- #1 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part II
97% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,609 reviews2019
Dev: 东方幕华祭制作组
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 21.0 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: Faith 37.8% ★, Bullet Hell 30.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Female Protagonist 5.2%, Anime 5%
Why You'll Like It: As the direct predecessor, this game shares the exact same visual style, mechanics, and high-production value as the third installment.
- #2 東方幕華祭 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,454 reviews2018
Dev: 東方幕華祭制作组
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 199.0 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 33.4%, Faith 33% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Anime 5.6%, Female Protagonist 4.5%
Why You'll Like It: The first game in the series establishes the foundation for the glamorous presentation and challenging bullet-hell gameplay found in the sequels.
- #3 Touhou Kouryudou ~ Unconnected Marketeers.
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,801 reviews2021
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 18.2 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: Faith 35.6% ★, Bullet Hell 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Shooter 6.4%, Female Protagonist 5.7%
Why You'll Like It: This official entry features the classic Touhou bullet-hell experience with a unique card-based mechanic that adds depth to the traditional shooter formula.
- #4 Touhou Juuouen 〜 Unfinished Dream of All Living Ghost.
95% matchVery Positive93% of 1,231 reviews2023
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 15.7 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: Faith 34.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Female Protagonist 8.7%, Shooter 6.9%
Why You'll Like It: This official title offers a competitive, fast-paced bullet-hell experience that mirrors the high-energy intensity of the Fantastic Danmaku Festival series.
- #5 Touhou Kanjuden ~ Legacy of Lunatic Kingdom.
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,540 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 18.8 hrs≥1hr: 71%
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: Faith 39.2% ★, Bullet Hell 27.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Female Protagonist 7.2%, Anime 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its extreme difficulty and precise pattern design, this game is a perfect match for players who enjoy the challenging nature of the seed game.
- #6 Touhou Fuujinroku ~ Mountain of Faith.
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,541 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.5 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: Faith 37.8% ★, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Female Protagonist 8%, Anime 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: A quintessential Touhou experience that defines the series' core gameplay loop of dodging dense bullet patterns while managing resources.
- #7 Touhou Shinreibyou ~ Ten Desires.
93% matchVery Positive96% of 422 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 256.9 hrs≥1hr: 60%
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: Faith 33.4% ★, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Female Protagonist 7.1%, Anime 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: This title introduces a spirit-collecting mechanic that rewards aggressive play, fitting well with the action-oriented style of the seed game.
- #8 Touhou Kikeijuu ~ Wily Beast and Weakest Creature.
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,046 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: Faith 37.6% ★, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Female Protagonist 8%, Anime 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: Features a distinct animal-spirit system that changes how you approach bullet-hell patterns, offering a fresh take on the classic formula.
- #9 Touhou Seirensen ~ Undefined Fantastic Object.
91% matchVery Positive96% of 413 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 9.0 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: Faith 33% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 22.2%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Action 6.1%
Why You'll Like It: A classic entry that emphasizes item collection and precise movement, essential skills for mastering the Fantastic Danmaku Festival series.
- #10 Touhou Tenkuushou ~ Hidden Star in Four Seasons.
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,524 reviews2017
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 271.2 hrs≥1hr: 67%
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 33.1%, Faith 27.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Cute 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: Introduces a season-based power-up system that adds a layer of strategic depth to the standard bullet-dodging mechanics.
- #11 Touhou Chireiden ~ Subterranean Animism.
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 778 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 18.9 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: Faith 31.1% ★, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Female Protagonist 9.6%, Action 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: This game is highly regarded for its challenging patterns and unique partner system, making it a must-play for fans of complex bullet-hell shooters.
- #12 Touhou Kishinjou ~ Double Dealing Character.
89% matchVery Positive99% of 419 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 578.9 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: Faith 32% ★, Bullet Hell 29.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Female Protagonist 7.5%, Anime 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a refined take on the traditional Touhou formula with a focus on high-speed action and intricate boss encounters.
- #13 Touhou Kinjoukyou ～ Fossilized Wonders.
87% matchVery Positive91% of 821 reviews2025
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 6.6 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: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Faith 21.7% ★, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Shooter 8%
Why You'll Like It: A recent fan-made entry that maintains the high-quality standards and classic bullet-hell feel expected by fans of the series.
- #14 Mushihimesama
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,541 reviews2015
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.9 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 42.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 38.8%, Anime 6.8%, Female Protagonist 5.9%, Action 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: As a legendary bullet-hell shooter, it provides the intense, screen-filling patterns that inspired the mechanics of the Touhou series.
- #15 Black Market of Bulletphilia ~ 100th Black Market.
88% 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 34.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Shooter 7.1%, Bullet Hell 6%
Why You'll Like It: This official spin-off focuses on collecting ability cards, providing a roguelite-adjacent experience within the Touhou universe.
- #16 BLUE REVOLVER
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 870 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: Shoot 'Em Up 45.8%, Bullet Hell 32%, Anime 7.6%, Female Protagonist 5.7%, Action 3.2%
Why You'll Like It: A vibrant, modern shoot-em-up that combines high-energy electronic music with precise, challenging bullet patterns.
- #17 Danmaku Unlimited 3
86% matchVery Positive87% of 240 reviews2017
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 44%, Shoot 'Em Up 42.6%, Action 6.1%, Sci-fi 4.6%, Indie 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: This game perfectly captures the essence of the Touhou genre with a modern, high-octane aesthetic and incredibly smooth bullet-hell gameplay.
- #18 Graze Counter GM
84% matchVery Positive97% of 191 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: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Dark Fantasy 12.3%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Anime 9.6%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses heavily on the 'grazing' mechanic, where players are encouraged to fly dangerously close to bullets to build power, mirroring the seed game's risk-reward loop.
- #19 DoDonPachi Resurrection
85% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,062 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 13.2 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: Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Retro 9.4%, Anime 9%
Why You'll Like It: This classic arcade shooter is a masterclass in pattern density and scoring mechanics, appealing to fans of high-difficulty bullet-hell games.
- #20 Danmaku Amanojaku ~ Impossible Spell Card.
84% matchVery Positive98% of 181 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: Faith 38.1% ★, Bullet Hell 28.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Female Protagonist 8.4%, Action 3.7%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on solving 'impossible' bullet patterns, which is ideal for players who enjoy the puzzle-like nature of high-level bullet-hell dodging.
- #21 Touhou Kaeizuka ～ Phantasmagoria of Flower View.
81% matchVery Positive98% of 335 reviews2022
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.6 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: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Faith 24.4% ★, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shooter 9.8%, Action 5.6%
Why You'll Like It: A split-screen competitive shooter that offers a different perspective on the Touhou formula while retaining the series' signature charm.
- #22 Touhou Bunkachou ～ Shoot the Bullet.
82% matchVery Positive97% of 109 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 34.3%, Faith 24.8% ★, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Shooter 12.4%, Action 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: An early experimental title that focuses on the core skill of dodging while capturing photos of bosses, highlighting the series' focus on pattern mastery.
- #23 Azure Reflections
82% matchVery Positive88% of 194 reviews2019
Dev: souvenir circ.Pub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 96.5 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 42.1% ★, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Anime 8.8%, Action 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: A side-scrolling take on the Touhou universe that incorporates bullet-hell mechanics with a unique, polished presentation.
- #24 Hifuu Nightmare Diary ~ Violet Detector.
83% matchMostly Positive76% of 298 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: Faith 38.9% ★, Bullet Hell 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Female Protagonist 7.2%, Action 4.2%
Why You'll Like It: A unique photography-based shooter that challenges players to capture specific moments in bullet-hell patterns.
- #25 Touhou Luna Nights
79% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,739 reviews2019
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 42.3 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: Faith 41.9% ★, Bullet Hell 25.9%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Anime 10.1%, 2D 3.5%
Why You'll Like It: While a Metroidvania, it captures the aesthetic and character charm of the Touhou series perfectly for those who enjoy the world-building.
- #26 I Am Sakuya: Touhou FPS Game
79% matchVery Positive91% of 721 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 26%, Faith 16.9% ★, Female Protagonist 13%, Retro 11.9%, Shooter 11.1%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a fresh, first-person perspective on the Touhou universe while still incorporating the frantic bullet-hell dodging mechanics of the series.
- #27 Sisters Royale: Five Sisters Under Fire
80% matchVery Positive90% of 59 reviews2020
Dev: AlfaSystem Co.,Ltd.Pub: Chorus Worldwide Games
Windows
Sparks flare around the man all five sisters wish to claim. Introducing the new vertical scrolling shooter game!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 43.2%, Top-Down Shooter 29.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.7%, Action 5.2%, 2D 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features a similar top-down perspective and character-driven narrative style that feels very close to the Touhou fan-game aesthetic.
- #28 Touhou Endless Dream
78% matchVery Positive94% of 1,880 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: Faith 36.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Female Protagonist 10.3%, Anime 10%
- #29 Yousei Daisensou ~ Touhou Sangetsusei
78% matchVery Positive96% of 136 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: Faith 42.3% ★, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Action 7.7%, Indie 3.6%
- #30 Touhou Blooming Chaos
77% matchVery Positive89% of 379 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: Faith 51.3% ★, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Anime 7.7%, Action 5.5%
- #31 Touhou Kikamu ~ Elegant Impermanence of Sakura
76% 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: Faith 61.3% ★, Bullet Hell 33.9%, Indie 4.9%
- #32 永远消失的幻想乡 ～ The Disappearing of Gensokyo
77% matchVery Positive84% of 3,560 reviews2018
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 63.5 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: Faith 36.7% ★, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Anime 10.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10.4%, Female Protagonist 9.1%
- #33 东方栖霞园 ~ Blue devil in the Belvedere.
76% matchVery Positive93% of 382 reviews2021
Dev: 东方祈华梦制作组
Windows
Mysterious red eyes popped up in forest, the shrine was raided by unknown vermin, ominous black magic diffused everywhere, while the scarlet devil had been awaiting for opportunity... Is it an magic outbreak, or a conspiracy? Now, set out on a journey to the truth and unravel the enigmas!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28%, Faith 18.3% ★, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shooter 10.3%, Top-Down 6.7%
- #34 東方资志疏 ~ Immortal Immanuel. (东方资志疏)
74% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Bullet Hell 27.5%, Anime 10.3%, Shooter 9.9%, Female Protagonist 6.3%
- #35 東方剛欲異聞 ～ 水没した沈愁地獄
75% matchVery Positive83% of 752 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: Faith 44.3% ★, Bullet Hell 32.2%, Female Protagonist 9.7%, Action 6.5%, 2D 4.2%
- #36 DANMAKAI: Red Forbidden Fruit
75% matchVery Positive92% of 108 reviews2020
Dev: 森の中の猫の小屋
Windows
PowerUp and BusterAttack! Despite the beauty of the Danmaku aggressive playing leads to victory in this Makaism Danmaku shooter. The Danmaku Garden awaits you. There's even a cat!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Bullet Hell 24%, Female Protagonist 11.7%, Shooter 9.6%, Anime 8.2%
- #37 东方雪莲华 ～ Abyss Soul Lotus.
73% 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: Faith 27% ★, Bullet Hell 23.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Female Protagonist 10.6%, Shooter 8.5%
- #38 Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy: Prologue
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,376 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 34.3%, Female Protagonist 13.6%, Shooter 12.1%, Anime 9.7%, Faith 8.4% ★
- #39 Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy
70% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 8,674 reviews2024
Dev: GAMEPULSE 游戏脉冲
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
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 37.2%, Female Protagonist 18.6%, Anime 17.3%, Shooter 8.4%, Cute 7.7%
- #40 Touhou Blooming Chaos 2
73% matchVery Positive93% of 2,582 reviews2021
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 36.5 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: Faith 47.2% ★, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.1%, Anime 9.2%, Action 8.9%
- #41 Touhou Dystopian
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,094 reviews2025
Dev: Kay Lnk
Windows
Median: 3.2 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: Faith 42.7% ★, Female Protagonist 23.5%, Anime 10.9%, Cute 7.4%, Magic 6.8%
- #42 Touhou : Shooting Star | 東方流星譚
74% matchVery Positive89% of 143 reviews2020
Dev: 星屑ラボラトリーPub: T-Works
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 13.2 hrs≥1hr: 49%
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 53% ★, Bullet Hell 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Indie 5.5%
- #43 Gensokyo Night Festival
73% matchMostly Positive71% of 4,742 reviews2019
Dev: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 102.0 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: Faith 49.3% ★, Bullet Hell 15.2%, Female Protagonist 11%, Anime 9%, Cute 5.4%
- #44 UDONGEIN X
71% matchVery Positive92% of 448 reviews2021
Dev: Bar Holographic Otaku
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Help Reisen Udongein Inaba navigate through 14 action packed stages in this exhilarating 2D Bullet Hell Platformer based on Touhou Project!
Why similar: Faith 39.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Female Protagonist 7.6%, Retro 6.4%
- #45 Touhou Fantasia / 东方梦想曲
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,492 reviews2019
Dev: SlimeSmile
Windows
This is a fan-made Touhou shmup with one single stage, similar to the extra stage of official Touhou games. This game has an auto dodging system, which gives you a choice to ignore all the danmaku and only focus on the story.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.4%, Faith 30.3% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Anime 11%, Action 5.3%
- #46 東方実在相 ～ Dream Logical World
72% matchVery Positive82% of 311 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 43.3% ★, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Anime 5.7%, Female Protagonist 4.4%
- #47 Touhou: New World
70% matchMostly Positive78% of 290 reviews2023
Dev: Ankake SpaPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 8.4 hrs≥1hr: 76%
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 34.5%, Female Protagonist 17%, Anime 15.1%, Faith 13.2% ★, Magic 10.9%
- #48 Touhou Library Survivors
70% matchVery Positive89% of 151 reviews2022
Dev: Alexander Taylor
Windows
Thousands of fairies and familiar faces are swarming the Scarlet Devil Mansion Library! Help Patchouli Knowledge survive by attacking back with bullet hell Spell Cards, gathering experience, and upgrading exponentially!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Faith 16.9% ★, Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Anime 8%
- #49 DRAINUS
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,121 reviews2022
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 69%
This is a side-scrolling shooting game in which you take control of the "Drainus", the Kharlal Empire's most cutting-edge fighter with the ability to absorb energy bullets, and take down the enemy ships zipping through space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 46.3%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Shooter 13.3%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Action 7.2%
- #50 東方逆妙乱 ~ Ephemeral Unnatural Balance
71% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, Bullet Hell 24.3%, Faith 19.7% ★, Female Protagonist 8.5%, Anime 6.2%
- #51 Yoiyami Dancers: Twilight Danmaku Dancers
67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 663 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: Faith 34.1% ★, Bullet Hell 32.8%, Female Protagonist 11.4%, Cute 8.8%, Action 7.4%
- #52 東方催狐譚 ～ Servants of Harvest Wish
69% matchVery Positive96% of 418 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: Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Bullet Hell 22.7%, Faith 20.3% ★, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Anime 5.9%
- #53 Touhou Danmaku Kagura Phantasia Lost
67% matchVery Positive82% of 2,403 reviews2024
Dev: Alliance Arts
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 19.1 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: Faith 52.7% ★, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Anime 11.1%, Female Protagonist 9.4%, Action 4.9%
- #54 東方眠世界 ~ Wonderful Waking World
68% matchVery Positive97% of 295 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 33.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Faith 20.1% ★, Shooter 8%, Action 4.2%
- #55 东方远空界 ~ Ultimate Vitality of Imagination
69% matchVery Positive85% of 87 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: Faith 37.9% ★, Bullet Hell 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Anime 8.1%, Top-Down Shooter 7%
- #56 Touhou Lensed Night Sky, Kaseigai
65% matchVery Positive96% of 125 reviews2026
Dev: Fire Land
Windows
"I want you to go to the moon."
Why similar: Faith 41.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Anime 8.6%, Female Protagonist 8.6%
- #57 Touhou: Scarlet Curiosity
68% matchVery Positive92% of 1,300 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 36.9%, Female Protagonist 18.2%, Anime 17%, Magic 13.3%, Cute 6.9%
- #58 Shikhondo: Youkai Rampage
67% matchVery Positive85% of 82 reviews2024
Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
Popular vertically scrolling shoot'em up game Shikhondo is back and powered up! One day, the soul-starved Youkai escape from the depths of hell. Now, the story of the Grim Reaper and the girl who has fallen into this land begins!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, Anime 8.5%, Top-Down 6.2%
- #59 Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,197 reviews2023
Dev: Bar Holographic Otaku
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Explore Gensokyo from an outsider's perspective in this old-school Touhou DRPG!
Why similar: Faith 44.1% ★, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Female Protagonist 18.8%, Retro 4.4%, 2D 3.3%
