Games like Metis One
Below are 14 hand-picked alternatives to Metis One for fans of action, ranked by imho.run's hybrid recommender. Each pick is scored on three signals: collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries (which players who logged hours in Metis One also play), content overlap on genres, categories, and storefront tags, and review-mined "vibe" embeddings that catch tonal similarity even when the genre label differs. Sections below cover closest matches, reviewer cross-mentions, cheaper alternatives, and Steam Deck–friendly options. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.
About Metis One: Metis One is an action-packed co-op top down shooter in the design style of the arcade classics. Take command of the A6-Gravitus to defend the people of Jupiter Colony, Metis One, against an unrelenting alien onslaught. With Drop-In Co-op, Player Two can join the action at anytime!
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Ranked by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries plus content overlap on genres, tags, and developers.
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Airstrife: Assault of the Aviators
Top pick for Metis One fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Metis One.
Use Aileron Rolling or Evading your enemies' attacks while having a realistic damage system. Use different planes with upgradable parts and numerous weapons you can mount to your planes to destroy your enemies. Fly solo or play with your friends and enjoy local coop. A modern re-invented classic.
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The Art Of Flight
Second-strongest match for Metis One fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Metis One.
Play solo or with your friends in this fast-paced space shooter. Pilot multiple ships at the same time while taking on waves of enemies, finding power-ups, and gaining additional episodes along the way. Who will make it to the top of the leaderboard?
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Circuit Breakers
Third-strongest match for Metis One fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Metis One.
Talented and ferocious weapon experts needed to eliminate a dangerous mechanical menace that threatens the existence of humanity. Up to six positions available. Benefits include traveling the world to eliminate robots.
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Meteor Storm
Ranked #4 for Metis One fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Metis One.
Welcome back to 1996! This shared screen space shooter is the perfect 4-player competitive game for some casual fun!
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Never Not Shooting
Ranked #5 for Metis One fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Metis One.
Grab up to 3 friends and defend the sun from swarms of enemies in this local coop twin stick shooter. Siphon energy from the sun and shoot as many attackers as you can to claim the high score before it explodes! Fight over experience and upgrade your ship to keep up with the ever-mounting pressure.
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Super Bit Blaster XL
Ranked #6 for Metis One fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Metis One.
A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!
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Sky Force Reloaded
Ranked #8 for Metis One fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Metis One.
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Cheaper alternatives
Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Metis One at current Steam store prices.
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The Art Of Flight
Priced ~69% under Metis One on Steam right now. Shares Action with Metis One.
Play solo or with your friends in this fast-paced space shooter. Pilot multiple ships at the same time while taking on waves of enemies, finding power-ups, and gaining additional episodes along the way. Who will make it to the top of the leaderboard?
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Never Not Shooting
Priced ~50% under Metis One on Steam right now. Shares Action with Metis One.
Grab up to 3 friends and defend the sun from swarms of enemies in this local coop twin stick shooter. Siphon energy from the sun and shoot as many attackers as you can to claim the high score before it explodes! Fight over experience and upgrade your ship to keep up with the ever-mounting pressure.
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Super Bit Blaster XL
Priced ~63% under Metis One on Steam right now. Shares Action with Metis One.
A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!
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Plays great on Steam Deck
Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.
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Super Bit Blaster XL
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Metis One.
A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!
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Sky Force Reloaded
Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Metis One.
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Frequently asked about Metis One
- How much does Metis One cost?
- Metis One is listed on Steam at 7.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
- Does Metis One have multiplayer or co-op?
- Yes — Metis One supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Shared/Split Screen PvP, Shared/Split Screen Co-op).
- What games are most similar to Metis One?
- Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Metis One are Airstrife: Assault of the Aviators, The Art Of Flight, Circuit Breakers.
- Who developed Metis One?
- Metis One was developed by Actuator Games and published by Actuator Games LLC.
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