- #1 Super Space Club
97% matchVery Positive82% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: GrahamOfLegend
Windows
Super Space Club is a lo-fi arcade space shooter to chill to. Defend a vibrant galaxy as a club of misfit heroes and battle endless waves of spacecrafts to the tune of atmospheric beats. Outlast your enemies and vibe to the rhythm of the stars.
Why similar: Flight 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Arena Shooter 13.8%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, 2.5D 9.8%
- #2 Space way: Echo of the Galaxy
96% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: My general
Windows
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 26.7%, Flight 26.2%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 7.6%
- #3 Warspace
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 20 reviews2023
Dev: Magic Game Art
Windows · Mac · Linux
Warspace is a arcade space shooter game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Arena Shooter 17.3%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, 2.5D 12.5%, Space 9.4%
- #4 Strike Zero
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SUMCLOUD Games
Windows · Linux
In strike zero, you will play a girl who has lost her memory by integrating with the "Pi" fragment, and experience a series of unique adventures as a trainee pilot of the latest combat aircraft. You will find your memory in the crisis again and again and try to save the world.
Why similar: Flight 23.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, 2.5D 11.2%, Action RPG 11.1%
- #5 Invaliens
94% 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 29.1%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Flight 18.4%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 8.2%
- #6 Gravity Waves
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: James Wilder
Windows
Gravity Waves is a twin stick shoot 'em up in space with waves of enemies and realistic gravity to provide constantly changing gameplay.
Why similar: Flight 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Shooter 8.5%, Space 7.7%
- #7 Mayday
93% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: GTD
Windows · Linux
Mayday combines atmospheric exploration with arcade action. Fight quantum physical beings, save the colonists and destroy the Titan Exawatt Collider to save the Solar System.
Why similar: Metroidvania 21.3%, Arena Shooter 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 8.1%
- #8 Solbane
92% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Odime Games
Windows
Battle against bosses in a shoot'em up combined with RPG elements. Choose between three diverse classes, and create your combo build from a pool of over 50 abilities. The game features a variety of bosses that require different strategies and builds to conquer.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Arena Shooter 13.5%, 2.5D 12.1%, Space 7.6%
- #9 One Way Road: Firehunt
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 119 reviews2024
Dev: Shabunov LeonidPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Firehunt is a prologue for the main story One Way Road. Take part in space battles as you travel across the galaxy and fight to save humanity. This cinematic narrative driven action-focused space shooter, will take you on a journey into the near future, and put the destiny of mankind in your hands.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Flight 16%, 2.5D 15.6%, Arcade 9.7%
- #10 G.O.M.P!
90% matchMostly Positive80% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: Silent Gnome Studios
Windows · Mac
G.O.M.P! is an action-packed game where you defend your farm from invaders. Compete with friends and survive wave after wave of enemies. Yeehaw!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, 2.5D 15%, Shooter 10.6%
- #11 Draco Space X
91% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 21%, Arena Shooter 18.1%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 9.8%
- #12 Nova Drift
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,511 reviews2024
Dev: ChimericPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.5 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: Arena Shooter 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Action RPG 11.6%, Shooter 8.9%
- #13 Space Escaper
89% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Pixel Space Studio HK
Windows
It's a pixel art space shooter that has some other ways to help defeat enemies besides just shooting/bombing them directly. Different abilities to help you avoid damage or defeat enemies. You also can upgrade your aircraft to defeat powerful enemy.
Why similar: Flight 25.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 8.1%
- #14 Geometry Waves
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wobi Games
Windows
Shoot your way through waves of enemies and extreme bosses in this Roguelite space shooter. Advance in the ranks, upgrade your ship and unlock new mechanics, ships and mods that will make the game more challanging and interesting.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Flight 15.7%, Shooter 9.1%
- #15 Shmup Arena
87% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2020
Dev: Revox Games
Windows
Take on intense challenges and waves of enemies in this frenetic arena shooter that demands quick reflexes and nonstop action. Survive the onslaught and defeat powerful bosses while staying in motion, mastering arenas designed for those who crave adrenaline and intense combat.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Arena Shooter 22%, 2.5D 16%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Space 8.5%
- #16 Son of Scoregasm
86% matchPositive86% of 29 reviews2017
Dev: R C KnightPub: Charlie's Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Blast your way through 28 varied levels full of enemies, traps, lasers and bosses in this explosive Twin Stick Shmup! Test your skills, find new paths, master the score mechanics and become bullet hell. Tight score attack play, fast combat and online Leaderboards leave you needing just one more go!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Arcade 9.1%, Shooter 8.5%
- #17 Magnus
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Katuunu XVIPub: Cicada Studios
Windows · Linux
A challenging 2D boss rush shooter. Use your reflexes and mobilities to face off against a legion of foes.
Why similar: Flight 22.9%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 10.5%
- #18 Shin Galaxy - Engage
86% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: AJ To The Moon
Windows · Linux
Shin Galaxy - Engage is an action game with RPG elements in a top-down perspective, where you control spaceships and tries to survive as much as possible in the stages. Improve performance, change appearance and unlock new ships to get as far as you can.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Arena Shooter 18.2%, Bullet Hell 18%, Action RPG 16.6%, Shooter 11.5%
- #19 Blaster Panic
84% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Pirate Dog Games
Windows
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.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Arena Shooter 15.1%, Shooter 9.6%, Space 8.3%
- #20 Aliencity
82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: cnsmini
Windows
AlienCity is a fast-paced, wave-based FPS where you fight through a dark, stylized city overrun by alien creatures. Survive, score high, and push your limits against relentless enemy swarms.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 24.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 11%
- #21 Chronos Bound: How We Became Heroes
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: FEEL THE PIXEL STUDIOS LTDA
Windows
Pilot a lone ship through a collapsing orbital station in a modern 2.5D shoot ’em up. Block bullets with a 360° directional shield, destroy grotesque wreck-born enemies, defeat colossal bosses, and build new upgrade paths with every run — a love letter to classic shoot ’em ups.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Flight 18.6%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, 2.5D 14.5%, Shooter 7.9%
- #22 BattleCubes: Arena
84% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: Karlo Pavlovic
Windows
BattleCubes: Arena is an action shooter where the player assumes a role of a single cube, set inside an arena. Shoot them, ram them, kill them all!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 31.1%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 8.5%
- #23 GoBlaster
82% 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: Arena Shooter 22.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9%
- #24 1000 Waves
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Levi Star GrimsleyPub: EXISTINITY
Windows
1000 Waves is a bullet hell arcade game that becomes progressively difficult as you approach the 1000th wave. Strengthen your ship by leveling up and conquer the final boss!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 16%, Arena Shooter 15.7%, 2.5D 14.2%, Action RPG 12.5%, Arcade 8.2%
- #25 Astar Solis
81% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Rooklift Labs
Windows
A minimalistic 2D shoot-em-up, based on dodging bullets.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Bullet Hell 28.7%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 9.8%, Minimalist 7.3%
- #26 Gunvein
79% matchVery Positive97% of 219 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 39.6%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Arcade 11.6%, Shooter 8.6%, Sci-fi 5.5%
- #27 I.O.R.C Impact Orbital Rescue Crew
79% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: BWI Games
Windows
A 2.5D arcade flight game, in which you take the role of a rookie pilot flying a unique rescue aircraft to render dangerous falling space debris safe. Fly through 20 levels including 4 boss stages, and save the world!
Why similar: Flight 35.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, 2.5D 13.8%, Arcade 13.5%, Sci-fi 7.5%
- #28 Hullbreakers
78% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Isaac Wolf
Windows
Hullbreakers is a space arcade game with fast paced combat, quick maneuvering, and strategy. Use an ever-evolving spacecraft to wipe out endless hordes of enemies and relentless bosses in order to make your mark on the leaderboard.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Space 10.9%, Action RPG 10.5%
- #29 PolyDogfight
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ndelaplace
Windows
Prepare to Fly, Dodge, Shoot, and Destroy in PolyDogfight. Unlock all the planes and maps to find your style. Obliterate waves of planes in an open-air arena as quickly as possible to get the high score and top the global leaderboard!
Why similar: Flight 25.8%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, 2.5D 15.7%, Arcade 9.6%
- #30 Paper Dash - Ghost Hunt
77% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2023
Dev: EpiXR Games UG
Windows
Start an adventure as a courageous paper plane hunts evil ghosts across vibrant worlds. Soar through mystical forests and scary mansions, utilizing your flying skills and reflexes to shoot the ghosts.
Why similar: Flight 25.7%, Arena Shooter 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 7.9%
- #31 Roley's Arcade Collection
78% 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: Arena Shooter 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8%
- #32 Space Ship Infinity
76% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Lucas LimaPub: Made In House
Windows
Returning to the classic style of spaceship games in pixel art. Survive in space as many enemy ships and anything else that can destroy your ship, get all the advantages and improvements available to get your best score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Shooter 15%, Flight 14.8%, Arcade 10.3%
- #33 Metal Head Warfare
74% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Marcos Rodrigues Dos SantosPub: MK-GAMES
Windows
Metal Head Warfare is one of the best fast-paced shooting games in 4K and 120 FPS, modern and with wonderful graphics, where players collect super powers and become increasingly powerful to defeat chaos and evil in a world on the brink of the abyss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shooter 11.8%, Flight 10.6%, Arcade 10.4%
- #34 Mud River
76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Rocpain Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Mud River is a horizontal 2D Shoot‘em Up game. The Rio Doce (Sweet River) was a paradise for mankind and animals, but now it has become a territory destroyed by the unscrupulous activities of Dr. Wellin. This is Pacal's first destination, ascending the Rio Doce preventing its complete destruction.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, 2.5D 17.8%, Flight 17.1%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 10.7%
- #35 Psyvariar 3
73% matchPositive81% of 27 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 30.4%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, 2.5D 15.1%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 8.6%
- #36 Dark Matter
75% matchMixed59% of 155 reviews2015
Pub: Meridian4
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 25%
Dark Matter is a classic arcade space shooter inspired by Asteroids, featuring fast-paced ship combat, physics-based movement, and score-driven gameplay.
Why similar: Flight 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Shooter 8.6%, Minimalist 7.4%
- #37 RADARjAM
75% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Hamra Digital
Windows
RADARjAM consists of the constant unpredictability of your enemy’s location. Dodge what you can't see in your radar equipped fighter!
Why similar: Flight 36.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Bullet Hell 23%, Arcade 10.6%, Action 3%
- #38 CoreShot
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MoonWindowStudioPub: Nigel Purcell
Windows
CoreShot is a classic arcade style space shooter, where you pilot the spacecraft HonestWing to destroy the cores of evil. As you soar through enemy spacecraft, psychic pyramids, and grim castles, you will be tested against enemies with a variety of attack styles and epic boss battles. Blast away
Why similar: 2.5D 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Space 13%, Arcade 12.9%
- #39 Endline
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Miniced
Windows · Linux
Endline is a 2.5D psychedelic bullet hell experience, combining rhythm and bright colours.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Bullet Hell 23.8%, 2.5D 15.2%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 8.4%
- #40 Graceful Explosion Machine
73% matchPositive81% of 47 reviews2017
Dev: Vertex Pop
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Skillfully pilot the Graceful Explosion Machine, a fighter ship armed with a ludicrously overpowered quad-weapon array! Lost in deep space, you'll shoot, dash and combo your way through jewel-hued uncharted planets, fighting an alien armada to find a way home.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Arena Shooter 15.2%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Shooter 7.5%, Arcade 7.4%
- #41 AERA Flying Heroes
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GLHF Studio
Windows
An adventure for all those who dream of conquering the skies. Choose your pilot, upgrade your ship, and make battles against waves of enemies and colossal bosses. Collect stars, unlock new missions and write your legend.
Why similar: Flight 24.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 8%
- #42 AirRaid
72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Pilea Development LLC
Windows
A classic action arcade shooter with modern, fully destructible enemies. 10 waves of progressively increasing insanity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, 2.5D 15.9%, Arcade 13.4%, Shooter 11.8%
- #43 Anima Shin Gun
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vintash Vishons
Windows
A Bullet Hell Rail Shooter where you get shot to survive. Engage enemies and absorb their bullets as “seconds of life” by switching to the right color frequency. Thus, surviving long enough to break the time loop you’re trapped in and complete the ENTIRE adventure before the countdown gets to zero.
Why similar: Flight 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Space 8.3%, Arcade 7.7%
- #44 Energy Fighters
71% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Absorb enemy fire, deflect incoming attacks, and survive intense side-scrolling battles in this reactive arcade shooter built around polarity-based combat and tactical counterattacks.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, 2.5D 17.9%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 7.6%
- #45 Super Space Crystals
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Benji FlamingPub: BowlerTech
Windows · Linux
Fly your drone deep into hostile space, engage the enemy, and shatter their Magic Space Crystals to collect Woo-Woo for the war effort! Upgrade your drone with a wide assortment of maneuvering, defensive, and offensive abilities. The Fraternal Brotherhood of Evil Magic Space Robots must be stopped!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.5%, Arena Shooter 17.4%, Flight 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Shooter 12.2%
- #46 Syder Reloaded
69% 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 25.1%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Flight 12.5%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 9.7%
- #47 Metal Crisis
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mad Rabbit Digital
Windows
METAL CRISIS is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up inspired by 3D space shooters of the 90s. Pilot the most advanced ship Earth has created capable of acquiring enemy weapons as you battle through hordes of fighters and hulking bosses in it's war against the space colonies rebellion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 7.8%, Sci-fi 7.6%
- #48 Bodacious Blasteroids
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mister Mippy
Windows
Bodacious Blasteroids is a fast paced arcade shooter where firepower is everything. Build a rotating arsenal of devastating weapons and obliterate waves of evolving enemies. Upgrade your weapons into screen-clearing powerhouses and form unique combinations of weapons to score the most points.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 30.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 21.5%, Arcade 9.1%, Space 6.5%
- #49 DRUM'N'BASS MASSACRE
70% matchMixed47% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: illuminatiPub: SA Industry
Windows
DRUM'N'BASS MASSACRE is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you destoy your enemies while performing unimaginable maneuvers using your interstellar interceptor, accompanied by original drum and bass soundtrack
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Flight 26.7%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Arcade 8.4%, Minimalist 6.6%
- #50 Raiden IV x MIKADO remix
69% matchMixed69% of 26 reviews2023
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Buckle up and blast off with Raiden IV x MIKADO remix! This classic arcade shoot ‘em up comes fully equipped with new music, battle modes, vertical screen play, and more!
Why similar: Flight 23.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9.6%
- #51 Shmup Boss
67% match5 user reviews100% of 5 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 24.6%, 2.5D 19.8%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 8.9%
- #52 Finish The Dishes!
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fractbit
Windows
Finish The Dishes! is a fast-paced arcade shooter set on a chaotic kitchen countertop. Blast pests, exploit their weaknesses, upgrade your arsenal, and chase perfect five-star runs.
Why similar: Flight 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, 2.5D 13%, Shooter 11.1%
- #53 Raiden V: Director's Cut | 雷電 V Director's Cut | 雷電V:導演剪輯版
69% matchMixed56% of 533 reviews2017
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Arcade hit Raiden first left its mark on the shooting genre 25 years ago. The easy to learn, hard to master series comes to the PC in its most modern and advanced form yet! Join the war for Earth's future-where the tide of battle holds constant surprises.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43%, Bullet Hell 24%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 13.4%, Action 5.6%
- #54 MewMew - PewPew
68% matchPositive91% of 47 reviews2022
Dev: Gäng Gäng StudiosPub: Ahlman Games
Windows
Dinosaurs have invaded MewMew’s home and now it's time for him to pick up his trusty old meteor gun and send them right back to extinction. Keep your combo as high as possible and get stronger with items and powerups as you try to gain highscores in this chaotic 2D horde shooter.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 25.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 11.5%
- #55 Orbital Frenzy
67% matchNo user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Polyspark Studios
Windows
Orbital Frenzy is a blast from the past where players must survive waves of intergalactic foes in an arcade style shooter with a unique orbital movement mechanic. With a secret ending and hidden story elements we hope you can stand a chance against the intergalactic onslaught!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 28.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Shooter 8.3%, Arcade 6.8%
- #56 Karous
65% matchPositive93% of 30 reviews2026
Dev: RS34
Windows
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 39%, Bullet Hell 28.4%, Shooter 15.9%, Arcade 13.2%, Action 3.5%
- #57 VectaGuard
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RetroNinja
Windows
Arcade-inspired shmup action where neon vector caverns explode with modern visuals, dynamic music, weapon upgrades and intense score chasing.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, 2.5D 18.2%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 8.3%
- #58 INSPACE 2980
68% matchMixed50% of 16 reviews2018
Dev: R_Games
Windows · Mac
INSPACE 2980 is a stylish and dynamic SHMUP from the 16-bit era of games consoles and arcade machines. Take part in an exciting adventure and save the galaxy! Once again!
Why similar: Flight 23.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Space 10.1%, Shooter 8.8%
- #59 Eye For Eye
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Cameron Otten
Windows
Fast Paced Visceral Action. First-Person arena combat.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 28.5%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 12.6%, Minimalist 8.7%