- #1 XIIZEAL
97% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Difficult 11.1%, Score Attack 7.1%
- #2 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
96% matchVery Positive97% of 367 reviews2021
Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.2%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Difficult 8.2%, Shooter 6.9%
- #3 Astro Fighters
95% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
A score-driven vertical STG built around aggressive grazing, medal chaining, and risk-reward survival mechanics. Dodge impossible bullet patterns, manipulate time itself, and push for the ultimate 1CC.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Shooter 8%, Arcade 6.6%
- #4 EXZEAL
96% matchMostly Positive73% of 26 reviews2016
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
A sequel that isn’t afraid to be different. EXZEAL is the followup to TRIZEAL Remix, but it’s much more than a simple rehash. Choose between multiple ships and specialize in each one’s weapon system. Will you focus on shooting, shot charging, or close-range attacks? In EXZEAL, it’s your choice.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Difficult 11.1%, Score Attack 7.8%
- #5 DELTAZEAL
94% matchMostly Positive76% of 80 reviews2015
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Triangle Service presents the essential arcade experience! Power up your ship, evade enemy fire, and blast your way to the final boss in DeltaZeal!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Co-op 7.7%, Difficult 6.9%
- #6 TRIZEAL Remix
94% matchPositive81% of 37 reviews2016
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Transform or die. TRIZEAL Remix has classic shoot-’em-up style with a refined depth just below the surface. Strategically transform your ship to switch between and upgrade three distinct weapons: a wide shot, a narrow laser, and guided missiles. Shoot with intelligence!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 14%, Difficult 12%, Shooter 7.2%
- #7 Crisis Wing
93% matchVery Positive90% of 89 reviews2020
Dev: Pieslice Productions
Windows · Mac
Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Difficult 11.3%, Co-op 6.5%
- #8 Eigengrau
92% matchVery Positive100% of 88 reviews2023
Dev: Martin Mauersics
Windows · Mac · Linux
A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Difficult 10.3%, Score Attack 9.5%, Top-Down Shooter 8.6%
- #9 The Art Of Flight
91% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2025
Dev: Et Al GamesPub: Page To Pixel Publishing LLC
Windows
Play solo or with your friends in this fast-paced space shooter. Pilot multiple ships at the same time while taking on waves of enemies, finding power-ups, and gaining additional episodes along the way. Who will make it to the top of the leaderboard?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Difficult 10.8%, Local Co-Op 8.3%
- #10 Astro Fighters 2
90% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2026
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Blast through overwhelming bullet storms, graze enemy fire for massive score boosts, and bend time to survive impossible odds in this intense arcade-inspired vertical shmup. Master unique ships, conquer brutal bosses, and chase the perfect run.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Difficult 10.1%, Score Attack 9.8%
- #11 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
89% matchVery Positive95% of 84 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
"Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Difficult 12.4%, Shooter 6.5%
- #12 Proto Trigger
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Busted Atlas
Windows
An arcade shoot'em up with unique power-infusion gameplay. Face down an unknown army alone or with a friend in online or local co-op. Navigate the cosmos to save the remants of humanity, or join them in extinction!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, Co-op 13.5%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Local Co-Op 8.7%
- #13 Asteroids: Recharged
88% matchMostly Positive77% of 108 reviews2021
Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
How long can you survive the depths of space in this fresh revival of the classic arcade shooter, all while grooving to an original score by Megan McDuffee. Pilot solo or recruit a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Shooter 8.6%, Score Attack 8.2%, Arcade 7.3%
- #14 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
87% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 5.6%
- #15 Heliocide
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HorrorScope
Windows
Heliocide is a relentless top-down scrolling action! Arm your shields, lasers, guns, bombs and missiles to defend the solar system from a massive invasion!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Shooter 8%, Score Attack 7.2%
- #16 Meteor Storm
86% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Z Sculpt Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Welcome back to 1996! This shared screen space shooter is the perfect 4-player competitive game for some casual fun!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 7.9%, Top-Down 7.1%
- #17 SUPER FLAIL
86% matchVery Positive93% of 159 reviews2018
Dev: CryptMadePub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 43%
SUPER FLAIL is a fast-paced arcade score attack game of flail-swinging rampage. Swing your flail to destroy everything until you die. Compare your score with other players and get on the top of the leaderboards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Difficult 12.6%, Score Attack 8.4%
- #18 Sky Force Reloaded
85% matchVery Positive93% of 2,688 reviews2017
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Score Attack 7.7%, Local Co-Op 7.6%
- #19 STARR RINGER
84% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Sterling McKay
Windows
Grab the fate of all life in your hands. Blast your way through the cosmos, destroying monstrous cosmic beasts and the space cultists summoning them, on your path to stopping your mother from unleashing the chaos realm upon the universe, in this sci-fi cosmic horror bullet-hell, STARR RINGER.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 7.9%
- #20 Spinner Invaders
83% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Wobi Games
Windows
Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from The General by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Difficult 13.1%, Score Attack 8.8%, Co-op 8.8%
- #21 Airstrife: Assault of the Aviators
82% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Kenisoft Game Studio
Windows
Use Aileron Rolling or Evading your enemies' attacks while having a realistic damage system. Use different planes with upgradable parts and numerous weapons you can mount to your planes to destroy your enemies. Fly solo or play with your friends and enjoy local coop. A modern re-invented classic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 11.6%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, Difficult 10.3%, Score Attack 8.1%
- #22 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Difficult 9.8%, Score Attack 9.2%, Shooter 7.5%
- #23 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
Rock 'N Roll G.E.O.S. Wars is a completely new dimension of the original Rock 'N Roll game. In this game, players can work together to vanquish the space rocks that threaten Earth... or they can choose to face each other in a wide variety of duel modes!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 8.3%
- #24 GyroBlade
80% matchMixed68% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: H.T.Project Games
Windows · Mac
Retro style 2D vertical scrolling simple shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Score Attack 9.8%, Shooter 9.2%, Top-Down 8.3%
- #25 Marimoth
79% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: Nether Lamp
Windows
Marimoth is a short shoot 'em up that puts in control of a moth whose shots bounce off the walls. Calculate your aim, evade enemy attacks by learning their patterns and collect coins to power up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Score Attack 9.7%, Arcade 9.7%, Difficult 9.5%
- #26 Flowing Lights
79% matchPositive89% of 28 reviews2021
Dev: gFaUmNe
Windows
Flowing Lights is an Arcade Puzzle Shooter. Each fight is a puzzle. Attack and... Fail! ...Think back... try again! Got it? Improve with each try, there is always a smarter way to win!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Difficult 12.4%, Bullet Hell 9.1%, Arcade 8.3%
- #27 DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO., LTD.
Windows
CAVE's arcade bullet hell shooter returns as DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite. New stages, a new character, new music, and other new elements set the stage for a new challenge.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Score Attack 9.8%, Shooter 8.2%
- #28 Warcat Parade
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Hefka Games
Windows · Linux
Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Score Attack 13.1%, Arcade 7.4%
- #29 Storm Mined
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hémisphère gauche
Windows · Linux
Inspired by the cult classic Mine Storm, Storm Mined modernizes arcade space shooting with rogue-lite upgrades and rhythm-based stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Score Attack 9%, Shooter 7.4%
- #30 Sky Force Anniversary
77% matchVery Positive92% of 2,149 reviews2015
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 6.9%, Local Co-Op 6.4%
- #31 Undercroft Warriors
75% matchMostly Positive79% of 502 reviews2024
Dev: Fuzzy
Windows
Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Bullet Hell 14%, Difficult 12.5%, Score Attack 7.7%
- #32 Space Waves
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Space Waves is a procedurally generated 2D arcade style shooter with multiple collectable power ups and varying enemy types. This game will casually draw you in and then increase the pace and difficulty as you progress through the never ending levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.6%
- #33 Never Not Shooting
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Hand Cannon Games
Windows
Grab up to 3 friends and defend the sun from swarms of enemies in this local coop twin stick shooter. Siphon energy from the sun and shoot as many attackers as you can to claim the high score before it explodes! Fight over experience and upgrade your ship to keep up with the ever-mounting pressure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Difficult 8.1%, Arcade 7.8%, Shooter 7.4%
- #34 Crucible
76% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
Dev: TriScalePub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shooter 9.2%, Top-Down 8.3%
- #35 Battle AirForce
75% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
Windows · Mac · Linux
Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Top-Down Shooter 20.6%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shooter 8.4%, Score Attack 7.2%
- #36 Rysen
76% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
An old arcade style 2d shmup.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Shooter 11.1%, Score Attack 9.4%, Arcade 8.5%
- #37 Demonizer
74% matchPositive90% of 50 reviews2020
Dev: Iori Branford
Windows · Linux
The fantasy bullet battle to end monstergirl genocide! Turn hateful humans into lovable demons in this 90s arcade style shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Difficult 12.8%, Shooter 7.8%
- #38 2nd Shot
73% 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: Bullet Hell 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.2%, 1980s 10.7%, Shooter 9%
- #39 THUNDER STRIKER
72% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Blast your way through enemy territory and level up your versatile arsenal of high-tech weapons in this handheld game style retro shmup!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, 1980s 10%, Retro 7.6%
- #40 Insectipede
74% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
Time to bug out and blast back in this arcade shooter packed with waves of insects and UFOs. Fight through 50 challenging stages, grab power-ups, and chase the high score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 8.2%
- #41 Rheum
73% matchPositive81% of 27 reviews2018
Dev: SpaceMyFriend
Windows
Jump down the esophagus of a body plagued by viruses and big bad bosses in this reverse vertical scrolling shoot'em up! Collect eye crusties, upgrade your pupils, and clear the screen of bullets with your cornea crushing eye blasts!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Difficult 14.5%, Shooter 9%
- #42 Arcade Forever
71% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: KOD7
Windows
Arcade Forever is a 3D vertical space shooter. This is an action game in which many enemies, obstacles and different weapons guarantee great fun. If you like fast space action, this is the game for you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shooter 10.7%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #43 Neon Invaders
71% 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 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Shooter 9%, 1980s 7.9%
- #44 The Night Christmas Ended
71% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2016
Dev: Giant Goblin Studio
Windows
Team up with the world’s biggest goblin on his quest for gold and be a total Christmas bastard.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Co-op 13.4%, Shooter 8%
- #45 Polyfury
69% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: Wayfarer Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
You thought geometry was difficult? Now it's got a gun! Face the fury of the Seven Deadly Shapes and blast your way through a barrage of bullets and lasers in this highly accessible bullet hell.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Difficult 11.5%, Score Attack 10.9%
- #46 Killon
69% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Luois Games
Windows
Killon is a retro shooter that features exhilarating combat, manic enemies and a charged cannon waiting to be unleashed. Fly a starship across the universe and restore the future today.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Score Attack 8.6%, Shooter 7.9%
- #47 Steel Alcimus
70% matchPositive86% of 43 reviews2018
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Steel Alcimus is a top-down helicopter shooter. Complete various tasks with your ally aircraft; such as saving the carrier, taking down the buildings, carrying objects, etc.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Score Attack 8.7%, Shooter 7.9%
- #48 Asteroidia
67% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Duk Studios
Windows
A simple and fun space shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 6.2%
- #49 Space Maxwell: Arcade
70% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamland Games
Windows
Shoot your enemies and try not to let them multiply themselves and turn the game into a chaotic space battle! Space Maxwell is an arcade shooter where your spaceship has the ability to destroy or to multiply your enemies. Climb the leaderboard and try to survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shooter 9.2%, Top-Down 7.8%
- #50 Akka Arrh
68% matchVery Positive85% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Akka Arrh is a modern take on a scrapped project from the 1980s, providing players with a fast-paced, addictive, arcade shooter experience and psychedelic visuals. Protect your life rings as you chain together combos and go for a high score!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Shooter 8.7%, Top-Down 7.9%
- #51 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
68% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
This is a high-difficulty bullet hell shooting game and a sequel to "Bullet Hell Monday." It offers an exciting experience for players who demand advanced skills and precise strategies. As a common system, six types of special weapons are equipped, expanding the player's tactical range.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shooter 8.8%, Score Attack 7.2%
- #52 Radiant Silvergun
67% matchVery Positive93% of 214 reviews2023
Dev: Live Wire
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Difficult 13%, Shooter 8.1%
- #53 Star Jet Alpha
72% 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 18.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8.7%
- #54 Pangaroids
69% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2022
Dev: Adam Wozniak
Windows · Mac
Destroy the deadly bouncing orbs for the highest score in this Pang meets Asteroids arcade blaster.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Score Attack 8.4%, Shooter 7.8%
- #55 DoDonPachi Resurrection
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,062 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Co-op 8.7%, Score Attack 8.6%
- #56 Centipede: Recharged
67% matchVery Positive84% of 169 reviews2021
Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 33%
Blast bugs and chase high scores in this glorious revival of an old-school classic, all while jamming to a heart-pounding original score by Megan McDuffee. Play solo or tag in a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 8.6%, Score Attack 8.2%
- #57 Truxton
65% matchVery Positive94% of 109 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The ruthless Gidans invite you to an explosive space scramble! Head into the mighty Super Fighter and disintegrate your foes in all directions with various upgradeable weapons. Toaplan's no-frills vertical shooter Truxton speeds onto PC with new features and quality-of-life updates!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Co-op 12.3%, 1980s 9%, Arcade 8.1%
- #58 Orchid Glitter
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Score Attack 10.1%, Arcade 5.8%
- #59 Enfora Star
64% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Haapa Games
Windows · Linux
Enfora Star station is being overrun! Pilot your spacecraft and deploy defenses to survive droid swarms - but every purchase costs precious score points. Will you risk everything for maximum points or play it safe? Master the ultimate arcade challenge!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Difficult 12.3%, Score Attack 9.2%