Games Like Touhou: Scarlet Curiosity

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 17.7%, JRPG 16%, Female Protagonist 10.1%, Anime 9.6%, Magic 8.9%

Why You'll Like It: This title offers the closest gameplay experience to Scarlet Curiosity, featuring similar action RPG mechanics and top-down bullet-hell combat.

「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: Soundtrack 31.2% ★, Bullet Hell 17.4%, JRPG 16.9%, Anime 9.6%, Female Protagonist 7.8%

Why You'll Like It: It shares the same gothic vampire aesthetic and features intense side-scrolling action starring the same iconic characters.

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 31%, Female Protagonist 18.1%, Anime 15.2%, Platformer 14.5%, RPG 9.1%

Why You'll Like It: A highly polished metroidvania that focuses on Sakuya Izayoi, featuring fluid movement and time-manipulation mechanics that feel incredibly satisfying.

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 24.8%, Anime 15.4%, Female Protagonist 15.2%, Platformer 10.2%, Magic 10%

Why You'll Like It: This game masterfully combines metroidvania exploration with intense bullet-hell boss fights and a vibrant anime art style.

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 25.2%, Anime 15.9%, Female Protagonist 14.4%, Magic 9.1%, Platformer 8.7%

Why You'll Like It: A fast-paced action-adventure game that emphasizes complex combat and bullet-hell elements in a beautifully realized world.

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 21.4%, JRPG 16.5%, Female Protagonist 12.4%, Anime 12.3%, Platformer 8.4%

Why You'll Like It: This action-heavy title leans into the bullet-hell roots of the series while providing a fun, approachable combat experience.

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 23.7%, Female Protagonist 19.8%, Anime 17.4%, Platformer 12.3%, Cute 11%

Why You'll Like It: A stylish side-scrolling action game that captures the spirit of Touhou with fluid combat and high-quality pixel art.

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 38.6%, RPG 20.2%, Anime 18.1%, Action 14%, Indie 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: An action RPG that captures the charm of the Touhou world while providing a more traditional top-down combat experience.

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 55.7%, Female Protagonist 19.1%, Cute 6%, Fantasy 5.8%, Anime 4.9%

Why You'll Like It: A quintessential bullet-hell experience that showcases the core mechanics that inspired the action-based spin-offs.

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 36.7%, Platformer 31.5%, Action 21.8%, Indie 10%

Why You'll Like It: While not a Touhou game, its high-speed action and screen-filling projectile patterns mirror the intensity of the seed game.

A 3D bullet hell mid-air hunting action game based on the Touhou Project. Fly freely through the air and face down humongous foes with both melee action and 3D bullet patterns (Danmaku)!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.1%, JRPG 22%, Action RPG 15%, Female Protagonist 13.7%, Anime 11.8%

Why You'll Like It: This 3D action game incorporates flight and heavy bullet-hell elements, making it a great choice for fans of the seed's combat style.

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: Female Protagonist 22.6%, Magic 16.9%, Platformer 16.9%, Anime 15.2%, Cute 11.6%

Why You'll Like It: A dark, atmospheric action-platformer with a female protagonist that emphasizes tight controls and challenging boss encounters.

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 20.9%, Anime 17.8%, Platformer 15.7%, Fantasy 12.2%, RPG 9.8%

Why You'll Like It: A beautifully animated metroidvania that features precise combat and a strong fantasy aesthetic similar to the Touhou universe.

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 58%, Anime 11.9%, Action 9.1%, Female Protagonist 8.9%, Indie 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: A high-quality fan-made bullet-hell shooter that captures the spirit and difficulty of the official series.

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 54.4%, Female Protagonist 16.2%, Anime 8.9%, Cute 5%, Indie 4.5%

Why You'll Like It: Known for its high difficulty and intricate patterns, this is a must-play for those who love the bullet-hell aspect of the seed game.

For when I weep, then I am strong. Battle through Purgatory as Rei to help save her sister in this Action RPG. Switch freely between four playable characters, and uncover each one of their pasts to see the sorrows they have endured.

Why similar: JRPG 26.8%, Female Protagonist 22.3%, Anime 19.3%, RPG 10.6%, Action RPG 7.6%

Why You'll Like It: This action RPG features a strong anime aesthetic and a focus on female protagonists navigating a supernatural world.

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 59.2%, Female Protagonist 17.1%, Anime 8.6%, Action 7.7%, Indie 7.4%

Why You'll Like It: This entry offers a refined take on the classic shoot-em-up formula with excellent music and character designs.

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 41.3%, Female Protagonist 24.5%, Anime 18.6%, Action 9.2%, Cute 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fun, experimental take on the Touhou universe that shifts the perspective to first-person shooting while keeping the bullet-hell intensity.

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 46.3%, Female Protagonist 20.7%, Action 13.1%, Indie 10.7%, Anime 6.3%

Why You'll Like It: A fan-favorite in the series that provides a challenging and rewarding bullet-hell experience.

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 51.8%, Female Protagonist 18.9%, Indie 7.3%, Anime 6.8%, Action 6.5%

Why You'll Like It: This game introduces unique mechanics that keep the classic bullet-hell formula feeling fresh and exciting.

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 62.7%, Anime 12.8%, Female Protagonist 12.5%, Indie 5.5%, Action 4.1%

Why You'll Like It: The sequel expands on the original with improved visuals and even more complex bullet patterns to master.

Dodge bullets to the rhythm and take down everything that moves! A rhythmical danmaku action game.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.9%, Female Protagonist 17.3%, Cute 15.8%, Action 13%, Fantasy 11%

Why You'll Like It: A unique rhythm-based action game that forces you to dodge projectiles in time with the music.

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 36%, Anime 26.2%, Action 12.4%, Platformer 8%, RPG 6.7%

Why You'll Like It: A visually striking action-platformer that focuses on fluid combat and a dark, religious fantasy theme.

Touhou girls fight dramatic battles in the sky! A 3D fired-up battle action game based on Touhou Project! Features a "Fired-up Battle System", in which characters abilities change to the playing song.

Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.3%, Magic 21.5%, Fantasy 15%, Anime 13.9%, Cute 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: An arena-based action game that emphasizes fast movement and projectile combat between iconic characters.

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 31.1%, Platformer 18.2%, Female Protagonist 14%, Cute 13.4%, Action 9.2%

Why You'll Like It: A survival-focused action-adventure game with a distinct anime style and challenging combat encounters.

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: RPG 22.8%, Anime 20.4%, Female Protagonist 18.7%, JRPG 9.6%, Adventure 9.3%

Why You'll Like It: While it is a roguelike, it provides a deep dive into the Touhou lore and world-building that fans of the series will appreciate.

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: Anime 29.6%, Female Protagonist 28.6%, Platformer 19.8%, Cute 15.6%, Indie 6.4%

Why You'll Like It: A roguelite that offers a more casual approach to the Touhou universe while maintaining the series' signature aesthetic.

"Touhou ~Red Empress Devil." is a bullet-hell shooting roguelike action game. Set in The Scarlet Devil Mansion, the inhabitants of Gensokyo go on a rampage!

Why similar: Vampires 41.2% ★, Bullet Hell 25.5%, Action RPG 13.4%, Female Protagonist 13%, Cute 6.9%

Why You'll Like It: A twin-stick shooter that focuses on fast-paced action and dense bullet patterns.

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 28.1%, Anime 14.2%, Magic 11.5%, Cute 10.4%, Action 8.9%

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 33.6%, Female Protagonist 23.3%, Anime 13.3%, Fantasy 7.9%, Cute 6.8%

Why You'll Like It: A polished fighting game that features the same character roster and music style found in the seed game.

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 30.7%, JRPG 25.1%, Female Protagonist 14.1%, Anime 10.7%, Cute 7.2%

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: Soundtrack 28.2% ★, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Female Protagonist 11.3%, Anime 11%, Combat 8.3%

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 17%, JRPG 16.3%, Female Protagonist 11.6%, Anime 11.3%, Action RPG 10.9%

Why You'll Like It: A beautiful metroidvania with a focus on exploration and fluid movement that feels very similar to other high-quality Touhou action games.

"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 17.7%, Anime 16.4%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Cute 6.9%

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: Action RPG 27.6%, Anime 20.5%, Female Protagonist 15%, Cute 13.3%, RPG 10.2%

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 25.9%, RPG 22.7%, Action 14.9%, Anime 14.3%, Adventure 12.1%

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 53.1%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Action 11%, Anime 10.2%, Indie 9.1%

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 37.8%, Female Protagonist 22.2%, Fantasy 11.9%, Action 10.8%, Story Rich 6.8%

Explore Gensokyo from an outsider's perspective in this old-school Touhou DRPG!

Why similar: JRPG 30.2%, Bullet Hell 25%, Female Protagonist 20.8%, RPG 10.4%, Adventure 5.7%

"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 30.5%, Female Protagonist 17.5%, Anime 16.3%, Magic 16.2%, Cute 8.3%

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 52%, Female Protagonist 16.4%, Cute 10.3%, Action 9.1%, Anime 7.9%

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: Bullet Hell 39.7%, Anime 21.4%, Action 16.5%, Indie 11.2%, Female Protagonist 11.2%

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: Score Attack 35.5%, Bullet Hell 34.4%, Action 23.5%, Indie 6.7%

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 57%, Female Protagonist 20%, Action 15.4%, Indie 7.6%

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 46.9%, Female Protagonist 20.1%, Action 10%, Anime 10%, Indie 8.7%

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%, Female Protagonist 18.4%, Score Attack 11.6%, Fantasy 7.7%, Action 6.4%

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 38.2%, Vampires 34.5% ★, Action 11.1%, Female Protagonist 8%, Story Rich 5.8%

Reimu takes centerstage in Gensokyo in this bullet-hell and strategy RPG hybrid!

Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.3%, Action RPG 20.8%, RPG 14.1%, Magic 6.6%, Action 6.5%

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 59.6%, Action 23.5%, Indie 16.9%

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 30.5%, Action RPG 22%, Anime 14.3%, RPG 11.8%, Action 7.7%

Journey through a pixelated, isometric version of Gensoukyou in this quasi-3D action RPG! Dash and jump to avoid enemies, or shoot them down from far! Hit the right buttons at the right time to accumulate power and battle efficiently! Play as Reimu and friends and get to the bottom of the incident!

Why similar: JRPG 30.4%, RPG 22.9%, Female Protagonist 20.5%, Anime 16.3%, Indie 9.9%

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 25.2%, Anime 23.3%, JRPG 14.5%, Fantasy 11.9%, Cute 11.3%

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 22.6%, JRPG 21.5%, Female Protagonist 13.1%, Magic 10.7%, Anime 10.6%

Control the lovely little witch Nobeta, explore the unknown mysterious castle, and gradually discover the truth!

Why similar: JRPG 19.6%, Female Protagonist 15%, Cute 15%, Anime 14.8%, Action RPG 13.7%

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: Female Protagonist 29.2%, Anime 17.8%, Bullet Hell 15.9%, Cute 12.5%, Fantasy 11.5%

"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: Music 44.1%, Anime 12.3%, Bullet Hell 11.2%, Female Protagonist 9.8%, Action 5.9%

In Tokyo’s popular ”Electric Town” district, Akihabara, vampires called “Synthisters” walk among us. You must identify and dispose of them the only way you know how – by engaging them in hand-to-hand combat in order to strip them of their clothes so their bodies melt away in the sunlight.

Why similar: Vampires 36.5% ★, Anime 24.5%, JRPG 20.7%, RPG 5.6%, Action 4.2%

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 46%, Female Protagonist 23.6%, Action 17.1%, Indie 13.3%

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 28.1%, Female Protagonist 18.3%, Action RPG 17%, Anime 16.6%, Cute 7.7%