- #1 DEVIL BLADE REBOOT
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 829 reviews2024
Dev: SHIGATAKE GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Mechs 16.4% ★, Shooter 12%, 1980s 10.3%, 1990's 9.6%
- #2 閃攻機人アスラ - ASURA THE STRIKER -
96% matchVery Positive93% of 162 reviews2025
Dev: LeftOver
Windows
A high-speed 3D rail shooter inspired by legendary arcade classics. Control the humanoid combat weapon ASURA and battle overwhelming waves of invaders using Energy Shot, Shining Knuckle, and the time-bending Lightning Over Drive.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 35.7% ★, Third-Person Shooter 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.5%, Shooter 6.4%, Multiple Endings 5.8%
- #3 GRADIUS ORIGINS
96% matchVery Positive93% of 282 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Arcade 19.3%, Shooter 16.7%, 1980s 13.3%, 1990's 10.4%
- #4 R-Type Delta: HD Boosted
95% matchVery Positive83% of 87 reviews2025
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Your nightmares, now in High Definition! R-Type Delta HD Boosted brings back the dark, iconic shooter with modern enhancements, new music, razor-sharp graphics, and all the intensity you remember.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Shooter 15.8%, Futuristic 11.4%, Multiple Endings 10.9%, Mechs 9.2% ★
- #5 R-Type Final 2
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 822 reviews2021
Dev: Granzella Inc.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 71%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.2%, Shooter 20.4%, Arcade 18.3%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Action 7.2%
- #6 Grid Ranger
94% matchVery Positive84% of 51 reviews2025
Dev: PixeljamPub: Akupara Games
Windows · Mac
Level up your mouse dexterity and see what lies beyond the grid in this heart-pounding arcade style shmuplike.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.9% ★, Third-Person Shooter 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, Shooter 6.9%, 1980s 6.6%
- #7 Mega Man 11
93% matchVery Positive89% of 5,312 reviews2018
Dev: CAPCOM CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Mega Man is back! The newest entry in this iconic series blends classic, challenging 2D platforming action with a fresh new visual style. The new Double Gear system boosts Mega Man's speed and power for a new twist to the satisfying gameplay the series is known for.
Why similar: Robots 28%, Action 21.3%, Shooter 14.3%, Retro 14.1%, Sci-fi 13.3%
- #8 Ex-Zodiac
92% matchVery Positive94% of 1,064 reviews2022
Dev: MNKYPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 1.1 hrs≥1hr: 36%
A fast-paced low-poly 3D rail shooter heavily inspired by classics of the early 90's. Join protagonist Kyuu as she fights to free the worlds of the Sanzaru Star System, overrun by the intergalactic terrorist organization known as Zodiac.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 51.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 8.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%
- #9 Wild Guns Reloaded
91% matchVery Positive87% of 489 reviews2017
Dev: NatsumeAtariPub: Natsume Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Wild Guns Reloaded is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter, mixing the Wild West with steampunk. Play as Clint, Annie, Doris, or Bullet the dog with his sentry drone. Grab some friends and play together for some four player action!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 49.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Arcade 11%, Shooter 10.4%, Action 4.9%
- #10 Panzer Dragoon: Remake
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 951 reviews2020
Dev: MegaPixel Studio S. A.Pub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 11.5 hrs≥1hr: 43%
A new, remade version of the Panzer Dragoon game – true to the original, with improved graphics and controls, that suit modern gaming standards!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 91.6% ★, Action 7.4%, Singleplayer 1%
- #11 Azure Striker Gunvolt 2
89% matchVery Positive93% of 593 reviews2020
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The ultra-refined 2D side-scrolling action you remember from "Azure Striker Gunvolt" is recharged and better than ever! In Gunvolt 2, series anti-hero Copen joins the fray as a playable character! Copy abilities from defeated boss characters and use them as your own!
Why similar: Pixel Graphics 34.6%, Action 30.8%, Retro 27.2%, 2D 7.4%
- #12 Graze Counter GM
88% matchVery Positive96% of 199 reviews2023
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Mechs 18% ★, Arcade 11.7%, 1990's 11.1%, Sci-fi 10.4%
- #13 BULLET SOUL
89% matchVery Positive84% of 74 reviews2017
Dev: MAGES. Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Blending classic shooting game design with a substantial dose of modern day bullet hell and flashy pyrotechnics, Bullet Soul has it all! Play through multiple modes, all designed to welcome newcomers to the genre, but also challenge experts aiming for ever higher scores.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 69%, Sci-fi 17%, Action 14%
- #14 Azure Striker GUNVOLT 3
86% matchVery Positive88% of 458 reviews2022
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 77%
The next installment in the high-speed 2D action Gunvolt series is finally here with Azure Striker Gunvolt 3. Balancing both an involving story and satisfying gameplay, Gunvolt 3 is the most extravagant entry in the series yet!
Why similar: Action 32.3%, Sci-fi 29.2%, Pixel Graphics 28.2%, 2D 5.8%, Singleplayer 4.6%
- #15 BULLET SOUL INFINITE BURST
87% matchMostly Positive75% of 95 reviews2017
Dev: MAGES. Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Bullet Soul Infinite Burst is a vertically scrolling shooting game crossing old-school gameplay with a bullet hell twist. It adds numerous gameplay enhancements over its predecessor, Bullet Soul, not least of which is Burst Mode. The same aggressive, bullet-cancelling gameplay, now with more destruction, more coins and more tunes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 64.1%, Sci-fi 19.6%, Action 16.3%
- #16 Infinos Gaiden
86% matchVery Positive98% of 85 reviews2018
Dev: Picorinne Soft
Windows
The feeling of 90's arcade shooter will come again !! Arcade-like side scroll shooter of 7 stages in all!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 60.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.9%, Action 13%, Arcade 10.2%, 2D 2.5%
- #17 The Ninja Saviors: Return of the Warriors
84% matchVery Positive92% of 431 reviews2023
Dev: NatsumeAtariPub: TAITO CORP.
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Alluring audio! Pixel art perfection! Beat-em up beauty! Discover how hard a 32,000kg ninja hits with The Ninja Saviours!
Why similar: Mechs 20.9% ★, 1990's 20.2%, Arcade 16.3%, Futuristic 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11%
- #18 Gearbits
82% matchVery Positive96% of 451 reviews2023
Dev: Quackpond Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Fast-paced mecha themed third person shooter.
Why similar: Third-Person Shooter 32.9%, Mechs 24.5% ★, Robots 10.1%, Shooter 8.4%, Futuristic 7.4%
- #19 REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
84% matchVery Positive91% of 404 reviews2014
Dev: Cross EagletPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.9%, Shooter 12.2%, Mechs 11.5% ★, Arcade 10.6%, Futuristic 9.2%
- #20 STEEL STRIDER
85% matchMostly Positive78% of 77 reviews2015
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
STEEL STRIDER is the follow up to the acclaimed GIGANTIC ARMY and pays homage to the great run and gun games such as Turrican and Super Contra, but adds mouse / dual analogue stick-operated weapons!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.9%, Mechs 32.5% ★, Shooter 17.5%, Action 16.1%
- #21 RefRain - prism memories -
83% matchVery Positive98% of 138 reviews2016
Dev: RebRankPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
RefRain - prism memories - is an empowering, cyberpunk, bullet-hell shoot-’em-up that focuses on fast-paced, offensive gameplay. “Dive” into a hazardous digital world, cycle through 3 different attack modes, and delete the opposition with superior firepower.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 76%, Action 24%
- #22 DoDonPachi Resurrection
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,065 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: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Shooter 17%, Arcade 14.8%, Sci-fi 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #23 XENOTILT: HOSTILE PINBALL ACTION
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 753 reviews2024
Dev: WIZNWARPub: FLARB LLC
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 56%
LIGHTNING STRIKES AGAIN!! XENOTILT, the sequel to the cult hit, DEMON'S TILT. Get ready for another PINBALL FANTASY. XENOTILT shreds the envelope with face-melting gameplay & graphics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.1%, Cyberpunk 20.4%, Arcade 16.8%, Sci-fi 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%
- #24 Akai Katana Shin
80% matchVery Positive96% of 108 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Be guided anew into an epic tale set in the Taisho era with three titles from Cave's Akai Katana series that has captured the hearts of passionate shoot 'em up fans. New features include an online leaderboard and new musical arrangements.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.2%, Shooter 21.9%, Arcade 20.6%, Retro 8.1%, Action 7.5%
- #25 DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours
81% matchVery Positive82% of 820 reviews2015
Dev: PyramidPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours is the latest installment in Taito's DARIUS series of arcade-style shooting games. Blast hordes of alien sea-monsters, and blaze your own trail through branching environments.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 64.7%, Arcade 21.8%, Shooter 6.8%, Action 5.5%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #26 Dimension Tripper Neptune: TOP NEP
79% matchVery Positive95% of 728 reviews2022
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Older Neptune and friends shoot and slash through enemies of Gamindustri in this rail shooter!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 52.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Arcade 9.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.7%, Action 4.1%
- #27 Assault Suit Leynos
81% matchMixed62% of 253 reviews2016
Dev: Dracue SoftwarePub: Rising Star Games
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 31%
A classic reawakens – Assault Suit Leynos is back and in high definition! Get ready for all-out robotic war as the fan-favourite Mega Drive classic is reworked with all new HD visuals for the ultimate alien-blasting experience!
Why similar: Mechs 43.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Robots 17.6%, Action 10.9%
- #28 Blazing Chrome
77% matchVery Positive87% of 1,954 reviews2019
Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 13.7%, Retro 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%
- #29 Graze Counter
77% matchVery Positive96% of 318 reviews2017
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Mechs 16.3% ★, Arcade 11.8%, 1990's 10.4%, Sci-fi 9.8%
- #30 WOLFLAME
78% matchVery Positive86% of 119 reviews2016
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.9%, Shooter 16.3%, Arcade 15.9%, Sci-fi 8.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%
- #31 SWARMRIDER OMEGA
78% matchMostly Positive78% of 126 reviews2017
Dev: Walter Machado
Windows · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 7.5 hrs≥1hr: 33%
SWARMRIDER OMEGA is an "endless runner"+"twin stick shooter" ARCADE mashup. Based on SWARMRIDERS(2016), OMEGA is a darker and faster version, featuring the Saint from UBERMOSH Vol.5.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Cyberpunk 21.6%, Arcade 19.1%, Retro 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%
- #32 Sektori
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 860 reviews2025
Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 9.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Sektori is an intense, fast paced twin-stick shooter infused with hard hitting techno music. A game where the high-adrenaline gameplay, visuals, and music come together to transport you into another state of consciousness.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.7%, Arcade 22.5%, Shooter 17.3%, Futuristic 9.8%, Action 4.3%
- #33 Neon Inferno
73% matchVery Positive94% of 391 reviews2025
Dev: Zenovia InteractivePub: Retroware
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
NYC 2055: a city beyond salvation. Blast your way through this dense cyberpunk jungle in NEON INFERNO, an explosive fusion of 2D run-and-gun and gallery-shooter, and help the Family dominate its streets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Cyberpunk 13.7%, Arcade 10.5%, Sci-fi 10.4%, Shooter 10.3%
- #34 Vital Shell
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,640 reviews2026
Dev: MarvinWizard
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
Vital Shell is a single player top-down arena shooter that puts you in control of mechs inspired by classic fantasy archetypes. Unlock powerful synergies with unique weapons, traits, and abilities as you take on increasingly challenging waves of enemies in a shattered realm.
Why similar: Mechs 51.8% ★, Arcade 24.8%, Dark 11%, Action 8.5%, Singleplayer 3.9%
- #35 Blaster Master Zero 3
75% matchVery Positive88% of 485 reviews2021
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
The Pinnacle of Mutant Blasting Action Is Here! — Blaster Master Zero 3's hybrid of sidescrolling and top-down action is back for its 3rd chapter, and more intense than ever before!
Why similar: Futuristic 20.1%, 1980s 18.6%, 1990's 14.9%, Retro 11.9%, Sci-fi 11.7%
- #36 DEMON'S TILT
75% matchVery Positive95% of 995 reviews2019
Dev: WIZNWARPub: FLARB LLC
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 64%
TURBO CHARGED PINBALL RETURNS! Now with bigger sprites, more baddies, more secrets & MORE BULLETS! Demon's Tilt pushes the limits of the Video Pinball genre with SHMUP & Hack N' Slash elements.
Why similar: Arcade 35.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, 1990's 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 13.1%, Action 11.7%
- #37 Steel Empire
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 112 reviews2018
Dev: mebius.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Steel Empire is a steam punk shoot'em up game featuring a frantic combat filled with powerful enemies and insane obstacles. Enjoy a beautiful world and retro game-play as you dodge and shoot your way through classical stages to fight the evil empire!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 58.9%, Action 17.5%, Retro 16%, Singleplayer 4%, 2D 3.7%
- #38 TechBeat Heart
74% matchVery Positive93% of 97 reviews2021
Dev: Lost Machine Games
Windows · Linux
SCORCHING TECHBEAT ACTION! A frantic combo-based score attack shooter. Make combos to earn more time. Master all weapons and defeat a raving mad machine. 100% arcade action. Online ranking. Lots of achievements. A Dual Gunstrike spin off.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.2%, Arcade 15.2%, Shooter 14%, Robots 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.3%
- #39 SHOCK TROOPERS
76% matchVery Positive83% of 274 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 41%
“SHOCK TROOPERS ”, the fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game released exclusively on NEOGEO MVS in 1997, returns to the battlefield on Steam!Progress through the battlefield, choosing the best routes and strategy!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.9%, Arcade 30%, Action 15.9%, Retro 15.7%, 2D 3.4%
- #40 Rez Infinite
73% matchVery Positive92% of 1,259 reviews2017
Dev: Monstars Inc.Pub: Enhance
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
The legendary action-shooter finally comes to PC, and in style! Blast your way through mind-melting visuals and amazing beats, all in your quest through cyberspace to save a world on the verge of collapse. Playable on your desktop or in fully immersive VR.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 52.2% ★, Cyberpunk 9.9%, Multiple Endings 9.8%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 8%
- #41 ASTROLANCER
71% matchVery Positive98% of 145 reviews2024
Dev: Studio Hexeye
Windows
ASTROLANCER combines top-down shooter and shoot 'em up gameplay into one action-packed experience! Devise your own playstyle with a huge variety of weapons. Hardcore and casual players alike are welcome!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Futuristic 12.6%, Retro 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Robots 9.7%
- #42 KAMUI
74% matchVery Positive90% of 221 reviews2014
Dev: SITER SKAINPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 31%
Centuries have passed since the events of RefleX and mankind has once again attained civilization. Now, ancient technology born of a twisted mind sets in motion a chain of events designed to bring divine retribution down upon mankind.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 68.4%, Shooter 17.4%, Action 14.2%
- #43 BLUE REVOLVER
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 888 reviews2016
Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 64.6%, Arcade 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 8%, Action 5.5%, Shooter 4.7%
- #44 Steel Vampire
72% matchVery Positive91% of 98 reviews2018
Dev: AkiragoyaPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Hear the shrieks of colliding metal! Behold the true form of steel! An explosive onslaught of shooting action!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 55%, Arcade 19.5%, Action 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 8.3%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #45 SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad
73% matchMixed52% of 159 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 40%
“SHOCK TROOPERS 2nd Squad”, the sequel to the NEOGEO fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game, returns to the missions on the Steam battlefield!
Why similar: Arcade 54.5%, Action 38.6%, 2D 7%
- #46 Danmaku Unlimited 3
70% matchVery Positive87% of 243 reviews2017
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.8%, Arcade 19.9%, Sci-fi 15.6%, Action 9.7%
- #47 Jet Lancer
68% matchVery Positive93% of 1,217 reviews2020
Dev: Code WakersPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Jet Lancer is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you duel enemy aviators, hunt giant robots, and defy death at supersonic speeds as you evolve from an unknown rookie aviator into a once-in-a-generation ACE pilot.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 14.1%, Sci-fi 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 9.9%
- #48 Fight'N Rage
68% matchVery Positive91% of 3,189 reviews2017
Dev: sebagamesdev
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Fight’N Rage is a brand new old-school side-scroller beat’em up. Inspired by the classics from the “golden age”, and with an art style that mimics the aesthetic from the 90's arcade gems, this game pays homage to all classic gameplay features that makes this genre one of the best from its time!
Why similar: Multiple Endings 32.4%, Arcade 23.9%, Retro 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Action 9.4%
- #49 Supercharged Robot VULKAISER
70% matchVery Positive94% of 326 reviews2015
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
70s giant robot anime-inspired side-scrolling shooting from the creators of SATAZIUS and GIGANTIC ARMY!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.7%, Mechs 31% ★, Shooter 11.3%, Action 8.5%, Retro 5.4%
- #50 Orbital Gear
69% matchVery Positive83% of 1,807 reviews2014
Dev: Night Node
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Orbital Gear is a fast paced sidescroller shooter where you utilize the gravitation of celestial objects to give you momentum through space. Arm your Mech with two of the twelve different weapons and destroy your enemies.
Why similar: Mechs 48.9% ★, Shooter 19.6%, Sci-fi 16.8%, Action 13.5%, 2D 1.3%
- #51 Space Invaders Extreme
69% matchVery Positive87% of 267 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 2.9 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 27.9%, Shooter 15.2%, Arcade 14%, Sci-fi 13.2%, Futuristic 9.7%
- #52 ULTRA0
64% matchVery Positive99% of 73 reviews2026
Dev: PenGames
Windows
An easy-to-play, fast-paced 3D shooter meets sci-fi yuri visual novel — a non-stop thrill ride from start to finish!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 56% ★, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9%, Pixel Graphics 6%, Sci-fi 5.2%
- #53 ETHER VAPOR Remaster
70% matchMostly Positive77% of 318 reviews2012
Dev: EdelweissPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Ether Vapor Remaster is a cinematic 3D arcade shooter and visual treat from developer Edelweiss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 65.5%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 8.5%, Action 6.5%, Sci-fi 5.3%
- #54 Gunvolt Chronicles: Luminous Avenger iX
67% matchVery Positive90% of 792 reviews2019
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Experience the apeX of 2D action! A new era of 2D action begins now! Get ready for high-speed, stylish 2D side-scrolling action like never before. Inti Creates presents the ultimate in classic 2D action with "Luminous Avenger iX"!
Why similar: Action 50.3%, Pixel Graphics 34.2%, Singleplayer 8.7%, 2D 6.8%
- #55 GRIDD: Retroenhanced
69% matchVery Positive86% of 78 reviews2017
Dev: Antab StudioPub: Kongregate
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
GRIDD: Retroenhanced is an intense arcade-style cyberpunk hacking shoot 'em up with an incredible soundtrack, procedurally generated elements, and electric visuals.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 60.6% ★, Cyberpunk 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Action 8.1%
- #56 Contra: Operation Galuga
64% matchVery Positive87% of 948 reviews2024
Dev: WayForwardPub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 70%
The legendary Contra series returns! This reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the ‘80s features new stages, new enemies, new play mechanics, and co-op combat for up to 4 players!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, 1980s 15.1%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 12.9%, 1990's 12.6%
- #57 MULLET MADJACK
62% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 9,291 reviews2024
Dev: HAMMER95Pub: Epopeia Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
MULLET MADJACK is a HIGH-OCTANE-ACTION SHOOTER that put you directly inside a CLASSIC ANIME. Pick your favorite weapon and reach the last floor; Beat your best time or try again. Haste makes waste… OF YOUR ENEMIES!
Why similar: Cyberpunk 19.1%, Arcade 16.7%, Shooter 16.1%, 1980s 12.7%, 1990's 10.4%
- #58 MIGHTY GUNVOLT BURST
67% matchVery Positive89% of 236 reviews2019
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Enter a virtual world of cyber-landscapes and unravel the mystery behind its creation! "Mighty Gunvolt Burst" is a retro-style 2D side-scrolling action game with an authentic feel. Play as "Beck," "Gunvolt," or "Ekoro," and experience their new stories in this unique parallel universe.
Why similar: Action 50.6%, Retro 49.4%