The Best Retro Games for IOS iPhone

Update : Brick Buster added at rank #9.
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HUNTDOWN (2020)

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Join the action-packed world of HUNTDOWN, a hard-boiled arcade shooter set in a gritty, neon-soaked 80s cityscape ruled by criminal gangs. Take on the role of one of three legendary bounty hunters and lay waste to the underworld to collect your bounty. With unique boss fights and an arsenal of weapons to choose from, HUNTDOWN is a must-play for those who love fast-paced, co-op shooters.


What we like:
  • Pixel art, music, and gameplay are fantastic
  • Perfect gunplay and 80s vibe
  • Packed with addictive carnage
  • Well-designed levels
  • Memorable and funny boss fights.
What could be improved:
  • Bonus objectives are repetitive
  • Difficulty on some bosses can seem off
  • Characters can be hard to follow in intense fights
  • Comedy can go overboard and may disappoint those expecting a more serious tone.

  • cooperative
  • boss-fight
  • cover
  • shooter
  • retro
  • boss
  • cyberpunk
  • arcade
  • hockey
  • pixel
  • action
  • platform
  • dystopian
  • 2d
  • classic

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Streets of Rage 4 (2020)

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Streets of Rage 4 is the long awaited fourth entry into the classic Sega franchise. It features a blend of old and new, with classic characters such as Axel and Adam Hunter returning alongside a new main character, Cherry. All characters have unique playstyles, from Axel's powerful punches to Cherry's speedy strikes. There are tons of unlockables to discover and it has an amazing soundtrack.


What we like:
  • Satisfying combat
  • Incredible music and visuals
  • Tons to unlock
  • Simple yet rewarding combat mechanics
What could be improved:
  • Lack of 4 player online
  • Occasionally too easy to get cornered

  • brawler
  • boss
  • cooperative
  • beat-em-up
  • combo
  • retro
  • classic
  • side-scrolling
  • fight
  • old-school
  • arcade
  • online
  • hand-drawn
  • crime
  • combat

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Retro Highway (2018)

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IOS iPhone Android Playstation 5 Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch

Hit the Retro Highway and return to the days of 16-bit blast processing and pure arcade fun! Retro Highway is a throwback game aiming to combine the accessibility of modern titles with the high-skill challenge and charming aesthetics of old.

• Experience high octane old school action on your console in 60 fps

• Complete daring challenges and compete with your friends or the whole world for the highest scores

• Explore six unique environments ranging from a hot desert freeway to a futuristic moon base

• Customize your playstyle by choosing from a diverse garage of 10+ bikes and by upgrading various powerups

• Embrace the nostalgia rush caused by stylish pixel art visuals and chiptune soundtrack


  • endless
  • retro
  • runner
  • arcade
  • third-party
  • chiptune
  • bite-sized
  • buildings
  • futuristic
  • driving
  • pixel
  • old-school
  • real-time

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Door Kickers: Action Squad (2018)

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PC Windows IOS iPhone Android Playstation 4 Xbox One Nintendo Switch

Rescue hostages, disarm bombs and save the day in this old school, side-scroller action game with retro graphics and retro sensibilities. Online and Couch Coop Included.


  • cooperative
  • tactical
  • moddable
  • editor
  • soundtrack
  • level
  • 2d
  • retro
  • real-time
  • pixel
  • replay-value
  • zombies
  • strategy
  • local
  • action

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Super Hydorah (2017)

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Super Hydorah is a nonlinear horizontal shoot’ em up designed to offer a challenging experience, sublimating the richness of traditional shmup classics. Face the menace of the Meroptians aboard the Delta Force, alone or with your friends in this game with direct action and nostalgic art.


  • retro
  • shoot-em-up
  • old-school
  • horizontal
  • shooter
  • arcade
  • card-play
  • dexterity
  • classic
  • action
  • campaign
  • bullet-hell
  • meditative
  • 2d
  • controller-support

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Super Dangerous Dungeons (2018)

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Guide Timmy the treasure hunter through dangerous dungeons in search of the legendary treasure!


  • retro
  • platform
  • pixel
  • challenging
  • dungeon
  • adventure

7

Escape Lala 2 - Retro Point and Click Adventure (2019)

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Nintendo Switch IOS iPhone PC Windows Mac OS Linux

Our beloved princess is missing… What happened? Discover the world of Escape Lala 2, solve mysteries, uncover secrets and bring back peace and order to the world.


  • pixel
  • point-and-click
  • retro
  • puzzle
  • adventure
  • retro-pixel

8

Neodori Forever Premium (2023)

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Randomly generated levels never play the same track twice. 25+ Unique Unlockable cars. 11+ Unique environments. Day/Night cycle compatible.


  • retro
  • racing
  • arcade
  • classic
  • endless

9

Brick Buster (2024)

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Players embark on a journey through different levels, breaking bricks and collecting bonuses in order to achieve the highest score. With its classic arcade-style gameplay, Brick Buster keeps you on your toes as you strategically bounce the ball off the paddle and try to destroy every brick in your path. Collect a variety of power-ups to take your game to the next level and prepare to smash your way to glory!


  • cartoony
  • retro
  • point-and-click
  • action-adventure
  • board-game
  • shoot-em-up
  • 2d
  • arcade
  • casual
  • adventure
  • minimalist
  • privacy-policy
  • colourful
  • family-friendly

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Catgotchi: Virtual Pet (2023)

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RETRO CAT FAMILY

Raise a happy and healthy cat! Become a proper cat parent by ensuring all of its needs are fulfilled. If you want you can raise MULTIPLE pets at once!

REAL-TIME GAMEPLAY

Be careful! If you ignore your pets for too long, they can fall into sadness or even get sick. Their fate is within your hands.

Key Features:

- multiple cats to choose from
- relaxing gameplay loop
- retro aesthetic
- brief gameplay sessions


  • retro
  • simulation
  • pixel
  • atmospheric

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