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Games Like DnB Starfighter

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  1. #1 Starfighter Neon
    97% 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 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Top-Down Shooter 12.3%, Bullet Hell 12%, Aliens 8%

  2. #2 Galactic Explorers
    96% match4 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Caden KoehlPub: Koehl Studios
    Windows

    Galactic Explorers is a top-down 2D retro space shooter inspired by early games such as Galaxian, and Asteroids.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 15%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.4%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Space 6.7%

  3. #3 Exovore
    96% 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 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Shooter 7.1%

  4. #4 Alpha Force Zero
    95% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: osm games
    Windows

    Alpha Force Zero is an intense top-down bullet-hell adventure that requires skill and planning. Utilize multiple weapon systems including an Auto-Turret with adjustable firing modes and unlock upgrades that you can equip in your ship to give you the upper hand. Dodge, fight, survive!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Shooter 8%, Arcade 7%

  5. #5 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
    94% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
    Dev: Strides Interactive Game Studio
    Windows

    SHOOT 'EM UP!Starlight: Eye of The Storm is a 2D Vertical SHMUP set in a 3D background. Unleash your special powers, upgrade your weapons! Take on 10 Arcade stages or 15 Campaign missions! Drift (auto-pivot mode) behind your enemies and take them on with style!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 14.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Shooter 8%, Space 7.1%

  6. #6 Nebula
    94% matchVery Positive87% of 181 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: Twin Stick Shooter 18.9%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Top-Down Shooter 11.8%, Space 8.1%

  7. #7 Escape the Kreegan
    93% 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 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, Space 7.6%

  8. #8 Phobos Down
    92% match8 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
    Dev: FRACTiLE Games
    Windows · Linux

    A sci-fi twin stick shooter stripped down to the bare essentials with focus on smooth controls and satisfying action.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Gun Customization 11.4%, 2.5D 11.2%

  9. #9 Lonefield Evacutation Survivor
    91% 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 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Bullet Hell 12%, Aliens 8.2%

  10. #10 Resurrection Core
    91% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: ramen_keitto
    Windows

    Resurrection Core is vertically scrolling Bullet Hell Shoot ´Em Up game. It honors the arcade classics but also adds modern touch and unique game-play mechanics to the genre. Master the unique weapon systems and resurrect enemy cores to become the ultimate fighting machine!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13%, 2.5D 10.8%, Shooter 9.9%

  11. #11 Neon Fighter
    90% 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 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Arcade 8.3%

  12. #12 Cowboy In Space
    89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Da Waffle H8ter
    Windows

    Be THE Cowboy in this top down shooter that allows you to upgrade your health, dash speed, and sword strength, as well as 19 weapons, with the souls you collect from your slain enemies!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%, Bullet Hell 11.2%, 2.5D 10.1%

  13. #13 Exorush
    89% 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: Bullet Hell 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9.8%

  14. #14 cyber_serpent
    87% 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 21%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, 2.5D 10.4%

  15. #15 XenoFeud
    88% 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 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Aliens 8.9%, Shooter 7.4%

  16. #16 Little Elf Tanks
    86% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2024
    Dev: Friendly Fire Software
    Windows

    A bombastic bug busting adventure! Play as one of four playable characters in their quest to to free their fellow elves from the clutches of an evil army of spiders. If they crawl, blast em all! Let nothing stand in your way.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Shooter 8.5%

  17. #17 Storm Mined
    86% 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 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Shooter 7.6%

  18. #18 You're Invading My Space
    85% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: RollR Pixel
    Windows

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

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.8%, Aliens 5.9%

  19. #19 Project AionIX
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AionBlaze Studio
    Windows

    Blast through waves of alien enemies in Project AionIX! Master your piloting skills, dodge, and survive in this fast-paced space shooter!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Shooter 10.1%, Aliens 8.3%

  20. #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 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 16%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Shooter 7.8%

  21. #21 Yars: Recharged
    83% 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 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Aliens 7.7%

  22. #22 Psyvariar 3
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Banana BytesPub: Red Art Games
    Windows

    Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, 2.5D 11.8%, Shooter 8.9%

  23. #23 Undercroft Warriors
    80% 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 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Shooter 7.6%

  24. #24 Horde Of Plenty
    82% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2020
    Dev: SMONCH, LLC
    Windows

    In this action-packed twin-stick shooter, construction worker Ron Mayhem's beloved pet, Puffy, a rather round and yellow puffer fish, has been captured by the forces of evil. Slay the hordes, collect mad loot, and bring Puffy back!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Shooter 8.5%

  25. #25 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    79% matchPositive75% of 12 reviews2026
    Dev: N11 Games Division
    Windows

    A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 9.2%, Aliens 7%

  26. #26 Vectrix
    81% matchMixed61% of 18 reviews2019
    Dev: Poco a PocoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Vectrix is a rhythmic, techno, top-down shoot 'em up with a synthwave soundtrack and a grid of enemies based on John Conway's "Game of Life" cellular automaton!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Arcade 10.7%, Bullet Hell 9.9%

  27. #27 Acid Web
    79% 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 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Shooter 9.4%, Arcade 7.7%

  28. #28 Cosmic Tank
    81% 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 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Space 9.2%, Arcade 8.9%

  29. #29 The Swarm
    78% matchVery Positive83% of 54 reviews2022
    Dev: Solsgames
    Windows

    The Swarm is an abyssal boss rush. Defeat your enemy, upgrade your skills, start over.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 25.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Arcade 9.5%

  30. #30 Red Galaxy
    78% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2021
    Dev: CSZgames
    Windows

    This is a retro space shooting game, where you only fight against the strongest enemy. There are 15 unique bosses in the game, and players need to use different weapons and strategies to defeat them. Dedicated to you who are both challengers and retro game lovers.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Bullet Hell 17%, Aliens 11.5%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 10%

  31. #31 Constellar
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Jacob KuchinskyPub: Banana Peel Studios
    Windows · Mac

    A reinterpretation of retro games like Space Invaders and Galaga with a modern twist. Battle through planetary sectors using elemental abilities that combine for powerful effects and make bosses vanish. If you’re looking for a short, modernized retro-style game, this is perfect for you.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, 2D Fighter 19.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 7.7%

  32. #32 DuckStruck
    76% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
    Dev: Solemn Snail Studios
    Windows · Mac

    DuckStruck is a fast paced, top down bullet hell pixel art shooter, where you play as... a duck! Battle enemy zombie ducks, and build defences to aid your survival with endless waves of enemies attacking you at every moment!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, 2D Fighter 17.3%, Action 6.5%

  33. #33 Manic Archers - Bullseye DEMO
    77% match5 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2023
    Dev: Ancient Most High Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Manic Archers is the very first topdown Zelda-type versus game ever! It features simplistic and on-the-point gameplay with amazing game mechanics and lovely arcade style pixelart-details. It is playable with up to 4 players simultaneously on one screen in several variants.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 19.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 16.3%, Top-Down Shooter 11.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%, Bullet Hell 11.1%

  34. #34 ZEROCRON
    76% 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 22%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Top-Down Shooter 14.8%, Shooter 7.9%, Arcade 7.7%

  35. #35 GalaxIverse II
    74% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
    Dev: Sub Orbital Software
    Windows

    Brace yourself for explosive space battles in GalaxIverse II! This intense multi-directional shooter puts you in the pilot's seat against alien fleets and colossal capital ships.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Top-Down Shooter 11.4%, Bullet Hell 10.8%, Aliens 8.2%

  36. #36 ULTRA CORE DIVE
    73% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
    Dev: AslaekrPub: Tuupa Records Ltd.
    Windows

    SHOOT AND DODGE your way through the underground arenas in this Dark Chaotic Arcade Twinstick Shooter! Don't get consumed by the noise!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Arcade 11.4%, Shooter 9%

  37. #37 In The Valley of Death -Prologue-
    75% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: stdio.gypsy
    Windows

    In the Valley of Death is a color-based hack and slash twin-stick shooter, where the player controls Red and Blue as they dash, slash, and shoot their way through challenging levels as they attempt to make it to the Valley of Death.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Shooter 10.1%

  38. #38 Zarlor Mercenary
    74% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2022
    Dev: Epyx, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    Top-down shooter action for the Atari Lynx handheld console. WANTED: Hot gun for hire. Travel to several exotic and dangerous places. Discover several exotic and dangerous aliens and kill them. Kill lots. For cash. Buy more weapons and kill again.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Aliens 12.5%, 2.5D 11.3%, Shooter 7.5%

  39. #39 DOOMTANK
    75% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2019
    Dev: Unibear Studio
    Windows

    DOOMTANK is a fast-paced twin-stick shooter designed to put you in the hot seat. Enter an ever-changing room straight from the depths of Hell and slay its inhabitants.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Arcade 7.5%

  40. #40 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
    72% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: JMC
    Windows · Linux

    Defender's Squad is a sci-fi vertical scrolling shooter 2D that combines 7 different levels. Play Solo and pick one of the 3 ships to kill enemies and save the earth from aliens.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Shooter 10.8%, Bullet Hell 9.3%, Space 8.9%, Arcade 8.3%

  41. #41 Operation Zero
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pixeljam
    Windows · Mac

    Grab your biggest gun and jump into this story-driven top-down run-and-gun sci-fi arcade shooter starring the ultimate bio-engineered hero-manchild TASKILLER!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Shooter 7.3%

  42. #42 Steel Alcimus
    73% 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 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Shooter 8%

  43. #43 Neon Invaders
    72% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Neon Invaders will take you back to your gaming roots with its constant action and relentlessly brutal enemies. Absorb enemy shots of the same colour to trigger a flurry of fire to decimate the alien invaders. Dodge and Match your way to victory through 40 levels and 5 difficulty settings.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Aliens 9.5%, Shooter 9.4%

  44. #44 Star Jet Alpha
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Valles Games
    Windows · Mac

    Star Jet Alpha is a top-down space shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Progress through each stage by blowing up enemy space stations while avoiding or destroying enemy missiles, space mines and asteroids. Unlock Star Jet capabilities by completing stages.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Space 10.3%, Shooter 10.1%

  45. #45 The Cruise 2
    71% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: SwiftKraft
    Windows · Mac

    Top down 2D sci-fi space themed roguelike bullet hell shooter with different player classes and abilities to play with.

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 24%, Top-Down Shooter 13%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Aliens 10.3%, Shooter 8.2%

  46. #46 The Mad House Season One
    69% 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 25.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Shooter 12%, Bullet Hell 8.6%

  47. #47 Polygun
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Electric Turtle Games LLC
    Windows

    Welcome to the world of Polygun, an endlessly customizable hero shooter where you battle against an ever increasing hoard of bloodthirsty shapes! With an array of upgrades to choose from, you'll quickly build from humble beginnings into a hexa-bustin killing machine!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9.7%

  48. #48 Arcade Forever
    69% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: KOD7
    Windows

    Arcade Forever is a 3D vertical space shooter. This is an action game in which many enemies, obstacles and different weapons guarantee great fun. If you like fast space action, this is the game for you.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shooter 11.2%, Space 8.1%

  49. #49 Exo-Calibre
    68% 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 23.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Shooter 9.9%, Top-Down 5.7%

  50. #50 Slordax: The Unknown Enemy
    71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: SoftdiskPub: Ziggurat
    Windows

    In this classic top-down shoot 'em up, fly the deadliest ship in the galaxy on a dangerous first-strike mission to annihilate an alien threat before they become too powerful to stop. Pick up upgrades from fallen enemies along the way and become an unstoppable force!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Bullet Hell 12%, Aliens 10.8%, Retro 8.1%

  51. #51 Spacegirl 2038
    70% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
    Dev: Borsuk Software
    Windows

    Spacegirl 2038 is a fast paced, high energy arcade style shooter. Save your sister and her crew, they're depending on you!

    Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.9%, Bullet Hell 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 9.9%

  52. #52 Vostok Inc.
    70% matchMixed62% of 120 reviews2017
    Dev: Nosebleed InteractivePub: Wired Productions
    Windows

    Do you love money? You’re the newly appointed CEO of Vostok Inc. As a greedy, space-capitalist your ultimate goal is to make as much as you can.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%, Bullet Hell 11.1%, 2.5D 11%

  53. #53 Sophstar
    67% matchVery Positive100% of 102 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 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Aliens 8.8%, Shooter 7%

  54. #54 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 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Gun Customization 10%, Shooter 7.6%

  55. #55 Reinforced Machine
    68% 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 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Gun Customization 9.4%

  56. #56 4D:XD
    68% 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: Bullet Hell 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 8.3%

  57. #57 Enfora Star
    67% 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 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Space 6.9%

  58. #58 Hive Jump 2: Survivors
    66% matchVery Positive84% of 110 reviews2024
    Dev: Graphite LabPub: Midwest Games
    Windows · Linux

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

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 17%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Bullet Hell 12%, Aliens 11.4%, Gun Customization 11.2%

  59. #59 GUNPIG: Firepower For Hire
    69% 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 22%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Aliens 8.9%, Shooter 8.4%

  60. #60 PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Chain Damage Games
    Windows

    PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift is a sci-fi shoot 'em up game in the style of arcade classics. Dodge barrages of attacks, survive bullet hell bosses, and save Prismidia!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Aliens 10.6%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 8.6%

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