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Games Like Pew Pew Rocket!

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  1. #1 Rhythm Destruction
    97% matchMixed45% of 135 reviews2014
    Dev: Curious Panda Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Rhythm Destruction is a rhythm & shoot'em up that aims to combine the best of both genres. Blast and maneuver your way through perilous stages filled with numerous enemies, obstacles and unique boss encounters.

    Why similar: Rhythm 29.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Casual 15.4%, Indie 4.5%

  2. #2 Vector Strain
    96% matchMostly Positive76% of 70 reviews2015
    Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%

    Addictive fast-paced shoot-em-up with beautiful 3D graphics and an amazing soundtrack. 5 ships to choose from and 5 action-packed Stages.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.7%, Bullet Hell 31.1%, Arcade 12%, Sci-fi 6.5%, Action 4.5%

  3. #3 Quad Blaster
    96% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
    Dev: Juritobi
    Windows

    A small shoot 'em up that combines the charm of retro arcades with innovative gameplay mechanics, delivering a fresh yet familiar experience. A single coin gives you as many attempts as you want to get the world's high score.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.4%, Bullet Hell 36.7%, Arcade 18.1%, Action 0.7%

  4. #4 Razor2: Hidden Skies
    95% matchMostly Negative26% of 237 reviews2010
    Dev: Invent4 EntertainmentPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 24%

    Razor2: Hidden Skies Razor2: Hidden Skies is a top view shooter. The game has the style of successful classic arcade games, while using the latest technology to create great visuals and effects. An old-school game with all new technology.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Casual 15.7%, Arcade 9.4%, Action 6%

  5. #5 A City Sleeps™
    94% matchMixed56% of 94 reviews2014
    Dev: Harmonix Music Systems, Inc
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    From the creator of Rock Band™ and Amplitude™ comes a fresh new approach to the traditional shoot 'em up! All the action is driven by an entrancing soundtrack- no beatmatching required. The Idol System introduces a tactical layer on top of proven shmup gameplay allowing for a range of play styles.

    Why similar: Rhythm 32.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Bullet Hell 28.6%, Action 4.2%, Indie 3.5%

  6. #6 Steel Vampire
    94% matchVery Positive91% of 97 reviews2018
    Dev: AkiragoyaPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    Hear the shrieks of colliding metal! Behold the true form of steel! An explosive onslaught of shooting action!!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39%, Bullet Hell 29.6%, Casual 12.8%, Arcade 10.4%, Action 4.3%

  7. #7 Shikhondo(食魂徒) - Soul Eater
    93% matchVery Positive83% of 216 reviews2017
    Dev: DeerFarm
    Windows

    Select one of the Grim Reaper or girl. Find escaped yokai from limbo, extricate soul that they absorbed. You must reseal them after

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41%, Bullet Hell 34.8%, Casual 11%, Arcade 6.2%, Action 3.6%

  8. #8 VRITRA COMPLETE EDITION
    91% matchPositive88% of 41 reviews2018
    Dev: Neotro Inc.
    Windows

    A challenge from ancient times delivered to gamers. That excitement from the past has returned. The complete version of VRITRA, the 2D fantasy shooting game, is out now!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.3%, Bullet Hell 27.7%, Casual 16.1%, Arcade 10.7%, Action 5.3%

  9. #9 Stellarium
    92% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: Arcarium
    Windows

    Ride around the many galaxies of Stellarium in a hectic vertical bullet hell, facing off all kinds of creatures and dodging giant storms of bullets.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.2%, Bullet Hell 35.4%, Arcade 13.2%, Casual 11.2%, Action 3.5%

  10. #10 Spark
    90% matchPositive91% of 33 reviews2017
    Dev: Knightmare Games, Limited
    Windows · Mac

    Spark is a creative, combo-centric, Shoot 'em up game. It's a 3-in-1 old-school arcade game fueled by the competitive urge to climb the leaderboards. The unique shooting system hooks the player as they discover more and more ways to create beautiful and effective combos.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Bullet Hell 28.7%, Casual 15.2%, Arcade 14.2%, Action 4.8%

  11. #11 Gunvein
    89% matchVery Positive97% of 212 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 46.3%, Bullet Hell 31.4%, Arcade 13.1%, Sci-fi 4.8%, Action 3.8%

  12. #12 Danmaku Unlimited 3
    89% matchVery Positive87% of 240 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 40.2%, Bullet Hell 37.9%, Arcade 10.5%, Sci-fi 5.2%, Action 3.5%

  13. #13 Star Saviors
    88% matchVery Positive82% of 1,683 reviews2016
    Dev: Sharpened Edge Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Saviors brings the best bullet hell experience you can find on Steam. Play through 18 challenging stages in this ultimate test of tactics and reflexes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.3%, Bullet Hell 30.6%, Arcade 5.6%, Strategy 5.6%, Action 2.7%

  14. #14 Armageddon Sky's Invasion
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Couts Unlimited Games
    Windows

    Armageddon Sky's Invasion is a vertical scrolling bullet hell shoot'em up. You will destroy countless waves of the invader's fleet to protect the planet that you love. Face challenging boss and be surprised by the beautiful backgrounds.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Strategy 17.2%, Arcade 13.7%, Futuristic 8.6%

  15. #15 Anxiety Bot in Space!
    86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Anxiety Bot Studios
    Windows

    Oh no! Anxiety Bot has found himself in a meteor field! Try to help him survive as long as possible in this cozy, laid back arcade shooter. How long can you keep him safe?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Strategy 20.2%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Casual 13.3%, Arcade 10%

  16. #16 The War Enders Evolution
    86% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2020
    Dev: Crystal Heart's Studio
    Windows

    The War Enders Evolution is an arcade style single-stage bullet hell game. Beat the game with the choice from three different fighters and two different styles.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36%, Bullet Hell 32.8%, Casual 25.3%, Indie 5.9%

  17. #17 PsycoCat
    85% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2019
    Dev: YukiOstudio
    Windows

    You are the PsycoCat, an ultimate cat hooked to a balloon with an alien weapon After an apprenticeship against floating rocks you will be ready to fight the most terrible creatures of the world. Bull, rabbit, flying chicken and more await you for a terrible confrontation in the heavens. Good luck

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.6%, Bullet Hell 36.1%, Casual 11.1%, Action 5.1%, Indie 5%

  18. #18 东方龙华传 - The Gatekeeper of Scarlet's Mansion
    83% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Fs
    Windows

    In this Touhou doujin STG, you don't attack enemies by shooting bullets. Instead, use punches, fairy maids, and Spell Cards to fulfill gatekeeper's duty. On top of that, learn how to build combos, win a lot of blue points, and experience the exhilarating feeling when they fill the entire screen!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Bullet Hell 28.9%, Strategy 16.4%, Arcade 12.2%, Combat 4.3%

  19. #19 SpaceMerc
    84% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2017
    Dev: Colin EUMP
    Windows · Linux

    SpaceMerc is a casual narrative bullet hell shooter about one pilot's quest to get paid by blowing stuff up. There's also an intergalactic war or something going on too.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.6%, Bullet Hell 32.8%, Casual 9.2%, Sci-fi 8%, Action 5.8%

  20. #20 Space Codex
    84% matchVery Positive81% of 412 reviews2016
    Dev: takk
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Space Codex is a casual retro arcade minimal awesome top-down shooter featuring waves of enemy spaceships with different attacks in what is, literally, a bullet hell. To beat them, you will have power-up options available through the map. The game only gets harder. How long can you stay alive?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.5%, Casual 27.7%, Bullet Hell 23.5%, Arcade 9.3%

  21. #21 Danmaku Unlimited 2
    82% matchVery Positive93% of 481 reviews2014
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 44.7%, Bullet Hell 44.3%, Arcade 6.6%, Action 2.4%, Indie 2%

  22. #22 One Way Road: Firehunt
    81% matchMostly Positive73% of 119 reviews2024
    Dev: Shabunov LeonidPub: Valkyrie Initiative
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    Firehunt is a prologue for the main story One Way Road. Take part in space battles as you travel across the galaxy and fight to save humanity. This cinematic narrative driven action-focused space shooter, will take you on a journey into the near future, and put the destiny of mankind in your hands.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Bullet Hell 22%, 2.5D 15.4%, Arcade 11.9%, Futuristic 9.9%

  23. #23 Tankorama
    82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
    Dev: GO Dizajn
    Windows

    TANKORAMA is an old school top-down shoot ‘em up game with modern graphics and addictive gameplay. Control HOVERING TANKS, destroy enemies, collect power ups and challenge wicked bosses in single player. Show who is THE BOSS on Earth!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.3%, Bullet Hell 29.6%, Casual 21%, Action 6.3%, Indie 4.8%

  24. #24 Sine Mora
    80% 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 57.1%, Bullet Hell 28%, Arcade 9.7%, Action 2.8%, Indie 2.3%

  25. #25 Ikaruga
    79% matchVery Positive95% of 2,307 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 46.9%, Bullet Hell 38.3%, Arcade 11.3%, Sci-fi 1.8%, Action 1.2%

  26. #26 Laser Droplets
    79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Kikashi Online
    Windows · Mac

    Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Bullet Hell 31.9%, Arcade 16.4%, Casual 8.3%, Sci-fi 4.2%

  27. #27 DoDonPachi Resurrection
    78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,051 reviews2016
    Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.3 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 45%, Bullet Hell 41.9%, Arcade 11.1%, Action 2%

  28. #28 Psyvariar 3
    78% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Banana BytesPub: Red Art Games
    Windows

    Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Bullet Hell 26.9%, 2.5D 14%, Arcade 9.9%, Futuristic 5.4%

  29. #29 REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
    76% matchVery Positive90% of 398 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 37.8%, Bullet Hell 25.9%, 2.5D 12.2%, Arcade 8.3%, Futuristic 6.9%

  30. #30 Bass Harrier
    75% match9 user reviews90% of 10 reviews2025
    Dev: Blanime! Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Bass Harrier is a rhythm-fueled shoot 'em up. This world is powered by the Riddim of the music—enemy spawns, environments, and even the lights shift dynamically to the stage's soundtrack. No need for prior experience—just follow the beat, dodge threats, and fire away!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Rhythm 25%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Arcade 8.4%, Strategy 7.3%

  31. #31 Raiden V: Director's Cut | 雷電 V Director's Cut | 雷電V:導演剪輯版
    77% matchMixed56% of 527 reviews2017
    Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Arcade hit Raiden first left its mark on the shooting genre 25 years ago. The easy to learn, hard to master series comes to the PC in its most modern and advanced form yet! Join the war for Earth's future-where the tide of battle holds constant surprises.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.6%, Bullet Hell 29.7%, Arcade 15.3%, Action 4.4%

  32. #32 Invaliens
    77% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: Galactic Droids Ltd
    Windows

    Retro arcade classic, Defeat a million invaders from another dimension in this side scrolling shoot'em up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.3%, Bullet Hell 27.6%, Casual 13%, Arcade 10.5%, Sci-fi 4.1%

  33. #33 AirRaid
    76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Pilea Development LLC
    Windows

    A classic action arcade shooter with modern, fully destructible enemies. 10 waves of progressively increasing insanity.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.4%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Arcade 15.4%, 2.5D 14.8%, Casual 4.8%

  34. #34 Mushihimesama
    74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,525 reviews2015
    Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.8 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: Shoot 'Em Up 43.4%, Bullet Hell 43%, Arcade 11.5%, Action 1.9%, Singleplayer 0.2%

  35. #35 White Eyes
    75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Chocolate Ship Games
    Windows

    Embark on an interstellar race as the universe collapses. Swing swords, fire projectiles, and reflect hazards to save nomads. 60 challenging missions. Random encounters. Simple mouse controls. Conquer diverse hazards. Will you guide them home?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, 2.5D 18.7%, Casual 14.3%, Arcade 13.2%, Futuristic 7.4%

  36. #36 Karous
    73% matchPositive93% of 30 reviews2026
    Dev: RS34
    Windows

    Slash, shoot, guard, grow! Karous, a Dreamcast shoot 'em up originally released back in 2007, is now soaring onto PC. Play as Karous, a girl who lost her parents in a great war with humans. Driven by her father's dying words, she descends to Earth in search of the Sanguis Dei.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.1%, Bullet Hell 35.4%, Arcade 15.1%, Action 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.7%

  37. #37 Ad SHOOt(アドシュー)
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: BOCSTE, Ltd.
    Windows

    A 2D vertical scrolling bullet-hell shooter game where you shoot down fictional advertisements. Features 7 stages and full Japanese voice acting.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.7%, Bullet Hell 36%, Casual 11%, Arcade 5.9%, Indie 3%

  38. #38 Cybxus Heart
    73% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
    Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
    Windows

    Cybxus Hearts inspired by classic Japanese shooting games. This is a game where you control three different characters at the same time.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.9%, Bullet Hell 36.5%, Arcade 13.6%, Sci-fi 4.9%, Action 4.1%

  39. #39 Resurrection Core
    74% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: ramen_keitto
    Windows

    Resurrection Core is vertically scrolling Bullet Hell Shoot ´Em Up game. It honors the arcade classics but also adds modern touch and unique game-play mechanics to the genre. Master the unique weapon systems and resurrect enemy cores to become the ultimate fighting machine!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, 2.5D 13.5%, Arcade 11.7%, Futuristic 6.6%

  40. #40 WOLFLAME
    72% matchVery Positive85% of 116 reviews2016
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.6%, Bullet Hell 25%, Arcade 14%, Casual 6.5%, Sci-fi 4.3%

  41. #41 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
    69% matchVery Positive97% of 357 reviews2021
    Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 8.0 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 39.9%, Bullet Hell 33.3%, Arcade 15.2%, Action 4.2%, Sci-fi 3.8%

  42. #42 Star Hunter DX
    71% matchPositive81% of 31 reviews2021
    Dev: 1CC GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
    Windows

    Betrayed by her cut-throat crew, Luna Starr - former Space Pirate Captain turned bounty hunter - has a score to settle. As Luna, travel to 5 exotic planets to track down your mutinous mates, and face them in Bullet Hell dogfights to the death!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.3%, Bullet Hell 30.4%, Arcade 9.2%, Futuristic 8.4%, Sci-fi 7%

  43. #43 Sky Mercenaries
    72% matchMixed69% of 125 reviews2014
    Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Sky Mercenaries - Fast paced action overdose with rpg elements

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.5%, Bullet Hell 35.2%, Arcade 14.7%, Action 4.8%, Indie 3.8%

  44. #44 Destruction of Heavenly Bliss
    71% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Alex Stocking
    Windows

    A roguelite shoot 'em up with an oldschool aesthetic and an intense gameplay loop. Fight through 9 levels of a grueling training simulation, growing stronger with every loop, and realize ignorance truly is bliss.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.6%, Bullet Hell 27.8%, 2.5D 14.8%, Arcade 10.8%, Action 4.1%

  45. #45 Blazend
    70% 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 35.6%, Bullet Hell 30.9%, Arcade 15.6%, Futuristic 8.1%, Action 5.2%

  46. #46 BLUE REVOLVER
    69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 858 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 53.4%, Bullet Hell 32.7%, Arcade 9.5%, Action 2.3%, Indie 2.1%

  47. #47 Protect the Grimoire
    68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Mhbs
    Windows

    Survive, protect, and strike back in Protect the Grimoire! A fast-paced roguelite bullet hell shoot ’em up. Face relentless Dark Wizards and fight your way toward the most powerful grimoires in existence.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.9%, Bullet Hell 30%, Strategy 14%, Relaxing 6.6%, Casual 6.2%

  48. #48 misaligned
    70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Michal Kelisek
    Windows

    Classic 80s inspired shooter

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Bullet Hell 32.6%, Arcade 11.7%, Casual 10.4%, Sci-fi 4.7%

  49. #49 Little Turrets
    69% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Grand Reduction
    Windows

    Build turret defenses to survive, gradually expanding your territory to escape to the next level. Don't get too comfortable though, the levels go on forever. Do they get old eventually? Probably. But you'll keep coming back for more.

    Why similar: Rhythm 28.1%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, 2.5D 17%, Arcade 11%, Casual 8.8%

  50. #50 Rank · Boss · Bullets
    71% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: Shadowblue
    Windows

    An EXTREMELY HARDCORE vertical bullet hell game that only features boss fights. Preview and select between three randomly generated options to choose the boss and every add-on you're going to face, then start a time-based survival trial. Difficulty can be scaled infinitely here.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.4%, Bullet Hell 39.6%, Arcade 14.9%, Action 3.1%

  51. #51 Lilac 0
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2025
    Dev: Bullet Prince
    Windows

    The machine world of Molybdion has fallen into disarray. As Nidhogg eats the root of the planet, unending wars rage on the surface! Slice your way through hordes of metallic foes in five frantic levels, defeat fearsome bosses, and dodge countless bullets in this vintage vertical shoot 'em up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.4%, Bullet Hell 29.2%, Arcade 14%, Futuristic 11.1%, Combat 3.8%

  52. #52 Ruzh Delta Z
    70% matchMixed62% of 506 reviews2015
    Dev: Pribuni
    Windows
    Median: 6 minMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 14%

    Ruzh Delta Z is a frenzied shoot-em-up which draws inspiration from classics such as Gradius, DoDonPachi, and R-Type. Shoot your way through perilous stages and wreck thousands of rogue vessels in your quest to become the ultimate pilot.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Bullet Hell 28.1%, Casual 22.4%, Action 8%, Indie 5.4%

  53. #53 Deathsmiles
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 609 reviews2016
    Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 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 46.5%, Bullet Hell 39.5%, Arcade 10.3%, Action 2.5%, Indie 1.2%

  54. #54 Catnip Cosmos
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Shattering Pie
    Windows

    Shoot. Collect. Power up. Repeat. Pilot cat-operated spaceships on timed Zoomies runs in this intense 2D pixel-art side-view shooter. Switch unique cat pilots, combine copilots for powerful synergies, and defeat escalating bosses in an addictive incremental action loop.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Strategy 25.9%, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Arcade 9.2%, Casual 5.7%

  55. #55 Soundodger 2
    65% matchVery Positive95% of 204 reviews2023
    Dev: Studio Bean
    Windows

    Dodge the music and weave through an endless ballet of bullets in an all-new collection of hand-crafted levels set to the music of an award-winning cast of international musicians. Turn any song into an amazing experience with the robust Level Editor and never run out of things to dodge.

    Why similar: Rhythm 23.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, 2.5D 11.3%, Arcade 8.2%

  56. #56 Andro Dunos II
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 215 reviews2022
    Dev: Picorinne SoftPub: Maximum Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 31%

    The sequel of the famous Shoot'em up from the Visco studio is back, 30 years after the first opus, released exclusively on Neo-Geo MVS and Neo-Geo AES in 1992 . It's time to bring out your good old battle ship in ANDRO DUNOS 2!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.5%, Bullet Hell 28.7%, Arcade 12.5%, Futuristic 6.4%, Action 2.8%

  57. #57 Echoes+
    66% matchVery Positive92% of 857 reviews2015
    Dev: Binary Zoo
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%

    Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41%, Bullet Hell 36.4%, Arcade 11%, Action 6.6%, Indie 4.3%

  58. #58 VectaGuard: Zero
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: RetroNinja
    Windows · Linux

    Arcade-inspired shmup action where neon vector caverns explode with modern visuals, dynamic music, weapon upgrades and intense score chasing.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, 2.5D 17.3%, Arcade 11%, Futuristic 7.7%

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