Nodal

Games Like Cerberus: Orbital watch

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Arcade, Indie.

Cerberus: Orbital watch header art

Get ready for classic top down space shooter gameplay! In near future scientists detected allien signals, you need to find out their nature.

Reviews: 5 user reviews — 40% — of 5 reviews
Released: 2019-10-29
Developer: Evil Castle Entertainment
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows

Similar Games

View all 60 recommendations
  1. #1 Devastation - Annihilate the Alien Race
    97% 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 20.3%, Indie 15.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.4%, Aliens 10.5%, Bullet Hell 9.2%

  2. #2 Starfighter Neon
    96% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: MadeOfDinosaurs
    Windows · Mac

    You've been dropped into enemy space. Weave your Starfighter between alien spaceships, lasers, asteroids and bombs destroying as many as you can and collecting valuable coins and powerups as you go.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 15.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Aliens 10.6%, Action 7.9%

  3. #3 XenoRaptor
    96% matchVery Positive82% of 173 reviews2019
    Dev: Peter ClearyPub: -
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Take control of a cyberdragon and annihilate swarms of rocket propelled chainsaws either online or via LAN in this high speed, high skill 8 player co-op twinstick shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.4%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Action 15%, Space 14.7%, Indie 11%

  4. #4 Really Big Sky
    95% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,890 reviews2012
    Dev: Boss BaddiePub: Ripstone
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    A super fast, twin analogue shooter for the modern age!

    Why similar: Indie 17.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Space 13.6%, Action 12.5%

  5. #5 Andromeda Wing
    94% matchMixed60% of 20 reviews2017
    Dev: Adam John Adkins
    Windows

    An action-packed retro arcade shoot 'em up featuring organic and bio-mechanical alien life, including ammonites, centipedes and spiders!

    Why similar: Action 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Aliens 15%, Indie 14.6%, Space 11.5%

  6. #6 Spacen: The Beginning
    94% matchMixed68% of 22 reviews2020
    Dev: ECHTNICE GmbH
    Windows

    As Gary Rogers, the player battles through hordes of enemy spaceships in several missions, evading projectiles, asteroids and defeating powerful bosses. Gary collects debris from destroyed enemies and exchanges them at the home base for ship and weapon upgrades.

    Why similar: Action 26.2%, Indie 20.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 15.2%, Space 10.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.6%

  7. #7 Never Not Shooting
    93% 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: Bullet Hell 14.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 13.3%, Action 9.9%, Indie 7.3%

  8. #8 Blasteron
    92% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: Bunny on Caffeine LLC
    Windows · Linux

    Dash attack and blast swarms of enemy ships in this boss fight centered insane bullet hell frenzy. Combined with a heavy metal sound track and a hardcore difficulty curve, this twin stick arcade space shooter will definitely bring out the Shoot 'em Up beast in you.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.2%, Action 21.1%, Indie 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Space 12.1%

  9. #9 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    90% matchPositive75% of 12 reviews2026
    Dev: N11 Games Division
    Windows

    A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Action 9.9%, Shooter 9.5%, Aliens 8.4%

  10. #10 PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift
    91% 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 16.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Aliens 12.1%, Shooter 8.7%, Action 8.3%

  11. #11 Lifeless Vanguard
    91% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2019
    Dev: Zeus Game Studio
    Windows

    Shoot, dodge, get more powerful, defeat a massive fleet of enemies, take part in the toughest boss fights you've probably ever been in in this twin-stick/bullet-hell shooter. Do you have what it takes to survive and win?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.8%, Action 22.3%, Indie 16.1%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Space 13.6%

  12. #12 Project AETHER: First Contact
    88% matchPositive93% of 29 reviews2020
    Dev: Sleepy Spider Studios
    Windows

    As a threat from beyond looms over the solar system, take control of the AETHER prototype in this rhythmic and tactical space shooter - fusing classic arcade-style action with stunning 3D environments and an engaging sci-fi story.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 17.2%, Action 11.7%, Space 9.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.7%, Real Time Tactics 8.8%

  13. #13 Mobile Astro
    89% matchMostly Positive71% of 182 reviews2016
    Dev: Raxasoft Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Run, gun, and survive! In this twin stick arcade shooter, you'll be fighting your way through countless waves of enemies to restore maximum peace to the galaxy!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.8%, Action 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Retro 11.2%, Indie 9.7%

  14. #14 The Core Message
    89% matchNo user reviews2020
    Dev: Freedom Software
    Windows

    Combining retro puzzles and a arcade space shooter. You and your crew found strange materials in the galaxy core to upgrade your ship to the most powerful. While collecting core materials you came across something unbelievable ... The Core Message. The Core Message changes everything.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Space 15.1%, Retro 10.6%, Action 9%

  15. #15 Buzz Kill Zero (OLD VERSION)
    87% matchNo user reviews100% of 1 reviews2019
    Dev: Kaleb ParhamPub: KaPa ENT
    Windows

    Buzz Kill™ Zero takes gameplay influenced from retro 80's arcades & blends it with elements of modern bullet-hells. Use your ship's weapons & abilities to conquer the 5 Missions... & everyone else's scores on the leaderboards!

    Why similar: Action 22.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Indie 17%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Difficult 12.3%

  16. #16 Cycle 28
    86% matchVery Positive81% of 59 reviews2018
    Dev: Pill Bug Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Cycle 28 is a classic arcade space combat game where you have six minutes to beat your high-score. Simple controls, powerful upgrades, and intense dogfights. Perfect for when you just need to switch off and shoot something. See you on the scoreboard!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%, Space 9.4%, Difficult 8.7%

  17. #17 Polygon Attack
    86% matchVery Positive88% of 268 reviews2016
    Dev: Magnolia Art
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Break through unlimited waves of enemies and fight unpredictable bosses!

    Why similar: Space 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Bullet Hell 12%, Indie 11.5%, Action 10.5%

  18. #18 Unknown Hero
    84% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Svero Forge
    Windows · Linux

    Brace yourself for an intense bullet hell experience! Fight your way through challenging levels, defeat bosses, upgrade your weapon and get the highest score!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Aliens 14%, Space 11.4%, Bullet Hell 10.3%, Action 9%

  19. #19 Lonefield Evacutation Survivor
    84% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Studio Malémûre
    Windows

    Lonefield Evacuation Survivor is a... survivor in which you play as a ship facing an alien incursion. Destroy your enemies, collect bolts and upgrade your ship to survive long enough and escape. Play alone or with up to 3 friends in local multiplayer or with Remote Play Together for online gaming.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18.8%, Bullet Hell 12%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%, Aliens 10.9%, Space 9%

  20. #20 Echoes+
    83% matchVery Positive92% of 857 reviews2015
    Dev: Binary Zoo
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%

    Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max!

    Why similar: Action 20.8%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Indie 13.7%, Space 10.8%

  21. #21 XenoFeud
    82% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Downforce Games
    Windows

    XenoFeud is an insane top-down twin-stick arcade alien shooter, where you must survive hordes of alien intruders while defending a mysterious object in space.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Aliens 11.5%, Space 10.7%, Shooter 7%

  22. #22 Red Ruin
    85% matchNo user reviews2019
    Dev: David Seifers
    Windows

    Red Ruin is a Space-Arcade-Shooter, in which you control two ships. Each ship has unique properties and they can switch position with each other. Using the advantages of both ships strategically will bring you victory.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Action 17.5%, Space 17%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Difficult 15%

  23. #23 Syder Arcade
    81% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
    Dev: Studio Evil
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Action 10.4%, Space 9.5%, Arcade 8.3%

  24. #24 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows

    Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Space 11.2%, Difficult 8.9%, Action 8.6%

  25. #25 Sweezy Gunner
    81% matchVery Positive83% of 243 reviews2014
    Dev: Windybeard
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Sweezy Gunner is an eye melting, brain bending, mouse squeezing 2D Shoot em up. destroy everything in your path, Upgrade the Sweezy Gunner ship. A Large open World! Travel through the lush green fields, frozen tundra and arid desert. Explore the depths of the many dungeons, caves and temples and collect that tasty loot!

    Why similar: Action 24.2%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Indie 18.6%, Space 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%

  26. #26 Ultratron
    80% matchVery Positive88% of 694 reviews2013
    Dev: Puppygames
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Experience the addictive gameplay of old-school arcade favourites, updated and improved for the 21st century! Unique retro-futuristic sound and graphics, player responsive difficulty, and a subtle system of tactics combined with classic gameplay make Ultratron a fun and hypnotic arcade blast.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27%, Action 13.4%, Indie 10.8%, Retro 10.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.5%

  27. #27 Enfora Star
    78% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Haapa Games
    Windows · Linux

    Enfora Star station is being overrun! Pilot your spacecraft and deploy defenses to survive droid swarms - but every purchase costs precious score points. Will you risk everything for maximum points or play it safe? Master the ultimate arcade challenge!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Difficult 10.5%, Space 10.4%

  28. #28 STURMWIND EX
    79% matchPositive81% of 42 reviews2019
    Dev: b-alive
    Windows

    STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Action 13.4%, Space 12.6%, Indie 10.1%

  29. #29 Escape the Kreegan
    76% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2024
    Dev: Entropy Is Software Development
    Windows · Linux

    Escape corruption and deliver truth to the people in the only way you know how. as a space fighter pilot! You steal a ship and flee, it falls to you to duke it out in space and deliver truth to the people. Restore peace. Restore justice. Save humanity and Escape The Kreegan!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Space 12.8%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Sci-fi 8.3%

  30. #30 Red Horizon
    79% matchMostly Negative36% of 42 reviews2019
    Dev: Allen Games
    Windows · Mac

    Red Horizon is an addictive space shmup game. Heavily influenced by the classics of the past, Red Horizon takes a modern spin on the genre combining it with some subtle Rogue-like elements to provide players with a unique experience every time they play.

    Why similar: Indie 14.1%, Action 12.4%, Space 11.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, Bullet Hell 11.4%

  31. #31 Nebula
    75% matchVery Positive87% of 181 reviews2023
    Dev: JuTek Pixel
    Windows

    Survive in the deep void of the galaxy against thousands of invaders! Nebula is a challenging bullet hell, twin stick shooter where you have to face endless waves of space enemies. Additional map resources and space drones can provide you a support but be wary, they can as well become a deadly trap.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Space 13.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Action 8.3%

  32. #32 ION STORMFIRE
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Attempt Studios
    Windows

    Fast paced shoot em up played across 12 levels. Point your ship in any direction, deciding constantly between extra firepower (firing in any 2 directions) and movement. Or deploy the directional shield to block bullets from a single direction, point your ship and dodge simultaneously.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.4%, Aliens 13.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, Difficult 10.8%, Space 9.7%

  33. #33 Alien Crusader
    77% matchMixed62% of 101 reviews2018
    Dev: Zydrone
    Windows

    Alien Crusader is an action packed, vertical scrolling, space shooter game, similar to classic coin-up arcade and shoot'em up games.

    Why similar: Action 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Indie 15.9%, Space 14.5%, Difficult 13.8%

  34. #34 Chaos Town
    77% matchMostly Positive73% of 83 reviews2017
    Dev: QuickSavePub: SA Industry
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Chaos Town is a top-down chaotic shooter game where everything is destructible!

    Why similar: Action 20.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 14.7%, Indie 12.2%, Gore 9.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.7%

  35. #35 Cosmo Chaser
    76% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: Choi Jaewook
    Windows

    Cosmo Chaser is space fighter action game which presents restless shooting battle. It demonstrates new style of vertical scroll shooter by presenting classic arcade action in 3D space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Space 13.6%, Retro 10.2%, Sci-fi 9.3%

  36. #36 Syder Reloaded
    71% 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 15.2%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Space 12.8%, Difficult 9.8%, Action 8.9%

  37. #37 Space Invaders Extreme
    73% 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?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Difficult 10.9%, Space 10.3%, Aliens 9.6%

  38. #38 Cosmic Tank
    73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Game Masterminds
    Windows · Mac

    Cosmic Tank is a modern take on the classic game Asteroids. Mine your way to riches! Fight off hostile threats! Upgrade your ship and rent a few helpful drones! Survive epic boss fights!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.4%, Space 14.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Aliens 10.3%, Action 9.8%

  39. #39 Incandescent 2
    74% matchMixed63% of 16 reviews2019
    Dev: Stephen Crabb
    Windows

    Incandescent 2 is a retro inspired fast paced twin stick shooter that will challenge you the longer you play. Pilot your ship and defeat the many waves of enemies in your way. Challenge your friends to beat your score in the Steam Leaderboards!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.2%, Action 24.7%, Indie 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Arcade 8.8%

  40. #40 Quiberon Zeta
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Genteel
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Shoot stuff and earn $pacecoin in this wonderfully generic shmup.

    Why similar: Action 16.6%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Roguelike 12.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, Aliens 10.8%

  41. #41 Star Scrap
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Feral Fidget
    Windows

    Star Scrap is a twin stick space roguelite where Star, a broke bounty hunter, blasts through 100 waves of aliens with 8 weapons, 33 upgrades, and a sarcastic salvage drone named Scrap.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.1%, Space 14.7%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Aliens 12.6%, Indie 8.3%

  42. #42 Dark Old Sun
    72% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2018
    Dev: SN!Somos Nerds
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A shoot'em up, with focus on choice and progressiveness, so you can choose between a wide selection of weapons, and upgrade them becoming way more powerfull as you play.Big multi-phase bosses and a dramatic story.

    Why similar: Action 31.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Space 11.1%, Difficult 9%

  43. #43 UBERMOSH Vol.5
    70% matchVery Positive94% of 1,275 reviews2017
    Dev: Walter Machado
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    The fifth volume of the arcade series UBERMOSH.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 15.3%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Gore 10.2%, Difficult 9.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.9%

  44. #44 Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo
    71% matchVery Positive84% of 602 reviews2015
    Dev: SynsetPub: New Blood Interactive
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as SHMUP veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and SEVENTEEN playable ships.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Action 11.6%, Retro 10.2%, Indie 8.9%

  45. #45 Bezier
    72% matchMostly Positive77% of 110 reviews2016
    Dev: Philip BakPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 26%

    Bezier is a dual stick blaster set inside a vast computer built deep underground. The story traces the principal's escape from this "Noah's Ark" gone wrong. A simple shooter on the surface, the deeper narrative pulls in his relationship between evolution and god, family and love.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Action 12.1%, Space 10.7%

  46. #46 Exorush
    73% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Thrashmodule
    Windows

    A 2D vertical shoot 'em up that lets you upgrade your ship with an insane amount of options. From missiles and pods to specials and shields, you can upgrade every bit of your ship from guns to thrusters.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.5%, Action 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Aliens 12.3%, Shooter 10.1%

  47. #47 REMOTE LIFE
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 221 reviews2019
    Dev: Next Game Level
    Windows

    Remote Life is a 2D Side scrolling space shooter (shmup) for PC. Experience a fast paced action game with insane scary graphics, and hyper jump into a brutal-frenetic-techno-alien world. Free the world from this dreadful nightmare before its nauseating breath of horror destroys mankind.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Bullet Hell 15%, Space 14.4%, Aliens 14.3%, Action 8.4%

  48. #48 TAOTH - The Adventures of the Herkulez
    71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
    Dev: Andreas Ammer
    Windows · Linux

    A mouse controlled vertical scroller/shooter (with bonus mazes)

    Why similar: Action 24.7%, Indie 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Space 14.1%, Bullet Hell 13.9%

  49. #49 Crome: Before Purgatory
    70% matchPositive88% of 49 reviews2019
    Dev: Stumphead Games LLC
    Windows · Mac

    Inspired by the heyday of 8-bit arcade gaming, Crome: Before Purgatory is an intense space shoot em' up experience. Play as the Galactic Consul's best star pilot, Crome, and fend off endless the hoards of invaders while competing for the top score on the global leaderboard.

    Why similar: Action 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Difficult 12.4%, Retro 10.8%

  50. #50 Protocol Xeno
    68% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2022
    Dev: 3to1 GamesPub: Liam Healey
    Windows

    This hectic twin-stick shooter will force you to balance blowing up massive alien warships and growing your monumental arsenal. How long can you survive in this galactic brawl?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.6%, Action 17.7%, Aliens 16.9%, Shooter 11.9%, Top-Down 9.8%

  51. #51 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
    67% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Space 14%, Action 10.2%, Shooter 10.1%, Top-Down 9.9%

  52. #52 ULTRA CORE DIVE
    67% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
    Dev: AslaekrPub: Tuupa Records Ltd.
    Windows

    SHOOT AND DODGE your way through the underground arenas in this Dark Chaotic Arcade Twinstick Shooter! Don't get consumed by the noise!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Arcade 10.6%, Action 10.5%

  53. #53 GROOD
    69% matchPositive87% of 46 reviews2018
    Dev: CC ARTS
    Windows · Mac

    GROOD is an indie 2.5D Shoot 'em up made with spare robot parts and Heavy Metal🤘🏻. The gameplay blends classic Shoot 'em up mechanics with modern low poly graphics, particles, shaders, and a hardcore soundtrack. Annihilate an army of machines, and afterward, annihilate their bosses—go all the way to confirm that your battle paid off.

    Why similar: Action 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Indie 17.5%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Difficult 15.4%

  54. #54 Numina: Construct
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ScoutSpark
    Windows

    Dodge, defend, and destroy! Engage in a frenetic shoot 'em up, facing relentless bullet streams that test your reflexes. Experience dynamic shifts between vertical and horizontal views as you fend off endless enemy waves. Use polarity shields for defense and strike back fiercely. Conquer the chaos!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Space 15.1%, Bullet Hell 14%, Difficult 12.9%, Action 7.8%

  55. #55 Exovore
    65% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Tapzilla
    Windows · Linux

    EXOVORE is a fast-paced twin-stick space horror shoot’em-up inspired by the arcade classic Sinistar. Harvest asteroids, build your arsenal and face an evolving alien terror that hungers for your ship’s core. Retro-style visuals meet modern chaos in this relentless fight for survival among the stars.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Shooter 7.8%, Space 7.2%

  56. #56 RESHOOTER
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: spieleschreiber
    Windows

    RESHOOTER offers heart-pounding shoot-em-up action that elevates classic arcade gameplay to the next level. Dive into the retroflow with electrifying visuals, immersive audio, and captivating mechanics.

    Why similar: Action 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.7%, Arcade 11.5%, Aliens 11%, Bullet Hell 10.8%

  57. #57 Promethium
    68% matchMixed67% of 24 reviews2017
    Dev: Xiotex Studios LtdPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Inspired by classic Commodore 64 and arcade games, Promethium is a hard-as-nails retro inspired side-scrolling shoot-em-up that takes place over numerous levels that get harder and harder. If you’re after a nice calm casual game this isn’t it!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Indie 16.7%, Action 16%, Difficult 11%, Shooter 9.6%

  58. #58 Nova Strike
    66% 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 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Action 11.6%, Space 11.4%, Sci-fi 8.5%

  59. #59 Rocking Pilot
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 68 reviews2017
    Dev: GungroundsPub: Mad Head Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Shoot, blast and slash through hordes of enemies in Rocking Pilot - a twin-stick shooter extravaganza inspired by arcade classics.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Action 12.8%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Difficult 11.7%

  60. #60 Beyond The Heavens
    67% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2018
    Dev: Zane Games
    Windows

    Beyond The Heavens is a arcade style shoot-em-up where you take control of a ship seeking to reach the destination that calls out to it. The journey will take place across several worlds including Heaven and Hell!

    Why similar: Action 22.2%, Indie 17.1%, Space 15.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Bullet Hell 13.8%

Cerberus: Orbital watch cover art

Games Like Cerberus: Orbital watch

Based on tag similarity + player behavior
Loading graph...