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  1. #1 GHOSTKEEPER
    97% matchMixed50% 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 13.5%

  2. #2 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 36.1%, Retro 27.5%, Arcade 26.8%, Casual 6.9%, Singleplayer 1.6%

  3. #3 Blastonier
    96% match8 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 29.6%, Old School 23%, Minimalist 17.1%, Retro 15.3%, Casual 13.2%

  4. #4 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%

  5. #5 GEAR TuNNEL
    95% 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 32.2%, Old School 23%, Minimalist 18.1%, Casual 13.7%, Top-Down 12%

  6. #6 Strange Pong
    93% matchVery Positive97% of 154 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 30.7%, Arcade 22.9%, Retro 20.5%, Casual 9.1%, Minimalist 7.3%

  7. #7 2D Brick Breaker Game | REMASTERED
    94% 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%

  8. #8 Shudder
    92% 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 29.4%, Retro 27.8%, Indie 4.5%

  9. #9 Anivenge
    91% 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 30.9%, Arcade 24.5%, Retro 23.3%, Casual 9.3%, Minimalist 6.3%

  10. #10 The Ancient Art of Staying Alive
    91% 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%

  11. #11 CyberBrick
    90% match2 user reviews100% of 2 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%, Casual 17.6%, Singleplayer 1.3%

  12. #12 Bloxtacle Course
    89% 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%

  13. #13 Jump Jumpz
    89% 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 41.8%, Arcade 32.4%, Casual 21.5%, Indie 4.2%

  14. #14 TetriMatch
    86% 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 32.4%, Old School 28.8%, Casual 19.2%, Retro 17.4%, Indie 1.1%

  15. #15 Retro Memories: Brick Braker
    88% 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 23.1%, Old School 20.7%, Minimalist 12.2%, Casual 11.6%

  16. #16 Wizorb
    87% matchMostly Positive70% of 996 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%

  17. #17 Dam Busters
    86% 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%

  18. #18 Blamcon Shooting Gallery
    84% 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%, Arcade 23.2%, Old School 20.8%, Retro 13.8%, Casual 10.3%

  19. #19 Ah Diddums
    85% match3 user reviews100% of 3 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 1.4%

  20. #20 Road Frog
    84% 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 21.5%, Top-Down 11.1%, Singleplayer 1%

  21. #21 Christmas Countdown
    82% 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 8.7%

  22. #22 Lethal Pongbat
    83% 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 16.6%, Indie 1.5%

  23. #23 Virus Kombat
    81% 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 24.9%, Arcade 16%, Minimalist 12.9%, Top-Down 7.6%

  24. #24 WEBCUP.SOCCER
    82% 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 20.3%, Arcade 19.7%, Old School 18.9%, Retro 13.5%, Minimalist 10.7%

  25. #25 Space Dance
    81% 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 23.2%, Casual 16%

  26. #26 Apsis
    80% 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%

  27. #27 Bisyntho
    78% 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%

  28. #28 FoolHut Pack - 3 games in 1
    77% 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%

  29. #29 Analog Party Sim
    79% 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 23.4%, Casual 17.8%, Retro 15.5%, Top-Down 10.7%

  30. #30 Bikini Brickout
    79% 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 26.4%, Retro 20.9%, Casual 13.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%

  31. #31 Pipe Mania
    77% matchPositive89% of 19 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%

  32. #32 Bargain Toader
    76% match4 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2023
    Dev: Jose Lousa
    Windows

    Drive the toads to their goals.

    Why similar: Old School 40.9%, Arcade 35.5%, Casual 21.9%, Singleplayer 1.6%

  33. #33 Cranky Chibi Cthulhu
    78% 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 41.6%, Arcade 35.8%, Retro 20.9%, Indie 1%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  34. #34 Arcade Reflex
    74% 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 30.3%, Retro 25.1%, Minimalist 13.7%, Sports 12.4%, Casual 11.9%

  35. #35 Schizoids
    76% 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 23.1%, Top-Down 12.3%, Singleplayer 1.3%

  36. #36 Balls Mania!
    75% 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 36.4%, Arcade 30.7%, Retro 23.7%, Casual 6.1%, Indie 1.6%

  37. #37 Switch It
    75% 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%

  38. #38 Minesweeper Arcade
    74% matchMixed64% of 36 reviews2022
    Dev: RetroBug
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Arcade 38.7%, Retro 35.9%, Casual 23.6%, Singleplayer 1.8%

  39. #39 OUMUAMUA
    73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 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 13.3%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  40. #40 Bouncers
    72% 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%

  41. #41 Galaxy Bricks
    70% 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%

  42. #42 Brick Blaster
    72% 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 34.8%, Arcade 31.5%, Casual 29.5%, Singleplayer 2.2%, Indie 2%

  43. #43 Rand-O-mazE
    73% 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%

  44. #44 The Mouse Game
    70% 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 8.4%

  45. #45 Footy Showdown
    73% 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 30.2%, Arcade 20.6%, Old School 18.5%, Retro 14.5%, Top-Down 8%

  46. #46 Crazy Invader ShootEm Down
    71% 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 32.6%, Arcade 30.8%, Old School 21.8%, Casual 12.1%, Indie 1.7%

  47. #47 Musical Meteors
    68% 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%, Casual 12.5%, Indie 1%

  48. #48 Snake Deluxe
    69% matchPositive89% of 28 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 34.1%, Casual 20.5%, Singleplayer 1.6%

  49. #49 Boing
    69% 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 25.1%, Retro 16.9%, Casual 15.8%, Singleplayer 2.4%

  50. #50 Pirate Pop™
    71% matchMixed64% of 159 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%

  51. #51 Parsec
    67% 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: Old School 30.1%, Arcade 26.1%, Retro 21%, Casual 12.8%, Top-Down 9.2%

  52. #52 Vertex
    66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Komodor Games
    Windows

    A 2-D, top-down, line-drawing, sci-fi, action-strategy game, Vertex demands your attention while challenging your reflexes. Whether you're travelling on new or existing orthogonal lines, your goal is simple: capture a percentage of the total screen area while avoiding enemy droids!

    Why similar: Arcade 29.9%, Old School 25.5%, Retro 16.9%, Casual 16.9%, Top-Down 8.8%

  53. #53 Magnavody
    67% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
    Dev: Classyk Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Experience the magic and weirdness of the world's first home video console, the Magnavox Odyssey, lovingly recreated for modern hardware.

    Why similar: Old School 28.8%, Retro 21.9%, Sports 16.4%, Arcade 15.9%, Minimalist 9.5%

  54. #54 STRATAGEM
    66% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: Nightwatch Studios
    Windows

    STRATAGEM is a sci-fi arcade game where you must launch escape pods without sending active ones into colliding orbits.

    Why similar: Old School 31%, Arcade 28.1%, Retro 20.9%, Casual 18.1%, Indie 1%

  55. #55 Tiltality
    70% 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%

  56. #56 Flying Pengy
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 95 reviews2016
    Dev: Bogemic Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 16.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Very dynamic arcade game with many different types of blocks, enemies, and power-ups. Play as a cute penguin that jumps out of the plane and smashes his enemies with basketballs, fire balls, acid balls, explosive balls, and boomerangs.

    Why similar: Old School 38.5%, Arcade 27.7%, Retro 19.2%, Casual 11.4%, Indie 2%

  57. #57 Grasshoppers!
    71% matchNo user 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 24.3%, Minimalist 10.2%, Casual 8.6%

  58. #58 Coronarun
    67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
    Dev: Magnus Nilsson
    Windows

    In a distant reality, there was a man by the name of Carl. As a hard-working man, his career had granted him all wellness and happiness someone could ever wish for. Until one day when an ongoing event suddenly stripped Carl of the life he strived to preserve.

    Why similar: Retro 26.5%, Old School 26.5%, Arcade 22.2%, Minimalist 11.6%, Casual 10.2%

  59. #59 William's Wideblock
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: William
    Windows

    A simple and sharp puzzle game. With a wide array of shapes. Stack the blocks neatly to fill the play space and clear blocks horizontally, or choose when to utilize an ability to clear blocks vertically. Any form of block clearing progresses the game and further accelerates the pace!

    Why similar: Arcade 32.3%, Old School 27.7%, Casual 19.5%, Minimalist 19.3%, Singleplayer 1.2%

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