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Games Like Apano SYN Fighter

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Action, Shooter, Space.

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Is there a gamepad lying around somewhere?!! Ready to play some real shooter games again? Grab the controller and become an APANO SYN PILOT to face the alien invasion. Connect up to four controllers and shoot until you drop. 100% survival chance on "Easy", low on "Impossible".

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: To be announced
Developer: ASIN Games
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie, Free To Play
Platforms: Windows

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    97% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Asteroid Blasters is a non-stop action space shooter. Inspired by Asteroids, this game will see you choose between 6 different ships each with their own characteristics and utilize a variety of weapon powerups to eradicate your enemies. Play 2 players to increase your chance of survival.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, 1980s 12.9%, Shooter 11.2%, 1990's 10%, Arcade 9.9%

  2. #2 A Blast From The Past
    96% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2023
    Dev: Happy Cactus Games Limited
    Windows · Mac

    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 30.3%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 11.5%, Space 8.1%, 1980s 7.8%

  3. #3 Blurple Food Wars
    95% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2021
    Dev: Patrick Milholland
    Windows

    Return to classic 80s shooters while fighting off the fast food horde in this retro space shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, 1980s 16.4%, Shooter 15.9%, Space 10%, Old School 9%

  4. #4 DIM-EGION
    96% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: aa9bbPub: Akasha Apostles
    Windows

    Single Player Shooting Game with 2D Collision Detection and 3D Rendering

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Shooter 20.1%, 1980s 11.4%, Space 11.4%, Sci-fi 8.6%

  5. #5 GRADIUS ORIGINS
    94% matchVery Positive94% of 250 reviews2025
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows

    Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Arcade 18.4%, Shooter 16.2%, 1980s 14.1%, 1990's 10.5%

  6. #6 Invaders from the Lost Sectors
    94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: The Lost Sectors
    Windows

    Invaders from the Lost Sectors is classic arcade action. Aliens descend with increasing speed towards your base. Shoot them all before they land. Player controlled settings like guided missiles, rate of fire, enemy speed and more help you customize exactly the game experience that you want.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 13%, Space 10.8%, 1980s 9.2%

  7. #7 Cosmic Cruiser
    93% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    In this unique shooter from 1984. take on the role of a pilot of an out-dated Cosmic Cruiser, fighting to rescue the crew of a distant space station that had been captured by a raiding party from the sinister Rallom Empire.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Shooter 18.6%, Arcade 12.4%, Space 10.1%, 1980s 9.8%

  8. #8 Killistar
    91% matchNo user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Area Code 313 Games LLC
    Windows

    Killistar: A 2D/3D sci-fi shoot-em-up remake of the classic arcade game Sinistar.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.1%, Shooter 16.5%, 1980s 11.8%, Space 11.2%, Sci-fi 8.4%

  9. #9 While you are Downloading
    92% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2018
    Dev: Alien Nude LTD
    Windows

    A quick and action paced retro styled arcade shooter, or shoot 'em up (shmup) if you like. Perfect to play in short chunks, like when you are waiting for big games to download.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, 1980s 14.1%, Arcade 11.6%, Space 11.2%, Shooter 11.1%

  10. #10 Chaos Moon : 1CC Edition
    91% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: SNOWBALL EFFECT GAMES
    Windows

    A classic style SHMUP in the tradition of 80's and 90's vertical scrolling shooters. Maximize your run and get to the top of the High-score Leaderboard. Can you achieve the rank of Fleet Admiral? It's a challenge. Visit our website for a free playable browser demo of the game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Shooter 15.9%, Arcade 12.9%, 1980s 12.3%, 1990's 9.3%

  11. #11 Zero Wing
    89% matchVery Positive88% of 75 reviews2023
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 26.3%, 1980s 12.2%, Arcade 11.9%, Space 11.7%, 1990's 8.8%

  12. #12 Space Demon Combat Tactics III
    90% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Matt Kuhn
    Windows

    Join the High Commander as the eternally loyal Green in an epic journey to save the Blues from the menace of the Greys and their evil Red Gems!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Shooter 17.5%, Arcade 16.3%, Space 12.7%, Action 9.8%

  13. #13 Anceder
    89% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2018
    Dev: Cédric Andreu
    Windows

    Dive in the VR arcade shoot-them-up (shmup, shoot'em up, bullet hell). A lot of action is awaiting you. "Insert coin" and jump in the shmup !

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, 1980s 13.8%, 1990's 11.6%, Space 9.8%, Arcade 9.8%

  14. #14 Alpha Warrior
    88% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Smobile
    Windows

    Alpha Warrior is a retro, space shooter where the player engages in flight combat with enemy terrestrials and arcade style bosses.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Shooter 18.1%, Arcade 16.9%, Space 12.7%, Old School 10.5%

  15. #15 Distant Space
    87% matchVery Positive86% of 2,983 reviews2016
    Dev: PixelMouse
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Distant Space are present the arcade game of cosmic fights in arcade style of the 80's, this is a game where you can control the spaceship and forced to destroy extraterrestrials, which are moving in the certain order.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Space 16.5%, Arcade 13.3%, 1980s 12%, Shooter 8.2%

  16. #16 Chicken Invaders 1
    85% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2025
    Dev: InterAction studios
    Windows

    Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 14.3%, 1980s 9.9%, Action 8.6%

  17. #17 Asteroids: Recharged
    86% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 11.2%, Space 11%, 1980s 10.9%

  18. #18 Star Jet Alpha
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Valles Games
    Windows · Mac

    Star Jet Alpha is a top-down space shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Progress through each stage by blowing up enemy space stations while avoiding or destroying enemy missiles, space mines and asteroids. Unlock Star Jet capabilities by completing stages.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Space 16%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 12.5%, 1980s 11.4%

  19. #19 Guardian: Planet Defense
    84% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Eager Lemur
    Windows

    Take command of an orbiting defense satellite in this action-packed planetary defense shooter. Blast away at waves of incoming asteroids and crafty aliens before they destroy your planet. Scavenge powerful weapons from vanquished alien ships and turn them against your foes. How long can you survive?

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  20. #20 Super Arcade Boy in Defender of Planet Earth
    84% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2017
    Dev: LoadUpGames.com
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 26.5%, Shooter 13.1%, 1980s 12.6%, Arcade 10.7%, 1990's 10.1%

  21. #21 Meteor Storm
    83% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
    Dev: Z Sculpt Entertainment
    Windows · Mac

    Welcome back to 1996! This shared screen space shooter is the perfect 4-player competitive game for some casual fun!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 12.2%, 1990's 11.2%, Space 9%

  22. #22 Cosmo Strike: Complete Edition
    82% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Nikspeaks Pub: Nikspeaks
    Windows

    In the distant year of 2359, previously unknown alien forces have attacked Earth and its colonies. You are an agent on a special mission sent by the global senate to repel the attack and stop the alien forces.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 12.6%, 1980s 11.5%, 1990's 8.8%

  23. #23 Anthea's Justice
    82% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Karl_SpencerPub: ITNC Games
    Windows

    The year is 2248. You play as Anthea, a pilot for the Spacing Guild. She's battling a pirate fleet. During the game, you'll need to destroy four leader ships.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.7%, Shooter 18.2%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Arcade 10.9%, Space 9%

  24. #24 Meteoroids 3D
    81% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Titan Deep Space Company
    Windows

    Meteoroids 3D is a simple action game set in space, which wants to pay tribute to a great game of the eighties: Asteroids. Meteoroids 3D does not pretend to be better, or try to emulate the greatness of Asteroids. We just want to bring a funny and addictive game to the players.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, 1980s 16%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 11%, Old School 10.8%

  25. #25 Asteroids
    79% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: Play Asteroids
    Windows

    Another version of the classic Asteroids game

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Shooter 16.6%, Arcade 15.3%, Space 9.4%, Action 8.5%

  26. #26 UfoPilot : The Phadt Menace - Steam Edition
    81% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: nornware AB
    Windows

    A sci-fi retro side-scrolling shoot-em-up / rescue game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Shooter 13.1%, 1980s 12.2%, Arcade 11.6%, 1990's 9.2%

  27. #27 N₂O
    79% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2022
    Dev: Gremlin InteractivePub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    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 31.6%, Shooter 15.8%, Arcade 13%, Retro 9.6%, Sci-fi 7.6%

  28. #28 Stars of Strife
    80% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Sicur54
    Windows

    Shoot, dodge, and survive your way through unique bosses and swarms of enemies in this Galaga inspired arcade shooter where the fate of a galaxy rests in your hands.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Shooter 16.6%, Arcade 15.5%, 1980s 12.9%, Action 10%

  29. #29 Space Shooter - Tryü Sora
    77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: DeadFly.Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A vertical-scrolling space shooter, and a love letter to classic arcade space shooters, Tryü Sora blends retro charm with modern gameplay. Master a handcrafted campaign, explore secrets, and dominate fast-paced modes in this addictive space adventure!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, 1980s 13.3%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 11%, 1990's 10.3%

  30. #30 Caterpilla (Spectrum/VIC-20)
    78% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for the ZX Spectrum by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, shoot the deadly Caterpilla as it weaves its way down the screen, while also contending with mushrooms that block the way, and a fearsome spider!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, Shooter 16.3%, Arcade 13.4%, 1980s 11.7%, Retro 9.9%

  31. #31 Totally Shmup
    76% matchPositive97% of 32 reviews2024
    Dev: EldTheZombie
    Windows

    Beginner friendly 2D vertical and horizontal retro-style little shoot 'em up. Colourful stages with sound and vision inspired by the golden age of video gaming. Totally free introduction to the world of Shmups and Bullet Hell Games!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, 1980s 15%, 1990's 12.9%, Arcade 10.7%, Space 10.6%

  32. #32 Crazy Invader ShootEm Down
    78% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Crazy Retro Games
    Windows

    Enjoy fast paced action in this retro inspired arcade ShootEm Up Style game

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Arcade 17.4%, Space 11.6%, Retro 9.6%, Old School 8.1%

  33. #33 Syder Arcade
    77% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
    Dev: Studio Evil
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    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 43%, Arcade 12.5%, Shooter 11.6%, Space 10.1%, Sci-fi 7.8%

  34. #34 Layer Section™ & Galactic Attack™ S-Tribute
    75% matchMostly Positive79% of 48 reviews2022
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    Layer Section, the home console port of arcade game RayForce is back with new features and online ranking. Use the new lock-on laser function to defeat multiple enemies at once for a higher score in this gorgeous 2D vertical shooting game!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 13.3%, 1990's 12.3%, Space 10.2%

  35. #35 Cosmic Wartoad
    76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    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 35.9%, Shooter 15.9%, Arcade 12.7%, 1980s 11.6%, Retro 8.7%

  36. #36 Rendering Ranger™: R² [Rewind]
    72% matchPositive88% of 26 reviews2025
    Dev: Limited Run GamesPub: Ziggurat
    Windows

    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 33.2%, Shooter 14.6%, 1990's 11.4%, Arcade 11.2%, Space 9.6%

  37. #37 Invaders from the Third Dimension
    73% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Nile River Software LLC
    Windows

    A retro space shooter with a twist - now you can rotate your ship and aim diagonally at enemies, adding a whole new dimension to the shoot 'em up genre.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Space 14.1%, 1980s 12.5%, Arcade 11%, Shooter 11%

  38. #38 Absolute Blue
    75% matchMostly Positive70% of 54 reviews2018
    Dev: Jochen HeizmannPub: Asylum Square
    Windows

    Sidescrolling Shoot’em’up that will transport you back into the 90s (and space).

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, 1980s 12.6%, Shooter 11.6%, Space 10.5%, 1990's 10.1%

  39. #39 Neon Invaders
    73% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Neon Invaders will take you back to your gaming roots with its constant action and relentlessly brutal enemies. Absorb enemy shots of the same colour to trigger a flurry of fire to decimate the alien invaders. Dodge and Match your way to victory through 40 levels and 5 difficulty settings.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Shooter 13.3%, 1980s 12.2%, Arcade 11.8%, 1990's 9.1%

  40. #40 Thundering Skies
    74% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2017
    Dev: Flat Voxel
    Windows

    A shoot'em up inspired by the 16-bit classics of the genre.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Arcade 13%, Old School 11.3%, Shooter 10.5%, Space 10%

  41. #41 Orbital Siege
    71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Orbitforge Interactive
    Windows

    Reclaim the arcade. This is a high-octane space shooter where vibrant pixel art meets relentless alien armadas. Master your orbital defenses and survive the ultimate galactic onslaught.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Arcade 13.7%, Old School 11.2%, Shooter 11%, Space 10.6%

  42. #42 Space & Pixels
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Basil Masil
    Windows

    Space & Pixels is a top-down space shooter with classic gameplay. Battle through each level, blast lots of enemies, upgrade your ship's firepower, and uncover the truth behind your dangerous mission.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Shooter 18.9%, Arcade 17.6%, Space 12.1%, Action 10.9%

  43. #43 Gray Goo
    70% match6 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
    Dev: Glitch Nomads
    Windows

    Gray goo is a short retro arcade shooter with lots of upgrades. This game is about destroying goo in space and saving the universe.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Space 15.9%, 1980s 11%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 10%

  44. #44 ZEROCRON
    72% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: T.R.S.
    Windows

    ZEROCRON is a straightforward, classical arcade Twin-Stick Shoot-Em-Up with a strong Commodore-Amiga-era feel. Blast asteroids and enemies to burning pixeldust!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Shooter 11.4%, 1980s 11.1%, Arcade 10.7%, Old School 9.6%

  45. #45 Astrokicker
    73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: Quadrivo Software, LLC
    Windows

    Mixing old and new, Astrokicker is inspired by classic shootemups going back to the 80s, with a few twists. The player gets to fly in any direction, and using a combination of skill and strategy, takes out the starbases controlling warpfields.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Arcade 15.1%, 1980s 14.2%, 1990's 10.7%, Space 9.7%

  46. #46 Feeble Light
    71% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off as a little star trying to rid the cosmos of angry celestial beings in Feeble Light, a 3-tone pixel art shoot’em up where minimalistic presentation makes way for precision controls and fluid animation!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.8%, Shooter 16.2%, Arcade 13%, 1990's 8.4%, Sci-fi 7.8%

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    70% matchMostly Positive75% of 816 reviews2021
    Dev: Granzella Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    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 38.7%, Shooter 16.9%, Arcade 14.8%, Space 11.5%, Sci-fi 7%

  48. #48 Astro Busters
    67% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2025
    Dev: Michael PrymusPub: Astrobuster Studios
    Windows

    Have You Been Waiting for a Modern Take on Classic Asteroid Shooters? 🚀 Your wait might just be over! Astro Busters brings you a fun space shooter with realistic physics, responsive controls and thrilling arcade action. Take on missions, upgrade your weapons, ships and fight solo or in multiplayer.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Space 15.8%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 12.8%, 1980s 11.3%

  49. #49 Speyarranoth
    70% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
    Dev: Eivind Magnus Noersterud Hvidevold
    Windows

    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 35.4%, Space 14.8%, Arcade 13.3%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Shooter 8.6%

  50. #50 Habroxia 2
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2021
    Dev: Lillymo Games
    Windows

    Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Shooter 17.7%, Arcade 16.5%, Space 11.1%, 1990's 10.9%

  51. #51 Galactic Plague 2000
    66% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
    Dev: Yacoobs C.MPub: Y3TuuStudio
    Windows

    A classic shoot 'em up with a modern edge. Galactic Plague throws you into a cosmic nightmare where survival means upgrading your ship, mastering legendary weapons, and battling the relentless Martian invasion. Are you ready to face the chaos?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.1%, Shooter 17%, Arcade 13.9%, Space 10.7%, Sci-fi 7.8%

  52. #52 Space Warpster
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AMAMiZU games
    Windows · Linux

    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 31.3%, Arcade 13%, Space 10.2%, Shooter 10.2%, 1980s 8.7%

  53. #53 Terra Flame
    67% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2022
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    Terra Flame is a horizontal shmup inspired by the 90's. The feature is that you can switch between three types of weapons in real time.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Shooter 16.3%, 1980s 8.6%, Arcade 7.2%, Sci-fi 6.9%

  54. #54 EGGCONSOLE ZANAC EX MSX2
    66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: D4Enterprise Co.,Ltd.
    Windows

    The Zanac battle, which was supposed to have ended, was not over. To suppress the reactivated organic intelligence, Zanac takes flight once again!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Shooter 17.3%, Arcade 16%, 1980s 14%, Action 9.4%

  55. #55 MeteoStorm
    71% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: DarkMatter Software
    Windows · Mac

    MeteoStorm is an action packed retro shoot-em-up. MeteoStorm offers up to 25 challenging waves of exciting shoot-em-up action with 3 different difficulty levels!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Arcade 16.5%, 1980s 16.1%, Space 11.9%, Action 10%

  56. #56 Meteor Blasters
    67% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2022
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Meteor Blasters is a non-stop action space shooter. Inspired by Asteroids, this game will see you choose between 6 different ships each with their own characteristics and utilize a variety of weapon powerups to eradicate the space rocks. Play 4 players Co-op or Versus Mode with friends.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, 1980s 13.4%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 10.3%, Space 9.1%

  57. #57 Operius DX
    65% matchPositive90% of 29 reviews2025
    Dev: Distant Illusions
    Windows

    Blast off into Operius DX, a high-speed arcade shooter where you navigate twisting polygonal tunnels, battle waves of enemies, and confront formidable bosses in an endless amount of procedurally-generated levels. How far can you get?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, 1980s 13.9%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 11.2%, Space 9.4%

  58. #58 Astro Fighters
    65% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Astro Fighters is a tough old school vertical scrolling bullet hell shooter designed to test your skills with non-stop arcade style action. Fight against large bosses at the end of every level and compete for the high score across 4 difficulty modes to be the best fighter pilot in the game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 11.8%, Space 10.3%, Old School 8.1%

  59. #59 Invaliens
    69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: Galactic Droids Ltd
    Windows

    Retro arcade classic, Defeat a million invaders from another dimension in this side scrolling shoot'em up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 11.3%, Space 10%, Casual 6.8%

  60. #60 Atomic Guardians
    68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: Mosh Jason Games
    Windows

    ATOMIC GUARDIANS is a fully CO-OP arcade retro shoot 'em up, where one player flies the ship, and the other player mans the shields. Fight your way through a never ending horde of Brutal Bosses, Alien Monsters and Gigantic Asteroids as you rack up a new world-wide high score. Play with up to three friends, and see how long you can last!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 13.1%, Space 10.7%, Old School 9.7%

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