- #1 NINJA KATO 1
97% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: KIBODO
Windows
First in the Ninja Kato series! Now available in the nostalgic portable game style! Clear all 4 stages and train Kato!
Why similar: Runner 47.3%, 1980s 23.2%, Action 19.8%, 2D 6.7%, Indie 1.6%
- #2 Cakefoot
96% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: dank.game
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fork it up! Cakefoot is a challenging, single-button dodge ’em up on rails. Pilot a walking cake – hold to accelerate, let go to drift back – and survive against all odds. Featuring 22 epic levels, arcade mode, unlockables, and high scores, Cakefoot is endlessly replayable, and impossible to defeat.
Why similar: Runner 35.8%, Minimalist 18.1%, Arcade 16.4%, Action 16%, Physics 7.7%
- #3 Eightrun
96% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Present Abstract Limited
Windows
Eightrun is an intense, minimalist game of fast reflexes, in which the player tries to dodge patterns of obstacles while moving down an endless, octagonal tunnel.
Why similar: Runner 45.7%, Minimalist 18.5%, Arcade 13.1%, Action 12.4%, Score Attack 9.5%
- #4 Jump! Jump! Jump!
95% matchMixed42% of 19 reviews2017
Dev: XiNFiNiTY Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Jump! Jump! Jump! is a score based platformer game, it required all your reflexes and concentration to beat the highest score and collect coins to unlock new character!
Why similar: Runner 39.9%, Minimalist 17.2%, Action 17%, Arcade 14.5%, 2D 5.7%
- #5 Apple Run
94% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: RainSquid
Windows
A fun twist on the classic video game 'snake'! You are a free roaming snake collecting apples and avoiding lava. Complete challenges, customize your snake and unlock achievements. What is the maximum score you can get?
Why similar: Runner 33.6%, Arcade 12.5%, Score Attack 12.1%, Minimalist 10.6%, 1980s 10.3%
- #6 NYC TAXI
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Parker Personal
Windows
Take control of the taxi and steer it left and right. Use the vehicle's headlights to eliminate insects flying toward the car. The game ends when the vehicle runs out of fuel.
Why similar: Runner 35.8%, Arcade 16.5%, Action 16.4%, 1980s 13.4%, 1990's 9.4%
- #7 Cavern Rusher
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Samuel Murchison Seka
Windows
Cavern Rusher is a fast-paced "go for the high score" runner with 5 areas and 8 structures to explore.
Why similar: Runner 42.2%, Action 20.2%, Arcade 18.2%, 1990's 12.6%, 2D 5.9%
- #8 Glob Dash
92% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Spike Studio
Windows
Speedrun to get the best time you can on each stage. Optimize your route to get faster and unlock more skins, but be careful to not punch your monitor out of pure rage.
Why similar: Runner 28.7%, Minimalist 22.1%, Arcade 21.8%, Action 18.1%, 2D 8%
- #9 Slippery Sammy
91% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: LGV
Windows · Mac · Linux
Slippery Sammy is an arcade game where you help Sammy to walk as further as possible in a snowy afternoon, trying not to slip so much on the freezing sidewalk.
Why similar: Runner 32.7%, Arcade 14.1%, Score Attack 13.8%, 1980s 13.1%, Minimalist 11.6%
- #10 Pixel Game Maker Series LUNLUN SUPER HERO BABIES PLUS NEWGAMES
90% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: LUNLUNGAMESPub: Gotcha Gotcha Games
Windows
Three games in one! Volume up! A compilation of Super Baby LUNLUN's action ! A super bargain edition!
Why similar: Runner 50.4%, Arcade 21.6%, Action 17%, 2D 9.7%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #11 Trigonometry
91% matchPositive82% of 49 reviews2017
Dev: XiNFiNiTY Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Trigonometry is a fun casual game, The rotating triangle in Trigonometry is the pivoting center of this exciting action game! Match colors to go further and try to beat your own score!
Why similar: Runner 36.3%, Minimalist 19.9%, Arcade 15.6%, Action 15.4%, 2D 6.5%
- #12 Perpetual Mazes
89% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Ajaira BhejalPub: Shup
Windows
Solve the maze, stay alive, power up... See how many levels you have the patience to go ;-)
Why similar: Runner 37.2%, Arcade 17.1%, 1980s 16.1%, Minimalist 13.1%, 1990's 10.7%
- #13 The Prowler Hell
88% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: UnderGround Void Studios
Windows
Escape from the devastated land and try to survive.
Why similar: Runner 32.2%, Arcade 15%, Minimalist 11.1%, 1980s 10.8%, Action 9.9%
- #14 Retro Wave
89% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Qrow Tech
Windows
Retro Wave is an endless runner in which you have to avoid various obstacles in order to achieve the highest possible score. Compete with other players worldwide on a global leaderboard and become number 1.
Why similar: Runner 35.6%, 1980s 18.2%, Arcade 13.6%, Minimalist 12.3%, Action 10.2%
- #15 Elevator Action™ -Returns- S-Tribute
87% matchVery Positive88% of 82 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Infiltrate a terrorist occupied tower, airport, and shopping mall to get classified data and stop their plans. New features have been added to this revival of the home console version of Elevator Action Returns, a masterpiece 2D action game. Also features 2 player mode.
Why similar: Runner 36.7%, Arcade 21.8%, Action 19.4%, 1990's 14.5%, 2D 6.5%
- #16 spec
86% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2024
Dev: Euch
Windows
A series of classic arcade style game modes that will test your skill, puzzle-solving, and reaction. There are 66 levels to conquer across 11 different game modes, secrets to discover along the way, bonus modes to unlock... you'll be surprised how much can be packed into one little spec.
Why similar: Minimalist 26.7%, 1980s 19.1%, Runner 18.6%, 1990's 17.7%, Arcade 8.3%
- #17 Neon Void Runner
86% matchMixed47% of 19 reviews2018
Dev: Falco Software
Windows
NeonVoid Runner is a infinite runner in which the player will test their reaction time in a fast virtual reality race placed in a futurist synthwave neon world.
Why similar: Runner 42%, Minimalist 16.7%, Action 16.5%, Arcade 14.1%, 2D 5.5%
- #18 Circular
85% matchMixed56% of 16 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITE BRIDGE
Windows
Circular is an arcade scoring game.
Why similar: Runner 45.7%, Arcade 20.5%, Minimalist 15.7%, Score Attack 9.3%, 2D 6.5%
- #19 Flying Ferret
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Growth Software
Windows
In this action game, a mysterious ferret with special jumping ability and its friends are made to jump and fly at high speed from island to island over the blue ocean to fly farther and farther.
Why similar: Runner 56.5%, Arcade 19.5%, Action 12.3%, Score Attack 9.5%, Indie 1.4%
- #20 TRUMP BREAKOUT
82% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: FUNAKI GAMES
Windows
The Ultimate Evolution of the Classic Breakout, Reborn for the Modern Era.Aim for high scores with combos! With block arrangements that change every time you play, this endlessly fresh version of Breakout never gets old.
Why similar: 1980s 26.3%, Action 24%, Arcade 23.8%, Score Attack 14.7%, 2D 7.9%
- #21 Battle of the Edges
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: AMIE Interactive
Windows
A fast neon arcade game where you bounce through a physics-based arena to hit edges, outscore three bots, activate quick power-ups, and unlock glowing skins. Enjoy intense, competitive, and replayable 60-second rounds built for pure arcade action.
Why similar: 1980s 25.4%, Arcade 21.8%, Action 21.6%, Score Attack 10.9%, Physics 9.1%
- #22 Destructive Behavior
84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Mark Green
Windows
Brick breaker arcade action with unique features
Why similar: 1980s 33.3%, Arcade 30.2%, Action 24.1%, 2D 8.2%, Indie 2.2%
- #23 Thrust Legend
83% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: Peter Klauser
Windows
There are a lot of bad thrust clones out there... This is not one of them.
Why similar: Arcade 22.6%, Action 22.4%, 1980s 17.2%, Minimalist 15.1%, Physics 11%
- #24 Highway Hopper
81% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: RaayPub: Raay Games
Windows
Jump over guardrails, dodge obstacles, and chase the high score – welcome to Highway Hopper!
Why similar: Runner 26.4%, Arcade 22.5%, Minimalist 21.1%, 1980s 17.8%, 2D 7.5%
- #25 Brickade
81% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Sturmjager Studios
Windows
A skill-based journey through the world of the brick-breaking arcade genre. Master precise angle shots, get slimed, dodge falling barrels, crack open safes, or drop a precision airstrike on a swarm of flying bomb-bats blocking a laser switch... all while smashing every brick in sight.
Why similar: Arcade 26.4%, 1980s 21.2%, 1990's 15%, Action 12.3%, Physics 11.7%
- #26 Udder
79% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Aesthetician Labs
Windows
Reach escape velocity as a cow with no legs in this tiny reflexive one-button endless runner.
Why similar: Runner 50.7%, Arcade 17.1%, Score Attack 13.7%, Action 10.9%, 2D 4.6%
- #27 Gigabot Run
79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Zylos Games LLC
Windows
Gigabot Run is a fast-paced non-stop action game that will challenge your skills
Why similar: Runner 48.2%, Action 22.8%, Arcade 22.5%, 2D 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #28 TimeWarp Race
80% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: funToknow
Windows
A fast-paced endless traffic racer with stylized pixel art! Dodge cars, combine power-ups like Ghost Mode, Magnet, Bomb, Shield, and Engine, unlock achievements, collect daily rewards, and climb the global leaderboard in this fun and addictive arcade challenge.
Why similar: Runner 33.6%, Action 14.8%, Arcade 14.2%, Minimalist 12.1%, 1980s 11.5%
- #29 PizzaCat
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Jess Makes Games
Windows · Mac
Ride a slice of pizza through space as PizzaCat. Collect toppings, dodge asteroids, and whatever you do…don’t cheese it.
Why similar: Runner 45.5%, Arcade 17.3%, Score Attack 16.6%, Action 11.9%, 2D 6.2%
- #30 The Climb
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PiggyBanx Inc.
Windows
The Climb is a casual platformer game which involves accurate jumps through different obstacles and speedy gameplay as you rise to the very top. Try not to fall though as you only continue wherever you land. Complete the game with a record time and you can even obtain a piece of art in real life!
Why similar: Runner 54.8%, Arcade 23.6%, 1990's 20.3%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #31 WallSmashers
76% matchMixed60% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Thomas Leyland TorrPub: Pleyland Games
Windows
an action physics-destruction-based infinite runner where you smash into walls at high speeds in order to accumulated multipliers and points. THIS IS NOT A RACING GAME! See how you stack against other players with our leaderboards (on mobile only for now)
Why similar: Runner 41.4%, Minimalist 18%, Action 17.3%, Physics 10.7%, Arcade 10.6%
- #32 Righty Tighty XL
77% matchVery Positive94% of 172 reviews2018
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Righty Tighty XL is a fast-paced, minimalist arcade score chaser with simple one-button controls. Turn right, collect points, and return them to the goal zone while dodging obstacles. An addictive ‘just-one-more-round’ challenge, perfect for quick sessions or while waiting in queue!
Why similar: Runner 32%, Minimalist 18.1%, Arcade 17.6%, Score Attack 13.4%, Action 10%
- #33 Vortex Rush
78% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Hairy Penguin
Windows
Pit yourself against the clock as you weave through the vortex avoiding obstacles and going as far as possible before your time expires. Vortex rush challenges you to go as fast as possible and stay alive doing it.
Why similar: Runner 63.5%, Action 29.4%, Indie 7.1%
- #34 Threadline
74% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: Nathan Hedaux
Windows
A clean, rhythm‑infused precision runner where you weave through shifting obstacles with focus and flow. Threadline rewards instinct, timing, and mastery, delivering short, intense runs that pull you into a calm, satisfying state of momentum.
Why similar: Runner 44%, Score Attack 19.7%, Arcade 18.9%, Minimalist 11.9%, Action 4.7%
- #35 Roll Or Die
73% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Crimson Cloud Games
Windows
A precision physics arcade game about momentum and panic. The floor vanishes, your heart spikes, and you hit restart for ‘one more run.
Why similar: Runner 35.1%, Arcade 16.7%, Score Attack 15.6%, Physics 11.5%, Minimalist 11.2%
- #36 Centipede Simulator
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UFO Crash Games
Windows
Experience life as a centipede! Munch on crickets to grow longer and evade deadly predators in a frantic struggle for survival across multiple game modes. How long can you last?
Why similar: Runner 46.2%, Arcade 20.7%, Score Attack 15.9%, Action 15.4%, Indie 1.2%
- #37 Rooster Saga: I Believe I Can Fly
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Valmere Games
Windows
A fast-paced arcade action game where you play as a chubby rooster escaping a dangerous construction-zone turf, dodging bullets, and urban chaos in an endless, bullet-hell inspired run.
Why similar: Runner 54.9%, Arcade 19.1%, Action 16.3%, Physics 5%, 2D 4.2%
- #38 Infinity Escape
75% matchMixed42% of 24 reviews2018
Dev: XiNFiNiTY Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6 minMean: 21.1 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Infinity Escape is a reflex based game that will push your gaming skills to the maximum in a world full of obstacles, only to get the best score!
Why similar: Runner 39.3%, Action 19.1%, Minimalist 18.5%, Arcade 17%, Indie 4.6%
- #39 PONG EMOTIONAL
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: FUNAKI GAMES
Windows
Legendary classic game "PONG" returns with stunning visuals and emotionally stirring sound! A high-performance AI precisely predicts the ball's trajectory and counters with calculated moves. If you can clear STAGE 30, you're a true super player!
Why similar: 1980s 28%, Action 26.1%, Arcade 25%, Physics 11.4%, 2D 8.2%
- #40 Ding Dong XL
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 875 reviews2018
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
A fast-paced, neon-infused arcade game with simple one-button controls! Addictive, easy to learn, and perfect for quick sessions. Challenge yourself to beat your high score while waiting in queue for another game!
Why similar: Runner 37.1%, Arcade 13.9%, Minimalist 13.8%, 1980s 11.2%, Score Attack 10.7%
- #41 Bing Bong XL
73% matchVery Positive90% of 271 reviews2018
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Bing Bong XL is a fast-paced, minimalist arcade score chaser with simple one-button controls. Dodge obstacles, collect points, and survive as long as possible in this addictive ‘just-one-more-round’ challenge. Perfect for quick sessions or while waiting in queue for another game!
Why similar: Runner 32.2%, Arcade 18.5%, Minimalist 16.6%, Score Attack 13.4%, Action 9.9%
- #42 Super Shootin Star
70% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: FromLefcourt
Windows
Shoot up the leaderboards in a high scoring throwback to simpler times when stars were stars, and if we needed to jump, we shot at the ground. Use pure skill to launch yourself ever upward in Classic Mode, or earn experience and unlock powerful upgrades in Rogue Mode.
Why similar: Runner 30.3%, Arcade 19.1%, Action 17.7%, Score Attack 16.9%, 1980s 10%
- #43 Captain The Runner
73% matchMostly Negative38% of 13 reviews2018
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
Captain The Runner is an endless runner game based on retro graphics, where the player must avoid colliding with the cars, buses, spaceships, water bodies and much more.
Why similar: Runner 59%, Arcade 20.9%, Minimalist 12.2%, 2D 4.7%, Indie 2.3%
- #44 Radial Fusion
72% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: PatchCode, LLC
Windows
2D retro style orbital space arcade shooter game. In this multilevel game, use your ship's beam and plasma weapon to fend off enemy ships and mines. Prevent the star from exploding and destroying the solar system.
Why similar: Arcade 23.4%, Score Attack 19.3%, 1980s 18.8%, Action 16.7%, Minimalist 10.6%
- #45 SpeedRacer
69% matchPositive97% of 39 reviews2024
Dev: anthund
Windows · Mac · Linux
Control a continuously accelerating spaceship, dodging and blasting obstacles to the beat of an adrenaline-pumping soundtrack.
Why similar: Runner 42.8%, Arcade 20.8%, Action 20.5%, Minimalist 14.9%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #46 Skippy's Grand Escape
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Tobias Mathes
Windows · Linux
Escape increasingly complex mazes as fast as possible. Optimize your path. Select skills tactically. Watch out for enemies, traps, black holes and more in this space themed top down maze runner.
Why similar: Runner 49.3%, Action 19.6%, Minimalist 14.7%, Arcade 7.6%, 2D 6.5%
- #47 Orbt XL
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,395 reviews2017
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Defy gravity in Orbt XL! A fast-paced, addictive, 'just-one-more-round' arcade score chaser. Stay in orbit, dodge obstacles, and rack up points, the closer you are to the black hole, the higher your score! Easy to learn, tough to master, and perfect for quick play sessions while waiting in queue.
Why similar: Runner 29.4%, Arcade 16.1%, Minimalist 15.4%, Score Attack 13.9%, Action 8.8%
- #48 The Neon Mate
71% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2020
Dev: Rhomita
Windows
The Neon Mate is an unique retro 3D platformer experience with synthwave music and endless gameplay
Why similar: Runner 46.4%, Arcade 14.4%, Action 10.8%, Minimalist 10.4%, 1980s 10.1%
- #49 CyberBlocker Complete Edition
70% matchPositive96% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: KT.SOFTWARE
Windows
It is a block breaker with a gauge type power-up system. The player's ship can always fire a shot, which, combined with the power-up system, makes it an aggressive block breaker. The difficulty level can be adjusted depending on the ship, so it can be enjoyed by both beginners and experts.
Why similar: Arcade 23%, Action 21.8%, 1980s 21.5%, 1990's 15.9%, Score Attack 10%
- #50 Pivot XL
70% matchVery Positive95% of 182 reviews2018
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Pivot XL is a fast-paced, minimalist arcade score chaser with simple one-button controls. Pivot, dodge obstacles, and survive as long as possible in this addictive ‘just-one-more-round’ challenge. Perfect for quick sessions or while waiting in queue for another game!
Why similar: Runner 29.5%, Arcade 18.5%, Minimalist 18.4%, Score Attack 13.8%, Action 10.3%
- #51 Breaking Survivors
68% matchVery Positive89% of 71 reviews2023
Dev: Axel Born
Windows · Linux
Brick-breaking gameplay meets Survivors-like mechanics. Use your balls to destroy bricks, level up and pick upgrades to hold your ground against waves of incoming bricks and try to high score in this roguelite brick breaking game.
Why similar: 1980s 22.6%, Arcade 20.2%, Minimalist 19%, Score Attack 17.2%, 1990's 9.5%
- #52 Medieval Marathon: A Quest for Gold
71% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Phoenix Pulse Games
Windows
Fun little endless runner. Great for killing time.
Why similar: Runner 60.7%, Action 18.8%, Arcade 18%, Indie 1.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #53 Rock Bottom
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wild Sloth
Windows
Run. Jump. Run some more. Never look back. In Rock Bottom, you're just one mistake away from being crushed by a massive massive boulder. You must jump ... but jump wisely.
Why similar: Runner 35.3%, Arcade 22.4%, Action 22.3%, Minimalist 13.9%, 2D 5%
- #54 Counterspell
68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Foxi
Windows
How long can you survive in this endless draw-em-up? Cast spells to defend yourself from the deadly warding glyphs.
Why similar: Runner 34.3%, Arcade 19.9%, Action 19%, Minimalist 14.1%, Score Attack 5.9%
- #55 The Last Glimpse
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Miknar Games
Windows
A fast-paced atmospheric runner where a broken flashlight reveals the path for only a second. Memorize the road, react on instinct, and survive the darkness.
Why similar: Runner 59.7%, Arcade 19.1%, Action 18.8%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #56 RetroDrift: Retrowave Online Road
66% matchMostly Positive79% of 81 reviews2022
Dev: PlatSTUDIO
Windows
Dive into the atmosphere of the 80's, rushing along the neon roads towards the sunset, letting your supercar drift, enjoying the wonderful tracks in retrowave style.
Why similar: Runner 25.7%, 1980s 18.2%, 1990's 13.8%, Minimalist 13.2%, Arcade 11.7%
- #57 Face Invaders
68% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: SethPub: PSG Studios
Windows
An arcade style score-attack game that takes place in the universe of Purple Shirt Guy. Shoot or dodge the Face Invaders, and try to get the highest score possible. Beware of Full-Body generals! They don't like you taking out their minions...
Why similar: Action 22.6%, 1980s 21.2%, Arcade 20.8%, 1990's 14.9%, Score Attack 11%
- #58 Blastonier
67% match8 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: Narcitheus
Windows
A 2D physics-based puzzle game inspired by old flash games and arcade tasking you with shooting a ball into a cube.
Why similar: Arcade 27.2%, Minimalist 24%, 1980s 22.3%, Physics 14.2%, 2D 9.3%
- #59 Dungeon Fall
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Hot Seat, Ltd
Windows
In this fantasy action game, you dodge obstacles and pick up treasure while falling in an endless cavern. Unlock characters with powerful movement abilities as you strive to fall deeper and deeper before the inevitable SPLAT.
Why similar: Runner 43.7%, 1980s 18.3%, Arcade 17.8%, Action 12.7%, 2D 6.5%
- #60 Retrowave 2
63% matchVery Positive91% of 349 reviews2024
Dev: RewindApp
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 14.0 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Neon lights, palm trees, synthwave, '80s supercars speeding down an endless highway... Welcome to the world of Retrowave!
Why similar: Runner 41.1%, 1980s 20.2%, Arcade 17.4%, Action 10.9%, 1990's 9.8%