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Games like Things That Bounce and Explode

If Things That Bounce and Explode is your kind of game, the closest matches are Space Fuel, Dextram and In Extremis — picked from the ranked list below. 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.

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About Things That Bounce and Explode: Things That Bounce and Explode is a fast-paced blend of brick-breaker and action RPG. Fight against the Blokolonian menace with an arsenal of mighty B.A.L.L.s, and master thousands of builds in this ever-evolving bouncing adventure!

2021ActionIndie3.99 USDWindowsby LNDFRR
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Players who liked Things That Bounce and Explode also play

Steam players who put hours into Things That Bounce and Explode also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. Space Fuel

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Things That Bounce and Explode fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Bite-sized arcade shmup. Slam enemies, beat Bosses, get power-ups and repeat! Pilot your ship through deep space.

    2021ActionIndieCasual4.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Dextram

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Things That Bounce and Explode fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    This arcade shoot 'em up has no shooting and you can only turn right. Avoid waves of enemies and get points as they crash into each other. Pick up power-ups, such as a large laser or a force field to destroy the enemies. Die, get a score and repeat to get a higher score the next run.

    2021ActionIndieCasual5.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. In Extremis

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Things That Bounce and Explode fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    In Extremis is a challenging and provocative shoot'em up about finding yourself in the chaos of the universe.

    2016ActionIndieFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Offendron Warrior

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Things That Bounce and Explode fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Offendron Warrior is a retro arcade that combines shooting and defense. Your objective is saving Offendron civilians in the planets from the group of enemies, who are trying to spread a virus that turns Offendrons into mindless killing machines and eventually destroy the whole planet.

    2018ActionIndieFree To Play0.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. LUFTRAUSERS

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Things That Bounce and Explode fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    The skies are aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Take to the skies in customized fighter planes to battle battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.

    2014ActionIndieSimulation9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Nova Drift

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Things That Bounce and Explode fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG 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.

    2024ActionIndie17.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Distant Space

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Things That Bounce and Explode fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Distant Space are present the arcade game of cosmic fights in arcade style of the 80's, this is a game where you can control the spaceship and forced to destroy extraterrestrials, which are moving in the certain order.

    2016ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Switch 'N' Shoot

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Things That Bounce and Explode fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!

    2016ActionIndieCasual3.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Things That Bounce and Explode at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Things That Bounce and Explode on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    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?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. The Test

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Things That Bounce and Explode on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    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?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Milk inside a bag of milk inside a bag of milk

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~63% under Things That Bounce and Explode on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    A short story about what sort of challenges everyday little things can be. Help the girl buy milk, be the first not to disappoint her.

    2020IndieAdventure1.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Blood and Bacon

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Things That Bounce and Explode on Steam right now. Shares Action with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    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.

    2016ActionAdventureCasual0.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Things That Bounce and Explode on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    shapez is an easy-going, minimalistic factory building game about the automation of shapes through extraction and satisfying production lines. Adapt to increasingly complex shapes and grow your factory across an infinitely expanding map. Your only limitation is your creativity!

    2020StrategyIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. The Test: Hypothesis Rising

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Things That Bounce and Explode on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    The second chapter in The Test trilogy. Answer a series of in-depth questions to reveal hidden truths about yourself and unlock secrets to discover how your life can change drastically with just a few, slight modifications. ...But are you sure you want the answers you seek?

    2020IndieAdventureSimulation1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. The NOexistenceN of you AND me

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Things That Bounce and Explode on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Use "game" as a medium to showcase the world of "you/girl". Explore the truth of "you/girl/world" through the form of a "visual novel".

    2024IndieAdventureRPG1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Shower With Your Dad Simulator 2015: Do You Still Shower With Your Dad

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~75% under Things That Bounce and Explode on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    "Shower With Your Dad Simulator 2015: Do You Still Shower With Your Dad?" is a fast paced shower-simulation where you shower with your 8-bit dad.It's good, clean fun!

    2015ActionIndieSimulation0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    The Literature Club is full of cute girls! Will you write the way into their heart? This game is not suitable for children or those who are easily disturbed.

    2017IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Episode 1 now FREE! Life is Strange is an award-winning and critically acclaimed episodic adventure game that allows the player to rewind time and affect the past, present and future.

    2015ActionAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Bongo cat needs your help. Bongo cat needz more hatz!!! Every time you press a key, Bongo cat will punch your taskbar. Type, click, play, work to collect more points. Which hats will you find?

    2025IndieSimulationMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Sonic the Hedgehog...was murdered!? Get to the bottom of the mystery in this brand-new adventure!

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Indigo Park: Chapter 1

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    Explore the abandoned childhood wonder of Indigo Park! Guided by Rambley the Raccoon, help restore power to the destroyed amusement park while you run from the reason it shut down.

    2024ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    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.

    2024ActionFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Our Life: Beginnings & Always

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Things That Bounce and Explode.

    A twenty-dollar bill, four summers, fifteen years, and a one of a kind life. Create an experience that’s all your own in this near-fully customizable visual novel where you grow from childhood to adulthood with the lonely boy next door.

    2020IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Things That Bounce and Explode

How much does Things That Bounce and Explode cost?
Things That Bounce and Explode is listed on Steam at 3.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Things That Bounce and Explode?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Things That Bounce and Explode are Space Fuel, Dextram, In Extremis.
Who developed Things That Bounce and Explode?
Things That Bounce and Explode was developed by LNDFRR.

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