- #1 Arcade Classics
97% matchPositive93% of 29 reviews2023
Dev: Reza MirzaeiPub: Dreamware Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Collection of a few arcade classics, remade with a fresh and friendly looking art style and a beautiful soundtrack.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 12.6%, 1980s 10.7%, Aliens 7.7%
- #2 Ping Pong Attack
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Tedesen Games
Windows
Defend Earth with a rocket-powered ping-pong bat in this fast, playful arcade shooter. Battle alien ball ships across 101 escalating waves, destroy massive bosses, collect upgrades and chase high-score combos.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22%, Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 14.1%, Action 13.1%, 1980s 9.7%
- #3 Frenzy
96% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for the ZX Spectrum by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, search labarinthine levels for the exit, while surviving an ever-increasing onslaught of deadly robots.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Retro 12.9%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 11.1%, Action 8.3%
- #4 Voidronaut
95% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Aztyrael Studios
Windows
Voidronaut is a fast-paced 2D arcade shooter set in the endless darkness of deep space. As the last surviving pilot, you must outmaneuver relentless enemy waves, collect new weapons, and sharpen your aim, speed, and reflexes to survive.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24%, Shooter 15.8%, Arcade 15.5%, Action 14.5%, Retro 6.7%
- #5 Haru: The Armada of the Astral Void
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Boreli
Windows
Help Haru defeat the armada of the astral void in a fast-paced roguelite retro space shooter.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.5%, Roguelite 16.2%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 12.5%, Top-Down 6.6%
- #6 Arcadia
94% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this highly addictive top-down arcade shoot-em-up from 1982, originally for the ZX Spectrum, defend yourself from wave upon wave of deadly alien combatants using your Ion Thrust Drive and dual Plasma Disruptors.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.6%, Action 10.4%, Arcade 10.3%, Retro 9.9%, Shooter 9.5%
- #7 Blue Jay Joyride
93% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Simmuk
Windows
Blue Jay Joyride is a fast-paced 2D space shooter. Go through waves of enemies and fight progressively harder bosses. Collect one of the many unique powerups to give your ship a fighting chance in this intense game.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.7%, Arcade 15.3%, Action 14.3%, Aliens 9.9%, Retro 6.8%
- #8 Cosmo Piercers
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MAGICBOX
Windows
A vertical scrolling shooter where you fire your main shot and strategically switch between limited ammo special weapons to take down enemies. Earn bonus points by clearing areas, and defeat as many enemies as possible before the game ends to achieve a high score.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.4%, Shooter 16.5%, 1980s 16.4%, Retro 10.5%, Old School 7.3%
- #9 Red Galaxy
91% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: CSZgames
Windows
This is a retro space shooting game, where you only fight against the strongest enemy. There are 15 unique bosses in the game, and players need to use different weapons and strategies to defeat them. Dedicated to you who are both challengers and retro game lovers.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 13.7%, Aliens 9.2%, Action 8.5%
- #10 BulletGarden
91% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2021
Dev: StudioTwilight
Windows
BulletGarden is a 2D vertical shooting gamewhere you explore a planet where the seeds you sow blossom into weapons.You can handle about 300 different types of weapons,each with its own unique characteristics.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Roguelite 19.4%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 9.2%, Retro 9.1%
- #11 Neon Invaders
90% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Absorb matching enemy fire, unleash devastating burst attacks, and survive escalating waves of neon arcade chaos in this fast-paced reactive shooter.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 11.8%, 1980s 9.7%, Action 7.8%
- #12 XTREME PEACEKEEPER FORCE: OPERATION BLITZ
89% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: RegetaPub: Regetas ACE LLC
Windows
A retro-inspired top-down vehicular shooter where you weave through danger, unleash heavy weapons, rescue POWs, destroy enemy forces, and battle explosive bosses across fast-paced, arcade-style combat missions.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 13.4%, Action 12.1%, Vehicular Combat 10.5%
- #13 Parsec
89% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Speedbird
Windows
In Parsec you pilot a spaceship through a field of asteroids trying to destroy as many as possible before they destroy you. You have three different weapons that can be picked up around the world. Health can also be picked up from random spawns and sometimes dropped by asteroids.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 14.7%, Action 12.5%, Retro 8.9%
- #14 SUPER SCORE SHOOTER CLASSIC
88% matchPositive91% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: AM Factory
Windows
A fast-paced vertical shooter built for short sessions! 2-Minute and 5-Minute score attack modes with beautiful X68000-style pixel art.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 13.3%, 1990's 9.9%, Retro 8.7%
- #15 Tank 99
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Wending Studio
Windows
Players control tanks, navigating through varied terrains, defending their base from destruction while defeating all enemy tanks to achieve victory.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 13.4%, 1980s 12.3%, Action 8.7%
- #16 Astroblaster
87% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: David ArmstrongPub: Pizza Parlor Games
Windows
An arcade-style 2D top-down space shooter. Blow up space rocks and space pirates for as long as you can. You'll also need to maximize a delicately-balanced economy of resources. Keep trying to out-do yourself! Five boss ships will break in at various points to make life difficult.
Why similar: 1980s 18.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 12.8%, Shooter 12.1%, Retro 11.4%
- #17 The Final Frontier
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: DJ Games
Windows
The Final Frontier is a retro multi-directional shooter inspired by the likes of Asteroids and Galaga. You destroy waves of endless enemies while trying to survive as long as possible by upgrading your ship's abilities along the way.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.9%, Shooter 19.2%, Retro 16.8%, Arcade 15.2%, Action 14.3%
- #18 N.O.M.A.D. (CPC/Spectrum)
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this innovative top-down shooter from 1985, pilot the Nemesis Organisation Mobile Attack Droid (N.O.M.A.D.) through the heavily armoured homeworld of galactic supervillain Cyrus T. Gross, solving tricky puzzles, dodging deadly hazards, and shooting fiendish enemies.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.3%, Shooter 14.9%, Retro 14.8%, Arcade 12.6%, Action 9.5%
- #19 Opalescence
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Nathan SwedlundPub: BioluminaGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
The colorful top-down shooter/bullet-hell
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Arcade 12.7%, Shooter 12.2%, 1980s 9.2%, Action 8.4%
- #20 Quin Excluder
84% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: MEGAAK SOFT
Windows
A retro arcade-style, 2D vertical scrolling shooter Pixel art inspired by 16-bit consoles and arcade games from the '80s and '90s Focus on the exhilarating "aim, shoot, kill" feel of the original shooter game. Receive communications from Controller Luna as you progress through each stage's story
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29%, Shooter 20.2%, Retro 12.4%, 1980s 10.5%, Action 10.2%
- #21 Nebula Warrior
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Saiko14
Windows
Nebula Warrior is a fast-paced arcade space shooter, a 15–20 minute action-driven experience designed like a high-intensity road trip through space. It evolves from a classic top-down shooter into a full 3D jet-style space combat, blending nostalgia with modern intensity.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 13.8%, Action 12%, 1980s 9.6%
- #22 Starlight Squad
82% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Pixel vs Pixel
Windows
Lead an elite squad of heroines in this high-energy vertical shmup! Blast through enemy waves, dodge deadly patterns, and take down epic bosses as you fight to free the galaxy from the grip of the Merlian Empire.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23%, Arcade 13.4%, Shooter 11.2%, 1980s 10.6%, Retro 9.4%
- #23 Space Carrier Zero
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: These Are Serious Games
Windows
One carrier against the sector's whole navy. The guns fire themselves, you steer the bow, pick the route, and decide how long to stay before the alarm brings the fleet down on you. Collect permanent cards that increase your strength each run. Five acts with increasing battle scope.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.6%, Roguelite 16.3%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 11.4%, Action 8.5%
- #24 BOMBER-ANGEL BOMBRIEL -FOREVER THE KINGS-
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ドシガタドシコ
Windows
Bomber Angel Bombriel – FOREVER THE KINGS – is a top-down free-scrolling bomb-placement action/shooter that shares the same lineage as classic masterpieces like RoboWarrior (NES). It’s a fresh new game dressed in pastel, cute visuals—nostalgic in spirit, yet with noticeably improved controls.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24%, Shooter 16.9%, Arcade 16.4%, Action 14.9%, 1980s 8.6%
- #25 True Galactic Mission
81% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Davila Games
Windows
There are 5 pilots in training, each with unique characteristics. It is the day of the final level and everyone wil l face a test to see who will be able to accept the next challenge, a true galactic mission. Be you one of the selecteds!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.4%, Action 21.6%, Shooter 21.1%, Arcade 21%, 2D 5%
- #26 TROID BLASTER 2
79% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: KINGSGUARD GAMES
Windows
TROID BLASTER 2 is a physics based asteroids tribute game, featuring: * Random Levels * Gachapon random generated pilots and ships * 30 weapon types to unlock * Physics based! * Hundreds of bite sized levels to play * A graveyard to bury and remember your fallen pilots
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 14.7%, Action 12.9%, 1980s 8.8%
- #27 AstroWars
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jonathan Silverman
Windows
AstroWars is a top down 2d shooter with monsters and a blue gun. Earn score by killing monsters and try to beat your top score.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28%, Shooter 18.3%, Action 15.6%, Aliens 10%, Top-Down 6.5%
- #28 Asteroids
79% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Play Asteroids
Windows
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Shooter 17%, Arcade 16.5%, Action 14.5%, Retro 7%
- #29 Meteor Storm
78% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Z Sculpt Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Welcome back to 1996! This shared screen space shooter is the perfect 4-player competitive game for some casual fun!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 13.4%, Action 9%, 1990's 8.9%
- #30 GyroBlade
78% matchMixed68% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: H.T.Project Games
Windows · Mac
Retro style 2D vertical scrolling simple shooter.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Shooter 14%, Arcade 12.5%, 1980s 10.7%, 1990's 8.2%
- #31 Alien Siege: Earth
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Don'tSayGame
Windows
Retro pixel-art top-down space shooter. Battle waves of alien invaders across world landmarks, upgrade your ship, collect power-ups, tackle events & missions, defeat epic bosses, and chase high scores.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.7%, Action 12.5%, Top-Down 9.9%, Shooter 8.5%, Arcade 8.5%
- #32 Hyper Bullet
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Tony Wang
Windows · Mac · Linux
Hyper Bullet is a top-down action game replenished with agreeable vaporwave aesthetics, pure joy of combat and gunplay rhythm.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, 1980s 15.6%, Retro 10.7%, 1990's 9.2%, Arcade 9.1%
- #33 STROIDZ!
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Knuckle Dragger Games
Windows
Clear the asteroid field before the Corpos hunt you down with their AI weaponry!
Why similar: Shooter 16.3%, Action 13.1%, 1980s 12.4%, Top-Down Shooter 12.3%, 1990's 8.7%
- #34 ZEROCRON
76% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: T.R.S.
Windows
ZEROCRON is a straightforward, classical arcade Twin-Stick Shoot-Em-Up with a strong Commodore-Amiga-era feel. Blast asteroids and enemies to burning pixeldust!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 11.3%, 1980s 9.3%, Retro 8.2%
- #35 2nd Shot
75% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Chad BarrettPub: Chaotic Entertainment, LLC
Windows · Mac
In the vast depths of space, lies a man with a dark past. Setting himself apart from that old life, and seeking justice against wrongdoing instead of being the cause of it, Captain Righteous uses the Freedom Fighter, his trusty space fighter to search for and combat the evil Captain Buster!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, 1980s 13.9%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 12.7%, Retro 8.6%
- #36 Chicken Invaders 1
73% matchVery Positive90% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: InterAction studios
Windows
Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shooter 16%, Arcade 16%, Action 15.2%, 1980s 8.7%
- #37 Operation : Escape
74% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: ICT@SUPub: ZDKHub
Windows
A sci-fi top-down shooter game. 2D top-downYou shooting game. You get kidnapped by alien from far away and infested by their blood, which makes you able to use their weapon. You have to get out there before they catch you and do some weird thing with your body
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.9%, Shooter 21.8%, Action 19.6%, Top-Down 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #38 Asteroid Force
75% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: B-Flat Software
Windows
Asteroids are headed directly towards Earth. Destroy asteroids before they can slam into Earth. Earn medallions to purchase ship upgrades to help in the fight to save Earth.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.2%, Arcade 19%, Action 14%, Shooter 12%, 1980s 11.8%
- #39 AREA WARS™
72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: RexoPub: STUDIO.D0DO
Windows
AREA WARS™ is a fast-paced 2D omnidirectional shooter where you battle enemies from every direction in a constantly changing enclosed area. Defeated enemies trigger chain explosions that engulf nearby foes and boost your score multiplier. Built for short, repeatable runs with score-focused gameplay.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.7%, Shooter 15.9%, Arcade 13.5%, Action 8.9%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #40 OUMUAMUA
73% match4 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Use quick reflexes and sharp aim to simultaneously blow up enemies and block alike in this satisfying retro style action brick breaker! The third installment in the Game Buddy series that faithfully recreates the look, sounds, and feel of classic late 80's handheld games!
Why similar: Arcade 17.7%, Action 16.7%, 1980s 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 12.3%, Old School 11.1%
- #41 Karakia Shooter
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: John Caruso
Windows
Fast Paced, Bullet Hell Retro Shooter! Shoot down enemies and dodge everything. Fight through 17 intense levels with 6 insane boss fights. Do you have what it takes to beat the game?
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 14.6%, Action 10.4%, Retro 9.3%
- #42 Cell Wars
72% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Krispy Animation
Windows
Cell Wars is a classic arcade shooter where your goal is to consume all enemy cells by shooting and eating them. Inspired by NES graphics, gameplay from arcade 80s cabinets, and early 2000s skill tree systems. Unlock abilities and skills to survive waves of regular, elite and boss cells.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Shooter 15.8%, Arcade 15.6%, Action 15.5%, Roguelite 13.7%
- #43 Droid Assault
73% matchVery Positive83% of 374 reviews2013
Dev: Puppygames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Play Droid Assault and experience running blaster battles with hordes of rampaging killer robots! Discover a unique tactical arcade shooter, with the fun addictive gameplay of 8-bit classics. You'll need your wits and the help of your acquired droid squad to stay alive in this fast-paced retro actionfest.
Why similar: Action 18.7%, Arcade 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shooter 14.4%, Retro 10.9%
- #44 Shooting Game KARI
71% matchVery Positive93% of 74 reviews2022
Dev: SAEKI Soft
Windows
The ultra-hardcore, authentic vertical scrolling shooter game comes back to life in the modern age. Dodge, shoot, and destroy. Conquer all six stages and experience the real thrill of vertical scrolling shooter.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.9%, Shooter 17.1%, Arcade 16.7%, Action 15.3%, 1990's 9.2%
- #45 STARSHRED
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NEYSEGAMES
Windows
STARSHRED is a fast-paced, top-down action roguelike set in space. Shred the invaders, choose between powerful upgrades to create unique combinations, and survive boss battles that turn into bullet hell. Grow stronger with every run and destroy the threat invading the planet.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Roguelite 15.9%, Action 13.9%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 11.1%
- #46 ARONDIGHT アロンダイト
70% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: COPIKAL
Windows
ZANAC-like Ultra High-Speed Scrolling 2D Shooter Humanity suffered a crushing defeat in the war against the sentient AI, RA6 the Great Sovereign, losing 70% of the global population. Now, you board the anti-AI fighter MSX-3 Arondight, and launch into the final battle against the Sovereign.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.7%, 1980s 16.9%, Retro 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%, Old School 7.2%
- #47 Core Crusher
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: gubestudios
Windows
50 sectors. 50 unique mechanics. Fight through a fast-paced top-down shooter roguelite where every sector changes the rules. Build overpowered combinations, unlock permanent upgrades, and adapt to survive increasingly chaotic challenges.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.2%, Roguelite 17%, Shooter 10.9%, Retro 8.6%, Action 8.3%
- #48 Particulitix
67% matchPositive97% of 30 reviews2026
Dev: Workshop Geek
Windows · Linux
Position smarter than you shoot. Stack rule-breaking upgrades into absurdly powerful runs. An arcade roguelite where Geometry Wars meets Vampire Survivors, and the playfield itself is your weapon.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Roguelite 16.4%, Arcade 14.8%, 1980s 14.3%, Retro 8.1%
- #49 Bug Blast
71% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2020
Dev: Giga GruntsPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Fight and dodge through hundreds of space bugs in Bug Blast! Go through each space station to protect from the hoards of bugs that come their way.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.5%, Roguelite 16.7%, Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 11.9%, Action 8.8%
- #50 Asteroids: Recharged
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 111 reviews2021
Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
How long can you survive the depths of space in this fresh revival of the classic arcade shooter, all while grooving to an original score by Megan McDuffee. Pilot solo or recruit a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 12.9%, 1980s 9.8%, Action 7.4%
- #51 Nocturne Maze: Shadows in the Hedge
70% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Xayba
Windows
Trapped in a sprawling hedge maze, Simon Rhodes must survive for as long as possible while being chased by ghoulish monsters. A tribute to top-down maze shooters of the early '80s, defeat as many enemies and go for the high score!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.6%, Arcade 17.1%, Action 13.3%, Shooter 10.7%, Retro 9.4%
- #52 Super Station Swarm
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Alan OSullivan
Windows · Mac · Linux
A space station, infinite waves, and a screen full of vector geometry trying to kill you. Your turrets auto-fire. Your satellites orbit. This is bullet-hell-yeah. In-game and permanent upgrades. 17 upgrade types across 9 weapon classes. Play, upgrade, repeat.
Why similar: Shooter 16.1%, Arcade 15.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14.2%, Action 13.5%, Old School 9.3%
- #53 Christmas Blaster
69% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: ArcadeNightmare
Windows
Christmas Blaster: Christmas Blaster is an Arcade-type action video game. Santa needs to save Christmas and face creatures with a lot of explosion in this action-packed game.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.8%, Roguelite 15.4%, Arcade 12.4%, 1980s 10.8%, 1990's 9.2%
- #54 Tank Blitz: Underdog Division
68% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Underdog Division
Windows
Tank Blitz: is a retro-style 2D top-down tank shooter where you engage in intense battles against a variety of enemy tanks, armored trains, and devastating railguns. Utilize the terrain for cover as you outmaneuver and outgun your foes in strategic combat scenarios.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Shooter 17.6%, Arcade 17.2%, Action 16.1%, Retro 6.8%
- #55 Spartan Survivors
65% matchVery Positive88% of 396 reviews2025
Dev: Bathrobe
Windows · Linux
Fight hordes of Covenant & Flood in this new game mixing Roguelite & Bullet Heaven for hours of mindless fun!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Roguelite 19.1%, Action 11.9%, Shooter 7.8%, Arcade 7.7%
- #56 Defendor
67% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: almostApixel
Windows
Defendor is a throwback to the fast paced arcade games of the 80s.A retro style, arcade shooter where you upgrade your base to increase the capabilities of your ship, unlock new weapons, ships and cause more mayhem.Defend your base until everyone makes it into the escape ship.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24%, Shooter 17%, Action 15.4%, 1980s 11.2%, Retro 6.6%
- #57 Pain 'n Dave: The Maze of Malice
68% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: missingnoge
Windows
Escape the Maze of Malice in this frantic 2D top-down shooter!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.1%, Arcade 11.7%, Action 9.9%, Top-Down 9.2%, Retro 9.1%
- #58 Rysen
69% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
An old arcade style 2d shmup.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.4%, Shooter 17.5%, Arcade 14.2%, Top-Down 7.6%, Retro 7.3%
- #59 Iron Skies
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 171Dev
Windows · Linux
Retro style, propeller plane centred shoot 'em up inspired by the arcade classics of a fondly remembered bygone era.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.8%, Shooter 17.5%, Arcade 13.8%, Action 9.6%, 1980s 7.6%
- #60 Martian Invaders
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
WE HAVE ALIENS, YOU DON'T—Blast Martian invaders and flying saucers across 30 stages with robotic voice effects. Use your destructible shield, rescue army men for bonus points, and chase the high score.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 12.6%, 1980s 12.1%, Aliens 10%