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  1. #1 Destructivator 2
    97% matchVery Positive96% of 55 reviews2020
    Dev: Pug Fugly GamesPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows

    A platform shooter that brings 90's gaming smashing into your face! Blast and insta-melee your way through hordes of alien soldiers, robots, bosses and loads more. Fight on foot, in a fighter or in a bomber. Take on bosses and ensure that the alien menace won't threaten Earth ever again!

    Why similar: Old School 17.5%, 2D Platformer 14%, Retro 13.4%, Shooter 10.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.5%

  2. #2 Offendron Warrior
    96% matchPositive86% of 50 reviews2018
    Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    Offendron Warrior is a retro arcade that combines shooting and defense. Your objective is saving Offendron civilians in the planets from the group of enemies, who are trying to spread a virus that turns Offendrons into mindless killing machines and eventually destroy the whole planet.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Old School 10%, Retro 9.2%, Arcade 9.2%

  3. #3 CrushBorgs
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 114 reviews2022
    Dev: Xitilon
    Windows

    "Run and Gun" oldschool single-player platformer with NES aesthetics, including an authentic 8-bit chiptune.

    Why similar: Retro 17.3%, 1990's 16.4%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Arcade 11.7%, 2D Platformer 8.2%

  4. #4 Blazing Chrome
    95% matchVery Positive87% of 1,924 reviews2019
    Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%

    In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Retro 16%, Arcade 9.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

  5. #5 G WARRIOR
    94% matchVery Positive92% of 119 reviews2024
    Dev: Liao Kai
    Windows

    G WARRIOR is a retro hardcore action shooting game. Pick up the gun and destroy all robots and aliens. Fight in colorful scenes such as snowy mountains, caves, seas of fire, alien lairs, etc.! !

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Arcade 12.9%, 1980s 12%, 1990's 11%, 2D Platformer 10.9%

  6. #6 Guns of Fury
    93% matchVery Positive88% of 848 reviews2025
    Dev: Gelato Games Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Guns of Fury is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the run & gun and Metroidvania genres. Explore a vast interconnected world, gain new abilities and weapons, battle epic bosses and stop the plans of an evil corporation before it’s too late!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Retro 14%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Old School 12.6%, Shooter 8%

  7. #7 Droid Assault
    94% matchVery Positive83% of 374 reviews2013
    Dev: Puppygames
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Play Droid Assault and experience running blaster battles with hordes of rampaging killer robots! Discover a unique tactical arcade shooter, with the fun addictive gameplay of 8-bit classics. You'll need your wits and the help of your acquired droid squad to stay alive in this fast-paced retro actionfest.

    Why similar: Arcade 23.4%, Retro 20.8%, Action 18.2%, Shooter 12.4%, Indie 10.8%

  8. #8 Gun Crazy
    92% matchMostly Positive71% of 150 reviews2019
    Dev: Ritual GamesPub: GrabTheGames
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Gun Crazy is a fast paced and hectic arcade style action shoot em’ up sporting old school pixel art and a retro sound track.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Retro 15.8%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Arcade 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%

  9. #9 Gunborg: Dark Matters
    91% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2022
    Dev: Ricpau Studios
    Windows

    Harness the power of dark energy as you jump, slash, shoot and bombard your way through an army of alien soldiers and killer robots in an arcade style, twin-stick shooter with a slick 80's synthwave soundtrack.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 29.3%, Arcade 15%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Old School 11.6%, Shooter 10.9%

  10. #10 GunSuit Guardians
    89% matchVery Positive87% of 247 reviews2023
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows

    Gear up your GunSuit and defend Earth from an alien siege! Equip and upgrade unique arsenals of overpowered weapons to survive overwhelming numbers in this action-roguelite twin-stick horde survival.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Arcade 19.3%, Retro 18.5%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Action 9.1%

  11. #11 Alien Death Mob
    89% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2021
    Dev: Pug Fugly GamesPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows

    Aliens have invaded Earth! Towns, cities, deserts, they're everywhere! Take on the role of Earth's last super soldier and confront the alien menace in this intense twin stick shooter!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Arcade 17.3%, Old School 10.6%, Shooter 10.4%, Action 10.2%

  12. #12 Absolute Blue
    90% matchMostly Positive70% of 54 reviews2018
    Dev: Jochen HeizmannPub: Asylum Square
    Windows

    Sidescrolling Shoot’em’up that will transport you back into the 90s (and space).

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Old School 10.5%, Arcade 9.5%, 1980s 9.3%

  13. #13 Brave Soldier - Invasion of Cyborgs
    86% matchVery Positive97% of 61 reviews2023
    Dev: JM Neto Game Dev
    Windows

    Brave Soldier: Invasion Of Cyborgs is a pixel art platform game with a lot of action. Help the soldier save the world from the Cyborg Invasion! Good Luck!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 20.9%, Arcade 14.7%, 2D Platformer 10.5%, 1980s 10.3%, Shooter 9.4%

  14. #14 Gunkid 99
    87% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Arcade 11.8%, Retro 11.4%, Action 11.2%

  15. #15 Power-Up
    88% matchMixed58% of 263 reviews2014
    Dev: Psychotic Psoftware
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    A fast-paced retro shoot-'em-up featuring evolving weapons, intense arcade combat and massive bosses — from one-man studio Psychotic Psoftware.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Retro 13.7%, Arcade 7.5%, Shooter 7.2%

  16. #16 Railgunners
    85% matchVery Positive92% of 60 reviews2023
    Dev: Expresso Studios
    Windows

    Railgunners is a shooter built to highly customizable difficulty levels. Fight your way through hundreds of enemy ships, and help humanity fight back against the alien invasion!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Retro 15%, Arcade 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Action 8.6%

  17. #17 Gunlocked
    84% matchVery Positive87% of 502 reviews2022
    Dev: FromLefcourt
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.7%, Arcade 14.7%, Retro 12.3%, 1980s 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%

  18. #18 Jet Gunner
    86% matchMostly Positive74% of 627 reviews2014
    Dev: Sinclair Strange
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Jet Gunner is a 2D platform action indie game that's full of Nestalgia. Full of action, gunfights, bosses and explosions so if you're into the whole 8-Bit vibe you should love this. From the sound, to the graphics to the flicker, this should pay tribute to those classic hard as nails, run 'n' gun games.

    Why similar: Action 32.3%, Retro 30.5%, Pixel Graphics 19%, Indie 11.3%, 2D 6.9%

  19. #19 Iron Meat
    82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,041 reviews2024
    Dev: Ivan Valeryevich SuvorovPub: Retroware
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Iron Meat is a run-and-gun arcade shooter that immerses players in an apocalyptic future overrun by "The Meat," an iron-ravenous mass mutating everything in its path. Blast your way through retro-inspired stages and bosses to uncover the shocking horrors behind secret experiments on the Moon.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Arcade 10.9%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, 1990's 8.5%

  20. #20 GunWorld
    84% matchMostly Negative31% of 72 reviews2015
    Dev: m07games
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Plant seeds to grow guns in a challenging retro platformer.

    Why similar: Action 60.3%, Indie 39.7%

  21. #21 Explosionade DX
    82% matchMostly Positive78% of 86 reviews2015
    Dev: Mommy's Best Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Pilot an experimental mech and shoot giant grenades to blow up sneaky aliens. Stomp their guts, destroy their base, and save the day!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Arcade 17.6%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Retro 12.2%, Shooter 10.6%

  22. #22 Shooting Saucer
    80% matchVery Positive90% of 51 reviews2023
    Dev: SinksAdventure
    Windows

    A flying saucer chases you all over the galaxy. Run away, defeat enemies, and evolve to avoid getting abducted

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Side Scroller 24.5%, 2D Platformer 12.4%, Shooter 9.3%, Old School 6.2%

  23. #23 Gravity Circuit
    77% matchVery Positive94% of 3,462 reviews2023
    Dev: Domesticated Ant GamesPub: PID Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.1%, Fast-Paced 16%, Retro 14.2%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.3%

  24. #24 Schildmaid MX
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2023
    Dev: HitP Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your shield tech and absorb projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield expires and it's danger time, you better switch up your strategy fast...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Side Scroller 21%, Retro 14.3%, Arcade 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

  25. #25 Ultratron
    81% matchVery Positive88% of 694 reviews2013
    Dev: Puppygames
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Experience the addictive gameplay of old-school arcade favourites, updated and improved for the 21st century! Unique retro-futuristic sound and graphics, player responsive difficulty, and a subtle system of tactics combined with classic gameplay make Ultratron a fun and hypnotic arcade blast.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Retro 21.3%, Arcade 18.7%, Action 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

  26. #26 Defendoooooor!!
    81% matchMixed46% of 68 reviews2017
    Dev: White Dog GamesPub: SA Industry
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    In Defendoooooor!!!, it's your job to fight an alien invasion.

    Why similar: Action 19.7%, Fast-Paced 18.8%, Arcade 18.6%, Indie 12.6%, Shooter 11.4%

  27. #27 Super Cyborg
    79% matchVery Positive86% of 831 reviews2015
    Dev: Artur Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Super Cyborg is an old school non-stop hardcore run'n'gun action game! You are an elite battle cyborg who is sent in to investigate a series of anomalies on a mysterious island. The merciless alien known as the 'Xirxul life form' has been awakened by unwitting scientists and now: all humanity is in danger!

    Why similar: Retro 28.9%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Action 14.8%, Shooter 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 10%

  28. #28 GUNFIELD
    75% matchVery Positive96% of 250 reviews2024
    Dev: Shiv
    Windows

    GUNFIELD – A game that combines the genres: shoot 'em up, roguelite. Choose the perfect weapon combinations and upgrade your ship to destroy hordes of enemies and giant bosses, using strategy and a powerful arsenal.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Retro 15.4%, 1980s 14.8%, 1990's 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%

  29. #29 Enemy Mind
    78% matchVery Positive85% of 797 reviews2014
    Dev: Schell Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Retro 12%, Arcade 10.6%, Shooter 8.9%

  30. #30 Jetboard Joust
    78% matchVery Positive82% of 99 reviews2020
    Dev: BitBull LtdPub: indie.io
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 28%

    Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Side Scroller 23.1%, Retro 15.6%, Arcade 9.4%, 2D Platformer 8.3%

  31. #31 ROCKETRON
    76% matchVery Positive83% of 82 reviews2020
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    Fly through the sky! Rain down fire on the enemy forces from above! Enjoy solid combat and simple non-linear exploration in this high flying side-scrolling action shooter!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 26.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Shooter 9.5%, 2D Platformer 8.6%

  32. #32 Super Destronaut
    76% matchVery Positive85% of 54 reviews2016
    Dev: Petite Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    If you love retro games, this is for you! Get ready for some intense retro space shooting!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Retro 14.7%, Arcade 13.9%, 1980s 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%

  33. #33 Rigid Force Alpha
    75% matchMostly Positive80% of 133 reviews2018
    Dev: com8com1 Software
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Classic shoot’em up action in modern 3D! Blast off to take down hordes of infected aliens and dreadful machines programmed on waging an intergalactic war against mankind!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Retro 15.6%, Arcade 13.4%, Shooter 9.8%

  34. #34 Gunlocked 2
    70% matchVery Positive88% of 64 reviews2025
    Dev: FromLefcourt
    Windows

    Movement is your weapon. A sci-fi action roguelike and shmup combined, in Gunlocked 2 you'll pilot and upgrade a state-of-the-art warship against endless waves of deadly aliens. Deep customization, branching paths, and tons of unlockables offer endless replayability!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Arcade 14.3%, Old School 12.3%, Retro 11.1%, Shooter 9.8%

  35. #35 Gunslugs
    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 129 reviews2015
    Dev: Orangepixel
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Lock and load for chaotic, fast-paced action in Gunslugs! Battle the evil Black Duck Army across wild, procedurally generated levels packed with explosions, jetpacks, chicken guns, and rogue-like permadeath. Unlock heroes, conquer bizarre worlds, and fight your way to the gates of Hell!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 17.7%, Retro 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Arcade 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

  36. #36 Out Zone
    71% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2023
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Blast through alien hordes as the finest cyborg mercenary in existence! To emerge victorious, you'll need to manage time and resources skillfully. Toaplan's run-and-gun smash-hit finally arrives on PC, reloaded with new features and quality-of-life extras!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Old School 12.8%, Retro 12.3%, Arcade 11.6%, 1980s 11.4%

  37. #37 Z-Exemplar
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 55 reviews2016
    Dev: Suminell Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Z-Exemplar is a side-scrolling shooter in the tradition of R-Type, Gradius, Nemesis and other classic arcade games from the past. Borrowing its aesthetic from the computers of yesteryear (specifically the Sinclair ZX Spectrum) Z-Exemplar combines bright, bold, 8-bit pixel art with frantic action and an epic mission to conquer a galaxy of...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.2%, Retro 20.5%, Action 16.8%, Indie 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.4%

  38. #38 C-RUSH
    77% matchMostly Negative23% of 105 reviews2014
    Dev: Artnumeris
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 17%

    C-RUSH is an old school Shooter, with HD graphics.A new threat is coming from the space; the plasma insects. Exterminate the vermin!!Beat your own score and compare it with the other players !Key Features:- One ship with different positions to use- Different Gameplay according to the positions and shoots- A Schmup where you need...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.5%, Side Scroller 12.9%, Action 10.3%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 8.4%

  39. #39 Flying Tank
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 101 reviews2024
    Dev: Hexage
    Windows

    Get into your Flying Tank and shoot 'em up like it's the good old days! Kill strange bosses, drop bombs from above and build an arsenal of fun, powerful weapons. Reclaim the stolen Earth - alone or with a friend - in a rich action-packed side-scrolling shmup!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 64.8%, Shooter 15.9%, Action 12.4%, Local Multiplayer 5.5%, Indie 1%

  40. #40 Laser Disco Defenders
    73% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2016
    Dev: Out Of BoundsPub: Excalibur Publishing
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    A self-inflicted bullet hell that combines retro sci-fi with the sounds and sights of the disco era

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.2%, Arcade 12.9%, Old School 11.6%, Action 10%, Shooter 9.8%

  41. #41 Space Elite Force
    71% matchVery Positive89% of 185 reviews2018
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 56%

    Gear up for an intergalactic thrill ride! Space Elite Force is a frenzied space-shooter packed with weapon customization and epic boss battles. Take command of your ship and fight for the survival of humanity!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Arcade 12.4%, Old School 10.9%, Retro 10.3%

  42. #42 Bullshot
    73% matchMostly Positive72% of 282 reviews2016
    Dev: GATO STUDIO
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Help Frank F. Franky fight the evil cardesians, zombies & robots while setting your arrested friends free. Bullshot is a run 'n gun game that tries to recover the essence of the 90s classics, such as Abuse, Contra or the Metal Slug sagas.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Retro 23.5%, Arcade 18.2%, Action 9.5%, Indie 6.9%

  43. #43 Biodrone Battle
    74% matchMixed52% of 282 reviews2015
    Dev: Bit Juggler
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Fight hostile drones that try to keep their recently gained autonomy by either shooting or morphing into them.Biodrone Battle brings classic top-down action rooted in the pioneer gaming era of the 1980s into your living room.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Retro 26.7%, Action 18.4%, Indie 8.6%, 2D 7.7%

  44. #44 Hyper Sentinel
    72% matchVery Positive84% of 68 reviews2018
    Dev: Four5Six PixelPub: Huey Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 21%

    A face-melting, pixel-pumping arcade shoot 'em up featuring awesome power-ups, epic boss battles and spectacular effects at a blistering 60fps. Blast into battle against giant space destroyers in Arcade Mode, tackle endless waves of enemies in Survival Mode and face off against epic level guardians in Boss Run mode.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.5%, Retro 18%, Arcade 17.3%, Fast-Paced 14.9%, Action 11%

  45. #45 Mighty Goose
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 1,036 reviews2021
    Dev: BlastmodePub: PLAYISM
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    Mighty Goose is a fast paced run & gun shooter starring a bounty hunter Goose. Use epic weapons and devastating war machines to battle against screen filling bosses and hordes of enemies!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 29.4%, Arcade 16.8%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Local Multiplayer 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%

  46. #46 Earthion
    64% matchVery Positive96% of 471 reviews2025
    Dev: Ancient CorporationPub: Limited Run Games, Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 49%

    Earthion is a side-scrolling space shooter developed natively for 16-bit systems. Guide space fighter pilot Azusa Takanashi in her fight to repel the alien invaders and save planet Earth.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Retro 15.1%, Side Scroller 13.7%, 1990's 13.3%, Arcade 9.2%

  47. #47 Habroxia 2
    69% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2021
    Dev: Lillymo Games
    Windows

    Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Arcade 14.3%, Action 10.2%, Shooter 9.5%

  48. #48 Martian Law
    72% matchMostly Negative34% of 431 reviews2019
    Dev: Linclo Games
    Windows

    Mars is under attack! An unknown enemy is dropping bombs on the peaceful red planet. It is up to you to fight off the onslaught so the innocent can escape. Run (umm...slide), jump and blast your way to freedom in the arcade-inspired goodness that is Martian Law. Save Mars!

    Why similar: Action 23%, Arcade 19.2%, Indie 17.9%, Retro 16.1%, Old School 15.6%

  49. #49 Abstractanoid
    71% matchMixed65% of 55 reviews2018
    Dev: katanadeathPub: Alien Jellyfish
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 1.7 hrs≥1hr: 19%

    A retro-style arkanoid about fighting aliens to save the mankind.

    Why similar: Action 61.3%, Indie 38.7%

  50. #50 Wild Dogs
    67% matchVery Positive97% of 68 reviews2023
    Dev: 2ndBoss
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The world is under a frantic alien attack. Amidst the chaos and with the army virtually subdued, the deadliest and most inconsequential pair of specialists are called upon to do what must be done. Join the war hunting aliens around the world and in every way possible.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Side Scroller 22%, Arcade 12.7%, Shooter 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%

  51. #51 Advent NEON®
    63% matchVery Positive99% of 319 reviews2025
    Dev: CryoGX
    Windows

    Hyperactive 2D action platformer with wicked fast attacks, omnidirectional dashing, and time-freezing! Play well enough to transform and unleash 100% power!

    Why similar: Fast-Paced 26%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, Side Scroller 12.4%, Action 9%, 1990's 8.5%

  52. #52 Comit the Astrodian
    70% matchVery Positive80% of 56 reviews2016
    Dev: LunarCore Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Platformer based on a 22 year old blueprint. Help Comit boost his was through several planets in an attempt to stop the evil space pirate Krater from taking over the Star System.

    Why similar: Arcade 12.9%, 1980s 12.5%, Old School 12.5%, 1990's 11.5%, Retro 11.3%

  53. #53 LUNARK
    66% matchVery Positive88% of 330 reviews2023
    Dev: Canari GamesPub: WayForward
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    A pixel-art sci-fi adventure set in the midst of a rebellion against a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way through gorgeous and mysterious locations!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 21.4%, Retro 20.8%, Pixel Graphics 14.2%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, 1990's 9%

  54. #54 Rogue Invader
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 64 reviews2021
    Dev: Squishy Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    1-Bit Roguelite Action Shooter.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 26.9%, Retro 15.6%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%

  55. #55 GRAND CROSS: ReNOVATION
    66% matchVery Positive90% of 144 reviews2022
    Dev: ES4 / Eternal Sphere 4Pub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    Slash through enemies with the Sun Blade, the most powerful weapon in Shmup's history! Overwhelm hordes of enemies with flashy on-screen effects in this super-aggressive vertical scrolling shump!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.4%, Old School 12.9%, 1990's 12.4%, Shooter 11%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%

  56. #56 Son of a Gun
    65% matchMostly Positive76% of 133 reviews2024
    Dev: Crank GoblinPub: Untold Tales
    Windows

    A retro-inspired, action packed, twin-stick shooter full of bullets, blood and explosions. Collect and manage your guns to exterminate jungle zombies, swarming bugs, heavy robots, slimy monsters and even space ghosts.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Arcade 16.8%, Old School 11.9%, Shooter 11.5%, Retro 10.1%

  57. #57 Mighty Gunvolt
    69% matchMostly Positive74% of 415 reviews2015
    Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    Take control of one of three playable characters (Gunvolt, Ekoro, and Beck) as you blast your way past the baddies in stage after stage of side-scrolling action! Each stage ends with a boss encounter. Defeat the boss to complete the stage.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 28.5%, Retro 28.2%, Action 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 15.6%, Indie 10%

  58. #58 Donuts'n'Justice
    68% matchMostly Positive79% of 150 reviews2016
    Dev: FobTi interactive
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Donuts 'N' Justice is a fast-paced 2d horizontal shoot-'em-up wherein you take the role of one of two Super Cops in the 1980s to defend their city against gangs, violence and corruption.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, 1980s 15%, Retro 13.8%, Arcade 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%

Based on tag similarity + player behavior
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