- #1 Havoc Runner
97% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Drailton Lima de AndradePub: Guara Logic
Windows
"Havoc Runner" is a futuristic action and 2D platform game that will take you to Titan's moon to face killers robots, missile launchers, and automated weapons in a hostile environment where you must find and destroy the Tupan computer, preventing a missile attack on the planets of the solar system.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 31.1% ★, Mechs 24.1% ★, 2D Platformer 11%, Platformer 7.5%, Robots 6.6%
- #2 Mikaira (Archived)
96% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Pierra_Poura_PenguinPub: Mikaira's Reality
Windows
"Mikaira (Archived)" is a 2D, shoot 'em up, side scroller. You can shoot through enemies with guns, bust through them with superpowers, or dodge your way through their attacks.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 38.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, 2D Platformer 12%, Platformer 8.3%
- #3 GRAND CROSS: ReNOVATION
96% matchVery Positive90% of 144 reviews2022
Dev: ES4 / Eternal Sphere 4Pub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Slash through enemies with the Sun Blade, the most powerful weapon in Shmup's history! Overwhelm hordes of enemies with flashy on-screen effects in this super-aggressive vertical scrolling shump!
Why similar: Mechs 22.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Platformer 8.1%, Space 7.5%
- #4 Galacticon
95% matchVery Positive100% of 55 reviews2022
Dev: Radin GamesPub: Flynn's Arcade
Windows
Galacticon is a video game with the look and feel of arcade cabinet games from the early 80's in the style of Williams classics: "Defender" or "Joust", with the gameplay of legendary "Jetpac", and with touches of "puzzle".
Why similar: Hero Shooter 35.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 8.9%, Space 6.1%
- #5 Cabezurrio vs Robots 2.0
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Cabezurrio Studios
Windows · Linux
Platform game in which we control Cabezurrio, a soldier who must collect all the gems and destroy all the robots in its path in several different scenarios. We have a rifle with which to shoot the robots and we will also be able to control a fighter plane.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 31.5% ★, Bullet Hell 20.1%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Platformer 13.6%, Action 6.5%
- #6 Deathroids
94% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2020
Dev: Silver Cat Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Remember the golden age of arcades playing a game with all the classic 80's/90's space-shooting features. See how far you can go by destroying all enemy robots that are ready to planet earth attack.
Why similar: Mechs 28.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Space 6.3%, Robots 5.1%
- #7 Shade Silver
93% matchMixed54% of 181 reviews2024
Dev: Chris Allen
Windows
Avoid Spikes, Fire, Water, Electricity, Shoot Dozens of Enemies And Bosses, Collect Keys And Treasure, Discover Secrets, Solve Puzzles, And Unlock New Areas As You Fight To Wake Up From A Nightmare In This Exciting Dungeon Crawler.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 35.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 8.1%
- #8 One Pixel TWB
92% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: IreeroPub: LineArt Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The two primordial colors of pixels start a war after years and years of "Peace", many things have happened in this castle that is now being attacked by larger forces, will you as the King of this city let them destroy everything that is yours? WARNING: If you give up easily, don't buy this game.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 36.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 8.7%
- #9 Gun Devil
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,572 reviews2022
Dev: Agelvik
Windows
GUN DEVIL is an explosive platformer about rescuing your kidnapped hell wife from Satan's child, the Caramelized Dumbass and his Pimp Legion.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 33.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, 2D Platformer 11.4%, Platformer 8.9%
- #10 Trouble In Space
91% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: choopch
Windows
A Sci-fi Shooter with Pixel-art graphics and various mechanics such as slow motion and dashing. In some levels you also get a special assistant.. You will enjoy this space shooter game. make sure you ALWAYS KILL THEM ALL.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 36.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 11.9%, Robots 6.3%
- #11 DEVIL BLADE REBOOT
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 802 reviews2024
Dev: SHIGATAKE GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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: Mechs 27.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, 2D Platformer 11.1%, Score Attack 8.8%
- #12 ZANGEKI WARP
90% matchMostly Positive79% of 48 reviews2017
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Take control of the hyperdimensional fighter craft ‘ZanFighter’ and use its advanced warp functions to defeat an army of space beasts controlled by an evil scientist!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Mechs 25.2% ★, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Robots 5.1%, 2D 4.9%
- #13 Ragnar
89% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: 2 Bit Determine
Windows
Inspired by old NES games, Ragnar is a 2D run-and-gun action platformer that will be difficulty and fair. We would like to bring back the classic and retro feel to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 40.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 10.5%, Robots 6%
- #14 Star Pixie
89% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: HEG GamesPub: Endless Games
Windows
It is a 2D spaceship war game. With our spaceship, we destroy enemies that come in waves.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 34.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Platformer 12.7%, Action 6.5%
- #15 METAL SUITS: Counter-attack
86% matchVery Positive86% of 118 reviews2025
Dev: Eggtart IncPub: Link Compass
Windows
Don't tick him off! After losing everything he loved, Kevin returns as a raging cyborg. Unleash chaos with devastatingly diverse combat suits in this explosive, high-speed action platformer!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 39% ★, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Platformer 10.6%, Space 6.7%
- #16 ARMED SEVEN
87% matchVery Positive91% of 78 reviews2015
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The year is 1989. 12 years have passed since the Gogoh Army’s invasion of Earth. Exposure to alien technology during the war enabled Earth’s own technologies to take massive leaps forward. International conflict that was previously rife in the history of mankind fell to an all-time low, and the Earth Federation was established as a...
Why similar: Mechs 27.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Robots 7.7%, Space 5.9%
- #17 Strania - The Stella Machina -
86% matchVery Positive90% of 58 reviews2015
Dev: G.rev Ltd.
Windows
Japanese boutique game studio G.rev makes its long-awaited debut on Steam with Strania!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.2%, Mechs 35.9% ★, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Action 7.8%
- #18 Thunder Kid
85% matchPositive89% of 37 reviews2018
Dev: Renegade Sector Games
Windows · Mac
Take on the forces of the Robot Empire in this Low-Poly 3D Run 'n' Gun Action Game!
Why similar: Mechs 30.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Platformer 10.3%, Action 8.1%
- #19 SorcerialBladeCannon
84% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: MACHINECODE
Windows
■Bullet Hell Shmup with a Huge Sword This game is a bullet hell shmup to have you satisfy with a beginner and the arcade senior player! Swing a huge sword around if you become dangerous!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 34.8% ★, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Space 6.3%
- #20 JAGD LANZER
84% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2019
Dev: leimonya
Windows
Destroy the legions of machinists! An easy to control mechanic 2D action game that attacks automatically when an enemy is in range. Customize your mecha to suit your needs. The key to success is to manage energy while standing around.
Why similar: Mechs 30.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 11.3%, Score Attack 6%
- #21 STEEL STRIDER
83% matchMostly Positive79% of 76 reviews2015
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
STEEL STRIDER is the follow up to the acclaimed GIGANTIC ARMY and pays homage to the great run and gun games such as Turrican and Super Contra, but adds mouse / dual analogue stick-operated weapons!
Why similar: Mechs 38.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Platformer 13.8%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Action 10%
- #22 Bubblesinker
82% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Punchito
Windows
Bubblesinker is an underwater roguelite shooter where you must survive fish schools' attacks and battle against gigantic sea creatures. Unlock new characters with unique weapons and hook up helpful companions to help you in your watery crusade.
Why similar: Submarine 36.4% ★, Bullet Hell 28.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, 2D 4.1%, Action 4%
- #23 SpikerMan X
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: spikerman87
Windows
The evil alien lizard Kromatone has returned to try and take over the galaxy! And he’s brought several of his former partners in crime to help him succeed! It’s up to SpikerMan to defeat all the crime bosses and defeat Kromatone himself before he takes over everything!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 38.6% ★, 2D Platformer 19.3%, Platformer 14.5%, Action 7.2%, Space 6.1%
- #24 RustNaut
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SillyGhost
Windows
A bullet hell game where you battle against relentless robots, covered in rust. Escape the chaos and make it home.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.2%, Hero Shooter 28% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, 2D Platformer 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%
- #25 Spaceships
82% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Nicolas CanovaPub: Canova Games
Windows · Mac
Spaceships is an action arcade game. Fight epic battles, explore the galaxy and discover its secrets. But watch out, Kate is hunting you...
Why similar: Collectathon 22%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Mechs 16% ★, Space 7.5%
- #26 Angry Bean
78% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: DeadQueen Studios
Windows
Enter the world of Angry Bean: a frantic arcade game where armed beans face swarms of alien insects! Destroy enemies, collect weapons, and survive challenging stages.
Why similar: Collectathon 21%, Bullet Hell 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Platformer 10.9%
- #27 Uncle Kenny The Game
79% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: Kevin Roback
Windows · Linux
Uncle Kenny has been lured into the woods by a mysterious old friend. He must come out of this alive. ACT 3- DESTROY THEM UNTIL NOTHING IS LEFT. AVAILABLE NOW!!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, 2D Platformer 23%, Platformer 17.2%, Collectathon 13%, Action 5.3%
- #28 Rym 9000
80% matchMostly Positive71% of 143 reviews2018
Dev: Sonoshee
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 18 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Rym 9000 is a hyperkinetic shooter inspired by Akira, Neon Genesis Evangelion, and Guxt. A treasure-hunting journey to the Moon developed by Sonoshee and composed by Roex. A unique high-octane experience conceived to stimulate your senses and make your eyes and ears bleed!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.4%, Mechs 28.8% ★, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Action 7.1%, 2D 4.7%
- #29 Space Adventure Cobra - The Awakening
77% matchMostly Positive80% of 129 reviews2025
Dev: Magic PocketsPub: Microids
Windows
Play as Cobra, the space pirate, in an action platformer. Along with Lady Armaroid, your loyal partner, and equipped with your iconic Psychogun, you must solve a mystery that could threaten the entire universe.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 35.6% ★, Mechs 25.4% ★, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 9.5%, Space 5.5%
- #30 Cat Packs
81% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Flood City Games
Windows
Discover the source of the mechanized menace threatening civilization. High difficulty level (ex: Souls-Borne, Alt-F4). Devious bosses. Hybrid 2.5D action, physics puzzles, platformer, shooter (ex: Mega Man 11) grappler (ex: Unravel Two). Multiplayer (up-to-4) available.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 36.6% ★, Bullet Hell 17.4%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Robots 5.5%
- #31 Planet Cube: Edge
76% matchVery Positive87% of 148 reviews2023
Dev: Sunna EntertainmentPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac
Planet Cube is being invaded! Prepare to run, gun, jump and dash your way through an underwater science complex, collecting fire-power to turn the tables on a mysterious aggressor. This is high-speed adventuring set in a hand-crafted pixel art world, filled with precision platforming and thrills.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 35.4% ★, Collectathon 19.8%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Platformer 9%, Space 6.1%
- #32 Alien Up
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Black Streak Entertainment
Windows
Fast-paced survival shooter where space mechanic Chelsea Crisp fights off hordes of alien invaders. Upgrade, jump, dodge, and blast your way through many levels of this humorous 90's style anime pixel adventure.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 42.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, 2D Platformer 13.9%, Space 5.8%, 2D 3.8%
- #33 Restless Voronezh
77% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: SkitGames
Windows
Restless Voronezh - A game in the Top Down Shooter genre, where the player controls a hero and, using various available means, deals with his enemies in cramped rooms of a huge building, clearing floor after floor.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 53.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Action 8.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%
- #34 R.T.O. Tales of the Dark Lands - Deluxe Edition
76% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Animas Games
Windows
R.T.O. Deluxe Edition Platform action retro 16-bit style.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 40% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Platformer 12.6%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Action 4.3%
- #35 Scrap Warden
74% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Calcoa MaraPub: Top Turtle Games
Windows
Bring order to space in your own way in Scrap Warden! An epic action strategy through junk filled space missions and enemies. Explore various worlds, battle AI driven pirates and collect material to cobble together advanced weaponry and upgrades, all in a beautiful, and dangerous universe.
Why similar: Mechs 22.7% ★, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Space 10.6%, Robots 5.5%
- #36 VISEGUNNE
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Zanrai Interactive
Windows
VISEGUNNE is a single-player shoot 'em up featuring explosive, narrative-driven missions, a vast arsenal of weapons, and over-the-top visual effects. Pilot a soul-powered combat mech as you protect the colonies from a pro-Earth terrorist conspiracy. Shoot. Survive. Ascend.
Why similar: Mechs 31.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Score Attack 6.4%, Robots 6%
- #37 Thunder Kid II: Null Mission
75% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2020
Dev: Renegade Sector Games
Windows
Thunder Kid, come in. The Robot Empire is back, and they're kidnapping all the humans! Run 'n' gun through colorful environments, dodge bullets, blast enemies, and face off with challenging bosses in this engaging, 3D action platformer. Do you have what it takes to save humanity?
Why similar: Mechs 30% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Platformer 10.1%, Action 7.9%
- #38 Project Lazarus 2
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 30 reviews2025
Dev: Terapoly
Windows
Deploy, adapt, and upgrade your mech in Project Lazarus 2—the next evolution of survival and rogue-lite action! Battle relentless enemies, unlock powerful upgrades, and forge your own path. Gear up and push your limits as every run brings new strategies and intense challenges.
Why similar: Mechs 45.9% ★, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Space 6.3%, Sci-fi 5.9%
- #39 Steelborn
73% matchVery Positive81% of 59 reviews2023
Dev: Vega Horizon StudioPub: Take Aim Games
Windows
Steelborn - is a run and gun platformer game inspired by the classics and made by a team of Abuse, Ranger-X, Contra, Metal Slug, Blaster Master and H.E.R.O fans.
Why similar: Mechs 29.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Platformer 10.6%, Space 7.8%
- #40 Anyaroth: The Queen's Tyranny
73% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: YggdraseedPub: Firenut Games
Windows
A pixel-art platformer adventure game with lots of action and a memorable story.Dive into the depths of planet Anyaroth and free its people from the tyranny of the Queen. Join the Rebellion and fight against the Regime’s mind-control system. The anya civilization needs you!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, 2D Platformer 11.9%, Platformer 11.8%, Space 11.3%
- #41 The Little Cuttle Goes To Battle
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sergey Gavrilov (SG137)Pub: Yramash Games
Windows
The Little Cuttle Goes To Battle is 1-Bit 2D Shooter with seed based level generation from handmade chunks (250+ unique chunks in game). To help your scientist friends who are working to solve the problem of marine pollution you need to defeat the megacorporation and its army of robots.
Why similar: Mechs 30.4% ★, Collectathon 22.7%, 2D Platformer 14%, Platformer 10.8%, Robots 6.1%
- #42 Sophstar
71% matchVery Positive100% of 102 reviews2022
Dev: Banana Bytes
Windows
A vertical arcade shoot'em up with an inventive teleport system, lots of fast-blazing action and explosions, tons of boss fights, a risk/reward based score system and a proper challenge for both veteran and new players of the genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Collectathon 20.6%, Space 7.8%, Score Attack 6.4%
- #43 Boulette Hell
70% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Lucas Delvallet
Windows
Defeat bosses in this bullet hell with unique characters and silly stories. Will you be able to escape the clutches of a contract you signed for the purchase of a yogurt maker?
Why similar: Hero Shooter 45% ★, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Action 4%, Pixel Graphics 3.3%
- #44 Trow's Space
73% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: TBM SP
Windows
Immerse yourself in a 2D pixel style game where you control a spaceship against enemy motherships. Your mission: destroy their towers with accurate shots. Face constant attacks and dodge asteroids, satellites and black holes. Beat levels to face more challenging enemies.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 34.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Space 7.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%
- #45 Final Formation
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Happymeal Inc.Pub: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Equipped with the Fusion × Transformation “PELL” System! Free Map Side-Scrolling Shooter
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Bullet Hell 21.5%, 2D Platformer 17.3%, Action 6.6%, Robots 5.6%
- #46 B.A.D Battle Armor Division
72% matchMixed50% of 62 reviews2015
Dev: Crian Soft
Windows
B.A.D is an intense and enjoyable Shoote'em up game that captures the feeling of controlling a mass-produced humanoid robot (Battle Armor) piloted by a single soldier while keeping the realistic fast-paced action in a dramatic large scale conflict, from various Factions of Earth and Mars.
Why similar: Mechs 40.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Platformer 12.9%, Robots 10.8%, Action 6.6%
- #47 Robo50
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Reset Games Ltd
Windows
Robo50 is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter. Equip the mechanised Robo50 body armour and administer excessive force to eliminate the criminal scourge and clean up the streets. Destroy gang hideouts and weapon stores, track down the criminal kingpin’s lair and unleash an armoury of enhanced weapons.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 39.3% ★, Mechs 20.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Platformer 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%
- #48 Lethal Operation Episode 3 Lethal Arms of Justice
69% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Daisessen
Windows
キャラをじっくり育てながら広い世界を冒険する――。 そんなSTGの最終編。ショットを合成して、いいとこどりのショットも作れる! シリーズ最強の敵たちに最強の武器やスキルの組み合わせで対抗し、 この物語の真実に辿り着いてください―
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Collectathon 20.8%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Space 6.5%
- #49 VARYZNEX
67% matchPositive98% of 48 reviews2025
Dev: zakichi
Windows
classical horizontal scroll 2D Shmup
Why similar: Mechs 28.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Space 11.5%, Score Attack 8.5%, Bullet Hell 7.4%
- #50 Steel Carnelian
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Catbird Soft
Windows · Mac
Steel Carnelian is a 3D anime-influenced shoot-em-up where you play as Cass, a mercenary with a mech suit and a loyal crew at her side. Dodge bullets and wreck robots as your ragtag team takes on the most dangerous job of your lives!
Why similar: Mechs 33.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 19%, Robots 8.4%, Score Attack 7.6%
- #51 BLUE WISH DESIRE
68% matchVery Positive100% of 62 reviews2021
Dev: xxgameroom
Windows
BLUW WISH DESIRE is 2D veritically scrolling shmup. Go through the barrage and destroy the oncoming enemies. In addition, this game is equipped with an auto guard system that automatically prevents mistakes. So even those who are not good at barrage STG are safe.
Why similar: Mechs 36.3% ★, Bullet Hell 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Score Attack 9.9%, 2D 4.7%
- #52 BLASTER MAYHEM
69% 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 34.9%, Bullet Hell 28.4%, Score Attack 12%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%, Space 5.9%
- #53 Light Night Street
66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: YUMEYUME
Windows
A new type of bullet hell action game is born! Witness the moment when a barrage of shouts is deflected with a shield, overturning the conventional wisdom of bullet hell games!
Why similar: Mechs 41.5% ★, Bullet Hell 28.9%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Action 8.3%, 2D 3.2%
- #54 Zero Gravity Heroes
70% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: zooyos
Windows · Mac · Linux
3 games in 1! Land, jetpack, and shoot your way through 90 bite-sized arcade stages across 30 unique missions. Fast-paced, family-friendly action inspired by classic arcade gameplay — built for modern players.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 40.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, 2D Platformer 16%, Action 7.2%, Space 6%
- #55 Z-Warp
67% matchPositive100% of 25 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 35%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Space 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Action 5.2%
- #56 Atria Valkyrie
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Kinko Game Studio
Windows
Operate disc hovercrafts that absorb enemy bullets to charge up your weapon. This is a vertical STG game. Correct timing of your attack and choice of bullet determines your survival or defeat.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 39.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Score Attack 7.4%, Space 7.2%
- #57 Armored Firestorm
67% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: The Nextdoor Developer
Windows
Armored Firestorm is an intense top-down shoot'em up action game in a futurist environments. At the controls of your Hovertank, survive against the attack of the machines in the orbital city of the federation.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Mechs 23.3% ★, Space 7.7%, Sci-fi 5.3%
- #58 AIRANBLADE
66% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: ANIMABOX
Windows
AIRANBLADE is a 3D vertical progression action game, like the classic shoot 'em up games. Fight against squadrons of enemy aircrafts and gigantic bosses. Enjoy beautiful special effects and lots of explosions and lasers coming from every corner.
Why similar: Mechs 30.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Space 6.9%, Score Attack 5.5%
- #59 R-TYPE DX: Music Encore
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Bydo Missions in Your Pocket — Beyond Dimensions, the Melody of Two “R”s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Mechs 24.1% ★, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Action 7.1%, Robots 5.6%
- #60 A Million Conquests
68% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Rainbirth SL
Windows
Experience the thrill of a shmup game like the arcade classics. With just the right amount of story, lots of action, and many, many bullets.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 29% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Space 6.9%, Sci-fi 5.6%