60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Action, Bullet Hell, Shoot 'Em Up, Arcade.
Nationwide shooting fans, the wait is over! Following Sengoku Ace and Gunbird, the third installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooter series!
DELTAZEAL
Triangle Service presents the essential arcade experience! Power up your ship, evade enemy fire, and blast your way to the final boss in DeltaZeal!
Sky Force Anniversary
Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.
Triangle Service presents the essential arcade experience! Power up your ship, evade enemy fire, and blast your way to the final boss in DeltaZeal!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Bullet Hell 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Arcade 8.1%, Local Co-Op 6.8%
Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30%, Bullet Hell 17%, Top-Down Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 9.3%, Action 6.7%
Survive relentless waves in a fast-paced top-down bullet hell shooter. Chain combos, dodge chaos, and master skill-based combat where every second matters.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Action Roguelike 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Action 8.3%
The Saikyo-style system, trusted by players from casual gamers to hardcore enthusiasts, now features a new three-stage charge shot enhancement system, significantly boosting strategic depth. If you haven't played it yet, we urge you to give it a try.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 12.8%, Action 11.4%
A sequel that isn’t afraid to be different. EXZEAL is the followup to TRIZEAL Remix, but it’s much more than a simple rehash. Choose between multiple ships and specialize in each one’s weapon system. Will you focus on shooting, shot charging, or close-range attacks? In EXZEAL, it’s your choice.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.9%, Arcade 9.3%, 1990's 7.4%
The second installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooters, following the 1993 Best Shooting Game award winner “Sengoku Ace”.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 12.9%, Action 10.6%
Battle through waves of enemies, taking their power for your own in this retro-styled arcade shoot'em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Action Roguelike 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 10.8%, Action 5.2%
An incremental shoot 'em up with an oldschool aesthetic and an intense gameplay loop. Fight through 9 levels of a grueling training simulation, growing stronger with every loop, and realize ignorance truly is bliss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Action Roguelike 18.3%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, 2.5D 11.7%, Arcade 10.2%
The third installment in the Eden series A 2D bullet-hell vertical-scrolling shump with a feel reminiscent of arcade games from the 1990s to the 2000s.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 13.8%, Action 11.9%
Touhou-like 2D shooting!!! Chubby protagonist!! Orthodox and easy to understand operation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Bullet Hell 18%, Action 8.1%, 1990's 6.6%
Punch through the cosmos! An arcade-inspired shoot-em-up where you play as an immortal lobster speeding through space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14.7%, Arcade 13.6%, Action 10.7%
Ever played a difficult shmup wishing for just one more bomb? Blast to your heart’s content in Blast Rush LS, a fresh explosive experience with infinite bombs, other powerful abilities, and extra challenges that demand more than just big booms. Escaping an exploding mothership isn't easy, after all!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Score Attack 9%, Arcade 7.8%
Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Arcade 8%, Score Attack 7.9%
Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Bullet Hell 21%, Top-Down Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 10.6%, Score Attack 10.5%
Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Arcade 8.6%, Action 6.9%
A dark bullet hell shooter in the world of BAROQUE Customize your build with items Grow stronger with every death A roguelike STG for fast, repeatable runs
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Action Roguelike 14.7%, Arcade 9%
Shin Sophstar is an electrifying remix built for speed and scoring. With 25+ ship variants, mid-run ship switching, and an aggressive, deeply layered scoring system, it delivers a faster, sharper arcade experience for all skill levels.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 17%, Arcade 12.5%, Action 6.9%
A minimalist top-down action game where every shot bounces, changes color, and can turn against you. Managing ricochets is your only chance to survive.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Arcade 12.8%, Action 8.5%, Score Attack 7.4%
A fast-paced vertical shmup where a living brain controls a combat ship to battle grotesque alien creatures across biomechanical worlds filled with massive bosses and intense arcade action.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, 2.5D 11.6%, Arcade 10%
BotNet is a 2D bullet hell roguelike where you play as malware trying to infect the world. Collect powerful items along the way, discover synergies, and make your virus unstoppable.
Why similar: Action Roguelike 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Arcade 8.1%
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Arcade 10.6%, Local Co-Op 8.5%
An arcade style bullet-hell shoot 'em up where you'll have to dodge thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.1%, Bullet Hell 20%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Arcade 15%, Action 9.1%
Overwhelming bullet patterns. An exhilarating Break System. Timeless gameplay. The definitive bullet hell shooter that continues to captivate shoot-'em-up fans around the world.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 10.3%, Action 6.3%
KAIKAN is a vertical scrolling shooter that focuses on destroying enemies. Destroy enemies with 6 types of aircraft with different performance, clear 5 stages, and aim for a higher score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Destruction 15.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Bullet Hell 9.8%, Arcade 8.3%
Variator is a new 2.5D shoot 'em up that's all about blowing up enemies and grazing bullets! Playable both as a fun blaster and as an advanced high-scoring game, the game features approachable difficulty and scoring mechanics that are easy to understand yet reveal more depth the more you play.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, 2.5D 15.9%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 11.5%
A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, 2.5D 12%, Arcade 10.6%, Score Attack 8.6%
Introducing FixEight, Toaplan's thrilling vertical run-and-gun game featuring eight peerless warriors with cutting-edge weapons. Embark on an exhilarating cosmic escapade with up to three players at once. Now on PC with modern extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.5%, Arcade 16%, Action 8.3%, Score Attack 7.9%, 1990's 7.6%
Blast’N Bounty is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up featuring 8 stages players can tackle in the order of their choosing. Cruise through a crazy solar system in a mix of pixel art and low poly 3D with action that’s easy to learn but tough to master!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, 2.5D 12.4%, Arcade 9.1%
Retro style, propeller plane centred shoot 'em up inspired by the arcade classics of a fondly remembered bygone era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Arcade 12%, Bullet Hell 9.9%, Action 8%
Marimoth is a short shoot 'em up that puts in control of a moth whose shots bounce off the walls. Calculate your aim, evade enemy attacks by learning their patterns and collect coins to power up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Arcade 14.3%, Action 8.3%, Score Attack 8.1%
It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Arcade 13.2%, Action 8.4%
An alien menace has descended on Earth! Defend the world from UFO invasion in this superb arcade shooter from Qute. Use your weapons effectively, deflect enemy bullets with your shield, and recapture the Moon from alien infestation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.6%, Arcade 9.6%, 1990's 7.7%
Get ready for classic shoot-'em-up action in Toaplan's Fire Shark, now on PC with modern updates. An evil and overwhelmingly powerful military force is about to take over not only a small country, but the whole world... Defeat the enemy and accept your place of honor!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Arcade 16.6%, Action 14.5%, Score Attack 8.6%, Retro 7.7%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 12%, Action 11.9%
A science fiction-themed vertically scrolling shoot 'em up game known for its stunning detailed pixel art, gigantic bosses, and a menacing difficulty. From the legendary studio Toaplan, this is quite possibly the most rock and roll shooting game of all time.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 17%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Arcade 11%, 1990's 8.4%
Retro style 2D vertical scrolling simple shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Arcade 11.4%, 1990's 9.2%, Score Attack 8.3%
Arcade-style bullet hell action! 3 ships, 5 special weapons, and screen-clearing bombs. Conquer 5 intense stages with dynamic difficulty—then compete for high scores on online leaderboards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.3%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Arcade 15%, Action 8.1%, Top-Down Shooter 7.7%
Not a regular shmup player? No worries! This is a super chill, low-difficulty, fully voiced bullet hell shooter just for you! Wipe out the AI machine armada attacking from all directions!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, 1990's 10.5%, Arcade 7.5%
Break Through! The 360-Degree Encirclement! All-Directional Scrolling STG Arrives Four Years Since the Previous Title—Evolved Zero Gunner Stay Tuned!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Bullet Hell 16%, Arcade 14.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Action 12.1%
Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, Arcade 15.7%, Action 12.7%
Experience the epic conclusion of Toaplan's legendary shooter series with Batsugun including the lauded Special version! Choose your favorite character and spaceship in this thrilling genre-defining bullet-hell action. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Arcade 11.6%, 1990's 7.5%, Score Attack 6.4%
Rock 'N Roll G.E.O.S. Wars is a completely new dimension of the original Rock 'N Roll game. In this game, players can work together to vanquish the space rocks that threaten Earth... or they can choose to face each other in a wide variety of duel modes!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Arcade 12.6%, Action 8.2%
Vektor Z brings fast and furious retro space blasting action to Steam! Blast your way through endless waves of asteroids and enemies to write your name among the stars! Vektor Z offers a rogue-like arcade action game where you'll improve your progress every time you play!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Arcade 15.8%, Action 14%, 1990's 9.8%
Fate and Judgement is a vertical shoot'em up with roguelike elements and procedural stage generation. Fight Through hordes of an empire you once served and relieve your last mission until victory is yours!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Action Roguelike 11.2%, Arcade 9.6%
Fire up your blaster cannons and take on waves of enemies in this retro shoot'em up with procedural levels. Come back stronger with each attempt and beat the high score!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Action Roguelike 14.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 11.7%
Plasma Sky is a neon arcade shmup with over 100 handcrafted levels. Ease in and power up early, you'll need a strong ship as the intensity ramps up. Flow through alien formations, arm your wingmen, and race the world in a fresh challenge every week - the same seeded run for every pilot on Earth.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Arcade 13.4%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, Score Attack 11.6%
Killon is a retro shooter that features exhilarating combat, manic enemies and a charged cannon waiting to be unleashed. Fly a starship across the universe and restore the future today.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.7%, Arcade 11%, 1990's 7.4%
Trigger-happy aliens are closing in! Only you can burn the invaders to a crisp with the ultimate starship: HELLFIRE! Discover Toaplan's first side-scrolling shooter, known for its stunning graphics and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with quality-of-life extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.6%, Arcade 16.6%, Action 14.1%, Local Co-Op 8.6%, Retro 7.9%
This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Arcade 16.2%, Action 14.8%, Top-Down Shooter 14%
The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Arcade 9.2%, Score Attack 7.1%
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 32.1%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Arcade 11.3%, Action 9.3%
Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Arcade 9.8%, Score Attack 7%
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 28.8%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, 2.5D 12.6%, Arcade 10.5%
Warding Witches offers a classic, unapologetic bullet hell shoot ‘em up challenge while also putting defense into players’ hands. Experience an adrenaline-filled flow alternating between attacking, defending and dodging, amplified by an intuitive scoring system that weaves into gameplay seamlessly.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Bullet Hell 25.1%, Arcade 15%, Action 8.1%, Local Co-Op 6.8%
Uncover the magic of Indian mythology, unique power-ups, and an enchanting soundtrack in this electrifying space showdown. Toaplan's vertical co-op shooter Vimana debuts on PC, offering accessible, action-packed gameplay and modern enhancements!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Arcade 15.3%, Action 11.9%, Score Attack 7.6%, Local Co-Op 6.8%
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 22.5%, Action Roguelike 19.7%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Arcade 7.9%
Endline is a 2.5D psychedelic bullet hell experience, combining rhythm and bright colours.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 21%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, 2.5D 12.5%, Arcade 10.2%
Raider Pheasant is a single-player arcade shoot ’em up viewed from a dramatic high-angle perspective. Blast through enemy formations, power up your fighter, defeat massive bosses, and chase high scores with keyboard or controller.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, 2.5D 15.6%, Arcade 11.9%, Action 8.6%
