60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Arcade, Shoot 'Em Up, 2D.
SHOCKWAVE TRIGGERS is an arcade high resolution pixel art shmup/shoot'em up, in which you use the power of Shockwaves and a good timing to get the most bonus from your destroyed enemies. It's simple: shoot, dodge, wait and SHOCKWAVE!
Eden's Eclipse
The third installment in the Eden series A 2D bullet-hell vertical-scrolling shump with a feel reminiscent of arcade games from the 1990s to the 2000s.
GunBird
The second installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooters, following the 1993 Best Shooting Game award winner “Sengoku Ace”.
The third installment in the Eden series A 2D bullet-hell vertical-scrolling shump with a feel reminiscent of arcade games from the 1990s to the 2000s.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 11.3%, Bullet Hell 10.8%
The second installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooters, following the 1993 Best Shooting Game award winner “Sengoku Ace”.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 10.7%, Bullet Hell 10%
Not a regular shmup player? No worries! This is a super chill, low-difficulty, fully voiced bullet hell shooter just for you! Wipe out the AI machine armada attacking from all directions!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, 1990's 12.8%, Bullet Hell 11.1%, Shooter 10.4%
Triangle Service presents the essential arcade experience! Power up your ship, evade enemy fire, and blast your way to the final boss in DeltaZeal!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Local Co-Op 11%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.1%, 1990's 7.7%
Welcome back to 1996! This shared screen space shooter is the perfect 4-player competitive game for some casual fun!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, 1990's 12.9%, Shooter 11.1%, Old School 10.2%
Touhou Renkyouto is a top-down bullet hell title starring the green-eyed Parsee Mizuhashi. Adventure from the Underworld to the surface and back again to solve an incident involving stray spirits causing chaos, and maybe help Parsee realize her love along the way.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, Shooter 10.6%, Bullet Hell 10.5%, Arcade 9.5%
The Saikyo-style system, trusted by players from casual gamers to hardcore enthusiasts, now features a new three-stage charge shot enhancement system, significantly boosting strategic depth. If you haven't played it yet, we urge you to give it a try.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 11.4%, 1990's 10.5%
SOLSTORM is a classic hand-crafted arcade bullet hell, skillfully weave, and dodge through 9 stages with waves of projectiles as you persevere and see a space odyssey to the end!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, 1990's 9.6%, Shooter 9.4%
A sequel that isn’t afraid to be different. EXZEAL is the followup to TRIZEAL Remix, but it’s much more than a simple rehash. Choose between multiple ships and specialize in each one’s weapon system. Will you focus on shooting, shot charging, or close-range attacks? In EXZEAL, it’s your choice.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, Bullet Hell 10.7%, 1990's 10.4%, Old School 9.3%
A mysterious scent has caused everyone's hair to grow haywire...
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, 1990's 11.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, Bullet Hell 9.8%, Shooter 9.7%
Blast off for a retro arcade experience in RedRaptor, a vertical shoot’em up inspired by genre classics of the ’90s!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, 1990's 14.1%, Shooter 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%
A 2D top-down arena shooter. A freely scrolling shooter. Pixel graphics reminiscent of the SNES. Easy to control with the directional pad, two shot buttons, and a bomb button. Make full use of your two shots to smash through enemies.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, 1990's 10.5%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 8.9%
A fast-paced vertical shooter built for short sessions! 2-Minute and 5-Minute score attack modes with beautiful X68000-style pixel art.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, 1990's 15.5%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 10.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.1%
Ayako's Mission is a 2D Top-Down Shoot'em Up game based on the story of the war breaking out between the two territories called, AY Corp and ATO Corp. where you must defend your territory against the invaders.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Bullet Hell 10.9%, Old School 10.7%, Shooter 9.6%
Killon is a retro shooter that features exhilarating combat, manic enemies and a charged cannon waiting to be unleashed. Fly a starship across the universe and restore the future today.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Bullet Hell 10.1%, 1990's 9.8%, Shooter 9.5%
A thunderous concert appears...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 12.4%, 1990's 12.2%, Bullet Hell 10.8%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 9.6%
Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 7.6%
Shin Sophstar is a high-voltage remix built for speed and scoring. With 25+ ship variants, mid-run ship switching, and an aggressive, deeply layered scoring system, it delivers a faster, sharper arcade experience for all skill levels.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Arcade 11%, 1990's 8.3%
Four years after their previous work “GUNBIRD,” a new, even more powerful five-member group has arrived.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Shooter 12.7%, 1990's 12.4%, Arcade 12.2%, Bullet Hell 9.9%
This is a retro space shooting game, where you only fight against the strongest enemy. There are 15 unique bosses in the game, and players need to use different weapons and strategies to defeat them. Dedicated to you who are both challengers and retro game lovers.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Shooter 13%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, Arcade 11.7%, Old School 7.9%
After the last human war, gases were spread through the atmosphere making it unbreathable. The richest to fled to orbital colonies and the others took refuge underground. Get ready to fight giant Insects for the future of humanity !
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.7%, Post-apocalyptic 10.7%, Bullet Hell 9.7%, 1990's 9.7%
Nebula Warrior is a fast-paced arcade space shooter, a 15–20 minute action-driven experience designed like a high-intensity road trip through space. It evolves from a classic top-down shooter into a full 3D jet-style space combat, blending nostalgia with modern intensity.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Shooter 11.8%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Arcade 11%
A science fiction-themed vertically scrolling shoot 'em up game known for its stunning detailed pixel art, gigantic bosses, and a menacing difficulty. From the legendary studio Toaplan, this is quite possibly the most rock and roll shooting game of all time.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, 1990's 11.5%, Arcade 9.5%
The ultra-hardcore, authentic vertical scrolling shooter game comes back to life in the modern age. Dodge, shoot, and destroy. Conquer all six stages and experience the real thrill of vertical scrolling shooter.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, 1990's 13.8%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 12.9%
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 19.4%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 10.9%, 1990's 9.9%
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: Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Local Co-Op 13.8%, Bullet Hell 10.6%, Local Multiplayer 9.6%
Punch through the cosmos! An arcade-inspired shoot-em-up where you play as an immortal lobster speeding through space.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Arcade 12.3%, 1990's 10.6%
Experience the epic conclusion of Toaplan's legendary shooter series with Batsugun including the lauded Special version! Choose your favorite character and spaceship in this thrilling genre-defining bullet-hell action. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Bullet Hell 12.7%, 1990's 10.2%, Arcade 10%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Bullet Hell 11.5%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 8.4%
PowerUp and BusterAttack! Despite the beauty of the Danmaku aggressive playing leads to victory in this Makaism Danmaku shooter. The Danmaku Garden awaits you. There's even a cat!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Shooter 11.8%, 1990's 10.9%, Arcade 10.3%
Grind Stormer, aka V・V, is a vertically scrolling manic shooter with gorgeous pixel art graphics and an upbeat FM soundtrack. Developed by an all-star team at the legendary Japanese studio Toaplan, known for their stellar shoot ‘em ups.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, 1990's 12.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Bullet Hell 10.5%, Old School 8.7%
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Shooter 12.5%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Retro 8.2%
Save the world from Dinah's threat by defeating angels, demons, beasts, and aliens.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Shooter 12.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10.5%, Local Multiplayer 9.9%, Local Co-Op 9.6%
Touhou-like 2D shooting!!! Chubby protagonist!! Orthodox and easy to understand operation!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Shooter 11.6%, 1990's 9.6%
A post-apocalyptic arcade shooter. Collect fuel and dodge enemy fire as you fight back against the evil Scorpio gang. Mixes cars, shmups and themes that would have been right at home in 80's anime and arcades..
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.2%, Post-apocalyptic 11.5%, Shooter 9.6%, 1990's 9.3%
Blast through alien hordes as the finest cyborg mercenary in existence! To emerge victorious, you'll need to manage time and resources skillfully. Toaplan's run-and-gun smash-hit finally arrives on PC, reloaded with new features and quality-of-life extras!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, 1990's 12.7%, Local Co-Op 12%, Shoot 'Em Up 11%, Old School 10.8%
Summoned into the otherworldly realm of 'NewMe NuMe LuMe', the protagonist Kim Ttolttol must aid the gods who summoned her to defeat enemies and return home in this 2D top-down action game. Utilize a variety of weapons to vanquish diverse foes!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23%, Shooter 14.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%, Arcade 11.9%, Bullet Hell 9.5%
Beyond Solar is an intense pixel art bullet hell shooter that captures the feel of retro arcade classics while introducing modern systems. Master tight controls, dodge relentless enemy patterns, and survive increasingly chaotic encounters through skill and smart decision-making.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.7%, Post-apocalyptic 11.6%, Old School 10.3%, Bullet Hell 10%
In the vast depths of space, lies a man with a dark past. Setting himself apart from that old life, and seeking justice against wrongdoing instead of being the cause of it, Captain Righteous uses the Freedom Fighter, his trusty space fighter to search for and combat the evil Captain Buster!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 15%, Old School 12.5%, Shooter 11.3%, Bullet Hell 11.2%, Arcade 10.2%
Game Tengoku CrusinMix is a vertically scrolling shooting game mixing cute characters, a game world parodying a wide range of gaming tropes and history, tight controls, refined mechanics and eggplants?!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, 1990's 13.6%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Bullet Hell 11.2%, Shooter 10.4%
Sai-Kyo's commemorative first title. Its simple controls and unexpected world setting sparked buzz, earning it the 1993 “Best Shooting Game Award” from several industry magazines.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.9%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 10.9%, 1990's 10.2%
Layer Section, the home console port of arcade game RayForce is back with new features and online ranking. Use the new lock-on laser function to defeat multiple enemies at once for a higher score in this gorgeous 2D vertical shooting game!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, 1990's 15%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 11.5%
The Guardians, a secret society wielding the power of the Force, have readied their tanks and intend on crushing the aspirations of the Hammerbolt Empire!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, 1990's 14.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 11.2%
Warships On The Halloween Night is an extreme Top Down Arcade Shooter game based on the naval war which broke out between the Human beings and the Living Pumpkins.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Bullet Hell 10.8%, Shooter 10.4%, Old School 8.8%
The ruthless Gidans invite you to an explosive space scramble! Head into the mighty Super Fighter and disintegrate your foes in all directions with various upgradeable weapons. Toaplan's no-frills vertical shooter Truxton speeds onto PC with new features and quality-of-life updates!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, 1990's 12.9%, Old School 12.4%, Arcade 10.5%
Fast Paced, Bullet Hell Retro Shooter! Shoot down enemies and dodge everything. Fight through 17 intense levels with 6 insane boss fights. Do you have what it takes to beat the game?
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Bullet Hell 14%, Shooter 12.9%, 1990's 12.9%, Arcade 11.8%
Jump down the esophagus of a body plagued by viruses and big bad bosses in this reverse vertical scrolling shoot'em up! Collect eye crusties, upgrade your pupils, and clear the screen of bullets with your cornea crushing eye blasts!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 9.6%
Retro style 2D vertical scrolling simple shooter.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, 1990's 13.1%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 10.2%
A score-driven vertical STG built around aggressive grazing, medal chaining, and risk-reward survival mechanics. Dodge impossible bullet patterns, manipulate time itself, and push for the ultimate 1CC.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Shooter 11.9%, Old School 10.2%
An old arcade style 2d shmup.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 11.3%, Old School 10.8%
Introducing FixEight, Toaplan's thrilling vertical run-and-gun game featuring eight peerless warriors with cutting-edge weapons. Embark on an exhilarating cosmic escapade with up to three players at once. Now on PC with modern extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Arcade 14.7%, Old School 11.1%, 1990's 11%, Local Co-Op 9.7%
A reinterpretation of retro games like Space Invaders and Galaga with a modern twist. Battle through planetary sectors using elemental abilities that combine for powerful effects and make bosses vanish.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Shooter 12.5%, 1990's 12.1%, Retro 9.6%
The original cute and hardcore shrine maiden shooter is now available on Steam! Completely new game, a sequel to the home original "Pocky&Rocky" (Super Nintendo Entertainment System)! The adventures of Pocky&Rocky begin once again.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.7%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Shooter 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Local Multiplayer 11.4%
Vektor Z brings fast and furious retro space blasting action to Steam! Blast your way through endless waves of asteroids and enemies to write your name among the stars! Vektor Z offers a rogue-like arcade action game where you'll improve your progress every time you play!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Arcade 14.2%, 1990's 14%, Old School 11.2%
How long can you survive the depths of space in this fresh revival of the classic arcade shooter, all while grooving to an original score by Megan McDuffee. Pilot solo or recruit a friend for local co-op across 30 unique challenges or the endless arcade mode.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 10.3%, Old School 9.6%
Transform or die. TRIZEAL Remix has classic shoot-’em-up style with a refined depth just below the surface. Strategically transform your ship to switch between and upgrade three distinct weapons: a wide shot, a narrow laser, and guided missiles. Shoot with intelligence!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 9%
It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.2%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 12.1%
Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Shooter 14.9%, Arcade 14.1%, Bullet Hell 13.9%
A classic style SHMUP in the tradition of 80's and 90's vertical scrolling shooters. Maximize your run and get to the top of the High-score Leaderboard. Can you achieve the rank of Fleet Admiral? It's a challenge. Visit our website for a free playable browser demo of the game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Shooter 14.6%, 1990's 12.3%, Arcade 12.1%, Bullet Hell 11.5%
