- #1 BLUE REVOLVER
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 888 reviews2016
Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.8%, Bullet Hell 25%, Arcade 10.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%, Female Protagonist 5%
- #2 Ikaruga
96% matchVery Positive95% of 2,344 reviews2014
Dev: TREASURE
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Shoot! Dodge! and... Get Hit!? "Ikaruga" is a vertical shoot 'em up that features an unique polarity-switching gameplay. Switch the ship's polarity and "get hit and absorb" enemy bullets! Achieve High Score with the chain bonus!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.1%, Bullet Hell 30.7%, Arcade 13.1%, Great Soundtrack 5%, Shooter 4.2%
- #3 ZeroRanger
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,191 reviews2018
Dev: System Erasure
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.5%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Great Soundtrack 12.7%, Arcade 9.1%, Action 4.6%
- #4 Rigid Force Alpha
96% matchMostly Positive80% of 134 reviews2018
Dev: com8com1 Software
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Classic shoot’em up action in modern 3D! Blast off to take down hordes of infected aliens and dreadful machines programmed on waging an intergalactic war against mankind!
Why similar: 2.5D 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Score Attack 14.6%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Arcade 9%
- #5 Mushihimesama
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,553 reviews2015
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Arcade 12.1%, Great Soundtrack 7.3%, Difficult 6.6%
- #6 RefRain - prism memories -
94% matchVery Positive98% of 138 reviews2016
Dev: RebRankPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
RefRain - prism memories - is an empowering, cyberpunk, bullet-hell shoot-’em-up that focuses on fast-paced, offensive gameplay. “Dive” into a hazardous digital world, cycle through 3 different attack modes, and delete the opposition with superior firepower.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.9%, Bullet Hell 27.3%, Action 14.5%, Great Soundtrack 12%, Indie 6.3%
- #7 The Hurricane of the Varstray -Collateral hazard-
93% matchMostly Positive75% of 214 reviews2015
Dev: Studio SiestAPub: Rocket-Engine Co.,Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 7.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
【About "The Hurricane of the Varstray"】"The Hurricane of the Varstray" is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with a SF story: in the distant future, to defend the Earth against the invasion of mystery mechanical structures, 4 girls head to "the Varstray sector," far away from the Earth and considered as the v
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Score Attack 7.9%, Female Protagonist 7.6%, Arcade 7.2%
- #8 Danmaku Unlimited 3
92% matchVery Positive87% of 243 reviews2017
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Bullet Hell 31.3%, Arcade 12.7%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Sci-fi 6.7%
- #9 DRAINUS
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,135 reviews2022
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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 42.1%, Shooter 15.9%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Action 9.1%
- #10 REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
91% matchVery Positive91% of 404 reviews2014
Dev: Cross EagletPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, 2.5D 14.5%, Score Attack 8%, Arcade 7.3%
- #11 BIRDCAGE
88% matchVery Positive97% of 219 reviews2025
Dev: POLYGON BIRD
Windows
Shoot, slash and weave through bullets and enemies in this story-driven arcade shooter. The RADON Daughters have launched their ultimate weapon. Take control of the experimental gunship HALCYON and break out of the CAGE.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Difficult 11.8%, Arcade 9.5%, Shooter 9.1%
- #12 XIIZEAL
91% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Difficult 11.6%, Score Attack 11.4%, Arcade 9.3%
- #13 Jet Lancer
89% matchVery Positive93% of 1,217 reviews2020
Dev: Code WakersPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Jet Lancer is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you duel enemy aviators, hunt giant robots, and defy death at supersonic speeds as you evolve from an unknown rookie aviator into a once-in-a-generation ACE pilot.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Difficult 11.1%, Arcade 9.2%, Fast-Paced 8.8%
- #14 SUGURI
89% matchVery Positive83% of 223 reviews2014
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Rockin' Android
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Experience the rush of battle with the fan acclaimed Bullet-Hell shooter "SUGURI". You're equipped with an automatic lock-on targeting system and a unique arsenal of hyper weapons, power shields, and more. Sure, she may look cute, but when it's time to fight, it's all business.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Difficult 8.4%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%
- #15 Radiant Silvergun
86% matchVery Positive93% of 219 reviews2023
Dev: Live Wire
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!
Why similar: 2.5D 17.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Difficult 10.1%, Arcade 8.5%
- #16 WITCH-BOT MEGLILO
87% matchVery Positive93% of 123 reviews2016
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Stop time and project yourself through space with “Time-stop warp” magic, pass through physical obstacles, dodge incoming bullets and shoot down your enemies! A satisfying shooter, filled with dark humor!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Difficult 12.2%, Arcade 11.4%, Female Protagonist 9.9%
- #17 Sophstar
86% matchVery Positive100% of 107 reviews2022
Dev: Banana Bytes
Windows
A vertical arcade shoot'em up with an inventive teleport system, lots of fast-blazing action and explosions, tons of boss fights, a risk/reward based score system and a proper challenge for both veteran and new players of the genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Score Attack 11.9%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 8.5%
- #18 Railgunners
85% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: Expresso Studios
Windows
Railgunners is a shooter built to highly customizable difficulty levels. Fight your way through hundreds of enemy ships, and help humanity fight back against the alien invasion!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Difficult 11.5%, Arcade 10.8%, Female Protagonist 9.5%
- #19 G-Darius HD
84% matchVery Positive94% of 162 reviews2022
Dev: TAITO CORP.
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
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: 2.5D 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Score Attack 11%, Arcade 10.8%, Shooter 10.1%
- #20 RagingBlasters
82% matchVery Positive99% of 124 reviews2021
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Score Attack 18.4%, Shooter 13%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Bullet Hell 7.4%
- #21 Power-Up
84% matchMixed58% of 266 reviews2014
Dev: Psychotic Psoftware
Windows
Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 97%
A fast-paced retro shoot-'em-up featuring evolving weapons, intense arcade combat and massive bosses — from one-man studio Psychotic Psoftware.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Bullet Hell 16%, Shooter 10.4%, Space 9.6%, Score Attack 8.8%
- #22 Ex-Zodiac
80% matchVery Positive94% of 1,064 reviews2022
Dev: MNKYPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 1.1 hrs≥1hr: 36%
A fast-paced low-poly 3D rail shooter heavily inspired by classics of the early 90's. Join protagonist Kyuu as she fights to free the worlds of the Sanzaru Star System, overrun by the intergalactic terrorist organization known as Zodiac.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Arcade 15.4%, Shooter 14.1%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Space 11.2%
- #23 Cycle 28
83% matchVery Positive81% of 59 reviews2018
Dev: Pill Bug Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Cycle 28 is an intense momentum-based space shooter driven by a cinematic orchestral soundtrack. A game where the physics, the music, and the fight to survive combine to pull you into a place where nothing else exists... just you, your ship, and the need to do better.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Score Attack 14.1%, Difficult 9.4%, Arcade 9.3%
- #24 ESCHATOS
82% matchVery Positive97% of 310 reviews2015
Dev: QutePub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%
An alien menace has descended on Earth! Defend the world from UFO invasion in this superb arcade shooter from Qute. Use your weapons effectively, deflect enemy bullets with your shield, and recapture the Moon from alien infestation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Score Attack 11.4%, 2.5D 9.7%, Arcade 9.5%
- #25 弹幕音乐绘 ~风雷幻奏曲~ / Barrage Musical ~A Fantasy of Tempest~
81% matchVery Positive96% of 358 reviews2017
Dev: SlimeSmile
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
This is a music rhythm STG where stages with highly BGM synchronization will show you a barrage musical; A shop system with dozens of items available offers you infinite possibility; An AI based auto dodging system benefits beginners.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Shooter 10%
- #26 Dark Old Sun
81% matchVery Positive92% of 53 reviews2018
Dev: SN!Somos Nerds
Windows · Mac · Linux
A shoot'em up, with focus on choice and progressiveness, so you can choose between a wide selection of weapons, and upgrade them becoming way more powerfull as you play.Big multi-phase bosses and a dramatic story.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Action 17.4%, Difficult 10.7%, Shooter 10.6%
- #27 Deathsmiles
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 624 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Bullet Hell 30.9%, Arcade 11.8%, Female Protagonist 7.1%, Great Soundtrack 5.2%
- #28 Pewt 'em Up!
77% matchVery Positive96% of 171 reviews2022
Dev: team tsoto
Windows · Linux
Pewt 'em Up! is a retro inspired arcade space shoot 'em up with lots of upgrades, achievements, extras and more.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Arcade 18.5%, Shooter 16.5%, Space 9.8%, Sci-fi 8.1%
- #29 BULLET SOUL
79% matchVery Positive84% of 74 reviews2017
Dev: MAGES. Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Blending classic shooting game design with a substantial dose of modern day bullet hell and flashy pyrotechnics, Bullet Soul has it all! Play through multiple modes, all designed to welcome newcomers to the genre, but also challenge experts aiming for ever higher scores.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.8%, Bullet Hell 29.3%, Great Soundtrack 11.4%, Action 9.8%, Sci-fi 7.6%
- #30 DoDonPachi Resurrection
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,065 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Score Attack 13.5%, Arcade 10.1%, Shooter 9.5%
- #31 DEVIL BLADE REBOOT
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 829 reviews2024
Dev: SHIGATAKE GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 66%
An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Score Attack 17.4%, 2.5D 15.6%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Shooter 10.7%
- #32 Xmas Shooting - Scramble!!
78% matchVery Positive93% of 138 reviews2016
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Help Aru save Christmas in this humoristic, action-packed shooter set in the universe of QP Shooting - Dangerous!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Score Attack 11%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Shooter 9.3%
- #33 Eigengrau
74% matchVery Positive100% of 94 reviews2023
Dev: Martin Mauersics
Windows · Mac · Linux
A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17%, 2.5D 16.4%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Score Attack 12.7%, Arcade 9%
- #34 Vostok 2061
76% matchMostly Positive67% of 57 reviews2022
Dev: DYV's Game
Windows
Vostok 2061 is a modern-graphics vertical scroll shooter. Gorgeous alien worlds, spaceships, and bosses. Explore mysteries as you listen to a great soundtrack!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, 2.5D 13.2%, Arcade 9.6%, Shooter 9.1%
- #35 Outnumbered
75% matchMostly Positive78% of 247 reviews2022
Dev: Amped Horizon
Windows
Outnumbered is a mass-enemy top-down shooter where bullet heaven meets bullet hell. Evolve your ship, master your loadout and turn the tide against hordes of enemies. You may be outnumbered, but you are far from outpowered.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Arcade 10.1%, Shooter 9.7%, Score Attack 8.5%
- #36 Grav Blazer
78% matchMixed48% of 161 reviews2017
Dev: Ripknot Systems
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 2.9 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 17.3%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Arcade 10.6%, Shooter 9.4%, Space 8.6%
- #37 Murasaki
76% matchVery Positive91% of 137 reviews2016
Dev: KatatemaPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
"Murasaki" is a puzzle explosion game. Use explosions to clear the screen of pesky obstacles filling it up. The only controls you need are the directional buttons and two other buttons (Z and X)!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Great Soundtrack 8.9%, Difficult 8.1%, Action 7.9%
- #38 Last Command
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,420 reviews2022
Dev: No Stuck Game StudioPub: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Last Command is a fast-paced Snake x Bullet Hell action game. Maneuver through enemies’ barrage of attacks, collect Data Points to deal damage! Mix and match skill chips as you progress, overcome intense Boss battles, and uncover the secrets of their program world...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.9%, Difficult 20.2%, Arcade 16.2%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Sci-fi 9.9%
- #39 Assault Android Cactus+
73% matchVery Positive94% of 2,009 reviews2015
Dev: Witch Beam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Difficult 12.8%, Arcade 10.4%, Female Protagonist 9.7%
- #40 Schildmaid MX
73% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2023
Dev: HitP Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your shield tech and absorb projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield expires and it's danger time, you better switch up your strategy fast...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Score Attack 12.7%, Arcade 12.6%, Shooter 10.9%, Space 10%
- #41 Nova Drift
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,511 reviews2024
Dev: ChimericPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Arcade 13.3%, Shooter 12.1%, Space 11.9%
- #42 Hellsinker.
73% matchVery Positive89% of 274 reviews2019
Dev: Ruminant’s WhimperPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 55%
A legendary SHMUP influential to the best makers in the genre, Hellsinker is now available on steam in its most advanced form! Gameplay, story, graphics, and even music all united into one cohesive and highly dimensional Shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Bullet Hell 19%, Arcade 11.8%, Score Attack 10.4%, Difficult 10.2%
- #43 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
70% matchVery Positive97% of 376 reviews2021
Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 7.8 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: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Score Attack 11.5%, Arcade 11.3%, Shooter 10%
- #44 Neptunia Shooter
71% matchVery Positive88% of 745 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 67.2 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Arcade 9%, Female Protagonist 8.8%, Shooter 8%
- #45 Danmaku Unlimited 2
72% matchVery Positive92% of 489 reviews2014
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Classic Japanese style vertical manic shooting action! Shoot, dodge and explode your way through the second entry in the critically acclaimed Danmaku Unlimited series. Battle through nail-biting bullet patterns and compete for dominance on the global leaderboard!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 36.7%, Arcade 7.9%, Great Soundtrack 6.5%, Shooter 5.5%
- #46 Graze Counter
71% matchVery Positive96% of 318 reviews2017
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Arcade 11.6%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Difficult 9.9%
- #47 Sine Mora EX
72% matchMixed64% of 686 reviews2017
Dev: Digital RealityPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Sine Mora EX is a side-scrolling shoot'em up that provides a unique challenge, where time is the ultimate factor. Mixing classic shooter sensibilities with contemporary presentation, Sine Mora EX is a gorgeous shoot'em up offering both a Story Mode that weaves an excessive tale and an Arcade Mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, 2.5D 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Difficult 11.3%, Arcade 9.2%
- #48 Phoenix 2
67% matchMixed66% of 233 reviews2026
Dev: Firi Games
Windows
A fast-paced shoot 'em up where skill matters. Master over 100 ships, unleash powerful special abilities, and blast through waves of Invaders. Play a new mission every day and climb the world-wide leaderboards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Arcade 13.4%, Score Attack 13%, Space 6.7%
- #49 Natsuki Chronicles
69% matchVery Positive85% of 231 reviews2021
Dev: QutePub: Rising Star Games
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 48%
New dramatic horizontal shoot ’em up that takes place in the same setting as Ginga Force. An immersive story that follows protagonist Natsuki. Discover the story of her past as a rookie pilot up to present day with events that are parallel to those in Ginga Force.
Why similar: Action 29.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Arcade 13.7%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Fast-Paced 8.6%
- #50 Bullet Hell Monday
68% matchVery Positive95% of 66 reviews2022
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
Beginner Welcome Bullet Hell Shooter. "Chapter Mode", which is starting from a simple stage and gradually becoming more difficult, is recommended for beginners. Once you get used to bullet hell, let's experience full-scale bullet hell in "Challenge Mode".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Score Attack 13.1%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 11.3%
- #51 Yoiyami Dancers: Twilight Danmaku Dancers
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 670 reviews2022
Dev: tripper_roomPub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Dodge bullets to the rhythm and take down everything that moves! A rhythmical danmaku action game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.7%, Female Protagonist 19.5%, Action 16.9%, Difficult 10.7%, Singleplayer 4.2%
- #52 Xenoraid: The First Space War
70% matchVery Positive87% of 144 reviews2016
Dev: 10tons Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with procedurally driven missions and detailed shooting mechanics. Modern features such as real time fighter switching and squadron management make Xenoraid a fresh and thrilling shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Score Attack 15.9%, Arcade 10.8%, Bullet Hell 10.5%, Shooter 9.7%
- #53 Revolution Ace
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,886 reviews2014
Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A deep, tactical shoot'em up. With every takedown, you’ll earn cash and xp to upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Online and local co-op. Unique versus mode. Realistic physics and water simulation.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Arcade 10.9%, Shooter 10.6%, Action 6.5%
- #54 Super Glitter Rush
67% matchVery Positive95% of 115 reviews2021
Dev: tiny cactus studio
Windows
Super Glitter Rush is a boss-rush style bullet hell shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.5%, Bullet Hell 25.9%, Shooter 14.7%, Score Attack 10.8%, Action 6.4%
- #55 Switch 'N' Shoot
67% matchVery Positive96% of 155 reviews2016
Dev: Matt Glanville
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Score Attack 17.1%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Difficult 11%, Arcade 10.4%
- #56 ProtoCorgi
65% matchVery Positive90% of 173 reviews2023
Dev: Kemono GamesPub: Ravenscourt
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Get ready to Bark’em Up! Play as Bullet, a C³ class (Cute Cybernetic Corgi) pup on his quest to save his owner, a brilliant scientist kidnapped by an alien race that wants to rule the galaxy. ProtoCorgi is a retro pixel art shoot’em up with a strong arcade feel!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Arcade 14.9%, Shooter 11.7%, Space 9.3%
- #57 Gunvein
64% matchVery Positive97% of 219 reviews2022
Dev: NGDEV
Windows
Gunvein is a dynamic, aggression-based bullet hell shoot em up where you use lock on lasers, charged weapons, bombs & hypers to overwhelm the enemies before they overwhelm you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.6%, Bullet Hell 24.4%, Arcade 14.7%, Shooter 8.5%, Action 6.7%
- #58 Beat Invaders
65% matchVery Positive96% of 210 reviews2022
Dev: Raffaele Picca
Windows · Linux
Beat Invaders is a Vertical Shoot 'Em Up Roguelite - Fight your way through enemy fleets, unlock skills, items, ships, and upgrade them in the next run. Enjoy the smooth neon visuals matching the pushing EDM soundtrack - The perfect game to unwind.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 18%, Space 11.9%, Arcade 11.6%, Shooter 10%
- #59 Space Invaders Extreme
67% matchVery Positive87% of 267 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
The critically acclaimed update to the Space Invaders franchise has arrived to invade Steam with greatly improved graphics and audio! Packed with pulsing, vibrant visuals enhanced further by interactive sound. The invaders have evolved, the question is: can you keep up?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Score Attack 11.9%, Difficult 11%, Arcade 10%