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Games like Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja

If Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja is your kind of game, the closest matches are Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns, New Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja and Retro Classix: Night Slashers — 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 Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja: Grab your club and get ready to go on a wild, prehistoric adventure with the Cavemen Ninjas – Joe & Mac! Play as Joe and Mac, two cavemen who fight against enemy cavemen and dinosaurs using prehistoric weapons.

2021ActionWindowsby Data East
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Steam players who put hours into Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja 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. Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Joe & Mac return in this frantic and zany single-screen arcade action platformer from Data East™. The local cave women have been kidnapped once again, so it’s up to these stone-age superstars to rescue them. Grab your club and get ready to dish out serious prehistoric pain!

    2021ActionSteam ↗
  2. New Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    We’re back in the distant Past, when “Rock & Roll” was just about rocks and “Fast food”, a dinner that you couldn’t catch. 2 cave dudes named Joe & Mac live in a peaceful and cool village. Cool it was, until a bogus bunch of Neanderthal snatched all the village’s women!

    2022ActionAdventure4.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Retro Classix: Night Slashers

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Take on hordes of frightful foes in this horror-themed beat ‘em up arcade brawler from Data East. You control one of three fighters whose sole objective is to deliver the beatdown to throngs of classic horror monsters. Time to show these abominations what a nightmare really looks like!

    2021ActionAdventureSteam ↗
  4. Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    From the developers of the Guns, Gore and Cannoli franchise comes a new 2D run & gun platformer: Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & TEEF! Spearhead an Ork invasion, destroy the hive city and kill your warboss! ‘Ere we go!

    2022ActionAdventure19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Primal Planet

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Unveil a heartfelt story of family, dinosaurs, and UFOs! Craft, upgrade, and survive in a realm of primeval predators, savage tribes and... ancient aliens. Rise from a humble cave dweller to the planet’s last hope — alone or in local co-op. Welcome to the dinovania!

    2025ActionIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Jitsu Squad

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Jitsu Squad is a Marvel vs Capcom inspired 4 player co-op TAG TEAM beat ‘em up with epic character transformations and fast paced combat.

    2022ActionIndie9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. MARVEL Cosmic Invasion

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    A cosmic battle awaits! Choose between 15 Marvel Super Heroes in this frenetic action beat ‘em up to fight against the deadly Annihilation Wave threatening the galaxy. From New York City to the depths of the Negative Zone, the future of the Marvel Universe will be fought for across the stars!

    2025ActionIndieAdventure29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Unruly Heroes

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    LET'S KUNG FU THEM ALL! Play solo or co-op and take control of four unlikely heroes that battle a diverse lineup of enemies, show off your Kung-Fu skills and journey west across stunning different environments in order to hunt for the scattered remnants of the Sacred Scroll.

    2019ActionIndieAdventure6.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

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

  1. Bongo Cat

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    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 ↗
  2. Awaria

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Awaria is a short game about working in haunted maintenance tunnels.

    2024ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. The Expendabros

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.

    2014ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. Iron Snout

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    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.

    2016ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. UNBEATABLE [white label]

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    A young girl learns a song. An exclusive side-story set in the world of D-CELL GAMES' upcoming rhythm-adventure.

    2021ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Star Fetchers

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    The introduction to a wild ride with gangsters and deep state conspiracy theories

    2020ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. 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.

    2024IndieSimulationRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Coloring Pixels

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it.

    A relaxing coloring by numbers game. Enjoy completing a variety of images with differing themes, complexity, and sizes.

    2018IndieFree To PlayCasualFreeSteam ↗

More from Data East

Other recommendable Steam games by Data East, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. Street Hoop

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Data East, the studio behind Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    The legendary 3 on 3 arcade basketball game returns.

    2019SportsIndieCasual4.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Retro Classix: Bad Dudes

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Data East, the studio behind Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Play as the Bad Dudes pursuing ninjas through the New York City streets, a moving big rig truck, a large storm sewer, a forest, a freight train on an old Southern Pacific line, a cave, and into an underground factory in order to save President Ronnie in the classic arcade beat 'em up.

    2021ActionSteam ↗
  3. Retro Classix: SRD - Super Real Darwin

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Data East, the studio behind Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Super Real Darwin is a fast-paced, vertical scrolling shoot-em-up that rewards skill and persistence – a cult classic for the retro shmup fan. Take control of a fighter ship capable of mutating into different shapes as it evolves while fighting off enemy invaders.

    2021ActionSteam ↗
  4. Retro Classix: Super BurgerTime

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Data East, the studio behind Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    The 2-player sequel to the classic BurgerTime! In Super BurgerTime, play as Peter Pepper Jr. and complete the burgers, but watch out for Mr. Hot Dog, Mr. Egg and the dangerous Mr. Pickle!

    2021ActionSteam ↗
  5. Retro Classix: Gate of Doom

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Data East, the studio behind Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Seal the Gate Of Doom forever! Gate of Doom is a classic arcade multiplayer action RPG originally released in 1990. You and a friend take on the role of one of four heroes of prophecy, the knight Carl F. Graystone, the wizard Fraya Edirne, the bard Riger Hawk, or the ninja Kirikaze.

    2021ActionAdventureRPGSteam ↗
  6. Retro Classix: Wizard Fire

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Data East, the studio behind Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Wizard Fire is a classic multiplayer arcade action RPG for one to two players, featuring five unique playable characters, epic boss fights, and stunning pixel graphics.

    2021ActionAdventureRPGSteam ↗
  7. Retro Classix: Two Crude

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Data East, the studio behind Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    In this colorful arcade classic, play as one or two mercenaries hired by the American government to stop the terrorist organization known as "Big Valley''. Your mission: fight these terrorists for control of post-apocalyptic New York City.

    2021ActionSteam ↗
  8. Retro Classix: Heavy Barrel

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Data East, the studio behind Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    In this arcade classic for one to two players, collect pieces to assemble the ultimate weapon as you fight through waves of terrorists that have occupied the control center of a nuclear missile site.

    2021ActionSteam ↗

Plays great on Steam Deck

Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.

  1. Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & Teef

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    From the developers of the Guns, Gore and Cannoli franchise comes a new 2D run & gun platformer: Warhammer 40,000: Shootas, Blood & TEEF! Spearhead an Ork invasion, destroy the hive city and kill your warboss! ‘Ere we go!

    2022ActionAdventure19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Primal Planet

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Unveil a heartfelt story of family, dinosaurs, and UFOs! Craft, upgrade, and survive in a realm of primeval predators, savage tribes and... ancient aliens. Rise from a humble cave dweller to the planet’s last hope — alone or in local co-op. Welcome to the dinovania!

    2025ActionIndieAdventure19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Jitsu Squad

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    Jitsu Squad is a Marvel vs Capcom inspired 4 player co-op TAG TEAM beat ‘em up with epic character transformations and fast paced combat.

    2022ActionIndie9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. MARVEL Cosmic Invasion

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    A cosmic battle awaits! Choose between 15 Marvel Super Heroes in this frenetic action beat ‘em up to fight against the deadly Annihilation Wave threatening the galaxy. From New York City to the depths of the Negative Zone, the future of the Marvel Universe will be fought for across the stars!

    2025ActionIndieAdventure29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Unruly Heroes

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja.

    LET'S KUNG FU THEM ALL! Play solo or co-op and take control of four unlikely heroes that battle a diverse lineup of enemies, show off your Kung-Fu skills and journey west across stunning different environments in order to hunt for the scattered remnants of the Sacred Scroll.

    2019ActionIndieAdventure6.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja

Does Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja 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 Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja are Retro Classix: Joe & Mac Returns, New Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja, Retro Classix: Night Slashers.
Who developed Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja?
Retro Classix: Joe & Mac - Caveman Ninja was developed by Data East and published by Ziggurat, 612 Games.

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