- #1 Sine Mora
97% matchVery Positive82% of 940 reviews2012
Dev: Digital RealityPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 43%
Sine Mora is a horizontal shoot'em up that provides a unique take on challenge, where time is the ultimate factor.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Arcade 7.7%, Shooter 5.8%
- #2 Rogue Stormers
96% matchMixed69% of 989 reviews2016
Dev: Black Forest GamesPub: HandyGames
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 88%
An action packed platform shooter mashed-up with roguelike and RPG elements, crazy 3D graphics and co-op multiplayer for one to 4 players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Side Scroller 20.5%, 2.5D 12.6%, Shooter 9.3%, Female Protagonist 8%
- #3 Ikaruga
96% matchVery Positive95% of 2,332 reviews2014
Dev: TREASURE
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Shoot! Dodge! and... Get Hit!? "Ikaruga" is a vertical shoot 'em up that features an unique polarity-switching gameplay. Switch the ship's polarity and "get hit and absorb" enemy bullets! Achieve High Score with the chain bonus!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.3%, Bullet Hell 34.7%, Arcade 10%, Difficult 4.4%, Shooter 4.1%
- #4 Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams
95% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,917 reviews2012
Dev: Black Forest GamesPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams is a blistering hardcore platformer with contrasting worlds.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.2%, Difficult 18.7%, 2.5D 16.8%, Female Protagonist 10%, Arcade 9.6%
- #5 REVOLVER360 RE:ACTOR
94% matchVery Positive91% of 403 reviews2014
Dev: Cross EagletPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The world really does revolve around you in this mind-bending shooter where changing your perspective could save your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Bullet Hell 18%, Side Scroller 12.2%, 2.5D 9%, Difficult 8.4%
- #6 Mushihimesama
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,547 reviews2015
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 36.1%, Arcade 9.5%, Difficult 7.8%, Female Protagonist 4.7%
- #7 Assault Android Cactus+
92% matchVery Positive94% of 2,006 reviews2015
Dev: Witch Beam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Difficult 13.4%, Robots 8.7%, Shooter 8.4%
- #8 ETHER VAPOR Remaster
93% matchMostly Positive77% of 318 reviews2012
Dev: EdelweissPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Ether Vapor Remaster is a cinematic 3D arcade shooter and visual treat from developer Edelweiss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 62.3%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 6%, Action 3.9%
- #9 Blazing Chrome
91% matchVery Positive88% of 1,945 reviews2019
Dev: JoyMasherPub: The Arcade Crew
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Side Scroller 24%, Difficult 9.8%, Local Co-Op 8.5%, Shooter 8.5%
- #10 Sky Force Reloaded
91% matchVery Positive93% of 2,709 reviews2017
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
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 32%, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Local Co-Op 11.4%, Arcade 11.1%, 2.5D 10.8%
- #11 Batsugun
89% matchVery Positive97% of 117 reviews2024
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 25.9%, Bullet Hell 23.3%, Difficult 17%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Arcade 9.4%
- #12 DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours
90% matchVery Positive82% of 819 reviews2015
Dev: PyramidPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 83%
DARIUSBURST Chronicle Saviours is the latest installment in Taito's DARIUS series of arcade-style shooting games. Blast hordes of alien sea-monsters, and blaze your own trail through branching environments.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.1%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Bullet Hell 14%, Arcade 10.7%, Local Co-Op 4.6%
- #13 PAWARUMI
89% matchVery Positive92% of 79 reviews2018
Dev: Manufacture 43
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, 2.5D 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Difficult 11.3%, Arcade 9.3%
- #14 Sky Force Anniversary
87% matchVery Positive92% of 2,153 reviews2015
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 91%
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 38.4%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Arcade 8.8%, Local Co-Op 7.8%, 2.5D 7.7%
- #15 Wish Project
88% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2016
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Wish Project is a vertical shoot 'em up that features unique and challenging bullet patterns, 4 difficulties ranging from casual to hardcore, 8 unique playable characters, 6 stages, local co-op, unlockable characters and game modes, and an intuitive scoring system that encourages replay and mastery.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Bullet Hell 24.4%, Difficult 12.9%, Local Co-Op 9.9%, Shooter 9.2%
- #16 Nex Machina
86% matchVery Positive87% of 2,180 reviews2017
Dev: Housemarque
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: Bullet Hell 28.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Difficult 12.4%, Arcade 12.1%, Local Co-Op 8%
- #17 G-Darius HD
85% matchVery Positive94% of 162 reviews2022
Dev: TAITO CORP.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 78%
You will see the creation of new lives... Capture enemies and fire them back at their allies as enormous beams of energy in this horizontally scrolling shooting game, featuring 5 versions of G-Darius with new features, enhancements, and Steam exclusive extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Side Scroller 20.6%, 2.5D 14.1%, Shooter 9.8%, Female Protagonist 8.4%
- #18 Eigengrau
84% matchVery Positive100% of 93 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 22.8%, Bullet Hell 19%, Difficult 12.5%, 2.5D 12.1%, Shooter 8.6%
- #19 Steel Rain
86% matchVery Positive84% of 106 reviews2015
Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
It's the ultimate, strategic SHMUP ReMix! Control TWO combat wings, flick between THREE different formations, and BLAST your way through overwhelming enemy fleets! Liberate planets, build colonies, research tech and skills, craft items, or even play 2p co-op in this unique new indie game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Side Scroller 19.2%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, PvP 7.8%, Arcade 7.4%
- #20 Bleed 2
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 902 reviews2017
Dev: Ian Campbell
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Bleed 2 is a relentless arcade action game featuring air-dodging, bullet-reflecting, and tons of bosses. Now with randomly-generated levels and daily challenges, too!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Bullet Hell 28.1%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Arcade 10.4%, Local Co-Op 8.2%
- #21 DRAINUS
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,129 reviews2022
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.7%, Shooter 15.3%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Side Scroller 7.7%
- #22 Revolution Ace
83% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,886 reviews2014
Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A deep, tactical shoot'em up. With every takedown, you’ll earn cash and xp to upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Online and local co-op. Unique versus mode. Realistic physics and water simulation.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.8%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shooter 9.4%, Local Co-Op 8.8%, Arcade 7.6%
- #23 Akai Katana Shin
80% matchVery Positive96% of 107 reviews2022
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Be guided anew into an epic tale set in the Taisho era with three titles from Cave's Akai Katana series that has captured the hearts of passionate shoot 'em up fans. New features include an online leaderboard and new musical arrangements.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Side Scroller 19%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 9.9%
- #24 Wild Guns Reloaded
81% matchVery Positive87% of 485 reviews2017
Dev: NatsumeAtariPub: Natsume Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Wild Guns Reloaded is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter, mixing the Wild West with steampunk. Play as Clint, Annie, Doris, or Bullet the dog with his sentry drone. Grab some friends and play together for some four player action!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Steampunk 21.9% ★, Arcade 16.3%, Shooter 16.1%, Action 6.1%
- #25 BIRDCAGE
76% matchVery Positive97% of 216 reviews2025
Dev: POLYGON BIRD
Windows
Shoot, slash and weave through bullets and enemies in this story-driven arcade shooter. The RADON Daughters have launched their ultimate weapon. Take control of the experimental gunship HALCYON and break out of the CAGE.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Difficult 15.6%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 8.2%
- #26 Graze Counter GM
78% matchVery Positive97% of 197 reviews2023
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Difficult 13.2%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Arcade 9.3%
- #27 Shoot 1UP DX
81% matchVery Positive81% of 156 reviews2015
Dev: Mommy's Best Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Why play shoot 'em ups one ship at a time? Launch them all at once! Unleash an entire armada of ships in Shoot 1UP!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 8.1%
- #28 ZeroRanger
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,179 reviews2018
Dev: System Erasure
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.8%, Bullet Hell 27.7%, Arcade 7.6%, Difficult 4.8%, Shooter 4.7%
- #29 Graze Counter
79% matchVery Positive96% of 318 reviews2017
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Difficult 11.7%, Female Protagonist 9.5%, Arcade 8.9%
- #30 Astral Gunners
77% matchVery Positive100% of 57 reviews2024
Dev: Sati Bros
Windows
Get ready to push your skills to the limit against an endless sea of bullets and evil robots in Astral Gunners. Choose from five different gunners to master in this horizontal shooter. With the ability to dodge, reflect, delete, and convert bullets you are more powerful than you might believe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Difficult 14.3%, Side Scroller 12%, Shooter 6%
- #31 Solar Shifter EX
82% matchMixed47% of 115 reviews2015
Dev: Elder GamesPub: Headup
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Warp into action with Solar Shifter EX. Man your ship and dive into fierce combat situations in space and over beautiful and distant planet surfaces. Solar Shifter EX is a sci-fi shoot 'em up with the unique ability to 'shift'.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 87%, Action 13%
- #32 TimeTekker
78% matchVery Positive92% of 72 reviews2018
Dev: Artii Games LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 24 minMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 22%
TimeTekker is an arcade shoot em' up where your actions dictate the speed of time itself! Overcome the endless hail of bullets at your own pace and become the ultimate ninja!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Time Manipulation 22.2% ★, Bullet Hell 19%, Difficult 10.8%, Arcade 9.7%
- #33 Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo
77% matchVery Positive84% of 612 reviews2015
Dev: SynsetPub: New Blood Interactive
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as SHMUP veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and SEVENTEEN playable ships.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.3%, Bullet Hell 31.6%, Difficult 9.9%, Arcade 9%, Shooter 4.2%
- #34 Super Hydorah
75% matchVery Positive87% of 318 reviews2017
Dev: LocomalitoPub: Abylight Studios
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Super Hydorah is a nonlinear horizontal shoot’ em up designed to offer a challenging experience, sublimating the richness of traditional shmup classics. Face the menace of the Meroptians aboard the Delta Lance, alone or with your friends in this game with direct action and nostalgic art.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.4%, Difficult 15.4%, Arcade 13.8%, Bullet Hell 9.7%, Action 4.8%
- #35 RIVE
75% matchVery Positive84% of 1,039 reviews2016
Dev: Two TribesPub: Two Tribes Publishing
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 90%
This 360-degree shooter/platformer hybrid lets you choreograph a ‘dance of destruction’ in insanely spectacular battles and set-pieces. RIVE feels like the explosive games of yore, pumping megapixels in true 21st century style.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Arcade 11.4%, Bullet Hell 9.5%, Shooter 9.4%
- #36 The Bug Butcher
74% matchVery Positive90% of 1,202 reviews2016
Dev: Awfully Nice Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Difficult 14.5%, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Arcade 9.9%
- #37 Jamestown
74% matchVery Positive94% of 2,361 reviews2011
Dev: Final Form Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Jamestown: Legend Of The Lost Colony is a neo-classical top-down shooter for up to 4 players, set on 17th-century British Colonial Mars. It features all the intensity, depth, and lovingly handcrafted pixels of a classic arcade shooter, with a modern twist: deeply-integrated cooperative gameplay.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Bullet Hell 22.4%, Steampunk 16.4% ★, Local Co-Op 9.2%, Difficult 6.7%
- #38 Railgunners
72% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2023
Dev: Expresso Studios
Windows
Railgunners is a shooter built to highly customizable difficulty levels. Fight your way through hundreds of enemy ships, and help humanity fight back against the alien invasion!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Difficult 12.8%, Female Protagonist 8.1%, Shooter 8.1%
- #39 Schildmaid MX
71% matchVery Positive94% of 53 reviews2023
Dev: HitP Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your shield tech and absorb projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield expires and it's danger time, you better switch up your strategy fast...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Side Scroller 25.9%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9.3%, Bullet Hell 6.8%
- #40 CometStriker DX
73% matchVery Positive98% of 64 reviews2018
Dev: Iced Lizard Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
CometStriker DX is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter where you boost through danger and blast everything in your way!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Side Scroller 19%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Difficult 12.8%, Shooter 8.2%
- #41 SUGURI
73% matchVery Positive83% of 222 reviews2014
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Rockin' Android
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Experience the rush of battle with the fan acclaimed Bullet-Hell shooter "SUGURI". You're equipped with an automatic lock-on targeting system and a unique arsenal of hyper weapons, power shields, and more. Sure, she may look cute, but when it's time to fight, it's all business.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.2%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Difficult 10.5%, Shooter 7.2%
- #42 XIIZEAL
73% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Difficult 16%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 8.3%
- #43 Time Rift
70% matchVery Positive96% of 134 reviews2022
Dev: LightshardsPub: Abiding Bridge
Windows
Time Rift is a fast-paced puzzle-shooter. You’re a hacker-turned-security tester, but your skills will only get you so far - to take down global megacorp VaultCo, you’ll have to manipulate the flow of time!
Why similar: Time Manipulation 27.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Difficult 14.3%, Arcade 7.5%
- #44 Ultratron
72% matchVery Positive88% of 696 reviews2013
Dev: Puppygames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Experience the addictive gameplay of old-school arcade favourites, updated and improved for the 21st century! Unique retro-futuristic sound and graphics, player responsive difficulty, and a subtle system of tactics combined with classic gameplay make Ultratron a fun and hypnotic arcade blast.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Arcade 16.5%, Local Co-Op 13%, Robots 10.4%, Shooter 8.1%
- #45 BLUE REVOLVER
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 879 reviews2016
Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45.2%, Bullet Hell 29.7%, Arcade 8.3%, Difficult 5.4%, Female Protagonist 4.7%
- #46 Neon Inferno
66% matchVery Positive94% of 380 reviews2025
Dev: Zenovia InteractivePub: Retroware
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 50%
NYC 2055: a city beyond salvation. Blast your way through this dense cyberpunk jungle in NEON INFERNO, an explosive fusion of 2D run-and-gun and gallery-shooter, and help the Family dominate its streets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Robots 9.9%, Shooter 8.5%, Local Co-Op 8.5%
- #47 Radiant Silvergun
68% matchVery Positive93% of 216 reviews2023
Dev: Live Wire
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 40%
Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Difficult 14.8%, 2.5D 13.6%, Shooter 9.6%
- #48 Shikhondo: Blue Pieta
66% matchVery Positive98% of 61 reviews2026
Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
Once more, the hunt for Youkai begins! Across the ocean in a city far, far away, the side-scrolling shoot 'em up action of our two protagonists unfolds! Complete the Pietà of struggle that burns blue with its raging barrage!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Side Scroller 20.5%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 8.9%
- #49 SATAZIUS
71% matchVery Positive85% of 324 reviews2011
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The year is 2051. Location: SATAZIUS, a long-abandoned planet. The cruiser Agano was on patrol when it was attacked and stricken by a confederacy of space pirates that had established a base on SATAZIUS. The pirates attacked the Agano intending to steal the assault ship ‘Trafalgar’ that was stowed aboard the Agano, but the Trafalgar made...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Robots 9.7%, Shooter 8.2%
- #50 Grand Brix Shooter
69% matchVery Positive93% of 84 reviews2019
Dev: Intragames
Windows
Challenge yourself to a new kind of bullet-hell fusion shooter. Change your aircraft to get new skills just when you need them against advancing foes. Aim for the top spot!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Difficult 12.8%, Shooter 8.5%
- #51 Dimension Drive
70% matchVery Positive80% of 106 reviews2017
Dev: 2Awesome Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 94%
This intense space shoot ’em up challenges you to fight across two battlefields on one splitscreen. Instantly switch between them to dodge waves of bullets, reach secret areas, or surprise your enemies. Play solo or turn it up to 11 with a local co-op partner.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.6%, Local Co-Op 16.1%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 11.5%
- #52 WITCH-BOT MEGLILO
70% matchVery Positive93% of 122 reviews2016
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Stop time and project yourself through space with “Time-stop warp” magic, pass through physical obstacles, dodge incoming bullets and shoot down your enemies! A satisfying shooter, filled with dark humor!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.2%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Difficult 14.4%, Shooter 9.1%, Female Protagonist 8.9%
- #53 Space Elite Force II
69% matchVery Positive88% of 109 reviews2020
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows · Linux
Space Elite Force II is a fast-paced side-scrolling shmup with local co-op, weapon upgrades, handcrafted pixel art, and intense boss battles. Fight through explosive stages, chase high scores, and defend humanity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Side Scroller 20.4%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Shooter 9.1%, Local Co-Op 9%
- #54 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
66% matchVery Positive97% of 373 reviews2021
Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Difficult 12.1%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 9.3%
- #55 Hazelnut Hex
65% matchVery Positive98% of 129 reviews2023
Dev: Chunderfins
Windows
Rescue breakfast in this arcade-style bullet hell shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 10.4%, Female Protagonist 10.1%
- #56 Neptunia Shooter
67% matchVery Positive88% of 744 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 66.9 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, Female Protagonist 7.3%, Side Scroller 7.2%, Arcade 3.8%
- #57 Steredenn: Binary Stars
67% matchVery Positive88% of 963 reviews2015
Dev: Pixelnest StudioPub: TyGAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 68.7 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Steredenn is a frenetic and chaotic space shooter, carved in big beautiful pixels, with insane boss battles. Embark in your ship and engage the fight against dreadful space pirates in a never-ending combat for your survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Shooter 9.1%, Local Co-Op 8.8%
- #58 RagingBlasters
66% matchVery Positive99% of 124 reviews2021
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.2%, Shooter 14.8%, Female Protagonist 12.9%, Local Co-Op 11.2%, Bullet Hell 9.8%