60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Bullet Hell, Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Arcade.
A vertical shooter with post-apocalyptic storytelling and semi-realistic visuals, where four unlikely pilots fight against a technobiological organization to rekindle hope for humanity.
Zannon
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.
Strelitzia
An arcade style bullet-hell shoot 'em up where you'll have to dodge thousands of bullets.
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: Bullet Hell 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 24.4%, Arcade 10%, Sci-fi 4.8%
An arcade style bullet-hell shoot 'em up where you'll have to dodge thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Arcade 12.5%, Action 4.6%
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 20.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Arcade 8.7%, Sci-fi 5.9%
Popular vertically scrolling shoot'em up game Shikhondo is back and powered up! One day, the soul-starved Youkai escape from the depths of hell. Now, the story of the Grim Reaper and the girl who has fallen into this land begins!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 24%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Arcade 12.5%, Anime 6.9%
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 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Bullet Hell 20%, Arcade 10.6%, Local Co-Op 5%
Sparks flare around the man all five sisters wish to claim. Introducing the new vertical scrolling shooter game!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.7%, Bullet Hell 33.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, Arcade 11.8%, Action 4.5%
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: Top-Down Shooter 27.9%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Arcade 7.7%, Local Co-Op 7.1%
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: Bullet Hell 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Arcade 14.8%, Action 5.9%
4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Top-Down Shooter 24.5%, Arcade 9.4%, Sci-fi 4%
Warding Witches offers a classic, unapologetic bullet hell shoot ‘em up challenge while also putting defense into players’ hands. Experience an adrenaline-filled flow alternating between attacking, defending and dodging, amplified by an intuitive scoring system that weaves into gameplay seamlessly.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Bullet Hell 30.1%, Arcade 13%, Local Co-Op 6.4%, Anime 5.7%
Set off on a journey to an autumnal paradise in this bountiful Touhou vertical Bullethell Shmup fan game made by overseas fans!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Arcade 9%, Anime 5.8%
The Saikyo-style system, trusted by players from casual gamers to hardcore enthusiasts, now features a new three-stage charge shot enhancement system, significantly boosting strategic depth. If you haven't played it yet, we urge you to give it a try.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Arcade 12.1%, Action 6.5%
From The Dust is a fun and dynamic shoot'em up action game! Requiring reflexes and motor coordination. Fight steampunk machines to save your village. Can you complete this challenge?
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Post-apocalyptic 13.2%, Arcade 7.9%
It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.8%, Top-Down Shooter 27.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Arcade 11.9%, Action 4.6%
A mysterious midsummer downpour has caused Gensokyo's lakes and rivers to spill over. Not only that, but youkai and phantoms inhabiting those bodies of water have become unnaturally ferocious. Venture off on an adventure into the deep skies to find the cause of this classic rain-themed incident.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Arcade 14.2%, Anime 6.6%
The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Arcade 7.8%, Action 4.7%
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 28.7%, Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Arcade 9.1%, Anime 5.2%
Shin Sophstar is a high-voltage remix built for speed and scoring. With 25+ ship variants, mid-run ship switching, and an aggressive, deeply layered scoring system, it delivers a faster, sharper arcade experience for all skill levels.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Arcade 11.7%, Sci-fi 4.7%
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: Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Arcade 8.9%, Sci-fi 4.1%
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 26.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, Co-op 8.4%
The second installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooters, following the 1993 Best Shooting Game award winner “Sengoku Ace”.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Arcade 12.5%, Anime 6.7%
Peer beyond the veil and experience the ethereal in The Ghost and The Phoenix, a captivating neo-classical top-down shooter. Navigate the realms between life and death in this supernatural action-packed adventure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Top-Down Shooter 25.5%, Action-Adventure 10.4%, Post-apocalyptic 9.6%, Bullet Hell 7.4%
Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Post-apocalyptic 14.9%, Arcade 8.9%
A bullet-hell dungeon game where you use colored gems to match the enemy in order to deal damage. Each enemy type has a unique attack style. Shoot and Dodge as you search for the evil toilet snake which lies deep within the dungeon.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Top-Down Shooter 27.1%, Action 5%, 2D 4.6%
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 25%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Arcade 10.8%, Local Co-Op 10.1%
Soar sky-high in Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX, an electrifying entry in the classic arcade shoot-‘em-up series! Customize your music, wallpapers, game mode, and more before launching into high-octane aerial action!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Arcade 10.8%, Sci-fi 5.1%
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: Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Arcade 8.2%, Anime 6.3%
Hit the road for explosive bullet hell action through a post-apocalyptic wasteland!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Arcade 8.4%, Sci-fi 7%
Shoot, slash and weave through bullets and enemies in this story-driven arcade shooter. The RADON Daughters have launched their ultimate weapon. Take control of the experimental gunship HALCYON and break out of the CAGE.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Bullet Hell 19%, Post-apocalyptic 14.2%, Arcade 8.5%
Arcade-style bullet hell action! 3 ships, 5 special weapons, and screen-clearing bombs. Conquer 5 intense stages with dynamic difficulty—then compete for high scores on online leaderboards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.8%, Bullet Hell 29.1%, Arcade 13.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10.4%, Action 4.5%
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 35.1%, Bullet Hell 23.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Arcade 9.5%, Local Co-Op 7.1%
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.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Arcade 10.3%, Sci-fi 4.6%
A top‑down arcade shooter with WWII‑inspired aircraft. Fight Solo or 2‑player Co‑op with your friends. Shoot through waves of enemy planes, dodge bullets, and master each Pacific theatre mission. Make it back safe to the carrier!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Arcade 11.3%, Action 6.5%
A sequel that isn’t afraid to be different. EXZEAL is the followup to TRIZEAL Remix, but it’s much more than a simple rehash. Choose between multiple ships and specialize in each one’s weapon system. Will you focus on shooting, shot charging, or close-range attacks? In EXZEAL, it’s your choice.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Arcade 9.3%, Sci-fi 6.3%
Gensokyo suddenly plunged into a huge miasma of toxic fog, and the lands are now gloomy and lifeless. The source of these strange phenomena is the Nameless Hill, a forgotten land of sin. It's a danmaku experience full of poisons and suffocation. That means, this is a shooting game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Top-Down Shooter 29.6%, Action 6%, Singleplayer 0.4%
Unexpected Sequence is a game inspired by classic bullet hell titles, aiming to keep the original feel and some of the difficulty. Customize your ship and fight your way back to humanity through hordes of enemies and unique bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Local Co-Op 9.4%, Arcade 9.4%
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 31.1%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Top-Down Shooter 26.3%, Arcade 8.7%, Action 3.8%
Gunvein is a dynamic, aggression-based bullet hell shoot em up where you use lock on lasers, charged weapons, bombs & hypers to overwhelm the enemies before they overwhelm you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.2%, Bullet Hell 29.4%, Arcade 13.3%, Action 6%, Sci-fi 5.8%
Do you have what it takes to beat two games at the same time? Prove your skills by controlling two ships simultaneously or join forces with a friend to overcome the challenge of this stylish Shoot'Em Up.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Arcade 8.6%, Local Co-Op 6.5%
Break Through! The 360-Degree Encirclement! All-Directional Scrolling STG Arrives Four Years Since the Previous Title—Evolved Zero Gunner Stay Tuned!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Arcade 13.1%, Action 6.8%
Touhou-like 2D shooting!!! Chubby protagonist!! Orthodox and easy to understand operation!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Action 4.9%, 2D 4.2%
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 33.7%, Top-Down Shooter 26.9%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, 2D 4.6%, Action 4.5%
A simple and fun space shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Top-Down Shooter 26%, Arcade 8.4%, Action 4.1%
1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, Arcade 15.3%, Action 8.3%
Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Bullet Hell 25%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Arcade 14.6%, Action 7.2%
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 31.7%, Top-Down Shooter 26.8%, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Arcade 8%, 2D 4.2%
Survive relentless waves in a fast-paced top-down bullet hell shooter. Chain combos, dodge chaos, and master skill-based combat where every second matters.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Top-Down Shooter 24.2%, Arcade 8.4%, Action 5.2%
Team up with the world’s biggest goblin on his quest for gold and be a total Christmas bastard.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Top-Down Shooter 24.4%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Arcade 10%, Co-op 8%
"Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Bullet Hell 27%, Top-Down Shooter 25.9%, Arcade 8%, Action 3.7%
Vertical scrolling bullet-hell 2D shooting game! Dodge and defeat the diverse magical attacks unleashed by the charming fox girl! All 4 stages + EX planned.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Anime 5.1%, Action 4.7%
Escape from a tyrant government and save the planet Shambala. Be the resistance! Starexcess is a retro-looking vertical shoot 'em up inspired by the 16-bit era. Take on enemy armies and dodge frenetic shots in this shoot 'em up for one or two players in a local ofline co-op.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, Co-op 7.4%
Multiple goals. Multiple routes. Multiple endings. Complete missions to unlock new paths in a branching stage layout. As soon as you dip your toes in, you'll find yourself sucked deeper and deeper into this bottomless quagmire of a shmup.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Bullet Hell 27.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Arcade 12.8%, Action 5.6%
ISPELL is a shoot'em up & bullet hell game where you take on the role of a nameless android who wanders through the dying worlds. Use various weapons and dodge enemy bullets, as well as challenge powerful creatures.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Post-apocalyptic 14%, Arcade 8.3%
XMinutes: Wings is a arcade shoot-em-up that will test your reflexes by placing you against hordes of increasingly harder enemies. Upgrade your ship on your way to the highscore!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.1%, Bullet Hell 28.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Action 8.5%, Adventure 7.5%
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 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Arcade 9.1%, Sci-fi 5.9%
For the very first time, highly acclaimed Japanese Arcade Shoot’em Ups - VASARA (2000) and VASARA 2 (2001) - are made available to the whole world via this package: VASARA COLLECTION!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21.6%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Arcade 8.3%, Anime 7.7%
Prove yourself and earn your wings in the Exphelius Championships - a reckless bloodsport of vehicular mayhem across the galaxy Exphelius. Win matches across multiple game modes to earn cash and new parts, upgrade your ships or buy new ones, and claim your way to the top.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 22.4%, Arcade 10.3%, Sci-fi 6.6%
Nebula Warrior is a fast-paced arcade space shooter, a 15–20 minute action-driven experience designed like a high-intensity road trip through space. It evolves from a classic top-down shooter into a full 3D jet-style space combat, blending nostalgia with modern intensity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Arcade 12.4%, Post-apocalyptic 8.1%
Variator is a new 2.5D shoot 'em up that's all about blowing up enemies and grazing bullets! Playable both as a fun blaster and as an advanced high-scoring game, the game features approachable difficulty and scoring mechanics that are easy to understand yet reveal more depth the more you play.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Arcade 11.2%, Co-op 7.9%
