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Games like Guns N' Runs

Games like Guns N' Runs

Looking for games like Guns N' Runs? Here are top arcade platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Jet Gunner: Refueled, Sentry City or Gamma Zero.

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  1. Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.  Destroy your foes with a variety of weapons, from lasers, spreadshots and missiles whilst dodging the many hazards that fly your way. Use your jetpack to its fullest to avoid trap… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jet Gunner: Refueled.

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  2. Sentry City is a cyberpunk-style side-scroller with gameplay that is part trial-and-error, and part reaction time based. Traverse the city using the motorcycle overworld map, blast and think your way through the levels, and fight tough bosses to uncover who is behind the city's AI disruption. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sentry City.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    90% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    The earth is being attacked by creatures from deep space! Earth's last remaining scientists have reverse engineered several ships from their technology. Time to bring the fight back into space! You are humanity's last hope! Gamma Zero is an old school arcade vertical shmup. Be aggressive and rack up massive multipliers by collecting pickups as fast as possible. Features: 3 stages of intense … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gamma Zero.

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  4. The Lost Cube is a challenging platformer which takes inspiration from classic titles such as Super Meat Boy and Celeste. The story unravels in a small village nestled somewhere in northern Europe. Each day, a special melody is played upon a magical guitar bringing prosperity upon the land. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lost Cube.

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  5. Greenhouse: Schism is a sidescrolling platformer focusing on Gameplay, Magic based combat and Boss Battles. Explore and fight through the Acri forest and discover the secret to it's high concentration of magic! Learn new spells and find secrets while adventuring deeper towards the truth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Greenhouse: Schism.

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  6. Galactic Vanguard is a retro creation that pays homage to classic 90s action shooters, with pixel art meticulously designed to transport players back to the golden age of arcade gaming. As a lone warrior, armed with powerful weapons, you'll battle through harsh environments and face countless enemies in life-or-death struggles. The level designs are filled with challenges, ranging from icy mountai… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Vanguard.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Corebreaker is a fast-paced action-platformer game with rogue-like elements. Play as Nova, a robot designed to awaken when humanity is extinct by the machines. Unlock abilities, upgrades and powerful weapons as you fight your way through supreme robots to find out your purpose! Features Crisp controls and fluid movement. Satisfying gunplay. 4 biomes with unique enemies, mini-bosses and epic bo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Corebreaker.

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  8. Bad Run is a spin-off of Bad Pad, featuring a casual action packed, runner metroidvania platformer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bad Run: Turbo Edition.

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  9. 24%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    40% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    INSPACE 2980 is a stylish and dynamic SHMUP from the 16-bit era of games consoles and arcade machines. Take part in an exciting adventure and save the galaxy! Once again! Dynamic battles. The endless stream of various enemies won’t let you rest until the very end of the battle. Upgrades and power-ups. Ten characteristics of the ship, which can be improved, as well as many power-ups that will e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to INSPACE 2980.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Zenodeath is the final entry in the Zeno series, the final evolution, featuring a modern OST by HeavyViper and two gameplay types. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zenodeath.

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  11. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    99% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    Survive tombs, temples, traps, bats, snakes and much much more If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meganoid:Chronicles.

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  12. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    79% User Score Based on 14 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 5 reviews

    Embark on an exciting journey to find the abandoned Clifford Castle and uncover its secrets! Our heroes, adventure enthusiasts Jack and his faithful dog companion Butch, go on an exciting quest to find an abandoned castle where the entire Clifford family vanished years ago. The whole castle is surrounded by mystery, from its dark dungeons to its highest towers. While discovering new rooms, our h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 6Souls.

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  13. Get involved in this 2-D pixel platform game that will make you experience fun, stress, success, anger, and FUN. Adapt or Die, improve your in game mechanics to be able to succeed this adventure, which be sure is going to become harder as you keep advancing.SoundtrackMore than 15 minutes of music that you can enjoy while playing, don't worry about repetitive music, there are more than 30 songs wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to YUMPR.

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  14. Super Goribei is a retro style platformer with a small comic-book like story. All original pixel art made by the Dev. Tyler Kingsbury self proclaimed Artist and is bracking in to the gaming scene with this Mario copy. It's some what hard but you'll have so much fun getting to the goal. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Goribei.

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  15. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    64% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Radar Warfare is a bullet hell/fast paced arcade shoot 'em up with radar theme and retro style. 27 stages will challenge you with different waves and enemies. How long can you survive? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Radar Warfare.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    About the game Neoteria is a classic horizontal shoot em up game (shmup). Multiple worlds, levels and aliens are waiting to be blasted. Our focus is on using your thumb like the 80’s and 90’s shooter games: The faster your thumb, the faster you shoot !! Give the controls a few minutes to get used to, they really work! Hidden worlds, different difficulty modes (un-lockable pilots) AWESOME sound tra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neoteria.

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  17. Evade cunning traps and race against the clock to conquer each level. Time is your greatest adversary, as you must master precision and speed to survive. But beware, one wrong move means instant demise, and there are not many chances in this unforgiving world. Prepare to be challenged like never before, as our game takes inspiration from the punishing difficulty of Dark Souls. With its relent… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DYING UNDER NIGHTFALL.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Inspired by great titles such as Ghosts 'n Goblins and Mega Man 2 comes Crusader Crash! A fast paced, challenging, side-scrolling game with retro art and soundtracks! Play through 8 vastly different stages each with their own boss that will put your skills to the test! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crusader Crash.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    The alien invaders have launched their final offensive on an already crippled Terra. Only one brave pilot can turn the tide of war. Cyber Seraph is a boss focused vertical shoot 'em up with unlockable abilities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cyber Seraph.

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  20. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    89% User Score Based on 38 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Greedy Pea is back in game! Dark dungeons, deadly traps, everything is green, a lot of gold everywhere! Awesome Pea 2 - next chapter of classic platformer game. Greedy Pea is back in game! Now even more dark dungeons, deadly traps and gold! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Awesome Pea 2.

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  21.                                                      “Just Cube” is a challenging 2D platformer that takes you to 12 unique locations full of challenging obstacles, epic boss battles and non-stop tension. Each location is a brand new challenge that will test your skills and reflexes, demanding precise movements and excellent strategy. This game isn't just about getting from point A to poin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Just Cube.

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    51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    About the game Survive the invasion of the supernatural, the robots, the monsters.. the world needs you! Groundskeeper2 throws you in the middle of a war, the war with supernatural robots from outer space.. yeah.. we went there! Every time you play this game you will get further and have a better chance at surviving. You’ll unlock new weapons like the machine-gun, laser-gun, rocket-launcher, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Groundskeeper 2.

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    49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay
    67% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Go on a journey in Magic Frame - classics inspired Action-platformer. Explore levels and caves, fight bosses, upgrade equipment and enjoy the ambient. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magic Frame.

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  24. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    You play as an inspector sent to the Tepas laboratory to investigate a series of strange events. Anomalies have been occurring in this lab for a long time, and your task is to find out what's going on. Prepare for a thrilling adventure that combines 2D pixel-art shooter elements with fast-paced action and hordes of enemies. In Lab Inspect, you'll experience dynamic gameplay, where you need to f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lab Inspect.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    88% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Psyolence sounds like an exciting and adrenaline-pumping arcade game with a unique blend of cyberpunk aesthetics and fast-paced action. As the player, you'll wield a katana in a top-down perspective and engage in intense slashing combat against hordes of enemies in a virtual cyberspace environment. The game's neon graphics will create a visually stunning and immersive experience, complementing the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Psyolence.

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  26. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Cyber ​​Hunter: Awakening is a game about a reckless bounty hunter who went out to hunt criminals in his city. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cyber Hunter: Awakening.

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    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    60% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Rico the Squirrel was living a peaceful life collecting acorns.It was another peaceful day doing his work with his sister Lottie...until an owl came out of nowhere and kidnapped his sister!Now Rico must embark on a dangerous journey to save Lottie…. Explore places full of mysteries with Rico the Squirrel! Run, jump, and throw! Perform colorful actions with simple controls! Discover and collect aco… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dotori.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Shovelboy is a retro-style platformer where you have to collect shovels in 21 increasingly difficult small levels. How fast can you go? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SHOVELBOY.

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  29. A tribute to the 80's games containing 7 stages with continuous action. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AF-ZERO.

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  30. Join The Ball on a quest to stop the criminal Foot gang! Over 60 levels of play! An action adventure game about The Ball chasing the Foot gang to their dungeon to destroy them. It's recommended to use a trackball mouse for further gameplay immersion. Keyboard required to add a high score. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blue Balls.

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  31. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Battle for Asciion is a classic horizontal shoot 'em up built entirely from real text characters. No sprites. No pixels. No images. Just pure ASCII action, massive bosses, weapon upgrades and retro arcade challenge. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle for Asciion.

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  32. Key Features:️ Classic Platforming Action – Experience tight, responsive controls and fast-paced gameplay inspired by retro platformers. Four Distinct Worlds – Explore vibrant forests, dark caves, snow-covered lands, and shadowy caverns, each filled with unique enemies and obstacles. ⚔️ Dynamic Combat & Power-Ups – Attack enemies, dodge hazards, and collect special abilities like health boos… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Adventurer.

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  33. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    78% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Get into my infected computer and restore every virus-ridden system by recovering game attributes like color or save functions. Enjoy this parody of multiple classic games from 80s & 90s. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Byte The Bullet.

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  34. A new Arcade 3D Game Dive into the heart-pounding world of Teared, an exhilarating 3D arcade action-platformer that takes you on a rollercoaster ride through 9 captivating levels and 2 bonus stages. Prepare to confront a formidable lineup of adversaries, including 9 colossal bosses and an array of fantastical creatures like dragons, skeletons, bats, spiders, and menacing cyclops. As the hero in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Teared.

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  35. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    93% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    STEAM | Discord. Crafted by a solo developer - a fast-paced movement game that embraces high-speed gameplay with utmost dedication. Encounter exhilarating velocities and push your skills to the... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TIRELESS: Prepare For The Adrenaline.

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  36. No talk, compadre. It's Animal Kostume time! Follow kroc-boy in his path to overcome a series of difficult levels in this hardcore 2D platformer with a lot of enemies, bullets and surprises. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Animal Kostume.

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  37. Axizon Labs: Zombies is a 2D Sci-Fi themed Platform Zombie Shooter Game based on the story of the sudden outbreak of ZMB Virus which affected 30% of the population around the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Axizon Labs: Zombies.

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    38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    62% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    A physics based puzzle game. Bounce the ball of angled surfaces to get it to the finish. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bounce Ball.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Alter Army is a fast paced 2d action platformer game currently in development by Vague Pixels. The universe is dying and you are one of the last few trying to take control of the last resources.... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alter Army.

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  40. *This page was for the free public beta that has since ended. Thank you for the support!*SUFFER is back! SUFFER 2 is a tough-as-nails boomer shooter with a horror punk twist - become The Spirit of Anarchy and destroy the corporate police state with righteous ninja fury! Deadly traps, aggressive enemies, and abstract level design will take you to hell and back. Experience a pixelated dystopian hell… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUFFER 2.

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  41. Journey through ancient Japan as the Shukuchi Ninja, exiled from his former clan for wanting a more honorable way of life. Travel through vast areas defeating the Shukuchi Ninja’s newfound foe to bring peace and prosperity in a time of turmoil. A full, action-packed adventure awaits with over 70 levels, 7 troublesome bosses, an inspiring storyline, and unique controls - there's no other game li… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shukuchi Ninja.

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  42. 24%Game Brain Score
    24% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    Shoot shotguns and swing around like a madman! In Hooks & Shotguns, your brother, who is the only family have left, has been captured in a soul trap by your life-long enemy, Silo, before he broke it to pieces. You have to put it back together and save him! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hooks & Shotguns.

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  43. Become a postman in a world of robots! Take on the role of an automated courier whose mission is to deliver important letters and help local residents along the way. But every delivery is more than just a route — it’s a choice: will you rush to the next addressee or stop to lend a hand to those in need? ️ Explore cities Each level is a maze of streets and houses. Find the right path through the s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Robot-Mail Rush.

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  44. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Reach top speed by eating Bananas?! Bananitro is a 2D runner that combines speed, action, and a unique gravity mechanic, bringing an amazing mix of monkeys and bicycles. RUN TO WIN Race with Monkey and his bike, using Bananitro to reach insane speeds, ride on walls, perform crazy maneuvers, and make jumps that defy the laws of physics! But be careful, each track presents a new challenge, filled … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bananitro.

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  45. A stylish pixel-art platformer with a thumping chip-tune sound track. Perfect for quick and short bites of run and jump gaming action. Taking you back to the retro days in a modern way. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inc..

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  46. Choose your champion and enter the Labyrinth, survive if you can. Hades has taken over the Labyrinth, forcing souls through an arduous trial to reach the afterlife. Do you have what it takes to succeed, or will you be doomed to guard the Labyrinth for eternity? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Daedalus.

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  47. In this sweet and challenging 2D platformer, collect flowers as fast as you can while avoiding bees, wasps and spikes in a series of 40 randomly generated levels. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flower Flurry.

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  48. This is an interesting shooting game. You need to use a variety of weapons to attack the enemy and survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survival Space: Unlimited Shooting.

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  49. It's Halloween night - a time for fear and fright. For tricks and treats.  A time... to dine on candy! Join Candyboy on his quest to gather as many sweets as he can before the night is through. But look out! Danger lurks around every corner, and even Candyboy has reason to be afraid. Features Inspired by the old school, tough as nails NES platformers Multiple endings Platformer PACIFICISM! Candy… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Candyboy.

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  50. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    93% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Race against an hostile world that will challenge you every freakin' time! Deadly obstacles, wicked curves, it's time to show your racing and platformer skills! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stay Safe.

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