Rank 01Why this
Also Rogue-like and Bullet Hell, like Nuclear Throne.
- $14.99 (Price checked Nov 2)
- Deck Verified
- 2016
Games like Nuclear Throne
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Players who liked Nuclear Throne also play
The closest matches to Nuclear Throne: Enter the Gungeon, Risk of Rain (2013), Blazing Beaks, Neon Chrome, and Crypt of the NecroDancer. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
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Rank 02Why this
Also Rogue-lite and Rogue-like, like Nuclear Throne.
- $9.99 (Price checked Nov 2)
- Deck Playable
- 2013
Rank 03Why this
Also Rogue-lite and Top-Down Shooter, like Nuclear Throne.
- $14.99 (Price checked Oct 30)
- Deck Verified
- 2019
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Neon Chrome
Why this: Shares twin stick shooting with Nuclear Throne.
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Spelunky
Why this: Same tense mood as Nuclear Throne.
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- Released: 2015
- Developer: Vlambeer
- Price: $11.99checked Nov 2
- Steam Deck: Deck Verified
- 97% of 9,705 reviews
- Genres: Action, Indie, RPG
- Metacritic 89
- Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Players highlight
- Addictive rage quit loop
- Deaths are learning moments
- Short runs feel epic
- Brutal
- Intense
- Stressful
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The Binding of Isaac
Why this: Also Rogue-lite and Rogue-like, like Nuclear Throne.
Furi
Why this: Same stressful mood as Nuclear Throne.
Nex Machina
Why this: Shares twin stick shooting with Nuclear Throne.
KILL KNIGHT
Why this: Also Top-Down Shooter and Bullet Hell, like Nuclear Throne.
Cheaper alternatives
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Why this: Also Rogue-lite and Rogue-like, like Nuclear Throne.
Repetendium
Why this: Shares twin stick shooting with Nuclear Throne.
SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising
Why this: Also Rogue-lite and Top-Down Shooter, like Nuclear Throne.
God's Trigger
Why this: Also Top-Down Shooter and Rogue-like, like Nuclear Throne.
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Why this: Also Rogue-lite and Rogue-like, like Nuclear Throne.
Relic Hunters Zero: Remix
Why this: Shares twin stick shooting with Nuclear Throne.
Skillshot City
Why this: Also Rogue-lite and Top-Down Shooter, like Nuclear Throne.
Disfigure
Why this: Also Top-Down Shooter and Bullet Hell, like Nuclear Throne.
Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
Enter the Gungeon
Why this: Also Rogue-like and Bullet Hell, like Nuclear Throne.
Blazing Beaks
Why this: Also Rogue-lite and Top-Down Shooter, like Nuclear Throne.
Crypt of the NecroDancer
Why this: Also Rogue-lite and Rogue-like, like Nuclear Throne.
Spelunky
Why this: Same tense mood as Nuclear Throne.
More from Vlambeer
Other recommendable Steam games by Vlambeer, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.
Serious Sam: The Random Encounter
Why this: Same tense mood as Nuclear Throne.
Super Crate Box
Why this: Same intense mood as Nuclear Throne.
About Nuclear Throne
The closest matches to Nuclear Throne: Enter the Gungeon, Risk of Rain (2013), Blazing Beaks, Neon Chrome, and Crypt of the NecroDancer. Ranked by imho.run from Steam co-play data, shared tags and reviews.
If Nuclear Throne is your kind of game, the closest matches are Enter the Gungeon, Risk of Rain (2013) and Blazing Beaks — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers describe it as brutal, intense and stressful, and single out its crown unlocks and mutation system. 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.
Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic action roguelite developed by Vlambeer. Players navigate procedurally generated runs as mutant survivors, combining twin-stick shooting with a mutation system that grants temporary abilities and permanent unlocks across attempts. Short burst sessions reward skill expression over grinding, and players describe runs as feeling epic despite their brevity. The crown unlock system and secret paths encourage experimentation while speedrun challenges add longevity for those pursuing mastery. Local co-op supports up to four players. The game achieved a 97% positive rating from over 9,700 Steam reviews. Reviewers highlight that Vlambeer designed weapons to rarely feel useless, and players note deaths function as learning moments rather than punitive setbacks. Verified for Steam Deck at 11.99 USD.
About Nuclear Throne: Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?
Is Nuclear Throne worth buying?
Players recommend it
A summary of what players say, not a promise you'll like it. Every signal is listed below.
- 96% of 9,705 Steam reviews are positive.
- Last 30 days: 98% positive across 57 new reviews, in line with its all-time score.
- Price: $11.99 (checked Nov 8).
- People who recommend it had played a median of 34 h when they wrote their review.
- Steam Deck Verified.
What fans praise · Themes mined from positive reviews
- Addictive rage quit loop
- Deaths are learning moments
- Short runs feel epic
- Skill expression over unlocks
People who play it also play: Enter the Gungeon, Risk of Rain (2013), Blazing Beaks
Frequently asked about Nuclear Throne
Can I run it?
Is Nuclear Throne verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Nuclear Throne is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
How much does Nuclear Throne cost?
Nuclear Throne is listed on Steam at 11.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Nuclear Throne have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Nuclear Throne 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 Nuclear Throne?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Nuclear Throne are Enter the Gungeon, Risk of Rain (2013), Blazing Beaks.
Who developed Nuclear Throne?
Nuclear Throne was developed by Vlambeer.