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  1. #1 MassEve
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Revera
    Windows

    The quantum world is on the edge of revolution, and only neutrinos can shift its fate. Mass-Eve is a fast-paced roguelike twin-stick shooter diving deep into the mysteries of modern physics. The future of the universe depends on your choices, are you ready to reshape it?

    Why similar: Science 23.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.6%, Action Roguelike 15.2%, Roguelike 12.7%, Shooter 9.8%

  2. #2 Echoes of Elpis
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Petrichor Labs
    Windows · Linux

    Echoes of Elpis is a twin-stick shooter sci-fi roguelike. Upgrade weapons, discover new tech, and uncover a secret past as you battle through Elpis on an epic treasure hunt.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 15.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 15.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14.9%, Space 14.1%, Sci-fi 12.3%

  3. #3 Just Do Eat
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Indion
    Windows

    Microscopic SurvivalEmbark on a microscopic survival journey where you eat or be eaten.Simple controls meet strategic evolution in this unique roguelike RPG._Hunt the weak, flee the strong, and evolve your way to become the apex predator of this endless micro universe.

    Why similar: Science 25.7%, Space 19.9%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Roguelike 15%, Sci-fi 10.1%

  4. #4 Re/Phase
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Project Dreihänder
    Windows · Mac

    Fly, Build, and Fight in a modular spaceflight roguelike set in a hostile alien universe. Control the ship’s movement with high precision, build bizarre ships from random parts, and turn cosmic chaos into mastery as you battle to survive.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.8%, Space 18.4%, Sci-fi 15.7%, Top-Down Shooter 12.2%, Roguelike 7.2%

  5. #5 Raiden NOVA | 雷電NOVA | 雷電新星
    94% matchMostly Positive75% of 61 reviews2024
    Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
    Windows

    "Raiden" unites! Get ready to blast into a thrilling new dimension like never before!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.5%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Top-Down Shooter 12.5%, Roguelike 12.1%, Shooter 9.5%

  6. #6 Rogue Protocol
    94% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: CR Games
    Windows

    Rogue Protocol is a space-themed rogue-like top-down shooter where you warp between sectors and fight off waves of enemies. Fight and collect scrap to upgrade your ship and help your allies find and terminate the universe's central threats.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Space 18.2%, Sci-fi 16%, Action 10.7%

  7. #7 Consortium's Fall: Echoes of Xo'lara
    93% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Code Flow
    Windows

    Consortium’s Fall is a sci-fi roguelite twin-stick shooter about a people’s budding rebellion against a ruthless oppressor. Infiltrate enemy territory, defeat those who stand in your way and uncover secrets necessary to free your people once and for all.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 32.1%, Sci-fi 17.1%, Roguelike 13.1%, Space 12.4%, Action 8.1%

  8. #8 Star Apoligce:Survivors
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stray Code Studio
    Windows

    Deep in the vast galaxy, you are the last survivor. Waves of enemies keep coming, and the universe is filled with unknown dangers. Your only mission is to survive within the limited time. Pilot your spaceship to fight, gather resources, and upgrade your weapons and abilities.

    Why similar: Space 21.9%, Action Roguelike 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Roguelike 8.2%

  9. #9 Space Will
    91% matchVery Positive98% of 87 reviews2024
    Dev: 张亮002Pub: Aori Games
    Windows

    Sixty basic cores, hundreds of base station equipment, and thousands of chips, you can freely cooperate and shoot through the dual-angle joystick operation in a survival Roguelike game! Explore the sci-fi space and build your strongest battleship!

    Why similar: Space 15.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Action Roguelike 14%, Twin Stick Shooter 13.9%, Sci-fi 13.7%

  10. #10 Genome Guardian 2
    91% matchVery Positive98% of 194 reviews2026
    Dev: Alpherior
    Windows

    COMBINE WEAPONS in the microscopic shooter with macroscopic depth. BUILD YOUR NANOBOT from hundreds of parts. SURVIVE the microbial onslaught once more in this psychedelic dive to the Abyss, full of mutations, minerals, anomalies and powerup polyps. SHMUP mode turns it into a vertical shoot 'em up!

    Why similar: Science 32.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Action Roguelike 9.8%, Shooter 7.7%

  11. #11 REPLIKATOR
    89% matchVery Positive87% of 126 reviews2022
    Dev: R_Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    In this twin stick roguelite shooter, you play as one of the galactic mercenaries, explore a mysterious scientific complex and uncover the secret of the REPLIKATOR project.

    Why similar: Science 25%, Twin Stick Shooter 17.2%, Space 13.3%, Top-Down Shooter 11.8%, Action Roguelike 11.8%

  12. #12 Cosmic Tank
    90% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Game Masterminds
    Windows · Mac

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

    Why similar: Space 21%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.2%, Sci-fi 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Shooter 9.3%

  13. #13 Genome Guardian
    87% matchVery Positive92% of 770 reviews2024
    Dev: Alpherior
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    COMBINE WEAPONS in the microscopic roguelite turret shooter with macroscopic depth. Survive 6 modes using an astounding array of turrets, perks, mutations and power-ups on this psychedelic journey to the heart of the abyss. Shmup Mode turns it into a vertical shoot 'em up!

    Why similar: Science 31.9%, Action Roguelike 15.5%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Roguelike 11%, Shooter 9%

  14. #14 We're All Going To Die
    89% matchMixed61% of 36 reviews2021
    Dev: Black Banshee Studios
    Windows

    Gather a squad and fight for survival in We're All Going To Die. Work together with a squad using abilities, equipment and exploring different levels to make the most of your fight against your demise, after all, you're all going to die at some point.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Space 11.2%, Sci-fi 8.6%

  15. #15 Halo: Spartan Assault
    88% matchMostly Positive78% of 4,811 reviews2014
    Dev: Vanguard GamesPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Halo: Spartan Assault brings the excitement of Halo combat to Steam for the very first time. Battle your way through 30 action-packed missions against the Covenant as you explore the origin of the Spartan Ops program featured in Halo 4. *DirectX feature level 10 required. *

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 20%, Sci-fi 18.6%, Action 10.5%, Shooter 8.7%

  16. #16 Devoid
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Luminous Bits
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Devoid is a twin-stick shooter where energy drains with every move. Fight enemies to regain it in a procedurally generated space dungeon. Survive station to station and escape with skill.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.3%, Action Roguelike 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Space 11.2%, Sci-fi 8.6%

  17. #17 ROGUE SHIFT
    86% matchPositive82% of 34 reviews2023
    Dev: Far-Flung Games
    Windows

    ROGUE SHIFT is a high-intensity top-down shooter, set on a harsh planet that will test your will to survive. To stay alive, you will pit yourself against hordes of relentless enemies in an unforgiving, hostile environment.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Space 12.4%, Action Roguelike 9.5%, Sci-fi 9.1%

  18. #18 Eridani Survivors
    85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Dragon Dropper
    Windows · Linux

    Can you survive the Empire's onslaught? Avoid the attacking enemies and upgrade your ship to last long enough to escape in this space survivorslike.

    Why similar: Space 20.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 18.5%, Action Roguelike 17%, Sci-fi 13.8%, Top-Down Shooter 12.4%

  19. #19 PhaigeX: Hyperspace Survivors
    84% matchPositive84% of 32 reviews2024
    Dev: Traitorean Games
    Windows

    PhaigeX is a fast-paced "Bullet Heaven" space shooter, tasking the player to explore space sectors and contain a rising incursion of rogue AI-controlled units. Pilot a variety of ships, call in the support craft, and use a myriad of upgrades to lay down heavy firepower towards the enemy forces.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.5%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.2%, Space 13.6%, Roguelike 10%

  20. #20 ExoSoul
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Get Ready Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Exosoul is an adrenaline-fueled top-down shooter that will test your skills and reflexes. Fight for your life against relentless enemies while trying to synchronize your body and soul. You have a powerful arsenal of weapons at your disposal, but you'll need to use them wisely if you want to survive.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 14.7%, Roguelike 14%, Shooter 7%

  21. #21 Breach the Abyss
    82% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2024
    Dev: Digital Firewood
    Windows

    A sci-fi wave-based roguelite where you play as a rogue janitor in an overrun space facility. Fight through hordes of alien creatures, and find powerful upgrades to augment your abilities. In death, piece together your memories, and come back stronger. A grand reward awaits you in the Abyss...

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.1%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Space 12.4%, Sci-fi 9.1%

  22. #22 Voidwatch
    82% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Dusk Blossom Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Voidwatch is a silky-smooth space shooter roguelike. Hop from planet to planet, facing off against the Cult of the Void as you fight to free the galaxy from their clutches. Collect new weapons and powerful modifications to improve your Voidhawk Infiltrator starship & lay waste to your foes!

    Why similar: Space 22.4%, Action Roguelike 21.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Roguelike 10.2%, Sci-fi 7.7%

  23. #23 Space Scavenger
    81% matchVery Positive88% of 314 reviews2021
    Dev: Red Cabin Games
    Windows

    Action roguelike where you build and command your own spaceships. Battle enemies, explore planets and customize your ship on the fly. Make the best use of the quirky ship modules you find, ranging from slingshots to ion cannons, to try and avoid certain death.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 16.4%, Space 15.2%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Roguelike 10.4%

  24. #24 Reticent Retribution
    83% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: Seth Billick
    Windows · Linux

    Reticent Retribution is a top down twin stick shooter. A 3rd person action game. You must blast waves of space enemies. You can use the keyboard and a controller. 720p 60fps. Press 'esc' to quit, 'h' for help.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.7%, Space 21.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, Shooter 12.6%, Top-Down 7%

  25. #25 Labyrinthesis
    80% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: crabbyCoder
    Windows

    Navigate your way through floors of enemies and descend deeper into an underground laboratory. Hack your gun to unlock new weapons, and defeat the machine guarding the elevator.

    Why similar: Science 27.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.5%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Roguelike 11.3%, Top-Down Shooter 11.2%

  26. #26 Cosmic Coliseum
    78% matchVery Positive93% of 59 reviews2025
    Dev: Exane GamesPub: Bad Blood Studios
    Windows

    Fight for your freedom as you battle through wave after wave of alien adversaries. Destroy enemy fighters and collect XP to raise your level and become more powerful. Combine your skills and abilities with a huge range of power-ups to become the ultimate champion.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.3%, Action Roguelike 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Roguelike 10.6%, Shooter 7.8%

  27. #27 Starship Saboteur Prototype
    81% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2020
    Dev: Catland
    Windows

    Shoot or sneak your way through a starship filled with enemy patrols, things to sabotage and captains to hurl out of windows into the cold depth of space in this short game prototype!

    Why similar: Science 25.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Space 12%, Sci-fi 9.4%

  28. #28 Star Scrap
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Feral Fidget
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.9%, Space 21.9%, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Top-Down Shooter 11%, Aliens 7.6%

  29. #29 Bug Blast
    79% matchMostly Positive71% of 17 reviews2020
    Dev: Giga GruntsPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Fight and dodge through hundreds of space bugs in Bug Blast! Go through each space station to protect from the hoards of bugs that come their way.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.6%, Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Space 11.6%, Shooter 10%, Sci-fi 8.9%

  30. #30 Hyperspace Nebula
    78% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Jacob Minehan
    Windows

    Explore an ever-changing galaxy, upgrade your ship, and face cosmic challenges in this thrilling 2D roguelike adventure. Become a legend of the galaxy in Hyperspace Nebula.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Space 21.5%, Roguelike 16%, Sci-fi 9.6%

  31. #31 Starwave Defender
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Brandon Garvin
    Windows · Linux

    Starwave Defender is an intense twin-stick shooter based around wave survival. Dodge swarms of enemies while exploring procedurally generated levels and collecting resources to upgrade your ship. You have a limited number of ships; make your time count, Defender.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.7%, Space 18.6%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Sci-fi 10.4%

  32. #32 Galactic Glitch
    75% matchVery Positive90% of 853 reviews2025
    Dev: Crunchy Leaf Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    A physics-powered action roguelike. Grab asteroids, catch missiles, and hurl them back at swarming enemies. Build wild loadouts, defeat colossal bosses, and push deeper into a collapsing galaxy.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.1%, Action Roguelike 14%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Space 13.2%, Roguelike 10.6%

  33. #33 AGIS
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: kickbuzz GmbH
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    AGIS - A Game In Space is a top-down twin-stick-shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Action Roguelike 18.4%, Space 12.6%, Shooter 9.8%

  34. #34 Code of Shadows
    76% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: TillBlack
    Windows

    Code of Shadows is a fast-paced real-time roguelite where you fight alongside powerful support drones. Pause on demand, evolve mid-fight, and push back relentless rift-spawned hordes across shifting dimensions. Adapt your build, master the chaos, and survive each run.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 17.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Space 15.8%, Roguelike 12.1%, Sci-fi 11.4%

  35. #35 lone.AI
    75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Digital Drank
    Windows

    lone.AI is a space RPG roguelite. With challenging, relentless gameplay, each run has the potential to boost your ship's power, speed, and more. As a lone AI, fight your way through the solar system and uncover the secret behind the ZOSMA, an alien race that holds power over the system.

    Why similar: Space 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Action Roguelike 13.8%, Roguelike 12.9%, Sci-fi 9.7%

  36. #36 Deep Space Survivor
    76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Gnome Castle Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Survive massive amount of enemies in space in this top-down action auto-shooter.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 26.9%, Roguelike 17.8%, Shooter 14.2%, Space 13.5%, Sci-fi 10.4%

  37. #37 Chaos Machina
    74% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2025
    Dev: Marko Zovko
    Windows · Linux

    Chaos Machina is a fast-paced action roguelike designed for immersive, bite-sized runs. Enter the flow state as you weave with your robot through enemy fire. Unleash powerful upgrades, and master 10-minute bursts of adrenaline before the Chaos reclaims the map.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.2%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, Roguelike 11.1%, Shooter 9.1%

  38. #38 Hive Jump 2: Survivors
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 110 reviews2024
    Dev: Graphite LabPub: Midwest Games
    Windows · Linux

    Become an agent of vengeance in this bullet-heaven action roguelite! You are the lone survivor of your squad, on an alien planet with just your weapon, a jetpack, and the courage to keep fighting. Kill off alien swarms and transform their valuable guts into explosive upgrades and vital utilities.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 17.7%, Space 15.4%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Sci-fi 11.6%

  39. #39 Planet Extincter
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bosphorus GamesPub: FiftyEight Studios
    Windows

    Planet Extincter delivers a 2D strategy-action experience set on procedurally generated planets, blending resource management, exploration, and intense defense against relentless alien hordes.

    Why similar: Science 22.9%, Space 14.4%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Action Roguelike 11.9%, Sci-fi 11.2%

  40. #40 Supre-Immune
    73% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2025
    Dev: Indion
    Windows

    Join a roguelike action where cute immune cells battle viruses. Collect data in fast-paced combat, gain weapons and abilities through evolution, or level up to grow stronger. The fun of building your own super immune cell with different combinations each run is up to you!

    Why similar: Science 39.7%, Action Roguelike 15.6%, Roguelike 13.7%, Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Shooter 6.4%

  41. #41 Survivors of the Dawn
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 744 reviews2023
    Dev: indieGiant
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    A roguelite horde-survival bullet heaven with QUINTILLIONS of bullets over QUINTILLIONS of hordes. Mix weapons with items, modify, control chaos at terminals and break through tightening waves.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.5%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Space 15.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Sci-fi 12%

  42. #42 Corrosion Protocol
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sdpmakes
    Windows

    A fast-paced top-down roguelike shooter where you stabilize failing reactors, fight through chaotic waves of enemies, collect powerful weapons and upgrades, and face colossal reactor bosses.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Roguelike 16.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 16.1%, Shooter 8.3%

  43. #43 Exfil Void
    72% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Emberline Studios
    Windows

    A fast-paced twin-stick extraction shooter where you fight through procedurally generated space stations, grab Tech Cores, stack perks, and race to escape before the threat overwhelms you.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 17.1%, Roguelike 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Shooter 10.4%

  44. #44 Uprising on Altyyr 5
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Funky Monkey Games
    Windows

    Join Captain Rijk as he attempts to escape from the clutches of one of the most villainous species in the galaxy. Help to uncover the horrors that are being carried out on the fringes of the civilised galaxy and become the divine being prophesised to inspire an uprising and destroy The Domain.

    Why similar: Space 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, Sci-fi 17.8%, Shooter 12.2%, Aliens 11.1%

  45. #45 The Message from Deep Space
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Applesinmypants
    Windows · Mac

    Mission: Translate an interstellar message, using the universal languages of math & science.

    Why similar: Science 57.2%, Sci-fi 14.9%, Aliens 12.1%, Space 11.7%, 3D 2.9%

  46. #46 Astro Miners
    70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Jinx Digital
    Windows · Mac

    Astro Miners is a thrilling space action game: blast meteors to harvest resources, battle rival factions in their airspace, and survive anomalies and black holes. Exchange fragments for Credits to upgrade dual-weapon ships and unlock powerful modules. Purchase now and conquer the void!

    Why similar: Space 21.1%, Action Roguelike 17%, Sci-fi 14.4%, Roguelike 13.9%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%

  47. #47 Arcane Siege
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Simon Sjöling
    Windows

    Aracane Siege is a action RPG game under development.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.4%, Action Roguelike 24%, Roguelike 16.9%, Shooter 11.7%, Sci-fi 11.4%

  48. #48 Super Shootout
    69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Super Moon Games
    Windows

    Super Shootout is a top-down, roguelike shooter set in a stadium on an alien world. Leave a wake of destruction with powerful pickups sent down by the roaring crowd. Fight, die, and fight again to the top of the online leaderboard.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.9%, Action Roguelike 21%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Shooter 11.7%, Action 9%

  49. #49 Guardians
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Born2Play Games
    Windows

    Guardians, an extraordinary action role-playing game that transports you to a captivating universe teeming with danger, discovery, and heroism. Immerse yourself in a sprawling, post-apocalyptic world where chaos-infected creatures roam, and the fate of civilization rests on your shoulders.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Action Roguelike 15%, Space 12.5%, Sci-fi 9%

  50. #50 I'm lost in space
    69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: RexBits
    Windows

    During a routine space expedition, astronaut Julia is thrown into a dangerous, unknown galaxy. Isolated, she faces hostile aliens and uncovers mysteries of lost civilizations, using all available resources to survive and find her way back to Earth and her children.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.4%, Space 18.6%, Roguelike 18.5%, Sci-fi 11.6%, Aliens 10.2%

  51. #51 CRYPTARK
    70% matchVery Positive82% of 1,913 reviews2017
    Dev: Alientrap
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 24 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Cryptark is a 2D sci-fi shooter where you take on the role of a heavily armed privateer seeking to earn government contracts by boarding deadly alien space-hulks. It's up to you to strategize a plan of attack, pick an equipment loadout, and destroy the central core to be victorious.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 28.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 20.9%, Space 16.2%, Sci-fi 10%, Action 7.3%

  52. #52 First Contact
    71% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
    Dev: Haguy EisPub: Eis Interactive
    Windows

    Strange radio bursts have been detected! Embark on an immersive adventure as you analyze radio signals coming from space, decipher hidden messages, symbols, sounds, and translate alien languages. Follow an engaging story with countless dialogues and game-changing choices.

    Why similar: Science 53%, Sci-fi 17.5%, Aliens 14.4%, Space 13.9%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  53. #53 Galactic Glitch: Prologue
    68% matchVery Positive97% of 181 reviews2023
    Dev: Crunchy Leaf Games
    Windows

    Galactic Glitch: Prologue is a stand-alone Action-Roguelike game with physics-based combat mechanics. Fight through bubbles of glitched Spacetime, dodge projectiles, bounce foes off walls and hurl giant rocks in challenging twin-stick combat. Play it for free today!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 16.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 16.3%, Space 15.6%, Roguelike 11.6%, Top-Down Shooter 11.1%

  54. #54 You're Invading My Space
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: RollR Pixel
    Windows

    "You're Invading My Space" is a fast paced, space themed, wave survival game where every run is unique. Fight off endless procedurally generated enemy swarms, upgrade and unlock your ships and weapons, and push your limits as this angry galaxy throws everything it has at you.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, Roguelike 14.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 14.6%, Space 6.8%

  55. #55 Cosmos Survivors: Prologue
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pretty French Games
    Windows

    Cosmos Survivors is an action roguelite where you fight waves of spaceships and combine powerful skills to discover game breaking synergies. Unlock new ships, weapons, keepsakes and customize your talent tree to climb ascension levels. Choose your abilities wisely and you'll become a space god.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.4%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Space 12.7%, Roguelike 10.9%

  56. #56 Nova Strike
    68% matchMixed64% of 22 reviews2023
    Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
    Windows

    Fire up your blaster cannons and take on waves of enemies in this retro shoot'em up with procedural levels. Come back stronger with each attempt and beat the high score!

    Why similar: Space 17.5%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Sci-fi 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Roguelike 9.6%

  57. #57 Cosmos Survivors
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pretty French Games
    Windows

    Cosmos Survivors is an action roguelite where you fight waves of spaceships and combine powerful skills to discover game breaking synergies. Unlock new ships, weapons, keepsakes and customize your talent tree to climb ascension levels. Choose your abilities wisely and you'll become a space god.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23%, Action Roguelike 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Space 11.4%, Roguelike 10.9%

  58. #58 Chase Ace Sole Survivor
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Biodome Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Chase Ace Sole Survivor is a top-down space shooter with survivors-like and roguelite elements, big juicy explosions and sweet fluid controls. Fight off aggressive alien invaders. Survive and rid The Planetary Shield of the alien infestation.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.5%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Space 13.8%, Sci-fi 10%

  59. #59 ANVIL
    66% matchMixed61% of 2,201 reviews2023
    Dev: ACTION SQUARE
    Windows
    Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Take on the role of a Vault Breaker in search of alien artifacts called “Vaults” and fight against monsters and powerful bosses. You can strengthen your Breakers to explore far-away galaxies that no one has ever reached!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23%, Action Roguelike 22.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 17.4%, Roguelike 13.4%, Sci-fi 8.6%

  60. #60 Rustwing
    65% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2025
    Dev: Sleepy Crystal
    Windows

    Rustwing is a twin stick shooter roguelike, set in the distant future. Navigate from star to star, battle the scattered factions of humanity, discover strange anomalies, customize your weaponry, acquire powerful upgrades and become a legendary pilot!

    Why similar: Space 21.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.2%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Roguelike 14%, Top-Down Shooter 10.7%

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