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  1. #1 Warawara Invaders
    97% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2018
    Dev: nkmr appworks
    Windows

    Even if you are not good at avoiding bullets or shmup games there is no problem. A 2d casual rolling shooter best for killing time!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 24.4%, Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 9.9%, Top-Down 7.7%

  2. #2 Guardian Force - Saturn Tribute
    96% matchMostly Positive79% of 19 reviews2022
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    The Guardians, a secret society wielding the power of the Force, have readied their tanks and intend on crushing the aspirations of the Hammerbolt Empire!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 11%, Top-Down 8.8%

  3. #3 MissileDancer
    96% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2018
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    Vertical Scroll Shooting Game with Lock-on Missile

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Shooter 18.2%, Score Attack 18.1%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, Retro 7.9%

  4. #4 Duralumin Wind
    95% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2018
    Dev: CETVE LLC
    Windows

    Pilot your helicopter to victory as your complete objectives, dodge missiles, and destroy your enemies. But don't forget to keep an eye on your fuel, ammunition, and health or you might not survive.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 8.1%, Top-Down 7.7%

  5. #5 Devileader
    94% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2021
    Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    Devileader, a fearsome space demon who once have destroyed countless planets of the solar system is about to be resurrected by his minions and fanatics, who want to bring chaos to the universe. Pilot the agile space interceptor Deviship and survive the terror of this demon lord.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 8.8%, Score Attack 8.6%

  6. #6 Rheum
    94% matchPositive81% of 27 reviews2018
    Dev: SpaceMyFriend
    Windows

    Jump down the esophagus of a body plagued by viruses and big bad bosses in this reverse vertical scrolling shoot'em up! Collect eye crusties, upgrade your pupils, and clear the screen of bullets with your cornea crushing eye blasts!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 10.2%, Old School 7%

  7. #7 Asteroids
    93% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: Play Asteroids
    Windows

    Another version of the classic Asteroids game

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shooter 14%, Arcade 11.6%, Old School 7.4%

  8. #8 Meteor Storm
    92% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2021
    Dev: Z Sculpt Entertainment
    Windows · Mac

    Welcome back to 1996! This shared screen space shooter is the perfect 4-player competitive game for some casual fun!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 9.6%, Old School 7.8%

  9. #9 RedRaptor
    91% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2023
    Dev: Novax GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off for a retro arcade experience in RedRaptor, a vertical shoot’em up inspired by genre classics of the ’90s!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 6.7%, Pixel Graphics 6%

  10. #10 Kalzor: 2000
    91% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
    Dev: Roley Games
    Windows

    Shoot different types of spaceships while avoiding getting shot yourself. Kill 10 minutes at a time with this affordable colourful timewaster.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 10.8%, Retro 7.7%

  11. #11 Red Blaster
    89% match8 user reviews63% of 8 reviews2025
    Dev: Red Blaster Games
    Windows

    Blast your way through increasing waves of enemies in this fast-paced top-down action-arcade shoot 'em-up while unlocking new levels, weapon upgrades and harder enemy types as you make progress in RED BLASTER!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Top-Down Shooter 25%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 8.8%, Top-Down 6.8%

  12. #12 GyroBlade
    90% matchMixed68% of 19 reviews2020
    Dev: H.T.Project Games
    Windows · Mac

    Retro style 2D vertical scrolling simple shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Shooter 12%, Score Attack 9.9%, Arcade 9%

  13. #13 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    89% 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 27.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 7%, Top-Down 6%

  14. #14 STARR RINGER
    88% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Sterling McKay
    Windows

    Grab the fate of all life in your hands. Blast your way through the cosmos, destroying monstrous cosmic beasts and the space cultists summoning them, on your path to stopping your mother from unleashing the chaos realm upon the universe, in this sci-fi cosmic horror bullet-hell, STARR RINGER.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 9.8%, Sci-fi 8.3%

  15. #15 Asteroids: Recharged
    87% matchMostly Positive77% of 111 reviews2021
    Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    How long can you survive the depths of space in this fresh revival of the classic arcade shooter, all while grooving to an original score by Megan McDuffee. Pilot solo or recruit a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 9.1%, Score Attack 8.8%

  16. #16 THUNDER STRIKER
    86% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2024
    Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows

    Blast your way through enemy territory and level up your versatile arsenal of high-tech weapons in this handheld game style retro shmup!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Shooter 8.8%, Retro 8.5%, Sci-fi 8.4%

  17. #17 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
    86% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Shooter 13.5%, Score Attack 11.4%, Top-Down Shooter 9.9%, Top-Down 9.8%

  18. #18 Warcat Parade
    85% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Hefka Games
    Windows · Linux

    Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Score Attack 13.6%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 9.1%

  19. #19 Cosmonator
    84% matchVery Positive87% of 101 reviews2019
    Dev: Bourbontank
    Windows

    Cosmonator is an 'RPG-em-up': a hybrid of classic fast-paced top-down shoot-em-up action infused with deep character building elements. Build up your own unique alien-killing machine to avenge the destruction of planet Earth!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.6%, Top-Down Shooter 26.8%, Top-Down 6.7%, Action 6.6%, Shooter 6.2%

  20. #20 Nephenthesys
    83% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2024
    Dev: Let's Dev StudiosPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off on a treacherous mission to recover an unidentified energy source amidst an alien onslaught! Nephenthesys is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up presented in widescreen top-down 3D style.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Top-Down Shooter 25.1%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 9.6%, Top-Down 7.3%

  21. #21 Ultra Mission™
    84% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: Gumbo MachinePub: Gumbo Machine, LLC
    Windows · Linux

    Embark on a dangerous investigation in Ultra Mission™, the latest game by Gumbo Machine™. As an agent of the Stellar Exchange Commission, you must traverse the 20 dizzying levels within Otto Labs, each littered with powerful automatons and questionable experiments. This is going to be a blast!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 9.2%, Top-Down 8.3%

  22. #22 Defendor
    82% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2023
    Dev: almostApixel
    Windows

    Defendor is a throwback to the fast paced arcade games of the 80s.A retro style, arcade shooter where you upgrade your base to increase the capabilities of your ship, unlock new weapons, ships and cause more mayhem.Defend your base until everyone makes it into the escape ship.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, Shooter 14.7%, Top-Down 7.7%, Old School 7.3%

  23. #23 WOLFLAME
    81% matchVery Positive86% of 119 reviews2016
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 12.1%, Top-Down 7.6%, Score Attack 7.4%

  24. #24 Marimoth
    79% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2021
    Dev: Nether Lamp
    Windows

    Marimoth is a short shoot 'em up that puts in control of a moth whose shots bounce off the walls. Calculate your aim, evade enemy attacks by learning their patterns and collect coins to power up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Arcade 12.2%, Shooter 10.8%, Score Attack 10.4%, Top-Down Shooter 10%

  25. #25 Orchid Glitter
    82% 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 28.1%, Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Score Attack 10.4%, Shooter 7.8%, Arcade 7%

  26. #26 Vectro Blast
    79% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Sagittaras Games
    Windows

    Jump into endless fights in this arcade game. You have just one job: Survive as long as you can and beat your score over and over. The enemies are stronger with each wave so your journey to great score would not be easy.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Score Attack 15.3%, Arcade 13.1%, Shooter 8.5%

  27. #27 DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: CAVE Interactive CO., LTD.
    Windows

    CAVE's arcade bullet hell shooter returns as DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite. New stages, a new character, new music, and other new elements set the stage for a new challenge.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shooter 11.5%, Score Attack 10.3%, Arcade 9.6%

  28. #28 Stop the Saturnians!
    78% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Jeff Sinasac
    Windows

    Stop the Saturnians is a shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Dodge enemy fire, destroy procedurally generated alien waves and fight massive bosses. Collect resources in the midst of combat to upgrade your ship or improve Earth's defenses. Protect yourself and the planet both!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 9.6%, Old School 8.9%

  29. #29 Layer Section™ & Galactic Attack™ S-Tribute
    78% matchVery Positive80% of 50 reviews2022
    Dev: CITY CONNECTION
    Windows

    Layer Section, the home console port of arcade game RayForce is back with new features and online ranking. Use the new lock-on laser function to defeat multiple enemies at once for a higher score in this gorgeous 2D vertical shooting game!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 11.2%, Top-Down 8.7%

  30. #30 Killon
    77% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2023
    Dev: Luois Games
    Windows

    Killon is a retro shooter that features exhilarating combat, manic enemies and a charged cannon waiting to be unleashed. Fly a starship across the universe and restore the future today.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 9.3%, Score Attack 9.1%

  31. #31 Steel Alcimus
    77% matchPositive86% of 43 reviews2018
    Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    Steel Alcimus is a top-down helicopter shooter. Complete various tasks with your ally aircraft; such as saving the carrier, taking down the buildings, carrying objects, etc.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Shooter 10.9%, Score Attack 9.2%, Arcade 8.1%

  32. #32 GyroGunner
    76% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2023
    Dev: H.T.Project Games
    Windows

    An omnidirectional scrolling twin-stick shooter with pixel art reminiscent of the 80's.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Shooter 12.1%, Score Attack 9.2%, Arcade 9.2%

  33. #33 Voidronaut
    80% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Aztyrael Studios
    Windows

    Voidronaut is a fast-paced 2D arcade shooter set in the endless darkness of deep space. As the last surviving pilot, you must outmaneuver relentless enemy waves, collect new weapons, and sharpen your aim, speed, and reflexes to survive.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.1%, Shooter 16.2%, Arcade 13.4%, Old School 8.8%, Top-Down 8.2%

  34. #34 Sophstar
    74% matchVery Positive100% of 107 reviews2022
    Dev: Banana Bytes
    Windows

    A vertical arcade shoot'em up with an inventive teleport system, lots of fast-blazing action and explosions, tons of boss fights, a risk/reward based score system and a proper challenge for both veteran and new players of the genre.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shooter 9.2%, Score Attack 8%, Arcade 7.8%

  35. #35 TROID BLASTER 2
    75% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: KINGSGUARD GAMES
    Windows

    TROID BLASTER 2 is a physics based asteroids tribute game, featuring: * Random Levels * Gachapon random generated pilots and ships * 30 weapon types to unlock * Physics based! * Hundreds of bite sized levels to play * A graveyard to bury and remember your fallen pilots

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 11.7%, Top-Down 6.3%

  36. #36 Arcadia
    76% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

    In this highly addictive top-down arcade shoot-em-up from 1982, originally for the ZX Spectrum, defend yourself from wave upon wave of deadly alien combatants using your Ion Thrust Drive and dual Plasma Disruptors.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 37.4%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.9%, Retro 7.5%, Score Attack 7.3%

  37. #37 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
    72% matchVery Positive97% of 376 reviews2021
    Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 9.3%, Top-Down 8.5%

  38. #38 Insectipede
    75% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: LoadUpGames.com
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Time to bug out and blast back in this arcade shooter packed with waves of insects and UFOs. Fight through 50 challenging stages, grab power-ups, and chase the high score.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 10.4%, Top-Down 7.1%

  39. #39 Centipede: Recharged
    72% matchVery Positive84% of 172 reviews2021
    Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 24 minMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    Blast bugs and chase high scores in this glorious revival of an old-school classic, all while jamming to a heart-pounding original score by Megan McDuffee. Play solo or tag in a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 10.8%, Top-Down 8.7%

  40. #40 Space Waves
    73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Survive endless waves of escalating enemies in this fast-paced arcade shooter. Dodge overwhelming attacks, master precision movement, and fight to stay alive inside hypnotic neon chaos.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 11.1%, Old School 8.2%

  41. #41 Asteroids Millennium
    73% matchMostly Positive76% of 29 reviews2017
    Dev: Geoff Nagy
    Windows · Linux

    A modern spin on an old classic! Asteroids Millennium provides exciting new game play without departing from the feel of its predecessors. Collect power-ups, dodge threats, and blast away at asteroids and enemies alike in this survival game that is truly fun to play.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Score Attack 11.8%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 8.5%

  42. #42 ESCHATOS
    71% matchVery Positive97% of 310 reviews2015
    Dev: QutePub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    An alien menace has descended on Earth! Defend the world from UFO invasion in this superb arcade shooter from Qute. Use your weapons effectively, deflect enemy bullets with your shield, and recapture the Moon from alien infestation!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Shooter 11.7%, Score Attack 9.1%, Arcade 8.7%

  43. #43 POOSTALL Royale
    69% matchVery Positive85% of 1,119 reviews2023
    Dev: RWS C TeamPub: Running With Scissors
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 22%

    APRIL FOOLS 2023ㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤㅤ Don't let the title fool you, this isn't a battle royale game. Maybe this isn't even a game at all... well, just download now and figure it out!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Top-Down Shooter 27.7%, Arcade 11.5%, Score Attack 9.3%, Top-Down 9.2%

  44. #44 Spacebase19
    73% matchNo user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Morgondag
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Defend Spacebase 19 from the asteroids swarming down on the station! Shoot down waves of stones and equip different powerful weapons. How many waves can you last? A simple nostalgic retro arcade turret defense shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 11.7%, Sci-fi 9.1%

  45. #45 Twnkl Gft 2: A Lust For Blood
    70% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
    Dev: Bis the FairyPub: Electric Prune Juice
    Windows

    It's Christmas! Pelt the humans with gifts! Quickly!!!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Top-Down Shooter 24.9%, Arcade 12.6%, Top-Down 7.6%, Action 5.7%

  46. #46 SUPER SCORE SHOOTER CLASSIC
    69% matchPositive91% of 10 reviews2025
    Dev: AM Factory
    Windows

    A fast-paced vertical shooter built for short sessions! 2-Minute and 5-Minute score attack modes with beautiful X68000-style pixel art.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Shooter 14%, Arcade 11.1%, Retro 6.4%

  47. #47 XIIZEAL
    71% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015
    Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Shooter 11.7%, Score Attack 9.3%, Arcade 8.6%

  48. #48 Battle AirForce
    69% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Top-Down Shooter 24.2%, Shooter 12%, Score Attack 7.9%, Arcade 7.9%

  49. #49 Chicken Invaders 1
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 69 reviews2025
    Dev: InterAction studios
    Windows

    Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shooter 15%, Arcade 12.7%, Old School 6.7%

  50. #50 Exorush
    74% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Thrashmodule
    Windows

    A 2D vertical shoot 'em up that lets you upgrade your ship with an insane amount of options. From missiles and pods to specials and shields, you can upgrade every bit of your ship from guns to thrusters.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 12%, Top-Down 6.8%

  51. #51 Astro Fighters
    67% 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 25%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 9.8%, Top-Down 8.4%

  52. #52 METEOR COMMANDER
    70% 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 22%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 10.6%, Top-Down 8.2%

  53. #53 STAR SHREDDERS
    68% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Sharkbowl Games
    Windows

    STAR SHREDDERS is a prologue to an extensive, story-rich SHMUP with strategic elements. Play as Clash, leading the Valkyrie force in the onset of an epic interstellar war. This teaser sets the stage for a larger adventure.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Score Attack 11.9%, Old School 8.5%, Sci-fi 8.4%

  54. #54 Starfighter Neon
    71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: MadeOfDinosaurs
    Windows · Mac

    You've been dropped into enemy space. Weave your Starfighter between alien spaceships, lasers, asteroids and bombs destroying as many as you can and collecting valuable coins and powerups as you go.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 8.1%, Top-Down 6.7%

  55. #55 Retaliate
    67% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2024
    Dev: Romans I XVI Gaming
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    You are valiant space hero who is not as fortunate as those in the golden age of scrolling shooters who had infinite ammo. Instead you must absorb your enemies' weapons and retaliate!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Top-Down Shooter 27.4%, Arcade 10.9%, Top-Down 7.4%, Score Attack 7.3%

  56. #56 Eden's Eclipse
    65% 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 26.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shooter 15.7%, Arcade 13%, Top-Down 6.4%

  57. #57 SUPER FLAIL
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 159 reviews2018
    Dev: CryptMadePub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 48 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 42%

    SUPER FLAIL is a fast-paced arcade score attack game of flail-swinging rampage. Swing your flail to destroy everything until you die. Compare your score with other players and get on the top of the leaderboards.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Shooter 11.4%, Score Attack 9.7%, Arcade 8.7%

  58. #58 KAIKAN
    65% matchVery Positive97% of 67 reviews2023
    Dev: zakichi
    Windows

    KAIKAN is a vertical scrolling shooter that focuses on destroying enemies. Destroy enemies with 6 types of aircraft with different performance, clear 5 stages, and aim for a higher score.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Shooter 14%, Score Attack 10.6%, Arcade 7.4%

  59. #59 Gunslinger Nova
    67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: instasiv
    Windows

    A top-down, 2d space-shooter that pits the user against swarms of alien ships from other dimensions. Destroy all enemies and portals as fast as possible. Battle increasingly tougher enemies through 40 Campaign levels and Endless Mode!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Top-Down Shooter 27%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 9.6%, Top-Down 7.4%

  60. #60 STROIDZ!
    70% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Knuckle Dragger Games
    Windows

    Clear the asteroid field before the Corpos hunt you down with their AI weaponry!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Shooter 15.4%, Top-Down Shooter 12.3%, Top-Down 10.4%, Old School 8.5%

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