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Games Like BULLET SOUL

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

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Blending classic shooting game design with a substantial dose of modern day bullet hell and flashy pyrotechnics, Bullet Soul has it all! Play through multiple modes, all designed to welcome newcomers to the genre, but also challenge experts aiming for ever higher scores.

Reviews: Very Positive — 84% — of 73 reviews
Released: 2017-04-06
Developer: MAGES. Inc.
Publisher: 5pb
Genres: Action
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 3.5 hrs
Mean playtime: 5.9 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 85%

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    97% matchMostly Positive74% of 92 reviews2017
    Dev: MAGES. Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Bullet Soul Infinite Burst is a vertically scrolling shooting game crossing old-school gameplay with a bullet hell twist. It adds numerous gameplay enhancements over its predecessor, Bullet Soul, not least of which is Burst Mode. The same aggressive, bullet-cancelling gameplay, now with more destruction, more coins and more tunes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%, Action 11.5%, Anime 11.2%

  2. #2 Danmaku Unlimited 3
    96% matchVery Positive87% of 240 reviews2017
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40%, Bullet Hell 33%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, Action 8.9%, Sci-fi 5.3%

  3. #3 DoDonPachi Resurrection
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,051 reviews2016
    Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.1%, Bullet Hell 35.2%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%, Anime 7.6%, Action 5%

  4. #4 BLUE REVOLVER
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 858 reviews2016
    Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.4%, Bullet Hell 26%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Anime 7.4%, Action 5.3%

  5. #5 Mushihimesama
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,525 reviews2015
    Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.2%, Bullet Hell 35.8%, Great Soundtrack 11.7%, Anime 6.6%, Action 4.7%

  6. #6 Danmaku Unlimited 2
    94% matchVery Positive93% of 481 reviews2014
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Classic Japanese style vertical manic shooting action! Shoot, dodge and explode your way through the second entry in the critically acclaimed Danmaku Unlimited series. Battle through nail-biting bullet patterns and compete for dominance on the global leaderboard!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.8%, Bullet Hell 39%, Great Soundtrack 10%, Action 6.2%

  7. #7 RefRain - prism memories -
    93% matchVery Positive98% of 135 reviews2016
    Dev: RebRankPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    RefRain - prism memories - is an empowering, cyberpunk, bullet-hell shoot-’em-up that focuses on fast-paced, offensive gameplay. “Dive” into a hazardous digital world, cycle through 3 different attack modes, and delete the opposition with superior firepower.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.3%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Action 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, Anime 7.4%

  8. #8 Ikaruga
    92% matchVery Positive95% of 2,307 reviews2014
    Dev: TREASURE
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Shoot! Dodge! and... Get Hit!? "Ikaruga" is a vertical shoot 'em up that features an unique polarity-switching gameplay. Switch the ship's polarity and "get hit and absorb" enemy bullets! Achieve High Score with the chain bonus!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.2%, Bullet Hell 35.9%, Great Soundtrack 8.6%, Action 3.3%, Sci-fi 1.9%

  9. #9 DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours
    91% matchVery Positive82% of 813 reviews2015
    Dev: PyramidPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours is the latest installment in Taito's DARIUS series of arcade-style shooting games. Blast hordes of alien sea-monsters, and blaze your own trail through branching environments.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 59.3%, Great Soundtrack 17.5%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Action 6.5%

  10. #10 Bullet Heaven 2
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 520 reviews2015
    Dev: Matt Roszak
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Bullet Heaven 2 is a bullet-hell shoot-em-up inspired by games like Touhou and Jamestown. It's all about shooting every cute thing that moves, while dodging hundreds of shiny bullets per second!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.9%, Bullet Hell 35.2%, Great Soundtrack 15.1%, Action 8%, Anime 5.9%

  11. #11 Steel Vampire
    89% matchVery Positive91% of 97 reviews2018
    Dev: AkiragoyaPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Hear the shrieks of colliding metal! Behold the true form of steel! An explosive onslaught of shooting action!!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.4%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Action 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Anime 6.9%

  12. #12 弹幕音乐绘 ~风雷幻奏曲~ / Barrage Musical ~A Fantasy of Tempest~
    89% matchVery Positive96% of 357 reviews2017
    Dev: SlimeSmile
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    This is a music rhythm STG where stages with highly BGM synchronization will show you a barrage musical; A shop system with dozens of items available offers you infinite possibility; An AI based auto dodging system benefits beginners.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Bullet Hell 29.3%, Great Soundtrack 19.3%, Action 11.2%, Anime 9.7%

  13. #13 Hellsinker.
    87% matchVery Positive90% of 267 reviews2019
    Dev: Ruminant’s WhimperPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    A legendary SHMUP influential to the best makers in the genre, Hellsinker is now available on steam in its most advanced form! Gameplay, story, graphics, and even music all united into one cohesive and highly dimensional Shoot-em-up!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.5%, Bullet Hell 28.5%, Anime 13.2%, Action 8.2%, Cute 4%

  14. #14 Senko no Ronde 2
    88% matchMostly Positive77% of 64 reviews2017
    Dev: G.rev Ltd.Pub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Senko no Ronde 2 is a fast-paced one-on-one action game offering an eclectic mix of the shooting and fighting genres in a mech-filled bullet ballet played out in space! And with Zuntata alumnus Yasuhisa Watanabe on board, you can expect a superb soundtrack too.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.9%, Bullet Hell 25.1%, Action 21.5%, Anime 14.6%

  15. #15 Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo
    86% matchVery Positive84% of 602 reviews2015
    Dev: SynsetPub: New Blood Interactive
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 193.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Fantastic Danmaku Festival is a Touhou Project fanfiction STG with colourful danmaku, beautiful remix music and original music. Besides the characters we know in Touhou Project, there is also a brand new original character named Nix in this game! With the Scarlet Devil mansion as their stage, the girls are soaring in the sky of Gensokyo!

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  17. #17 Ghost Blade HD
    86% matchVery Positive87% of 55 reviews2017
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  18. #18 DEVIL BLADE REBOOT
    79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 802 reviews2024
    Dev: SHIGATAKE GAMES
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!

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  19. #19 Graze Counter
    82% matchVery Positive96% of 313 reviews2017
    Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.3%, Bullet Hell 26.9%, Anime 13.7%, Action 8.5%, Sci-fi 6.2%

  20. #20 SUGURI
    84% matchVery Positive83% of 222 reviews2014
    Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Rockin' Android
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Experience the rush of battle with the fan acclaimed Bullet-Hell shooter "SUGURI". You're equipped with an automatic lock-on targeting system and a unique arsenal of hyper weapons, power shields, and more. Sure, she may look cute, but when it's time to fight, it's all business.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 31%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Anime 19.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.4%, Action 7.6%

  21. #21 XIIZEAL
    83% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015
    Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.8%, Action 23.9%, Bullet Hell 21.3%

  22. #22 Sky Force Reloaded
    81% matchVery Positive93% of 2,659 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.

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  23. #23 Sky Force Anniversary
    81% matchVery Positive92% of 2,138 reviews2015
    Dev: Infinite Dreams
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    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.

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  24. #24 Dimension Tripper Neptune: TOP NEP
    79% matchVery Positive95% of 714 reviews2022
    Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Older Neptune and friends shoot and slash through enemies of Gamindustri in this rail shooter!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.7%, Bullet Hell 32.6%, Action 14.9%, Anime 14.8%

  25. #25 Graze Counter GM
    78% matchVery Positive97% of 183 reviews2023
    Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Bullet Hell 27.7%, Anime 13.8%, Action 8%, Sci-fi 7.3%

  26. #26 Game Tengoku CruisinMix Special
    82% matchMostly Positive78% of 100 reviews2017
    Dev: CITY CONNECTIONPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42%, Bullet Hell 30.1%, Anime 14.4%, Action 8.5%, Cute 5.1%

  27. #27 Murasaki
    80% matchVery Positive91% of 133 reviews2016
    Dev: KatatemaPub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    "Murasaki" is a puzzle explosion game. Use explosions to clear the screen of pesky obstacles filling it up. The only controls you need are the directional buttons and two other buttons (Z and X)!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.5%, Bullet Hell 27.9%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, Action 10.8%, Anime 10.6%

  28. #28 Star Saviors
    78% matchVery Positive82% of 1,683 reviews2016
    Dev: Sharpened Edge Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Saviors brings the best bullet hell experience you can find on Steam. Play through 18 challenging stages in this ultimate test of tactics and reflexes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 51.1%, Bullet Hell 27.2%, Great Soundtrack 11.9%, Action 7.1%, Sci-fi 2.8%

  29. #29 Deathsmiles
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 609 reviews2016
    Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%

    Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.8%, Bullet Hell 32.6%, Anime 8.6%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%, Action 5.9%

  30. #30 Jigoku Kisetsukan: Sense of the Seasons
    77% matchVery Positive93% of 1,762 reviews2015
    Dev: Emad
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 39%

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  31. #31 Xmas Shooting - Scramble!!
    76% matchVery Positive93% of 138 reviews2016
    Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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  32. #32 Space Invaders Extreme
    75% 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?

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  33. #33 DELTAZEAL
    76% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 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: Shoot 'Em Up 60.1%, Action 39.9%

  34. #34 Bullet Hell Monday
    72% 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 49.3%, Bullet Hell 36%, Great Soundtrack 7.8%, Action 6.8%

  35. #35 Wings Of Bluestar
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 64 reviews2020
    Dev: Shinu Real Arts
    Windows · Linux

    This is an arcade horizontal shoot'em up, that combines solid arcade controls with modern elements like bullet hell phases, tiny hitboxes, different types of gameplay and scoring, collectibles, trophies and many other features, which makes Wings Of Bluestar a fun shmup for both casuals and regulars.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.3%, Bullet Hell 30.2%, Anime 15.8%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Action 8%

  36. #36 Steel Empire
    74% matchMostly Positive77% of 107 reviews2018
    Dev: mebius.
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Steel Empire is a steam punk shoot'em up game featuring a frantic combat filled with powerful enemies and insane obstacles. Enjoy a beautiful world and retro game-play as you dodge and shoot your way through classical stages to fight the evil empire!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 56.8%, Action 21.3%, Great Soundtrack 19.7%, Casual 2.2%

  37. #37 Jet Lancer
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 1,187 reviews2020
    Dev: Code WakersPub: Armor Games Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Jet Lancer is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you duel enemy aviators, hunt giant robots, and defy death at supersonic speeds as you evolve from an unknown rookie aviator into a once-in-a-generation ACE pilot.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Great Soundtrack 19.8%, Action 9.5%, Anime 9%

  38. #38 Super Hydorah
    73% matchVery Positive88% of 306 reviews2017
    Dev: LocomalitoPub: Abylight Studios
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Super Hydorah is a nonlinear horizontal shoot’ em up designed to offer a challenging experience, sublimating the richness of traditional shmup classics. Face the menace of the Meroptians aboard the Delta Lance, alone or with your friends in this game with direct action and nostalgic art.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 56.5%, Great Soundtrack 17.1%, Action 12.3%, Bullet Hell 10.5%, Sci-fi 3.6%

  39. #39 Echoes+
    73% matchVery Positive92% of 857 reviews2015
    Dev: Binary Zoo
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%

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  40. #40 Zenohell
    75% matchMostly Positive71% of 85 reviews2015
    Dev: Team Grybanser Fox
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 30%

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

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 68.8%, Action 31.2%

  41. #41 Super Glitter Rush
    70% matchVery Positive96% of 113 reviews2021
    Dev: tiny cactus studio
    Windows

    Super Glitter Rush is a boss-rush style bullet hell shoot-em-up!

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  42. #42 Vector Strain
    74% matchMostly Positive76% of 70 reviews2015
    Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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  43. #43 REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
    72% matchVery Positive90% of 398 reviews2014
    Dev: Cross EagletPub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.

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  44. #44 Touhou Shinreibyou ~ Ten Desires.
    70% matchVery Positive95% of 415 reviews2019
    Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 246.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想!

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  45. #45 PAWARUMI
    71% matchVery Positive92% of 79 reviews2018
    Dev: Manufacture 43
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Pawarumi is a modern shoot’em up set in a retro futuristic sci-fi pre-Columbian universe. You’ll take control of the almighty ship Chukaru and its three unique weapons! Shoot wisely to either do double damage, heal yourself or charge your Super Attack!

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  46. #46 Mamorukun ReCurse!
    63% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2025
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    Everyone, gather at the YO-KAI Disco! The cursed shooting party begins! All past game modes, additional characters, and BGM are included at once!

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    71% matchMostly Positive77% of 316 reviews2012
    Dev: EdelweissPub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%

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  48. #48 Touhou Tenkuushou ~ Hidden Star in Four Seasons.
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,521 reviews2017
    Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 268.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    桜を見ながら西瓜を割り、紅葉を見ながら鍋をつつく こんな季節に誰がした! イレギュラーでシーズナルなシューティング幻想!

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  49. #49 Sophstar
    66% matchVery Positive100% of 102 reviews2022
    Dev: Banana Bytes
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    A vertical arcade shoot'em up with an inventive teleport system, lots of fast-blazing action and explosions, tons of boss fights, a risk/reward based score system and a proper challenge for both veteran and new players of the genre.

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    70% matchVery Positive81% of 402 reviews2015
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  51. #51 Touhou Kishinjou ~ Double Dealing Character.
    67% matchVery Positive99% of 410 reviews2019
    Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 569.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 36%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Great Soundtrack 20.3%, Action 6.9%, Anime 4.9%

  52. #52 Jet Buster
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 59 reviews2017
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    Windows
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    Jet Buster is the new 90s anthro shmup, going back to the cuter roots of the genre.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 70.5%, Action 29.5%

  53. #53 Wild Guns Reloaded
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 477 reviews2017
    Dev: NatsumeAtariPub: Natsume Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Wild Guns Reloaded is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter, mixing the Wild West with steampunk. Play as Clint, Annie, Doris, or Bullet the dog with his sentry drone. Grab some friends and play together for some four player action!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 56.4%, Action 22.1%, Great Soundtrack 21.5%

  54. #54 Revolution Ace
    69% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,880 reviews2014
    Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLC
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    A deep, tactical shoot'em up. With every takedown, you’ll earn cash and xp to upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Online and local co-op. Unique versus mode. Realistic physics and water simulation.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 62.3%, Bullet Hell 23.8%, Action 9.5%, Anime 4.4%

  55. #55 ESCHATOS
    68% matchVery Positive97% of 298 reviews2015
    Dev: QutePub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    An alien menace has descended on Earth! Defend the world from UFO invasion in this superb arcade shooter from Qute. Use your weapons effectively, deflect enemy bullets with your shield, and recapture the Moon from alien infestation!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.1%, Great Soundtrack 20.7%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Action 12.9%

  56. #56 Gunvein
    64% 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 52.4%, Bullet Hell 31.2%, Action 10.9%, Sci-fi 5.5%

  57. #57 Waves
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,549 reviews2011
    Dev: Squid In A Box Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Waves is an Arcade Twin-Stick Shooter that's all about High Scores. Build your combo and drop bombs in pursuit of Leaderboard dominance over seven game-modes!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.2%, Bullet Hell 34%, Great Soundtrack 15.1%, Action 7.7%

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