- #1 Blitzcade
97% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: MG
Windows
Blitzcade is an arcade boss-rush. Dive straight into crisp, bullet-hell combat. No downtime, just 20+ uniquely challenging encounters.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.1%, Bullet Hell 26%, Action 12.8%, Combat 10.7%, 2D 1.3%
- #2 Overclocked: The Aclockalypse
96% matchMixed69% of 59 reviews2018
Dev: Timewind LLC
Windows · Mac
Overclocked: The Aclockalypse is a roguelike bullet hell following The Keeper’s time-twisting battle to reclaim The Eternal Sands from Greenwich and her clockwork army.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 55.7%, Bullet Hell 27.5%, Action 13.7%, Indie 3%
- #3 Scoregasm
96% matchVery Positive83% of 142 reviews2012
Dev: RC KnightPub: Charlie's Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 24 minMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 26%
Scoregasm is an incredible, variety rich shooter with a non-linear, branching paths style galaxy to explore. It's pretty, accessible, fun and really rather good! Blast your way through the galaxy's many varied levels and use your skills to change your route, find new levels, new enemies, unlock bonus challenge stages and fight the bosses...
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 61.6%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Action 14.6%, Indie 3.1%
- #4 Low Batt
95% matchMostly Positive74% of 18 reviews2024
Dev: ESAT
Windows
Step into the thrilling world of Low Batt, a heart-pounding Top Down Shooter that pits you against the formidable security forces of L.E.A.D. Industries. Navigate through intense challenges requiring a blend of skill and strength and embark on an epic robotic adventure to rescue your robo-dog.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 44.5%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Action 12.8%, Action-Adventure 9.5%, Adventure 9%
- #5 Malfortune
94% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Andy ImmPub: Restful Panic ltd
Windows
A twin-stick shooter where your actions have consequences. Engage in blood-pumping boss fights, soothing casual puzzles, and chats with quirky locals. This planet's fate lies in your capable, albeit confused, hands.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.8%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Action 14.3%, Adventure 10.6%, Indie 3%
- #6 runz
94% matchNo user reviews
Dev: sardin-ventures
Windows · Mac · Linux
RUNZ is game where every bullet in your magazine matters. Survive as the waves get harder, and master an original upgrade system. Build synergies, combine bullets, manage your economy and upgrade your gun in this twin stick shooter with auto battler elements.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 57.2%, Bullet Hell 24.7%, Action 10%, Combat 5.9%, 2D 1.5%
- #7 WE ARE DOOMED
93% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2015
Dev: Vertex Pop
Windows · Mac
WE ARE DOOMED is a twin-stick shooter where you zap polygon baddies with an absurdly overpowered laserbeam. Dive head-first into the action with reckless ambition, charge the SUPERBEAM, and zap everything out of existence in an instant.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 73.9%, Action 11.3%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, Indie 2.4%, 2D 1.2%
- #8 ShopFront
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 3DEN
Windows
ShopFront is a fast paced top down twin stick action arcade-like game set in a fantasy world full of heroes. Play as Keeper, an elderly shop keeper with a poor temper fed up with all the heroes destroying his pottery and decides to take matters into his own hands.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 54.1%, Bullet Hell 30.1%, Action 8.6%, Combat 4.8%, 2D 2.4%
- #9 Lifeless Vanguard
91% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2019
Dev: Zeus Game Studio
Windows
Shoot, dodge, get more powerful, defeat a massive fleet of enemies, take part in the toughest boss fights you've probably ever been in in this twin-stick/bullet-hell shooter. Do you have what it takes to survive and win?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.7%, Bullet Hell 26.5%, Action 19.9%, Indie 4%
- #10 Yoiyami Biscuit
90% matchVery Positive95% of 117 reviews2025
Dev: tripper_roomPub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Gensokyo is overflowing with snacks! A roguelike twin-stick shooter starring Rumia where you fight using the power of snacks and items.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 56.9%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Action 14.5%, 2D 2.4%, Indie 1%
- #11 P-3 Biotic
91% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2016
Dev: BatCat Games
Windows
P-3 Biotic is an intense twin-stick shooter featuring advanced real-time lighting and gorgeous particle effects. Pilot the MK4s nano-ship inside a petri dish against 14 waves of infectious bacteria as they attempt to destroy the Nucleus, a bio-engineered organism growing at the center of the dish.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 75.2%, Action 20.7%, Indie 4.2%
- #12 Enter the Gungeon 2
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Dodge RollPub: Devolver Digital
Windows
Enter the Gungeon 2 is a reloaded, high-caliber sequel to the iconic bullet hell dungeon crawler, reinforced with a new 3D art style, new weapons and enemies, and new gameplay tricks.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 50.6%, Bullet Hell 29.5%, Action 8.3%, Combat 5.9%, Adventure 5.8%
- #13 Gemstone Keeper
89% matchMixed58% of 12 reviews2017
Dev: Gamepopper
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Gemstone Keeper is a twin stick shooter where avid explorers go down into the Cistershire Caverns, a large, dangerous and mysterious set of caves and caverns that are filled with vast amounts of rare and valuable gemstones.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 65%, Action 17.2%, Adventure 13.4%, Indie 4.4%
- #14 The Comyths
88% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Kjorsell Studios
Windows
The Comyths is a bullet-hell action game with no Game Over. Stop, slow, and rewind time with one of the characters where performance is defined by Rank, not death. Wield the fundamental forces of Space, Time, Matter, Life, Mind, and Void to master and chase the perfect S-Rank.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 48.5%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Action 8.9%, Combat 8.8%, Hand-drawn 3.4%
- #15 Geometry Wars™ 3: Dimensions Evolved
87% matchVery Positive90% of 1,581 reviews2014
Dev: Lucid GamesPub: Sierra
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Experience the full evolution of the award-winning Geometry Wars franchise and battle through waves of enemies on 3D grids in this frenetic arcade shooter!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 68.2%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Action 10.4%
- #16 XenoRaptor
86% matchVery Positive82% of 173 reviews2019
Dev: Peter ClearyPub: -
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Take control of a cyberdragon and annihilate swarms of rocket propelled chainsaws either online or via LAN in this high speed, high skill 8 player co-op twinstick shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 51.8%, Bullet Hell 30.4%, Action 14.8%, Indie 3%
- #17 Space Direct
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Eyelight Studio
Windows
Space Direct is a space-adventure game where you play as the pilot who survived a battle and has joined a new force to save the universe. Explore various worlds, uncover mysteries, and unravel the grand secrets of the universe.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.7%, Action 19%, Action-Adventure 13.9%, Adventure 13.5%, Combat 9.8%
- #18 Monsters!
86% matchPositive82% of 34 reviews2016
Dev: QuadraTron Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Monsters! is a dual stick shooter with a retro feel complete with pixel art and leaderboards to achieve that good ol’ arcade feel.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 69%, Action 24.4%, Indie 3.4%, 2D 3.2%
- #19 NEO TITAN
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: idoz & phops
Windows
NEO TITAN is a challenging twin-stick metroidvania - Explore a world filled with dangerous alien ecosystems, discover new abilities, and challenge powerful Titans to save an ill-fated planet.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.2%, Bullet Hell 26%, Action 7.9%, Adventure 5.6%, Action-Adventure 5.3%
- #20 LINOVICTUS
84% matchNo user reviews
Dev: transmutrix
Windows · Mac
Fight through waves of enemies across shifting arenas, buy upgrades between stages, invest in new fighters, research permanent upgrades between runs, and compete on the global leaderboards in this blood-pumping twin stick shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 56.9%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Action 7.8%, Stylized 4.3%, Combat 3.7%
- #21 Arcane Survivors
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GlimmerGames
Windows
Arcane Passage is a rogue light action game that takes you into dungeons to explore magic. Choose a class, combine spells and runes, and master the art of magic.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 59%, Bullet Hell 27%, Action 9.1%, Anime 4.1%, Indie 0.9%
- #22 Tromblo's Adventure
82% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: GreyOutlet
Windows
Tromblo's Adventure is a twin-stick, bullet hell, roguelike where you must battle through wacky and zany enemies with the help of your grandfather's ghost! Can you defeat the dastardly King Krimbly and avenge your grandfather's death?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 51.8%, Bullet Hell 26.2%, Action-Adventure 8.6%, Action 6.1%, Adventure 2.5%
- #23 ABYSS SEEKERーーWhat Do You See Deep in The Abyss
81% matchMixed64% of 58 reviews2024
Dev: SUCCESS Corp.
Windows
A dungeon known as the Abyss has suddenly appeared. To open the "Door of Darkness" at its deepest point, the Seeker plunges into the dungeon gate... in search of the truth. Survive the onslaught of dark forces in this twin-stick survival shooter! — Are You Ready to Face Your Destiny?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 59.4%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Action 13.6%, 2D 2.4%
- #24 Septic Savages
83% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2016
Dev: Jenito
Windows · Mac
After encountering an alien creature in a bathroom stall, one man is propelled into a never-ending quest of sewer dwelling carnage! Septic Savages is a 2D, 1 or 2-player, twin-stick shooting roguelike with loads of randomized elements and hours upon hours of gameplay.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 76%, Action 19.9%, Indie 4%
- #25 Godstrike
81% matchMixed64% of 245 reviews2021
Dev: OverPowered TeamPub: indie.io
Windows
Median: 30 minMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Godstrike is a twin-stick shooter where time is your health and currency. Face off against ruthless bosses in tense, 1v1 showdowns as Talaal, the last Herald.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 53.5%, Bullet Hell 22.6%, Combat 11.3%, Action 5.6%, Anime 3.8%
- #26 One Life
80% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2022
Dev: Hummus Studios
Windows
One hit death bullet hell action featuring upgrades, unlockable abilities, hats and you.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 25.6%, Psychological 14.7%, Action 10.6%, Combat 8.9%
- #27 未来战士
79% matchVery Positive100% of 111 reviews2021
Dev: BIFROST CLOUD PTE. LTD.
Windows
With exquisite painting style and rich animation, 8-direction jump shooting, a comprehensive variety of main gun firepower, powerful parabolic grenade and powerful special weapons, an all-round Rambo protagonist was born. A large variety of weapons that make players enjoy!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Action 9.7%, Adventure 7.7%, Anime 5.7%
- #28 Re/Phase
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Project Dreihänder
Windows · Mac
Fly, Build, and Fight in a modular spaceflight roguelike set in a hostile alien universe. Control the ship’s movement with high precision, build bizarre ships from random parts, and turn cosmic chaos into mastery as you battle to survive.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 61.6%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Action 10.5%, Combat 10.1%, Indie 0.7%
- #29 Blipper
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Overwound Entertainment
Windows
Blipper is a twinstick arcade shooter with a retro scifi vibe and an element of bullet hell. Destroy waves of neon enemies across multiple arenas while dodging attackers and incoming fire.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 62.7%, Bullet Hell 23.8%, Action 10.3%, Stylized 2.4%, Indie 0.8%
- #30 Swarmbreak
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: CallOfPort
Windows
Swarmbreak is a twin-stick roguelike shooter where you aim every bullet, stack every perk, and push every run to its breaking point. The only thing between you and oblivion is your crazy build cobbled together from 28 stackable perks, 10 weapons, and a character passive that bends the rules.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 51.1%, Bullet Hell 33%, Action 12.2%, Indie 2%, 2D 1.7%
- #31 Omega Reaction
78% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2016
Dev: Nick Van FossenPub: Joe Censored Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Fend off wave after wave of enemies as you fight to victory in this twin stick shooter. Fast shooting guns, plus your ship's additional powerful capabilities help you fight through progressively more difficult levels, in order to escape and make your way home.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 75.9%, Action 21.7%, Indie 2.4%
- #32 Steel Hail
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: MegaBanana
Windows · Linux
Become humanity's last hope. Gear up, upgrade, and unleash hell in a relentless third-person sci-fi shooter against a ruthless robotic army. The future is yours to forge in fire and steel.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 50.5%, Bullet Hell 29.6%, Action-Adventure 7.3%, Action 7.2%, Adventure 4.6%
- #33 Ultrapong
77% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: mylb
Windows
Extreme procedural bullet hell. Not ping-pong. It’s ULTRAPONG—where color defines behavior. Battle through a spectrum of 16,777,216 potential enemies where even the slightest chromatic shift alters their mass, size, and acceleration. No clones, just a continuous evolution of movement and challenge.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 56.7%, Bullet Hell 30.3%, Action 7.4%, Stylized 2.7%, 2D 2.3%
- #34 Alpha Force Zero
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: osm games
Windows
Alpha Force Zero is an intense top-down bullet-hell adventure that requires skill and planning. Utilize multiple weapon systems including an Auto-Turret with adjustable firing modes and unlock upgrades that you can equip in your ship to give you the upper hand. Dodge, fight, survive!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 48.1%, Bullet Hell 25.2%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Combat 5.9%, Action 5.7%
- #35 Brainrot Tung Tung Sahur
73% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: Onlygames S.R.L.
Windows
A dynamic action game where the player fights waves of creatures across eight unique maps. The goal is to eliminate all enemies within a limited time using weapons, tactics, and the environment. Constant tension and a relentless fight for survival.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 47.2%, Bullet Hell 25.3%, Action 14.2%, Supernatural 8.1%, Combat 5.2%
- #36 meldpit
74% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: monotone
Windows
meldpit is an arcade roguelike twinstick shooter. conquer the chambers of meldpit with various perks that make you stronger along the way. defeat unique types of enemies and see how far you can go !
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 55.9%, Bullet Hell 29.6%, Action 7.7%, Combat 4.8%, 2D 2%
- #37 Inferno 2
75% matchVery Positive86% of 58 reviews2015
Dev: Radiangames
Windows
Inferno 2 is an intense, atmospheric twin-stick adventure-shooter. Blast through 80+ levels full of enemies and secrets while upgrading your ship the way you want.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 75.6%, Action 12.5%, Adventure 9.3%, Indie 2.7%
- #38 Blastback
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Make It Four
Windows
You wake up in the depths of an ancient temple, seeking to restore its troubled surroundings using a blessed macana of tremendous power, bound to your own soul.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 51.6%, Bullet Hell 26%, Action 8.4%, Adventure 6%, Combat 5.5%
- #39 Diced Up!
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: slameron
Windows · Mac
Survive as long as you can in an endless bullet hell with randomized stats and weapons.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 53.3%, Bullet Hell 27.9%, Action 9.9%, Combat 6.6%, 2D 2%
- #40 Horde Of Plenty
73% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: SMONCH, LLC
Windows
In this action-packed twin-stick shooter, construction worker Ron Mayhem's beloved pet, Puffy, a rather round and yellow puffer fish, has been captured by the forces of evil. Slay the hordes, collect mad loot, and bring Puffy back!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 53.7%, Bullet Hell 28%, Combat 7.4%, Action 5.3%, Adventure 4.7%
- #41 Vradark's Revenge
72% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Sanchez CrewPub: Drunk Fly Oy
Windows
“Vradark’s Revenge” is a fantasy game in the Action RPG genre.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 53.9%, Bullet Hell 30.7%, Action 8.3%, Combat 4.3%, 2D 1.9%
- #42 Incandescent X
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Stephen Crabb
Windows
Protect your ship against wave after wave of brightly coloured enemies in this fast paced arcade inspired shooter. Use your abilities to survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 67%, Action 18.1%, Combat 10.6%, 2D 3.1%, Indie 1.2%
- #43 Gatling Gears
72% matchVery Positive84% of 189 reviews2011
Dev: Vanguard Games
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 50%
When the Empire begins its reign of destruction in a thirst for natural resources, it’s up to Max Brawley, a retired Gatling Gear pilot, to stop them.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 67.2%, Action 17%, Adventure 12.2%, Indie 3.6%
- #44 Tinertia
71% matchVery Positive95% of 109 reviews2015
Dev: Candescent GamesPub: Candescent & Section
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
Action-platformer set on a dying planet. Main protagonist - Weldon - must climb a vast expanse of ruins and tackle deadly sentient machines if he hopes to survive.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 77.3%, Action 18.9%, Indie 3.8%
- #45 Shmooblin Blaster
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Weebly Studios
Windows
Shmooblin Blaster is a hardcore, bullet hell boss rush game where you fight outlandish superbosses, featuring a bright and stylized pixel art design.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 56.6%, Bullet Hell 31.6%, Action 4.9%, Hand-drawn 4.2%, 2D 1.9%
- #46 Power Fantasy
67% matchVery Positive86% of 543 reviews2025
Dev: Lava Lamb Games
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 57%
Survive hordes of blood hungry enemies and hope for the best upgrades while you level up! Power Fantasy is a fresh rogue-survivors-like with unique heroes and tons of customization.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 52.4%, Bullet Hell 29.1%, Action 9.9%, Combat 6.1%, 2D 2.5%
- #47 Riddled Corpses
71% matchMixed65% of 248 reviews2015
Dev: Diabolical Mind
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Frenetic arcade style twin-stick shooter. Fight your way through hordes of enemies alone or with a friend!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 35.4%, Bullet Hell 30.5%, Action 15.9%, Anime 7.8%, Adventure 7.6%
- #48 Ghosty
70% matchPositive95% of 21 reviews2020
Dev: babachoo
Windows
Ghosty is a lighthearted top-down action-adventure RPG that features tons of puns, witty dialogue, charming story elements, and a pixelized art style. The game experiments with a splash of unique mechanics that are used both in and out of combat.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 45.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Action-Adventure 10.1%, Action 10%, Adventure 7.5%
- #49 NEON Ultra
70% matchPositive90% of 39 reviews2016
Dev: Pixelbark Games
Windows · Mac
The year is 20XX. Everything is neon, because it's the future. NEON Ultra is a radiant fast paced arcade shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 57.8%, Bullet Hell 29.7%, Action 12.4%
- #50 BaulaQuest
69% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: Christopher Yalch
Windows · Linux
Local middle school teacher fights angry orange bald man army with marbles and furry creatures. Baula. Quest. BaulaQuest.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 47.7%, Bullet Hell 25.7%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Combat 6.9%, Action 5.5%
- #51 In The Valley of Death -Prologue-
69% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: stdio.gypsy
Windows
In the Valley of Death is a color-based hack and slash twin-stick shooter, where the player controls Red and Blue as they dash, slash, and shoot their way through challenging levels as they attempt to make it to the Valley of Death.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 45%, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Action-Adventure 10.9%, Action 10%, Combat 5.3%
- #52 Nex Machina
68% matchVery Positive87% of 2,177 reviews2017
Dev: Housemarque
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Nex Machina is an intense arcade style twin-stick shooter from Housemarque. Taking hints from both Robotron and Smash TV, Nex Machina focuses on pure action, voxel destruction and competition in the distant, cablepunk themed future.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 64.6%, Bullet Hell 26.5%, Action 7.7%, Indie 1.2%
- #53 PixelJunk™ Shooter Ultimate
69% matchVery Positive88% of 242 reviews2015
Dev: Q-Games Ltd.Pub: Double Eleven
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 94%
CAN YOU SAVE THE SCIENTISTS ON APOXUS PRIME?PixelJunk™ Shooter Ultimate is a twin-stick shooter with equal elements of action and puzzle solving.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 81.4%, Action 18.6%
- #54 Voidwalker
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mr. Beechy
Windows
Voidwalker is a dark Twin-Stick Shooter Roguelike in which you control the Walker, a defeated King who fights to rebuild the broken world. Upgrade your abilities and survive in this relentless world of darkness.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 42.4%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Action 15.5%, Adventure 11%, Combat 5.8%
- #55 Defy The Abyss
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BeWolf Studio
Windows · Linux
Survive relentless hordes in a dungeon deep within the Abyss. Swap between two heroes, unleash powerful spell combinations, and crush nightmares, demons, and immense horrors to grow stronger with every run.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 47.1%, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Supernatural 10.9%, Action 6.3%, Combat 6.2%
- #56 DreadHold
66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Sam PartonPub: iDevelopThings
Windows
DreadHold is a top-down roguelite horde shooter where you barricade a shadowy building against endless enemy waves, rack up kills for mid-run upgrades, and chase ever-higher scores with meta progression.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 49.6%, Bullet Hell 28.6%, Action 14.9%, Combat 7%
- #57 Elemates
67% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: MI Matrikel 15Pub: Hochschule Mittweida
Windows
Elemates is an action-adventure game about a rebellious girl out to prove her worth in the heroic trials of her tribe. There, she finds an unlikely ally in her grumpy guide. As a team, prevail through the mighty god Quetzal's temple and use the Band of Humility to unleash powerful, elemental spells.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 42.2%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Emotional 9.1%, Action-Adventure 8.7%, Action 7.1%
- #58 Smash Hyper Drive
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Gare Games
Windows · Mac
It's 2025 and the country's mega research facility has gone bad. You are a lowly security guard gunning for his paycheck. Fight your way out in this twin-stick shooter. Reminiscent of Smash TV and the likes of Xeno Crisis.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 61.4%, Bullet Hell 27.8%, Action 6.1%, 2D 2.5%, Indie 2.2%
- #59 Passing Into Fantasy
66% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Project StunseedPub: N/A
Windows
Otaku culture inspired top-down danmaku shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 44.1%, Bullet Hell 25%, Action 9%, Supernatural 8.3%, Combat 5.7%