The Best Retro Games

Update : Hannah added at rank #50.
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HROT (2023)

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PC Windows

HROT is a single-player retro FPS set in a small socialist country neighboring Soviet Union (Czechoslovakia) after an unspecified disaster in 1986. Those times were dark and terrifying and so is the game.


  • first-person
  • retro
  • shooter
  • fps
  • blood
  • alternate

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Kalinur (2023)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Playstation 4 PC Windows Xbox One

Defeat the mage Kalinur and bring peace back to the kingdom in this mini metroidvania with a lot of action.


  • metroidvania
  • 2d
  • swordplay
  • retro
  • fantasy
  • platform
  • demons
  • pixel
  • dark
  • adventure
  • exploration
  • medieval
  • action
  • nonlinear

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Pewt 'em Up! (2022)

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Pewt 'em Up! is a retro inspired arcade space shoot 'em up with lots of upgrades, achievements, extras and more.


  • shoot-em-up
  • rogue-like
  • aliens
  • retro
  • arcade
  • futuristic
  • pixel
  • 2d
  • space
  • sci-fi
  • shooter
  • linear
  • action

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CrushBorgs (2022)

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PC Windows Xbox One

"Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.

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  • 1990s
  • retro
  • platform
  • 2d
  • sci-fi
  • robots
  • scroller
  • shooter
  • single-player
  • arcade
  • pixel
  • action
  • boss

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Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope (2020)

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Embark on an epic quest in this 8-bit retro-style game as the eponymous Shovel Knight. Defeat villainous knights and earn riches to upgrade your armor and weapons as you uncover all the game's secrets. Shovel Knight bridges the gap between yesterday and today with modern touches, including engaging RPG elements and fun and engaging storyline. With co-op and challenge modes, Shovel Knight is a warm welcome to newcomers and veterans alike.


What we like:
  • Great gameplay with retro-style graphics
  • Challenging levels provide a sense of accomplishment
  • Engaging storyline
  • Good value for the price
  • Enjoyable RPG elements
What could be improved:
  • Controllers take some time to get used to
  • Difficulty level can be frustrating at times
  • No Plague of Shadows bundled with the game

  • platform
  • retro
  • boss
  • boss-fight

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Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration - Digital Expanded ... (2022)

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PC Windows Xbox One

Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration takes players on an interactive journey through 50 years of video games via interviews with designers, developers and industry leaders, documentary footage, product design documents, high-res original artwork, and a curated list of more than 90 playable games.

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  • historical
  • arcade
  • retro
  • 1980s
  • classic
  • interactive
  • software
  • voxel
  • compilation
  • shoot-em-up
  • education
  • attack
  • score
  • pvp
  • narration

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RetroMaze (2018)

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PC Windows

A relaxing Retrowave stylized maze game that increases the difficulty as you progress through the levels. RetroMaze has 30 levels and a beautiful visual concept, as well as an exciting soundtrack.

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  • retro
  • casual
  • relaxing
  • 2d
  • puzzle
  • 1980s
  • single-player
  • achievements

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Retrowave (2020)

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Xbox One Android PC Windows

Neon lights, palm trees, synthwave, '80s supercars speeding down an endless highway... Welcome to the world of Retrowave!


  • 1980s
  • racing
  • retro
  • music
  • 1990s
  • simulation
  • casual
  • cyberpunk
  • relaxing
  • psychedelic
  • addictive

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Prodigal (2020)

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Android PC Windows

Grab your pick and strike out into a vibrant world of monsters, puzzling dungeons and curious townsfolk! Can you unravel the mysteries of this old town and keep its people safe? It’s time to return home, Vann’s Point needs you.


  • dating-sim
  • lore
  • romance
  • conversation
  • retro
  • dungeon-crawler
  • magic
  • rpg
  • pixel
  • top-down
  • 2d
  • exploration
  • action-adventure
  • modern-retro
  • story

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Rewind or Die (2023)

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There's a serial killer stalking your video store, and you just got called into work on your day off! Stock shelves, deal with customers and RUN FOR YOUR LIFE!

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  • horror
  • survival-horror
  • thriller
  • retro
  • multiple-endings
  • stealth
  • old-school
  • dark
  • survival
  • atmospheric
  • mystery
  • first-person
  • 3d
  • simulation
  • exploration

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