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  1. #1 Nyan-Nyan Punch!
    97% matchPositive100% of 43 reviews2023
    Dev: NomaryPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    냥냥펀치(Nyan-Nyan Punch!)는 귀여운 동물귀 소녀들이 공중에서 1대 1 싸움을 벌이는 액션 게임입니다. 언뜻 보면 슈팅 게임처럼 보이지만 펀치를 날려 시원한 근접 공격으로 싸워야 합니다!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Side Scroller 23.1%, Cats 12.8%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 9.7%

  2. #2 Jezebel: Givin' Love a Shot
    96% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Voodoo Games
    Windows

    An old-school horizontal shoot 'em up, heavily inspired by the arcade classics of the 90's!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 9.9%, Cats 9.3%

  3. #3 Victory Saber 2D
    96% 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 33.3%, Mechs 27.4%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Shooter 15.5%, Action 5.9%

  4. #4 Just A Gun
    95% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Hesoyam
    Windows

    Just A Gun is an incremental point-and-click shooter where you evolve a single weapon through a massive upgrade tree.

    Why similar: Gun Customization 31.3%, Mechs 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Shooter 7.8%, Arcade 5.7%

  5. #5 Kanamono
    94% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Karai
    Windows

    Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".

    Why similar: Side Scroller 33.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Shooter 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%, Action 5.8%

  6. #6 Spacewing War
    94% matchPositive92% of 12 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 29.9%, Side Scroller 29.9%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

  7. #7 Habroxia 2
    93% matchVery Positive92% of 62 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 29.6%, Side Scroller 22.7%, Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 7.5%

  8. #8 Space Force Squadron
    92% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
    Dev: heyjeff
    Windows

    Space Force Squadron is a horizontal 2d shmup. Choose between 4 pilots with different spaceships and different attributes. Buy upgrades for ships using points earned in battles. This is arcade style game, meaning there is no possibility to save.

    Why similar: Gun Customization 30.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Arcade 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%

  9. #9 ARMED SEVEN
    91% matchVery Positive91% of 80 reviews2015
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    The year is 1989. 12 years have passed since the Gogoh Army’s invasion of Earth. Exposure to alien technology during the war enabled Earth’s own technologies to take massive leaps forward. International conflict that was previously rife in the history of mankind fell to an all-time low, and the Earth Federation was established as a...

    Why similar: Mechs 28.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Side Scroller 20%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 6.4%

  10. #10 GUN DOG ROCK RAPID
    91% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
    Dev: leimonyaPub: leimonya
    Windows

    Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Side Scroller 25%, Shooter 15.8%, Arcade 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.4%

  11. #11 Attack of the Mechadonk - The ultimate donkey
    90% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2020
    Dev: Mechadonk Media
    Windows

    Old school side scrolling shoot'em up. Blast through exciting different locations. Defeating waves of defenders until the final boss battle. Attack of the Mechadonk is a indie game developed for fun and learning for the creator.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Side Scroller 21.1%, Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 13.4%, Action 7.6%

  12. #12 R-Type Final 2
    89% matchMostly Positive75% of 820 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 36.6%, Side Scroller 28.9%, Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 13%, Action 5.3%

  13. #13 VARYZNEX
    88% matchPositive98% of 49 reviews2025
    Dev: zakichi
    Windows

    classical horizontal scroll 2D Shmup

    Why similar: Mechs 26.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Side Scroller 20.5%, Shooter 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.1%

  14. #14 R-TYPE DX: Music Encore
    86% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2026
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    Bydo Missions in Your Pocket — Beyond Dimensions, the Melody of Two “R”s.

    Why similar: Mechs 29.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 6.9%

  15. #15 Deathroids
    87% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2020
    Dev: Silver Cat Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Remember the golden age of arcades playing a game with all the classic 80's/90's space-shooting features. See how far you can go by destroying all enemy robots that are ready to planet earth attack.

    Why similar: Mechs 32.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 10.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

  16. #16 Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade
    86% 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 27.3%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 13.9%, Action 8%

  17. #17 Escape Space
    85% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2024
    Dev: ShidyGames
    Windows

    Escape Space is a classic arcade space shooter with RPG mechanics. Fight for various factions against swarms of enemies or bosses and improve your standings, level up your rank, unlock new gear and weapons, and upgrade your spaceship.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Gun Customization 20.8%, Side Scroller 15%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 10.2%

  18. #18 Aqua Kitty - Milk Mine Defender
    84% matchVery Positive86% of 480 reviews2014
    Dev: TIKIPOD
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Aqua Kitty is a fast paced retro styled submarine arcade shooter with optional 2 player local Co-op.Blast through hordes of mechanical sea monsters in your kitty sub and defend the deep sea milk mining kittens!THE MILK MUST FLOW!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.8%, Cats 17.6%, Side Scroller 9.3%, Arcade 8.6%, Shooter 6.3%

  19. #19 Stellar Raid
    84% 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: Side Scroller 34.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Arcade 13.2%, Shooter 8.1%, 2D 5.3%

  20. #20 GeminiArms
    83% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2019
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    GeminiArms is a side scrolling 2D shoot'em up.

    Why similar: Mechs 36.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Shooter 13.1%, Side Scroller 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%

  21. #21 Planetstar Warrior
    82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
    Dev: Todd FrantzPub: Hardbyte LLC
    Windows

    Planetstar Warrior is a horizontal scroll-space shooter with numerous powerups and a gradually increasing level of difficulty. Defeat all enemies on each level to progress.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 28.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 9.7%, Action 4.1%

  22. #22 THE LAST HUMAN IS A BIKER
    81% matchVery Positive88% of 57 reviews2023
    Dev: FLOWERFIELD Games
    Windows · Mac

    THE LAST HUMAN IS A BIKER (TLH) is a few hours of pure entertainment. In this 2D shooter you play as John, the last human, and unleash his fury in his quest of vengeance! With unlimited item synergies, make the choices that will allow you to survive against countless swarms of aliens!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Side Scroller 23.2%, Gun Customization 23.1%, Arcade 8.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%

  23. #23 Slayer Cat
    80% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: Ducktail Games
    Windows

    Slayer Cat is a classic action shooter game that combines hand-drawn drawings with classic gameplay. Inspired by games like Contra, Doom, and Cuphead. Play as The Slayer Cat as you traverse strange places on an enemy planet, and discover and discover the mysteries of this place!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Cats 16.7%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 12.5%

  24. #24 RePulse-X
    81% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Stefan Amelung
    Windows · Linux

    Defend Earth against alien asteroid attacks in this arcade roguelite retro shooter and experience the evolution of the genre in a gripping visual and auditory adventure.

    Why similar: Gun Customization 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Side Scroller 20.4%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 8.6%

  25. #25 Space Elite Force II
    79% 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: Gun Customization 22%, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Side Scroller 19.4%, Arcade 9%, Shooter 7.7%

  26. #26 tz mini stg collection
    78% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: Tamazusa
    Windows

    This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Shooter 16.3%, Arcade 14.9%, Action 8.1%

  27. #27 Astro Fighters 2178
    82% 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 29.3%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Shooter 15.7%, Arcade 14.3%, Action 7.7%

  28. #28 Veggie Menace
    78% 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 27.8%, Side Scroller 25.7%, Shooter 14%, Arcade 11.6%, Cute 8%

  29. #29 AQUA KITTY UDX
    77% matchVery Positive83% of 71 reviews2023
    Dev: TIKIPOD
    Windows

    AQUA KITTY UDX blasts onto PC in this enhanced Ultra Deluxe Edition including the epic Dreadnought game mode!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Cats 21.1%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Arcade 12.5%, Cute 6.5%

  30. #30 JAGD LANZER
    79% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2019
    Dev: leimonya
    Windows

    Destroy the legions of machinists! An easy to control mechanic 2D action game that attacks automatically when an enemy is in range. Customize your mecha to suit your needs. The key to success is to manage energy while standing around.

    Why similar: Mechs 31.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Shooter 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%

  31. #31 Rendering Ranger™: R² [Rewind]
    76% matchPositive86% of 28 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 32.7%, Side Scroller 26.2%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%

  32. #32 Soda Crisis
    75% matchVery Positive93% of 3,200 reviews2022
    Dev: Team SodaPub: bilibili
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    Soda Crisis is a fast-paced side-scrolling shooter game. You play a mysterious character of unknown origin, equipped with advanced high-tech gears and fierce combating skills - definitely the chosen one for this rescue mission!

    Why similar: Side Scroller 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Gun Customization 22.2%, Shooter 11.8%, Action 3.7%

  33. #33 Star Tank
    77% 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 23.6%, Side Scroller 22%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%

  34. #34 Terra Bomber
    76% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2020
    Dev: DM MediaPub: Funbox Media Ltd
    Windows

    Terra Bomber is presented as a two dimensional sideways scroller based upon the classic arcade shooters of the 1980s.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.2%, Side Scroller 27.2%, Shooter 16.5%, Casual 5.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%

  35. #35 Deadswitch Combat
    71% matchVery Positive85% of 447 reviews2025
    Dev: Wilkin Games
    Windows

    DEADSWITCH COMBAT is a fast-paced 2D multiplayer shooter. Experience action-packed combat with hundreds of weapons, vehicle combat, and plenty of team-based game modes.

    Why similar: Gun Customization 30.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Shooter 13.7%, Combat 5%

  36. #36 Coal Road
    73% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
    Dev: BUstation
    Windows

    This is a horizontal shooter game. The story takes place in a city infected by "coal", where most people have become coal zombies. When the government learned of the great changes in the city, it sent two elite soldiers to investigate the situation.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Side Scroller 23.4%, Shooter 16.7%, Arcade 12.5%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%

  37. #37 Origami Flight
    74% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2019
    Dev: Whalesoft Entertainment
    Windows · Linux

    Origami Flight is a sidescrolling 2D shoot' em up where you control a paper airplane with a simple but challenging mission: to save the Origami World. Now you must beat 6 different stages with tons of enemies in order to save the Tsuru from the evil Origami Fox.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.8%, Side Scroller 27.9%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 8.9%, Colorful 5.9%

  38. #38 BARK
    73% matchPositive84% of 49 reviews2021
    Dev: Tic Toc Games
    Windows

    Help a heroic team of pets in mechs take back Earth in this exciting Saturday Morning Cartoon inspired shoot em’ up for both new and hardcore players.

    Why similar: Mechs 23.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Cats 11.5%, Shooter 9.5%

  39. #39 Blue Rider
    73% matchVery Positive87% of 102 reviews2016
    Dev: Ravegan
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    In a valley flooded with bullets, your next challenge rises from a heap of scraps. This time there aren't blue hedgehogs or mega men to save you. Hop in and become the Blue Rider!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Mechs 30.9%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 12.2%, Action 8.4%

  40. #40 GIGANTIC ARMY
    74% matchMostly Positive75% of 367 reviews2014
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Side-scrolling mech-shooting bad-assery is BACK!GIGANTIC ARMY is a heartfelt homage to 16-bit era mech shooters such as Cybernator / Assault Suits Valken, Metal Warriors, and Front Mission: Gun Hazard, developed by the studio behind the acclaimed shooter SATAZIUS.

    Why similar: Mechs 34.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Side Scroller 17.7%, Arcade 8.7%, Shooter 7.5%

  41. #41 Supercharged Robot VULKAISER
    72% matchVery Positive94% of 326 reviews2015
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    70s giant robot anime-inspired side-scrolling shooting from the creators of SATAZIUS and GIGANTIC ARMY!

    Why similar: Mechs 44.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 38.2%, Shooter 8.7%, Action 6.4%, 2D 2.2%

  42. #42 Shadow and darkness
    75% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Soomka Games
    Windows

    You are a explorer of new planets. As it turned out, other planets are inhabited by shadows that are very hostile. Your task is to survive several waves to win.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Side Scroller 26.4%, Shooter 17.9%, Cute 8.9%, Action 8.1%

  43. #43 Twinkle Hunter
    70% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2024
    Dev: Silver Cat
    Windows

    Twinkle Hunter is a 2D action game focused on boss battles. Become a hunter whose teddy bear was stolen by the great villain 'Twinkle Thieves', and experience journey to retrieve the teddy bear. Can you hunt the thieves who attack you in various ways and rescue the teddy bear 'Mari'?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Side Scroller 30.5%, Shooter 14.8%, Cute 8.3%, 2D 5%

  44. #44 Strania - The Stella Machina -
    72% matchVery Positive90% of 58 reviews2015
    Dev: G.rev Ltd.
    Windows

    Japanese boutique game studio G.rev makes its long-awaited debut on Steam with Strania!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.4%, Mechs 38.9%, Action 8.4%, Arcade 8.3%

  45. #45 Iron Meat
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,069 reviews2024
    Dev: Ivan Valeryevich SuvorovPub: Retroware
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Iron Meat is a run-and-gun arcade shooter that immerses players in an apocalyptic future overrun by "The Meat," an iron-ravenous mass mutating everything in its path. Blast your way through retro-inspired stages and bosses to uncover the shocking horrors behind secret experiments on the Moon.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Gun Customization 22.5%, Side Scroller 21%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 9.2%

  46. #46 Gates of Zendocon
    70% 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 30.1%, Side Scroller 28.3%, Shooter 14%, Arcade 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

  47. #47 ZANGEKI WARP
    71% matchMostly Positive79% of 48 reviews2017
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Take control of the hyperdimensional fighter craft ‘ZanFighter’ and use its advanced warp functions to defeat an army of space beasts controlled by an evil scientist!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Mechs 29.4%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%

  48. #48 GUN&DUN
    70% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2021
    Dev: Dev Kid
    Windows

    You play as a gun in order to shoot down lots of enemies in order to increase your high score. Enemies of different difficulties and colors...and even a boss fight. Pick up power-ups and don't die to beat your high score and unlock new colors to customize your gun.

    Why similar: Gun Customization 30.9%, Shooter 16.6%, Arcade 14.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Action 8%

  49. #49 Forest Fury
    71% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: CouraGGe ent.
    Windows

    Get ready for adventures, gather allies, and uncover the secrets of Forest Fury! Your forest is waiting for you to cleanse it of dark forces and restore its former beauty.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 36.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.5%, Shooter 15.4%, 2D 5.3%, Action 3.1%

  50. #50 Habroxia
    67% 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 29.3%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Shooter 16%, Arcade 13.8%, Action 7.2%

  51. #51 COTTOn Boomerang - Saturn Tribute
    68% matchMixed63% of 19 reviews2022
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    COTTOn Boomerang, the explosive and timeless witch girl shooting game, is finally back! There are team battles this time! Take full advantage of all the amplified action and push forward!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Side Scroller 23.9%, Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 12.7%, Cute 8.4%

  52. #52 Thunder Tiger
    69% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Incredibly Moot Studio
    Windows

    Thunder Tiger is a fast-paced side-scrolling shoot ’em up, blending 1980s arcade style with futuristic flair. Blast enemies, grab power-ups, and chase high scores in intense 2D stages. Classic retro vibe meets modern gameplay!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Side Scroller 27.6%, Arcade 12.5%, Shooter 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%

  53. #53 Antibody
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: PunchButton Studios
    Windows

    Blast your way through waves of viroid enemies in Antibody, a Defender-style shoot ‘em up set on a living planet. Move through Sanguon’s insides as you fight to contain a viral outbreak. You are the cure.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Gun Customization 22.8%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Arcade 12%, Shooter 4.9%

  54. #54 Space Piercer
    66% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: Objectif 3D
    Windows

    make your way into their fleets to destroy them on their own field !

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.7%, Mechs 31.1%, Shooter 17.8%, Action 8.1%, Colorful 6.3%

  55. #55 AIRANBLADE
    65% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2024
    Dev: ANIMABOX
    Windows

    AIRANBLADE is a 3D vertical progression action game, like the classic shoot 'em up games. Fight against squadrons of enemy aircrafts and gigantic bosses. Enjoy beautiful special effects and lots of explosions and lasers coming from every corner.

    Why similar: Mechs 30.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Gun Customization 22.8%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 9.6%

  56. #56 Herodes
    66% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: TecnoloGilsPub: QUByte Interactive
    Windows

    Pilot a miniaturized ship and save humanity from the inside out! Herodes is a fast-paced action SHMUP where you enter the human body to hunt a deadly virus. Destroy organic defenses and survive visceral bosses in this tribute to genre classics.

    Why similar: Side Scroller 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%

  57. #57 Rym 9000
    68% matchMostly Positive71% of 143 reviews2018
    Dev: Sonoshee
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 18 minMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    Rym 9000 is a hyperkinetic shooter inspired by Akira, Neon Genesis Evangelion, and Guxt. A treasure-hunting journey to the Moon developed by Sonoshee and composed by Roex. A unique high-octane experience conceived to stimulate your senses and make your eyes and ears bleed!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40%, Mechs 31%, Shooter 12%, Action 7.6%, 2D 4.9%

  58. #58 UfoPilot : The Phadt Menace - Steam Edition
    67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: nornware AB
    Windows

    A sci-fi retro side-scrolling shoot-em-up / rescue game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 11.2%, Cute 6.8%

  59. #59 AlphaBlue
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dream Stories
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Cross the universe, shoot aliens, upgrade your weapons and face powerful bosses with AB in this retro inspired lateral shoot 'em up to save the world. Adventure into Campaign Mode or face the never-ending waves of Endless Mode with suitable challenges for all skill levels.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Gun Customization 18.5%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Arcade 9.7%, Shooter 9.7%

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