
Sisyphus Paradox is a fusion of roguelike tactical elements with classic side-scrolling shoot 'em up gameplay. Explore and fight your way across the galaxy as you try to get back home to Earth in this hand drawn indie game.
60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Action, Side Scroller, Singleplayer.

Sisyphus Paradox is a fusion of roguelike tactical elements with classic side-scrolling shoot 'em up gameplay. Explore and fight your way across the galaxy as you try to get back home to Earth in this hand drawn indie game.

Drone Break
Run and Gun Roguelite where the goal is to upgrade each consecutive alien drone on death so the next can strive to become overpowered enough to escape the all consuming hive mind.

Kanamono
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".
Run and Gun Roguelite where the goal is to upgrade each consecutive alien drone on death so the next can strive to become overpowered enough to escape the all consuming hive mind.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Roguelite 14.7%, Procedural Generation 13%, Roguelike 10%, Side Scroller 9.7%
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".
Why similar: Side Scroller 37%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Shooter 13.9%, Action 7.3%, 2D 4.3%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36%, Side Scroller 30.6%, Shooter 14.2%, Action 6.6%, Space 5.4%
Fast paced Top-down shooter! Smartly use IRCM to evade the constant barrage of bullets and missiles and destroy everything that stands in your way.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.2%, Roguelite 26.3%, Roguelike 20.2%, Action 8.8%, Indie 4.2%
ASTRO: The Beginning is a dynamic side scrolling shoot 'em up about a close-knit space team caught in a clusterf*ck of epic proportions.Unravel the evil plans of your foes and secrets of world order while taking down various types of enemies and engaging in crazy boss battles.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Side Scroller 19.7%, Roguelite 14.1%, Roguelike 9.2%, Shooter 8.5%
Start a Rebellion! Lead your ships to take down the evil O'Xelg base in this squad-based shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Side Scroller 20.7%, Procedural Generation 10.6%, Roguelite 10.2%, Action 8.7%
2D side-scrolling shoot 'em up
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Side Scroller 26.4%, Shooter 15.5%, Action 9.1%, Hand-drawn 6.8%
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Side Scroller 26.7%, Shooter 15.6%, Action 10.2%, Space 5.4%
Terra Bomber is presented as a two dimensional sideways scroller based upon the classic arcade shooters of the 1980s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.7%, Side Scroller 29.8%, Shooter 15.6%, Space 8.4%, Colorful 3.4%
Free the galaxy by destroying the EVA program and its artificial planet HELOS. In this 2D shoot'em up, take control of one of the three ships of your choice and go to the different planets to eliminate each threat. 1 or 2 Player coop.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Side Scroller 26.3%, Action 9.6%, Hand-drawn 7.5%, Shooter 7.3%
Shoot aliens, fly around and make everything explode, alone and with friends, in this frenetic 2D run and gun roguelite. Survive the procedurally generated environment, collect weapons, level up and defeat planetary bosses. Improve between runs and discover new planets as you win.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Roguelike 18.1%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Roguelite 12.3%, Procedural Generation 8.7%
Get ready for adventures, gather allies, and uncover the secrets of Forest Fury! Your forest is waiting for you to cleanse it of dark forces and restore its former beauty.
Why similar: Side Scroller 39.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Shooter 14.4%, 2D 4.3%, Action 3.9%
Dangerous Galaxy is a rogue-lite adventure focused on the freedom to create your ultimate spaceship while exploring procedurally generated star systems, and fighting various enemies and bosses to save the galaxy from evil.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.7%, Roguelite 17%, Procedural Generation 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Space 7.3%
Tri-Star is an endless horizontal-scrolling space shooter featuring Roguelike and Roguelite elements. Blast through waves of enemies and battle against arduous bosses. Form a squadron of three unique ships from an expanding roster and equip them with upgrades as you engage in a battle for survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Roguelike 14.8%, Roguelite 11.7%, Shooter 7.9%
Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!
Why similar: Side Scroller 38.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.4%, Shooter 7.9%, Space 5.5%, 2D 4.5%
Take to your ship to ensure the survival of humanity against an alien force determined to see you fail. Customize your ship with upgrades to raise your chance of success. Take a friend into battle to immediately become a stronger force and watch each others tail
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Side Scroller 26.7%, Shooter 15.2%, Action 10%, Space 6.4%
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Side Scroller 36.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Shooter 14.6%, Action 6.2%, 2D 4%
In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Side Scroller 26.9%, Shooter 14.9%, Space 6.5%, Action 5.9%
Speyarranoth is a classic sci-fi space asteroid shooter in 3D. You control the game using WASD and shoot with the space key. It's wonderful to just blast full speed through the asteroid fields lasers ablaze and enjoy the explosive light show.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.8%, Side Scroller 30%, Shooter 7.8%, Space 7.5%, Sci-fi 6%
Reign of Bullets is a shoot ‘em up with epic loot and lots of guns. Upgrade your ship and customize your weapons to build the ultimate fighter plane.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 49.7%, Side Scroller 33.6%, Action 10.9%, Indie 5.8%
You’re being Bounty-Hunted! Run, Build your ship piece-by-piece and make it work with the parts you find, Destroy outposts and waves of fleets, and Pick your battles carefully to overcome your hunters in this Fast-Paced Top-Down Action Roguelite Shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Roguelite 17.6%, Roguelike 13.5%, Procedural Generation 11.9%, Shooter 10.4%
Ballpoint Universe Infinite is a shoot-em-up adventure game featuring artwork entirely drawn in ballpoint pen. Explore immaculate worlds, discover the secrets of the doodles, and customize your Ink-Ship for battle! Press"Ballpoint Universe Infinite is too exuberant to ignore.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.7%, Side Scroller 22.2%, Hand-drawn 10.6%, Shooter 8.4%, Action 8.4%
C-RUSH is an old school Shooter, with HD graphics.A new threat is coming from the space; the plasma insects. Exterminate the vermin!!Beat your own score and compare it with the other players !Key Features:- One ship with different positions to use- Different Gameplay according to the positions and shoots- A Schmup where you need...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.9%, Side Scroller 16.2%, Shooter 12.1%, Action 9%, Indie 5.3%
Defend Earth against alien asteroid attacks in this arcade roguelite retro shooter and experience the evolution of the genre in a gripping visual and auditory adventure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Roguelite 14.3%, Roguelike 13.6%, Shooter 10%
Crush the countless crabs while blasting your way through the cancer zone!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Roguelike 18.8%, Shooter 12%, Space 10.7%, Roguelite 8.4%
“Knights of Earth Realm” is a 2D platform shooter action light rogue game. Synthesize various homemade or advanced weapon equipment, lead your pet, and fight against human looters, out-of-control mech, evil insectoids, and other threats on the post-disaster wasteland.
Why similar: Side Scroller 25.2%, Roguelike 20.2%, Roguelite 16.1%, Shooter 15%, Hand-drawn 7.3%
Victory Saber 2D is a horizontal scrolling shooter arcade video game with Locking-on shooting mechanic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Shooter 17.3%, Action 8.9%, Space 5.5%
The UNFP's been kicked in the teeth by a G'ell invasion force and their last and only hope is a planetary outpost and its fleet of experimental DSP MkI Forward Assault Fighters and anyone marshal enough to strap into one and forcefully accept some apologies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Procedural Generation 10.2%, Shooter 8.7%, Roguelite 8.5%
Shoot down masses of asteroids and aliens in this arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements. Level up and upgrade your guns to cope with the endless waves being thrown at you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Roguelite 22.1%, Shooter 15.2%, Action 6.5%, Space 5.2%
Monsters and Zombies from all the world are trying to steal the gift packages, they want it all and they want it now. But Santa has guns, big guns!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Side Scroller 30.5%, Shooter 17.8%, Action 11%, 2D 4.4%
You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Side Scroller 30.1%, Shooter 13.8%, Action 5.8%, Space 5%
Survive the Rift is a roguelike shoot 'em up with procedurally generated levels, unlockable ships, and plenty of items to make each run unique. Inspired by classic 16-bit era scrolling shooters with modern roguelike game mechanics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Side Scroller 21.8%, Procedural Generation 15.5%, Roguelite 10.8%, Shooter 6.6%
In this classic side-scrolling shoot-em-up, originally published in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a starship pilot trapped in a web of 51 interconnected hostile universes by the evil spider Zendocon.
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 6%, Space 5.1%
STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, Side Scroller 26%, Shooter 11.7%, Action 7.9%, Space 7.1%
Planetstar Warrior is a horizontal scroll-space shooter with numerous powerups and a gradually increasing level of difficulty. Defeat all enemies on each level to progress.
Why similar: Side Scroller 33%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Shooter 13.6%, Action 5.5%, Space 3.5%
Microbes and Machines is a roguelite action game where you control a little bubble robot that fights against the forces of evil.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Roguelike 17.1%, Roguelite 16.6%, Procedural Generation 16.1%, Shooter 10.9%
A fast-paced retro shoot-'em-up featuring evolving weapons, intense arcade combat and massive bosses — from one-man studio Psychotic Psoftware.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.3%, Side Scroller 27.9%, Shooter 11.7%, Action 7.1%, Space 6.4%
'School life like hell... Actually, it’s a school run by the devil?!’ Black Academy combines Side-scrolling shooting and Rogue-lite with storyline of students transforming into magical girls to confront demons after finding out the real identity of the Academy.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Side Scroller 21.5%, Roguelite 18.1%, Roguelike 13.3%, Shooter 9.3%
Half shoot-'em-up, half RPG! Blast through an intergalactic genre mashup!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Side Scroller 27.9%, Shooter 16.2%, Action 10.2%, Colorful 3.7%
Old school side scrolling shoot'em up. Blast through exciting different locations. Defeating waves of defenders until the final boss battle. Attack of the Mechadonk is a indie game developed for fun and learning for the creator.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Side Scroller 25.5%, Shooter 16%, Action 10.7%, Sci-fi 4%
Super Intergalactic Gang is a classic arcade shoot-em-up with a new twist. Slow time to dodge waves of bullets, charge up shots into super attacks, and even punch your enemies to death! The game is a fresh new take on a genre that is an oldie but a goodie.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Side Scroller 20.3%, Roguelike 16.1%, Shooter 10.8%, Procedural Generation 9.4%
The alien invasion has already begun! They're already here! Who can help the brave warriors to learn the full power of our civilization!?
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.2%, Roguelite 19.8%, Shooter 17.3%, Action 11.1%, Hand-drawn 7.7%
Embark on a thrilling journey as a space mercenary! Customize your ships with powerful weapons and modules, choose contracts and destinations, and battle enemy fleets and epic bosses. Your decisions shape the universe around you, so forge your path in this action-packed space shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Side Scroller 25.8%, Shooter 14.7%, Action 6.5%, Space 6.3%
You are a explorer of new planets. As it turned out, other planets are inhabited by shadows that are very hostile. Your task is to survive several waves to win.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.2%, Side Scroller 30.6%, Shooter 17.9%, Action 10.9%, Space 6.1%
Shoot stuff and earn $pacecoin in this wonderfully generic shmup.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Roguelike 22.8%, Roguelite 17.4%, Shooter 15.5%, Action 9.7%
Zeit² brings a new twist to the traditional side-scrolling, 2D, shoot-’em-up game sporting a unique time travel feature never seen before in this genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 54.1%, Side Scroller 27.6%, Action 12.1%, Indie 6.3%
Inspired by classic Commodore 64 and arcade games, Promethium is a hard-as-nails retro inspired side-scrolling shoot-em-up that takes place over numerous levels that get harder and harder. If you’re after a nice calm casual game this isn’t it!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.8%, Side Scroller 25.9%, Shooter 13.9%, Action 9.2%, Indie 6.5%
In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Upgrade your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Emerge victorious as the ultimate space pilot!
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Shooter 13.8%, Space 5.4%, Action 4.5%
Super SmallMan is a lighthearted arena roguelike game. Players can wield a variety of unique weapons, combine different skills, and purchase useful items to enhance their strength—only then can they fight their way through the demon army's siege and escape alive!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.5%, Roguelike 32.1%, Roguelite 24.2%, Indie 2.2%, Singleplayer 0.9%
It's a vampire survive-like game where you survive running away from monsters. If you can survive for 30 minutes, you can win. When a crashed gray man lands on a strange planet, you are very curious about where this is. But first you have to survive hostile creatures.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Roguelike 26.8%, Roguelite 23.6%, Action 12.1%, 2D 4.5%
Rick Henderson is an endless horizontal-scrolling shoot 'em up with infinite replayability, a true homage to 16-bit shooters wrapped in graphics we all loved. Twitch your fingers through five enemy factions and their bosses, upgrade your ship and try to survive through unpredictable space events.
Why similar: Side Scroller 24.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Roguelite 15.4%, Procedural Generation 14.1%, Space 5.8%
Operation STEEL is a roguelike shoot-em-up rendered in hand-drawn art. Blow up loads of enemies, destroy huge bosses, find weapons, and upgrade your load-out between levels. Combat the electronic legion across 20+ procedurally generated levels!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Roguelike 15.6%, Procedural Generation 15.2%, Roguelite 13.1%, Side Scroller 9.2%
A 3D Sci-Fi space shooter game where you fight against big flagships and bases to unlock the secrets of the world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Roguelite 17.3%, Roguelike 15.6%, Procedural Generation 12.9%, Shooter 11.6%
Origami Flight is a sidescrolling 2D shoot' em up where you control a paper airplane with a simple but challenging mission: to save the Origami World. Now you must beat 6 different stages with tons of enemies in order to save the Tsuru from the evil Origami Fox.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.6%, Side Scroller 32.6%, Shooter 10%, Colorful 4.9%, 2D 4.8%
Abyss Survivors – a casual game where the corrupted ocean breeds ferocious creatures. Wield your Sutando abilities to defeat them. Dive deeper, level up, and acquire powerful gear. Utilize elemental reactions strategically!
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Roguelike 24.9%, Action 7.8%, Indie 1.9%
Embark on an endless cosmic odyssey in Infinite Void! Master retro-inspired space shoot 'em up gameplay with procedurally generated universes, dynamic upgrades, & simple controls. Every run offers a unique challenge. Will you conquer the "Infinite Void" or succumb to its celestial challenges?
Why similar: Side Scroller 36.3%, Roguelike 27.4%, Procedural Generation 15.8%, Action 7.1%, Sci-fi 5.7%
The alien invaders have launched their final offensive on an already crippled Terra. Only one brave pilot can turn the tide of war. Cyber Seraph is a boss focused vertical shoot 'em up with unlockable abilities.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 55.3%, Side Scroller 14%, Action 9.5%, 2D 8.8%, Shooter 5.5%
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.
Why similar: Side Scroller 33.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.5%, Shooter 14.4%, Action 5.4%, Space 4.6%
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 31.5%, Side Scroller 28.2%, Shooter 11.2%, Space 6.1%, Action 4.7%
Icarus, a classic side-scrolling space shoot-em-up tribute! - Thumping soundtrack, Bosses, Multiples, Power-ups, Secrets, BIG levels... ...Give the (free) work in progress / teaser demo a try!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.6%, Side Scroller 33%, Shooter 9.3%, Action 6.6%, 2D 4.7%