- #1 Cleared Hot
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,299 reviews2025
Dev: Not Knowing CorporationPub: MicroProse Software
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
CLEARED HOT is a nostalgic helicopter shooter with satisfying physics and light tactical elements. Shoot, dodge, move your squad around the battlefield, and pick up almost anything with your rope and magnet.
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 17% ★, Flight 16.2%, Nostalgia 14.8% ★, 1980s 10.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 8.4%
- #2 Metal Thunder
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 423 reviews2024
Dev: Dumbbell Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 22.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Command the legendary gunship in a high-octane action-roguelite! Engage insurgents with devastating firepower in ever-changing missions. Upgrade your arsenal, adapt to dynamic challenges, and survive relentless waves of enemies. Every run offers new tactics and chaos as you dominate the skies.
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 30.6% ★, Flight 27.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Wargame 11.8%, Shooter 5.7%
- #3 Operation Valor
96% matchVery Positive93% of 76 reviews2023
Dev: One Dawn Studios, LLC.
Windows
Operation Valor is a tactical top-down multiplayer shooter that provides large scale combined-arms combat through base building and teamwork.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.8%, Vehicular Combat 20.3% ★, PvP 12.5%, Multiplayer 10.1%, Tactical 9.9%
- #4 Heliborne Collection
95% matchMostly Positive74% of 3,985 reviews2017
Dev: Klabater
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Rotary-wing aviation and helicopter combat with a dynamic battlefield and the support of ground forces. Appreciated for MMO elements and an addictive gameplay loop. Use tactics and make strategic decisions or fly around and shoot in historically accurate maps.
Why similar: Flight 45.5%, Co-op 15.4%, Multiplayer 10.3%, Arcade 8.7%, Tactical 5.9%
- #5 Megacopter: Blades of the Goddess
94% matchVery Positive91% of 209 reviews2024
Dev: Pizza Bear Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Pilot the Megacopter, a sentient weapon that gains power by feeding on the blood of its enemies. Play through the campaign featuring seek and destroy, boss, rescue, and defense missions against the evil reptoid army. Upgrade Megacopter with the fabled AZ-TECH: ancient weaponry and armor.
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 23.7% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Isometric 14.1%, 1980s 12.1%
- #6 Phantom Squad
94% matchVery Positive82% of 490 reviews2025
Dev: Ctrl FreakPub: Super Rare Originals
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Phantom Squad is a 1-4 player co-op tactical top-down shooter blending fast-paced combat with real-time strategy. Play solo or team up through online co-op and matchmaking, coordinating movement, positioning, and split-second decisions to survive intense, high-risk missions.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 36.8%, Co-op 35.2%, Tactical 22.1%, Action 3.4%, Multiplayer 2.5%
- #7 Tiny Combat Arena
93% matchVery Positive85% of 1,523 reviews2022
Dev: Why485Pub: MicroProse Software
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Tiny Combat Arena is an approachable combat flight simulator sporting a stylized look and various game modes. Dogfight your way in the Arena and in Quick Action or craft your own scenarios and take part in a vast war with objectives and friendly armies to support.
Why similar: Flight 31.6%, Vehicular Combat 19.7% ★, Wargame 19.1%, 1980s 17.7%, Retro 7.2%
- #8 BATTLE PIXELS
92% matchMixed55% of 67 reviews2016
Dev: AppyArt Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 99%
Battle Pixels is a frantic arcade action, point and click shoot 'em up with a 16 bit retro style.Take control of your tanks and eliminate the enemy's turret defences over 25 randomly generated levels.
Why similar: Retro 27.4%, Strategy 25%, Arcade 20.6%, Action 19.6%, Singleplayer 7.4%
- #9 Missile Command: Recharged
91% matchVery Positive90% of 52 reviews2022
Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
Defend your cities from an assault of missiles, planes, tanks, and more! Play solo or with a friend in co-op in this modern reimagining of the arcade classic.
Why similar: 1980s 43.5%, Shooter 18.8%, Arcade 16.8%, Co-op 11.4%, Action 9.6%
- #10 Special Tactics
91% matchVery Positive82% of 124 reviews2016
Dev: Beast Mode Games
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 43%
ST brings the most intense, tactical-action experience to Steam. Select your custom loadout, plan out strategies and accomplish your objectives. Addictive Survival mode and unrivaled multiplayer including Squads (1 vs 1, 2 vs 2, 2 vs 1)
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29%, PvP 18.3%, Co-op 17%, Tactical 13.1%, Multiplayer 9.4%
- #11 Meltdown
90% matchVery Positive85% of 822 reviews2014
Dev: Phenomenon Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Meltdown is a tactical arcade shooter featuring both singleplayer and intense online multiplayer. Become the most skilled soldier, choose your weapons, get the best upgrades, buckle up and start your mission. Be careful, each enemy has it’s own combat style, special AI and gear. Adapt to them to survive!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.5%, Action 22.4%, Arcade 16.2%, Shooter 14.9%, Multiplayer 14%
- #12 Renegade Ops
89% matchVery Positive85% of 2,839 reviews2011
Dev: Avalanche StudiosPub: SEGA
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Blast your way through enemy lines to defeat Inferno, a madman intent on global domination. Destruction just got awesome.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 47.9%, Co-op 16.3%, Action 12.5%, Arcade 11.9%, Top-Down Shooter 8.1%
- #13 Police Stories
87% matchVery Positive85% of 9,494 reviews2019
Dev: HypeTrain Digital
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
A fresh take on top-down shooters with an emphasis on tactics that forces you to make split second decisions. Neutralize criminals, rescue civilians and defuse bombs in Single Player mode or Co-op. And remember - shooting first is not an option!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.6%, Co-op 18.9%, Tactical 12.6%, Shooter 10.9%, Multiplayer 10.1%
- #14 Vertical Strike Endless Challenge
89% matchMostly Positive77% of 225 reviews2017
Dev: Project ICKXPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
A flight-based action game designed to be easy to pick up and enjoy right away, and be playable over short timeframes. Make use of a range of weapons and achieve dangerously high levels of mobility by disabling your Alpha Limiter to spear your way through waves of enemy attacks.
Why similar: Flight 30.8%, Vehicular Combat 25.7% ★, Wargame 21.3%, Shooter 6.8%, Arcade 5.9%
- #15 Operation: Polygon Storm
86% matchMostly Positive71% of 285 reviews2024
Dev: Toxic Studio
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
A fastpaced, military tug-of-war game with minimal micromanagement. Choose and deploy from a mix of specialized military units to overwhelm the enemy. Experiment with a huge variety of unit compositions, synergies, abilities, and upgrades to lead your army to victory!
Why similar: Wargame 64.1%, Tactical 10.6%, Strategy 10.5%, Singleplayer 5.2%, 3D 5%
- #16 Tactical Warfare
85% matchMixed67% of 63 reviews2025
Dev: Mizrab
Windows
The enemy attack on your base is imminent; secure your defenses, mobilize your troops, reinforce key positions, and get ready for the next battle. RTS Tactical Warfare will test your resilience and strategic prowess.
Why similar: Co-op 25.2%, Isometric 21.1%, Multiplayer 18.7%, Strategy 13.4%, PvP 8.6%
- #17 Halo: Spartan Strike
86% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,647 reviews2015
Dev: 343 IndustriesPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Halo: Spartan Strike makes you a Spartan supersoldier battling evil forces. Delve into 30 challenging missions through cities and jungles using a devastating arsenal of weapons, abilities and vehicles including the iconic Warthog against the Covenant and Promethean enemies. *DirectX feature level 10 required*
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 41.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 18.7%, Action 10.3%, Shooter 10.3%, Multiplayer 6.4%
- #18 Recon Control
84% matchVery Positive84% of 132 reviews2021
Dev: Dmitry KozlovPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Recon Control is a turn-based strategy and 2D platformer hybrid focused on combat. Lead your special operations squad through a set of challenging and deadly missions.
Why similar: Wargame 60.4%, Tactical 20.1%, Strategy 14.1%, Singleplayer 5.4%
- #19 Sky Knights
84% matchVery Positive93% of 418 reviews2017
Dev: Mudpike
Windows
Prove your skills as a pilot in this action-packed multiplayer dogfighting game. Take part in 4 vs 4 battles and outmaneuver opponents, master a variety of jets and weapons, support allied ground troops, and land on the runway. Only a well-orchestrated team of pilots can bring down the enemy bases.
Why similar: Flight 56%, 1980s 29.1%, Action 8%, Strategy 6.9%
- #20 Metal Slug Tactics
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,401 reviews2024
Dev: Leikir StudioPub: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 48%
METAL SLUG makes an explosive return! Dive into this dynamic tactical RPG with a roguelite thrill and experience the iconic run'n'gun action of the original series, redefined. Grab your weapons, assemble your squad and conquer the battlefield to defeat the infamous Rebel Army.
Why similar: Retro 34.8%, Tactical 32%, Strategy 22.3%, Singleplayer 10.9%
- #21 HELLFRONT: HONEYMOON
83% matchVery Positive82% of 101 reviews2018
Dev: SkyGoblin
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
HELLFRONT is an intense top-down shooter. Conquer ground, build a base, and command your troops in battle! Play PvP or beat the campaign co-op or solo.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.6%, Co-op 11.9%, PvP 10.8%, Multiplayer 9%
- #22 Tank Squad
80% matchMostly Positive71% of 756 reviews2025
Dev: DeGenerals S.A.
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Tank Squad is a tactical-combat action game. Take part in big tank battles during World War II. Play single-player or coop (4 players). Repair your tanks, replenish supplies, manage the crew and get back to the action!
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 50.8% ★, Co-op 16.9%, Multiplayer 9.9%, Shooter 9.7%, Tactical 7.8%
- #23 Retrograde Arena
79% matchVery Positive94% of 531 reviews2020
Dev: FreemergencyPub: Neon Doctrine
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Retrograde Arena is a multiplayer twin stick shooter where bullets don’t kill. Use weapons, physics, and your Drone to push, pull, and blast your foes into deadly surroundings in this skill-based shooter action title that redefines physics-based action.
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 29.1% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, PvP 9%, Shooter 7%
- #24 Tank Universal
82% matchMixed59% of 446 reviews2008
Dev: Dialogue Design
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Tank Universal is an action FPS tank wargame inspired by Tron and Battlezone. Explore a rich virtual sci-fi 3D world, and take part in large-scale tank combat between your AI allies and the forces of an evil dictator.
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 36.9% ★, Wargame 27.3%, 1980s 19.3%, Retro 6.6%, 3D 4.8%
- #25 TINY METAL
81% matchMostly Positive70% of 285 reviews2017
Dev: AREA 35, Inc.Pub: Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. / UNTIES
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Craft unique strategies and outmaneuver your foes in TINY METAL, a turn-based Japanese wargame! With new tactical options, you will command over 16 tactically diverse units, flank, assault, deploy heroes from orbital dropships, and focus the firepower of multiple units to even out otherwise disastrous odds.
Why similar: Wargame 43%, Retro 14.8%, Multiplayer 12.4%, Tactical 11.4%, Strategy 8.8%
- #26 Droid Assault
81% matchVery Positive83% of 374 reviews2013
Dev: Puppygames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Play Droid Assault and experience running blaster battles with hordes of rampaging killer robots! Discover a unique tactical arcade shooter, with the fun addictive gameplay of 8-bit classics. You'll need your wits and the help of your acquired droid squad to stay alive in this fast-paced retro actionfest.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.1%, Arcade 19.1%, Retro 18.8%, Action 17.8%, Shooter 16.2%
- #27 Sky Force Reloaded
78% matchVery Positive93% of 2,659 reviews2017
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Why similar: Flight 32.6%, Top-Down Shooter 30.1%, Arcade 12.6%, Shooter 9.2%, Retro 7.6%
- #28 Strike Force Heroes
76% matchVery Positive81% of 4,489 reviews2023
Dev: Sky9 GamesPub: IndieArk
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Strike Force Heroes is an oldschool arena shooter rebuilt with modern mechanics with full co-operative and PvP online multiplayer. It melds over the top action with epic story-telling in this intense remake of the hit Flash game.
Why similar: Nostalgia 52.1% ★, Shooter 12.8%, Co-op 10.3%, Multiplayer 9.1%, Tactical 6.9%
- #29 PAKO 2
78% matchVery Positive95% of 412 reviews2017
Dev: Tree Men Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Getaway driving and gun shooting action in two alternative camera views
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 35.7% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 19%, 1980s 16.2%, Arcade 7.2%, Retro 6.3%
- #30 Project Wingman
76% matchVery Positive94% of 21,209 reviews2020
Dev: Sector D2
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Project Wingman is a flight action game that lets you take the seat of advanced fighter jets and become a true ace. Fight in various missions and gamemodes ranging from intense aerial dogfights to large scale ground assault in an alternate scorched earth setting.
Why similar: Flight 74.9%, Arcade 8.8%, Action 6.7%, Shooter 6.6%, Singleplayer 2.9%
- #31 Tactical Troops: Anthracite Shift
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 53 reviews2021
Dev: QED Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Dive into a top-down, turn-based strategy game with 80's sci-fi flair. Command elite soldiers in multiplayer duels on 24 maps, local hot-seat mode, or a thrilling singleplayer campaign. Master teleportation and gridless movement on the mysterious planet Anthracite.
Why similar: 1980s 36.7%, PvP 16.5%, Retro 13.2%, Tactical 12%, Multiplayer 10.6%
- #32 OverShoot Battle Race
77% matchMostly Positive71% of 69 reviews2022
Dev: OnlineObject
Windows
Combat racing game inspired by the classic console arcade games, you can make drifts, upgrade your vehicle and buy many weapons to fight for first place in an insane journey facing the most amazing racers in the galaxy.
Why similar: Isometric 29.5%, Co-op 14.1%, PvP 13.1%, Arcade 10.8%, Retro 9.5%
- #33 Retro Commander
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 355 reviews2023
Dev: Noble Master LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Retro Commander is a post-apocalyptic real-time strategy wargame (RTS).
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 31.6% ★, Wargame 26.6%, Isometric 19.5%, Multiplayer 8.4%, PvP 7.9%
- #34 Athena Crisis
74% matchVery Positive82% of 140 reviews2024
Dev: Nakazawa Tech
Windows · Mac · Linux
Athena Crisis is a modern retro turn-based strategy game that places you in command of 40+ units in your journey across the multiverse. Embark on a challenging single-player quest or dive into the thrill of ranked or casual multiplayer modes to become the best Athena Crisis player!
Why similar: PvP 21.1%, Co-op 20.7%, Retro 19.7%, Tactical 17.6%, Multiplayer 12.7%
- #35 Air Missions: HIND
75% matchMostly Positive80% of 620 reviews2017
Dev: 3Division
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 13.6 hrs≥1hr: 58%
Air Missions: HIND is an action combat flight simulator based on the Russian Mi-24 Hind assault helicopter. You will be deployed to the battlefield either on your own or with a friend.
Why similar: Flight 62.7%, Co-op 9.9%, Multiplayer 7.9%, Shooter 7.2%, Action 6%
- #36 Road Defense: Outsiders
73% matchVery Positive84% of 159 reviews2023
Dev: Minicactus Games
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Protect vehicles on the road and survive! Road Defense: Outsiders is a game that combines elements of the 'roguelike' and 'tower defense' genres. Upgrade the towers and your own skills to be able to annihilate all the life around you!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Isometric 19.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 18.6%, 1980s 17.8%, Retro 7%
- #37 A Clumsy Flight
73% matchMostly Positive70% of 67 reviews2022
Dev: Rdev group
Windows
Shoot down swarms of planes to survive your adventure through the clouds. Make smart upgrade decisions along the way to not get submerged by the hundreds of enemies coming your way.
Why similar: 1980s 37.5%, Retro 19.8%, Shooter 14%, Action 10.4%, Strategy 9.4%
- #38 Mech Havoc
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 562 reviews2025
Dev: Mid DevelopmentPub: Pretty Soon
Windows
Sandbox of destruction. Billion different ways to build your mech. Feel the weight and impact of obliteration in this modern old school mech combat sim.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.9%, Vehicular Combat 26.8% ★, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Shooter 7.7%, Tactical 7.1%
- #39 Aces of the Luftwaffe - Squadron
74% matchMixed70% of 149 reviews2018
Dev: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The Aces of the Luftwaffe have returned! Dodge a hail of bullets and face their fearsome war machines in bombastic air battles and boss fights!
Why similar: Flight 34.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Co-op 13.7%, Multiplayer 8.6%, Shooter 8.6%
- #40 Helicopter Gunship DEX
71% matchVery Positive87% of 195 reviews2022
Dev: Jimmy Arcade Limited
Windows
Helicopter Gunship DEX aims to replicate the brilliance of 90s helicopter simulators using modern technology. Employ realistic helicopter tactics during missions generated by a sophisticated procedural random mission system giving you an almost unlimited amount of re-playability.
Why similar: Flight 38.1%, Wargame 25.3%, Vehicular Combat 22.8% ★, Tactical 5.4%, 3D 4%
- #41 Thunder Helix
70% matchVery Positive97% of 127 reviews2024
Dev: David Walters
Windows
Pilot deadly helicopter gunships, battle enemy forces and complete dangerous missions within a thrilling desert warzone!
Why similar: Flight 80.2%, Action 10.8%, 3D 9%
- #42 DRONE PERSPECTIVE
70% matchVery Positive92% of 90 reviews2025
Dev: Demetri LindPub: VEIL Production
Windows
Real-time dynamic tactics with the strong focus on squad positioning and collaboration. Connect to the warzone from your home PC and orchestrate modern military operations from the Drone Perspective.
Why similar: Wargame 44.9%, Isometric 21.5%, Tactical 12.1%, Strategy 8.9%, 3D 6.1%
- #43 Rocket Bot Royale
71% matchVery Positive86% of 777 reviews2022
Dev: Winterpixel Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 51%
A frantic online Battle Royale set on destructible, sinking Islands! Fire rockets from your custom robo-tank to eliminate the competition using advanced tactics and powerful weapons.
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 41.9% ★, PvP 13%, Multiplayer 10.4%, Retro 10.4%, Arcade 8.5%
- #44 Twin Cobra
72% matchVery Positive86% of 58 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Blast battalions of tanks into smoking craters and conquer air and sea from the sky's fastest attack chopper! Toaplan's coin-op shooter Twin Cobra flies to PC with fresh features and quality-of-life updates!
Why similar: 1980s 36.4%, Top-Down Shooter 29.3%, Arcade 11.6%, Retro 10.6%, Co-op 6%
- #45 USC: Counterforce
71% matchMixed68% of 235 reviews2024
Dev: Angry Cat StudiosPub: Firesquid
Windows
Lead your Space Commandos in a revival of turn-based squad tactics inspired by UFO/XCOM and Aliens. Utilize in-depth skill & combat systems in multiple game modes, including a full campaign. Discover the truth behind the demise of colony MC83-A and join the USC in defending humanity!
Why similar: Multiplayer 37.3%, Tactical 32.2%, Strategy 19.3%, Singleplayer 11.3%
- #46 Insurgency
69% matchVery Positive92% of 124,756 reviews2014
Dev: New World Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 35.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Take to the streets for intense close quarters combat, where a team's survival depends upon securing crucial strongholds and destroying enemy supply in this multiplayer and cooperative Source Engine based experience.
Why similar: Tactical 21%, Multiplayer 20.4%, Shooter 19.5%, Co-op 16.5%, Action 8.3%
- #47 Revolution Ace
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,880 reviews2014
Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A deep, tactical shoot'em up. With every takedown, you’ll earn cash and xp to upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Online and local co-op. Unique versus mode. Realistic physics and water simulation.
Why similar: Shooter 24.8%, Arcade 20.3%, Action 18.4%, Multiplayer 17.6%, Retro 14.4%
- #48 Dustwind: Resistance
67% matchVery Positive87% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: Dustwind StudiosPub: Z-Software GmbH
Windows
Dustwind: Resistance is a single-player tactical game. Lead your squad—including your dog—against a brutal raider army. Pause to plan tactics. Use overwhelming firepower, stealth, traps, turrets, or an armored car to outmaneuver enemies. Protect your home and freedom. No surrender!
Why similar: Isometric 53.5%, Tactical 16.2%, Strategy 15.6%, Action 13.3%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #49 Ashes of the Union
68% matchMixed64% of 411 reviews2024
Dev: 700 Games Studio
Windows
A vehicular shooter with roguelike elements, offering a wild take on an alternate future of the Soviet Union. Build your combat vehicle and show nature who's boss!
Why similar: Shooter 35%, 3D 31%, Action 24.3%, Singleplayer 9.7%
- #50 Naval Warfare
72% matchMixed55% of 303 reviews2011
Dev: Game Distillery s.r.o.Pub: Immanitas Entertainment GmbH
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
As Commander of a Naval Super-Destroyer, wage war in a military campaign of epic proportions in, under and above the surface!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 41.3%, Co-op 22%, Shooter 13.6%, Multiplayer 13.5%, Action 6.3%
- #51 Tank Battle
70% matchMostly Positive74% of 144 reviews2020
Dev: Create Game (OlegM)
Windows · Linux
Drive a tank, destroy enemy, defend your homeland. Act alone or co-op with a friend and have fun!
Why similar: Action 40%, Co-op 36.8%, Multiplayer 16.2%, Singleplayer 7%
- #52 STUG
68% matchMostly Positive71% of 118 reviews2023
Dev: Bombsight Games
Windows
STUG is a free multiplayer physics based tank combat game where every shot counts. Angle your armor to bounce incoming fire, and ricochet shots off walls to hit enemies in their weak points.
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 46.2% ★, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, PvP 11.1%, Multiplayer 10.1%, Tactical 9.2%
- #53 Strain Tactics
69% matchVery Positive85% of 239 reviews2017
Dev: Touch Dimensions Interactive
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Strain Tactics is a real-time-with-pause tactical game, where you command a squad of soldiers to liberate earth from an alien infestation. Using your helibase, deploy your custom squad and provide air support. Remember to keep your crew sane and motivated while staying clear of alien contamination!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 55.5%, Strategy 22.8%, Action 18%, Singleplayer 3.7%
- #54 FUMES
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,057 reviews2025
Dev: FUMES team
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Arm your vehicle with deadly weapons and roam endless wastelands in this fast-paced single-player car combat game. Collect upgrades for your car to melt enemies and giant bosses in this bizarre world. Retro vibe. Retro cars. Retro gameplay!
Why similar: Vehicular Combat 60.1% ★, Retro 13.2%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 8.6%, Action 4.4%
- #55 Tanks: The Crusades
66% matchVery Positive94% of 719 reviews2021
Dev: Aehmttw (Matei Budiu)
Windows · Mac · Linux
A top-down shooter with tanks that have various assorted abilities, with support for multiplayer and a level editor.
Why similar: Retro 18.4%, Shooter 15.3%, Multiplayer 14.9%, Arcade 14.6%, Top-Down Shooter 12.5%
- #56 Kick Ass Commandos
67% matchVery Positive93% of 426 reviews2016
Dev: Anarchy Enterprises
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Lock and Load! It's time to Kick-Ass. Grab your machine gun, flamethrower, rocket launcher, and grenades. Assault the enemy base and free commandos to join your team while you destroy everything in sight. Make your way through enemy bunkers to rescue your comrades, and kill everyone you encounter!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 42.6%, Retro 15.4%, Shooter 13.8%, Action 13.1%, Strategy 12.7%
- #57 Rogue Command
63% matchVery Positive92% of 546 reviews2024
Dev: feneq
Windows
Classic RTS gameplay fused with a modern roguelite. Shape your build each run by assembling an evolving arsenal of powerful units and facilities. Harvest resources, build out your base. Raise your army and call down orbital strikes to overcome the forces threatening your survival.
Why similar: Tactical 41.9%, Strategy 25.5%, Action 19.7%, Singleplayer 12.9%
- #58 Tankex
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 58 reviews2019
Dev: RewindApp
Windows
Soldier! All to your tanks! We must win this battle at all costs!
Why similar: Wargame 32.5%, Action 14.4%, Retro 12.9%, Shooter 11.1%, Multiplayer 10.5%