- #1 東方幕華祭 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,440 reviews2018
Dev: 東方幕華祭制作组
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 193.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Fantastic Danmaku Festival is a Touhou Project fanfiction STG with colourful danmaku, beautiful remix music and original music. Besides the characters we know in Touhou Project, there is also a brand new original character named Nix in this game! With the Scarlet Devil mansion as their stage, the girls are soaring in the sky of Gensokyo!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.8%, Faith 20.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 9.8%, Action 7.8%, Anime 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A high-quality fan-made bullet-hell that captures the spirit and visual flair of official Touhou games.
- #2 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part II
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,597 reviews2019
Dev: 东方幕华祭制作组
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Touhou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival part II is a danmaku shooting game, which is the second part of Touhou Makuka Sai. The repeat of incident is coming again. Can the girls going to the netherworld solve the mystery?
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.7%, Faith 25.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, Anime 6.6%, Difficult 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: The direct sequel offers even more refined patterns and production values for fans of the first fan-made installment.
- #3 Danmaku Unlimited 3
96% matchVery Positive87% of 240 reviews2017
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 54.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Action 11.9%, Indie 8.5%
Why You'll Like It: A modern, highly polished bullet-hell shooter that features intense patterns and a fantastic soundtrack similar to the Touhou experience.
- #4 Mushihimesama
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,525 reviews2015
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 54%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Anime 8.5%, Action 5.7%, Difficult 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: A legendary arcade bullet-hell title that serves as a masterclass in pattern design for any fan of the genre.
- #5 Touhou Shinreibyou ~ Ten Desires.
94% matchVery Positive95% of 415 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 246.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%
飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.8%, Faith 21.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Action 8.4%, Indie 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: A classic official Touhou title that balances accessible gameplay with the series' signature bullet-hell intensity.
- #6 Touhou Fuujinroku ~ Mountain of Faith.
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,496 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
我が国には八百万の神々がいる 弾幕は八百万発程度では終わらない ノスタルジックでネイティブな弾幕シューティング原風景
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.3%, Faith 25.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.4%, Action 7.7%, Indie 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered one of the most iconic official Touhou games, featuring memorable bosses and tight bullet patterns.
- #7 Touhou Kishinjou ~ Double Dealing Character.
93% matchVery Positive99% of 410 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 569.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38%, Faith 20.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Difficult 8.2%, Indie 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique scoring system and distinct character playstyles that add depth to the standard shooter formula.
- #8 DoDonPachi Resurrection
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,051 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The legendary bullet-hell shoot-’em-up series has come to Steam! DoDonPachi is ressurected after a Blissful Death with enough modes to satisfy the beginner and the expert player alike. Tonight we dine in bullet hell!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Anime 9.9%, Action 6.1%, Difficult 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: This classic title is essential for anyone interested in the high-stakes, screen-filling action found in bullet-hell games.
- #9 Touhou Kanjuden ~ Legacy of Lunatic Kingdom.
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,511 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
月の都から敵が攻めてきた！ その弾幕が過去最狂難易度を誇るのは当然だろう？ ピュアーでルナティックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.2%, Faith 26.4% ★, Difficult 11.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.8%, Anime 4.7%
Why You'll Like It: An official entry known for its challenging patterns and unique point-device mode that tests player endurance.
- #10 BLUE REVOLVER
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 858 reviews2016
Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Anime 10.1%, Action 6.9%, Indie 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced, anime-styled shooter that combines tight controls with a vibrant, high-energy aesthetic.
- #11 Touhou Kikeijuu ~ Wily Beast and Weakest Creature.
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,041 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
誰が強いのか、誰が賢いのか、誰が正しいのか 畜生の理に則って、全て弾幕で決めよう！ ワイルドでビーストライクなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.4%, Faith 25.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Indie 6.2%, Difficult 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: Introduces a robust animal spirit system that changes how you approach each stage, keeping the gameplay fresh.
- #12 Graze Counter GM
89% matchVery Positive97% of 183 reviews2023
Dev: Bikkuri SoftwarePub: Henteko Doujin
Windows
A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 36%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Anime 15.2%, Difficult 9.6%, Action 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the 'grazing' mechanic, rewarding players for staying close to bullets just like in the Touhou series.
- #13 Touhou Chireiden ~ Subterranean Animism.
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 758 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
弾幕は 地獄であるほど 美しい 深ければ深いほど地底は地獄の姿を取り戻す ヘリッシュでラブリーな弾幕シューティング地獄
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.3%, Faith 19.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, Action 10.5%, Indie 9.3%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its high difficulty and complex partner system, making it a favorite for veteran bullet-hell players.
- #14 Touhou Seirensen ~ Undefined Fantastic Object.
87% matchVery Positive96% of 404 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
アレは何だ？ 鳥か？ 妖精か？ 謎に満ちた未確認幻想物体が、君を未知の世界に誘う！ ファンタスティックでレトロな弾幕シューティング幻想
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.1%, Faith 21.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Action 12.8%, Indie 10.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features a unique UFO item-collection mechanic that adds a layer of strategy to the traditional shoot-em-up loop.
- #15 Touhou Tenkuushou ~ Hidden Star in Four Seasons.
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,521 reviews2017
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 268.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
桜を見ながら西瓜を割り、紅葉を見ながら鍋をつつく こんな季節に誰がした！ イレギュラーでシーズナルなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.4%, Faith 18.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Difficult 10.1%, Female Protagonist 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a fun seasonal power-up mechanic that allows for more aggressive playstyles in a bullet-hell environment.
- #16 Touhou Kouryudou ~ Unconnected Marketeers.
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,795 reviews2021
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
買う、売る、貰う、手放す いつから人間は所有権を自由に扱えると勘違いしたのか レインボーでイマモリアルなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.7%, Faith 27.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Action 6.7%, Difficult 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A modern official entry that utilizes a card-based ability system to customize your character's performance.
- #17 Touhou Juuouen 〜 Unfinished Dream of All Living Ghost.
85% matchVery Positive93% of 1,230 reviews2023
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
東方Project第19弾は、対戦型弾幕シューティング！ ダークで元気いっぱいで、ちょっぴり可愛い妖獣たちの狂宴をお楽しみに。
Why similar: Faith 28.4% ★, Bullet Hell 28.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Action 9.4%, Female Protagonist 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: A competitive-style shooter that brings a fresh, fast-paced dynamic to the classic Touhou formula.
- #18 弹幕音乐绘 ～风雷幻奏曲～ / Barrage Musical ~A Fantasy of Tempest~
84% matchVery Positive96% of 357 reviews2017
Dev: SlimeSmile
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
This is a music rhythm STG where stages with highly BGM synchronization will show you a barrage musical; A shop system with dozens of items available offers you infinite possibility; An AI based auto dodging system benefits beginners.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Action 13.2%, Anime 12.1%, Indie 10%
Why You'll Like It: A visually striking fan-made game that emphasizes musical synchronization and rhythmic bullet patterns.
- #19 Jigoku Kisetsukan: Sense of the Seasons
84% matchVery Positive93% of 1,762 reviews2015
Dev: Emad
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 10.1 hrs≥1hr: 39%
Jigoku Kisetsukan is a bullet hell shootergame with anime-style drawings and chip music.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 55.1%, Anime 16.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%, Difficult 6.9%, Indie 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play fan-made shooter that captures the classic Touhou aesthetic and gameplay loop perfectly.
- #20 東方催狐譚 ～ Servants of Harvest Wish
83% matchVery Positive96% of 414 reviews2020
Dev: Dream Compass
Windows
Set off on a journey to an autumnal paradise in this bountiful Touhou vertical Bullethell Shmup fan game made by overseas fans!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Faith 17.9% ★, Anime 10.2%, Action 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A well-regarded fan project that offers a substantial campaign and challenging boss encounters.
- #21 Danmaku Amanojaku ~ Impossible Spell Card.
82% matchVery Positive98% of 179 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
ルール無用の弾幕地獄週間！ 華麗に、ずる賢く、卑怯な手でしのぎきれ！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.6%, Faith 25.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Action 7.7%, Indie 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on overcoming 'impossible' patterns using special items, offering a unique challenge for skilled players.
- #22 東方逆妙乱 ~ Ephemeral Unnatural Balance
82% matchVery Positive92% of 87 reviews2019
Dev: Ephemeral Entertainment
Windows
The Touhou fangame where you return balance to the world by breaking the scale. Dodge storms of bullets as you work to discover the source of the abnormality. Tired of playing by the rules? Then change the game - up the risk and reward. Break the balance and embrace Discord.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Faith 13.4% ★, Difficult 10%, Anime 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a polished, single-player experience that stays true to the roots of the Touhou bullet-hell genre.
- #23 Touhou Blooming Chaos
81% matchVery Positive90% of 376 reviews2019
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Touhou Blooming Chaos is a shooting game, Reimu Hakurei and Marisa, fighting enemies with barrages and spell cards. Unlike general shooting games, the operation is more flexible and there are more areas to explore. A gorgeous game experience is irresistible!
Why similar: Faith 34.4% ★, Bullet Hell 27.6%, Action 11.6%, Anime 10%, Indie 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Blends traditional bullet-hell elements with RPG progression for a different take on the Gensokyo setting.
- #24 Yousei Daisensou ~ Touhou Sangetsusei
81% matchVery Positive96% of 131 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.8%, Faith 27% ★, Action 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Indie 12%
Why You'll Like It: A charming and slightly more accessible official spin-off that focuses on ice-based mechanics.
- #25 Azure Reflections
79% matchVery Positive88% of 194 reviews2019
Dev: souvenir circ.Pub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 90.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Azure Reflections is an insane, side-scrolling bullet hell fangame based on one of the hottest shooting game series to come out of Japan, the Touhou Project! Enemies come at you from all directions with a relentless hail of bullets! Fight back with a well-timed Danmaku Rush to tear your way through bullets and enemies alike!
Why similar: Faith 27.6% ★, Bullet Hell 26.9%, Action 12.9%, Anime 11.2%, Indie 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling bullet-hell that offers a fresh perspective on the Touhou universe with high-quality visuals.
- #26 SUGURI
80% matchVery Positive83% of 222 reviews2014
Dev: Orange_JuicePub: Rockin' Android
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.0 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Experience the rush of battle with the fan acclaimed Bullet-Hell shooter "SUGURI". You're equipped with an automatic lock-on targeting system and a unique arsenal of hyper weapons, power shields, and more. Sure, she may look cute, but when it's time to fight, it's all business.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.6%, Anime 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Action 7.8%, Female Protagonist 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A unique anime-style shooter that focuses on fast-paced movement and close-quarters combat against bosses.
- #27 永远消失的幻想乡 ～ The Disappearing of Gensokyo
78% matchVery Positive84% of 3,556 reviews2018
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 61.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"The Disappearing of Gensokyo" is a Touhou Project doujin game from MyACG Studio, a Chinese doujin game fan circle. We have re-imagined Touhou as an ARPG, creating this "Danmaku-Shooting-ARPG". We hope this game will be a good experience for those who are both new and knowledgeable of Touhou!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.5%, Faith 28.8% ★, Anime 16.3%, Difficult 8.4%, Action 6%
Why You'll Like It: An action-oriented game that incorporates bullet-hell elements into a broader exploration-based experience.
- #28 東方眠世界 ~ Wonderful Waking World
77% matchVery Positive98% of 291 reviews2022
Dev: Oligarchomp
Windows
A simplistic, dynamic Touhou fangame bullet hell shmup with a pixel art esthetic. Shoot down your enemies and dodge your way through an incessant barrage of projectiles!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 50.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Faith 15.3% ★, Action 10%, Indie 3.6%
- #29 Touhou Bunkachou ～ Shoot the Bullet.
78% matchVery Positive97% of 104 reviews2021
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
天狗と妖怪の日常を覗き見られる小劇場シューティング 妖怪の不思議で美しい弾幕を撮れ！撃て！
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Faith 20.9% ★, Action 19.5%, Indie 6%
Why You'll Like It: A unique photography-based shooter that challenges players to capture photos of boss patterns rather than just destroying them.
- #30 Touhou Kinjoukyou ～ Fossilized Wonders.
74% matchVery Positive91% of 804 reviews2025
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Team Shanghai Alice presents a bullet hell shooter! The 20th installment of the Touhou Project. Utilize the powers you've acquired to overcome new challenges!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Faith 16.7% ★, Action 7.2%, Female Protagonist 6.1%
- #31 Touhou Kikamu ~ Elegant Impermanence of Sakura
77% matchVery Positive97% of 477 reviews2020
Dev: 东方祈华梦制作组
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Touhou Kikamu ~ Elegant Impermanence of Sakura is a fangame of Touhou Project series, it manifests as a traditional STG like most official Touhou Project games.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44%, Faith 39.5% ★, Indie 16.5%
- #32 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part III
74% matchVery Positive90% of 1,176 reviews2025
Dev: 东方幕华祭制作组
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
"Touhou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part III" is a bullet hell shooting game with a distinctive, glamorous presentation style. It is the third game in the Touhou Makuka Sai series. The strange moon seems to hide a new conspiracy. Charge into the deep world on the eternal night!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.6%, Faith 30.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Anime 10.9%, Action 5.3%
- #33 Hifuu Nightmare Diary ~ Violet Detector.
79% matchMostly Positive76% of 297 reviews2018
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
東方Project第16.5弾！ 超能力女子高生「宇佐見菫子」に、突如襲いかかる幻想郷の住人達。その恐ろしくも美しい弾幕を、スマホに撮りまくり、SNS映えを狙おう！ サイキカルでSNS映え狙いのシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.4%, Faith 25.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 10.2%, Action 8.7%, Indie 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A spin-off title that focuses on puzzle-like boss encounters, perfect for players who enjoy the 'spell card' aspect of Touhou.
- #34 Touhou Kaeizuka ～ Phantasmagoria of Flower View.
76% matchVery Positive98% of 322 reviews2022
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 54%
桜、紫陽花、向日葵、彼岸花、 幻想の花は散ることなく咲き続ける。弾幕の花も然り。 弾幕の対戦型フラワリングシューティング！一人でも大変遊べます。
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Faith 19.9% ★, Action 14.4%, Anime 6.4%
- #35 東方実在相 ～ Dream Logical World
76% matchVery Positive82% of 309 reviews2022
Dev: Analogue Reverie
Windows
A reality-bending, strategy-oriented Touhou Project fan game. Shoot down enemies, dodge bullets and use Aspect Shifts to warp existence.
Why similar: Faith 38.1% ★, Bullet Hell 34.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Anime 9.8%, Female Protagonist 3.1%
- #36 東方剛欲異聞 ～ 水没した沈愁地獄
75% matchVery Positive83% of 749 reviews2021
Dev: 黄昏フロンティアPub: SUNFISH Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
不思議な力を持つ少女たちを操作して異変の解決を目指す2D弾幕アクションゲーム。立ち塞がる敵が繰り出して くる圧倒的弾幕を時には避け、時には攻撃で無害な水にして切り抜け、戦場に溢れた水を使う事で強力な攻撃 「スペルカード」を繰り出し決闘を制していく駆け引きのゲームです。 主人公は複数から選択可能で、ストーリーもゲーム内容もそれぞれ個性に応じて違った展開を楽しめます。 無数の弾幕とライバルを蹴散らし、この世界の異変の元凶をその目で確かめてください。
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.3%, Faith 29.5% ★, Action 13.6%, Indie 7.2%, Female Protagonist 5.2%
- #37 東方资志疏 ~ Immortal Immanuel. (东方资志疏)
72% matchVery Positive95% of 109 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 40.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Anime 14.8%, Action 13%, Indie 6.7%
- #38 Bullet Heaven 2
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 520 reviews2015
Dev: Matt Roszak
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Bullet Heaven 2 is a bullet-hell shoot-em-up inspired by games like Touhou and Jamestown. It's all about shooting every cute thing that moves, while dodging hundreds of shiny bullets per second!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 50.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.4%, Action 9.3%, Anime 7.2%, Difficult 7%
- #39 Touhou : Shooting Star | 東方流星譚
73% matchVery Positive89% of 141 reviews2020
Dev: 星屑ラボラトリーPub: T-Works
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 48%
As a wizard "Marisa Kirisame", Fly in the Gensokyo! This is fun game of "Touhou Project"! See beautiful danmaku of touhou characters. Develop your weapon, armor, spell card to get strong. Let's play "Danmaku"!
Why similar: Faith 36.7% ★, Bullet Hell 30.1%, Indie 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%
- #40 Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy: Prologue
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,365 reviews2021
Dev: GAMEPULSE 游戏脉冲
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy Prologue is a fanmade indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.To save the Princess of Misty Lake "Daiyousei", from the evil who took her captive. You must play as the brave Hero of Ice Fairy "Cirno" and face "Remilia Scarlet" of the Kouma Castle
Why similar: Bullet Hell 53%, Anime 14.3%, Action 12.5%, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Faith 6.5% ★
- #41 东方远空界 ~ Ultimate Vitality of Imagination
73% matchVery Positive85% of 85 reviews2022
Dev: 神心飘游堂
Windows
「东方远空界」is a fangame of Touhou Project, a STG game with Touhou style.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.7%, Faith 33.2% ★, Anime 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.7%, Action 6.6%
- #42 Black Market of Bulletphilia ~ 100th Black Market.
72% matchVery Positive82% of 503 reviews2022
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
東方Project第18.5弾。上海アリス幻樂団による弾幕シューティング！ 市場は２種類あった？ 魔理沙が闇市場の調査（＆カード蒐集）に大奮闘！ アビリティカードを駆使して遊ぶ、ハイスピードでブラックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Faith 34.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 12.3%, Anime 10.6%, Female Protagonist 7.8%
- #43 I Am Sakuya: Touhou FPS Game
71% matchVery Positive91% of 715 reviews2022
Dev: Sigyaad Team
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Dodge bullets, shoot enemies and even stop time as you navigate through 15 beautiful levels in this perfect blend of bullet hell and FPS. Uncover the origins of Sakuya Izayoi's past and investigate the mansion where the scarlet vampires resides in this Touhou Project Fangame!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.3%, Anime 15.1%, Faith 14% ★, Action 11%, Female Protagonist 8.7%
- #44 Yoiyami Dancers: Twilight Danmaku Dancers
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 659 reviews2022
Dev: tripper_roomPub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Dodge bullets to the rhythm and take down everything that moves! A rhythmical danmaku action game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 46.9%, Faith 24.1% ★, Action 16.6%, Female Protagonist 6.5%, Difficult 4.8%
- #45 MoriyaRhythm
68% matchVery Positive91% of 116 reviews2025
Dev: FriendNavy
Windows
A rhythmic danmaku shooter appears! Seven days of danmaku, music, and sake—celebrate the festival to the fullest!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.7%, Faith 32.6% ★, Action 16.7%, Indie 6.1%, Difficult 4.9%
- #46 东方希莲船 ~ Ultimate Fatal Octopus
70% matchVery Positive93% of 59 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 45%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Anime 10.8%, Action 10.4%, Female Protagonist 7.2%
- #47 Touhou: Dreaming Butterfly | 东方蝶梦志
73% matchVery Positive82% of 72 reviews2018
Dev: 弦语蝶梦
Windows
"Touhou Dreaming Butterfly" is a fan game for Touhou Project developed by Strrationalism. The game is intended for game players who enjoy the horizontal STG and to promote the contrasting gaming mode for others who are accustomed to the vertical STG gaming of the original Touhou Project.
Why similar: Faith 37.5% ★, Bullet Hell 27.4%, Action 20.5%, Indie 14.6%
- #48 Touhou Blooming Chaos 2
69% matchVery Positive93% of 2,578 reviews2021
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Touhou Blooming Chaos 2 is an brand new rogue shooter where you control a character of a varied cast to explore an all randomized labyrinth. Enjoy the excessive fun of reaping enemies and character training. With balanced difficulty, you can always find your place as either beginner or veteran!
Why similar: Faith 28.7% ★, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Action 17%, Indie 12.4%, Anime 10.6%
- #49 UDONGEIN X
68% matchVery Positive92% of 441 reviews2021
Dev: Bar Holographic Otaku
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Help Reisen Udongein Inaba navigate through 14 action packed stages in this exhilarating 2D Bullet Hell Platformer based on Touhou Project!
Why similar: Faith 32.1% ★, Bullet Hell 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Action 15%, Female Protagonist 5%
- #50 东方雪莲华 ～ Abyss Soul Lotus.
67% matchVery Positive93% of 436 reviews2023
Dev: 雨夜枫雪制作组
Windows
东方雪莲华是东方project的二次同人STG游戏。登场人物、弹幕、音乐、剧情皆为原创。在幻想乡存亡之际，为了对抗冻结一切的严寒，少女们团结起来，挽救危在旦夕的幻想乡！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.6%, Faith 22.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Female Protagonist 7.3%, Action 6.9%
- #51 Terra Feminarum
71% matchVery Positive86% of 64 reviews2018
Dev: Polar Night Games
Windows
Terra Feminarum is a Finnish mythology themed Japanese style danmaku shoot ’em up.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.2%, Action 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Indie 15.4%, Anime 13%
- #52 Touhou Luna Nights
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,634 reviews2019
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.2%, Faith 25.7% ★, Difficult 12.5%, Anime 12.1%, Female Protagonist 6.5%
- #53 Double Spoiler
69% matchVery Positive97% of 90 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
天狗の取材は一方的で新聞記事は捏造ばかり。 強行取材、捏造記事の楽しさを君にも！ トラディショナルな妖怪達の本気の日常を激写せよ！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.8%, Faith 23.4% ★, Action 16.9%, Indie 13.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 11%
- #54 鈴集無名の丘 ～ Little Doll Queen
67% matchVery Positive92% of 106 reviews2023
Dev: 幸歸鈴園
Windows
Gensokyo suddenly plunged into a huge miasma of toxic fog, and the lands are now gloomy and lifeless. The source of these strange phenomena is the Nameless Hill, a forgotten land of sin. It's a danmaku experience full of poisons and suffocation. That means, this is a shooting game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 45.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Faith 16.8% ★, Action 11.7%, Indie 3.9%
- #55 Barrage Musical ~ Basic Danmaku Tutorial ~ / 弹幕音乐绘 ~ 基础教学篇 ~
68% matchVery Positive98% of 198 reviews2019
Dev: SlimeSmile
Windows
A tutorial for shmup beginners. Presented by Lightsaber Fairy.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Action 16.7%, Anime 14.3%, Indie 12.3%
- #56 Murasaki
69% matchVery Positive91% of 133 reviews2016
Dev: KatatemaPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 93%
"Murasaki" is a puzzle explosion game. Use explosions to clear the screen of pesky obstacles filling it up. The only controls you need are the directional buttons and two other buttons (Z and X)!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 39.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Anime 12.7%, Action 12.2%, Indie 8.6%
- #57 東方憑依華 ～ Antinomy of Common Flowers.
66% matchVery Positive91% of 1,936 reviews2018
Dev: 黄昏フロンティアPub: SUNFISH Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 400.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
今度の異変は二人で一人？ いまだ煽り続ける都市伝説が新たな異変を引き起こす 今度の異変は二人が一人！？ならば二人で解決するしかない！
Why similar: Faith 36.4% ★, Bullet Hell 30.7%, Anime 9.4%, Female Protagonist 7.4%, Action 6.6%
- #58 Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy
61% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,302 reviews2024
Dev: GAMEPULSE 游戏脉冲
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 51%, Anime 22.8%, Female Protagonist 10.2%, Action 7.6%, Indie 6.9%
