- #1 Steve's HardCore WorldTour
97% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: CafeLovaiPub: Hourglass Studios
Windows
A Speedy 2.5D Shooter where you cruise around Earth fighting galactic terrorists using the power of pure insanity.
Why similar: Runner 25.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Side Scroller 16.9%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Shooter 7.8%
- #2 Space Mash
96% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Paul Thomas
Windows · Linux
Space Mash is a bullet-hell shooter in the retro style of the earliest arcade games. To help beginners, older players and those with a motor impairment, there are five levels of slow-down that can be activated at any time during game play.
Why similar: Bullet Time 22% ★, Side Scroller 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Shooter 8.9%
- #3 Pigeon Strike
96% match8 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Rubico Games
Windows
This cute casual game is offering you the chance to relax and get some lazy revenge while you test your reflexes and expand your poop reign.
Why similar: Runner 33.1%, Bullet Time 20.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Linear 7.2%, Arcade 7%
- #4 Celestia
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Devon Meyer
Windows
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 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Shooter 10.4%, Linear 7.1%
- #5 Deathsmiles I・II
94% matchVery Positive95% of 110 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Angels swooping across a disastrous sky! The shoot 'em up of gothic horrors is back
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Bullet Hell 13%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Shooter 9.6%
- #6 Run x Gun
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Revolutionary Interactive
Windows · Linux
Run and gun while you shoot down hoards of alien space ships in a bullet hell shooter/endless runner. Upgrade your gun with various power ups and weapon types like rockets, grenades and lasers. And finally defeat menacing boss ships to save the world from the scourge of alien invaders.
Why similar: Runner 25%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Bullet Hell 12%, 2D Platformer 9.1%
- #7 Waldo - In the Heart of the City
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rafael FernandesPub: Maniva Studio
Windows
Join Waldo in a fast-paced 2D adventure! Fly across Mosquitópolis, battle enemies, and uncover the source of a mysterious virus in this fun and educational shoot ’em up.
Why similar: Runner 21.6%, Education 16.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Bullet Hell 11.5%
- #8 ROCPAIN: Rock Paper Scissors
92% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Rocpain Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A paper airplane fights against Rock, Paper and Scissors. The ROCPAIN gameplay is inspired on the rock-paper-scissors hand game, and like the original hand game, each enemy only its destroyed with the right shot. A new way to play shooting games that will challenge your skills.
Why similar: Runner 29.4%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Shooter 8.7%, Linear 7.4%
- #9 Is It Wrong to Try to Shoot 'em Up Girls in a Dungeon?
91% matchVery Positive92% of 246 reviews2020
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: PQube
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Enjoy a free shoot'em up side-scrolling mini-game with the characters from the anime and JRPG DanMachi, and fight through stages of bullet hell and bosses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Shooter 8.8%
- #10 Firefly Witch
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dirty Cats
Windows · Linux
Fly, fight, and cast spells in this thrilling witch shooter! Save your friends from a mysterious menace using your magical prowess and spells. Become a fearless witch on a high-speed adventure!
Why similar: Bullet Time 18.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Anime 7%
- #11 Project Bullet
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sakasoft
Windows
Project Bullet is a side-scrolling bullet hell game, which sets in Pistalia, the fantasy world where people get the blessing from their god this power came to be known as ''Bullet'', Escape from the evil empire, find valuable allies, arm yourself with powerful gadgets and destroy all your enemies!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Anime 16.7%, Shooter 9.9%
- #12 Ninja Chowdown: Glaze of Glory
89% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Dummy DojoPub: Abylight Studios
Windows
Play as Donatsu, the chubby ninja and use your secret arts to fight along 35 action packed levels, in which to collect donuts and defeat members of the evil food clans. Ninja Chowdown: Glaze of Glory is a delicious pixel art arcade that will put your abilities to test.
Why similar: Runner 34%, Side Scroller 23.7%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 7.6%, Funny 6.1%
- #13 Bomb Escape
89% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Thiago FernandesPub: TAG Games
Windows
Bomb Escape is a game of skill and reflex. Dodge bombs, release characters and prove you have the best score in the world of Bomb Escape!
Why similar: Runner 22.5%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, 2D Platformer 11.9%
- #14 Veggie Menace
88% matchMostly Positive76% of 63 reviews2022
Dev: DigiPen Europe-BilbaoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
After a failed spell during a vegetable contest in the Middle Ages, the vegetables come to life and try to invade the civilization. A little witch with her magic powers will need to fight against this invasion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Side Scroller 20.7%, Shooter 11.5%, Linear 10.6%, Arcade 8%
- #15 ProtoCorgi
86% matchVery Positive90% of 168 reviews2023
Dev: Kemono GamesPub: Ravenscourt
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Get ready to Bark’em Up! Play as Bullet, a C³ class (Cute Cybernetic Corgi) pup on his quest to save his owner, a brilliant scientist kidnapped by an alien race that wants to rule the galaxy. ProtoCorgi is a retro pixel art shoot’em up with a strong arcade feel!
Why similar: Bullet Time 28.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Anime 9.8%, Side Scroller 9.5%
- #16 Momoka (wo) Wasshoi
85% matchVery Positive94% of 790 reviews2025
Dev: TOEI ANIMATION Co.,Ltd
Windows
Safely escort the intoxicated person to her couch at home.
Why similar: Runner 37.6%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Anime 13.4%, Funny 9.5%, Cute 8.2%
- #17 Rise & Shine
87% matchMixed69% of 907 reviews2017
Dev: Super Mega TeamPub: Adult Swim Games
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Welcome to Gamearth, a once peaceful planet now threatened by the warmongering Space grunts of Nexgen. In the aftermath of their devastating first strike a child named Rise is forced to take on the sacred gun Shine - and with it the fate of his world.
Why similar: Bullet Time 20.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, 2D Platformer 10.7%
- #18 Chromacell
86% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 171Dev
Windows
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 21.7%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Shooter 11.2%, Linear 10.3%
- #19 Galactic Mecha GunSuit
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Theosoft
Windows
A linear danmaku shoot-em-up with some visual novel elements. Clear 6 stages across 4 difficult settings, each with unique enemy spawns, bullet patterns and boss phases. The game is structured to have each difficulty cleared in sequence, with the full plot unfolding across each one.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Bullet Time 16.4% ★, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Visual Novel 12.4%, Shooter 12.2%
- #20 The X-Type
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BinaryWriter
Windows
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 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Shooter 9.9%
- #21 Nyan-Nyan Punch!
83% matchPositive100% of 43 reviews2023
Dev: NomaryPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
냥냥펀치(Nyan-Nyan Punch!)는 귀여운 동물귀 소녀들이 공중에서 1대 1 싸움을 벌이는 액션 게임입니다. 언뜻 보면 슈팅 게임처럼 보이지만 펀치를 날려 시원한 근접 공격으로 싸워야 합니다!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Shooter 11.8%, Anime 9.7%, Arcade 7.9%
- #22 Glitch World
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Radar
Windows
Glitch World is a retro-platform-shooter where the levels change WHILE YOU PLAY! How far will you make it?
Why similar: Runner 27.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Shooter 9.4%, Linear 9.1%
- #23 Serious Sam: Kamikaze Attack!
82% matchVery Positive81% of 253 reviews2021
Dev: Be-Rad EntertainmentPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Step into the boots of Serious Sam's most iconic foe, the Headless Kamikaze, and chase down the vile Serious Sam in this action packed arcade runner
Why similar: Runner 37.7%, Side Scroller 15.9%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Arcade 10.9%, Action 6.9%
- #24 Dessert Storm Girls
81% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Joe James
Windows
Avoid bullets and eliminate enemies to earn points.Take on challenging enemies and bosses across multiple stages, each with its unique design and challenges. Use your skills to stay ahead of the enemy and emerge victorious.Help the CDF stop the separatist uprising and restore peace.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Shooter 9.7%, Linear 9%
- #25 Purry Furry Adventurry
81% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: Crabby Collabby
Windows
Help Kat escape from her loving owner in this cute little endless runner!
Why similar: Runner 32.2%, Side Scroller 21.2%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Arcade 7.9%, Funny 7.9%
- #26 The Rush
79% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: Hornbuckle Who
Windows
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 22.4%, Side Scroller 21.7%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shooter 11.7%, Linear 10.8%
- #27 Mamorukun ReCurse!
78% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2025
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Everyone, gather at the YO-KAI Disco! The cursed shooting party begins! All past game modes, additional characters, and BGM are included at once!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Shooter 12.7%, Anime 10.1%
- #28 SoundStorm
80% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Damian Hiltebrand
Windows · Mac
Reflect bullets to the beat in this psychedelic rhythm bullet hell shoot 'em up. Patterns of rhythm and bullets are melted into a unprecedented gameplay experience. Feel this immersive audivisual experience filling your soul with excitement and joy.
Why similar: Bullet Time 23.9% ★, Runner 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Bullet Hell 10.2%, Shooter 7.1%
- #29 Shikhondo: Blue Pieta
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
Once more, the hunt for Youkai begins! Across the ocean in a city far, far away, the side-scrolling shoot 'em up action of our two protagonists unfolds! Complete the Pietà of struggle that burns blue with its raging barrage!
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Shooter 9.9%, Anime 9.9%
- #30 Origami Flight
79% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2019
Dev: Whalesoft Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Origami Flight is a sidescrolling 2D shoot' em up where you control a paper airplane with a simple but challenging mission: to save the Origami World. Now you must beat 6 different stages with tons of enemies in order to save the Tsuru from the evil Origami Fox.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Shooter 8.3%, Linear 6.4%
- #31 Shooting Saucer
77% matchVery Positive90% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: SinksAdventure
Windows
A flying saucer chases you all over the galaxy. Run away, defeat enemies, and evolve to avoid getting abducted
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Side Scroller 22.1%, 2D Platformer 15.8%, Shooter 11.4%, Linear 11%
- #32 PIXEL DASH: Toast of Destiny
76% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Clover Lab.,inc.Pub: Xenotoon Inc.
Windows
Haruka Ran is a high school girl who runs with a piece of bread in her mouth. She is searching for her fated encounter in a side-scrolling, furious JK anime action game! Let's go meet the man of your dreams with the anime-style story and slapstick sprinting action!
Why similar: Runner 27.8%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Anime 12%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Visual Novel 8.7%
- #33 Forest Fury
77% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: CouraGGe ent.
Windows
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 29.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 28%, 2D Platformer 18%, Shooter 12.9%, 2D 4.9%
- #34 COTTON REBOOT!
75% matchMostly Positive77% of 74 reviews2021
Dev: Rocket-Engine Co.,Ltd.Pub: BEEP
Windows
Cotton Reboot! is a completely remastered version of Cotton.Fantastic Night Dreams, the originator of the witchy shooting game released 30 years ago, with new features and the latest visual design.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.8%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Shooter 12.7%, Anime 11.3%
- #35 Beer Gunner
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Des Interactive
Windows
A fast-paced run-and-gun shooter in the spirit of the classics — shoot, jump, and shred monsters to energetic music.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, 2D Platformer 20.9%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Shooter 14.6%, Linear 7.6%
- #36 Sobreviva Ziggy!
74% match8 user reviews89% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: PophipPub: Pophip.inc
Windows
Survive with Ziggy through the challenges of a carioca marine life in search of its ideal mate. Take the opportunity to learn more about the life of a seahorse and its daily challenges, as well as predators and prey!
Why similar: Runner 27.5%, Education 18.9%, Side Scroller 15.8%, 2D Platformer 11%, Arcade 7.6%
- #37 Missing Banban
73% matchVery Positive93% of 285 reviews2025
Dev: Simon CarnyPub: Euphoric Brothers
Windows
Grab your weapons and delve into this action side-scroller intense adventure. Jump around and explore the insane levels. Shoot and dodge your way through enemies. Fight to find your friend and solve the disappearance!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Side Scroller 23.4%, 2D Platformer 16.6%, Linear 9.6%, Funny 7.9%
- #38 Kaiju Kite Attack
76% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: PWCA
Windows
OH MY KAIJU!!! IT'S...KAIJU!!! KAIJU KITE ATTACK!!! The FIRST EVER SHMUP-platformer! Get your kite in the sky now! The Kaiju are coming to town to burn it down. Save your Meemaw! Save the universe! FLY OR DIE!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, Shooter 10%
- #39 Kamikaze Empire
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kamikaze KoboPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Carve the path to victory with kamikaze attacks! Blow away enemies with outlandish weapons, then become your own projectile and take the rest out in a blaze of explosive glory! A self destructive shmup where you devastate everything in your wake. "Squadron, charge~!"
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Side Scroller 22.5%, Anime 15%, Shooter 8.6%, Cute 7.2%
- #40 Chrono Wing: Cats in Space!
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PSYGNORIUM
Windows · Mac
Chrono Wing: Cats in Space!" is a 90s-inspired SHMUP. Master five action-packed stages and use your time-rewinding abilities to dodge the game-over screen and build huge combos.
Why similar: Bullet Time 23.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Shooter 11.2%, Anime 7.4%
- #41 Mars Lives !!
73% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: DoWhileTosh
Windows
This game is specially designed for parents and children to enjoy a shared gaming experience. It contains several mini-games that will captivate the whole family.
Why similar: Runner 32.4%, Side Scroller 24.3%, Education 19.9%, Linear 8.2%, Arcade 7.3%
- #42 Astro Burn
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Beyond The PIxelsPub: Pixel Doors
Windows
A fast-paced sci-fi cute-em-up filled with colourful bullet-hell chaos and giant adorable animals in huge mechs. Play as Astro a space cat, as you blast, dodge, upgrade, trigger Catnip Special Powers, and take down screen-filling cute critters overlords in retro arcade style.
Why similar: Bullet Time 20.7% ★, Side Scroller 15.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Linear 7.3%
- #43 Crunky's Fun Rager
71% matchPositive97% of 34 reviews2024
Dev: Carson Kompon
Windows
Hop your way through an endless arcade running experience where you complete challenges, collect letters, and defeat the Crunko Pops and anything they may be hiding. The game features tons of Achievements to collect, Stats to track, and Daily Leaderboards to compete against!
Why similar: Runner 31.4%, Side Scroller 18.6%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Arcade 9.1%, Cute 5.6%
- #44 Fetch!
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Goofy Guy Games
Windows
Welcome, this is Fetch! A cozy game to relax and just have fun with. Explore beautiful nature scenes around the world, relax your mind to beautiful soundscapes and music, and discover unique challenges and puzzles within the world as you try to beat the level!
Why similar: Runner 35.7%, Side Scroller 24.8%, Linear 9.3%, Arcade 8%, Funny 7%
- #45 tz mini stg collection
70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Bullet Hell 17%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 11.2%
- #46 Turnip Boy Steals the Mail
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Snoozy Kazoo
Windows · Linux
Turnip Boy's list of crimes grows in this spinoff mail-nabbing runner! Dash through package-littered landscapes, swapping styles while aiming for new high-scores and run closer to Veggieville's latest conspiracy.
Why similar: Runner 27.3%, Side Scroller 17.5%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Linear 8.6%, Funny 6.9%
- #47 Halloween Forever
72% matchVery Positive91% of 181 reviews2016
Dev: Imaginary MonstersPub: Poppy Works
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Something mysterious is happening in the pumpkin patch this Halloween! You control Pumpkin Man, a humanoid pumpkin thing animated by occult forces on a quest to discover why things are so creepy. And you vomit candy corn.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Side Scroller 18.9%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Shooter 9.8%, Multiple Endings 8.2%
- #48 Fox Flare Night
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: あうとさいど
Windows
Shape-shifting Kitsune Mio battles the mischievous Tanuki army in this fast-paced, comedic side-scrolling shooter! Unleash powerful yōjutsu and transformations to dodge bullet barrages. Packed with modes for both casual and hardcore players, offering plenty of content to master!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Anime 10%
- #49 Black Otaku - SOS HD
70% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Def Sauce
Windows
Big guns have begun an attack on YOUR communities, and trust, bredren, YOU DI ONLY BLACK MAN DAT CYAN STOP DEM ...and di only way to stop dem, is to run-right and shoot everything that moves!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Anime 13.9%, Shooter 13.4%, 2D Platformer 12.7%
- #50 Capsoul
68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: FortunePixel
Windows
Capsy - a cheeky capsule with a moustache and stylish shower cap - faces ruthless Thornark in a fateful showdown. In this hardcore platformer with scarce lives, master diverse weapons and slick abilities to overcome relentless challenges.
Why similar: Bullet Time 32.4% ★, Side Scroller 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Bullet Hell 10.2%
- #51 Adventure of Leek
69% matchVery Positive88% of 57 reviews2022
Dev: plufmot
Windows
Equipped with nothing but water balloons, you must help a young child named Leek on an uber-challenging journey home!
Why similar: Bullet Time 24.1% ★, Side Scroller 17.2%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Shooter 9.5%, Linear 8.2%
- #52 Udder
67% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Aesthetician Labs
Windows
Reach escape velocity as a cow with no legs in this tiny reflexive one-button endless runner.
Why similar: Runner 42.5%, Side Scroller 23.7%, Funny 9.6%, Arcade 9.2%, Action 5.1%
- #53 JUNK: The Legend of Junichi Kato
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: 7shi321
Windows
This is the story of Junichi Kato after he reached the top of the world. On December 31st, New Year's Eve, Junichi is suddenly captured, and when he wakes up, he finds himself there... The world of 200 years later and the true identity of the Katroid are revealed. Save the world with your friends!
Why similar: Side Scroller 24%, 2D Platformer 18.5%, Bullet Hell 16%, Multiple Endings 13.1%, Shooter 10.8%
- #54 月之泪 ~ Tears of Luna
69% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: 宇智波早苗
Windows
Danmaku style STG. What is The cause of the Emergency?Why the artifact finally appeared? Travel through time and space,dodge the bullet-hell, defeat the sorceress, and save your own world line!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Anime 14.5%, Bullet Time 11.3% ★, Shooter 9.6%
- #55 Add and Multiply, Math Tower 2
68% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: Ticos Games
Windows
Welcome to the game that will turn math learning into an exciting adventure! 🚀 Specifically designed for our little ones to practice basic operations while immersing themselves in an unparalleled playful experience.
Why similar: Education 23.4%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Anime 13.7%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Funny 8.4%
- #56 Dubu Rush
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: AkDang Games
Windows
Warriors fight the king to save this world. However, the king is too high because it is very high. So you need to help you reach the king to this hero.
Why similar: Runner 29.4%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Anime 10.9%, Arcade 10.4%, Action 9.3%
- #57 Art Strikers
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Friendly Fire Software
Windows
Draw your path to victory in Art Strikers! A unique art themed bullet hell shoot-em-up that looks and plays like a beautiful work of art.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 12%, Cute 6%
- #58 Idol Hell
67% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2023
Dev: Ultimate DevelopersPub: MAGIC Spell Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
🎀Idol Hell is the beginner friendly bullet hell game!🎀Play as Medli and fight through hoards of enemies and meet vibrant cute bosses! Play at your pace and choose from 4 difficulties!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Anime 13.5%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 7.8%
- #59 The 7th Sign Project
65% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Try-Estate
Windows
The 7th Sign Project is a classic 2D-platformer action game inspired by Doom, Quake, Abuse, and Painkiller games. Our goal is to entertain the player with massive enemy fights, boss fights, and stirring music.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, 2D Platformer 16.2%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Shooter 13.6%
- #60 GIGANTIC ARMY
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 365 reviews2014
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Side-scrolling mech-shooting bad-assery is BACK!GIGANTIC ARMY is a heartfelt homage to 16-bit era mech shooters such as Cybernator / Assault Suits Valken, Metal Warriors, and Front Mission: Gun Hazard, developed by the studio behind the acclaimed shooter SATAZIUS.
Why similar: Runner 30.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 2D Platformer 10.2%, Shooter 6.6%