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  1. #1 AQUA KITTY UDX
    97% matchVery Positive83% of 71 reviews2023
    Dev: TIKIPOD
    Windows

    AQUA KITTY UDX blasts onto PC in this enhanced Ultra Deluxe Edition including the epic Dreadnought game mode!

    Why similar: Cats 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Arcade 10.2%, Score Attack 7.2%

  2. #2 Victory Saber 2D
    96% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Zephyr Studio Limited
    Windows · Linux

    Victory Saber 2D is a horizontal scrolling shooter arcade video game with Locking-on shooting mechanic.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Mechs 25.5%, Shooter 15%, Side Scroller 14%, Space 8.8%

  3. #3 VARYZNEX
    96% matchPositive98% of 48 reviews2025
    Dev: zakichi
    Windows

    classical horizontal scroll 2D Shmup

    Why similar: Mechs 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Space 11.9%, Score Attack 11.2%

  4. #4 Astro Fighters 2178
    95% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Take to your ship to ensure the survival of humanity against an alien force determined to see you fail. Customize your ship with upgrades to raise your chance of success. Take a friend into battle to immediately become a stronger force and watch each others tail

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 12.3%, Space 10.6%

  5. #5 Yellow Trouble
    94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: DrearyWeary
    Windows · Mac

    Explore an island resort overrun by mysterious creatures that look like ducks in an 8-way water gun blasting romp with arcade shoot'em up and run & gun action RPG game modes!

    Why similar: Dog 25.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Arcade 8.7%, Score Attack 8.5%

  6. #6 LASERPITIUM
    94% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: THE REETEAM
    Windows

    Free the galaxy by destroying the EVA program and its artificial planet HELOS. In this 2D shoot'em up, take control of one of the three ships of your choice and go to the different planets to eliminate each threat. 1 or 2 Player coop.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Hand-drawn 14.5%, Arcade 11.3%, Action 8.6%

  7. #7 Cyber Mission
    93% matchPositive91% of 33 reviews2023
    Dev: Gamenergy studio
    Windows

    Shoot ’em up, with beautiful 2D pixel art, addictive shooter gameplay, classic levels and weapons that will let you perform a symphony of destruction of the alien base in the black eye galaxy.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Team-Based 15.1%, Local Multiplayer 14.3%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Co-op 11.3%

  8. #8 Jezebel: Givin' Love a Shot
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Voodoo Games
    Windows

    An old-school horizontal shoot 'em up, heavily inspired by the arcade classics of the 90's!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Shooter 12.3%, Cats 11.4%, Arcade 9.8%

  9. #9 Cycle Chaser H-5
    91% matchPositive89% of 38 reviews2023
    Dev: PD_CGT
    Windows

    BURN BRIGHT!! YOU ARE THE PERPETUAL MOTION MACHINE!!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Hand-drawn 15.1%, Score Attack 14.4%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Mechs 11.9%

  10. #10 Nyan-Nyan Punch!
    91% matchPositive100% of 43 reviews2023
    Dev: NomaryPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    냥냥펀치(Nyan-Nyan Punch!)는 귀여운 동물귀 소녀들이 공중에서 1대 1 싸움을 벌이는 액션 게임입니다. 언뜻 보면 슈팅 게임처럼 보이지만 펀치를 날려 시원한 근접 공격으로 싸워야 합니다!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Side Scroller 20.7%, Cats 16%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 9.9%

  11. #11 BLUE WISH DESIRE
    90% matchVery Positive100% of 62 reviews2021
    Dev: xxgameroom
    Windows

    BLUW WISH DESIRE is 2D veritically scrolling shmup. Go through the barrage and destroy the oncoming enemies. In addition, this game is equipped with an auto guard system that automatically prevents mistakes. So even those who are not good at barrage STG are safe.

    Why similar: Mechs 30.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Score Attack 14%, Shooter 11.3%, Co-op 10.8%

  12. #12 Doot-Type
    89% 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 21.1%, Dog 19.3%, Side Scroller 17%, Shooter 12.4%, Cartoony 9.5%

  13. #13 GoobnBalloonsDX
    88% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2024
    Dev: IconicArtsLLP
    Windows

    Fight off waves of evil balloons and save the galaxy - solo or co-op! Travel between worlds in an extensive story mode, save your friends, and recruit them to challenge dastardly bosses in this arcade shoot ‘em up adventure!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Hand-drawn 14.7%, Score Attack 14%, Co-op 12.5%, Shooter 9.6%

  14. #14 Scribble Space
    89% matchMixed61% of 104 reviews2015
    Dev: Coty GetzelmanPub: N/A
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Draw a ship, Fly it. Get creative.

    Why similar: Space Sim 26.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Shooter 9.9%, Hand-drawn 8.8%

  15. #15 Pier Pressure
    87% matchPositive83% of 29 reviews2020
    Dev: Headcannon
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Take flight in one of three unique ships to battle a legion of enemies and massive bosses across a city sky, through a dark cave, along the bottom of the sea, and into a secret laboratory! Confront a buff, flamboyant crawfish scientist to retrieve the Power Pearl and save your job!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 10.4%, Cartoony 10.3%

  16. #16 Veggie Menace
    86% matchMostly Positive76% of 63 reviews2022
    Dev: DigiPen Europe-BilbaoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    After a failed spell during a vegetable contest in the Middle Ages, the vegetables come to life and try to invade the civilization. A little witch with her magic powers will need to fight against this invasion.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 10.5%, Co-op 7.4%

  17. #17 Wreck the Insects
    86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
    Dev: M3NOS Games
    Windows

    Wreck the Insects - An arcade-style shootem' up with a floral twist!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Shooter 14.3%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, Arcade 11%, Cats 9.7%

  18. #18 Flying Fury
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Panzero
    Windows

    A side scrolling shooter with a bullet hell influence. Does it explode? Yes. Everything does. Enemies show their battle damage through having chunks be blown off. There are multiple enemies all with unique behaviours, all which are designed in junction with each other.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Hand-drawn 13.1%, Shooter 12.7%, Arcade 10.5%

  19. #19 GeminiArms
    85% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2019
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    GeminiArms is a side scrolling 2D shoot'em up.

    Why similar: Mechs 32.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Score Attack 12.4%, Shooter 12.3%, Side Scroller 5.9%

  20. #20 Cosmo Strike: Complete Edition
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Nikspeaks Pub: Nikspeaks
    Windows

    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 32%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 10.8%, Action 7.6%

  21. #21 Exterminator V Pollinators
    83% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Hydro Shock Studio
    Windows

    In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Shooter 14.3%, Space 11.7%, Arcade 9.8%

  22. #22 Slayer Cat
    82% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: Ducktail Games
    Windows

    Slayer Cat is a classic action shooter game that combines hand-drawn drawings with classic gameplay. Inspired by games like Contra, Doom, and Cuphead. Play as The Slayer Cat as you traverse strange places on an enemy planet, and discover and discover the mysteries of this place!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Cats 18.9%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 11.5%

  23. #23 R-Type Final 2
    82% matchMostly Positive75% of 816 reviews2021
    Dev: Granzella Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Side Scroller 24%, Shooter 14.9%, Arcade 12.3%, Space 10.5%

  24. #24 Alien Hominid HD
    81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 582 reviews2023
    Dev: The Behemoth
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Hand-drawn 18%, Arcade 11.1%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%

  25. #25 Alien Wall
    81% matchNo user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Stefan Preuss
    Windows · Mac

    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 29.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Space 14.5%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 11.7%

  26. #26 Habroxia 2
    80% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2021
    Dev: Lillymo Games
    Windows

    Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 13.7%, Space 10%

  27. #27 Chromacell
    78% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
    Dev: 171Dev
    Windows

    In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Upgrade your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Emerge victorious as the ultimate space pilot!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 10.2%, Score Attack 9.6%

  28. #28 Laser Battle Cats - travel & destroy!
    78% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: HowDeerYou
    Windows

    Tame kittens, develop your workshop, and experiment in the lab! Build a laser on your battle cat and destroy your enemies!

    Why similar: Cats 24.5%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Mechs 13.2%, Shooter 10%

  29. #29 ALPHA CENTAURI SPACE FORCE
    79% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: ocasocreations
    Windows

    Execute intense space battle operations from side, and top view. Face tough enemies along your way, destroy guardians and generators. Dodge traps. Keep focus on targets. Think fast. Overcome the chaos. Join now and become an alpha centauri pilot. Bonus: retro like endless space shooter mini game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Score Attack 17.1%, Space 12.6%, Shooter 11.5%

  30. #30 Paw Pirates
    77% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2025
    Dev: Murray SmithPub: Team Paw
    Windows · Mac

    Paw Pirates is a multiplayer party game with cute critters! Tackle, Dodge and Blow Up your friends as you compete to take out their pirate ship! Choose team Cat or team Dog to plunder across a multitude of levels!

    Why similar: Dog 21.9%, Cats 17.1%, Team-Based 15.4%, Local Multiplayer 12.7%, Co-op 10.1%

  31. #31 Deathwish Enforcers Special Edition
    77% matchVery Positive89% of 131 reviews2024
    Dev: Monster Bath Games Inc.
    Windows

    A gritty, non-stop blood bath from the creator of Insanity's Blade, Super Battle Princess Madelyn and the recently released GuardGrave. And a parody of beloved 60s and 70s classic action films, heroes and villains. Deathwish Enforcers... There's gonna be hell to pay!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Local Multiplayer 14.8%, Co-op 14.5%, Arcade 10.4%

  32. #32 Deep Space Shooter
    79% matchMixed68% of 31 reviews2018
    Dev: Altair GamePub: ValkyrieInitiative
    Windows

    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 31.7%, Space 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Shooter 10%, Score Attack 8.4%

  33. #33 Astro Attack
    76% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: Blocky Pixel
    Windows

    A single-stick arcade shoot 'em up inspired by the golden years of retro gaming. Blast to the synthwave beat to combine powerups and destroy waves of invaders. Complete missions, compete on leaderboards, discover secrets, and unlock over 80 unique ships from every era of gaming.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Side Scroller 19.7%, Score Attack 19.2%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 9.2%

  34. #34 ASTROSMASH 1981
    76% match9 user reviews44% of 9 reviews2024
    Dev: BBG Entertainment GmbH
    Windows · Mac

    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

    Why similar: Space Sim 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Local Multiplayer 14%, Space 10.6%, Shooter 10.3%

  35. #35 RAGINGSTRIKE
    75% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Team Grant
    Windows

    Master the three weapons that change according to the humanoid robot form and fighter form, destroy the scattered enemy attack targets, and finally defeat the boss standing in your way!

    Why similar: Mechs 34.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Score Attack 13.4%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 10.5%

  36. #36 Zero Wing
    74% matchVery Positive88% of 75 reviews2023
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Defend the galaxy from vicious space pirates! Seize your foes and fire them back at their allies for devastating destruction in Toaplan's legendary horizontal arcade shooter, now on PC with all-new features and quality-of-life bonuses!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Side Scroller 20.5%, Score Attack 12.9%, Space 11.7%, Arcade 10.9%

  37. #37 Dual Gunstrike
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lost Machine Games
    Windows

    WARNING! Dual Gunstrike is a 100-Mega Shock!/32-bit inspired horizontal shmup. Choose between 4 heroes and blast into space to stop a mysterious multi-dimensional creature from destroying humanity!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Cats 20.1%, Score Attack 15.7%, Mechs 14.1%, Arcade 9.2%

  38. #38 Gun-REViper
    75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: naga84games
    Windows

    This is a 2.5D vertical scrolling shooting game. Use your ingenuity to fight your way to a high score.

    Why similar: Mechs 36.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Shooter 14.9%, Score Attack 12.8%, Action 5.9%

  39. #39 Rendering Ranger™: R² [Rewind]
    73% matchPositive88% of 26 reviews2025
    Dev: Limited Run GamesPub: Ziggurat
    Windows

    You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Side Scroller 22%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 9.8%, Score Attack 9.4%

  40. #40 Art Strikers
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Friendly Fire Software
    Windows

    Draw your path to victory in Art Strikers! A unique art themed bullet hell shoot-em-up that looks and plays like a beautiful work of art.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Side Scroller 20%, Hand-drawn 13.3%, Shooter 13%, Local Multiplayer 6.4%

  41. #41 Attack of the Mechadonk - The ultimate donkey
    73% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2020
    Dev: Mechadonk Media
    Windows

    Old school side scrolling shoot'em up. Blast through exciting different locations. Defeating waves of defenders until the final boss battle. Attack of the Mechadonk is a indie game developed for fun and learning for the creator.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 13.2%, Action 10.1%

  42. #42 METAL SLUG
    72% matchVery Positive89% of 4,944 reviews2015
    Dev: DotemuPub: SNK CORPORATION
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    “METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Arcade 14.3%, Co-op 14.1%, Local Multiplayer 13%

  43. #43 Oddballs
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: HOPE?NOPE!
    Windows · Mac

    Oddballs is a fast‑paced 2D arcade shooter with pick‑up‑and‑play controls and a diverse cast of BOOuncing enemies; choose your route through branching levels and master quick, skill‑driven sessions that reward reflexes and precision alone or in couch co-op

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Local Multiplayer 14.1%, Co-op 12.9%, Shooter 9.9%

  44. #44 Farlight Commanders
    72% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2021
    Dev: Farlight Games Industry
    Windows

    Drive a spaceship where each player has an unique role. Play Solo or Coop with friends, up to 4. A perfect mix of space shoot em up and sci-fi action platformer. Fight in space or ground.

    Why similar: Space Sim 24.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Co-op 14.3%, Space 12.7%

  45. #45 Habroxia
    70% matchPositive97% of 32 reviews2023
    Dev: Lillymo Games
    Windows

    Blast your way through a myriad of extra-terrestrial incursions in this arcade-style scrolling shooter! Pilot the ship Habroxia through 15 levels featuring intense boss fights, rescue missions, shifting perspectives, and untold surprises.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 12.9%, Action 8.9%

  46. #46 Gearbits: Gear Angels
    70% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2024
    Dev: Quackpond Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    2D side-scrolling shoot 'em up

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Shooter 16.1%, Hand-drawn 15%, Action 9.2%

  47. #47 Stars Force
    71% matchMostly Negative30% of 10 reviews2020
    Dev: Trinity ProjectPub: Conglomerate 5
    Windows

    STARS FORCE is a fast-paced arcade side scrolling shooter. Nice graphics and atmospheric music will immerse you in a space battle.

    Why similar: Space Sim 38.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Shooter 13.6%, Side Scroller 8.7%, Action 8.6%

  48. #48 Schildmaid MX
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2023
    Dev: HitP Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your shield tech and absorb projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield expires and it's danger time, you better switch up your strategy fast...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Space 10.9%, Shooter 10.8%, Score Attack 9.8%

  49. #49 Rigid Force Alpha
    71% matchMostly Positive80% of 133 reviews2018
    Dev: com8com1 Software
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Classic shoot’em up action in modern 3D! Blast off to take down hordes of infected aliens and dreadful machines programmed on waging an intergalactic war against mankind!

    Why similar: Mechs 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Score Attack 13.1%, Shooter 9.6%

  50. #50 ROBO OH vs UCHU MEGA FIGHT
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: uchuzinePub: Gekidan Curryrice LLC
    Windows

    With simple 2-button controls,anyone can jump in and enjoy the thrills of tag-team fighting action. This game is developed using the 8-bit fantasy console PICO-8.Experience the dynamic animations that push the limits of this tiny engine!

    Why similar: Mechs 30.9%, Team-Based 23.9%, Local Multiplayer 14.2%, Space 11.8%, Co-op 10.2%

  51. #51 Nemesis Galaxy at War
    69% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Systemfinity Studios Ltd
    Windows

    An endless sci-fi asteroid shooter where each level gets harder. Battle enemies, collect upgrades, and survive infinite waves of intense space combat!

    Why similar: Space Sim 35.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Shooter 13.9%, Space 7%, Action 5.8%

  52. #52 Tadpole Tales
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 868 reviews2021
    Dev: Andrei CretuPub: Pinnical Studio
    Windows

    A tiny 2D Hand-drawn "Clean 'Em Up" game about a tadpole cleaning rivers and fighting pollution.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Hand-drawn 19.4%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Arcade 8.9%, Cute 7.9%

  53. #53 Mushroom Cats 2
    68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 578 reviews2020
    Dev: Anatoliy Loginovskikh
    Windows

    Mushroom Cats 2 - is a cute point-and-click game about Mushroom Cats that live on magical islands. Any girl will melt from tenderness, and the kids will be delighted with the funny Mushroom Cats! This fairy tale will fill any heart with good!

    Why similar: Cats 25.6%, Dog 21.1%, Hand-drawn 18.1%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Space 8.7%

  54. #54 Energy Fighters
    67% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    A modern retro inspired side scrolling shooter with a deep upgrade system and the ability to absorb enemy fire and also deflect it back to your enemies. A fast paced shooter that can be played solo or local co-op with 12 difficulty modes and lots of boss battles.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Co-op 14.4%, Shooter 12.3%, Score Attack 10%

  55. #55 Rangerdog
    68% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2021
    Dev: OOEGAMESPub: Hanaji Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Save the universe with Rangerdog! A cute retro-style side-scrolling shoot 'em up!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Score Attack 14.7%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 10.1%

  56. #56 Fire Shark
    67% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2023
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Get ready for classic shoot-'em-up action in Toaplan's Fire Shark, now on PC with modern updates. An evil and overwhelmingly powerful military force is about to take over not only a small country, but the whole world... Defeat the enemy and accept your place of honor!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Arcade 15.3%, Score Attack 14.4%, Co-op 13.8%, Action 10.5%

  57. #57 Aqua Kitty - Milk Mine Defender
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 480 reviews2014
    Dev: TIKIPOD
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Aqua Kitty is a fast paced retro styled submarine arcade shooter with optional 2 player local Co-op.Blast through hordes of mechanical sea monsters in your kitty sub and defend the deep sea milk mining kittens!THE MILK MUST FLOW!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Cats 21.4%, Arcade 8.5%, Action 8.3%, Side Scroller 8.1%

  58. #58 VISEGUNNE
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Zanrai Interactive
    Windows

    VISEGUNNE is a single-player shoot 'em up featuring explosive, narrative-driven missions, a vast arsenal of weapons, and over-the-top visual effects. Pilot a soul-powered combat mech as you protect the colonies from a pro-Earth terrorist conspiracy. Shoot. Survive. Ascend.

    Why similar: Mechs 30.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Shooter 11.6%, Score Attack 10.4%, Arcade 9.4%

  59. #59 Project X: Light Years
    63% matchVery Positive96% of 153 reviews2025
    Dev: MK_Games
    Windows · Linux

    The official Project X sequel ✨ Back after 30 years!🎮 A demanding, skill-based experience that rewards patience and mastery. Not every game is for everyone — this one is for players who love a real, fair challenge. Try the demo and see if you’re up for it. Failure teaches. Mastery rewards.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Hand-drawn 13.6%, Shooter 11%, Score Attack 8.8%

  60. #60 Stellar Raid
    67% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
    Dev: Berry Patch Games
    Windows

    Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 29.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Arcade 13.1%, Space 10.5%, Shooter 8.2%

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