- #1 Universe Survivors
97% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: jake fishPub: lunatic studio
Windows
A space ship game that you destroy asteroids make money gain xp and level up. Earn upgrades to improve your ship. And destroy the multiple bosses including a centipede monster and the spike ship. Arcade style vibe with unique mechanics.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36%, Strategy 28.6%, Action 16.1%, Shooter 10.5%, Roguelike 8.8%
- #2 Black Box: Infinite Arsenal
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Meshy Game Studio
Windows
An AI-native Survivor roguelike where you synthesize everything. An AI Agent acts as a real-time designer, weaving hundreds of mechanics into exclusive, logical weapons based on your strategy. Experience true freedom and infinite possibilities. Every run is unique. Your imagination is your arsenal.
Why similar: Strategy 31.3%, Action Roguelike 29.2%, Action 20.6%, Artificial Intelligence 17.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #3 Frak
96% matchMixed58% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Frakware LLCPub: Zygobot
Windows
Frak is a fast-paced, movent shooter that is simply put a short rogue-like with charm.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 27.9%, Aliens 22%, Action 20.3%, Shooter 10%, Roguelike 9.8%
- #4 SPACE DUDES vs ALIEN DUDES
95% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Archor WrightPub: Archor Games
Windows
SPACE DUDES vs ALIEN DUDES - Alien Dudes are attacking the Base, It's up to the Space Dudes to Stop Them ! Play Across Many Maps and Game Modes to Win the Day !
Why similar: Aliens 33.9%, Artificial Intelligence 21.7%, Action 16.5%, First-Person 14.2%, Shooter 12.1%
- #5 Farm Wars: The Farmer´s Wrath
94% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Coffee Knight
Windows
When alien beings decide to invade and conquer Earth, they don't expect such a powerful enemy: A very angry farmer, join him in the battle against dangerous and lethal aliens and win back the farm that is rightfully yours.
Why similar: Aliens 34.3%, Action Roguelike 22.2%, Strategy 15.6%, Action 11.7%, Roguelike 9%
- #6 Saving Astral
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Astral Studios
Windows
Somewhere among the stars awaits a remedy for your Mother. Search a vast mysterious Planet on the verge of collapse while fighting to survive. What perils await you? What will become of the Planet? What legacy will you carve into the skies? What fate awaits your Mother.
Why similar: Aliens 29.9%, Action Roguelike 28.7%, Action 17.3%, Strategy 12.5%, Roguelike 10.8%
- #7 Capsule Fighting
93% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Capsule Game
Windows
This is a game in the rougelike genre. Where you'll control your character through challenging, dramatic battles. The game offers many character customization features such as character upgrades, weapon upgrades, equipment systems, support drone systems.
Why similar: Strategy 30.4%, Action Roguelike 26.1%, Action 16.7%, Tactical 9.4%, Shooter 9.3%
- #8 Double Down
91% matchVery Positive89% of 62 reviews2025
Dev: Burndown Studios
Windows
Double Down is a roguelike FPS for high-octane high rollers. Smash robots and spin slots to win powerful upgrades, and make your way through growing waves of enemies to face The House and take back the casino.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 42.5%, Action 18.8%, First-Person 14.4%, Shooter 12.2%, Roguelike 10.6%
- #9 Infinite Abyss
92% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Seven Arm Octopus
Windows
Infinite Abyss is a combination of a dynamic game of action with strategic elements in a stylized 2D world. You will play the role of the last living astronaut to survive on a lonely planet.
Why similar: Strategy 43.1%, Aliens 29.4%, Action 27.5%
- #10 Sugar Rush
91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Ahmi Games
Windows · Mac
Enter the sweet world of Sugar Rush, an action packed top-down roguelike filled with sweets and treats to empower your journey. Test your skills by facing various fruit snacks, defeating them with color instead of damage. Find the best set of treats to survive as long as possible!
Why similar: Strategy 31.9%, Action Roguelike 30.6%, Action 21.8%, Roguelike 7.3%, Shooter 7.3%
- #11 Monsters In The Shadows
90% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: Phancy DragonPub: Treegrow Studios
Windows
Low-poly horror fps survival shooter game. Kill monsters hidden within the walls of an abandoned city.
Why similar: Strategy 30.5%, Aliens 26.1%, Action 20.2%, First-Person 12.3%, Shooter 10.2%
- #12 Dead Zombie
89% matchNo user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: reza alidadPub: Reza Alidad
Windows
Dead Zombie is a top-down survival shooter set in a dark city at night. Fight zombies and mutated monsters using a pistol, SMG, and flamethrower, explore the environment with a flashlight, rescue survivors, collect ammo, destroy obstacles with bombs, and escape by reaching the evacuation helicopter.
Why similar: Strategy 27.6%, Action Roguelike 26.1%, Aliens 20.4%, Action 17.9%, Shooter 6.8%
- #13 UFO: Aftershock
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 252 reviews2014
Dev: ALTAR InteractivePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 27.9 hrs≥1hr: 39%
UFO: Aftershock is a combination of tactical squad combat and global strategy that enhances and expands upon its prequel, UFO: Aftermath.
Why similar: Strategy 56.5%, Aliens 28.7%, Tactical 14.8%
- #14 Emoji Survival
88% match4 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: PowerApps
Windows
Embark on an epic journey, facing thousands of enemies in our Emoji Roguelike
Why similar: Action Roguelike 48.4%, Action 22.5%, Open World 15.3%, Roguelike 11.8%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #15 Earth Liberation
87% matchMixed58% of 36 reviews2016
Dev: PoRovoz Studios
Windows · Mac
Earth Liberation brings together fast-paced RTS gameplay and old-school style gaming experience. Command your troops on the ground & in the air. Grind through intense battles with alien invaders to liberate our planet. Humanity depends on your tactics and wits!
Why similar: Strategy 42.1%, Aliens 35.9%, Action 22%
- #16 UFO: Aftermath
86% matchMostly Positive78% of 333 reviews2014
Dev: Altar InteractivePub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 47%
UFO: Aftermath is a 3D isometric, tactical strategy game with a rich and compelling sci fi story.
Why similar: Strategy 49.5%, Aliens 28.6%, Tactical 19.9%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #17 Day of Destruction
85% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2018
Dev: SynaptixGames, LLC
Windows
Embrace Your Inner Alien! Rise as the destroyer of cities and conqueror of galaxies. Empower yourself with alien technology as you unlock new weapons and UFOs. Follow your destiny on the Day of Destruction.
Why similar: Strategy 60.3%, Action 39.7%
- #18 Hovershift
86% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: OuroborOs_
Windows
Test your reflexes with Hovershift and get the highest score on this little arcade game
Why similar: Strategy 60.3%, Action 39.7%
- #19 Hostage: Rescue Mission
84% matchMostly Negative29% of 24 reviews2018
Dev: InfogramesPub: Atari
Windows
Special Alert: Terrorists have invaded our embassy and seized an undetermined number of hostages...Lives hang in the balance as high ranking diplomats are held at gunpoint...Their safety requires immediate action... prepare to infiltrate the embassy, neutralize the terrorists, and rescue the hostages, or die trying.
Why similar: Strategy 60.3%, Action 39.7%
- #20 Maze Madness
84% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: James SchilzPub: Syngaming Studios
Windows
First Person Shooter Through a variety of Mazes and challenges. Each level has different weapons and AI to make each entertaining and increasingly more difficult. Try your luck and Beat your Time to get past each challenge all the levels have in store for you.
Why similar: Strategy 59.1%, Action 40.9%
- #21 Uprising 2: Lead and Destroy
82% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2016
Dev: Cyclone StudiosPub: Ziggurat
Windows
After a century of bloody galactic battle, a horde of intelligent bloodthirsty aliens, known as the Kri’iSara, threaten to exterminate all human life. New Alliance Command is counting on you to destroy the alien menace.
Why similar: Strategy 60.4%, Action 39.6%
- #22 Wisentree Spirit
83% matchNo user reviews2018
Dev: OriorInteractifPub: Orior Interactif
Windows
In this virtual reality tower defence, you will embody a hero, push back the enemies assaults, By building a network of defensive Towers and manipulating, internal might that will grant you powers of the mystical Fire.
Why similar: Strategy 59.1%, Action 40.9%
- #23 Traffic Cop
82% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Waden Kane Game StudiosPub: Yes Productions
Windows
It's the 1950s in a city like no other. You're on duty as the local Traffic Cop smack dab in the middle of a busy intersection. Direct traffic, dodge flying food, & unlock bonus rounds to disintegrate aliens, and hunt birds!
Why similar: Strategy 60.4%, Action 39.6%
- #24 The Defenders: The Second Wave
81% matchMixed56% of 96 reviews2015
Dev: FallenMaster
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Fight the ghosts through 50 waves of growing danger. Play as a powerful wizard, a mighty warrior, or a strategic builder to stop the ghost invasion. Evolve your character in the direction you want. Survive until dawn, or die trying.
Why similar: Strategy 60.6%, Action 39.4%
- #25 Army Men: Toys in Space
81% matchMixed70% of 83 reviews2017
Dev: The 3DO CompanyPub: 2K
Windows
Finally, proof that little green men exist in outer space! A horde of alien toys has invaded Earth. Now, they've enlisted the Tan Army to help them conquer the galaxy. All hope rests with one man, a green plastic soldier known as Sarge.
Why similar: Strategy 60.6%, Action 39.4%
- #26 Uprising: Join or Die
80% matchVery Positive84% of 113 reviews2016
Dev: Cyclone StudiosPub: Ziggurat
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Uprising offers more strategy than a military sim, and more action strategy than a shoot'em up. Using your hi-tech assault tank, loaded with powerful weapons, you need to establish tidal bases, mine for power, build factories and direct legions of allied units against the enemy
Why similar: Strategy 61%, Action 39%
- #27 The Lost VR
79% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2019
Dev: TOMATOVR
Windows
The Lost is ultimate FPS VR game. You must defend yourself from enemies with various guns. The Lost is only available in single mode, and you can gradually clear the stages according to the difficulty. Take over best teleport spots and choose proper guns strategically to defeat enemies!
Why similar: Strategy 61%, Action 39%
- #28 Lordian: Karma
79% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: oneIMMERSPub: YJM GAMES
Windows
Destroy waves of monsters with your powerful magic crossbow and alchemical traps. Freeze, blow, trample, even burn your enemies with various traps available. From extreme difficulty which can only be experienced through multiplayer to various stages of difficulties for single player.
Why similar: Strategy 61.5%, Action 38.5%
- #29 Crystal Quest Classic
78% matchPositive86% of 36 reviews2016
Dev: Game Mechanics LLC
Windows · Mac
Crystal Quest is a fast moving, adrenaline-boiling video arcade game from 1987 that won many awards. Now on the latest hardware.
Why similar: Strategy 61.8%, Action 38.2%
- #30 Disintegration Technical Beta
77% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,428 reviews
Dev: V1 Interactive, Inc.Pub: Private Division
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 1.2 hrs≥1hr: 20%
Pilot a heavily armed Gravcycle and command your troops on the ground in Disintegration, a new sci-fi first-person shooter unlike any other. Disintegration features both a thrilling single-player campaign and frenetic PvP multiplayer. Join the multiplayer technical beta today and compete against other pilots and their Crews.
Why similar: Strategy 62.6%, Action 37.4%
- #31 Snails
77% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2015
Dev: Jorge LimaPub: 2Brains Games
Windows
They are slow and dumb, and they sure need you! Snails is a 2D platformer/puzzle game where the main objective is to help the snails reach the level exit.
Why similar: Strategy 62.6%, Action 37.4%
- #32 Jarheads
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gareth Williams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Jarheads is a fast-paced tactical shooter with fully-destructible environments. Jarheads comprises of a 50 mission single-player (or two-player online co-op) campaign and a separate online multiplayer experience for up to 8 players with a variety of explosive game modes.
Why similar: Strategy 62.6%, Action 37.4%
- #33 DwarVRs
76% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Beard Wizard
Windows
Experience a unique combination of the strategic elements of a tower defense game mixed with action-packed, first person perspective gameplay, built specifically for VR. Use multiple different towers, and your own skills to defeat hordes of greedy dwarves, before they run away with all your wealth.
Why similar: Strategy 62.6%, Action 37.4%
- #34 Salvaged
75% matchMixed43% of 14 reviews2016
Dev: Opposable Games
Windows
The human race explores the stars, but a keen focus on the future has left a trail of desolation in the past. You are Alex Pieterson, commander of the salvage ship Thaddeus and its team of hardened agents. You are a remnant of that past, fighting for survival in a huge new galaxy.
Why similar: Strategy 62.6%, Action 37.4%
- #35 Tank Tread
75% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2016
Dev: INT2000
Windows · Mac
Tank Tread is a multiplayer real-time strategy game with modern military units.
Why similar: Strategy 62.6%, Action 37.4%
- #36 Minskies
74% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: Binary EmotionsPub: Piko Interactive LLC
Windows
Minskies Furballs is not a port, but a spiritual clone of Puyo Puyo. In a tournament against a cast of crazy characters, you must guide and rotating falling pairs of cats of different colours to make up colour combinations.
Why similar: Strategy 56.7%, Action 43.3%
- #37 NDE Rescue
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2016
Dev: 6L6 InteractivePub: KSCM Consulting
Windows · Mac
Become a NDE rescuer & join the international teams that can pull you back from death!
Why similar: Strategy 62.6%, Action 37.4%
- #38 Army Men II
72% matchMixed66% of 149 reviews2017
Dev: The 3DO CompanyPub: 2K
Windows
Army Men II, the sequel to the best-selling title Army Men, takes plastic toy soldier warfare into the kitchen, bedroom, front yard, and garage. Once again Sarge will lead his heroic Green forces into head-melting, plastic-body-part-exploding, combat mayhem; only this time the battle is for control of the kitchen sink!
Why similar: Strategy 64.5%, Action 35.5%
- #39 Stellarune
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mergician Productions
Windows
You've been cast out of the Academi, left to fend for yourself in the Soul Sanctum with nothing but your ambitions, a crumbling rune-inscribed dyh, and a mysterious tower. In this replicate world saturated with stars, it's time to begin your journey into the depths and unravel the Sanctum’s secrets.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 35.1%, Strategy 26.5%, Strategy RPG 14.1%, Action 13.4%, Tactical 10.2%
- #40 WARZOOM
71% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: LOUIE SCOTT WATKINS
Windows
Warzoom A Game Of Dynamic Strategy is a fantastic game that's easy to learn and loads of fun to play! It's a tit-for-tat with no two games ever alike. Non stop action from the beginning to the end. Prepare for battle!
Why similar: Strategy 43.5%, Action Roguelike 33.3%, Action 23.2%
- #41 Near Impact
73% match9 user reviews33% of 9 reviews2014
Dev: Sonalysts Combat SimulationsPub: Strategy First
Windows
Thousands of incoming asteroids...One robot...An untested defense force...The odds are about even!
Why similar: Strategy 63.7%, Action 36.3%
- #42 WASP
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blind Seer Studios
Windows
W.A.S.P. is an intense rogue-lite with fast-paced, enemy-swarming chaos with the action-packed shooting of classic SHMUPs. Players take control of powerful airborne ships to fend off waves of increasingly difficult enemies while navigating levels from outer space to desert planets.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 38.2%, Strategy 27.5%, Action 13.4%, Shooter 11.1%, Roguelike 9%
- #43 CTU: Counter Terrorism Unit
73% matchMostly Negative31% of 110 reviews2016
Dev: Odin Game StudioPub: Excalibur Publishing
Windows
Join the CTU, arrest dangerous terrorist threats, use gadgets including the snake cam and play online with up to five player co-op
Why similar: Strategy 64.3%, Action 35.7%
- #44 The Final Countdown
70% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: 청감예감
Windows
The Final Countdown은 FPS와 타워 디펜스를 결합한 전략 게임입니다. 적들의 약점을 공략하고 업그레이드를 통해 타워마다 다른 역할을 부여하며 적들의 공세에 맞서 마지막 카운트다운이 끝나는 순간까지 살아남으세요!
Why similar: Strategy 44.4%, Aliens 40.7%, Shooter 13.2%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #45 Zone VX
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Ugly Zebra Interactive
Windows
Upgrade, fight, and survive against an unrelenting enemy onslaught in this adrenaline-fueled vehicle combat roguelike. How long can you stay alive?
Why similar: Aliens 39.6%, Action Roguelike 36.7%, Action 15.4%, Shooter 4.1%, Roguelike 3.2%
- #46 Eternal Hunt
69% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: OZT Games
Windows
Eternal Hunt is a pixel art roguelite action game where you battle waves of enemies. Fight on random maps and upgrade your character with powerful weapons and outfits!
Why similar: Strategy 34.1%, Action Roguelike 32.2%, Action 23.4%, Roguelike 9.2%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #47 Sneaky Funk
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BoopityBap
Windows · Mac
Sneaky Funk is a melee-based, rogue-lite action dungeon crawler game with a focus on letting the player choose their own play style rather than force you to dodge and shoot like many other top-down rogue-lite games.
Why similar: Strategy 44.6%, Action 26.6%, Action Roguelike 22%, Roguelike 6.8%
- #48 BackStreet
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team_BackStreet
Windows
BackStreet is a 3D action roguelite game that combines dynamic combo-based combat with deep strategic elements, all with simple controls. Stand against the tyranny of the corrupted city management AI, 3COS, in a world abandoned by humans due to environmental devastation.
Why similar: Strategy 38.2%, Action Roguelike 33.8%, Action 26.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #49 the Glass Line
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: aTreeThenMePub: soadinc
Windows
Top down 2D snes-core zone control roguelike twin stick space shooter
Why similar: Action Roguelike 37.6%, Strategy 29.5%, Action 13.4%, Open World 10.9%, Tactical 8.6%
- #50 Survivor's Rhythm
67% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Little Stone Game Studio
Windows
In Survivor’s Rhythm, rhythm is the key to survival! This fast-paced roguelike hack-and-slash throws you into endless monster waves. Dodge, attack, and grow stronger in an intense 30-minute battle. Defeat the final Boss and claim victory!
Why similar: Strategy 43.6%, Action Roguelike 31.3%, Action 23.7%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #51 Deep Sixed
68% matchVery Positive84% of 105 reviews2018
Dev: LRDGames, Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Deep Sixed is a roguelike space sim that will force you to use strategy, ingenuity and duct tape to keep your ship (and your skull) in one piece as you risk exploring a mysterious nebula protected by dangerous alien creatures.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.5%, Strategy 28.7%, Action 17.9%, Artificial Intelligence 12.3%, Roguelike 3.6%
- #52 MINOS: Home A-Labyrinth
66% matchMostly Positive80% of 45 reviews2025
Dev: ArtificerPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
A free MINOS spin-off inspired by everyone's favorite holiday film. Build festive traps, defend a snow-covered home from clumsy intruders, and unleash winter-grade mischief in this legally distinct seasonal homage.
Why similar: Strategy 34.9%, Action Roguelike 31%, Action 22.4%, Roguelike 10.6%, Singleplayer 1%
- #53 Iron Tracer
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Iron Tracer Studio
Windows
Iron Tracer is a tactical shooter where you play as a spec-ops soldier sent across the globe to stop threats before they happen. Every mission demands stealth, precision, and quick decision-making, one wrong move can end the the mission.
Why similar: Strategy 39%, Action Roguelike 32.9%, Action 26.9%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #54 Roguefire Defense
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Albatigris Studio
Windows
A single-player, first-person rogue-lite defense game. Feel the tension in every level as you defend your base against diverse enemies. Shape your build with random cards and defeat challenging bosses to unlock new environments and experience unique atmospheres.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 31.6%, Strategy 19.3%, Action 17%, Roguelike 8.9%, Shooter 8.1%
- #55 Abatron
68% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2017
Dev: W3 Studios
Windows
Abatron is a multiplayer action strategy shooter. It's galactic dominance with controlled combat. First build your base and troops in Commander mode. Then jump into any unit at any time in First Person or in Third Person mode and confront your enemy head on.
Why similar: Strategy 55.5%, Action 31.9%, Shooter 12.5%
- #56 A.I.LIENS
66% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: Archor WrightPub: Archor Games
Windows
A.I.LIENS - A 3rd Person Shooter RPG with Advanced A.I., Abilities, Player Stats, Inventory, Loot, Dialogue, Interaction, Firearms, Melee Weapons, Weapon Upgrades, Save/Load and much more
Why similar: Aliens 35.7%, Action 26.7%, Artificial Intelligence 22.7%, Shooter 13.2%, Singleplayer 1.7%