
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.
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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.

Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
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.

Heliocide
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!
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 18.6%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 11.9%, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 7.4%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.6%, Shooter 8.5%, Arcade 6.9%
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 15%, Top-Down Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 7.8%, Local Co-Op 6.9%
The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 14.8%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 6.3%
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 18.8%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Shooter 10.3%, Space 10.3%
Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 13.3%, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 6.9%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Shooter 9.2%, Space 8%
Metis One is an action-packed co-op top down shooter in the design style of the arcade classics. Take command of the A6-Gravitus to defend the people of Jupiter Colony, Metis One, against an unrelenting alien onslaught. With Drop-In Co-op, Player Two can join the action at anytime!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Shooter 8%, Arcade 6.6%
Arcade Forever is a 3D vertical space shooter. This is an action game in which many enemies, obstacles and different weapons guarantee great fun. If you like fast space action, this is the game for you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Shooter 11.7%, Space 8.2%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Shooter 10.9%, Old School 6.7%
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 20.1%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 9.4%
Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 17%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 8.2%, Space 7.6%
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 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9.1%, Old School 7.8%
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 21.7%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Arcade 8.7%, Shooter 8.4%, Top-Down 5.8%
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 25.9%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 7.7%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Bullet Hell 23%, Arcade 12.9%, Top-Down Shooter 12.2%, Shooter 6.9%
Triangle Service presents the essential arcade experience! Power up your ship, evade enemy fire, and blast your way to the final boss in DeltaZeal!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Arcade 6.7%, Local Co-Op 6.2%
1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shooter 13.1%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 12.2%
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 11.4%, Old School 7.6%
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 24.3%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Top-Down Shooter 13.2%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Shooter 7.5%
Transform or die. TRIZEAL Remix has classic shoot-’em-up style with a refined depth just below the surface. Strategically transform your ship to switch between and upgrade three distinct weapons: a wide shot, a narrow laser, and guided missiles. Shoot with intelligence!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 7.5%
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 20.7%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 9.4%, Old School 8.5%
Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 10.5%, Score Attack 8.9%, Arcade 8.3%
Grab the fate of all life in your hands. Blast your way through the cosmos, destroying monstrous cosmic beasts and the space cultists summoning them, on your path to stopping your mother from unleashing the chaos realm upon the universe, in this sci-fi cosmic horror bullet-hell, STARR RINGER.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12.5%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 9.3%
ShapeNeon Chaos is an old school style space-shooter. You are a ship facing off waves of deadly enemies. This game was made to give you a shot of adrenaline in a couple of minutes. Lots of bullets and neon in an arcade psychedelic shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 8.4%, Score Attack 7.5%
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 23.5%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Arcade 10.1%, Old School 10.1%, Shooter 8.4%
CAVE's arcade bullet hell shooter returns as DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite. New stages, a new character, new music, and other new elements set the stage for a new challenge.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Top-Down Shooter 12.1%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 8.6%
A simple and fun space shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 6.8%
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 20.8%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 8.2%
Play solo or with your friends in this fast-paced space shooter. Pilot multiple ships at the same time while taking on waves of enemies, finding power-ups, and gaining additional episodes along the way. Who will make it to the top of the leaderboard?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 9.1%, Local Co-Op 8.6%
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%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 9.5%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Bullet Hell 25.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Arcade 9.4%, Top-Down 6.9%
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 27.9%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Score Attack 6.7%, Shooter 6.5%
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 24.4%, Shooter 11.9%, Bullet Hell 10.7%, Space 9.6%, Top-Down 9.3%
4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 8.4%
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 20.7%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.6%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 10.6%
A vertical arcade shoot'em up with an inventive teleport system, lots of fast-blazing action and explosions, tons of boss fights, a risk/reward based score system and a proper challenge for both veteran and new players of the genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Shooter 7.6%, Arcade 7%
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 17.8%, Bullet Hell 15%, Top-Down Shooter 13.3%, Shooter 8.5%, Arcade 7%
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 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 8.8%, Space 7.6%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Top-Down Shooter 12.2%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9.2%
Blast through overwhelming bullet storms, graze enemy fire for massive score boosts, and bend time to survive impossible odds in this intense arcade-inspired vertical shmup. Master unique ships, conquer brutal bosses, and chase the perfect run.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Top-Down Shooter 10.9%, Shooter 8.5%, Arcade 7.7%
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 22.4%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 8.6%
Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Top-Down Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 7.9%, Local Co-Op 6%
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 19.6%, Bullet Hell 17%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 7.5%
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 26.9%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 9.8%, Top-Down 7.7%
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 28.6%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 7.3%
Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Shooter 8.3%, Arcade 7%
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 27.5%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 6.3%
The earth is being attacked by creatures from deep space! Time to bring the fight back to them! Battle through multiple stages of heart pounding bullet hell action. Evade the onslaught of bullets, rack up massive multipliers, and get revenge for your planet!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Old School 9.9%, Arcade 7.9%
Royal Odyssey is a retro-style arcade space shooter where you pilot Prince Zayven’s ship through a deadly asteroid storm, blasting your way to survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 16%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Space 7.9%, Top-Down 7.8%
An old arcade style 2d shmup.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 9.8%, Top-Down 8.4%
Destroy the deadly bouncing orbs for the highest score in this Pang meets Asteroids arcade blaster.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Shooter 9.1%, Arcade 7.3%
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 22.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 8.5%, Shooter 8.3%
Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with procedurally driven missions and detailed shooting mechanics. Modern features such as real time fighter switching and squadron management make Xenoraid a fresh and thrilling shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 10.5%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 8.1%, Space 7.6%
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 20.8%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Shooter 9.4%, Arcade 8.2%
Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Bullet Hell 25.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Shooter 11%, Top-Down 8.5%
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 21.1%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.2%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 9.6%
Experience the epic conclusion of Toaplan's legendary shooter series with Batsugun including the lauded Special version! Choose your favorite character and spaceship in this thrilling genre-defining bullet-hell action. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Arcade 11.4%, Old School 7.1%, Score Attack 5.9%
Battle a never ending swarm of enemies, but be sure to surrender before you die...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Shooter 9.3%, Score Attack 9%
A fantasy based arcade shooter set in World War 2 with frantic bullet hell shooter style gameplay and a bullet time slo motion mechanic. Take on the enemy forces solo or with a friend either in local co-op or online with STEAM's remote play together.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 10.6%, Old School 7.7%