- #1 Crystal Drive Z
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Northline Works
Windows · Linux
An arcade shoot 'em up where you brave a hostile asteroid field as one of five ace pilots, battling space pirates and aliens for the energy-rich crystals that keep your stranded world-ship alive. Push your luck to the edge and upgrade your ship between runs if you make it home.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Score Attack 28%, Arcade 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Action 8.2%
- #2 Tiger Heli
96% matchMixed65% of 23 reviews2024
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take off on a classic arcade journey with Tiger-Heli, Toaplan's pioneering vertical shooter that set the stage for an entire genre. Now available on PC with a host of modern upgrades!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.9%, Score Attack 19.3%, Arcade 14.9%, Pixel Graphics 7.7%, Action 6.3%
- #3 Venkazoid Blast
96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Phillip Herrera
Windows
You are Vakimoh. They are the Venkazoids. Fight for your life in this quick and brutal arcade-style shooter. Can you escape your cage?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Score Attack 25%, Arcade 13.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Action 8.7%
- #4 Twinstick Arcade
95% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Aquinas Games
Windows · Linux
Retro shooting, perfected. Blast and dash through in a gorgeous retro 2D world! Explore and fight your way out of the arcade machine!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.2%, Score Attack 22.7%, Arcade 13.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Action 9.3%
- #5 Slap Fight
94% matchPositive83% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Artificial intelligence threatens the galaxy. Buckle up and fight computing power with the only power that counts: FIREPOWER! Experience Toaplan's brain-melting Slap Fight (AKA Alcon) with its gauge-based power-ups and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with the latest features!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Score Attack 23.1%, Arcade 17.1%, Action 12.7%, Retro 7%
- #6 Fixeight
94% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
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 32.8%, Score Attack 19.8%, Arcade 14.7%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Action 6.4%
- #7 Flying Shark
93% matchPositive89% of 47 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience Toaplan's arcade shooter Flying Shark (AKA Sky Shark) on PC with the latest quality-of-life features. Ride through the skies as they burn in a rain of armor-piercing bullets! You have been chosen for the mission. Because you are the best pilot there is!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.4%, Score Attack 22%, Arcade 17.4%, Action 12.6%, Retro 7.2%
- #8 MissileDancer
92% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2018
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Vertical Scroll Shooting Game with Lock-on Missile
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Score Attack 32.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.6%, Retro 6.1%, Action 5.7%
- #9 Vimana
91% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Uncover the magic of Indian mythology, unique power-ups, and an enchanting soundtrack in this electrifying space showdown. Toaplan's vertical co-op shooter Vimana debuts on PC, offering accessible, action-packed gameplay and modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Score Attack 18.7%, Arcade 13.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Action 9%
- #10 Moon Dancer
91% matchPositive95% of 40 reviews2022
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Moon Dancer is a vertically scrolling shmup featuring an exhilarating lock-on laser.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Score Attack 30.6%, Pixel Graphics 11.7%, Arcade 6.9%, Action 6.5%
- #11 Frutz
89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Broken Walls Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Dodge, dash, and blast through five handcrafted worlds in a fast pixel-art arcade shooter built for score chasing, boss fights, and perfect runs. Free demo available.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Score Attack 28.7%, Arcade 12.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 4.9%
- #12 BLASTER MAYHEM
90% 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 34%, Score Attack 30%, Arcade 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 10%, Action 7%
- #13 Warcat Parade
88% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Hefka Games
Windows · Linux
Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!
Why similar: Score Attack 29.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Pixel Graphics 12.4%, Arcade 10.9%, Action 7.1%
- #14 ImageStriker
87% matchVery Positive93% of 95 reviews2019
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Image Striker is a 2D vertical scroll shooting game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Score Attack 31.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%, Arcade 7.2%, Retro 6.3%
- #15 Crystal Breaker
86% matchPositive84% of 32 reviews2024
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Shoot the enemy at close range! Crystal Breaker is a vertically scrolling shmup that focuses on close range attack.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Score Attack 27.2%, Arcade 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Action 7.9%
- #16 Marimoth
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 14 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 29.3%, Score Attack 22.2%, Arcade 14.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, Action 7%
- #17 Fire Shark
85% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Get ready for classic shoot-'em-up action in Toaplan's Fire Shark, now on PC with modern updates. An evil and overwhelmingly powerful military force is about to take over not only a small country, but the whole world... Defeat the enemy and accept your place of honor!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.9%, Score Attack 23.9%, Arcade 16.7%, Action 12.3%, Retro 7%
- #18 Astro Attack
84% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Blocky Pixel
Windows
A single-stick arcade shoot 'em up inspired by the golden years of retro gaming. Blast to the synthwave beat to combine powerups and destroy waves of invaders. Complete missions, compete on leaderboards, discover secrets, and unlock over 80 unique ships from every era of gaming.
Why similar: Score Attack 33.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Arcade 10.8%, Pixel Graphics 6.7%, Action 4.6%
- #19 Runscore
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: 𝓛𝓮𝔁𝔂
Windows
Runscore is a survival score based game, about destroying enemies. Enemies give different points depending on the current level and dimension. In Classic Mode your goal is to reach Endless UFO. It exist more Dimension with different gamemodes for example Radius Dimension. Get the best score!
Why similar: Score Attack 44.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Arcade 14.3%, Action 11%, 2D 2.9%
- #20 Ballakala
81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Pixelated Games
Windows
Ballakala — retro arcade paint shoot 'em up. Blast blobs, survive the bosses, chase the high score. Every hit leaves a colorful mess. 50 levels, 10 bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.6%, Score Attack 33.2%, Arcade 14.5%, Retro 6.3%, Action 6%
- #21 Sky Strike Overdrive
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MaverickBit
Windows
Fast-paced 2D retro synthwave arcade shooter inspired by 80s classics. Pilot an advanced starfighter, dodge endless enemy waves, upgrade your arsenal, and chase the ultimate high score in a neon-drenched sci-fi universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39%, Score Attack 35.9%, Action 9.6%, Retro 8.5%, Arcade 4.2%
- #22 Void Gore
81% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 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: Score Attack 37.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Arcade 11.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.2%, Action 7.9%
- #23 AquaNimble
82% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2016
Dev: DrinkingNails, LLC
Windows
AquaNimble is about crazy intense shooter action with big quirky guns against underwater snake dragons, cybernetic sharks, swirling skeletons, submarines and so much more. It's a dynamic game that makes every play through different and lets you set your own challenge beyond a difficulty setting.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.3%, Score Attack 23.1%, Action 12.7%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Arcade 9.1%
- #24 Gun vs. Zombies
80% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: IonForce Studio
Windows
Gun vs. Zombies is a thrilling showdown where precision meets undead mayhem. Take control of a dynamic gun affected by physics as you fend off waves of zombies hungry for a brain feast. Compete against others on the global leaderboard by showcasing your shooting skills.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.5%, Score Attack 33.7%, Arcade 8%, Action 7.6%, Cartoon 6.3%
- #25 < STRECT >
82% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: MiddleBit
Windows
Control your ship and destroy all the enemies and bases that have appeared through teleportation! is a score-attack vertical shooter for 1 or 2 players. Enjoy simple shoot-and-dodge gameplay, rich destruction effects, and tons of hidden features.
Why similar: Score Attack 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Arcade 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 8.4%, Action 5.3%
- #26 Cosmic Cleaner
78% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: CRUSTSLICE
Windows
A stylish sci-fi arcade shooter about cleansing the galaxy of pesky demons! Cosmic Cleaner is a fast-paced, high score chasing action game that progressively gets more challenging. Designed for quick and easy fun.
Why similar: Score Attack 30.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Arcade 15.2%, Action 11.4%, Retro 8%
- #27 Terra Flame
77% matchPositive97% of 30 reviews2022
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Terra Flame is a horizontal shmup inspired by the 90's. The feature is that you can switch between three types of weapons in real time.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Score Attack 30.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Arcade 7.1%, Action 6.3%
- #28 Cosmic Warlock
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rivet Gun Games
Windows · Mac
Wield the power of the stars in this intense multi directional shmup.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Arcade 15.7%, Score Attack 12.9%, Action 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 9%
- #29 Astral Bounty
79% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Weepel Games
Windows
Astral Bounty is a demanding 2D arcade side-scroller straight out of the ’90s. Blast through hand-built enemy waves, hunt four bounties, earn credits and blow them on beefy upgrades in the shop. You’re going to need them. 3 difficulty levels, 4 ships, mercy optional.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Score Attack 25.2%, Arcade 12%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Old School 6.1%
- #30 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
76% 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 30.3%, Score Attack 27.2%, Pixel Graphics 12%, Arcade 11.7%, Action 7%
- #31 WOLFLAME
76% matchVery Positive86% of 123 reviews2016
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 39.1%, Score Attack 16.3%, Arcade 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Action 7.6%
- #32 Space Moth: Lunar Edition
75% matchPositive87% of 39 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 30.9%, Score Attack 25%, Arcade 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.7%, Action 6.9%
- #33 Nova Swarm
73% matchPositive82% of 28 reviews2026
Dev: Tiny Foundry
Windows
Blast through the swarm in a fast vertical shoot ’em up with 30 ships to master. Defeat bosses, choose upgrades that transform your run, and chase higher scores. Learn the patterns, discover powerful builds, and dive straight back in for one more attempt.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Score Attack 33.7%, Arcade 12.7%, Action 6.6%, Retro 5.8%
- #34 Nevultra
75% match3 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Zoblin Multimedia
Windows
Nevultra is an exciting shoot'em up that will take you back to the 8bit/16bit era. The protagonist, Nina, needs your help to reach her destination in deep space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36%, Score Attack 22.1%, Arcade 14.7%, Action 9.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.6%
- #35 Alexus 2040
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Romain Macre
Windows
Relive that pure arcade thrill that you haven't experienced... in a long time! Load up on unique power-ups to create deadly combinations, unlock new ships with unique abilities, and defeat numerous bosses along the way.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.3%, Score Attack 26%, Arcade 16%, Action 12.3%, Retro 7.8%
- #36 Vectro Blast
74% 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: Score Attack 34.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Arcade 16.4%, Action 7.8%, 2D 7.3%
- #37 Bananaganza
73% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: SADE
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast-paced casual arcade game where you peel, slice, and catch flying banana pieces.
Why similar: Score Attack 41.9%, Pixel Graphics 18.6%, Arcade 14.1%, Retro 10.1%, Action 8.3%
- #38 Rutabaga Desert Storm
73% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Indomitable Interactive
Windows
Lead the vegetable revolution alone or with a friend in the side-scrolling shoot ‘em up Rutabaga Desert Storm! Take down wave after wave of enemies, dodge their projectiles, and grab power-ups to boost your destruction! Can you defeat the oppressive humans and free the proletariat vegetable masses?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Score Attack 26.3%, Arcade 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 11.1%, Action 6.5%
- #39 Cosmic Cruiser
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: ImaginePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this unique shooter from 1984. take on the role of a pilot of an out-dated Cosmic Cruiser, fighting to rescue the crew of a distant space station that had been captured by a raiding party from the sinister Rallom Empire.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Score Attack 20.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Arcade 13.8%, Retro 8.4%
- #40 Blaze of Storm
71% matchPositive95% of 39 reviews2026
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Blaze of Storm is a arcade-style vertical scrolling shmup. You will fight against enemies in cyberspace as a cyber diver.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Score Attack 27.4%, Arcade 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%, Retro 5.9%
- #41 IRO HERO
78% matchNo user reviews2018
Dev: Artax Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
In a world where humans are used as power supplies, only one man has the will to change it all! Iro Hero is a sci-fi adventure with beautiful pixel art graphics inspired by many old-school classics. Staged across 9 action-packed levels, Iro Hero features a unique and fresh four-color polarity system, with interactive elements, puzzles,...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.8%, Arcade 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 14.5%, Action 12.3%, Retro 9%
- #42 Ricky Recharge
70% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2022
Dev: Team Recharge
Windows · Mac
Ricky wakes up all alone in a robot apocalypse. Little did they know that this was exactly what he had been waiting for! Charge, zap, blast, and recharge your way through an ever growing army of bots in this high score focused arcade shooter!
Why similar: Score Attack 30.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Robots 16%, Arcade 11.8%, Retro 5.4%
- #43 Krakout (C64/CPC/Spectrum)
71% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Gremlin GraphicsPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this simple twist on classic arcade block-breakers, originally released in 1987, take on the challenge of 100 fiendish levels. Contains the Amstrad CPC, Commodore 64 and ZX Spectrum versions of the game.
Why similar: Score Attack 37.5%, Arcade 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 14.9%, Retro 11.1%, Action 8.7%
- #44 Swing Shift
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Spatter Studios
Windows
Clock in for the night shift. One rope, one sodium-lit city, and a grappling hook that goes exactly where you aim it. Winch through the swing, let go at the right moment. How far you get is the only pay there is.
Why similar: Score Attack 52.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.2%, Arcade 15.2%, Action 9.3%, 2D 5.5%
- #45 EGGCONSOLE ZANAC EX MSX2
69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 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 31%, Arcade 15.7%, Score Attack 15.3%, Action 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%
- #46 Tecroroid Assault
71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: WizByte Games
Windows
A synthetic race has come to your planet to steal your technology, And you have to fight them off. Fight off the Tecroroid invasion as they sent wave after wave of enemies to the planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.6%, Arcade 19.3%, Action 10.3%, Retro 9.6%, 2D 7.2%
- #47 Raging Blasters 2
72% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
The sequel to the "Raging Blasters" is here! It's called "Raging Blasters 2". This is an arcade-style vertical scrolling shmup. Players choose from three pilots to control, and head into battle. The graphics are pixel-perfect, and the music includes chiptune versions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Score Attack 26.6%, Arcade 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 11.9%, Retro 6.3%
- #48 Plasma Sky
72% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Spikepit Games
Windows
This week, every pilot on Earth flies the same new seeded run: identical enemies, identical drops, pure skill. Flow through alien formations, arm your wingmen, and power up when you can. Out-score your friends in Plasma Sky, an arcade shmup with over 100 handcrafted levels. Blast into the neon sky!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.7%, Score Attack 33.5%, Arcade 14.2%, Retro 7%, Action 5.5%
- #49 Barrage Fantasia
69% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2021
Dev: l3lPub: Hanaji Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A girl named Herb who claims to be a great witch lives in a poisonous swamp on the outskirts of a faraway country. One day, a red jewel is stolen from a shrine under her control. Herb escapes the swamp for the first time in order to recover her jewels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Score Attack 15.9%, Arcade 12.8%, Pixel Graphics 7.8%, Retro 7%
- #50 Rysen
70% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2018
Dev: nkmr appworks
Windows
An old arcade style 2d shmup.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Score Attack 23.1%, Arcade 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 9.2%, Old School 6.7%
- #51 Invaders from the Lost Sectors
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: The Lost Sectors
Windows
Invaders from the Lost Sectors is classic arcade action. Aliens descend with increasing speed towards your base. Shoot them all before they land. Player controlled settings like guided missiles, rate of fire, enemy speed and more help you customize exactly the game experience that you want.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Score Attack 21.1%, Arcade 15.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%, Action 7.1%
- #52 Infinos Gaiden
68% matchVery Positive98% of 87 reviews2018
Dev: Picorinne Soft
Windows
The feeling of 90's arcade shooter will come again !! Arcade-like side scroll shooter of 7 stages in all!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52.4%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, Action 14.4%, Arcade 7.8%, 2D 5.6%
- #53 Zero Wing
67% matchVery Positive88% of 86 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Defend the galaxy from vicious space pirates! Seize your foes and fire them back at their allies for devastating destruction in Toaplan's legendary horizontal arcade shooter, now on PC with all-new features and quality-of-life bonuses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Score Attack 23.6%, Arcade 13.2%, Pixel Graphics 10.2%, Action 6.1%
- #54 Delve Diver
66% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: coromin another
Windows
Fall-down platformer with Auto-generated stages. Obtain items to help your journey - but beware, you should only bring what you can lose.
Why similar: Score Attack 48%, Arcade 16.7%, Action 10.5%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%, 2D 5.3%
- #55 ASSAULT SHELL 2
67% 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 33.3%, Score Attack 32.2%, Arcade 12.1%, Action 7.3%, Pixel Graphics 7.2%
- #56 Space Fuel
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: MXT Games
Windows
Bite-sized arcade shmup. Slam enemies, beat Bosses, get power-ups and repeat! Pilot your ship through deep space.
Why similar: Score Attack 33.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Arcade 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 9.8%, Retro 6.7%
- #57 Rebound Hell
66% matchNo user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: mrtsGAMES
Windows
A minimalist top-down action game where every shot bounces, changes color, and can turn against you. Managing ricochets is your only chance to survive.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Score Attack 23%, Arcade 14.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.5%, Action 8.1%
- #58 Prism Panic
70% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Stephanie Tanzar
Windows · Mac
A fast-paced arcade shooter where you blast through waves of baddies, collect power-ups, survive curses, and chase the high score. Easy to pick up, hard to put down.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Score Attack 22.2%, Arcade 17.1%, Action 14.5%, Retro 5.5%
- #59 Spark Mk1
65% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Zylos Games LLC
Windows
Spark MK1 is a fast paced non-stop action game that will challenge your reflexes.
Why similar: Score Attack 29.3%, Arcade 22.2%, Pixel Graphics 14%, Action 12.4%, Old School 8.1%