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Games Like Impulse Reactor

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Bullet Hell, Shooter, 2D.

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A deep roguelite bullet-purgatory set in a dying galaxy. Fight through swarms of alien enemies across brutal environments, build devastating weapon combos, and earn prestige to grow stronger with every run. Solo dev passion project.

Reviews: 3 user reviews — 67% — of 3 reviews
Released: 2026-05-23
Developer: Ian Roberts
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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  1. #1 Tiny Pixels Vol. 1 - Ninpo Blast
    97% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Jump on your hoverbike and blast off for unlimited ninja-themed bullet hell mayhem!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Bullet Hell 24.4%, Roguelite 15.4%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 7.9%

  2. #2 Black Paradox Reloaded
    96% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Fantastico Studio
    Windows

    Experience chaos in this remastered, hyper-stylized roguelite. As bounty hunter Black Paradox, travel through space to defeat the Hellraisers – now with enhanced pixel art, rebalanced gameplay, and an intense endless mode.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Roguelite 12.4%, Shooter 9.8%, Local Co-Op 9.3%

  3. #3 Enemy Mind
    96% matchVery Positive85% of 798 reviews2014
    Dev: Schell Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    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 22.9%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Space 11.4%, Shooter 10.6%, Local Co-Op 9.4%

  4. #4 Z-Warp
    95% matchPositive100% of 26 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 30.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Shooter 12.3%, Space 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

  5. #5 Warding Witches
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SonorodePub: Headup
    Windows · Linux

    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: Bullet Hell 30.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Arcade 10.8%, Local Co-Op 9.9%, Shooter 5.4%

  6. #6 SPACE FIGHTER:CODE 1999
    94% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: CHXPub: Gourd Games
    Windows

    It's a shooting game with a space background. Destroy a certain number of enemies and clear the level until you clear it. Enemies appear randomly, and each time you play it has a different experience. Welcome to discover more secrets in the game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Roguelite 13.2%, Shooter 9.5%, Local Co-Op 9.3%

  7. #7 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    92% matchPositive71% of 14 reviews2026
    Dev: N11 Games Division
    Windows

    A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 9.1%, Space 6.7%

  8. #8 Atomic Guardians
    93% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 9%, Space 8%

  9. #9 Black Paradox
    91% matchMixed68% of 132 reviews2019
    Dev: Highwalls
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 42 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    Buckle up for shoot ‘em up chaos in this fast-paced and hyper-stylized roguelite. As the infamous bounty hunter Black Paradox, it’s up to you to travel through space and defeat the Hellraisers – the most dangerous criminal organization in the galaxy.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Roguelite 13.3%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, Shooter 8.1%

  10. #10 Kickback: Shoot to Move! 👾
    90% matchVery Positive100% of 68 reviews2025
    Dev: Dot bloodPub: Targem Games
    Windows

    Kickback is a top-down shooter with roguelike elements, where shooting is the only way to move. Repel waves of mutants, create combinations of weapons and upgrades to survive at all costs on your own or with a friend in a local co-op mode.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Roguelite 12.3%, Local Co-Op 11.2%, Local Multiplayer 9.3%

  11. #11 Solar War
    91% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Andrew M.
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The planets have orbited peacefully for countless millennia. But then… BOOM! Now all orbital bodies are free to move independent of gravity (and they can respawn when defeated too.) You're The Earth… good luck!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Bullet Hell 26.5%, Roguelite 15.8%, Arcade 10.1%, Space 6.9%

  12. #12 Feeble Light
    89% 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 31.1%, Bullet Hell 26.3%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 9.3%, Sci-fi 5.9%

  13. #13 Never Not Shooting
    89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
    Dev: Hand Cannon Games
    Windows

    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 22.9%, Bullet Hell 22.4%, Local Multiplayer 10.3%, Local Co-Op 10%, Shooter 8.8%

  14. #14 Gunvein
    87% matchVery Positive97% of 215 reviews2022
    Dev: NGDEV
    Windows

    Gunvein is a dynamic, aggression-based bullet hell shoot em up where you use lock on lasers, charged weapons, bombs & hypers to overwhelm the enemies before they overwhelm you.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.9%, Bullet Hell 28.4%, Arcade 10.5%, Shooter 8.4%, Sci-fi 5.8%

  15. #15 Bad Cat Good Dog Alien Force
    88% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Daemin N
    Windows

    Bad Cat Good Dog Alien Force is an Arcade Space Wave Defense Shooter. As the forward line, take defense against dimensional invaders and blast your way through waves of incoming enemies. Upgrade your abilities and blast more effectively!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Roguelite 12.9%, Local Co-Op 11.9%, Shooter 10.8%

  16. #16 PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Chain Damage Games
    Windows

    PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift is a sci-fi shoot 'em up game in the style of arcade classics. Dodge barrages of attacks, survive bullet hell bosses, and save Prismidia!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Bullet Hell 25.1%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 8.5%, Space 7.2%

  17. #17 Karous
    85% matchPositive93% of 30 reviews2026
    Dev: RS34
    Windows

    Slash, shoot, guard, grow! Karous, a Dreamcast shoot 'em up originally released back in 2007, is now soaring onto PC. Play as Karous, a girl who lost her parents in a great war with humans. Driven by her father's dying words, she descends to Earth in search of the Sanguis Dei.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Bullet Hell 30.2%, Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 11.4%, 2D 4.7%

  18. #18 Astar Solis
    86% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Rooklift Labs
    Windows

    A minimalistic 2D shoot-em-up, based on dodging bullets.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 9%, Space 7.1%

  19. #19 Invaders Loop
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: hunterllama
    Windows

    In Invaders Loop, which combines classic arcade spirit with roguelite mechanics, survive relentless waves of enemies raining down from the depths of space, dodge bullets, equip yourself with various items from the market, and defeat epic bosses.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Roguelite 16.8%, Shooter 10%, Space 6.7%

  20. #20 Spinner Invaders
    84% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Wobi Games
    Windows

    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: Bullet Hell 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Local Co-Op 9.9%, Shooter 9.9%, Space 9.4%

  21. #21 BLASTER MAYHEM
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stormduck
    Windows

    Weave and cleave your way through walls of bullet and push your score to unknown limits in this aggressive Shoot'em'up to save humanity from its own hubris

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Bullet Hell 26.3%, Arcade 10%, Shooter 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 6.2%

  22. #22 Wish Project
    83% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2016
    Dev: Andrew Willman
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    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 27.1%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 7.1%

  23. #23 WOLFLAME
    82% matchVery Positive86% of 118 reviews2016
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%

  24. #24 ITZO
    79% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
    Dev: GRRRVERSE
    Windows · Mac

    You’re a mediator trying to prevent an interplanetary conflict. How will you do it? By destroying infrastructure, overthrowing a monarchy, wiping out a hive, and eradicating half of a nebula… All this and more in ITZO, an 8-bit bullet hell game!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.7%, Space 14.5%, Shooter 13.8%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Arcade 9.6%

  25. #25 Cybxus Heart
    81% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
    Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
    Windows

    Cybxus Hearts inspired by classic Japanese shooting games. This is a game where you control three different characters at the same time.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 10.7%, Sci-fi 5.9%

  26. #26 Revolution Ace
    80% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,886 reviews2014
    Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLC
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    A deep, tactical shoot'em up. With every takedown, you’ll earn cash and xp to upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Online and local co-op. Unique versus mode. Realistic physics and water simulation.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.3%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Local Co-Op 12.5%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 6.8%

  27. #27 東方眠世界 ~ Wonderful Waking World
    78% matchVery Positive97% of 295 reviews2022
    Dev: Oligarchomp
    Windows

    A simplistic, dynamic Touhou fangame bullet hell shmup with a pixel art esthetic. Shoot down your enemies and dodge your way through an incessant barrage of projectiles!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Arcade 10.9%, Shooter 10.6%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%

  28. #28 Syder Arcade
    79% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
    Dev: Studio Evil
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Arcade 9.6%, Shooter 9.6%, Space 8.3%

  29. #29 Magical Blaster
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: reverse snare
    Windows

    High-speed horizontal shmups in which many fairies fight together!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.8%

  30. #30 Laser Droplets
    78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Kikashi Online
    Windows · Mac

    Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Arcade 13.4%, Shooter 7.5%, Space 6.9%

  31. #31 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows

    Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Local Co-Op 10.6%, Space 9.8%, Shooter 9.5%

  32. #32 Star Saviors
    76% matchVery Positive82% of 1,684 reviews2016
    Dev: Sharpened Edge Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Saviors brings the best bullet hell experience you can find on Steam. Play through 18 challenging stages in this ultimate test of tactics and reflexes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.9%, Bullet Hell 28.9%, Space 9.1%, Arcade 4.7%, Shooter 3.9%

  33. #33 Space Blade
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mountain Of Games
    Windows

    Single player, top down, retro space-shooter, destroy enemies and fight bullet-hell bosses, upgrade during runs and after them to progress further and faster.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.8%, Bullet Hell 25.4%, Shooter 12%, Space 9.1%, Arcade 8.7%

  34. #34 upg
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: vijay pemmaraju
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    a fast-paced bullet heaven auto-shooting action platformer

    Why similar: Auto Battler 23.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Roguelite 12.1%, Space 7%

  35. #35 Metal Head Warfare
    73% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: Marcos Rodrigues Dos SantosPub: MK-GAMES
    Windows

    Metal Head Warfare is one of the best fast-paced shooting games in 4K and 120 FPS, modern and with wonderful graphics, where players collect super powers and become increasingly powerful to defeat chaos and evil in a world on the brink of the abyss.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Bullet Hell 24.3%, Roguelite 15.5%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 9.8%

  36. #36 Overdriven Reloaded
    75% matchPositive88% of 34 reviews2016
    Dev: TOMAGameStudio
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Shoot' Em Up, Vertical Fast & Fun !The Overdriven Ship is back :More better, more intense, and more beautiful !

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Local Co-Op 12.2%, Arcade 8.2%, Space 7.2%

  37. #37 Drone Break
    74% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: James H. Van der MeulenPub: Trash Vomit Studios
    Windows

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Roguelite 15.1%, Space 12.4%, Shooter 9.9%

  38. #38 Raiden V: Director's Cut | 雷電 V Director's Cut | 雷電V:導演剪輯版
    74% matchMixed56% of 529 reviews2017
    Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Arcade hit Raiden first left its mark on the shooting genre 25 years ago. The easy to learn, hard to master series comes to the PC in its most modern and advanced form yet! Join the war for Earth's future-where the tide of battle holds constant surprises.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.9%, Bullet Hell 27.2%, Shooter 14%, Arcade 12.4%, Action 5.6%

  39. #39 Super Orbital Mega Drift II
    72% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
    Dev: Elie GedigierPub: beebop
    Windows

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, Space 10.8%, Arcade 10.4%, Shooter 9%

  40. #40 Spinner Invaders 2: A Mad Revenge
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Wobi Games
    Windows

    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 24.5%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Local Multiplayer 12.2%, Arcade 10%

  41. #41 ASSAULT SHELL
    73% matchPositive91% of 22 reviews2021
    Dev: Team Overloaded
    Windows

    Engage in an action packed shoot em' up adventure! Choose from 4 powerful fighters and fight through 5 intense stages! Multiple tough and challenging bosses stand in your way, so use the insanity system BLANK STAND to erase them all!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 9.6%, Sci-fi 4.8%

  42. #42 Radirgy Swag
    70% matchPositive94% of 36 reviews2026
    Dev: RS34
    Windows

    Dodge, slash, and shoot your way through waves of enemies while collecting items. Blast off on a quick trip toward the Moon in Radio-allergic Shoot ’Em Up!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 39%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.9%, Shooter 13.5%, Action 5.4%, 2D 5.1%

  43. #43 Crimson Crisis
    71% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Mr. Phil Games
    Windows

    A fast-paced action roguelike where skill beats firepower. Outmaneuver swarms, harness Poison/Inflame/Traumatize, and expand the game with mods & co-op.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Roguelite 15.3%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.9%

  44. #44 Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo
    72% matchVery Positive84% of 605 reviews2015
    Dev: SynsetPub: New Blood Interactive
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as SHMUP veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and SEVENTEEN playable ships.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Bullet Hell 31.7%, Arcade 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%, Space 4.7%

  45. #45 Tameshi
    71% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2023
    Dev: 171Dev
    Windows

    In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Power-up your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Survive the onslaught and emerge victorious!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 8.6%, Space 7.5%

  46. #46 STURMWIND EX
    71% matchPositive81% of 42 reviews2019
    Dev: b-alive
    Windows

    STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Bullet Hell 23%, Space 11.1%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 9.1%

  47. #47 Stranded in the Abyss
    70% 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 31.9%, Bullet Hell 28.3%, Arcade 10.6%, Space 9.2%, Sci-fi 6%

  48. #48 Metal Crisis
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mad Rabbit Digital
    Windows

    METAL CRISIS is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up inspired by 3D space shooters of the 90s. Pilot the most advanced ship Earth has created capable of acquiring enemy weapons as you battle through hordes of fighters and hulking bosses in it's war against the space colonies rebellion.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Bullet Hell 25.7%, Shooter 12.6%, Sci-fi 8.4%, Arcade 7.3%

  49. #49 Netherspace 2
    70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: Konstantinos Katsoris
    Windows

    A shoot'em'up game for up to 4 players that combines advanced RPG advancement elements with pure space shooter action, 20 unlockable weapons & 4 heroes with varied strengths in their 10 primary stats, along with each ship's 10 aspects, add a huge variety of choices for all gamers.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Roguelite 12.2%, Shooter 12%, Space 8.7%

  50. #50 Escape 2 Space
    69% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Bullet Hell 24%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 10.5%, Space 9.9%

  51. #51 Nova Strike
    68% matchMixed65% of 23 reviews2023
    Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
    Windows

    Fire up your blaster cannons and take on waves of enemies in this retro shoot'em up with procedural levels. Come back stronger with each attempt and beat the high score!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Shooter 10.1%, Space 9.8%, Arcade 9.2%

  52. #52 Escape Space
    67% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2024
    Dev: ShidyGames
    Windows

    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 25.6%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Space 13.3%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 8.9%

  53. #53 ASTRO: The Beginning
    69% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: BigGame StudioPub: BigGame Publishing
    Windows

    ASTRO: The Beginning is a dynamic side scrolling shoot 'em up about a close-knit space team caught in a clusterf*ck of epic proportions.Unravel the evil plans of your foes and secrets of world order while taking down various types of enemies and engaging in crazy boss battles.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 16%, Roguelite 13.7%, Space 10%, Shooter 8.2%

  54. #54 Space Ship Infinity
    68% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2021
    Dev: Lucas LimaPub: Made In House
    Windows

    Returning to the classic style of spaceship games in pixel art. Survive in space as many enemy ships and anything else that can destroy your ship, get all the advantages and improvements available to get your best score.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 9.9%, Space 9.1%

  55. #55 Starship Architect
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: InventState Studio
    Windows

    Starship Architect is a high-octane roguelike where every decision counts. Battle relentless enemies, choose from a dynamic arsenal of weapons and upgrades, and strategically assemble your ship. Unlock powerful new parts after each run and craft the perfect starship.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 22.4%, Roguelite 15.8%, Shooter 10.4%, Space 8.5%

  56. #56 Gunlocked
    66% matchVery Positive87% of 505 reviews2022
    Dev: FromLefcourt
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Roguelite 13.8%, Shooter 9.1%, Arcade 8.5%

  57. #57 Star Gun
    66% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2025
    Dev: Transfinity Games
    Windows

    Star Gun is a fast-paced, auto-scrolling space shooter with RPG-style progression. Unlock unique ships and equipment, build powerful loadouts, and master skill-based combat as you blast through an unpredictable galaxy—solo or in local co-op.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Local Co-Op 15%, Roguelite 12.6%, Local Multiplayer 11.2%, Space 7.4%

  58. #58 GALXAGAR
    67% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: MoonMuse Entertainment
    Windows

    "Don't go to GALXAGAR"; a phrase uttered by many who have traversed its rim. Untold treasures, and terrors, await within its blackened depths. Ready your craft, spacefarer, because you're about to enter the most dangerous sector in all the stars. Get ready.. for GALXAGAR!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 9.5%, Space 7.6%

  59. #59 Vectoraid
    66% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: James Suret
    Windows · Linux

    A neon retro Asteroids inspired arcade game with persistent progression, upgrades and cosmetics to unlock. With Asymmetrical local Co-op, mining extraction, Endless waves game modes and local PvP.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Roguelite 15%, Arcade 9.5%, Shooter 9%

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