- #1 Super Meteor
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HZ3 Software
Windows
Can "Super Meteor" save the universe from the space debris created by the development of space by the people of Earth?
Why similar: Space 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Action 11.1%, Aliens 10.3%, Sci-fi 9.5%
- #2 Waifu Space Conquest
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Sweet Banana GamesPub: Gamuzumi
Windows · Linux
In Waifu Space Conquest you can play a nostalgic arcade game. Conquer all the space to pass the level. Confine the aliens in your claimed space to kill them.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.2%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 11.5%, Aliens 9.9%, Casual 9.8%
- #3 Attack from Izar 2250
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Xayba
Windows
Alien attackers from the Izar system are invading Earth! Battle the extraterrestrial menace in endless waves in this tribute to classic alien 'invader' shooters from the late '70s and early '80s. Aim for the high score by destroying the evil alien monsters!
Why similar: Aliens 17.1%, Score Attack 16.9%, Arcade 14.1%, Shooter 13.5%, Space 8.6%
- #4 Devastation - Annihilate the Alien Race
95% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Myke WillsPub: Enfenyx Games
Windows
Devastation - Annihilate the Alien Race, is a 2D, dual stick shoot em' up, bullet hell, arcade game. Tear up hordes of aliens with skill based game play, bombs & upgrades to obliterate everything!. Gun down 11 massive bosses, bank insane score on the leaderboards & overcome clouds of enemy fire.
Why similar: Action 16.4%, Indie 15.8%, Aliens 12.6%, Casual 12%, Score Attack 10.1%
- #5 Avoid the Missiles
94% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: ES Studio
Windows
A simple control 2D action dodge game where you survive by avoiding incoming missiles. It combines varied missile patterns, difficulty modes, and skin collection in a hyper‑casual format.
Why similar: Arcade 15.4%, Score Attack 13.1%, Space 12.2%, Action 11.8%, Casual 10.2%
- #6 They Came From the Sky
94% matchVery Positive94% of 67 reviews2019
Dev: FobTi interactive
Windows
They Came From the Sky is tiny, retro styled, highly-addictive and fast paced arcade game wherein you take the role of one of the Flying Saucers in the 1950s with one and only one Mission: Make a delicious juicy Human Smoothie!
Why similar: Casual 16.2%, Aliens 16.1%, Action 12.5%, Indie 12.5%, Score Attack 12%
- #7 NYAN DESTROYER
93% matchPositive89% of 37 reviews2018
Dev: Khokhlov
Windows
NYAN DESTROYER is a military squad of special purpose, whose main goal is to cleanse the universe of cute creatures. These creatures have already enslaved most of the human population that is why people prefer to play carelessly with them, and not to destroy them... Fight back against them!
Why similar: Indie 17.5%, Casual 14.9%, Space 14.6%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Action 12.1%
- #8 Grav Blazer
92% matchMixed48% of 161 reviews2017
Dev: Ripknot Systems
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 12%
Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.
Why similar: Aliens 12.4%, Space 10.5%, Shooter 10.2%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Arcade 8.9%
- #9 Rescue Guardian Blaster
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: fvs games
Windows · Linux
Rescue Guardian Blaster is a fast-paced, score-focused shoot 'em up! Destroy enemy ships by matching your ship's gun color to the enemy's to earn more points, all while tracking your score against the best players or your friends.
Why similar: Aliens 17.4%, Shooter 14.6%, Action 13.4%, Arcade 13.4%, Space 10.4%
- #10 War in Space
91% matchNo user reviews2018
Dev: Aternix
Windows
War in Space is a retro style arcade shooter where you battle waves of unrelenting enemy ships with a whopping 81 levels and over 50 technologies available in the tech tree to keep you challenged right until the final wave.
Why similar: Casual 15.6%, Shooter 14.7%, Arcade 13.4%, Action 13.2%, Indie 11%
- #11 Collapsion
90% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Chris Corkill
Windows
When a black hole generates enough strength to destroy the entire universe, it's called Collapsion. It's up to you to defend the universe for as long as possible to stop Collapsion from happening in this Arcade Shooter!
Why similar: Aliens 18.3%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 11.1%, Casual 10.4%, Space 9.9%
- #12 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
89% 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: Score Attack 14.1%, Shooter 13.1%, Space 12.9%, Arcade 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
- #13 PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift
89% 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 14.8%, Aliens 14.6%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #14 Cowpocalypse
88% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Baobeld
Windows
An arcade style game, abduct cows to increase your score!
Why similar: Score Attack 19.1%, Aliens 16.6%, Casual 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Arcade 13%
- #15 Metacell: Genesis ARCADE
86% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: PoseyPub: Products for Robots
Windows
This action packed sci-fi match three shooter is an homage to the classic arcade games we grew up with.
Why similar: Score Attack 14.2%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 11.8%, Casual 11.2%, Aliens 9.1%
- #16 Alien Break
87% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: -yu-
Windows
Block Break x InvadersChallenge your limits as a playerAim for S rank
Why similar: Aliens 21.6%, Casual 19.4%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Score Attack 14.6%, Arcade 13.9%
- #17 Gravity SQUARE -グラビティ スクエア-
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Musiiiik GamesPub: Musik Games
Windows
Part-time work urgently needed! Beginners welcome! Manipulate the gravity of the planet Square and earn your wages by collecting the many aliens that spring up! Compete for income with other part time worker from around the world!
Why similar: Score Attack 23%, Casual 20.6%, Arcade 13.5%, Space 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
- #18 Shibuya 88 StarBurner
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Xayba
Windows
Aliens are attacking Tokyo and kidnapping its citizens to transform them into mutants! Pilot the StarBurner to battle enemy waves, rescue helpless humans, and survive relentless alien attacks in this fast-paced arcade shooter.
Why similar: Score Attack 21.2%, Shooter 16.8%, Arcade 16.4%, Aliens 13.5%, Action 10.1%
- #19 ITZO
83% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: GRRRVERSE
Windows · Mac
You’re a mediator trying to prevent an interplanetary conflict. How will you do it? By destroying infrastructure, overthrowing a monarchy, wiping out a hive, and eradicating half of a nebula… All this and more in ITZO, an 8-bit bullet hell game!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.1%, Space 16.7%, Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 11.1%, Aliens 9.8%
- #20 Burst Drive
85% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Nebula Head
Windows
DASH, BOOST, DRIFT, SHOOT! A challenging space shooter with tons of eye candy. A game to master for the highest score or to have a break with while waiting for other games or just to have some couch co-op fun.
Why similar: Casual 25.8%, Action 20%, Indie 19.3%, Space 14.3%, Arcade 10.3%
- #21 COSPECO: Greedy Bullets
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SoboQ
Windows
Dodge enemy fire, shoot back, and keep getting stronger in this easygoing action shooter! Switch between 9 different costumes to completely change your playstyle and turn the tide when the battle gets tough!
Why similar: Shooter 19%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Casual 14.5%, Action 13%, Arcade 12.3%
- #22 Invaders from the Lost Sectors
82% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: The Lost Sectors
Windows
Invaders from the Lost Sectors is classic arcade action. Aliens descend with increasing speed towards your base. Shoot them all before they land. Player controlled settings like guided missiles, rate of fire, enemy speed and more help you customize exactly the game experience that you want.
Why similar: Shooter 15.2%, Arcade 12.6%, Score Attack 11.1%, Space 11.1%, Aliens 10.1%
- #23 Many Faces
82% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: WANZUNGDEV
Windows · Linux
Many Faces is a classic, retro arcade shooter from the 90s. Blast your way through randomly generated levels to confront the Many Face King!
Why similar: Casual 26.8%, Action 20.8%, Indie 20.4%, Shooter 8.3%, Bullet Hell 8.1%
- #24 Meteor Swarm Old School
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: CannizzaroSoftware
Windows
Shoot meteors with a variable fire main, and various different power-ups. Survive and set a new hi-score today!
Why similar: Casual 18.8%, Shooter 16.6%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Arcade 15.2%, Space 9.6%
- #25 Dot to Dot Sweep
79% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: T Cubed Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Go for the high score in this arcade-style color matching action game. Maneuver your character through fields of colored dots collecting those that match your color.
Why similar: Casual 21.6%, Action 18.4%, Arcade 16.6%, Score Attack 14%, Colorful 8.4%
- #26 Chillax
81% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: RGBA Infinitum
Windows · Linux
Play arcade games while enjoying the sight of sea creatures.
Why similar: Casual 29.7%, Indie 22.2%, Action 15.6%, Arcade 13%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%
- #27 Slamoids!
80% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2018
Dev: Puddledock Games
Windows
Slamoids! is an intense, re-playable, single player arcade score-chaser. Dodge and shoot slamoids as they hurtle across the screen, while also avoiding the ever growing and shrinking red ring that surrounds you. Slamoids! is a perfect coffee break game for when you only have a few minutes to spare.
Why similar: Casual 24%, Score Attack 22.5%, Action 18.5%, Indie 17.9%, Arcade 14.1%
- #28 Worldest D izzy Game
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Games
Windows
This game will be dizzy among all the games you have experienced. We have characters that each one has his or her own ability. We have creative and a lot of stages that you can enjoy. We have infinity mode that stimulates the desire for challenge.
Why similar: Casual 21.7%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Arcade 16.3%, Score Attack 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #29 SpaceDRG
77% matchPositive81% of 36 reviews2023
Dev: Empty Games
Windows
SpaceDRG is a high-octane, motion sickness inducing action game featuring cute pixel art graphics. Fight against the letters D, R & G in a space themed 1980s retro arcade environment.
Why similar: Shooter 16.6%, Arcade 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Space 11.3%, Casual 9.2%
- #30 BLUE SHIP
76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: HAE GAME STUDIO
Windows
Choose from ships with distinct combat styles, unleash devastating skills, and carve a path through relentless enemy barrages. BLUE SHIP is a compact, high-intensity 2D vertical-scrolling shoot ’em up featuring Story, Boss Practice, Time Attack, and Endless modes.
Why similar: Aliens 17.1%, Shooter 15.4%, Action 13.2%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Indie 11.1%
- #31 RIP - Trilogy™
78% matchMixed61% of 387 reviews2007
Dev: Elephant Games
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 21%
With the completion of the third title in the RIP series, the RIP games have become an instant classic in the arcade-shooter genre. RIP Trilogy brings all three RIP titles into one exciting and heart-pounding pack.RIPNot afraid of Death? What if he is accompanied by Halloween and Rock-N-Roll?
Why similar: Casual 28.5%, Indie 23.6%, Shooter 19%, Arcade 16.2%, Action 8.4%
- #32 Grave Space
74% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Mojo Trio Games
Windows
Pilot through 10 progressive levels in this SNES/SEGA style 90's retro side scroller/bullet hell.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shooter 17%, Arcade 13.4%, Casual 13.2%, Action 11.5%
- #33 Pellet Dodge
75% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: MysticalDevelopers
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save your friend from being used as a fuel source to corrupt the Universe.
Why similar: Space 23%, Arcade 17.4%, Indie 12.5%, Casual 12.1%, Score Attack 11.5%
- #34 Rainbow Unicorn Dash
72% matchVery Positive100% of 88 reviews2026
Dev: Bird Bath Games
Windows
Collect your unicorn shoes to dash through enemies, gather hearts, unlock fun abilities, and climb the leaderboards!
Why similar: Casual 22.1%, Action 18.2%, Arcade 17.1%, Score Attack 12.7%, Colorful 8.7%
- #35 Gravity Shooter
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: KAWAUSO FORGE
Windows
Control the ball with gravity and smash through endless hordes! Collect weapons and skills, power up to the max, and survive the onslaught!
Why similar: Score Attack 18.1%, Shooter 17.7%, Sci-fi 11.7%, Casual 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%
- #36 Star Clash
75% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: ZGame Studio
Windows
Star Clash is a small space shooting game. You will control a planet with one or two satellites. Shoot the enemies in the unlimited universe. Collect items to upgrade your planet and satellites. Get higher score.
Why similar: Casual 23.9%, Space 21.5%, Action 18.5%, Shooter 18.1%, Indie 17.9%
- #37 New Century Galaxy Legend
74% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: LZHGS
Windows
New century Galaxy legend is a free to play barrage game where you avoid barrages from all directions and survive as long as possible. Players who have survived for a long time can gain higher ranking, so try your best to overcome this challenge and keep breaking records!
Why similar: Score Attack 23.1%, Bullet Hell 20%, Casual 17.4%, Space 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%
- #38 Carrie's Order Up!
73% matchVery Positive95% of 142 reviews2016
Dev: Ink Dragon Works
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Cute, 2D arcade action game starring crustacean waitresses serving food to other aquatic folk.
Why similar: Casual 30.5%, Indie 22.4%, Action 22.1%, Arcade 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
- #39 SpaceWorm
76% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Felipe Izolan
Windows
SpaceWorm is a casual retro game where you eat stars, planets and kill space-bugs.
Why similar: Aliens 17.9%, Score Attack 16.6%, Space 14.8%, Arcade 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #40 SUSHI Shot
71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: SAT-BOX
Windows
Aim your sushi and shoot! Hit sushi of the same type to make them grow bigger and bigger!
Why similar: Score Attack 21%, Casual 18.9%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 13.4%, Indie 12.4%
- #41 Slime with a Sword
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Quantum Isles
Windows
Enjoy the latest in slime simulation technology from Quantum Isles as you try to survive this grassy gauntlet.
Why similar: Casual 24.6%, Arcade 18.9%, Score Attack 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Sci-fi 9.7%
- #42 Galactic Seals Survivors
70% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Galactic Seals LLC
Windows
Take down the evil carnivorous orcas while you fight your way to their big boss! Galactic Seals Survivors is an arcade game with rogue-like elements and upgrades to give you the power to take on the entire Galactic Orcas empire.
Why similar: Arcade 20%, Space 18.6%, Sci-fi 14.7%, Action 12.3%, Bullet Hell 11.1%
- #43 Orbital Sweeper
72% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: 852kbstudio
Windows
Become an Orbital Sweeper: explore the orbit, clear the debris, return to run your factory and upgrade your ship, challenge each layer's boss, then play a round of Space Mahjong in your downtime.
Why similar: Aliens 20.3%, Space 17.7%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Shooter 10.7%
- #44 Pete's World
69% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Serious Penguin Studios Inc.
Windows
Pete the Penguin woke up and found himself in a mysterious and dangerous world. Help him navigate this challenging world by avoiding obstacles like shooting projectiles, spawning rain clouds and more while gaining points by collecting flowers.
Why similar: Arcade 24%, Casual 21.3%, Score Attack 19.7%, Action 17.4%, 2D 8.4%
- #45 Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE
68% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: Cat Hui Trading LLCPub: AMATA Games
Windows
A spectacular, satisfying, and super-watchable defense battle! The ultimate 8-bit shoot 'em ups born in the 21st century, ""Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE"", is now on Steam!
Why similar: Aliens 19.8%, Shooter 15.4%, Action 10.9%, Casual 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #46 Space Breakout Odyssey
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Epic Dragon Games
Windows · Linux
A sci-fi arcade breakout where your colony ship is the paddle. Trapped inside an alien cube, bounce your last projectile through 100 sectors, catch falling capsules to arm lasers, shields and multiball, and break a path back to the stars. Hardcore mode gives you one hull for the entire run.
Why similar: Casual 18.9%, Action 16%, Arcade 14.9%, Space 13.7%, Sci-fi 9.7%
- #47 Zero Gravity Heroes
71% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: zooyos
Windows
Land. Jetpack. Shoot. Three arcade games in one — blast through 90 bite-sized stages across 30 missions to rebuild a shattered galactic map. Fast, precise, pick-up-and-play action with classic arcade DNA.
Why similar: Shooter 16.9%, Action 13.6%, Arcade 13.5%, Space 12.3%, Casual 10%
- #48 Nebula Nuker
70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Octopi is not a Word
Windows
Command a powerful craft in order to lead a fleet to victory! Purchase upgrades to improve your ship, collect powerups, and destroy increasingly powerful foes!
Why similar: Casual 28.4%, Action 21.9%, Indie 21.2%, Space 17.3%, Arcade 11.3%
- #49 Cosmic Cruiser
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this unique shooter from 1984. take on the role of a pilot of an out-dated Cosmic Cruiser, fighting to rescue the crew of a distant space station that had been captured by a raiding party from the sinister Rallom Empire.
Why similar: Shooter 18.7%, Aliens 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%, Arcade 12.2%, Score Attack 11.3%
- #50 Cha Recoil
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BanMedo Games
Windows
Cha Recoil is a shooter where you use your gun's recoil to move around. Dodge bullets and hit enemies as you progress through the game.
Why similar: Casual 19%, Action 16.2%, Shooter 15.6%, Arcade 14.5%, Indie 13.5%
- #51 Space Mercenary Defense Force
67% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Tom Paradise
Windows · Linux
Defend against the alien invasion and take down the mother ship! Utilise branching upgrade trees, unlock new ships, and equip permanent upgrades to create your own unique build and defeat the growing hordes of invaders in this sci-fi action roguelike!
Why similar: Aliens 21.6%, Space 13.3%, Arcade 8.9%, Casual 8.5%, Score Attack 7.9%
- #52 Recoil VS The World
68% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: Babasheep
Windows
Use the recoil of your guns to make it to get to the end of these saw blade-filled labyrinths! Turn lasers off, switch guns mid-level, and much more throughout 3 different biomes, each with their own new obstacles and levels to make a fun but rage-inducing experience!
Why similar: Casual 24.5%, Shooter 19.6%, Arcade 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Cute 7.3%
- #53 Target Hunt
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Aimond Games
Windows
Hit stationary, moving, shrinking, and armored targets across 10 stages with multiple difficulties. Sharpen your aim — then take it into 1v1 PvP, defense waves, and beyond.
Why similar: Casual 22.9%, Action 19.6%, Shooter 17.8%, Score Attack 17%, Arcade 16.6%
- #54 Bit Blaster XL
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,157 reviews2016
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.5 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!
Why similar: Aliens 15.2%, Bullet Hell 12%, Score Attack 12%, Shooter 10.8%, Space 10.6%
- #55 Super Astro Space Blast
65% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Enceladus Studios
Windows
Dodge asteroids attracted to your gravitational pull and use the profits generated from their collisions to unlock a variety of different spaceships with different abilities. Reach for High Scores to unlock unique skins for each ship.
Why similar: Score Attack 20.4%, Space 15.5%, Arcade 14.3%, Casual 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%
- #56 Deadly Stigma
67% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2018
Dev: Black Dragon Studio
Windows
Deadly Stigma is an exciting pixel shooter in Sci-Fi style. The action takes place on a spaceship built to transport the latest form of carbon life in the Universe. The central system was invaded by a virus created for destroying the Life Capsule. Your target is to stop it.
Why similar: Casual 23.2%, Shooter 18.3%, Action 18%, Indie 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.6%
- #57 GALAXIUM
69% matchMostly Negative27% of 225 reviews2019
Dev: Tony MuñozPub: Wulum LTD
Windows · Mac
Arcade shoot game inspired on 80’s classics with extra features as you progress.
Why similar: Casual 26.8%, Action 22.6%, Indie 21.2%, Space 19.5%, Arcade 10%
- #58 Infestation on Epsilon 13
68% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Xayba
Windows
Merciless alien lifeforms have overrun the laboratory on Epsilon 13. As Layla, collect the data disks scattered around the facility while avoiding the deadly enemies. Use your wits to outsmart these hostile extraterrestrials and go for the high score!
Why similar: Arcade 21.4%, Aliens 19.5%, Sci-fi 16.6%, Action 11.8%, Casual 11.7%