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Games Like SYNTHETIK 2

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shooter, Action, Singleplayer, Roguelite.

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SYNTHETIK 2 is a unrelenting tactical-shooter rogue-lite. Play alone or with friends. Loot powerful tech. Experience the next level in gun-play. Upgrade your androids to rival the machine gods!

Reviews: Very Positive — 80% — of 3,357 reviews
Released: 2021-11-11
Developer: Flow Fire Games
Genres: Action, Indie, Early Access
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 6.4 hrs
Mean playtime: 20.1 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 87%

Overview

SYNTHETIK 2 is defined by its deep tactical gunplay, complex weapon mechanics like heat and jamming, and a punishing, high-stakes roguelite loop. These recommendations focus on games that capture that same intense, high-octane combat, sci-fi/cyberpunk atmosphere, and rewarding build-crafting systems.

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  1. #1 SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising
    97% matchVery Positive94% of 13,046 reviews2018
    Dev: Flow Fire Games
    Windows
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    SYNTHETIK is an unforgiving tactical shooter rogue-lite where freedom and experimentation is key. Fight in a world overrun by the Machine Legion and their Gods. Experience the next level in gun-play and dive into unparalleled build options and Android upgrades. Can you defeat the Heart of Armageddon?

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.7%, Roguelite 18.5%, Action Roguelike 16.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 15.6%, Roguelike 5.7%

    Why You'll Like It: The direct predecessor to the seed game, offering the same core tactical gunplay and complex weapon mechanics.

  2. #2 SYNTHETIK: Arena
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 2,343 reviews2019
    Dev: Flow Fire Games
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 46%

    Face the varied challenges of the Machine God Zir in ARENA, a standalone expansion for Synthetik: Legion Rising! Leverage the next level in gun-play and experiment with powerful tech in varied action packed Arenas!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 44.4%, Roguelike 18.6%, Roguelite 13.4%, Shooter 9.8%, Action 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A standalone combat-focused spin-off that captures the intense, fast-paced action of the series.

  3. #3 Deadlink
    96% matchVery Positive89% of 3,618 reviews2023
    Dev: Gruby EntertainmentPub: SuperGG.com
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Get ready to put a sizable dent in the profits of megacorporations in Deadlink, a guns-blazing cyberpunk FPS with roguelite elements. Your mission is to conduct covert ops while piloting a humanoid combat shell. And no, "covert" doesn’t mean "quiet."

    Why similar: Class-Based 25.5%, Perma Death 22.1%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Roguelite 17.5%, Shooter 11.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, cyberpunk-themed roguelite shooter that emphasizes aggressive movement and tactical combat.

  4. #4 Roboquest
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 23,988 reviews2023
    Dev: RyseUp Studios
    Windows
    Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 18.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Roboquest is a fast FPS Roguelite in a scorched futureworld. You're a rebooted Guardian, ready to kick some metal ass! Fight with your buddy or by yourself and annihilate hordes of deadly bots in ever-changing environments.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 26%, Roguelite 21.8%, Perma Death 16.4%, Shooter 13.5%, Roguelike 9.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Features high-speed movement and intense, satisfying gunplay that mirrors the kinetic feel of the seed game.

  5. #5 RUINER
    94% matchVery Positive89% of 12,219 reviews2017
    Dev: Reikon GamesPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    RUINER is a brutal action shooter set in the year 2091 in the cyber metropolis Rengkok. A wired psychopath lashes out against a corrupt system to uncover the truth and retrieve his kidnapped brother under the guidance of a secretive hacker friend.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 37.6%, Top-Down Shooter 34.3%, Top-Down 7.4%, Shooter 7.2%, Sci-fi 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A brutal, top-down cyberpunk shooter that demands precision and tactical use of gadgets.

  6. #6 Neon Chrome
    94% matchVery Positive91% of 1,170 reviews2016
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A masterful combination of top-down shooter and endless replayability with procedural levels. Blast your way through walls & enemies with guns and cybernetic abilities. Install perks from cyber chambers and upgrade your character stats after each death. Can you stop the Overseer?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23%, Moddable 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Roguelite 9.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A cyberpunk-themed twin-stick roguelite with destructible environments and deep character upgrades.

  7. #7 The Ascent
    93% matchMostly Positive74% of 24,287 reviews2021
    Dev: Neon GiantPub: KRAFTON, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    The Ascent is a solo and co-op Action-shooter RPG set in a cyberpunk world. The mega corporation that owns you and everyone, The Ascent Group, has just collapsed. Can you survive without it?

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 38.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 29.7%, Shooter 14.1%, Character Customization 8%, PvE 4.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers a deeply atmospheric, top-down cyberpunk world with tactical, cover-based combat mechanics.

  8. #8 Nuclear Throne
    92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 19,540 reviews2015
    Dev: Vlambeer
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.6%, Roguelike 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 11.6%, Roguelite 11.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, chaotic top-down shooter that rewards twitch reflexes and aggressive playstyles.

  9. #9 REPLIKATOR
    91% matchVery Positive87% of 129 reviews2022
    Dev: R_Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    In this twin stick roguelite shooter, you play as one of the galactic mercenaries, explore a mysterious scientific complex and uncover the secret of the REPLIKATOR project.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Perma Death 12.4%, Action Roguelike 12%, Roguelite 11.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi top-down roguelite that emphasizes challenging combat and resource management.

  10. #10 ANVIL
    91% matchMixed61% of 2,201 reviews2023
    Dev: ACTION SQUARE
    Windows
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Take on the role of a Vault Breaker in search of alien artifacts called “Vaults” and fight against monsters and powerful bosses. You can strengthen your Breakers to explore far-away galaxies that no one has ever reached!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.5%, Action Roguelike 19.3%, Roguelike 10.4%, Roguelite 6.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi top-down roguelite featuring class-based progression and intense boss battles.

  11. #11 Enter the Gungeon
    90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,698 reviews2016
    Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 31.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Enter the Gungeon is a bullet hell dungeon crawler following a band of misfits seeking to shoot, loot, dodge roll and table-flip their way to personal absolution by reaching the legendary Gungeon’s ultimate treasure: the gun that can kill the past.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.8%, Roguelike 20.6%, Roguelite 9.1%, Top-Down 7.6%

    Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for top-down roguelite shooters, featuring massive weapon variety and challenging boss encounters.

  12. #12 Risk of Rain 2
    89% matchVery Positive94% of 347,262 reviews2020
    Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 19.6 hrsMean: 64.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Escape a chaotic alien planet by fighting through hordes of frenzied monsters – with your friends, or on your own. Combine loot in surprising ways and master each character until you become the havoc you feared upon your first crash landing.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 36.7%, Roguelite 26.7%, Roguelike 20.9%, Shooter 10.4%, Action 5.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A sci-fi roguelite that excels at build-crafting and scaling difficulty, providing a similar sense of progression.

  13. #13 Voidigo
    88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,782 reviews2023
    Dev: semiwork
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    A vividly animated action roguelite focused on boss hunting. Unleash an array of diverse weapons and powerups to combat the corruption of the Void.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Roguelite 12.9%, Roguelike 10.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A dynamic top-down shooter with unique, multi-stage boss encounters and fluid movement.

  14. #14 MOTHERGUNSHIP
    89% matchMostly Positive76% of 1,603 reviews2018
    Dev: Terrible Posture Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    MOTHERGUNSHIP is a bullet-hell FPS where you craft your own guns, fight gigantic bosses, and defeat a robotic alien armada that conquered Earth. Face off against overwhelming odds in brutal, non-stop combats where thinking on your feet is the only way to survive.

    Why similar: Gun Customization 28.2%, Perma Death 18.5%, Action Roguelike 17.4%, Roguelite 14.6%, Roguelike 11.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on modular gun customization, allowing for the creation of absurdly powerful weapons.

  15. #15 Alien Swarm: Reactive Drop
    87% matchVery Positive95% of 23,565 reviews2017
    Dev: Reactive Drop Team
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Co-operative top-down shooter game available for free. An epic bug hunt featuring a unique blend of co-op play and squad-level tactics.

    Why similar: Moddable 20.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 20.3%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Class-Based 13.5%, Tactical 6.8%

    Why You'll Like It: A tactical, squad-based top-down shooter that emphasizes teamwork and careful positioning.

  16. #16 Cosmic Coliseum
    86% matchVery Positive93% of 60 reviews2025
    Dev: Exane GamesPub: Bad Blood Studios
    Windows

    Fight for your freedom as you battle through wave after wave of alien adversaries. Destroy enemy fighters and collect XP to raise your level and become more powerful. Combine your skills and abilities with a huge range of power-ups to become the ultimate champion.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Action Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 12%, Character Customization 8%

    Why You'll Like It: An arena-based roguelite that focuses on intense, wave-based combat and build variety.

  17. #17 CyberCorp
    85% matchMostly Positive79% of 418 reviews2025
    Dev: Megame LLC
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Brutal fast-paced isometric Co-op Loot Shooter in Cyberpunk world. Equipment-based combos. Exotic Weapons and Armor. Easy to start, hard to master. Play solo or with friends.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Gun Customization 14.8%, Character Customization 10.8%, Top-Down 9%

    Why You'll Like It: A cyberpunk-themed top-down shooter that emphasizes tactical squad management and character customization.

  18. #18 West of Dead
    86% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,190 reviews2020
    Dev: Upstream ArcadePub: Raw Fury
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Descend into the grim and gritty world of Purgatory in this cover-based shooter which combines the fluidity of twin-stick controls and tactical cover usage. Dodge behind cover as you try to outgun your enemies in the unknown procedurally generated hunting grounds.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Roguelite 14.4%, Roguelike 11.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A unique, cover-based roguelite shooter that requires tactical thinking and precise timing.

  19. #19 Ziggurat 2
    84% matchVery Positive90% of 1,483 reviews2021
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Ziggurat is back, and now it's even better! Use powerful weapons and spells to break through hordes of enemies and explore labyrinthine dungeons in this hectic roguelite FPS, while you improve your skills and discover new equipment.

    Why similar: Roguelite 21.4%, Action Roguelike 20.3%, Perma Death 18.2%, Shooter 14.4%, Roguelike 13%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced arena shooter with deep roguelite elements and a focus on magical combat.

  20. #20 Genome Guardian
    83% matchVery Positive92% of 776 reviews2024
    Dev: Alpherior
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    COMBINE WEAPONS in the microscopic roguelite turret shooter with macroscopic depth. Survive 6 modes using an astounding array of turrets, perks, mutations and power-ups on this psychedelic journey to the heart of the abyss. Shmup Mode turns it into a vertical shoot 'em up!

    Why similar: Gun Customization 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Roguelite 13.1%, Roguelike 9.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Features deep gun customization and roguelite progression that mirrors the technical depth of the seed game.

  21. #21 Galactic Glitch
    82% matchVery Positive90% of 904 reviews2025
    Dev: Crunchy Leaf Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    A physics-powered action roguelike. Grab asteroids, catch missiles, and hurl them back at swarming enemies. Build wild loadouts, defeat colossal bosses, and push deeper into a collapsing galaxy.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Roguelike 9.2%, Roguelite 9%

    Why You'll Like It: A physics-based top-down roguelite that encourages creative use of the environment during combat.

  22. #22 Danger Scavenger
    84% matchMostly Positive73% of 503 reviews2021
    Dev: Piotr WolkPub: Star Drifters
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Danger Scavenger is fast-paced action, cyberpunk-themed, roguelite skyline crawler. Blow up, cut, shoot enemy robots on the roofs of skyscrapers. Choose your way to higher levels, loot, buy stuff, upgrade yourself, fight against greedy corporations, be a rebel!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 17.4%, Perma Death 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12.5%, Action Roguelike 11.6%, Roguelite 10.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced top-down action game with a strong focus on loot and roguelite progression.

  23. #23 Neon Sundown
    82% matchVery Positive82% of 447 reviews2022
    Dev: Ben NicholsPub: BN Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 61%

    Neon Sundown is an extremely challenging arena-shooter that mixes fast-paced action with roguelite elements. Take on increasingly difficult arenas as you unlock new ships, upgrades, synergies, and more! Think you have what it takes to survive?

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Perma Death 18.4%, Action Roguelike 13.1%, Roguelite 12.9%, Roguelike 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: An arena-based top-down roguelite that emphasizes survival and high-speed combat.

  24. #24 M.O.O.D.S.
    81% matchVery Positive85% of 67 reviews2025
    Dev: StickyStoneStudio
    Windows

    Grab a gun and take down hostile robots corrupted by synthetic emotions! Combine weapon modifications and wreak havoc in this roguelite shooter. Let your emotions shape combat and alter boss fights! Fight alone or join up with up to 4 players!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.8%, Gun Customization 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Action Roguelike 11.3%, Roguelite 9.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that combines bullet-hell mechanics with roguelite progression.

  25. #25 Space Bandit
    81% matchVery Positive94% of 79 reviews2022
    Dev: Sam Murray
    Windows · Linux

    Brutal twin stick shooter with fun and clever enemies. Also has roguelite and Sci-Fi stuff.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Perma Death 16.1%, Roguelite 11.3%, PvE 7.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter that blends roguelite mechanics with a gritty, sci-fi aesthetic.

  26. #26 Gunforged
    80% matchVery Positive83% of 76 reviews2025
    Dev: Firebelley
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Gunforged is a goofy fantasy roguelite shooter where you create broken builds every run. Forge your guns with randomized gun parts, collect passive abilities, and embed gun-changing runes into your guns to create the ultimate build.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Action Roguelike 17%, Roguelite 12.4%, Roguelike 11.9%

    Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelite that focuses on shooter mechanics and arena-style combat.

  27. #27 Genome Guardian 2
    77% matchVery Positive98% of 307 reviews2026
    Dev: Alpherior
    Windows

    COMBINE WEAPONS in the microscopic shooter with macroscopic depth. BUILD YOUR NANOBOT from hundreds of parts. SURVIVE the microbial onslaught once more in this psychedelic dive to the Abyss, full of mutations, minerals, anomalies and powerup polyps. SHMUP mode turns it into a vertical shoot 'em up!

    Why similar: Gun Customization 20.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Roguelite 10.3%, Action Roguelike 9.6%

  28. #28 Repetendium
    79% matchVery Positive90% of 294 reviews2022
    Dev: Bearlex Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Repetendium is a top-down roguelike-lite shooter. Select from a rowdy group of characters to play as and wield an ever expanding variety of gear and items to conquer the underworld. Death awaits...

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.3%, Perma Death 23.4%, Action Roguelike 20.4%, Roguelite 17%, Roguelike 12%

    Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell style roguelite that tests player endurance and reaction times.

  29. #29 VOID/BREAKER
    77% matchVery Positive91% of 2,431 reviews2025
    Dev: Stubby GamesPub: Playstack
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Fast paced Bullet hell Roguelite FPS 🔴 Fight relentless machines driven by a hostile AI. Escape an endless cycle. Craft infinite weapon variants with deep gun modding. Forge deadly synergies. Carve your way out through enviro destruction /BREAK THE SYSTEM /BREAK FREE

    Why similar: Gun Customization 33.1%, Roguelite 17.2%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Shooter 11.3%, Roguelike 11.2%

  30. #30 BPM: BULLETS PER MINUTE
    78% matchVery Positive90% of 11,358 reviews2020
    Dev: Awe Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    BPM is a rhythm-action FPS rogue-like where you must shoot, jump and dodge to the beat of an epic rock soundtrack. Delve into a randomly generated dungeon where one missed note can lead to your death. Gain game-changing abilities and loot powerful weaponry to defeat your ancient enemy: Nidhogg.

    Why similar: Roguelike 32.2%, Action Roguelike 24.6%, Shooter 18.9%, Roguelite 16.4%, Action 7.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based shooter that requires precise timing, matching the intensity of high-difficulty roguelites.

  31. #31 Scrappage
    78% matchVery Positive82% of 105 reviews2023
    Dev: Geekspree
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    In this unforgiving rogue-lite twin stick shooter, death awaits you behind every corner. Fight your way through hordes of monsters, eliminate bosses and loot their valuable items and body parts. With them you can enhance your own body, unlock powerful skills and create your own unique builds.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.6%, Perma Death 16.9%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Character Customization 9.6%, Roguelite 8.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter with roguelite elements that emphasizes fast-paced, arcade-style action.

  32. #32 Neon Striker
    76% matchVery Positive89% of 85 reviews2025
    Dev: Zeno's Adventure Team
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Configure the weaponry on your ship to blast away enemies as you navigate through swarms of bullets and space battles. Each ship has unique customization options and playstyles.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Gun Customization 19.7%, Action Roguelike 16.7%, Class-Based 10.7%, Roguelike 8.8%

  33. #33 Planetary Dustoff
    79% matchVery Positive84% of 51 reviews2019
    Dev: Rymdfall AB
    Windows · Mac

    Planetary Dustoff is a space-themed roguelite shooter. Go on a death riddled journey to sprawling alien environments and fight your way through hordes of enemies and epic boss battles. Take part in the revived Planetary Survey Program and help the Space Faction find a new home for humanity.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Roguelite 18.7%, Shooter 6.6%

    Why You'll Like It: An indie top-down roguelite shooter that provides a straightforward, challenging combat experience.

  34. #34 Hive Jump 2: Survivors
    76% matchVery Positive84% of 112 reviews2024
    Dev: Graphite LabPub: Midwest Games
    Windows · Linux

    Become an agent of vengeance in this bullet-heaven action roguelite! You are the lone survivor of your squad, on an alien planet with just your weapon, a jetpack, and the courage to keep fighting. Kill off alien swarms and transform their valuable guts into explosive upgrades and vital utilities.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18.6%, Gun Customization 15%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Perma Death 12.9%, Action Roguelike 10.3%

  35. #35 SANDRIPPER
    75% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2025
    Dev: Mackenzie Palmer
    Windows

    Tear across the desert, obliterating wave after wave with your nuclear missile powered dual-wielding hover tank. A tight, punchy wave survival sandbox with ludicrous weaponry, exhilarating rocket-tank combat, and daily leaderboards!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Action Roguelike 11.9%, Roguelike 9.9%, Perma Death 9.6%

  36. #36 Nova Drift
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,456 reviews2024
    Dev: ChimericPub: Pixeljam
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.2%, Roguelite 24.2%, Roguelike 18.3%, Shooter 16.2%, Colorful 8.5%

  37. #37 Cosmic Carnage: Prologue
    74% matchVery Positive93% of 71 reviews2023
    Dev: LionSwordPub: LionSword Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Prepare for an interstellar showdown like no other in a gripping roguelike top-down twin-stick shooter set in the vast depths of space. Pilot your advanced starship, engaging in relentless battles against hordes of alien adversaries. Destroy, Collect, Upgrade, Die, Unlock, Repeat.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Perma Death 14.3%, Action Roguelike 11.9%, Roguelite 10%

  38. #38 Graveyard Gunslingers
    74% matchMixed60% of 214 reviews2024
    Dev: PyroPhysics
    Windows

    Shoot hordes of zombies in a bullet hell roguelite arena. By day, harvest resources, unlock map areas, and prepare for the upcoming night. Craft unique strategies by combining characters, weapons, and exploring a vast ability tree.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Gun Customization 13.2%, Roguelite 10.3%

  39. #39 Combat Complex
    73% matchMostly Positive79% of 56 reviews2024
    Dev: Spherical Horse Studios
    Windows

    A fast-paced ARPG / roguelike hybrid with lasers, alien bugs, WASD / twin-stick controls, random loot, and procedurally-generated levels. Wield legendary weapons, unlock devastating skills, create overpowered builds – and turn your enemies' attacks against them. Try the free demo!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Action Roguelike 14%, Roguelite 11.6%, Roguelike 8.6%

  40. #40 Mars Survivors
    75% matchMixed66% of 68 reviews2023
    Dev: Leguas Intrepidas
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Ready to tackle the challenge? On Mars, confront countless mutated creatures and mechanical monsters. Choose survivors, weapons, and skills wisely for diverse battles. Employ precise shooting, agile dodging, and strategic use of props and skills to fend off enemy attacks.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30%, Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Action Roguelike 19.5%, Roguelite 10.7%, Roguelike 7.9%

  41. #41 Symbiotic
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 178 reviews2022
    Dev: Verb Noun StudiosPub: Champlain College
    Windows

    Symbiotic is a fast-paced, first-person roguelike shooter where you, an escaped prisoner, stole a real monster of a weapon: The Symbiote. Fight with an evolving weapon and escape!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.1%, Gun Customization 21.7%, PvE 12.9%, Roguelike 12.7%, Shooter 12.4%

  42. #42 Section 13
    71% matchMixed70% of 841 reviews2025
    Dev: Ocean Drive Studio, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Unravel a thrilling sci-fi mystery in this action-packed twin-stick roguelite shooter. Select your load-out, stack up temporary and persistent upgrades, and delve into the depths of a subterranean base, either alone or in a group of up to 3 players.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Roguelite 11.2%, Roguelike 8.2%

  43. #43 Deadzone: Rogue
    69% matchVery Positive83% of 15,360 reviews2025
    Dev: Prophecy Games
    Windows
    Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Deadzone: Rogue is a roguelite FPS set in space. Blast through swarms of hostile machines, combine powerful augments and elements to forge your build, and grow stronger with each run — solo or in co-op.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.4%, Roguelite 19.2%, Roguelike 18.3%, PvE 14.1%, Shooter 12.5%

  44. #44 Fabric Of Reality
    72% matchVery Positive92% of 132 reviews2022
    Dev: _Jester_
    Windows

    In this game, you are the bullet hell. Face off against 100 waves of enemies and bosses by collecting a deck of attack cards that activate in real-time to unleash destruction upon everything in sight. There's an insane amount of customizability leading to an infinitely replayable experience.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Gun Customization 15.7%, Perma Death 14.8%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 14.1%

  45. #45 Tiny Rogues
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 10,556 reviews2022
    Dev: RubyDev
    Windows
    Median: 9.9 hrsMean: 24.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Tiny Rogues is a challenging fantasy rogue-lite bullet-hell dungeon crawler with rpg elements. Build a new unique character each run and fight one monster-infested room after another! Discover unique weapons, collect magical items and level up to become more and more powerful!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.3%, Action Roguelike 24.4%, Roguelite 19%, Roguelike 14.5%, Top-Down 12.9%

  46. #46 Battle Shapers
    70% matchVery Positive82% of 1,089 reviews2024
    Dev: Metric Empire
    Windows
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Battle Shapers is an action-packed, sci-fi FPS roguelite in which you shoot and smash your way through swarms of corrupt robots. Wield powerful weapons, abilities, and game-changing new powers stolen from ruthless Overlords.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.6%, Perma Death 18.9%, Roguelite 18.6%, Roguelike 13.2%, Shooter 12.4%

  47. #47 Null Vector
    72% matchVery Positive96% of 269 reviews2018
    Dev: Optical Override
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Trade. Gamble. Fight! Test your arcade chops in Null Vector, a twin-stick shooter rogue-lite. Discover and experiment with thousands of weapon combinations, take strategic advantage of machines to trade and gamble for new ship parts, and unleash your own bullet hell upon the Final Boss!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.6%, Gun Customization 20.1%, Perma Death 15.9%, Action Roguelike 12.1%, Roguelite 10.9%

  48. #48 Space Scavenger
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 316 reviews2021
    Dev: Red Cabin Games
    Windows

    Action roguelike where you build and command your own spaceships. Battle enemies, explore planets and customize your ship on the fly. Make the best use of the quirky ship modules you find, ranging from slingshots to ion cannons, to try and avoid certain death.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.4%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Perma Death 15%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Roguelike 9%

  49. #49 Gunlocked 2
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 77 reviews2026
    Dev: FromLefcourt
    Windows

    Movement is your weapon. A sci-fi action roguelike and shmup combined, in Gunlocked 2 you'll pilot and upgrade a state-of-the-art warship against endless waves of deadly aliens. Deep customization, branching paths, and tons of unlockables offer endless replayability!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Action Roguelike 18.7%, Roguelite 16.7%, Roguelike 13.2%, Shooter 10.9%

  50. #50 Sharded World
    71% matchMostly Positive79% of 166 reviews2023
    Dev: Nasty Cat
    Windows · Linux

    Sharded World is a reversed bullet hell, rogue-lite, ARPG game combining simple gameplay and great rpg progression. Each level has its own unique features and challenges. Upgradable characters, weapons and orbs. Challenges, daily quests, and leaderboards. Fight, get stronger and defeat the Lich!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Roguelite 11.4%, Character Customization 9.7%

  51. #51 Cyclo Chambers
    70% matchVery Positive84% of 135 reviews2023
    Dev: Hobofeller
    Windows

    Collect synergizing items to create an overpowered character to fight hordes of cyclops monsters. Cyclo Chambers is a fast-paced, top-down arena shooter with light rogue-like elements. 150 items to choose from to create frantic combinations. Different runs every time.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Roguelite 13.1%, Roguelike 8.8%

  52. #52 Soulstone Survivors
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 26,366 reviews2025
    Dev: Game Smithing Limited
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 36.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.4%, Action Roguelike 21.5%, Roguelite 18%, Roguelike 13.8%, Top-Down 10.8%

  53. #53 Neon Abyss 2
    69% matchMixed69% of 2,097 reviews2025
    Dev: Veewo Games
    Windows
    Median: 6.0 hrsMean: 12.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Dive into the cybermyth roguelike chaos of Neon Abyss 2! Now featuring up to 4-player online co-op, more combat styles, and unlimited item synergies, every run delivers a dramatic, action-packed experience you won't forget.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.2%, Roguelite 24.2%, Roguelike 22.2%, Shooter 15.2%, Action 5.2%

  54. #54 NIMRODS
    68% matchVery Positive85% of 1,788 reviews2024
    Dev: Fiveamp
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Assemble a limitless arsenal in this survive-em-up roguelite shooter. As a Gun Manufacturer's testing force, your mission is simple: test the latest gun tech and scavenge alien planets. Collect insane weapon parts to invent crazy guns that slay thousands. You may not survive, but your guns will!

    Why similar: Gun Customization 26.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.3%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Roguelite 13.9%, Roguelike 10.9%

  55. #55 SULFUR
    67% matchVery Positive87% of 8,658 reviews2024
    Dev: Perfect Random
    Windows
    Median: 7.8 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    SULFUR is a modern old-school action-adventure: Outsmart enemies, find treasure, improve weapons, harness powers. Delve deeper, find answers, make it end.

    Why similar: Gun Customization 36.4%, Roguelite 18.9%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Roguelike 13.4%, Shooter 12.2%

  56. #56 Bullet Bunny
    67% matchVery Positive86% of 128 reviews2024
    Dev: penusbmic
    Windows

    Bullet Bunny is a twin-stick shooter with rogue-like elements. Fend off an onslaught of enemies, level up, and create unique builds every run while trying to survive 500 seconds!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Roguelike 11.7%, Top-Down 9.1%

  57. #57 Corebreaker
    65% matchVery Positive93% of 145 reviews2026
    Dev: aQuadiunPub: Astrolabe Games
    Windows

    Corebreaker is a fast-paced action-platformer game with rogue-like elements. Play as Nova, a robot designed to awaken when humanity is extinct by the machines. Unlock abilities, upgrades and powerful weapons as you fight your way through supreme robots to find out your purpose!

    Why similar: Perma Death 35.1%, Action Roguelike 31.4%, Shooter 18.8%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Action 2.1%

  58. #58 Heroes of Hammerwatch II
    65% matchVery Positive83% of 6,080 reviews2025
    Dev: CrackshellPub: Team17
    Windows
    Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    A rogue-lite action-rpg that offers extensive persistent progression. Build your town, upgrade and equip your heroes, before taking on the ever-changing Dark Citadel - either solo or with a team of friends.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.7%, Roguelite 18.3%, Class-Based 16.4%, Roguelike 15.6%, Character Customization 11.9%

  59. #59 Witchinour
    70% matchVery Positive92% of 59 reviews2017
    Dev: mahojigoku
    Windows

    Witchinour is a roguelite twin stick shooter focused on fast, 60fps action and constantly increasing difficulty. You play as an explorer who comes across a dungeon that an apprentice witch named Nour found herself lost in years ago on a full moon...

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Perma Death 16.9%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Roguelite 12.2%

  60. #60 Doomsday Hunters
    66% matchVery Positive90% of 787 reviews2023
    Dev: Moregames
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Shoot stuff in a perfect pixel world, combine items, build guns, die every time! Roguelite twin-stick shooter where magic and post-apocalyptic future technologies collide. Defeat evil lord Dracula and save everyone!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36%, Perma Death 24.4%, Action Roguelike 15.2%, Roguelite 12.7%, Roguelike 9.2%

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