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  1. #1 Super Hydorah
    97% matchVery Positive88% of 306 reviews2017
    Dev: LocomalitoPub: Abylight Studios
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Super Hydorah is a nonlinear horizontal shoot’ em up designed to offer a challenging experience, sublimating the richness of traditional shmup classics. Face the menace of the Meroptians aboard the Delta Lance, alone or with your friends in this game with direct action and nostalgic art.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39%, Difficult 12.8%, Arcade 11.8%, Bullet Hell 8.4%, Retro 8%

  2. #2 Crisis Wing
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 89 reviews2020
    Dev: Pieslice Productions
    Windows · Mac

    Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Difficult 13.8%, Shooter 8.1%, Linear 7.4%

  3. #3 ProtoCorgi
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 168 reviews2023
    Dev: Kemono GamesPub: Ravenscourt
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Get ready to Bark’em Up! Play as Bullet, a C³ class (Cute Cybernetic Corgi) pup on his quest to save his owner, a brilliant scientist kidnapped by an alien race that wants to rule the galaxy. ProtoCorgi is a retro pixel art shoot’em up with a strong arcade feel!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.5%, Dog 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Arcade 7.3%

  4. #4 Jetboard Joust
    95% matchVery Positive82% of 99 reviews2020
    Dev: BitBull LtdPub: indie.io
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 28%

    Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Difficult 10.8%, Arcade 5.8%

  5. #5 Power-Up
    94% matchMixed58% of 263 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 28.5%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Shooter 8.5%, Retro 6%

  6. #6 Really Big Sky
    94% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.3%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Shooter 6.8%

  7. #7 RagingBlasters
    92% matchVery Positive99% of 123 reviews2021
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.6%, Shooter 14%, Local Co-Op 10.2%, Bullet Hell 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

  8. #8 Rocking Pilot
    93% 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 27.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Difficult 13.2%, Arcade 8.7%

  9. #9 Assault Android Cactus+
    91% matchVery Positive94% of 2,000 reviews2015
    Dev: Witch Beam
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Difficult 12%, Shooter 7.7%

  10. #10 Nex Machina
    91% matchVery Positive87% of 2,168 reviews2017
    Dev: Housemarque
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Nex Machina is an intense arcade style twin-stick shooter from Housemarque. Taking hints from both Robotron and Smash TV, Nex Machina focuses on pure action, voxel destruction and competition in the distant, cablepunk themed future.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.1%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Difficult 7.8%, Arcade 7.7%

  11. #11 Bit Blaster XL
    89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,141 reviews2016
    Dev: Adamvision Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Difficult 15.2%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 8.5%

  12. #12 Steredenn: Binary Stars
    90% matchVery Positive88% of 958 reviews2015
    Dev: Pixelnest StudioPub: TyGAMES
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 67.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Steredenn is a frenetic and chaotic space shooter, carved in big beautiful pixels, with insane boss battles. Embark in your ship and engage the fight against dreadful space pirates in a never-ending combat for your survival.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 8.3%

  13. #13 Chippy
    88% matchVery Positive91% of 1,169 reviews2019
    Dev: Facepunch Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Chip destructible bosses apart pixel-by-pixel in this twin-stick bullet-hell shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Difficult 10.8%, Shooter 6.8%

  14. #14 Blazing Chrome
    87% matchVery Positive87% of 1,924 reviews2019
    Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Difficult 8.8%, Shooter 7.8%, Retro 7.6%

  15. #15 Shoot 1UP DX
    89% matchVery Positive80% of 152 reviews2015
    Dev: Mommy's Best Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Why play shoot 'em ups one ship at a time? Launch them all at once! Unleash an entire armada of ships in Shoot 1UP!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Shooter 9.1%, Arcade 7.6%

  16. #16 Undercroft Warriors
    86% matchMostly Positive79% of 459 reviews2024
    Dev: Fuzzy
    Windows

    Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Difficult 11.6%, Shooter 7.3%

  17. #17 Roto Force
    85% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
    Dev: Accidently AwesomePub: PID Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Shoot and dash your way through frantic missions! A twin-stick shooter set in a rotating world. Unlock weapons, move quickly and fight tons of bosses.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Difficult 12.1%, Shooter 6.8%

  18. #18 DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours
    86% matchVery Positive82% of 813 reviews2015
    Dev: PyramidPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours is the latest installment in Taito's DARIUS series of arcade-style shooting games. Blast hordes of alien sea-monsters, and blaze your own trail through branching environments.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.4%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Arcade 10.7%, Local Co-Op 4.4%

  19. #19 Cloud Cutter
    83% matchVery Positive87% of 127 reviews2021
    Dev: Just Two ltd.
    Windows

    Cloud Cutter brings you classic arcade shoot ‘em up gameplay in top notch graphics. Enjoy intense fast-paced explosive action full of epic destruction, arcade style power-ups, lasers and of course huge multi-stage boss fights.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 11%, Retro 5.1%

  20. #20 Vectorium
    84% matchMostly Positive78% of 76 reviews2018
    Dev: IndigoBlue Game Studio
    Windows

    Vectorium is a classical, yet intense arcade shooting game. Can you survive those dreadful enemies and barrage of gunfire?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 6.9%

  21. #21 Ultratron
    84% 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 31.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Arcade 9.6%, Local Co-Op 7.3%, Retro 6.6%

  22. #22 Sophstar
    82% matchVery Positive100% of 102 reviews2022
    Dev: Banana Bytes
    Windows

    A vertical arcade shoot'em up with an inventive teleport system, lots of fast-blazing action and explosions, tons of boss fights, a risk/reward based score system and a proper challenge for both veteran and new players of the genre.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 9.1%, Retro 6.4%

  23. #23 Go Mecha Ball
    81% matchVery Positive87% of 452 reviews2024
    Dev: Whale Peak GamesPub: Super Rare Originals
    Windows
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%

    Load up and roll out, in this twin stick shooter with roguelike progression! Blast your way through arcade-style levels, using pinball-style physics mixed with an arsenal of devastating weapons. Defeat waves of enemy bots, battle big bosses, and upgrade your mech between runs.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 8.2%

  24. #24 Switch 'N' Shoot
    82% matchVery Positive96% of 154 reviews2016
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Difficult 14.5%, Arcade 9.2%, Shooter 9.1%

  25. #25 Schildmaid MX
    81% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2023
    Dev: HitP Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your shield tech and absorb projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield expires and it's danger time, you better switch up your strategy fast...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

  26. #26 Voidigo
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,722 reviews2023
    Dev: semiwork
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    A vividly animated action roguelite focused on boss hunting. Unleash an array of diverse weapons and powerups to combat the corruption of the Void.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Difficult 10.4%, Local Co-Op 8.1%

  27. #27 Q-YO Blaster
    80% matchVery Positive91% of 195 reviews2018
    Dev: TEAM Black Hat Robot
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 28%

    Q-YO Blaster is a shooting game, with peculiar characters, strange enemies, weapons and many explosions. Enter the miniature world and stop the threat

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.6%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Action 9.9%, Indie 6.2%

  28. #28 The Bug Butcher
    79% matchVery Positive90% of 1,201 reviews2016
    Dev: Awfully Nice Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A fast paced action shooter inspired by the arcade classic Super Pang! Use a wide selection of weapons and powerups to tear through increasingly challenging levels.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Local Co-Op 11.6%, Arcade 10.7%, Difficult 10.6%

  29. #29 BLUE REVOLVER
    78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 858 reviews2016
    Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.6%, Bullet Hell 27.8%, Arcade 7.7%, Difficult 5.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%

  30. #30 Sektori
    74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 704 reviews2025
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Sektori is an intense, fast paced twin-stick shooter infused with hard hitting techno music. A game where the high-adrenaline gameplay, visuals, and music come together to transport you into another state of consciousness.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Arcade 8.7%, Shooter 7%

  31. #31 Jet Lancer
    77% matchVery Positive93% of 1,187 reviews2020
    Dev: Code WakersPub: Armor Games Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Jet Lancer is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you duel enemy aviators, hunt giant robots, and defy death at supersonic speeds as you evolve from an unknown rookie aviator into a once-in-a-generation ACE pilot.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Difficult 11.4%, Shooter 6.7%

  32. #32 Black Paradox
    79% matchMixed68% of 132 reviews2019
    Dev: Highwalls
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 42 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    Buckle up for shoot ‘em up chaos in this fast-paced and hyper-stylized roguelite. As the infamous bounty hunter Black Paradox, it’s up to you to travel through space and defeat the Hellraisers – the most dangerous criminal organization in the galaxy.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Shooter 9.1%, Local Co-Op 6.8%

  33. #33 Contract Rush DX
    73% matchVery Positive100% of 219 reviews2025
    Dev: FigburnPub: Team Ficus
    Windows

    Contract Rush DX is a hand-animated 2D Shoot 'Em Up, with multiple playable characters. Explore the world, collect powerful upgrades throughout levels, and unleash them to defeat difficult boss battles!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Difficult 18.9%, Shooter 9.1%, Arcade 7.7%

  34. #34 satryn deluxe
    76% matchVery Positive97% of 132 reviews2021
    Dev: maybell🌻
    Windows · Linux

    a chaotic, infinite twin stick shooty✨

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.2%, Arcade 12%, Retro 8%, Shooter 7.8%, Colorful 7%

  35. #35 Super Bit Blaster XL
    75% matchVery Positive94% of 878 reviews2020
    Dev: Adamvision Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Bullet Hell 24%, Arcade 9.8%, Local Co-Op 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

  36. #36 Hyper Sentinel
    78% matchVery Positive84% of 68 reviews2018
    Dev: Four5Six PixelPub: Huey Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 21%

    A face-melting, pixel-pumping arcade shoot 'em up featuring awesome power-ups, epic boss battles and spectacular effects at a blistering 60fps. Blast into battle against giant space destroyers in Arcade Mode, tackle endless waves of enemies in Survival Mode and face off against epic level guardians in Boss Run mode.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.6%, Bullet Hell 27.1%, Arcade 14.9%, Retro 9.3%, Action 7.4%

  37. #37 Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax
    76% matchVery Positive94% of 232 reviews2015
    Dev: Dreamloop Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax is a fast-paced couch co-op action shooter with SHMUP/Brawler gameplay and RPG elements. Choose your mechs, weapons & upgrades then soar through space, defeat evil & save the future... from itself!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Shooter 8.5%

  38. #38 Mighty Goose
    72% matchVery Positive87% of 1,036 reviews2021
    Dev: BlastmodePub: PLAYISM
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Mighty Goose is a fast paced run & gun shooter starring a bounty hunter Goose. Use epic weapons and devastating war machines to battle against screen filling bosses and hordes of enemies!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 27.4%, Local Co-Op 20.9%, Arcade 12.3%, Colorful 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

  39. #39 Rigid Force Alpha
    75% matchMostly Positive80% of 133 reviews2018
    Dev: com8com1 Software
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Classic shoot’em up action in modern 3D! Blast off to take down hordes of infected aliens and dreadful machines programmed on waging an intergalactic war against mankind!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 8.7%

  40. #40 Space Elite Force
    74% matchVery Positive89% of 185 reviews2018
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    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 22%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Linear 8.6%, Arcade 7.7%

  41. #41 ZeroRanger
    71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,130 reviews2018
    Dev: System Erasure
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.8%, Bullet Hell 24.8%, Arcade 6.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%, Retro 4.3%

  42. #42 Aqua Kitty - Milk Mine Defender
    73% matchVery Positive86% of 480 reviews2014
    Dev: TIKIPOD
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Aqua Kitty is a fast paced retro styled submarine arcade shooter with optional 2 player local Co-op.Blast through hordes of mechanical sea monsters in your kitty sub and defend the deep sea milk mining kittens!THE MILK MUST FLOW!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.2%, Local Co-Op 8.9%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Arcade 8.2%, Retro 6.3%

  43. #43 Danmaku Unlimited 2
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 481 reviews2014
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Classic Japanese style vertical manic shooting action! Shoot, dodge and explode your way through the second entry in the critically acclaimed Danmaku Unlimited series. Battle through nail-biting bullet patterns and compete for dominance on the global leaderboard!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 41.4%, Arcade 5.9%, Shooter 5.2%, Action 3.4%

  44. #44 Super Glitter Rush
    71% 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 36.6%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Shooter 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%, 2D 5.1%

  45. #45 Neon Striker
    68% matchVery Positive89% of 81 reviews2025
    Dev: Zeno's Adventure Team
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Configure the weaponry on your ship to blast away enemies as you navigate through swarms of bullets and space battles. Each ship has unique customization options and playstyles.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.1%, Bullet Hell 31.4%, Shooter 13.4%, Sci-fi 6.4%, 2D 5.6%

  46. #46 Ikaruga
    70% matchVery Positive95% of 2,307 reviews2014
    Dev: TREASURE
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    Shoot! Dodge! and... Get Hit!? "Ikaruga" is a vertical shoot 'em up that features an unique polarity-switching gameplay. Switch the ship's polarity and "get hit and absorb" enemy bullets! Achieve High Score with the chain bonus!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.4%, Bullet Hell 34.4%, Arcade 9.6%, Difficult 4.2%, Shooter 4%

  47. #47 Space Elite Force II
    70% 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 21.7%, Side Scroller 17%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Arcade 7.8%, Shooter 6.4%

  48. #48 Laser Disco Defenders
    72% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2016
    Dev: Out Of BoundsPub: Excalibur Publishing
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    A self-inflicted bullet hell that combines retro sci-fi with the sounds and sights of the disco era

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Shooter 6.9%, Arcade 5.6%

  49. #49 Astral Gunners
    67% matchVery Positive100% of 57 reviews2024
    Dev: Sati Bros
    Windows

    Get ready to push your skills to the limit against an endless sea of bullets and evil robots in Astral Gunners. Choose from five different gunners to master in this horizontal shooter. With the ability to dodge, reflect, delete, and convert bullets you are more powerful than you might believe.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Bullet Hell 25.1%, Difficult 14%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Shooter 6%

  50. #50 Comet Crasher
    70% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2019
    Dev: Mika Molenkamp
    Windows

    Soar, shoot and dodge - but don't stop moving. Fall down at breakneck speeds in this fast-paced platformer filled with chaos and explosions.

    Why similar: Arcade 42.8%, Action 32.1%, Indie 20.9%, Singleplayer 4.2%

  51. #51 Galaxy Highways
    66% matchVery Positive98% of 54 reviews2025
    Dev: Nanopike
    Windows · Mac

    An indie story-driven space shooter with intense battles, escalating enemy waves, and massive boss fights. Choose and upgrade ships, unlock powerful weapons, and protect your allies. Upgrade your base and construct a battleship to take on even stronger enemies. All set to a rock & synth soundtrack.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.7%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Difficult 14.4%, Shooter 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

  52. #52 Devader
    69% matchVery Positive95% of 55 reviews2019
    Dev: Falkenbrew
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Devader is an intense 90's-style twin-stick shooter, complete with crazy old-school bosses, powerful strategic abilities and multiple endings. Upgrade your robot with nukes, shields, turrets and more to exterminate the relentless invaders.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Difficult 13.3%, Shooter 8.8%

  53. #53 Sine Mora
    69% matchVery Positive82% of 940 reviews2012
    Dev: Digital RealityPub: HandyGames
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Sine Mora is a horizontal shoot'em up that provides a unique take on challenge, where time is the ultimate factor.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.7%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Arcade 7.5%, Shooter 5.5%

  54. #54 Godstrike
    69% matchMixed64% of 244 reviews2021
    Dev: OverPowered TeamPub: indie.io
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    Godstrike is a twin-stick shooter where time is your health and currency. Face off against ruthless bosses in tense, 1v1 showdowns as Talaal, the last Herald.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 42.6%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 6.9%, Combat 5.2%

  55. #55 Yars: Recharged
    66% matchVery Positive86% of 120 reviews2022
    Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Shoot from affar or get nibble away up-close and personal in a boss-rush, bullet-dodging revival of the 1982 Atari classic title, Yars' Revenge. Take on 60 unique enemy encounters alone or with a friend in local co-op.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shooter 8.2%, Linear 7.6%

  56. #56 Grav Blazer Squared
    71% matchMixed40% of 85 reviews2017
    Dev: Ripknot Systems
    Windows
    Median: 0 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 11%

    Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 10%, Sci-fi 5.5%

  57. #57 Gunkid 99
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 66 reviews2019
    Dev: Yongjustyong
    Windows

    GUNKID 99 is a fast and frantic 2D arena-shooter that will seriously challenge your skills and reflexes. Craft your own unique play-style and develop crazy combos​ with numerous weapons and abilities at your disposal! Lay waste to endless hordes of enemies and get that top score on the Global Leaderboards!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Difficult 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.4%

  58. #58 Hyperspace Dogfights
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 139 reviews2018
    Dev: Sleeper Games
    Windows · Linux

    Hyperspace Dogfights is a juicy jet-combat roguelite in which you blast, dodge and slice your way through masses of technologically inferior baddies. Your jet evolves differently on each run and becomes stronger and weirder by gathering some of the 300+ available items.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Difficult 14.9%, Shooter 8%, Sci-fi 6.7%

  59. #59 Trigonarium
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2015
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Trigonarium is a hardcore twin-stick shooter for fans of challenging arcade gaming. Fight your way through multitudes of enemy formations in constantly shifting battle arenas to face the colossal level bosses.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Local Co-Op 11.9%, Shooter 6.1%, Colorful 5.9%

  60. #60 Alien Crusader
    68% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 37%, Difficult 21.3%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Action 9.8%, Sci-fi 7.5%

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