- #1 Wurmus
97% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: shiftBacktick
Windows · Linux
Join a snake-like game of tag. Chase and dodge, collect power-ups, and manage chaos to become the longest worm on the playground.
Why similar: Score Attack 27.3%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 16% ★, Arcade 14.1%, Top-Down 5.4%
- #2 Endless Bullet Heaven
96% matchPositive95% of 39 reviews2022
Dev: Dracoraz
Windows
In this endless bullet avoidance game, you join the fallen angel named Brace in her fight to reach the heavens in which she once resided!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.7%, Score Attack 32.2%, Arcade 15.3%, Action 7.3%, Colorful 3.3%
- #3 Flipping Beat
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Atzi_ Games
Windows
Flipping Beat is an intense rhythm game where you blow up the beats of adrenaline-pumping music as they fly towards you, surrounded by an abstract world.
Why similar: Rhythm 28.3%, Score Attack 17.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 13.2% ★, Arcade 12.7%, Action 8%
- #4 Bunny Beats
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio Tapioca
Windows
Bunny Beats is a listening first rhythm learning game with procedurally generated rhythms. Each bunny swings its mochi hammer with a distinct rhythm; master the rhythms on the fly to make the best mochi for the moon goddess!
Why similar: Rhythm 25.1%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 22.4% ★, Score Attack 19.8%, Arcade 11.9%, Procedural Generation 5.7%
- #5 Bass Harrier
94% match9 user reviews90% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Blanime! Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Bass Harrier is a rhythm-fueled shoot 'em up. This world is powered by the Riddim of the music—enemy spawns, environments, and even the lights shift dynamically to the stage's soundtrack. No need for prior experience—just follow the beat, dodge threats, and fire away!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.5%, Rhythm 22.2%, Score Attack 20.1%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 19.8% ★, Arcade 9.6%
- #6 Concentration Required
93% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2025
Dev: Esteban Dequin
Windows · Mac · Linux
Concentration Required is a tough bullet hell made to challenge your focus and reaction time. The game has 6 unique retro-themed music tracks with 5 levels plus a tutorial and endless mode.
Why similar: Rhythm 32.2%, Bullet Hell 27.7%, Score Attack 18.4%, Action 10%, Colorful 6%
- #7 CounterBlocks
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Acerola Software
Windows · Mac
CounterBlocks is an arcade-like rebellious block-breaking game that combines simple block-breaking and non-simple counter bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.8%, Score Attack 27.4%, Arcade 21.1%, Action 12.7%, 2D 4.6%
- #8 Dodge 2
92% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Bisso
Windows
Bullet hell with the mouse.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.8%, Score Attack 20.6%, Arcade 19.2%, Action 11.3%, Colorful 8.3%
- #9 Worldest D izzy Game
91% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Games
Windows
This game will be dizzy among all the games you have experienced. We have characters that each one has his or her own ability. We have creative and a lot of stages that you can enjoy. We have infinity mode that stimulates the desire for challenge.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36%, Score Attack 24.2%, Arcade 20.5%, Colorful 8.8%, 2D 4.3%
- #10 Mystologia: The Witch & The Noisy Forest
90% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: T.K Game Team
Windows
Survive waves of relentless bullets and defeat your enemies. Can you resolve this incident in peace and find the colleague you’ve been searching for?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.1%, Score Attack 28.6%, Arcade 21.8%, Fantasy 6.1%, 2D 4.5%
- #11 Paddle Combat
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Marcin Priachin
Windows
Paddle Combat is a fast paced arcade game where you control paddle which has to avoid enemies while bouncing disk at them. Play through 60 variety levels against multiple distinct enemy types.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.6%, Score Attack 26.4%, Arcade 20.3%, Action 12%, 2D 4.3%
- #12 Astro Attack
89% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Blocky Pixel
Windows
A single-stick arcade shoot 'em up inspired by the golden years of retro gaming. Blast to the synthwave beat to combine powerups and destroy waves of invaders. Complete missions, compete on leaderboards, discover secrets, and unlock over 80 unique ships from every era of gaming.
Why similar: Score Attack 33.1%, Bullet Hell 24.8%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Arcade 12.1%, Rhythm 7.3%
- #13 Timo's Adventures
89% matchPositive100% of 22 reviews2021
Dev: Les Joueurs Français
Windows · Mac
Timo's Adventures is a nervous and demanding 2D musical runner. You will have to be sharp. Especially to avoid the traps of Divinity. 3 rows, 3 lives, it sounds simple, it is not. A dive into a hand-drawn universe. We dance there, we die there ... Come and make a highscore in music!
Why similar: Rhythm 26.8%, Score Attack 25.9%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 10.2% ★, Arcade 8.6%
- #14 The Bullet Hell
87% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: SplatHero
Windows
A true bullet-hell game. Dodge an onslaught of bullets as a variety of ships while surviving until the boss is whittled down enough. Fight the 24 main bosses in a linear order or play special game modes.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.4%, Score Attack 32.2%, Arcade 16.7%, Top-Down 6.8%, Action 5.8%
- #15 Kromaticube
88% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: GameDevStories
Windows
KROMATICUBE is a minimalist arcade game where you have to avoid obstacles and listenning to chiptune musics. Just keep alive for at least 60 seconds to complete a level. Easy right ? Maybe not.
Why similar: Rhythm 21.7%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 17% ★, Score Attack 13.7%, Arcade 10.4%
- #16 Caravane
86% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BloodyHand
Windows
Drive your wacky caravan truck through a procedurally generated Tour de France road. Dodge obstacles, outrun the peloton, and spread joy by blasting goodies to the cheering crowd!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.7%, Score Attack 24.3%, Arcade 15.4%, Action 10.1%, Procedural Generation 5.8%
- #17 Keytamine
85% matchPositive83% of 42 reviews2025
Dev: Nabokov
Windows
Keytamine is a challenging yet satisfying action game where you auto-click unique keycap enemies in a fast-paced, rhythmic battle! Looking for a brain challenge? This game is for you!
Why similar: Rhythm 23.1%, Score Attack 23%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Arcade 8.4%, Action 6.8%
- #18 Smashometry
84% matchNo user reviews91% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Ealga Labs
Windows
Smashometry is a single-player arcade game where you must react to constantly changing in-game instructions to smash the correct shape and score points.
Why similar: Score Attack 32.4%, Rhythm 26.3%, Arcade 13.5%, Side Scroller 10.6%, Colorful 6.5%
- #19 Tempo Trigger
86% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Corn Entertainment, LLC
Windows · Linux
Tempo Trigger is a rhythm and aiming skill game. Players can compete in the leaderboard or create something truly memorable with stream chat.
Why similar: Score Attack 25.4%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 25.3% ★, Rhythm 24.9%, Arcade 11.1%, Colorful 5.7%
- #20 Pan Beats
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: pan
Windows
Cute simple rhythm game! All you have to do is press the falling notes in time with the rhythm! The game can be enjoyed by both sound game beginners and those who are familiar with sound games, with familiar songs and three different difficulty levels. Please try to play this game!
Why similar: Rhythm 39.3%, Score Attack 25.1%, Action 8.9%, Colorful 7.5%, Arcade 6.8%
- #21 Bullet Beat: Musical Shoot'em up
83% matchMostly Positive74% of 35 reviews2019
Dev: TERNOX
Windows
Bullet Beat is a shoot'em up, where everything at the levels is in tune with the music, even shooting. You can also upload your track and enjoy the experimental generated levels! Keep the combo to get stronger!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.1%, Rhythm 22.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 19.7% ★, Arcade 9.2%, Action 6.3%
- #22 Cx6
82% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: White Box Dev
Windows · Linux
Cx6 is an arcade-style bullet-hell game about deflecting off walls and manipulating gravity to avoid being struck by an endless wave of bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.9%, Score Attack 26.7%, Arcade 17.5%, Action 10%, Indie 2.1%
- #23 ASCII-RIFT
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: End of Line Club
Windows · Linux
The music is the enemy. Dodge hazards generated directly from the soundtrack in fast, reactive arcade runs. Master precision and score in Chart Mode or survive escalating procedural loops in Rift Mode.
Why similar: Rhythm 29.5%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 24% ★, Score Attack 23.1%, Arcade 12.9%, Action 6%
- #24 Particle Storm
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Kevin Lopez
Windows
Particle Storm is challenging 2D run n gun blending bullet hell and shmup mechanics with striking pixel art, nonstop action, and an energetic soundtrack.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.1%, Score Attack 24.8%, Arcade 18.4%, Side Scroller 16%, Action 5.8%
- #25 Ritum Bitum
81% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Askar Lutfrakhmanov
Windows
Ritum Bitum is a 2-in-1 concept: it is a rhythm game and keyboard simulator. The speed, color and position of the letters are determined by your music. Enjoy music while learning keyboard techniques.
Why similar: Rhythm 33.7%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 29.6% ★, Score Attack 18.3%, Arcade 10.4%, Colorful 5%
- #26 Endless Is Near
80% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Pachi-Soft
Windows
How deep can you dive into an abyss that is Endless?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41%, Score Attack 35.2%, Arcade 10.8%, Action 7.6%, 2D 4.3%
- #27 ThumBeat: Button Basher Edition
79% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Sprytosaur Games
Windows
ThumBeat: Button Basher Edition is a short-form, button-bashing rhythm game for busy people!
Why similar: Rhythm 40.7%, Score Attack 21.2%, Arcade 17.2%, Action 8.2%, Colorful 6.2%
- #28 Thunder Chase
79% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2018
Dev: Gigafun Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Thunder Chase pits you against never ending missiles. Protected by a time slowing Armor and with various Boosts, survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Score Attack 34.9%, Bullet Hell 30.1%, Arcade 17.3%, Action 10.9%, Indie 6.9%
- #29 Orbital
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Classy Games
Windows
An outer space, endless survival, arcade game where you become a planetary pilot to prolong the inevitable grasp of a super massive blackhole, witnessing the collapse of the solar system.
Why similar: Score Attack 26.6%, Rhythm 23.1%, Arcade 13.3%, Top-Down 6.4%, Colorful 6.2%
- #30 Void Gore
77% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Void Gore casts you as an ace pilot descending through the levels of hell and getting rich in the process.
Why similar: Score Attack 38.6%, Bullet Hell 38.1%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 7.1%, Indie 2%
- #31 Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition
78% matchVery Positive81% of 402 reviews2015
Dev: Entity MedialabPub: Plug In Digital
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 16%
Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition is a hardcore, uncompromising vertical scrolling bullet hell/invader hell shooter (shmup) that doubles as a techno-based lightsynth, triggering bursts of funky invaders at the pulse of a relentless beat.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.9%, Rhythm 20.7%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 17.7% ★, Arcade 12.1%, Action 8.5%
- #32 icobeat
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Anton Dapoka
Windows
"icobeat" is a rhythm-game where the main character is a pyramid on a disco ball, whose difficult task is to survive until the end of the next track in the club. Dodge the sliding platforms, score combos and earn points
Why similar: Rhythm 24.1%, Score Attack 23.8%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 17.1% ★, Arcade 11.1%, Side Scroller 7.7%
- #33 Circular Fever
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Excelior Games
Windows
A Classic 4-Key Rhythm Game - Easy to Learn, Hard to Master
Why similar: Rhythm 45%, Arcade 20.4%, Score Attack 18.2%, Relaxing 7.7%, Indie 4.4%
- #34 Little Turrets
75% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Grand Reduction
Windows
Build turret defenses to survive, gradually expanding your territory to escape to the next level. Don't get too comfortable though, the levels go on forever. Do they get old eventually? Probably. But you'll keep coming back for more.
Why similar: Rhythm 27.1%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Arcade 13.6%, Colorful 5.9%, Action 5.4%
- #35 ALPHA CENTAURI SPACE FORCE
76% 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: Score Attack 32%, Bullet Hell 30.9%, Side Scroller 16%, Arcade 15.7%, Indie 2.7%
- #36 Blink Atomic Music
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: JinCycle
Windows
This is a game where you dodge bullet patterns generated from music using movement and Blink (short warp). Each song lasts about 2 minutes, and there are 9 songs in total.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.7%, Rhythm 33.2%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 24.9% ★, 2D 3.7%, Indie 1.9%
- #37 AIVX PUSH
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AIVX
Windows
AIVX PUSH is a mind-bending new arcade puzzle game from acclaimed designer AIVX, where the pieces move with the music! Lock in, zone out, and build up your combo as you master both timing and strategy.
Why similar: Score Attack 26.5%, Rhythm 21%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 17.8% ★, Arcade 13.5%, Atmospheric 6.5%
- #38 秦こころ弾幕連
75% 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 36.2%, Score Attack 27.2%, Arcade 20.2%, Action 9.1%, 2D 4.1%
- #39 CuDo
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FabiClawZ
Windows
CuDo is a 2D arcade game about collecting as many points as you can while dodging enemies coming at you from all sides. There are several powerups to collect to make your life easier (or harder). The more points you get the faster the enemies are coming at you!
Why similar: Score Attack 44.8%, Arcade 31.6%, Colorful 12.5%, 2D 6.6%, Indie 3.4%
- #40 8ave.-Octave-
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: wata*
Windows
『8ave.-Octave-』 is an 8-keyboard music game featuring a piano motif. To focus solely on playing the keys, no special operations like flicks or slides are required. The sheet music consists only of notes and long notes, allowing you to easily enjoy the feel of playing piano on a keyboard.
Why similar: Rhythm 37.5%, Score Attack 19.9%, Arcade 16.2%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Action 6.5%
- #41 Splatterpus
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Henry's House
Windows
We made this entirely deterministic highscore arcade game and then added a virtual pet to it and if you feed the pet enough pancakes it explodes like the bunny in Wreck It Ralph and I just think that's a funny joke but I guess it's up to you to decide but honestly I think it's a pretty decent game.
Why similar: Score Attack 26%, Rhythm 23.1%, Bullet Hell 23%, Arcade 12.5%, Top-Down 6.1%
- #42 Gravity Box
72% matchPositive88% of 24 reviews2022
Dev: Sour Lemon Studios
Windows
Gravity Box is a retro-styled score attack game that requires the player to frantically swap gravity in order to avoid hazards. Grab the gems, unlock cool costumes, and see how long you can last!
Why similar: Score Attack 45.3%, Bullet Hell 29.9%, Arcade 12.1%, Action 7%, Colorful 5.3%
- #43 BLASTER MAYHEM
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stormduck
Windows
Weave and cleave your way through walls of bullet and push your score to unknown limits in this aggressive Shoot'em'up to save humanity from its own hubris
Why similar: Score Attack 33.6%, Bullet Hell 33.5%, Arcade 16.5%, Action 6.8%, Top-Down 4.7%
- #44 Warcat Parade
71% 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%, Score Attack 33%, Arcade 13.8%, Action 6.9%, Top-Down 4.8%
- #45 In a Barrel
71% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: PPewP
Windows
In a Barrel is a hellish game about desperately trying to survive as a fish in an unfair world that only wants you dead. As you play and die, you will be able to upgrade your fish for a better chance of survival. If you're fast and lucky enough, you may just reach freedom.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 46.4%, Arcade 26.6%, Action 16.5%, 2D 5.4%, Indie 3.5%
- #46 UCISMA
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: GORIGORILLA
Windows
UCISMA is a top-down rhythm action game where players move in sync with the beat. One day, Music vanished from the music-powered planet Ucisma. Now you, as the Supreme Elder, embark on a journey to reclaim Music. Move dynamically to each stage’s rhythm and purify Ucisma!
Why similar: Rhythm 35.8%, Score Attack 18.6%, Music-Based Procedural Generation 17.5% ★, Side Scroller 10.6%, Action 8%
- #47 #Snake2 DX: Reawakening
71% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Ultimate Walrus
Windows
Explosive, balls-to-the-wall bullet hell shooter with novel shooting mechanics (and surreal comedy)
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.3%, Score Attack 23.7%, Arcade 17%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Action 8%
- #48 Count to Ten: Infinity
69% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: FalseHope Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
In this arcade-style game, chasing higher scores becomes an addictively fast-paced quest for precision. Count to Ten challenges you to tap numbered shapes in sequence, ramping up the challenge with every success. Pure, quickfire fun!
Why similar: Score Attack 53.5%, Arcade 21.2%, Relaxing 6.9%, Colorful 5.9%, 2D 4.8%
- #49 Kelp Keeper
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pink House Games
Windows
Take on a vital role in the ecosystem in this action-packed bullet hell. Control a charming sea otter and protect the kelp forest from an endless onslaught of devious sea critters. Skillfully dodge attacks, grab your prey, and eat them all at the surface for a huge satisfying snack.
Why similar: Score Attack 33%, Bullet Hell 31.8%, Arcade 15.9%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Indie 2.7%
- #50 Run, Vivian Run
68% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: Imochan games
Windows · Mac
Vivian starts running to change her fate――― A simple and rhythmic 2D side-scrolling action game. Match the correct actions to the music as you race through a collapsing fantasy world. Currently, only Stage 1 is available in this early access version.
Why similar: Rhythm 33.9%, Score Attack 26.5%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Action 9.1%, Stylized 3.7%
- #51 Super Hyperspace Avenger
70% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: NedoStudio
Windows
Super Hyperspace Avenger is an endless scroller-shooter inspired by classic arcade games with tons of bullets and enemies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.5%, Rhythm 32.5%, Arcade 15.5%, Atmospheric 4.7%, Action 3.7%
- #52 Beat Da Beat
69% matchVery Positive93% of 484 reviews2016
Dev: 2 playersPub: Nekki Limited
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Hurrican-like Bullet Hell. Avoid the rain of bullets to the rhythms of "dubstep". Help the hero to defeat the aliens and to take revenge on the interstellar aggressor!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.7%, Rhythm 30.6%, Arcade 15.9%, Indie 9.7%
- #53 Laser Hell
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: VixenPub: Medieval Vixens
Windows
A fast-paced and minimalist game where you aim to live as long as you can, to climb higher on the leaderboard.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.1%, Arcade 24.1%, Action 14.6%, Top-Down 10.2%, 2D 5%
- #54 SEISO
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Solrygane
Windows
SEISO is a high-octane bullet hell designed for pure adrenaline. Face relentless waves of enemies, master your reflexes, and climb the global leaderboards in this minimalist, neon-soaked action experience.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 51.5%, Arcade 20.2%, Action 17%, 2D 6.1%, Indie 3.5%
- #55 KaBoom!
68% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: Merlinus Productions
Windows
Pew Pew Pew, KaBOOM! is a challenging old school arcade game filled with action! Unlock new costumes and enjoy the awesome Chiptune OST as you reach new highscores!
Why similar: Rhythm 28.5%, Bullet Hell 26%, Arcade 14.3%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Colorful 6.1%
- #56 ORION SHOOTER - オリオンシューター
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: BOM LLC
Windows
Orion Shooter is an easy-to-play side-scrolling shooter game created with the desire to "liven up our hometown, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture!" We hope you enjoy the local feel that permeates the game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 47%, Score Attack 35.6%, Action 11.2%, Indie 5.3%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #57 Breath of Digital God
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Digital God Games
Windows
Become a digital god in a fast-paced rhythm bullet hell. Freeze time, reverse reality, and survive waves of chaotic energy synced to music. Master your abilities and reach the highest level of reality.
Why similar: Rhythm 28.4%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Arcade 15%, Score Attack 13.2%, Action 9.2%
- #58 Arsenal
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: 0_stamina
Windows
A small survivors-like about a space girl fighting aliens on the moon.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 51.6%, Arcade 24.8%, Action 17.1%, 2D 4.9%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #59 Revasion
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Invisible Game Design
Windows · Mac
Revasion is a minimalistic action arcade game with an energetic soundtrack. A challenging colorful bullet hell survival experience. A hybrid gameplay experience inspired by bullet hell and breakout classics.
Why similar: Rhythm 32.6%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Arcade 18.8%, Action 11.5%, Colorful 6.3%