
Drive a spaceship where each player has an unique role. Play Solo or Coop with friends, up to 4. A perfect mix of space shoot em up and sci-fi action platformer. Fight in space or ground.
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Drive a spaceship where each player has an unique role. Play Solo or Coop with friends, up to 4. A perfect mix of space shoot em up and sci-fi action platformer. Fight in space or ground.

Farlight Commanders: Prologue
Farlight Commanders: Prologue is the first mission of an upcoming cooperative sci-fi shoot'em up. Play with friends up to 4. Drive a spaceship where each player has an unique role.

Protect the Earth
You are the best pilot in the space force and the earth needs you to protect itself from an alien attack. Protect the earth and then go to the invader's planet to finish them off once and for all.
Farlight Commanders: Prologue is the first mission of an upcoming cooperative sci-fi shoot'em up. Play with friends up to 4. Drive a spaceship where each player has an unique role.
Why similar: Space Sim 14.9%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Space 9.9%, Dungeon Crawler 9.7%, Co-op 8.3%
You are the best pilot in the space force and the earth needs you to protect itself from an alien attack. Protect the earth and then go to the invader's planet to finish them off once and for all.
Why similar: Space Sim 24%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Space 12.5%, PvE 9.9%
Void Crew is a Chaotic, Co-op Roguelite game for 1 to 6 players: Outfit your spaceship and crew for thrilling quests, brave fierce enemies in Space Battles... and try not to panic!
Why similar: Space Sim 27.9%, Co-op 15.4%, Space 12.3%, PvE 9.5%, Futuristic 7.5%
Defend Terra against the onslaught of hostile invaders in this 2D top-down space shooter. Upgrade and empower your ship's different systems to stand a chance against the growing threat. If you fall, Terra falls, and the rest of the galaxy will soon follow.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Space Sim 17.3%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Space 13.7%, 2D Platformer 9.3%
Sagittarius is a classic side scrolling space shoot'em up in a modern take. In this epic space game it's up to you to save our solar system from destruction. Fly alone or with a friend in a local multiplayer co-op game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Side Scroller 20.4%, Space 16.8%, Co-op 11.1%, Sci-fi 8.9%
Battle through 16 action-packed levels, defeat massive alien bosses, unlock powerful ship upgrades, and fight to save humanity in this retro-inspired side-scrolling arcade shooter. Play solo or team up with a friend in local co-op.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Side Scroller 21.7%, Space 14.7%, Co-op 10.7%, Action 6.9%
First instalment in the series of 2D action side-scrollers, taking place in very distant galaxy and not so distant future. Gameplay main hallmarks are fast-paced laser guns shootouts, punch 'n' kick combats, managing obby-like obstacles, using wits in overcoming deadly traps and witty dialogues.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Space 8.9%, Futuristic 8.6%, Sci-fi 7.7%
Solo Defender is a fast-paced vertical space shooter where you battle waves of enemies, unlock upgrades with Gems, and face epic bosses—including a drone-spawning Mothership. One life, multiple planets, and a secret level await. No ads—just pure arcade action.
Why similar: Space Sim 28.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Space 12.9%, Futuristic 8.6%, Sci-fi 6.9%
An unknown force from a parallel reality trapped Earth’s energy in three runes. The best resistance fighters have been sent on a critical mission to destroy the runes and seal the dimensional rift.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, 2D Platformer 15.2%, Futuristic 7.2%, Action 6.6%
Master a modular arsenal and survive a biomechanical nightmare in this intense cinematic shmup. Face grotesque aberrations, unlock achievements, and conquer the hardcore mode. The first level of an expanding saga!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Side Scroller 24.2%, 2D Platformer 13.7%, Space 11.3%, Sci-fi 6.6%
This is a small arcade game in which you are a skilled pilot and you have to complete all levels. Use your arrows to move around, and avoid collisions. Shoot the destroyable meteorites for extra points! Every level has its own high score, try to beat it!
Why similar: Space Sim 28.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Futuristic 8.4%, Space 6.8%
An endless sci-fi asteroid shooter where each level gets harder. Battle enemies, collect upgrades, and survive infinite waves of intense space combat!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Space Sim 30.5%, PvE 14.1%, Space 8.7%, Sci-fi 5%
Massive ground and space battles with hundreds of units. Seamless landings on huge spherical planets. Interplanetary flights with explorable ship interiors. Boarding vessels anywhere in combat, space or surface. All in a single-server PvE co-op space-sim shooter.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.2%, Space 15.9%, Co-op 14.9%, Futuristic 10.1%, Sci-fi 8.5%
Speyarranoth is a classic sci-fi space asteroid shooter in 3D. You control the game using WASD and shoot with the space key. It's wonderful to just blast full speed through the asteroid fields lasers ablaze and enjoy the explosive light show.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Side Scroller 25.3%, Space 17.9%, Sci-fi 10%, Arcade 5.5%
A chaotic bullet-hell ARPG from competitive gamers who hate easy modes. Bosses roast you, enemies swarm you, and only skill gets you through. Build insane ships, break the rules, and climb global leaderboards solo or with 4-player co-op.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Space 13.4%, Co-op 11.2%, Futuristic 9.9%
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 29.9%, Side Scroller 17%, Space 13.8%, Co-op Campaign 11.2% ★, Sci-fi 9.5%
Live the life of an aspiring arms dealer in a Cyberpunk city. Complete thrilling bullet-hell combat simulations with your trusty battle mech, while managing your high-stakes business. Drink coffee, buy weapons, collect stickers, and overcome difficult battle modifiers.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Side Scroller 22.4%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Space 10.9%, PvE 10.8%
All Times Classic Defender Game Revisited in 3D Version
Why similar: Space Sim 33.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Space 17.9%, Sci-fi 7.4%, Action 6.3%
Starxia is an old-fashioned side-scrolling space shooter. Step into the role of a Pilot and use your ship to eliminate hordes of fierce enemies. A compelling story and many interesting characters await you in this adventure. Take over the controls and fly into the vacuum of space. Let the hunt begin
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Side Scroller 31.1%, Space 10.8%, Futuristic 6.9%, Sci-fi 6.7%
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 38.3%, Side Scroller 28.9%, Space 14.3%, Arcade 6.4%, Sci-fi 6.2%
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 27.2%, Side Scroller 24.1%, Space 15.6%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Co-op 6.8%
A co-op sci-fi featuring scrap, piracy, and your talkative line manager Clara.
Why similar: Space Sim 25.5%, Space 24.7%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Multiplayer 7.6%, Futuristic 7.2%
Firehunt is a prologue for the main story One Way Road. Take part in space battles as you travel across the galaxy and fight to save humanity. This cinematic narrative driven action-focused space shooter, will take you on a journey into the near future, and put the destiny of mankind in your hands.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Side Scroller 22.6%, Space 14.3%, Futuristic 11%, Sci-fi 7.1%
In this action-packed co-op adventure, 2-4 players must unite to crew a spaceship through a web of interconnected story missions. Choose your role—Captain, Pilot, Gunner, or Engineer—and make decisions that shape not only your journey, but the future of a galaxy on the brink of war.
Why similar: Space Sim 22%, Co-op Campaign 17.8% ★, Space 14.9%, Co-op 14%, Online Co-Op 9.5%
Get ready for adventures, gather allies, and uncover the secrets of Forest Fury! Your forest is waiting for you to cleanse it of dark forces and restore its former beauty.
Why similar: Side Scroller 35.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.2%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, 2D 4.6%, Action 2.9%
Turn the incoming swarm of deadly bullets into your own weapon of chaos in this precision STG bullet hell. Grab and toss enemies, dodge and deflect torrents of bullets, and reshape the battlefield with explosive chain reactions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Side Scroller 27.4%, PvE 13.4%, Space 9.6%, Sci-fi 5.2%
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 29.9%, Side Scroller 27.5%, Space 12.4%, Futuristic 7%, Sci-fi 6.9%
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 26.7%, Side Scroller 22%, Space 15.2%, Futuristic 9.7%, Sci-fi 6.1%
Explore a scientifically grounded version of our solar system in this 2D space adventure. Mine asteroids, fight hostile ships, navigate the cold silence between worlds, and choose your place among rival factions.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Space 12.4%, Futuristic 8.7%, Simulation 6.6%
We present you a fun simulation game in which you pilot an aircraft and have the mission to destroy parts of a large asteroid that has broken into millions of pieces and is heading towards Earth.
Why similar: Space Sim 36.6%, Space 14.5%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Simulation 11.4%, PvE 7.7%
Advanced First Person Space Flight Combat Simulation.
Why similar: Space Sim 32.1%, Space 14.7%, Futuristic 11.6%, Co-op 8.5%, Sci-fi 8.1%
Enter the cockpit of your spaceship and prevent the destruction of our homeland! You and your friends have to dodge various attacks and fight many enemies. But your Twitch chat can support you in your defense and your subscribers can even accompany you as wingmen!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Space 17.9%, Co-op Campaign 17.6% ★, Online Co-Op 10.1%, PvE 9.2%
Galaxy Dreamer is an 2D old-school vertical space shooter that will remind you of your childhood.Сontrol a spaceship and shoot your opponents alone or with a friend! You can choose from a dozen spaceships and weapons to destroy a variety of enemies and BOSSES!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Space 22.3%, Co-op 11%, Action 8.2%, Arcade 7.5%
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 23.6%, Side Scroller 21%, 2D Platformer 15.1%, Futuristic 11.8%, Sci-fi 9.3%
A chaotic cooperative spaceship simulator where you journey through the unknowns of the expanse to find a home. The ship is crowded and space is limited, so you may be difficult to complete your tasks. Careful to not fly straight into a blackhole or steal from the wrong trade station.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.4%, Space 13.4%, Futuristic 10.5%, Sci-fi 7.3%, Co-op Campaign 7.1% ★
A Zeppelin that shoots arrows where you can acquire improved skins and powers for your adventure
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Side Scroller 21.9%, PvE 14.3%, Sci-fi 7.9%, Multiplayer 5.6%
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 28.3%, Side Scroller 26.8%, Space 21%, Sci-fi 8.1%, Futuristic 6.6%
Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!
Why similar: Side Scroller 35.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Space 14.2%, Arcade 6.7%, 2D 5%
After being kicked out of his own solar system, Astro teams up with Luna and together they take revenge on the elitist planets that betrayed him. Use Luna to fight back in this gravity-based SHMUP and show those planets what it means to be “too small”!
Why similar: Space Sim 33.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Space 18.3%, Arcade 5.9%, Action 4.2%
Classic Arcade Style Side Scrolling Shoot'Em Up. Dodge the enemy bullets as you fight your way through 13 levels of increasingly intense action. Play in various levels of difficulty and challenge the high score tables. Co-op up to 4 players, one survives the level, then you all start the next level.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.5%, Co-op 19.4%, Space 17%, Side Scroller 7.1%, Arcade 7%
Nebula Live is a 2D side-scrolling space shooter set in a galactic TV show where the audience controls the chaos. Fight through 13 levels as viewers vote for unpredictable events, send power-up drops, and influence your chances of survival before unlocking Endless Mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Side Scroller 21%, Space 20.1%, Futuristic 9.1%, Sci-fi 5.7%
In "Space Mechanics: Repair | Hiring | Craft" you are the owner of a space repair station in which you have to work. Repair spaceships, get money for it, hire them and create items for sale or for your own purposes.
Why similar: Space Sim 39.6%, Space 19.5%, Futuristic 15.2%, Simulation 8.2%, Co-op 7.8%
Bydo Missions in Your Pocket — Beyond Dimensions, the Melody of Two “R”s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Space 15.3%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Futuristic 10.1%
Battle your way through risky woods and murky caves. Stomping Skeletons....traps to trick you....face-gripping flying fiends!
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, 2D Platformer 20.6%, Arcade 5.4%, Action 4.6%
A must for any fan, Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is an action/flight simulator featuring filmed footage of the original Star Trek actors. Take your place among the best and brightest at Starfleet Academy!
Why similar: Space Sim 31.9%, Space 16.8%, Co-op 11.7%, Sci-fi 9.3%, Futuristic 8.2%
In the distant year of 2359, previously unknown alien forces have attacked Earth and its colonies. You are an agent on a special mission sent by the global senate to repel the attack and stop the alien forces.
Why similar: Space Sim 32.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Space 10.3%, Action 6.4%, Arcade 6.1%
A fast-paced VR arcade shooter, where you fire guns, shoot energy bows, and toss explosive spears to defend your base from an alien infestation. The bugs shoot back, so don't forget to duck!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Co-op 17.7%, Space 10.9%, Sci-fi 10%, Futuristic 9%
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 32.9%, Side Scroller 25.2%, Space 17.2%, Sci-fi 8%, Arcade 5.5%
Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Side Scroller 20.9%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Futuristic 10.7%, Arcade 6.4%
Captain Galactic is a colorful retro sci-fi platformer where you ride a hoverboard through strange alien worlds, collect crystals, unlock abilities and items, dodge deadly traps, and blast enemies with your phaser.
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.3%, 2D Platformer 20.3%, Space 13.9%, Futuristic 9.5%, Sci-fi 7.6%
Cross the universe, shoot aliens, upgrade your weapons and face powerful bosses with AB in this retro inspired lateral shoot 'em up to save the world. Adventure into Campaign Mode or face the never-ending waves of Endless Mode with suitable challenges for all skill levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Space 13.5%, Futuristic 8.9%, PvE 7.6%
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.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Side Scroller 25.6%, Futuristic 13.9%, Space 10.4%, Sci-fi 9.1%
Welcome to our sci-fi space adventure, where players take on the roles of a crew aboard a spaceship as they work together to survive in the vast and dangerous universe.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.5%, Co-op Campaign 20.8% ★, Space 19%, PvE 11.6%, Sci-fi 9.6%
Master full fast-paced tactical space combat with dynamic missions, coordinated enemy squadrons, and deep ship upgrades. Fight through hostile space in with battlefield hazards, adaptive enemy tactics, alone or in co-op or bots with up to 4 players.
Why similar: Space Sim 22.4%, Space 16.1%, Co-op Campaign 14.8% ★, Online Co-Op 9.7%, Co-op 8.2%
Comet Busters is a game similar to asteroids with it's own flare and uniqueness. You pilot the Destiny, an ancient warship converted to a mining vessel. It has advanced weaponry such as bombs, missiles, laser bullets, and spread fire bullets. You will face enemies and unique bosses.
Why similar: Space Sim 32.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, 2D Platformer 13.3%, Futuristic 8.2%, Action 6.9%
A casual space simulation game where you perform orbital manoeuvres on satellites to change their orbit and complete missions.
Why similar: Space Sim 40.7%, Space 20.9%, Simulation 14.2%, Futuristic 9.7%, Sci-fi 8.5%
In the midst of a seemingly hopeless war among the stars, take control of highly customizable spacefighters to experience classic space combat action throughout a story-driven campaign.
Why similar: Space Sim 47.9%, Space 26.2%, Sci-fi 12.5%, Simulation 7.1%, Action 4.9%
A neutral family fights for its business - and its survival - and is swept up in the struggle against the encroaching Empire. You must defy the strong-arm tactics of a rival family who will stop at nothing to destroy your trading company.
Why similar: Space Sim 47.5%, Space 28.2%, Action 8.1%, Multiplayer 7.6%, Sci-fi 4.5%
Find your way through alien planets made of fully destructible, procedurally generated terrain. Shoot, fly, collect weapons, level up, and defeat planetary bosses. Improve between runs and discover new planets as you progress. Play alone or with friends, from your couch or online!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Co-op 15.3%, Space 14.8%, Sci-fi 6.6%