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Games Like RocketShip Go Up

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

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Navigate treacherous caverns in RocketShip Go Up, a physics-based 3D game. Master your thrusters to deliver packages, dodge beams, turrets, and falling debris—or speedrun for the fastest flight. Precision is your lifeline.

Reviews: 1 user reviews — 100% — of 1 reviews
Released: 2025-11-13
Developer: Crazy Retro Games
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    96% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
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    95% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
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    94% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
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    Windows

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    94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
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    Windows
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    91% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    90% matchNo user reviews
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    89% matchPositive83% of 29 reviews2020
    Dev: Headcannon
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    89% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    Windows

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    86% matchNo user reviews
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    86% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    Windows

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    79% matchNo user reviews
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    Windows

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    Dev: Studio Evil
    Windows

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    Windows

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    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    Windows

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    Windows

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    Windows

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    Dev: Blumsoft
    Windows

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  37. #37 ROB
    74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: BoomerGames
    Windows

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    73% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: DVPub: David Vecchione
    Windows

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    71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: Bohdan Bortakov
    Windows · Linux

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    73% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
    Dev: Studio Evil
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

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    72% matchPositive98% of 46 reviews2022
    Dev: Pixelvex LLC
    Windows

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    74% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: Scientist Software
    Windows

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    Why similar: Side Scroller 25.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Old School 21.4%, Arcade 15.6%, Sci-fi 6.3%

  43. #43 The King's Feast
    72% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
    Dev: Lantern Light Studios
    Windows

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    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: 2Dream CoporationPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

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    Why similar: Flight 35.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Arcade 10.5%, Old School 7.8%, 3D 6.6%

  45. #45 Promethium
    73% matchMixed67% of 24 reviews2017
    Dev: Xiotex Studios LtdPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

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    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Alfajor Game Studio
    Windows

    A new dimension on the classic shmup genre, take to the skies as a rookie pilot thrown into the deep end. Prove yourself in skies as you battle devious enemies and work become a hero pilot in Iron Flight Air Force.

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  47. #47 Orbis Fractura
    69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Viperfish Games
    Windows

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  48. #48 INSPACE 2980
    71% matchMixed50% of 14 reviews2018
    Dev: R_Games
    Windows · Mac

    INSPACE 2980 is a stylish and dynamic SHMUP from the 16-bit era of games consoles and arcade machines. Take part in an exciting adventure and save the galaxy! Once again!

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    68% matchVery Positive88% of 75 reviews2023
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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 29.2%, Side Scroller 24.1%, Arcade 15.3%, Old School 12.2%, Sci-fi 10%

  50. #50 Squirrel Launcher
    68% matchVery Positive92% of 246 reviews2023
    Dev: Aiden Bradley
    Windows

    Launch squirrels into the atmosphere and explore the clouds. Dodge and shoot down obstacles – upgrade your vehicle to make it further and further until you get to the moon!

    Why similar: Flight 45.1%, Side Scroller 24.2%, Arcade 15.4%, Physics 6.8%, Action 4.9%

  51. #51 Reign of Bullets
    70% matchVery Positive81% of 100 reviews2015
    Dev: Critical Bit
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Reign of Bullets is a shoot ‘em up with epic loot and lots of guns. Upgrade your ship and customize your weapons to build the ultimate fighter plane.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.7%, Side Scroller 28.9%, Action 13.6%, Indie 6.8%

  52. #52 Princess Maira: Initiation
    69% matchMostly Positive71% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Termeno, s.r.o.
    Windows

    First instalment in the series of 2D action side-scrollers, taking place in very distant galaxy and not so distant future. Gameplay main hallmarks are fast-paced laser guns shootouts, punch 'n' kick combats, managing obby-like obstacles, using wits in overcoming deadly traps and witty dialogues.

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  53. #53 Neoteria
    67% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: OrangepixelPub: HandyGames
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A classic shoot-em up where you avoid waves and waves of enemies coming and shooting at you. This is NOT a Bullet hell shooter.

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  54. #54 Asterrunner
    70% matchNo user reviews2020
    Dev: Andrii Kozhevin
    Windows

    Travel through dangerous asteroid field, avoid obstacles and collect loot.

    Why similar: Flight 35.5%, Arcade 21.2%, Action 15.6%, Sci-fi 14.5%, 3D 8.5%

  55. #55 LASERPITIUM
    68% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: THE REETEAM
    Windows

    Free the galaxy by destroying the EVA program and its artificial planet HELOS. In this 2D shoot'em up, take control of one of the three ships of your choice and go to the different planets to eliminate each threat. 1 or 2 Player coop.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Side Scroller 23.4%, Arcade 17.9%, Action 12.3%, Sci-fi 9.8%

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    67% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
    Dev: Epyx, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    In this classic side-scrolling shoot-em-up, originally published in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a starship pilot trapped in a web of 51 interconnected hostile universes by the evil spider Zendocon.

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    69% matchMostly Negative23% of 105 reviews2014
    Dev: Artnumeris
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 17%

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  58. #58 Space Warpster
    66% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AMAMiZU games
    Windows · Linux

    A fast-paced retro arcade shooter inspired by classic 1980s side-scrolling space combat. Weave through organic obstacles, survive relentless enemy waves, and defeat powerful end-level bosses in a pure, skill-driven singleplayer experience.

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  59. #59 Cosmic Cat
    64% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: theSoulGrinder
    Windows

    Unlock 127 Cosmic Cats in 120 vibrant 3D side‑scrolling levels, outsmart enemies & wield a variety of weapons & abilities. Explore to uncover hidden collectible cards, take it easy or race the clock. Earn stars that unlock cats, 4 arcade minigames, 1 wave survival mode + bonus 60 level campaign!

    Why similar: Flight 30.3%, Side Scroller 25.7%, Arcade 18.1%, Action 11.7%, 3D 6.1%

  60. #60 Rocketeer
    67% matchNo user reviews2022
    Dev: Tamas Fofai
    Windows

    This is a small arcade game in which you are a skilled pilot and you have to complete all levels. Use your arrows to move around, and avoid collisions. Shoot the destroyable meteorites for extra points! Every level has its own high score, try to beat it!

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