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Games Like Chuhou Joutai 3: Three Nights of Scarlet Abscess

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  1. #1 Chuhou Joutai 2: Paraided!
    97% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
    Dev: Drillimation Systems
    Windows

    The true strength of The Real Driller is his wisdom.

    Why similar: Cold War 12.6%, America 9.6%, Alternate History 8%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.4%, 1980s 7%

  2. #2 Touhou Chouhatsuyou ~ Burgeoning Tresses of Longevity
    96% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Drillimation Systems
    Windows · Mac

    A mysterious scent has caused everyone's hair to grow haywire...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, 1990's 10.2%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 8%

  3. #3 GunBird - 2
    96% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2026
    Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
    Windows

    Four years after their previous work “GUNBIRD,” a new, even more powerful five-member group has arrived.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 11.3%, 1990's 10.6%

  4. #4 Touhou Meijinka ~ Song of Divine Tempest
    95% matchMixed62% of 34 reviews2023
    Dev: Drillimation Systems
    Windows · Mac

    A thunderous concert appears...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, 1990's 10.6%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 9%

  5. #5 Pamina VS Slimes
    94% matchVery Positive97% of 72 reviews2024
    Dev: Rune Game Dev
    Windows

    Pamina VS Slimes is a fast-paced top-down arcade game where you defend your home from endless waves of slimes. Choose from 4 headpattable characters, master elemental strategies, and unleash powerful burst skills across 4 game modes. Get ready for non-stop action!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Anime 10.9%, Arcade 10.7%, Shooter 8.7%

  6. #6 Game Tengoku CruisinMix Special
    94% matchMostly Positive78% of 100 reviews2017
    Dev: CITY CONNECTIONPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%

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

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, 1990's 11.7%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 9%

  7. #7 Chaos Moon : 1CC Edition
    93% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: SNOWBALL EFFECT GAMES
    Windows

    A classic style SHMUP in the tradition of 80's and 90's vertical scrolling shooters. Maximize your run and get to the top of the High-score Leaderboard. Can you achieve the rank of Fleet Admiral? It's a challenge. Visit our website for a free playable browser demo of the game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, 1980s 13.6%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 10.9%

  8. #8 AstroRage2049
    92% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
    Dev: CJPub: Outofthematrix
    Windows

    A short space shooter game that you can finish in your break time with beginner-friendly gameplay and some special features.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, 1980s 12%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 11.2%

  9. #9 GunBird
    91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 11.5%, 1990's 9.4%

  10. #10 Blazend
    91% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2022
    Dev: Rich Games
    Windows

    Blaze through 7 action packed levels in this sci-fi shoot 'em up made to test even the toughest of shmup veterans. No tricks and no gimmicks; all you have is your raw skill. Board the Phoenix G7, and blast those alien lifeforms to interstellar space!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Bullet Hell 21.5%, Arcade 13%, 1990's 11%, Anime 8.4%

  11. #11 Armored Lab Force VULVEHICLES
    90% matchPositive100% of 40 reviews2022
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    Raze the road less traveled with your Vulvehicle, the ultimate all-purpose armored combat machine! Whether flying through the sky, or burrowing deep underground, these gals stop at nothing to blast through terrain and enemies alike in this comical action STG!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, 1980s 12.9%, Shooter 10.4%, 1990's 9.7%

  12. #12 Strikers 1945 2
    89% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
    Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
    Windows

    The Saikyo-style system, trusted by players from casual gamers to hardcore enthusiasts, now features a new three-stage charge shot enhancement system, significantly boosting strategic depth. If you haven't played it yet, we urge you to give it a try.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 11.6%, 1990's 9.8%

  13. #13 DANMAKAI: Red Forbidden Fruit
    89% matchVery Positive92% of 108 reviews2020
    Dev: 森の中の猫の小屋
    Windows

    PowerUp and BusterAttack! Despite the beauty of the Danmaku aggressive playing leads to victory in this Makaism Danmaku shooter. The Danmaku Garden awaits you. There's even a cat!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 10.1%, 1990's 9.8%

  14. #14 EGGCONSOLE ZANAC EX MSX2
    87% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: D4Enterprise Co.,Ltd.
    Windows

    The Zanac battle, which was supposed to have ended, was not over. To suppress the reactivated organic intelligence, Zanac takes flight once again!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, 1980s 15%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 13.1%

  15. #15 Magical Blaster
    88% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: reverse snare
    Windows

    High-speed horizontal shmups in which many fairies fight together!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

  16. #16 Feeble Light
    86% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off as a little star trying to rid the cosmos of angry celestial beings in Feeble Light, a 3-tone pixel art shoot’em up where minimalistic presentation makes way for precision controls and fluid animation!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 10.9%, 1990's 9.1%

  17. #17 Dininho Space Adventure
    85% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
    Dev: Dininho
    Windows

    Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Bullet Hell 21%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 13.6%, Action 7.7%

  18. #18 Pretty Kitty Fuzzy
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Ninja Gate Studios
    Windows

    Pretty Kitty Fuzzy is a 2D "bullet-hell" shmup! Help Fuzzy save the universe with the power of love and positivity through nine whimsical stages. There are tons of lore and features in this puuurrr-fect shoot-em-up!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Anime 11.8%, Arcade 8.2%, Action 6.2%

  19. #19 GRADIUS ORIGINS
    81% matchVery Positive94% of 250 reviews2025
    Dev: KONAMI
    Windows

    Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, 1980s 17.7%, Arcade 17.6%, Shooter 15.1%, 1990's 13%

  20. #20 Splicer
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: PolarBytes-Studio
    Windows · Linux

    Blast enemies, get ship upgrades and defeat bosses in this arcade inspired space bullet hell

    Why similar: 1980s 20.9%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Arcade 13.7%, Shooter 13.6%

  21. #21 月之泪 ~ Tears of Luna
    84% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: 宇智波早苗
    Windows

    Danmaku style STG. What is The cause of the Emergency?Why the artifact finally appeared? Travel through time and space,dodge the bullet-hell, defeat the sorceress, and save your own world line!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Alternate History 12.5%, Anime 11.3%, Arcade 9.5%

  22. #22 Xmas Shooting - Scramble!!
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 138 reviews2016
    Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Help Aru save Christmas in this humoristic, action-packed shooter set in the universe of QP Shooting - Dangerous!!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Anime 10.4%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 7.4%

  23. #23 Super Arcade Boy in Defender of Planet Earth
    83% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2017
    Dev: LoadUpGames.com
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A retro-style classic side-scrolling shoot ’em up. Fly Super Arcade Boy through 8 levels, blast enemy waves, grab power-ups, and take down bosses.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, 1980s 14.8%, 1990's 11.7%, Shooter 11.4%

  24. #24 Return Ace
    82% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: NEROTA
    Windows

    Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, 1980s 16.1%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 10.6%

  25. #25 Compact Plasma Gears
    80% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Pliesnetsov Serhii
    Windows

    Embark on a retro-shoot-'em-up task to fight space pirates, industrial equipment, archeotech and, probably, space gods. Engage enemies in increasingly cruel levels, fight vile bosses, uncover secrets and pursue the call of ancient technologies.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Arcade 11.3%, 1980s 10%, Anime 9.9%

  26. #26 Neptunia Shooter
    81% matchVery Positive88% of 738 reviews2019
    Dev: Idea Factory International
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 65.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Anime 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Cute 8.3%

  27. #27 Idol Hell
    79% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2023
    Dev: Ultimate DevelopersPub: MAGIC Spell Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    🎀Idol Hell is the beginner friendly bullet hell game!🎀Play as Medli and fight through hoards of enemies and meet vibrant cute bosses! Play at your pace and choose from 4 difficulties!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 19%, Anime 10.8%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 10%

  28. #28 Karous
    77% 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 32.5%, Bullet Hell 27.2%, Shooter 16.2%, Arcade 14%, 2D 5.6%

  29. #29 WITCH-BOT MEGLILO
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 121 reviews2016
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Stop time and project yourself through space with “Time-stop warp” magic, pass through physical obstacles, dodge incoming bullets and shoot down your enemies! A satisfying shooter, filled with dark humor!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Anime 11.2%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 9.6%

  30. #30 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    77% 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 26%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 11.4%, 1990's 8.7%

  31. #31 QP Shooting - Dangerous!!
    78% matchVery Positive93% of 515 reviews2014
    Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    QP Shooting - Dangerous!! is a bullet hell type shoot’em’up starring the pudding-loving dog girl QP seen in 100% Orange Juice. Nothing can stand between QP and her pudding - not even difficulty options to reduce the experienced gamer to tears!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Anime 10.8%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 8.9%

  32. #32 Gunvein
    76% matchVery Positive97% of 212 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 34.8%, Bullet Hell 25.8%, Arcade 13%, Shooter 9.3%, Action 6.7%

  33. #33 Mamorukun ReCurse!
    75% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2025
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    Everyone, gather at the YO-KAI Disco! The cursed shooting party begins! All past game modes, additional characters, and BGM are included at once!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 13.4%, Anime 8.6%

  34. #34 TENGAI
    74% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2026
    Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
    Windows

    Three years after Sengoku Ace. The long-awaited sequel arrives!! Saikyo's side-scrolling shooter. The first installment!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 12.2%, 1990's 11.7%

  35. #35 Red Titans
    76% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2023
    Dev: TEAM Black Hat RobotPub: TEAM Black Hat Robot
    Windows

    RED TITANS is a single player vertical shoot em up, use the resources available to stop the threat, you will have to be very skillful since there are no continues.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, 1980s 16.2%, Arcade 13.4%, 1990's 13.1%

  36. #36 Dessert Storm Girls
    75% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: Joe James
    Windows

    Avoid bullets and eliminate enemies to earn points.Take on challenging enemies and bosses across multiple stages, each with its unique design and challenges. Use your skills to stay ahead of the enemy and emerge victorious.Help the CDF stop the separatist uprising and restore peace.

    Why similar: Alternate History 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 10.5%, Anime 7.2%

  37. #37 Double D. F.
    78% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: RielFactor
    Windows

    To bring you the old school 2D space arcade feeling in a modern look and feel. Whether you like the hard core style of the old days, or you have become the more lay back type, shoot your way home at the fun rate for you. Upgrade your ship on the way home, to get ready for the final battle. Have fun!

    Why similar: 1980s 18.6%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, 1990's 11.6%, Shooter 10.9%

  38. #38 Zaxtron EXPLUS
    73% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
    Dev: RUOKPub: MBC Entertainment
    Windows

    ZAXTRON EXPLUS is a fast-paced 1980s-style SHMUP/STG with bright graphics, challenging bosses and loads of secrets to find!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.3%, 1980s 24.6%, Shooter 17.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Action 10.4%

  39. #39 Nevultra
    73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Zoblin Multimedia
    Windows

    Nevultra is an exciting shoot'em up that will take you back to the 8bit/16bit era. The protagonist, Nina, needs your help to reach her destination in deep space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Arcade 12.9%, Shooter 11.7%, 1980s 10.8%

  40. #40 Fingun Forever!
    72% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: Pixelteriyaki
    Windows

    In a horrible tragedy, Casino Karen and her army of giant anime waifus have kidnapped your girlfriend. Pilot Fingun once again and save the day!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 13.2%, Anime 11.4%, Comedy 6.8%

  41. #41 Retro Wave Thunder
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Chicken Waffle
    Windows · Linux

    Take control of a hyper radical super-powered gunboat, and battle enemy drones through intense naval warfare! With stunning retro graphics, and chaotic enemy AI, this game will keep you on the edge of your seat! Prepare for waves of enemies, and unleash your thunder!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, 1980s 16.6%, 1990's 12.3%, Shooter 12%

  42. #42 Super Orbital Mega Drift II
    71% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
    Dev: Elie GedigierPub: beebop
    Windows

    Defeat the Empire a second time in this short electro-jazz space shooter. Beat up bosses and upgrade your ship as you go deeper into the belly of the beast.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Bullet Hell 21%, Arcade 12.3%, 1990's 11.1%, Shooter 9.6%

  43. #43 Cybxus Heart
    73% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
    Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
    Windows

    Cybxus Hearts inspired by classic Japanese shooting games. This is a game where you control three different characters at the same time.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Arcade 12.9%, Shooter 11.7%, Comedy 7.8%

  44. #44 UfoPilot : The Phadt Menace - Steam Edition
    72% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: nornware AB
    Windows

    A sci-fi retro side-scrolling shoot-em-up / rescue game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, 1980s 14.8%, Shooter 11.8%, 1990's 11%, Arcade 10.7%

  45. #45 Popcorn Rocket
    71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Battle Geek Plus, L.L.C.
    Windows

    Popcorn Rocket is a silly food based old-school arcade space shooter. Pilot the Popcorn Rocket as you blast through hordes of food spaceships in order to save the galaxy from the evil Nebula Empire! With a wacky cast of heroes and villains, Popcorn Rocket will leave your stomach wanting more!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 10.5%, Comedy 6.7%

  46. #46 Battle AirForce
    69% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Shooter 11.2%, 1980s 10.6%, Arcade 8.4%

  47. #47 Neon Invaders
    70% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Neon Invaders will take you back to your gaming roots with its constant action and relentlessly brutal enemies. Absorb enemy shots of the same colour to trigger a flurry of fire to decimate the alien invaders. Dodge and Match your way to victory through 40 levels and 5 difficulty settings.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, 1980s 14.6%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 10.8%

  48. #48 Space Saviour Special
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lizard Game Dev
    Windows

    Space Savior Special. Shmup genre game. Help Earth in her last awakened attempt to save humanity from the Naggal Biomechanical Virus. Use everything you have to get through enemy forces! Your ship, your pods, your bombs, your faith and your reflexes to destroy your terrible enemy!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 10.4%, 1980s 10%

  49. #49 NANOFORCE tactical surgeon fighter
    69% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2023
    Dev: Alec's factory
    Windows

    Climb into the cockpit of an overpowered micro unit and fight against an invisible enemy that threatens the Human race. Progress through numerous enemy waves and bosses across more than 7 levels filled with action, secrets, and more !

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Bullet Hell 25.8%, Shooter 15.3%, 1990's 10.7%, Arcade 7.8%

  50. #50 Waifu Space Conquest
    69% 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 29.3%, Shooter 16.8%, Arcade 14.4%, Anime 8.6%, Cute 8.6%

  51. #51 SATAZIUS
    70% 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 22.7%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, 1980s 9.8%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 9.5%

  52. #52 Chromacell
    67% 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 23.3%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 11.1%, 1980s 10.4%

  53. #53 Graze Counter
    68% matchVery Positive96% of 313 reviews2017
    Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Anime 10.7%, 1990's 10.6%, Arcade 9.2%

  54. #54 Deathroids
    68% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2020
    Dev: Silver Cat Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Remember the golden age of arcades playing a game with all the classic 80's/90's space-shooting features. See how far you can go by destroying all enemy robots that are ready to planet earth attack.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 10.4%, 1980s 9.9%

  55. #55 Basilisk looks into the Mirror
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Projector Studios
    Windows

    Shmup. Unlock. Customise. Experiment. Upgrade. Basilisk. Petrify. Easy.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Bullet Hell 17%, 1980s 14.2%, 1990's 10.9%, Shooter 10.8%

  56. #56 Crystal Breaker
    65% matchPositive84% of 32 reviews2024
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    Shoot the enemy at close range! Crystal Breaker is a vertically scrolling shmup that focuses on close range attack.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, 1990's 16.9%, Arcade 14.6%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%

  57. #57 東方眠世界 ~ Wonderful Waking World
    65% matchVery Positive98% of 291 reviews2022
    Dev: Oligarchomp
    Windows

    A simplistic, dynamic Touhou fangame bullet hell shmup with a pixel art esthetic. Shoot down your enemies and dodge your way through an incessant barrage of projectiles!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Arcade 13.6%, Shooter 11.9%, Action 6.1%

  58. #58 Super Glitter Rush
    66% matchVery Positive96% of 113 reviews2021
    Dev: tiny cactus studio
    Windows

    Super Glitter Rush is a boss-rush style bullet hell shoot-em-up!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Shooter 14.1%, Cute 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7%

  59. #59 Fingun
    66% matchPositive87% of 38 reviews2022
    Dev: PixelteriyakiPub: Gamuzumi
    Windows

    In a horrible tragedy, the world has been invaded by giant anime girls causing erotic mayhem everywhere.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Arcade 12.5%, Anime 12.2%, Bullet Hell 11%, Shooter 10.9%

  60. #60 Strikers 1945 3
    64% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
    Windows

    From shooting game freaks to office workers, the latest installment in that series that captivated so many users!! Strikers 1999

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, 1980s 11.5%, Arcade 11.3%, Shooter 11.1%

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