- #1 Martian Invaders
97% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
WE HAVE ALIENS, YOU DON'T—Blast Martian invaders and flying saucers across 30 stages with robotic voice effects. Use your destructible shield, rescue army men for bonus points, and chase the high score.
Why similar: Mars 29.1% ★, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 8.6%
- #2 Cowboy In Space
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Da Waffle H8ter
Windows
Be THE Cowboy in this top down shooter that allows you to upgrade your health, dash speed, and sword strength, as well as 19 weapons, with the souls you collect from your slain enemies!
Why similar: Mars 31.8% ★, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Shooter 7.5%, Arcade 6.3%
- #3 Blood Aliens 3
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Ciberrex Games
Windows
Blood Aliens 3 is a cinematic, story-driven space shooter where every alien wave burns hope into defiance.
Why similar: Mars 29.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10.1%, Shooter 8.5%, Flight 8.1%
- #4 METEOR COMMANDER
95% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Propulsion Studios
Windows
Retro-inspired arcade-style shooter. Save humanity from incoming waves of flaming hot meteors, alien ships hell-bent on destroying humanity, and the strangeness of space by shooting, blasting and nuking incoming waves of meteors and enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Shooter 11.1%, Flight 9.9%, Arcade 9.7%
- #5 Gunslinger Nova
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: instasiv
Windows
A top-down, 2d space-shooter that pits the user against swarms of alien ships from other dimensions. Destroy all enemies and portals as fast as possible. Battle increasingly tougher enemies through 40 Campaign levels and Endless Mode!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Top-Down Shooter 26%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 9%, Top-Down 7.2%
- #6 Warrior of democracy
94% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: BrightSpot Games
Windows
"Warrior of Democracy" is an incredible 2D shoot 'em up arcade where you, like a true hero, control a helicopter, battling endless waves of enemy fighters on your path to victory!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Top-Down Shooter 27.6%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 9.3%, Top-Down 7.3%
- #7 Nova Rebellion
93% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Centurion Dragons Studios
Windows
Blast through waves of chaos in this retro inspired space shooter. Simple mechanics, high energy rock/electronic soundtrack, and a gloriously goofy tone make Nova Rebellion a cosmic throwback Back when space shooters were all the rage.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Top-Down Shooter 25.7%, Shooter 12.2%, Top-Down 9.3%, Linear 7.8%
- #8 Chromancy
92% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Eugene Tan Jianpeng
Windows · Mac
A shoot 'em up that tests your wits and reflexes! Mastering the ability to change color between red, green and blue is the key to beating this game.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 9.1%, Top-Down 8.8%
- #9 Stellar Outcast: Arena
91% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Ink'd Games
Windows
Dodge, boost, and blast through relentless enemy waves in this vibrant arcade shooter. Upgrade between battles and become the ultimate space fighter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Top-Down Shooter 25.6%, Flight 15.4%, Arcade 8.9%, Shooter 5.3%
- #10 Asteroids
91% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Play Asteroids
Windows
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 12.9%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #11 Chicken Invaders 1
89% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2025
Dev: InterAction studios
Windows
Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 12.3%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #12 Pueblo
90% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Benedict Jaeggi
Windows
A small topdown shooter in pixelart graphics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 11.4%, Flight 8.9%
- #13 Project Neon
89% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: FULLSET
Windows · Mac · Linux
Blast through enemy defenses in this intense 16-bit shoot ‘em up (or shmup), dismantling interplanetary shields to bring humanity’s last hope back from Mars and save Earth from ecological collapse.
Why similar: Mars 35.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 9.2%, Space 4.8%
- #14 Astrotester
88% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Igrogost
Windows
Astrotester is an action-adventure game. Complete tasks across various locations and levels. Fight against the dominant forces of the Flow and hostile creatures. Learn more about the world of Stellar system.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Shooter 10.3%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, Arcade 8.6%
- #15 Retaliate
87% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Romans I XVI Gaming
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are valiant space hero who is not as fortunate as those in the golden age of scrolling shooters who had infinite ammo. Instead you must absorb your enemies' weapons and retaliate!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Top-Down Shooter 27.7%, Arcade 10.7%, Space 10.4%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #16 Mortal Mythos: Island of Fairies
85% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Timur Bondar
Windows
Dodge waves of bullets in cover shooter + shmup-inspired combat, as you strike back with powerful attacks of your own! Use clever cover spots to gain an advantage over your enemies, find treasures to make yourself stronger, and avoid taking damage to raise your score!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Shooter 16%, Action-Adventure 10.7%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #17 Space Waves
86% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Space Waves is a procedurally generated 2D arcade style shooter with multiple collectable power ups and varying enemy types. This game will casually draw you in and then increase the pace and difficulty as you progress through the never ending levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Top-Down Shooter 21.6%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 11%, Hand-drawn 7.7%
- #18 Asteroids and Aliens
86% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: JBJon
Windows
Asteroids and Aliens, Arcade Shooter pays tribute to the Arcade Classic Asteroids. Destroy the Asteroids, save the humans, kill Aliens with Lasers, Missiles, Smart Bombs, or Nukes. You have unlimited Missiles/Bullets but limited Laser firepower and Shields, they can be recharged collecting powerups.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 8.9%, Top-Down 8.5%
- #19 Hexagonal Explods
84% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: lemoniedev
Windows
Hexagonal Explods is a vertical shoot 'em up game where you need to defend the earth from aliens. Collect power ups, fight funny bosses and... well... SHOOT THEM UP!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 23.6%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 8.8%, Top-Down 8.5%
- #20 DRUM'N'BASS MASSACRE
84% matchMixed38% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: illuminatiPub: SA Industry
Windows
DRUM'N'BASS MASSACRE is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you destoy your enemies while performing unimaginable maneuvers using your interstellar interceptor, accompanied by original drum and bass soundtrack
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Flight 13.9%, Arcade 8.6%, Top-Down 7.1%
- #21 Space Adventure
82% match1 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: B2LPub: B2L Games
Windows
Space adventure is a classic Shoot 'Em Up style game with a fast pace and a test of your reflexes. Maneuver, collect bonuses and score points to become the best!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Flight 13.2%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 11.3%, Action-Adventure 10.2%
- #22 Layer Section™ & Galactic Attack™ S-Tribute
82% matchMostly Positive80% of 49 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Layer Section, the home console port of arcade game RayForce is back with new features and online ranking. Use the new lock-on laser function to defeat multiple enemies at once for a higher score in this gorgeous 2D vertical shooting game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Top-Down Shooter 24%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 11.5%, Top-Down 9.3%
- #23 Sleigh Strikers
81% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: Fly Pig Games
Windows
Santa's going high-tech with the Present Launcher 1225! Join the jolly ride, rescue reindeer, and blast presents down chimneys in this holly, jolly, fast paced shoot 'em up. Make every shot count and save Christmas in a dash!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Top-Down Shooter 26.1%, Flight 15.3%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 7.2%
- #24 Space Maxwell: Arcade
81% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamland Games
Windows
Shoot your enemies and try not to let them multiply themselves and turn the game into a chaotic space battle! Space Maxwell is an arcade shooter where your spaceship has the ability to destroy or to multiply your enemies. Climb the leaderboard and try to survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 9.7%, Top-Down 9%
- #25 Dwarf Star
80% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Calvin WilliamsPub: Robert Williams
Windows
Dwarf Star: 16 bit inspired game where mercenary go shoot shoot on evil alien guys who were accidentally fabricated by the government. Top down space shooter with a mission based structure. However, you can do these missions in plenty of different orders with different amounts of upgrades.
Why similar: Mars 33.8% ★, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Shooter 11.5%, Top-Down 8.3%, Space 5.4%
- #26 1x! Space Adventure
79% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Lunar Madcap
Windows
1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shooter 15.2%, Arcade 14.3%, Top-Down 7.8%
- #27 Arcade Forever
77% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: KOD7
Windows
Arcade Forever is a 3D vertical space shooter. This is an action game in which many enemies, obstacles and different weapons guarantee great fun. If you like fast space action, this is the game for you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 24.6%, Shooter 13.8%, Top-Down 9.6%, Space 8.7%
- #28 Nephenthesys
78% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Let's Dev StudiosPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off on a treacherous mission to recover an unidentified energy source amidst an alien onslaught! Nephenthesys is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up presented in widescreen top-down 3D style.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Top-Down Shooter 27.7%, Shooter 13%, Arcade 10.3%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #29 Humans Are Useless
78% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: BCL studio
Windows
A gang of nine aliens from another galaxy that were put to community service, want to clean the universe from what they think is the worst garbage: humans! Help them in this arcade game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Shooter 12.7%, Arcade 12.4%, Action-Adventure 10.7%
- #30 Warawara Invaders
79% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
Even if you are not good at avoiding bullets or shmup games there is no problem. A 2d casual rolling shooter best for killing time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Top-Down Shooter 27.4%, Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 10.8%, Top-Down 8.7%
- #31 RedRaptor
76% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2023
Dev: Novax GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off for a retro arcade experience in RedRaptor, a vertical shoot’em up inspired by genre classics of the ’90s!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Top-Down Shooter 28.7%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 7.6%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #32 TROID BLASTER 2
75% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: KINGSGUARD GAMES
Windows
TROID BLASTER 2 is a physics based asteroids tribute game, featuring: * Random Levels * Gachapon random generated pilots and ships * 30 weapon types to unlock * Physics based! * Hundreds of bite sized levels to play * A graveyard to bury and remember your fallen pilots
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 23.5%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 12.2%, Top-Down 6.8%
- #33 4D:XD
76% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Ryan Brammen
Windows
4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Top-Down Shooter 26.3%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 9.7%, Top-Down 7.8%
- #34 Pond Scum
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: NeuroDump
Windows · Linux
Life is about sacrifices....Well in this case it's about eating, shooting, killing, reproducing and then deciding when to sacrifice your offspring. Pond Scum is a Top-down shooter survival game. You must Eat, shoot and move your eggs to safety, or alternatively sacrifice them....
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 27.1%, Shooter 14.7%, Arcade 13.1%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Hand-drawn 8.5%
- #35 Zomb Bomb
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: 5th Wheel Games
Windows
A fast pace retro arcade shooter. Fight waves of zombies and dragons with a great gun collection. Battle five wild bosses all while trying to keep the high score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.6%, Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 13.3%, Top-Down 8.3%
- #36 Cosmic Paradox: Noire
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AUTO SLAVIC d.o.o.
Windows
Cosmic Paradox: Noire is a 2D top-down shoot ‘em up adventure set in a world of two overlapping dimensions. Witness the battle between the Vex Accord and the Oronix Empire, increase your odds of survival with the right upgrades and choose a ship that is best suited to your playstyle.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 24%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 9.5%, Top-Down 9%
- #37 AERA Flying Heroes
73% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Flight 13.2%, Shooter 9.5%, Hand-drawn 9.2%
- #38 Space Shooter - Tryü Sora
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: DeadFly.Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A vertical-scrolling space shooter, and a love letter to classic arcade space shooters, Tryü Sora blends retro charm with modern gameplay. Master a handcrafted campaign, explore secrets, and dominate fast-paced modes in this addictive space adventure!
Why similar: Mars 30.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Flight 12.3%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 9.8%
- #39 The Pulse of Evil
72% matchVery Positive95% of 219 reviews2023
Dev: MadnukinPub: Mads Games
Windows
Find yourself on a mission exploring the depth of an ominous forgotten mine. You arrive barehanded but quickly find the tools needed to go deeper. Destroy the infected living parts of the mine and face the final threat and complete your mission.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Top-Down Shooter 24.8%, Shooter 14.2%, Action-Adventure 11.4%, Top-Down 9.4%
- #40 UFO No!
75% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
Spacejack a UFO and turn alien tech against its owners across 49 action-packed stages. Use black holes, nukes, slow-mo, and more to survive escalating waves and save the planet.
Why similar: Mars 37.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 10.2%, Aliens 5.9%
- #41 Simple Sky
73% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: I Nod
Windows
Fly and shoot your way past hordes of alien oddities, mining planets and upgrading your arsenal to contend with the biggest threats the universe has to offer. Overcome these challenges by mastering the unique choices offered on each run, and transform from a struggling survivor into an apex warship!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Top-Down 10.8%, Shooter 10.7%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #42 Neon Fuga
72% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Abyss in Stars
Windows
By choosing one of the two ships, destroy bizarre enemies in neon worlds.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Flight 13%, Space 8.3%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #43 Solitarius
71% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Daniel Brendel
Windows
Solitarius is a 2D top-down wave shooter set in a sci-fi space environment. It is a free minigame that contains six different levels, eight different enemies and nine different weapons. Instead of surviving as long as possible you have to make it through each level.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Space 14.3%, Arcade 7.7%, Top-Down 6.3%
- #44 Ultimate Starfighter
71% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Michael Allen CooleyPub: Origin Software Development
Windows
An unknown Alien Race has launched a failed attack on Earth Station Alpha and are regrouping! Fight off the incoming fleets, discover where their ships are being constructed, and launch an assault! If Earth Station Alpha is destroyed, the planet will be lost and humanity exterminated.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Top-Down Shooter 26.4%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 9.3%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #45 CYBERDAD
70% matchVery Positive90% of 120 reviews2021
Dev: Cyberpunk EnjoyersPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Set in the year 2078, CYBERDAD is a 2D cyberpunk gunfight dungeon crawler following a disgruntled father seeking to rescue his daughter, and exact his revenge.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Shooter 12.1%, Top-Down 9.6%, Action-Adventure 9.1%
- #46 Comet Clash
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: bitshift.studio
Windows
Take control of humanity’s last resort in defending the planet from the many dangers outer space has to offer. Shoot or deflect incoming projectiles, harvest them from the moon and spend the loot on upgrades.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 11.1%, Top-Down 9.8%
- #47 NewMe NuMe LuMe: Alien Wars
69% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Ho RaBii
Windows
Summoned into the otherworldly realm of 'NewMe NuMe LuMe', the protagonist Kim Ttolttol must aid the gods who summoned her to defeat enemies and return home in this 2D top-down action game. Utilize a variety of weapons to vanquish diverse foes!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Shooter 15.7%, Arcade 12.4%, Top-Down 7.9%
- #48 Endless Space Scrap
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: GESpacecraft
Windows
Dodge, collect, and survive. Every piece of salvage you grab makes your ship deadlier and tougher.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Top-Down 11.8%, Arcade 10.6%, Space 8.5%
- #49 Meteor Storm
71% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Z Sculpt Entertainment
Windows · Mac
Welcome back to 1996! This shared screen space shooter is the perfect 4-player competitive game for some casual fun!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Top-Down Shooter 23.8%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 11.1%, Top-Down 9.1%
- #50 Magnetron Rebellion: Fully Loaded
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Sabre Rael
Windows · Mac · Linux
You are a single ship outnumbered and outgunned by the enemy fleet. The one advantage you have is a powerful magnet that is capable of capturing the enemy bullets and firing them back at the enemy!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 36.6%, Shooter 16.2%, Top-Down 12.4%, Linear 11.3%, Space 7.2%
- #51 Constellar
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Jacob KuchinskyPub: Banana Peel Studios
Windows · Mac
A reinterpretation of retro games like Space Invaders and Galaga with a modern twist. Battle through planetary sectors using elemental abilities that combine for powerful effects and make bosses vanish.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Top-Down Shooter 27.6%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 9.6%, Space 6.7%
- #52 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: JMC
Windows · Linux
Defender's Squad is a sci-fi vertical scrolling shooter 2D that combines 7 different levels. Play Solo and pick one of the 3 ships to kill enemies and save the earth from aliens.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Shooter 14%, Top-Down 11.6%, Top-Down Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 10.2%
- #53 River Attack
69% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2020
Dev: Phoenix Steel Games
Windows
River Attack is a shootting up style game 2D, which combines harmoniously colored scenes with aerial shooting battle! Evolve your ship to defeat an alien invasion that has the technology to control human combat vehicles. Will you be able to defeat an army of ships to save your girl and the planet?!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Flight 12.1%, Shooter 10%, Top-Down 9.4%
- #54 Area51
69% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Jon FabrisPub: JAF Productions
Windows · Mac
vertical scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game
Why similar: Mars 20% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9%
- #55 SOLSTORM
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jerry Zhu
Windows · Linux
SOLSTORM is a classic hand-crafted arcade bullet hell, skillfully weave, and dodge through 9 stages with waves of projectiles as you persevere and see a space odyssey to the end!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 9.7%, Top-Down 8.6%
- #56 Star Jet Alpha
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Valles Games
Windows · Mac
Star Jet Alpha is a top-down space shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Progress through each stage by blowing up enemy space stations while avoiding or destroying enemy missiles, space mines and asteroids. Unlock Star Jet capabilities by completing stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shooter 13%, Arcade 11.7%, Space 11.6%
- #57 Insectoid Descent
66% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: IntraMentalDevPub: Intramental Studios
Windows
Shoot, slice and blow your way through the relentless swarm in a top-down pixel art world. At your service is a combat drone, reclaim scrap and use refinery for health & resupply. Explore and find upgrades, defeat the hive mind.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Shooter 9.8%, Top-Down 8.2%, Arcade 8.1%
- #58 Lobstar: Arcade Version
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Team Lobstar
Windows · Mac · Linux
Punch through the cosmos! An arcade-inspired shoot-em-up where you play as an immortal lobster speeding through space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Arcade 13.3%, Top-Down 9%, Shooter 6.8%
- #59 Exo-Calibre
65% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Vampixel GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Take to the skies as a team of cute pilots and fight for peace in vertical scrolling bullet hell style!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Top-Down Shooter 27.5%, Shooter 12.9%, Top-Down 8.2%, Space 5.2%