- #1 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 怒首領蜂大往生DX
97% matchPositive88% of 43 reviews2021
Dev: G-MODE
Windows
“You will die.” Confirm it with your own eyes. See with your own eyes the most deadly barrage ever spread across your palms.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.4%, Top-Down Shooter 31.9%, Shooter 16.9%, Action 8.9%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #2 CosmoDreamer
96% matchVery Positive100% of 146 reviews2020
Dev: あうとさいど
Windows
From the popular free game "Outside" comes a dreamy and cute barrage shmups. The visuals are colorful, cute and fantastic, and the game features active gameplay.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.2%, Top-Down Shooter 27.9%, 2D Platformer 13.5%, Shooter 11.7%, Action 5.6%
- #3 Dragon Chase
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fromer Studios
Windows
Control an ancient dragon in an epic escape through the skies! Destroy jets, zeppelins, and warships in a fast-paced shoot ’em up with magical powers, colossal bosses, and a retro techno soundtrack inspired by 80s arcade classics.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.1%, Top-Down Shooter 26.5%, 2D Platformer 16.3%, Shooter 12.2%, Action 5.2%
- #4 Shooting Game KARI
95% matchVery Positive93% of 72 reviews2022
Dev: SAEKI Soft
Windows
The ultra-hardcore, authentic vertical scrolling shooter game comes back to life in the modern age. Dodge, shoot, and destroy. Conquer all six stages and experience the real thrill of vertical scrolling shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.6%, Top-Down Shooter 26.6%, Shooter 14.7%, Old School 12.1%, Action 9.7%
- #5 Artificial Dawn
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Biryeong
Windows
Defeat is not the end. After a game over, return to your base to strengthen with battle points and try again. Artificial Dawn is a shooting game designed to grow stronger the more you try, and anyone can clear it as long as they don't give up.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, 2D Platformer 18%, Shooter 16.4%, Action 10.5%
- #6 StormBonk
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Edenvind
Windows
A fast, addictive space run where you weave through meteors, blast obstacles, collect coins, and survive wave after wave of rising danger.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32%, Top-Down Shooter 29.4%, Shooter 14%, Old School 12%, Retro 6.7%
- #7 Gun Up
93% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Horsepower Interactive
Windows
Kill the undead, get new weapons, combine weapons, kill even more undead! Over 20 weapons, INFINITE combinations. Featuring different locations to play and survive. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.6%, Top-Down Shooter 35.5%, Shooter 14.9%, Action 7.8%, Singleplayer 0.6%
- #8 Asterisk
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Uberduck, LLC
Windows · Linux
What if Asteroids but roguelike? Destroy space rocks to unlock better weapons, abilities, and equipment so you can ... destroy more space rocks. Choose upgrade paths, select sponsors to match your play style, and compete with friends for the high score in this retro-modern top-down space shooter.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.6%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Retro 12.1%, Score Attack 10.9%, Shooter 10.2%
- #9 Torrential
91% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Torrential Studio
Windows
Torrential is a fair but difficult bullethell designed to not waste your time, or to waste your time depending on your perception.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.2%, Top-Down Shooter 30.1%, 2.5D 13.7%, Shooter 12.7%, Action 6%
- #10 TCSTRIKERS2
91% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Project Anthem
Windows
Touhou-like 2D shooting!!! Chubby protagonist!! Orthodox and easy to understand operation!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 36.6%, Bullet Hell 31%, Shooter 13.4%, Score Attack 7%, Action 6.9%
- #11 東方霊守祀 ~ Consciousness' Unity of Opposites
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 只鹳狸药堂
Windows
在被遗忘者的圣地——幻想乡,不可思议的魂灵在各处无声地诉说。燃着的笠木、妖异的望月,此世的幻象在引向何处?独属于「生人」的卷轴已然合起,由此展开的绘卷又出自谁人的笔下……成为结界中的少女,一探「寂然之世」异闻的真相吧。二千三百年间积淀的愿景,就要于此再现……
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, 2D Platformer 13.8%, Shooter 12%, Lore-Rich 10.1%
- #12 Eagles of World War 2
89% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
A fantasy based arcade shooter set in World War 2 with frantic bullet hell shooter style gameplay and a bullet time slo motion mechanic. Take on the enemy forces solo or with a friend either in local co-op or online with STEAM's remote play together.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.5%, Top-Down Shooter 26%, Shooter 14.7%, Old School 12.5%, Retro 7.1%
- #13 GuanLan Magic
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ComNeko
Windows
For the hope of humanity, the decisive battle unfolds in the vast sky...An STG featuring magical girls and an instant-upgrade system!Let's save Guanlan!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.1%, Top-Down Shooter 29.1%, 2D Platformer 17.4%, Shooter 13.7%, Female Protagonist 5%
- #14 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
88% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.8%, Top-Down Shooter 28%, Shooter 14.4%, Old School 10%, Action 7%
- #15 いるかにうろこがないわけ
87% matchVery Positive91% of 187 reviews2023
Dev: 月刊湿地帯Pub: Waku Waku Games
Windows
こんな時間まで起きているわがままハニーマスタードちゃんには特別に、いるかにうろこがないわけを教えてあげようかねえ。
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.1%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Shooter 18.6%, Old School 14%, Action 11.3%
- #16 Warcat Parade
86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Hefka Games
Windows · Linux
Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Score Attack 11.4%, Shooter 9.9%, Old School 9%
- #17 Bountiful Hunters
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SilverSkill Games
Windows
Fight by yourself or with friends to survive a gauntlet of enemies in set stages. Collect items to empower your character and take down enemies quicker. Play as multiple different characters with varying play styles. Fight strong bosses that reward you handsomely with more money than normal enemies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.4%, Top-Down Shooter 31.6%, Old School 15.9%, Action 7.7%, Score Attack 6.3%
- #18 BlockRunner : The BlockSide
85% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: MrStubby | WadihPub: Stubby Studios
Windows
Get ready for an adventure in this fast-paced action game! With randomly generated levels and endless mode, you'll never play the same level twice in Blockrunner. Each playthrough is a new adventure, filled with unique challenges and surprises!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.5%, Top-Down Shooter 27.9%, 2D Platformer 15%, Shooter 9.8%, Action 5.7%
- #19 Cult of Icarus
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Riley CodenPub: Deerskirt Studios
Windows
Cult of Icarus is a methodical, mythological and brutal bullet hell. Bestowed with the ancient, holy technology of the ANGEL unit, enact zealous revenge against the archenemy of the Lord, who are surely equally as bent on your destruction as you are theirs. Thou shalt kill. Thou shalt kill them all.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.3%, Top-Down Shooter 30.7%, Shooter 13.2%, Old School 8.9%, Action 6.1%
- #20 School ! Love ☆ Reflex
84% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: SLR Production CommitteePub: 楊 志庄
Windows
主人公は好きな女の子がいる。ある日、彼は彼女に、告ってしまった。「ごめんなさい。あたしには好きな人がいるの」と断られた彼は、どうしても彼女を「まもり」たくなった。
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 39.2%, Bullet Hell 35.7%, Shooter 15.9%, Action 7.3%, Indie 1.1%
- #21 DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO., LTD.
Windows
CAVE's arcade bullet hell shooter returns as DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite. New stages, a new character, new music, and other new elements set the stage for a new challenge.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.4%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shooter 12.3%, Old School 10.2%, Score Attack 8.7%
- #22 Bulletorium
83% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Trukhan Hryhorii
Windows
Bulletorium is a dynamic and fast top-down shooter with a lot of shootouts, base capture and management, AI controlling and various upgrades and boss fights.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 40%, Bullet Hell 37.5%, Action 20.2%, Indie 2.3%
- #23 Crucible
81% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
Dev: TriScalePub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.7%, Top-Down Shooter 29.9%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 6.7%, Score Attack 6.4%
- #24 弹幕大修仙 - 开篇
82% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: GCN
Windows
STG Become on Immortal - Opening Chapter is a bullet screen shooting game, which integrates China immortal elements into bullet screen shooting. Rich bullet screen types and rich bullet screen effects may give you a different experience.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.3%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, 2D Platformer 15.5%, Shooter 13.7%, Old School 8.1%
- #25 EpicRecovery
81% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: UtatoraDeveloper
Windows
A shooter game with endless fun of turning back and forth. The game system is simple, with a short stage lasting less than one minute, in which you aim for a high score until you run out of remaining airplanes.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.1%, 2D Platformer 20%, Shooter 19.6%, Action 12.1%, Score Attack 8.5%
- #26 Ayako's Mission
79% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Anamik Majumdar
Windows · Linux
Ayako's Mission is a 2D Top-Down Shoot'em Up game based on the story of the war breaking out between the two territories called, AY Corp and ATO Corp. where you must defend your territory against the invaders.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.6%, Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Old School 14.3%, Shooter 11.8%, Retro 8.1%
- #27 DELTAZEAL
80% matchMostly Positive76% of 80 reviews2015
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Triangle Service presents the essential arcade experience! Power up your ship, evade enemy fire, and blast your way to the final boss in DeltaZeal!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.5%, Bullet Hell 33.4%, Old School 7.5%, Retro 7.2%, Action 6.2%
- #28 StellarFighter: Galactica
78% matchNo user reviews2028
Dev: Hanoi Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Lead your starfighter as a bounty hunter, complete contracts and fight your way to free your home system from a criminal empire full of conspiracies and underworld secrets, in this hard boiled action old school arcade shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.6%, Top-Down Shooter 24.2%, Shooter 9.1%, Old School 9.1%, Score Attack 6.6%
- #29 Red Galaxy
78% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: CSZgames
Windows
This is a retro space shooting game, where you only fight against the strongest enemy. There are 15 unique bosses in the game, and players need to use different weapons and strategies to defeat them. Dedicated to you who are both challengers and retro game lovers.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.4%, Top-Down Shooter 30%, Shooter 15.7%, Old School 10.4%, Action 6.7%
- #30 Impulsive Force
79% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: BleatBleat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Top-down arcade game requiring awareness of the rotation of all controllable guns. The guns may help or hinder the progression of the puck to the target zone. Although one gun may be the player's primary focus consideration should be given to upcoming behaviour caused by items in their periphery.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.2%, Top-Down Shooter 25.6%, Shooter 16.1%, Old School 12%, Action 8.3%
- #31 Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire
77% matchVery Positive90% of 59 reviews2020
Dev: AlfaSystem Co.,Ltd.Pub: Chorus Worldwide Games
Windows
Sparks flare around the man all five sisters wish to claim. Introducing the new vertical scrolling shooter game!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 47.6%, Top-Down Shooter 42.1%, Action 7.3%, Singleplayer 1.5%, Indie 1.5%
- #32 Battle AirForce
76% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
Windows · Mac · Linux
Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.1%, Top-Down Shooter 29.5%, Shooter 12.6%, Old School 8.1%, Score Attack 6.4%
- #33 Pixel Canyon
75% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: MAXDEMAGE.PL
Windows
Blast through an endless, procedurally generated river canyon in this retro-style arcade shooter. Manage your fuel, graze enemies for energy, and uncover the story of the "Sky Ghosts" squadron. In Pixel Canyon, the river never ends - but your fuel might.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.9%, Top-Down Shooter 33.4%, Shooter 14.6%, Score Attack 6.6%, Action 6.1%
- #34 Rust Onslaught
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: The British CombinePub: Eggxplosive Gaming
Windows
Rust Onslaught is a top-down shooter where you play as the robot R-75, as he takes out everything he sees. Humanity Is Dead, Robots Own The Earth, and you have become a danger.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.5%, Top-Down Shooter 32%, Shooter 18.5%, Action 12.1%, Indie 1.2%
- #35 CHEER SQUAD
77% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Chamber Software L.L.C.
Windows
Shoot for the stars and help Latte train in her quest to become the top cheerleader in the universe! Use your Pom-Pom Blasts to pummel the competition while dancing through a downpour of endlessly raining enemy bullets! Ready? Aim. Fire!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.2%, Top-Down Shooter 26.6%, Shooter 12.8%, Score Attack 7.8%, Surreal 6.1%
- #36 Orbital Peril
75% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
What happens to you when your mobility is completely left to the wind? Use only two keys to control your weapon direction in a 360 degree orbit while danger envelops you! In this realm, you will definitely die, but what kind of impression will you leave before you take your very last breath?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37%, Top-Down Shooter 33.1%, Old School 14.8%, Action 13%, Indie 1.3%
- #37 Magic Fairy Fun Blast
73% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2026
Dev: Wow Cool Games
Windows
Magic Fairy Fun Blast is a challenging and fast paced arcade style bullet hell arena wave based shooter. You are a fairy that just wants to have fun but your version of fun is different than the rest of the world.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.7%, Top-Down Shooter 27.1%, Shooter 12%, Surreal 9.3%, Old School 8%
- #38 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
74% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: G-MODE
Windows
It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.2%, Top-Down Shooter 32.9%, Shooter 17%, Action 7.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #39 Duke vs The Gang
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: DGA StudiosPub: DGA
Windows
A Wild West bullet hell where you mix drinks into attacks, blast enemies from afar, and whip them up close. Dodge chaotic patterns, discover new combinations, and outplay unique bosses in fast-paced, precision-driven duels.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.9%, Top-Down Shooter 27.1%, Shooter 15.5%, 2.5D 13.1%, Action 10.4%
- #40 Endline
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Miniced
Windows · Linux
Endline is a 2.5D psychedelic bullet hell experience, combining rhythm and bright colours.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.4%, Top-Down Shooter 28.2%, Shooter 12.9%, 2.5D 12.3%, Action 5.8%
- #41 Resurrection Core
73% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: ramen_keitto
Windows
Resurrection Core is vertically scrolling Bullet Hell Shoot ´Em Up game. It honors the arcade classics but also adds modern touch and unique game-play mechanics to the genre. Master the unique weapon systems and resurrect enemy cores to become the ultimate fighting machine!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.3%, Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Shooter 15.5%, 2.5D 11.4%, Action 10.1%
- #42 VCTR
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Enter Grip
Windows
Shoot. Dash. Collect. Upgrade. VCTR is a kinetic arcade shooter where two simple actions create countless strategies. Read the field. Choose when to act. And turn the chaotic battlefield into a dance of high-risk, high-reward play.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.5%, Top-Down Shooter 30.1%, Shooter 12.9%, Old School 6.4%, Action 6%
- #43 Psyvariar 3
70% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Banana BytesPub: Red Art Games
Windows
Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.4%, Top-Down Shooter 29.1%, Shooter 13.4%, 2.5D 12.4%, Action 6.2%
- #44 Touhou Renkyouto ~ Subterranean Festival of Love and Jealousy
71% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: ArzvetPub: Team Minty Cabbages
Windows
Touhou Renkyouto is a top-down bullet hell title starring the green-eyed Parsee Mizuhashi. Adventure from the Underworld to the surface and back again to solve an incident involving stray spirits causing chaos, and maybe help Parsee realize her love along the way.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.8%, Top-Down Shooter 25.4%, Shooter 13.7%, Old School 13%, Retro 6.9%
- #45 Project AionIX
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AionBlaze Studio
Windows
A fast-paced roguelike space shooter where every credit counts. Fight through dangerous sectors, upgrade your ship mid-battle, and convert your earnings into permanent power. Because when you die, you keep what matters.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32%, Bullet Hell 29.7%, Shooter 15.2%, Old School 12.8%, Action 4.7%
- #46 Glow Storm
72% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Ludus Phaedra
Windows · Linux
Wield a powerful shield in this neon-lit 2D bullet hell where timing is everything. Destroy enemies with strategic shield activations and harvest their sparks as allies. Master the balance between offense and defense in vibrant arenas, then challenge yourself in Hard Mode for the ultimate test.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.3%, Top-Down Shooter 35.6%, Shooter 15.1%, Action 6.5%, Indie 1.1%
- #47 Hare Trigger
70% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Bemmy Games
Windows
Play as a bunny with a gun in this fast-paced side-scrolling shooter. Your job? To destroy as many helicopters as you can.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.3%, 2D Platformer 24.6%, Shooter 18.3%, Old School 13%, Action 8.1%
- #48 AREA WARS™
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: RexoPub: STUDIO.D0DO
Windows
AREA WARS™ is a fast-paced 2D omnidirectional shooter where you battle enemies from every direction in a constantly changing enclosed area. Defeated enemies trigger chain explosions that engulf nearby foes and boost your score multiplier. Built for short, repeatable runs with score-focused gameplay.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.1%, Top-Down Shooter 34.1%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 6.5%, Retro 3.6%
- #49 Kill the Demon Lord
68% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Nowaki
Windows
Instead of waiting at the end of your adventure, the Demon Lord decided to fight you right at the very beginning. Not very sporting of her... Pretty sure she broke a few rules. She can’t keep this up forever. Kill the anomaly.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43%, Top-Down Shooter 36.4%, Action 7.3%, Female Protagonist 5.2%, Story Rich 3.6%
- #50 X-Force Genesis
71% matchMixed69% of 32 reviews2021
Dev: Cube Games
Windows
This game that brings back all the charm of shmup games from the 80s/90s. X-Force Genesis is a frantic and chaotic space shooter created from big and beautiful graphics with insane boss battles. Embark on epic battles and stop enemies from establishing a military base in orbit around X-planet
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Bullet Hell 23.3%, 2D Platformer 13.6%, Shooter 13%, 2.5D 11%
- #51 Zenvader
67% matchPositive97% of 29 reviews2025
Dev: RyiSnow
Windows
Zenvader is a super retro shooter mixed with roguelite elements. Dodge the barrage of bullets, improve your unit, and try to defeat the Alien King!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Old School 17.3%, Shooter 12.2%, Retro 10.7%
- #52 KON-PON SHMUP -Shapeshifter Showdown-
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: TANU SOFT
Windows
Vertical scrolling bullet-hell 2D shooting game! Dodge and defeat the diverse magical attacks unleashed by the charming fox girl! All 4 stages + EX planned.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 38.5%, Bullet Hell 32.2%, Shooter 13.2%, Action 7.1%, Score Attack 4.1%
- #53 Space Waves
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Space Waves is a procedurally generated 2D arcade style shooter with multiple collectable power ups and varying enemy types. This game will casually draw you in and then increase the pace and difficulty as you progress through the never ending levels.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.3%, Top-Down Shooter 26.6%, Shooter 15%, Old School 13.7%, Action 7.1%
- #54 Stellar Nemesis
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Perun Games Studio
Windows
A high-definition arcade shooter blending old-school action with modern polish. Battle across the Solar System, upgrade your weapons, and unlock tougher challenges in Nemesis Mode - all set to a hypnotic, retro-electro soundtrack.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.7%, Old School 27.2%, Shooter 15%, Retro 13.9%, Action 9.5%
- #55 秦こころ弾幕連
69% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: 夢幻泡影リョウショウカカン
Windows
面霊気の戯れ
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39%, Shooter 21.5%, Surreal 13%, Score Attack 10.1%, Action 9.9%
- #56 东方栖霞园 ~ Blue devil in the Belvedere.
67% matchVery Positive93% of 382 reviews2021
Dev: 东方祈华梦制作组
Windows
Mysterious red eyes popped up in forest, the shrine was raided by unknown vermin, ominous black magic diffused everywhere, while the scarlet devil had been awaiting for opportunity... Is it an magic outbreak, or a conspiracy? Now, set out on a journey to the truth and unravel the enigmas!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.1%, Top-Down Shooter 29.8%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 10.2%, Story Rich 3.3%
- #57 Castle of Shikigami 3
66% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Cosmo MachiaPub: Cosmo Machia Inc.
Windows
・A culmination of character shooting games set in a unique worldview! ・A wide variety of newly added playable characters and attack methods, as well as a 2P scenario that is different from 1P play. ・Features a high-tension MAX system that will satisfy your insatiable passion for shooting games!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.2%, Top-Down Shooter 33.8%, Action 11.5%, Retro 8.3%, Score Attack 7.3%
- #58 Shrine Raider
67% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: SVPub: Team Roufen
Windows
Help Regina recover an important relic that was stolen from her shrine, while saving her sister and stopping a secret organization from creating the ultimate weapon in this unique danmaku adventure!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.8%, Top-Down Shooter 31%, Shooter 14.1%, Action 8.2%, Female Protagonist 4.1%
- #59 argmax Loop
65% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: Siriculo Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
die listening to techno bangers.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.5%, Top-Down Shooter 29.2%, Shooter 10.1%, Surreal 7.5%, Old School 5.5%
- #60 Orchid Glitter
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.7%, Top-Down Shooter 31.7%, Score Attack 9.3%, Shooter 8.9%, Retro 6%