- #1 Omega Survivors
97% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: AstroMonkey
Windows
Omega Survivor is a sci-fi bullet hell, part of the new "Survivor" genre with loot, crafting and lots of alien blasting to be done. The perfect game for those that just want to relax and turn off their brain.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.9%, Top-Down 18.2%, Action 13.7%, Shooter 13.5%, Combat 9.5%
- #2 Sweezy Gunner
96% matchVery Positive83% of 243 reviews2014
Dev: Windybeard
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Sweezy Gunner is an eye melting, brain bending, mouse squeezing 2D Shoot em up. destroy everything in your path, Upgrade the Sweezy Gunner ship. A Large open World! Travel through the lush green fields, frozen tundra and arid desert. Explore the depths of the many dungeons, caves and temples and collect that tasty loot!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.5%, Space 24.4%, Action 17.6%, Shooter 9.7%, Indie 6.8%
- #3 Shape VS Shapes
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Matthew GrumanPub: Gruman Co
Mac
Shape VS Shapes is a fast-paced arcade game. Blast your way through 50+timed levels or go for a high score in Endless Mode!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.8%, Space 19.4%, Action 15.5%, Combat 14.8%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #4 Xylon
94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Jordan Fayd'herbe
Windows
A fast-paced retro shoot 'em up where you dodge bullets, upgrade your ship, and battle escalating waves of enemies and bosses.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 61.2%, Space 22.4%, Action 13.1%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #5 Dream of YukiHana
94% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Mr.JX
Windows
A fan-made bullet hell shooting game featuring "Hololive 5th Generation" as the main characters, with "Yukihana Lamy" at the center of the story.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 57.7%, Shooter 15.6%, Action 12.1%, Combat 10%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #6 Coffin Hunter
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ObsessionSoft
Windows
You owe the Helix a very specific soul. Hunt for coffins, harvest rare souls, and build the ultimate killing machine in this fast-paced roguelite. Survive faction wars, hunt bounty hunters, and find a way to reach the Kingpin in the lawless Marupto Rift.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.3%, Space 20.3%, Top-Down 18.6%, Action 13.8%, Singleplayer 3%
- #7 One Life
92% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Hummus Studios
Windows
One hit death bullet hell action featuring upgrades, unlockable abilities, hats and you.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49%, Top-Down 16.5%, Shooter 13.4%, Action 8.9%, Combat 8.4%
- #8 Atomic Cosmos
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MakerPub: Invisible Promise
Windows
Atomic Cosmos is a bullet hell game that takes place on a small planet. Avoid meteors, lasers, and random events to survive as long as possible.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.7%, Space 27.2%, Action 17.6%, Singleplayer 3.3%, Indie 2.2%
- #9 Gun Up
91% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Horsepower Interactive
Windows
Kill the undead, get new weapons, combine weapons, kill even more undead! Over 20 weapons, INFINITE combinations. Featuring different locations to play and survive. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 50.4%, Top-Down 17.5%, Shooter 12%, Action 9.5%, Combat 7.6%
- #10 The Battle of Aurinoxia
89% matchPositive75% of 12 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: Bullet Hell 46%, Top-Down 14.3%, Space 12.8%, Shooter 11.9%, Action 8%
- #11 EasySimple2DShootingGame
90% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: ColaGames
Windows
Easy and Simple and 2D and Shooting game
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.2%, Space 22.9%, Shooter 20.9%, Singleplayer 5.6%, Indie 2.4%
- #12 Fiery Rivaz
89% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Tim Nicolai
Windows
Fiery Rivaz - Reanimate Shmups !!! It's time to revive the shmup genre. You can expect a shooter that focuses on varied and innovative level design. It is accompanied by cool 3d graphics and a great soundtrack.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.9%, Space 17.1%, Top-Down 14.8%, Shooter 14.1%, Action 13.5%
- #13 Nano Squadron
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Rough Sawn Games
Windows · Linux
Nano Squadron is a top-down space roguelite where your nanobot ship evolves mid-battle. Survive relentless alien waves, stack powerful upgrades, and build a ship capable of defending Earth.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.3%, Space 21.1%, Top-Down 17.5%, Action 8.5%, Combat 5.8%
- #14 Arcade Forever
87% 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: Bullet Hell 37.8%, Space 19%, Top-Down 15.3%, Shooter 12.2%, Action 7.9%
- #15 Star Jet Alpha
86% 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: Bullet Hell 34.4%, Space 24.7%, Top-Down 12.5%, Shooter 11.2%, Action 8.2%
- #16 Grave Space
86% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Mojo Trio Games
Windows
Pilot through 10 progressive levels in this SNES/SEGA style 90's retro side scroller/bullet hell.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.5%, Space 16.8%, Shooter 14.6%, Action 11.2%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #17 ITZO
85% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: GRRRVERSE
Windows · Mac
ITZO is a retro style scrolling shooter and bullet hell game where you play as the best (and most ruthless) agent in space: ITZO! You have the mission to prevent an incoming interplanetary conflict… How are you going to do it? Easy. With bullets, destruction, chaos and no diplomacy!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.6%, Space 26.7%, Shooter 13.4%, Action 7.9%, Singleplayer 2%
- #18 G-Scramble
84% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: SB_Games_Public
Windows
Vertical Scrolling 2D Shooting Game Created by Shooting Game Builder
Why similar: Bullet Hell 63.9%, Shooter 17.2%, Action 13.4%, Singleplayer 3.2%, Indie 2.2%
- #19 Space Horde Attack
84% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: GameProdTeam
Windows
Collect weapons and destroy enemy ships
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.5%, Space 23.4%, Top-Down 11%, Shooter 10.4%, Combat 9.4%
- #20 Frame Machina - OcularZero
83% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Demigrz
Windows
Hardcore arcade survival shooter where you pilot a mech completely blind to the battlefield. Your only sight? The minimap. With relentless waves of enemies closing in, precise movement, and total awareness are your only chances at survival. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.1%, Top-Down 19%, Shooter 12.9%, Combat 12.6%, Action 8.8%
- #21 Raven Fighter
82% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: KY StudioPub: KY Studio
Windows
Raven Fighter is a classic shoot‘em and roguelite game where players can customize their favorite weapons to defeat the final boss. Different weapon combinations result in varied outputs, accompanied by rich visual effects for an enhanced gaming experience.
Why similar: Space 38.7%, Combat 20%, Action 12.5%, Top-Down 11.2%, Shooter 8.7%
- #22 Shin Galaxy - Alpha War
82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: AJ To The Moon
Windows · Mac · Linux
A space shooter game with RPG mechanics. Players will be able to improve their ships to tackle the challenges ahead, as well as buy better ships and customize them.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.4%, Space 15.6%, Action 13.4%, Top-Down 12.6%, Shooter 12%
- #23 Dark Old Sun II: Unspace
80% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: SN!Somos Nerds
Windows · Linux
In Dark Old Sun II: UNSPACE, embark on an epic journey through a decaying universe. This exploratory roguelike features the looming threat of UNSPACE, as the mighty sun fades and humanity weakens. Equip various weapons that grow increasingly powerful.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.1%, Space 15.5%, Action 13.6%, Shooter 12.5%, Top-Down 12%
- #24 Jasper Redds vs The Ares Belt
81% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Ares Belt Software
Windows
Experience intense, fast-paced action as you dodge enemy fire, collect Xsteel scrap, and upgrade powerful ship systems. Navigate across beautiful expanses of the galaxy in levels filled with challenging foes and epic boss battles.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.1%, Shooter 16.2%, Action 16.2%, Top-Down 14.9%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #25 1x! Space Adventure
81% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Lunar Madcap
Windows
1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.9%, Action 14.8%, Space 14.2%, Shooter 13.9%, Top-Down 12.9%
- #26 Nuts Space Shooter
79% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: IT's Nuts
Windows · Linux
Repel extraterrestrial entities!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.3%, Space 25%, Top-Down 14.5%, Shooter 11%, Action 8.2%
- #27 XenoRaptor
79% matchVery Positive82% of 173 reviews2019
Dev: Peter ClearyPub: -
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Take control of a cyberdragon and annihilate swarms of rocket propelled chainsaws either online or via LAN in this high speed, high skill 8 player co-op twinstick shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.9%, Space 26.5%, Action 13.5%, Shooter 10.1%, Indie 5%
- #28 Waifu Space Conquest
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Sweet Banana GamesPub: Gamuzumi
Windows · Linux
In Waifu Space Conquest you can play a nostalgic arcade game. Conquer all the space to pass the level. Confine the aliens in your claimed space to kill them.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 52.6%, Shooter 15.1%, Space 13.8%, Action 9.7%, Combat 5.6%
- #29 Toi 2 Attack
78% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: time 1
Windows
Emperor Zaroc's forces invaded the planet Toi destroy the boss and regain control of the planet
Why similar: Space 33.2%, Shooter 20.3%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Combat 14.3%, Action 10%
- #30 EpicRecovery
77% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: UtatoraDeveloper
Windows
A shooter game with endless fun of turning back and forth. The game system is simple, with a short stage lasting less than one minute, in which you aim for a high score until you run out of remaining airplanes.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 45.9%, Space 20.5%, Shooter 16.2%, Action 15.1%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #31 AREA WARS™
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: RexoPub: STUDIO.D0DO
Windows
AREA WARS™ is a fast-paced 2D omnidirectional shooter where you battle enemies from every direction in a constantly changing enclosed area. Defeated enemies trigger chain explosions that engulf nearby foes and boost your score multiplier. Built for short, repeatable runs with score-focused gameplay.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 47.8%, Top-Down 14.6%, Space 12.5%, Shooter 12.5%, Action 7.8%
- #32 Splinters of Regret
76% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: Shatterbox Studios
Windows
Splinters of Regret is an atmospheric, action bullet hell where you fight your way through manifestations of your regrets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.4%, Top-Down 24.8%, Combat 17.1%, Action 10.8%, Singleplayer 4.5%
- #33 Karakia Shooter
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: John Caruso
Windows
Fast Paced, Bullet Hell Retro Shooter! Shoot down enemies and dodge everything. Fight through 17 intense levels with 6 insane boss fights. Do you have what it takes to beat the game?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.1%, Space 19.5%, Shooter 12.3%, Action 9.2%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #34 Laser Hell
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: VixenPub: Medieval Vixens
Windows
A fast-paced and minimalist game where you aim to live as long as you can, to climb higher on the leaderboard.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.6%, Top-Down 22.2%, Action 18.5%, Singleplayer 3.4%, Indie 2.3%
- #35 HyperFeat
76% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: LobianGames
Windows
A top down 2D space shooter bullethell with roguelike elements awaits you. Dodge, weave and shoot your way through waves of enemies while gaining upgrades trying to survive as long as possible.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.4%, Space 23%, Top-Down 10.4%, Action 8%, Shooter 7.6%
- #36 mummification
75% match8 user reviews38% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: Archor WrightPub: Archor Games
Windows
mummification - Fight ravenous mummies and cooperate with your AI teammates to survive !
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.7%, Action 17.6%, Shooter 17.3%, Combat 12.4%, Singleplayer 3%
- #37 Seven Suns of Orion
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: FerroFerrous
Windows
A fast paced bullet heaven, control your Sci-fi spaceships with semi-newtonian physics. Last 7 minutes against the drone armada until their boss arrives and fight your way to freedom! Use planetary gravity and other hazards to dodge superior numbers. Collect and combine weapons for maximum firepower
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.7%, Space 13.6%, Action 13.1%, Top-Down 13%, Shooter 13%
- #38 雪景花 -Sekka the Gleam-
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 秋空シンセシス
Windows
「視界を遮断(とざ)して――敵を討て」視界を閉ざすと、敵の攻撃予兆が見える。敵の視界を潜り抜けて戦う、新感覚・ステルス弾幕シューティングゲーム。
Why similar: Bullet Hell 63.5%, Shooter 17.1%, Action 14.2%, Singleplayer 3.1%, Indie 2.1%
- #39 Flowershop Master Yuukarin!
72% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: TeamNG
Windows
Yuuka Kazami is running a flower shop?! In [Flowershop Master Yuukarin!], Yuuka tries to run a flowr shop in Gensokyo, which has been suddenly dominated by foodie culture.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 56.9%, Action 19.9%, Shooter 19.3%, Singleplayer 3.9%
- #40 Just Dodge, LOL
73% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Gretham
Windows
When you have no weapon, no magic and no help - just dodge. Complete a set of trials to prove that you are a Dodge Grandmaster!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 46.5%, Top-Down 29%, Action 17.3%, Singleplayer 5.3%, Indie 2%
- #41 Space Direct
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Eyelight Studio
Windows
Space Direct is a space-adventure game where you play as the pilot who survived a battle and has joined a new force to save the universe. Explore various worlds, uncover mysteries, and unravel the grand secrets of the universe.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.4%, Action 17.8%, Space 17%, Combat 10.3%, Singleplayer 3.3%
- #42 Dragon Survivors
72% matchMixed50% of 26 reviews2023
Dev: Ray Trace Interactive
Windows
Valkathien has returned! Choose a mighty warrior to play as, and fight through hordes of enemies in a pulse pounding action game. Gather power ups, increase your strength, and see if you have the skill to last long enough to challenge the Dragon. Battle against fate.Prove yourself a Dragon Survivor!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 52.4%, Top-Down 22.1%, Combat 14.7%, Action 5.3%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #43 Infernae
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Two Toads
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fear is not a shield. Only those who face it will survive this adrenaline-pumping bullet hell boss rush.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 57.3%, Top-Down 22.3%, Action 17.7%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #44 StormBonk
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Edenvind
Windows
A fast, addictive space run where you weave through meteors, blast obstacles, collect coins, and survive wave after wave of rising danger.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.9%, Space 17.8%, Top-Down 16%, Shooter 12.4%, Action 5.9%
- #45 Nova Strike
71% matchMixed64% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Fire up your blaster cannons and take on waves of enemies in this retro shoot'em up with procedural levels. Come back stronger with each attempt and beat the high score!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.1%, Space 18.5%, Top-Down 15.7%, Shooter 10%, Action 9.4%
- #46 Vanquish The Eternal
68% matchPositive100% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: WilhelmGStudios
Windows
Vanquish The Eternal is an arcade inspired skill based roguelite. You play as the strongest among the living, and must fight off hordes of the damned on All Hallows Eve. Choose from a variety of upgrades, abilities, and talents to survive until the clock strikes midnight.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 58.2%, Top-Down 19.4%, Action 11%, Combat 8.1%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #47 Polygon Attack
70% matchVery Positive88% of 268 reviews2016
Dev: Magnolia Art
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Break through unlimited waves of enemies and fight unpredictable bosses!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.1%, Space 26.9%, Top-Down 14.6%, Shooter 10.3%, Action 9%
- #48 ORION SHOOTER - オリオンシューター
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: BOM LLC
Windows
Orion Shooter is an easy-to-play side-scrolling shooter game created with the desire to "liven up our hometown, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture!" We hope you enjoy the local feel that permeates the game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 61.5%, Shooter 16.5%, Action 14.5%, Indie 4.1%, Singleplayer 3.3%
- #49 DemonStar
68% matchVery Positive95% of 241 reviews2023
Dev: Scott Host
Windows
The shareware legend DemonStar comes soaring back with new game modes and revised gameplay. Originally published in 1997, DemonStar has earned the Computer Gaming World's "Shareware Game of the Year 1999" award..
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43%, Top-Down 15.7%, Space 14.4%, Shooter 11.5%, Action 7.7%
- #50 Astar Solis
70% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Rooklift Labs
Windows
A minimalistic 2D shoot-em-up, based on dodging bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 56.3%, Space 14.5%, Shooter 13.1%, Action 9.5%, Singleplayer 4.8%
- #51 Just Random Squares
70% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: PN
Windows
A simple, action-packed, arcade bullet hell game with progression system and some roguelite elements, where almost everything is a square! There are 100 randomized waves of enemies to beat, which includes 4 deadly boss encounters.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 72.9%, Action 8.7%, Top-Down 8.2%, Shooter 5.1%, Indie 3.5%
- #52 Laser Droplets
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Kikashi Online
Windows · Mac
Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.5%, Space 13.6%, Top-Down 13.5%, Action 12.1%, Shooter 7.7%
- #53 Pilot Force Simulator
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hard Shark Games
Windows
Pilot Force Simulator throws you into the heart of a chaotic space battle. Dodge waves of bullets, feel the thrill of near-misses, and unleash powerful attacks in an intense, fast-paced fight through the stars!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49%, Space 29.3%, Action 11.1%, Shooter 6.3%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #54 Zaxtron EXPLUS
66% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: RUOKPub: MBC Entertainment
Windows
ZAXTRON EXPLUS is a fast-paced 1980s-style SHMUP/STG with bright graphics, challenging bosses and loads of secrets to find!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.4%, Action 17.6%, Shooter 17.2%, Combat 12.4%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #55 SEISO
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Solrygane
Windows
SEISO is a high-octane bullet hell designed for pure adrenaline. Face relentless waves of enemies, master your reflexes, and climb the global leaderboards in this minimalist, neon-soaked action experience.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 68.6%, Action 22.5%, Singleplayer 6%, Indie 2.8%
- #56 TAOTH - The Adventures of the Herkulez
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Andreas Ammer
Windows · Linux
A mouse controlled vertical scroller/shooter (with bonus mazes)
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35%, Space 23.5%, Action 20.5%, Shooter 13.1%, Indie 7.9%
- #57 SomethingWithSpace
67% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Andres GonzalezPub: Amino Acid Studios
Windows
A desolate and derelict station has been uncovered. You've been tasked with investigating, only to find the station's automated defenses are still active! How is it still... "alive"? Pilot your ship and find out! Can you make it out... "alive"? This helps me get through school! Hope you enjoy!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.4%, Space 36.2%, Action 9%, Shooter 6.3%, Singleplayer 2.6%
- #58 Modulea
67% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: EndWish
Windows
Defend Modulea! Dodge bullet hell, combine modules, and fight off waves of enemies with your custom-built space battleship in this roguelike action shooter!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.3%, Space 20.7%, Top-Down 11.1%, Combat 9.5%, Shooter 8%
- #59 Draco Space X
68% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Abraham Eduardo Zarate Mejia
Windows
2D Arcade space action game, in which you will face different challenges. You must manage to kill your enemies or survive from them! Venture to discover a new universe full of lights!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.3%, Space 14.9%, Shooter 14.5%, Action 13.9%, Combat 9.6%