- #1 VERZEUS
97% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: RETSUZANPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Blast and weave your way through enemy fire while managing a wide variety of ship power-ups in this retro style horizontal shoot-'em-up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Flight 15.9%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Bullet Hell 11.8%, 1980s 8.5%
- #2 FIGHT PLANE 機戰
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: King KongPub: King Kong Gaming
Windows
"FIGHT PLANE 機戰" is a hard-core clear-cut shooting air combat game. Players control the fighter plane to shuttle through the sky full of bullets. While improving the fighter plane's ability, challenge powerful enemies at the same time!!!
Why similar: Flight 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Side Scroller 12.1%, Bullet Hell 12%, 2D Platformer 8.3%
- #3 Basilisk looks into the Mirror
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Projector Studios
Windows
Shmup. Unlock. Customise. Experiment. Upgrade. Basilisk. Petrify. Easy.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Abstract 13.9%, 1980s 9.5%, Shooter 9.1%
- #4 Super Arcade Boy in Defender of Planet Earth
95% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2017
Dev: LoadUpGames.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
A retro-style classic side-scrolling shoot ’em up. Fly Super Arcade Boy through 8 levels, blast enemy waves, grab power-ups, and take down bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Side Scroller 13.4%, 1980s 10.6%, Shooter 10.3%
- #5 N-GON
94% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: quadape
Windows
An acid trip back to classic vector arcade action games with the unique bullet magnet mechanic. Dodge ruthless attacks, bend your projectile trajectory, destroy waves of enemies with the massive explosion chains. Die a lot! Then try again and get yourself to top of the leaderboards
Why similar: Flight 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Abstract 13.4%, 1980s 8.5%
- #6 Cosmic Mirage
93% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: HugePixel
Windows
Welcome to the exciting universe of Cosmic Mirage, where incredible space battles await you. Free the captured planets from the dark forces of the galactic conquerors.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Noir 13.1%, Side Scroller 11.5%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Shooter 9.3%
- #7 The X-Type
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BinaryWriter
Windows
Master a modular arsenal and survive a biomechanical nightmare in this intense cinematic shmup. Face grotesque aberrations, unlock achievements, and conquer the hardcore mode. The first level of an expanding saga!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Side Scroller 17.3%, 2D Platformer 11.5%, Shooter 9.7%
- #8 River Rush
91% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: 2nd Best Games
Windows
Take your chance and feel like 10 again.😊To start let's meet this retro cutie.🚀 River Rush is reminiscent of an old vertically scrolling shoot’em up games.🚀 If you remember them, it's time to catch up with nostalgia. Or your father's nostalgia.😉 Board in and have some fun.👨🚀
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Flight 16.1%, 1980s 15.1%, Arcade 8.8%
- #9 The Rush
91% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: Hornbuckle Who
Windows
The Rush is a horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up with graphics inspired by classic space shooters of the MSX. Buckle up and see if you have what it takes to master the highly adaptive Chameleon Quartz space fighter and single-handedly obliterate the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 9.7%
- #10 Lea
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 3weeks StudioPub: 2P Games
Windows
In a world of miracles and challenges, where steam technology meets magic on a vast archipelago continent, you become Lea, an ace pilot. Your mission: conquer enemies, unveil conspiracies, and bring peace. Are you ready to be the hero who stops the war?
Why similar: Flight 20.8%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Side Scroller 14.8%, Shooter 11%
- #11 Wings Of WW2
90% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Take to the skies in this 2D depiction of World War 2 in the 1940's. You will be constantly under attack from Enemy war birds hell bent on taking you down.
Why similar: Flight 18.1%, Wargame 16.4%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Shooter 8.4%
- #12 Star Keeper
89% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: 87arts
Windows
Curious why gamers in the 80s were so addicted to NES games? Star Keeper will take you on a journey to experience the joy of staying up all night to beat this NES game!
Why similar: Flight 20.4%, Side Scroller 14.9%, 1980s 11.8%, Shooter 10.1%, 1990's 9.5%
- #13 Rasant
88% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Cledson Lopes Marta de OliveiraPub: Cledman Games
Windows
With your ship, face several exciting space battles, full of shots and powerful enemies. Customize your spaceship by making it more and more powerful and get ready for a space trip that will make your adrenaline skyrocket!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Flight 13.4%, 1980s 11.4%, Noir 11.1%
- #14 Space way: Echo of the Galaxy
87% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2025
Dev: My general
Windows
In this retro space shooter you will have the opportunity to take control of a space fighter and crush waves of enemies. Show all your agility and reaction!
Why similar: Flight 26.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Shooter 11%, Arcade 8.9%
- #15 Thundering Skies
89% matchMostly Positive71% of 21 reviews2017
Dev: Flat Voxel
Windows
A shoot'em up inspired by the 16-bit classics of the genre.
Why similar: Flight 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Side Scroller 16%, Arcade 10.7%, Shooter 8.6%
- #16 GUN DOG ROCK RAPID
86% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: leimonyaPub: leimonya
Windows
Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 12.7%, 1990's 10.5%
- #17 GRADIUS ORIGINS
82% matchVery Positive94% of 250 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.
Why similar: Arcade 16.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Shooter 14.7%, 1980s 13.7%, 2D Platformer 11.4%
- #18 Red Blue Cell
83% 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: Flight 21.5%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, 1990's 11.9%, 1980s 9.7%
- #19 PigShip and the Giant Wolf
84% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Pixel Bones Studio
Windows
Pig Ship and the Giant Wolf is a classic Shoot'em Up with a 8btis monochrome aesthetic. Cross the 6 worlds full of enemies and defeat the Giant Wolf to save your brothers.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Side Scroller 13.4%, 1980s 11.5%, Shooter 9.7%
- #20 Animal Kostume
84% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: LGV
Windows · Mac · Linux
No talk, compadre. It's Animal Kostume time! Follow kroc-boy in his path to overcome a series of difficult levels in this hardcore 2D platformer with a lot of enemies, bullets and surprises.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19%, Side Scroller 18.5%, 2D Platformer 14.2%, Abstract 13.3%, Shooter 10.4%
- #21 Bionic Tadpole
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SaGa76
Windows
A run-n-gun, non-stop action platformer-shooter! Pick up a weapon. A jetpack. A force shield. All while evading bullet-hell madness! Oh, and be mindful not to let your gun overheat...
Why similar: Side Scroller 15.2%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, 2D Platformer 11.7%, Shooter 11.3%
- #22 Apidya' Special
85% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Team ApidyaPub: ININ
Windows
1992's home computer legend Apidya is making a comeback in this authentic 24-bit pixel remake, built from the ground up, but utterly faithful to the original. Take flight in Apidya' Special!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Flight 18.1%, Side Scroller 16%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Shooter 9.8%
- #23 Full Moon Rush
82% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: Silkworm
Windows
Take on a howling challenge in Full Moon Rush! This classic shoot 'em up is a bullet hell masterpiece with a boss rush twist. With 15 epic battles and old-school graphics, you'll need expert shooting skills to survive. Customizable health and Assist Mode make it accessible to all.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Side Scroller 17.4%, 2D Platformer 11.8%, Shooter 9.6%
- #24 To the Basement. Before
81% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2026
Dev: HugePixel
Windows
To the Basement. Before is a fast-paced side-scrolling action platformer that reveals the story before the events of the first game. You'll encounter flying, dangerous corridors, traps, a virus that has taken over the bunker, and the only robot that has managed to escape infection.
Why similar: Flight 24.5%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Noir 16.5%, Arcade 12%, 1980s 8.7%
- #25 BATSUGUN Saturn Tribute Boosted
81% matchPositive94% of 48 reviews2023
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
A PIONEER OF THE BULLET HELL GENRE BY TOAPLAN IS BACK!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 10.8%
- #26 Chromacell
78% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 171Dev
Windows
In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Upgrade your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Emerge victorious as the ultimate space pilot!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Side Scroller 18.9%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 10.2%
- #27 SATAZIUS
79% matchVery Positive85% of 324 reviews2011
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The year is 2051. Location: SATAZIUS, a long-abandoned planet. The cruiser Agano was on patrol when it was attacked and stricken by a confederacy of space pirates that had established a base on SATAZIUS. The pirates attacked the Agano intending to steal the assault ship ‘Trafalgar’ that was stowed aboard the Agano, but the Trafalgar made...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Bullet Hell 18%, Side Scroller 16.1%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 8.8%
- #28 Space Adventure
78% match1 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: B2LPub: B2L Games
Windows
Space adventure is a classic Shoot 'Em Up style game with a fast pace and a test of your reflexes. Maneuver, collect bonuses and score points to become the best!
Why similar: Flight 22.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, 2D Platformer 12.8%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 11.4%
- #29 AWA 2024
77% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
Windows
AWA 2024 is a fast paced shoot-em-up featuring modern military aircraft. Choose one of the ten fighter aircraft and take the battle to the skies throughout nine action-packed stages each with their own special end-level boss.
Why similar: Flight 24.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Arcade 10.3%, 1980s 9.6%
- #30 INC.
80% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: OrangepixelPub: HandyGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
A stylish pixel-art platformer with a thumping chip-tune sound track. Perfect for quick and short bites of run and jump gaming action. Taking you back to the retro days in a modern way.
Why similar: 1980s 18.1%, 2D Platformer 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%, Stylized 10.2%, Arcade 10.2%
- #31 Gray Goo
75% match6 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Glitch Nomads
Windows
Gray goo is a short retro arcade shooter with lots of upgrades. This game is about destroying goo in space and saving the universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Minimalist 10.6%, 1980s 9.9%, Shooter 9.2%
- #32 Space Ship Infinity
76% matchPositive85% of 20 reviews2021
Dev: Lucas LimaPub: Made In House
Windows
Returning to the classic style of spaceship games in pixel art. Survive in space as many enemy ships and anything else that can destroy your ship, get all the advantages and improvements available to get your best score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Shooter 15.5%, Flight 13.5%, Arcade 10.9%
- #33 Tiger Striker
77% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2018
Dev: TigerQiuQiu
Windows
This is a shoot em up game , In this game the player combats a large number of enemies by shooting at them in the space . player will destroy the core of the battleship of enemy to win the game.
Why similar: Flight 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Side Scroller 15.4%, 1980s 13.8%
- #34 Cosmic collapse
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 26 reviews2022
Dev: REX PEX GAMES
Windows
Lasers, blasters, black holes and a lot of enemies... All this is in the endless space, the expanses of which you have to clean up from enemies!
Why similar: Flight 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Bullet Hell 12.6%, 1980s 11.6%, 2D Platformer 9.7%
- #35 Cosmic Destroyer
79% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Coffee Maker Games
Windows · Linux
Facing annihilation, a plucky crew of space salvagers fight dirty using the best tool in their belt - the salvage claw. Grab and toss enemies, deflect attacks, and reshape the battlefield with explosive chain reactions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Side Scroller 20%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 9.4%
- #36 Syder Reloaded
73% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Evil
Windows
Syder Reloaded revives the Syder series in this love-letter to 90s Amiga shmups with upgraded graphics and refined gameplay. Challenging levels, a fleet of ships and a motherload of alien invaders. Get back to your roots and curse at your monitor in this skills-first shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Side Scroller 13.8%, Flight 11.4%, Shooter 11%
- #37 Project X: Light Years
71% matchVery Positive96% of 153 reviews2025
Dev: MK_Games
Windows · Linux
The official Project X sequel ✨ Back after 30 years!🎮 A demanding, skill-based experience that rewards patience and mastery. Not every game is for everyone — this one is for players who love a real, fair challenge. Try the demo and see if you’re up for it. Failure teaches. Mastery rewards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Abstract 12.7%, Shooter 9.9%
- #38 Origami Flight
74% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2019
Dev: Whalesoft Entertainment
Windows · Linux
Origami Flight is a sidescrolling 2D shoot' em up where you control a paper airplane with a simple but challenging mission: to save the Origami World. Now you must beat 6 different stages with tons of enemies in order to save the Tsuru from the evil Origami Fox.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Side Scroller 20.4%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Stylized 10.5%, Shooter 8.7%
- #39 HyperFlight
72% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Jamie SloopPub: Joe Taylor
Windows
In this arcade-style space shooter, grab star fragments, powerups, and fuel drums as you fly through space dodging asteroids and trying to get a high score.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.9%, Flight 18.1%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 13%
- #40 Southern cross Battle force
73% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2020
Dev: 226GameStudio
Windows
This is a horizontal retro arcade-style STG shooting game. Players need to control fighters to defeat the ultimate villain FightFox and rescue EAU and the Southern Cross Union headquarters.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.5%, Flight 19%, 2D Platformer 15.9%, Arcade 15.6%, Shooter 12.2%
- #41 Astro Attack
71% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 9%
- #42 TENGAI
69% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2026
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
Three years after Sengoku Ace. The long-awaited sequel arrives!! Saikyo's side-scrolling shooter. The first installment!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Side Scroller 14%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 11.9%
- #43 misaligned
72% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Michal Kelisek
Windows
Classic 80s inspired shooter
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 10.5%, 1980s 9.8%
- #44 Vector Seven
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Electric Shed
Windows
Retro arcade shooter inspired by classic 80's games Fast-paced side-scrolling shoot ’em up with looping battlefields, relentless enemy waves, tactical shields, power-ups and hyperspace jumps
Why similar: Side Scroller 19%, 1980s 16.3%, Arcade 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.2%, Bullet Hell 9.8%
- #45 Invaliens
73% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2020
Dev: Galactic Droids Ltd
Windows
Retro arcade classic, Defeat a million invaders from another dimension in this side scrolling shoot'em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Flight 18.6%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 9.6%
- #46 Squirrel Launcher
69% matchVery Positive92% of 246 reviews2023
Dev: Aiden Bradley
Windows
Launch squirrels into the atmosphere and explore the clouds. Dodge and shoot down obstacles – upgrade your vehicle to make it further and further until you get to the moon!
Why similar: Flight 30.1%, Side Scroller 18.6%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Arcade 11.1%, Minimalist 8.3%
- #47 Blitloop
74% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Bitbebop
Windows · Mac
A fast-paced, side-scrolling retro shooter where you play as “Blit" on a mission to rescue orb pods. Blast enemy swarms and face off against bosses in this bullet-hell shoot 'em up. Earn power-ups and get ready for fluid arcade action in a stylish world with an 80s synthwave soundtrack.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Side Scroller 16.5%, 1980s 15.1%, Arcade 8.8%
- #48 Starry Moon Island 2
71% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: TigerQiuQiu
Windows
About:It is an old school game collection with ten different types of mini-games.The story tells of a series of wars that took place on the island
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, 2D Platformer 15%, Shooter 14.2%, Side Scroller 13.5%
- #49 Chaos Moon : 1CC Edition
70% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: SNOWBALL EFFECT GAMES
Windows
A classic style SHMUP in the tradition of 80's and 90's vertical scrolling shooters. Maximize your run and get to the top of the High-score Leaderboard. Can you achieve the rank of Fleet Admiral? It's a challenge. Visit our website for a free playable browser demo of the game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shooter 14.6%, 1980s 12%, Arcade 12%
- #50 Penetrator
70% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Beam SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this addictive side-scrolling shoot-em-up from 1982, your mission is to penetrate through four defence rings, and blow up an illegal cache of neutron bombs - an almost impossible feat! Enemy missiles and radar bases track your movements, and the landscape is as treacherous as your enemies.
Why similar: Flight 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 7.9%
- #51 COTTON REBOOT!
69% matchMostly Positive77% of 74 reviews2021
Dev: Rocket-Engine Co.,Ltd.Pub: BEEP
Windows
Cotton Reboot! is a completely remastered version of Cotton.Fantastic Night Dreams, the originator of the witchy shooting game released 30 years ago, with new features and the latest visual design.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.7%, Side Scroller 16.9%, 2D Platformer 14.1%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 12.5%
- #52 Is It Wrong to Try to Shoot 'em Up Girls in a Dungeon?
67% matchVery Positive92% of 246 reviews2020
Dev: MAGES. Inc.Pub: PQube
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Enjoy a free shoot'em up side-scrolling mini-game with the characters from the anime and JRPG DanMachi, and fight through stages of bullet hell and bosses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Shooter 10.3%
- #53 Spacewing War
68% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Pneuma GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Side Scroller 24.6%, Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 11.5%, 1990's 9.3%
- #54 Freddy Farmer
65% matchPositive93% of 44 reviews2025
Dev: Catcade GamesPub: Flynn's Arcade
Windows
Freddy's daughter has been kidnapped by an evil dragon. To rescue her, he must cross the entire kingdom taking some ingredients with which to make a magic potion, but it won't be easy, they must be collected in a specific order and Freddy will have to overcome the dangers he finds in his path.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.9%, 2D Platformer 16.5%, Arcade 15.6%, 1980s 13.1%, Retro 10.3%
- #55 MOONMAN: THE GAME
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Wyatt Everett
Windows
MOON MAN: THE GAME is a 2d platformer shooter. In this game you will find many different worlds and weapons to use. The game is inspired by a certain someone.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Bullet Hell 15%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Side Scroller 12.5%, 1980s 10.8%
- #56 Air Attack
67% matchVery Positive90% of 104 reviews2020
Dev: Four Pixels Games
Windows · Mac
Take a 5 minute break to de-stress with this high-intensity, ultra simple, retro arcade shooter! Take down airplanes. Dig tunnels. Hide and seek shelter. Try and beat the highscore. That's all. Afterwards, you will go back to your life with renewed energy of body and mind.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Arcade 12.7%, Shooter 12.6%
- #57 Starry Moon Island
68% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: TigerQiuQiu
Windows
About:It is an old school game collection with ten different types of mini-games.The story tells of a series of wars that took place on the island
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, 2D Platformer 15%, Shooter 14.8%, Side Scroller 14.2%
- #58 Feeble Light
67% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off as a little star trying to rid the cosmos of angry celestial beings in Feeble Light, a 3-tone pixel art shoot’em up where minimalistic presentation makes way for precision controls and fluid animation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 11.5%, 1990's 7.9%
- #59 Space Shooter - Tryü Sora
66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: DeadFly.Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A vertical-scrolling space shooter, and a love letter to classic arcade space shooters, Tryü Sora blends retro charm with modern gameplay. Master a handcrafted campaign, explore secrets, and dominate fast-paced modes in this addictive space adventure!
Why similar: Flight 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, 1980s 12.7%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 10%
- #60 Jetpack Kiwi
66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Pitigamedev
Windows
Jetpack Kiwi is a classic 2D side scrolling shoot em up game featuring 20 levels, 5 bosses, hordes of enemies spaceships, with multiple characters to choose from; each one with an unique special attack. Complete the game in single player or with a friend in local co-op!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Side Scroller 14.4%, Flight 13.7%, Shooter 10.3%