Games like Blazing Chrome

This is a 16-bit co-op run-and-gun shooter. Players blast through robot enemies in fast-paced, action-packed combat.

87% positive from 1,949 · 2019 · 3% finish it · Steam Deck Verified · $16.99 $4.24 -75% · Lowest ever $1.00 (2022-04-15)

ActionRetro Pixel GraphicsIndieSide Scroller Shoot 'Em Up

Six games like Blazing Chrome

METAL SLUG

89% positive from 5,110 reviews20152% finish itDeck Playable

This is a 2D run-and-gun arcade shooter where players fight through missions using vehicles and weapons. It offers cooperative multiplayer and competitive leaderboards for a classic action experience.

What players likedPlayers praise Metal Slug as a classic, fast-paced 2D shoot 'em up with iconic pixel art, impressive animations, and chaotic fun.

The catchThe Steam port suffers from heavy input lag, frame drops and out of sync audio.

Both are tagged Side Scroller, Shoot 'Em Up and Retro.

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Talented

92% positive from 1,488 reviews202412% finish itDeck Playable

Arcade roguelite shoot 'em up with randomly generated skill trees. Players craft unique builds to survive a dungeon and unlock classes.

What players likedPlayers praise the new Auto Aim feature, making it an enjoyable idle game where they choose power-ups.

The catchThe random, fog hidden talent tree makes build choices feel arbitrary and pointless.

Both are tagged Shoot 'Em Up, Retro and Pixel Graphics.

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Altitude

92% positive from 1,936 reviews2009

This is a fast-paced, cartoon-style multiplayer aerial combat game. Players engage in dogfights using various planes and weapons, with a focus on teamwork and strategic loadouts.

The catchThe multiplayer servers are empty, leaving only weak bots to fly against.

Both are tagged Side Scroller, Shoot 'Em Up and Action.

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Alex Jones: NWO Wars

92% positive from 1,825 reviews2024Deck Verified

This is a run-and-gun action game with a conspiracy-themed narrative. Players blast enemies and face bosses in varied environments, featuring Alex Jones's voice lines.

What players likedPlayers say it's a "Metal Slug clone" with "tight and responsive controls" and "amazing" visual effects.

The catchIt is beaten in under an hour and far too easy to offer any real challenge.

Both are tagged Side Scroller, Shoot 'Em Up and Action.

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Super Amazing Wagon Adventure

95% positive from 1,640 reviews2012Deck Playable

This is a fast-paced 2D shooter with a randomized story and permadeath. Players manage a wagon party facing quick, varied challenges with a brutal, unpredictable feel.

What players likedPlayers praise its challenging resource management and difficult choices, reminiscent of classic Oregon Trail-style adventures.

The catchSame short sequence of events repeats too often

Both are tagged Side Scroller, Shoot 'Em Up and Action.

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GIBZ

88% positive from 1,583 reviews20178% finish it

Co-op zombie shooter with a 1900s London setting. Features gibs, mini-games, and power-up weapons.

What players likedPlayers find Gibz to be a decent zombie shooter, similar to older arcade games, with satisfying headshots and a fun co-op experience.

The catchProgress is a repetitive grind of the same runs for upgrades with little reward.

Both are tagged Side Scroller, Shoot 'Em Up and Action.

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More about Blazing Chrome

The catch

One hit deaths and enemy swarms make the difficulty feel cheap instead of fair.

Reviews: 87% positive from 1,949
Released: 2019
Finish it: 3% of players
Steam Deck: Steam Deck Verified
Price: $16.99 $4.24 -75% · Lowest ever $1.00 (2022-04-15)
Play: Single-playerCo-opMulti-playerPvPFull controller supportRemote Play Together

It is here because it sits in the band this site looks at: well reviewed at 87% positive, but with 1,949 reviews, far fewer than the household names carry.

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