60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Action, Shooter, 2D.
Take on the roll of a cybernetic soldier on a mission to destroy the enemy force before your world is consumed by an all encompassing corruption.
NOMAD Revisited
In 1985 N.O.M.A.D. pushed the boundaries of what the 8-bit computers of the day could achieve with both their graphics and their gameplay. A fast-paced, all-out action shoot ’em up, this retro classic still retains a fan base to this day.
Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade
Shoot lasers in space because a fish told you to. Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade is a twin-stick side-scrolling space shoot-em-up which tells the story of a man side-scrolling in space and shooting-em-up with twin-sticks. This game has at least 2 characters in it.
In 1985 N.O.M.A.D. pushed the boundaries of what the 8-bit computers of the day could achieve with both their graphics and their gameplay. A fast-paced, all-out action shoot ’em up, this retro classic still retains a fan base to this day.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Shooter 12.5%, Cyberpunk 11.2%, Flight 7.2%
Shoot lasers in space because a fish told you to. Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade is a twin-stick side-scrolling space shoot-em-up which tells the story of a man side-scrolling in space and shooting-em-up with twin-sticks. This game has at least 2 characters in it.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Action 16%, Shooter 15.8%, Adventure 13.8%, Side Scroller 13.7%
Thrusta X is a 2D retro-style shoot'em-up where the goal is to convey an experience rather than acquiring a high score or the best upgrades. Story, puzzle, and battle elements are combined into one flowing adventure. Every level throws something new at the player.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Shooter 15.9%, Action 15.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Adventure 13.5%
Elyna X is shoot'em up (Shmup) for 2 players in cooperative mode.The year is 3864, mysterious ships appear and iniciate a terrible attack against planet Earth, It is up to Enyla, a courageous space pilot, to lead the space fleets in defense of her beloved planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Robots 12.1%, Shooter 11.5%, Futuristic 10.5%
Blast through waves of chaos in this retro inspired space shooter. Simple mechanics, high energy rock/electronic soundtrack, and a gloriously goofy tone make Nova Rebellion a cosmic throwback Back when space shooters were all the rage.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shooter 14.3%, Action 8.8%, Linear 7.5%
Monsters and Zombies from all the world are trying to steal the gift packages, they want it all and they want it now. But Santa has guns, big guns!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Shooter 18.7%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Action 16.8%, Zombies 8.1%
Set in the year 2078, CYBERDAD is a 2D cyberpunk gunfight dungeon crawler following a disgruntled father seeking to rescue his daughter, and exact his revenge.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shooter 13.6%, Cyberpunk 12.5%, Linear 7.9%
2D side-scrolling shoot 'em up
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Shooter 17.4%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Action 15%, Robots 9.1%
In a world devastated by machines, humanity places its last hope in a warrior equipped with special armor. Explore intense stages, face challenging bosses, and fight to reclaim what remains of the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Side Scroller 17%, Action 14.8%, Shooter 11.3%, Robots 8.3%
First instalment in the series of 2D action side-scrollers, taking place in very distant galaxy and not so distant future. Gameplay main hallmarks are fast-paced laser guns shootouts, punch 'n' kick combats, managing obby-like obstacles, using wits in overcoming deadly traps and witty dialogues.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Action 17.2%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Adventure 14.6%, Futuristic 8.2%
ZPF is a retro-inspired horizontal shooter originally designed for the Sega Genesis/Mega Drive. Blast your way through a cosmic gauntlet of epic boss battles, addictive scoring, and hidden secrets in a thrilling arcade-style adventure through fantasy, sci-fi, and alien-themed worlds.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Side Scroller 16.4%, Shooter 13.2%, Cyberpunk 12.7%, Robots 8.7%
Experience raw brutality and hard-boiled gunplay in ACID TRIP, the 2D top-down shooter with endless possibilities. Buy perks and upgrades, defeat bosses, zombies, and dodge traps in a hellish world. Fast-paced with intense sound design and musical accompaniment. A must-play It's like if Doom was 2D.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Shooter 14.3%, Zombies 8.5%, Action 8.4%
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Side Scroller 27.7%, Shooter 18.2%, Action 13.9%, 2D 4.1%
Join the High Commander as the eternally loyal Green in an epic journey to save the Blues from the menace of the Greys and their evil Red Gems!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Shooter 19.9%, Action 18.9%, Linear 8.4%, Story Rich 6.8%
A side-scrolling shoot'em up, original, with beautiful 3D graphics, intense and a little wacky. In line with classics such as R-Type but with its own style to make you live an adventure full of fun! A special spaciale adventure but not only in space and not only shoot'em up...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Shooter 12.6%, Action 8.4%
A retro arcade space shooter where you blast alien fleets, dodge bomb swarms, collect power-ups, and fight solo or in local co-op to liberate occupied planets from the mind-controlling energy force code-named Xenmega.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Side Scroller 24.3%, Shooter 17.5%, Action 10%, Linear 8%
Kill everyone in six seconds! Seconds Till Destruction is a lightning-fast and randomized top-down shooter. Use a massive array of guns and quick thinking to destroy humanity, one floor at a time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Shooter 14.4%, Robots 11.6%, Futuristic 9.1%
Technikiller is a sci-fi shooter set inside a mega-factory. Hack in and take control of a hulking mech to blast your way through hordes of killer robots. Fight your way to the core and shut it down.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shooter 13.8%, Cyberpunk 11.3%, Action 8.8%
TROPHY FLEET is a top-down shoot 'em up where every boss you kill becomes your next ship. Fly an unbroken run from world to world, shoot out each core, and steal it. A full run is about an hour, and it never pauses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Shooter 13.5%, Robots 8.4%, Futuristic 6.8%
Dodge waves of bullets in cover shooter + shmup-inspired combat, as you strike back with powerful attacks of your own! Use clever cover spots to gain an advantage over your enemies, find treasures to make yourself stronger, and avoid taking damage to raise your score!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Shooter 20.6%, Action 11%, Adventure 7.5%
ASTROLANCER combines top-down shooter and shoot 'em up gameplay into one action-packed experience! Devise your own playstyle with a huge variety of weapons. Hardcore and casual players alike are welcome!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Top-Down Shooter 23.2%, Robots 10.8%, Action 9.5%, Futuristic 9%
A brutal 16-bit sci-fi shoot-’em-up inspired by the golden age of the Sega Genesis. Fight across multiple worlds, upgrade your ship, and confront the forces behind the Augmentation Program.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 20%, Cyberpunk 15.7%, Shooter 10.7%, Space 7.9%
Blast through hordes of adorable yet deadly mutant fruits in this intense space shooter with bullet hell action. Shoot, dodge, and survive unique boss battles that push your skills to the limit. Only the strongest will uncover the truth behind the chaos. Are you ready to save the universe?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Shooter 23.4%, Action 21.2%, Linear 9.4%, Space 7.4%
Cybertrash STATYX is a story-driven 2D action-platformer with tactical elements, set in a cyberpunk world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Shooter 14.8%, Cyberpunk 12.2%, Robots 8.8%
Astrotester is an action-adventure game. Complete tasks across various locations and levels. Fight against the dominant forces of the Flow and hostile creatures. Learn more about the world of Stellar system.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Shooter 13.4%, Cyberpunk 11.2%, Action 8.1%
This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Shooter 19%, Action 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Side Scroller 14.9%
You are last humanity hope to bring down the greatest threat mankind has been deal with it. Gears up your arsenal, face hordes of enemies and deadly bosses in this new verticall shoot em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Adventure 17%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shooter 16.7%, Action 16.5%
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 36.4%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Shooter 18.8%, Action 12.2%, Space 5.8%
Hungry Zombies is a defense of the city, 2D graphics with a side view, colorful and beautiful graphics and unforgettable experiences.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Shooter 20.1%, Action 18.9%, Adventure 16.2%, Zombies 10.6%
Defendor is a throwback to the fast paced arcade games of the 80s.A retro style, arcade shooter where you upgrade your base to increase the capabilities of your ship, unlock new weapons, ships and cause more mayhem.Defend your base until everyone makes it into the escape ship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shooter 18.3%, Action 16.7%, Futuristic 9.8%
Introducing Dead Dock Protocol, a thrilling cyberpunk zombie shooter packed with pulse-pounding, neon-blood-soaked action! Embark on a crucial mission to rescue six besieged city zones from the clutches of Zombots and their formidable bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shooter 14.4%, Cyberpunk 11.6%, Robots 9.7%
A top-down, 2d space-shooter that pits the user against swarms of alien ships from other dimensions. Destroy all enemies and portals as fast as possible. Battle increasingly tougher enemies through 40 Campaign levels and Endless Mode!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, Top-Down Shooter 23.8%, Shooter 15.8%, Action 10.2%, Futuristic 6.2%
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Shooter 16.2%, Action 9.1%, Linear 7.8%
Noah has been commanded by God to put two of each animal aboard his ark to save them from the flood.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Action 18.1%, Shooter 17.3%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Adventure 15.4%
Pilot the all-powerful cell destroying Desolazor gunship and eradicate the mutagenic genotoxic pathogen before it consumes the entire galaxy. Soar through waves of threatening enemies and bosses beyond 6 stages packed with action, explosions, and lasers!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.3%, Shooter 23.7%, Action 18.1%, Sci-fi 7.3%, 2D 5.2%
An unknown life form controls the crowds of mutated employees of the space station. Impress the demon girl by destroying thousands of possessed with dozens of weapons.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Shooter 17.5%, Action 15.4%, Zombies 8.1%
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 27.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Shooter 13.9%, Action 12.4%, Cyberpunk 9.4%
Play as an elite pilot driving the Interstellar Recon Mecha geared with an unique set of weapons and special abilities. Create deadly fleet with gathered parts and weapons! Try out Startide's editor to make new spaceships with various technology you find along your journey.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Action 19.5%, Shooter 17.9%, Indie 3.6%
The year is 2248. You play as Anthea, a pilot for the Spacing Guild. She's battling a pirate fleet. During the game, you'll need to destroy four leader ships.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.4%, Shooter 17.5%, Action 14.7%, Sci-fi 6.9%, Linear 6.7%
Short Warp: Deep Space Bounty is a modern arcade shoot ’em up mixing top-down and side-scrolling missions in a rugged sci-fi universe. Pilot stock ships or craft custom builds across multiple game modes. Cast a short warp and Lower Away!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Shooter 13.9%, Action 8.6%
You destroy the runaway electronic organ AISZ. Vertical scroll STG with all 5 levels.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30%, Shooter 25%, Action 22.7%, Futuristic 15.8%, 2D 5%
Equipped with the Fusion × Transformation “PELL” System! Free Map Side-Scrolling Shooter
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Shooter 18.3%, Action 15.2%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Robots 8%
The Rush is a horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up with graphics inspired by classic space shooters of the MSX. Buckle up and see if you have what it takes to master the highly adaptive Chameleon Quartz space fighter and single-handedly obliterate the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Shooter 16.7%, Linear 9.6%, Action 8%
Drones & Ruins is a dynamic top down twin stick shooter where you become the intelligence of a scout drone that has agreed to assist an ally pilot reunite with a loved one. You will need to fight hard and anticipate the enemy's next attack so that you can glide into cover before you go up in smoke.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Action 16.7%, Adventure 14.3%, Shooter 13.9%
You are valiant space hero who is not as fortunate as those in the golden age of scrolling shooters who had infinite ammo. Instead you must absorb your enemies' weapons and retaliate!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Action 9%, Space 8.3%
Find yourself on a mission exploring the depth of an ominous forgotten mine. You arrive barehanded but quickly find the tools needed to go deeper. Destroy the infected living parts of the mine and face the final threat and complete your mission.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shooter 18.3%, Action 12.3%, Adventure 11.2%
Combining intense action and dark storytelling, Confiscator offers a unique experience where gritty shootouts and grime intertwine with the tragic tale of the protagonist on a path of self-destruction. Are you ready to become a confiscator?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shooter 17.7%, Action 15.1%, Linear 5.8%
Call on CELLs, change your weapon, and shoot however you want!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Shooter 22.8%, Action 20.3%, Futuristic 9.9%, War 7.5%
The world is engulfed with poisonous gas and deadly monsters. To survive and find truth about the world, welcome to Smogpunk.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Top-Down Shooter 27%, Action 19.8%, Adventure 16.9%, Indie 3.8%
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Shooter 19.9%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Action 19%, Space 5.6%
Firehunt is a prologue for the main story One Way Road. Take part in space battles as you travel across the galaxy and fight to save humanity. This cinematic narrative driven action-focused space shooter, will take you on a journey into the near future, and put the destiny of mankind in your hands.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Action 10.8%, Futuristic 10.5%, Adventure 10.5%
This is a horizontal shooter game. The story takes place in a city infected by "coal", where most people have become coal zombies. When the government learned of the great changes in the city, it sent two elite soldiers to investigate the situation.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Shooter 19.8%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Action 11.3%, Adventure 11%
I just think that top down shooters are neat. It's a pretty zen time. A podcast game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shooter 18.8%, Action 17.3%, Zombies 7.8%
A dramatic bullet hell shooter where you master your Shot, Bomb, and the Yatano Kagami System, which transmutes enemy bullets into resources, as you fight to overthrow AMATERASU, the Stellar Management System that has launched its assault on humanity.
Why similar: Action 27.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Shooter 16.8%, 2D 3.9%
Vacubot is a fast-paced, top-down shooter. Players must survive increasingly challenging battlefields by using a variety of weapons to fight off swarming enemy robots and powerful bosses.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Shooter 23.1%, Action 16.1%, Robots 10.9%, Cyberpunk 10.3%
In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Shooter 18.6%, Action 10.9%, Robots 6.9%
A free-to-play 90s-style bullet-hell shooter with high-res graphics, unlocked 60+ FPS, single-player campaign, and online co-op multiplayer!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Shooter 15.4%, Cyberpunk 13.6%, Action 8.7%
Blast away wasp scum in Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order! Shoot your way through 12 scenic stages of trees, metal, and more, to eliminate the Wasp Army once and for all!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Shooter 20.8%, Side Scroller 19%, Action 18%, War 5.8%
Layer Section, the home console port of arcade game RayForce is back with new features and online ranking. Use the new lock-on laser function to defeat multiple enemies at once for a higher score in this gorgeous 2D vertical shooting game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Shooter 17.3%, Action 10.9%, Futuristic 8.8%
Take to the skies in a fully voice-acted, story-driven top-down shoot 'em up. Battle enemy squadrons, survive intense arcade missions, master multiple aircraft, and push your score higher across campaign, training, hardcore, and endless modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 12%, Flight 6.2%
