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  1. #1 GHOSTKEEPER
    97% match9 user reviews50% of 10 reviews2022
    Dev: Cap SmokerPub: My Way Games
    Windows

    GHOSTKEEPER - the player controls a platform that can be moved by placing it under the bone, preventing it from falling on the skulls.

    Why similar: Old School 28.3%, Arcade 22%, Retro 18.6%, Minimalist 15.8%, Casual 13.4%

  2. #2 Firedrip Arcade
    96% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Firedrip Games
    Windows

    A collection of 4 arcade games to help scratch that nostalgic itch.

    Why similar: Arcade 33.1%, Old School 32.8%, Retro 18.7%, Casual 14.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  3. #3 Brick Breaker Heart Collector
    96% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: Jesus Hinojosa Gracia
    Windows

    If you like Breakout / Arkanoid style games, this game is for you.

    Why similar: Old School 36.2%, Retro 27.6%, Arcade 26.8%, Casual 6.9%, Singleplayer 1.6%

  4. #4 Blastonier
    95% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2022
    Dev: Narcitheus
    Windows

    A 2D physics-based puzzle game inspired by old flash games and arcade tasking you with shooting a ball into a cube.

    Why similar: Arcade 29.5%, Old School 23%, Minimalist 17.1%, Retro 15.3%, Casual 13.2%

  5. #5 Snip It!
    94% matchPositive93% of 28 reviews2024
    Dev: ryshaw
    Windows

    A 2D Qix-like retro arcade game. Draw lines to capture the canvas and defeat enemies!

    Why similar: Arcade 34.2%, Retro 30.1%, Minimalist 18.1%, Casual 14.7%, Indie 1.6%

  6. #6 Phemx
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LGV
    Windows

    Phemx is a simple but increasingly challenging retro-style arcade game. Use your paddle to bounce the balls to safety and get a big score!

    Why similar: Old School 36.9%, Arcade 27.7%, Retro 22.8%, Casual 11.1%, Indie 0.8%

  7. #7 GEAR TuNNEL
    93% match9 user reviews44% of 9 reviews2021
    Dev: illuminatiPub: SA Industry
    Windows

    Moving all the time is your only chance to survive. How long can you move?

    Why similar: Arcade 32.3%, Old School 23%, Minimalist 18.1%, Casual 13.7%, Top-Down 11.9%

  8. #8 2D Brick Breaker Game | REMASTERED
    92% matchPositive82% of 22 reviews2022
    Dev: Cypsy1714
    Windows

    2D Brick Breaker Game | REMASTERED is a relaxing/casual retro game where you shoot balls and break the variously colored bricks. There are also a lot of different powerups to make the game more immersive. The game has 100 unique levels.

    Why similar: Arcade 31.2%, Retro 28.2%, Old School 23.3%, Casual 14.5%, Indie 2%

  9. #9 Strange Pong
    91% matchVery Positive98% of 170 reviews2025
    Dev: Heartales
    Windows · Linux

    Strange Pong is a classic Pong game with the addition of new game mechanics. This game is a game of tennis, the player controls a racket and must hit the ball. However, each level has its own features that make the game more interesting.

    Why similar: Old School 30.8%, Arcade 22.9%, Retro 20.5%, Casual 9.1%, Minimalist 7.3%

  10. #10 Shudder
    91% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2018
    Dev: Saberphrog
    Windows

    Shudder is a high speed, twin-stick shooter with one stick and no shooting. Lost in an interdimensional wormhole, absorb powerful cosmic cells to charge up the awesome power of the SHUDDER Drive 9000TM and use it against the onslaught of interstellar Para-Bugs.

    Why similar: Old School 38.3%, Arcade 29.3%, Retro 27.8%, Indie 4.5%

  11. #11 Anivenge
    90% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Fiery Aspen Studios, LLC
    Windows

    An arcade style game where you play as an animal hopping around a road trying to crash cars. Work your way through different levels or play in survival mode - how many can you crash before you're run over?

    Why similar: Old School 31%, Arcade 24.5%, Retro 23.4%, Casual 9.3%, Minimalist 6.3%

  12. #12 The Ancient Art of Staying Alive
    89% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
    Dev: Dave SeamanPub: Team Disaster
    Windows

    An arcade game in which the only goal is to stay alive by making your enemies crash into each other rather than you... which gets difficult as you can have hundreds of enemies homing in on you simultaneously!!

    Why similar: Old School 32.8%, Retro 25.8%, Arcade 23.3%, Minimalist 18.1%

  13. #13 Quadris
    89% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Core Strand LLC
    Windows

    QUADRIS is a falling tetromino puzzler pulled in four directions at once. Guide the falling blocks through four rotating lanes, clear lines before the stacks reach the center, and switch columns fast enough to keep the core alive. This unhinged take on the genre will put your limits to the test!

    Why similar: Arcade 32.2%, Old School 29.7%, Retro 19.7%, Casual 16%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  14. #14 CyberBrick
    88% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
    Dev: ZaxtorGameS
    Windows

    CyberBrick presents classic brick breaker arcade action in a new re-imagined unique game where the better you are at staying cool and composed, the more points you will likely score. Offers 100% Mouse controller gameplay!

    Why similar: Old School 30.2%, Arcade 29.7%, Retro 20.1%, Casual 17.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%

  15. #15 Bloxtacle Course
    87% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Prickleberry Games LLC
    Windows

    Bloxtacle Course is a block breaker game where you are given nearly full control over the ball itself.

    Why similar: Arcade 28.3%, Old School 27.2%, Retro 21.1%, Casual 12.7%, Minimalist 6.2%

  16. #16 Jump Jumpz
    86% matchMixed64% of 35 reviews2018
    Dev: Gronzragüer Games
    Windows · Mac

    Reach as high as possible while collecting as many coins as you can. This game has the difficulty and style of Arcade games of the 80s.

    Why similar: Retro 41.9%, Arcade 32.4%, Casual 21.5%, Indie 4.2%

  17. #17 Retro Memories: Brick Braker
    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Norub Studio
    Windows

    Retro Memories: Brick Breaker is a block-breaking game inspired by classic arcade games of the past, making you remember how fun it is to break blocks

    Why similar: Retro 30.7%, Arcade 23%, Old School 20.8%, Minimalist 12.2%, Casual 11.6%

  18. #18 TetriMatch
    84% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
    Dev: Emerald Knight Interactive LLC
    Windows

    TetriMatch is a matchup of two popular games combined to make something new and challenging. Test your skill in this combination of Tetris and Match 3!

    Why similar: Arcade 32.3%, Old School 28.9%, Casual 19.2%, Retro 17.4%, Indie 1.1%

  19. #19 Wizorb
    85% matchMostly Positive70% of 1,005 reviews2012
    Dev: Tribute Games Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    The once peaceful Kingdom of Gorudo is threatened by an evil presence. The only hope for salvation is Cyrus!

    Why similar: Arcade 35.8%, Retro 31.7%, Old School 23.4%, Casual 4.8%, Indie 2.9%

  20. #20 Dam Busters
    84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: julkipPub: SpielmannSpiel
    Windows · Linux

    Destroy the dam, or save the dam. Your choice. Play the aggressor and destroy the dam brick by brick. Or play the defender and command your work force to repair any damage done to your dam. A reimagining of the Magnavox Odyssey² Game Videopac 29 - Dam Buster

    Why similar: Retro 29.5%, Old School 28.3%, Arcade 19.6%, Casual 12.7%, Top-Down 6.8%

  21. #21 Maui Pong
    81% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: awtgames
    Windows

    Dodge obstacles, defeat bosses & collect power-ups in this arcade classic!

    Why similar: Arcade 28.7%, Old School 27.7%, Retro 24.8%, Casual 17%, Indie 0.9%

  22. #22 Ah Diddums
    82% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    In this classic ZX Spectrum game from 1983, take on the role of the loyal Teddy, trying to leave the toybox to comfort a crying baby. But watch out! The other toys, scared that the baby being comforted will lead to mother turning out the lights, will try to stop you!

    Why similar: Arcade 43.3%, Retro 30.7%, Old School 24.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%

  23. #23 Brick Game
    83% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Daniel Shimmyo
    Windows · Mac

    A retro-inspired classic arcade brick-breaker

    Why similar: Retro 36%, Arcade 28.2%, Old School 22.1%, Casual 11.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  24. #24 Blamcon Shooting Gallery
    81% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2025
    Dev: Craig GulliverPub: Props3D
    Windows · Linux

    This game is only properly experienced when using an Infrared Light Gun. Each consecutive hit gives you bonus points. You can reload as many times as you like but keep an eye on that ammo, 6 shots doesn't last!

    Why similar: Sports 31.4%, Arcade 23%, Old School 20.7%, Retro 13.7%, Casual 10.3%

  25. #25 Road Frog
    82% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for home microcomputers by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, guide a small frog across a busy road, then across logs floating in a river, to reach safety on the other side.

    Why similar: Retro 36.7%, Arcade 29.7%, Old School 21.6%, Top-Down 11%, Singleplayer 1%

  26. #26 Christmas Countdown
    80% matchPositive83% of 23 reviews2024
    Dev: Averrum
    Windows

    Join Santa's elves in a festive race against time to wrap presents and fill Santa's sleigh before Christmas Eve in this fun and cheerful game for the whole family.

    Why similar: Arcade 29.9%, Old School 25.4%, Casual 17.4%, Retro 16.9%, Top-Down 8.6%

  27. #27 Lethal Pongbat
    79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: Wolftrail Ltd.
    Windows · Mac

    Pong with lazers & power-ups!

    Why similar: Old School 30.3%, Arcade 29.5%, Retro 21.2%, Casual 16.5%, Indie 1.5%

  28. #28 WEBCUP.SOCCER
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Thorsten Schleinzer
    Windows

    Old-school online arcade soccer game with fast-paced graphics, responsive controls and accurate ball physics.

    Why similar: Sports 20.5%, Arcade 19.7%, Old School 18.9%, Retro 13.5%, Minimalist 10.7%

  29. #29 Virus Kombat
    78% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Artur Rezende
    Windows

    A deadly virus is decimating the world's population and you are the only one who can stop this threat. Run around the scene collecting the necessary ingredients to produce the vaccine, after that, eliminate the virus and save the population, can you do it?

    Why similar: Old School 32.5%, Retro 25%, Arcade 16%, Minimalist 12.9%, Top-Down 7.6%

  30. #30 Apsis
    77% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Friendpatine
    Windows · Mac

    Survive as long as possible in this hardcore Arcade Throwback. Avoid Asteroids and the Planets while collecting as many water filled Comets as possible!

    Why similar: Arcade 26.8%, Old School 22.2%, Casual 15.2%, Retro 14.8%, Minimalist 12.7%

  31. #31 Bisyntho
    75% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Helodity
    Windows

    Bisyntho is a casual physics-based arcade game about combining orbs. Use and abuse the few tools provided to you in order to last as long as possible and push your high score to its limit.

    Why similar: Retro 34.5%, Casual 31.9%, Arcade 31.2%, Singleplayer 2.4%

  32. #32 Space Dance
    77% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2019
    Dev: hajo
    Windows

    Old-school twin-stick arcade shooter where enemies spawn to the beat of the music, made casual enough to fit into your lunch break. Easy to get going, challenging to finish, and nearly impossible to master the highscore.

    Why similar: Old School 35.3%, Retro 25.6%, Arcade 23.1%, Casual 16%

  33. #33 Bikini Brickout
    78% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Red Brick Games
    Windows

    Old-school golden age arcade gameplay, featuring 700 photos of beautiful swimsuit models

    Why similar: Arcade 37.1%, Old School 26.5%, Retro 21%, Casual 13.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  34. #34 Analog Party Sim
    76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
    Dev: Harry Forde
    Windows

    A Pixel Art, 2D Casual Arcade game that takes you back to a time before video chat parties when getting drunk with friends was less Digital and more Analog.

    Why similar: Arcade 30.8%, Old School 23.5%, Casual 17.8%, Retro 15.5%, Top-Down 10.6%

  35. #35 FoolHut Pack - 3 games in 1
    74% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
    Dev: BolHut
    Windows

    Play three* tiny BolHut games developed for April Fools! *There might be a fourth game inside.

    Why similar: Arcade 34.6%, Retro 33.4%, Minimalist 18.3%, Casual 10.7%, Singleplayer 2%

  36. #36 TROM: Twin Bot Challenge
    76% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Master Crowd Games
    Windows

    A challenging retro puzzle game where you control two robots at the same time using the same inputs. Solve complex mazes, avoid traps, and test your coordination in this unique split-control experience inspired by classic arcade games.

    Why similar: Retro 29.2%, Arcade 28.5%, Old School 27.5%, Casual 13.1%, Indie 0.9%

  37. #37 Cranky Chibi Cthulhu
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Little Tlaloc Interactive LLC
    Windows

    An 8-bit style vertical SHMUP (very loosely) based on the writings of H.P. Lovecraft.

    Why similar: Old School 41.7%, Arcade 35.7%, Retro 20.9%, Indie 1%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  38. #38 Bargain Toader
    74% match4 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2023
    Dev: Jose Lousa
    Windows

    Drive the toads to their goals.

    Why similar: Old School 41%, Arcade 35.5%, Casual 21.9%, Singleplayer 1.6%

  39. #39 Arcade Reflex
    72% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
    Dev: High Hopes Games
    Windows

    Arcade Reflex blends classic arcade feel and modern twists. Control a paddle through fast-paced, evolving levels that start simple but quickly ramp up, testing your reflexes. With minimalist retro-inspired design and surprising depth, it's perfect for quick sessions. Ready to climb the leaderboards?

    Why similar: Arcade 30.2%, Retro 25.1%, Minimalist 13.7%, Sports 12.6%, Casual 11.9%

  40. #40 Balls Mania!
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: ZaxtorGameS
    Windows

    "Balls Mania!" is a truly unique game where the object is to get as many "blue balls" as you can without getting your own balls smashed! In "Balls Mania!" the more blue balls you have and the more "ball goop" you spill, the higher your score is likely to be!

    Why similar: Old School 36.5%, Arcade 30.7%, Retro 23.7%, Casual 6.1%, Indie 1.6%

  41. #41 Schizoids
    73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    In this classic top-down space game from 1983, you can take on one of the most dangerous jobs in the galaxy: garbage disposal. Try to survive for as long as possible, while knocking the giant garbage pods into a black hole with your Space-Dozer.

    Why similar: Retro 32.3%, Arcade 31%, Old School 23.2%, Top-Down 12.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%

  42. #42 Pipe Mania
    72% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2020
    Dev: RazorworksPub: Strategy First
    Windows

    Pipe Mania is a fast-paced puzzle game in which players lay down a set of pipes on a tiled grid in order to keep the Flooze - a constant flowing substance that speeds up with progression - moving through the pipes as long as possible without overflowing

    Why similar: Retro 33.1%, Arcade 31.8%, Old School 24.6%, Casual 8.9%, Singleplayer 1.6%

  43. #43 Switch It
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Lucas Fernandez
    Windows

    A bit frustrating game where you have to reach the end using the different types of blocks that you have.

    Why similar: Arcade 38.3%, Retro 22.1%, Minimalist 19.6%, Casual 17.3%, Singleplayer 1.4%

  44. #44 Minesweeper Arcade
    71% matchMixed63% of 41 reviews2022
    Dev: RetroBug
    Windows

    Take on a 50-level minesweeper arcade challenge, or relive the nostalgic fun of classic minesweeper.

    Why similar: Arcade 38.6%, Retro 36%, Casual 23.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  45. #45 Bouncers
    70% matchPositive85% of 26 reviews2023
    Dev: Dylan KreisbergPub: Kreisburger Games
    Windows

    Bouncers is a single player retro styled action game that has you avoiding enemies to climb the leaderboard. The bouncer will bounce around the screen in random directions and multiply over time, but more enemies for example the asteroid will appear.

    Why similar: Arcade 24.6%, Old School 24.3%, Retro 17.1%, Minimalist 15.5%, Casual 10.3%

  46. #46 OUMUAMUA
    70% 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: Old School 40.1%, Arcade 28.2%, Retro 17.7%, Casual 13.2%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  47. #47 Footy Showdown
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Boot Mode Games
    Windows

    This is the Australian Football game we should have gotten in the SNES era of gaming! Exciting, fun and addictive, play against friends or the CPU. Lead your team to premiership glory with fun but tactical game play innovations never before seen in an Australian Football video game to date!

    Why similar: Sports 30.5%, Arcade 20.5%, Old School 18.5%, Retro 14.4%, Top-Down 7.9%

  48. #48 Brick Blaster
    70% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2020
    Dev: Cryodragon
    Windows

    Brick Blaster is a classic brick breaking game with 100 levels to complete, power-ups to grab, and bosses to defeat!

    Why similar: Retro 34.9%, Arcade 31.5%, Casual 29.5%, Singleplayer 2.2%, Indie 1.9%

  49. #49 Grasshoppers!
    69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: LGV
    Windows

    In this simple but challenging arcade game, help Bobby pick up some pumpkins as fast as you can...but watch out for the Grasshoppers!

    Why similar: Arcade 29.2%, Old School 25.4%, Retro 24.4%, Minimalist 10.2%, Casual 8.6%

  50. #50 Galaxy Bricks
    68% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2023
    Dev: Emerald Knight Interactive LLC
    Windows

    Two classic games collide to create one amazing experience you can always just pick up and play. Enjoy Endless levels and see how high of a score you can get.

    Why similar: Retro 26.7%, Arcade 26.4%, Old School 25.7%, Casual 17.8%, Indie 2.2%

  51. #51 The Mouse Game
    68% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
    Dev: JY Games
    Windows · Mac

    Run, dodge, and weave your way through deadly traps to secure the cheese! Can you beat all 35 levels in this hardcore mouse maze game?

    Why similar: Old School 29.4%, Retro 23.6%, Arcade 20.6%, Minimalist 9.6%, Top-Down 8.3%

  52. #52 Rand-O-mazE
    71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2018
    Dev: Sublemonal
    Windows

    Randomly generated maze game

    Why similar: Old School 33.6%, Retro 24.4%, Arcade 22.1%, Casual 16.8%, Indie 3.1%

  53. #53 Crazy Invader ShootEm Down
    68% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Crazy Retro Games
    Windows

    Enjoy fast paced action in this retro inspired arcade ShootEm Up Style game

    Why similar: Retro 32.7%, Arcade 30.8%, Old School 21.8%, Casual 12.1%, Indie 1.7%

  54. #54 Pirate Pop™
    69% matchMixed63% of 160 reviews2016
    Dev: Dadako
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    You awaken on a strange island sometime in the afternoon. Half your face is sunburnt and seagulls stole your lunch. Enough about you. This is about Pete Jr! The tiny pirate! He looks up to see bubbles, tons of them! What's causing these bubbles to appear? Who is behind this awful mischief?

    Why similar: Retro 38.4%, Arcade 37.2%, Casual 20.7%, Indie 3.7%

  55. #55 Musical Meteors
    66% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Hurley Piano
    Windows

    Blast meteors in this retro-style arcade game with a musical twist! Use your keyboard or plug in a MIDI piano to methodically (and melodically) destroy the oncoming meteors. Shoot for high scores, rack up massive combos, and develop your piano dexterity along the way!

    Why similar: Arcade 35.3%, Retro 27.1%, Old School 23.1%, Casual 12.5%, Indie 1%

  56. #56 Cornhole Hero
    69% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: PixeljamPub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac

    Experience the absolute lowest-resolution backyard sports game possible in this quirky, ultra-minimalist cornhole simulator. Master intuitive swipe-to-toss physics, swish or slide your way through 3 frantic arcade modes, and fight for global leaderboard supremacy. No rules. Just bags.

    Why similar: Arcade 26.2%, Sports 23.2%, Retro 21.1%, Minimalist 12.9%, Old School 12.7%

  57. #57 Snake Deluxe
    67% matchPositive88% of 32 reviews2021
    Dev: RetroBug
    Windows

    Nine different game modes, achievements, leaderboards and a quirky soundtrack. It's Snake Deluxe.

    Why similar: Arcade 43.8%, Old School 34.2%, Casual 20.5%, Singleplayer 1.6%

  58. #58 Tiltality
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Studio Frontface
    Windows · Mac

    Master the maze, race the clock, and tilt your way to victory! In Tiltality, you control a maze to guide your ball to the finish flag. Precision and timing are key as you tackle increasingly challenging levels.

    Why similar: Arcade 29.9%, Old School 25.6%, Casual 18.5%, Retro 15.3%, Top-Down 8.8%

  59. #59 Boing
    67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Crazy Retro Games
    Windows

    "Boing" redefines retro space shooters with its potent weaponry. Defend, attack, and level up as you twist through challenges. Endless fun for all!

    Why similar: Arcade 37.7%, Old School 25.2%, Retro 17%, Casual 15.8%, Singleplayer 2.3%

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