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  1. #1 1979 Invasion Earth
    97% matchMostly Positive74% of 43 reviews2017
    Dev: Jonni The DodgerPub: Ecomasphere
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    1979 Invasion Earth is a compilation of four Casual Arcade Shooter games based on a classic retro games from when i was a young lad..

    Why similar: Casual 19%, Arcade 18.1%, Shooter 17.2%, Strategy 17%, Retro 13.4%

  2. #2 CyberBrick
    96% 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: Casual 23.3%, Arcade 21.6%, Old School 18.2%, Action 16.5%, Retro 10.5%

  3. #3 Quantum: Recharged
    96% matchMixed64% of 14 reviews2023
    Dev: SneakyBoxPub: Atari
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Dodge and encircle your enemies in this neon-drenched revival of the one-of-a-kind arcade classic!

    Why similar: Shooter 22%, Arcade 20%, Old School 11.1%, Action 10%, Sci-fi 8.2%

  4. #4 Pang Adventures
    95% matchVery Positive81% of 448 reviews2016
    Dev: Dotemu
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    The Pang series is a beloved collection of arcade video games from the early 90s. Guide two brothers on a quest around the world to save humankind from a massive alien invasion!

    Why similar: Arcade 18.5%, Strategy 12.5%, Shooter 11.6%, Retro 11.1%, Action 9.1%

  5. #5 Lethal Pongbat
    94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: Wolftrail Ltd.
    Windows · Mac

    Pong with lazers & power-ups!

    Why similar: Casual 21.1%, Arcade 20.7%, Old School 17.7%, Action 14.9%, Retro 10.7%

  6. #6 Parsec
    94% 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: Arcade 17.2%, Shooter 16.8%, Old School 16.5%, Casual 15.3%, Action 10.5%

  7. #7 Bat Bots
    93% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2024
    Dev: Yesteryear GamesPub: MAGIC Spell Studios
    Windows

    Enjoy a modern take on timeless arcade action with Bat Bots, a nostalgic shooter inspired by the classics. Take down waves of robotic bats using precise aim and quick reflexes. Engage in solo play, challenge your friends and family, or work together to defend against the oncoming waves.

    Why similar: Shooter 17%, Arcade 16.1%, Old School 12.7%, Casual 10.9%, Sci-fi 8.7%

  8. #8 Starboi
    91% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Turtlevania Games
    Windows · Mac

    The cosmic horrors have kidnapped Starboi's friends! Launch across the galaxy in search of them, avoiding black holes and defeating the tentacled monsters.

    Why similar: Casual 27.3%, Arcade 25.1%, Action 19.4%, Retro 16.5%, 2D 7.9%

  9. #9 Beautiful Bricks
    92% matchPositive84% of 25 reviews2019
    Dev: Ready Wolf
    Windows

    Beautiful Bricks is the ultimate 4 player brick breaker. A restoration of an arcade great with awesome improvements like physic-based ball behaviour, more paddle control, 4 simultaneous players and boss battles. All presented in a consistent retro ‘8-bit’ aesthetic.

    Why similar: Casual 25.6%, Action 15.9%, Arcade 15.8%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Retro 11.6%

  10. #10 Strange Pong
    89% 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 20.3%, Arcade 18.1%, Casual 13%, Local Co-Op 13%, Co-op 12.1%

  11. #11 ELAPSE
    90% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Az3
    Windows

    An endless game about avoiding asteroids, designed to pass the time, accompanied by calm music.

    Why similar: Casual 33.8%, Arcade 29.5%, Shooter 22.3%, 2D 9.2%, Indie 2.6%

  12. #12 Boing
    89% 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 26%, Casual 19.7%, Old School 14.4%, Action 11.7%, Retro 8.4%

  13. #13 War in Space
    91% matchNo user reviews2018
    Dev: Aternix
    Windows

    War in Space is a retro style arcade shooter where you battle waves of unrelenting enemy ships with a whopping 81 levels and over 50 technologies available in the tech tree to keep you challenged right until the final wave.

    Why similar: Arcade 19.9%, Shooter 19%, Casual 18.8%, Action 13.2%, Retro 10.4%

  14. #14 Snake Deluxe
    88% matchPositive89% of 28 reviews2021
    Dev: RetroBug
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Arcade 30.3%, Casual 25.7%, Old School 19.6%, Action 15.4%, 2D 7.6%

  15. #15 Bomber Royale
    86% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2024
    Dev: R.H. Industries
    Windows

    A retro arcade experience.

    Why similar: Casual 25.9%, Arcade 24.8%, Action 18.4%, Retro 13.3%, Multiplayer 7.7%

  16. #16 SPACE MOLMAE
    86% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2022
    Dev: Spread Labs
    Windows

    Space Molmae is a fast and exciting retro game.Be a Molmae hero by competing for records with Steam users!

    Why similar: Shooter 28.1%, Arcade 24%, Casual 20.1%, Action 13.7%, Retro 11%

  17. #17 The Food Run
    87% matchMixed71% of 14 reviews2016
    Dev: Battenberg Software
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    The Food Run is a colourful, classic puzzle game with a few tasty twists. The aim is simple - just eat everything you can see on the screen! Enjoy 64 unique puzzles across eight themes. Can you get three stars on them all?!

    Why similar: Casual 26.3%, Strategy 26.1%, Action 15.4%, Arcade 13.3%, Retro 11.6%

  18. #18 Dumb.Game
    85% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: String Along Games
    Windows

    Play as Bobbert and Vern in this Pac-Man inspired game as you try to collect the dots that match your color. Control Bobbert with one hand and Vern with the other. How hard could it be?

    Why similar: Arcade 23.6%, Casual 19.6%, Old School 16.6%, Retro 9.7%, Local Co-Op 8.9%

  19. #19 Tunnel Vision
    84% matchNo user reviews2020
    Dev: Wayne Oxford Games
    Windows · Mac

    Tunnel Vision is a Retro Space shooter that harkens back to the early 80s Arcades. Fun simple addictive gameplay.

    Why similar: Casual 32%, Action 20.6%, Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 14.2%, Retro 11.3%

  20. #20 Brick Breaker Heart Collector
    82% 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 27.6%, Arcade 24.6%, Retro 18.2%, Casual 11.6%, Action 8.6%

  21. #21 Super Hot Potato
    81% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2021
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    A self aware Super Hot Potato is on a quest to free his fellow potato kind from their imminent doom. Help Super Hot Potato navigate treacherous screens filled with obstacles, collecting potato's and finally making your way to each screens exit. Retro inspired 80s style grid movement gameplay

    Why similar: Strategy 20.7%, Casual 19.4%, Arcade 18.5%, Action 13.6%, Old School 13.4%

  22. #22 RIP - Trilogy™
    82% matchMixed61% of 387 reviews2007
    Dev: Elephant Games
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 21%

    With the completion of the third title in the RIP series, the RIP games have become an instant classic in the arcade-shooter genre. RIP — Trilogy brings all three RIP titles into one exciting and heart-pounding pack.RIPNot afraid of Death? What if he is accompanied by Halloween and Rock-N-Roll?

    Why similar: Casual 32.6%, Shooter 23.2%, Arcade 22.8%, Indie 8.3%, Action 7.9%

  23. #23 OUMUAMUA
    80% 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 24.4%, Arcade 20.7%, Casual 17.6%, Action 13.9%, Retro 9.3%

  24. #24 Solo ReflectioN!
    81% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2021
    Dev: ZaxtorGameS
    Windows

    In this truly unique brick breaker game, you'll need to guard both sides of the screen to keep your balls in play. To earn points, you'll need to collect coins from broken bricks and then blow bank bubbles to have a way to exchange your coins for scoreboard points!

    Why similar: Casual 30.1%, Arcade 25.7%, Old School 20.8%, Action 11.5%, 2D 8.1%

  25. #25 They Came From the Sky
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 67 reviews2019
    Dev: FobTi interactive
    Windows

    They Came From the Sky is tiny, retro styled, highly-addictive and fast paced arcade game wherein you take the role of one of the Flying Saucers in the 1950s with one and only one Mission: Make a delicious juicy Human Smoothie!

    Why similar: Casual 21.2%, Old School 17.8%, Arcade 15.1%, Action 13.6%, Retro 12.8%

  26. #26 Vertex
    77% 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: Casual 21.9%, Arcade 21.4%, Action 15.4%, Old School 15.2%, Retro 8.7%

  27. #27 Foxnox
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: YuaFox
    Windows · Linux

    Explore the world as a little fox. Be careful, this adventure will not be easy!

    Why similar: Old School 23.5%, Retro 13.4%, Arcade 11.7%, Casual 11.5%, Action 9.2%

  28. #28 Pokka Man
    78% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2018
    Dev: Tumico Studio
    Windows

    Pokka Man is a kidfriendly game for everybody. But a real challenge for the Retro classic gamers. Pokka Man Arcade is fun, challening and a difficult platform survival game. You begin at the top and you have to go down as far as possible through the dangerous obstacles. Reach the highest level with your skills.

    Why similar: Strategy 27.5%, Casual 24.3%, Action 16.1%, Arcade 12.3%, Retro 9.8%

  29. #29 Bloxtacle Course
    77% 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 23.2%, Casual 18.9%, Old School 18.5%, Action 15.4%, Retro 12.5%

  30. #30 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 28.4%, Casual 18.3%, Old School 16.8%, Action 13.3%, Retro 11.6%

  31. #31 ANTE
    76% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: staircase_developer
    Windows

    Negative space block-stacking. Test and improve your spatial reasoning from two perspectives. Think on your feet, turn obstacles into paths, and practice balance to survive without crossing the caution line in this elegant arcade-puzzler.

    Why similar: Arcade 21.1%, Local Co-Op 17.9%, Strategy 15.3%, Casual 14.5%, Action 10.9%

  32. #32 Pirate Pop™
    76% 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: Casual 28%, Arcade 27.8%, Retro 20.7%, Action 17.2%, Indie 6.2%

  33. #33 Primitive Shooter
    75% matchMostly Positive76% of 104 reviews2018
    Dev: Primitive StudioPub: Conglomerate 5
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    Primitive Shooter - an interesting and exciting game, made in a minimalist style! Take on the role of the main character, shoot out from enemies, set new records and all this under pleasant music!

    Why similar: Strategy 26.3%, Action 16.5%, Old School 15.9%, Shooter 15.4%, Retro 11%

  34. #34 Kollidoskop!
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Interrit
    Windows

    While the Space Race is winding down, the Ministry of Education of USSR aims to bring particle physics to the masses by commissioning a video arcade game. 40 years later you finally get to play it.

    Why similar: Casual 32.6%, Strategy 23.5%, Action 20.3%, Arcade 16.5%, Indie 7.1%

  35. #35 Bisyntho
    72% 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: Casual 45.2%, Arcade 24.4%, Retro 19.5%, 2D 8.4%, Singleplayer 2.5%

  36. #36 Space Mega Force Man
    73% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2020
    Dev: Paul HagertyPub: Not Your Jax
    Windows

    Space Mega Force Man is a retro space shooter game. Your ladyfriend is kidnapped by space mutants and you have to fly through the universe killing baddies, kicking ass and collecting gems along the way. Make it to the end, rescue your lady friend and get a smooch for your efforts.

    Why similar: Casual 33%, Action 21.2%, Old School 13.6%, Shooter 10%, Retro 7.8%

  37. #37 Breaking Blocks
    74% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
    Dev: Star Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    An exciting 2D action platformer in the vein of arkanoid.

    Why similar: Casual 32.5%, Action 20.9%, Arcade 19.1%, Retro 14%, Indie 7.5%

  38. #38 Alpha Warrior
    73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Smobile
    Windows

    Alpha Warrior is a retro, space shooter where the player engages in flight combat with enemy terrestrials and arcade style bosses.

    Why similar: Casual 25.3%, Arcade 23.3%, Shooter 22%, Old School 18.5%, 2D 6.2%

  39. #39 Galaxy Bricks
    71% 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: Casual 24.5%, Arcade 20%, Old School 16.2%, Retro 14.6%, Action 14.6%

  40. #40 Cloud Bashers DX
    72% matchPositive89% of 38 reviews2021
    Dev: Shattered Journal Games
    Windows · Mac

    So, you wanna bash some clouds huh? Go through 10 worlds each with different cloud types and a boss that's out to take you down. Bash them all with your trusty bat and take back the skies!

    Why similar: Arcade 36.7%, Casual 28.5%, Action 18.7%, 2D 11.1%, Indie 2.7%

  41. #41 Time Killers: CatchOut
    73% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2017
    Dev: Space Fractal
    Windows

    CatchOut is a simple “Ball & Paddle” game, but without the paddle. Instead you move the bricks to catch the ball.

    Why similar: Strategy 24.8%, Casual 21.9%, Arcade 17.5%, Action 14.1%, Retro 13.9%

  42. #42 Lemon Run
    71% matchMostly Positive73% of 37 reviews2021
    Dev: Joel DiabPub: Lemon Tree Studio
    Windows

    Hardest runner ever! Try and complete all 5 game modes that go from easy to impossible. (Legends have it that the creator of the game could only make it to 1500m in endless mode) Good luck!

    Why similar: Casual 26.1%, Strategy 25.6%, Arcade 22.8%, Action 18.4%, 2D 5.8%

  43. #43 Call Sign is Magic Liner
    69% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2023
    Dev: Brushing Software
    Windows

    Call Sign is Magic Liner is an old school Shmup with a new twist. You can strategically draw lines and defeat your enemies.

    Why similar: Casual 25.4%, Arcade 21.3%, Shooter 20%, Old School 16.1%, Action 14.9%

  44. #44 Space Mouse 2
    70% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2020
    Dev: Mindware
    Windows

    In 1981, Geimu Kyoujin's masterpiece "Space Mouse" was released. 39 years later, a sequel has arrived. In "Space Mouse 2", you'll enter a perilous underground labyrinth. This is a roguelike dot-eater designed to appeal to players of all skill levels.

    Why similar: Strategy 32.4%, Casual 29.6%, Action 19%, Arcade 18.9%

  45. #45 GHOSTKEEPER
    70% 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: Casual 28.2%, Old School 27.1%, Arcade 25.4%, Retro 15.5%, Indie 2.2%

  46. #46 RAM Munchers Neon
    70% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: MagneticOrange
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    An endless eat-em-up arcade game inspired by retro classics with an unique inside-your-computer theme. Upgrade your system's RAM, storage, and processor, while avoiding major security attacks from the likes of Spectre, Meltdown, and ZombieLoad.

    Why similar: Arcade 27.4%, Local Co-Op 14.5%, Action 13.9%, Co-op 13.9%, Casual 13.7%

  47. #47 Out Of Shapes
    69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: W3zl3y3
    Windows

    Drop matching shapes on each other to create larger shapes. The more shapes you combine in one drop the higher your combo score. The game ends when you run out of space.

    Why similar: Strategy 31.9%, Casual 31.2%, Arcade 25.6%, 2D 7.2%, Indie 2.4%

  48. #48 Jack Lumber
    71% matchMixed63% of 362 reviews2013
    Dev: Owlchemy Labs
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 57%

    A tree killed his granny and now he is out for revenge. Meet Jack Lumber, the supernatural lumberjack who hates trees, loves animals, and hates trees. Did we say that twice? The guy really hates trees, and boy does he have an axe to grind.

    Why similar: Casual 38.1%, Strategy 22%, Arcade 17.7%, Action 15%, Indie 7.2%

  49. #49 Guardian: Planet Defense
    68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Eager Lemur
    Windows

    Take command of an orbiting defense satellite in this action-packed planetary defense shooter. Blast away at waves of incoming asteroids and crafty aliens before they destroy your planet. Scavenge powerful weapons from vanquished alien ships and turn them against your foes. How long can you survive?

    Why similar: Shooter 23.4%, Arcade 21.2%, Casual 17%, Old School 16.4%, Action 12.4%

  50. #50 Animal Up!
    68% matchPositive92% of 25 reviews2019
    Dev: FobTi interactive
    Windows

    Animal Up! is a tiny, retro styled, highly-addictive, and fast paced arcade game.Take the role of a rescue team on a mission to Save All the Cute Animals from the Flood!

    Why similar: Casual 22.3%, Time Attack 17.6%, Action 13.9%, Old School 13%, Arcade 12.4%

  51. #51 Iffy Institute
    69% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2019
    Dev: Iffy LabsPub: hOSHI
    Windows

    Iffy Institute is a fast-paced maze action game for 2-4 players, in which the five most high-profile lab animals fight for survival in a mad scientists lab. Build explosion chains with powerful directional bombs and roast your enemies with super-mighty special skills.

    Why similar: Casual 29.1%, Strategy 22.3%, Action 19.3%, Arcade 14.3%, Multiplayer 8.2%

  52. #52 Bloom Paradise
    65% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
    Dev: H.T.Project GamesPub: Waku Waku Games
    Windows

    A fixed-screen action game that allows you to play with up to two players using flower fairies Tamabo and Hanabo. Your goal: to fill the entire stage with blooming flowers.

    Why similar: Arcade 24.7%, Old School 18.1%, Action 11.3%, Retro 11.1%, Local Co-Op 9.7%

  53. #53 SnOut 2
    66% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2022
    Dev: Aarjvark
    Windows

    Compete for the top scores in this combination of two classic arcade games, or fight your friends to prove who has the longest SnOut!

    Why similar: Arcade 30.3%, Casual 22.8%, Action 15.5%, Retro 12.6%, 2D 9.1%

  54. #54 Sugar Rush
    65% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: Ahmi Games
    Windows · Mac

    Enter the sweet world of Sugar Rush, an action packed top-down roguelike filled with sweets and treats to empower your journey. Test your skills by facing various fruit snacks, defeating them with color instead of damage. Find the best set of treats to survive as long as possible!

    Why similar: Strategy 23.1%, Casual 21.4%, Arcade 18%, Action 15%, Shooter 14.3%

  55. #55 BATOUTTAHELL!
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Ovvl
    Windows

    A minimal two-key action game where you weave through a torrent of fiery brimstone and even deadlier hazards to escape the infernal grasp of the underworld.

    Why similar: Casual 24.2%, Arcade 22.9%, Action 17.1%, Old School 16.8%, Retro 9.6%

  56. #56 Cosmic Cavern 3671  宇宙最大の地底最大の作戦
    67% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2016
    Dev: Mindware
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Cosmic Cavern was published in July 1980 by Takaya Arita, currently a professor at Nagoya University. This “Tactical Digging Game,” which existed two years prior to Dig Dug as the original sandbox game, has now been dramatically powered up!

    Why similar: Strategy 27.5%, Casual 26.6%, Arcade 22.9%, Action 17.1%, Indie 5.9%

  57. #57 KOTH
    67% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2016
    Dev: Abbeytek Ltd
    Windows

    Climb your way to the top of the map and defeat the Koth.

    Why similar: Strategy 30.9%, Casual 28.7%, Action 17.6%, Retro 16.5%, Indie 6.3%

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