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  1. #1 Sphere Fight
    97% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
    Dev: Markus Karl Stöcker
    Windows · Linux

    Fast arcade survival with short 3–5 minute runs. Grow from an insignificant being into a god of the arena. Fight endless waves, upgrade your abilities, and chase higher and higher scores.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 25.7%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Score Attack 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Arcade 8.7%

  2. #2 Vectro Blast
    96% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2020
    Dev: Sagittaras Games
    Windows

    Jump into endless fights in this arcade game. You have just one job: Survive as long as you can and beat your score over and over. The enemies are stronger with each wave so your journey to great score would not be easy.

    Why similar: Score Attack 23.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Arena Shooter 15%, Arcade 12.6%, Bullet Hell 10.7%

  3. #3 Exphelius: Arena
    96% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
    Dev: Pharazen Studios
    Windows · Mac

    Prove yourself and earn your wings in the Exphelius Championships - a reckless bloodsport of vehicular mayhem across the galaxy Exphelius. Win matches across multiple game modes to earn cash and new parts, upgrade your ships or buy new ones, and claim your way to the top.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 28.2%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Top-Down Shooter 8.9%, Arcade 8.8%

  4. #4 Warcat Parade
    95% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
    Dev: Hefka Games
    Windows · Linux

    Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 28%, Score Attack 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 20%, Arcade 9%, Pixel Graphics 7.9%

  5. #5 BLASTER MAYHEM
    94% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Stormduck
    Windows

    Weave and cleave your way through walls of bullet and push your score to unknown limits in this aggressive Shoot'em'up to save humanity from its own hubris

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 25.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.3%, Score Attack 22.2%, Arcade 10.9%, Pixel Graphics 6.5%

  6. #6 Neon Fighter
    94% matchPositive95% of 20 reviews2022
    Dev: kurigamedev
    Windows

    Neon Fighter is a tiny arcade game packed with lasers and explosions, in which every few seconds you are forced to switch weapons automatically, making you have to adapt quickly to the new situation and re-evaluate your perspective.

    Why similar: Score Attack 21.4%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 10%

  7. #7 ULTRABUGS
    93% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vlambeer
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Vlambeer's ULTRABUGS is a fast-paced high-score game in which you fight endless space bugs that split up into MORE space bugs as you fight and defeat them.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 23%, Bullet Hell 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Score Attack 13.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 9.4%

  8. #8 Orchid Glitter
    92% 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: Bullet Hell 25.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Score Attack 16.7%, Top-Down Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 7.1%

  9. #9 Sektori
    91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 704 reviews2025
    Dev: Kimmo LahtinenPub: Kimmo Factor Oy
    Windows
    Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 9.9 hrs≥1hr: 73%

    Sektori is an intense, fast paced twin-stick shooter infused with hard hitting techno music. A game where the high-adrenaline gameplay, visuals, and music come together to transport you into another state of consciousness.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 8.9%

  10. #10 SpinWave Survivors
    91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
    Dev: Pir8Pete
    Windows

    Spinwave Survivors is a fast-paced survival shooter with roguelike elements. Scoot, shoot and boost your way through hordes of drones as you upgrade your weapons and unlock new abilities, all while attempting to survive the chaos.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.5%, Score Attack 18.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Arena Shooter 15.9%, Arcade 9.8%

  11. #11 Solaroids
    90% matchVery Positive96% of 50 reviews2017
    Dev: Chad YatesPub: DynF/X Digital LLC
    Windows · Mac · Linux
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 79%

    Classic Asteroids® updated with modern gameplay and perfected controls. Explore hazardous environments and sneak around asteroids to surprise attack giant bosses. Upgrade your ship to use additional power-ups. Single player or fight with up to 3 friends with intense local coop.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.8%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.9%, Score Attack 13.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 9.6%

  12. #12 Elevated
    89% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2021
    Dev: Jake Rovere
    Windows

    Jump into Elevated, an action arcade shooter where you must battle to survive against constant, ever growing waves of robotic enemies. Unlock new weapons, face harder opponents, and smash your friends high scores on the online leaderboards!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 28.5%, Score Attack 20.3%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.5%, Arcade 9.8%

  13. #13 Space Smash
    89% matchVery Positive89% of 53 reviews2019
    Dev: Rising Moon Games
    Windows · Linux

    A retro-style, fast-paced, and addictive shoot 'em up. A throwback to the classic arcade games of the 80s. Great for playing while waiting in line for another game. 🎮 (shmup)

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.6%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.6%, Score Attack 14.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 10%

  14. #14 Void Gore
    87% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
    Windows

    Void Gore casts you as an ace pilot descending through the levels of hell and getting rich in the process.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.5%, Score Attack 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.9%, Arcade 9.7%, Pixel Graphics 5.3%

  15. #15 Stray Shot
    86% matchPositive100% of 43 reviews2024
    Dev: PUNKCAKE Délicieux
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Monsters come from missed shots! Learn the monster's behaviours, shoot wisely and balance the difficulty to maximize scoring!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.7%, Score Attack 18.3%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 9.5%

  16. #16 Roley's Arcade Collection
    88% matchNo user reviews2022
    Dev: Roley Games
    Windows

    Get 10 arcade games in 1 with Roley’s Arcade Collection. A reimagining of classic arcade games with a fresh new look.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 26.2%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Score Attack 20%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Arcade 8.5%

  17. #17 Endless Is Near
    86% matchNo user reviews2025
    Dev: Pachi-Soft
    Windows

    How deep can you dive into an abyss that is Endless?

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 34.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.6%, Score Attack 25.1%, Arcade 7.7%, Action 4.2%

  18. #18 Cyberpulse
    84% matchPositive100% of 31 reviews2024
    Dev: Scherzo GamesPub: Digital Tribe
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Slam your way through waves of viruses and hurl your friends through cyberspace in this flashy arcade thrower that combines classic twin-stick action with inventive physics for an electrifying adventure.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 23.2%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Score Attack 14.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 11.3%

  19. #19 ASSAULT SHELL 2
    84% match3 user reviews33% of 3 reviews2025
    Dev: Team Overloaded
    Windows

    A high-risk, high reward shoot em up as you power yourself and your enemies up to bring utter chaos to the battlefield!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 30.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Score Attack 23%, Arcade 10%, Pixel Graphics 4.5%

  20. #20 Overrun
    85% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2020
    Dev: Total Involve
    Windows

    Fight through immense waves of enemies and test yourself in this difficult, top-down shooter. Swap between short and long-range weapons to tackle any situation. Unlock and upgrade dozens of weapon combinations to customize your loadout. How long can you survive before you get OVERRUN!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 21.4%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Score Attack 14.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 7.5%

  21. #21 Kinetic Storm
    82% matchMixed65% of 31 reviews2025
    Dev: Broken Teapot Studios Inc.
    Windows

    Annihilate endless swarms of enemies with devastating weaponry, survive this Kinetic Storm by unlocking powerful skills and upgrades. This sci-fi action roguelike will test your skills like no other, with responsive twin-stick controls and unique enemy design.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 27.6%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Score Attack 20.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 8.1%

  22. #22 Chippy
    83% matchVery Positive91% of 1,169 reviews2019
    Dev: Facepunch Studios
    Windows
    Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 68%

    Chip destructible bosses apart pixel-by-pixel in this twin-stick bullet-hell shooter.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 20.6%, Bullet Hell 17.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Score Attack 13.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 9.8%

  23. #23 Cycle 28
    82% matchVery Positive81% of 59 reviews2018
    Dev: Pill Bug Interactive
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Cycle 28 is a classic arcade space combat game where you have six minutes to beat your high-score. Simple controls, powerful upgrades, and intense dogfights. Perfect for when you just need to switch off and shoot something. See you on the scoreboard!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Score Attack 14%, Arena Shooter 12.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 11.1%

  24. #24 Last Meow Standing
    81% 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: Arena Shooter 29.5%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Arcade 9.4%, Top-Down Shooter 9.2%

  25. #25 CRATES N' MOHAWKS
    81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: hslentz
    Windows · Linux

    CRATES N' MOHAWKS is a chaotic arena shooter where every crate swaps your weapon. Grab crates, adapt to constantly changing guns, dodge swarms of enemies, and survive as long as possible while pushing your score higher.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 28.8%, Score Attack 17.1%, Bullet Hell 13.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 9.7%

  26. #26 Big Trouble in Little Chimney
    79% matchPositive88% of 17 reviews2024
    Dev: FobTi interactive
    Windows

    Krampus is Coming! Grab your Shotgun, finish your hot punch and don't forget your mission: Save the Christmas! Big Trouble in Little Chimney is highly-addictive and fast paced arena bullet-hell shooter.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.3%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Score Attack 13.1%, Hack and Slash 10.5%, Twin Stick Shooter 10%

  27. #27 HYPER METEOR
    79% matchPositive100% of 16 reviews2023
    Dev: Vertex Pop
    Windows · Mac

    YOU ARE LOST IN SPACE! ALL WEAPONS ARE DOWN! Survive by ramming your ship into meteors and hostile forces.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.4%, Score Attack 19.7%, Arena Shooter 19.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Arcade 8.1%

  28. #28 High Score
    80% matchNo user reviews2024
    Dev: NaKoGames
    Windows

    High Score is a top-down arena shooter where you face off against relentless waves of numerical enemies. Rack up points and earn medals to unlock a variety of unique classes and powerful items. Dive into the action, enhance your arsenal, and aim for the highest score!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 28.7%, Bullet Hell 22.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Top-Down Shooter 8.7%, Hack and Slash 6.2%

  29. #29 WOWOWOW KORONE BOX
    77% matchVery Positive92% of 744 reviews2024
    Dev: tian nyaPub: holo Indie
    Windows
    Median: 36 minMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 36%

    A hololive fangame featuring Inugami Korone of hololive GAMERS! Collect as many Korone Boxes as possible while contending with an endless onslaught of enemies and bosses using whatever weapons you happen to pick up!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Twin Stick Shooter 13.2%, Top-Down Shooter 9%, Score Attack 8.7%

  30. #30 Dextram
    78% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2021
    Dev: Lingon Studios
    Windows

    This arcade shoot 'em up has no shooting and you can only turn right. Avoid waves of enemies and get points as they crash into each other. Pick up power-ups, such as a large laser or a force field to destroy the enemies. Die, get a score and repeat to get a higher score the next run.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 25.7%, Score Attack 21.8%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17%, Arcade 8.8%

  31. #31 Senli 307
    78% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2022
    Dev: Tamazusa
    Windows

    Senli 307 is a top-down shooter where you can turn, accelerate, and decelerate using only WASD (or arrow keys), and repeatedly search for and destroy enemies.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 24.7%, Bullet Hell 20.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Score Attack 16.4%, Top-Down Shooter 8.9%

  32. #32 Shotgun Witch
    76% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,093 reviews2020
    Dev: Asephy
    Windows

    Only armed with a double barrel shotgun, go through waves of hell spawns to get your book back! A bullet hell arena shooter!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 29.8%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Top-Down Shooter 9.5%, Score Attack 7.5%

  33. #33 Ghost Grab 3000
    77% matchVery Positive98% of 50 reviews2019
    Dev: Matt Glanville
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Introducing the Grapple Beam! Chain ghosts together then pop them all at once for points in an endless 'bullet hell' arcade apocalypse.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.4%, Score Attack 21.5%, Bullet Hell 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Arcade 10.2%

  34. #34 Trash Pit
    76% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
    Dev: Francis Vace
    Windows

    A frantic twin stick shooter where you and your enemies are only ever one hit from death. Mow down relentless waves of robots, collect upgrades and claw your way to the highest score you can.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 37%, Bullet Hell 25.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 7.2%, Pixel Graphics 7.1%

  35. #35 ULTRA CORE DIVE
    74% matchPositive100% of 11 reviews2025
    Dev: AslaekrPub: Tuupa Records Ltd.
    Windows

    SHOOT AND DODGE your way through the underground arenas in this Dark Chaotic Arcade Twinstick Shooter! Don't get consumed by the noise!

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.6%, Bullet Hell 23.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 14.7%, Arcade 14%, Score Attack 13.6%

  36. #36 MewMew - PewPew
    75% matchPositive91% of 47 reviews2022
    Dev: Gäng Gäng StudiosPub: Ahlman Games
    Windows

    Dinosaurs have invaded MewMew’s home and now it's time for him to pick up his trusty old meteor gun and send them right back to extinction. Keep your combo as high as possible and get stronger with items and powerups as you try to gain highscores in this chaotic 2D horde shooter.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 29.7%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Arcade 12.5%, Score Attack 8.9%

  37. #37 HYPER DETONATOR
    75% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Vertex Pop
    Windows · Mac

    HYPER DETONATOR is a chain-reaction bullet hell shooter set in cyberspace. Blast through the virus spreading across the mainframe, and detonate bombs to set off devastating chain reactions. How long will you survive?

    Why similar: Score Attack 24.5%, Bullet Hell 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 16%, Arcade 9.7%

  38. #38 Impact Trial: First Encounter
    73% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
    Dev: Manuel Bacallado
    Windows

    Impact Trial: First Encounter is a exciting mix of bullet hell and narrative adventure in a retro sci-fi world. Face waves of enemies, make story-affecting decisions, challenge yourself with various difficulty levels... and more secrets. ¡Your story, Your choices!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 27.1%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Score Attack 9.1%, Arcade 8.1%

  39. #39 Orbital Overdrive
    71% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2026
    Dev: Horsefly GamesPub: Coyote Time Publishing
    Windows

    A roguelite twin-stick arena shooter where your score IS your currency. Blast through enemy waves, then spend your hard-earned points on weapons and upgrades, or bank them as XP to power up permanently. Hundreds of builds. One more run.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 25.1%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Score Attack 14.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 10.8%

  40. #40 Always Surrender
    72% 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: Bullet Hell 23.9%, Score Attack 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Top-Down Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8.6%

  41. #41 Bacon Rebellion
    73% matchPositive87% of 31 reviews2021
    Dev: Nauris Amatnieks
    Windows

    Do you ever want to just relax and slaughter something? Well, lucky for you, the pigs have gone mad! They are destroying everything! So grab your trusty double-barreled friend and put an end to this Bacon Rebellion!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 27.7%, Score Attack 19.9%, Bullet Hell 18.7%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.1%, Arcade 8.1%

  42. #42 Viscera
    72% matchMostly Negative33% of 18 reviews2024
    Dev: Animation Logic
    Windows

    Viscera is an arcade-inspired, gleefully excessive top-down shooter. Fight through the muck and gore against the mutant menace. Master over 50 weapons and more than 80 abilities. Prove you’re the best at withstanding the horde until the end takes you. Viscera awaits. Soak in it.

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21%, Arena Shooter 17.8%, Score Attack 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 11.6%, Arcade 10%

  43. #43 Let it ride!
    71% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2026
    Dev: Retro DecadancePub: Radio Decadance
    Windows

    SkiFree meets Survivors! Shred down a procedural mountain, blasting monsters to hard-rock Christmas tunes. Dodge trees, jump enemies, and yes—you can run over squirrels. Fast-paced winter chaos for any season!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 25.8%, Bullet Hell 23.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Arcade 10.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 7%

  44. #44 SPACE BLASTER 8 BIT
    74% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2018
    Dev: Dead Crow
    Windows

    They have briefly left by your ship in an asteroid Hagel theirs. Now you have landed to hostile area. Now you must only survive.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 26.3%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.2%, Score Attack 12.7%, Arcade 8.1%

  45. #45 Marimoth
    73% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2021
    Dev: Nether Lamp
    Windows

    Marimoth is a short shoot 'em up that puts in control of a moth whose shots bounce off the walls. Calculate your aim, evade enemy attacks by learning their patterns and collect coins to power up.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.9%, Bullet Hell 21.8%, Score Attack 18%, Arcade 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 9.1%

  46. #46 X Invader: Prologue
    70% matchVery Positive87% of 769 reviews2023
    Dev: ALLAF GAMES
    Windows

    Free version of X Invader, an Action Rogue-lite game. Become a master hacker 'X' and hack into the digital world. Use a variety of weapons and hacking add-ons to create your own combat build and wipe out disturbing enemies. Please enjoy the hack and slash action!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 23.8%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.8%, Hack and Slash 13%, Twin Stick Shooter 10.3%

  47. #47 Spelp
    71% matchVery Positive90% of 58 reviews2023
    Dev: Yawee
    Windows · Linux

    The SPELP program needs YOU to annihilate thousands of aliens with a variety of weapons, members and unique capacities. Unlock characters and make up your own team to fit your playstyle.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 31.4%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, Score Attack 12.9%, Top-Down Shooter 10%, Arcade 9.9%

  48. #48 Samurai Survivors
    70% matchPositive89% of 47 reviews2023
    Dev: NightByte Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Slash through hordes of enemies and become the ultimate swordmaster! In this action rogue-lite, choose from variety of weapons and upgrades to create game-breaking synergies. Survive against unique types of enemies as you get older and suffer from the curse of undying

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 26.8%, Bullet Hell 22.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.8%, Hack and Slash 14.1%, Top-Down Shooter 7.6%

  49. #49 Undercroft Warriors
    69% matchMostly Positive79% of 459 reviews2024
    Dev: Fuzzy
    Windows

    Crush the forces of hell and get a high score in this addictive, action-packed, arcade-inspired twin-stick shooter!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 21.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.3%, Score Attack 14.2%, Twin Stick Shooter 12.7%, Top-Down Shooter 9.5%

  50. #50 Void Resurgence
    68% matchVery Positive95% of 62 reviews2025
    Dev: Puza Games
    Windows · Mac

    Command a starship in Void Resurgence, a retro-futuristic space roguelite. Battle through colorful cosmic fields, collect upgrades, and build your ultimate ship. Dodge intense bullet-hell patterns and fight for survival. Every run offers new challenges and permanent progress.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 22.3%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Score Attack 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Top-Down Shooter 8.7%

  51. #51 Batsugun
    69% matchVery Positive97% of 105 reviews2024
    Dev: Bitwave GamesPub: Clear River Games
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Experience the epic conclusion of Toaplan's legendary shooter series with Batsugun including the lauded Special version! Choose your favorite character and spaceship in this thrilling genre-defining bullet-hell action. Now on PC with modern enhancements!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Score Attack 15.5%, Arcade 13.4%, Pixel Graphics 5.4%

  52. #52 Blast Rush LS
    68% matchPositive100% of 14 reviews2025
    Dev: Bipedal DogPub: indie.io
    Windows

    Ever played a difficult shmup wishing for just one more bomb? Blast to your heart’s content in Blast Rush LS, a fresh explosive experience with infinite bombs, other powerful abilities, and extra challenges that demand more than just big booms. Escaping an exploding mothership isn't easy, after all!

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.7%, Score Attack 21.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 7.7%

  53. #53 ROIDERS
    69% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2024
    Dev: Melonic Games
    Windows · Linux

    Become an asteroid miner and loot your way to supremacy! Fight waves of vicious aliens or battle against your friends.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 19.6%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Score Attack 19%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Top-Down Shooter 8.7%

  54. #54 Waves 2: Notorious
    70% matchVery Positive93% of 322 reviews2015
    Dev: Squid In A Box Ltd
    Windows · Linux
    Median: 30 minMean: 20.3 hrs≥1hr: 40%

    Waves 2: Notorious is an arcade twin-stick shooter set in Cyberspace. Build Combos, earn Adrenaline and unleash powerful Burst attacks as you Dive into the Net and do battle against an AI that adapts to your weaknesses!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 23.2%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Score Attack 11.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 9.8%

  55. #55 Geometry Arena
    67% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,401 reviews2021
    Dev: 011 Games
    Windows · Mac
    Median: 5.0 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%

    A free-form arena-shooter Roguelite with heavy emphasis on building an overpowered character! You play as a little shape that shoots other shapes! Strengthen your character by mixing and matching mods and upgrades, and experiment with a limitless rune upgrade system!

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 28%, Bullet Hell 19.1%, Score Attack 17.1%, Hack and Slash 15.2%, Top-Down Shooter 8.5%

  56. #56 Monday Meltdown
    66% matchVery Positive95% of 109 reviews2026
    Dev: NF MynsterPub: Footstomp Studios
    Windows · Mac · Linux

    Fast. Bloody. 8-Player Mayhem. Dominate. Taunt. Repeat. Free. No strings attached. Ever.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 27.7%, Bullet Hell 20.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 10.7%, Top-Down Shooter 8.4%

  57. #57 Blastermancer
    66% matchPositive100% of 15 reviews2026
    Dev: NeoGeeJoe
    Windows

    Blastermancer is a crunchy, lo-fi platform arena shooter where you are tasked with obliterating space demons. As you progress you will gain so many upgrades the game will descend into a cacophonous ballet of lasers and pixel dust.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 28.2%, Bullet Hell 23.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 18%, Score Attack 11%, Arcade 8%

  58. #58 Bodacious Blasteroids
    68% matchNo user reviews
    Dev: Mister Mippy
    Windows

    Bodacious Blasteroids is a fast paced arcade shooter where firepower is everything. Build a rotating arsenal of devastating weapons and obliterate waves of evolving enemies. Upgrade your weapons into screen-clearing powerhouses and form unique combinations of weapons to score the most points.

    Why similar: Arena Shooter 36.1%, Bullet Hell 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Arcade 10.2%, Action 3.9%

  59. #59 Ardein.Fall
    67% matchPositive83% of 23 reviews2021
    Dev: Alex Grade
    Windows

    Welcome Pilot to the Ardein Initiative. We are leaving Earth, and we need you to protect us. Face new challenges and new rivals EVERY DAY. Can you plan your defense to ever changing war? Can you save humanity?

    Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.5%, Score Attack 17.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Arena Shooter 11.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 10.7%

  60. #60 Crystal Breaker
    65% matchPositive84% of 32 reviews2024
    Dev: TERARIN GAMES
    Windows

    Shoot the enemy at close range! Crystal Breaker is a vertically scrolling shmup that focuses on close range attack.

    Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.5%, Score Attack 22.8%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Arcade 14.6%, Pixel Graphics 8.5%

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