- #1 Sky Force Reloaded
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 .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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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%