- #1 Acceleration of SUGURI 2
97% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,244 reviews2018
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Acceleration of SUGURI 2 is a lightning-paced duel-style shoot'em'up from Orange Juice, featuring all favorite characters from the SUGURI universe.
Why similar: Fighting 30.6% ★, Anime 22.5%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Action 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: As the direct sequel, it refines the high-speed arena combat and bullet-hell mechanics established in the original.
- #2 SUGURI
96% matchVery Positive83% of 222 reviews2014
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Rockin' Android
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Experience the rush of battle with the fan acclaimed Bullet-Hell shooter "SUGURI". You're equipped with an automatic lock-on targeting system and a unique arsenal of hyper weapons, power shields, and more. Sure, she may look cute, but when it's time to fight, it's all business.
Why similar: Anime 37.1%, Bullet Hell 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Action 6.1%, Female Protagonist 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: This is the original title that established the series' signature blend of anime aesthetics and high-intensity projectile dodging.
- #3 Maiden and Spell
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 918 reviews2020
Dev: mino_dev
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Maiden & Spell is a magical girl battle game, set in a cutesy fantasy world. Select from one of eight young ladies to battle 1 on 1 with a friend, or fight your way through a series of bosses and learn the secrets of The Kingdom of Stars.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.6%, Fighting 20.6% ★, Anime 15.3%, Action 14.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%
Why You'll Like It: It perfectly mirrors the seed game's hybrid nature by combining competitive fighting game elements with complex bullet-hell patterns.
- #4 Senko no Ronde 2
96% matchMostly Positive77% of 64 reviews2017
Dev: G.rev Ltd.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Senko no Ronde 2 is a fast-paced one-on-one action game offering an eclectic mix of the shooting and fighting genres in a mech-filled bullet ballet played out in space! And with Zuntata alumnus Yasuhisa Watanabe on board, you can expect a superb soundtrack too.
Why similar: Fighting 28.8% ★, Anime 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Action 13.2%
Why You'll Like It: This is the closest mechanical relative to the seed game, featuring a direct blend of bullet-hell projectile combat and 1v1 arena fighting.
- #5 Mushihimesama
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,525 reviews2015
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Anime 16.3%, Action 4.8%, Female Protagonist 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered a masterpiece of the genre, it provides the definitive high-difficulty bullet-hell experience.
- #6 Graze Counter GM
91% matchVery Positive97% of 183 reviews2023
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.1%, Anime 29.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Action 7.1%, Female Protagonist 6%
Why You'll Like It: It emphasizes a high-risk, high-reward playstyle where grazing enemy bullets is essential for survival and power.
- #7 Deathsmiles
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 609 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37%, Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Anime 19.6%, Action 5.6%, Female Protagonist 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: This title features a distinct gothic anime aesthetic paired with classic, high-quality bullet-hell gameplay.
- #8 BLUE REVOLVER
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 858 reviews2016
Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.9%, Bullet Hell 31.7%, Anime 18.1%, Action 5.5%, Indie 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, stylish shoot-em-up that focuses on tight controls and intense, rhythmic bullet patterns.
- #9 RefRain - prism memories -
90% matchVery Positive98% of 135 reviews2016
Dev: RebRankPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
RefRain - prism memories - is an empowering, cyberpunk, bullet-hell shoot-’em-up that focuses on fast-paced, offensive gameplay. “Dive” into a hazardous digital world, cycle through 3 different attack modes, and delete the opposition with superior firepower.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Bullet Hell 27%, Anime 17.1%, Action 15.2%, Indie 11.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game offers deep mechanics and high-intensity action that will satisfy players looking for a challenge.
- #10 Danmaku Unlimited 3
89% matchVery Positive87% of 240 reviews2017
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 46.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 35.9%, Action 10.5%, Indie 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: A polished, modern bullet-hell shooter that captures the frantic pace and visual flair of the genre.
- #11 Touhou Shinreibyou ~ Ten Desires.
88% matchVery Positive95% of 415 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 246.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%
飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Anime 13.7%, Action 9.8%, Indie 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: As part of the legendary Touhou series, it provides the quintessential bullet-hell experience with a strong anime influence.
- #12 ZeroRanger
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,130 reviews2018
Dev: System Erasure
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43%, Bullet Hell 38.8%, Action 8.5%, Indie 7.2%, Female Protagonist 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: An innovative bullet-hell shooter that blends classic mechanics with a strong sense of progression and style.
- #13 Sora
85% matchVery Positive92% of 475 reviews2016
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
From Orange Juice comes a shoot'em'up starring the lone enhanced human, Sora. The sequel of the high-speed shoot'em'up "Suguri", with improved game system and graphics.
Why similar: Anime 30.3%, Bullet Hell 27.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Action 6.3%, Female Protagonist 6%
Why You'll Like It: A difficult, sci-fi themed bullet-hell shooter that rewards players for mastering its specific movement and attack patterns.
- #14 Trouble Witches Origin - Episode1 Daughters of Amalgam -
84% matchVery Positive94% of 217 reviews2016
Dev: Studio SiestAPub: Rocket-Engine Co.,Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
That witches come back undergone a power-up further! New character is entered! All 6stages Arcade version of all re-adjust the resolution of the base in 1280x720! "Magic Circle system" is easy-to-use adjustment! Full voice all by the story undergoes new writing.
Why similar: Anime 25.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Action 15.1%, Indie 10.6%
Why You'll Like It: It combines a cute anime aesthetic with complex bullet patterns and a unique magic-card system.
- #15 DoDonPachi Resurrection
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,051 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 33.6%, Anime 18.5%, Action 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for arcade-style bullet-hell shooters, offering relentless action and precise controls.
- #16 The Hurricane of the Varstray -Collateral hazard-
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 212 reviews2015
Dev: Studio SiestAPub: Rocket-Engine Co.,Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%
【About "The Hurricane of the Varstray"】"The Hurricane of the Varstray" is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with a SF story: in the distant future, to defend the Earth against the invasion of mystery mechanical structures, 4 girls head to "the Varstray sector," far away from the Earth and considered as the v
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Anime 22.3%, Action 8.1%, Indie 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: An intense bullet-hell shooter that provides a wide variety of weapons and challenging enemy encounters.
- #17 Bullet Heaven 2
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 520 reviews2015
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Bullet Heaven 2 is a bullet-hell shoot-em-up inspired by games like Touhou and Jamestown. It's all about shooting every cute thing that moves, while dodging hundreds of shiny bullets per second!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Anime 14.6%, Action 8.3%, Indie 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: An accessible yet challenging bullet-hell shooter with a great soundtrack and vibrant visuals.
- #18 Rolling Gunner
81% 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 65.3%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Action 9.3%, Indie 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A tactical, high-intensity bullet-hell shooter that requires careful positioning and mastery of its unique weapon systems.
- #19 Azure Reflections
81% matchVery Positive88% of 194 reviews2019
Dev: souvenir circ.Pub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 90.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Azure Reflections is an insane, side-scrolling bullet hell fangame based on one of the hottest shooting game series to come out of Japan, the Touhou Project! Enemies come at you from all directions with a relentless hail of bullets! Fight back with a well-timed Danmaku Rush to tear your way through bullets and enemies alike!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.2%, Anime 27.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Action 14.2%, Indie 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell shooter that focuses on counter-mechanics and high-speed movement to survive dense bullet patterns.
- #20 Xmas Shooting - Scramble!!
80% matchVery Positive93% of 138 reviews2016
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Help Aru save Christmas in this humoristic, action-packed shooter set in the universe of QP Shooting - Dangerous!!
Why similar: Anime 30.9%, Bullet Hell 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Female Protagonist 5.8%, Action 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A fun, colorful, and lighthearted anime-style bullet-hell shooter that is perfect for a more casual experience.
- #21 1943 Megami Strike
82% matchMixed40% of 82 reviews2016
Dev: GameUS Inc
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Fight Shooting Game with Pretty Girls
Why similar: Anime 37.2%, Bullet Hell 31.2%, Action 17.7%, Indie 13.9%
Why You'll Like It: A casual, anime-styled bullet-hell shooter that is easy to pick up and play for quick sessions.
- #22 Shikhondo(食魂徒) - Soul Eater
79% matchVery Positive83% of 216 reviews2017
Dev: DeerFarm
Windows
Select one of the Grim Reaper or girl. Find escaped yokai from limbo, extricate soul that they absorbed. You must reseal them after
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Anime 17.8%, Action 8.6%, Indie 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: A unique Eastern-inspired bullet-hell shooter that stands out for its distinct art style and intense gameplay.
- #23 BULLET SOUL INFINITE BURST
79% matchMostly Positive74% of 92 reviews2017
Dev: MAGES. Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Bullet Soul Infinite Burst is a vertically scrolling shooting game crossing old-school gameplay with a bullet hell twist. It adds numerous gameplay enhancements over its predecessor, Bullet Soul, not least of which is Burst Mode. The same aggressive, bullet-cancelling gameplay, now with more destruction, more coins and more tunes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Anime 29.7%, Bullet Hell 27.4%, Action 12.7%
Why You'll Like It: A high-energy, arcade-style bullet-hell shooter that emphasizes aggressive play and high scores.
- #24 Murasaki
78% matchVery Positive91% of 133 reviews2016
Dev: KatatemaPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
"Murasaki" is a puzzle explosion game. Use explosions to clear the screen of pesky obstacles filling it up. The only controls you need are the directional buttons and two other buttons (Z and X)!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Anime 24%, Action 10.2%, Indie 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A clever blend of puzzle mechanics and bullet-hell action that offers a refreshing take on the genre.
- #25 Graze Counter
77% matchVery Positive96% of 313 reviews2017
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!
Why similar: Anime 28.9%, Bullet Hell 28.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Action 7.5%, Female Protagonist 5.6%
- #26 Shikhondo: Youkai Rampage
74% matchVery Positive85% of 80 reviews2024
Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
Popular vertically scrolling shoot'em up game Shikhondo is back and powered up! One day, the soul-starved Youkai escape from the depths of hell. Now, the story of the Grim Reaper and the girl who has fallen into this land begins!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Anime 24.6%, Action 9.6%, Female Protagonist 3.4%
- #27 Caladrius Blaze
76% matchVery Positive85% of 418 reviews2017
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
An epic tale that begins from shooting missiles! The newest work of the Caladrius series with lots of new features that exceeds the original story!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Anime 26.3%, Action 11.5%, Female Protagonist 2.2%
- #28 Danmaku Unlimited 2
75% matchVery Positive93% of 481 reviews2014
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Classic Japanese style vertical manic shooting action! Shoot, dodge and explode your way through the second entry in the critically acclaimed Danmaku Unlimited series. Battle through nail-biting bullet patterns and compete for dominance on the global leaderboard!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 50.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 37.5%, Action 6.8%, Indie 5.1%
- #29 Neptunia Shooter
73% matchVery Positive88% of 738 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 65.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.9%, Anime 28.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Action 7.3%, Female Protagonist 3.6%
- #30 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part II
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,597 reviews2019
Dev: 东方幕华祭制作组
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Touhou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival part II is a danmaku shooting game, which is the second part of Touhou Makuka Sai. The repeat of incident is coming again. Can the girls going to the netherworld solve the mystery?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Anime 18.1%, Indie 5.4%, Female Protagonist 3.7%
- #31 Sky Mercenaries
76% matchMixed69% of 125 reviews2014
Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Sky Mercenaries - Fast paced action overdose with rpg elements
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 35.3%, Action 13.6%, Indie 10.2%
- #32 RagingBlasters
73% matchVery Positive99% of 123 reviews2021
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.1%, Anime 15.6%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Action 10.1%, Female Protagonist 10%
- #33 Touhou Juuouen 〜 Unfinished Dream of All Living Ghost.
69% matchVery Positive93% of 1,230 reviews2023
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
東方Project第19弾は、対戦型弾幕シューティング! ダークで元気いっぱいで、ちょっぴり可愛い妖獣たちの狂宴をお楽しみに。
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.9%, Bullet Hell 33.8%, Action 11.7%, Female Protagonist 7.5%, Anime 6.4%
- #34 Natsuki Chronicles
72% matchVery Positive84% of 221 reviews2021
Dev: QutePub: Rising Star Games
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 10.3 hrs≥1hr: 48%
New dramatic horizontal shoot ’em up that takes place in the same setting as Ginga Force. An immersive story that follows protagonist Natsuki. Discover the story of her past as a rookie pilot up to present day with events that are parallel to those in Ginga Force.
Why similar: Action 35.6%, Anime 25.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Bullet Hell 16%
- #35 Diadra Empty
74% matchMostly Positive77% of 90 reviews2015
Dev: Frozen OrbPub: Rockin' Android
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Diadra Empty is a free-roaming shoot-'em-up on a grand scale. Take the role of Nyalra and her faithful dragon Minimi in a fantastical quest to save her missing sister, and battle legions of monsters and menacing bosses.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Action 21%, Indie 15.2%
- #36 Bleed 2
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 895 reviews2017
Dev: Ian Campbell
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Bleed 2 is a relentless arcade action game featuring air-dodging, bullet-reflecting, and tons of bosses. Now with randomly-generated levels and daily challenges, too!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36%, Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Action 15.4%, Indie 10%, Female Protagonist 6.7%
- #37 Homura Hime
64% matchNo user reviews90% of 1,623 reviews2026
Dev: Crimson DuskPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Homura Hime is an anime-style 3D action game merging exhilarating thrills with the tension-filled gameplay of bullet hell. Players dodge hails of projectiles, unleash combos that blend close-quarters and ranged attacks, and utilize dodges and parries to withstand the fierce onslaught of demons.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.7%, Anime 36.1%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Action 8.1%, Indie 4.9%
- #38 Snezhinka:Sentinel Girls2
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,364 reviews2024
Dev: hinyari9
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A fast-paced shooter with simple controls. Enhance your character by purchasing cards and hold the line against waves of hostile mechs as an employee of a private military company.
Why similar: Anime 47.9%, Bullet Hell 35.5%, Female Protagonist 7.6%, Action 4.7%, Indie 4.3%
- #39 Rabi-Ribi
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,161 reviews2016
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 64.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...
Why similar: Anime 41.2%, Bullet Hell 36.6%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Action 7.8%, Indie 5.9%
- #40 Yousei Daisensou ~ Touhou Sangetsusei
70% matchVery Positive96% of 131 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Action 19.4%, Indie 14.9%
- #41 DANMAKAI: Red Forbidden Fruit
70% matchVery Positive92% of 108 reviews2020
Dev: 森の中の猫の小屋
Windows
PowerUp and BusterAttack! Despite the beauty of the Danmaku aggressive playing leads to victory in this Makaism Danmaku shooter. The Danmaku Garden awaits you. There's even a cat!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Anime 24.4%, Female Protagonist 6.7%, Action 6.4%
- #42 QP Shooting - Dangerous!!
71% matchVery Positive93% of 515 reviews2014
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
QP Shooting - Dangerous!! is a bullet hell type shoot’em’up starring the pudding-loving dog girl QP seen in 100% Orange Juice. Nothing can stand between QP and her pudding - not even difficulty options to reduce the experienced gamer to tears!
Why similar: Anime 30.4%, Bullet Hell 30.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Female Protagonist 5.6%, Action 4.6%
- #43 東方资志疏 ~ Immortal Immanuel. (东方资志疏)
66% matchVery Positive95% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: 雾雨威Channel
Windows
中国风东方Project二次同人STG游戏,剧情承接虹龙洞之后,古代帝王穿越到幻想乡发动异变!开始紧张刺激的弹幕游戏吧!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.5%, Anime 25.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Action 10.1%, Indie 5.1%
- #44 Wing of Darkness
71% matchMixed41% of 237 reviews2021
Dev: Production ExabilitiesPub: Clouded Leopard Entertainment
Windows
This high-speed 3D shooting game allows players to experience exhilarating battles in the sky, as well as a series of cutscenes depicting the growth of the main characters throughout the story.
Why similar: Anime 31.8%, Indie 25.3%, Action 24.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%
- #45 Solar Shifter EX
73% matchMixed47% of 114 reviews2015
Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Warp into action with Solar Shifter EX. Man your ship and dive into fierce combat situations in space and over beautiful and distant planet surfaces. Solar Shifter EX is a sci-fi shoot 'em up with the unique ability to 'shift'.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 59.9%, Action 23.7%, Indie 16.5%
- #46 Touhou Kishinjou ~ Double Dealing Character.
68% matchVery Positive99% of 410 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 569.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Anime 11.9%, Indie 7.3%, Action 7.1%
- #47 Pocky & Rocky Reshrined
67% matchVery Positive89% of 245 reviews2023
Dev: Winning Entertainment Group Inc.
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The original cute and hardcore shrine maiden shooter is now available on Steam! Completely new game, a sequel to the home original "Pocky&Rocky" (Super Nintendo Entertainment System)! The adventures of Pocky&Rocky begin once again.
Why similar: Action 100%
- #48 Touhou Fuujinroku ~ Mountain of Faith.
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,496 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
我が国には八百万の神々がいる 弾幕は八百万発程度では終わらない ノスタルジックでネイティブな弾幕シューティング原風景
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Anime 13.8%, Action 9.7%, Indie 8.9%
- #49 Jigoku Kisetsukan: Sense of the Seasons
69% matchVery Positive93% of 1,762 reviews2015
Dev: Emad
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Jigoku Kisetsukan is a bullet hell shootergame with anime-style drawings and chip music.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.2%, Anime 31.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Indie 3.5%, Female Protagonist 2.1%
- #50 Mirage Feathers
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,386 reviews2024
Dev: oyasumi Workshop
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
「Maybe one day, I won't have to fight when I fly.」
Why similar: Anime 36%, Bullet Hell 27.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Female Protagonist 5.9%, Action 5.4%
- #51 東方憑依華 ~ Antinomy of Common Flowers.
67% matchVery Positive91% of 1,936 reviews2018
Dev: 黄昏フロンティアPub: SUNFISH Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 400.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
今度の異変は二人で一人? いまだ煽り続ける都市伝説が新たな異変を引き起こす 今度の異変は二人が一人!?ならば二人で解決するしかない!
Why similar: Fighting 43.1% ★, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Anime 17.2%, Female Protagonist 6.3%, Action 5.3%
- #52 Danmaku Amanojaku ~ Impossible Spell Card.
67% matchVery Positive98% of 179 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
ルール無用の弾幕地獄週間! 華麗に、ずる賢く、卑怯な手でしのぎきれ!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 47.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Action 10.2%, Indie 9%, Female Protagonist 6.3%