- #1 Nephenthesys
97% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Let's Dev StudiosPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off on a treacherous mission to recover an unidentified energy source amidst an alien onslaught! Nephenthesys is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up presented in widescreen top-down 3D style.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Top-Down Shooter 23.3%, 2.5D 16.6%, Shooter 12.7%, Action 6.3%
- #2 Asteroides
96% matchMostly Positive71% of 17 reviews2022
Dev: Verrua GiuseppePub: bit ManiaX
Windows · Mac
it's simple, fast, rocking, without pauses, without life, without time will you save the earth? Asteroides is a 70/80s shooter with realistic physics and a completely three-dimensional environment. Moving, destroying and surviving is complicated in an infinitely finite space.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, 2.5D 17.5%, Shooter 14.6%, Action 9.8%
- #3 Nova Rebellion
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Centurion Dragons Studios
Windows
Blast through waves of chaos in this retro inspired space shooter. Simple mechanics, high energy rock/electronic soundtrack, and a gloriously goofy tone make Nova Rebellion a cosmic throwback Back when space shooters were all the rage.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Shooter 13%, Artificial Intelligence 8.7%, Top-Down 7%
- #4 Psyvariar 3
95% matchPositive82% of 11 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 26.3%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, 2.5D 14.4%, Shooter 12%, Action 6%
- #5 Anima Reaver
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: EnricoBC
Windows
A 3D Sci-Fi space shooter game where you fight against big flagships and bases to unlock the secrets of the world.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Roguelite 14.7%, Shooter 11%, Top-Down 6.1%
- #6 The Pacifist
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Taillis, Inc
Windows
The Pacifist is a retro sci-fi top-down action game with unique mechanics that blends elements of the Arcade and Rhythm genres on a gorgeous, minimalist battlefield. Only in The Pacifist can you fight without fighting.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, 2.5D 18.2%, Top-Down 7.2%, Space 5.2%
- #7 Planets Ambrosia
93% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Maltsoft
Windows
All-out 360-degree assault! A roguelite shooter where you pilot an sci-fi fighter to eliminate grotesque enemies fused with fruit and machinery, constantly upgrading your weaponry.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Top-Down Shooter 24.4%, Roguelite 16%, Shooter 12.2%, Top-Down 5.9%
- #8 Flightpath
92% matchMostly Positive74% of 27 reviews2023
Dev: Illogic Games
Windows · Linux
A casual, easy to play, story-driven shoot 'em up where your path choices affect the outcome of the story! Select one of three characters, each with their own storyline, and see how the choices you make change the way the game unfolds.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, 2.5D 17%, Shooter 11.6%, Top-Down 6.5%
- #9 Toi
91% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Time 1
Windows
A new planet has been discovered, go through the three areas and conquer the planet Toi.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31%, Shoot 'Em Up 27%, 2.5D 22.1%, Action 8.6%, Space 7.1%
- #10 Gunslinger Nova
90% 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 29.6%, Top-Down Shooter 26.6%, Shooter 13.5%, Action 6.8%, Top-Down 6%
- #11 Arcade Forever
89% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Shooter 15.4%, Space 8.2%, Top-Down 7.5%
- #12 Debris Field
91% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Binary Nomad Games
Windows · Linux
Fight your way through a series of unforgiving arenas, learning to use Newtonian movement to give yourself an edge over your enemies. Upgrade your ship and your weapons along the way with whatever you can find, but don't take too long, as the enemy will soon overwhelm you.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, 2.5D 16.2%, Roguelite 14%, Action 13.2%
- #13 Asteroid Sentinel
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Swords and Railguns
Windows
Shoot down masses of asteroids and aliens in this arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements. Level up and upgrade your guns to cope with the endless waves being thrown at you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.8%, Roguelite 20.7%, Shooter 15.9%, Top-Down 8.4%, Action 7.9%
- #14 Alien Outpost
87% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: RETROPE STUDIOS
Windows
Alien Outpost an adrenaline-pumping 2.5D twin-stick shooter places you at a remote outpost besieged by relentless waves of alien invaders
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, 2.5D 15.2%, Roguelite 13.8%, Shooter 12.1%
- #15 FullBlast
88% matchMostly Positive71% of 87 reviews2016
Dev: UFO Crash Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Blast your way through waves of alien invaders in this retro style shooter with modern visuals. Collect power ups, destroy the enemy ships and defeat the mega bosses in 12 action packed levels. On your own or with a friend in local co-op mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, 2.5D 15.9%, Shooter 11.6%, Cartoony 8.2%
- #16 Deep Space Sentinel
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 瞌睡猫
Windows
这是一款结合了 轻肉鸽 养成元素的 俯视角太空射击游戏,你将扮演一位星际雇佣兵,完成一系列任务,抵御星际海盗登船,重新链接飞船系统,协助新星球殖民地,抵御外星生物攻击。
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.9%, Roguelite 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Cartoony 11.5%, Shooter 8.7%
- #17 Layer Section™ & Galactic Attack™ S-Tribute
86% matchMostly Positive80% of 49 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Layer Section, the home console port of arcade game RayForce is back with new features and online ranking. Use the new lock-on laser function to defeat multiple enemies at once for a higher score in this gorgeous 2D vertical shooting game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Top-Down Shooter 24.2%, Shooter 15.1%, Top-Down 7.7%, Action 7.5%
- #18 Asteroids
85% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Play Asteroids
Windows
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Top-Down Shooter 24.8%, Shooter 17.1%, Action 11.7%, Top-Down 7%
- #19 Mortal Mythos: Island of Fairies
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Timur Bondar
Windows
Dodge waves of bullets in cover shooter + shmup-inspired combat, as you strike back with powerful attacks of your own! Use clever cover spots to gain an advantage over your enemies, find treasures to make yourself stronger, and avoid taking damage to raise your score!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Shooter 18.9%, Action 8%, Top-Down 6.8%
- #20 Alien Space Bastards
84% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Alien Space Bastards is a procedurally generated 3D arcade style shooter. The aliens are attacking in force and you must utilize all the weaponry you have to survive the onslaught and bring piece to the galaxy. Multiple power ups will assist you on your suicide mission, good luck and fight bravely!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Shooter 14.1%, Futuristic 7.5%, Action 7.1%
- #21 Endless Space Scrap
82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: GESpacecraft
Windows
Dodge, collect, and survive. Every piece of salvage you grab makes your ship deadlier and tougher.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Top-Down 9.3%, Futuristic 8.5%, Roguelite 8.4%
- #22 Resurrection Core
83% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Shooter 15.5%, 2.5D 14.8%, Action 11%
- #23 Exo-Calibre
82% 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 33%, Top-Down Shooter 26.2%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 7.2%, Top-Down 6.4%
- #24 Chicken Invaders 1
81% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2025
Dev: InterAction studios
Windows
Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shooter 16.1%, Action 12.2%, Cartoony 9.3%
- #25 Magic Machine Gun
81% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Claypot Studio
Windows
Lots of enemies are coming at you, destroy them with your magic bullets! Strengthen talents and choose unique relic combinations,Make your character stronger
Why similar: Roguelite 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shooter 14.1%, Stylized 11.4%
- #26 Space Crusaders
79% matchMostly Positive71% of 28 reviews2022
Dev: AbsurdPoncho
Windows · Mac · Linux
Try to survive the demon onslaught in this fast-paced top-down shooter. Battle oncoming enemies as they try to destroy you, collect their souls to level up your character and weapons. Collect relics and unlock new characters and weapons to become more powerful!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, 2.5D 15.1%, Roguelite 14.2%, Shooter 10.9%
- #27 Endline
80% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Miniced
Windows · Linux
Endline is a 2.5D psychedelic bullet hell experience, combining rhythm and bright colours.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Top-Down Shooter 24.3%, 2.5D 16.3%, Shooter 13.2%, Action 6.4%
- #28 Defendor
78% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: almostApixel
Windows
Defendor is a throwback to the fast paced arcade games of the 80s.A retro style, arcade shooter where you upgrade your base to increase the capabilities of your ship, unlock new weapons, ships and cause more mayhem.Defend your base until everyone makes it into the escape ship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Top-Down Shooter 24.8%, Shooter 16.8%, Action 12.1%, Futuristic 8.6%
- #29 Exterminator V Pollinators
79% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Hydro Shock Studio
Windows
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 29.1%, Shooter 16.7%, 2.5D 15.8%, Space 8.6%, Cartoony 7.8%
- #30 Vostok 2061
78% matchMostly Positive67% of 57 reviews2022
Dev: DYV's Game
Windows
Vostok 2061 is a modern-graphics vertical scroll shooter. Gorgeous alien worlds, spaceships, and bosses. Explore mysteries as you listen to a great soundtrack!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.6%, Shooter 11.5%, 2.5D 10.3%, Space 7.7%
- #31 ASTRODRIFTER
77% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: thetobias
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast-paced, top down movement shooter. A drifter must master the art of drifting, the nature of the enemy and the rhythm of attack and defence. Only then can a drifter become The Astrodrifter.
Why similar: 2.5D 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Roguelite 11.3%, Shooter 10.9%
- #32 Project AionIX
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AionBlaze Studio
Windows
A fast-paced roguelike space shooter where every credit counts. Fight through dangerous sectors, upgrade your ship mid-battle, and convert your earnings into permanent power. Because when you die, you keep what matters.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Shooter 15.5%, Top-Down 6.9%, Sci-fi 6.8%
- #33 Parabolus Two
77% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: 40 Pound Tiger Studios
Windows · Linux
Shoot your way across the galaxy in this thrilling adventure! It’s the sci-fi shooter which blends old school game mechanics with modern story driven cinematic experiences. Unlock the mystery of strange events all over the Milky Way and find out who (or what) is behind them.
Why similar: 2.5D 22.7%, Shooter 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Futuristic 10.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10.2%
- #34 Nullblade Collection
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CosmoPub: Nullblade
Windows
The Nullblade Collection is a group of all the small, polished games made by Nullblade that were too small to be published by themselves.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.4%, Roguelite 17.1%, Shooter 14.8%, Futuristic 8.6%, Stylized 7.5%
- #35 CrypticaL
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CyberThief Interactive
Windows
An ancient entertainment in a futuristic universe, at least for the audiance. Our main character is a retired soldier who forced to fight in a gladiator arena. Escape, find the responsibles, punish!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Shooter 16.1%, Action 8.3%, Stylized 7.8%
- #36 Energy Fighters
74% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
A modern retro inspired side scrolling shooter with a deep upgrade system and the ability to absorb enemy fire and also deflect it back to your enemies. A fast paced shooter that can be played solo or local co-op with 12 difficulty modes and lots of boss battles.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, 2.5D 19.4%, Shooter 13.7%, Artificial Intelligence 7.9%, Sci-fi 6.8%
- #37 Red Blaster
74% match6 user reviews67% of 6 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 33.1%, Top-Down Shooter 29.8%, Shooter 15%, Action 7.3%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #38 Planet Killer
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Talisman One Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
A physics-driven sci-fi destruction roguelite. Orbit hostile worlds, unleash devastating weapons, and carve real craters into fully simulated planets while escalating planetary defenses fight back.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Roguelite 16.6%, Shooter 15.6%, Action 10.7%, Futuristic 6.5%
- #39 Akka Arrh
73% matchVery Positive85% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Akka Arrh is a modern take on a scrapped project from the 1980s, providing players with a fast-paced, addictive, arcade shooter experience and psychedelic visuals. Protect your life rings as you chain together combos and go for a high score!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 23.8%, Shooter 13.5%, Top-Down 7.8%, Space 6%
- #40 The Final Matrix (CPC/Spectrum)
75% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Gremlin GraphicsPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this unique top-down shooter, originally released in 1987, take on the role of the plucky little Biopton Nimrod, sent on a dangerous mission to rescue his friends from the 'Matrix' prison planets of the Cratons. Contains both the Amstrad CPC and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, 2.5D 17.7%, Shooter 12.3%, Top-Down 6.3%
- #41 Spherical Worlds: Evolution
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Infobyte
Windows · Linux
A distant human colony faces an enigmatic alien threat. As commander of a spherical battle droid, infiltrate alien spacecraft to neutralize the menace from within. Face AI-enhanced droids, upgrade your arsenal, and engage in high-speed action, mini-games and test your strategic skills and reflexes.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Shooter 13%, Futuristic 8.5%, Space 8.5%
- #42 Technikiller
72% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Top-Down Shooter 26.3%, Shooter 13.3%, Top-Down 7.7%, Action 6.8%
- #43 The Mad House Season One
71% 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: Top-Down Shooter 28.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Shooter 17.9%, Action 11.8%, Top-Down 6.9%
- #44 Synthwave Ascension
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Not LolpanPub: Not Great Games
Windows
Survive and fight off killer robots as you grow stronger by investing skill points and buying upgrades. Synthwave Ascension is a top-down shooter with roguelite elements and synthwave themes.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.8%, Roguelite 21.5%, Shooter 19.6%, Action 13.7%, Top-Down 7.3%
- #45 Kilemol
72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Fialho's
Windows
Kilemol is a top-down shooter where you'll have to destroy all spawn capsules and enemies using different weapons in a dynamic gameplay.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Shooter 17.3%, Action 13.3%, Top-Down 11.8%, Futuristic 10.2%
- #46 JUST DEFENSE
71% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: BlueFogs
Windows
"Just Defense" is a simple Topdown view defense game.Upgrade your weapons, build turrets and kill enemies.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 35.6%, Shooter 22%, Action 15.9%, Top-Down 11.5%, Sci-fi 8.8%
- #47 Blasteria
68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Supermutt Games, LLC
Windows
A 2.5D Abstract Sci-Fi top-down shooter about decimating germs on a petri dish. Fill the screen with lasers to decimate hundreds of duplicating germs. Upgrade your cannon, manipulate the germ's characteristics, uncover the mystery of this bacteria, and fight the ultimate supergerm.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, 2.5D 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Shooter 10.7%, Roguelite 10.4%
- #48 Magnetron Rebellion: Fully Loaded
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Sabre Rael
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are a single ship outnumbered and outgunned by the enemy fleet. The one advantage you have is a powerful magnet that is capable of capturing the enemy bullets and firing them back at the enemy!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 37.5%, Shooter 19.2%, Top-Down 10.3%, Action 9.2%, Space 7.3%
- #49 Crush The Rebellion!
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: GameBeast Productions
Windows · Linux
The galactic empire is under siege from the rebel scum in all directions! Fight through endless waves of rebel ships using all of the weapons and resources at your disposal as you execute your sole orders: to Crush The Rebellion!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shooter 14.7%, Futuristic 8.3%, Stylized 7%
- #50 RedRaptor
69% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: Novax GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off for a retro arcade experience in RedRaptor, a vertical shoot’em up inspired by genre classics of the ’90s!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Top-Down Shooter 30%, Shooter 13.9%, Action 7.2%, Top-Down 5.7%
- #51 Junebug vs. Evil
70% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Eldritch Heart Studio
Windows
Battle your way through waves of evil undead using anything you can find, from assault rifles to homemade firebombs. The terrors that lurk in these Appalachian woods grow stronger each wave, but so do you!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Roguelite 15.8%, Shooter 13.4%, Cartoony 9.8%
- #52 GUNPIG: Firepower For Hire
70% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Top-Down Shooter 23.2%, Shooter 12.5%, Cartoony 8.3%, Space 6.6%
- #53 Asteroids and Aliens
69% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: JBJon
Windows
Asteroids and Aliens, Arcade Shooter pays tribute to the Arcade Classic Asteroids. Destroy the Asteroids, save the humans, kill Aliens with Lasers, Missiles, Smart Bombs, or Nukes. You have unlimited Missiles/Bullets but limited Laser firepower and Shields, they can be recharged collecting powerups.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Shooter 14.1%, Cartoony 8.6%, Top-Down 7.5%
- #54 TROID BLASTER 2
67% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: KINGSGUARD GAMES
Windows
TROID BLASTER 2 is a physics based asteroids tribute game, featuring: * Random Levels * Gachapon random generated pilots and ships * 30 weapon types to unlock * Physics based! * Hundreds of bite sized levels to play * A graveyard to bury and remember your fallen pilots
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Shooter 16.4%, Action 11%, Futuristic 6.5%
- #55 Solitarius
68% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Daniel Brendel
Windows
Solitarius is a 2D top-down wave shooter set in a sci-fi space environment. It is a free minigame that contains six different levels, eight different enemies and nine different weapons. Instead of surviving as long as possible you have to make it through each level.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Space 14.5%, Action 9.6%, Sci-fi 5.8%
- #56 SUPERVERSE
66% matchMixed66% of 41 reviews2025
Dev: Superverse Industries
Windows
SUPERVERSE is a fast-paced, action-packed space shooter that launches you into an ancient network of interconnected universes. Your mission: travel back through space-time and prevent the extinction of humanity.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, 2.5D 16.7%, Shooter 11.8%, Artificial Intelligence 11%
- #57 Lost To Riches
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Null Exception Studios
Windows · Mac
Fight your way through an army of demons in order to escape Hell's Casino! Utilize a variety of powerful items, weapons and holier than thou upgrades, all the while uncovering a massive conspiracy in this Action Rogue-Lite experience!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, 2.5D 16.9%, Roguelite 15.4%, Shooter 11.8%
- #58 Comet Clash
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: bitshift.studio
Windows
Take control of humanity’s last resort in defending the planet from the many dangers outer space has to offer. Shoot or deflect incoming projectiles, harvest them from the moon and spend the loot on upgrades.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Shooter 15.2%, Futuristic 9.6%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #59 Ultra Mission™
68% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Gumbo MachinePub: Gumbo Machine, LLC
Windows · Linux
Embark on a dangerous investigation in Ultra Mission™, the latest game by Gumbo Machine™. As an agent of the Stellar Exchange Commission, you must traverse the 20 dizzying levels within Otto Labs, each littered with powerful automatons and questionable experiments. This is going to be a blast!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Shooter 14%, Top-Down 8%, Futuristic 7.8%
- #60 Chicken Invaders Universe
64% matchVery Positive91% of 3,761 reviews2022
Dev: InterAction studios
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
A deliciously addictive core of finger-blistering shooting action, surrounded by delectable morsels of galactic exploration, spacecraft customization, and community competitions.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Shooter 13.7%, Space 9.2%, Cartoony 8.5%