- #1 Meme Christmas
97% matchPositive92% of 48 reviews2024
Dev: Lohsoft
Windows
An incredible New Year's roguelike in the genre of Survival! Immerse yourself in the holiday atmosphere and hold out as long as possible from the hordes of Memes and defeat all the Bosses...
Why similar: Memes 23.7%, Comedy 12.6%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Action Roguelike 10.2%, Side Scroller 10.1%
- #2 R-Lyke: Reverse
96% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: Harlequynne Games
Windows
Side-scrolling, retro 2D shoot'em'up with rogue-lite elements. Survivors-style game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Roguelite 11.3%
- #3 Doot-Type
96% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: SolidFrogLLC
Windows
2D Side Scrolling Shoot Em Up action. Cinematic cut-scenes carry the story on a quest to locate Mother Gator's secret weapon. Unlockable cheats will mix-up the gameplay or enjoy a randomizer mode. Game includes commentary by the developer and musical composer on the process of making the game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Memes 13.4%, Shooter 8.9%
- #4 Featherless
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GamedevwithzoekPub: TZGames
Windows
You’re a duck. You’re armed. Everything wants you dead. Fair enough. Blast through hordes of enemies, discover ridiculous weapon combos, and grow stronger every run in this chaotic roguelike shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.8%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Roguelite 13.8%, Roguelike 13.7%, Comedy 9.6%
- #5 Elite Exorcist Miko
94% matchVery Positive96% of 108 reviews2024
Dev: tian nyaPub: holo Indie
Windows
A bullet hell shoot 'em up featuring hololive’s Sakura Miko! hololive has been possessed by evil spirits! Combine melee and ranged combat with a variety of items to fight your friends and set them free!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Roguelite 10.9%
- #6 Hellfish
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FromLefcourt
Windows · Linux
Hellfish is a classic side-scrolling shoot 'em up set deep in a corrupted ocean. Battle demonic sea creatures as The Pope using his holy submarine, and customize your righteous weapons in unique ways every time you play.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Roguelike 6.3%
- #7 Slime Mayhem
92% matchMostly Negative36% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Arafkan Studio
Windows
You were created by a few scientists for a suicide mission. How long can you survive by clearing mutant slimes?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Roguelite 13.9%, Roguelike 10%
- #8 只管战斗 Unorthodox game
91% matchMostly Positive75% of 28 reviews2023
Dev: Ran Tian Game
Windows
一款只管战斗的肉鸽
Why similar: Memes 19.7%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Roguelite 11.5%, Roguelike 9.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.6%
- #9 Zunius
91% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2019
Dev: COAF Research
Windows
Zunius - A Psychedelic Rogue-Like Bullet Hell. Beneath the stars, the moon and the infinite you will navigate this celestial journey as the mysterious traveller. Whom are you? Where are you? What is the nature of this universe? How can you possibly dodge all these bullets? Play this game to find out.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.8%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%, Roguelite 10.9%, Side Scroller 7.7%
- #10 Meme Survivors: Backrooms
89% matchPositive97% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Gemütlich Kayling
Windows · Mac
Meme hordes are attacking! Choose one of four heroes and survive 30 minutes in the hellish Bullet Hell Backrooms!
Why similar: Memes 21.9%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Action Roguelike 15.2%, Roguelite 12.8%, Comedy 10.7%
- #11 Tri-Star
90% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Stardust Smithy
Windows
Tri-Star is an endless horizontal-scrolling space shooter featuring Roguelike and Roguelite elements. Blast through waves of enemies and battle against arduous bosses. Form a squadron of three unique ships from an expanding roster and equip them with upgrades as you engage in a battle for survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Roguelike 9.6%
- #12 Soulvester VS Lil' Beezey
89% matchVery Positive96% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: Chaz CarterPub: MadeByChaz
Windows
Show Lil' Beezey who the boss of Winkletown is in this addictive and fast paced 2D action roguelite! Created from scratch in only 14 days and nominated for GDWC Game Jam GOTY, Soulvester comes to Steam for the first time, now with controller support and achievements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Action Roguelike 15.2%, Roguelite 12.5%
- #13 Gachi Defense
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lohsoft
Windows
Gachi Defense is a Base Building Survival Strategy game with wave defense and roguelite progression. Build structures, gather resources, and defend your base against endless waves of chaotic enemies...
Why similar: Memes 27.6%, Comedy 15.2%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Action Roguelike 12.6%, Funny 9.9%
- #14 HELLEVATORS
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kohl Meek
Windows
HELLEVATORS is a fast-paced action-roguelike where you jump, dash, slide, and BLAST your way through mobile arenas. Make friends with weirdos, amass mystical knick-knacks, and get frighteningly rich as you survive a series of 1-minute Hellevator rides on your commute to Heaven.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.3%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Roguelike 11.9%, Roguelite 10.8%
- #15 Starship Architect
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: InventState Studio
Windows
Starship Architect is a high-octane roguelike where every decision counts. Battle relentless enemies, choose from a dynamic arsenal of weapons and upgrades, and strategically assemble your ship. Unlock powerful new parts after each run and craft the perfect starship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Roguelite 13.7%, Roguelike 9.7%
- #16 Voidigo
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,893 reviews2023
Dev: semiwork
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 65%
A vividly animated action roguelite focused on boss hunting. Unleash an array of diverse weapons and powerups to combat the corruption of the Void.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Roguelite 10.2%, Roguelike 9.4%
- #17 COTTOn RockWithYou -ORIENTAL NIGHT DREAMS-
83% matchPositive96% of 24 reviews2026
Dev: Studio SaizensenPub: SUCCESS Corp.
Windows
Cotton, the magical girl shoot-'em-up heroine, is back once again! This time, the adventure leaves the Magical Kingdom behind and heads to Japan!? The original cute-girl side-scrolling shooter is back, bigger and better than ever!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Shooter 11.2%, Comedy 8.6%
- #18 HOUSE OF GOD
85% matchVery Positive87% of 55 reviews2020
Dev: Glass Revolver
Windows
As The House of God races towards heaven, Jack blasts their way to the conductor in this chaotic and fast-paced Rogue-Lite.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Roguelite 12.1%, Roguelike 11.4%
- #19 Hell is Other Demons
84% matchVery Positive93% of 338 reviews2019
Dev: Cuddle Monster Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Hell is Other Demons is an action-platform shooter, with Roguelite elements. Explore a sprawling, hand-crafted world full of demons, insanely over-the-top boss fights, and a heavy synthwave soundtrack.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.5%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Roguelite 11%, Side Scroller 10.1%
- #20 Bad Chicken
84% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Coquibyte Games
Windows
Bad Chicken is a retro styled sideway scrolling shoot-em-up inspired by the retro classics. It takes place in 8 locations in the Ferus system, each one with different challenges, and dangers.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Comedy 9.8%, Shooter 8.8%
- #21 GUNBUTCHER
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BOMBCAKE
Windows
Survive an alien invasion in 90 seconds with your loyal Rooster companion! Exterminate your enemies using powerful weapons and collect upgrade cards to boost your character!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.1%, Action Roguelike 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Roguelike 14.2%, Cartoony 8.1%
- #22 Space Slinger
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 8bitditsPub: D^2
Windows · Mac
Space Slinger is an arcade roguelike about a traveler and his recoil-packed gun where you shoot to move. Unlock unique weapons and broken builds as you conquer space one enemy at a time.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, Roguelite 12.3%, Roguelike 7.2%
- #23 DRONE ‘EM ALL
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Keep Up Games
Windows
DRONE ‘EM ALL is a cartoonish arcade rogue-like with a pinch of satire. Fly your drone, kill nasty Zorks, and free the invaded country of Braveland. Upgrade drones, eliminate mini-bosses, and explore the dramatic stories of residents.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Roguelite 12.2%, Roguelike 8.6%
- #24 PNR: Point of No return
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: COKIRI Works
Windows
Don't dodge. Break through. PNR: Point of No Return is a space opera roguelite where you charge into a storm of enemy fire, intercepting every shot while assembling a different build each sortie. Unlock battleships, equip devastating weapons, and wipe out the enemy fleet. Do you have what it takes?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Roguelite 13.7%, Shooter 9.7%
- #25 Boom Buddies
79% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Alice Games
Windows
Boom Buddies is a fixed-position bullet hell survival game where animal heroes face endless enemy waves, upgrade weapons through card choices, unlock new characters, and compete on global leaderboards.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.9%, Action Roguelike 20.1%, Roguelite 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.2%, Roguelike 8.1%
- #26 Wicked Little Witch 小小坏女巫
79% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2026
Dev: Aliu
Windows
A city witch lost in the woods, face enemies both familiar and strange. In this Action Roguelite, unlock new characters, collect spells, and build your own playstyle and uncover the truth.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.3%, Action Roguelike 19.5%, Roguelite 14.4%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Roguelike 9.5%
- #27 Tiny Pixels Vol. 1 - Ninpo Blast
80% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Jump on your hoverbike and blast off for unlimited ninja-themed bullet hell mayhem!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Roguelite 16.2%, Shooter 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
- #28 Brainrot Survivors
77% matchMostly Positive74% of 23 reviews2026
Dev: Ribba Games
Windows
Fight your way through the endless waves of newer-gen memes by using older memes as your weapons. How long can you keep defeating them until your own brain turns to mush?
Why similar: Memes 25%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Roguelike 11.4%, Action Roguelike 10.5%
- #29 DunJumb
78% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: JumbStuds
Windows
Whether you choose magic, swords, or both, make your way through the thousands of monsters attacking you! DunJumb is a colorful 2D medievial survivor game with roguelite elements, in which you create, buy and reinforce a combination of weapons against formidable enemies!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.8%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Roguelite 14%, Roguelike 12.7%
- #30 Skycadia
78% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2020
Dev: Studio Nisse LLC
Windows
Collect bounties on sky pirates in this chill pastel dogfight sim.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Roguelite 13%, Roguelike 9.4%
- #31 Gunboat God
74% matchVery Positive92% of 77 reviews2026
Dev: Janson RADPub: Fireshine Games
Windows
Become the all-powerful Gunboat God in this fluid shoot 'em up. Carve the waves as you stylishly fight hordes of monsters in hundreds of quick-fire missions. Transform your Gunboat and upgrade your weapons, skills and abilities to take on giant, challenging, multi-stage bosses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Cartoony 8.3%, Comedy 7.6%
- #32 Temples Vs Buildings
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Valhalla Pigz
Windows
Temples vs Buildings is a roguelike with shoot'em up elements. The player will control flying temples of many cultures and fight against a vast array of flying buildings.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Roguelike 8.3%, Side Scroller 7.8%
- #33 Putinist Slayer
76% matchVery Positive99% of 67 reviews2022
Dev: Bunker 22
Windows
Putinist Slayer is a fast-paced action about destroying putinists in deep space. Let loose in an infinite roguelike shoot’em up with sticky gameplay. Kill hordes, dodge, upgrade, eliminate bosses and reach new highest records! With memes from Ukraine.
Why similar: Memes 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Roguelike 9.5%
- #34 Drone Break
76% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: James H. Van der MeulenPub: Trash Vomit Studios
Windows
Run and Gun Roguelite where the goal is to upgrade each consecutive alien drone on death so the next can strive to become overpowered enough to escape the all consuming hive mind.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 19%, Roguelite 13.8%, Action Roguelike 11.7%, Shooter 8.3%
- #35 Loopback
75% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Cold Light Games
Windows · Mac
Loopback is an arcade-style scrolling shooter game where you will battle through waves of enemies, fight unique bosses, and build new weapons as you complete the loop.
Why similar: 8-bit Music 45.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Retro 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #36 Regular Spacecraft - Defending the Mothership
73% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Pixel
Windows
Defeat the enemies. Upgrade the spacecraft. Defend the mothership. Regular Spacecraft - Defending the Mothership is a shoot em'up game with roguelite elements.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, Roguelite 12.7%, Roguelike 9.6%
- #37 整活玩家 / Gimmick Survivors
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZC
Windows
A solo-developed, fast-paced roguelike survivor. Every choice is a step toward a game-changing build. Along the way, you'll encounter the bizarre: Hakimi's Spinosaurus Mode, a Husky's demolition obsession, the Teacher's Stare, a Lovebrain's Beautify filter, and more.
Why similar: Memes 18%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Roguelike 11.5%, Roguelite 10.8%
- #38 Jetboard Joust
74% matchVery Positive83% of 104 reviews2020
Dev: BitBull LtdPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Roguelite 12.1%
- #39 Kitty Combat
71% match7 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Lucius BraunsteinPub: Stefano_Gaming
Windows
Kitty Combat is a cozy cat survivorlike where you face off against hordes silly enemies! While doing so you'll level up and gain stats and items! See how long you can battle, or try to break the game with the limitless stat scaling! Along the way, unlock new playable characters, maps, and more!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Action Roguelike 18.7%, Roguelite 14%, Roguelike 13.6%
- #40 GIMMIKO
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SorryPoniko!Pub: CRITICAL REFLEX
Windows
Demons from the collective subconcious are leaking into reality. Save the world from the curse of the Jabberwock in this wacky dicebuilding twinstick action roguelite!
Why similar: Memes 20.6%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Comedy 10.6%, Cartoony 9.8%, Roguelite 9.4%
- #41 SWAPATTACK
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DevRogue
Windows
One input. Two arenas. One gun. Your clones move in perfect lockstep across a split screen, so a wall on either side stops you both and only the clone holding the gun can shoot. Throw it across the divider and keep the swarm off you.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.1%, Action Roguelike 24.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%, Roguelike 10.4%, Shooter 8.9%
- #42 Pets Survivors
70% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: Vergiu
Windows
Pets Survivors is a survival roguelike where you battle hordes of monsters and fight to stay alive until time runs out. Choose your pet, pick your favorite weapon, upgrade your abilities, and see how long you can survive!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Roguelite 13%, Roguelike 12.9%
- #43 Invaders Loop
70% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: hunterllama
Windows
In Invaders Loop, which combines classic arcade spirit with roguelite mechanics, survive relentless waves of enemies raining down from the depths of space, dodge bullets, equip yourself with various items from the market, and defeat epic bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Roguelite 16.3%, Roguelike 9.6%, Shooter 9%
- #44 Astral Blitz
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Spirit Forged Studios
Windows
Astral Blitz is a roguelite, twin stick shooter. Control your fighter ship and wreak devastation through the hordes of empire defenses. Create your own play style as you customize your ship to your needs, setting it up for brutal destruction, refined precision, or to become chaos incarnate!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Action Roguelike 20%, Roguelite 12.9%, Roguelike 8.2%
- #45 Dead on Delivery
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LabZeene GamesPub: Nuntius Games
Windows
Dead on Delivery is a fast-paced top-down action roguelite where you play as a pizza delivery driver in a zombie apocalypse, facing relentless hordes of the undead in intense arena combat while using improvised weapons and strategic abilities to create unique builds and survive each new run.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Action Roguelike 13.9%, Roguelike 10.9%, Roguelite 10.7%
- #46 Starr Mazer: DSP
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 271 reviews2016
Dev: Imagos SoftworksPub: Digital Tribe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The UNFP's been kicked in the teeth by a G'ell invasion force and their last and only hope is a planetary outpost and its fleet of experimental DSP MkI Forward Assault Fighters and anyone marshal enough to strap into one and forcefully accept some apologies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Dynamic Narration 14.7% ★, Side Scroller 11.3%, Roguelite 7%
- #47 Pamina VS Slimes
69% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2024
Dev: Rune Game Dev
Windows
Pamina VS Slimes is a fast-paced top-down arcade game where you defend your home from endless waves of slimes. Choose from 4 headpattable characters, master elemental strategies, and unleash powerful burst skills across 4 game modes. Get ready for non-stop action!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Bullet Hell 16%, Comedy 12.7%, Funny 8.6%, Shooter 8.1%
- #48 Origami Flight
72% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2019
Dev: Whalesoft Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Origami Flight is a sidescrolling 2D shoot' em up where you control a paper airplane with a simple but challenging mission: to save the Origami World. Now you must beat 6 different stages with tons of enemies in order to save the Tsuru from the evil Origami Fox.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Side Scroller 20.2%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Stylized 9.8%, Shooter 7.2%
- #49 Poly
69% matchVery Positive80% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: Joe RickwoodPub: Egg Carton Games
Windows · Mac
Simplistic roguelike shooter, Blast your way through countless enemies while earning powerful upgrades which turn you into a shape obliterating machine! 50+ upgrades with countless synergies and stacking effects!, Unique enemies which have unique abilities
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Action Roguelike 21.6%, Roguelike 11.8%, Shooter 10.1%
- #50 Boundary of Reason -Iris-
68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Guusuya
Windows
A 2D dark fantasy action roguelike where you battle endless hordes while managing your "Corruption Level." Play as Iris, a fallen knight seeking revenge. Master diverse weapons, execute perfect dodges, and sacrifice your sanity for devastating magic. Will you succumb to the pleasure?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Roguelite 16.4%, Roguelike 11.9%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
- #51 Celestia
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Devon Meyer
Windows
Celestia is a solo-developed indie game. An angelic bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you defeat enemies throughout the skies, and relax on a floating island with your companions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Bullet Hell 25.4%, Side Scroller 23.5%, Shooter 10.4%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
- #52 Freedom Squid Fighter
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VaragtP
Windows
Take control of a heavily armed squid and blast through destructible worlds in Freedom Squid Fighter. Soar through the air, tunnel through dirt and rock with powerful weaponry, and outmaneuver enemies across fully destructible landscapes.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.7%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Roguelike 10.7%, Roguelite 10.2%
- #53 Neptunia Shooter
68% matchVery Positive88% of 745 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 68.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Side Scroller 9.9%, Female Protagonist 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #54 PUTRID SHOT ULTRA
67% matchPositive100% of 48 reviews2022
Dev: Abhi Sundu
Windows
A chaotic shoot-em-up roguelite with magic spell casting. Defeat enemies with your gun! Stack tons of passive spells that trigger when you shoot while weaving your unique active spell in between. Blast your enemies with gunfire and magic spells while you dodge through the rubble.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Action Roguelike 15.5%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Bullet Hell 14%, Roguelite 11.8%
- #55 Librarian of Aquademia : The Forbidden Grimoire
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Shrimp0ster
Windows
An auto-2D side-scroller shoot'em up game that aims to be beginner-friendly for someone who has never experienced a shoot'em up bullet hell game before.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Side Scroller 24.7%, Female Protagonist 11%, Shooter 10.7%
- #56 BotNet
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: syffin
Windows
BotNet is a 2D bullet hell roguelike where you play as malware trying to infect the world. Collect powerful items along the way, discover synergies, and make your virus unstoppable.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Action Roguelike 19.7%, Roguelite 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #57 SYSTEMCRASH 92
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SETO
Windows
A side-scrolling survival roguelite — until you trigger Reality Shift and the arena unfolds into free 3D. Your weapon fires itself; you move, dash and decide. Every run rolls its own archetype, mutator and contract, and the threat scales to your level.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Roguelike 11.6%