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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, Action, Top-Down Shooter, Arcade.

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Variator is a new 2.5D shoot 'em up that's all about blowing up enemies and grazing bullets! Playable both as a fun blaster and as an advanced high-scoring game, the game features approachable difficulty and scoring mechanics that are easy to understand yet reveal more depth the more you play.

Reviews: No user reviews — 50%
Released: To be announced
Developer: Ruin Software
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows

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    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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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. #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%

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