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Games Like Astro Fighters

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

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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.

Reviews: Positive — 94% — of 31 reviews
Released: 2025-03-28
Developer: Paul Connor
Genres: Action
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchVery Positive93% of 2,659 reviews2017
    Dev: Infinite Dreams
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    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 20.7%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 7.8%, Local Co-Op 6.8%

  2. #2 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    96% 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 26.6%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.8%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 6.3%

  3. #3 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
    95% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Shooter 9.1%, Space 8%

  4. #4 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 18.7%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Space 10.3%, Shooter 10.3%

  5. #5 Metis One
    94% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2018
    Dev: Actuator GamesPub: Actuator Games LLC
    Windows

    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 19.2%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Shooter 7.9%, Arcade 6.6%

  6. #6 Arcade Forever
    93% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: KOD7
    Windows

    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 21.6%, Bullet Hell 19%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Shooter 11.6%, Space 8.2%

  7. #7 Project AionIX
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AionBlaze Studio
    Windows

    Blast through waves of alien enemies in Project AionIX! Master your piloting skills, dodge, and survive in this fast-paced space shooter!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Shooter 10.9%, Old School 6.8%

  8. #8 Space Waves
    92% 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 19.9%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 9.5%

  9. #9 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows

    Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 8.3%, Space 7.6%

  10. #10 Never Not Shooting
    91% 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 21.6%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Arcade 8.7%, Shooter 8.3%, Top-Down 5.9%

  11. #11 Meteor Storm
    90% 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 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9.2%, Old School 7.8%

  12. #12 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
    89% matchVery Positive97% of 357 reviews2021
    Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    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 27.7%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Arcade 11.4%, Top-Down Shooter 10.8%, Shooter 10.2%

  13. #13 Laser Droplets
    89% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Arcade 12.9%, Top-Down Shooter 12.2%, Shooter 6.8%

  14. #14 Asteroids
    86% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: Play Asteroids
    Windows

    Another version of the classic Asteroids game

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Shooter 12.7%, Arcade 11.5%, Old School 7.7%

  15. #15 1x! Space Adventure
    86% 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 22.7%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Shooter 13%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 12.2%

  16. #16 Psyvariar 3
    88% matchNo user 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 25.8%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 7.7%

  17. #17 Proto Trigger
    87% 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 24.1%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Top-Down Shooter 13.2%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Shooter 7.5%

  18. #18 Warcat Parade
    84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Hefka Games
    Windows · Linux

    Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Top-Down Shooter 10.5%, Score Attack 8.9%, Arcade 8.4%

  19. #19 Atomic Guardians
    85% 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 20.6%, Bullet Hell 18%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 9.4%, Old School 8.5%

  20. #20 STARR RINGER
    84% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Sterling McKay
    Windows

    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 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 12.5%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9.3%

  21. #21 ShapeNeon Chaos
    83% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2021
    Dev: Beni Games
    Windows

    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 18.7%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 8.4%, Score Attack 7.5%

  22. #22 Orbital Siege
    82% 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 23.3%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Arcade 10.2%, Old School 10.1%, Shooter 8.3%

  23. #23 Asteroidia
    79% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Duk Studios
    Windows

    A simple and fun space shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 6.8%

  24. #24 Akka Arrh
    80% matchVery Positive84% of 64 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 20.6%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.2%

  25. #25 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
    82% 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 20.2%, Bullet Hell 18%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 9.5%

  26. #26 The Art Of Flight
    78% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2025
    Dev: Et Al GamesPub: Page To Pixel Publishing LLC
    Windows

    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%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 9.2%, Local Co-Op 8.5%

  27. #27 Zannon
    79% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Arcade 9.4%, Top-Down 7%

  28. #28 Orchid Glitter
    81% 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 28%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Score Attack 6.8%, Shooter 6.4%

  29. #29 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
    77% 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 24.2%, Shooter 11.8%, Bullet Hell 10.8%, Space 9.6%, Top-Down 9.4%

  30. #30 4D:XD
    78% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Bullet Hell 23.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 8.4%

  31. #31 Exorush
    81% 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 20.5%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 12.6%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 10.6%

  32. #32 Asteroids: Recharged
    77% 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 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 8.8%, Space 7.6%

  33. #33 Sky Force Anniversary
    76% matchVery Positive92% of 2,138 reviews2015
    Dev: Infinite Dreams
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    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 31.8%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 11%, Arcade 8%, Local Co-Op 5.9%

  34. #34 Sophstar
    75% matchVery Positive100% of 102 reviews2022
    Dev: Banana Bytes
    Windows

    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 19.8%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Shooter 7.5%, Arcade 6.9%

  35. #35 Space Maxwell: Arcade
    76% 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 22.3%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 8.6%

  36. #36 Crisis Wing
    73% matchVery Positive90% of 89 reviews2020
    Dev: Pieslice Productions
    Windows · Mac

    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 21.8%, Bullet Hell 17%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Shooter 8.3%, Arcade 7%

  37. #37 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    72% 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 26.7%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 9.9%, Top-Down 7.7%

  38. #38 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
    73% 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 28.4%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 7.4%

  39. #39 Gamma Zero
    71% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2025
    Dev: Sinclair Gurny
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 24.2%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Old School 9.9%, Arcade 7.9%

  40. #40 Royal Odyssey
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lion Crest Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 19.9%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Top-Down 7.9%, Space 7.9%

  41. #41 Rysen
    73% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
    Dev: nkmr appworks
    Windows

    An old arcade style 2d shmup.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shooter 13%, Arcade 9.9%, Top-Down 8.5%

  42. #42 Xenoraid: The First Space War
    72% matchVery Positive87% of 140 reviews2016
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    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%, Bullet Hell 10.6%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 8.2%, Space 7.6%

  43. #43 Pangaroids
    71% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2022
    Dev: Adam Wozniak
    Windows · Mac

    Destroy the deadly bouncing orbs for the highest score in this Pang meets Asteroids arcade blaster.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 7.3%

  44. #44 SOLSTORM
    74% 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 20.7%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 8.2%

  45. #45 Crucible
    70% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Shooter 10.9%, Top-Down 8.5%

  46. #46 Crush The Rebellion!
    74% matchNo user reviews
    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: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 10.1%

  47. #47 Eagles of World War 2
    68% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    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 20%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 10.6%, Old School 7.7%

  48. #48 Alien Space Bastards
    69% 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 21%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Top-Down Shooter 14.2%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 9.6%

  49. #49 Batsugun
    67% matchVery Positive97% of 105 reviews2024
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 28.9%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Arcade 11.4%, Old School 7.1%, Score Attack 5.9%

  50. #50 Always Surrender
    67% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: The Covert Sheep Example
    Windows

    Battle a never ending swarm of enemies, but be sure to surrender before you die...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Shooter 9.2%, Score Attack 9%

  51. #51 Starfighter Neon
    71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: MadeOfDinosaurs
    Windows · Mac

    You've been dropped into enemy space. Weave your Starfighter between alien spaceships, lasers, asteroids and bombs destroying as many as you can and collecting valuable coins and powerups as you go.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.2%, Shooter 8.3%, Arcade 7.3%

  52. #52 Spinner Invaders
    70% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Wobi Games
    Windows

    Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from The General by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shooter 9.8%, Space 8%, Arcade 8%

  53. #53 Exo-Calibre
    67% 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 30.8%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shooter 11.1%, Top-Down 6.8%

  54. #54 Vostok 2061
    69% matchMostly Positive67% of 57 reviews2022
    Dev: DYV's Game
    Windows

    Vostok 2061 is a modern-graphics vertical scroll shooter. Gorgeous alien worlds, spaceships, and bosses. Explore mysteries as you listen to a great soundtrack!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 13.3%, Shooter 8.7%, War 7.9%

  55. #55 Fiery Rivaz
    68% 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 27%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shooter 14.4%, Top-Down 8.1%, Space 8%

  56. #56 The War Enders: First Strike
    66% 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 21.9%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 8.5%, Shooter 8.2%

  57. #57 Red Blaster
    66% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: Red Blaster Games
    Windows

    Blast your way through increasing waves of enemies in this fast-paced top-down action-arcade shoot 'em-up while unlocking new levels, weapon upgrades and harder enemy types as you make progress in RED BLASTER!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 8.9%, Top-Down 6.9%

  58. #58 Battle AirForce
    65% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 7.2%

  59. #59 Cosmo Chaser
    69% 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 26.2%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Space 9.8%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 8%

  60. #60 GunBird
    64% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
    Windows

    The second installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooters, following the 1993 Best Shooting Game award winner “Sengoku Ace”.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 11.2%

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