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  1. #1 Spacey Vade
    97% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Brown Bot
    Windows

    Synth-wave styled physics based 2D puzzle shooter filled with nods to the golden era of classic arcade games. Think upside down Peggle crossed with Space Invaders and enemies crafted from the blended remains 70's, and 80’s gaming.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, 1980s 15.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Physics 13.6%, Old School 11.4%

  2. #2 Metis One
    96% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2018
    Dev: Actuator GamesPub: Actuator Games LLC
    Windows

    Metis One is an action-packed co-op top down shooter in the design style of the arcade classics. Take command of the A6-Gravitus to defend the people of Jupiter Colony, Metis One, against an unrelenting alien onslaught. With Drop-In Co-op, Player Two can join the action at anytime!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Difficult 12.4%, Bullet Hell 9.2%, Arcade 8.3%

  3. #3 REPULSOR
    96% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: TOITAN
    Windows

    REPULSOR is a challenging 360° Retro Arcade Shoot 'em Up featuring a color-switching gameplay mechanic.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 15%, 1980s 13.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Old School 12.6%, Difficult 11.8%

  4. #4 TROID BLASTER 2
    95% 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: Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Arcade 13.4%, 1980s 10.7%, Minimalist 9.7%

  5. #5 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    94% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.6%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Old School 9.3%, Shooter 9.2%

  6. #6 Asteroidia
    94% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Duk Studios
    Windows

    A simple and fun space shooter.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Arcade 9%, Shooter 7.7%

  7. #7 Storm Mined
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hémisphère gauche
    Windows · Linux

    Minestorm reimagined with modern gameplay! Blast through waves of deadly mines, gear up with powerful upgrades between levels, and dive into intense rhythm-based stages set to an original soundtrack !

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, 1980s 12.1%, Arcade 9.8%, Bullet Hell 9.5%

  8. #8 Killon
    91% 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: Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, 1980s 11.8%, Arcade 11.2%, Bullet Hell 10.9%

  9. #9 Insectipede
    92% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: LoadUpGames.com
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Time to bug out and blast back in this arcade shooter packed with waves of insects and UFOs. Fight through 50 challenging stages, grab power-ups, and chase the high score.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, 1980s 13.2%, Arcade 12.5%, Bullet Hell 12%

  10. #10 Asteroids: Recharged
    91% matchMostly Positive76% of 104 reviews2021
    Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    How long can you survive the depths of space in this fresh revival of the classic arcade shooter, all while grooving to an original score by Megan McDuffee. Pilot solo or recruit a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, 1980s 12%, Arcade 11.8%, Old School 11%

  11. #11 Battle AirForce
    89% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, 1980s 9.4%, Arcade 9.3%

  12. #12 Rheum
    90% matchPositive81% of 27 reviews2018
    Dev: SpaceMyFriend
    Windows

    Jump down the esophagus of a body plagued by viruses and big bad bosses in this reverse vertical scrolling shoot'em up! Collect eye crusties, upgrade your pupils, and clear the screen of bullets with your cornea crushing eye blasts!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Difficult 15.8%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Arcade 10.9%

  13. #13 Asteroids
    89% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: Play Asteroids
    Windows

    Another version of the classic Asteroids game

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Arcade 15.9%, Old School 12.7%, Shooter 10.7%

  14. #14 POOSTALL Royale
    86% matchVery Positive85% of 1,113 reviews2023
    Dev: RWS C TeamPub: Running With Scissors
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 22%

    APRIL FOOLS 2023ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ Don't let the title fool you, this isn't a battle royale game. Maybe this isn't even a game at all... well, just download now and figure it out!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Arcade 13.9%, Old School 10.8%, Minimalist 9.8%

  15. #15 Neon Invaders
    87% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Neon Invaders will take you back to your gaming roots with its constant action and relentlessly brutal enemies. Absorb enemy shots of the same colour to trigger a flurry of fire to decimate the alien invaders. Dodge and Match your way to victory through 40 levels and 5 difficulty settings.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, 1980s 13.1%, Arcade 12.1%, Bullet Hell 11.6%

  16. #16 Ultra Mission™
    86% 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 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, 1980s 15.9%, Arcade 11.9%, Old School 11.6%

  17. #17 2nd Shot
    84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Chad BarrettPub: Chaotic Entertainment, LLC
    Windows · Mac

    In the vast depths of space, lies a man with a dark past. Setting himself apart from that old life, and seeking justice against wrongdoing instead of being the cause of it, Captain Righteous uses the Freedom Fighter, his trusty space fighter to search for and combat the evil Captain Buster!

    Why similar: 1980s 18%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Old School 15.3%, Arcade 12.4%, Bullet Hell 12.1%

  18. #18 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
    83% 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 24%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Difficult 15.1%, Arcade 9%

  19. #19 IDF-ASD
    88% matchNo user reviews2022
    Dev: Initial Node
    Windows

    Intense one or two player bullet hell a call back to the arcade shooters of the past.Not an easy bullet hell, but once you beat a mission the next mission stays unlocked and you can replay missions already beat to get points and parts for upgrades.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Difficult 14.8%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Physics 9.5%

  20. #20 HyperShot
    85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Pirate Dog Games
    Windows

    In this Bullet Hell shooter, the more enemies you shoot, the more enemies spawn! Keep moving so you don't get surrounded, and shoot enough enemies to clear each level.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18%, Difficult 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Arcade 11.7%

  21. #21 STARR RINGER
    84% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Sterling McKay
    Windows

    Grab the fate of all life in your hands. Blast your way through the cosmos, destroying monstrous cosmic beasts and the space cultists summoning them, on your path to stopping your mother from unleashing the chaos realm upon the universe, in this sci-fi cosmic horror bullet-hell, STARR RINGER.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Arcade 13%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Sci-fi 11.6%

  22. #22 misaligned
    82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Michal Kelisek
    Windows

    Classic 80s inspired shooter

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Arcade 12.5%, 1980s 11.6%, Minimalist 10%

  23. #23 Red Blaster
    81% match5 user reviews60% of 5 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: Top-Down Shooter 26.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Arcade 11.9%, Old School 10.4%, Shooter 9.3%

  24. #24 Astro Fighters
    79% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Astro Fighters is a tough old school vertical scrolling bullet hell shooter designed to test your skills with non-stop arcade style action. Fight against large bosses at the end of every level and compete for the high score across 4 difficulty modes to be the best fighter pilot in the game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Old School 12.2%, Arcade 12.1%

  25. #25 Eigengrau
    78% matchVery Positive100% of 88 reviews2023
    Dev: Martin Mauersics
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Difficult 13.3%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Arcade 11.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10.9%

  26. #26 THUNDER STRIKER
    79% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2024
    Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    Blast your way through enemy territory and level up your versatile arsenal of high-tech weapons in this handheld game style retro shmup!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, 1980s 17.1%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Bullet Hell 10.3%

  27. #27 Space Waves
    80% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Space Waves is a procedurally generated 2D arcade style shooter with multiple collectable power ups and varying enemy types. This game will casually draw you in and then increase the pace and difficulty as you progress through the never ending levels.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Arcade 13.8%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Old School 12.9%

  28. #28 Radiant Silvergun
    77% matchVery Positive93% of 213 reviews2023
    Dev: Live Wire
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Difficult 14.8%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Arcade 10.8%

  29. #29 Star Jet Alpha
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Valles Games
    Windows · Mac

    Star Jet Alpha is a top-down space shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Progress through each stage by blowing up enemy space stations while avoiding or destroying enemy missiles, space mines and asteroids. Unlock Star Jet capabilities by completing stages.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Arcade 13.6%, 1980s 12.9%, Bullet Hell 12.6%

  30. #30 Royal Odyssey
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Lion Crest Entertainment
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Royal Odyssey is a retro-style arcade space shooter where you pilot Prince Zayven’s ship through a deadly asteroid storm, blasting your way to survival.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, 1980s 15.6%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Old School 9.1%

  31. #31 The Art Of Flight
    75% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2025
    Dev: Et Al GamesPub: Page To Pixel Publishing LLC
    Windows

    Play solo or with your friends in this fast-paced space shooter. Pilot multiple ships at the same time while taking on waves of enemies, finding power-ups, and gaining additional episodes along the way. Who will make it to the top of the leaderboard?

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Difficult 14.2%, Arcade 13.1%, Bullet Hell 12.6%

  32. #32 Rysen
    78% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
    Dev: nkmr appworks
    Windows

    An old arcade style 2d shmup.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Arcade 13.7%, Old School 13.1%, Shooter 11%

  33. #33 Space Maxwell: Arcade
    77% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Dreamland Games
    Windows

    Shoot your enemies and try not to let them multiply themselves and turn the game into a chaotic space battle! Space Maxwell is an arcade shooter where your spaceship has the ability to destroy or to multiply your enemies. Climb the leaderboard and try to survive as long as you can!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Arcade 12.1%, 1980s 10.8%

  34. #34 Gunstorm
    76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Cornutopia Software
    Windows

    Gunstorm is a space shooter loaded with playability. Wave after wave of alien craft attack your agile ship. Use the mouse to control your ship at the speed of thought in a perfectly balanced game that starts easy and gradually gets more difficult.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, 1980s 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Old School 11.4%, Arcade 11.3%

  35. #35 Exovore
    73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Tapzilla
    Windows · Linux

    EXOVORE is a fast-paced twin-stick space horror shoot’em-up inspired by the arcade classic Sinistar. Harvest asteroids, build your arsenal and face an evolving alien terror that hungers for your ship’s core. Retro-style visuals meet modern chaos in this relentless fight for survival among the stars.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 7.8%

  36. #36 Pangaroids
    74% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2022
    Dev: Adam Wozniak
    Windows · Mac

    Destroy the deadly bouncing orbs for the highest score in this Pang meets Asteroids arcade blaster.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, 1980s 11.5%, Bullet Hell 11.2%, Arcade 10.2%

  37. #37 Trigger Time
    75% matchPositive80% of 41 reviews2017
    Dev: Shephf GamesPub: Creative Mobile
    Windows · Linux

    Trigger Time is a story-driven, top-down Shoot 'em up with a fun gravity gun and physics puzzles to solve. Blast your way through 9 levels filled with enemies, hazards and bizarre bosses. Along the way you'll take control of vehicles, pick up weapons, items and boosters.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Physics 15.7%, Arcade 12.7%, Shooter 9.1%

  38. #38 EGGCONSOLE ZANAC EX MSX2
    71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 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: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Arcade 16.8%, 1980s 15.4%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Old School 13.1%

  39. #39 Project AionIX
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AionBlaze Studio
    Windows

    Blast through waves of alien enemies in Project AionIX! Master your piloting skills, dodge, and survive in this fast-paced space shooter!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Old School 12.1%, Sci-fi 9.9%

  40. #40 Orbis Fractura
    72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Viperfish Games
    Windows

    Orbis Fractura is the next evolution in classic arcade action. Smash through dynamic sci-fi arenas with explosive power-ups, relentless enemy formations, and a pulse-pounding electro-metal soundtrack. Designed for old-school arcade fans, it’s a bold 3D reimagining of Breakout-style gameplay.

    Why similar: Old School 22.6%, Arcade 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, Physics 13%, Sci-fi 12.1%

  41. #41 Undercroft Warriors
    71% matchMostly Positive79% of 459 reviews2024
    Dev: Fuzzy
    Windows

    Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Difficult 15%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Arcade 10.3%

  42. #42 Meteoroids 3D
    74% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Titan Deep Space Company
    Windows

    Meteoroids 3D is a simple action game set in space, which wants to pay tribute to a great game of the eighties: Asteroids. Meteoroids 3D does not pretend to be better, or try to emulate the greatness of Asteroids. We just want to bring a funny and addictive game to the players.

    Why similar: 1980s 18.4%, Old School 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Physics 13.8%, Arcade 12%

  43. #43 Return Ace
    73% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: NEROTA
    Windows

    Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, 1980s 15.9%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Arcade 13%, Old School 13%

  44. #44 Opalescence
    72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Nathan SwedlundPub: BioluminaGames
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The colorful top-down shooter/bullet-hell

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23%, Arcade 13.2%, 1980s 12.8%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Minimalist 11.8%

  45. #45 Polyfury
    70% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2023
    Dev: Wayfarer Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    You thought geometry was difficult? Now it's got a gun! Face the fury of the Seven Deadly Shapes and blast your way through a barrage of bullets and lasers in this highly accessible bullet hell.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Difficult 13.6%, Bullet Hell 12%, Arcade 8.9%

  46. #46 Chicken Invaders 1
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 61 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 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Arcade 16.4%, 1980s 11.8%, Old School 10.9%

  47. #47 Chaos Moon : 1CC Edition
    70% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, 1980s 15%, Arcade 15%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Shooter 11.4%

  48. #48 Saint Patrick's Day Break
    70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Smobile
    Windows

    Saint Patrick's Day Break is a retro arcade game with animated characters, powerups and custom music. Collect bonuses and powerups and blast your way thru the 30 levels. Simple controls and retro arcade action. Collect all the powerups to stack powerups.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Arcade 19.5%, Old School 16.6%, Physics 14.1%, Puzzle 12.8%

  49. #49 Gamma Zero
    68% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2025
    Dev: Sinclair Gurny
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The earth is being attacked by creatures from deep space! Time to bring the fight back to them! Battle through multiple stages of heart pounding bullet hell action. Evade the onslaught of bullets, rack up massive multipliers, and get revenge for your planet!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Old School 17.1%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Arcade 11.3%

  50. #50 INSPACE 2980
    71% matchMixed50% of 14 reviews2018
    Dev: R_Games
    Windows · Mac

    INSPACE 2980 is a stylish and dynamic SHMUP from the 16-bit era of games consoles and arcade machines. Take part in an exciting adventure and save the galaxy! Once again!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Old School 15.8%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Difficult 10.1%

  51. #51 Bit Blaster XL
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,141 reviews2016
    Dev: Adamvision Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Difficult 15%, Old School 12.2%, Minimalist 11.7%, Bullet Hell 11.7%

  52. #52 Dead End City
    67% matchPositive93% of 40 reviews2022
    Dev: Pixel Licker LLC
    Windows

    A post-apocalyptic arcade shooter. Collect fuel and dodge enemy fire as you fight back against the evil Scorpio gang. Mixes cars, shmups and themes that would have been right at home in 80's anime and arcades..

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, 1980s 15.9%, Old School 11.4%, Arcade 9.6%

  53. #53 Steel Alcimus
    68% matchPositive86% of 42 reviews2018
    Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    Steel Alcimus is a top-down helicopter shooter. Complete various tasks with your ally aircraft; such as saving the carrier, taking down the buildings, carrying objects, etc.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Old School 12.2%, 1980s 12.1%, Bullet Hell 11.4%

  54. #54 Ayako's Mission
    67% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2023
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    Ayako's Mission is a 2D Top-Down Shoot'em Up game based on the story of the war breaking out between the two territories called, AY Corp and ATO Corp. where you must defend your territory against the invaders.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Old School 14.5%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Arcade 12.4%

  55. #55 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
    67% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: G-MODE
    Windows

    It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Arcade 14.7%, Shooter 11.7%

  56. #56 New Year Break
    73% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: Smobile
    Windows

    New Year Break is retro arcade game with animated characters, powerups and custom music. Collect bonuses and powerups and blast your way thru the 30 Levels into the New Year. Simple controls and retro arcade action. Collect all the powerups to stack powerups.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Arcade 15.3%, Physics 14%, Old School 13.8%, Puzzle 12.8%

  57. #57 Starfighter Neon
    69% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: MadeOfDinosaurs
    Windows · Mac

    You've been dropped into enemy space. Weave your Starfighter between alien spaceships, lasers, asteroids and bombs destroying as many as you can and collecting valuable coins and powerups as you go.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Minimalist 10.5%, Arcade 10.5%

  58. #58 Opollo
    64% matchPositive90% of 30 reviews2025
    Dev: Planetary Gears
    Windows · Linux

    Little Minimalist Arcade High Score Chaser with 200+ Vehicle combinations.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20%, Old School 15.2%, Minimalist 13.5%, Arcade 11.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%

  59. #59 Nephenthesys
    66% 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: Top-Down Shooter 27.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Arcade 13.3%, Old School 10.7%, Shooter 10.3%

  60. #60 Arcade Forever
    65% 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: Top-Down Shooter 24.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Shooter 11%, Sci-fi 9.7%

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