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Games Like Galaxy Champions TV

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Twin Stick Shooter, Action, Bullet Hell, Shooter.

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Galaxy Champions TV is a super intense top-down closed arena shooter game inspired by the classic arcade game Smash TV. Get powerful weapons and power-ups, kill huge amounts of enemies, level up, unlock upgrades and beat all the bosses to become the champion of the most violent TV show of all time!

Reviews: Very Positive — 92% — of 121 reviews
Released: 2018-09-06
Developer: aQuadiun
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux
Median playtime: 42 min
Mean playtime: 3.5 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 42%

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    97% matchVery Positive87% of 2,168 reviews2017
    Dev: Housemarque
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Nex Machina is an intense arcade style twin-stick shooter from Housemarque. Taking hints from both Robotron and Smash TV, Nex Machina focuses on pure action, voxel destruction and competition in the distant, cablepunk themed future.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 38%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Local Co-Op 11.9%, Arcade 8.5%, Top-Down Shooter 8.2%

  2. #2 Iron Fisticle
    96% matchVery Positive84% of 513 reviews2014
    Dev: Confused PelicanPub: Curve Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A modern take on the classic arcade arena shooter. Taking inspiration from an entire generation of action games, Iron Fisticle builds on classic titles like Gauntlet and Robotron while adding over 100 collectible items, an RPG style upgrade system and local multiplayer.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.7%, Local Co-Op 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Action 10.1%, Indie 7.1%

  3. #3 Chippy
    96% matchVery Positive91% of 1,169 reviews2019
    Dev: Facepunch Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Chip destructible bosses apart pixel-by-pixel in this twin-stick bullet-hell shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Local Co-Op 11.8%, Difficult 8.9%

  4. #4 Geometry Wars™ 3: Dimensions Evolved
    95% matchVery Positive90% of 1,577 reviews2014
    Dev: Lucid GamesPub: Sierra
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Experience the full evolution of the award-winning Geometry Wars franchise and battle through waves of enemies on 3D grids in this frenetic arcade shooter!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 48.4%, Arcade 12.8%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Action 10.9%, Local Co-Op 9.4%

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    94% 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: Twin Stick Shooter 30.5%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Difficult 9.9%, Shooter 7.8%

  6. #6 Voidigo
    92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,722 reviews2023
    Dev: semiwork
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    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: Twin Stick Shooter 29.2%, Local Co-Op 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, Difficult 8%

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    94% matchMostly Positive74% of 86 reviews2022
    Dev: Laser DogPub: Silver Lining Interactive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 31%

    DEATHRUN TV is a fast hardcore rogue-lite twin-stick shooter set in the world's biggest and craziest game show. You'll experience real-time blistering speed and bullet-dodging action as you compete for glory...assuming you’re able to survive in this 2D bullet hell where only “likes” really count.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 41.1%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Difficult 15%, Shooter 9.3%, Action 9%

  8. #8 Assault Android Cactus+
    93% matchVery Positive94% of 2,000 reviews2015
    Dev: Witch Beam
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.3%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Difficult 11.3%, Shooter 9.1%

  9. #9 Galaxy Highways
    91% matchVery Positive98% of 54 reviews2025
    Dev: Nanopike
    Windows · Mac

    An indie story-driven space shooter with intense battles, escalating enemy waves, and massive boss fights. Choose and upgrade ships, unlock powerful weapons, and protect your allies. Upgrade your base and construct a battleship to take on even stronger enemies. All set to a rock & synth soundtrack.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Difficult 10.9%, Shooter 7.9%

  10. #10 Rocking Pilot
    91% matchVery Positive93% of 68 reviews2017
    Dev: GungroundsPub: Mad Head Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Shoot, blast and slash through hordes of enemies in Rocking Pilot - a twin-stick shooter extravaganza inspired by arcade classics.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.5%, Bullet Hell 14%, Action 13.9%, Difficult 12.6%, Arcade 12%

  11. #11 Gunkid 99
    90% matchVery Positive92% of 66 reviews2019
    Dev: Yongjustyong
    Windows

    GUNKID 99 is a fast and frantic 2D arena-shooter that will seriously challenge your skills and reflexes. Craft your own unique play-style and develop crazy combos​ with numerous weapons and abilities at your disposal! Lay waste to endless hordes of enemies and get that top score on the Global Leaderboards!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.2%, Action 17%, Indie 12.8%, Bullet Hell 10.9%, Arcade 10.1%

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    89% matchVery Positive87% of 287 reviews2020
    Dev: Igrek GamesPub: Games Incubator
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%

    Destropolis is a top-down shooter game with a fully destructible environment, hundreds of enemies and nuclear explosions. Fight a countless swarm of enemies. Tear them to pieces with bullets, lasers and explosions. Destroy as many of them as you can before they overwhelm you...

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.6%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Difficult 10.2%, Arcade 8.2%

  13. #13 Galactic Glitch
    86% matchVery Positive90% of 853 reviews2025
    Dev: Crunchy Leaf Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    A physics-powered action roguelike. Grab asteroids, catch missiles, and hurl them back at swarming enemies. Build wild loadouts, defeat colossal bosses, and push deeper into a collapsing galaxy.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Difficult 11.5%, Shooter 9.3%

  14. #14 Steredenn: Binary Stars
    89% matchVery Positive88% of 958 reviews2015
    Dev: Pixelnest StudioPub: TyGAMES
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    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 67.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    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 31.4%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Arcade 14.8%, Shooter 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%

  15. #15 Cyclo Chambers
    88% matchVery Positive84% of 135 reviews2023
    Dev: Hobofeller
    Windows

    Collect synergizing items to create an overpowered character to fight hordes of cyclops monsters. Cyclo Chambers is a fast-paced, top-down arena shooter with light rogue-like elements. 150 items to choose from to create frantic combinations. Different runs every time.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 38.4%, Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 8.5%

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    87% matchVery Positive86% of 246 reviews2015
    Dev: Gnomic Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

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    Dev: 10tons Ltd
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    86% matchVery Positive95% of 55 reviews2019
    Dev: Falkenbrew
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Devader is an intense 90's-style twin-stick shooter, complete with crazy old-school bosses, powerful strategic abilities and multiple endings. Upgrade your robot with nukes, shields, turrets and more to exterminate the relentless invaders.

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    84% matchVery Positive88% of 595 reviews2017
    Dev: E-StudioPub: Raw Fury
    Windows · Mac
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    83% matchVery Positive87% of 209 reviews2019
    Dev: Bitmap Bureau
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    82% matchVery Positive90% of 1,201 reviews2016
    Dev: Awfully Nice Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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.

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    82% matchVery Positive82% of 533 reviews2017
    Dev: CrackshellPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Linux
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    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 24.1%, Action 18.7%, Indie 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

  23. #23 Obludia
    84% matchMixed49% of 74 reviews2014
    Dev: FobTi interactive
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 71%

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    81% matchVery Positive81% of 74 reviews2016
    Dev: Kimeric LabsPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    Why similar: Action 60.7%, Indie 39.3%

  25. #25 BloodDome99
    77% matchVery Positive96% of 96 reviews2024
    Dev: Halftone Gaming
    Windows · Mac

    BloodDome99 is a game about nostalgia, capitalism, violence, and over-the-top absurdist fun. 80s arcade meets modern horde-survival roguelike. Create unique builds, master more than 40 weapons, and kill ever-growing hordes of contestants in the retro-futuristic gladiator gameshow BLOODDOME99

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  26. #26 Super Mutant Alien Assault
    80% matchVery Positive86% of 175 reviews2016
    Dev: CybernatePub: Surprise Attack
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    The Citizen Kane of Super Crate Box clones - dance with death through randomised rooms to clear your space freighter of irradiated aliens in a brutal arcade platformer shooter stuffed to the brim with unlockable weapons, explosives, special abilities and defense moves.

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  27. #27 AIPD - Artificial Intelligence Police Department
    81% matchVery Positive84% of 51 reviews2016
    Dev: Blazing BadgerPub: mamor games
    Windows

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  28. #28 CometStriker DX
    79% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2018
    Dev: Iced Lizard Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    CometStriker DX is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter where you boost through danger and blast everything in your way!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.6%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Difficult 10.4%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Shooter 8.5%

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    76% matchVery Positive87% of 825 reviews2022
    Dev: Vixa GamesPub: Ravenage Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%

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    75% matchVery Positive95% of 60 reviews2025
    Dev: Turbo NapalmPub: RedDeer.Games
    Windows

    Congratulations! You've been selected to participate in the ultimate TV show! Survive hordes of ruthless mutants, upgrade your arsenal, improve your skills and win fabulous prizes in this live-broadcast action roguelike! Do you have what it takes to survive?

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    79% matchMostly Positive78% of 76 reviews2018
    Dev: IndigoBlue Game Studio
    Windows

    Vectorium is a classical, yet intense arcade shooting game. Can you survive those dreadful enemies and barrage of gunfire?

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    78% matchVery Positive82% of 200 reviews2015
    Dev: Extrokold Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    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.

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    78% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2015
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

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    75% matchVery Positive85% of 80 reviews2023
    Dev: Halftone Gaming
    Windows · Mac

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    73% matchVery Positive93% of 59 reviews2025
    Dev: Exane GamesPub: Bad Blood Studios
    Windows

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  36. #36 #KILLALLZOMBIES
    77% matchMostly Positive78% of 314 reviews2016
    Dev: Fortell Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 48.8 hrs≥1hr: 97%

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    76% matchMixed68% of 132 reviews2019
    Dev: Highwalls
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 42 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    Buckle up for shoot ‘em up chaos in this fast-paced and hyper-stylized roguelite. As the infamous bounty hunter Black Paradox, it’s up to you to travel through space and defeat the Hellraisers – the most dangerous criminal organization in the galaxy.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 27.5%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Action 15.3%, Shooter 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%

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    74% matchVery Positive90% of 89 reviews2020
    Dev: Pieslice Productions
    Windows · Mac

    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: Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Bullet Hell 16%, Local Co-Op 14.6%, Difficult 12.5%, Shooter 9.2%

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    74% matchVery Positive88% of 78 reviews2019
    Dev: Threaks
    Windows

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    72% matchVery Positive90% of 1,284 reviews2020
    Dev: Rake in Grass
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%

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    73% matchVery Positive80% of 95 reviews2022
    Dev: Lazy FlockPub: Untold Tales
    Windows

    Void Prison is a fast paced, endless arcade twin stick shooter that puts you inside of an ever shrinking ring. Survive by fighting emerging enemies around you and don't get consumed by the void. Complete achievements to unlock new skins and powerups and get on top of the leaderboards!

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  42. #42 Nowhere Patrol
    72% matchVery Positive98% of 222 reviews2018
    Dev: Slugsoft
    Windows

    Nowhere Patrol is a boss rush game with bullet hell and platforming elements. Inspired by classic action arcade games with it's steep difficulty curve and non-stop action.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.1%, Action 28%, Difficult 23%, Indie 19.8%

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    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,276 reviews2017
    Dev: Team D-13
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Star of Providence is a top down action shooter with procedurally generated elements. Explore a large, abandoned facility in search of incredible power, fighting dangerous foes and gaining new weapons and upgrades as you progress.

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    70% matchVery Positive93% of 69 reviews2023
    Dev: LionSwordPub: LionSword Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  45. #45 Champions of Breakfast
    73% matchVery Positive84% of 204 reviews2016
    Dev: Pirate Software
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%

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    Why similar: Action 25.6%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, Indie 19.2%, Difficult 17.6%, Arcade 13.7%

  46. #46 Hyper Jam
    71% matchVery Positive94% of 500 reviews2019
    Dev: Bit Dragon
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%

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  47. #47 God's Trigger
    71% matchMostly Positive74% of 987 reviews2019
    Dev: One More LevelPub: Techland Publishing
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Slay enemies with speed and precision in an over-the-top show of blood and explosions. Play solo or with others, make split-second decisions, dodge bullets, and use weapons and abilities to inflict violence in the most graphic way possible.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 41%, Top-Down Shooter 28.1%, Difficult 13.5%, Shooter 11%, Action 6.3%

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    67% matchVery Positive87% of 111 reviews2024
    Dev: pipotchi600Pub: indie.io
    Windows

    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: Local Co-Op 28.1%, Top-Down Shooter 27.8%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%, Action 9.4%

  49. #49 Nebula
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 181 reviews2023
    Dev: JuTek Pixel
    Windows

    Survive in the deep void of the galaxy against thousands of invaders! Nebula is a challenging bullet hell, twin stick shooter where you have to face endless waves of space enemies. Additional map resources and space drones can provide you a support but be wary, they can as well become a deadly trap.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Arcade 9%, Action 8.6%

  50. #50 Hyper Sentinel
    70% matchVery Positive84% of 68 reviews2018
    Dev: Four5Six PixelPub: Huey Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 21%

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    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.1%, Action 27.6%, Arcade 24.3%, Indie 20.1%

  51. #51 Rocket Wars
    69% matchVery Positive91% of 95 reviews2017
    Dev: Rooftop Panda
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 99%

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    69% matchMixed64% of 814 reviews2017
    Dev: PixwerkPub: 11 bit studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Tower 57 is a fast-paced neo-retro shooter where cooperation is as important as your ammo capacity. As a member of an extraordinary task force fight your way through a dieselpunk megatower and uncover its hidden secrets.

    Why similar: Action 24.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Indie 15.9%, Local Co-Op 14.4%

  53. #53 Arcade Mayhem Juanito
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 362 reviews2017
    Dev: Game Ever Studio
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Arcade Mayhem Juanito is a retro experience about arcade-hopping. Teleport into different video games, play with unique mechanics inspired by well-known arcade games, face stunningly animated bosses and join the fight against the clonocell invasion.

    Why similar: Action 26.4%, Arcade 19.1%, Bullet Hell 19%, Indie 18.9%, Difficult 16.6%

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    68% matchMostly Positive74% of 133 reviews2019
    Dev: Ant Workshop LtdPub: Headup
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Dead End Job sends you into a madcap, Ren & Stimpy-esque world to bust up ghosts. It’s a procedurally generated, couch co-op, twin-stick shooter that straps a vacuum pack to your back and puts a plasma blaster in your hand. For you, it’s just another day in the office.

    Why similar: Local Co-Op 29%, Top-Down Shooter 26.6%, Action 18.2%, Indie 10.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 9.7%

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    64% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
    Dev: Accidently AwesomePub: PID Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Shoot and dash your way through frantic missions! A twin-stick shooter set in a rotating world. Unlock weapons, move quickly and fight tons of bosses.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.4%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Difficult 12.2%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 8.6%

  56. #56 Crimsonland
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 3,083 reviews2014
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 7.3 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Thousands of aliens, giant spiders, mutant lizards, and more are on the attack - can you survive the onslaught? Crimsonland is a top-down shooter with a touch of RPG. Unlock over 30 weapons and over 50 perks from quirky to brutal. Complete the quest and show your skills in five survival modes.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.5%, Local Co-Op 21%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Action 10.9%, Shooter 10.7%

  57. #57 Dead
    66% matchVery Positive91% of 276 reviews2018
    Dev: Alec SmithPub: Milo Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    The universe wants you dead. Take on the ten great spirits of the universe in this intense boss fighting challenge!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.1%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Action 14.4%, Difficult 12.7%

  58. #58 Grand Brix Shooter
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 82 reviews2019
    Dev: Intragames
    Windows

    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 26.2%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Action 13.5%, Difficult 13%, Arcade 11.3%

  59. #59 Half Hour Hexagon
    65% matchVery Positive84% of 112 reviews2023
    Dev: Carson Kompon
    Windows

    Obliterate a never-ending horde of enemies while you attempt to reach the 30 minute mark. Race to earn XP and level up to gain new items and opportunities for each run to become stronger than the last.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Arcade 10.7%, Shooter 10.4%

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