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Games like The Man Behind the Trigger

If The Man Behind the Trigger is your kind of game, the closest matches are Gun Rage, Galactivore and Axizon Labs: Zombies — 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 The Man Behind the Trigger: Action-platform game set in the mid-2000s. Take vengeance upon six key figures of the entertainment industry for morally bankrupt the society you once loved.

2026ActionIndie4.99 USDWindowsby Pedro Henrique Baretta
The Man Behind the Trigger — Steam game cover

Players who liked The Man Behind the Trigger also play

Steam players who put hours into The Man Behind the Trigger 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. Gun Rage

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for The Man Behind the Trigger fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    Gun Rage is an old-school, fast-paced, side-scrolling run and gun, with 16-bit era graphics, inspired by greatest classic games of the genre.

    2018ActionIndie9.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Galactivore

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for The Man Behind the Trigger fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    Galactivore is a gory retro-style action-platformer inspired by the 16-bit era and featuring an all female cast.

    2024ActionIndieAdventure7.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Axizon Labs: Zombies

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for The Man Behind the Trigger fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    Axizon Labs: Zombies is a 2D Sci-Fi themed Platform Zombie Shooter Game based on the story of the sudden outbreak of ZMB Virus which affected 30% of the population around the world.

    2020ActionIndieCasual3.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. CYNOROID FORSAKEN

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for The Man Behind the Trigger fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    CYNOROID FORSAKEN is a free aim platformer that uses the mouse to aim and It is a free aim platformer where you aim with the mouse and move with the WASD keys. With multiple weapons, a laser chainsaw that can be used by right-clicking, and the ability to eat enemy carcasses.

    2022ActionIndie5.99 USDSteam ↗
  5. Ion Fury

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for The Man Behind the Trigger fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    3D Realms, creators of Duke Nukem 3D, Prey, and Max Payne, team up with Voidpoint to bring back the legendary Build Engine, famous for classic shooters like Duke Nukem 3D, Shadow Warrior, and Blood. Fast-paced FPS combat across huge, secret-packed levels. Ion Fury is the real deal!

    2019ActionIndie24.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Valfaris

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for The Man Behind the Trigger fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.

    2019ActionIndie24.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Angry Video Game Nerd I & II Deluxe

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for The Man Behind the Trigger fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    Control "The Nerd" in a retro-inspired action platformer! It's two games in one, remixed and rebalanced to bring you the ultimate experience of Nerd Rage. Featuring stylized pixel art inspired by classic games, a highly energetic soundtrack, and challenging levels -- plus a special NEW chapter!

    2020ActionAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Volgarr the Viking

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for The Man Behind the Trigger fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    Return to the Golden Age of arcades with a hardcore action platformer that pulls no punches! Possesses all the hallmarks of true classics like Super Ghouls 'N Ghosts (SNES), Rastan Saga (Arcade), Castlevania (NES) and more with precise controls, high challenge, and meticulous design.

    2013ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below The Man Behind the Trigger at current Steam store prices.

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~80% under The Man Behind the Trigger on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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 The Man Behind the Trigger on Steam right now. Shares Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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 The Man Behind the Trigger on Steam right now. Shares Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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 The Man Behind the Trigger on Steam right now. Shares Action with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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 The Man Behind the Trigger on Steam right now. Shares Action with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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 The Man Behind the Trigger on Steam right now. Shares Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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 The Man Behind the Trigger on Steam right now. Shares Action with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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 The Man Behind the Trigger on Steam right now. Shares Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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. Doki Doki Literature Club!

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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. Helltaker

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    Helltaker is a short game about sharply dressed demon girls.

    2020IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. 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 The Man Behind the Trigger.

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

    2023IndieSimulationFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. 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 The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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 ↗
  5. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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 ↗
  6. Sheepy: A Short Adventure

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    A Short Handcrafted Pixel Art Platformer that follows Sheepy, an abandoned plushy brought to life. Sheepy: A Short Adventure is the first short game from MrSuicideSheep.

    2024IndieAdventureFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Counter-Strike:Global Offensive

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    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.).

    2012ActionFree 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 The Man Behind the Trigger.

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

    2024ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

More from Pedro Henrique Baretta

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

  1. Born to Kill

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Pedro Henrique Baretta, the studio behind The Man Behind the Trigger. Shares Action and Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    Seek and kill the dictator of the fictional country of Bahn, in this isometric-shooter game.

    2020ActionIndie1.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. Zahhak

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Pedro Henrique Baretta, the studio behind The Man Behind the Trigger. Shares Action and Indie with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    Fight against a sect planning terrorist attacks in this side-scrolling shooter.

    2021ActionIndie1.99 USDSteam ↗
  3. Cold Ground

    WHY THIS

    Another title from Pedro Henrique Baretta, the studio behind The Man Behind the Trigger. Shares Action with The Man Behind the Trigger.

    Save the homeland of Dalina on an one-man army mission in this MSX-inspired action RPG.

    2023ActionRPG4.99 USDSteam ↗

Frequently asked about The Man Behind the Trigger

How much does The Man Behind the Trigger cost?
The Man Behind the Trigger is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to The Man Behind the Trigger?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside The Man Behind the Trigger are Gun Rage, Galactivore, Axizon Labs: Zombies.
Who developed The Man Behind the Trigger?
The Man Behind the Trigger was developed by Pedro Henrique Baretta.

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 The Man Behind the Trigger.

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