- #1 I, Robot
97% matchPositive92% of 37 reviews2025
Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
Windows
Jeff Minter is back with another unique take on a 1980s Atari arcade game: I, Robot. Reimagined in Minter’s signature assault of colors, shapes and sounds, this new take on the eclectic arcade title is built from the ground up with new challenges, new twists, and a whole lot of llamas.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.8%, Surreal 14.9%, Abstract 12.8%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 10%
- #2 Blast'N Bounty
96% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
Dev: No CheckpointPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast’N Bounty is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up featuring 8 stages players can tackle in the order of their choosing. Cruise through a crazy solar system in a mix of pixel art and low poly 3D with action that’s easy to learn but tough to master!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.5%, Difficult 17.9%, 2.5D 14.1%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 8%
- #3 秦こころ弾幕連
96% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: 夢幻泡影リョウショウカカン
Windows
面霊気の戯れ
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.5%, Shooter 18.3%, Surreal 14.6%, Arcade 13.8%, Score Attack 10.1%
- #4 PAWARUMI
95% matchVery Positive93% of 80 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 20.6%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Difficult 14.1%, Arcade 10.7%, Shooter 10.4%
- #5 Space Invaders Extreme
94% matchVery Positive87% of 272 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 2.9 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: Bullet Hell 20.6%, Difficult 16%, Shooter 10.7%, Psychedelic 9.4%, Arcade 9%
- #6 The Power Latch Kid
94% match3 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Lazy Brain Games
Windows
Play as the Power Latch Kid in this classic arcade style twin-stick shump! Enjoy the complex gameplay experience of physics melding with shooting anarchy! How long can you stand to dwell within the crushing madness of the Amalgotron?
Why similar: Surreal 17.9%, Abstract 16.7%, Difficult 12.7%, Psychedelic 10.8%, Bullet Hell 9.3%
- #7 Dizzys
93% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Cryptie!!
Windows
A surreal bullet hell shmup about a face fighting a wheel! Dodge bullets and shoot down an onslaught of 6 difficult hand-animated bosses with carefully curated bullet patterns. battle to hectic music and aim to get hit as little as you can manage in...DIZZYS!!!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.5%, Difficult 15.7%, Surreal 14.2%, Shooter 11.4%, Psychedelic 10.3%
- #8 Dodge 2
92% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Bisso
Windows
Bullet hell with the mouse.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.2%, Arcade 15.3%, Psychedelic 13.5%, Action 10.9%, Score Attack 9%
- #9 Project Ictos
91% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Andrew BurkePub: Infinity Ink Games
Windows · Linux
Avoid everything, touch nothing, and reach a screen edge!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.2%, Difficult 24.1%, Surreal 19.2%, Arcade 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #10 Hypnorain
91% matchMixed65% of 20 reviews2016
Dev: Keyreal
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Hypnorain is a vertical bullet hell shooter. The player guides a character through handcrafted levels, shooting and dodging their way through an army of enemies and their mesmerizing bullet patterns.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.6%, Difficult 16.7%, Psychedelic 9.9%, Shooter 9.8%, Surreal 9%
- #11 Paddle Combat
90% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Marcin Priachin
Windows
Paddle Combat is a fast paced arcade game where you control paddle which has to avoid enemies while bouncing disk at them. Play through 60 variety levels against multiple distinct enemy types.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.6%, Abstract 19.5%, Arcade 16.5%, Action 11.8%, Score Attack 11.7%
- #12 Space Moth: Lunar Edition
89% matchPositive87% of 39 reviews2021
Dev: 1CC GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
Windows
1CC Games’ first shoot ’em up returns with totally overhauled visuals, all-new enemies and attacks, a deeper scoring system, remixed soundtrack and fresh player powers. Space Moth: Lunar Edition is the ultimate version of the beloved cult classic.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.8%, Psychedelic 14.7%, Arcade 11%, Score Attack 10.5%, Shooter 9%
- #13 100% Challenge
89% matchVery Positive94% of 64 reviews2023
Dev: findemor
Windows
Action arcade! CAPTURE enemies of your color and AVOID the rest to become the best in the world! Fast, addictive and 100% challenging!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.2%, Difficult 24.3%, Arcade 11.8%, Psychedelic 11.7%, Action 6.6%
- #14 Shmup Boss
88% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Ebal Studios
Windows · Linux
Minimalist colorful shoot 'em up with a story! Play as the yellow hero trying to get back the essential item taken away from him in a world divided by forms and colors. Will our hero get it back?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.1%, 2.5D 19.1%, Abstract 13%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 9.7%
- #15 AstroRage2049
86% matchPositive100% of 11 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: Bullet Hell 25.7%, Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 12.9%, Psychedelic 11.3%, Action 8.5%
- #16 CoreShot
87% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MoonWindowStudioPub: Nigel Purcell
Windows
CoreShot is a classic arcade style space shooter, where you pilot the spacecraft HonestWing to destroy the cores of evil. As you soar through enemy spacecraft, psychic pyramids, and grim castles, you will be tested against enemies with a variety of attack styles and epic boss battles. Blast away
Why similar: 2.5D 18.5%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 14.4%, Space 13.8%
- #17 Mesh Storm
85% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Fat Boomer Games
Windows · Linux
Retromodern hi-speed shmup
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35%, Shooter 20.1%, Arcade 18.3%, Action 13.2%, Retro 6.5%
- #18 Flashover MegaSector
86% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Happy Frog Games
Windows
Using a powerful weapon and raw skill, can you take out an entire space pirate fleet? Harken back to the era of old browser games in this fast-paced bullet hell shoot 'em up where stages change based on objectives cleared!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.5%, Score Attack 13.1%, Abstract 12.7%, Difficult 12.6%, Arcade 8.9%
- #19 Marimoth
84% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Nether Lamp
Windows
Marimoth is a short shoot 'em up that puts in control of a moth whose shots bounce off the walls. Calculate your aim, evade enemy attacks by learning their patterns and collect coins to power up.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Difficult 13.9%, Arcade 13.7%, Shooter 11.5%, Score Attack 10.1%
- #20 ITZO
82% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2026
Dev: GRRRVERSE
Windows · Mac
You’re a mediator trying to prevent an interplanetary conflict. How will you do it? By destroying infrastructure, overthrowing a monarchy, wiping out a hive, and eradicating half of a nebula… All this and more in ITZO, an 8-bit bullet hell game!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.1%, Shooter 16.8%, Space 13.9%, Arcade 11.8%, Retro 6.4%
- #21 Animal Kostume
83% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: LGV
Windows · Mac · Linux
No talk, compadre. It's Animal Kostume time! Follow kroc-boy in his path to overcome a series of difficult levels in this hardcore 2D platformer with a lot of enemies, bullets and surprises.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.6%, Difficult 21.6%, Shooter 12.4%, Abstract 12.1%, Arcade 9.6%
- #22 Kalzor: 2000
84% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Roley Games
Windows
Shoot different types of spaceships while avoiding getting shot yourself. Kill 10 minutes at a time with this affordable colourful timewaster.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22%, Difficult 16.3%, Shooter 11.2%, Space 11.1%, Arcade 10.8%
- #23 Normal SHMUP
82% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: HyperBitGore
Windows
Normal SHMUP is a strange shoot em' up game based around classic gameplay. Fight the enemies and regain control of the world again.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.8%, Surreal 14.7%, Psychedelic 13.3%, Abstract 12.8%, Arcade 8.5%
- #24 Eigengrau
80% matchVery Positive100% of 97 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: Bullet Hell 24%, Difficult 16.7%, 2.5D 15.1%, Shooter 11.4%, Score Attack 11%
- #25 Waifu Space Conquest
81% 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 37.4%, Shooter 18.7%, Arcade 14.6%, Space 7.1%, Action 7%
- #26 Deep Snake
78% matchVery Positive97% of 245 reviews2025
Dev: dietzribi
Windows
Non-Euclidean snake where you can go forever deeper and deeper into the void... ...and if you're good enough, into the daily leaderboards
Why similar: Psychedelic 18.4%, Arcade 15.3%, Surreal 11.5%, Score Attack 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #27 Grave Space
79% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Mojo Trio Games
Windows
Pilot through 10 progressive levels in this SNES/SEGA style 90's retro side scroller/bullet hell.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.3%, Shooter 18.5%, Arcade 14%, Space 8.8%, Action 8.3%
- #28 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
78% matchVery Positive96% of 90 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
"Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.1%, Difficult 19.4%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 8.1%, Abstract 8.1%
- #29 Blaster Panic
81% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Pirate Dog Games
Windows
Blaster Panic is a 2D space shooter where you defend your home base against an onslaught of enemies. Fight through ongoing boss battles. Last as long as you can to dominate the leaderboard.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.2%, Shooter 11.9%, Abstract 10.5%, Score Attack 9.5%, Space 9.4%
- #30 Syder Reloaded
77% matchPositive88% of 26 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: Bullet Hell 24.7%, Difficult 16%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 11.1%, Space 10.5%
- #31 Return Home
79% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Verran
Windows
Return Home is an abstract horizontal shooter with dynamic levels and metaphorical explosions. The game is randomised and altered according to how well you play.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.9%, Abstract 15.5%, Psychedelic 15.1%, Arcade 11%, Shooter 10.5%
- #32 Mace Knight
76% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: Nephilim
Windows
Line 'em up and bring the pain in this action-packed arcade game. Grab your mace of choice, bash your way through hordes of enemies, and compete for the top score on the leaderboard!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.4%, Difficult 25.7%, Arcade 13%, Score Attack 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #33 Will Glow the Wisp
77% matchVery Positive82% of 1,664 reviews2017
Dev: PartTimeIndie
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 26%
Navigate through psychadelic mazes to chill electornic beats. Imagine a mix between Super Meat Boy and Geometry Wars.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.5%, Difficult 16.1%, Surreal 12.2%, Abstract 11.7%, Psychedelic 9.9%
- #34 Crome: Before Purgatory
76% matchVery Positive88% of 50 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: Bullet Hell 23.8%, Difficult 20%, Action 12.3%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 11.3%
- #35 AstraX
75% matchMostly Positive75% of 40 reviews2022
Dev: RexTo Studios
Windows
AstraX is a side-scrolling action game about flying ships that can destroy everything in their path.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Difficult 19.1%, Shooter 12.1%, Space 10.1%, Arcade 9.8%
- #36 VectaGuard
73% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: RetroNinja
Windows
Arcade-inspired shmup action where neon vector caverns explode with modern visuals, dynamic music, weapon upgrades and intense score chasing.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.3%, 2.5D 18.3%, Abstract 11.5%, Arcade 10.7%, Score Attack 10.1%
- #37 Blasteria
73% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Supermutt Games, LLC
Windows
A 2.5D Abstract Sci-Fi top-down shooter about decimating germs on a petri dish. Fill the screen with lasers to decimate hundreds of duplicating germs. Upgrade your cannon, manipulate the germ's characteristics, uncover the mystery of this bacteria, and fight the ultimate supergerm.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.9%, 2.5D 17.6%, Abstract 17.2%, Shooter 10.3%, Psychedelic 8.3%
- #38 Spinner Invaders
75% 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: Bullet Hell 25.7%, Difficult 19.9%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 9.8%, Score Attack 9.6%
- #39 Neon Dodge
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mavixen
Windows
Neon Dodge is a frantic, vaporwave-themed bullet hell where you cannot shoot. Master the dodge to survive the impossible challenges that a mysterious Voice throws at you... Or watch your death counter ascend to infinity.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.3%, Difficult 30.3%, Arcade 18.4%, Action 7.4%, Retro 5.7%
- #40 Shmandala
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: mjoldhamPub: Pinfall Games
Windows
Shmandala is a delirious arcade-style shoot'em up choreographed to a banging soundtrack!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.6%, Difficult 14.6%, 2.5D 12.9%, Arcade 12.8%, Psychedelic 10.1%
- #41 Xylon
71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Jordan Fayd'herbe
Windows
A fast-paced retro shoot 'em up where you dodge bullets, upgrade your ship, and battle escalating waves of enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.9%, Arcade 19.1%, Space 12.8%, Action 10.6%, 2D 7.5%
- #42 Cataclyzm
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Dogroach
Windows
A 2D arcade shoot 'em up forged in the age of fire, feedback and METAL! Battle corrupted amps, demonic guitars and epic metalheads as you chug beer in a hellish concert of bullets and riffs. Crank it up to eleven and enter the moshpit!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.8%, Difficult 23.6%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 10.7%, Action 5.6%
- #43 Meteor Swarm Old School
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: CannizzaroSoftware
Windows
Shoot meteors with a variable fire main, and various different power-ups. Survive and set a new hi-score today!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.1%, Shooter 19.3%, Arcade 16.9%, Space 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 6%
- #44 XIIZEAL
72% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.8%, Difficult 19.6%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 9.5%, Score Attack 8.9%
- #45 Dodge
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Bisso
Windows
Bullet hell with the mouse.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38%, Abstract 22.2%, Psychedelic 18.9%, Action 12.5%, 2D 6.5%
- #46 Offendron Warrior
71% matchVery Positive87% of 51 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: Bullet Hell 24.5%, Difficult 20.1%, Shooter 12.7%, Arcade 9.9%, Space 9.6%
- #47 Forced Sacrifice: Hejled
69% matchPositive92% of 47 reviews2023
Dev: Hejled Studio
Windows
This game provides a fun and challenging experience for gamers who enjoy fast, skill-based arcade-style games with immersive audiovisuals and a focus on high scores.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.8%, Surreal 17.8%, Abstract 15.1%, Arcade 11.6%, Score Attack 10.1%
- #48 Karma Cannon
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Video Galaxy
Windows
Clear hordes of cosmic critters in this simple 2D shooter but be carefully, bullets that exit the arena will warp behind you and become dangerous to you ship. Whatever goes around comes around.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.4%, Shooter 14.9%, Space 10.5%, Action 9.3%, Arcade 8.3%
- #49 Torrential
72% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Torrential Studio
Windows
Torrential is a fair but difficult bullethell designed to not waste your time, or to waste your time depending on your perception.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.5%, Difficult 22.9%, 2.5D 18.6%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 5.8%
- #50 Beekyr Reloaded
70% matchVery Positive86% 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: Bullet Hell 23.8%, Difficult 19.7%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 9.6%, Score Attack 8.1%
- #51 Pointblank
69% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Ibrahim HishamPub: Minidevs
Windows
Enter a fast-paced arcade shooter with only a single bullet. Obliterate waves of enemies, unlock powerful augments, and make every shot count.
Why similar: Difficult 39.2%, Shooter 24.6%, Arcade 19.6%, 2D 8.2%, Action 7.9%
- #52 Impact Trial: Hyperchaos
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Manuel Bacallado
Windows
Survive endless waves and let yourself be swept away by the chaos. Impact Trial: Hyperchaos is an arcade bullet hell with adaptive difficulty, where every second counts and your reflexes determine how long you survive. The longer you hold out, the harder it gets. Can you survive the Hyperchaos?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.8%, Difficult 18.6%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 11.7%, Space 8.7%
- #53 Space Fuel
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: MXT Games
Windows
Bite-sized arcade shmup. Slam enemies, beat Bosses, get power-ups and repeat! Pilot your ship through deep space.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.9%, Score Attack 14.7%, Space 12.5%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 10.3%
- #54 Super reaKtor
64% matchVery Positive100% of 58 reviews2025
Dev: SuperSAZ StudioPub: TyGAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Super reaKtor is a bullet hell focused on difficulty with a twist: original controls and 2 differents weak points to manage. Collect green energy pellets, and avoid or absorb the various threats.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.1%, Difficult 21.6%, Score Attack 13.9%, Arcade 11.2%, Psychedelic 11.1%
- #55 PULSOR
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 26 reviews2019
Dev: robotragePub: RR Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
PULSOR is a fast paced shoot em' up space arcade game where you orbit a black hole. Use your quick reactions and aim to blast the obstacles in your way !
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.4%, Difficult 15.1%, Space 12.6%, Shooter 9.7%, Score Attack 9.5%
- #56 Prison Breaker
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kocow Games
Windows
Dodge, charge, and destroy! In this melodic action-based puzzle challenge, it's you versus the obstacles standing between you and the ultimate goal: pushing your dexterity to the limit and smashing the prison to bits. Ready to break some walls? Let the mayhem begin!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.1%, Difficult 23.9%, Abstract 15.4%, Arcade 12%, Colorful 4.9%
- #57 Bit Blaster XL
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,157 reviews2016
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.5 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: Bullet Hell 23.4%, Difficult 19.1%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 9.6%, Score Attack 9.6%
- #58 Chronos Bound: How We Became Heroes
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: FEEL THE PIXEL STUDIOS LTDA
Windows
Pilot a lone ship through a collapsing orbital station in a modern 2.5D shoot ’em up. Block bullets with a 360° directional shield, destroy grotesque wreck-born enemies, defeat colossal bosses, and build new upgrade paths with every run — a love letter to classic shoot ’em ups.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.8%, 2.5D 16%, Difficult 15.7%, Shooter 10.3%, Score Attack 10%
- #59 Void Gore
66% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Void Gore casts you as an ace pilot descending through the levels of hell and getting rich in the process.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.9%, Score Attack 17.5%, Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 11.4%, Action 7.1%
- #60 Ultra Thunderball
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: Dennis Krüger
Windows
WELCOME TO ULTRA THUNDERBALL!!!! Are you ready for the greatest arcade challenge yet? Equip your Gun-Bat and try to defeat the evil geometrics. See you in the tournament!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.1%, Surreal 22.1%, Arcade 18.7%, Action 13.3%, 2D 6.7%