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Games Like Ellipsis

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Bullet Hell, Action, Arcade.

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Ellipsis is an action-packed Avoid ’Em Up with minimalistic, yet powerful neon styled visuals. Guide your ship through a mysterious universe while deftly avoiding hordes of roaming enemies, spikes, lasers and more.

Reviews: Very Positive — 94% — of 247 reviews
Released: 2017-01-25
Developer: Salmi Games
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 3.6 hrs
Mean playtime: 4.1 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 91%

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    Dev: SynsetPub: New Blood Interactive
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Retro 16.1%, Action 12.8%, Indie 9.2%

  2. #2 Hyper Sentinel
    96% matchVery Positive84% of 69 reviews2018
    Dev: Four5Six PixelPub: Huey Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 21%

    A face-melting, pixel-pumping arcade shoot 'em up featuring awesome power-ups, epic boss battles and spectacular effects at a blistering 60fps. Blast into battle against giant space destroyers in Arcade Mode, tackle endless waves of enemies in Survival Mode and face off against epic level guardians in Boss Run mode.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Action 17.7%, Retro 16.6%, Indie 12.8%

  3. #3 Text Wormhole
    96% matchVery Positive88% of 51 reviews2017
    Dev: Elknight
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 30 minMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 22%

    Text Wormhole is a dodge game of bullet hell generated by the roguelike way dynamically based on the theme of letters, which adopts the minimalist design style. The unprecedented visual spectacle will give you an extraordinary game experience.

    Why similar: Action 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Indie 20.6%, Bullet Hell 19%, Casual 5.4%

  4. #4 Echoes+
    95% matchVery Positive92% of 857 reviews2015
    Dev: Binary Zoo
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%

    Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Bullet Hell 23%, Action 21.7%, Indie 13.4%, Retro 9.3%

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    94% matchVery Positive96% of 155 reviews2016
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Retro 17.5%, Arcade 9.4%, Indie 5.5%

  6. #6 Solar Shifter EX
    94% matchMixed47% of 114 reviews2015
    Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Warp into action with Solar Shifter EX. Man your ship and dive into fierce combat situations in space and over beautiful and distant planet surfaces. Solar Shifter EX is a sci-fi shoot 'em up with the unique ability to 'shift'.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.7%, Action 29.7%, Indie 20.6%

  7. #7 Zenohell
    93% matchMostly Positive71% of 87 reviews2015
    Dev: Team Grybanser Fox
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    Zenohell is a 90s inspired shoot-em'up (shmup) that is all about simple gameplay, just dodge, shoot, score, with vibrant pixel visuals and a kicking 28 track soundtrack, with lots of content to boot.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52.7%, Action 47.3%

  8. #8 ShipLord
    92% matchMixed62% of 844 reviews2015
    Dev: EGAMERPub: SA Industry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    ShipLord is a space avoid-er mixed with interesting boss fights and breathtaking visuals, with a reward system to take your skill to another lvl.

    Why similar: Indie 27.4%, Action 23.2%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Casual 6.6%

  9. #9 Incandescent
    91% matchMixed68% of 173 reviews2015
    Dev: Stephen Crabb
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Incandescent is a fast paced action arcade game that scales the difficulty to your skill level. The goal is simple, pilot your ship and defend yourself against waves of unique enemies and bosses. Different powerups will drop to help you with upgrades to your weapons and health.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.1%, Action 30.2%, Indie 21.2%, Arcade 7.8%, Casual 2.6%

  10. #10 Vector Strain
    91% matchMostly Positive76% of 70 reviews2015
    Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Addictive fast-paced shoot-em-up with beautiful 3D graphics and an amazing soundtrack. 5 ships to choose from and 5 action-packed Stages.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.9%, Bullet Hell 25%, Action 19.1%, Indie 12.2%, Arcade 7.7%

  11. #11 Horizon Shift
    90% matchMostly Positive77% of 330 reviews2015
    Dev: Flump StudiosPub: Funbox Media Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Horizon Shift is an explosive wave based single screen shooter with a ton of new ideas and platformer elements. Do what it takes to protect your horizon from the ever encroaching enemy attack!

    Why similar: Action 36.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Indie 23%, Arcade 9.8%

  12. #12 Neon Striker
    87% matchVery Positive89% of 85 reviews2025
    Dev: Zeno's Adventure Team
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Configure the weaponry on your ship to blast away enemies as you navigate through swarms of bullets and space battles. Each ship has unique customization options and playstyles.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.9%, Bullet Hell 36.9%, Action 15.1%, Casual 4%

  13. #13 Power-Up
    89% matchMixed58% of 266 reviews2014
    Dev: Psychotic Psoftware
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    A fast-paced retro shoot-'em-up featuring evolving weapons, intense arcade combat and massive bosses — from one-man studio Psychotic Psoftware.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Retro 17.1%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Action 15.7%, Indie 12.8%

  14. #14 Space Smash
    88% matchVery Positive89% of 54 reviews2019
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows · Linux

    Fast-paced retro shmup where space keeps shrinking. Collect energy orbs, avoid danger, unlock ships, and chase the highest score in this addictive arcade shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.9%, Bullet Hell 31.5%, Action 15.3%, Arcade 11.1%, Casual 4.2%

  15. #15 Ruzh Delta Z
    89% matchMixed62% of 506 reviews2015
    Dev: Pribuni
    Windows
    Median: 6 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 14%

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  16. #16 Assault Android Cactus+
    86% matchVery Positive94% of 2,002 reviews2015
    Dev: Witch Beam
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.9%, Bullet Hell 34.8%, Action 14.1%, Arcade 11.1%

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    84% matchVery Positive96% of 70 reviews2025
    Dev: Puza Games
    Windows · Mac

    Command a starship in Void Resurgence, a retro-futuristic space roguelite. Battle through colorful cosmic fields, collect upgrades, and build your ultimate ship. Dodge intense bullet-hell patterns and fight for survival. Every run offers new challenges and permanent progress.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.6%, Bullet Hell 35.6%, Arcade 11%, Action 10.8%

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    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.3%, Retro 26%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Casual 10.6%, Arcade 6.5%

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    Dev: Serenity Forge
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.5%, Bullet Hell 36%, Action 11.1%, Indie 8.5%, Arcade 6.8%

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    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%

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    83% matchMostly Positive78% of 114 reviews2020
    Dev: Xitilon
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 98%

    Classic multi-directional (360°) shoot 'em up. Navigate your UFO through hazardous environments with dangerous enemies and beat huge bosses!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Bullet Hell 25.1%, Retro 16.8%, Action 12.1%, Arcade 8.9%

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    82% matchVery Positive88% of 51 reviews2021
    Dev: Sensen Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Retro 16.1%, Action 9.1%, Arcade 9%

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    84% matchMixed41% of 87 reviews2017
    Dev: Ripknot Systems
    Windows
    Median: 0 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 11%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Bullet Hell 27.2%, Retro 13.7%, Action 11.1%, Arcade 9.1%

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    81% matchMostly Positive77% of 549 reviews2016
    Dev: EGAMERPub: SA Industry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%

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    Why similar: Action 39.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Indie 24.9%, Casual 9.9%

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    79% matchVery Positive98% of 135 reviews2016
    Dev: RebRankPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    81% matchMostly Positive75% of 118 reviews2014
    Dev: Kraken Empire
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    The frantic old-school action of classic coin-op shoot-‘em-ups comes crashing headlong into the 21st century. Explosive high-octane blasting combines with hordes of enemies in a 360˚ environment – fly, spin and shoot anywhere and everywhere!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.4%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Action 17.5%, Indie 12.6%, Arcade 10%

  28. #28 Grav Blazer
    80% matchMixed48% of 161 reviews2017
    Dev: Ripknot Systems
    Windows
    Median: 0 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 11%

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    78% matchVery Positive89% of 186 reviews2018
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 55%

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    74% matchVery Positive97% of 59 reviews2025
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    Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.3%, Retro 25.6%, Action 20.7%, Casual 5.4%

  31. #31 Space Elite Force II
    77% matchVery Positive88% of 109 reviews2020
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows · Linux

    Space Elite Force II is a frenetic space-shooter with weapon customization and insane bosses battles. Embark in your ship and fight for the survival of the human race!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Retro 14.5%, Action 13.5%, Arcade 9.8%

  32. #32 Arcadium - Space Odyssey
    72% matchVery Positive94% of 114 reviews2026
    Dev: Luciano Bercini
    Windows · Mac

    A bullet heaven roguelite set in a procedurally generated universe. Land on planets to harvest resources, craft hundreds of game-breaking builds, and unleash them on relentless waves of aliens. Every run unveils a new universe: endless challenges, endless discoveries.

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    77% matchVery Positive86% of 224 reviews2014
    Dev: 48h StudioPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Avoid is a fast-paced arcade game that will test your reflexes!

    Why similar: Action 56.3%, Indie 33%, Arcade 10.6%

  34. #34 Sophstar
    74% matchVery Positive100% of 103 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 32.4%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Retro 17.8%, Action 14.8%, Arcade 8.2%

  35. #35 Super Glitter Rush
    75% matchVery Positive95% of 113 reviews2021
    Dev: tiny cactus studio
    Windows

    Super Glitter Rush is a boss-rush style bullet hell shoot-em-up!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.5%, Bullet Hell 27.2%, Action 15.3%, Retro 9.5%, Indie 7.4%

  36. #36 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
    73% matchVery Positive95% of 84 reviews2023
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    "Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.4%, Bullet Hell 31.2%, Action 13.2%, Indie 7.3%, Arcade 6.9%

  37. #37 Steredenn: Binary Stars
    75% matchVery Positive88% of 959 reviews2015
    Dev: Pixelnest StudioPub: TyGAMES
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 68.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Steredenn is a frenetic and chaotic space shooter, carved in big beautiful pixels, with insane boss battles. Embark in your ship and engage the fight against dreadful space pirates in a never-ending combat for your survival.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.6%, Bullet Hell 30.3%, Action 14.1%, Arcade 12%

  38. #38 SPLIT BULLET
    76% matchVery Positive91% of 74 reviews2016
    Dev: IndigoBlue Game StudioPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    SPLIT BULLET is a game all about 'splitting up' a massive crowd of enemies—yes, those polygons—crawling towards you. Don't let 'em get you and survive as long as you can, by using your instincts and weapons.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Action 20.8%, Indie 14.7%, Arcade 8.3%

  39. #39 Half Hour Hexagon
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 113 reviews2023
    Dev: Carson Kompon
    Windows

    Obliterate a never-ending horde of enemies while you attempt to reach the 30 minute mark. Race to earn XP and level up to gain new items and opportunities for each run to become stronger than the last.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.5%, Action 27.4%, Arcade 16.4%, Retro 8.3%, Casual 7.4%

  40. #40 Dark Matter
    76% matchMixed59% of 155 reviews2015
    Pub: Meridian4
    Windows
    Median: 6 minMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 25%

    Dark Matter is a classic arcade space shooter inspired by Asteroids, featuring fast-paced ship combat, physics-based movement, and score-driven gameplay.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.3%, Bullet Hell 33.9%, Arcade 10.9%, Action 10.9%, Casual 3.9%

  41. #41 Nebula
    71% matchVery Positive87% of 186 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: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Bullet Hell 29.1%, Action 15.9%, Indie 10.6%, Arcade 9%

  42. #42 Void Scrappers
    70% matchVery Positive89% of 617 reviews2022
    Dev: 8BitSkull
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Blast hordes of alien ships into junk. Collect the scrap to upgrade your ship into an unstoppable force of destruction. Unlock new characters and weapons and upgrade your stats between runs.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.1%, Bullet Hell 27%, Action 16.4%, Retro 13.2%, Arcade 4.3%

  43. #43 Space War: Infinity
    73% matchVery Positive90% of 126 reviews2019
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows

    Vertical semi-procedural shmup with upgrades, real-time enemy waves, and infinite replayability. Level up your ship, unlock 20+ weapons, defeat 5 bosses, and survive endless bullet-hell combat.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Retro 16.9%, Action 12.3%, Arcade 9.4%

  44. #44 Ghost Blade HD
    72% matchVery Positive87% of 55 reviews2017
    Dev: Hucast GamesPub: 2Dream
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 35.9%, Bullet Hell 26.6%, Action 21.5%, Indie 16%

  45. #45 Beat Invaders
    68% matchVery Positive96% of 206 reviews2022
    Dev: Raffaele Picca
    Windows · Linux

    Beat Invaders is a Vertical Shoot 'Em Up Roguelite - Fight your way through enemy fleets, unlock skills, items, ships, and upgrade them in the next run. Enjoy the smooth neon visuals matching the pushing EDM soundtrack - The perfect game to unwind.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Bullet Hell 29.1%, Action 13.8%, Retro 11.6%, Arcade 10.4%

  46. #46 Reign of Bullets
    71% matchVery Positive81% of 100 reviews2015
    Dev: Critical Bit
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Reign of Bullets is a shoot ‘em up with epic loot and lots of guns. Upgrade your ship and customize your weapons to build the ultimate fighter plane.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52.2%, Action 27.5%, Indie 20.3%

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    67% matchVery Positive87% of 236 reviews2022
    Dev: Digital KingdomPub: Thunderful Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 27%

    Swordship is a roguelike where dodging is your best weapon. Trick your enemies into killing each other, steal containers to upgrade your ship and unlock new ways to play. Dodge, dive, die, learn, repeat.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.8%, Bullet Hell 28.8%, Action 12.7%, Arcade 12%, Indie 8.8%

  48. #48 Beat Hazard
    68% matchVery Positive95% of 7,430 reviews2010
    Dev: Cold Beam Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Experience your music collection like never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

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  49. #49 Hyper Space
    66% matchVery Positive100% of 53 reviews2024
    Dev: Fennec Game Studio
    Windows

    Hyper Space is a “Dodge ’Em Up” Arcade game. Collect stars while avoiding space hazards to reach the highest score, unlock new skins, compete with your friends and travel through space to the most distant galaxies.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.9%, Retro 25.9%, Action 16.7%, Arcade 12%, Indie 11.9%

  50. #50 Hyper Bounce Blast
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 89 reviews2016
    Dev: Flump StudiosPub: Funbox Media Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Hyper Bounce Blast is a stomach-churning retro shooter blended with classic platforming action. Bounce, shoot and dodge to survive the ever-increasing enemy attack. Bring it on!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.9%, Action 32.9%, Indie 22.4%, Arcade 9.8%

  51. #51 Mobile Astro
    70% matchMostly Positive72% of 183 reviews2016
    Dev: Raxasoft Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Run, gun, and survive! In this twin stick arcade shooter, you'll be fighting your way through countless waves of enemies to restore maximum peace to the galaxy!

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  52. #52 Asteroid Bounty Hunter
    69% matchMixed65% of 804 reviews2016
    Dev: EGAMERPub: SA Industry
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Asteroid Bounty Hunter is a space shooter mixed with interesting boss fights and breathtaking visuals, with a reward system to take your skill to another level.

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  53. #53 Stellar Interface
    69% matchMostly Positive79% of 225 reviews2016
    Dev: ImaginationOverflow
    Windows
    Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Run through the universe in this rogue-like-ish space-shooter. Discover the numerous perks/consumables and their synergistic effects. Explore the randomly-generated galaxy to find merchants, unlock spacecrafts, collect Cartridges and checkmark your kills of the various galactic overlords.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.2%, Bullet Hell 34.5%, Action 11.3%, Arcade 9.9%, Casual 4%

  54. #54 Rhythm Destruction
    71% matchMixed45% of 135 reviews2014
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    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%

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    64% matchVery Positive93% of 130 reviews2023
    Dev: Accidently AwesomePub: PID Games
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    Shoot and dash your way through frantic missions! A twin-stick shooter set in a rotating world. Unlock weapons, move quickly and fight tons of bosses.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Bullet Hell 28.4%, Action 13.3%, Retro 9.4%, Indie 9.3%

  56. #56 Gunvein
    64% matchVery Positive97% of 215 reviews2022
    Dev: NGDEV
    Windows

    Gunvein is a dynamic, aggression-based bullet hell shoot em up where you use lock on lasers, charged weapons, bombs & hypers to overwhelm the enemies before they overwhelm you.

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    62% matchVery Positive87% of 200 reviews2025
    Dev: CataxisPub: Skull Queens Games
    Windows · Linux

    A fast-paced Breakout-style arcade with a bold black-and-white aesthetic. Engage in space battles against stunning yet deadly alien foes who are determined to destroy you. Intense visuals, thrilling gameplay, and a challenge that will test your reflexes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 57.6%, Action 20.4%, Arcade 16.4%, Retro 5.6%

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    69% matchMixed50% of 76 reviews2016
    Dev: Raconteur Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Close Order is an arcade shooter with one simple goal: become a badass armada! In this mashup of genres, defeat enemies for parts to build up an armada of ships around you. Fight from a distance, charge headfirst into battle, or create a mix of anything and everything. You decide how to play!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Action 25.5%, Bullet Hell 25.1%, Indie 18.4%

  59. #59 Hyper Simon X
    67% matchMostly Positive71% of 66 reviews2018
    Dev: NukGames
    Windows

    Hyper Simon X is an Arcade Shoot 'Em Up Puzzle game that ingeniously blends SHMUP mechanics with the classic nostalgia of 'Simon Says' memory games. Prepare for a challenge like no other as you destroy the enemies in the exact order displayed!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Action 22.7%, Indie 15.9%, Retro 14.2%, Bullet Hell 12.9%

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