Top Old School Games
60+ old school games ranked by player tags and tunable re-ranking. Related tags include Singleplayer, Action, Retro, First-Person.
Recommended Old School Games

FlyKnight
Explore, fight, loot and fish! Solo or in co-op mode in this Old School First Person Dungeon Crawler. Earn your knighthood as you oppose the evil witch Lunamoth and stop her curse which prevents everyone from growing wings.

Pseudoregalia
Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.
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- #1 FlyKnight98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 11,151 reviews2025Developer: WabbaboyPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.4hMean: 2.8h≥1hr: 79%
Explore, fight, loot and fish! Solo or in co-op mode in this Old School First Person Dungeon Crawler. Earn your knighthood as you oppose the evil witch Lunamoth and stop her curse which prevents everyone from growing wings.
- #2 Pseudoregalia98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 17,681 reviews2023Developer: rittzlerPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.1hMean: 8.0h≥1hr: 70%
Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.
- #3 CULTIC98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,238 reviews2022Developer: Jasozz GamesPublisher: 3D RealmsPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.3hMean: 8.5h≥1hr: 73%
Death is only the beginning. Crawl from your grave and gear up to fight your way through the ranks of a mysterious and twisted cult. You, your guns, and your dynamite will have to shoot, slide, blast, duck, dodge, and maybe throw a gib or two to survive in this old-school-inspired shooter.
- #4 HROT98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 6,277 reviews2023Developer: SpytihněvPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.7hMean: 6.5h≥1hr: 80%
HROT is a single-player retro FPS set in a small socialist country neighboring Soviet Union (Czechoslovakia) after an unspecified disaster in 1986. Those times were dark and terrifying and so is the game.
- #5 Chop Goblins98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,113 reviews2022Developer: David SzymanskiPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.6hMean: 2.4h≥1hr: 69%
A fast-paced micro FPS in which The Chop Goblins are loose, chopping their way through time itself in their ravenous quest for cheese. And THE CHOP WILL NOT STOP.
- #6 Old School Rally98% matchVery Positive90% of 2,084 reviews2025Developer: Frozen Lake GamesPublisher: Astrolabe GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.0hMean: 5.6h≥1hr: 61%
A nostalgic racing game that combines the charm of classic retro style visuals with the thrill of international rally competitions.
- #7 DUSK98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 24,919 reviews2018Developer: David SzymanskiPublisher: New Blood InteractivePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 3.7hMean: 8.0h≥1hr: 82%
Battle through an onslaught of mystical backwater cultists, possessed militants & even darker forces as you attempt to discover just what lurks beneath the Earth in this retro FPS inspired by the '90s legends.
- #8 Moonring98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,373 reviews2023Developer: Fluttermind, LLCPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 42mMean: 3.8h≥1hr: 44%
A dark-fantasy, turn-based, retro-fusion of classic turn-based RPGs and roguelikes, all presented with a unique neon aesthetic.
- #9 Amanda the Adventurer98% matchVery Positive94% of 7,050 reviews2023Developer: MANGLEDmaw GamesPublisher: DreadXPPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.0hMean: 4.8h≥1hr: 89%
Join Amanda and her pal Wooly on a series of adventures as they explore and learn about our wonderful world! With several NEW play-along, laugh-along, learn-along episodes there's always fun to be had! Just make sure to do everything Amanda says or she might get angry.
- #10 SIGame98% matchVery Positive89% of 4,180 reviews2025Developer: Vladimir KhilPlatforms: Windows
Exciting quiz game where you can test your knowledge, compete with friends and smart bots, and explore a variety of topics!
- #11 Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun98% matchVery Positive90% of 17,222 reviews2023Developer: Auroch DigitalPublisher: Focus EntertainmentPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.6hMean: 5.7h≥1hr: 76%
Load up your Boltgun and unleash the awesome Space Marine arsenal to blast your way through an explosion of sprites, pixels and blood in a perfect blend of Warhammer 40,000, frenetic gameplay and the stylish visuals of 90’s retro shooters.
- #12 Cavern of Dreams98% matchVery Positive93% of 1,456 reviews2023Developer: Bynine StudioPublisher: Super Rare OriginalsPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.1hMean: 11.6h≥1hr: 51%
Embark on a magical quest as Fynn the dragon to rescue your unhatched siblings from the mysterious Cavern of Dreams in this N64-style 3D platformer. Gain new abilities, meet unique characters, solve puzzles, and beware of the mysterious villain.
- #13 Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem98% matchVery Positive93% of 4,908 reviews2022Developer: CroteamPublisher: Devolver DigitalPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.0hMean: 8.8h≥1hr: 89%
Serious Sam: Siberian Mayhem is a new stand-alone expansion to the world of the classic FPS series. Join the fight against Notorious Mental on a journey through the wild lands of Russia, and find your way through this lost chapter of Sam Stone's adventures.
- #14 Chicken Invaders Universe98% matchVery Positive91% of 3,731 reviews2022Developer: InterAction studiosPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 54mMean: 12.6h≥1hr: 47%
A deliciously addictive core of finger-blistering shooting action, surrounded by delectable morsels of galactic exploration, spacecraft customization, and community competitions.
- #15 DOOM + DOOM II98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 27,748 reviews2007Developer: id SoftwarePublisher: BethesdaPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.2hMean: 10.2h≥1hr: 54%
Developed by id Software, and originally released in 1993 and 1994, the definitive, newly enhanced versions of DOOM + DOOM II are available as a combined product.
- #16 UnMetal98% matchVery Positive93% of 3,399 reviews2021Developer: @unepic_franPublisher: Versus EvilPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.1hMean: 4.9h≥1hr: 81%
UnMetal is a 2D stealth action-adventure that pays homage to the classics with a healthy dose of humor and satire. You play as Jesse Fox, who is definitely NOT an elite commando, under arrest for a crime he didn't commit, and must escape a covert military base using his wits and fists.
- #17 RetroArch98% matchVery Positive89% of 9,198 reviews2022Developer: LibretroPlatforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
RetroArch is an open source and cross platform frontend/framework for emulators, game engines, video games, media players and other applications
- #18 Murder House98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,293 reviews2020Developer: Puppet ComboPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.5hMean: 5.1h≥1hr: 68%
A local news team breaks into an abandoned house to chase a salacious ghost story... until a MANIAC chases them! ...VHS era 80's slasher. PS1 style survival horror!
- #19 AMID EVIL98% matchVery Positive93% of 7,565 reviews2019Developer: IndefatigablePublisher: New Blood InteractivePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.2hMean: 5.9h≥1hr: 78%
A retro FPS for the ages! Once branded a HERETIC. Now YOU have been chosen as our champion! Reclaim our sacred weapons. Take back our ancient lands. If you can stand... AMID EVIL.
- #20 Tomb Raider I-III Remastered Starring Lara Croft98% matchVery Positive84% of 8,228 reviews2024Developer: AspyrPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.3hMean: 15.2h≥1hr: 74%
Discover Lara Croft’s Original Adventures, Lovingly Restored – Now with New Challenge Mode
- #21 Quake98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 15,287 reviews2007Developer: id SoftwarePublisher: Bethesda SoftworksPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.7hMean: 25.7h≥1hr: 59%
Developed by the award-winning id Software, Quake® is the ground-breaking, original dark fantasy first-person shooter that inspires today’s retro-style FPS games. With Quake (Enhanced), experience the authentic, updated, and visually enhanced version of the original.
- #22 Ion Fury98% matchVery Positive93% of 6,682 reviews2019Developer: Voidpoint, LLCPublisher: 3D RealmsPlatforms: Windows, LinuxMedian: 4.7hMean: 9.8h≥1hr: 81%
3D Realms, creators of Duke Nukem 3D, Prey, and Max Payne, team up with Voidpoint to bring back the legendary Build Engine, famous for classic shooters like Duke Nukem 3D, Shadow Warrior, and Blood. Fast-paced FPS combat across huge, secret-packed levels. Ion Fury is the real deal!
- #23 PAC-MAN™ Championship Edition DX+98% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 8,111 reviews2013Developer: Mine Loader Software Co., Ltd.Publisher: BANDAI NAMCO EntertainmentPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.3hMean: 7.6h≥1hr: 56%
It's time to gear up!Get ready for more ghost chain gobbling and frantic action in PAC-MAN® CE-DX+! The award-winning chomping game makes a shattering debut on Steam with even more content and a refined user-interface to compare high scores with your friends!
- #24 Friends vs Friends98% matchVery Positive83% of 14,319 reviews2023Developer: Brainwash GangPublisher: Raw FuryPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.9hMean: 7.2h≥1hr: 77%
A frantic, online PvP shooter that combines combat and deck building. Choose a character, customize your card-based loadout, and get ready for the fights of your life!
- #25 The Citadel98% matchVery Positive93% of 2,744 reviews2020Developer: doekuramoriPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.7hMean: 4.8h≥1hr: 66%
The Citadel is a brutal first person shooter, and a love letter to classic games such as Marathon, Doom and Wolfenstein 3d. Descend into the depths of a dark citadel, and fight through 6 Episodes and 30 levels of action packed with 6 challenging bosses. Go forth, Martyr.
- #26 Purple Place - Classic Games98% matchVery Positive87% of 2,356 reviews2023Developer: Sam CohlePlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 48mMean: 8.3h≥1hr: 43%
Welcome to "Purple Place - Classic Games" a fun-filled game where you'll embark on three exciting adventures like good old times! Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of creativity and challenge.
- #27 Legend of Grimrock98% matchVery Positive94% of 6,614 reviews2012Developer: Almost Human GamesPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 2.7hMean: 10.1h≥1hr: 67%
Use the Dungeon Editor to build entirely new adventures and challenges for other players to solve.
- #28 Golden Light98% matchVery Positive86% of 3,902 reviews2022Developer: Mr. PinkPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.0hMean: 6.7h≥1hr: 67%
Eat weapons, be scared and question your own mind in this Survival-Horror FPS Prop Hunt Roguelike about meat. Walls are watching you!
- #29 Eternium98% matchVery Positive82% of 4,363 reviews2023Developer: Dream PrimerPublisher: Making FunPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.1hMean: 11.8h≥1hr: 51%
Hack & slash against the dark forces threatening your home-world. Experience intense tactical fights in this fast paced, old school action RPG.
- #30 Praetorians - HD Remaster98% matchVery Positive92% of 1,082 reviews2020Developer: Torus GamesPublisher: Kalypso MediaPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.1hMean: 6.5h≥1hr: 83%
Relive the celebrated real-time strategy classic Praetorians, re-imagined in high definition. Praetorians is set amidst the political machinations of an emerging Roman Empire.
- #31 Project Warlock98% matchVery Positive87% of 6,019 reviews2018Developer: Buckshot SoftwarePublisher: RetrovibePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 2.8hMean: 4.7h≥1hr: 74%
Project Warlock is a first-person shooter that fans of Doom, Hexen, and Wolfenstein cannot miss. It serves you an exploding cocktail of bullets, spells, and monsters. Battle through 60 levels of non-stop action, packed with bloodthirsty enemies and challenging bosses.
- #32 Wolfenstein 3D98% matchVery Positive93% of 4,215 reviews2007Developer: id SoftwarePublisher: Bethesda SoftworksPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 18mMean: 3.3h≥1hr: 30%
World War II rages. The Nazis are planning to build an unstoppable, mutant army. On a mission to steal the secret plans, you were captured and imprisoned. Now, a lucky break gives you the chance to escape, but a maze of passages and trigger-happy Nazis stand in your way.
- #33 Kaze and the Wild Masks98% matchVery Positive94% of 1,950 reviews2021Developer: PixelHivePublisher: SOEDESCOPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.6hMean: 5.7h≥1hr: 83%
Go on a journey as Kaze in this 90’s classics inspired platformer. When the Crystal Islands get cursed, Kaze needs to save her friend Hogo while facing enraged living vegetables. Find the Wild Masks to unleash the powers of the legendary guardians and master land, sky and sea.
- #34 Shadow Warrior Classic Redux98% matchVery Positive90% of 3,592 reviews2013Developer: General ArcadePublisher: Devolver DigitalPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 2.1hMean: 5.4h≥1hr: 82%
The definitive version of the cult classic shooter, Shadow Warrior Classic Redux features remastered visuals and two massive expansion packs. Corporations rule every facet of life in a near-future Japan and employ Shadow Warriors, one-man armies of unparalleled skill, to protect their power and forcefully remove all opposition.
- #35 War for the Overworld98% matchVery Positive86% of 8,005 reviews2015Developer: Brightrock GamesPublisher: MythwrightPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 5.1hMean: 11.0h≥1hr: 89%
War for the Overworld is an unholy union of Dungeon Management and Strategy that rewards all those villainous thoughts you’ve been having. Craft your own perilous dungeon and defend it against pesky heroes who keep exploring it and taking your stuff.
- #36 EverQuest98% matchMostly Positive79% of 2,611 reviews2012Developer: Darkpaw GamesPublisher: Daybreak Game CompanyPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.6hMean: 95.6h≥1hr: 61%
Welcome to EverQuest® - the original fantasy MMORPG. Explore huge worlds, fight challenging foes, and grow your character with friends. Discover why players have quested, grouped, and raided in Norrath for more than two decades.
- #37 RIFT98% matchMostly Positive74% of 11,544 reviews2011Developer: gamigo US Inc.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 4.1hMean: 60.8h≥1hr: 77%
Dive into a world of epic adventure! Create your perfect hero thanks to a uniquely customizable class system. Collect, craft, and customize your gear. Go it alone or group up to challenge dungeons, raids, dynamic open-world content, and your fellow players.
- #38 Might & Magic X - Legacy98% matchMixed66% of 3,389 reviews2014Developer: UbisoftPlatforms: Windows, MacMedian: 3.7hMean: 23.9h≥1hr: 67%
After a decade, a Might & Magic® RPG is back with both the unique core formula and a new set of improved and fine-tuned features. The best RPG of its class!In the wake of the spectacular events in Might & Magic® Heroes® VI, you will play in a party of four adventurers entangled in intrigue and political machinations unfolding in...
- #39 Rise of the Triad98% matchMixed66% of 2,530 reviews2013Developer: Interceptor EntertainmentPublisher: Apogee EntertainmentPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.5hMean: 5.9h≥1hr: 89%
Apogee Software and Interceptor Entertainment proudly present the rebirth of the cult-classic first-person shooter, “Rise of the Triad”. Bigger, better and more ludicrous than ever before.
- #40 Warspear Online98% matchMostly Positive72% of 3,062 reviews2017Developer: Titulum Enterprises LimitedPlatforms: Windows, Mac, LinuxMedian: 30mMean: 14.9h≥1hr: 38%
Create your hero and dive into an epic 2D MMORPG! Explore a vast open world, conquer castles, battle in free-for-all PvP, team up in guilds, join Alliance wars, explore dungeons, and celebrate with fun in-game events!
- #41 STAR WARS™: Battlefront Classic Collection98% matchMostly Negative24% of 7,726 reviews2024Developer: AspyrPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.5hMean: 9.8h≥1hr: 76%
Play the classic STAR WARS™ Battlefront games, online and offline in this definitive collection.
- #42 Commander Keen98% matchVery Positive94% of 1,554 reviews2007Developer: id SoftwarePlatforms: WindowsMedian: 12mMean: 3.8h≥1hr: 22%
Commander Keen: Invasion of the Vorticons: Episode 1: Marooned on Mars (Dec. 14th 1990) Episode 2: The Earth Explodes (1991) Episode 3: Keen Must Die! (1991) Commander Keen's very first adventure, and the debut of id's groundbreaking side-scrolling technology.
- #43 Idle Skilling98% matchMostly Positive71% of 2,338 reviews2022Developer: Lavaflame2Platforms: WindowsMedian: 5.4hMean: 96.6h≥1hr: 77%
Idle Skilling is the ultimate Idle Game with years of content! Meant to be played for 5-10 minutes a day, you gradually unlock new skills like mining, fishing, pet breeding, crusading, potion-making, lab-research, construction, and more! With new updates coming, you'll never run out of stuff to do!
- #44 Nightmare Reaper98% matchVery Positive94% of 3,713 reviews2022Developer: Blazing Bit GamesPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 4.6hMean: 14.9h≥1hr: 84%
Blast through a cursed nightmare solo or with up to 3 friends. A retro-inspired FPS where looter shooter weapons meets boomer shooter chaos and rogue-lite elements.
- #45 BROKE PROTOCOL98% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,225 reviews2024Developer: BROKE PROTOCOLPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.0hMean: 10.3h≥1hr: 90%
A fully moddable city sandbox with jobs, NPCs, apartments, garages, gangs, and more. Broke Protocol is an open-world action game focused on roleplaying and custom content. Define your goals and identity in a persistent, reactive world where you write your own story.
- #46 WRATH: Aeon of Ruin98% matchMostly Positive72% of 2,895 reviews2024Developer: KillPixel GamesPublisher: 3D RealmsPlatforms: Windows, LinuxMedian: 1.1hMean: 8.4h≥1hr: 53%
Blast, slice and shred through your enemies in this hardcore FPS inspired by the icons of the '90s, powered by the legendary Quake-1 Tech. Taking place in a realm left to rot, take up arms, unearth long-forgotten secrets and hunt down the Guardians of the Old World.
- #47 Serious Sam Classics: Revolution97% matchVery Positive90% of 3,730 reviews2019Developer: CroteamPublisher: Devolver DigitalPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.3hMean: 10.0h≥1hr: 53%
Serious Sam is a high-adrenaline arcade-action shooter heavily focused on frantic action. In a world where cyberpunk meets fantasy-fiction and advanced technology is mixed with black magic and psycho-powers, Sam travels through four beautiful worlds, confronting countless foes on his way to Mental's base.
- #48 Ragnarock97% matchVery Positive94% of 3,188 reviews2021Developer: WanadevStudioPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.2hMean: 5.9h≥1hr: 55%
Lead your viking ship to victory in this rhythm game! Pound your drums to the sound of epic music, from celtic rock to viking power metal, and set sail against your rivals. Solo, Split-Screen & Online PVP included.
- #49 Crazy Flasher Series 202197% matchVery Positive88% of 2,791 reviews2021Developer: Andy LawPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 42mMean: 16.3h≥1hr: 37%
The classic flash game series CrazyFlasher, which used to accompany young people, is packed by its author Andy law and uploaded to the world - famous game platform steam, which is convenient for players to collect.
- #50 Crossroads Inn Anniversary Edition97% matchMixed55% of 4,056 reviews2019Developer: KlabaterPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 5.0hMean: 11.1h≥1hr: 85%
Crossroads Inn, a real-time management sim, unfolds in Delcrys' unique fantasy realm. Construct and oversee your inn, delight traveling heroes, and achieve renowned status for your services across the kingdom.
- #51 Erenshor97% matchVery Positive94% of 1,902 reviews2025Developer: Burgee MediaPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 1.8hMean: 6.9h≥1hr: 62%
Erenshor is a single player RPG with the soul of a classic MMO - built for players who miss the journey. Partner up with Erenshor's signature SimPlayers and explore an open world where every reward comes with a story. Discover thousands of items, quests, raids, and secrets - all at your own pace.
- #52 A Legionary's Life97% matchVery Positive87% of 2,464 reviews2019Developer: Alessandro RobertiPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 9.3hMean: 18.7h≥1hr: 84%
A Legionary's Life lets you play as a Roman soldier during the years of the Second Punic War and beyond. Rise up through the ranks and win prestigious awards or just focus on making it home in one piece; it's up to you.
- #53 QUICKERFLAK96% matchVery Positive90% of 1,787 reviews2022Developer: Walter MachadoPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 3.9hMean: 7.6h≥1hr: 81%
QUICKERFLAK is an experimental fast-paced time-attack top-down combat retro-hardcore minigame, that can be finished in a minute.
- #54 Nin Online96% matchMostly Positive77% of 1,375 reviews2025Developer: HitsparkPlatforms: WindowsMedian: 48mMean: 14.0h≥1hr: 44%
Fight and train with powerful Jutsu to rise through the ranks of your village in a ninja open-world MMORPG. Join over a hundred thousand players worldwide. Play now for free!
- #55 Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun - Words of Vengeance96% matchVery Positive88% of 2,187 reviews2025Developer: Auroch DigitalPlatforms: Windows
Type like your life depends on it in Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun – Words of Vengeance! Smite the enemies of the Emperor with every keystroke spelling their demise. But every typo could mean the difference between life and death.
- #56 Zombieville USA 3D96% matchVery Positive94% of 2,215 reviews2025Developer: Mika Mobile, Inc.Platforms: WindowsMedian: 4.4hMean: 8.1h≥1hr: 79%
Zombieville USA 3D is a stylized arcade shooter combining retro gameplay with strikingly polished visuals. Fight through an endless undead horde in the bleak hellscape of suburbia! Choose your weapons, grab a friend, and see how long you can survive.
