- #1 Paper War
80% 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 33.1%, Arena Shooter 20.9%, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.4%, Shooter 10.6%
- #2 Tiny Tanks
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: W1sp3rs.
Windows · Mac
"Tiny Tanks" delivers thrilling turn-based battles where strategy reigns supreme. Choose from a variety of unique weapons, and engage in dynamic battles across destructible environments. With both story and survival modes, it's time to conquer the battlefield and become the ultimate tank commander!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.8%, Arena Shooter 28.2%, Tactical 12.9%, Action 6.1%, Strategy 5%
- #3 Nebula Invaders
72% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Les 4 Cavaliers
Windows
Nebula Invaders is a retro-neon space shooter where you pilot a lone ship against endless waves of interstellar invaders. Destroy, dodge, upgrade your weapons, and survive in a vibrant cosmic battlefield!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 43.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Space 15.6%, Action 10%, 2D 4.8%
- #4 REMOTE LIFE
74% matchVery Positive90% of 221 reviews2019
Dev: Next Game Level
Windows
Remote Life is a 2D Side scrolling space shooter (shmup) for PC. Experience a fast paced action game with insane scary graphics, and hyper jump into a brutal-frenetic-techno-alien world. Free the world from this dreadful nightmare before its nauseating breath of horror destroys mankind.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, 2D Fighter 15.8%, Space 14.2%, Shooter 9.6%
- #5 Space Rock Armageddon
73% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2024
Dev: David ReidPub: Admire Digital
Windows
Space Rock Armageddon is a bold and dynamic space arcade game, boasting lightning-fast gameplay and an explosion of vibrant colors that make it feel like an eighties arcade classic.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.9%, Arena Shooter 22.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Shooter 11.6%, Action 7.7%
- #6 Aces Over Airfields
74% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: Zayd JahangiriPub: Cog in the Clockwork Studio
Windows
Aces Over Airfields is a fast-paced 2D aerial combat game featuring intense dogfights, strategic base defense, and retro pixel art. Fly, fight, and manage resources to dominate the skies and destroy your enemy’s jet or base assets.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 33.1%, Arena Shooter 21.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Shooter 10.8%, Strategy 9.6%
- #7 Spacegirl 2038
74% 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 36.5%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Shooter 12%, Action 7.9%
- #8 Space Endeavor
74% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: VikinglockPub: Loudfish Labs
Windows · Mac
Space Endeavor is an Action Shooter Game.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.6%, Arena Shooter 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Strategy 8.1%
- #9 Never Akimbo
72% matchNo user reviews
Dev: WCHC
Windows · Linux
Never Akimbo is a fast-paced pixel art action game where one weapon is all you need. Fight through relentless enemy waves, clear handcrafted levels, and transform your gun with wild attachments that radically change how it behaves. One gun. Infinite builds. No dual-wielding excuses.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.1%, Arena Shooter 23.1%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Shooter 11.7%, Action 7.6%
- #10 Draco Space X
74% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Abraham Eduardo Zarate Mejia
Windows
2D Arcade space action game, in which you will face different challenges. You must manage to kill your enemies or survive from them! Venture to discover a new universe full of lights!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Arena Shooter 19.1%, Shooter 14.5%, Space 8.9%
- #11 Infinity Blaster
71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2024
Dev: Olausen Musikk & Media
Windows
In Infinity Blaster you blast through space, defeat challenging enemies and upgrade your weapons! Compete on the global leaderboard, survive an infinite loop of increasingly difficult foes, and unlock 100 achievements. Can you prove yourself as the ultimate space adventurer?
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Shooter 11.6%, Space 9.6%, Tactical 8.9%
- #12 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 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Space 12.5%, Shooter 9.4%
- #13 LASERVASION
71% match7 user reviews43% of 7 reviews2019
Dev: Red Phoenix Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Retro arcade inspired shoot 'em up with addictive combat.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.2%, 2D Fighter 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Shooter 8%
- #14 Stopping Santa
68% 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 25.5%, Arena Shooter 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Shooter 9.7%
- #15 Mini Arenas
69% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Ariel Spry
Windows
Mini Arenas is a fast-paced PVP arena shooter in which you and your friends can play and fight together. Play on a variety of stages and choose to play as one of four classes as you fight to be the last player alive!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 42.8%, Arena Shooter 28.7%, Shooter 14.6%, Action 9.6%, 2D 4.3%
- #16 Aliencity
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: cnsgames
Windows
AlienCity is a fast-paced, wave-based FPS where you fight through a dark, stylized city overrun by alien creatures. Survive, score high, and push your limits against relentless enemy swarms.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 27.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Shooter 13.7%, Action 8.9%
- #17 Rakuten
69% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: TheRealDan
Windows
Rakuten is a physics based space shooter where you pilot your own rocketship, shoot down enemy spacecraft, and unlock upgrades to further increase your capabilities and available weaponry.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 25.1%, Arena Shooter 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, Bullet Hell 12.4%, Shooter 8.7%
- #18 Impact Trial: First Encounter
67% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Manuel Bacallado
Windows
Impact Trial: First Encounter is a exciting mix of bullet hell and narrative adventure in a retro sci-fi world. Face waves of enemies, make story-affecting decisions, challenge yourself with various difficulty levels... and more secrets. ¡Your story, Your choices!
Why similar: Arena Shooter 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Roguelite 7.2%, Shooter 6.1%
- #19 Planetstar Warrior
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Todd FrantzPub: Hardbyte LLC
Windows
Planetstar Warrior is a horizontal scroll-space shooter with numerous powerups and a gradually increasing level of difficulty. Defeat all enemies on each level to progress.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 32.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Shooter 13%, Strategy 10.3%, Space 6.8%
- #20 HyperFeat
69% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: LobianGames
Windows
A top down 2D space shooter bullethell with roguelike elements awaits you. Dodge, weave and shoot your way through waves of enemies while gaining upgrades trying to survive as long as possible.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 28.9%, Bullet Hell 22.4%, Space 15.1%, Shooter 8.3%, Aliens 5.7%
- #21 Assault Wing
67% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Studfarm StudiosPub: Planteam Lamberg
Windows · Mac · Linux
Assault Wing is a free 2D side scrolling retro PvP shooter. You will choose your ship, special weapon and ship modification. The arenas are physics based with destructible terrain. See who of your friends is best with the global ranking system.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 32.6%, 2D Fighter 31.2%, Shooter 12.4%, Space 9.2%, Sci-fi 5.7%
- #22 Last Star
67% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Nordman
Windows · Linux
Last Star is a space shooter roguelite with tower defense elements. Pilot a spaceship to protect your solar core from endless waves of alien invaders. Upgrade both your core and spaceship to become unstoppable. Execute tactical counterattacks against alien motherships to slow down the invasion.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 23%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Space 13.4%, Sci-fi 8.1%
- #23 Double D. F.
67% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: RielFactor
Windows
To bring you the old school 2D space arcade feeling in a modern look and feel. Whether you like the hard core style of the old days, or you have become the more lay back type, shoot your way home at the fun rate for you. Upgrade your ship on the way home, to get ready for the final battle. Have fun!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 27.6%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Shooter 11.5%, Space 7.1%
- #24 Z-Warp
67% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Z-Warp is an intense vertical shoot’em up presented in retro pixel art style, featuring frenetic arcade-inspired action where blasters, bombs and KILLER specials are your only allies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Shooter 14.8%, Space 10.2%, Sci-fi 7.2%
- #25 Nova Drift
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 14,388 reviews2024
Dev: ChimericPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 19.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Nova Drift distills the mechanical depth and strategy of an ARPG into classic arcade space combat. Control an endlessly evolving bio-mechanical ship, face legions of strange and deadly foes, and ride the wake of a dying star across the void.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 24.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Space 12.7%, Shooter 10.7%
- #26 Geometry Waves
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wobi Games
Windows
Shoot your way through waves of enemies and extreme bosses in this Roguelite space shooter. Advance in the ranks, upgrade your ship and unlock new mechanics, ships and mods that will make the game more challanging and interesting.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 25.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shooter 10.4%, Space 6.9%
- #27 The Battle of Aurinoxia
65% matchPositive75% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: N11 Games Division
Windows
A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Shooter 14.6%, Space 9.3%, Sci-fi 6.8%
- #28 Bungle Blast
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Three Square Games
Windows · Linux
Blast your way through jungle dungeons, magic forests, molten volcanoes, and more in this action packed rogue like game. Take down wacky creatures with a variety of weapons. Upgrade to become stronger so that you can explore farther, and most importantly try not to die.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 40.8%, Bullet Hell 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Shooter 13%, Adventure 5%
- #29 The Yellow Moon's School: The Ghosts Day
68% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: HV
Windows
The Yellow Moon's School: The Ghosts Day is a top-down shooter game in which you must shoot ghosts and destroy them to save the school.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Shooter 12.2%, Action 5.1%
- #30 Blunder The Sea
65% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Christopher AtwellPub: Cracked Games
Windows
Use movement and your spear gun to take down underwater baddies. The goal? Treasure of course!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.5%, Arena Shooter 23%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Shooter 12.6%, Action 7.9%
- #31 Shmup Arena
66% matchPositive100% of 20 reviews2020
Dev: Revox Games
Windows
Take on intense challenges and waves of enemies in this frenetic arena shooter that demands quick reflexes and nonstop action. Survive the onslaught and defeat powerful bosses while staying in motion, mastering arenas designed for those who crave adrenaline and intense combat.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 25%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Space 13.2%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Shooter 9.6%
- #32 BlitzRift
64% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GhostRZZR
Windows
A PvPvE space extraction shooter where you mine anomalies, raid a reactive alien hive for double-value cargo, and fight rival pilots to bank your haul before losing half on death.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36.7%, Arena Shooter 27.1%, Shooter 13.2%, Tactical 13.2%, Action 5.5%
- #33 Gunpowder Punk
64% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2023
Dev: Electric Moose
Windows
Gunpowder Punk is a game in pixel art cyberpunk world. You play as unnamed hero who fights against hordes of psycho gangers and their bosses.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shooter 8.8%, Action 8.3%
- #34 Shin Galaxy - Engage
66% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: AJ To The Moon
Windows · Linux
Shin Galaxy - Engage is an action game with RPG elements in a top-down perspective, where you control spaceships and tries to survive as much as possible in the stages. Improve performance, change appearance and unlock new ships to get as far as you can.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 20.5%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Shooter 13.5%, Space 10.4%
- #35 Cake Space Shooter
63% matchMixed50% of 20 reviews2024
Dev: Bonittor Games
Windows
2d space shooter where player need avoid and destroy different space ships and asteroid waves
Why similar: Arena Shooter 32.3%, 2D Fighter 32.1%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Space 9.5%, 2D 3.1%
- #36 Dulce et Decorum
65% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: Zachary Hilsman
Windows
Just another 2D platformer shooter game with pixel art graphics to boot. You can jump around while blasting your enemies with three different methods of combat, and protect your village from an evil immortal.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Shooter 12.9%, Action 9.2%
- #37 Stick to the end
66% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: 90E GAMES
Windows
This is a well-optimized vertical plane shooting game. In this game you can use a wealth of weapons to attack enemy planes and bosses.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.6%, 2D Fighter 24.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Shooter 8.6%, Space 8.1%
- #38 Radirgy Swag
61% 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 34.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 32.4%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 8.4%, 2D 5.9%
- #39 Extermination Overdrive
63% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Denormalizer
Windows
Extermination Overdrive is a single player 2D arcade shooter set in space. Battle swarms of enemy space craft and massive dreadnoughts.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 30%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Space 15.1%, Shooter 14.5%, Sci-fi 14%
- #40 Ozone Guardian
64% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Paraverse Games
Windows
A new twist on the classic arcade shooter, with a variety of character choices and an upgrade system. Control your spaceship with your mouse & shoot with click - the only limitation is your hand speed! Face waves of creative enemy ships and stimulating bosses, and protect the ozone, Ozone Guardian.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 27.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shooter 10.4%, Space 6.1%
- #41 PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift
63% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Chain Damage Games
Windows
PRISMIDIA: Spirit of the Rift is a sci-fi shoot 'em up game in the style of arcade classics. Dodge barrages of attacks, survive bullet hell bosses, and save Prismidia!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.5%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Shooter 13.8%, Space 9.9%, Sci-fi 8.7%
- #42 Quantum Gravity
63% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Ethernal Studio
Windows
Get ready for intense space combat in Quantum Gravity! Invert gravity to soar through space, engaging in long-range and melee battles against a variety of enemies. With four game modes, including Infinity Mode and multiplayer PvP, there's never a dull moment in this action-packed bullet hell game!
Why similar: 2D Fighter 38.5%, Shooter 13.9%, Strategy 9.7%, Sci-fi 9.2%, Space 8.8%
- #43 Star Saviors
63% matchVery Positive82% of 1,683 reviews2016
Dev: Sharpened Edge Studios
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Saviors brings the best bullet hell experience you can find on Steam. Play through 18 challenging stages in this ultimate test of tactics and reflexes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.9%, Bullet Hell 25.9%, Space 12.1%, Action 5.7%, Shooter 4.6%
- #44 The Flames
63% match5 user reviews40% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Pax Breslaw
Windows
The Flames is a top down shooter where you fight a powerful boss called Hodaya and help save the Wisp the leader of the planet.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 36%, Arena Shooter 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Shooter 11.2%, Action 5.8%
- #45 DnB Starfighter
63% 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 29.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Shooter 10.5%, Space 8.7%
- #46 東方瞬殺弾幕劇場 ~ 初見殺しに命をかけて
63% 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 28.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Shooter 16.8%, Tactical 15.4%, Action 5.7%
- #47 Witchcraft: Candy Hunt
62% 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 37.8%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Shooter 13.7%, Action 6.6%
- #48 Exphelius: Arena
64% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Pharazen Studios
Windows · Mac
Prove yourself and earn your wings in the Exphelius Championships - a reckless bloodsport of vehicular mayhem across the galaxy Exphelius. Win matches across multiple game modes to earn cash and new parts, upgrade your ships or buy new ones, and claim your way to the top.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 29.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Space 11.5%, Sci-fi 8.7%
- #49 Time Wasters
60% matchVery Positive88% of 2,589 reviews2023
Dev: Proton Studio
Windows
Median: 7.2 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Time Wasters is a space shooter bullet heaven roguelite. Equip and upgrade weapons, destroy swarms of enemies, and collect Time & Space Cubes to bend the timeline to your advantage.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 26.1%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Shooter 8.8%, Space 7.4%
- #50 The Bandits of Sierra Fria
62% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Yanfer
Windows · Mac
A pixel art top-down shooter with frantic gunfights, multiple weapons, and intense action in a land ruled by bandits.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.6%, Arena Shooter 20.5%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Shooter 12.9%, Action 9.1%
- #51 Warspace
62% matchMostly Positive75% of 20 reviews2023
Dev: Magic Game Art
Windows · Mac · Linux
Warspace is a arcade space shooter game.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 22%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Space 16.4%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Shooter 10.9%
- #52 Fiery Rivaz
62% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Tim Nicolai
Windows
Fiery Rivaz - Reanimate Shmups !!! It's time to revive the shmup genre. You can expect a shooter that focuses on varied and innovative level design. It is accompanied by cool 3d graphics and a great soundtrack.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.4%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Shooter 17.6%, Space 12.8%, Action 10.4%
- #53 Final 4 Survival
60% 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 39.6%, Arena Shooter 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Shooter 11.8%, Action 8.5%
- #54 Vaca Bullet
62% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Yanfer
Windows
In "Vaca Bullet," you play as a cowboy in the Wild West defending your cows from bandits' bullets. The game is a tribute to classic Western movies, filled with shootouts and chases, brought to life through beautiful pixel art, giving it a raw and unique essence like a true western.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 39.1%, Bullet Hell 26.5%, Shooter 15.5%, Action 6.4%, 2D 4.3%
- #55 Zom Tom
62% match8 user reviews25% of 8 reviews2022
Dev: Jake OlsonPub: Impartial Studios
Windows
Zom Tom is a 2.5D shoot' em up dungeon-crawler where you slay zombie bodies, survive the hell-spawn onslaught, and full send copious amounts of lead downrange.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 29.5%, Arena Shooter 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Bullet Hell 15%, Shooter 10.5%
- #56 Blaster Panic
63% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Pirate Dog Games
Windows
Blaster Panic is a 2D space shooter where you defend your home base against an onslaught of enemies. Fight through ongoing boss battles. Last as long as you can to dominate the leaderboard.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Arena Shooter 17.4%, Space 13%, Shooter 11.5%
- #57 Kickback: Shoot to Move! 👾
59% matchVery Positive100% of 67 reviews2025
Dev: Dot bloodPub: Targem Games
Windows
Kickback is a top-down shooter with roguelike elements, where shooting is the only way to move. Repel waves of mutants, create combinations of weapons and upgrades to survive at all costs on your own or with a friend in a local co-op mode.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.3%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Shooter 10.6%, Space 9.2%
- #58 Last Meow Standing
61% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Twinfox Interactive
Windows
This lightning fast arena shooter brings you right back to the highscore hunts of the arcade era. Use your arsenal of deadly weapons wisely against the increasingly ferocious monster hordes to survive as long as you can.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 29.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shooter 10.8%, Sci-fi 9.6%
- #59 Dug Out
61% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lost Phantom Studios
Windows
"Dug Out" is an exciting multiplayer PvP game for 2-4 players, where you dive into an underground arena and engage in intense battles. Armed with guns, you'll dig through the environment to uncover hidden opponents and outsmart your rivals.
Why similar: 2D Fighter 46%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Shooter 15.7%, Action 10.3%, 2D 4.7%
- #60 Xeno Shooter
62% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2021
Dev: Crazy Dino Game StudioPub: Cupana Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Xeno Shooter is a action shooter arena game! You play as a space cadet who travels to Andromeda with the mission of defeating the Primordials and thus, achieving a new home for humanity.
Why similar: Arena Shooter 29.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Shooter 13%, Space 12.4%, Sci-fi 8.9%