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Games Like Shape Shifter: Formations

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Action Roguelike, Bullet Hell, Roguelite.

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Shape Shifter: Formations is an action twin-stick shooter with rogue-lite elements, where you must destroy hordes of geometric enemies alone or with a friend. Select your ship and combine a large variety of weapons, abilities and infinitely stacking upgrades to craft your own unique build.

Reviews: Very Positive — 91% — of 269 reviews
Released: 2025-05-27
Developer: Castec Studios
Genres: Action, RPG, Free To Play
Platforms: Windows

Overview

Shape Shifter: Formations excels by blending high-intensity twin-stick combat with deep, modular build-crafting and cooperative play. These recommendations focus on titles that emphasize fast-paced arena survival, bullet-hell mechanics, and satisfying rogue-lite progression systems.

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    97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,456 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 21.3%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.9%, Roguelite 10.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Offers unparalleled build-crafting depth where you evolve your ship's form and weapons mid-run, mirroring the customization of the seed game.

  2. #2 Geometry Arena 2
    96% matchVery Positive89% of 433 reviews2026
    Dev: 011 Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Geometry Arena 2 distills RPG depth and Roguelite elements into a unique loop of [ Meta-Progression + Endless Challenges ]. Mix and match Weapons, Bodies, Modules, and Pets to craft your game-breaking builds! Minimalist lines, vibrant colors!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 35.8%, Arena Shooter 16.2%, Top-Down Shooter 11.2%, Bullet Hell 10.9%, Roguelite 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: A direct evolution of the geometric arena-shooter genre with deep stat customization and challenging bullet-hell encounters.

  3. #3 Voidigo
    96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 4,782 reviews2023
    Dev: semiwork
    Windows
    Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 8.3 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 20.2%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Top-Down Shooter 11.3%

    Why You'll Like It: Combines chaotic twin-stick shooting with dynamic boss fights and a vibrant, roguelike structure.

  4. #4 Brotato
    95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 114,107 reviews2023
    Dev: Blobfish
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 10.4 hrsMean: 36.0 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Brotato is a top-down arena shooter roguelite where you play a potato wielding up to 6 weapons at a time to fight off hordes of aliens. Choose from a variety of traits and items to create unique builds and survive until help arrives.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 25.3%, Arena Shooter 11.4%, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Bullet Hell 9.6%, Action Roguelike 9.1%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on strategic build-crafting and wave-based arena survival, making it a perfect match for fans of customizable action-roguelites.

  5. #5 Time Wasters
    94% matchVery Positive88% of 2,592 reviews2023
    Dev: Proton Studio
    Windows
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    Time Wasters is a space shooter bullet heaven roguelite. Equip and upgrade weapons, destroy swarms of enemies, and collect Time & Space Cubes to bend the timeline to your advantage.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 17.5%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Top-Down Shooter 12.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.6%

    Why You'll Like It: A space-themed bullet-hell that emphasizes rapid progression and weapon synergy in an arena setting.

  6. #6 Nuclear Throne
    94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 19,540 reviews2015
    Dev: Vlambeer
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 24.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Nuclear Throne is a post-apocalyptic roguelike-like top-down shooter. Not 'the final hope of humanity' post-apocalyptic, but 'humanity is extinct and mutants and monsters now roam the world' post-apocalyptic. Can you reach the Nuclear Throne?

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 22%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Roguelike 14.7%, Top-Down Shooter 11%, Local Co-Op 9.2%

    Why You'll Like It: The quintessential twin-stick roguelike that defines the fast-paced, high-stakes combat loop found in Shape Shifter.

  7. #7 Enter the Gungeon
    93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,698 reviews2016
    Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 31.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    Enter the Gungeon is a bullet hell dungeon crawler following a band of misfits seeking to shoot, loot, dodge roll and table-flip their way to personal absolution by reaching the legendary Gungeon’s ultimate treasure: the gun that can kill the past.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.4%, Action Roguelike 16.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.8%, Roguelike 11.8%, Local Co-Op 11.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Features masterfully designed bullet-hell patterns and a vast array of unique weapons that reward precise movement and strategy.

  8. #8 Entropy Survivors
    92% matchVery Positive80% of 511 reviews2024
    Dev: Moving Pieces InteractivePub: First Break Labs
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Entropy Survivors is a bullet hell roguelike where you simultaneously control a powerful mech and a sharpshooting space frog, featuring outrageously creative abilities and powerful weapon customization. Save the universe in single player or 2-4 player online co-op!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 28.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 14.3%, Action Roguelike 9.4%, Bullet Hell 8.8%, Co-op 7.1%

    Why You'll Like It: A cooperative-focused bullet-hell that captures the same frantic energy and upgrade-heavy gameplay as the seed title.

  9. #9 Risk of Rain Returns
    91% matchVery Positive90% of 28,557 reviews2023
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    Windows
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    Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.2%, Action Roguelike 26.5%, Roguelike 12.5%, Sci-fi 10%, Co-op 9.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a deep, cooperative roguelike experience with stacking items that drastically change your character's capabilities.

  10. #10 Champion Shift
    91% matchMostly Positive77% of 222 reviews2024
    Dev: SRG Studios
    Windows

    Unleash mighty Champions in this thrilling co-op bullet heaven. Shift into battle, create builds with unique abilities, and battle endless enemies to stop the Dominion's path of conquest. Rev through high octane missions, conquer epic bosses, and become an absolute legend!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.4%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Roguelite 10.4%, Roguelike 9.7%

    Why You'll Like It: Blends hack-and-slash intensity with twin-stick shooter mechanics in a fast-paced roguelite environment.

  11. #11 Galactic Glitch
    90% matchVery Positive90% of 904 reviews2025
    Dev: Crunchy Leaf Games
    Windows
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 61%

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    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.7%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Roguelike 9.7%

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    89% matchMostly Positive76% of 102 reviews2024
    Dev: RadhoodPub: Conradical Games
    Windows

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    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 36.2%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Bullet Hell 11%, Roguelite 7.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a unique art style and deep roguelite progression that rewards experimentation with different character builds.

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    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%

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    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.4%, Action Roguelike 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Roguelite 13.4%, Top-Down 7.6%

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    Windows · Linux
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    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 29%, Arena Shooter 13.8%, Top-Down Shooter 10.2%, Bullet Hell 10.2%, Action Roguelike 9.7%

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    Windows

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    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.3%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Action Roguelike 12.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.2%, Roguelite 8.8%

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    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%

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    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 27.3%, Arena Shooter 13.4%, Bullet Hell 9.5%, Action Roguelike 9.4%, Top-Down Shooter 8.9%

    Why You'll Like It: A high-octane top-down shooter that emphasizes survival against overwhelming odds and bullet-hell patterns.

  17. #17 Disfigure
    86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 6,390 reviews2023
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    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 68%

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    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18.3%, Arena Shooter 15%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Action Roguelike 12.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.3%

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    84% matchVery Positive94% of 910 reviews2024
    Dev: Jampacked Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%

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    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 14%, Twin Stick Shooter 13.4%, Action Roguelike 10.7%, Bullet Hell 10.7%, Top-Down Shooter 9.5%

    Why You'll Like It: Blends action-RPG elements with bullet-hell combat, offering a unique twist on the arena-survival formula.

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    Dev: Hobofeller
    Windows

    Collect synergizing items to create an overpowered character to fight hordes of cyclops monsters. Cyclo Chambers is a fast-paced, top-down arena shooter with light rogue-like elements. 150 items to choose from to create frantic combinations. Different runs every time.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.7%, Arena Shooter 15.5%, Bullet Hell 13%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Top-Down Shooter 11.8%

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    83% matchVery Positive83% of 1,554 reviews2025
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    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 10.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%

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    Why similar: Arena Shooter 19.1%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Top-Down Shooter 11.8%

    Why You'll Like It: Provides a straightforward, action-packed arena-shooter experience with plenty of roguelite upgrades.

  21. #21 Survivor Mercs
    82% matchMostly Positive74% of 170 reviews2026
    Dev: Wolpertinger GamesPub: Wandering Wizard
    Windows

    Purge the billionaires' robot army with your Merc squad! Fast-paced twin-stick action, frantic horde survival, tactical squad-building & tons of loot! Exploit game-breaking synergies to beat the M.E.G.A. Corp. bosses in ever-changing operations. Lock, load, and loot, Commander!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 24.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.1%, Arena Shooter 10.9%, Local Co-Op 9.3%, Bullet Hell 7.9%

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  22. #22 Neon Chrome
    84% 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 23.3%, Local Co-Op 14.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Roguelite 9.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A cyberpunk-themed twin-stick shooter with destructible environments and deep character progression.

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    Windows

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    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.7%, Arena Shooter 18.7%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Roguelite 10.9%

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    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 80%

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    Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 15.8%, Local Co-Op 15.6%, Top-Down 6.1%

    Why You'll Like It: An intense arena-shooter that pits you against massive waves of enemies with powerful, upgradable weaponry.

  25. #25 M.O.O.D.S.
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    Dev: StickyStoneStudio
    Windows

    Grab a gun and take down hostile robots corrupted by synthetic emotions! Combine weapon modifications and wreak havoc in this roguelite shooter. Let your emotions shape combat and alter boss fights! Fight alone or join up with up to 4 players!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 11.3%, Bullet Hell 11%, Local Co-Op 10.7%, Action Roguelike 10.7%

    Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick roguelite that captures the fast-paced, geometric combat style of the seed game.

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    79% matchVery Positive100% of 68 reviews2025
    Dev: Dot bloodPub: Targem Games
    Windows

    Kickback is a top-down shooter with roguelike elements, where shooting is the only way to move. Repel waves of mutants, create combinations of weapons and upgrades to survive at all costs on your own or with a friend in a local co-op mode.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 19.2%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Local Co-Op 15.9%, Roguelite 11.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.6%

    Why You'll Like It: Features a unique movement mechanic where your weapon recoil is your primary method of navigation, adding a layer of strategy to the shooting.

  27. #27 Polygunners
    80% matchVery Positive95% of 111 reviews2022
    Dev: Owen Hey
    Windows

    Polygunners is a cross between a twin-stick shooter and an RPG. Upgrade abilities, explore dungeons and towns, and fight bosses to progress through the world. Playing with your friends with local co-op cranks the experience up to 11 for satisfying dynamic gameplay.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.4%, Local Co-Op 27.1%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Action RPG 13.9%, Action 4.4%

    Why You'll Like It: Focuses on cooperative action and twin-stick mechanics, making it a great choice for players who enjoy local co-op.

  28. #28 Rogue: Genesia
    77% matchVery Positive91% of 8,452 reviews2025
    Dev: Ouadi Huard
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 11.7 hrsMean: 25.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Walk upon a new world and slay foes endangering it. Rogue : Genesia is an action rogue-lite game, where you fight relentless hordes consisting of hundreds and thousands of monsters, make your build, break the balance, defeat bosses and save one of the many worlds.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 47.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 13%, Bullet Hell 9.6%, Action Roguelike 9%, Roguelite 6.7%

  29. #29 The Spell Brigade
    76% matchVery Positive81% of 15,341 reviews2026
    Dev: Bolt Blaster Games
    Windows
    Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Survivors-like with ONLINE CO-OP for 1-4 players. Team up with your wizard friends to slay hordes of dark creatures. Complete team-based objectives, unlock new upgrades and create overpowered spell synergies. Friend nor foe is safe in this friendly fire bullet hell!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 37.8%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Co-op 9.1%, Roguelite 9%

  30. #30 Soulstone Survivors
    76% matchVery Positive91% of 26,366 reviews2025
    Dev: Game Smithing Limited
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 36.6 hrs≥1hr: 95%

    Face the Lords of the Void and their endless minions, collect their Soulstones and become a god! In this Action Roguelite, unveil secret spells, craft mighty weapons, unlock multiple characters, discover game-breaking synergies and conquer the power of the void.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 41.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 10.1%, Action Roguelike 8.4%, Bullet Hell 8.3%, Roguelite 5.9%

  31. #31 Outnumbered
    79% matchMostly Positive79% of 244 reviews2022
    Dev: Amped Horizon
    Windows

    Outnumbered is a mass-enemy top-down shooter with rogue-lite elements. You may be greatly outnumbered, but not outpowered. Evolve into the ultimate weapon of destruction!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.8%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Roguelite 12%

    Why You'll Like It: A chaotic bullet-hell experience that tests your reflexes against massive swarms of enemies.

  32. #32 Geometry Arena
    77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,405 reviews2021
    Dev: 011 Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 78%

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    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 36%, Arena Shooter 16.2%, Top-Down Shooter 10.4%, Bullet Hell 10%, Roguelite 6.9%

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    74% matchVery Positive90% of 19,061 reviews2025
    Dev: Lizard SmoothiePub: NEOWIZ
    Windows
    Median: 14.4 hrsMean: 22.4 hrs≥1hr: 92%

    Shape of Dreams delivers fast-paced top-down roguelite action with chaotic projectile-filled battles, fluid combat, and high-stakes co-op. Play solo or with up to three friends as you dodge overwhelming attacks and unleash devastating builds.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 25.1%, Co-op 19.3%, Roguelite 18.3%, Action RPG 13.5%, Top-Down 12.7%

  34. #34 Destropolis
    78% matchVery Positive87% of 287 reviews2020
    Dev: Igrek GamesPub: Games Incubator
    Windows
    Median: 42 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 47%

    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 19.9%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.3%, Action Roguelike 13.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.3%

    Why You'll Like It: A pure arena-shooter that focuses on destroying massive amounts of enemies in a destructible, neon-lit city.

  35. #35 Battle Planet - Judgement Day
    78% matchVery Positive88% of 78 reviews2019
    Dev: Threaks
    Windows

    Battle Planet - Judgement Day is a planetary rogue-lite top-down shooter. You are one of the universe's 3 most wanted criminals on the run, fighting your way through hordes of aliens, military and police units. There is only one way to reclaim your freedom - destroy them all...

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 15.2%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Local Co-Op 11.9%, Top-Down Shooter 10.3%, Roguelite 10.2%

    Why You'll Like It: A top-down shooter that takes place on spherical planets, offering a unique perspective on arena-based combat.

  36. #36 Temtem: Swarm
    74% matchMostly Positive78% of 2,650 reviews2026
    Dev: Crema
    Windows
    Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 17.4 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    Can you Survive the Swarm? Unlock mighty abilities and upgrades, find and collect Tems to evolve and become stronger, discover overpowered strategies, and battle massive bosses in this survivor-like bullet heaven! Play solo or online co-op with up to 3 players, building the wildest synergies.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 29.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 14.6%, Action Roguelike 9.3%, Bullet Hell 8.8%, Roguelite 6.8%

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    75% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,586 reviews2023
    Dev: Creature Cauldron
    Windows
    Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 19.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%

    You are the Spirit Hunters in this action rogue-lite. Slay huge waves of monsters and harvest their souls for ever increasing power. Unlock many playable characters, abilities, maps and more through a deep progression system.

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  38. #38 Voids Vigil
    73% matchVery Positive94% of 374 reviews2025
    Dev: caiysPub: caiysware
    Windows
    Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    Blast through robotic hordes in this arena auto-battler rogue-lite Brotato-like. Use auto-firing weapons and drones, timely dashes and special abilities to reach the Void where a final Conservator awaits convergence. Spend your Cogs wisely within the varied shops to create unique builds!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 19.6%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.2%, Roguelike 10.4%

  39. #39 Void Scrappers
    75% matchVery Positive89% of 617 reviews2022
    Dev: 8BitSkull
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%

    Blast hordes of alien ships into junk. Collect the scrap to upgrade your ship into an unstoppable force of destruction. Unlock new characters and weapons and upgrade your stats between runs.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 34%, Top-Down Shooter 11.1%, Action Roguelike 11.1%, Bullet Hell 9.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.5%

  40. #40 Spell Disk
    73% matchVery Positive89% of 963 reviews2024
    Dev: Sunpeak Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 82%

    Build unique synergy spell combos to destroy the hordes of monsters and bosses in this rogue-lite action game.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 35.1%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%, Roguelite 10.5%, Roguelike 8.7%

  41. #41 Army of Ruin
    73% matchVery Positive88% of 2,733 reviews2023
    Dev: Milkstone Studios
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 4.8 hrsMean: 14.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Wreak havoc on countless foes with mighty weapons and deadly spells! Enhance your skills and face even greater dangers! Army of Ruin is an auto-shooter where you become the Bullet Hell.

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  42. #42 Greedland
    71% matchVery Positive83% of 3,165 reviews2025
    Dev: VaMP HePub: Gamersky Games
    Windows
    Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%

    "Greedland” is a roguelike game mixed with survivor-like elements. It's reminiscent of Crimsonland and Vampire Survivors, and as the battle progresses your character will become a mobile arsenal of destruction!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.6%, Bullet Hell 12%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.8%, Roguelite 9.6%, Top-Down Shooter 8.8%

  43. #43 Genome Guardian
    72% matchVery Positive92% of 776 reviews2024
    Dev: Alpherior
    Windows
    Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%

    COMBINE WEAPONS in the microscopic roguelite turret shooter with macroscopic depth. Survive 6 modes using an astounding array of turrets, perks, mutations and power-ups on this psychedelic journey to the heart of the abyss. Shmup Mode turns it into a vertical shoot 'em up!

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Roguelite 16.1%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Roguelike 13.8%

  44. #44 SNKRX
    72% matchVery Positive94% of 4,326 reviews2021
    Dev: a327ex
    Windows
    Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    SNKRX is an arcade shooter roguelite where you control a snake of heroes that automatically attack nearby enemies. Combine different heroes to unlock class bonuses and create unique builds, and steer your unstoppable party as they ravage through endless waves of enemies.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.6%, Action Roguelike 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, Roguelite 12.2%

  45. #45 Windowkill
    70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 3,610 reviews2024
    Dev: torcado
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%

    Windowkill is a twin-stick shooter, but the game window itself is constantly closing in on you. Shoot the window edges to push it around your screen as you fight and dodge enemies and bosses in their own windows.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.6%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Local Co-Op 11.6%, Co-op 8%

  46. #46 Genome Guardian 2
    69% matchVery Positive98% of 307 reviews2026
    Dev: Alpherior
    Windows

    COMBINE WEAPONS in the microscopic shooter with macroscopic depth. BUILD YOUR NANOBOT from hundreds of parts. SURVIVE the microbial onslaught once more in this psychedelic dive to the Abyss, full of mutations, minerals, anomalies and powerup polyps. SHMUP mode turns it into a vertical shoot 'em up!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 28.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 13.7%, Arena Shooter 10.5%, Top-Down Shooter 8.6%, Bullet Hell 7.8%

  47. #47 Battle Shapers
    70% matchVery Positive82% of 1,089 reviews2024
    Dev: Metric Empire
    Windows
    Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 9.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%

    Battle Shapers is an action-packed, sci-fi FPS roguelite in which you shoot and smash your way through swarms of corrupt robots. Wield powerful weapons, abilities, and game-changing new powers stolen from ruthless Overlords.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 33.8%, Roguelite 25.7%, Roguelike 21.3%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Action 5.2%

  48. #48 Swarm Grinder
    71% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,176 reviews2024
    Dev: Last Bite GamesPub: Null State Protocol
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    An action roguelite game with alien swarms and mechs. Battle enemies to make your way through a mass of spreading and evolving cells hosting dormant enemies. Collect a variety of game-changing skills and upgrades to create unique builds.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 22.9%, Bullet Hell 16%, Action Roguelike 15.5%, Roguelite 12.1%, Roguelike 11.4%

  49. #49 Survivors of the Dawn
    71% matchMostly Positive75% of 749 reviews2023
    Dev: indieGiant
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%

    A roguelite horde-survival bullet heaven with QUINTILLIONS of bullets over QUINTILLIONS of hordes. Mix weapons with items, modify, control chaos at terminals and break through tightening waves.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 29.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 15%, Action Roguelike 10.6%, Top-Down Shooter 10%, Bullet Hell 10%

  50. #50 Crafty Survivors
    69% matchVery Positive84% of 749 reviews2025
    Dev: Flannel Bear Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 10.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    All heroes got corrupted! Unlock a diverse cast of crafty professionals, use their unique skills, create your own builds and defend your home by eliminating hordes of monsters. Gather materials, rebuild your village and craft your way to the origin of this malignous curse!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 29.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 11.5%, Action Roguelike 10%, Bullet Hell 9.3%, Roguelite 7.5%

  51. #51 Combat Complex
    70% matchMostly Positive79% of 56 reviews2024
    Dev: Spherical Horse Studios
    Windows

    A fast-paced ARPG / roguelike hybrid with lasers, alien bugs, WASD / twin-stick controls, random loot, and procedurally-generated levels. Wield legendary weapons, unlock devastating skills, create overpowered builds – and turn your enemies' attacks against them. Try the free demo!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 12%, Action Roguelike 11.5%, Bullet Hell 11.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.4%

  52. #52 NIMRODS
    68% matchVery Positive85% of 1,788 reviews2024
    Dev: Fiveamp
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 8.2 hrsMean: 12.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Assemble a limitless arsenal in this survive-em-up roguelite shooter. As a Gun Manufacturer's testing force, your mission is simple: test the latest gun tech and scavenge alien planets. Collect insane weapon parts to invent crazy guns that slay thousands. You may not survive, but your guns will!

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 28.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 13.1%, Bullet Hell 9.8%, Action Roguelike 9.3%, Roguelite 7.1%

  53. #53 Cosmic Carnage: Prologue
    69% matchVery Positive93% of 71 reviews2023
    Dev: LionSwordPub: LionSword Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Prepare for an interstellar showdown like no other in a gripping roguelike top-down twin-stick shooter set in the vast depths of space. Pilot your advanced starship, engaging in relentless battles against hordes of alien adversaries. Destroy, Collect, Upgrade, Die, Unlock, Repeat.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.9%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Action Roguelike 12.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.4%

  54. #54 Arcadium - Space Odyssey
    67% matchVery Positive94% of 114 reviews2026
    Dev: Luciano Bercini
    Windows · Mac

    A bullet heaven roguelite set in a procedurally generated universe. Land on planets to harvest resources, craft hundreds of game-breaking builds, and unleash them on relentless waves of aliens. Every run unveils a new universe: endless challenges, endless discoveries.

    Why similar: Bullet Heaven 32.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 13.9%, Bullet Hell 10.8%, Action Roguelike 10.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.2%

  55. #55 Chippy
    68% matchVery Positive91% of 1,174 reviews2019
    Dev: Facepunch Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Chip destructible bosses apart pixel-by-pixel in this twin-stick bullet-hell shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 19.9%, Arena Shooter 16.8%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Top-Down Shooter 12.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.6%

  56. #56 SHOOPER NOVA
    66% matchVery Positive85% of 631 reviews2025
    Dev: JamesikaPub: Gamersky Games
    Windows
    Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    Craft Your Ultimate Circular Fortress! Dive into SHOOPER NOVA, where you choose props and components to build a unique fortress. Unlock combos to shape your strategy and battle style. Become an unstoppable barrage machine and obliterate waves of enemies from all directions!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.4%, Roguelite 17.3%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Roguelike 9.4%, Top-Down Shooter 8.9%

  57. #57 Half Hour Hexagon
    68% matchVery Positive84% of 113 reviews2023
    Dev: Carson Kompon
    Windows

    Obliterate a never-ending horde of enemies while you attempt to reach the 30 minute mark. Race to earn XP and level up to gain new items and opportunities for each run to become stronger than the last.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.6%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Roguelite 12%

  58. #58 Neon Striker
    66% matchVery Positive89% of 85 reviews2025
    Dev: Zeno's Adventure Team
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Configure the weaponry on your ship to blast away enemies as you navigate through swarms of bullets and space battles. Each ship has unique customization options and playstyles.

    Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.4%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Roguelike 11%

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