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Door Kickers: Action Squad

PlayStation 4, Android, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox One, Nintendo Switch • 2018

Should you play it?

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.

What works

  • Engaging tactical co-op gameplay
  • Varied characters and upgrade system
  • Strong 80s retro aesthetic and soundtrack
  • Good replayability with multiple modes and workshop
  • Accessible yet challenging action

Things to keep in mind

  • Limited to 2-player co-op
  • Some repetitiveness in level design
  • Minimal narrative or story
  • Occasional technical issues in co-op
  • Some weapons and gear underpowered

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Little Fighter 2 Remastered

  • Twin Shot Deluxe

  • 20XX

  • GUNTOUCHABLES

  • River City Ransom: Underground

  • Zombie Kill of the Week - Reborn

More story-driven

Games that feels like Door Kickers: Action Squad but with deeper narrative immersion

  • Back to the Dawn

  • Tonight We Riot

  • Rocketbirds 2 Evolution

  • Cobalt

  • Ninjin: Clash of Carrots

  • Guardians of the Sanctree

Less competitive

Games that feels like Door Kickers: Action Squad but with less competition against others

  • Mr. Sun's Hatbox

  • No Heroes Here

  • Hammerwatch

  • Hammerwatch Anniversary Edition

  • Cluckmech Oasis

  • Heroes of Hammerwatch

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Door Kickers: Action Squad: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Cooperation, Fellowship, Intimacy, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Competition, Status. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Story.

Last update: 21/08/2026