Games Like Heli-Cats

Lead the vegetable revolution alone or with a friend in the side-scrolling shoot ‘em up Rutabaga Desert Storm! Take down wave after wave of enemies, dodge their projectiles, and grab power-ups to boost your destruction! Can you defeat the oppressive humans and free the proletariat vegetable masses?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Score Attack 10%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%

Uncover the magic of Indian mythology, unique power-ups, and an enchanting soundtrack in this electrifying space showdown. Toaplan's vertical co-op shooter Vimana debuts on PC, offering accessible, action-packed gameplay and modern enhancements!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, Old School 10.4%, Arcade 10%, Score Attack 8.8%

Introducing FixEight, Toaplan's thrilling vertical run-and-gun game featuring eight peerless warriors with cutting-edge weapons. Embark on an exhilarating cosmic escapade with up to three players at once. Now on PC with modern extras!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Local Co-Op 11.9%, Arcade 11.2%, Score Attack 9.8%, Old School 8.6%

Experience the epic conclusion of Toaplan's legendary shooter series with Batsugun including the lauded Special version! Choose your favorite character and spaceship in this thrilling genre-defining bullet-hell action. Now on PC with modern enhancements!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Local Co-Op 11.5%, Arcade 10.4%, Score Attack 8.9%, Old School 7.9%

The giant hornets have destroyed your hive and taken the pollen. Fight the swarms alone or with a friend and destroy the dangerous hornet queen! The insect world is very dangerous but... what are you waiting for to get your revenge?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Difficult 13.3%, Local Co-Op 11.2%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Score Attack 8.9%

Get ready for classic shoot-'em-up action in Toaplan's Fire Shark, now on PC with modern updates. An evil and overwhelmingly powerful military force is about to take over not only a small country, but the whole world... Defeat the enemy and accept your place of honor!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Local Co-Op 15.7%, Arcade 12.2%, Score Attack 11.2%, Action 8.3%

Trigger-happy aliens are closing in! Only you can burn the invaders to a crisp with the ultimate starship: HELLFIRE! Discover Toaplan's first side-scrolling shooter, known for its stunning graphics and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with quality-of-life extras!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Local Co-Op 18.6%, Arcade 12%, Action 8%, Retro 8%

Explore an island resort overrun by mysterious creatures that look like ducks in an 8-way water gun blasting romp with arcade shoot'em up and run & gun action RPG game modes!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Local Co-Op 10.7%, Old School 8.9%, Arcade 7.9%

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 22.2%, Local Co-Op 17.3%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Retro 9%, Difficult 9%

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 23.4%, Side Scroller 17%, Score Attack 10.4%, Arcade 9.1%, Old School 8.1%

The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Local Co-Op 20.7%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Arcade 9.6%, Old School 9.5%

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: Local Co-Op 22%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Military 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

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 24.2%, Local Co-Op 14.6%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Arcade 7.6%

AQUA KITTY UDX blasts onto PC in this enhanced Ultra Deluxe Edition including the epic Dreadnought game mode!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Local Co-Op 21.7%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Arcade 10.2%, Score Attack 7%

Play as a fire-breathing dragon in this classic arcade platformer! Blast through destructible stages, incinerate your enemies, and chase the high score, solo or alongside a friend.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Score Attack 12%, Difficult 11.3%, Arcade 7.6%

A minimalist top-down action game where every shot bounces, changes color, and can turn against you. Managing ricochets is your only chance to survive.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Local Co-Op 17%, Score Attack 10.5%, Arcade 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

The ruthless Gidans invite you to an explosive space scramble! Head into the mighty Super Fighter and disintegrate your foes in all directions with various upgradeable weapons. Toaplan's no-frills vertical shooter Truxton speeds onto PC with new features and quality-of-life updates!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Old School 10.9%, Arcade 9%, Local Co-Op 8.8%

Use Aileron Rolling or Evading your enemies' attacks while having a realistic damage system. Use different planes with upgradable parts and numerous weapons you can mount to your planes to destroy your enemies. Fly solo or play with your friends and enjoy local coop. A modern re-invented classic.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Local Co-Op 13.8%, Difficult 11.8%, Score Attack 9.5%

Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from a new mystery threat by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Local Co-Op 20.9%, Arcade 9.7%, Local Multiplayer 8.8%, Co-op 7.3%

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: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Local Co-Op 15.3%, Difficult 9.2%, Arcade 9%, Local Multiplayer 8.1%

Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Local Co-Op 20.5%, Score Attack 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Retro 7%

Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from The General by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Difficult 15.3%, Local Co-Op 15.1%, Score Attack 10.5%, Arcade 8%

A single-stick arcade shoot 'em up inspired by the golden years of retro gaming. Blast to the synthwave beat to combine powerups and destroy waves of invaders. Complete missions, compete on leaderboards, discover secrets, and unlock over 80 unique ships from every era of gaming.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Score Attack 16.9%, Arcade 8.4%, Old School 6.3%

Particle Storm is challenging 2D run n gun blending bullet hell and shmup mechanics with striking pixel art, nonstop action, and an energetic soundtrack.

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Arcade 11.9%, Score Attack 11.9%, Local Co-Op 8.9%

Shoot ’em up, with beautiful 2D pixel art, addictive shooter gameplay, classic levels and weapons that will let you perform a symphony of destruction of the alien base in the black eye galaxy.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Local Co-Op 19.8%, Side Scroller 13.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.6%, Action 8.2%

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 22.5%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Score Attack 12.7%, Local Co-Op 11.8%, Arcade 8%

A Synthwave bullet hell shoot 'em up where grazing enemy fire charges your bullet-slowing field and builds your score. Play through 5 levels in solo or co-op with leaderboard support. '80s vibes meet precision shmup gameplay. Graze Bullets. Bend Time. Break the Future.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Local Co-Op 18.1%, Difficult 14.3%, Arcade 8.9%, Local Multiplayer 6.5%

A gritty, non-stop blood bath from the creator of Insanity's Blade, Super Battle Princess Madelyn and the recently released GuardGrave. And a parody of beloved 60s and 70s classic action films, heroes and villains. Deathwish Enforcers... There's gonna be hell to pay!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Local Co-Op 16%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Arcade 9.5%, Local Multiplayer 8.2%

The sequel to the speed-and-destruction shmup "Raging Blasters" is here! It's called "Raging Blasters 2." This is an arcade-style vertical scrolling shmup in which players control a fighter jet and battle various enemies in outer space.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.6%, Local Co-Op 13.1%, Arcade 12.4%, Score Attack 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%

“METAL SLUG X”, one of the most highly praised titles in the series among Metal Slug fans for its refined balance and game volume, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Arcade 12.8%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Co-op 8.5%

Aqua Kitty is a fast paced retro styled submarine arcade shooter with optional 2 player local Co-op.Blast through hordes of mechanical sea monsters in your kitty sub and defend the deep sea milk mining kittens!THE MILK MUST FLOW!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.9%, Local Co-Op 19.8%, Arcade 7.6%, Action 7.3%, Side Scroller 7.1%

“METAL SLUG 2”, the 2nd entry in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game returns to the battlefield on the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Arcade 16%, Local Co-Op 15.3%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Action 10.9%

In this arcade-style top-down shooter, originally released in 1988 for the Commodore Amiga, take on the role of members of a 4-man squad fighting through a treacherous jungle environment. Play with up to 4 player local co-op.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Military 18.8%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Retro 8%, Old School 7.9%

Marimoth is a short shoot 'em up that puts in control of a moth whose shots bounce off the walls. Calculate your aim, evade enemy attacks by learning their patterns and collect coins to power up.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Arcade 11.8%, Score Attack 11.8%, Difficult 11.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.7%

Take off on a classic arcade journey with Tiger-Heli, Toaplan's pioneering vertical shooter that set the stage for an entire genre. Now available on PC with a host of modern upgrades!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.8%, Arcade 14.3%, Score Attack 12%, Old School 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

Free the galaxy by destroying the EVA program and its artificial planet HELOS. In this 2D shoot'em up, take control of one of the three ships of your choice and go to the different planets to eliminate each threat. 1 or 2 Player coop.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Local Co-Op 17.7%, Arcade 11.5%, Action 8.6%

Take flight in one of three unique ships to battle a legion of enemies and massive bosses across a city sky, through a dark cave, along the bottom of the sea, and into a secret laboratory! Confront a buff, flamboyant crawfish scientist to retrieve the Power Pearl and save your job!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Arcade 10%, Local Co-Op 9.8%, Old School 9.5%

Space BloX is a retro themed game where you will guide a spaceship through a randomly generated barrage of BloX. Nobody really knows what they are, but don't hit into them!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.5%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Difficult 11.3%, Old School 9.2%, Action 8.6%

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: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Side Scroller 17%, Difficult 15.5%, Score Attack 10%, Arcade 8.4%

Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Side Scroller 20%, Arcade 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Retro 6.6%

Golden Hornet is a retro style twin-stick shooter. Become a pilot of the multipurpose helicopter 'Golden Hornet' — rescue hostages and destroy enemy outposts.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Difficult 15.7%, Old School 9.9%, Arcade 8.2%

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 24.7%, Side Scroller 18.7%, Difficult 16.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%, Arcade 7.7%

Warding Witches offers a classic, unapologetic bullet hell shoot ‘em up challenge while also putting defense into players’ hands. Experience an adrenaline-filled flow alternating between attacking, defending and dodging, amplified by an intuitive scoring system that weaves into gameplay seamlessly.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Local Co-Op 16.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Difficult 9.6%, Bullet Hell 8.4%

“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Arcade 13.3%, Local Co-Op 12.3%, Local Multiplayer 7.3%

You are Vakimoh. They are the Venkazoids. Fight for your life in this quick and brutal arcade-style shooter. Can you escape your cage?

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Score Attack 15.6%, Arcade 12.7%, Old School 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 10%

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: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Local Co-Op 12.2%, Score Attack 9.7%, Arcade 7.7%

Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Side Scroller 25.2%, Arcade 10.6%, Old School 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

Strange Pong is a classic Pong game with the addition of new game mechanics. This game is a game of tennis, the player controls a racket and must hit the ball. However, each level has its own features that make the game more interesting.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.1%, Old School 15.9%, Arcade 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Co-op 8.8%

Classic Arcade Style Side Scrolling Shoot'Em Up. Dodge the enemy bullets as you fight your way through 13 levels of increasingly intense action. Play in various levels of difficulty and challenge the high score tables. Co-op up to 4 players, one survives the level, then you all start the next level.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.5%, Local Co-Op 18.3%, Arcade 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Co-op 9.7%

Syder Reloaded revives the Syder series in this love-letter to 90s Amiga shmups with upgraded graphics and refined gameplay. Challenging levels, a fleet of ships and a motherload of alien invaders. Get back to your roots and curse at your monitor in this skills-first shooter.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Difficult 13.2%, Arcade 9.6%, Old School 8%

Jamestown: Legend Of The Lost Colony is a neo-classical top-down shooter for up to 4 players, set on 17th-century British Colonial Mars. It features all the intensity, depth, and lovingly handcrafted pixels of a classic arcade shooter, with a modern twist: deeply-integrated cooperative gameplay.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.1%, Local Co-Op 23.8%, Difficult 7.6%, Bullet Hell 6.7%, Arcade 5.8%

Wish Project is a vertical shoot 'em up that features unique and challenging bullet patterns, 4 difficulties ranging from casual to hardcore, 8 unique playable characters, 6 stages, local co-op, unlockable characters and game modes, and an intuitive scoring system that encourages replay and mastery.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Local Co-Op 24.6%, Difficult 14.1%, Action 9.5%, Arcade 7.8%

22 years after its first appearance, the iconic Platypus is coming back, featuring updated gameplay, new weapons and additional content. Get ready to dive into the heart-pounding action of this fast, frantic, and incredibly fun arcade-style shoot-em-up!

Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Side Scroller 12%, Old School 10.2%, Co-op 7.2%

Super Nano Blaster is a shoot-em-up for PC and Mac, offering single-player and local co-op modes, that transports you to a retro-style digital universe. Delve into technology with your vessel and destroy anything that gets in your way!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Local Co-Op 18.9%, Score Attack 15%, Arcade 8.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%

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 22.6%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Difficult 15.6%, Old School 10.4%, Arcade 8%

AngelStrike is an exciting 2D side-scrolling shoot'em'up with handmade pixel-art and a variety of action-packed missions. Play solo or local co-op with friends to rescue refugees, stealthily deliver supplies, escort your allies, and take down hordes of machines in 40 levels across 5 different areas!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Local Co-Op 22.8%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Action 8.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%

A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Local Co-Op 14.6%, Difficult 14.1%, Score Attack 13.3%, Arcade 9.2%

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 19.8%, Local Co-Op 18.7%, Old School 10.7%, Score Attack 10%, Arcade 8.2%

Use fusion. Avoid obstacles. Die. Try again.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 32.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Score Attack 20.5%, Arcade 12.6%, Action 10.4%