- #1 Hyper Fighters
97% matchMostly Negative23% of 425 reviews2014
Dev: Team 6 StudiosPub: Funbox Media Ltd
Windows
Median: 6 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 15%
Hyper Fighters brings back the rail shooter as you know it from the arcade: fast, explosive, addictive, and easy to learn: but so hard to beat the number one highscore! Fourteen trigger-happy arcade-fun stages are now available for one or two players: Shoot dozens, hundreds, or even thousands of enemies out of the sky and water with...
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 78.8% ★, Action 21.2%
- #2 Yar's Revenge
96% matchMixed65% of 85 reviews2011
Dev: Killspace EntertainmentPub: Atari
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 36%
Take flight as you explore exotic alien worlds and seek to avenge your fallen race
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 74.8% ★, Action 25.2%
- #3 Heavy Fire: Afghanistan
96% matchMixed57% of 410 reviews2014
Dev: TeyonPub: Mastiff
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Heavy Fire: Afghanistan is a super fast playing on-rails shooter set in modern-day Afghanistan featuring tanks, assault vehicles and helicopters. The game offers 60 awards, one machine co-op for up to four, Steam Cloud, Leaderboards and Trading Cards.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 87.4% ★, Action 12.6%
- #4 Xappy Ship
95% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: White Octopus Games
Windows · Linux
In this classic retro arcade-style space shooter, you'll embark on a thrilling adventure through the cosmos, battling against an onslaught of alien invaders and formidable bosses. With its pixel graphics and pulse-pounding soundtrack, Xappy Ship is a love letter to the classic space shooters.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 65.7% ★, 1980s 10.8%, PvE 9.5%, Action 8.8%, 2D 4%
- #5 Whiteboyz Wit Attitude: The Pursuit of Money
94% matchVery Positive94% of 511 reviews2020
Dev: MichaelArts
Windows
First there was the Whip/Nae Nae, now it’s time to Wear The Purp with the greatest rappers of all time*! Dance along with the Whiteboyz Wit Attitude in an epic FMV rhythm game, and celebrate the launch of their new album The Pursuit of Money.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 49.5% ★, Rhythm 43.8%, Action 5.9%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #6 Chromatic Cruiser
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AhrianaPub: Xynith.Digital
Windows · Linux
Blast off into rhythm gaming with Chromatic Cruiser! Navigate space, shoot notes & switch instrument tracks in time to the beat. Power-ups, custom songs & online multiplayer. Join the elite pilots and become a space-faring musician today!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 52.1% ★, Rhythm 39.1%, Action 8.4%, Indie 0.2%, Singleplayer 0.2%
- #7 Desert Gunner
93% matchMixed41% of 68 reviews2014
Dev: Digital FusionPub: Digital Fusion Inc.
Windows
You’re the designated gunner, you’re on patrol… and yes, you’re a target. It’s your assignment to be the bait and to draw fire, you were handpicked and it’s your job. Trigger finger at the ready; At least you have the fire-power to keep the bad-guys at bay.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 97.1% ★, Action 2.9%
- #8 Hungry Boy
92% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: HatsunDaPub: Laush Studio
Windows
Hungry Boy is an adventure platformer shooter in which you have to destroy enemies, overcome various obstacles, collect food and find a way out of the level.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 75.1% ★, Action 12.2%, PvE 10.6%, Indie 1.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #9 Soar Up The Charts
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tin Heart Interactive
Windows
Soar Up The Charts is a fast-paced rhythm game and arcade style rail shooter where music is your weapon! 🎸With tracks provided by Alden Ave and KeepFlying, be ready to turn it up and blast your way through those radio robots! 🎺
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 51% ★, Rhythm 38.7%, Action 8.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%, Indie 0.7%
- #10 Signal to Noise
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Solanimus Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Signal to Noise is the only hardcore action game that actually listens to any live audio signal while you play to spawn objects on the beat, move them to the melody, align gameplay with dramatic section changes in the music, and more!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 48.9% ★, Rhythm 37.7%, Action 12.4%, Indie 0.8%, Singleplayer 0.3%
- #11 GRIDD: Retroenhanced
89% matchVery Positive87% of 78 reviews2017
Dev: Antab StudioPub: Kongregate
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
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 57.2% ★, Cyberpunk 21.5%, Action 17.2%, Indie 4.2%
- #12 Chaos Control
89% matchMixed54% of 35 reviews2018
Dev: InfogramesPub: Ziggurat
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 102.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Chaos Control, a super-production designed entirely on Silicon Graphics, takes you to the heart of a fantastic epic that blends cyberculture, virtual travel and manga graphics. At the controls of a space fighter, your dangerous missions will lead you into a unique spectacle with multiple, fantastic sets in full screen 3D vision.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 75.6% ★, Action 24.4%
- #13 Amp
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sprytosaur Games
Windows
Amp is a rhythm space shooter, where every action releases a satisfying rhythmic reaction to the music. Immerse in the abstract art world where sound is the heart of every experience.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 47.3% ★, Rhythm 30.6%, 1980s 13.9%, Action 6.7%, Indie 1.6%
- #14 Shot of Rhythm
88% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Wearevragency
Windows
Shot of Rhythm is the arcade music shooter in VR. Use your music library to generate your levels and fight waves of enemies.
Why similar: Rhythm 44.3%, On-Rails Shooter 43.6% ★, Action 11.3%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #15 Major Mayhem
86% matchVery Positive84% of 304 reviews2014
Dev: Rocket Jump
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Arcade cover shooter inspired by Time Crisis, Metal Slug and 80's action heros! He's got an itchy trigger finger, some scratchy stubble, and a fondness for shooting dudes in the face. Run and gun your way through gorgeous 3D environments as you embark on a mission to rescue your kidnapped girlfriend from the Forces of Evil.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 81% ★, Action 15.7%, Indie 3.3%
- #16 SyncroChromia
85% match6 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Krispy Kreations
Windows
In this *NEW* FPS, rhythm game, dive into the Land of Sync, where EDM is under attack and slimes are mind-controlled by a sinister force. Play as Scissors, a human on a rhythm-fueled mission to save the slimes and restore the beat. Can you stop Evil Corp and save EDM?
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 56.1% ★, Rhythm 36%, Action 6%, Singleplayer 1.4%, Indie 0.4%
- #17 Geo Fighters
86% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: BoucyGamesPub: Alphanu Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Geo Fighters is an on rails, single player arcade style space shooter influenced by Geometry Wars. Single level infinite play mode getting progressively harder. Fight to put you name on the leaderboard and become the All time leader.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 73.8% ★, Action 18.2%, 2D 5.6%, Indie 1.4%, Singleplayer 1%
- #18 Breaking Enigma
84% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Alphanu Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Breakout remake with a tempest 2000 and Geometry Wars like twist. No in-game purchase everything is included. The ultimate survival mode with Infinite looping levels, getting progressively harder on each loop. Submit you high scores and race to be the global leader. Supports Mouse or Controller
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 74.2% ★, Action 17.8%, 2D 5.7%, Indie 1.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #19 [BEAT:KEEPER]
83% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Vantan Game Academy
Windows
Vantan Game Academy TOKYO GAME SHOW 2025 Exhibition Match the rhythm of flowing notes, convert beats into power, and defeat your enemies! A psychedelic beat battle to bring sound (freedom) back to the people!
Why similar: Rhythm 61.8%, Cyberpunk 22.1%, Action 13.7%, Indie 1.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #20 Tiny Jukebox
84% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Flocons Studio
Windows
A crazy rythm game with 70+ short songs (10 seconds-long). How long can you survive?
Why similar: Rhythm 54.9%, 1980s 18.9%, Action 17.9%, 2D 6.3%, Indie 1.3%
- #21 slapTrax
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: liqPub: slapTek LLC
Windows · Linux
open palm strike your keyboard to music. wear gloves. build calluses.
Why similar: Rhythm 72.3%, Action 17.4%, 2D 7%, Indie 1.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #22 Midnight Pulse
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fat Pixel Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
In this stylish rhythm platformer you will traverse an obstacle ridden terrain while listening to a wide variety of music. Equipped with a fully functional level editor create levels with your own music and share them with your friends!
Why similar: Rhythm 67.7%, Action 26%, Indie 6.3%
- #23 Requital
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Corvus Studio Yazilim Anonim Sirketi
Windows
Requital is a fast-paced, rhythm-based VR shooter where precision define survival. Travel through past and future timelines, eliminating enemies in music-driven combat encounters. Each level is handcrafted to sync perfectly with intense, pulse-pounding soundtracks. Move, shoot and stay on beat.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 49.1% ★, Rhythm 34.1%, Cyberpunk 9.6%, Action 7.2%
- #24 Mini PacRunner
80% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: HaiGame
Windows
Story mode: With over 100 levels, control the character to finish eating the beans in each level to complete the level; Competitive mode: Compete with friends to see who can earn more points. Each player has 4 lives and earns points by defeating monsters and eating beans.
Why similar: Rhythm 58.5%, 1980s 25.9%, PvE 8.4%, 2D 6.1%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #25 Omnibion War
81% matchMostly Negative32% of 28 reviews2020
Dev: Crazy BulletPub: Fulqrum Publishing
Windows
Transform your high-tech space jet into a flying mech at the touch of a button as you blast your way through the galaxy in this frantic 3D shoot ‘em up. Take down thousands of Hellhounds one by one and prevent them from acquiring Omnibion, a dangerous ancient weapon.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 67.3% ★, Action 26.5%, Indie 6.2%
- #26 AngelianTrigger
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PiXEL CO., LTD
Windows
A completely new STG that follows on from the pseudo 3D style of the past. Even people who aren't good at STGs can get ahead thanks to the improved initial settings and auxiliary weapons!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 59% ★, 1980s 17.9%, Cyberpunk 12.1%, Action 9.8%, Story Rich 0.9%
- #27 F.I.S.H.
79% matchVery Positive93% of 208 reviews2021
Dev: Tim KashaniPub: Fireapples
Windows · Mac
A very intense rhythm game where you enforce road safety on unsuspecting fish
Why similar: Rhythm 60.3%, 1980s 20.7%, Action 10.3%, 2D 6.1%, Indie 1.6%
- #28 Blue Estate The Game
78% matchVery Positive92% of 1,892 reviews2015
Dev: HE SAW
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Blue Estate is a black-humoured and corrosive rail shooter, adapted from the critically acclaimed and Eisner Award nominated graphic novel, Blue Estate by Viktor Kalvachev!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 88.9% ★, Action 10.3%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #29 Off Garbage
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BlindLoose Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
A sleep-deprived scientist must use a broken cleaning robot to contain a biological outbreak he accidentally caused before his wife returns and discovers the chaos.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 73.3% ★, Action 12.1%, 1980s 6.5%, Story Rich 3.7%, 2D 2.9%
- #30 ThumBeat: Button Basher Edition
78% match8 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Sprytosaur Games
Windows
ThumBeat: Button Basher Edition is a short-form, button-bashing rhythm game for busy people!
Why similar: Rhythm 61.8%, 1980s 15.8%, Action 14.2%, 2D 6.3%, Indie 1.3%
- #31 Turret Titans
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Outlaw GamesPub: Pixel Games
Windows
Turret Titans is a classic defense game where you take on hordes of enemies with your powerful machine gun! Fight boats, helicopters, trucks, and insurgents across 5 intense levels, defending your position from relentless waves of attackers.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 78.6% ★, Action 10.4%, PvE 10.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #32 Panzer Dragoon: Remake
76% matchMostly Positive79% of 923 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 84% ★, Action 15.3%, Singleplayer 0.7%
- #33 Crush Lab
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Two Men and a Cat
Windows
Break the beautiful glass objects in your way.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 45.9% ★, Rhythm 33.7%, Cyberpunk 13.6%, Action 5.4%, Indie 1.4%
- #34 Undead Exterminator
75% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: GLHF_Studio
Windows
"The Undead Exterminator" is an exciting 3D zombie shooter where players pick up a rifle and battle hordes of the undead. You will have to shoot zombies and survive in an apocalyptic world.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 90% ★, Action 6.6%, Indie 2.5%, Singleplayer 1%
- #35 Pentagons Go WEEE
75% matchPositive92% of 39 reviews2022
Dev: Shobhit DhamaniaPub: MAGIC Spell Studios
Windows
A free-to-play 2D Rhythm-based action game where you don't have to be on the beat but rather have to dodge the beats. Compete with the world with global leaderboard and be number 1 in all difficulties: Easy, Hard and Impossible!? Take a deep dive into this retro-type game with over 5 songs.
Why similar: Rhythm 56.6%, Action 19.4%, Cyberpunk 16.9%, 2D 6.3%, Singleplayer 0.8%
- #36 Rhythm Brawl
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 139 reviews2023
Dev: Mahad DareshaniPub: dArtist Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Compete against your friend in a battle of music! Battle to the beat as a character of your choosing to see who becomes "The King of Rhythm". Will you be the King? Play and Find out!
Why similar: Rhythm 76.8%, Action 23.2%
- #37 Space Time
74% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Rebel Zodiac Studios
Windows
Space Time is a classic arcade style shooter with a modern touch. The goal is to destroy space rocks and achieve a high enough score before time runs out. There are 9 unlockable ships, 4 game modes and 3 difficulties.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 91.6% ★, 2D 6.2%, Indie 1.4%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #38 Aaero
73% matchVery Positive83% of 1,028 reviews2017
Dev: Mad FellowsPub: Wired Productions
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Trace ribbons of light to release the energy in the music as you speed through stylised alien worlds. Battle strange enemies and fight epic boss battles all driven by an incredible licensed soundtrack.
Why similar: Rhythm 55.8%, On-Rails Shooter 25.3% ★, Action 15%, Indie 3.9%
- #39 A CRAZY GUY
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: BERSERKSTUDIO
Windows
With my hammer, my chainsaw and my boomstick, I'll take out all the old men and their mangy dogs... and some bizarre creatures.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 79.3% ★, Action 11.8%, 2D 6.2%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #40 BioCrisis : Return 2 the Lab
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jim
Windows
The alert has been given, the virus is on the loose, you've escaped the lab, the city will be nuked!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 84.8% ★, Action 11.9%, Indie 1.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #41 No Bugs On My Windshield
71% match6 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: NEETNectar
Windows
Don't let them touch your windshield!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 70.3% ★, Action 18.4%, PvE 5.6%, 2D 4.3%, Indie 1.3%
- #42 Cytoclash
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Setrino Software LLC
Windows
Cytoclash is an action-packed lightgun-style shooter that calls upon you as Earth's best hope against a monstrous alien invasion! Suit-up and blast your way through hordes of enemies and massive bosses in the debut release from Setrino Software!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 69.8% ★, Action 24.3%, Indie 5.9%
- #43 Star Boy and The Captain of Outer Space
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Not Unlike Games
Windows
Star Boy and the Captain of Outer Space is a On Rails Sci-Fi Space Shooter Adventure from Not Unlike Games! Featuring light Third Person Shooter element, Multiple Playable Characters, and a Dynamic Story!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 78.2% ★, Action 19.3%, Indie 1.5%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #44 Booty Barrage
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quinfinity Creations
Windows
Command the defense of a pirate haven against relentless waves of enemy ships. As the guardian of your treasure-laden island, it's up to you to man the cannon and repel the invaders before they breach your defenses!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 86.2% ★, PvE 12.1%, Indie 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #45 C.H.A.O.S.
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mohammad Hossein Khalili NezhadianPub: Eknam Studios
Windows
The game is an VR railshooter based on the classic arcade railshooter with some VR features.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 78.5% ★, PvE 11%, Action 9.9%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #46 biorhythm
71% matchPositive91% of 46 reviews2019
Dev: Brady SoglinPub: Overfull Games
Windows · Mac
You are bacteria, lost in the human bloodstream. Explore, fight, and uncover the mystery of your new home to the beat of the heart.
Why similar: Rhythm 67.8%, Action 26.2%, Indie 6%
- #47 Project: Stellar
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Stellar Stellar Studios
Windows
Travel through space while vibing to the rhythm of fan-made remixes of Hololive songs! Featuring Normal, Hard, and Suicopath difficulties, this 3d rhythm game can take you from enjoying the scenery and vibing, to sweating buckets over a top score!
Why similar: Rhythm 73.5%, Action 25.2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #48 Why Neon Lights Again?
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hero Cobra
Windows · Mac
Retro cyberpunk shooter/shooting gallery to play with a friend or on your own. Shoot bad guys and bosses with different weapons, fly on cars, check the story revealed in a comic book style.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 47.6% ★, Action 29.9%, Cyberpunk 15.2%, Indie 7.2%
- #49 CYBRID
69% matchVery Positive92% of 163 reviews2021
Dev: Tom ReasonPub: SHADA GAMES
Windows
CYBRID is the action-rhythm VR of the Cyber Future! Swords and Pistols are in your hands. Slash and Shoot! Don't let this stop you! Run, dodge, and jump among the neon lights of the city to a powerful soundtrack!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 38.2% ★, Rhythm 32.4%, Cyberpunk 15.1%, Action 6.8%, PvE 6.7%
- #50 Elysium Trials
68% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2023
Dev: Filotimo Innovations LLC
Windows
Skill-based Fantasy Shooter on rails with an Epic touch, how you defeat enemies matter! Shoot, unleash powerful lightning magic, and Dragons, beware of dragons as you battle through 8 unique enemies all with unique attacks in vastly different worlds with an epic fantasy rock/metal soundtrack.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 79.3% ★, Action 14%, PvE 4.5%, Indie 1.2%, Singleplayer 1%
- #51 cyVeRpunk
69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: EnricPewPew
Windows
cyVeRpunk is a fast-paced VR on-rail shooter where the player works for the mob in a futuristic cyberpunk-themed city. No motion sickness.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 69.9% ★, Cyberpunk 21.4%, Action 8.2%, Singleplayer 0.5%
- #52 Star Trapper FX
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Marshall Games
Windows
Pseudo 3D spaceship shooter
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 80.2% ★, Action 14.5%, 2D 3.1%, Singleplayer 1.2%, Indie 1%
- #53 TRIUM
66% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Byking RooKIESPub: Byking Inc.
Windows
Simple yet authentic 3-button action. Take control of the humanoid antivirus 'TRIUM', in this on-rails virus-killing action game. Eliminate viruses, speed up, and catch up to the 'Intruder' virus that started this mess!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 56.8% ★, Rhythm 27%, Action 8.8%, Cyberpunk 6.3%, Singleplayer 1%
- #54 STAGE TOUR
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: RedOctane Games
Windows
Stage Tour is a rhythm-action game that blends familiar, accessible note-highway gameplay with exciting modern twists. It’s poised to rekindle the flame of plastic-instrument rhythm gaming with new features and modes, diverse bandmates and instruments, competitive depth, and seasonal events.
Why similar: Rhythm 72.7%, Action 25.9%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #55 Harmoni
66% matchMostly Positive80% of 25 reviews2024
Dev: CH
Windows
Open Source Rhythm Game
Why similar: Rhythm 67.3%, Action 23.3%, 2D 7.7%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #56 IS Defense
67% matchVery Positive91% of 1,680 reviews2016
Dev: Destructive Creations
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
„IS Defense” is a game set in politically-fictional 2020 – where the expansion of ISIS went out of hand. The player takes the role of NATO’s stationary machine-gun operator, deployed to defend the shores of Europe.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 77.3% ★, Action 17.6%, Indie 4%, Singleplayer 1.1%
- #57 Dodge Dancer
67% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Crooked Snout Games
Windows
Enjoy some sweet chiptunes while you dodge frantically about a 3x3 grid. Get a perfect score, and unlock added difficulty modifiers for an extra challenge. Keep Dodge Dude from getting hit 10 times, and he'll smile because you're good at the game.
Why similar: Rhythm 53.3%, Action 20.5%, 1980s 18.5%, 2D 5.1%, Indie 1.6%