
A quick and action paced retro styled arcade shooter, or shoot 'em up (shmup) if you like. Perfect to play in short chunks, like when you are waiting for big games to download.
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A quick and action paced retro styled arcade shooter, or shoot 'em up (shmup) if you like. Perfect to play in short chunks, like when you are waiting for big games to download.

Comit the Astrodian 3
Comit returns in Comit the Astrodian 3. This game features new stages, new allies and a new villain, Cosmo Knight.

Invaders from the Lost Sectors
Invaders from the Lost Sectors is classic arcade action. Aliens descend with increasing speed towards your base. Shoot them all before they land. Player controlled settings like guided missiles, rate of fire, enemy speed and more help you customize exactly the game experience that you want.
Comit returns in Comit the Astrodian 3. This game features new stages, new allies and a new villain, Cosmo Knight.
Why similar: 1980s 22.4%, Space 14.3%, Old School 14.2%, Arcade 12.5%, Retro 10.5%
Invaders from the Lost Sectors is classic arcade action. Aliens descend with increasing speed towards your base. Shoot them all before they land. Player controlled settings like guided missiles, rate of fire, enemy speed and more help you customize exactly the game experience that you want.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Arcade 11.3%, Shooter 10.8%, 1980s 9.9%, Space 9.1%
In the vast depths of space, lies a man with a dark past. Setting himself apart from that old life, and seeking justice against wrongdoing instead of being the cause of it, Captain Righteous uses the Freedom Fighter, his trusty space fighter to search for and combat the evil Captain Buster!
Why similar: 1980s 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, Old School 10.1%, Arcade 9.6%, Shooter 8.8%
Blast off into Operius DX, a high-speed arcade shooter where you navigate twisting polygonal tunnels, battle waves of enemies, and confront formidable bosses in an endless amount of procedurally-generated levels. How far can you get?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, 1980s 14.5%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 8.7%, Old School 8.5%
A free-to-play 90s-style bullet-hell shooter with high-res graphics, unlocked 60+ FPS, single-player campaign, and online co-op multiplayer!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Cyberpunk 12.7%, 1980s 12.5%, Arcade 9.6%, Shooter 9.4%
Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Arcade 13%, 1980s 11.2%, Shooter 11.2%, Old School 7.4%
Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.
Why similar: Arcade 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, 1980s 18.1%, Shooter 13%, Space 9%
Pipe Mania is a fast-paced puzzle game in which players lay down a set of pipes on a tiled grid in order to keep the Flooze - a constant flowing substance that speeds up with progression - moving through the pipes as long as possible without overflowing
Why similar: Arcade 35.6%, Retro 26.5%, Old School 22.6%, Casual 9.4%, 2D 5.8%
Blaze of Storm is a arcade-style vertical scrolling shmup. You will fight against enemies in cyberspace as a cyber diver.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Cyberpunk 13.5%, 1980s 10.5%, Arcade 10.4%, Retro 7.3%
Have You Been Waiting for a Modern Take on Classic Asteroid Shooters? 🚀 Your wait might just be over! Astro Busters brings you a fun space shooter with realistic physics, responsive controls and thrilling arcade action. Take on missions, upgrade your weapons, ships and fight solo or in multiplayer.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Space 13.8%, 1980s 12.7%, Arcade 11.5%, Shooter 9.7%
Gray goo is a short retro arcade shooter with lots of upgrades. This game is about destroying goo in space and saving the universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Space 13.6%, 1980s 12.1%, Retro 9.6%, Arcade 8.8%
TROID BLASTER 2 is a physics based asteroids tribute game, featuring: * Random Levels * Gachapon random generated pilots and ships * 30 weapon types to unlock * Physics based! * Hundreds of bite sized levels to play * A graveyard to bury and remember your fallen pilots
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Arcade 12.5%, 1980s 11.7%, Shooter 11%, Old School 6.6%
The Argonauts Agency – Experiments with a magical glove lead to a hilarious blunder!
In this unique shooter from 1984. take on the role of a pilot of an out-dated Cosmic Cruiser, fighting to rescue the crew of a distant space station that had been captured by a raiding party from the sinister Rallom Empire.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 10.8%, 1980s 10.7%, Retro 9.2%
Blast away in this pure retro-styled shooter and battle through tons of dangerous levels and manic boss fights.
Why similar: 1980s 23.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Retro 12.7%, Shooter 10.3%, Old School 8.5%
Meteor Blasters is a non-stop action space shooter. Inspired by Asteroids, this game will see you choose between 6 different ships each with their own characteristics and utilize a variety of weapon powerups to eradicate the space rocks. Play 4 players Co-op or Versus Mode with friends.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, 1980s 13.7%, Arcade 8.5%, Old School 7.9%, Shooter 7.9%
Solve the most mystical layouts you've ever seen!
A brand new entry to the series, NIGHT STRIKER GEAR revitalizes the sprite scaling pseudo-3D style with polished graphics. The new GEAR System gives an added depth to the gameplay without sacrificing the intuitiveness. Feeling the rush of fast-paced music, strike through the night once more!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, 1980s 12.4%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 11.4%, Cyberpunk 9.4%
A deliciously addictive core of finger-blistering shooting action, surrounded by delectable morsels of galactic exploration, spacecraft customization, and community competitions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Space 11.9%, Old School 11.9%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.7%
The Zanac battle, which was supposed to have ended, was not over. To suppress the reactivated organic intelligence, Zanac takes flight once again!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, 1980s 15.9%, Arcade 14.6%, Shooter 12.8%, Old School 9.7%
The machine world of Molybdion has fallen into disarray. As Nidhogg eats the root of the planet, unending wars rage on the surface! Slice your way through hordes of metallic foes in five frantic levels, defeat fearsome bosses, and dodge countless bullets in this vintage vertical shoot 'em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Arcade 13.5%, Old School 10.5%, Shooter 10.5%, Futuristic 10%
Pewt 'em Up! is a retro inspired arcade space shoot 'em up with lots of upgrades, achievements, extras and more.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Arcade 12.4%, Shooter 11.3%, Futuristic 9.3%, Space 8.6%
Defender's Squad is a sci-fi vertical scrolling shooter 2D that combines 7 different levels. Play Solo and pick one of the 3 ships to kill enemies and save the earth from aliens.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Space 12.7%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 10.3%, Top-Down 10.1%
Help the detective solve the mystery!
Why similar: Casual 47.5%, Family Friendly 30.4%, 2D 22.1%
A hand-drawn story exploration game set 300 years after the apocalypse. You play an archaeologist named Professor Zay, joined by her companion, ARORA, a centuries-old AI capable of recreating human memories from scanned relics.
Distant Space are present the arcade game of cosmic fights in arcade style of the 80's, this is a game where you can control the spaceship and forced to destroy extraterrestrials, which are moving in the certain order.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Space 14.2%, 1980s 13.3%, Arcade 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 7%
Enjoy fast paced action in this retro inspired arcade ShootEm Up Style game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Arcade 14.8%, Retro 11.2%, Space 9.6%, Old School 8.6%
Killistar: A 2D/3D sci-fi shoot-em-up remake of the classic arcade game Sinistar.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, 1980s 14%, Shooter 12.8%, Top-Down 11.2%, Space 10.3%
A classic style SHMUP in the tradition of 80's and 90's vertical scrolling shooters. Maximize your run and get to the top of the High-score Leaderboard. Can you achieve the rank of Fleet Admiral? It's a challenge. Visit our website for a free playable browser demo of the game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, 1980s 14.4%, Arcade 12.1%, Shooter 12.1%, Old School 7.9%
Reclaim the arcade. This is a high-octane space shooter where vibrant pixel art meets relentless alien armadas. Master your orbital defenses and survive the ultimate galactic onslaught.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Old School 13%, Arcade 12.7%, Retro 10.7%, Space 9.5%
Defendor is a throwback to the fast paced arcade games of the 80s.A retro style, arcade shooter where you upgrade your base to increase the capabilities of your ship, unlock new weapons, ships and cause more mayhem.Defend your base until everyone makes it into the escape ship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, 1980s 14.3%, Shooter 11.7%, Old School 8.7%, Futuristic 8.5%
Binarystar Infinity is a 1-Bit Shoot ‘Em Up with a challenging experience reminding of the traditional Arcade Shmup classics, that can be experienced alone or with a friend, and with the particularity of being playable in vertical or horizontal scrolling mode.
Why similar: Arcade 24.1%, Space 21.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Retro 11.5%
The notorious Blackbird's kracked, I mean, cracked! He believes Slime-san stole his treasure and unleashed his giant Kraken upon him! Sound familiar? It is now up to Slime-san to escape the giant squid's jaws back out to freedom!
The Argonauts Agency – An invitation to a wedding sets in motion an incredible investigation with an unexpected twist!
Why similar: Casual 100%
A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Arcade 12.5%, Shooter 12.3%, Top-Down 8.8%, Space 8.4%
Grab Lab is a crazy mix of puzzle and arcade game. Complete all unique levels - from simple to extremely advanced and demanding. Save the world - fix the gravity and rules of physics!
I.F.O is an old school LCD-style shoot'em up game. You have to shoot UFOs using a classic aircraft and save the animals which kidnapped by the aliens. Let's save the Earth from the aliens! You are the last hero of the world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, 1980s 17.5%, Shooter 11.1%, Old School 7.1%, Retro 6.8%
BFF or Die is a cozy/crazy couch co-op puzzle-action game for one to four players. As time traveling aliens you’re sent on a risky rescue mission to Earth! Use your gadgets collaboratively to overcome danger and survive as a team.
Why similar: Sci-fi 27.1%, Arcade 22.3%, Aliens 22.1%, Family Friendly 16%, Action 12.6%
Beginner friendly 2D vertical and horizontal retro-style little shoot 'em up. Colourful stages with sound and vision inspired by the golden age of video gaming. Totally free introduction to the world of Shmups and Bullet Hell Games!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, 1980s 17.8%, Arcade 10.2%, Old School 10%, Space 9.8%
Play as fierce feline heroes and battle villainous gangs to reclaim Feral City in this chaotic arcade adventure. Scratch, claw, and unleash your fury as adrenaline propels you through destructible environments.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Cyberpunk 14%, 1980s 13.8%, Arcade 10.1%, Shooter 9.8%
Blast and weave your way through enemy fire while managing a wide variety of ship power-ups in this retro style horizontal shoot-'em-up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, 1980s 12.7%, Arcade 9.8%, Retro 8.6%, Shooter 8.4%
A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, 1980s 11.9%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
Return to classic 80s shooters while fighting off the fast food horde in this retro space shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, 1980s 19.8%, Shooter 12.5%, Old School 10.9%, Space 9.4%
A Blast from the Past is a stunning, classic arcade shooter. Includes gameplay modes for the casual gamer through to "Tournament Mode" for Hi-Score hunters! With 4K/360Hz+ support, experience smooth as silk gameplay in this dazzling arcade blaster with something for every arcade-going fan!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Arcade 12.4%, Shooter 12.1%, 1980s 10.4%, Space 8.4%
SPACEMAN is a short, nostalgic, retro Shoot-Em-Up
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, 1980s 13.5%, Retro 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Arcade 8.3%
Use quick reflexes and sharp aim to simultaneously blow up enemies and block alike in this satisfying retro style action brick breaker! The third installment in the Game Buddy series that faithfully recreates the look, sounds, and feel of classic late 80's handheld games!
Why similar: 1980s 21.8%, Old School 17.4%, Arcade 15%, Space 9.5%, Action 8%
The Queen of the Cosmic Wartoads has been abducted by the Rigellian Slime Beasts, their deadliest foe, and turned into the most hideous thing imaginable: a human being! Traverse the Rygellian Time-Void, reach the Slime King's lair and dismantle their deathly machine with your Cosmic Tool Kit.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, 1980s 12.7%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 11.2%, Retro 10.5%
Being a bumbling supervillain's henchman is a thankless job. The spandex chafes, there's tons of late nights, and your boss rarely remembers your name. But in this narrative adventure you'll soon discover that - sometimes - even the choices of the lowliest henchman can change everything.
Step into neon-lit arcades and break, blast, and push your way through bricks and obstacles in this nostalgic brick-breaking classic. Use physics, trick-shots, and power-ups in your advance to beat challenging levels and rack up high scores.
Why similar: 1980s 19.8%, Arcade 12.6%, Old School 12.3%, Cyberpunk 12%, Retro 9.5%
1001 Jigsaw. Home Sweet Home: Back from Vacation is an exciting puzzle game and vivid memories from vacation in 500 high-quality photos.
Blast your way through enemy territory and level up your versatile arsenal of high-tech weapons in this handheld game style retro shmup!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, 1980s 18%, Retro 9.9%, Sci-fi 8.9%, Arcade 8.4%
A classic shoot 'em up with a modern edge. Galactic Plague throws you into a cosmic nightmare where survival means upgrading your ship, mastering legendary weapons, and battling the relentless Martian invasion. Are you ready to face the chaos?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Arcade 13.3%, Shooter 13.2%, Space 10%, 1980s 7.4%
1982 is a FREE retro inspired blasta-thon that will test your gaming skills to the max.
Why similar: 1980s 20.7%, Arcade 14.9%, Retro 13.4%, Shooter 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, 1980s 15.2%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 10.5%, Old School 8.9%
A short space shooter game that you can finish in your break time with beginner-friendly gameplay and some special features.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, 1980s 14.3%, Arcade 14%, Shooter 12.4%, Cyberpunk 9%
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Arcade 14.4%, Shooter 12.7%, Old School 9.9%, Space 8.6%
ZEROCRON is a straightforward, classical arcade Twin-Stick Shoot-Em-Up with a strong Commodore-Amiga-era feel. Blast asteroids and enemies to burning pixeldust!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, 1980s 12.2%, Old School 10.6%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 8.2%
Take your chance and feel like 10 again.😊To start let's meet this retro cutie.🚀 River Rush is reminiscent of an old vertically scrolling shoot’em up games.🚀 If you remember them, it's time to catch up with nostalgia. Or your father's nostalgia.😉 Board in and have some fun.👨🚀
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, 1980s 20.3%, Old School 10.6%, Arcade 10%, Shooter 7.2%
A sci-fi action arcade run-and-gun game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Old School 10.5%, Arcade 10%, Cyberpunk 9.9%, Shooter 9.1%
Is there a gamepad lying around somewhere?!! Ready to play some real shooter games again? Grab the controller and become an APANO SYN PILOT to face the alien invasion. Connect up to four controllers and shoot until you drop. 100% survival chance on "Easy", low on "Impossible".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, 1980s 14.1%, Arcade 11.6%, Space 11.2%, Shooter 11.1%