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Games Like Incremental Space Defense Force League

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Action, Top-Down Shooter, Shooter.

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Pilot an A.C.E combat craft in a incremental retro styled sci-fi shoot 'em up where every run earns data shards, unlocks upgrades via 7 skill trees, fight bosses, conquer 100 prestige levels and push deeper into a war against the Worms invading the colony.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: 2026-09-01
Developer: Grayfox
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    Dev: Duk Studios
    Windows

    A simple and fun space shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, PvE 9.8%, Shooter 7%

  2. #2 Battle AirForce
    96% match5 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, PvE 9.4%, Shooter 7.1%

  3. #3 Psyvariar 3
    96% matchPositive83% of 30 reviews2026
    Dev: Banana BytesPub: Red Art Games
    Windows

    Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Bullet Hell 18%, Shooter 7.6%, Arcade 5.5%

  4. #4 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    95% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Shooter 8.5%, Arcade 4.7%

  5. #5 4D:XD
    94% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Ryan Brammen
    Windows

    4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, Bullet Hell 21.5%, Shooter 8%, Arcade 6%

  6. #6 Exo-Calibre
    94% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2025
    Dev: Vampixel GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Take to the skies as a team of cute pilots and fight for peace in vertical scrolling bullet hell style!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 8.1%, Top-Down 4.7%

  7. #7 Laser Droplets
    93% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, Arcade 9.6%, Action 6.3%

  8. #8 SOLSTORM
    92% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Jerry Zhu
    Windows · Linux

    SOLSTORM is a classic hand-crafted arcade bullet hell, skillfully weave, and dodge through 9 stages with waves of projectiles as you persevere and see a space odyssey to the end!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Shooter 7%, PvE 6.3%

  9. #9 Red Blaster
    91% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2025
    Dev: Red Blaster Games
    Windows

    Blast your way through increasing waves of enemies in this fast-paced top-down action-arcade shoot 'em-up while unlocking new levels, weapon upgrades and harder enemy types as you make progress in RED BLASTER!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Top-Down Shooter 25%, PvE 11.6%, Shooter 8.3%, Arcade 6.2%

  10. #10 1x! Space Adventure
    91% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2020
    Dev: Lunar Madcap
    Windows

    1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 9.1%

  11. #11 Orchid Glitter
    90% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tamazusa
    Windows

    Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Shooter 5.1%, Arcade 4.8%

  12. #12 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
    89% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2018
    Dev: PopTea Games
    Windows

    CRAZY APPLIANCES is a fast paced top-down shooter game! The elect robots are insane, heroes! Fight your way by using various weapons and powerful items to defeat them in different dangerous situation!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shooter 7.7%, Action 7.4%

  13. #13 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
    89% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: G-MODE
    Windows

    It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 7.5%

  14. #14 MachineGunner2 : Bullet Transcending
    88% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: wellsleepnahw
    Windows

    MachineGunner 2 is a 2d top-down shooter game that Player controls four characters to clear stages and complete them as fast as possible. One hit will take you to the start line of the stage. So push it at your own pace.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, PvE 13.5%, Action 8.2%

  15. #15 Gunslinger Nova
    87% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: instasiv
    Windows

    A top-down, 2d space-shooter that pits the user against swarms of alien ships from other dimensions. Destroy all enemies and portals as fast as possible. Battle increasingly tougher enemies through 40 Campaign levels and Endless Mode!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Top-Down Shooter 25%, PvE 11.6%, Shooter 8.4%, Arcade 6.2%

  16. #16 Exorush
    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Thrashmodule
    Windows

    A 2D vertical shoot 'em up that lets you upgrade your ship with an insane amount of options. From missiles and pods to specials and shields, you can upgrade every bit of your ship from guns to thrusters.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 7.9%

  17. #17 Strelitzia
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sorgintza
    Windows · Linux

    An arcade style bullet-hell shoot 'em up where you'll have to dodge thousands of bullets.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Arcade 8.8%, Action 5.4%

  18. #18 Always Surrender
    85% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: The Covert Sheep Example
    Windows

    Battle a never ending swarm of enemies, but be sure to surrender before you die...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, PvE 9.7%, Shooter 7%

  19. #19 BreakDespair2D
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: HappyLuckyRainbowGames
    Windows

    Enjoy mining, upgrades, and explosive growth in this all-directional scrolling shooter. Auto-upgrades allow idle play, with no time limits or game overs. Defaults work fine, story scenes can be skipped, 20 weapons unlock later, and levels can reach 900 million.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, PvE 10.7%, Shooter 7.7%

  20. #20 Umbra Galaxy
    84% matchPositive89% of 44 reviews2022
    Dev: Lazy Wizards Games
    Windows

    Umbra Galaxy is a sci-fi shoot'em'up where you pilot a spaceship adrift in the restricted space filled with enemies. Destroy enemy generators, fight your way to the bosses and secure the obscure goal in the end!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 21.6%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, PvE 9.9%, Shooter 7.1%

  21. #21 Star Jet Alpha
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Valles Games
    Windows · Mac

    Star Jet Alpha is a top-down space shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Progress through each stage by blowing up enemy space stations while avoiding or destroying enemy missiles, space mines and asteroids. Unlock Star Jet capabilities by completing stages.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17%, Shooter 8.6%, Space 7.5%

  22. #22 SUPER FLAIL
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 159 reviews2018
    Dev: CryptMadePub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    SUPER FLAIL is a fast-paced arcade score attack game of flail-swinging rampage. Swing your flail to destroy everything until you die. Compare your score with other players and get on the top of the leaderboards.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, PvE 10%, Shooter 7.3%

  23. #23 Arcade Forever
    81% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: KOD7
    Windows

    Arcade Forever is a 3D vertical space shooter. This is an action game in which many enemies, obstacles and different weapons guarantee great fun. If you like fast space action, this is the game for you.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Shooter 9.6%, Top-Down 6%

  24. #24 Zannon
    82% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: JimJams Games
    Windows

    Zannon is our take on the classic shooters of the late 1980's and early 1990's. Blast your way through 10 challanging levels, collect awesome power-ups, battle numereous different enemies, base and gun platforms. - Love retro and you'll love Zannon.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Top-Down Shooter 24.8%, Bullet Hell 24.2%, Arcade 7.1%, Top-Down 5.3%

  25. #25 Eden's Eclipse
    79% matchPositive97% of 37 reviews2026
    Dev: xxGameRoom
    Windows

    The third installment in the Eden series A 2D bullet-hell vertical-scrolling shump with a feel reminiscent of arcade games from the 1990s to the 2000s.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 8.5%

  26. #26 Lobstar: Arcade Version
    80% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Team Lobstar
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Punch through the cosmos! An arcade-inspired shoot-em-up where you play as an immortal lobster speeding through space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Arcade 8.3%, Action 6.6%

  27. #27 Space Waves
    81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Survive endless waves of escalating enemies in this fast-paced arcade shooter. Dodge overwhelming attacks, master precision movement, and fight to stay alive inside hypnotic neon chaos.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 7.4%

  28. #28 NewMe NuMe LuMe: Alien Wars
    79% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: Ho RaBii
    Windows

    Summoned into the otherworldly realm of 'NewMe NuMe LuMe', the protagonist Kim Ttolttol must aid the gods who summoned her to defeat enemies and return home in this 2D top-down action game. Utilize a variety of weapons to vanquish diverse foes!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Shooter 10.6%, Action 8.2%

  29. #29 Wrathflame
    78% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: SloanSoft Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A dark fantasy themed 2D top down real-time bullet hell shooter featuring retro Pico8 pixel graphics and chiptunes

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8.3%

  30. #30 GALXAGAR
    78% 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 25.2%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, PvE 11.8%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 7%

  31. #31 Nova Strike
    77% matchMixed64% of 25 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: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shooter 7.4%, Arcade 6.8%

  32. #32 Magic Fairy Fun Blast
    76% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2026
    Dev: Wow Cool Games
    Windows

    Magic Fairy Fun Blast is a challenging and fast paced arcade style bullet hell arena wave based shooter. You are a fairy that just wants to have fun but your version of fun is different than the rest of the world.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, PvE 10%, Shooter 7.4%

  33. #33 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
    77% matchPositive94% of 35 reviews2023
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    This is a high-difficulty bullet hell shooting game and a sequel to "Bullet Hell Monday." It offers an exciting experience for players who demand advanced skills and precise strategies. As a common system, six types of special weapons are equipped, expanding the player's tactical range.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Shooter 8%, Arcade 5.5%

  34. #34 Space Maxwell: Arcade
    76% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Dreamland Games
    Windows

    Shoot your enemies and try not to let them multiply themselves and turn the game into a chaotic space battle! Space Maxwell is an arcade shooter where your spaceship has the ability to destroy or to multiply your enemies. Climb the leaderboard and try to survive as long as you can!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Shooter 8.4%, Arcade 6.5%

  35. #35 Asteroids
    75% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: Play Asteroids
    Windows

    Another version of the classic Asteroids game

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 9%, Action 7.6%

  36. #36 Gamma Zero
    74% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2025
    Dev: Sinclair Gurny
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The earth is being attacked by creatures from deep space! Time to bring the fight back to them! Battle through multiple stages of heart pounding bullet hell action. Evade the onslaught of bullets, rack up massive multipliers, and get revenge for your planet!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Arcade 5.9%, Old School 5.8%

  37. #37 Astro Fighters
    73% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    A score-driven vertical STG built around aggressive grazing, medal chaining, and risk-reward survival mechanics. Dodge impossible bullet patterns, manipulate time itself, and push for the ultimate 1CC.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Shooter 8.5%, Arcade 6.6%

  38. #38 Crucible
    75% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
    Dev: TriScalePub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Shooter 8.6%, Top-Down 6.4%

  39. #39 TCSTRIKERS2
    74% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Project Anthem
    Windows

    Touhou-like 2D shooting!!! Chubby protagonist!! Orthodox and easy to understand operation!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Shooter 8.7%, Action 5.1%

  40. #40 Shin Sophstar
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Banana Bytes
    Windows

    Shin Sophstar is a high-voltage remix built for speed and scoring. With 25+ ship variants, mid-run ship switching, and an aggressive, deeply layered scoring system, it delivers a faster, sharper arcade experience for all skill levels.

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  41. #41 RPM - Road Punk Mayhem
    73% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Hit the road for explosive bullet hell action through a post-apocalyptic wasteland!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Shooter 8.4%, Arcade 5.4%

  42. #42 Witch Dance
    70% matchPositive100% of 43 reviews2026
    Dev: Luna Flora
    Windows

    The playful witch dances to unleash stunning magical moves! Witch Dance is an evolving action puzzle. The controls are simple, but the challenge is infinite. Right click to move, left click to cast. Gather your magic and dance your way to victory!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, PvE 10.5%, Arcade 6.4%

  43. #43 Iron Skies
    72% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: 171Dev
    Windows · Linux

    Retro style, propeller plane centred shoot 'em up inspired by the arcade classics of a fondly remembered bygone era.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, Top-Down Shooter 25.2%, Shooter 10.4%, Bullet Hell 10.4%, Arcade 7.3%

  44. #44 Dininho Space Adventure
    72% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
    Dev: Dininho
    Windows

    Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 9.3%

  45. #45 Project AionIX
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AionBlaze Studio
    Windows

    A fast-paced roguelike space shooter where every credit counts. Fight through dangerous sectors, upgrade your ship mid-battle, and convert your earnings into permanent power. Because when you die, you keep what matters.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Shooter 7.7%, Space 6.9%

  46. #46 STARR RINGER
    71% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Sterling McKay
    Windows

    Grab the fate of all life in your hands. Blast your way through the cosmos, destroying monstrous cosmic beasts and the space cultists summoning them, on your path to stopping your mother from unleashing the chaos realm upon the universe, in this sci-fi cosmic horror bullet-hell, STARR RINGER.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 7.3%

  47. #47 Dungeon Man
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Neverknow247
    Windows

    A bullet-hell dungeon game where you use colored gems to match the enemy in order to deal damage. Each enemy type has a unique attack style. Shoot and Dodge as you search for the evil toilet snake which lies deep within the dungeon.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Top-Down Shooter 25.5%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Top-Down 6.6%, Action 5.5%

  48. #48 Blast'N Bounty
    68% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2026
    Dev: No CheckpointPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast’N Bounty is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up featuring 8 stages players can tackle in the order of their choosing. Cruise through a crazy solar system in a mix of pixel art and low poly 3D with action that’s easy to learn but tough to master!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 7.6%, Arcade 5.5%

  49. #49 Warcat Parade
    70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Hefka Games
    Windows · Linux

    Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Arcade 6.7%, Shooter 6.5%

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    69% matchPositive84% of 44 reviews2024
    Dev: Endless Shirafu
    Windows

    Shoot 'em up has reached a new frontier! 2D bullet-hell sci-fi action shooter with mouse control and multiple buttons!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shooter 7.7%, Action 5.8%

  51. #51 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
    69% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
    Dev: Strides Interactive Game Studio
    Windows

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shooter 7.9%, Arcade 6.3%

  52. #52 Planets Ambrosia
    68% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Maltsoft
    Windows

    All-out 360-degree assault! A roguelite shooter where you pilot an sci-fi fighter to eliminate grotesque enemies fused with fruit and machinery, constantly upgrading your weaponry.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Top-Down Shooter 24.8%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Shooter 8.2%, Top-Down 5.1%

  53. #53 Hexagonal Explods
    69% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: lemoniedev
    Windows

    Hexagonal Explods is a vertical shoot 'em up game where you need to defend the earth from aliens. Collect power ups, fight funny bosses and... well... SHOOT THEM UP!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, PvE 10.9%, Shooter 7.9%

  54. #54 Heliocide
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: HorrorScope
    Windows

    Heliocide is a relentless top-down scrolling action! Arm your shields, lasers, guns, bombs and missiles to defend the solar system from a massive invasion!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Shooter 8.1%, Arcade 6.3%

  55. #55 Insectipede
    70% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: LoadUpGames.com
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Time to bug out and blast back in this arcade shooter packed with waves of insects and UFOs. Fight through 50 challenging stages, grab power-ups, and chase the high score.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 7.3%

  56. #56 Kaguya
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Flypot LLC
    Windows

    Not a regular shmup player? No worries! This is a super chill, low-difficulty, fully voiced bullet hell shooter just for you! Wipe out the AI machine armada attacking from all directions!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Top-Down Shooter 23.5%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 8.9%, Top-Down 6.1%

  57. #57 Shikhondo: Youkai Rampage
    66% matchVery Positive86% of 83 reviews2024
    Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    Popular vertically scrolling shoot'em up game Shikhondo is back and powered up! One day, the soul-starved Youkai escape from the depths of hell. Now, the story of the Grim Reaper and the girl who has fallen into this land begins!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Bullet Hell 22%, Arcade 9.1%, Action 5.8%

  58. #58 THUNDER STRIKER
    67% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2024
    Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    Blast your way through enemy territory and level up your versatile arsenal of high-tech weapons in this handheld game style retro shmup!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 24.3%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Shooter 5.8%, Sci-fi 5.5%

  59. #59 Touhou Renkyouto ~ Subterranean Festival of Love and Jealousy
    66% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
    Dev: ArzvetPub: Team Minty Cabbages
    Windows

    Touhou Renkyouto is a top-down bullet hell title starring the green-eyed Parsee Mizuhashi. Adventure from the Underworld to the surface and back again to solve an incident involving stray spirits causing chaos, and maybe help Parsee realize her love along the way.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 7%

  60. #60 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
    65% matchVery Positive96% of 90 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 30.7%, Top-Down Shooter 23.8%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Shooter 6.6%, Arcade 5.2%

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