Games Like STAR WARS™ Dark Forces (Classic, 1995)

The evil Empire is currently creating a doomsday army behind a veil of secrecy. However, they are no match for the Rebel Alliance's covert operations division. Your mission is to infiltrate the Empire and put an end to their plans for terror and domination.

Why similar: FPS 24.7%, Classic 13% ★, Boomer Shooter 11.7% ★, Shooter 9.9%, Sci-fi 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: This is the definitive, modernized version of the original game that preserves the classic gameplay while updating it for modern hardware.

Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II picks up where the award-winning Dark Forces™ game left off...with even more features and firepower in dazzling 3D graphics. As Kyle Katarn, you must acquire a lightsaber and learn the ways of the Force to become a Jedi Knight.

Why similar: Classic 40.8% ★, FPS 25.4%, Sci-fi 9.6%, Action 8.1%, Shooter 5%

Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel continues the narrative of Kyle Katarn while introducing force powers and lightsaber combat to the series.

The Legacy of Star Wars Dark Forces™ and Star Wars® Jedi Knight lives on in the intense first-person action of Jedi Outcast.

Why similar: Classic 47.1% ★, FPS 21%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Action 8.7%, Shooter 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: It evolves the series further with refined third-person lightsaber mechanics and classic first-person shooter elements.

You are the leader of an elite squad of Republic Commandos, your mission is to infiltrate, dominate, and ultimately, annihilate the enemy. Your squad will follow your orders and your lead, working together as a team - instinctively, intelligently, instantly. You are their leader. They are your weapon.

Why similar: FPS 33.4%, Classic 31.5% ★, Sci-fi 10%, Shooter 8.4%, Action 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical squad-based shooter that captures the gritty, boots-on-the-ground feel of Star Wars combat.

Developed by the award-winning id Software, Quake® is the ground-breaking, original dark fantasy first-person shooter that inspires today’s retro-style FPS games. With Quake (Enhanced), experience the authentic, updated, and visually enhanced version of the original.

Why similar: Classic 42.6% ★, FPS 26%, Shooter 6%, 1990's 4.2%, Boomer Shooter 3.8% ★

Why You'll Like It: A pioneering 3D shooter that defined the fast-paced, movement-heavy gameplay of the late 90s.

World War II rages. The Nazis are planning to build an unstoppable, mutant army. On a mission to steal the secret plans, you were captured and imprisoned. Now, a lucky break gives you the chance to escape, but a maze of passages and trigger-happy Nazis stand in your way.

Why similar: Classic 31.9% ★, FPS 21.4%, Retro 7.9%, Shooter 7.4%, 1990's 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: The game that popularized the first-person shooter genre, sharing the core DNA of the 90s retro shooter experience.

The definitive version of the cult classic shooter, Shadow Warrior Classic Redux features remastered visuals and two massive expansion packs. Corporations rule every facet of life in a near-future Japan and employ Shadow Warriors, one-man armies of unparalleled skill, to protect their power and forcefully remove all opposition.

Why similar: Classic 42.5% ★, FPS 27.6%, Retro 5.9%, Shooter 5.8%, Action 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: This classic title provides the same high-octane action and retro aesthetic found in the original Dark Forces.

Battle through an onslaught of mystical backwater cultists, possessed militants & even darker forces as you attempt to discover just what lurks beneath the Earth in this retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends.

Why similar: FPS 24.8%, Classic 23.9% ★, Boomer Shooter 12.3% ★, Retro 9.7%, Shooter 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern masterpiece that captures the essence of 90s shooters with its fast movement, retro visuals, and challenging combat.

You are humanity’s last hope to stop the Strogg, a hostile alien race waging war against Earth. Play this military sci-fi FPS, now upgraded for modern platforms with improved visuals, new campaign content, online multiplayer/co-op, and more.

Why similar: Classic 38.1% ★, FPS 26.2%, Boomer Shooter 6.2% ★, Shooter 5.5%, Sci-fi 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: It represents a significant technological leap in the 90s FPS era, offering more structured level design and sci-fi themes.

It is five years after Kyle's victory over the seven dark Jedi. Invading Imperial forces advance upon a quiet Rebel outpost, interrupting Kyle's training of a brave new Jedi, Mara Jade. First introduced in Timothy Zahn's award-winning Star Wars novel, Heir to the Empire, Mara Jade blends her past experiences as a one time smuggler and...

Why similar: Classic 30.2% ★, FPS 25.8%, Action 12.2%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Shooter 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: This expansion provides more of the classic Jedi Knight experience with additional missions and force-based gameplay.

3D Realms, creators of Duke Nukem 3D, Prey, and Max Payne, team up with Voidpoint to bring back the legendary Build Engine, famous for classic shooters like Duke Nukem 3D, Shadow Warrior, and Blood. Fast-paced FPS combat across huge, secret-packed levels. Ion Fury is the real deal!

Why similar: FPS 29.8%, Boomer Shooter 14.9% ★, Retro 10.8%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Shooter 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern game built on the classic Build engine that perfectly replicates the feel and mechanics of 90s shooters.

World War II rages and nations fall. The Nazis are twisting science and the occult into an army capable of annihilating the Allies once and for all. As US Army Ranger William “B.J.” Blazkowicz, pierce the black heart of the Third Reich and stop them...or die trying.

Why similar: Classic 47.2% ★, FPS 29.7%, Shooter 5.9%, Action 5.4%, First-Person 3.7%

Why You'll Like It: A classic narrative-driven shooter that bridges the gap between 90s arcade shooters and modern cinematic FPS games.

Prodeus is a first-person shooter of old, re-imagined using modern rendering techniques and technology. Experience the quality you’d expect from a modern AAA game, designed with retro aesthetics and gameplay that invoke the tech-imposed limits of older hardware.

Why similar: FPS 36.5%, Boomer Shooter 18% ★, Retro 13.4%, Classic 10% ★, Shooter 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern shooter that blends retro aesthetics with modern quality-of-life improvements and visceral combat.

Join the rise of Darth Vader’s elite 501st Legion of Stormtroopers as you fight through an all new story-based saga where every action you take impacts the battlefront and, ultimately, the fate of the Star Wars galaxy.

Why similar: Classic 44.1% ★, FPS 20.8%, Sci-fi 10%, Shooter 9.9%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: While a larger-scale shooter, it captures the iconic Star Wars atmosphere and variety of combat scenarios.

A retro FPS for the ages! Once branded a HERETIC. Now YOU have been chosen as our champion! Reclaim our sacred weapons. Take back our ancient lands. If you can stand... AMID EVIL.

Why similar: FPS 26.7%, Boomer Shooter 12.4% ★, Sci-fi 11.1%, Shooter 10.5%, Retro 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This fantasy-themed shooter features incredible level design and verticality reminiscent of the best 90s classics.

Fight the greatest battles in the STAR WARS universe any way you want to. The choice is yours.

Why similar: Classic 50.1% ★, FPS 21.2%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Action 7.3%, Shooter 6%

Why You'll Like It: An early large-scale Star Wars shooter that focuses on capturing points and intense infantry combat.

Return to the Black Mesa Research Facility as one of the military specialists assigned to eliminate Gordon Freeman. Experience an entirely new episode of single player action. Meet fierce alien opponents, and experiment with new weaponry. Named 'Game of the Year' by the Academy of Interactive Arts and Sciences.

Why similar: FPS 47.3%, Classic 27.9% ★, Sci-fi 6.3%, Shooter 5.4%, Action 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic sci-fi shooter that emphasizes narrative and environmental storytelling within a military-industrial setting.

Blast, slice and shred through your enemies in this hardcore FPS inspired by the icons of the '90s, powered by the legendary Quake-1 Tech. Taking place in a realm left to rot, take up arms, unearth long-forgotten secrets and hunt down the Guardians of the Old World.

Why similar: FPS 30.2%, Boomer Shooter 15.2% ★, Classic 13.5% ★, Retro 11.6%, Action 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Built on the original Quake engine, it captures the dark, gritty, and fast-paced spirit of 90s shooters.

Play the enhanced version of the original game released on the Nintendo 64 in 1997. Years have passed since you stopped Hell’s invasion of Earth. Quarantined for humanity’s safety, the UAC research facilities on Mars were abandoned and forgotten...until now.

Why similar: Classic 37.2% ★, FPS 22.2%, Retro 6.8%, 1990's 6.3%, Boomer Shooter 5.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric and challenging classic shooter that focuses on tight level design and intense combat encounters.

Death is only the beginning. Crawl from your grave and gear up to fight your way through the ranks of a mysterious and twisted cult. You, your guns, and your dynamite will have to shoot, slide, blast, duck, dodge, and maybe throw a gib or two to survive in this old-school-inspired shooter.

Why similar: FPS 34.4%, Boomer Shooter 19.5% ★, Shooter 12.3%, Old School 9.6%, Retro 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern shooter that feels like a lost 90s classic, emphasizing movement and strategic combat in atmospheric environments.

As Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance struggle to defeat Darth Vader and the Empire, a new threat arises. Dark Prince Xizor aspires to take Darth Vader's place at the Emperor's side. As Dash Rendar, it's up to you to protect Luke and help the Alliance. May the Force be with you!

Why similar: Classic 61.3% ★, Action 23.6%, Adventure 7.4%, Space 6.3%, Singleplayer 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic Star Wars action-adventure game that shares the same era and aesthetic as the original Dark Forces.

Weird west legends meet eldritch horror in BLOOD WEST, an immersive stealth FPS. Become the Undead Gunslinger, doomed to roam the barren lands until he manages to purge their curse, freeing his soul. 3 varied scenarios, perk-based character progression, and 20+ hours of gameplay await you!

Why similar: FPS 43.9%, Retro 14.2%, Shooter 12.6%, 1990's 11.3%, First-Person 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines retro shooter sensibilities with immersive exploration and stealth elements in a unique setting.

Welcome to Descent™ - 27 levels of the most mind-bending, stomach-churning action game ever. Featuring true 3-Dimensional worlds and six degrees of freedom.

Why similar: Classic 54.2% ★, FPS 13.7%, Shooter 6.8%, Old School 5.4%, Retro 5%

Why You'll Like It: Features the same 360-degree verticality and maze-like level design that made Dark Forces stand out in the 90s.

You are part of an elite group of operatives called HUNT (High-risk United Nations Taskforce), and you must stop a maniac cult leader from killing millions of people. You are equipped with high-tech weaponry and magical instruments that defy description to invade the monastery and stop the madness.

Why similar: FPS 25.4%, Classic 15.4% ★, Boomer Shooter 10.8% ★, Shooter 10.1%, Retro 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, chaotic 90s shooter known for its unique weapons and vertical level design.

The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse lurk in the shadows before you. They are Death, Pestilence, Famine, and War. They are the root of all that is evil, but the least of your worries. The last of the three Serpent Riders yet lives.

Why similar: Classic 47.2% ★, FPS 27.6%, Action 6.1%, Boomer Shooter 4.4% ★, Retro 4%

A game that will show gamers the deepest, darkest side of the Force in a story that puts them on a collision course with Luke Skywalker himself.

Why similar: Sci-fi 34.1%, Action 28.8%, Classic 21.6% ★, Singleplayer 6.2%, Adventure 3.8%

JOIN THE REVOLUTION! Lured to Mars by the Ultor Corporation's promise of a better life, thousands have come to seek their fortune and work for the massive mining company. But all is not as it seems. A deadly plague is sweeping through the barracks, and miners suffer daily abuse at the hands of the Ultor guards.

Why similar: Classic 40.3% ★, FPS 31.8%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Action 6.9%, Shooter 5.9%

As a member of Delta Force — The Army's Elite, top secret special forces unit — the word 'impossible' is not in your vocabulary. In Delta Force, you will conduct missions swiftly and silently, in every possible terrain, under every imaginable condition and through unconventional means.

Why similar: Classic 47.4% ★, FPS 34.5%, Action 11.9%, Shooter 6.2%

It is a time of great rejoicing in the galaxy. Luke Skywalker, with the help of Wedge Antilles, has blown up the Death Star. But there is little time to celebrate. The mighty Empire is gathering strength for a determined, all-out assault on the Rebel forces.

Why similar: Classic 67.5% ★, Sci-fi 13.2%, Action 12%, 1990's 3.9%, Space 1.9%

Get ready for the good, the bad, and the even worse. As Marshall James Anderson, you'll face a horde of ornery, gun-slinging outlaws. You'll shoot your way through a twisted plot of greed and revenge. You'll arm yourself with firearms, as well as your wits.

Why similar: Classic 39.3% ★, FPS 23%, Action 9.2%, Shooter 8.3%, Retro 7.3%

Forge your weapon and follow the path of the Jedi Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy is the latest installment of the highly acclaimed Jedi Knight series. Take on the role of a new student eager to learn the ways of the Force from Jedi Master Luke Skywalker.

Why similar: Classic 44.4% ★, FPS 19.6%, Sci-fi 12.1%, Action 8.9%, Shooter 7.4%

The greatest warriors of all time and space have been summoned to battle for the amusement of an ancient alien race. Wield a variety of guns and power-ups as you fight for glory against ruthless combatants in this fast-paced single-player and multiplayer FPS.

Why similar: Classic 43.4% ★, FPS 32.5%, Shooter 5.9%, Action 4.9%, 1990's 4.7%

Having defeated the Campaigner, Turok throws the Chronocepter into a waiting volcano to destroy it. Unfortunately the blast awakens an even deadlier force - The Primagen. Once again a Turok is tasked with restoring peace to the land and stopping the Primagen from merging Earth with the nether world.

Why similar: Classic 43.1% ★, FPS 29.6%, Action 5.3%, Shooter 4.1%, Sci-fi 3.9%

Developed by id Software, and originally released in 1993 and 1994, the definitive, newly enhanced versions of DOOM + DOOM II are available as a combined product.

Why similar: Classic 41.4% ★, FPS 23.3%, Retro 5.5%, Boomer Shooter 5.2% ★, 1990's 5.2%

Prepare for terror in this ground-breaking classic old-school FPS. Following the destruction of Time you are left to battle in this horrific hellhole of multilevel interconnected missions populated by gruesome grotesque creatures.

Why similar: FPS 32%, Retro 11.6%, Shooter 11%, Old School 8.7%, Sci-fi 7.6%

As part of the elite Rhino Squad, you must spearhead Earth’s military invasion of a hostile alien homeworld. But, in this desperate war for humanity’s survival against an unrelenting enemy, you may discover that the only way to defeat them...is to become one of them.

Why similar: FPS 37.9%, Classic 28.6% ★, Sci-fi 9.4%, Shooter 9.4%, Action 6.1%

Command or corrupt an entire galaxy in the definitive Star Wars strategy collection. It is a time of galactic civil war. Will you take up the reins of the Rebellion, assume control of the Empire, or rule the Star Wars Underworld?

Why similar: Classic 48% ★, Sci-fi 29.7%, Space 7.7%, Action 6.7%, Singleplayer 4.3%

Serious Sam is a high-adrenaline single-play and 16-player co-operative arcade-action FPS and Gamespot's Game of the Year 2001!

Why similar: Classic 46.5% ★, FPS 30.5%, Action 6.4%, Shooter 6.2%, Sci-fi 3.4%

Serious Sam is a high-adrenaline arcade-action shooter heavily focused on frantic action. In a world where cyberpunk meets fantasy-fiction and advanced technology is mixed with black magic and psycho-powers, Sam travels through four beautiful worlds, confronting countless foes on his way to Mental's base.

Why similar: Classic 41.2% ★, FPS 30.6%, Shooter 7.8%, Action 7.4%, Old School 3.7%

The Imperial Navy is called upon to eradicate the last of the rebellion and restore law and order. As an Imperial navy starfighter pilot, you will safeguard imperiled lives thoughout the galaxy. Join the Emperor's cause in eliminating the Rebel uprising as the Empire strikes back!

Why similar: Classic 51.5% ★, Action 32.8%, Space 9.7%, Singleplayer 5.9%

Against the overwhelming might of the Empire stands a small but growing Rebel Alliance. Scattered resistance groups are uniting and what is needed most now are Starfighter pilots. Will you join their struggle to end this tyranny and become a hero of the Rebellion?

Why similar: Classic 38.1% ★, Action 31.2%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Space 8%, 1990's 7.2%

Re-discover what made System Shock the first of it's kind, a ground breaking immersive sim that would inspire a generation of games to come....

Why similar: Classic 46.4% ★, FPS 18.6%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Retro 5.4%, 1990's 4.6%

A demonic invasion has overwhelmed the Union Aerospace Corporation's Mars research facility. As one of only a few survivors, you must fight your way to hell and back against a horde of demons in this award-winning horror/action FPS and reimagining of the original DOOM.

Why similar: Classic 35.9% ★, FPS 35.5%, Shooter 8.5%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Action 5.3%

ake your T16 through Beggar's Canyon...Then dodge asteroids and blast TIE fighters in a deep space rumble... tackle a fleet of menacing AT-ATs on the icy tundra of Hoth...and ultimately annihilate Vader and the evil Empire with a kamikaze trench run on the infamous Death Star.

Why similar: Classic 68.4% ★, Action 21.7%, 1990's 9.9%

It is a time of great upheaval. The first Death Star has been destroyed, marking a major victory for the Rebellion. But the Empire remains strong. As commander, you must choose to take control of either the Rebel Alliance or the Galactic Empire. Your goal: complete domination of the galaxy.

Why similar: Classic 70.1% ★, Sci-fi 16.2%, 1990's 9.8%, Space 2%, Singleplayer 1.9%

Strap on your combat sandals...Lo Wang is coming to the Land of the Rising Sun to turn out the lights. Experience total blood immersion. If you can't touch, kill or drive something...then blow it away! Whether you're wielding shurikens, an Uzi, or a freshly plundered Guardian head...you've got your work cut out for you.

Why similar: Classic 45.3% ★, FPS 26.7%, Retro 7.3%, Shooter 4.6%, Action 4.2%

Bring In Your Bounty, Dead or Alive

Why similar: Classic 30.4% ★, Sci-fi 29%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 14.1%, Space 5.1%

Play the classic STAR WARS™ Battlefront games, online and offline in this definitive collection.

Why similar: FPS 32.8%, Sci-fi 14.5%, Shooter 13.4%, Old School 10.4%, Retro 9.5%