Games Like The Expendabros

Broforce is an action-packed side-scrolling run ‘n’ gun ode to freedom, putting you in control of an under-funded, overpowered paramilitary organization dealing exclusively in excessive force.

Why similar: America 19.2% ★, Local Co-Op 17.4%, Co-op 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Multiplayer 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This is the core game that The Expendabros is built upon, offering the same over-the-top destruction and action-movie parody.

In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Shooter 13.4%, Co-op 11.3%, Side Scroller 10.3%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in retro run-and-gun gameplay that perfectly captures the gritty, fast-paced action of 80s arcade shooters.

Vlambeer's SUPER CRATE BOX is coming to bring back the glory of the golden arcade age, when all that really mattered was getting on that high score list. Grab your baseball cap and loosen your pants, it's time to fight endless hordes of enemies and collect every weapon crate you can.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Platformer 18%, Shooter 15.8%, Multiplayer 14.6%, Action 11.5%

Why You'll Like It: A frantic, high-speed arcade platformer that forces you to constantly adapt your playstyle to survive.

Rescue hostages, disarm bombs and save the day in this old school, side-scroller action game with retro graphics and retro sensibilities. Online and Couch Coop Included.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.8%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Co-op 11.9%, Shooter 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: Combines tactical decision-making with chaotic, fast-paced 2D platforming action that feels very similar to the Expendabros experience.

Craft your arsenal to avenge your fallen comrades and save the world from the fearsome forces of CLAW!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.5%, Co-op 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Platformer 9.3%, Action 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: Features deep weapon customization and 2D run-and-gun gameplay with a strong emphasis on cooperative play.

In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 27%, Pixel Graphics 17.1%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Shooter 12.1%, Action 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: A love letter to classic Contra-style games, featuring intense boss fights and relentless side-scrolling action.

Superfighters Deluxe is a unique action game that combines brawling, shooting and platforming in dynamic sandboxy 2D levels. Lots of weapons and fun gameplay systems interlock to create absurd action-movie chaos.

Why similar: Multiplayer 16.4%, Local Co-Op 16.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%, Action 9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers chaotic, physics-based 2D brawling and shooting that excels in multiplayer environments.

Enter the futuristic year of 1984, an age where ducks run wild in a frantic battle for glory. Blast your friends with Shotguns, Net Guns, Mind Control Rays, Saxophones, Magnet Guns, and much, much more. This is DUCK GAME. Don't blink.

Why similar: Multiplayer 21%, Local Multiplayer 17%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Local Co-Op 10.9%, Funny 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Provides hilarious, physics-based multiplayer platforming combat that is perfect for local co-op sessions.

Battle other 2D stickfigures online while jumping around like a lunatic and getting blown up into smithereens. With over 70 weapons, Boring Man is the most chaotic and hilarious 2D online shooter on the internet.

Why similar: Multiplayer 15.6%, Shooter 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Co-op 13.8%, Side Scroller 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, humorous multiplayer shooter that emphasizes movement and chaotic weapon variety.

“METAL SLUG 3”, the masterpiece in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game series, still continues to fascinate millions of fans worldwide to this day for its intricate dot-pixel graphics, and simple and intuitive game controls, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Classic 20.5% ★, Local Co-Op 19.7%, Co-op 18.1%, Action 10.5%, Side Scroller 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential 2D run-and-gun shooter that set the standard for the genre with its detailed pixel art and chaotic combat.

Professional assassin turned amateur campaign manager Steve is charged with cleaning up the city by an anthropomorphic rabbit and mayoral candidate from the future named BunnyLord.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 27.4%, Shooter 17%, Action 14.5%, Comedy 10.8%, 2D 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, cover-based 2D shooter that blends humor with intense, visceral combat mechanics.

Soldat is a unique 2D (side-view) multiplayer action game. Soldiers fight against each other in 2D battle arenas using a deadly arsenal of military weapons, across 7 default game modes.

Why similar: Action 31.9%, Multiplayer 25.8%, Shooter 22.2%, 2D 10.7%, Indie 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A classic 2D multiplayer shooter that focuses on high-speed movement and intense, skill-based gunplay.

Bleed 2 is a relentless arcade action game featuring air-dodging, bullet-reflecting, and tons of bosses. Now with randomly-generated levels and daily challenges, too!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 31.7%, Action 24.4%, Platformer 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%, 2D 9%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on high-speed movement and stylish boss battles that demand quick reflexes and constant action.

Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.

Why similar: Action 24.7%, Pixel Graphics 24.1%, Platformer 20.5%, Side Scroller 12.8%, 2D 11%

Why You'll Like It: A heavy-metal infused action platformer that delivers brutal combat and stunning, detailed pixel art.

Annihilate an evil penguin regime in this cinematic platform adventure game offering full solo and co-op campaigns.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.2%, Co-op 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%, Multiplayer 9.4%, Shooter 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A cinematic 2D action-platformer that balances puzzle-solving with satisfying combat sequences.

Bobby from Team HOT GUNS has a job to locate and secure the legendary Money Tree.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 21.7%, Action 20.7%, Platformer 12.8%, Shooter 11.6%, 2D 10.8%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled platformer that focuses on exploration and classic action-adventure mechanics.

Double Action is a free stylish multiplayer game about diving, flipping, and sliding your way into action movie mayhem.

Why similar: Multiplayer 32.2%, Shooter 22%, Action 16.5%, Co-op 11.5%, Funny 6%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish, fast-paced multiplayer shooter that emphasizes parkour and cinematic action.

Stick 'Em Up 2: Paper Adventures is a run'n'gun/platform game of stick figure characters fighting through beautiful paper and card levels. Fly across city rooftops firing rockets from a helicopter, leap between pirate ships with a sword, race buggies on the moon, and more!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.2%, Local Multiplayer 13.1%, Co-op 12.6%, Action 12.4%, Multiplayer 10.2%

Why You'll Like It: A simple, fun side-scrolling action game that is easy to pick up and great for local co-op play.

Brain / Out is a multiplayer shooter with a nostalgic post-Soviet feel. Experience dynamic battles and exterminate your enemies with a large arsenal of modern weaponry. Lock'n'load!

Why similar: Shooter 21.8%, Multiplayer 20.9%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, 2D 12.5%, Action 8%

Why You'll Like It: A gritty 2D multiplayer shooter that focuses on tactical movement and weapon variety.

Multiplayer based, first person enabled, action packed and skill demanding shooter set in the Wild West times. A unique combination of non stop action and slow but powerful weaponry.

Why similar: Co-op 22.8%, Multiplayer 21.9%, Shooter 19.7%, Action 11%, Funny 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: A unique multiplayer western shooter that provides a distinct, chaotic combat experience.

Westerado: Double Barreled. When your family is murdered by a mysterious desperado, you set out into the world to take revenge. Take control of your own fate and that of others, all using your trusty shooting iron.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 29.5%, Local Co-Op 28.3%, Action 12.3%, Open World 8%, 2D 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a western-themed adventure with satisfying gunplay and a unique, pixelated aesthetic.

My Friend Pedro is a violent ballet about friendship, imagination, and one man’s struggle to obliterate anyone in his path at the behest of a sentient banana.

Why similar: Shooter 25.9%, Action 21.5%, Side Scroller 12%, Platformer 11.9%, Funny 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: An over-the-top, cinematic shooter that emphasizes style and creative gunplay in a 2D space.

Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 40.4%, Platformer 22.4%, Action 19.4%, 2D 11.4%, Indie 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers lightning-fast, one-hit-kill action with a cinematic flair that keeps the pace incredibly high.

Gunscape provides easy-to-use tools based on a block-placement interface everybody's already familiar with to create all types of maps. Don't like building stuff? Then just blast your way through hordes of monsters or duel with other players!

Why similar: Multiplayer 24.6%, Local Co-Op 20%, Action 16.8%, Shooter 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: Allows players to build and share their own shooter levels, providing endless variety for fans of the genre.

"This is some of the most fun I've had with a game so far this year, and it will go down as one of the best side-scrolling shooters of all time." - 9/10, Destructoid

Why similar: Action 25.6%, Platformer 24.5%, Shooter 17.3%, 2D 14.8%, Side Scroller 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features physics-heavy combat and massive boss encounters that feel like a modern take on classic run-and-gun games.

BLOCKADE 3D! First Person Shooter in an editable procedural cubic world. A large arsenal of weapons, 4 teams at the same time and up to 32 players on one map. A large number of game modes!

Why similar: Multiplayer 28.8%, Shooter 27.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Action 11.5%, Co-op 11%

Why You'll Like It: A voxel-based multiplayer shooter that offers a unique aesthetic while maintaining fast-paced combat.

The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow, the sole survivor of his clan, on one last mission to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin.

Why similar: Pixel Graphics 28.5%, Platformer 22%, 2D 15.4%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Action 12.5%

Why You'll Like It: A polished, retro-inspired action platformer that captures the challenge and feel of classic 8-bit games.

Join Scott Pilgrim and Ramona Flowers in a brand-new brawling adventure across space, time, and the streets of Toronto!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.1%, Local Multiplayer 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Multiplayer 11.5%, Co-op 10.7%

Free to play shooter about the confrontation of two irreconcilable sides, represented by the government military housings and the armed hirelings. Try your hand at virtual battles with off-scale dynamics and hurricane gameplay in the spirit of the classical shooters.

Why similar: Multiplayer 39.1%, Shooter 31.9%, Action 13.6%, Co-op 12.6%, Open World 1.2%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, free-to-play multiplayer shooter that focuses on classic deathmatch gameplay.

Unsung Warriors is a 2D action-adventure game set in Iron Age inspired Europe. Fight your way past enemies and traps, while exploring the secrets of an ancient crypt.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.3%, Multiplayer 23%, Action 13.4%, Platformer 11.9%, Co-op 8.8%

Join your favorite YouTubers on an Epic Quest in PewDiePie: Legend of the Brofist.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 17.8%, Co-op 17%, Platformer 10.8%, Shooter 7.9%

Against explosive firepower, bitter cold, and dizzying heights, Fork Parker must outwit a group of no-talent game developers in a deadly holiday promotional game. Also, it's free.

Why similar: Platformer 26.9%, Pixel Graphics 25.2%, Action 14.6%, Multiplayer 11.5%, 2D 11.1%

GARBANZO QUEST! The crazy bullet-heck platformer where your main weapon is your own spit! Bring a friend! Hand-crafted challenges, secrets, and branching paths galore!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.2%, Pixel Graphics 20.2%, Platformer 15.7%, Action 7.4%, Funny 6.2%

The original 8-bit twin-stick space shooter about brotherly love, available to play for free.

Why similar: Action 56.5%, Pixel Graphics 27.1%, Indie 16.4%

Bud Spencer and Terence Hill in their first virtual adventure. Slaps And Beans is a co-operative or single player scrolling beat’ em up game with the addition of platform elements and mini-games in which you'll interpret the characters of Bud Spencer and Terence Hill

Why similar: Local Co-Op 38.1%, Pixel Graphics 21.9%, Co-op 14.5%, Action 13.3%, 2D 4.7%

Teeworlds is a free online multiplayer game, available for all major operating systems. Battle with up to 16 players in a variety of game modes, including Team Deathmatch and Capture The Flag. You can even design your own maps!

Why similar: Multiplayer 27.7%, Shooter 12.4%, Platformer 12.1%, Action 11.6%, 2D 11.4%

Relic Hunters Zero: Remix is a remaster of the FREE 1 million player hit game about blasting evil space ducks and turtles with tiny cute guns. It’s fast, it’s tactical, and feels deliciously smooth to play. Unlock new weapons, characters and relics to defeat the Ducan Commander!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.4%, Co-op 19.2%, Multiplayer 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Shooter 10%

Vengeance Hunters is an adrenaline fueled Neo-Geo hardware developed beat’em’up that lets you and a friend in local co-op fight mutants, zombies, punks, gangsters, lab techs with bombs (you read that correctly), suited mystery men, cyborgs and more across multiple stages, sublevels and secret areas.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.9%, Multiplayer 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Side Scroller 10.3%, Action 9.6%

Take control of Mace in this local co-op side scrolling platform shooter as you travel from assignment to assignment taking on enemy bots and dangerous bosses on different planets.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 18%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Co-op 10.4%, Action 9.8%

Snow Plows vs Aliens: 4 player, local co-op chaos

Why similar: Local Co-Op 49.4%, Local Multiplayer 26.4%, Action 18.8%, Indie 5.4%

After the shipwreck in Africa, Bud and Terence save a village from criminals and make their way home on a raft loaded with bananas. But of course it wouldn't be a Bud and Terence adventure if everything went according to plan.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.1%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Action 9.5%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Comedy 7.6%

Play Abathor Atlantis Landing and relive the glory of arcades in this action platformer for up to 4 players.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Co-op 11.3%, Multiplayer 11.2%, Platformer 9.8%

"Gun Brothers" is a frantic top down shooter for 1-4 players.

Why similar: Multiplayer 26.1%, Shooter 22%, Co-op 19.6%, Action 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%

Robros is a robot-themed, action-strategy escort shooter where you control two robots to get them to fight their way out of a factory filled with rogue robots. The gameplay is split in two phases: planning and action. The first phase is planning your escape by plotting a vector path on a 2D map.

Why similar: Action 78.2%, Indie 21.8%

Shoot and drift around the chaotic streets of Strife City, a hub for crime, secret societies, paranormal activities and lots’a *CHA-CHING*!

Why similar: Multiplayer 23.3%, Pixel Graphics 19.1%, Shooter 15.5%, Action 12.2%, Co-op 8.7%

Broventure = Vampire Survivors + Base building + Co-op. Band together with friends and obliterate hordes of grueling enemies, gather crucial resources, and transform your camp into a sanctuary of liberation.

Why similar: Co-op 36.9%, Multiplayer 28.4%, Action 15.2%, 2D 14%, Adventure 3.1%

Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2 revives the good, old, action platform run & gun genre, but this time with a bunch of humor and buckets of blown off body parts. In this sequel to Guns, Gore & Cannoli, Vinnie Cannoli’s story continues and this time it’s personal.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19%, Co-op 15.3%, Multiplayer 13.6%, Side Scroller 12%, Shooter 10.6%

Inspired by classic shooters like Gunstar Heroes, Metal Slug, and Contra, Greedy Guns brings the run-and-gun formula into the 21st Century! Help these greedy mercenaries survive their most epic contract yet. Explore, explode, survive!

Why similar: Action 29.2%, Shooter 19.8%, Platformer 18.9%, 2D 12.2%, Adventure 11.2%

You Have to Win the Game is a free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic.

Why similar: Platformer 32.1%, Pixel Graphics 24.1%, 2D 14.5%, Action 7.9%, Indie 6.1%

CS2D is a free fast-paced top-down multiplayer shooter. Featuring many different game modes, a built-in map editor and much more.

Why similar: Shooter 27.8%, Multiplayer 27.4%, 2D 18.5%, Action 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

Swordplay and freerun through the internet and on a couch against your friends in a team brawl. Throw bombs, use smokescreens and climb your way to the enemy base. Choose your side as a Pirate or an Assassin and feed the Artifact with souls of your enemies.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.2%, Local Multiplayer 17.5%, Co-op 16.4%, Multiplayer 15.4%, Action 11.6%

“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 12.4%, Multiplayer 11.9%, Co-op 11.4%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%, Classic 9.7% ★

A gritty, non-stop blood bath from the creator of Insanity's Blade, Super Battle Princess Madelyn and the recently released GuardGrave. And a parody of beloved 60s and 70s classic action films, heroes and villains. Deathwish Enforcers... There's gonna be hell to pay!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 16.8%, Local Multiplayer 12.3%, Co-op 12%, Multiplayer 10.1%, Shooter 8.6%

AirMech® Strike is a fast paced Action-RTS game that can be played solo, coop, or competitively online. Earn Kudos and Experience in battle and unlock a wide collection of AirMechs and Units while you practice the perfect strategy to emerge victorious!

Why similar: Multiplayer 46.2%, Co-op 19.6%, Action 16%, Shooter 12.4%, Indie 3%

Quacker Bros is a roguelike TD game about protecting your bounty from the intercepting chicken Mafia! Survive until the help comes and you can finally enjoy the blood and sweat of your heist!

Why similar: America 35.7% ★, Pixel Graphics 19%, 2D 11.9%, Action 11.1%, Funny 11.1%

Hack, slash, and smash your way to victory in this award winning 2D arcade adventure from The Behemoth!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.9%, Co-op 17.5%, Local Multiplayer 15.1%, Multiplayer 12.7%, 2D 7.8%