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  1. #1 Hyperbolic Ignition
    97% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2018
    Dev: Kevin Nguyen
    Windows

    Hyperbolic Ignition is a 2D multidirectional bullet hell-like shooter about a wandering pilot trying to return home. By utilizing wormholes, enter and evade combat against hostile spaceships, machinery, sentient crystals, and remnants of warfare.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Space 10.7%, Action 8.7%

  2. #2 Spaced Liberation
    96% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: hoiJesse
    Windows

    Spaced Liberation is a very small indie game about the liberation of a planet.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 14.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Top-Down Shooter 11.3%, Action Roguelike 10%, Arcade 7.7%

  3. #3 Laser Droplets
    96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Kikashi Online
    Windows · Mac

    Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Top-Down Shooter 11.7%, Action 7.3%

  4. #4 1x! Space Adventure
    95% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
    Dev: Lunar Madcap
    Windows

    1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 11.8%, Shooter 10.6%

  5. #5 Startide
    94% matchMixed63% of 24 reviews2017
    Dev: Swimming ScorpionsPub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
    Windows · Mac

    Play as an elite pilot driving the Interstellar Recon Mecha geared with an unique set of weapons and special abilities. Create deadly fleet with gathered parts and weapons! Try out Startide's editor to make new spaceships with various technology you find along your journey.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Action 12.4%, Shooter 12.1%

  6. #6 Crush The Rebellion!
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: GameBeast Productions
    Windows · Linux

    The galactic empire is under siege from the rebel scum in all directions! Fight through endless waves of rebel ships using all of the weapons and resources at your disposal as you execute your sole orders: to Crush The Rebellion!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Top-Down Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 9.7%

  7. #7 4D:XD
    93% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Ryan Brammen
    Windows

    4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 8.1%

  8. #8 Exo-Calibre
    91% matchPositive86% of 21 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 22.8%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Shooter 8.7%, Top-Down 6.3%

  9. #9 Stellar Space
    92% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: Next Step Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Stellar Space is a new take on a classic arcade game with a modern, rogue-like, form for new players to enjoy!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Top-Down Shooter 12.5%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Bullet Hell 10%, Arcade 7.6%

  10. #10 Space Blade
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mountain Of Games
    Windows

    Single player, top down, retro space-shooter, destroy enemies and fight bullet-hell bosses, upgrade during runs and after them to progress further and faster.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Action Roguelike 16%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 8.4%

  11. #11 Rocky Mayhem
    90% matchVery Positive88% of 52 reviews2024
    Dev: SepSlitherPub: Frederik Holst
    Windows

    Systems are down and require time to repair, leaving you with a basic gunship with no hopes of escaping an aggressive asteroid event. Will you be able to survive the increasingly difficult 8 minutes to repair the ship's functions and escape? Also discover a variety of genres, all in one game!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 13.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, Action Roguelike 10.1%, Sci-fi 8.5%

  12. #12 Regular Spacecraft - Defending the Mothership
    89% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2023
    Dev: Angry Pixel
    Windows

    Defeat the enemies. Upgrade the spacecraft. Defend the mothership. Regular Spacecraft - Defending the Mothership is a shoot em'up game with roguelite elements.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Action Roguelike 13.9%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%, Shooter 7.1%

  13. #13 Voidcutter Fuzor
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Howling Cat Games LLC
    Windows · Linux

    Battle through waves of enemies, taking their power for your own in this retro-styled arcade shoot'em up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Action Roguelike 14.4%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Shooter 9.1%, Arcade 8.8%

  14. #14 Arcade Forever
    88% 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: Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Shooter 10.1%, Space 9.6%

  15. #15 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    87% matchPositive75% of 12 reviews2026
    Dev: N11 Games Division
    Windows

    A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 9.6%, Top-Down 7.5%

  16. #16 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    86% 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 22.4%, Bullet Hell 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 6.7%

  17. #17 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
    86% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2018
    Dev: PopTea Games
    Windows

    CRAZY APPLIANCES is a fast paced top-down shooter game! The elect robots are insane, heroes! Fight your way by using various weapons and powerful items to defeat them in different dangerous situation!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Top-Down 9.1%, Arcade 9.1%

  18. #18 Spoils of a Starfighter
    85% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: R J L Jones
    Windows

    A space survival roguelike where you upgrade your ship over the course of the game, and unlock new ships and weapon mods as you progress over multiple games.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.2%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 11.2%, Action 10%

  19. #19 Exorush
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Thrashmodule
    Windows

    A 2D vertical shoot 'em up that lets you upgrade your ship with an insane amount of options. From missiles and pods to specials and shields, you can upgrade every bit of your ship from guns to thrusters.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 10.7%, Shooter 9.9%

  20. #20 Giant Enemy Robot Crabs
    84% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Raging Slime
    Windows

    Crush the countless crabs while blasting your way through the cancer zone!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Space 15.4%, Arcade 11.3%, Roguelike 8.7%, Shooter 8.3%

  21. #21 Lobstar: Arcade Version
    83% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Team Lobstar
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Punch through the cosmos! An arcade-inspired shoot-em-up where you play as an immortal lobster speeding through space.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 11%, Action 7.8%

  22. #22 Endless Space Scrap
    82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: GESpacecraft
    Windows

    Dodge, collect, and survive. Every piece of salvage you grab makes your ship deadlier and tougher.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Bullet Hell 11.1%, Top-Down 9.6%, Space 9.1%

  23. #23 Neon Blitz
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Binary Sunrise
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A fast-paced action roguelike where explosive combat fuels 'Blitz' ultimates—a rage mode that dominates the battlefield. Endure relentless battles, enhance your arsenal, and evolve powerful abilities. Each run opens new tactical possibilities in this intense arena shooter.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.9%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.9%, Top-Down Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 9%

  24. #24 PhaigeX: Hyperspace Survivors
    81% matchPositive84% of 32 reviews2024
    Dev: Traitorean Games
    Windows

    PhaigeX is a fast-paced "Bullet Heaven" space shooter, tasking the player to explore space sectors and contain a rising incursion of rogue AI-controlled units. Pilot a variety of ships, call in the support craft, and use a myriad of upgrades to lay down heavy firepower towards the enemy forces.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12.4%, Action Roguelike 11.8%, Space 7.3%

  25. #25 The Outer Space Bugs
    81% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2023
    Dev: Jhozao
    Windows

    Exterminate the bugs that are hidden on the dark side of the moon. A game based on space exploration, with a variety of items and monsters and a evil to be defeated. Adventure in this space experience and destroy them.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Roguelike 7.6%

  26. #26 Space Slinger
    80% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 8bitditsPub: D^2
    Windows · Mac

    Space Slinger is an arcade roguelike about a traveler and his recoil-packed gun. Unlock unique weapons and broken builds as you conquer space one enemy at a time.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Shooter 6.2%

  27. #27 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
    79% matchVery Positive97% of 357 reviews2021
    Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 8.0 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: Bullet Hell 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Arcade 11.9%, Top-Down Shooter 11.4%, Shooter 9%

  28. #28 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
    79% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: JMC
    Windows · Linux

    Defender's Squad is a sci-fi vertical scrolling shooter 2D that combines 7 different levels. Play Solo and pick one of the 3 ships to kill enemies and save the earth from aliens.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 11%, Space 10.9%, Shooter 10%, Top-Down 9.5%

  29. #29 Time Wasters
    77% matchVery Positive88% of 2,590 reviews2023
    Dev: Proton Studio
    Windows
    Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 13.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Time Wasters is a space shooter bullet heaven roguelite. Equip and upgrade weapons, destroy swarms of enemies, and collect Time & Space Cubes to bend the timeline to your advantage.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Top-Down 6.4%

  30. #30 Orchid Glitter
    78% 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 22.7%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Arcade 6.5%, Pixel Graphics 6%

  31. #31 Star Jet Alpha
    78% 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: Bullet Hell 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Space 12.6%, Arcade 10%

  32. #32 The Last Crypt
    77% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Shuro
    Windows

    Help to restore the power of the last crypt in the fantasy world! With the power of Death herself, obtain new heroes, guns and skills to create powerful combinations in this roguelite top down survivors game.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.6%, Action Roguelike 16.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 12.7%, Shooter 10.3%

  33. #33 Zannon
    76% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: JimJams Games
    Windows

    Zannon is our take on the classic shooters of the late 1980's and early 1990's. Blast your way through 10 challanging levels, collect awesome power-ups, battle numereous different enemies, base and gun platforms. - Love retro and you'll love Zannon.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Arcade 9.6%, Top-Down 7.2%

  34. #34 Gun Runners
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tiger Drop Games Ltd
    Windows

    Blast your way through ever increasing hordes of space bandits and alien creatures in this action roguelite. Level up your character and obtain powerful upgrade items with a variety of effects. Procedurally generated enemy waves and item choices prevent any two runs from playing out the same way.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.1%, Action Roguelike 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Shooter 7.1%

  35. #35 STARR RINGER
    76% 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: Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Sci-fi 10.8%, Arcade 9.7%

  36. #36 Don't PANIC!
    73% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: YuTech
    Windows

    A fast‑paced symphony of destruction where you are always outnumbered. Survival demands constant motion, sharp evasion, and smart arsenal management.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Space 10%, Action Roguelike 9.3%

  37. #37 Cosmonator
    75% matchVery Positive87% of 101 reviews2019
    Dev: Bourbontank
    Windows

    Cosmonator is an 'RPG-em-up': a hybrid of classic fast-paced top-down shoot-em-up action infused with deep character building elements. Build up your own unique alien-killing machine to avenge the destruction of planet Earth!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Action 10.2%, Space 6%

  38. #38 RPM - Road Punk Mayhem
    73% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Hit the road for explosive bullet hell action through a post-apocalyptic wasteland!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, Shooter 9%, Sci-fi 8.4%

  39. #39 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
    74% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: G-MODE
    Windows

    It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 10.3%

  40. #40 Dininho Space Adventure
    74% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
    Dev: Dininho
    Windows

    Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 12.4%, Shooter 11.4%

  41. #41 Project AionIX
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AionBlaze Studio
    Windows

    Blast through waves of alien enemies in Project AionIX! Master your piloting skills, dodge, and survive in this fast-paced space shooter!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Shooter 9.9%, Sci-fi 9.1%

  42. #42 BALL x PIT
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 23,880 reviews2025
    Dev: Kenny Sun and FriendsPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 13.5 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    BALL x PIT is a brick-breaking, ball-fusing, base-building survival roguelite. Batter hordes of enemies with ricocheting balls and gather the riches of the pit to expand your homestead, generate resources and recruit unique heroes.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Top-Down Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 10.2%

  43. #43 Paper Nebula
    72% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2022
    Dev: Pixel Bakery
    Windows

    Paper Nebula is a fast-paced arcade-style scroller, reinvented as a Roguelike! This space shooter will have you blasting through endless waves of alien ships while trying to scout a way out of the nebula. With adorable paper-style graphics and intense gameplay, who wouldn't want to be trapped here?

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Top-Down Shooter 13.2%, Space 10.6%, Arcade 8.4%

  44. #44 Cosmic Carnage: Prologue
    71% matchVery Positive93% of 69 reviews2023
    Dev: LionSwordPub: LionSword Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Prepare for an interstellar showdown like no other in a gripping roguelike top-down twin-stick shooter set in the vast depths of space. Pilot your advanced starship, engaging in relentless battles against hordes of alien adversaries. Destroy, Collect, Upgrade, Die, Unlock, Repeat.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Top-Down Shooter 13.3%, Action Roguelike 12.1%, Shooter 6.9%

  45. #45 Voidwatch
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Dusk Blossom Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Voidwatch is a silky-smooth space shooter roguelike. Hop from planet to planet, facing off against the Cult of the Void as you fight to free the galaxy from their clutches. Collect new weapons and powerful modifications to improve your Voidhawk Infiltrator starship & lay waste to your foes!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Action Roguelike 17.4%, Bullet Hell 13%, Space 12.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.9%

  46. #46 Polygon Attack
    72% matchVery Positive88% of 268 reviews2016
    Dev: Magnolia Art
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Break through unlimited waves of enemies and fight unpredictable bosses!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Space 13.1%, Top-Down Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 9.2%

  47. #47 Eridani Survivors
    70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Dragon Dropper
    Windows · Linux

    Can you survive the Empire's onslaught? Avoid the attacking enemies and upgrade your ship to last long enough to escape in this space survivorslike.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.4%, Action Roguelike 14.1%, Space 11.6%, Top-Down Shooter 11.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.4%

  48. #48 Zombie Survivors - last soldier -
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SweetsEnjoyer
    Windows

    Choose your favorite gun and build, then shoot down the approaching zombies while aiming for the highest round possible. "Zombie Survivors - last soldier -" is a roguelike casual shooting game.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Shooter 7%

  49. #49 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
    70% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
    Dev: Strides Interactive Game Studio
    Windows

    SHOOT 'EM UP!Starlight: Eye of The Storm is a 2D Vertical SHMUP set in a 3D background. Unleash your special powers, upgrade your weapons! Take on 10 Arcade stages or 15 Campaign missions! Drift (auto-pivot mode) behind your enemies and take them on with style!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Space 10%, Shooter 8.5%

  50. #50 Strelitzia
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Sorgintza
    Windows · Linux

    An arcade style bullet-hell shoot 'em up where you'll have to dodge thousands of bullets.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Bullet Hell 23%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Arcade 12.3%, Top-Down 7.5%

  51. #51 WOLFLAME
    71% matchVery Positive85% of 116 reviews2016
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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 25.9%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Arcade 11.3%, Shooter 10.3%, Top-Down 7%

  52. #52 Psyvariar 3
    69% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Banana BytesPub: Red Art Games
    Windows

    Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 8.3%

  53. #53 BroodStar
    68% matchVery Positive95% of 99 reviews2022
    Dev: David Schmidthoffer
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    BroodStar is a classic arcade shmup with roguelike elements. Acquire crazy item combos, encounter strange events and fight challenging bosses on a quest to destroy the living planet, the BroodStar.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 14.2%, Space 8.5%, Roguelike 7.2%

  54. #54 Space Hero: Intergalactic Titan
    68% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Nomad Plays
    Windows

    A top-down "bullet-heaven" roguelite where you play as a futuristic space marine. Use a variety of damage and utility abilities in your attempt to survive. Earn tokens to spend on permanent character upgrades, ability upgrades, and ability mods that allow you to customize your playstyle.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25%, Action Roguelike 18%, Sci-fi 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.6%, Space 7%

  55. #55 Entomophobia
    67% matchPositive88% of 40 reviews2024
    Dev: VuVuu
    Windows

    Unleash Mass Insect Extermination! Entomophobia is a casual Bullet Heaven with rogue-lite elements. Slay bugs, amass upgrades, and escalate your power against the swarms. Crush, upgrade, dominate – the insect reign ends with you!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Arcade 7.8%

  56. #56 PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Chain Damage Games
    Windows

    PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift is a sci-fi shoot 'em up game in the style of arcade classics. Dodge barrages of attacks, survive bullet hell bosses, and save Prismidia!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.2%, Sci-fi 7.6%

  57. #57 Void Scrappers
    67% matchVery Positive89% of 608 reviews2022
    Dev: 8BitSkull
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Blast hordes of alien ships into junk. Collect the scrap to upgrade your ship into an unstoppable force of destruction. Unlock new characters and weapons and upgrade your stats between runs.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Action Roguelike 14%, Space 8.3%

  58. #58 Asteroidia
    66% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Duk Studios
    Windows

    A simple and fun space shooter.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 7.3%

  59. #59 HYPERWIRED
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SIDRALGAMESPub: SelectaPlay
    Windows

    Hyperwired is a classic top-down action shooter, where your spaceship has a plug hanging from it. Wire yourself into sockets, gather upgrades, and unlock ships as you explore a procedurally generated galaxy with roguelike elements.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Action Roguelike 12.6%, Top-Down Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 7.7%

  60. #60 Dungeon Man
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Neverknow247
    Windows

    A bullet-hell dungeon game where you use colored gems to match the enemy in order to deal damage. Each enemy type has a unique attack style. Shoot and Dodge as you search for the evil toilet snake which lies deep within the dungeon.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Top-Down 9%, Action 6.8%

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