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Games like Mine the Deep

Games like Mine the Deep

Looking for games like Mine the Deep? Here are top arcade shooter recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Operation: Outbreak Idle, The Battle of Aurinoxia or BreakDespair2D.

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  1. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, gameplay
    93% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Command automated military defenses, upgrade your fortress, and survive massive zombie waves in this action-packed idle defense game. Build powerful defenses, unlock upgrades, and hold the line against endless undead hordes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operation: Outbreak Idle.

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  2. 48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    77% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    The Battle of Aurinoxia is a retro-inspired fast-paced vertical space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. StoryThe Alliance's mission to exploit precious resources from Aurinoxia IV has erupted in conflict with residents of the system. As the Aurinoxians commence a brutal attack on Alliance ships, they target mining operations and de… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Battle of Aurinoxia.

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  3. Enjoy mining, upgrades, and explosive growth in this all-directional scrolling shooter. Auto-upgrades allow idle play, with no time limits or game overs. Defaults work fine, story scenes can be skipped, 20 weapons unlock later, and levels can reach 900 million. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BreakDespair2D.

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  4. The world is dying in agony. Days grow darker, nights stretch into endless voids, and humanity’s time is running out. Our only chance for survival is migration to the Taurus Constellation. Welcome to the absolute bullet hell. You are a lone pilot fighting through relentless enemy armadas to secure our tomorrow. RIDE THE HYPE, UNLEASH HELL A dark threat looms on the surface. A fanatical cult kn… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beat Taurus.

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  5. Competitive endless sci-fi tower defense game with global leaderboards where you strategically place and upgrade Glowbots to stop waves of enemies across vibrant space maps. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glowbot Tower Defense.

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  6. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, graphics
    91% User Score Based on 130 reviews

    Outlast the onslaught in a sci-fi survivors-like where your decisions matter as much as your firepower. Command customizable starships, enhance your arsenal with 100+ strategy-defining upgrades, and annihilate endless fleets of cosmic combatants! Carve your legacy among the stars or die trying! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starforged Legacy.

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  7. Discord Community About the GameBecome the Starborn Survivor! The galaxy is under attack. You are the Starborn Survivor, an ancient robotic warrior, previously known as a Nova Sentinel, armed with forgotten technology, tasked with defending worlds from an alien invasion. In this debut game from our indie team, you’ll face relentless waves of enemies, uncover your mysterious origins, and upgrade… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starborn Survivor.

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    57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Neon Invaders will take you back to your gaming roots with its constant action and relentlessly brutal enemies. Absorb enemy shots of the same colour to trigger a flurry of fire to decimate the alien invaders. Dodge and Match your way to victory through 40 levels and 5 difficulty settings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neon Invaders.

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  9. Enter the world of Hillbilly Hellfire, a brutal third-person tower defense game where you step into the boots of Skeeter—a grizzled, hillbilly tasked with defending a sacred relic against relentless demon hordes. Armed with a heavenly handgun and an array of divine defenses, Skeeter must survive wave after wave of hellish invaders, determined to destroy the holy relic hidden across the USA. When … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HillbillyHellfire.

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  10. Lead a small fleet in a cut-off 2D space sector where trade, colonies, fuel, supplies and battles decide who survives. Build your faction, explore unknown systems, develop colonies, fit ships and shape a living simulated galaxy alone or with friends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NGC-404: Fractured Sector.

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  11. Lunaris is a fast-paced sci-fi top-down roguelite shooter: survive escalating enemy waves, stack powerful passive and active abilities, craft wild build synergies, and turn the arena into a neon storm of lasers and explosions. Every run feels fresh and intense. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lunaris.

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  12. The Enemy Is Evolving. So Must You. Invaders Evolutions transforms the classic fixed-screen alien shooter into a run-based, 100-level arcade survival war with no permanent power creep. You are humanity's last defensive line, fighting through a dark retro-industrial invasion toward the final Mothership encounter. Moment to moment, it is fast, readable arcade action: slide the turret through incom… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invaders Evolutions.

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  13. The Merlian Empire has seized control of the Five Worlds. With the galaxy under threat, hope lies in the hands of the Starlight Squad—a fearless team of heroines ready to fight back. Starlight Squad is a fast-paced vertical shoot 'em up featuring handcrafted pixel art, epic boss battles, and explosive arcade action. Choose one of three playable pilots—each with a unique ship, playstyle, and speci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starlight Squad.

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  14. "Magic Cat" is a hand-drawn 2D roguelike game. Players play a little black cat mage to fight—each battle a new trial. Leveling up brings surprises; challenges are unique. Facing monster waves, players strengthen magic via choices, move step by step, defeat the ultimate Boss. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magic Cat.

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  15. Fight endless waves of enemies in a fast-paced roguelite space survivor. Build devastating ship combinations, unlock powerful upgrades and survive the void. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nova Star: Void Survival.

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  16. Roadmap About the GameStart Small. Become Unstoppable Mine or Burn is an incremental bullet hell roguelite where every run transforms a fragile mining ship into an asteroid-shredding powerhouse. Harvest resources, stack powerful upgrades, and unlock ship systems that mine, gather, and defend on their own. Survive against increasingly dangerous threats, build momentum, discover powerful combi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mine or Burn.

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  17. PROJECT FOXX IS FEATURED IN THE INDIA GAMES SHOWCASE!We're excited to share that Project Foxx is participating in the India Games Showcase 2026!  This is a huge milestone for us, and we're incredibly grateful for the support we've received from the community so far. Seeing players discover the game, share their excitement, and add it to their wishlists has been amazing. Thank you for your suppor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Axel Foxx: Operation Clawback.

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  18. JOIN US Roadmap About the Game DEPLOY. DESTROY. RECLAIM.Mayhem Fortress is a session-based, post-apocalyptic third-person shooter where you pilot heavily armed mechas to reclaim a world overrun by rogue AI and hostile creatures. Drop into dangerous zones, complete high-risk missions, and fight your way through relentless enemies to secure valuable resources and restore control. Prepa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mayhem Fortress.

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  19. Take to the skies in this 2D depiction of World War 2 in the 1940's. You will be constantly under attack from Enemy war birds hell bent on taking you down. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wings Of WW2.

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    Take control of your spaceship in LasTarSurvive relentless enemy waves and build unstoppable combinations in this fast-paced 2D spaceship roguelike. Every run is a new opportunity to grow stronger. Start carefully, manage your positioning, and evolve your ship with powerful upgrades, unique amulets, and versatile weapons that completely change how you play. Key Features50+ Upgrades to Shape Your… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LasTar.

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  21. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    A cosmic bullet-hell roguelike. Holy Justice is an exhilarating arcade shooter where you upgrade your ship with Core Enhancers, create unexpected combinations, discover unique devices at critical moments, and unleash outrageously powerful builds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Holy Justice: Galaxy Outcast.

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  22. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 520 reviews

    Explore dungeons, fight hordes of monsters and survive on a huge map. This is Ocean Keeper - an action roguelike with tower defense elements. Mine resources in caves, customize your Mech Spider, upgrade different weapons and face dangerous bosses that won't leave you a chance! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ocean Keeper: Dome Survival.

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  23. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    91% User Score Based on 454 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 2 reviews

    Blast hordes of alien ships into junk. Collect the scrap to upgrade your ship into an unstoppable force of destruction. Unlock new characters and weapons and upgrade your stats between runs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Scrappers.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    99% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    Red Tether is an action-packed "combat-puzzle" roguelite. You will tear apart massive space fleets, using nothing but your advanced tether harpoons. Pull and crash ships into another, rip their components off, then grapple-swing your way out of danger. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Tether.

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  25. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 2,269 reviews

    Take control of your own spaceship, with a vast galaxy to explore, mine, quest, trade, fight and even craft your own weapons. Start small, improve, complete missions, gather allies (or hire mercenaries), grow big and powerful. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Valor.

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  26. FORGE YOUR OWN BUILDEvery run begins with nothing—but every decision shapes what you become. Gather resources from fallen enemies, dismantle powerful technology, and craft an arsenal uniquely suited to your playstyle. Every weapon, upgrade, and piece of equipment opens new strategic possibilities, allowing you to create devastating combinations that evolve throughout your run. There are no prede… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neophyte Protocol.

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  27. A fast-paced sci-fi action roguelite where you battle escalating enemy waves, combine powerful abilities, and take on challenging boss encounters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aetheris Core.

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  28. Galactic ConflictCommand your empire in a real-time 4X strategy experience where every decision shapes the fate of the galaxy. Expand across star systems, exploit resources, build powerful fleets, and wage war against rival AI empires in a constantly evolving battlefield. Whether you dominate through expansion, strategy, or overwhelming force, only one empire will control the galaxy. Expand, Ex… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Conflict.

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  29. Fight endless hordes, stack insane upgrades, and climb the leaderboards. How long can you survive — and how overpowered can you become? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Cyber Exorcism.

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  30. Introducing Star Armada an engaging auto-battler strategy game where you forge your ultimate armada of capital spaceships and lead them into epic battles against formidable foes. Experience dynamic gameplay as you unlock powerful upgrades, turrets, and abilities with each playthrough, and test your strategic prowess in this immersive journey through the cosmos. In Star Armada you'll navigate the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Armada.

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  31. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    CURRENTLY IN VERY EARLY DEVELOPMENT BY A SOLO FIRST TIME DEV ALL FEEDBACK MORE THAN WELCOME STEAM PAGE COMING SOON Stake your claim in a belt of endless riches,and endless risks. Meridian: The Belt drops you into the asteroid belt orbiting the enigmatic planet Meridian, a miner bound by a 5,000,000-credit debt to the ruthless NexTerra Corporation. Your mission: pilot your ship, harvest r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meridian - The Belt.

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  32. Orbis Fractura is the next evolution in classic arcade action. Smash through dynamic sci-fi arenas with explosive power-ups, relentless enemy formations, and a pulse-pounding electro-metal soundtrack. Designed for old-school arcade fans, it’s a bold 3D reimagining of Breakout-style gameplay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbis Fractura.

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  33. Defend Earth From Total DestructionA massive asteroid storm is heading straight for Earth. Humanity's last hope rests in the hands of a handful of brave pilots willing to launch into deep space and stop the incoming threat. Take control of powerful spacecraft, blast apart giant asteroids, and fight for survival in this fast-paced arcade shooter inspired by the golden age of classic space games. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asteroid Blasters.

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  34. Take on an entire army in this 80s inspired retro top down vertical scrolling shooter. Be a one man war machine or take a friend into battle for some fun 2 player local co-op. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Wars.

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  35. Huntervania is a fast-paced action roguelike inspired by the chaotic intensity of Vampire Survivors and Brotato. Face relentless hordes, develop your character, and become an unstoppable hunter—or fall in the attempt. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Huntervania.

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  36. Don’t PANIC!At its heart, this is a personal passion project. I've poured my creativity and effort into every system of this tactical space shooter, building a solid foundation for a vast journey. Rather than listing distant promises, I’m committed to delivering meaningful, frequent updates that steadily expand the universe. The foundation is strong, and the future is bright - No rush. No compromi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Don't PANIC!.

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  37. The year is 2670, humanity has begun its outward colonial expansion into the stars, the HEC (Human-Earth Coalition) began setting up colonies on the Moon, Venus and Mars. upon expanding out into the Exo-Planets they began scouting Jupiter's moon of IO, where they discovered strange readings. This would lead them to discovering another space faring race known as the Pilakarr, a humanoid species tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solar Defense.

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  38. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 678 reviews

    A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunlocked.

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  39. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    84% User Score Based on 127 reviews

    Silent Sector is a crazy sci-fi action rpg from a new distant Wild West dominated by powerful corporations locked in a fight for a rare mineral called Eldorite. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silent Sector.

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  40. Desert Kill is a top-down roguelike action shooter where you have to destroy evil forces in the most brutal way If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DESERT KILL.

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    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! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to INSPACE 2980.

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  42. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 211 reviews

    A single star fighter trying to save as many civilians as possible before they are overrun by a marauder armada. You'll need to gather new weapons, upgrade your ship, find resources, trade with other ships and more to overcome the challenge before you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Power of Ten.

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  43. Haul cargo, hunt bounties, upgrade your ship and get paid in a gritty lo-fi universe. Hand painted graphics, procedural generated star systems that can be navigated, story campaign mode or huge open-world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Protospace.

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  44. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    OBLITACRATER is a twin stick shooter where you fight endless alien monsters in increasingly difficult waves on a cute little planet! There is only one goal in OBLITACRATER, increase your score. Each DROP to the planet adds to a single running score. You can end the drop at any time by pressing the BIG RED BUTTON at the top of of the planet which also locks in your score and adds it to your total.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OBLITACRATER.

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  45. About This GameASHES OF THE BELT is a top-down space shooter built around fast runs, heavy firepower, and satisfying progression—without the usual friction. There’s no inventory management, and you don’t lose your run rewards if you die or decide to end a run early. Jump in, fight, collect, upgrade, and push further each time. You’ll battle across space and planet surfaces, harvesting resources f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ashes of the Belt.

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  46. Pilot your ship through the Void in 'Void Reaper'. Face diverse enemies, upgrade your ship, and battle bosses to reach the End Boss in this action-packed void odyssey. Can you destroy the Void and save the world? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Reaper.

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  47. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 133 reviews

    Welcome to Breakpoint, a twin-stick slasher that provides all the hectic action of a bullet hell with the crunchy satisfaction of melee combat. Unlike other twin stick games, there are zero ranged attacks in Breakpoint. You have to control the battlefield with a variety of physical attacks. Slice, smash, and crush your way through waves of enemies to defeat the swarm. Move and groove your way thro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breakpoint.

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  48. A solo indie-developed pixelated 2D arcade space shoot-'em-up that captures the nostalgia and high-octane fun of beloved 80s and 90s arcade experiences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbital Siege.

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  49. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 10,045 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth of an action RPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nova Drift.

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  50. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    81% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    A fast-paced ARPG / roguelike hybrid with lasers, alien bugs, WASD / twin-stick controls, random loot, and procedurally-generated levels. Wield legendary weapons, unlock devastating skills, create overpowered builds – and turn your enemies' attacks against them. Try the free demo! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combat Complex.

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