60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Retro, Shooter.
Aliens In Paradise is a Shoot'em Up game inspired by shooter games like Contra. Aliens Start invading The Bahamas. They destroy the main characters house so he sets out on a revenge quest to destroy as much Aliens and their Ships as possible. His thirst for revenge may actually save the world.
Gates of Zendocon
In this classic side-scrolling shoot-em-up, originally published in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a starship pilot trapped in a web of 51 interconnected hostile universes by the evil spider Zendocon.
R-Type Dimensions III
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.
In this classic side-scrolling shoot-em-up, originally published in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a starship pilot trapped in a web of 51 interconnected hostile universes by the evil spider Zendocon.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Retro 14.6%, Shooter 10.4%, Aliens 9.8%
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Side Scroller 18.7%, 2.5D 17.8%, Shooter 11.4%, Aliens 8.3%
Mud River is a horizontal 2D Shoot‘em Up game. The Rio Doce (Sweet River) was a paradise for mankind and animals, but now it has become a territory destroyed by the unscrupulous activities of Dr. Wellin. This is Pacal's first destination, ascending the Rio Doce preventing its complete destruction.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, 2.5D 16.1%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Aliens 12.8%, Shooter 11.4%
Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Platformer 13.8%, Arcade 12.2%, Shooter 11.6%
In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Side Scroller 17.1%, 2.5D 13.8%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 10.5%
Blast and weave your way through enemy fire while managing a wide variety of ship power-ups in this retro style horizontal shoot-'em-up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Side Scroller 17%, Retro 12.2%, Aliens 11.9%, Arcade 9.7%
A Blast from the Past is a stunning, classic arcade shooter. Includes gameplay modes for the casual gamer through to "Tournament Mode" for Hi-Score hunters! With 4K/360Hz+ support, experience smooth as silk gameplay in this dazzling arcade blaster with something for every arcade-going fan!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, 2.5D 19.9%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 12.3%, Action 5.4%
Hyper-5 is a cinematic shmup inspired by classics from the “golden era” of the 90’s. Responding to a distress beacon, deep space scout ship Hyper-5 is drawn into a terrifying battle with an unknown enemy.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Side Scroller 18%, Aliens 13.4%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 11.6%
In the year 2,000,000,009, a team of bounty hunters infiltrates a massive facility swarming with hostile AI. Can they find Zurd?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Retro 14.7%, Arcade 12%, Platformer 8.9%
Weapon of Choice is a high-energy, side-scroller in which each playable character is unique with their own special weapon and abilities! Blast insane aliens, find new player characters, and choose between branching paths!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Aliens 16.1%, Platformer 12.1%, Retro 11.9%
Pilot your customized craft across 30 psychedelic tubular levels of adrenaline-pumping action, fighting a constant stream of terrifying insectoid aliens trying to stop you in your tracks, all set to a soundtrack by The Crystal Method. Features a 2-player local coop mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Retro 17.7%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 12.2%, Futuristic 7.9%
Evasion from Cluster 42, an arcade spaceshooter for 1 or 2 players with 3D GFX and a Background Story. Play every level from top down view or from side view. You'll get a different view and a different experience that way for each level!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, 2.5D 13.5%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Aliens 11.5%, Shooter 9.8%
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Side Scroller 24%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 12.2%, Retro 7.4%
The legendary Contra series returns! This reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the ‘80s features new stages, new enemies, new play mechanics, and co-op combat for up to 4 players!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Aliens 14.2%, Platformer 12%, Shooter 11%
Most unique top down shooter. Bring hell to insectoid robot invasion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, 2.5D 15.8%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Aliens 12.5%, Shooter 10.4%
Short Warp: Deep Space Bounty is a modern arcade shoot ’em up mixing top-down and side-scrolling missions in a rugged sci-fi universe. Pilot stock ships or craft custom builds across multiple game modes. Cast a short warp and Lower Away!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Aliens 14.2%, Side Scroller 13.8%, 2.5D 12.5%, Arcade 10.8%
Enjoy fast paced action in this retro inspired arcade ShootEm Up Style game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Retro 18.1%, Arcade 16.7%, Aliens 12%, Old School 7.8%
You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 10.6%, Retro 10.2%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Side Scroller 26%, Arcade 13.9%, Retro 13.8%, Shooter 7.5%
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 27.7%, Side Scroller 20.8%, Aliens 15.2%, Retro 13.2%, Shooter 8.2%
Fight back against a chaotic alien invasion in this fast-paced retro shooter! Blast through 54 levels, master wall-jumps and dash moves, and take down the mischievous beboks before they overrun the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Side Scroller 14%, Platformer 13.9%, Shooter 12.2%, Foreign 12.1% ★
You will see the creation of new lives... Capture enemies and fire them back at their allies as enormous beams of energy in this horizontally scrolling shooting game, featuring 5 versions of G-Darius with new features, enhancements, and Steam exclusive extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, 2.5D 16.5%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Shooter 10.8%, Aliens 10.2%
A fast-paced retro arcade shooter inspired by classic 1980s side-scrolling space combat. Weave through organic obstacles, survive relentless enemy waves, and defeat powerful end-level bosses in a pure, skill-driven singleplayer experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Retro 12.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Aliens 9%
ZPF is a retro-inspired horizontal shooter for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Blast your way through a cosmic gauntlet of epic boss battles, addictive scoring, and hidden secrets in a thrilling arcade-style adventure through fantasy, sci-fi, and alien-themed worlds.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Aliens 15.6%, Shooter 12.3%, Futuristic 8%
A retro space themed action shooter where your bullets send you flying through the air!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Aliens 18.5%, Platformer 15.4%, Futuristic 10.6%, Retro 9.3%
DRUNKEN BARON is a fast-paced 2D arcade shooter inspired by classic flappy-style games. Keep your plane in the air by tapping the button, fly through chaotic corridors, shoot invading aliens, drop bombs, and survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Arcade 14.5%, Shooter 14.2%, Aliens 12.5%
Pewt 'em Up! is a retro inspired arcade space shoot 'em up with lots of upgrades, achievements, extras and more.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Aliens 18%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 13.2%, Futuristic 10.1%
Gun Crazy is a fast paced and hectic arcade style action shoot em’ up sporting old school pixel art and a retro sound track.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Platformer 14.9%, Retro 13.3%, Aliens 11.7%, Side Scroller 11.1%
Firehunt is a prologue for the main story One Way Road. Take part in space battles as you travel across the galaxy and fight to save humanity. This cinematic narrative driven action-focused space shooter, will take you on a journey into the near future, and put the destiny of mankind in your hands.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Side Scroller 17.5%, 2.5D 17.1%, Arcade 12.5%, Futuristic 10%
The Queen of the Cosmic Wartoads has been abducted by the Rigellian Slime Beasts, their deadliest foe, and turned into the most hideous thing imaginable: a human being! Traverse the Rygellian Time-Void, reach the Slime King's lair and dismantle their deathly machine with your Cosmic Tool Kit.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Retro 16.7%, Shooter 14.2%, Aliens 12.5%, Arcade 12.4%
Shoot through storms of weird and funny creatures, jump between planets by switching gravity, and relive the childhood fun of your very first arcade shooters - alone or with a friend in co-op!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, 2.5D 14.5%, Platformer 12.9%, Aliens 12.7%, Shooter 10.8%
Top-down shooter action for the Atari Lynx handheld console. WANTED: Hot gun for hire. Travel to several exotic and dangerous places. Discover several exotic and dangerous aliens and kill them. Kill lots. For cash. Buy more weapons and kill again.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Aliens 17.1%, 2.5D 14.2%, Retro 12.7%, Shooter 9.5%
An unknown force from a parallel reality trapped Earth’s energy in three runes. The best resistance fighters have been sent on a critical mission to destroy the runes and seal the dimensional rift.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Platformer 15.4%, Arcade 14.9%, Action 8.9%
Embark on an interstellar race as the universe collapses. Swing swords, fire projectiles, and reflect hazards to save nomads. 60 challenging missions. Random encounters. Simple mouse controls. Conquer diverse hazards. Will you guide them home?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, 2.5D 20.4%, Arcade 13.6%, Aliens 13.1%, Action 8.5%
Cyber Haze is a retro-style 2.5D platformer in which Haze, a delivery robot, must defend his world against a horde of viruses that have begun to take over the digital world!
Why similar: 2.5D 26.4%, Platformer 20%, Retro 14.4%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Futuristic 9%
Retro-inspired arcade-style shooter. Save humanity from incoming waves of flaming hot meteors, alien ships hell-bent on destroying humanity, and the strangeness of space by shooting, blasting and nuking incoming waves of meteors and enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Aliens 16.1%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 12.1%, Retro 8.4%
Metal Soldier 3D is a fast-paced run-and-gun shooter where you battle a rogue army across explosive 2.5D levels. Use a wide arsenal, pilot tanks and mechas, and face off against traps, bosses, and even dinosaurs in classic arcade-style action.
Why similar: 2.5D 18.9%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Retro 13%, Arcade 12%, Old School 11.8%
A modern retro inspired side scrolling shooter with a deep upgrade system and the ability to absorb enemy fire and also deflect it back to your enemies. A fast paced shooter that can be played solo or local co-op with 12 difficulty modes and lots of boss battles.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, 2.5D 18.4%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 9.1%
Blast your way through waves of viroid enemies in Antibody, a Defender-style shoot ‘em up set on a living planet. Move through Sanguon’s insides as you fight to contain a viral outbreak. You are the cure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Arcade 12.5%, Retro 11.5%, 2.5D 10.4%
A new dimension on the classic shmup genre, take to the skies as a rookie pilot thrown into the deep end. Prove yourself in skies as you battle devious enemies and work become a hero pilot in Iron Flight Air Force.
Why similar: 2.5D 23%, Shooter 14.8%, Aliens 12%, Flight 8.6%, Futuristic 6.6%
A sci-fi action platformer where players can jump, shoot, slash, and shield their way through the 8 Core Robotics and their domains. Conquer levels and bosses in any order and defeat them all to reach the The Citadel - along with the robotic Council that has conquered humanity.
Why similar: 2.5D 19.2%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Platformer 13.5%, Retro 12%
A high-definition arcade shooter blending old-school action with modern polish. Battle across the Solar System, upgrade your weapons, and unlock tougher challenges in Nemesis Mode - all set to a hypnotic, retro-electro soundtrack.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Old School 16.3%, Retro 16.2%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Shooter 13.1%
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 32.3%, Side Scroller 23.5%, Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 14.7%, Action 6.9%
Katalyst is a 2-D Space Shooter for the people who love and grew up with Space Shooters! Guide the Hero on his journey to defeat the evil aliens threatening civilization! If you like dodging bullets, precision shooting, and only being able to move in 8-directions, then this game is for you!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Aliens 15.8%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 10.8%
Starxia is an old-fashioned side-scrolling space shooter. Step into the role of a Pilot and use your ship to eliminate hordes of fierce enemies. A compelling story and many interesting characters await you in this adventure. Take over the controls and fly into the vacuum of space. Let the hunt begin
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Side Scroller 25%, Arcade 13.7%, Futuristic 6.5%, Action 5.8%
A free-to-play 90s-style bullet-hell shooter with high-res graphics, unlocked 60+ FPS, single-player campaign, and online co-op multiplayer!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Aliens 12.7%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 11.2%
Betrayed by his people, TRANTOR is abandoned alone on an Alien planet. His only chance of escape is to actvate the planet's main computer that lies within the terminal building. Armed only with a flame thrower, fight your way to freedom as TRANTOR...THE LAST STORMTROOPER.
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.3%, Retro 17.4%, Action 16.7%, Platformer 14.7%, Shooter 12.2%
Immerse yourself in an action-packed cyberpunk universe where the fate of humanity itself hangs in the balance. The Morphs are preparing their final attack, determined to enslave every civilization in the Solar System — and it's your mission to fight back!
Why similar: 2.5D 23.5%, Futuristic 13.6%, Arcade 13.4%, Aliens 12.7%, Retro 12%
One Way Road is a story-driven action game combining elements of Scroll Shooter, Top Down Shooter, and Tube Shooter. Take the helm of a space cruiser, explore the galaxy, and fight in stellar battles to save humanity.
Why similar: Side Scroller 19.8%, 2.5D 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Aliens 12.2%, Arcade 11.5%
Bydo Missions in Your Pocket — Beyond Dimensions, the Melody of Two “R”s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Side Scroller 18%, Shooter 15.6%, Aliens 14.2%, Action 8.7%
RAILGUN 500 is a pick up and play arcade shooter featuring floods of alien freaks. Master the railgun's systems, manage the enemy horde, and you might just live through it all.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Aliens 17.8%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 12.6%, Old School 9.2%
There isn't anything better than punching things in 8-bit that will end up leaving you with RAW FISTS! *Warning, this game contains old school difficulty* (Blowing in the cartridge is not required.)
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Platformer 16.5%, Arcade 14.9%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Shooter 13.8%
This is a very challenging, old-school, retro, side-scrolling, sci-fi shooter, with modern twists. You must defend your base against the onslaught of approaching alien attackers. Utilize power-ups and protect your allies and resources. If you miss the arcade games of yesteryear, this is for you.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Retro 17.5%, Old School 13.8%, Arcade 13.1%
Best Buds vs Bad Guys is a 2D run ’n’ gun from a game developer Dad and his 11 year old son, with a special message behind it. Travel to 11 different worlds, all presented in classic 16-bit style, with a catchy chip-tune soundtrack and lots of over-the-top weapons!
Why similar: Side Scroller 17.5%, Platformer 16.9%, Retro 15.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Arcade 12.9%
Cross the universe, shoot aliens, upgrade your weapons and face powerful bosses with AB in this retro inspired lateral shoot 'em up to save the world. Adventure into Campaign Mode or face the never-ending waves of Endless Mode with suitable challenges for all skill levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Aliens 14.4%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Retro 12.2%, Arcade 10.4%
A shoot'em up inspired by the 16-bit classics of the genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Arcade 13.3%, Old School 11.6%, Retro 11.6%
This 2.5d platformer blends the nostalgia of 90s shooters with modern gameplay mechanics and graphic design. Move using the keyboard, aim and fire with the mouse, kill everything that crawls of flies, get through mazes full of deadly traps, survive battles with robotic bosses and save the Earth.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Platformer 17.6%, 2.5D 17.4%, Aliens 15.3%, Shooter 15%
Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Shooter 16%, Arcade 15.6%, Retro 10.9%
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 27.9%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Shooter 13.4%, Retro 13.3%, Arcade 12.7%
