Games like Hit the Fan (ZX Spectrum)

By DF Design A shoot and dodge-em up All done in the best possible taste !  Can you achieve mega-turd status?    The Story ------------ Introducing Turdesley, in the first of his adventures. It's a tough life being flushed away. Guide him in his travels down the pipe. Dodge or shoot all manner of nasties with his trusty condo-cannon. Travel through the worlds 'Pipe Central', 'Skull… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Down The Pipe.

Scary Things A brand new game for the ZX Spectrum The cartoon character from Down the Pipe now stars in his own horror shoot-em-up. The little guy is literally scared s#$%less   Battling through 5 full levels of nasties, each with its own theme and Boss to defeat. This improved Version 2.0 now contains much more Beeper music from utz, Tufty and the Prince of Darkness himself, Ozzy !  Featur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scary Things.

A Christmas treat from DF Design Free to download 48K/128K Spectrum and some enhanced features for the Spectrum Next (music and video accessed from its menu, the games are still the original versions though) Following on from the successful Sam Fox Pin-Up poker remake, here we have a new version of the 1988 game Maria's Christmas Box for the festive season. All new classic digitised pics, im… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maria's Christmas Cards (ZX Spectrum/Next Enhanced).

A Zzap 64 Micro Action C64 community-based covermount title. [Issue #4 September/October 2021] This game has been first released as part of the Zzap! 64 Micro Action Magazine Cover Mount #4. This game is also available to download free and also play on your web browser. Source code has been added to the Assemble It - Chapter 8 page on the original TND web site.  Star Hawx is a fun little arcade s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Hawx [Commodore 64].

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

83% User Score Based on 777 reviews

Critic Score 63%Based on 4 reviews

Capsized is a fast paced 2D platformer focused on intense action and exploration. As a intrepid space traveler, your ship has crash landed on a mysterious alien planet. You must navigate through the perilous environment and fight off blood-thirsty creatures to save your crewmates and escape with your lives! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Capsized.

This game is only compatible on PAL versions of Commodore 64 systems. NTSC is not supported. The New Dimension, in co-op with Alf Yngve are both proud to present Cosmic Combat Deluxe. A fun arcade blaster for one or two players. This game was originally created and designed using the Shoot Em Up Construction Kit and has been majorly transformed into the SEUCK Redux engine. The game also features t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmic Combat Deluxe [Commodore 64].

Unfortunately, the fortunes of Mr Hair’s home   planet somehow rely on a magical chalice which,   unfortunately again, has been nicked by some  very dodgy alien creatures from a neighbouring  star system.   Prince Hairy is under increasing pressure from  his princess Meghan Moptop to retrieve this valuable cup as, without it, she feels unable to keep up the high standard of living to which she has… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mr Hair & The Fly REDUX.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

66% User Score Based on 32 reviews

Diadra Empty is a free-roaming shoot-'em-up on a grand scale. Take the role of Nyalra and her faithful dragon Minimi in a fantastical quest to save her missing sister, and battle legions of monsters and menacing bosses. The touching storyline is complemented by the game's beautiful 2D visuals, particle effects and environments rife with enemies, and glowing projectiles. Diadra Empty gives you extr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diadra Empty.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

87% User Score Based on 116 reviews

Critic Score 66%Based on 13 reviews

Airheart is a dieselpunk airplane action game, where every colorful level is built on top of the previous one, all the way up to the stratosphere. Airheart combines free roaming, twin stick gameplay with a beautiful, colorful world. Defeat your enemies, salvage their scrap and reuse it to craft new parts for your airplane. Build and try out over 40 weapons and airplane parts. Combine their abilit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Airheart: Tales of Broken Wings.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

64% User Score Based on 251 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 3 reviews

Red Wings: Aces of the Sky is a dynamic action game that will show you amazing battles from the pages of the history in a brand new arcade gameplay style. Use your unique skills to take your opponents down, develop your deadly pilot aim and become the true ace of the sky. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Wings: Aces of the Sky.

DF Design (1987-2025) (V2.0 Available Now) Sam is back on the speccy after a 39 year absence with a brand new fast action poker game! Her original poker game from 1986 went down in history and continues to be remembered fondly on ZX Spectrum sites with new versions still being created, including this recent one for the Gameboy: Samantha Fox Strip Poker by Rajcsányi László (WLS) Now the grainy… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sam Fox Pin-Up Poker (ZX Spectrum/Next Enhanced).

With great power comes great responsibility as you fly in search to disable your planets power reactors before the toxic noxious poisons are released killing everything. Go about solving ways to reach your goals using the environment around you whilst destroying anything  that gets in your way! Good Luck.. Tips:     To pass barriers, buttons need to be pressed, once all buttons are activated in t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HAIR-TRIGGER.

About Hakkenkast 48k and 128k ZX Spectrum (Get the whole of Dungeon 1 FREE!....scroll to the bottom!) Update 2 Now Available, Download below: Hakkenkast is a top-down dungeon crawler for the Sinclair ZX Spectrum. It’s designed as an arcade adventure and can be played with 4 directional keys and a single fire key - so it works great with Kempston & Sinclair joysticks.   Keys are fully redefinable… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hakkenkast (ZX Spectrum).

© 2018 Luca Bordoni for the 48K ZX SpectrumBased on Yars Revenge © 1981 Atari, inc. TERMINOLOGY RAYWasp under direct user control. ENERGY MISSILEMissile shot by Ray, removes cells. ENEMY BASELaser-base like object on right side of the screen, behind the shield. QOTILE DEFENDERDeadly and indestructible vertical-patrolling steel barriers. SHIELDEnergy shield protecting the Qotile, composed of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rays' Reprisal.

Also recommended for you About the GameOrigami Flight is a sidescrolling 2D shoot' em up where you control a paper airplane with a simple but challenging mission: to save the Origami World. It all starts when a 8-years-old boy decides to take a nap after folding a new paper airplane. As he falls asleep, he enters the Origami World. As soon as he enters this new world, an evil threat shows up in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Origami Flight.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

94% User Score Based on 158 reviews

Pilot the Megacopter, a sentient weapon that gains power by feeding on the blood of its enemies. Play through the campaign featuring seek and destroy, boss, rescue, and defense missions against the evil reptoid army. Upgrade Megacopter with the fabled AZ-TECH: ancient weaponry and armor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Megacopter: Blades of the Goddess.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

72% User Score Based on 122 reviews

“We thought they were our friends and benefactors, but instead they are our masters. The Chronicles didn’t liberate us from our primitive ways – they conquered and destroyed us. The others don’t know, their heads are still full of the melodious voices of our alien masters. But that will change. I will change it!” – Sasaki Survive in Space is a skill-based space shooter with a hardcore focus on ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survive in Space.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

79% User Score Based on 58 reviews

The multiverse is in danger! Take control of your space combat ship, fight the Nazi Galactic Empire and relive the thrills of classic scrolling shooters in a unique retro Virtual Reality experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2076: Midway Multiverse.

GHOSTLY CAPERS Story: Super Hero Steve is your host for the much anticipated Retro Convention, full of exciting computers, consoles and arcade machines. A fantastic day is expected to be enjoyed by all, but there's one tiny problem... the venue is haunted by mischievous and pesky ghouls. They are not best pleased about having their home invaded and are determined to put a stop to the fun. They h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RETCON GHOSTLY CAPERS.

Are you ready for some high-speed espionage mayhem involving boats? Well, The New Dimension in co-op with Alf Yngve are pleased to bring to you River Barrage, first released on the Zzap! 64 Micro Action #21 covermount and is released for you as a free to download game.  This is a horizontal scrolling shoot 'em up action game for your Commodore 64, theC64, Ultimate64 or whatever - you name it :) R… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to River Barrage [Commodore 64].

This is a port of my original iPhone game from 2011 - presented on Mac for the first time, warts 'n' all! Hope you enjoy it! :) Mac Keyboard controls: SPACE - Jump/Double Jump SHIFT - Shoot! Your AIR is running out!  Ambushed on a standard trade jump between Lave and Diso, Spaceman Sam is shot down by space pirates! Oh no! Now, stranded on an alien Moon, Sam must run for his life, avoiding met… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Air Supply: 1Bit Run.

In the 13th century the town of TRASMOZ was excommunicated for its pagan practices and its inhabitants were cursed for ever... The population was decimated until it became a ghost town, diseases and all sorts of evils on children, animals and crops made this an abandoned place left by the hand of God. Until now no one had dared to approach TRASMOZ again, there is talk of dangerous creatures of the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Curse of Trasmoz.

Welcome to the helicopter shooting games or helicopter gunships games and get ready for the helicopter fight in helicopter fighting games. Helicopter gunship battle grounds is the most immersive helicopter 3d battle games in PVP action games. So hurry up and be the part of this unknown battle and take control of most powerful helicopter combat and become a brave solider in in helicopter fighter ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunship Battle Air Strike 2018.

Zeta Wing is a fun vertical shoot-em-up for the Commodore 64, inspired by the arcade game Gemini Wing, and winner of both the RGN Gamers' Choice Award 2020 for the Commodore 64, and Indie Retro News Budget Game Of The Year 2020. Story: Strange mutant creatures have appeared across the surface of planet Earth! Earth needs a hero to stop them... one like you! So strap into your fighter and blast off… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zeta Wing (C64).

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

99% User Score Based on 526 reviews

Free movement ship control while the screen advances automatically. Single fire button. Collect stars to obtain temporary special shots. Collected fruits award points that can be converted into extra lives. Modes: practice, score attack (single life), adjustable difficulty If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Platypus Reclayed.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability

92% User Score Based on 418 reviews

Build, manage, and grow your unique city in the skies. Traverse a vast and rich open world full of exotic technologies, relentless dangers, and many hidden treasures. Defend your inhabitants – and the kingdoms below! – from destructive attacks. Only daring leaders can reforge the Airborne Empire! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Airborne Empire.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, atmosphere

83% User Score Based on 122 reviews

Retrowave Skill-Based Action Roguelike about tough cops fighting crime and keeping peace the old-fashioned way. Choose your cop and dive into hardcore action against enemies and bosses using a huge arsenal and special abilities that will define your playstyle. The law will make crime bleed. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mega City Police.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

95% User Score Based on 13,945 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 9 reviews

Project Wingman is an independently developed combat flight action game to be released on PC with an emphasis on fun and refined gameplay, true-to-its-roots inspirations, and an engaging single player experience. Perfect for those who aren't looking for a simulator experience with the ease of pick up and play, all the way to those who want a fast-paced challenging flight action game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Wingman.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

48% User Score Based on 2,738 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 4 reviews

Ace Combat: Assault Horizon is the 14th game released in the Ace Combat series. It took place in the real world, albeit in a different timeline from that of Joint Assault. Players took control of various members of Task Force 108, most notably William Bishop, as they shut down the threat posed by Andrei Markov and other rebels from Russia. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ace Combat Assault Horizon.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

83% User Score Based on 18 reviews

In this pulse-pounding arcade style shoot 'em up, players control giant armored robots, loaded with hi-tech weaponry. Chose from two types of mechs: the PLG-90, armed with a high-tech laser rifle or the NúllPunktur with the Vibroblade! Comprised of five 3-minute episodes, players must protect the mothership while slashing, shooting and boosting their way to the end of each level and defeat the bos… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to cloudphobia.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability

71% User Score Based on 17 reviews

Get ready to relieve your stress in the immersive world of StressOut! Destroy stores using incredible telekinetic powers while earning upgrades the entire way! New to Virtual Reality? Don't worry, the step by step tutorial ensures that even new players can have a blast obliterating everything in sight! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to StressOut.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

89% User Score Based on 92 reviews

In the year is 196X the communists won the space race and colonized Venus. Now the Americans have sent Sgt. Jon Dagger to Venus to destroy the Secret Soviet Science Facility. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Venusian Vengeance.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Dont forget: About the Game"To make U.S. pilots work harder during World War II, it was common among pilots to use amphetamine, which encouraged them to fight longer. The drugs worsened pilots' health and drove them crazy, but was ignored. Some goverments still encourage drug use to make their soldiers fight better". Features: +5 utterly different rooms; +The maximum level you can re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gospel of Abaddon.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

82% User Score Based on 301 reviews

Black Skylands: Origins shows you the ropes ahead of the main game release. Learn the basic mechanics and meet the main cast of characters of this open-world adventure! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Skylands: Origins.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

90% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Hard Vacuum is a single-player space combat simulator developed for virtual reality. It features fully interactive cockpits using motion controllers or using a gaze system with a HOTAS/gamepad. This version is a demo including the tutorial and two of the early missions from the campaign. The game runs in SteamVR and is compatible with Oculus Rift, HTC Vive, Valve Index and WMR. An early access rel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hard Vacuum.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

89% User Score Based on 328 reviews

Swarmriders is a free "endless runner"+"twin stick shooter" arcade mashup. A "machine gun swarm surfing mini-game" made as a bonus content for the Ubermosh community. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SWARMRIDERS.

Originally released in 1995/1996, this re-release includes some upgraded input controls like compatibility with game controllers, and an installation that automates the DosBox setup to provide a Windows install. This is the original text from the 30 years old box: Take command as a high level officer giving orders to a squadron of ultra-fast wing ships with high fire power. Order the fleet t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Quest 1 in the 27th Century.

Relive the abstract Atari 2600 adventure by Howard Scott Warshaw from far 1982 on the 48K ZX Spectrum! INSTRUCTIONS In this adventure game you must make your way past obstacles to find the Lost Ark of the Covenant. Along the way you'll acquire adventure points, which will be scored at the end of the game. The Ark of the Covenant is hidden somewhere outside the Egyptian city of Cairo. The Valley of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Raiders of the Lost Ark.

Psytronik Software is proud to present THE LAST AMAZON TRILOGY for the Commodore 64! This awesome release features THREE full enhanced SEUCK games from Alf Yngve + an extra bonus game! The Last Amazon 1 & 2 have been specially enhanced by Shaun 'Laser Hawk' Coleman and feature special weapon power-ups and various other brand-new in-game enhancements.  This release also features two bonus games:-  … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Amazon Trilogy (C64) FREE.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

78% User Score Based on 201 reviews

G-Rebels: An action-packed combat flight sim in a dystopian open world full of intrigue, free exploration, dangerous missions and breathtaking flight maneuvers. In the year 2684, Earth was almost completely flooded by catastrophic events. The survivors created floating megacities, which compete for the remaining natural resources. As part of an elite unit of the most powerful city-state, it is you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to G-Rebels.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

88% User Score Based on 115 reviews

Remember to wishlist the Full Game!Experience the Prologue! Play through the events prior to the story of the main game and witness the beginning of the journey Glyde and Wing set out on! Explore a number of elemental biomes full of collectibles, dragons, puzzles, secrets and more!Fiery and Action-packed Combat System!Experience a deep, challenging and fun combat system! Easy to learn, but hard to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glyde The Dragon™: Prologue.

99%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

99% User Score Based on 162 reviews

Inspired by a certain 1988 cult classic, ASTROLANCER carries the 8-bit mantle into a retro-styled adventure with modern appeal. Alternating between top-down shooting and high-flying shoot 'em up sections, the player will fight to destroy the FORMATROID threat while expanding their arsenal along the way. If you get into a tight spot, use your invincible THRUST ATTACK to break through! ASTROLANCER … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASTROLANCER.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

77% User Score Based on 215 reviews

X-Wing vs TIE Fighter comes to Steam bundled with the Balance of Power expansion. Star Wars: X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter is the third release of the Star Wars: X-Wing space combat flight simulator series. The player has the ability to choose for each mission which squadron he or she wants to fly in (e.g. either the Y-wings that disable a ship for capture or the X-wings that support them), his or her … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STAR WARS X-Wing vs TIE Fighter: Balance of Power Campaigns.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story

97% User Score Based on 90 reviews

About ASURA THE STRIKERASURA THE STRIKER is a high-speed 3D rail shooter inspired by the legendary arcade shooters of the 80s and 90s. Take control of the humanoid combat weapon "ASURA" and intercept waves of invaders descending from space. Experience explosive action, relentless speed, and intense battles against overwhelming enemy forces. Energy Shot – Your primary ranged attack… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 閃攻機人アスラ - ASURA THE STRIKER -.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

72% User Score Based on 321 reviews

Critic Score 55%Based on 2 reviews

Steampunk Tower 2 is an action-strategy game set in the alternative Steampunk universe. In Lord Bingham’s military service there is a new secret weapon under your command, the gigantic aircraft Carrier transporting the Battle Tower. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steampunk Tower 2.

39%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

59% User Score Based on 17 reviews

War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rangok Skies.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

70% User Score Based on 488 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 22 reviews

TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT is a larger than life, 2D side-scrolling action adventure from Game Freak. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TEMBO THE BADASS ELEPHANT.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

89% User Score Based on 26,674 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 51 reviews

The Japan-exclusive Premium Edition of Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown includes the base game, the Season Pass, and the Original Aircraft Series. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

68% User Score Based on 213 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 9 reviews

Drifting Lands is an hybrid of classical horizontal shoot'em'up with a lot of strong gameplay elements coming straight from the action-RPG genre. If you want an original diablo-like game or you want a different kind of shoot'em'up, you're in the right place! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drifting Lands.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization

97% User Score Based on 115 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

RefRain: Prism Memories - is an empowering, cyberpunk, bullet-hell shoot-'em-up that focuses on fast-paced, offensive gameplay. Dive into a hazardous digital world, cycle through 3 different attack modes, and delete the opposition with superior firepower. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RefRain: Prism Memories.