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RYZY NYIL
Vertical-scrolling 2D shooting game with three types of weapons

Castle of Shikigami
Castle of Shikigami is a dark, supernatural vertically-scrolling shoot-’em-up classic. Summer, 2005: Tokyo's Metropolitan Police Force is investigating an occult serial killer. Specialists have been called in to investigate. The case is called “The Castle of Shikigami Incident”.
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- #1 RYZY NYIL96% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025Dev: SB_Games_PublicWindows
Vertical-scrolling 2D shooting game with three types of weapons
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Action 13.7%, Arcade 12.7%
- #2 Castle of Shikigami97% matchMixed60% of 120 reviews2017Dev: Cosmo MachiaPub: Cosmo Machia inc.WindowsMedian: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Castle of Shikigami is a dark, supernatural vertically-scrolling shoot-’em-up classic. Summer, 2005: Tokyo's Metropolitan Police Force is investigating an occult serial killer. Specialists have been called in to investigate. The case is called “The Castle of Shikigami Incident”.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.3%, Bullet Hell 22.2%, Action 21.9%, Arcade 8.2%, Anime 7.4%
- #3 ELYSION95% matchMostly Positive79% of 28 reviews2019Dev: RONIN GAMESWindows
Do you like watching cute girls kick butt? ELYSION is a new 2D Sci-fi side scroller shooting game! ! While the girls are all unique and cutesy, journey with them to delve deep into the story and world of ELYSION! Your mission to save the world begins here!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Bullet Hell 25%, Adventure 17%, Action 13.1%, Anime 10.1%
- #4 Endless Is Near94% matchNo user reviews2025Dev: Pachi-SoftWindows
How deep can you dive into an abyss that is Endless?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.1%, Bullet Hell 29.1%, Score Attack 10.9%, Action 9.6%, Arcade 7.2%
- #5 Mike and the Zombies92% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023Dev: Arthur de Souza VasconcelosPub: Unleavened GamesWindows · Linux
The gas runned out and you're in the middle of nowhere! Now it's time to kick, shoot, fire and rip apart zombies and monsters in this 80's thriller platform game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Adventure 16.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Action 11.9%
- #6 Dormant - Episode Galatea #1 -93% matchNo user reviews2022Dev: リンクス螺旋機関Windows
LynxHelixEngine's first shoot'em up game."Dormant - Episode Galatea #1 -"The aim is to create a game that even inexperienced players can enjoy with simple controls and auto-bomb equivalent Drive.Please look forward to a science fiction story with fascinating characters.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Bullet Hell 21%, Philosophical 21%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Action 7.8%
- #7 XIIZEAL91% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODOWindowsMedian: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.7%, Action 23.2%, Bullet Hell 18%, Arcade 11.1%
- #8 DoDonPachi Resurrection90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,051 reviews2016Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODOWindowsMedian: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43%, Bullet Hell 34.2%, Arcade 9.6%, Anime 6.6%, Action 5.5%
- #9 Gunvein89% matchVery Positive97% of 212 reviews2022Dev: NGDEVWindows
Gunvein is a dynamic, aggression-based bullet hell shoot em up where you use lock on lasers, charged weapons, bombs & hypers to overwhelm the enemies before they overwhelm you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.1%, Bullet Hell 26.7%, Arcade 11.9%, Action 10.7%, 2D 4%
- #10 Mamorukun ReCurse!89% matchVery Positive97% of 60 reviews2025Dev: CITY CONNECTIONWindows
Everyone, gather at the YO-KAI Disco! The cursed shooting party begins! All past game modes, additional characters, and BGM are included at once!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, 2D Platformer 18.3%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Arcade 12.4%, Action 12.1%
- #11 Crystal Breaker88% matchPositive84% of 32 reviews2024Dev: TERARIN GAMESWindows
Shoot the enemy at close range! Crystal Breaker is a vertically scrolling shmup that focuses on close range attack.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.4%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Arcade 12.9%, Action 9.5%, Score Attack 9.4%
- #12 Cybxus Heart86% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn GamesWindows
Cybxus Hearts inspired by classic Japanese shooting games. This is a game where you control three different characters at the same time.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.2%, Bullet Hell 29.8%, Arcade 11.9%, Action 11.2%, Score Attack 6.4%
- #13 Space Ship Infinity84% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2021Dev: Lucas LimaPub: Made In HouseWindows
Returning to the classic style of spaceship games in pixel art. Survive in space as many enemy ships and anything else that can destroy your ship, get all the advantages and improvements available to get your best score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, 2D Platformer 15%, Action 14.2%, Arcade 10.7%
- #14 Mushihimesama84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,525 reviews2015Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODOWindowsMedian: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 41.8%, Bullet Hell 35.3%, Arcade 10.1%, Anime 5.9%, Action 5.3%
- #15 Quad Blaster83% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024Dev: JuritobiWindows
A small shoot 'em up that combines the charm of retro arcades with innovative gameplay mechanics, delivering a fresh yet familiar experience. A single coin gives you as many attempts as you want to get the world's high score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.1%, Bullet Hell 33.2%, Arcade 17.5%, Action 2.2%
- #16 BLUE REVOLVER82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 858 reviews2016Dev: danboPub: Stellar CircleWindows · Mac · LinuxMedian: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 50.6%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Arcade 8.2%, Anime 6.8%, Action 6.2%
- #17 Raiden V: Director's Cut | 雷電 V Director's Cut | 雷電V:導演剪輯版82% matchMixed56% of 527 reviews2017Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive GamesWindowsMedian: 42 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Arcade hit Raiden first left its mark on the shooting genre 25 years ago. The easy to learn, hard to master series comes to the PC in its most modern and advanced form yet! Join the war for Earth's future-where the tide of battle holds constant surprises.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.6%, Bullet Hell 24.8%, Arcade 13.6%, Action 12%
- #18 Steel Vampire81% matchVery Positive91% of 97 reviews2018Dev: AkiragoyaPub: Henteko DoujinWindowsMedian: 48 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Hear the shrieks of colliding metal! Behold the true form of steel! An explosive onslaught of shooting action!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.8%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Action 12.7%, Arcade 9.9%, Anime 6.1%
- #19 Karous77% matchPositive93% of 30 reviews2026Dev: RS34Windows
Slash, shoot, guard, grow! Karous, a Dreamcast shoot 'em up originally released back in 2007, is now soaring onto PC. Play as Karous, a girl who lost her parents in a great war with humans. Driven by her father's dying words, she descends to Earth in search of the Sanguis Dei.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.7%, Bullet Hell 29.2%, Arcade 13.3%, Action 7.4%, 2D 4.6%
- #20 Aces of the Luftwaffe80% matchMixed63% of 161 reviews2015Dev: HandyGamesWindowsMedian: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%
YOU have to show what you’re made of as the war over Europe is in full swing. Fight waves of Axis planes and panzers until you hit the boss enemies – the ACES OF THE LUFTWAFFE.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.1%, Bullet Hell 27.9%, Action 23%
- #21 Vector Strain79% matchMostly Positive76% of 70 reviews2015Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONSWindowsMedian: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Addictive fast-paced shoot-em-up with beautiful 3D graphics and an amazing soundtrack. 5 ships to choose from and 5 action-packed Stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46%, Bullet Hell 28.5%, Action 13.8%, Arcade 11.7%
- #22 ETHER VAPOR Remaster79% matchMostly Positive77% of 316 reviews2012Dev: EdelweissPub: PLAYISMWindowsMedian: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Ether Vapor Remaster is a cinematic 3D arcade shooter and visual treat from developer Edelweiss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 63.5%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Anime 9.7%, Action 8.7%, Arcade 5.1%
- #23 Blazend78% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2022Dev: Rich GamesWindows
Blaze through 7 action packed levels in this sci-fi shoot 'em up made to test even the toughest of shmup veterans. No tricks and no gimmicks; all you have is your raw skill. Board the Phoenix G7, and blast those alien lifeforms to interstellar space!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Action 14%, Arcade 13.6%, Anime 8.3%
- #24 Deathsmiles76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 609 reviews2016Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODOWindowsMedian: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.5%, Bullet Hell 32.2%, Arcade 9%, Anime 7.6%, Action 6.7%
- #25 Warding Witches77% matchNo user reviewsDev: SonorodePub: HeadupWindows · Linux
Warding Witches offers a classic, unapologetic bullet hell shoot ‘em up challenge while also putting defense into players’ hands. Experience an adrenaline-filled flow alternating between attacking, defending and dodging, amplified by an intuitive scoring system that weaves into gameplay seamlessly.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.3%, Bullet Hell 30.1%, Arcade 13.1%, Action 8.5%, Anime 6.7%
- #26 Xenoslaive Overdrive76% matchMixed55% of 11 reviews2017Dev: EVXIOWindows
Xenoslaive Overdrive is a fractal bullet shoot-em-up. Specially made for players to feel the thrill from various challenging aspects. Shoot! Survive all enemy bullets! Defeat their bosses, and save the world!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.9%, Bullet Hell 31.7%, Action 24.4%
- #27 Shikhondo(食魂徒) - Soul Eater75% matchVery Positive83% of 216 reviews2017Dev: DeerFarmWindows
Select one of the Grim Reaper or girl. Find escaped yokai from limbo, extricate soul that they absorbed. You must reseal them after
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.5%, Bullet Hell 31.5%, Action 10.9%, Anime 7.4%, Arcade 6%
- #28 Compact Plasma Gears72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025Dev: Pliesnetsov SerhiiWindows
Embark on a retro-shoot-'em-up task to fight space pirates, industrial equipment, archeotech and, probably, space gods. Engage enemies in increasingly cruel levels, fight vile bosses, uncover secrets and pursue the call of ancient technologies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.9%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Arcade 11.2%, Anime 9.3%, Action 7.8%
- #29 Revolution Ace74% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,880 reviews2014Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLCWindowsMedian: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 53.6%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Action 9.1%, Arcade 7.7%, Adventure 4.3%
- #30 Sine Mora74% matchVery Positive82% of 940 reviews2012Dev: Digital RealityPub: HandyGamesWindowsMedian: 48 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Sine Mora is a horizontal shoot'em up that provides a unique take on challenge, where time is the ultimate factor.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 58.4%, Bullet Hell 24.4%, Arcade 9%, Action 8%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #31 GunBird - 271% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2026Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOXWindows
Four years after their previous work “GUNBIRD,” a new, even more powerful five-member group has arrived.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Action 13.5%, Arcade 12.8%, Adventure 11.5%
- #32 BLASTER MAYHEM73% matchNo user reviewsDev: StormduckWindows
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 39.7%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Arcade 11.6%, Score Attack 11.1%, Action 9.1%
- #33 Danmaku Unlimited 271% matchVery Positive93% of 481 reviews2014Dev: Doragon EntertainmentWindowsMedian: 42 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Classic Japanese style vertical manic shooting action! Shoot, dodge and explode your way through the second entry in the critically acclaimed Danmaku Unlimited series. Battle through nail-biting bullet patterns and compete for dominance on the global leaderboard!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.9%, Bullet Hell 39.6%, Action 7.2%, Arcade 6.3%
- #34 Trouble Witches Origin - Episode1 Daughters of Amalgam -70% matchVery Positive94% of 217 reviews2016Dev: Studio SiestAPub: Rocket-Engine Co.,Ltd.WindowsMedian: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
That witches come back undergone a power-up further! New character is entered! All 6stages Arcade version of all re-adjust the resolution of the base in 1280x720! "Magic Circle system" is easy-to-use adjustment! Full voice all by the story undergoes new writing.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.5%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Action 21%, Anime 11.8%, Arcade 5.5%
- #35 Ad SHOOt(アドシュー)69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024Dev: BOCSTE, Ltd.Windows
A 2D vertical scrolling bullet-hell shooter game where you shoot down fictional advertisements. Features 7 stages and full Japanese voice acting.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.3%, Bullet Hell 31.2%, Action 7.8%, Score Attack 6%, Arcade 5.4%
- #36 Devil Engine70% matchVery Positive89% of 142 reviews2019Dev: Protoculture GamesPub: Poppy WorksWindows
A last ditch effort to destroy what was once to be our savior. A final mission to eliminate a disastrous future. A single ship against Earth’s entire military. The Andraste is the only hope to defeat...the Devil Engine.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.9%, Bullet Hell 23.3%, Action 14.6%, Arcade 12%, 2D 3.1%
- #37 RIKI73% matchNo user reviews2024Dev: PRGWindows
Help ranger Riki to fight an unknown menace which could destroy not only the Amazon forest but the entire world. A fast and yet challenging game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Arcade 10.5%, Adventure 10.3%
- #38 Zero Strain70% matchPositive83% of 24 reviews2019Dev: Kaio MerisWindows
Move, shoot, and dodge in this hyper-fast top-down shooter. Descend into the depths of uncharted dimensions and destroy everything in your path!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Action 23.1%, Bullet Hell 22.4%, Anime 10.9%, Arcade 10.3%
- #39 Radirgy Swag66% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2026Dev: RS34Windows
Dodge, slash, and shoot your way through waves of enemies while collecting items. Blast off on a quick trip toward the Moon in Radio-allergic Shoot ’Em Up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.2%, Bullet Hell 37.1%, Action 12.2%, 2D 4.9%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #40 Little Red Rocket Ship69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021Dev: RandomWindows
Little Red Rocket Ship is a bullet hell game with shoot-'em-up and platforming sections, featuring challenging but short levels and multiple weapon and ship options.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, 2D Platformer 15.6%, Adventure 9.5%, Arcade 8.9%
- #41 Gun Wings69% matchVery Positive88% of 418 reviews2015Dev: Mercury StonePub: DigitalEZWindowsMedian: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A mysterious meteorite from deep space was detected approaching the Solar System, before the meteorite is due to hit the Earth, three of the girls who had their bodies modified as weapons are sent, along with all the hopes of humanity, to destroy the meteorite and save mankind...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.1%, Bullet Hell 30.4%, Anime 13.8%, Action 10.1%, Arcade 3.9%
- #42 Hime Cut68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024Dev: Yugo FurihataPub: PgamesWindows
"Hime Cut" is a one-on-one 2D shooting game. Aim for a high score as you clear the wave!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.8%, 2D Platformer 25.5%, Bullet Hell 14%, Action 10.7%, Score Attack 7.9%
- #43 Stellarium72% matchNo user reviews2023Dev: ArcariumWindows
Ride around the many galaxies of Stellarium in a hectic vertical bullet hell, facing off all kinds of creatures and dodging giant storms of bullets.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.1%, Bullet Hell 32.5%, Arcade 12.9%, Action 10.7%, 2D 4%
- #44 Deathsmiles I・II67% matchVery Positive95% of 110 reviews2022Dev: CITY CONNECTIONWindows
Angels swooping across a disastrous sky! The shoot 'em up of gothic horrors is back
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Bullet Hell 20%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Arcade 10.6%, Anime 8%
- #45 Caladrius Blaze68% matchVery Positive85% of 418 reviews2017Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.WindowsMedian: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
An epic tale that begins from shooting missiles! The newest work of the Caladrius series with lots of new features that exceeds the original story!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40%, Bullet Hell 28.2%, Action 14%, Anime 10.5%, Arcade 7.3%
- #46 Industriality71% matchNo user reviews2021Dev: CuberZPub: CasGameWindows
Future, Robots have invaded the planet and terrorized cities. Artificial intelligence is out of control. Only the Hero can stop this madness.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Adventure 25.1%, Action 17%, Arcade 13.6%, Atmospheric 9.3%
- #47 Danmaku Unlimited 367% matchVery Positive87% of 240 reviews2017Dev: Doragon EntertainmentWindowsMedian: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 43.7%, Bullet Hell 35.1%, Action 10.9%, Arcade 10.4%
- #48 Echoes+67% matchVery Positive92% of 857 reviews2015Dev: Binary ZooWindows · MacMedian: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%
Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.5%, Bullet Hell 30.6%, Action 18.3%, Arcade 9.8%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #49 Shikhondo: Youkai Rampage65% matchVery Positive85% of 80 reviews2024Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.Windows
Popular vertically scrolling shoot'em up game Shikhondo is back and powered up! One day, the soul-starved Youkai escape from the depths of hell. Now, the story of the Grim Reaper and the girl who has fallen into this land begins!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.9%, Bullet Hell 26.2%, Arcade 13.5%, Action 10.4%, Anime 8.8%
- #50 BULLET SOUL67% matchVery Positive84% of 73 reviews2017Dev: MAGES. Inc.WindowsMedian: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Blending classic shooting game design with a substantial dose of modern day bullet hell and flashy pyrotechnics, Bullet Soul has it all! Play through multiple modes, all designed to welcome newcomers to the genre, but also challenge experts aiming for ever higher scores.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.9%, Bullet Hell 27.7%, Action 13.4%, Anime 12%
