deathtraps to rescue them! And remember, there are no rings...

Why similar: Side Scroller 24.1%, Platformer 23%, Action 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 16.5%, Indie 11.5%

Aliens have invaded Earth! Towns, cities, deserts, they're everywhere! Take on the role of Earth's last super soldier and confront the alien menace in this intense twin stick shooter!

Why similar: Action 28.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Shooter 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Indie 10.4%

You must save the world, whatever the cost...

Why similar: Action 42.9%, Shooter 28.7%, Indie 28.4%

Deputinization is run and gun action game focused on boss battles. The game features pixel graphics and music that is rooted in Ukrainian culture.

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.5%, Platformer 15.8%, Action 15.6%, Shooter 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9%

The classic 2D action platformer BioMenace returns with enhanced graphics and refined gameplay. Fight your way through a city ravaged by dangerous mutants, rescue hostages, find secrets and rack up points. Locate the secret lab behind this attack and prevent Dr. Mangle from taking over the world!

Why similar: Platformer 29.7%, Pixel Graphics 21.3%, Shooter 20.3%, Action 19.1%, 2D 9.7%

Kautic is an action platform game where villagers from a little Town have been petrified and now Kautic, the Bald Wizard, has the hard mission of saving them, but he will need to venture into a world controlled by evil creatures.

Why similar: Action 36.1%, Indie 25.3%, Platformer 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, 2D 6.3%

C&F Inc. teleporters are going offline all over the place, and it's up to an intrepid frog employee to fix the situation.

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Platformer 16%, Shooter 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%

In a world oppressed by ruthless machines, a stronghold full of die-hard TV-sets resists the persecution. Your lost friends and the lack of resources drive you to take action against the extinction. Brave the dangers and go find your comrades to rescue your species!

Why similar: Platformer 39%, Action 30.5%, Indie 30.5%

Reloader: test_subject is an experimental "Bullet Counting Reload Action" game. Experience being a Reloader: having legendary shooting skills and engaging in Close-Quarters Combat(CQC). You just have to remember how to use the gun you’re holding.

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Shooter 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Action 11.3%

After a psychologist visit goes terribly wrong, you find yourself trapped in the mind of a game developer on the brink of physical and emotional burnout during the final stages of an intense project. Experience a metroidvania-lite drenched in anxiety and based on a very true story.

Why similar: Platformer 29.8%, Action 21.1%, Shooter 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, 2D 10.4%

Expelled - the adventure of a rabbit on dangerous planets, and all in order to use the only chance to get out of prison and return home to his wife and children.

Why similar: Platformer 25.9%, Action 24%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Indie 16.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

Humanity Asset is a Metroid-style 3D platformer that pays homage to the traditional retro classic shoot ‘em up genre. Aliens have invaded Earth to strip the planet of its resources, to save their own dying planet. As in all classic shoot 'em ups, only you can save the day - now there’s a surprise!

Why similar: Action 39.5%, Platformer 18.7%, Side Scroller 16%, Indie 13.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.9%

GUNKID 99 is a fast and frantic 2D arena-shooter that will seriously challenge your skills and reflexes. Craft your own unique play-style and develop crazy combos​ with numerous weapons and abilities at your disposal! Lay waste to endless hordes of enemies and get that top score on the Global Leaderboards!

Why similar: Action 21.6%, Indie 15.2%, Platformer 14.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Side Scroller 12%

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Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Side Scroller 26.1%, Platformer 20.9%, Shooter 14.1%, Action 12%

There's only You, the brave Sergio Fox, the parcel and the destination point!

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 33.6%, Action 32.4%, Indie 18.9%, 2D 15.1%

Nowhere Patrol is a boss rush game with bullet hell and platforming elements. Inspired by classic action arcade games with it's steep difficulty curve and non-stop action.

Why similar: Action 29.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Indie 19.8%, Platformer 18.8%, 2D 7.6%

Horizon Shift is an explosive wave based single screen shooter with a ton of new ideas and platformer elements. Do what it takes to protect your horizon from the ever encroaching enemy attack!

Why similar: Action 44.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Indie 26.5%

Peace Data — hard "Roguelike" game, in which you have to play for Bitard, saving Rusland from the tyranny of the authorities that destroyed the opposition and led the country to ruin, making slaves of citizens.

Why similar: Action 36.3%, Indie 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Shooter 9.3%

The UNFP's been kicked in the teeth by a G'ell invasion force and their last and only hope is a planetary outpost and its fleet of experimental DSP MkI Forward Assault Fighters and anyone marshal enough to strap into one and forcefully accept some apologies.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Action 20%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Indie 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%