- #1 Astroflux
97% matchMostly Positive72% of 343 reviews2016
Dev: Fula Fisken
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Play Astroflux - a retro styled, action packed MMO space shooter.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 65.1%, Space 24.7%, Action 9.2%, 2D 1.1%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down space shooter that emphasizes MMO-style progression and ship customization similar to the Starblast experience.
- #2 Subspace Continuum
96% matchVery Positive88% of 626 reviews2015
Dev: Virgin Interactive EntertainmentPub: Subspace Continuum
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 43.7 hrs≥1hr: 46%
THE legendary free online multiplayer space shooter! Addictive, fast-paced, easy to learn, and impossible to master.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 43.3%, Space 25.9%, Shooter 5.7%, Action 5.2%, Casual 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: This classic top-down space shooter shares the same core arcade combat and team-based multiplayer intensity as Starblast.
- #3 Infinity: Battlescape
95% matchVery Positive80% of 751 reviews2019
Dev: I-Novae Studios, LLC
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 10.0 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Infinity: Battlescape is a multiplayer space combat sim supporting hundreds of players on a single server. Join one of the corporate factions and fight for domination of a seamless, true-to-scale procedural star system. Participate in massive space and planetary battles involving hundreds of ships.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 52.9%, Space 34.1%, Action 7.8%, Indie 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: Offers large-scale, persistent space combat that captures the massive multiplayer feel of Starblast's team battles.
- #4 Star Valor
94% matchVery Positive89% of 3,325 reviews2022
Dev: Rafael Burgos
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Choose your own destiny as you explore an open-world procedurally generated galaxy where anything is possible. Become a miner, a trader, a bounty hunter, a pirate, or perhaps a jack of all trades. Start off small and build your way to the top but remember with every action, comes consequences.
Why similar: Space 70.3%, Action 12.5%, Top-Down 8.3%, Indie 5.7%, 2D 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: This top-down space RPG features deep ship building, mining, and combat mechanics that mirror the progression loop of Starblast.
- #5 VoidExpanse
93% matchMostly Positive71% of 760 reviews2015
Dev: AtomicTorch Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Explore the vast reaches of VoidExpanse -- mine asteroids, upgrade your ship, trade, complete missions, advance your character and survive fast-paced combat with hostile aliens and mercenaries in the rich and exciting Sci-Fi universe of VoidExpanse!
Why similar: Space 74.2%, Action 10.5%, Top-Down 8.4%, Indie 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A top-down space action game that combines mining, trading, and ship upgrades within a persistent universe.
- #6 Galaxy Control: 3D Strategy
92% matchMixed59% of 530 reviews2016
Dev: FX Games Media
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 25.0 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Build your base and battle with other players to control the galaxy! Galaxy Control is an ultimate space combat strategy game with fast-paced combats! Gather minerals and extract uranium, defend your base with laser towers, missile turrets, cannons, walls and mines.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 70%, Space 26.6%, Action 3.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines base building and space combat in a way that appeals to fans of Starblast's resource management.
- #7 Space Pirates and Zombies
90% matchVery Positive91% of 3,143 reviews2011
Dev: MinMax Games Ltd.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 10.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Explore a randomly generated Galaxy populated with factions, enemies, missions, and items providing you with a unique experience each time you play.
Why similar: Space 67%, Action 10.6%, Top-Down 8.1%, Indie 6.9%, Shooter 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: Features top-down space combat with a heavy focus on ship construction and resource gathering.
- #8 Pixel Star
91% matchVery Positive84% of 117 reviews2015
Dev: Soul Forge
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Endless arcade action takes a modern twist, creating a uniquely challenging open space shoot-em-up experience. From brutal bosses to black holes and beyond, countless hazards await discovery. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Space 55.2%, Action 17.8%, Arcade 13.8%, Indie 13.3%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-styled arcade space shooter that captures the simple, pick-up-and-play nature of Starblast.
- #9 Galactic Arms Race
91% matchMixed47% of 86 reviews2014
Dev: Evolutionary Games
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Top-down 2.5D action that combines old-school shooters like Star Control, action-RPGs like Diablo, with a system that evolves unique weapons to player preferences. Single-player and 32-player online coop and PVP.
Why similar: Space 42.5%, Action 22.9%, Casual 18.1%, Indie 16.5%
Why You'll Like It: An action-focused space shooter that emphasizes procedural weapon generation and fast-paced combat.
- #10 Evolvation
89% matchMixed68% of 950 reviews2017
Dev: Eric RutsPub: HyperReuts
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 10.8 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Evolvation is a casual multiplayer and fast-paced and class based space flying shooter developed by a two-man-army (Eric and Jacob) from Amsterdam. Classes are: Highspeed, Fighter, Stealth, Support and Tank. Each class has its own special ability which provides a dynamic gameplay.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 98.6%, Space 0.7%, Action 0.3%, Casual 0.2%, Indie 0.2%
Why You'll Like It: A class-based space combat game that focuses on team synergy and fast-paced arcade action.
- #11 Iron Armada
86% matchMostly Positive77% of 177 reviews2024
Dev: Bluedrake42Pub: Drakeling Labs
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 816.3 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Iron Armada is a multiplayer, space-faring combat game where players must team up to build a fleet of ships in order to survive the perils of space and defeat the opposing player faction. Build ships of all shapes and sizes, mine resources, and scavenge parts with friends to conquer the universe!
Why similar: Action 36.1%, Casual 31.1%, Space 27.6%, Indie 3.8%, 2D 1.4%
Why You'll Like It: A space-based action game that incorporates strategic elements and team-based combat.
- #12 Bladestar
89% matchMostly Positive70% of 107 reviews2016
Dev: Fair Weather Studios
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Bladestar is a sci-fi cinematic action shooter featuring visually rich worlds with potentially endless enemies on each level. Defend the galaxy flying a Manta Starfighter through asteroid, mine, and debris fields while battling pirates, rebels, and aliens.
Why similar: Space 31.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Action 13%, Arcade 9.3%, Difficult 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A pure arcade shoot-em-up that focuses on high-speed maneuvers and intense space combat.
- #13 FullBlast
88% matchMostly Positive71% of 87 reviews2016
Dev: UFO Crash Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Blast your way through waves of alien invaders in this retro style shooter with modern visuals. Collect power ups, destroy the enemy ships and defeat the mega bosses in 12 action packed levels. On your own or with a friend in local co-op mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Arcade 15.3%, Shooter 13.4%, Action 13.2%, Casual 11.5%
Why You'll Like It: A casual, arcade-style shoot-em-up that provides a similar 2D combat experience to Starblast.
- #14 Exoblast
85% matchMostly Positive80% of 313 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamirl
Windows
Exoblast is a mix of shoot’em up and arcade game, pimped with synthwave and pixelart. Choose your pilot, your ship and join the arena to confront other players in nervous and punitive matches. Impose your gameplay and reach the top of the tower!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Arcade 27.2%, Shooter 22.1%, Indie 9.3%, 2D 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A retro-inspired arcade game that captures the competitive, fast-paced nature of Starblast's combat.
- #15 Aces of the Galaxy™
87% matchMixed56% of 52 reviews2009
Dev: Artech StudiosPub: Activision
Windows
3, 2, 1 Blast-Off! Launch yourself into the intense space-shooter Aces of the Galaxy™ A non-stop, old-school arcade thrill-ride for the 21st century and beyond. Utilize an impressive arsenal of upgradeable weapons including high powered missile launchers, devastating torpedoes and the ever-reliant chain gun to annihilate the ships of...
Why similar: Space 53.6%, Action 25.5%, Casual 20.9%
Why You'll Like It: An on-rails arcade shooter that delivers the same fast-paced, high-intensity space combat feel.
- #16 Stellar 2D
86% matchMixed41% of 975 reviews2015
Dev: quad gamesPub: Back To Basics Gaming
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Stellar 2D is a retro style space arcade game, it's a 2D game in a 3D world. With an addictive, fast paced, casual game-play style.
Why similar: Indie 41%, Action 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Casual 17.3%, 2D 4%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D space shooter that focuses on arcade-style combat and simple, effective ship progression.
- #17 Redout: Space Assault
84% matchMixed46% of 106 reviews2021
Dev: 34BigThings srl
Windows
Redout: Space Assault is arcade space battle, coupling the trademark Redout adrenaline with the thrill of combat. Outsmart, outmaneuver, overpower, outclass your opponents in lightning-fast, adrenaline-inducing single-player space combat.
Why similar: Space 44.8%, Arcade 11.6%, Shooter 10.4%, Difficult 10.3%, Action 10.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a high-speed, arcade-focused space combat experience with modern visuals.
- #18 Space Aces
77% matchMixed63% of 350 reviews2026
Dev: DewEnforcerPub: Space Aces
Windows
Space Aces is an indie space shooter that plunges you into an online universe full of action, strategy, and fierce competition. Step into the cockpit and evolve from a rookie pilot into the most feared Ace in the galaxy!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 63.3%, Space 25.8%, Action 8.2%, Casual 2.6%
- #19 Project Amalthea: Battlegrounds
82% matchMixed59% of 74 reviews2020
Dev: RunServer
Windows · Mac · Linux
There is a quarantine declared throughout the orbit so all the pilots are grounded except for the few ones allowed to participate in training battles. Join their ranks for blazing fast space battles with another players in this top-down shooter game
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 49.6%, Space 27.8%, Action 6.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 5.8%, Top-Down 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented MMO that focuses on competitive space combat and character progression.
- #20 Grav Blazer
83% matchMixed48% of 157 reviews2017
Dev: Ripknot Systems
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 12%
Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.
Why similar: Space 30.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Action 11.1%, Arcade 10.4%, Shooter 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: A 2D arcade action game that emphasizes movement and combat in a sci-fi setting.
- #21 The Infinite Black
82% matchMixed66% of 212 reviews2016
Dev: SpellbookPub: www.Spellbook.com
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.5 hrsMean: 83.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%
Fleet up with thousands of players in The Infinite Black -- The wildly popular online space combat and adventure game! Command massive spaceships, form powerful corporations, and battle it out in never-ending intergalactic warfare!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 66.6%, Space 27.1%, Indie 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A massively multiplayer space strategy game that shares the persistent world and resource-gathering elements of Starblast.
- #22 Particle Wars
81% matchVery Positive94% of 52 reviews2019
Dev: HaDe GamesPub: My Way Games
Windows
Particle wars is a super cool and colorful survival shooter with crazy particle effects, tons of weapons and power-ups! Beat the levels with different approaches and get some great highscores at the infinite mode!
Why similar: Space 50.6%, Action 21.1%, Indie 15.2%, Arcade 13.1%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced arcade flight game that focuses on maneuverability and combat.
- #23 Battlegun
81% matchMixed68% of 271 reviews2017
Dev: Patron Ibrahim
Windows
Median: 12 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 26%
Battlegun is a fun and online cartoon fps game. Create a room and kill the rival team. See more fun on multiple maps. Play now!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 71.4%, Action 11.6%, Casual 9.2%, Indie 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: An indie action game that features simple, arcade-style space combat mechanics.
- #24 Chroma Blast
80% matchVery Positive82% of 252 reviews2017
Dev: William Cheek
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 9.3 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Chroma Blast is a fast paced twin stick shooter with many different styles of play where you fight through waves of enemies while constantly leveling up your ships colorful arsenal. Beat your friends and challenge yourself in the leaderboards, or seek out a true test of skill for those good enough to find it.
Why similar: Action 38.9%, Casual 33.2%, Indie 27.9%
Why You'll Like It: A casual shooter that emphasizes quick reflexes and arcade-style scoring.
- #25 Gangs of Space
79% matchMostly Positive76% of 430 reviews2017
Dev: Little Big MMO
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 281.6 hrs≥1hr: 53%
Gangs of Space is a massively-multiplayer Rogue Shmup where Gangs of players compete for the conquest of the galaxy.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 59.8%, Space 23.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.1%, Action 6.2%, Indie 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: A massively multiplayer action game that features ship customization and team-based combat.
- #26 Sun Blast: Star Fighter
79% matchMixed66% of 782 reviews2015
Dev: OBLONE SoftwarePub: Senpai Industrial Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Sun Blast is the best 3d space shooter on Steam. Earn upgrades as you fight your way through a huge seleciton of levels. Full gamepad support!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Space 28%, Action 15.2%, Arcade 9.8%, Indie 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style shoot-em-up that focuses on fast-paced combat and progression.
- #27 Space Battlecruiser
78% matchVery Positive82% of 72 reviews2018
Dev: Less Describable Games
Windows
Space Battlecruiser is an arcade style, top down space shooter where you control a heavily armed capital ship. Battle against squadrons of fighters, fleets of warships, heavily defended space stations, and powerful command ships. Learn to master weaponry and special abilities like the Energy Shield.
Why similar: Action 57.1%, Indie 42.9%
Why You'll Like It: An indie action game that focuses on ship-to-ship combat in a space environment.
- #28 Stellarion
73% matchVery Positive97% of 76 reviews2025
Dev: Zana Domán
Windows
Upgrade your spaceship and conquer the stars in this thrilling space-mining adventure! Mine asteroids, battle enemies, and trade resources for powerful upgrades to customize your ship. Master the galaxy and embark on the ultimate journey!
Why similar: Space 44.6%, Arcade 20.6%, Action 19%, Casual 15.8%
- #29 Starfighter: Infinity
76% matchVery Positive91% of 129 reviews2019
Dev: Ben Olding Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A space based MMORPG with a focus on ‘dogfighting’ style action and exploration. Features a huge array of ships, imaginative weapons and ship upgrades with more being added all the time. Explore the galaxy, fight other players, form your own organisations, mine asteroids to craft new items, loot rare weapons from alien races, and more...
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 73.3%, Space 19.3%, Indie 7.4%
- #30 Battle Arena
77% matchMixed64% of 55 reviews2019
Dev: ShadowWolf Games
Windows
Battle Arena is a multiplayer, immersive 2D Sci-Fi shooter! Plunge into the world of space battles and be the first!
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 87.1%, Action 12.9%
- #31 Distant Space
75% matchVery Positive86% of 2,983 reviews2016
Dev: PixelMouse
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Distant Space are present the arcade game of cosmic fights in arcade style of the 80's, this is a game where you can control the spaceship and forced to destroy extraterrestrials, which are moving in the certain order.
Why similar: Space 34.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Arcade 10.4%, Difficult 6.8%, Indie 6.3%
- #32 Grav Blazer Squared
78% matchMixed40% of 85 reviews2017
Dev: Ripknot Systems
Windows
Median: 0 minMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 11%
Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controlled power attacks, increasing level difficulty, and endless procedurally generated levels are some of the features players will experience.
Why similar: Space 31.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Arcade 12%, Shooter 11.3%, Action 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A bullet-hell style shooter that provides a more difficult, arcade-focused experience.
- #33 Disputed Space
75% matchMixed65% of 99 reviews2017
Dev: ShilohGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
Experience epic space battles while piloting a small, fast fighter ship as part of a fleet that lashes out against enemy factions across stunning procedurally generated star systems in Disputed Space.
Why similar: Space 42.2%, Action 20.4%, Indie 13.8%, Arcade 11.9%, Shooter 11.6%
- #34 STELLATUM
76% matchMixed63% of 167 reviews2015
Dev: Satur Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Equip your battleship's guns, install faster engines, and increase the power of your reactor. Throw a barrage of rockets on hordes of enemy ships, burning everything in your path!
Why similar: Space 40.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Arcade 9.9%, Shooter 9.3%, Casual 7.9%
- #35 StarBreak
73% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,298 reviews2016
Dev: Crunchy Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 48 minMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 44%
StarBreak is a unique skill-based action platformer MMO where you explore strange sci-fi worlds alongside dozens of other players, kill legions of dangerous aliens and fight epic boss battles.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 77.7%, Action 10.5%, Indie 6%, 2D 3.8%, Difficult 2%
- #36 Space Battle Royale
70% matchVery Positive86% of 80 reviews2023
Dev: MultiversalME
Windows
Welcome to cosmic chaos. This non-stop action arcade will test you to see if you are truly worthy of space travel. The full use of 3d space, five classes of weapons, and upgrades based on alien technology and alternative dimensions make for the most competitive and mind-expanding game out there.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 50.4%, Space 30.7%, Action 7%, Shooter 6.5%, Casual 5.4%
- #37 Mr Blaster
74% matchMixed64% of 81 reviews2017
Dev: ENTERiPub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Mr Blaster is a higher-level space adventure with an aim to conquest the universe. It’s a way to test strategic playing skills and the precision of shooting. A galactic war over the conquest of a planet and seizing the opponent’s flag
Why similar: Action 43.1%, Casual 30.9%, Indie 26%
- #38 Hyper Space
68% matchVery Positive100% of 53 reviews2024
Dev: Fennec Game Studio
Windows
Hyper Space is a “Dodge ’Em Up” Arcade game. Collect stars while avoiding space hazards to reach the highest score, unlock new skins, compete with your friends and travel through space to the most distant galaxies.
Why similar: Space 52.2%, Arcade 15.9%, Action 12.4%, Casual 10.7%, Indie 8.8%
- #39 Rocket Wars
72% matchVery Positive91% of 95 reviews2017
Dev: Rooftop Panda
Windows · Linux
Median: 5.2 hrsMean: 23.3 hrs≥1hr: 99%
Fast-paced local multi-player game packed with action. Destroy your friends with all sorts of different weapons and power-ups across multiple game modes!
Why similar: Space 34.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Arcade 11.5%, Shooter 9.7%, Action 8.9%
- #40 Exocraft
73% matchMixed52% of 361 reviews2019
Dev: GoldFire Studios
Windows · Mac
Design unique spaceships and build the ultimate space mining fleet as you team up to battle for resources and glory in this massively multiplayer action strategy set in an alien wasteland.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 51.7%, Space 25.7%, Action 6.2%, Arcade 5.6%, Casual 4.3%
- #41 Shattered Void
67% matchMostly Positive71% of 90 reviews2024
Dev: yyy1505yyy
Windows · Linux
Space MMORPG where players can fly on different ships, collecting devices, subsystems and navigations or finding new weapons that will serve in battles. Take part in battles, explore the world, mine ore, trade, fight and build your own clan with a station.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 50.9%, Space 30.5%, Indie 5.3%, Top-Down 5.3%, Action 5.2%
- #42 SquadBlast
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 146 reviews2023
Dev: ULTRAHORSE
Windows
Master the most intense platformer shooter ever created. Play in teams of up to 5v5 players across 8 game modes or make your own custom lobby. Collect & craft an arsenal of weapons to master your loadout. Play cross-platform for free on PC, Console, Mobile, and Web with full controller support.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 71.7%, Shooter 13.7%, Action 12.4%, 2D 2.3%
- #43 Holodrive
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,233 reviews2021
Dev: BitCake StudioPub: Versus Evil
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
A fast-paced multiplayer shooter where you customize your robot, zoom around with a jetpack, and battle with various weapons. Master the arenas, surprise your enemies, and enjoy the nonstop action!
Why similar: Shooter 31.8%, Action 30.9%, Indie 26%, 2D 11.3%
- #44 Codename: Rogue Fleet
72% matchMixed59% of 318 reviews2016
Dev: SionoiS
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 9.0 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Codename: Rogue Fleet is a multiplayer team-based game about spaceships combat.
Why similar: Space 69.7%, Action 18.5%, Indie 11.8%
- #45 Star Vortex
63% matchVery Positive85% of 128 reviews2025
Dev: Zorg GamesPub: Hunted Cow Games
Windows
Star Vortex is a fast paced Action-RPG inspired by classics of the genre. Design your ship, fight your way through hostile alien sectors, upgrade as you salvage rare weapons and experiment with different builds until nothing can stand against you.
Why similar: Space 34.4%, 2D 26.9%, Action 16.7%, Indie 8.6%, Shooter 7.2%
- #46 GALAXIUM
71% matchMostly Negative27% of 223 reviews2019
Dev: Tony MuñozPub: Wulum LTD
Windows · Mac
Arcade shoot game inspired on 80’s classics with extra features as you progress.
Why similar: Space 37.6%, Action 22.1%, Casual 17.3%, Indie 15.4%, Arcade 7.6%
- #47 Miner Meltdown
70% matchMostly Positive76% of 140 reviews2017
Dev: Mighty Pebble Games IncPub: Throwback Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Miner Meltdown is an action-packed team-based multiplayer game. Scour the map for minerals, upgrade your gear, and attempt to blow up the opposing team all the while avoiding monsters, traps, and environmental pitfalls along the way.
Why similar: Action 44.7%, Indie 32.1%, 2D 12%, Casual 11.1%
- #48 TeraBlaster
70% matchMixed70% of 1,034 reviews2015
Dev: Black Shell Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
TeraBlaster is a top-down arcade shooter micro-game which draws heavy inspiration from Geometry Wars. Duke it out with hordes of enemies on randomly generated levels, trigger massive explosions, and die a truly glorious death.
Why similar: Action 30.5%, Casual 26.1%, Indie 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%
- #49 Yargis - Space Melee
71% matchMixed58% of 236 reviews2015
Dev: PlazSoft
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 98%
Yargis is a fast paced, top down spaceship shooter. Customize your ship to join a battle online or offline. Yargis is focused on team based, close combat action. The game has a variety of battle and co-op game modes and a powerful editor make Yargis a great game!
Why similar: Space 35.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Action 9.6%, Arcade 9.4%, Top-Down 8.4%
- #50 Blast Off Far Away
66% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2022
Dev: C405Pub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Shoot to move, move to live, live to shoot! Blast Off Far Away (B.O.F.A.) is a space-themed, top-down arena shooter, with a focus on fast-paced arcade-esque gameplay, with the unique twist where movement is limited through the use of the player's gun.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Space 21.5%, Arcade 13.4%, Shooter 13.1%, Action 10.6%
- #51 Asteroid Bounty Hunter
69% matchMixed65% of 803 reviews2016
Dev: EGAMERPub: SA Industry
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Asteroid Bounty Hunter is a space shooter mixed with interesting boss fights and breathtaking visuals, with a reward system to take your skill to another level.
Why similar: Space 28.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Action 18.6%, Indie 17%, Casual 14.7%
- #52 Chicken Invaders Universe
62% matchVery Positive91% of 3,731 reviews2022
Dev: InterAction studios
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 47%
A deliciously addictive core of finger-blistering shooting action, surrounded by delectable morsels of galactic exploration, spacecraft customization, and community competitions.
Why similar: Space 35.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 9.4%, Action 8.4%
- #53 Allspace
69% matchMixed63% of 63 reviews2019
Dev: ShilohGames
Windows · Mac · Linux
100 pilots battle with lasers, plasma, and missiles in Allspace.
Why similar: Massively Multiplayer 63.1%, Space 21.1%, Action 9.4%, Shooter 4.3%, Indie 2.1%
- #54 Void Scrappers
63% matchVery Positive89% of 608 reviews2022
Dev: 8BitSkull
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Blast hordes of alien ships into junk. Collect the scrap to upgrade your ship into an unstoppable force of destruction. Unlock new characters and weapons and upgrade your stats between runs.
Why similar: Space 43.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Action 12.8%, Shooter 11.3%, 2D 1.5%
- #55 Neon Striker
61% matchVery Positive89% of 81 reviews2025
Dev: Zeno's Adventure Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Configure the weaponry on your ship to blast away enemies as you navigate through swarms of bullets and space battles. Each ship has unique customization options and playstyles.
Why similar: Space 34.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Shooter 12.7%, Action 10.2%, Casual 8.4%