60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Shoot 'Em Up, 2D, Side Scroller, Arcade.
A sentient AI in 2084 faces a hacking adventure to survive. Play as Viravius and tackle 60 incredible levels to guide him towards his destiny that will change forever the world. 16 Different Player Armor, 5 Unique boss fight, Co-Op Campaign.
A tiny 2D Hand-drawn "Clean 'Em Up" game about a tadpole cleaning rivers and fighting pollution.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Hand-drawn 12.7%, PvE 11.8%, Arcade 9.3%
Side scrolling shooter in which you lead a desperate preemptive strike to save your homeland from annihilation.
Why similar: Alternate History 30.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Side Scroller 29.8%, 2D 5.8%, Casual 3.6%
Free the galaxy by destroying the EVA program and its artificial planet HELOS. In this 2D shoot'em up, take control of one of the three ships of your choice and go to the different planets to eliminate each threat. 1 or 2 Player coop.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.9%, Side Scroller 22.5%, Arcade 14.1%, Hand-drawn 11.4%, Linear 7.4%
Starxia is an old-fashioned side-scrolling space shooter. Step into the role of a Pilot and use your ship to eliminate hordes of fierce enemies. A compelling story and many interesting characters await you in this adventure. Take over the controls and fly into the vacuum of space. Let the hunt begin
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Side Scroller 31.3%, Arcade 13.9%, Linear 10.5%, Sci-fi 5.8%
Avoid bullets and eliminate enemies to earn points.Take on challenging enemies and bosses across multiple stages, each with its unique design and challenges. Use your skills to stay ahead of the enemy and emerge victorious.Help the CDF stop the separatist uprising and restore peace.
Why similar: Alternate History 25.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Side Scroller 21.9%, PvE 14.7%, Linear 9.4%
Take flight in your Grand Gyro and shoot down every robot in your path to save the Powerful Monkey Council!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.1%, Side Scroller 27.4%, PvE 15.6%, Arcade 9.6%, Linear 7.1%
"Warrior of Democracy" is an incredible 2D shoot 'em up arcade where you, like a true hero, control a helicopter, battling endless waves of enemy fighters on your path to victory!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, PvE 19.6%, Arcade 12.6%, Top-Down 10.3%, Linear 9.3%
Thunder Tiger is a fast-paced side-scrolling shoot ’em up, blending 1980s arcade style with futuristic flair. Blast enemies, grab power-ups, and chase high scores in intense 2D stages. Classic retro vibe meets modern gameplay!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, Side Scroller 28.4%, Arcade 14.4%, Sci-fi 8.2%, 2D 6%
Facing annihilation, a plucky crew of space salvagers fight dirty using the best tool in their belt - the salvage claw. Grab and toss enemies, deflect attacks, and reshape the battlefield with explosive chain reactions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.9%, Side Scroller 29.2%, PvE 17.7%, Arcade 12%, Sci-fi 4.8%
In the year 2,000,000,009, a team of bounty hunters infiltrates a massive facility swarming with hostile AI. Can they find Zurd?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Side Scroller 24.8%, Arcade 14.4%, Linear 11.8%, Sci-fi 6%
Xenotype is a side-scrolling space shooter with fully integrated Co-op gameplay. Take control of humanity's biggest scientific achievement as you fight back against a deadly alien invasion. Explore an expansive action/adventure campaign alone, OR recruit a friend and dominate together!
Why similar: Alternate History 24.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.6%, Side Scroller 20.3%, PvE 13.7%, Arcade 10%
"Don't go to GALXAGAR"; a phrase uttered by many who have traversed its rim. Untold treasures, and terrors, await within its blackened depths. Ready your craft, spacefarer, because you're about to enter the most dangerous sector in all the stars. Get ready.. for GALXAGAR!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.1%, PvE 18.7%, Arcade 13.4%, Top-Down 13%, Linear 11.1%
Defend Earth against alien asteroid attacks in this arcade roguelite retro shooter and experience the evolution of the genre in a gripping visual and auditory adventure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.4%, Side Scroller 21%, PvE 14%, Arcade 10%, Linear 9.6%
Stellar Raid is a side-scrolling run and gun game inspired by the greatest classic games of the genre! With a variety of weapon upgrades at your disposal (including a support drone) you’ll charge through hordes of enemy mercenaries to take down one of the Universe’s most notorious space terrorists!
Why similar: Side Scroller 37.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 36.6%, Arcade 16.1%, 2D 6.6%, Casual 3.4%
An unknown force from a parallel reality trapped Earth’s energy in three runes. The best resistance fighters have been sent on a critical mission to destroy the runes and seal the dimensional rift.
Why similar: Side Scroller 29.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Arcade 17%, PvE 6.7%, Linear 6.1%
The pack of Arcades in The Last Shot Universe
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Side Scroller 32.4%, Arcade 13.4%, Hand-drawn 9.5%, 2D 5.5%
The Rush is a horizontally scrolling shoot 'em up with graphics inspired by classic space shooters of the MSX. Buckle up and see if you have what it takes to master the highly adaptive Chameleon Quartz space fighter and single-handedly obliterate the alien invaders!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Side Scroller 28.4%, Arcade 13.5%, Linear 11.9%, Sci-fi 6.4%
Back To School is a fast-paced cartoon game where you tap to chase a runaway bus. Compete for the best time in this fun adventure!
Why similar: Side Scroller 38.6%, Arcade 22.6%, Linear 18.1%, Casual 12.4%, 2D 8.4%
Old school side scrolling shoot'em up. Blast through exciting different locations. Defeating waves of defenders until the final boss battle. Attack of the Mechadonk is a indie game developed for fun and learning for the creator.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.4%, Side Scroller 23.8%, Arcade 16.9%, Casual 8.5%, Linear 8.3%
Sagittarius is a classic side scrolling space shoot'em up in a modern take. In this epic space game it's up to you to save our solar system from destruction. Fly alone or with a friend in a local multiplayer co-op game.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.4%, Side Scroller 25.1%, Top-Down 12.9%, PvE 11.9%, Sci-fi 9.4%
Frenetic 2D action in the style of Space Invaders! Customize your spaceship, face hordes of enemies, and challenge yourself in multiple modes, including Campaign, Arcade, Invasion, and Survival. Upgrade your ship, collect power-ups, and face unique challenges in every battle.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32%, Arcade 16.1%, Top-Down 14.6%, PvE 11.3%, Sci-fi 8.7%
Line Change - A 2D pixel side-view game where you draw lines that become bridges from one point to another, allowing three creations to make their way to the finish.
Why similar: Side Scroller 44.1%, Arcade 20.5%, Linear 18.4%, Casual 8.5%, 2D 8.4%
Break through ceilings, rescue princesses and escape boiling lava as you slash your way to the top of the Knightmare Tower!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.3%, Side Scroller 22.3%, PvE 14.7%, Arcade 10.8%, Linear 10.4%
In the far reaches of space, an odyssey begins. Explore hostile biomes, face powerful enemies, and gather vital resources in a retro shoot ’em up. Reset to evolve and grow stronger. The odyssey of Pegasis is endless, how far will you go?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Arcade 16.9%, Automation 15.7%, Top-Down 10.8%, PvE 8.2%
Speyarranoth is a classic sci-fi space asteroid shooter in 3D. You control the game using WASD and shoot with the space key. It's wonderful to just blast full speed through the asteroid fields lasers ablaze and enjoy the explosive light show.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.9%, Side Scroller 29.5%, Arcade 14.8%, Sci-fi 10%, Casual 5.3%
Crossing Frontier is a side-scroll action game with brawling elements, , featuring multiplayer PVP content and the thrilling combat! Bring your A-Game and join the fight!
Why similar: Alternate History 21.2%, Side Scroller 19.1%, PvE 15.1%, Arcade 12%, Top-Down 11.3%
Mud River is a horizontal 2D Shoot‘em Up game. The Rio Doce (Sweet River) was a paradise for mankind and animals, but now it has become a territory destroyed by the unscrupulous activities of Dr. Wellin. This is Pacal's first destination, ascending the Rio Doce preventing its complete destruction.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 29.8%, Side Scroller 24.4%, Arcade 15.1%, Hand-drawn 12%, Casual 5.6%
Draw a ship, Fly it. Get creative.
Why similar: Alternate History 24.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 24.9%, Side Scroller 23.6%, Arcade 10.1%, Hand-drawn 7.8%
In this sideways scrolling shmup, take control of your spaceship and navigate through vibrant pixelated environments filled with hordes of enemy spacecraft. Upgrade your ship and weapons, dodge enemy fire while blasting through each stage. Emerge victorious as the ultimate space pilot!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31.6%, Side Scroller 29.3%, Arcade 13.9%, Linear 12.1%, Sci-fi 6.6%
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 43.4%, Side Scroller 33.4%, Arcade 16.9%, Sci-fi 6.4%
You are valiant space hero who is not as fortunate as those in the golden age of scrolling shooters who had infinite ammo. Instead you must absorb your enemies' weapons and retaliate!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.5%, Side Scroller 19.5%, Arcade 14.8%, Top-Down 11%, Linear 8.9%
Awaken as the Nav Shard—one of five A.I. fragments aboard a mysterious fighter-jet. Battle through branching stages in a neon-infused vertical shmup. Combine elemental powers, and fight your way to the Void. No retries. No rewinds. This is Exilus Viper.
Why similar: Alternate History 30.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.9%, Top-Down 13.2%, Arcade 13.1%, Sci-fi 6.4%
Gigabyte Dynamite is a retro-themed Shoot 'Em Up game - As an antivirus software, you fight your way through a virus-infected computer, with various nostalgic digital landscapes to conquer.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34.4%, Hacking 21.1% ★, Arcade 17.4%, Top-Down 11.9%, 2D 6.7%
A top-down, 2d space-shooter that pits the user against swarms of alien ships from other dimensions. Destroy all enemies and portals as fast as possible. Battle increasingly tougher enemies through 40 Campaign levels and Endless Mode!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.1%, PvE 20%, Arcade 13%, Top-Down 11%, Sci-fi 6.3%
First instalment in the series of 2D action side-scrollers, taking place in very distant galaxy and not so distant future. Gameplay main hallmarks are fast-paced laser guns shootouts, punch 'n' kick combats, managing obby-like obstacles, using wits in overcoming deadly traps and witty dialogues.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Side Scroller 24.4%, Arcade 18.2%, Sci-fi 8.3%, 2D 7%
Shoot lasers in space because a fish told you to. Ernesto's Asteroid Arcade is a twin-stick side-scrolling space shoot-em-up which tells the story of a man side-scrolling in space and shooting-em-up with twin-sticks. This game has at least 2 characters in it.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Side Scroller 23.9%, Arcade 18.3%, Linear 7.8%, Sci-fi 6%
You are the Rendering Ranger, a special forces soldier defending Earth from a devastating alien invasion through nine levels of action platforming as well as blisteringly fast horizontal shooter stages. Originally developed for Super Famicom by Manfred Trenz, creator of the Turrican series.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Side Scroller 30.3%, Arcade 13.3%, Sci-fi 6.8%, Linear 6.3%
Cosmic Paradox: Noire is a 2D top-down shoot ‘em up adventure set in a world of two overlapping dimensions. Witness the battle between the Vex Accord and the Oronix Empire, increase your odds of survival with the right upgrades and choose a ship that is best suited to your playstyle.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, PvE 17.9%, Arcade 12.8%, Top-Down 12.8%, Linear 10.3%
A paper airplane fights against Rock, Paper and Scissors. The ROCPAIN gameplay is inspired on the rock-paper-scissors hand game, and like the original hand game, each enemy only its destroyed with the right shot. A new way to play shooting games that will challenge your skills.
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 29.3%, Arcade 10.1%, Linear 9.3%, Hand-drawn 7.1%
This is a very challenging, old-school, retro, side-scrolling, sci-fi shooter, with modern twists. You must defend your base against the onslaught of approaching alien attackers. Utilize power-ups and protect your allies and resources. If you miss the arcade games of yesteryear, this is for you.
Why similar: Side Scroller 31.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Artificial Intelligence 17.2%, Arcade 15.4%, Sci-fi 5.5%
Enjoy a free shoot'em up side-scrolling mini-game with the characters from the anime and JRPG DanMachi, and fight through stages of bullet hell and bosses!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 31%, Side Scroller 27.5%, Arcade 11.8%, Top-Down 10.8%, Linear 9.9%
Kilemol is a top-down shooter where you'll have to destroy all spawn capsules and enemies using different weapons in a dynamic gameplay.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 47.7%, Top-Down 20%, PvE 13.5%, Sci-fi 11.2%, Futuristic 7.6%
Cube Gothic is a Story-driven Shoot 'em up Adventure. Shooting enemies and dodging projectiles while solving simple puzzles and trying to comprehend the surreal plot - these are the challenges you'll be facing in Cube Gothic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.2%, Side Scroller 23.3%, Arcade 14.4%, Hand-drawn 13%, Linear 10.2%
R-Type and R-Type II, the legendary coin-op space shooters, are now together on Steam!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 51.2%, Side Scroller 28%, Arcade 16.7%, 2D 4.1%
Devil Laugh - 2d platformer with puzzle elements. The player needs to move and jump on falling cubes to climb to inaccessible heights and enter the door to the next level.
Why similar: Side Scroller 43.7%, PvE 24.9%, Arcade 17.3%, Casual 7.1%, 2D 7%
A thrilling sci-fi cyberpunk shmup / shoot'em up with epic boss battles and a vast arsenal of futuristic weapons! Battle through the Ecumenopolis, restore the cosmic balance, and save the universe! Flow state gaming to unleash your inner hero! Feel your skills grow on your way to 1CC S+ tier rank!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Side Scroller 27.7%, Arcade 15.8%, Sci-fi 6.2%, Futuristic 6.1%
In this classic side-scrolling shoot-em-up, originally published in 1989 for the Atari Lynx handheld console, take on the role of a starship pilot trapped in a web of 51 interconnected hostile universes by the evil spider Zendocon.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35.4%, Side Scroller 32.5%, Arcade 13.9%, Sci-fi 7%, 2D 5.2%
Blast off for a retro shoot’em up experience filled with clever twists and secrets!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 39.4%, Side Scroller 38.4%, Arcade 15.8%, 2D 6.5%
Origami Flight is a sidescrolling 2D shoot' em up where you control a paper airplane with a simple but challenging mission: to save the Origami World. Now you must beat 6 different stages with tons of enemies in order to save the Tsuru from the evil Origami Fox.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 41.2%, Side Scroller 32.4%, Arcade 11.6%, Linear 7.6%, 2D 7.2%
Simple action game where you control a Spinner with automated 'Spins'. Move around to avoid enemies and let the Spins' do their thing. Buy more Spins and upgrade them to increase power. Play through the 50 levels to unlock an endless Horde mode.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33.2%, Automation 23.2%, Arcade 18.2%, 2D 8.7%, Casual 7%
Once more, the hunt for Youkai begins! Across the ocean in a city far, far away, the side-scrolling shoot 'em up action of our two protagonists unfolds! Complete the Pietà of struggle that burns blue with its raging barrage!
Why similar: Side Scroller 26.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Arcade 16.6%, PvE 10.2%, Linear 8.8%
The 2D side-scrolling shooter from The Behemoth is back! With your mighty blaster and a group of mysterious kids by your side, destroy the agency and reclaim your spaceship!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 32.6%, Side Scroller 27.9%, Hand-drawn 16.7%, Arcade 16.1%, 2D 6.7%
The official Project X sequel ✨ Back after 30 years!🎮 A demanding, skill-based experience that rewards patience and mastery. Not every game is for everyone — this one is for players who love a real, fair challenge. Try the demo and see if you’re up for it. Failure teaches. Mastery rewards.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 26.6%, Side Scroller 24.3%, Linear 12.1%, Arcade 11.8%, Hand-drawn 11.7%
Chaotic Loop is a little game, where your objective is to complete the level you choose, also everytime you play something in the game will change and this makes the loop of finishing the level chaotic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.7%, Side Scroller 27.1%, PvE 16.9%, Arcade 11.5%, Hand-drawn 8.7%
An old-school horizontal shoot 'em up, heavily inspired by the arcade classics of the 90's!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 33%, Side Scroller 29.8%, Arcade 15%, Linear 12.5%, 2D 6.2%
먼 옛날, 끝없이 비가 내리는 세상 속에 한 여행자가 있었습니다. 점점 물 속으로 잠겨가고 있는 세상에서, 여행자는 여정을 시작했습니다. 당신은 슬픔과 분노로 잠겨가는 세계에서 '상냥한 빛'을 찾기위한 모험을 떠납니다. 하지만 그것만이 이 이야기의 전부는 아닙니다...
Why similar: Side Scroller 32.6%, Top-Down 16.5%, Linear 14.9%, Hand-drawn 14.2%, Drama 9.7%
BrAInstorm is a heavily stylised shoot-em-up/bullethell. dodge bullets and defeat waves of enemies while you travel through the mind to uncover the truth.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 40.2%, Arcade 20.5%, Top-Down 13%, Linear 10.6%, Sci-fi 8%
After a failed spell during a vegetable contest in the Middle Ages, the vegetables come to life and try to invade the civilization. A little witch with her magic powers will need to fight against this invasion.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 34%, Side Scroller 30.7%, Arcade 15.5%, Linear 13.2%, 2D 6.6%
In 1985 N.O.M.A.D. pushed the boundaries of what the 8-bit computers of the day could achieve with both their graphics and their gameplay. A fast-paced, all-out action shoot ’em up, this retro classic still retains a fan base to this day.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Side Scroller 28.5%, Arcade 13.5%, Linear 11.6%, Sci-fi 6.7%
A side scrolling shooter with a bullet hell influence. Does it explode? Yes. Everything does. Enemies show their battle damage through having chunks be blown off. There are multiple enemies all with unique behaviours, all which are designed in junction with each other.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Side Scroller 25%, Arcade 15.5%, Hand-drawn 12.2%, Top-Down 10.5%
