- #1 Cosmo Strike: Complete Edition
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nikspeaks Pub: Nikspeaks
Windows
In the distant year of 2359, previously unknown alien forces have attacked Earth and its colonies. You are an agent on a special mission sent by the global senate to repel the attack and stop the alien forces.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, 1980s 10.6%, Shooter 9.1%, Arcade 8.6%
- #2 Astroblaster
96% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: David ArmstrongPub: Pizza Parlor Games
Windows
An arcade-style 2D top-down space shooter. Blow up space rocks and space pirates for as long as you can. You'll also need to maximize a delicately-balanced economy of resources. Keep trying to out-do yourself! Five boss ships will break in at various points to make life difficult.
Why similar: 1980s 20.5%, Space Sim 19.9% ★, Arcade 8.5%, Shooter 8.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 8%
- #3 Solo Defender
96% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: JokerHeadOG
Windows
Solo Defender is a fast-paced vertical space shooter where you battle waves of enemies, unlock upgrades with Gems, and face epic bosses—including a drone-spawning Mothership. One life, multiple planets, and a secret level await. No ads—just pure arcade action.
Why similar: Space Sim 25.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, 1980s 10.9%, Arcade 7.5%, Top-Down 7.2%
- #4 Operius DX
94% matchPositive90% of 29 reviews2025
Dev: Distant Illusions
Windows
Blast off into Operius DX, a high-speed arcade shooter where you navigate twisting polygonal tunnels, battle waves of enemies, and confront formidable bosses in an endless amount of procedurally-generated levels. How far can you get?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, 1980s 12.2%, Aliens 11.9%, Shooter 8.2%, Futuristic 7.5%
- #5 While you are Downloading
95% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2018
Dev: Alien Nude LTD
Windows
A quick and action paced retro styled arcade shooter, or shoot 'em up (shmup) if you like. Perfect to play in short chunks, like when you are waiting for big games to download.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, 1980s 13.7%, Arcade 8.5%, Old School 7.9%, Shooter 7.9%
- #6 Gratuitous Space Shooty Game
94% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Positech Games
Windows
Gratuitous Shooty Game is a hobby space shooter made by the developer of Gratuitous Space Battles, reusing the art from that game :D.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Aliens 10.3%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 8%
- #7 Where is Earth?
93% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Jovano Software
Windows
Where is Earth is a top-down vehicular combat game. Traverse planets, evading threats and obstacles, in search of your crew. Gather resources to assemble upgrades, landing vehicles, space craft, weaponry and support modules to aid you in your fight against an unknown enemy.
Why similar: Space Sim 23.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Old School 8.5%, Aliens 8%, Space 7.4%
- #8 Neon Invaders
91% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Neon Invaders will take you back to your gaming roots with its constant action and relentlessly brutal enemies. Absorb enemy shots of the same colour to trigger a flurry of fire to decimate the alien invaders. Dodge and Match your way to victory through 40 levels and 5 difficulty settings.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, 1980s 12%, Aliens 11%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 8.7%
- #9 Galactic Trooper Armada
92% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Pix Arts
Windows · Mac
All Times Classic Defender Game Revisited in 3D Version
Why similar: Space Sim 30.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Arcade 10.4%, Aliens 10.1%, Space 9.4%
- #10 GalaxIverse
91% matchMostly Positive73% of 59 reviews2016
Dev: Sub Orbital Software
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
GalaxIverse is a top down fast paced vertical blastathon, Battle Fleets and formations of aliens with the occasional boss thrown in for good luck.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Shooter 11%, 1980s 9.6%, Arcade 8%
- #11 Nemesis Galaxy at War
90% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Systemfinity Studios Ltd
Windows
An endless sci-fi asteroid shooter where each level gets harder. Battle enemies, collect upgrades, and survive infinite waves of intense space combat!
Why similar: Space Sim 29.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Shooter 10.8%, Aliens 7.5%, Top-Down 7.1%
- #12 2nd Shot
89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Chad BarrettPub: Chaotic Entertainment, LLC
Windows · Mac
In the vast depths of space, lies a man with a dark past. Setting himself apart from that old life, and seeking justice against wrongdoing instead of being the cause of it, Captain Righteous uses the Freedom Fighter, his trusty space fighter to search for and combat the evil Captain Buster!
Why similar: 1980s 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.6%, Old School 9.9%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9%
- #13 Meteoroids 3D
89% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Titan Deep Space Company
Windows
Meteoroids 3D is a simple action game set in space, which wants to pay tribute to a great game of the eighties: Asteroids. Meteoroids 3D does not pretend to be better, or try to emulate the greatness of Asteroids. We just want to bring a funny and addictive game to the players.
Why similar: 1980s 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Old School 10.8%, Arcade 8.4%, Shooter 8.3%
- #14 Apano SYN Fighter
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ASIN Games
Windows
Is there a gamepad lying around somewhere?!! Ready to play some real shooter games again? Grab the controller and become an APANO SYN PILOT to face the alien invasion. Connect up to four controllers and shoot until you drop. 100% survival chance on "Easy", low on "Impossible".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, 1980s 13.4%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 10.3%, Space 9.1%
- #15 Invaders from the Lost Sectors
87% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: The Lost Sectors
Windows
Invaders from the Lost Sectors is classic arcade action. Aliens descend with increasing speed towards your base. Shoot them all before they land. Player controlled settings like guided missiles, rate of fire, enemy speed and more help you customize exactly the game experience that you want.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 11%, 1980s 10.3%, Aliens 8.3%
- #16 Invaders from the Third Dimension
86% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Nile River Software LLC
Windows
A retro space shooter with a twist - now you can rotate your ship and aim diagonally at enemies, adding a whole new dimension to the shoot 'em up genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Aliens 14.2%, 1980s 12.8%, Space 9.6%, Arcade 8.4%
- #17 Space Out
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Vizabee Games LLC
Windows
Space Out blends elements from Breakout, pinball, and a space shooter to provide a unique, fast-paced, and challenging arcade experience.
Why similar: Space Sim 32.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Aliens 13.9%, Shooter 12%, Action 7.5%
- #18 Asteroidc
84% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Filip Buzov
Windows
You're in control of a spaceship and your mission is to destroy as many asteroids as you can. Compete for the highest place on the Leaderboard.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 11.3%, Aliens 10.7%
- #19 Crazy Invader ShootEm Down
85% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Crazy Retro Games
Windows
Enjoy fast paced action in this retro inspired arcade ShootEm Up Style game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Arcade 13.8%, Retro 11.1%, Aliens 11.1%, Old School 8.4%
- #20 Anceder
84% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: Cédric Andreu
Windows
Dive in the VR arcade shoot-them-up (shmup, shoot'em up, bullet hell). A lot of action is awaiting you. "Insert coin" and jump in the shmup !
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, 1980s 15.2%, Aliens 12%, Arcade 8.1%, Shooter 7.8%
- #21 Invaders 360
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Holo Games GbR
Windows
A modern tribute to arcade legends! This shoot'em up arcade game revives the classics after 45 years with fresh graphics and innovative gameplay. Become a part of Space Ranges Inc. Join now! Get the high score!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, 1980s 14.6%, Aliens 13.9%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 9.5%
- #22 Cosmic Cruiser
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this unique shooter from 1984. take on the role of a pilot of an out-dated Cosmic Cruiser, fighting to rescue the crew of a distant space station that had been captured by a raiding party from the sinister Rallom Empire.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Shooter 15.5%, 1980s 11.2%, Arcade 10.6%, Aliens 10.3%
- #23 Asteroid Force
83% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: B-Flat Software
Windows
Asteroids are headed directly towards Earth. Destroy asteroids before they can slam into Earth. Earn medallions to purchase ship upgrades to help in the fight to save Earth.
Why similar: Space Sim 22.1% ★, 1980s 14.7%, Arcade 14.1%, Aliens 9.9%, Shooter 9.1%
- #24 Warhawk
79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Rusty PixelsPub: Ogre Games Ltd
Windows
Blast away in this pure retro-styled shooter and battle through tons of dangerous levels and manic boss fights.
Why similar: 1980s 23.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Aliens 14.1%, Retro 12.5%, Shooter 11.3%
- #25 METEOR COMMANDER
81% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Propulsion Studios
Windows
Retro-inspired arcade-style shooter. Save humanity from incoming waves of flaming hot meteors, alien ships hell-bent on destroying humanity, and the strangeness of space by shooting, blasting and nuking incoming waves of meteors and enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Aliens 14.8%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 9.9%, Old School 8%
- #26 Alien Wall
81% matchNo user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Stefan Preuss
Windows · Mac
Alien Wall is a powerful genre mix between a brick breaker and ‘shoot em up’. Modern retro Arcade fun at its best!
Why similar: Space Sim 27.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 11.1%, Space 11.1%
- #27 PewPew!
80% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITE BRIDGE
Windows
PewPew! - move, shoot and upgrade!
Why similar: Space Sim 24.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, 1980s 10.4%, Shooter 8.2%, Aliens 8.1%
- #28 Chicken Invaders Universe
75% matchVery Positive91% of 3,731 reviews2022
Dev: InterAction studios
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%
A deliciously addictive core of finger-blistering shooting action, surrounded by delectable morsels of galactic exploration, spacecraft customization, and community competitions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Old School 10.8%, Shooter 10.1%, Space 9.5%, Family Friendly 8.1%
- #29 Royal Odyssey
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lion Crest Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Royal Odyssey is a retro-style arcade space shooter where you pilot Prince Zayven’s ship through a deadly asteroid storm, blasting your way to survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, 1980s 15.3%, Futuristic 10.6%, Top-Down 8.7%, Space 8.5%
- #30 Double D. F.
78% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: RielFactor
Windows
To bring you the old school 2D space arcade feeling in a modern look and feel. Whether you like the hard core style of the old days, or you have become the more lay back type, shoot your way home at the fun rate for you. Upgrade your ship on the way home, to get ready for the final battle. Have fun!
Why similar: 1980s 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Aliens 12.6%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 9.1%
- #31 Xenoform
79% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2018
Dev: Panic Ensues Software
Windows
On a recently-terraformed planet at the edge of human space, waves of alien invaders have suddenly appeared. Take the pilot's seat of a VTOL fighter aircraft and wipe out the alien infection!
Why similar: Space Sim 28.1% ★, Aliens 13.8%, Old School 8.3%, Space 7.6%, Stylized 7.1%
- #32 Chicken Invaders 1
75% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2025
Dev: InterAction studios
Windows
Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 12.2%, 1980s 11.2%, Action 7.9%
- #33 Cosmic Wartoad
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Ocean SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
The Queen of the Cosmic Wartoads has been abducted by the Rigellian Slime Beasts, their deadliest foe, and turned into the most hideous thing imaginable: a human being! Traverse the Rygellian Time-Void, reach the Slime King's lair and dismantle their deathly machine with your Cosmic Tool Kit.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, 1980s 12.7%, Shooter 12.6%, Aliens 11.7%, Arcade 10.5%
- #34 Space Invaders Extreme
77% matchVery Positive88% of 261 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
The critically acclaimed update to the Space Invaders franchise has arrived to invade Steam with greatly improved graphics and audio! Packed with pulsing, vibrant visuals enhanced further by interactive sound. The invaders have evolved, the question is: can you keep up?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Aliens 9.8%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 8.6%, Space 7.8%
- #35 Killistar
76% matchNo user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Area Code 313 Games LLC
Windows
Killistar: A 2D/3D sci-fi shoot-em-up remake of the classic arcade game Sinistar.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Shooter 13.9%, 1980s 13.7%, Top-Down 11.9%, Space 8.6%
- #36 ZAPNATOR
76% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: NoxBox
Windows
Dodge and destroy enemies and asteroids to get food and grow bigger! Be careful though, the game only gets harder over time. Deal with incoming bosses and find yourself your own unique strategy with the attribute system! Change up the gameplay with different stages and characters to choose from!
Why similar: Space Sim 27.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Aliens 11.1%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.8%
- #37 Blastocitos
74% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2022
Dev: REACTORJOYPub: kovalevviktor
Windows
To start the game, select a level from the suggested ones. Start your journey and defeat the boss to go further.
Why similar: Space Sim 28% ★, Aliens 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Space 9.8%, Shooter 9.1%
- #38 Pewt 'em Up!
72% matchVery Positive96% of 171 reviews2022
Dev: team tsoto
Windows · Linux
Pewt 'em Up! is a retro inspired arcade space shoot 'em up with lots of upgrades, achievements, extras and more.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Aliens 17.4%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 11.4%, Futuristic 10.6%
- #39 Star Jet Alpha
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Valles Games
Windows · Mac
Star Jet Alpha is a top-down space shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Progress through each stage by blowing up enemy space stations while avoiding or destroying enemy missiles, space mines and asteroids. Unlock Star Jet capabilities by completing stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, 1980s 13%, Space 12.2%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 10.8%
- #40 Blurple Food Wars
74% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Patrick Milholland
Windows
Return to classic 80s shooters while fighting off the fast food horde in this retro space shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, 1980s 20.4%, Shooter 14.4%, Old School 11%, Action 8.9%
- #41 Cube Space
73% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITE BRIDGE
Windows
Cube Space is a minimalist arcade Shoot `em Up game set in space. You control a spaceship and your task is to score as many points as possible by destroying enemies and obstacles in your path.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 9.8%, Space 5.8%
- #42 Orbital Command
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: NIA Games LLC
Windows
Orbital Command is about controlling planet based weapon systems to defend your planets from large asteroids and hostile invaders. Will you be able to complete the Dyson Sphere, or will your planets end up barren husks?
Why similar: Space Sim 25.9% ★, Top-Down 12.7%, Space 12.5%, Aliens 12%, Arcade 11.6%
- #43 Fury!
71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Chuck HessPub: Chessgames
Windows
A sci-fi action arcade run-and-gun game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Aliens 12.4%, Old School 9.6%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8.8%
- #44 Spacey Vade
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Brown Bot
Windows
Synth-wave styled physics based 2D puzzle shooter filled with nods to the golden era of classic arcade games. Think upside down Peggle crossed with Space Invaders and enemies crafted from the blended remains 70's, and 80’s gaming.
Why similar: 1980s 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Old School 9.5%, Shooter 8.9%, Futuristic 8.1%
- #45 ZEROCRON
71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: T.R.S.
Windows
ZEROCRON is a straightforward, classical arcade Twin-Stick Shoot-Em-Up with a strong Commodore-Amiga-era feel. Blast asteroids and enemies to burning pixeldust!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, 1980s 12.3%, Old School 10.4%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 8.9%
- #46 Asteroid Blasters
71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Asteroid Blasters is a non-stop action space shooter. Inspired by Asteroids, this game will see you choose between 6 different ships each with their own characteristics and utilize a variety of weapon powerups to eradicate your enemies. Play 2 players to increase your chance of survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, 1980s 18.3%, Shooter 11.6%, Old School 10.9%, Arcade 10.6%
- #47 Clear the Space
70% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: NotGameYet
Windows
Deal with a semi-intelligent cloud of asteroids which don't let your starship through. You have 7 ultra-hard projectiles and the ability to collect what remains after each destroyed asteroid. And djenty soundtrack will set just the right vibe.
Why similar: Space Sim 37.9% ★, Space 14.5%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 10.7%, Action 8.1%
- #48 White Eyes
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Chocolate Ship Games
Windows
Embark on an interstellar race as the universe collapses. Swing swords, fire projectiles, and reflect hazards to save nomads. 60 challenging missions. Random encounters. Simple mouse controls. Conquer diverse hazards. Will you guide them home?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Aliens 12.6%, Arcade 11.7%, Old School 8.8%, Futuristic 7.7%
- #49 Gates of Zendocon
69% 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 22.9%, Shooter 11.8%, Aliens 11.7%, Retro 11.5%, Arcade 9.7%
- #50 Galactic Starfire: Squadron
70% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: InScienceGamesPub: Matt Scala
Windows
Galactic Starfire: Squadron is a Future Sci-Fi Space Shooter game set in different environments around the universe. Complete the challenges and stay alive as you progress through the different types of levels.
Why similar: Space Sim 33.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 11.9%, Action 7.5%
- #51 A Blast From The Past
67% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: Happy Cactus Games Limited
Windows · Mac
A Blast from the Past is a stunning, classic arcade shooter. Includes gameplay modes for the casual gamer through to "Tournament Mode" for Hi-Score hunters! With 4K/360Hz+ support, experience smooth as silk gameplay in this dazzling arcade blaster with something for every arcade-going fan!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 11.5%, 1980s 10.3%, Space 7.1%
- #52 Deep Space Shooter
69% matchMixed68% of 31 reviews2018
Dev: Altair GamePub: ValkyrieInitiative
Windows
Again you are alone against the hordes of hostile spacecrafts where you can only rely on yourself. It is the victory or the death!
Why similar: Space Sim 30.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Space 13%, 1980s 11.7%, Shooter 9.1%
- #53 CROSSFIRE II (AMIGA)
69% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: DreamworldsPub: 1999UEM
Windows
Crossfire II is an Retro / Arcade / Top-Down Shooter, originally released in 2002 for the AMIGA. The main part of the game is a classic, fast paced, single player story campaign. Fly different space ships and fight, to save the universe as you know it. Also you get a survival and a local PvP mode.
Why similar: Space Sim 35.7% ★, Aliens 11.6%, Shooter 10.1%, Retro 9.2%, Space 9.1%
- #54 TROID BLASTER 2
66% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: KINGSGUARD GAMES
Windows
TROID BLASTER 2 is a physics based asteroids tribute game, featuring: * Random Levels * Gachapon random generated pilots and ships * 30 weapon types to unlock * Physics based! * Hundreds of bite sized levels to play * A graveyard to bury and remember your fallen pilots
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Shooter 12.7%, 1980s 12.1%, Arcade 12%, Futuristic 7.5%
- #55 Stellar Space
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Next Step Studios
Windows · Mac
Stellar Space is a new take on a classic arcade game with a modern, rogue-like, form for new players to enjoy!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Aliens 12.5%, 1980s 12.5%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 8.9%
- #56 I.F.O
68% matchPositive100% of 36 reviews2017
Dev: Total BatteryPub: Turtle Cream
Windows · Mac
I.F.O is an old school LCD-style shoot'em up game. You have to shoot UFOs using a classic aircraft and save the animals which kidnapped by the aliens. Let's save the Earth from the aliens! You are the last hero of the world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, 1980s 18.9%, Aliens 14.4%, Shooter 13.4%, Old School 7.4%
- #57 Psi 5 Trading Company
68% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Accolade, Inc.Pub: Ziggurat
Windows
Captain a space freighter on its perilous voyage to deliver vital supplies to the Parvin Frontier! Select your crew, then lead and command their efforts to manage the ship's navigation, engineering, weapons, and more on the fly as crises and obstacles arise in real time.
Why similar: Space Sim 38.8% ★, Aliens 17.2%, 1980s 12.4%, Space 12.2%, Futuristic 6.5%
- #58 Mothership Forever
66% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: ProjectorGames
Windows
Fight against an ever-evolving threat in this skill-based twinstick shooter 14 years in the making.
Why similar: Space Sim 24.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 8%, Futuristic 7.3%
- #59 Asteroid Sentinel
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Swords and Railguns
Windows
Shoot down masses of asteroids and aliens in this arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements. Level up and upgrade your guns to cope with the endless waves being thrown at you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Shooter 13.5%, Aliens 11.9%, Arcade 11.1%, Top-Down 10.5%
- #60 Eschaton: Battle For Eternity
64% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Aaron Lehnen
Windows · Mac · Linux
Eschaton is a vivid, fast-paced top-down arcade sci-fi space shooter with weapon upgrades, intense boss fights, dynamic SFX, and an original metal-meets-synth soundtrack. Chase high scores, accuracy ranks, and speedrun times while killing aliens in this chapter of a longer legendary saga.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, 1980s 14.6%, Aliens 12.6%, Arcade 12.2%, Top-Down 8%