- #1 雪景花 -Sekka the Gleam-
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 秋空シンセシス
Windows
「視界を遮断(とざ)して――敵を討て」視界を閉ざすと、敵の攻撃予兆が見える。敵の視界を潜り抜けて戦う、新感覚・ステルス弾幕シューティングゲーム。
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49%, Shooter 29.9%, Fantasy 8.8%, 2D 8.8%, Indie 1.9%
- #2 Dream of YukiHana
96% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: Mr.JX
Windows
A fan-made bullet hell shooting game featuring "Hololive 5th Generation" as the main characters, with "Yukihana Lamy" at the center of the story.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.8%, Shooter 30.5%, 2D 9.2%, Fantasy 7.2%, Indie 1.9%
- #3 G-Scramble
96% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: SB_Games_Public
Windows
Vertical Scrolling 2D Shooting Game Created by Shooting Game Builder
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.6%, Shooter 32.9%, 2D 9.7%, Indie 2.2%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #4 EasySimple2DShootingGame
95% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: ColaGames
Windows
Easy and Simple and 2D and Shooting game
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.9%, Shooter 41.3%, 2D 11.3%, Singleplayer 3.1%, Indie 2.4%
- #5 Flowershop Master Yuukarin!
94% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: TeamNG
Windows
Yuuka Kazami is running a flower shop?! In [Flowershop Master Yuukarin!], Yuuka tries to run a flowr shop in Gensokyo, which has been suddenly dominated by foodie culture.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.5%, Shooter 38.2%, 2D 10.2%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #6 MolaMolaAdventure
94% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: BibiPub: BibiPiece
Windows
"Molamola Adventure" is a danmaku shooting game. Players will control a molamola and embark on an underwater adventure alongside a girl.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 54%, Shooter 32.6%, 2D 9.9%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #7 Avengers Squad
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HLPub: H&L
Windows
"Avengers Squad" is a bullet hell shooting game. You, an unknown avenger, although you have the martial arts secrets passed down from your ancestors, but after all, the disputes in the rivers and lakes make you want to stay away from the fights in the rivers and lakes and wander around~
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.2%, Shooter 35.9%, 2D 10.4%, Indie 3%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #8 EpicRecovery
92% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: UtatoraDeveloper
Windows
A shooter game with endless fun of turning back and forth. The game system is simple, with a short stage lasting less than one minute, in which you aim for a high score until you run out of remaining airplanes.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.7%, Shooter 33.4%, Dark 15.4%, 2D 8.2%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #9 东方云源历 ~ Tales from Floating Abyss
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 云源历工作室
Windows
《东方云源历 ~ Tales from Floating Abyss》是一款基于东方Project的二次创作同人STG游戏。少女们追随逆飞的雨水,向异变的源头聚集。埋藏于当中的,是宝藏,是阴谋,亦或是相互连锁的过去?潜入沉没的世界,运用智慧与勇气,揭示那段传说的根源吧。
Why similar: Bullet Hell 45.3%, Shooter 34.7%, 2D 9.5%, Fantasy 7.3%, Indie 2%
- #10 Touhou Jikuu Kikou ~ Iris Machina's Journey
91% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: DEUS EX MACHINA
Windows
This game is a Touhou Project fangame. It's a shooting game where you defeat bosses while dodging danmaku. Customize your weaponry to one of 576 possible combinations, and overcome the danmaku coming your way!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.7%, Shooter 30.3%, Indie 14.4%, 2D 9.7%, Singleplayer 2.8%
- #11 この学園からスタート(Start From School)
90% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: ストロングツリー(HusHucHuライス)
Windows
Control the enemy on your PC screen by moving the player with your mouse, carry out various actions, and defeat enemies in this shooting-style game. (Comes with a tutorial for game controls)
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39%, Shooter 32%, Mystery 13%, 2D 8.4%, Fantasy 6.6%
- #12 Rapis The Bullet
89% match7 user reviews43% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: kabocha renga
Windows
It is a shooter...... but the protagonist cannot shoot bullets. She only has a sword.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 45%, Shooter 36.6%, Dark 9.3%, 2D 5.5%, Indie 1.8%
- #13 Emerald Blue
88% matchPositive100% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: Xtrasoft Development Team
Windows
If your ideal is strong... Hold it tightly... even in death... The Swan EM-43DSC... A experimental fighter jet blasts through the skies of the New East/West. And as the pilot clutches his yoke, he commits to his rebellion knowing full well, that his mission is not for the faint of heart....
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.4%, Shooter 37.9%, 2D 10.6%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #14 Radirgy Swag
87% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2026
Dev: RS34
Windows
Dodge, slash, and shoot your way through waves of enemies while collecting items. Blast off on a quick trip toward the Moon in Radio-allergic Shoot ’Em Up!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 59%, Shooter 28.2%, 2D 9.6%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #15 The Top of The Dream
89% matchMixed60% of 57 reviews2021
Dev: 东方有顶天制作组Pub: Crestruction
Windows
An TouHou style barrage shooting game, with a unique firepower and boundary mechanism, use of the mechanism and resources, in the difficult Stage and BossBattle to master the rhythm and explore the SpellCard ,to defeat the FinalBoss, uncover the veil of transformation, and see the "dream of the sky"
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.9%, Shooter 30.2%, 2D 9%, Fantasy 7.9%, Indie 1.8%
- #16 現風少女 フタリ一夜に騒がして
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: さなえFPub: ファイブ・フロート
Windows
A bullet-hell shooter that blends 2D stages with angled top-down 3D combat. Push forward by destroying incoming bullets at close range. Each weapon’s skill is fixed—but its power shifts every run.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.6%, Shooter 36.3%, 2D 9%, Fantasy 7.6%, Indie 2.1%
- #17 Hellcraze
86% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2021
Dev: ElvGames
Windows
Hellcraze is a bullethell dungeon crawler game, your mission is simple... KILL THEM ALL!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.6%, Shooter 33.1%, Dark 15.5%, 2D 8.2%, Indie 2.1%
- #18 Music Summoner
84% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: To-yama
Windows
Music-themed bullet-hell shooting for beginners to advanced users
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.9%, Shooter 34.1%, Fantasy 10.7%, 2D 6.4%, Singleplayer 2%
- #19 ORION SHOOTER - オリオンシューター
82% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: BOM LLC
Windows
Orion Shooter is an easy-to-play side-scrolling shooter game created with the desire to "liven up our hometown, Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture!" We hope you enjoy the local feel that permeates the game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 58%, Shooter 35.4%, Indie 4.5%, Singleplayer 2%
- #20 Cube
84% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: ycyclop
Windows
Cube is an intriguing fast paced 2D shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 47.8%, Shooter 37.7%, 2D 9.9%, Indie 2.4%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #21 Praecantor Lila ~ Bell Spell
83% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Lunacy Indeterminate
Windows
A fast-paced magical bullet hell adventure! With an arsenal of versatile magical attacks at your disposal, dodge and shoot your way through six tightly-choreographed stages with the help of a mysterious, magic-sealing bell.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.6%, Shooter 30.9%, Fantasy 11.2%, 2D 5.5%, Indie 1.8%
- #22 MagicGirls★Shooting!!
81% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: CherryPink
Windows
This a side-scrolling gal-shooting game, which is an old project I made in the past, and only has one level. Just earning a listing fee. The game will last about 5 minutes, so if you don’t like it, just refund it. If you are willing to support and keep this product, sincerely thank you! !
Why similar: Bullet Hell 50.6%, Shooter 35.4%, 2D 7.6%, Indie 3.4%, Singleplayer 3%
- #23 AngerForce: Reloaded
82% matchVery Positive91% of 382 reviews2017
Dev: Screambox Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 92%
AngerForce: Reloaded is an action-packed vertically scrolling shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades. This high octane experience is set against the backdrop of a 19th century human world that has seen the outbreak of a robot rebellion.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 55.8%, Shooter 44.2%
- #24 Waifu Space Conquest
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Sweet Banana GamesPub: Gamuzumi
Windows · Linux
In Waifu Space Conquest you can play a nostalgic arcade game. Conquer all the space to pass the level. Confine the aliens in your claimed space to kill them.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 52.8%, Shooter 34.5%, 2D 9.8%, Indie 1.8%, Singleplayer 1%
- #25 Erika America
80% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Grant G Heffner
Windows · Mac
Erika America is an bullet hell video game. Fly and shoot your way through 5 levels, each culminating in a boss battle with a supervillain.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 55.2%, Shooter 31.5%, 2D 9.2%, Indie 2.1%, Singleplayer 2%
- #26 東方眠世界 ~ Wonderful Waking World
79% matchVery Positive98% of 291 reviews2022
Dev: Oligarchomp
Windows
A simplistic, dynamic Touhou fangame bullet hell shmup with a pixel art esthetic. Shoot down your enemies and dodge your way through an incessant barrage of projectiles!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 58.9%, Shooter 24%, 2D 6.1%, Fantasy 5.9%, Singleplayer 3.1%
- #27 Jasper Redds vs The Ares Belt
79% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Ares Belt Software
Windows
Experience intense, fast-paced action as you dodge enemy fire, collect Xsteel scrap, and upgrade powerful ship systems. Navigate across beautiful expanses of the galaxy in levels filled with challenging foes and epic boss battles.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49%, Shooter 37.6%, 2D 9.3%, Indie 2.3%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #28 东方希莲船 ~ Ultimate Fatal Octopus
77% matchVery Positive93% of 59 reviews2024
Dev: SlimeSmile
Windows
A Touhou Project fan-made STG, also a collab game with Vtuber Syrena. Some day a random suspicious pink UFO showed up in Gensokyo. This must be an incident! As a result, Reimu and Marisa went on a journey to solve the incident.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 51.4%, Shooter 29.7%, 2D 8%, Fantasy 6.2%, Indie 3.3%
- #29 Roswyn
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WhiteMossMoon
Windows
A story-rich indie bullet hell with pixel art visuals and intense action. Follow Leere through a mysterious world, face escalating dangers, meet memorable characters, and uncover the secrets hidden within its depths.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 61.3%, Mystery 27.2%, Fantasy 6%, Indie 4.2%, Singleplayer 1.2%
- #30 Payasos & Balazos
78% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: JokkerDevPub: Dead Clown Studio
Windows
A 2D action platformer focused on bosses and comedy. Join Chiclón and his bubblegum gun on a colorful adventure to rebuild a circus and defeat the fearsome Magnum Risum on the chaotic Laughter Island.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 45.7%, Mystery 14.2%, Shooter 13.8%, 2D 11.9%, Fantasy 8.5%
- #31 Alien Fury
76% match9 user reviews90% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: Odin Strabo Jensen
Windows · Linux
Arcade space shooter that gets progressively harder, the longer you play. It's a simple a matter of shooting the alien missiles, before they hit you. How long can you survive?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.6%, Shooter 38.2%, 2D 10.3%, Singleplayer 2%
- #32 Magical Blaster
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: reverse snare
Windows
High-speed horizontal shmups in which many fairies fight together!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.1%, Shooter 31%, Fantasy 7.9%, 2D 6.8%, Singleplayer 1.3%
- #33 東方资志疏 ~ Immortal Immanuel. (东方资志疏)
74% matchVery Positive95% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: 雾雨威Channel
Windows
中国风东方Project二次同人STG游戏,剧情承接虹龙洞之后,古代帝王穿越到幻想乡发动异变!开始紧张刺激的弹幕游戏吧!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.2%, Shooter 29.5%, 2D 9.8%, Fantasy 6.8%, Indie 3.8%
- #34 秦こころ弾幕連
77% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: 夢幻泡影リョウショウカカン
Windows
面霊気の戯れ
Why similar: Bullet Hell 47.6%, Shooter 38.8%, 2D 9.5%, Indie 2.4%, Singleplayer 1.7%
- #35 東方瞬殺弾幕劇場 ~ 初見殺しに命をかけて
75% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: 夢幻泡影リョウショウカカン
Windows
初見クリアは許さない 狂気のギミック弾幕
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53%, Shooter 32.7%, 2D 8.9%, Indie 3.8%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #36 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 怒首領蜂大往生DX
75% matchPositive90% of 42 reviews2021
Dev: G-MODE
Windows
“You will die.” Confirm it with your own eyes. See with your own eyes the most deadly barrage ever spread across your palms.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 61%, Shooter 36.8%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #37 Blazing-Maidens
73% match8 user reviews90% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: blankmindgg
Windows
In this pixel action shooting game inspired by the classic gameplay of Vampire Survivors.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.6%, Shooter 30.8%, 2D 7.9%, Fantasy 7.3%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #38 Karous
72% matchPositive93% of 30 reviews2026
Dev: RS34
Windows
Slash, shoot, guard, grow! Karous, a Dreamcast shoot 'em up originally released back in 2007, is now soaring onto PC. Play as Karous, a girl who lost her parents in a great war with humans. Driven by her father's dying words, she descends to Earth in search of the Sanguis Dei.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 52.5%, Shooter 35.6%, 2D 10.3%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #39 Frikin the Laser Shark
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Salty Duck Studios
Windows
A 2D bullet hell platform shooter where you play as a normal shark...with a laser strapped to his head. Battle through worlds to defeat the dastardly denizens of the deep lead by the mean mustachio'd menace himself!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.7%, Shooter 32.3%, 2D 8.7%, Indie 3.7%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #40 One Life
74% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Hummus Studios
Windows
One hit death bullet hell action featuring upgrades, unlockable abilities, hats and you.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.7%, Shooter 33.5%, 2D 9.2%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #41 STEAM-HEART'S Saturn Tribute
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 26 reviews2025
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
Save the virus-ravaged planet! A frenzy-filled shooting game!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 45.2%, Shooter 35.8%, 2D 9.8%, Fantasy 7.6%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #42 電影大戦
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: XXL
Windows
Time is your penalty! No lives—getting hit drains your clock. Slay enemies and harvest energy before time runs out! "Strike first, strike fast!" Shatter shields and unleash massive counter lasers with a Perfect Parry! "Den-ei Taisen" evolves every play. Pick 1 of 3 skills. High-speed roguelite!
Why similar: Shooter 43.2%, Bullet Hell 40.6%, 2D 11.9%, Indie 2.3%, Singleplayer 2%
- #43 Finding Chuchu
71% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
Dev: ODDCADIA
Windows · Mac
Ari’s side-scrolling shooting adventure to find the cat ChuChu! Use over 20 spells with simple controls for strategic gameplay. Create and share maps with the Map Maker, or conquer maps made by other players!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.4%, Shooter 36.3%, 2D 9.3%, Fantasy 7.1%, Indie 2%
- #44 Zaxtron EXPLUS
70% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2025
Dev: RUOKPub: MBC Entertainment
Windows
ZAXTRON EXPLUS is a fast-paced 1980s-style SHMUP/STG with bright graphics, challenging bosses and loads of secrets to find!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.7%, Shooter 38.5%, 2D 10.7%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #45 SpaceExile
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 26 reviews2018
Dev: GoodJob
Windows
This is a Twin Stick Shooter style game that requires the utmost survival against the relentless enemy. You can earn points by playing the game and use the points you earn to purchase six main weapons, six special weapons, and six types of upgrades. Leverage a wide range of unique weapons and upgrades to score even higher!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.8%, Shooter 38.2%, Indie 7.9%
- #46 |][-@I7 in vitro #デッド・インヴィトロ
70% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: きゅぷら研究室
Windows
"|][-@I7 in vitro #Dead in vitro" is a vertical scrolling bullet hell shooter developed by Cupro Laboratory. Control "Ferrum" a boy who was newly born as a zombie in a certain laboratory, and confront powerful enemies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.4%, Shooter 34.3%, 2D 9.8%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #47 Omega Survivors
70% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: AstroMonkey
Windows
Omega Survivor is a sci-fi bullet hell, part of the new "Survivor" genre with loot, crafting and lots of alien blasting to be done. The perfect game for those that just want to relax and turn off their brain.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 51.3%, Shooter 39.5%, Indie 3.8%, 2D 3.3%, Singleplayer 2%
- #48 Malicd tower
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: dpnxuqb
Windows
Immersed in this unknown continent, you will explore with a mysterious girl in battle, resist and break through the encirclement of hostile creatures, in order to survive and ultimately win. Upgrade! Combining skills, facing the surprise attacks of various monsters and intelligent weapon armies
Why similar: Bullet Hell 58.8%, Shooter 25.2%, Fantasy 10.5%, Singleplayer 3.3%, Indie 2.2%
- #49 Ad SHOOt(アドシュー)
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: BOCSTE, Ltd.
Windows
A 2D vertical scrolling bullet-hell shooter game where you shoot down fictional advertisements. Features 7 stages and full Japanese voice acting.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 55.1%, Shooter 32.5%, 2D 5.8%, Indie 5%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #50 Empyreus
68% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Ludi Antiqui
Windows
A short, free danmaku bullet hell following two gun-wielding angels as war unfolds in Heaven. Dodge dense Touhou-style patterns, face demanding boss fights, and uncover skill-based secrets in this tight retro experience. Survive the bullet hell and restore the bullet heaven!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 52%, Shooter 30.2%, 2D 7.3%, Fantasy 6%, Indie 2.6%
- #51 Astar Solis
69% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Rooklift Labs
Windows
A minimalistic 2D shoot-em-up, based on dodging bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 57.3%, Shooter 30.3%, 2D 7.2%, Singleplayer 3.1%, Indie 2.2%
- #52 AlchePot
68% match9 user reviews90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Cardryn
Windows
A fantastic but difficult Bullet Hell. Shoot enemies all around. Experience the unique 'Bullet Absorb' system by stop firing, change threaten to your energy. Get ability upgrade through 8 levels with well-designed atmosphere.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49.6%, Shooter 38.3%, 2D 10.2%, Singleplayer 1.8%
- #53 Death Dungeon
69% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Light Studio
Windows
"Death dungeon" is a strategic barrage shooting game. You need to reasonably select and use dual weapons and dual skills to fight the randomly generated enemies in the dungeon and kill all the enemies in the room with the least loss of life.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 55.8%, Shooter 27.7%, 2D 6.8%, Fantasy 5.9%, Indie 2%
- #54 東方蒼月闘
71% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: 蒼月闘開発部
Windows · Mac
"毎回毎回よけてばかり、たまにはばらまきたくないか?" 「ばらまく」側と「よける」側に分かれて戦う対戦型弾幕ゲーム。「東方Project」のキャラを操作し、自分だけの弾幕を作り出しましょう。
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.5%, Shooter 23.9%, 2D 11.3%, Fantasy 8.6%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #55 Blossom
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Blossom Dev
Windows
Flying in a fantasy world, shooting and avoiding the magnificent magic casted by fairies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 47.5%, Shooter 39.7%, Fantasy 8.9%, Indie 2.4%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #56 Grave Space
67% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Mojo Trio Games
Windows
Pilot through 10 progressive levels in this SNES/SEGA style 90's retro side scroller/bullet hell.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 59.4%, Shooter 36.8%, Indie 2.2%, Singleplayer 1.5%
- #57 Geometric Hell
66% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: William Sigurdsson
Windows
Geometric Hell is an arcade bullet-hell shooter with minimalistic graphics. Survive waves of aggressive geometric shapes and upgrade to keep up with the progressive increase in difficulty. Many deaths are expected before you get a chance to fight the final boss.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.6%, Shooter 32.8%, 2D 11.3%, Singleplayer 2.3%
- #58 Void Gore
66% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Void Gore casts you as an ace pilot descending through the levels of hell and getting rich in the process.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 54.3%, Shooter 28.7%, Dark 13.5%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.4%
- #59 Atomanta
64% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2025
Dev: Remorasoft
Windows
Atomanta is a sci-fi retro-styled vertical shoot 'em-up inspired by various Mega Drive and arcade titles from the '90s, by combining the old-school visuals of pixel art with a more modern approach of a faster bullet hell experience, smaller hitbox, and a bunch of weapons to fight off enemy forces.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 55.6%, Shooter 32.5%, 2D 8.6%, Indie 2%, Singleplayer 1.2%