- #1 Shape Shipter
97% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Jorge T. Vargas
Windows
Embark on an retro adventure of ever-changing challenges. Adapt to unique ships, dodge bullets, blast enemies, and shape-shift your way to victory. Get ready for non-stop excitement and pure arcade fun!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Space 11.9%, Roguelike 10.6%, Action Roguelike 10.5%
- #2 Blastroid
96% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2026
Dev: Bedirhan CakirPub: Cher Chop Games
Windows · Mac
Blastroid is an arcade-style roguelite set in space with Endless waves, broken builds and weapon synergies. Players customize their ships by combining different engine and weapon systems, striving to survive against ever-evolving threats in regions swarming with enemy waves.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Space 15.1%, Score Attack 12.2%, Roguelite 10.1%
- #3 D.A.R - Deadly Alien Rogues
96% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Delicious Software
Windows
DAR is an arcade-style single-screen shoot-em-up inspired by the classics, with some modern rogue-like twists! Pick your character, plot a course through the galaxy, grab upgrades and destroy the enemy! The ultimate goal? Saving the galaxy! Or just getting a really, really high score - your call.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Score Attack 13.2%, Roguelike 10.8%, 1990's 9.8%, Action Roguelike 9.5%
- #4 Wee Survivors
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lampeye
Windows
A micro horde-survival roguelike where time only moves when you do! Level up, choose your skills and slaughter thousands of monsters. Jump in the monster-slaying arena and piece together your collection of gear, characters, and stages to become the ultimate survivor!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 14.1%, Roguelike 11.1%, Space 10.8%, Action Roguelike 9.9%, Aliens 9.5%
- #5 RESHOOTER
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: spieleschreiber
Windows
RESHOOTER offers heart-pounding shoot-em-up action that elevates classic arcade gameplay to the next level. Dive into the retroflow with electrifying visuals, immersive audio, and captivating mechanics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Score Attack 10.8%, Bullet Hell 10.3%, Space 9.6%, Retro 9.3%
- #6 Drone Break
94% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: James H. Van der MeulenPub: Trash Vomit Studios
Windows
Run and Gun Roguelite where the goal is to upgrade each consecutive alien drone on death so the next can strive to become overpowered enough to escape the all consuming hive mind.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Space 14.7%, Roguelite 9.6%, Roguelike 8.1%
- #7 Super Turbo Demon Busters!
93% matchMixed55% of 188 reviews2017
Dev: HeroLabs
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 96%
STDB! is a rogue-like game about hardcore mercenaries and space marines escaping from a very cozy planet filled with monsters, nuclear fire, viruses and pixelated violence.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Roguelike 11.7%, Space 9.4%, Futuristic 9.4%
- #8 Cosmic Run
91% matchMixed45% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Zinktank Labs
Windows · Mac · Linux
Cosmic Run is a single-player space roguelite where you battle relentless galactic enemies, strategically upgrade your ship, and help the Zogark family survive their journey across the galaxy. Build powerful combinations, adapt to chaotic encounters, and escape one broken system after another.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Space 10.8%, Action Roguelike 9.2%, Roguelite 7.7%
- #9 Vektor Z
92% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
Vektor Z brings fast and furious retro space blasting action to Steam! Blast your way through endless waves of asteroids and enemies to write your name among the stars! Vektor Z offers a rogue-like arcade action game where you'll improve your progress every time you play!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, 1990's 11.4%, Arcade 9.6%, Space 8.9%
- #10 Suicide Runners
91% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: JTW
Windows
Classic 2D shoot em up with updated graphics. Dodge a storm of bullets as you blast through space shooting hordes of enemies. Collect powerups to survive against fearsome bosses. Pilot a suicide runner as you fight to unravel the mystery of what is destroying the universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Retro 10.5%, 1990's 9.4%, Arcade 8.2%
- #11 Orbital Purge
90% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Bozjatorium
Windows · Linux
A fast-paced space shooter where you blast through waves of Martian invaders, upgrade your ship, dodge bullet hell, and wipe them out with devastating firepower.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Action Roguelike 12.1%, Roguelite 8.9%, Roguelike 7.6%
- #12 Skycadia
89% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2020
Dev: Studio Nisse LLC
Windows
Collect bounties on sky pirates in this chill pastel dogfight sim.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Score Attack 12.3%, 1990's 11.4%, Action Roguelike 10.6%
- #13 Star Hunter DX
89% matchPositive81% of 31 reviews2021
Dev: 1CC GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
Windows
Betrayed by her cut-throat crew, Luna Starr - former Space Pirate Captain turned bounty hunter - has a score to settle. As Luna, travel to 5 exotic planets to track down your mutinous mates, and face them in Bullet Hell dogfights to the death!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Score Attack 11.3%, Sci-fi 7.4%, Futuristic 7%
- #14 Cosmic Cleaner
88% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: CRUSTSLICE
Windows
A stylish sci-fi arcade shooter about cleansing the galaxy of pesky demons! Cosmic Cleaner is a fast-paced, high score chasing action game that progressively gets more challenging. Designed for quick and easy fun.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Score Attack 15.5%, Space 13%, Retro 11.6%, Arcade 9%
- #15 Gunlocked
87% matchVery Positive87% of 505 reviews2022
Dev: FromLefcourt
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Action Roguelike 10.6%, Roguelite 8.8%, Aliens 8.4%
- #16 Metal Crisis
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mad Rabbit Digital
Windows
METAL CRISIS is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up inspired by 3D space shooters of the 90s. Pilot the most advanced ship Earth has created capable of acquiring enemy weapons as you battle through hordes of fighters and hulking bosses in it's war against the space colonies rebellion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, 1990's 15.5%, Space 8.6%, Score Attack 7.8%
- #17 Totally Shmup
86% matchPositive97% of 32 reviews2024
Dev: EldTheZombie
Windows
Beginner friendly 2D vertical and horizontal retro-style little shoot 'em up. Colourful stages with sound and vision inspired by the golden age of video gaming. Totally free introduction to the world of Shmups and Bullet Hell Games!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, 1990's 13.5%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Space 10.8%, Score Attack 8.5%
- #18 Beat Invaders
85% matchVery Positive96% of 206 reviews2022
Dev: Raffaele Picca
Windows · Linux
Beat Invaders is a Vertical Shoot 'Em Up Roguelite - Fight your way through enemy fleets, unlock skills, items, ships, and upgrade them in the next run. Enjoy the smooth neon visuals matching the pushing EDM soundtrack - The perfect game to unwind.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Space 14.3%, Action Roguelike 10.3%, Roguelite 8.8%
- #19 Zaxterion: Space Frenzy!
84% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
You play as a young boy who dreams of being a famous astronaut who discovers alien worlds and life. One hot summer day, you fall asleep and into a terrifying dream made up of your worst childhood fears. Can you survive this nightmare of asteroids, space spiders, deadly skulls & more?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Space 13.3%, Old School 10.6%, Retro 9.5%, Arcade 9.5%
- #20 Starship Architect
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: InventState Studio
Windows
Starship Architect is a high-octane roguelike where every decision counts. Battle relentless enemies, choose from a dynamic arsenal of weapons and upgrades, and strategically assemble your ship. Unlock powerful new parts after each run and craft the perfect starship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Action Roguelike 11.4%, Roguelike 10.9%, Space 10.3%
- #21 Space Invasion Infinite
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Michael Andi
Windows
A 2D retro action rogue-like game inspired by the original Space Invaders arcade experience. Shoot down incoming alien waves and upgrade your turret. Discover and defeat bosses, and unlock permanent upgrades, turret classes, and challenging difficulty modifiers!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.6%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, Retro 11.7%, Roguelike 9.6%
- #22 Stellar Space
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Next Step Studios
Windows · Mac
Stellar Space is a new take on a classic arcade game with a modern, rogue-like, form for new players to enjoy!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Roguelike 10.1%, Space 10.1%, Action Roguelike 9.5%, Bullet Hell 9.3%
- #23 Batsugun
81% matchVery Positive97% of 113 reviews2024
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience the epic conclusion of Toaplan's legendary shooter series with Batsugun including the lauded Special version! Choose your favorite character and spaceship in this thrilling genre-defining bullet-hell action. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Score Attack 10.4%, Arcade 9.1%, 1990's 8.8%
- #24 Andromeda Survivors
81% matchPositive84% of 49 reviews2022
Dev: Dumb
Windows
Defeat thousands of enemies that are invading Andromeda! Andromeda Survivors is a casual game with rogue-lite elements where you collect skills and upgrades for your ship to create amazing builds!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Action Roguelike 11.4%, Space 11%, Score Attack 10.6%
- #25 Asteroids... But Roguelite
82% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: Ghost Goats Games
Windows
Start off as a weak ship with a simple attack and fight through waves of enemies, earning currency in order to purchase upgrades for your ship. The never ending waves of enemies grow in number, power, and variety as you progress. Purchase upgrades to keep pace with them.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Score Attack 13.3%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Action Roguelike 9.9%, Retro 9.2%
- #26 Weaponized
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vector Hound
Windows · Mac
Weaponized is a fast, violent retro vector shooter. Use your machine gun to carve through asteroids and extract ore. Grab and hurl enemies, snipe through rocks, fight massive bosses. Make your quota and get out before it's too late. Earn. Endure. Weaponize.
Why similar: Space 14.9%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Roguelite 10.8%, Arcade 8.2%
- #27 Tri-Star
80% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Stardust Smithy
Windows
Tri-Star is an endless horizontal-scrolling space shooter featuring Roguelike and Roguelite elements. Blast through waves of enemies and battle against arduous bosses. Form a squadron of three unique ships from an expanding roster and equip them with upgrades as you engage in a battle for survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Space 13.1%, Roguelike 11.3%, Action Roguelike 10.9%
- #28 Star Knight: Order of the Vortex
79% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Void Knight Games
Windows
Star Knight: Order of the Vortex is a rogue-lite, bullet-hell, shoot-em-up with the ability to create unique builds and synergies as you test your skills in action-packed gameplay. Choose your crew, upgrade your ship, and explore the unknown depths of the Vortex.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Roguelike 11.7%, Roguelite 10.1%, Space 8.5%
- #29 Pewt 'em Up!
78% matchVery Positive96% of 171 reviews2022
Dev: team tsoto
Windows · Linux
Pewt 'em Up! is a retro inspired arcade space shoot 'em up with lots of upgrades, achievements, extras and more.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Aliens 11.9%, Roguelite 11.2%, Space 10.2%, Futuristic 9.2%
- #30 The Battle of Aurinoxia
77% matchPositive71% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: N11 Games Division
Windows
A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Space 9.2%, 1990's 8.1%, Arcade 8.1%
- #31 Space Invaders Extreme
78% matchVery Positive87% of 265 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
The critically acclaimed update to the Space Invaders franchise has arrived to invade Steam with greatly improved graphics and audio! Packed with pulsing, vibrant visuals enhanced further by interactive sound. The invaders have evolved, the question is: can you keep up?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 15%, Space 11.2%, Score Attack 10.7%, Aliens 6.8%
- #32 Space Moth: Lunar Edition
77% matchPositive89% of 37 reviews2021
Dev: 1CC GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
Windows
1CC Games’ first shoot ’em up returns with totally overhauled visuals, all-new enemies and attacks, a deeper scoring system, remixed soundtrack and fresh player powers. Space Moth: Lunar Edition is the ultimate version of the beloved cult classic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Score Attack 13.1%, 1990's 9%, Retro 7.7%
- #33 ICEwall
76% matchPositive82% of 49 reviews2022
Dev: Erlend Kirkeboe
Windows
An action roguelike shoot 'em up. Draft power-ups between levels to become stronger and build crazy combos. Several player ships to unlock, multiple game modes; including Endless Mode and Arcade, leaderboards and achievement challenges!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Score Attack 13.3%, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Action Roguelike 10.9%, Old School 7.8%
- #34 Rebound Hell
73% matchNo user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: mrtsGAMES
Windows
A minimalist top-down action game where every shot bounces, changes color, and can turn against you. Managing ricochets is your only chance to survive.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Roguelike 15.3%, Score Attack 11.8%, Retro 8.9%
- #35 Atomic Guardians
76% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Mosh Jason Games
Windows
ATOMIC GUARDIANS is a fully CO-OP arcade retro shoot 'em up, where one player flies the ship, and the other player mans the shields. Fight your way through a never ending horde of Brutal Bosses, Alien Monsters and Gigantic Asteroids as you rack up a new world-wide high score. Play with up to three friends, and see how long you can last!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Space 11%, Futuristic 9.9%, Old School 8.5%
- #36 BLASTER MAYHEM
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stormduck
Windows
Weave and cleave your way through walls of bullet and push your score to unknown limits in this aggressive Shoot'em'up to save humanity from its own hubris
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Score Attack 17.2%, Arcade 8.6%, Space 7.7%
- #37 Shooty
75% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: RiceyCode Studios
Windows
A space arcade shooter with light rogue-like elements.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Roguelike 17.6%, Space 11.8%, Retro 10.8%, Arcade 9.2%
- #38 Space War: Infinity
75% matchVery Positive90% of 126 reviews2019
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows
Vertical semi-procedural shmup with upgrades, real-time enemy waves, and infinite replayability. Level up your ship, unlock 20+ weapons, defeat 5 bosses, and survive endless bullet-hell combat.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Score Attack 13.1%, Space 11.6%, 1990's 10.3%
- #39 Cosmic Survivor
74% match9 user reviews82% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Kit Sumo
Windows
A Brutal, Roguelite Arcade Blaster. Similar in style and gameplay to arcade classics like Asteroids and Defender.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Roguelike 16.3%, Space 11.1%, Arcade 9.6%
- #40 Sophstar
73% matchVery Positive100% of 103 reviews2022
Dev: Banana Bytes
Windows
A vertical arcade shoot'em up with an inventive teleport system, lots of fast-blazing action and explosions, tons of boss fights, a risk/reward based score system and a proper challenge for both veteran and new players of the genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Space 10.3%, Score Attack 9.3%, Retro 7.8%
- #41 BroodStar
73% matchVery Positive95% of 99 reviews2022
Dev: David Schmidthoffer
Windows · Mac · Linux
BroodStar is a classic arcade shmup with roguelike elements. Acquire crazy item combos, encounter strange events and fight challenging bosses on a quest to destroy the living planet, the BroodStar.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Space 11.6%, Roguelike 11.3%, Score Attack 10.8%
- #42 Fair and Square
71% matchPositive81% of 32 reviews2025
Dev: Canis Minor
Windows
Fair and Square is a fast-paced bullet hell platformer roguelike where everything revolves around squares. Survive relentless enemy waves, upgrade your skills in the shop, and face epic bosses. Customize your playstyle, adapt on the fly, and prove your mastery in this chaotic challenge!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Roguelike 16.1%, Retro 9.5%, Action Roguelike 9%
- #43 Gunlocked 2
70% matchVery Positive86% of 77 reviews2026
Dev: FromLefcourt
Windows
Movement is your weapon. A sci-fi action roguelike and shmup combined, in Gunlocked 2 you'll pilot and upgrade a state-of-the-art warship against endless waves of deadly aliens. Deep customization, branching paths, and tons of unlockables offer endless replayability!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Roguelike 11.7%, Action Roguelike 9.9%, Roguelite 8.9%
- #44 Regular Spacecraft - Defending the Mothership
72% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Pixel
Windows
Defeat the enemies. Upgrade the spacecraft. Defend the mothership. Regular Spacecraft - Defending the Mothership is a shoot em'up game with roguelite elements.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Action Roguelike 12%, Roguelike 10.8%, Space 10.1%
- #45 Invaders Evolutions
71% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Northbank Interactive
Windows
100 levels. One final boss. No careless mistakes. Survive an escalating arms race in this retro-industrial reimagining of the 1978 classic. Out-tech a mutating swarm, manage your reserves, and master a loop where every failed defense makes the enemy stronger.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Roguelike 11.4%, Score Attack 9.9%, Roguelite 9.5%
- #46 Slime Mayhem
72% matchMixed40% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Arafkan Studio
Windows
You were created by a few scientists for a suicide mission. How long can you survive by clearing mutant slimes?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Roguelike 12.1%, Roguelite 11.2%
- #47 Space Horde Attack
71% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: GameProdTeam
Windows
Collect weapons and destroy enemy ships
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Space 16.7%, Action Roguelike 13.2%, Roguelike 12.3%
- #48 Lilac 0
69% matchVery Positive95% of 75 reviews2025
Dev: Bullet Prince
Windows
The machine world of Molybdion has fallen into disarray. As Nidhogg eats the root of the planet, unending wars rage on the surface! Slice your way through hordes of metallic foes in five frantic levels, defeat fearsome bosses, and dodge countless bullets in this vintage vertical shoot 'em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Futuristic 9.7%, Arcade 9.1%, Old School 8%
- #49 Invaders Loop
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: hunterllama
Windows
In Invaders Loop, which combines classic arcade spirit with roguelite mechanics, survive relentless waves of enemies raining down from the depths of space, dodge bullets, equip yourself with various items from the market, and defeat epic bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Roguelite 12%, Roguelike 10.7%, Space 9%
- #50 Space Blade
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mountain Of Games
Windows
Single player, top down, retro space-shooter, destroy enemies and fight bullet-hell bosses, upgrade during runs and after them to progress further and faster.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Space 11.9%, Arcade 7.4%
- #51 Orbital Siege
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Orbitforge Interactive
Windows
Reclaim the arcade. This is a high-octane space shooter where vibrant pixel art meets relentless alien armadas. Master your orbital defenses and survive the ultimate galactic onslaught.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Retro 13%, Space 11.3%, Old School 10.2%
- #52 Operation STEEL
69% matchVery Positive93% of 85 reviews2022
Dev: Undermog Games
Windows · Linux
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: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 15%, Roguelike 11.6%, Score Attack 11.6%, Action Roguelike 10.9%
- #53 Stranded in the Abyss
68% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: studio cyber turtle
Windows
Stranded in the abyss is a shoot-em-up in a unique sci-fi sci-environment where you command a massive squad of ships in an endless war Against an evil rebellion. Shoot command and bomb your way through hundreds of enemy fighters, capital ships, and skirmishes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Space 11.9%, Arcade 8.9%, Old School 6.1%
- #54 Command-Ω Omega
67% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: IMPERIAL DYNAMICS
Windows
Protect your six towers against relentless waves of enemies in Command-Ω Omega, a rogue-like shooter tower defense game with a synthwave 80’s aesthetic and modern graphics. Level up, collect upgrades, and enhance your arsenal as you battle to survive and dominate the neon battlefield.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Roguelike 13.1%, 1990's 10.2%, Action Roguelike 10.2%, Roguelite 9%
- #55 Void Resurgence
66% matchVery Positive96% of 70 reviews2025
Dev: Puza Games
Windows · Mac
Command a starship in Void Resurgence, a retro-futuristic space roguelite. Battle through colorful cosmic fields, collect upgrades, and build your ultimate ship. Dodge intense bullet-hell patterns and fight for survival. Every run offers new challenges and permanent progress.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Score Attack 11.9%, Action Roguelike 10.7%, Space 9.4%
- #56 Super Dash
66% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Gustavo Passos
Windows · Linux
Dash through enemies, collect power ups and survive waves of enemies in this fast paced bullet-hell
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Retro 8.4%, Arcade 7.8%
- #57 Red Titans
67% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: TEAM Black Hat RobotPub: TEAM Black Hat Robot
Windows
RED TITANS is a single player vertical shoot em up, use the resources available to stop the threat, you will have to be very skillful since there are no continues.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, 1990's 12.5%, Space 11%, Arcade 9.7%
- #58 Space Defense Special Force - The Origin of the Union
68% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Ninetales Studios
Windows
Frenetic 2D action in the style of Space Invaders! Customize your spaceship, face hordes of enemies, and challenge yourself in multiple modes, including Campaign, Arcade, Invasion, and Survival. Upgrade your ship, collect power-ups, and face unique challenges in every battle.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Space 15.9%, Bullet Hell 13%, Retro 12.4%, Arcade 9.3%
- #59 Double D. F.
68% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: RielFactor
Windows
To bring you the old school 2D space arcade feeling in a modern look and feel. Whether you like the hard core style of the old days, or you have become the more lay back type, shoot your way home at the fun rate for you. Upgrade your ship on the way home, to get ready for the final battle. Have fun!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, 1990's 11.2%, Aliens 9.1%, Space 7.4%
- #60 Twilight Survivors
64% matchVery Positive89% of 1,063 reviews2024
Dev: DORIDORI STUDIO
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A time-limited survival game infused with rogue-lite elements and an adorable art style! The world has plunged into darkness, and you are its sole beacon of hope. Will you endure until dawn, or succumb to repeated deaths in your quest? Fear not, for you can collect more coins to arm yourself!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Action Roguelike 13%, Roguelike 11.1%, Roguelite 10.9%