- #1 Space Strider
97% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Frost Moon Games
Windows
Space Strider is a 2D Sidescroller Shoot 'em up with Roguelite elements, where you beat hordes of enemies and defeat unique bosses. Unlock, upgrade and level up your Spaceships to become the ultimate Space Strider!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 33.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Action Roguelike 11.6%, Bullet Hell 10.9%, Roguelite 8.8%
- #2 Be Not Afraid, But Run
96% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Renegade Sector Games
Windows
POLLUTED WITH OUR BETTER ANGELS THE WAYS BEAR HAZARDS FEW DARE CHALLENGE GO, O MESSENGER AND HEED THESE WORDS: BE NOT AFRAID BUT RUN
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 36.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Third-Person Shooter 14.3%, Bullet Hell 12%, Shooter 6.3%
- #3 Hell In Heaven
96% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Mute
Windows · Linux
Rely on your wits to choreograph your way through hundreds of bullets, in this bullet hell rail shooter, where you fight biblically accurate angels, reapers, and demons.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.9% ★, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Third-Person Shooter 10.9%, Shooter 6.7%
- #4 Hyper Strike
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lost In Time Games
Windows
Hyper Strike is a space shooter on rails with a rogue like twist. Explore the outer space colonies, battle in scenarios, and take on bosses while unlocking upgrades and slowly gaining strength to take on bigger foes.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 38.4% ★, Bullet Hell 10.7%, Third-Person Shooter 10.4%, Action Roguelike 10%, Arcade 8.3%
- #5 閃攻機人アスラ - ASURA THE STRIKER -
94% matchVery Positive93% of 168 reviews2025
Dev: LeftOver
Windows
A high-speed 3D rail shooter inspired by legendary arcade classics. Control the humanoid combat weapon ASURA and battle overwhelming waves of invaders using Energy Shot, Shining Knuckle, and the time-bending Lightning Over Drive.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 41% ★, Third-Person Shooter 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Shooter 7.5%, Arcade 7.3%
- #6 Booty Barrage
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quinfinity Creations
Windows
Command the defense of a pirate haven against relentless waves of enemy ships. As the guardian of your treasure-laden island, it's up to you to man the cannon and repel the invaders before they breach your defenses!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 53.7% ★, Pirates 11.2% ★, PvE 10.4%, Shooter 9.1%, Arcade 8.5%
- #7 ExZeus™: The Complete Collection
93% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: HyperDevboxPub: Ziggurat
Windows
Ultra high-tech fighting robots are humanity’s last defense to repel alien forces who will stop at nothing to wipe our civilization from existence! Blast those aliens back to where they came from in these two action-focused high-flying 3D arcade style rail shooters!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 40.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Third-Person Shooter 16.6%, Shooter 7.5%, Arcade 7.5%
- #8 Escape from Terror City
92% matchMostly Positive76% of 38 reviews2021
Dev: Renegade Sector Games
Windows
3D Run'n'Gun Arcade-Style Action! Fight the Mechanized Forces of the Argus Empire and Escape from Terror City!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 36.8% ★, Third-Person Shooter 14.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Shooter 6.5%
- #9 The Eyes of Ouros
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Just A Skull
Windows
An infinitely generating third person shooter Rougelite. Experience the end of the world through various survivors with unique abilities. Explore and loot the underground as you go deeper to escape the hell on the surface. Try to go as deep underground as possible.
Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 22.2%, Action Roguelike 20.4%, Roguelite 13.8%, PvE 9.7%, Class-Based 7.2%
- #10 Gunmetal Rails
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: The Final Few
Windows
A roguelite bullet hell where you build trains — that's right, TRAINS. Add carts, bolt on guns, stack upgrades, and see if you can survive. Playstyle? Up to you.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 31.7% ★, Action Roguelike 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Arcade 9.1%
- #11 Mechawaii LEGENDS
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Big Monster GamesPub: Skull Queens Games
Windows
A kawaii-style 2D shooter where you build powerful Mechas from space junk to conquer planets and defeat epic bosses in an interplanetary war.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 35.8% ★, Third-Person Shooter 15.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Arcade 8.8%
- #12 Huntin' Ducks
89% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Peculiar Arts
Windows
Arcade shoot-em-up roguelike with a unique combo mechanic. Variety of items to choose from. Endless, play as long as you can survive.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 33.7% ★, Action Roguelike 15.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Roguelite 9.4%, Arcade 8.7%
- #13 Anima Shin Gun
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vintash Vishons
Windows
A Bullet Hell Rail Shooter where you get shot to survive. Engage enemies and absorb their bullets as “seconds of life” by switching to the right color frequency. Thus, surviving long enough to break the time loop you’re trapped in and complete the ENTIRE adventure before the countdown gets to zero.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 38.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Third-Person Shooter 11%, Arcade 7.5%
- #14 Dimension Tripper Neptune: TOP NEP
88% matchVery Positive95% of 741 reviews2022
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Older Neptune and friends shoot and slash through enemies of Gamindustri in this rail shooter!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 44.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Arcade 9.6%, Pixel Graphics 3.7%
- #15 Ronan Rage: The Rugged Space Chase
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SharpCookie
Windows
You are Ronan, an ex-gang boss. When your old crew pulls a hilarious heist and steals your precious Turkish rug, it's all-out war! Jump in for a 3D roguelite rail-shooter: dodge space rocks, survive laser gauntlets, upgrade your ship and unleash hell. Fly fast. Shoot straight. Get that rug back!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 40.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Roguelite 6.9%, Arcade 6.2%
- #16 Starborn Survivor
86% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Byte Sized Creations
Windows
Starborn Survivor is a sci-fi action roguelite where you control a robotic warrior fighting relentless alien hordes. Navigate, shoot, upgrade, and strive to survive for as long as possible! Tailor your loadout and adapt to the increasing challenges in this thrilling bullet-dodging adventure.
Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Action Roguelike 13.7%, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Roguelite 10.9%
- #17 Candy Rangers
84% matchPositive86% of 44 reviews2025
Dev: MechanoPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Go on a single player, On-Rails Shooter Adventure in Candy Rangers and match 4 colors with 4 rangers! Each ranger can take down enemies that match their color, and it's up to you to use each one accordingly! Can you match them all?
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 45.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Arcade 9.2%, Shooter 7.7%, Third-Person Shooter 7.5%
- #18 Sky Harrier: Alpha Code
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ninjainatux
Windows · Linux
Single player on rails shooter featuring aerial combat, nostalgic nods to classic arcade shmups, synthwave inspired aesthetics and a vibe to take you straight to the 1980s.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Third-Person Shooter 11.7%, Bullet Hell 9.4%, Shooter 7.8%
- #19 Star Trapper FX
86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Marshall Games
Windows
Pseudo 3D spaceship shooter
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 51.7% ★, Third-Person Shooter 12.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 6.3%
- #20 NIGHT STRIKER GEAR
83% matchVery Positive88% of 99 reviews2025
Dev: M2 Co., Ltd.
Windows
A brand new entry to the series, NIGHT STRIKER GEAR revitalizes the sprite scaling pseudo-3D style with polished graphics. The new GEAR System gives an added depth to the gameplay without sacrificing the intuitiveness. Feeling the rush of fast-paced music, strike through the night once more!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 41.4% ★, Third-Person Shooter 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Arcade 7.8%, Shooter 7.5%
- #21 Undead Exterminator
84% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: GLHF_Studio
Windows
"The Undead Exterminator" is an exciting 3D zombie shooter where players pick up a rifle and battle hordes of the undead. You will have to shoot zombies and survive in an apocalyptic world.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 61.8% ★, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 10.4%, Zombies 8%, 3D 4.3%
- #22 Slime Mayhem
82% matchMostly Negative36% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Arafkan Studio
Windows
You were created by a few scientists for a suicide mission. How long can you survive by clearing mutant slimes?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Action Roguelike 20.7%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Roguelite 14.5%, Shooter 9.8%
- #23 Grid Ranger
81% matchVery Positive84% of 51 reviews2025
Dev: PixeljamPub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Level up your mouse dexterity and see what lies beyond the grid in this heart-pounding arcade style shmuplike.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 37.3% ★, Third-Person Shooter 15.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Shooter 6.6%
- #24 Keyboard Warriors
81% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Stretchy Cat
Windows · Linux
Use your keyboard to unleash a torrent of gunfire and destruction, cutting your way through huge hordes of enemies. Customise and upgrade your mech with new weapons and abilities, make builds that complement your loadout and typing style as you lay waste to the wasteland in a world left in ruins.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 33.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Roguelite 8.2%, Bullet Hell 7%
- #25 GUNBUTCHER: RELOADED
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BOMBCAKE
Windows
Survive a round of alien invasion in 90 seconds while collecting cards in a random roulette.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, Arcade 12.7%, Roguelite 11.5%
- #26 Monsteria
82% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2017
Dev: Sharkbird
Windows · Mac
Introducing a hysterical top-down shooter. Challenge your way through 7+ randomized levels, brimming with hordes of bizarre monsters. Upgrade your character through a selection of 30 unique powerups and minions, unlock special classes and much much more. Monsteria is chaotic fun for everyone.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Third-Person Shooter 14.4%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Action Roguelike 12.3%, Roguelite 9.7%
- #27 Gnorlbeam
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: llya TerebiloPub: Ilya Terebilo
Windows · Linux
An on-rail shooter where you control an alien saucer, which effectiveness depends on your score. Be good alien, destroy bad aliens. Gnorlbeam your way to world domination!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 42.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Arcade 8.1%, Shooter 6.8%
- #28 Super Sakura Boom Boom Multiverse Madness Ultra Turbo Remix HD
79% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Rubilaxe
Windows
The multiverse is in chaos! A sinister mind virus is twisting worlds into shadowy echoes. Join Sakura and her fearless squad as they battle across dimensions to face endless waves of foes!
Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Roguelite 11%, Arcade 8.9%
- #29 KABUKI FIRE: DOJO
77% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Atmosphere Entertainment Studios Ltd.
Windows
DOJO is a cozy place where KABUKI FIRE shooters practice. Score as many points as possible within a limited time frame and break the global high-score in this charming but challenging arcade shoot 'em up!!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 49.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Arcade 11.9%, Shooter 11%, Action 5.7%
- #30 Cannonfire
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Polydus
Windows · Linux
Cannonfire is a single-player action roguelite set on the high seas. Set sail to fight off hordes of undead pirates, discover gold and treasure chests, unlock powerful upgrades, upgrade your weapons and wear cool hats!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.9%, Pirates 22.3% ★, Roguelite 16.4%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Arcade 10.1%
- #31 Atomic Raid
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Surreal Overflow
Windows · Mac
Incredible drive, endless ammunition and Kate's “caring” support, and ahead - a horde of enemies eager to destroy humanity. Will you be able to stop them? A 3D rail shooter inspired by classic arcade machines with the addition of modern mechanics and online leaderboards.. It won't be boring.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 36.9% ★, Third-Person Shooter 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Bullet Hell 10.8%, Arcade 7.4%
- #32 Whisker Squadron: Survivor
76% matchMostly Positive78% of 556 reviews2025
Dev: Flippfly LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 67%
A smooth roguelite shooter from the creators of RACE THE SUN, featuring a voiced cast of feline pilots in a dramatic showdown against corporate-powered robots called The Swarm. Features a 3-act campaign with branching paths, epic bosses, and a wide arsenal of pilots, ships, and weapons.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 34.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Roguelite 9.8%
- #33 ALPHA STORM
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: STARGAZER Studio
Windows
The simulation`s AI system has gone sentient, the exits are sealed, and the "training" is designed to keep you trapped forever. ALPHA STORM is a high-speed, third-person arcade shooter where you must lead Rico and his squad to escape a digital prison before the simulation deletes you for good.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Third-Person Shooter 21%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, PvE 9.8%, Shooter 8.5%
- #34 Good Time To Play
76% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: No Brain
Windows
Let's play hide and seek and tag with sexy heroine. Simple and pure action game. No puzzles. No leveling up grind. Simple and pure classic action game.
Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Action Roguelike 19.8%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 9.2%
- #35 Unit Down Charge
74% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: Randy Becker
Windows
A futuristic action rail-shooter! Action packed, and full of quirky character dialogues, unique level designs, fully animated story cutscenes, and challenging boss battles!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 45.7% ★, Third-Person Shooter 19.7%, Shooter 8.8%, Third Person 7.4%, Arcade 7.3%
- #36 Exodemic
75% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2022
Dev: ganashaw
Windows
Destroy aliens, dash between planets, and buy powerful upgrades. Exodemic is a compact roguelike that combines frenetic shoot 'em up gameplay with a procedurally generated overworld filled with vendors, trading hubs, and combat encounters. Race against the clock to save the human race.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 46.6% ★, Action Roguelike 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Arcade 8%, Action 3.1%
- #37 Unit Down
75% matchPositive97% of 32 reviews2021
Dev: Randy Becker
Windows
A strategic yet fast-paced arcade-styled shooter with roguelike elements! Arcade game difficulty, randomly generated runs, fantastic voice acting, colorful characters, and a simple yet unique upgrade system!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 38% ★, Action Roguelike 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Shooter 9.4%, Arcade 9%
- #38 Tunnel Assault
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Crazy Retro Games
Windows
Pilot your spaceship through unyielding tunnels, dodging obstacles, and unleashing dual lasers in this procedurally generated, fast-paced adventure. Unlock new ships and upgrade your arsenal as you advance, race against time, and emerge as the ultimate tunnel ace 🚀🌠
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 44.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Arcade 10.8%, Shooter 9.9%, Third Person 6%
- #39 Rick Henderson: Eternal Arena
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fat Pug Studio
Windows
Join the endless arena battle. Select your pilot, upgrade your ship, upgrade your guns, upgrade your drones. Fight, upgrade, die, repeat.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Action Roguelike 23.1%, Roguelite 15.6%, PvE 11%, Shooter 9.5%
- #40 Liquid Space Dimension
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: Ben KramerPub: Puppet Fox
Windows
Fly and fight through the vibrant universe of Liquid Space Dimension in this retro-inspired action shooter! As Sid Seaburn, pilot of the Star Drifter, master a wide range mechanics like drifting, laser beams, and torpedoes to get the highest score possible and stop the evil general Ra-Baba!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 46.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Arcade 9.3%, Shooter 8.7%, Third Person 6.5%
- #41 Xenocider
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2Dream CoporationPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast through corrupted worlds in this HD remaster of a cult classic! Xenocider is a third-person rail shooter inspired by arcade classics and presented in nostalgic 32-bit style!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 45.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 7.4%, Third Person 6.9%
- #42 Bingus In Space
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Jelly LLC
Windows
Bingus stars in an old-school 2-D schmup influenced by games like Ikaruga or Gradius. A color-change mechanic is used to navigate this bullet-hell style game with multiple levels, a rocking metal soundtrack, and your favorite meme pets.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 36.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Arcade 10.5%, Shooter 9.8%
- #43 Striders
72% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: OneManCircus
Windows
Plunge into the sea trenches and command an army of summoned allies. Upgrade you and your team, stack devastating synergies, as you overwhelm the relentless HORDE. Transform from a lone diver into an unstoppable force backed by an ocean of allies in this Vampire Survivors–inspired action roguelike.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 25%, Bullet Hell 21%, Roguelite 16.6%, PvE 11.6%, Arcade 10%
- #44 2x2=BOOM
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ButtonX
Windows · Linux
A cool way for kids to learn their tables. And a surprisingly fun refresher for adults.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 45.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 8.4%
- #45 Sky Sorcerer
70% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Esemte Games
Windows
Sky Sorcerer is an exciting top-down shooter game where you take on the role of a mighty wizard battling waves of monsters in the air. Fly over captivating locations, fighting various monsters that seek to destroy your magical fortress.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Third-Person Shooter 27.7%, PvE 13.1%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 10.4%
- #46 Raid Run
71% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: The Fox Knocks
Windows
Raid Run is a game inspired by fake mobile game ads. Your character automatically travels through the level where you must face increasingly difficult enemies, grabbing power ups and evolving your skills along the way. Attacks and skills are fired automatically. Conquer 3 levels with 3 difficulties.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 54.3% ★, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Roguelite 15.2%, PvE 5.2%, Action 2.6%
- #47 Missile Dancer 2
71% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2024
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Missile Dancer 2 is a new sprite scaler shmup that combines rail shooter and caravan STG.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 51.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Arcade 10%, Shooter 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 4%
- #48 Astro Flame: Starfighter
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: Satur Entertainment
Windows
You are the last pilot standing against an enemy fleet. Upgrade your starfighter, face epic bosses, and survive the chaos of space battles. Astro Flame: Starfighter is a fast-paced arcade shoot ‘em up in the spirit of the classics.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 47.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Bullet Hell 14%, Shooter 6.7%, Arcade 6.4%
- #49 StarsAway
70% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Adam Howell
Windows · Linux
Classic rail shooter action. Find secrets and tactics to clear levels effectively across three difficulty settings. Unlock mini games as you progress.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 43.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Arcade 8.7%, Shooter 8.4%, PvE 8.3%
- #50 Spitfire - Moonpie´s Mission
68% matchPositive96% of 49 reviews2025
Dev: Sculptyfix
Windows
Spitfire – Moonpie’s Mission is a side-scrolling rail shooter with a musical twist and intense boss battles. Equip your loyal alpaca, Moonpie, with a rainbow snot cannon and dive into epic battles against an evil alien parasite. The fate of the planet is in Moonpie’s hooves!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 49.2% ★, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Roguelite 11.5%, Arcade 9.8%, Shooter 6%
- #51 Zombie Survivors - last soldier -
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SweetsEnjoyer
Windows
Blast back the approaching zombies with your weapon of choice and survive. Zombie Survivors - last soldier - is a roguelite casual shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Action Roguelike 16.6%, Bullet Hell 15%, Roguelite 12.3%, PvE 8.9%
- #52 Mirage Feathers
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,661 reviews2024
Dev: oyasumi Workshop
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%
「Maybe one day, I won't have to fight when I fly.」
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 43.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Shooter 7.8%, Third-Person Shooter 6.5%
- #53 Daetrix
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cohen Karnell
Windows · Mac
Daetrix is an arcade style shmup with rhythm game elements. Shoot, dash, and shine enemies to the beat of the music, while flying off ramps and grinding on rails to avoid certain death!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 44.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Shooter 8%, Arcade 3.4%
- #54 Bullet Rogue
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kristoffer S.Pub: Krystal Games
Windows
Clash with hordes of increasingly more difficult enemies, fighting back with powerful items and abilities. Explore different builds and classes, discover new items, and re-play with several ramping difficulty levels in this exciting arcadey shoot 'em up.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.3%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Roguelite 16.2%, PvE 11.6%, Shooter 10.1%
- #55 Aces in the Dust
69% matchVery Positive78% of 64 reviews2021
Dev: DUV StudiosPub: ESAT
Windows
Take command of a team of three elite Airmen! Each of them pilots a warplane equipped with the most powerful experimental weapons to date. Shoot down enemies using machine guns, missiles, energy cannons and… a laser beam? Venture into enemy territory and wreak havoc in this rail shooter.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 36.2% ★, Third-Person Shooter 19.6%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shooter 11.8%, Action 5.3%
- #56 My Last Stand: Survivors
67% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: ZHR
Windows
Zombies are approaching fast. You have nothing to trust but the weapon in your hand. Eliminate zombies as quickly as possible. Survive. Gain upgrade points to unlock different abilities. And become stronger. Hold your position until the end of time. Then you can escape from this bloody hell.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.5%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Third-Person Shooter 13.9%, Roguelite 13.9%, Zombies 13%
- #57 Tiny Pixels Vol. 1 - Ninpo Blast
67% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2024
Dev: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Jump on your hoverbike and blast off for unlimited ninja-themed bullet hell mayhem!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Roguelite 16.9%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 10.4%
- #58 Starfighter Hero
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kilobyte Studios
Windows
Starfighter Hero is a bullet heaven rogue-lite where you pilot and upgrade your starship. Unleash experimental weapons, amass escalating power, and steer your ship expertly to survive relentless swarms.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Action Roguelike 21.7%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Roguelite 13.9%, PvE 9.8%
- #59 Astrodogs
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 72 reviews2021
Dev: Dynamic Media TriadPub: Digital Tribe
Windows
Astrodogs is an on-rails arcade action game featuring a cast of space dogs that have to save the galaxy from WOOFER, a corporation that controls everything. Also ran by dogs.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 35.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Third-Person Shooter 14.8%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Arcade 6.7%
- #60 FUR Squadron Phoenix
65% matchMostly Positive79% of 58 reviews2026
Dev: Raptor Claw
Windows
Embark on an action-packed adventure in this on-rails space shooter. As a pilot in training, you’ll battle in strange virtual worlds. Master your ship, upgrade your skills, and protect the federation from an imminent threat. Are you ready for the challenge?
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 40.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Arcade 9.3%, Shooter 9.1%, PvE 7.3%