- #1 Sky Force Reloaded
97% matchVery Positive93% of 2,754 reviews2017
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.2%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Flight 8.2%
- #2 Variator
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ruin Software
Windows
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 19%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, 2.5D 10.8%, Cinematic 8.4%
- #3 Neuroma
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NextLayer
Windows
A fast-paced vertical shmup where a living brain controls a combat ship to battle grotesque alien creatures across biomechanical worlds filled with massive bosses and intense arcade action.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Bullet Hell 20%, Score Attack 8.1%, 2.5D 8.1%
- #4 Topspace
95% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Topspace Crew
Windows
A topdown bullet hell game where you control a spaceship and fight waves of asteroids and enemy spaceships.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23%, Local Multiplayer 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Score Attack 14.2%, Flight 8.2%
- #5 The Art Of Flight
94% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Et Al GamesPub: Page To Pixel Publishing LLC
Windows
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 20%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Local Co-Op 15.5%, Arcade 7.5%
- #6 The War Enders: First Strike
94% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Crystal Heart's Studio
Windows
The War Enders: First Strike is a bullet hell shooting game. While having 3D graphics, the game keeps a classic taste of this hardcore genre. Select and customize your fighter with interest. Dodge the bullet and strike back the unknown with the determination to save the Earth!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Score Attack 11.9%, Flight 7.6%
- #7 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
93% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Top-Down Shooter 21.6%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Shooter 8.2%, Score Attack 5.9%
- #8 Sky Force Anniversary
92% matchVery Positive92% of 2,167 reviews2015
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.8 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 28.2%, Bullet Hell 18%, Top-Down Shooter 14.9%, Local Co-Op 10.9%, Arcade 6.6%
- #9 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
91% matchPositive94% of 35 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
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 24.8%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Score Attack 7.4%, Shooter 7.1%
- #10 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
90% matchVery Positive97% of 382 reviews2021
Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Overwhelming bullet patterns. An exhilarating Break System. Timeless gameplay. The definitive bullet hell shooter that continues to captivate shoot-'em-up fans around the world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Local Co-Op 9.5%, Score Attack 7.9%
- #11 Endline
91% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Miniced
Windows · Linux
Endline is a 2.5D psychedelic bullet hell experience, combining rhythm and bright colours.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, 2.5D 8.7%, Shooter 7.1%
- #12 Eigengrau
89% matchVery Positive100% of 97 reviews2023
Dev: Martin Mauersics
Windows · Mac · Linux
A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Score Attack 11.3%, Top-Down Shooter 10.4%, Local Co-Op 9.2%
- #13 Until the Last Plane 1942
89% matchPositive83% of 41 reviews2025
Dev: CarloC
Windows
In Until the Last Plane 1942 you control two airplanes simultaneously. A short game that delivers a relaxed alternative to the usual shoot'em ups. Singleplayer or local co-op.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Local Co-Op 16.4%, Score Attack 10.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.1%
- #14 Crucible
88% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
Dev: TriScalePub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Bullet Hell 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 23.3%, Top-Down 8%, Score Attack 7.8%
- #15 Orchid Glitter
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
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 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 23.4%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Score Attack 10.7%, Arcade 5.6%
- #16 Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX
86% matchMixed70% of 33 reviews2023
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
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: Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Flight 12.3%, Arcade 7.9%
- #17 Astro Fighters
86% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
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 21.7%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Shooter 7.7%, Arcade 7.4%
- #18 ∀stralbringer -Shaded Arkarium-
85% matchPositive84% of 44 reviews2024
Dev: Endless Shirafu
Windows
Shoot 'em up has reached a new frontier! 2D bullet-hell sci-fi action shooter with mouse control and multiple buttons!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Cyberpunk 10.7%, Shooter 6.9%
- #19 Bullet Hell Monday
84% matchVery Positive95% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
Beginner Welcome Bullet Hell Shooter. "Chapter Mode", which is starting from a simple stage and gradually becoming more difficult, is recommended for beginners. Once you get used to bullet hell, let's experience full-scale bullet hell in "Challenge Mode".
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Score Attack 9%, Shooter 7.6%
- #20 Burst Fighter
84% matchPositive90% of 29 reviews2017
Dev: Lion Core
Windows
Burst Fighter is a shoot'em up game with unique customizable ship feature fused with modern graphic and gorgeous art styles. Dodge, counter, and defeat various enemies / attack patterns. Experience more than 8 challenging and intense boss battles.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Local Co-Op 12.9%, Local Multiplayer 11.6%
- #21 Zarlor Mercenary
83% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: Epyx, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
Top-down shooter action for the Atari Lynx handheld console. WANTED: Hot gun for hire. Travel to several exotic and dangerous places. Discover several exotic and dangerous aliens and kill them. Kill lots. For cash. Buy more weapons and kill again.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Flight 16.7%, Cyberpunk 11.1%, 2.5D 8.2%
- #22 Resurrection Core
82% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: ramen_keitto
Windows
Resurrection Core is vertically scrolling Bullet Hell Shoot ´Em Up game. It honors the arcade classics but also adds modern touch and unique game-play mechanics to the genre. Master the unique weapon systems and resurrect enemy cores to become the ultimate fighting machine!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Shooter 8.7%, 2.5D 8.2%
- #23 Iron Skies
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 171Dev
Windows · Linux
Retro style, propeller plane centred shoot 'em up inspired by the arcade classics of a fondly remembered bygone era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Bullet Hell 10%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 8.2%
- #24 Blast'N Bounty
80% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: No CheckpointPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast’N Bounty is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up featuring 8 stages players can tackle in the order of their choosing. Cruise through a crazy solar system in a mix of pixel art and low poly 3D with action that’s easy to learn but tough to master!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, 2.5D 9.1%, Score Attack 7.7%
- #25 TCSTRIKERS2
81% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Project Anthem
Windows
Touhou-like 2D shooting!!! Chubby protagonist!! Orthodox and easy to understand operation!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Score Attack 9%, Shooter 8%
- #26 Crisis Wing
81% matchVery Positive90% of 90 reviews2020
Dev: Pieslice Productions
Windows · Mac
Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Score Attack 7.5%
- #27 Psyvariar 3
78% matchPositive83% of 30 reviews2026
Dev: Banana BytesPub: Red Art Games
Windows
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 24.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, 2.5D 8.9%, Shooter 7.6%
- #28 Heliocide
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HorrorScope
Windows
Heliocide is a relentless top-down scrolling action! Arm your shields, lasers, guns, bombs and missiles to defend the solar system from a massive invasion!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Local Co-Op 9.5%, Score Attack 8.4%
- #29 Hoodie Survivor and Super Hoodie Bros
79% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: The Voices Games
Windows
Auto shooter score attack survival game where your character moves forward continuously and you control the direction of travel by rotating left and right
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 9.5%
- #30 Pixel Canyon
77% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: MAXDEMAGE.PL
Windows
Blast through an endless, procedurally generated river canyon in this retro-style arcade shooter. Manage your fuel, graze enemies for energy, and uncover the story of the "Sky Ghosts" squadron. In Pixel Canyon, the river never ends - but your fuel might.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.2%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Flight 21.6%, Shooter 8.4%, Score Attack 8.1%
- #31 Finish The Dishes!
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fractbit
Windows
Finish The Dishes! is a fast-paced arcade shooter set on a chaotic kitchen countertop. Blast pests, exploit their weaknesses, upgrade your arsenal, and chase perfect five-star runs.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 15%, Flight 14.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Bullet Hell 14%, Arcade 8.2%
- #32 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
78% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: PopTea Games
Windows
CRAZY APPLIANCES is a fast paced top-down shooter game! The elect robots are insane, heroes! Fight your way by using various weapons and powerful items to defeat them in different dangerous situation!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Top-Down 9.1%, Arcade 8.1%
- #33 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
76% matchVery Positive96% of 90 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
"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 26.2%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Score Attack 6.7%, Shooter 5.9%
- #34 Warcat Parade
76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Hefka Games
Windows · Linux
Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Score Attack 14.6%, Arcade 7.6%
- #35 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
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: Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Local Co-Op 8.8%, Arcade 8.5%
- #36 Rising Sun - Iron Aces
74% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: Moebius One Games
Windows · Linux
The Valkirias are here. Fast paced action Shoot 'em up with beautifully rendered 3D graphics. Select between four characters with different abilities and follow their story. Upgrade and unlock fighters, battle bosses and play amazing special stages, solo or with a friend.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Flight 14.7%, Arcade 8%
- #37 Rangok Skies
75% matchMostly Positive73% of 40 reviews2021
Dev: Samurai Games
Windows · Mac
War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Flight 11.5%, Arcade 9.9%, Shooter 9.3%
- #38 The Pacifist
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Taillis, Inc
Windows
The Pacifist is a retro sci-fi top-down action game with unique mechanics that blends elements of the Arcade and Rhythm genres on a gorgeous, minimalist battlefield. Only in The Pacifist can you fight without fighting.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, 2.5D 11.2%, Asynchronous Multiplayer 10.1% ★, Top-Down 8%
- #39 Strelitzia
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sorgintza
Windows · Linux
An arcade style bullet-hell shoot 'em up where you'll have to dodge thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Arcade 10.5%, Top-Down 7.2%
- #40 DRUM'N'BASS MASSACRE
73% matchMixed47% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: illuminatiPub: SA Industry
Windows
DRUM'N'BASS MASSACRE is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you destoy your enemies while performing unimaginable maneuvers using your interstellar interceptor, accompanied by original drum and bass soundtrack
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Flight 17.9%, Arcade 6.8%
- #41 1x! Space Adventure
72% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Lunar Madcap
Windows
1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Arcade 11.2%, Shooter 10.2%
- #42 Blast Horizon
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gil Zussman
Windows
The Screen Belongs to your Enemy - Take it Back!In this classic Shmup, you will fight through impossible odds against hostiles flooding the battlefield from every direction. Every second is a test of positioning and precision while turning the battlefield into a storm of explosions.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Flight 15.8%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, 2.5D 8.4%
- #43 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
71% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: G-MODE
Windows
It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.3%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 9.2%
- #44 4D:XD
71% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Ryan Brammen
Windows
4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Shooter 8.2%, Arcade 7.6%
- #45 Never Not Shooting
72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Hand Cannon Games
Windows
Grab up to 3 friends and defend the sun from swarms of enemies in this local coop twin stick shooter. Siphon energy from the sun and shoot as many attackers as you can to claim the high score before it explodes! Fight over experience and upgrade your ship to keep up with the ever-mounting pressure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Local Multiplayer 11.8%, Local Co-Op 11.2%, Arcade 8.1%
- #46 Dark Gravity: Prologue
69% matchVery Positive85% of 102 reviews2023
Dev: KorgorusPub: GamePlanet
Windows
Shoot, destroy, collect, craft and destroy even more! "Dark Gravity" is a fast-paced, low poly vertical shoot'em up game that features non-linear campaign mode with lots of enemies and bosses. Craft new weapons, upgrade your fighter and build an ultimate aerial war machine!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Flight 13.8%, Score Attack 8.8%, Local Co-Op 7.9%
- #47 Aces of the Luftwaffe - Squadron
70% matchMixed70% of 153 reviews2018
Dev: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The Aces of the Luftwaffe have returned! Dodge a hail of bullets and face their fearsome war machines in bombastic air battles and boss fights!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Flight 13.2%, Local Co-Op 13.1%, Bullet Hell 12.4%
- #48 DELTAZEAL
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 82 reviews2015
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 28.3%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Arcade 6.3%
- #49 Vectro Blast
70% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Sagittaras Games
Windows
Jump into endless fights in this arcade game. You have just one job: Survive as long as you can and beat your score over and over. The enemies are stronger with each wave so your journey to great score would not be easy.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Score Attack 16.4%, Arcade 10.9%, Bullet Hell 9.1%
- #50 CosmoDreamer
68% matchVery Positive100% of 150 reviews2020
Dev: あうとさいど
Windows
From the popular free game "Outside" comes a dreamy and cute barrage shmups. The visuals are colorful, cute and fantastic, and the game features active gameplay.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.7%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%, Shooter 8.2%, Score Attack 7.7%
- #51 Truxton Extreme
66% matchVery Positive95% of 80 reviews2026
Dev: TatsujinPub: Clear River Games AB
Windows
Take down hordes of alien invaders with your Power Shot, Truxton Beam, Thunder Laser, Homing Shot, Star‑mine Shot, and more! Don't forget to breathe as you face off against gigantic bosses in the ultimate battle for humanity’s survival!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Local Co-Op 12.7%, Score Attack 10.4%
- #52 Strikers 1945
67% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2025
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
Nationwide shooting fans, the wait is over! Following Sengoku Ace and Gunbird, the third installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooter series!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Arcade 9.1%, 2.5D 9.1%
- #53 Raider Pheasant
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PolygonLove International
Windows
Raider Pheasant is a single-player arcade shoot ’em up viewed from a dramatic high-angle perspective. Blast through enemy formations, power up your fighter, defeat massive bosses, and chase high scores with keyboard or controller.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Top-Down Shooter 26.6%, 2.5D 11.6%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 8.3%
- #54 DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO., LTD.
Windows
CAVE's arcade bullet hell shooter returns as DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite. New stages, a new character, new music, and other new elements set the stage for a new challenge.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Score Attack 11.3%, Arcade 8.1%
- #55 Laser Droplets
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Kikashi Online
Windows · Mac
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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Arcade 12.2%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #56 Raiden IV x MIKADO remix
67% matchMixed69% of 26 reviews2023
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Buckle up and blast off with Raiden IV x MIKADO remix! This classic arcade shoot ‘em up comes fully equipped with new music, battle modes, vertical screen play, and more!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Flight 16.3%, Bullet Hell 16%, Arcade 8.1%
- #57 IDF-ASD
69% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Initial Node
Windows
Intense one or two player bullet hell a call back to the arcade shooters of the past.Not an easy bullet hell, but once you beat a mission the next mission stays unlocked and you can replay missions already beat to get points and parts for upgrades.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Flight 18.5%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Local Co-Op 8.9%
- #58 Always Surrender
66% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: The Covert Sheep Example
Windows
Battle a never ending swarm of enemies, but be sure to surrender before you die...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Score Attack 14.7%, Shooter 7%
- #59 Dental Strike
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Joycat Games
Windows
A throwback to retro shoot'em up games typical of the 80s, where you play as a tooth fairy fighting against rotten teeth and bacteria using different abilities and special shots.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Flight 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Top-Down 6.5%