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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Bullet Hell, Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Shooter.

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  1. #1 Chippy
    97% matchVery Positive91% of 1,169 reviews2019
    Dev: Facepunch Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Chip destructible bosses apart pixel-by-pixel in this twin-stick bullet-hell shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.8%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Moddable 10.6%, Abstract 9.9%

  2. #2 Undercroft Warriors
    96% matchMostly Positive79% of 459 reviews2024
    Dev: Fuzzy
    Windows

    Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Shooter 8.3%, Top-Down 6.9%

  3. #3 Windowkill
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,560 reviews2024
    Dev: torcado
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Windowkill is a twin-stick shooter, but the game window itself is constantly closing in on you. Shoot the window edges to push it around your screen as you fight and dodge enemies and bosses in their own windows.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.7%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Moddable 17.4%, Minimalist 9.1%, Arcade 8.7%

  4. #4 Waves
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,549 reviews2011
    Dev: Squid In A Box Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    Waves is an Arcade Twin-Stick Shooter that's all about High Scores. Build your combo and drop bombs in pursuit of Leaderboard dominance over seven game-modes!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Abstract 10.9%, Shooter 7.9%

  5. #5 Vectorium
    94% matchMostly Positive78% of 76 reviews2018
    Dev: IndigoBlue Game Studio
    Windows

    Vectorium is a classical, yet intense arcade shooting game. Can you survive those dreadful enemies and barrage of gunfire?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Shooter 8.4%, Top-Down 6.7%

  6. #6 Swarm Arena
    94% matchMixed70% of 63 reviews2010
    Dev: Dedication Games
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 29%

    Take control of a virtual organism in this unique indie arcade title, while unlocking Steam Achievements and climbing the leaderboards!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shooter 8.7%, Score Attack 7.7%

  7. #7 Super Glitter Rush
    92% matchVery Positive96% of 113 reviews2021
    Dev: tiny cactus studio
    Windows

    Super Glitter Rush is a boss-rush style bullet hell shoot-em-up!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Bullet Hell 26.6%, Shooter 14.4%, Minimalist 8.9%, Score Attack 6.3%

  8. #8 Nex Machina
    91% matchVery Positive87% of 2,168 reviews2017
    Dev: Housemarque
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Nex Machina is an intense arcade style twin-stick shooter from Housemarque. Taking hints from both Robotron and Smash TV, Nex Machina focuses on pure action, voxel destruction and competition in the distant, cablepunk themed future.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 41.7%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Arcade 9%, Shooter 5%

  9. #9 Bullet Candy
    93% matchMixed52% of 87 reviews2007
    Dev: R C Knight
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 14%

    Bullet Candy is a fast paced, action packed arena shooter. There are a variety of combo systems and many secret techniques that you can employ to get the best score and weapon upgrades possible. Viewed from a top-down perspective, Bullet Candy allows for a true 360° shoot-em-up experience.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 56.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Arcade 13.2%, Indie 1.6%

  10. #10 CometStriker DX
    91% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2018
    Dev: Iced Lizard Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    CometStriker DX is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter where you boost through danger and blast everything in your way!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 20%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8%

  11. #11 BULLET PARTY
    90% matchVery Positive95% of 97 reviews2017
    Dev: Awoker Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 59%

    The party co-op shoot ’em up! Become the king of the night club! Go alone or group your friends! Shoot the party crashers down!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 9.1%

  12. #12 Monday Meltdown
    87% matchVery Positive95% of 109 reviews2026
    Dev: NF MynsterPub: Footstomp Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Fast. Bloody. 8-Player Mayhem. Dominate. Taunt. Repeat. Free. No strings attached. Ever.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shooter 12.7%, Top-Down 8.1%

  13. #13 Antisphere
    89% matchMixed64% of 106 reviews2017
    Dev: Soap InteractivePub: Starbreeze Publishing AB
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Antisphere is a PvP competitive twin-stick shooter where you compete against other players.

    Why similar: Action 89.2%, Indie 10.8%

  14. #14 #KILLALLZOMBIES
    89% matchMostly Positive78% of 314 reviews2016
    Dev: Fortell Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 48.8 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    #KILLALLZOMBIES is an insane twin-stick zombie shooter with Twitch streaming interactions, where you survive hordes of zombies on a dynamically changing arena and spectators may affect gameplay via special Twitch chat commands.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 6.3%

  15. #15 Roto Force
    86% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
    Dev: Accidently AwesomePub: PID Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Shoot and dash your way through frantic missions! A twin-stick shooter set in a rotating world. Unlock weapons, move quickly and fight tons of bosses.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.3%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Shooter 8.6%, Minimalist 8.1%

  16. #16 XenoRaptor
    86% matchVery Positive82% of 173 reviews2019
    Dev: Peter ClearyPub: -
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Take control of a cyberdragon and annihilate swarms of rocket propelled chainsaws either online or via LAN in this high speed, high skill 8 player co-op twinstick shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.9%, Bullet Hell 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Shooter 10%, Action 7.2%

  17. #17 Butsbal
    88% matchMixed58% of 87 reviews2015
    Dev: Xtase Studios
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 36 minMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 36%

    Fast Pace Shooter

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Minimalist 27.2%, Shooter 19.9%, Action 10.5%, Multiplayer 3.9%

  18. #18 Rival Megagun
    85% matchVery Positive93% of 74 reviews2018
    Dev: RJ ArcadePub: KOMODO
    Windows

    Rival Megagun is a competitive split-screen shoot 'em up where you transform into a giant boss ship and battle your rival head-to-head in local or online PVP.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 11.8%, Multiplayer 4.8%

  19. #19 DEATHRUN TV
    84% matchMostly Positive74% of 86 reviews2022
    Dev: Laser DogPub: Silver Lining Interactive
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 30 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 31%

    DEATHRUN TV is a fast hardcore rogue-lite twin-stick shooter set in the world's biggest and craziest game show. You'll experience real-time blistering speed and bullet-dodging action as you compete for glory...assuming you’re able to survive in this 2D bullet hell where only “likes” really count.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 43.7%, Bullet Hell 27.5%, Top-Down 12%, Shooter 11.2%, Action 4.6%

  20. #20 Switch 'N' Shoot
    84% matchVery Positive96% of 154 reviews2016
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%

    Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Score Attack 13.6%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 10.8%

  21. #21 The Horde Wants You Dead
    81% matchMixed63% of 246 reviews2025
    Dev: Bellyflop Games
    Windows

    The Horde Wants You Dead is a casual, top-down shooter with up to 4-player online co-op. Ambushed by an angry horde, you and your friends face a fight for survival against thousands of relentless enemies!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Abstract 11.9%, Shooter 8.9%, Top-Down 8.1%

  22. #22 Meltdown
    82% matchVery Positive85% of 822 reviews2014
    Dev: Phenomenon Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Meltdown is a tactical arcade shooter featuring both singleplayer and intense online multiplayer. Become the most skilled soldier, choose your weapons, get the best upgrades, buckle up and start your mission. Be careful, each enemy has it’s own combat style, special AI and gear. Adapt to them to survive!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 37.4%, Action 19.1%, Arcade 18.8%, Shooter 17.7%, Multiplayer 5%

  23. #23 Sky Mercenaries
    83% 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 37%, Bullet Hell 34.3%, Arcade 15.1%, Action 8.7%, Online Co-Op 3.9%

  24. #24 Really Big Sky
    82% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,890 reviews2012
    Dev: Boss BaddiePub: Ripstone
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    A super fast, twin analogue shooter for the modern age!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 27.6%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shooter 9%, Action 6.8%

  25. #25 Retrograde Arena
    80% matchVery Positive94% of 531 reviews2020
    Dev: FreemergencyPub: Neon Doctrine
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    Retrograde Arena is a multiplayer twin stick shooter where bullets don’t kill. Use weapons, physics, and your Drone to push, pull, and blast your foes into deadly surroundings in this skill-based shooter action title that redefines physics-based action.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 8.4%

  26. #26 Arsenal Online
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 110 reviews2024
    Dev: Wilkin Games
    Windows · Linux

    High-octane 2D shooter. Put your shooting skills to the test with over 200 weapons and attachments. Play game modes solo or co-op online!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Bullet Hell 25%, Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 14.2%, Score Attack 7.9%

  27. #27 Rocket Wars
    81% matchVery Positive91% of 95 reviews2017
    Dev: Rooftop Panda
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 99%

    Fast-paced local multi-player game packed with action. Destroy your friends with all sorts of different weapons and power-ups across multiple game modes!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.1%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 13.2%, Minimalist 10%

  28. #28 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
    77% matchVery Positive95% of 84 reviews2023
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    "Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Abstract 9.3%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 7.5%

  29. #29 Trigonarium
    79% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2015
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Trigonarium is a hardcore twin-stick shooter for fans of challenging arcade gaming. Fight your way through multitudes of enemy formations in constantly shifting battle arenas to face the colossal level bosses.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Abstract 16.7%, Score Attack 8.4%, Shooter 6.4%

  30. #30 Sektori
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 704 reviews2025
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Sektori is an intense, fast paced twin-stick shooter infused with hard hitting techno music. A game where the high-adrenaline gameplay, visuals, and music come together to transport you into another state of consciousness.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Arcade 8.8%, Shooter 7.2%

  31. #31 Rocking Pilot
    78% matchVery Positive93% of 68 reviews2017
    Dev: GungroundsPub: Mad Head Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Shoot, blast and slash through hordes of enemies in Rocking Pilot - a twin-stick shooter extravaganza inspired by arcade classics.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Arcade 11%, Action 6.3%

  32. #32 Gunkid 99
    78% matchVery Positive92% of 66 reviews2019
    Dev: Yongjustyong
    Windows

    GUNKID 99 is a fast and frantic 2D arena-shooter that will seriously challenge your skills and reflexes. Craft your own unique play-style and develop crazy combos​ with numerous weapons and abilities at your disposal! Lay waste to endless hordes of enemies and get that top score on the Global Leaderboards!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Arcade 11%, Shooter 10.5%

  33. #33 Relow
    77% matchVery Positive87% of 85 reviews2020
    Dev: Relow Digital
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Relow is a very fast-paced first-person shooter where you compete using weird weapons and lethal side-arms in a procedural environment

    Why similar: Shooter 47.5%, Action 37.5%, Multiplayer 10.6%, Indie 4.5%

  34. #34 Half Hour Hexagon
    76% matchVery Positive84% of 112 reviews2023
    Dev: Carson Kompon
    Windows

    Obliterate a never-ending horde of enemies while you attempt to reach the 30 minute mark. Race to earn XP and level up to gain new items and opportunities for each run to become stronger than the last.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32%, Bullet Hell 21%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 11.2%, Minimalist 9.2%

  35. #35 BULLETHELL
    75% matchVery Positive89% of 88 reviews2024
    Dev: Walter Machado
    Windows

    BULLETHELL is an experimental, retro-hardcore, barely playable, ultra-fast-paced arena top-down shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 56.3%, Minimalist 17%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Action 5.3%, Arcade 2.1%

  36. #36 satryn deluxe
    75% matchVery Positive97% of 132 reviews2021
    Dev: maybell🌻
    Windows · Linux

    a chaotic, infinite twin stick shooty✨

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 52.5%, Score Attack 13%, Arcade 13%, Shooter 8.6%, Retro 7.3%

  37. #37 Shmadow
    76% matchVery Positive82% of 200 reviews2015
    Dev: Extrokold Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Inspired by “shmups” and shadows, Shmadow is a modern twin-stick side-scroller that nods to retro arcade gameplay. Use your light to blast through your enemies, unlock new powers, and defeat bosses before the darkness extinguishes you.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.1%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Shooter 10%, Co-op 5.3%

  38. #38 Geometry Wars™ 3: Dimensions Evolved
    74% matchVery Positive90% of 1,577 reviews2014
    Dev: Lucid GamesPub: Sierra
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Experience the full evolution of the award-winning Geometry Wars franchise and battle through waves of enemies on 3D grids in this frenetic arcade shooter!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 43.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Arcade 11.1%, Action 4.7%

  39. #39 Assault Android Cactus+
    72% matchVery Positive94% of 2,000 reviews2015
    Dev: Witch Beam
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 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: Twin Stick Shooter 30.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shooter 9.2%, Top-Down 8%

  40. #40 Chroma Blast
    73% matchVery Positive82% of 252 reviews2017
    Dev: William Cheek
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 30 minMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 38%

    Chroma Blast is a fast paced twin stick shooter with many different styles of play where you fight through waves of enemies while constantly leveling up your ships colorful arsenal. Beat your friends and challenge yourself in the leaderboards, or seek out a true test of skill for those good enough to find it.

    Why similar: Action 88.8%, Indie 11.2%

  41. #41 Incandescent
    74% matchMixed68% of 172 reviews2015
    Dev: Stephen Crabb
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Incandescent is a fast paced action arcade game that scales the difficulty to your skill level. The goal is simple, pilot your ship and defend yourself against waves of unique enemies and bosses. Different powerups will drop to help you with upgrades to your weapons and health.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 41.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.8%, Action 11.1%, Arcade 10.8%, Indie 1.4%

  42. #42 DashFire
    68% matchVery Positive86% of 77 reviews2025
    Dev: Team DashFire
    Windows

    A fast-paced arena-style shooter with an emphasis on movement, collect various weapons, and other pickups to dominate the competition in a peer-to-peer 8-person free-for-all!

    Why similar: Action 67.4%, Multiplayer 24.5%, Indie 8.1%

  43. #43 Roguevive: Prelude
    70% matchVery Positive85% of 67 reviews2023
    Dev: Chiorco
    Windows

    Survive against hordes of enemies getting ever stronger, alone or with friends. Level up, unlock upgrades and new guns in this multiplayer bullet-heaven roguelite.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.1%, Bullet Hell 31%, Action 7.4%, Online Co-Op 7.1%, Co-op 3.9%

  44. #44 Furious Angels
    70% matchVery Positive86% of 412 reviews2017
    Dev: MorfeoDev
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 18 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 36%

    Furious Angels is a brutal score attack shooter with different waves each day. Compete on the leaderboards, transform into a flying tank and shred the skies to pieces!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 20.6%, Score Attack 11.5%, Arcade 8.9%

  45. #45 Bullet Bunny
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 126 reviews2024
    Dev: penusbmic
    Windows

    Bullet Bunny is a twin-stick shooter with rogue-like elements. Fend off an onslaught of enemies, level up, and create unique builds every run while trying to survive 500 seconds!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.8%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Shooter 9.7%, Top-Down 9.5%

  46. #46 TYPECAST
    67% matchVery Positive91% of 194 reviews2023
    Dev: Gutter Arcade
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    TYPECAST is a bullet hell where you type to shoot. Get swarmed by enemies, manage the chaos, and climb the leaderboards in this unique arcade experience.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Bullet Hell 27.2%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 10.9%, Top-Down 10.3%

  47. #47 Vortex Attack: ボルテックスアタック
    71% matchVery Positive82% of 103 reviews2015
    Dev: KaleidoGames
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Vortex Attack is a frenetic arcade space shooter featuring worldwide tournaments and an intense local multiplayer mode.A worthy successor to Galaga for the XXI century.WARNING: Highly addictive.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 18%, Shooter 10.7%, Score Attack 8.7%

  48. #48 Danmaku Unlimited 2
    69% 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: Bullet Hell 42.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 39.5%, Arcade 6.7%, Shooter 6%, Action 4.4%

  49. #49 Square Heroes
    69% matchVery Positive86% of 246 reviews2015
    Dev: Gnomic Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Join the Galactic Tournament in this fast-paced comical action shooter. Level-up your Hero and unlock an arsenal of weapons. Lay waste to your friends and foes in local, LAN and online multiplayer matches, or hone your skills in single player and custom games.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 69.4%, Action 12.5%, Online Co-Op 8.5%, Multiplayer 8%, Indie 1.6%

  50. #50 Cycle 28
    70% matchVery Positive81% of 59 reviews2018
    Dev: Pill Bug Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Cycle 28 is a classic arcade space combat game where you have six minutes to beat your high-score. Simple controls, powerful upgrades, and intense dogfights. Perfect for when you just need to switch off and shoot something. See you on the scoreboard!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 8.5%

  51. #51 Power-Up
    71% matchMixed58% of 263 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 35.6%, Bullet Hell 21%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 8.2%, Retro 7.5%

  52. #52 Bullet Hell Monday
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 60 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 24.8%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Abstract 12.9%, Shooter 11.2%, Top-Down 9%

  53. #53 Tower 57
    69% matchMixed64% of 814 reviews2017
    Dev: PixwerkPub: 11 bit studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Tower 57 is a fast-paced neo-retro shooter where cooperation is as important as your ammo capacity. As a member of an extraordinary task force fight your way through a dieselpunk megatower and uncover its hidden secrets.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 59.2%, Action 36.6%, Indie 4.2%

  54. #54 Ballistic Craft
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 69 reviews2020
    Dev: Palladium SoftPub: GameTomo Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    A bullet hell of your own making! Play the game where strategy and creativity meet - duel rival wizards in real time battle arenas with custom shot crafting to win the League of Crafters!

    Why similar: Action 77.6%, Multiplayer 12.7%, Indie 9.7%

  55. #55 Phoenix 2
    65% matchMixed67% of 211 reviews2025
    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 27.9%, Bullet Hell 24.8%, Arcade 11.9%, Score Attack 11.2%, Top-Down 10.4%

  56. #56 TechBeat Heart
    66% matchVery Positive93% of 97 reviews2021
    Dev: Lost Machine Games
    Windows · Linux

    SCORCHING TECHBEAT ACTION! A frantic combo-based score attack shooter. Make combos to earn more time. Master all weapons and defeat a raving mad machine. 100% arcade action. Online ranking. Lots of achievements. A Dual Gunstrike spin off.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Score Attack 13.9%, Arcade 10.9%, Shooter 10.5%

  57. #57 BloodDome Classic
    65% matchVery Positive85% of 80 reviews2023
    Dev: Halftone Gaming
    Windows · Mac

    The Bullet Heaven arcade classic that started it all! Create unique builds, kill ever-growing hordes of contestants and beat your friends' high scores in the retro-futuristic gladiator arena BLOODDOME

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Shooter 13.4%, Score Attack 12.9%, Arcade 12.5%

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