- #1 Acceleration of SUGURI X-Edition HD
97% matchVery Positive82% of 237 reviews2014
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Rockin Android
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 17.9 hrs≥1hr: 94%
In Acceleration of SUGURI X-Edition HD (aka AoSXE HD), the "little war" continues at a breakneck pace. AoSXE HD is an enhanced version of the eagerly awaited sequel to SUGURI.
Why similar: Anime 37.1%, Bullet Hell 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Action 6.1%, Female Protagonist 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: As the predecessor to the original, it provides the essential foundation for the series' unique lock-on and shield gameplay.
- #2 Acceleration of SUGURI 2
96% matchMostly Positive78% of 1,244 reviews2018
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 60%
Acceleration of SUGURI 2 is a lightning-paced duel-style shoot'em'up from Orange Juice, featuring all favorite characters from the SUGURI universe.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Anime 21.4%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Shooter 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: This direct sequel refines the series' signature blend of arena-based combat and bullet-hell mechanics.
- #3 BLUE REVOLVER
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 858 reviews2016
Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Bullet Hell 30.4%, Anime 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 9.7%, Female Protagonist 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane bullet hell that matches the intense pace and striking anime aesthetic of the seed game.
- #4 Graze Counter GM
94% matchVery Positive97% of 183 reviews2023
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Anime 18.4%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Difficult 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on high-risk, high-reward gameplay that mirrors the shield-management and close-range intensity of SUGURI.
- #5 Rival Megagun
94% matchVery Positive93% of 74 reviews2018
Dev: RJ ArcadePub: KOMODO
Windows
Rival Megagun is a competitive split-screen shoot 'em up where you transform into a giant boss ship and battle your rival head-to-head in local or online PVP.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Anime 10.3%, Difficult 9.7%, Shooter 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: This competitive shoot-em-up perfectly mirrors the intense, head-to-head feeling of SUGURI's vs-mode.
- #6 Sora
93% matchVery Positive92% of 475 reviews2016
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 12.6 hrs≥1hr: 90%
From Orange Juice comes a shoot'em'up starring the lone enhanced human, Sora. The sequel of the high-speed shoot'em'up "Suguri", with improved game system and graphics.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Anime 18.6%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Difficult 8.9%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the same team, this game features the same high-speed, anime-inspired action and movement mechanics.
- #7 Astebreed: Definitive Edition
92% matchVery Positive88% of 1,617 reviews2014
Dev: EdelweissPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Climb into the cockpit of an otherworldly war machine and fly into battle against a horrifying alien race bent on eradicating humanity to preserve their own civilization.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Anime 19.7%, Shooter 7.5%, Great Soundtrack 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a cinematic, high-speed anime experience that captures the same frantic energy as SUGURI.
- #8 RefRain - prism memories -
91% matchVery Positive98% of 135 reviews2016
Dev: RebRankPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
RefRain - prism memories - is an empowering, cyberpunk, bullet-hell shoot-’em-up that focuses on fast-paced, offensive gameplay. “Dive” into a hazardous digital world, cycle through 3 different attack modes, and delete the opposition with superior firepower.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Bullet Hell 28.9%, Anime 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Action 11.2%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, visually stunning bullet hell with complex weapon systems that reward aggressive play.
- #9 Mushihimesama
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,525 reviews2015
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Anime 9.8%, Great Soundtrack 8.5%, Female Protagonist 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic bullet-hell experience that defines the genre's high difficulty and visual flair.
- #10 Murasaki
89% matchVery Positive91% of 133 reviews2016
Dev: KatatemaPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
"Murasaki" is a puzzle explosion game. Use explosions to clear the screen of pesky obstacles filling it up. The only controls you need are the directional buttons and two other buttons (Z and X)!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Anime 15.3%, Great Soundtrack 10.1%, Action 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: A unique puzzle-shmup hybrid that captures the frantic energy and strategic depth of SUGURI.
- #11 Ikaruga
88% matchVery Positive95% of 2,307 reviews2014
Dev: TREASURE
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Shoot! Dodge! and... Get Hit!? "Ikaruga" is a vertical shoot 'em up that features an unique polarity-switching gameplay. Switch the ship's polarity and "get hit and absorb" enemy bullets! Achieve High Score with the chain bonus!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 46.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Great Soundtrack 7.1%, Shooter 2.5%, Action 2.5%
Why You'll Like It: Features a color-switching mechanic that mirrors the strategic shield usage and pattern recognition required in SUGURI.
- #12 Deathsmiles
87% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 609 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Anime 12.9%, Female Protagonist 6.5%, Great Soundtrack 6%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling bullet hell with a gothic anime aesthetic and deep, rewarding scoring mechanics.
- #13 Bullet Heaven 2
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 520 reviews2015
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Bullet Heaven 2 is a bullet-hell shoot-em-up inspired by games like Touhou and Jamestown. It's all about shooting every cute thing that moves, while dodging hundreds of shiny bullets per second!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Great Soundtrack 11.3%, Anime 9%, Action 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Captures the frantic, screen-filling bullet patterns and anime-inspired character designs of the seed game.
- #14 Jigoku Kisetsukan: Sense of the Seasons
85% matchVery Positive93% of 1,762 reviews2015
Dev: Emad
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Jigoku Kisetsukan is a bullet hell shootergame with anime-style drawings and chip music.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.8%, Anime 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Great Soundtrack 7.4%, Difficult 4.8%
Why You'll Like It: A solid indie bullet hell that captures the classic arcade feel and high-difficulty curve.
- #15 Danmaku Unlimited 3
86% matchVery Positive87% of 240 reviews2017
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Great Soundtrack 11.1%, Action 7%, Indie 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: A polished, modern bullet hell that emphasizes rhythmic, high-difficulty patterns and fluid movement.
- #16 Touhou Shinreibyou ~ Ten Desires.
84% matchVery Positive95% of 415 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 246.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%
飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Great Soundtrack 13.7%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Anime 7.9%
Why You'll Like It: A staple of the genre that shares the bullet-hell intensity and charming anime character designs.
- #17 ZeroRanger
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,130 reviews2018
Dev: System Erasure
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Bullet Hell 32.1%, Great Soundtrack 17.1%, Action 4.8%, Female Protagonist 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: A modern masterpiece that evolves the genre with innovative mechanics and intense, memorable boss fights.
- #18 Caladrius Blaze
84% matchVery Positive85% of 418 reviews2017
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: H2 Interactive Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 86%
An epic tale that begins from shooting missiles! The newest work of the Caladrius series with lots of new features that exceeds the original story!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Anime 19.1%, Action 8.8%, Female Protagonist 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: Features a strong anime aesthetic and intricate boss-focused combat that feels very similar to the seed game.
- #19 Touhou Chireiden ~ Subterranean Animism.
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 758 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
弾幕は 地獄であるほど 美しい 深ければ深いほど地底は地獄の姿を取り戻す ヘリッシュでラブリーな弾幕シューティング地獄
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Great Soundtrack 14.6%, Female Protagonist 10.9%, Action 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: High-difficulty bullet hell with a focus on complex patterns and an iconic, high-energy soundtrack.
- #20 DoDonPachi Resurrection
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,051 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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: Bullet Hell 41.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Anime 11.7%, Great Soundtrack 6.8%, Difficult 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: An essential title for fans of high-intensity, pattern-heavy bullet hell games.
- #21 Super Glitter Rush
81% matchVery Positive96% of 113 reviews2021
Dev: tiny cactus studio
Windows
Super Glitter Rush is a boss-rush style bullet hell shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 39.6%, Shooter 9%, Action 7.3%, Indie 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: Fast-paced, colorful action that emphasizes quick reflexes and precision in a bullet-hell environment.
- #22 PAWARUMI
81% matchVery Positive92% of 79 reviews2018
Dev: Manufacture 43
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Pawarumi is a modern shoot’em up set in a retro futuristic sci-fi pre-Columbian universe. You’ll take control of the almighty ship Chukaru and its three unique weapons! Shoot wisely to either do double damage, heal yourself or charge your Super Attack!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Difficult 8.4%, Great Soundtrack 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique rock-paper-scissors color mechanic that rewards strategic thinking during intense combat.
- #23 Rolling Gunner
78% matchVery Positive91% of 65 reviews2022
Dev: Project Rolling GunnerPub: mebius.
Windows
March 18th, 2061 - "Operation Downfall" Commences With its reliance on BAC, humanity had forgotten how to operate even basic transportation, let alone weapons. After the attacks from BAC and the subsequent social chaos, the human population was reduced by half.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 55.9%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Shooter 16.4%, Action 5.9%, Indie 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: Offers deep tactical gameplay through its unique weapon control system that rewards precision.
- #24 ETHER VAPOR Remaster
80% matchMostly Positive77% of 316 reviews2012
Dev: EdelweissPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Ether Vapor Remaster is a cinematic 3D arcade shooter and visual treat from developer Edelweiss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 50.3%, Anime 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Action 5.9%, Shooter 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: Cinematic camera work and high-speed action provide a similar visual rush to the SUGURI experience.
- #25 ARMED SEVEN
79% matchVery Positive91% of 78 reviews2015
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The year is 1989. 12 years have passed since the Gogoh Army’s invasion of Earth. Exposure to alien technology during the war enabled Earth’s own technologies to take massive leaps forward. International conflict that was previously rife in the history of mankind fell to an all-time low, and the Earth Federation was established as a...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 35.2%, Shooter 8.3%, Action 6.8%, Indie 4.3%
Why You'll Like It: Features customizable mech loadouts that echo the hyper-weapon system found in SUGURI.
- #26 Sine Mora EX
79% matchMixed65% of 678 reviews2017
Dev: Digital RealityPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Sine Mora EX is a side-scrolling shoot'em up that provides a unique challenge, where time is the ultimate factor. Mixing classic shooter sensibilities with contemporary presentation, Sine Mora EX is a gorgeous shoot'em up offering both a Story Mode that weaves an excessive tale and an Arcade Mode.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Female Protagonist 12.6%, Difficult 10.4%, Shooter 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: Time-manipulation mechanics add a layer of strategy similar to managing shields in SUGURI.
- #27 Graze Counter
77% matchVery Positive96% of 313 reviews2017
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Graze the enemy’s bullets, Charge them head-on, and Wreak Havoc!!An exhilarating and dangerous shoot-em-up! This is a game for those with courage and survival instinct!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.2%, Anime 18.8%, Female Protagonist 11.5%, Difficult 5.8%
- #28 Danmaku Amanojaku ~ Impossible Spell Card.
77% matchVery Positive98% of 179 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
ルール無用の弾幕地獄週間！ 華麗に、ずる賢く、卑怯な手でしのぎきれ！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Great Soundtrack 12.9%, Female Protagonist 10.7%, Action 5.9%
- #29 Neptunia Shooter
76% matchVery Positive88% of 738 reviews2019
Dev: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 65.1 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Armed to the teeth, players begin as Neptune in an unworldly 8-bit space dimension ravaged by creatures who burst endless waves of bullets. Shoot, dodge, and defeat the boss in six unique bullet-hell worlds.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Anime 20.2%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Action 5.4%
- #30 GIGANTIC ARMY
78% matchMostly Positive75% of 365 reviews2014
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Side-scrolling mech-shooting bad-assery is BACK!GIGANTIC ARMY is a heartfelt homage to 16-bit era mech shooters such as Cybernator / Assault Suits Valken, Metal Warriors, and Front Mission: Gun Hazard, developed by the studio behind the acclaimed shooter SATAZIUS.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.8%, Anime 20.6%, Difficult 11.9%, Action 10.6%, Shooter 9.2%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on heavy mech combat with a similar anime-inspired aesthetic and challenging gameplay.
- #31 Touhou Kikeijuu ~ Wily Beast and Weakest Creature.
74% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,041 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
誰が強いのか、誰が賢いのか、誰が正しいのか 畜生の理に則って、全て弾幕で決めよう！ ワイルドでビーストライクなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Great Soundtrack 17.3%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Difficult 5.5%
- #32 Touhou Kishinjou ~ Double Dealing Character.
74% matchVery Positive99% of 410 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 569.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Great Soundtrack 13.3%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Difficult 7.1%
- #33 Xmas Shooting - Scramble!!
76% matchVery Positive93% of 138 reviews2016
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Help Aru save Christmas in this humoristic, action-packed shooter set in the universe of QP Shooting - Dangerous!!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Anime 19.1%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Great Soundtrack 8.1%
- #34 QP Shooting - Dangerous!!
75% matchVery Positive93% of 515 reviews2014
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 87%
QP Shooting - Dangerous!! is a bullet hell type shoot’em’up starring the pudding-loving dog girl QP seen in 100% Orange Juice. Nothing can stand between QP and her pudding - not even difficulty options to reduce the experienced gamer to tears!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Anime 20.6%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Shooter 5.3%
- #35 Touhou Tenkuushou ~ Hidden Star in Four Seasons.
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,521 reviews2017
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 268.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
桜を見ながら西瓜を割り、紅葉を見ながら鍋をつつく こんな季節に誰がした！ イレギュラーでシーズナルなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.5%, Great Soundtrack 17.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Difficult 8%
- #36 BULLET SOUL
75% matchVery Positive84% of 73 reviews2017
Dev: MAGES. Inc.
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Blending classic shooting game design with a substantial dose of modern day bullet hell and flashy pyrotechnics, Bullet Soul has it all! Play through multiple modes, all designed to welcome newcomers to the genre, but also challenge experts aiming for ever higher scores.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Anime 19.5%, Great Soundtrack 11.4%, Action 7.6%
- #37 弹幕音乐绘 ～风雷幻奏曲～ / Barrage Musical ~A Fantasy of Tempest~
73% matchVery Positive96% of 357 reviews2017
Dev: SlimeSmile
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
This is a music rhythm STG where stages with highly BGM synchronization will show you a barrage musical; A shop system with dozens of items available offers you infinite possibility; An AI based auto dodging system benefits beginners.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Anime 13.3%, Great Soundtrack 13%, Female Protagonist 8.5%
- #38 Touhou Fuujinroku ~ Mountain of Faith.
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,496 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
我が国には八百万の神々がいる 弾幕は八百万発程度では終わらない ノスタルジックでネイティブな弾幕シューティング原風景
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Great Soundtrack 13.6%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Anime 7.7%
- #39 Touhou Fantasia / 东方梦想曲
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,487 reviews2019
Dev: SlimeSmile
Windows
This is a fan-made Touhou shmup with one single stage, similar to the extra stage of official Touhou games. This game has an auto dodging system, which gives you a choice to ignore all the danmaku and only focus on the story.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.6%, Anime 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Action 7.8%, Female Protagonist 6.2%
- #40 Touhou Kouryudou ~ Unconnected Marketeers.
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,795 reviews2021
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
買う、売る、貰う、手放す いつから人間は所有権を自由に扱えると勘違いしたのか レインボーでイマモリアルなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Great Soundtrack 13.1%, Female Protagonist 7.9%, Anime 5.7%
- #41 Rabi-Ribi
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,161 reviews2016
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 64.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.1%, Anime 27.2%, Female Protagonist 17.7%, Difficult 8.1%, Action 5.4%
- #42 Danmaku Unlimited 2
72% matchVery Positive93% of 481 reviews2014
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 10.9 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Classic Japanese style vertical manic shooting action! Shoot, dodge and explode your way through the second entry in the critically acclaimed Danmaku Unlimited series. Battle through nail-biting bullet patterns and compete for dominance on the global leaderboard!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 48.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Action 4.5%, Indie 3%
- #43 Hifuu Nightmare Diary ~ Violet Detector.
71% matchMostly Positive76% of 297 reviews2018
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
東方Project第16.5弾！ 超能力女子高生「宇佐見菫子」に、突如襲いかかる幻想郷の住人達。その恐ろしくも美しい弾幕を、スマホに撮りまくり、SNS映えを狙おう！ サイキカルでSNS映え狙いのシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Great Soundtrack 14.2%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Anime 8.1%
- #44 Touhou Bunkachou ～ Shoot the Bullet.
69% matchVery Positive97% of 104 reviews2021
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
天狗と妖怪の日常を覗き見られる小劇場シューティング 妖怪の不思議で美しい弾幕を撮れ！撃て！
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.2%, Bullet Hell 24.8%, Action 14.1%, Shooter 12%, Indie 3.9%
- #45 Jet Lancer
68% matchVery Positive93% of 1,187 reviews2020
Dev: Code WakersPub: Armor Games Studios
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Jet Lancer is a high-velocity aerial combat shooter where you duel enemy aviators, hunt giant robots, and defy death at supersonic speeds as you evolve from an unknown rookie aviator into a once-in-a-generation ACE pilot.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Great Soundtrack 13%, Anime 12%, Female Protagonist 9.7%
- #46 Hellsinker.
68% matchVery Positive90% of 267 reviews2019
Dev: Ruminant’s WhimperPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.8 hrs≥1hr: 55%
A legendary SHMUP influential to the best makers in the genre, Hellsinker is now available on steam in its most advanced form! Gameplay, story, graphics, and even music all united into one cohesive and highly dimensional Shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Anime 17.1%, Female Protagonist 10%, Difficult 6.3%
- #47 Yoiyami Dancers: Twilight Danmaku Dancers
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 659 reviews2022
Dev: tripper_roomPub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Dodge bullets to the rhythm and take down everything that moves! A rhythmical danmaku action game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 59.6%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Action 15.2%, Difficult 5.5%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #48 DANMAKAI: Red Forbidden Fruit
68% matchVery Positive92% of 108 reviews2020
Dev: 森の中の猫の小屋
Windows
PowerUp and BusterAttack! Despite the beauty of the Danmaku aggressive playing leads to victory in this Makaism Danmaku shooter. The Danmaku Garden awaits you. There's even a cat!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Anime 15.7%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Shooter 7%
- #49 BIRDCAGE
63% matchVery Positive97% of 196 reviews2025
Dev: POLYGON BIRD
Windows
Shoot, slash and weave through bullets and enemies in this story-driven arcade shooter. The RADON Daughters have launched their ultimate weapon. Take control of the experimental gunship HALCYON and break out of the CAGE.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Anime 16.3%, Difficult 9.4%, Female Protagonist 9%
- #50 1943 Megami Strike
72% matchMixed40% of 82 reviews2016
Dev: GameUS Inc
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Fight Shooting Game with Pretty Girls
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.9%, Anime 31.8%, Action 15.9%, Indie 11.4%
- #51 Touhou Kinjoukyou ～ Fossilized Wonders.
63% matchVery Positive91% of 804 reviews2025
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Team Shanghai Alice presents a bullet hell shooter! The 20th installment of the Touhou Project. Utilize the powers you've acquired to overcome new challenges!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Great Soundtrack 8%, Shooter 6.3%
- #52 Touhou Kanjuden ~ Legacy of Lunatic Kingdom.
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,511 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
月の都から敵が攻めてきた！ その弾幕が過去最狂難易度を誇るのは当然だろう？ ピュアーでルナティックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.1%, Great Soundtrack 15.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Difficult 10.2%, Female Protagonist 8.7%
- #53 Yuri Sword Saga
63% matchVery Positive98% of 210 reviews2024
Dev: Pico Games
Windows
This is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up game set in a beautifully drawn Japanese world where you can slay enemies and bullets with simple controls. Parry enemy attacks and use a variety of special moves to defeat powerful demons and evil monsters.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Anime 19.3%, Shooter 7.1%, Action 5.9%
