- #1 Aaero
97% matchVery Positive83% of 1,028 reviews2017
Dev: Mad FellowsPub: Wired Productions
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Trace ribbons of light to release the energy in the music as you speed through stylised alien worlds. Battle strange enemies and fight epic boss battles all driven by an incredible licensed soundtrack.
Why similar: Rhythm 37.2%, Music 35.7%, On-Rails Shooter 17.2% ★, Action 5.2%, Indie 4.7%
- #2 Beat Hazard 2
96% matchVery Positive86% of 2,250 reviews2019
Dev: Cold Beam Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.
Why similar: Rhythm 25.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.7%, Music 21.1%, Space 7.7%, PvP 6.3%
- #3 Beat Hazard
96% matchVery Positive95% of 7,422 reviews2010
Dev: Cold Beam Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Experience your music collection like never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.
Why similar: Rhythm 27.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 25.5%, Music 24.6%, Space 6.8%, Local Co-Op 3.8%
- #4 Invector: Rhythm Galaxy
95% matchVery Positive81% of 104 reviews2023
Dev: Hello There GamesPub: Warner Music Group
Windows
Navigate breathtaking, celestial worlds while mastering the beat of chart-topping hits from today’s most popular artists, such as PinkPantheress, Charlie Puth, and more. Discover fresh new music from tomorrow’s biggest stars on a cosmic trip where every note guides your way.
Why similar: Rhythm 33.7%, Music 29.6%, Space 10.6%, PvP 8.6%, Futuristic 7.6%
- #5 Spin Rhythm XD
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,165 reviews2023
Dev: Super Spin Digital
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 37.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Enter the Rhythm Dimension. A homage to classic arcade rhythm games (Guitar Hero, DDR), with a modern aesthetic and soundtrack. Match colours and beats, spin, tap, flick and flow through the juiciest beats in the universe. Supports multiple control styles including MIDI DJ gear on Steam!
Why similar: Rhythm 35.9%, Music 30.5%, Space 9.2%, Arcade 7.9%, Futuristic 7.5%
- #6 City of Beats
94% matchMostly Positive78% of 138 reviews2023
Dev: Torched HillPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Shoot. Groove. Loot. Repeat. Cross an ever-changing city skyline, flowing through encounters in tune with the cityscape’s beat. From the weapons you fire, to the enemies you shoot, to the zen-like flow, the only way to win is to become one with the beat.
Why similar: Rhythm 27.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 25.3%, Music 24%, Arcade 8.2%, Shooter 7.1%
- #7 Beat Hazard 3
93% matchVery Positive83% of 646 reviews2024
Dev: Cold Beam Games
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Are you ready to explore your music collection mapped as a stunning galaxy of wonders? Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven twin stick shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.
Why similar: Rhythm 28.9%, Music 25.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 22.9%, PvP 7.3%, Space 4.6%
- #8 BlasterBeat
92% matchVery Positive80% of 919 reviews2023
Dev: Muted Games
Windows
BlasterBeat is the award-winning PvP rhythm-shooter. Master shooting to a unique variety of tracks in dynamic and innovative gameplay in arenas that shine on the beat.
Why similar: Rhythm 35.3%, Music 29.3%, PvP 9.9%, Shooter 8.8%, Futuristic 6.7%
- #9 Rez Infinite
91% matchVery Positive92% of 1,241 reviews2017
Dev: Monstars Inc.Pub: Enhance
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 66%
The legendary action-shooter finally comes to PC, and in style! Blast your way through mind-melting visuals and amazing beats, all in your quest through cyberspace to save a world on the verge of collapse. Playable on your desktop or in fully immersive VR.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 30.2% ★, Electronic Music 19.9% ★, Rhythm 19.1%, Music 12.8%, Arcade 5.1%
- #10 ROBOBEAT
90% matchVery Positive95% of 1,783 reviews2024
Dev: Simon FredholmPub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Keep your trigger finger on the pulse! In rhythm shooter ROBOBEAT, you'll play as Ace - a bounty hunter on a mission to capture robot-gone-rogue Frazzer in his ever-shifting lair. Wall run, slide, and shoot to your own beat using the in-game custom music editor, blasting through Frazzer's armies!
Why similar: Rhythm 28.2%, Music 25.7%, Robots 14.3%, Futuristic 8.6%, Arcade 8.1%
- #11 AVICII Invector
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,364 reviews2019
Dev: Hello There Games
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Soar through vocal melodies, sweep each fade and attack every beat in 25 of AVICII’s biggest hits, in this enthralling futuristic rhythm-action experience – AVICII Invector.
Why similar: Rhythm 44.1%, Music 43.8%, Indie 12.1%
- #12 Vectorium
91% matchMostly Positive78% of 76 reviews2018
Dev: IndigoBlue Game Studio
Windows
Vectorium is a classical, yet intense arcade shooting game. Can you survive those dreadful enemies and barrage of gunfire?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.4%, Rhythm 26.6%, Robots 8.6%, Local Co-Op 8.4%, Arcade 7.3%
- #13 Rhythm Doctor
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 25,916 reviews2025
Dev: 7th Beat Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Save patients with your rhythm mastery! Rhythm Doctor is a rhythm game where you heal patients by defibrillating in time to their heartbeats. Learn each patient's unique heartbeat and defeat boss viruses trying to sabotage your rhythm, all set to heart-pumping, soul-soothing music.
Why similar: Rhythm 30.4%, Music 27.2%, Local Co-Op 15.5%, Co-op 8.9%, Arcade 7%
- #14 AUDICA: Rhythm Shooter
89% matchVery Positive85% of 586 reviews2019
Dev: Harmonix Music Systems, Inc
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 61%
AUDICA™ is a VR “rhythm shooter” that combines Harmonix’s award-winning music gameplay with precision shooting mechanics and a 33-song soundtrack, all set in a mesmerizing cosmic arena.
Why similar: Rhythm 50.8%, Music 42.2%, Action 3.8%, Indie 3.2%
- #15 RhythmStrike
86% matchVery Positive94% of 114 reviews2026
Dev: Aninoss
Windows · Linux
Rhythm game inspired by modern Japanese arcade titles, featuring intense visuals and gameplay, dynamic keyboard and mouse controls, and community integration. Climb the global leaderboards and unlock new content through specialized challenges!
Why similar: Rhythm 34.4%, Music 34%, Arcade 10.2%, Futuristic 8.1%, Sci-fi 7.6%
- #16 Twin Cores
87% matchVery Positive93% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: Starskeeper
Windows
Defend a Terraforming station against hordes of enemies in this short coop-only rail-shooter! A unique mix of nostalgic arcade elements and modern coop shooter gameplay. Triumph against your foes and compete for the top of the leaderboard!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 37.3% ★, Local Co-Op 14.9%, Robots 12.7%, Arcade 7.6%, Sci-fi 6.5%
- #17 Disputed Space
88% matchMixed65% of 99 reviews2017
Dev: ShilohGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience epic space battles while piloting a small, fast fighter ship as part of a fleet that lashes out against enemy factions across stunning procedurally generated star systems in Disputed Space.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.1%, Local Co-Op 16.7%, Space 12.7%, Co-op 10.7%, Arcade 9.3%
- #18 Rhythm Storm
84% matchVery Positive94% of 81 reviews2025
Dev: Radiangames
Windows
Rhythm Storm is a roguelike bullet heaven with stunning vector graphics, rhythmic action, and overwhelming swarms of enemies. Your vehicle aims and fires freely while everything else dances and moves to the beat in this spectacular audio-visual experience.
Why similar: Rhythm 58.7%, Arcade 14.4%, Futuristic 11.9%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Action 5.9%
- #19 Klang 2
85% matchVery Positive98% of 62 reviews2021
Dev: Tinimations
Windows
Klang 2 is a psychedelic rhythm-action game, blindly pursuing full immersion with dance music through high-speed combat.
Why similar: Music 52.9%, Sci-fi 14.8%, Arcade 14.1%, Combat 8.6%, Action 5.8%
- #20 Project Arrhythmia
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,560 reviews2019
Dev: Vitamin GamesPub: Kwalee
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 58%
A musical bullet-hell where all things beautiful are deadly. Dodge well little nanobot, you don't have much time.
Why similar: Rhythm 30.6%, Music 29.4%, Local Co-Op 15.3%, Co-op 10.6%, Arcade 8.4%
- #21 Beats Of Fury
84% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2020
Dev: Bubble Head GamesPub: Gamera Games
Windows
Shoot to the beat in this rhythm bullet hell where every shot creates music. Turn any YouTube song into a bullet hell epic battle.
Why similar: Rhythm 31%, Electronic Music 30.9% ★, Music 23.8%, Arcade 9.3%, Action 3.1%
- #22 Galactic Rangers VR
83% matchMostly Positive79% of 70 reviews2019
Dev: DGMA
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Galactic Rangers VR is a first-person space action VR game, deeply immersive, just as arcade shooter should be. Grab your pair of blasters and fight through endless waves of enemies for as long as you can!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 32.2% ★, Robots 12.2%, Space 11.3%, Co-op 10.6%, Futuristic 7.6%
- #23 Just Shapes & Beats
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 25,089 reviews2018
Dev: Berzerk Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
"Just Shapes & Beats" is a chaotic co-op musical bullet-hell based on three simple things: avoid Shapes, move to the kick-ass Beats, and die, repeatedly.
Why similar: Rhythm 43.2%, Music 35.9%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Co-op 8.1%, Action 2.2%
- #24 Aeon Must Die!
82% matchMixed55% of 128 reviews2021
Dev: Limestone GamesPub: Focus Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ignite the galaxy. Aeon Must Die! Experience a unique beat ‘em-up introducing breakneck risk-reward gameplay, innovative AI and tactical fighting, all packaged in an incredible art style.
Why similar: Aliens 26.8%, Space 19.9%, Futuristic 16%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Action 9%
- #25 GUN JAM
81% matchMixed55% of 71 reviews2023
Dev: Jaw DropPub: Raw Fury
Windows
Gun Jam is a rhythm-action FPS where you must shoot, dash and kick to the beat to survive. It features a unique beat-pattern shooting mechanic, a multi-genre OST, custom music and firefights with hordes of enemies in a vibrant world.
Why similar: Rhythm 37.9%, Music 33.2%, Futuristic 10%, Shooter 8.3%, 3D 4.3%
- #26 Rhythm Fighter
81% matchVery Positive80% of 454 reviews2020
Dev: echo gamesPub: Coconut Island Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 54%
This is a Roguelike Horizontal Action game that players need to follow the beat to defeat opponents. Beat to follow, fist to the bone. Face the foe, and dance to kill!
Why similar: Rhythm 47.4%, Music 43.2%, Action 5.2%, Indie 4.2%
- #27 Sektori
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 704 reviews2025
Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Sektori is an intense, fast paced twin-stick shooter infused with hard hitting techno music. A game where the high-adrenaline gameplay, visuals, and music come together to transport you into another state of consciousness.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 54.6%, Arcade 16.5%, Shooter 9.6%, 3D 6.3%, Futuristic 6.1%
- #28 Ultratron
79% matchVery Positive88% of 694 reviews2013
Dev: Puppygames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Experience the addictive gameplay of old-school arcade favourites, updated and improved for the 21st century! Unique retro-futuristic sound and graphics, player responsive difficulty, and a subtle system of tactics combined with classic gameplay make Ultratron a fun and hypnotic arcade blast.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.3%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Arcade 13.3%, Robots 10.2%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #29 Pistol Whip
77% matchVery Positive94% of 4,099 reviews2019
Dev: Cloudhead Games Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 63%
Enter: the ultimate action hero. Pistol Whip is a physical action-rhythm game where film-inspired gunplay and blood-pumping beats collide. Blast, duck and dodge your way through fever dream Scenes, build unique rhythms in a ballet of bullets and claim glory on the leaderboards. Includes mod support!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 34.1% ★, Rhythm 24.8%, Music 19.8%, Arcade 7.2%, Shooter 6.2%
- #30 Ratatan
74% matchVery Positive86% of 2,951 reviews2025
Dev: TVT Co. Ltd.Pub: Game Source Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Ratatan is a rhythm roguelike action game that combines rhythm games and side-scrolling action, with online co-op gameplay supporting up to 4 players. An intense battle unfolds with over 100 characters fighting in a massive melee. Let's defeat the enemies together!
Why similar: Music 41.8%, Rhythm 38%, Co-op 13.3%, Indie 4%, Action 2.9%
- #31 Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition
78% matchVery Positive81% of 402 reviews2015
Dev: Entity MedialabPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 16%
Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition is a hardcore, uncompromising vertical scrolling bullet hell/invader hell shooter (shmup) that doubles as a techno-based lightsynth, triggering bursts of funky invaders at the pulse of a relentless beat.
Why similar: Rhythm 48.1%, Arcade 17.6%, Shooter 13.2%, Action 11.6%, Indie 9.5%
- #32 Rhythm Destruction
80% matchMixed45% of 135 reviews2014
Dev: Curious Panda Games
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Rhythm Destruction is a rhythm & shoot'em up that aims to combine the best of both genres. Blast and maneuver your way through perilous stages filled with numerous enemies, obstacles and unique boss encounters.
Why similar: Rhythm 71.8%, Indie 14.8%, Action 13.4%
- #33 Assault Android Cactus+
76% matchVery Positive94% of 2,000 reviews2015
Dev: Witch Beam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.8%, Robots 13.8%, Local Co-Op 12.7%, Arcade 9.4%, Co-op 9.1%
- #34 Trigonarium
77% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2015
Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Trigonarium is a hardcore twin-stick shooter for fans of challenging arcade gaming. Fight your way through multitudes of enemy formations in constantly shifting battle arenas to face the colossal level bosses.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 46.9%, Local Co-Op 32.2%, Arcade 9.5%, Shooter 7%, Action 2.4%
- #35 The Polynomial - Space of the music
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 499 reviews2010
Dev: Dmytry Lavrov
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 17%
Experience the music in a new way. Feel it pulse around you. The Polynomial is a 3D space shooter with unique, fractal based scenery that animates to the music.
Why similar: Music 45.5%, Rhythm 39.3%, Arcade 6.8%, Indie 4.3%, Action 4.2%
- #36 Audiosurf 2
76% matchVery Positive83% of 6,017 reviews2015
Dev: Dylan Fitterer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 67.8 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Ride your music in more ways than ever before. Audiosurf 2 is the music game for your entire music collection. Hundreds of mods/skins on Workshop. Free demo available.
Why similar: Music 53.7%, Rhythm 36%, Local Co-Op 3.7%, Arcade 3.7%, Indie 2.6%
- #37 Symmodance
75% matchVery Positive84% of 75 reviews2023
Dev: Mehmet Melih Solt
Windows
Dive into the symphonic chaos of geometric warfare! Unleash futuristic weaponry, customize your hovering platform, conquer relentless foes and dance to victory in this mesmerizing reverse bullet hell shooter.
Why similar: Space 41.2%, Futuristic 30%, Combat 17.9%, Action 10.8%
- #38 Galaxy Highways
73% matchVery Positive98% of 54 reviews2025
Dev: Nanopike
Windows · Mac
An indie story-driven space shooter with intense battles, escalating enemy waves, and massive boss fights. Choose and upgrade ships, unlock powerful weapons, and protect your allies. Upgrade your base and construct a battleship to take on even stronger enemies. All set to a rock & synth soundtrack.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 57.8%, Shooter 12.8%, Space 12.5%, Sci-fi 12%, Action 5%
- #39 Geometry Wars™ 3: Dimensions Evolved
74% matchVery Positive90% of 1,577 reviews2014
Dev: Lucid GamesPub: Sierra
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Experience the full evolution of the award-winning Geometry Wars franchise and battle through waves of enemies on 3D grids in this frenetic arcade shooter!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 60.9%, Arcade 18.5%, Local Co-Op 10.4%, Action 6.9%, Shooter 3.3%
- #40 AGAINST
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 315 reviews2025
Dev: Joy Way
Windows
AGAINST is a combat rhythm VR game that will immerse you in a dark comics story. Follow the beat to shoot and slice your way through evil henchmen of Dr. Vice. Empowering music is your only way out from these crime-ridden streets.
Why similar: Rhythm 36.4%, Music 35.8%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 10.1%, Action 4.1%
- #41 Soundfall
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,134 reviews2022
Dev: Drastic GamesPub: Noodlecake
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Soundfall is a dungeon crawler that combines looter-shooter action with rhythm-based gameplay. Venture out solo or with up to 4 friends locally or online. Collect loot and time your actions to the beat to become all powerful. Play the Campaign Mode, Free Play 100's of songs or import your own music!
Why similar: Rhythm 46.8%, Music 36.5%, Shooter 8.2%, 3D 4.9%, Action 3.6%
- #42 Groove Coaster
73% matchMixed67% of 1,585 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Riding the rhythmic rails of success from smart phone, into the arcades, now GROOVE COASTER arrives on Steam! Are you ready to ride a roller coaster of sound and light through a universe of music?
Why similar: Rhythm 46.8%, Music 37.9%, Arcade 9.6%, Action 5.7%
- #43 Synth Riders
71% matchVery Positive92% of 1,638 reviews2019
Dev: Kluge Interactive
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 59%
Let the music move you in Synth Riders, a dance-action VR rhythm game with custom song support and a thriving multiplayer community!
Why similar: Rhythm 44.4%, Music 39.6%, Arcade 8.6%, Action 3.9%, Indie 3.6%
- #44 Risk of Rain 2
68% matchVery Positive94% of 344,051 reviews2020
Dev: Hopoo GamesPub: Gearbox Publishing
Windows
Median: 19.6 hrsMean: 64.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Escape a chaotic alien planet by fighting through hordes of frenzied monsters – with your friends, or on your own. Combine loot in surprising ways and master each character until you become the havoc you feared upon your first crash landing.
Why similar: Co-op 59.8%, Shooter 20%, Action 14.1%, Indie 6%
- #45 Temp Zero
71% matchVery Positive95% of 171 reviews2022
Dev: Alexandre Kadri
Windows
Temp Zero is a minimalist roguelike which mixes intense action and musical bullet hell. Fight enemies which attack to the beat, choose perks, defeat the final boss, unlock new weapons, spells & soundtracks!
Why similar: Rhythm 33.8%, Music 30.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 20.8%, Arcade 9.4%, Action 3.3%
- #46 Nex Machina
71% matchVery Positive87% of 2,168 reviews2017
Dev: Housemarque
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Nex Machina is an intense arcade style twin-stick shooter from Housemarque. Taking hints from both Robotron and Smash TV, Nex Machina focuses on pure action, voxel destruction and competition in the distant, cablepunk themed future.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.4%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Arcade 12.6%, Co-op 6.9%, Sci-fi 5.4%
- #47 Retro/Grade
72% matchVery Positive84% of 396 reviews2013
Dev: 24 Caret Games
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Play a classic Shoot 'Em Up... in reverse!
Why similar: Rhythm 47.7%, Music 31.8%, Action 7.7%, Indie 6.9%, Sci-fi 6%
- #48 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: Space 18.4%, Arcade 18.1%, Shooter 15.4%, Sci-fi 13.6%, Local Co-Op 12.5%
- #49 NeuroVoider
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 795 reviews2016
Dev: Flying Oak GamesPub: Dear Villagers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
NeuroVoider is a twin-stick shooter RPG set in a cyber futuristic world about brains shooting around evil robots with nuclear rocket launchers. Battle through the horde of vigilant robots, boost your character with the smoking remains of your victims, and defeat the master NeuroVoider.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.8%, Local Co-Op 23.5%, Robots 10.5%, Co-op 7.5%, Futuristic 6.3%
- #50 Waves
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,549 reviews2011
Dev: Squid In A Box Ltd
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Waves is an Arcade Twin-Stick Shooter that's all about High Scores. Build your combo and drop bombs in pursuit of Leaderboard dominance over seven game-modes!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 59.7%, Arcade 18.8%, Shooter 16%, Action 5.5%
- #51 SUPER CRAZY RHYTHM CASTLE
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 475 reviews2023
Dev: Second Impact GamesPub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%
It’s Super Crazy Rhythm Castle, the chaotic rhythm adventure! A puzzling co-op mashup unlike anything you've ever heard. Solo, or with a band of up to three friends … … Can you conquer the castle?
Why similar: Rhythm 31.7%, Music 29.1%, Local Co-Op 16.6%, Co-op 11.8%, Arcade 8.2%
- #52 Rhythm Sprout: Sick Beats & Bad Sweets
67% matchVery Positive93% of 772 reviews2023
Dev: SURTPub: tinyBuild
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Enjoy chill Lo-fi walks and fight bosses to K-POP, EDM and Hip-Hop inspired tracks. Features a quirky story, 30 handcrafted levels and various EX-modes to refresh your gameplay.
Why similar: Rhythm 30.9%, Electronic Music 29.5% ★, Music 26.1%, Arcade 7.6%, 3D 3.7%
- #53 SEQUENCE STORM
69% matchVery Positive95% of 183 reviews2018
Dev: SPECIAL MAGIC GAMES, LLC
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Free-to-play intense rhythm, racing, and adventure! Play the story campaign, or hang out in the arcade. Play your way with a huge array of gameplay options. What's your rhythm style? Supports keyboard, gamepad, or arcade-style controllers.
Why similar: Rhythm 43.1%, Music 38.3%, Futuristic 7.4%, 3D 4.3%, Action 4%
- #54 Shmadow
69% matchVery Positive82% of 200 reviews2015
Dev: Extrokold Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Inspired by “shmups” and shadows, Shmadow is a modern twin-stick side-scroller that nods to retro arcade gameplay. Use your light to blast through your enemies, unlock new powers, and defeat bosses before the darkness extinguishes you.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 45.9%, Co-op 16.6%, Local Co-Op 14.3%, Shooter 10.7%, Action 6.5%
- #55 Arcadegeddon
66% matchMostly Positive75% of 923 reviews2023
Dev: IllFonicPub: IllFonic Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Rise up and play with up to three friends in this ever-evolving cooperative multiplayer, roguelite shooter. Explore multiple biomes, mini games, find hidden chests, and defeat numerous enemies and bosses.
Why similar: PvP 24.1%, Arcade 23.7%, Futuristic 21.9%, Shooter 18.8%, Action 7.9%
- #56 Orbital Gear
68% matchVery Positive83% of 1,802 reviews2014
Dev: Night Node
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Orbital Gear is a fast paced sidescroller shooter where you utilize the gravitation of celestial objects to give you momentum through space. Arm your Mech with two of the twelve different weapons and destroy your enemies.
Why similar: Space 21.9%, Sci-fi 19.3%, Shooter 18.3%, Action 17.3%, PvP 13.2%
- #57 Rift of the NecroDancer
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 5,345 reviews2025
Dev: Brace Yourself GamesPub: Klei Publishing
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The NecroDancer's back in an all-new rhythm game! Dragged into a strange new world, Cadence must engage in musical combat with monsters surging through the Rift! Face pulse-pounding Rhythm Rifts where every beat is a battle, all set to an original soundtrack by Danny Baranowsky & friends.
Why similar: Rhythm 68%, Music 22.5%, Arcade 5.8%, Action 1.9%, Indie 1.8%
- #58 ArcRunner
67% matchMixed70% of 235 reviews2023
Dev: Trickjump Games LtdPub: PQube
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Traverse 'The Arc' in this beautiful, Cyberpunk-styled action rogue-lite as you attempt to reset an evil rogue AI. Experiment with different weapons and augments as you fight hordes of machines programmed for your annihilation! Collect Nanites & power-up after every run either solo or with friends!
Why similar: Robots 22.2%, Co-op 19.1%, Futuristic 14.6%, Shooter 14.5%, Sci-fi 14.4%
- #59 Hyper Sentinel
68% matchVery Positive84% of 68 reviews2018
Dev: Four5Six PixelPub: Huey Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 21%
A face-melting, pixel-pumping arcade shoot 'em up featuring awesome power-ups, epic boss battles and spectacular effects at a blistering 60fps. Blast into battle against giant space destroyers in Arcade Mode, tackle endless waves of enemies in Survival Mode and face off against epic level guardians in Boss Run mode.
Why similar: Arcade 52.2%, Action 26%, Indie 21.8%
- #60 BlastZone 2
70% matchMixed66% of 92 reviews2015
Dev: Matt Edzenga
Windows
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 97%
BlastZone 2 is a fast paced side scrolling shooter that combines 2D and 3D gameplay elements with a shifting camera. Play solo or join up with a friend locally or online to battle the alien forces! There are many game modes, ship types, and difficulty levels, find your favorite combination!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 41.9%, Arcade 18%, Shooter 15.7%, Sci-fi 12.3%, 3D 7.6%