- #1 Crisis Wing
97% 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 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, Bullet Hell 15.1%, Difficult 10.7%, Local Co-Op 9.9%
- #2 Proto Trigger
96% 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 23.2%, Local Co-Op 19.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Arcade 6.3%
- #3 SynthEscape
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RabidTomato Games
Windows · Linux
A Synthwave bullet hell shoot 'em up where grazing enemy fire charges your bullet-slowing field and builds your score. Play through 5 levels in solo or co-op with leaderboard support. '80s vibes meet precision shmup gameplay. Graze Bullets. Bend Time. Break the Future.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Bullet Hell 16%, Local Co-Op 14.7%, Top-Down Shooter 11.7%, Difficult 10.6%
- #4 Metis One
95% 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 19.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Bullet Hell 14%, Difficult 10.8%, Local Co-Op 8.3%
- #5 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
94% 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 26.9%, Bullet Hell 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Difficult 11.5%, Arcade 6.9%
- #6 Eigengrau
93% 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 20.3%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Local Co-Op 11.3%, Difficult 10%, Arcade 8.8%
- #7 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
92% 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 27.7%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 13.2%, Arcade 12.4%, Shooter 7.8%
- #8 IDF-ASD
94% 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 19.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Difficult 11.4%, Local Co-Op 10.1%
- #9 Sky Force Reloaded
91% matchVery Positive93% of 2,659 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 21.7%, Local Co-Op 17.2%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Arcade 8.9%
- #10 Sky Force Anniversary
90% matchVery Positive92% of 2,138 reviews2015
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 30.8%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Local Co-Op 13.7%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 8.5%
- #11 Astro Fighters
89% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Astro Fighters is a tough old school vertical scrolling bullet hell shooter designed to test your skills with non-stop arcade style action. Fight against large bosses at the end of every level and compete for the high score across 4 difficulty modes to be the best fighter pilot in the game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 13.8%, Arcade 9.2%, Local Co-Op 8.5%
- #12 Unexpected Sequence
91% 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 19.6%, Local Co-Op 18.1%, Bullet Hell 16%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Arcade 8.3%
- #13 Wish Project
89% 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 24.9%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Local Co-Op 19.6%, Difficult 10.3%, Arcade 7.7%
- #14 Spinner Invaders
87% 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 19.8%, Bullet Hell 17%, Local Co-Op 12.8%, Difficult 11.9%, Arcade 8.3%
- #15 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
88% 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 20.9%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Local Co-Op 13.3%, Arcade 9.1%, Difficult 8.9%
- #16 Space Drift Squad
86% 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 21.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 10.4%, Difficult 6.7%
- #17 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
84% 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 28.6%, Bullet Hell 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 7.4%
- #18 Laser Droplets
85% 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%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 14.6%, Shooter 5.4%
- #19 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
86% 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 20.2%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Local Co-Op 10.7%, Arcade 10.5%
- #20 Arcade Forever
83% 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%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shooter 9.5%, Space 6.6%
- #21 1x! Space Adventure
84% 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 23.7%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Arcade 14%, Shooter 10.5%
- #22 4D:XD
81% 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 25.5%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Arcade 9.5%, Shooter 8.5%
- #23 Never Not Shooting
82% 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 22.9%, Bullet Hell 19%, Local Co-Op 13.8%, Arcade 10.1%, Difficult 7.6%
- #24 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
80% 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%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Arcade 8.3%, Shooter 8%
- #25 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
81% 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 26.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Arcade 11.3%, Shooter 10.3%
- #26 Warding Witches
82% 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 29.3%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Local Co-Op 14%, Arcade 13%, Difficult 7.5%
- #27 SUPER FLAIL
79% matchVery Positive93% of 158 reviews2018
Dev: CryptMadePub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 44%
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 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Difficult 12.6%, Arcade 8.8%
- #28 Exo-Calibre
77% 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 31.4%, Top-Down Shooter 21.6%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shooter 8.7%, Space 3.9%
- #29 Dental Strike
77% 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 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Difficult 11.8%, Flight 8.3%
- #30 Orchid Glitter
79% 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 21.4%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Arcade 7.4%, Score Attack 5.8%
- #31 Revolution Ace
78% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,880 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 41.8%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Local Co-Op 17.1%, Arcade 7.8%, Shooter 6.9%
- #32 Psyvariar 3
78% matchNo user 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%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Arcade 9.1%, Shooter 8.2%
- #33 Dininho Space Adventure
76% 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 24.7%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Arcade 14%, Shooter 10.7%
- #34 Asteroidia
73% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Duk Studios
Windows
A simple and fun space shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Bullet Hell 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Arcade 8%, Shooter 7.9%
- #35 Polygon Attack
75% matchVery Positive88% of 268 reviews2016
Dev: Magnolia Art
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Break through unlimited waves of enemies and fight unpredictable bosses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14.8%, Arcade 10.3%, Space 9%
- #36 RPM - Road Punk Mayhem
74% match6 user reviews83% of 6 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 25.9%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shooter 8.5%, Arcade 8.2%
- #37 Space Waves
74% 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%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Arcade 11.5%, Shooter 9.2%
- #38 INSPACE 2980
75% matchMixed50% of 14 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%, Bullet Hell 17%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Difficult 8.2%, Flight 7.8%
- #39 Strelitzia
76% 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 34.2%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 22%, Arcade 13.7%, Action 4.3%
- #40 Airstrife: Assault of the Aviators
73% 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 19.1%, Bullet Hell 13.8%, Local Co-Op 13%, Top-Down Shooter 12.1%, Difficult 10.2%
- #41 Crucible
73% 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%, Bullet Hell 26.3%, Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, Shooter 8.8%, Score Attack 4.4%
- #42 Zannon
71% 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 28.1%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Top-Down Shooter 23%, Arcade 11.1%, Action 4.1%
- #43 Raiden IV x MIKADO remix
71% matchMixed70% of 23 reviews2023
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: NIS America, Inc.
Windows
Buckle up and blast off with Raiden IV x MIKADO remix! This classic arcade shoot ‘em up comes fully equipped with new music, battle modes, vertical screen play, and more!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 17%, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 10.6%, Shooter 8.3%
- #44 Phoenix 2
70% matchMixed67% of 211 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 21.3%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Procedural Generation 10.6%, Arcade 9.3%
- #45 Kalzor: 2000
72% 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 22.5%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Difficult 10.9%, Arcade 10.3%
- #46 Akka Arrh
69% matchVery Positive84% of 64 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 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Arcade 9.8%, Shooter 8.2%
- #47 TCSTRIKERS2
70% 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 27.9%, Top-Down Shooter 27.6%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shooter 8.9%, Score Attack 5%
- #48 Heliocide
72% matchNo user reviews2026
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 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Procedural Generation 8.4%, Arcade 8.2%
- #49 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
69% 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 25.7%, Bullet Hell 21%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Arcade 10.9%, Shooter 8.2%
- #50 Star Jet Alpha
71% 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 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Arcade 11.5%, Shooter 9%
- #51 Two by One
69% 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 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Local Co-Op 14%, Difficult 12%
- #52 HYPER METEOR
67% 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%, Local Co-Op 19.4%, Bullet Hell 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 13.1%, Arcade 8.3%
- #53 Hoodie Survivor and Super Hoodie Bros
67% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: The Voices Games
Windows
Auto shooter score attack survival game where your character moves forward continuously and you control the direction of travel by rotating left and right
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Bullet Hell 21%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Arcade 14%, Shooter 10.7%
- #54 Starexcess
68% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2019
Dev: Super16bits
Windows
Escape from a tyrant government and save the planet Shambala. Be the resistance! Starexcess is a retro-looking vertical shoot 'em up inspired by the 16-bit era. Take on enemy armies and dodge frenetic shots in this shoot 'em up for one or two players in a local ofline co-op.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Bullet Hell 14%, Procedural Generation 8.1%
- #55 Space Maxwell: Arcade
67% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamland Games
Windows
Shoot your enemies and try not to let them multiply themselves and turn the game into a chaotic space battle! Space Maxwell is an arcade shooter where your spaceship has the ability to destroy or to multiply your enemies. Climb the leaderboard and try to survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 8.8%
- #56 Spinner Invaders 2: A Mad Revenge
70% matchNo user reviews
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 a new mystery threat by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Local Co-Op 20.2%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Arcade 11.6%, Difficult 6.3%
- #57 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
66% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: Strides Interactive Game Studio
Windows
SHOOT 'EM UP!Starlight: Eye of The Storm is a 2D Vertical SHMUP set in a 3D background. Unleash your special powers, upgrade your weapons! Take on 10 Arcade stages or 15 Campaign missions! Drift (auto-pivot mode) behind your enemies and take them on with style!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Arcade 9.7%, Shooter 8.1%
- #58 Rheum
67% 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 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Difficult 14%, Arcade 9.7%
- #59 Xenoraid: The First Space War
66% matchVery Positive87% of 140 reviews2016
Dev: 10tons Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with procedurally driven missions and detailed shooting mechanics. Modern features such as real time fighter switching and squadron management make Xenoraid a fresh and thrilling shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Local Co-Op 16.5%, Bullet Hell 11%, Arcade 9.6%, Shooter 7.8%