
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Arcade, Shoot 'Em Up, Shooter.

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

Destructivator 2
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!

Andro Dunos II
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!
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: Shooter 26.5%, Action 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Arcade 11.8%
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 47%, Arcade 16.3%, Shooter 15.8%, Action 10.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
Sidescrolling Shoot’em’up that will transport you back into the 90s (and space).
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Side Scroller 19.7%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 12.1%, 1990's 10.6%
The feeling of 90's arcade shooter will come again !! Arcade-like side scroll shooter of 7 stages in all!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50%, Action 20.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Arcade 8.8%, 2D 5%
Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.2%, Shooter 19.1%, Arcade 17.5%, Space 11.4%, Action 9.1%
Space Elite Force II is a frenetic space-shooter with weapon customization and insane bosses battles. Embark in your ship and fight for the survival of the human race!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Arcade 13.6%, Shooter 10%, Space 9.3%
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 32.4%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Shooter 12.3%, Action 11.7%, Space 9%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Side Scroller 20.7%, Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 14%, Action 10.5%
R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.6%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Arcade 15.5%, Action 14%, Shooter 5.8%
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 28.6%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 11.6%, Space 8.5%
The frantic old-school action of classic coin-op shoot-‘em-ups comes crashing headlong into the 21st century. Explosive high-octane blasting combines with hordes of enemies in a 360˚ environment – fly, spin and shoot anywhere and everywhere!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.8%, Arcade 19.5%, Action 14.6%, Shooter 10%, Space 9.4%
Distant Space 2 - is an indirect continuation of the first part, in which you will find more dynamic gameplay. Your task is to destroy enemy ships on each level to go to the next of 26 available. In addition to conventional ships, you will have to wait for the boss ships, the battle with which will not be easy.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Arcade 17.4%, Shooter 16.6%, Action 11.4%, Space 9%
Jets'n'Guns 2 is a side-scrolling space shooter with insane levels of action and destruction. Travel the galaxies and unleash an arsenal of the deadliest weapons and devices to save the universe from its inevitable doom.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 57.1%, Action 19.9%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Indie 4.6%, 2D 2.5%
Take to the skies with the thrilling, brick-busting excitement of Action Ball 2, the electrifying sequel to the hit arcade game! Soar above the clouds in your paddle-equipped ship and fight back the relentless robots in level after level of eye-popping fun.
Why similar: Action 48.3%, Arcade 35.9%, Indie 12.2%, Singleplayer 3.6%
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Shooter 18%, Action 9.6%, Arcade 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
Inferno 2 is an intense, atmospheric twin-stick adventure-shooter. Blast through 80+ levels full of enemies and secrets while upgrading your ship the way you want.
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 61.9%, Action 12.7%, Arcade 12.3%, Shooter 9.8%, Indie 3.3%
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 48.6%, Action 14.2%, Shooter 12.3%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Arcade 10.1%
Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Shooter 17%, Arcade 16.6%, Action 13.5%, Space 12.3%
If you love retro games, this is for you! Get ready for some intense retro space shooting!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Arcade 16.2%, Space 14%, Shooter 13.5%, Action 10.6%
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 46%, Shooter 18.9%, Action 16.4%, Side Scroller 6.2%, 2D 4%
Fact: everything is better with lasers. So we put lasers on over 30 angry giant insects who want to stop you, Space Moth, from escaping Earth and going to the Moon. Show them who's boss and blast your way into space! (Check out the all new SPACE MOTH: LUNAR EDITION, linked below!)
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.2%, Action 20.6%, Arcade 18.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Indie 5.2%
CometStriker DX is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter where you boost through danger and blast everything in your way!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 12.9%, Action 7.1%
Horizon Shift is an explosive wave based single screen shooter with a ton of new ideas and platformer elements. Do what it takes to protect your horizon from the ever encroaching enemy attack!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.8%, Action 33.7%, Arcade 21.1%, Indie 7.4%
Hyper Bounce Blast is a stomach-churning retro shooter blended with classic platforming action. Bounce, shoot and dodge to survive the ever-increasing enemy attack. Bring it on!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.2%, Action 29.8%, Arcade 20.9%, Indie 7.1%
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 30.9%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Arcade 14.9%, Space 10.2%, Action 8.5%
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 45.3%, Action 30.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Indie 7.4%, 2D 5.8%
Super Hydorah is a nonlinear horizontal shoot’ em up designed to offer a challenging experience, sublimating the richness of traditional shmup classics. Face the menace of the Meroptians aboard the Delta Lance, alone or with your friends in this game with direct action and nostalgic art.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.9%, Arcade 20.6%, Action 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%, 2D 5.3%
Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Shooter 17.3%, Arcade 16.1%, Space 12%, Action 9.3%
A fast-paced shoot 'em up where skill matters. Master over 100 ships, unleash powerful special abilities, and blast through waves of Invaders. Play a new mission every day and climb the world-wide leaderboards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39%, Arcade 19.3%, Space 12.9%, Action 10.6%, Shooter 8.5%
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 45.5%, Arcade 25.7%, Action 23%, Indie 5.8%
Join Jason, Eve, and Fred on an intergalactic journey! The side-scrolling/top-down hybrid action adventure title "Blaster Master Zero" returns with its long-awaited sequel! Experience the yet-untold story of Jason and Eve after defeating Earth's mutant scourge in "Blaster Master Zero".
Why similar: Action 56.1%, Pixel Graphics 30.8%, 2D 13.1%
A super fast, twin analogue shooter for the modern age!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Action 14.7%, Space 13%, Side Scroller 11%, Shooter 11%
An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.2%, Shooter 18.9%, 1990's 13.6%, Action 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
Why play shoot 'em ups one ship at a time? Launch them all at once! Unleash an entire armada of ships in Shoot 1UP!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Side Scroller 22%, Shooter 15.2%, Arcade 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
FLASHOUT 2, the sequel to the highly-acclaimed anti-gravity racer FLASHOUT 3D is finally here! Get into one of many ultra-fast ships and use your arsenal of rockets, guns, bonuses and upgrades to fight your way to victory!
A fast-paced Breakout-style arcade with a bold black-and-white aesthetic. Engage in space battles against stunning yet deadly alien foes who are determined to destroy you. Intense visuals, thrilling gameplay, and a challenge that will test your reflexes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 7.3%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Side Scroller 24.9%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
A flying saucer chases you all over the galaxy. Run away, defeat enemies, and evolve to avoid getting abducted
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Side Scroller 24.8%, Shooter 16.5%, Action 8.3%, Space 7.7%
A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.9%, Arcade 20.3%, Space 12.7%, Action 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%
Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.2%, Action 25.3%, Arcade 15.2%, Space 10.7%, Indie 5.5%
Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.
Why similar: Arcade 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Shooter 16.9%, Action 12.1%, 1990's 10.1%
Therion returns as the hunt for Lord Vroll continues. Pilot an advanced machine of death and destruction in this explosive 2.5D side-scrolling shoot ‘em up, and sequel to the critically acclaimed Valfaris. Strap in and unleash mecha hell!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Shooter 17%, Arcade 16.5%, Action 10.5%
AQUA KITTY UDX blasts onto PC in this enhanced Ultra Deluxe Edition including the epic Dreadnought game mode!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Arcade 17.4%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Action 15.7%, 1990's 8.7%
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 44.2%, Arcade 14.4%, Action 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, Shooter 6.1%
Pewt 'em Up! is a retro inspired arcade space shoot 'em up with lots of upgrades, achievements, extras and more.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Shooter 17.8%, Arcade 17.3%, Action 12.4%, Space 8.3%
Warp into action with Solar Shifter EX. Man your ship and dive into fierce combat situations in space and over beautiful and distant planet surfaces. Solar Shifter EX is a sci-fi shoot 'em up with the unique ability to 'shift'.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 64.3%, Action 28.8%, Indie 7%
A vertical arcade shoot'em up with an inventive teleport system, lots of fast-blazing action and explosions, tons of boss fights, a risk/reward based score system and a proper challenge for both veteran and new players of the genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.3%, Arcade 15%, Shooter 14.6%, Action 11.8%, Space 10.8%
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 36.1%, Side Scroller 26.9%, Arcade 12.9%, Action 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
Stellar 2D is a retro style space arcade game, it's a 2D game in a 3D world. With an addictive, fast paced, casual game-play style.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.1%, Action 30.9%, Indie 22.9%, 2D 7.2%
Zenodyne R is a new 90s-style shoot-'em-up game filled with YM2612 music and real Blast Processing action, where your reflexes and patience will be tested in their entirety! Packed with 6 crazy stages filled wtih bosses, 5 unique ships, unlockables, branching paths and more!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.7%, Action 36.7%, Indie 8.5%
Defend the galaxy from vicious space pirates! Seize your foes and fire them back at their allies for devastating destruction in Toaplan's legendary horizontal arcade shooter, now on PC with all-new features and quality-of-life bonuses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Arcade 14.2%, Space 9.4%, 1990's 8.8%
An indie story-driven space shooter with intense battles, escalating enemy waves, and massive boss fights. Choose and upgrade ships, unlock powerful weapons, and protect your allies. Upgrade your base and construct a battleship to take on even stronger enemies. All set to a rock & synth soundtrack.
Why similar: Shooter 33.8%, Action 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 18.4%, Space 17.1%, 2D 8.7%
The official Project X sequel ✨ Back after 30 years!🎮 A demanding, skill-based experience that rewards patience and mastery. Not every game is for everyone — this one is for players who love a real, fair challenge. Try the demo and see if you’re up for it. Failure teaches. Mastery rewards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Side Scroller 18.8%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 12.3%, 1990's 7.2%
LIGHTNING STRIKES AGAIN!! XENOTILT, the sequel to the cult hit, DEMON'S TILT. Get ready for another PINBALL FANTASY. XENOTILT shreds the envelope with face-melting gameplay & graphics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.2%, Arcade 22.8%, Action 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10%, 2D 7.1%
Hyper Simon X is an Arcade Shoot 'Em Up Puzzle game that ingeniously blends SHMUP mechanics with the classic nostalgia of 'Simon Says' memory games. Prepare for a challenge like no other as you destroy the enemies in the exact order displayed!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Action 22.1%, Arcade 15.4%, Space 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
Shoot to move, move to live, live to shoot! Blast Off Far Away (B.O.F.A.) is a space-themed, top-down arena shooter, with a focus on fast-paced arcade-esque gameplay, with the unique twist where movement is limited through the use of the player's gun.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36%, Shooter 18.7%, Arcade 16.6%, Action 10%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
Protect the Earth from an alien invasion in this Run N’ Gun action spectacle. Take control of G.U.N.N.R. and battle your way through a blast from the pixelated past.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Arcade 14.3%, Action 10.2%, Shooter 9.5%
Explore a sprawling, alien world in the sequel to the award winning Axiom Verge.
Why similar: Action 37.2%, Side Scroller 35.2%, Pixel Graphics 15.4%, 2D 7.8%, Indie 2.9%