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Games Like Interstellar Sentinel

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

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ADHD core loop weapon system will keep you on your toes in this thrilling sci-fi fantasy shmup / shoot'em up with epic boss battles and a vast arsenal of futuristic weapons! Battle legions of demonic entities, restore the cosmic balance, and save the universe! Experience FLOW STATE gaming!

Reviews: Very Positive — 98% — of 58 reviews
Released: 2023-08-02
Developer: Uplifting Goat LLC.
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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  1. #1 Space Elite Force
    97% matchVery Positive89% of 186 reviews2018
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 55%

    Gear up for an intergalactic thrill ride! Space Elite Force is a frenzied space-shooter packed with weapon customization and epic boss battles. Take command of your ship and fight for the survival of humanity!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Old School 8.3%, Sci-fi 7.3%

  2. #2 Hyper Sentinel
    96% matchVery Positive84% of 69 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 45.6%, Bullet Hell 30.3%, Action 13.9%, Arcade 10.2%

  3. #3 Schildmaid MX
    95% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2023
    Dev: HitP Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your shield tech and absorb projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield expires and it's danger time, you better switch up your strategy fast...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Side Scroller 22.5%, Shooter 9.4%, Sci-fi 8.3%, Fantasy 6.4%

  4. #4 Power-Up
    96% matchMixed58% of 266 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 30.7%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Shooter 9.8%, Action 6.6%

  5. #5 Dark Old Sun
    94% matchVery Positive92% of 51 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 29.3%, Action 21.3%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shooter 12%, Sci-fi 10%

  6. #6 Space Elite Force II
    94% matchVery Positive88% of 109 reviews2020
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows · Linux

    Space Elite Force II is a frenetic space-shooter with weapon customization and insane bosses battles. Embark in your ship and fight for the survival of the human race!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Side Scroller 20.4%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Score Attack 9.3%, Sci-fi 8.1%

  7. #7 Cube Gothic
    93% matchMixed61% of 51 reviews2020
    Dev: Arkhouse TelegraphPub: Arkhouse Telegnosis
    Windows

    Cube Gothic is a Story-driven Shoot 'em up Adventure. Shooting enemies and dodging projectiles while solving simple puzzles and trying to comprehend the surreal plot - these are the challenges you'll be facing in Cube Gothic.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Hand-drawn 11.7%, Linear 5.9%

  8. #8 Hyper Echelon
    92% matchVery Positive89% of 66 reviews2021
    Dev: GangoGames LLC
    Windows · Mac

    The Cyan Galaxy is in peril! Your trusty little star fighter and rag tag squad of wingmen are the only hope against the evil EXODON! Level up from a pea shooter to an offensive powerhouse as you engage in frantic combat across many wondrous locales.

    Why similar: Dragons 23.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Shooter 8.9%, Linear 6%

  9. #9 Jets'n'Guns 2
    91% matchVery Positive90% of 1,290 reviews2020
    Dev: Rake in Grass
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    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 52.2%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Action 11.1%, 2D 3.5%

  10. #10 CometStriker DX
    91% matchVery Positive98% of 64 reviews2018
    Dev: Iced Lizard Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    CometStriker DX is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter where you boost through danger and blast everything in your way!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 20.8%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Shooter 9.4%, Linear 6.5%

  11. #11 Sophstar
    90% matchVery Positive100% of 103 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 27.3%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Shooter 9.8%, Old School 8.9%, Sci-fi 8%

  12. #12 BULLET SOUL
    89% matchVery Positive84% of 73 reviews2017
    Dev: MAGES. Inc.
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 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 42%, Bullet Hell 26.7%, Anime 13%, Action 9.6%, Sci-fi 8.7%

  13. #13 REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
    89% matchVery Positive91% of 402 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 32.6%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Shooter 8.8%, Sci-fi 6.2%

  14. #14 Hell is Other Demons
    87% matchVery Positive93% of 338 reviews2019
    Dev: Cuddle Monster Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    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 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Side Scroller 20.8%, Shooter 11.8%, 2D 7%

  15. #15 DEEP SPACE ANOMALY
    88% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Action 13.7%, Shooter 9.2%, 2D 8.8%

  16. #16 Super Glitter Rush
    86% matchVery Positive95% of 113 reviews2021
    Dev: tiny cactus studio
    Windows

    Super Glitter Rush is a boss-rush style bullet hell shoot-em-up!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.2%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Shooter 13.9%, 2D 6.6%, Action 6.5%

  17. #17 Gunvein
    86% matchVery Positive97% of 215 reviews2022
    Dev: NGDEV
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.3%, Bullet Hell 24.4%, Shooter 8.5%, Sci-fi 7.4%, Action 7.3%

  18. #18 Revolgear Zero
    84% matchVery Positive99% of 115 reviews2026
    Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    Shizuku and Akane...two pilots bound by rivalry and friendship battle to save their world from malevolent cosmic forces! A classic arcade style shmup with deeply satisfying fast paced combat, wide variety of load-out combos, and even local co-op!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.1%, Side Scroller 19%, Sci-fi 11.9%, Anime 11.5%, Old School 9.8%

  19. #19 Undercroft Warriors
    85% matchMostly Positive79% of 502 reviews2024
    Dev: Fuzzy
    Windows

    Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shooter 12.2%, Old School 10.1%, Score Attack 8%

  20. #20 Bloodshed
    81% matchVery Positive85% of 1,782 reviews2025
    Dev: com8com1 SoftwarePub: Headup
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Bloodshed is a Roguelite Survivors FPS; an exhilarating fusion of Roguelite elements merged with retro-styled visuals and first-person “Survivors-like” frenetic combat action!

    Why similar: Demons 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Dark Fantasy 12.7%, Old School 10.3%

  21. #21 Jets'n'Guns Gold
    83% matchVery Positive87% of 1,526 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 42.3%, Side Scroller 22.2%, Bullet Hell 10.7%, Old School 7%, Action 4.7%

  22. #22 Weapon of Choice DX
    84% matchMostly Positive77% of 495 reviews2015
    Dev: Mommy's Best Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Weapon of Choice is a high-energy, side-scroller in which each playable character is unique with their own special weapon and abilities! Blast insane aliens, find new player characters, and choose between branching paths!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Lovecraftian 13.3%, Hand-drawn 12.5%, Sci-fi 7.2%

  23. #23 ASTROLANCER
    81% matchVery Positive98% of 135 reviews2024
    Dev: Studio Hexeye
    Windows

    ASTROLANCER combines top-down shooter and shoot 'em up gameplay into one action-packed experience! Devise your own playstyle with a huge variety of weapons. Hardcore and casual players alike are welcome!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.3%, Anime 13.8%, Shooter 9.2%, Action 8.6%, Linear 8%

  24. #24 Danmaku Unlimited 2
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 482 reviews2014
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    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 44.6%, Bullet Hell 40.4%, Shooter 6%, Action 5.5%, Arcade 3.5%

  25. #25 Demon Hunt
    80% matchMostly Positive75% of 435 reviews2025
    Dev: Massive Hug
    Windows

    Battle through demon-infested lands in this fast-paced rogue-lite bullet-heaven. Pick unique weapons with powerful evolutions, and hunt down ancient demons in intense boss fights. Loot, upgrade, and unlock new ways to grow stronger after every hunt!

    Why similar: Demons 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Sci-fi 9.4%, Shooter 8.7%

  26. #26 Absolute Blue
    82% matchMostly Positive70% of 54 reviews2018
    Dev: Jochen HeizmannPub: Asylum Square
    Windows

    Sidescrolling Shoot’em’up that will transport you back into the 90s (and space).

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Old School 10%, Shooter 9.4%

  27. #27 DEVIL BLADE REBOOT
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 813 reviews2024
    Dev: SHIGATAKE GAMES
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    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 31.8%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shooter 13.9%, Score Attack 11.4%, Sci-fi 10.4%

  28. #28 Cosmic Carnage: Prologue
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 71 reviews2023
    Dev: LionSwordPub: LionSword Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Prepare for an interstellar showdown like no other in a gripping roguelike top-down twin-stick shooter set in the vast depths of space. Pilot your advanced starship, engaging in relentless battles against hordes of alien adversaries. Destroy, Collect, Upgrade, Die, Unlock, Repeat.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Shooter 14.1%, Sci-fi 7.9%, 2D 6.7%

  29. #29 Steredenn: Binary Stars
    79% matchVery Positive88% of 959 reviews2015
    Dev: Pixelnest StudioPub: TyGAMES
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 68.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    Steredenn is a frenetic and chaotic space shooter, carved in big beautiful pixels, with insane boss battles. Embark in your ship and engage the fight against dreadful space pirates in a never-ending combat for your survival.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Shooter 10%, Score Attack 8.6%

  30. #30 Galaxy Highways
    78% matchVery Positive97% of 59 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 42.1%, Shooter 21%, Sci-fi 16.9%, 2D 9.3%, Action 8.5%

  31. #31 DRAINUS
    75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,121 reviews2022
    Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.7%, Shooter 16.1%, Bullet Hell 11.7%, Action 10%, Side Scroller 7.6%

  32. #32 Star Saviors
    77% matchVery Positive82% of 1,684 reviews2016
    Dev: Sharpened Edge Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

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

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.1%, Bullet Hell 27.8%, Action 6.2%, Sci-fi 4.9%, Shooter 4.4%

  33. #33 Savant - Ascent REMIX
    75% matchVery Positive92% of 428 reviews2023
    Dev: D-Pad Studio
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

    Savant - Ascent REMIX is an explosive shoot-em-up / scrolling shooter, starring an acrobatic wizard on an elevator-ride. Unlock destructive spells & acrobatic moves as you survive through a tower brimming with robotic fiends!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 18%, Dark Fantasy 16.3%, Shooter 9.9%, Score Attack 9.2%

  34. #34 ZOE Begone!
    74% matchVery Positive99% of 152 reviews2025
    Dev: Retchy GamesPub: PM Studios, Inc.
    Windows

    A frenetic hand-drawn bullet hell shooter, blending run-and-gun mechanics with classic shmup action in looping arenas. Inspired by drawn-on-film animation of the 1930's - shoot, dash and pound your way through the Animator's creations.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Bullet Hell 17%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Score Attack 7.5%

  35. #35 PAWARUMI
    76% matchVery Positive92% of 79 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 29.3%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Shooter 12.8%, Score Attack 11%, Sci-fi 9.7%

  36. #36 Solar Shifter EX
    78% matchMixed47% of 114 reviews2015
    Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    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 78.8%, Action 21.2%

  37. #37 Radiant Silvergun
    73% matchVery Positive93% of 214 reviews2023
    Dev: Live Wire
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Bullet Hell 23.5%, Shooter 12.8%, Sci-fi 7.8%, Anime 7.3%

  38. #38 KILL KNIGHT
    71% matchVery Positive94% of 1,955 reviews2024
    Dev: PlaySide
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 58%

    KILL KNIGHT is an ultra-responsive arcade-inspired isometric action shooter. Condemned to eternal sufferance, deep within the voids of an eldritch arena, you must wield an arsenal of devastating weaponry to obliterate swarms of otherworldly horrors - and MASTER THE DEMON WITHIN.

    Why similar: Demons 24.2%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Dark Fantasy 15.5%, Shooter 12.9%, Score Attack 11.6%

  39. #39 Disaster Arms - Impact Project B.A.H.N.
    72% matchVery Positive100% of 62 reviews2025
    Dev: PD_CGT
    Windows · Linux

    - DRY CONTACT - INSTIGATION OF HYBRID SOLDIER LIFELINE - BIO-AFFECTIONATE HYPER NETWORK -

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Shooter 9.8%

  40. #40 Jett Rider
    73% matchVery Positive94% of 68 reviews2024
    Dev: Last Chicken GamesPub: JanduSoft
    Windows

    Jett Rider is an arcade shooter packed with action, exploration, RPG elements, tons of humor and awesome bosses. Explore, fight, gain experience, purchase weapons in this exciting adventure.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 33.7%, Shooter 18.2%, Sci-fi 13.4%, Fantasy 10.5%, 2D 8.8%

  41. #41 Rigid Force Alpha
    74% matchMostly Positive80% of 133 reviews2018
    Dev: com8com1 Software
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%

    Classic shoot’em up action in modern 3D! Blast off to take down hordes of infected aliens and dreadful machines programmed on waging an intergalactic war against mankind!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Shooter 10.9%, Score Attack 9.6%

  42. #42 GRAND CROSS: ReNOVATION
    72% matchVery Positive90% of 147 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: Shoot 'Em Up 34.4%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Shooter 12.5%, Old School 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.7%

  43. #43 Entropy Survivors
    70% matchVery Positive80% of 511 reviews2024
    Dev: Moving Pieces InteractivePub: First Break Labs
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Entropy Survivors is a bullet hell roguelike where you simultaneously control a powerful mech and a sharpshooting space frog, featuring outrageously creative abilities and powerful weapon customization. Save the universe in single player or 2-4 player online co-op!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.5%, Dark Fantasy 29.2%, Score Attack 14.3%, Arcade 9.7%, Action 8.4%

  44. #44 XIIZEAL
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015
    Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Shooter 11.4%, Old School 9.1%, Sci-fi 9%

  45. #45 Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 234 reviews2015
    Dev: Dreamloop Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax is a fast-paced couch co-op action shooter with SHMUP/Brawler gameplay and RPG elements. Choose your mechs, weapons & upgrades then soar through space, defeat evil & save the future... from itself!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Side Scroller 21.1%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shooter 11.5%, Anime 9.5%

  46. #46 Pudding: Lyre Knight
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 128 reviews2023
    Dev: Katatema
    Windows

    "Let's defeat the demon lord together!" A thrilling action-adventure of destruction!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Shooter 14.3%, Old School 9.5%, Anime 9.4%

  47. #47 Roto Force
    69% matchVery Positive93% of 130 reviews2023
    Dev: Accidently AwesomePub: PID Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Shoot and dash your way through frantic missions! A twin-stick shooter set in a rotating world. Unlock weapons, move quickly and fight tons of bosses.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.3%, Bullet Hell 30.4%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 7%, 2D 6.8%

  48. #48 Graze Counter
    70% matchVery Positive96% of 316 reviews2017
    Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Dark Fantasy 10.8%, Anime 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.1%

  49. #49 Breakout Epilepsia
    67% matchVery Positive87% of 200 reviews2025
    Dev: CataxisPub: Skull Queens Games
    Windows · Linux

    A fast-paced Breakout-style arcade with a bold black-and-white aesthetic. Engage in space battles against stunning yet deadly alien foes who are determined to destroy you. Intense visuals, thrilling gameplay, and a challenge that will test your reflexes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Side Scroller 25.3%, Shooter 12.5%, Linear 7.5%, Anime 7.4%

  50. #50 Angel at Dusk
    66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,666 reviews2024
    Dev: AkiragoyaPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%

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

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.5%, Hand-drawn 20.7%, Shooter 19.8%, 2D 9.8%, Action 8.9%

  51. #51 Steel Empire
    71% matchMostly Positive77% of 110 reviews2018
    Dev: mebius.
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Steel Empire is a steam punk shoot'em up game featuring a frantic combat filled with powerful enemies and insane obstacles. Enjoy a beautiful world and retro game-play as you dodge and shoot your way through classical stages to fight the evil empire!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 63%, Action 21.1%, 2D 13.2%, Singleplayer 2.7%

  52. #52 Flying Tank
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 105 reviews2024
    Dev: Hexage
    Windows

    Get into your Flying Tank and shoot 'em up like it's the good old days! Kill strange bosses, drop bombs from above and build an arsenal of fun, powerful weapons. Reclaim the stolen Earth - alone or with a friend - in a rich action-packed side-scrolling shmup!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 28.7%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Hand-drawn 16.8%, Anime 11.6%, Shooter 8.5%

  53. #53 Operation STEEL
    69% matchVery Positive93% of 85 reviews2022
    Dev: Undermog Games
    Windows · Linux

    Operation STEEL is a roguelike shoot-em-up rendered in hand-drawn art. Blow up loads of enemies, destroy huge bosses, find weapons, and upgrade your load-out between levels. Combat the electronic legion across 20+ procedurally generated levels!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Bullet Hell 20%, Side Scroller 8.9%, Hand-drawn 8.8%, Sci-fi 8.4%

  54. #54 Sayonara Sigil Sentry
    66% matchVery Positive96% of 57 reviews2025
    Dev: ApeHardware
    Windows · Linux

    The most intense game of "connect the dots" you'll ever play. Dodge waves of attacks while marking the points of "magic" runes to defeat 10 massive eldritch monstrosities.

    Why similar: Lovecraftian 32.5%, Bullet Hell 31.7%, 2D 9.6%, Action 9%, Arcade 8.8%

  55. #55 Bladestar
    70% matchMostly Positive71% of 109 reviews2016
    Dev: Fair Weather Studios
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Bladestar is a sci-fi cinematic action shooter featuring visually rich worlds with potentially endless enemies on each level. Defend the galaxy flying a Manta Starfighter through asteroid, mine, and debris fields while battling pirates, rebels, and aliens.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39%, Sci-fi 16.5%, Shooter 16.2%, Action 12.1%, 2D 7.8%

  56. #56 Core Devourer
    67% matchMostly Positive75% of 113 reviews2024
    Dev: IcyQuill
    Windows

    Hunt down huge hordes of droids, absorb their cores and become the strongest cybernetic being. In this sci-fi action-packed roguelite, you unlock weapons with unique effects, craft powerful gear and create endless combinations of upgrades for your character. Make your choice and break the game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Bullet Hell 25.8%, Dark Fantasy 14.7%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Score Attack 9.7%

  57. #57 Graze Counter GM
    65% matchVery Positive97% of 191 reviews2023
    Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Dark Fantasy 13.1%, Anime 9.8%, Sci-fi 8.9%

  58. #58 Xenoraid: The First Space War
    67% matchVery Positive87% of 140 reviews2016
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with procedurally driven missions and detailed shooting mechanics. Modern features such as real time fighter switching and squadron management make Xenoraid a fresh and thrilling shooter!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Bullet Hell 15%, Shooter 13.7%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Score Attack 11.4%

  59. #59 Sektori
    62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 768 reviews2025
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.6 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 41.3%, Bullet Hell 25.8%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 8.1%, Score Attack 7.1%

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