- #1 Cosmic Tank
97% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Game Masterminds
Windows · Mac
Cosmic Tank is a modern take on the classic game Asteroids. Mine your way to riches! Fight off hostile threats! Upgrade your ship and rent a few helpful drones! Survive epic boss fights!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.3%, Space 9.8%, Aliens 8.7%
- #2 Fragment Hunters
96% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2022
Dev: Crynsystems
Windows
Crystal Souls: Fragment Hunters is a top down indie space game where you shoot enemy ships, gather crystals, and upgrade your own ship.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Aliens 13.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Robots 9.4%
- #3 GUNPIG: Firepower For Hire
96% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: LaPointe Joints
Windows
Sci-fi top-down twin-stick shooter with 9 weapons, 3 alts and secret hidden collectibles!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.2%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Aliens 9.6%, Shooter 7.2%
- #4 Bug Blast
95% matchMostly Positive71% of 17 reviews2020
Dev: Giga GruntsPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Fight and dodge through hundreds of space bugs in Bug Blast! Go through each space station to protect from the hoards of bugs that come their way.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.3%, Top-Down Shooter 23.8%, Aliens 8.4%, Shooter 8.2%, Arcade 6.9%
- #5 SCHAR: Blue Shield Alliance
94% matchMixed57% of 30 reviews2015
Dev: Brainshape GamesPub: BA Productions LLC
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 97%
SCHAR: Blue Shield Alliance is a cooperative twin-stick shooter that features a variety of complementing ship classes to choose from. Upgrade your ships, defeat hundreds of enemies, save the galaxy all with some friends from the comfort of your couch.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.7%, 4 Player Local 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 9%, Space 9%
- #6 Escape the Kreegan
94% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2024
Dev: Entropy Is Software Development
Windows · Linux
Escape corruption and deliver truth to the people in the only way you know how. as a space fighter pilot! You steal a ship and flee, it falls to you to duke it out in space and deliver truth to the people. Restore peace. Restore justice. Save humanity and Escape The Kreegan!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Space 9.1%, Sci-fi 6.6%
- #7 Insectoid Descent
93% matchPositive100% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: IntraMentalDevPub: Intramental Studios
Windows
Shoot, slice and blow your way through the relentless swarm in a top-down pixel art world. At your service is a combat drone, reclaim scrap and use refinery for health & resupply. Explore and find upgrades, defeat the hive mind.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%, Aliens 9.7%, Shooter 6.6%
- #8 Yars: Recharged
92% matchVery Positive86% of 120 reviews2022
Dev: Adamvision StudiosPub: Atari
Windows · Mac · Linux
Shoot from affar or get nibble away up-close and personal in a boss-rush, bullet-dodging revival of the 1982 Atari classic title, Yars' Revenge. Take on 60 unique enemy encounters alone or with a friend in local co-op.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Aliens 8.9%, Robots 8.9%
- #9 Exovore
91% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Tapzilla
Windows · Linux
EXOVORE is a fast-paced twin-stick space horror shoot’em-up inspired by the arcade classic Sinistar. Harvest asteroids, build your arsenal and face an evolving alien terror that hungers for your ship’s core. Retro-style visuals meet modern chaos in this relentless fight for survival among the stars.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.3%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Shooter 7.2%, Aliens 6.1%
- #10 XenoFeud
91% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Downforce Games
Windows
XenoFeud is an insane top-down twin-stick arcade alien shooter, where you must survive hordes of alien intruders while defending a mysterious object in space.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%, Aliens 10.5%, Space 7.8%
- #11 Acid Web
90% match9 user reviews100% of 9 reviews2025
Dev: Text Garden
Windows · Linux
Challenge your reflexes and defend your web from an onslaught of strange creatures to the beat of a dynamic, generative acid techno soundtrack in this all-nonsense arcade-style twin stick shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.9%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Shooter 8.4%, Arcade 7%
- #12 Galaxy At War
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nicola Hahn
Windows
Enter the cockpit of your spaceship and prevent the destruction of our homeland! You and your friends have to dodge various attacks and fight many enemies. But your Twitch chat can support you in your defense and your subscribers can even accompany you as wingmen!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Co-op Campaign 12.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.5%, Space 9.3%
- #13 GalaxIverse II
89% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Sub Orbital Software
Windows
Brace yourself for explosive space battles in GalaxIverse II! This intense multi-directional shooter puts you in the pilot's seat against alien fleets and colossal capital ships.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Top-Down Shooter 12.2%, Aliens 9.2%, Co-op 6.3%
- #14 Son of a Gun
87% matchMostly Positive76% of 133 reviews2024
Dev: Crank GoblinPub: Untold Tales
Windows
A retro-inspired, action packed, twin-stick shooter full of bullets, blood and explosions. Collect and manage your guns to exterminate jungle zombies, swarming bugs, heavy robots, slimy monsters and even space ghosts.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.5%, Aliens 11.1%, Shooter 7.2%
- #15 Friday Night Bullet Arena
88% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2016
Dev: Red Nexus Games Inc.
Windows · Mac
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 96%
Friday Night Bullet Arena is a top-down multiplayer shoot-a-thon with a twist: each player only gets one bullet! You can catch your own bullet to fire again, but catching other bullets is... not recommended.
Why similar: 4 Player Local 23.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 20.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Aliens 9.4%, Shooter 6.6%
- #16 Devileader
86% match8 user reviews88% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: Hijong ParkPub: PsychoFlux Entertainment
Windows
Devileader, a fearsome space demon who once have destroyed countless planets of the solar system is about to be resurrected by his minions and fanatics, who want to bring chaos to the universe. Pilot the agile space interceptor Deviship and survive the terror of this demon lord.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%, Shooter 7.4%, Aliens 7.4%
- #17 Lonefield Evacutation Survivor
85% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Malémûre
Windows
Lonefield Evacuation Survivor is a... survivor in which you play as a ship facing an alien incursion. Destroy your enemies, collect bolts and upgrade your ship to survive long enough and escape. Play alone or with up to 3 friends in local multiplayer or with Remote Play Together for online gaming.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, Aliens 10.3%, Shooter 7.7%
- #18 Starfighter Neon
86% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: MadeOfDinosaurs
Windows · Mac
You've been dropped into enemy space. Weave your Starfighter between alien spaceships, lasers, asteroids and bombs destroying as many as you can and collecting valuable coins and powerups as you go.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.2%, Aliens 10.9%, Shooter 6.7%
- #19 Cloud Cutter
84% matchVery Positive87% of 127 reviews2021
Dev: Just Two ltd.
Windows
Cloud Cutter brings you classic arcade shoot ‘em up gameplay in top notch graphics. Enjoy intense fast-paced explosive action full of epic destruction, arcade style power-ups, lasers and of course huge multi-stage boss fights.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Robots 9.8%, Shooter 8.8%
- #20 B.O.T.S. and the Robofriends
84% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2020
Dev: Game Grotto Softworks
Windows
B.O.T.S. and the Robofriends is a sci-fi top-down shooter rouge-lite with multiple games modes. Play alone or with friends in 4-player co-op choosing from 4 unique robot characters with different attributes and attacks. Defend your home, rescue the Robofriends, and find MOTHER!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, 4 Player Local 9.6%, Arcade 8.9%, Family Friendly 8.5%
- #21 KosmoSquad
83% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: FlatRedBall, LLCPub: Narfox LLC
Windows
KosmoSquad is a twin-stick arena shooter where you survive as long as you can against an ever-increasing hoard of enemies. Fight alone or with up to three friends and collect star multipliers to maximize your high score. Use your score points to purchase upgrades for your ship and try again!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.1%, 4 Player Local 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Space 7.7%, Co-op 5.7%
- #22 Alpha Force Zero
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: osm games
Windows
Alpha Force Zero is an intense top-down bullet-hell adventure that requires skill and planning. Utilize multiple weapon systems including an Auto-Turret with adjustable firing modes and unlock upgrades that you can equip in your ship to give you the upper hand. Dodge, fight, survive!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Aliens 9%, Shooter 8.3%, Arcade 7.2%
- #23 Battlestage
82% match7 user reviews14% of 7 reviews2020
Dev: FZ-Tech
Windows
- Co-op Twin Stick Shooter
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Aliens 13.9%, Co-op Campaign 9.2% ★, Shooter 8.7%
- #24 We're All Going To Die
81% matchMixed61% of 36 reviews2021
Dev: Black Banshee Studios
Windows
Gather a squad and fight for survival in We're All Going To Die. Work together with a squad using abilities, equipment and exploring different levels to make the most of your fight against your demise, after all, you're all going to die at some point.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.9%, Aliens 11.3%, Robots 9.7%, Shooter 6.6%
- #25 SUPER CIRCUIT BREAKERS
81% matchVery Positive82% of 94 reviews2020
Dev: Triverske
Windows
Back with new weapons, new enemies, and with more circuits to break than ever! Destroy millions of robots in this free-to-play shooter with up to 6 players.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, 4 Player Local 12.9%, Robots 10.3%, Space 7.4%
- #26 The Mad House Season One
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Crazy Carrot Studios
Windows
Step into The Mad House, a futuristic cyberpunk game show! Battle waves of enemies, conquer unique room challenges, and climb the Leaderboard. Upgrade your gear, master each fight, and earn your place in the legendary Hall of Legends.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, Shooter 11.2%, Action 6.7%
- #27 Technikiller
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: LofiDev
Windows
Technikiller is a sci-fi shooter set inside a mega-factory. Hack in and take control of a hulking mech to blast your way through hordes of killer robots. Fight your way to the core and shut it down.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Shooter 8.4%, Top-Down 6.3%
- #28 Exterminators of Saturn
79% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Violence in Video Games
Windows
A top down, twin stick shooter inspired by classic retro arcade games with loads of enemies, fast paced bullet hell combat, big boss battles and tons of bullets.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Aliens 13.9%, Top-Down 7.5%, Sci-fi 6.9%
- #29 Quantum of Hope
78% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: Fetysenko Games
Windows
Quantum of Hope is an action-packed Twin-Stick shooter game set on Earth overrun by aliens. Use your Fabricator and different weapons to shoot your way through alien swarms to rescue mysterious Princess in distress.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.7%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Aliens 9.4%, Robots 9.4%
- #30 Audacity
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Catastrophe Games LLC
Windows
Grab your friends and escape Auda City, which has come under attack from the living dead. Bullet hell meets zombies, do you have the Audacity to survive?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, 4 Player Local 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Shooter 7%
- #31 Shadowgrounds
78% matchVery Positive81% of 1,601 reviews2006
Dev: Frozenbyte
Windows · Mac
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 16.2 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Shadowgrounds breathes fresh air into the action genre with explosive combat sequences, an innovative weapon upgrade system, and an intriguing storyline. The adrenaline-pumping, top-down gameplay and audiovisual fireworks set the scene for this new action experience which also includes single computer (split keyboard or joystick) co-op...
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 19.7%, Aliens 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 8.9%, Sci-fi 7.8%
- #32 Gunslinger Nova
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2023
Dev: instasiv
Windows
A top-down, 2d space-shooter that pits the user against swarms of alien ships from other dimensions. Destroy all enemies and portals as fast as possible. Battle increasingly tougher enemies through 40 Campaign levels and Endless Mode!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Aliens 9.8%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 7.9%
- #33 Zombie Cubes 2
75% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: MayoNinja Games
Windows
Survive relentless waves of Zombie Cubes in this action-packed shooter! Explore redesigned maps, battle unique bosses, uncover secrets, and craft traps to gain the upper hand. Upgrade weapons, collect PowerUps, and compete for the highest score in this fast-paced fight for survival!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 37.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shooter 9.4%, Action 4.7%
- #34 DnB Starfighter
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Heavy Reese Studio
Windows
High-speed shmup where survival meets rhythm. Evade waves of enemies to pounding drum and bass soundtrack. Compete globally or battle friends in co-op/PvP. Customize your ship, perfect your run, and claim your spot on the leaderboards.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Aliens 11.1%, Shooter 7.5%
- #35 The B.L.O.O.M Initiative
73% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
Dev: Trema-CodingPub: Trema-Coding Ltd
Windows · Mac
A fast-paced 2D top-down shoot 'em up with single-player and split-screen co-op. Pilot a drone, fight alien hordes, plant and grow bio-weapons, and survive procedurally generated battlefields in a fusion of action and strategy.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Aliens 14.9%, Co-op Campaign 12.2% ★, Twin Stick Shooter 11.4%
- #36 Horde Of Plenty
75% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2020
Dev: SMONCH, LLC
Windows
In this action-packed twin-stick shooter, construction worker Ron Mayhem's beloved pet, Puffy, a rather round and yellow puffer fish, has been captured by the forces of evil. Slay the hordes, collect mad loot, and bring Puffy back!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Shooter 8.6%, Arcade 7%
- #37 Halo: Spartan Assault
74% matchMostly Positive78% of 4,811 reviews2014
Dev: Vanguard GamesPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Halo: Spartan Assault brings the excitement of Halo combat to Steam for the very first time. Battle your way through 30 action-packed missions against the Covenant as you explore the origin of the Spartan Ops program featured in Halo 4. *DirectX feature level 10 required. *
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 30.8%, Twin Stick Shooter 26.1%, Sci-fi 9.7%, Action 8.4%, Shooter 8.2%
- #38 Arc’s Glitch Defender
73% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Nordlys Coders
Windows · Mac · Linux
Save the galaxy? Boring. Dylo wants the fame. Master breakneck speeds in this ego-fueled arena shooter. Blast through the Shadows, feed your pride, and uncover the dark secret behind a 'perfect' Utopia. Speed is your weapon; hesitation is a glitch.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.6%, Top-Down Shooter 12.4%, Robots 12.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%, Shooter 8.8%
- #39 Reticent Retribution
76% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Seth Billick
Windows · Linux
Reticent Retribution is a top down twin stick shooter. A 3rd person action game. You must blast waves of space enemies. You can use the keyboard and a controller. 720p 60fps. Press 'esc' to quit, 'h' for help.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.5%, Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Shooter 11.6%, Space 11.3%, Top-Down 7.7%
- #40 URG
73% match7 user reviews71% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: Jani PenttinenPub: Utopos Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
URG is a retro-style side-scrolling arcade shooter with beautiful 3D graphics and a ton of action with big explosions and a co-op mode for up to four players.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.9%, 4 Player Local 16.8%, Top-Down Shooter 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%, Space 7.4%
- #41 Speglar
71% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: Dexter GramforsPub: 12G
Windows · Mac · Linux
Frantic 4-player laser ricocheting top-down shooter. Keep it casual and enjoy the chaos, or master the surprisingly deep mechanics to obliterate your enemies. Duke it out locally in free-for-all or 2v2.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Aliens 12.8%, 4 Player Local 10.7%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 9.1%
- #42 Circuit Breakers
74% matchMixed58% of 116 reviews2015
Dev: Triverske
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 6.1 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Talented and ferocious weapon experts needed to eliminate a dangerous mechanical menace that threatens the existence of humanity. Up to six positions available. Benefits include traveling the world to eliminate robots.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, 4 Player Local 13.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.2%, Shooter 7.1%
- #43 Raiden NOVA | 雷電NOVA | 雷電新星
70% matchMostly Positive75% of 61 reviews2024
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
Windows
"Raiden" unites! Get ready to blast into a thrilling new dimension like never before!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, Aliens 10.1%, Shooter 9.4%
- #44 Stella Voyager
72% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: KESOFTGAMES
Windows
Open World Space Exploring Trading Shmup RPG. Space sheriff fighting outlaws. King of inter planet trade. Investor who contribute to the development of the planets. The choice Is yours.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.6%, Space 7.7%, Shooter 7.4%
- #45 ZEROCRON
72% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: T.R.S.
Windows
ZEROCRON is a straightforward, classical arcade Twin-Stick Shoot-Em-Up with a strong Commodore-Amiga-era feel. Blast asteroids and enemies to burning pixeldust!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.4%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Shooter 7.9%, Arcade 7.7%
- #46 GyroGunner
71% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2023
Dev: H.T.Project Games
Windows
An omnidirectional scrolling twin-stick shooter with pixel art reminiscent of the 80's.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 8%
- #47 Livelock
71% matchMostly Positive79% of 896 reviews2016
Dev: Tuque GamesPub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Livelock is a co-operative top-down shooter where you play solo or with up to two allies to break the cycle of infinite war between machines. As one of the remaining Capital Intellects, your role is to unlock Eden and revive humanity.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 26.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 26.2%, Robots 12.6%, Co-op 9.4%, Top-Down 6%
- #48 Assault Android Cactus+
70% matchVery Positive94% of 2,000 reviews2015
Dev: Witch Beam
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Assault Android Cactus is an intense arcade style twin stick shooter - pick from one of nine unique synthetic heroines and blast your way through overwhelming robots hordes to save the ship from its own workforce. Supports single player and local co-op game modes.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.8%, 4 Player Local 17.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Robots 11.1%, Shooter 7.2%
- #49 Ogo
69% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: Tubby Turtle Studios
Windows
Ogo is an arcade twin-stick shooter where you control yin and yang to defeat your enemies, complete varied levels or just relax in different endless game modes.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 37.4%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Arcade 9.3%, Top-Down 8.1%
- #50 Hyperstar
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Supernova Software LLC
Windows
A challenging and action-packed 2D survival shooter. Defend yourself from dangerous enemies by piloting ancient starships, each armed with unique and powerful weaponry.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.4%, Robots 8.9%, Arcade 8.2%
- #51 Cyber Siege
69% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Solar Dragon
Windows · Mac · Linux
Cyber Siege is a fast-paced shooter with pure gameplay. Play solo or in local co-op up to 4 players. Upgrade your character and weapons as you fight 50+ enemy types across 20 levels in 4 different worlds.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Co-op Campaign 14.4% ★, Robots 11%, Shooter 7.5%
- #52 DRONES AND RUINS
70% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2018
Dev: Threaded Pixel Studios
Windows
Drones & Ruins is a dynamic top down twin stick shooter where you become the intelligence of a scout drone that has agreed to assist an ally pilot reunite with a loved one. You will need to fight hard and anticipate the enemy's next attack so that you can glide into cover before you go up in smoke.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Shooter 8.6%, Sci-fi 7.9%
- #53 Reinforced Machine
68% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Astral Punch Studios Pty Ltd
Windows
A fast-paced mech arena shooter mixing arcade intensity with skill-based unlocks. Unleash powerful ultimate forms, mix and match skills to define your playstyle, and master each unique combat machine to unlock their signature abilities.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Robots 9.4%, Space 6.7%
- #54 Nebula
66% matchVery Positive87% of 181 reviews2023
Dev: JuTek Pixel
Windows
Survive in the deep void of the galaxy against thousands of invaders! Nebula is a challenging bullet hell, twin stick shooter where you have to face endless waves of space enemies. Additional map resources and space drones can provide you a support but be wary, they can as well become a deadly trap.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Space 11.3%, Aliens 7.7%
- #55 Storm Mined
67% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Hémisphère gauche
Windows · Linux
Minestorm reimagined with modern gameplay! Blast through waves of deadly mines, gear up with powerful upgrades between levels, and dive into intense rhythm-based stages set to an original soundtrack !
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.1%, Shooter 8%, Arcade 7.3%
- #56 SUPERVERSE
65% matchMixed66% of 41 reviews2025
Dev: Superverse Industries
Windows
SUPERVERSE is a fast-paced, action-packed space shooter that launches you into an ancient network of interconnected universes. Your mission: travel back through space-time and prevent the extinction of humanity.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, 4 Player Local 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Aliens 10.7%, Co-op Campaign 8.2% ★
- #57 Undercrewed
68% matchMostly Positive74% of 35 reviews2019
Dev: David Strachan
Windows
Grab your friends and build and fly your own customisable spaceship. With local and online co-op customise your spacecraft with a wide variety of components, you must work together to figure out the best way to survive your journey!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 21.8%, 4 Player Local 21.1%, Co-op Campaign 15% ★, Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Space 8.7%
- #58 Messier111
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: MELPOT
Windows
The Messier 111 is a twin-stick shooter that will test your skills.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 48.3%, Top-Down Shooter 26.5%, Shooter 11%, Top-Down 8.1%, Action 6.1%
- #59 KILL YOUR FRIENDS
67% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2022
Dev: James Robinson
Windows · Mac · Linux
A frantic arena shooter for up to 6 players. Play solo, or battle your pals online. Grab a weapon, don your comically oversized hat & an absurdly mismatched outfit, and KILL YOUR FRIENDS!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.8%, Top-Down Shooter 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 7%
- #60 Xeno Crisis
66% matchVery Positive87% of 209 reviews2019
Dev: Bitmap Bureau
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Xeno Crisis is an arena shooter in which up to two players take control of battle-hardened marines embarking on a deadly mission to confront an alien menace! Run and gun your way through thousands of adversaries, searching for survivors, and ultimately facing the origin of the outpost's demise.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.5%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Aliens 16.4%, Shooter 7.3%, Top-Down 5.3%