- #1 R-Type Final 2
97% matchMostly Positive75% of 816 reviews2021
Dev: Granzella Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Arcade 12%, Shooter 11.3%, Space 9.4%
- #2 Exterminator V Pollinators
96% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Hydro Shock Studio
Windows
In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Shooter 11.5%, Space 11.1%, Arcade 10%
- #3 Speyarranoth
96% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Eivind Magnus Noersterud Hvidevold
Windows
Speyarranoth is a classic sci-fi space asteroid shooter in 3D. You control the game using WASD and shoot with the space key. It's wonderful to just blast full speed through the asteroid fields lasers ablaze and enjoy the explosive light show.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Side Scroller 21.1%, Space 13.2%, Arcade 11.6%, Sci-fi 7.1%
- #4 Retaliate
95% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Romans I XVI Gaming
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 31.7%, Top-Down Shooter 23.3%, Space 14.7%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Arcade 11.6%
- #5 Habroxia 2
94% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2021
Dev: Lillymo Games
Windows
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Arcade 15%, Shooter 13.3%, Space 10.2%
- #6 Short Warp: Deep Space Bounty
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Short Warp LLC
Windows
Short Warp: Deep Space Bounty is a modern arcade shoot ’em up mixing top-down and side-scrolling missions in a rugged sci-fi universe. Pilot stock ships or craft custom builds across multiple game modes. Cast a short warp and Lower Away!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Side Scroller 15.3%, Arcade 10.6%, Space 9.9%
- #7 tz mini stg collection
93% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Side Scroller 16%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Arcade 15.3%, Shooter 13.2%
- #8 Nephenthesys
92% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Let's Dev StudiosPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
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 33.1%, Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 11.3%, Space 9.1%
- #9 Asteroids
91% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Play Asteroids
Windows
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, Arcade 14.8%, Shooter 13.3%, Space 9.3%
- #10 Hyper-5
90% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2022
Dev: Hyper Productions
Windows
Hyper-5 is a cinematic shmup inspired by classics from the “golden era” of the 90’s. Responding to a distress beacon, deep space scout ship Hyper-5 is drawn into a terrifying battle with an unknown enemy.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Side Scroller 21.2%, Arcade 12.2%, Shooter 11.3%, Space 7.7%
- #11 Astro Fighters 2178
91% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Take to your ship to ensure the survival of humanity against an alien force determined to see you fail. Customize your ship with upgrades to raise your chance of success. Take a friend into battle to immediately become a stronger force and watch each others tail
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Arcade 15%, Shooter 13%, Space 12.1%
- #12 Victory Saber 2D
89% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Zephyr Studio Limited
Windows · Linux
Victory Saber 2D is a horizontal scrolling shooter arcade video game with Locking-on shooting mechanic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38%, Side Scroller 16%, Shooter 14.6%, Space 10.2%, Action 8.2%
- #13 Iron Project: Reclaim
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vinicius OliveiraPub: Yu Game Studio
Windows
In a world devastated by machines, humanity places its last hope in a warrior equipped with special armor. Explore intense stages, face challenging bosses, and fight to reclaim what remains of the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Arcade 14.4%, Shooter 8.7%, Action 8.5%
- #14 Gunslinger Nova
88% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: instasiv
Windows
A top-down, 2d space-shooter that pits the user against swarms of alien ships from other dimensions. Destroy all enemies and portals as fast as possible. Battle increasingly tougher enemies through 40 Campaign levels and Endless Mode!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Top-Down Shooter 24.3%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 10.8%, Space 8.8%
- #15 Stellar Raid
87% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Berry Patch Games
Windows
Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Side Scroller 29.8%, Arcade 14.1%, Space 10.6%, Shooter 6.9%
- #16 Star Tank
86% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Ferulox Studios
Windows
Star Tank is a shmup with eighties aesthetics, a mixture of styles (Galaga-Operation Wolf). A difficult game that requires great control skills. 20 stages. 5 bosses. Various enemies. Become an expert pilot of a StarTank!!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Arcade 12.4%, Shooter 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.5%
- #17 Chaotic Loop
86% matchPositive80% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: technologicalpixel
Windows
Chaotic Loop is a little game, where your objective is to complete the level you choose, also everytime you play something in the game will change and this makes the loop of finishing the level chaotic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Arcade 9.2%, Shooter 9.1%
- #18 Rendering Ranger™: R² [Rewind]
83% matchPositive88% of 26 reviews2025
Dev: Limited Run GamesPub: Ziggurat
Windows
You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Side Scroller 22.8%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 11%, Space 9.5%
- #19 Cosmic Tank
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Game Masterminds
Windows · Mac
Cosmic Tank is a modern take on the classic game Asteroids. Mine your way to riches! Fight off hostile threats! Upgrade your ship and rent a few helpful drones! Survive epic boss fights!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Space 15.2%, Arcade 12.3%, Shooter 10.4%
- #20 Syder Arcade
84% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
Dev: Studio Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.2%, Arcade 12.5%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Space 10.2%, Shooter 9.5%
- #21 Star Jet Alpha
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Valles Games
Windows · Mac
Star Jet Alpha is a top-down space shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Progress through each stage by blowing up enemy space stations while avoiding or destroying enemy missiles, space mines and asteroids. Unlock Star Jet capabilities by completing stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Space 16.6%, Arcade 12.8%, Shooter 11.6%
- #22 Red Blaster
82% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Red Blaster Games
Windows
Blast your way through increasing waves of enemies in this fast-paced top-down action-arcade shoot 'em-up while unlocking new levels, weapon upgrades and harder enemy types as you make progress in RED BLASTER!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Top-Down Shooter 25.4%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 11.2%, Action 5.4%
- #23 Starxia
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Black Mastiff Studio
Windows
Starxia is an old-fashioned side-scrolling space shooter. Step into the role of a Pilot and use your ship to eliminate hordes of fierce enemies. A compelling story and many interesting characters await you in this adventure. Take over the controls and fly into the vacuum of space. Let the hunt begin
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Side Scroller 27.8%, Arcade 13.5%, Space 8.6%, 3D 6.4%
- #24 Gearbits: Gear Angels
80% matchPositive95% of 37 reviews2024
Dev: Quackpond Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
2D side-scrolling shoot 'em up
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Shooter 14.2%, Robots 9.3%, Action 9.1%
- #25 STURMWIND EX
81% matchPositive81% of 42 reviews2019
Dev: b-alive
Windows
STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Space 13.5%, Arcade 11.7%, Shooter 10.1%
- #26 Bounce your Bullets!
81% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Quentin Edel
Windows
A small game where you cannot stop moving forward. Your bullets get stronger and stronger after they bounce enough times. Bounce your Bullets! is a casual yet increasingly difficult colorful shmup where you survive for as long as possible against growing waves of enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Space 17.1%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 8%
- #27 Gates of Zendocon
79% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Epyx, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic side-scrolling shoot-em-up, originally published in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a starship pilot trapped in a web of 51 interconnected hostile universes by the evil spider Zendocon.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Side Scroller 24.5%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 11.5%, Space 9.8%
- #28 Layer Section™ & Galactic Attack™ S-Tribute
78% matchMostly Positive79% of 48 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
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 29.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, Arcade 13.5%, Shooter 12.4%, Space 10.4%
- #29 ALPHA CENTAURI SPACE FORCE
79% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: ocasocreations
Windows
Execute intense space battle operations from side, and top view. Face tough enemies along your way, destroy guardians and generators. Dodge traps. Keep focus on targets. Think fast. Overcome the chaos. Join now and become an alpha centauri pilot. Bonus: retro like endless space shooter mini game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Space 13.8%, Arcade 13%, Shooter 10.6%
- #30 Escape 2 Space
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShidyGames
Windows
Embark on a thrilling journey as a space mercenary! Customize your ships with powerful weapons and modules, choose contracts and destinations, and battle enemy fleets and epic bosses. Your decisions shape the universe around you, so forge your path in this action-packed space shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Arcade 13.5%, Shooter 12.6%, Space 12%
- #31 Unstable Star
77% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Heatwave Studios
Windows
Journey through Proximus-3 as Jaughn (pronounced “John”), and embark on a lighthearted and action-packed journey of redemption, quickly becoming embroiled in an unexpected Rebellion to save the galaxy.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Shooter 10.2%, Space 8.4%, Action-Adventure 7.9%
- #32 Sisyphus Paradox
75% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2026
Dev: Unruly Mob
Windows
Sisyphus Paradox is a fusion of roguelike tactical elements with classic side-scrolling shoot 'em up gameplay. Explore and fight your way across the galaxy as you try to get back home to Earth in this hand drawn indie game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Side Scroller 26.3%, Procedural Generation 12.2%, Shooter 11.5%, Space 6.6%
- #33 Arcade Forever
76% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: KOD7
Windows
Arcade Forever is a 3D vertical space shooter. This is an action game in which many enemies, obstacles and different weapons guarantee great fun. If you like fast space action, this is the game for you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Space 13.2%, Shooter 13.1%, Sci-fi 6.9%
- #34 1x! Space Adventure
77% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Lunar Madcap
Windows
1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Arcade 16.7%, Shooter 14.5%, Action 10.4%
- #35 RedRaptor
76% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: Novax GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
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 37%, Top-Down Shooter 25.8%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 8.8%, Space 7.4%
- #36 Space Warpster
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AMAMiZU games
Windows · Linux
A fast-paced retro arcade shooter inspired by classic 1980s side-scrolling space combat. Weave through organic obstacles, survive relentless enemy waves, and defeat powerful end-level bosses in a pure, skill-driven singleplayer experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Side Scroller 20.8%, Arcade 13%, Space 10.3%, Shooter 8.4%
- #37 Anthea's Justice
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Karl_SpencerPub: ITNC Games
Windows
The year is 2248. You play as Anthea, a pilot for the Spacing Guild. She's battling a pirate fleet. During the game, you'll need to destroy four leader ships.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45%, Shooter 15.7%, Arcade 11.4%, Sci-fi 10%, Space 9.5%
- #38 SATAZIUS
74% matchVery Positive85% of 324 reviews2011
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The year is 2051. Location: SATAZIUS, a long-abandoned planet. The cruiser Agano was on patrol when it was attacked and stricken by a confederacy of space pirates that had established a base on SATAZIUS. The pirates attacked the Agano intending to steal the assault ship ‘Trafalgar’ that was stowed aboard the Agano, but the Trafalgar made...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Side Scroller 20%, Robots 11.2%, Arcade 10.5%, Shooter 9.2%
- #39 Space Demon Combat Tactics III
74% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Matt Kuhn
Windows
Join the High Commander as the eternally loyal Green in an epic journey to save the Blues from the menace of the Greys and their evil Red Gems!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Arcade 17.4%, Shooter 15.4%, Space 13.8%, Action 10.9%
- #40 Solitarius
73% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Daniel Brendel
Windows
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: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Top-Down Shooter 26%, Space 21.7%, Arcade 8.9%, Action 7.2%
- #41 Space & Pixels
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Basil Masil
Windows
Space & Pixels is a top-down space shooter with classic gameplay. Battle through each level, blast lots of enemies, upgrade your ship's firepower, and uncover the truth behind your dangerous mission.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.4%, Arcade 18.2%, Shooter 16.1%, Space 12.7%, Action 11.7%
- #42 Flappy Shooter
72% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2021
Dev: Vadd Games, Cow GamePub: Cow Game
Windows
Try the fun combination of Flappy Bird and Rogue Shooter! Random locations, guns and Bosses, simple controls and colorful graphics. What else do you need for fun?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Arcade 11.6%, Shooter 11.2%, Procedural Generation 8.2%
- #43 Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade
71% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: xen-42
Windows · Linux
Shoot lasers in space because a fish told you to. Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade is a twin-stick side-scrolling space shoot-em-up which tells the story of a man side-scrolling in space and shooting-em-up with twin-sticks. This game has at least 2 characters in it.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Side Scroller 19%, Arcade 16%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 10.7%
- #44 Stop the Saturnians!
71% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Jeff Sinasac
Windows
Stop the Saturnians is a shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Dodge enemy fire, destroy procedurally generated alien waves and fight massive bosses. Collect resources in the midst of combat to upgrade your ship or improve Earth's defenses. Protect yourself and the planet both!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Space 15.3%, Arcade 11.9%, Shooter 11.3%
- #45 Habroxia
69% matchPositive97% of 32 reviews2023
Dev: Lillymo Games
Windows
Blast your way through a myriad of extra-terrestrial incursions in this arcade-style scrolling shooter! Pilot the ship Habroxia through 15 levels featuring intense boss fights, rescue missions, shifting perspectives, and untold surprises.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Side Scroller 20.8%, Arcade 15.2%, Shooter 13.9%, Space 9.5%
- #46 Sapper
73% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: SpriteFlick
Windows
In Sapper, you play a small anti-pirate. mine-sapper unit. Cleanse local home vessels and exotic alien craft of enemies, mines, and watch vast ships ride to safety as you collect your bounty.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.4%, Side Scroller 24.8%, Space 19.5%, Action 14.7%, Arcade 14.6%
- #47 Space Survival
70% matchMostly Positive71% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: Ali Soltanian Fard JahromiPub: Soltanian Games
Windows
Space Survival is a 3D PC shoote'm up game with large maps and various levels to complete.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Shooter 14.9%, Space 13.3%, Action-Adventure 12.2%, Action 10.9%
- #48 Saturn Quest: Blast Effect
70% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: Arkhouse TelegraphPub: Arkhouse Telegnosis
Windows
Saturn Quest: Blast Effect is a story-driven action adventure game set in the human-less galaxy far far away. Fly, climb, shoot, explore the world and fight the giant bosses in this 8 Bit style Space Opera, full of drama and epic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Arcade 11.6%, Space 10.4%
- #49 Royal Odyssey
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lion Crest Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Royal Odyssey is a retro-style arcade space shooter where you pilot Prince Zayven’s ship through a deadly asteroid storm, blasting your way to survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Space 12.5%, Arcade 9%
- #50 Spacewing War
69% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Pneuma GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.5%, Side Scroller 30%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 13.5%, Action 6.4%
- #51 C-RUSH
71% matchMostly Negative23% of 105 reviews2014
Dev: Artnumeris
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 17%
C-RUSH is an old school Shooter, with HD graphics.A new threat is coming from the space; the plasma insects. Exterminate the vermin!!Beat your own score and compare it with the other players !Key Features:- One ship with different positions to use- Different Gameplay according to the positions and shoots- A Schmup where you need...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 56.7%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 10%, Action 9%
- #52 Laser Droplets
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Kikashi Online
Windows · Mac
Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, Arcade 18.3%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Space 9%, Action 8.3%
- #53 Apano SYN Fighter
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ASIN Games
Windows
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 33.2%, Space 14.4%, Arcade 14.2%, Shooter 13.9%, Sci-fi 7.5%
- #54 Chromacell
67% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 171Dev
Windows
In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Upgrade your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Emerge victorious as the ultimate space pilot!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Side Scroller 24.1%, Arcade 12.5%, Shooter 12.4%, Space 10.7%
- #55 RIFTINVADERS
68% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: hennakinPub: Binärwerkstatt
Windows · Linux
RIFTINVADERS is a fast-paced arcade game with hard difficulty, focused on aim training and endless action. Compete for top spots on the leaderboard, unlock achievements and get to the highest X-RUN possible. Enjoy also in seated VR!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.1%, Space 19.4%, Arcade 19.1%, Action 12.5%, 3D 8.1%
- #56 Enyla X
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Revox Games
Windows
Elyna X is shoot'em up (Shmup) for 2 players in cooperative mode.The year is 3864, mysterious ships appear and iniciate a terrible attack against planet Earth, It is up to Enyla, a courageous space pilot, to lead the space fleets in defense of her beloved planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Side Scroller 22.6%, Robots 13.7%, Shooter 10.3%, Space 8.1%
- #57 The Rush
66% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: Hornbuckle Who
Windows
The Rush is a horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up with graphics inspired by classic space shooters of the MSX. Buckle up and see if you have what it takes to master the highly adaptive Chameleon Quartz space fighter and single-handedly obliterate the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Side Scroller 24.5%, Arcade 12.7%, Shooter 12.7%, Space 9.6%
- #58 Veggie Menace
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 63 reviews2022
Dev: DigiPen Europe-BilbaoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
After a failed spell during a vegetable contest in the Middle Ages, the vegetables come to life and try to invade the civilization. A little witch with her magic powers will need to fight against this invasion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Side Scroller 23.9%, Arcade 13.3%, Shooter 12.8%, Funny 8.7%
- #59 Splitfire
67% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: @thr3mix
Windows
Splitfire is the homage to classic twin-stick shooters like Geometry Wars, that evolves the genre by answering the question, 'What if both thumbsticks controlled their own weapons?'.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Space 10.5%, Procedural Generation 10%, Arcade 9.5%
- #60 Space Wars
67% match9 user reviews44% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: Star Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Space Wars is an exciting 2D space shooter. It has tons of powerups, tons of action, and tons of hardcore gameplay!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Space 12.5%, Action 11.3%