- #1 3D Raid River
97% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: MLB-Miagui
Windows
Recover the Console that the Pirates try to destroy anyway. Travel back in time with incredible graphics
Why similar: Hero Shooter 27.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.2%, Multiple Endings 10%, Shooter 10%, Arcade 8.7%
- #2 Galacticon
96% matchVery Positive100% of 55 reviews2022
Dev: Radin GamesPub: Flynn's Arcade
Windows
Galacticon is a video game with the look and feel of arcade cabinet games from the early 80's in the style of Williams classics: "Defender" or "Joust", with the gameplay of legendary "Jetpac", and with touches of "puzzle".
Why similar: Hero Shooter 31.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Shooter 8.9%, 1980s 8.6%, 2D Platformer 8.4%
- #3 Metal Crisis
96% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Mad Rabbit Digital
Windows
METAL CRISIS is a side-scrolling shoot 'em up inspired by 3D space shooters of the 90s. Pilot the most advanced ship Earth has created capable of acquiring enemy weapons as you battle through hordes of fighters and hulking bosses in it's war against the space colonies rebellion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.6%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, 1990's 15%, Shooter 11.5%, Sci-fi 8.7%
- #4 Zero Gravity Heroes
95% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: zooyos
Windows · Mac · Linux
3 games in 1! Land, jetpack, and shoot your way through 90 bite-sized arcade stages across 30 unique missions. Fast-paced, family-friendly action inspired by classic arcade gameplay — built for modern players.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 30% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Shooter 12.4%, Action-Adventure 11.6%, 2D Platformer 10%
- #5 One Pixel TWB
94% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2021
Dev: IreeroPub: LineArt Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
The two primordial colors of pixels start a war after years and years of "Peace", many things have happened in this castle that is now being attacked by larger forces, will you as the King of this city let them destroy everything that is yours? WARNING: If you give up easily, don't buy this game.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 31.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Bullet Hell 15.5%, 2D Platformer 8.6%, Shooter 7.9%
- #6 R.T.O. Tales of the Dark Lands - Deluxe Edition
94% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Animas Games
Windows
R.T.O. Deluxe Edition Platform action retro 16-bit style.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 30.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Shooter 10.7%, Action-Adventure 9.6%, 1980s 9.1%
- #7 C.A.P.S. - Cyber Animal Planet Survival
93% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: iv2 Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
A top-down shooter, where in a post-apocalyptic world called Eltopia, our surviving heroes must save the world by facing terrible enemies that mutated in the collapse. Explore a world full of challenges, collect rewards and defeat bosses on your way.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 34% ★, Bullet Hell 16.2%, 2.5D 14.6%, Roguelike 10.2%, Shooter 9.7%
- #8 In Space
92% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: PitigamedevPub: CGevo
Windows · Mac
In Space is a 2D top-down Arena Shooter where you are on an alien planet, and you have to survive to a horde of alien creatures that want your blood
Why similar: Hero Shooter 35.2% ★, 2.5D 14.1%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Shooter 10.3%, 1990's 8.3%
- #9 DEVIL BLADE REBOOT
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 813 reviews2024
Dev: SHIGATAKE GAMES
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 67%
An immersive pseudo-3D shoot 'em up experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Push your score higher with the innovative Berserk System: the closer they are, the more points you get!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, 1980s 12%, 2.5D 11.1%, 1990's 10.5%
- #10 Run 'n Gun: Deluxe
91% matchNo user reviews
Dev: GR: Game Studios
Windows · Mac
Welcome to a world that is full of danger, and your task is to destroy all enemies on your way in the original Run and Gun style!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 23.8% ★, Bullet Hell 12.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 11%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Shooter 8.3%
- #11 Wave Function 1.0
90% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Usual Game Developer
Windows
Wave Function is a PC-based FPS game. Its single-stage bullet hell design forces players to survive under intense barrages of bullets. With roguelike elements, each attempt offers different power-ups, enemy formations, and strategies. It’s easy to learn but hard to master.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 32.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Bullet Hell 13.6%, Roguelike 12.7%, Shooter 11.5%
- #12 Space Saviour Special
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lizard Game Dev
Windows
Space Savior Special. Shmup genre game. Help Earth in her last awakened attempt to save humanity from the Naggal Biomechanical Virus. Use everything you have to get through enemy forces! Your ship, your pods, your bombs, your faith and your reflexes to destroy your terrible enemy!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Shooter 11%, Action-Adventure 9.1%, Arcade 9%
- #13 Alien Up
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Black Streak Entertainment
Windows
Fast-paced survival shooter where space mechanic Chelsea Crisp fights off hordes of alien invaders. Upgrade, jump, dodge, and blast your way through many levels of this humorous 90's style anime pixel adventure.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 34.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, 2D Platformer 9.5%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Arcade 8.2%
- #14 Apostle 3D
88% match7 user reviews57% of 7 reviews2021
Dev: Anarky Games
Windows
Apostle 3D is a throwback to retro shooters of the 90s, Fight your way through the dead, demons , religious fanatics and time to take revenge on those who took your life. Stop the demonic invasion and rest in peace.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 28.9% ★, 2.5D 15.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, 1990's 9.6%
- #15 Mega City Force
86% matchMostly Positive79% of 329 reviews2023
Dev: Undreamed GamesPub: Ravenage Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Retrowave Action Roguelike featuring tough agents battling crime to the electrifying music of artists like Droid Bishop, Timecop1983, and more! Choose your agent and dive into hardcore action against enemies and bosses, utilizing a vast arsenal and special abilities that will define your playstyle
Why similar: Hero Shooter 29.2% ★, Bullet Hell 13%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.9%, 1980s 10.9%, Roguelike 10.4%
- #16 Ragnar
87% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2022
Dev: 2 Bit Determine
Windows
Inspired by old NES games, Ragnar is a 2D run-and-gun action platformer that will be difficulty and fair. We would like to bring back the classic and retro feel to modern platforms and a new generation of gamers.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 35.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, 2D Platformer 9.8%, Shooter 9.4%, 1980s 7.9%
- #17 Chaos Moon : 1CC Edition
86% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: SNOWBALL EFFECT GAMES
Windows
A classic style SHMUP in the tradition of 80's and 90's vertical scrolling shooters. Maximize your run and get to the top of the High-score Leaderboard. Can you achieve the rank of Fleet Admiral? It's a challenge. Visit our website for a free playable browser demo of the game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.3%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, 1980s 13.9%, Shooter 13.7%, Arcade 10.7%
- #18 A Blast From The Past
85% matchPositive100% of 19 reviews2023
Dev: Happy Cactus Games Limited
Windows · Mac
A Blast from the Past is a stunning, classic arcade shooter. Includes gameplay modes for the casual gamer through to "Tournament Mode" for Hi-Score hunters! With 4K/360Hz+ support, experience smooth as silk gameplay in this dazzling arcade blaster with something for every arcade-going fan!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.7%, 2.5D 21.5%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 10.7%, 1980s 9.8%
- #19 ZomBay
84% matchMixed68% of 22 reviews2024
Dev: Tegridy Made Games
Windows
ZomBay is a zombie shoot'em up game. Survive waves of endless zombies and gain exp to get the best guns!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 25.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.1%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Roguelike 10.8%, Shooter 9.5%
- #20 Geadows
84% matchVery Positive83% of 72 reviews2021
Dev: CoolDown Studio
Windows
Another bad dream? Another bad memory? Fight against your past, defeat hundreds of robots sent by GEA, the artificial intelligence that stole everything from you and condemn you to your present. Welcome to Geadows, a third person shooter roguelike. Do you accept the challenge?
Why similar: Hero Shooter 31.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Roguelike 13.1%, Shooter 12%, Third Person 6.9%
- #21 Forest Frenzy
83% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: Tegridy Made Games
Windows
Shoot to survive, shoot em' up, score attack! A wave based shooter where you must buy weapons and upgrades to survive! Get local high scores or compete on steam leaderboards!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 30.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.7%, Bullet Hell 12.9%, Shooter 9.6%, Roguelike 9.6%
- #22 SorcerialBladeCannon
82% match6 user reviews67% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: MACHINECODE
Windows
■Bullet Hell Shmup with a Huge Sword This game is a bullet hell shmup to have you satisfy with a beginner and the arcade senior player! Swing a huge sword around if you become dangerous!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 29.6% ★, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Shooter 9.8%, 1990's 9.7%
- #23 Jack Big Chin: Alien Invasion
82% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Goldarait
Windows
Save humanity! Help Jack Big Chin defeat the alien invaders, in a hard action-adventure game with 3D platform elements, where you must improve your weapons and activate cannons to complete your missions.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 23.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.7%, Bullet Hell 14.7%, 1990's 12%, Shooter 7.7%
- #24 Cyber Rush
81% match9 user reviews45% of 11 reviews2024
Dev: Infinite Realms Studios
Windows
Shoot your way through endless plagues of robots and use the game's advanced parkour and movement system to survive. Purchase special weapons and character upgrades to get stronger and survive more rooms!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 31.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Roguelike 15.4%, Shooter 12.3%, Action 7.5%
- #25 Dyflexion
81% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Pisces Studios
Windows · Linux
A vertical scroll shooter where deflecting enemy projectiles is key to success.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.3%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, 2.5D 18.5%, 1990's 12.6%, Shooter 10.8%
- #26 Splicer
80% matchNo user reviews
Dev: PolarBytes-Studio
Windows · Linux
Blast enemies, get ship upgrades and defeat bosses in this arcade inspired space bullet hell
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.7%, 1980s 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.2%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 12.9%
- #27 MUA
79% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2023
Dev: BangsFactory
Windows
This is a team online battle game. Use various characters to win the battle!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 42.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Shooter 13.8%, Third Person 7.9%, Sci-fi 5.6%
- #28 God Of Death
78% matchMixed54% of 13 reviews2024
Dev: IRun
Windows
Try to survive by destroying enemies before time runs out. Strengthen your inventory by collecting loot. Combine similar weapons to make them more powerful or upgrade the weapon of your choice. If you're ready, let the battle begin!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 25.5% ★, Bullet Hell 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%, 2.5D 11.9%, Third Person 8.6%
- #29 Eschaton: Battle For Eternity
77% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Aaron Lehnen
Windows · Mac · Linux
Eschaton is a vivid, fast-paced top-down arcade sci-fi space shooter with weapon upgrades, intense boss fights, dynamic SFX, and an original metal-meets-synth soundtrack. Chase high scores, accuracy ranks, and speedrun times while killing aliens in this chapter of a longer legendary saga.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.3%, 2.5D 21.7%, 1980s 13.8%, Arcade 11.2%, 1990's 10.4%
- #30 Astrokicker
79% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Quadrivo Software, LLC
Windows
Mixing old and new, Astrokicker is inspired by classic shootemups going back to the 80s, with a few twists. The player gets to fly in any direction, and using a combination of skill and strategy, takes out the starbases controlling warpfields.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, 2.5D 22.6%, 1980s 15.5%, Arcade 12.1%, 1990's 11.7%
- #31 Mikaira (Archived)
78% matchPositive91% of 11 reviews2022
Dev: Pierra_Poura_PenguinPub: Mikaira's Reality
Windows
"Mikaira (Archived)" is a 2D, shoot 'em up, side scroller. You can shoot through enemies with guns, bust through them with superpowers, or dodge your way through their attacks.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 38% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, 2D Platformer 10.1%, Shooter 8.2%
- #32 FIGHTING PUDDING
77% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2023
Dev: KUMAPub: KUMA Software
Windows
Hotter Because He Was Devoured! The tragic revenge tale of Pudding, returned from hell! Wrongfully consumed, Pudding Guy now rises again. Defeat the guardians of hell and create the lover he always dreamed of! Only your ultimate control can reverse this unjust death. Now—begin the revenge!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 33% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Shooter 12.9%, Arcade 11.7%, Action 8.7%
- #33 CYBERSTELLAR
76% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2022
Dev: Pixels-3D
Windows
Protect Earth and Mars from alien attacks, but be careful not to lose control of the ship in the midst of storms.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 24.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, 2.5D 12.3%, Shooter 8.7%
- #34 Red Titans
75% match8 user reviews50% of 8 reviews2023
Dev: TEAM Black Hat RobotPub: TEAM Black Hat Robot
Windows
RED TITANS is a single player vertical shoot em up, use the resources available to stop the threat, you will have to be very skillful since there are no continues.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.4%, Bullet Hell 21.6%, 1980s 15.4%, 1990's 12.5%, Arcade 12.2%
- #35 Feeble Light
75% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2023
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Blast off as a little star trying to rid the cosmos of angry celestial beings in Feeble Light, a 3-tone pixel art shoot’em up where minimalistic presentation makes way for precision controls and fluid animation!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 10.5%, 1990's 9.2%
- #36 Stickman Zombie Shooting 3D
73% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2026
Dev: Yurii NikshychPub: TheGamesFortress
Windows · Mac
The city has been infected! Shoot and kill the zombie stickmen. Fast-paced arcade gameplay through dozens of bespoke levels. The stickman world needs your help - or at least for you not to die too quickly.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 45% ★, Shooter 11.4%, Arcade 8.9%, Action-Adventure 8.4%, Third Person 7.8%
- #37 Trow's Space
76% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: TBM SP
Windows
Immerse yourself in a 2D pixel style game where you control a spaceship against enemy motherships. Your mission: destroy their towers with accurate shots. Face constant attacks and dodge asteroids, satellites and black holes. Beat levels to face more challenging enemies.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 27.9% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Bullet Hell 12.5%, 1980s 10.3%, Shooter 8.9%
- #38 Fallback!
73% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Go Around Games
Windows
2.5D sidescroller where you control a helicopter in the style of old school hits. Build up your defences by completing missions before facing the final showdown. How long will you hold out?
Why similar: Hero Shooter 32.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Bullet Hell 14.5%, 2.5D 13.4%, Shooter 7.8%
- #39 Self gunsbase 2D History Shooter
74% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Abn Studio Inc.
Windows
Solve the terrible mystery of the anomalous forest.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 28.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, 1980s 12.7%, Shooter 12%, 1990's 10%
- #40 NANOFORCE tactical surgeon fighter
73% matchPositive86% of 22 reviews2023
Dev: Alec's factory
Windows
Climb into the cockpit of an overpowered micro unit and fight against an invisible enemy that threatens the Human race. Progress through numerous enemy waves and bosses across more than 7 levels filled with action, secrets, and more !
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Bullet Hell 24.9%, Shooter 14.5%, 1990's 10%, Arcade 7%
- #41 GRADIUS ORIGINS
70% matchVery Positive93% of 269 reviews2025
Dev: KONAMI
Windows
Salamander III is the newest addition to the Gradius series, a legendary pioneer in the side-scrolling shooter genre, and comes with the original arcade versions of the previous games.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20%, 1980s 17.3%, Arcade 17.1%, Shooter 15.7%, 1990's 12.8%
- #42 BATSUGUN Saturn Tribute Boosted
72% matchPositive94% of 48 reviews2023
Dev: CITY CONNECTION
Windows
A PIONEER OF THE BULLET HELL GENRE BY TOAPLAN IS BACK!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, 1990's 12.8%, Shooter 12.5%, 2D Platformer 11%
- #43 The Search
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Richard Junior Nathan ChinomonaPub: Universe 21
Windows
A post-apocalyptic sci-fi adventure where players harness magic and advanced weaponry to battle enemies in an open world. Engage in intense combat, explore desolate landscapes, and uncover hidden secrets while mastering both supernatural powers and tactical shooting.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 38.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Action-Adventure 11.7%, Third Person 7.8%, Action 7.6%
- #44 Restless Voronezh
72% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: SkitGames
Windows
Restless Voronezh - A game in the Top Down Shooter genre, where the player controls a hero and, using various available means, deals with his enemies in cramped rooms of a huge building, clearing floor after floor.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 45.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 26.7%, Shooter 16.4%, Action 9.5%, Singleplayer 1.6%
- #45 Cat Packs
74% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Flood City Games
Windows
Discover the source of the mechanized menace threatening civilization. High difficulty level (ex: Souls-Borne, Alt-F4). Devious bosses. Hybrid 2.5D action, physics puzzles, platformer, shooter (ex: Mega Man 11) grappler (ex: Unravel Two). Multiplayer (up-to-4) available.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 31.5% ★, 2.5D 18.1%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Action-Adventure 9.2%
- #46 Nukepath
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: TemptyOne
Windows
Nukepath is a post-apocaliptic action roguelike, where a survivor must get out of town before a nuclear bomb explodes everything.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Multiple Endings 12.2%, Roguelike 11.7%, Action-Adventure 10.8%
- #47 RYZY NYIL
70% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2025
Dev: SB_Games_Public
Windows
Vertical-scrolling 2D shooting game with three types of weapons
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Bullet Hell 16.8%, Shooter 15.5%, Arcade 13.8%, 2D Platformer 12.8%
- #48 AWA 2024
71% matchPositive86% of 14 reviews2023
Dev: OMNIDREAM CREATIONS
Windows
AWA 2024 is a fast paced shoot-em-up featuring modern military aircraft. Choose one of the ten fighter aircraft and take the battle to the skies throughout nine action-packed stages each with their own special end-level boss.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.4%, Bullet Hell 16%, 1980s 13.7%, Arcade 11.4%, Shooter 10.4%
- #49 Last Soul
70% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wulum Ltd.
Windows · Mac
Shoot them all, jump, climb, use jetpack, shields, and platforms, slow time, and discover secrets on this hectic Sci-Fi adventure where you become the last hope of mankind in the shape of an awesome robot.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 27.6% ★, 1980s 13.6%, Shooter 11.4%, 1990's 10.9%, Arcade 10%
- #50 RESHOOTER
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: spieleschreiber
Windows
RESHOOTER offers heart-pounding shoot-em-up action that elevates classic arcade gameplay to the next level. Dive into the retroflow with electrifying visuals, immersive audio, and captivating mechanics.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.6%, 2.5D 21.1%, Bullet Hell 13.1%, Arcade 10.5%, Shooter 9.3%
- #51 District Panic
68% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2024
Dev: Asfar GAMES
Windows · Linux
an action-packed arcade shooter that takes you deep into the heart of a computer under siege.You're the system's last line of defense.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 31.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Roguelike 12.6%, Shooter 10.4%
- #52 Alien Strike: Blasting the Intruders
66% matchVery Positive96% of 136 reviews2026
Dev: Combo Game StudioPub: Nuntius Games
Windows
Slide, jump and shoot in 8 directions in this explosive Run 'n Gun for up to 3 players! Swap weapons in real time, activate insane specials and take on alien bosses in an action-packed invasion of retro mayhem!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 27.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, 1980s 12.2%, Bullet Hell 11.3%, 1990's 9.3%
- #53 Astranded
68% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: Tim S.Pub: BAMBOOZLED LABS
Windows
Shot down and stranded, Skywalker and his drone Wolly must fight to survive on a hostile alien world. Scavenge, craft, and defend against relentless robotic sentinels while uncovering the secrets of the Astra Portal and the mysterious force that brought them down.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 32.4% ★, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Shooter 12.9%, Action-Adventure 12%, Action 7.5%
- #54 Apano SYN Fighter
68% matchNo user reviews
Dev: ASIN Games
Windows
Is there a gamepad lying around somewhere?!! Ready to play some real shooter games again? Grab the controller and become an APANO SYN PILOT to face the alien invasion. Connect up to four controllers and shoot until you drop. 100% survival chance on "Easy", low on "Impossible".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, 1980s 15.3%, Shooter 14%, 1990's 12.2%, Arcade 11.5%
- #55 Gunvein
67% matchVery Positive97% of 215 reviews2022
Dev: NGDEV
Windows
Gunvein is a dynamic, aggression-based bullet hell shoot em up where you use lock on lasers, charged weapons, bombs & hypers to overwhelm the enemies before they overwhelm you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 36.3%, Bullet Hell 26.6%, Arcade 12.4%, Shooter 9.5%, Sci-fi 7.4%
- #56 Captain Star
69% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: KIDA STUDIOS
Windows
Pilot a high-tech UFO in Captain Star: thrilling space action! Dodge hostile aliens, collect glowing stars, unlock new stages and conquer the galaxy!
Why similar: Hero Shooter 32.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, 2.5D 15.2%, Shooter 9.1%, Action-Adventure 7.6%
- #57 The Battle of Aurinoxia
66% matchPositive71% of 14 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: Bullet Hell 27.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.8%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 11%, 1990's 8.8%
- #58 Return Ace
69% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2022
Dev: NEROTA
Windows
Be shot and shoot back! Rule reversal type Shmup "Return Ace"What you have been given is the power to take advantage of the oncoming malice and return it.Please enjoy the unique sense of incompatibility, tension, and striking that the experience of bullet energy weaves.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.2%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, 1980s 16.3%, Shooter 13.3%, Arcade 10.2%
- #59 Resurrection Core
67% 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 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, 2.5D 15.5%, Shooter 13.5%, Arcade 10.5%
- #60 Heavy Metal Titans
66% match9 user reviews78% of 9 reviews2023
Dev: Squashed Bug Games, LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Heavy Metal Titans is a modern-retro Run n’ Gun Shoot ‘em up that takes players on a blood-soaked time traveling quest to defeat General Glen Planamento and retrieve the stolen time crystal, a powerful relic that can manipulate time and reality.
Why similar: Hero Shooter 29.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15%, 1980s 10.3%, Shooter 9.4%, Action-Adventure 8.9%