60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Bullet Hell, 2D, Shoot 'Em Up.
Swim, shoot, and save the ocean! Play as a detective fish in this fast-paced 2D retro shoot 'em up! Unlock multiple weapons, defeat enemy hordes, and capture bosses before it's too late!
Tiny Pixels Vol. 1 - Ninpo Blast
Jump on your hoverbike and blast off for unlimited ninja-themed bullet hell mayhem!
Frikin the Laser Shark
A 2D bullet hell platform shooter where you play as a normal shark...with a laser strapped to his head. Battle through worlds to defeat the dastardly denizens of the deep lead by the mean mustachio'd menace himself!
Jump on your hoverbike and blast off for unlimited ninja-themed bullet hell mayhem!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Roguelite 16.3%, Shooter 11%, Retro 5.1%
A 2D bullet hell platform shooter where you play as a normal shark...with a laser strapped to his head. Battle through worlds to defeat the dastardly denizens of the deep lead by the mean mustachio'd menace himself!
Why similar: Underwater 36.9% ★, Bullet Hell 29.1%, Shooter 12.9%, Action 5.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%
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 31.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Shooter 12.9%, Retro 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
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 31.2%, Bullet Hell 26.5%, Shooter 12.9%, Old School 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
The machine world of Molybdion has fallen into disarray. As Nidhogg eats the root of the planet, unending wars rage on the surface! Slice your way through hordes of metallic foes in five frantic levels, defeat fearsome bosses, and dodge countless bullets in this vintage vertical shoot 'em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Bullet Hell 24.4%, Shooter 10.8%, Old School 10%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
Atomanta is a sci-fi retro-styled vertical shoot 'em-up inspired by various Mega Drive and arcade titles from the '90s, by combining the old-school visuals of pixel art with a more modern approach of a faster bullet hell experience, smaller hitbox, and a bunch of weapons to fight off enemy forces.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Shooter 13.1%, Old School 8%, Action 5.2%
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 25.1%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Old School 13.1%, Retro 11.1%, Shooter 9.1%
A twitchy shoot 'em up boss rush game inspired by run 'n gun classics. Fight your way through seven challenging bosses and hitch a ride off this awful planet.
Why similar: Boss Rush 33.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
A shoot'em'up game for up to 4 players that combines advanced RPG advancement elements with pure space shooter action, 20 unlockable weapons & 4 heroes with varied strengths in their 10 primary stats, along with each ship's 10 aspects, add a huge variety of choices for all gamers.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Character Customization 14.1%, Roguelite 12.2%, Shooter 11.9%
Dodge, slash, and shoot your way through waves of enemies while collecting items. Blast off on a quick trip toward the Moon in Radio-allergic Shoot ’Em Up!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.2%, Shooter 13.5%, Action 6.7%, 2D 5.3%
Proxy Air Force is a 2D Arcade Shoot Them Up game based on the story of the world war which broke out between the US and CES countries in 2020.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Shooter 11.6%, Retro 9.2%, Old School 8.4%
Probo Rush is a classic shoot 'em up bullet hell game with a boss rush twist. Fight against machines, aliens, and nature as you take on 15 challenging boss battles. With adjustable health and an Assist Mode, Probo Rush offers a challenging but accessible gaming experience.
Why similar: Boss Rush 29.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Shooter 8.6%, Old School 7.2%
Experience intense, fast-paced action as you dodge enemy fire, collect Xsteel scrap, and upgrade powerful ship systems. Navigate across beautiful expanses of the galaxy in levels filled with challenging foes and epic boss battles.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Shooter 17.2%, Action 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
Plunge into a vibrant underwater world as a heroic mermaid—battle whimsical sea creatures, clean up ocean pollution, and team up with your crab companion in a charming roguelite adventure.
Why similar: Underwater 36% ★, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Roguelite 17%, Shooter 9.5%, Family Friendly 5.9%
Embark on an adventure through space with the ferocious HELLSTAR SQUADRON. Dodge wave after wave of bullets, shoot the demons back to hell, and save the galaxy in this fresh, retro shoot 'em up/bullet hell experience!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Bullet Hell 28.2%, Retro 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Action 8.1%
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 26.9%, Bullet Hell 23.3%, Shooter 14.6%, Old School 10.2%, Action 8.5%
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 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Boss Rush 17.4% ★, Shooter 12.1%, Retro 8.3%
SSATNOTMM is a small action game with roguelite elements. Survive waves of enemies, buy permanent upgrades, befriend colorful characters, die and do it all over again.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Roguelite 14.6%, Shooter 11.7%, Retro 6.1%
Super Glitter Rush is a boss-rush style bullet hell shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.1%, Bullet Hell 28%, Shooter 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%, Action 5.3%
The galaxy is being threatened by an army of robots, but a brave hamster will step up as the hero!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Bullet Hell 25.9%, Old School 13.8%, Action 12%, Retro 9.9%
All-out 360-degree assault! A roguelite shooter where you pilot an sci-fi fighter to eliminate grotesque enemies fused with fruit and machinery, constantly upgrading your weaponry.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Bullet Hell 27.4%, Roguelite 16.9%, Shooter 11.3%, Retro 4.9%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, Shooter 12.7%, Old School 11.8%, Retro 7.3%
Destroy bosses one after another in this fast-paced and dynamic abyssal bullet hell!
Why similar: Underwater 36.7% ★, Bullet Hell 27.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Character Customization 5.8%, Action 4.4%
Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Shooter 13.4%, Old School 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
Help her heart battle tough bosses in this Boss Rush, Bullet-hell with rogue-like elements. Fight through several randomly chosen boss battles leading up to a final battle. Each defeated monster will give her random gifts that power up her heart. Don't let her heart break!
Why similar: Boss Rush 28% ★, Bullet Hell 27.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Roguelite 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 3.5%
A sci-fi shoot'em'up game with heavy focus on upgrades experimentation, featuring two unlikely heroes that must work perfectly together, despite their share of secrets, to surpass their limits and succeed in eliminating a threat that might destroy both Earth and Andraxia if left unchecked.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Shooter 12.2%, Character Customization 12.1%, Old School 9.6%
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 35.2%, Bullet Hell 33.1%, Retro 10.7%, Action 5.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
A 2D platformer where you play as a magical unicorn battling through a world of alpha characters, symbols, and emojis! See if you can survive through all 26 levels of absolute unicorn madness! 🦄✨🌈
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Old School 11.8%, Shooter 11.6%, Retro 8.1%
Slash, shoot, guard, grow! Karous, a Dreamcast shoot 'em up originally released back in 2007, is now soaring onto PC. Play as Karous, a girl who lost her parents in a great war with humans. Driven by her father's dying words, she descends to Earth in search of the Sanguis Dei.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.5%, Bullet Hell 33.7%, Shooter 16.7%, 2D 5.5%, Action 4.6%
Inspired by the heyday of 8-bit arcade gaming, Crome: Before Purgatory is an intense space shoot em' up experience. Play as the Galactic Consul's best star pilot, Crome, and fend off endless the hoards of invaders while competing for the top score on the global leaderboard.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Retro 11.3%, Action 10.5%, Shooter 10.5%
AngerForce: Reloaded is an action-packed vertically scrolling shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades. This high octane experience is set against the backdrop of a 19th century human world that has seen the outbreak of a robot rebellion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.9%, Bullet Hell 37.3%, Shooter 21.7%
A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Roguelite 14.8%, Shooter 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
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 32.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Shooter 14%, Action 5.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%
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 36.2%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Shooter 13.7%, Retro 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%
"LinearShooter Remixed" is a game that combines vertical scrolling bullet hell shmup with rogue-lite that combine power-ups to build builds. Let's aim to clear the stage by assembling your ship with power-up while getting drunk with minimal and beautiful graphics and trance music.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Bullet Hell 25.9%, Roguelite 19.4%, Shooter 11.5%, Action 5.2%
Vertical scrolling shooter with all 5 pages
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shooter 14.5%, Retro 10.6%, Old School 7.4%
Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Shooter 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Old School 7.4%
A high-definition arcade shooter blending old-school action with modern polish. Battle across the Solar System, upgrade your weapons, and unlock tougher challenges in Nemesis Mode - all set to a hypnotic, retro-electro soundtrack.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Old School 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Shooter 13%, Retro 12%
The planets have orbited peacefully for countless millennia. But then… BOOM! Now all orbital bodies are free to move independent of gravity (and they can respawn when defeated too.) You're The Earth… good luck!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Bullet Hell 30.2%, Roguelite 18.5%, Action 6.8%, Combat 3.6%
SeaQuest Dungeon is a fast-paced, twin-stick shooter roguelite. With limited resources, choose different props to create powerful combinations to challenge higher difficulties and unlock new skills and weapons.
Why similar: Underwater 24.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Roguelite 14%, Shooter 9.7%
A simplistic, dynamic Touhou fangame bullet hell shmup with a pixel art esthetic. Shoot down your enemies and dodge your way through an incessant barrage of projectiles!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Shooter 11.9%, Action 6%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
Erika America is an bullet hell video game. Fly and shoot your way through 5 levels, each culminating in a boss battle with a supervillain.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Shooter 15.4%, Action 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
Cube is an intriguing fast paced 2D shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Shooter 19.1%, Action 11%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
A thunderous concert appears...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shooter 12%, Old School 9.8%, Family Friendly 7.4%
Starship Architect is a high-octane roguelike where every decision counts. Battle relentless enemies, choose from a dynamic arsenal of weapons and upgrades, and strategically assemble your ship. Unlock powerful new parts after each run and craft the perfect starship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Roguelite 17.3%, Shooter 11.2%, Retro 5.8%
Just Squat is a shmup and visual Nobel game that focuses on boss fight by growing up a boy. Grow the boy by encountering various events at the gym and school, and push Babel out with all your might! The difficulty of boss fight and the boy's growth will be determined by the exercise you choose!
Why similar: Boss Rush 30.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Old School 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
Experience the epic conclusion of Toaplan's legendary shooter series with Batsugun including the lauded Special version! Choose your favorite character and spaceship in this thrilling genre-defining bullet-hell action. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Bullet Hell 30.3%, Old School 9.8%, Retro 6.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
Bubblesinker is an underwater roguelite shooter where you must survive fish schools' attacks and battle against gigantic sea creatures. Unlock new characters with unique weapons and hook up helpful companions to help you in your watery crusade.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.7%, Underwater 28.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Action 4.9%, 2D 4.1%
As The House of God races towards heaven, Jack blasts their way to the conductor in this chaotic and fast-paced Rogue-Lite.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Roguelite 15.2%, Shooter 12%, Old School 9.1%
A 2D arcade shoot 'em up forged in the age of fire, feedback and METAL! It's a fast, loud and unforgiving ride on an atomic warhead through a hellish concert of beer, bullets and riffs. Crank it up to eleven, and strap in for the ride!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Shooter 12.7%, Old School 7.6%, Action 4.9%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Bullet Hell 28.6%, Shooter 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Retro 6.9%
A classic style SHMUP in the tradition of 80's and 90's vertical scrolling shooters. Maximize your run and get to the top of the High-score Leaderboard. Can you achieve the rank of Fleet Admiral? It's a challenge. Visit our website for a free playable browser demo of the game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Bullet Hell 23%, Shooter 15.5%, Old School 9.3%, Action 8.1%
Pilot your sub through waves of angry sea-life and punishing bosses in this aquatic twin-stick shooter.
Why similar: Underwater 27.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shooter 10%, Old School 6.4%
In this retro space shooter you will have the opportunity to take control of a space fighter and crush waves of enemies. Show all your agility and reaction!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Bullet Hell 27.5%, Shooter 12.4%, Old School 7.8%, Action 5.3%
This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.5%, Shooter 17.3%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Action 8.9%, 2D 4.5%
Pilot the tank Golgalian in an endless micro shoot 'em up inspired by arcades old and new. Blast mechs, dodge bullets, and compete on the global leaderboard!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Shooter 14.6%, Retro 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%
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 29.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Old School 11.4%, Action 9.2%, Retro 7.2%
Nowhere Patrol is a boss rush game with bullet hell and platforming elements. Inspired by classic action arcade games with it's steep difficulty curve and non-stop action.
Why similar: Boss Rush 37.9% ★, Bullet Hell 25.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Action 8.2%, 2D 4.4%
High-speed horizontal shmups in which many fairies fight together!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Shooter 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Action 4.5%
