- #1 Xentron Attack
97% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Xentron Attack is a multi-directional shooter. The evil alien forces called Xentron have invaded your galaxy and spreading dangerous meteors and missiles in the space. Fight with smart enemies who calculates your movements. Turn your ship precisely and use the borderless space wisely.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, PvE 7.6%, Score Attack 6.9%, 1980s 6.7%
- #2 Storm Mined
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hémisphère gauche
Windows · Linux
Minestorm reimagined with modern gameplay! Blast through waves of deadly mines, gear up with powerful upgrades between levels, and dive into intense rhythm-based stages set to an original soundtrack !
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Score Attack 7.2%, Shooter 7%
- #3 GyroGunner
96% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: H.T.Project Games
Windows
An omnidirectional scrolling twin-stick shooter with pixel art reminiscent of the 80's.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shooter 8.1%, Score Attack 6.8%
- #4 Exovore
95% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Tapzilla
Windows · Linux
EXOVORE is a fast-paced twin-stick space horror shoot’em-up inspired by the arcade classic Sinistar. Harvest asteroids, build your arsenal and face an evolving alien terror that hungers for your ship’s core. Retro-style visuals meet modern chaos in this relentless fight for survival among the stars.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Shooter 7.4%, Arcade 5.8%
- #5 XenoFeud
94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Downforce Games
Windows
XenoFeud is an insane top-down twin-stick arcade alien shooter, where you must survive hordes of alien intruders while defending a mysterious object in space.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Score Attack 7.4%, Shooter 7.1%
- #6 GUNPIG: Firepower For Hire
94% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: LaPointe Joints
Windows
Sci-fi top-down twin-stick shooter with 9 weapons, 3 alts and secret hidden collectibles!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Shooter 7.6%, Score Attack 6.3%
- #7 Gunslinger Nova
93% 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 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, PvE 11.7%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 7.1%
- #8 Steel Alcimus
92% matchPositive86% of 42 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: Twin Stick Shooter 23%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Shooter 7.5%, Score Attack 7%
- #9 Acid Web
91% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Text Garden
Windows · Linux
Challenge your reflexes and defend your web from an onslaught of strange creatures to the beat of a dynamic, generative acid techno soundtrack in this all-nonsense arcade-style twin stick shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 6.9%
- #10 ZEROCRON
91% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 23.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Shooter 7.5%, Arcade 6.7%
- #11 Escape the Kreegan
89% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Entropy Is Software Development
Windows · Linux
Escape corruption and deliver truth to the people in the only way you know how. as a space fighter pilot! You steal a ship and flee, it falls to you to duke it out in space and deliver truth to the people. Restore peace. Restore justice. Save humanity and Escape The Kreegan!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Space 8%, Shooter 7.2%
- #12 Son of a Gun
89% matchMostly Positive76% of 133 reviews2024
Dev: Crank GoblinPub: Untold Tales
Windows
A retro-inspired, action packed, twin-stick shooter full of bullets, blood and explosions. Collect and manage your guns to exterminate jungle zombies, swarming bugs, heavy robots, slimy monsters and even space ghosts.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Shooter 7.7%, Arcade 6.7%
- #13 Starfighter Neon
90% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: MadeOfDinosaurs
Windows · Mac
You've been dropped into enemy space. Weave your Starfighter between alien spaceships, lasers, asteroids and bombs destroying as many as you can and collecting valuable coins and powerups as you go.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, Shooter 7.1%, Arcade 6.1%
- #14 Solaroids
88% matchVery Positive96% of 50 reviews2017
Dev: Chad YatesPub: DynF/X Digital LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Classic Asteroids® updated with modern gameplay and perfected controls. Explore hazardous environments and sneak around asteroids to surprise attack giant bosses. Upgrade your ship to use additional power-ups. Single player or fight with up to 3 friends with intense local coop.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Score Attack 6.9%, Shooter 6.8%
- #15 Neon Fighter
87% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2022
Dev: kurigamedev
Windows
Neon Fighter is a tiny arcade game packed with lasers and explosions, in which every few seconds you are forced to switch weapons automatically, making you have to adapt quickly to the new situation and re-evaluate your perspective.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Score Attack 11.1%, Arcade 7.9%
- #16 cyber_serpent
86% matchPositive94% of 48 reviews2023
Dev: Q-Bit Digital
Windows · Mac
slither and shoot, but don't run out of space! cyber_serpent is an arcade twin-stick shooter combined with snake. compete for a global high score in this modern take on retro classics as you face infinite waves of polygonal enemies.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Score Attack 8.7%, PvE 8.1%
- #17 Cosmic Tank
86% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Space 9.1%, Shooter 8.7%
- #18 Devastator
85% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: RadiangamesPub: 2Awesome Studio
Windows
Devastator is a retro-modern arcade twin-stick shooter. Featuring spectacular, fluid visuals (with 4k and 120hz+ support), heart-pounding music and sound, and intuitive, intense, and varied gameplay, Devastator is the ultimate twin-stick shooter for people who love twin-stick shooters!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Score Attack 9.9%, 1980s 7.6%
- #19 Cloud Cutter
84% matchVery Positive87% of 127 reviews2021
Dev: Just Two ltd.
Windows
Cloud Cutter brings you classic arcade shoot ‘em up gameplay in top notch graphics. Enjoy intense fast-paced explosive action full of epic destruction, arcade style power-ups, lasers and of course huge multi-stage boss fights.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8.3%
- #20 WOWOWOW KORONE BOX
82% matchVery Positive92% of 744 reviews2024
Dev: tian nyaPub: holo Indie
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 36%
A hololive fangame featuring Inugami Korone of hololive GAMERS! Collect as many Korone Boxes as possible while contending with an endless onslaught of enemies and bosses using whatever weapons you happen to pick up!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Shooter 8.1%, Arcade 5.4%
- #21 Galaxy
84% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Lukáš Tejkl
Windows
An arcade game where the player controls a spaceship and defends against waves of enemy invaders. The goal is to survive as long as possible, achieve the highest score, and progress through increasingly difficult levels.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, PvE 11.5%, Arcade 8.6%, Score Attack 7.9%
- #22 Bug Blast
83% 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 31.4%, Top-Down Shooter 26%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 7.3%, Top-Down 5.8%
- #23 Reinforced Machine
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Astral Punch Studios Pty Ltd
Windows
A fast-paced mech arena shooter mixing arcade intensity with skill-based unlocks. Unleash powerful ultimate forms, mix and match skills to define your playstyle, and master each unique combat machine to unlock their signature abilities.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, PvE 9%, Score Attack 6.3%
- #24 Red Blaster
81% match5 user reviews60% of 5 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 26.4%, Top-Down Shooter 24.2%, PvE 12.8%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 7.7%
- #25 GyroBlade
82% matchMixed68% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: H.T.Project Games
Windows · Mac
Retro style 2D vertical scrolling simple shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Shooter 9.8%, Score Attack 8.9%, Top-Down 8.1%
- #26 Enfora Star
79% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Haapa Games
Windows · Linux
Enfora Star station is being overrun! Pilot your spacecraft and deploy defenses to survive droid swarms - but every purchase costs precious score points. Will you risk everything for maximum points or play it safe? Master the ultimate arcade challenge!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Score Attack 8%, Space 6.9%
- #27 Yars: Recharged
80% matchVery Positive86% of 120 reviews2022
Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shoot from affar or get nibble away up-close and personal in a boss-rush, bullet-dodging revival of the 1982 Atari classic title, Yars' Revenge. Take on 60 unique enemy encounters alone or with a friend in local co-op.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Shooter 7.9%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #28 Undercroft Warriors
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 459 reviews2024
Dev: Fuzzy
Windows
Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Shooter 8%, Score Attack 7%
- #29 Lonefield Evacutation Survivor
78% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Malémûre
Windows
Lonefield Evacuation Survivor is a... survivor in which you play as a ship facing an alien incursion. Destroy your enemies, collect bolts and upgrade your ship to survive long enough and escape. Play alone or with up to 3 friends in local multiplayer or with Remote Play Together for online gaming.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 7.4%
- #30 Zombie Cubes 2
77% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: MayoNinja Games
Windows
Survive relentless waves of Zombie Cubes in this action-packed shooter! Explore redesigned maps, battle unique bosses, uncover secrets, and craft traps to gain the upper hand. Upgrade weapons, collect PowerUps, and compete for the highest score in this fast-paced fight for survival!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Shooter 9.8%, Action 3.8%
- #31 Rysen
79% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
An old arcade style 2d shmup.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 8.9%, Score Attack 8.7%
- #32 PhaigeX: Hyperspace Survivors
75% 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 22.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, PvE 8.4%, Shooter 7.5%
- #33 Neon Shooter
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Busy B Studios LLC
Windows · Mac
Neon Shooter is a fast-paced dual stick style shooter that is full of neon colors, bright particle effects, and enemies to destroy. Be ready to jump in and destroy enemies, collect coins and power ups, and upgrade your traits to reach the highest score possible!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 11.1%, 1980s 7.3%
- #34 Alien Death Mob
76% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Pug Fugly GamesPub: Thalamus Digital
Windows
Aliens have invaded Earth! Towns, cities, deserts, they're everywhere! Take on the role of Earth's last super soldier and confront the alien menace in this intense twin stick shooter!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.7%, Score Attack 13%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 8.5%
- #35 Retro Rocket Raiders
76% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Zed Zeek
Windows
An old school fast action twin stick shmup, featuring more than 20 weapons that you can equip your ship with and 30 different enemies
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 37.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Arcade 9.4%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #36 Cosmic Paradox: Noire
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AUTO SLAVIC d.o.o.
Windows
Cosmic Paradox: Noire is a 2D top-down shoot ‘em up adventure set in a world of two overlapping dimensions. Witness the battle between the Vex Accord and the Oronix Empire, increase your odds of survival with the right upgrades and choose a ship that is best suited to your playstyle.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, PvE 11.4%, Score Attack 10.5%, Shooter 7.9%
- #37 Technikiller
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LofiDev
Windows
Technikiller is a sci-fi shooter set inside a mega-factory. Hack in and take control of a hulking mech to blast your way through hordes of killer robots. Fight your way to the core and shut it down.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shooter 9.2%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #38 Stella Voyager
75% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: KESOFTGAMES
Windows
Open World Space Exploring Trading Shmup RPG. Space sheriff fighting outlaws. King of inter planet trade. Investor who contribute to the development of the planets. The choice Is yours.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Shooter 7.8%, Space 6.5%
- #39 The Mad House Season One
72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Crazy Carrot Studios
Windows
Step into The Mad House, a futuristic cyberpunk game show! Battle waves of enemies, conquer unique room challenges, and climb the Leaderboard. Upgrade your gear, master each fight, and earn your place in the legendary Hall of Legends.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.2%, Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Shooter 12.4%, Top-Down 6.8%
- #40 Astro Ike
73% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Cyberkite Games
Windows
Astro Ike is an exhilarating single-player, third-person zombie wave shooter that will immerse you in an intense battle for survival. Step into the shoes of Astro Ike, a fearless protagonist, as you face relentless waves of zombies. The challenge awaits—how long can you endure?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, PvE 9.4%, Shooter 7.6%
- #41 Bounce your Bullets!
73% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Quentin Edel
Windows
A small game where you cannot stop moving forward. Your bullets get stronger and stronger after they bounce enough times. Bounce your Bullets! is a casual yet increasingly difficult colorful shmup where you survive for as long as possible against growing waves of enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Score Attack 13.9%, Space 10.9%, Shooter 8.8%
- #42 Hive Stampers
73% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Dual Wield Devs
Windows
Fight giant bugs with your mech! Liberate the alien planet for your cause. In this top-down twin stick shooter, fight bugs as you secure the planet for humankind.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.4%, Top-Down Shooter 29%, PvE 11.1%, Top-Down 10.1%, Sci-fi 7.4%
- #43 Galaxy At War
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nicola Hahn
Windows
Enter the cockpit of your spaceship and prevent the destruction of our homeland! You and your friends have to dodge various attacks and fight many enemies. But your Twitch chat can support you in your defense and your subscribers can even accompany you as wingmen!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Space 8.8%, PvE 8.4%
- #44 Inverse Ninjas VS. The Public Domain
71% matchPositive98% of 46 reviews2023
Dev: Herosoft
Windows
The iconic stuck-it-to-the-man party game receives an EPIC FREE STORY MODE UPDATE! Rise to the challenge of the evil Shogun Han Gorou!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, PvE 10.4%, Shooter 8.1%
- #45 Asteroids: Recharged
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 104 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: Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 8.3%, Score Attack 8.2%
- #46 KILL YOUR FRIENDS
71% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: James Robinson
Windows · Mac · Linux
A frantic arena shooter for up to 6 players. Play solo, or battle your pals online. Grab a weapon, don your comically oversized hat & an absurdly mismatched outfit, and KILL YOUR FRIENDS!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Shooter 9.2%, Top-Down 6.8%
- #47 Asteroids
70% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Play Asteroids
Windows
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 11.1%, Top-Down 7.3%
- #48 Frenzy Force
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Clutch Design
Windows
Choose your champion and fight until your last breath! Frenzy Force is a casual wave-survival game with a diverse set of weapons and unlockable characters, where you must fight through a variety of biomes against hordes of shadowy minions.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, PvE 9.3%, Shooter 7.8%
- #49 ULTRABUGS
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vlambeer
Windows · Mac · Linux
Vlambeer's ULTRABUGS is a fast-paced high-score game in which you fight endless space bugs that split up into MORE space bugs as you fight and defeat them.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.2%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, PvE 8.8%, Score Attack 7.3%
- #50 Pew-casso
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Made From Strings
Windows
Choose your loadout, choose your art brushes, and blast your way to a masterpiece! Pew-casso is a top-down action-roguelite shooter where you defeat enemies to level up and create a piece of art. The longer you last, the more complex your unique piece of art will become.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, PvE 9.3%, Shooter 7.3%
- #51 Ogo
69% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Tubby Turtle Studios
Windows
Ogo is an arcade twin-stick shooter where you control yin and yang to defeat your enemies, complete varied levels or just relax in different endless game modes.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Top-Down 9.4%, Arcade 9%
- #52 打怪! Beat the Mons!
70% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: T工作室 T Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
BEAT THE MONS is simple pixel auto shooter. Dodge, shoot, beat all these monsters and earn score! Life is not much else...
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 8.9%
- #53 Cosmic Carnage
66% matchPositive97% of 37 reviews2026
Dev: LionSwordPub: LionSword Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
With 3.68 quintillion possible builds, no run is the same. Mix 10 astronauts, 10 ships, and 100+ upgrades in a relentless roguelite top-down shooter where alien swarms and brutal bosses push every skill to the limit. Adapt, experiment, and fight to survive the chaos
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Shooter 7.9%, Arcade 6.4%
- #54 Super Space Serpent SE
69% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Petrus-GamesPub: Verenigde Producties.vzw
Windows
80's vector style Twin stick action with a booming soundtrack and permadeath.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Score Attack 10.5%, Arcade 8.5%, Shooter 8.5%
- #55 Mechanophagia
67% matchPositive92% of 26 reviews2024
Dev: Apamate Studio
Windows
Aim. Dodge. Survive. Battle through a sci-fi hell in this intense Twin-Stick Roguelite Shooter. Survive the endless swarm for 10 minutes, defeat the level boss, or die trying. Draft powerful synergies in every run and purchase permanent upgrades to outlast the extinction.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, PvE 8.6%, Shooter 7.1%
- #56 Breakpoint
68% matchVery Positive97% of 236 reviews2020
Dev: Studio AesthesiaPub: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Breakpoint is a twin-stick slasher where your weapons explode. Break through the swarm to claim your spot on the online leaderboard.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Score Attack 9.3%, Space 7.3%
- #57 Ultra Mega Planet Battles
66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Solindie Games
Windows
Ultra Mega Planet Battles is an intense arcade-style, space-based, twin-stick shooter. Players can play by themselves, or with up to 3 friends local co-op or Steam Remote Play (total of 4 players). Select your character, select and modify your ship, then get shooting!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Shooter 7.4%, Aliens 7.4%
- #58 Cyberhunt
67% matchVery Positive85% of 2,639 reviews2017
Dev: NukGames
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Cyberhunt is a retro procedurally generated twin stick shooter, that takes you back to the sweet to the sweet arcade machines era!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 14.7%, 1980s 7.4%, Space 7.2%
- #59 Battle AirForce
65% 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 26.8%, Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, PvE 11.6%, Shooter 9.5%, Score Attack 7%
- #60 Stellar Space
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Next Step Studios
Windows · Mac
Stellar Space is a new take on a classic arcade game with a modern, rogue-like, form for new players to enjoy!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, PvE 9.4%, Shooter 8.2%, Arcade 7.5%