- #1 One Way Road: Firehunt
97% 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 17.4%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Side Scroller 14.1%, 2.5D 12.9%, Flight 9.4%
- #2 VectaGuard: Zero
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RetroNinja
Windows · Linux
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 17.7%, 2.5D 14.5%, Bullet Hell 13%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Score Attack 8.5%
- #3 Syder Reloaded
95% 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 18.6%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Space 9.7%, Arcade 8%
- #4 Energy Fighters
95% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
A modern retro inspired side scrolling shooter with a deep upgrade system and the ability to absorb enemy fire and also deflect it back to your enemies. A fast paced shooter that can be played solo or local co-op with 12 difficulty modes and lots of boss battles.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, 2.5D 14.8%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Shooter 7.7%
- #5 PAWARUMI
94% matchVery Positive92% of 79 reviews2018
Dev: Manufacture 43
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Pawarumi is a modern shoot’em up set in a retro futuristic sci-fi pre-Columbian universe. You’ll take control of the almighty ship Chukaru and its three unique weapons! Shoot wisely to either do double damage, heal yourself or charge your Super Attack!
Why similar: 2.5D 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Score Attack 9.8%, Arcade 8.7%
- #6 REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
93% matchVery Positive91% of 402 reviews2014
Dev: Cross EagletPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 18%, 2.5D 10.9%, Side Scroller 10.7%, Shooter 6.2%
- #7 Suicide Runners
93% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: JTW
Windows
Classic 2D shoot em up with updated graphics. Dodge a storm of bullets as you blast through space shooting hordes of enemies. Collect powerups to survive against fearsome bosses. Pilot a suicide runner as you fight to unravel the mystery of what is destroying the universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Arcade 9.6%, Shooter 6.4%
- #8 ALPHA CENTAURI SPACE FORCE
92% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: ocasocreations
Windows
Execute intense space battle operations from side, and top view. Face tough enemies along your way, destroy guardians and generators. Dodge traps. Keep focus on targets. Think fast. Overcome the chaos. Join now and become an alpha centauri pilot. Bonus: retro like endless space shooter mini game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Score Attack 12.2%, Space 10.1%
- #9 Escape 2 Space
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShidyGames
Windows
Embark on a thrilling journey as a space mercenary! Customize your ships with powerful weapons and modules, choose contracts and destinations, and battle enemy fleets and epic bosses. Your decisions shape the universe around you, so forge your path in this action-packed space shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Arcade 9.5%, Shooter 9.1%
- #10 Star Hunter DX
91% matchPositive81% of 31 reviews2021
Dev: 1CC GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
Windows
Betrayed by her cut-throat crew, Luna Starr - former Space Pirate Captain turned bounty hunter - has a score to settle. As Luna, travel to 5 exotic planets to track down your mutinous mates, and face them in Bullet Hell dogfights to the death!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Side Scroller 11%, Score Attack 8.8%, Sci-fi 6.9%
- #11 Chromacell
90% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 171Dev
Windows
In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Upgrade your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Emerge victorious as the ultimate space pilot!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 8.6%
- #12 Space way: Echo of the Galaxy
89% match8 user reviews100% of 8 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 24.1%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Flight 18.7%, Shooter 8.2%, Arcade 7.7%
- #13 Starr Mazer: DSP
88% matchMostly Positive71% of 271 reviews2016
Dev: Imagos SoftworksPub: Digital Tribe
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 58%
The UNFP's been kicked in the teeth by a G'ell invasion force and their last and only hope is a planetary outpost and its fleet of experimental DSP MkI Forward Assault Fighters and anyone marshal enough to strap into one and forcefully accept some apologies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Flight 7.4%, Arcade 6.8%
- #14 STURMWIND EX
88% 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 22.1%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Side Scroller 16%, Space 10.3%, Arcade 8.6%
- #15 Syder Arcade
87% 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 32.5%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Arcade 9.2%, Space 7.9%
- #16 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
86% 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 19.5%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Space 9.3%, Score Attack 9.2%, Arcade 8.3%
- #17 Tri-Star
86% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Stardust Smithy
Windows
Tri-Star is an endless horizontal-scrolling space shooter featuring Roguelike and Roguelite elements. Blast through waves of enemies and battle against arduous bosses. Form a squadron of three unique ships from an expanding roster and equip them with upgrades as you engage in a battle for survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Space 9.9%, Roguelite 8.9%
- #18 CoreShot
85% 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 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Space 14.3%, Bullet Hell 13%, Score Attack 12.8%
- #19 Space Elite Force II
84% matchVery Positive88% of 109 reviews2020
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows · Linux
Space Elite Force II is a frenetic space-shooter with weapon customization and insane bosses battles. Embark in your ship and fight for the survival of the human race!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Flight 12.2%, Score Attack 10.7%
- #20 Power-Up
84% matchMixed58% of 266 reviews2014
Dev: Psychotic Psoftware
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
A fast-paced retro shoot-'em-up featuring evolving weapons, intense arcade combat and massive bosses — from one-man studio Psychotic Psoftware.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Space 9.5%, Shooter 7.7%
- #21 The Rush
82% matchPositive91% of 32 reviews2024
Dev: Hornbuckle Who
Windows
The Rush is a horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up with graphics inspired by classic space shooters of the MSX. Buckle up and see if you have what it takes to master the highly adaptive Chameleon Quartz space fighter and single-handedly obliterate the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 9%
- #22 RESHOOTER
83% matchNo user reviews2026
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: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, 2.5D 17.2%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Score Attack 9.3%, Arcade 9.2%
- #23 Endocrisis
82% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Arturo Buschmann
Windows
Combat against big bosses and increase the power of your ship through levels and secrets. Absorb or use your armor against enemy bullets is the key defense strategy
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, 2.5D 13.8%, Side Scroller 9.2%, Difficult 8.3%
- #24 One Way Road
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Shabunov LeonidPub: Valkyrie Initiative
Windows
One Way Road is a story-driven action game combining elements of Scroll Shooter, Top Down Shooter, and Tube Shooter. Take the helm of a space cruiser, explore the galaxy, and fight in stellar battles to save humanity.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.4%, Side Scroller 18.2%, 2.5D 15.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Space 9.4%
- #25 Exterminator V Pollinators
81% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Hydro Shock Studio
Windows
In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Side Scroller 17.8%, 2.5D 13.3%, Shooter 10.3%, Space 10.2%
- #26 Space Ship Infinity
80% 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 24.4%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Shooter 11.8%, Flight 9.8%, Arcade 9.7%
- #27 Escape Space
79% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: ShidyGames
Windows
Escape Space is a classic arcade space shooter with RPG mechanics. Fight for various factions against swarms of enemies or bosses and improve your standings, level up your rank, unlock new gear and weapons, and upgrade your spaceship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Space 12.9%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Arcade 8.7%
- #28 Resurrection Core
79% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: ramen_keitto
Windows
Resurrection Core is vertically scrolling Bullet Hell Shoot ´Em Up game. It honors the arcade classics but also adds modern touch and unique game-play mechanics to the genre. Master the unique weapon systems and resurrect enemy cores to become the ultimate fighting machine!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, 2.5D 12.8%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 9.4%
- #29 Enemy Mind
78% matchVery Positive85% of 798 reviews2014
Dev: Schell Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Space 12.4%, Shooter 9.2%
- #30 Offendron Warrior
78% matchVery Positive86% of 50 reviews2018
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Offendron Warrior is a retro arcade that combines shooting and defense. Your objective is saving Offendron civilians in the planets from the group of enemies, who are trying to spread a virus that turns Offendrons into mindless killing machines and eventually destroy the whole planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Side Scroller 17%, Difficult 9.7%, Space 9.6%
- #31 R-Type Final 2
77% matchMostly Positive75% of 820 reviews2021
Dev: Granzella Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Arcade 11.2%, Shooter 10.9%, Space 9.1%
- #32 VERZEUS
76% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Blast and weave your way through enemy fire while managing a wide variety of ship power-ups in this retro style horizontal shoot-'em-up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Flight 13.7%, Arcade 8.1%
- #33 Invaliens
77% 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 26.9%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Flight 13.3%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 8.5%
- #34 Blood Aliens 3
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Ciberrex Games
Windows
Blood Aliens 3 is a cinematic, story-driven space shooter where every alien wave burns hope into defiance.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Flight 11.2%, Space 7.8%
- #35 INSPACE 2980
76% matchMixed53% of 15 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: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Flight 15.6%, Space 11.5%, Futuristic 7.2%
- #36 Speyarranoth
75% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Eivind Magnus Noersterud Hvidevold
Windows
Speyarranoth is a classic sci-fi space asteroid shooter in 3D. You control the game using WASD and shoot with the space key. It's wonderful to just blast full speed through the asteroid fields lasers ablaze and enjoy the explosive light show.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Space 12%, Arcade 10.1%, Flight 9.7%
- #37 The X-Type
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BinaryWriter
Windows
Master a modular arsenal and survive a biomechanical nightmare in this intense cinematic shmup. Face grotesque aberrations, unlock achievements, and conquer the hardcore mode. The first level of an expanding saga!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Shooter 8.2%, Space 7.6%
- #38 Thundering Skies
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2017
Dev: Flat Voxel
Windows
A shoot'em up inspired by the 16-bit classics of the genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Flight 15%, Arcade 10.2%, Space 8.3%
- #39 Spinner Invaders
73% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Wobi Games
Windows
Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from The General by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Difficult 9.9%, Space 9.8%, Score Attack 9.4%
- #40 Mud River
73% 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 21.3%, 2.5D 16.9%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Flight 11.5%, Arcade 10.3%
- #41 Metal Crisis
72% 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 27.1%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Shooter 10%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Arcade 7.4%
- #42 SATAZIUS
73% matchVery Positive85% of 324 reviews2011
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The year is 2051. Location: SATAZIUS, a long-abandoned planet. The cruiser Agano was on patrol when it was attacked and stricken by a confederacy of space pirates that had established a base on SATAZIUS. The pirates attacked the Agano intending to steal the assault ship ‘Trafalgar’ that was stowed aboard the Agano, but the Trafalgar made...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Side Scroller 17%, Arcade 8.1%, Space 7.3%
- #43 BLASTER MAYHEM
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stormduck
Windows
Weave and cleave your way through walls of bullet and push your score to unknown limits in this aggressive Shoot'em'up to save humanity from its own hubris
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Bullet Hell 23.3%, Score Attack 14.2%, Arcade 10.5%, Shooter 6.3%
- #44 ASTRO: The Beginning
72% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: BigGame StudioPub: BigGame Publishing
Windows
ASTRO: The Beginning is a dynamic side scrolling shoot 'em up about a close-knit space team caught in a clusterf*ck of epic proportions.Unravel the evil plans of your foes and secrets of world order while taking down various types of enemies and engaging in crazy boss battles.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Roguelite 12%, Space 9.9%
- #45 Beekyr Reloaded
71% matchVery Positive87% of 98 reviews2017
Dev: KaleidoGames
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The giant hornets have destroyed your hive and taken the pollen. Fight the swarms alone or with a friend and destroy the dangerous hornet queen! The insect world is very dangerous but... what are you waiting for to get your revenge?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Difficult 9.6%, Shooter 7.9%
- #46 Space Escaper
71% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Flight 18.5%, Score Attack 9.1%, Space 9.1%
- #47 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 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Space 13.2%, Difficult 10.5%, Arcade 8.5%
- #48 Herodes
70% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: TecnoloGilsPub: QUByte Interactive
Windows
Pilot a miniaturized ship and save humanity from the inside out! Herodes is a fast-paced action SHMUP where you enter the human body to hunt a deadly virus. Destroy organic defenses and survive visceral bosses in this tribute to genre classics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Side Scroller 20.2%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 10%
- #49 Eigengrau
68% 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 20.6%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, 2.5D 14.2%, Score Attack 11.2%, Arcade 8.7%
- #50 Cosmic Destroyer
69% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Coffee Maker Games
Windows · Linux
Turn the incoming swarm of deadly bullets into your own weapon of chaos in this precision STG bullet hell. Grab and toss enemies, dodge and deflect torrents of bullets, and reshape the battlefield with explosive chain reactions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Side Scroller 21.2%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 8.6%
- #51 Cosmo Chaser
70% 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 24.7%, Bullet Hell 22.2%, Space 11.9%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Arcade 8%
- #52 Anisto
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wild Ember Games
Windows
A vessel of humanity's last hope must forge a new home planet by excavating ore from asteroids, refining alloys, and fending off rival Harvesters. A "ship shooter" without bullets or weapons, Anisto rethinks the genre with unique tools and scenarios that test decision making, not just reflexes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, 2.5D 16.6%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Space 9.6%
- #53 Tiny Pixels Vol. 1 - Ninpo Blast
68% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Jump on your hoverbike and blast off for unlimited ninja-themed bullet hell mayhem!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Bullet Hell 24.8%, Roguelite 16.1%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 9.5%
- #54 Beat Invaders
67% matchVery Positive96% of 206 reviews2022
Dev: Raffaele Picca
Windows · Linux
Beat Invaders is a Vertical Shoot 'Em Up Roguelite - Fight your way through enemy fleets, unlock skills, items, ships, and upgrade them in the next run. Enjoy the smooth neon visuals matching the pushing EDM soundtrack - The perfect game to unwind.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Roguelite 12.1%, Space 11.9%, Arcade 8.1%
- #55 Star Aegis
69% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Felipe Silva
Windows · Linux
A shmup without shooting. Reflect the bullets with one of your two shields. Bite-sized arcade action. Cover humankind's retreat and make it count.
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.4%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Score Attack 10.7%, Space 10.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.5%
- #56 Radiant Silvergun
67% matchVery Positive93% of 214 reviews2023
Dev: Live Wire
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, 2.5D 15.1%, Difficult 9.5%, Arcade 8%
- #57 Psyvariar 3
66% matchPositive82% of 11 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 26.3%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, 2.5D 14.6%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 8.4%
- #58 Galaxar
67% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Exhibyte
Windows
Defend Terra against the onslaught of hostile invaders in this 2D top-down space shooter. Upgrade and empower your ship's different systems to stand a chance against the growing threat. If you fall, Terra falls, and the rest of the galaxy will soon follow.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Flight 13%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Space 10.5%
- #59 Space Elite Force
66% matchVery Positive89% of 186 reviews2018
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Gear up for an intergalactic thrill ride! Space Elite Force is a frenzied space-shooter packed with weapon customization and epic boss battles. Take command of your ship and fight for the survival of humanity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 17%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Flight 12.8%, Space 8.3%