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Games Like Rockett Gear EX

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Side Scroller, Action, Singleplayer, Platformer.

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Rockett Action. Rockett Speed. Rockett 2D Adventure. Rockett Gear EX is a fast-paced 2D retro action platformer inspired by classic mecha and arcade games. Experience intense combat, high-speed gameplay, and a nostalgic sci-fi atmosphere that pays tribute to the golden age of retro gaming.

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Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual
Platforms: Windows

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    97% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2019
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
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    Fight for love is a 2D Platform Action game based on the story of the major of Simdar army, Ron, whose mission is to protect the Simdar city from external and internal conflicts.

    Why similar: Robots 17.3%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Difficult 10.4%, Anime 7.9%, Shooter 7.3%

  2. #2 Mighty No. 9
    96% matchMixed50% of 3,457 reviews2016
    Dev: ComceptPub: Deep Silver
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Mighty No. 9 is a 2D Side-scrolling Action game that takes the best elements from 8 and 16-bit classics that you know and love and transforms them with modern tech, fresh mechanics, and fan input into something fresh and amazing!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 22.8%, 2.5D 17.4%, Platformer 15.8%, Robots 13.4%, Anime 11.3%

  3. #3 Drill Hero Legend
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ylun GamesPub: Nuntius Games
    Windows

    Drill Hero Legend is a 2D action platformer with rogue-lite elements, where your drill head is your greatest weapon! Drill, shoot and slide at high speeds as you face intense challenges! Choose your route, overcome obstacles with unique advantages and disadvantages and upgrade your arsenal!

    Why similar: Robots 26.1%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Platformer 11.2%, Anime 7.9%, Shooter 7.4%

  4. #4 Gun Crazy
    95% matchMostly Positive72% of 155 reviews2019
    Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Gun Crazy is a fast paced and hectic arcade style action shoot em’ up sporting old school pixel art and a retro sound track.

    Why similar: Robots 13.2%, Difficult 12.8%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Platformer 10.8%, Shooter 9.2%

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    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Atom Switch, Inc.Pub: TBD
    Windows

    AWAKEN REBEL, AS YOUR CIRCUITS WEEP FOR THE DEAD. Jump, shoot, slash, and shield your way through the 8 Core Robotics and defeat them all to reach the Council of machines that has conquered humanity. Go on a journey of retribution in this sci-fi action platformer that honors the classics.

    Why similar: Robots 21.2%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2.5D 15.1%, Platformer 9.6%, Retro 8%

  6. #6 Mega Man 11
    94% matchVery Positive89% of 5,502 reviews2018
    Dev: CAPCOM CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Mega Man is back! The newest entry in this iconic series blends classic, challenging 2D platforming action with a fresh new visual style. The new Double Gear system boosts Mega Man's speed and power for a new twist to the satisfying gameplay the series is known for.

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  7. #7 Way in the stars
    93% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
    Dev: Hamster Team
    Windows

    Way In The Stars is a real adventure! Find the reasons for the disaster, save the ecosystem of the planet and colonists, and start your own way amongst the stars!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 29%, Robots 13.6%, Platformer 12.3%, Shooter 11.6%, Story Rich 6.8%

  8. #8 Wild Dogs
    91% matchVery Positive97% of 75 reviews2023
    Dev: 2ndBoss
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The world is under a frantic alien attack. Amidst the chaos and with the army virtually subdued, the deadliest and most inconsequential pair of specialists are called upon to do what must be done. Join the war hunting aliens around the world and in every way possible.

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    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vinicius Oliveira
    Windows

    In a world devastated by machines, humanity places its last hope in a warrior equipped with special armor. Explore intense stages, face challenging bosses, and fight to reclaim what remains of the planet.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 21.1%, Robots 14.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%, Arcade 10.7%, Action 8.8%

  10. #10 Citadel Stormer 2
    90% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2024
    Dev: Unearthly Resilience Games
    Windows

    Blast your way through a world of deadly robots and monstrous machines in this explosive run-and-gun action platformer inspired by '90s classics!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 20.1%, Robots 20%, Platformer 13%, Old School 11.2%, Retro 10.1%

  11. #11 PONCHO
    91% matchMixed64% of 199 reviews2015
    Dev: Delve InteractivePub: Rising Star Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    A robot, a poncho and a journey of discovery! Make your way through this wonderful world of pixelated parallax platforming to solve the ultimate puzzle: who is Poncho?

    Why similar: Robots 18.5%, 2.5D 17.8%, Side Scroller 12%, Platformer 11.9%, Retro 9.2%

  12. #12 OmegaBot
    89% matchMostly Positive78% of 37 reviews2022
    Dev: Simon Carny
    Windows

    A tight action side-scroller with challenging robotic bosses. Dodge metallic dangers, acquire powerful weapons and blast your way through a destroyed world full of deadly machines where running out of energy means defeat.

    Why similar: Robots 22.9%, Side Scroller 18%, Difficult 10.9%, Shooter 9.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.5%

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    89% matchMixed53% of 32 reviews2016
    Dev: Reset Games Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Best Buds vs Bad Guys is a 2D run ’n’ gun from a game developer Dad and his 11 year old son, with a special message behind it. Travel to 11 different worlds, all presented in classic 16-bit style, with a catchy chip-tune soundtrack and lots of over-the-top weapons!

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  14. #14 Berserk Boy
    87% matchVery Positive85% of 433 reviews2024
    Dev: BerserkBoy Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    BERSERK BOY is a high speed action packed Platformer, with Metroidvania elements. Packed with vibrant and stylish pixel art. Go Berserk! as you change into different forms and use the power of Lightning, Fire, Ice, Air, and Earth to save the planet!

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    88% matchMixed50% of 25 reviews2020
    Dev: DigiPlox
    Windows

    A robotic uprising swarms the streets and it's up to you, an advanced Android Hunter, to fight back. Inspired by beloved sidescrolling platformers of the past, Android Hunter A is a well-oiled machine of fast-paced action, smooth platforming and deadly bosses.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 22.7%, 2.5D 18.3%, Robots 16.1%, Platformer 12.2%, Anime 8.7%

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    86% matchMostly Positive78% of 157 reviews2017
    Dev: Spicy Gyro GamesPub: Shiny Dolphin Games LLC
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    A bite-sized, 8-bit style run-and-gun inspired by Saturday morning cartoons of the 80s!

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    86% matchMixed58% of 26 reviews2023
    Dev: PlatinumGames Inc.
    Windows

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    84% matchVery Positive87% of 1,984 reviews2019
    Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%

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    85% matchMixed57% of 23 reviews2018
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows

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    84% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Hydro Shock Studio
    Windows

    In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!

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  21. #21 Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams
    82% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,924 reviews2012
    Dev: Black Forest Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams is a blistering hardcore platformer with contrasting worlds.

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  22. #22 Illusoria
    83% matchMixed41% of 37 reviews2017
    Dev: Under The BridgePub: BadLand Publishing
    Windows

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  23. #23 Freedom Planet 2
    80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,743 reviews2022
    Dev: GalaxyTrail
    Windows
    Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 15.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    82% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    Mega Man returns in 2027 with a brand-new entry in the classic action platforming series! Override challenges and blast down legions of robots while springboarding across a new array of futuristic frontiers!

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  25. #25 Emiko's Pledge
    81% matchMixed64% of 11 reviews2022
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

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  26. #26 Emiko's Pledge 2
    81% match7 user reviews29% of 7 reviews2022
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

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  27. #27 Aliens In Paradise
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CyberFOX Game Studio
    Windows · Mac

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    78% matchVery Positive93% of 114 reviews2022
    Dev: Xitilon
    Windows

    "Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.

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    77% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2025
    Dev: Sinclair StrangePub: Clickteam
    Windows

    Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.

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    79% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Basic Shapes
    Windows

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  31. #31 JankBrain
    78% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Log Games Ltd
    Windows

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    77% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2020
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    Electronic World Z is a 2D Challenging Platform game based on the story of a Robot called DGIN TV whose mission is to collect all of the Electronic components required to reinstate the Giant Power Generator device in "Z" Power Station.

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  33. #33 IN-VERT: Definitive Edition
    76% matchVery Positive80% of 110 reviews2018
    Dev: TERNOX
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    This is a short hardcore enthralling puzzle-platform game about a lonely robot, which tries to find his master. To go all the way you'll have to look for the master in two dimensions at the same time. Parallel world module will help to overcome any obstacles!

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  34. #34 Code Arcturus
    75% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2020
    Dev: Norbert Érsek
    Windows

    Code Arcturus is a retro inspired arcade-style action platformer, with aliens, robots, spikes, explosions, and lots of coins. Blast your way through levels, compete for the fastest times on the leaderboards in Speedrun mode, or put your skills to the ultimate test in Nerfed mode

    Why similar: Side Scroller 19.2%, Robots 18.1%, Difficult 15.8%, Shooter 10.9%, Platformer 9.3%

  35. #35 Robby's Adventure
    76% matchMixed61% of 23 reviews2017
    Dev: DillyFrame
    Windows

    Robby came to us from another planet and managed to get a real friend. The boy liked to play with Robby very much but once the misfortune happened - Robby was broken. Boy's parents gave the toy for repair and then our adventure begins.

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  36. #36 Electric Crust: Galactic Pizza Delivery
    74% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Swamp City LLC
    Windows

    Fifteen stages of side-scrolling arcade shooting, wrapped around the worst pizza delivery route in the galaxy. Bullet patterns, boss tiers, CRT scanlines, and a rank ladder Ace never asked for. One-time purchase. No ads. No IAP. No data collection.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 23.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Old School 10.7%, Arcade 10.4%, Retro 10.1%

  37. #37 Mission XAM
    75% match9 user reviews11% of 9 reviews2019
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

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    73% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: Pixel Bones Studio
    Windows

    Pig Ship and the Giant Wolf is a classic Shoot'em Up with a 8btis monochrome aesthetic. Cross the 6 worlds full of enemies and defeat the Giant Wolf to save your brothers.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 18.5%, Robots 17%, Difficult 11.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.2%, Shooter 10%

  39. #39 TAYAL
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 89 reviews2018
    Dev: TAYAL GAMES
    Windows

    TAYAL IS A RETRO FAN GAME. WE WILL FOLLOW A BOY TO FIND OUT THE TRUTH OF HIS FATHER.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 20.4%, Difficult 15.4%, Platformer 11.8%, Retro 11%, Anime 9.6%

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    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 40 reviews2016
    Dev: Sergey Marchenko
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 98%

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    Why similar: Side Scroller 22.5%, Difficult 16.1%, Arcade 11%, Old School 9.1%, Platformer 9.1%

  41. #41 Full Moon Rush
    72% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2023
    Dev: Silkworm
    Windows

    Take on a howling challenge in Full Moon Rush! This classic shoot 'em up is a bullet hell masterpiece with a boss rush twist. With 15 epic battles and old-school graphics, you'll need expert shooting skills to survive. Customizable health and Assist Mode make it accessible to all.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 24.1%, Difficult 17.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.7%, Platformer 10.1%, Shooter 9.9%

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    73% matchMostly Positive79% of 42 reviews2019
    Dev: RetroRevolution
    Windows · Mac

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  43. #43 Destructivator 2
    71% matchVery Positive96% of 56 reviews2020
    Dev: Pug Fugly GamesPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows

    A platform shooter that brings 90's gaming smashing into your face! Blast and insta-melee your way through hordes of alien soldiers, robots, bosses and loads more. Fight on foot, in a fighter or in a bomber. Take on bosses and ensure that the alien menace won't threaten Earth ever again!

    Why similar: Difficult 22%, Old School 14.5%, Shooter 13.8%, Platformer 10.1%, Retro 9.4%

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    72% matchMixed67% of 24 reviews2017
    Dev: Xiotex Studios LtdPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

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    Why similar: Side Scroller 22%, Difficult 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Shooter 12.4%, Retro 10.1%

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    68% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2026
    Dev: Cat Hui Trading LLCPub: AMATA Games
    Windows

    A spectacular, satisfying, and super-watchable defense battle! The ultimate 8-bit shoot 'em ups born in the 21st century, ""Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE"", is now on Steam!

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    70% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2021
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    Yui Tui is a 2D Platform Action game where Yako, the protector of the island, has been assigned to eliminate the enemies who infiltrated the island with an intention of ruling over it.

    Why similar: Difficult 20.5%, Side Scroller 19%, Retro 11.3%, Platformer 10%, Old School 8.9%

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    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hamster Team
    Windows · Mac

    This is a science fiction adventure with stealth and survival elements. You must go on a journey on different planets to save yourself and find the answers, explore the wild unconquered world, survive on a dead planet, and stop the unknown threat.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 21.7%, Robots 18.1%, Difficult 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.7%, Shooter 10.3%

  48. #48 Too Angry to Space
    71% matchMixed67% of 64 reviews2016
    Dev: AK84C
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Do you miss the times when games were not holding your hand? When they did not forgive mistakes and controls and rules were clear and simple to learn? YES? So you miss the 90s!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 19%, Robots 18.7%, Difficult 11.7%, Platformer 9.7%, Action 9.1%

  49. #49 lost bits
    68% matchVery Positive96% of 74 reviews2023
    Dev: Studio Mabbit
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    70% matchMostly Positive73% of 200 reviews2014
    Dev: Extend StudioPub: ORiGO GAMES
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    A 2.5D action-packed side-scrolling game, takes players on a thrilling sci-fi adventure! Take control of combat specialist Ares, or the new playable character, Tarus, to battle deadly machines with a variety of powerful weapons and armor. Your goal: Save Minos Space Station’s survivors and uncover the nefarious Zytron’s extinction agenda!

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    69% matchVery Positive84% of 326 reviews2011
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    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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    69% matchVery Positive81% of 2,455 reviews2013
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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    70% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2018
    Dev: Denis Galewski
    Windows

    Gun Rage is an old-school, fast-paced, side-scrolling run and gun, with 16-bit era graphics, inspired by greatest classic games of the genre.

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    67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
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    Windows

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    69% matchMixed69% of 914 reviews2011
    Dev: Extend Studio
    Windows
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    68% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
    Dev: Berry Patch Games
    Windows

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    67% matchVery Positive91% of 74 reviews2017
    Dev: PixelGreeds
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Hardcore action platformer with multiple endings that depend on your choices.

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    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Punch the Moon
    Windows · Mac

    Rog & Roll is a fast-paced, fluid 2.5D platformer from a new perspective. Control a tiny enemy monster named Rog on a quest to save his fellow minions! Rocket through levels using Rog's roll ability, or hunt for secrets and unlock hidden paths!

    Why similar: 2.5D 23.8%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Platformer 13.2%, Old School 11.2%, Retro 8.1%

  60. #60 Spacewing War
    66% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: Pneuma GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 33.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Shooter 14%, Arcade 10.6%, Old School 7.8%

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