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  1. #1 Final Formation
    97% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Happymeal Inc.Pub: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    Equipped with the Fusion × Transformation “PELL” System! Free Map Side-Scrolling Shooter

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Shooter 10.3%, Military 8.9%, Side Scroller 7.2%

  2. #2 Los Infernales
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: TMO Games
    Windows

    The infernals, a war game about brave warriors at the beginning of the 19th century. A game that combines runner, Hack and Slash and many shots in a story based on Gaucho wars.

    Why similar: Runner 17.8%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Platformer 11.4%, War 11%, Side Scroller 8.9%

  3. #3 Lilac 0
    96% matchVery Positive95% of 82 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 24.6%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Shooter 10%, Futuristic 9.7%, Perma Death 7.7%

  4. #4 ZPF
    95% matchMostly Positive74% of 22 reviews2026
    Dev: ZPF TeamPub: Mega Cat Studios
    Windows

    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 18.3%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Side Scroller 10.1%, Shooter 9.3%, Robots 9%

  5. #5 Stranded in the Abyss
    94% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: studio cyber turtle
    Windows

    Stranded in the abyss is a shoot-em-up in a unique sci-fi sci-environment where you command a massive squad of ships in an endless war Against an evil rebellion. Shoot command and bomb your way through hundreds of enemy fighters, capital ships, and skirmishes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Bullet Hell 24.4%, Military 11.7%, War 10.5%, Old School 6%

  6. #6 Jet Gunner: Refueled
    94% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2025
    Dev: Sinclair StrangePub: Clickteam
    Windows

    Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Platformer 12.4%, Shooter 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Side Scroller 9%

  7. #7 CRISIS Command
    93% matchPositive88% of 25 reviews2024
    Dev: Saint Pixels Entertainment
    Windows

    The peaceful island of Yukrea has been invaded by the evil Dread Corps! It's time to blast your way through over 6 stages of mayhem to rescue civilians and push those robots out. Use their own powers against them and help reclaim peace to the island.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Robots 11.4%, Platformer 11.3%, Shooter 10.1%, Futuristic 9.7%

  8. #8 Atomanta
    92% matchPositive100% of 26 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: Bullet Hell 27.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Shooter 12.2%, Futuristic 7.2%, Old School 6%

  9. #9 Full Moon Rush
    91% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2023
    Dev: Silkworm
    Windows

    Take on a howling challenge in Full Moon Rush! This classic shoot 'em up is a bullet hell masterpiece with a boss rush twist. With 15 epic battles and old-school graphics, you'll need expert shooting skills to survive. Customizable health and Assist Mode make it accessible to all.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Bullet Hell 20%, Side Scroller 11.1%, Platformer 9.9%, Shooter 8.7%

  10. #10 BATSUGUN Saturn Tribute Boosted
    91% matchPositive94% of 49 reviews2023
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    A PIONEER OF THE BULLET HELL GENRE BY TOAPLAN IS BACK!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, War 11.2%, Shooter 11.2%, 2D Platformer 7.4%

  11. #11 Gorilla Guerrillas
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Bad Logic Studios
    Windows

    Lead a band of rebel Gorilla Guerrillas in this 2D action platformer as you take out the forces of a fascist dictator, free your compatriots and save your home!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.8%, Military 13.5%, War 12%, Platformer 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.8%

  12. #12 The 7th Sign Project
    89% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: Try-Estate
    Windows

    The 7th Sign Project is a classic 2D-platformer action game inspired by Doom, Quake, Abuse, and Painkiller games. Our goal is to entertain the player with massive enemy fights, boss fights, and stirring music.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Platformer 14.8%, Shooter 12.3%, Side Scroller 8.6%

  13. #13 Run x Gun
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Revolutionary Interactive
    Windows · Linux

    Run and gun while you shoot down hoards of alien space ships in a bullet hell shooter/endless runner. Upgrade your gun with various power ups and weapon types like rockets, grenades and lasers. And finally defeat menacing boss ships to save the world from the scourge of alien invaders.

    Why similar: Runner 17.7%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Platformer 8.5%

  14. #14 Space Dragons
    88% matchPositive87% of 39 reviews2025
    Dev: TEAM Black Hat Robot
    Windows

    Choose your spaceship and defeat the alien threat that comes from the Moon. Blast your way crushing, ripping apart and exploding hostile aliens that are taking control of powerful weapons and military technology from Earth. Find the entity that controls the threat and make it explode into blood.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Military 10.6%, War 10.1%, Shooter 8.5%

  15. #15 Orbital Siege
    86% match1 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Orbitforge Interactive
    Windows

    Reclaim the arcade. This is a high-octane space shooter where vibrant pixel art meets relentless alien armadas. Master your orbital defenses and survive the ultimate galactic onslaught.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, War 11%, Old School 10.4%, Retro 9.7%

  16. #16 FIGHT PLANE 機戰
    87% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: King KongPub: King Kong Gaming
    Windows

    "FIGHT PLANE 機戰" is a hard-core clear-cut shooting air combat game. Players control the fighter plane to shuttle through the sky full of bullets. While improving the fighter plane's ability, challenge powerful enemies at the same time!!!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Military 13.1%, War 12.6%, Side Scroller 8.8%

  17. #17 Final Exerion
    86% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
    Dev: Happymeal Inc.Pub: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    Call on CELLs, change your weapon, and shoot however you want!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Shooter 15.7%, War 14.8%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Futuristic 9.3%

  18. #18 Steel Assault
    85% matchMostly Positive77% of 440 reviews2021
    Dev: Zenovia InteractivePub: Tribute Games Inc.
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 42 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Punch, whip, and zipline your way through a post-apocalyptic America in this 16-bit retro-style action platformer! Play as Taro Takahashi, a resistance soldier on a revenge mission against the dictator who lords over the ashes.

    Why similar: Perma Death 17.5%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Robots 8.5%, Platformer 7.8%

  19. #19 Z-Warp
    84% matchPositive100% of 27 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: Bullet Hell 30.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Shooter 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%, Retro 7.7%

  20. #20 Switch 'N' Shoot
    84% matchVery Positive96% of 155 reviews2016
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!

    Why similar: Perma Death 22.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shooter 8.3%, Minimalist 7.5%

  21. #21 Ragnar
    83% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: 2 Bit Determine
    Windows

    Inspired by old NES games, Ragnar is a 2D run-and-gun action platformer that will be difficulty and fair. We would like to bring back the classic and retro feel to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Platformer 10.6%, Side Scroller 10.4%, War 10%, Robots 9.8%

  22. #22 Astro Sentai Jarbonder
    82% matchPositive80% of 40 reviews2020
    Dev: ipei_retland
    Windows

    It's a bullet-hell spaceship shooter. Can you survive the battlefield? Let's prove your shooting skills!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, War 13.3%, Side Scroller 11.8%, Shooter 10.6%

  23. #23 Feeble Light
    82% matchPositive80% of 10 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 30.3%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Shooter 12.9%, Old School 6.7%, Sci-fi 6.3%

  24. #24 Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CC164
    Windows

    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 24%, Shooter 14.4%, War 11.6%, Side Scroller 11.5%, 2D Platformer 9.6%

  25. #25 Flying Fury
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Panzero
    Windows

    A side scrolling shooter with a bullet hell influence. Does it explode? Yes. Everything does. Enemies show their battle damage through having chunks be blown off. There are multiple enemies all with unique behaviours, all which are designed in junction with each other.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Military 11.6%, Shooter 11.5%, Side Scroller 10.2%

  26. #26 Star Hunter DX
    80% matchMostly Positive78% of 32 reviews2021
    Dev: 1CC GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
    Windows

    Betrayed by her cut-throat crew, Luna Starr - former Space Pirate Captain turned bounty hunter - has a score to settle. As Luna, travel to 5 exotic planets to track down your mutinous mates, and face them in Bullet Hell dogfights to the death!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Bullet Hell 25.4%, Sci-fi 8.5%, Futuristic 8.1%, Side Scroller 7.8%

  27. #27 The Hero of Bangaona
    79% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2021
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    The Hero of Bangaona is a 2D Side-scrolling Action game where you play as the Hero of Bangaona kingdom whose mission is to capture the enemy bases in order to rescue the Princess who got kidnapped by the soldiers of the Weins Territory.

    Why similar: Military 19.4%, Robots 11.3%, Platformer 10.6%, Futuristic 9.1%, Shooter 9.1%

  28. #28 Oddinary Highway
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: dash & dot game studio
    Windows · Mac

    Oddinary Highway is a retrofuturistic shoot’em up with roguelite elements and ever-changing game mechanics. Set out on a dangerous journey through the hyperspace known as the “Oddinary Highway” to face Boss and his robo-mafia.

    Why similar: Perma Death 23.1%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Side Scroller 10.8%, Futuristic 7.1%

  29. #29 System Critical 2
    77% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2023
    Dev: Old Formulas
    Windows

    System Critical 2 is bigger & badder than ever before! Get ready to experience a platformer shooter like no other in VR. Blast your arm cannon and use guns, melee weapons, grenades,& shields to make your way through the carefully crafted levels with epic boss battles and tons of enemies to kill.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 21%, Platformer 11.9%, Shooter 10.4%, Robots 9.6%

  30. #30 Escape 2 Space
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: ShidyGames
    Windows

    Embark on a thrilling journey as a space mercenary! Customize your ships with powerful weapons and modules, choose contracts and destinations, and battle enemy fleets and epic bosses. Your decisions shape the universe around you, so forge your path in this action-packed space shooter!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Shooter 12.4%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Futuristic 8.9%

  31. #31 Atomic Guardians
    78% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: Mosh Jason Games
    Windows

    ATOMIC GUARDIANS is a fully CO-OP arcade retro shoot 'em up, where one player flies the ship, and the other player mans the shields. Fight your way through a never ending horde of Brutal Bosses, Alien Monsters and Gigantic Asteroids as you rack up a new world-wide high score. Play with up to three friends, and see how long you can last!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Shooter 11.7%, Futuristic 10.9%, Old School 9.1%

  32. #32 WolfFang SkullFang Saturn Tribute Boosted
    76% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2024
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    The steel wolf running across the earth × the sonic corpse that buries its prey. DECO shooting game redeployed!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, War 12.5%, Robots 12.2%, Shooter 11.4%, Futuristic 8.6%

  33. #33 The X-Type
    77% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: BinaryWriter
    Windows

    Master a modular arsenal and survive a biomechanical nightmare in this intense cinematic shmup. Face grotesque aberrations, unlock achievements, and conquer the hardcore mode. The first level of an expanding saga!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Side Scroller 13%, Shooter 10.2%, 2D Platformer 7.6%

  34. #34 Netherspace
    75% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2021
    Dev: Konstantinos Katsoris
    Windows

    A sci-fi shoot'em'up game with heavy focus on upgrades experimentation, featuring two unlikely heroes that must work perfectly together, despite their share of secrets, to surpass their limits and succeed in eliminating a threat that might destroy both Earth and Andraxia if left unchecked.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Shooter 11.3%, Robots 9.5%, Futuristic 9.2%

  35. #35 Jetboard Joust
    75% matchVery Positive82% of 99 reviews2020
    Dev: BitBull LtdPub: indie.io
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 27%

    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: Perma Death 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Platformer 9.9%, Side Scroller 9.5%

  36. #36 Automatic Eltron
    73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: Elysion CD
    Windows

    A side-scrolling shoot 'em up inspired by 8-bit games and 80s Sci-Fi movies. Play as Automatic Eltron, a cybernetic law enforcer, and save the city from the machine domination.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, War 11.8%, Bullet Hell 10.7%, Robots 9.9%, Shooter 9.4%

  37. #37 GRAND CROSS: ReNOVATION
    73% matchVery Positive91% of 148 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 22.3%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Robots 10.3%, War 9.7%, Platformer 9.3%

  38. #38 Smelted Kin: Inhuman Impact
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Microbat Studio
    Windows · Linux

    Sci-fi 2D shooter platformer combining the control of a human character and an armored vehicle on the surface of a planet filled with robots and immortal local inhabitants

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.5%, Platformer 13.5%, Shooter 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.4%, Futuristic 10.1%

  39. #39 Frutz
    72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: Broken Walls Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Blast through five worlds, claim the Cosmic Gems, defeat Lord Zorkannan, and master every run in this fast arcade shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Bullet Hell 22.2%, Shooter 10.1%, Side Scroller 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  40. #40 SATAZIUS
    74% matchVery Positive85% of 324 reviews2011
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    The year is 2051. Location: SATAZIUS, a long-abandoned planet. The cruiser Agano was on patrol when it was attacked and stricken by a confederacy of space pirates that had established a base on SATAZIUS. The pirates attacked the Agano intending to steal the assault ship ‘Trafalgar’ that was stowed aboard the Agano, but the Trafalgar made...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Robots 12.9%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Shooter 9%

  41. #41 POLY SYNTH GUNNER
    76% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: DANIEL
    Windows

    Instance-based shooter with scaling endless wave of enemies

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Shooter 11.5%, Robots 11.2%, Futuristic 10.2%

  42. #42 Strike Mission
    71% matchMixed56% of 18 reviews2025
    Dev: Cube Games
    Windows

    Strike Mission is a top-down aerial action game where you play as pilot Jake Walker on a mission to stop a global terrorist threat. Face intense battles, daring rescues, and strategic sabotage missions.

    Why similar: Military 22.5%, War 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Shooter 14.3%, Bullet Hell 12.9%

  43. #43 Exile Squadron
    73% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2019
    Dev: One Bit Studio
    Windows · Linux

    In this sidescrolling shoot ‘em up, you are the top pilot of the Exile Squadron, who has to stop the invading colonial forces. Unlock and upgrade an array of tactically diverse weapons, complete bonus objectives and compete with other players on the online leaderboards.

    Why similar: Perma Death 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Minimalist 9.1%, Old School 6.8%

  44. #44 MOONMAN: THE GAME
    70% match4 user reviews60% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Wyatt Everett
    Windows

    MOON MAN: THE GAME is a 2d platformer shooter. In this game you will find many different worlds and weapons to use. The game is inspired by a certain someone.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Platformer 12.1%, Shooter 9.5%, Side Scroller 8.4%

  45. #45 Starry Moon Island
    72% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2021
    Dev: TigerQiuQiu
    Windows

    About:It is an old school game collection with ten different types of mini-games.The story tells of a series of wars that took place on the island

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Platformer 16.2%, Shooter 14.1%, Side Scroller 9.5%

  46. #46 Stellar Nemesis
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Perun Games Studio
    Windows

    A high-definition arcade shooter blending old-school action with modern polish. Battle across the Solar System, upgrade your weapons, and unlock tougher challenges in Nemesis Mode - all set to a hypnotic, retro-electro soundtrack.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Old School 16.1%, Shooter 12.1%, Retro 10.3%

  47. #47 Corrupted World
    70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Alexis GuilbaultPub: VoltBlade Games
    Windows

    Get to your target in side-scrolling platform, beat him up in bullet hell.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.2%, Platformer 15.2%, Side Scroller 11.9%, Action-Adventure 11.3%, Robots 9.1%

  48. #48 Star Knight: Order of the Vortex
    70% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2024
    Dev: Void Knight Games
    Windows

    Star Knight: Order of the Vortex is a rogue-lite, bullet-hell, shoot-em-up with the ability to create unique builds and synergies as you test your skills in action-packed gameplay. Choose your crew, upgrade your ship, and explore the unknown depths of the Vortex.

    Why similar: Perma Death 26.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, War 8.9%, Sci-fi 5.9%

  49. #49 Lethal Operation Episode 3 Lethal Arms of Justice
    69% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2023
    Dev: Daisessen
    Windows

    キャラをじっくり育てながら広い世界を冒険する――。 そんなSTGの最終編。ショットを合成して、いいとこどりのショットも作れる! シリーズ最強の敵たちに最強の武器やスキルの組み合わせで対抗し、 この物語の真実に辿り着いてください―

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Side Scroller 10.4%, War 9.3%, Robots 8.6%

  50. #50 The Rush
    68% matchPositive91% of 33 reviews2024
    Dev: Hornbuckle Who
    Windows

    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 24.6%, Bullet Hell 24.3%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Shooter 12.4%, Sci-fi 6.2%

  51. #51 Enyla X
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Revox Games
    Windows

    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 26.1%, Robots 15.6%, Futuristic 12.5%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Shooter 10.1%

  52. #52 Lea
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 3weeks StudioPub: 2P Games
    Windows

    In a world of miracles and challenges, where steam technology meets magic on a vast archipelago continent, you become Lea, an ace pilot. Your mission: conquer enemies, unveil conspiracies, and bring peace. Are you ready to be the hero who stops the war?

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Shooter 11.9%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Minimalist 8.8%

  53. #53 Earth Atlantis
    69% matchMixed56% of 90 reviews2019
    Dev: Pixel PerfexPub: Headup
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 35%

    Earth Atlantis is a side-scrolling shooter with an original "Monster-Hunting" gameplay. Search and hunt down dreadful sea monsters and explore the post-apocalyptic underwater world.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Perma Death 22.5%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Side Scroller 12%, Shooter 8.6%

  54. #54 Elsie
    66% matchMostly Positive79% of 72 reviews2024
    Dev: Knight Shift GamesPub: Playtonic Friends
    Windows · Linux

    Elsie is a technicolour, hyperkinetic, rogue-like action-platformer filled with procedurally generated levels, an army of robots to blast through, and a wide scope of items & weaponry to make each run unique. Master countless magitek weapons and abilities in order to embrace the chaos.

    Why similar: Perma Death 19.2%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Robots 12.5%, Futuristic 10.1%, Platformer 9.5%

  55. #55 Last Soul - Prologue
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 52 reviews2021
    Dev: Wulum Creative Technology Ltd.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Last Soul is a 2d pixel art action platformer with a compelling story about a future where mankind has lost its will. Explore and fight your way through a variety of levels, and take on awesome boss enemies.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Robots 9.5%, Platformer 9.4%, Shooter 8.6%

  56. #56 Polyfury
    67% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2023
    Dev: Wayfarer Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    You thought geometry was difficult? Now it's got a gun! Face the fury of the Seven Deadly Shapes and blast your way through a barrage of bullets and lasers in this highly accessible bullet hell.

    Why similar: Perma Death 23%, Bullet Hell 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Shooter 9%, Futuristic 7.2%

  57. #57 Gamma Bros
    67% matchVery Positive92% of 166 reviews2018
    Dev: PixeljamPub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 36 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Guide the Gamma Brothers through waves of alien attacks, blasting your way home from work in this frantic twin-stick space shooter about brotherly love.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Shooter 11%, Futuristic 10.6%, Old School 8%

  58. #58 Herodes
    67% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: TecnoloGilsPub: QUByte Interactive
    Windows

    Pilot a miniaturized ship and save humanity from the inside out! Herodes is a fast-paced action SHMUP where you enter the human body to hunt a deadly virus. Destroy organic defenses and survive visceral bosses in this tribute to genre classics.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Shooter 13%, Futuristic 7.1%

  59. #59 Citadel Stormer 2
    66% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2024
    Dev: Unearthly Resilience Games
    Windows

    Blast your way through a world of deadly robots and monstrous machines in this explosive run-and-gun action platformer inspired by '90s classics!

    Why similar: Platformer 16.1%, Robots 13.4%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Old School 11.5%, Retro 9.3%

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