60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Arcade, Shoot 'Em Up, Local Co-Op.
22 years after its first appearance, the iconic Platypus is coming back, featuring updated gameplay, new weapons and additional content. Get ready to dive into the heart-pounding action of this fast, frantic, and incredibly fun arcade-style shoot-em-up!
Alien Hominid HD
The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!
Sky Force Anniversary
Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.
The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Local Co-Op 18.7%, Side Scroller 14.7%, Old School 11.1%, Arcade 9.3%
Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Local Co-Op 14.4%, Arcade 7.8%, Retro 7.4%
“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Side Scroller 12.8%, Co-op 12.4%, Arcade 11.8%, Local Co-Op 10.1%
The legendary Contra series returns! This reimagining of the classic run-'n'-gun action game from the ‘80s features new stages, new enemies, new play mechanics, and co-op combat for up to 4 players!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Side Scroller 19.7%, Shooter 17.1%, Arcade 13%, Retro 11.5%
The original cute and hardcore shrine maiden shooter is now available on Steam! Completely new game, a sequel to the home original "Pocky&Rocky" (Super Nintendo Entertainment System)! The adventures of Pocky&Rocky begin once again.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 33.4%, Shooter 26.3%, Local Multiplayer 20.9%, Action 13.6%, Retro 5.8%
If you love retro games, this is for you! Get ready for some intense retro space shooting!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Cartoon 16.7%, Local Multiplayer 9.2%, Retro 9%
A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, Co-op 9.5%, Arcade 8.8%
AQUA KITTY UDX blasts onto PC in this enhanced Ultra Deluxe Edition including the epic Dreadnought game mode!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Local Co-Op 21.6%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Arcade 10.9%, Co-op 8.2%
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Local Multiplayer 10.5%, Old School 9%
Rescue breakfast in this arcade-style bullet hell shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Cartoon 11.4%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 7.6%
Another tribute paid to yet another arcade classic from the Hero Concept team! Doughlings: Invasion promises a fun gaming experience to gamers of all ages with the innovations it brings to the shooting genre.
Why similar: Shooter 18.4%, Retro 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Arcade 13.4%, Colorful 8.2%
Wild Guns Reloaded is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter, mixing the Wild West with steampunk. Play as Clint, Annie, Doris, or Bullet the dog with his sentry drone. Grab some friends and play together for some four player action!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Local Multiplayer 18.2%, Shooter 15.6%, Arcade 13.6%, Local Co-Op 10.4%
Experience the epic conclusion of Toaplan's legendary shooter series with Batsugun including the lauded Special version! Choose your favorite character and spaceship in this thrilling genre-defining bullet-hell action. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 20%, Local Co-Op 10.1%, Arcade 9.8%, Old School 8.9%
Blast bugs and chase high scores in this glorious revival of an old-school classic, all while jamming to a heart-pounding original score by Megan McDuffee. Play solo or tag in a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Shooter 15.1%, Retro 15%, Arcade 12.7%, Local Co-Op 7.1%
“METAL SLUG 2”, the 2nd entry in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game returns to the battlefield on the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Arcade 14.9%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Action 9.1%
A fast paced action shooter inspired by the arcade classic Super Pang! Use a wide selection of weapons and powerups to tear through increasingly challenging levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Local Co-Op 23.3%, Co-op 15.1%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Arcade 9.5%
How long can you survive the depths of space in this fresh revival of the classic arcade shooter, all while grooving to an original score by Megan McDuffee. Pilot solo or recruit a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Shooter 13.2%, Old School 10.9%, Arcade 9.6%, Local Co-Op 8.8%
Classic STG game Have fun with your friends just like your childhood!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Old School 13.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.2%
An artifact from the past returns in Bartlow's Dread Machine, a game from the dawn of the Electric Age. Dread Machine is a dual stick arcade shooter with single player and couch co-op modes, six scintillating game worlds and a cast of improbable monsters and characters.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.6%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Co-op 13.9%, Shooter 11%, Retro 9.5%
The cutest, deadliest top-down roguelike shooter featuring AK-wielding Axolotls. Blast your way through the animal kingdom with an arsenal of kick-ass guns, mighty power-ups and even raise an army of trigger-happy baby axolotls. 🔫🔫 Double the firepower! Local co-op update now live!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 52.3%, Colorful 14.2%, Cute 12.9%, 2D 8.9%, Action 6.6%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Side Scroller 22.7%, Shooter 16.7%, Arcade 12.6%, Bullet Hell 6.9%
Fly the famed Platypus fighter through a fantastic landscape of carefully molded clay to protect inhabitants of Mungola from the Collosatropolians! Collect power-ups and bonus stars to give your Platypus the boost you need. Every level of this gorgeous arcade challenge bursts with original fun that's perfect for gamers of all ages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 75%, Action 25%
The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.
Why similar: Side Scroller 21.2%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Retro 14.4%, Shooter 11.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.9%
Pressure Overdrive is arcade twin-stick madness on hot wheels in a colorful bathtub-punk setting!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Local Co-Op 15%, Local Multiplayer 11.3%, Co-op 11.1%
The Classic Returns!Experience the thrill of The Original Moorhuhn Hunt, a cult classic celebrating 25 years of action with tens of millions of sales and downloads! Aim, shoot, and reload to dominate the leaderboard. Are you ready to become the number one hunter?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Shooter 17.4%, Arcade 13.2%, Retro 7.5%
Aqua Kitty is a fast paced retro styled submarine arcade shooter with optional 2 player local Co-op.Blast through hordes of mechanical sea monsters in your kitty sub and defend the deep sea milk mining kittens!THE MILK MUST FLOW!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Retro 9.3%, Arcade 7.2%, Side Scroller 6.3%
The ruthless Gidans invite you to an explosive space scramble! Head into the mighty Super Fighter and disintegrate your foes in all directions with various upgradeable weapons. Toaplan's no-frills vertical shooter Truxton speeds onto PC with new features and quality-of-life updates!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Side Scroller 14.1%, Co-op 13.9%, Old School 13.6%, Arcade 9.3%
A throwback to the golden age of white-gloved 16-bit video-game mascots, Spectacular Sparky is an action-packed platformer with wacky characters, explosive weapons and boss battles to treasure!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Old School 15%, Cartoon 13.1%, Shooter 12.1%
Defend your spider web from an onslaught of bugs in this frenetic revival of the cult classic twin-stick shooter, all while jamming to an infectious original score by Megan McDuffee. Play solo or tag in a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Shooter 12.8%, Local Co-Op 10.3%, Arcade 9.8%, Co-op 8.6%
METAL SLUG XX, the most recent installment in the famous run-and-gun action shooting series, returns to the battlefield on Steam with a plethora of brand new features!
Why similar: Shooter 19.9%, Retro 19.9%, Side Scroller 17%, Arcade 14.2%, Co-op 12.2%
Enter the futuristic year of 1984, an age where ducks run wild in a frantic battle for glory. Blast your friends with Shotguns, Net Guns, Mind Control Rays, Saxophones, Magnet Guns, and much, much more. This is DUCK GAME. Don't blink.
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 31.7%, Local Co-Op 17.8%, Shooter 12%, Co-op 11.9%, Retro 9.6%
Jet Buster is the new 90s anthro shmup, going back to the cuter roots of the genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 63.4%, Action 20.9%, Indie 15.6%
Experience the addictive gameplay of old-school arcade favourites, updated and improved for the 21st century! Unique retro-futuristic sound and graphics, player responsive difficulty, and a subtle system of tactics combined with classic gameplay make Ultratron a fun and hypnotic arcade blast.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Retro 15.8%, Arcade 13.7%, Shooter 7.8%
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 21.3%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shooter 11.7%, Old School 10.9%, Arcade 8.9%
Set sail for 17th-century British Colonial Mars in Jamestown+: a cooperative shoot-em-up for 1-4 brave souls, designed to be exciting for players of all skill levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Local Co-Op 22.5%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Retro 11.5%, Co-op 8.1%
Brick Breaker, the classic arcade game, is back with a breathtaking new version. Get ready for some seriously explosive gameplay filled with surprises. Collect bonuses, avoid traps and play your way to victory across all the levels. Play with up to 4 players in local mode.
Why similar: Family Friendly 18.1%, Retro 16.2%, Arcade 15.7%, Colorful 13.7%, Cute 12.9%
Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Cartoon 12%, Old School 11.1%, Shooter 11%
Bringing back the 90's-era PC platformer with a game inspired by classics like Commander Keen, Conker, Ruff'n'Tumble & Jazz Jackrabbit.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.7%, Local Co-Op 17.8%, Co-op 14.2%, Arcade 12.2%, Local Multiplayer 10.8%
Super Hydorah is a nonlinear horizontal shoot’ em up designed to offer a challenging experience, sublimating the richness of traditional shmup classics. Face the menace of the Meroptians aboard the Delta Lance, alone or with your friends in this game with direct action and nostalgic art.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Retro 13.4%, Arcade 11.8%, Co-op 9.2%, Local Multiplayer 9.1%
Survive the treacherous sea in this quirky multiplayer shooter game! Play solo or team up and fight off Cthulhu's minions. Master a unique recoil-based mechanic to blast enemies and chart your course. Mix and match upgrades to craft the perfect sea-surviving strategy!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.1%, Local Multiplayer 18.7%, Co-op 17%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Shooter 8.7%
Discover or re-discover, the emblematic block breaker game in a fully modernized version! Classic elements from the franchise will definitely make a comeback, with a brand-new look, new rules, as well as new effects, bonuses and features!
Why similar: Arcade 27.5%, Retro 18.4%, Old School 13.1%, Family Friendly 11.6%, 2D 11.1%
AngerForce: Reloaded is an action-packed vertically scrolling shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades. This high octane experience is set against the backdrop of a 19th century human world that has seen the outbreak of a robot rebellion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.7%, Bullet Hell 34%, Shooter 25.3%
A modern take on the classic arcade arena shooter. Taking inspiration from an entire generation of action games, Iron Fisticle builds on classic titles like Gauntlet and Robotron while adding over 100 collectible items, an RPG style upgrade system and local multiplayer.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 35.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Retro 9.8%, Action 7.6%, 2D 7.1%
GARBANZO QUEST! The crazy bullet-heck platformer where your main weapon is your own spit! Bring a friend! Hand-crafted challenges, secrets, and branching paths galore!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.8%, Moddable 18.1% ★, Old School 16.6%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Retro 10.8%
If a long lost arcade game from 1983 resurfaced today, it would be Donut Dodo - a classic 2D platformer from the golden era, tough as nails and challenging for the whole family! Ready to top the high score table?
Why similar: Arcade 31%, Old School 17.5%, Retro 15.1%, Action 13.8%, Colorful 9.6%
Blast your way through waves of alien invaders in this retro style shooter with modern visuals. Collect power ups, destroy the enemy ships and defeat the mega bosses in 12 action packed levels. On your own or with a friend in local co-op mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Local Co-Op 19.5%, Co-op 14.2%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 8.6%
Get ready for some crazy battles with your friends in the colorful arenas of Jamsouls! In the hope of bringing back the golden era of multiplayer classics, Jamsouls focuses on fast-paced and manic fun with simple and accessible gameplay.
“METAL SLUG X”, one of the most highly praised titles in the series among Metal Slug fans for its refined balance and game volume, heads out to the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Co-op 15.8%, Arcade 12.2%, Side Scroller 10.9%, Local Co-Op 10.8%
Vlambeer's SUPER CRATE BOX is coming to bring back the glory of the golden arcade age, when all that really mattered was getting on that high score list. Grab your baseball cap and loosen your pants, it's time to fight endless hordes of enemies and collect every weapon crate you can.
Why similar: Shooter 27%, Arcade 17.2%, Retro 13.3%, 2D 12.3%, Action 10.2%
The Ninja of the Nth Dimension is back! Explore vibrant retro landscapes, discover hidden secrets and take down menacing bosses in a modern reimagining of the classic action platforming adventure Zool.
Why similar: Retro 37.9%, Arcade 16.7%, Family Friendly 13%, Action 11.7%, Colorful 11.4%
Carefully designed, beautifully remastered, and loaded with new ways to play—Risk of Rain is back and better than ever! Dive into the iconic roguelike full of unique loot combinations, enhanced with new Survivors, overhauled multiplayer, fan favorite content from Risk of Rain 2, and more!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 49.1%, Co-op 18.7%, Arcade 15.2%, 2D 10.5%, Action 6.5%
Why play shoot 'em ups one ship at a time? Launch them all at once! Unleash an entire armada of ships in Shoot 1UP!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Shooter 10.6%, Local Co-Op 10.3%
Frogun ENCORE is a dashing standalone expansion/sequel to indie hit FROGUN! Join now older Renata and Jake in a trek around the whole world to prevent the return of Beelzebub. ENCORE builds on FROGUN's retro PS1/N64 formula. Plus, enjoy the whole adventure in true couch co-op.
Why similar: Cartoon 30.4%, Family Friendly 13.5%, Retro 12.7%, Local Co-Op 12.6%, Co-op 11.6%
Space shooters never die. 1993 is a testament to that. 1993 is a classic shoot em up celebrating games like Gradius, R-Type and Life Force.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Co-op 13.8%, Side Scroller 12.5%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Old School 9.7%
Commander Cool 2 is a four player local coop retro-styled adventure that is destined to be one of coolest game in 2015!
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 35.7%, Retro 22.8%, Action 16.6%, 2D 12.9%, Indie 12%
Get ready to push your skills to the limit against an endless sea of bullets and evil robots in Astral Gunners. Choose from five different gunners to master in this horizontal shooter. With the ability to dodge, reflect, delete, and convert bullets you are more powerful than you might believe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Co-op 11.7%, Side Scroller 7.8%, Old School 7%
Radical Rabbit Stew is a hare-raising action-arcade game, featuring fast-paced whack-a-rabbit gameplay, scintillating puzzles, super-sized boss fights, juicy pixel graphics and a sizzling soundtrack, perfect for new players and 16-bit retro fans alike!
Why similar: Local Multiplayer 19.9%, Cartoon 19.5%, Arcade 11%, Retro 9.7%, Family Friendly 8.9%
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 27.3%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Retro 11.2%, Shooter 11%
