- #1 Airborne Justice
97% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: SEEP
Windows · Linux
Airborne Justice is a shoot 'em up that pays homage to classics from the golden age of video games. Take control of a helicopter, fight enemies, and restore peace to the skies!
Why similar: Jet 21.1% ★, Comic Book 13.1%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Side Scroller 10.8%, War 8.1%
- #2 Flying Fury
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Panzero
Windows
A side scrolling shooter with a bullet hell influence. Does it explode? Yes. Everything does. Enemies show their battle damage through having chunks be blown off. There are multiple enemies all with unique behaviours, all which are designed in junction with each other.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Military 9.3%, Arcade 9.3%
- #3 Bombardiro Crocodilo MISSION
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: TEAM Black Hat Robot
Windows
In this fun and frenetic shooter, you'll play as Bombardiro Crocodilo, who's trying to save Ballerina Capuchina from Tralalero Tralala's shoed fins. Embark on an action-packed journey with tons of shooting, different weapons, and skins from the Brainrot universe!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Comic Book 13.1%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Arcade 8.3%
- #4 Space Force Squadron
95% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: heyjeff
Windows
Space Force Squadron is a horizontal 2d shmup. Choose between 4 pilots with different spaceships and different attributes. Buy upgrades for ships using points earned in battles. This is arcade style game, meaning there is no possibility to save.
Why similar: Jet 26.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Arcade 8.3%
- #5 Jetpack Kiwi
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Pitigamedev
Windows
Jetpack Kiwi is a classic 2D side scrolling shoot em up game featuring 20 levels, 5 bosses, hordes of enemies spaceships, with multiple characters to choose from; each one with an unique special attack. Complete the game in single player or with a friend in local co-op!
Why similar: Jet 25.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Side Scroller 13.1%, 1990's 9%
- #6 Art Strikers
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Friendly Fire Software
Windows
Draw your path to victory in Art Strikers! A unique art themed bullet hell shoot-em-up that looks and plays like a beautiful work of art.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Cartoon 14.5%, Shooter 9.4%
- #7 The Rush
93% 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 20.7%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 9.6%
- #8 Hop's Awakening!
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Eden CruzPub: Eden Cruz Games
Windows
Blast through enemy invaders in colorful 2D pixel art!
Why similar: Comic Book 18.2%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Cartoon 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Hand-drawn 10.8%
- #9 Chromacell
91% 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 20.8%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 9.6%
- #10 Origami Flight
91% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2019
Dev: Whalesoft Entertainment
Windows · Linux
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 26.1%, Side Scroller 19.7%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Stylized 11.7%, Arcade 7.7%
- #11 Project X: Light Years
89% matchVery Positive96% of 153 reviews2025
Dev: MK_Games
Windows · Linux
The official Project X sequel ✨ Back after 30 years!🎮 A demanding, skill-based experience that rewards patience and mastery. Not every game is for everyone — this one is for players who love a real, fair challenge. Try the demo and see if you’re up for it. Failure teaches. Mastery rewards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Hand-drawn 9.4%, Linear 8.2%
- #12 Space Elite Force II
90% matchVery Positive88% of 109 reviews2020
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows · Linux
Space Elite Force II is a frenetic space-shooter with weapon customization and insane bosses battles. Embark in your ship and fight for the survival of the human race!
Why similar: Jet 30.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Arcade 7.7%
- #13 Space Dragons
88% matchPositive87% of 39 reviews2025
Dev: TEAM Black Hat Robot
Windows
Choose your spaceship and defeat the alien threat that comes from the Moon. Blast your way crushing, ripping apart and exploding hostile aliens that are taking control of powerful weapons and military technology from Earth. Find the entity that controls the threat and make it explode into blood.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Side Scroller 12.8%, 1990's 10%, War 9.8%
- #14 Energy Fighters
87% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
A modern retro inspired side scrolling shooter with a deep upgrade system and the ability to absorb enemy fire and also deflect it back to your enemies. A fast paced shooter that can be played solo or local co-op with 12 difficulty modes and lots of boss battles.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Co-op 10.2%, Shooter 9.1%
- #15 Celtreos
89% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Kevin M. Grant
Mac
1-2 players, game controller support. NO in-app purchases. Over 45 minutes of music! 13 detailed stages, partly-random, with bosses. Tons of weapons, guards and special moves. Play in a window or in Full Screen.
Why similar: Jet 23.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Arcade 7%
- #16 AERA Flying Heroes
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GLHF Studio
Windows
An adventure for all those who dream of conquering the skies. Choose your pilot, upgrade your ship, and make battles against waves of enemies and colossal bosses. Collect stars, unlock new missions and write your legend.
Why similar: Jet 38.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Hand-drawn 11.2%, Arcade 7.4%
- #17 Interstellar Sentinel 2
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Uplifting Goat LLC.
Windows
A thrilling sci-fi cyberpunk shmup / shoot'em up with epic boss battles and a vast arsenal of futuristic weapons! Battle through the Ecumenopolis, restore the cosmic balance, and save the universe! Flow state gaming to unleash your inner hero! Feel your skills grow on your way to 1CC S+ tier rank!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Comic Book 11.8%, Arcade 10.8%
- #18 Galaxi Taxi
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fumi Games
Windows
Galaxi Taxi is a hybrid of Story-Driven Action-Adventure, Shoot’em and Boss Fight, and you’re a taxi crew in the classy 90s animation art style. Drive your taxi and discover the depths of a rural outer space, a muddy milky way, a cosmic dust flooding the taxi and an ubiquitous smog.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Side Scroller 12.7%, 1990's 11.8%, Cartoon 11.7%
- #19 Broken Sky
84% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Addictive 247 Games
Windows
Broken Sky is a fast paced dogfighting shooter featuring unlockable planes, explosive weapons, special abilities and Shoot 'em up madness. Responsive controls combined with super fast air combat will have you coming back for more in your bullet hell quest to defeat the alien takeover.
Why similar: Jet 34.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Side Scroller 12.1%, War 10.4%
- #20 Celestia
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Devon Meyer
Windows
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 23.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9.6%
- #21 Hazelnut Hex
82% matchVery Positive98% of 121 reviews2023
Dev: Chunderfins
Windows
Rescue breakfast in this arcade-style bullet hell shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Cartoon 13.5%, Arcade 10.5%, Hand-drawn 10%
- #22 Cosmic Destroyer
83% 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 21.9%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.2%
- #23 Brave Rounds
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: PlayShift Games
Windows
Shoot, punch and get closer through bullets towards enemies in this close range-heavy arcade bullet hell shoot 'em up. A mysterious cult is going to make Mt. Krakatoa explode! By yourself or with a friend, stand your ground; the fate of the world is in your hands...!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Modern 16%, Co-op 11.5%, Arcade 9.4%
- #24 Space Saviour Special
81% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.8%, Multiple Endings 9.5%
- #25 I Feel The Need
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Andrzej Gieralt
Windows
"You're not going to be happy unless you're going Mach 2 with your hair on fire." Break your limits by taking on the most difficult aerial missions known to man. Ride straight into the danger zone, risk high G-forces to pull off insane maneuvers, and engage in thrilling dogfights.
Why similar: Jet 42.6% ★, Military 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Shooter 7.9%, Arcade 6.5%
- #26 Suicide Runners
80% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: JTW
Windows
Classic 2D shoot em up with updated graphics. Dodge a storm of bullets as you blast through space shooting hordes of enemies. Collect powerups to survive against fearsome bosses. Pilot a suicide runner as you fight to unravel the mystery of what is destroying the universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Arcade 11.7%, 1990's 9.9%
- #27 Tadpole Tales
79% matchVery Positive90% of 868 reviews2021
Dev: Andrei CretuPub: Pinnical Studio
Windows
A tiny 2D Hand-drawn "Clean 'Em Up" game about a tadpole cleaning rivers and fighting pollution.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 17%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Hand-drawn 14.4%, Arcade 8.6%
- #28 Blazend
79% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2022
Dev: Rich Games
Windows
Blaze through 7 action packed levels in this sci-fi shoot 'em up made to test even the toughest of shmup veterans. No tricks and no gimmicks; all you have is your raw skill. Board the Phoenix G7, and blast those alien lifeforms to interstellar space!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Arcade 13.8%, 1990's 11.3%, Action 8.5%
- #29 Iron Horde
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Falcon Lab
Windows
Immersive jet combat simulator featuring modern fighters, realistic physics, and tactical air-to-air engagements. Engage in intense solo dogfights, survive escalating threats, and dominate the skies.
Why similar: Jet 27.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Arcade 10%, Modern 9.9%, Military 9.3%
- #30 Fox Flare Night
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: あうとさいど
Windows
Shape-shifting Kitsune Mio battles the mischievous Tanuki army in this fast-paced, comedic side-scrolling shooter! Unleash powerful yōjutsu and transformations to dodge bullet barrages. Packed with modes for both casual and hardcore players, offering plenty of content to master!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Comic Book 15.5%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Cartoon 11.6%
- #31 Space Elite Force
78% matchVery Positive89% of 185 reviews2018
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 56%
Gear up for an intergalactic thrill ride! Space Elite Force is a frenzied space-shooter packed with weapon customization and epic boss battles. Take command of your ship and fight for the survival of humanity!
Why similar: Jet 32% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Linear 8.2%
- #32 BATSUGUN Saturn Tribute Boosted
77% matchPositive94% of 48 reviews2023
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
A PIONEER OF THE BULLET HELL GENRE BY TOAPLAN IS BACK!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, 1990's 12.5%, War 11.8%, Arcade 11.2%
- #33 UNDER DEFEAT
76% matchVery Positive96% of 82 reviews2025
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
My steed rides, a celestial iron cavalryman soaring through the heavens. The swirling assault shooting that shakes the battlefield returns once more.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Military 14.5%, War 13%, Arcade 11.7%
- #34 Akai Katana Shin
76% matchVery Positive96% of 106 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Be guided anew into an epic tale set in the Taisho era with three titles from Cave's Akai Katana series that has captured the hearts of passionate shoot 'em up fans. New features include an online leaderboard and new musical arrangements.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Military 12.9%, Arcade 11.4%
- #35 Veggie Menace
75% matchMostly Positive76% of 63 reviews2022
Dev: DigiPen Europe-BilbaoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
After a failed spell during a vegetable contest in the Middle Ages, the vegetables come to life and try to invade the civilization. A little witch with her magic powers will need to fight against this invasion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Side Scroller 20.2%, Arcade 11.1%, Shooter 10.9%, Linear 9.7%
- #36 Mow That Lawn
75% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Suburban Codestew
Windows · Mac
Action-packed sidescrolling gardening-shooter, with colorful comicbook-style graphics and gameplay inspired by the arcade-machines of the early 80's. Mow that lawn, jump over the holes and don't let piles of dirt, animals, drones-with-water-balloons or mischievous friends, get in your way.
Why similar: Comic Book 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Arcade 10.7%, Hand-drawn 9%
- #37 ASSAULT SHELL 2
74% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Team Overloaded
Windows
A high-risk, high reward shoot em up as you power yourself and your enemies up to bring utter chaos to the battlefield!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 10.1%, Multiple Endings 8.5%
- #38 ZOE Begone!
72% matchVery Positive99% of 152 reviews2025
Dev: Retchy GamesPub: PM Studios, Inc.
Windows
A frenetic hand-drawn bullet hell shooter, blending run-and-gun mechanics with classic shmup action in looping arenas. Inspired by drawn-on-film animation of the 1930's - shoot, dash and pound your way through the Animator's creations.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Side Scroller 12.2%, Cartoon 11.3%, Hand-drawn 9.1%
- #39 Metal Head Warfare
73% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Marcos Rodrigues Dos SantosPub: MK-GAMES
Windows
Metal Head Warfare is one of the best fast-paced shooting games in 4K and 120 FPS, modern and with wonderful graphics, where players collect super powers and become increasingly powerful to defeat chaos and evil in a world on the brink of the abyss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Jet 18.8% ★, Arcade 11%, Shooter 10.4%
- #40 AWA 2024
73% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
Windows
AWA 2024 is a fast paced shoot-em-up featuring modern military aircraft. Choose one of the ten fighter aircraft and take the battle to the skies throughout nine action-packed stages each with their own special end-level boss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Jet 19.7% ★, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Arcade 10.7%, Linear 9.7%
- #41 Black Otaku - SOS HD
74% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Def Sauce
Windows
Big guns have begun an attack on YOUR communities, and trust, bredren, YOU DI ONLY BLACK MAN DAT CYAN STOP DEM ...and di only way to stop dem, is to run-right and shoot everything that moves!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Cartoon 12.5%, Shooter 11.8%, Hand-drawn 9.1%
- #42 TENGAI
71% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
Three years after Sengoku Ace. The long-awaited sequel arrives!! Saikyo's side-scrolling shooter. The first installment!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Arcade 12.1%, 1990's 11.3%
- #43 Strix STG
72% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Strix STG Dev
Windows
"Strix STG" is a "Communication-Synchronized Bullet-Hell Casual Vertical-Scrolling Shooting-Game". Let's aim to capture all 5 stages. The best feature of this game is the ability to play two-player co-op online. A simple chat using two types of fixed phrases is prepared for role sharing.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Military 14.4%, Co-op 13%, Shooter 12.9%
- #44 Touch Force
71% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: www.superstargames.co.ukPub: Golocobiz Limited
Windows · Mac
Most unique top down shooter. Bring hell to insectoid robot invasion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Modern 11.6%, 1990's 10.7%
- #45 Kip and Odosan
73% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Stray Voltage Games
Windows
Help Kip run, jump, shoot, swim, and fly her way through the galaxy to save her kidnapped Cat Odosan in this hand-crafted precision platformer. Explore 12 unique levels of platforming challenges through a variety of game play types and unique and challenging levels.
Why similar: Comic Book 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Hand-drawn 8.7%
- #46 Deputinization
70% matchVery Positive98% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: Myttsi Zabav
Windows · Linux
Deputinization is run and gun action game focused on boss battles. The game features pixel graphics and music that is rooted in Ukrainian culture.
Why similar: War 21.8%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Military 10.1%, Modern 9.6%, Shooter 8.4%
- #47 Strike Mission
70% matchMixed53% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: Cube Games
Windows
Strike Mission is a top-down aerial action game where you play as pilot Jake Walker on a mission to stop a global terrorist threat. Face intense battles, daring rescues, and strategic sabotage missions.
Why similar: Military 21%, War 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Shooter 13%, Bullet Hell 11.5%
- #48 Operation: A.S.S. Takedown
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Brian Heier
Windows
Operation: A.S.S. Takedown is a cozy 2D side scrolling roguelike cute em up. You take on the role of an intern at Weather & Air Productions(WAP) as you attempt to take down weather balloons set up by rival company Atmospheric System Services(ASS).
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Comic Book 15.8%, Cartoon 12.4%, Arcade 11.2%, Shooter 8.8%
- #49 Platypus Reclayed
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 633 reviews2025
Dev: Claymatic Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 55%
22 years after its first appearance, the iconic Platypus is coming back, featuring updated gameplay, new weapons and additional content. Get ready to dive into the heart-pounding action of this fast, frantic, and incredibly fun arcade-style shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Cartoon 13%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Co-op 10.9%
- #50 Space War: Infinity
70% matchVery Positive90% of 124 reviews2019
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows
A semi-procedural shoot-'em-up that will test your skills. Level up your ship, unlock amazing weapons, and defeat 5 formidable bosses. Challenge the infinite by facing real-time waves of enemies after completing all missions. Become the intergalactic hero now!
Why similar: Jet 35.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, 1990's 10.2%, Arcade 8.4%
- #51 Disaster Arms - Impact Project B.A.H.N.
66% matchVery Positive100% of 59 reviews2025
Dev: PD_CGT
Windows · Linux
- DRY CONTACT - INSTIGATION OF HYBRID SOLDIER LIFELINE - BIO-AFFECTIONATE HYPER NETWORK -
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Side Scroller 13.2%, Cartoon 11.1%, Hand-drawn 10.1%
- #52 Flying Pigs
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Smallthing Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Become part of the Flying Pigs and free the world from tyranny. Face the enemy of freedom in this unique shoot 'em up set in the skies of World War II. Eyes up, rookie! It's time for pigs to take flight!
Why similar: War 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Arcade 13.1%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Shooter 12%
- #53 Absolute Blue
69% matchMostly Positive70% of 54 reviews2018
Dev: Jochen HeizmannPub: Asylum Square
Windows
Sidescrolling Shoot’em’up that will transport you back into the 90s (and space).
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, 1990's 11.6%, Shooter 8.9%
- #54 Sine Mora
69% matchVery Positive82% of 940 reviews2012
Dev: Digital RealityPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Sine Mora is a horizontal shoot'em up that provides a unique take on challenge, where time is the ultimate factor.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Side Scroller 13%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 5.9%
- #55 Retro Wave Thunder
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chicken Waffle
Windows · Linux
Take control of a hyper radical super-powered gunboat, and battle enemy drones through intense naval warfare! With stunning retro graphics, and chaotic enemy AI, this game will keep you on the edge of your seat! Prepare for waves of enemies, and unleash your thunder!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Military 12.6%, 1990's 12.1%, Arcade 11.1%
- #56 GUN DOG ROCK RAPID
68% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: leimonyaPub: leimonya
Windows
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 26.3%, Side Scroller 21%, Arcade 13.9%, 1990's 13.5%, Shooter 13.1%
- #57 Shikhondo: Blue Pieta
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
Once more, the hunt for Youkai begins! Across the ocean in a city far, far away, the side-scrolling shoot 'em up action of our two protagonists unfolds! Complete the Pietà of struggle that burns blue with its raging barrage!
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.4%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Arcade 12.4%, Shooter 9.4%
- #58 tz mini stg collection
66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Arcade 14.9%, Shooter 13.2%
- #59 Alien Space Bastards
67% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Alien Space Bastards is a procedurally generated 3D arcade style shooter. The aliens are attacking in force and you must utilize all the weaponry you have to survive the onslaught and bring piece to the galaxy. Multiple power ups will assist you on your suicide mission, good luck and fight bravely!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Arcade 11.2%, Shooter 10.7%, War 9.7%
- #60 WarZone
69% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Jim Dex GamesPub: Steam
Windows
A tough soldier has been send to infiltrate an enenmy base and destroy it.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Modern 12.2%, Military 11.6%, 1990's 10.9%