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  1. #1 Undead Blackout: Reanimated Edition
    97% match5 user reviews20% of 5 reviews2017
    Dev: 4MB Interactive Ltd
    Windows

    If classic top-down shooter Loaded was merged in a lab with Resident Evil you might get something like Undead Blackout: Reanimated Edition. Reimagined and rebuilt from the ground up with the latest version of Unreal Engine 4, this is a frantic, unrelenting and supremely challenging shooter.

    Why similar: Split Screen 17.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 12.1%, Zombies 10.1%, Local Co-Op 7%

  2. #2 Renegade Ops
    96% matchVery Positive85% of 2,839 reviews2011
    Dev: Avalanche StudiosPub: SEGA
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 51%

    Blast your way through enemy lines to defeat Inferno, a madman intent on global domination. Destruction just got awesome.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.9%, Local Co-Op 16.1%, Split Screen 10.3%, Co-op 9.8%, Top-Down 7.8%

  3. #3 Audacity
    96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Catastrophe Games LLC
    Windows

    Grab your friends and escape Auda City, which has come under attack from the living dead. Bullet hell meets zombies, do you have the Audacity to survive?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.3%, 4 Player Local 9.6%, Zombies 9.1%

  4. #4 SCHAR: Blue Shield Alliance
    95% matchMixed57% of 30 reviews2015
    Dev: Brainshape GamesPub: BA Productions LLC
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    SCHAR: Blue Shield Alliance is a cooperative twin-stick shooter that features a variety of complementing ship classes to choose from. Upgrade your ships, defeat hundreds of enemies, save the galaxy all with some friends from the comfort of your couch.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.2%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, 4 Player Local 13.9%, Top-Down Shooter 10.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.7%

  5. #5 Final Days
    94% matchVery Positive89% of 105 reviews2018
    Dev: +7 Software
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Survive overwhelming hordes of zombie-like mutants in this chaotic co-op twin-stick shooter. Play solo or team up with up to 16 players as hundreds of enemies flood the screen in a relentless fight to hold the line.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 15.3%, Zombies 12.4%, Split Screen 11.7%, Top-Down Shooter 11.2%, Local Co-Op 10.8%

  6. #6 Dimension Drive
    94% matchVery Positive80% of 106 reviews2017
    Dev: 2Awesome Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    This intense space shoot ’em up challenges you to fight across two battlefields on one splitscreen. Instantly switch between them to dodge waves of bullets, reach secret areas, or surprise your enemies. Play solo or turn it up to 11 with a local co-op partner.

    Why similar: Split Screen 21.7%, Local Co-Op 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Top-Down Shooter 10%

  7. #7 Tiny Troopers: Global Ops
    93% matchMixed54% of 70 reviews2023
    Dev: Epiphany GamesPub: Wired Productions
    Windows

    Attention! Tiny Troopers: Global Ops is a fast-paced arcade twin-stick shooter in which you lead an elite squad of Tiny Troopers on action-packed missions to take down hordes of unscrupulous enemies from all corners of the world!

    Why similar: Split Screen 18.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 17.6%, Top-Down Shooter 12.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.2%, Local Co-Op 11.8%

  8. #8 Crimsonland
    91% matchVery Positive93% of 3,083 reviews2014
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Thousands of aliens, giant spiders, mutant lizards, and more are on the attack - can you survive the onslaught? Crimsonland is a top-down shooter with a touch of RPG. Unlock over 30 weapons and over 50 perks from quirky to brutal. Complete the quest and show your skills in five survival modes.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18.4%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Shooter 8.7%, Top-Down 8.4%

  9. #9 SKIRMISH
    90% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2023
    Dev: Bullet Giraffe
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Destroy your friends in SKIRMISH! This Local-Multiplayer Top-Down Space Shooter is a blast! Be the last ship in one piece to be victorious!

    Why similar: Split Screen 17.3%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, 4 Player Local 13.6%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12.6%

  10. #10 Mazepocalypse
    89% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
    Dev: Gibbous Pig Games
    Windows

    Choose your character and shoot through zombies in this retro dot-collecting maze arcade game for 1-4 players! Featuring multiple ways to play, tackle one of the game's 6 unique scenarios in Campaign mode, or shoot for the hi-score in Arcade mode!

    Why similar: Zombies 15.6%, 4 Player Local 15.6%, Local Co-Op 14.6%, Survival Horror 14.2%, Local Multiplayer 13.9%

  11. #11 Solstice Chronicles: MIA
    89% matchMostly Positive74% of 313 reviews2017
    Dev: Ironward
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    In this 2-player twin-stick shooter, use a friendly drone for a game-changing abilities. Survive waves, upgrade, and uncover the mystery in this cooperative, action-packed experience.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.3%, Local Co-Op 16.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Zombies 13.1%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%

  12. #12 Rail Fights
    87% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2026
    Dev: Korner Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A fast-paced one-screen arcade shooter built for chaotic couch party matches and score-driven survival runs. Ride the rail, bump and total opponents solo or in teams with friends, or push your limits against ever-stronger AI in endless, leaderboard-focused challenges.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 17%, 4 Player Local 16.2%, Local Multiplayer 15.3%, Score Attack 11.4%, Top-Down Shooter 9.3%

  13. #13 The Last Stand at Camp Zombie
    86% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2024
    Dev: Sweet Dreams Studio
    Windows

    Face hungry zombies and explore the hidden secrets of the campsite while working together with a friend in local multiplayer. The tension is high and every bullet counts - will you be able to survive until you escape?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.5%, Local Co-Op 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Zombies 11.4%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%

  14. #14 Gimme Space Battle
    88% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: François ProvansalPub: Lotus Game
    Windows

    It’s intergalactic chaos right on your couch. Up to 8 players, a single keyboard, and an arena where your ships face off in an explosive ballet. Here, you don’t pilot: you shoot and hope that’s enough to stay alive. Spoiler: it won’t be enough.

    Why similar: Split Screen 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, Local Multiplayer 12.9%, 4 Player Local 12.6%

  15. #15 Sun Warriors
    86% matchMixed46% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: Angry AvocadoPub: ESAT
    Windows

    SUN WARRIORS is a frantic, hardcore, cooperative, twin stick shooter. The Moon Goddess, Aysel, is invading our world with a horde of creatures from the dark. As a son of the Sun God Naol, use the power of light to blast all enemies and stop the corruption that is invading our land.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18.7%, 4 Player Local 14.6%, Local Co-Op 14.1%, Local Multiplayer 11.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%

  16. #16 Crystal Comet
    84% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: RewdanSprites
    Windows

    An old-school chaotic twin stick space shoot em' up. You are not the hero - you're part of a squad! - Play single player with the AI or drop in / drop out local co-op!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.1%, Split Screen 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Score Attack 9.3%, 4 Player Local 7.8%

  17. #17 It came from space and ate our brains
    84% matchMostly Positive80% of 518 reviews2015
    Dev: Triangle Studios
    Windows
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    It came from space and ate our brains is a unique Arcade top-down shooter. Looking for addicting gameplay, four-player co-op mode, and tons of aliens to send into oblivion? You’ve come to the right place!

    Why similar: Split Screen 17.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 16.5%, 4 Player Local 12.4%, Local Co-Op 12.2%, Top-Down Shooter 11.8%

  18. #18 Circuit Breakers
    85% matchMixed58% of 116 reviews2015
    Dev: Triverske
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Talented and ferocious weapon experts needed to eliminate a dangerous mechanical menace that threatens the existence of humanity. Up to six positions available. Benefits include traveling the world to eliminate robots.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, 4 Player Local 9.8%, Score Attack 8.9%

  19. #19 Too Many Zombies!
    83% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Derin
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Survive the zombie world with your colleague. It's pretty simple. Shoot, build and craft. That's it! The most important thing to survive is cooperation. Probably.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24%, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Zombies 11.9%, 4 Player Local 11.8%, Local Co-Op 10.8%

  20. #20 Office Outbreak Savior
    81% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Creaky Door Studios
    Windows

    The office is under zombie attack! Recruit coworkers and survive the outbreak.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Zombies 19.3%, Horror 8.1%, Shooter 7%

  21. #21 Iron Fisticle
    81% matchVery Positive84% of 513 reviews2014
    Dev: Confused PelicanPub: Curve Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A modern take on the classic arcade arena shooter. Taking inspiration from an entire generation of action games, Iron Fisticle builds on classic titles like Gauntlet and Robotron while adding over 100 collectible items, an RPG style upgrade system and local multiplayer.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.5%, Local Co-Op 20.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Zombies 11.3%

  22. #22 Legacy Of Evil
    78% matchVery Positive91% of 55 reviews2025
    Dev: Uruca Game StudioPub: GoGo Games Interactive
    Windows

    Join legendary RPG heroes in 'Legacy of Evil,' a classic arcade Shoot 'em Up. Battle the sinister Dravlo Stradinic and his dark forces. Upgrade your heroes and face terrifying bosses. Can you defeat the vampire and save Stygia?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18.8%, Local Co-Op 13.6%, Top-Down Shooter 13%, Zombies 12%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.9%

  23. #23 Rumble
    82% matchMixed50% of 38 reviews2015
    Dev: Overflow
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Rumble is a fast Arena Brawler. Throw rocks to stun and spears to kill, dash to avoid incoming hazards and be the last man standing.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18.3%, 4 Player Local 17.1%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%

  24. #24 Devileader
    80% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2021
    Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    Devileader, a fearsome space demon who once have destroyed countless planets of the solar system is about to be resurrected by his minions and fanatics, who want to bring chaos to the universe. Pilot the agile space interceptor Deviship and survive the terror of this demon lord.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Demons 12.1%, Score Attack 8.6%

  25. #25 Gunnheim
    82% matchMostly Negative40% of 337 reviews2015
    Dev: SIEIDI Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Dish out carnage of hellish proportions in Gunnheim, a top-down co-op shooter where the equation is simple: Vikings + Guns = Mayhem!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.6%, Co-op 11.8%, 4 Player Local 11.4%, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Top-Down Shooter 10%

  26. #26 Asteroids 44 (For Four)
    79% matchPositive92% of 24 reviews2020
    Dev: Grzegorz Korycki
    Windows

    Remake of one of the oldest arcade classics. Challenge yourself and advance through the levels filled with asteroids, power-ups and virtual bitcoins, that you can spend in the shop to get ready for what's coming. Get your friends and share the adventure together in co-op mode!

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.6%, Co-op 13.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, 4 Player Local 12.3%, Score Attack 8.9%

  27. #27 TDS - War Games
    79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Joseph Alban
    Windows

    TDS - War Games is a fast paced, local 2-4 player split-screen shooter where you and your friends competitively combat each other over the objective set. Customize your player loadout, choose an arena, setup a game-mode and start battling. Only the merciless will claim victory.

    Why similar: 4 Player Local 22.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.4%, Local Multiplayer 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.9%, Split Screen 14.6%

  28. #28 GyroGunner
    78% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2023
    Dev: H.T.Project Games
    Windows

    An omnidirectional scrolling twin-stick shooter with pixel art reminiscent of the 80's.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Score Attack 10.5%, Shooter 8.7%

  29. #29 Until the Last Plane 1942
    77% matchPositive84% of 38 reviews2025
    Dev: CarloC
    Windows

    In Until the Last Plane 1942 you control two airplanes simultaneously. A short game that delivers a relaxed alternative to the usual shoot'em ups. Singleplayer or local co-op.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Score Attack 12.5%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%

  30. #30 Exanimate
    77% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: CodeCabanaGames
    Windows

    Exanimate is a 1-4 player co-op survival game where you face off against never-ending legions of Zeds and their innumerable variations in a valiant attempt to escape with your lives, your riches and your highest possible scores! How long can you hold out against the Exanimate?

    Why similar: Split Screen 25.4%, Local Co-Op 17.2%, Zombies 14.9%, 4 Player Local 14.3%, Co-op 9.8%

  31. #31 Nation Red
    76% matchVery Positive88% of 2,776 reviews2009
    Dev: DiezelPower
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Nation Red is an ultra fast infinite play arena-based shooter providing an exceptional close-quarter battlefield experience. Fight thousands of zombie mutants and their bosses in frantic bloody gameplay while earning close to 100 perks. Fight in Barricade, Survival or Free Play mode.

    Why similar: Zombies 32.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 13.6%, Local Co-Op 10%, 4 Player Local 6.2%

  32. #32 Hellcrackers
    74% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
    Dev: Balazs Maczak
    Windows

    Hellcrackers is a survivors-like you can play solo or with up to 8 friends locally. Fight waves of monsters, and buy upgrades from the coins you collect! If you are a few coins short you can always accept curses for some extra cash!

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.3%, Local Multiplayer 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Shooter 8.2%

  33. #33 Topspace
    75% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
    Dev: Topspace Crew
    Windows

    A topdown bullet hell game where you control a spaceship and fight waves of asteroids and enemy spaceships.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Local Multiplayer 18.6%, Score Attack 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Shooter 7.7%

  34. #34 Death Carnival
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Furyion Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Get ready for Death Carnival. Intense Top-Down Shooter with multi-elevation combat. Easy to start, thrilling to watch. Over a dozen characters with unique attacks and story. Adrenaline-fueled combat in singleplayer, online co-op, or competitive PvP.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.1%, Local Multiplayer 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Co-op 10.8%

  35. #35 Exterminate Zombies: Get Paid
    74% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: EZGP Team
    Windows

    Exterminate zombies in style with up to 4 players in this action packed co-op top-down shooter.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Zombies 18.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.5%, Co-op 12.1%, Shooter 9.7%

  36. #36 Eigengrau
    72% matchVery Positive100% of 88 reviews2023
    Dev: Martin Mauersics
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Score Attack 13.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 11.9%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, Top-Down Shooter 9.1%

  37. #37 Newtonia
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Metonymous
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A retro 2D top-down space-shooter.

    Why similar: Split Screen 32.2%, Local Multiplayer 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Arcade 9.8%

  38. #38 KosmoSquad
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
    Dev: FlatRedBall, LLCPub: Narfox LLC
    Windows

    KosmoSquad is a twin-stick arena shooter where you survive as long as you can against an ever-increasing hoard of enemies. Fight alone or with up to three friends and collect star multipliers to maximize your high score. Use your score points to purchase upgrades for your ship and try again!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.8%, 4 Player Local 17.1%, Local Co-Op 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Co-op 10.4%

  39. #39 Spudtoon - Born To Peel
    71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: simon EmmsPub: Retrope Studios
    Windows

    Spudtoon : Born to Peel is a ridiculous, root-powered 2.5D twin-stick shooter roguelike where heroic potatoes rise up against their crunchy carrot overlords. No two runs are the same. No carrot is safe. You were born to peel

    Why similar: Split Screen 20%, Twin Stick Shooter 18.7%, 4 Player Local 14.4%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%

  40. #40 Scientific Shutdown
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Define Logic Studios
    Windows

    Scientific Shutdown is a top-down arcade shooter in which you find yourself kidnapped by Dr Hans Trottelstein, the mad scientist, to test the deadliness of his latest batch of rock monsters. With help from up to three friends, how many simulated environments can YOU survive?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Local Co-Op 11%, Score Attack 10.9%, Shooter 8.3%

  41. #41 Acid Web
    71% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
    Dev: Text Garden
    Windows · Linux

    Challenge your reflexes and defend your web from an onslaught of strange creatures to the beat of a dynamic, generative acid techno soundtrack in this all-nonsense arcade-style twin stick shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 7.5%

  42. #42 Bullets & Brains
    69% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2025
    Dev: Ajvar StudioPub: No Gravity Games
    Windows

    Bullets & Brains is an adrenaline-pumping arcade top-down 3D shooter set in a post-apocalyptic world overrun by brain-hungry hordes of zombies. Prepare yourself for an intense battle against the never-ending onslaught of the undead.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Zombies 16.5%, Co-op 11.5%, Local Co-Op 11.5%

  43. #43 Sky Force Reloaded
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 2,659 reviews2017
    Dev: Infinite Dreams
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Local Co-Op 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Local Multiplayer 13%, Score Attack 10.2%

  44. #44 Assault Android Cactus+
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 2,000 reviews2015
    Dev: Witch Beam
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, 4 Player Local 13.1%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Local Multiplayer 9.4%

  45. #45 Evil Rises
    73% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Identity Colon
    Windows

    Evil Rises is a round based top-down-shooter survival horror game, taking place in a collapsing, infested world. Get to the highest round and save earth from the oncoming hordes.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 16.7%, Demons 15.7%, Zombies 14.9%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%, Score Attack 9.4%

  46. #46 #KILLALLZOMBIES
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 314 reviews2016
    Dev: Fortell Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 48.8 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    #KILLALLZOMBIES is an insane twin-stick zombie shooter with Twitch streaming interactions, where you survive hordes of zombies on a dynamically changing arena and spectators may affect gameplay via special Twitch chat commands.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.7%, Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Local Co-Op 13.1%, Co-op 11.2%

  47. #47 Ballistic Tanks
    70% matchVery Positive82% of 244 reviews2016
    Dev: Kirklight Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Ballistic Tanks is the best tank game you've played since the 80's. Battle in exhilarating local multiplayer, or challenge yourself in an intense solo/co-op arcade mode. Play 5 game modes in over 50 maps; and destroy your enemies in a frenzy of bullets, lasers, and explosions!

    Why similar: 4 Player Local 17.3%, Local Co-Op 17%, Twin Stick Shooter 14.4%, Local Multiplayer 12.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.8%

  48. #48 Dead Rails
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: RedZip Studios
    Windows

    Dead Rails is an intense, cooperative, twin stick shooter. In a world where humanity has come to rely on rail roads and train stations for transportation of supply, players must work together to progress through the railroad, and get as far as possible through each train shelter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.1%, 4 Player Local 17.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Zombies 14.3%, Co-op 11.7%

  49. #49 When It Hits the Fan
    69% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2017
    Dev: Heartfelt Games LLC
    Windows

    When It Hits the Fan is a 2d action arcade top-down shooter for PC and arcade involving four apocalyptic events at once: zombie outbreak, robot AI takeover, demon incursion, and alien invasion!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.4%, Local Co-Op 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Local Multiplayer 14.8%, Top-Down 8.3%

  50. #50 Shwip
    68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: Jamhammer Games Inc.
    Windows · Mac

    Dominate global leaderboards as you face an unrelenting geometric force. Shwip blends twin-stick arcade action with tight controls, jaw-dropping pixel destruction, and devastating weapons and abilities. Evade, outlast, and play with style in four game modes, both solo and local multiplayer.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.9%, 4 Player Local 14.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Local Multiplayer 14.1%

  51. #51 Counter Agents
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 161 reviews2016
    Dev: James MontgomeryPub: Counter_Agents_Team
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 39%

    Counter Agents is a spy-themed, head-to-head multiplayer game where your objective is to sneak around guards, steal the briefcase, and make it to an exit point before your opponent!

    Why similar: Split Screen 23.1%, 4 Player Local 15.3%, Local Co-Op 15%, Local Multiplayer 14.9%, Top-Down Shooter 10.8%

  52. #52 Sea of Beasts
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Welcome Back Games
    Windows

    SEA OF BEASTS is a CHAOTIC LOCAL multiplayer action game for 1-4 players. TEAM UP or COMPETE as little penguins while surviving the ferocious beasts of the sea! SURVIVE MONSTERS, CONQUER FLAGS, and UNLEACH CHAOS!

    Why similar: Split Screen 20.2%, Local Co-Op 19.9%, 4 Player Local 18.6%, Local Multiplayer 18.2%, Co-op 13.5%

  53. #53 Orbital Overdrive
    64% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
    Dev: Horsefly GamesPub: Coyote Time Publishing
    Windows

    A roguelite twin-stick arena shooter where your score IS your currency. Blast through enemy waves, then spend your hard-earned points on weapons and upgrades, or bank them as XP to power up permanently. Hundreds of builds. One more run.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Local Co-Op 11.7%, Score Attack 9.9%, Local Multiplayer 9.8%

  54. #54 Horror Royale
    65% matchMixed70% of 73 reviews2025
    Dev: Ben Wade
    Windows

    Horror Royale is an online and local multiplayer horror game. Communicate with your friends using proximity chat (but not so loud that the monsters can hear) and use items and your environment to avoid the monsters and survive. Now with mods; discover player-made monsters, human skins and maps.

    Why similar: Split Screen 22.5%, 4 Player Local 19%, Local Co-Op 15%, Local Multiplayer 12.7%, Psychological Horror 9.5%

  55. #55 Superstition BlackCat
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LUDO Thinking
    Windows

    A roguelite where superstitions take shape as items! Face enemies, collect drops with negative effects that can be traded for advantages. Explore always different rooms, with challenges inspired by beliefs that make us think twice before taking a risk.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Local Co-Op 16.2%, Local Multiplayer 11.7%, Co-op 10%

  56. #56 Rocket Wars
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 95 reviews2017
    Dev: Rooftop Panda
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 99%

    Fast-paced local multi-player game packed with action. Destroy your friends with all sorts of different weapons and power-ups across multiple game modes!

    Why similar: 4 Player Local 18.4%, Split Screen 16.5%, Local Multiplayer 14.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%

  57. #57 A Quiver of Crows
    67% matchMostly Positive71% of 51 reviews2016
    Dev: Sheado.net
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    A twin-stick shmup set in a grim world cursed by demons and ghouls.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.6%, Local Co-Op 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Local Multiplayer 12.1%, Demons 11.1%

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