- #1 Touhou Luna Nights
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,787 reviews2019
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 42.9 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 22.6%, Side Scroller 19.3%, Female Protagonist 13.3%, Platformer 11.6%, Anime 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: This metroidvania perfectly captures the blend of precise platforming and bullet-hell mechanics found in the seed game.
- #2 Rabi-Ribi
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,225 reviews2016
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 63.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.8%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Anime 13.5%, Female Protagonist 13.4%, Platformer 9.9%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential bullet-hell metroidvania that shares the cute aesthetic and challenging boss encounters of the Touhou series.
- #3 TEVI
96% matchVery Positive89% of 3,910 reviews2023
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.3 hrsMean: 21.2 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.8%, Side Scroller 16.3%, Anime 13.8%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Platformer 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: This action-adventure game features deep combat systems and bullet-hell patterns that will feel very familiar to fans of the genre.
- #4 Gensokyo Night Festival
95% matchMostly Positive71% of 4,751 reviews2019
Dev: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 103.1 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Gensokyo Night Festival is a 2D action-exploration game set in the world of Gensokyo.Join Suika Ibuki as she wreaks havoc throughout Gensokyo against the backdrop of the festival held at Hakurei Shrine.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.8%, Side Scroller 15.4%, Female Protagonist 15%, Anime 13.1%, Platformer 10.2%
Why You'll Like It: A high-octane side-scrolling action game set in the Touhou universe that emphasizes fluid movement and combat.
- #5 Touhou: Scarlet Curiosity
94% matchVery Positive92% of 1,305 reviews2018
Dev: Ankake SpaPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The world of Touhou comes alive in this beautiful action RPG (featuring “bullet hell” elements, of course!). Infamous vampire Remilia Scarlet and her dutiful maid, Sakuya, set off to chase rumors of a massive monster, all while sending baddies flying with fluid action and signature skills!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.4%, JRPG 16.5%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Anime 12.3%, Platformer 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: An action-heavy title that translates the bullet-hell intensity of the series into a 2D side-scrolling format.
- #6 Glimmer in Mirror
94% matchMostly Positive75% of 918 reviews2023
Dev: MapleDorm GamesPub: 方块游戏(CubeGame)
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.9 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Glimmer in Mirror is a 2D story-rich action shooting game. Play as Shiro in a collapsed world, to meet various unique NPCs and monsters, and gradually uncover the truth of the world through a gripping story.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 16.2%, JRPG 14.9%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Female Protagonist 11.1%, Anime 10.8%
Why You'll Like It: This side-scroller features a beautiful anime art style and exploration mechanics that mirror the charm of the seed game.
- #7 UDONGEIN X
93% matchVery Positive92% of 455 reviews2021
Dev: Bar Holographic Otaku
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.6 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: Side Scroller 26.3%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Platformer 19%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Action 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A dedicated 2D platformer that incorporates shoot-em-up elements and challenging boss fights.
- #8 Touhou: New World
92% matchMostly Positive78% of 293 reviews2023
Dev: Ankake SpaPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Delve back into the world of Touhou in this bullet hell action-RPG adventure! The boundary between Gensokyo and the outside world has been breached, and it falls to Reimu Hakurei and Marisa Kirisame to discover why. Level up skills, forge new equipment, and explore Gensokyo to uncover the truth!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.9%, JRPG 21.8%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Anime 13.6%, Platformer 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that brings the bullet-hell experience into a more expansive, top-down exploration framework.
- #9 Touhou Blooming Chaos 2
91% matchVery Positive93% of 2,586 reviews2021
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 37.5 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: Bullet Hell 29.9%, RPG 21.4%, Anime 16.6%, Action 11%, Adventure 10.9%
Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-adventure game that maintains the series' signature focus on faith and bullet-hell combat.
- #10 Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy: Prologue
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,389 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 26.2%, JRPG 20.7%, Female Protagonist 12.1%, Anime 9.2%, Shooter 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: The direct prequel to the seed game, offering a concise look at the mechanics and story of Cirno's journey.
- #11 Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight
90% matchVery Positive93% of 11,754 reviews2016
Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Momodora: Reverie Under The Moonlight is the fourth installment in the beloved Momodora series of 2D platformers. Unleash ravaging combos against a variety of formidable monsters and deftly dodge your way through a cursed land to seek audience with the Queen and dispel the evil that threatens all life.
Why similar: Side Scroller 27.6%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Platformer 16.2%, Anime 13.3%, Cute 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: A polished side-scrolling action game that balances cute character designs with demanding combat encounters.
- #12 Touhou Genso Wanderer -Reloaded-
89% matchVery Positive93% of 1,833 reviews2018
Dev: AQUASTYLE
Windows
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 66.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Based on the "Touhou Project" world, Touhou Genso Wanderer -Reloaded- is an addictive roguelike RPG that's easy for beginners to pickup and play, but with tons of advanced options for pros! Explore dungeons with your Touhou favorites characters, collect loot, and battle over the Golden Spheres!
Why similar: Anime 22.1%, Female Protagonist 20.2%, RPG 20.1%, JRPG 10%, Cute 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelike dungeon crawler that offers a different perspective on the Touhou universe while retaining its core charm.
- #13 Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia
88% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,205 reviews2023
Dev: Bar Holographic Otaku
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Explore Gensokyo from an outsider's perspective in this old-school Touhou DRPG!
Why similar: JRPG 29.9%, Bullet Hell 26.2%, Female Protagonist 21.5%, RPG 8.8%, Adventure 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: A dungeon crawler that provides a deep, turn-based take on the Touhou world for those who enjoy the setting.
- #14 Minoria
89% matchVery Positive81% of 2,611 reviews2019
Dev: BombservicePub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Ink and blood stain the streets of Ramezia. Witches must burn and sins must be judged. Venture forth as Sister Semilla to burn down the pillars of heresy in Minoria, an action-platformer by Bombservice, creators of Momodora.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 33.9%, Anime 24.8%, Platformer 8.3%, Action 7.5%, 2D 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: Developed by the creators of Momodora, this game offers similar side-scrolling action with a focus on tight controls and atmosphere.
- #15 Record of Lodoss War-Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth-
87% matchVery Positive93% of 7,333 reviews2021
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 5.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A 2D Metroidvania-style game developed under the supervision of Ryo Mizuno, depicting the story of Deedlit and the events leading up to Record of Lodoss War: Diadem of the Covenant. Use a variety of weapons and spirit powers to unravel the mystery of the labyrinth.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 21.6%, Anime 18.3%, Platformer 17.8%, Cute 10.8%, RPG 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: A high-quality metroidvania that features fluid movement and projectile-based combat reminiscent of Touhou fan games.
- #16 Touhou Mystia's Izakaya
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 31,878 reviews2021
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.1 hrsMean: 34.9 hrs≥1hr: 84%
A brand new pixel art restaurant simulator based on the Touhou Project! Play as Mystia, the owner of a small izakaya. Collect ingredients by day, cater to the customers by night, learn recipes from familiar characters, and become the best izakaya owner in all of Gensokyo!
Why similar: JRPG 32.3%, Anime 23%, Female Protagonist 17.9%, RPG 12.1%, Story Rich 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: While a simulation game, it captures the same cute, character-driven charm of the Touhou universe.
- #17 Lost Ruins
86% matchVery Positive85% of 5,734 reviews2021
Dev: ALTARI GAMESPub: DANGEN Entertainment
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 7.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Lost Ruins is a 2D side-scrolling survival action game, where you play as a young girl that has awoken in a strange and foreign place without her memories. Explore a dark and dangerous world, battle hideous monsters, and topple incredible bosses.
Why similar: Anime 27.2%, Platformer 17.4%, Cute 12.9%, Female Protagonist 12.2%, Side Scroller 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action game with anime-inspired visuals and a focus on strategic combat and exploration.
- #18 Touhou Endless Dream
84% matchVery Positive94% of 1,881 reviews2021
Dev: a10a010Pub: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 13.1 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A bullet hell roguelike game. Players can utilize characters with different abilities, collect and assemble powerful items. Dance through an unending barrage of bullets to save both yourself and Touhou Gensokyo from the darkness that is engulfing everything.
Why similar: Roguelite 22.6%, Anime 20.2%, Female Protagonist 19.5%, Platformer 14.8%, Cute 11.7%
Why You'll Like It: A roguelite that provides a casual yet engaging experience for those looking to explore the Touhou universe.
- #19 Touhou Danmaku Kagura Phantasia Lost
84% matchVery Positive82% of 2,424 reviews2024
Dev: Alliance Arts
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 19.2 hrs≥1hr: 80%
"The collapse of Gensokyo... it was all you - " To rebuild the now barren phantasia, Reimu's journey begins. A Touhou Project officially approved derivative rhythm action game.
Why similar: Anime 23.1%, Bullet Hell 21%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, Cute 11.4%, Action 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A rhythm-action game that celebrates the iconic music and characters of the Touhou series.
- #20 Azure Striker Gunvolt
85% matchVery Positive85% of 1,747 reviews2015
Dev: INTI CREATES CO., LTD.
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born.
Why similar: Anime 26.4%, Platformer 24.9%, Side Scroller 23.2%, Action 10.1%, 2D 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: This fast-paced action platformer features intense boss battles and bullet-hell elements that reward quick reflexes.
- #21 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part III
81% matchVery Positive91% of 1,240 reviews2025
Dev: 东方幕华祭制作组
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 82%
"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 37.2%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Anime 17.3%, Shooter 8.4%, Cute 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: The latest installment in this fan-made series, offering refined bullet-hell mechanics and impressive boss designs.
- #22 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part II
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,628 reviews2019
Dev: 东方幕华祭制作组
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 20.9 hrs≥1hr: 82%
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 61.9%, Anime 12.7%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Indie 4.8%, Action 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: A high-quality fan-made bullet-hell game that captures the spirit of the original series perfectly.
- #23 Touhou Juuouen 〜 Unfinished Dream of All Living Ghost.
82% matchVery Positive93% of 1,235 reviews2023
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 15.8 hrs≥1hr: 83%
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: Bullet Hell 34.5%, Female Protagonist 20.4%, Shooter 11.3%, Story Rich 7.1%, Action 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A modern entry in the main series that continues to refine the bullet-hell combat formula.
- #24 Touhou Kishinjou ~ Double Dealing Character.
82% matchVery Positive99% of 429 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 564.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
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 58.5%, Female Protagonist 17%, Anime 8.5%, Indie 6.5%, Action 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A classic bullet-hell entry that serves as the foundation for the mechanics seen in many fan-made side-scrollers.
- #25 Halluci-Sabbat of Koishi
80% matchVery Positive92% of 811 reviews2024
Dev: ZRIGN 地霊研究院
Windows · Linux
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 74.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Touhou Project, Komeiji Koishi's Action Game, with collision between sword and magic! Help Marisa hold a Sabbat of witches, and explore the way of treasure hunt with wisdom and strength. On the day of the war, there is the glory of death and no shame of life.
Why similar: Anime 26.8%, Female Protagonist 19.6%, Cute 19.1%, RPG 10.8%, Action-Adventure 9.1%
Why You'll Like It: An action-RPG that features challenging combat and a unique aesthetic within the Touhou fan game scene.
- #26 Touhou Kinjoukyou ～ Fossilized Wonders.
79% matchVery Positive91% of 826 reviews2025
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.9 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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 46.5%, Female Protagonist 19%, Shooter 11.3%, Story Rich 6.8%, Action 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: An arcade-style shooter that emphasizes the intense, pattern-based gameplay central to the Touhou experience.
- #27 Touhou Fuujinroku ~ Mountain of Faith.
81% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,587 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 68%
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 45.9%, Female Protagonist 19.3%, Anime 9.6%, Indie 7.5%, Action 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential Touhou bullet-hell experience that defines the series' high-difficulty, high-reward gameplay.
- #28 Touhou Dystopian
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,164 reviews2025
Dev: Kay Lnk
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Touhou Project's Brand New Action Roguelite Fan Game! Strange incidents erupt in the Animal Realm and Primate Spirit Garden. Embark on an unknown journey, uncover the truth behind the anomalies, and break through this 'Touhou Dystopian'!
Why similar: Female Protagonist 27.5%, Roguelite 25.9%, Anime 13.6%, Cute 10.7%, Action 5.4%
- #29 Mirage Feathers
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,503 reviews2024
Dev: oyasumi Workshop
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 66%
「Maybe one day, I won't have to fight when I fly.」
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27%, Anime 20.3%, Female Protagonist 15.7%, Cute 15.4%, Shooter 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: A cute, anime-styled shooter that focuses on the bullet-hell mechanics that define the genre.
- #30 Touhou Blooming Soul
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,017 reviews2026
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows · Mac
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
Follow Hata no Kokoro as she explores and defeats enemies on the stage of Gensokyo. The game contains many randomized elements such as items, skills and maps. Players can utilize a variety of different playstyles, making each run uniquely different from the last.
Why similar: JRPG 22.8%, Side Scroller 19.8%, Roguelite 15.2%, Anime 11.1%, RPG 7.4%
- #31 TouHou Nil Soul
79% matchVery Positive85% of 184 reviews2020
Dev: Re零同人社Pub: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows
Scarlet Devil Mansion is asking for trouble again. For the sake of convenience, vampire lord Reimilia Scarlet release scarlet mist to blind the sun. No doubt such stupid behavior will definitely result in a tragedy. Look! Reimu and Marisa are coming to teach her a lesson.
Why similar: RPG 67.6%, Indie 32.4%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling action game that focuses on tight combat mechanics and character-specific abilities.
- #32 Last Command
75% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,409 reviews2022
Dev: No Stuck Game StudioPub: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 7.2 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Last Command is a fast-paced Snake x Bullet Hell action game. Maneuver through enemies’ barrage of attacks, collect Data Points to deal damage! Mix and match skill chips as you progress, overcome intense Boss battles, and uncover the secrets of their program world...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.2%, Female Protagonist 15%, Anime 14.6%, Cute 9.1%, Story Rich 7.7%
- #33 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,478 reviews2018
Dev: 東方幕華祭制作组
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 194.1 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 59.8%, Anime 12.4%, Female Protagonist 9.2%, Action 6%, Indie 5.9%
- #34 永远消失的幻想乡 ～ The Disappearing of Gensokyo
76% matchVery Positive84% of 3,567 reviews2018
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 64.5 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 23%, JRPG 17.1%, Anime 16.5%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Cute 7.6%
- #35 Nyaruru Fishy Fight
74% matchVery Positive90% of 1,775 reviews2023
Dev: 赤瞳大白猫
Windows · Linux
Median: 6.2 hrsMean: 27.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
This game is a Metroidvania game with intense battle. Explore the world and collection power-ups with your cute cat girl! When magic curse suddenly occurred in a small town and all the residents grew cat ears, the real cat girl Nyaruru started her way to uncover the truth...
Why similar: Anime 23.7%, Female Protagonist 21.3%, Platformer 16.7%, Cute 14.6%, Action-Adventure 7.8%
- #36 Momodora: Moonlit Farewell
73% matchVery Positive92% of 3,158 reviews2024
Dev: BombservicePub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 6.7 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 82%
"Momodora: Moonlit Farewell" is the latest installment in the Momodora series. Join Momo, High Priestess of the village of Koho, as she embarks on a divine mission to save her people from imminent destruction at the hands of the demon hordes summoned by a malevolent bellringer.
Why similar: Side Scroller 22.7%, Anime 16.8%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Platformer 13.4%, Action-Adventure 6.7%
- #37 Touhou Blooming Chaos
76% matchVery Positive89% of 381 reviews2019
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.7 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: Bullet Hell 42.7%, Anime 20.1%, RPG 18.2%, Action 9.9%, Indie 9%
- #38 東方剛欲異聞 ～ 水没した沈愁地獄
75% matchVery Positive83% of 756 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 45.2%, Side Scroller 16.7%, Female Protagonist 16%, Action 7.8%, 2D 6.6%
- #39 Touhou Kanjuden ~ Legacy of Lunatic Kingdom.
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,576 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 17.8 hrs≥1hr: 69%
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 52.6%, Female Protagonist 15.8%, Anime 8.7%, Cute 5.3%, Indie 3.9%
- #40 Yog-Sothoth’s Yard
71% matchVery Positive94% of 13,505 reviews2023
Dev: Bone Nail
Windows
Median: 7.6 hrsMean: 28.1 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Manage a hotel and hire employees including Death, a dragon, a Spirit Hunter, and a bioroid maid. Build your wealth through various means and refine your strategies based on the predictions of Oracles. All employees can be romanced depending on your choices.
Why similar: JRPG 33.3%, Anime 19.3%, Roguelite 15.3%, Cute 12.1%, Story Rich 9.4%
- #41 Touhou Kouryudou ~ Unconnected Marketeers.
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,808 reviews2021
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
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 41.5%, Female Protagonist 13.2%, Shooter 10.2%, Cute 9.1%, Roguelite 8.7%
- #42 Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony
74% matchMixed65% of 337 reviews2022
Dev: Frontier AjaPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 87.7 hrs≥1hr: 65%
「Koumajou Remilia: Scarlet Symphony」 is an action side-scroller based on the world-famous 「Touhou Project」. The legendary 2009 title comes back with modern upgrades including HD remastered graphics and a number of bonus content, ready to give fans more convenient and pleasant gameplay experience.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.3%, JRPG 19.1%, Side Scroller 17.8%, Anime 11.2%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
- #43 Three Fairies' Hoppin' Flappin' Great Journey!
73% matchVery Positive87% of 214 reviews2021
Dev: yomogi_softPub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
Tactics algorithm RPG with a pop world view stretched out by the "Three Fairies of Light"! While Hoppin' & flappin' the world of quarter view, can the three fairies defeat Cirno by mastering "Tactics system"? Contrary to its pop appearance, it's a large-volume RPG with plenty of elements to play!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.6%, JRPG 24.5%, Female Protagonist 15.5%, Anime 12.5%, Cute 8.4%
- #44 Journey of Realm：Dawn Dew
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,197 reviews2025
Dev: 葱色兔兔/Scallion RabbitPub: Anotherindie
Windows
Median: 4.7 hrsMean: 9.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
"JOR: Dawn Dew" is a 2D turn-based game with a box-like map. In the game, act "Dew" to adventure. On adventure, collect and freely choose your way of fighting. As the exploration progresses, deter the threat of the black beast tide, and finally defeat the monstrous malice.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 29.5%, Cute 14.6%, Story Rich 12.9%, RPG 12.8%, Anime 12.8%
- #45 Snezhinka:Sentinel Girls2
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,419 reviews2024
Dev: hinyari9
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 10.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
A fast-paced shooter with simple controls. Enhance your character by purchasing cards and hold the line against waves of hostile mechs as an employee of a private military company.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.8%, Anime 15.5%, Roguelite 13.8%, Female Protagonist 11.9%, Side Scroller 10.2%
- #46 ICEY
71% matchVery Positive90% of 27,649 reviews2016
Dev: FantaBlade NetworkPub: XD
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 10.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
ICEY is a 2D side-scrolling action game and a META game in disguise. As you follow the narrator's omnipresent voice, you will see through ICEY's eyes and learn the truth about her world. The narrator will constantly urge you in one direction, but you must ask, "Why? Why am I following his directions?“ Obey? Rebel?
Why similar: Female Protagonist 26.2%, Side Scroller 25.5%, Anime 19.3%, Action 7.1%, RPG 5.6%
- #47 Touhou Fairy Knockout ~ One fairy to rule them all
71% matchVery Positive87% of 276 reviews2023
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 1.9 hrs≥1hr: 47%
You will role-play as playful fairies with unique personalities, and accomplish your own Gekokujō in Gensokyo where the strong gather! Make your own favorite fairy character the strongest with your own hands!
Why similar: Anime 38.7%, Cute 22.8%, Action-Adventure 17.6%, 2D 11.5%, Action 9.4%
- #48 Touhou Shinreibyou ~ Ten Desires.
72% matchVery Positive96% of 433 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 245.1 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 54.2%, Female Protagonist 16.9%, Anime 10.5%, Indie 8.2%, Action 7.2%
- #49 Touhou Monster TD ~ 幻想乡妖怪塔防
70% matchVery Positive91% of 999 reviews2021
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 12.8 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Easy to learn but hard to master, Touhou Monster TD is a unique Tower defense Game. Control your character, level up and unlock tower skills and character talents, use your wisdom to defeat incoming enemies. Travel the Gensokyo, find out why the “Incident” happened this time.
Why similar: Roguelite 23.6%, Female Protagonist 21.4%, Anime 20%, RPG 13.5%, Cute 12.4%
- #50 Valkyrie of Phantasm
69% matchVery Positive87% of 616 reviews2024
Dev: AREAZEROPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 14.8 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Control characters from the Touhou Project series in this shooting action game featuring high-speed aerial versus combat! Danmaku battles faster than you've ever seen will unfold in the skies of Gensokyo as you use your mobility to dodge countless bullets flying at you with a variety of spells.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 25.1%, Anime 22.9%, JRPG 13.8%, Cute 12.4%, Shooter 8.8%
- #51 BlazBlue Entropy Effect
67% matchVery Positive94% of 35,345 reviews2024
Dev: 91Act
Windows · Mac
Median: 8.7 hrsMean: 20.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Enjoy action-packed flashy combat with incredibly satisfying combos and responsive controls! Numerous characters, each with completely unique playstyles and loads of unlockable moves & upgrades! This action roguelike sets the bar for fluid fast-paced action.
Why similar: Platformer 24.7%, Anime 24.5%, Action-Adventure 12.6%, Story Rich 11.1%, 2D 8.9%
- #52 Touhou Tenkuushou ~ Hidden Star in Four Seasons.
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,532 reviews2017
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 269.0 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 54.8%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Cute 6.5%, Anime 4.9%, Indie 3.4%
- #53 Touhou Kikamu ~ Elegant Impermanence of Sakura
70% matchVery Positive97% of 477 reviews2020
Dev: 东方祈华梦制作组
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 28.3 hrs≥1hr: 74%
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 79.2%, Indie 20.8%
- #54 東方憑依華 ～ Antinomy of Common Flowers.
70% matchVery Positive91% of 1,937 reviews2018
Dev: 黄昏フロンティアPub: SUNFISH Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 407.3 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: Bullet Hell 34.5%, Female Protagonist 24.1%, Anime 13.8%, Cute 7.8%, Story Rich 4.9%
- #55 Trainee Death Simulator
66% matchVery Positive93% of 1,972 reviews2024
Dev: Bone Nail
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 14.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
You will play as a Trainee Death, harvesting Souls to pay off your debt. Random choice events offer you various options: Lie in bed and slack off since the debt is endless anyway, Or follow your senior to earn some extra Souls, collecting outfits to switch up your style.
Why similar: JRPG 35.9%, Anime 21.5%, RPG 15.4%, Cute 14.6%, Indie 8.2%
- #56 Homura Hime
65% matchNo user reviews90% of 2,346 reviews2026
Dev: Crimson DuskPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Homura Hime is an anime-style 3D action game merging exhilarating thrills with the tension-filled gameplay of bullet hell. Players dodge hails of projectiles, unleash combos that blend close-quarters and ranged attacks, and utilize dodges and parries to withstand the fierce onslaught of demons.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.9%, Female Protagonist 20.4%, Anime 16.6%, Cute 10.7%, Story Rich 9%
- #57 Touhou Chireiden ~ Subterranean Animism.
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 803 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 17.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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 45.1%, Female Protagonist 21%, Indie 9.4%, Action 8.3%, Anime 6.4%
- #58 Magical Girl Witch Trials
63% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 31,694 reviews2025
Dev: AcaciaPub: Re,AER
Windows · Mac
Median: 16.1 hrsMean: 33.6 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Thirteen girls awaken, only to find themselves in a prison. What awaits them: a Witch Trial. Help them prepare for the trial by exploring the prison in order to find the witch hidden amongst them. Find the witch, learn what kind of magic she holds, dispel the lies, and prepare for the execution.
Why similar: Female Protagonist 43.5%, Cute 21.3%, Anime 18.8%, Story Rich 13%, Indie 2%
- #59 Touhou: Lost Branch of Legend
67% matchVery Positive93% of 2,067 reviews2022
Dev: Alioth Studio
Windows · Mac
Median: 19.4 hrsMean: 46.3 hrs≥1hr: 92%
Welcome to Eientei, combine multiple colors of mana to build your ideal deck, duel with gensokyo girls, and chase back the mysterious moon treasure. Also, enjoy the unpredictable Roguelike with fantasy Danmaku!
Why similar: JRPG 26.1%, Anime 25.4%, Roguelite 21.4%, Cute 9.9%, RPG 7.8%
- #60 I Am Sakuya: Touhou FPS Game
67% matchVery Positive91% of 725 reviews2022
Dev: Sigyaad Team
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 65%
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 35.1%, Female Protagonist 21%, Anime 15.9%, Shooter 12.1%, Cute 5.9%
