- #1 Silver Squad: Age of the Vortex
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gergely Dinya
Windows
Humanity is on the brink of extinction; take the place of Captain Edward Stalway and save the World from the forces of the Vortex. Raid enemy bases, steal alien technologies, collect artifacts and shoot robots into tiny piles of scrap.
Why similar: Shooter 30.9%, Side Scroller 17%, Pixel Graphics 15.8%, Action 14.8%, Sci-fi 13.1%
- #2 ALSTROEMERIA
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: 個人Pub: 無し
Windows
It's a side-view scroll shooter. It's a game in which you control your own aircraft and shoot down enemy aircraft. There are 21 different types of weapons to attack, and if you accumulate 3 gauges on the UI, each selected weapon will be available for a certain amount of time.
Why similar: Shooter 25.5%, Side Scroller 24.1%, Space 15.5%, Action 13.2%, Sci-fi 11.6%
- #3 Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Cat Hui Trading LLCPub: AMATA Games
Windows
A spectacular, satisfying, and super-watchable defense battle! The ultimate 8-bit shoot 'em ups born in the 21st century, ""Changeable Guardian ESTIQUE"", is now on Steam!
Why similar: Shooter 26.1%, Side Scroller 20.1%, Action 16.6%, Pixel Graphics 13.8%, Sci-fi 8.6%
- #4 Super Meteor
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HZ3 Software
Windows
Can "Super Meteor" save the universe from the space debris created by the development of space by the people of Earth?
Why similar: Space 26.1%, Pixel Graphics 20.5%, Action 15.8%, Shooter 14.2%, Sci-fi 11.2%
- #5 Dark Asteroids
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Dark Beast Game
Windows
Action PC game with a spaceship. The player's task is to defend the planet Earth from the threat coming from the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. Will humanity be able to uncover the enemy base and destroy it?
Why similar: Shooter 28.4%, Action 18.7%, Space 18.6%, Sci-fi 13%, Side Scroller 10.6%
- #6 Moon Defense
94% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: beans rolls
Windows
Moon Defense - protection of a lunar settlement from falling meteorites.
Why similar: Shooter 27.1%, Space 26.1%, Action 17%, Futuristic 11.6%, Side Scroller 11.2%
- #7 XXXX
93% matchNo user reviews
Dev: mo_do_ki
Windows
This game is a 2D shooting action title focused solely on boss battles. You cannot attack on your own! Enemies fire both “red” and “blue” bullets. You must instantly identify the “blue” bullets, catch them, and fire them back. Can you defeat the monsters?
Why similar: Shooter 26.7%, Side Scroller 23.8%, Pixel Graphics 22.7%, Action 18.4%, 2D 5.6%
- #8 Onslaught on the Solar Frontier
92% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: David Ozsvath
Windows
Take on the enemy onslaught in this top-down cover shooter roguelite.
Why similar: Shooter 26.3%, Action 18.4%, Space 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 14.3%, Futuristic 9.6%
- #9 S.F.77
91% matchMixed66% of 35 reviews2018
Dev: mkaatr
Windows
Use your space fighter (S.F.77) to destroy enemy spaceships and collect energy from them. Use that to upgrade you speed, weapons, or improve shields which will allow you to survive even harder attack waves.
Why similar: Space 40.8%, Shooter 38.6%, 2D 11.8%, Singleplayer 4.4%, Indie 4.4%
- #10 Metal Savior Black
91% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Gray Mantis
Windows
A fast paced sci-fi shooter with tons of enemies, weapons and secrets to unlock. Will you survive the onslaught?
Why similar: Action 27.4%, Space 26.8%, Shooter 25.3%, Sci-fi 12.4%, Indie 5.3%
- #11 Fruitgeddon
89% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: One Room Studio
Windows
Blast through hordes of adorable yet deadly mutant fruits in this intense space shooter with bullet hell action. Shoot, dodge, and survive unique boss battles that push your skills to the limit. Only the strongest will uncover the truth behind the chaos. Are you ready to save the universe?
Why similar: Shooter 31.9%, Action 21.6%, Space 20.7%, Pixel Graphics 15.7%, 2D 8.2%
- #12 Shadow and darkness
90% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Soomka Games
Windows
You are a explorer of new planets. As it turned out, other planets are inhabited by shadows that are very hostile. Your task is to survive several waves to win.
Why similar: Shooter 27.8%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Action 18.4%, Space 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%
- #13 Enyla X
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Revox Games
Windows
Elyna X is shoot'em up (Shmup) for 2 players in cooperative mode.The year is 3864, mysterious ships appear and iniciate a terrible attack against planet Earth, It is up to Enyla, a courageous space pilot, to lead the space fleets in defense of her beloved planet.
Why similar: Side Scroller 18.3%, Shooter 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 14.8%, Futuristic 10.8%, Space 10.7%
- #14 Gemaboy Zero X
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: NAPE GAMES
Windows
Gemaboy Zero X is an action, exploration, and platform Cyberpunk Ploidmania videogame. It is the latest installment in the PLOIDS saga in which Omega will have to travel through time to preserve it and rescue his beloved Alpha!
Why similar: Shooter 22.8%, Side Scroller 18.2%, Space 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Action 10.9%
- #15 Habroxia 2
87% matchVery Positive92% of 61 reviews2021
Dev: Lillymo Games
Windows
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shooter 26.3%, Action 18.7%, Side Scroller 18.4%, Space 15.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.2%
- #16 Escape 2 Space
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ShidyGames
Windows
Embark on a thrilling journey as a space mercenary! Customize your ships with powerful weapons and modules, choose contracts and destinations, and battle enemy fleets and epic bosses. Your decisions shape the universe around you, so forge your path in this action-packed space shooter!
Why similar: Shooter 23.1%, Space 16.7%, Side Scroller 16.6%, Action 11.1%, Pixel Graphics 10.9%
- #17 ScrapDown
86% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Adisoft
Windows · Mac
Scrap Down is action shooter arena in the style of a 2D shooter set in a space theme. It offers casual and fast-paced shooting mechanics that are easy to understand. It enhances the fun by allowing players to prank each other with in-game items.
Why similar: Shooter 35%, Space 31%, Action 24.2%, 2D 9.8%
- #18 Touhou Fantalica
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: おーるすぷりんぐ
Windows
Touhou Fantalica is a 2D shooting game based on the Touhou Project. Reimu is pulled into a magical book and must find her way out of a mysterious world.
Why similar: Shooter 38%, Action 26.3%, Pixel Graphics 20.3%, 2D 10.6%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #19 暴れん坊天狗 & ZOMBIE NATION
84% matchMostly Positive76% of 21 reviews2021
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
An EXCITENGU side-scrolling shooter game to bring peace through destruction, with 2 titles x 2 modes, and useful features like Rewind and Quick Save!
Why similar: Shooter 32.7%, Side Scroller 26%, Pixel Graphics 19.7%, Action 19%, Singleplayer 2.7%
- #20 Pilots Of Darsalon
83% matchMostly Positive77% of 44 reviews2020
Dev: Dr. Kucho! Games
Windows · Mac
Your job is to locate and transport the containers to your base avoiding enemies on your way. Your ship is equipped with a hook to carry the containers. This is a physics based arcade game, inspired on the very early classics and with a strong Commodore 64 feel on it.
Why similar: Action 35.3%, Space 12.3%, Pixel Graphics 10.8%, Shooter 10.6%, Side Scroller 9.6%
- #21 StingerEP1
81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Neutral Software Inc.
Windows
"StingerEP1" is an omnidirectional shooting game whose aim is to complete missions using the Stinger, the latest fighter in outer space.
Why similar: Shooter 33.6%, Action 22.5%, Space 18.6%, Sci-fi 12.8%, PvE 10.3%
- #22 Shooting Type
84% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Matsuta App.
Windows
Shooting Type is a single-player side-scrolling dungeon game with five stages. You can clear the stage by defeating various enemies that appear on the stage and defeating the stage boss that appears at the end. Learning the enemy's behavior patterns and player skills will help you clear the stage.
Why similar: Shooter 38.9%, Action 22.4%, PvE 21.8%, 2D 10.9%, Singleplayer 3.5%
- #23 Toi 2 Attack
82% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: time 1
Windows
Emperor Zaroc's forces invaded the planet Toi destroy the boss and regain control of the planet
Why similar: Shooter 39.8%, Space 32.1%, Action 13.2%, 2D 11.2%, Singleplayer 2.5%
- #24 SUN SHOT
81% matchMostly Positive77% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: NIK Studios
Windows
SUN SHOT - 2547 People have long since left the earth. In the course of constant military operations and endless skirmishes between states, conditions on earth have slipped into unsustainable conditions.
Why similar: Shooter 32.8%, Side Scroller 24.9%, Action 22.5%, Pixel Graphics 17.7%, Singleplayer 2.1%
- #25 Space Major Miner
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Ardiam Games Ltd
Windows · Linux
Space is dark and full of terror... and raw resources! Mine asteroids, upgrade your equipment and blast cosmic aliens.
Why similar: Shooter 26.2%, Side Scroller 18.5%, Action 18%, Space 11.9%, Pixel Graphics 11.2%
- #26 War in Space
82% matchNo user reviews2018
Dev: Aternix
Windows
War in Space is a retro style arcade shooter where you battle waves of unrelenting enemy ships with a whopping 81 levels and over 50 technologies available in the tech tree to keep you challenged right until the final wave.
Why similar: Shooter 27.8%, Action 18.9%, Space 17.8%, Pixel Graphics 13.2%, Sci-fi 8.9%
- #27 CrapShoot
79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: nazenaninadesico
Windows
Kick the crap out of them! Side-scrolling bullet-hell shooter.
Why similar: Shooter 35.8%, Side Scroller 28%, Action 24.2%, 2D 9.5%, Singleplayer 2.4%
- #28 Hero and A Wicked Man
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Indie Dev Dylan
Windows
Hero and A Wicked Man is a game about Hero, who goes on an adventure to stop the evil Dr. Wicked. The core mechanics are shooting and platforming. Adventuring through each level and collecting more ammo gives the player an incentive to explore.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.8%, Shooter 27.7%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Action 11.8%, Sci-fi 6.3%
- #29 Chefcito Asesino
77% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2024
Dev: Loquendero Dev
Windows
In this game, we embody an extremely angry rat that must defend itself from sewer monsters to survive. We have plenty of weapons available to achieve this.
Why similar: Shooter 36.1%, Side Scroller 27.4%, Action 25%, 2D 9.2%, Singleplayer 2.2%
- #30 Gates of Zendocon
78% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Epyx, Inc.Pub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic side-scrolling shoot-em-up, originally published in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a starship pilot trapped in a web of 51 interconnected hostile universes by the evil spider Zendocon.
Why similar: Shooter 22.8%, Side Scroller 22%, Space 14.4%, Action 11%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%
- #31 SFERA
77% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: SergioPoverony
Windows
SFERA - Action platformer. A mix of 3D and retro 2D graphics. You are an assassin for the SFERA corporation. You are tasked with destroying a gang of robots.
Why similar: Shooter 25.7%, Side Scroller 17.9%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Action 12.2%, Space 11.7%
- #32 Fantastic Petty
76% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: 羽良麻セルフPub: README Ltd.
Windows
An adorable, fantastic, poppy, and slightly bizarre 2D side-scrolling shooter game! Conquer all 5 stages in order to bring back spring to the island of Esideci!
Why similar: Shooter 31.8%, Side Scroller 24.4%, Action 20.7%, Pixel Graphics 11.3%, 2D 8.3%
- #33 Mission Ammunition
78% matchMostly Positive77% of 102 reviews2017
Dev: Quantized Bit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 30 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 35%
The most secure prison facility in the country is under attack ... The city mayor called personally and asked you to take care of this problem.
Why similar: Action 24.9%, Side Scroller 21.1%, Shooter 20.4%, Pixel Graphics 19.6%, 2D 7.8%
- #34 Space & Pixels
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Basil Masil
Windows
Space & Pixels is a top-down space shooter with classic gameplay. Battle through each level, blast lots of enemies, upgrade your ship's firepower, and uncover the truth behind your dangerous mission.
Why similar: Shooter 30.5%, Action 22.1%, Space 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 12.1%, 2D 7.8%
- #35 Boo Boo Booster
75% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2025
Dev: Coyote Runner
Windows
Fly with a fart! Defeat the enemy with a fart! Save Japan!? Attack and jump are integrated, and you can play with just two buttons! 2D action shooting with easy controls!
Why similar: Shooter 37.9%, Side Scroller 29.7%, Action 16.9%, 2D 10.4%, Indie 3.3%
- #36 Blaster Bunny Chronicles
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Powergames1142
Windows
In this adventure, Your siblings are being controlled and calling themselves "The revengers of Millonaire Bunny" approaching with the mission of steal the Blaster Power from Gunner Bunny and the new protagonist Imitator Bunny.
Why similar: Shooter 28.8%, Side Scroller 20.6%, Action 18.5%, Space 13.5%, Pixel Graphics 10.6%
- #37 Kanamono
75% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2021
Dev: Karai
Windows
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".
Why similar: Side Scroller 30.1%, Shooter 27.6%, Action 15.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, 2D 8.2%
- #38 Firepod-火力吊舱
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: FLEET
Windows
Build the enemy lineup. Exploit monster death effects to create chain reactions that make the horde destroy itself. Customize your weapons as the keys that ignite them. Use limited resources wisely and survive endless enemies.
Why similar: Space 27.9%, Shooter 24.3%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.4%, Futuristic 8.4%
- #39 Mixx Island: Remix
74% matchPositive92% of 26 reviews2021
Dev: MACKINN7
Windows
Mixx Island: Remix is a one small hold & Gun, boss Rush mini-game of Casual difficulty.
Why similar: Shooter 32.5%, Side Scroller 24.8%, Action 22.4%, PvE 8.4%, 2D 8.2%
- #40 Homebound Haerold
73% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Smiles
Windows
On one really bad day of his own vicious cycle. On his way home, Little Haerold's car breaks down in the bad part of town. And then he breaks down, in the violent way. Now Haerold is Homebound and Postal.
Why similar: Shooter 33.2%, Side Scroller 29.7%, Action 24.7%, 2D 9.3%, Singleplayer 3.2%
- #41 AstroWars
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Jonathan Silverman
Windows
AstroWars is a top down 2d shooter with monsters and a blue gun. Earn score by killing monsters and try to beat your top score.
Why similar: Shooter 30.1%, Action 19.3%, Space 15.6%, Pixel Graphics 12.8%, 2D 8%
- #42 Raioh
71% matchPositive100% of 18 reviews2023
Dev: Ontake Workshop
Windows
Raioh is a retro style shot and bomb style vertical scroll shmup.
Why similar: Shooter 34.5%, Action 21.5%, Pixel Graphics 14.7%, Sci-fi 9.4%, PvE 8.3%
- #43 Mini Island: Spring
72% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: MACKINN7
Windows
Mini Island: Spring is a one small hold & Gun, boss Rush mini-game of Casual difficulty!
Why similar: Shooter 32.3%, Side Scroller 24.6%, Action 22.5%, 2D 8.6%, PvE 8.1%
- #44 Mini Island: Summer
72% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: MACKINN7
Windows
Mini Island: Summer is a one small hold & Gun, boss Rush mini-game of Casual difficulty!
Why similar: Shooter 32.4%, Side Scroller 24.7%, Action 22.6%, 2D 8.4%, PvE 8.2%
- #45 Sigma Star Saga DX
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: WayForward
Windows
Half shoot-'em-up, half RPG! Blast through an intergalactic genre mashup!
Why similar: Shooter 27.7%, Side Scroller 19.6%, Action 19%, Pixel Graphics 10.1%, Space 9.8%
- #46 Rain Island: Orange
71% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: MACKINN7
Windows
Rain Island: Orange is a one small hold & Gun, boss Rush mini-game of Casual difficulty!
Why similar: Shooter 32.4%, Side Scroller 24.7%, Action 22.6%, 2D 8.4%, PvE 8.2%
- #47 Quantum: Recharged
69% matchMixed64% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: SneakyBoxPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Dodge and encircle your enemies in this neon-drenched revival of the one-of-a-kind arcade classic!
Why similar: Shooter 35.8%, Space 19.6%, Action 15.9%, Sci-fi 9.8%, Futuristic 9%
- #48 Escape Space
68% 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: Space 24.5%, Shooter 21.4%, Side Scroller 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 9.5%, Sci-fi 8.1%
- #49 Star Aegis
70% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: Felipe Silva
Windows · Linux
A shmup without shooting. Reflect the bullets with one of your two shields. Bite-sized arcade action. Cover humankind's retreat and make it count.
Why similar: Space 19.2%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Shooter 14.8%, Pixel Graphics 12.5%, Futuristic 9.4%
- #50 Star Clash
71% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2018
Dev: ZGame Studio
Windows
Star Clash is a small space shooting game. You will control a planet with one or two satellites. Shoot the enemies in the unlimited universe. Collect items to upgrade your planet and satellites. Get higher score.
Why similar: Space 34.6%, Shooter 32.8%, Action 25.4%, Indie 7.2%
- #51 Mixx Island
70% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: MACKINN7
Windows
Mixx Island is a one small hold & Gun, boss Rush mini-game of Casual difficulty.
Why similar: Shooter 32%, Side Scroller 24.9%, Action 22.9%, PvE 8.3%, 2D 8.2%
- #52 Cosmic Destroyer
69% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Coffee Maker Games
Windows · Linux
Facing annihilation, a plucky crew of space salvagers fight dirty using the best tool in their belt - the salvage claw. Grab and toss enemies, deflect attacks, and reshape the battlefield with explosive chain reactions.
Why similar: Shooter 22.9%, Side Scroller 22.7%, PvE 11.5%, Space 11.4%, Action 8.3%
- #53 SOL CRESTA
68% matchMostly Positive79% of 114 reviews2022
Dev: PlatinumGames Inc.
Windows
SOL CRESTA, rise like the phoenix and take back the sun! Neo-Classic shooting strikes back! Dock, split, and form up! Pilot 3 fighters and take back the sun from the clutches of evil in this free-form shooting game with the spirit of 80s shooting classics Moon Cresta and Terra Cresta.
Why similar: Shooter 29.2%, Action 17%, Space 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 14.1%, Sci-fi 8.4%
- #54 Cosmic Rays
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Toxagen
Windows
Jump and shoot in this 2D platformer to destroy the hivemind controlling the aliens that are attacking Earth. Hopefully nothing goes wrong on this mission...
Why similar: Shooter 25.3%, Side Scroller 22.7%, Space 18.9%, Action 11.5%, PvE 7.3%
- #55 Shootout on Cash Island
67% matchVery Positive84% of 370 reviews2018
Dev: Quantized Bit
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Bobby from Team HOT GUNS has a job to locate and secure the legendary Money Tree.
Why similar: Action 23.9%, Pixel Graphics 22.8%, Shooter 18.6%, Side Scroller 17.9%, 2D 9.9%
- #56 ASTRO: The Beginning
68% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: BigGame StudioPub: BigGame Publishing
Windows
ASTRO: The Beginning is a dynamic side scrolling shoot 'em up about a close-knit space team caught in a clusterf*ck of epic proportions.Unravel the evil plans of your foes and secrets of world order while taking down various types of enemies and engaging in crazy boss battles.
Why similar: Space 18.5%, Action 16.7%, Shooter 16.2%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Pixel Graphics 12%
- #57 Voidronaut
67% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Aztyrael Studios
Windows
Voidronaut is a fast-paced 2D arcade shooter set in the endless darkness of deep space. As the last surviving pilot, you must outmaneuver relentless enemy waves, collect new weapons, and sharpen your aim, speed, and reflexes to survive.
Why similar: Shooter 29.5%, Action 20.4%, Space 14.4%, Pixel Graphics 13.3%, 2D 7.7%
- #58 Reblica
66% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: BalsaminaxxxPub: Balsamic Games
Windows
Reblica is a cyberpunk-style action platformer shooting game. In Ark, a city full of chaos and crime, become the mercenary Bianna, defeat various enemies and complete quests.
Why similar: Shooter 28.3%, Side Scroller 20%, Action 19.1%, Pixel Graphics 12.9%, Futuristic 9.8%
- #59 The Rush
66% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: Hornbuckle Who
Windows
The Rush is a horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up with graphics inspired by classic space shooters of the MSX. Buckle up and see if you have what it takes to master the highly adaptive Chameleon Quartz space fighter and single-handedly obliterate the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shooter 24.4%, Side Scroller 22%, Space 14%, Pixel Graphics 11%, Action 8.7%
- #60 Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade
66% matchPositive95% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: xen-42
Windows · Linux
Shoot lasers in space because a fish told you to. Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade is a twin-stick side-scrolling space shoot-em-up which tells the story of a man side-scrolling in space and shooting-em-up with twin-sticks. This game has at least 2 characters in it.
Why similar: Shooter 27.8%, Action 21.1%, Side Scroller 17.3%, Pixel Graphics 11.5%, Futuristic 8.5%