- #1 1x! Space Adventure
97% 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%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 11.3%
- #2 Laser Droplets
96% 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 22.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 12%, Shooter 6.4%
- #3 Star Jet Alpha
96% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shooter 10%, Space 9.9%
- #4 Neon Invaders
95% 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: Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Shooter 9.3%, Arcade 8%
- #5 Space Waves
94% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 8.9%
- #6 Royal Odyssey
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lion Crest Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Royal Odyssey is a retro-style arcade space shooter where you pilot Prince Zayven’s ship through a deadly asteroid storm, blasting your way to survival.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, 1980s 8.6%, Top-Down 7.4%
- #7 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
93% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
This is a high-difficulty bullet hell shooting game and a sequel to "Bullet Hell Monday." It offers an exciting experience for players who demand advanced skills and precise strategies. As a common system, six types of special weapons are equipped, expanding the player's tactical range.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 6.6%
- #8 4D:XD
92% 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 22.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 7.7%
- #9 Akka Arrh
91% matchVery Positive85% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Akka Arrh is a modern take on a scrapped project from the 1980s, providing players with a fast-paced, addictive, arcade shooter experience and psychedelic visuals. Protect your life rings as you chain together combos and go for a high score!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Shooter 9.1%, Arcade 7.7%
- #10 Arcade Forever
91% 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 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Shooter 11.3%, Space 7.9%
- #11 Asteroidia
90% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Duk Studios
Windows
A simple and fun space shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 6.4%
- #12 Bullet Hell Monday
89% matchVery Positive95% of 62 reviews2022
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
Beginner Welcome Bullet Hell Shooter. "Chapter Mode", which is starting from a simple stage and gradually becoming more difficult, is recommended for beginners. Once you get used to bullet hell, let's experience full-scale bullet hell in "Challenge Mode".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shooter 9.6%, Psychedelic 9%
- #13 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
89% 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 25.6%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 6.3%
- #14 Exo-Calibre
88% 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 26.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Shooter 10.1%, Top-Down 6.3%
- #15 Psyvariar 3
87% 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 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 7.5%
- #16 Project AionIX
86% 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 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Shooter 10.8%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #17 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
84% matchVery Positive95% of 84 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
"Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Shooter 7.6%, Psychedelic 6.3%
- #18 Exorush
86% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 10.1%
- #19 ShapeNeon Chaos
85% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2021
Dev: Beni Games
Windows
ShapeNeon Chaos is an old school style space-shooter. You are a ship facing off waves of deadly enemies. This game was made to give you a shot of adrenaline in a couple of minutes. Lots of bullets and neon in an arcade psychedelic shooter!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Psychedelic 11.3%, Arcade 8.2%
- #20 Chicken Invaders 1
83% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2025
Dev: InterAction studios
Windows
Save Earth from an invasion of intergalactic chickens! Finger-blistering arcade shooting action for one or two players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 10.7%, 1980s 6.5%
- #21 Strelitzia
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sorgintza
Windows · Linux
An arcade style bullet-hell shoot 'em up where you'll have to dodge thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Arcade 11.3%, Top-Down 7.1%
- #22 Crucible
82% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
Dev: TriScalePub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Shooter 10.3%, Top-Down 8.3%
- #23 Insectipede
82% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2019
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
Time to bug out and blast back in this arcade shooter packed with waves of insects and UFOs. Fight through 50 challenging stages, grab power-ups, and chase the high score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 9%
- #24 Lobstar: Arcade Version
81% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Arcade 10.6%, Top-Down 7.2%
- #25 Hoodie Survivor and Super Hoodie Bros
80% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: The Voices Games
Windows
Auto shooter score attack survival game where your character moves forward continuously and you control the direction of travel by rotating left and right
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 11.3%
- #26 Orchid Glitter
81% 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 25.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Bullet Hell 21%, Shooter 6.4%, Arcade 6.3%
- #27 RPM - Road Punk Mayhem
78% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Hit the road for explosive bullet hell action through a post-apocalyptic wasteland!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 6.8%
- #28 SOLSTORM
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jerry Zhu
Windows · Linux
SOLSTORM is a classic hand-crafted arcade bullet hell, skillfully weave, and dodge through 9 stages with waves of projectiles as you persevere and see a space odyssey to the end!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 7.9%
- #29 Red Galaxy
79% 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 22%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 10.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.7%
- #30 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
77% 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 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 23.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Shooter 12.7%, Arcade 9.9%
- #31 Storm Mined
78% 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: Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Shooter 8.5%, 1980s 7.5%
- #32 TROID BLASTER 2
76% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: KINGSGUARD GAMES
Windows
TROID BLASTER 2 is a physics based asteroids tribute game, featuring: * Random Levels * Gachapon random generated pilots and ships * 30 weapon types to unlock * Physics based! * Hundreds of bite sized levels to play * A graveyard to bury and remember your fallen pilots
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 10.3%, 1980s 6.9%
- #33 NewMe NuMe LuMe: Alien Wars
76% 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 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 10.3%
- #34 Dininho Space Adventure
77% 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 21.7%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 11.7%
- #35 2nd Shot
75% 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 17.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, 1980s 10.8%, Shooter 10.2%
- #36 Battle AirForce
74% 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 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 6.8%
- #37 Planets Ambrosia
74% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: Maltsoft
Windows
All-out 360-degree assault! A roguelite shooter where you pilot an sci-fi fighter to eliminate grotesque enemies fused with fruit and machinery, constantly upgrading your weaponry.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shooter 9.9%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #38 Exovore
73% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 7.1%
- #39 Magic Fairy Fun Blast
71% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 7.1%
- #40 THUNDER STRIKER
72% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Blast your way through enemy territory and level up your versatile arsenal of high-tech weapons in this handheld game style retro shmup!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, 1980s 10.1%, Shooter 7%
- #41 Astro Fighters
70% 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 22.4%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 8.6%
- #42 Endline
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Miniced
Windows · Linux
Endline is a 2.5D psychedelic bullet hell experience, combining rhythm and bright colours.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 7.6%
- #43 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
73% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: PopTea Games
Windows
CRAZY APPLIANCES is a fast paced top-down shooter game! The elect robots are insane, heroes! Fight your way by using various weapons and powerful items to defeat them in different dangerous situation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shooter 9.9%, Top-Down 9.5%
- #44 Pangaroids
71% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2022
Dev: Adam Wozniak
Windows · Mac
Destroy the deadly bouncing orbs for the highest score in this Pang meets Asteroids arcade blaster.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 7.1%
- #45 Blorks: The Quest for Magnesium
75% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Soiree Games
Windows
Blorks: The Quest for Magnesium is an intense bullet-hell shooter with psychedelic aesthetics reminiscent of late 90s console titles.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Psychedelic 13.2%, Shooter 8.5%
- #46 TAILS GEAR HD
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: BLUE&WHITE
Windows
A revamped version of "Tales Gear," originally released in 2007, featuring high-resolution support, new systems, and rearranged background music. A full-fledged 2.5D vertical-scrolling shooter characterized by the Tail Pod, an optional weapon that combines offense and defense.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Arcade 9.3%, Shooter 6.2%
- #47 Shikhondo: Youkai Rampage
69% matchVery Positive85% of 82 reviews2024
Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
Popular vertically scrolling shoot'em up game Shikhondo is back and powered up! One day, the soul-starved Youkai escape from the depths of hell. Now, the story of the Grim Reaper and the girl who has fallen into this land begins!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 23%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Arcade 11.5%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #48 StormBonk
71% 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 23.3%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 9.3%, Top-Down 8.1%
- #49 Zannon
70% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: JimJams Games
Windows
Zannon is our take on the classic shooters of the late 1980's and early 1990's. Blast your way through 10 challanging levels, collect awesome power-ups, battle numereous different enemies, base and gun platforms. - Love retro and you'll love Zannon.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Arcade 9.4%, Top-Down 7.3%
- #50 Asteroids
69% matchPositive96% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: Play Asteroids
Windows
Another version of the classic Asteroids game
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 11.8%, Top-Down 7.5%
- #51 AREA WARS™
67% 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 25.1%, Top-Down Shooter 25%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 9.4%, Top-Down 7.6%
- #52 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
Rock 'N Roll G.E.O.S. Wars is a completely new dimension of the original Rock 'N Roll game. In this game, players can work together to vanquish the space rocks that threaten Earth... or they can choose to face each other in a wide variety of duel modes!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 9.6%
- #53 AstroRage2049
66% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2026
Dev: CJPub: Outofthematrix
Windows
A short space shooter game that you can finish in your break time with beginner-friendly gameplay and some special features.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 10.8%, Psychedelic 10.7%
- #54 DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO., LTD.
Windows
CAVE's arcade bullet hell shooter returns as DoDonPachi Resurrection Reignite. New stages, a new character, new music, and other new elements set the stage for a new challenge.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 8.8%
- #55 Heliocide
68% 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 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 8.1%
- #56 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
67% 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 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shooter 9.8%, Space 8.5%
- #57 Spherical Worlds: Evolution
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Infobyte
Windows · Linux
A distant human colony faces an enigmatic alien threat. As commander of a spherical battle droid, infiltrate alien spacecraft to neutralize the menace from within. Face AI-enhanced droids, upgrade your arsenal, and engage in high-speed action, mini-games and test your strategic skills and reflexes.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Shooter 9.7%, Space 8.2%
- #58 Umbra Galaxy
67% 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 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 20%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 7.4%
- #59 tz mini stg collection
65% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 12.6%
- #60 Nova Strike
66% matchMixed65% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
Fire up your blaster cannons and take on waves of enemies in this retro shoot'em up with procedural levels. Come back stronger with each attempt and beat the high score!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 9.1%