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Games Like Renegade Ops

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

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Blast your way through enemy lines to defeat Inferno, a madman intent on global domination. Destruction just got awesome.

Reviews: Very Positive — 85% — of 2,839 reviews
Released: 2011-10-26
Developer: Avalanche Studios
Publisher: SEGA
Genres: Action
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 1.1 hrs
Mean playtime: 3.9 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 51%

Overview

Renegade Ops stands out for its high-octane, vehicle-based arcade action and satisfying environmental destruction within a cooperative mission-based structure. These recommendations prioritize games that capture that same sense of explosive, top-down arcade intensity, with a specific focus on vehicle combat and cooperative play.

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  1. #1 HELLDIVERS™ Dive Harder Edition
    97% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 32.7%, Local Co-Op 19.5%, Co-op 16.5%, Online Co-Op 12.3%, Top-Down 6.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a similar mission-based, high-intensity cooperative experience with heavy emphasis on vehicular stratagems and chaotic destruction.

  2. #2 Sky Force Reloaded
    96% 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: Local Co-Op 27.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Arcade 14.9%, Top-Down 14.2%, Action 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Delivers a polished, vehicle-based arcade experience with stunning visuals and mission-based objectives similar to the seed game.

  3. #3 Pressure Overdrive
    95% matchMixed68% of 151 reviews2017
    Dev: Chasing Carrots
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Pressure Overdrive is arcade twin-stick madness on hot wheels in a colorful bathtub-punk setting!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 39.2%, Local Co-Op 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.5%, Co-op 11%, Arcade 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, vehicle-based arcade shooter that emphasizes upgrading your ride to survive intense bullet-hell encounters.

  4. #4 Nex Machina
    94% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 46.6%, Local Co-Op 12.6%, Arcade 10.5%, Action 8.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 6.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Captures the pure, high-octane arcade intensity and tight controls found in the best twin-stick shooters.

  5. #5 Assault Android Cactus+
    94% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 35.3%, Local Co-Op 13.8%, Top-Down 9.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.7%, Arcade 9.2%

    Why You'll Like It: An exceptionally polished arcade shooter that matches the frantic pace and boss-fight focus of the seed game.

  6. #6 Tiny Troopers: Global Ops
    93% matchMixed54% of 70 reviews2023
    Dev: Epiphany GamesPub: Wired Productions
    Windows

    Attention! Tiny Troopers: Global Ops is a fast-paced arcade twin-stick shooter in which you lead an elite squad of Tiny Troopers on action-packed missions to take down hordes of unscrupulous enemies from all corners of the world!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.7%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Split Screen 10.3%, Co-op 8.6%, Top-Down 7.9%

    Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style top-down shooter that mirrors the mission-based progression and lighthearted military theme.

  7. #7 Death Rally
    92% matchMostly Positive71% of 876 reviews2012
    Dev: Remedy Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Load your guns, start your engines...THE CLASSIC IS BACK! Brought to you from Remedy, renowned developers of Max Payne and Alan Wake, Remedy's Death Rally classic top down racer is back, stronger and more vicious than ever.

    Why similar: Racing 37.6%, Action 32.6%, Arcade 15%, Top-Down 14.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on arcade-style vehicle combat and destruction, capturing the chaotic energy of driving through enemy lines.

  8. #8 Iron Brigade
    91% matchVery Positive86% of 1,208 reviews2012
    Dev: Double Fine Productions
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Join The Mobile Trench Brigade and protect humanity from the evil Monovision menace!

    Why similar: Co-op 50.4%, Action 49.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines mech-based combat with cooperative mission structures, emphasizing heavy firepower and tactical positioning.

  9. #9 Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop
    90% 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 similar: Twin Stick Shooter 52.8%, Co-op 19.2%, Top-Down 15.7%, Top-Down Shooter 8.2%, Shooter 4.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a top-down, squad-based cooperative experience that requires tight coordination and heavy weapon usage.

  10. #10 Geometry Wars™ 3: Dimensions Evolved
    91% matchVery Positive90% of 1,577 reviews2014
    Dev: Lucid GamesPub: Sierra
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Experience the full evolution of the award-winning Geometry Wars franchise and battle through waves of enemies on 3D grids in this frenetic arcade shooter!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 52.1%, Arcade 13.9%, Action 11.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.5%, Local Co-Op 8.7%

    Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for pure arcade twin-stick action, perfect for players who enjoy the mechanical feel of the seed game.

  11. #11 From Space
    89% matchMixed68% of 1,932 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: Twin Stick Shooter 40.6%, Co-op 16%, Top-Down 13%, Online Co-Op 11.3%, Action 9.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A squad-based cooperative shooter that focuses on clearing objectives and managing intense combat encounters.

  12. #12 Livelock
    89% matchMostly Positive79% of 896 reviews2016
    Dev: Tuque GamesPub: Arc Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Livelock is a co-operative top-down shooter where you play solo or with up to two allies to break the cycle of infinite war between machines. As one of the remaining Capital Intellects, your role is to unlock Eden and revive humanity.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.2%, Co-op 19.4%, Action 15.1%, Top-Down 11.3%, Top-Down Shooter 9.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down cooperative shooter that emphasizes character classes and heavy firepower against massive enemy waves.

  13. #13 Broforce
    87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 60,389 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: Local Co-Op 37.8%, Co-op 26%, Action 17.6%, Arcade 7.6%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: While side-scrolling, it shares the extreme environmental destruction and cooperative chaos that makes Renegade Ops so fun.

  14. #14 Xeno Crisis
    88% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 43.1%, Local Co-Op 14.4%, Top-Down 10.2%, Action 10.1%, Co-op 9%

    Why You'll Like It: A tight, arcade-focused top-down shooter that emphasizes movement and quick reflexes in a hostile environment.

  15. #15 Destropolis
    86% matchVery Positive87% of 287 reviews2020
    Dev: Igrek GamesPub: Games Incubator
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%

    Destropolis is a top-down shooter game with a fully destructible environment, hundreds of enemies and nuclear explosions. Fight a countless swarm of enemies. Tear them to pieces with bullets, lasers and explosions. Destroy as many of them as you can before they overwhelm you...

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 38%, Split Screen 13%, Shoot 'Em Up 11%, Arcade 9.9%, Top-Down 9.6%

    Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that captures the feeling of being surrounded by enemies in a destructible urban environment.

  16. #16 Rogue Star Rescue
    86% 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 40.4%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Online Co-Op 10.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.7%, Co-op 7.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines twin-stick shooting with cooperative play and mission-based progression across various planets.

  17. #17 Alien Breed: Impact
    85% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,869 reviews2010
    Dev: Team17 Software Ltd.Pub: Team17 Digital Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 48%

    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 23.4%, Action 22.9%, Top-Down 20.5%, Co-op 17.8%, Arcade 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic top-down cooperative shooter that emphasizes claustrophobic combat and mission-based progression.

  18. #18 AIPD - Artificial Intelligence Police Department
    84% matchVery Positive84% of 51 reviews2016
    Dev: Blazing BadgerPub: mamor games
    Windows

    Enter the AI universe and fight evil AIs with a variety of weapons and modifications. AIPD is a top-down coop twin-stick shooter where you can enjoy thousands of possible combinations of enemy and arena permutations that give you an unprecedented and nearly unlimited arcade experience.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 46%, Local Co-Op 28.2%, Action 19.2%, Top-Down Shooter 6.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter that emphasizes arcade-style scoring and intense, neon-drenched combat.

  19. #19 Ballistic Tanks
    84% matchVery Positive82% of 244 reviews2016
    Dev: Kirklight Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Ballistic Tanks is the best tank game you've played since the 80's. Battle in exhilarating local multiplayer, or challenge yourself in an intense solo/co-op arcade mode. Play 5 game modes in over 50 maps; and destroy your enemies in a frenzy of bullets, lasers, and explosions!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.3%, Local Co-Op 23.2%, Action 13.8%, Co-op 12.1%, Arcade 8.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A focused arcade game centered on tank combat, mirroring the vehicle-based focus of the seed game.

  20. #20 XenoRaptor
    83% matchVery Positive82% of 173 reviews2019
    Dev: Peter ClearyPub: -
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 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 49.4%, Action 20.5%, Co-op 10.5%, Arcade 8.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 8%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, bullet-hell inspired shooter that allows for high levels of customization and destruction.

  21. #21 Cloud Cutter
    82% matchVery Positive87% of 127 reviews2021
    Dev: Just Two ltd.
    Windows

    Cloud Cutter brings you classic arcade shoot ‘em up gameplay in top notch graphics. Enjoy intense fast-paced explosive action full of epic destruction, arcade style power-ups, lasers and of course huge multi-stage boss fights.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 41.9%, Arcade 13.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.9%, Action 11.4%, Top-Down 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style shooter that captures the classic feel of top-down vehicle combat.

  22. #22 Vicious Attack Llama Apocalypse
    82% matchMostly Positive78% of 68 reviews2018
    Dev: RogueCode (PTY) LTD
    Windows

    The world's best mass llama-slaughter roguelike-lite-ish couch co-op top-down twin-stick shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 47.2%, Local Co-Op 25.2%, Action 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 7%

    Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, top-down shooter that focuses on overwhelming odds and constant destruction.

  23. #23 Carmageddon: Max Damage
    80% matchMostly Positive78% of 3,485 reviews2016
    Dev: Stainless Games LtdPub: THQ Nordic
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    CARMAGEDDON: MAX DAMAGE is HERE! And it's the antidote to Racing Games.

    Why similar: Action 55.1%, Racing 44.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses entirely on vehicle-based destruction and mayhem, capturing the destructive spirit of the seed game.

  24. #24 FullBlast
    81% matchMostly Positive71% of 87 reviews2016
    Dev: UFO Crash Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Blast your way through waves of alien invaders in this retro style shooter with modern visuals. Collect power ups, destroy the enemy ships and defeat the mega bosses in 12 action packed levels. On your own or with a friend in local co-op mode.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.6%, Co-op 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Arcade 13.4%, Action 10.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A straightforward arcade shooter that focuses on classic gameplay loops and boss battles.

  25. #25 Waves
    79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,549 reviews2011
    Dev: Squid In A Box Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Waves is an Arcade Twin-Stick Shooter that's all about High Scores. Build your combo and drop bombs in pursuit of Leaderboard dominance over seven game-modes!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 47.2%, Top-Down 14%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Arcade 13.1%, Action 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A minimalist but intense twin-stick shooter that focuses on high-score chasing and tight combat mechanics.

  26. #26 Heckabomb
    81% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 59%, Action 15.4%, Arcade 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced arcade shooter that emphasizes movement and precision in a circular combat arena.

  27. #27 Serious Sam Double D XXL
    79% matchVery Positive82% of 866 reviews2011
    Dev: Mommy's Best GamesPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    Pile on the firepower with the revolutionary Gunstacker and fire all your weapons at once in a symphony of destruction!

    Why similar: Action 57.3%, Local Co-Op 34.3%, Shooter 8.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A chaotic, arcade-style shooter that prioritizes overwhelming firepower and constant action.

  28. #28 Crimsonland
    78% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 28.8%, Local Co-Op 19%, Top-Down 11.9%, Action 11.2%, Co-op 8.1%

  29. #29 Meltdown
    78% 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: Action 31.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 29.7%, Local Co-Op 19.8%, Arcade 15.6%, Shooter 3.6%

  30. #30 The Horde Wants You Dead
    75% matchMixed63% of 246 reviews2025
    Dev: Bellyflop Games
    Windows

    The Horde Wants You Dead is a casual, top-down shooter with up to 4-player online co-op. Ambushed by an angry horde, you and your friends face a fight for survival against thousands of relentless enemies!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.2%, Co-op 12.1%, Top-Down 10.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.4%, Online Co-Op 9.5%

  31. #31 Redeemer: Enhanced Edition
    76% matchVery Positive88% of 3,150 reviews2017
    Dev: Sobaka StudioPub: ESDigital Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    REDEEMER is a intense Brawler where you will punch, hack and blast your way through enemies using fists, hammers, fire arms and even the environment.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.7%, Top-Down 21.8%, Action 17.7%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Co-op 13.6%

  32. #32 Undercroft Warriors
    74% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 45.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Top-Down 11.8%, Arcade 11.4%, Action 7.4%

  33. #33 PewPew Live
    75% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 44.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.9%, Top-Down 11.7%, Arcade 11.2%, Action 8.7%

  34. #34 Nation Red
    77% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 28.1%, Local Co-Op 16%, Action 14.9%, Online Co-Op 10.9%, Co-op 8.8%

  35. #35 NoReload Heroes
    77% matchMostly Positive78% of 92 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 31.8%, Local Co-Op 19.5%, Action 13.3%, Co-op 11.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 9%

  36. #36 Reflex Unit : Strike Ops
    69% matchVery Positive91% of 66 reviews2025
    Dev: ROBOSARU Games
    Windows · Mac

    Tactical Vehicle Action! Featuring diverse missions; stage daring rescues, manage resources, assault enemy bases and fight back against a sinister enemy. Strategic single and multiplayer gameplay, balance your vehicles speed, firepower, fuel and load capacity to overcome challenging missions.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 47.9%, Co-op 16.3%, Action 12.5%, Arcade 11.9%, Top-Down Shooter 8.1%

  37. #37 X-Morph: Defense
    71% matchVery Positive92% of 4,073 reviews2017
    Dev: EXOR Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Unique fusion of a top-down shooter and tower defense strategy. You are the invader! Use destructive weapons or lead your enemies into a maze of towers. Strategize in the build mode by carefully selecting various types of alien towers or throw yourself right into the heat of the battle.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.9%, Local Co-Op 22.2%, Co-op 13.6%, Top-Down 10.5%, Action 9.3%

  38. #38 Dead End Job
    73% matchMostly Positive74% of 133 reviews2019
    Dev: Ant Workshop LtdPub: Headup
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Dead End Job sends you into a madcap, Ren & Stimpy-esque world to bust up ghosts. It’s a procedurally generated, couch co-op, twin-stick shooter that straps a vacuum pack to your back and puts a plasma blaster in your hand. For you, it’s just another day in the office.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 34.7%, Action 24.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 13.5%, Top-Down Shooter 8.9%, Co-op 5.4%

  39. #39 Killsquad
    71% matchMostly Positive70% of 3,493 reviews2021
    Dev: Novarama
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Hack and slash? Check. Twin-stick-shooter? Check. 4 player coop to slay hordes of aliens & bosses with your friends? Check. Skills, upgrades, weapons, gears, talismans and more to make you stronger? Check. Wake up, bounty hunter. We have a mission for you. Time to clean up the scum of the galaxy.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.5%, Action 26.5%, Co-op 15.3%, Online Co-Op 10.2%, Top-Down 8.7%

  40. #40 Kritters
    67% matchVery Positive89% of 92 reviews2026
    Dev: LJF Games
    Windows · Linux

    A chaotic Roguelite Twin-Stick Shooter with a Base Defense Twist. With up to 4 players, explore, become stronger to defend your spaceship and leave this Frk*n planet!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.3%, Local Co-Op 20.3%, Co-op 13.8%, Top-Down 9.8%, Online Co-Op 9.1%

  41. #41 Final Days
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 105 reviews2018
    Dev: +7 Software
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Survive overwhelming hordes of zombie-like mutants in this chaotic co-op twin-stick shooter. Play solo or team up with up to 16 players as hundreds of enemies flood the screen in a relentless fight to hold the line.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.3%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Co-op 12.7%, Split Screen 9%, Online Co-Op 8.9%

  42. #42 Gunnheim
    76% matchMostly Negative40% of 337 reviews2015
    Dev: SIEIDI Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Dish out carnage of hellish proportions in Gunnheim, a top-down co-op shooter where the equation is simple: Vikings + Guns = Mayhem!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.3%, Co-op 12.6%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Action 12%, Top-Down 6.1%

  43. #43 Demon's Crystals
    73% matchMostly Positive75% of 73 reviews2016
    Dev: Byte4GamesPub: BadLand Publishing
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Demon's Crystals is a frenetic twin stick shooter where you guide the Urican demons through countless hazards in order to restore peace to the world. A variety of weapons and power-ups will help you defeat the massive enemy hordes.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 48.2%, Action 29.1%, Local Co-Op 22.7%

  44. #44 Alien Death Mob
    71% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2021
    Dev: Pug Fugly GamesPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 56.7%, Action 14%, Arcade 13.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.3%, Top-Down 4.1%

  45. #45 Naval Warfare
    74% 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 31.4%, Local Co-Op 22.3%, Co-op 13.9%, Top-Down 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.1%

  46. #46 Blazing Chrome
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 1,924 reviews2019
    Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Action 19.5%, Arcade 18.3%, Shooter 4.8%

  47. #47 Drive to Hell
    72% matchMostly Positive77% of 73 reviews2015
    Dev: Ghost Crab Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Drive to Hell is an action-packed shooter where you'll take a ride through an army of monsters to exact revenge on the Demon King for destroying your favorite dive bar. Enemies assault from all sides, each with its own special personality and attack style.

    Why similar: Action 59.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 40.7%

  48. #48 Galaxy Champions TV
    70% matchVery Positive92% of 121 reviews2018
    Dev: aQuadiun
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Galaxy Champions TV is a super intense top-down closed arena shooter game inspired by the classic arcade game Smash TV. Get powerful weapons and power-ups, kill huge amounts of enemies, level up, unlock upgrades and beat all the bosses to become the champion of the most violent TV show of all time!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 40.6%, Local Co-Op 23.6%, Action 16.4%, Arcade 10.5%, Top-Down Shooter 6.1%

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    72% matchMixed58% of 116 reviews2015
    Dev: Triverske
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Talented and ferocious weapon experts needed to eliminate a dangerous mechanical menace that threatens the existence of humanity. Up to six positions available. Benefits include traveling the world to eliminate robots.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.5%, Local Co-Op 11.5%, Top-Down 10.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.1%, Arcade 9.6%

  50. #50 Trigonarium
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2015
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Trigonarium is a hardcore twin-stick shooter for fans of challenging arcade gaming. Fight your way through multitudes of enemy formations in constantly shifting battle arenas to face the colossal level bosses.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 41.8%, Local Co-Op 28.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.3%, Arcade 7.4%, Top-Down Shooter 6.3%

  51. #51 Tank Brawl 2: Armor Fury
    69% matchMixed67% of 54 reviews2021
    Dev: Phung Games
    Windows

    Satisfy your need of destruction by smashing armor vehicles to pieces in spectacular fashions during the epic 4 players co-op campaign. Vehicles and drivers have unique upgrades and class combination. Multiple weapons such as laser beam, giant hammer, Mech's katana.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.1%, Split Screen 14.4%, Co-op 11.5%, Online Co-Op 10.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.5%

  52. #52 Blazing Trail
    66% matchMostly Positive79% of 72 reviews2025
    Dev: Gamenergy studio
    Windows

    Escape failed! All we have left is our will to survive, the endless hordes of enemies, and enough bullets to rip them all to shreds. Blazing trail. Vertical co-op shooter, offering accessible, action-packed gameplay.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Top-Down 19.6%, Arcade 18.7%, Action 11.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10.8%

  53. #53 Shape Shifter: Formations
    64% matchVery Positive91% of 267 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 33.6%, Local Co-Op 23.3%, Co-op 11.9%, Top-Down 8.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 5.3%

  54. #54 Twin Cobra
    67% 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: Top-Down 22.4%, Arcade 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Top-Down Shooter 11%

  55. #55 Battle Planet - Judgement Day
    68% matchVery Positive88% of 78 reviews2019
    Dev: Threaks
    Windows

    Battle Planet - Judgement Day is a planetary rogue-lite top-down shooter. You are one of the universe's 3 most wanted criminals on the run, fighting your way through hordes of aliens, military and police units. There is only one way to reclaim your freedom - destroy them all...

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.6%, Local Co-Op 21.2%, Top-Down 11%, Co-op 10.4%, Action 9.9%

  56. #56 Rocket Wars
    68% matchVery Positive91% of 95 reviews2017
    Dev: Rooftop Panda
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 99%

    Fast-paced local multi-player game packed with action. Destroy your friends with all sorts of different weapons and power-ups across multiple game modes!

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.6%, Split Screen 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Arcade 13.7%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%

  57. #57 BULLET PARTY
    68% 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 43.1%, Local Co-Op 17.3%, Arcade 11.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.7%, Co-op 7.7%

  58. #58 Inferno 2
    69% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 74.5%, Action 18%, Top-Down Shooter 7.5%

  59. #59 Legacy Of Evil
    62% matchVery Positive91% of 55 reviews2025
    Dev: Uruca Game StudioPub: GoGo Games Interactive
    Windows

    Join legendary RPG heroes in 'Legacy of Evil,' a classic arcade Shoot 'em Up. Battle the sinister Dravlo Stradinic and his dark forces. Upgrade your heroes and face terrifying bosses. Can you defeat the vampire and save Stygia?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.8%, Local Co-Op 17.4%, Co-op 11.1%, Top-Down 9.3%, Arcade 9.2%

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