- #1 Death Road
97% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Erawat Games
Windows · Mac
Death Road is a solo Top Down Shooter game. Take on the challenge of liberating the earth from a zombies and monsters infestation, using over-the-top weaponry in a world with awesomely stylized graphics. The road journey has never been so much fun!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, 2D Fighter 21.5%, 2D Platformer 19.1%, Shooter 10.7%, Military 6.3%
- #2 TCSTRIKERS5
96% match3 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Project Anthem
Windows
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: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, 2D Platformer 19.2%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 8.5%
- #3 Artificial Dawn
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Biryeong
Windows
Defeat is not the end. After a game over, return to your base to strengthen with battle points and try again. Artificial Dawn is a shooting game designed to grow stronger the more you try, and anyone can clear it as long as they don't give up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, 2D Platformer 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19%, Shooter 14.8%, Action 8.5%
- #4 cherry blossom fleet
95% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Far East military Co.
Windows
cherry blossom fleet is a 2D shooting game set in the Japanese Navy of World War II.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Shooter 14.2%, Military 8.9%, 2D Platformer 8.6%
- #5 Maid of the Dead
94% matchVery Positive81% of 174 reviews2024
Dev: qureate
Windows
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: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 24.2%, 2D Platformer 14.5%, Shooter 10.7%, Military 5.5%
- #6 Constellar
94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Jacob KuchinskyPub: Banana Peel Studios
Windows · Mac
A reinterpretation of retro games like Space Invaders and Galaga with a modern twist. Battle through planetary sectors using elemental abilities that combine for powerful effects and make bosses vanish.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Top-Down Shooter 25.9%, 2D Fighter 21.1%, Shooter 12.1%, Action 4.3%
- #7 Detritus
93% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: AJ Studio
Windows
A chaotic Local & Online Multiplayer 2D Shooter featuring 4 game modes, 10+ maps, dozens of weapons, customisation options and more. Play Online with up to 8 players in a lobby, prove your strength by being the last man standing in this relentless shooter.
Why similar: 2D Platformer 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, 2D Fighter 18.8%, Shooter 16.4%, Strategy 10.9%
- #8 QUADBOTS: THE RISE OF CHRONO
92% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: MANDARA Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on a cosmic quest to retrieve shattered NOVANGEL orbs, conquer colossal guardians, and ultimately defeat Chrono. Dive into an action-packed adventure with epic battles and a gripping storyline.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 23.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, 2D Platformer 12.2%, Shooter 8.9%
- #9 MIHASHIRA
91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: is_haya
Windows
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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Top-Down Shooter 23.4%, 2D Platformer 18.2%, Shooter 11.3%, Top-Down 6.2%
- #10 Starry Moon Island 2
91% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: TigerQiuQiu
Windows
About:It is an old school game collection with ten different types of mini-games.The story tells of a series of wars that took place on the island
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, 2D Platformer 19.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Shooter 14.3%, Action 8.1%
- #11 NEOGEO POCKET COLOR SELECTION Vol. 1 Steam Edition
90% matchVery Positive88% of 65 reviews2021
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Retro game fans rejoice! NEOGEO POCKET COLOR SELECTION VOL.1 Steam Edition is SNK's legendary handheld console dream collection, containing 10 handheld defining classics, is coming to Steam!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, 2D Platformer 16.1%, Shooter 12.1%, Action 8%
- #12 AutoBulletSurvivor
89% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: GamGoo
Windows
Jump into the world of AutoBulletSurvivor! Survive on a post-apocalyptic surface devastated by nuclear war. Collect items, evade powerful enemies, and gather supplies for the underground shelter. Grow stronger with each run and experience the thrill of survival.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, 2D Platformer 14.7%, Shooter 8.8%
- #13 Dulce et Decorum
89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Zachary Hilsman
Windows
Just another 2D platformer shooter game with pixel art graphics to boot. You can jump around while blasting your enemies with three different methods of combat, and protect your village from an evil immortal.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Shooter 12.3%, Action 8.4%
- #14 Mission 1985
88% matchPositive89% of 37 reviews2021
Dev: Consulog
Windows
This game is a tribute to the Run "N Gun games (Commando, Ikari Warrior, Heavy Barrel, Guerilla Wars, Mercs...) from the mid 1980's that you could find in arcades or on 16 bit consoles.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Shooter 12.2%, Military 8.9%, War 6.9%
- #15 For the Common Wealth
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Podule Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
2.5D retro tactical shooter. Based in an alternative history and future Australia, this Cannon Fodder-inspired game pays homage to classic Amiga titles. Story-led, control your 6 SASR operatives using a selection of weapons. You decide how to tackle a mission, pick day or night, loud or quiet.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.7%, Strategy 16.2%, Shooter 14.4%, Military 10.9%, Action 8.6%
- #16 Nova Rebellion
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Centurion Dragons Studios
Windows
Blast through waves of chaos in this retro inspired space shooter. Simple mechanics, high energy rock/electronic soundtrack, and a gloriously goofy tone make Nova Rebellion a cosmic throwback Back when space shooters were all the rage.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.8%, Top-Down Shooter 28.4%, Shooter 13.3%, Top-Down 8%, Action 5.4%
- #17 Stolen Skies
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ToastyNerdzStudios
Windows
Stolen Skies is a top-down scrolling shooter. Fly various fighter jets against hordes of enemies, navigate clouds of bullets, complete objectives, and face off against massive bosses and enemy ace pilots! With several weapon types across 18 original aircraft, there's something for every playstyle!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Shooter 11.2%, Top-Down 5.7%
- #18 The Pulse of Evil
84% matchVery Positive95% of 221 reviews2023
Dev: MadnukinPub: Mads Games
Windows
Find yourself on a mission exploring the depth of an ominous forgotten mine. You arrive barehanded but quickly find the tools needed to go deeper. Destroy the infected living parts of the mine and face the final threat and complete your mission.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Top-Down Shooter 25.6%, Shooter 14.6%, Top-Down 7.5%, Action 6.4%
- #19 Paper War
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Luong Minh HienPub: BrightStdio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Paper War is a roguelite adventure where you play as "Little Blue," a character brought to life from an artist’s dreams. Battle failed sketches, upgrade skills, and weapons, and fight for survival on a living paper sheet filled with chaos and bombs.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Shooter 12.4%, Action 8.1%
- #20 Magnetar
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Pierz Newton-JohnPub: Singularity Games
Windows
Magnetar is a top-down space shooter set in a unique physics-based environment packed with opportunities and hazards where you'll need all your skill to survive. Collect credits to upgrade ships and allies. Features 50 campaign levels and endless random levels.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Military 9%, Top-Down 6.6%
- #21 Dash Rider
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sunless Planet games
Windows
Dashrider is a fast-paced 2D shooter game, in which you fight your way through countless waves of enemies to earn coins. Purchase new skills or stunning boss battles. Defeat the three guards to face the final boss and complete the game.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19%, Shooter 12.2%, Action 8.6%
- #22 Final 4 Survival
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sean Foley
Windows
Final 4 Survival is an Arcade style top-down shooter. You play as an elemental soldier and are tasked with having to defeat waves of enemies!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, Shooter 11%, Action 7.6%
- #23 Mortal Mythos: Island of Fairies
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Timur Bondar
Windows
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 30.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Shooter 17.2%, Top-Down 6.8%, Action 6%
- #24 Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Hardcore yet cute Danmaku shooting makes a grand comeback!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Shooter 14.8%, Action 7.6%
- #25 DuckStruck
79% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Solemn Snail Studios
Windows · Mac
DuckStruck is a fast paced, top down bullet hell pixel art shooter, where you play as... a duck! Battle enemy zombie ducks, and build defences to aid your survival with endless waves of enemies attacking you at every moment!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Top-Down Shooter 25.8%, 2D Fighter 20.6%, Action 8.4%, Top-Down 6.9%
- #26 Battle of Finland: Winter War
80% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: Team-K
Windows · Mac · Linux
Battle of Finland: Winter War is a 2D side-scrolling action platformer. The Soviet Union began the conquest of Finland on November 30 1939, thus the Winter War was started. Can you help small Finland stop the red army steam rolling over Finland?
Why similar: 2D Fighter 28%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, 2D Platformer 14.9%, Shooter 10.6%, Military 8.6%
- #27 Dug Out
79% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Lost Phantom Studios
Windows
"Dug Out" is an exciting multiplayer PvP game for 2-4 players, where you dive into an underground arena and engage in intense battles. Armed with guns, you'll dig through the environment to uncover hidden opponents and outsmart your rivals.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Shooter 14.8%, Action 9.3%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%
- #28 Pueblo
81% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Benedict Jaeggi
Windows
A small topdown shooter in pixelart graphics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, 2D Platformer 19.5%, Shooter 15.6%, Action 8.5%
- #29 Star Duality
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sjerrul
Windows
A quick arcade-style shooter where you constantly have to weigh choices between improving your stats, expanding your mines, building your defenses or going on the attack, before the enemies either take your resources or overrun you
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Strategy 17.4%, Shooter 14%, Action 9.2%
- #30 RedRaptor
78% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: Novax GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off for a retro arcade experience in RedRaptor, a vertical shoot’em up inspired by genre classics of the ’90s!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.3%, Top-Down Shooter 30.5%, Shooter 12.2%, Top-Down 5.5%, Pixel Graphics 5.5%
- #31 UDONGAIN
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: leimonya
Windows
Simple primitive shooter. just move and shoot! Touhou Project fan game!. featuring 26 playable characters, two game modes, and randomly changing patterns!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Top-Down Shooter 26.3%, 2D Platformer 22.8%, Shooter 12.3%, Action 4.5%
- #32 Operation Thunder
77% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2021
Dev: Flashblack Games
Windows · Linux
Operation Thunder is a top-down shooter with a tactical twist and destructible walls. Use your guns, gadgets and wits to outsmart your enemies and become a hero. Good luck, Soldier.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 36%, Shooter 15.4%, Military 10.1%, Top-Down 9.1%, Tactical 8.4%
- #33 Raid on the Zone
77% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Nikolaj Piet PaghPub: PetskullGames
Windows
Fight in a furious battle against “The Zone”, a mysterious terrorist group hell-bent on destroying the world. Cripple their defenses with your dual-prop helicopter and massive arsenal of weaponry in this retro-inspired homage to arcade games of the 80’s.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Military 11.1%, Shooter 10%
- #34 Vector Storm
74% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: WHODATYAT
Windows
A relentless top-down arcade shooter with roguelite progression. Blast through escalating waves, battle massive bosses, and build your loadout with boss-dropped gear. Earn tokens to permanently upgrade your fleet and unlock new ships between runs.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, 2D Fighter 23%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shooter 10%, Strategy 6.6%
- #35 Quin Excluder
76% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: MEGAAK SOFT
Windows
A retro arcade-style, 2D vertical scrolling shooter Pixel art inspired by 16-bit consoles and arcade games from the '80s and '90s Focus on the exhilarating "aim, shoot, kill" feel of the original shooter game. Receive communications from Controller Luna as you progress through each stage's story
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 33.6%, Shooter 19.2%, 2D Platformer 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Action 6.4%
- #36 Combo Master
73% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: JunSsangGaming
Windows
Test your fighting game skills in Combo Master! Complete the ultimate combo, the flower of fighting games! Use all skills with rules exclusive to Combo Master to earn the title of Master!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.4%, 2D Platformer 22%, Strategy 19.7%, Action 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%
- #37 Duralumin Wind
75% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2018
Dev: CETVE LLC
Windows
Pilot your helicopter to victory as your complete objectives, dodge missiles, and destroy your enemies. But don't forget to keep an eye on your fuel, ammunition, and health or you might not survive.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Shooter 12.2%, Military 9.6%, Top-Down 6.5%
- #38 phantom unit 999
75% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Fadi BeshaiPub: kemet Games
Windows
There is a new danger that has befallen the world, which has led to creatures being brought to life Adam is the leader of Unit "Phantoms 999", With your help, you and Adam and his team will pass through strange worlds, upgrade your weapons, and try hard to end this danger and kill whoever caused it.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Shooter 10.4%, Military 8.3%
- #39 打怪! Beat the Mons!
74% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: T工作室 T Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
BEAT THE MONS is simple pixel auto shooter. Dodge, shoot, beat all these monsters and earn score! Life is not much else...
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, 2D Platformer 18.9%, Shooter 14.2%, Top-Down 6.4%
- #40 Hot Breach
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fatfrogg
Windows
A rage virus has ravaged Frog City with the exception of a few immune survivors. Keep moving and keep looting as you fight your way through the city. Use an arsenal of guns (and a sledgehammer) to tear through both the hordes and the environment around you.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 34.6%, Top-Down Shooter 25%, Shooter 13.5%, Action 8.6%, Top-Down 6.8%
- #41 Tank Blitz: Underdog Division
72% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Underdog Division
Windows
Tank Blitz: is a retro-style 2D top-down tank shooter where you engage in intense battles against a variety of enemy tanks, armored trains, and devastating railguns. Utilize the terrain for cover as you outmaneuver and outgun your foes in strategic combat scenarios.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27%, 2D Platformer 20.7%, Shooter 15.9%, Military 10%, Action 9.7%
- #42 Cowboys n' Stuff
73% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: Astral Candle
Windows
Cowboys n' Stuff is a 2D, Top-down, wave-survival orientated game where you control and customise your cowboy in order to eliminate threats as they arrive; whether it is day or night...
Why similar: 2D Fighter 24.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shooter 9.2%, Strategy 6.6%
- #43 Endless Onslaught
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TAB5432
Windows
A crazy zombie shooter with upgrades, quests and 20+ weapons that can be earned from fighting different zombie types across 10+ unique worlds.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.1%, Top-Down Shooter 25.7%, Action 9.3%, Adventure 6.5%, Zombies 6.5%
- #44 Squad Survivors - Rule-breakers
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: DevJunior
Windows
Co-op top-down horde survival. Pick from 10 elemental heroes, stack game-breaking roguelite builds, and mow down endless swarms — solo or with friends online. Bosses, daily runs, endless mode. No pay-to-win.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 44.2%, 2D Platformer 22.4%, Shooter 17%, Action 11.2%, 2D 4%
- #45 Limit Shoot
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Nanasan System
Windows · Mac · Linux
The vertical scroll type Shoot Em Ups Game. The player-controlled fighter jet have the durable and can't be shot down in one hit. You will fight through the total of 5 stages, attacking enemies with missiles and lasers, blocking enemy bullets with shields.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.8%, 2D Platformer 25.7%, Shooter 11.5%, War 9.8%, Top-Down 7.3%
- #46 Asteroids and Aliens
72% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: JBJon
Windows
Asteroids and Aliens, Arcade Shooter pays tribute to the Arcade Classic Asteroids. Destroy the Asteroids, save the humans, kill Aliens with Lasers, Missiles, Smart Bombs, or Nukes. You have unlimited Missiles/Bullets but limited Laser firepower and Shields, they can be recharged collecting powerups.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Top-Down Shooter 26%, 2D Platformer 19.6%, Shooter 12.6%, Top-Down 7.4%
- #47 Exo-Calibre
69% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2025
Dev: Vampixel GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Take to the skies as a team of cute pilots and fight for peace in vertical scrolling bullet hell style!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.8%, Top-Down Shooter 28.6%, Shooter 13.3%, Top-Down 6.6%, Action 5.6%
- #48 Iron Skies
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 171Dev
Windows · Linux
Retro style, propeller plane centred shoot 'em up inspired by the arcade classics of a fondly remembered bygone era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.9%, Top-Down Shooter 29.6%, Shooter 15.9%, Top-Down 7.3%, Action 5.8%
- #49 EpicSelectly
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: UtatoraDeveloper
Windows
EpicSelectly is a bullet hell shooter where you choose between the dense Red World and the fast Blue World. Repeated choices raise each world's rank and intensify its patterns. Dodge aimed and random bullets, customize Extra Mode's difficulty, and compete on Steam leaderboards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, 2D Platformer 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Shooter 15.4%, Action 8.7%
- #50 Ninja Hagakure
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Comma
Windows
Defeat the ever-increasing number of enemies with a variety of ninja techniques to suit the situation After 20 minutes, we can move on to the next STAY It's more fun because there are various enemies on each stage
Why similar: 2D Fighter 37.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shooter 14.6%, Action 9.6%, Top-Down 6.6%
- #51 Leatherneck
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MicroDeal Ltd.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this arcade-style top-down shooter, originally released in 1988 for the Commodore Amiga, take on the role of members of a 4-man squad fighting through a treacherous jungle environment. Play with up to 4 player local co-op.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Military 13.6%, Shooter 11.1%, War 6.5%
- #52 SUPER SCORE SHOOTER CLASSIC
68% matchPositive91% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: AM Factory
Windows
A fast-paced vertical shooter built for short sessions! 2-Minute and 5-Minute score attack modes with beautiful X68000-style pixel art.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.7%, 2D Platformer 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 5.4%
- #53 Guardian Force - Saturn Tribute
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
The Guardians, a secret society wielding the power of the Force, have readied their tanks and intend on crushing the aspirations of the Hammerbolt Empire!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Top-Down Shooter 25.9%, Shooter 14%, Military 10.6%, Top-Down 8%
- #54 Red Algorithm
68% matchMostly Positive76% of 79 reviews2021
Dev: Evgenii Andreev
Windows
Can you survive alone against hundreds of monsters? It's not easy. Try out Red Algorithm, a simple yet intense 2D top-down shooter with RPG elements. Pick up weapons, upgrade them, get new perks, and use powerful bonuses. Try out several different heroes against dangerous evil creatures.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.3%, Top-Down Shooter 32.2%, Shooter 12.6%, Top-Down 6.8%, Action 5.3%
- #55 TR-12
67% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: ArkBit EntertainmentPub: Dekker Designs
Windows
Survive 20 relentless minutes against endless monsters in a fast-paced twin-stick shooter inspired by arcade classics. Master precise controls, grab powerful upgrades, and chase the highest score. A fast-paced top-down arcade shooter with eight-directional movement and shooting.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Top-Down Shooter 27.6%, 2D Platformer 21.5%, Top-Down 6.7%, Action 6.4%
- #56 Extermination Overdrive
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Denormalizer
Windows
Extermination Overdrive is a single player 2D arcade shooter set in space. Battle swarms of enemy space craft and massive dreadnoughts.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 26.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Military 15.2%, Shooter 14.8%, Top-Down 7.2%
- #57 TAILS GEAR HD
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BLUE&WHITE
Windows
A revamped version of "Tales Gear," originally released in 2007, featuring high-resolution support, new systems, and rearranged background music. A full-fledged 2.5D vertical-scrolling shooter characterized by the Tail Pod, an optional weapon that combines offense and defense.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Top-Down Shooter 25.9%, Military 13.4%, Shooter 7.9%, Action 5.7%
- #58 Warawara Invaders
68% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
Even if you are not good at avoiding bullets or shmup games there is no problem. A 2d casual rolling shooter best for killing time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Top-Down Shooter 30.5%, Shooter 16.9%, Top-Down 7.5%, Action 4.1%
- #59 Planetstar Warrior
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Todd FrantzPub: Hardbyte LLC
Windows
Planetstar Warrior is a horizontal scroll-space shooter with numerous powerups and a gradually increasing level of difficulty. Defeat all enemies on each level to progress.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Shooter 13.9%, Strategy 12%, Action 5.4%
- #60 Zombardment
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: SoulTrader
Windows
How far can you go in stopping these vicious creatures from spawning. Play loads of levels and endless waves in this Top Down Action Packed Shooter game. Explore, Survive, Earn and Spend.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, 2D Fighter 18.7%, Shooter 13.5%, Zombies 10.5%