- #1 1982
96% matchVery Positive93% of 807 reviews2017
Dev: Binary Zoo
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 36%
1982 is a FREE retro inspired blasta-thon that will test your gaming skills to the max.
Why similar: 1980s 19.7%, Retro 16.2%, Shooter 15.2%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%
- #2 Music Summoner
97% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: To-yama
Windows
Music-themed bullet-hell shooting for beginners to advanced users
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.9%, Shooter 19.5%, Action 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, 1990's 8.8%
- #3 Cube
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: ycyclop
Windows
Cube is an intriguing fast paced 2D shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.2%, Shooter 22%, Action 19.4%, Casual 18.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
- #4 SpaceExile
95% matchMostly Positive77% of 26 reviews2018
Dev: GoodJob
Windows
This is a Twin Stick Shooter style game that requires the utmost survival against the relentless enemy. You can earn points by playing the game and use the points you earn to purchase six main weapons, six special weapons, and six types of upgrades. Leverage a wide range of unique weapons and upgrades to score even higher!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.3%, Action 21.5%, Shooter 21.3%, Casual 21.2%, Indie 4.7%
- #5 ImageStriker
94% matchVery Positive93% of 95 reviews2019
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Image Striker is a 2D vertical scroll shooting game.
Why similar: Shooter 18.1%, Score Attack 13.4%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Retro 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
- #6 Meteor Swarm Old School
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: CannizzaroSoftware
Windows
Shoot meteors with a variable fire main, and various different power-ups. Survive and set a new hi-score today!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.7%, Shooter 20.3%, Casual 18%, 1990's 11.8%, Retro 7.7%
- #7 COSPECO: Greedy Bullets
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SoboQ
Windows
Dodge enemy fire, shoot back, and keep getting stronger in this easygoing action shooter! Switch between 9 different costumes to completely change your playstyle and turn the tide when the battle gets tough!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.7%, Shooter 23.8%, Action 16%, Casual 14.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%
- #8 G-Scramble
92% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: SB_Games_Public
Windows
Vertical Scrolling 2D Shooting Game Created by Shooting Game Builder
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.6%, Shooter 24.4%, Action 16.6%, 1990's 14.6%, Indie 1.7%
- #9 Chaos Moon : 1CC Edition
91% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: SNOWBALL EFFECT GAMES
Windows
A classic style SHMUP in the tradition of 80's and 90's vertical scrolling shooters. Maximize your run and get to the top of the High-score Leaderboard. Can you achieve the rank of Fleet Admiral? It's a challenge. Visit our website for a free playable browser demo of the game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.3%, Shooter 18.7%, Action 15.1%, 1980s 14.7%, 1990's 10.2%
- #10 Grave Space
91% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Mojo Trio Games
Windows
Pilot through 10 progressive levels in this SNES/SEGA style 90's retro side scroller/bullet hell.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.4%, Shooter 21%, Action 14%, Casual 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #11 space spider
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: P12 Genesis
Windows
In the boundless universe, wage an inspiring battle with alien civilizations to defend your last home. Face stronger enemies and get stronger supplies and incentives.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.7%, 1980s 24.8%, Shooter 23%, Casual 19.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #12 The Legend of the Lawns
89% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: NullptrError
Windows · Linux
In this fast paced bullet hell, mow lawns, kill weeds, and avoid shrub demons in order to earn money and buy weedkiller, ice cream, and upgrades. Become a lawn mowing legend so that you can eventually afford and buy the newest Swapdeck game console!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40%, Action 24.3%, Casual 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 13.5%, Indie 3.7%
- #13 Many Faces
89% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: WANZUNGDEV
Windows · Linux
Many Faces is a classic, retro arcade shooter from the 90s. Blast your way through randomly generated levels to confront the Many Face King!
Why similar: Casual 27.4%, Action 26.6%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Shooter 10.8%, Retro 7.7%
- #14 Zaxtron EXPLUS
87% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: RUOKPub: MBC Entertainment
Windows
ZAXTRON EXPLUS is a fast-paced 1980s-style SHMUP/STG with bright graphics, challenging bosses and loads of secrets to find!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.6%, 1980s 24.4%, Shooter 23.2%, Action 20.6%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #15 Triteckka: The pure shooter
88% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: 1MP
Windows
The First Bullet Storm 3D Shooting Game Under Single Development. Dodging and shoot'em up game for everyone! Easy control but hard to clear the game! Experience the game that you have not played before! This will be a totally unique gameplay. This game is still under development. Please take this into consideration when purchasing.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.5%, Casual 25.2%, Action 24.5%, Shooter 18%, Indie 5.9%
- #16 Eggrolls Shoot
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: CT13 STUDIO
Windows
Eggrolls Shoot is a retro inspired arcade shoot ‘em up game. Our game is all about the adventure of saving the animal world.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.5%, Shooter 19.6%, Casual 19.5%, Action 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #17 OnBugged
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GlitchyDust
Windows
Bullet hell about destroying computers. Be the ultimate bug you ever wanted to be. Swarm those capacitors and break the boards! [THIS GAME IS STILL IN DEVELOPMENT]
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.9%, Shooter 14.9%, Retro 12.1%, 1990's 11.5%, Score Attack 10.1%
- #18 Terra Flame
85% matchPositive97% of 30 reviews2022
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Terra Flame is a horizontal shmup inspired by the 90's. The feature is that you can switch between three types of weapons in real time.
Why similar: Shooter 18.6%, Score Attack 13.6%, Bullet Hell 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Retro 10.2%
- #19 EGGCONSOLE ZANAC EX MSX2
84% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: D4Enterprise Co.,Ltd.
Windows
The Zanac battle, which was supposed to have ended, was not over. To suppress the reactivated organic intelligence, Zanac takes flight once again!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.2%, Shooter 19.9%, Action 17.5%, 1980s 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #20 Killon
84% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Luois Games
Windows
Killon is a retro shooter that features exhilarating combat, manic enemies and a charged cannon waiting to be unleashed. Fly a starship across the universe and restore the future today.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shooter 13.8%, 1980s 13.4%, Retro 10.6%, 1990's 9.2%
- #21 ORION SHOOTER - オリオンシューター
83% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: BOM LLC
Windows
Orion Shooter is an easy-to-play side-scrolling shooter game created with the desire to "liven up our hometown, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture!" We hope you enjoy the local feel that permeates the game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.6%, Shooter 23.2%, Action 17.8%, Score Attack 15%, Indie 3.2%
- #22 AstroRage2049
81% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: CJPub: Outofthematrix
Windows
A short space shooter game that you can finish in your break time with beginner-friendly gameplay and some special features.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.3%, Shooter 18.4%, Action 15.6%, 1980s 14%, 1990's 9.6%
- #23 SuperSubmarine
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CreOneGames
Windows · Linux
How long can you survive? A simple game where you keep dodging and keep fighting back. Aim for a high score!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.6%, Shooter 24.9%, Casual 17.5%, Action 14.5%, 1990's 11.5%
- #24 |][-@I7 in vitro #デッド・インヴィトロ
81% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: きゅぷら研究室
Windows
"|][-@I7 in vitro #Dead in vitro" is a vertical scrolling bullet hell shooter developed by Cupro Laboratory. Control "Ferrum" a boy who was newly born as a zombie in a certain laboratory, and confront powerful enemies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.1%, Shooter 21.6%, Casual 19.4%, Score Attack 13.1%, Action 9.3%
- #25 Target Hunt
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Aimond Games
Windows
Hit stationary, moving, shrinking, and armored targets across 10 stages with multiple difficulties. Sharpen your aim — then take it into 1v1 PvP, defense waves, and beyond.
Why similar: Action 24.9%, Casual 23.2%, Shooter 22.9%, Score Attack 13.7%, PvP 13.5%
- #26 Magus Over Fool
80% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: HYPER GATE
Windows
Fly to the sky from the bottom of the world! Become 'The Fool' in the world of tarot cards, and to regain the strength that 'The Magus' and the world have reversed.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 45.1%, Casual 24.9%, Action 24.2%, Indie 5.8%
- #27 2025 -TOBI-
78% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: KIBODO
Windows
The second in Kibodo's classic game series. It is a vertical scrolling shooting game! Controls are left and right movement only. The game is over when the fighter runs out of bullets. Get items to replenish bullets and destroy the enemies in front of you! Aim for a high score!
Why similar: Shooter 25.9%, Action 22.5%, Score Attack 18.7%, 1980s 18%, Retro 8.7%
- #28 DEVIL BLADE REBOOT
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 847 reviews2024
Dev: SHIGATAKE GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%
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: Bullet Hell 19.1%, Shooter 15.8%, 1980s 14.2%, Score Attack 12.6%, 1990's 11.4%
- #29 Retro Wave Thunder
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chicken Waffle
Windows · Linux
Take control of a hyper radical super-powered gunboat, and battle enemy drones through intense naval warfare! With stunning retro graphics, and chaotic enemy AI, this game will keep you on the edge of your seat! Prepare for waves of enemies, and unleash your thunder!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.7%, 1980s 17.3%, Shooter 16.7%, 1990's 11.9%, Action 11.1%
- #30 AlchePot
77% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Cardryn
Windows
A fantastic but difficult Bullet Hell. Shoot enemies all around. Experience the unique 'Bullet Absorb' system by stop firing, change threaten to your energy. Get ability upgrade through 8 levels with well-designed atmosphere.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.1%, Shooter 23.7%, Action 22.3%, Casual 20.9%, Singleplayer 1%
- #31 Splicer
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PolarBytes-Studio
Windows · Linux
Blast enemies, get ship upgrades and defeat bosses in this arcade inspired space bullet hell
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.5%, 1980s 23.1%, Shooter 20%, Action 13%, 1990's 9%
- #32 Magic Farm
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Casperdew
Windows
Magic Farm is a simple and short bullet hell
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.5%, Shooter 23.3%, Action 21.9%, Casual 20.5%, Indie 1.7%
- #33 Void Gore
76% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Void Gore casts you as an ace pilot descending through the levels of hell and getting rich in the process.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.2%, Shooter 17.8%, Score Attack 17.8%, Action 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%
- #34 The Tower Of TigerQiuQiu
77% matchMixed65% of 23 reviews2020
Dev: TigerQiuQiu
Windows
About: The Tower of TigerQiuQiu is a nes-like game collection include:Super Tigerio、Bomber Tiger、Ninja Tiger:QiuQiu、Tiger Tank G、Tiger 1952 etc
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.5%, 1980s 19.4%, Action 15.4%, Casual 15.1%, Shooter 14.6%
- #35 XELAN FORCE
74% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2024
Dev: PIXEL CO., LTD
Windows
8BIT style vertical scrolling shooting game Zelan Force.We aimed to create a game that you can enjoy over and over again, such as the feeling of play that changes between offensive and defensive types, and the ability to search for hidden items.
Why similar: 1980s 25.3%, Shooter 24.7%, Pixel Graphics 17.3%, Retro 16.7%, Action 13.6%
- #36 Mesh Storm
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Fat Boomer Games
Windows · Linux
Retromodern hi-speed shmup
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.6%, Shooter 25.7%, Action 25.1%, Retro 12.3%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #37 Tiger Fighter 1931 Tora!Tora!
75% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2019
Dev: TigerQiuQiu
Windows
This is a shoot em up game , In this game the player combats a large number of enemies by shooting at them, the game is set in the Chinese People’s War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression,off the air of the North Eastern Province.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21%, 1980s 18.9%, Casual 16.2%, Action 15.8%, Shooter 14.3%
- #38 Super Arcade Boy in Defender of Planet Earth
74% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2017
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
A retro-style classic side-scrolling shoot ’em up. Fly Super Arcade Boy through 8 levels, blast enemy waves, grab power-ups, and take down bosses.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.3%, Shooter 16.9%, 1980s 16.5%, Retro 13.5%, 1990's 12.1%
- #39 Lober Lobe
72% match2 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: James H. Van der MeulenPub: Trash Vomit Studios
Windows
Shoot psychic orbs, collect useful thoughts, upgrade your Probe with speed, maneuverability, satellites, resistance and suppress negative thoughts in this Brain centric, procedurally generated bullet hell shoot 'em up.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.8%, Shooter 15.8%, 1980s 15.2%, Score Attack 10.7%, Retro 7.9%
- #40 Falling Plus
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: yyrGames
Windows
Help Peppy the Penguin clean up the mess by quickly matching colors, but look out for Wally the Walrus! Falling Plus is a 1980s-esque arcade-style puzzle game, featuring sharp, colorful graphics and audio created on a Commodore 64!
Why similar: Action 27.1%, Casual 27.1%, Score Attack 15.1%, Retro 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%
- #41 4 SCREENS, 1 SHOT
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: mayoaji
Windows
Move together. Dodge together. Guide your ships through different bullet patterns at once in a single-player bullet hell shooter with automatic fire and shared bombs. Defeat every boss, face stronger survivors, and take on 360 stages.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.1%, Shooter 28.1%, Casual 22.4%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #42 Retro Mix 8: Arcade Collection
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Maple Ridge Haven
Windows
Remember the little games that filled whole afternoons? Retro Mix 8 brings eight familiar games together in one single-player arcade collection, from tank defense and fish-eat-fish to tile linking and brick breaking. Come back for one more round!
Why similar: Shooter 25%, Casual 17.1%, Action 14.7%, 1990's 12.3%, Score Attack 11.7%
- #43 Skycadia
71% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2020
Dev: Studio Nisse LLC
Windows
Collect bounties on sky pirates in this chill pastel dogfight sim.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.3%, 1990's 13%, Shooter 12.3%, Score Attack 11.8%, Retro 9.9%
- #44 RETROLD
71% matchPositive85% of 26 reviews2021
Dev: Bernardo Barreiros Fialho
Windows
In RETROLD you can play many games inspired by old arcades from 70`s, 80`s and even 90`s. (NEW GRAPHICS, NEW SONGS, NEW MECHANICS, OLD GAMES) :D
Why similar: 1980s 22.6%, 1990's 16.5%, Retro 12.4%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, PvP 10.8%
- #45 Warcat Parade
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Hefka Games
Windows · Linux
Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.5%, Score Attack 15.3%, Shooter 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Action 12%
- #46 Space Force
71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Devin PierrePub: Devin Pierre, D.S.T. Games Studio
Windows
Space Force is a single - player, local, arcade, shooter game. With over 1000 waves to survive, leader boards to prove yourself to be the best, unique arsenal to tear through your enemies. The Space Force is a game that was inspired by "Metal Slug," "Galaga," and "Hawking Raptor Call of the Shadow."
Why similar: Casual 38.6%, Action 37.5%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Shooter 9.7%
- #47 I.F.O
70% matchPositive97% of 38 reviews2017
Dev: Total BatteryPub: Turtle Cream
Windows · Mac
I.F.O is an old school LCD-style shoot'em up game. You have to shoot UFOs using a classic aircraft and save the animals which kidnapped by the aliens. Let's save the Earth from the aliens! You are the last hero of the world.
Why similar: 1980s 21.4%, Shooter 20.5%, Casual 17.5%, Action 15.1%, Retro 10.6%
- #48 RagingBlasters
68% matchVery Positive99% of 126 reviews2021
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.
Why similar: Shooter 19.3%, Score Attack 13.4%, 1980s 10.9%, Retro 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%
- #49 Galactic Retribution Vol.1
67% matchNo user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Lilly Studios
Windows
The Aliens are back for revenge. You're the only one standing between them and total annihilation. Blast through waves of enemies, dodge bullets (and cosmic insults), and defend the solar system in this retro-inspired arcade shooter — one ship, one chance, no negotiating.
Why similar: 1980s 30.4%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Retro 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Action 11%
- #50 Gensou Bullet Battle
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: SOMARIYA
Windows
This is a top-down shooter designed primarily for multiplayer. Players control a variety of unique characters and battle across stages filled with intense bullet patterns. (This game is an unofficial fan game based on the Touhou Project.)
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.7%, Shooter 21.5%, Action 18.2%, Casual 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #51 Blurple Food Wars
69% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Patrick Milholland
Windows
Return to classic 80s shooters while fighting off the fast food horde in this retro space shooter.
Why similar: 1980s 23.9%, Shooter 22.9%, Action 20.9%, Casual 19.6%, Retro 10.2%
- #52 CyberBlocker Complete Edition
68% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: KT.SOFTWARE
Windows
It is a block breaker with a gauge type power-up system. The player's ship can always fire a shot, which, combined with the power-up system, makes it an aggressive block breaker. The difficulty level can be adjusted depending on the ship, so it can be enjoyed by both beginners and experts.
Why similar: Shooter 22.8%, 1980s 21.3%, Action 20.7%, 1990's 15.4%, Score Attack 9.5%
- #53 Neo Eater 80's
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Acarbo Games
Windows
Pure arcade survival! Guide an unstoppable Neo snake through 50+ devious stages. Eat, shoot, and chase the hi-score in this synthwave-fueled tribute to the 80's.
Why similar: 1980s 27.1%, Action 23.3%, Casual 19.6%, Retro 17.4%, Score Attack 11.6%
- #54 Shibuya 88 StarBurner
66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Xayba
Windows
Aliens are attacking Tokyo and kidnapping its citizens to transform them into mutants! Pilot the StarBurner to battle enemy waves, rescue helpless humans, and survive relentless alien attacks in this fast-paced arcade shooter.
Why similar: Shooter 24.8%, Score Attack 19.6%, 1980s 16%, Action 14.6%, Retro 13.7%
- #55 PROJECT.98
66% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Phantasos
Windows · Linux
An action-roguelike, with visuals inspired by the 90s and early 2000s OS and UI, survive the hordes of enemies and earn XP and upgrade your character. Let your reflexes be tested, let your luck take the wheel, let the damage be dealt.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26%, 1990's 22.1%, Action 15.6%, Retro 14.7%, Casual 13%
- #56 BABU - Blow All Blocks Up!
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Hoopdy Woopdy Games (UG)
Windows
A sci-fi 80s retro shooter and bullet hell. Use your plasma cannon and bombs to repell an alien invasion. Either defeat the alien robots building and upgrading the blocks and turrets - or blow all of their blocks up! 20 straightforward levels.
Why similar: 1980s 19.5%, Action 17%, Shooter 13.9%, 1990's 12.1%, Casual 11.7%
- #57 Vonbit
67% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Chris Boyfield
Windows
A retro arcade shooter with one-bit graphics
Why similar: 1980s 30.2%, Casual 18%, Retro 17.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Action 15.4%
- #58 Alice and You in the planet of numbers
67% matchPositive100% of 26 reviews2021
Dev: Mindware
Windows
Walk as many numbers as there are written in the direction you are trying to go. This is a whole new puzzle game based on a very simple idea! Can you achieve 100% and get a donut from King Donut?
Why similar: Action 21.2%, Casual 20%, 1980s 15.6%, 1990's 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%
- #59 John Mambo
66% matchPositive83% of 24 reviews2023
Dev: Iction Games
Windows
John Mambo is a frenetic Retro Arcade Game with an isometric top down view. Meet John, a one man army, crazy enough to embark on a dangerous mission in the heart of a jungle all by himself...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.3%, 1980s 18%, Shooter 14.5%, 1990's 13.2%, Retro 11.2%