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  1. #1 SUPER FLAIL
    97% matchVery Positive93% of 158 reviews2018
    Dev: CryptMadePub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 44%

    SUPER FLAIL is a fast-paced arcade score attack game of flail-swinging rampage. Swing your flail to destroy everything until you die. Compare your score with other players and get on the top of the leaderboards.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Score Attack 10.7%, Difficult 10.7%

  2. #2 Pangaroids
    96% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2022
    Dev: Adam Wozniak
    Windows · Mac

    Destroy the deadly bouncing orbs for the highest score in this Pang meets Asteroids arcade blaster.

    Why similar: Perma Death 16.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Score Attack 10.5%

  3. #3 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
    96% 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 22.5%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Difficult 11.2%, Score Attack 7.9%

  4. #4 Switch 'N' Shoot
    95% 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: Perma Death 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Score Attack 15.2%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Difficult 9.9%

  5. #5 Marimoth
    94% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2021
    Dev: Nether Lamp
    Windows

    Marimoth is a short shoot 'em up that puts in control of a moth whose shots bounce off the walls. Calculate your aim, evade enemy attacks by learning their patterns and collect coins to power up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Score Attack 12.6%, Difficult 8.3%, Arcade 8.2%

  6. #6 Crisis Wing
    94% matchVery Positive90% of 89 reviews2020
    Dev: Pieslice Productions
    Windows · Mac

    Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Difficult 11%, Score Attack 8.9%

  7. #7 4D:XD
    93% 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: Bullet Hell 21.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 6.3%

  8. #8 Always Surrender
    92% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: The Covert Sheep Example
    Windows

    Battle a never ending swarm of enemies, but be sure to surrender before you die...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Score Attack 16.9%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shooter 7.2%

  9. #9 2 Many Pixels
    91% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Alex Le Mesurier
    Windows

    2 Many Pixels is an endless & fast-paced 2D minimal shooter. Blast enemies & unlock upgrades to help you survive for as long as possible!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Perma Death 15.8%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Difficult 9.4%

  10. #10 BroodStar
    90% matchVery Positive95% of 99 reviews2022
    Dev: David Schmidthoffer
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    BroodStar is a classic arcade shmup with roguelike elements. Acquire crazy item combos, encounter strange events and fight challenging bosses on a quest to destroy the living planet, the BroodStar.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Perma Death 14.6%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Score Attack 11.3%

  11. #11 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    89% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Shooter 9.5%, Score Attack 7.6%

  12. #12 Orchid Glitter
    91% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tamazusa
    Windows

    Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Score Attack 13.3%, Shooter 5.3%

  13. #13 Vectro Blast
    89% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Sagittaras Games
    Windows

    Jump into endless fights in this arcade game. You have just one job: Survive as long as you can and beat your score over and over. The enemies are stronger with each wave so your journey to great score would not be easy.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Score Attack 19.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Arcade 9.2%, Bullet Hell 8.7%

  14. #14 Warcat Parade
    88% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Hefka Games
    Windows · Linux

    Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Score Attack 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 6.6%

  15. #15 STARR RINGER
    86% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Sterling McKay
    Windows

    Grab the fate of all life in your hands. Blast your way through the cosmos, destroying monstrous cosmic beasts and the space cultists summoning them, on your path to stopping your mother from unleashing the chaos realm upon the universe, in this sci-fi cosmic horror bullet-hell, STARR RINGER.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Score Attack 9.7%, Shooter 9%

  16. #16 Battle AirForce
    85% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Score Attack 9.9%, Shooter 8.1%

  17. #17 Crucible
    86% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
    Dev: TriScalePub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Score Attack 10%, Shooter 8.9%

  18. #18 Resurrection Core
    87% 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 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 7.2%

  19. #19 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
    84% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2023
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    This is a high-difficulty bullet hell shooting game and a sequel to "Bullet Hell Monday." It offers an exciting experience for players who demand advanced skills and precise strategies. As a common system, six types of special weapons are equipped, expanding the player's tactical range.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Bullet Hell 21%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Score Attack 9.8%, Shooter 8.4%

  20. #20 BIRDCAGE
    81% matchVery Positive97% of 196 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 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Difficult 11.3%, Score Attack 8.5%

  21. #21 Neon Fighter
    83% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2022
    Dev: kurigamedev
    Windows

    Neon Fighter is a tiny arcade game packed with lasers and explosions, in which every few seconds you are forced to switch weapons automatically, making you have to adapt quickly to the new situation and re-evaluate your perspective.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Score Attack 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Arcade 7.2%

  22. #22 Metis One
    84% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2018
    Dev: Actuator GamesPub: Actuator Games LLC
    Windows

    Metis One is an action-packed co-op top down shooter in the design style of the arcade classics. Take command of the A6-Gravitus to defend the people of Jupiter Colony, Metis One, against an unrelenting alien onslaught. With Drop-In Co-op, Player Two can join the action at anytime!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Difficult 11.4%, Score Attack 11%

  23. #23 Super Forklift 3000
    82% matchPositive100% of 35 reviews2020
    Dev: Marcos Game Dev
    Windows

    Super Forklift 3000 is an arcade space shooter with a twist: you drive a forklift that carries and shoots up to three boxes. Defeat enemies and bosses while managing your different box types. Be careful not to run out of ammo!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Score Attack 15%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Top-Down 7%

  24. #24 Asteroidia
    80% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Duk Studios
    Windows

    A simple and fun space shooter.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shooter 8.2%, PvE 6.6%

  25. #25 TCSTRIKERS2
    82% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Project Anthem
    Windows

    Touhou-like 2D shooting!!! Chubby protagonist!! Orthodox and easy to understand operation!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Score Attack 11.5%, Shooter 9.2%

  26. #26 The War Enders: First Strike
    81% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Crystal Heart's Studio
    Windows

    The War Enders: First Strike is a bullet hell shooting game. While having 3D graphics, the game keeps a classic taste of this hardcore genre. Select and customize your fighter with interest. Dodge the bullet and strike back the unknown with the determination to save the Earth!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Score Attack 15.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Modern 9.5%

  27. #27 Undercroft Warriors
    77% 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: Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Difficult 11.6%, Score Attack 10.8%

  28. #28 Bullet Hell Monday
    78% 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 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Score Attack 11.7%, Shooter 8.9%

  29. #29 Bloodway Infinity
    79% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
    Dev: NormerSE
    Windows

    Two-dimensional game in New York. You must play as a secret agent so that he can gain immortality.

    Why similar: Perma Death 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Shooter 10.7%, Score Attack 8.9%

  30. #30 Dextram
    77% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Lingon Studios
    Windows

    This arcade shoot 'em up has no shooting and you can only turn right. Avoid waves of enemies and get points as they crash into each other. Pick up power-ups, such as a large laser or a force field to destroy the enemies. Die, get a score and repeat to get a higher score the next run.

    Why similar: Score Attack 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Perma Death 11.3%, Difficult 10.7%

  31. #31 Magic Fairy Fun Blast
    79% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Wow Cool Games
    Windows

    Magic Fairy Fun Blast is a challenging and fast paced arcade style bullet hell arena wave based shooter. You are a fairy that just wants to have fun but your version of fun is different than the rest of the world.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Score Attack 8.8%, Shooter 7.9%

  32. #32 Radiant Silvergun
    74% matchVery Positive93% of 213 reviews2023
    Dev: Live Wire
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Difficult 11.9%, Score Attack 8.8%

  33. #33 Storm Mined
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hémisphère gauche
    Windows · Linux

    Minestorm reimagined with modern gameplay! Blast through waves of deadly mines, gear up with powerful upgrades between levels, and dive into intense rhythm-based stages set to an original soundtrack !

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Bullet Hell 14%, Score Attack 12.8%, Shooter 7.4%

  34. #34 TYPECAST
    74% 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: Perma Death 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Difficult 10.5%

  35. #35 Demonizer
    76% matchPositive90% of 50 reviews2020
    Dev: Iori Branford
    Windows · Linux

    The fantasy bullet battle to end monstergirl genocide! Turn hateful humans into lovable demons in this 90s arcade style shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Difficult 11.9%, Score Attack 9%

  36. #36 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
    75% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
    Dev: Strides Interactive Game Studio
    Windows

    SHOOT 'EM UP!Starlight: Eye of The Storm is a 2D Vertical SHMUP set in a 3D background. Unleash your special powers, upgrade your weapons! Take on 10 Arcade stages or 15 Campaign missions! Drift (auto-pivot mode) behind your enemies and take them on with style!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shooter 8.4%, Top-Down 7.2%

  37. #37 Sophstar
    73% matchVery Positive100% of 102 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 17.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Score Attack 10.4%, Shooter 6.5%

  38. #38 SynthEscape
    76% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: RabidTomato Games
    Windows · Linux

    A Synthwave bullet hell shoot 'em up where grazing enemy fire charges your bullet-slowing field and builds your score. Play through 5 levels in solo or co-op with leaderboard support. '80s vibes meet precision shmup gameplay. Graze Bullets. Bend Time. Break the Future.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Difficult 11.7%, Shooter 8.3%

  39. #39 Umbra Galaxy
    73% matchPositive89% of 44 reviews2022
    Dev: Lazy Wizards Games
    Windows

    Umbra Galaxy is a sci-fi shoot'em'up where you pilot a spaceship adrift in the restricted space filled with enemies. Destroy enemy generators, fight your way to the bosses and secure the obscure goal in the end!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 7.9%, PvE 6.3%

  40. #40 Cosmic Paradox: Noire
    75% 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: Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Score Attack 16%, Shooter 7.2%, Top-Down 7%

  41. #41 Hoodie Survivor and Super Hoodie Bros
    71% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2024
    Dev: The Voices Games
    Windows

    Auto shooter score attack survival game where your character moves forward continuously and you control the direction of travel by rotating left and right

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shooter 11.2%, Score Attack 10.8%

  42. #42 Prism Indigo DX
    71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
    Dev: Altrix Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Fight your friends to save your friends in Prism Indigo, a vicious retro-styled bullet hell shooter starring a rookie magical girl.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Perma Death 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Score Attack 12.7%

  43. #43 Trapped In Here With Me
    70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
    Dev: James Korin
    Windows · Mac

    Heart-pounding arcade shooter.

    Why similar: Perma Death 18.8%, Score Attack 16.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Shooter 7.4%

  44. #44 Rysen
    72% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
    Dev: nkmr appworks
    Windows

    An old arcade style 2d shmup.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Score Attack 13.6%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 7.9%

  45. #45 RPM - Road Punk Mayhem
    69% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Hit the road for explosive bullet hell action through a post-apocalyptic wasteland!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shooter 9.1%, Sci-fi 5.9%

  46. #46 Void Resurgence
    67% matchVery Positive95% of 62 reviews2025
    Dev: Puza Games
    Windows · Mac

    Command a starship in Void Resurgence, a retro-futuristic space roguelite. Battle through colorful cosmic fields, collect upgrades, and build your ultimate ship. Dodge intense bullet-hell patterns and fight for survival. Every run offers new challenges and permanent progress.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Perma Death 14.6%, Score Attack 13.2%

  47. #47 Project AionIX
    72% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AionBlaze Studio
    Windows

    Blast through waves of alien enemies in Project AionIX! Master your piloting skills, dodge, and survive in this fast-paced space shooter!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shooter 10%, Top-Down 6.5%

  48. #48 Planets Ambrosia
    67% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Maltsoft
    Windows

    All-out 360-degree assault! A roguelite shooter where you pilot an sci-fi fighter to eliminate grotesque enemies fused with fruit and machinery, constantly upgrading your weaponry.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shooter 8.8%, Top-Down 6.2%

  49. #49 Kalzor: 2000
    71% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
    Dev: Roley Games
    Windows

    Shoot different types of spaceships while avoiding getting shot yourself. Kill 10 minutes at a time with this affordable colourful timewaster.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 14.2%, Difficult 10.7%, Shooter 7.7%

  50. #50 ShapeNeon Chaos
    68% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2021
    Dev: Beni Games
    Windows

    ShapeNeon Chaos is an old school style space-shooter. You are a ship facing off waves of deadly enemies. This game was made to give you a shot of adrenaline in a couple of minutes. Lots of bullets and neon in an arcade psychedelic shooter!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Score Attack 16.1%, Arcade 7.1%

  51. #51 Narcissus
    66% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2025
    Dev: Mad Jackal Games
    Windows · Linux

    Narcissus is an adrenaline-pumping, top down, action-horror game that puts you in the shoes of the last survivor on a doomed spaceship. The clock is ticking, and danger lurks around every corner.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Score Attack 18.8%, Perma Death 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Arcade 7.1%

  52. #52 Akka Arrh
    67% matchVery Positive84% of 64 reviews2023
    Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Akka Arrh is a modern take on a scrapped project from the 1980s, providing players with a fast-paced, addictive, arcade shooter experience and psychedelic visuals. Protect your life rings as you chain together combos and go for a high score!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Score Attack 9.2%, Shooter 8.7%

  53. #53 Blast Rush LS
    66% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2025
    Dev: Bipedal DogPub: indie.io
    Windows

    Ever played a difficult shmup wishing for just one more bomb? Blast to your heart’s content in Blast Rush LS, a fresh explosive experience with infinite bombs, other powerful abilities, and extra challenges that demand more than just big booms. Escaping an exploding mothership isn't easy, after all!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Score Attack 16.7%, Top-Down 6.8%

  54. #54 Spider Crisis
    73% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: Method 9 Software
    Windows

    The world is infested with giant mutated spiders. In Spider Crisis you operate a small remote control tank equipped with deadly weapons. Use your weapons to shoot, bomb, and burn these creatures back to where they came from.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Difficult 13.4%, Score Attack 8.7%, Shooter 8.3%

  55. #55 Psyvariar 3
    70% 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 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 6.5%

  56. #56 Senli 307
    68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Tamazusa
    Windows

    Senli 307 is a top-down shooter where you can turn, accelerate, and decelerate using only WASD (or arrow keys), and repeatedly search for and destroy enemies.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Score Attack 13.3%, Minimalist 7.2%

  57. #57 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
    66% 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 22.2%, Score Attack 16.6%, Bullet Hell 11%, Shooter 10.5%, Top-Down Shooter 9.5%

  58. #58 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows

    Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Score Attack 13.5%, Difficult 9.6%, Shooter 7.8%

  59. #59 Starfighter Neon
    68% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: MadeOfDinosaurs
    Windows · Mac

    You've been dropped into enemy space. Weave your Starfighter between alien spaceships, lasers, asteroids and bombs destroying as many as you can and collecting valuable coins and powerups as you go.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Shooter 7.2%, Score Attack 6.7%

  60. #60 Ghost Grab 3000
    66% matchVery Positive98% of 50 reviews2019
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Introducing the Grapple Beam! Chain ghosts together then pop them all at once for points in an endless 'bullet hell' arcade apocalypse.

    Why similar: Perma Death 18.4%, Score Attack 17.6%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Difficult 10.6%

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