- #1 Wild Blue Skies
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Chuhai LabsPub: Humble Games
Windows
Wild Blue Skies reimagines the classic on-rail adventures of the '90s. Join Bowie Stray and the Blue Bombers as they soar through the skies on a mission to save the world in this action-packed, nostalgic journey!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 33.7% ★, Flight 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.5%, Shooter 7.8%, Arcade 7.4%
- #2 BeachHead Arcade
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Digital Fusion Inc.
Windows
Experience the thrill of fast-paced, continuous action with short-level pauses. BH Arcade is designed for quick and enjoyable play, whether you're competing for the top spot or just having fun. Get ready to relive the arcade nostalgia in a whole new way!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 32.4% ★, Nostalgia 23.4% ★, Shooter 8%, Military 7.9%, Old School 7.7%
- #3 Xenocider
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 2Dream CoporationPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast through corrupted worlds in this HD remaster of a cult classic! Xenocider is a third-person rail shooter inspired by arcade classics and presented in nostalgic 32-bit style!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 38% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Flight 14.1%, Shooter 12%, Arcade 6.7%
- #4 Tunnel Assault
95% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Crazy Retro Games
Windows
Pilot your spaceship through unyielding tunnels, dodging obstacles, and unleashing dual lasers in this procedurally generated, fast-paced adventure. Unlock new ships and upgrade your arsenal as you advance, race against time, and emerge as the ultimate tunnel ace 🚀🌠
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 37.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, Arcade 9.9%, Shooter 9.9%, Flight 9.2%
- #5 Duck Shoot (C64/VIC-20)
94% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: Mr Chip SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this classic shooting gallery, originally released for Commodore home computers in 1984, try to rack up as many points as you can by shooting ducks, bunnies, owls, and plates. Watch out for the ducks who spring to live and fly down to try and eat your bullets!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 40.1% ★, Nostalgia 21.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Shooter 7.8%, Arcade 5.7%
- #6 Liquid Space Dimension
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: Ben KramerPub: Puppet Fox
Windows
Fly and fight through the vibrant universe of Liquid Space Dimension in this retro-inspired action shooter! As Sid Seaburn, pilot of the Star Drifter, master a wide range mechanics like drifting, laser beams, and torpedoes to get the highest score possible and stop the evil general Ra-Baba!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 40.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Flight 14.6%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 8.7%
- #7 FUR Squadron Phoenix
93% matchPositive89% of 37 reviews2026
Dev: Raptor Claw
Windows
Embark on an action-packed adventure in this on-rails space shooter. As a pilot in training, you’ll battle in strange virtual worlds. Master your ship, upgrade your skills, and protect the federation from an imminent threat. Are you ready for the challenge?
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 33.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Flight 13.6%, Vehicular Combat 9.1% ★, Shooter 9%
- #8 Ex-Zodiac
92% matchVery Positive94% of 999 reviews2022
Dev: MNKYPub: Pixeljam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 36 minMean: 1.0 hrs≥1hr: 34%
A fast-paced low-poly 3D rail shooter heavily inspired by classics of the early 90's. Join protagonist Kyuu as she fights to free the worlds of the Sanzaru Star System, overrun by the intergalactic terrorist organization known as Zodiac.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 41.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Flight 13.7%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8.9%
- #9 Hive Dive
91% matchMixed60% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: PewPew StudioPub: Breda University of Applied Sciences
Windows
An endless-running on-rail shooter where you pilot a remote-controlled drone into hordes of enemies. Shoot down the invaders, fly through colorful Patagonia, and get the highest score!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 40.6% ★, Flight 15.4%, Vehicular Combat 15.1% ★, Shooter 9%, Arcade 8%
- #10 Point Rescue Arcade
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Magellanic Games LTD
Windows · Linux
A retro styled on-rails, light gun shooter. Play as Agent Red fighting crime through the bright and colourful City 2. Choose between arcade and dynamic mode, offering fresh experiences on repeated playthroughs.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 51.9% ★, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 10.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.6%, Action 5.8%
- #11 FUR Squadron
90% matchVery Positive82% of 79 reviews2023
Dev: Raptor Claw
Windows
The FUR Squadron faces a mysterious threat during what appears at first to be routine virtual reality training.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 37.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Flight 13.7%, Vehicular Combat 11.2% ★, Shooter 8.8%
- #12 Katalyst
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dabuggy Games
Windows
Katalyst is a 2-D Space Shooter for the people who love and grew up with Space Shooters! Guide the Hero on his journey to defeat the evil aliens threatening civilization! If you like dodging bullets, precision shooting, and only being able to move in 8-directions, then this game is for you!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.3%, Military 9.2%
- #13 THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD: Remake
89% matchMixed68% of 2,812 reviews2022
Dev: MegaPixel Studio S. A.Pub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 2.5 hrs≥1hr: 49%
THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD: Remake is a remade version of the game introduced in 1997 in arcade platform. A classic arcade rail-shooter receives a whole new entourage and gameplay changes to suit modern gaming standards.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 50.6% ★, Shooter 9.9%, 1990's 7.6%, Arcade 6.6%, Action 6.2%
- #14 Candy Rangers
88% matchPositive85% of 34 reviews2025
Dev: MechanoPub: JanduSoft
Windows
Go on a single player, On-Rails Shooter Adventure in Candy Rangers and match 4 colors with 4 rangers! Each ranger can take down enemies that match their color, and it's up to you to use each one accordingly! Can you match them all?
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 44.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.8%, 1990's 10.2%, Arcade 9.8%, Shooter 8.9%
- #15 THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2: Remake
87% matchMixed45% of 535 reviews2025
Dev: MegaPixel Studio S. A.Pub: Forever Entertainment S. A.
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 52%
THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2: Remake is a remake of the second entry in the well-known and popular rail-shooter series. Take on the lone role of a secret agent as James or Gary, or team up in co-op mode to neutralize the dangerous undead monsters standing in your way.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 42.7% ★, 1990's 10.9%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9.5%, Old School 8.1%
- #16 Sky Squadron
86% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Trick Shot Development
Windows
Jump in the bloomin' gunner seat as Keith Koala to save your mates & their island paradise from the evil invading empire! Sky Squadron offers a unique Aussie twist on shooter classics like Star Fox and Panzer Dragoon, while adding thrilling & immersive VR gunner gameplay.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 36.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Flight 13.2%, Vehicular Combat 12.1% ★, Shooter 8.2%
- #17 CURRO
86% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2022
Dev: EXITUS
Windows
Curro is a first person shooter game. Set your record in the world generated endlessly.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 45.3% ★, Arcade 13.1%, Shooter 13%, Action 11.5%, 1990's 9.8%
- #18 Astro Flame: Starfighter
84% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Satur Entertainment
Windows
You are the last pilot standing against an enemy fleet. Upgrade your starfighter, face epic bosses, and survive the chaos of space battles. Astro Flame: Starfighter is a fast-paced arcade shoot ‘em up in the spirit of the classics.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 46.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Flight 13.2%, Shooter 7.4%, Arcade 6.5%
- #19 Grand Shooter
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Grumpy Fox
Windows · Mac · Linux
Grand Shooter is the reinvention of the Light Gun On-Rails Shooter genre, from old school arcades to modern devices. Shoot everything that moves—just make sure they aren't hostages! 🙆♂️🔜💔
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 55.7% ★, Arcade 12.2%, Shooter 12.2%, Action 7.3%, First-Person 4.3%
- #20 Atomic Raid
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Surreal Overflow
Windows · Mac
Incredible drive, endless ammunition and Kate's “caring” support, and ahead - a horde of enemies eager to destroy humanity. Will you be able to stop them? A 3D rail shooter inspired by classic arcade machines with the addition of modern mechanics and online leaderboards.. It won't be boring.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 36.2% ★, Flight 13.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, 1990's 9.1%, Arcade 7.9%
- #21 IcoNick Duster - Planets Defender
83% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: ima shouganai
Windows
Nick Duster, better known as "IcoNick", a war veteran of the intergalactic congregation, who has been brought back to defend the planets from hostile alliances. Control your turret, with high firepower. 3 game modes: Contracts, Asteroids and Invasion. Full of action. Hundreds of galaxies awaits. Go!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 43.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Shooter 11%, 1990's 10.6%, Arcade 10.5%
- #22 Eskadrila X - Rift Protocol
82% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: xRatchet Games
Windows
A fast-paced 3D rail shooter with photo-realistic UE5 visuals. Destroy enemy waves, upgrade and customize your ship to meet escalating challenges, uncover hidden paths with secret rewards, and blast through fully 3D environments with physics-driven destruction.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 44.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 7.2%, Flight 6.2%
- #23 NectorX
82% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Gergenia
Windows · Linux
NectorX is an arcade rail shooter where you control a spaceship and fight against rogue machines that cross your path.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 56.5% ★, Shooter 12.1%, Flight 12.1%, Arcade 11.8%, Action 5.9%
- #24 ᴛᴜᴍᴏʀ ɴᴇᴄʀᴏꜱɪꜱ ꜰᴀᴄᴛᴏʀ:// αᴍᴇɴ
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ChickenHat
Windows
Tear through the decaying Earth as a mutant half-worm in this arcade inspired rail shooter! Branching paths, fast-paced gameplay, and lots of gore: this grotesque mass is a blood smeared love letter to the classics of old.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 56.8% ★, Shooter 12.2%, Arcade 10.6%, Action 5.8%, Old School 5.1%
- #25 Undead Exterminator
81% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: GLHF_Studio
Windows
"The Undead Exterminator" is an exciting 3D zombie shooter where players pick up a rifle and battle hordes of the undead. You will have to shoot zombies and survive in an apocalyptic world.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 64.5% ★, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 11.8%, 3D 4.5%, Action 4.3%
- #26 Breaking Enigma
80% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Alphanu Game Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Breakout remake with a tempest 2000 and Geometry Wars like twist. No in-game purchase everything is included. The ultimate survival mode with Infinite looping levels, getting progressively harder on each loop. Submit you high scores and race to be the global leader. Supports Mouse or Controller
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 57.4% ★, Arcade 14.1%, Action 12.6%, Old School 12.1%, Combat 3%
- #27 StarsAway
79% matchPositive90% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: Adam Howell
Windows · Linux
Classic rail shooter action. Find secrets and tactics to clear levels effectively across three difficulty settings. Unlock mini games as you progress.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 43.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Vehicular Combat 13.2% ★, Shooter 9.9%, Arcade 9.4%
- #28 The Tales of Redbox: An Escape From Desire
79% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2021
Dev: Kareem HyverPub: Hyver Works.
Windows
A rail shooter thriller that will put your mouse flicks to the test.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 61.1% ★, Shooter 12.8%, Arcade 11.4%, Old School 6.2%, 3D 4%
- #29 Turning The Tide
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Funky Monkey Games
Windows
Welcome to January 1941. Allied forces have just repelled an invasion force in the Battle of Britain but their forces are severely depleted. Plans have been made to halt the Nazi war machine and Turn The Tide towards an all out victory. YOU have been hand-picked to carry out those plans. God Speed.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 34.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Flight 13%, Vehicular Combat 9% ★, Military 8.9%
- #30 Anima Shin Gun
78% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Vintash Vishons
Windows
A Bullet Hell Rail Shooter where you get shot to survive. Engage enemies and absorb their bullets as “seconds of life” by switching to the right color frequency. Thus, surviving long enough to break the time loop you’re trapped in and complete the ENTIRE adventure before the countdown gets to zero.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 42.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Flight 14.8%, Arcade 8.8%, Shooter 7.9%
- #31 VIRTUAL SOLDIERS
78% matchNegative10% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: Sean Adair Entertainment
Windows · Mac
A rail shooter. Grab one of 6 weapons, blast through levels filled with enemies, blow up the environments, grab health packs dropped from enemies, and defeat the unique bosses.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 40.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 8.4%, Military 8.1%
- #32 Star Boy and The Captain of Outer Space
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Not Unlike Games
Windows
Star Boy and the Captain of Outer Space is a On Rails Sci-Fi Space Shooter Adventure from Not Unlike Games! Featuring light Third Person Shooter element, Multiple Playable Characters, and a Dynamic Story!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 55.2% ★, Shooter 14.6%, Action 12.4%, Vehicular Combat 12.3% ★, 3D 4.7%
- #33 Missile Dancer 2
75% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2024
Dev: TERARIN GAMES
Windows
Missile Dancer 2 is a new sprite scaler shmup that combines rail shooter and caravan STG.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 52.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Arcade 11%, Shooter 10.1%, Action 5.8%
- #34 Smokkehed
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tynepunk
Windows
Smokkehed is a music driven on-rails shooter set in a beautiful surreal world.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Flight 9.8%, 1990's 8.3%, Shooter 8.1%
- #35 Mystic Midway: Rest in Pieces
77% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Philips P.O.V. Entertainment GroupPub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
Mystic Midway: Rest in Pieces – Somewhere between heaven and earth stands the mystic midway. Its live action ‘Master of Cemeteries’ the humorously insulting Dr Dearth, welcomes you to his shooting gallery, Rest in Pieces! Fire away at ghosts, ghouls, and all things that go bump in the night.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 44.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 10.9%, 1990's 10.2%
- #36 Dimension Tripper Neptune: TOP NEP
75% matchVery Positive95% of 714 reviews2022
Dev: Idea FactoryPub: Idea Factory International
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Older Neptune and friends shoot and slash through enemies of Gamindustri in this rail shooter!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 51.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Arcade 12.3%, Action 9.8%, Old School 6.7%
- #37 KABUKI FIRE
73% match9 user reviews89% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Atmosphere Entertainment Studios Ltd.
Windows
Every year, the world's best shooters gather on a tropical island, to participate in a lethal competition! Will young yakuza Kamoku Shimazu be able to pass the test and revenge her beloved father's assassination?
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 47.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 12.4%, Action 10.4%
- #38 The Twilight Hour Protocol
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: p1xelgoose
Windows
Race back home before time runs out in this retro-style sci-fi 3D rail-shooter. Manage your speed, deploy your defenses, and fight off waves of enemies as you utilize the scrap from their ships to power your own.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 57.4% ★, Flight 19.8%, Shooter 11.5%, Action 5.3%, 3D 4.1%
- #39 Astrodogs
74% matchVery Positive81% of 67 reviews2021
Dev: Dynamic Media TriadPub: Digital Tribe
Windows
Astrodogs is an on-rails arcade action game featuring a cast of space dogs that have to save the galaxy from WOOFER, a corporation that controls everything. Also ran by dogs.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 35.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.3%, Flight 12.7%, Vehicular Combat 11.8% ★, Shooter 7.7%
- #40 Alastrius
72% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Caledonia Interactive
Windows
In this explosive on-the-rails shooter pilot powerful Star-Fighters and wage a vast interstellar war. Chart your own course across a galaxy of exotic sci-fi worlds as you carve a path to the Capital. Lay waste to hordes of enemy ships and bring down ruthless bosses. You are the Republics last hope!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 38.9% ★, Flight 13.2%, Vehicular Combat 13.1% ★, Shooter 8.7%, Arcade 6.3%
- #41 Voidstorm
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Small Miracles
Windows
Voidstorm is an on-rails shooter in space with twin stick controls. Fight epic space battles against fleets of enemies, engage and destroy capital ships, evade through narrow passages and save the federation together with your wingmates.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 57.4% ★, Arcade 9.8%, Flight 9.2%, Action 9.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 6.4%
- #42 Space Runner X
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: AnomalyVN Studio
Windows
Space Runner X is a high speed, first-person infinite runner. You aren't just dodging obstacles—you’re shooting down drones and blasting enemies. The longer you run, the faster it gets. Earn credits, buy better weapons, and see how long you can last
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 52% ★, Arcade 13.9%, Shooter 13.8%, Action 9.2%, 3D 4%
- #43 ROGUE FLIGHT
70% matchVery Positive96% of 301 reviews2024
Dev: Truant Pixel, LLCPub: Perp Games
Windows
A breathtaking arcade space combat game inspired by prestige anime.
Why similar: Flight 24.7%, On-Rails Shooter 21% ★, Vehicular Combat 13.7% ★, Shooter 12.4%, Arcade 11%
- #44 Mirage Feathers
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,386 reviews2024
Dev: oyasumi Workshop
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
「Maybe one day, I won't have to fight when I fly.」
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 43.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Nostalgia 13.1% ★, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 7.2%
- #45 Crime Tises
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: different cloth
Windows · Mac
Crime Tises is a quick fire retro futurist fast paced off rails arcade boomer shooter!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 54.3% ★, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 9.4%, 1990's 7.5%, Action 6.6%
- #46 Major Mayhem
73% matchVery Positive84% of 304 reviews2014
Dev: Rocket Jump
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Arcade cover shooter inspired by Time Crisis, Metal Slug and 80's action heros! He's got an itchy trigger finger, some scratchy stubble, and a fondness for shooting dudes in the face. Run and gun your way through gorgeous 3D environments as you embark on a mission to rescue your kidnapped girlfriend from the Forces of Evil.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 67.6% ★, Shooter 13.6%, Action 12%, Arcade 5%, Indie 1.9%
- #47 Wings Of WW2
72% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Take to the skies in this 2D depiction of World War 2 in the 1940's. You will be constantly under attack from Enemy war birds hell bent on taking you down.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 36% ★, Flight 14.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 9%
- #48 Turret Titans
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Outlaw GamesPub: Pixel Games
Windows
Turret Titans is a classic defense game where you take on hordes of enemies with your powerful machine gun! Fight boats, helicopters, trucks, and insurgents across 5 intense levels, defending your position from relentless waves of attackers.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 59.9% ★, Arcade 10.1%, Military 9.6%, Action 7.2%, Gore 3.9%
- #49 Star Trapper FX
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Marshall Games
Windows
Pseudo 3D spaceship shooter
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 56.7% ★, Shooter 12.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.3%, Action 9.4%, Arcade 7.5%
- #50 Rainbow Cotton
69% matchMixed50% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: KRITZELKRATZ 3000Pub: ININ
Windows
Cotton, the legendary witch is back, and this time in 3D! Get ready for this formerly Japanese exclusive cute ‘em up gem to be “reconjured”. ININ and Success have teamed up once again to bring you a massively improved - and for the first time worldwide - re-release of Rainbow Cotton.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 48.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Shooter 11.9%, Old School 7.3%, Action 6.9%
- #51 Suite: Pictures at an Exhibition
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sasayaka
Windows
Reflect the Light, Listen to the Stars. A celestial reflection action game based on the masterpiece Pictures at an Exhibition.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 50.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 10.5%, Action 5.5%
- #52 Skythrone
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Biggame studioPub: Biggame Publishing
Windows
SkyThrone is a vertical shooter in which you have to defend the Earth from invading space invaders. You are a sexy girl commander who, from childhood, learned to achieve her goal at any cost. This skill came in handy when entering the military and subsequent promotion.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 45% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Arcade 11.9%, 1990's 7.6%, Action 7.5%
- #53 IS Defense
69% matchVery Positive91% of 1,680 reviews2016
Dev: Destructive Creations
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 91%
„IS Defense” is a game set in politically-fictional 2020 – where the expansion of ISIS went out of hand. The player takes the role of NATO’s stationary machine-gun operator, deployed to defend the shores of Europe.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 54.3% ★, Shooter 13.2%, Action 11.3%, Violent 8.2%, War 7.6%
- #54 Knitewings™
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Profenix Studio SRLS
Windows
Knitewings™ is an anime-inspired, fast-paced rail shooter with roguelite progression. Lead one of four angelic sisters, upgrade on the fly, and unleash firepower, melee lunges, and elemental Specials against demonic hordes in a striking arcade adventure.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 55.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Arcade 10.1%, Shooter 6.5%, Action 5.4%
- #55 BioCrisis : Return 2 the Lab
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jim
Windows
The alert has been given, the virus is on the loose, you've escaped the lab, the city will be nuked!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 64% ★, Shooter 14.5%, Action 8.2%, 1990's 7.1%, 3D 5.1%
- #56 閃攻機人アスラ - ASURA THE STRIKER -
65% matchVery Positive93% of 130 reviews2025
Dev: LeftOver
Windows
A high-speed 3D rail shooter inspired by legendary arcade classics. Control the humanoid combat weapon ASURA and battle overwhelming waves of invaders using Energy Shot, Shining Knuckle, and the time-bending Lightning Over Drive.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 49.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 9.7%, 1990's 4.7%
- #57 Polybius Invaders 2
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jonni The Dodger
Windows
Earth's fate hangs in the balance in this breathtaking retro inspired, Super Scaler Arcade Shoot-Em-Up.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 43% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Flight 14.9%, Shooter 9.2%, Arcade 7.9%
- #58 Booty Barrage
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Quinfinity Creations
Windows
Command the defense of a pirate haven against relentless waves of enemy ships. As the guardian of your treasure-laden island, it's up to you to man the cannon and repel the invaders before they breach your defenses!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 63.7% ★, Shooter 12.7%, Arcade 11%, 3D 4.2%, First-Person 3.3%
- #59 High Speed Cataclysm
67% matchPositive89% of 19 reviews2020
Dev: Poly Render StudioPub: Forsaken Games
Windows
High Speed Cataclysm is the most advanced and frenetic 2D action shooter where you will have to destroy thousands of enemies in order to save the galaxy.
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 45.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Vehicular Combat 13.5% ★, Shooter 10.2%, Arcade 8.9%
- #60 Stolen Skies
66% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ToastyNerdzStudios
Windows
Stolen Skies is a top-down scrolling shooter. Fly various fighter jets against hordes of enemies, navigate clouds of bullets, complete objectives, and face off against massive bosses and enemy ace pilots! With several weapon types across 18 original aircraft, there's something for every playstyle!
Why similar: On-Rails Shooter 39.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 11.4%, Flight 7.9%