Games like Armageddon (C64/Spectrum)
If Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) is your kind of game, the closest matches are Caterpilla (Spectrum/VIC-20), Gun on the Chickahominy and Blue Lightning — 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.
Get personalized picks →About Armageddon (C64/Spectrum): In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for the ZX Spectrum and Commodore 64 by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, protect cities from waves of nuclear attack by using powerful missile batteries.
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Caterpilla (Spectrum/VIC-20)
WHY THIS
Top pick for Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for the ZX Spectrum by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, shoot the deadly Caterpilla as it weaves its way down the screen, while also contending with mushrooms that block the way, and a fearsome spider!
Gun on the Chickahominy
WHY THIS
Second-strongest match for Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Gun on the Chickahominy (GotC) is a casual pixel target game set during the American War Between the States. Players take command of a small cannon crew situated on the banks of the Chickahominy River and attempt to stem the Federal invasion of Virginia.
Blue Lightning
WHY THIS
Third-strongest match for Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
In this high-octane flight shooter, originally released in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take control of the top-secret high-tech fighter jet Blue Lightning. Penetrate enemy territory and fly nine crucial missions in a variety of environments.
Electrocop
WHY THIS
Ranked #4 for Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
In this unique 3d shooter, originally released in 1991 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a high-tech cop tasked with rescuing the President's daughter, who was kidnapped by an evil robot, before she is killed.
Cosmic Cruiser
WHY THIS
Ranked #5 for Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
In this unique shooter from 1984. take on the role of a pilot of an out-dated Cosmic Cruiser, fighting to rescue the crew of a distant space station that had been captured by a raiding party from the sinister Rallom Empire.
Raid on the Zone
WHY THIS
Ranked #6 for Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Fight in a furious battle against “The Zone”, a mysterious terrorist group hell-bent on destroying the world. Cripple their defenses with your dual-prop helicopter and massive arsenal of weaponry in this retro-inspired homage to arcade games of the 80’s.
Cosmic Wartoad
WHY THIS
Ranked #7 for Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
The Queen of the Cosmic Wartoads has been abducted by the Rigellian Slime Beasts, their deadliest foe, and turned into the most hideous thing imaginable: a human being! Traverse the Rygellian Time-Void, reach the Slime King's lair and dismantle their deathly machine with your Cosmic Tool Kit.
Frenzy
WHY THIS
Ranked #8 for Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for the ZX Spectrum by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, search labarinthine levels for the exit, while surviving an ever-increasing onslaught of deadly robots.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) at current Steam store prices.
POSTAL 2
WHY THIS
Priced ~75% under Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) on Steam right now. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
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?
Blood and Bacon
WHY THIS
Priced ~75% under Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) on Steam right now. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
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.
Shower With Your Dad Simulator 2015: Do You Still Shower With Your Dad
WHY THIS
Priced ~75% under Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) on Steam right now. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
"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!
Bit Blaster XL
WHY THIS
Priced ~75% under Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) on Steam right now. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!
TYRONE vs COPS
WHY THIS
Priced ~75% under Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) on Steam right now. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Awaken the latent power of your melanin and kill cops in this thought-provoking game on police brutality in America.
Orbt XL
WHY THIS
Priced ~75% under Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) on Steam right now. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Defy gravity in Orbt XL! A fast-paced, addictive, 'just-one-more-round' arcade score chaser. Stay in orbit, dodge obstacles, and rack up points, the closer you are to the black hole, the higher your score! Easy to learn, tough to master, and perfect for quick play sessions while waiting in queue.
Toree 2
WHY THIS
Priced ~75% under Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) on Steam right now. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
A bite-sized 3D Platformer sequel with more focus on the things people enjoyed in the first game like fast gameplay, flow focused levels and cute costumes (two this time).
UBERMOSH Vol.5
WHY THIS
Priced ~75% under Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) on Steam right now. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
The fifth volume of the arcade series UBERMOSH.
Free alternatives
Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.
Counter-Strike:Global Offensive
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Counter-Strike:Global Offensive (CS:GO) expands upon the team-based action gameplay that it pioneered when it was launched over 2 decades ago. CS:GO features new maps, characters, weapons, and game modes, and delivers updated versions of the classic CS content (de_dust2, etc.).
The Expendabros
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
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 Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
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.
Star Fetchers
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
The introduction to a wild ride with gangsters and deep state conspiracy theories
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 Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Thoughts and expectations ARPG
Disfigure
WHY THIS
Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
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!
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More from Ocean Software
Other recommendable Steam games by Ocean Software, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
The Great Escape
WHY THIS
Another title from Ocean Software, the studio behind Armageddon (C64/Spectrum). Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Captured, but not defeated, you are being held in the notorious Heldentod camp. This small, converted castle in the middle of nowhere will be your home for the rest of the war—unless you can escape to rejoin the Allied Armies.
Where Time Stood Still
WHY THIS
Another title from Ocean Software, the studio behind Armageddon (C64/Spectrum). Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Your plane has ditched on a mountain plateau somewhere in deepest Tibet. You and your companions are alive but recovery from the impact is short lived; a large shape is moving towards you. As it gets closer you rub your eyes in disbelief: a Dinosaur! Where are you?... and when?
Last Rites
WHY THIS
Another title from Ocean Software, the studio behind Armageddon (C64/Spectrum). Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
"We are food, but not for long." The Zombie apocalypse has come, and your squad is the last line of defense. Command a Special Forces unit with high-tech weaponry in this mission-based FPS with sprawling indoor and outdoor environments.
Central Intelligence
WHY THIS
Another title from Ocean Software, the studio behind Armageddon (C64/Spectrum). Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Central Intelligence is the ultimate test of your strategic skills. In this CIA-style mission you can operate in three areas, Propaganda, Military, and Political, to achieve your objectives.
ELF
WHY THIS
Another title from Ocean Software, the studio behind Armageddon (C64/Spectrum). Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
The brave elf Cornelius must set out on a quest to save his true love from the clutches of Necrilous the Not Very Nice. Many villainous creatures, devious puzzles, traps, and tricky platforming challenges stand between Cornelius and his beloved, but they will be no match for him and his magic ring!
Sleepwalker
WHY THIS
Another title from Ocean Software, the studio behind Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Lee sleepwalks on city rooftops, through the local zoo, down into a cavernous crypt, and across an active construction site! It’s up to Lee’s loyal dog Ralph to watch over him, neutralize hazards, and safely guide him home to his bed without waking him up in this hilarious puzzle platformer.
Pushover
WHY THIS
Another title from Ocean Software, the studio behind Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
G.I.Ant is extremely clever, and highly trained in tactical maneuvers. What's more, he is extraordinarily strong, and super smart. His latest mission is to gain access to the crazy world of Captain Rat's Treasure Caves. Straight forward, huh?...... NOT!
Motor Mash
WHY THIS
Another title from Ocean Software, the studio behind Armageddon (C64/Spectrum). Shares Action with Armageddon (C64/Spectrum).
Get Into the Mash! And Get into the 3D Cartoon Madness, 12 different cars and drivers in a fast, varied, style and weapons, lots of weapons!
Frequently asked about Armageddon (C64/Spectrum)
- How much does Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) cost?
- Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) is listed on Steam at 3.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- What games are most similar to Armageddon (C64/Spectrum)?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) are Caterpilla (Spectrum/VIC-20), Gun on the Chickahominy, Blue Lightning.
- Who developed Armageddon (C64/Spectrum)?
- Armageddon (C64/Spectrum) was developed by Ocean Software and published by Pixel Games UK.
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