- #1 Astro Flame: Starfighter
97% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Satur Entertainment
Windows
You are the last pilot standing against an enemy fleet. Upgrade your starfighter, face epic bosses, and survive the chaos of space battles. Astro Flame: Starfighter is a fast-paced arcade shoot ‘em up in the spirit of the classics.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 36% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Top-Down Shooter 11.1%, Flight 7.8%
- #2 Ace Pilot Europe
96% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Hubert cachatPub: HC
Windows
Arcade style World War 2 aircraft game. Control multiple fighters in dogfights. Fly bombing run with B25 and B17. Hunt submarines with a B24. Drop paratroopers in a C47. Attack trains. 10 different missions over Europe. This is my second indie game and it's a lot of fun.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.1%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Top-Down Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 9.1%, Flight 8.3%
- #3 Skyfighter Arcade
96% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Two Kings 22
Windows · Linux
Skyfighter Arcade is the classic top-down shoot-em-up vertical scroller, with a twist. Outmaneuver increasingly difficult enemies and obstacles. Blast your enemies out of the sky with powerful and unique weapons. Upgrade your weapons and ship to make yourself more powerful.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 24.8% ★, 2D Fighter 22.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, Top-Down Shooter 11.4%, Bullet Hell 10.4%
- #4 I, AI
95% matchMostly Positive72% of 69 reviews2020
Dev: Satur EntertainmentPub: Satur Entertainment
Windows
Classic scrolling shooter with modern graphics. You are self-aware AI. You were created on space military station developing weapons. Now your goal is to break out of the lab and win your freedom.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 34.1% ★, Bullet Hell 13.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.1%, Shooter 8.7%
- #5 CYGNI: All Guns Blazing
94% matchMixed64% of 488 reviews2024
Dev: KeelWorksPub: KONAMI
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 2.1 hrs≥1hr: 46%
An unrelenting onslaught of eye-popping visuals, ear bursting soundscapes and mind-melting action makes CYGNI the vanguard for the next generation of shoot-em ups. Outgunned, outmanned and out on your own, plunge into a sky full of hell in a last-ditch battle for survival.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 25.4% ★, Cinematic 12.7%, Bullet Hell 10.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.3%, Top-Down Shooter 9.1%
- #6 Resurrection Core
94% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: ramen_keitto
Windows
Resurrection Core is vertically scrolling Bullet Hell Shoot ´Em Up game. It honors the arcade classics but also adds modern touch and unique game-play mechanics to the genre. Master the unique weapon systems and resurrect enemy cores to become the ultimate fighting machine!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, 2D Fighter 13.7%, Shooter 12.7%, Top-Down Shooter 12.7%
- #7 Wings Of WW2
93% 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: On-Rails Shooter 29.8% ★, Bullet Hell 12.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.1%, Top-Down Shooter 10.8%, Flight 9.3%
- #8 Knitewings™
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Profenix Studio SRLS
Windows
Knitewings™ is an anime-inspired, fast-paced rail shooter with roguelite progression. Lead one of four angelic sisters, upgrade on the fly, and unleash firepower, melee lunges, and elemental Specials against demonic hordes in a striking arcade adventure.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 46% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Bullet Hell 14%, Arcade 9.5%, Shooter 6.1%
- #9 Xenocider
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2Dream CoporationPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast through corrupted worlds in this HD remaster of a cult classic! Xenocider is a third-person rail shooter inspired by arcade classics and presented in nostalgic 32-bit style!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Shooter 14.1%, Flight 11.3%, Arcade 8%
- #10 Liquid Space Dimension
91% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: Ben KramerPub: Puppet Fox
Windows
Fly and fight through the vibrant universe of Liquid Space Dimension in this retro-inspired action shooter! As Sid Seaburn, pilot of the Star Drifter, master a wide range mechanics like drifting, laser beams, and torpedoes to get the highest score possible and stop the evil general Ra-Baba!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 41.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Flight 11.5%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 10.2%
- #11 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
90% matchVery Positive97% of 357 reviews2021
Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Arcade 14.7%, Top-Down Shooter 11.9%, Shooter 11.9%
- #12 Spacegirl 2038
89% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2021
Dev: Borsuk Software
Windows
Spacegirl 2038 is a fast paced, high energy arcade style shooter. Save your sister and her crew, they're depending on you!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 41.2%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Arcade 12.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Shooter 12.4%
- #13 Dash Rider
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sunless Planet games
Windows
Dashrider is a fast-paced 2D shooter game, in which you fight your way through countless waves of enemies to earn coins. Purchase new skills or stunning boss battles. Defeat the three guards to face the final boss and complete the game.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 40.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 11.8%, Shooter 11.7%
- #14 Ninja Hagakure
88% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Comma
Windows
Defeat the ever-increasing number of enemies with a variety of ninja techniques to suit the situation After 20 minutes, we can move on to the next STAY It's more fun because there are various enemies on each stage
Why similar: 2D Fighter 43%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Shooter 13.4%, Top-Down 5.4%
- #15 Paper War
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Luong Minh HienPub: BrightStdio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Paper War is a roguelite adventure where you play as "Little Blue," a character brought to life from an artist’s dreams. Battle failed sketches, upgrade skills, and weapons, and fight for survival on a living paper sheet filled with chaos and bombs.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 41.1%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Shooter 12%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.9%, Top-Down Shooter 10.1%
- #16 Starbreed
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RegulusNSFWPub: Mango Party
Windows
Starbreed is inspired by classic 3D rail shooters with a dating sim twist. Each ally you unlock comes with a passive and active ability to add to your kit. Bring them in your party to raise their affinity, and unlock Hscenes with them.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 41% ★, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Flight 11.5%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 9.3%
- #17 Space Shooter
86% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: OuroborOs_
Windows
Become the best spaceship pilot with Space Shooter which is an arcade game that can quickly wake up your hardworking side
Why similar: 2D Fighter 24.8%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Top-Down Shooter 11.2%, Shooter 9.5%
- #18 Suite: Pictures at an Exhibition
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sasayaka
Windows
Reflect the Light, Listen to the Stars. A celestial reflection action game based on the masterpiece Pictures at an Exhibition.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 43.8% ★, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 10.4%
- #19 Raid on the Zone
84% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: Nikolaj Piet PaghPub: PetskullGames
Windows
Fight in a furious battle against “The Zone”, a mysterious terrorist group hell-bent on destroying the world. Cripple their defenses with your dual-prop helicopter and massive arsenal of weaponry in this retro-inspired homage to arcade games of the 80’s.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 25%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12.2%, Flight 10.9%, Shooter 9.6%
- #20 Ultra Imposer
84% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Nest Egg Games, LLC
Windows
Pilot the Ultra Imposer drone and eradicate the enemy army with your blasters or lock-on to multiple enemy targets and unleash a barrage of seeker missile destruction. Ultra Imposer is a third-person VR-only shooter action game on rails with unique gameplay and boss battles!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 36.8% ★, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 11.5%, Flight 11.1%
- #21 Void Wars
83% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Skyburn Games
Windows
Dodge, shoot and free the galaxy of the evil space mega corp. Use a variety of different weapons and spaceships, each with different playstyles to overcome many challenging levels.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 29.4% ★, Bullet Hell 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Arcade 11.4%, Flight 8.1%
- #22 Anima Shin Gun
82% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Vintash Vishons
Windows
A Bullet Hell Rail Shooter where you get shot to survive. Engage enemies and absorb their bullets as “seconds of life” by switching to the right color frequency. Thus, surviving long enough to break the time loop you’re trapped in and complete the ENTIRE adventure before the countdown gets to zero.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 38.6% ★, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Flight 10.3%, Arcade 9.2%
- #23 Witchcraft: Candy Hunt
82% matchPositive86% of 37 reviews2023
Dev: PixelCrown Games
Windows
Witchcraft: Candy Hunt is an old-school shooter game with charming pixel art graphics that will take you on a Halloween adventure. Fly on a broomstick and battle your way through three exciting levels, each one featuring unique spooky creatures such as pumpkin monsters, evil crows and ghosts.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.5%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Arcade 13%, Shooter 12.8%
- #24 4D:XD
81% 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 24.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Shooter 12.7%, Arcade 10.9%
- #25 DuckStruck
79% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Solemn Snail Studios
Windows · Mac
DuckStruck is a fast paced, top down bullet hell pixel art shooter, where you play as... a duck! Battle enemy zombie ducks, and build defences to aid your survival with endless waves of enemies attacking you at every moment!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 25.4%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Top-Down 6%
- #26 Tunnel Assault
80% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Crazy Retro Games
Windows
Pilot your spaceship through unyielding tunnels, dodging obstacles, and unleashing dual lasers in this procedurally generated, fast-paced adventure. Unlock new ships and upgrade your arsenal as you advance, race against time, and emerge as the ultimate tunnel ace 🚀🌠
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 42.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Arcade 12.6%, Shooter 12.5%, Flight 7.8%
- #27 PewPew!
81% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITE BRIDGE
Windows
PewPew! - move, shoot and upgrade!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 33% ★, Bullet Hell 13%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Top-Down Shooter 11.8%, Shooter 9.6%
- #28 Eskadrila X - Rift Protocol
79% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: xRatchet Games
Windows
A fast-paced 3D rail shooter with photo-realistic UE5 visuals. Destroy enemy waves, upgrade and customize your ship to meet escalating challenges, uncover hidden paths with secret rewards, and blast through fully 3D environments with physics-driven destruction.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 43.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 11.3%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 8%
- #29 Stopping Santa
78% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Hephaestus Games
Windows · Linux
Stopping Santa is a Jazzy top-down arena shooter where you play a mercenary fighting against Santa’s legions. Short play sessions, simple controls, instant action, and a global leaderboard for the Top 10. Inspired by classic arcade games.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 28.6%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Top-Down Shooter 14.8%, Shooter 10%
- #30 Rabbit Simulator
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sharkbird
Windows
Rabbit Simulator is an Action Adventure game with a strong emphasis on gun violence.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 35.6% ★, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Shooter 11%
- #31 Voidstorm
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Small Miracles
Windows
Voidstorm is an on-rails shooter in space with twin stick controls. Fight epic space battles against fleets of enemies, engage and destroy capital ships, evade through narrow passages and save the federation together with your wingmates.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 53% ★, Arcade 10.3%, Cinematic 7.1%, Bullet Hell 7%, Flight 6.4%
- #32 Ex-Zodiac
76% matchVery Positive94% of 999 reviews2022
Dev: MNKYPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 1.0 hrs≥1hr: 34%
A fast-paced low-poly 3D rail shooter heavily inspired by classics of the early 90's. Join protagonist Kyuu as she fights to free the worlds of the Sanzaru Star System, overrun by the intergalactic terrorist organization known as Zodiac.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 44.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Shooter 11.7%, Flight 11.2%, Arcade 10.9%
- #33 NectorX
77% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Gergenia
Windows · Linux
NectorX is an arcade rail shooter where you control a spaceship and fight against rogue machines that cross your path.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 54.7% ★, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 13%, Flight 8.9%, Third Person 4.1%
- #34 Skythrone
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Biggame studioPub: Biggame Publishing
Windows
SkyThrone is a vertical shooter in which you have to defend the Earth from invading space invaders. You are a sexy girl commander who, from childhood, learned to achieve her goal at any cost. This skill came in handy when entering the military and subsequent promotion.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 41% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Arcade 12.3%, Top-Down 5.2%
- #35 Heliocide
75% matchNo user reviews2026
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: Bullet Hell 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Flight 11.1%, Shooter 10.2%
- #36 Emborne: Lucidem Redemption
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Veral StudiosPub: Mediacollege Amsterdam
Windows
A dark fantasy action-adventure game where players wield unique abilities to battle corrupted foes and uncover the secrets of a shattered world.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.6%, Bullet Hell 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Shooter 11.6%
- #37 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
75% 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 27.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Shooter 15.8%, Arcade 13.4%
- #38 DnB Starfighter
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Heavy Reese Studio
Windows
High-speed shmup where survival meets rhythm. Evade waves of enemies to pounding drum and bass soundtrack. Compete globally or battle friends in co-op/PvP. Customize your ship, perfect your run, and claim your spot on the leaderboards.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.9%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Shooter 10.2%
- #39 Horror Hotel
74% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: Team Hydra Studios
Windows
Horror Hotel is a top-down, 2D shooter which pits you against increasingly difficult foes. Defeat your demonic enemies with a combination of spells and your Rune Stone. To be victorious you must take the fight to your enemies by traveling to Hell and destroying twelve demon generals in boss battles.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 35.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Top-Down Shooter 12.7%, Arcade 10.7%, Shooter 10.6%
- #40 Dimension Tripper Neptune: TOP NEP
72% matchVery Positive95% of 714 reviews2022
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Older Neptune and friends shoot and slash through enemies of Gamindustri in this rail shooter!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 48.5% ★, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Arcade 13.3%, Action 3%
- #41 Astrality
72% matchPositive82% of 44 reviews2023
Dev: DigiPen Europe-BilbaoPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
After a training simulation gone wrong, a bounty hunter embarks on a journey to find treasures and adventure.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 53.2% ★, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 10.6%, Futuristic 3.8%
- #42 Alien Space Bastards
73% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2022
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Alien Space Bastards is a procedurally generated 3D arcade style shooter. The aliens are attacking in force and you must utilize all the weaponry you have to survive the onslaught and bring piece to the galaxy. Multiple power ups will assist you on your suicide mission, good luck and fight bravely!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 12.6%
- #43 1x! Space Adventure
73% 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: Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Arcade 16.9%, Shooter 16.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%
- #44 Wild Blue Skies
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Chuhai LabsPub: Humble Games
Windows
Wild Blue Skies reimagines the classic on-rail adventures of the '90s. Join Bowie Stray and the Blue Bombers as they soar through the skies on a mission to save the world in this action-packed, nostalgic journey!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 43.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Flight 12%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 10.8%
- #45 Constellar
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jacob KuchinskyPub: Banana Peel Studios
Windows · Mac
A reinterpretation of retro games like Space Invaders and Galaga with a modern twist. Battle through planetary sectors using elemental abilities that combine for powerful effects and make bosses vanish. If you’re looking for a short, modernized retro-style game, this is perfect for you.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 11%
- #46 Spinochet
71% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Juriklabs
Windows
Take aim and splatter tomatoes in this artsy, arcade-style target game!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 50.5% ★, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 11.1%, Top-Down 6.2%
- #47 Be Not Afraid, But Run
70% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Renegade Sector Games
Windows
POLLUTED WITH OUR BETTER ANGELS THE WAYS BEAR HAZARDS FEW DARE CHALLENGE GO, O MESSENGER AND HEED THESE WORDS: BE NOT AFRAID BUT RUN
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 41.8% ★, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.7%
- #48 Rising Sun - Iron Aces
68% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2025
Dev: Moebius One Games
Windows · Linux
The Valkirias are here. Fast paced action Shoot 'em up with beautifully rendered 3D graphics. Select between four characters with different abilities and follow their story. Upgrade and unlock fighters, battle bosses and play amazing special stages, solo or with a friend.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 12.5%
- #49 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
68% 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 24.3%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 9.3%
- #50 Galactic Explorers
70% match4 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Caden KoehlPub: Koehl Studios
Windows
Galactic Explorers is a top-down 2D retro space shooter inspired by early games such as Galaxian, and Asteroids.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 26.6%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Shooter 10.2%
- #51 Undead Exterminator
69% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: GLHF_Studio
Windows
"The Undead Exterminator" is an exciting 3D zombie shooter where players pick up a rifle and battle hordes of the undead. You will have to shoot zombies and survive in an apocalyptic world.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 64.1% ★, Shooter 15.4%, Arcade 13.3%, 3D 4.2%, Indie 1.6%
- #52 Let it ride!
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Retro DecadancePub: Radio Decadance
Windows
SkiFree meets Survivors! Shred down a procedural mountain, blasting monsters to hard-rock Christmas tunes. Dodge trees, jump enemies, and yes—you can run over squirrels. Fast-paced winter chaos for any season!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 29.3% ★, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Arcade 11.7%, Top-Down Shooter 8.5%
- #53 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
70% 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: Bullet Hell 21.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Arcade 12.7%, Shooter 12.3%
- #54 The Cruise 2
69% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: SwiftKraft
Windows · Mac
Top down 2D sci-fi space themed roguelike bullet hell shooter with different player classes and abilities to play with.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.5%, Bullet Hell 16%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 10.7%
- #55 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
69% 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: Bullet Hell 18.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 11.2%
- #56 Final 4 Survival
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sean Foley
Windows
Final 4 Survival is an Arcade style top-down shooter. You play as an elemental soldier and are tasked with having to defeat waves of enemies!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 42.7%, Arcade 12.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, Top-Down Shooter 11.6%, Shooter 11.6%
- #57 HORIZON VANGUARD
68% matchPositive93% of 29 reviews2020
Dev: David "Tain" WilliamsPub: tain a.m. works LLC
Windows
Blast your hovercycle through the enemy's crushing forces under a bright blue sky! Dodge enemy fire, attack huge mechanical targets, and score critical pistol hits in this new style of forward-scrolling arcade action. This is VR Arcade Shooting.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.9% ★, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Shooter 12.6%, Arcade 10%
- #58 Crush The Rebellion!
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GameBeast Productions
Windows · Linux
The galactic empire is under siege from the rebel scum in all directions! Fight through endless waves of rebel ships using all of the weapons and resources at your disposal as you execute your sole orders: to Crush The Rebellion!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 13.9%
- #59 Elysium Trials
66% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2023
Dev: Filotimo Innovations LLC
Windows
Skill-based Fantasy Shooter on rails with an Epic touch, how you defeat enemies matter! Shoot, unleash powerful lightning magic, and Dragons, beware of dragons as you battle through 8 unique enemies all with unique attacks in vastly different worlds with an epic fantasy rock/metal soundtrack.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 54% ★, Shooter 16.8%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Arcade 6.8%, Action 2.8%
- #60 Psyvariar 3
66% matchNo user 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 22.8%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Shooter 12.7%, Arcade 11.1%