- #1 NanoApostle
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,303 reviews2024
Dev: 18Light Game Ltd.Pub: PQube
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 67%
NanoApostle is a dark sci-fi boss rush action game featuring intense reaction-based combat and the unique "Destruction Point" system. Play as Anita, a child augmented with lethal nanomachines, as she battles against twisted cybernetic experiments to escape a top-secret facility.
Why similar: Souls-like 31.1%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Anime 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 7.5%, Action 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A boss-rush focused action game that matches the intense, high-difficulty bullet-hell combat found in Last Command.
- #2 Rabi-Ribi
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,274 reviews2016
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 63.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.8%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Anime 13.7%, Difficult 13%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines metroidvania exploration with heavy bullet-hell combat and a distinct anime aesthetic.
- #3 One Step From Eden
96% matchVery Positive93% of 7,663 reviews2020
Dev: Thomas Moon KangPub: Balor Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Build a powerful deck, cast spells on the fly, battle evolving enemies, find game-changing artifacts, make friends or make enemies, just make it to Eden.
Why similar: Difficult 20.4%, Action Roguelike 19.5%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Anime 11.2%, Female Protagonist 11%
Why You'll Like It: Features grid-based movement and complex bullet-hell patterns that require precise positioning similar to Last Command.
- #4 TEVI
95% matchVery Positive89% of 4,070 reviews2023
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 10.9 hrsMean: 21.3 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.2%, Anime 14.7%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Action-Adventure 11%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced metroidvania that features deep combat systems and intricate bullet-hell boss encounters.
- #5 The Void Rains Upon Her Heart
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 2,012 reviews2018
Dev: Veyeral GamesPub: The Hidden Levels
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 21.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Help her heart battle tough bosses in this Boss Rush, Bullet-hell with rogue-like elements. Fight through several randomly chosen boss battles leading up to a final battle. Each defeated monster will give her random gifts that power up her heart. Don't let her heart break!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.3%, Action Roguelike 26%, Difficult 11.3%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Cute 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: A boss-rush action-roguelike that emphasizes emotional storytelling and challenging bullet-hell patterns.
- #6 Graze Counter GM
94% matchVery Positive97% of 206 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: Bullet Hell 19.4%, Difficult 12.6%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Anime 10.7%, Arcade 8.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the 'grazing' mechanic, rewarding players for staying close to enemy fire just like in Last Command.
- #7 Touhou Luna Nights
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 15,000 reviews2019
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 44.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.4%, Difficult 20.4%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Anime 10.5%, Action-Adventure 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: A metroidvania that utilizes time-manipulation mechanics alongside classic bullet-hell dodging.
- #8 Homura Hime
92% matchVery Positive90% of 2,816 reviews2026
Dev: Crimson DuskPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Homura Hime is an anime-style 3D action game merging exhilarating thrills with the tension-filled gameplay of bullet hell. Players dodge hails of projectiles, unleash combos that blend close-quarters and ranged attacks, and utilize dodges and parries to withstand the fierce onslaught of demons.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29%, Female Protagonist 19.5%, Anime 17.3%, Cute 10.3%, Story Rich 8%
Why You'll Like It: A spectacle-fighter that pits players against intense bullet-hell bosses with a strong anime visual style.
- #9 Furi
91% matchVery Positive90% of 14,080 reviews2016
Dev: The Game Bakers
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.8%, Difficult 28.6%, Sci-fi 14.7%, Story Rich 11.8%, Action 6%
Why You'll Like It: A pure boss-rush experience that demands high-level reflexes and mastery of bullet-hell dodging mechanics.
- #10 Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 9,218 reviews2024
Dev: GAMEPULSE 游戏脉冲
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.4%, Female Protagonist 15.1%, Anime 14.7%, Cute 9.1%, Story Rich 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling roguelite that blends bullet-hell mechanics with charming anime character designs.
- #11 CrossCode
91% matchVery Positive92% of 18,486 reviews2018
Dev: Radical Fish GamesPub: Deck13
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 43.0 hrs≥1hr: 88%
A retro-inspired 2D Action RPG set in the distant future. CrossCode combines 16-bit SNES-style graphics with butter-smooth physics, a fast-paced combat system, and engaging puzzle mechanics, served with a gripping sci-fi story.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 18.9%, Pixel Graphics 16.3%, Difficult 11.2%, RPG 10.3%, Anime 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: An action RPG with fast-paced combat and complex puzzle-solving that shares the vibrant pixel-art charm of the seed game.
- #12 Undertale
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 343,307 reviews2015
Dev: tobyfox
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 19.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
UNDERTALE! The RPG game where you don't have to destroy anyone.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.4%, Story Rich 20.2%, Pixel Graphics 18.2%, RPG 13.7%, Cute 9.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique turn-based combat system that shifts into real-time bullet-hell dodging during enemy turns.
- #13 BLUE REVOLVER
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 916 reviews2016
Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.8%, Anime 11.9%, Arcade 11.8%, Female Protagonist 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.1%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style bullet-hell shooter that emphasizes high-speed action and technical play.
- #14 SUGURI
89% matchVery Positive83% of 225 reviews2014
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Rockin' Android
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Experience the rush of battle with the fan acclaimed Bullet-Hell shooter "SUGURI". You're equipped with an automatic lock-on targeting system and a unique arsenal of hyper weapons, power shields, and more. Sure, she may look cute, but when it's time to fight, it's all business.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35%, Anime 24.4%, Female Protagonist 16.1%, Difficult 11.9%, Action 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic anime-style bullet-hell game that focuses on 1v1 boss duels and rapid-fire combat.
- #15 Parry Nightmare
87% matchVery Positive85% of 178 reviews2024
Dev: KAKUKAKU GAMESPub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
Team up with your "other self", Honno-chan, as you parry, pummel and pulse your way out of your darkest nightmare in this one-of-a-kind "parry heaven" action game!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.5%, Female Protagonist 13%, Cute 12.3%, Anime 10.8%, Story Rich 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A cute, indie bullet-hell game that prioritizes rhythmic dodging and story-rich progression.
- #16 Snezhinka:Sentinel Girls2
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,505 reviews2024
Dev: hinyari9
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A fast-paced shooter with simple controls. Enhance your character by purchasing cards and hold the line against waves of hostile mechs as an employee of a private military company.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.2%, Action Roguelike 18%, Anime 15.2%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Cute 10.1%
Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter that provides a similar cute, anime-aesthetic action-roguelike experience.
- #17 ZeroRanger
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,251 reviews2018
Dev: System Erasure
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.6%, Arcade 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%, Difficult 7.6%, Action 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A highly polished shoot-em-up that features creative bullet-hell patterns and a compelling, mysterious narrative.
- #18 W.A.N.D. Project
86% matchMostly Positive72% of 223 reviews2024
Dev: The Knights of UnityPub: Untold Tales
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 50%
Fast-paced, roguelike bullet hell with deep, unique spellcrafting. Create and use overpowered, game-shattering spells by combining a multitude of magical elements. Defend Tokyo from a monstrous invasion using magic, reflexes, and game-changing combos.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.1%, Action Roguelike 20.3%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Anime 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 6.6%
Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that leans heavily into bullet-hell mechanics and anime-inspired character progression.
- #19 Akane
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 2,909 reviews2018
Dev: Ludic Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
2121 A.D, with no escape options, Akane prepares for her final battle in the rain-soaked neon streets of Mega-Tokyo. Akane is an arena arcade slasher. Take out as many yakuza as possible, slashing and shooting in a one-hit-one-kill fight to the death.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 24.7%, Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Difficult 16.7%, Arcade 15.1%, Action 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane, single-screen arena slasher that captures the fast-paced, reflex-heavy nature of the seed game.
- #20 Katana ZERO
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 76,196 reviews2019
Dev: AskiisoftPub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.5 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Katana ZERO is a stylish neo-noir, action-platformer featuring breakneck action and instant-death combat. Slash, dash, and manipulate time to unravel your past in a beautifully brutal acrobatic display.
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 25.2%, Difficult 24.8%, Story Rich 18.7%, Action 10.2%, 2D 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers fast-paced, one-hit-kill action with a strong narrative focus and stylish presentation.
- #21 Danmaku Unlimited 3
84% matchVery Positive87% of 247 reviews2017
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 55.5%, Arcade 16.4%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Action 10%, Indie 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential bullet-hell experience that focuses on high-speed evasion and overwhelming patterns.
- #22 DELTARUNE
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 137,742 reviews2025
Dev: tobyfox
Windows · Mac
Median: 23.2 hrsMean: 29.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Dive into the parallel story to UNDERTALE! Fight or spare your way through action-packed battles as you explore a mysterious world alongside an endearing cast of new and familiar characters. Chapters 1-5 are available now, with more planned as free updates!
Why similar: Soundtrack 29.9% ★, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Story Rich 14%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, RPG 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Continues the tradition of bullet-hell combat integrated into an RPG framework with deep story elements.
- #23 Titan Souls
84% matchMostly Positive79% of 13,873 reviews2015
Dev: Acid NervePub: Devolver Digital
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Between our world and the world beyond lie the Titan Souls, the spiritual source of all living things. Scattered amongst the ruins and guarded by the idle titans charged with their care, a solitary hero armed with a single arrow is assembling shards of the Titan Soul in a quest for truth and power.
Why similar: Souls-like 48.7%, Difficult 24.9%, Pixel Graphics 13%, Action 3.5%, 2D 3.1%
Why You'll Like It: A minimalist boss-rush game that emphasizes precision and high-stakes combat where every hit matters.
- #24 Jet Lancer
82% matchVery Positive92% of 1,249 reviews2020
Dev: Code WakersPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Jet Lancer is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you duel enemy aviators, hunt giant robots, and defy death at supersonic speeds as you evolve from an unknown rookie aviator into a once-in-a-generation ACE pilot.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.4%, Difficult 17.6%, Female Protagonist 11%, Arcade 9.3%, Anime 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A high-speed aerial combat game that demands precise movement and intense dodging skills.
- #25 Afterimage
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 10,497 reviews2023
Dev: Aurogon ShanghaiPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 11.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.
Why similar: Souls-like 27.5%, Difficult 16.2%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Anime 12.8%, Action-Adventure 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A beautiful metroidvania with fluid combat and challenging boss fights that fit the anime aesthetic.
- #26 Metal Unit
80% matchVery Positive83% of 2,906 reviews2021
Dev: JellySnow StudioPub: NEOWIZ
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 22%, RPG 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Action Roguelike 11.5%, Anime 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: An action-platformer with roguelite elements and a female protagonist that emphasizes gear-based combat.
- #27 RefRain - prism memories -
81% matchVery Positive98% of 138 reviews2016
Dev: RebRankPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
RefRain - prism memories - is an empowering, cyberpunk, bullet-hell shoot-’em-up that focuses on fast-paced, offensive gameplay. “Dive” into a hazardous digital world, cycle through 3 different attack modes, and delete the opposition with superior firepower.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49%, Action 21.5%, Anime 16.5%, Indie 13.1%
Why You'll Like It: A visually striking bullet-hell shooter that offers deep mechanics and a great soundtrack.
- #28 Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
79% matchVery Positive93% of 11,963 reviews2016
Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.6%, Difficult 19%, Female Protagonist 14%, Anime 9.3%, Cute 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: A dark, anime-inspired action game with tight controls and challenging boss encounters.
- #29 Rubinite
75% matchVery Positive94% of 4,135 reviews2026
Dev: Cup Dog Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.4 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Rubinite is an extremely challenging boss rush action game. in a dark fairy tale world, use Ruby's crimson eyes to expose the weak points of the Bloodstained monsters, then strike and shatter them. Carve a road home through the ruined Scarlet Kingdom and face the Witch who took it all.
Why similar: Souls-like 30.4%, Difficult 20.4%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%, Combat 7.4%
- #30 Hyper Light Drifter
78% matchVery Positive93% of 19,210 reviews2016
Dev: Heart Machine
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Explore a beautiful, vast and ruined world riddled with dangers and lost technologies.
Why similar: Difficult 30.4%, Pixel Graphics 20.8%, Souls-like 20.1%, RPG 6.2%, Sci-fi 5.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features dash-heavy combat and high-difficulty boss fights that reward spatial awareness.
- #31 Yoiyami Dancers: Twilight Danmaku Dancers
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 677 reviews2022
Dev: tripper_roomPub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Dodge bullets to the rhythm and take down everything that moves! A rhythmical danmaku action game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.9%, Cute 17.8%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Action 11%, Difficult 9.3%
- #32 Touhou Endless Dream
77% matchVery Positive94% of 1,886 reviews2021
Dev: a10a010Pub: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A bullet hell roguelike game. Players can utilize characters with different abilities, collect and assemble powerful items. Dance through an unending barrage of bullets to save both yourself and Touhou Gensokyo from the darkness that is engulfing everything.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.2%, Anime 19.9%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Cute 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%
- #33 Hell Maiden
74% matchVery Positive91% of 1,999 reviews2026
Dev: AstralShift
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Traverse the depths of Hell and beat its toughest demons on your way to Heaven in this horde survival deck-building game inspired by Dante's Divine Comedy.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.1%, Bullet Hell 22.2%, Female Protagonist 16.3%, Anime 10.6%, Story Rich 8.8%
- #34 Graze Counter
78% matchVery Positive95% of 318 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: Bullet Hell 20.8%, Anime 11.8%, Difficult 11.5%, Female Protagonist 11.2%, Arcade 8.5%
- #35 BIRDCAGE
75% matchVery Positive97% of 228 reviews2025
Dev: POLYGON BIRD
Windows
Shoot, slash and weave through bullets and enemies in this story-driven arcade shooter. The RADON Daughters have launched their ultimate weapon. Take control of the experimental gunship HALCYON and break out of the CAGE.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.5%, Soundtrack 18.8% ★, Difficult 16.6%, Anime 9.1%, Arcade 8.5%
- #36 Touhou: Scarlet Curiosity
76% matchVery Positive92% of 1,332 reviews2018
Dev: Ankake SpaPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The world of Touhou comes alive in this beautiful action RPG (featuring “bullet hell” elements, of course!). Infamous vampire Remilia Scarlet and her dutiful maid, Sakuya, set off to chase rumors of a massive monster, all while sending baddies flying with fluid action and signature skills!
Why similar: Soundtrack 28.3% ★, Bullet Hell 19%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Anime 11%, Combat 8.2%
- #37 Neptunia Shooter
76% matchVery Positive88% of 746 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 69.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32%, Anime 14.8%, Female Protagonist 10.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Cute 9.7%
- #38 Marfusha:Sentinel Girls
74% matchVery Positive94% of 3,218 reviews2021
Dev: hinyari9
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 89%
A high-tempo shooting game with simple controls! Upgrade your character with cards and defend the gates from your enemies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.4%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Anime 15%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%
- #39 TOKOYO: The Tower of Perpetuity
73% matchVery Positive89% of 506 reviews2022
Dev: //commentoutPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 58%
You find yourself trapped in a mysterious tower – one that transforms its very structure every 24 hours, where you must surpass countless poor fallen souls and make your way to the heretofore unseen top!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.2%, Action Roguelike 17.5%, Difficult 16.6%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Arcade 8.5%
- #40 Hellsinker.
73% matchVery Positive90% of 279 reviews2019
Dev: Ruminant’s WhimperPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 55%
A legendary SHMUP influential to the best makers in the genre, Hellsinker is now available on steam in its most advanced form! Gameplay, story, graphics, and even music all united into one cohesive and highly dimensional Shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.5%, Difficult 14.4%, Anime 11.9%, Female Protagonist 10.8%, Arcade 10.5%
- #41 Replik Survivors
73% matchMostly Positive75% of 80 reviews2024
Dev: Deep Sea Cat
Windows
This game is a time survival game with role-playing and roguelite elements. Through the choice of upgrades in battle to make the character stronger and stronger, defeat the oncoming enemies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.2%, Action Roguelike 18.6%, Female Protagonist 13.8%, Anime 13.4%, Cute 9.5%
- #42 Maiden and Spell
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 974 reviews2020
Dev: mino_dev
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Maiden & Spell is a magical girl battle game, set in a cutesy fantasy world. Select from one of eight young ladies to battle 1 on 1 with a friend, or fight your way through a series of bosses and learn the secrets of The Kingdom of Stars.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.8%, Action 14%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Anime 10.4%, Cute 10.3%
- #43 DRAINUS
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,170 reviews2022
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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: Female Protagonist 24.5%, Bullet Hell 23.8%, Action 16.2%, 2D 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #44 Scar-Lead Salvation
71% matchMixed66% of 86 reviews2025
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Play as Willow, who awakens in a deserted military facility with no memory of how she got there, accompanied only by an AI in her ear and a swarm of deadly robots. Can you uncover the mystery of what happened in the facility, learn about Willow's past, and make your way out alive?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.1%, Action Roguelike 22.7%, Anime 12.4%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Action 8.5%
- #45 Parry Survivor
69% matchVery Positive96% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: Seal
Windows
Control an anime heroine in the Kun-Domain! Master Sekiro-style parries to deflect endless waves of Kuns, unleash cinematic executions, and upgrade your damage and weapons in this fast-paced action game.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 29.7%, Female Protagonist 24.5%, Anime 20.2%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Action 6.2%
- #46 DANMAKAI: Red Forbidden Fruit
72% matchVery Positive92% of 112 reviews2020
Dev: 森の中の猫の小屋
Windows
PowerUp and BusterAttack! Despite the beauty of the Danmaku aggressive playing leads to victory in this Makaism Danmaku shooter. The Danmaku Garden awaits you. There's even a cat!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.4%, Female Protagonist 16%, Arcade 12.6%, Anime 11.9%, Cute 10.2%
- #47 Railgunners
71% matchVery Positive92% of 62 reviews2023
Dev: Expresso Studios
Windows
Railgunners is a shooter built to highly customizable difficulty levels. Fight your way through hundreds of enemy ships, and help humanity fight back against the alien invasion!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23%, Difficult 16.3%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Arcade 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 9.6%
- #48 Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony
72% matchMixed66% of 345 reviews2022
Dev: Frontier AjaPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 93.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%
「Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony」 is an action side-scroller based on the world-famous 「Touhou Project」. The legendary 2009 title comes back with modern upgrades including HD remastered graphics and a number of bonus content, ready to give fans more convenient and pleasant gameplay experience.
Why similar: Soundtrack 35.6% ★, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Anime 10.1%, Female Protagonist 8.3%, Cute 6.7%
- #49 Seraph's Last Stand
68% matchVery Positive94% of 4,347 reviews2022
Dev: Sad Socket
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Create insane builds and break the game in all possible ways to get your name into the leaderboards! Every round you get stronger, but so does the enemies...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.7%, Action Roguelike 31.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.4%, 2D 7.9%, Arcade 4.6%
- #50 UBERMOSH:BLACK
70% matchVery Positive91% of 2,171 reviews2016
Dev: Walter Machado
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%
UBERMOSH:BLACK is the second volume of the arcade series UBERMOSH. Cut bullets with your sword, shoot with heavy guns and splatter enemies with a rage fueled psionic wave.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.8%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Difficult 12.7%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Arcade 10.5%
- #51 The Last Salvage Squad
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 532 reviews2026
Dev: Sunfish KumanoPub: Waku Waku Games
Windows
Battle enemy forces reminiscent of alien weapons from retro sci-fi works in this single-player 2.5D FPS.
Why similar: Anime 45.9%, Sci-fi 19.9%, Action 18%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #52 Danmaku Amanojaku ~ Impossible Spell Card.
70% matchVery Positive98% of 187 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
ルール無用の弾幕地獄週間! 華麗に、ずる賢く、卑怯な手でしのぎきれ!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.5%, Difficult 17.9%, Female Protagonist 17.8%, Action 8.6%, Indie 6.2%
- #53 Touhou Kanjuden ~ Legacy of Lunatic Kingdom.
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,634 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
月の都から敵が攻めてきた! その弾幕が過去最狂難易度を誇るのは当然だろう? ピュアーでルナティックなシューティング幻想!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.6%, Difficult 27.6%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Anime 6.1%, Cute 4.4%
- #54 Mirage Feathers
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,661 reviews2024
Dev: oyasumi Workshop
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 66%
「Maybe one day, I won't have to fight when I fly.」
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.7%, Anime 17.3%, Cute 16%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #55 WITCH-BOT MEGLILO
69% matchVery Positive93% of 123 reviews2016
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Stop time and project yourself through space with “Time-stop warp” magic, pass through physical obstacles, dodge incoming bullets and shoot down your enemies! A satisfying shooter, filled with dark humor!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.2%, Difficult 16%, Anime 13.2%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Arcade 9.4%
- #56 UBERMOSH
67% matchVery Positive92% of 9,156 reviews2015
Dev: Walter Machado
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
UBERMOSH is an arcade game about cutting bullets with a sword, in a gun-filled cyberpunk mosh pit.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.2%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Arcade 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 16%, Difficult 13.2%
- #57 Beat Souls
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 79 reviews2021
Dev: Zoo Corporation
Windows
Dive into the cyberpop world of Beat Souls! Dodge and dance your way to a high-score in this intense rhythm action game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.5%, Surreal 16.7%, Anime 14.4%, Female Protagonist 14.3%, Arcade 10.7%
- #58 Operation STEEL
68% matchVery Positive93% of 86 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: Soundtrack 22.6% ★, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Action Roguelike 18.6%, Difficult 14.3%, Arcade 10%
- #59 Valkyrie Squad: Siege Breakers
67% matchMixed70% of 89 reviews2025
Dev: Digital Crafter
Windows
"Valkyrie Squad: Siege Breakers" is an exhilarating top-down shooter survival game. The mission is to break through the enemy's fortified defenses and face extreme survival conditions. you will lead this brave squad, utilizing each member's unique skills and defeat powerful enemies!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.1%, Action Roguelike 20.3%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Arcade 10.2%, Combat 10.1%
- #60 TYPECAST
66% matchVery Positive91% of 197 reviews2023
Dev: Gutter Arcade
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
TYPECAST is a bullet hell where you type to shoot. Get swarmed by enemies, manage the chaos, and climb the leaderboards in this unique arcade experience.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.5%, Difficult 25.1%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Arcade 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%