- #1 Giga Girl
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 24 reviews2016
Dev: Outgunned Games
Windows
Giga Girl is a retro run ‘n gun platformer heavily influenced by, and paying homage to, the original NES Mega Man games.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #2 Ocean's Crabellum
96% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2017
Dev: Crabellum Games
Windows
Shoot 'em up! The former soldier Crab have to holster up his old Parabellum guns. He must wreak massive havoc to clean up the Big Ocean from villains and get revenge for his friends. Destroy the unrestrained mafia gang led by giant octopus in the best tradition of top-down and scroll-action shooters.
Why similar: Action 59.8%, Indie 40.2%
- #3 De Mambo
92% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: The Dangerous Kitchen
Windows · Mac · Linux
Spicy action for 1-4 players! De Mambo lets players take control of up to four characters locked in infinite Mambo! Help them escape this horrible—and somewhat provocative—despair!
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #4 Boratium Wars
95% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Dataweb, Inc.
Windows
Boratium Wars is a fast paced arcade style space shooter. Your skills are put to the test, as you attempt to collect Boratium from deep space, while avoiding enemies, mines, and more. Supports keyboard and mouse, as well as controller play. Tons of fun!
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #5 Street of Sanctuary VR
94% match6 user reviews0% of 6 reviews2017
Dev: MoyeVR
Windows
Since several months ago, an insurgent group called “Futealer” have made a lot attacks on federal facilities. Your squad is sent to Sanctuary Street to stop them from approaching a crucial science facility called Neb Lab. This won’t be a difficult task for seasoned soldiers like you.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #6 Wild Arena
96% matchNo user reviews2016
Dev: 971 Games
Windows
Wild Arena is a shooter where you have to defend yourselves and survive enemy attacks in small fighting zones with a main game mode and 3 secondary game modes.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #7 Snakes - N - Ladders : Origins - Episode 1
94% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Sagnithi Systems Technology Solutions LLP
Windows
Every ancient game has a story behind its origins. Scripted from an exciting Sci-Fi perspective, this is a story of how the ancient Snakes&Ladders board game came to be. Snakes-N-Ladders: Origins - Episode 1 is a small, fun, tense, and entertaining shooter game.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #8 Majin Woman
93% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: KonekroydPub: DLsite
Windows
Control a giant girl and protect the earth from invasion in this circular style side-scrolling shooter. In the name of world peace, you can use melee combat to pave a path through your foes (then devour them!) or obliterate the legions with a giant holy machine gun!
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #9 Drop Kick Zombie!
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Loli Jam Network
Windows
An arcade-style action game about a zombie who drop kicks lolis.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #10 Undercity
91% matchMixed64% of 14 reviews2017
Dev: Glass Isle Entertainment
Windows
Undercity is a challenging action game about rushing through tunnels on a jet-powered board at high speed. Dodge whatever comes your way and unlock new powers as you progress. The game was created entirely by a single developer.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #11 BEAK SQUADRON
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Timbo Burkle
Windows
BEAK SQUADRON is a challenging, indie, 3rd-person flight game set in a galaxy where ducks and guinea pigs have been at war for eons. Not for players who are looking for an easy experience. Designed for controller play.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #12 Project Ball
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Fallback
Windows
Project Ball is a fast-paced physics-based multiplayer 3D platformer in which you embody a ball to fight for objectives and crush your opponents. Players finally get the chance to use their balls and smash!
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #13 Ragtag Adventurers
89% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2018
Dev: Prime Time Studio
Windows
Ragtag Adventurers is a boss rush game that pits 4 heroes against terrible monsters in Shared Screen Multiplayer. Play alone or with friends against challenging bosses that will put your skills to the test.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #14 Babel: Choice
90% matchMixed66% of 107 reviews2016
Dev: Sogoal
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Babel: Choice is a 2D action-adventure Roguelike game which combines with the elements of RPG and shooting games. In the game, the player will play the part of Alexander, the son of the evil duke, aiming to break through the perilous and capricious Tower of Evil.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #15 Steampuff: Phinnegan's Factory
88% matchMostly Positive76% of 25 reviews2017
Dev: Mister AndersonPub: Steelehouse
Windows
Phinnegan's Factory is a frantically fun action shooter for the HTC Vive and Oculus Rift. Jump, dodge, duck and shoot your way through endless waves of mechanical monstrosities and multiple levels of madness.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #16 2V Hoverbike
87% matchPositive83% of 23 reviews2017
Dev: IntertumPub: intertum
Windows · Mac
2V Hoverbike is a horizontal shoot 'em up.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #17 Square Weapons Dungeon
86% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: WINGLAY
Windows
Roguelike-ish Action Game/180 Weapons in total. The dungeon floors are chosen randomly from more than 100 stages. Collect the lost Weapons and challenge the Bosses. You will lose your Level and Weapons when you get defeated in the dungeon.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #18 Boom Squad
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PVP Studio
Windows
Boom Squad is a multiplayer 3rd person shooter defined by realistic military weapons, with a focus on cooperative gameplay, in 5 vs 5 online multiplayer matches.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #19 Valkyrius Prime
85% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2016
Dev: Iridescent Games
Windows
Fight through countless enemies and hulking bosses in this indie shoot-'em-up! Teleport to dodge enemy fire, then counter with an assortment of powerful weapons. Valkyrius Prime features all new character art and story, plus many more improvements over the original.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #20 Trial of the Towers
83% matchMostly Positive79% of 38 reviews2019
Dev: William Wofford
Windows
Confront the Trial of the Towers in this short-and-sweet retro-3D boss rush, inspired by action RPGs and classic games from the '90s. Defeat the bosses and overcome the Trial, no matter how many tries it takes.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #21 Heckpoint
84% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: Nodacoy GamesPub: Rooster Republic LLC
Windows
Heckpoint is a frenetic side-scrolling shoot 'em up where everything and everyone is destructible (especially you). Explore seven worlds as any of 12 characters, each with a unique backstory and abilities. Collect strange matter to upgrade and unlock over 70 weapons and powers.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #22 Mech Anarchy
84% matchMostly Positive70% of 20 reviews2016
Dev: Trevor Madge
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Mech Anarchy is an action packed, fast-paced top down shooter created by intense gamers, for intense gamers. Arcade style shooting with near limitless customization makes no two battles alike.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #23 Trigger Finger
82% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: Monarchy Media, LLC
Windows
Journey back to the nostalgic time of the 1980’s and then step into the future of video games. Based on the "futuristic" arcade games of the 80’s and 90’s, Trigger Finger is a virtual reality game meant to test your reflexes while giving you a sense for a time that some of us weren’t alive for.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #24 Dashbot Ninja
78% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: Trio QueuePub: Kajak Games
Windows
Slice the robots from evil corporations and dash your way trough their offices!
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #25 Zaba The Frog
81% match9 user reviews67% of 9 reviews2017
Dev: gameko-studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Zaba The Frog is a 2D platformer game focused on quick and challenging gameplay. Your job as a player, is to help not very smart, lazy frog. Goal of each level is to collect enough flies and reach the exit portal. Be aware that as frog eats, it’s becoming bigger and it’s easier to die.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #26 Hostile Dimension
82% matchMixed44% of 27 reviews2015
Dev: Alrauna StudiosPub: Play sp. z o. o.
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Defend your space flagship from hordes of alien fighters.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #27 InkSplosion
79% matchMixed68% of 28 reviews2018
Dev: Petite GamesPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Why should war be hell when it could be fun? Enter InkSplosion, a single screen twin-stick shooter, where the only real enemy is beating your previous high-score!
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #28 Mall Mayhem
79% matchMixed60% of 15 reviews2017
Dev: Titanium Game Studios
Windows
Mall Mayhem is a game with one very simple goal: destroy the mall. How you do it is up to you. In your arsenal is a variety of abilities perfect for the job. Almost every object in every mall can be destroyed so your destructive spree won't end anytime soon. Watch out for shoppers!
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #29 Mayhem ZX
77% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2017
Dev: Numb Thumb Studios
Windows
SMASH and BLAST your way through your enemies in this excitingly fast paced Multiplayer Run-N-Gun Action Platformer! With a full 360 Degree Firing Radius you'll be able to Run, Skid, Slide and Wall Jump around the environment all while OBLITERATING the competition!
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #30 Tekling
77% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2018
Dev: nP StudiosPub: nonPareil Institute
Windows
Become a robot, save the world. Jump and dodge your way through 70+ levels of frenetic gameplay in the same vein of super meet boy and megaman. Collect the orbs to transform from frail human into mighty Tekling, defender of the innocent and enemy to exploding barrels everywhere.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #31 Networm
78% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2015
Dev: Cuddly Zombie Games
Windows
Networm is the debut title from Cuddly Zombie Games - A retro-themed hacking game inspired by 80's sci-fi films and the card game "Netrunner".
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #32 Vectonic
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2017
Dev: @YearOfTheBob
Windows · Mac
Jumping, zooming and stomping in a neon demo-derby.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #33 Color Guardians
76% matchPositive89% of 28 reviews2015
Dev: Fair Play LabsPub: Niffler Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Color Guardians is an exciting fast action side scrolling game that combines quick thinking with frantic gameplay into a hard to master challenge! Switching colors and collecting items, all while avoiding obstacles will surely test your reflexes!
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #34 Platypus Reclayed
54% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 683 reviews2025
Dev: Claymatic Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
22 years after its first appearance, the iconic Platypus is coming back, featuring updated gameplay, new weapons and additional content. Get ready to dive into the heart-pounding action of this fast, frantic, and incredibly fun arcade-style shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Action 58.5%, Indie 41.5%
- #35 Retro Rocket Robot
74% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Johannes NoakPub: Matrix Soup
Windows
Retro fly & slide game inspired from the past.
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #36 Dreamblaster
74% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2017
Dev: Odamir KhaulepiPub: Khaulepi
Windows
Think Asteroids on...blasteroids? It's an oldschool, multi-directional shooter with attitude!
Why similar: Action 59.9%, Indie 40.1%
- #37 Kill The Moon
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Pirate Software
Windows
Kill The Moon is an action packed, rogue-lite, run and gun with randomized levels and tons of wacky powers.
Why similar: Action 59.8%, Indie 40.2%
- #38 A Bloody Night
72% matchVery Positive81% of 107 reviews2017
Dev: Elder Leaf Studio
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A Bloody Night is a fast action game where the goal is to tear apart all the enemies you encounter in your way. Let yourself be guided by your killing spree and your thirst for revenge. Become the nightmare of your enemies. No one can stop you... Make your way with ferocity through your opponents!
Why similar: Action 59.8%, Indie 40.2%
- #39 The Fox's Way Home
54% matchVery Positive89% of 192 reviews2024
Dev: BeXide Inc.
Windows · Mac
Before you know it, you find yourself in the realm between the hidden world and the real world. Rely on the guidance of the Fox Shrine Maiden who lives there, and escape from the otherworld!
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #40 Recession
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2017
Dev: Super Strong Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Recession is a 4v1 cop vs. robbers multiplayer shooter. Four robbers attempt to rob a bank full of money bags while a single cop with heavy armor and weapons tries to take all 4 down before they can escape with the cash.
Why similar: Action 59.8%, Indie 40.2%
- #41 Paradox Wrench
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 43 reviews2018
Dev: David Mulder
Windows
Paradox Wrench is a first person puzzle game. You have agreed to be part of an undisclosed experiment. You will be equipped with a special weapon-like tool. This tool has the ability to switch the physical dimension of certain objects, as well as your own.
Why similar: Action 59.8%, Indie 40.2%
- #42 Cozy Sanctuary
54% matchPositive100% of 42 reviews2026
Dev: OverPowered TeamPub: Isolated Games Publishing
Windows
Cozy Sanctuary is a relaxing pet simulation game where you care for adorable animals living at the bottom of your screen. Grow their food, and keep them happy and fed to attract even more furry friends! They'll stay out of your way while you work or study, but don't forget to give them attention!
- #43 Veterum
53% matchVery Positive92% of 157 reviews2025
Dev: Crasleen Games
Windows · Linux
Turn-based tactical strategy with a detailed combat system and interactive environment. Explore the open world, complete quests, search for rare artifacts. Lead the last army of the Order of the Gatekeepers and stop the coming chaos!
- #44 Crash Dummy
71% matchMostly Negative37% of 19 reviews2019
Dev: Twelve GamesPub: Funbox Media Ltd
Windows · Mac · Linux
A challenging 2D platformer with numerous and pure mechanics to keep you interested throughout its unique adventure. Blast, burn, freeze your way through a story-driven adventure with a unique set of endearing characters. Jump long distances and do wall-runs for some stylish ninja action.
Why similar: Action 59.8%, Indie 40.2%
- #45 GESTALT: The Fifth Day
54% matchVery Positive94% of 142 reviews2024
Dev: KINJAKOPub: 072 Project
Windows
Wickeina 'Wicke' Gestalt lives in a haunted house. Trying to balance the stresses of life with the horrors of her home, play through a point-and-click psychological horror and multiple scenarios, where success and failure both progress the narrative of her story.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #46 Smells Like a Mushroom
54% matchPositive85% of 33 reviews2024
Dev: Red Limb StudioPub: Destructive Creations
Windows
Boomer jokes ✅ Vegetable puns ✅ Strange characters ✅ Join the Aveggers to fight through the solar system in a dynamic third-person platformer shooter and defeat the alien mushroom invasion. 99% silly, 100% vegan!
Why similar: Action 62.9%, Indie 37.1%
- #47 The Dark Cave
54% matchVery Positive83% of 76 reviews2024
Dev: Leaves GamesPub: 2P Games
Windows
Every move you make counts in this gritty turn-based game! Fight against foes in opposite 3x3 grid boards. Plan ahead of your enemies’ attacks and carefully choose your moves: running out of moves will cost you health, but enemies will always keep coming. How deep can you get into The Dark Cave?
- #48 Hauntsters
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2015
Dev: Shark Tree Studios
Windows
Hauntsters is a 2D battle game in which up to 4 players compete for victory in a spooky arena. Each player chooses their character from a selection of 12 supernatural entities, using their unique abilities and combos to win the fight. Compete in a chaotic free-for-all or team up with a friend for a combo-centric 2 v 2 team battle.
Why similar: Action 59.8%, Indie 40.2%
- #49 Survivor Mercs
54% matchMostly Positive74% of 176 reviews2026
Dev: Wolpertinger GamesPub: Wandering Wizard
Windows
Purge the billionaires' robot army with your Merc squad! Fast-paced twin-stick action, frantic horde survival, tactical squad-building & tons of loot! Exploit game-breaking synergies to beat the M.E.G.A. Corp. bosses in ever-changing operations. Lock, load, and loot, Commander!
Why similar: Action 100%
- #50 Voidsayer
54% matchMixed68% of 110 reviews2025
Dev: Pavel AuseitasauPub: indie.io
Windows
The world has fallen into darkness, cursed by the Abyss. You are one of the many hapless survivors at risk of being consumed. Unlike others, you have a chance to fight back. Voidsayer is a dark monster tamer jRPG. Assemble your monster team, take on eldritch horrors, and return hope to the world.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #51 Gobernators (Parodia política peruana)
70% matchVery Positive81% of 108 reviews2016
Dev: Elcaelum
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Un absurdo plataformas de disparos 2.5D inspirado en lo absurdo de las elecciones presidenciales peruanas.
Why similar: Action 59.8%, Indie 40.2%
- #52 Stick It!
52% matchPositive98% of 41 reviews2024
Dev: Jovial StudiosPub: indie.io
Windows
Swing, spin, and launch your way to victory in Stick It!, a fast-paced physics-based platformer where angular momentum is your greatest tool. Master the art of movement, conquer dynamic environments, and challenge your friends in chaotic multiplayer races to the top!
- #53 Coffee Please
53% matchMostly Positive75% of 90 reviews2024
Dev: NepixPub: OneTwoPlay
Windows
Become a cozy coffee shop owner. Manage inventory, set prices, take payments, pet the cat, expand, and decorate your venue to build the best coffee house. Enjoy the charm of a heartwarming cafe simulator!
- #54 Xenosensory
50% matchVery Positive94% of 158 reviews2025
Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
Windows
Xenosensory is a short incremental game with horror themes. Use your cursor to bust Xenos and save convicts then spend your research points on skill tree upgrades, actions, gadgets, and uncover the true horrifying nature of this space station nightmare.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #55 Trajes Fatais: Suits of Fate
62% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Onanim Studio
Windows
Trajes Fatais: Suits of Fate is a game totally hand-drawn in the classic technique of pixel art. Its creators are passionate about classic arcades of the 1990s like The King of Fighters, Street Fighter and Guity Gear.
Why similar: Action 59.8%, Indie 40.2%
- #56 Songs of Yummy
53% matchMostly Positive75% of 112 reviews2025
Dev: DreamStepPub: Anotherindie
Windows
Songs of Yummy is a cozy and idle game. Food is scarce in the army, and you play Jia Xu and Cheng Yu, ordered to prepare for our army supplies. You will use every means to make everything in the world into military food.
Why similar: Indie 100%
- #57 Heroes Of Loot: Gauntlet Of Power
53% matchVery Positive84% of 70 reviews2024
Dev: Orangepixel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Mount and upgrade your weapons into special combos in this randomly generated action RPG shooter. Mow down thousands of dungeon dwelling creatures and survive as you descend deeper into the dungeon! Unlock items, complete quests, and find all the secrets to help you reach the boss of bosses!
Why similar: Action 60.6%, Indie 39.4%