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Games Like God Is Debt

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Bullet Hell, Shoot 'Em Up, Action, Shooter.

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God is Debt is a satirical Shoot 'em up that takes place in a world where the worship of capitalism resulted in the birth of a new pantheon. Each deity represents one of the many horrors that thrive under our profit-based society. When capitalism ascended, heresy became our salvation.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: 2026-04-01
Developer: Umaya
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    75% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2021
    Dev: Team Overloaded
    Windows

    Engage in an action packed shoot em' up adventure! Choose from 4 powerful fighters and fight through 5 intense stages! Multiple tough and challenging bosses stand in your way, so use the insanity system BLANK STAND to erase them all!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Bullet Hell 26%, Dystopian 13.6%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 7.2%

  2. #2 Karous
    69% matchPositive93% of 30 reviews2026
    Dev: RS34
    Windows

    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 39.6%, Bullet Hell 29%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 10%, Action 4.2%

  3. #3 Nevultra
    68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Zoblin Multimedia
    Windows

    Nevultra is an exciting shoot'em up that will take you back to the 8bit/16bit era. The protagonist, Nina, needs your help to reach her destination in deep space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.2%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Dystopian 11.8%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.1%

  4. #4 東方眠世界 ~ Wonderful Waking World
    67% matchVery Positive98% of 291 reviews2022
    Dev: Oligarchomp
    Windows

    A simplistic, dynamic Touhou fangame bullet hell shmup with a pixel art esthetic. Shoot down your enemies and dodge your way through an incessant barrage of projectiles!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.4%, Action 5.5%

  5. #5 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    66% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Bullet Hell 28.6%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 8.4%, Action 5%

  6. #6 Radirgy Swag
    65% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2026
    Dev: RS34
    Windows

    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 39.4%, Bullet Hell 37.1%, Shooter 12.4%, Action 6.9%, 2D 3.2%

  7. #7 Gunvein
    66% matchVery Positive97% of 211 reviews2022
    Dev: NGDEV
    Windows

    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 44%, Bullet Hell 28.5%, Arcade 9.6%, Shooter 8.2%, Action 6.4%

  8. #8 Raiden V: Director's Cut | 雷電 V Director's Cut | 雷電V:導演剪輯版
    68% matchMixed56% of 526 reviews2017
    Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
    Windows
    Median: 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 45%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 10.4%, Action 6.9%

  9. #9 WOLFLAME
    67% matchVery Positive85% of 115 reviews2016
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.4%, Bullet Hell 21%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%

  10. #10 Lilac 0
    63% matchVery Positive95% of 73 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 33.7%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 6%

  11. #11 Feeble Light
    65% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off as a little star trying to rid the cosmos of angry celestial beings in Feeble Light, a 3-tone pixel art shoot’em up where minimalistic presentation makes way for precision controls and fluid animation!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.6%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 8.6%, Action 5.7%

  12. #12 Andro Dunos II
    64% matchVery Positive93% of 214 reviews2022
    Dev: Picorinne SoftPub: Maximum Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 31%

    The sequel of the famous Shoot'em up from the Visco studio is back, 30 years after the first opus, released exclusively on Neo-Geo MVS and Neo-Geo AES in 1992 . It's time to bring out your good old battle ship in ANDRO DUNOS 2!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.3%, Bullet Hell 24.3%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 8.5%, Action 4.4%

  13. #13 Tiny Pixels Vol. 1 - Ninpo Blast
    64% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Jump on your hoverbike and blast off for unlimited ninja-themed bullet hell mayhem!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.9%, Bullet Hell 27.6%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 8%, Action 5.4%

  14. #14 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
    64% matchVery Positive97% of 356 reviews2021
    Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.2%, Bullet Hell 28.9%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 10.6%, Action 6.8%

  15. #15 Jasper Redds vs The Ares Belt
    68% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Bullet Hell 28.3%, Shooter 15.2%, Action 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

  16. #16 Empyreus
    63% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: Ludi Antiqui
    Windows

    A short, free danmaku bullet hell following two gun-wielding angels as war unfolds in Heaven. Dodge dense Touhou-style patterns, face demanding boss fights, and uncover skill-based secrets in this tight retro experience. Survive the bullet hell and restore the bullet heaven!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Bullet Hell 29.9%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 8.7%, Action 6.2%

  17. #17 ∀stralbringer -Shaded Arkarium-
    63% matchPositive86% of 43 reviews2024
    Dev: Endless Shirafu
    Windows

    Shoot 'em up has reached a new frontier! 2D bullet-hell sci-fi action shooter with mouse control and multiple buttons!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Bullet Hell 28.3%, Dystopian 14.3%, Shooter 9.7%, Action 6%

  18. #18 Golgalian
    63% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Atael
    Windows

    Pilot the tank Golgalian in an endless micro shoot 'em up inspired by arcades old and new. Blast mechs, dodge bullets, and compete on the global leaderboard!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Bullet Hell 23.8%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  19. #19 Danmaku Unlimited 2
    63% matchVery Positive93% of 481 reviews2014
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 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 43.3%, Bullet Hell 41%, Shooter 5%, Arcade 4.9%, Action 4.2%

  20. #20 Magical Blaster
    65% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: reverse snare
    Windows

    High-speed horizontal shmups in which many fairies fight together!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%

  21. #21 4D:XD
    63% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Ryan Brammen
    Windows

    4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Bullet Hell 29.2%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 7.6%, Action 4.8%

  22. #22 Astar Solis
    65% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Rooklift Labs
    Windows

    A minimalistic 2D shoot-em-up, based on dodging bullets.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Bullet Hell 32.5%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 8.2%, Action 5.5%

  23. #23 Zone of Lacryma
    64% matchPositive84% of 31 reviews2018
    Dev: oophok
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Zone of Lacryma is a story driven vertical shmup with 11 levels, highscores, speedrunning, upgrades and more.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Dystopian 26.2%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Shooter 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

  24. #24 Sine Mora
    64% matchVery Positive82% of 940 reviews2012
    Dev: Digital RealityPub: HandyGames
    Windows
    Median: 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 54.7%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Arcade 7.1%, Shooter 6.1%, Action 4.7%

  25. #25 BLASTER MAYHEM
    65% 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 36.6%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Arcade 9%, Shooter 7.4%, Pixel Graphics 6%

  26. #26 AngerForce: Reloaded
    63% matchVery Positive91% of 382 reviews2017
    Dev: Screambox Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    AngerForce: Reloaded is an action-packed vertically scrolling shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades. This high octane experience is set against the backdrop of a 19th century human world that has seen the outbreak of a robot rebellion.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.7%, Bullet Hell 34.9%, Shooter 19.4%

  27. #27 Z-Warp
    62% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2022
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Z-Warp is an intense vertical shoot’em up presented in retro pixel art style, featuring frenetic arcade-inspired action where blasters, bombs and KILLER specials are your only allies.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.3%, Bullet Hell 32.9%, Shooter 13%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Action 5.7%

  28. #28 CRUST SHMUP
    61% matchPositive87% of 30 reviews2024
    Dev: Safe Crackers Entertainment
    Windows

    CRUST PUNK SHOOT 'EM UP. BLAST BEAT BULLET HELL. HARDCORE ANARCHO ARCADE ACTION. BRUTAL, BLEAK, SHORT AND INTENSE. NO SCORE, NO LEADERBOARDS, NO GODS, NO MASTERS. CAVE MEETS NAPALM DEATH.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Bullet Hell 29.5%, Political 19.2%, Shooter 11.6%, Action 6.5%

  29. #29 BLUE REVOLVER
    61% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 855 reviews2016
    Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 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 50.1%, Bullet Hell 29.3%, Arcade 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%, Action 3.9%

  30. #30 Cybxus Heart
    63% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
    Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
    Windows

    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 36.5%, Bullet Hell 32.7%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9.8%, Action 6.9%

  31. #31 DoDonPachi Resurrection
    61% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,050 reviews2016
    Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 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 43.8%, Bullet Hell 39%, Arcade 8.2%, Shooter 4.6%, Action 3.6%

  32. #32 tz mini stg collection
    60% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Tamazusa
    Windows

    This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Bullet Hell 23.8%, Shooter 14%, Arcade 11.6%, Action 9.6%

  33. #33 Quad Blaster
    61% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
    Dev: Juritobi
    Windows

    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 46.9%, Bullet Hell 37%, Arcade 14.6%, Action 1.4%

  34. #34 ASSAULT SHELL 2
    61% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Overloaded
    Windows

    A high-risk, high reward shoot em up as you power yourself and your enemies up to bring utter chaos to the battlefield!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Bullet Hell 30.5%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 8%, Action 5.2%

  35. #35 Project Root
    64% matchMixed50% of 115 reviews2014
    Dev: OPQAMPub: Reverb Triple XP
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 23%

    Project Root the Shoot’em up Evolution.Project Root is a classic shoot’em up with open scenarioswhere the player's skill will be the key to survive.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.9%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 9.8%, Arcade 8.4%

  36. #36 NANOFORCE tactical surgeon fighter
    61% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2023
    Dev: Alec's factory
    Windows

    Climb into the cockpit of an overpowered micro unit and fight against an invisible enemy that threatens the Human race. Progress through numerous enemy waves and bosses across more than 7 levels filled with action, secrets, and more !

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.3%, Bullet Hell 29.5%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 6%, Action 4.9%

  37. #37 Ad SHOOt(アドシュー)
    60% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: 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 39.3%, Bullet Hell 33.2%, Shooter 13.7%, Action 4.7%, Arcade 4.3%

  38. #38 Elon Musk Saves Britain
    60% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Julian Henley
    Windows

    In this 2D platformer, Elon Musk is the superhero on a mission to save the UK from the tyranny of Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, and restore the right of Britons to free speech. As if that wasn't enough, Earth is being invaded by aliens who are hellbent on changing our way of life!

    Why similar: Satire 30%, Political 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Dystopian 12.5%, Shooter 6.8%

  39. #39 Revolution Ace
    62% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,880 reviews2014
    Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLC
    Windows
    Median: 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 51.2%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 6.2%, Action 5.5%

  40. #40 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
    60% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: G-MODE
    Windows

    It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 9.4%, Action 5.6%

  41. #41 DRAINUS
    58% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,098 reviews2022
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52.6%, Shooter 15.6%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Action 9%, Pixel Graphics 2.8%

  42. #42 Shikhondo(食魂徒) - Soul Eater
    61% matchVery Positive83% of 216 reviews2017
    Dev: DeerFarm
    Windows

    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 42.4%, Bullet Hell 34.3%, Shooter 8.8%, Action 6.7%, Arcade 4.9%

  43. #43 1x! Space Adventure
    61% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 11.7%, Action 9.6%

  44. #44 ZAKESTA-Z
    58% matchPositive100% of 43 reviews2024
    Dev: zakichi
    Windows

    Vertical scrolling shooter with all 5 pages

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.8%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Shooter 13.4%, Political 10.7%, Arcade 7.3%

  45. #45 Touhou Kinjoukyou ~ Fossilized Wonders.
    56% matchVery Positive91% of 803 reviews2025
    Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    Team Shanghai Alice presents a bullet hell shooter! The 20th installment of the Touhou Project. Utilize the powers you've acquired to overcome new challenges!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Bullet Hell 32.8%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 8.5%, Action 4.4%

  46. #46 Bionic Crusade
    62% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Soiree Games
    Windows · Mac

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Satire 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 8.1%

  47. #47 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
    61% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2018
    Dev: PopTea Games
    Windows

    CRAZY APPLIANCES is a fast paced top-down shooter game! The elect robots are insane, heroes! Fight your way by using various weapons and powerful items to defeat them in different dangerous situation!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 8.6%, Action 8.4%

  48. #48 Dininho Space Adventure
    60% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
    Dev: Dininho
    Windows

    Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Bullet Hell 26%, Shooter 14%, Arcade 11.3%, Action 8.3%

  49. #49 RefleX
    60% matchVery Positive90% of 230 reviews2014
    Dev: SITER SKAINPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    The second chapter in one of the most loved and respected Japanese shooting game series ever:The Tale of ALLTYNEX by Japanese indie developer SITER SKAIN. Carefully crafted play experiences, destructive fun, and absorbing gameplay have made the ALLTYNEX trilogy renowned in shooting game communities.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.3%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Shooter 9.4%, Arcade 7.1%, Action 5.6%

  50. #50 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    59% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Bullet Hell 27.7%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 6.5%, Action 5.8%

  51. #51 EGGCONSOLE ZANAC EX MSX2
    58% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: D4Enterprise Co.,Ltd.
    Windows

    The Zanac battle, which was supposed to have ended, was not over. To suppress the reactivated organic intelligence, Zanac takes flight once again!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 11.4%, Action 9.2%

  52. #52 Return Ace
    60% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: NEROTA
    Windows

    Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Bullet Hell 25.7%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

  53. #53 Ikaruga
    59% matchVery Positive95% of 2,307 reviews2014
    Dev: TREASURE
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 47.3%, Bullet Hell 36.9%, Arcade 8.7%, Shooter 4.2%, Action 2.2%

  54. #54 Atomanta
    57% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2025
    Dev: Remorasoft
    Windows

    Atomanta is a sci-fi retro-styled vertical shoot 'em-up inspired by various Mega Drive and arcade titles from the '90s, by combining the old-school visuals of pixel art with a more modern approach of a faster bullet hell experience, smaller hitbox, and a bunch of weapons to fight off enemy forces.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.9%, Bullet Hell 33.9%, Shooter 13.8%, Action 6.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%

  55. #55 Gamma Blast
    61% matchMostly Positive70% of 10 reviews2018
    Dev: Ilias GiouroukisPub:
    Windows · Linux

    Blast your way through enemy waves. Strike at enemy formations prioritizing targets depending on the situation. Rip them to pieces using an arsenal of powerful and versatile weapons. Put your reflexes to the test dodging a fire storm of enemy projectiles. Destroy challenging Bosses to achieve victory.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.5%, Bullet Hell 29.3%, Action 12.3%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 9.3%

  56. #56 GALXAGAR
    60% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: MoonMuse Entertainment
    Windows

    "Don't go to GALXAGAR"; a phrase uttered by many who have traversed its rim. Untold treasures, and terrors, await within its blackened depths. Ready your craft, spacefarer, because you're about to enter the most dangerous sector in all the stars. Get ready.. for GALXAGAR!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Bullet Hell 26.7%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 8.7%, Top-Down 5.8%

  57. #57 Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo
    60% matchVery Positive84% of 602 reviews2015
    Dev: SynsetPub: New Blood Interactive
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as SHMUP veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and SEVENTEEN playable ships.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.1%, Bullet Hell 32.4%, Arcade 7.6%, Action 6%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%

  58. #58 Warcat Parade
    58% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Hefka Games
    Windows · Linux

    Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.7%, Bullet Hell 31.1%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

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