- #1 MC Lars: The Video Game
97% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2016
Dev: Synersteel Studio, LLC
Windows · Mac
Jump, fight, and fly your way through a dozen songs from MC Lars’ discography!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #2 Fleeting Ages
96% matchMostly Negative29% of 31 reviews2016
Dev: R&G Software
Windows
Fleeting Ages is an open world game with strong survival elements and with a constantly changing world and ages. The game features a huge open island and seven time periods that change as the player progresses.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #3 Space Ghost Pirate Zombie Slayer
96% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2016
Dev: Brandon Brizzi
Windows
Is there intelligent life in the universe? Of course not, it's filled with Zombies! Sensing the opportunity for plunder, the Ghost Pirates have taken to the stars on their ethereal ships. Now it is up to YOU to take command of the Space Ghost Pirate Zombie Slayer fleet and lead them against the Zombie menace!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #4 Sprinter
95% matchPositive81% of 43 reviews2016
Dev: Light Step Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Run through this compelling action game with minimalist art style and maximum story.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #5 Grid Masters
94% matchMixed55% of 11 reviews2016
Dev: Angry Hangar Games, LLC
Windows
Fight for victory in a 1v1 or 2v2 grid-based deathmatch in Grid Masters. Represent your favorite faction as one of five characters (with more to come), each with their own unique abilities. Toss massive bombs, rocket punch, or send explosive robot minions to take your enemies down!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #6 Alchemist Penguin
94% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2016
Dev: Foot in the Box, LLC
Windows
Take control of the Alchemist Penguin in the relentless battle against his dinosaur aggressors! Face off against a never-ending army of dinosaurs under increasing difficulty--and utilize a huge variety of weapons, potions, and techniques to aid you in your fight.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #7 Ride the Bullet
93% matchMixed55% of 20 reviews2015
Dev: Jordan Sendar
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are a gun for hire with nothing to your name but your rifle and a single bullet. You have a special gift. You can control this bullet. Your objectives: take jobs, kill, build your reputation, and work your way up the crime ladder.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #8 Helena The 3rd
92% matchMixed67% of 18 reviews2015
Dev: Only Human Studios
Windows
Pilot a jumping tank through a maze of underground caverns and dungeons in search of new abilities you'll need to progress deeper into the levels. Each upgrade is hidden out of reach of your tank, and can only be obtained after exploring on foot.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #9 Break Stuff With Coins
91% matchPositive100% of 22 reviews2018
Dev: MKJ Interactive
Windows
Ever wanted to just let loose and Break stuff? Break Stuff with Coins lets you do just that. Toss coins at stuff, and break or manipulate it, all in a wacky physics world. Unlock new coins, each with unique bonuses or destructive effects that will definitely spice up your playstyle.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #10 HVRGUN
84% matchMixed59% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Jonathan Bartram
Windows
Welcome to HVRGUN, the worlds best Assault Pilot Training program. Where you'll be placed directly into a virtual battlefield and test your ability to dodge, shoot, and destroy an endless onslaught of enemies!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #11 Exocomets
90% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Matthew Giordano
Windows · Mac · Linux
Exocomets is a basic yet difficult action game where you try to survive as long as possible against incoming waves of comets. One hit, and your ship is dead. Survive for as long as possible by collecting powerups and stars to beat every level!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #12 Delay
89% matchMostly Positive79% of 28 reviews2017
Dev: Matt FrankPub: baconlovarstudios
Windows
Inspired by Superhot, Delay is a fast-paced action platformer in which the player must manipulate time to cheat death and defeat their enemies.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #13 Breaking Bones
88% matchMixed43% of 14 reviews2016
Dev: Duplicator Studio
Windows
Breaking Bones is a survival game using the technology of photogrammetry. It's a First Person Melee game with some shooting component. Travel the world through quarries, islands, forests, mountains, deserts and more. Fight skeletons, dragons and dinosaurs. At your disposal a large number of deadly weapons, catapults and bows.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #14 Miner Wars Arena
89% matchMostly Negative33% of 35 reviews2012
Dev: Keen Software House
Windows · Mac
Median: 12 minMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 20%
Fast-paced arcade game inspired by the classic PC game, Tunneler, with state-of-the-art top-down view, 2.5D gameplay in a fully destructible environment. Enjoy unlimited gameplay variation by adjusting arena settings, such as terrain, map size, number of AI-controlled bots, technology level and many more.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #15 Dawn of H'btakh
86% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: megaeggz
Windows
Bizarre roguelike arcade FPS. The fish demon H'btakh is trapped in a maze, luckily he has lots of super powers.
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #16 GoatPunks
85% matchMixed68% of 31 reviews2018
Dev: Alberto SantiagoPub: Studio Canvas
Windows · Mac · Linux
GoatPunks is a rip-roaring king of the hill multiplayer game of goats, mountains, fireballs and good ole head-butting action. Can you hoof it to the top and stay there?
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #17 Drill Arena
86% matchNegative16% of 25 reviews2018
Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Fight in a brutal battle between robots with drills. In the arena there are only you and your opponents. Only the most sturdy and agile robot will survive!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #18 Ice Cream Surfer
87% matchMostly Negative24% of 50 reviews2015
Dev: Dolores Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Median: 6 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 10%
The evil Broccoli, irritated by the fact that kids hate vegetables and love ice creams, has created an army of vegetables to destroy the flavor galaxy. Only the Ice Cream Surfer with the help of his 4 super tasty friends can prevent that.
Why similar: Action 56.2%, Indie 43.8%
- #19 Epsilon Jump Prime
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Energize Labs Inc.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Epsilon Jump is a retro, Geometry Wars-inspired arcade game based on a unique warping mechanic where you warp through enemies to destroy them, chaining warps together to get a high score.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #20 Elly The Jelly
83% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2017
Dev: Seize Studios
Windows · Mac
Are you ready for the Jelly? Get this awesome Party Game where you have to take your (former)friends out of the arena! Shoot pieces of yourself and use several items!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #21 Prison Bomber
82% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: Sai Attack
Windows
Prison Bomber is an oldschool arcade shooter, based on classic 2d action games. Your main goal is to rescue your ally from enemies prison. Fight your way through the mass of enemies and beat the high-score.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #22 Weird creatures
82% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2016
Dev: mchernykh
Windows
Blow-up your mind with the easy fantasy shooting simulator. You will travel across forests, deserts and snowy mountains, accompanied by a powerful ally vehicle to care of. Various weird inhabitants resist you to collect art pieces. Ever struggle to be rewarded.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #23 The Nothing
80% matchPositive83% of 18 reviews2017
Dev: DDD Wares
Windows
The Nothing is a surreal and atmospheric action game with a new aesthetic, procedurally generated elements and perma-death - Designed for multiple short "runs", with endings based on the route you've chosen and the actions you've taken.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #24 Encounter of Galaxies
81% match4 user reviews0% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Obi-Wanya
Windows
Encounter of Galaxies is a vertical scrolling shooter with an open world and elements of trade.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #25 Quantum Flux
81% matchMostly Negative28% of 18 reviews2015
Dev: Dharker Studios
Windows · Mac
Quantum Flux is an old school style rogue-like following the Artemis. A prototype vessel aiming to save humanity from destruction, to do so it must find a way through a difficult and hostile universe to create a new home for the human race.
Why similar: Action 56.5%, Indie 43.5%
- #26 Bomber Barn
75% matchMixed59% of 66 reviews2020
Dev: Late Leaf Games
Windows
Bomber Barn is a cute and competitive local multiplayer game, endless fun for all ages! Bomb your pals as an adorable animal with unique abilities, blasting through a variety of themed maps designed for tense battles.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #27 Snakes on an Extradimensional Plane
78% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2016
Dev: Team Neon SnakesPub: Fox Buchele
Windows
Abstract HTC Vive game where you help adventurous space mice with tiny little jetpack escape the glowing snakes! Collect powerups for points and compete on the leaderboards!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #28 Break The Food Chain
77% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2017
Dev: TEHO GamesPub: Caffeine Overdose
Windows
Break The Food Chain is an arcade game about cute little animals shooting at each other in the face like there is no tomorrow.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #29 GOLDRUSHERS
76% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2017
Dev: UnNaturalism Inc.
Windows · Mac
A Goldrush themed local multiplayer brawler for PC and Mac!Play as two competing prospectors trying to fill your safes with precious gold nuggets or other items of value.GOLDRUSHERS will provide fast paced action, wacky antics, and flying horses for your living room.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #30 Alien Zombie Megadeath
79% matchMostly Positive74% of 77 reviews2011
Dev: PomPomPub: Pom Pom Games
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Alien Zombie Megadeath is a gloriously intense platform shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Action 58%, Indie 42%
- #31 Dinosaur Hunt First Blood
76% matchMixed54% of 239 reviews2017
Dev: Racing BrosPub: ANPA.US
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 16%
Dinosaur Hunt First Blood is a sequel to a first Dinosaur Hunt game and is a chaotic first person shooter that confronts heavily armed players with the most horrifying dino-humans.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #32 S#arp Shooter
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Complex Infinity
Windows
Guns fire and enemies attack based on music you choose from your library in S#arp Shooter - a VR game where you are dropped into an action movie scene and must stylishly shoot your way out!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #33 ARIS
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TBM StudiosPub: Lit Network
Windows
Strategically clear your way of enemies to gather points, salvage killed enemies for extra points, all while avoiding and engaging in combat with other different types of enemies. Added effects and game mechanics make for challenging gameplay in a fast paced environment.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #34 Gunnihilation
75% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2016
Dev: Robo Pixel Games
Windows
Ultraviolent bullet-hell platformer Gunnihilation is dual stick 16-bit mayhem that fuses several forms of 2D shoot 'em up, from run-and-gun classics like Contra and Metal Slug, to the arena-based slaughter of Smash TV.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #35 Derelict (DO NOT BUY)
74% matchMixed43% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: JEPR DEV
Windows · Mac
DO NOT BUY... A massive Space Station was found after 20 years of being lost, your mission is to walk among the infested interior in order to carry out your mission. Dangers beyond comprehension lurk in the shadows, be ready...
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #36 Asteroid Girl
74% matchMixed65% of 17 reviews2018
Dev: BTNcafe
Windows
Help the cute asteroid girl conquer the universe.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #37 Eternum EX
73% matchPositive86% of 42 reviews2018
Dev: Radin GamesPub: Flynn's Arcade
Windows · Mac · Linux
Sir Arthur has gotten old... too old. He has lost everything he had and loved, and with nothing more to lose he leaves for Samarnath, an evil subterranean kingdom in search of treasures, adventures and the most important: five magical orbs that together provide: the Eternal youth.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #38 Usagi Yojimbo: Way of the Ronin
77% matchMixed46% of 35 reviews2015
Dev: HappyGiant
Windows · Mac
Usagi Yojimbo: Way of the Ronin is a new, old school game based on the classic Dark Horse Comic Graphic Novel by Stan Sakai, and seen in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles over the years. This is an old school, simple, fun Retro brawler done in the vein of the classic TMNT Stand Up Arcade game.
Why similar: Action 58.2%, Indie 41.8%
- #39 Bowman VS Zombies
73% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: Antoine Hésèque
Windows
Grab your bow, nock your arrows, and fight to survive against waves of nasty zombies, gruesome monsters, and epic bosses who follow the orders of your worst enemy in Bowman VS Zombies!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #40 Mischief On Main Street
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quantum Games
Windows
Lie and bluff your way to victory in this online multiplayer VR game inspired by the likes of Mafia and Trouble in Terrorist Town!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #41 Onslaught VR
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MindWalker Games
Windows
Jump into the fray with Onslaught VR! Armed with multiple gun types, devastating AOE attacks, and aerial capabilities, you'll face off against multiple enemies and powerful commanders. Good luck, soldier... you'll need it.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #42 Tech Clash
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Interstellar PunksPub: ESAT
Windows
In the far future huge companies compete for the control of the technological market, in this mayhem the CEOs of the biggest companies reunite and decide to fight it off in a tournament! Each company will provide a champion in what would be the fight of the century!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #43 Itsy Blitzy
71% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: Minty Soul Games
Windows
Itsy Blitzy is an arcade style bullet hell brawler. The game focuses on simple-yet-deep combat with fluid controls, and a "so hard it's meditative" difficulty level.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #44 StickyBots
70% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2018
Dev: Potion Games
Windows · Mac
This frantic platform shooter is all about momentum, transformation and sticking to the ceiling. Test your metal with online competition and a complete single player campaign. Launch your fist and swap characters mid fight in this first of its kind platformer!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #45 Unnamed Fiasco
73% match9 user reviews44% of 9 reviews2016
Dev: Unnamed Fiasco Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Unnamed Fiasco is a local multiplayer game where your mistakes can help you. Every time your character dies, a new clone is created to help you by repeating your past lives actions. Face your friends on intense couch multiplayer matches or go solo on tons of action-puzzle challenges.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #46 Battle Trendaria
72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: megaeggz
Windows
Shapeshifting Local Multiplayer upto 4 players Third person shooter
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #47 BATTER BURST
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2018
Dev: TEAM_ETS
Windows
This game is a scroll action of continuous explosion drawn with pixel art. Let's blow it all away.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #48 Rubicon Approach
60% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Carbon Fiber Games
Windows
Rubicon Approach is a fast paced zero gravity shooter with a unique free movement system. Engage an enemy team in high speed, adrenaline fueled action across multiple maps.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #49 SuperLuminauts
72% matchMostly Negative27% of 11 reviews2017
Dev: LampFire
Windows · Mac
Break Space-Time with Friends! SuperLuminauts is a local-multiplayer spaceship shooter where your missiles leave trails in time. With the tight controls of an arcade shooter, and the deep mechanics of no other, soon you'll be flying, thinking, and blowing up your friends like a true SuperLuminaut.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #50 Beyond the Wizard
69% matchMixed61% of 23 reviews2019
Dev: EJB StudioPub: Team ShockdriveR
Windows
This is a 2D action hardcore flatformer game. Get into the simple but difficult world of Beyond the Wizard! If you have enough patience, this game will not be difficult!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #51 Supernatural Super Squad Fight!
68% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2019
Dev: Jonah Taylor
Windows · Mac · Linux
Come join the chosen and fuel our flame against evil! Play as one of eight mighty fighters and battle across epic landscapes. Challenge the forces of darkness or oppose the forces of good. Which side will you choose?
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #52 PROJECT VELOCITY
71% match8 user reviews38% of 8 reviews2018
Dev: Omnirift
Windows · Mac · Linux
PROJECT VELOCITY is a Bullet Hell and Endless Runner where the speed never stops rising, and the obstacles never stop coming. Fight and cruise your way through obstructions and bosses with ever-increasing difficulty!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #53 BackSlash
70% matchPositive83% of 23 reviews2017
Dev: Skeleton Crew Studio
Windows · Mac
BackSlash is a spell casting brawler featuring style-mixing, arena destruction, and accelerating duels. Combine two styles to plunge into a dance of destruction through flying blades, bone breaking punches and devastating spells.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #54 Six Feet Under
70% matchMostly Positive72% of 29 reviews2016
Dev: David NestorukPub: Adhere Technology
Windows
Find yourself under ground in this selection of Halloween party mini games, designed to spook and scare as you explore three underground levels. Start by finding yourself in an open grave with options to enter The Crypt, The Pyramid and The Mine. Battle rising water levels, mummies and giant spiders.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #55 GRAY GROFA
58% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TPM.CO SOFT WORKS
Windows
GRAY GROFA is an unparalleled side-scrolling shooter puzzle game developed for the 8-bit MSX computer. 2 years have been spent hand-tuning the game's visuals, movements and puzzles in a tireless pursuit for aesthetic perfection.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #56 IS -Infinite Stratos- Versus Colors
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2019
Dev: PROJECT YNP
Windows
High-speed 3D action battler! Control the world's strongest powered exoskeleton in Infinite Stratos and aim for the top! Manipulate the varios IS! Master an array of equipment!
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%
- #57 Waveform Wipeout
60% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Charcoal City GamesPub: Brinkbit, Inc.
Windows · Mac
Waveform Wipeout combines the fast paced action of pulling off a sick combo of tricks with the novelty of rhythm games. The levels are generated based on the song you pick, so the possibilities are endless.
Why similar: Action 57.2%, Indie 42.8%