Games Like Nitro Express

A high-tempo shooting game with simple controls! Upgrade your character with cards and defend the gates from your enemies.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.6%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, Shooter 17.7%, Anime 11.5%, Cute 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: Shares the exact same blend of high-speed arcade gunplay and cute anime-style pixel art.

In order to save their school after it turns into a massive demonic castle, two "Demon Hunter" sisters slash and shoot their way through this 2D action adventure. Players can swap between control of both characters on the fly, each with entirely different skillsets.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.7%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Platformer 14.4%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Anime 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: Features tight 2D side-scrolling action with a focus on character-swapping and anime aesthetics.

A fast-paced shooter with simple controls. Enhance your character by purchasing cards and hold the line against waves of hostile mechs as an employee of a private military company.

Why similar: Shooter 18.7%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Cute 13.5%, Anime 13.3%

Why You'll Like It: Continues the intense, fast-paced shooter gameplay of its predecessor with improved visuals and mechanics.

There's trouble once again in River City, and this time only the girls can save the day! Using a variety of attacks, weapons, and items, these hot-blooded heroines are ready to teach the city’s lowlifes a lesson - either solo or in 2-player co-op! It’s an old-school rumble for a new generation!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 50.5%, Female Protagonist 16.6%, Anime 8.4%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%, Side Scroller 5%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the vibrant, urban, and cute aesthetic while delivering satisfying beat-em-up action.

Super Alloy Ranger is a 2D side-scrolling action game. Play as Marksman Kelly or Combat Robot No.2 to challenge different levels within the dangerous Machine Empire and unlock new weapons. Use Kelly’s shooting and No.2’s deathblows to defeat abnormal Machine Bosses!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 50.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.5%, Action 14.9%, Female Protagonist 7.7%, Anime 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed 2D action platformer that mirrors the fluid movement and combat intensity of Nitro Express.

This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.

Why similar: Shooter 33.2%, Female Protagonist 22.2%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Action 11.8%, 2D 8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers top-tier side-scrolling shooter mechanics with a polished, modern arcade feel.

Rosenkreuzstilette is a mega-action-platformer game in which you step into the shoes of Spiritia Rosenberg, a virtuous young woman caught on the wrong side of a revolution instigated by her closest friends.

Why similar: Side Scroller 18.5%, Beat 'em up 17.8%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Platformer 11.5%, 2D Platformer 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A classic anime-style action platformer that focuses on challenging boss fights and character-driven combat.

Maiden Cops is a Beat'em Up full of classic, arcade-style action and ass kicking. Choose among the gorgeous Maiden Cops policewomen, tackle crime in Maiden City and enjoy premium-level pixel art and a breathtaking soundtrack.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28.6%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines a retro beat-em-up style with the specific anime-girl-in-the-city aesthetic.

Fight your way through endless waves of holoX's minions! Gear up with all sorts of equipment and items in this action packed beat-em-up to reach the 5 bosses of hololive's "holoX", and put a stop to their plans!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 35.5%, Side Scroller 22%, Female Protagonist 14.5%, Anime 7.2%, Cute 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A beat-em-up that perfectly aligns with the cute, high-energy aesthetic and pixel-art style.

Take control of one of three playable characters (Gunvolt, Ekoro, and Beck) as you blast your way past the baddies in stage after stage of side-scrolling action! Each stage ends with a boss encounter. Defeat the boss to complete the stage.

Why similar: Side Scroller 37.3%, Platformer 33.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Action 12.3%, Indie 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers fast-paced, retro-inspired gun action that feels right at home for fans of the genre.

Harness the power of dark energy as you jump, slash, shoot and bombard your way through an army of alien soldiers and killer robots in an arcade style, twin-stick shooter with a slick 80's synthwave soundtrack.

Why similar: Mechs 22.8% ★, Side Scroller 19%, 2D Platformer 13%, Shooter 9.7%, Platformer 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: Features fast-paced 2D action with a heavy focus on gunplay and platforming agility.

In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.

Why similar: Side Scroller 30.6%, Shooter 17.3%, 2D Platformer 12.1%, Platformer 12%, Arcade 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: The definitive arcade-style run-and-gun experience that captures the chaotic energy of 90s action games.

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: Platformer 30.6%, Anime 23.2%, Pixel Graphics 17.3%, 2D 12.3%, Action 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: A masterclass in modern run-and-gun design that balances platforming with precise shooting.

Physical Layer is a stylish, top-down shooter with cute, gun-toting characters. Utilize three powerful abilities to overcome a total of 240 stages, filled with a variety of enemies and challenges.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.9%, Shooter 21.1%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Military 14.6%, Cute 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: A 2D platformer that integrates shooter elements with a similar indie-anime vibe.

Beyond Citadel is an anime style retro throwback shooter inspired by the classics of the 90's, with realistic gunplay mechanics, anime violence and fast paced combat. Fight your way through the heavily armed mechanical fortress and discover the secret that lies beneath.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 30%, Shooter 26.9%, Anime 15.9%, Cute 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

Why You'll Like It: While an FPS, it shares the specific anime-shooter aesthetic and high-octane combat loop.

A 2.5D top-down, roguelike shooter set in a base that has been taken over by a revolt of robots.

Why similar: Mechs 51.5% ★, Female Protagonist 25.7%, Action 10.7%, Cute 5.2%, Anime 4.3%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that highlights cute anime characters in a fast-paced shooting environment.

Gensokyo Night Festival is a 2D action-exploration game set in the world of Gensokyo.Join Suika Ibuki as she wreaks havoc throughout Gensokyo against the backdrop of the festival held at Hakurei Shrine.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 19.5%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Female Protagonist 12.3%, 2D Platformer 9.9%, Platformer 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: A polished action-heavy platformer that features fluid combat and beautiful pixel art.

Hunter Girls is a side-scrolling action shooter featuring anime-inspired characters, fast-paced combat, and arcade-style gameplay focused on reflexes and replayability.

Why similar: Runner 23.3%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2D Platformer 12.5%, Shooter 9.5%, Platformer 9%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling platformer that features similar character designs and arcade-style progression.

「Maybe one day, I won't have to fight when I fly.」

Why similar: Shooter 20.2%, Cute 19.6%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Anime 14.5%, Arcade 12.7%

Why You'll Like It: An on-rails shooter that highlights cute anime characters and intense projectile-based combat.

Angels swooping across a disastrous sky! The shoot 'em up of gothic horrors is back

Why similar: Side Scroller 22.4%, 2D Platformer 16.7%, Shooter 14.7%, Arcade 12.1%, Cute 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade shooter that shares the gothic-cute aesthetic and intense bullet-hell gameplay.

Cotton Reboot! is a completely remastered version of Cotton.Fantastic Night Dreams, the originator of the witchy shooting game released 30 years ago, with new features and the latest visual design.

Why similar: Side Scroller 23.9%, 2D Platformer 17.8%, Shooter 16.2%, Arcade 13.3%, Cute 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade shooter that features a cute protagonist and vibrant, chaotic gameplay.

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: Mechs 32.6% ★, Female Protagonist 13%, Arcade 11.1%, Shooter 11%, Cute 8.2%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on high-intensity bullet-hell action with a distinct anime-inspired visual style.

Attacker-chan! is a 2.5D short, roguelike action game with cute animations. Complete your missions by subduing out-of-control mechs.

Why similar: Mechs 32% ★, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Military 13.2%, Cute 12.9%, Anime 11%

Why You'll Like It: Features cute anime characters in a fast-paced action-roguelike setting that emphasizes constant movement.

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: Side Scroller 29.8%, Female Protagonist 15.4%, Shooter 15%, Platformer 14.4%, Arcade 13.4%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling shooter that offers a cyberpunk aesthetic and fast-paced combat.

In this refreshing and exciting shooting game, lead the brave and fearless girl soldiers to fight with the enemy. Refit different types of machine armour, reasonably deploy machine soldiers with different skills, repel all kinds of enemies, and protect the Empire behind you in the gunfire.

Why similar: Mechs 47.1% ★, Shooter 15.3%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Arcade 10.1%, Anime 9%

Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that blends mech customization with an anime aesthetic.

“METAL SLUG 3”, the masterpiece in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game series, still continues to fascinate millions of fans worldwide to this day for its intricate dot-pixel graphics, and simple and intuitive game controls, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!

Why similar: Side Scroller 35.4%, Arcade 32.6%, Shooter 12.6%, Action 7.1%, Platformer 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: The quintessential arcade run-and-gun game that serves as the foundation for the entire genre.

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.9%, Platformer 26.2%, Anime 14.9%, Action 11.1%, 2D 8.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on stylish, high-speed 2D combat with a heavy emphasis on gun-based abilities.

Play as Shiranui Flare in this retro action platformer, wielding her dual pistols, as you explore the world on a quest to save your friends!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 21.5%, Platformer 17.8%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Cute 10%, Female Protagonist 8.6%

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: 2D Platformer 23.2%, Shooter 20.8%, Cute 11.1%, Anime 9.9%, Military 9.5%

Why You'll Like It: An action-roguelike that leans into the anime-girl-with-guns theme with a focus on survival.

RedEx is a 2D shooter with Tower Defence mechanics, with a minimalist pixel art stile. You are to fight against mercenaries of underground smuggling organization which pretends to be a logistic corporation called RedExpress.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 25.7%, Side Scroller 16.9%, 2D Platformer 15.3%, Platformer 12.8%, Arcade 11.2%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a straightforward, arcade-style 2D action experience with platforming elements.

「青春 x スポーツシューティング」がコンセプトの アーケードスタイルFPSゲームです。連続した部屋を素早く駆け抜け 点在するターゲットを倒しましょう。素早く 精密に 連続して倒すことが出来れば より高得点が狙えます。

Why similar: Shooter 28.1%, Female Protagonist 24.1%, Arcade 22.6%, Cute 18.6%, Action 4.6%

A light-hearted FPS. Jam-packed with 15 missions, each with a different theme. Take out various targets, everything from trains, cars, to bombs and helicopters. Everything EXCEPT people!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.9%, Shooter 22.7%, Anime 18.2%, Action 15.1%, Cute 10.1%

Older Neptune and friends shoot and slash through enemies of Gamindustri in this rail shooter!

Why similar: Arcade 29.2%, Female Protagonist 20%, Anime 16.6%, Action 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%

Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.

Why similar: Cute 16.8%, Anime 16.1%, Female Protagonist 15.9%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Side Scroller 12%

Step into the shoes of Freudia Neuwahl, a cool and collected young woman on a mission to save her best friend from an Imperial witch hunt. "Rosenkreuzstilette Freudenstachel" is the sequel to "Rosenkreuzstilette", a level-based 2D side scrolling action game for PC.

Why similar: Side Scroller 19.5%, Beat 'em up 15.7%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Platformer 12.2%, Arcade 8.2%

The original beautiful girl side-scrolling shooter is back! This work commemorates the 30th anniversary of the Cotton series.

Why similar: Shooter 31.7%, Arcade 27.4%, Female Protagonist 27.1%, Action 12.2%, Singleplayer 1.6%

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: Arcade 26.5%, Female Protagonist 17.6%, Anime 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.8%, Shooter 9.1%

Help Reisen Udongein Inaba navigate through 14 action packed stages in this exhilarating 2D Bullet Hell Platformer based on Touhou Project!

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.1%, 2D Platformer 23.2%, Platformer 17.8%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Action 7.6%

"Kats Trigger" is story-driven, hyper-speed action. Shoot, slash, and fly through explosive combat. In a beautifully crafted pixel art world, witness the bond between Otter and Stray Cat.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 26.5%, Female Protagonist 17%, Platformer 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Anime 11.5%

Sakura Miko and 35P are ready for battle! Miko Sniper is a chaotic shooting game where you get to shoot, burn and explode your enemies!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 29%, Shooter 22.2%, Female Protagonist 21.1%, Cute 12.2%, 2D 7%

Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.

Why similar: Side Scroller 28.4%, Female Protagonist 17.2%, Platformer 14.4%, Anime 10.3%, Shooter 10.2%

Virtua Unlimited Project is a 2D pixel-art style ACT game featuring VTuber characters. With classical platformer gameplay, challenging combat, and retro game feelings, VUP presents you a surreal, virtual world in which you will play as Aizawa Kana to venture and seek the truth beneath.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 43%, Anime 16.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.7%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Action 8.1%

This is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up game set in a beautifully drawn Japanese world where you can slay enemies and bullets with simple controls. Parry enemy attacks and use a variety of special moves to defeat powerful demons and evil monsters.

Why similar: Beat 'em up 29.1%, Side Scroller 26.9%, Shooter 13.5%, Cute 9.8%, Anime 6.9%

An inferno roars over a destroyed secret military base. Then, from the flaming rubble...an invincible super robot is reborn! Mechs born of advanced science and modern weaponry battle in heavy weight Run 'n Gun mech shooter!!

Why similar: Mechs 22.2% ★, Beat 'em up 20.4%, Side Scroller 15.3%, 2D Platformer 11.3%, Platformer 9%

Play as Chelshia the chimera in this platforming beat-em-up adventure into the wonderful world of monster girls!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 26%, Platformer 21.5%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.4%, Cute 7%

Multi Turret Academy is a top-down tank action game with roguelike elements. Select your vehicle from a growing list of historical models, then equip dozens of weapons and upgrades to lead your local tank club to victory!

Why similar: Tanks 54.2% ★, Shooter 13.1%, Female Protagonist 11.8%, Anime 9.6%, Cute 8.7%

"Bullet Girls Phantasia" is the latest installment of the all-female third person shooter "Bullet Girls" series. This game is a thrilling action-packed game where cute girls shoot assault rifles and bazookas in a world filled with slimes, orcs, and dragons.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 31.4%, Shooter 30.2%, Cute 17.8%, Anime 13.3%, Action 6.1%

Grody extraterrestrials are pouring through a space-time rift, and only two girls and their turret stand in their way! Lock, load, and blast them to oblivion. Because if they doesn’t survive today, there’s no ‘omurice’ tomorrow! Earth depends on them!

Why similar: Tanks 37.3% ★, Female Protagonist 20.1%, Shooter 18.7%, Military 10.1%, Anime 10%

Metal Unit is a sprawling side-scrolling platformer with roguelite features. Play as Joanna, a soldier on a mission to capture her treasonous sister. Wear the M-Unit 11 suit and battle against monsters and aliens while uncovering the truth about humanity.

Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.6%, Mechs 19.4% ★, Side Scroller 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Action 9.2%

An action platformer with size-changing mechanics. Be quick and nimble or large and in-charge!

Why similar: Beat 'em up 28%, Side Scroller 19.7%, 2D Platformer 16.8%, Platformer 12.6%, Cute 7.6%

Dolls Nest is a 3D action game where you can customize mecha girls and explore a ruined world. As a Frame Unit, your adventure will pit you against the gigantic autonomous factory world of Hod. Overcome obstacles using the parts at your disposal and uncover the mysteries that lie at its center.

Why similar: Mechs 59.6% ★, Female Protagonist 14.7%, Cute 8.1%, Shooter 6.5%, Anime 5.8%

Seraph is a skill-based, acrobatic shooter... without aiming! Take the role of an angel who's mastered the art of 'Gun Fu' as she blasts and cartwheels her way through hordes of twisted demons.

Why similar: Side Scroller 27.8%, Female Protagonist 25.9%, Platformer 23.3%, Shooter 9.5%, Action 8.6%

Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!

Why similar: Side Scroller 30.7%, Female Protagonist 18.3%, Platformer 13.8%, Anime 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 9%

This game is a time survival game with role-playing and roguelite elements. Through the choice of upgrades in battle to make the character stronger and stronger, defeat the oncoming enemies.

Why similar: Mechs 41.2% ★, Female Protagonist 18.3%, Cute 11.9%, Anime 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%

A 2D platforming adventure featuring fireworks

Why similar: Side Scroller 30.6%, 2D Platformer 20.2%, Female Protagonist 15.3%, Cute 8.7%, Anime 6.7%

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

Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.1%, Cute 21.2%, Arcade 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Anime 8.9%

Bankrupt Heroines 2 is a side-scrolling platformer action game.destroy monsters, get money, upgrade your weapons.crush the evil cat in the end.This game contains sexual contents. and not recommended for people who are allergic to boobs

Why similar: Runner 23%, Side Scroller 16.3%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Shooter 11.6%, Platformer 11.5%

Take on the role of Mako on her quest to seek out and subsequently deliver her, uh, deliverables in this top-down view 2D action game. Jump on top of your enemies and slime them with goo to stop them in their tracks! Get those deliverables delivered!

Why similar: Female Protagonist 34%, Cute 21.2%, Anime 15.3%, 2D 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 11%

Last Command is a fast-paced Snake x Bullet Hell action game. Maneuver through enemies’ barrage of attacks, collect Data Points to deal damage! Mix and match skill chips as you progress, overcome intense Boss battles, and uncover the secrets of their program world...

Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.2%, Arcade 20.9%, Anime 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, 2D 8.4%