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Games Like Shmup Boss

60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Shooter, Action, Bullet Hell.

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Minimalist colorful shoot 'em up with a story! Play as the yellow hero trying to get back the essential item taken away from him in a world divided by forms and colors. Will our hero get it back?

Reviews: 4 user reviews — 100% — of 4 reviews
Released: 2026-01-07
Developer: Ebal Studios
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Linux

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  1. #1 Trapped In Here With Me
    97% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2023
    Dev: James Korin
    Windows · Mac

    Heart-pounding arcade shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, 2.5D 15.2%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Abstract 11.2%, Score Attack 10.8%

  2. #2 Endline
    96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Miniced
    Windows · Linux

    Endline is a 2.5D psychedelic bullet hell experience, combining rhythm and bright colours.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, 2.5D 15.6%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 7.7%

  3. #3 Super Glitter Rush
    95% matchVery Positive96% of 113 reviews2021
    Dev: tiny cactus studio
    Windows

    Super Glitter Rush is a boss-rush style bullet hell shoot-em-up!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Shooter 12.1%, Minimalist 7.2%, Cartoony 6.7%

  4. #4 VectaGuard: Zero
    96% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: RetroNinja
    Windows · Linux

    Arcade-inspired shmup action where neon vector caverns explode with modern visuals, dynamic music, weapon upgrades and intense score chasing.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, 2.5D 18.7%, Bullet Hell 14%, Abstract 11.6%, Score Attack 9.1%

  5. #5 Return Home
    94% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2019
    Dev: Verran
    Windows

    Return Home is an abstract horizontal shooter with dynamic levels and metaphorical explosions. The game is randomised and altered according to how well you play.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Abstract 16.1%, Bullet Hell 14%, Arcade 9.1%, Shooter 8.2%

  6. #6 cyber_serpent
    93% matchPositive94% of 48 reviews2023
    Dev: Q-Bit Digital
    Windows · Mac

    slither and shoot, but don't run out of space! cyber_serpent is an arcade twin-stick shooter combined with snake. compete for a global high score in this modern take on retro classics as you face infinite waves of polygonal enemies.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, 2.5D 14.4%, Abstract 10.2%, Score Attack 9.8%

  7. #7 WOLFLAME
    94% matchVery Positive85% of 116 reviews2016
    Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%

    Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 11.2%, Top-Down 7.1%

  8. #8 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
    92% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2023
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    This is a high-difficulty bullet hell shooting game and a sequel to "Bullet Hell Monday." It offers an exciting experience for players who demand advanced skills and precise strategies. As a common system, six types of special weapons are equipped, expanding the player's tactical range.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Bullet Hell 22%, Abstract 11.1%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 7.5%

  9. #9 Bullet Hell Monday
    91% matchVery Positive95% of 60 reviews2022
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    Beginner Welcome Bullet Hell Shooter. "Chapter Mode", which is starting from a simple stage and gradually becoming more difficult, is recommended for beginners. Once you get used to bullet hell, let's experience full-scale bullet hell in "Challenge Mode".

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Abstract 12.7%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 8.3%

  10. #10 Warcat Parade
    90% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Hefka Games
    Windows · Linux

    Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Score Attack 13.1%, Arcade 9%, Shooter 8.2%

  11. #11 Blaster Panic
    91% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: Pirate Dog Games
    Windows

    Blaster Panic is a 2D space shooter where you defend your home base against an onslaught of enemies. Fight through ongoing boss battles. Last as long as you can to dominate the leaderboard.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Abstract 11.2%, Shooter 9.6%, Score Attack 9%

  12. #12 LinearShooter Remixed
    89% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2021
    Dev: Annulus Games
    Windows · Mac

    "LinearShooter Remixed" is a game that combines vertical scrolling bullet hell shmup with rogue-lite that combine power-ups to build builds. Let's aim to clear the stage by assembling your ship with power-up while getting drunk with minimal and beautiful graphics and trance music.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Minimalist 11.2%, Shooter 10.4%, Abstract 10.3%

  13. #13 Akka Arrh
    88% matchVery Positive84% of 64 reviews2023
    Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Akka Arrh is a modern take on a scrapped project from the 1980s, providing players with a fast-paced, addictive, arcade shooter experience and psychedelic visuals. Protect your life rings as you chain together combos and go for a high score!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Abstract 14.1%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 9%

  14. #14 Resurrection Core
    89% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: ramen_keitto
    Windows

    Resurrection Core is vertically scrolling Bullet Hell Shoot ´Em Up game. It honors the arcade classics but also adds modern touch and unique game-play mechanics to the genre. Master the unique weapon systems and resurrect enemy cores to become the ultimate fighting machine!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, 2.5D 15.6%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 9.8%

  15. #15 A Blast From The Past
    86% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2023
    Dev: Happy Cactus Games Limited
    Windows · Mac

    A Blast from the Past is a stunning, classic arcade shooter. Includes gameplay modes for the casual gamer through to "Tournament Mode" for Hi-Score hunters! With 4K/360Hz+ support, experience smooth as silk gameplay in this dazzling arcade blaster with something for every arcade-going fan!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, 2.5D 23.5%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 11.1%, Score Attack 7.3%

  16. #16 Karous
    84% matchPositive93% of 30 reviews2026
    Dev: RS34
    Windows

    Slash, shoot, guard, grow! Karous, a Dreamcast shoot 'em up originally released back in 2007, is now soaring onto PC. Play as Karous, a girl who lost her parents in a great war with humans. Driven by her father's dying words, she descends to Earth in search of the Sanguis Dei.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.4%, Bullet Hell 27.2%, Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 12.9%, 2D 5.3%

  17. #17 BLASTER MAYHEM
    87% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stormduck
    Windows

    Weave and cleave your way through walls of bullet and push your score to unknown limits in this aggressive Shoot'em'up to save humanity from its own hubris

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Bullet Hell 23%, Score Attack 13.8%, Arcade 11%, Shooter 7.8%

  18. #18 ASSAULT SHELL
    86% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2021
    Dev: Team Overloaded
    Windows

    Engage in an action packed shoot em' up adventure! Choose from 4 powerful fighters and fight through 5 intense stages! Multiple tough and challenging bosses stand in your way, so use the insanity system BLANK STAND to erase them all!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Bullet Hell 26.5%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 10.2%, Top-Down 8%

  19. #19 PewPew Live
    84% matchVery Positive93% of 76 reviews2022
    Dev: Jean-François Geyelin
    Windows

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

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Abstract 14.2%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 8.5%

  20. #20 Proxy Air Force
    85% matchMostly Negative38% of 13 reviews2020
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    Proxy Air Force is a 2D Arcade Shoot Them Up game based on the story of the world war which broke out between the US and CES countries in 2020.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Bullet Hell 20%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 10.1%, Cartoony 8.1%

  21. #21 Gunvein
    81% matchVery Positive97% of 212 reviews2022
    Dev: NGDEV
    Windows

    Gunvein is a dynamic, aggression-based bullet hell shoot em up where you use lock on lasers, charged weapons, bombs & hypers to overwhelm the enemies before they overwhelm you.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38%, Bullet Hell 25.8%, Arcade 12%, Shooter 8.9%, Action 5.5%

  22. #22 Cybxus Heart
    83% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
    Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
    Windows

    Cybxus Hearts inspired by classic Japanese shooting games. This is a game where you control three different characters at the same time.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Bullet Hell 28.4%, Arcade 11.8%, Shooter 11.1%, Score Attack 8.3%

  23. #23 PAWARUMI
    82% matchVery Positive92% of 79 reviews2018
    Dev: Manufacture 43
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%

    Pawarumi is a modern shoot’em up set in a retro futuristic sci-fi pre-Columbian universe. You’ll take control of the almighty ship Chukaru and its three unique weapons! Shoot wisely to either do double damage, heal yourself or charge your Super Attack!

    Why similar: 2.5D 25.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Score Attack 10.9%, Arcade 10.4%

  24. #24 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    80% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 7.4%, Top-Down 6.6%

  25. #25 Sky Force Reloaded
    79% matchVery Positive93% of 2,659 reviews2017
    Dev: Infinite Dreams
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, 2.5D 11.3%, Arcade 9.3%, Score Attack 8.5%

  26. #26 Psyvariar 3
    82% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Banana BytesPub: Red Art Games
    Windows

    Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, 2.5D 17%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 8.7%

  27. #27 A Circle Among Squares
    81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Silent Circle Games
    Windows

    A hard, fast-paced, minimalist shooter/bullet hell game. Survive and shoot all black squares (or make them shoot themselves). 200 levels, lots of enemies and even more bullets!

    Why similar: Abstract 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Shooter 12.9%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Minimalist 11.3%

  28. #28 Touch Force
    79% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: www.superstargames.co.ukPub: Golocobiz Limited
    Windows · Mac

    Most unique top down shooter. Bring hell to insectoid robot invasion.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, 2.5D 18.4%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 8.9%

  29. #29 Blasteria
    77% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: Supermutt Games, LLC
    Windows

    A 2.5D Abstract Sci-Fi top-down shooter about decimating germs on a petri dish. Fill the screen with lasers to decimate hundreds of duplicating germs. Upgrade your cannon, manipulate the germ's characteristics, uncover the mystery of this bacteria, and fight the ultimate supergerm.

    Why similar: 2.5D 19.4%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Abstract 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Shooter 8.4%

  30. #30 Void Gore
    78% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Void Gore casts you as an ace pilot descending through the levels of hell and getting rich in the process.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Score Attack 16.5%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 9.6%

  31. #31 Centipede: Recharged
    76% matchVery Positive84% of 161 reviews2021
    Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 24 minMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 34%

    Blast bugs and chase high scores in this glorious revival of an old-school classic, all while jamming to a heart-pounding original score by Megan McDuffee. Play solo or tag in a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Abstract 14.6%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 10.7%, Top-Down 8.9%

  32. #32 Flying Fury
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Panzero
    Windows

    A side scrolling shooter with a bullet hell influence. Does it explode? Yes. Everything does. Enemies show their battle damage through having chunks be blown off. There are multiple enemies all with unique behaviours, all which are designed in junction with each other.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 10.5%, Cartoony 9%

  33. #33 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
    74% matchVery Positive95% of 84 reviews2023
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    "Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, Abstract 9.1%, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 7.3%

  34. #34 Hoodie Survivor and Super Hoodie Bros
    75% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2024
    Dev: The Voices Games
    Windows

    Auto shooter score attack survival game where your character moves forward continuously and you control the direction of travel by rotating left and right

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Shooter 14%, Arcade 13.1%, Score Attack 7.9%

  35. #35 Ad SHOOt(アドシュー)
    74% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: BOCSTE, Ltd.
    Windows

    A 2D vertical scrolling bullet-hell shooter game where you shoot down fictional advertisements. Features 7 stages and full Japanese voice acting.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Bullet Hell 28.7%, Shooter 14.2%, Score Attack 7.6%, Arcade 5.2%

  36. #36 Circles of Hell
    76% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
    Dev: TobiasPub: Atlas Industries
    Windows

    A Faustian descent into madness and frustration inside a universe with only a single shape and no regard for safety.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Abstract 15.7%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 9.9%

  37. #37 Astar Solis
    77% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Rooklift Labs
    Windows

    A minimalistic 2D shoot-em-up, based on dodging bullets.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Bullet Hell 29.5%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 10.3%, Minimalist 7.2%

  38. #38 EGGCONSOLE ZANAC EX MSX2
    72% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
    Dev: D4Enterprise Co.,Ltd.
    Windows

    The Zanac battle, which was supposed to have ended, was not over. To suppress the reactivated organic intelligence, Zanac takes flight once again!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Bullet Hell 20%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 13.2%, Action 7.2%

  39. #39 Vectro Blast
    75% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Sagittaras Games
    Windows

    Jump into endless fights in this arcade game. You have just one job: Survive as long as you can and beat your score over and over. The enemies are stronger with each wave so your journey to great score would not be easy.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Score Attack 15.1%, Arcade 13.3%, Bullet Hell 10%, Minimalist 8.5%

  40. #40 Feeble Light
    73% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off as a little star trying to rid the cosmos of angry celestial beings in Feeble Light, a 3-tone pixel art shoot’em up where minimalistic presentation makes way for precision controls and fluid animation!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 10.9%, Old School 5.2%

  41. #41 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    71% matchPositive75% of 12 reviews2026
    Dev: N11 Games Division
    Windows

    A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 10.9%, Top-Down 8.8%

  42. #42 Sky Force Anniversary
    73% matchVery Positive92% of 2,138 reviews2015
    Dev: Infinite Dreams
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%

    Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.5%, Bullet Hell 22%, 2.5D 10%, Arcade 9%, Score Attack 6.8%

  43. #43 misaligned
    73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
    Dev: Michal Kelisek
    Windows

    Classic 80s inspired shooter

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 10.1%, Minimalist 7.8%

  44. #44 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
    71% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: JMC
    Windows · Linux

    Defender's Squad is a sci-fi vertical scrolling shooter 2D that combines 7 different levels. Play Solo and pick one of the 3 ships to kill enemies and save the earth from aliens.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Shooter 13%, Score Attack 12%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, Top-Down 10.9%

  45. #45 Touhou Kinjoukyou ~ Fossilized Wonders.
    68% matchVery Positive91% of 804 reviews2025
    Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
    Windows

    Team Shanghai Alice presents a bullet hell shooter! The 20th installment of the Touhou Project. Utilize the powers you've acquired to overcome new challenges!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.8%, Bullet Hell 27.4%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 9.9%, Score Attack 7.6%

  46. #46 Marimoth
    72% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2021
    Dev: Nether Lamp
    Windows

    Marimoth is a short shoot 'em up that puts in control of a moth whose shots bounce off the walls. Calculate your aim, evade enemy attacks by learning their patterns and collect coins to power up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Arcade 12.6%, Score Attack 10.4%, Shooter 10.1%

  47. #47 Eigengrau
    69% matchVery Positive100% of 88 reviews2023
    Dev: Martin Mauersics
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, 2.5D 17.4%, Score Attack 11.2%, Shooter 9.8%

  48. #48 ASSAULT SHELL 2
    70% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Overloaded
    Windows

    A high-risk, high reward shoot em up as you power yourself and your enemies up to bring utter chaos to the battlefield!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Bullet Hell 26.6%, Score Attack 13.8%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 9.7%

  49. #49 SPLIT BULLET
    70% matchVery Positive91% of 74 reviews2016
    Dev: IndigoBlue Game StudioPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    SPLIT BULLET is a game all about 'splitting up' a massive crowd of enemies—yes, those polygons—crawling towards you. Don't let 'em get you and survive as long as you can, by using your instincts and weapons.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Abstract 13.3%, Minimalist 11.9%, Score Attack 9%

  50. #50 Space Waves
    70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Space Waves is a procedurally generated 2D arcade style shooter with multiple collectable power ups and varying enemy types. This game will casually draw you in and then increase the pace and difficulty as you progress through the never ending levels.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 11.1%, Top-Down 7.4%

  51. #51 Space Moth: Lunar Edition
    68% matchPositive89% of 36 reviews2021
    Dev: 1CC GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
    Windows

    1CC Games’ first shoot ’em up returns with totally overhauled visuals, all-new enemies and attacks, a deeper scoring system, remixed soundtrack and fresh player powers. Space Moth: Lunar Edition is the ultimate version of the beloved cult classic.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Score Attack 11.1%, Arcade 10.4%, Shooter 8.1%

  52. #52 Basilisk looks into the Mirror
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Projector Studios
    Windows

    Shmup. Unlock. Customise. Experiment. Upgrade. Basilisk. Petrify. Easy.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 17%, Abstract 16.2%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9%

  53. #53 Little Turrets
    67% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Grand Reduction
    Windows

    Build turret defenses to survive, gradually expanding your territory to escape to the next level. Don't get too comfortable though, the levels go on forever. Do they get old eventually? Probably. But you'll keep coming back for more.

    Why similar: 2.5D 20.9%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Abstract 16.2%, Arcade 9.8%, Minimalist 8.2%

  54. #54 Crucible
    67% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
    Dev: TriScalePub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Bullet Hell 28.4%, Shooter 12%, Top-Down 9.8%, Score Attack 7.9%

  55. #55 Flashover MegaSector
    69% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
    Dev: Happy Frog Games
    Windows

    Using a powerful weapon and raw skill, can you take out an entire space pirate fleet? Harken back to the era of old browser games in this fast-paced bullet hell shoot 'em up where stages change based on objectives cleared!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Abstract 14.8%, Score Attack 13.6%, Arcade 8.2%

  56. #56 Return Ace
    68% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
    Dev: NEROTA
    Windows

    Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 10.5%, Top-Down 8.9%

  57. #57 Rangok Skies
    67% matchMostly Positive73% of 40 reviews2021
    Dev: Samurai Games
    Windows · Mac

    War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Bullet Hell 22.4%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 12.8%, Score Attack 7.8%

  58. #58 Lilac 0
    63% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2025
    Dev: Bullet Prince
    Windows

    The machine world of Molybdion has fallen into disarray. As Nidhogg eats the root of the planet, unending wars rage on the surface! Slice your way through hordes of metallic foes in five frantic levels, defeat fearsome bosses, and dodge countless bullets in this vintage vertical shoot 'em up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Arcade 12.4%, Shooter 11.9%, Old School 6.6%

  59. #59 G.O.M.P!
    66% matchMostly Positive80% of 15 reviews2023
    Dev: Silent Gnome Studios
    Windows · Mac

    G.O.M.P! is an action-packed game where you defend your farm from invaders. Compete with friends and survive wave after wave of enemies. Yeehaw!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, 2.5D 19.4%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 10.7%

  60. #60 Solid Aether
    66% matchPositive100% of 39 reviews2018
    Dev: FAL Works
    Windows · Mac

    NOTHING BUT BULLET HELL. Solid Aether is a bullet hell shoot'em up game that is extremely simple designed. It is a classic 2D shooter game featuring a variety of bullet patterns that are generated continuously in a stylish black and white world.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Abstract 17.8%, Minimalist 13.6%, Action 8.9%

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