- #1 War In Heaven
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SteventusPub: Steventus Games
Windows
Chaotic boss-rush, bullet-hell-y, twin-stick arena shooter mayhem! Dynamically changing arena forces you to be vigilant: Watch the bullets, watch the walls!
Why similar: Boss Rush 45.3% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Arcade 2.9%
- #2 Kill Source: Neon Hemorrhage
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Berihime Studio
Windows
A brutal score-attack bullet hell where survival is not enough. Graze bullets, stack multipliers, and chase the leaderboards in Boss Rush and Infinite Arena. No meta progression. No unlock treadmill.
Why similar: Boss Rush 37.6% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 22.2%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Score Attack 13.8%, Arcade 3.3%
- #3 Roto Force
96% matchVery Positive91% of 135 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: Boss Rush 48.3% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 19.2%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.1%, Arcade 2.9%
- #4 VOIDFACE
95% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2026
Dev: Frog Hat LabsPub: Mad Mushroom
Windows
Face off in this challenging bullet-hell arena shooter, and try to clear bite-sized boss rush encounters. Learn to dodge their attacks, cast offensive and defensive spells, and kill everything that gets in your way.
Why similar: Boss Rush 53.2% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 19.3%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Arcade 3.6%, Top-Down 2.7%
- #5 Nowhere Patrol
94% matchVery Positive97% of 239 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: Boss Rush 59.1% ★, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Action 5.4%, 2D 1.8%
- #6 Nah, I'd Shotgun
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Mister Zerker
Windows
Nah, I'd Shotgun is a tight hand drawn boss rush game where you fight demons in their special arenas , blast them away of existence , unlock more shotguns, and get good because otherwise you'll be humbled.
Why similar: Boss Rush 71.1% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 14.1%, Bullet Hell 9.5%, Action 3%, Top-Down 1.9%
- #7 Space Elite Force II
93% matchVery Positive88% of 109 reviews2020
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows · Linux
Space Elite Force II is a fast-paced side-scrolling shmup with local co-op, weapon upgrades, handcrafted pixel art, and intense boss battles. Fight through explosive stages, chase high scores, and defend humanity.
Why similar: Boss Rush 44% ★, Score Attack 13.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Local Co-Op 5.1%
- #8 Hyper Shapes
92% matchMostly Positive77% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: BlindShot StudioPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Hyper Shapes is a frenetic minimalist Boss Rush where understanding the enemies attack patterns and weaknesses is key.
Why similar: Boss Rush 71.7% ★, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Arcade 4.7%, Top-Down 2.9%, Action 2.8%
- #9 Dogfight Darlings
91% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: dull rat
Windows
Dogfight Darlings is a bite-sized, bullet hell boss rush featuring an aviation themed cast of plane girls! Take to the skies, unlock skills, and battle your way to victory through daring aerial combat in this game made entirely of boss fights.
Why similar: Boss Rush 57.1% ★, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 2.8%, Arcade 2.7%
- #10 ZOE Begone!
91% matchVery Positive99% of 152 reviews2025
Dev: Retchy GamesPub: PM Studios, Inc.
Windows
A frenetic hand-drawn bullet hell shooter, blending run-and-gun mechanics with classic shmup action in looping arenas. Inspired by drawn-on-film animation of the 1930's - shoot, dash and pound your way through the Animator's creations.
Why similar: Boss Rush 26.8% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Score Attack 13.8%
- #11 Bullet Buddies
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: andiegoesindie
Windows
Escape the grasps of death in this top down co-op shooter where two ghost fight to return to their lives!
Why similar: Boss Rush 57.3% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 24.5%, Local Multiplayer 5.1%, Co-op 3.9%, Arcade 3.1%
- #12 Rocket!
89% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: ZeNfA Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
Destroy enemy ships, blast away asteroids and unlock new weapons / ship abilities in this endless arcade roguelite. Earn resources through each of the 7 game modes to upgrade your weapons to outlast them all.
Why similar: Boss Rush 35.7% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 18.8%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, Score Attack 10.3%
- #13 HYPER DETONATOR
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Vertex Pop
Windows · Mac
HYPER DETONATOR is a chain-reaction bullet hell shooter set in cyberspace. Blast through the virus spreading across the mainframe, and detonate bombs to set off devastating chain reactions. How long will you survive?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.2%, Score Attack 20.2%, Bullet Hell 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Arcade 4.5%
- #14 FAR FROM DEAD
88% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Brian O'Keefe
Windows · Mac
A twitchy shoot 'em up boss rush game inspired by run 'n gun classics. Fight your way through seven challenging bosses and hitch a ride off this awful planet.
Why similar: Boss Rush 61.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 2.5%, Action 2.2%
- #15 A Whole Wolfrush
87% matchVery Positive96% of 210 reviews2025
Dev: uglycoal
Windows
Four friends battle their way across space to claim a once-in-a-lifetime wish. Their lives are in your hands.
Why similar: Boss Rush 60.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Arcade 4.2%, Action 2.6%
- #16 Bourbon Risky
86% matchPositive83% of 18 reviews2026
Dev: HaJoonHeonPub: Jang Hajun
Windows
Bourbon Risky is a simple but deep boss rush action game with retro style graphics. Smash all enemies in your way with your eternal companion that blasting bullets and lasers!
Why similar: Boss Rush 80.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Action 3.5%, Pixel Graphics 1.7%, 2D 1.1%
- #17 MEGALITH
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: fosterPub: LEAFEGG LLC
Windows
MEGALITH is a difficult Bullet-Hell Boss-Rush where you fight against megalithic machines in a tiny spaceship.
Why similar: Boss Rush 64.9% ★, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Arcade 5.1%, Action 4.8%, Top-Down 2.6%
- #18 ULTRA CORE DIVE
85% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: AslaekrPub: Tuupa Records Ltd.
Windows
SHOOT AND DODGE your way through the underground arenas in this Dark Chaotic Arcade Twinstick Shooter! Don't get consumed by the noise!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Score Attack 11.4%, Arcade 6.5%
- #19 BLOOD=BULLETS
84% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Slendykray
Windows
BLOOD=BULLETS is a bullet hell boss rush action platformer where you dash into bullets to refill ammo. In order to kill the blood itself, one must hack into the sequence.
Why similar: Boss Rush 72.3% ★, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Action 4%, Arcade 3%, Pixel Graphics 1.5%
- #20 Orbital Hell
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Eduard Corral
Windows · Linux
A first-person bullet hell in a world that curves above you: the horde comes from every direction. Bounce off enemy swarms, unleash orbital beams and shields, and topple colossal bosses in Normal and Boss Rush. Fight for #1 on the global leaderboards with replays. Full controller support.
Why similar: Boss Rush 53.8% ★, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, Score Attack 10.5%, Arcade 4.6%
- #21 Grimrush
84% matchPositive89% of 27 reviews2017
Dev: Merge HeroesPub: Pohjoinen Pelinkehitys ry
Windows
Grimrush is a top down action game in which you must face off a gauntlet of seven brutal boss fights. Utilize three characters and a large selection of active and passive abilities. Balance offense and defense to take down the bosses and maximize your score!
Why similar: Boss Rush 58.6% ★, Score Attack 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Action 8.3%
- #22 STARR RINGER
82% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Sterling McKay
Windows
Grab the fate of all life in your hands. Blast your way through the cosmos, destroying monstrous cosmic beasts and the space cultists summoning them, on your path to stopping your mother from unleashing the chaos realm upon the universe, in this sci-fi cosmic horror bullet-hell, STARR RINGER.
Why similar: Boss Rush 31.8% ★, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Score Attack 11%, Arcade 5.3%
- #23 UNLOAD
81% matchPositive97% of 37 reviews2026
Dev: RooTwoPub: Jungle Game Lab
Windows
UNLOAD is an interception-focused top-down shooter where ammo is life. Intercept lethal projectiles to reload and survive by a thread. As a Visitor who lost everything in an explosion, hunt down those tied to the incident and uncover the truth behind that day.
Why similar: Boss Rush 72.5% ★, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Action 3.1%, Pixel Graphics 2.8%, Top-Down 2.6%
- #24 Geometry Wars™ 3: Dimensions Evolved
82% matchVery Positive90% of 1,600 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 42%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Bullet Hell 17%, Arcade 6.6%, Score Attack 4.7%
- #25 Pretty Kitty Fuzzy
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ninja Gate Studios
Windows
Pretty Kitty Fuzzy is a 2D "bullet-hell" shmup! Help Fuzzy save the universe with the power of love and positivity through nine whimsical stages. There are tons of lore and features in this puuurrr-fect shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Boss Rush 37.6% ★, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Score Attack 10.3%, Arcade 4.8%
- #26 Probo Rush
80% matchPositive97% of 34 reviews2023
Dev: Silkworm
Windows
Probo Rush is a classic shoot 'em up bullet hell game with a boss rush twist. Fight against machines, aliens, and nature as you take on 15 challenging boss battles. With adjustable health and an Assist Mode, Probo Rush offers a challenging but accessible gaming experience.
Why similar: Boss Rush 55.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Arcade 3.8%, Pixel Graphics 2.8%
- #27 Shapefighter
79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: oatware
Windows · Linux
Shapefighter is an arcade-style, twin-stick shooter where you blast through 5 stages of pure shape onslaught. Shoot and dodge shapes that will swarm you in a ever-changing formations. Defeat all 5 bosses and take down the shape invasion!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Score Attack 18.2%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Arcade 5.2%
- #28 STELA BOSS
79% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: pastro
Windows
Face challenging bosses and hordes of enemies in an action roguelike, using elemental weapons and unique combinations to master each cycle.
Why similar: Boss Rush 59.9% ★, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Score Attack 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 3.4%, Action 2.5%
- #29 BLUE SHIP
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: HAE GAME STUDIO
Windows
Choose from ships with distinct combat styles, unleash devastating skills, and carve a path through relentless enemy barrages. BLUE SHIP is a compact, high-intensity 2D vertical-scrolling shoot ’em up featuring Story, Boss Practice, Time Attack, and Endless modes.
Why similar: Boss Rush 36.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Score Attack 13%, Action 6.4%
- #30 Infernal Elements
78% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: JustMakeGames
Windows
A bullet hell, boss rush game, where you control the newest Fire Elemental on his journey fighting against the elements of the underground.
Why similar: Boss Rush 68.6% ★, Bullet Hell 22.2%, Local Co-Op 3.5%, Action 3.3%, Pixel Graphics 2.2%
- #31 Cyber Strike
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sprinkle Games
Windows
Cyber Strike is a butt clenching bullet hell dungeon crawler. Navigate through intense shootouts, strategic dodges, and cybernetic boss battles. Save a digital world from viruses and virtual foes. Rewrite destiny as you save cyber space in this thrilling adventure.
Why similar: Boss Rush 69.3% ★, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Action 6.3%, Arcade 5.1%
- #32 Just Squat
76% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Soonsoo
Windows
Just Squat is a shmup and visual Nobel game that focuses on boss fight by growing up a boy. Grow the boy by encountering various events at the gym and school, and push Babel out with all your might! The difficulty of boss fight and the boy's growth will be determined by the exercise you choose!
Why similar: Boss Rush 53.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Arcade 3.3%, Pixel Graphics 3.2%
- #33 The Void Rains Upon Her Heart
76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,988 reviews2018
Dev: Veyeral GamesPub: The Hidden Levels
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 21.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Help her heart battle tough bosses in this Boss Rush, Bullet-hell with rogue-like elements. Fight through several randomly chosen boss battles leading up to a final battle. Each defeated monster will give her random gifts that power up her heart. Don't let her heart break!
Why similar: Boss Rush 52.3% ★, Bullet Hell 24%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Action 2.4%, Pixel Graphics 1.7%
- #34 Infernae
75% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Two Toads
Windows · Mac
Where you walk, death follows. Duel those who resist in challenging, adrenaline-filled boss battles. In this hack-n-slash bullet hell, don't run from bullets — weaponize them. Fear is no shield.
Why similar: Boss Rush 69.5% ★, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Top-Down 3.2%, Action 2.3%, Pixel Graphics 2.2%
- #35 Never Not Shooting
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Hand Cannon Games
Windows
Grab up to 3 friends and defend the sun from swarms of enemies in this local coop twin stick shooter. Siphon energy from the sun and shoot as many attackers as you can to claim the high score before it explodes! Fight over experience and upgrade your ship to keep up with the ever-mounting pressure.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 18.5%, Score Attack 10.9%, Local Co-Op 5.6%
- #36 Neon Fighter
75% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2022
Dev: kurigamedev
Windows
Neon Fighter is a tiny arcade game packed with lasers and explosions, in which every few seconds you are forced to switch weapons automatically, making you have to adapt quickly to the new situation and re-evaluate your perspective.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.1%, Score Attack 20.9%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Arcade 5.4%
- #37 Shield Knight
74% matchMixed63% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: UnderLight
Windows
Gain glory by defeating several leaders of a kingdom in ruins using only your shield as a weapon. Talk to the few remaining inhabitants and discover what secrets this kingdom holds.
Why similar: Boss Rush 75.4% ★, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 3.4%, Action 2.5%, 2D 1.8%
- #38 WOWOWOW KORONE BOX
73% matchVery Positive92% of 764 reviews2024
Dev: tian nyaPub: holo Indie
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 36%
A hololive fangame featuring Inugami Korone of hololive GAMERS! Collect as many Korone Boxes as possible while contending with an endless onslaught of enemies and bosses using whatever weapons you happen to pick up!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Score Attack 8.4%, Action 4%
- #39 ShopFront
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 3DEN
Windows
ShopFront is a fast paced top down twin stick action arcade-like game set in a fantasy world full of heroes. Play as Keeper, an elderly shop keeper with a poor temper fed up with all the heroes destroying his pottery and decides to take matters into his own hands.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 37.9%, Bullet Hell 27.3%, Score Attack 11.8%, Arcade 6%, Top-Down 5.3%
- #40 OBLITACRATER
72% matchMostly Positive81% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: Strangely Named
Windows
Dive into an action-packed shoot 'em up where every drop onto the planet is a high-stakes gamble. Fight through endless waves of increasingly deadly alien monsters while collecting powerful upgrades to aid you in battle. You can escape at any time, but beware — death resets your score to zero!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Score Attack 16.4%, Local Co-Op 6.3%
- #41 Ritual Break
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lazy Hamster
Windows
Ritual Break is a co-op boss rush bullet hell where two heroes synchronize their abilities, manipulate enemy attacks, and challenge colossal demonic bosses within an ancient ritual arena.
Why similar: Boss Rush 60.9% ★, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Arcade 4.2%, Co-op 4%, Shoot 'Em Up 3.4%
- #42 Dream Flash
73% matchPositive100% of 50 reviews2019
Dev: Ramaf Party
Windows
Sharpen your mind and soul with hundreds of items in an infinite fast paced bullet hell rogue-lite dreamscape. Explore endless dream synergies and transform into even stronger altered states in order to combat dozens of increasingly difficult bosses.
Why similar: Boss Rush 54.9% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 23.5%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Pixel Graphics 2.5%, Action 2.2%
- #43 meldpit
72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: monotone
Windows
meldpit is an arcade roguelike twinstick shooter. conquer the chambers of meldpit with various perks that make you stronger along the way. defeat unique types of enemies and see how far you can go !
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.3%, Bullet Hell 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Top-Down 4.7%, Arcade 4%
- #44 Unknown Entity
70% match6 user reviews57% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: AngrioterGames
Windows
Step into the shoes of Unknown Entity, a strange being with no form or memories, who will fight trapped bosses in the hope of discovering where it is, who it is, and why it seems to be watched at all times, in this Free To Play game.
Why similar: Boss Rush 76.6% ★, Bullet Hell 10.9%, Arcade 3.9%, Action 3.7%, Retro 1.8%
- #45 PewPew Live
71% matchVery Positive94% of 81 reviews2022
Dev: Jean-François Geyelin
Windows
A fast twin-stick shooter where you compete for the top spot in the leaderboards.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.5%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Score Attack 11.2%, Arcade 4.8%
- #46 Cell #31
70% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Lasse Malmberg
Windows
Cell #31 is a twin-stick shooter where you play as a cell fighting to survive an ever-increasing barrage of bullets and enemies.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.5%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Score Attack 15.3%, Arcade 4.8%
- #47 Anarchy Park
71% matchMixed70% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: Danger Games
Windows
Welcome to Anarchy Park! An Isometric Boss Rush Bullet Hell set in a wacky amusement park! Featuring a 3D environment that will challenge your ability to aim, shoot and dodge simultaneously!
Why similar: Boss Rush 74.3% ★, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Action 2.5%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #48 Steel Alcimus
71% matchPositive86% of 43 reviews2018
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Steel Alcimus is a top-down helicopter shooter. Complete various tasks with your ally aircraft; such as saving the carrier, taking down the buildings, carrying objects, etc.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Score Attack 14.4%, Arcade 4.5%
- #49 EVERCHAINED
69% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: Chief's Hammock
Windows
1 YEAR UPDATE IS OUT! A "souls-lite" inspired by early 2000s' Flash games. Defeat bosses & harvest trinkets. Feed it shards & get fed upgrades. For it is your Master. Rise and follow the path, Soul of the Great Hero.
Why similar: Boss Rush 81.3% ★, Bullet Hell 8.4%, Arcade 4.1%, Action 3.4%, Retro 1.5%
- #50 Dead Red Bennie
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Amazing A Studios
Windows
Dead Red Bennie, where precision is key. Score points by swiftly taking down waves of enemies, aiming for the highest score in the shortest time. Maintain your combo to maximize points!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 44.4%, Score Attack 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.8%, Bullet Hell 10.2%, Action 3.4%
- #51 Star Fire
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TerraGleam Studio
Windows
STAR FIRE is a fast-paced, hand-drawn 2D boss rush bullet hell. Play as Eira, a stray catgirl driven by a long-lost promise, deep into the Astral Disc. Dash, jump, and weave through dense bullet patterns in stylish duels to defeat 12 Guardians and soothe their unresolved regrets.
Why similar: Boss Rush 63.5% ★, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Action 2.5%, 2D 1.4%
- #52 Undercroft Warriors
67% matchMostly Positive78% of 565 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 30.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Score Attack 13.2%, Arcade 4.5%
- #53 Perish Song
69% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Leach Studios
Windows
Perish Song is a 2D action rogue-lite. Traverse through different environments as you battle unique enemies and bosses. Discover the secrets of the world as you dash and blast through anything standing in your path. Each death is an opportunity to learn, adapt, and overcome.
Why similar: Boss Rush 61.1% ★, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 1.8%, Action 1.7%
- #54 sunny-place-2
68% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: tjern
Windows · Linux
Battle against chaotic bullet hell bosses with online strangers (or friends!) Customise your outfit or make and upload a boss for others to enjoy! :)
Why similar: Boss Rush 57.1% ★, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Action 3.2%, Multiplayer 2.9%
- #55 Zalera Spark
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: QUASO STUDIO
Windows
Zalera spark is a dynamic boss fight game set in a cute magical fantasy world, where you can forge friendships with your various opponents. Adapt by choosing or removing skills of your choice, and find your own way to fight !
Why similar: Boss Rush 68.3% ★, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%, Top-Down 4.6%, Action 2.2%
- #56 GoobnBalloonsDX
67% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2024
Dev: IconicArtsLLP
Windows
Fight off waves of evil balloons and save the galaxy - solo or co-op! Travel between worlds in an extensive story mode, save your friends, and recruit them to challenge dastardly bosses in this arcade shoot ‘em up adventure!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25%, Score Attack 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Local Co-Op 7.5%
- #57 Kantmis-Zero
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Kagawa
Windows
"Kantmis-Zero" is a boss rush action game. As the only chosen one on the Kantmis continent, you must follow the divine instructions and complete the trials.
Why similar: Boss Rush 85.3% ★, Action 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 3.9%, 2D 3.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%
- #58 Orbital Overdrive
66% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: Horsefly GamesPub: Coyote Time Publishing
Windows
A roguelite twin-stick arena shooter where your score IS your currency. Blast through enemy waves, then spend your hard-earned points on weapons and upgrades, or bank them as XP to power up permanently. Hundreds of builds. One more run.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.7%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Score Attack 13.4%, Local Co-Op 5.3%
- #59 Vectorium
68% matchMostly Positive78% of 77 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?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.6%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Score Attack 11.5%, Local Co-Op 4.3%
- #60 Iteration
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Glitchcore
Windows · Mac · Linux
Iteration is a topdown 2D bossrush game where you hack-and-slash your way through different bosses in different environments. Fight your way through bosses using the fast-paced sword-fighting combat.
Why similar: Boss Rush 69.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 11.7%, Bullet Hell 9%, Top-Down 4.4%, Action 3.2%