
Enter a world of darkness and chaos where the fate of humanity rests on the shoulders of a mysterious nun. Our 2.5D run-and-gun shooter features intense action, epic boss battles, responsive controls, and stunning 3D graphics
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Enter a world of darkness and chaos where the fate of humanity rests on the shoulders of a mysterious nun. Our 2.5D run-and-gun shooter features intense action, epic boss battles, responsive controls, and stunning 3D graphics

R-Type Dimensions III
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.

Santa's Monster Shootout
Monsters and Zombies from all the world are trying to steal the gift packages, they want it all and they want it now. But Santa has guns, big guns!
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Side Scroller 25.5%, 2.5D 23.7%, Shooter 13%, 1990's 4.9%
Monsters and Zombies from all the world are trying to steal the gift packages, they want it all and they want it now. But Santa has guns, big guns!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Side Scroller 25.6%, Shooter 17.6%, Zombies 12.8%, Action 9%
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.1%, Side Scroller 37%, Shooter 16.3%, Action 7.1%, Singleplayer 1.8%
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Side Scroller 32.7%, Shooter 15.3%, 1990's 7.4%, Action 5.4%
In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Side Scroller 24.2%, 2.5D 19.1%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 5.2%
A 2.5D side-scrolling action game. Simple controls and gravity gimmicks. Use gravity abilities to overcome various gimmicks and clear stages.
Why similar: 2.5D 42.2%, Side Scroller 30.8%, Action 11.1%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Singleplayer 3.5%
Black Finger JET is a brand new run & gun from a crack team of genre experts!
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.8%, 2.5D 31.6%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Action 9.6%, Shooter 9.3%
Last Breath is a tense side-scrolling shooter in a fungal-ravaged world, where humanity has become “Spore Zombies.” As the older sister Guan Jin, fight through the ruins to find your lost sibling. Scavenge, adapt, survive. But what awaits: redemption or a deeper nightmare?
Why similar: 2.5D 28.1%, Zombies 16.5%, Shooter 14.9%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Female Protagonist 9.6%
Lock-on to an exhilarating sci-fi shooting fest with the trilogy which put Taito on the 90s arcade shooting map: The Ray Series, together in one collection for the first time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.4%, 2.5D 22.4%, Shooter 16.8%, Female Protagonist 11%, Action 6.4%
You will see the creation of new lives... Capture enemies and fire them back at their allies as enormous beams of energy in this horizontally scrolling shooting game, featuring 5 versions of G-Darius with new features, enhancements, and Steam exclusive extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, 2.5D 22.2%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Shooter 12.3%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
DEMON POSITIVE is a blast 'em up shooter where you run from the Devil and his DEMONS. Gain crazy powerups that make you feel like a DEMON! Collect all three items, awaken the Sleeping Imps, and complete the Ritual.
Why similar: 2.5D 27.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Demons 20.5%, 1990's 10.5%, Shooter 6.7%
A sci-fi action platformer where players can jump, shoot, slash, and shield their way through the 8 Core Robotics and their domains. Conquer levels and bosses in any order and defeat them all to reach the The Citadel - along with the robotic Council that has conquered humanity.
Why similar: 2.5D 25.1%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Shooter 10.8%, Action-Adventure 7.2%
You wake up in a dark forest and you don't know how you got here, and you don't remember anything. But somehow everything changed. You meet strange creatures, and no one is very friendly in this world. Soldiers, monsters and basically everything in this place is trying to end your journey quickly.
Why similar: 2.5D 36.7%, Side Scroller 28%, Action-Adventure 12.4%, Shooter 9.3%, Action 5.6%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 49.6%, Shooter 19.1%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Action 8.9%, Side Scroller 8.2%
Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Side Scroller 28.1%, Shooter 17.9%, 1990's 9.5%, Action 6%
Earth Atlantis is a side-scrolling shooter with an original "Monster-Hunting" gameplay. Search and hunt down dreadful sea monsters and explore the post-apocalyptic underwater world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.1%, Side Scroller 25.5%, 2.5D 17.9%, Shooter 10.7%, Action 6.1%
Get ready for adventures, gather allies, and uncover the secrets of Forest Fury! Your forest is waiting for you to cleanse it of dark forces and restore its former beauty.
Why similar: Side Scroller 38.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 37%, Shooter 16.6%, Action 3.7%, Adventure 1.9%
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.8%, Side Scroller 26.5%, Shooter 18.2%, Action 9.8%, 1990's 8.6%
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 41.5%, Side Scroller 32.5%, Shooter 17.6%, Action 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.6%
Mud River is a horizontal 2D Shoot‘em Up game. The Rio Doce (Sweet River) was a paradise for mankind and animals, but now it has become a territory destroyed by the unscrupulous activities of Dr. Wellin. This is Pacal's first destination, ascending the Rio Doce preventing its complete destruction.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, 2.5D 25.4%, Side Scroller 24%, Shooter 15.3%, Action 6%
Icarus, a classic side-scrolling space shoot-em-up tribute! - Thumping soundtrack, Bosses, Multiples, Power-ups, Secrets, BIG levels... ...Give the (free) work in progress / teaser demo a try!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.7%, Side Scroller 30.5%, Shooter 10%, 1990's 7%, Action 6%
Step into The Adventures of Emoji 4 Remastered, where you immerse yourself in this mouse cartoon world playing a shoot em up side-scroller. Follow dynamic rules and use special weapons to defeat enemies for each level. Stay focused on the prize or you might find your game completely cut off.
Why similar: Side Scroller 37.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 36.2%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Action 6%, Combat 2.5%
Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!
Why similar: Side Scroller 38.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 37%, Shooter 9.2%, 1990's 6.5%, Action 3.4%
What starts as a battle against a minor evil may ultimately lead to saving the whole world
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, 2.5D 21.7%, Side Scroller 20%, Shooter 15%, Action 7.6%
To complete Yridis' mission, you'll have to make your way through the bowels of a vast underground dungeon filled with unique environments, deadly dangers and mysterious beings. Jump, dash and give the enemies you encounter their due thanks to powerful weapons.
Why similar: 2.5D 26.5%, Side Scroller 25.8%, Shooter 16.9%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Action 6.5%
You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.5%, Side Scroller 29.2%, Shooter 15.6%, 1990's 9.4%, Action 5.5%
Blast your way through a myriad of extra-terrestrial incursions in this arcade-style scrolling shooter! Pilot the ship Habroxia through 15 levels featuring intense boss fights, rescue missions, shifting perspectives, and untold surprises.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Side Scroller 25.3%, Shooter 17.4%, Action 8.7%, 1990's 8.3%
Noah has been commanded by God to put two of each animal aboard his ark to save them from the flood.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Side Scroller 24.4%, Shooter 16.9%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Action 9.7%
Celestia is a solo-developed indie game. An angelic bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you defeat enemies throughout the skies, and relax on a floating island with your companions.
Why similar: Side Scroller 35.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Shooter 15.7%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Action 5.2%
Zombie Mansion is a 2D side-scrolling platform shooter with puzzle and exploration elements.
Why similar: Side Scroller 41.1%, Shooter 19.6%, Zombies 14.9%, Action-Adventure 14.3%, Action 7.1%
A Blast from the Past is a stunning, classic arcade shooter. Includes gameplay modes for the casual gamer through to "Tournament Mode" for Hi-Score hunters! With 4K/360Hz+ support, experience smooth as silk gameplay in this dazzling arcade blaster with something for every arcade-going fan!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.9%, 2.5D 30.7%, Shooter 17.8%, Action 6%, Old School 3.1%
Cute marimo take down waves of invading alien species in this side-scrolling shooter! A 2.5D shooting game that blends classic side-scrolling action with strategic depth-based combat. Target priority and strategy are the keys to achieving high scores!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Side Scroller 25.5%, 2.5D 23.3%, Shooter 15.3%, Action 4.4%
2D style shoot'em up in which close combat is the primary attack method. With two large swords in her hands, cut her way through enemy bullets and enemy units in a post-apocalyptic world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.5%, Shooter 24.2%, Female Protagonist 16.7%, Action 5.3%, Singleplayer 3.2%
C-RUSH is an old school Shooter, with HD graphics.A new threat is coming from the space; the plasma insects. Exterminate the vermin!!Beat your own score and compare it with the other players !Key Features:- One ship with different positions to use- Different Gameplay according to the positions and shoots- A Schmup where you need...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 59.7%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 8.8%, Indie 1.1%
Reign of Bullets is a shoot ‘em up with epic loot and lots of guns. Upgrade your ship and customize your weapons to build the ultimate fighter plane.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.3%, Side Scroller 33.8%, Action 10.7%, Indie 1.3%
COTTOn Boomerang, the explosive and timeless witch girl shooting game, is finally back! There are team battles this time! Take full advantage of all the amplified action and push forward!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Side Scroller 26.3%, Shooter 16.4%, 1990's 10.8%, Female Protagonist 6.7%
『StanÇact』is a cute and sexy girl-on-girl SHOOT'EM UP. Mai, a military officer, is on her way to quell a riot, but the rioters and the military have teamed up and are on the rampage and the head of the military was the ringleader.Witness one woman's struggle to complete her mission amidst the chaos!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Side Scroller 25.1%, Shooter 13%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, 1990's 8.1%
Fight to survive on a mysterious alien planet, outwit its vicious inhabitants, and do whatever it takes to find a way off that wretched rock.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Zombies 20.5%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Shooter 15.5%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
Set in the Pumpkin Kingdom which has lost its national treasure—the "Bluewater Willow," this brain-stimulating action-shooter follows Cotton, a witch with the biggest appetite in the universe, and Appli, the most tomboyish girl in the royal family.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Side Scroller 26.3%, Shooter 16.3%, 1990's 10.8%, Female Protagonist 6.6%
The Last Nightmare is a pixelated top-down game that combines 2D art and 3D models. Explore the darkness, collect valuable items, and face terrifying monsters on a linear journey to return home. Use stealth skills and manage your stamina to survive unexpected challenges.
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.5%, 2.5D 30.1%, Demons 16.5%, Action-Adventure 15.5%, Adventure 5.9%
Re.Surs is a futuristic story-driven 2D side-scrolling shooter featuring unique heroes with various abilities. Shoot, dash, kick and hack monsters as you try to uncover the secrets of the Re.Surs dark energy and demons' interdimensional invasion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Side Scroller 22%, Demons 14.5%, Shooter 11.6%, Zombies 9.4%
Most unique top down shooter. Bring hell to insectoid robot invasion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, 2.5D 23.9%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Shooter 13.4%, 1990's 8.1%
Origami Flight is a sidescrolling 2D shoot' em up where you control a paper airplane with a simple but challenging mission: to save the Origami World. Now you must beat 6 different stages with tons of enemies in order to save the Tsuru from the evil Origami Fox.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.5%, Side Scroller 31.6%, Shooter 11.3%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Action 4.3%
Adapt or crash! WING-IT is a 2.5D shooter where your arsenal is a slot machine. Shoot down drones to trigger the Toy Box Gacha and swap weapons on the fly. Fight through Medy's house, survive the bullet hell, and defeat the mechanical monstrosities ruling the house.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, 2.5D 27.3%, Side Scroller 25.5%, Shooter 12.2%, Action 4.1%
A short action game that the girl go "There" with a dragon.
Why similar: 2.5D 43.5%, Side Scroller 40.8%, Action 12.3%, Singleplayer 3.4%
In a world devastated by machines, humanity places its last hope in a warrior equipped with special armor. Explore intense stages, face challenging bosses, and fight to reclaim what remains of the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.7%, Side Scroller 27.1%, Shooter 12%, Action 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.3%
Play as M in this retro styled platform-shooter and blast your way up to heaven!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Action-Adventure 14.1%, Shooter 13.3%, Demons 11%
Blast away wasp scum in Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order! Shoot your way through 12 scenic stages of trees, metal, and more, to eliminate the Wasp Army once and for all!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Side Scroller 27.5%, Shooter 20.1%, Action 9.9%, Old School 4.9%
Jump into this new battle in this new side-scrolling shoot’em-up, face enemies and obstacles from every corner of the Milkdromeda Galaxy and encounter strange fun transformations that change the way the game plays.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Side Scroller 25.1%, Shooter 12.2%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, 1990's 11.2%
냥냥펀치(Nyan-Nyan Punch!)는 귀여운 동물귀 소녀들이 공중에서 1대 1 싸움을 벌이는 액션 게임입니다. 언뜻 보면 슈팅 게임처럼 보이지만 펀치를 날려 시원한 근접 공격으로 싸워야 합니다!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, Side Scroller 31.2%, Shooter 16.6%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Action 3.7%
You are a explorer of new planets. As it turned out, other planets are inhabited by shadows that are very hostile. Your task is to survive several waves to win.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.9%, Side Scroller 30.4%, Shooter 20.8%, Action 10.5%, Singleplayer 1.5%
DRUNKEN BARON is a fast-paced 2D arcade shooter inspired by classic flappy-style games. Keep your plane in the air by tapping the button, fly through chaotic corridors, shoot invading aliens, drop bombs, and survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Side Scroller 23.9%, Shooter 18.1%, Action 10.2%, 1990's 9.9%
Planet Cracker is a 2D shooting game features physics engine and 3D environment. You must protect a space station from space debris trying to surpass the line of defence. Destroy all debris, and accomplish the most important mission: SURVIVE!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.1%, 2.5D 37.2%, Shooter 22.1%, Singleplayer 2.2%, Indie 0.4%
Flee the Fallen is a thrilling 2D zombie survival game where you fight relentless undead, switch between powerful weapons, and battle through intense encounters. Every moment tests your reflexes, strategy, and will to survive.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Zombies 19.6%, Shooter 8%, Action-Adventure 6.8%
Battle your way through risky woods and murky caves. Stomping Skeletons....traps to trick you....face-gripping flying fiends!
Why similar: Side Scroller 36.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Demons 10.6%, Action-Adventure 10.3%, Action 5.9%
The Game Is A Simple 2.5d Platform Action Game. The player can move and jump. That and solve puzzles using little gimmicks in the stages. The objective of each stage is simple: manipulate the spheres to reach the red glowing tiles, that's it.
Why similar: 2.5D 42.3%, Side Scroller 40.4%, Action 13.9%, Singleplayer 3.4%
Ready for a fast paced rogue-like action shooter with upgrades, abilities and loads of weapons?, well you found it!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, 2.5D 26%, Action-Adventure 14.2%, Zombies 13%, Action 9.3%
Victory Saber 2D is a horizontal scrolling shooter arcade video game with Locking-on shooting mechanic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.6%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Shooter 20.8%, Action 8.9%, Singleplayer 3.1%
Slay grim cultists, infernal minions, and nightmarish creatures in this dark and bloody retro-inspired action platformer. Uncover secrets, acquire powerful artifacts, and face challenging bosses in the Haunted Lands.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Demons 13.6%, Zombies 11.2%, Action-Adventure 8.9%
Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Shooter 16.2%, Action-Adventure 14.9%, Action 6.8%