- #1 Scrollonoid
97% matchMixed58% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Vadjra
Windows
Scrollonid it's a 2D symbiosis of arkanoid and scroll shooter game.
Why similar: Action 45.8%, Indie 32.5%, Arcade 21.8%
- #2 P-3 Biotic
96% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2016
Dev: BatCat Games
Windows
P-3 Biotic is an intense twin-stick shooter featuring advanced real-time lighting and gorgeous particle effects. Pilot the MK4s nano-ship inside a petri dish against 14 waves of infectious bacteria as they attempt to destroy the Nucleus, a bio-engineered organism growing at the center of the dish.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 60.5%, Action 23.3%, Indie 16.3%
- #3 Heckabomb
96% 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%, Indie 16.4%, Action 14.3%, Arcade 12.7%
- #4 Return to Sector 9
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 26 reviews2020
Dev: Pug Fugly Games
Windows
Spread across a campaign mode and 8 mini games, take on a variety of missions from bug hunts, protection detail, desperate last stands and rescue missions!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 50.3%, Action 29%, Indie 20.6%
- #5 Tachyon Project
94% matchMostly Positive76% of 74 reviews2015
Dev: Eclipse GamesPub: SA Industry
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Tachyon Project is a dual stick shooter heavily inspired by classic shoot'em ups. We’ve combined many unique enemy types, a large variety of weapons and power-ups with innovative gameplay to ensure a long lasting challenge and discovery at every new level.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 50.7%, Action 21.3%, Indie 16.1%, Arcade 11.9%
- #6 Monsters!
94% matchPositive85% of 33 reviews2016
Dev: QuadraTron Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Monsters! is a dual stick shooter with a retro feel complete with pixel art and leaderboards to achieve that good ol’ arcade feel.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 57.6%, Action 28.5%, Indie 13.9%
- #7 Christmas Rampage
91% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Lamina Studios
Windows
Christmas Rampage is a 2D twin-stick shooter game. A fun adventure of Rudolph v2.0 in a shooting rampage eliminating evil Santa and his minions from ruining the spirit of Christmas. May the spirit of good buffs and useful weapons be with you in defeating Santa's diabolical creations and minions!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 51.6%, Action 27.9%, Indie 20.5%
- #8 BLASTER ARCADE
88% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Andy
Windows
Wanna Arcade?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 61%, Arcade 17.6%, Action 16%, Indie 5.5%
- #9 Boom Boom Bovine
91% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Wonderthing
Windows · Mac
The apocalypse is now, and only you can stop the invading renegade machines and mutants—with your deadly farts! Herd enemies, dodge bullets, and set off explosive chain reactions in this fast-paced dual stick arcade game. Can you save the world? Can you beat that last high score?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 43.2%, Action 25.5%, Indie 18.7%, Arcade 12.5%
- #10 Demon's Crystals
92% matchMostly Positive75% of 73 reviews2016
Dev: Byte4GamesPub: BadLand Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Demon's Crystals is a frenetic twin stick shooter where you guide the Urican demons through countless hazards in order to restore peace to the world. A variety of weapons and power-ups will help you defeat the massive enemy hordes.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 50.4%, Action 29.3%, Indie 20.3%
- #11 Sniper Fodder
90% matchMixed62% of 21 reviews2018
Dev: War game studioPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Inspired by the classic Amiga 500, you take on the role of a sniper, eliminating all the enemies without showing you.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 39%, Action 35.2%, Indie 25.8%
- #12 Birdcakes
89% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: Green Lava Studios
Windows
"Ptooey! Ptooey! Ptooey!” - That´s the glorious sound of bullets in this 2D shooter platformer! Step in a world of state-of-the-art Cupcakes weaponry! After a picnic went horribly wrong, Pancake the Cupcake desperately tries to fend off hungry flies away from his girlfriend Cherry!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.1%, Action 29%, Indie 21.9%
- #13 Incandescent 2
87% matchMixed63% of 16 reviews2019
Dev: Stephen Crabb
Windows
Incandescent 2 is a retro inspired fast paced twin stick shooter that will challenge you the longer you play. Pilot your ship and defeat the many waves of enemies in your way. Challenge your friends to beat your score in the Steam Leaderboards!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 43.1%, Action 26.3%, Indie 18.1%, Arcade 12.5%
- #14 Eclipse Protocol 2130
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: LunaPhantom
Windows
“A fast-paced action roguelite arena shooter where you battle relentless enemy waves, unlock new weapons and upgrades, and push your limits with every run. Survive dynamic challenges, face unique bosses, and become the final line of defense in 2130.”
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 54.1%, Action 23.1%, Arcade 17.2%, Indie 5.6%
- #15 Lifeless Vanguard
86% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: Zeus Game Studio
Windows
Shoot, dodge, get more powerful, defeat a massive fleet of enemies, take part in the toughest boss fights you've probably ever been in in this twin-stick/bullet-hell shooter. Do you have what it takes to survive and win?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 45.7%, Action 25.6%, Indie 17.6%, Arcade 11.1%
- #16 WE ARE DOOMED
89% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2015
Dev: Vertex Pop
Windows · Mac
WE ARE DOOMED is a twin-stick shooter where you zap polygon baddies with an absurdly overpowered laserbeam. Dive head-first into the action with reckless ambition, charge the SUPERBEAM, and zap everything out of existence in an instant.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 68.3%, Action 14.7%, Indie 10.5%, Arcade 6.5%
- #17 Omega Reaction
85% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2016
Dev: Nick Van FossenPub: Joe Censored Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Fend off wave after wave of enemies as you fight to victory in this twin stick shooter. Fast shooting guns, plus your ship's additional powerful capabilities help you fight through progressively more difficult levels, in order to escape and make your way home.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 64.3%, Action 25.8%, Indie 9.9%
- #18 Tinertia
84% matchVery Positive95% of 109 reviews2015
Dev: Candescent GamesPub: Candescent & Section
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Action-platformer set on a dying planet. Main protagonist - Weldon - must climb a vast expanse of ruins and tackle deadly sentient machines if he hopes to survive.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 63.3%, Action 21.7%, Indie 15%
- #19 IRON-PLUNDER
77% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: SPITZ CO
Windows
THE PLUNDER AWAITS! Ambient Noise needs comic books, and the Mecha-Skull shrines of the Machine-Faith can be traded for comics! Assault their constantly shifting stronghold by way of action-packed arcade twin-stick shooting, Crush your foes and get the IRON-PLUNDER (That being comics).
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 59.8%, Action 22.9%, Arcade 17.3%
- #20 Gemstone Keeper
84% matchMixed58% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Gamepopper
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Gemstone Keeper is a twin stick shooter where avid explorers go down into the Cistershire Caverns, a large, dangerous and mysterious set of caves and caverns that are filled with vast amounts of rare and valuable gemstones.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 59%, Action 21.8%, Indie 19.2%
- #21 Reviser
79% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: HyperNovaSoft
Windows
'Reviser' is a top-down twin stick shooter with RPG / Treasure Hunter-like elements. Your mission is to explore with the team members, get various weapons with random parameters and conquer all areas.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 51.6%, Action 27.9%, Indie 20.5%
- #22 BLASTER
75% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Andy Phillips
Windows
Let's play a new twin stick shooter arcade game called BLASTER
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 55.7%, Action 22.1%, Arcade 17.3%, Indie 5%
- #23 Ion Assault
86% matchMixed69% of 181 reviews2010
Dev: CoreplayPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
In ION ASSAULT players wield thousands of Ion Particles to blast, fry and disrupt anything on screen as you see fit! GAMEPLAY WITH A TWIST: By centering its gameplay around its unique fluid and particle physics system, ION ASSAULT adds a twist to arcade style space shooters!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 45.4%, Action 25.7%, Indie 17.7%, Arcade 11.2%
- #24 Blasteron
81% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Bunny on Caffeine LLC
Windows · Linux
Dash attack and blast swarms of enemy ships in this boss fight centered insane bullet hell frenzy. Combined with a heavy metal sound track and a hardcore difficulty curve, this twin stick arcade space shooter will definitely bring out the Shoot 'em Up beast in you.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 44.1%, Action 26.1%, Indie 19.1%, Arcade 10.7%
- #25 THOTH
79% matchVery Positive84% of 522 reviews2016
Dev: Carlsen GamesPub: Double Fine Presents
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
THOTH is a challenging twin-stick shooter you can conquer alone or cooperatively with a friend. Each stage is handcrafted to test coordination and puzzle-solving skills. Colorful minimalist graphics combine with an intense unnerving soundtrack, making for an exciting mix of art and arcade.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 59.4%, Action 23.2%, Indie 17.4%
- #26 Incandescent
82% matchMixed68% of 172 reviews2015
Dev: Stephen Crabb
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Incandescent is a fast paced action arcade game that scales the difficulty to your skill level. The goal is simple, pilot your ship and defend yourself against waves of unique enemies and bosses. Different powerups will drop to help you with upgrades to your weapons and health.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 46.6%, Action 24.5%, Indie 17.4%, Arcade 11.5%
- #27 satryn deluxe
66% matchVery Positive97% of 132 reviews2021
Dev: maybell🌻
Windows · Linux
a chaotic, infinite twin stick shooty✨
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 66.5%, Arcade 15.8%, Action 13%, Indie 4.7%
- #28 Meltdown
80% matchVery Positive85% of 822 reviews2014
Dev: Phenomenon Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Meltdown is a tactical arcade shooter featuring both singleplayer and intense online multiplayer. Become the most skilled soldier, choose your weapons, get the best upgrades, buckle up and start your mission. Be careful, each enemy has it’s own combat style, special AI and gear. Adapt to them to survive!
Why similar: Action 32.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 32.2%, Indie 19.8%, Arcade 15.6%
- #29 Scoregasm
82% matchVery Positive83% of 142 reviews2012
Dev: RC KnightPub: Charlie's Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 26%
Scoregasm is an incredible, variety rich shooter with a non-linear, branching paths style galaxy to explore. It's pretty, accessible, fun and really rather good! Blast your way through the galaxy's many varied levels and use your skills to change your route, find new levels, new enemies, unlock bonus challenge stages and fight the bosses...
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 63.5%, Action 21%, Indie 15.4%
- #30 Overclocked: The Aclockalypse
77% matchMixed69% of 59 reviews2018
Dev: Timewind LLC
Windows · Mac
Overclocked: The Aclockalypse is a roguelike bullet hell following The Keeper’s time-twisting battle to reclaim The Eternal Sands from Greenwich and her clockwork army.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 62.2%, Action 21.4%, Indie 16.4%
- #31 Zombusters
72% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: Retrowax Games
Windows · Mac
A classic twin-stick shooter with a twist, you will have to face lots of Zombies and other creatures with everything you got. Beware!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 57.7%, Action 24.6%, Indie 17.7%
- #32 Chuck Meowrris
73% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: WhyNot?
Windows
Play as the special agent Chuck Meowrris, as you attempt to complete Dr. Kibblesworth's Gauntlet of Randomness. With nine lives and five different classes, can you complete the entirety of the Gauntlet of Randomness and defeat Dr. Kibblesworth?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.4%, Action 29.2%, Indie 21.4%
- #33 Highway to the Moon
78% matchMixed69% of 26 reviews2016
Dev: Vernacular Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Highway to the Moon is a fast-paced scrolling arcade shooter where you take control of Jacob Helaway, stunt man and thrill-seeker extraordinaire, as he makes his way to the Moon in pursuit of the interstellar criminal known only as the Moon Man.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 55.4%, Action 26.7%, Indie 17.9%
- #34 Death Ray Manta SE
78% matchMostly Positive73% of 218 reviews2015
Dev: The Future Of VideogamesPub: Thalamus Digital
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Death Ray Manta is an arcade game where you shoot lasers to kill bad guys, flash lights at yourself and move to the next screen to do it all over again. Sorry, no T-Rex.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 56.3%, Action 18.7%, Indie 13.7%, Arcade 11.2%
- #35 Vector Assault 2
67% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: WizByte Games
Windows
Annihilate waves of enemies in this enhanced sequel with better visuals and improved twin stick shooter gameplay.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 68.4%, Arcade 18.8%, Action 8.8%, Indie 3.9%
- #36 Six Sides Under
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PaPePu Games
Windows
Every roll is movement - and ammunition. Battle across a living chessboard, unleash face-powered bullet storms, and stack wild relic combos in this fast-paced tactical roguelike.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 60.6%, Action 21.8%, Indie 17.6%
- #37 Polygon Pursuit
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Crumbleworks
Windows
Dodge, shoot, survive! Polygon pursuit is an arcade-style twin stick shooter where you are pursued by multiple enemies constantly. You play as a lone circle confined in a polygonal world fighting to survive against waves of unique enemies. This is not an easy game.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 62.1%, Arcade 17.8%, Action 15.3%, Indie 4.8%
- #38 Protocol Delta
59% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: itsBoats
Windows
enemies. orbs. on leaderboards.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 58.6%, Action 20.6%, Arcade 16.7%, Indie 4.2%
- #39 Anstorm
70% matchVery Positive82% of 72 reviews2018
Dev: Shiv
Windows
Simple and gripping gameplay most commonly as a classical arcade shooter. The game consists of short levels which is perfect for short breaks to relax.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 48.4%, Action 30.5%, Indie 21.1%
- #40 Yoiyami Biscuit
55% matchVery Positive96% of 113 reviews2025
Dev: tripper_roomPub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Gensokyo is overflowing with snacks! A roguelike twin-stick shooter starring Rumia where you fight using the power of snacks and items.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 69.4%, Action 24.7%, Indie 5.9%
- #41 Transcripted
81% matchVery Positive95% of 55 reviews
Dev: Alkemi
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
After 3 years, Transcripted the illegitimate son of Zuma and Geometry Wars is finally back on Steam. Discover now this unique mix of twin stick shooter and match-3 with its twisted mechanics and original story.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 56.9%, Action 23.9%, Indie 19.2%
- #42 ArchRobo - Robotic Annihilation
73% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2017
Dev: Ameet Sharma
Windows
This is ArchRobo, a top-down shooter. Featuring incredible visuals, 28 intense levels ranging from easy to incredibly challenging, with 5 large Bosses, dozens of enemies, and a plethora of creative weapons such as the Laser Sword, and Juggernaut power-up.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 47.9%, Action 24.7%, Indie 17.6%, Arcade 9.8%
- #43 Mobile Astro
74% matchMostly Positive71% of 182 reviews2016
Dev: Raxasoft Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Run, gun, and survive! In this twin stick arcade shooter, you'll be fighting your way through countless waves of enemies to restore maximum peace to the galaxy!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 48%, Action 27.7%, Arcade 12.8%, Indie 11.5%
- #44 Space Dance
70% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: hajo
Windows
Old-school twin-stick arcade shooter where enemies spawn to the beat of the music, made casual enough to fit into your lunch break. Easy to get going, challenging to finish, and nearly impossible to master the highscore.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 62.1%, Action 22.8%, Arcade 15.1%
- #45 Alien Death Mob
62% matchVery Positive94% of 50 reviews2021
Dev: Pug Fugly GamesPub: Thalamus Digital
Windows
Aliens have invaded Earth! Towns, cities, deserts, they're everywhere! Take on the role of Earth's last super soldier and confront the alien menace in this intense twin stick shooter!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 64.4%, Action 15.3%, Arcade 14.3%, Indie 6.1%
- #46 Story of a Cube
75% matchMixed77% of 70 reviews2016
Dev: TinyAtomGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Story of a Cube is an action packed shooter about a lone cube and his quest for revenge. Mixing elements of twin-stick shooters and bullet hell games, this is a hardcode arcade game with a crazy amount of explosions.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 53.8%, Action 18.1%, Arcade 14.3%, Indie 13.8%
- #47 Beat The Machine: Rebooted
66% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: Sanguine Studios
Windows
In this top down twin-stick shooter, help Sector VIII defend themselves from T.O.M. Play as Damon, the cocky cadet, willing to aid Pete, Logan and Syncopia in saving their home from total destruction. Choose from a variety of 60+ Radical Skills to defeat the incoming viral attacks across 20+ levels.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.6%, Action 23.3%, Indie 16.3%, Arcade 10.8%
- #48 Battle Squares 2
65% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Surtrflame
Windows
Battle Squares 2 is a twinstick shooter for 2-4 players. Play online with your friends, choose your weapons, and battle your way to victory! In Battle Squares 2 you can customize your own sprite animations, and the level editor lets you define the arena of battle!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 68.9%, Arcade 13.8%, Action 13%, Indie 4.3%
- #49 Polychromatic
74% 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 58.6%, Action 14.8%, Indie 13.7%, Arcade 12.9%
- #50 The Neurochemical Conjob
57% match9 user reviews90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Mind Over Matter Entertainment
Windows
Eliminate your negative emotions (but save the good ones!) as Agent B. Cell, in this intense and wacky arcade style shooter!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 59.9%, Arcade 18.2%, Action 15.5%, Indie 6.3%
- #51 Vector Assault
76% matchMixed56% of 18 reviews2015
Dev: WizByte Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Vector Assault is a fast paced twin stick shooter where you have to survive a onslaught of enemy attackers.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 66%, Arcade 16.8%, Action 9.7%, Indie 7.5%
- #52 Fragmental
71% matchPositive85% of 27 reviews2017
Dev: Ruffian Games
Windows
An intense competitive and co-operative, couch-play multiplayer twin-stick shooter with some of the fastest and most frantic gameplay around. It’s a single screen, explosive arcade blast of fun where the weapons and arenas are deadly and the rivalry is fierce.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 63.3%, Action 23.8%, Indie 13%
- #53 Moss Destruction
68% matchMostly Positive72% of 113 reviews2019
Dev: Shotgun with Glitters
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast-paced rogue-lite with procedurally generated, action packed levels. Rank up and install Mech Tech upgrades from an overstock! Snap on ability cartridges to your battle-mech, slay huge bosses through 3 distinctive worlds and guide your tiny green heroes towards victory!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 51.2%, Action 28.9%, Indie 19.9%
- #54 Pixelpusher
56% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2025
Dev: aetup
Windows
Pixelpusher is a drone-based team combat game that emphasizes positioning and momentum above all else. Control space and manage risk with every move of your drones. Play capture the flag with up to 32 players.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 67.7%, Arcade 16%, Action 10.5%, Indie 5.9%
- #55 Low Batt
56% matchMostly Positive78% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: ESAT
Windows
Step into the thrilling world of Low Batt, a heart-pounding Top Down Shooter that pits you against the formidable security forces of L.E.A.D. Industries. Navigate through intense challenges requiring a blend of skill and strength and embark on an epic robotic adventure to rescue your robo-dog.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 59.2%, Action 23.8%, Arcade 17%
- #56 Protocol Xeno
55% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: 3to1 GamesPub: Liam Healey
Windows
This hectic twin-stick shooter will force you to balance blowing up massive alien warships and growing your monumental arsenal. How long can you survive in this galactic brawl?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 69.6%, Action 24.9%, Indie 5.5%
- #57 Gridform
55% matchPositive92% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: Sherbb
Windows
Fight in an arcade arena against tons of enemies with weaknesses to be exploited. Progress through a campaign of 75+ levels each presenting a new challenge with different win and fail conditions. Gameplay so tight and colorful it will bring tears to your eyes.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 63.4%, Arcade 16.5%, Action 14.2%, Indie 5.9%