- #1 holedown
97% matchVery Positive86% of 58 reviews2020
Dev: grapefrukt games
Windows
Bounce bounce bounce bounce BOUNCE BOUNCE BOUNCE your way to the planet core!
Why similar: Underground 25% ★, Local Co-Op 19.3%, Physics 15.4%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%, Space 9.3%
- #2 Astro Fighters 2178
96% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Take to your ship to ensure the survival of humanity against an alien force determined to see you fail. Customize your ship with upgrades to raise your chance of success. Take a friend into battle to immediately become a stronger force and watch each others tail
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Side Scroller 14.5%, Local Co-Op 12.2%, Space 11.4%, Shooter 10.9%
- #3 Spacewind The Zeppelin
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AperturePixelStudios
Windows
A Zeppelin that shoots arrows where you can acquire improved skins and powers for your adventure
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Flight 15.7%, Side Scroller 13.5%, PvE 10.9%, Local Co-Op 10.3%
- #4 The Quantum Conflict
95% matchPositive94% of 17 reviews2024
Dev: FlashPoint Games, LLC
Windows
Jump into action-packed space dogfights with up to 8 players (or AI's) locally or over Remote-Play-Together. Use outlandish sci-fi weapons, including the wormhole maker and time altering munitions while avoiding asteroids, wormholes, planet gravity, and other hazards in endless space exploration!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.2%, Physics 14.9%, Space 12.1%, Local Multiplayer 11.9%, Shooter 9.1%
- #5 Penetrator
94% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: Beam SoftwarePub: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In this addictive side-scrolling shoot-em-up from 1982, your mission is to penetrate through four defence rings, and blow up an illegal cache of neutron bombs - an almost impossible feat! Enemy missiles and radar bases track your movements, and the landscape is as treacherous as your enemies.
Why similar: Flight 22.6%, Side Scroller 15.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, PvP 9.5%, Space 8.9%
- #6 SAMS
94% matchMixed63% of 24 reviews2018
Dev: DnovelPub: Conglomerate 5
Windows
Classic shooter with traveling to various exotic planets.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 15.4%, Side Scroller 14%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Local Multiplayer 12.9%, Shooter 9.4%
- #7 Have a Blast
93% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2021
Dev: Bojan EndrovskiPub: Firenut Games
Windows
Have a Blast is a high energy, kinetic, multiplayer party game. Battle through the most ridiculously hazardous corners of the galaxy and use your surroundings to your advantage. Outmaneuver your frenemies and shatter them into colorful bits.
Why similar: Flight 17.1%, Local Multiplayer 16.7%, Local Co-Op 13%, Physics 12.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.9%
- #8 ASTROSMASH
92% matchMostly Positive74% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: BBG Entertainment GmbH
Windows · Mac
ASTROSMASH® was originally a Shoot´em up game for the Intellivision® console in 1981. This reimagined version is based on the game’s original theme and gameplay but much more exciting and challenging. The new graphics are phenomenal and the amazing background music adds a lot of excitement.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Local Co-Op 14.3%, PvP 12.2%, Space 11.6%, Local Multiplayer 10.6%
- #9 Sagittarius
91% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: Monsuta AB
Windows
Sagittarius is a classic side scrolling space shoot'em up in a modern take. In this epic space game it's up to you to save our solar system from destruction. Fly alone or with a friend in a local multiplayer co-op game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Local Co-Op 17%, Side Scroller 15.7%, Space 15%, Co-op 9.3%
- #10 Space Adventure
91% match1 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: B2LPub: B2L Games
Windows
Space adventure is a classic Shoot 'Em Up style game with a fast pace and a test of your reflexes. Maneuver, collect bonuses and score points to become the best!
Why similar: Flight 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Space 10.7%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 10%
- #11 Scouts Out
90% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rotating Games
Windows
In this thrilling 2D infinite side-scrolling action game, players take control of agile scout helicopters, navigating treacherous skies filled with relentless enemies. These Pilots must dodge incoming fire while unleashing a barrage of powerful weaponry to obliterate waves of adversaries.
Why similar: Flight 26.7%, Side Scroller 16.9%, Physics 13.5%, PvE 10.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 9.9%
- #12 Strato Freaks DX
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Team Ulminac
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take flight in your Grand Gyro and shoot down every robot in your path to save the Powerful Monkey Council!
Why similar: Flight 26.3%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, PvE 10.5%, Shooter 9%
- #13 Galaxy Dreamer
88% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Annet ValentivePub: Galaxy Games
Windows
Galaxy Dreamer is an 2D old-school vertical space shooter that will remind you of your childhood.Сontrol a spaceship and shoot your opponents alone or with a friend! You can choose from a dozen spaceships and weapons to destroy a variety of enemies and BOSSES!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Space 18.1%, Local Co-Op 17.5%, Arcade 12.8%, Combat 8.8%
- #14 MIBT
89% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: Ferulox Studios
Windows
Help the government agents in black thong to end the alien threat and the invasion of the machines. 1 or 2 players. Individual and cooperative. Gamepad compatible. Demo available.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.8%, Local Multiplayer 16.4%, Co-op 13%, PvP 12.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.8%
- #15 Spinner Invaders 2: A Mad Revenge
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wobi Games
Windows
Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from a new mystery threat by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.9%, Local Multiplayer 16.6%, Co-op 12%, Arcade 10.1%
- #16 Throst
86% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: ZiG GAMES
Windows · Mac · Linux
Throst is a 2D-retro-arcade-action adventure about precision flying under constant gravity. Dive through tight tunnels, outmaneuver and destroy defenses. Grab the enemy’s energy orbs, and blast your way back to orbit before you’re crushed or shot down.
Why similar: Flight 20.3%, Physics 18.1%, Side Scroller 14.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Space 10.2%
- #17 Enemy Mind
86% matchVery Positive85% of 797 reviews2014
Dev: Schell Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Space 16.3%, Local Co-Op 14.2%, Side Scroller 13.6%, Shooter 10.8%
- #18 Chariot
85% matchVery Positive81% of 455 reviews2014
Dev: Frima Studio
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Embark on a journey to give his majesty the ride of his afterlife. Guide a chariot containing the King's remains through underground caves using physics-based mechanics such as pushing, pulling, riding and swinging.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 23.5%, Local Multiplayer 17.9%, Physics 16%, Co-op 11.8%, Side Scroller 11.7%
- #19 SIGURAT
84% matchPositive91% of 23 reviews2021
Dev: kartydPub: indieDevFRFR
Windows
Shoot, smash and explode your enemies in this space shooter inspired by the golden age of arcade games.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.3%, Physics 18.5%, Space 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 10.1%, PvE 10.1%
- #20 Super Destronaut
84% matchVery Positive85% of 54 reviews2016
Dev: Petite Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 2.9 hrs≥1hr: 83%
If you love retro games, this is for you! Get ready for some intense retro space shooting!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Space 14.8%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%, PvP 10.3%
- #21 Super Space Towers
83% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2021
Dev: Happy Cactus Games Limited
Windows · Mac
Super Space Towers is a space 3D physics puzzle action game. You have been tasked with cleaning up the mess left by the aliens' attempts to sabotage the orbital power towers.Contain the orbs, rescue the stranded workers & escape the towers!
Why similar: Flight 21.7%, Physics 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.7%, Space 12.9%, Shooter 8.6%
- #22 Traxion
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: Play With Fire UGPub: Games Foundation GmbH
Windows
TRAXION is a space-themed cave flyer featuring beautiful pixel art, great music, and tons of meticulously crafted physics puzzles.
Why similar: Flight 22.2%, Physics 16.6%, Space 14%, PvE 8.5%, Shooter 8.3%
- #23 Steel Rain
82% matchVery Positive84% of 106 reviews2015
Dev: PolarityFlow, Adrian ZinggPub: PolarityFlow
Windows · Linux
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 97%
It's the ultimate, strategic SHMUP ReMix! Control TWO combat wings, flick between THREE different formations, and BLAST your way through overwhelming enemy fleets! Liberate planets, build colonies, research tech and skills, craft items, or even play 2p co-op in this unique new indie game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.5%, Side Scroller 15.5%, Local Co-Op 13%, Space 10.6%, Arcade 8%
- #24 Deathwish Enforcers Special Edition
80% matchVery Positive89% of 131 reviews2024
Dev: Monster Bath Games Inc.
Windows
A gritty, non-stop blood bath from the creator of Insanity's Blade, Super Battle Princess Madelyn and the recently released GuardGrave. And a parody of beloved 60s and 70s classic action films, heroes and villains. Deathwish Enforcers... There's gonna be hell to pay!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Local Multiplayer 15.1%, Local Co-Op 15%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Co-op 11.7%
- #25 Space Combat Simulator
81% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Digital Traveller
Windows
Space Combat Simulator is a spacecraft action simulator. Choose one of dozens of ships to complete many dangerous missions across the solar system. Take part in epic battles, conquer bases and destroy large battleships.
Why similar: Flight 24.8%, Space 15.5%, Local Co-Op 13.4%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%, Arcade 8.9%
- #26 NOMAD Revisited
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: Pixel Games UK
Windows
In 1985 N.O.M.A.D. pushed the boundaries of what the 8-bit computers of the day could achieve with both their graphics and their gameplay. A fast-paced, all-out action shoot ’em up, this retro classic still retains a fan base to this day.
Why similar: Flight 28.4%, Side Scroller 17.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Shooter 10.4%, Space 9.4%
- #27 Funtasia
79% matchMixed54% of 97 reviews2022
Dev: Fantastico StudioPub: indie.io
Windows · Mac
Median: 48 minMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Funtasia, a colorful paradise being polluted by airborne garbage. Only a handful of heroes and their goofy wheel machinations can help fend off the trash. Push pedal to metal, drive fast, and survive the Furry Road in this physics-based, side-scrolling racing game for single and co-op shenanigans!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.5%, Local Multiplayer 16%, Physics 14.2%, Side Scroller 13.3%, Co-op 11.1%
- #28 Speyarranoth
79% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2020
Dev: Eivind Magnus Noersterud Hvidevold
Windows
Speyarranoth is a classic sci-fi space asteroid shooter in 3D. You control the game using WASD and shoot with the space key. It's wonderful to just blast full speed through the asteroid fields lasers ablaze and enjoy the explosive light show.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Side Scroller 19.7%, Space 16.1%, Flight 14.3%, Arcade 10.5%
- #29 Rocket Adventures
78% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Finottigames
Windows
Easy to lift off, hard to land. Test your piloting skills in a physics-based 3D platformer where gravity is your worst enemy. Thrust through stylized worlds, conserve fuel, and avoid explosive impacts. Only for true rocket scientists.
Why similar: Flight 32%, Physics 19.2%, Space 18.2%, PvE 9.8%, Adventure 8.8%
- #30 Asteroids 44 (For Four)
78% matchPositive92% of 24 reviews2020
Dev: Grzegorz Korycki
Windows
Remake of one of the oldest arcade classics. Challenge yourself and advance through the levels filled with asteroids, power-ups and virtual bitcoins, that you can spend in the shop to get ready for what's coming. Get your friends and share the adventure together in co-op mode!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.8%, Co-op 13.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Space 11.2%, Flight 9.9%
- #31 Cyber Mission
77% matchPositive91% of 33 reviews2023
Dev: Gamenergy studio
Windows
Shoot ’em up, with beautiful 2D pixel art, addictive shooter gameplay, classic levels and weapons that will let you perform a symphony of destruction of the alien base in the black eye galaxy.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.7%, Local Multiplayer 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Side Scroller 13.1%, Co-op 10%
- #32 Alpha Squadron
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Ender's WorkshopPub: Ender Toone
Windows
Classic Arcade Style Side Scrolling Shoot'Em Up. Dodge the enemy bullets as you fight your way through 13 levels of increasingly intense action. Play in various levels of difficulty and challenge the high score tables. Co-op up to 4 players, one survives the level, then you all start the next level.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Local Co-Op 16.6%, Co-op 15.1%, Space 14.1%, Arcade 12.2%
- #33 RocketShip Go Up
76% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Crazy Retro Games
Windows
Navigate treacherous caverns in RocketShip Go Up, a physics-based 3D game. Master your thrusters to deliver packages, dodge beams, turrets, and falling debris—or speedrun for the fastest flight. Precision is your lifeline.
Why similar: Flight 32.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Side Scroller 17.6%, Arcade 11.6%, Physics 8.9%
- #34 Pier Pressure
77% matchPositive83% of 29 reviews2020
Dev: Headcannon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Take flight in one of three unique ships to battle a legion of enemies and massive bosses across a city sky, through a dark cave, along the bottom of the sea, and into a secret laboratory! Confront a buff, flamboyant crawfish scientist to retrieve the Power Pearl and save your job!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Side Scroller 16.5%, Flight 14.9%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 10%
- #35 Squirrel Launcher
74% matchVery Positive92% of 246 reviews2023
Dev: Aiden Bradley
Windows
Launch squirrels into the atmosphere and explore the clouds. Dodge and shoot down obstacles – upgrade your vehicle to make it further and further until you get to the moon!
Why similar: Flight 32.1%, Side Scroller 18.3%, Physics 17.2%, Arcade 10.2%, PvE 9.1%
- #36 Unreal Mashup
75% match6 user reviews86% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: John Goldsworthy
Windows
Unreal Mashup will test your gaming ability with a solid first person shooter base experience. Fight against bots or join your friends in their personal server automatically created at every login. This high pace futuristic shooter is Fast!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Local Co-Op 14.9%, Shooter 14%, Local Multiplayer 11.6%, PvP 10.2%
- #37 Roots Need Control 3.0
75% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2023
Dev: !CyberApex (SkagoGames)Pub: SkagoGames
Windows
A coalition of large corporations trying to destroy the root flowers is invading Daejeon. Protect the root flowers. It's not going to be easy. Because... Roots Need Control.
Why similar: Side Scroller 23.5%, Local Co-Op 17.6%, Local Multiplayer 14.4%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 11.1%
- #38 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
74% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ZaxtorGameS
Windows
Rock 'N Roll G.E.O.S. Wars is a completely new dimension of the original Rock 'N Roll game. In this game, players can work together to vanquish the space rocks that threaten Earth... or they can choose to face each other in a wide variety of duel modes!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Local Co-Op 12.2%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 10.4%, Local Multiplayer 8.7%
- #39 Apidya' Special
73% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Team ApidyaPub: ININ
Windows
1992's home computer legend Apidya is making a comeback in this authentic 24-bit pixel remake, built from the ground up, but utterly faithful to the original. Take flight in Apidya' Special!
Why similar: Flight 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Side Scroller 16.8%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Shooter 9.6%
- #40 UKNON Jones & Guynelk 2
72% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: Guynelk ROSAMONT
Windows
After Jones' friends are rescued, Jones discovers that his grandfather has mysteriously disappeared. He was looking for a mythical treasure called: "Crystal Cereal". Jones, Guynelk, Elsa LOVELUST and Princess Sapphire decide to search for the crystal cereals to find Jones' grandfather.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 18.5%, Space 15%, Local Multiplayer 14.1%, Co-op 11.6%, PvP 11.1%
- #41 Orbit Outlaws
73% matchMixed50% of 10 reviews2020
Dev: Pump Action GamesPub: Rogue Games, Inc.
Windows
Orbit Outlaws is the definitive physics-based arena combat game. Use gravity to pull off impossible shots in competitive and casual multiplayer. Choose your gun, chassis, and pilot, then upgrade and optimize your loadout as you progress against rival pilots.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 16.1%, Physics 14.9%, Space 13.5%, Local Multiplayer 13.5%, PvP 11.6%
- #42 Rail Fights
70% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: Korner Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A fast-paced one-screen arcade shooter built for chaotic couch party matches and score-driven survival runs. Ride the rail, bump and total opponents solo or in teams with friends, or push your limits against ever-stronger AI in endless, leaderboard-focused challenges.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 21.8%, Local Multiplayer 19.1%, PvP 11.3%, Shooter 10.9%, Co-op 9.7%
- #43 Carebotz
72% matchMostly Positive77% of 39 reviews2021
Dev: Glasscannon Studio
Windows
Carebotz is an arena shooter game spiced with metroidvania elements. You control BIBZ, a little maintenance droid. Collect the tons of blueprints, navigate the tight corridors, customize your toolset, learn to take advantage of gravity, upgrade, repair and encounter many different types of enemies!
Why similar: Underground 23.3% ★, Flight 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Physics 8.5%, Space 8.1%
- #44 P.A.N.D.A.
71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Blitzwood
Windows
Play as a panda on a flying delivery mission — manage fuel, race against time, or relax and explore a world full of charming animal friends..
Why similar: Flight 30.3%, Local Co-Op 13.5%, Action-Adventure 10.8%, Local Multiplayer 10.4%, Adventure 9.7%
- #45 Riders 2491
73% matchMixed55% of 22 reviews2020
Dev: GoeX Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Riders 2491 is an action shoot'em up game that pays homage to the classics of 90’s arcades with modern visuals.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Flight 15.7%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Shooter 11.9%, Arcade 11.6%
- #46 METAL SLUG
71% matchVery Positive89% of 4,944 reviews2015
Dev: DotemuPub: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 6.1 hrs≥1hr: 71%
“METAL SLUG ”, the very first title in SNK’s legendary 2D run & gun action shooting game series where all began, returns to the missions on the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Arcade 13.6%, Local Multiplayer 13.5%, Co-op 11.7%
- #47 Black Paradox Reloaded
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Fantastico Studio
Windows · Mac
Experience chaos in this remastered, hyper-stylized roguelite. As bounty hunter Black Paradox, travel through space to defeat the Hellraisers – now with enhanced pixel art, rebalanced gameplay, and an intense endless mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Local Co-Op 15.4%, Side Scroller 13.9%, Local Multiplayer 12.5%, Space 11.9%
- #48 Hellcrackers
70% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Balazs Maczak
Windows
Hellcrackers is a survivors-like you can play solo or with up to 8 friends locally. Fight waves of monsters, and buy upgrades from the coins you collect! If you are a few coins short you can always accept curses for some extra cash!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.5%, Local Multiplayer 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 9%
- #49 Servonauts
69% matchVery Positive84% of 51 reviews2024
Dev: MAXART GamesPub: Untold Tales
Windows
An absurd couch co-op gas station builder for 1-4 players! Manage a servo (that's Aussie for "gas station") as impatient space travellers demand service. Wrangle wobbly pipes, set up refineries, and mix the right fuels to build space gas stations with peak efficiency.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 19.3%, Local Multiplayer 18.7%, Physics 17.3%, Space 13.6%, Co-op 13.1%
- #50 Game about jetpack fly
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: VitaliyP
Windows
This game about jetpack fly. Two thrusters. Two control buttons.
Why similar: Flight 28%, Underground 25.4% ★, Physics 18.9%, Side Scroller 14.6%, Exploration 6.4%
- #51 Alien Hominid HD
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 582 reviews2023
Dev: The Behemoth
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 49%
The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Side Scroller 18.1%, Local Multiplayer 11.6%, Arcade 11.2%
- #52 Lander Odyssey
69% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Scalars Games
Windows
With limited fuel and several dangers lurking, use your skills to rescue astronauts trapped in various unique places on the strange planet. It won't be an easy rescue.
Why similar: Underground 27.7% ★, Flight 25.5%, Physics 17.3%, Space 16.1%, Action-Adventure 6.2%
- #53 Cosmara
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jotunn Man
Windows
COSMARA is a unique blend between Tactical and Action gameplay. Create the perfect ship loadout for each mission and take to the void as you fight other player captains in PVP or take on the AI Armada in either solo or co-op.
Why similar: Flight 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Co-op 11.2%, Space 10.3%, PvP 10.1%
- #54 Hellfire
67% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2023
Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Trigger-happy aliens are closing in! Only you can burn the invaders to a crisp with the ultimate starship: HELLFIRE! Discover Toaplan's first side-scrolling shooter, known for its stunning graphics and strategic gameplay. Now on PC with quality-of-life extras!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Local Co-Op 20.7%, Arcade 14.5%, Co-op 13.4%, Local Multiplayer 13.1%
- #55 Spinner Invaders
69% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Wobi Games
Windows
Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from The General by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Local Co-Op 15.3%, Space 13.8%, Local Multiplayer 11.1%, Shooter 10.3%
- #56 Omniblast
68% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2021
Dev: John BorkowskiPub: BorkoBoks Studio
Windows
Blast off through space, dodge asteroids, and beat bosses!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 24.7%, Space 19.7%, Flight 18%, PvE 10.4%, Action-Adventure 8.2%
- #57 Lands of Rage
67% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Jabagaming
Windows
A dynamic action game with a side view, where you have to fight with huge crowds of enemies, accumulate magical power to defeat a very strong boss. Control multiple characters with different skills, not just attacking. You can switch between them or play with friends.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Side Scroller 15.2%, Local Multiplayer 15.1%, Co-op 13.4%
- #58 METAL SLUG 2
67% matchVery Positive89% of 1,324 reviews2016
Dev: SNK CORPORATION
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 47%
“METAL SLUG 2”, the 2nd entry in SNK’s emblematic 2D run & gun action shooting game returns to the battlefield on the Steam gaming platform!
Why similar: Arcade 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Local Co-Op 15.2%, Side Scroller 15.1%, Action 10.2%
- #59 Proto Trigger
66% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Busted Atlas
Windows
An arcade shoot'em up with unique power-infusion gameplay. Face down an unknown army alone or with a friend in online or local co-op. Navigate the cosmos to save the remants of humanity, or join them in extinction!
Why similar: Local Co-Op 25.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Co-op 15.5%, PvE 9.3%, Shooter 8.6%
- #60 Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime
67% matchVery Positive93% of 4,015 reviews2015
Dev: Asteroid Base
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.1 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Explore a neon galaxy in your very own battleship in this 1- to 4-player couch co-op adventure.
Why similar: Local Co-Op 30.4%, Local Multiplayer 17.8%, Space 12.9%, Co-op 12.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.9%