- #1 Space Invaders Extreme
97% matchVery Positive87% of 267 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 64%
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 15.8%, Difficult 13.9%, Score Attack 12.5%, Arcade 8.5%, Shooter 8.5%
- #2 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
96% 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 20%, Score Attack 17.1%, Shooter 11.2%, Space 9.8%, Arcade 9.4%
- #3 Cosmic Cleaner
96% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
Dev: CRUSTSLICE
Windows
A stylish sci-fi arcade shooter about cleansing the galaxy of pesky demons! Cosmic Cleaner is a fast-paced, high score chasing action game that progressively gets more challenging. Designed for quick and easy fun.
Why similar: Score Attack 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Retro 13%, Arcade 12.4%, Space 8.9%
- #4 Bit Blaster XL
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,154 reviews2016
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
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 15.6%, Difficult 15.2%, Score Attack 13.7%, Aliens 8.8%, Shooter 8.7%
- #5 Zero Wrath Vendetta
95% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Incandescent Workshop LLC
Windows
Dodge enemy beams with your space fighter, kill huge bosses, and sing along to seven distinct songs in this unique rock opera videogame.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Arcade 11.9%, Shooter 11%, Score Attack 9.7%, Puzzle 9.3%
- #6 Invaders from the Lost Sectors
94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: The Lost Sectors
Windows
Invaders from the Lost Sectors is classic arcade action. Aliens descend with increasing speed towards your base. Shoot them all before they land. Player controlled settings like guided missiles, rate of fire, enemy speed and more help you customize exactly the game experience that you want.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Score Attack 13.6%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 12.4%, Space 8.5%
- #7 Cosmic Cruiser
93% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this unique shooter from 1984. take on the role of a pilot of an out-dated Cosmic Cruiser, fighting to rescue the crew of a distant space station that had been captured by a raiding party from the sinister Rallom Empire.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Shooter 15.6%, Retro 14.1%, Score Attack 13.3%, Arcade 11.7%
- #8 Attack from Izar 2250
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Xayba
Windows
Alien attackers from the Izar system are invading Earth! Battle the extraterrestrial menace in endless waves in this tribute to classic alien 'invader' shooters from the late '70s and early '80s. Aim for the high score by destroying the evil alien monsters!
Why similar: Score Attack 25%, Arcade 16.8%, Shooter 14.1%, Aliens 12.7%, Space 7.9%
- #9 Marimoth
91% 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 22%, Score Attack 15.9%, Arcade 13.1%, Retro 12.2%, Difficult 12.2%
- #10 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
92% 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%, Score Attack 15.2%, Difficult 12.7%, Arcade 10%, Retro 9.5%
- #11 Moon Dancer
89% matchPositive95% of 40 reviews2022
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Moon Dancer is a vertically scrolling shmup featuring an exhilarating lock-on laser.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Score Attack 23.5%, Shooter 13.8%, Retro 12.4%, Difficult 9.3%
- #12 Flashover MegaSector
90% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Happy Frog Games
Windows
Using a powerful weapon and raw skill, can you take out an entire space pirate fleet? Harken back to the era of old browser games in this fast-paced bullet hell shoot 'em up where stages change based on objectives cleared!
Why similar: Score Attack 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Difficult 11.3%, Arcade 8.7%, Space 7.7%
- #13 Demon Protocol
89% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Pete PotosPub: ThryveLabs
Windows
Lock On. Light Up. Lay Waste. Demon Protocol is a retro arcade space shooter with 25 waves of relentless enemies, 4 brutal bosses, and power-ups to keep you fighting. Choose your difficulty and see how far you can push before the demons win.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Shooter 16.5%, Arcade 12.6%, Space 9.4%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #14 Kalzor: 2000
88% 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 19.2%, Difficult 14.7%, Retro 11.5%, Space 10.7%, Arcade 10.6%
- #15 Nova Swarm
85% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: Tiny Foundry
Windows
Pick a ship, dive into readable bullet chaos, take down huge angry bosses, grab the bonus core you probably should have left alone, and chase one cleaner run in Nova Swarm.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Score Attack 23.7%, Arcade 11.4%, Space 10.7%, Retro 10.4%
- #16 Spinner Invaders
87% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Wobi Games
Windows
Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from The General by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Difficult 17.6%, Score Attack 15.2%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 9.5%
- #17 Switch 'N' Shoot
86% matchVery Positive96% of 155 reviews2016
Dev: Matt Glanville
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!
Why similar: Score Attack 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Difficult 15.7%, Arcade 9.9%, Retro 9.1%
- #18 Retro Wing Prime
86% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: Giant Light Studios
Windows · Mac
Retro Wing Prime is a minimal, polished, retro-inspired, one button arcade game. Easy to learn and hard to master, it's a classic concept with modern gameplay elements and a unique control scheme. Unlock 5 unique ships and many helpful power-ups as you try for a high score!
Why similar: Score Attack 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Difficult 14%, Retro 9%, Arcade 8.7%
- #19 Breakpoint
84% matchVery Positive97% of 236 reviews2020
Dev: Studio AesthesiaPub: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Breakpoint is a twin-stick slasher where your weapons explode. Break through the swarm to claim your spot on the online leaderboard.
Why similar: Score Attack 16.9%, Difficult 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Retro 9.3%, Arcade 8.7%
- #20 Suicide Runners
84% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: JTW
Windows
Classic 2D shoot em up with updated graphics. Dodge a storm of bullets as you blast through space shooting hordes of enemies. Collect powerups to survive against fearsome bosses. Pilot a suicide runner as you fight to unravel the mystery of what is destroying the universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Retro 13.4%, Arcade 12.9%, Score Attack 11.6%, Shooter 9%
- #21 RESHOOTER
82% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: spieleschreiber
Windows · Mac · Linux
RESHOOTER offers heart-pounding shoot-em-up action that elevates classic arcade gameplay to the next level. Dive into the retroflow with electrifying visuals, immersive audio, and captivating mechanics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Score Attack 16.1%, Retro 12.3%, Arcade 11.7%, Aliens 9.3%
- #22 Elemental Mage Defense
82% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Fatal Army Studios
Windows
Step into "Elemental Mage Defense", a dynamic realm where magic meets valiant heroism. As a mage, you'll defend your homeland through strategic battles, unfolding narratives, and thrilling expansions. Every choice carves your legacy.
Why similar: Score Attack 21.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Arcade 11.1%, Aliens 10.7%, Shooter 10.3%
- #23 Vortex Attack: ボルテックスアタック
83% matchVery Positive81% of 104 reviews2015
Dev: KaleidoGames
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 19.6%, Difficult 17.5%, Score Attack 15.2%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 9.2%
- #24 Space storm
79% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: rogerinfanger.com
Windows
Steer a futuristic spaceship through 50 action-packed levels! Fight against enemy fleets, use teleportation, dodge fireballs and defeat the mothership. Precision and skill are required to survive increasingly difficult waves. Are you ready?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Score Attack 13.7%, Tactical 11.9%, Arcade 11.3%, Shooter 11.3%
- #25 Eigengrau
78% matchVery Positive100% of 94 reviews2023
Dev: Martin Mauersics
Windows · Mac · Linux
A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Score Attack 18.7%, Difficult 15.8%, Arcade 10.7%, Shooter 9.8%
- #26 WOLFLAME
80% matchVery Positive86% of 119 reviews2016
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Arcade 13.8%, Shooter 13.1%, Score Attack 12%, Retro 8.7%
- #27 Metis One
81% 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 19.5%, Difficult 17.2%, Score Attack 14%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 8.9%
- #28 Blast'N Bounty
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: No CheckpointPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast’N Bounty is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up featuring 8 stages players can tackle in the order of their choosing. Cruise through a crazy solar system in a mix of pixel art and low poly 3D with action that’s easy to learn but tough to master!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Difficult 18.5%, Score Attack 12.3%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9%
- #29 Runscore
78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: 𝓛𝓮𝔁𝔂
Windows
Runscore is a survival score based game, about destroying enemies. Enemies give different points depending on the current level and dimension. In Classic Mode your goal is to reach Endless UFO. It exist more Dimension with different gamemodes for example Radius Dimension. Get the best score!
Why similar: Score Attack 34%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Arcade 13.8%, Aliens 12.6%, Shooter 8.1%
- #30 Slap Fight
77% matchPositive82% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Artificial intelligence threatens the galaxy. Buckle up and fight computing power with the only power that counts: FIREPOWER! Experience Toaplan's brain-melting Slap Fight (AKA Alcon) with its gauge-based power-ups and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with the latest features!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Score Attack 20%, Arcade 18.9%, Retro 15.3%, Action 7.7%
- #31 Super Forklift 3000
76% matchPositive100% of 36 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: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Score Attack 19.2%, Space 11.3%, Arcade 10.3%, Retro 9.1%
- #32 Meteor Storm
77% 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 20.9%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Score Attack 11.7%, Retro 8.8%
- #33 Galactic Plague 2000
74% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2025
Dev: Yacoobs C.MPub: Y3TuuStudio
Windows
A classic shoot 'em up with a modern edge. Galactic Plague throws you into a cosmic nightmare where survival means upgrading your ship, mastering legendary weapons, and battling the relentless Martian invasion. Are you ready to face the chaos?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Score Attack 14.6%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 13.2%, Space 8.3%
- #34 Flying Shark
75% matchPositive89% of 44 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience Toaplan's arcade shooter Flying Shark (AKA Sky Shark) on PC with the latest quality-of-life features. Ride through the skies as they burn in a rain of armor-piercing bullets! You have been chosen for the mission. Because you are the best pilot there is!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, Arcade 19.2%, Score Attack 19%, Retro 15.7%, Action 7.7%
- #35 The Core Message
79% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Freedom Software
Windows
Combining retro puzzles and a arcade space shooter. You and your crew found strange materials in the galaxy core to upgrade your ship to the most powerful. While collecting core materials you came across something unbelievable ... The Core Message. The Core Message changes everything.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Retro 15.4%, Arcade 13.5%, Space 13.2%, Difficult 10.2%
- #36 Rysen
76% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
An old arcade style 2d shmup.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Score Attack 16.9%, Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 12.5%, Top-Down 9.3%
- #37 Centrist
73% matchPositive100% of 24 reviews2023
Dev: Yrbiax
Windows
Centrist is a block stacking game where your goal is to place blocks around the center piece in a perfect square formation. Blocks will appear from 4 different directions.
Why similar: Score Attack 33.4%, Retro 17.9%, Logic 14.2%, Puzzle 13.3%, Strategy 7.5%
- #38 Rendering Ranger™: R² [Rewind]
73% matchPositive83% of 29 reviews2025
Dev: Limited Run GamesPub: Ziggurat
Windows
You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Shooter 12.6%, Score Attack 12.4%, Arcade 10.9%, Retro 10.4%
- #39 < STRECT >
75% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: MiddleBit
Windows
Take control and annihilate every invading enemy and stronghold! is a score-attack vertical shmup supporting 1-2 players. Featuring pure mechanics that emphasize destruction and dodging, satisfying explosion effects, and deep hidden secrets, the fight awaits you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Score Attack 25.8%, Arcade 11.6%, Shooter 11.2%, Top-Down 6%
- #40 PULSOR
74% matchMostly Positive73% of 26 reviews2019
Dev: robotragePub: RR Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
PULSOR is a fast paced shoot em' up space arcade game where you orbit a black hole. Use your quick reactions and aim to blast the obstacles in your way !
Why similar: Score Attack 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Difficult 13.7%, Space 12.2%, Retro 10.4%
- #41 MissileDancer
73% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2018
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Vertical Scroll Shooting Game with Lock-on Missile
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Score Attack 28.1%, Shooter 15.8%, Retro 13.3%, Arcade 5.5%
- #42 Enfora Star
71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Haapa Games
Windows · Linux
Enfora Star station is being overrun! Pilot your spacecraft and deploy defenses to survive droid swarms - but every purchase costs precious score points. Will you risk everything for maximum points or play it safe? Master the ultimate arcade challenge!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Difficult 16.6%, Score Attack 15.8%, Space 8.9%, Retro 8.8%
- #43 Syder Reloaded
70% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Evil
Windows
Syder Reloaded revives the Syder series in this love-letter to 90s Amiga shmups with upgraded graphics and refined gameplay. Challenging levels, a fleet of ships and a motherload of alien invaders. Get back to your roots and curse at your monitor in this skills-first shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Difficult 15.3%, Retro 11.6%, Arcade 11.5%, Shooter 11.2%
- #44 SUPER FLAIL
70% matchVery Positive93% of 159 reviews2018
Dev: CryptMadePub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 42%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Difficult 18.7%, Score Attack 15.9%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 10%
- #45 Space Mergers
69% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: MelonFruit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Space Mergers is a satisfying fast-paced puzzle game that encourages critical thinking. Combine blocks to create combos and gain points, reach the highest score you can! There is over a million different ways to play, enjoy some endless fun.
Why similar: Score Attack 24.3%, Arcade 11.9%, Logic 11.6%, Space 11.4%, Retro 11.2%
- #46 XIIZEAL
71% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Difficult 18.4%, Score Attack 15%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 9.7%
- #47 Astro Fighters 2
67% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2026
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Blast through overwhelming bullet storms, graze enemy fire for massive score boosts, and bend time to survive impossible odds in this intense arcade-inspired vertical shmup. Master unique ships, conquer brutal bosses, and chase the perfect run.
Why similar: Score Attack 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Difficult 15.4%, Arcade 10.1%, Shooter 9.6%
- #48 PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chain Damage Games
Windows
PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift is a sci-fi shoot 'em up game in the style of arcade classics. Dodge barrages of attacks, survive bullet hell bosses, and save Prismidia!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 11.4%, Aliens 10.6%, Retro 9%
- #49 Dextram
70% 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 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Difficult 14.6%, Retro 9.1%, Arcade 8.6%
- #50 Cell #31
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Lasse Malmberg
Windows
Cell #31 is a fast-paced and intense twin-stick shooter where you play as a cell fighting to survive an ever-increasing barrage of bullets and enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Difficult 17%, Score Attack 16.3%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 9.2%
- #51 Terra Flame
68% matchPositive97% of 30 reviews2022
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Terra Flame is a horizontal shmup inspired by the 90's. The feature is that you can switch between three types of weapons in real time.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Score Attack 22.9%, Shooter 13.9%, Retro 11.8%, Arcade 6.9%
- #52 Short Warp: Deep Space Bounty
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Short Warp LLC
Windows
Short Warp: Deep Space Bounty is a modern arcade shoot ’em up mixing top-down and side-scrolling missions in a rugged sci-fi universe. Pilot stock ships or craft custom builds across multiple game modes. Cast a short warp and Lower Away!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Score Attack 18.3%, Arcade 11.2%, Aliens 10.9%, Shooter 10.7%
- #53 Ball Torture
69% matchMostly Positive76% of 128 reviews2022
Dev: SufferSoft
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Ball Torture is an exciting 2D puzzle game where you control a bowling ball, trying to escape from the recycling compartment. Overcome sharp saws and other obstacles, reach 30 checkpoints, and collect stars to become the winner among the balls in the recycling compartment!
Why similar: Score Attack 25%, Difficult 22.6%, Tactical 12.5%, Logic 12.4%, Top-Down 10.3%
- #54 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
65% matchVery Positive97% of 376 reviews2021
Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Difficult 13.8%, Score Attack 13.7%, Shooter 10.8%, Arcade 10.8%
- #55 Stop the Saturnians!
67% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Jeff Sinasac
Windows
Stop the Saturnians is a shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Dodge enemy fire, destroy procedurally generated alien waves and fight massive bosses. Collect resources in the midst of combat to upgrade your ship or improve Earth's defenses. Protect yourself and the planet both!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Space 12%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 11.6%, Aliens 11.1%
- #56 ImageStriker
66% matchVery Positive93% of 95 reviews2019
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Image Striker is a 2D vertical scroll shooting game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Score Attack 25.2%, Shooter 15.1%, Retro 12.9%, Arcade 7.5%
- #57 Space & Pixels
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Basil Masil
Windows
Space & Pixels is a top-down space shooter with classic gameplay. Battle through each level, blast lots of enemies, upgrade your ship's firepower, and uncover the truth behind your dangerous mission.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Arcade 17.5%, Shooter 16.7%, Space 9.9%, Top-Down 9.4%
- #58 Rolling Gunner
65% matchVery Positive90% of 72 reviews2022
Dev: Project Rolling GunnerPub: mebius.
Windows
March 18th, 2061 - "Operation Downfall" Commences With its reliance on BAC, humanity had forgotten how to operate even basic transportation, let alone weapons. After the attacks from BAC and the subsequent social chaos, the human population was reduced by half.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Score Attack 26%, Shooter 19.7%, Sci-fi 10.1%, 2D 5.8%
- #59 Never Not Shooting
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Hand Cannon Games
Windows
Grab up to 3 friends and defend the sun from swarms of enemies in this local coop twin stick shooter. Siphon energy from the sun and shoot as many attackers as you can to claim the high score before it explodes! Fight over experience and upgrade your ship to keep up with the ever-mounting pressure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Score Attack 12.3%, Arcade 11.9%, Difficult 11.6%, Shooter 9.9%
- #60 Sophstar
64% matchVery Positive100% of 107 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 20%, Score Attack 13.7%, Retro 10.2%, Arcade 9.4%, Aliens 9.1%