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Games like Gunslugs

If Gunslugs is your kind of game, the closest matches are Blazing Chrome, Fortune and Gloria and Mission 1985 — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its intense, retro and whimsical. 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 Gunslugs: Lock and load for chaotic, fast-paced action in Gunslugs! Battle the evil Black Duck Army across wild, procedurally generated levels packed with explosions, jetpacks, chicken guns, and rogue-like permadeath. Unlock heroes, conquer bizarre worlds, and fight your way to the gates of Hell!

2015ActionIndie4.99 USDWindows · macOS · Linuxby Orangepixel
Gunslugs — Steam game cover
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Chaotic action feels like a live arcade cabinetPixel art style oozes retro charmProcedural levels keep replays freshIntenseRetroWhimsical

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Steam players who put hours into Gunslugs 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. Blazing Chrome

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Gunslugs.

    Top pick for Gunslugs fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    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!

    2019ActionIndie16.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Fortune and Gloria

    WHY THIS

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

    Grab your trusty assault rifle, a handful of grenades, and get ready to be dropped off in the hot zone to rescue as many hostages as you can, taking out any enemies you encounter, before beating the boss and getting on the chopper heading off to the next mission.

    2018ActionIndieAdventure5.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Mission 1985

    WHY THIS

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

    This game is a tribute to the Run "N Gun games (Commando, Ikari Warrior, Heavy Barrel, Guerilla Wars, Mercs...) from the mid 1980's that you could find in arcades or on 16 bit consoles.

    2021ActionIndie9.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Heli-Cats

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Gunslugs fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    Dual elevation horizontal 2D arcade shoot 'em up co-op helicopter action!

    2023ActionIndie14.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. HUNTDOWN

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Gunslugs fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    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.

    2021ActionIndie19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Rogue Stormers

    WHY THIS

    Shares an intense mood with Gunslugs.

    Ranked #6 for Gunslugs fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    An action packed platform shooter mashed-up with roguelike and RPG elements, crazy 3D graphics and co-op multiplayer for one to 4 players.

    2016ActionIndie19.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Thunder Wolves

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Gunslugs.

    Ranked #7 for Gunslugs fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    When this “wolf pack” strikes, you hear the thunder roll. The Thunder Wolves attack from the air. They are mercenaries, and the best helicopter pilots in the world. Every one of them is ready for action at all times—and ready to fight evil, wherever it lurks.

    2013ActionIndieCasual1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Bleed

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Gunslugs.

    Ranked #8 for Gunslugs fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    Wryn is a girl with a big arsenal and big dreams -- she wants to be the ultimate videogame hero! Help her take down the Greatest Heroes of All Time in an action-packed bid to claim the title for herself and show the world what a true hero looks like!

    2013ActionIndie4.99 USDSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Gunslugs at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Gunslugs on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    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 ~60% under Gunslugs on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Gunslugs.

    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 ~70% under Gunslugs on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Gunslugs.

    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 ~80% under Gunslugs on Steam right now. Shares Action with Gunslugs.

    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. STAR WARS™ Republic Commando™

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Gunslugs on Steam right now. Shares Action with Gunslugs.

    You are the leader of an elite squad of Republic Commandos, your mission is to infiltrate, dominate, and ultimately, annihilate the enemy. Your squad will follow your orders and your lead, working together as a team - instinctively, intelligently, instantly. You are their leader. They are your weapon.

    2009Action2.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. shapez

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under Gunslugs on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Gunslugs.

    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 ↗
  7. STAR WARS™ Jedi Knight - Jedi Academy™

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~50% under Gunslugs on Steam right now. Shares Action with Gunslugs.

    Forge your weapon and follow the path of the Jedi Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy is the latest installment of the highly acclaimed Jedi Knight series. Take on the role of a new student eager to learn the ways of the Force from Jedi Master Luke Skywalker.

    2009Action2.49 USDSteam ↗
  8. The Test: Hypothesis Rising

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~60% under Gunslugs on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Gunslugs.

    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 ↗

Free alternatives

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

  1. Life is Strange - Episode 1

    WHY THIS

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

    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 ↗
  2. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

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

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Ultimate Custom Night

    WHY THIS

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

    Welcome to the ultimate FNAF mashup, featuring 50 selectable characters and custom difficulties!

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  4. 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 Gunslugs.

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

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. 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 Gunslugs.

    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 ↗
  6. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

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

    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 ↗
  7. missed messages.

    WHY THIS

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

    ‘goth gf’s iPhone’ airdrops you - accept or decline? A love/horror story about life, death, & memes.

    2019IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Awaria

    WHY THIS

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

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

    2024ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Orangepixel

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

  1. Gunslugs 2

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Orangepixel, the studio behind Gunslugs. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    The Black Duck Army is back—bigger, badder, and armed with alien tech! In Gunslugs 2, chaos reigns as you blast through tanks, choppers, giant robots, and hordes of relentless minions. This action-packed, over-the-top run-and-gun adventure is a wild tribute to classic 80s and 90s action movies.

    2015ActionIndie9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Heroes of Loot

    WHY THIS

    Shares procedural generation and a retro mood with Gunslugs.

    Another title from Orangepixel, the studio behind Gunslugs. Shares Action with Gunslugs.

    A brutal mix between dungeon-crawler and shoot-em up. The dungeon will learn from you and become more dangerous every time you play!

    2015ActionAdventureRPG4.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Space Grunts

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Gunslugs.

    Another title from Orangepixel, the studio behind Gunslugs. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    A turn-based game on a planet outpost - with no waiting between turns! Play it at the speed of an arcade game, or take your time and think about your next step.. no matter how fast you take your turn, it might be your last!

    2016ActionStrategyIndie9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Heroes of Loot 2

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Orangepixel, the studio behind Gunslugs.

    Control multiple heroes at once in this dungeon-crawling action adventure RPG, a mix of classic 80's Gauntlet-action and quests.

    2016Adventure9.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Ashworld

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Orangepixel, the studio behind Gunslugs. Shares Action with Gunslugs.

    Fight, scavenge, and survive in Ashworld, a post-apocalyptic open world filled with danger. Explore the desolate Ragelands, battle ruthless Ragers, and fend off night-stalking Skellies. Drive, craft, and strategize to endure this unforgiving wasteland where every resource matters.

    2017ActionAdventure14.99 USDSteam ↗
  6. Meganoid

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Orangepixel, the studio behind Gunslugs. Shares Action with Gunslugs.

    Meganoid is a brutal, fast-paced platformer where every descent into its ever-shifting spaceship is a new challenge. Navigate deadly traps, outsmart security drones, and discover powerful upgrades to reshape how you play. Will you rush to survive, or risk it all to uncover its deepest secrets?

    2017Action3.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Gunslugs : Rogue Tactics

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Orangepixel, the studio behind Gunslugs. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    Grab your bandana and get ready for Gunslugs : Rogue Tactics! Sneak, shoot, and explode your way through ever-changing enemy strongholds in this rogue-lite stealth-action mashup. Go full-on Commando or channel your inner Snake—just make it out alive. No mission ever plays the same twice!

    2019ActionStrategyIndie14.99 USDSteam ↗
  8. Space Grunts 2

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Orangepixel, the studio behind Gunslugs. Shares Indie with Gunslugs.

    Space Grunts 2 combines some of the fastest turn-based gameplay with card-battling mechanics in a 1950's sci-fi roguelike setting.

    2020Indie4.99 USDSteam ↗

Plays great on Steam Deck

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

  1. Blazing Chrome

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Gunslugs.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    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!

    2019ActionIndie16.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. HUNTDOWN

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    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.

    2021ActionIndie19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Thunder Wolves

    WHY THIS

    Shares a retro mood with Gunslugs.

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action and Indie with Gunslugs.

    When this “wolf pack” strikes, you hear the thunder roll. The Thunder Wolves attack from the air. They are mercenaries, and the best helicopter pilots in the world. Every one of them is ready for action at all times—and ready to fight evil, wherever it lurks.

    2013ActionIndieCasual1.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Gunslugs

How much does Gunslugs cost?
Gunslugs is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Gunslugs have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Gunslugs 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 Gunslugs?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Gunslugs are Blazing Chrome, Fortune and Gloria, Mission 1985.
Who developed Gunslugs?
Gunslugs was developed by Orangepixel and published by Orangepixel, HandyGames.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Gunslugs.

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