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Games Like Sektori

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Indie, Arcade, Twin Stick Shooter.

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Sektori is an intense, fast paced twin-stick shooter infused with hard hitting techno music. A game where the high-adrenaline gameplay, visuals, and music come together to transport you into another state of consciousness.

Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive — 97% — of 704 reviews
Released: 2025-11-18
Developer: Kimmo Lahtinen
Publisher: Kimmo Factor Oy
Genres: Action
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 2.6 hrs
Mean playtime: 9.9 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 73%

Overview

Sektori is a high-octane, sensory-focused twin-stick shooter that blends intense bullet-hell mechanics with a pulsating techno soundtrack to create a trance-like state of flow. These recommendations prioritize games that excel in fast-paced arcade action, rhythmic visual synchronization, and the high-adrenaline intensity required to master challenging arena-based combat.

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    97% matchVery Positive87% of 2,168 reviews2017
    Dev: Housemarque
    Windows
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Nex Machina is an intense arcade style twin-stick shooter from Housemarque. Taking hints from both Robotron and Smash TV, Nex Machina focuses on pure action, voxel destruction and competition in the distant, cablepunk themed future.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 39.6%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Arcade 9.1%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%

    Why You'll Like It: It is the gold standard for modern twin-stick shooters, offering unparalleled intensity and arcade-style perfection.

  2. #2 Rhythm Storm
    96% matchVery Positive94% of 81 reviews2025
    Dev: Radiangames
    Windows

    Rhythm Storm is a roguelike bullet heaven with stunning vector graphics, rhythmic action, and overwhelming swarms of enemies. Your vehicle aims and fires freely while everything else dances and moves to the beat in this spectacular audio-visual experience.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Action Roguelike 11.5%

    Why You'll Like It: It masterfully synchronizes bullet-hell chaos with a driving musical beat, creating a hypnotic gameplay loop.

  3. #3 Geometry Wars™ 3: Dimensions Evolved
    96% matchVery Positive90% of 1,577 reviews2014
    Dev: Lucid GamesPub: Sierra
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Experience the full evolution of the award-winning Geometry Wars franchise and battle through waves of enemies on 3D grids in this frenetic arcade shooter!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 43.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Arcade 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 4.5%

    Why You'll Like It: The definitive arcade twin-stick experience that defined the genre with its vibrant visuals and tight controls.

  4. #4 JASEM: Just Another Shooter with Electronic Music
    95% matchMostly Positive71% of 194 reviews2017
    Dev: Stas Shostak
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    JASEM is insanely hard and ridiculously unforgiving low-poly twin-stick arcade blastathon set to an electronic beat and filled with bright explosions and neon effects.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Shooter 9.3%, Top-Down 9.2%, Destruction 7.7%

    Why You'll Like It: This title directly mirrors the techno-infused, high-speed shooter aesthetic found in Sektori.

  5. #5 Assault Android Cactus+
    94% matchVery Positive94% of 2,000 reviews2015
    Dev: Witch Beam
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Arcade 9%, Shooter 7.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, colorful arena shooter that demands constant movement and precise aiming under pressure.

  6. #6 Nova Drift
    93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,407 reviews2024
    Dev: ChimericPub: Pixeljam
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    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: Arena Shooter 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Action Roguelike 12%, Arcade 9.2%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides deep roguelike progression paired with intense, space-based bullet-hell combat that rewards strategic builds.

  7. #7 Waves 2: Notorious
    94% matchVery Positive93% of 322 reviews2015
    Dev: Squid In A Box Ltd
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 30 minMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    Waves 2: Notorious is an arcade twin-stick shooter set in Cyberspace. Build Combos, earn Adrenaline and unleash powerful Burst attacks as you Dive into the Net and do battle against an AI that adapts to your weaknesses!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.5%, Arena Shooter 15.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10.6%, Bullet Hell 10%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers an excellent flow state through its arcade-roguelike structure and intense, neon-drenched combat.

  8. #8 Roto Force
    92% matchVery Positive94% of 127 reviews2023
    Dev: Accidently AwesomePub: PID Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Shoot and dash your way through frantic missions! A twin-stick shooter set in a rotating world. Unlock weapons, move quickly and fight tons of bosses.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Arena Shooter 15.6%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Arcade 8.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines unique gravity-shifting mechanics with high-speed bullet-hell action for a challenging, fast-paced experience.

  9. #9 Beat Hazard 3
    91% matchVery Positive83% of 646 reviews2024
    Dev: Cold Beam Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 67%

    Are you ready to explore your music collection mapped as a stunning galaxy of wonders? Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven twin stick shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 38.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shooter 6.1%, Top-Down 5.2%

    Why You'll Like It: The ultimate music-driven shooter that allows you to turn your own library into a unique bullet-hell experience.

  10. #10 Monolith
    90% matchMostly Positive77% of 335 reviews2023
    Dev: Animation Arts
    Windows · Linux

    A classical science fiction point and click adventure which takes you into a deep story and murky atmosphere, while solving logical puzzles. Accompany Tessa Carter and her talking robot as she finds out about herself and searches for a way to survive.

    Why similar: Futuristic 89%, Singleplayer 11%

    Why You'll Like It: Features incredibly tight, responsive twin-stick movement and challenging roguelike encounters.

  11. #11 Neon Chrome
    89% matchVery Positive91% of 1,170 reviews2016
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    A masterful combination of top-down shooter and endless replayability with procedural levels. Blast your way through walls & enemies with guns and cybernetic abilities. Install perks from cyber chambers and upgrade your character stats after each death. Can you stop the Overseer?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 42.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%, Top-Down 7.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A cyberpunk-themed twin-stick shooter with satisfying destruction and persistent progression elements.

  12. #12 Super reaKtor
    86% matchVery Positive100% of 57 reviews2025
    Dev: SuperSAZ StudioPub: TyGAMES
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Super reaKtor is a bullet hell focused on difficulty with a twist: original controls and 2 differents weak points to manage. Collect green energy pellets, and avoid or absorb the various threats.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.1%, Arcade 22.2%, Score Attack 21.4%, Colorful 13.5%, Action 4.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, score-focused arcade shooter that rewards precision and quick decision-making.

  13. #13 Feral Fury
    88% matchVery Positive81% of 130 reviews2017
    Dev: Skandivania GamesPub: Skandivania Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 30.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%

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    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.9%, Action Roguelike 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Top-Down 6.2%

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    Dev: maybell🌻
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    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 54.9%, Arcade 14.4%, Score Attack 11%, Colorful 9.5%, Shooter 6.4%

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  15. #15 CometStriker DX
    87% matchVery Positive98% of 63 reviews2018
    Dev: Iced Lizard Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    CometStriker DX is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter where you boost through danger and blast everything in your way!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Arcade 8.7%, Shooter 7%

    Why You'll Like It: A challenging arcade shooter featuring unique movement mechanics and high-intensity boss encounters.

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    85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,861 reviews2018
    Dev: Ludic Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%

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    Why similar: Arcade 40.5%, Great Soundtrack 23%, Top-Down 20.2%, Action 15%, Singleplayer 1.4%

    Why You'll Like It: A high-stakes, single-screen arena game that requires total focus and precision to survive the onslaught.

  17. #17 Polychromatic
    84% matchVery Positive94% of 51 reviews2015
    Dev: Brushfire Games
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%

    Polychromatic is a physics-based arcade shooter with a pop of color.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 43.1%, Arena Shooter 26.4%, Arcade 10.5%, Great Soundtrack 9%, Colorful 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, physics-based arena shooter that focuses on satisfying chain reactions and colorful destruction.

  18. #18 Cloud Cutter
    83% matchVery Positive87% of 127 reviews2021
    Dev: Just Two ltd.
    Windows

    Cloud Cutter brings you classic arcade shoot ‘em up gameplay in top notch graphics. Enjoy intense fast-paced explosive action full of epic destruction, arcade style power-ups, lasers and of course huge multi-stage boss fights.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 10.3%, Shooter 7.9%

    Why You'll Like It: Delivers classic arcade intensity with modern visuals and a focus on relentless enemy waves.

  19. #19 Heckabomb
    84% matchMixed63% of 313 reviews2015
    Dev: Allicorn GamesPub: KISS ltd
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Explosive twin stick shooter. Lots of upgrades. Full controller support. Awesome soundtrack.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 56.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Arcade 14%, Action 4.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Fast-paced, arcade-style twin-stick action that emphasizes score-chasing and rapid movement.

  20. #20 Black Paradox
    82% matchMixed68% of 132 reviews2019
    Dev: Highwalls
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 42 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.1%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Action Roguelike 21.5%, Shooter 10.9%, Action 4.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A synthwave-infused space shooter that blends fast-paced action with a distinct, retro-futuristic aesthetic.

  21. #21 Danmaku Unlimited 3
    82% matchVery Positive87% of 240 reviews2017
    Dev: Doragon Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.7%, Bullet Hell 33%, Arcade 12.7%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%, Action 4.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Refined bullet-hell mechanics paired with a pulsing electronic soundtrack create a highly immersive experience.

  22. #22 Nuclear Throne
    79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 19,420 reviews2015
    Dev: Vlambeer
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

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    Why similar: Action Roguelike 24.7%, Bullet Hell 21%, Twin Stick Shooter 17.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Great Soundtrack 7%

    Why You'll Like It: A fast, punchy, and chaotic action-roguelike that emphasizes aggressive playstyles.

  23. #23 Tesla vs Lovecraft
    80% matchVery Positive90% of 1,231 reviews2018
    Dev: 10tons Ltd
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

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    Why similar: Arena Shooter 23.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.5%, Destruction 9.5%

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  24. #24 Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition
    81% matchVery Positive81% of 402 reviews2015
    Dev: Entity MedialabPub: Plug In Digital
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.3 hrs≥1hr: 16%

    Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition is a hardcore, uncompromising vertical scrolling bullet hell/invader hell shooter (shmup) that doubles as a techno-based lightsynth, triggering bursts of funky invaders at the pulse of a relentless beat.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.8%, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Arcade 12.9%, Great Soundtrack 11%, Shooter 9.1%

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  25. #25 Trigonarium
    81% matchVery Positive90% of 71 reviews2015
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%

    Trigonarium is a hardcore twin-stick shooter for fans of challenging arcade gaming. Fight your way through multitudes of enemy formations in constantly shifting battle arenas to face the colossal level bosses.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Colorful 6.9%, Score Attack 6.3%

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    78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 1,549 reviews2011
    Dev: Squid In A Box Ltd
    Windows
    Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%

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    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Arcade 7.6%, Arena Shooter 7.2%

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    76% matchMostly Positive79% of 459 reviews2024
    Dev: Fuzzy
    Windows

    Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Arcade 7.2%

  28. #28 Laser Disco Defenders
    78% matchVery Positive83% of 52 reviews2016
    Dev: Out Of BoundsPub: Excalibur Publishing
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 93%

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    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Bullet Hell 14.1%, Top-Down Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 6.6%

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  29. #29 Beat Hazard
    76% matchVery Positive95% of 7,422 reviews2010
    Dev: Cold Beam Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Experience your music collection like never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

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    77% matchVery Positive90% of 398 reviews2014
    Dev: Cross EagletPub: PLAYISM
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.

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    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,722 reviews2023
    Dev: semiwork
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 64%

    A vividly animated action roguelite focused on boss hunting. Unleash an array of diverse weapons and powerups to combat the corruption of the Void.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Action Roguelike 11.5%

  32. #32 DEVIL BLADE REBOOT
    73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 802 reviews2024
    Dev: SHIGATAKE GAMES
    Windows
    Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.6%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Score Attack 13.7%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 5.6%

  33. #33 Bullet Candy
    79% matchMixed52% of 87 reviews2007
    Dev: R C Knight
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.6 hrs≥1hr: 14%

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    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 55.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Arcade 13.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A classic arcade-style twin-stick shooter that focuses on building massive score multipliers through efficient play.

  34. #34 Ikaruga
    75% matchVery Positive95% of 2,307 reviews2014
    Dev: TREASURE
    Windows
    Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.8%, Bullet Hell 31.4%, Arcade 12.8%, Great Soundtrack 4.8%, Shooter 3.6%

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    74% matchVery Positive86% of 2,250 reviews2019
    Dev: Cold Beam Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Bullet Hell 14%, Arcade 8.4%

  36. #36 Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved
    75% matchVery Positive91% of 1,088 reviews2007
    Dev: Bizarre CreationsPub: Activision
    Windows
    Median: 18 minMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 25%

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    73% matchVery Positive84% of 64 reviews2023
    Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 8%

  38. #38 BLUE REVOLVER
    72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 858 reviews2016
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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.4%, Bullet Hell 25.9%, Arcade 10.5%, Great Soundtrack 8.2%, Action 2.6%

  39. #39 Drones, The Human Condition
    77% matchMostly Negative38% of 356 reviews2016
    Dev: Blunt GamesPub: ninjainatux
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 16.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%

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    70% matchVery Positive87% of 452 reviews2024
    Dev: Whale Peak GamesPub: Super Rare Originals
    Windows
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    70% matchVery Positive100% of 102 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 25.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Arcade 9.6%, Top-Down 7%

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    71% matchVery Positive92% of 857 reviews2015
    Dev: Binary Zoo
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 24 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 27%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.1%, Bullet Hell 32.9%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 8.5%, Singleplayer 0.8%

  43. #43 GRIDD: Retroenhanced
    72% matchVery Positive87% of 78 reviews2017
    Dev: Antab StudioPub: Kongregate
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 75.4%, Action 24.6%

  44. #44 Galactic Glitch
    67% matchVery Positive90% of 853 reviews2025
    Dev: Crunchy Leaf Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 62%

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  45. #45 Nebulock
    66% matchVery Positive87% of 542 reviews2025
    Dev: LostVolBytes
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 3.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%

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    71% matchVery Positive84% of 68 reviews2018
    Dev: Four5Six PixelPub: Huey Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 12 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 21%

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    69% matchVery Positive87% of 126 reviews2022
    Dev: R_Games
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%

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    69% matchVery Positive87% of 287 reviews2020
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    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 45%

    Destropolis is a top-down shooter game with a fully destructible environment, hundreds of enemies and nuclear explosions. Fight a countless swarm of enemies. Tear them to pieces with bullets, lasers and explosions. Destroy as many of them as you can before they overwhelm you...

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Action Roguelike 10.6%

  49. #49 TechBeat Heart
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 97 reviews2021
    Dev: Lost Machine Games
    Windows · Linux

    SCORCHING TECHBEAT ACTION! A frantic combo-based score attack shooter. Make combos to earn more time. Master all weapons and defeat a raving mad machine. 100% arcade action. Online ranking. Lots of achievements. A Dual Gunstrike spin off.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Arena Shooter 22.6%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14%, Arcade 8.5%

  50. #50 Ether Loop
    70% matchMostly Positive70% of 314 reviews2020
    Dev: Moon Lens
    Windows

    Ether Loop is a hardcore fast-paced bullet hell with roguelike elements. Descend the unforgiving depths of a mysterious world, encounter challenges, discover dynamic environments and fight ruthless creatures while unveiling the secrets of Ether Loop.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.2%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Great Soundtrack 7.7%

  51. #51 PewPew Live
    68% matchVery Positive93% of 76 reviews2022
    Dev: Jean-François Geyelin
    Windows

    A fast twin-stick shooter where you compete for the top spot in the leaderboards.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Arcade 8.8%, Shooter 7.2%

  52. #52 Beat Invaders
    67% matchVery Positive96% of 201 reviews2022
    Dev: Raffaele Picca
    Windows · Linux

    Beat Invaders is a Vertical Shoot 'Em Up Roguelite - Fight your way through enemy fleets, unlock skills, items, ships, and upgrade them in the next run. Enjoy the smooth neon visuals matching the pushing EDM soundtrack - The perfect game to unwind.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Arcade 10.9%, Shooter 8.2%

  53. #53 Esse Proxy
    68% matchMostly Positive74% of 140 reviews2022
    Dev: FromSouthGames
    Windows

    Slick, stylish and brutal, 3D Cyberpunk Shooter. Located in a dystopian future, you'll experience the intertwined stories of three different characters, each with their own abilities, playstyles, strengths and weaknesses. Kill or die, learn and repeat before you unveil the secrets of Esse Proxy.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Top-Down 6.6%

  54. #54 Grav Blazer
    71% matchMixed48% of 157 reviews2017
    Dev: Ripknot Systems
    Windows
    Median: 0 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 12%

    Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Bullet Hell 15%, Arcade 12%, Shooter 9.2%

  55. #55 Vektor Wars
    69% matchMixed68% of 73 reviews2015
    Dev: Integer Overflow
    Windows
    Median: 12 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 33%

    Certified 100% pure arcade action, rendered in eye-melting neon vectors, Vektor Wars is classic first-person blasting for the shooter connoisseur.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.1%, Arcade 22%, Shooter 19.2%, Futuristic 14.4%, Colorful 10%

  56. #56 Vectorium
    67% matchMostly Positive78% of 76 reviews2018
    Dev: IndigoBlue Game Studio
    Windows

    Vectorium is a classical, yet intense arcade shooting game. Can you survive those dreadful enemies and barrage of gunfire?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Arcade 8.3%, Shooter 7.1%

  57. #57 Rocking Pilot
    67% matchVery Positive93% of 68 reviews2017
    Dev: GungroundsPub: Mad Head Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%

    Shoot, blast and slash through hordes of enemies in Rocking Pilot - a twin-stick shooter extravaganza inspired by arcade classics.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 38.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Arcade 13.1%, Action 4.4%

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