- #1 Starship Architect
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: InventState Studio
Windows
Starship Architect is a high-octane roguelike where every decision counts. Battle relentless enemies, choose from a dynamic arsenal of weapons and upgrades, and strategically assemble your ship. Unlock powerful new parts after each run and craft the perfect starship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Gun Customization 14.6%, Action Roguelike 14.2%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Roguelite 10.7%
- #2 Tri-Star
96% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Stardust Smithy
Windows
Tri-Star is an endless horizontal-scrolling space shooter featuring Roguelike and Roguelite elements. Blast through waves of enemies and battle against arduous bosses. Form a squadron of three unique ships from an expanding roster and equip them with upgrades as you engage in a battle for survival.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Action Roguelike 14.5%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Roguelike 8.8%
- #3 Stellar Interface
96% matchMostly Positive79% of 225 reviews2016
Dev: ImaginationOverflow
Windows
Median: 5.4 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Run through the universe in this rogue-like-ish space-shooter. Discover the numerous perks/consumables and their synergistic effects. Explore the randomly-generated galaxy to find merchants, unlock spacecrafts, collect Cartridges and checkmark your kills of the various galactic overlords.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Bullet Time 13% ★, Gun Customization 12.9%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.3%
- #4 Slime Mayhem
95% matchMixed40% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Arafkan Studio
Windows
You were created by a few scientists for a suicide mission. How long can you survive by clearing mutant slimes?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Action Roguelike 18.8%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Roguelite 12.5%, Roguelike 9.5%
- #5 Drone Break
94% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: James H. Van der MeulenPub: Trash Vomit Studios
Windows
Run and Gun Roguelite where the goal is to upgrade each consecutive alien drone on death so the next can strive to become overpowered enough to escape the all consuming hive mind.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Roguelite 11.7%, Action Roguelike 11.5%, Shooter 7.9%
- #6 Darkzan Arena
94% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: MrBoscheinen
Windows
Challenge the greatest legends and creatures in this epic coliseum! Collect your treasures and upgrade your gears until you become number one in the entire multiverse. The game is an Arcade based on waves of enemies, each enemy has a unique behavior and a list of specific rewards.
Why similar: Souls-like 18.1%, Gun Customization 15.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Bullet Hell 11.7%, Action Roguelike 11.7%
- #7 Gunlocked
92% matchVery Positive87% of 505 reviews2022
Dev: FromLefcourt
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 81%
A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Roguelite 10.8%, Shooter 7.4%
- #8 Black Paradox
93% matchMixed68% of 132 reviews2019
Dev: Highwalls
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 47%
Buckle up for shoot ‘em up chaos in this fast-paced and hyper-stylized roguelite. As the infamous bounty hunter Black Paradox, it’s up to you to travel through space and defeat the Hellraisers – the most dangerous criminal organization in the galaxy.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Action Roguelike 15.6%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Roguelite 11.1%, Side Scroller 8.2%
- #9 Jetboard Joust
91% matchVery Positive82% of 99 reviews2020
Dev: BitBull LtdPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 12 minMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 28%
Fast & fluid arcade-style shooter with roguelike elements! Take flight on a lethal rocket-powered jetboard, blasting alien invaders with an explosive arsenal of ridiculous weaponry. Face off against massive, multi-stage bosses. Jetboard Joust resurrects the spirit of the arcade for the 21st century!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Side Scroller 13.7%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Action Roguelike 12.8%, Gun Customization 12.6%
- #10 Deep Space Scoundrel
91% match9 user reviews100% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Bolder Games
Windows · Linux
Deep Space Scoundrel is a rogue-like space adventure where you use a variety of classic arcade mechanics to explore the universe, customize your ship, land at spaceports, and fraternize with other aliens and low-lives.
Why similar: Gun Customization 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Side Scroller 11.5%
- #11 Space Horde Attack
90% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: GameProdTeam
Windows
Collect weapons and destroy enemy ships
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.5%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Roguelite 13.1%, Roguelike 10.1%
- #12 Space Mash
89% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Paul Thomas
Windows · Linux
Space Mash is a bullet-hell shooter in the retro style of the earliest arcade games. To help beginners, older players and those with a motor impairment, there are five levels of slow-down that can be activated at any time during game play.
Why similar: Side Scroller 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Time 18.3% ★, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Shooter 9.2%
- #13 Escape Space
89% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: ShidyGames
Windows
Escape Space is a classic arcade space shooter with RPG mechanics. Fight for various factions against swarms of enemies or bosses and improve your standings, level up your rank, unlock new gear and weapons, and upgrade your spaceship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Gun Customization 15.1%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Shooter 9.1%
- #14 Combat Cat
88% matchPositive91% of 46 reviews2024
Dev: Brain BlockPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
A fast-paced, side-scrolling, bullet hell with an inventory system where a player can upgrade their weapons and player stats to survive as long as possible.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 17.3%, Side Scroller 17.1%, Bullet Hell 16%, Gun Customization 15.1%, Roguelite 11.7%
- #15 Zombie Exterminator
87% match6 user reviews50% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Huhi Games
Windows
Zombie exterminator is a top-down shooter roguelite where you play a soldier. Combine weapon parts and create unique weapons. Use gadgets and relics to exterminate zombies. Fight against zombies and horrendous creatures.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Gun Customization 16.7%, Action Roguelike 15.5%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Roguelite 10.2%
- #16 THE LAST HUMAN IS A BIKER
86% matchVery Positive88% of 57 reviews2023
Dev: FLOWERFIELD Games
Windows · Mac
THE LAST HUMAN IS A BIKER (TLH) is a few hours of pure entertainment. In this 2D shooter you play as John, the last human, and unleash his fury in his quest of vengeance! With unlimited item synergies, make the choices that will allow you to survive against countless swarms of aliens!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Side Scroller 17.2%, Gun Customization 16.6%, Action Roguelike 10.6%
- #17 Chuck Bonesteel & The Alien Apocalypse
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fun Junkie Games
Windows
Shoot, loot, upgrade, repeat. Fast-paced, gib-filled, over-the-top arcade shooter with stripped-down roguelike gameplay.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Gun Customization 15.5%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Roguelite 10.9%
- #18 Tomb Of Idols
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Venuxx Limited
Windows
Dive into a relentless roguelike boss-rush gauntlet where every run challenges your skill and strategy. Defeat ancient, myth-inspired deities in a bullet hell environment to collect and craft unique artifacts, and customize your abilities.
Why similar: Souls-like 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Roguelite 16.5%, Roguelike 7.9%
- #19 Ogre Chambers 2222
83% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ANTENNA GAMES
Windows
SURVIVE in a transforming arena against ALIEN OGRES in this ROGUELIKE BULLET-HELL 💥 MODIFY your gun, make smart upgrade decisions and master your spaceship's controls to conquer the OGRE CHAMBERS !
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.6%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Roguelike 12.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.8%, Roguelite 11.7%
- #20 Elite Exorcist Miko
82% matchVery Positive96% of 101 reviews2024
Dev: tian nyaPub: holo Indie
Windows
A bullet hell shoot 'em up featuring hololive’s Sakura Miko! hololive has been possessed by evil spirits! Combine melee and ranged combat with a variety of items to fight your friends and set them free!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Bullet Hell 16%, Action Roguelike 15%, Side Scroller 14.3%, Roguelite 11.2%
- #21 Lost Galaxy: Survivors
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jorge Osbaldo Rodriguez
Windows · Mac
Defend massive interdimensional portals against relentless alien swarms in this fast-paced sci-fi top-down survival shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Gun Customization 14.4%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Roguelite 9.8%
- #22 Starshot
84% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2020
Dev: HugeMallard
Windows
Starshot is a difficult space shoot-em-up with rogue-like elements and randomly generated levels. Will you be able to upgrade your ship and pilot it to safety, or be destroyed in your search for stardust inside the automated production facility?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Action Roguelike 17.6%, Roguelike 12.7%, Shooter 10.7%, Gun Customization 9.5%
- #23 Space Strider
81% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Frost Moon Games
Windows
Space Strider is a 2D Sidescroller Shoot 'em up with Roguelite elements, where you beat hordes of enemies and defeat unique bosses. Unlock, upgrade and level up your Spaceships to become the ultimate Space Strider!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Bullet Hell 13.5%, Side Scroller 13.5%, Roguelite 9.8%
- #24 Wrongbots
81% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Fernando Miranda
Windows
Annihilate robot hordes and survive in this roguelite shooter. Hack or smash productive machinery. Grab resources and craft cool items. Swap body parts with glamour or extravaganza. Modify your weapons to absurdity. See how clever AI has become?
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21.6%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Gun Customization 15.1%, Roguelite 13.9%, Roguelike 8.7%
- #25 ROTATO
80% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Platonic Games
Windows
Spin. Shoot. Survive.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Action Roguelike 19.2%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Roguelike 14.2%, Roguelite 8.4%
- #26 Quiberon Zeta
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Genteel
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shoot stuff and earn $pacecoin in this wonderfully generic shmup.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Roguelike 14.8%, Roguelite 13%, Shooter 12%
- #27 Cupid: Roguelite
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: goatdragonstudio
Windows
Cupid: Roguelite is an exciting 2D side-scrolling roguelite game that combines fast-paced action with strategic decision-making. In this world, you step into the shoes of Cupid. You must choose a target girl, and it's up to the Cupid helping you find your true love.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 21%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, RPG 14.4%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Roguelite 11.6%
- #28 Regular Spacecraft - Defending the Mothership
78% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: Angry Pixel
Windows
Defeat the enemies. Upgrade the spacecraft. Defend the mothership. Regular Spacecraft - Defending the Mothership is a shoot em'up game with roguelite elements.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Roguelite 11.8%, Roguelike 9.5%
- #29 The Way of Ping-Pong
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: RoeBox
Windows
A roguelike bullet-hell shooter where table tennis meets ancient mythology. Wield your paddle to strike enemies with bouncing balls, retrieve them to attack again, and craft powerful builds through strategic upgrades.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Roguelite 15.9%, Action Roguelike 14%, Roguelike 11.7%
- #30 Null Orbit
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Yupea
Windows
Put together experimental weaponry to fill the screen with bullets and defend yourself from endless waves of foes
Why similar: Bullet Time 20.4% ★, Action Roguelike 19%, Bullet Hell 18%, Roguelite 13.1%, Roguelike 9.4%
- #31 Weather the Swarm
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Beatrate SRL
Windows
Find your way through alien planets made of fully destructible, procedurally generated terrain. Shoot, fly, collect weapons, level up, and defeat planetary bosses. Improve between runs and discover new planets as you progress. Play alone or with friends, from your couch or online!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Roguelike 12.6%, Side Scroller 11.3%, Roguelite 9.8%
- #32 Hullbreakers
77% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: Isaac Wolf
Windows
Hullbreakers is a space arcade game with fast paced combat, quick maneuvering, and strategy. Use an ever-evolving spacecraft to wipe out endless hordes of enemies and relentless bosses in order to make your mark on the leaderboard.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Bullet Time 15.1% ★, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Roguelite 12.7%
- #33 Stellara Vanguard
75% match7 user reviews75% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Pretoriano_devPub: Coliseum Studio
Windows
Battle increasingly deadly hordes in an action-packed survivors-like with tower defense elements. Create unique builds, unlock and place towers, upgrade your character, and fight to defend the Kingdom of Stellara.
Why similar: Gun Customization 20%, Action Roguelike 16.5%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Roguelite 11.8%, Shooter 7.5%
- #34 Choom
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Worrall Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Choom is a brutal cyberpunk side-scrolling roguelike shooter where you fight through deadly shifting levels, build game-breaking synergies, and push deeper into neon-soaked chaos with every run.
Why similar: Gun Customization 16.7%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Side Scroller 15.6%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Roguelite 11.1%
- #35 Autogun Heroes: Supercharged
74% matchMixed56% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: Nitro Games
Windows
Blast your way through alien-infested planets and help Gus rescue his crew, one by one, to save the galaxy. This challenging roguelike 2D action platformer combines intense shoot-'em-up chaos with smooth, responsive controls. Dodge. Roll. Dominate!
Why similar: Gun Customization 16.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Action Roguelike 11.9%, Roguelite 9%
- #36 RADical ROACH: Infinity
75% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: DL Softworks
Windows
A Uniquely Radicalized Adventure Every Flight!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Time 15.2% ★, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Action Roguelike 12.9%, Side Scroller 11.8%
- #37 Neon Blitz
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Binary Sunrise
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast-paced action roguelike where explosive combat fuels 'Blitz' ultimates—a rage mode that dominates the battlefield. Endure relentless battles, enhance your arsenal, and evolve powerful abilities. Each run opens new tactical possibilities in this intense arena shooter.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 20.4%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Roguelite 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Roguelike 11.3%
- #38 Intergalactic Battle Roosters
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dead Rock Games
Windows
It’s time to cluck around and find out. Gear up and pull on the helmets of the Battle Roosters, a hotshot space brigade of poultry with panache. In this quirky, roguelike, bullet hell adventure you’ll combine weapons, upgrades and killer strategies to recover space’s best taco ingredients. Bwark!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Action Roguelike 13.5%, Roguelite 10.2%, Roguelike 8.7%
- #39 Shield of Breaker
72% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Rolling Rock Games
Windows
Shield of Breaker is a single-player Action-RPG set in a fantasy world. Protect your castle from endless waves of enemies and turn the tide of battle by deflecting their own blazing fireballs. Choose your hero, upgrade your powers,. Each victory unlocks your path to defend new lands in your realm.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Action Roguelike 15.7%, Roguelite 14.1%, Roguelike 11.9%
- #40 Spectron
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Strawberry Fox Studios
Windows
A fast-paced, retro-style space shooter with challenging levels. Race against the clock as you blast and dodge through waves of enemies and obstacles, pushing your reflexes to the limit.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Bullet Hell 17%, Action Roguelike 13.6%, Space 11%, Roguelite 9.4%
- #41 Gunlocked 2
70% matchVery Positive86% of 77 reviews2026
Dev: FromLefcourt
Windows
Movement is your weapon. A sci-fi action roguelike and shmup combined, in Gunlocked 2 you'll pilot and upgrade a state-of-the-art warship against endless waves of deadly aliens. Deep customization, branching paths, and tons of unlockables offer endless replayability!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Action Roguelike 15%, Bullet Hell 13%, Roguelite 11.4%, Roguelike 10.4%
- #42 Red Zirion
74% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Sinned Games
Windows
Red Zirion is a retro shooting game with upgradeable attributes in the roguelike style. Game inspired by groups of heroes and animated series from the 80s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Bullet Time 14.8% ★, Action Roguelike 12.2%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Roguelite 11.5%
- #43 Cleanup Crew
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Magical Beast Games
Windows
Cleanup Crew is a fast-paced survival action roguelite. Complete emergent objectives, customize your build and put your skills to the test to survive nerve-wracking hordes of creatures across bizarre worlds. Will you be able to survive until extraction?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Gun Customization 16%, Bullet Hell 14%, Roguelite 11.4%
- #44 La Furia de las Trenzas
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: La Romero Estudio
Windows · Linux
La Furia de las Trenzas is a survivor-like roguelite where you'll face relentless hordes of British soldiers trying to capture Buenos Aires. Recruit your platoon of soldiers with special abilities and defend the town square!
Why similar: Action Roguelike 22.6%, Bullet Hell 22.2%, Roguelite 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.3%, Roguelike 9.2%
- #45 Invaders Loop
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: hunterllama
Windows
In Invaders Loop, which combines classic arcade spirit with roguelite mechanics, survive relentless waves of enemies raining down from the depths of space, dodge bullets, equip yourself with various items from the market, and defeat epic bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Roguelite 15.3%, Shooter 9.6%, Roguelike 9.5%
- #46 Super Arcade Boy in Defender of Planet Earth
73% 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 22.7%, Side Scroller 16%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Shooter 10.2%, Bullet Time 10% ★
- #47 Galaxy Survivors
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 24 reviews2022
Dev: Emily Grey & Eve Grey
Windows
Shoot alien invaders, upgrade your ship, level up your weapons and save planets to defend against the invasion. Choose your favorite between the different unlockable ships and buy perks between your runs to ensure victory. After you triumph, hunt for achievements and ascend to save more universes
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Action Roguelike 19%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Roguelite 13.5%, Roguelike 7.9%
- #48 Nebula Cleanup Crew
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: JazzCat Games
Windows · Linux
Nebula Cleanup Crew is a short top down action roguelite shooter with a focus on hot and cold weaponry. Rescue your crew members as you blast enemies and bosses away with super heated and chilled weapons — freeze foes, overheat them and unleash powerful supertemp special attacks!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Roguelite 14.7%, Gun Customization 12.1%
- #49 Soulvester VS Lil' Beezey
69% matchVery Positive96% of 51 reviews2023
Dev: Chaz CarterPub: MadeByChaz
Windows
Show Lil' Beezey who the boss of Winkletown is in this addictive and fast paced 2D action roguelite! Created from scratch in only 14 days and nominated for GDWC Game Jam GOTY, Soulvester comes to Steam for the first time, now with controller support and achievements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Side Scroller 18%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Roguelite 12.6%
- #50 Space Blade
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mountain Of Games
Windows
Single player, top down, retro space-shooter, destroy enemies and fight bullet-hell bosses, upgrade during runs and after them to progress further and faster.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Action Roguelike 21.4%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Shooter 11.1%, Space 6.6%
- #51 Astral Blitz
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Spirit Forged Studios
Windows
Astral Blitz is a roguelite, twin stick shooter. Control your fighter ship and wreak devastation through the hordes of empire defenses. Create your own play style as you customize your ship to your needs, setting it up for brutal destruction, refined precision, or to become chaos incarnate!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Action Roguelike 22%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Roguelite 12.2%, Roguelike 8.1%
- #52 SSS222: HyperSpace
70% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: HyperGamesDevPub: HaipaStudios
Windows
A fast-paced addicting space shooter with an inspiration taken from many modern games. A project I have been passionately working solo for 2 years+!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Action Roguelike 16.2%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Bullet Time 14.4% ★, Roguelite 11%
- #53 Sisyphus Paradox
66% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2026
Dev: Unruly Mob
Windows
Sisyphus Paradox is a fusion of roguelike tactical elements with classic side-scrolling shoot 'em up gameplay. Explore and fight your way across the galaxy as you try to get back home to Earth in this hand drawn indie game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Roguelite 14.5%, Roguelike 14%, Shooter 10.6%
- #54 Daikon Creatures
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: amxe
Windows
Fight hordes of monsters in this survival roguelite as you explore each level with unique challenges, secrets and relics, using up to 6 creatures by your side. Harvest, upgrade and survive.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23.2%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Roguelite 14.8%, Roguelike 12.5%, Character Customization 12%
- #55 Demons are coming!
68% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Kacper Soroka
Windows · Mac · Linux
Demons are coming! is a bullet hell rougelite shooter where you fight a high variety of demons that occupied your holy land. Use the upgrades you find to your advantage and create your ideal guns to help you kill the most terrifying monsters.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Gun Customization 16.4%, Action Roguelike 16%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Roguelite 10%
- #56 Space Slinger
67% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 8bitditsPub: D^2
Windows · Mac
Space Slinger is an arcade roguelike about a traveler and his recoil-packed gun where you shoot to move. Unlock unique weapons and broken builds as you conquer space one enemy at a time.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Action Roguelike 20.9%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Roguelite 12%, Shooter 7.5%
- #57 Time to Strike
67% matchPositive88% of 41 reviews2024
Dev: Ravernt
Windows
Time to Strike is busted build bullet hell roguelike. Create overpowered builds and break the game by collecting powerful weapons, modifying them with whacky mods and discovering crazy synergies!
Why similar: Gun Customization 22.4%, Action Roguelike 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Character Customization 8.9%
- #58 Flying Pew Pew
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NoName
Windows
The alien hordes have attacked us for no reason. We must throw all our forces to repel our planet from the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Action Roguelike 17.9%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Roguelite 12.7%, Roguelike 11.1%
- #59 Boom Buddies
65% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: Alice Games
Windows
Boom Buddies is a fixed-position bullet hell survival game where animal heroes face endless enemy waves, upgrade weapons through card choices, unlock new characters, and compete on global leaderboards.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 23%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Roguelite 16%, Roguelike 8.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.2%