60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include 2D, Bullet Hell, Shoot 'Em Up, Action.
a Single Player 2D Side-Scrolling pixel art Skill-Based Bullet-Hell Game where you kill various enemies and bosses to get coins to upgrade your character so you can beat more enemies and progressed further in the
Bad Chicken
Bad Chicken is a retro styled sideway scrolling shoot-em-up inspired by the retro classics. It takes place in 8 locations in the Ferus system, each one with different challenges, and dangers.
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This is bullet hell , bullet curtain and manic shooter 2D Game! Destroy enemies coming from all directions. It is a personal production game of high-vision visuals and music.
Bad Chicken is a retro styled sideway scrolling shoot-em-up inspired by the retro classics. It takes place in 8 locations in the Ferus system, each one with different challenges, and dangers.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Space 12.2%, Comedy 10.3%
This is bullet hell , bullet curtain and manic shooter 2D Game! Destroy enemies coming from all directions. It is a personal production game of high-vision visuals and music.
Why similar: Experimental 21.7% ★, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Psychedelic 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Abstract 10.1%
Dodge through colorful bullet patterns as you shoot down hordes of enemies in this arcade-style scrolling shooter bullet hell about magic dragon girls! Uncover a tragic story about acceptance as you overcome intense challenges that test both your skills and memory.
Why similar: Dragons 33.6% ★, Bullet Hell 25.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Cute 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 5%
Devour the swarm. In this vivid arcade torch 'em up, you play as a dragon growing its tail to expand its firepower. Dodge bullet-hell patterns, wield elemental magic, and slay massive mythic bosses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Dragons 21.9% ★, Psychedelic 10.7%, Space 10.2%
WARNING: VIDIOT GAME MAY CAUSE BRAIN DAMAGE. PLAY AT YOUR OWN DEMISE.
Why similar: Experimental 40.7% ★, Comedy 14.8%, Psychedelic 14.3%, Abstract 12.6%, Cartoon 9.1%
OH MY KAIJU!!! IT'S...KAIJU!!! KAIJU KITE ATTACK!!! The FIRST EVER SHMUP-platformer! Get your kite in the sky now! The Kaiju are coming to town to burn it down. Save your Meemaw! Save the universe! FLY OR DIE!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Psychedelic 12.4%, Cartoon 12.2%
Corona plunged the world into chaos in 2020. That sparked anger and frustration. Here you can let your frustration run free and Corona really express your opinion!
Why similar: Experimental 45.2% ★, Abstract 19.7%, Cartoon 14.8%, Comedy 10.4%, Casual 7%
Draw your path to victory in Art Strikers! A unique art themed bullet hell shoot-em-up that looks and plays like a beautiful work of art.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Cartoon 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%
Facing annihilation, a plucky crew of space salvagers fight dirty using the best tool in their belt - the salvage claw. Grab and toss enemies, deflect attacks, and reshape the battlefield with explosive chain reactions.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Side Scroller 22.3%, PvE 8.6%, Space 8.4%
Normal SHMUP is a strange shoot em' up game based around classic gameplay. Fight the enemies and regain control of the world again.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Psychedelic 16%, Abstract 14.3%, Space 9.4%
Save the universe with Rangerdog! A cute retro-style side-scrolling shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Bullet Hell 17%, Cartoon 14.5%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Pixel Graphics 8.9%
Raze the road less traveled with your Vulvehicle, the ultimate all-purpose armored combat machine! Whether flying through the sky, or burrowing deep underground, these gals stop at nothing to blast through terrain and enemies alike in this comical action STG!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Cartoon 12.3%, Comedy 8.8%
Stardust Battlefield is a sci-fi style 2D side-scrolling shooting game, including 5 normal levels and a special level, the total game time is about 1 hour. The game has enhanced elements, high fault tolerance, and can be easily experienced without hardcore technology.
Why similar: Experimental 36.5% ★, Bullet Hell 24%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Space 8.5%, Casual 5.4%
There is no room for heroes and survival is almost hopeless. Excessively inferior, you will be hunted mercilessly. More than a million years in the future, there is no earth nor humanity - only a few survivors - who desperately protect what is keeping them alive on the m00ns: 3 CUBEs...
Why similar: Experimental 26.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Psychedelic 12.7%
A short visual novel about finding your name and a girl in the fog.
Why similar: Experimental 37.5% ★, Abstract 18.6%, Psychedelic 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Story Rich 6.7%
Side-scrolling bullet hell shooter: ‘The Adventure of the Little Girl in the Red Hood and Little Bird Companion in a World of Swords and Magic!’ If you can read the enemy attacks and dodge the ones you should avoid, it might be surprisingly straightforward (All dodging them is perfectly fine too).
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Bullet Hell 28.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%
Help Fuller on his odyssey through the back streets of England in 2003, as he tries to get to school against the clock. The game contains 5 distinct sections, each with a unique gameplay mechanic. WARNING: This title is famously difficult. Only intended for highly skilled players.
Why similar: Experimental 31.5% ★, Psychedelic 16.2%, Comedy 12.9%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 8%
Nebulock is a short bullet-hell game with intense gameplay, where the player must destroy bosses made of blocks, collect resources and upgrade his spaceship.
Why similar: Experimental 31% ★, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Space 15.5%, Abstract 13.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%
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: Bullet Hell 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Abstract 13.3%, Space 9.8%
RHYUP is a challenging, 5 button rhythm game with shmup elements. Defend your home planet as you take control of a spaceship and move and shoot to the beat of the music while weaving through an onslaught of eye catching, enemy fire all set to an amazing sound track of 20 unique songs.
Why similar: Experimental 28.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Abstract 11.3%, Psychedelic 10.9%
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: Bullet Hell 24.2%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Space 10.9%, Story Rich 7.1%
A throwback to the golden age of white-gloved 16-bit video-game mascots, Spectacular Sparky is an action-packed platformer with wacky characters, explosive weapons and boss battles to treasure!
Why similar: Side Scroller 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Space 15.5%, Comedy 12.7%, Cartoon 11.4%
A short puzzle game with a big story to tell. Dive in to reveal the mysteries of Amy's past.
Why similar: Experimental 42.9% ★, Narration 22.5%, Abstract 18.9%, Story Rich 9.2%, Colorful 3.5%
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: Bullet Hell 26.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Side Scroller 23.1%, Space 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%
L.S.D. is a first person shooter set during a hallucinogen trip.In this dream-like, surreal experience, you will explore large, mysterious open worlds, find weapons and fight against dangerous enemies.Will you be able to break the loop and get back to reality?
Why similar: Experimental 32.6% ★, Psychedelic 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Dragons 14.7% ★, PvE 6.9%
STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Space 16.5%, Sci-fi 7%
Blaster Panic is a 2D space shooter where you defend your home base against an onslaught of enemies. Fight through ongoing boss battles. Last as long as you can to dominate the leaderboard.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Space 14.8%, Abstract 12.7%, Psychedelic 11%
In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Upgrade your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Emerge victorious as the ultimate space pilot!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Side Scroller 23.1%, Space 12.5%, Colorful 5.7%
Xenotype is a side-scrolling space shooter with fully integrated Co-op gameplay. Take control of humanity's biggest scientific achievement as you fight back against a deadly alien invasion. Explore an expansive action/adventure campaign alone, OR recruit a friend and dominate together!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Space 9.2%, PvE 7.3%
Super Intergalactic Gang is a classic arcade shoot-em-up with a new twist. Slow time to dodge waves of bullets, charge up shots into super attacks, and even punch your enemies to death! The game is a fresh new take on a genre that is an oldie but a goodie.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Psychedelic 13.9%, Space 11.8%
Escape Space is a classic arcade space shooter with RPG mechanics. Fight for various factions against swarms of enemies or bosses and improve your standings, level up your rank, unlock new gear and weapons, and upgrade your spaceship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Bullet Hell 24%, Space 19.8%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
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 25.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Space 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%
A surreal bullet hell shmup about a face fighting a wheel! Dodge bullets and shoot down an onslaught of 6 difficult hand-animated bosses with carefully curated bullet patterns. battle to hectic music and aim to get hit as little as you can manage in...DIZZYS!!!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Psychedelic 14.6%, Cartoon 12.6%, Abstract 12.3%
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 23.7%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Space 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%
Blasting is everything in this infinite-bomb shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Experimental 34.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Casual 3.8%
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 36.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Space 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Sci-fi 5.1%
Terra Bomber is presented as a two dimensional sideways scroller based upon the classic arcade shooters of the 1980s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Side Scroller 24.3%, Space 20.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Casual 6.3%
Return Home is an abstract horizontal shooter with dynamic levels and metaphorical explosions. The game is randomised and altered according to how well you play.
Why similar: Psychedelic 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Abstract 19%, Side Scroller 9.3%
1CC Games’ first shoot ’em up returns with totally overhauled visuals, all-new enemies and attacks, a deeper scoring system, remixed soundtrack and fresh player powers. Space Moth: Lunar Edition is the ultimate version of the beloved cult classic.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Psychedelic 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Space 5.6%
Popcorn Rocket is a silly food based old-school arcade space shooter. Pilot the Popcorn Rocket as you blast through hordes of food spaceships in order to save the galaxy from the evil Nebula Empire! With a wacky cast of heroes and villains, Popcorn Rocket will leave your stomach wanting more!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Cartoon 14.9%, Comedy 10.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
Run and Gun Roguelite where the goal is to upgrade each consecutive alien drone on death so the next can strive to become overpowered enough to escape the all consuming hive mind.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Space 18.8%, Cartoon 9.1%, Side Scroller 8.9%
Tri-Star is an endless horizontal-scrolling space shooter featuring Roguelike and Roguelite elements. Blast through waves of enemies and battle against arduous bosses. Form a squadron of three unique ships from an expanding roster and equip them with upgrades as you engage in a battle for survival.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Space 16.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
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 25.6%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Space 19.6%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.3%
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 24.9%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Space 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%
You are the best pilot in the space force and the earth needs you to protect itself from an alien attack. Protect the earth and then go to the invader's planet to finish them off once and for all.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Side Scroller 21%, Space 14.7%, PvE 8.5%
A tiny 2D Hand-drawn "Clean 'Em Up" game about a tadpole cleaning rivers and fighting pollution.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Bullet Hell 23.3%, Side Scroller 20.3%, PvE 7.8%, Cute 7.6%
A story-driven 2D bullet hell shooter set in the afterlife. An emotional journey of young heroines as they confront the science worshippers known as "Chemistians" Vibrant pixel art vividly portrays the world and narrative. "Welcome to 'The Crystal Palace'..."
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Side Scroller 18.8%, Story Rich 8%, Action-Adventure 6.6%
Saturn Quest: Blast Effect is a story-driven action adventure game set in the human-less galaxy far far away. Fly, climb, shoot, explore the world and fight the giant bosses in this 8 Bit style Space Opera, full of drama and epic.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Space 12.7%, Psychedelic 10.3%
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 31.7%, Bullet Hell 30.8%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Space 8.5%, Sci-fi 7.7%
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 30.4%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Side Scroller 22.4%, Space 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
Journey through Proximus-3 as Jaughn (pronounced “John”), and embark on a lighthearted and action-packed journey of redemption, quickly becoming embroiled in an unexpected Rebellion to save the galaxy.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Space 10.9%, PvE 8.9%, Comedy 8.3%
A surrealist experience in a strange museum
Why similar: Experimental 62.6% ★, Psychedelic 19.3%, Casual 9.6%, Colorful 8.6%
It's a bullet-hell spaceship shooter. Can you survive the battlefield? Let's prove your shooting skills!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Side Scroller 22.7%, Space 16.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%
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: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Psychedelic 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
Dive into a vibrant candy world! Collect delicious sweets and find your way through playful orange mazes in this sweet and colorful adventure.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.9%, Abstract 28.8%, Experimental 14.8% ★, Casual 9.4%, Cute 9%
A blind guy with a ghost in his brain tries to save a cursed girl. Naturally, it all goes to hell. A visual novel packed with dark humor, gritty mysticism, violence, and characters who know exactly who’s watching them.
Why similar: Experimental 41.2% ★, Abstract 14.6%, Psychedelic 13.5%, Narration 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 9%
Defeat the Empire a second time in this short electro-jazz space shooter. Beat up bosses and upgrade your ship as you go deeper into the belly of the beast.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Space 17.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Colorful 8.6%
It's RetroShooti! A totally ridiculous shoot 'em up fantasy from the imagination of artist Kid MarsCat☆! Fight through more than 30 levels on this crazy galactic trip and face the wackiest bosses and foes! Or battle with friends in local Co-op and Vs. game modes! Go, Shooti, Go ミ☆!
Why similar: Experimental 31.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Comedy 12%
Origami Flight is a sidescrolling 2D shoot' em up where you control a paper airplane with a simple but challenging mission: to save the Origami World. Now you must beat 6 different stages with tons of enemies in order to save the Tsuru from the evil Origami Fox.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Side Scroller 26.1%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Colorful 8%, Action-Adventure 6.1%
Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Cute 8.5%, Side Scroller 6.2%
