Games Like ROGUE FLIGHT

A smooth roguelite shooter from the creators of RACE THE SUN, featuring a voiced cast of feline pilots in a dramatic showdown against corporate-powered robots called The Swarm. Features a 3-act campaign with branching paths, epic bosses, and a wide arsenal of pilots, ships, and weapons.

Why similar: Flight 38.9%, On-Rails Shooter 24.9% ★, Roguelite 14.6%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This roguelite on-rails shooter mirrors the fast-paced, procedural arcade flight combat found in ROGUE FLIGHT.

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: Flight 54.5%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 12.4%, Action 8.5%, Anime 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: A high-speed, anime-inspired aerial combat game that emphasizes precision maneuvering and intense boss battles.

A fast-paced low-poly 3D rail shooter heavily inspired by classics of the early 90's. Join protagonist Kyuu as she fights to free the worlds of the Sanzaru Star System, overrun by the intergalactic terrorist organization known as Zodiac.

Why similar: Flight 37.4%, On-Rails Shooter 28.4% ★, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 11.1%, Action 4.4%

Why You'll Like It: Captures the classic on-rails arcade shooter aesthetic with a modern, fast-paced approach to vehicular combat.

Sky Rogue is a fwooshy rogue-lite action flight simulator! Blow things up over land, sea, and air, on an infinite number of procedurally-generated islands. Go toe-to-toe with enemy aces or assault giant flying aircraft carriers, but watch out for volleys of missiles; when you die, you're dead.

Why similar: Flight 53.5%, Vehicular Combat 19%, Roguelite 11.8%, Arcade 7.4%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: Features procedural mission generation and arcade-style flight mechanics that perfectly complement the roguelite structure.

Take flight with Air Twister - the new all-out rail shooter by legendary arcade developer Yu Suzuki! Similar to Suzuki’s massively successful Space Harrier series, you will encounter a large array of diverse and creatively designed enemies and challenging bosses.

Why similar: Flight 36.5%, On-Rails Shooter 23.9% ★, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 9.2%, Cinematic 7%

Why You'll Like It: An on-rails arcade shooter that delivers a surreal, high-energy experience with a focus on cinematic boss encounters.

Project Wingman is a flight action game that lets you take the seat of advanced fighter jets and become a true ace. Fight in various missions and gamemodes ranging from intense aerial dogfights to large scale ground assault in an alternate scorched earth setting.

Why similar: Flight 74.9%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 7.4%, Action 6.2%, Indie 1.4%

Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-intensity, arcade-focused flight combat experience that captures the thrill of modern aerial warfare.

Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void.

Why similar: Roguelite 31.6%, Shooter 25.8%, Arcade 21.2%, Action 9.3%, Colorful 8.3%

Why You'll Like It: A deep roguelite space shooter that allows for extensive ship customization and fast-paced, arcade-style combat.

The FUR Squadron faces a mysterious threat during what appears at first to be routine virtual reality training.

Why similar: Flight 34.9%, On-Rails Shooter 23.2% ★, Vehicular Combat 17.1%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 9%

Why You'll Like It: A space combat game that leans heavily into the 90s arcade flight shooter style with a colorful, stylized aesthetic.

EVERSPACE™ combines fast-paced combat with roguelike elements, great visuals and a captivating story. It takes you on a challenging journey through an ever-changing, beautifully crafted universe full of surprises. Shoot, craft and loot your way to victory while the odds are stacked against you.

Why similar: Flight 44%, Roguelite 20.6%, Action 13.6%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: Combines roguelite progression with high-stakes space dogfighting and beautiful, colorful environments.

The Director's Cut of Strike Suit Zero delivers the ultimate version with a graphical overhaul, restructured campaign and all its DLC. Pilot the mecha Strike Suit across massive fleet battles where your dogfighting skills will decide Earth's fate.

Why similar: Flight 62.3%, Action 21%, Shooter 12.8%, Indie 3.4%, Singleplayer 0.5%

Why You'll Like It: Offers an anime-inspired space combat experience with the unique ability to transform your ship for tactical advantage.

Brand New features!! The Void DLC offers endless gameplay, Online Leaderboards, and a Daily Challenge that allows players to compete worldwide for the top score. Anime inspired 2D space combat simulation at its best! GALAK-Z is a modern, A.I.

Why similar: Roguelite 35.8%, Arcade 30%, Action 17.8%, Anime 11.6%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelite space shooter that emphasizes physics-based combat and arcade-style maneuvering in tight corridors.

Hyperspace Dogfights is a juicy jet-combat roguelite in which you blast, dodge and slice your way through masses of technologically inferior baddies. Your jet evolves differently on each run and becomes stronger and weirder by gathering some of the 300+ available items.

Why similar: Flight 37.2%, Roguelite 25.5%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 11.2%, Colorful 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, roguelite space combat game that focuses on fast movement and intense projectile-based action.

Take control of Nara on a quest to destroy the dark cult that created her. Unlock devastating weapons & mind-bending abilities in an evolution of the space-combat shooter. Along with Forsaken, her sentient starfighter, explore ancient temples, engage in zero-g combat & venture beyond waking reality.

Why similar: Flight 42.4%, Action 22.7%, Shooter 17.5%, Adventure 8%, Indie 5%

Why You'll Like It: Features fluid, high-speed space combat with a strong narrative focus and cinematic flair.

Become an ace pilot and soar through photorealistic skies with full 360 degree movement; down enemy aircraft and experience the thrill of engaging in realistic sorties! Aerial combat has never looked or felt better!

Why similar: Flight 69.9%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 8.3%, Cinematic 7.9%, Action 3.4%

Why You'll Like It: The gold standard for arcade-style flight combat, offering cinematic missions and intense dogfights.

Airheart is a dieselpunk airplane action rogue like game, where every colorful level is built on top of the previous one, all the way up to the stratosphere. Welcome to Granaria, a flying city in the clouds. Meet Amelia - a young pilot and fisherwoman wishing to reach the abundant world's edge.

Why similar: Flight 45.9%, Roguelite 20.5%, Shooter 14%, Action 10.5%, Colorful 5.8%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelite aerial combat game with a distinct art style and a focus on scavenging and upgrading your aircraft.

A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.

Why similar: Arcade 24.7%, Shooter 23.5%, Anime 20.1%, 1990's 14.4%, Action 12.3%

Why You'll Like It: An intense bullet-hell shooter that rewards aggressive play and features a distinct anime visual style.

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

Why similar: Arcade 39.4%, Action 25.8%, Shooter 25.2%, Indie 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A masterfully crafted shoot-em-up that evolves its gameplay and narrative as you progress through the arcade stages.

This is an arcade horizontal shoot'em up, that combines solid arcade controls with modern elements like bullet hell phases, tiny hitboxes, different types of gameplay and scoring, collectibles, trophies and many other features, which makes Wings Of Bluestar a fun shmup for both casuals and regulars.

Why similar: Shooter 22.1%, Arcade 18.6%, Anime 16.3%, Multiple Endings 14%, 1990's 11.1%

Why You'll Like It: A story-rich shoot-em-up that captures the classic anime aesthetic and challenging arcade gameplay.

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: Arcade 37.9%, Anime 24.9%, Action 18.3%, Shooter 12.2%, Indie 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, high-energy bullet-hell shooter that emphasizes arcade precision and intense combat.

YUKI is a new upbeat mix of bullet-hell and roguelike game in VR! Enter a kid’s wild imagination and fly through an anime universe controlling Yuki’s action figure.Endless Mode: Beat your Friends on Global Leaderboards for each Bladewing and intensity level!

Why similar: Roguelite 28.2%, Arcade 23.3%, Shooter 18.6%, Anime 9.6%, Action 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A VR-based arcade shooter that incorporates roguelite elements and fast-paced, rhythmic combat.

Redout: Space Assault is arcade space battle, coupling the trademark Redout adrenaline with the thrill of combat. Outsmart, outmaneuver, overpower, outclass your opponents in lightning-fast, adrenaline-inducing single-player space combat.

Why similar: Shooter 34.5%, Arcade 29%, Action 14.7%, Colorful 10.8%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Delivers a pure, high-speed arcade space shooter experience with a focus on constant movement and combat.

Embark on an action-packed adventure with "EON Fighter," a thrilling spaceship shooter game with roguelite elements. Pilot your fighter through space, collect resources, and battle your way to victory. Strive to become the last survivor in the universe!

Why similar: Shooter 48.8%, Arcade 38.3%, Action 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelite space shooter that emphasizes loot and combat variety within a fast-paced arcade framework.

「Maybe one day, I won't have to fight when I fly.」

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 33.4% ★, Flight 18.9%, Shooter 14.8%, Anime 13%, Arcade 9.8%

Sine Mora EX is a side-scrolling shoot'em up that provides a unique challenge, where time is the ultimate factor. Mixing classic shooter sensibilities with contemporary presentation, Sine Mora EX is a gorgeous shoot'em up offering both a Story Mode that weaves an excessive tale and an Arcade Mode.

Why similar: Shooter 47.8%, Arcade 39.2%, Action 12.9%

Why You'll Like It: A unique shoot-em-up with a strong anime aesthetic and time-manipulation mechanics that add depth to the arcade gameplay.

Lead a group of interstellar pilots dedicated to free the Atlas Star System from Grax and the Forgotten Legion. Start your adventure with the full original Starlink: Battle for Atlas™ Initiative team. Included : * Starlink Game * 4 Starships : Zenith, Neptune, Pulse, Lance * 6 Pilots : Mason, Judge, Chase, Hunter, Levi, Razor * 12...

Why similar: Action 74.2%, Adventure 25.8%

Why You'll Like It: Offers a vibrant, arcade-style space combat experience with colorful visuals and fluid flight mechanics.

Wild Blue Skies reimagines the classic on-rails adventures of the '90s. Join Bowie Stray and the Blue Bombers as they soar through breathtaking skies on a mission to save the world, battling Grimclaw's forces in this action-packed arcade shooter built for newcomers and genre veterans alike!

Why similar: Flight 33.3%, On-Rails Shooter 22.2% ★, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 8.9%, 1990's 4.6%

Out of cash, out of luck, out on the fringe. Juno Markev has a killer to tail, a debt to pay, and more trouble headed her way. Rebel Galaxy Outlaw takes place in a greasy, blue-collar world of outlaws, truckers, cops and thieves.

Why similar: Flight 64.8%, Action 20.2%, Adventure 8.2%, Combat 6.2%, Singleplayer 0.6%

Why You'll Like It: Focuses on arcade-style space dogfighting with a gritty, retro-future aesthetic and satisfying ship combat.

Spaceflight action for the new age! Push your piloting skills to the ultimate test, blast and burn your way through swarms of starfighters, merciless armadas and colossal behemoths in an epic roguelike campaign that spans the cosmos. Easy to learn, tricky to master, and impossible to put down.

Why similar: Flight 59.4%, Shooter 17.4%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 5.1%, Combat 2.2%

Vector Thrust is a fast-paced single and mulltiplayer combat flight game, using a unique cel shaded art style. The game features 260 fully playable aircraft (through various iterations of over 45 aircraft models).

Why similar: Flight 73.9%, Action 11.5%, Arcade 11.4%, Indie 2.7%, Singleplayer 0.4%

Why You'll Like It: An arcade flight combat game with a cel-shaded look that emphasizes large-scale aerial battles.

Shoot, slash and weave through bullets and enemies in this story-driven arcade shooter. The RADON Daughters have launched their ultimate weapon. Take control of the experimental gunship HALCYON and break out of the CAGE.

Why similar: Shooter 37.4%, Arcade 29.2%, Anime 20.4%, Action 11.8%, Singleplayer 1.3%

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

Why similar: Shooter 37.4%, Arcade 16.1%, Action 12.9%, 1980s 12.8%, 1990's 8.4%

Pewt 'em Up! is a retro inspired arcade space shoot 'em up with lots of upgrades, achievements, extras and more.

Why similar: Roguelite 32%, Shooter 27.7%, Arcade 23.3%, Action 12.6%, Combat 3.4%

Shizuku and Akane...two pilots bound by rivalry and friendship battle to save their world from malevolent cosmic forces! A classic arcade style shmup with deeply satisfying fast paced combat, wide variety of load-out combos, and even local co-op!

Why similar: Anime 36.7%, Arcade 34.6%, Action 21.7%, Adventure 5%, Singleplayer 2%

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: Arcade 25.4%, Anime 22.7%, Shooter 18.5%, Action 14.8%, 1990's 13.7%

Join the enigmatic Starfarers as they traverse the cosmos in this unique dual-character action roguelite, unraveling the mysteries of their galaxy and beyond in pursuit of the Voyager.

Why similar: Anime 43.3%, Action 26.5%, Combat 14.3%, Indie 12.8%, Singleplayer 3.1%

This high-speed 3D shooting game allows players to experience exhilarating battles in the sky, as well as a series of cutscenes depicting the growth of the main characters throughout the story.

Why similar: Action 50.8%, Anime 26.4%, Indie 22.7%

Fly through the sky! Rain down fire on the enemy forces from above! Enjoy solid combat and simple non-linear exploration in this high flying side-scrolling action shooter!

Why similar: Shooter 43.7%, Action 21.1%, Anime 20.1%, Indie 6.4%, Adventure 5.7%

Nirvana Pilot Yume is the cure for your ‘80s sci-fi anime nostalgia: a retro-synthwave world with space races inspired by the DOS classic SkyRoads and a steamy visual novel of romance and redemption. Raise the volume and turn on the neon lights!

Why similar: Arcade 28.7%, 1980s 25.1%, Anime 24.6%, Multiple Endings 21.5%

Inspired by 16 and 32-bit classics, Gestalt: Steam & Cinder fuses tight 2D platforming and exhilarating combat with an engrossing, twist-laden narrative in a stunningly handcrafted steampunk world.

Why similar: Anime 35.3%, Action 27.4%, Combat 17.4%, Adventure 8%, Indie 7.5%

ANNO: Mutationem is an action-adventure game with RPG elements set in a cyberpunk world, featuring a unique mix of pixelated 2D & 3D graphic style with a rich, dark and bizarre plot.

Why similar: Anime 37.7%, Stylized 23.7%, Action 20.6%, Adventure 8%, Indie 6.6%

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: Flight 37.6%, Arcade 28.4%, Shooter 16.3%, Action 12.2%, Indie 4.2%

Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!

Why similar: Roguelite 34.9%, Vehicular Combat 32.2%, Arcade 15.6%, Action 10.1%, Colorful 5.9%

A high-speed 3D rail shooter inspired by legendary arcade classics. Control the humanoid combat weapon ASURA and battle overwhelming waves of invaders using Energy Shot, Shining Knuckle, and the time-bending Lightning Over Drive.

Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 38.1% ★, Shooter 17.1%, Arcade 13.6%, Multiple Endings 10.3%, Anime 7.4%

Star Fire is a love letter to classic arcade side-scrollers, reimagined with roguelite progression, modern action polish, and that “just one more run” itch. It’s fast, punchy, and all about no-pressure fun with tight combat, slick movement, and endless ways to cause chaos.

Why similar: Roguelite 38.3%, Arcade 26%, Anime 23%, Action 12.7%

Psionic Sentry : Infinite is a third-person beautiful girl action shooting rougelike. The refreshing counterattack system that any player can use is the core of the game's operation. Observing the enemy's weaknesses and destroying them during battle is the focus of the game strategy.

Why similar: Roguelite 34.5%, Shooter 25.2%, Anime 21.1%, Action 10.1%, Adventure 4.1%

Take to the skies in this fast paced, arcade aerial combat game featuring arena style gameplay. Fly solo in single player or compete against other players in online multiplayer modes.

Why similar: Flight 62.1%, Action 18.5%, Arcade 14.1%, Indie 5.3%

Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.

Why similar: Multiple Endings 32.3%, Anime 32.2%, Action 22.2%, Adventure 5.5%, Indie 5.4%

Hunter Girls is a side-scrolling action shooter featuring anime-inspired characters, fast-paced combat, and arcade-style gameplay focused on reflexes and replayability.

Why similar: Shooter 55.2%, Arcade 44.8%

Superflight is an intense, easy to learn wingsuit game with an infinite number of beautiful procedurally generated maps. A great game to relax for half an hour and chase your latest highscore!

Why similar: Flight 85.6%, Arcade 5.8%, Action 4.4%, Indie 3.2%, Singleplayer 1%

An exhilarating run-and-gun action shooting game based on a Roguelite! Travel through time with Sigma to thwart the uprising of artificial intelligence and fight for the future!

Why similar: Roguelite 42%, Multiple Endings 26.4%, Action 17.7%, Combat 11.7%, Singleplayer 2.2%

Ignite the galaxy. Aeon Must Die! Experience a unique beat ‘em-up introducing breakneck risk-reward gameplay, innovative AI and tactical fighting, all packaged in an incredible art style.

Why similar: Cinematic 29.8%, Anime 25.2%, Action 20.6%, Colorful 12.3%, Indie 6.1%

New dramatic horizontal shoot ’em up that takes place in the same setting as Ginga Force. An immersive story that follows protagonist Natsuki. Discover the story of her past as a rookie pilot up to present day with events that are parallel to those in Ginga Force.

Why similar: Action 61.1%, Arcade 21.6%, Anime 17.3%

Blending classic shooting game design with a substantial dose of modern day bullet hell and flashy pyrotechnics, Bullet Soul has it all! Play through multiple modes, all designed to welcome newcomers to the genre, but also challenge experts aiming for ever higher scores.

Why similar: Anime 51.9%, Action 48.1%

Homura Hime is an anime-style 3D action game merging exhilarating thrills with the tension-filled gameplay of bullet hell. Players dodge hails of projectiles, unleash combos that blend close-quarters and ranged attacks, and utilize dodges and parries to withstand the fierce onslaught of demons.

Why similar: Anime 62%, Action 26.6%, Indie 7.1%, Singleplayer 4.2%

Chain massive trick combos, dodge deadly debris, and chase huge scores in this fast-paced arcade adventure. Earn coins, upgrade abilities, collect rare items, and uncover a wild time-bending narrative aboard this doomed flight in the year 1995

Why similar: Roguelite 37.2%, Arcade 28.5%, 1990's 14%, Action 9%, Colorful 7.3%

A retro action martial arts game inspired by classics, like Kung Fu Master and Shinobi with modern elements!

Why similar: Action 31.9%, Arcade 26.6%, Anime 18.1%, Adventure 11.5%, Indie 9.7%

Last Command is a fast-paced Snake x Bullet Hell action game. Maneuver through enemies’ barrage of attacks, collect Data Points to deal damage! Mix and match skill chips as you progress, overcome intense Boss battles, and uncover the secrets of their program world...

Why similar: Arcade 34.8%, Anime 30.1%, Action 16.7%, Combat 11.8%, Indie 4.2%

Rapid gravity arcade action! Dash! Spin! Slam! Paint!

Why similar: Arcade 40.4%, Stylized 16.6%, 1990's 15.4%, Colorful 14.3%, Action 13.3%