Games Like Raiden Legacy - Steam Edition

Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52.2%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Arcade 17%, Action 5.4%, Difficult 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: This is widely considered the gold standard for bullet-hell shooters, offering the same intense, pattern-heavy gameplay found in the later Raiden titles.

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 51.7%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Arcade 15.6%, Action 5.4%, Shooter 5.2%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by the masters of the genre, this game provides the ultimate bullet-hell challenge with deep scoring mechanics.

Shoot! Dodge! and... Get Hit!? "Ikaruga" is a vertical shoot 'em up that features an unique polarity-switching gameplay. Switch the ship's polarity and "get hit and absorb" enemy bullets! Achieve High Score with the chain bonus!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 55.3%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Arcade 16.3%, Shooter 4.7%, Action 3.3%

Why You'll Like It: A legendary vertical shooter that introduces a unique polarity-switching mechanic, perfect for players who enjoy tactical, high-skill gameplay.

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 61.8%, Arcade 19%, Bullet Hell 7.6%, Action 6.2%, Shooter 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: While horizontal, it offers an incredible amount of content and the same high-quality arcade polish found in the best shoot-'em-ups.

Be guided anew into an epic tale set in the Taisho era with three titles from Cave's Akai Katana series that has captured the hearts of passionate shoot 'em up fans. New features include an online leaderboard and new musical arrangements.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.2%, Arcade 17.4%, Shooter 13.2%, Bullet Hell 10.9%, Retro 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers a deep, multi-layered combat system that rewards precision and mastery of the screen space.

R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.5%, Arcade 18%, Action 11.1%, Retro 8.4%, Shooter 5.1%

Why You'll Like It: This collection brings the classic side-scrolling arcade experience to life with modern visual enhancements and classic gameplay.

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 37.6%, Arcade 16%, Bullet Hell 10.5%, Shooter 8.1%, Flight 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the vertical shooter that maintains the addictive power-up and upgrade loops found in classic arcade games.

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 42.1%, Arcade 18.9%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Retro 8.5%, Action 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: Often cited as the game that invented the bullet-hell genre, it is an essential piece of history for any fan of the Raiden series.

The great action-crazed, guns blazing, shoot ‘em up game comes back straight out of the ‘90s. Raptor: Call of the Shadows and its futuristic world are ready to challenge your flying skills.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Cult Classic 12.6% ★, Flight 10.1%, Bullet Hell 9.1%, Vehicular Combat 8.7% ★

Why You'll Like It: A nostalgic vertical shooter that captures the specific feel and difficulty of 90s PC and arcade flight shooters.

For the very first time, highly acclaimed Japanese Arcade Shoot’em Ups - VASARA (2000) and VASARA 2 (2001) - are made available to the whole world via this package: VASARA COLLECTION!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.7%, Arcade 16%, Retro 14.2%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Shooter 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, melee-focused vertical shooter that offers a unique twist on the classic arcade formula.

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 53.1%, Bullet Hell 19%, Arcade 17%, Action 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly blends modern accessibility with the intense bullet-dodging patterns that define the bullet-hell subgenre.

Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 55.8%, Bullet Hell 18%, Arcade 15.1%, Action 6.9%, Shooter 4.2%

Why You'll Like It: This gothic-themed bullet-hell shooter provides a slightly more accessible but equally thrilling experience for fans of the genre.

This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 51.6%, Bullet Hell 13%, Arcade 11.8%, Retro 9.5%, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: A modern masterpiece that pays homage to the history of the genre while introducing innovative new mechanics.

The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.

Why similar: Retro 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Action 17.9%, Arcade 14.4%, Shooter 14.3%

Why You'll Like It: While a run-and-gun, it shares the same high-difficulty, reflex-testing DNA that makes the Raiden series so rewarding.

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 42.5%, Arcade 16.7%, Shooter 12.2%, Bullet Hell 9.2%, Retro 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled vertical shooter that focuses on simple, effective mechanics and high-intensity combat.

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

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.3%, Shooter 14.2%, Retro 12.7%, Arcade 9.3%, Score Attack 7%

Why You'll Like It: A pure, no-nonsense vertical shooter that focuses on fast-paced action and high-score chasing.

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 61%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Arcade 13.3%, Action 6.2%, Shooter 2.9%

Why You'll Like It: This indie title features incredibly tight controls and a vibrant aesthetic that feels like a love letter to classic arcade shooters.

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 42.6%, Retro 13.9%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Arcade 12.6%, Action 8%

Why You'll Like It: This game is designed to be an approachable yet challenging vertical shooter that honors the legacy of classic arcade titles.

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 28.7%, Arcade 26.4%, Shooter 16%, Action 10.3%, Retro 10%

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 58.6%, Shooter 23.6%, Bullet Hell 17.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game features a unique character-based system that adds strategic depth to the standard vertical shooter gameplay.

8 KONAMI arcade classics of the 80s, from Nemesis to TwinBee. Including bonus eBook packed with new information never before revealed to the public.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.7%, Action 26%, Arcade 22.8%, Retro 10.6%

Why You'll Like It: This collection provides a historical look at the arcade roots that influenced games like Raiden.

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 47%, Arcade 13.4%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Retro 9.5%, Action 7.1%

Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.3%, Arcade 14.9%, Shooter 9.4%, Bullet Hell 8.7%, Retro 8%

Why You'll Like It: An indie shooter that successfully replicates the intense, multi-directional threat environment of classic arcade games.

First appearing in arcades in 1981, the masterpiece GALAGA finally comes to Steam! Move the fighter left and right and destroy the waves of incoming aliens!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.4%, Arcade 23.8%, Retro 17.9%, Action 9.4%, Shooter 3.5%

SNK 40th Anniversary Collection is the ultimate collection of classic arcade games from SNK's golden age with 24 different nostalgic titles back from the 1980s, and many bells and whistles for the best game experience on Steam!!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Arcade 24%, Retro 18.6%, Action 16.8%, Military 4.9%

Arcade hit Raiden first left its mark on the shooting genre 25 years ago. The easy to learn, hard to master series comes to the PC in its most modern and advanced form yet! Join the war for Earth's future-where the tide of battle holds constant surprises.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.6%, Arcade 18%, Shooter 12.9%, Bullet Hell 10.8%, Action 9.7%

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 36.8%, Arcade 23.3%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 13.2%, Retro 10.9%

Relive the glory days of cooperative arcade games with the Capcom Beat 'Em Up Bundle! This comprehensive collection includes seven classic titles, each with various multiplayer options and online capabilities!

Why similar: Arcade 43.2%, Retro 27.9%, Action 17.6%, 1990's 11.3%

In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.4%, Retro 18.9%, Arcade 14.4%, Shooter 10.6%, Action 8.5%

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 42.8%, Arcade 18.2%, Shooter 12.9%, Score Attack 9.1%, 1990's 7.2%

Mega Man X Legacy Collection includes the legendary 16-bit titles and the series’ exciting foray into the 32-bit era: Mega Man X, Mega Man X2, Mega Man X3, and Mega Man X4. Test your skills in the new X Challenge mode, which pits players against two deadly bosses at once.

Why similar: Action 31.7%, Retro 30.7%, 1990's 15.9%, Difficult 11.1%, Shooter 10.7%

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 47.6%, Arcade 18.3%, Retro 15.5%, Action 9.5%, Difficult 5.3%

“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 34.4%, Arcade 26.1%, Retro 14.8%, Action 11.3%, Shooter 9.4%

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 62.1%, Arcade 12.9%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, Action 7%, Shooter 6.6%

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 36.8%, Shooter 13.2%, Retro 12.2%, Bullet Hell 9.2%, 1990's 8.5%

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 50.5%, Arcade 20%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 10.2%, Bullet Hell 3.7%

Classic Japanese style vertical manic shooting action! Shoot, dodge and explode your way through the second entry in the critically acclaimed Danmaku Unlimited series. Battle through nail-biting bullet patterns and compete for dominance on the global leaderboard!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 55.8%, Bullet Hell 21%, Arcade 10.1%, Action 7.1%, Shooter 6.1%

Fight over the Earth-like planet of Seventia and its scarce resources of Septonium. A vertical shoot ’em up at its core with an added focus towards immersive storytelling. Follow the story of Alex and Margaret, two exceptional pilots, for the first time on Steam.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.8%, Action 29%, Arcade 17.5%, Bullet Hell 6.7%

Mega Man Legacy Collection is a celebration of the 8-bit history of Capcom’s iconic Blue Bomber featuring faithful reproductions of the series’ origins with the original six Mega Man games.

Why similar: Retro 48.5%, Action 19%, Difficult 15.2%, 1990's 8.7%, Shooter 8.6%

The sequel of the famous Shoot'em up from the Visco studio is back, 30 years after the first opus, released exclusively on Neo-Geo MVS and Neo-Geo AES in 1992 . It's time to bring out your good old battle ship in ANDRO DUNOS 2!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.8%, Arcade 15.1%, Shooter 11%, Bullet Hell 10.7%, Action 6.4%

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 35.8%, Arcade 18.7%, Shooter 14.5%, Retro 12.2%, 1990's 10.5%

Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.7%, Arcade 16%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Action 8.5%, 1990's 8.1%

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 37.2%, Arcade 17%, Shooter 11.2%, Bullet Hell 11%, Retro 9.4%

70s giant robot anime-inspired side-scrolling shooting from the creators of SATAZIUS and GIGANTIC ARMY!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 64.6%, Action 14.9%, Shooter 10.8%, Retro 9.6%

Steel Empire is a steam punk shoot'em up game featuring a frantic combat filled with powerful enemies and insane obstacles. Enjoy a beautiful world and retro game-play as you dodge and shoot your way through classical stages to fight the evil empire!

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 59.5%, Action 20.5%, Retro 20%

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: Retro 27.2%, Arcade 26.2%, Shooter 21.6%, Action 15.7%, Military 9.4%

“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: Arcade 30.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Action 19.3%, Retro 13%, Shooter 7.5%

The skies are aflame and the seas will overflow with wreckage in Vlambeer’s stylish arcade shooter LUFTRAUSERS! Take to the skies in customized fighter planes to battle battleships, submarines, and rival aces for glory, honor, and high scores.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Arcade 18.7%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Retro 8.2%, Action 7.3%

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 32.8%, Arcade 15.1%, Shooter 11.7%, Bullet Hell 10.3%, Retro 8.5%

Jet Lancer is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you duel enemy aviators, hunt giant robots, and defy death at supersonic speeds as you evolve from an unknown rookie aviator into a once-in-a-generation ACE pilot.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Arcade 12.1%, Flight 10.6%, Fast-Paced 10.4%, Retro 8.7%

【About "The Hurricane of the Varstray"】"The Hurricane of the Varstray" is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with a SF story: in the distant future, to defend the Earth against the invasion of mystery mechanical structures, 4 girls head to "the Varstray sector," far away from the Earth and considered as the v

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.7%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Arcade 10.9%, Action 8.7%, Retro 8.3%

“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 37%, Arcade 25.9%, Retro 15%, Action 12.1%, Shooter 7.4%

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 41.5%, Arcade 18.8%, Shooter 15.3%, 1990's 8.4%, Action 6.3%

Ether Vapor Remaster is a cinematic 3D arcade shooter and visual treat from developer Edelweiss.

Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 68.9%, Shooter 9.6%, Action 7.7%, Arcade 7.5%, Bullet Hell 6.2%