Games Like SAMS

Help the government agents in black thong to end the alien threat and the invasion of the machines. 1 or 2 players. Individual and cooperative. Gamepad compatible. Demo available.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 16.5%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, PvP 12.1%, Co-op 11.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%

Shoot ’em up, with beautiful 2D pixel art, addictive shooter gameplay, classic levels and weapons that will let you perform a symphony of destruction of the alien base in the black eye galaxy.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Local Multiplayer 11.6%, Co-op 8.4%

A gritty, non-stop blood bath from the creator of Insanity's Blade, Super Battle Princess Madelyn and the recently released GuardGrave. And a parody of beloved 60s and 70s classic action films, heroes and villains. Deathwish Enforcers... There's gonna be hell to pay!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Local Multiplayer 11.3%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Co-op 10.1%

Take to your ship to ensure the survival of humanity against an alien force determined to see you fail. Customize your ship with upgrades to raise your chance of success. Take a friend into battle to immediately become a stronger force and watch each others tail

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 12.2%, Local Co-Op 10.6%

A coalition of large corporations trying to destroy the root flowers is invading Daejeon. Protect the root flowers. It's not going to be easy. Because... Roots Need Control.

Why similar: Side Scroller 24%, Shooter 14.1%, Local Co-Op 12.9%, Arcade 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.7%

“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Arcade 13%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%, Co-op 9.7%

Three years after Sengoku Ace. The long-awaited sequel arrives!! Saikyo's side-scrolling shooter. The first installment!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Shooter 12.1%, 1990's 11.3%, Arcade 10.8%

“METAL SLUG 2”, the 2nd entry in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game returns to the battlefield on the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Arcade 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, Action 11%

Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 13.4%, 1990's 12.4%

You play the role of a spaceship surrounded by an asteroid field.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Shooter 15%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Co-op 9.8%

AQUA KITTY UDX blasts onto PC in this enhanced Ultra Deluxe Edition including the epic Dreadnought game mode!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Local Co-Op 16.9%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Arcade 11.5%, 1990's 9.5%

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

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Shooter 14%, 1990's 11.7%, Arcade 11%

ASTROSMASH® was originally a Shoot´em up game for the Intellivision® console in 1981. This reimagined version is based on the game’s original theme and gameplay but much more exciting and challenging. The new graphics are phenomenal and the amazing background music adds a lot of excitement.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, PvP 13%, Local Co-Op 12.3%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 9.7%

The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Local Co-Op 16.8%, Arcade 11.2%, Local Multiplayer 8.8%

Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Shooter 15.4%, 1990's 14.2%, Arcade 13.1%

Set in the Pumpkin Kingdom which has lost its national treasure—the "Bluewater Willow," this brain-stimulating action-shooter follows Cotton, a witch with the biggest appetite in the universe, and Appli, the most tomboyish girl in the royal family.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Side Scroller 19%, 1990's 15.4%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 11.4%

Trigger-happy aliens are closing in! Only you can burn the invaders to a crisp with the ultimate starship: HELLFIRE! Discover Toaplan's first side-scrolling shooter, known for its stunning graphics and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with quality-of-life extras!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Local Co-Op 15.5%, Arcade 14.5%, Co-op 11.7%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%

COTTOn Boomerang, the explosive and timeless witch girl shooting game, is finally back! There are team battles this time! Take full advantage of all the amplified action and push forward!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Side Scroller 19.2%, 1990's 15.6%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 11.6%

Lead the vegetable revolution alone or with a friend in the side-scrolling shoot ‘em up Rutabaga Desert Storm! Take down wave after wave of enemies, dodge their projectiles, and grab power-ups to boost your destruction! Can you defeat the oppressive humans and free the proletariat vegetable masses?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Local Co-Op 16.8%, Arcade 9.3%, Local Multiplayer 5.1%

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 21.3%, Local Multiplayer 12.9%, Shooter 12.6%, Multiplayer 11.8%, Co-op 11.7%

Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Arcade 12.7%, 1990's 9.6%, Shooter 7.9%

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 20.4%, Co-op 15.6%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%, Shooter 8.9%

Fight terrible enemies through a varied fantasy world.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.3%, 1990's 18%, Arcade 13.3%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, Action 9.1%

A dynamic action game with a side view, where you have to fight with huge crowds of enemies, accumulate magical power to defeat a very strong boss. Control multiple characters with different skills, not just attacking. You can switch between them or play with friends.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 17.5%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Co-op 12%, Local Multiplayer 11.8%

Hungry Zombies is a defense of the city, 2D graphics with a side view, colorful and beautiful graphics and unforgettable experiences.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Shooter 16.6%, Local Co-Op 11.5%, Action 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.8%

Grab your friends and your enemies, and hop onto Operation Pascal for a fast paced competitive experience, fighting to complete objectives or eliminating the opposing team before they eliminate you -- ready your reflexes.

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.7%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 12%, Local Co-Op 11.5%, PvP 9.1%

Explore the Trollhunters universe and save the world as Jim Lake Jr. in this action-packed game!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.5%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Co-op 14.7%, Local Multiplayer 14.3%, Multiplayer 9%

DRUNKEN BARON is a fast-paced 2D arcade shooter inspired by classic flappy-style games. Keep your plane in the air by tapping the button, fly through chaotic corridors, shoot invading aliens, drop bombs, and survive as long as you can!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Shooter 15.1%, 1990's 14.4%, Arcade 13.4%

AngelStrike is an exciting 2D side-scrolling shoot'em'up with handmade pixel-art and a variety of action-packed missions. Play solo or local co-op with friends to rescue refugees, stealthily deliver supplies, escort your allies, and take down hordes of machines in 40 levels across 5 different areas!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Shooter 16.3%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Local Multiplayer 10%

Oddballs is a fast‑paced 2D arcade shooter with pick‑up‑and‑play controls and a diverse cast of BOOuncing enemies; choose your route through branching levels and master quick, skill‑driven sessions that reward reflexes and precision alone or in couch co-op

Why similar: Side Scroller 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Local Co-Op 14.3%, Local Multiplayer 11.9%, Co-op 10%

Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2 revives the good, old, action platform run & gun genre, but this time with a bunch of humor and buckets of blown off body parts. In this sequel to Guns, Gore & Cannoli, Vinnie Cannoli’s story continues and this time it’s personal.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Co-op 12.5%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Shooter 10.2%

Onraid is a challenging 2D shooter game, where you are free to develop your own play style and tactics to destroy your enemies.

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 39.7%, Shooter 14.2%, Multiplayer 13.3%, Co-op 11.3%, Action 7.4%

Gather loot and hide from other players.

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 31.5%, 1990's 17.1%, PvP 15.6%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Co-op 7.5%

From the developers of the Guns, Gore and Cannoli franchise comes a new 2D run & gun platformer: Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & TEEF! Spearhead an Ork invasion, destroy the hive city and kill your warboss! ‘Ere we go!

Why similar: PvP 14.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Local Co-Op 12%, Local Multiplayer 9.6%

Introducing FixEight, Toaplan's thrilling vertical run-and-gun game featuring eight peerless warriors with cutting-edge weapons. Embark on an exhilarating cosmic escapade with up to three players at once. Now on PC with modern extras!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Arcade 15%, 1990's 11.2%, Local Co-Op 11%, Local Multiplayer 8.4%

Load your gun and dominate the best multiplayer mobile shooter game!

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 53.2%, Shooter 20.7%, Multiplayer 9%, Action 7.7%, 2D 4.9%

Save the world from Dinah's threat by defeating angels, demons, beasts, and aliens.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Shooter 14.5%, Co-op 13.2%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Local Co-Op 11.4%

“METAL SLUG X”, one of the most highly praised titles in the series among Metal Slug fans for its refined balance and game volume, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Arcade 14.7%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Co-op 13.3%, Local Co-Op 9.6%

Fight incoming waves of monsters with a friend! Control powerful wizards as you free 4 different worlds from the grasp of those evil beings. Unlock new content and take on the greatest challenges of Spirit Arena!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Local Co-Op 17.8%, Local Multiplayer 13.3%, PvP 11.8%, Co-op 9.2%

Unreal Mashup will test your gaming ability with a solid first person shooter base experience. Fight against bots or join your friends in their personal server automatically created at every login. This high pace futuristic shooter is Fast!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Shooter 16.6%, Local Co-Op 12.6%, PvP 10.7%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%

Use Aileron Rolling or Evading your enemies' attacks while having a realistic damage system. Use different planes with upgradable parts and numerous weapons you can mount to your planes to destroy your enemies. Fly solo or play with your friends and enjoy local coop. A modern re-invented classic.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Side Scroller 17.2%, 1990's 12.4%, Local Co-Op 11.5%, Shooter 10.9%

Get ready for classic shoot-'em-up action in Toaplan's Fire Shark, now on PC with modern updates. An evil and overwhelmingly powerful military force is about to take over not only a small country, but the whole world... Defeat the enemy and accept your place of honor!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Arcade 15.6%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Co-op 10.7%, Action 10.6%

Super Jet Juck is a dynamic puzzle and adventure game. Join the soldiers Juck and Tom!

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 37.9%, Side Scroller 15%, Shooter 10%, Action 8.9%, Arcade 7.6%

Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from a new mystery threat by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Local Co-Op 17.8%, Local Multiplayer 14.9%, Co-op 12.4%, Arcade 11.9%

After a failed spell during a vegetable contest in the Middle Ages, the vegetables come to life and try to invade the civilization. A little witch with her magic powers will need to fight against this invasion.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Side Scroller 22.5%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 11.5%, Local Co-Op 7.3%

Animal Striker 2 is a fast-paced multiplayer FPS where animals fight in intense arenas. Pick up magical weapons with unique projectiles, customize your loadout, and compete in team-based or free-for-all modes. Unleash your power and dominate the battlefield!

Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 38.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, PvP 14%, Shooter 9.9%, Multiplayer 6.7%

An endless eat-em-up arcade game inspired by retro classics with an unique inside-your-computer theme. Upgrade your system's RAM, storage, and processor, while avoiding major security attacks from the likes of Spectre, Meltdown, and ZombieLoad.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 20%, Arcade 19%, Local Multiplayer 16.2%, Co-op 14.4%, Action 10%

Blast your way through a myriad of extra-terrestrial incursions in this arcade-style scrolling shooter! Pilot the ship Habroxia through 15 levels featuring intense boss fights, rescue missions, shifting perspectives, and untold surprises.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Shooter 15.6%, Arcade 13.4%, 1990's 12.8%

Welcome to Shooter Heaven! The classic Telenet Japan & Wolf Team shooters are back! Note: The “Telenet Shooting Collection Launcher” is a free game launcher that lets you play titles from Telenet Japan and Wolf Team. The games themselves are not included with the launcher.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Shooter 20%, 1990's 19.7%, Local Co-Op 9.9%, Action 8.1%

Funtasia, a colorful paradise being polluted by airborne garbage. Only a handful of heroes and their goofy wheel machinations can help fend off the trash. Push pedal to metal, drive fast, and survive the Furry Road in this physics-based, side-scrolling racing game for single and co-op shenanigans!

Why similar: Side Scroller 16%, Local Co-Op 16%, Local Multiplayer 13.9%, Co-op 11.1%, PvP 11%

This is a horizontal shooter game. The story takes place in a city infected by "coal", where most people have become coal zombies. When the government learned of the great changes in the city, it sent two elite soldiers to investigate the situation.

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Shooter 16.6%, Arcade 12.4%, Local Co-Op 8.2%

Nebular Crush is 2D retro shooter that delivers non-stop arcade action. Armed with a magical surfboard and guitar, you must shred your way to victory through over 50 action-packed levels.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Local Co-Op 15.1%, Shooter 11.3%, 1990's 10.3%

Stick 'Em Up 2: Paper Adventures is a run'n'gun/platform game of stick figure characters fighting through beautiful paper and card levels. Fly across city rooftops firing rockets from a helicopter, leap between pirate ships with a sword, race buggies on the moon, and more!

Why similar: Side Scroller 20.3%, Local Co-Op 17.8%, Local Multiplayer 14.5%, Co-op 12.7%, Action 9.3%

Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.6%, Local Co-Op 17.4%, Co-op 16%, Shooter 9.7%, Action 6.8%

Free the galaxy by destroying the EVA program and its artificial planet HELOS. In this 2D shoot'em up, take control of one of the three ships of your choice and go to the different planets to eliminate each threat. 1 or 2 Player coop.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Local Co-Op 14.2%, Arcade 13.3%, Action 9.9%

Classic Arcade Style Side Scrolling Shoot'Em Up. Dodge the enemy bullets as you fight your way through 13 levels of increasingly intense action. Play in various levels of difficulty and challenge the high score tables. Co-op up to 4 players, one survives the level, then you all start the next level.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Co-op 15.4%, Local Co-Op 14.6%, Arcade 14.2%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%

You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Side Scroller 23.6%, 1990's 15%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 10.5%

Game Tengoku CrusinMix is a vertically scrolling shooting game mixing cute characters, a game world parodying a wide range of gaming tropes and history, tight controls, refined mechanics and eggplants?!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Local Co-Op 16.4%, 1990's 14.9%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 10.5%

Four years after their previous work “GUNBIRD,” a new, even more powerful five-member group has arrived.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Shooter 15.4%, 1990's 14%, Arcade 13.8%, Action 9.4%