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  1. #1 Lobstar: Arcade Version
    97% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Team Lobstar
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Punch through the cosmos! An arcade-inspired shoot-em-up where you play as an immortal lobster speeding through space.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 9.3%, Top-Down 6%

  2. #2 4D:XD
    96% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Ryan Brammen
    Windows

    4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 7.5%

  3. #3 Battle AirForce
    96% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 8.1%, PvE 6.5%

  4. #4 GALXAGAR
    95% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: MoonMuse Entertainment
    Windows

    "Don't go to GALXAGAR"; a phrase uttered by many who have traversed its rim. Untold treasures, and terrors, await within its blackened depths. Ready your craft, spacefarer, because you're about to enter the most dangerous sector in all the stars. Get ready.. for GALXAGAR!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8.3%, PvE 7.6%

  5. #5 Kaguya
    94% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Flypot LLC
    Windows

    High-School Heroines Take to the Skies!A fully-voiced bullet hell shoot-'em-up that's friendly to newcomers!Wipe out the AI robot army and save the day!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Shooter 9.1%, 1990's 8.4%

  6. #6 Magic Fairy Fun Blast
    94% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2026
    Dev: Wow Cool Games
    Windows

    Magic Fairy Fun Blast is a challenging and fast paced arcade style bullet hell arena wave based shooter. You are a fairy that just wants to have fun but your version of fun is different than the rest of the world.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Shooter 7.8%, Arcade 6.5%

  7. #7 Star Jet Alpha
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Valles Games
    Windows · Mac

    Star Jet Alpha is a top-down space shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Progress through each stage by blowing up enemy space stations while avoiding or destroying enemy missiles, space mines and asteroids. Unlock Star Jet capabilities by completing stages.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Space 11.2%, Shooter 9.4%

  8. #8 StormBonk
    92% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Edenvind
    Windows

    A fast, addictive space run where you weave through meteors, blast obstacles, collect coins, and survive wave after wave of rising danger.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 8.5%, Space 7.5%

  9. #9 Asteroidia
    91% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Duk Studios
    Windows

    A simple and fun space shooter.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Shooter 8.3%, PvE 6.9%

  10. #10 Exo-Calibre
    91% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
    Dev: Vampixel GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Take to the skies as a team of cute pilots and fight for peace in vertical scrolling bullet hell style!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Shooter 9.2%, Top-Down 5.9%

  11. #11 Dogyuun
    89% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2024
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Arcade 7.8%, Top-Down 7%

  12. #12 Space Waves
    90% 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: Bullet Hell 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 9%

  13. #13 Space Maxwell: Arcade
    89% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Dreamland Games
    Windows

    Shoot your enemies and try not to let them multiply themselves and turn the game into a chaotic space battle! Space Maxwell is an arcade shooter where your spaceship has the ability to destroy or to multiply your enemies. Climb the leaderboard and try to survive as long as you can!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 7.9%

  14. #14 NewMe NuMe LuMe: Alien Wars
    88% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Ho RaBii
    Windows

    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 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Bullet Hell 14%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 9.6%

  15. #15 Laser Droplets
    87% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Kikashi Online
    Windows · Mac

    Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Shooter 6.1%

  16. #16 Orchid Glitter
    86% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tamazusa
    Windows

    Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Arcade 6%, Shooter 5.7%

  17. #17 Red Galaxy
    86% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2021
    Dev: CSZgames
    Windows

    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 20.2%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 8%

  18. #18 1x! Space Adventure
    85% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
    Dev: Lunar Madcap
    Windows

    1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 11.6%

  19. #19 Hexagonal Explods
    84% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: lemoniedev
    Windows

    Hexagonal Explods is a vertical shoot 'em up game where you need to defend the earth from aliens. Collect power ups, fight funny bosses and... well... SHOOT THEM UP!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Bullet Hell 11.4%, Shooter 8.4%, Arcade 7.2%

  20. #20 Touhou Renkyouto ~ Subterranean Festival of Love and Jealousy
    84% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
    Dev: ArzvetPub: Team Minty Cabbages
    Windows

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 8.3%

  21. #21 Project AionIX
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AionBlaze Studio
    Windows

    A fast-paced roguelike space shooter where every credit counts. Fight through dangerous sectors, upgrade your ship mid-battle, and convert your earnings into permanent power. Because when you die, you keep what matters.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Shooter 10%, Top-Down 6.4%

  22. #22 Psyvariar 3
    82% matchPositive82% of 11 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 22.9%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 7.4%

  23. #23 Neon Invaders
    82% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Neon Invaders will take you back to your gaming roots with its constant action and relentlessly brutal enemies. Absorb enemy shots of the same colour to trigger a flurry of fire to decimate the alien invaders. Dodge and Match your way to victory through 40 levels and 5 difficulty settings.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 8.2%

  24. #24 Shin Sophstar
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Banana Bytes
    Windows

    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 23.9%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Arcade 9.4%, Space 8.3%

  25. #25 Exorush
    81% 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: Bullet Hell 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 10%

  26. #26 Touhou Chouhatsuyou ~ Burgeoning Tresses of Longevity
    79% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Drillimation Systems
    Windows · Mac

    A mysterious scent has caused everyone's hair to grow haywire...

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Shooter 8.2%, 1990's 7.5%

  27. #27 The Battle of Aurinoxia
    78% matchPositive71% of 14 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: Bullet Hell 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9.1%, Top-Down 7.1%

  28. #28 ESCHATOS
    80% matchVery Positive97% of 301 reviews2015
    Dev: QutePub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 70%

    An alien menace has descended on Earth! Defend the world from UFO invasion in this superb arcade shooter from Qute. Use your weapons effectively, deflect enemy bullets with your shield, and recapture the Moon from alien infestation!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Shooter 8.1%, Space 7.6%

  29. #29 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
    79% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
    Dev: Strides Interactive Game Studio
    Windows

    SHOOT 'EM UP!Starlight: Eye of The Storm is a 2D Vertical SHMUP set in a 3D background. Unleash your special powers, upgrade your weapons! Take on 10 Arcade stages or 15 Campaign missions! Drift (auto-pivot mode) behind your enemies and take them on with style!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Space 8.9%, Shooter 8.5%

  30. #30 Adorable Dog: Gnomeageddon
    77% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Outer Pixels
    Windows

    The Gnonmeaggedon is upon us! Hold your ground against relentless gnome waves in a fast, unforgiving bullet hell. Master movement, manage space, and cut through swarms before they overwhelm you. Between attacks, explore biomes, rescue allies, save the village.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Shooter 8%, Top-Down 7.8%

  31. #31 RedRaptor
    77% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2023
    Dev: Novax GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Blast off for a retro arcade experience in RedRaptor, a vertical shoot’em up inspired by genre classics of the ’90s!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Top-Down Shooter 22.9%, 1990's 9%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 6.2%

  32. #32 Truxton 2
    76% matchPositive94% of 49 reviews2024
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    The sequel to Toaplan’s shoot ‘em up masterpiece Truxton is a thrilling insane space action with an unforgiving difficulty level. Enjoy the visually stunning pixel graphics and vibrant music as you dodge the high-speed bullet rain and take on tough bosses.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, 1990's 8.8%, Arcade 8.5%, Old School 8%

  33. #33 Astro Fighters
    76% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Shooter 9.4%, Arcade 8.2%

  34. #34 Karakia Shooter
    78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: John Caruso
    Windows

    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: Bullet Hell 21%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 9.7%, Space 8.8%

  35. #35 Arcade Forever
    75% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: KOD7
    Windows

    Arcade Forever is a 3D vertical space shooter. This is an action game in which many enemies, obstacles and different weapons guarantee great fun. If you like fast space action, this is the game for you.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Shooter 10.8%, Space 9.1%

  36. #36 GunBird
    74% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
    Windows

    The second installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooters, following the 1993 Best Shooting Game award winner “Sengoku Ace”.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 10.2%

  37. #37 Umbra Galaxy
    75% matchPositive89% of 44 reviews2022
    Dev: Lazy Wizards Games
    Windows

    Umbra Galaxy is a sci-fi shoot'em'up where you pilot a spaceship adrift in the restricted space filled with enemies. Destroy enemy generators, fight your way to the bosses and secure the obscure goal in the end!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Shooter 8.1%, Arcade 6.9%

  38. #38 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    74% 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 25.3%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 6.4%

  39. #39 Always Surrender
    73% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: The Covert Sheep Example
    Windows

    Battle a never ending swarm of enemies, but be sure to surrender before you die...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shooter 8%, Arcade 6.9%

  40. #40 Space War: Infinity
    73% matchVery Positive90% of 126 reviews2019
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows

    Vertical semi-procedural shmup with upgrades, real-time enemy waves, and infinite replayability. Level up your ship, unlock 20+ weapons, defeat 5 bosses, and survive endless bullet-hell combat.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 10.7%, Space 7.8%, Arcade 7.1%

  41. #41 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
    73% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: G-MODE
    Windows

    It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 9.8%

  42. #42 Warcat Parade
    72% 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 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 8.2%, Shooter 7.1%

  43. #43 AREA WARS™
    71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: RexoPub: STUDIO.D0DO
    Windows

    AREA WARS™ is a fast-paced 2D omnidirectional shooter where you battle enemies from every direction in a constantly changing enclosed area. Defeated enemies trigger chain explosions that engulf nearby foes and boost your score multiplier. Built for short, repeatable runs with score-focused gameplay.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9%, Top-Down 7%

  44. #44 Crisis Wing
    72% matchVery Positive90% of 89 reviews2020
    Dev: Pieslice Productions
    Windows · Mac

    Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Bullet Hell 17%, Shooter 7.3%, Arcade 6.6%

  45. #45 BEAR SHOOTER くまっとシューティング
    71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: STUDIO COTORI
    Windows

    Simple vertical scrolling shooter with a bear as the main character, 5 stages in total

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Shooter 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Cute 7.7%

  46. #46 Dininho Space Adventure
    71% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
    Dev: Dininho
    Windows

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 11.6%

  47. #47 Asteroids
    70% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
    Dev: Play Asteroids
    Windows

    Another version of the classic Asteroids game

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 11.4%, Top-Down 6.9%

  48. #48 2nd Shot
    70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Chad BarrettPub: Chaotic Entertainment, LLC
    Windows · Mac

    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: Bullet Hell 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%, Shooter 9.4%, Arcade 8.7%

  49. #49 SUPER FLAIL
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 159 reviews2018
    Dev: CryptMadePub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 43%

    SUPER FLAIL is a fast-paced arcade score attack game of flail-swinging rampage. Swing your flail to destroy everything until you die. Compare your score with other players and get on the top of the leaderboards.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shooter 8.3%, Arcade 7.4%

  50. #50 Heliocide
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: HorrorScope
    Windows

    Heliocide is a relentless top-down scrolling action! Arm your shields, lasers, guns, bombs and missiles to defend the solar system from a massive invasion!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 7.8%

  51. #51 Touhou Meijinka ~ Song of Divine Tempest
    69% matchMixed60% of 34 reviews2023
    Dev: Drillimation Systems
    Windows · Mac

    A thunderous concert appears...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 8.5%, 1990's 7.8%

  52. #52 Red Blue Cell
    67% matchPositive100% of 31 reviews2025
    Dev: Liao Kai
    Windows

    This is a retro barrage flying shooting game. Drive a space fighter plane, shuttle between planets and space stations, and use powerful firepower to destroy enemy space battleships! !

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 17%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, 1990's 10%, Arcade 7.8%

  53. #53 Lilac 0
    66% matchVery Positive95% of 75 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 24.1%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Arcade 10.4%, Shooter 9.5%, Old School 7.1%

  54. #54 Slordax: The Unknown Enemy
    69% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
    Dev: SoftdiskPub: Ziggurat
    Windows

    In this classic top-down shoot 'em up, fly the deadliest ship in the galaxy on a dangerous first-strike mission to annihilate an alien threat before they become too powerful to stop. Pick up upgrades from fallen enemies along the way and become an unstoppable force!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Bullet Hell 14%, Retro 7.1%, Space 6.6%

  55. #55 Blast Rush LS
    66% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2025
    Dev: Bipedal DogPub: indie.io
    Windows

    Ever played a difficult shmup wishing for just one more bomb? Blast to your heart’s content in Blast Rush LS, a fresh explosive experience with infinite bombs, other powerful abilities, and extra challenges that demand more than just big booms. Escaping an exploding mothership isn't easy, after all!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Top-Down 6.8%, 1990's 6.7%

  56. #56 TCSTRIKERS2
    68% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Project Anthem
    Windows

    Touhou-like 2D shooting!!! Chubby protagonist!! Orthodox and easy to understand operation!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shooter 9.8%, 1990's 6.1%

  57. #57 Ayako's Mission
    67% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2023
    Dev: Anamik Majumdar
    Windows · Linux

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shooter 8.4%, Arcade 8.2%

  58. #58 Dental Strike
    67% 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: Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Shooter 7.6%, Arcade 6.7%

  59. #59 Glow Storm
    68% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Ludus Phaedra
    Windows · Linux

    Wield a powerful shield in this neon-lit 2D bullet hell where timing is everything. Destroy enemies with strategic shield activations and harvest their sparks as allies. Master the balance between offense and defense in vibrant arenas, then challenge yourself in Hard Mode for the ultimate test.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.1%, Top-Down Shooter 24.8%, Shooter 10.5%, PvE 8.8%, Arcade 8.7%

  60. #60 Constellar
    65% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: Jacob KuchinskyPub: Banana Peel Studios
    Windows · Mac

    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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 7.9%, 1990's 7.3%

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