Games Like Lethal Operation Episode 3 Lethal Arms of Justice

キャラをじっくり育てながら広い世界を冒険する――。 そんなSTGがあってもいいじゃないか!! …というのがこのゲームのコンセプト。 ブレイクによって敵弾を消すことができ、 レベルと装備で強くなるので、STGが苦手な人でも凶悪弾幕ボスを間違いなく倒せるようになります!

Why similar: Metroidvania 20%, Collectathon 12.4%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, 2D Platformer 7.5%

キャラをじっくり育てながら広い世界を冒険する――。 そんなSTGがあってもいいじゃないか!! …というのがこのゲームのコンセプト。 「ルギッタ編」と比べシューティング寄りで、すべて束ねた火力はまさに一撃必殺。 大量の敵を次々に破壊していく爽快感をお楽しみ下さい!

Why similar: Metroidvania 20%, Collectathon 12.4%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, 2D Platformer 7.5%

Equipped with the Fusion × Transformation “PELL” System! Free Map Side-Scrolling Shooter

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Side Scroller 13.1%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Shooter 10%

Master a modular arsenal and survive a biomechanical nightmare in this intense cinematic shmup. Face grotesque aberrations, unlock achievements, and conquer the hardcore mode. The first level of an expanding saga!

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, 2D Platformer 10.6%, Shooter 8.1%

A sudden crisis—the stars begin to lose their light. Before the world falls into darkness, a girl named Aries, born under the Aries sign, and a boy named Pisces, born under Pisces, rise to act. This is the story of a world of constellations, where stars are bound together.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Action RPG 12.9%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, RPG 6.6%

An indie action-RPG where you pilot customizable ships through side-scrolling combat, level up unique characters, and dismantle a corrupt galactic regime one mission at a time.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Action RPG 16.5%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Bullet Hell 10.4%, Space 10.3%

OUTGUNNED! is a fast-pased action-platformer set in a cyberpunk dystopia where cats are the dominant species. Topple the corporation as one of the playable characters.

Why similar: Metroidvania 25.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 10.2%, 2D Platformer 9%, Side Scroller 8.4%

Escape Space is a classic arcade space shooter with RPG mechanics. Fight for various factions against swarms of enemies or bosses and improve your standings, level up your rank, unlock new gear and weapons, and upgrade your spaceship.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Space 10.2%, Action RPG 8.8%

Speedollama is a fast platformer shooter that sets a new benchmark for speed in the genre. Bursting with quirky humor and vibrant pixelated carnage, this game is not for the faint of heart. Are you ready to embrace the chaos and prove your skills?

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Collectathon 12.5%, Shooter 9%

Travel across Azmra and slay barons using the God Edge; A sword capable of transferring power from the slain to the slayer!

Why similar: Metroidvania 33.9%, Side Scroller 19.5%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Action RPG 10.2%, RPG 7.8%

The Rush is a horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up with graphics inspired by classic space shooters of the MSX. Buckle up and see if you have what it takes to master the highly adaptive Chameleon Quartz space fighter and single-handedly obliterate the alien invaders!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shooter 10.4%, Space 6.1%

In this side-scrolling fantasy game, originally released in 1987, take on the role of a lone hero, fighting to defeat an evil warlock. Utilise a wide range of magical spells. Collect experience points to upgrade your character, until you are ready to face Zahgrim!

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Side Scroller 16.6%, 2D Platformer 10.7%, Action RPG 9.5%

Embark on a thrilling journey as a space mercenary! Customize your ships with powerful weapons and modules, choose contracts and destinations, and battle enemy fleets and epic bosses. Your decisions shape the universe around you, so forge your path in this action-packed space shooter!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Side Scroller 18%, Shooter 10.9%, Space 8%

Our protagonist wakes up without remembering anything about her life. Your objective in the adventure will be to remember what you did to lose it, and who knows... Maybe you will discover the dark secrets of humanity that SHE don't want you to know.

Why similar: Metroidvania 24.1%, Side Scroller 20%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Shooter 12%, 2D Platformer 9.2%

Deer Legend is a 2D high-speed chaotic action RPG set in a world consumed by chaos. Control a lone deer, master new skills, and harness elemental powers. Face overwhelming foes, endure countless trials, and carve your legend through perseverance.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.9%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, 2D Platformer 10.3%, Action RPG 9%

Unite the FELLAS and fight for FREEDOM!

Why similar: Metroidvania 23.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Side Scroller 14.1%, 2D Platformer 9.9%

Remake to 2016's Legends of the Universe - StarCore, a Metroidvania style Action-Platformer with several abilities, enemies and areas to explore.

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.6%, Collectathon 14.1%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Space 10.2%, 2D Platformer 8.8%

Elyna X is shoot'em up (Shmup) for 2 players in cooperative mode.The year is 3864, mysterious ships appear and iniciate a terrible attack against planet Earth, It is up to Enyla, a courageous space pilot, to lead the space fleets in defense of her beloved planet.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Robots 13.2%, Futuristic 8.9%, Shooter 8.6%

Bursting with hilarious dialogue and comical encounters! The second installment of the super-exhilarating Metroidvania series is here!!

Why similar: Metroidvania 29.3%, Collectathon 19.3%, 2D Platformer 12%, Robots 8.3%, Sci-fi 5.4%

"Wouldn't it be awesome to fly?" Travel to the world's end in this warping-boomerang adventure with its beautiful pixel art.

Why similar: Metroidvania 30.3%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Action RPG 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Robots 8.2%

C&C is a Roguelite Shooter with a Dark theme. Inhabit Cloaker, a caster who grieves for vengeance and whose sole purpose is to resurrect his son as you engulf celestial beings in flames of anguish. Embrace powerups and spells as you pave your path through traps filled caverns and abysses.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Action RPG 10.3%, 2D Platformer 9.3%

The year is 2051. Location: SATAZIUS, a long-abandoned planet. The cruiser Agano was on patrol when it was attacked and stricken by a confederacy of space pirates that had established a base on SATAZIUS. The pirates attacked the Agano intending to steal the assault ship ‘Trafalgar’ that was stowed aboard the Agano, but the Trafalgar made...

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Robots 11%, Shooter 7.8%

ASCENXION is a 2D shoot 'em up game where you explore the field to progress. Players must overcome puzzles, traps, elite units, boss fights, and other various obstacles while navigating the field. Grow stronger through rewards earned, to uncover the truth of this world.

Why similar: Metroidvania 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Shooter 7.8%

Far Star is a story-driven action-adventure game with Metroidvania influences. There is something fishy going on in this galaxy, but this won’t stop your intergalactic general services crew from doing their job using a varied set of skills, weapons and outfits.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.1%, Side Scroller 16.3%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Robots 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.4%

Bydo Missions in Your Pocket — Beyond Dimensions, the Melody of Two “R”s.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Side Scroller 19.3%, 2D Platformer 13.4%, Shooter 12.6%, Robots 7.5%

A Tactical Shmuplovania. Aerostrike combines elements from Metroidvania, Bullet Hell, and Shmup genres. Take flight in the MF-01 Aerostrike, explore a large underground base, battle against squadrons of hostile ships of all shapes and sizes, and find a way to escape alive.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Shooter 7.4%, Sci-fi 6.5%

It's a bullet-hell spaceship shooter. Can you survive the battlefield? Let's prove your shooting skills!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Side Scroller 20.5%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Shooter 9.8%, War 9.5%

Facing annihilation, a plucky crew of space salvagers fight dirty using the best tool in their belt - the salvage claw. Grab and toss enemies, deflect attacks, and reshape the battlefield with explosive chain reactions.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shooter 10.4%, Space 5.3%

In a cyberpunk wasteland, play as a rogue Peacekeeper captain—explore Metroidvania-style worlds and rewrite humanity’s fate through gunfire and choice.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.2%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Robots 8.2%

Filiy Eclipse is an exploration action RPG that explores a mysterious world.Explore the surface, underground and sky of the star to discover what happened aboard it.

Why similar: Metroidvania 44.4%, Action RPG 17.1%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, RPG 8.3%, Action 4.4%

Take on a howling challenge in Full Moon Rush! This classic shoot 'em up is a bullet hell masterpiece with a boss rush twist. With 15 epic battles and old-school graphics, you'll need expert shooting skills to survive. Customizable health and Assist Mode make it accessible to all.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Side Scroller 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, 2D Platformer 12%, Shooter 8.8%

The peaceful island of Yukrea has been invaded by the evil Dread Corps! It's time to blast your way through over 6 stages of mayhem to rescue civilians and push those robots out. Use their own powers against them and help reclaim peace to the island.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Side Scroller 18.2%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Robots 11.6%, Shooter 10.4%

You are No. 13, a new game tester joining the Shallow Blue project. Following orders from your superiors, complete the testing of this mech game. But don't forget to maintain a healthy life and take care of the essential tasks that must be done.

Why similar: Metroidvania 43%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Action RPG 15.2%, RPG 9.9%, Futuristic 5.6%

Side-scrolling bullet hell shooter: ‘The Adventure of the Little Girl in the Red Hood and Little Bird Companion in a World of Swords and Magic!’ If you can read the enemy attacks and dodge the ones you should avoid, it might be surprisingly straightforward (All dodging them is perfectly fine too).

Why similar: Side Scroller 32.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Bullet Hell 25%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%, Action 5.4%

Fly through the sky! Rain down fire on the enemy forces from above! Enjoy solid combat and simple non-linear exploration in this high flying side-scrolling action shooter!

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.9%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Shooter 7.1%

ZPF is a retro-inspired horizontal shooter for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Blast your way through a cosmic gauntlet of epic boss battles, addictive scoring, and hidden secrets in a thrilling arcade-style adventure through fantasy, sci-fi, and alien-themed worlds.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Shooter 10.7%, Futuristic 6.5%

Poor Windy has come to search for the treasure hidden on the island. The queens who protect the island are not afraid of her as long as she doesn't do anything unnecessary.

Why similar: Metroidvania 35.5%, Collectathon 22.9%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Action 5.2%

Betrayed by her cut-throat crew, Luna Starr - former Space Pirate Captain turned bounty hunter - has a score to settle. As Luna, travel to 5 exotic planets to track down your mutinous mates, and face them in Bullet Hell dogfights to the death!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Bullet Hell 23.8%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Futuristic 6.4%

Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!

Why similar: Metroidvania 34.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Shooter 10.3%, 2D Platformer 10.2%

Explore vast alien worlds in Cone Flyers Castaways! From tight precision-platforming, to nail-biting bullet hell boss battles, you'll find yourself making new allies and enemies on your quest to seal the twelve lane wormhole highway and prevent an ancient calamity from destroying the universe.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.5%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Action RPG 10.3%, Shooter 8%

Raze the road less traveled with your Vulvehicle, the ultimate all-purpose armored combat machine! Whether flying through the sky, or burrowing deep underground, these gals stop at nothing to blast through terrain and enemies alike in this comical action STG!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 18%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Shooter 10%, Robots 8%

In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Upgrade your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Emerge victorious as the ultimate space pilot!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Side Scroller 23.1%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Shooter 11.1%, Space 7.5%

A 2D action game redefined through Extreme Destruction. Every impact is physical. Enemies aren’t health bars—destroy them outright, or dismantle them until they can’t fight back. You’ll explore a world fallen silent, navigating its weathered ruins sealed in ice to uncover the secrets it buried.

Why similar: Metroidvania 31.6%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Action RPG 10.1%, 2D Platformer 8%, Futuristic 8%

A PIONEER OF THE BULLET HELL GENRE BY TOAPLAN IS BACK!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Shooter 11.3%, War 8.7%

Beaked Buccaneer is a 2D mini metroidvania full of treasures and pirates that tells the story of a parrot who wants to become a pirate legend!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.3%, Side Scroller 20.4%, Action RPG 13.4%, 2D Platformer 13%, RPG 6%

Blast away wasp scum in Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order! Shoot your way through 12 scenic stages of trees, metal, and more, to eliminate the Wasp Army once and for all!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Side Scroller 21%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Shooter 14%, War 8.6%

The year is 1989. 12 years have passed since the Gogoh Army’s invasion of Earth. Exposure to alien technology during the war enabled Earth’s own technologies to take massive leaps forward. International conflict that was previously rife in the history of mankind fell to an all-time low, and the Earth Federation was established as a...

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Robots 11.8%, Shooter 8%

Play through the next chapter in the Xanthiom saga, now bigger and better than before!

Why similar: Metroidvania 41.2%, Side Scroller 23%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Sci-fi 6%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%

Choose your spaceship and defeat the alien threat that comes from the Moon. Blast your way crushing, ripping apart and exploding hostile aliens that are taking control of powerful weapons and military technology from Earth. Find the entity that controls the threat and make it explode into blood.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Shooter 8.7%, War 8%

Z-Warp is an intense vertical shoot’em up presented in retro pixel art style, featuring frenetic arcade-inspired action where blasters, bombs and KILLER specials are your only allies.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Bullet Hell 29.5%, Shooter 12.5%, Space 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%

STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Space 9.7%, Shooter 9.4%

Drill Hero Legend is a 2D action platformer with rogue-lite elements, where your drill head is your greatest weapon! Drill, shoot and slide at high speeds as you face intense challenges! Choose your route, overcome obstacles with unique advantages and disadvantages and upgrade your arsenal!

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.6%, Robots 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Collectathon 12%, 2D Platformer 8.1%

A vessel of humanity's last hope must forge a new home planet by excavating ore from asteroids, refining alloys, and fending off rival Harvesters. A "ship shooter" without bullets or weapons, Anisto rethinks the genre with unique tools and scenarios that test decision making, not just reflexes.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Collectathon 14.5%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Shooter 8.6%

Glimmer in Mirror is a 2D story-rich action shooting game. Play as Shiro in a collapsed world, to meet various unique NPCs and monsters, and gradually uncover the truth of the world through a gripping story.

Why similar: Metroidvania 26.1%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Action RPG 11.6%

R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.4%, Side Scroller 26.8%, Shooter 13.2%, Space 8.5%, Bullet Hell 6.8%

Celestia is a solo-developed indie game. An angelic bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you defeat enemies throughout the skies, and relax on a floating island with your companions.

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Shooter 11.5%, Action 3.3%

Enjoy this 2D metroidvania-like bullet hell platformer. Jump, dodge and traverse using your jet pack. Find weapons and abilities. Fight bosses and escape an old space station drifting through the cosmos. You are alone, with nothing but a space suit and a gun. Just keep going! Persevere and triumph!

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.1%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, 2D Platformer 15%, Shooter 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

Get ready for adventures, gather allies, and uncover the secrets of Forest Fury! Your forest is waiting for you to cleanse it of dark forces and restore its former beauty.

Why similar: Side Scroller 32%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Shooter 12.4%, 2D 4.3%

A mini metroidvania game about a small but very courageous slime going on an adventure, featuring colorful pixelated visuals and chiptune songs.

Why similar: Metroidvania 32.8%, Side Scroller 21.4%, 2D Platformer 13%, Action RPG 12.9%, RPG 5.8%

A girl wakes up in the grass, only to find she has lost her memory and grown wings. Playtime: ~30 minutes + endless mode

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.8%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Action RPG 15.3%, RPG 9.6%