- #1 Toi 2 Attack
97% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: time 1
Windows
Emperor Zaroc's forces invaded the planet Toi destroy the boss and regain control of the planet
Why similar: Space 35.6%, Combat 16.2%, Shooter 14.8%, 2D 11.9%, Action 9.5%
- #2 Code Name: Unstable
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LostDeception
Windows
Engage in thrilling space battles against a variety of formidable bosses, each with unique abilities and strategies. With every victory, unlock powerful upgrades to enhance your ship's weapons, defenses, and special abilities.
Why similar: Space 42.8%, Combat 23.4%, Action 12.6%, 2D 12.4%, Indie 4.6%
- #3 S.F.77
96% matchMixed66% of 35 reviews2018
Dev: mkaatr
Windows
Use your space fighter (S.F.77) to destroy enemy spaceships and collect energy from them. Use that to upgrade you speed, weapons, or improve shields which will allow you to survive even harder attack waves.
Why similar: Space 54%, Shooter 17.2%, 2D 15%, Indie 7.3%, Singleplayer 6.5%
- #4 Giant Enemy Robot Crabs
95% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Raging Slime
Windows
Crush the countless crabs while blasting your way through the cancer zone!
Why similar: Space 37.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Roguelike 11%, Action 10.2%, Shooter 8.5%
- #5 That's My Space
94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Cezar Roveda Coelho
Windows
The universe is yours to conquer in That's My Space. Gather resources, craft powerful weapons, upgrade your spaceship and battle against enemy nations to become the ultimate space explorer.
Why similar: Space 26.1%, Action 16.5%, Shooter 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, 2D 10.1%
- #6 TAOTH - The Adventures of the Herkulez
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2017
Dev: Andreas Ammer
Windows · Linux
A mouse controlled vertical scroller/shooter (with bonus mazes)
Why similar: Space 28.4%, Action 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Indie 11.9%, Shooter 10.8%
- #7 EMPIRE - GALAXY BURNING
93% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: BWI Games
Windows
A shoot-em-up game (loosely) inspired by the likes of Crimson Clover, Mushihimesama and R-Type, battling against an ancient superweapon to save both the galaxy and a close friend!
Why similar: Space 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Shooter 11.8%, 2D 9.6%, Combat 9.4%
- #8 The Outer Rim: Survivor
92% matchMostly Positive74% of 69 reviews2018
Dev: Katoa Games
Windows
Welcome to The Outer Rim, where fast paced action and space combat meet. The Outer Rim: Survivor missions are free to download and play...Pure Action, Pure Mayhem - How long can you last?
Why similar: Space 61.6%, Action 25.3%, Indie 13.1%
- #9 Galaxy Dreamer
91% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Annet ValentivePub: Galaxy Games
Windows
Galaxy Dreamer is an 2D old-school vertical space shooter that will remind you of your childhood.Сontrol a spaceship and shoot your opponents alone or with a friend! You can choose from a dozen spaceships and weapons to destroy a variety of enemies and BOSSES!
Why similar: Space 33.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Action 17.4%, Combat 15.8%, 2D 10.2%
- #10 Fruitgeddon
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: One Room Studio
Windows
Blast through hordes of adorable yet deadly mutant fruits in this intense space shooter with bullet hell action. Shoot, dodge, and survive unique boss battles that push your skills to the limit. Only the strongest will uncover the truth behind the chaos. Are you ready to save the universe?
Why similar: Space 29.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Action 19.8%, Shooter 15.1%, 2D 11.2%
- #11 Space Demon Combat Tactics III
89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Matt Kuhn
Windows
Join the High Commander as the eternally loyal Green in an epic journey to save the Blues from the menace of the Greys and their evil Red Gems!
Why similar: Space 26.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Action 18%, Shooter 13.2%, Combat 10.3%
- #12 Super Space Slayer 2
90% matchNo user reviews2019
Dev: Plasma Beam Games
Windows
Save the galaxy in this unique space shooter! Based on the legendary Google Play title, Super Space Slayer 2 features completely re-designed mouse, keyboard and gamepad controls that make it even better than the original.
Why similar: Space 37.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Shooter 11.4%, Combat 8.5%, Action 7.4%
- #13 Nebula Invaders
88% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Les 4 Cavaliers
Windows
Nebula Invaders is a retro-neon space shooter where you pilot a lone ship against endless waves of interstellar invaders. Destroy, dodge, upgrade your weapons, and survive in a vibrant cosmic battlefield!
Why similar: Space 32.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Action 17.8%, Combat 14.7%, 2D 9.9%
- #14 Space Horde Attack
87% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: GameProdTeam
Windows
Collect weapons and destroy enemy ships
Why similar: Space 31.4%, Combat 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, Roguelike 10.3%, Shooter 9.6%
- #15 Star Runner
89% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: George MathisPub: GRM3 Software
Windows · Mac · Linux
Star Runner is a challenging 2D space shooter with resource collection and surprising depth. Zip through dynamically created solar systems to wreak havok on enemy spaceships and starbases while dancing around asteroids to mine them for the materials needed for weapons, thrusters and repairs.
Why similar: Space 47.1%, Indie 16.4%, Shooter 13.7%, 2D 12%, Action 10.8%
- #16 星海的流言
86% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: VointStudio
Windows
XingHaiDeLiuYan is a bullet-screen shooting game that features random enemy ships and bullet-screens, but also has a focus on strengthening the player's game content. Players can acquire three types of aircraft and 18 types of weapons to challenge increasingly powerful enemies.
Why similar: Space 38.7%, Combat 20%, Action 12.5%, Top-Down 11.2%, Shooter 8.7%
- #17 Astraea
86% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: AurumKitsune
Windows · Linux
Astraea is a 2D Shoot 'em up game. You will fight through enemies of increasing strength and frequency. As you defeat enemies you gain access to upgrades to make your ship stronger. Attempt to max out your ship and try to beat others high scores.
Why similar: Space 34.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Action 18.4%, Shooter 14.1%, 2D 10.4%
- #18 HEXTERMINATE
85% matchMixed69% of 39 reviews2020
Dev: Wings of Steel
Windows · Linux
HEXTERMINATE is a top-down shooter which puts you in the role of an Imperial Captain. Your mission is to reclaim a galaxy shattered by centuries of in-fighting. Customise your ship with dozens of different modules, fight side by side with allied fleets and reunite the galaxy under Imperial rule.
Why similar: Space 40.2%, Action 24.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Indie 13.8%, Singleplayer 4.4%
- #19 Galactix
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Scott Host
Windows
Pilot your way through the relentless Xidus Fleet in an attempt to save the earth from annihilation. Galactix is a space arcade type game where you pilot your ship to shoot enemy fighters and collect bonus's with your ships mechanical arm. Galactix also includes a new Enhanced Mode to play.
Why similar: Space 23.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Action 16.7%, Shooter 13.1%, Combat 11.8%
- #20 Scramble All Fighters
84% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: ihobo gamesPub: Grindstone
Windows
Amazing graphics. Countless different units. An addictive Battle Pass. We have none of those things. Just one carrier and as many tiny fighters as you can muster to hold back hordes of enemy fighters and bombers. Victory is not enough - you may win the battle, but still lose the war!
Why similar: Space 44.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Shooter 11.7%, 2D 10.9%, Combat 6.7%
- #21 Captain Forever Remix
83% matchVery Positive81% of 377 reviews2016
Dev: Pixelsaurus Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 54 minMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Can you create the raddest spaceship? Captain Forever Remix is the spaceship builder roguelike. Voyage across the Solar System and blast apart randomly-generated enemies for spare parts. This is an officially-licensed re-imagining of the indie classic Captain Forever.
Why similar: Space 62.1%, Action 8.7%, Roguelike 5.2%, Indie 5.1%, Shooter 4.7%
- #22 Space & Pixels
82% 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: Space 25.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Action 19.8%, Shooter 14.1%, 2D 10.3%
- #23 SNAKE GAME ULTRA CORE
81% matchVery Positive89% of 97 reviews2025
Dev: Galactic Geckon
Windows
SNAKE GAME ULTRA CORE is an arena shooter where you play as a snake with a shotgun, escaping from a laboratory and seeking revenge on your enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Combat 22.7%, Space 15%, Action 14.9%, 2D 13%
- #24 Space Aliens Invaders
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Pix Arts
Windows · Mac
modernized old time classic alien shooter game
Why similar: Space 37.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Shooter 13.1%, Action 11.2%, Combat 10.9%
- #25 ScrapDown
80% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Adisoft
Windows · Mac
Scrap Down is action shooter arena in the style of a 2D shooter set in a space theme. It offers casual and fast-paced shooting mechanics that are easy to understand. It enhances the fun by allowing players to prank each other with in-game items.
Why similar: Space 45.6%, Action 23.1%, Shooter 17.3%, 2D 13.9%
- #26 Galencia
81% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2018
Dev: Jason Aldred
Windows
The 2017 Commodore 64 Game of the Year now available on Steam!
Why similar: Space 39.8%, Action 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Shooter 11.6%
- #27 Cube War
79% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: Rawi Studio
Windows
An action game in which we try to survive by killing enemies in space.
Why similar: Space 41.7%, Action 23%, Combat 18.9%, 2D 12.8%, Singleplayer 3.6%
- #28 Space Defense Special Force - The Origin of the Union
79% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Ninetales Studios
Windows
Frenetic 2D action in the style of Space Invaders! Customize your spaceship, face hordes of enemies, and challenge yourself in multiple modes, including Campaign, Arcade, Invasion, and Survival. Upgrade your ship, collect power-ups, and face unique challenges in every battle.
Why similar: Space 31%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Combat 15.6%, Action 11.4%, 2D 9.8%
- #29 Zero Wrath Vendetta
78% 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 24.7%, Space 19.7%, Action 15.5%, Shooter 11.1%, Combat 10.2%
- #30 Project MT
76% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Project MT
Windows
Survive endless waves in this fast-paced 2D space shooter. Upgrade your ship between 20-second battles, adapt to enemy behaviors, and climb the global leaderboard. Strategic, intense, and built for replayability.
Why similar: Space 50.3%, Action 24.7%, 2D 15.3%, Singleplayer 5.4%, Indie 4.3%
- #31 Sweezy Gunner
77% matchVery Positive83% of 243 reviews2014
Dev: Windybeard
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Sweezy Gunner is an eye melting, brain bending, mouse squeezing 2D Shoot em up. destroy everything in your path, Upgrade the Sweezy Gunner ship. A Large open World! Travel through the lush green fields, frozen tundra and arid desert. Explore the depths of the many dungeons, caves and temples and collect that tasty loot!
Why similar: Space 37.7%, Action 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Indie 13.1%, Shooter 10.3%
- #32 Space Hamster in Turmoil
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: SypherZent
Windows · Mac · Linux
Space Hamster in Turmoil is a shoot 'em up featuring a customizable ship, optional & unorthodox mechanics, 7 interesting bosses, and a short story that takes place one year after the extinction of our species.
Why similar: Space 42%, Action 29.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Indie 5.7%
- #33 Astro Fighters 2178
78% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Take to your ship to ensure the survival of humanity against an alien force determined to see you fail. Customize your ship with upgrades to raise your chance of success. Take a friend into battle to immediately become a stronger force and watch each others tail
Why similar: Space 26.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Action 17.5%, Combat 14%, Shooter 12.6%
- #34 Extermination Overdrive
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Denormalizer
Windows
Extermination Overdrive is a single player 2D arcade shooter set in space. Battle swarms of enemy space craft and massive dreadnoughts.
Why similar: Space 30.1%, Combat 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Shooter 11.8%, 2D 10.7%
- #35 Modular Spaceship Project
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Declan Cullen
Windows
Build your spaceship, help your faction conquer the universe, hunt down enemy fleets, and collect resources. Unlock new parts to make your ship stronger and more effective. Capture zones to gain control and dominate the galaxy.
Why similar: Space 46%, Combat 24.3%, Action 12.3%, 2D 10.9%, Singleplayer 3.4%
- #36 Killistar
74% matchNo user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Area Code 313 Games LLC
Windows
Killistar: A 2D/3D sci-fi shoot-em-up remake of the classic arcade game Sinistar.
Why similar: Space 25.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Shooter 13.5%, Action 13.4%, Combat 11%
- #37 DIM-EGION
76% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: aa9bbPub: Akasha Apostles
Windows
Single Player Shooting Game with 2D Collision Detection and 3D Rendering
Why similar: Space 27.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Shooter 17.4%, Action 17%, 2D 11.3%
- #38 Spaceman Sparkles 3
75% matchPositive83% of 35 reviews2016
Dev: tjern
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Sparkles wrecked a spaceship and got kidnapped by a mysterious Green Star, play as Magic in this new rescue adventure.
Why similar: Space 76%, Action 24%
- #39 Star'Shoot
73% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2018
Dev: Space Maker Studio
Windows
In this space shooter avenge the Earth destruction and destroy dozens of procedurally generated enemy waves ! Each death will make you stronger. Can you reach the top of the leaderboard ?
Why similar: Space 45.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Action 18.2%, Indie 10.8%
- #40 Super CosmoJet
73% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: KingChimp
Windows
Super CosmoJet is a 2D physics-based action space game. Master gravity and your ship's thrust controls to navigate hazardous star systems, on your quest to find your missing father. Each star system is procedurally generated at runtime, so no two play-throughs are the same!
Why similar: Space 43.1%, Action 17.3%, Shooter 12.7%, 2D 10.6%, Combat 10.3%
- #41 Star Clash
73% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: ZGame Studio
Windows
Star Clash is a small space shooting game. You will control a planet with one or two satellites. Shoot the enemies in the unlimited universe. Collect items to upgrade your planet and satellites. Get higher score.
Why similar: Space 48.7%, Action 23.2%, Shooter 15.5%, Indie 12.6%
- #42 Galactic Seals Survivors
70% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: Galactic Seals LLC
Windows
Take down the evil carnivorous orcas while you fight your way to their big boss! Galactic Seals Survivors is an arcade game with rogue-like elements and upgrades to give you the power to take on the entire Galactic Orcas empire.
Why similar: Space 42.1%, Combat 17.7%, Action 15.4%, 2D 15.2%, Singleplayer 5.5%
- #43 Last Space Guardian
71% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: Douglas Henrique LucianoPub: DHDevStudio
Windows
Survive 10 enemy stages! Shoot 'Em Up style, spaceship game, in pixel art and 8-bit retro music! Evolve your shot to the maximum level, use the energy bar for upgrades, and special abilities! Advance each stage by defeating Bosses and enemies to collect new skills, transformations and extra lives!
Why similar: Space 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Action 13%, Combat 11.2%, 2D 10.9%
- #44 Captain Kaon
72% matchMixed67% of 30 reviews2017
Dev: Engage Pixel
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Captain Kaon is a retro twin-stick gravity shooter inspired by 1980s classics such as Thrust and Gravitar. Captain Kaon pairs vibrant Amiga-style pixel art with a tight twin-stick control mechanic. Relive this forgotten shmup sub-genre!
Why similar: Space 48.8%, 2D 15%, Action 14.7%, Shooter 13.9%, Indie 7.6%
- #45 Solitarius
70% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Daniel Brendel
Windows
Solitarius is a 2D top-down wave shooter set in a sci-fi space environment. It is a free minigame that contains six different levels, eight different enemies and nine different weapons. Instead of surviving as long as possible you have to make it through each level.
Why similar: Space 45.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Action 12.9%, Combat 7.4%, 2D 6.7%
- #46 Pixel Star
71% matchVery Positive84% of 117 reviews2015
Dev: Soul Forge
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Endless arcade action takes a modern twist, creating a uniquely challenging open space shoot-em-up experience. From brutal bosses to black holes and beyond, countless hazards await discovery. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Space 64.5%, Action 22.7%, Indie 12.8%
- #47 Star Raiders
72% matchNegative18% of 38 reviews2011
Dev: Incinerator StudiosPub: Atari
Windows
Engage in epic dogfights and aerial assaults against the onslaught of the evil Zylons.
Why similar: Space 59.7%, Action 40.3%
- #48 StarRush
68% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: BlueTowelGames
Windows
Survive relentless waves in a neon-soaked space arena. Fast runs, sharp movement, and pure arcade intensity.
Why similar: Space 40.9%, Action 23%, Roguelike 20.1%, 2D 12.6%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #49 Armada Skies
71% matchMixed57% of 23 reviews2018
Dev: Josh Tam UniversePub: OtakuMaker SARL
Windows
Buy weapons and ship upgrades. Fly through the skies, collect powerups and gun down wave after wave of enemies. Today, you own the skies!
Why similar: Space 33.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Action 16.6%, Shooter 10.5%, 2D 9.2%
- #50 Shooty
70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: RiceyCode Studios
Windows
A space arcade shooter with light rogue-like elements.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Space 24.6%, Roguelike 16.3%, Action 15%, 2D 8.3%
- #51 Particle Wars
69% matchVery Positive94% of 52 reviews2019
Dev: HaDe GamesPub: My Way Games
Windows
Particle wars is a super cool and colorful survival shooter with crazy particle effects, tons of weapons and power-ups! Beat the levels with different approaches and get some great highscores at the infinite mode!
Why similar: Space 58.6%, Action 26.8%, Indie 14.5%
- #52 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
68% 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: Space 32%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Shooter 12.2%, Action 10.3%, Top-Down 9.5%
- #53 Asteroids
68% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Play Asteroids
Windows
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Space 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Action 16.9%, Shooter 13.5%, Combat 10.1%
- #54 Metal Savior Black
69% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Gray Mantis
Windows
A fast paced sci-fi shooter with tons of enemies, weapons and secrets to unlock. Will you survive the onslaught?
Why similar: Space 42.7%, Action 28.4%, Shooter 13.6%, Indie 10.6%, Singleplayer 4.7%
- #55 Talon One - Bounty Hunter
67% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Red4
Windows
Fast paced open galaxy shooter. Upgrade your ship, save your team mates and reclaim your position as the leader of the most feared fighter pilots in the galaxy!
Why similar: Combat 27.2%, Action 21.9%, Space 21.3%, 2D 14.3%, Roguelike 13.5%
- #56 Arkin
69% matchMixed55% of 29 reviews2019
Dev: Raven Sword Industries
Windows
Arkin is a first person space combat experience. Take control of the latest in starfighter technology and fight for humanity's survival against the brutal alien onslaught.
Why similar: Space 53.7%, Action 30.4%, Indie 16%
- #57 Shape VS Shapes
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Matthew GrumanPub: Gruman Co
Mac
Shape VS Shapes is a fast-paced arcade game. Blast your way through 50+timed levels or go for a high score in Endless Mode!
Why similar: Space 30.8%, Combat 24.7%, Action 21.9%, 2D 14.5%, Indie 4.2%
- #58 Deep Space Survivor
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Gnome Castle Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Survive massive amount of enemies in space in this top-down action auto-shooter.
Why similar: Space 20.9%, Roguelike 16.3%, Shooter 14.9%, Action 12.5%, 2D 11.3%
- #59 Dark Old Sun
67% matchVery Positive92% of 51 reviews2018
Dev: SN!Somos Nerds
Windows · Mac · Linux
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: Action 32.2%, Space 25.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Shooter 9.6%, 2D 8.4%
- #60 Starshot
66% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: HugeMallard
Windows
Starshot is a difficult space shoot-em-up with rogue-like elements and randomly generated levels. Will you be able to upgrade your ship and pilot it to safety, or be destroyed in your search for stardust inside the automated production facility?
Why similar: Space 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Roguelike 13.9%, Shooter 11.8%, Action 10.9%