60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Top-Down Shooter, Space, Arcade.
ionAXXIA introduces the ‘big brained shooter’ genre with a tactical arcade space shooter. Classic 90's inspired sci-fi action adds a whiff of Dark Souls to its varied-weaponry combat, pairing a need for quick reactions and gaming skills with patience, timing, and smart decision.
Layer Section™ & Galactic Attack™ S-Tribute
Layer Section, the home console port of arcade game RayForce is back with new features and online ranking. Use the new lock-on laser function to defeat multiple enemies at once for a higher score in this gorgeous 2D vertical shooting game!
RedRaptor
Blast off for a retro arcade experience in RedRaptor, a vertical shoot’em up inspired by genre classics of the ’90s!
Layer Section, the home console port of arcade game RayForce is back with new features and online ranking. Use the new lock-on laser function to defeat multiple enemies at once for a higher score in this gorgeous 2D vertical shooting game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, 1990's 13.3%, Space 10.6%, Shooter 8.3%
Blast off for a retro arcade experience in RedRaptor, a vertical shoot’em up inspired by genre classics of the ’90s!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, 1990's 13.3%, Space 7.5%, Shooter 7.4%
Solitarius is a 2D top-down wave shooter set in a sci-fi space environment. It is a free minigame that contains six different levels, eight different enemies and nine different weapons. Instead of surviving as long as possible you have to make it through each level.
Why similar: Space 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, 1990's 8.2%, Sci-fi 6.7%
Hyper Frenzy is a free arena-styled singleplayer 2D space shooter using top-down perspective. Fight in different modes against bots, collect various items and use one of the plenty weapons to defeat your opponents. Create your own maps and gametypes.
Why similar: Space 17.1%, Arena Shooter 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, 1990's 9.6%
Welcome back to 1996! This shared screen space shooter is the perfect 4-player competitive game for some casual fun!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, 1990's 13.3%, Space 10.2%, Shooter 8.6%
Battle against bosses in a shoot'em up combined with RPG elements. Choose between three diverse classes, and create your combo build from a pool of over 50 abilities. The game features a variety of bosses that require different strategies and builds to conquer.
Why similar: Souls-like 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Space 12.8%, Arena Shooter 10.6%
Save the galaxy in this unique space shooter! Based on the legendary Google Play title, Super Space Slayer 2 features completely re-designed mouse, keyboard and gamepad controls that make it even better than the original.
Why similar: Space 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, 1990's 10.7%, Shooter 9.6%
Shoot different types of spaceships while avoiding getting shot yourself. Kill 10 minutes at a time with this affordable colourful timewaster.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Space 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Shooter 8.3%, Retro 8.2%
Amazing graphics. Countless different units. An addictive Battle Pass. We have none of those things. Just one carrier and as many tiny fighters as you can muster to hold back hordes of enemy fighters and bombers. Victory is not enough - you may win the battle, but still lose the war!
Why similar: Space 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Shooter 9.7%, Choices Matter 8.1%
An explosive arcade arena shooter inspired by the golden age of Amiga classics. Blast through asteroid fields, destroy alien forces, upgrade your ship, and unleash devastating weapons in a modern reimagining of a timeless genre.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, 1990's 9.2%, Shooter 8.6%
Defend Spacebase 19 from the asteroids swarming down on the station! Shoot down waves of stones and equip different powerful weapons. How many waves can you last? A simple nostalgic retro arcade turret defense shooter.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Space 10.1%
A fast-paced sci-fi space survival shooter where you blast through relentless enemies, upgrade your ship, and climb the global leader-board.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Arena Shooter 20.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shooter 7.6%, Retro 7.3%
A reinterpretation of retro games like Space Invaders and Galaga with a modern twist. Battle through planetary sectors using elemental abilities that combine for powerful effects and make bosses vanish.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, 1990's 11.8%, Space 11.3%, Shooter 9.1%
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Space 11.2%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 9.5%
Influenced by classic top-down shooters like Sinistar and Bosconian, Shibui Coliseum is a multidirectonally scrolling shoot ‘em up for fans of fast-paced arcade action.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, 1990's 12.4%, Retro 9%, Space 8.2%
Raider Pheasant is a single-player arcade shoot ’em up viewed from a dramatic high-angle perspective. Blast through enemy formations, power up your fighter, defeat massive bosses, and chase high scores with keyboard or controller.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Top-Down Shooter 23.8%, Space 11.6%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 7.5%
Prove yourself and earn your wings in the Exphelius Championships - a reckless bloodsport of vehicular mayhem across the galaxy Exphelius. Win matches across multiple game modes to earn cash and new parts, upgrade your ships or buy new ones, and claim your way to the top.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Space 12.9%, Sci-fi 7.5%
A top-down 2D arena shooter in the style of a retro arcade game. The player fights against waves of enemy spaceships to defend space as we know it.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Space 14.8%, Arcade 10.5%, Shooter 10.4%
Alien Wall is a powerful genre mix between a brick breaker and ‘shoot em up’. Modern retro Arcade fun at its best!
Why similar: Space 19%, Arena Shooter 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Shooter 9.8%
SHOOT 'EM UP!Starlight: Eye of The Storm is a 2D Vertical SHMUP set in a 3D background. Unleash your special powers, upgrade your weapons! Take on 10 Arcade stages or 15 Campaign missions! Drift (auto-pivot mode) behind your enemies and take them on with style!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Space 15.7%, Shooter 8.3%, Sci-fi 7.7%
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 21.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, 1990's 11.5%, Space 10.7%, Arcade 9.4%
Abyss Prowler is an arcade inspired top-down arena shooter where you should always stay on the move to survive. Dash, reposition and strike. Demo is available.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Space 9.5%, Arcade 7.6%
The Guardians, a secret society wielding the power of the Force, have readied their tanks and intend on crushing the aspirations of the Hammerbolt Empire!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.6%, 1990's 15.4%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.4%
Blast off on a treacherous mission to recover an unidentified energy source amidst an alien onslaught! Nephenthesys is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up presented in widescreen top-down 3D style.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Top-Down Shooter 24.3%, Space 11.6%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 7.7%
An alien menace has descended on Earth! Defend the world from UFO invasion in this superb arcade shooter from Qute. Use your weapons effectively, deflect enemy bullets with your shield, and recapture the Moon from alien infestation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Space 13.7%, 1990's 11.4%, Shooter 8%
Beyond The Space Wall is a story-driven brick-breaking action game, enriched with RPG elements and other original features. In addition to the usual brickbreaking, you’ll face plenty of choices and side quests that directly influence the direction of the main story. Can you find the path to victory?
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Arena Shooter 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%, Space 11.7%, Sci-fi 9.4%
A fast‑paced symphony of destruction where you are always outnumbered. Survival demands constant motion, sharp evasion, and smart arsenal management.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Space 16.2%, Arena Shooter 14.7%, Top-Down 7.3%
Lock On. Light Up. Lay Waste. Demon Protocol is a retro arcade space shooter with 25 waves of relentless enemies, 4 brutal bosses, and power-ups to keep you fighting. Choose your difficulty and see how far you can push before the demons win.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Space 15.5%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 8.9%, Sci-fi 7.3%
An arcade arena top down shooter. fast paced action with a great sound-track. shoot your way through the approaching enemy shapes, upgrade your character and beat the high score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Arena Shooter 19.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Shooter 10%, Top-Down 9.2%
A retro-style classic side-scrolling shoot ’em up. Fly Super Arcade Boy through 8 levels, blast enemy waves, grab power-ups, and take down bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, 1990's 15.8%, Space 11.8%, Shooter 10.7%, Retro 10.4%
The sequel to Toaplan’s shoot ‘em up masterpiece Truxton is a thrilling insane space action with an unforgiving difficulty level. Enjoy the visually stunning pixel graphics and vibrant music as you dodge the high-speed bullet rain and take on tough bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Space 15.3%, 1990's 14.4%, Sci-fi 7.8%
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 29%, Top-Down Shooter 24.9%, Space 11.2%, Shooter 9.4%, Arcade 7.3%
NOXE: 100 unique Steam achievements to decorate your profile.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 26%, Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Space 20.1%, Sci-fi 6.3%, Arcade 5.3%
Blast through waves of chaos in this retro inspired space shooter. Simple mechanics, high energy rock/electronic soundtrack, and a gloriously goofy tone make Nova Rebellion a cosmic throwback Back when space shooters were all the rage.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Top-Down Shooter 24.2%, Space 11.6%, Shooter 9.9%, Top-Down 7.6%
You are valiant space hero who is not as fortunate as those in the golden age of scrolling shooters who had infinite ammo. Instead you must absorb your enemies' weapons and retaliate!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Top-Down Shooter 25.5%, Space 20%, Arcade 8.4%, Top-Down 6.1%
Take on intense challenges and waves of enemies in this frenetic arena shooter that demands quick reflexes and nonstop action. Survive the onslaught and defeat powerful bosses while staying in motion, mastering arenas designed for those who crave adrenaline and intense combat.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Arena Shooter 18.9%, Space 15.7%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Sci-fi 7.3%
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: Space 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 19%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.6%
A fast-paced vertical shooter built for short sessions! 2-Minute and 5-Minute score attack modes with beautiful X68000-style pixel art.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, 1990's 17.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 8.6%
Guide M.R.1 through a corrupted robot factory, battle hostile machines, collect biomass, and upgrade at the Forge in this retro-inspired top-down arcade shooter.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 27.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Arcade 7.7%, Sci-fi 5.8%
Retro style, propeller plane centred shoot 'em up inspired by the arcade classics of a fondly remembered bygone era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Top-Down Shooter 24.2%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 8.2%, 1990's 8.2%
Plasma Sky is a neon arcade shmup with over 100 handcrafted levels. Ease in and power up early, you'll need a strong ship as the intensity ramps up. Flow through alien formations, arm your wingmen, and race the world in a fresh challenge every week - the same seeded run for every pilot on Earth.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Space 15.4%, Arcade 9%, Retro 8.1%
Defender's Squad is a sci-fi vertical scrolling shooter 2D that combines 7 different levels. Play Solo and pick one of the 3 ships to kill enemies and save the earth from aliens.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Space 18.3%, Shooter 10.5%, Top-Down Shooter 10.1%, Top-Down 8.8%
Galactic Explorers is a top-down 2D retro space shooter inspired by early games such as Galaxian, and Asteroids.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Space 15.9%, 1990's 9%, Sci-fi 7.4%
This lightning fast arena shooter brings you right back to the highscore hunts of the arcade era. Use your arsenal of deadly weapons wisely against the increasingly ferocious monster hordes to survive as long as you can.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Sci-fi 8.6%, Shooter 7.6%
The solar system is on the brink of collapse! Using powerful alien technology, you must battle enemies, players, and the forces of gravity to escape and survive. Redemption is optional. Survival is not.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Arena Shooter 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Shooter 9.2%, 1990's 8.2%
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 24%, Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, Space 16.6%, Shooter 11%, Sci-fi 9%
A new twist on the classic arcade shooter, with a variety of character choices and an upgrade system. Control your spaceship with your mouse & shoot with click - the only limitation is your hand speed! Face waves of creative enemy ships and stimulating bosses, and protect the ozone, Ozone Guardian.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Arena Shooter 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Shooter 7.6%, Space 7.2%
Even if you are not good at avoiding bullets or shmup games there is no problem. A 2d casual rolling shooter best for killing time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Top-Down Shooter 24.8%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 8.3%, Sci-fi 7.2%
Retro style 2D vertical scrolling simple shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, 1990's 14.1%, Shooter 9.6%, Top-Down 7.9%
Gunstorm is a space shooter loaded with playability. Wave after wave of alien craft attack your agile ship. Use the mouse to control your ship at the speed of thought in a perfectly balanced game that starts easy and gradually gets more difficult.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Space 12.1%, Shooter 8.8%
Shin Sophstar is an electrifying 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.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Space 15.5%, 1990's 9.8%, Arcade 8.9%
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 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Space 13.4%, 1990's 11.4%, Shooter 8.4%
Rocks In Space is an indie arcade shooter with upgrades, unlockable ships, and no paywalls. Download now and get ready to fight the endless swarm!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, 1990's 14.3%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 8.2%
Classic Asteroids® updated with modern gameplay and perfected controls. Explore hazardous environments and sneak around asteroids to surprise attack giant bosses. Upgrade your ship to use additional power-ups. Single player or fight with up to 3 friends with intense local coop.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Arena Shooter 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Space 12.7%, Shooter 7%
CHROMACORE is a top-down arena shooter set in a futuristic super soldier training facility. Match your neon lights to the enemies in flow-inducing combat. Your task is simple: kill, adapt, survive, respawn.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.3%, Arena Shooter 23.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Sci-fi 10.7%, Arcade 7.2%
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 25.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22.9%, 1990's 16.1%, Shooter 9.8%, Top-Down 7.4%
A deliciously addictive core of finger-blistering shooting action, surrounded by delectable morsels of galactic exploration, spacecraft customization, and community competitions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Space 17.1%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 6.4%
Is there a gamepad lying around somewhere?!! Ready to play some real shooter games again? Grab the controller and become an APANO SYN PILOT to face the alien invasion. Connect up to four controllers and shoot until you drop. 100% survival chance on "Easy", low on "Impossible".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Space 17.6%, 1990's 14.3%, Shooter 11.3%, Sci-fi 9.6%
"Angles of Death" is an action RPG and roguelike game. It blends the intensity of real-time combat and the unpredictability of roguelike mechanics. The pixel art aesthetic adds a nostalgic yet modern visual appeal, while the atmospheric soundtrack immerses players in a dark and captivating world.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shooter 10.1%, Space 9.6%
