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

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  1. #1 Echoes+
    97% matchVery Positive92% of 858 reviews2015
    Dev: Binary Zoo
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%

    Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, Bullet Hell 27.5%, Action 15%, Indie 9.3%, Space 7.3%

  2. #2 Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition
    96% matchVery Positive81% of 405 reviews2015
    Dev: Entity MedialabPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 16%

    Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition is a hardcore, uncompromising vertical scrolling bullet hell/invader hell shooter (shmup) that doubles as a techno-based lightsynth, triggering bursts of funky invaders at the pulse of a relentless beat.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Great Soundtrack 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Rhythm 11.5%, Action 9.6%

  3. #3 Star Saviors
    96% matchVery Positive82% of 1,685 reviews2016
    Dev: Sharpened Edge Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.7 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 39.2%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Great Soundtrack 15.7%, Space 6.6%, Action 6.4%

  4. #4 Jets'n'Guns 2
    95% matchVery Positive90% of 1,296 reviews2020
    Dev: Rake in Grass
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Jets'n'Guns 2 is a side-scrolling space shooter with insane levels of action and destruction. Travel the galaxies and unleash an arsenal of the deadliest weapons and devices to save the universe from its inevitable doom.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.6%, Great Soundtrack 21.1%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Action 12.3%, Indie 8.1%

  5. #5 DEEP SPACE ANOMALY
    94% matchMostly Positive78% of 107 reviews2019
    Dev: DRM GMZ
    Windows

    Space. Anomalies. Throw down a challenge to mad alien mutants in dynamic firefights with continuous injection of adrenaline! Get ready for the most unforgettable and enchanting space confrontation of all time!

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Fast-Paced 14.7%, Action 11.5%, Space 10.2%

  6. #6 Dead
    94% matchVery Positive91% of 278 reviews2018
    Dev: Alec SmithPub: Milo Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    The universe wants you dead. Take on the ten great spirits of the universe in this intense boss fighting challenge!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.4%, Great Soundtrack 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 12.6%, Action 11.5%

  7. #7 BLUE REVOLVER
    93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 916 reviews2016
    Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.4%, Bullet Hell 25.7%, Great Soundtrack 18.5%, Action 5.1%, Arcade 4.6%

  8. #8 Dark Old Sun
    92% matchVery Positive93% of 55 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: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Action 29.4%, Bullet Hell 22.4%, Space 9.8%, Indie 4.6%

  9. #9 Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo
    91% matchVery Positive84% of 624 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 32.4%, Bullet Hell 26.6%, Great Soundtrack 10.3%, Action 7.9%, Retro 7.1%

  10. #10 Angel at Dusk
    87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,740 reviews2024
    Dev: AkiragoyaPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Overwhelmingly bizarre beauty. Shoot, dodge, and destroy! A shmup where an apocalyptic world awakens to primal desires!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.1%, Psychedelic 26.6%, Action 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.3%, 2D 5.8%

  11. #11 Feral Fury
    91% matchVery Positive81% of 130 reviews2017
    Dev: Skandivania GamesPub: Skandivania Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 29.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Fast-paced twin stick shooter rogue-lite action

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.3%, Bullet Hell 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Action 13.5%, Indie 9.8%

  12. #12 REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
    90% matchVery Positive91% of 405 reviews2014
    Dev: Cross EagletPub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.6%, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Great Soundtrack 17.4%, Action 7.5%, Indie 5.4%

  13. #13 Danmaku Unlimited 2
    89% matchVery Positive92% of 491 reviews2014
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    Classic Japanese style vertical manic shooting action! Shoot, dodge and explode your way through the second entry in the critically acclaimed Danmaku Unlimited series. Battle through nail-biting bullet patterns and compete for dominance on the global leaderboard!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.6%, Bullet Hell 35.6%, Great Soundtrack 14%, Action 5.9%, Indie 4.5%

  14. #14 Sektori
    82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 944 reviews2025
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Sektori is an intense, fast paced twin-stick shooter infused with hard hitting techno music. A game where the high-adrenaline gameplay, visuals, and music come together to transport you into another state of consciousness.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Great Soundtrack 14.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13%, Arcade 8.3%

  15. #15 Touhou Chireiden ~ Subterranean Animism.
    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 850 reviews2020
    Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 18.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    弾幕は 地獄であるほど 美しい 深ければ深いほど地底は地獄の姿を取り戻す ヘリッシュでラブリーな弾幕シューティング地獄

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.3%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Action 10.6%, Indie 9.2%

  16. #16 Grav Blazer
    88% matchMixed48% of 161 reviews2017
    Dev: Ripknot Systems
    Windows
    Median: 0 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 12%

    Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Top-Down Shooter 11%, Great Soundtrack 10.5%, Space 8.9%

  17. #17 Bullet Hell Monday
    83% matchVery Positive95% of 66 reviews2022
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    Beginner Welcome Bullet Hell Shooter. "Chapter Mode", which is starting from a simple stage and gradually becoming more difficult, is recommended for beginners. Once you get used to bullet hell, let's experience full-scale bullet hell in "Challenge Mode".

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Bullet Hell 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.2%, Psychedelic 9.8%, Great Soundtrack 8%

  18. #18 Ether Loop
    85% matchMostly Positive70% of 314 reviews2020
    Dev: Moon Lens
    Windows

    Ether Loop is a hardcore fast-paced bullet hell with roguelike elements. Descend the unforgiving depths of a mysterious world, encounter challenges, discover dynamic environments and fight ruthless creatures while unveiling the secrets of Ether Loop.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.3%, Great Soundtrack 19%, Action 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Indie 11.2%

  19. #19 Rhythm Destruction
    86% matchMixed45% of 136 reviews2014
    Dev: Curious Panda Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Rhythm Destruction is a rhythm & shoot'em up that aims to combine the best of both genres. Blast and maneuver your way through perilous stages filled with numerous enemies, obstacles and unique boss encounters.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Rhythm 22.4%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Action 13.9%, Indie 13.8%

  20. #20 Ghost Blade HD
    84% matchVery Positive87% of 55 reviews2017
    Dev: Hucast GamesPub: 2Dream
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Ghost Blade HD is an intense bullet-hell shoot 'em up game, with satisfying and addictive score-based gameplay. With its inspiration going back to the shooting games of the 1990s era, Ghost Blade HD ties old memories to current tones and techniques.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.8%, Bullet Hell 32.1%, Action 14.9%, Indie 11.2%

  21. #21 Crome: Before Purgatory
    84% matchVery Positive88% of 51 reviews2019
    Dev: Stumphead Games LLC
    Windows · Mac

    Inspired by the heyday of 8-bit arcade gaming, Crome: Before Purgatory is an intense space shoot em' up experience. Play as the Galactic Consul's best star pilot, Crome, and fend off endless the hoards of invaders while competing for the top score on the global leaderboard.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.6%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Action 17.8%, Retro 9.2%, Arcade 6.8%

  22. #22 ZeroRanger
    80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,251 reviews2018
    Dev: System Erasure
    Windows
    Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Great Soundtrack 26.5%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Action 5.6%, Indie 5%

  23. #23 Steel Vampire
    81% matchVery Positive90% of 99 reviews2018
    Dev: AkiragoyaPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Hear the shrieks of colliding metal! Behold the true form of steel! An explosive onslaught of shooting action!!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Bullet Hell 24.8%, Great Soundtrack 15.6%, Action 10.9%, Indie 7.7%

  24. #24 Spaceman Sparkles 2
    82% matchMostly Positive73% of 80 reviews2015
    Dev: tjern
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Spaceman Sparkles 2 is a frantic bullet-hell that takes place in a thumpin' disco universe, you'll be begging for mercy while bobbing your head to the beat.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 55.7%, Action 44.3%

  25. #25 Mini-Dead
    79% matchVery Positive94% of 926 reviews2018
    Dev: Alec SmithPub: Milo Games
    Windows
    Median: 54 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    144 FPS boss battle action with a devilishly creative game mechanic.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 36.2%, Action 24%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Indie 19.8%

  26. #26 BULLET SOUL
    81% matchVery Positive83% of 76 reviews2017
    Dev: MAGES. Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Blending classic shooting game design with a substantial dose of modern day bullet hell and flashy pyrotechnics, Bullet Soul has it all! Play through multiple modes, all designed to welcome newcomers to the genre, but also challenge experts aiming for ever higher scores.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.8%, Bullet Hell 26.9%, Great Soundtrack 22.6%, Action 11.7%

  27. #27 Aster
    79% matchMixed65% of 288 reviews2020
    Dev: KSPub: Critical Bliss
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 1.0 hrs≥1hr: 15%

    Aster is a classic arcade style shooter, with fast action, aliens, (and sex). Earth is fighting a losing battle against aliens from another galaxy, and things are looking bleak. In a desperate gambit, Earth's military calls upon a hired gun to turn the tide.

    Why similar: Action 27.7%, Sexual Content 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Great Soundtrack 13.9%, Indie 9.8%

  28. #28 Bleed 2
    78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 914 reviews2017
    Dev: Ian Campbell
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Bleed 2 is a relentless arcade action game featuring air-dodging, bullet-reflecting, and tons of bosses. Now with randomly-generated levels and daily challenges, too!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Bullet Hell 25.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.5%, Action 13.3%, Indie 8.7%

  29. #29 Hyper Sentinel
    78% matchVery Positive84% of 70 reviews2018
    Dev: Four5Six PixelPub: Huey Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 21%

    A face-melting, pixel-pumping arcade shoot 'em up featuring awesome power-ups, epic boss battles and spectacular effects at a blistering 60fps. Blast into battle against giant space destroyers in Arcade Mode, tackle endless waves of enemies in Survival Mode and face off against epic level guardians in Boss Run mode.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Fast-Paced 15.1%, Action 11.6%, Indie 8.4%

  30. #30 Nex Machina
    76% matchVery Positive87% of 2,201 reviews2017
    Dev: Housemarque
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Nex Machina is an intense arcade style twin-stick shooter from Housemarque. Taking hints from both Robotron and Smash TV, Nex Machina focuses on pure action, voxel destruction and competition in the distant, cablepunk themed future.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 28.4%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Action 7.8%, Arcade 7.2%

  31. #31 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
    72% matchVery Positive96% of 91 reviews2023
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    "Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.8%, Bullet Hell 27.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Psychedelic 7%, Action 6.6%

  32. #32 Waves
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,571 reviews2011
    Dev: Squid In A Box Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Waves is an Arcade Twin-Stick Shooter that's all about High Scores. Build your combo and drop bombs in pursuit of Leaderboard dominance over seven game-modes!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Great Soundtrack 15.4%, Psychedelic 11.2%, Fast-Paced 7.4%

  33. #33 Touhou Shinreibyou ~ Ten Desires.
    75% matchVery Positive96% of 458 reviews2019
    Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 274.4 hrs≥1hr: 62%

    飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.7%, Great Soundtrack 28.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Action 9%, Indie 7.9%

  34. #34 Polychromatic
    77% matchVery Positive95% of 57 reviews2015
    Dev: Brushfire Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Polychromatic is a physics-based arcade shooter with a pop of color.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 53.4%, Action 18.2%, Indie 16.5%, Arcade 11.9%

  35. #35 Rhythm Storm
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 89 reviews2025
    Dev: Radiangames
    Windows

    Rhythm Storm is a roguelike bullet heaven with stunning vector graphics, rhythmic action, and overwhelming swarms of enemies. Your vehicle aims and fires freely while everything else dances and moves to the beat in this spectacular audio-visual experience.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Rhythm 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 11.5%, Psychedelic 10.9%

  36. #36 PAWARUMI
    75% matchVery Positive93% of 80 reviews2018
    Dev: Manufacture 43
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Pawarumi is a modern shoot’em up set in a retro futuristic sci-fi pre-Columbian universe. You’ll take control of the almighty ship Chukaru and its three unique weapons! Shoot wisely to either do double damage, heal yourself or charge your Super Attack!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Great Soundtrack 12.8%, Arcade 8%, Space 7.8%

  37. #37 VARYZNEX
    68% matchVery Positive98% of 50 reviews2025
    Dev: zakichi
    Windows

    classical horizontal scroll 2D Shmup

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.2%, Space 14.7%, Great Soundtrack 11.5%, Bullet Hell 9.9%, Retro 9%

  38. #38 BULLETHELL
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 97 reviews2024
    Dev: Walter Machado
    Windows

    BULLETHELL is an experimental, retro-hardcore, barely playable, ultra-fast-paced arena top-down shooter.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.6%, Action 19.6%, 2D 11.6%, Experimental 10.2% ★, Indie 9.8%

  39. #39 Sine Mora
    74% matchVery Positive82% of 942 reviews2012
    Dev: Digital RealityPub: THQ Nordic Mobile
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    Sine Mora is a horizontal shoot'em up that provides a unique take on challenge, where time is the ultimate factor.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.3%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Action 7.8%, Indie 6.1%, Arcade 5.7%

  40. #40 Legacy of the Elder Star
    74% matchVery Positive87% of 79 reviews2016
    Dev: Kickbomb Entertainment LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Legacy of the Elder Star is a mouse-driven shoot 'em up for the rest of us. You are the Cosmonaut, an eternal cosmic hero who must shatter the robotic Infinite Legion and rekindle a dying star!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Great Soundtrack 17.2%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Action 12.8%, Fast-Paced 10%

  41. #41 Beat Hazard 3
    66% matchVery Positive83% of 680 reviews2024
    Dev: Cold Beam Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Are you ready to explore your music collection mapped as a stunning galaxy of wonders? Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven twin stick shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Rhythm 26.1%, Action 7.6%, Space 6%

  42. #42 Hyper Simon X
    73% matchMostly Positive71% of 69 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: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Action 14.6%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Indie 10.2%, Top-Down Shooter 9.4%

  43. #43 Solar Shifter EX
    76% matchMixed47% of 115 reviews2015
    Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Warp into action with Solar Shifter EX. Man your ship and dive into fierce combat situations in space and over beautiful and distant planet surfaces. Solar Shifter EX is a sci-fi shoot 'em up with the unique ability to 'shift'.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 62.3%, Action 22.2%, Indie 15.5%

  44. #44 Savant - Ascent
    72% matchVery Positive92% of 2,796 reviews2013
    Dev: D-Pad Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    A malicious orb has cast Savant out of his tower and transformed his surroundings into dangerous enemies!Dodge and shoot your way back up the tower, and blast down waves of enemies as you make your way towards the top! As you progress, you unlock CDs that not only give you new tracks to play to, but also grant you powerful new abilities!

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Fast-Paced 14.1%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Action 8.3%

  45. #45 Rocking Pilot
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 72 reviews2017
    Dev: GungroundsPub: Mad Head Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Shoot, blast and slash through hordes of enemies in Rocking Pilot - a twin-stick shooter extravaganza inspired by arcade classics.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Fast-Paced 14.6%, Action 11.7%, Indie 9.2%

  46. #46 Nova Drift
    62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,646 reviews2024
    Dev: ChimericPub: Pixeljam
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.4 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Bullet Hell 23.5%, Great Soundtrack 12.3%, Space 10.5%, Retro 6.6%

  47. #47 Galaxy Highways
    64% matchVery Positive97% of 62 reviews2025
    Dev: Nanopike
    Windows · Mac

    An indie story-driven space shooter with intense battles, escalating enemy waves, and massive boss fights. Choose and upgrade ships, unlock powerful weapons, and protect your allies. Upgrade your base and construct a battleship to take on even stronger enemies. All set to a rock & synth soundtrack.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.4%, Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Space 10.6%, Action 10.3%, Retro 9.1%

  48. #48 Hell is Other Demons
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 339 reviews2019
    Dev: Cuddle Monster Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    Hell is Other Demons is an action-platform shooter, with Roguelite elements. Explore a sprawling, hand-crafted world full of demons, insanely over-the-top boss fights, and a heavy synthwave soundtrack.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.7%, Fast-Paced 20.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Retro 7.5%, Arcade 7.1%

  49. #49 Straimium Immortaly
    71% matchVery Positive90% of 174 reviews2016
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Straimium Immortaly is a shmup roguelike dungeoncrawler. Explore the butts-hard procedurally generated Cubicus battling beasties, looting endless item and weapon upgrades and defeating huge boss meanies in your vengeful quest to eradicate the Queeni Emperess.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.1%, Great Soundtrack 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Psychedelic 8.6%, Action 8.6%

  50. #50 Polygon Attack
    71% matchVery Positive88% of 275 reviews2016
    Dev: Magnolia Art
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Break through unlimited waves of enemies and fight unpredictable bosses!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Great Soundtrack 19.9%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Space 11.3%, Top-Down Shooter 8.9%

  51. #51 DEVIL BLADE REBOOT
    62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 847 reviews2024
    Dev: SHIGATAKE GAMES
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 63%

    An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.1%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Great Soundtrack 10.6%, Action 8.7%, Retro 8.6%

  52. #52 Space Pressure 3D: Prelude
    65% matchVery Positive85% of 130 reviews2023
    Dev: Maze TeamPub: Tinaynox
    Windows

    Immerse yourself in the story of two brave space amazons who dare to challenge the irresponsible aristocratic system. Overcome all the obstacles that appear on your way - hordes of space scavengers, armies of General Admiral and get to the main villain - Evil Moneybag!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Action 8.9%, Space 8.8%, Retro 7%

  53. #53 Power-Up
    73% matchMixed58% of 268 reviews2014
    Dev: Psychotic Psoftware
    Windows
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    A fast-paced retro shoot-'em-up featuring evolving weapons, intense arcade combat and massive bosses — from one-man studio Psychotic Psoftware.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Action 9.7%, Space 8.6%, Fast-Paced 8.4%

  54. #54 APE OUT
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 4,126 reviews2019
    Dev: Gabe CuzzilloPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.8 hrs≥1hr: 53%

    APE OUT is a wildly intense and colorfully stylized smash ‘em up about primal escape, rhythmic violence, and frenetic jazz.

    Why similar: Fast-Paced 26.5%, Great Soundtrack 23.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Action 11.8%, Indie 9.3%

  55. #55 Schism
    61% matchVery Positive96% of 168 reviews2025
    Dev: FamiPub: 2 Left Thumbs
    Windows

    Schism is a challenging action roguelike RPG with deep synergies and high broken build potential. The combination of robust stat systems, fully moddable guns, deity worship, intense frequency-switching bullet hell combat, and difficult bosses make for a unique and highly replayable experience.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Bullet Hell 36.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Action 9%

  56. #56 Jets'n'Guns Gold
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 1,532 reviews2014
    Dev: Rake in Grass
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Jets'n'Guns is a heavy piece of ground shaking rock blasting action with graphics and special effects that will blow you eyes out! Enjoy yourself in almost-insane action adventure of saving the universe from the deadly threat of more than 270 unique monsters in the campaign of 43 levels.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.6%, Great Soundtrack 31.1%, Bullet Hell 10.6%, Action 5.7%, Space 4.5%

  57. #57 Beat Hazard
    69% matchVery Positive95% of 7,451 reviews2010
    Dev: Cold Beam Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Experience your music collection like never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Bullet Hell 26%, Rhythm 22.5%, Space 8%, Action 3.8%

  58. #58 Pixel Galaxy
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 191 reviews2015
    Dev: Serenity Forge
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    A non-shooting shoot 'em up where you must grow, make friends, and survive together.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Bullet Hell 28.3%, Action 5.1%, Arcade 4.2%

  59. #59 PARTICLE MACE
    69% matchVery Positive88% of 1,373 reviews2015
    Dev: Andy Makes
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A space game about swinging trash into things and dying.

    Why similar: Great Soundtrack 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Action 15.5%, Indie 15.3%, Arcade 9.7%

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