- #1 Vortex Attack: ボルテックスアタック
97% matchVery Positive82% of 103 reviews2015
Dev: KaleidoGames
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.9 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Vortex Attack is a frenetic arcade space shooter featuring worldwide tournaments and an intense local multiplayer mode.A worthy successor to Galaga for the XXI century.WARNING: Highly addictive.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 15.9%, Bullet Hell 14.2%, Difficult 10.9%, Score Attack 7.4%, Inventory Management 7.2%
- #2 Spinner Invaders
96% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Wobi Games
Windows
Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from The General by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Difficult 11.7%, Score Attack 7.9%, Space 7.5%
- #3 1993 Space Machine
96% matchMostly Positive70% of 377 reviews2016
Dev: ExceedPub: Aurora Punks
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Space shooters never die. 1993 is a testament to that. 1993 is a classic shoot em up celebrating games like Gradius, R-Type and Life Force.
Why similar: Gun Customization 21.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Bullet Hell 9.7%, Difficult 8.1%, Score Attack 7.9%
- #4 Escape Space
94% matchPositive90% of 31 reviews2024
Dev: ShidyGames
Windows
Escape Space is a classic arcade space shooter with RPG mechanics. Fight for various factions against swarms of enemies or bosses and improve your standings, level up your rank, unlock new gear and weapons, and upgrade your spaceship.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Gun Customization 16.5% ★, Space 11.2%, Shooter 8.6%
- #5 Danmaku Unlimited 4 WYVER ULTRA
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Arise Wyver and fly against overwhelming odds in this modern labor of love tribute to classic shoot'em ups!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 17.1%, Difficult 9.5%, Score Attack 8.9%, Space 8.2%
- #6 Super Bit Blaster XL
94% matchVery Positive94% of 878 reviews2020
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 66%
A SUPER throwback to the classic quarter eating arcade games of the 80's. Super Bit Blaster XL is an (even more) enhanced version of the retro styled, addictive, and fast paced arcade shoot 'em up!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, PvP 11.6%, Score Attack 8.1%, Arcade 7.6%
- #7 ROIDERS
93% 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: Gun Customization 18.7% ★, Bullet Hell 14.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.3%, Difficult 10.2%, Score Attack 10.1%
- #8 Astro Fighters
92% 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 21.4%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shooter 9.4%, Arcade 8%, Space 7.2%
- #9 Suicide Runners
91% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2024
Dev: JTW
Windows
Classic 2D shoot em up with updated graphics. Dodge a storm of bullets as you blast through space shooting hordes of enemies. Collect powerups to survive against fearsome bosses. Pilot a suicide runner as you fight to unravel the mystery of what is destroying the universe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 18.3%, Arcade 9.8%, Retro 7.6%, Shooter 7.5%
- #10 Kalzor: 2000
91% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Roley Games
Windows
Shoot different types of spaceships while avoiding getting shot yourself. Kill 10 minutes at a time with this affordable colourful timewaster.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Difficult 11.3%, Space 10.4%, Arcade 8.2%
- #11 Space Elite Force II
90% matchVery Positive88% of 109 reviews2020
Dev: Rising Moon Games
Windows · Linux
Space Elite Force II is a frenetic space-shooter with weapon customization and insane bosses battles. Embark in your ship and fight for the survival of the human race!
Why similar: Gun Customization 17.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Bullet Hell 13.9%, Score Attack 10.6%, Space 7.1%
- #12 The Art Of Flight
89% 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 21.5%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Difficult 12.4%, Local Co-Op 12.1%, Arcade 8.8%
- #13 Never Not Shooting
89% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2017
Dev: Hand Cannon Games
Windows
Grab up to 3 friends and defend the sun from swarms of enemies in this local coop twin stick shooter. Siphon energy from the sun and shoot as many attackers as you can to claim the high score before it explodes! Fight over experience and upgrade your ship to keep up with the ever-mounting pressure.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Arcade 8.6%, Difficult 8.4%, Local Co-Op 7.9%
- #14 Spinner Invaders 2: A Mad Revenge
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wobi Games
Windows
Shoot your way through a thrilling action adventure of 120 waves in 4 different game modes while fighting against waves of enemies and 12 extreme bosses. Save the world from a new mystery threat by yourself or with a friend locally and play 10 different Challenges.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Local Co-Op 11.1%, Arcade 9.5%, Co-op 7.7%
- #15 Eigengrau
84% 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 20%, Bullet Hell 18%, Difficult 11.9%, Score Attack 11.1%, Shooter 8.2%
- #16 Starlight: Eye of the Storm
85% matchPositive93% of 27 reviews2021
Dev: Strides Interactive Game Studio
Windows
SHOOT 'EM UP!Starlight: Eye of The Storm is a 2D Vertical SHMUP set in a 3D background. Unleash your special powers, upgrade your weapons! Take on 10 Arcade stages or 15 Campaign missions! Drift (auto-pivot mode) behind your enemies and take them on with style!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.6%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Gun Customization 14.3% ★, Space 9.7%, Shooter 9%
- #17 Warding Witches
86% 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: Bullet Hell 27.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 27%, Arcade 11.2%, Difficult 8.4%, Local Co-Op 8.1%
- #18 SynthEscape
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RabidTomato Games
Windows · Linux
A Synthwave bullet hell shoot 'em up where grazing enemy fire charges your bullet-slowing field and builds your score. Play through 5 levels in solo or co-op with leaderboard support. '80s vibes meet precision shmup gameplay. Graze Bullets. Bend Time. Break the Future.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Difficult 13%, Local Co-Op 9.4%, Shooter 9%
- #19 The Core Message
87% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Freedom Software
Windows
Combining retro puzzles and a arcade space shooter. You and your crew found strange materials in the galaxy core to upgrade your ship to the most powerful. While collecting core materials you came across something unbelievable ... The Core Message. The Core Message changes everything.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Bullet Hell 23.9%, Space 12.5%, Arcade 10.2%, Retro 8.7%
- #20 PULSOR
84% matchMostly Positive73% of 26 reviews2019
Dev: robotragePub: RR Productions
Windows · Mac · Linux
PULSOR is a fast paced shoot em' up space arcade game where you orbit a black hole. Use your quick reactions and aim to blast the obstacles in your way !
Why similar: Bullet Hell 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.6%, Space 11.6%, Difficult 10.2%, Score Attack 9.1%
- #21 Enemy Mind
83% matchVery Positive85% of 797 reviews2014
Dev: Schell Games
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
A retro shooter with a new power: the power to become any ship.Lost in the depths of space, you are a being of pure psychic energy with the uncanny power to take over and control anything you see in order to survive.Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.2%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Space 11.6%, Shooter 10.2%, Local Co-Op 8%
- #22 Xenoraid: The First Space War
81% matchVery Positive87% of 140 reviews2016
Dev: 10tons Ltd
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Xenoraid is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with procedurally driven missions and detailed shooting mechanics. Modern features such as real time fighter switching and squadron management make Xenoraid a fresh and thrilling shooter!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19%, Score Attack 11.4%, Bullet Hell 11.2%, Local Co-Op 9.2%, Shooter 8.8%
- #23 BULLETnico
82% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nico Duggert
Windows
COMMANDER BULLET is out to safe the UNIVERSE!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Bullet Hell 21.3%, Difficult 15%, Arcade 7.8%, Shooter 7.6%
- #24 Syder Arcade
80% matchVery Positive84% of 692 reviews2013
Dev: Studio Evil
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.5 hrs≥1hr: 90%
Killing zombies never gets old, but sometimes you just need a break. Get back to some serious old-school gaming with Syder Arcade! Syder Arcade is a love letter to Amiga games of the ‘90s, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 35%, Bullet Hell 18%, Arcade 9.5%, Shooter 8.6%, Space 7.8%
- #25 RESHOOTER
82% matchNo user reviews
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 16.1%, Bullet Hell 14%, Score Attack 13.8%, Arcade 12.7%, Sci-fi 10.7%
- #26 WOLFLAME
79% matchVery Positive85% of 116 reviews2016
Dev: ASTRO PORTPub: Henteko Doujin
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.4%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 10.8%, Score Attack 7.1%
- #27 BLASTER MAYHEM
81% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 28.3%, Bullet Hell 23.4%, Score Attack 14.4%, Arcade 10%, Shooter 6.9%
- #28 Bit Blaster XL
77% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 6,141 reviews2016
Dev: Adamvision Studios
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Bit Blaster XL is a fast-paced, retro arcade shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by the classic quarter-munchers of the ‘80s. Easy to pick up, hard to put down, boost, dodge, shoot, and chase high scores in this addictive, old-school action game!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Difficult 13.1%, Score Attack 9.3%, Shooter 8.4%
- #29 Cybxus Heart
79% match6 user reviews83% of 6 reviews2020
Dev: TheDreikPub: Phoenix Reborn Games
Windows
Cybxus Hearts inspired by classic Japanese shooting games. This is a game where you control three different characters at the same time.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 28.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.6%, Arcade 10.7%, Shooter 9.8%, Score Attack 8.6%
- #30 Space Invaders Extreme
78% matchVery Positive88% of 261 reviews2018
Dev: TAITO CORP.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 1.9 hrsMean: 3.0 hrs≥1hr: 64%
The critically acclaimed update to the Space Invaders franchise has arrived to invade Steam with greatly improved graphics and audio! Packed with pulsing, vibrant visuals enhanced further by interactive sound. The invaders have evolved, the question is: can you keep up?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.9%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Difficult 12.8%, Score Attack 9%, Shooter 8.6%
- #31 Space God
78% matchPositive89% of 18 reviews2018
Dev: Jellypig Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Space God is a 'hyper retro neon' style top-down shooting game. Play in single player, online co-op mode, or online multiplayer. Don't stop, keep moving! and you might survive... maybe.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.8%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, PvP 10.1%, Space 9%, Shooter 7.3%
- #32 Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo
77% matchVery Positive84% of 602 reviews2015
Dev: SynsetPub: New Blood Interactive
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 3.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as SHMUP veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and SEVENTEEN playable ships.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.1%, Bullet Hell 27.5%, Difficult 8.6%, Retro 8.1%, Arcade 8.1%
- #33 Syder Reloaded
74% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2025
Dev: Studio Evil
Windows
Syder Reloaded revives the Syder series in this love-letter to 90s Amiga shmups with upgraded graphics and refined gameplay. Challenging levels, a fleet of ships and a motherload of alien invaders. Get back to your roots and curse at your monitor in this skills-first shooter.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.5%, Bullet Hell 18.9%, Difficult 11.7%, Space 10.4%, Shooter 9.5%
- #34 Crisis Wing
76% 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 20.9%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Difficult 13.6%, Shooter 7.8%, Score Attack 7.4%
- #35 Atomic Guardians
76% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2021
Dev: Mosh Jason Games
Windows
ATOMIC GUARDIANS is a fully CO-OP arcade retro shoot 'em up, where one player flies the ship, and the other player mans the shields. Fight your way through a never ending horde of Brutal Bosses, Alien Monsters and Gigantic Asteroids as you rack up a new world-wide high score. Play with up to three friends, and see how long you can last!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 20%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 9.6%, Space 8.1%
- #36 Wish Project
75% matchVery Positive95% of 56 reviews2016
Dev: Andrew Willman
Windows · Linux
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Wish Project is a vertical shoot 'em up that features unique and challenging bullet patterns, 4 difficulties ranging from casual to hardcore, 8 unique playable characters, 6 stages, local co-op, unlockable characters and game modes, and an intuitive scoring system that encourages replay and mastery.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Difficult 12.6%, Local Co-Op 12.4%, Shooter 8.9%
- #37 STURMWIND EX
75% matchPositive81% of 42 reviews2019
Dev: b-alive
Windows
STURMWIND EX is a shoot-em up in the tradition of old arcade games. If it moves - shoot it!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.1%, Bullet Hell 20%, Space 10.5%, Shooter 9.1%, Arcade 8.9%
- #38 Beekyr Reloaded
74% matchVery Positive87% of 97 reviews2017
Dev: KaleidoGames
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 88%
The giant hornets have destroyed your hive and taken the pollen. Fight the swarms alone or with a friend and destroy the dangerous hornet queen! The insect world is very dangerous but... what are you waiting for to get your revenge?
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Bullet Hell 17.6%, Difficult 13.6%, Score Attack 9%, Shooter 8.5%
- #39 BANAN'EM UP!
73% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: SkyBravePub: TENSTACK
Windows · Mac · Linux
BANAN'EM UP! is a tiny challenging arcade shoot’em up where you shoot down quirky aliens to save your planet. Evade bullets, shoot enemies, get upgrades, survive for challenging waves to defeat the final boss, "The MONKE". Die, learn, repeat: get stronger, be powerful!
Why similar: Gun Customization 22.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.5%, Bullet Hell 17.7%, Shooter 8.8%, Arcade 7.7%
- #40 Space Fuel
73% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: MXT Games
Windows
Bite-sized arcade shmup. Slam enemies, beat Bosses, get power-ups and repeat! Pilot your ship through deep space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.2%, Bullet Hell 19.8%, Score Attack 14.6%, Space 11.9%, Shooter 8.4%
- #41 Switch 'N' Shoot
72% matchVery Positive96% of 154 reviews2016
Dev: Matt Glanville
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.1%, Bullet Hell 17.4%, Score Attack 12.9%, Difficult 12.7%, Arcade 8.1%
- #42 Nevultra
71% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2023
Dev: Zoblin Multimedia
Windows
Nevultra is an exciting shoot'em up that will take you back to the 8bit/16bit era. The protagonist, Nina, needs your help to reach her destination in deep space.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.4%, Bullet Hell 20.1%, Arcade 10.9%, Score Attack 10%, Shooter 10%
- #43 Metis One
73% 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 20%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Difficult 13.6%, Score Attack 8.7%, Co-op 8.2%
- #44 Marimoth
72% 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 24.5%, Bullet Hell 18.2%, Arcade 11.3%, Score Attack 10.7%, Difficult 10.5%
- #45 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: Shoot 'Em Up 27.8%, Bullet Hell 24.6%, Arcade 11.3%, Score Attack 9.2%, Local Co-Op 6.8%
- #46 ASSAULT SHELL
70% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2021
Dev: Team Overloaded
Windows
Engage in an action packed shoot em' up adventure! Choose from 4 powerful fighters and fight through 5 intense stages! Multiple tough and challenging bosses stand in your way, so use the insanity system BLANK STAND to erase them all!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 27.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 25.8%, Shooter 11.3%, Arcade 9.6%, Score Attack 6.7%
- #47 Super Nano Blaster
69% matchPositive100% of 29 reviews2022
Dev: 3.5 Inch TeamPub: Ankama Games
Windows · Mac
Super Nano Blaster is a shoot-em-up for PC and Mac, offering single-player and local co-op modes, that transports you to a retro-style digital universe. Delve into technology with your vessel and destroy anything that gets in your way!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Bullet Hell 19.4%, Score Attack 13.4%, Local Co-Op 9.7%, Shooter 8.5%
- #48 Flashover MegaSector
71% match3 user reviews67% of 3 reviews2019
Dev: Happy Frog Games
Windows
Using a powerful weapon and raw skill, can you take out an entire space pirate fleet? Harken back to the era of old browser games in this fast-paced bullet hell shoot 'em up where stages change based on objectives cleared!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22.9%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Score Attack 14%, Difficult 9.5%, Space 8.2%
- #49 Orbital Siege
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Orbitforge Interactive
Windows
Reclaim the arcade. This is a high-octane space shooter where vibrant pixel art meets relentless alien armadas. Master your orbital defenses and survive the ultimate galactic onslaught.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Arcade 10.5%, Retro 9.3%, War 8.8%
- #50 Distant Space
69% matchVery Positive86% of 2,983 reviews2016
Dev: PixelMouse
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 9.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Distant Space are present the arcade game of cosmic fights in arcade style of the 80's, this is a game where you can control the spaceship and forced to destroy extraterrestrials, which are moving in the certain order.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.6%, Space 13.6%, Bullet Hell 11.6%, Difficult 10.9%, Arcade 10.7%
- #51 Space Drift Squad
70% matchMixed60% of 10 reviews2018
Dev: Penguin Tower Studios
Windows
Call your friends and lead your squad through the outer space and protect your planet from asteroids and alien ships on this local shoot'em up. Shoot, evolve e explode these space enemies.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.7%, Bullet Hell 19.5%, Local Co-Op 13.8%, Difficult 8.2%, Score Attack 7.3%
- #52 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: Bullet Hell 27.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 26.3%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 10%, Space 7.1%
- #53 Z-Warp
67% matchPositive100% of 25 reviews2022
Dev: Panda Indie StudioPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Z-Warp is an intense vertical shoot’em up presented in retro pixel art style, featuring frenetic arcade-inspired action where blasters, bombs and KILLER specials are your only allies.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 29.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Shooter 12.2%, Space 7.9%, Retro 7.4%
- #54 Stranded in the Abyss
71% matchNo user reviews2027
Dev: studio cyber turtle
Windows
Stranded in the abyss is a shoot-em-up in a unique sci-fi sci-environment where you command a massive squad of ships in an endless war Against an evil rebellion. Shoot command and bomb your way through hundreds of enemy fighters, capital ships, and skirmishes.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Bullet Hell 25%, Arcade 10.5%, War 8.8%, Space 8.8%
- #55 Dextram
67% 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: Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Score Attack 13.5%, Difficult 12.7%, Arcade 7.7%
- #56 Crome: Before Purgatory
68% matchPositive88% of 49 reviews2019
Dev: Stumphead Games LLC
Windows · Mac
Inspired by the heyday of 8-bit arcade gaming, Crome: Before Purgatory is an intense space shoot em' up experience. Play as the Galactic Consul's best star pilot, Crome, and fend off endless the hoards of invaders while competing for the top score on the global leaderboard.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.3%, Bullet Hell 18.6%, Difficult 14.9%, Arcade 9.2%, Shooter 8.9%
- #57 ICEwall
66% matchPositive82% of 49 reviews2022
Dev: Erlend Kirkeboe
Windows
An action roguelike shoot 'em up. Draft power-ups between levels to become stronger and build crazy combos. Several player ships to unlock, multiple game modes; including Endless Mode and Arcade, leaderboards and achievement challenges!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 21.1%, Bullet Hell 15%, Gun Customization 13.4% ★, Score Attack 11.6%, Shooter 9.4%
- #58 Sky Force Anniversary
66% 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 31.9%, Bullet Hell 22.5%, Local Co-Op 9%, Arcade 8.2%, Score Attack 7.1%
- #59 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
65% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: JMC
Windows · Linux
Defender's Squad is a sci-fi vertical scrolling shooter 2D that combines 7 different levels. Play Solo and pick one of the 3 ships to kill enemies and save the earth from aliens.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Score Attack 12.6%, Bullet Hell 12%, Shooter 11.7%, Space 11.6%