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Games Like Salvo Subs

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

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Destroy your friends online in Salvo Subs, a retro inspired top-down shooter. Unlock 32 submarine vessels in 10+ arena game modes.

Reviews: Positive — 100% — of 10 reviews
Released: 2025-01-11
Developer: Mind Sink
Publisher: WizWeb
Genres: Action, Indie, Early Access
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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    97% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2023
    Dev: Happy Cactus Games Limited
    Windows · Mac

    A Blast from the Past is a stunning, classic arcade shooter. Includes gameplay modes for the casual gamer through to "Tournament Mode" for Hi-Score hunters! With 4K/360Hz+ support, experience smooth as silk gameplay in this dazzling arcade blaster with something for every arcade-going fan!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40%, 2.5D 24.1%, Arcade 13.2%, Shooter 7.2%, Action 5.9%

  2. #2 Ray’z Arcade Chronology
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 100 reviews2023
    Dev: M2 Co.,LTDPub: TAITO CORP.
    Windows

    Lock-on to an exhilarating sci-fi shooting fest with the trilogy which put Taito on the 90s arcade shooting map: The Ray Series, together in one collection for the first time!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48%, 2.5D 20.3%, Sci-fi 8%, Shooter 7.9%, Action 7.2%

  3. #3 Astrokicker
    96% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
    Dev: Quadrivo Software, LLC
    Windows

    Mixing old and new, Astrokicker is inspired by classic shootemups going back to the 80s, with a few twists. The player gets to fly in any direction, and using a combination of skill and strategy, takes out the starbases controlling warpfields.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.5%, 2.5D 26.4%, Arcade 15.6%, Action 9.6%, Retro 7.5%

  4. #4 Tecroroid Assault
    95% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2019
    Dev: WizByte Games
    Windows

    A synthetic race has come to your planet to steal your technology, And you have to fight them off. Fight off the Tecroroid invasion as they sent wave after wave of enemies to the planet.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.7%, Arcade 19.6%, Retro 14.9%, Action 8.7%, Sci-fi 4%

  5. #5 Sub-Species
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Howling Hamster Entertainment
    Windows

    At first the alien outbreak spreading throughout the oceans was confined. We delayed our extinction rather than avert it. As part of a salvage crew, you search the hellish containment zones, where a treasure trove of lost tech can help you and your crew eke out a living in a slowly dying world.

    Why similar: Submarine 48.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, 2.5D 12%, Arcade 11.3%, Action 5.2%

  6. #6 Stargazer program
    94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2018
    Dev: Bear Gears Studio
    Windows

    Dueling pvp, shoot em up. Face your opponents head on, trade bullets and blast them across the universe.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.2%, PvP 26.4%, Arcade 17.4%, Action 13.1%

  7. #7 Monkey King: Master of the Clouds | 中華大仙
    93% matchMostly Positive73% of 22 reviews2018
    Dev: Starfish-SD Inc.Pub: Retroism
    Windows

    Join Micheal Chang, the Monkey King, on his journey through famous landmarks of ancient China and fight off mythical creatures and legends in this classic arcade shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.5%, Arcade 16.8%, Action 15%, Retro 13.6%, Shooter 7.1%

  8. #8 AWA
    92% matchVery Positive80% of 115 reviews2016
    Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    A fast paced shoot-em-up featuring modern military aircraft. Choose one of the eight fighter aircraft and take the battle to the skies throughout nine action-packed stages each with their own end-level special boss.

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  9. #9 Nephenthesys
    91% 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.

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  10. #10 RAM 1982
    91% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: OneBlock
    Windows

    A fast-paced retro sci-fi online PvP game. Step into a virtual prison and help your gang mine precious RAM blocks for the corporation - but beware, other gangs will be competing against you to do the same!

    Why similar: 2.5D 27%, PvP 25.3%, Team-Based 20.7%, Arcade 14.7%, Action 5.9%

  11. #11 Bubblesinker
    90% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Punchito
    Windows

    Bubblesinker is an underwater roguelite shooter where you must survive fish schools' attacks and battle against gigantic sea creatures. Unlock new characters with unique weapons and hook up helpful companions to help you in your watery crusade.

    Why similar: Submarine 43.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 36.5%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 5.9%

  12. #12 Zamarian
    89% matchMostly Positive72% of 36 reviews2016
    Dev: Quarter Pound Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 0 minMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 25%

    Zamarian is a fast-paced shoot 'em up classic arcade action game brought to you in an exciting, colorful, and challenging new way!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.8%, Arcade 20.7%, Action 16.3%, Retro 14.9%, Indie 5.4%

  13. #13 Verisim Skies
    88% matchPositive100% of 23 reviews2023
    Dev: Carry-On Games
    Windows

    Verisim Skies is a Vertical Shoot 'Em Up with an emphasis on story and cinematic action. Go forth, Champion. Find your purpose. Fulfill your destiny. Accept your fate.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 64.9%, Arcade 13.6%, Action 9.2%, Shooter 6.5%, Sci-fi 5.7%

  14. #14 Infinite Shooter
    89% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2016
    Dev: Minion Productions Inc.
    Windows

    Infinite Shooter is a top down arcade shooting game, also known as a "Shmup", with the emphasis squarely on the action. With no story in the way of your fun, simply choose an opponent and take them down to earn powerful weapons, upgrades, ships, and power-ups!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 56.4%, Arcade 16.6%, Action 13.1%, Shooter 8.7%, Indie 5.1%

  15. #15 Tiamat X
    86% matchMostly Negative60% of 209 reviews2015
    Dev: BBQ Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Featuring six levels of intense shooting action, Tiamat X is a rip-snortin tribute to the side-scrolling space shooters of yesteryear, and would be right at home blazing away on the screen of a booming, beer-stained arcade cabinet.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 56.2%, Arcade 24%, Action 15%, Indie 4.8%

  16. #16 C-RUSH
    87% matchMostly Negative23% of 105 reviews2014
    Dev: Artnumeris
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 17%

    C-RUSH is an old school Shooter, with HD graphics.A new threat is coming from the space; the plasma insects. Exterminate the vermin!!Beat your own score and compare it with the other players !Key Features:- One ship with different positions to use- Different Gameplay according to the positions and shoots- A Schmup where you need...

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  17. #17 ALLTYNEX Second
    85% matchVery Positive85% of 160 reviews2014
    Dev: SITER SKAINPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows
    Median: 24 minMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 28%

    The year is 2192AD. 40 years ago, the Stellar-class All-purpose Administrative Computer ALLTYNEX suddenly attempted to enact genocide upon mankind. Commandeering armies of unmanned weapons, ALLTYNEX enacted a massacre so terrible that within only 72 hours of the start of the incident, approximately 85% of the world's population had...

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    86% matchMixed56% of 39 reviews2014
    Dev: Mindware
    Windows
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Super Chain Crusher Horizon is the largest, longest, most incredible PC shooting game in history with a two-player mode that is revolutionary. And, it’s loaded with game modes that solve the problems had by most shoot ‘em ups.

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  19. #19 Flying Shark
    84% matchPositive88% of 41 reviews2023
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Experience Toaplan's arcade shooter Flying Shark (AKA Sky Shark) on PC with the latest quality-of-life features. Ride through the skies as they burn in a rain of armor-piercing bullets! You have been chosen for the mission. Because you are the best pilot there is!

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    84% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Hydro Shock Studio
    Windows

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.6%, 2.5D 19.4%, Arcade 13.2%, Shooter 8.2%, Action 6.6%

  21. #21 Firebird - Steam version
    83% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2018
    Dev: JimJams Games
    Windows

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  22. #22 Super Psy Penguin
    82% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2020
    Dev: SHOKIZM INTERACTIVE
    Windows

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  23. #23 Astro Busters
    81% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2025
    Dev: Michael PrymusPub: Astrobuster Studios
    Windows

    Have You Been Waiting for a Modern Take on Classic Asteroid Shooters? 🚀 Your wait might just be over! Astro Busters brings you a fun space shooter with realistic physics, responsive controls and thrilling arcade action. Take on missions, upgrade your weapons, ships and fight solo or in multiplayer.

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  24. #24 Syder Arcade
    82% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
    Dev: Studio Evil
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 57.1%, Arcade 14.4%, Retro 7.4%, Action 6.7%, Shooter 6%

  25. #25 Turpedo
    81% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2022
    Dev: Myles Lambert
    Windows

    Deep-sea chaotic duels where players incarnate submarines for victory over polluted oceans. Evolve as you play with a range of mutations in round based combat over multiple game modes.

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    80% matchPositive81% of 21 reviews2023
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  27. #27 Viral Multiplayer
    79% match2 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2024
    Dev: Archor WrightPub: Archor Games
    Windows

    VIRAL MULTIPLAYER - A Survival Third Person Shooter in which the survival players have to survive in order to win. The Viral players have to infect the survivors to win.

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  28. #28 SHOCK TROOPERS
    79% matchVery Positive84% of 265 reviews2016
    Dev: SNK CORPORATION
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    “SHOCK TROOPERS ”, the fan favorite 2D top-down view action shooting game released exclusively on NEOGEO MVS in 1997, returns to the battlefield on Steam!Progress through the battlefield, choosing the best routes and strategy!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.6%, Arcade 26.2%, Retro 17.7%, Action 16.6%

  29. #29 99 Seconds
    78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Super PowerUp Games
    Windows

    99Seconds, a fun, retro-style video game, where you can modify time to avoid all kinds of dangers.

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    77% matchMostly Positive77% of 316 reviews2012
    Dev: EdelweissPub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%

    Ether Vapor Remaster is a cinematic 3D arcade shooter and visual treat from developer Edelweiss.

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    77% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,880 reviews2014
    Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLC
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%

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    75% matchPositive84% of 31 reviews2024
    Dev: Saucecup StudiosPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

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    Why similar: PvP 40.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Arcade 15%, Shooter 8.5%, Action 8.1%

  33. #33 Singularity Strike
    74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: RUOKPub: MBC Entertainment
    Windows

    Are you ready to aid Era-bus in its relentless quest for vengeance and consume everything in your path? Defeat the Hu-bon empire in this unique SHMUP/STG experience!

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    76% matchMixed67% of 24 reviews2017
    Dev: Xiotex Studios LtdPub: Thalamus Digital
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Inspired by classic Commodore 64 and arcade games, Promethium is a hard-as-nails retro inspired side-scrolling shoot-em-up that takes place over numerous levels that get harder and harder. If you’re after a nice calm casual game this isn’t it!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.7%, Arcade 14.5%, Retro 11.6%, Action 10.2%, Shooter 7.6%

  35. #35 Project Root
    76% matchMixed50% of 115 reviews2014
    Dev: OPQAMPub: Reverb Triple XP
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 23%

    Project Root the Shoot’em up Evolution.Project Root is a classic shoot’em up with open scenarioswhere the player's skill will be the key to survive.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 59%, Arcade 14.5%, Action 13%, Shooter 9.2%, Indie 4.3%

  36. #36 Fast Food Rampage
    74% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2018
    Dev: Ancient Games DS
    Windows · Mac

    A hilarious arcade shooter about blasting people with junk food until they explode. It’s delicious!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.4%, Arcade 19.9%, Retro 15.8%, Shooter 9.6%, Indie 5.2%

  37. #37 Planet Cracker
    73% matchMixed67% of 12 reviews2021
    Dev: Nemoto Keisuke
    Windows

    Planet Cracker is a 2D shooting game features physics engine and 3D environment. You must protect a space station from space debris trying to surpass the line of defence. Destroy all debris, and accomplish the most important mission: SURVIVE!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.9%, 2.5D 34.2%, Shooter 10.5%, Sci-fi 8.8%, Indie 1.6%

  38. #38 Raging Blasters 2
    73% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    The sequel to the speed-and-destruction shmup "Raging Blasters" is here! It's called "Raging Blasters 2." This is an arcade-style vertical scrolling shmup in which players control a fighter jet and battle various enemies in outer space.

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  39. #39 AirRaid
    72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Pilea Development LLC
    Windows

    A classic action arcade shooter with modern, fully destructible enemies. 10 waves of progressively increasing insanity.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.9%, 2.5D 22%, Arcade 19.2%, Action 9.3%, Shooter 7.6%

  40. #40 IRO HERO
    75% matchNo user reviews2018
    Dev: Artax Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.8%, Arcade 17.6%, Retro 15.7%, Action 11.6%, Indie 4.4%

  41. #41 WOLFLAME
    71% matchVery Positive85% of 116 reviews2016
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    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 51.8%, Arcade 17.1%, Shooter 8.2%, Retro 8.2%, Action 7.3%

  42. #42 Super XYX
    70% matchVery Positive89% of 120 reviews2020
    Dev: Team Grybanser Fox
    Windows

    Super XYX is a new shmup from the creator of Fire Arrow X, Megatank, ZPF and a couple of others. Co-developed and published by Team Grybanser Fox.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.2%, Arcade 16.5%, Retro 15.9%, Action 14.5%, Indie 5%

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    73% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Ferran GD QuickGamesPub: Ferran GD QuickGgames
    Windows

    Shooter for Dummies puts players in the perspective of a dummy. Play the most iconic FPS PvP maps: CTF, Team Deathmatch, Kill confirmed... where the winning is not the common goal: The dummy with less receiving damage wins! But don't worry dummies, you can punch players almost off the map!

    Why similar: PvP 29%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 9.5%, Multiplayer 9.4%

  44. #44 Mobile Astro
    71% matchMostly Positive71% of 182 reviews2016
    Dev: Raxasoft Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    71% matchMixed56% of 527 reviews2017
    Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    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.

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    68% matchVery Positive89% of 92 reviews2023
    Dev: Studio SaizensenPub: SUCCESS Corp.
    Windows

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    70% matchMixed66% of 782 reviews2015
    Dev: OBLONE SoftwarePub: Senpai Industrial Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
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    69% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2018
    Dev: Pixelteriyaki
    Windows · Mac

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    70% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Karl_SpencerPub: ITNC Games
    Windows

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    69% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
    Dev: Crazy Retro Games
    Windows

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    66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Aaron Lehnen
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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  52. #52 Beast Modon
    69% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2018
    Dev: Jeshawn Chrite
    Windows · Mac

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    67% matchMostly Positive73% of 11 reviews2022
    Dev: Gremlin InteractivePub: Pixel Games UK
    Windows

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.4%, Retro 17.5%, Arcade 15.8%, Shooter 8.7%, Action 7.7%

  54. #54 Guardian: Planet Defense
    67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Eager Lemur
    Windows

    Take command of an orbiting defense satellite in this action-packed planetary defense shooter. Blast away at waves of incoming asteroids and crafty aliens before they destroy your planet. Scavenge powerful weapons from vanquished alien ships and turn them against your foes. How long can you survive?

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  55. #55 Cosmo Chaser
    68% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2019
    Dev: Choi Jaewook
    Windows

    Cosmo Chaser is space fighter action game which presents restless shooting battle. It demonstrates new style of vertical scroll shooter by presenting classic arcade action in 3D space.

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  56. #56 Stargunner
    68% matchVery Positive81% of 148 reviews2014
    Dev: Apogee Entertainment
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 18 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 32%

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    65% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: Remorasoft
    Windows

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 64.7%, Action 12.2%, Shooter 11.7%, Sci-fi 9.5%, Indie 1.9%

  58. #58 Fire Shark
    65% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2023
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48%, Arcade 20.6%, Retro 13.2%, Action 12.5%, Multiplayer 5.7%

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