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Games Like Blaster Panic

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Bullet Hell, Arcade, Action.

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Blaster Panic is a 2D space shooter where you defend your home base against an onslaught of enemies. Fight through ongoing boss battles. Last as long as you can to dominate the leaderboard.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: 2023-06-26
Developer: Pirate Dog Games
Genres: Action, Casual
Platforms: Windows

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    97% matchPositive89% of 36 reviews2021
    Dev: 1CC GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
    Windows

    1CC Games’ first shoot ’em up returns with totally overhauled visuals, all-new enemies and attacks, a deeper scoring system, remixed soundtrack and fresh player powers. Space Moth: Lunar Edition is the ultimate version of the beloved cult classic.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Psychedelic 11%, Score Attack 10.7%, Arcade 7.8%

  2. #2 Dextram
    96% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Lingon Studios
    Windows

    This arcade shoot 'em up has no shooting and you can only turn right. Avoid waves of enemies and get points as they crash into each other. Pick up power-ups, such as a large laser or a force field to destroy the enemies. Die, get a score and repeat to get a higher score the next run.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Score Attack 12.8%, Arena Shooter 12.6%, Space 7.5%

  3. #3 Space Invaders Extreme
    96% matchVery Positive88% of 261 reviews2018
    Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    The critically acclaimed update to the Space Invaders franchise has arrived to invade Steam with greatly improved graphics and audio! Packed with pulsing, vibrant visuals enhanced further by interactive sound. The invaders have evolved, the question is: can you keep up?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Score Attack 9.1%, Space 8.8%, Shooter 8.1%

  4. #4 SHATTERSHAPE
    95% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Gentleman Sasquatch
    Windows

    SHATTERSHAPE is an arcade-style shooter in which you are a lone circle fighting hordes of enemies with evil vertices. SHATTER your enemies with numerous power-ups. ONLY THE ROUND SURVIVE.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 14.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Arena Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 12.6%, Retro 10.6%

  5. #5 Flashover MegaSector
    94% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
    Dev: Happy Frog Games
    Windows

    Using a powerful weapon and raw skill, can you take out an entire space pirate fleet? Harken back to the era of old browser games in this fast-paced bullet hell shoot 'em up where stages change based on objectives cleared!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Score Attack 14.2%, Abstract 10.1%, Space 8.7%

  6. #6 Senli 307
    93% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Tamazusa
    Windows

    Senli 307 is a top-down shooter where you can turn, accelerate, and decelerate using only WASD (or arrow keys), and repeatedly search for and destroy enemies.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Arena Shooter 12.9%, Abstract 10.8%, Score Attack 10.2%

  7. #7 HYPER METEOR
    92% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2023
    Dev: Vertex Pop
    Windows · Mac

    YOU ARE LOST IN SPACE! ALL WEAPONS ARE DOWN! Survive by ramming your ship into meteors and hostile forces.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Score Attack 12.3%, Space 10.5%, Arena Shooter 10.3%

  8. #8 Roley's Arcade Collection
    94% matchNo user reviews2022
    Dev: Roley Games
    Windows

    Get 10 arcade games in 1 with Roley’s Arcade Collection. A reimagining of classic arcade games with a fresh new look.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Arena Shooter 14.2%, Score Attack 12.9%, Shooter 8.5%

  9. #9 Akka Arrh
    91% matchVery Positive84% of 64 reviews2023
    Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Akka Arrh is a modern take on a scrapped project from the 1980s, providing players with a fast-paced, addictive, arcade shooter experience and psychedelic visuals. Protect your life rings as you chain together combos and go for a high score!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Abstract 10.2%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 7.7%

  10. #10 RESHOOTER
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: spieleschreiber
    Windows

    RESHOOTER offers heart-pounding shoot-em-up action that elevates classic arcade gameplay to the next level. Dive into the retroflow with electrifying visuals, immersive audio, and captivating mechanics.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Score Attack 14.5%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Sci-fi 12%, Arcade 11.9%

  11. #11 Return Home
    90% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2019
    Dev: Verran
    Windows

    Return Home is an abstract horizontal shooter with dynamic levels and metaphorical explosions. The game is randomised and altered according to how well you play.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Abstract 12.2%, Psychedelic 11.9%, Arcade 8.2%

  12. #12 Space Fuel
    89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: MXT Games
    Windows

    Bite-sized arcade shmup. Slam enemies, beat Bosses, get power-ups and repeat! Pilot your ship through deep space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Score Attack 15.1%, Space 12.9%, Shooter 8%

  13. #13 Circles of Hell
    89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
    Dev: TobiasPub: Atlas Industries
    Windows

    A Faustian descent into madness and frustration inside a universe with only a single shape and no regard for safety.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Arena Shooter 14.6%, Abstract 11.1%, Shooter 9.6%

  14. #14 Star Hunter DX
    88% matchPositive81% of 31 reviews2021
    Dev: 1CC GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
    Windows

    Betrayed by her cut-throat crew, Luna Starr - former Space Pirate Captain turned bounty hunter - has a score to settle. As Luna, travel to 5 exotic planets to track down your mutinous mates, and face them in Bullet Hell dogfights to the death!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Score Attack 10.6%, Sci-fi 10%, Arcade 6.7%

  15. #15 Syder Arcade
    87% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
    Dev: Studio Evil
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Arcade 9.1%, Space 8.8%, Shooter 8.5%

  16. #16 Bit Blaster XL
    84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,141 reviews2016
    Dev: Adamvision Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!

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  17. #17 Invaliens
    86% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: Galactic Droids Ltd
    Windows

    Retro arcade classic, Defeat a million invaders from another dimension in this side scrolling shoot'em up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shooter 10.2%, Space 8.6%, Arcade 8%

  18. #18 WOLFLAME
    85% matchVery Positive85% of 116 reviews2016
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 10.4%, Score Attack 7.7%

  19. #19 BLASTER MAYHEM
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stormduck
    Windows

    Weave and cleave your way through walls of bullet and push your score to unknown limits in this aggressive Shoot'em'up to save humanity from its own hubris

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Score Attack 15.4%, Arcade 9.6%, Shooter 6.9%

  20. #20 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
    83% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: JMC
    Windows · Linux

    Defender's Squad is a sci-fi vertical scrolling shooter 2D that combines 7 different levels. Play Solo and pick one of the 3 ships to kill enemies and save the earth from aliens.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Score Attack 13.1%, Space 12.7%, Bullet Hell 11.4%, Shooter 11.3%

  21. #21 Suicide Runners
    84% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: JTW
    Windows

    Classic 2D shoot em up with updated graphics. Dodge a storm of bullets as you blast through space shooting hordes of enemies. Collect powerups to survive against fearsome bosses. Pilot a suicide runner as you fight to unravel the mystery of what is destroying the universe.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Arcade 10%, Retro 8.9%, Sci-fi 8.9%

  22. #22 Orbital Siege
    81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Orbitforge Interactive
    Windows

    Reclaim the arcade. This is a high-octane space shooter where vibrant pixel art meets relentless alien armadas. Master your orbital defenses and survive the ultimate galactic onslaught.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Retro 10.2%, Arcade 10%, Space 9.3%

  23. #23 Cybxus Heart
    82% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
    Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
    Windows

    Cybxus Hearts inspired by classic Japanese shooting games. This is a game where you control three different characters at the same time.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Arcade 10.4%, Shooter 9.9%, Score Attack 9.4%

  24. #24 STURMWIND EX
    82% matchPositive81% of 42 reviews2019
    Dev: b-alive
    Windows

    STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Space 11.8%, Sci-fi 9.9%, Shooter 9.1%

  25. #25 Feeble Light
    81% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off as a little star trying to rid the cosmos of angry celestial beings in Feeble Light, a 3-tone pixel art shoot’em up where minimalistic presentation makes way for precision controls and fluid animation!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 9.5%, Sci-fi 7.6%

  26. #26 Solaroids
    79% matchVery Positive96% of 50 reviews2017
    Dev: Chad YatesPub: DynF/X Digital LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Classic Asteroids® updated with modern gameplay and perfected controls. Explore hazardous environments and sneak around asteroids to surprise attack giant bosses. Upgrade your ship to use additional power-ups. Single player or fight with up to 3 friends with intense local coop.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Arena Shooter 13.2%, Score Attack 9.4%, Space 8.8%

  27. #27 Switch 'N' Shoot
    78% matchVery Positive96% of 154 reviews2016
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 17%, Score Attack 13.9%, Shooter 7.8%, Arcade 7.8%

  28. #28 misaligned
    78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Michal Kelisek
    Windows

    Classic 80s inspired shooter

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 8.8%, Sci-fi 6.9%

  29. #29 Nevultra
    77% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Zoblin Multimedia
    Windows

    Nevultra is an exciting shoot'em up that will take you back to the 8bit/16bit era. The protagonist, Nina, needs your help to reach her destination in deep space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Score Attack 10.9%, Arcade 10.6%, Shooter 10.1%

  30. #30 Syder Reloaded
    75% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
    Dev: Studio Evil
    Windows

    Syder Reloaded revives the Syder series in this love-letter to 90s Amiga shmups with upgraded graphics and refined gameplay. Challenging levels, a fleet of ships and a motherload of alien invaders. Get back to your roots and curse at your monitor in this skills-first shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Space 12%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.7%

  31. #31 Z-Warp
    76% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2022
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Z-Warp is an intense vertical shoot’em up presented in retro pixel art style, featuring frenetic arcade-inspired action where blasters, bombs and KILLER specials are your only allies.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Shooter 12.2%, Space 8.9%, Retro 8.2%

  32. #32 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 25.3%, Bullet Hell 19%, Score Attack 17.1%, Arcade 8%, Shooter 7.9%

  33. #33 PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift
    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Chain Damage Games
    Windows

    PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift is a sci-fi shoot 'em up game in the style of arcade classics. Dodge barrages of attacks, survive bullet hell bosses, and save Prismidia!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 8.6%, Sci-fi 8.2%

  34. #34 Bullet Hell Monday
    73% matchVery Positive95% of 60 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: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Bullet Hell 22%, Shooter 10.2%, Abstract 10%, Score Attack 10%

  35. #35 Gunvein
    72% matchVery Positive97% of 212 reviews2022
    Dev: NGDEV
    Windows

    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 33.9%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Arcade 10.9%, Shooter 8.2%, Sci-fi 7.6%

  36. #36 Chromacell
    73% 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 21.8%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Shooter 10.9%, Space 9.1%, Arcade 9%

  37. #37 The Hurricane of the Varstray -Collateral hazard-
    75% matchMostly Positive75% of 212 reviews2015
    Dev: Studio SiestAPub: Rocket-Engine Co.,Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    【About "The Hurricane of the Varstray"】"The Hurricane of the Varstray" is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with a SF story: in the distant future, to defend the Earth against the invasion of mystery mechanical structures, 4 girls head to "the Varstray sector," far away from the Earth and considered as the v

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Space 7.9%, Score Attack 7.4%, Sci-fi 6.4%

  38. #38 Draco Space X
    79% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: Abraham Eduardo Zarate Mejia
    Windows

    2D Arcade space action game, in which you will face different challenges. You must manage to kill your enemies or survive from them! Venture to discover a new universe full of lights!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Shooter 12.9%, Arena Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 9.5%

  39. #39 Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 602 reviews2015
    Dev: SynsetPub: New Blood Interactive
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as SHMUP veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and SEVENTEEN playable ships.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Bullet Hell 27.7%, Retro 9.3%, Arcade 8%, Space 5.1%

  40. #40 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    70% matchPositive75% of 12 reviews2026
    Dev: N11 Games Division
    Windows

    A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 9.7%, Space 8.1%

  41. #41 Kalzor: 2000
    74% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
    Dev: Roley Games
    Windows

    Shoot different types of spaceships while avoiding getting shot yourself. Kill 10 minutes at a time with this affordable colourful timewaster.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Space 13%, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 8.7%

  42. #42 GoBlaster
    71% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2021
    Dev: Jarware
    Windows

    GoBlaster is a retro bullet-hell game where you can always beat your personal best. Blast through enemies while dodging their overwhelming attacks in a fast-paced and addictive setting. Make your way to the final boss, and just try to survive!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Arena Shooter 14.9%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 8.5%

  43. #43 Shmup Boss
    69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: Ebal Studios
    Windows · Linux

    Minimalist colorful shoot 'em up with a story! Play as the yellow hero trying to get back the essential item taken away from him in a world divided by forms and colors. Will our hero get it back?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Abstract 11.2%, Shooter 9.6%, Score Attack 9%

  44. #44 Void Gore
    70% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Void Gore casts you as an ace pilot descending through the levels of hell and getting rich in the process.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Score Attack 19.1%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 8.6%

  45. #45 Astro Fighters
    68% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Astro Fighters is a tough old school vertical scrolling bullet hell shooter designed to test your skills with non-stop arcade style action. Fight against large bosses at the end of every level and compete for the high score across 4 difficulty modes to be the best fighter pilot in the game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shooter 10.7%, Space 9.2%, Arcade 8.7%

  46. #46 Spinner Invaders
    71% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Wobi Games
    Windows

    Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from The General by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Score Attack 10.9%, Space 10.8%, Shooter 9.5%

  47. #47 Astar Solis
    74% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Rooklift Labs
    Windows

    A minimalistic 2D shoot-em-up, based on dodging bullets.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 9.2%, Space 8.2%

  48. #48 Cosmo Chaser
    72% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: Choi Jaewook
    Windows

    Cosmo Chaser is space fighter action game which presents restless shooting battle. It demonstrates new style of vertical scroll shooter by presenting classic arcade action in 3D space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Space 13%, Sci-fi 11.4%, Retro 9.4%

  49. #49 The Core Message
    77% matchNo user reviews2020
    Dev: Freedom Software
    Windows

    Combining retro puzzles and a arcade space shooter. You and your crew found strange materials in the galaxy core to upgrade your ship to the most powerful. While collecting core materials you came across something unbelievable ... The Core Message. The Core Message changes everything.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Space 15%, Arcade 10.4%, Retro 10.2%

  50. #50 ZAKESTA-Z
    67% matchPositive100% of 43 reviews2024
    Dev: zakichi
    Windows

    Vertical scrolling shooter with all 5 pages

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Shooter 12.4%, Retro 9.2%, Arcade 7.7%

  51. #51 Warcat Parade
    69% 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 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Score Attack 16%, Arcade 8.6%, Shooter 7.9%

  52. #52 Nova Drift
    64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,407 reviews2024
    Dev: ChimericPub: Pixeljam
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Arena Shooter 15%, Space 11.1%, Shooter 8.9%

  53. #53 Atomic Guardians
    70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: Mosh Jason Games
    Windows

    ATOMIC GUARDIANS is a fully CO-OP arcade retro shoot 'em up, where one player flies the ship, and the other player mans the shields. Fight your way through a never ending horde of Brutal Bosses, Alien Monsters and Gigantic Asteroids as you rack up a new world-wide high score. Play with up to three friends, and see how long you can last!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 9.7%, Space 9.6%

  54. #54 STARR RINGER
    68% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Sterling McKay
    Windows

    Grab the fate of all life in your hands. Blast your way through the cosmos, destroying monstrous cosmic beasts and the space cultists summoning them, on your path to stopping your mother from unleashing the chaos realm upon the universe, in this sci-fi cosmic horror bullet-hell, STARR RINGER.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 9.5%

  55. #55 RYZY NYIL
    65% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: SB_Games_Public
    Windows

    Vertical-scrolling 2D shooting game with three types of weapons

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 12.6%, Score Attack 8.7%

  56. #56 Galactic Plague 2000
    65% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
    Dev: Yacoobs C.MPub: Y3TuuStudio
    Windows

    A classic shoot 'em up with a modern edge. Galactic Plague throws you into a cosmic nightmare where survival means upgrading your ship, mastering legendary weapons, and battling the relentless Martian invasion. Are you ready to face the chaos?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 10.4%, Score Attack 10.1%, Space 9.7%

  57. #57 SPACE BLASTER 8 BIT
    69% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2018
    Dev: Dead Crow
    Windows

    They have briefly left by your ship in an asteroid Hagel theirs. Now you have landed to hostile area. Now you must only survive.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Arena Shooter 14.6%, Shooter 8.5%, Score Attack 8.4%

  58. #58 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows

    Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Score Attack 11.3%, Space 10.9%, Sci-fi 9.6%

  59. #59 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
    65% matchPositive94% of 33 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 27.1%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Shooter 10.2%, Abstract 9.2%, Score Attack 8.7%

  60. #60 Vektor Z
    67% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: ZaxtorGameS
    Windows

    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: Bullet Hell 24.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Space 8.4%, Old School 7.3%

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