- #1 Cosmo Chaser
97% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: Choi Jaewook
Windows
Cosmo Chaser is space fighter action game which presents restless shooting battle. It demonstrates new style of vertical scroll shooter by presenting classic arcade action in 3D space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Cyberpunk 16.2%, Retro 13.2%, Space 12.2%
- #2 Star Jet Alpha
96% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, 1980s 14.9%, Space 14.5%, Shooter 8.7%
- #3 AstroRage2049
96% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: CJPub: Outofthematrix
Windows
A short space shooter game that you can finish in your break time with beginner-friendly gameplay and some special features.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, 1980s 15.2%, Cyberpunk 11.5%, Shooter 9.8%
- #4 GALXAGAR
95% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: MoonMuse Entertainment
Windows
"Don't go to GALXAGAR"; a phrase uttered by many who have traversed its rim. Untold treasures, and terrors, await within its blackened depths. Ready your craft, spacefarer, because you're about to enter the most dangerous sector in all the stars. Get ready.. for GALXAGAR!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, 1980s 11.7%, PvE 11.4%, Shooter 9.5%
- #5 Distant Space
94% matchVery Positive86% of 2,983 reviews2016
Dev: PixelMouse
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Distant Space are present the arcade game of cosmic fights in arcade style of the 80's, this is a game where you can control the spaceship and forced to destroy extraterrestrials, which are moving in the certain order.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, 1980s 16.8%, Space 15.9%, Bullet Hell 10.2%, Arcade 8.9%
- #6 Orbital Frenzy
93% matchNo user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Polyspark Studios
Windows
Orbital Frenzy is a blast from the past where players must survive waves of intergalactic foes in an arcade style shooter with a unique orbital movement mechanic. With a secret ending and hidden story elements we hope you can stand a chance against the intergalactic onslaught!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Cyberpunk 13.8%, PvE 8.8%, 1980s 7.3%
- #7 Darkest Wave
94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Duckman Army Games
Windows
In the future retro of 3180, The government has created a program of self aware mechanized creatures and they have gone rouge. The story begins as Max Titan gets the call that he has to bail the world out yet again, Max pilots his custom Fighter car the X-50 to destroy the sentient bosses of this growing army of mechanized animals and...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Cyberpunk 17.3%, 1980s 10.5%, Shooter 8.1%
- #8 Nebula Invasion
92% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: Nicholas NovellaPub: Red Wolf Studios
Windows
Nebula Invasion was designed for those who enjoy the classic type arcade games, a spaceship shooter with great game play. Aliens attack many different ways from marching to dive bombing. You have the tools to fight back with a ship that can power-up with double, triple, rapid fire, or plasma cannon.
Why similar: 1980s 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Space 12.3%, Retro 11.8%
- #9 EGGCONSOLE ZANAC EX MSX2
91% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: D4Enterprise Co.,Ltd.
Windows
The Zanac battle, which was supposed to have ended, was not over. To suppress the reactivated organic intelligence, Zanac takes flight once again!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, 1980s 18.7%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 10.2%
- #10 Grav Blazer Squared
91% matchMixed40% of 85 reviews2017
Dev: Ripknot Systems
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 11%
Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, 1980s 17.3%, Space 10.6%, Shooter 9.2%
- #11 Super Arcade Boy in Defender of Planet Earth
90% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2017
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
A retro-style classic side-scrolling shoot ’em up. Fly Super Arcade Boy through 8 levels, blast enemy waves, grab power-ups, and take down bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, 1980s 18.2%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Retro 15.1%, Shooter 9.1%
- #12 While you are Downloading
89% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2018
Dev: Alien Nude LTD
Windows
A quick and action paced retro styled arcade shooter, or shoot 'em up (shmup) if you like. Perfect to play in short chunks, like when you are waiting for big games to download.
Why similar: 1980s 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Cyberpunk 16.1%, Space 11.6%, Retro 9.5%
- #13 STEEL FORCE: Top Down Shooter
88% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: PolyBuild
Windows
STEEL FORCE is a top-down shooter. Attack robots, use your shield, and push your skills to the limit. Run, dash, and break through waves of armed machines.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Cyberpunk 19.9%, PvE 13.8%, Bullet Hell 11.7%, Shooter 10.8%
- #14 Cyberpunk 3776
89% matchMixed52% of 66 reviews2015
Dev: Peter Hann
Windows · Mac
Median: 6 minMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 23%
Cyberpunk 3776 harkens back to the glory days of arcade shoot-em-ups. It all begins on a postapocalyptic earth and proceeds into space. Your journey will be a metaphor about life and death, a road that every person has to walk down alone. The only choices you get while on your path to the inevitable end: keep your head up high or forfeit.
Why similar: Cyberpunk 22.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, 1980s 13.2%, Retro 10.8%
- #15 Viral Reload EX
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Retrocade Media
Windows · Linux
Viral Reload EX is a sci-fi shoot-em-up with a unique dash mechanic where you shrink down to fight infections at a microscopic scale! Can you defeat the evil Kyle Kaboom before he destroys the moon?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, 1980s 17.9%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Retro 12.1%, Space 8.8%
- #16 Nevultra
86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Zoblin Multimedia
Windows
Nevultra is an exciting shoot'em up that will take you back to the 8bit/16bit era. The protagonist, Nina, needs your help to reach her destination in deep space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, 1980s 13%, Arcade 9.7%, Retro 9.2%
- #17 Space Defense Special Force - The Origin of the Union
85% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Ninetales Studios
Windows
Frenetic 2D action in the style of Space Invaders! Customize your spaceship, face hordes of enemies, and challenge yourself in multiple modes, including Campaign, Arcade, Invasion, and Survival. Upgrade your ship, collect power-ups, and face unique challenges in every battle.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Retro 16.3%, Space 14.6%, Bullet Hell 14%, Arcade 9.7%
- #18 Royal Odyssey
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lion Crest Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Royal Odyssey is a retro-style arcade space shooter where you pilot Prince Zayven’s ship through a deadly asteroid storm, blasting your way to survival.
Why similar: 1980s 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Retro 11.9%, Space 11.7%
- #19 Miami Horizon 2077
83% matchPositive80% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: CJPub: Outofthematrix
Windows
GTA cop chase if it was a 2D arcade . Drive your way through the street of miami 2077 in style.Buy upgrades, cars , collect power-ups and battle your way out like a real-badass.
Why similar: Music 24.3%, 1980s 21.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Cyberpunk 15.2%, Retro 12.2%
- #20 Invaders from the Third Dimension
84% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Nile River Software LLC
Windows
A retro space shooter with a twist - now you can rotate your ship and aim diagonally at enemies, adding a whole new dimension to the shoot 'em up genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, 1980s 18%, Space 14%, Retro 13.1%, Shooter 7.6%
- #21 The Core Message
86% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Freedom Software
Windows
Combining retro puzzles and a arcade space shooter. You and your crew found strange materials in the galaxy core to upgrade your ship to the most powerful. While collecting core materials you came across something unbelievable ... The Core Message. The Core Message changes everything.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Retro 16.7%, Space 16.5%, Arcade 9.5%
- #22 THUNDER STRIKER
82% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Blast your way through enemy territory and level up your versatile arsenal of high-tech weapons in this handheld game style retro shmup!
Why similar: 1980s 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Retro 15.9%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Shooter 6.3%
- #23 Asteroidia
81% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Duk Studios
Windows
A simple and fun space shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, PvE 11.2%, 1980s 10%, Shooter 8.8%
- #24 Apano SYN Fighter
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ASIN Games
Windows
Is there a gamepad lying around somewhere?!! Ready to play some real shooter games again? Grab the controller and become an APANO SYN PILOT to face the alien invasion. Connect up to four controllers and shoot until you drop. 100% survival chance on "Easy", low on "Impossible".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, 1980s 19.2%, Space 13.5%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 9.4%
- #25 Splicer
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PolarBytes-Studio
Windows · Linux
Blast enemies, get ship upgrades and defeat bosses in this arcade inspired space bullet hell
Why similar: 1980s 27.1%, Bullet Hell 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 11.1%
- #26 Return Ace
80% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: NEROTA
Windows
Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, 1980s 20.7%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 8.5%
- #27 Quaxum
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Alympyan Arts
Windows
Quaxum is a new age retro arcade shooter where you defend the planetary defense shield from the onslaught of aliens. Balance your energy between charging your shield and buying power ups to clear the screen of enemies! 50 levels of color mayhem! Recharge, shoot, win!
Why similar: 1980s 22.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Retro 10%, Space 8.6%
- #28 Z-Warp
78% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Z-Warp is an intense vertical shoot’em up presented in retro pixel art style, featuring frenetic arcade-inspired action where blasters, bombs and KILLER specials are your only allies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Retro 14%, Shooter 11.6%, Space 10.1%
- #29 Vectoraid
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: James Suret
Windows · Linux
A neon retro Asteroids inspired arcade game with persistent progression, upgrades and cosmetics to unlock. With Asymmetrical local Co-op, mining extraction, Endless waves game modes and local PvP.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, 1980s 12.7%, PvE 10.7%, Space 9.8%
- #30 1982
78% matchVery Positive93% of 801 reviews2017
Dev: Binary Zoo
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 18.9 hrs≥1hr: 36%
1982 is a FREE retro inspired blasta-thon that will test your gaming skills to the max.
Why similar: 1980s 27.4%, Retro 22.8%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Arcade 11.7%, Shooter 10.4%
- #31 Space Saviour Special
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lizard Game Dev
Windows
Space Savior Special. Shmup genre game. Help Earth in her last awakened attempt to save humanity from the Naggal Biomechanical Virus. Use everything you have to get through enemy forces! Your ship, your pods, your bombs, your faith and your reflexes to destroy your terrible enemy!
Why similar: Cyberpunk 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, 1980s 12.5%, Shooter 9.8%
- #32 Deep Space Shooter
77% matchMixed68% of 31 reviews2018
Dev: Altair GamePub: ValkyrieInitiative
Windows
Again you are alone against the hordes of hostile spacecrafts where you can only rely on yourself. It is the victory or the death!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.7%, Space 18%, 1980s 15.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Retro 12.4%
- #33 Warhawk
75% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Rusty PixelsPub: Ogre Games Ltd
Windows
Blast away in this pure retro-styled shooter and battle through tons of dangerous levels and manic boss fights.
Why similar: 1980s 32.8%, Retro 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Shooter 10.5%, Space 9.6%
- #34 Cosmic Destroyer
76% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Coffee Maker Games
Windows · Linux
Facing annihilation, a plucky crew of space salvagers fight dirty using the best tool in their belt - the salvage claw. Grab and toss enemies, deflect attacks, and reshape the battlefield with explosive chain reactions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 21.5%, PvE 12.2%, 1980s 11.4%, Shooter 10%
- #35 Zaxtron EXPLUS
73% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: RUOKPub: MBC Entertainment
Windows
ZAXTRON EXPLUS is a fast-paced 1980s-style SHMUP/STG with bright graphics, challenging bosses and loads of secrets to find!
Why similar: 1980s 31.5%, Bullet Hell 25.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Shooter 14.6%, Action 7.1%
- #36 misaligned
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Michal Kelisek
Windows
Classic 80s inspired shooter
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, 1980s 16%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 8.6%
- #37 Syder Arcade
74% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
Dev: Studio Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.9%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Space 10.7%, Retro 9.4%, Arcade 9.2%
- #38 Chromacell
73% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 171Dev
Windows
In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Upgrade your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Emerge victorious as the ultimate space pilot!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, 1980s 13%, Space 10.6%, Shooter 10.5%
- #39 Space Blade
74% 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 30.1%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Space 11.7%, Shooter 10.6%, Retro 8.7%
- #40 Double D. F.
73% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: RielFactor
Windows
To bring you the old school 2D space arcade feeling in a modern look and feel. Whether you like the hard core style of the old days, or you have become the more lay back type, shoot your way home at the fun rate for you. Upgrade your ship on the way home, to get ready for the final battle. Have fun!
Why similar: 1980s 24.4%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 8.1%
- #41 Chaos Moon : 1CC Edition
71% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: SNOWBALL EFFECT GAMES
Windows
A classic style SHMUP in the tradition of 80's and 90's vertical scrolling shooters. Maximize your run and get to the top of the High-score Leaderboard. Can you achieve the rank of Fleet Admiral? It's a challenge. Visit our website for a free playable browser demo of the game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, 1980s 19.8%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 9.9%
- #42 Bolide
70% matchPositive88% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: Luke Massaglia
Windows
Bolide is an arcade roguelike where you survive waves in space to unlock new skills! Destroy rocks and survive challenging waves to earn skill points and use them to choose from a variety of skills. Pick from 40+ skills, allowing you to create lots of skill combinations!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Music 19.6%, Space 17.4%, Retro 11.1%, Arcade 10.9%
- #43 STURMWIND EX
72% matchPositive81% of 42 reviews2019
Dev: b-alive
Windows
STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Space 14.1%, Retro 13.8%, Shooter 9%
- #44 Battle AirForce
70% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
Windows · Mac · Linux
Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, 1980s 13.6%, PvE 11.3%, Shooter 9.3%
- #45 Stellar Space
72% 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 18.2%, 1980s 16.9%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Space 10.4%, PvE 9.2%
- #46 Orbital Siege
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Orbitforge Interactive
Windows
Reclaim the arcade. This is a high-octane space shooter where vibrant pixel art meets relentless alien armadas. Master your orbital defenses and survive the ultimate galactic onslaught.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Retro 18.4%, Bullet Hell 18%, Space 11.3%, Arcade 10.1%
- #47 Blitloop
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bitbebop
Windows · Mac
A fast-paced, side-scrolling retro shooter where you play as “Blit" on a mission to rescue orb pods. Blast enemy swarms and face off against bosses in this bullet-hell shoot 'em up. Earn power-ups and get ready for fluid arcade action in a stylish world with an 80s synthwave soundtrack.
Why similar: 1980s 25.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Retro 14.3%, Arcade 7.5%
- #48 Asteroid Blasters
71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Asteroid Blasters is a non-stop action space shooter. Inspired by Asteroids, this game will see you choose between 6 different ships each with their own characteristics and utilize a variety of weapon powerups to eradicate your enemies. Play 2 players to increase your chance of survival.
Why similar: 1980s 25.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Retro 11.9%, Space 11.3%, Shooter 10.6%
- #49 The Battle of Aurinoxia
67% 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 27.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 9.5%, Space 9.4%
- #50 Red Titans
69% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: TEAM Black Hat RobotPub: TEAM Black Hat Robot
Windows
RED TITANS is a single player vertical shoot em up, use the resources available to stop the threat, you will have to be very skillful since there are no continues.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Bullet Hell 23%, 1980s 21.5%, Arcade 11%, Space 11%
- #51 The Rush
68% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: Hornbuckle Who
Windows
The Rush is a horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up with graphics inspired by classic space shooters of the MSX. Buckle up and see if you have what it takes to master the highly adaptive Chameleon Quartz space fighter and single-handedly obliterate the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Bullet Hell 22.2%, 1980s 13.5%, Shooter 10.9%, Space 9.6%
- #52 Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo
69% matchVery Positive84% of 602 reviews2015
Dev: SynsetPub: New Blood Interactive
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as SHMUP veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and SEVENTEEN playable ships.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Bullet Hell 28.5%, Retro 16.4%, Arcade 7.9%, Space 6.1%
- #53 Earthion
65% matchVery Positive96% of 471 reviews2025
Dev: Ancient CorporationPub: Limited Run Games, Inc.
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 49%
Earthion is a side-scrolling space shooter developed natively for 16-bit systems. Guide space fighter pilot Azusa Takanashi in her fight to repel the alien invaders and save planet Earth.
Why similar: Music 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Space 13.8%, Retro 13.5%, Bullet Hell 12.6%
- #54 Omni Axes
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Gladflow Games
Windows
Trust your instincts - evade, aim, and shoot! Omni Axes is a shooting game that takes place in a 3D space where you can take down an endless number of enemies coming from all directions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Retro 12.1%, Shooter 12%, Space 11.2%
- #55 Cosmic Cruiser
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this unique shooter from 1984. take on the role of a pilot of an out-dated Cosmic Cruiser, fighting to rescue the crew of a distant space station that had been captured by a raiding party from the sinister Rallom Empire.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Retro 18.2%, 1980s 16.4%, Shooter 15%, Space 11.7%
- #56 Anceder
68% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: Cédric Andreu
Windows
Dive in the VR arcade shoot-them-up (shmup, shoot'em up, bullet hell). A lot of action is awaiting you. "Insert coin" and jump in the shmup !
Why similar: 1980s 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Space 11%, Retro 7.7%
- #57 River Rush
67% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: 2nd Best Games
Windows
Take your chance and feel like 10 again.😊To start let's meet this retro cutie.🚀 River Rush is reminiscent of an old vertically scrolling shoot’em up games.🚀 If you remember them, it's time to catch up with nostalgia. Or your father's nostalgia.😉 Board in and have some fun.👨🚀
Why similar: 1980s 28%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Retro 11.6%, Arcade 8.2%
- #58 Escape 2 Space
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShidyGames
Windows
Embark on a thrilling journey as a space mercenary! Customize your ships with powerful weapons and modules, choose contracts and destinations, and battle enemy fleets and epic bosses. Your decisions shape the universe around you, so forge your path in this action-packed space shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Space 12.7%, Shooter 11.5%, Retro 10.2%
- #59 GRADIUS ORIGINS
62% matchVery Positive94% of 250 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: 1980s 24.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Arcade 15.3%, Shooter 13.6%, Retro 11%