Games Like Barback

In this arcade style shoot em up that lets you earn more punishing difficulties, you are Sylvester, a hero pilot in his glory days turned space janitor on a space station. After an attack on said post, it is up to him to retrieve the fabled Fang Shards. Turn your Beast Mode on, you're going to need it.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.2%, Action 24.6%, Arcade 20.2%, 2D 7.7%, Indie 6.3%

Super Chain Crusher Horizon is the largest, longest, most incredible PC shooting game in history with a two-player mode that is revolutionary. And, it’s loaded with game modes that solve the problems had by most shoot ‘em ups.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.7%, Arcade 24.8%, Action 13.2%, 2D 8.9%, Indie 3.4%

Take command of an orbiting defense satellite in this action-packed planetary defense shooter. Blast away at waves of incoming asteroids and crafty aliens before they destroy your planet. Scavenge powerful weapons from vanquished alien ships and turn them against your foes. How long can you survive?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.1%, Arcade 18%, Action 16%, Old School 14.5%, 2D 6.3%

Featuring six levels of intense shooting action, Tiamat X is a rip-snortin tribute to the side-scrolling space shooters of yesteryear, and would be right at home blazing away on the screen of a booming, beer-stained arcade cabinet.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.1%, Action 25.4%, Arcade 25%, Indie 5.5%

Two classic games collide to create one amazing experience you can always just pick up and play. Enjoy Endless levels and see how high of a score you can get.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.6%, Action 19.9%, Arcade 18%, Old School 15.2%, 2D 5.2%

Chronoblast Maximum Force is a fast paced bullet shooter inspired by arcade classics. Keep your finger on the trigger at all times in this challenging arcade game.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.4%, Action 28.3%, Arcade 19.4%, 2D 7.6%, Indie 7.2%

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 42.8%, Arcade 21.8%, Old School 14%, Action 12.4%, 2D 7.9%

Nandeyanen!? – The 1st Sûtra is a horizontal 2D shoot’em up that introduces gameplay mechanics such as bullet counter and blast pods. The player takes the role of Tenguman, a long-nosed goblin who wakes up after a thousand year sleep to see the world overrun by an army of mythical pranksters.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.5%, Action 26.8%, Arcade 17.2%, 2D 8%, Indie 6.5%

Horizon Shift is an explosive wave based single screen shooter with a ton of new ideas and platformer elements. Do what it takes to protect your horizon from the ever encroaching enemy attack!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.8%, Action 34.7%, Arcade 20.8%, Indie 7.8%

A fast paced shoot-em-up featuring modern military aircraft. Choose one of the eight fighter aircraft and take the battle to the skies throughout nine action-packed stages each with their own end-level special boss.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 63.9%, Arcade 17.1%, Action 15.1%, Indie 3.9%

Experience Toaplan's arcade shooter Flying Shark (AKA Sky Shark) on PC with the latest quality-of-life features. Ride through the skies as they burn in a rain of armor-piercing bullets! You have been chosen for the mission. Because you are the best pilot there is!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.1%, Arcade 24.7%, Action 24%, 2D 7.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%

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: Action 45.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 39.2%, Arcade 14.9%

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 49.2%, Action 33.6%, Arcade 17.1%

Artificial intelligence threatens the galaxy. Buckle up and fight computing power with the only power that counts: FIREPOWER! Experience Toaplan's brain-melting Slap Fight (AKA Alcon) with its gauge-based power-ups and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with the latest features!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.7%, Arcade 24.5%, Action 24.4%, 2D 7.6%, Singleplayer 1.7%

“SHOCK TROOPERS ”, the fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game released exclusively on NEOGEO MVS in 1997, returns to the battlefield on Steam!Progress through the battlefield, choosing the best routes and strategy!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Action 29.5%, Arcade 28.7%, 2D 9.1%

Are you ready to aid Era-bus in its relentless quest for vengeance and consume everything in your path? Defeat the Hu-bon empire in this unique SHMUP/STG experience!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.8%, Arcade 21.6%, Action 18.1%, 2D 7.2%, Indie 3.6%

The feeling of 90's arcade shooter will come again !! Arcade-like side scroll shooter of 7 stages in all!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54%, Action 24%, Arcade 9.6%, 2D 6.6%, Indie 5.8%

Now you can select your control style in 3 different ways!. 6 different upgradeable space interceptors, 9 different weapons. You can supply in your carrier and upgrade her defenses. Shoot enemies down. That's all.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.5%, Action 35.1%, Arcade 19.5%, Indie 9%

"Boing" redefines retro space shooters with its potent weaponry. Defend, attack, and level up as you twist through challenges. Endless fun for all!

Why similar: Arcade 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Action 18.3%, Old School 15.5%, 2D 9.3%

A synthetic race has come to your planet to steal your technology, And you have to fight them off. Fight off the Tecroroid invasion as they sent wave after wave of enemies to the planet.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.8%, Arcade 23.5%, Action 16.9%, 2D 8.4%, Indie 2.9%

You play as a young boy who dreams of being a famous astronaut who discovers alien worlds and life. One hot summer day, you fall asleep and into a terrifying dream made up of your worst childhood fears. Can you survive this nightmare of asteroids, space spiders, deadly skulls & more?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.5%, Old School 21%, Arcade 19.8%, Action 13.8%, 2D 7%

In the far distant future, an epic war for survival takes place... Deep within the Andromeda galaxy, the people of Zile grow restless and greedy. The Zilions secretly prepare for a massive strike against the nearby planet Ytima. Fearing such an attack, the Ytimians train an elite squad of "Stargunners.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.4%, Action 29.7%, Arcade 16%

In this 2D arcade game, your body is the weapon. Shoot the tri out of yourself and recall it back to you to take out a constant onslaught of rogue polygons. Unlock all the tri modifiers and get as high of a score as possible!

Why similar: Action 36.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.3%, Arcade 20.1%, Indie 9.3%

HORGIHUGH is a horizontal side-scrolling shoot 'em up from Japanese developer PiXEL featuring vibrant retro graphics, intense boss battles, a unique power-up system, and an adorable roster of anthropomorphic characters.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46%, Action 30.6%, Arcade 20.5%, Indie 2.9%

Introducing FixEight, Toaplan's thrilling vertical run-and-gun game featuring eight peerless warriors with cutting-edge weapons. Embark on an exhilarating cosmic escapade with up to three players at once. Now on PC with modern extras!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.8%, Arcade 21.6%, Old School 14.9%, Action 12.8%, 2D 7.8%

Infinite Shooter is a top down arcade shooting game, also known as a "Shmup", with the emphasis squarely on the action. With no story in the way of your fun, simply choose an opponent and take them down to earn powerful weapons, upgrades, ships, and power-ups!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.4%, Action 24.7%, Arcade 19.3%, Indie 6.6%

Zamarian is a fast-paced shoot 'em up classic arcade action game brought to you in an exciting, colorful, and challenging new way!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.8%, Action 31%, Arcade 24.2%, Indie 7%

You are Vakimoh. They are the Venkazoids. Fight for your life in this quick and brutal arcade-style shooter. Can you escape your cage?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.1%, Arcade 20.5%, Action 18.2%, Old School 15.2%, Indie 1.7%

Zeroptian Invasion is a classic shoot 'em up with mechanics from other arcades of the 80’s. Travel back in time with this unique pixilated experience with an incredible soundtrack in chiptune.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.4%, Action 31.3%, Arcade 22.1%, Indie 8.3%

Vektor Z brings fast and furious retro space blasting action to Steam! Blast your way through endless waves of asteroids and enemies to write your name among the stars! Vektor Z offers a rogue-like arcade action game where you'll improve your progress every time you play!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Action 21.2%, Arcade 21.1%, Old School 15.2%, 2D 6.4%

Uncover the magic of Indian mythology, unique power-ups, and an enchanting soundtrack in this electrifying space showdown. Toaplan's vertical co-op shooter Vimana debuts on PC, offering accessible, action-packed gameplay and modern enhancements!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.4%, Arcade 20.2%, Old School 18.8%, Action 17.8%, 2D 6.7%

Love retro shooters? Firebird is a blend of some of our teams favourite games from the space invasion genre. Battle aliens, giant space birds, tractor beams, air burst weapons, robot terrorists and massive motherships in a fight for domination.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37%, Action 30.1%, Arcade 18.2%, Indie 7.7%, 2D 7%

The arcade shoot 'em up where getting angry is just a game mechanic.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.9%, Action 26.3%, Arcade 24.7%, 2D 7.3%, Indie 2.2%

Hyper Bounce Blast is a stomach-churning retro shooter blended with classic platforming action. Bounce, shoot and dodge to survive the ever-increasing enemy attack. Bring it on!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.2%, Action 30.8%, Arcade 20.6%, Indie 7.4%

Star Razer is a shooter game inspired by the Vectrex game Asteroids, with a hint of Geometry Wars. You must face successive waves of enemies and achieve the highest score (online). The game is exclusively played with mouse and keyboard (for now).

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.1%, Action 25.6%, Arcade 23.8%, 2D 7.7%, Singleplayer 1.8%

Pirate's Peril is an arcade shooter themed in the world of pirates on the open sea!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.2%, Action 26.8%, Arcade 24.9%, 2D 7.3%, Singleplayer 1.9%

An 8-bit style vertical SHMUP (very loosely) based on the writings of H.P. Lovecraft.

Why similar: Old School 28.4%, Arcade 28.1%, Action 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, 2D 6.3%

Defeat 7 bosses in this radial Shoot 'em up game to obtain full power of color spectre and defeat hidden evil.

Why similar: Action 32.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Arcade 17%, Indie 8.4%, 2D 7.7%

Retro space shoot'em up with nice AI, physics, story and RPG elements.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 61.5%, Action 38.5%

Collect loot. Kill Monsters. Do it Quickly. Oh...and DON'T DIE! Quickly navigate your character through a series of levels filled with monsters trying to take you down. Unlock class-specific power-ups, minions, and other bonuses to help you on your quest.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 60.5%, Action 39.5%

Two classic Wonderswan games, now on PC! Battle the mysterious Judges in Judgement Silversword. Cardinal Sins is a score trial marathon, based on the theme of the Seven Deadly Sins. Will you face Judgement?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.7%, Action 45.3%

Create your own bosses to battle in this arcade action and adventure. Yep, there is a story as well as pure action modes for those who want to blast things. Explore worlds while you upgrade your tech and improve your base. Make new friends, adopt pets and even fly a kite.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.6%, Action 23.1%, Arcade 18.1%, 2D 7.2%, Indie 4.6%

In the not-so-distant future, the calamity of World War III led to eventual world peace. But, it didn't last. Earth was invaded by alien marauders - the Kretons. Earth's united military force, still depleted after the mighty onslaught of WWIII, was not nearly sufficient to repel the numerous Kreton attacks.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 58.6%, Action 41.4%

Zenohell is a 90s inspired shoot-em'up (shmup) that is all about simple gameplay, just dodge, shoot, score, with vibrant pixel visuals and a kicking 28 track soundtrack, with lots of content to boot.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 58.4%, Action 41.6%

Fly the famed Platypus fighter through a fantastic landscape of carefully molded clay to protect inhabitants of Mungola from the Collosatropolians! Collect power-ups and bonus stars to give your Platypus the boost you need. Every level of this gorgeous arcade challenge bursts with original fun that's perfect for gamers of all ages.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 60.2%, Action 39.8%

Super Psy Penguin is a Cyber Penguin Hero Simulator in which you play a realistic Cyber Penguin, giving you the power to save the galaxy! The game is inspired by Parodius and Xenon-II and many other Shmups from our childhoods.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 53.8%, Arcade 23.3%, Action 16.6%, Indie 3.3%, Singleplayer 3%

Beekyr is a shooter game where you will lead a bee-fighter through 23 amazing levels in fields, dark forests, rivers and dangerous caves to avenge his queen and hive from the evil wasp queens and their soldiers… The vengeance will be served! Beekyr (Vanilla Edition)

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37%, Action 31.1%, Arcade 16.7%, Indie 7.7%, 2D 7.6%

C-RUSH is an old school Shooter, with HD graphics.A new threat is coming from the space; the plasma insects. Exterminate the vermin!!Beat your own score and compare it with the other players !Key Features:- One ship with different positions to use- Different Gameplay according to the positions and shoots- A Schmup where you need...

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 62.1%, Action 19.3%, Arcade 13.1%, Indie 5.6%

Enjoy fast paced action in this retro inspired arcade ShootEm Up Style game

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.2%, Arcade 24.2%, Old School 14.8%, Action 13.1%, 2D 3.4%

The sequel to the speed-and-destruction shmup "Raging Blasters" is here! It's called "Raging Blasters 2." This is an arcade-style vertical scrolling shmup in which players control a fighter jet and battle various enemies in outer space.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48%, Arcade 21.9%, Action 19.1%, 2D 8%, Indie 1.8%

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 35%, Action 21.8%, Arcade 21.6%, Old School 15.2%, 2D 5.5%

The alien invaders have launched their final offensive on an already crippled Terra. Only one brave pilot can turn the tide of war. Cyber Seraph is a boss focused vertical shoot 'em up with unlockable abilities.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 61.1%, Action 20%, 2D 13%, Indie 5.2%, Singleplayer 0.8%

In a world where humans are used as power supplies, only one man has the will to change it all! Iro Hero is a sci-fi adventure with beautiful pixel art graphics inspired by many old-school classics. Staged across 9 action-packed levels, Iro Hero features a unique and fresh four-color polarity system, with interactive elements, puzzles,...

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.2%, Action 21.8%, Arcade 20.3%, 2D 8%, Indie 5.6%

Incandescent is a fast paced action arcade game that scales the difficulty to your skill level. The goal is simple, pilot your ship and defend yourself against waves of unique enemies and bosses. Different powerups will drop to help you with upgrades to your weapons and health.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.7%, Action 27.5%, Arcade 15.9%, Indie 6.8%, 2D 6.1%

The original beautiful girl side-scrolling shooter is back! This work commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Cotton series.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.4%, Arcade 26.5%, Action 25%, Singleplayer 2.1%

"Battle Crust" is a 80's-90's arcade-style shooter. You make full use of "Charge shot" that is available by obtaining the item, And let's Complete all of the 6 stage!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 56.9%, Action 34.7%, Indie 8.4%