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  1. #1 Cosmonator
    97% matchVery Positive87% of 101 reviews2019
    Dev: Bourbontank
    Windows

    Cosmonator is an 'RPG-em-up': a hybrid of classic fast-paced top-down shoot-em-up action infused with deep character building elements. Build up your own unique alien-killing machine to avenge the destruction of planet Earth!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Top-Down Shooter 23.8%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Action 6.5%, Top-Down 5.9%

  2. #2 Rangok Skies
    96% 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: Bullet Hell 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 9.6%, Co-op Campaign 8.7%

  3. #3 Crisis Wing
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 89 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: Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Local Co-Op 9%, PvE 8%

  4. #4 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
    95% matchVery Positive97% of 357 reviews2021
    Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 10.5%, Shooter 9.4%

  5. #5 Devileader
    94% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2021
    Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    Devileader, a fearsome space demon who once have destroyed countless planets of the solar system is about to be resurrected by his minions and fanatics, who want to bring chaos to the universe. Pilot the agile space interceptor Deviship and survive the terror of this demon lord.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, PvE 12%, Shooter 9.1%, Top-Down 7.7%

  6. #6 Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire
    93% matchVery Positive90% of 58 reviews2020
    Dev: AlfaSystem Co.,Ltd.Pub: Chorus Worldwide Games
    Windows

    Sparks flare around the man all five sisters wish to claim. Introducing the new vertical scrolling shooter game!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 35.2%, Bullet Hell 32.3%, Arcade 10.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.9%, Action 4.6%

  7. #7 WOLFLAME
    92% 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 29.8%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 10.6%, Top-Down 7.6%

  8. #8 Super Nano Blaster
    91% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2022
    Dev: 3.5 Inch TeamPub: Ankama Games
    Windows · Mac

    Super Nano Blaster is a shoot-em-up for PC and Mac, offering single-player and local co-op modes, that transports you to a retro-style digital universe. Delve into technology with your vessel and destroy anything that gets in your way!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16%, Local Co-Op 13.6%, Score Attack 9.1%, Dystopian 8.8%

  9. #9 Sophstar
    91% matchVery Positive100% of 102 reviews2022
    Dev: Banana Bytes
    Windows

    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.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shooter 7.1%, Aliens 7%

  10. #10 Game Tengoku CruisinMix Special
    90% matchMostly Positive78% of 100 reviews2017
    Dev: CITY CONNECTIONPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Game Tengoku CrusinMix is a vertically scrolling shooting game mixing cute characters, a game world parodying a wide range of gaming tropes and history, tight controls, refined mechanics and eggplants?!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Local Co-Op 18.4%, Shooter 9.9%, Anime 9.3%

  11. #11 Nova Strike
    89% matchMixed64% of 22 reviews2023
    Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
    Windows

    Fire up your blaster cannons and take on waves of enemies in this retro shoot'em up with procedural levels. Come back stronger with each attempt and beat the high score!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 8.6%

  12. #12 Sky Force Reloaded
    88% 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.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Local Co-Op 14.6%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%

  13. #13 The Hurricane of the Varstray -Collateral hazard-
    89% 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 26.3%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 9.7%, Anime 8.4%, Arcade 6.1%

  14. #14 RagingBlasters
    86% matchVery Positive99% of 123 reviews2021
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Local Co-Op 19%, Shooter 11.8%, Score Attack 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%

  15. #15 Startide
    87% matchMixed63% of 24 reviews2017
    Dev: Swimming ScorpionsPub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
    Windows · Mac

    Play as an elite pilot driving the Interstellar Recon Mecha geared with an unique set of weapons and special abilities. Create deadly fleet with gathered parts and weapons! Try out Startide's editor to make new spaceships with various technology you find along your journey.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shooter 12%, Action 7.9%

  16. #16 Castle of Shikigami 2
    85% matchPositive93% of 45 reviews2021
    Dev: Cosmo MachiaPub: Cosmo Machia inc.
    Windows

    The second installment of the dramatic shooter that gained popularity in the arcades is now coming to Steam with +α elements!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Shooter 12.9%, Local Co-Op 12.7%, Local Multiplayer 12.2%

  17. #17 SynthEscape
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: RabidTomato Games
    Windows · Linux

    A Synthwave bullet hell shoot 'em up where grazing enemy fire charges your bullet-slowing field and builds your score. Play through 5 levels in solo or co-op with leaderboard support. '80s vibes meet precision shmup gameplay. Graze Bullets. Bend Time. Break the Future.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Local Co-Op 12.7%, Top-Down Shooter 12%, Local Multiplayer 9.6%

  18. #18 Sky Force Anniversary
    83% 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.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Local Co-Op 13.5%, Arcade 7.3%

  19. #19 Riders 2491
    84% matchMixed55% of 22 reviews2020
    Dev: GoeX Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Riders 2491 is an action shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades with modern visuals.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Co-op Campaign 10.6%, Local Co-Op 8.8%, Shooter 8.8%

  20. #20 BroodStar
    82% matchVery Positive95% of 99 reviews2022
    Dev: David Schmidthoffer
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    BroodStar is a classic arcade shmup with roguelike elements. Acquire crazy item combos, encounter strange events and fight challenging bosses on a quest to destroy the living planet, the BroodStar.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Score Attack 7.9%, Shooter 7.2%

  21. #21 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    80% 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 23.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 5.6%

  22. #22 Starexcess
    81% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2019
    Dev: Super16bits
    Windows

    Escape from a tyrant government and save the planet Shambala. Be the resistance! Starexcess is a retro-looking vertical shoot 'em up inspired by the 16-bit era. Take on enemy armies and dodge frenetic shots in this shoot 'em up for one or two players in a local ofline co-op.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 15.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Local Multiplayer 14.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Bullet Hell 11.9%

  23. #23 Intersecta
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 11th Dan
    Windows

    "Intersecta" is an intense tactical top-down space combat game with a stylized sci-fi aesthetic. Devoid of humans, the game is set in another dimension where only cybernetic insects have evolved. The player takes control of an Intersecta fighter pilot hoping to survive an intergalactic invasion.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 20.9%, Co-op Campaign 19.1%, Local Multiplayer 14.6%, Top-Down Shooter 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.2%

  24. #24 Topspace
    79% 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 21.8%, Local Multiplayer 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Score Attack 10.2%, Shooter 7.2%

  25. #25 Astro Fighters
    78% 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 19.3%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.9%, Shooter 8.8%, Local Co-Op 7.7%

  26. #26 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
    78% 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: Bullet Hell 26.5%, Top-Down Shooter 25.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 9.3%

  27. #27 Proto Trigger
    81% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Busted Atlas
    Windows

    An arcade shoot'em up with unique power-infusion gameplay. Face down an unknown army alone or with a friend in online or local co-op. Navigate the cosmos to save the remants of humanity, or join them in extinction!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Local Co-Op 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, PvE 8.1%

  28. #28 Asteroidia
    76% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Duk Studios
    Windows

    A simple and fun space shooter.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, PvE 11.2%, Shooter 8.1%

  29. #29 Galactic Wars EX
    77% matchPositive89% of 35 reviews2022
    Dev: Volcano BytesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Galactic Wars EX is a pixel perfect co-op retro arcade shmup retrogaming experience for modern pcs

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Local Co-Op 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Aliens 10.4%, PvE 6.5%

  30. #30 The Art Of Flight
    75% matchPositive93% of 14 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 19%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Arcade 7.8%

  31. #31 Psyvariar 3
    79% matchNo user 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 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Shooter 8.4%, Arcade 6.7%

  32. #32 SUPERVERSE
    74% matchMixed66% of 41 reviews2025
    Dev: Superverse Industries
    Windows

    SUPERVERSE is a fast-paced, action-packed space shooter that launches you into an ancient network of interconnected universes. Your mission: travel back through space-time and prevent the extinction of humanity.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Local Co-Op 10%, Co-op Campaign 9.6%

  33. #33 Hellcrackers
    74% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
    Dev: Balazs Maczak
    Windows

    Hellcrackers is a survivors-like you can play solo or with up to 8 friends locally. Fight waves of monsters, and buy upgrades from the coins you collect! If you are a few coins short you can always accept curses for some extra cash!

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Local Multiplayer 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Shooter 7.9%

  34. #34 Airstrife: Assault of the Aviators
    76% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Kenisoft Game Studio
    Windows

    Use Aileron Rolling or Evading your enemies' attacks while having a realistic damage system. Use different planes with upgradable parts and numerous weapons you can mount to your planes to destroy your enemies. Fly solo or play with your friends and enjoy local coop. A modern re-invented classic.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Top-Down Shooter 12.1%, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.1%

  35. #35 The B.L.O.O.M Initiative
    73% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
    Dev: Trema-CodingPub: Trema-Coding Ltd
    Windows · Mac

    A fast-paced 2D top-down shoot 'em up with single-player and split-screen co-op. Pilot a drone, fight alien hordes, plant and grow bio-weapons, and survive procedurally generated battlefields in a fusion of action and strategy.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Co-op Campaign 14.8%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Aliens 8.9%

  36. #36 Battle AirForce
    72% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, PvE 10.9%, Shooter 8.3%

  37. #37 Never Not Shooting
    75% 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 18.7%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Local Multiplayer 13.6%, Local Co-Op 12.2%, Arcade 7.8%

  38. #38 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
    71% 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 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Shooter 8.6%, Top-Down 6.4%

  39. #39 Gunslinger Nova
    72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: instasiv
    Windows

    A top-down, 2d space-shooter that pits the user against swarms of alien ships from other dimensions. Destroy all enemies and portals as fast as possible. Battle increasingly tougher enemies through 40 Campaign levels and Endless Mode!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, PvE 12.7%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 7.3%

  40. #40 Always Surrender
    70% 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: Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 17%, PvE 10.6%, Score Attack 9.8%

  41. #41 SUPER FLAIL
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 158 reviews2018
    Dev: CryptMadePub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    SUPER FLAIL is a fast-paced arcade score attack game of flail-swinging rampage. Swing your flail to destroy everything until you die. Compare your score with other players and get on the top of the leaderboards.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, PvE 10.9%, Shooter 7.9%

  42. #42 Shikhondo: Youkai Rampage
    69% matchVery Positive85% of 80 reviews2024
    Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    Popular vertically scrolling shoot'em up game Shikhondo is back and powered up! One day, the soul-starved Youkai escape from the depths of hell. Now, the story of the Grim Reaper and the girl who has fallen into this land begins!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Arcade 10.1%, Anime 7.8%

  43. #43 ∀stralbringer -Shaded Arkarium-
    69% matchPositive86% of 43 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: Bullet Hell 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Dystopian 8.7%, Shooter 8.3%

  44. #44 4D:XD
    70% 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: Bullet Hell 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 7.4%

  45. #45 Project AionIX
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AionBlaze Studio
    Windows

    Blast through waves of alien enemies in Project AionIX! Master your piloting skills, dodge, and survive in this fast-paced space shooter!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 17%, Shooter 9.8%, Sci-fi 7.2%

  46. #46 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
    73% 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 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Bullet Hell 17%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Shooter 9.5%

  47. #47 GunBird
    68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
    Windows

    The second installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooters, following the 1993 Best Shooting Game award winner “Sengoku Ace”.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 9.5%

  48. #48 Crucible
    68% 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: Bullet Hell 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Shooter 9.4%, Top-Down 8.5%

  49. #49 Unstable Star
    67% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
    Dev: Heatwave Studios
    Windows

    Journey through Proximus-3 as Jaughn (pronounced “John”), and embark on a lighthearted and action-packed journey of redemption, quickly becoming embroiled in an unexpected Rebellion to save the galaxy.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Dystopian 11.3%, PvE 11.1%

  50. #50 VASARA Collection
    68% matchVery Positive82% of 145 reviews2019
    Dev: QUByte Interactive
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    For the very first time, highly acclaimed Japanese Arcade Shoot’em Ups - VASARA (2000) and VASARA 2 (2001) - are made available to the whole world via this package: VASARA COLLECTION!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Local Co-Op 13.1%, Anime 8.1%

  51. #51 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: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, Arcade 11.8%, Top-Down 6.7%

  52. #52 MachineGunner2 : Bullet Transcending
    66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: wellsleepnahw
    Windows

    MachineGunner 2 is a 2d top-down shooter game that Player controls four characters to clear stages and complete them as fast as possible. One hit will take you to the start line of the stage. So push it at your own pace.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, PvE 15.4%, Shooter 8.4%

  53. #53 Fate and Judgement
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: zelun_
    Windows

    Fate and Judgement is a vertical shoot'em up with roguelike elements and procedural stage generation. Fight Through hordes of an empire you once served and relieve your last mission until victory is yours!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Local Co-Op 11.9%, Score Attack 7.9%

  54. #54 Bullet Hell Monday
    66% 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: Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shooter 9.2%, Top-Down 7.9%

  55. #55 Eigengrau
    65% matchVery Positive100% of 88 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 18.6%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Top-Down Shooter 10.3%, Local Multiplayer 9.2%

  56. #56 Xenoraid: The First Space War
    67% matchVery Positive87% of 140 reviews2016
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with procedurally driven missions and detailed shooting mechanics. Modern features such as real time fighter switching and squadron management make Xenoraid a fresh and thrilling shooter!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Local Co-Op 14.4%, Bullet Hell 10.2%, Local Multiplayer 9.1%, Score Attack 8.6%

  57. #57 ASSAULT SHELL
    67% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2021
    Dev: Team Overloaded
    Windows

    Engage in an action packed shoot em' up adventure! Choose from 4 powerful fighters and fight through 5 intense stages! Multiple tough and challenging bosses stand in your way, so use the insanity system BLANK STAND to erase them all!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Shooter 10.3%, Dystopian 9.8%, Arcade 8.5%

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