
Monsters and Zombies from all the world are trying to steal the gift packages, they want it all and they want it now. But Santa has guns, big guns!
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Shoot 'Em Up, Shooter, Side Scroller.

Monsters and Zombies from all the world are trying to steal the gift packages, they want it all and they want it now. But Santa has guns, big guns!

Kanamono
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".

DRAINUS
This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Side Scroller 29.1%, Shooter 16.6%, Action 12.8%, 2D 5.1%
This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.2%, Shooter 20.5%, Action 16.8%, Side Scroller 6.8%, 2D 4.5%
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...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52.8%, Action 15.8%, Shooter 14.4%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Indie 4.4%
DECONSTRUCTION is a fast-paced, hardcore, shooting game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.9%, Action 24.4%, Shooter 23.4%, 2D 7.3%, Indie 6%
Get ready for adventures, gather allies, and uncover the secrets of Forest Fury! Your forest is waiting for you to cleanse it of dark forces and restore its former beauty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.5%, Side Scroller 31.9%, Shooter 17.8%, Action 7%, 2D 5.2%
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 48.7%, Side Scroller 26.8%, Action 19.6%, Indie 4.9%
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Side Scroller 22%, Shooter 19.6%, Action 18.8%, 2D 4.6%
The alien invaders have launched their final offensive on an already crippled Terra. Only one brave pilot can turn the tide of war. Cyber Seraph is a boss focused vertical shoot 'em up with unlockable abilities.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 51.9%, Action 16.3%, Side Scroller 10.7%, 2D 10.1%, Shooter 6.4%
Pilot the all-powerful cell destroying Desolazor gunship and eradicate the mutagenic genotoxic pathogen before it consumes the entire galaxy. Soar through waves of threatening enemies and bosses beyond 6 stages packed with action, explosions, and lasers!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.1%, Shooter 24.3%, Action 18.4%, 2D 7%, Indie 1.9%
Echoes is back with a bang and in 3D! More intense and eye bleeding than before, with the action coming at you from the sides, above and below.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.1%, Shooter 27.3%, Action 19.1%, Indie 4.5%
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Side Scroller 29.7%, Shooter 18.1%, Action 11.4%, 2D 5%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.4%, Side Scroller 27.3%, Shooter 19.2%, Action 13.1%, Singleplayer 0.9%
Zeit² brings a new twist to the traditional side-scrolling, 2D, shoot-’em-up game sporting a unique time travel feature never seen before in this genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52%, Side Scroller 21.6%, Action 21.2%, Indie 5.2%
The most secure prison facility in the country is under attack ... The city mayor called personally and asked you to take care of this problem.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Side Scroller 24.6%, Action 24.5%, Shooter 14.9%, 2D 5.8%
Shoot lead & blow heads in Arena Brutal, an action shooter that'll put your weapons proficiency to the test! You'll need to manage the uniquely simulated recoil of each gun, keep on top of ammo & avoid getting your face blown off while speeding to the exit for the highest score & the next challenge
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Side Scroller 22.7%, Shooter 15.7%, Gore 12.1%, Action 8.8%
You are a explorer of new planets. As it turned out, other planets are inhabited by shadows that are very hostile. Your task is to survive several waves to win.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.5%, Side Scroller 24.5%, Shooter 21.7%, Action 19.4%, Singleplayer 0.8%
Big guns have begun an attack on YOUR communities, and trust, bredren, YOU DI ONLY BLACK MAN DAT CYAN STOP DEM ...and di only way to stop dem, is to run-right and shoot everything that moves!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Shooter 18.6%, Action 11.3%, Cartoony 8.4%
Victory Saber 2D is a horizontal scrolling shooter arcade video game with Locking-on shooting mechanic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.7%, Shooter 21.8%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Action 16.5%, Singleplayer 1.7%
Noah has been commanded by God to put two of each animal aboard his ark to save them from the flood.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Side Scroller 20.9%, Action 19.2%, Shooter 18.8%, Cartoony 9%
2D side-scrolling shoot 'em up
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Shooter 20.7%, Action 17.8%, 2D 5.2%
Hungry Zombies is a defense of the city, 2D graphics with a side view, colorful and beautiful graphics and unforgettable experiences.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.1%, Shooter 21.5%, Action 20.3%, Zombies 16.8%, 2D 5.7%
A shooting game where a beautiful girl defeats enemies using magic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Shooter 19.4%, Action 13.4%, Indie 8.9%
Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2 revives the good, old, action platform run & gun genre, but this time with a bunch of humor and buckets of blown off body parts. In this sequel to Guns, Gore & Cannoli, Vinnie Cannoli’s story continues and this time it’s personal.
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Shooter 12.9%, Zombies 12.4%, Action 12.3%
A short, mini-shooter inspired by all-nighters and meant to be played in quick runs. Rapid gear progression and powerful consumable items are matched by swarms of ever-increasing enemies. No extra lives--falling asleep is game over.
Why similar: Action 25.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 24.1%, Shooter 18.3%, Indie 6.3%
Guns, Gore & Cannoli - An over-the-top, comical and fast-paced action game with hand-drawn graphics set in the Roaring Twenties. An all-you-can-shoot fest where you embody Vinnie, a mobster with a mission in a city controlled by gangsters and plagued by zombies. Featuring up to 4-man local co-op.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Zombies 15.5%, Gore 12.4%, Action 10.6%
High Tension Fever Shooting Game!!!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.9%, Shooter 26.4%, Action 22.4%, 2D 7.1%, Singleplayer 1.1%
Twinkle Hunter is a 2D action game focused on boss battles. Become a hunter whose teddy bear was stolen by the great villain 'Twinkle Thieves', and experience journey to retrieve the teddy bear. Can you hunt the thieves who attack you in various ways and rescue the teddy bear 'Mari'?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Side Scroller 28.8%, Shooter 18.3%, Action 11.2%, 2D 5.4%
Take to your ship to ensure the survival of humanity against an alien force determined to see you fail. Customize your ship with upgrades to raise your chance of success. Take a friend into battle to immediately become a stronger force and watch each others tail
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Side Scroller 23%, Shooter 19.9%, Action 19.3%, 2D 4.6%
Blast away wasp scum in Wasp Wars: New Wasp Order! Shoot your way through 12 scenic stages of trees, metal, and more, to eliminate the Wasp Army once and for all!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Shooter 21.8%, Action 19%, 2D 4.5%
Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Side Scroller 25.3%, Shooter 20.9%, Action 12.5%, 2D 5.3%
Shoot zombies from terrace like a boss! Zombo Buster Rising Remastered brings you a nostalgic experience of classic 2D side shooting-defense in enhanced build right from your Steam library!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Action 23.7%, Zombies 19.6%, Shooter 17.5%, 2D 6.2%
Shoot waves of monstersFight your way from wave to wave and kill all the monsters. Collect coins to buy weapons, ammunition and special items like dynamite or gun turrets in the shop machine. Be quick, because the shop is only open for 30 seconds between each wave. Each level has four rounds.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.1%, Shooter 28.2%, Action 26.6%, Singleplayer 2%
This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Shooter 20.9%, Action 20.5%, Side Scroller 18.9%, 2D 4%
Half shoot-'em-up, half RPG! Blast through an intergalactic genre mashup!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Shooter 20.6%, Action 19%, 2D 4.6%
Ballpoint Universe Infinite is a shoot-em-up adventure game featuring artwork entirely drawn in ballpoint pen. Explore immaculate worlds, discover the secrets of the doodles, and customize your Ink-Ship for battle! Press"Ballpoint Universe Infinite is too exuberant to ignore.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.5%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Action 16.2%, Shooter 11%, Indie 4.7%
Old school side scrolling shoot'em up. Blast through exciting different locations. Defeating waves of defenders until the final boss battle. Attack of the Mechadonk is a indie game developed for fun and learning for the creator.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Side Scroller 21.4%, Shooter 20.4%, Action 20.1%, 2D 4.4%
Fight to survive on a mysterious alien planet, outwit its vicious inhabitants, and do whatever it takes to find a way off that wretched rock.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Zombies 20.2%, Shooter 17.3%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Action 11.6%
This is a horizontal shooter game. The story takes place in a city infected by "coal", where most people have become coal zombies. When the government learned of the great changes in the city, it sent two elite soldiers to investigate the situation.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Side Scroller 22.7%, Shooter 21.2%, Action 12.2%, Zombies 9.5%
This is the biggest news title of 2021. A cute bullet-hell shooter is now available. The game features cool and futuristic visuals and active gameplay.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.5%, Shooter 28.5%, Action 19.2%, 2D 6.3%, Indie 2.5%
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 35.9%, Side Scroller 21.7%, Shooter 17.7%, Action 17.3%, Indie 5.8%
AngelStrike is an exciting 2D side-scrolling shoot'em'up with handmade pixel-art and a variety of action-packed missions. Play solo or local co-op with friends to rescue refugees, stealthily deliver supplies, escort your allies, and take down hordes of machines in 40 levels across 5 different areas!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Shooter 21.5%, Action 18.4%, Side Scroller 15.9%, 2D 8.2%
Stylish and Deadly shooterHollow: Cook Off is the mix of sidescroll shooter and stylish action.You are the quiet but skillful agent, Hollow. And you're going to infiltrate a mysterious factory.Shot, Cut, Float and make your combination.Fight quickly and glamorously but coolly.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Side Scroller 32%, Shooter 16.5%, Action 12.4%, 2D 4.2%
Enter a world of darkness and chaos where the fate of humanity rests on the shoulders of a mysterious nun. Our 2.5D run-and-gun shooter features intense action, epic boss battles, responsive controls, and stunning 3D graphics
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Side Scroller 25.6%, Shooter 17.6%, Zombies 12.8%, Action 9%
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 48.9%, Action 23.6%, Shooter 21.5%, Indie 6%
Use your powers and find your playstyle to survive in Boiling Bolt, an immersive and explosive shoot-em-up! Slow down the time to make combos and enjoy the stunning 3D graphics. Help June to save the world alone or with a friend.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.8%, Action 27.8%, Shooter 20.9%, Indie 6.4%
In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Side Scroller 23.9%, Shooter 20%, Action 11.7%, Cartoony 7.9%
A shoot’em up game with bite-size levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.7%, Shooter 24.3%, Action 18.1%, 2D 7%, Indie 1.8%
Fight off endless waves of undead as a nightclub hostess in this stylish third-person shooter. Earn points, buy better weapons, unlock new areas, and survive as long as possible. Solo or with friends, take back your club, one zombie at a time in heels and with attitude.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Shooter 21.9%, Action 19.8%, Zombies 14.1%, Gore 9.4%
Fight for your freedom in space arena!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.9%, Shooter 24.1%, Action 22.2%, Cartoony 14.8%, Indie 1.8%
Blast through hordes of adorable yet deadly mutant fruits in this intense space shooter with bullet hell action. Shoot, dodge, and survive unique boss battles that push your skills to the limit. Only the strongest will uncover the truth behind the chaos. Are you ready to save the universe?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.9%, Shooter 26.6%, Action 24.2%, 2D 7%, Singleplayer 1.3%
R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 48.9%, Side Scroller 24.1%, Action 16.4%, Shooter 7.2%, 2D 3.5%
Shoot lasers in space because a fish told you to. Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade is a twin-stick side-scrolling space shoot-em-up which tells the story of a man side-scrolling in space and shooting-em-up with twin-sticks. This game has at least 2 characters in it.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Action 21.2%, Shooter 20.8%, Side Scroller 20.8%, 2D 4.6%
Blast your way through a myriad of extra-terrestrial incursions in this arcade-style scrolling shooter! Pilot the ship Habroxia through 15 levels featuring intense boss fights, rescue missions, shifting perspectives, and untold surprises.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Side Scroller 22.7%, Shooter 20.4%, Action 18.1%, 2D 4.4%
Weird Hero is a humorous and challenging shoot'em up where the hero, SuperMegaDude, battles countless foes with his arsenal of weird weapons: the Flickinator, the Atomic Toaster, a magician's hat and other strange devices.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Action 25.2%, Side Scroller 21.3%, Shooter 16.9%, Indie 4.5%
2D style shoot'em up in which close combat is the primary attack method. With two large swords in her hands, cut her way through enemy bullets and enemy units in a post-apocalyptic world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.8%, Shooter 28%, Action 10.9%, 2D 8.3%, Singleplayer 2%
A fast-paced run-and-gun shooter in the spirit of the classics — shoot, jump, and shred monsters to energetic music.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Side Scroller 22.8%, Shooter 22%, Action 12.9%, 2D 5.9%
It is your job to save the planet from its decay. Only you can prevent an extraterrestrial species from taking over all of humankind. How? By shooting them back to where they belong - into the depths of hell of course!
Why similar: Action 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Shooter 20.1%, Indie 7.2%, 2D 6.3%
Kick the crap out of them! Side-scrolling bullet-hell shooter.
Why similar: Side Scroller 35.9%, Shooter 28.6%, Action 26.1%, 2D 7.8%, Singleplayer 1.6%
Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.2%, Side Scroller 35.1%, Shooter 10.9%, Action 7.1%, 2D 6.2%
Monstir Iradicator is a game about saving the galaxy of Icoa, Traverse 4 different planets and destroy the Monstirs residing there. This game is based off of games like Asteroids following a similar Shoot 'Em Up style gameplay.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.2%, Shooter 24.6%, Action 18.3%, 2D 7.1%, Indie 1.7%