Games Like DEVIL BLADE REBOOT

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.7%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%, Action 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features high-octane action and a similar vibrant, modern pixel-art aesthetic that emphasizes fast-paced bullet-hell combat.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.3%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%, Retro 7.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: An innovative masterpiece that pushes the boundaries of the genre with unique mechanics and a deep, evolving narrative.

A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.

Why similar: Mechs 23.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, 1990's 9.7%, Shooter 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Centers its gameplay around a 'grazing' mechanic that rewards players for staying dangerously close to enemy fire, much like the Berserk System.

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 40.3%, Bullet Hell 31.5%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Action 6.8%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential modern bullet hell experience that balances accessibility with high-level score-chasing mechanics.

A last ditch effort to destroy what was once to be our savior. A final mission to eliminate a disastrous future. A single ship against Earth’s entire military. The Andraste is the only hope to defeat...the Devil Engine.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.4%, Bullet Hell 21.5%, Action 9.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A high-intensity, retro-styled shoot 'em up that matches the sheer speed and mechanical depth of the seed game.

The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45%, Bullet Hell 34.8%, Shooter 6.2%, Arcade 4.6%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary title that defines the high-score-chasing culture found in the best shoot 'em ups.

RefRain - prism memories - is an empowering, cyberpunk, bullet-hell shoot-’em-up that focuses on fast-paced, offensive gameplay. “Dive” into a hazardous digital world, cycle through 3 different attack modes, and delete the opposition with superior firepower.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.5%, Bullet Hell 26.2%, Action 14.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.6%, Indie 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers high-intensity action with deep scoring systems and impressive visual flair.

Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.5%, Bullet Hell 36.6%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%, Arcade 5%, Action 3.9%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive bullet hell experience that sets the gold standard for pattern density and precise movement.

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 24.4%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Score Attack 13.3%, Shooter 9.8%, Retro 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the genre that incorporates satisfying movement and scoring mechanics for a polished experience.

The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Mechs 13.6% ★, Score Attack 9.5%, Shooter 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: Introduces a unique perspective-shifting mechanic that forces players to think about the 3D space in a 2D plane.

Ghost Blade HD is an intense bullet-hell shoot 'em up game, with satisfying and addictive score-based gameplay. With its inspiration going back to the shooting games of the 1990s era, Ghost Blade HD ties old memories to current tones and techniques.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.9%, Bullet Hell 32.7%, Action 11.7%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: A solid, arcade-style shooter that provides a classic experience with modern visual polish.

An alien menace has descended on Earth! Defend the world from UFO invasion in this superb arcade shooter from Qute. Use your weapons effectively, deflect enemy bullets with your shield, and recapture the Moon from alien infestation!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 53.6%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Action 11.2%, Great Soundtrack 10.7%, Arcade 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: Utilizes a pseudo-3D perspective and high-speed movement that feels very similar to the immersive presentation of DEVIL BLADE REBOOT.

Fight over the Earth-like planet of Seventia and its scarce resources of Septonium. A vertical shoot ’em up at its core with an added focus towards immersive storytelling. Follow the story of Alex and Margaret, two exceptional pilots, for the first time on Steam.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.3%, Action 23.8%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%, Arcade 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A mech-based shoot 'em up that features pseudo-3D visuals and a strong emphasis on sci-fi atmosphere.

Slash through enemies with the Sun Blade, the most powerful weapon in Shmup's history! Overwhelm hordes of enemies with flashy on-screen effects in this super-aggressive vertical scrolling shump!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Mechs 24% ★, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Shooter 9.9%, 1990's 9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, colorful bullet hell that emphasizes screen-filling action and high-speed gameplay.

Japanese boutique game studio G.rev makes its long-awaited debut on Steam with Strania!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.3%, Mechs 34.3% ★, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Action 8.9%, Arcade 3%

Why You'll Like It: Provides intense, mech-focused combat that captures the same mechanical weight and sci-fi aesthetic.

A brand new entry to the series, NIGHT STRIKER GEAR revitalizes the sprite scaling pseudo-3D style with polished graphics. The new GEAR System gives an added depth to the gameplay without sacrificing the intuitiveness. Feeling the rush of fast-paced music, strike through the night once more!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Mechs 16.6% ★, Shooter 12.5%, 1980s 9.5%, 1990's 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: A modern arcade shooter that captures the fast-paced, sci-fi energy of classic arcade cabinets.

March 18th, 2061 - "Operation Downfall" Commences With its reliance on BAC, humanity had forgotten how to operate even basic transportation, let alone weapons. After the attacks from BAC and the subsequent social chaos, the human population was reduced by half.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Score Attack 21.4%, Shooter 18.3%, Sci-fi 10.3%, Bullet Hell 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern bullet hell title that rewards deep system knowledge and strategic positioning.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 58.6%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.9%, Arcade 6.2%, Shooter 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a massive, pseudo-3D scale and a distinct sci-fi aesthetic that fans of immersive shooters will appreciate.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Score Attack 17.4%, Shooter 12.5%, Retro 8.4%, 1980s 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers fast-paced, classic-inspired action that is easy to pick up but difficult to master.

Blending classic shooting game design with a substantial dose of modern day bullet hell and flashy pyrotechnics, Bullet Soul has it all! Play through multiple modes, all designed to welcome newcomers to the genre, but also challenge experts aiming for ever higher scores.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.4%, Bullet Hell 27.2%, Action 9.3%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade-style bullet hell that focuses on satisfying destruction and high-score mechanics.

Be guided anew into an epic tale set in the Taisho era with three titles from Cave's Akai Katana series that has captured the hearts of passionate shoot 'em up fans. New features include an online leaderboard and new musical arrangements.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.9%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shooter 17.4%, Retro 9.1%, Action 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique transformation mechanic that encourages aggressive play and high-score optimization.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shooter 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Sci-fi 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Combines high-speed flight combat with intense action sequences that feel right at home with the seed game.

KAIKAN is a vertical scrolling shooter that focuses on destroying enemies. Destroy enemies with 6 types of aircraft with different performance, clear 5 stages, and aim for a higher score.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Mechs 16.7% ★, Score Attack 14.4%, Shooter 12%, Bullet Hell 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A destruction-focused top-down shooter that offers a chaotic and rewarding gameplay loop.

The feeling of 90's arcade shooter will come again !! Arcade-like side scroll shooter of 7 stages in all!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 60.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.7%, Action 13%, 2D 4.8%, Indie 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished, retro-style shooter that emphasizes tight controls and satisfying weapon progression.

Hear the shrieks of colliding metal! Behold the true form of steel! An explosive onslaught of shooting action!!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.4%, Bullet Hell 26%, Action 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%, Great Soundtrack 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: A casual yet intense bullet hell that provides a fun, accessible entry point into the genre.

Buckle up and blast off with Raiden IV x MIKADO remix! This classic arcade shoot ‘em up comes fully equipped with new music, battle modes, vertical screen play, and more!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shooter 15.8%, Score Attack 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade shooter that offers a refined, high-intensity experience for fans of the genre.

Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition is a hardcore, uncompromising vertical scrolling bullet hell/invader hell shooter (shmup) that doubles as a techno-based lightsynth, triggering bursts of funky invaders at the pulse of a relentless beat.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Shooter 12.2%, Action 8.4%, Great Soundtrack 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: Provides intense, pixel-art action that emphasizes movement and pattern recognition.

TURBO CHARGED PINBALL RETURNS! Now with bigger sprites, more baddies, more secrets & MORE BULLETS! Demon's Tilt pushes the limits of the Video Pinball genre with SHMUP & Hack N' Slash elements.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 28%, Score Attack 22%, 1990's 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Action 8.4%

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.8%, Bullet Hell 36%, Shooter 6.5%, Action 4.6%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%

Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Shooter 12%, Score Attack 9.5%, Retro 6.2%

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: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Score Attack 15%, Shooter 11.5%, Sci-fi 8.3%

Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Mechs 21.2% ★, Bullet Hell 15.9%, 1990's 9%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

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 47%, Bullet Hell 31.8%, Shooter 5.4%, Arcade 4.8%, Great Soundtrack 3.7%

Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.9%, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 7.4%, Arcade 5.9%

Bullet Soul Infinite Burst is a vertically scrolling shooting game crossing old-school gameplay with a bullet hell twist. It adds numerous gameplay enhancements over its predecessor, Bullet Soul, not least of which is Burst Mode. The same aggressive, bullet-cancelling gameplay, now with more destruction, more coins and more tunes.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Action 11.2%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Great Soundtrack 7%

Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Score Attack 16%, Shooter 8.8%, 2.5D 8.1%

Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as SHMUP veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and SEVENTEEN playable ships.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Retro 11.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%, Action 5.3%

A legendary SHMUP influential to the best makers in the genre, Hellsinker is now available on steam in its most advanced form! Gameplay, story, graphics, and even music all united into one cohesive and highly dimensional Shoot-em-up!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Score Attack 12.4%, Shooter 8.3%, Retro 7.4%

Mutant scum never learn! Blaster Master Zero makes its Steam debut! Blaster Master Zero is a 8-bit style top-down & sideview 2D action-adventure game that hearkens back to the golden age of the NES. The game features new gameplay elements such as improved gameplay, and a more robust scenario.

Why similar: Retro 37.2%, Pixel Graphics 29.5%, Action 27.2%, 2D 6%

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: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Score Attack 17.8%, 2.5D 15.7%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Shooter 10.7%

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 37.2%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Score Attack 11%, Retro 7.6%, Shooter 6.9%

The skies are aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Take to the skies in customized fighter planes to battle battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.3%, Shooter 8%, Great Soundtrack 7.2%

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Retro 17.9%, Shooter 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, Action 6.5%

AngerForce: Reloaded is an action-packed vertically scrolling shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades. This high octane experience is set against the backdrop of a 19th century human world that has seen the outbreak of a robot rebellion.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.1%, Bullet Hell 30%, Shooter 24.9%

Climb into the cockpit of an otherworldly war machine and fly into battle against a horrifying alien race bent on eradicating humanity to preserve their own civilization.

Why similar: Mechs 29% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, 2.5D 10.8%, Shooter 10.2%

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.2%, Retro 14.4%, Bullet Hell 7.6%, Action 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%

LIGHTNING STRIKES AGAIN!! XENOTILT, the sequel to the cult hit, DEMON'S TILT. Get ready for another PINBALL FANTASY. XENOTILT shreds the envelope with face-melting gameplay & graphics.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.3%, Bullet Hell 25.7%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%, Arcade 5.5%

Ether Vapor Remaster is a cinematic 3D arcade shooter and visual treat from developer Edelweiss.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 62.8%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Shooter 12%, Action 5.9%, Sci-fi 3.6%

Jet Buster is the new 90s anthro shmup, going back to the cuter roots of the genre.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 69.7%, Action 22.2%, Indie 8.1%

Your nightmares, now in High Definition! R-Type Delta HD Boosted brings back the dark, iconic shooter with modern enhancements, new music, razor-sharp graphics, and all the intensity you remember.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Shooter 16.5%, Mechs 16.4% ★, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Action 8.3%

Image Striker is a 2D vertical scroll shooting game.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Score Attack 17.5%, Shooter 11.9%, Retro 7.9%, Bullet Hell 7.4%

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Score Attack 16.4%, Shooter 11.8%, Sci-fi 7.8%

Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shooter 12.4%, 2.5D 12.4%, Score Attack 11.8%

Overwhelmingly bizarre beauty. Shoot, dodge, and destroy! A shmup where an apocalyptic world awakens to primal desires!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.6%, Shooter 20.2%, 1990's 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Action 6.9%

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: Mechs 19.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Score Attack 15.3%, Bullet Hell 10.6%, 2.5D 9.4%

Introducing the Grapple Beam! Chain ghosts together then pop them all at once for points in an endless 'bullet hell' arcade apocalypse.

Why similar: Score Attack 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Retro 9.8%, 2.5D 7.6%