Games Like DoDonPachi Resurrection

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: Bullet Hell 41.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 35.2%, Arcade 7.3%, Great Soundtrack 6%, Anime 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by Cave, this game shares the same legendary pedigree, precise bullet patterns, and high-score chasing intensity as DoDonPachi.

Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.1%, Bullet Hell 40.1%, Arcade 7%, Anime 4.8%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Another masterpiece from Cave that offers a unique gothic-horror aesthetic while maintaining the tight, pattern-heavy gameplay expected of the genre.

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: Bullet Hell 42.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 38.4%, Arcade 7.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%, Action 3.8%

Why You'll Like It: This title excels at modernizing the bullet-hell experience with a polished, high-energy presentation and accessible yet deep mechanics.

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 44.7%, Bullet Hell 32.2%, Great Soundtrack 7.2%, Arcade 6.3%, Anime 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, high-octane shooter that emphasizes aggressive play and complex scoring, mirroring the adrenaline of the DoDonPachi series.

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 39%, Bullet Hell 37.4%, Arcade 12.3%, Shooter 5.6%, Action 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: This Cave title features a sophisticated transformation mechanic that adds a layer of tactical depth to the classic bullet-hell formula.

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 40.7%, Bullet Hell 39.2%, Arcade 7.7%, Great Soundtrack 4.2%, Classic 3.8% ★

Why You'll Like It: A legendary classic that introduces a polarity-switching mechanic, forcing players to master bullet patterns through strategic color management.

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: Bullet Hell 34.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Arcade 9.6%, Anime 7.7%, Difficult 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Built entirely around the 'grazing' mechanic, this game rewards players for flying dangerously close to enemy fire, much like the high-level play in Resurrection.

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: Bullet Hell 46.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 39.7%, Great Soundtrack 5.4%, Arcade 4.6%, Action 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: A solid entry in the genre that provides a challenging, pattern-focused experience with a great soundtrack and responsive controls.

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 36.4%, Bullet Hell 34.2%, Arcade 9.5%, Difficult 8.5%, Anime 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of the genre that balances traditional shooting with a complex weapon-leveling system and intricate stage design.

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 67.6%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Shooter 9.9%, Action 3.3%, 2D 2.3%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers intense, pattern-heavy stages and a unique weapon-control system that demands the same level of focus and precision as Cave classics.

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 43.1%, Bullet Hell 35.2%, Great Soundtrack 9.1%, Anime 7.6%, Action 5%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on high-speed, arcade-style action that prioritizes clearing the screen and racking up massive scores through aggressive play.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.9%, Bullet Hell 32.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.2%, Arcade 6.1%, Action 2.8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern indie classic that captures the soul of 90s arcade shooters while introducing innovative mechanics and a surprising narrative depth.

Sparks flare around the man all five sisters wish to claim. Introducing the new vertical scrolling shooter game!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 60.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 4.8%, 2D 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by former Cave staff, this game feels like a spiritual successor with its familiar scoring systems and intense bullet-hell patterns.

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 53.8%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Arcade 10.5%, Great Soundtrack 9.6%, Action 2.6%

Why You'll Like It: While more horizontal in nature, it offers incredible production values, a stellar soundtrack, and massive boss encounters that satisfy the arcade itch.

Thrive on Danger: Master the 'Buzz' to transform peril into pure power. Graze the edge of destruction to fuel your evolution. Harness the fleeting invincibility of each level-up to dive even deeper into the barrage.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.4%, Bullet Hell 36.5%, Action 19%

Why You'll Like It: The unique 'buzz' system encourages players to graze bullets to level up their ship, creating a gameplay loop that feels very similar to high-level danmaku.

Experience the epic conclusion of Toaplan's legendary shooter series with Batsugun including the lauded Special version! Choose your favorite character and spaceship in this thrilling genre-defining bullet-hell action. Now on PC with modern enhancements!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.7%, Bullet Hell 40.2%, Arcade 12.3%, Action 3.4%, 2D 1.5%

Why You'll Like It: As the game that essentially invented the bullet-hell genre, it is an essential historical experience for any fan of DoDonPachi.

飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想！

Why similar: Bullet Hell 45.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Great Soundtrack 11.5%, Difficult 7.2%, Action 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A standout entry in the Touhou series that offers the iconic, intricate bullet patterns and high-skill ceiling that fans of the genre crave.

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 43.3%, Bullet Hell 34.6%, Great Soundtrack 9.4%, Action 7.7%, Anime 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its high-speed action and visual spectacle, this game offers a modern take on the classic arcade shooter experience.

飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想！

Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Great Soundtrack 12%, Difficult 5.8%, Action 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: This entry provides a deep, system-heavy experience that rewards mastery of both movement and the game's specific scoring mechanics.

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 48.4%, Bullet Hell 26.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Arcade 6.4%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: Features a unique, fast-paced movement style and a distinct visual presentation that sets it apart while remaining a top-tier shmup.

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 37.5%, Bullet Hell 33%, Arcade 9.4%, Anime 6.9%, Difficult 6%

Why You'll Like It: A deeply complex and lore-rich shooter that offers a unique experience for players looking for something beyond the standard arcade formula.

Bullet Heaven 2 is a bullet-hell shoot-em-up inspired by games like Touhou and Jamestown. It's all about shooting every cute thing that moves, while dodging hundreds of shiny bullets per second!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 45.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.2%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%, Difficult 4.6%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A fun, accessible, and highly polished take on the genre that captures the joy of dodging massive waves of projectiles.

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 48.8%, Bullet Hell 44.5%, Action 6.6%

Why You'll Like It: A modern arcade-style shooter that delivers a polished, accessible, and highly replayable bullet-hell experience.

Experience the rush of battle with the fan acclaimed Bullet-Hell shooter "SUGURI". You're equipped with an automatic lock-on targeting system and a unique arsenal of hyper weapons, power shields, and more. Sure, she may look cute, but when it's time to fight, it's all business.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Anime 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%, Difficult 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines bullet-hell mechanics with a unique, arena-based movement system that requires quick reflexes and strategic positioning.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 55.6%, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Arcade 7.4%, Action 7%, Anime 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A solid, mech-themed arcade shooter that provides a challenging experience with a focus on weapon management and pattern mastery.

Fantastic Danmaku Festival is a Touhou Project fanfiction STG with colourful danmaku, beautiful remix music and original music. Besides the characters we know in Touhou Project, there is also a brand new original character named Nix in this game! With the Scarlet Devil mansion as their stage, the girls are soaring in the sky of Gensokyo!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Great Soundtrack 5.7%, Difficult 4.7%, Anime 4.6%

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.7%, Bullet Hell 35.4%, Arcade 8.3%, Great Soundtrack 6.6%, Action 5%

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 45.6%, Bullet Hell 34.2%, Arcade 8.3%, Action 3.4%, Classic 3.1% ★

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 43.2%, Bullet Hell 33.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.7%, Anime 8.2%, Action 6.2%

桜を見ながら西瓜を割り、紅葉を見ながら鍋をつつく こんな季節に誰がした！ イレギュラーでシーズナルなシューティング幻想！

Why similar: Bullet Hell 45.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Great Soundtrack 14.6%, Difficult 7.6%, Arcade 4.1%

This is a music rhythm STG where stages with highly BGM synchronization will show you a barrage musical; A shop system with dozens of items available offers you infinite possibility; An AI based auto dodging system benefits beginners.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.2%, Anime 6.2%, Action 5.2%

R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 64.9%, Arcade 13.7%, Classic 7.3% ★, Action 6.4%, Difficult 4.3%

Arcade hit Raiden first left its mark on the shooting genre 25 years ago. The easy to learn, hard to master series comes to the PC in its most modern and advanced form yet! Join the war for Earth's future-where the tide of battle holds constant surprises.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47%, Bullet Hell 32.5%, Arcade 11.1%, Shooter 4.8%, Action 4.6%

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 41.1%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Action 12.4%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Arcade 9.8%

Saviors brings the best bullet hell experience you can find on Steam. Play through 18 challenging stages in this ultimate test of tactics and reflexes.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.8%, Bullet Hell 34.2%, Great Soundtrack 6.7%, Arcade 4.2%, Action 2.9%

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 36.2%, Bullet Hell 34.2%, Arcade 8.9%, Anime 7.8%, Difficult 5.7%

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 39.9%, Bullet Hell 39.2%, Arcade 11.9%, Action 4.7%, Shooter 4.3%

Everyone, gather at the YO-KAI Disco! The cursed shooting party begins! All past game modes, additional characters, and BGM are included at once!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.8%, Bullet Hell 30%, Arcade 12.6%, Anime 6.1%, Action 5.8%

Jigoku Kisetsukan is a bullet hell shootergame with anime-style drawings and chip music.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Anime 8.5%, Great Soundtrack 6.5%, Difficult 4.9%

Team Shanghai Alice presents a bullet hell shooter! The 20th installment of the Touhou Project. Utilize the powers you've acquired to overcome new challenges!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 38%, Arcade 8.6%, Great Soundtrack 5.9%, Shooter 4.2%

Touhou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival part II is a danmaku shooting game, which is the second part of Touhou Makuka Sai. The repeat of incident is coming again. Can the girls going to the netherworld solve the mystery?

Why similar: Bullet Hell 51%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Great Soundtrack 9.3%, Difficult 5.2%, Anime 4.3%

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 39%, Bullet Hell 37.9%, Arcade 7.4%, Great Soundtrack 4.3%, Difficult 4%

弾幕は 地獄であるほど 美しい 深ければ深いほど地底は地獄の姿を取り戻す ヘリッシュでラブリーな弾幕シューティング地獄

Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Difficult 7.4%, Action 5.5%

An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!

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

The original cute and hardcore shrine maiden shooter is now available on Steam! Completely new game, a sequel to the home original "Pocky&Rocky" (Super Nintendo Entertainment System)! The adventures of Pocky&Rocky begin once again.

Why similar: Action 54.2%, Shooter 45.8%

An epic tale that begins from shooting missiles! The newest work of the Caladrius series with lots of new features that exceeds the original story!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.1%, Bullet Hell 39.1%, Anime 7.2%, Arcade 6.3%, Action 5.6%

The sequel of the famous Shoot'em up from the Visco studio is back, 30 years after the first opus, released exclusively on Neo-Geo MVS and Neo-Geo AES in 1992 . It's time to bring out your good old battle ship in ANDRO DUNOS 2!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.9%, Bullet Hell 31.3%, Arcade 9.1%, Difficult 7.1%, Shooter 4%

R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 59%, Arcade 14.9%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Shooter 7%, Action 5.8%

That witches come back undergone a power-up further! New character is entered! All 6stages Arcade version of all re-adjust the resolution of the base in 1280x720! "Magic Circle system" is easy-to-use adjustment! Full voice all by the story undergoes new writing.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.5%, Bullet Hell 32.2%, Action 9.2%, Anime 8.9%, Arcade 5.2%

誰が強いのか、誰が賢いのか、誰が正しいのか 畜生の理に則って、全て弾幕で決めよう！ ワイルドでビーストライクなシューティング幻想！

Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Great Soundtrack 14.8%, Difficult 5.5%, Arcade 2.9%

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 63.9%, Bullet Hell 18%, Anime 6.8%, Arcade 4.4%, Action 3.5%

東方Project第19弾は、対戦型弾幕シューティング！ ダークで元気いっぱいで、ちょっぴり可愛い妖獣たちの狂宴をお楽しみに。

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.3%, Bullet Hell 34.4%, Great Soundtrack 5.8%, Shooter 4.9%, Action 4.7%