- #1 PewPew!
97% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITE BRIDGE
Windows
PewPew! - move, shoot and upgrade!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 24.4% ★, Space Sim 19.9%, Aliens 8%, Top-Down Shooter 7.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.6%
- #2 Salvager
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Fox and Hollow Studios
Windows
Physics-based arcade, top-down space shooter. Pilot the Salvager, collect salvage to upgrade your ship, balancing an economy by mining asteroids and fending off waves of enemy ships, ultimately growing so large as to destroy planets.
Why similar: Space Sim 27%, Flight 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10.6%, Bullet Hell 10.1%, Top-Down 7.4%
- #3 Galaxar
96% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Exhibyte
Windows
Defend Terra against the onslaught of hostile invaders in this 2D top-down space shooter. Upgrade and empower your ship's different systems to stand a chance against the growing threat. If you fall, Terra falls, and the rest of the galaxy will soon follow.
Why similar: Space Sim 18.2%, Flight 14.7%, Aliens 12.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.6%, Bullet Hell 8.8%
- #4 Astro Flame: Starfighter
94% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Satur Entertainment
Windows
You are the last pilot standing against an enemy fleet. Upgrade your starfighter, face epic bosses, and survive the chaos of space battles. Astro Flame: Starfighter is a fast-paced arcade shoot ‘em up in the spirit of the classics.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 38.3% ★, Flight 16.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 11%, Top-Down Shooter 10.5%, Bullet Hell 9.5%
- #5 Nibiru Voyage
95% match6 user reviews17% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Cow Game
Windows
Nibiru Voyage is a classic scrolling game with weapon upgrades and hordes of enemy ships.
Why similar: Space Sim 29.1%, Flight 22.2%, Aliens 13%, Bullet Hell 10.8%, Top-Down 8.1%
- #6 Gratuitous Space Shooty Game
94% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Positech Games
Windows
Gratuitous Shooty Game is a hobby space shooter made by the developer of Gratuitous Space Battles, reusing the art from that game :D.
Why similar: Space Sim 27.4%, Aliens 13.8%, Top-Down Shooter 10.6%, Bullet Hell 10.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.1%
- #7 Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX
93% matchMixed67% of 30 reviews2023
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Soar sky-high in Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX, an electrifying entry in the classic arcade shoot-‘em-up series! Customize your music, wallpapers, game mode, and more before launching into high-octane aerial action!
Why similar: Aliens 16.9%, Flight 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%, Bullet Hell 11.6%
- #8 Starbreed
92% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: RegulusNSFWPub: Mango Party
Windows
Starbreed is inspired by classic 3D rail shooters with a dating sim twist. Each ally you unlock comes with a passive and active ability to add to your kit. Bring them in your party to raise their affinity, and unlock Hscenes with them.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 38.2% ★, Flight 20.8%, Bullet Hell 10.8%, Aliens 9.1%, Score Attack 6.6%
- #9 Gnorlbeam
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: llya TerebiloPub: Ilya Terebilo
Windows · Linux
An on-rail shooter where you control an alien saucer, which effectiveness depends on your score. Be good alien, destroy bad aliens. Gnorlbeam your way to world domination!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 37.5% ★, Aliens 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.8%, Score Attack 10%, Bullet Hell 9%
- #10 Spiders and Spaceships
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BearBogBoat Productions
Windows
Blast and dodge asteroids while trying to collect fuel and ammunition to continue the onslaught, while your ship is slowed and damaged by the various shrapnel of the very combat you engage in!
Why similar: Space Sim 25.9%, Flight 19.4%, Aliens 14.5%, Top-Down Shooter 10.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.8%
- #11 Void Eagle
90% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Corbett Caraglio
Windows
Void Eagle is a single player space racer that requires you to dodge obstacles at breakneck speeds while you try to make it out alive. Will you make it and post the fastest time, or go down in a fiery explosion.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.2% ★, Space Sim 32.1%, Flight 15.7%, Arcade 7.3%, Action 4.6%
- #12 ZAPNATOR
89% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: NoxBox
Windows
Dodge and destroy enemies and asteroids to get food and grow bigger! Be careful though, the game only gets harder over time. Deal with incoming bosses and find yourself your own unique strategy with the attribute system! Change up the gameplay with different stages and characters to choose from!
Why similar: Space Sim 28.2%, Aliens 13.8%, Top-Down Shooter 11.3%, Bullet Hell 10.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.6%
- #13 Starbase Gunship
89% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Mythical City GamesPub: Mythical City Games
Windows · Mac
Starbase Gunship places you in the seat of a weapons officer on a state-of-the-art Gunship as you defend a remote outpost from an Alien invasion fleet. With access to laser cannons, missiles, miniguns and nuclear warheads, you are the last line of defense between humanity and the alien invaders.
Why similar: Space Sim 26.5%, Flight 19.8%, Aliens 18.1%, Military 13.4%, Futuristic 8.7%
- #14 Polybius Invaders 2
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jonni The Dodger
Windows
Earth's fate hangs in the balance in this breathtaking retro inspired, Super Scaler Arcade Shoot-Em-Up.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 35.7% ★, Space Sim 22%, Flight 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.2%, Score Attack 4.9%
- #15 Planetary Defense
87% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITE BRIDGE
Windows
Planetary Defense - defend the Earth from attack!
Why similar: Space Sim 27.2%, Flight 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.6%, Top-Down Shooter 9%, Aliens 9%
- #16 Stolen Skies
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ToastyNerdzStudios
Windows
Stolen Skies is a top-down scrolling shooter. Fly various fighter jets against hordes of enemies, navigate clouds of bullets, complete objectives, and face off against massive bosses and enemy ace pilots! With several weapon types across 18 original aircraft, there's something for every playstyle!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 32.8% ★, Flight 10.6%, Bullet Hell 10.4%, Top-Down Shooter 9.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 9%
- #17 Wings Of WW2
86% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Take to the skies in this 2D depiction of World War 2 in the 1940's. You will be constantly under attack from Enemy war birds hell bent on taking you down.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 31.1% ★, Flight 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10%, Bullet Hell 9.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.4%
- #18 I, AI
85% matchMostly Positive72% of 69 reviews2020
Dev: Satur EntertainmentPub: Satur Entertainment
Windows
Classic scrolling shooter with modern graphics. You are self-aware AI. You were created on space military station developing weapons. Now your goal is to break out of the lab and win your freedom.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 37.6% ★, Top-Down Shooter 11.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.2%, Bullet Hell 10.7%, Top-Down 9.5%
- #19 Liquid Space Dimension
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: Ben KramerPub: Puppet Fox
Windows
Fly and fight through the vibrant universe of Liquid Space Dimension in this retro-inspired action shooter! As Sid Seaburn, pilot of the Star Drifter, master a wide range mechanics like drifting, laser beams, and torpedoes to get the highest score possible and stop the evil general Ra-Baba!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 42.3% ★, Flight 22.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Arcade 6.5%, Score Attack 4.8%
- #20 BitBeasts
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FellorPub: BitBlast Studio
Windows
Fast-paced sci-fi action roguelite where you pilot ships, battle endless enemies, craft companions, and evolve alien creatures. Fight bosses, unlock abilities, and grow stronger in a dynamic space battlefield.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 26.1% ★, Space Sim 17.4%, Flight 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 9.5%, Top-Down 7%
- #21 ALIEN WAR 2 DOGFIGHT
83% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Game Museum
Windows
The best shooting game with various perspectives
Why similar: Flight 23.1%, Military 13.3%, Top-Down Shooter 12.7%, Aliens 11.8%, Bullet Hell 11.5%
- #22 Super Forklift 3000
82% matchPositive100% of 36 reviews2020
Dev: Marcos Game Dev
Windows
Super Forklift 3000 is an arcade space shooter with a twist: you drive a forklift that carries and shoots up to three boxes. Defeat enemies and bosses while managing your different box types. Be careful not to run out of ammo!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Aliens 11.8%, Score Attack 11.4%, Top-Down 11%
- #23 Eskadrila X - Rift Protocol
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: xRatchet Games
Windows
A fast-paced 3D rail shooter with photo-realistic UE5 visuals. Destroy enemy waves, upgrade and customize your ship to meet escalating challenges, uncover hidden paths with secret rewards, and blast through fully 3D environments with physics-driven destruction.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 41.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Score Attack 9.8%, Top-Down Shooter 9.6%, Flight 8.6%
- #24 2x2=BOOM
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ButtonX
Windows · Linux
Pilot your ship through swarms of numbered enemies. Match numbers, spot multiplication combos, and destroy entire enemy waves with a single devastating Salvo! This is fast arcade action where math becomes your ultimate weapon.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 41.2% ★, Flight 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%, Bullet Hell 9.7%, Arcade 5.8%
- #25 Raiden IV x MIKADO remix
81% matchMixed70% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Buckle up and blast off with Raiden IV x MIKADO remix! This classic arcade shoot ‘em up comes fully equipped with new music, battle modes, vertical screen play, and more!
Why similar: Flight 20.8%, Aliens 14.9%, Bullet Hell 11.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, Top-Down Shooter 11.2%
- #26 Beyond the Storm
80% matchMostly Positive76% of 33 reviews2022
Dev: LeandroGabriel.net
Windows
Be NEARLY vaporized, crushed, blown to pieces, flame broiled, and electrocuted using your incredible targeting skills and class 1 fancy flying to keep you alive in this SHMUP that brings back the essence of the classic arcade shmups!
Why similar: Space Sim 25.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.8%, Flight 14.1%, Aliens 13.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%
- #27 Gamma Zero
78% matchPositive87% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Sinclair Gurny
Windows · Mac · Linux
The earth is being attacked by creatures from deep space! Time to bring the fight back to them! Battle through multiple stages of heart pounding bullet hell action. Evade the onslaught of bullets, rack up massive multipliers, and get revenge for your planet!
Why similar: Aliens 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.8%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Top-Down 11%
- #28 StarTron
79% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: LLC VWS
Windows
Take a part in a flight trough endless route of lightning sparks and explosive shells, take on the battle with the furious inhabitants of outer space and conquer these places, under wonderful cosmic tunes, in the name of glory!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 31.9% ★, Flight 25.3%, Aliens 12.8%, Arcade 8.7%, Futuristic 7.9%
- #29 Orbital Invaders
79% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: Shaggy Dwarf
Windows
3D Sci-Fi arcade Shoot'em up game. Destroy asteroids and aliens. Shoot them all!3D arena shooter with multiple worlds. Spaceship simulator and shmup arcade style game.
Why similar: Space Sim 26.6%, Flight 20.8%, Aliens 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 10.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 9%
- #30 AERA Flying Heroes
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GLHF Studio
Windows
An adventure for all those who dream of conquering the skies. Choose your pilot, upgrade your ship, and make battles against waves of enemies and colossal bosses. Collect stars, unlock new missions and write your legend.
Why similar: Flight 22.1%, Space Sim 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Bullet Hell 11.7%, Top-Down Shooter 11.4%
- #31 Katalyst
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dabuggy Games
Windows
Katalyst is a 2-D Space Shooter for the people who love and grew up with Space Shooters! Guide the Hero on his journey to defeat the evil aliens threatening civilization! If you like dodging bullets, precision shooting, and only being able to move in 8-directions, then this game is for you!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.8% ★, Aliens 19.2%, Military 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.7%, Arcade 6.7%
- #32 Nanoplanet Survivors
76% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Zac MarvinPub: Moonlighter Games
Windows
Nanoplanet Survivors is a heart-pounding bullet hell survival game set on a hostile planet. Battle relentless waves of alien foes and adapt with powerful upgrades and unique character abilities. Epic boss fights make every playthrough a thrilling challenge. Can you emerge as the ultimate survivor?
Why similar: Space Sim 24.3%, Aliens 13.3%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Bullet Hell 12.6%
- #33 Dimension Tripper Neptune: TOP NEP
75% matchVery Positive95% of 720 reviews2022
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Older Neptune and friends shoot and slash through enemies of Gamindustri in this rail shooter!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 47.4% ★, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.4%, Arcade 8%, Pixel Graphics 4.9%
- #34 Sex Goddess Punishment
76% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: HMS Game
Windows
This is a vertical flight shooting game. You can get special rewards for beautiful girls in the game.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 32.1% ★, Space Sim 29%, Flight 17.7%, Aliens 11.8%, 2D 3.4%
- #35 Under The Stars
77% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Sevufn
Windows
A space theme of a small casual shooting game. There are two perspectives, the character and the ship. The player can control the character/ship, dodge or shoot enemies, and replenish energy and various items consumed by collecting. Collect discarded parts and items to enhance character abilities.
Why similar: Space Sim 34.3%, Flight 30.5%, Top-Down 11.3%, Top-Down Shooter 10.8%, 2D 5.9%
- #36 Dental Strike
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Joycat Games
Windows
A throwback to retro shoot'em up games typical of the 80s, where you play as a tooth fairy fighting against rotten teeth and bacteria using different abilities and special shots.
Why similar: Flight 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Difficult 10.3%
- #37 东方远空界 ~ Ultimate Vitality of Imagination
74% matchVery Positive85% of 87 reviews2022
Dev: 神心飘游堂
Windows
「东方远空界」is a fangame of Touhou Project, a STG game with Touhou style.
Why similar: Faith 26.6% ★, Flight 20.2%, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Top-Down 10.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.3%
- #38 Topspace
74% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Topspace Crew
Windows
A topdown bullet hell game where you control a spaceship and fight waves of asteroids and enemy spaceships.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Score Attack 15.5%, Aliens 14.8%, Flight 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.9%
- #39 Zarlor Mercenary
73% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: Epyx, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
Top-down shooter action for the Atari Lynx handheld console. WANTED: Hot gun for hire. Travel to several exotic and dangerous places. Discover several exotic and dangerous aliens and kill them. Kill lots. For cash. Buy more weapons and kill again.
Why similar: Flight 23.7%, Aliens 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #40 Daetrix
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Cohen Karnell
Windows · Mac
Daetrix is an arcade style shmup with rhythm game elements. Shoot, dash, and shine enemies to the beat of the music, while flying off ramps and grinding on rails to avoid certain death!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 42.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Top-Down 7.3%, Score Attack 5.9%
- #41 Ex-Zodiac
71% matchVery Positive94% of 1,034 reviews2022
Dev: MNKYPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 1.0 hrs≥1hr: 34%
A fast-paced low-poly 3D rail shooter heavily inspired by classics of the early 90's. Join protagonist Kyuu as she fights to free the worlds of the Sanzaru Star System, overrun by the intergalactic terrorist organization known as Zodiac.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 45.5% ★, Flight 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Arcade 6.9%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%
- #42 Ark Defender
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Mischief & Mayhem Studios
Windows
Roguelike missile command. Survive as long as you can aboard the Ark, humanity's last hope, in a hostile galaxy.
Why similar: Space Sim 32%, Aliens 12%, Top-Down 11%, Top-Down Shooter 11%, Bullet Hell 7.8%
- #43 Oh, brave new “red” world!
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: MaSeKPub: MaSeKStrong
Windows
This is the game in the genre of Vertical Shoot’Em Up. Using only your mouse, you will lead one of the “Stalin` falcons” and take part in the Liberation Campaign of the Red Army in the far distant future.
Why similar: Flight 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Top-Down 15.2%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Military 13.3%
- #44 Sky Harrier: Alpha Code
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ninjainatux
Windows · Linux
Single player on rails shooter featuring aerial combat, nostalgic nods to classic arcade shmups, synthwave inspired aesthetics and a vibe to take you straight to the 1980s.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.9% ★, Space Sim 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, Bullet Hell 8.1%, Arcade 5.5%
- #45 Sophstar
70% matchVery Positive100% of 103 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: Aliens 15%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Top-Down 9.7%
- #46 Exorush
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Thrashmodule
Windows
A 2D vertical shoot 'em up that lets you upgrade your ship with an insane amount of options. From missiles and pods to specials and shields, you can upgrade every bit of your ship from guns to thrusters.
Why similar: Aliens 17.1%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Top-Down 9.5%
- #47 IcoNick Duster - Planets Defender
71% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: ima shouganai
Windows
Nick Duster, better known as "IcoNick", a war veteran of the intergalactic congregation, who has been brought back to defend the planets from hostile alliances. Control your turret, with high firepower. 3 game modes: Contracts, Asteroids and Invasion. Full of action. Hundreds of galaxies awaits. Go!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 43.6% ★, Aliens 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Arcade 7.4%, Futuristic 7.1%
- #48 Space Invaders Extreme
70% matchVery Positive87% of 265 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
The critically acclaimed update to the Space Invaders franchise has arrived to invade Steam with greatly improved graphics and audio! Packed with pulsing, vibrant visuals enhanced further by interactive sound. The invaders have evolved, the question is: can you keep up?
Why similar: Aliens 13.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Top-Down 10.3%, Difficult 10.2%
- #49 N-GON
69% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: quadape
Windows
An acid trip back to classic vector arcade action games with the unique bullet magnet mechanic. Dodge ruthless attacks, bend your projectile trajectory, destroy waves of enemies with the massive explosion chains. Die a lot! Then try again and get yourself to top of the leaderboards
Why similar: Flight 22.3%, Aliens 14.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Top-Down 10.8%
- #50 Airstrife: Assault of the Aviators
70% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Kenisoft Game Studio
Windows
Use Aileron Rolling or Evading your enemies' attacks while having a realistic damage system. Use different planes with upgradable parts and numerous weapons you can mount to your planes to destroy your enemies. Fly solo or play with your friends and enjoy local coop. A modern re-invented classic.
Why similar: Aliens 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, Futuristic 10.7%, Bullet Hell 10.4%, Top-Down Shooter 9.6%
- #51 Anima Shin Gun
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Vintash Vishons
Windows
A Bullet Hell Rail Shooter where you get shot to survive. Engage enemies and absorb their bullets as “seconds of life” by switching to the right color frequency. Thus, surviving long enough to break the time loop you’re trapped in and complete the ENTIRE adventure before the countdown gets to zero.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 41.1% ★, Flight 21.2%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.9%, Arcade 6.1%
- #52 Void Wars
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Skyburn Games
Windows
Dodge, shoot and free the galaxy of the evil space mega corp. Use a variety of different weapons and spaceships, each with different playstyles to overcome many challenging levels.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 31.4% ★, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Flight 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11%, Arcade 7.6%
- #53 Skyfire Legends
66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Benjo Games
Windows
Battle through 4 action-packed levels with the pilot of your choice. Face relentless waves of enemies as you fight your way to 4 powerful bosses. Compete against players worldwide — can you be the fastest to conquer the top of the scoreboard?
Why similar: Aliens 16%, Flight 16%, Military 12.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, Top-Down Shooter 12.1%
- #54 Timeloop Titans
67% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: LapaGames
Windows
Timeloop Titans is a fast-paced space arcade shooter where you defend the breathtaking Planet Gaia from relentless alien invasions. Upgrade your ship, conquer challenges, and save humanity in this cosmic battle for survival!
Why similar: Flight 23.5%, Aliens 14.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Top-Down 10.1%
- #55 Skythrone
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Biggame studioPub: Biggame Publishing
Windows
SkyThrone is a vertical shooter in which you have to defend the Earth from invading space invaders. You are a sexy girl commander who, from childhood, learned to achieve her goal at any cost. This skill came in handy when entering the military and subsequent promotion.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 42.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Bullet Hell 12%, Top-Down 9.5%, Arcade 8%
- #56 Solo Defender
68% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: JokerHeadOG
Windows
Solo Defender is a fast-paced vertical space shooter where you battle waves of enemies, unlock upgrades with Gems, and face epic bosses—including a drone-spawning Mothership. One life, multiple planets, and a secret level await. No ads—just pure arcade action.
Why similar: Space Sim 34.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Top-Down 12.1%, Futuristic 9.9%, Aliens 8.3%
- #57 They came from another planet
67% matchPositive83% of 36 reviews2023
Dev: Magnus FredrikssonPub: Bortbyting AB
Windows
A twin stick, fixed shooter, bonus hell, pixel art, shoot 'em up. Aliens have invaded and you, a blue housecat with a stretchy head, are, of course, our last hope. Fight the aliens on earth, under the ocean and in space in this risk/reward based fixed shooter inspired by old school shoot 'em ups.
Why similar: Aliens 23.5%, Flight 19%, Top-Down Shooter 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%, Bullet Hell 10%
- #58 Magnificent-1
68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: SlothLadDev
Windows · Linux
Get into the cockpit of an ace pilot fighting in the galactic war in this sci-fi arcade top-down shooter. Participate in numerous campaign missions to explore the story of Magnificent-1 and enjoy the arcade mode to strive for the highest score.
Why similar: Military 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Futuristic 12.2%, Top-Down 12.1%
- #59 Vortex
67% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: Endless Void Studios
Windows
In the heart of the Centraus V Galaxy a war has broken out as The Aldari Collective reaches to seize the galaxy by the throat. You fight as one of the Dovan Initiatives lead mercenary's. Out gunned and out maneuvered now only your skills as a pilot can save you as you enter a new world of war.
Why similar: Flight 22.7%, Space Sim 18.3%, Aliens 15.8%, Military 11.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.6%