Games like Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection
If Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection is your kind of game, the closest matches are Contra Anniversary Collection, Viral Reload EX and HUNTDOWN — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its faithful arcade authenticity, historical guidebook included and pattern memorization mastery. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.
Get personalized picks →About Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection: 8 KONAMI arcade classics of the 80s, from Nemesis to TwinBee. Including bonus eBook packed with new information never before revealed to the public.
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Contra Anniversary Collection
WHY THIS
Shares co op play and a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Top pick for Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.
Viral Reload EX
WHY THIS
Second-strongest match for Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Viral Reload EX is a shoot-em-up with a dash mechanic where you shrink down to fight infections at a microscopic scale! Can you defeat the evil Kyle Kaboom before he destroys the moon?
HUNTDOWN
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Third-strongest match for Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.
RagingBlasters
WHY THIS
Shares a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Ranked #4 for Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Casual with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.
Chicken Invaders 1
WHY THIS
Shares a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Ranked #5 for Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Casual with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.
Deathwish Enforcers Special Edition
WHY THIS
Shares a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Ranked #6 for Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
A gritty, non-stop blood bath from the creator of Insanity's Blade, Super Battle Princess Madelyn and the recently released GuardGrave. And a parody of beloved 60s and 70s classic action films, heroes and villains. Deathwish Enforcers... There's gonna be hell to pay!
Blazing Chrome
WHY THIS
Shares a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Ranked #7 for Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Contra: Operation Galuga
WHY THIS
Shares a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Ranked #8 for Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
The legendary Contra series returns! This reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the ‘80s features new stages, new enemies, new play mechanics, and co-op combat for up to 4 players!
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection at current Steam store prices.
Titanfall® 2
WHY THIS
Priced ~44% under Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection on Steam right now. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Respawn Entertainment gives you the most advanced titan technology in its new, single player campaign & multiplayer experience. Combine & conquer with new titans & pilots, deadlier weapons, & customization and progression systems that help you and your titan flow as one unstoppable killing force.
POSTAL 2
WHY THIS
Priced ~88% under Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection on Steam right now. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?
Buckshot Roulette
WHY THIS
Priced ~63% under Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection on Steam right now. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Play Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Four enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck!
The Test
WHY THIS
Priced ~75% under Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection on Steam right now.
You will answer a series of questions that will reveal truths from deep within. These questions may make you uncomfortable, but with great knowledge comes great sacrifice. Can you make it all the way through The Test, and if you do, are you sure you want the answers you seek?
Blood and Bacon
WHY THIS
Priced ~88% under Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection on Steam right now. Shares Action and Casual with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
This Co-op Shooter , has Day and Night levels, multiple maps, players will take on 25 enemy types and numerous bosses, like Gargantuan Monsters and Minibosses every 10 days as you explore, shoot and run for your life against the onslaught of porcine monstrosities.
Crypt of the NecroDancer
WHY THIS
Priced ~63% under Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection on Steam right now. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!
Super Hexagon
WHY THIS
Priced ~63% under Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection on Steam right now. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.
Placid Plastic Duck Simulator
WHY THIS
Priced ~75% under Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection on Steam right now. Shares Casual with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
The ultimate high-tech rubber duck simulation, Placid Plastic Duck brings you dangerous levels of relaxation. With chill music, dreamy 3D graphics, and many different happy ducks, your only priority is to float around. Zero Ducks given.
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STRAFTAT
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.
The Expendabros
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.
Iron Snout
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.
Magic Archery
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.
Train a commoner to become the greatest archer in this short incremental game! Increase your stats, gather wealth from quests, buy upgrades, and infuse your arrows with magic.
Eternal Senia
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Thoughts and expectations ARPG
Disfigure
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Disfigure is a grim-dark action rogue-like where you battle relentless hordes of monsters lurking in the shadows. Unlock powerful weapons, craft god-like builds with hundreds of upgrades, slay colossal bosses, and push your limits in intense 20–30 minute survival runs!
Peggle Extreme
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Casual with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Peggle Extreme delivers fast-paced puzzle action that combines elements of pinball and pachinko to create a truly unique game experience. Take your best shot with energizing arcade fun, now exclusively themed with art and sounds from Half-Life: Episode 2, Portal, and Team Fortress 2.
Princess Remedy in a World of Hurt
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Remedy, a recent graduate from the Saturnian healing school, must descend to Hurtland and use her powers to heal everyone from stray ducks to dark lords, and finally cure the ailing Prince Hingst. It's a short, whimsical adventure with plenty of heart(s).
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Coming soon from KONAMI
Announced and quality-gated upcoming releases from KONAMI — ranked by community wishlist demand from our scraped pool.
Castlevania: Belmont's Curse
WHY THIS
Announced upcoming release from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Crimson Curse —Will Your Fate Bloom in Despair or Salvation Set 23 years after Castlevania Dracula's Curse - follow Rose Belmont's journey in an all new 2D Action-Exploration title from KONAMI, Evil Empire and Motion Twin.
METAL GEAR SOLID: MASTER COLLECTION Vol.2
WHY THIS
Announced upcoming release from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
This second installment to the collection features “Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots” and “Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (HD Collection version),” and also a digital soundtrack and "Metal Gear: Ghost Babel" as bonus content.
METAL GEAR SOLID 4: Guns of the Patriots - Master Collection Version
WHY THIS
Announced upcoming release from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Solid Snake's final mission. Five years after the Big Shell incident, in an era where war has become a business due to the rise of PMCs (Private Military Contractors). To stop Liquid Ocelot's uprising, the legendary hero Solid Snake faces his final battle.
The Prince of Tennis Sweet School Festival ~♡-40 and more...~
WHY THIS
Announced upcoming release from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
One day during summer vacation, a joint school festival is announced. As part of the festival’s management committee, you’ll work with the tennis club to prepare festival events, strengthen your bonds, and lead your school to victory.
The Prince of Tennis Doki Doki Survival ~eternal passion! Tie break ♡ game~
WHY THIS
Announced upcoming release from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
One summer day, just before the national junior tennis tournament, you and your friend board the same ship as players heading to a training camp. A sudden storm leaves you all stranded on a deserted island, where survival becomes unavoidable.
METAL GEAR SOLID: Peace Walker - Master Collection Version
WHY THIS
Announced upcoming release from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
From Naked Snake to Big Boss. Ten years after Operation Snake Eater. While commanding a private military force in Colombia, guests from Costa Rica visit Snake. Accepting their request, Snake leads his men into confronting the conspiracy behind the East-West Cold War.
More from KONAMI
Other recommendable Steam games by KONAMI, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
METAL GEAR SOLID V: THE PHANTOM PAIN
WHY THIS
Shares a tense mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Another title from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Ushering in a new era for the METAL GEAR franchise with cutting-edge technology powered by the Fox Engine, METAL GEAR SOLID V: The Phantom Pain, will provide players a first-rate gaming experience as they are offered tactical freedom to carry out open-world missions.
METAL GEAR SOLID V: GROUND ZEROES
WHY THIS
Shares a tense mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Another title from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
World-renowned Kojima Productions brings the Metal Gear Solid franchise to Steam with METAL GEAR SOLID V: GROUND ZEROES. Play as the legendary hero Snake and infiltrate a Cuban military base to rescue the hostages. Can you make it out alive?
METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER
WHY THIS
Shares a tense mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Another title from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
A remake of the 2004 game METAL GEAR SOLID 3: SNAKE EATER, with the same gripping story and engrossing world, now with all new graphics and 3D audio that enhance the jungle atmosphere. Get ready for the ultimate survival stealth action experience.
METAL GEAR SOLID 3: Snake Eater - Master Collection Version
WHY THIS
Shares a tense mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Another title from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater is the origin story of Naked Snake and his mentor The Boss and the fifth title in the METAL GEAR series.
METAL GEAR SURVIVE
WHY THIS
Another title from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
METAL GEAR SURVIVE builds upon MGSV’s stealth action gameplay with elements of exploration and survival creating a bold new experience. *An internet connection is required to play the game.
METAL GEAR SOLID - Master Collection Version
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Another title from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
The first 3D title in the METAL GEAR series pioneering a new level of stealth action with live action footage, cinematic cut scenes, and innovative gameplay.
METAL GEAR SOLID 2: Sons of Liberty - Master Collection Version
WHY THIS
Another title from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
The fourth game in the METAL GEAR series: set over two incidents in 2007 and 2009, featuring Solid Snake and Raiden, introducing new stealth gameplay features.
Castlevania Dominus Collection
WHY THIS
Shares a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Another title from KONAMI, the studio behind Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Three incredible action adventure games from the Castlevania series have finally returned, for the first time! But wait, there's more! Haunted Castle Revisited, a redesigned version of the very first Castlevania arcade game, makes its debut!
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Contra Anniversary Collection
WHY THIS
Shares co op play and a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.
HUNTDOWN
WHY THIS
Shares a nostalgic mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.
RagingBlasters
WHY THIS
Shares a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Casual with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.
Blazing Chrome
WHY THIS
Shares a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Contra: Operation Galuga
WHY THIS
Shares a retro mood with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection.
The legendary Contra series returns! This reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the ‘80s features new stages, new enemies, new play mechanics, and co-op combat for up to 4 players!
Frequently asked about Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection
- Does Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection work on Steam Deck?
- Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection is currently rated Unsupported on Steam Deck. It may not launch or may have significant issues that block normal play.
- How much does Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection cost?
- Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection is listed on Steam at 7.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- Does Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Shared/Split Screen Co-op, Co-op).
- What games are most similar to Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection are Contra Anniversary Collection, Viral Reload EX, HUNTDOWN.
- Who developed Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection?
- Arcade Classics Anniversary Collection was developed by KONAMI.
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