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Games Like Pineapple Smash Crew

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Twin Stick Shooter, Indie, Top-Down Shooter.

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Winner of the 2011 Eurogamer Indie Arcade award, Pineapple Smash Crew is a fast-paced, tactical blast-em-up with a unique modern-retro feel!

Reviews: Very Positive — 80% — of 123 reviews
Released: 2012-02-02
Developer: RichMakeGame
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 30 min
Mean playtime: 1.8 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 33%

Overview

Pineapple Smash Crew stands out for its unique blend of tactical squad management and fast-paced, top-down twin-stick action. These recommendations focus on games that capture that same high-intensity procedural combat, emphasizing tactical positioning, squad-based mechanics, and retro-inspired arcade shooter sensibilities.

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  1. #1 Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop
    97% matchVery Positive95% of 23,448 reviews2017
    Dev: Reactive Drop Team
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Co-operative top-down shooter game available for free. An epic bug hunt featuring a unique blend of co-op play and squad-level tactics.

    Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive squad-based tactical top-down shooter that perfectly captures the team-management feel of the seed game.

  2. #2 HELLDIVERS™ Dive Harder Edition
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 32,984 reviews2015
    Dev: Arrowhead Game StudiosPub: PlayStation Publishing LLC
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 20.7 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    HELLDIVERS™ is a hardcore, cooperative, twin stick shooter. As part of the elite unit called the HELLDIVERS, players must work together to protect SUPER EARTH and defeat the enemies of mankind in an intense intergalactic war.

    Why similar: Action 100%

    Why You'll Like It: It offers intense, top-down tactical squad combat where coordination and positioning are just as important as your aim.

  3. #3 SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 13,002 reviews2018
    Dev: Flow Fire Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    SYNTHETIK is an unforgiving tactical shooter rogue-lite where freedom and experimentation is key. Fight in a world overrun by the Machine Legion and their Gods. Experience the next level in gun-play and dive into unparalleled build options and Android upgrades. Can you defeat the Heart of Armageddon?

    Why similar: Action 53.2%, Indie 46.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A deep, tactical top-down shooter that features complex weapon mechanics and procedural elements similar to the seed game's tactical focus.

  4. #4 Nuclear Throne
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 19,420 reviews2015
    Dev: Vlambeer
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?

    Why similar: Action 50.5%, Indie 49.5%

    Why You'll Like It: This game provides the gold standard for fast-paced, procedural top-down roguelike action.

  5. #5 Enter the Gungeon
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,241 reviews2016
    Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 31.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Enter the Gungeon is a bullet hell dungeon crawler following a band of misfits seeking to shoot, loot, dodge roll and table-flip their way to personal absolution by reaching the legendary Gungeon’s ultimate treasure: the gun that can kill the past.

    Why similar: Action 50.1%, Indie 49.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A highly polished top-down shooter that emphasizes tactical movement and procedural dungeon crawling.

  6. #6 Assault Android Cactus+
    93% matchVery Positive94% of 2,000 reviews2015
    Dev: Witch Beam
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.

    Why similar: Action 100%

    Why You'll Like It: It delivers high-octane twin-stick action with a focus on fast movement and intense arena-based combat.

  7. #7 Rogue Shooter: The FPS Roguelike
    94% matchMostly Positive74% of 366 reviews2014
    Dev: Hippomancer
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    A fast-paced mashup of roguelikes and first-person shooters.

    Why similar: Action 89.2%, Indie 10.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It shares the procedural shooter DNA and arcade-like progression found in the seed game.

  8. #8 Feral Fury
    92% matchVery Positive81% of 130 reviews2017
    Dev: Skandivania GamesPub: Skandivania Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 30.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Fast-paced twin stick shooter rogue-lite action

    Why similar: Action 55.7%, Indie 44.3%

    Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that features top-down shooting mechanics and procedural level generation.

  9. #9 Neon Chrome
    91% matchVery Positive91% of 1,170 reviews2016
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A masterful combination of top-down shooter and endless replayability with procedural levels. Blast your way through walls & enemies with guns and cybernetic abilities. Install perks from cyber chambers and upgrade your character stats after each death. Can you stop the Overseer?

    Why similar: Action 57.3%, Indie 42.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A procedural twin-stick shooter that allows for tactical character upgrades and destructive environments.

  10. #10 Teleglitch: Die More Edition
    91% matchVery Positive85% of 2,891 reviews2013
    Dev: Test3 ProjectsPub: Paradox Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    In a cold, dark future dominated by mega-corporations, a small lonely planet on the edge of habitable space is the site of a shadowy research facility specializing in necrotic tissue reactivation. You are a scientist who has suddenly awoken to the realization that you are the lone survivor.

    Why similar: Indie 50%, Action 50%

    Why You'll Like It: A gritty, tactical top-down roguelike that rewards careful planning and resource management during combat.

  11. #11 Heckabomb
    90% matchMixed63% of 313 reviews2015
    Dev: Allicorn GamesPub: KISS ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Explosive twin stick shooter. Lots of upgrades. Full controller support. Awesome soundtrack.

    Why similar: Indie 55.5%, Action 44.5%

    Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style twin-stick shooter that focuses on high-speed movement and rapid-fire combat.

  12. #12 Scoregasm
    89% matchVery Positive83% of 142 reviews2012
    Dev: RC KnightPub: Charlie's Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 26%

    Scoregasm is an incredible, variety rich shooter with a non-linear, branching paths style galaxy to explore. It's pretty, accessible, fun and really rather good! Blast your way through the galaxy's many varied levels and use your skills to change your route, find new levels, new enemies, unlock bonus challenge stages and fight the bosses...

    Why similar: Action 55.7%, Indie 44.3%

    Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style twin-stick shooter that emphasizes high-score chasing and fast-paced combat.

  13. #13 Crimsonland
    88% matchVery Positive93% of 3,083 reviews2014
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Thousands of aliens, giant spiders, mutant lizards, and more are on the attack - can you survive the onslaught? Crimsonland is a top-down shooter with a touch of RPG. Unlock over 30 weapons and over 50 perks from quirky to brutal. Complete the quest and show your skills in five survival modes.

    Why similar: Action 66%, Indie 34%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic, fast-paced top-down arena shooter that mirrors the relentless action of the seed game.

  14. #14 Nation Red
    86% matchVery Positive88% of 2,776 reviews2009
    Dev: DiezelPower
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Nation Red is an ultra fast infinite play arena-based shooter providing an exceptional close-quarter battlefield experience. Fight thousands of zombie mutants and their bosses in frantic bloody gameplay while earning close to 100 perks. Fight in Barricade, Survival or Free Play mode.

    Why similar: Action 63.3%, Indie 36.7%

    Why You'll Like It: An intense top-down shooter that focuses on surviving waves of enemies with arcade-style progression.

  15. #15 Flame Over
    87% matchMostly Positive74% of 179 reviews2015
    Dev: Laughing Jackal LTDPub: Ghostlight LTD
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Blending top down "squirt em-up" action and "Pyroguelike" game mechanics, Flame Over features fast-paced fire-fighting thrills, randomly generated levels, 4 different game zones and dastardly hazards at every turn!

    Why similar: Action 64.6%, Indie 35.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down roguelike that requires tactical decision-making under pressure, similar to the seed game's intensity.

  16. #16 Xeno Crisis
    85% matchVery Positive87% of 209 reviews2019
    Dev: Bitmap Bureau
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Xeno Crisis is an arena shooter in which up to two players take control of battle-hardened marines embarking on a deadly mission to confront an alien menace! Run and gun your way through thousands of adversaries, searching for survivors, and ultimately facing the origin of the outpost's demise.

    Why similar: Action 61.8%, Indie 38.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A modern, retro-inspired twin-stick shooter that captures the arcade intensity of the seed game.

  17. #17 The Ascent
    83% matchMostly Positive74% of 24,155 reviews2021
    Dev: Neon GiantPub: KRAFTON, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    The Ascent is a solo and co-op Action-shooter RPG set in a cyberpunk world. The mega corporation that owns you and everyone, The Ascent Group, has just collapsed. Can you survive without it?

    Why similar: Action 64.4%, Indie 35.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical top-down shooter with RPG elements that emphasizes positioning and environmental awareness.

  18. #18 Tesla vs Lovecraft
    84% matchVery Positive90% of 1,231 reviews2018
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Tesla vs Lovecraft is an intense top-down twin stick arena shooter from the creators of Crimsonland and Neon Chrome. Play as the enigmatic inventor Nikola Tesla harnessing the static energy to power up Tesla-Mech and give the lovecraftian nightmares a lesson in horror!

    Why similar: Action 56.9%, Indie 43.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced twin-stick shooter featuring powerful weaponry and chaotic, screen-filling action.

  19. #19 Satellite Rush
    86% matchVery Positive81% of 74 reviews2016
    Dev: Kimeric LabsPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Satellite Rush is a sci-fi top-down shooter with pixel art graphics and Roguelike elements. Take control of an abducted office worker and blast through Satellite Moebius, a space gladitorial arena where you'll have to please the audience to get new itens and survive!

    Why similar: Action 58.6%, Indie 41.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that utilizes procedural generation to keep the combat encounters fresh and challenging.

  20. #20 Door Kickers: Action Squad
    82% matchVery Positive95% of 10,451 reviews2018
    Dev: PixelShardPub: KillHouse Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    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: Action 61.3%, Indie 38.7%

    Why You'll Like It: While side-scrolling, it captures the tactical, squad-based breach-and-clear gameplay that defines the seed game.

  21. #21 Witchinour
    84% matchVery Positive92% of 59 reviews2017
    Dev: mahojigoku
    Windows

    Witchinour is a roguelite twin stick shooter focused on fast, 60fps action and constantly increasing difficulty. You play as an explorer who comes across a dungeon that an apprentice witch named Nour found herself lost in years ago on a full moon...

    Why similar: Action 54.1%, Indie 45.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down roguelike shooter that focuses on perma-death and procedural dungeon exploration.

  22. #22 PewPew Live
    80% matchVery Positive93% of 76 reviews2022
    Dev: Jean-François Geyelin
    Windows

    A fast twin-stick shooter where you compete for the top spot in the leaderboards.

    Why similar: Action 88.4%, Indie 11.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A minimalist twin-stick shooter that strips the genre down to its purest, most intense form.

  23. #23 Gare Sapphire Mechs
    82% matchMixed69% of 51 reviews2015
    Dev: Prexen Studios
    Windows

    A polished top down action shooter set in a digital like world with upgradable mechs.

    Why similar: Action 55.7%, Indie 44.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that focuses on mech-based combat and arcade-style progression.

  24. #24 Hyper Sentinel
    81% matchVery Positive84% of 68 reviews2018
    Dev: Four5Six PixelPub: Huey Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 21%

    A face-melting, pixel-pumping arcade shoot 'em up featuring awesome power-ups, epic boss battles and spectacular effects at a blistering 60fps. Blast into battle against giant space destroyers in Arcade Mode, tackle endless waves of enemies in Survival Mode and face off against epic level guardians in Boss Run mode.

    Why similar: Action 55.7%, Indie 44.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled arcade shooter that captures the fast-paced, high-score focus of the seed game.

  25. #25 Undercroft Warriors
    76% matchMostly Positive79% of 459 reviews2024
    Dev: Fuzzy
    Windows

    Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!

    Why similar: Action 72.6%, Indie 27.4%

  26. #26 Champions of Breakfast
    79% matchVery Positive84% of 204 reviews2016
    Dev: Pirate Software
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    A fast-paced arcade shooter breakfast-hell.

    Why similar: Action 55%, Indie 45%

    Why You'll Like It: A difficult, arcade-style shooter that requires precise movement and quick reflexes.

  27. #27 Ion Assault
    81% matchMixed69% of 181 reviews2010
    Dev: CoreplayPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    In ION ASSAULT players wield thousands of Ion Particles to blast, fry and disrupt anything on screen as you see fit! GAMEPLAY WITH A TWIST: By centering its gameplay around its unique fluid and particle physics system, ION ASSAULT adds a twist to arcade style space shooters!

    Why similar: Action 57.1%, Indie 42.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A casual yet intense twin-stick shooter that focuses on arcade-style enemy destruction.

  28. #28 Laser Disco Defenders
    79% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2016
    Dev: Out Of BoundsPub: Excalibur Publishing
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    A self-inflicted bullet hell that combines retro sci-fi with the sounds and sights of the disco era

    Why similar: Action 57.3%, Indie 42.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A procedural twin-stick shooter that emphasizes movement and tactical dodging.

  29. #29 CometStriker DX
    78% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2018
    Dev: Iced Lizard Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    CometStriker DX is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter where you boost through danger and blast everything in your way!

    Why similar: Action 59.8%, Indie 40.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A shooter that blends tactical elements with classic arcade-style gameplay.

  30. #30 Sky Mercenaries
    78% matchMixed69% of 125 reviews2014
    Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Sky Mercenaries - Fast paced action overdose with rpg elements

    Why similar: Action 54.8%, Indie 45.2%

    Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style shoot-em-up that focuses on relentless action and wave-based combat.

  31. #31 Pizza Hero
    72% matchVery Positive90% of 973 reviews2024
    Dev: Astro Hound
    Windows

    Pizza Hero is a unique shoot 'em up roguelike. The toppings you select affect your abilities. For example, pepperoni throws grenades while blue cheese creates a pungent perimeter.

    Why similar: Action 78.8%, Indie 21.2%

  32. #32 Space Smash
    76% matchVery Positive89% of 53 reviews2019
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows · Linux

    A retro-style, fast-paced, and addictive shoot 'em up. A throwback to the classic arcade games of the 80s. Great for playing while waiting in line for another game. 🎮 (shmup)

    Why similar: Action 100%

  33. #33 Moss Destruction
    75% matchMostly Positive72% of 113 reviews2019
    Dev: Shotgun with Glitters
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A fast-paced rogue-lite with procedurally generated, action packed levels. Rank up and install Mech Tech upgrades from an overstock! Snap on ability cartridges to your battle-mech, slay huge bosses through 3 distinctive worlds and guide your tiny green heroes towards victory!

    Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%

  34. #34 Alien Zombie Megadeath
    77% matchMostly Positive74% of 77 reviews2011
    Dev: PomPomPub: Pom Pom Games
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Alien Zombie Megadeath is a gloriously intense platform shoot-em-up!

    Why similar: Action 56.4%, Indie 43.6%

  35. #35 Sektori
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 704 reviews2025
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Sektori is an intense, fast paced twin-stick shooter infused with hard hitting techno music. A game where the high-adrenaline gameplay, visuals, and music come together to transport you into another state of consciousness.

    Why similar: Action 100%

  36. #36 Ziggurat
    73% matchVery Positive85% of 3,953 reviews2014
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Dungeon-Crawling First Person Shooting at its finest! Fast-paced combat! Dozens of perks, spells and enemies! Level ups! Random Dungeons! Traps! Badass bosses! Carrots!

    Why similar: Action 100%

  37. #37 Bullet Candy
    77% matchMixed52% of 87 reviews2007
    Dev: R C Knight
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 14%

    Bullet Candy is a fast paced, action packed arena shooter. There are a variety of combo systems and many secret techniques that you can employ to get the best score and weapon upgrades possible. Viewed from a top-down perspective, Bullet Candy allows for a true 360° shoot-em-up experience.

    Why similar: Indie 100%

  38. #38 Really Big Sky
    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,890 reviews2012
    Dev: Boss BaddiePub: Ripstone
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    A super fast, twin analogue shooter for the modern age!

    Why similar: Indie 59.4%, Action 40.6%

  39. #39 Power-Up
    75% matchMixed58% of 263 reviews2014
    Dev: Psychotic Psoftware
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    A fast-paced retro shoot-'em-up featuring evolving weapons, intense arcade combat and massive bosses — from one-man studio Psychotic Psoftware.

    Why similar: Action 52.6%, Indie 47.4%

  40. #40 Shatter
    72% matchVery Positive94% of 1,323 reviews2010
    Dev: SidhePub: PikPok
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Shatter is a retro-inspired brick-breaking game that merges familiar action with unique twists and a modern crafted production approach.

    Why similar: Indie 51.4%, Action 48.6%

  41. #41 Inferno 2
    73% matchVery Positive86% of 58 reviews2015
    Dev: Radiangames
    Windows

    Inferno 2 is an intense, atmospheric twin-stick adventure-shooter. Blast through 80+ levels full of enemies and secrets while upgrading your ship the way you want.

    Why similar: Action 55.7%, Indie 44.3%

  42. #42 Still Not Dead
    71% matchMostly Positive77% of 217 reviews2018
    Dev: Glove Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Still Not Dead is a challenging roguelite FPS that merges the fast satisfying gunplay of Doom with open stages, insane weaponry, tactical choice and being pursued by death itself. The unique blessing and curse system, plus unlockable skill skulls set the game apart from everything else.

    Why similar: Action 57.1%, Indie 42.9%

  43. #43 Astro Tripper
    74% matchMixed57% of 68 reviews2011
    Dev: PomPomPub: Pom Pom Games
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 20%

    Astro Tripper is a furious shoot-em-up experience inspired by the painful, knuckle busting video games of years gone by.

    Why similar: Action 55.7%, Indie 44.3%

  44. #44 Nex Machina
    69% matchVery Positive87% of 2,168 reviews2017
    Dev: Housemarque
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Nex Machina is an intense arcade style twin-stick shooter from Housemarque. Taking hints from both Robotron and Smash TV, Nex Machina focuses on pure action, voxel destruction and competition in the distant, cablepunk themed future.

    Why similar: Action 63.9%, Indie 36.1%

  45. #45 Super Ember Kaboom
    68% matchVery Positive97% of 69 reviews2022
    Dev: Josh Koenig Games
    Windows · Mac

    Super Ember Kaboom is a fast-paced, cute-and-colorful action game. It has tight controls and simple to learn, difficult to master gameplay that makes each level a joy to run through.

    Why similar: Action 75.3%, Indie 24.7%

  46. #46 Cube Destroyer
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 1,159 reviews2016
    Dev: Freedomize Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Cube Destroyer is a top-down shooter with a dynamic gameplay.

    Why similar: Indie 55.6%, Action 44.4%

  47. #47 Switch 'N' Shoot
    70% matchVery Positive96% of 154 reviews2016
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!

    Why similar: Indie 53.5%, Action 46.5%

  48. #48 Roche Fusion
    71% matchVery Positive94% of 96 reviews2015
    Dev: amulware
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Roche Fusion is a retro, over the top space shooter. An all you can shoot buffet; fast paced and procedurally generated; with crazy waves of enemies, awesome upgrades and wicked boss-fights! Also: Explosions. Lots of explosions.

    Why similar: Action 55.7%, Indie 44.3%

  49. #49 Rocking Pilot
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 68 reviews2017
    Dev: GungroundsPub: Mad Head Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Shoot, blast and slash through hordes of enemies in Rocking Pilot - a twin-stick shooter extravaganza inspired by arcade classics.

    Why similar: Action 53.7%, Indie 46.3%

  50. #50 Relic Hunters Zero: Remix
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 6,757 reviews2015
    Dev: Rogue SnailPub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Relic Hunters Zero: Remix is a remaster of the FREE 1 million player hit game about blasting evil space ducks and turtles with tiny cute guns. It’s fast, it’s tactical, and feels deliciously smooth to play. Unlock new weapons, characters and relics to defeat the Ducan Commander!

    Why similar: Action 100%

  51. #51 Tank Destroyer
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 333 reviews2017
    Dev: Freedomize Studio
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Tank Destroyer is a top-down shooter with a dynamic gameplay and stealth elements.

    Why similar: Action 63.4%, Indie 36.6%

  52. #52 Super Amazing Wagon Adventure
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,927 reviews2013
    Dev: sparsevector
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 37%

    Super Amazing Wagon Adventure is a fast-paced 2d shooting game with a random story. You control a group of three migrants traveling west along a wagon trail. The game consists of short scenes that are sequenced together in a semi-random way to tell a crazy adventure story.

    Why similar: Action 61.5%, Indie 38.5%

  53. #53 Definitely Sneaky But Not Sneaky
    69% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2019
    Dev: boxedworks
    Windows · Linux

    Definitely Sneaky But Not Sneaky is a fast-paced action game featuring tight controls and slow-motion combat. Unlock items, customize your gear, and take out your enemies one by one! Co-op included.

    Why similar: Action 62.3%, Indie 37.7%

  54. #54 Roto Force
    65% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
    Dev: Accidently AwesomePub: PID Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Shoot and dash your way through frantic missions! A twin-stick shooter set in a rotating world. Unlock weapons, move quickly and fight tons of bosses.

    Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%

  55. #55 DashFire
    62% matchVery Positive86% of 77 reviews2025
    Dev: Team DashFire
    Windows

    A fast-paced arena-style shooter with an emphasis on movement, collect various weapons, and other pickups to dominate the competition in a peer-to-peer 8-person free-for-all!

    Why similar: Action 57.1%, Indie 42.9%

  56. #56 Clean'Em Up
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 72 reviews2016
    Dev: Cheesy Holes
    Windows

    Clean’Em Up is a fast paced, arcade-style Top Down Shooter with neon graphics. You play as an Upgradable Antivirus. You seek and destroy tremendous viruses and threats, collect and protect files and survive huge Bosses. The story is simple: Your Computer has been hacked... Dozens of viruses and other threats have penetrated your System...

    Why similar: Action 54.9%, Indie 45.1%

  57. #57 Neon Hardcorps
    69% matchMixed47% of 311 reviews2016
    Dev: Sergey DovganovskiyPub: Back To Basics Gaming
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Neon Hardcorps is a fast paced top down action shooter, inspired by games such as Contra, Metal Slug, Super Turrican, Cybernator, Realm and Doom Troopers.

    Why similar: Indie 64.8%, Action 35.2%

  58. #58 Jetboard Joust
    65% matchVery Positive82% of 99 reviews2020
    Dev: BitBull LtdPub: indie.io
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 28%

    Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!

    Why similar: Action 100%

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