- #1 Psyvariar 3
97% 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 24.5%, Bullet Hell 18.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.7%, 2.5D 14.5%, Shooter 8.5%
- #2 Rock 'N Roll: G.E.O.S. Wars
96% 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 19.3%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Arcade 10.2%, Shooter 9.6%
- #3 Endline
96% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Miniced
Windows · Linux
Endline is a 2.5D psychedelic bullet hell experience, combining rhythm and bright colours.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Top-Down Shooter 16%, 2.5D 15.3%, Shooter 8.7%
- #4 Resurrection Core
95% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: ramen_keitto
Windows
Resurrection Core is vertically scrolling Bullet Hell Shoot ´Em Up game. It honors the arcade classics but also adds modern touch and unique game-play mechanics to the genre. Master the unique weapon systems and resurrect enemy cores to become the ultimate fighting machine!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, 2.5D 14.6%, Top-Down Shooter 13.2%, Shooter 10.5%
- #5 Crimzon Clover World EXplosion
94% 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 28.4%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Arcade 13%, Top-Down Shooter 12%, Shooter 9.6%
- #6 Proto Trigger
94% 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 24.6%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Co-op 14.4%, Local Co-Op 7.7%
- #7 4D:XD
93% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.8%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.4%
- #8 Sky Force Anniversary
92% matchVery Positive92% of 2,138 reviews2015
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 5.7 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Legendary shoot-'em-up makes its way on the PCs! Abundant explosions, truly epic boss fights and beautifully crafted 3D environments are here to keep you entertained. Sky Force Anniversary offers single player experience and local cooperative mode for 2 players.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.7%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Top-Down Shooter 11.9%, 2.5D 9.1%, Arcade 9%
- #9 1x! Space Adventure
91% 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 23.6%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Arcade 14.2%, Shooter 12.4%
- #10 Astro Fighters
90% 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%, Bullet Hell 18.5%, Top-Down Shooter 12.8%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.8%
- #11 Strelitzia
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Sorgintza
Windows · Linux
An arcade style bullet-hell shoot 'em up where you'll have to dodge thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.8%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.7%, Arcade 13.4%, Top-Down 6.8%
- #12 Nephenthesys
89% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Let's Dev StudiosPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off on a treacherous mission to recover an unidentified energy source amidst an alien onslaught! Nephenthesys is a vertical scrolling shoot’em up presented in widescreen top-down 3D style.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.5%, 2.5D 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Shooter 10.7%, Arcade 10.3%
- #13 Eigengrau
89% matchVery Positive100% of 88 reviews2023
Dev: Martin Mauersics
Windows · Mac · Linux
A twist at every turn! Explore a colorful shoot 'em up with varied and diverse gameplay beyond the familiar shooting and dodging. Every situation, every enemy, and every boss offers a different handcrafted experience.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, 2.5D 16.1%, Arcade 9.6%, Co-op 8.5%
- #14 Sky Force Reloaded
88% matchVery Positive93% of 2,659 reviews2017
Dev: Infinite Dreams
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 14.9 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Sky Force Reloaded is a classic shoot ‘em up experience packed in gorgeous visuals and excellent gameplay. Enjoy flashy explosions, beautiful scenery and massive bosses in single player or local cooperative modes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, 2.5D 10.7%, Arcade 9.6%
- #15 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
87% 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 26.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 11.5%
- #16 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
86% 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 29.7%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 7.8%
- #17 GunBird
85% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
The second installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooters, following the 1993 Best Shooting Game award winner “Sengoku Ace”.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Arcade 12.5%, Shooter 11.4%
- #18 Laser Droplets
86% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 25.9%, Bullet Hell 24.3%, Arcade 15.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Shooter 6.7%
- #19 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
84% 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 29.1%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.9%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8.5%
- #20 Strikers 1945
83% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
Nationwide shooting fans, the wait is over! Following Sengoku Ace and Gunbird, the third installment in Saikyo's vertical scrolling shooter series!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.7%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, 2.5D 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 13.4%, Arcade 11.9%
- #21 Crazy Appliances 疯狂电器
84% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2018
Dev: PopTea Games
Windows
CRAZY APPLIANCES is a fast paced top-down shooter game! The elect robots are insane, heroes! Fight your way by using various weapons and powerful items to defeat them in different dangerous situation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Arcade 10.9%, Shooter 9.6%
- #22 Zannon
82% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Bullet Hell 26.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.4%, Arcade 11.3%, Top-Down 7%
- #23 Crucible
82% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 29.1%, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Shooter 10.5%, Top-Down 8.4%
- #24 SUPERVERSE
80% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, 2.5D 16.8%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Top-Down Shooter 14.5%, Arcade 8.4%
- #25 The Art Of Flight
79% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2025
Dev: Et Al GamesPub: Page To Pixel Publishing LLC
Windows
Play solo or with your friends in this fast-paced space shooter. Pilot multiple ships at the same time while taking on waves of enemies, finding power-ups, and gaining additional episodes along the way. Who will make it to the top of the leaderboard?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Arcade 11.1%, Local Co-Op 8.2%
- #26 The Night Christmas Ended
81% matchPositive84% of 19 reviews2016
Dev: Giant Goblin Studio
Windows
Team up with the world’s biggest goblin on his quest for gold and be a total Christmas bastard.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.7%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Co-op 14.2%, Arcade 9.8%
- #27 Hoodie Survivor and Super Hoodie Bros
79% match9 user reviews80% of 10 reviews2024
Dev: The Voices Games
Windows
Auto shooter score attack survival game where your character moves forward continuously and you control the direction of travel by rotating left and right
Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 14.2%, Shooter 12.7%
- #28 FullBlast
81% matchMostly Positive71% of 87 reviews2016
Dev: UFO Crash Games
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 5.3 hrs≥1hr: 97%
Blast your way through waves of alien invaders in this retro style shooter with modern visuals. Collect power ups, destroy the enemy ships and defeat the mega bosses in 12 action packed levels. On your own or with a friend in local co-op mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.9%, 2.5D 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Co-op 12.4%, Arcade 9.6%
- #29 Asteroidia
77% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Duk Studios
Windows
A simple and fun space shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.1%, Bullet Hell 24.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8.4%
- #30 Crisis Wing
78% 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 23.3%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Arcade 8.3%, Shooter 8.1%
- #31 Dininho Space Adventure
78% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: Dininho
Windows
Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Bullet Hell 21.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Arcade 14.6%, Shooter 13.1%
- #32 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
76% matchVery Positive95% of 84 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
"Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19%, Arcade 8%, Shooter 7.9%
- #33 Karous
74% matchPositive93% of 30 reviews2026
Dev: RS34
Windows
Slash, shoot, guard, grow! Karous, a Dreamcast shoot 'em up originally released back in 2007, is now soaring onto PC. Play as Karous, a girl who lost her parents in a great war with humans. Driven by her father's dying words, she descends to Earth in search of the Sanguis Dei.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.7%, Bullet Hell 27.6%, Arcade 14.5%, Shooter 14.5%, Action 3.2%
- #34 Project AionIX
77% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Shooter 11.4%, Top-Down 7%
- #35 Bullet Hell Monday
75% matchVery Positive95% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
Beginner Welcome Bullet Hell Shooter. "Chapter Mode", which is starting from a simple stage and gradually becoming more difficult, is recommended for beginners. Once you get used to bullet hell, let's experience full-scale bullet hell in "Challenge Mode".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Bullet Hell 21.7%, Top-Down Shooter 19.1%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9.7%
- #36 Warding Witches
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: SonorodePub: Headup
Windows · Linux
Warding Witches offers a classic, unapologetic bullet hell shoot ‘em up challenge while also putting defense into players’ hands. Experience an adrenaline-filled flow alternating between attacking, defending and dodging, amplified by an intuitive scoring system that weaves into gameplay seamlessly.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.3%, Bullet Hell 28.3%, Arcade 14.2%, Co-op 6.7%, Local Co-Op 5.5%
- #37 RPM - Road Punk Mayhem
73% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.4%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 8.7%
- #38 tz mini stg collection
72% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
This book contains several of tamazusa's small-scale STG works, mainly game jam works.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Arcade 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 14.4%, Shooter 13.3%
- #39 Metis One
75% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2018
Dev: Actuator GamesPub: Actuator Games LLC
Windows
Metis One is an action-packed co-op top down shooter in the design style of the arcade classics. Take command of the A6-Gravitus to defend the people of Jupiter Colony, Metis One, against an unrelenting alien onslaught. With Drop-In Co-op, Player Two can join the action at anytime!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 16.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.2%, Co-op 14%, Arcade 8.5%
- #40 Exo-Calibre
72% 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 32.9%, Bullet Hell 22.8%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Shooter 10.9%, Top-Down 6.8%
- #41 AirRaid
74% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Pilea Development LLC
Windows
A classic action arcade shooter with modern, fully destructible enemies. 10 waves of progressively increasing insanity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, 2.5D 18.2%, Arcade 15.1%, Shooter 11%
- #42 Space Maxwell: Arcade
73% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 10.6%
- #43 Strikers 1945 2
70% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
Dev: ZerodivPub: KMBOX
Windows
The Saikyo-style system, trusted by players from casual gamers to hardcore enthusiasts, now features a new three-stage charge shot enhancement system, significantly boosting strategic depth. If you haven't played it yet, we urge you to give it a try.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 13.3%, Shooter 11.8%
- #44 The Pacifist
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Taillis, Inc
Windows
The Pacifist is a retro sci-fi top-down action game with unique mechanics that blends elements of the Arcade and Rhythm genres on a gorgeous, minimalist battlefield. Only in The Pacifist can you fight without fighting.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, 2.5D 21.6%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Arcade 10.6%, Top-Down 8.3%
- #45 Space Waves
71% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Space Waves is a procedurally generated 2D arcade style shooter with multiple collectable power ups and varying enemy types. This game will casually draw you in and then increase the pace and difficulty as you progress through the never ending levels.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Arcade 12.2%, Shooter 11.4%
- #46 Radiant Silvergun
68% matchVery Positive93% of 213 reviews2023
Dev: Live Wire
Windows
Median: 36 minMean: 4.8 hrs≥1hr: 42%
Set on the earth and in space on July 14, 2520 A.D., the film explores the mystery of mankind's extinction. Various terrains become battlefields. Enemies attack from all directions. There are 23 bosses in total. Aim for a high score by making full use of score bonuses and level-up weapons!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, 2.5D 18.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.2%, Arcade 9.6%
- #47 Orchid Glitter
71% 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 31.3%, Bullet Hell 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Arcade 8%, Shooter 6.6%
- #48 NewMe NuMe LuMe: Alien Wars
68% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Ho RaBii
Windows
Summoned into the otherworldly realm of 'NewMe NuMe LuMe', the protagonist Kim Ttolttol must aid the gods who summoned her to defeat enemies and return home in this 2D top-down action game. Utilize a variety of weapons to vanquish diverse foes!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 13.2%
- #49 Aurora Polaris
71% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Haltt Games
Windows
A vertical shooter with post-apocalyptic storytelling and semi-realistic visuals, where four unlikely pilots fight against a technobiological organization to rekindle hope for humanity.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Bullet Hell 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.2%, Arcade 11.2%, Co-op 8%
- #50 Dungeon Man
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Neverknow247
Windows
A bullet-hell dungeon game where you use colored gems to match the enemy in order to deal damage. Each enemy type has a unique attack style. Shoot and Dodge as you search for the evil toilet snake which lies deep within the dungeon.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Bullet Hell 28.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Top-Down 8.9%, Combat 4.9%
- #51 東方催狐譚 ~ Servants of Harvest Wish
67% matchVery Positive96% of 414 reviews2020
Dev: Dream Compass
Windows
Set off on a journey to an autumnal paradise in this bountiful Touhou vertical Bullethell Shmup fan game made by overseas fans!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.8%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Top-Down Shooter 18.5%, Arcade 10%, Shooter 8.1%
- #52 Asteroides
69% matchMostly Positive73% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Verrua GiuseppePub: bit ManiaX
Windows · Mac
it's simple, fast, rocking, without pauses, without life, without time will you save the earth? Asteroides is a 70/80s shooter with realistic physics and a completely three-dimensional environment. Moving, destroying and surviving is complicated in an infinitely finite space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, 2.5D 22.9%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Shooter 13.3%, Top-Down 7.1%
- #53 Astro Fighters 2
66% matchPositive90% of 20 reviews2026
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Astro Fighters 2 is a vertical scrolling bullet hell shooter designed to test your skills with non-stop arcade style action. Use a variety of special items, power up your chosen ship and compete for the high score across 4 difficulty modes to be the best fighter pilot in the game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, 2.5D 17.1%, Shooter 9.8%, Arcade 9.6%
- #54 Exterminate Zombies: Get Paid
69% match5 user reviews60% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: EZGP Team
Windows
Exterminate zombies in style with up to 4 players in this action packed co-op top-down shooter.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19%, Co-op 14%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.8%, Bullet Hell 12.1%, Shooter 11.3%
- #55 Arcade Forever
67% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Shooter 12.6%, Top-Down 8.6%
- #56 Revolution Ace
69% matchMostly Positive72% of 1,880 reviews2014
Dev: Laser Guided Games, LLC
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 74%
A deep, tactical shoot'em up. With every takedown, you’ll earn cash and xp to upgrade your ship and unlock new abilities. Online and local co-op. Unique versus mode. Realistic physics and water simulation.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 44.4%, Bullet Hell 19%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 8.5%, Local Co-Op 6.7%
- #57 Shikhondo: Youkai Rampage
66% matchVery Positive85% of 80 reviews2024
Dev: DeerFarmPub: CFK Co., Ltd.
Windows
Popular vertically scrolling shoot'em up game Shikhondo is back and powered up! One day, the soul-starved Youkai escape from the depths of hell. Now, the story of the Grim Reaper and the girl who has fallen into this land begins!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.5%, Bullet Hell 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.6%, Arcade 14.6%, Top-Down 6.8%
- #58 Raiden V: Director's Cut | 雷電 V Director's Cut | 雷電V:導演剪輯版
70% matchMixed56% of 527 reviews2017
Dev: MOSS Co., Ltd.Pub: UFO Interactive Games
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 3.1 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Arcade hit Raiden first left its mark on the shooting genre 25 years ago. The easy to learn, hard to master series comes to the PC in its most modern and advanced form yet! Join the war for Earth's future-where the tide of battle holds constant surprises.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42%, Bullet Hell 24.1%, Arcade 15.3%, Shooter 13.3%, Action 5.3%
- #59 The Battle of Aurinoxia
66% matchPositive75% of 12 reviews2026
Dev: N11 Games Division
Windows
A retro space shoot 'em up with pixel art graphics, unique enemies, tough angry bosses, and a killer soundtrack. You are among the first pilots to arrive in the system to mount the counteroffensive against the aggressors. Get out there and show these aliens the price for messing with The Alliance!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Bullet Hell 27.4%, Shooter 12.5%, Arcade 12.4%, Top-Down 8.2%
- #60 Rangok Skies
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 40 reviews2021
Dev: Samurai Games
Windows · Mac
War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Arcade 14.1%, Shooter 12.8%, Co-op 7.7%