60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Shooter, Action, Singleplayer.
Terra Bomber is presented as a two dimensional sideways scroller based upon the classic arcade shooters of the 1980s.
Kanamono
Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono".
Stellar Raid
Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!
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: Shoot 'Em Up 40.5%, Side Scroller 31.6%, Shooter 16.1%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%, 2D 4%
Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38%, Side Scroller 30.8%, Space 12.2%, Shooter 8.6%, Casual 4.6%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.2%, Side Scroller 26.5%, Shooter 16.6%, Space 13%, Singleplayer 0.7%
Blast off for a sequel that pushes every facet of 2D shoot'em ups to escape velocity!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.2%, Side Scroller 22.1%, Shooter 17.6%, Space 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 5%
Get ready for adventures, gather allies, and uncover the secrets of Forest Fury! Your forest is waiting for you to cleanse it of dark forces and restore its former beauty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.6%, Side Scroller 32.4%, Shooter 16.1%, Casual 5%, 2D 3.9%
Speyarranoth is a classic sci-fi space asteroid shooter in 3D. You control the game using WASD and shoot with the space key. It's wonderful to just blast full speed through the asteroid fields lasers ablaze and enjoy the explosive light show.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.5%, Side Scroller 24.5%, Space 17.1%, Shooter 8.7%, Casual 7.2%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 37.6%, Side Scroller 24.3%, Shooter 19.2%, Space 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 33.8%, Side Scroller 26.7%, Shooter 15%, Space 8%, Casual 6.5%
You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.8%, Side Scroller 24.9%, Shooter 15.5%, Space 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.9%
In this Shoot'em, you fight against an alien swarm of pollinators taking over the system! With your laser beam, Blast through waves of enemies, traverse challenging puzzles, and reclaim control in this fast-paced shooter. Step up to the challenge and push back the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.6%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Shooter 17.2%, Space 15.5%, Colorful 5.3%
This game, "FORTRESS DEFENDER", is a side-scrolling power-up shooting game with an 80's flavor. Defeat the enemies that appear one after another, dodge their attacks, and aim for the boss that lurks in the depths of the stage. There are a total of eight stages with various tricks and bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.7%, Side Scroller 23.2%, Shooter 13.4%, Space 12.1%, 2D 4.4%
Victory Saber 2D is a horizontal scrolling shooter arcade video game with Locking-on shooting mechanic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.6%, Shooter 19.8%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Space 12.8%, Singleplayer 1.5%
Bad Chicken is a retro styled sideway scrolling shoot-em-up inspired by the retro classics. It takes place in 8 locations in the Ferus system, each one with different challenges, and dangers.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.6%, Side Scroller 22.3%, Space 14.5%, Shooter 13.9%, Casual 5%
Outnumbered and outgunned in deep space? No problem! Turn your enemies' attacks into pure bullet heaven with your shield tech and absorb projectiles to power up your ship and score big! But when your shield expires and it's danger time, you better switch up your strategy fast...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.5%, Side Scroller 22.8%, Space 13.9%, Shooter 12.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.3%, Side Scroller 21.8%, Space 16.6%, Shooter 13.3%, Casual 5.5%
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.5%, Side Scroller 31.5%, Shooter 17.1%, Pixel Graphics 5.2%, 2D 3.8%
Alpha Warrior is a retro, space shooter where the player engages in flight combat with enemy terrestrials and arcade style bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.6%, Shooter 20.5%, Space 16.5%, Casual 15.1%, 2D 4.4%
Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.6%, Side Scroller 27.2%, Shooter 16%, Space 10.4%, Colorful 3.7%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 45.2%, Shooter 23.2%, Space 18.6%, Pixel Graphics 7%, 2D 5%
A shoot-em-up game (loosely) inspired by the likes of Crimson Clover, Mushihimesama and R-Type, battling against an ancient superweapon to save both the galaxy and a close friend!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.1%, Space 18.9%, Shooter 18.4%, Vehicular Combat 13.7% ★, 2D 4.4%
An explosive wave based shooter (shmups) with a real Retro feel to it. You can even play the game in Tate screen mode! "...if you have the itch for some old-school arcade blast-em-up fun, Horizon Shift '81 is a great way to feed that craving." - 8/10 - The Sixth Axis
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44%, Space 22.6%, Shooter 19.1%, Casual 7.2%, Indie 7%
A fast-paced retro shoot-'em-up featuring evolving weapons, intense arcade combat and massive bosses — from one-man studio Psychotic Psoftware.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.4%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Space 15.2%, Shooter 13.4%, Indie 3.2%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 37.1%, Side Scroller 27.1%, Shooter 15.7%, Space 12.2%, Pixel Graphics 4.2%
AngelStrike is an exciting 2D side-scrolling shoot'em'up with handmade pixel-art and a variety of action-packed missions. Play solo or local co-op with friends to rescue refugees, stealthily deliver supplies, escort your allies, and take down hordes of machines in 40 levels across 5 different areas!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.5%, Shooter 19.2%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Vehicular Combat 13.7% ★, 2D 6%
Gray goo is a short retro arcade shooter with lots of upgrades. This game is about destroying goo in space and saving the universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Space 20.3%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Shooter 12.1%, Casual 11.5%
Half shoot-'em-up, half RPG! Blast through an intergalactic genre mashup!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.7%, Side Scroller 23.7%, Shooter 18.7%, Space 8.1%, Colorful 4.5%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Space 20.5%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Shooter 14.5%, Casual 4.4%
Take to your ship to ensure the survival of humanity against an alien force determined to see you fail. Customize your ship with upgrades to raise your chance of success. Take a friend into battle to immediately become a stronger force and watch each others tail
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.8%, Side Scroller 23.7%, Shooter 18.4%, Space 15.9%, 2D 3.5%
This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 59.8%, Shooter 20.9%, Side Scroller 7.7%, 2D 3.8%, Indie 3.3%
Old school side scrolling shoot'em up. Blast through exciting different locations. Defeating waves of defenders until the final boss battle. Attack of the Mechadonk is a indie game developed for fun and learning for the creator.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.5%, Side Scroller 22%, Shooter 18.8%, Casual 12.8%, Colorful 4.7%
C-RUSH is an old school Shooter, with HD graphics.A new threat is coming from the space; the plasma insects. Exterminate the vermin!!Beat your own score and compare it with the other players !Key Features:- One ship with different positions to use- Different Gameplay according to the positions and shoots- A Schmup where you need...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 67%, Shooter 14.5%, Side Scroller 14.2%, Indie 4.3%
A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.8%, Space 19.8%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Shooter 16%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%
Sisyphus Paradox is a fusion of roguelike tactical elements with classic side-scrolling shoot 'em up gameplay. Explore and fight your way across the galaxy as you try to get back home to Earth in this hand drawn indie game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.7%, Side Scroller 29.8%, Shooter 15.6%, Space 8.4%, Colorful 3.4%
A single-stick arcade shoot 'em up inspired by the golden years of retro gaming. Blast to the synthwave beat to combine powerups and destroy waves of invaders. Complete missions, compete on leaderboards, discover secrets, and unlock over 80 unique ships from every era of gaming.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.6%, Side Scroller 24.1%, Shooter 11.8%, Space 11.3%, Pixel Graphics 3.7%
A shooting game where a beautiful girl defeats enemies using magic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.1%, Side Scroller 22.7%, Shooter 18.3%, Casual 9.1%, Indie 8.2%
Origami Flight is a sidescrolling 2D shoot' em up where you control a paper airplane with a simple but challenging mission: to save the Origami World. Now you must beat 6 different stages with tons of enemies in order to save the Tsuru from the evil Origami Fox.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.6%, Side Scroller 27.9%, Shooter 11.6%, Colorful 5.9%, 2D 4.5%
In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Upgrade your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Emerge victorious as the ultimate space pilot!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.7%, Side Scroller 26.4%, Shooter 16.2%, Space 13.2%, Colorful 4.5%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 36%, Side Scroller 26.8%, Shooter 16.6%, Space 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.6%
Blast your way through a myriad of extra-terrestrial incursions in this arcade-style scrolling shooter! Pilot the ship Habroxia through 15 levels featuring intense boss fights, rescue missions, shifting perspectives, and untold surprises.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 37.1%, Side Scroller 23%, Shooter 18.4%, Space 11.7%, Pixel Graphics 4.8%
Execute intense space battle operations from side, and top view. Face tough enemies along your way, destroy guardians and generators. Dodge traps. Keep focus on targets. Think fast. Overcome the chaos. Join now and become an alpha centauri pilot. Bonus: retro like endless space shooter mini game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.5%, Side Scroller 24.5%, Space 17.7%, Shooter 14.5%, Indie 1.7%
The alien invaders have launched their final offensive on an already crippled Terra. Only one brave pilot can turn the tide of war. Cyber Seraph is a boss focused vertical shoot 'em up with unlockable abilities.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 65.9%, Side Scroller 12%, 2D 8.3%, Shooter 6.4%, Indie 3.9%
Syder Reloaded revives the Syder series in this love-letter to 90s Amiga shmups with upgraded graphics and refined gameplay. Challenging levels, a fleet of ships and a motherload of alien invaders. Get back to your roots and curse at your monitor in this skills-first shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.4%, Side Scroller 19.1%, Space 17.5%, Shooter 14.6%, Colorful 4.1%
2D side-scrolling shoot 'em up
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.1%, Side Scroller 24.9%, Shooter 19.8%, Space 11.5%, 2D 4.1%
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 56.4%, Shooter 13.4%, Space 13.4%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Indie 2.7%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Side Scroller 24.9%, Shooter 13.7%, Space 10%, Pixel Graphics 6.9%
classical horizontal scroll 2D Shmup
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.7%, Side Scroller 21.8%, Space 18.6%, Shooter 12.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%
A flying saucer chases you all over the galaxy. Run away, defeat enemies, and evolve to avoid getting abducted
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.4%, Side Scroller 27.2%, Shooter 16.1%, Space 11.8%, Pixel Graphics 4.1%
Icarus, a classic side-scrolling space shoot-em-up tribute! - Thumping soundtrack, Bosses, Multiples, Power-ups, Secrets, BIG levels... ...Give the (free) work in progress / teaser demo a try!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 45%, Side Scroller 28.4%, Shooter 10.9%, Space 8.7%, 2D 4.5%
It's a bullet-hell spaceship shooter. Can you survive the battlefield? Let's prove your shooting skills!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.8%, Side Scroller 24.9%, Space 16.7%, Shooter 15.2%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 36.3%, Side Scroller 28.3%, Shooter 15.9%, Space 9.8%, Colorful 3.4%
A fast-paced retro arcade shooter inspired by classic 1980s side-scrolling space combat. Weave through organic obstacles, survive relentless enemy waves, and defeat powerful end-level bosses in a pure, skill-driven singleplayer experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.6%, Side Scroller 24%, Space 13.4%, Shooter 11.6%, Pixel Graphics 5.6%
A short, mini-shooter inspired by all-nighters and meant to be played in quick runs. Rapid gear progression and powerful consumable items are matched by swarms of ever-increasing enemies. No extra lives--falling asleep is game over.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.9%, Side Scroller 26%, Casual 19.5%, Shooter 17.6%, Indie 5.9%
Monsters and Zombies from all the world are trying to steal the gift packages, they want it all and they want it now. But Santa has guns, big guns!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.2%, Side Scroller 27.8%, Shooter 22.1%, 2D 4.4%, Indie 1.5%
Survive 10 enemy stages! Shoot 'Em Up style, spaceship game, in pixel art and 8-bit retro music! Evolve your shot to the maximum level, use the energy bar for upgrades, and special abilities! Advance each stage by defeating Bosses and enemies to collect new skills, transformations and extra lives!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.4%, Space 20.7%, Side Scroller 8.2%, Colorful 6.9%, Shooter 6.5%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 34.9%, Side Scroller 22.9%, Shooter 17.7%, Space 15.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.1%
Super simple 2D shooter game! Use the two types of shots to push forward.Kick out the swarming zakos and take on the powerful bosses.7 crazy worlds are waiting for your cat!?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.9%, Side Scroller 27.1%, Shooter 20%, Pixel Graphics 5.8%, 2D 4.2%
Twinkle Hunter is a 2D action game focused on boss battles. Become a hunter whose teddy bear was stolen by the great villain 'Twinkle Thieves', and experience journey to retrieve the teddy bear. Can you hunt the thieves who attack you in various ways and rescue the teddy bear 'Mari'?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.6%, Side Scroller 31.5%, Shooter 17.9%, 2D 4.3%, Pixel Graphics 2.5%
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: Shoot 'Em Up 33.4%, Side Scroller 24%, Shooter 15.6%, Space 13.1%, Casual 5.7%
Reign of Bullets is a shoot ‘em up with epic loot and lots of guns. Upgrade your ship and customize your weapons to build the ultimate fighter plane.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 63.9%, Side Scroller 31.1%, Indie 5%
Jets'n'Guns is a heavy piece of ground shaking rock blasting action with graphics and special effects that will blow you eyes out! Enjoy yourself in almost-insane action adventure of saving the universe from the deadly threat of more than 270 unique monsters in the campaign of 43 levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 56.8%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Space 9.6%, Shooter 5.8%, 2D 2%
