60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Side Scroller, Shoot 'Em Up, Action, Shooter.
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.
G-Darius HD
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!
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Rendering Ranger™: R² [Rewind]
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.
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 21.6%, Underwater 19.3% ★, Side Scroller 14.5%, Arcade 8.9%, 2.5D 8.3%
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 31.2%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Arcade 9.9%, Retro 8%, Sci-fi 7.3%
Thunder Tiger is a fast-paced side-scrolling shoot ’em up, blending 1980s arcade style with futuristic flair. Blast enemies, grab power-ups, and chase high scores in intense 2D stages. Classic retro vibe meets modern gameplay!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Arcade 12.3%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Score Attack 8.8%
Classic 2D shoot em up with updated graphics. Dodge a storm of bullets as you blast through space shooting hordes of enemies. Collect powerups to survive against fearsome bosses. Pilot a suicide runner as you fight to unravel the mystery of what is destroying the universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.7%, Arcade 12.9%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Retro 11.5%, Sci-fi 10%
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 30.4%, Side Scroller 21.1%, Retro 14.8%, Arcade 11%, Sci-fi 8.1%
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 28.5%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Arcade 11%, Score Attack 9.5%, Sci-fi 7.9%
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 35.7%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Retro 11.3%, Aliens 8%, Sci-fi 5.8%
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 32.3%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Arcade 11.3%, Sci-fi 9%, 2.5D 8.4%
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 35.4%, Side Scroller 27.3%, Arcade 14.3%, Retro 12%, 1990's 5.2%
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 32.6%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Arcade 15.1%, Retro 8.9%, 1990's 7.8%
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 31.7%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Arcade 12.8%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Aliens 7.6%
Space shooters never die. 1993 is a testament to that. 1993 is a classic shoot em up celebrating games like Gradius, R-Type and Life Force.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Gun Customization 20.4% ★, Side Scroller 13.3%, Arcade 8.8%, Score Attack 8.3%
Gravitaws is a retro-style stage shooter inspired by Jaws (NES). Explore a dynamic overworld map. Collect research materials and upgrades, while evading an Alien invader. The story is delivered in classic style cutscenes. Fight bosses, survive, collect, fish, and bomb your way to victory.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Underwater 17.7% ★, Side Scroller 14.4%, Sci-fi 7.6%, Arcade 7.6%
Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your shield tech and absorb projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield expires and it's danger time, you better switch up your strategy fast...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Retro 11.1%, Arcade 10.5%, Sci-fi 9.5%
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 35.2%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Arcade 12.6%, Sci-fi 11.5%, Retro 11.2%
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 41.6%, Side Scroller 24.3%, Arcade 14.9%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Shooter 5.7%
Free the galaxy by destroying the EVA program and its artificial planet HELOS. In this 2D shoot'em up, take control of one of the three ships of your choice and go to the different planets to eliminate each threat. 1 or 2 Player coop.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.4%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Arcade 14.8%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Action 6.8%
Defend the galaxy from vicious space pirates! Seize your foes and fire them back at their allies for devastating destruction in Toaplan's legendary horizontal arcade shooter, now on PC with all-new features and quality-of-life bonuses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Side Scroller 20.2%, Arcade 12.8%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Score Attack 9.5%
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 30.3%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Arcade 15.4%, 1990's 7.8%, Action 7.1%
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 31.6%, Side Scroller 22.9%, 2.5D 12.2%, Sci-fi 7.4%, Aliens 5.2%
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.2%, Side Scroller 26.8%, Arcade 13.3%, Retro 6.8%, 1990's 6.8%
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 30.8%, Side Scroller 21.7%, Arcade 12.5%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Score Attack 7.3%
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 35.7%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Retro 13.8%, Arcade 13.5%, Sci-fi 8.2%
A retro-style classic side-scrolling shoot ’em up. Fly Super Arcade Boy through 8 levels, blast enemy waves, grab power-ups, and take down bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Retro 13.2%, Arcade 11.6%, Sci-fi 8%
A stylish sci-fi arcade shooter about cleansing the galaxy of pesky demons! Cosmic Cleaner is a fast-paced, high score chasing action game that progressively gets more challenging. Designed for quick and easy fun.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Arcade 15.6%, Retro 13.9%, Score Attack 13.1%, Sci-fi 9.6%
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 28.3%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Sci-fi 12.3%, 2.5D 11.1%, Arcade 9.7%
A shoot'em up inspired by the 16-bit classics of the genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Arcade 13.7%, Retro 10%, Sci-fi 8.1%
Arcade-inspired shmup action where neon vector caverns explode with modern visuals, dynamic music, weapon upgrades and intense score chasing.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Arcade 11.8%, 2.5D 11.2%, Score Attack 9.7%
Space Elite Force II is a frenetic space-shooter with weapon customization and insane bosses battles. Embark in your ship and fight for the survival of the human race!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Gun Customization 15.8% ★, Side Scroller 15.8%, Score Attack 10.6%, Arcade 10%
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 32.2%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Arcade 16%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Action 7.4%
RESHOOTER offers heart-pounding shoot-em-up action that elevates classic arcade gameplay to the next level. Dive into the retroflow with electrifying visuals, immersive audio, and captivating mechanics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Arcade 18%, Sci-fi 15.7%, Score Attack 13.3%, Retro 13.1%
Why play shoot 'em ups one ship at a time? Launch them all at once! Unleash an entire armada of ships in Shoot 1UP!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Score Attack 11.1%, Arcade 10.9%, Sci-fi 9.3%
R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.4%, Side Scroller 20.5%, Arcade 14.8%, Retro 7.3%, Action 6%
Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.2%, Arcade 13.4%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Retro 7.6%
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 40.4%, Arcade 14.4%, 2.5D 13.3%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Score Attack 7.4%
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 34.9%, Side Scroller 19.7%, Arcade 13.6%, Retro 11.5%, Sci-fi 9.2%
Experience Toaplan's arcade shooter Flying Shark (AKA Sky Shark) on PC with the latest quality-of-life features. Ride through the skies as they burn in a rain of armor-piercing bullets! You have been chosen for the mission. Because you are the best pilot there is!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44%, Arcade 21%, Retro 14.6%, Score Attack 11%, Action 8.7%
SPACEMAN is a short, nostalgic, retro Shoot-Em-Up
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.2%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Retro 12%, Arcade 8.8%, 1990's 8.2%
Blast your way through a myriad of extra-terrestrial incursions in this arcade-style scrolling shooter! Pilot the ship Habroxia through 15 levels featuring intense boss fights, rescue missions, shifting perspectives, and untold surprises.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Arcade 15.5%, Retro 7.6%, 1990's 7.1%
Cute marimo take down waves of invading alien species in this side-scrolling shooter! A 2.5D shooting game that blends classic side-scrolling action with strategic depth-based combat. Target priority and strategy are the keys to achieving high scores!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Underwater 22.1% ★, Side Scroller 19.1%, Score Attack 12.2%, 2.5D 10%
Artificial intelligence threatens the galaxy. Buckle up and fight computing power with the only power that counts: FIREPOWER! Experience Toaplan's brain-melting Slap Fight (AKA Alcon) with its gauge-based power-ups and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with the latest features!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.6%, Arcade 20.9%, Retro 14.4%, Score Attack 11.7%, Action 8.8%
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 29.9%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Arcade 11.9%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Aliens 7%
Deep Space Scoundrel is a rogue-like space adventure where you use a variety of classic arcade mechanics to explore the universe, customize your ship, land at spaceports, and fraternize with other aliens and low-lives.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Gun Customization 22% ★, Side Scroller 13.6%, Arcade 11.1%, 2.5D 8.5%
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 30.5%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Arcade 14.2%, 2.5D 11.4%, Aliens 8.2%
Escape Space is a classic arcade space shooter with RPG mechanics. Fight for various factions against swarms of enemies or bosses and improve your standings, level up your rank, unlock new gear and weapons, and upgrade your spaceship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Gun Customization 16.3% ★, Side Scroller 13.3%, Arcade 12.4%, Sci-fi 9.9%
STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Arcade 12.7%, Sci-fi 12.6%, Retro 11.3%
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 28.3%, Gun Customization 13.6% ★, Side Scroller 13.2%, Arcade 10.9%, Retro 10.8%
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 26.4%, Side Scroller 17%, Arcade 12.5%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Retro 8.6%
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 40.5%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Arcade 14.2%, Sci-fi 13.9%, Action 4.4%
The sequel to the speed-and-destruction shmup "Raging Blasters" is here! It's called "Raging Blasters 2." This is an arcade-style vertical scrolling shmup in which players control a fighter jet and battle various enemies in outer space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.9%, Arcade 17.4%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Score Attack 9.8%, Retro 8.1%
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.1%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Arcade 17.8%, Action 7.9%, 1990's 7.8%
Gear up for an intergalactic thrill ride! Space Elite Force is a frenzied space-shooter packed with weapon customization and epic boss battles. Take command of your ship and fight for the survival of humanity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Gun Customization 15% ★, Arcade 10.2%, Sci-fi 8.5%
Enjoy fast paced action in this retro inspired arcade ShootEm Up Style game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.4%, Arcade 19.3%, Retro 17.7%, Sci-fi 9%, Aliens 7.1%
You are Vakimoh. They are the Venkazoids. Fight for your life in this quick and brutal arcade-style shooter. Can you escape your cage?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44%, Arcade 17.1%, Score Attack 13.5%, Aliens 9.7%, Retro 8.7%
A synthetic race has come to your planet to steal your technology, And you have to fight them off. Fight off the Tecroroid invasion as they sent wave after wave of enemies to the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.3%, Arcade 20.2%, Retro 16.9%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Action 6.2%
Soda Crisis is a fast-paced side-scrolling shooter game. You play a mysterious character of unknown origin, equipped with advanced high-tech gears and fierce combating skills - definitely the chosen one for this rescue mission!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Side Scroller 26.3%, Gun Customization 17.6% ★, Sci-fi 7.8%, Aliens 5.9%
Betrayed by her cut-throat crew, Luna Starr - former Space Pirate Captain turned bounty hunter - has a score to settle. As Luna, travel to 5 exotic planets to track down your mutinous mates, and face them in Bullet Hell dogfights to the death!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.2%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Arcade 10.4%, Score Attack 10%
Eschaton is a vivid, fast-paced top-down arcade sci-fi space shooter with weapon upgrades, intense boss fights, dynamic SFX, and an original metal-meets-synth soundtrack. Chase high scores, accuracy ranks, and speedrun times while killing aliens in this chapter of a longer legendary saga.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Arcade 15.5%, 2.5D 13.7%, Aliens 7.4%, 1990's 7.1%
Most unique top down shooter. Bring hell to insectoid robot invasion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Arcade 11.8%, 2.5D 10.6%, Aliens 7.6%
A single-stick arcade shoot 'em up inspired by the golden years of retro gaming. Blast to the synthwave beat to combine powerups and destroy waves of invaders. Complete missions, compete on leaderboards, discover secrets, and unlock over 80 unique ships from every era of gaming.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Score Attack 15.6%, Arcade 12%, Retro 5.2%
