60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Side Scroller, Shoot 'Em Up, Shooter.
Elyna X is shoot'em up (Shmup) for 2 players in cooperative mode.The year is 3864, mysterious ships appear and iniciate a terrible attack against planet Earth, It is up to Enyla, a courageous space pilot, to lead the space fleets in defense of her beloved planet.
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.2%, Side Scroller 30.1%, Shooter 11.8%, Action 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
2D side-scrolling shoot 'em up
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Robots 13.7%, Shooter 12.1%, Action 9.3%
The year is 2051. Location: SATAZIUS, a long-abandoned planet. The cruiser Agano was on patrol when it was attacked and stricken by a confederacy of space pirates that had established a base on SATAZIUS. The pirates attacked the Agano intending to steal the assault ship ‘Trafalgar’ that was stowed aboard the Agano, but the Trafalgar made...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Robots 16.4%, Shooter 7.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
The peaceful island of Yukrea has been invaded by the evil Dread Corps! It's time to blast your way through over 6 stages of mayhem to rescue civilians and push those robots out. Use their own powers against them and help reclaim peace to the island.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Robots 16%, Futuristic 12.8%, Shooter 9.6%
A retro arcade space shooter where you blast alien fleets, dodge bomb swarms, collect power-ups, and fight solo or in local co-op to liberate occupied planets from the mind-controlling energy force code-named Xenmega.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Side Scroller 26.8%, Shooter 11.6%, Action 5.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%
A spectacular, satisfying, and super-watchable defense battle! The ultimate 8-bit shoot 'em ups born in the 21st century, ""Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE"", is now on Steam!
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.1%, Robots 13.8%, Shooter 11.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.6%, Futuristic 9.3%
Thunder Tiger is a fast-paced side-scrolling shoot ’em up, blending 1980s arcade style with futuristic flair. Blast enemies, grab power-ups, and chase high scores in intense 2D stages. Classic retro vibe meets modern gameplay!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Side Scroller 22.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Shooter 8.1%, Sci-fi 8%
Bydo Missions in Your Pocket — Beyond Dimensions, the Melody of Two “R”s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Robots 15.6%, Side Scroller 15%, Futuristic 11%, Shooter 8.7%
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Side Scroller 23%, Shooter 10.4%, Futuristic 6.6%, Sci-fi 5.4%
You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Shooter 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Sci-fi 6.2%
In 1985 N.O.M.A.D. pushed the boundaries of what the 8-bit computers of the day could achieve with both their graphics and their gameplay. A fast-paced, all-out action shoot ’em up, this retro classic still retains a fan base to this day.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Side Scroller 20.7%, Robots 10.4%, Shooter 9.7%, Futuristic 6.1%
In this classic side-scrolling shoot-em-up, originally published in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a starship pilot trapped in a web of 51 interconnected hostile universes by the evil spider Zendocon.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Side Scroller 23.9%, Shooter 10.6%, Futuristic 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
ZPF is a retro-inspired horizontal shooter originally designed for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Blast your way through a cosmic gauntlet of epic boss battles, addictive scoring, and hidden secrets in a thrilling arcade-style adventure through fantasy, sci-fi, and alien-themed worlds.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Robots 13.4%, Shooter 9.3%, Futuristic 7.6%
Equipped with the Fusion × Transformation “PELL” System! Free Map Side-Scrolling Shooter
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Side Scroller 16%, Shooter 12%, Robots 11.4%, Action 8.9%
Shoot lasers in space because a fish told you to. Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade is a twin-stick side-scrolling space shoot-em-up which tells the story of a man side-scrolling in space and shooting-em-up with twin-sticks. This game has at least 2 characters in it.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Shooter 12.4%, Action 11.2%, Futuristic 10.8%
The Rush is a horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up with graphics inspired by classic space shooters of the MSX. Buckle up and see if you have what it takes to master the highly adaptive Chameleon Quartz space fighter and single-handedly obliterate the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Side Scroller 23%, Shooter 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Sci-fi 6.4%
Take on the roll of a cybernetic soldier on a mission to destroy the enemy force before your world is consumed by an all encompassing corruption.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Robots 12.1%, Shooter 11.5%, Futuristic 10.5%
Free the galaxy by destroying the EVA program and its artificial planet HELOS. In this 2D shoot'em up, take control of one of the three ships of your choice and go to the different planets to eliminate each threat. 1 or 2 Player coop.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Side Scroller 21.1%, Action 10.5%, Sci-fi 8%, Local Co-Op 7.8%
Dodge, dash, and blast through five handcrafted worlds in a fast pixel-art arcade shooter built for score chasing, boss fights, and perfect runs. Free demo available.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Shooter 9.3%, Score Attack 8.1%
Embark on a thrilling journey as a space mercenary! Customize your ships with powerful weapons and modules, choose contracts and destinations, and battle enemy fleets and epic bosses. Your decisions shape the universe around you, so forge your path in this action-packed space shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Shooter 11.6%, Futuristic 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, Side Scroller 21.8%, Shooter 13.3%, Action 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
AngelStrike is an exciting 2D side-scrolling shoot'em'up with handmade pixel-art and a variety of action-packed missions. Play solo or local co-op with friends to rescue refugees, stealthily deliver supplies, escort your allies, and take down hordes of machines in 40 levels across 5 different areas!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Shooter 13.4%, Action 10.2%, Local Co-Op 9.8%
A brutal 16-bit sci-fi shoot-’em-up inspired by the golden age of the Sega Genesis. Fight across multiple worlds, upgrade your ship, and confront the forces behind the Augmentation Program.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Side Scroller 23.5%, Space 9%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Futuristic 7.8%
Betrayed by her cut-throat crew, Luna Starr - former Space Pirate Captain turned bounty hunter - has a score to settle. As Luna, travel to 5 exotic planets to track down your mutinous mates, and face them in Bullet Hell dogfights to the death!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.6%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Futuristic 10.9%, Sci-fi 9.6%, Action 8.1%
Rotate, aim and shoot in zero gravity space. "∀stround" is a zero-gravity shooting action game in which the screen rotates according to the character's direction. Survive against attacking creatures on a space station where gravity suddenly disappears.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.7%, Shooter 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.4%, Action 10.9%, Futuristic 10.8%
The year is 1989. 12 years have passed since the Gogoh Army’s invasion of Earth. Exposure to alien technology during the war enabled Earth’s own technologies to take massive leaps forward. International conflict that was previously rife in the history of mankind fell to an all-time low, and the Earth Federation was established as a...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Robots 18.3%, Shooter 8.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
Lead the vegetable revolution alone or with a friend in the side-scrolling shoot ‘em up Rutabaga Desert Storm! Take down wave after wave of enemies, dodge their projectiles, and grab power-ups to boost your destruction! Can you defeat the oppressive humans and free the proletariat vegetable masses?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Local Co-Op 10%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Score Attack 7%
A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Shooter 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Space 8.8%
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 39.5%, Side Scroller 26.9%, Shooter 13.2%, Action 7.6%, Space 6.5%
A fast-paced retro arcade shooter inspired by classic 1980s side-scrolling space combat. Weave through organic obstacles, survive relentless enemy waves, and defeat powerful end-level bosses in a pure, skill-driven singleplayer experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Side Scroller 21.2%, Robots 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%, Shooter 7.9%
Fifteen stages of side-scrolling arcade shooting, wrapped around the worst pizza delivery route in the galaxy. Bullet patterns, boss tiers, CRT scanlines, and a rank ladder Ace never asked for. One-time purchase. No ads. No IAP. No data collection.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Action 8.7%, Shooter 8.6%, Futuristic 7.3%
JETGRAVE is a fast-paced side-scrolling shoot ’em up for 1-3 players inspired by the arcade and console shooters of the 16-bit era. Blast through hostile skies, overwhelming enemy forces, massive war machines, and an abomination that should have stayed buried.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Side Scroller 23.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Shooter 8.3%, Sci-fi 6.8%
Kill everyone in six seconds! Seconds Till Destruction is a lightning-fast and randomized top-down shooter. Use a massive array of guns and quick thinking to destroy humanity, one floor at a time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Robots 18%, Futuristic 12.4%, Shooter 10.4%, Sci-fi 8%
A fast-paced platform shooter inspired by 90s classics. Follow Robot-X on a journey to protect the city from a new danger, fight bosses and jump over pits in this retro experience.
Why similar: Robots 18.1%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Futuristic 12.5%, Shooter 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your shield tech and absorb projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield expires and it's danger time, you better switch up your strategy fast...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Shooter 9%, Sci-fi 7.6%
Blast through hordes of adorable yet deadly mutant fruits in this intense space shooter with bullet hell action. Shoot, dodge, and survive unique boss battles that push your skills to the limit. Only the strongest will uncover the truth behind the chaos. Are you ready to save the universe?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.8%, Shooter 16.8%, Action 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Space 8.6%
In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Shooter 12.7%, Robots 10.2%, Sci-fi 7.5%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Side Scroller 22.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Robots 9.2%, Local Co-Op 8.9%
A 2D side-scroller about killing robots with janky guns as a morally questionable main character.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Robots 28%, Shooter 13.5%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Action 7%
The most secure prison facility in the country is under attack ... The city mayor called personally and asked you to take care of this problem.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Side Scroller 24.6%, Action 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Shooter 10.2%
Call on CELLs, change your weapon, and shoot however you want!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.9%, Shooter 15.9%, Futuristic 13.1%, Action 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%
A shoot’em up game with bite-size levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.6%, Shooter 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Action 10.3%, Local Co-Op 10.2%
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.6%, Side Scroller 30.3%, Shooter 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Action 7.1%
Terra Bomber is presented as a two dimensional sideways scroller based upon the classic arcade shooters of the 1980s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.2%, Side Scroller 25.2%, Shooter 13.7%, Space 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
Half shoot-'em-up, half RPG! Blast through an intergalactic genre mashup!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Side Scroller 22.6%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
In a world devastated by machines, humanity places its last hope in a warrior equipped with special armor. Explore intense stages, face challenging bosses, and fight to reclaim what remains of the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Side Scroller 22.2%, Robots 14%, Action 10.3%, Shooter 8.8%
Defend the galaxy from vicious space pirates! Seize your foes and fire them back at their allies for devastating destruction in Toaplan's legendary horizontal arcade shooter, now on PC with all-new features and quality-of-life bonuses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Side Scroller 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Space 7.3%
Huge Enemy is a horizontal Shoot ‘em up that takes place in a dark sci-fi universe with Japanese influences.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Action 15.1%, Robots 11.3%, Sci-fi 10%
You are a explorer of new planets. As it turned out, other planets are inhabited by shadows that are very hostile. Your task is to survive several waves to win.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.6%, Side Scroller 24.5%, Shooter 14.9%, Action 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
A side-scrolling shoot 'em up inspired by 8-bit games and 80s Sci-Fi movies. Play as Automatic Eltron, a cybernetic law enforcer, and save the city from the machine domination.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Robots 14.4%, Futuristic 12%, Shooter 9.3%
Shizuku and Akane...two pilots bound by rivalry and friendship battle to save their world from malevolent cosmic forces! A classic arcade style shmup with deeply satisfying fast paced combat, wide variety of load-out combos, and even local co-op!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%, Sci-fi 10%, Futuristic 8.1%
The alien invaders have launched their final offensive on an already crippled Terra. Only one brave pilot can turn the tide of war. Cyber Seraph is a boss focused vertical shoot 'em up with unlockable abilities.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.1%, Side Scroller 11.2%, 2D 10.4%, Action 10.4%, Indie 4.8%
Raze the road less traveled with your Vulvehicle, the ultimate all-purpose armored combat machine! Whether flying through the sky, or burrowing deep underground, these gals stop at nothing to blast through terrain and enemies alike in this comical action STG!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Robots 12.7%, Shooter 10.7%, Futuristic 8.2%
Cybertrash STATYX is a story-driven 2D action-platformer with tactical elements, set in a cyberpunk world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Side Scroller 20.5%, Robots 14%, Shooter 11%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
Use Aileron Rolling or Evading your enemies' attacks while having a realistic damage system. Use different planes with upgradable parts and numerous weapons you can mount to your planes to destroy your enemies. Fly solo or play with your friends and enjoy local coop. A modern re-invented classic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Futuristic 12.9%, Shooter 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.4%
Victory Saber 2D is a horizontal scrolling shooter arcade video game with Locking-on shooting mechanic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Shooter 14.1%, Robots 9%, Action 7.7%
Pilot the all-powerful cell destroying Desolazor gunship and eradicate the mutagenic genotoxic pathogen before it consumes the entire galaxy. Soar through waves of threatening enemies and bosses beyond 6 stages packed with action, explosions, and lasers!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.8%, Shooter 17.2%, Sci-fi 11.8%, Action 11.8%, 2D 7.3%
Master a modular arsenal and survive a biomechanical nightmare in this intense cinematic shmup. Face grotesque aberrations, unlock achievements, and conquer the hardcore mode. 7 complete levels with its own epic boss and weapons!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Side Scroller 24.9%, Shooter 10.2%, Futuristic 7.4%, Sci-fi 7.2%
The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Side Scroller 15%, Robots 10.4%, Futuristic 9.7%, Shooter 8.6%
The steel wolf running across the earth × the sonic corpse that buries its prey. DECO shooting game redeployed!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Robots 18.1%, Futuristic 12%, Shooter 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 9%
