Games Like Manalia Notes -A memory of innocence-

That magical girl has abandoned her costume and become a stick!!! This is an STG where the spinning stick is your ship. It can turn and attack in all directions! The strongest! But because it's a stick, you have to work hard to avoid bullets and walls! Defective!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 38.8%, Shooter 25.3%, Female Protagonist 13%, Cute 7.8%, 2D 6.8%

A psychedelic shmup for casuals and cave dwellers.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34%, Magic 20.8%, Shooter 13.3%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Cute 8.2%

A Roguelite action shooter where you dodge bullets, attack enemies, and power up with skills and items. While the map stays the same, different skill combos and item drops change your strategy each time. Keep challenging and master your own style!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 37.5%, Shooter 23.4%, Magic 20.1%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Action 2.7%

The first game in the TCSTRIKERS series. The simple controls make it fun for everyone.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 37.6%, Shooter 22.8%, Anime 13.6%, Cute 11.3%, 2D 7%

A 90s anime inspired, wave based, 2D run and gun side scroller, where you are a magical girl on the side of light. Load out your arsenal of spells to free the legion of spirits corrupted by the legion of shadow.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 36.4%, Shooter 22.6%, Magic 12.2%, Cute 9.4%, Female Protagonist 7.5%

The Monster Queen has invaded town and captured your friends! Pick your stage, explore, fight monsters, save your friends, and play as them in this top-down shooter inspired by classic handheld gaming!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 38%, Shooter 18.5%, Female Protagonist 12.7%, Anime 9%, Cute 7.7%

Take on six stages of vertical shooting mayhem full of looney pixel art characters and locales. Gamers who are tired of bullet hell and Compile-like shooters can finally rejoice.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 45%, Shooter 27.5%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, 2D 8.3%, Action 4.8%

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: Top-Down Shooter 36.9%, Shooter 19.9%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Cute 10.2%, Anime 8.7%

You destroy the runaway electronic organ AISZ. Vertical scroll STG with all 5 levels.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 50.1%, Shooter 30.7%, 2D 9.5%, Action 5.4%, Indie 3%

Simple vertical scrolling shooter with a bear as the main character, 5 stages in total

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 39.1%, Shooter 31.9%, Cute 14.6%, 2D 9.9%, Indie 2.3%

A Touhou-inspired bullet hell shooting game where you play as magic-using anthropomorphic characters. Explore Lunamara, a land full of magical creatures and youkai, and discover why the moon's rotation around Earth has been halted.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.7%, Shooter 19.2%, Female Protagonist 14%, Cute 10.3%, Anime 10.2%

Water Festa is a top-down shooter inspired by Thailand's Songkran water festival. You play as a mermaid girl, balancing wetness to remain human, dodge water to avoid becoming too wet, but seek it when dry. Expect a casual bullet hell experience as people continuously shower you.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.9%, Shooter 22.1%, Anime 18.3%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Cute 9.8%

The game is set in a world where humanity is thrown into chaos due to an invasion by creatures from another realm. As a magical girl, Mo Yin Ling Ling takes on commissions through her own establishment, the "Bunny Girl Bar," and resolves various supernatural disturbances across different locations.

Why similar: Magic 24.5%, Shooter 23.9%, Female Protagonist 22.6%, Anime 22%, Indie 3.4%

A sci-fi top-down shooter game. 2D top-downYou shooting game. You get kidnapped by alien from far away and infested by their blood, which makes you able to use their weapon. You have to get out there before they catch you and do some weird thing with your body

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 52.6%, Shooter 31.3%, 2D 9.4%, Action 5.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%

The Prism Warriors return for another helping of retro-styled bullet hell action. Face off against the sinister Twilight Four, and fight to save more than just your friends...

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.9%, Shooter 20.4%, Anime 13.8%, Magic 12.5%, Female Protagonist 9.5%

Bot Crusher Arena is an open top-down shooter where the player takes on the role of a cyborg participating in an arena elimination with other cyborgs. The task is to survive in the arena and defeat all enemies. Don't let the enemies hit you.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 57.9%, Shooter 27.8%, 2D 8.6%, Indie 2.5%, Action 2.3%

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: Top-Down Shooter 30.9%, Shooter 17.8%, Anime 13.4%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Cute 9.9%

Main Action - 3d top-down shooter with pixel graphics, not a long game with magic and monsters. In this game you will save the world and the villagers from evil. You are a magical creature who alone must cope with evil.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 58%, Shooter 28.1%, Magic 6.5%, Indie 3.5%, Action 3.2%

CS2D is a free fast-paced top-down multiplayer shooter. Featuring many different game modes, a built-in map editor and much more.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 40.5%, Shooter 36.6%, 2D 16.3%, Action 2.9%, Indie 1.9%

There are 5 pilots in training, each with unique characteristics. It is the day of the final level and everyone wil l face a test to see who will be able to accept the next challenge, a true galactic mission. Be you one of the selecteds!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 51.5%, Shooter 32%, 2D 10%, Action 6.5%

Articrow is a 2D top-down action roguelike. Play as a magical crow exploring dungeons, collecting and upgrading artifacts with unique parts. Equip these powerful artifacts and defeat challenging enemies to escape.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 43.7%, Shooter 19.7%, Magic 17.7%, 2D 9.8%, Action 2.9%

Enchanter is a roguelike dungeon crawler blending bullet hell combat with sandbox survival elements. Explore mysterious fragmented realms where you'll mine ores, unlock treasure chests, gather resources, cook meals, trade with merchants, enchant gear, and battle magical creatures.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.7%, Shooter 22%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Magic 10.2%, Cute 9.8%

Pop-Cute Shooting game‼︎

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 56.5%, Shooter 27.9%, 2D 9.2%, Action 3.2%, Indie 2.4%

Nastya, she is 18 years old. Every day she draws images of the monsters that come to her and describes them. And every night, Nastya has a dream where she fights her monsters. And with each dream, you have to get out of the dream.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 58.2%, Shooter 26.3%, 2D 8.6%, Action 3.4%, Indie 2.6%

A modern revival of classic top-down 2D stealth-action. Infiltrate a covert military base, procure weapons and equipment on-site, evade detection, and destroy the weapon known as SHADOW MANTIS.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 58.2%, Shooter 28.5%, 2D 8.6%, Action 3.9%, Singleplayer 0.9%

3 SECONDS REMAINING is a simple top-down shooter made by tiny.ROM,

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 56.5%, Shooter 27.7%, 2D 9.1%, Action 3.3%, Indie 2.5%

This is the biggest news title of 2025. A cute bullet-hell shooter is now available. The game features cool and futuristic visuals and active gameplay.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.5%, Shooter 27.1%, Cute 10.3%, Female Protagonist 8%, 2D 6.5%

"CannonBall" is a casual shooting game that trains the nerve reflex ability. Operate the mouse to rotate the turret, shoot bullets to hit the ball, and pass the level within a limited number of times!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 52.4%, Shooter 32.1%, 2D 9.6%, Casual 4.7%, Singleplayer 1.1%

L30-P4RD is Sci-Fi Top-down shooter. You explore planets as a member of the L30-P4RD, a special force that pioneered planets for civilization.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 56%, Shooter 35.6%, Action 6.5%, Singleplayer 1.8%

"Nightmare Diver" is a roguelite shooting game where a rubber duck dives into the world of nightmares to save a young girl from her bad dreams, defeating enemies along the way.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 48.6%, Shooter 29.7%, Cute 13.9%, Action 4.3%, Indie 2.5%

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: Top-Down Shooter 35.9%, Shooter 19.9%, Anime 13.4%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Cute 8.1%

"Survivor: Unknown Village" is a shooting game where you blast through oncoming hordes of zombies. Collect power-up panels to increase your soldier count and lead your squad to victory!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 51.8%, Shooter 31.8%, Action 5.7%, Story Rich 5%, Indie 2.9%

A shoot em' up with a manga inspired look. Destroy enemies, and use their salvage to gain more power.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.3%, Anime 22.5%, Shooter 14.7%, Cute 14.7%, 2D 9.2%

You are a single ship outnumbered and outgunned by the enemy fleet. The one advantage you have is a powerful magnet that is capable of capturing the enemy bullets and firing them back at the enemy!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 56.9%, Shooter 28.2%, 2D 9.3%, Action 3.3%, Indie 1.5%

The world is facing a disease of unknown origin, resulting in a large number of humans going missing or mutating into monsters that only know killing and eating. The survivors have formed various resistance and self-defense organizations to fight against these monsters in order to survive.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.2%, Shooter 23.3%, Female Protagonist 20.1%, Anime 19.8%, Indie 3.4%

Blow enemies away with magic bullets and smash them into walls to defeat them! A fixed-perspective top-down 2D action game!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 35.9%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Cute 17.4%, Anime 10.8%, Magic 7.7%

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: Top-Down Shooter 44.5%, Shooter 21.4%, Anime 11.5%, Cute 11.4%, 2D 6.5%

PROJECT: FIRMAMENT is a top-down horde shooter where you blast through missions using a unique aiming system that puts quick-minded positioning, map knowledge, and loadout planning as the main contributors to your success.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 43.8%, Shooter 26.7%, Magic 15.9%, 2D 8.1%, Action 4.8%

A fast-paced, casual, strip shooter that can be played with just the mouse. Destroy the clothes of anime-inspired SUKEBE girls to find the hidden SUKEBE Orbs!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.8%, Shooter 26.1%, Anime 18.8%, Cute 11.2%, 2D 6.2%

I just think that top down shooters are neat. It's a pretty zen time. A podcast game.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 39.4%, Shooter 26%, Cute 10.9%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Action 4.7%

Dodge waves of bullets in cover shooter + shmup-inspired combat, as you strike back with powerful attacks of your own! Use clever cover spots to gain an advantage over your enemies, find treasures to make yourself stronger, and avoid taking damage to raise your score!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 47.5%, Shooter 29.9%, Magic 8.9%, 2D 5%, Story Rich 3.4%

"Let's defeat the demon lord together!" A thrilling action-adventure of destruction!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 36.5%, Shooter 24%, Anime 13.9%, Cute 11.2%, 2D 6.9%

Take on the role of a security guard in this fast-paced 2D action-strategy game. Outsmart intruders using CCTV, weapons, and clever tactics to defend your building!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 50.6%, Shooter 30.9%, 2D 9.3%, Action 5.4%, Indie 2.7%

Spearhead is the story of agents who join secret organizations in a chaotic world surrounded by infectious diseases. Experience the story of six agents joining.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 55.4%, Shooter 24.3%, 2D 9.7%, Casual 3.1%, Indie 3%

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 46.6%, Shooter 31%, 2D 8.6%, Action 5%, Indie 4.2%

Destruction is a game that destroys enemies up to 25 stages. A variety of powerful enemies will attack you. Don't let your guard down and use three modes and a variety of skills to destroy your enemies.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 50.7%, Shooter 26.3%, 2D 9.3%, Indie 8.4%, Action 5.3%

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: Top-Down Shooter 36.5%, Cute 15.5%, Female Protagonist 13.5%, Anime 13%, 2D 6.8%

錬金術師の女の子「無法ちゃん」と、彼女の錬金術を邪魔する「神獣」。襲ってくる神獣を、音楽のリズムにノリながら撃退する、新感覚「リズム防衛シューティングゲーム」！周囲6方向から襲ってくる神獣を、3方向に撃てる魔法を使って撃退しましょう！ただし、操作はリズムに合わせて！音楽のリズムにノリながら、ノリノリで操作してみましょう！どこから神獣が来るかを見張る「防衛」の忙しさと、音楽のリズムにノる「リズム」の気持ちよさ、それらが合わさり、最高の体験を生み出す新感覚リズムゲーム！

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.2%, Shooter 17.8%, Magic 14.1%, Anime 13.1%, Female Protagonist 12%

Necromancer's army is gathering! But he can't afford Necronomicon Prime so his army can only use free medieval equipment set... We believe that one battle sister can solve them well. Go Forth, Sister Para, Blast your enemy in this survivor-like shooter game!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.8%, Shooter 17.2%, Magic 14.3%, Anime 13.2%, Female Protagonist 12.8%

Zombies left, right and center!! Will the maids be able to bring peace back to Akiba?! A shooting game aimed at restoring peace to Akiba by controlling gun-slinging maids and defeating zombies.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 40.9%, Shooter 20.4%, Anime 13.7%, Cute 10.6%, 2D 6.8%

This is an FPS where you fight fire monsters with water guns! Take on the Burning King as Mio, the cheerful sea goddess.

Why similar: Shooter 28.3%, Anime 26.1%, Female Protagonist 23.4%, Cute 18.1%, Action 2.5%

Destroy the floor panel with the blast that defeated the enemy and rescue the captive girl! After destroying 75% of the panels, move on to the next stage.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 39.5%, Shooter 20.7%, Cute 14.5%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Anime 5.9%

《不充钱还想过关的坦克大战？》是一款2D俯视射击游戏，拥有众多升级与强化方案供玩家探索，同时也还原了厂商如何榨干玩家钱包的方法。

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 51.3%, Shooter 30.6%, 2D 9.4%, Casual 4.5%, Indie 2.8%

A 2D top-down arena shooter. A freely scrolling shooter. Pixel graphics reminiscent of the SNES. Easy to control with the directional pad, two shot buttons, and a bomb button. Make full use of your two shots to smash through enemies.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 39.7%, Shooter 21.8%, Female Protagonist 14.6%, Anime 13%, 2D 6.6%

Simple yet fun top-down blaster with power-ups

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 51.4%, Shooter 31.6%, 2D 9.4%, Casual 3.4%, Indie 3%

A mysterious scent has caused everyone's hair to grow haywire...

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.4%, Shooter 19.8%, Anime 14.5%, Magic 12.9%, Cute 10.6%

This is a top-down 2D shooter focused on fast movement and responsive combat. Take on enemy hordes and switch between a variety of weapons to survive. The game draws on classic inspirations, offering a focused experience. Tight action, simple controls, and shaped over two years of development.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 57.2%, Shooter 28.4%, 2D 9.4%, Action 4%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Help Aru save Christmas in this humoristic, action-packed shooter set in the universe of QP Shooting - Dangerous!!

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.7%, Shooter 17.9%, Anime 17.1%, Female Protagonist 13.9%, Cute 12.4%

It's a boring game with no story, no levels, no nerve-racking effects, and no sound effects. Prices are for development funds only, please read the instructions before ordering.

Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 54.9%, Shooter 28.6%, 2D 9.7%, Indie 3.2%, Casual 2.2%