- #1 Ultra Mission™
97% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Gumbo MachinePub: Gumbo Machine, LLC
Windows · Linux
Embark on a dangerous investigation in Ultra Mission™, the latest game by Gumbo Machine™. As an agent of the Stellar Exchange Commission, you must traverse the 20 dizzying levels within Otto Labs, each littered with powerful automatons and questionable experiments. This is going to be a blast!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, 1980s 11.9%, Shooter 11.2%, Futuristic 7.3%
- #2 TROID BLASTER 2
96% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: KINGSGUARD GAMES
Windows
TROID BLASTER 2 is a physics based asteroids tribute game, featuring: * Random Levels * Gachapon random generated pilots and ships * 30 weapon types to unlock * Physics based! * Hundreds of bite sized levels to play * A graveyard to bury and remember your fallen pilots
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Shooter 13%, Action 11.4%, 1980s 8.6%
- #3 Spacey Vade
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Brown Bot
Windows
Synth-wave styled physics based 2D puzzle shooter filled with nods to the golden era of classic arcade games. Think upside down Peggle crossed with Space Invaders and enemies crafted from the blended remains 70's, and 80’s gaming.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, 1980s 13.4%, Shooter 9.5%, Old School 7.4%
- #4 Rysen
95% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
An old arcade style 2d shmup.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shooter 14.6%, Top-Down 7.7%, Old School 7.3%
- #5 ARONDIGHT アロンダイト
93% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: COPIKAL
Windows
ZANAC-like Ultra High-Speed Scrolling 2D Shooter Humanity suffered a crushing defeat in the war against the sentient AI, RA6 the Great Sovereign, losing 70% of the global population. Now, you board the anti-AI fighter MSX-3 Arondight, and launch into the final battle against the Sovereign.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28%, 1980s 16.5%, Old School 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Futuristic 7%
- #6 Cosmo Piercers
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MAGICBOX
Windows
A vertical scrolling shooter where you fire your main shot and strategically switch between limited ammo special weapons to take down enemies. Earn bonus points by clearing areas, and defeat as many enemies as possible before the game ends to achieve a high score.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, 1980s 17.9%, Shooter 15.7%, Old School 9.8%, Top-Down 7.3%
- #7 STROIDZ!
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Knuckle Dragger Games
Windows
Clear the asteroid field before the Corpos hunt you down with their AI weaponry!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Shooter 14.3%, 1980s 12.5%, Action 11.9%, Top-Down Shooter 10.8%
- #8 THUNDER STRIKER
92% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Blast your way through enemy territory and level up your versatile arsenal of high-tech weapons in this handheld game style retro shmup!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, 1980s 13.3%, Shooter 8.2%, Retro 7.4%
- #9 Asteroids
91% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Play Asteroids
Windows
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shooter 15.3%, Action 13.5%, Old School 7.7%
- #10 RedRaptor
90% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: Novax GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off for a retro arcade experience in RedRaptor, a vertical shoot’em up inspired by genre classics of the ’90s!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Top-Down Shooter 24.5%, Shooter 11.9%, Action 7.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #11 The Declassifier
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Troubadour Collective
Windows
Uncover The Government's darkest secrets in this action packed top down shooter inspired by 80's action flicks of questionable quality.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Shooter 12%, 1980s 8.6%, Action 7.8%
- #12 ZEROCRON
89% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: T.R.S.
Windows
ZEROCRON is a straightforward, classical arcade Twin-Stick Shoot-Em-Up with a strong Commodore-Amiga-era feel. Blast asteroids and enemies to burning pixeldust!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Shooter 10.3%, 1980s 9.6%, Old School 8.6%
- #13 Frenzy
88% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this simple riff on an arcade classic, released in 1983 for the ZX Spectrum by famed game developer/publisher Ocean Software, search labarinthine levels for the exit, while surviving an ever-increasing onslaught of deadly robots.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.4%, Shooter 13.2%, Retro 9.2%, 1980s 9%, Action 8.8%
- #14 2nd Shot
86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Chad BarrettPub: Chaotic Entertainment, LLC
Windows · Mac
In the vast depths of space, lies a man with a dark past. Setting himself apart from that old life, and seeking justice against wrongdoing instead of being the cause of it, Captain Righteous uses the Freedom Fighter, his trusty space fighter to search for and combat the evil Captain Buster!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, 1980s 14.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%, Shooter 12.3%, Old School 9.1%
- #15 Quin Excluder
89% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: MEGAAK SOFT
Windows
A retro arcade-style, 2D vertical scrolling shooter Pixel art inspired by 16-bit consoles and arcade games from the '80s and '90s Focus on the exhilarating "aim, shoot, kill" feel of the original shooter game. Receive communications from Controller Luna as you progress through each stage's story
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.8%, Shooter 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.4%, 1980s 11.2%, Action 9.7%
- #16 Insectipede
87% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
Time to bug out and blast back in this arcade shooter packed with waves of insects and UFOs. Fight through 50 challenging stages, grab power-ups, and chase the high score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Shooter 12.8%, 1980s 10.9%, Action 7.7%
- #17 Nova Rebellion
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Centurion Dragons Studios
Windows
Blast through waves of chaos in this retro inspired space shooter. Simple mechanics, high energy rock/electronic soundtrack, and a gloriously goofy tone make Nova Rebellion a cosmic throwback Back when space shooters were all the rage.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 8.5%, Top-Down 8.1%
- #18 ASTROLANCER
84% matchVery Positive98% of 135 reviews2024
Dev: Studio Hexeye
Windows
ASTROLANCER combines top-down shooter and shoot 'em up gameplay into one action-packed experience! Devise your own playstyle with a huge variety of weapons. Hardcore and casual players alike are welcome!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Top-Down Shooter 25%, Futuristic 8.7%, Action 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #19 Chicken Invaders 1
83% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2025
Dev: InterAction studios
Windows
Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Shooter 14.7%, Action 14.3%, 1980s 9.1%
- #20 GyroBlade
84% matchMixed68% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: H.T.Project Games
Windows · Mac
Retro style 2D vertical scrolling simple shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Shooter 13%, 1980s 11.4%, Top-Down 8.3%
- #21 Royal Odyssey
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lion Crest Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Royal Odyssey is a retro-style arcade space shooter where you pilot Prince Zayven’s ship through a deadly asteroid storm, blasting your way to survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, 1980s 12.5%, Futuristic 9.9%, Shooter 8.8%
- #22 Asteroids: Recharged
82% matchMostly Positive77% of 108 reviews2021
Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
How long can you survive the depths of space in this fresh revival of the classic arcade shooter, all while grooving to an original score by Megan McDuffee. Pilot solo or recruit a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Shooter 12.9%, 1980s 10.1%, Action 6.9%
- #23 Layer Section™ & Galactic Attack™ S-Tribute
82% matchMostly Positive80% of 49 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Layer Section, the home console port of arcade game RayForce is back with new features and online ranking. Use the new lock-on laser function to defeat multiple enemies at once for a higher score in this gorgeous 2D vertical shooting game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Shooter 14.1%, Action 9.1%, Futuristic 8%
- #24 Operation : Escape
81% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: ICT@SUPub: ZDKHub
Windows
A sci-fi top-down shooter game. 2D top-downYou shooting game. You get kidnapped by alien from far away and infested by their blood, which makes you able to use their weapon. You have to get out there before they catch you and do some weird thing with your body
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.4%, Shooter 20.1%, Action 18.6%, Top-Down 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #25 Huygens Principle
79% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: Cat In A Jar Games
Windows
You become the enemy that you killed!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25%, Shooter 15.9%, Action 13.8%, 1980s 12.5%, Top-Down 8.8%
- #26 Red Blaster
78% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Red Blaster Games
Windows
Blast your way through increasing waves of enemies in this fast-paced top-down action-arcade shoot 'em-up while unlocking new levels, weapon upgrades and harder enemy types as you make progress in RED BLASTER!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Top-Down Shooter 26.1%, Shooter 13.7%, Action 8.6%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #27 Guardian Force - Saturn Tribute
79% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
The Guardians, a secret society wielding the power of the Force, have readied their tanks and intend on crushing the aspirations of the Hammerbolt Empire!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Shooter 14%, Action 9.2%, Futuristic 8%
- #28 Exorush
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Thrashmodule
Windows
A 2D vertical shoot 'em up that lets you upgrade your ship with an insane amount of options. From missiles and pods to specials and shields, you can upgrade every bit of your ship from guns to thrusters.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Shooter 14.6%, Action 13.2%, Futuristic 6.7%
- #29 Zomb Bomb
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: 5th Wheel Games
Windows
A fast pace retro arcade shooter. Fight waves of zombies and dragons with a great gun collection. Battle five wild bosses all while trying to keep the high score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Action 16.4%, Shooter 15.8%, 1980s 11.7%
- #30 Mutant Legion
77% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: ClogSoft
Windows
Mutant Legion is a charming but brutal top down shooter: Play as a mercenary on a mission to defeat all enemies, get paid and ultimately get out alive. Pick up and discover various weaponry, secrets and the path to victory.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Action 17.6%, 1980s 13.8%, Shooter 12%, Old School 8.6%
- #31 Project AionIX
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AionBlaze Studio
Windows
A fast-paced roguelike space shooter where every credit counts. Fight through dangerous sectors, upgrade your ship mid-battle, and convert your earnings into permanent power. Because when you die, you keep what matters.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Shooter 14.2%, Old School 7.3%, Top-Down 6.9%
- #32 STARR RINGER
77% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Sterling McKay
Windows
Grab the fate of all life in your hands. Blast your way through the cosmos, destroying monstrous cosmic beasts and the space cultists summoning them, on your path to stopping your mother from unleashing the chaos realm upon the universe, in this sci-fi cosmic horror bullet-hell, STARR RINGER.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Shooter 13.7%, Action 9%, Sci-fi 6.9%
- #33 Gunslinger Nova
76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: instasiv
Windows
A top-down, 2d space-shooter that pits the user against swarms of alien ships from other dimensions. Destroy all enemies and portals as fast as possible. Battle increasingly tougher enemies through 40 Campaign levels and Endless Mode!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Top-Down Shooter 25.9%, Shooter 13.7%, Action 9%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #34 Exo-Calibre
74% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Vampixel GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Take to the skies as a team of cute pilots and fight for peace in vertical scrolling bullet hell style!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Top-Down Shooter 24.3%, Shooter 13.8%, Action 9%, Top-Down 6.8%
- #35 Space Maxwell: Arcade
76% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamland Games
Windows
Shoot your enemies and try not to let them multiply themselves and turn the game into a chaotic space battle! Space Maxwell is an arcade shooter where your spaceship has the ability to destroy or to multiply your enemies. Climb the leaderboard and try to survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Shooter 13.4%, 1980s 9.1%, Top-Down 7.9%
- #36 Return Ace
75% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: NEROTA
Windows
Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Shooter 14.9%, 1980s 13.2%, Action 9.1%, Old School 8.1%
- #37 Warawara Invaders
75% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
Even if you are not good at avoiding bullets or shmup games there is no problem. A 2d casual rolling shooter best for killing time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Top-Down Shooter 25.6%, Shooter 17.3%, Top-Down 7.6%, Action 6.6%
- #38 Martian Invaders
72% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
WE HAVE ALIENS, YOU DON'T—Blast Martian invaders and flying saucers across 30 stages with robotic voice effects. Use your destructible shield, rescue army men for bonus points, and chase the high score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, 1980s 13.1%, Shooter 12.8%, Action 7.5%
- #39 Final Exerion
71% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Happymeal Inc.Pub: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Call on CELLs, change your weapon, and shoot however you want!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Shooter 19.8%, Action 17.9%, Futuristic 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #40 Hexapoda
70% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: TOMAGameStudio
Windows
After the last human war, gases were spread through the atmosphere making it unbreathable. The richest to fled to orbital colonies and the others took refuge underground. Get ready to fight giant Insects for the future of humanity !
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Shooter 10.8%, 1980s 10.2%, Top-Down 6.4%
- #41 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
70% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Top-Down Shooter 23.4%, Shooter 15%, Action 10.1%, Old School 6.4%
- #42 Twnkl Gft 2: A Lust For Blood
69% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Bis the FairyPub: Electric Prune Juice
Windows
It's Christmas! Pelt the humans with gifts! Quickly!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Top-Down Shooter 24.5%, Action 14.6%, Futuristic 8.1%, Top-Down 7.1%
- #43 Voidronaut
74% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Aztyrael Studios
Windows
Voidronaut is a fast-paced 2D arcade shooter set in the endless darkness of deep space. As the last surviving pilot, you must outmaneuver relentless enemy waves, collect new weapons, and sharpen your aim, speed, and reflexes to survive.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.5%, Shooter 17.4%, Action 16.5%, Old School 9.1%, Top-Down 7.9%
- #44 Kilemol
72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Fialho's
Windows
Kilemol is a top-down shooter where you'll have to destroy all spawn capsules and enemies using different weapons in a dynamic gameplay.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.4%, Shooter 16.3%, Action 16.2%, Top-Down 12.2%, Futuristic 11.3%
- #45 While you are Downloading
71% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2018
Dev: Alien Nude LTD
Windows
A quick and action paced retro styled arcade shooter, or shoot 'em up (shmup) if you like. Perfect to play in short chunks, like when you are waiting for big games to download.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, 1980s 14.3%, Shooter 11.8%, Old School 8.7%, Futuristic 8.5%
- #46 いるかにうろこがないわけ
68% matchVery Positive91% of 187 reviews2023
Dev: 月刊湿地帯Pub: Waku Waku Games
Windows
こんな時間まで起きているわがままハニーマスタードちゃんには特別に、いるかにうろこがないわけを教えてあげようかねえ。
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27%, Shooter 19.4%, Action 16.4%, 1980s 14.2%, Old School 9%
- #47 Battle AirForce
68% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
Windows · Mac · Linux
Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Shooter 12.6%, 1980s 8.5%, Action 8.5%
- #48 4D:XD
69% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Ryan Brammen
Windows
4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Shooter 14%, Action 8.8%, Top-Down 6.9%
- #49 Meteor Storm
70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Z Sculpt Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Welcome back to 1996! This shared screen space shooter is the perfect 4-player competitive game for some casual fun!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 9.2%, Old School 8.7%
- #50 AISZplus
68% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2022
Dev: takayakata
Windows
You destroy the runaway electronic organ AISZ. Vertical scroll STG with all 5 levels.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.3%, Shooter 22%, Action 20.3%, Futuristic 15.6%, 2D 8.1%
- #51 Nephenthesys
67% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Let's Dev StudiosPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off on a treacherous mission to recover an unidentified energy source amidst an alien onslaught! Nephenthesys is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up presented in widescreen top-down 3D style.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Top-Down Shooter 26.4%, Shooter 15%, Action 9.5%, Top-Down 7.3%
- #52 Seconds Till Destruction
65% matchPositive100% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: The Eagle Studios
Windows
Kill everyone in six seconds! Seconds Till Destruction is a lightning-fast and randomized top-down shooter. Use a massive array of guns and quick thinking to destroy humanity, one floor at a time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Shooter 13.3%, Futuristic 9.4%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #53 Steel Alcimus
69% matchPositive86% of 43 reviews2018
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Steel Alcimus is a top-down helicopter shooter. Complete various tasks with your ally aircraft; such as saving the carrier, taking down the buildings, carrying objects, etc.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shooter 11.7%, 1980s 10.2%, Old School 7.7%
- #54 Killistar
67% matchNo user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Area Code 313 Games LLC
Windows
Killistar: A 2D/3D sci-fi shoot-em-up remake of the classic arcade game Sinistar.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Shooter 17.6%, Action 12.3%, 1980s 12%, Top-Down 11.2%
- #55 Mutants (C64/Amstrad/Spectrum)
73% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this unique top-down shooter, originally released in 1987, take on the role of a lone pilot of a scout ship fighting to eliminate the threat of the Macro-Genetic-Mutoids, bio-engineered organisms that threaten to destroy mankind.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Shooter 10.5%, 1980s 7.6%, Retro 7.1%
- #56 Storm Mined
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hémisphère gauche
Windows · Linux
Inspired by the cult classic Mine Storm, Storm Mined modernizes arcade space shooting with rogue-lite upgrades and rhythm-based stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Shooter 11.3%, 1980s 11.1%, Top-Down 7.1%
- #57 Legume Of Zeldoom
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Ramzi Mukhar
Windows
This is a top-down 2D shooter focused on fast movement and responsive combat. Take on enemy hordes and switch between a variety of weapons to survive. The game draws on classic inspirations, offering a focused experience. Tight action, simple controls, and shaped over two years of development.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.1%, Shooter 17.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Action 13%, Old School 9.8%
- #58 SOL CRESTA
67% matchMostly Positive79% of 115 reviews2022
Dev: PlatinumGames Inc.
Windows
SOL CRESTA, rise like the phoenix and take back the sun! Neo-Classic shooting strikes back! Dock, split, and form up! Pilot 3 fighters and take back the sun from the clutches of evil in this free-form shooting game with the spirit of 80s shooting classics Moon Cresta and Terra Cresta.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Shooter 17.7%, Action 14.1%, 1980s 13.7%, Old School 8.2%
- #59 Twin Hawk
66% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take on powerful tanks and battleships with the best use of your fighter in this military themed vertical arcade shoot ‘em up by Toaplan! Summon friendly fighter planes to avoid emergencies and increase firepower. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, 1980s 16.3%, Top-Down 8.1%, Old School 7.3%