- #1 TAILS GEAR HD
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BLUE&WHITE
Windows
A revamped version of "Tales Gear," originally released in 2007, featuring high-resolution support, new systems, and rearranged background music. A full-fledged 2.5D vertical-scrolling shooter characterized by the Tail Pod, an optional weapon that combines offense and defense.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Military 15%, Arcade 10%
- #2 Zero Gunner 2
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
Break Through! The 360-Degree Encirclement! All-Directional Scrolling STG Arrives Four Years Since the Previous Title—Evolved Zero Gunner Stay Tuned!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 11.5%
- #3 IDF-ASD
95% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Initial Node
Windows
Intense one or two player bullet hell a call back to the arcade shooters of the past.Not an easy bullet hell, but once you beat a mission the next mission stays unlocked and you can replay missions already beat to get points and parts for upgrades.
Why similar: Flight 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shooter 9.5%
- #4 Army Air Corps
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Banana Boat Games
Windows
A top‑down arcade shooter with WWII‑inspired aircraft. Fight Solo or 2‑player Co‑op with your friends. Shoot through waves of enemy planes, dodge bullets, and master each Pacific theatre mission. Make it back safe to the carrier!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Military 11.4%, Arcade 10.5%
- #5 Redline Protocol
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cranky Crow Games
Windows
Redline Protocol is a fast modern-retro helicopter combat game built around low-altitude attacks, tactical objectives, wrap-around battlefields, and escalating chaos.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Flight 17%, Vehicular Combat 14%, Shooter 12.3%
- #6 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
93% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: G-MODE
Windows
It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25%, Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 11.5%
- #7 HELI 100
92% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Tree Men Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Isometric bullet hell sci-fi shooter in a futuristic atmosphere
Why similar: Flight 19.6%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Shooter 11.7%
- #8 DRUM'N'BASS MASSACRE
91% matchMixed47% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: illuminatiPub: SA Industry
Windows
DRUM'N'BASS MASSACRE is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you destoy your enemies while performing unimaginable maneuvers using your interstellar interceptor, accompanied by original drum and bass soundtrack
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Flight 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Bullet Hell 19%, Arcade 8.7%
- #9 NewMe NuMe LuMe: Alien Wars
91% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Ho RaBii
Windows
Summoned into the otherworldly realm of 'NewMe NuMe LuMe', the protagonist Kim Ttolttol must aid the gods who summoned her to defeat enemies and return home in this 2D top-down action game. Utilize a variety of weapons to vanquish diverse foes!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Shooter 14.6%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Arcade 12.1%
- #10 東方天流宮 ~ Heavenly Gathering of Clouds
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dream Compass
Windows
A mysterious midsummer downpour has caused Gensokyo's lakes and rivers to spill over. Not only that, but youkai and phantoms inhabiting those bodies of water have become unnaturally ferocious. Venture off on an adventure into the deep skies to find the cause of this classic rain-themed incident.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 14.2%
- #11 Pixel Canyon
89% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: MAXDEMAGE.PL
Windows
Blast through an endless, procedurally generated river canyon in this retro-style arcade shooter. Manage your fuel, graze enemies for energy, and uncover the story of the "Sky Ghosts" squadron. In Pixel Canyon, the river never ends - but your fuel might.
Why similar: Flight 25.7%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 9.7%
- #12 UNDER DEFEAT
89% matchVery Positive95% of 88 reviews2025
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
My steed rides, a celestial iron cavalryman soaring through the heavens. The swirling assault shooting that shakes the battlefield returns once more.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Military 14.3%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 11.8%
- #13 Sky Force Reloaded
88% matchVery Positive93% of 2,723 reviews2017
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 20.9%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Flight 12.6%, Arcade 9.8%
- #14 Rangok Skies
87% matchMostly Positive73% of 40 reviews2021
Dev: Samurai Games
Windows · Mac
War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Shooter 13.8%, Flight 13.5%, Arcade 13.1%
- #15 tz mini stg collection
86% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shooter 14.6%, Arcade 14.4%
- #16 Laser Droplets
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Kikashi Online
Windows · Mac
Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Arcade 15.7%, Action 8.1%
- #17 Beat Taurus
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: UmbrellaSK
Windows
Unleash adrenaline-fueled chaos in this fast-paced top-down space shooter. Master the adaptive sountracks to trigger devastating Overdrive attacks and obliterate your enemies. Forge unique ships with deep module synergies, survive the bullet hell, and conquer the Taurus constellation!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Flight 13.7%, Arcade 8.5%
- #18 Hoodie Survivor and Super Hoodie Bros
84% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: The Voices Games
Windows
Auto shooter score attack survival game where your character moves forward continuously and you control the direction of travel by rotating left and right
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 13.8%
- #19 The Art Of Flight
84% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Et Al GamesPub: Page To Pixel Publishing LLC
Windows
Play solo or with your friends in this fast-paced space shooter. Pilot multiple ships at the same time while taking on waves of enemies, finding power-ups, and gaining additional episodes along the way. Who will make it to the top of the leaderboard?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Arcade 10.8%, Local Co-Op 9.8%
- #20 Eden's Eclipse
82% matchPositive97% of 33 reviews2026
Dev: xxGameRoom
Windows
The third installment in the Eden series A 2D bullet-hell vertical-scrolling shump with a feel reminiscent of arcade games from the 1990s to the 2000s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 13.4%
- #21 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
Rock 'N Roll G.E.O.S. Wars is a completely new dimension of the original Rock 'N Roll game. In this game, players can work together to vanquish the space rocks that threaten Earth... or they can choose to face each other in a wide variety of duel modes!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 11.5%
- #22 1x! Space Adventure
83% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: Lunar Madcap
Windows
1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shooter 15%, Arcade 14.8%
- #23 東方菈菈队
81% matchVery Positive96% of 56 reviews2023
Dev: SlimeSmilePub: 雾雨威Channel
Windows
一款东方同人STG射击游戏,魔女罗菈Rola穿越到幻想乡发动圣诞节异变,博丽灵梦发现后大战罗菈Rola!开始紧张刺激的弹幕游戏吧!
Why similar: Flight 29.3%, Bullet Hell 27.1%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 12.1%, Female Protagonist 8.5%
- #24 GunBird
81% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
The second installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooters, following the 1993 Best Shooting Game award winner “Sengoku Ace”.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 12.7%
- #25 Finish The Dishes!
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fractbit
Windows
Finish The Dishes! is a fast-paced arcade shooter set on a chaotic kitchen countertop. Blast pests, exploit their weaknesses, upgrade your arsenal, and chase perfect five-star runs.
Why similar: Flight 18.1%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Shooter 11.6%
- #26 Dental Strike
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Joycat Games
Windows
A throwback to retro shoot'em up games typical of the 80s, where you play as a tooth fairy fighting against rotten teeth and bacteria using different abilities and special shots.
Why similar: Flight 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 17%, Shooter 9.4%
- #27 Proto Trigger
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Busted Atlas
Windows
An arcade shoot'em up with unique power-infusion gameplay. Face down an unknown army alone or with a friend in online or local co-op. Navigate the cosmos to save the remants of humanity, or join them in extinction!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Local Co-Op 10.2%, Shooter 8.8%
- #28 Asteroidia
77% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Duk Studios
Windows
A simple and fun space shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 8.2%
- #29 Dininho Space Adventure
79% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: Dininho
Windows
Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shooter 15%, Arcade 14.4%
- #30 Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX
77% matchMixed69% of 32 reviews2023
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Soar sky-high in Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX, an electrifying entry in the classic arcade shoot-‘em-up series! Customize your music, wallpapers, game mode, and more before launching into high-octane aerial action!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Flight 15.4%, Arcade 11%
- #31 Riders 2491
78% matchMixed55% of 22 reviews2020
Dev: GoeX Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Riders 2491 is an action shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades with modern visuals.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shooter 12.8%, Flight 12.7%, Arcade 12.6%
- #32 Astro Fighters
75% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
A score-driven vertical STG built around aggressive grazing, medal chaining, and risk-reward survival mechanics. Dodge impossible bullet patterns, manipulate time itself, and push for the ultimate 1CC.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 10.5%
- #33 Space way: Echo of the Galaxy
75% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: My general
Windows
In this retro space shooter you will have the opportunity to take control of a space fighter and crush waves of enemies. Show all your agility and reaction!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Flight 25%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 9.8%
- #34 Warding Witches
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SonorodePub: Headup
Windows · Linux
Warding Witches offers a classic, unapologetic bullet hell shoot ‘em up challenge while also putting defense into players’ hands. Experience an adrenaline-filled flow alternating between attacking, defending and dodging, amplified by an intuitive scoring system that weaves into gameplay seamlessly.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Bullet Hell 27.4%, Arcade 13.8%, Local Co-Op 6.6%, Shooter 6.2%
- #35 Invaliens
76% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Galactic Droids Ltd
Windows
Retro arcade classic, Defeat a million invaders from another dimension in this side scrolling shoot'em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Flight 16.6%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 10%
- #36 Muchi Muchi Pork! & PinkSweets Boosted
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Hardcore yet cute Danmaku shooting makes a grand comeback!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 13.4%
- #37 4D:XD
74% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Ryan Brammen
Windows
4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 10.3%
- #38 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
73% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 8.3%
- #39 Raiden IV x MIKADO remix
73% matchMixed69% of 26 reviews2023
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Buckle up and blast off with Raiden IV x MIKADO remix! This classic arcade shoot ‘em up comes fully equipped with new music, battle modes, vertical screen play, and more!
Why similar: Flight 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 17%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Shooter 11.5%
- #40 Sleigh Strikers
73% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: Fly Pig Games
Windows
Santa's going high-tech with the Present Launcher 1225! Join the jolly ride, rescue reindeer, and blast presents down chimneys in this holly, jolly, fast paced shoot 'em up. Make every shot count and save Christmas in a dash!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Flight 24.4%, Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 7.9%
- #41 Kaguya
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Flypot LLC
Windows
Not a regular shmup player? No worries! This is a super chill, low-difficulty, fully voiced bullet hell shooter just for you! Wipe out the AI machine armada attacking from all directions!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shooter 12.6%, Female Protagonist 8.7%
- #42 Strix STG
72% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Strix STG Dev
Windows
"Strix STG" is a "Communication-Synchronized Bullet-Hell Casual Vertical-Scrolling Shooting-Game". Let's aim to capture all 5 stages. The best feature of this game is the ability to play two-player co-op online. A simple chat using two types of fixed phrases is prepared for role sharing.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shooter 15.5%, Military 14.7%, Arcade 9.2%
- #43 Strelitzia
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sorgintza
Windows · Linux
An arcade style bullet-hell shoot 'em up where you'll have to dodge thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Bullet Hell 23.3%, Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Arcade 14.7%, Action 7%
- #44 Strikers 1945 2
70% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
The Saikyo-style system, trusted by players from casual gamers to hardcore enthusiasts, now features a new three-stage charge shot enhancement system, significantly boosting strategic depth. If you haven't played it yet, we urge you to give it a try.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 13.2%
- #45 Extinction Core-2005
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bot and LifePub: RedQueen LLC
Windows
A top-down atompunk bullet-hell where you pilot the aircraft to fight, override, and weaponize Kaiju born from the depths of the Earth.
Why similar: Flight 18.1%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Shooter 12.2%, Military 11.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%
- #46 Raiden Legacy - Steam Edition
71% matchMixed56% of 360 reviews2015
Dev: Dotemu
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 34%
Originally created by Seibu Kaihatsu, Raiden series comes back with a four-title compilation of these classic scrolling arcade shooter games we enjoyed being challenged with back in the days.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Arcade 15.6%, Shooter 12.3%, Flight 10.9%, Bullet Hell 9.8%
- #47 Sky Force Anniversary
70% matchVery Positive92% of 2,157 reviews2015
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 31.5%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.7%, Arcade 9.9%, Local Co-Op 7.2%
- #48 Super Space Club
69% matchVery Positive82% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: GrahamOfLegend
Windows
Super Space Club is a lo-fi arcade space shooter to chill to. Defend a vibrant galaxy as a club of misfit heroes and battle endless waves of spacecrafts to the tune of atmospheric beats. Outlast your enemies and vibe to the rhythm of the stars.
Why similar: Flight 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Vehicular Combat 12.8%
- #49 Orchid Glitter
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Arcade 8.1%, Shooter 7.8%
- #50 Raiden V: Director's Cut | 雷電 V Director's Cut | 雷電V:導演剪輯版
70% matchMixed56% of 533 reviews2017
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 42%
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 37.2%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 15.2%, Action 8.8%
- #51 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
68% matchPositive94% of 35 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
This is a high-difficulty bullet hell shooting game and a sequel to "Bullet Hell Monday." It offers an exciting experience for players who demand advanced skills and precise strategies. As a common system, six types of special weapons are equipped, expanding the player's tactical range.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 9.1%
- #52 QP Shooting - Dangerous!!
68% matchVery Positive93% of 518 reviews2014
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
QP Shooting - Dangerous!! is a bullet hell type shoot’em’up starring the pudding-loving dog girl QP seen in 100% Orange Juice. Nothing can stand between QP and her pudding - not even difficulty options to reduce the experienced gamer to tears!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Flight 17.6%, Arcade 10.7%, Shooter 9.5%
- #53 Stolen Skies
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ToastyNerdzStudios
Windows
Stolen Skies is a top-down scrolling shooter. Fly various fighter jets against hordes of enemies, navigate clouds of bullets, complete objectives, and face off against massive bosses and enemy ace pilots! With several weapon types across 18 original aircraft, there's something for every playstyle!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Flight 14.7%, Shooter 11.2%
- #54 METEOR COMMANDER
68% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Propulsion Studios
Windows
Retro-inspired arcade-style shooter. Save humanity from incoming waves of flaming hot meteors, alien ships hell-bent on destroying humanity, and the strangeness of space by shooting, blasting and nuking incoming waves of meteors and enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Flight 17.5%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 11.7%
- #55 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
69% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: PopTea Games
Windows
CRAZY APPLIANCES is a fast paced top-down shooter game! The elect robots are insane, heroes! Fight your way by using various weapons and powerful items to defeat them in different dangerous situation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 11.6%
- #56 Karous
64% matchPositive93% of 30 reviews2026
Dev: RS34
Windows
Slash, shoot, guard, grow! Karous, a Dreamcast shoot 'em up originally released back in 2007, is now soaring onto PC. Play as Karous, a girl who lost her parents in a great war with humans. Driven by her father's dying words, she descends to Earth in search of the Sanguis Dei.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Bullet Hell 28%, Shooter 17.4%, Arcade 15%, Action 5.5%
- #57 Shikhondo(食魂徒) - Soul Eater
67% matchVery Positive83% of 217 reviews2017
Dev: DeerFarm
Windows
Select one of the Grim Reaper or girl. Find escaped yokai from limbo, extricate soul that they absorbed. You must reseal them after
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Bullet Hell 29.6%, Shooter 9.9%, Action 7.9%, Casual 6.7%
- #58 Ace Pilot Europe
67% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Hubert cachatPub: HC
Windows
Arcade style World War 2 aircraft game. Control multiple fighters in dogfights. Fly bombing run with B25 and B17. Hunt submarines with a B24. Drop paratroopers in a C47. Attack trains. 10 different missions over Europe. This is my second indie game and it's a lot of fun.
Why similar: Flight 17.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Bullet Hell 17%, Military 14%, Arcade 10.4%
- #59 AERA Flying Heroes
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GLHF Studio
Windows
An adventure for all those who dream of conquering the skies. Choose your pilot, upgrade your ship, and make battles against waves of enemies and colossal bosses. Collect stars, unlock new missions and write your legend.
Why similar: Flight 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Shooter 9.9%