Games Like Astebreed: Definitive Edition

The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Mechs 13% ★, 2.5D 10.2%, Shooter 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique perspective-shifting mechanic that mirrors the dynamic camera transitions found in Astebreed.

Project Nimbus is a high speed mech action game set in a post apocalyptic world. Players control 'Battle Frames' - humanoid battle suits armed with an arsenal of weapons.

Why similar: Mechs 66.6% ★, Robots 15.7%, Anime 6.6%, Sci-fi 4.6%, Action 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers high-speed, anime-inspired mech combat that captures the same cinematic intensity as the seed game.

Pilot your fully customizable Arsenal mech and join your fellow mercenaries in defending humanity from the corrupted machines and gigantic robots in this post-apocalyptic action game!

Why similar: Mechs 62.2% ★, Robots 16.3%, Anime 7.3%, Sci-fi 5.7%, Action 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Provides deep mech customization and fast-paced aerial combat that feels like a natural evolution of the mech-shooter genre.

Senko no Ronde 2 is a fast-paced one-on-one action game offering an eclectic mix of the shooting and fighting genres in a mech-filled bullet ballet played out in space! And with Zuntata alumnus Yasuhisa Watanabe on board, you can expect a superb soundtrack too.

Why similar: Mechs 42.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Anime 9.5%, Action 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: Combines traditional shoot-em-up mechanics with one-on-one mech combat, perfectly matching the hybrid nature of Astebreed.

This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.1%, Bullet Hell 26.2%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, Arcade 8.2%, Shooter 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern masterpiece of the genre that features incredible boss encounters and a high-energy, evolving narrative.

Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.8%, Bullet Hell 27.2%, Arcade 8.9%, Anime 7.3%, Great Soundtrack 6%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, stylish shooter that captures the same frantic energy and polished arcade feel.

The year is 2192AD. 40 years ago, the Stellar-class All-purpose Administrative Computer ALLTYNEX suddenly attempted to enact genocide upon mankind. Commandeering armies of unmanned weapons, ALLTYNEX enacted a massacre so terrible that within only 72 hours of the start of the incident, approximately 85% of the world's population had...

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39%, 2.5D 18.9%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Shooter 8.8%, Action 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A 2.5D shooter that utilizes perspective shifts and high-speed action to create a cinematic experience.

Fight over the Earth-like planet of Seventia and its scarce resources of Septonium. A vertical shoot ’em up at its core with an added focus towards immersive storytelling. Follow the story of Alex and Margaret, two exceptional pilots, for the first time on Steam.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.9%, Action 16.8%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Arcade 12.7%, Anime 12%

Why You'll Like It: Features a strong narrative focus and mission-based structure that complements the cinematic feel of Astebreed.

Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!

Why similar: Mechs 23.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Anime 8.8%, Arcade 8%

Why You'll Like It: Features a risk-reward system that encourages players to get close to enemy fire, similar to the aggressive play encouraged in Astebreed.

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 48.4%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Arcade 14.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%, Space 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a massive, cinematic scale with beautiful visuals and intense, multi-layered boss fights.

Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Bullet Hell 34%, Arcade 10.5%, Sci-fi 7%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished, modern bullet-hell shooter that emphasizes fluid movement and high-score chasing.

New dramatic horizontal shoot ’em up that takes place in the same setting as Ginga Force. An immersive story that follows protagonist Natsuki. Discover the story of her past as a rookie pilot up to present day with events that are parallel to those in Ginga Force.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Action 24.4%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Arcade 12%, Anime 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, story-driven side-scrolling shooter with high production values and smooth, satisfying gameplay.

Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 35.6%, Arcade 11%, Anime 6.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.3%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for bullet-hell precision and visual spectacle, ideal for fans of Astebreed's intense dodging requirements.

Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, 2.5D 16.7%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A tactical, classic shooter that requires mastery of multiple weapon systems to overcome complex enemy patterns.

The year is 1989. 12 years have passed since the Gogoh Army’s invasion of Earth. Exposure to alien technology during the war enabled Earth’s own technologies to take massive leaps forward. International conflict that was previously rife in the history of mankind fell to an all-time low, and the Earth Federation was established as a...

Why similar: Mechs 25.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Robots 11.9%, Shooter 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A mech-themed side-scrolling shooter that allows for weapon customization and intense arcade-style combat.

Classic shoot’em up action in modern 3D! Blast off to take down hordes of infected aliens and dreadful machines programmed on waging an intergalactic war against mankind!

Why similar: Mechs 21.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, 2.5D 13.6%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Robots 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the classic side-scrolling shooter with crisp visuals and satisfying, high-speed combat.

For the very first time, highly acclaimed Japanese Arcade Shoot’em Ups - VASARA (2000) and VASARA 2 (2001) - are made available to the whole world via this package: VASARA COLLECTION!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Bullet Hell 27%, Anime 13.2%, Arcade 11.9%, Shooter 10.5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on melee-based combat within a shoot-em-up framework, directly echoing Astebreed's signature sword-slashing mechanics.

Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax is a fast-paced couch co-op action shooter with SHMUP/Brawler gameplay and RPG elements. Choose your mechs, weapons & upgrades then soar through space, defeat evil & save the future... from itself!

Why similar: Mechs 28.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Shooter 8.4%, Robots 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A mech-based shooter that allows for cooperative play and features a variety of customizable robotic loadouts.

Gunvein is a dynamic, aggression-based bullet hell shoot em up where you use lock on lasers, charged weapons, bombs & hypers to overwhelm the enemies before they overwhelm you.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.5%, Bullet Hell 27.1%, Arcade 12.7%, Shooter 9.2%, Sci-fi 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern bullet-hell title that focuses on high-octane action and complex, rewarding patterns.

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: Shoot 'Em Up 47.6%, Bullet Hell 23%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Arcade 9.3%, Action 9%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its fast-paced gameplay and cinematic camera movements that keep the action feeling fresh and unpredictable.

Side-scrolling mech-shooting bad-assery is BACK!GIGANTIC ARMY is a heartfelt homage to 16-bit era mech shooters such as Cybernator / Assault Suits Valken, Metal Warriors, and Front Mission: Gun Hazard, developed by the studio behind the acclaimed shooter SATAZIUS.

Why similar: Mechs 38.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Robots 12.1%, Arcade 8.9%, Shooter 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the weight and power of piloting a heavy mech in a challenging, side-scrolling environment.

In the year 2299, an interstellar war rages on. In a bid to save Earth from destruction, you must take control of the Strike Suit – a revolutionary fighter craft with the ability to transform into a lethal suit of space armor.

Why similar: Mechs 50.1% ★, Space 21.9%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Action 6.5%, Shooter 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Features space-based mech combat that emphasizes the transition between ship and robot modes.

Experience the rush of battle with the fan acclaimed Bullet-Hell shooter "SUGURI". You're equipped with an automatic lock-on targeting system and a unique arsenal of hyper weapons, power shields, and more. Sure, she may look cute, but when it's time to fight, it's all business.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Anime 19.7%, Shooter 7.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: An anime-styled shooter that blends bullet-hell patterns with fast-paced, close-quarters movement.

70s giant robot anime-inspired side-scrolling shooting from the creators of SATAZIUS and GIGANTIC ARMY!

Why similar: Mechs 41.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, Anime 11.9%, Shooter 7.1%, Action 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: A mech-themed shooter that leans into the classic 'super robot' anime aesthetic with vibrant, energetic gameplay.

An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!

Why similar: Mechs 29% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, 2.5D 10.8%, Shooter 10.2%

March 18th, 2061 - "Operation Downfall" Commences With its reliance on BAC, humanity had forgotten how to operate even basic transportation, let alone weapons. After the attacks from BAC and the subsequent social chaos, the human population was reduced by half.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.2%, Shooter 24.1%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Bullet Hell 10.2%, Action 3.5%

Why You'll Like It: A precision-focused bullet-hell shooter that demands careful movement and strategic use of your weapon systems.

An epic tale that begins from shooting missiles! The newest work of the Caladrius series with lots of new features that exceeds the original story!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.8%, Bullet Hell 30.8%, Anime 12.1%, Arcade 8.4%, Action 7.7%

Why You'll Like It: Features a distinct anime aesthetic and complex bullet-hell patterns that challenge even the most experienced pilots.

The frantic old-school action of classic coin-op shoot-‘em-ups comes crashing headlong into the 21st century. Explosive high-octane blasting combines with hordes of enemies in a 360˚ environment – fly, spin and shoot anywhere and everywhere!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.4%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Arcade 14.3%, Space 9.9%, Shooter 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A 3D arcade shooter that offers a unique, chaotic perspective on the genre with intense, non-linear combat.

Immerse yourself in massive fleet battles where your dog-fighting skills will directly affect the fate of the cosmos.

Why similar: Mechs 44.7% ★, Space 19.6%, Sci-fi 9.2%, Shooter 8.2%, Robots 7.5%

Ok, cadet. This is it. All your training has brought you to this point - you are here for one reason only: to be the best.Strike Suit Infinity is a frantic high score chaser where your skill is the only thing that matters. Whatever combat experience you have had so far is considered irrelevant.

Why similar: Mechs 53% ★, Space 14.6%, Arcade 8.2%, Shooter 7.1%, Sci-fi 6.3%

Classic Japanese style vertical manic shooting action! Shoot, dodge and explode your way through the second entry in the critically acclaimed Danmaku Unlimited series. Battle through nail-biting bullet patterns and compete for dominance on the global leaderboard!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 38.3%, Arcade 6.6%, Shooter 5.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%

【About "The Hurricane of the Varstray"】"The Hurricane of the Varstray" is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with a SF story: in the distant future, to defend the Earth against the invasion of mystery mechanical structures, 4 girls head to "the Varstray sector," far away from the Earth and considered as the v

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Anime 8.4%, Space 7.3%, Arcade 7.1%

Armechgeddon is a chaotic action rogue-lite with a minimalist control scheme. Pick the right mech and pilot for the job, and lay waste to hundreds of enemies with your custom arsenal.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.4%, Mechs 23.9% ★, 2.5D 11.6%, Arcade 11%, Robots 9%

In this roguelike action-adventure, control humanoid "Labor" and giant "Arms" to uncover the mysteries of the world. Create fully-customizable robots, strengthen them, and take down hordes of enemies!

Why similar: Mechs 32.7% ★, Spectacle fighter 31% ★, 2.5D 13.7%, Robots 10%, Sci-fi 4.8%

Jet Lancer is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you duel enemy aviators, hunt giant robots, and defy death at supersonic speeds as you evolve from an unknown rookie aviator into a once-in-a-generation ACE pilot.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 10.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%

War Tech Fighters - the space action game that combines the spectacular action of Japanese Anime with Hollywood Blockbusters. Configure, upgrade and customize your War Tech and dive into battle to fight back the Zatronian forces and save your galaxy!

Why similar: Mechs 40% ★, Robots 14%, Shooter 10.8%, Space 10.3%, Sci-fi 7.5%

KAIKAN is a vertical scrolling shooter that focuses on destroying enemies. Destroy enemies with 6 types of aircraft with different performance, clear 5 stages, and aim for a higher score.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Mechs 19.8% ★, Destruction 18.4%, Shooter 11.7%, Bullet Hell 11.3%

Shoot, slash and weave through bullets and enemies in this story-driven arcade shooter. The RADON Daughters have launched their ultimate weapon. Take control of the experimental gunship HALCYON and break out of the CAGE.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 9.6%, Futuristic 9.5%

Pawarumi is a modern shoot’em up set in a retro futuristic sci-fi pre-Columbian universe. You’ll take control of the almighty ship Chukaru and its three unique weapons! Shoot wisely to either do double damage, heal yourself or charge your Super Attack!

Why similar: 2.5D 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Bullet Hell 16%, Arcade 10.1%, Shooter 9.2%

Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Bullet Hell 28.3%, Arcade 14.4%, Shooter 12.5%, Action 5.9%

Hear the shrieks of colliding metal! Behold the true form of steel! An explosive onslaught of shooting action!!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.4%, Bullet Hell 28.6%, Arcade 11.2%, Anime 7.1%, Action 7%

Pilot an experimental mech and shoot giant grenades to blow up sneaky aliens. Stomp their guts, destroy their base, and save the day!

Why similar: Mechs 38.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Arcade 9.5%, Shooter 9.2%, Anime 8.8%

B.A.D is an intense and enjoyable Shoote'em up game that captures the feeling of controlling a mass-produced humanoid robot (Battle Armor) piloted by a single soldier while keeping the realistic fast-paced action in a dramatic large scale conflict, from various Factions of Earth and Mars.

Why similar: Mechs 35.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Robots 15.1%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 8.4%

Faster than anyone. Stronger than anyone. And more stunning. Customize your robot for “cyber battle racing” in a game that offers all the thrills of racing, battle, and customization. Online, Offline, Time-Attack... which mode will you dominate?!

Why similar: Mechs 32.8% ★, Robots 14.2%, Destruction 11.6%, Surreal 9.7%, Shooter 7.8%

Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Bullet Hell 24%, Space 13.7%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 11.6%

The skies are aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Take to the skies in customized fighter planes to battle battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Arcade 15.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.8%, Shooter 8.4%

Space Gray X is a side-scrolling bullet-hell action game where you battle alien invaders, starting from Earth and advancing into space, unlocking advanced aircraft to aid your mission.

Why similar: Spectacle fighter 43.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Shooter 8.8%, Space 7%

Japanese boutique game studio G.rev makes its long-awaited debut on Steam with Strania!

Why similar: Mechs 33.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 33.5%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Arcade 6.6%, Anime 6.6%

You are a friendly-but-deadly Mech on a journey searching for your missing pilot in this action-packed roguelite shooter. Choose your missions and rewards, research skills, equip expansions, mod your weapons, install plugins, customize your looks and stylishly cut your way through hordes of evil AI.

Why similar: Mechs 28.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Robots 11%, Shooter 8.1%

Mech FPS game in all directions of space; follow the story and contribute to the fight for your homeland! Survive the space wars as an up-and-coming soldier with the toughest warriors around!

Why similar: Mechs 46.1% ★, Space 16.1%, Shooter 10.4%, Sci-fi 9%, Futuristic 7.8%

Nimbus INFINITY is a high-speed mech action game, set in the future of a war-torn Earth that has just begun to heal. Equip mechanical Battle Frames with weapons to customize your battle style, and soar through variant battlefields while discovering the story of a new generation.

Why similar: Mechs 39.4% ★, Robots 9.8%, Anime 9.5%, Shooter 9.1%, Futuristic 8%

The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36%, Bullet Hell 34.8%, Arcade 10.3%, Anime 7.2%, Shooter 4.9%

Ether Vapor Remaster is a cinematic 3D arcade shooter and visual treat from developer Edelweiss.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52.8%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Anime 10.4%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 5.4%

Shoot! Dodge! and... Get Hit!? "Ikaruga" is a vertical shoot 'em up that features an unique polarity-switching gameplay. Switch the ship's polarity and "get hit and absorb" enemy bullets! Achieve High Score with the chain bonus!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.4%, Bullet Hell 34.3%, Arcade 11.3%, Shooter 4.6%, Great Soundtrack 3.7%

Project Wingman is a flight action game that lets you take the seat of advanced fighter jets and become a true ace. Fight in various missions and gamemodes ranging from intense aerial dogfights to large scale ground assault in an alternate scorched earth setting.

Why similar: Arcade 23.7%, Shooter 17.8%, Great Soundtrack 16.5%, Story Rich 11.9%, Action 11.4%

Slash through enemies with the Sun Blade, the most powerful weapon in Shmup's history! Overwhelm hordes of enemies with flashy on-screen effects in this super-aggressive vertical scrolling shump!

Why similar: Mechs 26.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Robots 10.6%, Space 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 50.4%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Arcade 9.9%, Shooter 7.3%, Action 4.2%