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Games Like Space Defender: Frontier Squadron

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  1. #1 Ostallian Core
    97% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Quixotic WorxPub: Sunrise Intelligence
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A modern omnidirectional space shooter with colorful retro-style ASCII art and light RPG elements, featuring optional permadeath.

    Why similar: Spaceships 26.1% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%, Top-Down Shooter 11.1%, Space 9.5%

  2. #2 GUNPIG: Firepower For Hire
    96% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2020
    Dev: LaPointe Joints
    Windows

    Sci-fi top-down twin-stick shooter with 9 weapons, 3 alts and secret hidden collectibles!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Space 9.3%, Arcade 5.6%

  3. #3 Escape the Kreegan
    95% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2024
    Dev: Entropy Is Software Development
    Windows · Linux

    Escape corruption and deliver truth to the people in the only way you know how. as a space fighter pilot! You steal a ship and flee, it falls to you to duke it out in space and deliver truth to the people. Restore peace. Restore justice. Save humanity and Escape The Kreegan!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Space 13.5%, Sci-fi 7.2%

  4. #4 Cosmic Tank
    94% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Game Masterminds
    Windows · Mac

    Cosmic Tank is a modern take on the classic game Asteroids. Mine your way to riches! Fight off hostile threats! Upgrade your ship and rent a few helpful drones! Survive epic boss fights!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.3%, Space 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.7%, Sci-fi 7.9%

  5. #5 XenoFeud
    94% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: Downforce Games
    Windows

    XenoFeud is an insane top-down twin-stick arcade alien shooter, where you must survive hordes of alien intruders while defending a mysterious object in space.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Space 11.8%, Aliens 6.1%

  6. #6 Solaris - Arcade Edition
    93% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: Gold Angel Corp.
    Windows · Linux

    You take control from a spaceship called DV-01 to towards on stages until reach the "Special Stage" that is endless! Shoot on enemies to earn more points this is the focus. Enjoy! This is the Arcade Version from "Solaris The Second Law".

    Why similar: Spaceships 49.4% ★, Space 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 10%, Top-Down Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 5.7%

  7. #7 Stella Voyager
    92% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2020
    Dev: KESOFTGAMES
    Windows

    Open World Space Exploring Trading Shmup RPG. Space sheriff fighting outlaws. King of inter planet trade. Investor who contribute to the development of the planets. The choice Is yours.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Space 10.5%, Shooter 3.8%

  8. #8 Neon Meltdown
    91% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Living Skies Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Your own reactor is the thing trying to kill you. Every kill feeds the heat, and the coolant those kills drop is the only thing that vents it — lying exactly where the danger just was. A twin-stick score chase where diving into the crowd is the only way to survive it. Five modes, co-op up to four.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Space 8.4%, Arcade 5.5%

  9. #9 Syntherion
    91% matchNo user reviews2027
    Dev: Tozi Cabin Games
    Windows

    Syntherion is a top-down space shooter in which each level is built around a single song. The weapons, enemies, environment, and objectives are all derived from that licensed track. The library spans 20+ artists that have signed on, and is still growing.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.5%, Spaceships 21.5% ★, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Space 11%, Arcade 6%

  10. #10 The Mad House Season One
    90% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Crazy Carrot Studios
    Windows

    Step into The Mad House, a futuristic cyberpunk game show! Battle waves of enemies, conquer unique room challenges, and climb the Leaderboard. Upgrade your gear, master each fight, and earn your place in the legendary Hall of Legends.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Shooter 6.1%, Sci-fi 5.6%

  11. #11 Exovore
    89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Tapzilla
    Windows · Linux

    EXOVORE is a fast-paced twin-stick space horror shoot’em-up inspired by the arcade classic Sinistar. Harvest asteroids, build your arsenal and face an evolving alien terror that hungers for your ship’s core. Retro-style visuals meet modern chaos in this relentless fight for survival among the stars.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Space 7.7%, Arcade 5.8%

  12. #12 REVO
    89% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2021
    Dev: Cosmic Misfit Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Dodge and shoot your way through waves of enemies. REVO is a high speed, neon drenched space shoot ‘em up inspired by arcade classics of the 1980’s. Collect pickups, unlock powerful, ammo hungry weapons, and defeat giant bosses.

    Why similar: Spaceships 31.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Space 12.8%, Top-Down 5.6%

  13. #13 Acid Web
    88% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
    Dev: Text Garden
    Windows · Linux

    Challenge your reflexes and defend your web from an onslaught of strange creatures to the beat of a dynamic, generative acid techno soundtrack in this all-nonsense arcade-style twin stick shooter.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Arcade 6.7%, Shooter 5%

  14. #14 Devileader
    87% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2021
    Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
    Windows

    Devileader, a fearsome space demon who once have destroyed countless planets of the solar system is about to be resurrected by his minions and fanatics, who want to bring chaos to the universe. Pilot the agile space interceptor Deviship and survive the terror of this demon lord.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Space 9.3%, Arcade 6%

  15. #15 G.E.M. Grab & Exit
    86% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Krow's Mask
    Windows · Linux

    Hand-Drawn Twin-Stick Shooter in space where one must survive the robotic ships onslaught and extract with the loot to exchange for ship upgrades.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, Space 8.6%, Arcade 7.1%

  16. #16 Bug Blast
    86% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2020
    Dev: Giga GruntsPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Fight and dodge through hundreds of space bugs in Bug Blast! Go through each space station to protect from the hoards of bugs that come their way.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.2%, Top-Down Shooter 25.2%, Space 8.9%, Arcade 6.9%, Aliens 5.3%

  17. #17 Space Defense
    85% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
    Dev: Guilherme UemaPub: Uema Studio
    Windows

    You and your space troop have a tough mission to defend Earth from an alien invasion in this epic space war. Will you be able to guide your troops to victory?

    Why similar: Spaceships 29% ★, Space 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Aliens 5.5%

  18. #18 Timeloop Titans
    83% match8 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2025
    Dev: LapaGames
    Windows

    Timeloop Titans is a fast-paced space arcade shooter where you defend the breathtaking Planet Gaia from relentless alien invasions. Upgrade your ship, conquer challenges, and save humanity in this cosmic battle for survival!

    Why similar: Spaceships 25.7% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Arcade 6.7%, Space 5.8%

  19. #19 Solitarius
    84% matchMixed62% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: Daniel Brendel
    Windows

    Solitarius is a 2D top-down wave shooter set in a sci-fi space environment. It is a free minigame that contains six different levels, eight different enemies and nine different weapons. Instead of surviving as long as possible you have to make it through each level.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23%, Space 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Sci-fi 6.7%, Arcade 5.6%

  20. #20 Starfighter Neon
    84% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
    Dev: MadeOfDinosaurs
    Windows · Mac

    You've been dropped into enemy space. Weave your Starfighter between alien spaceships, lasers, asteroids and bombs destroying as many as you can and collecting valuable coins and powerups as you go.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Space 7.8%, Aliens 6.6%

  21. #21 Nova Rebellion
    82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Centurion Dragons Studios
    Windows

    Blast through waves of chaos in this retro inspired space shooter. Simple mechanics, high energy rock/electronic soundtrack, and a gloriously goofy tone make Nova Rebellion a cosmic throwback Back when space shooters were all the rage.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Spaceships 12.5% ★, Space 10.1%, Top-Down 6.6%

  22. #22 Gunslinger Nova
    82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
    Dev: instasiv
    Windows

    A top-down, 2d space-shooter that pits the user against swarms of alien ships from other dimensions. Destroy all enemies and portals as fast as possible. Battle increasingly tougher enemies through 40 Campaign levels and Endless Mode!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Space 9.9%, Arcade 7.2%, Aliens 5.6%

  23. #23 Storm Mined
    81% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Hémisphère gauche
    Windows · Linux

    Inspired by the cult classic Mine Storm, Storm Mined modernizes arcade space shooting with rogue-lite upgrades and rhythm-based stages.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Space 10.1%, Arcade 6.4%

  24. #24 Fragment Hunters
    81% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: Crynsystems
    Windows

    Crystal Souls: Fragment Hunters is a top down indie space game where you shoot enemy ships, gather crystals, and upgrade your own ship.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Aliens 8.5%, Arcade 7.3%

  25. #25 Vostok 2061
    80% matchMostly Positive67% of 57 reviews2022
    Dev: DYV's Game
    Windows

    Vostok 2061 is a modern-graphics vertical scroll shooter. Gorgeous alien worlds, spaceships, and bosses. Explore mysteries as you listen to a great soundtrack!

    Why similar: Spaceships 24.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Space 12.7%, Sci-fi 6.2%

  26. #26 Nebula Live: Galactic trials
    79% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: KaamosGames
    Windows

    Nebula Live is a 2D side-scrolling space shooter set in a galactic TV show where the audience controls the chaos. Fight through 13 levels as viewers vote for unpredictable events, send power-up drops, and influence your chances of survival before unlocking Endless Mode.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Space 16.7%, Futuristic 5.5%, Sci-fi 4.5%

  27. #27 ZEROCRON
    79% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: T.R.S.
    Windows

    ZEROCRON is a straightforward, classical arcade Twin-Stick Shoot-Em-Up with a strong Commodore-Amiga-era feel. Blast asteroids and enemies to burning pixeldust!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Space 7%, Arcade 6.9%

  28. #28 Technikiller
    78% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: LofiDev
    Windows

    Technikiller is a sci-fi shooter set inside a mega-factory. Hack in and take control of a hulking mech to blast your way through hordes of killer robots. Fight your way to the core and shut it down.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Top-Down 6.1%, Shooter 4.9%

  29. #29 Neon Fighter
    77% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2022
    Dev: kurigamedev
    Windows

    Neon Fighter is a tiny arcade game packed with lasers and explosions, in which every few seconds you are forced to switch weapons automatically, making you have to adapt quickly to the new situation and re-evaluate your perspective.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Arcade 7.9%, Space 6.1%

  30. #30 Atomic Heist
    78% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2018
    Dev: Live Aliens
    Windows

    Atomic Heist is a sci-fi roguelike twin-stick shooter. Control your combat ship and fight your way out of the overrun space station. The nuclear core you have to steal is leaking radiation, so you need to hurry and escape! Manage your ammo carefully and collect power-ups to enhance your ship.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Space 15.5%, RPG 11.7%, Sci-fi 7.7%

  31. #31 Ultra Mega Planet Battles
    76% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Solindie Games
    Windows

    Ultra Mega Planet Battles is an intense arcade-style, space-based, twin-stick shooter. Players can play by themselves, or with up to 3 friends local co-op or Steam Remote Play (total of 4 players). Select your character, select and modify your ship, then get shooting!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Space 10.1%, Aliens 7.3%

  32. #32 Son of a Gun
    75% matchMostly Positive73% of 143 reviews2024
    Dev: Crank GoblinPub: Untold Tales
    Windows

    A retro-inspired, action packed, twin-stick shooter full of bullets, blood and explosions. Collect and manage your guns to exterminate jungle zombies, swarming bugs, heavy robots, slimy monsters and even space ghosts.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Aliens 7%, Arcade 6.8%

  33. #33 Curved Space
    76% matchPositive85% of 39 reviews2021
    Dev: Only By Midnight Ltd.Pub: Maximum Games
    Windows

    Curved Space is an intense arcade-style twin-stick shooter that takes the classic formula and plunges it into the weirdest reaches of space. Battle cosmic space-invading spiders across curved landscapes where bullets hug the terrain while the horizon drops sharply out of sight.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Spaceships 14.2% ★, Space 13.1%, Aliens 7.2%

  34. #34 Comet
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Dan de Hakker
    Windows

    Take control of a spaceship in this top-down action shooter and defend yourself and earth from the unknown mysteries and horrors off space!

    Why similar: Spaceships 37.5% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 24.3%, Space 12%, Aliens 7.3%, Sci-fi 5%

  35. #35 Phobos Down
    73% match8 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
    Dev: FRACTiLE Games
    Windows · Linux

    A sci-fi twin stick shooter stripped down to the bare essentials with focus on smooth controls and satisfying action.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Aliens 6.1%, Sci-fi 5.8%

  36. #36 Reticent Retribution
    77% matchNo user reviews2021
    Dev: Seth Billick
    Windows · Linux

    Reticent Retribution is a top down twin stick shooter. A 3rd person action game. You must blast waves of space enemies. You can use the keyboard and a controller. 720p 60fps. Press 'esc' to quit, 'h' for help.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35%, Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Space 17.2%, Top-Down 7.3%, Shooter 6.6%

  37. #37 Space Ark
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Baal Studio
    Windows

    Commander, your help is required in order to save the existence from extinction, join the adventure in solo arcade mode or in multiplayer. ------------- Destroy your friends in epic spaceship battles and steal their points in order to enhance & personalize your own ship once you return to your base.

    Why similar: Spaceships 38.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Space 12.5%, Futuristic 6.3%, Top-Down 6%

  38. #38 Cuboid Keeper
    74% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2019
    Dev: Ottropi Games
    Windows

    Cuboid Keeper is a fast-paced arena shooter with a gripping storyline and an unique spaceship building system. Take control of the legendary Guardian of the Cube and face four advanced civilizations hell-bent on defeating you.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Space 12.5%, Sci-fi 6.7%

  39. #39 Lonefield Evacutation Survivor
    73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Studio Malémûre
    Windows

    Lonefield Evacuation Survivor is a... survivor in which you play as a ship facing an alien incursion. Destroy your enemies, collect bolts and upgrade your ship to survive long enough and escape. Play alone or with up to 3 friends in local multiplayer or with Remote Play Together for online gaming.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Space 11.1%, Arcade 7.2%

  40. #40 Project Vanguard
    71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
    Dev: MrBastionPub: Bastion Studios
    Windows

    Project Vanguard is a neon bullet-hell roguelike where you pilot experimental ships, draft wild upgrades, build screen-melting synergies, and survive endless waves of Void bosses.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Space 11%, Arcade 6.3%

  41. #41 KILL YOUR FRIENDS
    73% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2022
    Dev: James Robinson
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A frantic arena shooter for up to 6 players. Play solo, or battle your pals online. Grab a weapon, don your comically oversized hat & an absurdly mismatched outfit, and KILL YOUR FRIENDS!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Arcade 6.4%, Top-Down 5.6%

  42. #42 Cyberhunt
    72% matchVery Positive85% of 2,923 reviews2017
    Dev: NukGames
    Windows
    Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 7.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%

    Cyberhunt is a retro procedurally generated twin stick shooter, that takes you back to the sweet to the sweet arcade machines era!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Space 13.7%, Arcade 6.4%

  43. #43 SUPERVERSE
    70% matchMostly Positive70% of 47 reviews2025
    Dev: Superverse Industries
    Windows

    SUPERVERSE is a fast-paced, action-packed space shooter that launches you into an ancient network of interconnected universes. Your mission: travel back through space-time and prevent the extinction of humanity.

    Why similar: Spaceships 27.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Space 12.2%, Sci-fi 6%

  44. #44 Astro Ike
    72% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
    Dev: Cyberkite Games
    Windows

    Astro Ike is an exhilarating single-player, third-person zombie wave shooter that will immerse you in an intense battle for survival. Step into the shoes of Astro Ike, a fearless protagonist, as you face relentless waves of zombies. The challenge awaits—how long can you endure?

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Space 10.3%, Arcade 5.9%

  45. #45 Zombie Cubes 2
    70% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: MayoNinja Games
    Windows

    Survive relentless waves of Zombie Cubes in this action-packed shooter! Explore redesigned maps, battle unique bosses, uncover secrets, and craft traps to gain the upper hand. Upgrade weapons, collect PowerUps, and compete for the highest score in this fast-paced fight for survival!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 37.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Shooter 5.5%, Action 4.2%

  46. #46 Splitfire
    71% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: @thr3mix
    Windows

    Splitfire is the homage to classic twin-stick shooters like Geometry Wars, that evolves the genre by answering the question, 'What if both thumbsticks controlled their own weapons?'.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Space 11.4%, Arcade 6.1%

  47. #47 Gamma Bros
    70% matchVery Positive92% of 166 reviews2018
    Dev: PixeljamPub: Akupara Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 36 minMean: 5.4 hrs≥1hr: 41%

    Guide the Gamma Brothers through waves of alien attacks, blasting your way home from work in this frantic twin-stick space shooter about brotherly love.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Space 13.6%, Arcade 7.7%, Sci-fi 7.6%

  48. #48 Retro Rocket Raiders
    71% matchNo user reviews2023
    Dev: Zed Zeek
    Windows

    An old school fast action twin stick shmup, featuring more than 20 weapons that you can equip your ship with and 30 different enemies

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 40.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Arcade 9%, Top-Down 6.3%

  49. #49 Alpha Force Zero
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: osm digital
    Windows

    Alpha Force Zero is an intense top-down bullet-hell adventure that requires skill and planning. Utilize multiple weapon systems including an Auto-Turret with adjustable firing modes and unlock upgrades that you can equip in your ship to give you the upper hand. Dodge, fight, survive!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Space 11.4%, Arcade 7.3%, Sci-fi 6%

  50. #50 Star Singularity
    69% matchMostly Positive78% of 69 reviews2018
    Dev: Star Bunny Enterprises
    Windows
    Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%

    A space action-adventure unlike any other: navigate your spacecraft through a galactic-scale mystery. Make sure to loot, craft and upgrade your space fleet. Play the story campaign or test your skills in vicious arena modes against AI opponents.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 20.6%, Space 18.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Sci-fi 8.7%, RPG 7.5%

  51. #51 Galaxy At War
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Nicola Hahn
    Windows

    Enter the cockpit of your spaceship and prevent the destruction of our homeland! You and your friends have to dodge various attacks and fight many enemies. But your Twitch chat can support you in your defense and your subscribers can even accompany you as wingmen!

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Space 16.1%, Sci-fi 6.7%

  52. #52 I Made Myself a Ship
    67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
    Dev: Draih
    Windows

    Zip and zoom as you zap enemies and steal their stuff. Build progressively bigger, faster, tankier, more agile, more dangerous, more complicated, more projectile-y-ier ships in your goal to destroy and collect everything.

    Why similar: Spaceships 32.8% ★, Space 18.2%, Sci-fi 10.4%, Top-Down Shooter 7.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 7%

  53. #53 Slordax: The Unknown Enemy
    69% match5 user reviews100% of 5 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 26.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Spaceships 17.7% ★, Space 10.8%, Aliens 7.9%

  54. #54 Halo: Spartan Assault
    68% matchMostly Positive78% of 4,938 reviews2014
    Dev: Vanguard GamesPub: Xbox Game Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%

    Halo: Spartan Assault brings the excitement of Halo combat to Steam for the very first time. Battle your way through 30 action-packed missions against the Covenant as you explore the origin of the Spartan Ops program featured in Halo 4. *DirectX feature level 10 required. *

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 31.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 26.3%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Top-Down 7.7%, Action 7.5%

  55. #55 Cosmonator
    68% matchVery Positive87% of 102 reviews2019
    Dev: Bourbontank
    Windows

    Cosmonator is an 'RPG-em-up': a hybrid of classic fast-paced top-down shoot-em-up action infused with deep character building elements. Build up your own unique alien-killing machine to avenge the destruction of planet Earth!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, RPG 11%, Space 8.4%, Action 6.6%

  56. #56 Starwreck Reclaimer
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Starwreck Studio
    Windows

    Pilot a combat salvager into a shifting starship graveyard in this top-down twin-stick action roguelite. Battle hostile machines, manage ammunition and hull integrity, choose risky protocols, recover valuable scrap, and build powerful weapon and module combinations.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.5%, Top-Down Shooter 24.2%, Space 16.7%, Sci-fi 9.1%, Top-Down 4.8%

  57. #57 COSMONEON
    67% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: AlmightyBryce.Dev
    Windows

    A fast-paced neon arcade shooter where you dodge and destroy endless enemies as the speed continuously increases, pushing your reaction time and precision to the limit.

    Why similar: Spaceships 47.2% ★, Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Arcade 9.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.8%, Action 4.3%

  58. #58 Re/Phase
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Project Dreihänder
    Windows · Mac

    Fly, Build, and Fight in a modular spaceflight roguelike set in a hostile alien universe. Control the ship’s movement with high precision, build bizarre ships from random parts, and turn cosmic chaos into mastery as you battle to survive.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 39.6%, Space 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Sci-fi 10.1%, Top-Down 7.9%

  59. #59 Breakpoint
    66% matchVery Positive97% of 239 reviews2020
    Dev: Studio AesthesiaPub: The Quantum Astrophysicists Guild
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 24 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 29%

    Breakpoint is a twin-stick slasher where your weapons explode. Break through the swarm to claim your spot on the online leaderboard.

    Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Space 13.3%, Sci-fi 6.4%

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