- #1 Relic Hunters Legend
97% matchMixed69% of 1,276 reviews2025
Dev: Rogue Snail
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 13.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
A Top-Down Shooter/Looter RPG with a touching story inspired by JRPG classics. Shoot enemies, get loot, and customize your characters. Multiple endgame systems and over 100 hours of play await you solo or up to 4-player co-op!
Why similar: Looter Shooter 34% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 24.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Bullet Hell 9.7%, Shooter 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: This is the direct successor to the seed game, expanding the universe with deeper RPG mechanics and expanded looter-shooter gameplay.
- #2 Enter the Gungeon
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 89,278 reviews2016
Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 30.9 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: Bullet Hell 28.5%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 15.1%, Roguelike 8.5%, Local Co-Op 8%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for top-down roguelike shooters, offering a massive variety of guns and bullet-hell intensity.
- #3 SYNTHETIK: Arena
96% matchVery Positive90% of 2,344 reviews2019
Dev: Flow Fire Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Face the varied challenges of the Machine God Zir in ARENA, a standalone expansion for Synthetik: Legion Rising! Leverage the next level in gun-play and experiment with powerful tech in varied action packed Arenas!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.7%, Co-op 23.3%, Multiplayer 15.4%, Roguelike 10.2%, Action 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, fast-paced top-down shooter that emphasizes precise weapon handling and intense combat encounters.
- #4 Blazing Beaks
95% matchVery Positive83% of 2,618 reviews2019
Dev: Applava
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Roguelite - where too much greediness can be fatal. A colorful world with armed birds blazing their way through piles of mutants, monsters and creepy creatures. Lots of mysteries to unravel, secrets to discover and levels to explore.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Bullet Hell 11.2%, Co-op 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick roguelike that balances cute aesthetics with challenging combat and rewarding loot systems.
- #5 Nuclear Throne
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 19,651 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 Roguelike 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.1%, Roguelike 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, chaotic twin-stick roguelike that perfectly matches the high-octane movement and shooting feel of the seed.
- #6 Voidigo
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,843 reviews2023
Dev: semiwork
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%
A vividly animated action roguelite focused on boss hunting. Unleash an array of diverse weapons and powerups to combat the corruption of the Void.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Local Co-Op 11.6%
Why You'll Like It: A colorful, chaotic twin-stick roguelike that features unique boss fights and fluid, satisfying movement.
- #7 AK-xolotl: Together
93% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,517 reviews2023
Dev: 2Awesome StudioPub: Playstack
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
The cutest, deadliest top-down roguelike shooter featuring AK-wielding Axolotls. Blast your way through the animal kingdom with an arsenal of kick-ass guns, mighty power-ups and even raise an army of trigger-happy baby axolotls. 🔫🔫 Double the firepower! Local co-op update now live!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.6%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Roguelike 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines a cute, vibrant aesthetic with intense bullet-hell action and roguelike progression.
- #8 Risk of Rain Returns
92% matchVery Positive90% of 28,634 reviews2023
Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows
Median: 7.7 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Carefully designed, beautifully remastered, and loaded with new ways to play—Risk of Rain is back and better than ever! Dive into the iconic roguelike full of unique loot combinations, enhanced with new Survivors, overhauled multiplayer, fan favorite content from Risk of Rain 2, and more!
Why similar: Looter Shooter 34% ★, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Local Co-Op 12.9%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Co-op 7%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that excels in loot-based progression and chaotic, high-intensity co-op combat.
- #9 Assault Android Cactus+
91% matchVery Positive94% of 2,009 reviews2015
Dev: Witch Beam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.2 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: Twin Stick Shooter 38.6%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Co-op 12%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, Shooter 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane twin-stick shooter that focuses on constant movement and overwhelming enemy waves.
- #10 Super Crate Box
91% matchVery Positive89% of 6,461 reviews2012
Dev: Vlambeer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 39.8 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Vlambeer's SUPER CRATE BOX is coming to bring back the glory of the golden arcade age, when all that really mattered was getting on that high score list. Grab your baseball cap and loosen your pants, it's time to fight endless hordes of enemies and collect every weapon crate you can.
Why similar: Multiplayer 22.7%, Shooter 19.8%, Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Action 14.2%, Co-op 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade-style action game that mirrors the frantic, high-speed intensity of the seed game.
- #11 From Space
90% matchMixed68% of 1,949 reviews2022
Dev: Triangle StudiosPub: Curve Games
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
From Space is a solo and co-op action-shooter for squads up to four players. Take on the challenge of liberating the earth from an alien infestation with your friends, using over-the-top weaponry in a post-apocalyptic world with awesomely stylized graphics. The apocalypse has never been so much fun!
Why similar: Looter Shooter 28.9% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 23.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Co-op 11.7%, Multiplayer 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter designed for co-op play that emphasizes team-based combat against alien swarms.
- #12 XenoRaptor
89% matchVery Positive82% of 173 reviews2019
Dev: Peter ClearyPub: -
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Take control of a cyberdragon and annihilate swarms of rocket propelled chainsaws either online or via LAN in this high speed, high skill 8 player co-op twinstick shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 38.9%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Space 12%, Co-op 10.3%, Action 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced space-themed twin-stick bullet-hell that focuses on rapid-fire combat and weapon customization.
- #13 Neon Chrome
88% matchVery Positive91% of 1,173 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: Twin Stick Shooter 33.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Local Co-Op 12.6%, Roguelike 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A cyberpunk-themed twin-stick shooter with deep roguelite progression and destructible environments.
- #14 Holodrive
87% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,236 reviews2021
Dev: BitCake StudioPub: Versus Evil
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A fast-paced multiplayer shooter where you customize your robot, zoom around with a jetpack, and battle with various weapons. Master the arenas, surprise your enemies, and enjoy the nonstop action!
Why similar: Multiplayer 45.7%, Shooter 28%, Action 17%, 2D 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, free-to-play multiplayer shooter with a vibrant, cartoonish aesthetic.
- #15 Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop
86% matchVery Positive95% of 23,645 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 similar: Twin Stick Shooter 43.1%, Top-Down Shooter 28.7%, Co-op 19.6%, Shooter 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play, top-down co-op shooter that focuses on tactical squad-based combat against alien hordes.
- #16 Asterogues
85% matchVery Positive87% of 111 reviews2024
Dev: pipotchi600Pub: indie.io
Windows
Beat up planets in Asterogues, a cosmic bullet hell shoot-em-up hybrid! Pick your character from a band of outcasts banished to the Asteroid Belt, dodge and shoot your way through a brutal onslaught of bullets, and take revenge against the Solar System!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Local Co-Op 10.7%, Co-op 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell roguelike that emphasizes dodging and precise shooting in a space-themed setting.
- #17 NoReload Heroes
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 97 reviews2018
Dev: Stupid Stupid Games
Windows
NoReload Heroes is a chaotic co-op party shooter for up to four people. Work as a team to beat the accidental evil you created, and be sure to pick up the best magitech guns on the way, or it's back to the bottom floor with you!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.2%, Top-Down Shooter 24.9%, Co-op 14.9%, Local Co-Op 14.9%, Action 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A co-op top-down shooter that features chaotic combat and a wide variety of weapon types.
- #18 Berzerk: Recharged
84% matchMixed64% of 59 reviews2023
Dev: SneakyBoxPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Blast your way through an endless maze inhabited by deadly robots and their invulnerable, menacing master Evil Otto. Tag in a friend in local co-op to help you survive this twin-stick revival of an arcade classic.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Roguelike 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A modern take on classic twin-stick arcade action that captures the simple, addictive loop of the genre.
- #19 Shooty Skies
84% matchVery Positive91% of 1,450 reviews2018
Dev: Mighty Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%
The creators of Crossy Road present Shooty Skies! Shoot, dodge, duck, goose and weave. Take to the skies!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.3%, Action 19.3%, Colorful 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Multiplayer 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A colorful and fast-paced bullet-hell arcade game that shares the lighthearted tone of the seed.
- #20 The Expendabros
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 18,255 reviews2014
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 52%
The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.5%, Co-op 19.2%, Multiplayer 18.2%, Shooter 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 10%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane, free-to-play action game that delivers fast-paced, explosive combat.
- #21 Echoes+
83% matchVery Positive92% of 857 reviews2015
Dev: Binary Zoo
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 55.9%, Action 24.4%, Space 17.5%, Singleplayer 2.2%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, free-to-play bullet-hell shooter that focuses on pure arcade skill and high scores.
- #22 Square Heroes
82% matchVery Positive86% of 246 reviews2015
Dev: Gnomic Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Join the Galactic Tournament in this fast-paced comical action shooter. Level-up your Hero and unlock an arsenal of weapons. Lay waste to your friends and foes in local, LAN and online multiplayer matches, or hone your skills in single player and custom games.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 62.8%, Multiplayer 24.4%, Action 12.8%
Why You'll Like It: A multiplayer twin-stick shooter that emphasizes arena-style combat and fast-paced action.
- #23 MOTHERGUNSHIP
81% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,618 reviews2018
Dev: Terrible Posture Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%
MOTHERGUNSHIP is a bullet-hell FPS where you craft your own guns, fight gigantic bosses, and defeat a robotic alien armada that conquered Earth. Face off against overwhelming odds in brutal, non-stop combats where thinking on your feet is the only way to survive.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.7%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Co-op 22.4%, Roguelike 13.7%, Action 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Offers extreme bullet-hell intensity paired with a massive weapon-crafting system.
- #24 Fury Unleashed
79% matchVery Positive87% of 2,882 reviews2020
Dev: Awesome Games Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Shoot your way through the pages of an ever-changing comic book in this fast-paced roguelike. Play solo, in local or online co-op, expand your weaponry, and upgrade your hero with each run. All that to find out why has your creator lost his faith in you and to prove him wrong.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.3%, Multiplayer 19.4%, Co-op 16.4%, Roguelike 11.6%, Shooter 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced roguelike that features satisfying combat loops and a unique comic-book aesthetic.
- #25 Tesla vs Lovecraft
80% matchVery Positive90% of 1,233 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: Top-Down Shooter 34.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 30.1%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Shooter 7.6%, Action 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: An intense twin-stick shooter featuring chaotic power-ups and fast-paced combat against waves of monsters.
- #26 Broforce
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,774 reviews2015
Dev: Free LivesPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Co-op 27.7%, Local Co-Op 24.4%, Multiplayer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%, Action 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, fast-paced co-op action game that shares a similar sense of humor and explosive gameplay style.
- #27 Spaceship Looter
81% matchMostly Positive71% of 234 reviews2017
Dev: Luxorix Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Spaceship Looter is an action roguelike game, where mercenaries of all stripes rob drifting schooner, lost transtport ships and abandoned military cruisers - all what is filled with tons of valuable loot and hidden in the deep space.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.2%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Roguelike 8.9%, Top-Down Shooter 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelike shooter that centers on exploring space stations and collecting loot to upgrade your character.
- #28 Crimsonland
79% matchVery Positive93% of 3,112 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: Twin Stick Shooter 30.6%, Top-Down Shooter 23.4%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Co-op 10.7%, Shooter 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic top-down shooter that focuses on surviving against massive, overwhelming hordes of enemies.
- #29 Vortica
74% matchVery Positive83% of 93 reviews2026
Dev: Vortical StudiosPub: Caketown Interactive
Windows
Vortica is a 2D action roguelite set in a solar system overrun by hostile aliens. Loot up, suit up, and shoot up as you battle against enemy hordes, explore derelict outposts, and hunt giant bosses. But remember to bring the right tools for the job!
Why similar: Looter Shooter 28.9% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 20.6%, Action Roguelike 11.9%, Bullet Hell 11%, Local Co-Op 9%
- #30 HSS:Reload
76% matchMostly Positive72% of 211 reviews2024
Dev: SmokingBear Studio
Windows
This is a very fast God's perspective roguelike shooter, the player will pilot the mech, explore the alien frontier, enjoy the "Crimsonland + Vampire Survivors (Vampire Survivors)" endless killing!
Why similar: Looter Shooter 30% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 24%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Action Roguelike 9.1%, Bullet Hell 7.6%
- #31 Blockstorm
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 6,348 reviews2015
Dev: GhostSharkPub: IndieGala
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Blockstorm is a FPS game set in a world made of destructible blocks. All maps and characters included in the game are made with the same tools that are available to the public. You can build everything in Blockstorm, and you can destroy it.
Why similar: Multiplayer 38.4%, Action 25.2%, Shooter 25%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #32 Iron Snout
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 17,463 reviews2016
Dev: SnoutUp
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.
Why similar: Action 43.6%, Co-op 26.5%, 2D 21.2%, Singleplayer 8.7%
- #33 Alien Breed: Impact
78% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,892 reviews2010
Dev: Team17 Software Ltd.Pub: Team17 Digital Ltd
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Experience the explosive science fiction arcade-shooter that resurrects a much revered franchise in an epic single player and co-op multiplayer campaign.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.9%, Co-op 22.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Shooter 15.4%, Action 12.8%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that provides an intense atmosphere and cooperative gameplay reminiscent of classic sci-fi shooters.
- #34 Enemy Mind
77% matchVery Positive85% of 798 reviews2014
Dev: Schell Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.8%, Space 16.5%, Local Co-Op 16.3%, Shooter 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #35 SUPER CIRCUIT BREAKERS
76% matchVery Positive82% of 94 reviews2020
Dev: Triverske
Windows
Back with new weapons, new enemies, and with more circuits to break than ever! Destroy millions of robots in this free-to-play shooter with up to 6 players local or online.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Space 7.3%, Shooter 6.6%
- #36 Shape Shifter: Formations
72% matchVery Positive92% of 272 reviews2025
Dev: Castec Studios
Windows
Shape Shifter: Formations is an action twin-stick shooter with rogue-lite elements, where you must destroy hordes of geometric enemies alone or with a friend. Select your ship and combine a large variety of weapons, abilities and infinitely stacking upgrades to craft your own unique build.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Action Roguelike 13.9%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Local Co-Op 11.6%
- #37 BRAIN / OUT
75% matchVery Positive82% of 15,327 reviews2017
Dev: Desertkun
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 25.4 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Brain / Out is a multiplayer shooter with a nostalgic post-Soviet feel. Experience dynamic battles and exterminate your enemies with a large arsenal of modern weaponry. Lock'n'load!
Why similar: Multiplayer 29.2%, Shooter 24.6%, Co-op 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, 2D 10.1%
- #38 Pewt 'em Up!
73% matchVery Positive96% of 171 reviews2022
Dev: team tsoto
Windows · Linux
Pewt 'em Up! is a retro inspired arcade space shoot 'em up with lots of upgrades, achievements, extras and more.
Why similar: Shooter 29.5%, Space 22.3%, Action 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 17.9%, 2D 9.7%
- #39 Teeworlds
73% matchVery Positive89% of 4,371 reviews2015
Dev: Teeworlds Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 42 minMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Teeworlds is a free online multiplayer game, available for all major operating systems. Battle with up to 16 players in a variety of game modes, including Team Deathmatch and Capture The Flag. You can even design your own maps!
Why similar: Multiplayer 39.4%, Co-op 21.3%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 13.1%, 2D 9.4%
- #40 Evil Egg
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 723 reviews2025
Dev: Ivy Sly
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Blast it all to hell.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.8%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Action Roguelike 16%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Shooter 4.2%
- #41 Bionic Dues
74% matchMostly Positive75% of 994 reviews2013
Dev: Arcen Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Bionic Dues is a tactical, turn-based roguelite with mech customization. Out-think wide-ranging tactical situations featuring robots with bad GPS, terrible aim, insecurity, a lack of focus, a tendency to backstab, and dozens of other maladies to exploit.
Why similar: Roguelike 59.1%, RPG 34.5%, 2D 3.9%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #42 Spartan Survivors
68% matchVery Positive88% of 387 reviews2025
Dev: Bathrobe
Windows · Linux
Fight hordes of Covenant & Flood in this new game mixing Roguelite & Bullet Heaven for hours of mindless fun!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.6%, Bullet Hell 27.8%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Action 8%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #43 Spiral Knights
71% matchVery Positive84% of 24,130 reviews2011
Dev: Grey Havens
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 46.9 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Join the ranks of the Spiral Knights. Stranded on an alien world, you must explore the ever-changing Clockworks beneath its surface.
Why similar: Multiplayer 30.5%, Co-op 28.1%, RPG 15.1%, Adventure 13.4%, Action 11.8%
- #44 Dungeon Defenders II
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 22,125 reviews2017
Dev: Chromatic Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Dungeon Defenders II is a cooperative Action Tower Defense game packed with roleplaying elements like loot, leveling, and pets.
Why similar: Co-op Campaign 60.9% ★, Multiplayer 29.7%, Colorful 6.9%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #45 Tea Party Simulator 2015™
73% matchMixed69% of 670 reviews2015
Dev: Liens
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Ever wanted to be a tea party extraordinaire? Well now you can. Each new level brings it's own challenges you must overcome on your quest to become the ultimate tea party master. Comes with the original Tea Party Mode and now a Mode 2 (after beating all the levels), for a whole new experience!
Why similar: Action 45.6%, Adventure 39.7%, Singleplayer 14.7%
- #46 Rogue Star Rescue
70% matchVery Positive90% of 136 reviews2021
Dev: Chute Apps
Windows · Mac · Linux
Bullet Hell Insanity + Tower Defense Strategy. Rogue Star Rescue is a quirky new type of rogue-like shooter. Blast your way through diverse planets while rescuing your teammates and gathering traps for your defense strategy. Play solo or online to stop the Rogue Star before it annihilates everything!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Action Roguelike 14.7%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Local Co-Op 9.4%
- #47 Survivor Mercs
67% matchMostly Positive74% of 174 reviews2026
Dev: Wolpertinger GamesPub: Wandering Wizard
Windows
Purge the billionaires' robot army with your Merc squad! Fast-paced twin-stick action, frantic horde survival, tactical squad-building & tons of loot! Exploit game-breaking synergies to beat the M.E.G.A. Corp. bosses in ever-changing operations. Lock, load, and loot, Commander!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Local Co-Op 12.6%
- #48 Endorlight
72% matchMixed62% of 1,483 reviews2016
Dev: Old Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Endorlight is rogue-like game in which you have to find a way out to the next level. Each level contains a new and tougher enemies. Used your axe, bow or whip to defeat them! Collect gold, goes to higher levels and kill many enemies as possible and be the best on Steam Leaderboar
Why similar: Roguelike 33.5%, Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Adventure 16.6%, Action 15.1%, 2D 10.4%
- #49 Murder Miners
70% matchVery Positive86% of 6,392 reviews2014
Dev: JForce Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The #1 rated Xbox Live Indie Game. Halo-inspired. Destructible/constructible environments. Vehicles. Zombie survival. Hookshots. Infection mode: Be the zombie & eat the dead to level up your zombie abilities. Community playdates are still hosted every week, join us!
Why similar: Co-op 37.4%, Multiplayer 30.4%, Shooter 21.6%, Action 10.6%
- #50 Time Clickers
69% matchVery Positive87% of 5,120 reviews2015
Dev: Proton Studio IncPub:
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 123.5 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Time Clickers is what's called an 'incremental game'. There's always a fun upgrade to look forward to, and the numbers keep getting bigger! Hire a team to fight for you, even when you're offline!
Why similar: Shooter 36.8%, Multiplayer 23.8%, Action 22%, Singleplayer 6.7%, RPG 5.4%
- #51 Ace Of Words
71% matchMixed64% of 834 reviews2016
Dev: ZeroBit GamesPub: Ocean Media LLC
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Become a spelling ace or just beat the highest score in this arcade spelling contest. The challenge is ON! 8 letters, up to 100 words and 120 seconds to spell them out. Compete against other players via leaderboards and become real Ace Of Words.
Why similar: Singleplayer 100%
- #52 Lowglow
69% matchVery Positive90% of 469 reviews2015
Dev: Rockodile
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Lowglow - an audiovisual puzzle journey. Glowingly beautiful graphics combined with a dynamic audio environment make sure that Lowglow is an unforgettable, mind-bending experience for you!
Why similar: Adventure 83.3%, Singleplayer 16.7%
- #53 BULLET PARTY
69% matchVery Positive95% of 97 reviews2017
Dev: Awoker Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%
The party co-op shoot ’em up! Become the king of the night club! Go alone or group your friends! Shoot the party crashers down!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.6%, Co-op Campaign 18.8% ★, Bullet Hell 12%, Top-Down Shooter 10.8%, Local Co-Op 8.6%
- #54 Gunlocked 2
64% matchVery Positive86% of 80 reviews2026
Dev: FromLefcourt
Windows
Movement is your weapon. A sci-fi action roguelike and shmup combined, in Gunlocked 2 you'll pilot and upgrade a state-of-the-art warship against endless waves of deadly aliens. Deep customization, branching paths, and tons of unlockables offer endless replayability!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.9%, Action Roguelike 21%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Roguelike 10.6%, Shooter 7.6%
- #55 Gunlocked
66% matchVery Positive87% of 510 reviews2022
Dev: FromLefcourt
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.8%, Bullet Hell 27.1%, Shooter 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Space 8.4%
- #56 Half Hour Hexagon
66% matchVery Positive83% of 115 reviews2023
Dev: Carson Kompon
Windows
Obliterate a never-ending horde of enemies while you attempt to reach the 30 minute mark. Race to earn XP and level up to gain new items and opportunities for each run to become stronger than the last.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Shooter 7.4%
- #57 Gatekeeper
63% matchVery Positive84% of 3,250 reviews2025
Dev: Gravity LagoonPub: HypeTrain Digital
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Gatekeeper is a fast-paced rogue-like. Go on a quest to chase down Chaos and reclaim the stolen Heart of Time, fighting your way through relentless enemy forces. Play solo or in 4-player co-op and become the next Gatekeeper!
Why similar: Looter Shooter 26% ★, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Action Roguelike 12%, Co-op 11.9%
- #58 Null Vector
67% matchVery Positive96% of 269 reviews2018
Dev: Optical Override
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Trade. Gamble. Fight! Test your arcade chops in Null Vector, a twin-stick shooter rogue-lite. Discover and experiment with thousands of weapon combinations, take strategic advantage of machines to trade and gamble for new ship parts, and unleash your own bullet hell upon the Final Boss!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.2%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Local Co-Op 15%, Roguelike 9%