60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Side Scroller, Indie.
Side scrolling shooter in which you lead a desperate preemptive strike to save your homeland from annihilation.
Reign of Bullets
Reign of Bullets is a shoot ‘em up with epic loot and lots of guns. Upgrade your ship and customize your weapons to build the ultimate fighter plane.
Kanamono
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".
Reign of Bullets is a shoot ‘em up with epic loot and lots of guns. Upgrade your ship and customize your weapons to build the ultimate fighter plane.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.3%, Side Scroller 33.2%, Action 11.6%, Indie 5.8%
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".
Why similar: Side Scroller 41.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Action 8.8%, 2D 6.5%, Indie 3.4%
Zeit² brings a new twist to the traditional side-scrolling, 2D, shoot-’em-up game sporting a unique time travel feature never seen before in this genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 53.7%, Side Scroller 27.3%, Action 12.8%, Indie 6.3%
R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.3%, Side Scroller 29.2%, Action 9.5%, Difficult 9.2%, 2D 3.8%
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 43.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 38.3%, 2D 6.4%, Action 4.5%, Casual 3.5%
Inspired by classic Commodore 64 and arcade games, Promethium is a hard-as-nails retro inspired side-scrolling shoot-em-up that takes place over numerous levels that get harder and harder. If you’re after a nice calm casual game this isn’t it!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.4%, Side Scroller 27%, Difficult 18.4%, Action 10.3%, Indie 6.9%
The alien invaders have launched their final offensive on an already crippled Terra. Only one brave pilot can turn the tide of war. Cyber Seraph is a boss focused vertical shoot 'em up with unlockable abilities.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 57.2%, Side Scroller 14.4%, 2D 12.2%, Action 10.5%, Indie 5.2%
Vulture Strike is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you have the ability to travel between 2 parallel timelines whenever you want.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.8%, Difficult 24.2%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Action 11.6%, Indie 4.3%
Jets'n'Guns is a heavy piece of ground shaking rock blasting action with graphics and special effects that will blow you eyes out! Enjoy yourself in almost-insane action adventure of saving the universe from the deadly threat of more than 270 unique monsters in the campaign of 43 levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49%, Side Scroller 28.2%, Difficult 11.7%, Action 5.4%, 2D 3%
A bite-sized, 8-bit style run-and-gun inspired by Saturday morning cartoons of the 80s!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Side Scroller 27.3%, Difficult 22.8%, Action 10.2%, 2D 6.5%
Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!
Why similar: Side Scroller 44%, Shoot 'Em Up 39.1%, 2D 6.9%, Action 4.3%, Casual 3.4%
Side-scrolling bullet hell shooter: ‘The Adventure of the Little Girl in the Red Hood and Little Bird Companion in a World of Swords and Magic!’ If you can read the enemy attacks and dodge the ones you should avoid, it might be surprisingly straightforward (All dodging them is perfectly fine too).
Why similar: Side Scroller 47.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 41.6%, Action 11.2%
Jets'n'Guns 2 is a side-scrolling space shooter with insane levels of action and destruction. Travel the galaxies and unleash an arsenal of the deadliest weapons and devices to save the universe from its inevitable doom.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 58.1%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Action 12%, Indie 5.4%, 2D 3.1%
Take on a howling challenge in Full Moon Rush! This classic shoot 'em up is a bullet hell masterpiece with a boss rush twist. With 15 epic battles and old-school graphics, you'll need expert shooting skills to survive. Customizable health and Assist Mode make it accessible to all.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Difficult 23.2%, 2D 4.8%, Action 4.4%
C-RUSH is an old school Shooter, with HD graphics.A new threat is coming from the space; the plasma insects. Exterminate the vermin!!Beat your own score and compare it with the other players !Key Features:- One ship with different positions to use- Different Gameplay according to the positions and shoots- A Schmup where you need...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 63.9%, Side Scroller 18.8%, Action 11.1%, Indie 6.2%
A short, mini-shooter inspired by all-nighters and meant to be played in quick runs. Rapid gear progression and powerful consumable items are matched by swarms of ever-increasing enemies. No extra lives--falling asleep is game over.
Why similar: Side Scroller 33.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Action 17%, Casual 12.9%, Indie 8.4%
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Side Scroller 43.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 40.1%, Action 7.9%, 2D 6.4%, Indie 1.8%
A space shooter inspired by old school games. You set the order of the levels, get new weapons and upgrades. Each stage has a boss and a sub-boss with unique skills and challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Side Scroller 25.5%, Difficult 17.1%, Action 13%, Casual 9.6%
Beekyr is a shooter game where you will lead a bee-fighter through 23 amazing levels in fields, dark forests, rivers and dangerous caves to avenge his queen and hive from the evil wasp queens and their soldiers… The vengeance will be served! Beekyr (Vanilla Edition)
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.1%, Difficult 22.9%, Action 18%, Indie 8.6%, 2D 7.8%
A shooting game where a beautiful girl defeats enemies using magic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.6%, Side Scroller 30.2%, Indie 12.1%, Action 9%, Casual 6.3%
Monsters and Zombies from all the world are trying to steal the gift packages, they want it all and they want it now. But Santa has guns, big guns!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.3%, Side Scroller 35.9%, Action 13.8%, 2D 6.9%, Indie 2.2%
SodaCity is an action, fast paced game, with hybrid beat/shoot ‘em up gameplay.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Side Scroller 29.6%, Difficult 22.7%, Action 8.8%, Indie 5.8%
Use your powers and find your playstyle to survive in Boiling Bolt, an immersive and explosive shoot-em-up! Slow down the time to make combos and enjoy the stunning 3D graphics. Help June to save the world alone or with a friend.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.8%, Difficult 23.8%, Action 18.1%, Indie 8.4%
Twinkle Hunter is a 2D action game focused on boss battles. Become a hunter whose teddy bear was stolen by the great villain 'Twinkle Thieves', and experience journey to retrieve the teddy bear. Can you hunt the thieves who attack you in various ways and rescue the teddy bear 'Mari'?
Why similar: Side Scroller 40.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 37.6%, Action 7.5%, 2D 6.7%, Difficult 3.8%
In this space shooter avenge the Earth destruction and destroy dozens of procedurally generated enemy waves ! Each death will make you stronger. Can you reach the top of the leaderboard ?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.1%, Difficult 30.6%, Action 13.2%, Indie 7.1%
Earth Atlantis is a side-scrolling shooter with an original "Monster-Hunting" gameplay. Search and hunt down dreadful sea monsters and explore the post-apocalyptic underwater world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.2%, Side Scroller 31.8%, Difficult 15.6%, Action 8.4%, Indie 4.8%
Golden Hornet is a retro style twin-stick shooter. Become a pilot of the multipurpose helicopter 'Golden Hornet' — rescue hostages and destroy enemy outposts.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Difficult 22.5%, 2D 5.5%, Action 5.1%
Spark is a creative, combo-centric, Shoot 'em up game. It's a 3-in-1 old-school arcade game fueled by the competitive urge to climb the leaderboards. The unique shooting system hooks the player as they discover more and more ways to create beautiful and effective combos.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.8%, Side Scroller 33.1%, Action 12.6%, Casual 8.8%, Indie 5.6%
Icarus, a classic side-scrolling space shoot-em-up tribute! - Thumping soundtrack, Bosses, Multiples, Power-ups, Secrets, BIG levels... ...Give the (free) work in progress / teaser demo a try!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.5%, Side Scroller 38%, Action 8.2%, 2D 7.4%, Indie 1.7%
Ballpoint Universe Infinite is a shoot-em-up adventure game featuring artwork entirely drawn in ballpoint pen. Explore immaculate worlds, discover the secrets of the doodles, and customize your Ink-Ship for battle! Press"Ballpoint Universe Infinite is too exuberant to ignore.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.6%, Side Scroller 27%, Action 10.9%, Indie 6.3%, Singleplayer 1.2%
Step into The Adventures of Emoji 4 Remastered, where you immerse yourself in this mouse cartoon world playing a shoot em up side-scroller. Follow dynamic rules and use special weapons to defeat enemies for each level. Stay focused on the prize or you might find your game completely cut off.
Why similar: Side Scroller 46.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 42%, Action 8.3%, Indie 2.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%
Terra Bomber is presented as a two dimensional sideways scroller based upon the classic arcade shooters of the 1980s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.4%, Side Scroller 37.4%, Casual 7.3%, 2D 5.3%, Indie 2%
Hooligan Vasja that is a colorful and entertaining time killer.Your goal is to reach the roof, fighting with different opponents. There is a powerful boss just under the roof. Be careful, the obstacles are extremely dangerous but you can knock them down. The first level is easy but the following ones are progressively more difficult.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Side Scroller 26.3%, Action 18%, Casual 13.2%, Indie 10.5%
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 48.5%, Side Scroller 41.2%, Action 9.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
Radar Warfare is a bullet hell/fast paced arcade shoot 'em up with radar theme and retro style. 27 stages will challenge you with different waves and enemies. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Difficult 21%, Action 17%, Casual 11.8%, Indie 7.9%
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: Alternate History 29.8%, Side Scroller 29.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, 2D 5.5%, Action 4.6%
The most secure prison facility in the country is under attack ... The city mayor called personally and asked you to take care of this problem.
Why similar: Side Scroller 36.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Action 17.5%, 2D 7.8%, Indie 7.6%
A sentient AI in 2084 faces a hacking adventure to survive. Play as Viravius and tackle 60 incredible levels to guide him towards his destiny that will change forever the world. 16 Different Player Armor, 5 Unique boss fight, Co-Op Campaign.
Why similar: Alternate History 30.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Side Scroller 29.8%, 2D 5.8%, Casual 3.6%
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 44.4%, Side Scroller 38.4%, 2D 7.6%, Action 5.7%, Indie 3.3%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Side Scroller 33.7%, Difficult 14.7%, Action 7.3%, 2D 6.7%
Flee the Fallen is a thrilling 2D zombie survival game where you fight relentless undead, switch between powerful weapons, and battle through intense encounters. Every moment tests your reflexes, strategy, and will to survive.
Why similar: Side Scroller 34.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Difficult 26.1%, Action 5.1%, 2D 3.3%
Old school shooter fun. Can you save Pure Metal from the clutches of evil? Kill the hoards of enemies and rain righteous fury on the bosses and save the planet!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.7%, Difficult 29.2%, Action 20.2%, Indie 9.9%
Sine Mora is a horizontal shoot'em up that provides a unique take on challenge, where time is the ultimate factor.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 66.3%, Side Scroller 22.5%, Action 7.1%, Indie 3.8%, Singleplayer 0.3%
Start a Rebellion! Lead your ships to take down the evil O'Xelg base in this squad-based shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Side Scroller 27%, Difficult 14.5%, Action 12.1%, 2D 6.5%
Stylish and Deadly shooterHollow: Cook Off is the mix of sidescroll shooter and stylish action.You are the quiet but skillful agent, Hollow. And you're going to infiltrate a mysterious factory.Shot, Cut, Float and make your combination.Fight quickly and glamorously but coolly.
Why similar: Side Scroller 45.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 38%, Action 8.4%, 2D 5.3%, Indie 2%
Jetlad is a challenging jet-fueled platformer. Help Jetlad collect the gems of each level and reach the goal unharmed. Jetlad flies around using his jet-pack. Jetlad will explode when he runs out of fuel or touches any hazards. Are you able to help Jetlad overcome the obstacles that await him?
Why similar: Side Scroller 33.6%, Difficult 27.1%, Action 20.6%, Indie 10.1%, 2D 7.1%
All you'll need is the spacebar for Spacebar! In this minimalist arcade side-scroller you will jump, flip, and fly your way through the endless levels.
Why similar: Side Scroller 46.1%, Difficult 34.2%, 2D 7.8%, Action 6.6%, Casual 4.7%
GROOD is an indie 2.5D Shoot 'em up made with spare robot parts and Heavy Metal🤘🏻. The gameplay blends classic Shoot 'em up mechanics with modern low poly graphics, particles, shaders, and a hardcore soundtrack. Annihilate an army of machines, and afterward, annihilate their bosses—go all the way to confirm that your battle paid off.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44%, Difficult 29.7%, Action 18%, Indie 8.3%
Draw a ship, Fly it. Get creative.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Alternate History 27.6%, 2D 4.9%, Action 4.3%
Evade is a fast paced bullet hell shooter focused on dodging attack patterns made of hundreds, even thousands of bullets. Shoot your way through over 30 different bosses, and recruit defeated enemies as powerful assists.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52.2%, Difficult 31%, Action 11.3%, Indie 4.4%, Singleplayer 1.1%
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.8%, Side Scroller 34.5%, Action 14%, 2D 6.4%, Indie 2.3%
DED - a game in the shoot'em up genre. Your granddaughter has been kidnapped, and your daughter and son-in-law murdered. Having just bits and pieces of information about the abductors, you will have to save your granddaughter and find the masterminds behind these crimes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.2%, Difficult 25.6%, Action 14.4%, 2D 9.3%, Indie 7.7%
Are you a fan of Casual games that provide simple mechanics and challenging gameplay ? Bubblien Pop offers exactly that, while simultaneously testing player’s reflexes, accuracy and hand-eye coordination.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.3%, Action 17.7%, Casual 13%, 2D 10.3%, Indie 8.7%
The world is under a frantic alien attack. Amidst the chaos and with the army virtually subdued, the deadliest and most inconsequential pair of specialists are called upon to do what must be done. Join the war hunting aliens around the world and in every way possible.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Side Scroller 31%, Difficult 24.5%, Action 6%, 2D 6%
A follow up to Spacebar! This time, you will need both the spacebar and X key to survive this minimalist arcade platformer! Jump, flip, fly, and warp your way through the endless levels!
Why similar: Side Scroller 45.8%, Difficult 32.5%, Action 10%, 2D 5.2%, Casual 3.9%
Speyarranoth is a classic sci-fi space asteroid shooter in 3D. You control the game using WASD and shoot with the space key. It's wonderful to just blast full speed through the asteroid fields lasers ablaze and enjoy the explosive light show.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.4%, Side Scroller 38%, Action 8%, Casual 5.8%, Indie 1.8%
This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 62%, Action 13.2%, Side Scroller 11.1%, 2D 6.7%, Indie 5.2%
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 37.2%, Side Scroller 31.1%, Action 13.9%, Casual 9.3%, 2D 5.7%
DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours is the latest installment in Taito's DARIUS series of arcade-style shooting games. Blast hordes of alien sea-monsters, and blaze your own trail through branching environments.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 61.4%, Side Scroller 25.9%, Action 5.9%, Difficult 4.9%, 2D 1.6%
Syder Reloaded revives the Syder series in this love-letter to 90s Amiga shmups with upgraded graphics and refined gameplay. Challenging levels, a fleet of ships and a motherload of alien invaders. Get back to your roots and curse at your monitor in this skills-first shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.5%, Side Scroller 27.3%, Difficult 20%, Action 7%, 2D 5.5%
