- #1 Art Strikers
97% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Friendly Fire Software
Windows
Draw your path to victory in Art Strikers! A unique art themed bullet hell shoot-em-up that looks and plays like a beautiful work of art.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Shooter 14.1%, Cartoon 13.8%, Side Scroller 11.6%
- #2 Hazelnut Hex
96% matchVery Positive98% of 131 reviews2023
Dev: Chunderfins
Windows
Rescue breakfast in this arcade-style bullet hell shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Shooter 12.7%, Cartoon 12.3%, Action 8.2%
- #3 Erika America
96% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Grant G Heffner
Windows · Mac
Erika America is an bullet hell video game. Fly and shoot your way through 5 levels, each culminating in a boss battle with a supervillain.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.5%, Shooter 17.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Superhero 14.4% ★, Action 13.8%
- #4 Sol Divide
95% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2026
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
Saikyo Fantasy Action Shooting Game
Why similar: Sports 25.1%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Shooter 12.9%, Action 12.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%
- #5 Samurai Ace
94% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
Sai-Kyo's commemorative first title. Its simple controls and unexpected world setting sparked buzz, earning it the 1993 “Best Shooting Game Award” from several industry magazines.
Why similar: Sports 26.5%, Bullet Hell 15%, Shooter 14.1%, Action 12.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%
- #6 Shikhondo: Blue Pieta
94% matchVery Positive98% of 62 reviews2026
Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
Once more, the hunt for Youkai begins! Across the ocean in a city far, far away, the side-scrolling shoot 'em up action of our two protagonists unfolds! Complete the Pietà of struggle that burns blue with its raging barrage!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Action 12.3%, Shooter 12.1%, Side Scroller 11.2%
- #7 WITCH-BOT MEGLILO
93% matchVery Positive93% of 123 reviews2016
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Stop time and project yourself through space with “Time-stop warp” magic, pass through physical obstacles, dodge incoming bullets and shoot down your enemies! A satisfying shooter, filled with dark humor!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Shooter 11.9%, Difficult 11.5%, Action 8.5%
- #8 Strikers 1945 3
91% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
From shooting game freaks to office workers, the latest installment in that series that captivated so many users!! Strikers 1999
Why similar: Sports 26.9%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Action 13.1%, Shooter 13%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%
- #9 Vulture Strike
92% match8 user reviews75% of 8 reviews2017
Dev: Vulture Strike
Windows · Mac · Linux
Vulture Strike is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you have the ability to travel between 2 parallel timelines whenever you want.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Action 14.8%, Difficult 14.7%, Shooter 9.2%
- #10 Yuri Sword Saga
90% matchVery Positive98% of 219 reviews2024
Dev: Pico Games
Windows
This is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up game set in a beautifully drawn Japanese world where you can slay enemies and bullets with simple controls. Parry enemy attacks and use a variety of special moves to defeat powerful demons and evil monsters.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.3%, Beat 'em up 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Shooter 12.6%, Side Scroller 11.9%
- #11 COTTOn RockWithYou -ORIENTAL NIGHT DREAMS-
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Studio SaizensenPub: SUCCESS Corp.
Windows
Cotton, the magical girl shoot-'em-up heroine, is back once again! This time, the adventure leaves the Magical Kingdom behind and heads to Japan!? The original cute-girl side-scrolling shooter is back, bigger and better than ever!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.5%, Shooter 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Action 15.2%, Side Scroller 10.4%
- #12 Kaiju Kite Attack
89% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2019
Dev: PWCA
Windows
OH MY KAIJU!!! IT'S...KAIJU!!! KAIJU KITE ATTACK!!! The FIRST EVER SHMUP-platformer! Get your kite in the sky now! The Kaiju are coming to town to burn it down. Save your Meemaw! Save the universe! FLY OR DIE!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Shooter 13.5%, Cartoon 12.4%, Sports 11.7%
- #13 Warding Witches
89% 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: Bullet Hell 29.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Action 9%, Difficult 7.9%, Shooter 7.8%
- #14 Distant Space 2
88% matchVery Positive80% of 1,594 reviews2017
Dev: PixelMouse
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Distant Space 2 - is an indirect continuation of the first part, in which you will find more dynamic gameplay. Your task is to destroy enemy ships on each level to go to the next of 26 available. In addition to conventional ships, you will have to wait for the boss ships, the battle with which will not be easy.
Why similar: Sports 21.7%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Beat 'em up 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Shooter 12.9%
- #15 Touhou Kouzougi ~ Flickerframe Shutter Festival
86% matchVery Positive90% of 50 reviews2025
Dev: Ryann Thierry
Windows
A fan-made celebration of Touhou's creative spirit! When a suspicious festival erupts, Aya must photograph spellcards, unlock skills, and uncover hidden truths. Packed with loving references to fanworks both old and new, from all around the world!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Difficult 15.2%, Shooter 15.1%, Action 8.4%
- #16 RAMMBOCK
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Punk-Op
Windows
Dodge bullets or plow right through with the RAMMBOCK. Utilize the hybrid technology of the twin moons! Ramm enemies into one another for chain bonuses. Tackle missions and increase your score to uncover the truth about your past.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Beat 'em up 10.8%, Shooter 10.3%, Action 9.8%
- #17 Beekyr Reloaded
86% matchVery Positive86% of 98 reviews2017
Dev: KaleidoGames
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
The giant hornets have destroyed your hive and taken the pollen. Fight the swarms alone or with a friend and destroy the dangerous hornet queen! The insect world is very dangerous but... what are you waiting for to get your revenge?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Shooter 13.4%, Difficult 12.9%, Side Scroller 11.9%
- #18 東方天流宮 ~ Heavenly Gathering of Clouds
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dream Compass
Windows
A mysterious midsummer downpour has caused Gensokyo's lakes and rivers to spill over. Not only that, but youkai and phantoms inhabiting those bodies of water have become unnaturally ferocious. Venture off on an adventure into the deep skies to find the cause of this classic rain-themed incident.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.2%, Shooter 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Action 11.8%, Arcade 7.6%
- #19 Celestia
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Devon Meyer
Windows
Celestia is a solo-developed indie game. An angelic bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you defeat enemies throughout the skies, and relax on a floating island with your companions.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Side Scroller 17.4%, Shooter 16.4%, Action 8.6%
- #20 A100
84% matchMixed60% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: TigerQiuQiu
Windows
This is a collection of five mini-games. Include: Weather Invader、 Stronghold Attack、 Guard Tank 、Heavy Artillery、 Space Miner
Why similar: Beat 'em up 23.9%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Shooter 15.9%, Action 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.4%
- #21 TCSTRIKERS3
83% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: Project Anthem
Windows
Who are you fighting for? My usual job turns into a big mission. An easy-to-understand system reminiscent of the old barrage STG. Pave the way with powerful PowerShots!
Why similar: Sports 24.7%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Action 7.5%, 2D 6%
- #22 Gun Wings
82% matchVery Positive88% of 418 reviews2015
Dev: Mercury StonePub: DigitalEZ
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
A mysterious meteorite from deep space was detected approaching the Solar System, before the meteorite is due to hit the Earth, three of the girls who had their bodies modified as weapons are sent, along with all the hopes of humanity, to destroy the meteorite and save mankind...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Action 10.9%, Anime 10%, Shooter 6.3%
- #23 SodaCity
82% matchPositive81% of 16 reviews2015
Dev: Tochas Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 96%
SodaCity is an action, fast paced game, with hybrid beat/shoot ‘em up gameplay.
Why similar: Beat 'em up 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Shooter 14.5%, Difficult 13.6%, Side Scroller 12.2%
- #24 Bouncy Bob: Episode 2
81% matchMixed50% of 14 reviews2019
Dev: MadGamesmithPub: WIG Publishing
Windows
Bouncy Bob 2 is a crazy couch co-op game for up to 4 players. Choose one of 12 different characters. Customize your color, choose one of 14 arenas and get ready for the ultimate bouncy bobbing.
Why similar: Cartoon 17.3%, Difficult 14.9%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Co-op 12.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.2%
- #25 Flying Fury
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Panzero
Windows
A side scrolling shooter with a bullet hell influence. Does it explode? Yes. Everything does. Enemies show their battle damage through having chunks be blown off. There are multiple enemies all with unique behaviours, all which are designed in junction with each other.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21%, Shooter 16.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Side Scroller 11.6%, Action 9.3%
- #26 BLUE WISH DESIRE
79% matchVery Positive100% of 67 reviews2021
Dev: xxGameRoom
Windows
BLUW WISH DESIRE is 2D veritically scrolling shmup. Go through the barrage and destroy the oncoming enemies. In addition, this game is equipped with an auto guard system that automatically prevents mistakes. So even those who are not good at barrage STG are safe.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.3%, Sports 15.4%, Shooter 15.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Co-op 10.3%
- #27 Fingun Forever!
79% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: Pixelteriyaki
Windows
In a horrible tragedy, Casino Karen and her army of giant anime waifus have kidnapped your girlfriend. Pilot Fingun once again and save the day!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.5%, Shooter 18.6%, Cartoon 16.1%, Action 11.1%, Colorful 8.1%
- #28 Karma Cannon
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Video Galaxy
Windows
Clear hordes of cosmic critters in this simple 2D shooter but be carefully, bullets that exit the arena will warp behind you and become dangerous to you ship. Whatever goes around comes around.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.5%, Shooter 16.6%, Action 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.5%, Side Scroller 7.7%
- #29 Gunvein
78% matchVery Positive97% of 219 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: Bullet Hell 28.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Action 12.4%, Shooter 12.4%, Colorful 7.2%
- #30 tz mini stg collection
77% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.8%, Shooter 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Action 17.1%, Side Scroller 10.8%
- #31 Marianara Deep
77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Jelly Rave
Windows
Dive into the exciting aquatic-themed space world of Marianara Deep! A vigorous shoot 'em up bullet hell, filled with area-denying bullet patterns to challenge players! Join one of our crew members to shoot 'em all!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.2%, Shooter 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.2%, Action 20%, 2D 6.4%
- #32 Galaxi Taxi
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fumi Games
Windows
Galaxi Taxi is a hybrid of Story-Driven Action-Adventure, Shoot’em and Boss Fight, and you’re a taxi crew in the classy 90s animation art style. Drive your taxi and discover the depths of a rural outer space, a muddy milky way, a cosmic dust flooding the taxi and an ubiquitous smog.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.5%, Shooter 12.3%, Cartoon 12.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.9%, Co-op 10.7%
- #33 Street Basket Challenge
76% matchNo user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Ronald Games
Windows · Linux
Accept the challenge in this 2-on-2 SD-style basketball game, featuring charismatic characters and gameplay inspired by classic arcade beat ’em ups.
Why similar: Sports 28.1%, Beat 'em up 20%, Cartoon 12%, Action 8.3%, Colorful 7.3%
- #34 Karous
75% 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: Bullet Hell 30.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Shooter 21.8%, Action 8.4%, Arcade 7.5%
- #35 Healthy Plane
76% match9 user reviews100% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Dávid Csizmadia
Windows
Destroy the unhealthy foods! Avoid fat and sugar! Complete the levels, collect points and dominate the leaderboard!
Why similar: Sports 42.5%, Shooter 16%, Side Scroller 15.8%, Action 9.3%, Cartoon 8.6%
- #36 東方资志疏 ~ Immortal Immanuel. (东方资志疏)
74% matchVery Positive95% of 110 reviews2025
Dev: 雾雨威Channel
Windows
中国风东方Project二次同人STG游戏,剧情承接虹龙洞之后,古代帝王穿越到幻想乡发动异变!开始紧张刺激的弹幕游戏吧!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Shooter 18.3%, Action 14%, Anime 7.9%
- #37 Radirgy Swag
73% matchPositive95% of 37 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 36.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Shooter 18.9%, Action 13.3%, 2D 7%
- #38 Chester’s Revenge
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wojo Studios LLCPub: RedDeer.Games
Windows
Run-and-gun action game with multi-stage boss battles. Play as Chester, world's most badass guinea pig, who is hell-bent on a quest for revenge.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.5%, Cartoon 14.5%, Difficult 12.8%, Colorful 11.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.6%
- #39 Castle of Shikigami 2
73% matchPositive93% of 46 reviews2021
Dev: Cosmo MachiaPub: Cosmo Machia inc.
Windows
The second installment of the dramatic shooter that gained popularity in the arcades is now coming to Steam with +α elements!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34%, Shooter 20.7%, Action 12.8%, Co-op 12.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%
- #40 Project Bullet
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sakasoft
Windows
Project Bullet is a side-scrolling bullet hell game, which sets in Pistalia, the fantasy world where people get the blessing from their god this power came to be known as ''Bullet'', Escape from the evil empire, find valuable allies, arm yourself with powerful gadgets and destroy all your enemies!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.6%, Shooter 15%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Side Scroller 12.7%, Anime 10.3%
- #41 Syder Reloaded
71% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Evil
Windows
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: Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Shooter 15.1%, Difficult 11.4%, Side Scroller 10.7%
- #42 Rangok Skies
73% matchMostly Positive73% of 40 reviews2021
Dev: Samurai Games
Windows · Mac
War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.9%, Shooter 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Action 14.4%, Co-op 7.7%
- #43 Crome: Before Purgatory
72% matchVery Positive88% of 50 reviews2019
Dev: Stumphead Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Inspired by the heyday of 8-bit arcade gaming, Crome: Before Purgatory is an intense space shoot em' up experience. Play as the Galactic Consul's best star pilot, Crome, and fend off endless the hoards of invaders while competing for the top score on the global leaderboard.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Action 19.8%, Difficult 14.2%, Shooter 13.9%
- #44 Creepy Road
72% matchMixed69% of 140 reviews2018
Dev: Groovy Milk
Windows · Mac
Median: 42 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 45%
The world has gone mad and Flint Trucker must go down a long, creepy road to get back home and save his beloved Angelina. Blast your guns across different scenarios to fight hordes of ravenous beasts and bloodthirsty enemies.Will you survive?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.9%, Action 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Side Scroller 11%, Cartoon 10.8%
- #45 Zombie Rush
70% matchMixed67% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: beans rolls
Windows
Zombie Rush is an endless 2D Shoot'em Up game! Kill Zombies, unlock new characters and locations!
Why similar: Shooter 22.3%, Beat 'em up 19.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Action 17.5%, Bullet Hell 15.3%
- #46 DuckHunt - Missouri
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Predrag LazicPub: MobileTVGames
Windows · Mac
Don't get fooled by the simple looks of this game! The way it is played is something unseen so far in the gaming world! Using a novel patented technology you and your friends will use your cellphones to aim at the screen and shoot! Show your friends who is a real gunslinger!
Why similar: Sports 23.7%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shooter 13.8%, Cartoon 12%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%
- #47 Flying Red Barrel - The Diary of a Little Aviator
70% matchVery Positive96% of 114 reviews2020
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Fruitbat Factory
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Flying Red Barrel ~The Diary of a Little Aviator~ is an old-school bullet hell/STG game with multiple endings based on actions you take.
Why similar: Action 28.4%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Shooter 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Anime 9.7%
- #48 Andro Dunos II
69% matchVery Positive93% of 229 reviews2022
Dev: Picorinne SoftPub: Maximum Entertainment
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 2.2 hrs≥1hr: 33%
The sequel of the famous Shoot'em up from the Visco studio is back, 30 years after the first opus, released exclusively on Neo-Geo MVS and Neo-Geo AES in 1992 . It's time to bring out your good old battle ship in ANDRO DUNOS 2!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Bullet Hell 24.2%, Shooter 16%, Difficult 14.7%, Action 8.6%
- #49 Chromacell
69% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: 171Dev
Windows
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: Bullet Hell 23.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Shooter 17%, Side Scroller 15%, Colorful 7.4%
- #50 Dininho Space Adventure
70% 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: Bullet Hell 24.6%, Shooter 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Action 15.3%, Colorful 8.9%
- #51 Brave Rounds
67% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2026
Dev: PlayShift Games
Windows
Shoot, punch and get closer through bullets towards enemies in this close range-heavy arcade bullet hell shoot 'em up. A mysterious cult is going to make Mt. Krakatoa explode! By yourself or with a friend, stand your ground; the fate of the world is in your hands...!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Co-op 14.4%, Shooter 14%, Action 8.2%
- #52 Jasper Redds vs The Ares Belt
71% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Ares Belt Software
Windows
Experience intense, fast-paced action as you dodge enemy fire, collect Xsteel scrap, and upgrade powerful ship systems. Navigate across beautiful expanses of the galaxy in levels filled with challenging foes and epic boss battles.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.4%, Shooter 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Action 19.4%, 2D 6.5%
- #53 东方希莲船 ~ Ultimate Fatal Octopus
68% matchVery Positive93% of 61 reviews2024
Dev: SlimeSmile
Windows
A Touhou Project fan-made STG, also a collab game with Vtuber Syrena. Some day a random suspicious pink UFO showed up in Gensokyo. This must be an incident! As a result, Reimu and Marisa went on a journey to solve the incident.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Shooter 19.3%, Action 11.3%, Female Protagonist 6.1%
- #54 Contract Rush DX
66% matchVery Positive100% of 264 reviews2025
Dev: FigburnPub: 2 Left Thumbs
Windows
Contract Rush DX is a hand-animated 2D Shoot 'Em Up, with multiple playable characters. Explore the world, collect powerful upgrades throughout levels, and unleash them to defeat difficult boss battles!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 20%, Difficult 16.8%, Shooter 13%, Hand-drawn 10.7%
- #55 Magical Blaster
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: reverse snare
Windows
High-speed horizontal shmups in which many fairies fight together!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.4%, Shooter 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Action 8.3%, Arcade 7.5%
- #56 GunBird - 2
67% match7 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2026
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
Four years after their previous work “GUNBIRD,” a new, even more powerful five-member group has arrived.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Action 15.5%, Arcade 7.3%
- #57 Platypus Reclayed
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 666 reviews2025
Dev: Claymatic Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 56%
22 years after its first appearance, the iconic Platypus is coming back, featuring updated gameplay, new weapons and additional content. Get ready to dive into the heart-pounding action of this fast, frantic, and incredibly fun arcade-style shoot-em-up!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.5%, Shooter 13.6%, Cartoon 13.2%, Co-op 13%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%
- #58 Wish Project
68% 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: Bullet Hell 26.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Action 17.8%, Shooter 14.4%, Difficult 12.5%
- #59 Touhou Meijinka ~ Song of Divine Tempest
67% matchMixed60% of 34 reviews2023
Dev: Drillimation Systems
Windows · Mac
A thunderous concert appears...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.7%, Shooter 15.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Colorful 8.9%, Action 8.4%
- #60 Moorhuhn Piraten - Crazy Chicken Pirates
67% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: Higgs Games GmbH
Windows
90 seconds to hunt as many chickens and collect as many points as possible. Beat your personal record and compete with players around the world.
Why similar: Sports 29.2%, Shooter 16.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Side Scroller 11%, Action 10.3%