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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Pixel Graphics, Platformer, 2D.

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Punch, whip, and zipline your way through a post-apocalyptic America in this 16-bit retro-style action platformer! Play as Taro Takahashi, a resistance soldier on a revenge mission against the dictator who lords over the ashes.

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 77% — of 440 reviews
Released: 2021-09-28
Developer: Zenovia Interactive
Publisher: Tribute Games Inc.
Genres: Action
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 42 min
Mean playtime: 2.3 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 44%

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    Windows

    A steampunk roguelike with a unique fighting mechanic. Master the piloting of giant mechanical worms, lay waste to all that stand in your way and reclaim your rightful place on the throne.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 20.9%, 2D Platformer 17.5%, Robots 17%, Futuristic 13.9%, Platformer 11.6%

  53. #53 RAM: Random Access Mayhem
    64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 626 reviews2025
    Dev: Xylem Studios
    Windows · Mac

    The roguelike where you play as the enemies. Take control of your foes, turn them against each other in fast-paced combat, and leap to a new host before your current body breaks down.

    Why similar: Fast-Paced 26.1%, Post-apocalyptic 16.3%, Difficult 12.5%, Robots 12.1%, Bullet Hell 11.7%

  54. #54 Fallback
    69% matchVery Positive86% of 398 reviews2019
    Dev: Endroad
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Lead the rebellion in an epic rogue-like adventure. Guide your jet-pack equipped post-apocalyptic volunteers through a labyrinthine underground complex by jumping, dodging, and battling against robot minions (and masters) to get to the surface — and bring life back to the scorched Earth.

    Why similar: Perma Death 26.3%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Difficult 16.1%, Robots 12.3%, Sci-fi 11.6%

  55. #55 Steel Salvo
    68% matchVery Positive95% of 166 reviews2021
    Dev: Steel Salvo
    Windows

    Pilot a hulking mech and protect Triton from robot hordes. With the help of your team, vanquish the robot overlord! Experience super-fast FPS mecha action in this short but challenging single-player game!

    Why similar: Robots 70.6%, Action 23.8%, Singleplayer 5.6%

  56. #56 Offendron Warrior
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 50 reviews2018
    Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    Offendron Warrior is a retro arcade that combines shooting and defense. Your objective is saving Offendron civilians in the planets from the group of enemies, who are trying to spread a virus that turns Offendrons into mindless killing machines and eventually destroy the whole planet.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 18.6%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Difficult 13.8%, Old School 9.8%, Fast-Paced 9.7%

  57. #57 Panic Porcupine
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 71 reviews2022
    Dev: Spicy Gyro GamesPub: Shiny Dolphin Games LLC
    Windows · Mac

    A Meat-Like/Hedge-Like Mashup! Dr. Proventriculus is snatching up the Chickabirbs! Help Panic blast through over 50 stages of topsy-turvy, spike-laced, slime-drenched, buzzsaw-filled deathtraps to rescue them! And remember, there are no rings...

    Why similar: Fast-Paced 30.8%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Retro 9.8%, 2D Platformer 9.4%, Platformer 9.2%

  58. #58 BioMenace Remastered
    64% matchVery Positive99% of 167 reviews2025
    Dev: Rigel Gameworks
    Windows

    The classic 2D action platformer BioMenace returns with enhanced graphics and refined gameplay. Fight your way through a city ravaged by dangerous mutants, rescue hostages, find secrets and rack up points. Locate the secret lab behind this attack and prevent Dr. Mangle from taking over the world!

    Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 16.8%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Robots 13%, Old School 10.9%, Retro 10.5%

  59. #59 ION Shift
    65% matchVery Positive92% of 154 reviews2024
    Dev: Electro Soul Games
    Windows

    ION Shift delivers fast, high-stakes gameplay with precision controls and a unique sandbox-style approach to combat arenas. The campaign progressively challenges the player through evolving level design, tight mechanics, and a focus on player-driven mastery.

    Why similar: Fast-Paced 25.3%, Difficult 15.5%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Futuristic 9.6%

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