- #1 Heliocide
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: HorrorScope
Windows
Heliocide is a relentless top-down scrolling action! Arm your shields, lasers, guns, bombs and missiles to defend the solar system from a massive invasion!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Local Co-Op 10.4%, Procedural Generation 7.8%
- #2 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
96% matchVery Positive97% of 367 reviews2021
Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 7.9 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 18.5%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Arcade 8.1%
- #3 DELTAZEAL
96% matchMostly Positive76% of 80 reviews2015
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Triangle Service presents the essential arcade experience! Power up your ship, evade enemy fire, and blast your way to the final boss in DeltaZeal!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Local Co-Op 13.8%, Arcade 6.8%
- #4 XIIZEAL
95% matchVery Positive87% of 67 reviews2015
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Enjoy a fast and frantic arcade shmup from Triangle Service! Attack in all directions and rack up the multipliers - do you have XIIZEAL?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Difficult 10.9%, Local Co-Op 8.5%
- #5 Crisis Wing
94% matchVery Positive90% of 89 reviews2020
Dev: Pieslice Productions
Windows · Mac
Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Bullet Hell 15%, Difficult 10.7%, Local Co-Op 9.9%
- #6 Proto Trigger
94% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Busted Atlas
Windows
An arcade shoot'em up with unique power-infusion gameplay. Face down an unknown army alone or with a friend in online or local co-op. Navigate the cosmos to save the remants of humanity, or join them in extinction!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Local Co-Op 19.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Arcade 6.3%
- #7 TRIZEAL Remix
93% matchPositive81% of 37 reviews2016
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
Transform or die. TRIZEAL Remix has classic shoot-’em-up style with a refined depth just below the surface. Strategically transform your ship to switch between and upgrade three distinct weapons: a wide shot, a narrow laser, and guided missiles. Shoot with intelligence!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Difficult 11.5%, Arcade 7.8%
- #8 Metis One
92% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Actuator GamesPub: Actuator Games LLC
Windows
Metis One is an action-packed co-op top down shooter in the design style of the arcade classics. Take command of the A6-Gravitus to defend the people of Jupiter Colony, Metis One, against an unrelenting alien onslaught. With Drop-In Co-op, Player Two can join the action at anytime!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Difficult 10.8%, Local Co-Op 8.3%
- #9 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
91% matchVery Positive95% of 84 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
"Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Difficult 11.6%, Arcade 6.8%
- #10 Eigengrau
90% matchVery Positive100% of 88 reviews2023
Dev: Martin Mauersics
Windows · Mac · Linux
A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Difficult 10%, Top-Down Shooter 8.8%
- #11 IDF-ASD
91% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: Initial Node
Windows
Intense one or two player bullet hell a call back to the arcade shooters of the past.Not an easy bullet hell, but once you beat a mission the next mission stays unlocked and you can replay missions already beat to get points and parts for upgrades.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Difficult 11.4%, Local Co-Op 10.1%
- #12 Sky Force Reloaded
89% matchVery Positive93% of 2,688 reviews2017
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Arcade 8.9%
- #13 Astro Fighters
87% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
A score-driven vertical STG built around aggressive grazing, medal chaining, and risk-reward survival mechanics. Dodge impossible bullet patterns, manipulate time itself, and push for the ultimate 1CC.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 9.1%, Local Co-Op 8.6%
- #14 Unexpected Sequence
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Breach Studio
Windows
Unexpected Sequence is a game inspired by classic bullet hell titles, aiming to keep the original feel and some of the difficulty. Customize your ship and fight your way back to humanity through hordes of enemies and unique bosses.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Local Co-Op 18.2%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Arcade 8.3%
- #15 Wish Project
88% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2016
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Wish Project is a vertical shoot 'em up that features unique and challenging bullet patterns, 4 difficulties ranging from casual to hardcore, 8 unique playable characters, 6 stages, local co-op, unlockable characters and game modes, and an intuitive scoring system that encourages replay and mastery.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Local Co-Op 19.6%, Difficult 10.3%, Arcade 7.7%
- #16 Sky Force Anniversary
86% matchVery Positive92% of 2,149 reviews2015
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Local Co-Op 14%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 8.4%
- #17 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Arcade 9.1%, Difficult 8.9%
- #18 Spinner Invaders
85% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Wobi Games
Windows
Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from The General by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Difficult 11.9%, Arcade 8.3%
- #19 Astro Fighters 2
82% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2026
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Blast through overwhelming bullet storms, graze enemy fire for massive score boosts, and bend time to survive impossible odds in this intense arcade-inspired vertical shmup. Master unique ships, conquer brutal bosses, and chase the perfect run.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Local Co-Op 12.2%, Difficult 9.8%
- #20 Space Drift Squad
84% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: Penguin Tower Studios
Windows
Call your friends and lead your squad through the outer space and protect your planet from asteroids and alien ships on this local shoot'em up. Shoot, evolve e explode these space enemies.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 10.3%, Difficult 6.7%
- #21 EXZEAL
83% matchMostly Positive73% of 26 reviews2016
Dev: TRIANGLE SERVICEPub: KOMODO
Windows
A sequel that isn’t afraid to be different. EXZEAL is the followup to TRIZEAL Remix, but it’s much more than a simple rehash. Choose between multiple ships and specialize in each one’s weapon system. Will you focus on shooting, shot charging, or close-range attacks? In EXZEAL, it’s your choice.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Difficult 11.6%, Local Co-Op 10.2%
- #22 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
Rock 'N Roll G.E.O.S. Wars is a completely new dimension of the original Rock 'N Roll game. In this game, players can work together to vanquish the space rocks that threaten Earth... or they can choose to face each other in a wide variety of duel modes!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Local Co-Op 10.8%, Arcade 10.4%
- #23 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
81% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 7.4%
- #24 Laser Droplets
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Kikashi Online
Windows · Mac
Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 14.5%, Shooter 5.5%
- #25 Arcade Forever
80% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: KOD7
Windows
Arcade Forever is a 3D vertical space shooter. This is an action game in which many enemies, obstacles and different weapons guarantee great fun. If you like fast space action, this is the game for you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Shooter 9.6%, Space 6.6%
- #26 1x! Space Adventure
81% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Lunar Madcap
Windows
1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Arcade 13.9%, Shooter 10.5%
- #27 4D:XD
78% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Ryan Brammen
Windows
4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Bullet Hell 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Arcade 9.4%, Shooter 8.6%
- #28 Never Not Shooting
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Hand Cannon Games
Windows
Grab up to 3 friends and defend the sun from swarms of enemies in this local coop twin stick shooter. Siphon energy from the sun and shoot as many attackers as you can to claim the high score before it explodes! Fight over experience and upgrade your ship to keep up with the ever-mounting pressure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.1%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Local Co-Op 13.9%, Arcade 10.1%, Difficult 7.6%
- #29 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
78% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: G-MODE
Windows
It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Arcade 11.5%, Shooter 10.4%
- #30 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
77% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
This is a high-difficulty bullet hell shooting game and a sequel to "Bullet Hell Monday." It offers an exciting experience for players who demand advanced skills and precise strategies. As a common system, six types of special weapons are equipped, expanding the player's tactical range.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Arcade 8.2%, Shooter 8.1%
- #31 Warding Witches
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SonorodePub: Headup
Windows · Linux
Warding Witches offers a classic, unapologetic bullet hell shoot ‘em up challenge while also putting defense into players’ hands. Experience an adrenaline-filled flow alternating between attacking, defending and dodging, amplified by an intuitive scoring system that weaves into gameplay seamlessly.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Bullet Hell 25.9%, Local Co-Op 14%, Arcade 13%, Difficult 7.5%
- #32 Psyvariar 3
75% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2026
Dev: Banana BytesPub: Red Art Games
Windows
Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Arcade 9.1%, Shooter 8.2%
- #33 Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX
76% matchMixed67% of 30 reviews2023
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Soar sky-high in Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX, an electrifying entry in the classic arcade shoot-‘em-up series! Customize your music, wallpapers, game mode, and more before launching into high-octane aerial action!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Arcade 10.5%, Local Co-Op 6.4%
- #34 SUPER FLAIL
75% matchVery Positive93% of 159 reviews2018
Dev: CryptMadePub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 5.7 hrs≥1hr: 43%
SUPER FLAIL is a fast-paced arcade score attack game of flail-swinging rampage. Swing your flail to destroy everything until you die. Compare your score with other players and get on the top of the leaderboards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Difficult 12.7%, Arcade 8.8%
- #35 Exo-Calibre
74% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Vampixel GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Take to the skies as a team of cute pilots and fight for peace in vertical scrolling bullet hell style!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shooter 8.8%, Space 3.9%
- #36 Shmup!
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Conti Games
Windows · Mac
Arcade-style bullet hell action! 3 ships, 5 special weapons, and screen-clearing bombs. Conquer 5 intense stages with dynamic difficulty—then compete for high scores on online leaderboards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Arcade 13.1%, Difficult 8.9%, Top-Down Shooter 8.5%
- #37 Dental Strike
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Joycat Games
Windows
A throwback to retro shoot'em up games typical of the 80s, where you play as a tooth fairy fighting against rotten teeth and bacteria using different abilities and special shots.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Difficult 11.8%, Flight 8.3%
- #38 Revolution Ace
74% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,886 reviews2014
Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A deep, tactical shoot'em up. With every takedown, you’ll earn cash and xp to upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Online and local co-op. Unique versus mode. Realistic physics and water simulation.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Arcade 7.8%, Shooter 7%
- #39 Orchid Glitter
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Bullet Hell 21%, Arcade 7.4%, Score Attack 5.8%
- #40 Dininho Space Adventure
73% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: Dininho
Windows
Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Arcade 14%, Shooter 10.8%
- #41 DoDonPachi Resurrection
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,062 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.2 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: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Bullet Hell 15.4%, Local Co-Op 13.5%, Arcade 8.1%
- #42 Asteroidia
70% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Duk Studios
Windows
A simple and fun space shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Bullet Hell 23.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Arcade 8%, Shooter 8%
- #43 RPM - Road Punk Mayhem
71% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2024
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Hit the road for explosive bullet hell action through a post-apocalyptic wasteland!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shooter 8.5%, Arcade 8.2%
- #44 Rheum
72% matchPositive81% of 27 reviews2018
Dev: SpaceMyFriend
Windows
Jump down the esophagus of a body plagued by viruses and big bad bosses in this reverse vertical scrolling shoot'em up! Collect eye crusties, upgrade your pupils, and clear the screen of bullets with your cornea crushing eye blasts!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Difficult 14%, Arcade 9.7%
- #45 Space Waves
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Space Waves is a procedurally generated 2D arcade style shooter with multiple collectable power ups and varying enemy types. This game will casually draw you in and then increase the pace and difficulty as you progress through the never ending levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 19%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Arcade 11.4%, Shooter 9.3%
- #46 INSPACE 2980
72% matchMixed53% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: R_Games
Windows · Mac
INSPACE 2980 is a stylish and dynamic SHMUP from the 16-bit era of games consoles and arcade machines. Take part in an exciting adventure and save the galaxy! Once again!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Difficult 8.3%, Flight 7.8%
- #47 Strelitzia
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sorgintza
Windows · Linux
An arcade style bullet-hell shoot 'em up where you'll have to dodge thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.5%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 4.4%
- #48 Crucible
70% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
Dev: TriScalePub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.2%, Bullet Hell 26%, Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, Shooter 8.8%, Score Attack 4.4%
- #49 Airstrife: Assault of the Aviators
70% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Kenisoft Game Studio
Windows
Use Aileron Rolling or Evading your enemies' attacks while having a realistic damage system. Use different planes with upgradable parts and numerous weapons you can mount to your planes to destroy your enemies. Fly solo or play with your friends and enjoy local coop. A modern re-invented classic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Local Co-Op 13%, Top-Down Shooter 12.1%, Difficult 10.2%
- #50 Zannon
69% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: JimJams Games
Windows
Zannon is our take on the classic shooters of the late 1980's and early 1990's. Blast your way through 10 challanging levels, collect awesome power-ups, battle numereous different enemies, base and gun platforms. - Love retro and you'll love Zannon.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Bullet Hell 26.2%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Arcade 11.1%, Action 4.1%
- #51 The War Enders: First Strike
68% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Crystal Heart's Studio
Windows
The War Enders: First Strike is a bullet hell shooting game. While having 3D graphics, the game keeps a classic taste of this hardcore genre. Select and customize your fighter with interest. Dodge the bullet and strike back the unknown with the determination to save the Earth!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Top-Down Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 9.8%, Score Attack 6.9%
- #52 Phoenix 2
67% matchMixed67% of 218 reviews2025
Dev: Firi Games
Windows
A fast-paced shoot 'em up where skill matters. Master over 100 ships, unleash powerful special abilities, and blast through waves of Invaders. Play a new mission every day and climb the world-wide leaderboards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Procedural Generation 10.6%, Arcade 9.2%
- #53 Akka Arrh
67% matchVery Positive85% of 66 reviews2023
Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Akka Arrh is a modern take on a scrapped project from the 1980s, providing players with a fast-paced, addictive, arcade shooter experience and psychedelic visuals. Protect your life rings as you chain together combos and go for a high score!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Arcade 9.8%, Shooter 8.2%
- #54 TCSTRIKERS2
68% match7 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Project Anthem
Windows
Touhou-like 2D shooting!!! Chubby protagonist!! Orthodox and easy to understand operation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Top-Down Shooter 27.5%, Bullet Hell 21%, Shooter 9%, Score Attack 4.9%
- #55 Kalzor: 2000
69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Roley Games
Windows
Shoot different types of spaceships while avoiding getting shot yourself. Kill 10 minutes at a time with this affordable colourful timewaster.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Difficult 11%, Arcade 10.2%
- #56 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
67% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: PopTea Games
Windows
CRAZY APPLIANCES is a fast paced top-down shooter game! The elect robots are insane, heroes! Fight your way by using various weapons and powerful items to defeat them in different dangerous situation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Arcade 10.9%, Shooter 8.3%
- #57 Star Jet Alpha
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Valles Games
Windows · Mac
Star Jet Alpha is a top-down space shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Progress through each stage by blowing up enemy space stations while avoiding or destroying enemy missiles, space mines and asteroids. Unlock Star Jet capabilities by completing stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Arcade 11.5%, Shooter 9.1%
- #58 HYPER METEOR
65% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2023
Dev: Vertex Pop
Windows · Mac
YOU ARE LOST IN SPACE! ALL WEAPONS ARE DOWN! Survive by ramming your ship into meteors and hostile forces.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Local Co-Op 19.5%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 8.3%
- #59 Two by One
67% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Javier Ortega
Windows
Do you have what it takes to beat two games at the same time? Prove your skills by controlling two ships simultaneously or join forces with a friend to overcome the challenge of this stylish Shoot'Em Up.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Local Co-Op 14%, Difficult 12%