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Games like Techwars Deathmatch

Below are 16 hand-picked alternatives to Techwars Deathmatch for fans of action, strategy, indie, 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 Techwars Deathmatch 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, free-to-play picks. No login required — these picks work anchor-only.

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About Techwars Deathmatch: Techwars Deathmatch is a top-down PVP action game with battle mechs. The game has an advanced system for destroying mechs and buildings. Pick a side and destroy the enemy in Siberia, Kazakhstan, Sochi and Alaska!

2018ActionStrategyIndieMassively Multiplayer4.99 USDWindowsby Argus Games
Techwars Deathmatch — Steam game cover

Cheaper alternatives

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

  1. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

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

    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 Techwars Deathmatch on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Techwars Deathmatch.

    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 Techwars Deathmatch on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Techwars Deathmatch.

    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 Techwars Deathmatch on Steam right now. Shares Action with Techwars Deathmatch.

    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 Techwars Deathmatch on Steam right now. Shares Action with Techwars Deathmatch.

    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 Techwars Deathmatch on Steam right now. Shares Strategy and Indie with Techwars Deathmatch.

    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 Techwars Deathmatch on Steam right now. Shares Action with Techwars Deathmatch.

    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 Techwars Deathmatch on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Techwars Deathmatch.

    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. Totally Accurate Battlegrounds

    WHY THIS

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

    Grab your balloon crossbow and trusty inflatable hammer, because things are about to get wobbly! Be the last weirdo standing in the world-leading physics-based Battle Royale game.

    2018ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Bloons TD Battles

    WHY THIS

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

    Go head to head with other players in a Bloon-popping battle for victory. From the creators of best-selling Bloons TD 5, this all new Battles game is specially designed for multiplayer combat, featuring the ability to control bloons directly and send them charging past your opponent's defenses.

    2016ActionStrategyFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Goose Goose Duck

    WHY THIS

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

    Goose Goose Duck is a game of social deduction for up to 16 players. Players are separated into different groups that are each assigned a different objective. Complete your team’s objective to win!

    2021StrategyIndieMassively MultiplayerFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. MechWarrior Online™ Legends

    WHY THIS

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

    MechWarrior Online™ Legends is a tactical, 'Mech-based online shooter set in the vast BattleTech Universe. Assume the role of an elite MechWarrior, piloting powerful BattleMechs, fighting for supremacy over the Inner Sphere.

    2015ActionStrategySimulationFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  5. Darwin Project

    WHY THIS

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

    In Darwin Project, ten inmates must survive the elements, track each other, fight, craft tools, and use their social skills to be the last one standing. It's a unique take on battle royale with a Show Director to influence the match and Spectator Interactions to create a one-of-a-kind game show.

    2020ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeSteam ↗
  6. Transformice

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie and Massively Multiplayer with Techwars Deathmatch.

    Transformice is an MMO platformer about dozens of mice running to bring back the cheese! Will the almighty Shaman help you or just ruin everything? Millions of levels, hectic physics, skill trees, and more importantly... hats!

    2015IndieMassively MultiplayerFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. AirMech

    WHY THIS

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

    AirMech® Strike is a fast paced Action-RTS game that can be played solo, coop, or competitively online. Earn Kudos and Experience in battle and unlock a wide collection of AirMechs and Units while you practice the perfect strategy to emerge victorious!

    2018ActionStrategyIndieFreeSteam ↗
  8. Sunrider: Mask of Arcadius

    WHY THIS

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

    As Captain Kayto Shields, embark on a galactic voyage of heroism and survival. With his home world destroyed and his nation conquered, the inexperienced Captain Shields, and his newly minted vessel, the Sunrider, are left as the only hope against a galactic evil intent on subjugating all sentient life.

    2014StrategyIndieRPGFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Techwars Deathmatch

How much does Techwars Deathmatch cost?
Techwars Deathmatch is listed on Steam at 4.99 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
Does Techwars Deathmatch have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Techwars Deathmatch supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Online PvP, Online Co-op).
Who developed Techwars Deathmatch?
Techwars Deathmatch was developed by Argus Games.

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