Games Like Flying Tank

Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax is a fast-paced couch co-op action shooter with SHMUP/Brawler gameplay and RPG elements. Choose your mechs, weapons & upgrades then soar through space, defeat evil & save the future... from itself!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.5%, Side Scroller 22.8%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Anime 11.7%, Shooter 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features side-scrolling shmup gameplay with deep weapon customization and robust local co-op support.

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: Side Scroller 36.6%, Local Co-Op 33.7%, Post-apocalyptic 13.1%, Shooter 9.6%, Action 6.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides intense side-scrolling action with a retro aesthetic that feels like a spiritual successor to classic run-and-gun shooters.

Sine Mora EX is a side-scrolling shoot'em up that provides a unique challenge, where time is the ultimate factor. Mixing classic shooter sensibilities with contemporary presentation, Sine Mora EX is a gorgeous shoot'em up offering both a Story Mode that weaves an excessive tale and an Arcade Mode.

Why similar: Side Scroller 30.8%, Bullet Hell 28.2%, Local Co-Op 15.3%, Co-op 10.1%, Shooter 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling shooter that features a unique bullet-time mechanic and a distinct, high-quality visual style.

The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.3%, Side Scroller 23.4%, Hand-drawn 17.4%, Aliens 11.9%, Co-op 11.3%

Why You'll Like It: Features the same hand-drawn charm and side-scrolling co-op action found in Flying Tank.

Super Hydorah is a nonlinear horizontal shoot’ em up designed to offer a challenging experience, sublimating the richness of traditional shmup classics. Face the menace of the Meroptians aboard the Delta Lance, alone or with your friends in this game with direct action and nostalgic art.

Why similar: Co-op 32.5%, Bullet Hell 27.5%, Action 17.2%, Local Multiplayer 13.2%, Sci-fi 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the essence of classic side-scrolling shooters with polished mechanics and challenging level design.

Challenge yourself to a new kind of bullet-hell fusion shooter. Change your aircraft to get new skills just when you need them against advancing foes. Aim for the top spot!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.1%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Side Scroller 20%, Shooter 7.3%, Local Multiplayer 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced side-scrolling shooter that focuses on transforming your ship mid-battle for tactical variety.

DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours is the latest installment in Taito's DARIUS series of arcade-style shooting games. Blast hordes of alien sea-monsters, and blaze your own trail through branching environments.

Why similar: Side Scroller 32.3%, Bullet Hell 27.8%, Local Co-Op 22.5%, Co-op 6.9%, Action 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential side-scrolling shmup series entry that offers intense co-op action and massive boss encounters.

Get ready to push your skills to the limit against an endless sea of bullets and evil robots in Astral Gunners. Choose from five different gunners to master in this horizontal shooter. With the ability to dodge, reflect, delete, and convert bullets you are more powerful than you might believe.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.6%, Co-op 24%, Side Scroller 20.2%, Shooter 7.3%, Action 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: A high-intensity bullet-hell shooter that rewards precision and offers a great soundtrack for action fans.

Steredenn is a frenetic and chaotic space shooter, carved in big beautiful pixels, with insane boss battles. Embark in your ship and engage the fight against dreadful space pirates in a never-ending combat for your survival.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.1%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Co-op 12.3%, Action Roguelike 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A chaotic side-scrolling space shooter with roguelike elements and local co-op that keeps every run fresh.

Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!

Why similar: Side Scroller 35.1%, Bullet Hell 34.1%, Action Roguelike 19.7%, Sci-fi 5.7%, Action 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: Combines side-scrolling movement with bullet-hell combat and roguelike progression for a modern arcade feel.

Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.1%, Bullet Hell 35%, Local Multiplayer 9.2%, Shooter 8.4%, Action 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: While top-down, it offers the same satisfying weapon upgrade loop and co-op action as Flying Tank.

Why play shoot 'em ups one ship at a time? Launch them all at once! Unleash an entire armada of ships in Shoot 1UP!

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.8%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Co-op 11.2%, Aliens 10.4%

Why You'll Like It: Allows players to control multiple ships simultaneously, creating a unique bullet-hell experience with a side-scrolling perspective.

This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...

Why similar: Bullet Hell 63.6%, Local Co-Op 13.2%, Action 8.9%, Shooter 7.7%, Sci-fi 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: An exceptional side-scrolling shooter that evolves its mechanics throughout the campaign, offering a deep bullet-hell experience.

Pilot an experimental mech and shoot giant grenades to blow up sneaky aliens. Stomp their guts, destroy their base, and save the day!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.9%, Hand-drawn 12.8%, Anime 12.5%, Co-op 11.1%, Aliens 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: Features mech-based side-scrolling action with a focus on explosive combat and arcade-style fun.

Paper Planet is a planet-defender, arcade roguelike with a doodley, Flash-inspired artstyle. Battle through waves of unique enemies and bosses. Combine items with strange and wacky effects for insanely overpowered runs. Play with 1-4 players, for some chaotic co-op fun!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 29.1%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Hand-drawn 16.3%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Co-op 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A creative bullet-hell roguelike that supports local co-op and features unique gravity-based movement.

A fast paced action shooter inspired by the arcade classic Super Pang! Use a wide selection of weapons and powerups to tear through increasingly challenging levels.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 39.3%, Co-op 22.8%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Action 7.5%, Sci-fi 5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-packed arcade shooter that emphasizes co-op play and fast-paced combat against waves of enemies.

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: Side Scroller 52.3%, Shooter 17.7%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Action 9.3%, Sci-fi 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: Offers deep ship customization and classic side-scrolling gameplay that will appeal to fans of Flying Tank's arsenal building.

Jamestown: Legend Of The Lost Colony is a neo-classical top-down shooter for up to 4 players, set on 17th-century British Colonial Mars. It features all the intensity, depth, and lovingly handcrafted pixels of a classic arcade shooter, with a modern twist: deeply-integrated cooperative gameplay.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 39.4%, Bullet Hell 37.7%, Co-op 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 5.6%, Action 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: A top-tier co-op bullet-hell shooter that emphasizes teamwork and tight controls.

A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 46%, Anime 23.4%, Shooter 12.1%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Action 7.1%

Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell shooter that rewards players for getting close to enemy fire, creating high-tension gameplay.

Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 67.7%, Anime 19.6%, Action 7.4%, Shooter 4.4%, Indie 0.8%

Why You'll Like It: A polished bullet-hell shooter with a distinct visual style and challenging, well-designed patterns.

Woodpunk is an exhilarating roguelike bullet hell retro pixel art shooter in a medieval Woodpunk universe, where the primary energy resource is WOOD.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.1%, Action Roguelike 22.5%, Local Co-Op 21.9%, Co-op 16.2%, Action 5.9%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelike action game with destructible environments and a focus on weapon variety.

Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 77.3%, Action 11.2%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Indie 1.1%

Why You'll Like It: A pure bullet-hell experience that focuses on screen-clearing action and high-score chasing.

Beat up planets in Asterogues, a cosmic bullet hell shoot-em-up hybrid! Pick your character from a band of outcasts banished to the Asteroid Belt, dodge and shoot your way through a brutal onslaught of bullets, and take revenge against the Solar System!

Why similar: Bullet Time 24.2% ★, Local Co-Op 21.4%, Bullet Hell 19%, Co-op 13.4%, Action Roguelike 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell roguelike that focuses on intense boss fights and tight, responsive movement.

Shoot! Dodge! and... Get Hit!? "Ikaruga" is a vertical shoot 'em up that features an unique polarity-switching gameplay. Switch the ship's polarity and "get hit and absorb" enemy bullets! Achieve High Score with the chain bonus!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 74.8%, Local Co-Op 7.8%, Shooter 6.3%, Action 3.7%, Sci-fi 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary bullet-hell shooter that introduces a unique polarity-switching mechanic for deep tactical play.

Shoot, destroy, collect, craft and destroy even more! "Dark Gravity" is a fast-paced, low poly vertical shoot'em up game that features non-linear campaign mode with lots of enemies and bosses. Craft new weapons, upgrade your fighter and build an ultimate aerial war machine!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.7%, Local Co-Op 21.1%, Co-op 15.1%, Shooter 12.5%, Sci-fi 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A shooter that provides arcade-style action and bullet-hell patterns in a modern, accessible format.

As the last surviving tank commander on Earth, single-handedly turn back the evil invading alien army, drive back the Titans across the Solar System, and defeat them on their homeworld... Titan Attacks has the same easy-to-learn and addictive gameplay of the classic arcade shoot 'em up, but is packed full of extras - new features, new...

Why similar: Bullet Time 27.3% ★, Side Scroller 24%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Post-apocalyptic 17.4%, Shooter 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on classic arcade shooters that features side-scrolling elements and challenging boss encounters.

Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 77.3%, Anime 14.6%, Action 5.4%, Shooter 2.6%, Singleplayer 0.1%

Why You'll Like It: A masterpiece of the bullet-hell genre that offers intense, pattern-based challenges for dedicated players.

A bullet heaven where you cooperate with Kill-BOI 9000 (your friend and toaster). Forge a beautiful bond and bring destruction - together. Give him saws! Give him drones! Then give all the drones saws! AND THEN SET THE SAWS ON FIRE.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.1%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Post-apocalyptic 14.1%, Co-op 13.4%, Action Roguelike 12.2%

A super fast, twin analogue shooter for the modern age!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.6%, Side Scroller 23.4%, Local Co-Op 16.7%, Shooter 11.2%, Action 11%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, side-scrolling shooter that emphasizes constant action and screen-filling bullet patterns.

Ballistic Tanks is the best tank game you've played since the 80's. Battle in exhilarating local multiplayer, or challenge yourself in an intense solo/co-op arcade mode. Play 5 game modes in over 50 maps; and destroy your enemies in a frenzy of bullets, lasers, and explosions!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 39.8%, Co-op 21.7%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Local Multiplayer 8.8%, Action 7.8%

From Space is a solo and co-op action-shooter for squads up to four players. Take on the challenge of liberating the earth from an alien infestation with your friends, using over-the-top weaponry in a post-apocalyptic world with awesomely stylized graphics. The apocalypse has never been so much fun!

Why similar: Co-op 50.4%, Shooter 18.9%, Sci-fi 13%, Action 9.4%, Multiplayer 6.9%

Fly through the sky! Rain down fire on the enemy forces from above! Enjoy solid combat and simple non-linear exploration in this high flying side-scrolling action shooter!

Why similar: Side Scroller 38.3%, Bullet Hell 30.7%, Anime 12%, Shooter 11.6%, Action 6.3%

Brotank is a bullet-hell roguelike game. You play as a bounty hunter driving a tank through a post-apocalyptic wasteland—rescuing allies, upgrading gear, customizing your war machine, surviving relentless enemy waves, and ultimately becoming a legend!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.4%, Action Roguelike 26.9%, Post-apocalyptic 25%, Action 5.1%, Sci-fi 4.5%

Classic STG game Have fun with your friends just like your childhood!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 42.1%, Bullet Hell 29.1%, Co-op 10.2%, Local Multiplayer 7.5%, Sci-fi 5.4%

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: Local Co-Op 37.7%, Co-op 24.5%, Aliens 15.2%, Shooter 11.1%, Sci-fi 5.3%

The party co-op shoot ’em up! Become the king of the night club! Go alone or group your friends! Shoot the party crashers down!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.5%, Bullet Hell 32.2%, Co-op 15.2%, Shooter 10.9%, Local Multiplayer 6%

Gear up for an intergalactic thrill ride! Space Elite Force is a frenzied space-shooter packed with weapon customization and epic boss battles. Take command of your ship and fight for the survival of humanity!

Why similar: Side Scroller 29.2%, Bullet Hell 27.3%, Local Co-Op 21.8%, Aliens 12.3%, Sci-fi 5.7%

Drive a tank, destroy enemy, defend your homeland. Act alone or co-op with a friend and have fun!

Why similar: Co-op 55.6%, Action 34.9%, Multiplayer 5.3%, Indie 3.3%, Singleplayer 1%

This is a hot barrage shooting game. Destroy enemy planes with powerful firepower, shuttle and evade in the barrage. Various scenes with rich colors Planets, Fire Stars, Jupiter Stars, Water Stars, and huge battleships. It's time to drive a space fighter and show your strength! !

Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.9%, Local Co-Op 23.4%, Co-op 15.4%, Shooter 8.7%, Anime 6.8%

Fast-paced local multi-player game packed with action. Destroy your friends with all sorts of different weapons and power-ups across multiple game modes!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 31.6%, Bullet Hell 29.5%, Local Multiplayer 14.2%, Shooter 11.5%, Sci-fi 7.2%

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: Side Scroller 31.8%, Local Co-Op 28.6%, Anime 21.8%, Sci-fi 11.1%, Action 6.3%

Protect the Earth from an alien invasion in this Run N’ Gun action spectacle. Take control of G.U.N.N.R. and battle your way through a blast from the pixelated past.

Why similar: Side Scroller 64.8%, Shooter 15.9%, Action 12.4%, Local Multiplayer 5.5%, Indie 1%

Satisfy your need of destruction by smashing armor vehicles to pieces in spectacular fashions during the epic 4 players co-op campaign. Vehicles and drivers have unique upgrades and class combination. Multiple weapons such as laser beam, giant hammer, Mech's katana.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 58.8%, Co-op 36.1%, Multiplayer 5.1%

TANKNAROK is a fast paced couch/online action game where 2-4 tanks duke it out in a wide range of arenas, with tons of explosive powerups and deadly hazards.

Why similar: Shooter 27.4%, Action 26.8%, Local Multiplayer 26.5%, Multiplayer 16.7%, Indie 2.6%

ADHD core loop weapon system will keep you on your toes in this thrilling sci-fi fantasy shmup / shoot'em up with epic boss battles and a vast arsenal of futuristic weapons! Battle legions of demonic entities, restore the cosmic balance, and save the universe! Experience FLOW STATE gaming!

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.4%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Hand-drawn 16.9%, Anime 11.6%, Shooter 8.5%

Kickback is a top-down shooter with roguelike elements, where shooting is the only way to move. Repel waves of mutants, create combinations of weapons and upgrades to survive at all costs on your own or with a friend in a local co-op mode.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.3%, Bullet Hell 33.3%, Shooter 10.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%, Sci-fi 6.4%

Inspired by “shmups” and shadows, Shmadow is a modern twin-stick side-scroller that nods to retro arcade gameplay. Use your light to blast through your enemies, unlock new powers, and defeat bosses before the darkness extinguishes you.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.7%, Co-op 23.3%, Local Co-Op 21.7%, Shooter 10.2%, Action 6.5%

A deep, tactical shoot'em up. With every takedown, you’ll earn cash and xp to upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Online and local co-op. Unique versus mode. Realistic physics and water simulation.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.6%, Bullet Hell 34.9%, Shooter 10.9%, Action 7.5%, Anime 6.6%

Operation STEEL is a roguelike shoot-em-up rendered in hand-drawn art. Blow up loads of enemies, destroy huge bosses, find weapons, and upgrade your load-out between levels. Combat the electronic legion across 20+ procedurally generated levels!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.6%, Action Roguelike 20.8%, Hand-drawn 14.3%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Sci-fi 6.6%

It's the ultimate, strategic SHMUP ReMix! Control TWO combat wings, flick between THREE different formations, and BLAST your way through overwhelming enemy fleets! Liberate planets, build colonies, research tech and skills, craft items, or even play 2p co-op in this unique new indie game.

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.2%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Local Co-Op 21.7%, Co-op 11.9%, Shooter 7.6%

Shape Shifter: Formations is an action twin-stick shooter with rogue-lite elements, where you must destroy hordes of geometric enemies alone or with a friend. Select your ship and combine a large variety of weapons, abilities and infinitely stacking upgrades to craft your own unique build.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.1%, Bullet Hell 25%, Co-op 17.2%, Action Roguelike 16%, Sci-fi 4.1%

Survive the treacherous sea in this quirky multiplayer shooter game! Play solo or team up and fight off Cthulhu's minions. Master a unique recoil-based mechanic to blast enemies and chart your course. Mix and match upgrades to craft the perfect sea-surviving strategy!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 36.2%, Bullet Hell 22.2%, Co-op 21.9%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%, Shooter 6.5%

Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.4%, Local Co-Op 25%, Co-op 16.4%, Shooter 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 6%

Overwhelmingly bizarre beauty. Shoot, dodge, and destroy! A shmup where an apocalyptic world awakens to primal desires!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.6%, Dystopian 18.5%, Hand-drawn 16.6%, Aliens 12.8%, Post-apocalyptic 11.4%

CounterAttack: Uprising is a side scrolling space shooter (shmup). Team up or fight solo, 1 - 4 player local or up to 8 players online coop, unlock upgrades, use powerful ultimate abilities, enhance your ship the way you want, and save the Earth from annihilation.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.7%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Co-op 13.6%, Action Roguelike 9.2%

The Aces of the Luftwaffe have returned! Dodge a hail of bullets and face their fearsome war machines in bombastic air battles and boss fights!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.3%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Co-op 20.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%, Shooter 8.1%

Blast hordes of alien ships into junk. Collect the scrap to upgrade your ship into an unstoppable force of destruction. Unlock new characters and weapons and upgrade your stats between runs.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.4%, Action Roguelike 23.6%, Aliens 15.2%, Shooter 10.1%, Sci-fi 7%

Mighty Goose is a fast paced run & gun shooter starring a bounty hunter Goose. Use epic weapons and devastating war machines to battle against screen filling bosses and hordes of enemies!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 37.8%, Co-op 21%, Side Scroller 20.2%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%, Sci-fi 5.1%

Old friends and bitter enemies await as you invade Earth alongside a Mothership full of alien friends! Blast, beam, and bite your way through an endless swarm of enemies as you and up to three of your fellow hominids cause mayhem with a huge arsenal of weapons, mutations, and acrobatic maneuvers.

Why similar: Side Scroller 26.4%, Co-op 21.9%, Aliens 17.7%, Action Roguelike 16.9%, Local Multiplayer 9%

A vividly animated action roguelite focused on boss hunting. Unleash an array of diverse weapons and powerups to combat the corruption of the Void.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 39.6%, Bullet Hell 29.7%, Action Roguelike 19.7%, Shooter 7.5%, Action 3.1%