Games Like Power-Up

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Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.6%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Retro 8.6%, Indie 6.7%, Action 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the retro side-scrolling feel while introducing deep, evolving weapon mechanics that mirror the progression in Power-Up.

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 55.1%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Arcade 6.2%, Action 5.7%, Indie 5.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, high-energy shooter that emphasizes arcade-style scoring and tight, responsive controls.

Steredenn is a frenetic and chaotic space shooter, carved in big beautiful pixels, with insane boss battles. Embark in your ship and engage the fight against dreadful space pirates in a never-ending combat for your survival.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Fast-Paced 13.4%, Shooter 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: This roguelike side-scrolling shooter provides the same chaotic, weapon-focused combat loop found in Power-Up.

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 49.4%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Action 5.7%, Indie 5.4%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its high production value and side-scrolling mechanics, it offers a cinematic take on the classic shooter formula.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Retro 9.6%, Fast-Paced 9.3%, Score Attack 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, score-attack arcade game that focuses on the pure, addictive intensity of classic shooters.

Stardust Galaxy Warriors: Stellar Climax is a fast-paced couch co-op action shooter with SHMUP/Brawler gameplay and RPG elements. Choose your mechs, weapons & upgrades then soar through space, defeat evil & save the future... from itself!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Bullet Hell 15%, Shooter 11.1%, Space 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: It features side-scrolling action with a heavy emphasis on weapon variety and massive boss encounters.

A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.2%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 8.9%, Action 8%

Why You'll Like It: A modern bullet-hell shooter that rewards aggressive playstyles, similar to the intense arcade combat of the seed game.

A face-melting, pixel-pumping arcade shoot 'em up featuring awesome power-ups, epic boss battles and spectacular effects at a blistering 60fps. Blast into battle against giant space destroyers in Arcade Mode, tackle endless waves of enemies in Survival Mode and face off against epic level guardians in Boss Run mode.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Fast-Paced 13.1%, Retro 12.9%, Action 10.1%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, arcade-style shooter that emphasizes retro visuals and high-intensity action.

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 26.7%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Shooter 9.4%, Score Attack 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: This side-scrolling shooter offers unique mechanics that allow for massive firepower, mirroring the evolving weapons of the seed game.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Indie 13.3%, Space 12.5%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Side Scroller 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: This indie title combines frantic bullet-hell action with a variety of weapon upgrades and space-faring combat.

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 45.5%, Bullet Hell 29.3%, Action 9.6%, Indie 8.1%, Arcade 7.5%

Why You'll Like It: This title delivers a polished, high-intensity bullet-hell experience that feels like a natural evolution of the retro shooter genre.

Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as SHMUP veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and SEVENTEEN playable ships.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.2%, Bullet Hell 21%, Retro 12.4%, Action 7.2%, Indie 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: It captures the retro aesthetic and bullet-hell difficulty that made Power-Up a standout indie title.

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 43.6%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Retro 9%, Action 6.8%, Arcade 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A modern, accessible arcade shooter that maintains the fast-paced action and weapon upgrade loops of classic titles.

DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours is the latest installment in Taito's DARIUS series of arcade-style shooting games. Blast hordes of alien sea-monsters, and blaze your own trail through branching environments.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.7%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Bullet Hell 11.2%, Arcade 8.1%, Action 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: It features the massive bosses and side-scrolling space combat that define the best of the shoot-'em-up genre.

Gear up for an intergalactic thrill ride! Space Elite Force is a frenzied space-shooter packed with weapon customization and epic boss battles. Take command of your ship and fight for the survival of humanity!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Side Scroller 18.8%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Space 9.3%, Retro 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling shooter that stays true to the arcade roots of the genre with satisfying weapon progression.

Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Shooter 12.3%, Action 11.7%, Space 9%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired side-scrolling shooter that focuses on arcade progression and challenging boss fights.

RefRain - prism memories - is an empowering, cyberpunk, bullet-hell shoot-’em-up that focuses on fast-paced, offensive gameplay. “Dive” into a hazardous digital world, cycle through 3 different attack modes, and delete the opposition with superior firepower.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.9%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Action 17.3%, Indie 15.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game provides a fast, intense, and visually striking experience that will appeal to fans of bullet-hell shooters.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Shooter 8.5%, Retro 6%

Why You'll Like It: This game blends side-scrolling shooter mechanics with bullet-hell elements for a challenging arcade experience.

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 28.9%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Space 11.7%, Shooter 10.6%, Retro 9%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, arcade-focused bullet-hell game that is easy to pick up but difficult to master.

Pawarumi is a modern shoot’em up set in a retro futuristic sci-fi pre-Columbian universe. You’ll take control of the almighty ship Chukaru and its three unique weapons! Shoot wisely to either do double damage, heal yourself or charge your Super Attack!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Shooter 10.2%, Space 9.6%, Score Attack 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: It introduces a unique color-based mechanic to the classic shooter formula, providing a fresh take on arcade action.

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 30%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Retro 10.8%, Space 10.2%, Shooter 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A modern bullet-hell shooter that features classic arcade sensibilities and challenging 2D gameplay.

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: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Fast-Paced 16.5%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: This boss-rush shooter offers fast-paced, difficult combat that will satisfy fans of intense arcade action.

The frantic old-school action of classic coin-op shoot-‘em-ups comes crashing headlong into the 21st century. Explosive high-octane blasting combines with hordes of enemies in a 360˚ environment – fly, spin and shoot anywhere and everywhere!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Space 9.8%, Action 8.9%, Arcade 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: An indie action shooter that focuses on arcade-style combat and challenging bullet-hell patterns.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.5%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shooter 12.2%, Action 7.5%, Retro 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: It provides a vibrant, fast-paced bullet-hell experience with a focus on shooter mechanics.

Sidescrolling Shoot’em’up that will transport you back into the 90s (and space).

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Space 9.3%, Shooter 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling shooter that emphasizes arcade-style gameplay and bullet-hell intensity.

Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your shield tech and absorb projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield expires and it's danger time, you better switch up your strategy fast...

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Retro 10.8%, Space 9.1%, Shooter 7.9%

Reign of Bullets is a shoot ‘em up with epic loot and lots of guns. Upgrade your ship and customize your weapons to build the ultimate fighter plane.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 51%, Side Scroller 24.8%, Action 12.8%, Indie 11.4%

Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling indie shooter that focuses on action and weapon customization.

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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Bullet Hell 16%, Retro 10.9%, Space 10%, Shooter 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick arcade shooter that captures the retro aesthetic and fast-paced combat of the genre.

Pewt 'em Up! is a retro inspired arcade space shoot 'em up with lots of upgrades, achievements, extras and more.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.6%, Shooter 13.9%, Retro 10.7%, Space 10.3%, Arcade 9.4%

Roche Fusion is a retro, over the top space shooter. An all you can shoot buffet; fast paced and procedurally generated; with crazy waves of enemies, awesome upgrades and wicked boss-fights! Also: Explosions. Lots of explosions.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 59.8%, Action 21.5%, Indie 18.7%

Why You'll Like It: It offers procedural generation and classic shoot-'em-up action for a replayable arcade experience.

A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Space 11.9%, Shooter 9.4%

Alien Crusader is an action packed, vertical scrolling, space shooter game, similar to classic coin-up arcade and shoot'em up games.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.1%, Action 16.6%, Space 16%, Indie 14.4%, Retro 11.9%

Why You'll Like It: A straightforward, difficult arcade shooter that provides a classic indie experience.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Action 12.9%, Indie 9.6%, Space 9.2%

Space Elite Force II is a frenetic space-shooter with weapon customization and insane bosses battles. Embark in your ship and fight for the survival of the human race!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Space 9.4%, Score Attack 8.1%

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 32.3%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Space 11.1%, Retro 9.2%, Arcade 7.7%

Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Shooter 10.6%, Space 10.1%, Retro 8%

Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.3%, Shooter 12.3%, Retro 11.5%, Score Attack 8.9%, Space 7.3%

Play a classic Shoot 'Em Up... in reverse!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.9%, Action 24.6%, Indie 22.9%, Retro 13.6%

A shoot'em up, with focus on choice and progressiveness, so you can choose between a wide selection of weapons, and upgrade them becoming way more powerfull as you play.Big multi-phase bosses and a dramatic story.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Action 23.6%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Space 11.5%, Shooter 10.1%

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 31.6%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Space 11.3%, Score Attack 7.7%, Arcade 7.4%

Sky Mercenaries - Fast paced action overdose with rpg elements

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.9%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Action 11.9%, Indie 10.7%, Arcade 9.6%

C-RUSH is an old school Shooter, with HD graphics.A new threat is coming from the space; the plasma insects. Exterminate the vermin!!Beat your own score and compare it with the other players !Key Features:- One ship with different positions to use- Different Gameplay according to the positions and shoots- A Schmup where you need...

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54%, Side Scroller 11.4%, Action 10.1%, Indie 9.9%, Shooter 9.3%

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.7%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Shooter 10.7%, Retro 7.2%, Score Attack 7%

Offendron Warrior is a retro arcade that combines shooting and defense. Your objective is saving Offendron civilians in the planets from the group of enemies, who are trying to spread a virus that turns Offendrons into mindless killing machines and eventually destroy the whole planet.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Space 9.5%, Shooter 8.4%

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 34.8%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Shooter 10.3%, Retro 8.9%, Arcade 8.2%

Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Retro 13.1%, Action 6.2%

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: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Action 11.5%, Side Scroller 11.2%, Bullet Hell 11.1%, Indie 10.3%

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: Shoot 'Em Up 51.6%, Action 19.5%, Indie 16.5%, Arcade 8.8%, 2D 3.6%

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 51.4%, Bullet Hell 28.1%, Shooter 20.5%

A fast-paced Breakout-style arcade with a bold black-and-white aesthetic. Engage in space battles against stunning yet deadly alien foes who are determined to destroy you. Intense visuals, thrilling gameplay, and a challenge that will test your reflexes.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Shooter 11.8%, Space 8.8%, Arcade 7.6%

An indie story-driven space shooter with intense battles, escalating enemy waves, and massive boss fights. Choose and upgrade ships, unlock powerful weapons, and protect your allies. Upgrade your base and construct a battleship to take on even stronger enemies. All set to a rock & synth soundtrack.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.1%, Shooter 18.4%, Retro 16.4%, Space 14.8%, Action 9.7%

A deep, tactical shoot'em up. With every takedown, you’ll earn cash and xp to upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Online and local co-op. Unique versus mode. Realistic physics and water simulation.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.9%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Shooter 8.3%, Action 7.3%, Indie 6.4%

Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Space 11.9%, Shooter 10.4%, Action 7.8%

Explosive twin stick shooter. Lots of upgrades. Full controller support. Awesome soundtrack.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.2%, Indie 22.8%, Action 16.8%, Arcade 14.2%

TeraBlaster is a top-down arcade shooter micro-game which draws heavy inspiration from Geometry Wars. Duke it out with hordes of enemies on randomly generated levels, trigger massive explosions, and die a truly glorious death.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Action 24%, Indie 23%, Retro 20.8%

ADHD core loop weapon system will keep you on your toes in this thrilling sci-fi fantasy shmup / shoot'em up with epic boss battles and a vast arsenal of futuristic weapons! Battle legions of demonic entities, restore the cosmic balance, and save the universe! Experience FLOW STATE gaming!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Side Scroller 21.9%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Shooter 9.7%, Action 6.6%

Cloud Cutter brings you classic arcade shoot ‘em up gameplay in top notch graphics. Enjoy intense fast-paced explosive action full of epic destruction, arcade style power-ups, lasers and of course huge multi-stage boss fights.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.9%, Shooter 17%, Retro 13.4%, Arcade 11.5%, Action 10.7%

Hyper Simon X is an Arcade Shoot 'Em Up Puzzle game that ingeniously blends SHMUP mechanics with the classic nostalgia of 'Simon Says' memory games. Prepare for a challenge like no other as you destroy the enemies in the exact order displayed!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Action 11.3%, Space 10%, Bullet Hell 9.6%, Retro 9.6%