60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Retro, Arcade.
In this retro arcade hit, you control a laser gun and have to shoot asteroids, bombs and other objects to collect points and ensure your survival
ASTROSMASH
ASTROSMASH® was originally a Shoot´em up game for the Intellivision® console in 1981. This reimagined version is based on the game’s original theme and gameplay but much more exciting and challenging. The new graphics are phenomenal and the amazing background music adds a lot of excitement.
Cosmo Strike: Complete Edition
In the distant year of 2359, previously unknown alien forces have attacked Earth and its colonies. You are an agent on a special mission sent by the global senate to repel the attack and stop the alien forces.
ASTROSMASH® was originally a Shoot´em up game for the Intellivision® console in 1981. This reimagined version is based on the game’s original theme and gameplay but much more exciting and challenging. The new graphics are phenomenal and the amazing background music adds a lot of excitement.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Abstract 13.1%, Interactive Fiction 11.3%, PvP 9.9%, Shooter 8.8%
In the distant year of 2359, previously unknown alien forces have attacked Earth and its colonies. You are an agent on a special mission sent by the global senate to repel the attack and stop the alien forces.
Why similar: Space Sim 22% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, 1980s 12.3%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 9.4%
Again you are alone against the hordes of hostile spacecrafts where you can only rely on yourself. It is the victory or the death!
Why similar: Space Sim 22.6% ★, Space 14.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, 1980s 11.4%, Retro 9%
If you love retro games, this is for you! Get ready for some intense retro space shooting!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Space 11.8%, 1980s 11.7%, PvP 9%, Local Multiplayer 8.8%
Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, 1980s 17.8%, Arcade 16.3%, Shooter 13.6%, Space 8.9%
Viral Reload EX is a sci-fi shoot-em-up with a unique dash mechanic where you shrink down to fight infections at a microscopic scale! Can you defeat the evil Kyle Kaboom before he destroys the moon?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Local Multiplayer 14.7%, 1980s 14.4%, Retro 9.8%, Arcade 8.8%
Solo Defender is a fast-paced vertical space shooter where you battle waves of enemies, unlock upgrades with Gems, and face epic bosses—including a drone-spawning Mothership. One life, multiple planets, and a secret level await. No ads—just pure arcade action.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, 1980s 13.8%, Space 9.7%, Arcade 8.8%
Distant Space are present the arcade game of cosmic fights in arcade style of the 80's, this is a game where you can control the spaceship and forced to destroy extraterrestrials, which are moving in the certain order.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Space 15.5%, 1980s 14.5%, Arcade 11.2%, Retro 7.4%
Have You Been Waiting for a Modern Take on Classic Asteroid Shooters? 🚀 Your wait might just be over! Astro Busters brings you a fun space shooter with realistic physics, responsive controls and thrilling arcade action. Take on missions, upgrade your weapons, ships and fight solo or in multiplayer.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Space 14.3%, 1980s 13%, Arcade 10.3%, Shooter 10.2%
Ping Pong Space is a modern incarnation of the classic Pong game, set in space. Accept the challenge to defeat the AI robot and become the retro tennis champion of the galaxy!
Why similar: 1980s 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Local Multiplayer 14.1%, Retro 12.1%, PvP 10.5%
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 17.9%, Shooter 15.7%, Retro 13.8%, 1980s 12.5%, Arcade 11%
Alien Wall is a powerful genre mix between a brick breaker and ‘shoot em up’. Modern retro Arcade fun at its best!
Why similar: Space Sim 23.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Space 14.7%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 11.7%
Asteroid Blasters is a non-stop action space shooter. Inspired by Asteroids, this game will see you choose between 6 different ships each with their own characteristics and utilize a variety of weapon powerups to eradicate your enemies. Play 2 players to increase your chance of survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, 1980s 19.8%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 10.7%, Space 10%
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 27.3%, Shooter 13.7%, 1980s 12.3%, Arcade 12.2%, Space 11.3%
An arcade-style 2D top-down space shooter. Blow up space rocks and space pirates for as long as you can. You'll also need to maximize a delicately-balanced economy of resources. Keep trying to out-do yourself! Five boss ships will break in at various points to make life difficult.
Why similar: 1980s 27.3%, Space Sim 20.1% ★, Retro 13.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.7%, Arcade 10.5%
A retro space themed local multiplayer PvP game which prioritises skill over luck. Kill your friends, get better weapons, kill them more, repeat!
Why similar: 1980s 23.1%, Local Multiplayer 17%, PvP 12.2%, Space 12.1%, Retro 10.4%
Return to classic 80s shooters while fighting off the fast food horde in this retro space shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, 1980s 22.5%, Shooter 14.5%, Space 10.7%, Retro 9.8%
1982 is a FREE retro inspired blasta-thon that will test your gaming skills to the max.
Why similar: 1980s 22.4%, Retro 18.6%, Arcade 14.1%, Shooter 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%
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 27.4%, Retro 17.4%, 1980s 14.4%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 11.6%
Blast away in this pure retro-styled shooter and battle through tons of dangerous levels and manic boss fights.
Why similar: 1980s 26.8%, Retro 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Shooter 11.8%, Space 8.9%
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 30.4%, Retro 15.2%, 1980s 14.4%, Shooter 13%, Arcade 11%
With the VISCO Collection, you'll have the chance to relive the glory days of arcade gaming with these seven fantastic titles. Whether you're a fan of shooters, fighters, sports, or racing games, there's something here for everyone.
Why similar: 1980s 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Retro 10.4%, PvP 9.2%, Arcade 9.1%
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Shooter 12.4%, 1980s 10.5%, Retro 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 7.4%
Blast your way through waves of asteroids and UFOs in Arcade Classic Mode. Team up in 4-Player Co-Op, then battle friends in Deathmatch and Last Man Standing across 5 different battle maps. Chase those arcade highscores while keeping the nostalgia alive!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, 1980s 15.8%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.3%
Image Striker is a 2D vertical scroll shooting game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Shooter 14%, Retro 11.7%, 1980s 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
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 22.4%, 1980s 14.1%, Shooter 11.4%, Space 11.2%, Arcade 10.2%
Dash, dig, and blast mutants in this retro inspired arcade shooter that will test your twitch reflexes and path finding skills as you make your way from point A to point B.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Abstract 21.8%, 1980s 17.3%, Arcade 12.5%, Retro 8.6%
Save the world from Dinah's threat by defeating angels, demons, beasts, and aliens.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Local Multiplayer 12.8%, Shooter 12.7%, Retro 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
Gray goo is a short retro arcade shooter with lots of upgrades. This game is about destroying goo in space and saving the universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Space 15.7%, Retro 14.1%, 1980s 13.8%, Shooter 9.1%
Is there a gamepad lying around somewhere?!! Ready to play some real shooter games again? Grab the controller and become an APANO SYN PILOT to face the alien invasion. Connect up to four controllers and shoot until you drop. 100% survival chance on "Easy", low on "Impossible".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, 1980s 16.5%, Shooter 13.3%, Space 13.2%, Arcade 11.9%
Steer a futuristic spaceship through 50 action-packed levels! Fight against enemy fleets, use teleportation, dodge fireballs and defeat the mothership. Precision and skill are required to survive increasingly difficult waves. Are you ready?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Abstract 16.6%, 1980s 15.3%, Space 11.4%, Shooter 11.1%
Experience chaos in this remastered, hyper-stylized roguelite. As bounty hunter Black Paradox, travel through space to defeat the Hellraisers – now with enhanced pixel art, rebalanced gameplay, and an intense endless mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, 1980s 16.3%, Shooter 11.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.6%, Space 10.2%
Ping Pong Breakout combines Pong and Breakout, offering intense matches against AI or friends. Break blocks, score points, and utilize item boxes like Multiball to gain an edge. With 12 levels, it's a blend of classic arcade fun, now accessible via Steam's Remote Play.
Why similar: 1980s 18.6%, Local Multiplayer 17.8%, Arcade 16.9%, Retro 16.6%, PvP 11.3%
Modern, fast-paced, asteroid shooting frenzy!
Why similar: Space Sim 19.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Space 12.8%, Local Multiplayer 12.7%, Shooter 9.6%
Meteor Blasters is a non-stop action space shooter. Inspired by Asteroids, this game will see you choose between 6 different ships each with their own characteristics and utilize a variety of weapon powerups to eradicate the space rocks. Play 4 players Co-op or Versus Mode with friends.
Why similar: Space Sim 23.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, 1980s 16.6%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 9%
I.F.O is an old school LCD-style shoot'em up game. You have to shoot UFOs using a classic aircraft and save the animals which kidnapped by the aliens. Let's save the Earth from the aliens! You are the last hero of the world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, 1980s 21.2%, Shooter 13.7%, Retro 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
Synth Pong is an electrifying pong game with Synthwave theme that will transport you back to the 80s! This game combines classic pong elements with the nostalgic visual and soundtrack of Synthwave, creating a unique and immersive experience.
Why similar: 1980s 25.6%, Local Multiplayer 18.9%, Retro 14.9%, Arcade 14.5%, PvP 12.1%
MeteoStorm is an action packed retro shoot-em-up. MeteoStorm offers up to 25 challenging waves of exciting shoot-em-up action with 3 different difficulty levels!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, 1980s 20%, Arcade 14.5%, Space 11.6%, Action 9.1%
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 32.6%, Arcade 13.7%, Space 12.8%, Local Multiplayer 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
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 30.2%, Arcade 12.8%, 1980s 11.7%, Shooter 11.3%, Space 8.8%
Rogue asteroids have been detected heading toward earth. You are the pilot of experimental spacecrafts to destroy the impending danger. Fight solo or up to 4 players. Outerspace is full of lethal rocks and strange creatures out to stop you. Don't let your planet down!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 12.1%, Space 10.3%, Local Multiplayer 7.2%
The Zanac battle, which was supposed to have ended, was not over. To suppress the reactivated organic intelligence, Zanac takes flight once again!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, 1980s 17.7%, Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 14.2%, Action 8.7%
Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Arcade 13.7%, Shooter 13.6%, 1980s 13.4%, Action 8.5%
Dive into a 2D action game where you control a spaceship, defeat enemies and overcome deadly traps. Extend your arsenal by collecting new weapons and technologies for your ship that you will need to conquer four different dungeon-like worlds, all connected by an open space full of surprises.
Why similar: 1980s 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Abstract 12.9%, Space 12.2%, Retro 10.7%
A classic shoot 'em up with a modern edge. Galactic Plague throws you into a cosmic nightmare where survival means upgrading your ship, mastering legendary weapons, and battling the relentless Martian invasion. Are you ready to face the chaos?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 12.5%, Space 10.7%, 1980s 7.9%
A retro-style classic side-scrolling shoot ’em up. Fly Super Arcade Boy through 8 levels, blast enemy waves, grab power-ups, and take down bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, 1980s 16.7%, Retro 13.9%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 9.9%
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 22.4%, 1980s 19.3%, Space 12%, Arcade 11.1%, Shooter 10.1%
Take off on a classic arcade journey with Tiger-Heli, Toaplan's pioneering vertical shooter that set the stage for an entire genre. Now available on PC with a host of modern upgrades!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.9%, Arcade 16.4%, 1980s 14.2%, Retro 9%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
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 25.3%, 1980s 16.8%, Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 14.2%, Action 9.5%
Trigger-happy aliens are closing in! Only you can burn the invaders to a crisp with the ultimate starship: HELLFIRE! Discover Toaplan's first side-scrolling shooter, known for its stunning graphics and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with quality-of-life extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Arcade 15.4%, Retro 13.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.2%, Action 9%
Collection of small retro arcade games created by Fun Infused Games in a retro style. More games to be added in the future. Currently featuring the games Bounce Blitz, Haunting of Jerk Miners, Ultra Neon, and Ultra Aktion.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 21.9%, Retro 18.7%, Arcade 14.1%, Multiplayer 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
Zombies are attacking your record store! Throw classic albums and compact discs at the approaching horde. But hey, you're still on the clock, so get those records put away!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, 1980s 18.7%, Shooter 15%, Arcade 13.1%, Retro 8.6%
Blast bugs and chase high scores in this glorious revival of an old-school classic, all while jamming to a heart-pounding original score by Megan McDuffee. Play solo or tag in a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Abstract 16.7%, Retro 13.4%, Arcade 11.9%, Shooter 11.4%
Poop Rocket is a casual sci-fi 2D shooter game. Bomb your way through debris and aliens before the poop power meter runs out. Avoid the debris and aliens, or you'll take damage and die. The game is controlled with your keyboard. Use the arrows to navigate and the space bar to drop bombs.
Why similar: Space 22.4%, 1980s 19.1%, Arcade 12.9%, Shooter 11.5%, Action 10.5%
modernized old time classic alien shooter game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.7%, Space 18.2%, Abstract 15.9%, Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 11.8%
A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, 1980s 14.2%, PvP 12.5%, Space 10.8%, Arcade 10.4%
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 25.3%, Space 15.8%, Shooter 12.4%, Retro 10.6%, Arcade 9.6%
Cube Space is a minimalist arcade Shoot `em Up game set in space. You control a spaceship and your task is to score as many points as possible by destroying enemies and obstacles in your path.
Why similar: Space Sim 27.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Arcade 10.9%, Shooter 10.9%, Simulation 8.3%
Normal SHMUP is a strange shoot em' up game based around classic gameplay. Fight the enemies and regain control of the world again.
Why similar: Space Sim 22% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Abstract 16.6%, Space 8.6%, Arcade 8.5%
Terra Flame is a horizontal shmup inspired by the 90's. The feature is that you can switch between three types of weapons in real time.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Shooter 14.1%, Retro 11.6%, 1980s 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
