60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Arcade, Sci-fi.
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.
R-Type Final 2
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.
R-Type Dimensions EX
R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!
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 37.5%, Side Scroller 28.2%, Shooter 15%, Space 6.7%, Action 6.1%
R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.6%, Side Scroller 27.6%, Action 8.8%, Shooter 6.7%, 2D 3.4%
Your nightmares, now in High Definition! R-Type Delta HD Boosted brings back the dark, iconic shooter with modern enhancements, new music, razor-sharp graphics, and all the intensity you remember.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.3%, Shooter 19%, Action 10.4%, Aliens 7.7%, Futuristic 7.3%
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 26.3%, Side Scroller 22.4%, Shooter 13.8%, Aliens 9.7%, 1990's 9%
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 58.6%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Shooter 5.2%, Action 4.9%, Space 4.1%
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 30.8%, Shooter 14.1%, Space 8.7%, Aliens 7.7%, Sci-fi 7.2%
You will see the creation of new lives... Capture enemies and fire them back at their allies as enormous beams of energy in this horizontally scrolling shooting game, featuring 5 versions of G-Darius with new features, enhancements, and Steam exclusive extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Side Scroller 20.3%, 2.5D 18%, Shooter 10.9%, Aliens 5.6%
Defend the galaxy from vicious space pirates! Seize your foes and fire them back at their allies for devastating destruction in Toaplan's legendary horizontal arcade shooter, now on PC with all-new features and quality-of-life bonuses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Side Scroller 25.4%, Space 8%, 1990's 6.6%, Sci-fi 6%
Lock-on to an exhilarating sci-fi shooting fest with the trilogy which put Taito on the 90s arcade shooting map: The Ray Series, together in one collection for the first time!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.4%, 2.5D 19.7%, Shooter 16.5%, Sci-fi 8%, Action 6.8%
Classic shoot’em up action in modern 3D! Blast off to take down hordes of infected aliens and dreadful machines programmed on waging an intergalactic war against mankind!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Side Scroller 20.7%, 2.5D 19.1%, Shooter 11.2%, Space 6.4%
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 24%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Shooter 9.9%, Space 6.9%, 1990's 6.7%
Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Shooter 22.7%, 1990's 10.3%, Action 9.3%, Space 8.4%
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Side Scroller 23%, Shooter 15.2%, Action 9.2%, 1990's 6.9%
Sidescrolling Shoot’em’up that will transport you back into the 90s (and space).
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Side Scroller 22.4%, Shooter 11.2%, 1990's 7.2%, Space 6.8%
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 33.5%, Shooter 15.9%, Space 9%, Sci-fi 6.6%, Old School 5.5%
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: Space 22.5%, Local Co-Op 18.5%, Sci-fi 17.7%, 2D 14.4%, Action 11%
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 34.5%, Shooter 16.8%, 1990's 10.4%, Space 7.8%, Action 6.7%
Turn tactical, turn-based strategy on its side in R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos! Making its debut on modern consoles, this collection of two games comes with revamped visuals, multiple campaigns, and branching missions!
Why similar: 2.5D 34.6%, Aliens 19.2%, Space 13.9%, Sci-fi 12.9%, Futuristic 11.7%
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 23.5%, Linear 8%, Aliens 7.4%, Space 7%
Slide, jump and shoot in 8 directions in this explosive Run 'n Gun for up to 3 players! Swap weapons in real time, activate insane specials and take on alien bosses in an action-packed invasion of retro mayhem!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Side Scroller 19.9%, Aliens 11.2%, Shooter 9.7%, Linear 6.7%
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 34.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Shooter 13.7%, Action 11.2%, 2D 6.3%
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 41.1%, Space 10.6%, Sci-fi 8%, 2D 7%, Colorful 6.6%
Z-Exemplar is a side-scrolling shooter in the tradition of R-Type, Gradius, Nemesis and other classic arcade games from the past. Borrowing its aesthetic from the computers of yesteryear (specifically the Sinclair ZX Spectrum) Z-Exemplar combines bright, bold, 8-bit pixel art with frantic action and an epic mission to conquer a galaxy of...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 55.4%, Action 19.5%, Pixel Graphics 9%, Retro 8.5%, 2D 7.6%
AQUA KITTY UDX blasts onto PC in this enhanced Ultra Deluxe Edition including the epic Dreadnought game mode!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.6%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Action 9.7%, Local Co-Op 7.3%, 1990's 7.3%
Experience the full evolution of the award-winning Geometry Wars franchise and battle through waves of enemies on 3D grids in this frenetic arcade shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 66.1%, Action 16.2%, Shooter 9%, Local Co-Op 6%, Retro 2.6%
The sequel to Toaplan’s shoot ‘em up masterpiece Truxton is a thrilling insane space action with an unforgiving difficulty level. Enjoy the visually stunning pixel graphics and vibrant music as you dodge the high-speed bullet rain and take on tough bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Space 9.5%, 1990's 9.5%, Linear 9.2%, Aliens 7.7%
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 54.6%, 2.5D 13.6%, Shooter 9.7%, Action 7%, Local Co-Op 5.8%
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 43.3%, 2.5D 18.1%, Shooter 12.1%, Local Co-Op 8%, Old School 6.6%
Blast through alien hordes as the finest cyborg mercenary in existence! To emerge victorious, you'll need to manage time and resources skillfully. Toaplan's run-and-gun smash-hit finally arrives on PC, reloaded with new features and quality-of-life extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, 1990's 11.9%, Aliens 11.8%, Old School 8.4%, Local Co-Op 7.1%
Darius is one of the pioneers of the side-scrolling shoot 'em genre, and the Steam version replicates the multi-screen arcade experience with 4 different titles and 7 versions filled with aquatic-lifeform-themed bosses and epic, Zuntata-composed soundscapes!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Shooter 14.1%, Aliens 10.7%, 1990's 7%, Sci-fi 6.6%
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: 2.5D 31.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Shooter 13.1%, Space 7.1%, Sci-fi 5.5%
Space Elite Force II is a fast-paced side-scrolling shmup with local co-op, weapon upgrades, handcrafted pixel art, and intense boss battles. Fight through explosive stages, chase high scores, and defend humanity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Side Scroller 22.4%, Shooter 11.3%, Space 8.9%, Sci-fi 6.3%
The Pinnacle of Mutant Blasting Action Is Here! — Blaster Master Zero 3's hybrid of sidescrolling and top-down action is back for its 3rd chapter, and more intense than ever before!
Why similar: Space 18.4%, 1990's 13.8%, Futuristic 13.6%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action 9.6%
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 62.1%, Action 10.5%, Retro 7.7%, 2D 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%
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 31.9%, Side Scroller 25.9%, 1990's 9.3%, Old School 7.4%, Action 5.8%
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 47.7%, 1990's 10.3%, Pixel Graphics 8%, 2D 7.3%, Old School 7%
River City Ransom is back, rebuilt from the ground up! Rekindle old rivalries and relive past rumbles through a completely revamped story!
Why similar: Side Scroller 50.3%, Old School 13%, Pixel Graphics 11.6%, Action 11.6%, 2D 10.5%
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 27.9%, Side Scroller 25.1%, Shooter 12.9%, Aliens 8.2%, Sci-fi 5.4%
A brand new entry to the series, NIGHT STRIKER GEAR revitalizes the sprite scaling pseudo-3D style with polished graphics. The new GEAR System gives an added depth to the gameplay without sacrificing the intuitiveness. Feeling the rush of fast-paced music, strike through the night once more!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.5%, Shooter 18.9%, 1990's 9.8%, Sci-fi 9.6%, Futuristic 7.8%
Shizuku and Akane...two pilots bound by rivalry and friendship battle to save their world from malevolent cosmic forces! A classic arcade style shmup with deeply satisfying fast paced combat, wide variety of load-out combos, and even local co-op!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.3%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Space 8.1%, Sci-fi 7.6%, Pixel Graphics 6%
A super fast, twin analogue shooter for the modern age!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Space 13.3%, Shooter 12.3%, Action 9.8%
The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.6%, Shooter 16.4%, Space 10.4%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Local Co-Op 5.8%
Race through caverns while blasting away enemies and terrain to reach the depths of Mars in this reimagining of the 1981 classic.
Why similar: Shooter 22.2%, Aliens 13%, Space 12.2%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Futuristic 8%
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!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Shooter 14.5%, Old School 6.8%, Local Co-Op 6.3%
An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, 2.5D 16.6%, Shooter 15.7%, 1990's 9.1%, Sci-fi 6.5%
Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with procedurally driven missions and detailed shooting mechanics. Modern features such as real time fighter switching and squadron management make Xenoraid a fresh and thrilling shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.5%, Shooter 17.5%, Space 11%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Action 7.1%
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 27.9%, 2.5D 20.7%, Shooter 12.8%, Aliens 8.5%, Local Co-Op 5.8%
This is an arcade horizontal shoot'em up, that combines solid arcade controls with modern elements like bullet hell phases, tiny hitboxes, different types of gameplay and scoring, collectibles, trophies and many other features, which makes Wings Of Bluestar a fun shmup for both casuals and regulars.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Shooter 13.5%, Space 9.8%, 1990's 8.8%, Old School 8.1%
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 76%, Action 13.3%, Sci-fi 10.7%
Sine Mora EX is a side-scrolling shoot'em up that provides a unique challenge, where time is the ultimate factor. Mixing classic shooter sensibilities with contemporary presentation, Sine Mora EX is a gorgeous shoot'em up offering both a Story Mode that weaves an excessive tale and an Arcade Mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Side Scroller 25.8%, 2.5D 17%, Shooter 11.2%, Sci-fi 3.7%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 35.3%, Action 13.4%, Shooter 12.4%, Local Co-Op 9.6%, Retro 9.4%
The cult classic Gravitar has been Recharged. Complete missions in each solar system, navigating a variety of challenging environments, each with varying levels of gravity that will test your skills as a pilot before unlocking new solar systems to explore.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.2%, Aliens 21.1%, Action 16.3%, Space 12.4%
"Raiden" unites! Get ready to blast into a thrilling new dimension like never before!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.2%, Shooter 22.1%, Aliens 11%, Action 9.3%, Sci-fi 7.3%
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 31%, Shooter 15.8%, Aliens 11.3%, Space 6.8%, Action 6.5%
A fast‑paced 2.5D shooter built entirely solo on a custom engine, featuring multiple game modes, ship loadouts, online and local co‑op, and over a decade of continuous updates. Battle alien forces through handcrafted missions, survival challenges, and intense boss encounters.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Side Scroller 22%, 2.5D 19.4%, Shooter 11.5%, Local Co-Op 6.6%
Zenodyne R is a new 90s-style shoot-'em-up game filled with YM2612 music and real Blast Processing action, where your reflexes and patience will be tested in their entirety! Packed with 6 crazy stages filled wtih bosses, 5 unique ships, unlockables, branching paths and more!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 73.9%, Action 26.1%
Experience the explosive science fiction arcade-shooter that resurrects a much revered franchise in an epic single player and co-op multiplayer campaign.
Why similar: Shooter 29.8%, Aliens 23.7%, Action 15.5%, Sci-fi 14.2%, Space 9.4%
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 35.2%, 2.5D 23.4%, Shooter 14.5%, Sci-fi 6.7%, Action 5.4%
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 35.7%, Side Scroller 25.4%, Shooter 12%, Space 8%, Action 6.8%
