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

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  1. #1 Exo-Calibre
    97% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
    Dev: Vampixel GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Take to the skies as a team of cute pilots and fight for peace in vertical scrolling bullet hell style!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Shooter 10.8%, Top-Down 6.2%

  2. #2 Star Jet Alpha
    96% 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 17.1%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Space 12.7%, Shooter 11.2%

  3. #3 Asteroidia
    96% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Duk Studios
    Windows

    A simple and fun space shooter.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Shooter 9.9%, Top-Down 5.8%

  4. #4 Laser Droplets
    95% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Kikashi Online
    Windows · Mac

    Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Shooter 7.3%, Action 6.7%

  5. #5 4D:XD
    94% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Ryan Brammen
    Windows

    4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Shooter 11.3%, Top-Down 6.5%

  6. #6 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
    94% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
    Dev: Strides Interactive Game Studio
    Windows

    SHOOT 'EM UP!Starlight: Eye of The Storm is a 2D Vertical SHMUP set in a 3D background. Unleash your special powers, upgrade your weapons! Take on 10 Arcade stages or 15 Campaign missions! Drift (auto-pivot mode) behind your enemies and take them on with style!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Shooter 10.3%, Space 10.1%

  7. #7 1x! Space Adventure
    93% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
    Dev: Lunar Madcap
    Windows

    1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 8.9%

  8. #8 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    91% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Bullet Hell 21%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shooter 12.3%, Top-Down 5.8%

  9. #9 Beyond The Heavens
    92% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2018
    Dev: Zane Games
    Windows

    Beyond The Heavens is a arcade style shoot-em-up where you take control of a ship seeking to reach the destination that calls out to it. The journey will take place across several worlds including Heaven and Hell!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Space 12.5%, Shooter 10.4%

  10. #10 Psyvariar 3
    90% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2026
    Dev: Banana BytesPub: Red Art Games
    Windows

    Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Shooter 10.9%, Top-Down 6.6%

  11. #11 Space Maxwell: Arcade
    91% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Dreamland Games
    Windows

    Shoot your enemies and try not to let them multiply themselves and turn the game into a chaotic space battle! Space Maxwell is an arcade shooter where your spaceship has the ability to destroy or to multiply your enemies. Climb the leaderboard and try to survive as long as you can!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Shooter 11.3%, Space 7.9%

  12. #12 Heliocide
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: HorrorScope
    Windows

    Heliocide is a relentless top-down scrolling action! Arm your shields, lasers, guns, bombs and missiles to defend the solar system from a massive invasion!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Bullet Hell 18%, Shooter 10.7%, Space 7.9%

  13. #13 Crucible
    89% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
    Dev: TriScalePub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Shooter 11.6%, Top-Down 8.5%

  14. #14 RPM - Road Punk Mayhem
    88% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Hit the road for explosive bullet hell action through a post-apocalyptic wasteland!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Shooter 11.3%, Sci-fi 7.5%

  15. #15 Fiery Rivaz
    87% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
    Dev: Tim Nicolai
    Windows

    Fiery Rivaz - Reanimate Shmups !!! It's time to revive the shmup genre. You can expect a shooter that focuses on varied and innovative level design. It is accompanied by cool 3d graphics and a great soundtrack.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Shooter 15.2%, Space 9.5%, Action 8.6%

  16. #16 Project AionIX
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AionBlaze Studio
    Windows

    A fast-paced roguelike space shooter where every credit counts. Fight through dangerous sectors, upgrade your ship mid-battle, and convert your earnings into permanent power. Because when you die, you keep what matters.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shooter 12.5%, Sci-fi 8.1%

  17. #17 Astro Fighters
    85% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    A score-driven vertical STG built around aggressive grazing, medal chaining, and risk-reward survival mechanics. Dodge impossible bullet patterns, manipulate time itself, and push for the ultimate 1CC.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Shooter 11.7%, Space 8.2%

  18. #18 Space Waves
    86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Space Waves is a procedurally generated 2D arcade style shooter with multiple collectable power ups and varying enemy types. This game will casually draw you in and then increase the pace and difficulty as you progress through the never ending levels.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Shooter 12.3%, Top-Down 6.6%

  19. #19 Nova Strike
    84% matchMixed65% of 23 reviews2023
    Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
    Windows

    Fire up your blaster cannons and take on waves of enemies in this retro shoot'em up with procedural levels. Come back stronger with each attempt and beat the high score!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Shooter 10.2%, Space 9.6%

  20. #20 Spherical Worlds: Evolution
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Infobyte
    Windows · Linux

    A distant human colony faces an enigmatic alien threat. As commander of a spherical battle droid, infiltrate alien spacecraft to neutralize the menace from within. Face AI-enhanced droids, upgrade your arsenal, and engage in high-speed action, mini-games and test your strategic skills and reflexes.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shooter 10.6%, Space 10.2%

  21. #21 Akka Arrh
    83% matchVery Positive85% of 66 reviews2023
    Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Akka Arrh is a modern take on a scrapped project from the 1980s, providing players with a fast-paced, addictive, arcade shooter experience and psychedelic visuals. Protect your life rings as you chain together combos and go for a high score!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Shooter 11%, Top-Down 8.1%

  22. #22 Planets Ambrosia
    82% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Maltsoft
    Windows

    All-out 360-degree assault! A roguelite shooter where you pilot an sci-fi fighter to eliminate grotesque enemies fused with fruit and machinery, constantly upgrading your weaponry.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shooter 11.2%, Top-Down 6.9%

  23. #23 Alien Space Bastards
    81% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2022
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Alien Space Bastards is a procedurally generated 3D arcade style shooter. The aliens are attacking in force and you must utilize all the weaponry you have to survive the onslaught and bring piece to the galaxy. Multiple power ups will assist you on your suicide mission, good luck and fight bravely!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Shooter 12.1%, Top-Down 6.9%

  24. #24 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
    82% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2018
    Dev: PopTea Games
    Windows

    CRAZY APPLIANCES is a fast paced top-down shooter game! The elect robots are insane, heroes! Fight your way by using various weapons and powerful items to defeat them in different dangerous situation!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Shooter 11.2%, Top-Down 9.8%

  25. #25 ESCHATOS
    81% matchVery Positive97% of 301 reviews2015
    Dev: QutePub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    An alien menace has descended on Earth! Defend the world from UFO invasion in this superb arcade shooter from Qute. Use your weapons effectively, deflect enemy bullets with your shield, and recapture the Moon from alien infestation!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 10.4%, Space 9.3%

  26. #26 Umbra Galaxy
    80% matchPositive89% of 44 reviews2022
    Dev: Lazy Wizards Games
    Windows

    Umbra Galaxy is a sci-fi shoot'em'up where you pilot a spaceship adrift in the restricted space filled with enemies. Destroy enemy generators, fight your way to the bosses and secure the obscure goal in the end!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 20%, Shooter 10.4%, Top-Down 6.8%

  27. #27 Unstable Star
    79% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
    Dev: Heatwave Studios
    Windows

    Journey through Proximus-3 as Jaughn (pronounced “John”), and embark on a lighthearted and action-packed journey of redemption, quickly becoming embroiled in an unexpected Rebellion to save the galaxy.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shooter 10.8%, Top-Down 7.9%

  28. #28 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
    79% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: G-MODE
    Windows

    It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.8%, Top-Down Shooter 24.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Shooter 15%, Action 5.6%

  29. #29 ∀stralbringer -Shaded Arkarium-
    78% matchPositive86% of 43 reviews2024
    Dev: Endless Shirafu
    Windows

    Shoot 'em up has reached a new frontier! 2D bullet-hell sci-fi action shooter with mouse control and multiple buttons!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, Shooter 10.8%, Sci-fi 6.5%

  30. #30 Crush The Rebellion!
    78% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: GameBeast Productions
    Windows · Linux

    The galactic empire is under siege from the rebel scum in all directions! Fight through endless waves of rebel ships using all of the weapons and resources at your disposal as you execute your sole orders: to Crush The Rebellion!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Shooter 12.2%, Space 8.4%

  31. #31 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
    77% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2023
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    This is a high-difficulty bullet hell shooting game and a sequel to "Bullet Hell Monday." It offers an exciting experience for players who demand advanced skills and precise strategies. As a common system, six types of special weapons are equipped, expanding the player's tactical range.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Shooter 11.5%, Top-Down 6.9%

  32. #32 Orchid Glitter
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tamazusa
    Windows

    Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Bullet Hell 22.2%, Shooter 7.6%, Space 5.6%

  33. #33 Resurrection Core
    76% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: ramen_keitto
    Windows

    Resurrection Core is vertically scrolling Bullet Hell Shoot ´Em Up game. It honors the arcade classics but also adds modern touch and unique game-play mechanics to the genre. Master the unique weapon systems and resurrect enemy cores to become the ultimate fighting machine!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 8%

  34. #34 TAILS GEAR HD
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: BLUE&WHITE
    Windows

    A revamped version of "Tales Gear," originally released in 2007, featuring high-resolution support, new systems, and rearranged background music. A full-fledged 2.5D vertical-scrolling shooter characterized by the Tail Pod, an optional weapon that combines offense and defense.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shooter 7.3%, Space 6.6%

  35. #35 Startide
    77% matchMixed64% of 25 reviews2017
    Dev: Swimming ScorpionsPub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
    Windows · Mac

    Play as an elite pilot driving the Interstellar Recon Mecha geared with an unique set of weapons and special abilities. Create deadly fleet with gathered parts and weapons! Try out Startide's editor to make new spaceships with various technology you find along your journey.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shooter 14.1%, Action 10%

  36. #36 ComboChain Pulse
    75% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: DaminDesign
    Windows

    Survive relentless waves in a fast-paced top-down bullet hell shooter. Chain combos, dodge chaos, and master skill-based combat where every second matters.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shooter 8.8%, Top-Down 6.5%

  37. #37 BreakDespair2D
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: HappyLuckyRainbowGames
    Windows

    Enjoy mining, upgrades, and explosive growth in this all-directional scrolling shooter. Auto-upgrades allow idle play, with no time limits or game overs. Defaults work fine, story scenes can be skipped, 20 weapons unlock later, and levels can reach 900 million.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Shooter 11.4%, Space 4.8%

  38. #38 Zannon
    74% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: JimJams Games
    Windows

    Zannon is our take on the classic shooters of the late 1980's and early 1990's. Blast your way through 10 challanging levels, collect awesome power-ups, battle numereous different enemies, base and gun platforms. - Love retro and you'll love Zannon.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Top-Down 7.7%, Sci-fi 6.2%

  39. #39 Cosmonator
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 101 reviews2019
    Dev: Bourbontank
    Windows

    Cosmonator is an 'RPG-em-up': a hybrid of classic fast-paced top-down shoot-em-up action infused with deep character building elements. Build up your own unique alien-killing machine to avenge the destruction of planet Earth!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Action 8.7%, Space 6.2%

  40. #40 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 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Bullet Hell 18%, Shooter 11.9%, Top-Down 7.1%

  41. #41 SOLSTORM
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Jerry Zhu
    Windows · Linux

    SOLSTORM is a classic hand-crafted arcade bullet hell, skillfully weave, and dodge through 9 stages with waves of projectiles as you persevere and see a space odyssey to the end!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Shooter 10.8%, Space 9.1%

  42. #42 Artificial Dawn
    72% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Biryeong
    Windows

    Defeat is not the end. After a game over, return to your base to strengthen with battle points and try again. Artificial Dawn is a shooting game designed to grow stronger the more you try, and anyone can clear it as long as they don't give up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Shooter 16.1%, Action 9.3%

  43. #43 Hoodie Survivor and Super Hoodie Bros
    72% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
    Dev: The Voices Games
    Windows

    Auto shooter score attack survival game where your character moves forward continuously and you control the direction of travel by rotating left and right

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shooter 15%, Action 9.9%

  44. #44 Exorush
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Thrashmodule
    Windows

    A 2D vertical shoot 'em up that lets you upgrade your ship with an insane amount of options. From missiles and pods to specials and shields, you can upgrade every bit of your ship from guns to thrusters.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Shooter 13.9%, Action 8%

  45. #45 The War Enders: First Strike
    70% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Crystal Heart's Studio
    Windows

    The War Enders: First Strike is a bullet hell shooting game. While having 3D graphics, the game keeps a classic taste of this hardcore genre. Select and customize your fighter with interest. Dodge the bullet and strike back the unknown with the determination to save the Earth!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Shooter 9.5%, Top-Down 7.7%

  46. #46 Dininho Space Adventure
    71% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
    Dev: Dininho
    Windows

    Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Shooter 15.4%, Action 8.5%

  47. #47 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    68% matchPositive71% of 14 reviews2026
    Dev: N11 Games Division
    Windows

    A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Shooter 14.1%, Top-Down 8.4%, Space 7.7%

  48. #48 NewMe NuMe LuMe: Alien Wars
    70% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Ho RaBii
    Windows

    Summoned into the otherworldly realm of 'NewMe NuMe LuMe', the protagonist Kim Ttolttol must aid the gods who summoned her to defeat enemies and return home in this 2D top-down action game. Utilize a variety of weapons to vanquish diverse foes!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Shooter 15.6%, Action 9.4%

  49. #49 AREA WARS™
    69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: RexoPub: STUDIO.D0DO
    Windows

    AREA WARS™ is a fast-paced 2D omnidirectional shooter where you battle enemies from every direction in a constantly changing enclosed area. Defeated enemies trigger chain explosions that engulf nearby foes and boost your score multiplier. Built for short, repeatable runs with score-focused gameplay.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.8%, Top-Down Shooter 25.3%, Shooter 13.8%, Top-Down 8.1%, Space 7.1%

  50. #50 Room Box
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: WexStudio
    Windows · Linux

    Fight your way through the mazes of Room Box. A minimalist 2d-style TopDown shooter. Your only way of escape is to survive countless and unique rooms. Fight dozen of enemies and defeat merciless Bosses

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.7%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Shooter 11.4%, Top-Down 8.1%

  51. #51 Cosmo Chaser
    71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: Choi Jaewook
    Windows

    Cosmo Chaser is space fighter action game which presents restless shooting battle. It demonstrates new style of vertical scroll shooter by presenting classic arcade action in 3D space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Space 12.5%, Shooter 10%, Sci-fi 9.8%

  52. #52 Endless Space Scrap
    68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: GESpacecraft
    Windows

    Dodge, collect, and survive. Every piece of salvage you grab makes your ship deadlier and tougher.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Space 10.7%, Top-Down 10.6%

  53. #53 Armored Firestorm
    69% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2022
    Dev: The Nextdoor Developer
    Windows

    Armored Firestorm is an intense top-down shoot'em up action game in a futurist environments. At the controls of your Hovertank, survive against the attack of the machines in the orbital city of the federation.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Top-Down 10.9%, Space 8.4%

  54. #54 Viper Attack
    70% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2019
    Dev: Gillsoft
    Windows

    Inspired by classic arcade games, Viper Attack is a fast, addictive arcade shoot-up! Master the challenge and fight your way through many brutal levels

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Space 11.6%, Action 10.6%

  55. #55 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
    68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: JMC
    Windows · Linux

    Defender's Squad is a sci-fi vertical scrolling shooter 2D that combines 7 different levels. Play Solo and pick one of the 3 ships to kill enemies and save the earth from aliens.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Shooter 13.9%, Space 12.7%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Top-Down 10.4%

  56. #56 Lobstar: Arcade Version
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Team Lobstar
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Punch through the cosmos! An arcade-inspired shoot-em-up where you play as an immortal lobster speeding through space.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Top-Down 8%, Space 7.7%

  57. #57 Proto Trigger
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Busted Atlas
    Windows

    An arcade shoot'em up with unique power-infusion gameplay. Face down an unknown army alone or with a friend in online or local co-op. Navigate the cosmos to save the remants of humanity, or join them in extinction!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 9.1%, Top-Down 6.1%

  58. #58 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ZaxtorGameS
    Windows

    Rock 'N Roll G.E.O.S. Wars is a completely new dimension of the original Rock 'N Roll game. In this game, players can work together to vanquish the space rocks that threaten Earth... or they can choose to face each other in a wide variety of duel modes!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shooter 13.2%, Top-Down 7.4%

  59. #59 MachineGunner2 : Bullet Transcending
    65% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: wellsleepnahw
    Windows

    MachineGunner 2 is a 2d top-down shooter game that Player controls four characters to clear stages and complete them as fast as possible. One hit will take you to the start line of the stage. So push it at your own pace.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Shooter 11.2%, Action 9.8%

  60. #60 Polygon Attack
    67% matchVery Positive88% of 271 reviews2016
    Dev: Magnolia Art
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Break through unlimited waves of enemies and fight unpredictable bosses!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.7%, Space 13.8%, Shooter 10.3%

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