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  1. #1 Arcade Forever
    97% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
    Dev: KOD7
    Windows

    Arcade Forever is a 3D vertical space shooter. This is an action game in which many enemies, obstacles and different weapons guarantee great fun. If you like fast space action, this is the game for you.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Shooter 10.8%, Top-Down 8%

  2. #2 Asteroidia
    96% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
    Dev: Duk Studios
    Windows

    A simple and fun space shooter.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, PvE 11%, Shooter 8.6%

  3. #3 Hexagonal Explods
    96% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2023
    Dev: lemoniedev
    Windows

    Hexagonal Explods is a vertical shoot 'em up game where you need to defend the earth from aliens. Collect power ups, fight funny bosses and... well... SHOOT THEM UP!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Bullet Hell 11.4%, PvE 11.3%, Shooter 8.9%

  4. #4 ∀stralbringer -Shaded Arkarium-
    95% matchPositive86% of 43 reviews2024
    Dev: Endless Shirafu
    Windows

    Shoot 'em up has reached a new frontier! 2D bullet-hell sci-fi action shooter with mouse control and multiple buttons!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Shooter 8.8%, Dystopian 8%

  5. #5 Exo-Calibre
    94% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
    Dev: Vampixel GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Take to the skies as a team of cute pilots and fight for peace in vertical scrolling bullet hell style!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Top-Down Shooter 21.9%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Shooter 10%, Top-Down 6.8%

  6. #6 Psyvariar 3
    94% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Banana BytesPub: Red Art Games
    Windows

    Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Shooter 9.7%, Top-Down 6.9%

  7. #7 Crucible
    93% matchPositive100% of 30 reviews2021
    Dev: TriScalePub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Dodge your way through the crucible of fire! Crucible is a 2D, high-action, top-down shooter game.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.5%, Top-Down Shooter 22.8%, Shooter 10.4%, Top-Down 9.1%

  8. #8 Mortal Mythos: Island of Fairies
    91% matchNo user reviews2026
    Dev: Timur Bondar
    Windows

    Dodge waves of bullets in cover shooter + shmup-inspired combat, as you strike back with powerful attacks of your own! Use clever cover spots to gain an advantage over your enemies, find treasures to make yourself stronger, and avoid taking damage to raise your score!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 25.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Shooter 14.2%, Action-Adventure 9.9%, Top-Down 7.7%

  9. #9 Sand Bullets
    92% matchNo user reviews2022
    Dev: Duaik EntretenimentoPub: Duaik
    Windows

    Top-Down Shooter with a mobile APP interaction.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Shooter 12.7%, Action-Adventure 11.1%, Top-Down 8%

  10. #10 Umbra Galaxy
    91% matchPositive89% of 44 reviews2022
    Dev: Lazy Wizards Games
    Windows

    Umbra Galaxy is a sci-fi shoot'em'up where you pilot a spaceship adrift in the restricted space filled with enemies. Destroy enemy generators, fight your way to the bosses and secure the obscure goal in the end!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, PvE 11.4%, Shooter 8.9%

  11. #11 MachineGunner2 : Bullet Transcending
    90% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: wellsleepnahw
    Windows

    MachineGunner 2 is a 2d top-down shooter game that Player controls four characters to clear stages and complete them as fast as possible. One hit will take you to the start line of the stage. So push it at your own pace.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Bullet Hell 20%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, PvE 15.7%, Shooter 9.3%

  12. #12 Star Jet Alpha
    89% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Valles Games
    Windows · Mac

    Star Jet Alpha is a top-down space shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Progress through each stage by blowing up enemy space stations while avoiding or destroying enemy missiles, space mines and asteroids. Unlock Star Jet capabilities by completing stages.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Shooter 10.9%, Space 10.1%

  13. #13 Akka Arrh
    89% matchVery Positive84% of 64 reviews2023
    Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
    Windows
    Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%

    Akka Arrh is a modern take on a scrapped project from the 1980s, providing players with a fast-paced, addictive, arcade shooter experience and psychedelic visuals. Protect your life rings as you chain together combos and go for a high score!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shooter 9.8%, Top-Down 8.6%

  14. #14 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
    88% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 22.7%, Shooter 11.7%, Top-Down 6.6%

  15. #15 Red Blaster
    87% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2025
    Dev: Red Blaster Games
    Windows

    Blast your way through increasing waves of enemies in this fast-paced top-down action-arcade shoot 'em-up while unlocking new levels, weapon upgrades and harder enemy types as you make progress in RED BLASTER!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Top-Down Shooter 26.2%, PvE 14.3%, Shooter 11.2%, Top-Down 7.5%

  16. #16 Gunslinger Nova
    86% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Top-Down Shooter 25.8%, PvE 14.1%, Shooter 11%, Top-Down 7.5%

  17. #17 4D:XD
    86% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
    Dev: Ryan Brammen
    Windows

    4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Shooter 11%, Top-Down 7.5%

  18. #18 RPM - Road Punk Mayhem
    85% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2024
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Hit the road for explosive bullet hell action through a post-apocalyptic wasteland!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shooter 10.6%, Top-Down 6.6%

  19. #19 HeartLink
    84% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Serrated Studios
    Windows

    Star Fox meets Touhou in this action-packed sci-fi shoot 'em up, set to a rockin' synthwave soundtrack reminiscent of the Hotline Miami series. Pick one of five mech pilots and wield the eponymous HeartLinks to defend the Hydra Galaxy from the Omni invasion. Master yourself, master the machine.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Top-Down 7.6%, Action-Adventure 7.2%

  20. #20 Project AionIX
    83% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: AionBlaze Studio
    Windows

    Blast through waves of alien enemies in Project AionIX! Master your piloting skills, dodge, and survive in this fast-paced space shooter!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Shooter 11.8%, Top-Down 8%

  21. #21 What's Outside
    84% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: RedcollarwolfPub: Redcollarwolf Arts
    Windows · Linux

    You’re stuck out in the middle of space alone in ship, see how long you can survive with endless enemy ships and do all it again.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, PvE 9.6%, Shooter 8.4%

  22. #22 Proto Trigger
    82% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, PvE 9.5%, Shooter 8%

  23. #23 Operation Zero
    82% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Pixeljam
    Windows · Mac

    Grab your biggest gun and jump into this story-driven top-down run-and-gun sci-fi arcade shooter starring the ultimate bio-engineered hero-manchild TASKILLER!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Dystopian 8.5%, Shooter 8.3%

  24. #24 CYBERDAD
    81% matchVery Positive90% of 120 reviews2021
    Dev: Cyberpunk EnjoyersPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
    Windows

    Set in the year 2078, CYBERDAD is a 2D cyberpunk gunfight dungeon crawler following a disgruntled father seeking to rescue his daughter, and exact his revenge.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Shooter 10.7%, Dystopian 10.5%, Top-Down 9.1%

  25. #25 Planets Ambrosia
    80% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: Maltsoft
    Windows

    All-out 360-degree assault! A roguelite shooter where you pilot an sci-fi fighter to eliminate grotesque enemies fused with fruit and machinery, constantly upgrading your weaponry.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Top-Down Shooter 24.5%, Bullet Hell 23.1%, Shooter 10.3%, Top-Down 7.5%

  26. #26 Laser Droplets
    81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
    Dev: Kikashi Online
    Windows · Mac

    Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Top-Down 7.6%, Shooter 7.4%

  27. #27 StellarFighter: Galactica
    79% matchNo user reviews2028
    Dev: Hanoi Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Lead your starfighter as a bounty hunter, complete contracts and fight your way to free your home system from a criminal empire full of conspiracies and underworld secrets, in this hard boiled action old school arcade shooter.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.7%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Dystopian 12.8%, Shooter 7.4%

  28. #28 Reinforced Machine
    78% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Bullet Hell 16%, PvE 10.3%, Top-Down 7.2%

  29. #29 1x! Space Adventure
    79% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
    Dev: Lunar Madcap
    Windows

    1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Shooter 14%, Top-Down 7.7%

  30. #30 Steel Hail
    77% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: MegaBanana
    Windows · Linux

    Become humanity's last hope. Gear up, upgrade, and unleash hell in a relentless third-person sci-fi shooter against a ruthless robotic army. The future is yours to forge in fire and steel.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Bullet Hell 23.5%, PvE 12.3%, Shooter 9.7%, Action-Adventure 6.8%

  31. #31 Adorable Dog: Gnomeageddon
    76% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
    Dev: Outer Pixels
    Windows

    The Gnonmeaggedon is upon us! Hold your ground against relentless gnome waves in a fast, unforgiving bullet hell. Master movement, manage space, and cut through swarms before they overwhelm you. Between attacks, explore biomes, rescue allies, save the village.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, PvE 9.8%, Top-Down 9.7%

  32. #32 Galactic Explorers
    78% match4 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: Caden KoehlPub: Koehl Studios
    Windows

    Galactic Explorers is a top-down 2D retro space shooter inspired by early games such as Galaxian, and Asteroids.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Shooter 8.6%, Top-Down 8.4%

  33. #33 Battle AirForce
    76% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2025
    Dev: SUZUKIPLAN
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Three years after Battle Marine a new battle is about to begin! Battle AirForce is the first orthodox style vertical scrolling bullet hell STG since NOKOGI Rider by SUZUKI PLAN. It was created in Z80 full assembly language, aiming at a level close to the limit of VGS-Zero.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, PvE 12.4%, Shooter 10.2%

  34. #34 Space Maxwell: Arcade
    77% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Dreamland Games
    Windows

    Shoot your enemies and try not to let them multiply themselves and turn the game into a chaotic space battle! Space Maxwell is an arcade shooter where your spaceship has the ability to destroy or to multiply your enemies. Climb the leaderboard and try to survive as long as you can!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shooter 11.1%, Top-Down 9%

  35. #35 Last Meow Standing
    75% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2022
    Dev: Twinfox Interactive
    Windows

    This lightning fast arena shooter brings you right back to the highscore hunts of the arcade era. Use your arsenal of deadly weapons wisely against the increasingly ferocious monster hordes to survive as long as you can.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Shooter 9%, Top-Down 7.5%

  36. #36 Always Surrender
    74% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2024
    Dev: The Covert Sheep Example
    Windows

    Battle a never ending swarm of enemies, but be sure to surrender before you die...

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Bullet Hell 20%, PvE 12%, Shooter 9.4%

  37. #37 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
    75% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
    Dev: Strides Interactive Game Studio
    Windows

    SHOOT 'EM UP!Starlight: Eye of The Storm is a 2D Vertical SHMUP set in a 3D background. Unleash your special powers, upgrade your weapons! Take on 10 Arcade stages or 15 Campaign missions! Drift (auto-pivot mode) behind your enemies and take them on with style!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 19.2%, Shooter 10.2%, Top-Down 9.2%

  38. #38 Shrine Raider
    74% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: SVPub: Team Roufen
    Windows

    Help Regina recover an important relic that was stolen from her shrine, while saving her sister and stopping a secret organization from creating the ultimate weapon in this unique danmaku adventure!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 26.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Top-Down Shooter 24.4%, Shooter 11.1%, Funny 4.4%

  39. #39 Magic Fairy Fun Blast
    73% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Wow Cool Games
    Windows

    Magic Fairy Fun Blast is a challenging and fast paced arcade style bullet hell arena wave based shooter. You are a fairy that just wants to have fun but your version of fun is different than the rest of the world.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, PvE 12.2%, Shooter 9.8%

  40. #40 Glow Storm
    73% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Ludus Phaedra
    Windows · Linux

    Wield a powerful shield in this neon-lit 2D bullet hell where timing is everything. Destroy enemies with strategic shield activations and harvest their sparks as allies. Master the balance between offense and defense in vibrant arenas, then challenge yourself in Hard Mode for the ultimate test.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.7%, Bullet Hell 28.6%, PvE 15.6%, Shooter 12.2%, Top-Down 8.2%

  41. #41 Astro Fighters
    71% matchPositive94% of 31 reviews2025
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Astro Fighters is a tough old school vertical scrolling bullet hell shooter designed to test your skills with non-stop arcade style action. Fight against large bosses at the end of every level and compete for the high score across 4 difficulty modes to be the best fighter pilot in the game.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shooter 11.3%, Top-Down 8.8%

  42. #42 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
    72% matchVery Positive97% of 357 reviews2021
    Dev: YOTSUBANEPub: KOMODO
    Windows
    Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 8.0 hrs≥1hr: 52%

    Prepare yourself for an insatiable rain of bullets, bombs, and beams in Crimzon Clover. Earn all the power-ups for an overpowered experience in the all new ARRANGE version.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.5%, Bullet Hell 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 16.7%, Shooter 11.3%, Top-Down 6.9%

  43. #43 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
    73% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: G-MODE
    Windows

    It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.7%, Top-Down Shooter 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Shooter 14%, Action 3.7%

  44. #44 Fiery Rivaz
    72% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2023
    Dev: Tim Nicolai
    Windows

    Fiery Rivaz - Reanimate Shmups !!! It's time to revive the shmup genre. You can expect a shooter that focuses on varied and innovative level design. It is accompanied by cool 3d graphics and a great soundtrack.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.9%, Bullet Hell 23%, Shooter 15%, Top-Down 9.3%, Space 7.7%

  45. #45 Juuden Youshuugi ~ Crimson Paraselene
    71% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Supermoon Studio
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    A Touhou-inspired bullet hell shooting game where you play as magic-using anthropomorphic characters. Explore Lunamara, a land full of magical creatures and youkai, and discover why the moon's rotation around Earth has been halted.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Shooter 11.1%, Top-Down 8.9%

  46. #46 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
    71% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2023
    Dev: Masayuki Ito
    Windows

    This is a high-difficulty bullet hell shooting game and a sequel to "Bullet Hell Monday." It offers an exciting experience for players who demand advanced skills and precise strategies. As a common system, six types of special weapons are equipped, expanding the player's tactical range.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Top-Down Shooter 24.9%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Shooter 10.7%, Top-Down 7.7%

  47. #47 Gods of the Arena Dungeon
    70% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: GasGod Games
    Windows

    Destroy arena vermin, level up, choose your class path, get loot, and slay other players. Destroy the bosses of the arena without being slain, and perhaps your ascent into arena God-hood will be recorded into legend! Now remastered!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, PvE 11.9%, Shooter 9.1%

  48. #48 Water Festa
    69% matchPositive95% of 22 reviews2024
    Dev: sTeloXzPub: XNKLV
    Windows

    Water Festa is a top-down shooter inspired by Thailand's Songkran water festival. You play as a mermaid girl, balancing wetness to remain human, dodge water to avoid becoming too wet, but seek it when dry. Expect a casual bullet hell experience as people continuously shower you.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Shooter 12.8%, PvE 8.3%

  49. #49 Zannon
    70% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2022
    Dev: JimJams Games
    Windows

    Zannon is our take on the classic shooters of the late 1980's and early 1990's. Blast your way through 10 challanging levels, collect awesome power-ups, battle numereous different enemies, base and gun platforms. - Love retro and you'll love Zannon.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.1%, Top-Down Shooter 26.4%, Top-Down 8.4%, Sci-fi 4.9%

  50. #50 Spherical Worlds: Evolution
    69% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Infobyte
    Windows · Linux

    A distant human colony faces an enigmatic alien threat. As commander of a spherical battle droid, infiltrate alien spacecraft to neutralize the menace from within. Face AI-enhanced droids, upgrade your arsenal, and engage in high-speed action, mini-games and test your strategic skills and reflexes.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 10.3%, Space 8.2%

  51. #51 SOLSTORM
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Jerry Zhu
    Windows · Linux

    SOLSTORM is a classic hand-crafted arcade bullet hell, skillfully weave, and dodge through 9 stages with waves of projectiles as you persevere and see a space odyssey to the end!

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 21%, Shooter 10%, Top-Down 8.4%

  52. #52 Crisis Wing
    69% matchVery Positive90% of 89 reviews2020
    Dev: Pieslice Productions
    Windows · Mac

    Crisis Wing is 90's style vertically scrolling arcade shooter. Master 7 intense vertical stages, and take down massive bosses. Play solo or with a friend in local co-op. Get ready for pure, high-octane action.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, PvE 10%, Shooter 8.8%

  53. #53 Otter Space Rescue
    70% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2019
    Dev: Noah LewinPub: Day Dreamer Games
    Windows

    Your Otter Space crew has been captured by evil robots. Save your team and fight together through endless rooms of evil robots.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 21.8%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Shooter 8.5%, PvE 8%

  54. #54 Room Box
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: WexStudio
    Windows · Linux

    Fight your way through the mazes of Room Box. A minimalist 2d-style TopDown shooter. Your only way of escape is to survive countless and unique rooms. Fight dozen of enemies and defeat merciless Bosses

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.3%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Shooter 10.6%, Top-Down 8.9%

  55. #55 Nova Strike
    67% matchMixed64% of 22 reviews2023
    Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
    Windows

    Fire up your blaster cannons and take on waves of enemies in this retro shoot'em up with procedural levels. Come back stronger with each attempt and beat the high score!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Shooter 10%, Top-Down 9.3%

  56. #56 Nova Rebellion
    66% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
    Dev: Centurion Dragons Studios
    Windows

    Blast through waves of chaos in this retro inspired space shooter. Simple mechanics, high energy rock/electronic soundtrack, and a gloriously goofy tone make Nova Rebellion a cosmic throwback Back when space shooters were all the rage.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, Top-Down Shooter 26.6%, Shooter 12.3%, Top-Down 10.1%, Space 6.2%

  57. #57 DuckLaserDuck
    68% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: Michael Aaron Denny
    Windows

    You just have to kill the bugs and critters before they kill you, so you can kill the bugs EVEN BETTER. Defeat the 3 floors and their bosses to win the game! Fight through procedurally maps made of handcrafted rooms, in this action RPG shooter with heavy roguelike and bullet-hell elements.

    Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 20.6%, PvE 12.2%, Shooter 10%

  58. #58 Orchid Glitter
    67% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Tamazusa
    Windows

    Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.7%, Top-Down Shooter 25.6%, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Shooter 7.1%, Top-Down 6.1%

  59. #59 Alien Space Bastards
    67% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2022
    Dev: Paul Connor
    Windows

    Alien Space Bastards is a procedurally generated 3D arcade style shooter. The aliens are attacking in force and you must utilize all the weaponry you have to survive the onslaught and bring piece to the galaxy. Multiple power ups will assist you on your suicide mission, good luck and fight bravely!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Shooter 11.7%, Top-Down 7.9%

  60. #60 GALXAGAR
    67% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
    Dev: MoonMuse Entertainment
    Windows

    "Don't go to GALXAGAR"; a phrase uttered by many who have traversed its rim. Untold treasures, and terrors, await within its blackened depths. Ready your craft, spacefarer, because you're about to enter the most dangerous sector in all the stars. Get ready.. for GALXAGAR!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, PvE 14.9%, Shooter 12.3%, Top-Down 10%

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