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Games Like Redux: Dark Matters

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Indie, Bullet Hell.

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Redux: Dark Matters is a fast-paced space shooting game with fresh scoring elements - a bastard-hard shooter and definitely a must have for every shmup fan!

Reviews: Mixed — 55% — of 38 reviews
Released: 2014-12-12
Developer: KTX Software
Publisher: Signo & Arte
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 24 min
Mean playtime: 5.8 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 30%

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    97% matchVery Positive85% of 160 reviews2014
    Dev: SITER SKAINPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 28%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 57%, Action 25.8%, Indie 17.2%

  2. #2 KAMUI
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 215 reviews2014
    Dev: SITER SKAINPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 31%

    Centuries have passed since the events of RefleX and mankind has once again attained civilization. Now, ancient technology born of a twisted mind sets in motion a chain of events designed to bring divine retribution down upon mankind.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 59.6%, Action 23.6%, Indie 16.7%

  3. #3 C-RUSH
    96% matchMostly Negative23% of 105 reviews2014
    Dev: Artnumeris
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 17%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 65%, Action 19.4%, Indie 15.6%

  4. #4 Zenodyne R
    95% matchVery Positive83% of 70 reviews2016
    Dev: Team Grybanser Fox
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 26%

    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 46.9%, Action 32.1%, Indie 20.9%

  5. #5 Fire Arrow Plus
    94% matchVery Positive89% of 54 reviews2017
    Dev: Team Grybanser Fox
    Windows

    Fire Arrow and Fire Arrow X are time attack style shooters with a heavy emphasis on scoring. Otherwisely, you can call them coffee break shmups.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.3%, Action 32.3%, Indie 20.3%

  6. #6 Mecha Ritz: Steel Rondo
    93% matchVery Positive99% of 137 reviews2016
    Dev: HEYPub: Hanaji Games
    Windows · Linux

    Mecha Ritz: Steel Rondo is a vertical scrolling arcade shoot 'em up following the journey of a lone Mecha through the desolate retro stylized world and the onslaught of enemy waves to reach Veloce, the young genius responsible for the extinction of humankind.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.8%, Action 30.8%, Indie 22.5%

  7. #7 Humans Must Answer
    94% matchMixed62% of 63 reviews2014
    Dev: Sumom Games
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 25%

    Dodge, shoot and explode across the Solar System as a crew of intelligent and dangerous chickens. As the pilot of The Golden Eagle, it's your duty to keep Colonel Ram and Professor Bez safe as they squabble about ethics and who last used the toilet. Wage war against humanity as you battle your way towards the Sun to complete your mission.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.5%, Action 28.9%, Indie 22.6%

  8. #8 Battle Crust
    92% matchPositive89% of 36 reviews2016
    Dev: Picorinne Soft
    Windows

    "Battle Crust" is a 80's-90's arcade-style shooter. You make full use of "Charge shot" that is available by obtaining the item, And let's Complete all of the 6 stage!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.5%, Action 29.7%, Indie 19.8%

  9. #9 Zenohell
    91% matchMostly Positive71% of 85 reviews2015
    Dev: Team Grybanser Fox
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 30%

    Zenohell is a 90s inspired shoot-em'up (shmup) that is all about simple gameplay, just dodge, shoot, score, with vibrant pixel visuals and a kicking 28 track soundtrack, with lots of content to boot.

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  10. #10 Hangeki
    91% matchPositive88% of 40 reviews2014
    Dev: Pentavera
    Windows

    Hangeki is an arcade style shooter that emphasizes the use of over 50 spectacular weapons. Formulate new strategies and take on the alien invasion in this reimagining of the classic shoot em up.

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  11. #11 JUDGEMENT SILVERSWORD - Resurrection -
    90% matchVery Positive96% of 93 reviews2015
    Dev: QutePub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    Two classic Wonderswan games, now on PC! Battle the mysterious Judges in Judgement Silversword. Cardinal Sins is a score trial marathon, based on the theme of the Seven Deadly Sins. Will you face Judgement?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 55.6%, Action 44.4%

  12. #12 Z-Exemplar
    89% matchVery Positive89% of 55 reviews2016
    Dev: Suminell Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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...

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  13. #13 Infinos Gaiden
    89% matchVery Positive99% of 82 reviews2018
    Dev: Picorinne Soft
    Windows

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  14. #14 Q-YO Blaster
    87% matchVery Positive91% of 195 reviews2018
    Dev: TEAM Black Hat Robot
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 28%

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    88% matchMostly Positive71% of 31 reviews2015
    Dev: Tchagata Games
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 1.8 hrs≥1hr: 20%

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  16. #16 cloudphobia
    86% matchMostly Positive78% of 27 reviews2016
    Dev: MarsboundPub: Rockin' Android
    Windows

    In this pulse-pounding arcade style shoot 'em up, players control giant armored robots, loaded with hi-tech weaponry. Chose from two types of mechs: the PLG-90, armed with a high-tech laser rifle or the NúllPunktur with the Vibroblade!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.4%, Action 34.9%, Indie 22.7%

  17. #17 DELTAZEAL
    86% matchMostly Positive77% of 78 reviews2015
    Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%

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    Why similar: Action 50.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 49.9%

  18. #18 TRIZEAL Remix
    84% matchPositive81% of 37 reviews2016
    Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
    Windows

    Transform or die. TRIZEAL Remix has classic shoot-’em-up style with a refined depth just below the surface. Strategically transform your ship to switch between and upgrade three distinct weapons: a wide shot, a narrow laser, and guided missiles. Shoot with intelligence!

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  19. #19 Astro Tripper
    85% matchMixed57% of 68 reviews2011
    Dev: PomPomPub: Pom Pom Games
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 20%

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  20. #20 XIIZEAL
    83% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015
    Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 60.3%, Action 39.7%

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    84% matchMixed50% of 115 reviews2014
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    Windows
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    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.

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    78% matchVery Positive89% of 120 reviews2020
    Dev: Team Grybanser Fox
    Windows

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  25. #25 Major Stryker
    82% matchMostly Positive78% of 59 reviews2014
    Dev: Apogee Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 6 minMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 23%

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  26. #26 EXZEAL
    81% matchMostly Positive72% of 25 reviews2016
    Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
    Windows

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    Why similar: Action 53%, Shoot 'Em Up 47%

  27. #27 Psyvariar Delta
    79% matchVery Positive89% of 57 reviews2019
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

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    Why similar: Action 59.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 40.8%

  28. #28 Ghost Blade HD
    79% matchVery Positive87% of 55 reviews2017
    Dev: Hucast GamesPub: 2Dream
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  29. #29 Don'Yoku
    80% matchMixed53% of 36 reviews2015
    Dev: Dark-Spot Studio
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 96%

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  30. #30 RefRain - prism memories -
    77% matchVery Positive98% of 135 reviews2016
    Dev: RebRankPub: KOMODO
    Windows
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  31. #31 Crush
    77% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2017
    Dev: VIS-GamesPub: SilentFuture
    Windows

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    78% matchPositive83% of 42 reviews2011
    Dev: Brightside GamesPub: Ubisoft
    Windows
    Median: 30 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 26%

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  33. #33 Diadra Empty
    76% matchMostly Positive77% of 90 reviews2015
    Dev: Frozen OrbPub: Rockin' Android
    Windows
    Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 97%

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  34. #34 Startide
    74% matchMixed63% of 24 reviews2017
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    Windows · Mac

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  35. #35 Raptor: Call of the Shadows (1994 Classic Edition)
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 231 reviews2014
    Dev: Cygnus StudiosPub: Apogee Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 12 minMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 25%

    Become a mercenary of the future and pilot the super-tech Raptor. Embark on interplanetary missions to knock off top competitors of MegaCorp, battle against hordes of relentless enemies and spend the bounty to expand your devastating arsenal, which can be upgraded with 14 hardcore weapons!

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    75% matchMostly Positive70% of 170 reviews2011
    Dev: MediatonicPub: Kalypso Media Digital
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 34%

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  37. #37 Jet Buster
    71% matchVery Positive92% of 59 reviews2017
    Dev: Team Grybanser Fox
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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  38. #38 Stargunner
    73% matchVery Positive81% of 148 reviews2014
    Dev: Apogee Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 18 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 32%

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  39. #39 Space Pirate Amai
    72% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2018
    Dev: Rockets and Cats
    Windows

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.4%, Action 29%, Indie 20.5%

  40. #40 Aces of the Luftwaffe
    73% matchMixed63% of 161 reviews2015
    Dev: HandyGames
    Windows
    Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 49%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 61.2%, Action 38.8%

  41. #41 Velocity®Ultra
    72% matchMostly Positive75% of 273 reviews2013
    Dev: Curve StudiosPub: Curve Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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    61% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.7%, Action 32.6%, Indie 22.8%

  43. #43 LIGHT
    71% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2018
    Dev: Indie Light
    Windows

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    61% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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  45. #45 Razor2: Hidden Skies
    75% matchMostly Negative26% of 237 reviews2010
    Dev: Invent4 EntertainmentPub: Strategy First
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 24%

    Razor2: Hidden Skies Razor2: Hidden Skies is a top view shooter. The game has the style of successful classic arcade games, while using the latest technology to create great visuals and effects. An old-school game with all new technology.

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  46. #46 Drive to Hell
    71% matchMostly Positive77% of 73 reviews2015
    Dev: Ghost Crab Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 67%

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  47. #47 Endless Wave
    70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: Snowdrop Lab
    Windows

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  48. #48 SHOOTING CHICKEN BRUTAL SUCKERS
    67% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: KoheiGallery
    Windows

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  49. #49 Valiant Gears
    59% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Gaze Interactive
    Windows

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    Why similar: Action 46.1%, Indie 32.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%

  50. #50 Roche Fusion
    69% matchVery Positive94% of 96 reviews2015
    Dev: amulware
    Windows
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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  51. #51 A Shooty Bit
    69% matchMixed69% of 35 reviews2017
    Dev: FROGPub: Gameland Studios
    Windows
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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  52. #52 Lucid Aether
    58% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: FAL Works
    Windows · Mac

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    66% matchVery Positive91% of 164 reviews2018
    Dev: Pixeljam
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 36 minMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%

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  54. #54 Risk System
    66% matchPositive95% of 39 reviews2019
    Dev: Newt Industries, LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  55. #55 Iridescence
    68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2018
    Dev: Polarity Bear
    Windows

    Iridescence is a Shoot 'Em Up with a color-changing mechanic, where you dodge and absorb many different colored bullets. It features a painted watercolor theme & features an inventive chaining system. Play through 5 main levels and 30 varied challenge levels!

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  56. #56 The Blue Flamingo
    70% matchMixed45% of 635 reviews2014
    Dev: Might and Delight
    Windows
    Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 77%

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  57. #57 Solar Shifter EX
    70% matchMixed47% of 114 reviews2015
    Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 97%

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