- #1 Cold Silence
97% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 reviews2019
Dev: SaintHeiserPub: Half-Face Games
Windows
This is a minimalistic horror platformer about survival adventures at snowy mountains. Follow the mysterious voice from the radio, fight your fears and reveal the truth!
Why similar: GameMaker 42.1% ★, Demons 16.2%, Difficult 11%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%, Shooter 5.3%
- #2 Myasoid
96% matchMostly Positive74% of 34 reviews2022
Dev: Fasu Studio
Windows
Myasoid - This is an arena shooter about a huge worm that protects this planet from the invasion of dangerous alien ships.
Why similar: Gun Customization 23.7% ★, Demons 15.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Robots 14.2%, Point & Click 10.7%
- #3 FETUS
96% matchPositive83% of 35 reviews2022
Dev: LenstroySPub: khukhrovr
Windows
"Fetus" is an intense arcade platformer set in ancient Rome. Battle legionnaires and mutants with axes and spears in challenging levels. Featuring hardcore gameplay, pixel art, and chiptune music. Get ready for a thrilling experience!
Why similar: Soundtrack 25.5% ★, Gun Customization 24.8% ★, Demons 17.1%, Difficult 11%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
- #4 Gunpowder on The Teeth: Arcade
95% matchPositive90% of 39 reviews2019
Dev: Gunpowder Team
Windows
Mega hardcore! In this game you will receive damage first, and only then you will locate the enemy. The implementation of military operations in the classic mechanics of platformer.
Why similar: GameMaker 55.4% ★, Difficult 13.1%, Action 9.6%, Indie 7.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%
- #5 in My MIND.
94% matchPositive88% of 49 reviews2018
Dev: P.S.B (iNsOoL)Pub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
in My MIND. is a shooting game with metaphors about mind and feelings. Face 18 different negative emotions. Your goal is to overcome them without being defeated.
Why similar: GameMaker 46.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Shooter 10%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%, Minimalist 5.7%
- #6 Dark Grim Mariupolis
94% matchVery Positive80% of 81 reviews2018
Dev: Team MariupolisPub: Xitilon
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Introducing “Dark Grim Mariupolis”, a classic adventure game set in a world, combining noir, Greek mythology, magic, mysticism, hopeless entourage of Greco-Roman Age of Decadence and stifling everyday routine. Encourage yourself and step into darkness…
Why similar: GameMaker 39.6% ★, Robots 25%, Demons 17.8%, Atmospheric 8.1%, 2D 4.1%
- #7 Frantic Dimension
93% matchVery Positive91% of 66 reviews2018
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Frantic Dimension is a retro twin-stick shooter inspired by the earliest twin-sticks, 'Space Dungeon' and 'Robotron 2084'. Never stop moving and shooting... or you'll die.
Why similar: GameMaker 36.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Dungeon Crawler 12.5%, Difficult 9%, Shooter 7.4%
- #8 Memorise'n'run
92% matchPositive83% of 35 reviews2019
Dev: JOZGamerPub: JOZGames
Windows
Challenge your ability, your reflexes and your memory to avoid from the shots while you solve a memory game, because in Memorise'n'Run you need to memorize the cards while survive of a real bullet hell.
Why similar: Soundtrack 26.7% ★, GameMaker 19.2% ★, Difficult 15.2%, Minimalist 11.7%, Shooter 11.3%
- #9 Super Jigsaw Puzzle: Monuments
91% matchPositive95% of 43 reviews2018
Dev: Flat Cat Games
Windows
If you like to make puzzles, Super Jigsaw Puzzle: Monuments is your game. Visit some of the most relevant monuments in the world enjoying its comfortable and intuitive interface and its relaxing music that will allow you to concentrate on the difficult task of solving these beautiful photos that pose a real challenge for lovers of...
Why similar: GameMaker 58.4% ★, Difficult 13.8%, Puzzle 10.5%, Atmospheric 5.9%, Indie 4.6%
- #10 Push Pull
91% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2019
Dev: abso1ution
Windows
Push Pull is a challenging 2D puzzle game. You play as Push and Pull, and must work together through a series of simple looking, yet challenging puzzles in an unknown test facility. Will you persevere and discover what purpose this testing serves? Includes over 40 levels and multiple puzzle mechanics.
Why similar: GameMaker 56.2% ★, Difficult 13.3%, Puzzle 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Indie 6.8%
- #11 PINK ELEPHANT
90% matchMostly Positive79% of 33 reviews2022
Dev: IOIGPub: kazakovstudios
Windows
An epic 2D shooter with pixel graphics, where you face off against a mysterious underground sect. Clear rooms of enemies, upgrade your weapons, and battle dangerous foes in thrilling and intense combat!
Why similar: Gun Customization 30.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Dungeon Crawler 18.5%, Difficult 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.3%
- #12 Super Jigsaw Puzzle: Space
89% matchPositive90% of 29 reviews2018
Dev: Flat Cat Games
Windows
If you like to make puzzles, Super Jigsaw Puzzle: Space is your game. Visit the infinite space enjoying its comfortable and intuitive interface and its relaxing music that will allow you to concentrate on the difficult task of solving these beautiful photos that suppose a real challenge for puzzle lovers.
Why similar: GameMaker 58.8% ★, Difficult 14.5%, Puzzle 10.8%, Atmospheric 5.9%, 2D 4.3%
- #13 Excive A-1000
89% matchMixed66% of 46 reviews2019
Dev: Droid RiotPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Sometimes the robots set on a riot. Then you start turning them into the ground metal. That is just your job.
Why similar: GameMaker 39.7% ★, Shooter 17%, Robots 13.9%, Action 13%, Difficult 9.4%
- #14 ASTRONAVE
87% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Doug B.
Windows
Dodge the assault of spheres in circular moves, while destroying celestial bodies and fighting only one boss that will push your abilities and focus to the limit.
Why similar: Soundtrack 34.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Minimalist 15.2%, Difficult 14.8%, Shooter 7.6%
- #15 10 Hours Before Sunrise
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Goburin Studios
Windows
A brutal 8-bit-style boomer shooter inspired by the best of ‘80s trash horror. You are Samuel Alvarez, a broken man who discovers a cabin worse than any nightmare. Survive the night and face the forces of Wendakor — or you won’t see the dawn.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Demons 18.9%, Shooter 16.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Action 8.1%
- #16 Brother Wings
86% matchMixed64% of 187 reviews2017
Dev: BrogamesPub: HandMade Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Brother Wings is a shoot up jet fighter game with vertical scrolling. In this game the player can choose between controlling Marko or Guida, brothers and pilots. The game has two forms, infinity and time attack, both with several ships and types of villains to face.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Dungeon Crawler 17.4%, Point & Click 14.8%, Shooter 11.9%, Puzzle 9.9%
- #17 Vosaria: Lair of the Forgotten
86% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: Johnny Ostad
Windows
A pump-action 2D side-scrolling game with different enemy types. Along with a jump-to-the-roof mechanic that spices up the combat. Avoid traps, survive enemy encounters, and upgrade your weapons and gear to overcome the challenges.
Why similar: Gun Customization 36% ★, GameMaker 30.9% ★, Difficult 13.1%, Shooter 6.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
- #18 Andro Dunos II
84% matchVery Positive93% of 215 reviews2022
Dev: Picorinne SoftPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 31%
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 39.9%, Difficult 16.2%, Soundtrack 14.6% ★, Shooter 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.7%
- #19 Automatic Eltron
85% matchNo user 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: Gun Customization 29.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Robots 14.3%, Shooter 10.9%, Difficult 7.1%
- #20 Little Lost Robots
84% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2019
Dev: Evil Art Bunny Studios
Windows
Little Lost Robots is a challenging puzzle game designed for players who want a proper mental workout. Help the robots reach the rescue portal by placing a sequence of commands for them to follow, pressing play, and hoping nothing crashes!
Why similar: GameMaker 57.2% ★, Difficult 16%, Puzzle 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, 2D 4.6%
- #21 ASCENXION
83% matchPositive81% of 43 reviews2021
Dev: IndigoBlue Game StudioPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
ASCENXION is a 2D shoot 'em up game where you explore the field to progress. Players must overcome puzzles, traps, elite units, boss fights, and other various obstacles while navigating the field. Grow stronger through rewards earned, to uncover the truth of this world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, GameMaker 18.1% ★, Difficult 13.5%, Robots 12.4%, Shooter 10.5%
- #22 Super Jigsaw Puzzle: Cities
82% matchVery Positive95% of 92 reviews2018
Dev: Flat Cat Games
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
If you like to make puzzles, Super Jigsaw Puzzle: Cities is your game. Travel the world enjoying its comfortable and intuitive interface and its relaxing music that will allow you to concentrate on the difficult task of solving these beautiful photos that pose a real challenge for lovers of puzzles.
Why similar: GameMaker 56.1% ★, Difficult 13.2%, Puzzle 12.8%, Atmospheric 5.7%, Indie 5.2%
- #23 Graceward - Complete Edition
81% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: Thinking of Cremation?
Windows
On the run for her life, expelled from a dying city into haunted country, Renee has no choice but to befriend whomever she can- and kill everyone else. In Graceward, all things finish packed down in dark earth.
Why similar: Gun Customization 32.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Point & Click 16.4%, Shooter 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%
- #24 Armada Skies
82% matchMixed57% of 23 reviews2018
Dev: Josh Tam UniversePub: OtakuMaker SARL
Windows
Buy weapons and ship upgrades. Fly through the skies, collect powerups and gun down wave after wave of enemies. Today, you own the skies!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Difficult 15.2%, Minimalist 15.2%, Shooter 13.2%, Action 8.5%
- #25 Madcap Castle
81% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2017
Dev: Diel Mormac GamesPub: IDJ Games
Windows · Linux
Madcap Castle is a charming and challenging gameboy-esque puzzler. You control a mage in a quest to recover his memory and powers in 150 levels of a tower full of obstacles, challenges and secrets
Why similar: GameMaker 87.7% ★, Indie 12.3%
- #26 Cemetery Warrior 4
80% matchMixed69% of 148 reviews2019
Dev: Falco SoftwarePub: kazakovstudios
Windows
Cemetery Warrior 4: Play as Zexus, a demon seeking revenge. Fight diverse monsters, use powerful weapons and supernatural abilities. Stunning graphics, intense gameplay, multiple difficulty levels. Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping demon-slaying adventure!
Why similar: Gun Customization 29.9% ★, Soundtrack 27.6% ★, Demons 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Action 3.2%
- #27 Angry Rocketeer Frenzy
79% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2021
Dev: kazakovstudios
Windows
Angry rockeeteer frenzy - Are cursed robots trying to take over Earth? Not on my shift! Take your trusty rocket launcher into service and destroy all the enemies of our planet in this unusual mix of shoot 'em up and roguelite genres!
Why similar: Soundtrack 26.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Robots 17.4%, Point & Click 13.6%, Shooter 10.3%
- #28 Survivor's Dawn
78% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: MatheusDev
Windows
Survive in a challenging 2D zombie game! Face hordes of the undead, earn money by defeating them, and buy upgrades to increase your health, ammo, and more. How far can you go?
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 21.4%, Point & Click 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Shooter 13.4%, Dark Fantasy 10.3%
- #29 School of the Dead: Anastasia
79% matchMostly Positive72% of 38 reviews2018
Dev: NOINDEX GAMES
Windows
This is the story about a girl named Anastasia, who ends up in a school filled with hideous monsters and gains amazing strength after a strange incident. Are you ready to help a damsel in distress or leave her to the mercy of the terrible monsters? You decide.
Why similar: GameMaker 74.6% ★, Action 9.7%, Indie 7%, 2D 6.5%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #30 BLACK BIRD
78% matchVery Positive91% of 105 reviews2018
Dev: Onion Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Become the Black Bird in this dark-fantasy shooting game with an operatic twist! This is the tale of a young girl who dies a pitiful death, but is reborn as the calamitous Black Bird whose destiny is to destroy the kingdom.
Why similar: Soundtrack 33.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Dark Fantasy 17.3%, Difficult 10%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #31 Mushroom Savior
77% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2020
Dev: Flying Islands Team
Windows
The evil tree kidnapped the mushroom folk and imprisoned them in the dungeon. Help the mushroom king to rescue his people. Make your way through the dangerous dungeon, save the mushrooms and defeat the evil tree!
Why similar: GameMaker 56.1% ★, Minimalist 12%, Puzzle 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%, Atmospheric 5.8%
- #32 Dark Old Sun
77% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2018
Dev: SN!Somos Nerds
Windows · Mac · Linux
A shoot'em up, with focus on choice and progressiveness, so you can choose between a wide selection of weapons, and upgrade them becoming way more powerfull as you play.Big multi-phase bosses and a dramatic story.
Why similar: Soundtrack 25.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Action 16.4%, Shooter 11.9%, Difficult 11.9%
- #33 CORGI
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 43 reviews2022
Dev: RealGamePub: khukhrovr
Windows
A fascinating platformer about a space dog - a traveler who ended up on a strange planet, plowing the endless expanses of space.
Why similar: Soundtrack 29.7% ★, Demons 19.3%, Robots 18.2%, Difficult 11.5%, Shooter 9.6%
- #34 Plasma Attack
75% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: RENFALCPub: khukhrovr
Windows
Plasma Attack is a top-down side scrolling shooter game where the character is a flying spaceship equipped with a base laser.
Why similar: Gun Customization 25.8% ★, Soundtrack 24.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Robots 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
- #35 Blood Moon: The Last Stand
76% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Team Gizmoid
Windows
Blood Moon: The Last Stand is a 2D horde-mode shooter where you will fight countless hordes of vicious enemies. Use your gunblade to survive as the hordes grow stronger and deadlier. As the last survivor in humanity's struggle against the Defiled, make your last stand!
Why similar: GameMaker 29.7% ★, Demons 18.3%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, Difficult 7.5%, Shooter 6.4%
- #36 Shade Silver 2 A Walk In The Darkness
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Chris Allen
Windows
Shoot, Fight, Outwit Enemies, Avoid Spikes, Dark Faces, Evil Bunnies, Solve Puzzles, Fight Bosses, Collect Eyes, Blow Up Bombs, And More, Across Multiple Nightmares, In This Dark Sequel Dungeon Crawler.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Dungeon Crawler 24.5%, Demons 21.3%, Puzzle 9.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.8%
- #37 Super Hydorah
74% matchVery Positive88% of 306 reviews2017
Dev: LocomalitoPub: Abylight Studios
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 72%
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 35.9%, GameMaker 31.4% ★, Difficult 12.3%, Action 6.3%, 2D 5%
- #38 Ghetto Zombies: Graffiti Squad
70% matchVery Positive98% of 122 reviews2026
Dev: Fogo GamesPub: Nuntius Games
Windows
Expect blasts of green zombie goo painting the screen in this top-down shooter packed with crazy guns that blow the heads off some… freaky zombies. Your mission is simple: graffiti the whole city before these mutants dog-pile you
Why similar: Gun Customization 35.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Soundtrack 19.1% ★, Shooter 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #39 Cody's Nightmare
73% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Afternoon Games
Windows
Cody's Nightmare is a spooky 2D pixel art game about a little boy named Cody who is stuck in his nightmare! His only way out is to conquer his fears! But don't worry, he won’t be alone. He will get help from his friends inspired by his favorite toys, comics, and video games.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Soundtrack 18.6% ★, Difficult 17.5%, Shooter 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
- #40 Lab Inspect
73% matchPositive83% of 42 reviews2022
Dev: 8BITLABPub: RAMRISK
Windows
As an inspector, you investigate the suspicious Tepas laboratory. Fight hordes of enemies in a dynamic 2D pixel-art shooter with a wide variety of weapons and hardcore gameplay.
Why similar: Gun Customization 26.8% ★, Demons 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Difficult 11.9%, Shooter 9.3%
- #41 Good Luck, Stay Safe
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Benjo Games
Windows
Inspired by classic PC shooters - Fight through hordes of the undead, scavenge for supplies, buy upgrades and uncover secrets.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Shooter 17.4%, Minimalist 13.8%, Puzzle 13.2%, Action 10.7%
- #42 Drones, The Human Condition
76% matchMostly Negative38% of 356 reviews2016
Dev: Blunt GamesPub: ninjainatux
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%
An addictive fast paced twin stick arena shooter with banging electronic sound track, nostalgic nods and a barrage of flashing lights and bullets. Your task is simple, kill drones, free humans, don't die!
Why similar: GameMaker 44.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Robots 16.2%, Shooter 8.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%
- #43 My Soul Forever
72% matchMostly Positive71% of 31 reviews2022
Dev: Fasu Studio
Windows
My Soul Forever is a 2D puzzle game about a knight who could control his ghost spirit.
Why similar: Soundtrack 30.8% ★, Demons 20.8%, Dungeon Crawler 17.3%, Difficult 13.2%, Puzzle 7.3%
- #44 Ark of Isolation
69% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: TeddyBeerPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Once humanity's last hope, the space vessel 'PramaArk' now drifts aimlessly, light-years away from Earth. It's up to you to set things right, and uncover the secrets buried deep within the ship. The one left behind, and the one who had to say goodbye... Which one will you relate to more?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Point & Click 20.7%, Shooter 17.2%, Puzzle 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #45 Hyper Simon X
72% matchMostly Positive70% of 64 reviews2018
Dev: NukGames
Windows
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: GameMaker 44.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Difficult 10.4%, Action 7.9%, Indie 5.5%
- #46 Pilapila
69% matchPositive96% of 28 reviews2024
Dev: Eseresh
Windows
Pilapila is a charming 2D puzzle game with levels that are simple to understand but increasingly challenging to solve. Test your logic skills and climb your way to victory!
Why similar: Soundtrack 32.3% ★, Difficult 19.2%, Minimalist 11.9%, Puzzle 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.7%
- #47 Aborigenus
71% matchMostly Positive78% of 165 reviews2018
Dev: Flying Islands Team
Windows
Aborigenus is a small adventure platformer with RPG-elements in a primal world. Hunt the aggressive fauna, learn new abilities and fight with the whole enemy army. Choose who you are - a shaman, a warrior or a hunter. Can you save the flying islands from the evil?
Why similar: GameMaker 57.5% ★, Minimalist 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%, Atmospheric 6.3%, Action 6.3%
- #48 A Quiver of Crows
71% matchMostly Positive71% of 51 reviews2016
Dev: Sheado.net
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
A twin-stick shmup set in a grim world cursed by demons and ghouls.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Dark Fantasy 17.8%, Difficult 17.4%, Demons 15.9%, Shooter 9.3%
- #49 BANAN'EM UP!
69% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: SkyBravePub: TENSTACK
Windows · Mac · Linux
BANAN'EM UP! is a tiny challenging arcade shoot’em up where you shoot down quirky aliens to save your planet. Evade bullets, shoot enemies, get upgrades, survive for challenging waves to defeat the final boss, "The MONKE". Die, learn, repeat: get stronger, be powerful!
Why similar: Gun Customization 32% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Shooter 12.2%, Minimalist 9.9%, Robots 9.8%
- #50 The Shaft
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ROOM 205
Windows
Mine ore for the federation, kill monsters in dark caves, protect yourself from radiation, but most importantly, DON'T DIE. Dark caves conceal horrifying abominations. Sell the extracted ore at the safe house and buy new equipment and upgrade your unique weapons.
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Demons 17.9%, Gun Customization 13.4% ★, Shooter 13.4%
- #51 Jungle Rumble
70% matchMixed56% of 34 reviews2021
Dev: Reduc corp
Windows
Become a fearless soldier, face off against the evil Skull and his army in the heart of the Amazon jungle. Survive deadly traps, ambushes, and explosive battles to restore peace. Will you emerge victorious?
Why similar: Soundtrack 29.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Robots 15.6%, Shooter 11%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
- #52 Saturn Quest: Shadow of Planetus
70% matchMixed47% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: Arkhouse TelegraphPub: Arkhouse Telegnosis
Windows
Saturn Quest: Shadow of Planetus is a shameless 8-bit style clone of Shadow of the Colossus! You are Captain Navigator. Fight the evil minions of Planetus! Save Saturn! Save Galaxy!
Why similar: GameMaker 52.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Action 9.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%, Indie 6.4%
- #53 Blitz Smash Ultimate
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Matt Concepts
Windows
This game rolls roguelite and run and gunner into a tight experience with 1-4 couch co-op. Combine bullet powers found on the field to create unique bullet types. Dash to avoid attacks but also to crash enemies or deflect bullets.
Why similar: Gun Customization 27.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Dungeon Crawler 17.3%, Shooter 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 8%
- #54 TCSTRIKERS4
68% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Project Anthem
Windows
This is the biggest news title of 2021. A cute bullet-hell shooter is now available. The game features cool and futuristic visuals and active gameplay.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.9%, Shooter 24.2%, Action 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, 2D 6.7%
- #55 Rolling Bird
67% matchVery Positive93% of 196 reviews2018
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Rolling Bird is a retro arcade shooter, heavily inspired by Namco's 1986 classic 'Rolling Thunder'.
Why similar: GameMaker 42.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Difficult 11.3%, Shooter 8.3%, Action 7.6%
- #56 Guns N' Runs
67% matchPositive85% of 47 reviews2021
Dev: Statera Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Guns N’ Runs is a stylish platform game, action and shooter, containing super specials and Dash mechanics at a fast-pace. Unlock hundreds of meticulous challenges and battle bosses. All of this with an immersive soundtrack and an individual narrative for each of the 8 characters.
Why similar: Soundtrack 30.5% ★, Robots 21.5%, Difficult 14.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Shooter 11.3%
- #57 Urban Hunter
65% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: Pixel Hazard
Windows
A fast-paced action game with deadly traps, endless enemies, and only five lives. Survive the chaos and prove you're the ultimate master of combat!
Why similar: Dungeon Crawler 45.9%, Difficult 28.4%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Action 10%, Singleplayer 3%
- #58 Dungeon Explorer
67% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2021
Dev: KiokLIPub: kazakovstudios
Windows
Dungeon explorer - A brave knight goes to a dangerous dungeon after he heard that the ancient evil has awakened again and is trying to break through to the surface .. Stop the hordes of opponents and their master before it's too late, the fate of the world is in your hands!
Why similar: Soundtrack 30.6% ★, Demons 21.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Robots 17.4%, 2D 4.4%
- #59 Boiling Bolt
68% matchMixed63% of 35 reviews2017
Dev: Persistant StudiosPub: Dear Villagers
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Use your powers and find your playstyle to survive in Boiling Bolt, an immersive and explosive shoot-em-up! Slow down the time to make combos and enjoy the stunning 3D graphics. Help June to save the world alone or with a friend.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.8%, Shooter 17.6%, Difficult 17.6%, Action 13.7%, Indie 9.3%
- #60 Wild Dogs
65% 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 25.5%, Robots 21%, Difficult 17.4%, Shooter 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 7%