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Games Like Sky Battles

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Flight, Action, Indie, Singleplayer.

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Pilot your plane and battle giant robotic monsters with unique capabilities in tenfantastic settings. Then, take to the skies in online multiplayer dogfights and showthe world who's boss.

Reviews: Mixed — 58% — of 121 reviews
Released: 2015-03-25
Developer: Peter Lacalamita
Publisher: Volens Nolens Games
Genres: Action, Indie, Strategy
Platforms: Windows, Mac
Median playtime: 3.3 hrs
Mean playtime: 11.6 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 97%

Overview

Sky Battles is a unique blend of arcade flight combat and boss-fighting action, characterized by its accessible controls and stylized aesthetic. These recommendations focus on titles that capture that same arcade-style flight feel, ranging from intense dogfighting simulations to indie games that emphasize fast-paced aerial maneuvers and strategic combat against massive targets.

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    97% matchVery Positive94% of 21,209 reviews2020
    Dev: Sector D2
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Project Wingman is a flight action game that lets you take the seat of advanced fighter jets and become a true ace. Fight in various missions and gamemodes ranging from intense aerial dogfights to large scale ground assault in an alternate scorched earth setting.

    Why similar: Flight 52.4%, Epic 20.3%, Action 8.3%, Arcade 7.8%, Simulation 5.5%

    Why You'll Like It: An indie-developed arcade flight game that captures the intense, fast-paced action and cinematic feel of classic aerial combat titles.

  2. #2 LUFTRAUSERS
    96% matchVery Positive91% of 4,487 reviews2014
    Dev: VlambeerPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    The skies are aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Take to the skies in customized fighter planes to battle battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.

    Why similar: Flight 33.2%, Arcade 27.4%, Action 18.8%, Indie 14.7%, Simulation 3.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A highly stylized indie arcade game that focuses on relentless dogfighting and battling massive aerial bosses.

  3. #3 ACE COMBAT™ 7: SKIES UNKNOWN
    96% matchVery Positive88% of 54,253 reviews2019
    Dev: Bandai Namco Studios Inc.Pub: Bandai Namco Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Become an ace pilot and soar through photorealistic skies with full 360 degree movement; down enemy aircraft and experience the thrill of engaging in realistic sorties! Aerial combat has never looked or felt better!

    Why similar: Flight 63.8%, Arcade 11.3%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Simulation 7.8%, Action 7.3%

    Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive arcade flight combat experience, offering high-octane dogfights and massive boss battles similar to Sky Battles.

  4. #4 Air Brawl
    95% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,713 reviews2015
    Dev: Landfall
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 37%

    A fast paced multiplayer dogfighting game that focuses on creative weapons and game mechanics that reward skillful flying.

    Why similar: Flight 63.2%, Action 17.1%, Multiplayer 10.7%, Indie 9%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, multiplayer-focused indie game that emphasizes maneuverability and arcade-style dogfighting.

  5. #5 Sky Knights
    94% matchVery Positive93% of 418 reviews2017
    Dev: Mudpike
    Windows

    Prove your skills as a pilot in this action-packed multiplayer dogfighting game. Take part in 4 vs 4 battles and outmaneuver opponents, master a variety of jets and weapons, support allied ground troops, and land on the runway. Only a well-orchestrated team of pilots can bring down the enemy bases.

    Why similar: Flight 56.7%, Strategy 17%, Action 14.4%, Indie 11.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical, indie-focused flight game that emphasizes team-based multiplayer dogfights and strategic aerial maneuvers.

  6. #6 Tiny Combat Arena
    93% matchVery Positive85% of 1,523 reviews2022
    Dev: Why485Pub: MicroProse Software
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Tiny Combat Arena is an approachable combat flight simulator sporting a stylized look and various game modes. Dogfight your way in the Arena and in Quick Action or craft your own scenarios and take part in a vast war with objectives and friendly armies to support.

    Why similar: Flight 79.8%, Simulation 18.8%, Singleplayer 1.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A charming, stylized indie flight simulator that prioritizes accessible arcade gameplay and engaging aerial combat.

  7. #7 Sky Rogue
    94% matchVery Positive93% of 1,204 reviews2017
    Dev: Fractal Phase
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Sky Rogue is a fwooshy rogue-lite action flight simulator! Blow things up over land, sea, and air, on an infinite number of procedurally-generated islands. Go toe-to-toe with enemy aces or assault giant flying aircraft carriers, but watch out for volleys of missiles; when you die, you're dead.

    Why similar: Flight 58.2%, Arcade 12.5%, Simulation 10.2%, Action 9.1%, Indie 8%

    Why You'll Like It: A procedural, arcade-style flight game that emphasizes quick, action-packed sorties and customizable aircraft.

  8. #8 Guns of Icarus Online
    92% matchVery Positive90% of 14,674 reviews2012
    Dev: Muse Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Assemble your crew, take to the skies in the premier PvP airship combat game. Guns of Icarus Online is all about flying massive airships, shooting big turret weapons, and working as a team for supremacy of the skies. Everyone as one, victory or death, together.

    Why similar: Flight 33.4%, Multiplayer 24.9%, Action 15.7%, Simulation 8.9%, Strategy 8.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on team-based airship combat, capturing the strategic and cooperative elements of aerial warfare.

  9. #9 Warplanes: WW1 Sky Aces
    91% matchVery Positive84% of 666 reviews2019
    Dev: Home Net Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Be a pioneer of aerial warfare in Warplanes: WW1 Sky Aces. Fight above the battlefields of World War I and become the ultimate Sky Ace!

    Why similar: Flight 72%, Action 16.9%, Indie 11.1%

    Why You'll Like It: An accessible arcade flight game that brings the intensity of historical dogfighting to a casual audience.

  10. #10 DogFighter
    91% matchMixed61% of 433 reviews2010
    Dev: Dark Water Studios LtdPub: Instinct Software Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 28%

    Take to the skies in this fast paced, arcade aerial combat game featuring arena style gameplay. Fly solo in single player or compete against other players in online multiplayer modes.

    Why similar: Flight 44.4%, Action 22.7%, Indie 14.9%, Arcade 10.9%, Multiplayer 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade-style multiplayer dogfighting game that focuses on quick matches and aerial agility.

  11. #11 Vector Thrust
    90% matchMixed48% of 739 reviews2015
    Dev: TimeSymmetryPub: Iceberg Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Vector Thrust is a fast-paced single and mulltiplayer combat flight game, using a unique cel shaded art style. The game features 260 fully playable aircraft (through various iterations of over 45 aircraft models).

    Why similar: Flight 50.8%, Simulation 14.3%, Action 13.6%, Arcade 8.5%, Indie 7.4%

    Why You'll Like It: An arcade-focused flight game that offers a wide variety of aircraft and intense combat scenarios.

  12. #12 Strike Suit Zero: Director's Cut
    89% matchVery Positive82% of 387 reviews2014
    Dev: Born Ready Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    In the year 2299, an interstellar war rages on. In a bid to save Earth from destruction, you must take control of the Strike Suit – a revolutionary fighter craft with the ability to transform into a lethal suit of space armor.

    Why similar: Flight 51.4%, Action 29.7%, Indie 11%, Simulation 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines arcade flight combat with the ability to transform into a mech, perfect for players who enjoy fighting giant robotic enemies.

  13. #13 Red Wings: Aces of the Sky
    88% matchMixed70% of 786 reviews2020
    Dev: All in! GamesPub: Untold Tales
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 12.5 hrs≥1hr: 26%

    Red Wings: Aces of the Sky is an arcade action game that puts you in the middle of WWI aerial battles. Accompany the legendary Red Baron and cheat death on your way to victory!

    Why similar: Flight 48.8%, Strategy 12.3%, Arcade 12.2%, Action 10.5%, Simulation 8.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A stylized, arcade-action flight game that emphasizes fast-paced combat and accessible controls.

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    89% matchVery Positive88% of 1,179 reviews2011
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    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 34%

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    Why similar: Flight 62.3%, Indie 20.5%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Action 7.6%

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    87% matchVery Positive86% of 1,762 reviews2019
    Dev: Home Net Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 40%

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    Why similar: Flight 68.3%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Action 8.6%, Indie 6.4%, Simulation 6.3%

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    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,403 reviews2018
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 36.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Construct mighty steampunk airships and fly them into battle, waging war and conquering the skies!

    Why similar: Strategy 52.4%, Multiplayer 47.6%

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  17. #17 Chorus
    86% matchVery Positive83% of 4,444 reviews2021
    Dev: Deep Silver FishlabsPub: Deep Silver
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Take control of Nara on a quest to destroy the dark cult that created her. Unlock devastating weapons & mind-bending abilities in an evolution of the space-combat shooter. Along with Forsaken, her sentient starfighter, explore ancient temples, engage in zero-g combat & venture beyond waking reality.

    Why similar: Action 37.7%, Flight 37.5%, Indie 19.2%, Arcade 3.7%, Singleplayer 1.9%

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  18. #18 STAR WARS™: Squadrons
    85% matchMixed65% of 27,803 reviews2020
    Dev: MOTIVEPub: Electronic Arts
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%

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    Why similar: Flight 67.7%, Multiplayer 11.9%, Simulation 8.5%, Action 8.1%, Singleplayer 2.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a polished, arcade-leaning multiplayer dogfighting experience with a strong focus on team coordination.

  19. #19 Air Combat Arena
    84% matchMixed54% of 59 reviews2017
    Dev: Sky Coder
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 26%

    Air Combat Arena is an arcade-style flight combat game. In the game you can pilot various planes play against other players on various maps.

    Why similar: Action 59.2%, Indie 40.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A straightforward indie arcade game that focuses on quick, competitive multiplayer dogfights.

  20. #20 Aircraft Evolution
    82% matchVery Positive82% of 251 reviews2018
    Dev: Satur Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%

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    Why similar: Flight 68.8%, Arcade 13.5%, Simulation 9.3%, Action 8.4%

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  21. #21 BOMB: Who let the dogfight?
    83% matchMixed63% of 81 reviews2015
    Dev: La Moustache Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Cool aircraft, big guns, dogfight thrill, single player, multi player, modding support, moustaches and ladies. You'll like it.

    Why similar: Flight 49.8%, Simulation 16.1%, Action 11.5%, Arcade 11.2%, Indie 10.3%

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  22. #22 Wing Breakers
    79% matchMostly Positive73% of 142 reviews2022
    Dev: Gugila
    Windows
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    Why similar: Flight 72%, Simulation 6.8%, Action 6.7%, Arcade 6.3%, Multiplayer 5.6%

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  23. #23 Iron Wings
    82% matchMostly Negative38% of 91 reviews2017
    Dev: Naps Team
    Windows

    ARCADE-ACTION WWII air combat -Player takes on the role of the two pilots, Jack and Amelia, as they attempt to take down Nazi aerial menace across a rich campaign of missions, each with numerous objectives and enemies as well as side objectives.

    Why similar: Flight 61.4%, Arcade 11.1%, Action 9.7%, Simulation 9.7%, Indie 6%

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  24. #24 Aerial Destruction
    81% matchMixed67% of 236 reviews2017
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    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    Why similar: Strategy 32.7%, Action 27.6%, Simulation 23.7%, Indie 16%

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  25. #25 EVERSPACE™
    79% matchMostly Positive78% of 11,373 reviews2017
    Dev: ROCKFISH Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%

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    Why similar: Flight 48.5%, Action 26.5%, Indie 14.1%, Arcade 5.6%, Simulation 2.8%

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  26. #26 Pilam Sky
    81% matchMostly Positive78% of 50 reviews2018
    Dev: BeagleGames
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%

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    Why similar: Action 50.2%, Simulation 30.1%, Indie 19.6%

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  27. #27 Jetman Go
    80% matchVery Positive80% of 175 reviews2017
    Dev: Linkflag Studio
    Windows

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    Why similar: Multiplayer 32.5%, Action 29.7%, Indie 20.9%, Simulation 16.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A casual, indie-developed arcade flight game that emphasizes speed and quick reflexes.

  28. #28 Rebel Galaxy Outlaw
    78% matchMixed64% of 1,122 reviews2020
    Dev: Double Damage Games
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 42%

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    Why similar: Flight 47.3%, Action 26%, Simulation 25.6%, Singleplayer 1.2%

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  29. #29 CurryKitten FPV Simulator
    77% matchVery Positive81% of 57 reviews2020
    Dev: Wayne AndrewsPub: CurryKitten
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    Why similar: Flight 40.8%, Simulation 23.5%, Action 21.6%, Multiplayer 8.7%, Indie 5.4%

  30. #30 Dogfight Elite
    75% matchMixed63% of 75 reviews2023
    Dev: Joaquin Grech
    Windows · Mac

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    Why similar: Flight 47.1%, Strategy 15.2%, Arcade 11.1%, Simulation 10.3%, Action 9.9%

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    77% matchMostly Positive78% of 386 reviews2019
    Dev: SRS Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    Why similar: Flight 62%, Arcade 13.9%, Action 13.7%, Indie 10.5%

  32. #32 Nuclear Option
    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,793 reviews2023
    Dev: Shockfront Studios
    Windows
    Median: 8.9 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    Why similar: Flight 61.8%, Multiplayer 13.2%, Simulation 13.1%, Action 11.8%

  33. #33 Sky Gamblers: Storm Raiders
    78% matchVery Positive81% of 252 reviews2015
    Dev: Atypical Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    71% matchVery Positive89% of 232 reviews2024
    Dev: Slitherine Ltd.
    Windows

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    70% matchMixed63% of 350 reviews2026
    Dev: DewEnforcerPub: Space Aces
    Windows

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    Why similar: Action 100%

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    74% matchVery Positive84% of 10,812 reviews2018
    Dev: Carbon Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%

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    76% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,666 reviews2013
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 70%

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    75% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,437 reviews2017
    Dev: Muse Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 44%

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  39. #39 Warplanes: Battles over Pacific
    72% matchMostly Positive78% of 157 reviews2023
    Dev: Home Net Games
    Windows

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    74% matchMixed70% of 50 reviews2019
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    Why similar: Action 100%

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    73% matchVery Positive91% of 796 reviews2014
    Dev: Theresa DuringerPub: Temple Gates Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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  42. #42 AirBuccaneers
    76% matchMixed61% of 690 reviews
    Dev: LudoCraft Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    69% matchMostly Positive70% of 5,487 reviews2022
    Dev: Wargaming Group Limited
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 37.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%

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    68% matchMostly Positive75% of 129 reviews2024
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  45. #45 A Clumsy Flight
    70% matchMostly Positive70% of 67 reviews2022
    Dev: Rdev group
    Windows

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  46. #46 Virtual Fighter Maneuvers
    64% matchVery Positive95% of 131 reviews2025
    Dev: Boundless Dynamics, LLC
    Windows

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  47. #47 Vincemus - Air Combat
    66% matchVery Positive86% of 109 reviews2024
    Dev: Virtual Convict
    Windows · Mac

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  48. #48 Sid Meier’s Ace Patrol: Pacific Skies
    73% matchMixed62% of 450 reviews2013
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    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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    71% matchMixed70% of 149 reviews2018
    Dev: HandyGames
    Windows
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    66% matchMostly Positive70% of 57 reviews2024
    Dev: Satur Entertainment
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    67% matchVery Positive85% of 97 reviews2022
    Dev: Aleksey Sidelnikov
    Windows

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  52. #52 Monster Battles
    63% matchMostly Positive76% of 474 reviews2025
    Dev: FourteenPub: Gamersky Games
    Windows

    Gather your monster squad and fight in Monster Battles! Dive into this inventory management auto-battler. Collect, combine, and strategize with your monsters. The same-race monsters get powerful buffs, and monsters can fuse and evolve. Discover endless possibilities and build your ultimate squad!

    Why similar: Strategy 56%, Cute 26.8%, Indie 14.8%, Singleplayer 2.3%

  53. #53 Shooty Skies
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 1,449 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: Action 29.1%, Arcade 24.1%, Indie 20.5%, Cute 15%, Multiplayer 7.3%

  54. #54 Air Guardians
    73% matchMixed43% of 180 reviews2015
    Dev: Lazy Bum Games
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 24%

    Air Guardians is a flight combat game set in the distant future. A world government is attempting to seal their grip on power, and an air force of advanced fighter craft is called upon to fight them. Fly through several different levels, with cut scenes between missions and in game narration.

    Why similar: Flight 46.1%, Simulation 25%, Action 17.5%, Indie 11.5%

  55. #55 Maru Expedition: We can fly
    62% matchVery Positive95% of 185 reviews2025
    Dev: MoldGamesPub: Jungle Game Lab
    Windows

    Catch falling allies and dominate the battlefield! Control your flying platform to catch characters and auto-attack enemies. Build your team, link skills, and shape your own strategy in this evolving arcade action game.

    Why similar: Action 40.3%, Arcade 33.7%, Cute 15.6%, Indie 8.4%, Singleplayer 2%

  56. #56 Animal Revolt Battle Simulator
    64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 6,594 reviews2022
    Dev: VDimension
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    The ultimate physics-based, sandbox battle simulator where you can create funny battles between all sorts of ragdoll creatures! You can also make your own monsters with the unit creator or even join the battles yourself in the first-person mode!

    Why similar: Strategy 34.3%, Simulation 24.8%, Action 19.7%, Indie 16.9%, Singleplayer 4.3%

  57. #57 HighFleet
    65% matchVery Positive88% of 7,155 reviews2021
    Dev: Konstantin KoshutinPub: MicroProse Software
    Windows
    Median: 5.1 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Battle for survival in the skies of a mysterious future Earth in this unique action-strategy game mixing arcade combat, exploration, management and diplomacy. As giant flying ships wage spectacular aerial warfare, a prophecy tells of one who will save the world – could it be you?

    Why similar: Strategy 37.7%, Simulation 20.8%, Action 19.3%, Indie 16.2%, Singleplayer 6%

  58. #58 Fighter Royale - Last Ace Flying
    70% matchMixed65% of 85 reviews2019
    Dev: Fighter Base Publishing, Inc.
    Windows

    FIGHTER ROYALE – LAST ACE FLYING is a WWII themed, arena style flight combat action game. Set in a fictional version of the South Pacific and features 25 authentic and upgradable WWII aircraft, you join up to 100 pilots competing to be the last man flying! This is a Battle Royale in the skies.

    Why similar: Simulation 51.4%, Action 48.6%

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