- #1 POLY SYNTH GUNNER
97% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: DANIEL
Windows
Instance-based shooter with scaling endless wave of enemies
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, FPS 18.1%, Shooter 11%, Robots 9.5%
- #2 System Critical: The Race Against Time
96% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: Old Formulas
Windows
Fun and challenging retro style run and gun platform shooter. Blast your arm cannon, use grenades, shields, and melee weapons, dodge projectiles and make your way through the carefully crafted levels. Discover secret areas and destroy objects while navigating obstacles and defeat bosses to progress
Why similar: VR 21.3%, Shooter 12.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.1%, Robots 10.8%, FPS 9.6%
- #3 Anceder
96% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2018
Dev: Cédric Andreu
Windows
Dive in the VR arcade shoot-them-up (shmup, shoot'em up, bullet hell). A lot of action is awaiting you. "Insert coin" and jump in the shmup !
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, VR 14.9%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, FPS 12.8%, Shooter 8.2%
- #4 Feeble Light
95% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off as a little star trying to rid the cosmos of angry celestial beings in Feeble Light, a 3-tone pixel art shoot’em up where minimalistic presentation makes way for precision controls and fluid animation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.5%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 10.2%, Sci-fi 5.2%
- #5 Lord Of Terror
94% match8 user reviews25% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: SimulatedFantasy
Windows
In a galaxy far away a world is facing doomsday. As nations rise against each other the world is plunged into chaos. Many illegal groups such as gangs and independent militias and demonic cults take the advantage of the situation to expand. Your task is to assassinate a demon dubbed Lord of Terror.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, FPS 20.2%, VR 13.2%, Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 11.6%
- #6 Binary Run
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fey Fire Games
Windows
The Reformat is inevitable. The Virus Spreads. Keep Running. Binary Run is a fast paced retro shooter inspired by 80s synthwave and retro shooters. Kill, collect and run your way through a corrupted digitial world, Keep Running.
Why similar: FPS 24.7%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Shooter 12.7%, Robots 12.2%
- #7 Omega Blade
93% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2020
Dev: Manuel Pasamontes Romera
Windows
Shoot, slash, dodge and survive to blade combats in multiple kind of challenges to test your skills and claim your place in the Omega Blade hall of fame.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, VR 15.5%, FPS 13.8%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Shooter 10.2%
- #8 Raiden V: Director's Cut | 雷電 V Director's Cut | 雷電V:導演剪輯版
92% matchMixed56% of 527 reviews2017
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Arcade hit Raiden first left its mark on the shooting genre 25 years ago. The easy to learn, hard to master series comes to the PC in its most modern and advanced form yet! Join the war for Earth's future-where the tide of battle holds constant surprises.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.6%, Bullet Hell 25.4%, Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 13.3%, Action 5.3%
- #9 iO Inner Self - The Lava Planet VR
91% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2022
Dev: Spaceboy
Windows
Help iO defend the dangerous Lava Planet in this first-person VR shooter as hordes of enemies are unleashed in increasingly difficult waves! Use your gun and shield to get to the end and then beat your high score!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, FPS 26.4%, VR 14.5%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 9.5%
- #10 Karous
90% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 37.4%, Bullet Hell 29.8%, Shooter 16.3%, Arcade 13%, Action 3.3%
- #11 Deadline
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GFDS Inc.
Windows
Step into the future with Deadline, a VR corridor shooter that pits you against relentless robotic enemies. Arm yourself with a variety of weapons, master lethal combos, and navigate through challenging levels. Can you survive the robotic onslaught and unlock the secrets of the future?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, FPS 21.9%, Shooter 14.8%, VR 14.7%, Arcade 13.2%
- #12 Gunvein
89% matchVery Positive97% of 212 reviews2022
Dev: NGDEV
Windows
Gunvein is a dynamic, aggression-based bullet hell shoot em up where you use lock on lasers, charged weapons, bombs & hypers to overwhelm the enemies before they overwhelm you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40%, Bullet Hell 28.2%, Arcade 12%, Shooter 9.3%, Sci-fi 5.3%
- #13 Starship 43 - The Last Astronaut VR
89% match3 user reviews0% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Thetis Games
Windows
Immerse yourself in this intense virtual reality indie sci-fi FPS action game. Explore Starship 43, fight hostile enemies, solve puzzles, and overcome obstacles to restore communication with Earth. Experience the isolation and danger of space as you uncover the station's secrets.
Why similar: VR 15.9%, FPS 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Bullet Hell 14%, Post-apocalyptic 9.8%
- #14 Battle of Nowhere
88% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Great Victory Legends, Inc.
Windows
A fast-paced VR arcade shooter where you fight off relentless zombie hordes with upgradeable weapons, explosive traps, and lightning reflexes. Survive the apocalypse — or die trying.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, VR 20.2%, FPS 19.9%, Shooter 11.8%, Post-apocalyptic 11.1%
- #15 BARRAGE / 铁幕
87% matchVery Positive86% of 63 reviews2018
Dev: ChronoYukiPub: Archetype Industry | 原型工业
Windows
Tired of "Pew-Pew"pistol,Why not try about Bofors 40mm Anti-Aircraft Guns,or Mighty 88mm Flak-cannon?Shatter the sky with your BARRAGE,and ther is nothing like aiming or reloading can distrub you from shooting.
Why similar: VR 22.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Bullet Hell 14%, FPS 14%, Shooter 10.2%
- #16 Starway: BaRaider
86% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: 广州雷氪沉浸技术有限公司
Windows
This is a sci-fi VR action shooting game. Mechanical frenzy is coming! Players have to teleport to survive from thousands of bullets.
Why similar: VR 30.7%, Bullet Hell 18%, FPS 13.1%, Sci-fi 11.3%, Shooter 7.1%
- #17 ZOMBIECAM
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZOMBIECAM Crew
Windows
ZOMBIECAM is a full-throttle bodycam style first person shooter arena zombie game with relentless gameplay and action. Also includes nightvision mode and Chamber of Pain. Coming Soon.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, FPS 17.7%, Shooter 12.9%, Action-Adventure 10.2%
- #18 Cybxus Heart
85% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
Windows
Cybxus Hearts inspired by classic Japanese shooting games. This is a game where you control three different characters at the same time.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.9%, Bullet Hell 32%, Arcade 12.2%, Shooter 12%, Sci-fi 5.4%
- #19 Sand Bullets
84% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Duaik EntretenimentoPub: Duaik
Windows
Top-Down Shooter with a mobile APP interaction.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.5%, Shooter 15.2%, Action-Adventure 12.3%, Post-apocalyptic 11.1%
- #20 Guns Blazing
83% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: DevLiakos
Windows
Descend your way through an abandoned laboratory, swarming with both mechanical and human enemies. Your mission? Wipe them all out. In this fast-paced, casual, sci-fi, FPS, your goal is to employ an arsenal of upgradable weapons to defeat your enemies and reach the bottom of this derelict facility.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, FPS 24.7%, Shooter 18.6%, Robots 13.7%, Sci-fi 6.3%
- #21 The Battle of Aurinoxia
81% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 30.7%, Bullet Hell 29.9%, Shooter 14.2%, Arcade 11.1%, Sci-fi 4.9%
- #22 Return Ace
82% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: NEROTA
Windows
Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 10.5%, Sci-fi 5.7%
- #23 Void Rifter XR
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Piece by Piece XR Development
Windows
High speed dynamic multiplayer mech boomer shooter with full mech customization!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, FPS 15.1%, VR 14%, Robots 11.3%
- #24 Lilac 0
79% matchVery Positive95% of 73 reviews2025
Dev: Bullet Prince
Windows
The machine world of Molybdion has fallen into disarray. As Nidhogg eats the root of the planet, unending wars rage on the surface! Slice your way through hordes of metallic foes in five frantic levels, defeat fearsome bosses, and dodge countless bullets in this vintage vertical shoot 'em up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 12.3%, Old School 5.1%
- #25 Chaos Moon : 1CC Edition
80% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: SNOWBALL EFFECT GAMES
Windows
A classic style SHMUP in the tradition of 80's and 90's vertical scrolling shooters. Maximize your run and get to the top of the High-score Leaderboard. Can you achieve the rank of Fleet Admiral? It's a challenge. Visit our website for a free playable browser demo of the game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 11.8%, Action 5.9%
- #26 Syder Arcade
81% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
Dev: Studio Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.4%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Arcade 11%, Shooter 10.7%, Sci-fi 5.9%
- #27 EGGCONSOLE ZANAC EX MSX2
78% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: D4Enterprise Co.,Ltd.
Windows
The Zanac battle, which was supposed to have ended, was not over. To suppress the reactivated organic intelligence, Zanac takes flight once again!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 6.6%
- #28 misaligned
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Michal Kelisek
Windows
Classic 80s inspired shooter
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29%, Bullet Hell 28.8%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 10.5%, Sci-fi 5.1%
- #29 Star Legacy VR
77% matchPositive85% of 33 reviews2023
Dev: BE WILD STUDIO
Windows
Star Legacy VR is an immersive virtual reality shooting game that incorporates intriguing Roguelike elements into gameplay. Players assume the roles of interstellar guardians who venture across diverse planets and traverse through various time zones.
Why similar: VR 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, FPS 17%, Shooter 12.5%
- #30 AngerForce: Reloaded
77% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 42.3%, Bullet Hell 35.2%, Shooter 22.5%
- #31 Darkest Wave
78% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: Duckman Army Games
Windows
In the future retro of 3180, The government has created a program of self aware mechanized creatures and they have gone rouge. The story begins as Max Titan gets the call that he has to bail the world out yet again, Max pilots his custom Fighter car the X-50 to destroy the sentient bosses of this growing army of mechanized animals and...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, FPS 18.7%, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 8.7%
- #32 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
76% matchVery Positive97% of 357 reviews2021
Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.2%, Bullet Hell 29.6%, Arcade 13.7%, Shooter 12.7%, Action 5.3%
- #33 HORIZON VANGUARD
76% matchPositive93% of 29 reviews2020
Dev: David "Tain" WilliamsPub: tain a.m. works LLC
Windows
Blast your hovercycle through the enemy's crushing forces under a bright blue sky! Dodge enemy fire, attack huge mechanical targets, and score critical pistol hits in this new style of forward-scrolling arcade action. This is VR Arcade Shooting.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, VR 17.6%, FPS 15%, Shooter 12.1%
- #34 NANOFORCE tactical surgeon fighter
75% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: Alec's factory
Windows
Climb into the cockpit of an overpowered micro unit and fight against an invisible enemy that threatens the Human race. Progress through numerous enemy waves and bosses across more than 7 levels filled with action, secrets, and more !
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.8%, Bullet Hell 29.3%, Shooter 15.9%, Arcade 7.5%, 1990's 3.8%
- #35 Null G
75% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: Jace Of Shadows Gaming LLC
Windows
Welcome to Null G space station. A competitive and adaptive environment for flexible battle training. The Battle School creates peer to peer opposition in fast-paced combat training sims and solo training against rigorously designed AI drones. Team up or fly solo to win the advantage.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, VR 26.1%, FPS 18.7%, Shooter 14.5%, Sci-fi 5.9%
- #36 Atomanta
73% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 32.1%, Bullet Hell 32.1%, Shooter 15.1%, Sci-fi 5.7%, Action 4.5%
- #37 Quad Blaster
74% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Juritobi
Windows
A small shoot 'em up that combines the charm of retro arcades with innovative gameplay mechanics, delivering a fresh yet familiar experience. A single coin gives you as many attempts as you want to get the world's high score.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43%, Bullet Hell 36.9%, Arcade 18.5%, Action 1.1%, Retro 0.5%
- #38 ROBOCRACY
73% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: DGMA
Windows
Take on the challenge and face off against a rogue AI bent on enslaving humanity! Strap on your VR headset, step into the boots of a Galactic Ranger, and tear through waves of robots with explosive blasters, devastating shotguns, and an insane arsenal — just like classic arcade shooters!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, VR 13.4%, FPS 13.1%, Robots 10.2%
- #39 WOLFLAME
74% matchVery Positive85% of 116 reviews2016
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.7%, Bullet Hell 22.4%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 12.8%, Sci-fi 4.9%
- #40 I Am Sakuya VR: Touhou FPS Game
71% matchMixed69% of 32 reviews2023
Dev: Sigyaad Team
Windows
Now in VR! Dodge bullets, shoot enemies and even stop time as you navigate through 15 beautiful levels in this perfect blend of bullet hell and VR FPS. Uncover the origins of Sakuya Izayoi's past and investigate the mansion where the scarlet vampires resides in this Touhou Project Fangame!
Why similar: VR 31.1%, FPS 26.2%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shooter 14.1%, Action 5.8%
- #41 Vector Strain
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 70 reviews2015
Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 93%
Addictive fast-paced shoot-em-up with beautiful 3D graphics and an amazing soundtrack. 5 ships to choose from and 5 action-packed Stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.5%, Bullet Hell 31.4%, Arcade 12.3%, Sci-fi 8.3%, Action 6.5%
- #42 Monkey King: Master of the Clouds | 中華大仙
72% matchMostly Positive73% of 22 reviews2018
Dev: Starfish-SD Inc.Pub: Retroism
Windows
Join Micheal Chang, the Monkey King, on his journey through famous landmarks of ancient China and fight off mythical creatures and legends in this classic arcade shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.9%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Arcade 13.9%, Shooter 13.5%, Action 9.7%
- #43 Starway: BaRaider VR - Free Trial
70% match6 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: 广州雷氪沉浸技术有限公司
Windows
This is a VR action shooting game themed in science fiction. Mechanical frenzy is coming! Players have to teleport to survive from thousands of bullets.
Why similar: VR 28.3%, Bullet Hell 25.1%, FPS 12.7%, Shooter 10.1%, Action-Adventure 9.4%
- #44 Radirgy Swag
68% 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 39.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Shooter 15.3%, Action 5.6%, Singleplayer 0.9%
- #45 Shoot the Robots VR
70% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Martysh Oleksandr
Windows
Do you love shooting? What about robots? And what about shooting the robots? In this fast-paced game you have to use a well-aimed shots to neutralize robots which will run away from you in every possible way.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, VR 28.2%, Robots 12.9%, Arcade 11.7%, Shooter 9%
- #46 SATAZIUS
71% matchVery Positive85% of 324 reviews2011
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
The year is 2051. Location: SATAZIUS, a long-abandoned planet. The cruiser Agano was on patrol when it was attacked and stricken by a confederacy of space pirates that had established a base on SATAZIUS. The pirates attacked the Agano intending to steal the assault ship ‘Trafalgar’ that was stowed aboard the Agano, but the Trafalgar made...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.4%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Robots 13%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9.3%
- #47 Danmaku Unlimited 2
70% 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 42.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 41.5%, Arcade 6.5%, Shooter 6%, Action 3.4%
- #48 Along the Edge of the Sky
68% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Dark Star Nova
Windows
Along the Edge of the Sky is a dynamic first-person action-platformer where you must escape Limbo and reach the Heavens. The road ahead is tough, and you will need to destroy hordes of demons along the way. Can you traverse this path and not give up? In this thrilling escape, it all depends on you!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, FPS 19.8%, Platformer 15.5%, Shooter 13.8%
- #49 Jet Gunner: Refueled
67% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Sinclair StrangePub: Clickteam
Windows
Jet Gunner is reloaded, remade and refueled for a new explosive 8-bit adventure. Relive the past glory days where VHS was king, phones didn't have screens and you'd have to blow into a cartridge to get your gaming fix.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Platformer 15.8%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 12.4%, Action-Adventure 11.8%
- #50 Space Blade
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mountain Of Games
Windows
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 36.9%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 10.3%, Sci-fi 5.4%
- #51 Brisk Square
69% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Outerlynx
Windows
Future! In the wake of a cataclysm! You are the prey in a world full of hunters. Run, overpower them and free the violent streets in this intensively fast-paced cyber adventure. Be the last stand in an infinite run gameplay by starting with a simple blade and evolve to unlock more advanced weapons.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, VR 17.5%, Post-apocalyptic 10.6%, Robots 9.2%
- #52 Project Root
71% matchMixed50% of 115 reviews2014
Dev: OPQAMPub: Reverb Triple XP
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 2.7 hrs≥1hr: 23%
Project Root the Shoot’em up Evolution.Project Root is a classic shoot’em up with open scenarioswhere the player's skill will be the key to survive.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.2%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Shooter 16.5%, Arcade 11.2%, Action 7.8%
- #53 Astar Solis
69% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Rooklift Labs
Windows
A minimalistic 2D shoot-em-up, based on dodging bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.3%, Shooter 14.7%, Arcade 11.1%, Action 4.5%
- #54 CYBERDRIFTER
66% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2025
Dev: Scott WilsonPub: UziGames
Windows
You are a Cyberdrifter, part of a team of military tech specialists who enter cyberspace in VR. Enter a neon lit world armed with your data disc & cyber cycle to end the spread of a virtualized virus. Utilize your data disc to hack systems & obliterate the virtual enemies in VR!
Why similar: VR 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, FPS 14.8%, Robots 9.9%, Shooter 9.2%
- #55 Tiny Pixels Vol. 1 - Ninpo Blast
67% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Jump on your hoverbike and blast off for unlimited ninja-themed bullet hell mayhem!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38%, Bullet Hell 29.3%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 10.8%, Action 4.3%
- #56 Bombyx
67% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: ParticleStorm
Windows
Psychedelic shmup zones with Gravatar & ZeroG! Fast, fluid, comfortable movement. Challenging enemies, met with powerful weapons. Sandbox gameplay at your own pace. With colorful graphics, interactive music, VR & Controller support.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, FPS 18.1%, Platformer 12.9%, VR 11.9%, Shooter 11.5%
- #57 Metro Awakening
65% matchMostly Positive75% of 3,213 reviews2024
Dev: Vertigo Games
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Metro Awakening is a story-driven first person adventure built for VR that blends atmospheric exploration, stealth and combat in the most immersive Metro experience yet. Don your gas mask, brave the crippling radiation and venture into the depths of the Metro where threats haunt your every step.
Why similar: VR 22.5%, FPS 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Post-apocalyptic 15.1%, Shooter 12.6%
- #58 Sine Mora
68% matchVery Positive82% of 940 reviews2012
Dev: Digital RealityPub: HandyGames
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Sine Mora is a horizontal shoot'em up that provides a unique take on challenge, where time is the ultimate factor.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 52.6%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 7.3%, Action 3.8%