- #1 Solar Shifter EX
97% matchMixed47% of 114 reviews2015
Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Warp into action with Solar Shifter EX. Man your ship and dive into fierce combat situations in space and over beautiful and distant planet surfaces. Solar Shifter EX is a sci-fi shoot 'em up with the unique ability to 'shift'.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 67%, Action 19.6%, Indie 13.4%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced space shooter that emphasizes dodging and aggressive combat in a sci-fi setting.
- #2 Kromaia
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 118 reviews2014
Dev: Kraken Empire
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
The frantic old-school action of classic coin-op shoot-‘em-ups comes crashing headlong into the 21st century. Explosive high-octane blasting combines with hordes of enemies in a 360˚ environment – fly, spin and shoot anywhere and everywhere!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.6%, 6DOF 15.6% ★, Space 14.9%, Arcade 13.4%, Action 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an intense, arcade-style space shooting experience with a focus on high-speed maneuverability.
- #3 Super Destronaut DX
96% matchVery Positive88% of 93 reviews2018
Dev: Petite GamesPub: Ratalaika Games S.L.
Windows
Inspired by an arcade classic, Super Destronaut DX is retro space shooter that pits you against an enemy more dreaded than a UFO, a scoreboard.
Why similar: Action 62.7%, Indie 37.3%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the classic arcade feel of retro space shooters with modern, fluid gameplay.
- #4 Sky Force Anniversary
95% matchVery Positive92% of 2,149 reviews2015
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.2%, Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Arcade 11.9%, Shooter 8.1%, Action 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: This title perfectly mirrors the top-down arcade intensity and polished visuals found in Deep Eclipse.
- #5 Subdivision Infinity DX
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 105 reviews2019
Dev: MistFly GamesPub: Crescent Moon Games
Windows
Subdivision Infinity is an immersive and pulse pounding sci-fi space shooter featuring stunning graphics and tight spaceship game play. Hunt down and destroy enemy spacecraft, crush capital ships, mine asteroids for rare minerals, and find blueprints to craft amazing new vessels!
Why similar: Space Sim 34.8%, Space 26%, Action 9.5%, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 6.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on space combat and exploration with a modern aesthetic and arcade-friendly mission structure.
- #6 Sine Mora EX
94% matchMixed64% of 681 reviews2017
Dev: Digital RealityPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Sine Mora EX is a side-scrolling shoot'em up that provides a unique challenge, where time is the ultimate factor. Mixing classic shooter sensibilities with contemporary presentation, Sine Mora EX is a gorgeous shoot'em up offering both a Story Mode that weaves an excessive tale and an Arcade Mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.2%, Shooter 17.8%, Arcade 15.6%, Futuristic 11.8%, Action 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A high-quality side-scrolling shooter that features deep mechanics and a compelling sci-fi narrative.
- #7 Blacksea Odyssey
93% matchVery Positive80% of 207 reviews2016
Dev: Blacksea OdysseyPub: Spiral Summit Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 35%
Enter the Blacksea Odyssey, a violent top-down rogue-lite space shoot ‘em up RPG brimming with colossal creatures and runic technologies. Explore dangerous, interstellar spacescapes as you hunt enormous space-behemoths with a harpoon and rune-infused spears.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Space 13.8%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A unique take on space combat that blends shoot-em-up mechanics with roguelike progression.
- #8 Steredenn: Binary Stars
92% matchVery Positive88% of 959 reviews2015
Dev: Pixelnest StudioPub: TyGAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 68.2 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 44%, Shooter 17.9%, Arcade 17.7%, Combat 7.9%, Action 7%
Why You'll Like It: Combines chaotic space shooting with roguelite elements for a highly replayable arcade experience.
- #9 Nebula
91% matchVery Positive87% of 186 reviews2023
Dev: JuTek Pixel
Windows
Survive in the deep void of the galaxy against thousands of invaders! Nebula is a challenging bullet hell, twin stick shooter where you have to face endless waves of space enemies. Additional map resources and space drones can provide you a support but be wary, they can as well become a deadly trap.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Space 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Arcade 8.8%, Top-Down 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: A modern bullet-hell shooter that captures the same space-faring intensity as the seed game.
- #10 Distant Space
91% matchVery Positive82% of 3,256 reviews2016
Dev: PixelMouse
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Distant Space are present the arcade game of cosmic fights in arcade style of the 80's, this is a game where you can control the spaceship and forced to destroy extraterrestrials, which are moving in the certain order.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.1%, Space 26.8%, Arcade 14%, Shooter 8.1%, Indie 5%
Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, arcade-focused space shooter that emphasizes retro-style pixel graphics and action.
- #11 Jets'n'Guns Gold
89% matchVery Positive87% of 1,526 reviews2014
Dev: Rake in Grass
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Jets'n'Guns is a heavy piece of ground shaking rock blasting action with graphics and special effects that will blow you eyes out! Enjoy yourself in almost-insane action adventure of saving the universe from the deadly threat of more than 270 unique monsters in the campaign of 43 levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 57.7%, Space 14%, Arcade 7.1%, Action 6.9%, Shooter 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers over-the-top arcade action and destruction that matches the high-energy feel of Deep Eclipse.
- #12 Raiden V: Director's Cut | 雷電 V Director's Cut | 雷電V:導演剪輯版
90% matchMixed56% of 529 reviews2017
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Arcade hit Raiden first left its mark on the shooting genre 25 years ago. The easy to learn, hard to master series comes to the PC in its most modern and advanced form yet! Join the war for Earth's future-where the tide of battle holds constant surprises.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52.9%, Shooter 18.1%, Arcade 17.8%, Action 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential arcade shoot-em-up that provides the same level of challenge and satisfaction as the seed game.
- #13 Danmaku Unlimited 3
89% matchVery Positive87% of 240 reviews2017
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 60.3%, Arcade 17.6%, Action 13.1%, Indie 9%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a polished bullet-hell experience that tests your reflexes in a similar space-themed environment.
- #14 House of the Dying Sun
87% matchVery Positive90% of 2,016 reviews2016
Dev: Marauder Interactive, LLC
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
House of the Dying Sun is a tactical space shooter that puts you in the cockpit of the universe's most terrifying starfighter. Hunt the enemies of the Empire and bring ruin to their people.
Why similar: Space Sim 46.9%, Space 30.9%, Action 8.6%, Shooter 7.6%, Indie 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a more tactical but equally intense space combat experience with a focus on ship-to-ship warfare.
- #15 ZeroRanger
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,161 reviews2018
Dev: System Erasure
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 59.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Action 8.7%, Shooter 7.5%, Indie 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: An exceptional modern shmup that focuses on tight controls and escalating difficulty.
- #16 Galactic Battles
88% matchMostly Negative37% of 126 reviews2018
Dev: IndieLipPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 23%
Galactic Battles is a complex 2D top-down space shooter in which you have to fight with alien invaders.
Why similar: Action 60.6%, Indie 39.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features classic space shooter gameplay with a retro aesthetic and fast-paced enemy encounters.
- #17 Space Scavenger
85% matchVery Positive88% of 316 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: Top-Down Shooter 25%, Space 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Arcade 9.9%, Shooter 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Blends top-down shooting with ship-building mechanics for a fresh take on the space action genre.
- #18 Power of Ten
84% matchVery Positive80% of 250 reviews2023
Dev: Pew Times Three
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 37%
Fly a star-fighter against a bloodthirsty armada. Gather weapons, resources, and upgrades to help you push back the relentless assault while protecting the galaxies' civilians!
Why similar: Space Sim 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Space 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Top-Down 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A space-based roguelite that emphasizes top-down combat and resource management.
- #19 Cosmonator
84% matchVery Positive87% of 101 reviews2019
Dev: Bourbontank
Windows
Cosmonator is an 'RPG-em-up': a hybrid of classic fast-paced top-down shoot-em-up action infused with deep character building elements. Build up your own unique alien-killing machine to avenge the destruction of planet Earth!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, Top-Down Shooter 25.5%, Action 9.8%, Space 9.6%, Indie 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: Combines RPG elements with classic top-down shooting to create an engaging space adventure.
- #20 Galactic Glitch
81% matchVery Positive90% of 904 reviews2025
Dev: Crunchy Leaf Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 61%
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: Top-Down Shooter 30.7%, Space 20.9%, Shooter 13.7%, Top-Down 12%, Physics 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter that uses physics-based combat to differentiate itself while staying true to the genre.
- #21 Space Killer
83% matchMostly Positive78% of 55 reviews2023
Dev: Two friends
Windows
Take on the role of a spaceship pilot and protect the universe from an alien invasion. Destroy hordes of infected ships and defeat powerful bosses. Unlock new ships, create your own builds in this Roguelite, Survivors, RPG game🚀
Why similar: Space 31.1%, Space Sim 29%, Arcade 12.4%, Top-Down 11.7%, Survival 9%
Why You'll Like It: Features 2D space combat with loot-based progression, perfect for those who enjoy arcade-style shooters.
- #22 Planetary Dustoff
82% matchVery Positive84% of 51 reviews2019
Dev: Rymdfall AB
Windows · Mac
Planetary Dustoff is a space-themed roguelite shooter. Go on a death riddled journey to sprawling alien environments and fight your way through hordes of enemies and epic boss battles. Take part in the revived Planetary Survey Program and help the Space Faction find a new home for humanity.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 40.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Shooter 13.9%, Action 13.4%, Indie 9.7%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that focuses on roguelite progression and intense combat scenarios.
- #23 R-Type Final 2
81% matchMostly Positive75% of 820 reviews2021
Dev: Granzella Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.3%, Space 17.6%, Shooter 16.6%, Arcade 14.9%, Action 8.7%
Why You'll Like It: A legendary side-scrolling shooter that provides the deep, tactical combat fans of the genre expect.
- #24 ASTRONAUTILUS
80% matchVery Positive95% of 63 reviews2022
Dev: neozoid.games
Windows
Your ship has crash-landed on a stray rogue planet, and you're out of fuel... It's up to you to delve beneath the frozen surface and find a way to get your ship back into space while fighting strange sea creatures and uncovering the mysteries of the world beneath the ice!
Why similar: Shooter 36.3%, Space 33.3%, Action 15.8%, 2D 7.9%, Indie 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: A colorful, action-packed shooter that emphasizes fast movement and arcade-style combat.
- #25 Disputed Space
82% matchMixed65% of 99 reviews2017
Dev: ShilohGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience epic space battles while piloting a small, fast fighter ship as part of a fleet that lashes out against enemy factions across stunning procedurally generated star systems in Disputed Space.
Why similar: Space Sim 21.8%, Space 20.5%, 6DOF 17.5% ★, Shooter 12.1%, Action 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: An indie space shooter that keeps the gameplay focused on arcade action and enemy destruction.
- #26 Ikaruga
78% matchVery Positive95% of 2,317 reviews2014
Dev: TREASURE
Windows
Median: 2.1 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 66%, Arcade 17.8%, Shooter 7.2%, Action 4.2%, Space 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for precision-based space shooting, offering a challenge that will satisfy any genre enthusiast.
- #27 Redout: Space Assault
79% matchMixed47% of 107 reviews2021
Dev: 34BigThings srl
Windows
Redout: Space Assault is arcade space battle, coupling the trademark Redout adrenaline with the thrill of combat. Outsmart, outmaneuver, overpower, outclass your opponents in lightning-fast, adrenaline-inducing single-player space combat.
Why similar: Space Sim 29.7%, Space 21.2%, Futuristic 12.3%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on high-speed space combat and arcade-style missions in a futuristic setting.
- #28 Star Survivor
75% matchMixed69% of 557 reviews2024
Dev: SpaceOwl Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Star Survivor is a space-themed survival game that blends intense deckbuilding strategy. Pilot humanity's last spaceship through the vast galaxy, Unlock powerful weapon combos, collect card modules, and craft unique builds. As the enemy swarms grow denser, will you be the last one standing?
Why similar: Space Sim 20.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Space 16.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Survival 7.5%
- #29 EON Fighter
76% matchVery Positive90% of 130 reviews2023
Dev: Square Wheel
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Embark on an action-packed adventure with "EON Fighter," a thrilling spaceship shooter game with roguelite elements. Pilot your fighter through space, collect resources, and battle your way to victory. Strive to become the last survivor in the universe!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Top-Down Shooter 28.7%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 10.8%, Top-Down 9.8%
- #30 Star Horizon
79% matchMixed60% of 150 reviews2015
Dev: Orbital Knight
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Experience fast action, thrilling levels, spectacular explosions and lots of pew-pew-pew. Star Horizon is a reboot for the on-rails space shooter genre.
Why similar: Space 33.2%, Space Sim 29.2%, Futuristic 12.6%, Action 8.6%, Survival 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-packed space shooter that focuses on cinematic battles and arcade-style progression.
- #31 Exophobia
74% matchVery Positive88% of 139 reviews2024
Dev: Zarc AttackPub: PM Studios, inc.
Windows
Explore and fight your way through a crashed human spaceship infested with relentless hordes of aliens as you become more powerful with exciting weapon upgrades and powerups in this retro inspired first-person shooter.
Why similar: Space 33.8%, Shooter 26.5%, Arcade 24%, Combat 14.5%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #32 Deep Space Exploitation
73% matchVery Positive97% of 120 reviews2025
Dev: JuhrJuhr
Windows
Deep Space Exploitation is a space mining game featuring 2D physics, fully destructible asteroids, and a story of survival under an exploitative corporation. Use your equipment wisely, upgrade your ship, and make difficult decisions to secure your future!
Why similar: Space Sim 39.4%, Space 19.5%, Physics 10.7%, Arcade 10.6%, Futuristic 10.1%
- #33 Arcadium - Space Odyssey
72% matchVery Positive94% of 114 reviews2026
Dev: Luciano Bercini
Windows · Mac
A bullet heaven roguelite set in a procedurally generated universe. Land on planets to harvest resources, craft hundreds of game-breaking builds, and unleash them on relentless waves of aliens. Every run unveils a new universe: endless challenges, endless discoveries.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Space 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Arcade 12.8%, Survival 11.7%
- #34 DEEP SPACE ANOMALY
77% matchMostly Positive78% of 107 reviews2019
Dev: DRM GMZ
Windows
Space. Anomalies. Throw down a challenge to mad alien mutants in dynamic firefights with continuous injection of adrenaline! Get ready for the most unforgettable and enchanting space confrontation of all time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Space 24%, Arcade 10.8%, Action 10.7%, Indie 7.6%
- #35 Space Survival
77% matchMixed50% of 157 reviews2016
Dev: UltraShock Gaming LLCPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Space Survival is the next great SIMPLE 2D casual space action shooter where you have to defend against wave of enemies, have fast reflexes and strong will to win. It is great way to relax, but also a great challenge. How long can you stay focused?
Why similar: Space 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Shooter 8.9%, Survival 8.8%
- #36 GalaxIverse
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 61 reviews2016
Dev: Sub Orbital Software
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
GalaxIverse is a top down fast paced vertical blastathon, Battle Fleets and formations of aliens with the occasional boss thrown in for good luck.
Why similar: Space Sim 28%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Shooter 13%, Arcade 9.3%, Futuristic 7%
- #37 Stellar Wanderer DX
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 56 reviews2026
Dev: Dream Builder StudiosPub: Leoful
Windows
Fight, trade, mine, and explore the galaxy in this old-school space combat simulator. You are a freelance pilot who survived an assassination attempt. Travel the open world, chase bounties, get new ships, upgrade your gear, and, why not, maybe even save humankind!
Why similar: Space Sim 35.6%, Space 21.4%, Shooter 11.6%, Third Person 10.3%, Arcade 10.1%
- #38 Space Elite Force
73% matchVery Positive89% of 186 reviews2018
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Gear up for an intergalactic thrill ride! Space Elite Force is a frenzied space-shooter packed with weapon customization and epic boss battles. Take command of your ship and fight for the survival of humanity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.1%, Space 26.6%, Arcade 16.9%, Action 7.6%, 2D 6.9%
- #39 Transcendence
74% matchVery Positive88% of 223 reviews2015
Dev: Kronosaur Productions
Windows
Explore the farthest reaches of Human Space in this open-world space adventure. Compelled to journey to the Galactic Core by a mysterious hyperintelligence, you must fight your way through dozens of star systems teeming with clashing empires, expansionist AIs, and fearsome xenophobes.
Why similar: Space 29.5%, Space Sim 28.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Top-Down 9.5%, Action 4.7%
- #40 Cosmic Carnage: Prologue
71% matchVery Positive93% of 71 reviews2023
Dev: LionSwordPub: LionSword Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Prepare for an interstellar showdown like no other in a gripping roguelike top-down twin-stick shooter set in the vast depths of space. Pilot your advanced starship, engaging in relentless battles against hordes of alien adversaries. Destroy, Collect, Upgrade, Die, Unlock, Repeat.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Shooter 11.3%, Space 10.4%, Arcade 9.7%
- #41 Galaxy on Fire 2™ Full HD
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,232 reviews2012
Dev: Fishlabs Entertainment GmbHPub: bitComposer Games
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
A hyperdrive malfunction sends Keith T. Maxwell tumbling through space and time to fight for his life against a mysterious alien armada that is wreaking havoc.
Why similar: Space Sim 27.5%, Space 20.6%, Third-Person Shooter 20.1%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 8.2%
- #42 Hotloop
70% matchVery Positive88% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: Tntlaxy GDS
Windows · Mac · Linux
Use the force of gravity in this fast-paced space shooter with realistic physics and orbital mechanics.
Why similar: Space Sim 38.9%, Space 22.9%, Futuristic 12.6%, Physics 8.2%, Arcade 7.1%
- #43 Sophstar
71% matchVery Positive100% of 103 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 22.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Space 13.6%, Shooter 8.5%, Arcade 8.3%
- #44 Death In Abyss
68% matchVery Positive82% of 136 reviews2025
Dev: Agelvik
Windows
Death In Abyss is an intense flight shooter that challenges you to utilize your maneuverability and explosive firepower to survive against the deep-sea hostilities. In your descent, the nightmares can only get worse.
Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 35.4%, Shooter 20.9%, Third Person 17.6%, Arcade 14.7%, Action 9.5%
- #45 SOL: Exodus
75% matchMixed51% of 109 reviews2012
Dev: Bit Planet Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Take on the role of the Lieutenant Commander, ace fighter pilot, as you search for a new home, battle a mysterious enemy, and rescue humanity from a fiery end.
Why similar: Space 48.8%, Action 29%, Indie 22.2%
- #46 Alien Attack
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 241 reviews2016
Dev: Alien Jellyfish
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 97%
You are a space trooper. Your crew finished the cleaning mission and left you alone by accident. Now you are surrounded by aliens. Persist them as long as you can.
Why similar: Action 61.1%, Indie 38.9%
- #47 Vostok 2061
70% matchMostly Positive67% of 57 reviews2022
Dev: DYV's Game
Windows
Vostok 2061 is a modern-graphics vertical scroll shooter. Gorgeous alien worlds, spaceships, and bosses. Explore mysteries as you listen to a great soundtrack!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Space 15.9%, Shooter 9.7%, Futuristic 8.9%
- #48 Starcom: Nexus
68% matchVery Positive91% of 2,295 reviews2019
Dev: Wx3 Labs, LLC
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 13.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Suddenly thrown into an unknown galaxy, you must explore, fight or befriend aliens and transform your ship from a small survey vessel into a powerful battlecruiser to unravel the mystery of the forces that brought you here and find your way home.
Why similar: Space 47.9%, Space Sim 30%, Top-Down 8.6%, Action 6.8%, Indie 4.5%
- #49 Rocky Mayhem
67% matchPositive88% of 52 reviews2024
Dev: SepSlitherPub: Frederik Holst
Windows
Systems are down and require time to repair, leaving you with a basic gunship with no hopes of escaping an aggressive asteroid event. Will you be able to survive the increasingly difficult 6 minutes to repair the ship's functions and escape? Also discover a variety of genres, all in one game!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Space 12.9%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 9.7%
- #50 Hyper Echelon
69% matchVery Positive89% of 66 reviews2021
Dev: GangoGames LLC
Windows · Mac
The Cyan Galaxy is in peril! Your trusty little star fighter and rag tag squad of wingmen are the only hope against the evil EXODON! Level up from a pea shooter to an offensive powerhouse as you engage in frantic combat across many wondrous locales.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Space 15%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 9.6%
- #51 Rigid Force Alpha
70% 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 35.6%, Space 22.1%, Shooter 16.5%, Arcade 14.3%, Action 6.5%
- #52 Void Source
69% matchMostly Positive78% of 114 reviews2020
Dev: Xitilon
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Classic multi-directional (360°) shoot 'em up. Navigate your UFO through hazardous environments with dangerous enemies and beat huge bosses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Space 19.8%, Shooter 13%, Futuristic 12.2%, Arcade 11.3%
- #53 Defend Earth: Xenos Survivors
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: ReijaPub: indie.io
Windows
You are Earth's last line of defense in a relentless alien invasion. Experience intense top-down roguelite action across diverse landscapes, fighting invaders with a versatile arsenal. Outsmart, outgun, and survive your foes. Every run increases the challenge - so adapt, evolve, dominate!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 41.1%, Futuristic 18.9%, Survival 14.7%, Combat 10.9%, Action 7.7%
- #54 EVERSPACE™
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 11,424 reviews2017
Dev: ROCKFISH Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 75%
EVERSPACE™ combines fast-paced combat with roguelike elements, great visuals and a captivating story. It takes you on a challenging journey through an ever-changing, beautifully crafted universe full of surprises. Shoot, craft and loot your way to victory while the odds are stacked against you.
Why similar: Space 39%, Space Sim 27.8%, 6DOF 8% ★, Action 7.9%, Shooter 6.6%
- #55 Void Resurgence
64% matchVery Positive96% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: Puza Games
Windows · Mac
Command a starship in Void Resurgence, a retro-futuristic space roguelite. Battle through colorful cosmic fields, collect upgrades, and build your ultimate ship. Dodge intense bullet-hell patterns and fight for survival. Every run offers new challenges and permanent progress.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Space 16.1%, Arcade 9.7%, Top-Down 7.1%
- #56 Deep Space Classic
69% matchMixed59% of 107 reviews2018
Dev: Bondo Games
Windows
An alien force is threatening to destroy the stability of the galaxy! Play as an unknown creature or a Spacefleet Officer in this Online Sci-Fi Horror!
Why similar: Action 60.6%, Indie 39.4%
- #57 BroodStar
66% matchVery Positive95% of 99 reviews2022
Dev: David Schmidthoffer
Windows · Mac · Linux
BroodStar is a classic arcade shmup with roguelike elements. Acquire crazy item combos, encounter strange events and fight challenging bosses on a quest to destroy the living planet, the BroodStar.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Space 16.8%, Arcade 8.7%, Shooter 8.6%
- #58 HELL GALAXY
65% matchMostly Positive77% of 52 reviews2025
Dev: Italian Games Factory
Windows
Hell Galaxy is the only game where you can experience the fusion of space battles, RPG elements, eerie specters, and daunting titans. Embark on a dark sci-fi odyssey through a galaxy teeming with ancient alien ruins and hidden secrets, where nothing is human. Not even you.
Why similar: Space Sim 60.9%, Space 22.7%, Action 6.4%, Combat 6.1%, Indie 3%