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Games Like A Blast From The Past

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Singleplayer, Shooter, Action.

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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!

Reviews: Positive — 100% — of 19 reviews
Released: 2023-03-15
Developer: Happy Cactus Games Limited
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac

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  1. #1 Invaders from the Lost Sectors
    96% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: The Lost Sectors
    Windows

    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 33.1%, Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 12.4%, Space 7.2%, Score Attack 6.9%

  2. #2 Apano SYN Fighter
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ASIN Games
    Windows

    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 30.3%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 11.5%, Space 8.1%, 1980s 7.8%

  3. #3 Nephenthesys
    96% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2024
    Dev: Let's Dev StudiosPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off on a treacherous mission to recover an unidentified energy source amidst an alien onslaught! Nephenthesys is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up presented in widescreen top-down 3D style.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.6%, 2.5D 19.2%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 10.6%, Space 5.9%

  4. #4 Planet Cracker
    95% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2021
    Dev: Nemoto Keisuke
    Windows

    Planet Cracker is a 2D shooting game features physics engine and 3D environment. You must protect a space station from space debris trying to surpass the line of defence. Destroy all debris, and accomplish the most important mission: SURVIVE!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, 2.5D 25.4%, Shooter 17.9%, Casual 10.1%, Sci-fi 7.4%

  5. #5 Astrokicker
    94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: Quadrivo Software, LLC
    Windows

    Mixing old and new, Astrokicker is inspired by classic shootemups going back to the 80s, with a few twists. The player gets to fly in any direction, and using a combination of skill and strategy, takes out the starbases controlling warpfields.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, 2.5D 22.6%, Arcade 13.6%, Action 9%, 1980s 8.8%

  6. #6 Exterminator V Pollinators
    94% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Hydro Shock Studio
    Windows

    In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, 2.5D 15.3%, Shooter 14.9%, Arcade 10.5%, Space 8%

  7. #7 Guardian: Planet Defense
    93% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Eager Lemur
    Windows

    Take command of an orbiting defense satellite in this action-packed planetary defense shooter. Blast away at waves of incoming asteroids and crafty aliens before they destroy your planet. Scavenge powerful weapons from vanquished alien ships and turn them against your foes. How long can you survive?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.1%, Shooter 18.2%, Arcade 14.2%, Action 8.4%, Casual 7%

  8. #8 PAWARUMI
    92% matchVery Positive92% of 79 reviews2018
    Dev: Manufacture 43
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Pawarumi is a modern shoot’em up set in a retro futuristic sci-fi pre-Columbian universe. You’ll take control of the almighty ship Chukaru and its three unique weapons! Shoot wisely to either do double damage, heal yourself or charge your Super Attack!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, 2.5D 23.7%, Arcade 11.5%, Shooter 10.8%, Score Attack 9%

  9. #9 Ray’z Arcade Chronology
    90% matchVery Positive90% of 100 reviews2023
    Dev: M2 Co.,LTDPub: TAITO CORP.
    Windows

    Lock-on to an exhilarating sci-fi shooting fest with the trilogy which put Taito on the 90s arcade shooting map: The Ray Series, together in one collection for the first time!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.8%, 2.5D 18.2%, Shooter 16.2%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Action 7.1%

  10. #10 Blurple Food Wars
    91% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2021
    Dev: Patrick Milholland
    Windows

    Return to classic 80s shooters while fighting off the fast food horde in this retro space shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Shooter 16.9%, 1980s 11.7%, Action 10.6%, Casual 9.1%

  11. #11 Alpha Warrior
    89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Smobile
    Windows

    Alpha Warrior is a retro, space shooter where the player engages in flight combat with enemy terrestrials and arcade style bosses.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Shooter 18.1%, Arcade 16.5%, Casual 11%, Space 8.7%

  12. #12 DIM-EGION
    91% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: aa9bbPub: Akasha Apostles
    Windows

    Single Player Shooting Game with 2D Collision Detection and 3D Rendering

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40%, Shooter 21.3%, Action 9.5%, Space 8.3%, 1980s 8.1%

  13. #13 Cosmic Cruiser
    88% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    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 24.3%, Shooter 19.3%, Arcade 12.6%, Score Attack 7.3%, Space 7.2%

  14. #14 Amicade
    86% matchPositive91% of 35 reviews2023
    Dev: Gaterooze, Ink
    Windows

    Three classic Score Attack games with online Leaderboards. Blast, Chomp and Swerve your way to high scores!

    Why similar: 2.5D 26.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Arcade 17.4%, Score Attack 14.8%, 1980s 13%

  15. #15 VectaGuard: Zero
    89% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: RetroNinja
    Windows · Linux

    Arcade-inspired shmup action where neon vector caverns explode with modern visuals, dynamic music, weapon upgrades and intense score chasing.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, 2.5D 19.5%, Arcade 10.6%, Shooter 9.5%, Score Attack 8.3%

  16. #16 Asteroid Blasters
    87% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Asteroid 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 your enemies. Play 2 players to increase your chance of survival.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 12%, 1980s 10.7%, Space 7.1%

  17. #17 Galactic Plague 2000
    85% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
    Dev: Yacoobs C.MPub: Y3TuuStudio
    Windows

    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 35.7%, Shooter 16.1%, Arcade 13%, Score Attack 7.3%, Space 7%

  18. #18 Chicken Invaders 1
    83% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2025
    Dev: InterAction studios
    Windows

    Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 14.3%, Action 9.8%, Casual 8.5%

  19. #19 Stars of Strife
    86% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Sicur54
    Windows

    Shoot, dodge, and survive your way through unique bosses and swarms of enemies in this Galaga inspired arcade shooter where the fate of a galaxy rests in your hands.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Shooter 16.6%, Arcade 15.2%, Action 11.1%, Casual 9.6%

  20. #20 Energy Fighters
    82% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    A modern retro inspired side scrolling shooter with a deep upgrade system and the ability to absorb enemy fire and also deflect it back to your enemies. A fast paced shooter that can be played solo or local co-op with 12 difficulty modes and lots of boss battles.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, 2.5D 20%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 8.9%, Sci-fi 7%

  21. #21 Syder Arcade
    84% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
    Dev: Studio Evil
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.7%, Arcade 12.3%, Shooter 11.6%, Space 6.9%, Action 6.2%

  22. #22 Anthea's Justice
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Karl_SpencerPub: ITNC Games
    Windows

    The year is 2248. You play as Anthea, a pilot for the Spacing Guild. She's battling a pirate fleet. During the game, you'll need to destroy four leader ships.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.6%, Shooter 18.4%, Arcade 10.7%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Action 6.6%

  23. #23 ImageStriker
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 91 reviews2019
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    Image Striker is a 2D vertical scroll shooting game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38%, Shooter 16.8%, Score Attack 12.4%, Arcade 7.3%, 1980s 6.2%

  24. #24 Terra Flame
    81% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2022
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    Terra Flame is a horizontal shmup inspired by the 90's. The feature is that you can switch between three types of weapons in real time.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.6%, Shooter 15.8%, Score Attack 11.5%, Arcade 6.8%, 1980s 5.6%

  25. #25 Super Psy Penguin
    81% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2020
    Dev: SHOKIZM INTERACTIVE
    Windows

    Super Psy Penguin is a Cyber Penguin Hero Simulator in which you play a realistic Cyber Penguin, giving you the power to save the galaxy! The game is inspired by Parodius and Xenon-II and many other Shmups from our childhoods.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 51.1%, Shooter 21%, Arcade 16.7%, Action 7.9%, Indie 2%

  26. #26 Space Demon Combat Tactics III
    80% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Matt Kuhn
    Windows

    Join the High Commander as the eternally loyal Green in an epic journey to save the Blues from the menace of the Greys and their evil Red Gems!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.7%, Shooter 18.3%, Arcade 16.7%, Action 11.5%, Space 9.1%

  27. #27 EGGCONSOLE ZANAC EX MSX2
    77% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: D4Enterprise Co.,Ltd.
    Windows

    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 33.1%, Shooter 16.9%, Arcade 15.3%, Action 10.3%, 1980s 9.2%

  28. #28 Zero Wrath Vendetta
    79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: Incandescent Workshop LLC
    Windows

    Dodge enemy beams with your space fighter, kill huge bosses, and sing along to seven distinct songs in this unique rock opera videogame.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.9%, Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 13.6%, Action 9.3%, Space 6.4%

  29. #29 Gun-REViper
    78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: naga84games
    Windows

    This is a 2.5D vertical scrolling shooting game. Use your ingenuity to fight your way to a high score.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.4%, Shooter 16.3%, 2.5D 15%, Score Attack 8.7%, Sci-fi 8.4%

  30. #30 Distant Space
    76% matchVery Positive86% of 2,983 reviews2016
    Dev: PixelMouse
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    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 39.5%, Arcade 13.6%, Space 11.9%, Shooter 8.6%, 1980s 8.5%

  31. #31 WOLFLAME
    77% matchVery Positive85% of 116 reviews2016
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.1%, Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 14.2%, Action 6.5%, Score Attack 6.1%

  32. #32 Short Warp: Deep Space Bounty
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Short Warp LLC
    Windows

    Short Warp: Deep Space Bounty is a modern arcade shoot ’em up mixing top-down and side-scrolling missions in a rugged sci-fi universe. Pilot stock ships or craft custom builds across multiple game modes. Cast a short warp and Lower Away!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, 2.5D 14.3%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 11.2%, Score Attack 9.3%

  33. #33 Space & Pixels
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Basil Masil
    Windows

    Space & Pixels is a top-down space shooter with classic gameplay. Battle through each level, blast lots of enemies, upgrade your ship's firepower, and uncover the truth behind your dangerous mission.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.9%, Shooter 19%, Arcade 17.4%, Action 12.2%, Space 8.4%

  34. #34 Asteroides
    76% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2022
    Dev: Verrua GiuseppePub: bit ManiaX
    Windows · Mac

    it's simple, fast, rocking, without pauses, without life, without time will you save the earth? Asteroides is a 70/80s shooter with realistic physics and a completely three-dimensional environment. Moving, destroying and surviving is complicated in an infinitely finite space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, 2.5D 22.2%, Shooter 17%, Action 9.6%, Space 7.2%

  35. #35 SkyDefender
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Dopaminer
    Windows

    SkyDefender is a high-octane arcade shooter inspired by the golden era of coin-op cabinets. Take control of a powerful anti-air machine gun, clear the skies of enemy squadrons, and test your reflexes in a relentless battle for the high score!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.8%, Shooter 17.2%, Arcade 13.7%, Score Attack 9.3%, Action 6.7%

  36. #36 Ricky Recharge
    73% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2022
    Dev: Team Recharge
    Windows · Mac

    Ricky wakes up all alone in a robot apocalypse. Little did they know that this was exactly what he had been waiting for! Charge, zap, blast, and recharge your way through an ever growing army of bots in this high score focused arcade shooter!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, 2.5D 17.3%, Shooter 11.8%, Score Attack 11.5%, Arcade 11.2%

  37. #37 Nevultra
    74% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Zoblin Multimedia
    Windows

    Nevultra is an exciting shoot'em up that will take you back to the 8bit/16bit era. The protagonist, Nina, needs your help to reach her destination in deep space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.6%, Arcade 14.1%, Shooter 13.5%, Score Attack 8.4%, Action 8.2%

  38. #38 Mud River
    75% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Rocpain Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Mud River is a horizontal 2D Shoot‘em Up game. The Rio Doce (Sweet River) was a paradise for mankind and animals, but now it has become a territory destroyed by the unscrupulous activities of Dr. Wellin. This is Pacal's first destination, ascending the Rio Doce preventing its complete destruction.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, 2.5D 20.5%, Shooter 14.6%, Arcade 13.1%, Action 6.7%

  39. #39 Eschaton: Battle For Eternity
    72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Aaron Lehnen
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Eschaton is a vivid, fast-paced top-down arcade sci-fi space shooter with weapon upgrades, intense boss fights, dynamic SFX, and an original metal-meets-synth soundtrack. Chase high scores, accuracy ranks, and speedrun times while killing aliens in this chapter of a longer legendary saga.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, 2.5D 23.6%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 9.1%, 1980s 8.5%

  40. #40 White Eyes
    74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Chocolate Ship Games
    Windows

    Embark on an interstellar race as the universe collapses. Swing swords, fire projectiles, and reflect hazards to save nomads. 60 challenging missions. Random encounters. Simple mouse controls. Conquer diverse hazards. Will you guide them home?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, 2.5D 22.8%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 9.5%, Casual 8.2%

  41. #41 Infinite Shooter
    75% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2016
    Dev: Minion Productions Inc.
    Windows

    Infinite Shooter is a top down arcade shooting game, also known as a "Shmup", with the emphasis squarely on the action. With no story in the way of your fun, simply choose an opponent and take them down to earn powerful weapons, upgrades, ships, and power-ups!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.5%, Shooter 17.6%, Arcade 14.9%, Action 12.7%, Indie 4.4%

  42. #42 R-Type Final 2
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 816 reviews2021
    Dev: Granzella Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    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 44.1%, Shooter 17%, Arcade 14.6%, Space 7.9%, Action 7.6%

  43. #43 Crazy Invader ShootEm Down
    71% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Crazy Retro Games
    Windows

    Enjoy fast paced action in this retro inspired arcade ShootEm Up Style game

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39%, Arcade 17.6%, Space 8.2%, Casual 7.7%, Retro 7.5%

  44. #44 Verisim Skies
    69% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2023
    Dev: Carry-On Games
    Windows

    Verisim Skies is a Vertical Shoot 'Em Up with an emphasis on story and cinematic action. Go forth, Champion. Find your purpose. Fulfill your destiny. Accept your fate.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 58.9%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Action 9%, Sci-fi 5.8%

  45. #45 Asteroids: Recharged
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 104 reviews2021
    Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    How long can you survive the depths of space in this fresh revival of the classic arcade shooter, all while grooving to an original score by Megan McDuffee. Pilot solo or recruit a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 11.7%, Score Attack 8.2%, Space 8.1%

  46. #46 While you are Downloading
    71% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2018
    Dev: Alien Nude LTD
    Windows

    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.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Arcade 12.4%, Shooter 12.1%, 1980s 10.4%, Space 8.4%

  47. #47 Astro Attack
    68% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: Blocky Pixel
    Windows

    A single-stick arcade shoot 'em up inspired by the golden years of retro gaming. Blast to the synthwave beat to combine powerups and destroy waves of invaders. Complete missions, compete on leaderboards, discover secrets, and unlock over 80 unique ships from every era of gaming.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38%, Score Attack 13.6%, Arcade 10.9%, Shooter 10.8%, 1980s 6.4%

  48. #48 Raging Blasters 2
    73% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    The sequel to the speed-and-destruction shmup "Raging Blasters" is here! It's called "Raging Blasters 2." This is an arcade-style vertical scrolling shmup in which players control a fighter jet and battle various enemies in outer space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.6%, Arcade 16%, Action 9.3%, Score Attack 8.6%, Casual 8.2%

  49. #49 Chaos Moon : 1CC Edition
    68% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: SNOWBALL EFFECT GAMES
    Windows

    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 32.1%, Shooter 17.3%, Arcade 13.8%, Action 9.6%, 1980s 9%

  50. #50 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
    67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: JMC
    Windows · Linux

    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 34.3%, Shooter 15.9%, Arcade 11.5%, Score Attack 10.6%, Space 10.3%

  51. #51 MissileDancer
    70% matchPositive83% of 18 reviews2018
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    Vertical Scroll Shooting Game with Lock-on Missile

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.1%, Shooter 18.8%, Score Attack 14.7%, Action 5.7%, Arcade 5.7%

  52. #52 Rolling Gunner
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2022
    Dev: Project Rolling GunnerPub: mebius.
    Windows

    March 18th, 2061 - "Operation Downfall" Commences With its reliance on BAC, humanity had forgotten how to operate even basic transportation, let alone weapons. After the attacks from BAC and the subsequent social chaos, the human population was reduced by half.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.2%, Shooter 22.9%, Score Attack 13.4%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Action 4.1%

  53. #53 Tiger Heli
    68% matchMixed64% of 22 reviews2024
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Take off on a classic arcade journey with Tiger-Heli, Toaplan's pioneering vertical shooter that set the stage for an entire genre. Now available on PC with a host of modern upgrades!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.3%, Arcade 18.1%, Score Attack 9.3%, 1980s 7.6%, Action 6.9%

  54. #54 Attack of the Mechadonk - The ultimate donkey
    69% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2020
    Dev: Mechadonk Media
    Windows

    Old school side scrolling shoot'em up. Blast through exciting different locations. Defeating waves of defenders until the final boss battle. Attack of the Mechadonk is a indie game developed for fun and learning for the creator.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.5%, Shooter 17.2%, Arcade 15.3%, Action 11.1%, Casual 9.6%

  55. #55 The Pacifist
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Taillis, Inc
    Windows

    The Pacifist is a retro sci-fi top-down action game with unique mechanics that blends elements of the Arcade and Rhythm genres on a gorgeous, minimalist battlefield. Only in The Pacifist can you fight without fighting.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, 2.5D 21.7%, Arcade 11.4%, Score Attack 6.4%, 1980s 6.3%

  56. #56 Sun Blast: Star Fighter
    70% matchMixed66% of 782 reviews2015
    Dev: OBLONE SoftwarePub: Senpai Industrial Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Sun Blast is the best 3d space shooter on Steam. Earn upgrades as you fight your way through a huge seleciton of levels. Full gamepad support!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 51.8%, Arcade 11.9%, Action 9.8%, Shooter 9.6%, Space 8.9%

  57. #57 Bounce your Bullets!
    67% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: Quentin Edel
    Windows

    A small game where you cannot stop moving forward. Your bullets get stronger and stronger after they bounce enough times. Bounce your Bullets! is a casual yet increasingly difficult colorful shmup where you survive for as long as possible against growing waves of enemies.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Score Attack 14%, Shooter 12.5%, Space 12.1%, Arcade 8.2%

  58. #58 Killistar
    66% matchNo user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Area Code 313 Games LLC
    Windows

    Killistar: A 2D/3D sci-fi shoot-em-up remake of the classic arcade game Sinistar.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.8%, Shooter 18.2%, 1980s 8.7%, Space 8.4%, Action 8.3%

  59. #59 Asteroids
    66% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: Play Asteroids
    Windows

    Another version of the classic Asteroids game

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Shooter 17.7%, Arcade 15.9%, Action 10.1%, Space 6.9%

  60. #60 Horizon Shift '81
    67% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2019
    Dev: Flump StudiosPub: Funbox Media Ltd
    Windows · Mac

    An explosive wave based shooter (shmups) with a real Retro feel to it. You can even play the game in Tate screen mode! "...if you have the itch for some old-school arcade blast-em-up fun, Horizon Shift '81 is a great way to feed that craving." - 8/10 - The Sixth Axis

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.8%, Shooter 18.2%, Arcade 15.4%, Space 12.9%, Indie 6.1%

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