- #1 Space & Pixels
97% 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 31.1%, Shooter 16.6%, Arcade 14.9%, Action 10.5%, Top-Down 9.4%
- #2 Fruitgeddon
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: One Room Studio
Windows
Blast through hordes of adorable yet deadly mutant fruits in this intense space shooter with bullet hell action. Shoot, dodge, and survive unique boss battles that push your skills to the limit. Only the strongest will uncover the truth behind the chaos. Are you ready to save the universe?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.2%, Shooter 19.8%, Action 11.6%, Space 10.1%, Linear 8.5%
- #3 Enemy Mind
96% matchVery Positive85% of 797 reviews2014
Dev: Schell Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Shooter 13.3%, Space 10.5%, Arcade 9.3%, Local Co-Op 6.1%
- #4 Guardian: Planet Defense
95% 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?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.7%, Shooter 18.6%, Arcade 14.2%, Action 8.4%, Old School 8.1%
- #5 Space Demon Combat Tactics III
94% 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 33.6%, Shooter 17.4%, Arcade 15.5%, Action 10.7%, Space 9.2%
- #6 Asteroids
94% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Play Asteroids
Windows
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Shooter 16.1%, Arcade 14.1%, Action 9%, Top-Down 8.7%
- #7 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
92% 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 30.8%, Shooter 14.7%, Top-Down 11.5%, Arcade 10.4%, Space 10.2%
- #8 Zero Wrath Vendetta
93% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Incandescent Workshop LLC
Windows
Dodge enemy beams with your space fighter, kill huge bosses, and sing along to seven distinct songs in this unique rock opera videogame.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.6%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 12.7%, Action 8.8%, Top-Down 7.8%
- #9 GALXAGAR
91% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: MoonMuse Entertainment
Windows
"Don't go to GALXAGAR"; a phrase uttered by many who have traversed its rim. Untold treasures, and terrors, await within its blackened depths. Ready your craft, spacefarer, because you're about to enter the most dangerous sector in all the stars. Get ready.. for GALXAGAR!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 11.4%, Top-Down 10.2%, Linear 8.2%
- #10 miniStrike
91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Pollapee
Windows · Mac · Linux
A shoot’em up game with bite-size levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.8%, Shooter 19.1%, Action 9.2%, Local Co-Op 9%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #11 WOLFLAME
90% matchVery Positive85% of 116 reviews2016
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.6%, Shooter 15%, Arcade 13.5%, Top-Down 8.4%, Action 6.2%
- #12 Revolution Ace
89% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,880 reviews2014
Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A deep, tactical shoot'em up. With every takedown, you’ll earn cash and xp to upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Online and local co-op. Unique versus mode. Realistic physics and water simulation.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 51.3%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 8.4%, Local Co-Op 7.8%, Top-Down 6.5%
- #13 Atomic Guardians
89% 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 27.3%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 12%, Old School 8.3%, Space 7.5%
- #14 Verisim Skies
87% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: Carry-On Games
Windows
Verisim Skies is a Vertical Shoot 'Em Up with an emphasis on story and cinematic action. Go forth, Champion. Find your purpose. Fulfill your destiny. Accept your fate.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.5%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 11.6%, Top-Down 8.6%, Action 8.5%
- #15 Anthea's Justice
88% 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 46%, Shooter 18.4%, Arcade 10.5%, Linear 7.5%, Space 6.6%
- #16 Alpha Squadron
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Ender's WorkshopPub: Ender Toone
Windows
Classic Arcade Style Side Scrolling Shoot'Em Up. Dodge the enemy bullets as you fight your way through 13 levels of increasingly intense action. Play in various levels of difficulty and challenge the high score tables. Co-op up to 4 players, one survives the level, then you all start the next level.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.2%, Arcade 14.3%, Space 9.2%, Linear 7.8%, Action 7.7%
- #17 Golgalian
85% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Atael
Windows
Pilot the tank Golgalian in an endless micro shoot 'em up inspired by arcades old and new. Blast mechs, dodge bullets, and compete on the global leaderboard!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.6%, Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 13.3%, Top-Down 8.5%, Action 6.8%
- #18 Stars of Strife
86% 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 31.3%, Shooter 16.7%, Arcade 14.9%, Action 11%, Top-Down 9%
- #19 Lilac 0
82% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: Bullet Prince
Windows
The machine world of Molybdion has fallen into disarray. As Nidhogg eats the root of the planet, unending wars rage on the surface! Slice your way through hordes of metallic foes in five frantic levels, defeat fearsome bosses, and dodge countless bullets in this vintage vertical shoot 'em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.2%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 13.6%, Old School 7.9%, Action 6.3%
- #20 Meteor Storm
84% 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 28.4%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 12%, Top-Down 9.5%, Old School 7.9%
- #21 Shooty
84% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: RiceyCode Studios
Windows
A space arcade shooter with light rogue-like elements.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.9%, Arcade 13.8%, Top-Down 8.9%, Action 8.5%, Space 8.2%
- #22 Return Ace
83% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: NEROTA
Windows
Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.1%, Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 11.7%, Top-Down 9.7%, Old School 7.4%
- #23 Alpha Warrior
81% 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 35.7%, Shooter 19.1%, Arcade 17%, Old School 9.9%, Space 9.8%
- #24 Galaxy Dreamer
79% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Annet ValentivePub: Galaxy Games
Windows
Galaxy Dreamer is an 2D old-school vertical space shooter that will remind you of your childhood.Сontrol a spaceship and shoot your opponents alone or with a friend! You can choose from a dozen spaceships and weapons to destroy a variety of enemies and BOSSES!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.9%, Arcade 16.1%, Space 12.7%, Action 11.2%, Local Co-Op 8.2%
- #25 AngelStrike
80% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: HomeLight Games
Windows
AngelStrike is an exciting 2D side-scrolling shoot'em'up with handmade pixel-art and a variety of action-packed missions. Play solo or local co-op with friends to rescue refugees, stealthily deliver supplies, escort your allies, and take down hordes of machines in 40 levels across 5 different areas!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Shooter 17.6%, Action 9.7%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, 4 Player Local 8.1%
- #26 Rysen
81% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
An old arcade style 2d shmup.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, Shooter 16.9%, Arcade 12.4%, Top-Down 10.8%, Old School 7.7%
- #27 Space Defense Special Force - The Origin of the Union
82% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Ninetales Studios
Windows
Frenetic 2D action in the style of Space Invaders! Customize your spaceship, face hordes of enemies, and challenge yourself in multiple modes, including Campaign, Arcade, Invasion, and Survival. Upgrade your ship, collect power-ups, and face unique challenges in every battle.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Arcade 13.8%, Top-Down 11.6%, Space 10.9%, Retro 7.7%
- #28 Cosmic Wartoad
79% 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 40.4%, Shooter 16.3%, Arcade 12.4%, Retro 8.5%, Action 6.9%
- #29 Unknown Hero
78% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Svero Forge
Windows · Linux
Brace yourself for an intense bullet hell experience! Fight your way through challenging levels, defeat bosses, upgrade your weapon and get the highest score!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Arcade 12.3%, Shooter 12.3%, Space 9.1%, Linear 8.7%
- #30 Orbital Siege
77% 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 31.7%, Arcade 13.3%, Shooter 11.2%, Old School 10.2%, Retro 8.1%
- #31 Habroxia 2
77% 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 36%, Shooter 17.7%, Arcade 15.7%, Action 10.9%, Space 8%
- #32 Invaders from the Lost Sectors
75% 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 36.9%, Shooter 17.4%, Arcade 14%, Space 8.9%, Action 6%
- #33 Fixeight
75% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Introducing FixEight, Toaplan's thrilling vertical run-and-gun game featuring eight peerless warriors with cutting-edge weapons. Embark on an exhilarating cosmic escapade with up to three players at once. Now on PC with modern extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.3%, Arcade 16.3%, Old School 7.9%, 2D 6.5%, Action 6.4%
- #34 Caterpilla (Spectrum/VIC-20)
76% 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 36.9%, Shooter 16.9%, Arcade 13.2%, Retro 9.8%, Action 7%
- #35 EMPIRE - GALAXY BURNING
78% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: BWI Games
Windows
A shoot-em-up game (loosely) inspired by the likes of Crimson Clover, Mushihimesama and R-Type, battling against an ancient superweapon to save both the galaxy and a close friend!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.9%, Shooter 17.2%, Top-Down 12.3%, Space 11.3%, Linear 7.6%
- #36 Pegasis Odyssey
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Cokwak
Windows · Linux
In the far reaches of space, an odyssey begins. Explore hostile biomes, face powerful enemies, and gather vital resources in a retro shoot ’em up. Reset to evolve and grow stronger. The odyssey of Pegasis is endless, how far will you go?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Shooter 16.4%, Arcade 14.5%, Action 9.7%, Top-Down 8.6%
- #37 The Battle of Aurinoxia
73% matchPositive75% of 12 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: Shoot 'Em Up 35.4%, Shooter 16%, Arcade 12.6%, Top-Down 10%, Space 6.6%
- #38 Chicken Invaders 1
72% 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 31.2%, Shooter 16.1%, Arcade 14.5%, Action 10%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #39 Never Not Shooting
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Hand Cannon Games
Windows
Grab up to 3 friends and defend the sun from swarms of enemies in this local coop twin stick shooter. Siphon energy from the sun and shoot as many attackers as you can to claim the high score before it explodes! Fight over experience and upgrade your ship to keep up with the ever-mounting pressure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Arcade 11.6%, Shooter 11.5%, Top-Down 8%, Local Co-Op 6.8%
- #40 Super Psy Penguin
74% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: SHOKIZM INTERACTIVE
Windows
Super Psy Penguin is a Cyber Penguin Hero Simulator in which you play a realistic Cyber Penguin, giving you the power to save the galaxy! The game is inspired by Parodius and Xenon-II and many other Shmups from our childhoods.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.8%, Shooter 21.6%, Arcade 16.8%, Action 8%, Indie 1.9%
- #41 Cosmic Cruiser
73% 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 25%, Shooter 20.6%, Arcade 13.1%, Space 8.2%, Retro 8.1%
- #42 Truxton 2
71% matchPositive93% of 46 reviews2024
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The sequel to Toaplan’s shoot ‘em up masterpiece Truxton is a thrilling insane space action with an unforgiving difficulty level. Enjoy the visually stunning pixel graphics and vibrant music as you dodge the high-speed bullet rain and take on tough bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Arcade 11.8%, Top-Down 11%, Old School 9.4%, Linear 8.4%
- #43 Astro Fighters
70% 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 32.3%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 11.3%, Top-Down 9.7%, Space 7.5%
- #44 Layer Section™ & Galactic Attack™ S-Tribute
72% 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 31.6%, Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 13.2%, Top-Down 10.4%, Space 7.7%
- #45 Vimana
70% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Uncover the magic of Indian mythology, unique power-ups, and an enchanting soundtrack in this electrifying space showdown. Toaplan's vertical co-op shooter Vimana debuts on PC, offering accessible, action-packed gameplay and modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.6%, Arcade 15%, Old School 9.9%, Action 8.9%, Local Co-Op 6.8%
- #46 Monster Blast Infinity
74% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: EntwicklerX
Windows
Shoot waves of monstersFight your way from wave to wave and kill all the monsters. Collect coins to buy weapons, ammunition and special items like dynamite or gun turrets in the shop machine. Be quick, because the shop is only open for 30 seconds between each wave. Each level has four rounds.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.4%, Shooter 23.8%, Top-Down 16.5%, Action 14.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #47 Zaxterion: Space Frenzy!
71% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
You play as a young boy who dreams of being a famous astronaut who discovers alien worlds and life. One hot summer day, you fall asleep and into a terrifying dream made up of your worst childhood fears. Can you survive this nightmare of asteroids, space spiders, deadly skulls & more?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.8%, Arcade 15.2%, Old School 11.4%, Space 9.9%, Action 7.1%
- #48 Galaxy Hassle
69% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: FictionLand Games
Windows
Step into the shoes of Corelatine Rangers Ralph and Brad, as they steer their way through Asteroid Fields and Monsters a-plenty, to arrest Dr. Jillkoy - A menace known for his deadly atrocities towards intergalactic citizens. Do you have what it takes to see him behind bars?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.1%, Arcade 15.2%, Top-Down 12.3%, Action 10.2%, Space 9%
- #49 Feeble Light
69% 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 41.6%, Shooter 16.7%, Arcade 12.8%, Action 7.1%, Old School 6.6%
- #50 RedRaptor
68% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: Novax GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off for a retro arcade experience in RedRaptor, a vertical shoot’em up inspired by genre classics of the ’90s!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.4%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 8.7%, Top-Down 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
- #51 Left 4 Bread
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: FzzyBzzy
Windows
Left 4 Bread is single-player, parody, run and gun shooter set in a zombie apocalypse! Search desperately for ammo, pipebombs, and molotov cocktails to fight the infected! Change up your tactics as you run from 8 different types of special infected!!! Search for ammo and health packs to survive!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Shooter 17.1%, Arcade 15.1%, Action 10%, Top-Down 9.7%
- #52 Infinite Shooter
70% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2016
Dev: Minion Productions Inc.
Windows
Infinite Shooter is a top down arcade shooting game, also known as a "Shmup", with the emphasis squarely on the action. With no story in the way of your fun, simply choose an opponent and take them down to earn powerful weapons, upgrades, ships, and power-ups!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.1%, Shooter 18%, Arcade 14.9%, Action 12.8%, Indie 4.2%
- #53 Enceladus
69% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2017
Dev: StorybirdPub: Look At My Game
Windows
Enceladus is a shoot'em up inspired by the Playstation & Saturn era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.6%, Shooter 17.1%, Arcade 15.3%, Action 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
- #54 TROID BLASTER 2
66% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: KINGSGUARD GAMES
Windows
TROID BLASTER 2 is a physics based asteroids tribute game, featuring: * Random Levels * Gachapon random generated pilots and ships * 30 weapon types to unlock * Physics based! * Hundreds of bite sized levels to play * A graveyard to bury and remember your fallen pilots
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Shooter 16%, Arcade 14%, Action 8.9%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #55 Nevultra
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Zoblin Multimedia
Windows
Nevultra is an exciting shoot'em up that will take you back to the 8bit/16bit era. The protagonist, Nina, needs your help to reach her destination in deep space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.6%, Arcade 14.2%, Shooter 13.9%, Action 8.3%, Space 6.7%
- #56 Barback
66% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Scott LinkenheldPub: Savage Squirrel Games
Windows
Barback is a 1980s arcade action run and gun game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.8%, Arcade 19.3%, Action 14.1%, Old School 13.7%, 2D 6.9%
- #57 While you are Downloading
68% 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 29.3%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Top-Down 9.4%, Space 9.1%
- #58 Killistar
65% 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 42.8%, Shooter 18.4%, Top-Down 14.2%, Space 9.1%, Action 8.2%
- #59 Astro Fighters 2178
71% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Take to your ship to ensure the survival of humanity against an alien force determined to see you fail. Customize your ship with upgrades to raise your chance of success. Take a friend into battle to immediately become a stronger force and watch each others tail
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Shooter 17.1%, Arcade 15.5%, Action 10.7%, Space 9.4%