Games Like Shatter

Super Hexagon is a minimal action game by Terry Cavanagh, with music by Chipzel.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 52.9%, Fast-Paced 14.4%, Arcade 12.9%, Rhythm 7.6%, Indie 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same focus on fast-paced, rhythmic arcade action that demands precision and rewards the player with a hypnotic audiovisual experience.

Thumper is rhythm violence: classic rhythm-action, blistering speed, and brutal physicality. You are a space beetle. Brave the hellish void and confront a maniacal giant head from the future.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.1%, Rhythm 16.5%, Psychedelic 12.6%, Fast-Paced 11.4%, Arcade 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: This rhythm-action game captures the same intense, psychedelic, and music-synced energy that defines the Shatter experience.

"Just Shapes & Beats" is a chaotic co-op musical bullet-hell based on three simple things: avoid Shapes, move to the kick-ass Beats, and die, repeatedly.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 53.8%, Rhythm 13.6%, Local Co-Op 8.9%, Fast-Paced 6.8%, Local Multiplayer 4.7%

Why You'll Like It: This bullet-hell rhythm game emphasizes music-synced gameplay and intense, stylized visuals similar to the core appeal of Shatter.

The legendary action-shooter finally comes to PC, and in style! Blast your way through mind-melting visuals and amazing beats, all in your quest through cyberspace to save a world on the verge of collapse. Playable on your desktop or in fully immersive VR.

Why similar: Arcade 23.6%, Rhythm 18.4%, Electronic Music 17.6% ★, Psychedelic 16%, Action 8.5%

Why You'll Like It: It offers a highly stylized, music-driven rail shooter experience that perfectly matches the sensory-focused design of Shatter.

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.

Why similar: Rhythm 31.3%, Arcade 17.1%, Local Co-Op 14%, Space 13.2%, Indie 8.8%

Why You'll Like It: This game allows you to play through your own music library, creating a procedural arcade shooter experience that aligns with Shatter's music-centric design.

Sayonara Wild Hearts is a dreamy arcade game about riding motorcycles, skateboarding, dance battling, shooting lasers, wielding swords, and breaking hearts at 200 mph.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 60%, Rhythm 13.1%, Arcade 12.6%, Action 5.3%, Stylized 3.6%

Why You'll Like It: This game delivers a seamless fusion of pop music and arcade action, mirroring the high-energy, stylized presentation of Shatter.

From gameplay to visuals to music and imagination, BIT.TRIP BEAT is inspired by classic games in every way. Get sucked into a whole new world of sight and sound as you juggle beats and ride the vibe in this modern look at the beginning of it all. BIT.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39.6%, Rhythm 22.7%, Arcade 16.8%, Indie 11.3%, Action 7.2%

Why You'll Like It: It combines classic paddle-based mechanics with a rhythmic, music-driven focus that feels like a spiritual cousin to Shatter.

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: Great Soundtrack 47.5%, Arcade 19.5%, Local Co-Op 14.4%, Action 6.4%, Indie 4.6%

Why You'll Like It: Developed by arcade veterans, this game provides the same high-intensity, score-chasing action and modern visual flair found in Shatter.

Dodge! Shoot! Go faster! Break the sound barrier in this unbelievably fast game and go straight for the first place in the leaderboard of BARRIER X!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 44.9%, Arcade 22.6%, Indie 13%, Rhythm 9.9%, Action 7%

Why You'll Like It: A minimalist, high-speed arcade game that tests your reflexes against a pulsing soundtrack, much like the intense boss battles in Shatter.

Geometry Wars: Retro Evolved is a old school style shooter, but remixed for the 21st century with next generation graphics and deep, modern gameplay. Playing is simple: you are a geometric "ship" trapped in a grid world, facing off against waves of deadly wanderers, snakes, and repulsars.

Why similar: Arcade 47.2%, Great Soundtrack 28%, Psychedelic 9.1%, Indie 6.3%, Action 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: A definitive arcade shooter that matches the vibrant, neon-soaked aesthetic and addictive, fast-paced gameplay of Shatter.

Ride your music. Audiosurf is a music-adapting puzzle racer where you use your own music to create your own experience. The shape, the speed, and the mood of each ride is determined by the song you choose.

Why similar: Rhythm 28.9%, Arcade 16.1%, Great Soundtrack 15.8%, Local Co-Op 12.9%, Indie 12.2%

Why You'll Like It: It turns your music collection into a rhythmic puzzle-arcade game, emphasizing the same synergy between sound and gameplay as Shatter.

A fast paced action shooter inspired by the arcade classic Super Pang! Use a wide selection of weapons and powerups to tear through increasingly challenging levels.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 27.5%, Local Co-Op 20%, Arcade 15.8%, Indie 9.1%, Fast-Paced 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, arcade-style shooter that features chaotic action and a vibrant, stylized aesthetic.

Distance is an atmospheric racing platformer. Fusing futuristic arcade racing with parkour, survive a deadly, mysterious, neon-drenched city by jumping, rotating, and flying.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 57.6%, Fast-Paced 12.5%, Arcade 11.4%, Local Multiplayer 5.4%, Indie 4.8%

Why You'll Like It: This arcade racing game features a heavy electronic soundtrack and neon-drenched environments that mirror the atmosphere of Shatter.

A space game about swinging trash into things and dying.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 31.8%, Arcade 19.5%, Local Co-Op 14%, Indie 13.1%, Action 9.4%

Why You'll Like It: This game uses physics-based movement and a unique, minimalist art style that feels like a natural extension of Shatter's physics-driven gameplay.

Waves is an Arcade Twin-Stick Shooter that's all about High Scores. Build your combo and drop bombs in pursuit of Leaderboard dominance over seven game-modes!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39.8%, Arcade 24.9%, Psychedelic 14.9%, Fast-Paced 12.2%, Action 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter that focuses on score-attack mechanics and fluid, high-speed movement similar to the flow of Shatter.

Downwell is a curious game about a young person venturing down a well in search of untold treasures with only his Gunboots to protect him.

Why similar: Arcade 33.6%, Fast-Paced 22.6%, Great Soundtrack 19.7%, Indie 12.1%, Action 9.7%

Why You'll Like It: This game offers a tight, fast-paced arcade experience with a distinct, stylized visual identity that keeps the player constantly engaged.

Intake is the new retro-futuristic drugstep arcade shooter from Cipher Prime. In this polychromatic love child of Dr. Mario and Ikaruga, you battle a never-ending barrage of pills, pushing your skill and reflexes to the limit to avoid a lethal dosage.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 50.1%, Arcade 19.5%, Indie 11.3%, Fast-Paced 10.5%, Action 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A frantic, score-attack arcade game that matches the high-energy, music-synced intensity of Shatter.

Neon Drive is a slick retro-futuristic, '80s inspired arcade game that will make your brain melt. You've been warned.From beautiful cityscapes and ocean roads to exploding enemy spaceships, Neon Drive has it all.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 38.9%, Arcade 19.7%, Rhythm 15.7%, Psychedelic 14.9%, Action 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A retro-futuristic arcade game that relies on rhythmic timing and fast reactions, capturing the same vibe as Shatter's more intense levels.

CROSSNIQ+ (CROSS-neek plus) is a speed-focused, arcade-style puzzle game inspired by "y2k-era" visual design - a tribute to highly polished, small-scope Japanese games from the late 90's.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 51.3%, Arcade 18.5%, Indie 12.4%, Local Multiplayer 11%, Stylized 5.6%

Why You'll Like It: This puzzle game features a high-energy, arcade-style presentation and a fantastic soundtrack that complements its fast-paced gameplay.

2121 A.D, with no escape options, Akane prepares for her final battle in the rain-soaked neon streets of Mega-Tokyo. Akane is an arena arcade slasher. Take out as many yakuza as possible, slashing and shooting in a one-hit-one-kill fight to the death.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 44.7%, Arcade 24.2%, Indie 15.2%, Action 12.6%, Casual 2.4%

Why You'll Like It: This single-screen arena slasher provides a hyper-stylized, fast-paced arcade experience that rewards high-skill play.

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

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 57.4%, Arcade 20.7%, Indie 12.3%, Action 9.6%

Why You'll Like It: A colorful, physics-based arena shooter that focuses on arcade-style score chasing and vibrant visual feedback.

Crypt of the NecroDancer is an award winning hardcore roguelike rhythm game. Move to the music and deliver beatdowns to the beat! Groove to the epic Danny Baranowsky soundtrack, or select songs from your own MP3 collection!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 58.9%, Rhythm 19.4%, Local Co-Op 11.5%, Indie 4.9%, Co-op 2.5%

Why You'll Like It: It forces the player to move and attack in sync with the beat, elevating the rhythmic gameplay found in Shatter to a core mechanic.

Experience the rhythmic thrill of BIT.TRIP RUNNER! With its retro charm, simple controls, and award-winning visuals, this classic sets the standard for rhythm gaming. Don't miss the game that started it all in the acclaimed runner series.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 32.6%, Arcade 27.3%, Rhythm 20.6%, Action 9.1%, Indie 8.1%

Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-based platformer that emphasizes timing and music, sharing the same polished, arcade-inspired design as Shatter.

Trace Vector is a modern take on tough as nails, high speed, vector, action arcade games from the 1980's. Turn up the music, navigate your ship through high speed warp networks, maintain your fuel reserves, avoid deadly hazards, and try to safely return home! Quarters not required.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 60.5%, Indie 20.5%, Action 15.9%, Adventure 3.1%

Why You'll Like It: This arcade game features a retro-futuristic aesthetic and high-speed movement that feels very similar to the pacing of Shatter.

Breathtakingly fast and tough-as-nails, Rifter is an acrobatic platformer drenched in neon and infused with a pumping 80’s synthwave soundtrack. Run, swing, smash and dash at exhilarating speeds on a quest to discover the secrets of a shattered world.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 37.6%, Fast-Paced 26.5%, Action 11.7%, Indie 10%, Arcade 9%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, momentum-based action game that rewards players for maintaining speed and flow through stylized environments.

The jailer is the key, kill him and you’ll be free. Fight your way free in this ultra-responsive, fast-paced sword-fighting and dual-stick shooting game.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 55.5%, Fast-Paced 22.3%, Sci-fi 7.1%, Action 6.9%, Indie 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: While more combat-focused, its boss-rush structure and reliance on rhythmic patterns and stylized visuals resonate with the feel of Shatter.

Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with procedurally driven missions and detailed shooting mechanics. Modern features such as real time fighter switching and squadron management make Xenoraid a fresh and thrilling shooter!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 33%, Local Co-Op 17%, Arcade 16.6%, Space 6.4%, Action 6.1%

Why You'll Like It: A modern take on the classic shoot-em-up genre that provides the same arcade-style satisfaction as Shatter.

Element4l is an immersive and experimental indie platform game, with a strong focus on flow and smooth gameplay, wrapped in an exceptional soundtrack by Mind Tree.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 71.7%, Indie 17.3%, Action 9.3%, Casual 1%, Singleplayer 0.7%

Why You'll Like It: An atmospheric platformer that relies on rhythmic movement and physics, capturing the same polished, stylized feel as Shatter.

Jump back to the good old days of arcade machines with Void Invaders: a colourful, chaotic and explosive arcade shoot-em-up game inspired by classics such as Galaga and Space Invaders!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 62.9%, Arcade 20.3%, Indie 8.6%, Action 8.2%

Capsized is a fast paced 2D platformer focused on intense action and exploration. As a intrepid space traveler, your ship has crash landed on a mysterious alien planet. You must navigate through the perilous environment and fight off blood-thirsty creatures to save your crewmates and escape with your lives!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 30%, Local Co-Op 24.8%, Action 14.9%, Indie 13.4%, Sci-fi 8.6%

Experience epic space battles while piloting a small, fast fighter ship as part of a fleet that lashes out against enemy factions across stunning procedurally generated star systems in Disputed Space.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 26.6%, Local Co-Op 18.7%, Arcade 15.4%, Action 10.4%, Indie 10%

Fast paced 3D action platformer.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 52.9%, Fast-Paced 28.4%, Action 13.3%, Indie 4.3%, Singleplayer 1.1%

Banging beats and mad style, Lethal League Blaze is the most intense ball game you can play online with up to 4 players.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 51.7%, Fast-Paced 15.9%, Arcade 8.7%, Local Multiplayer 8%, Indie 6.4%

Discover the secrets of the Calamity, a surreal catastrophe that shattered the world to pieces.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 81.9%, Indie 8.4%, Action 7.3%, Singleplayer 1.6%, Adventure 0.8%

Collider is a fast paced arcade game for 1 to 8 players.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 46.8%, Local Co-Op 22%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, Indie 6%, Action 5.4%

Set sail for 17th-century British Colonial Mars in Jamestown+: a cooperative shoot-em-up for 1-4 brave souls, designed to be exciting for players of all skill levels.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 49%, Local Co-Op 24.8%, Action 7.4%, Indie 7.3%, Co-op 4.8%

Spark the electric jester is an action/platformer video game heavily based on best classics from the 16-bit era from both sides of the aisle.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 62.9%, Fast-Paced 19.3%, Action 10.2%, Indie 5.4%, Singleplayer 1.5%

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: Arcade 26.4%, Rhythm 23.6%, Space 12.2%, Psychedelic 12%, Indie 9.6%

Navigate the beauty and hazards of the solar system while riding a wave of light through 100+ levels in this innovative action-puzzle game!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 51.3%, Indie 17.5%, Arcade 14.8%, Space 7.1%, Action 3.4%

ROCKETS fire ROCKETS at ROCKETS in this action-arcade, arena-combat, gorgeous festival-of-fireworks! It's dogfighting meets figure-skating in space with local multiplayer and single-player fast-paced action modes plus a ZEN MODE where ROCKETS learn to LOVE.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 20.3%, Local Co-Op 16.3%, Arcade 12%, Fast-Paced 11.9%, Local Multiplayer 10.9%

A non-shooting shoot 'em up where you must grow, make friends, and survive together.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 63.1%, Arcade 14.4%, Co-op 11.7%, Indie 5.7%, Action 5.2%

The original brick breaker returns with its toughest challenge yet. Survive as long as you can in arcade or take on one of 50 challenges picking up game-changing power-ups along the way.

Why similar: Arcade 33.4%, Psychedelic 22.8%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Action 12%, Co-op 7.8%

Save patients with your rhythm mastery! Rhythm Doctor is a rhythm game where you heal patients by defibrillating in time to their heartbeats. Learn each patient's unique heartbeat and defeat boss viruses trying to sabotage your rhythm, all set to heart-pumping, soul-soothing music.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 26.7%, Arcade 17.8%, Rhythm 16%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%, Co-op 8.5%

Brings the simultaneous turn-based strategy genre up-to-date and lets you give detailed, accurate orders to your squad.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 82.4%, Indie 11.1%, Sci-fi 4.7%, Local Multiplayer 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.8%

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: Great Soundtrack 39.5%, Arcade 32.2%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Action 11.2%, Local Multiplayer 4.7%

Co-op or single player arcade game full of delightful music. Designed to bring casual and hardcore players together.

Why similar: Action 43.7%, Indie 42.7%, Casual 13.6%

Take control of a nimble janitor to rid the world of dust and debris.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 70.1%, Indie 7.9%, Local Co-Op 6.1%, Fast-Paced 4.5%, Action 4.2%

Dance to the rhythm with your mouse!

Why similar: Arcade 29.8%, Great Soundtrack 29.4%, Rhythm 22.3%, Action 7.6%, Indie 6.4%

Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 65.9%, Fast-Paced 21.5%, Indie 6.7%, Action 4.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%

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: Great Soundtrack 49.7%, Arcade 17.9%, Action 11.1%, Indie 11%, Rhythm 10.2%

Enter the Rhythm Dimension. A homage to classic arcade rhythm games (Guitar Hero, DDR), with a modern aesthetic and soundtrack. Match colours and beats, spin, tap, flick and flow through the juiciest beats in the universe. Supports multiple control styles including MIDI DJ gear on Steam!

Why similar: Fast-Paced 23.8%, Arcade 23.4%, Rhythm 22%, Space 9.6%, Indie 8.9%

Tune into Aaero2 - a heart-pounding rhythm-shooter with 20 stunning alien worlds, each powered by a legendary Monstercat track. Trace ribbons of light, unleash devastating firepower, and conquer colossal bosses! Play solo or co-op and feel every beat as you fight to the soundtrack.

Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.4%, Arcade 20.2%, Rhythm 14.2%, Electronic Music 10.3% ★, Co-op 8.4%

Brickochet revitalizes classic brick breaking action in this fast-paced, explosive arcade game that all can enjoy!

Why similar: Arcade 40.8%, Action 25.1%, Indie 24.1%, Casual 7.9%, Singleplayer 2.1%

LICHTSPEER is an unforgiving fast-paced lightspear-throwing simulator set in an ancient germanic future. Get ready to feel that beloved 80’s arcade rush in this brutal, stylish and psychedelic adventure. Co-op mode for 2 players included!

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 39.1%, Arcade 14.9%, Indie 12.4%, Action 12.4%, Local Multiplayer 7.9%

Sonic Mania is an all-new adventure with Sonic, Tails, and Knuckles full of unique bosses, rolling 2D landscapes, and fun classic gameplay.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 60.3%, Fast-Paced 16.6%, Local Co-Op 10.6%, Arcade 6.5%, Action 3.5%

Pivvot is a thrilling game of strategic avoidance that will consistently test and challenge your ability to make quick, impulsive decisions. As the game progresses, you will have to rely on your instincts and problem-solving skills to navigate down the winding path for survival.

Why similar: Great Soundtrack 41.5%, Local Co-Op 17.3%, Fast-Paced 16.4%, Indie 8.6%, Local Multiplayer 6.9%