- #1 NAOKI
97% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: 3T Games
Windows
Naoki is an arcade platform game.help our hero to save his friends captured by a demon
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.3%, Action 21.4%, Arcade 20.3%, 1990's 18.3%, 2D 6.6%
- #2 Burning Wall
96% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Nerd With Dogs
Windows
The burning wall is behind you and you will not let go, try to reach the exit by showing skill and accumulating wealth.
Why similar: Side Scroller 45%, Arcade 23.7%, Action 20.7%, 2D 8.4%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #3 HORGIHUGH with FRIENDS
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: mebius.
Windows
The game is now available as “HORGIHUGH,” a shooting game that has been well received for its package illustrations by KOU, an illustrator who has worked on the “Shanti” series and other games, and for its serious theme and authentic level design, despite its cute retro dot-picture appearance.
Why similar: Side Scroller 33.4%, 1990's 25.6%, Action 23.3%, 2D 7.3%, Casual 7.1%
- #4 Torico's b-day gift hunt
95% match7 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: Soomka Games
Windows
Torico's b-day gift hunt - Toriko slept peacefully, looking forward to the upcoming party on her birthday, but bad luck - all the gifts were stolen! Restore justice and return the gifts to their place in this game inspired by the classic platformers of the 90s!
Why similar: Side Scroller 37.8%, Arcade 25.3%, Action 23%, 2D 8.4%, Indie 3%
- #5 JBomb
94% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Simone Di Berardino
Windows
JBomb is an action-strategy game that combines elements of adventure, puzzles, and online cooperation. It offers players a diverse and engaging experience, featuring two main modes and a PvP option for direct competition.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.2%, Action 21.4%, Arcade 20.1%, 1990's 18.7%, 2D 6.6%
- #6 Sorcerer Knights
94% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: 4WayStudio
Windows
Fight terrible enemies through a varied fantasy world.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.1%, 1990's 22.6%, Arcade 19.4%, Action 19%, 2D 6.7%
- #7 Torico's mine quest!
93% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Soomka Games
Windows
Clean up the mine and uncover its secrets in this game inspired by classic 90s platformers!
Why similar: Side Scroller 37.6%, Arcade 25.3%, Action 23.6%, 2D 8.3%, Indie 2.8%
- #8 ACCELERATE ZONE
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: mdkgames
Windows
FULL-THROTTLE STG "ACCELERATE ZONE". This is an action shooting game where the faster you go, the better your strategy. It's okay to take your time and go at your own pace.
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.6%, Arcade 23.4%, Action 22.3%, 1990's 15.3%, Casual 6.4%
- #9 Time Escape : A Prototype
91% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Zachary R Kwiatkowski
Windows
A side-scrolling, obstacle jumping game including Twitch integration, achievements, and character customization.
Why similar: Side Scroller 40.8%, Action 29.1%, Arcade 27.4%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #10 Electrodash
92% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: EODE studio
Windows
Electrodash is a die & retry where you play as a cube that must reach the finish line by bouncing off walls strewn with obstacles.
Why similar: Side Scroller 42.3%, Arcade 21.6%, Action 18.1%, 2D 7.7%, Casual 7.1%
- #11 Habroxia 2
89% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2021
Dev: Lillymo Games
Windows
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.4%, Action 22.6%, Arcade 22.1%, 1990's 17.6%, 2D 6%
- #12 COMBATTRIX
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: liam frydman
Windows
A nostalgic retro Breakout game reimagined with upgrades, multiple levels, and unlockable skins. Smash bricks, collect power-ups, and enjoy classic arcade fun with a modern twist!
Why similar: 1990's 29.3%, Action 26.7%, Arcade 23.6%, 2D 8.4%, Casual 8.1%
- #13 Outworld Patrol
89% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: rainstory.games
Windows
Control a space rover as you jump to avoid obstacles on a horizontally scrolling landscape while shooting down alien ships that shoot missiles from above or charge you head on. A love letter to the first game I ever played on PC.
Why similar: Side Scroller 40.3%, Action 28.4%, Arcade 27%, Indie 2.4%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #14 Mobile Police Officer EARTH Gumble
88% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: manekineco games
Windows
■Side-scrolling belt-scrolling exhilarating action game A very, very, very difficult berserk game in which the player tries to defeat the last boss with no recovery of energy at all!
Why similar: Side Scroller 41.1%, Action 29.4%, Arcade 27.6%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #15 Xargon Remake Ep.3
87% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: J.Xargon
Windows
A remake of the classic 1993 DOS video game Xargon.
Why similar: 1990's 30.2%, Action 28.5%, Arcade 27.3%, 2D 8.7%, Indie 3.4%
- #16 Rope Guy
86% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: GrubItGames
Windows
Rope Guy - A platformer game where you tie two different objects with a rope and teleport them between each other. Pass levels by collecting keys to doors using unique mechanics and solving difficult puzzles.
Why similar: Side Scroller 47.9%, Arcade 23.7%, Action 10%, 2D 8.4%, Casual 4.1%
- #17 Colony 28
85% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: 5th DimensionPub: Jindřich Skeldal
Windows
Colony 28 is a raw piece of Czech gaming history. Step into the circuits of a malfunctioning android, defy your alien masters, and fight for humanity's remnants across 8 sprawling levels. Experience an authentic 90s sci-fi classic in its original Czech version.
Why similar: 1990's 31.4%, Action 29.7%, Arcade 27.9%, 2D 9%, Singleplayer 1.9%
- #18 BAHAMIAN BEAT DOWN
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CyberFOX Game Studio
Windows · Mac
Bahamian Beat Down, a Beatemup style arcade game that takes place in The Bahamas. Take control of either Twin Dragon sibling and explore may true to life locations, items, and characters inspired by authentic Bahamian culture and history as defeat the criminal organization called The Bahama Pirates.
Why similar: Action 39.2%, Side Scroller 27.3%, Arcade 16.8%, Indie 10.2%, 2D 6.5%
- #19 Cloud Bashers DX
83% matchPositive89% of 38 reviews2021
Dev: Shattered Journal Games
Windows · Mac
So, you wanna bash some clouds huh? Go through 10 worlds each with different cloud types and a boss that's out to take you down. Bash them all with your trusty bat and take back the skies!
Why similar: Arcade 40%, Action 30.2%, 2D 13.7%, Casual 9.9%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #20 DRUNKEN BARON
84% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Florian Schäfer
Windows
DRUNKEN BARON is a fast-paced 2D arcade shooter inspired by classic flappy-style games. Keep your plane in the air by tapping the button, fly through chaotic corridors, shoot invading aliens, drop bombs, and survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.9%, Action 22.7%, Arcade 21.4%, 1990's 19.8%, 2D 5.5%
- #21 Spacewing War
82% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Pneuma GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Side Scroller 40%, Arcade 18.9%, 1990's 17.3%, Action 14.2%, 2D 6.7%
- #22 Stellar Raid
81% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Berry Patch Games
Windows
Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!
Why similar: Side Scroller 43%, Arcade 21.3%, 1990's 13.9%, Action 8.1%, 2D 7.6%
- #23 Cyberoque
82% matchMixed50% of 26 reviews2018
Dev: DnovelPub: SA Industry
Windows
The game takes place in 2215. Suddenly terrible news has come from the outskirts of the solar system: our civilization was attacked by the alien armies. A terrible war begins, humanity is surrounded, enemy space ships press the earth's army.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.9%, Action 28.1%, Arcade 15.9%, Casual 9.4%, Indie 7.1%
- #24 Dark Assassin: Trial Chambers
79% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Blaze Link
Windows
A quick and exciting action paced game, can you defeat the goblin lord?
Why similar: Side Scroller 33.2%, Action 27.7%, Arcade 24.5%, 2D 10.3%, Indie 2.3%
- #25 Block Smash
84% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: RoadToIndieGameDev
Windows
Choose your powerup, ball, and paddle and face off against a variety of blocks in this game inspired by Breakout!
Why similar: Arcade 43.7%, Action 33.7%, 2D 14.1%, Indie 4.5%, Singleplayer 3.9%
- #26 Line Change
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: GreenBranchGames
Windows
Line Change - A 2D pixel side-view game where you draw lines that become bridges from one point to another, allowing three creations to make their way to the finish.
Why similar: Side Scroller 50.1%, Arcade 26.8%, 2D 9.5%, Casual 7.2%, Indie 4.5%
- #27 GUN DOG ROCK RAPID
80% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: leimonyaPub: leimonya
Windows
Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.3%, Arcade 22.4%, 1990's 20.9%, Action 14.9%, 2D 6.8%
- #28 The Rift Rebels
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Playthrough Experience
Windows
An unknown force from a parallel reality trapped Earth’s energy in three runes. The best resistance fighters have been sent on a critical mission to destroy the runes and seal the dimensional rift.
Why similar: Side Scroller 33.9%, Arcade 22.3%, Action 21.7%, 1990's 15.5%, 2D 4.8%
- #29 暴れん坊天狗 & ZOMBIE NATION
78% matchMostly Positive76% of 21 reviews2021
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
An EXCITENGU side-scrolling shooter game to bring peace through destruction, with 2 titles x 2 modes, and useful features like Rewind and Quick Save!
Why similar: Side Scroller 42.4%, 1990's 31%, Action 24.2%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #30 Connect Far Away tale
76% matchPositive82% of 33 reviews2023
Dev: NarrativeArea
Windows
Leap to evade!! Action game!!
Why similar: Side Scroller 53.3%, Action 24.4%, 2D 10%, Casual 7.8%, Indie 2.5%
- #31 50 Pinch Barrage!!
75% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: KaeruPanda Inc.Pub: Game Studio Inc.
Windows
Shout-inducing 2D side-scrolling action! Alligators! Sharks! Zombies! Escape from a dangerous desert island! Its controls are simple but deep! Use your wit and technique to overcome perfectly balanced stages that will have you saying "Just one more try!!" as you play over and over again!
Why similar: Side Scroller 41.4%, Action 33.7%, 2D 12.4%, Singleplayer 5.2%, Casual 4.1%
- #32 Back To School
78% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Ferruccio Bosetti
Windows
Back To School is a fast-paced cartoon game where you tap to chase a runaway bus. Compete for the best time in this fun adventure!
Why similar: Side Scroller 44.7%, Arcade 29.9%, Casual 10.6%, 2D 9.7%, Indie 2.8%
- #33 Munkeyadbentour
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: blisnkrikz4
Windows
It’s probably a game about a monkey going on an adventure.
Why similar: Side Scroller 40.4%, 1990's 30.4%, Arcade 27.2%, Singleplayer 2%
- #34 Digital Janitors
74% matchPositive93% of 28 reviews2021
Dev: Tired Turtle Games
Windows
Digital Janitors is an action-packed desktop defense game where hackers have taken your employer’s network hostage, which means the player must go to each computer in the company, excise the virus, and beat the hacker threat.
Why similar: 1990's 42%, Action 21.9%, Arcade 18.3%, 2D 12.1%, Singleplayer 3%
- #35 Athena's Circus
73% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Samburger360
Windows
Dodge tomatoes, smack pipes, bounce around, and brave the highwire in this FREE compilation of my newgrounds games!
Why similar: Side Scroller 48.5%, Arcade 23.9%, Action 18.3%, 2D 7.7%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #36 Combat Medic
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gavin HallidayPub: J and G Studios
Windows
Combat Medic is a top-down 2D game where you play as a combat medic. Traverse the battlefield avoiding the hale of incoming enemy fire, make use of your medical tools and use your knowledge to save the lives of fallen soldiers before they succumb to one of their many possible injuries.
Why similar: Action 28.6%, Arcade 25.3%, 1990's 25.1%, Casual 8.7%, 2D 8.2%
- #37 SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad
77% matchMixed53% of 149 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 40%
“SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad”, the sequel to the NEOGEO fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game, returns to the missions on the Steam battlefield!
Why similar: Action 51.3%, Arcade 35.1%, 2D 13.6%
- #38 EARTH'S DAWN
75% matchMostly Positive72% of 268 reviews2016
Dev: One or Eight
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Earth’s Dawn is looming and the fate of the planet hangs in the balance! Dive into frantic side-scrolling combat and take the fight to the alien horde before destroying hulking bosses!
Why similar: Side Scroller 47.5%, Action 35.7%, Indie 8.5%, 2D 8.3%
- #39 BLOCK-CRACKER
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: DaveDaDevPub: Garrison Bros.
Windows
A Simple Game That Does What It Does.
Why similar: Arcade 28.4%, 1990's 24%, Action 20.7%, 2D 10.1%, Casual 9.6%
- #40 Freddy Farmer
70% matchPositive93% of 44 reviews2025
Dev: Catcade GamesPub: Flynn's Arcade
Windows
Freddy's daughter has been kidnapped by an evil dragon. To rescue her, he must cross the entire kingdom taking some ingredients with which to make a magic potion, but it won't be easy, they must be collected in a specific order and Freddy will have to overcome the dangers he finds in his path.
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.8%, Arcade 26.3%, 1990's 19.2%, Action 11.3%, 2D 6%
- #41 Hit Confirmed
73% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: beans rolls
Windows
Hit Confirmed is an arcade survival game and scoring.
Why similar: Side Scroller 36.2%, Action 26.4%, Arcade 26%, 2D 7.9%, Indie 2.1%
- #42 Cry Pic.
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MachiaWorks
Windows
This is a 2D action shooting game that focuses on fighting large enemies (bosses).
Why similar: Action 28%, Arcade 26.5%, 1990's 23.7%, 2D 11.1%, Indie 8%
- #43 Battle Cat vs Treacherous Mice
72% matchMixed67% of 24 reviews2021
Dev: FreeAnimals_SoftwarePub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Battle Cat is an action platformer with saws, jumps and teleports.
Why similar: Side Scroller 34.5%, Action 24.1%, Arcade 23.3%, Casual 9.3%, 2D 6.9%
- #44 Condition Red
72% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Nervtek
Windows
A space marine stranded on an overrun space station. Stay alive by outsmarting the enemy in Condition Red. Shoot, platform and solve puzzles in this action packed sci fi sidescrolling shooter.
Why similar: Side Scroller 46%, Action 33.9%, Casual 11.3%, Indie 8.8%
- #45 Static Boy
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Tristan Walter Montoya
Windows
2D Platformer Action/Adventure Game. Use space bar to jump. Use arrow keys to go left and right. Use mouse/trackpad to navigate menus. Using Xbox controller: Right joystick (up): jump. Left joystick: Left+Right.
Why similar: Side Scroller 38%, Action 28.5%, 1990's 23.6%, 2D 8.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #46 Squad Killer
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: WANZUNGDEV
Windows
You are the Squad Killer! Blast through this retro arcade experience guns blazing! Hope you brought your reflexes because this pixel art massacre offers some good old hard core button mashing fun!
Why similar: Action 23.8%, Side Scroller 23%, Arcade 22.3%, 1990's 15.8%, Casual 7.2%
- #47 Dark the Dead
68% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: FadyGames
Windows
Dark the Dead is an exciting game where you take on the role of a hidden wanderer who goes to meet an elder to receive a new task. The elder's magic coins were stolen, and your main goal is to return them.
Why similar: Side Scroller 37.2%, Action 27.3%, Arcade 27.2%, 2D 6.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #48 Burning Brick Breaker
74% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: David Bryant
Windows
A classic brick breaker game with a twist you wouldn't expect every level.
Why similar: Action 38.7%, Arcade 33.9%, 2D 12%, Casual 11.9%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #49 Awesome Puzzle
70% match6 user reviews14% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: Awesome Deveelop
Windows
Awesome Puzzle is an educational game for children in which you have to collect a picture from puzzles. The game has 12 levels, a pleasant atmosphere for children.Good music, nice graphics, mouse control, the game develops memory well.
Why similar: Side Scroller 37.1%, Arcade 26%, 1990's 17.5%, Casual 9%, 2D 6.9%
- #50 The incredible friends
71% match8 user reviews0% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: Sun & EyesPub: Astero
Windows
The Incredible Friends - Crazy platformer shooter where players must destroy all the dead at unusual levels
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.2%, Action 30.2%, Arcade 21.5%, 2D 8.3%, Indie 7.7%
- #51 Capcom Arcade 2nd Stadium
68% matchMixed68% of 1,178 reviews2022
Dev: CAPCOM Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 20.5 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Play more of your favorite arcade hits from yesteryear. Includes SONSON for free!
Why similar: Arcade 26.5%, Side Scroller 25.9%, 1990's 21.5%, Action 19%, 2D 5.7%
- #52 Mini Island: Winter
69% match3 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: MACKINN7
Windows
Mini Island: Winter is a one small hold & Gun, boss Rush mini-game of Casual difficulty!
Why similar: Side Scroller 34.2%, Action 25.7%, Arcade 22.3%, Casual 7.9%, 2D 6.8%
- #53 Habroxia
66% matchPositive97% of 32 reviews2023
Dev: Lillymo Games
Windows
Blast your way through a myriad of extra-terrestrial incursions in this arcade-style scrolling shooter! Pilot the ship Habroxia through 15 levels featuring intense boss fights, rescue missions, shifting perspectives, and untold surprises.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.3%, Arcade 22.3%, Action 21.7%, 1990's 18.4%, 2D 5.7%
- #54 WAKKA Follow the treasure ring
71% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: 株式会社ディー・オー
Windows
The controls are really simple, so don't worry! To raise the spaceship, just press the button. When you release it, gravity will pull the spaceship down. Collect "wakka" while avoiding walls and obstacles.
Why similar: Side Scroller 40.7%, Arcade 21.6%, Action 19.5%, 2D 9.1%, Casual 5.8%
- #55 FIREFIGHTER
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Baal Games
Windows
A dynamic game with humor about the work of a firefighter.
Why similar: Side Scroller 28.9%, Action 28.5%, Arcade 26.4%, 2D 6.6%, Casual 5.9%
- #56 Doomed Brigade
66% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Devs Brigade
Windows
Doomed Brigade is a survival game where you pilot a spaceship, battling hordes of enemies from three different alien races. Level up during each game, unlocking upgrades, modules, and diverse ammunition to equip yourself and crush your foes.
Why similar: Arcade 39.8%, Action 31.3%, 2D 13.2%, Casual 9.9%, Indie 3.2%
- #57 Zombie Dash
65% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: GrubItGames
Windows
Zombie Dash is a pixelated 2D platformer where you play as a cheerful zombie whose goal is to infect all the humans on the level!
Why similar: Side Scroller 48.5%, Arcade 24.4%, Action 9.9%, 2D 8.7%, Indie 3.6%
- #58 Roboshark Rampage
67% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Bolder Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Roboshark Rampage is an endless cave swimmer which you simply won't be able to put down. Watch out! Don't get hit by an anchor or mine! There are dangers lurking everywhere.
Why similar: Action 38.6%, Side Scroller 27.6%, Casual 12.9%, Indie 10%, Arcade 9.7%
- #59 Threshold Warden
63% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2026
Dev: HugePixel
Windows
Upgrade your tower, place turrets and traps, defeat zombies, and collect souls to strengthen your weapons and defenses. Protect the crystal and the border of worlds at all costs!
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.7%, Arcade 23%, Action 21.9%, 1990's 18.5%, 2D 5.9%
- #60 Cavatus
66% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Malzbie Games
Windows
The war against Professor Zor was won, but the price was high. Technologies were destroyed. Only a few ancient flying machines remain. Professor Zor might still be alive and start another war. You must prevent that!
Why similar: Side Scroller 33.7%, Arcade 21.8%, Action 21.7%, 1990's 19.9%, Indie 1.7%