- #1 ANVIL
97% matchMixed61% of 2,201 reviews2023
Dev: ACTION SQUARE
Windows
Median: 6.3 hrsMean: 14.4 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Take on the role of a Vault Breaker in search of alien artifacts called “Vaults” and fight against monsters and powerful bosses. You can strengthen your Breakers to explore far-away galaxies that no one has ever reached!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 23.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 18.2%, Action Roguelike 17.1%, Online Co-Op 16.7%, Multiplayer 8.5%
- #2 ROGUE SHIFT
96% matchPositive82% of 34 reviews2023
Dev: Far-Flung Games
Windows
ROGUE SHIFT is a high-intensity top-down shooter, set on a harsh planet that will test your will to survive. To stay alive, you will pit yourself against hordes of relentless enemies in an unforgiving, hostile environment.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.5%, Online Co-Op 10.7%, Aliens 10.6%, Action Roguelike 8%
- #3 Starwreck Reclaimer
96% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Starwreck Studio
Windows
Pilot a combat salvager into a shifting starship graveyard in this top-down twin-stick action roguelite. Battle hostile machines, manage ammunition and hull integrity, choose risky protocols, recover valuable scrap, and build powerful weapon and module combinations.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.8%, Top-Down Shooter 23.4%, Action Roguelike 19.1%, Space 8.3%, Sci-fi 6.5%
- #4 AGIS
95% matchNo user reviews
Dev: kickbuzz GmbH
Windows · Mac · Linux
AGIS - A Game In Space is a top-down twin-stick-shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Action Roguelike 15.1%, Shooter 7.9%, Arcade 6.7%
- #5 One Hit Out
94% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2026
Dev: Talking Potato
Windows
A free 2-player co-op top-down survival shooter. One hit and you're out — survive together, climb the leaderboard, and unlock new characters!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29%, Top-Down Shooter 22.2%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 9.7%, Action 7.3%
- #6 Bug Blast
94% matchMostly Positive72% of 18 reviews2020
Dev: Giga GruntsPub: DigiPen Institute of Technology
Windows
Fight and dodge through hundreds of space bugs in Bug Blast! Go through each space station to protect from the hoards of bugs that come their way.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.3%, Top-Down Shooter 26.5%, Shooter 8.3%, Aliens 7.7%, Arcade 7%
- #7 Operation Singularity
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Knights and Weekends
Windows
A sci-fi top-down score chaser where score multipliers stack up the faster you eliminate.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25%, Top-Down Shooter 21%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 9.2%, Robots 8.6%
- #8 Better Not Fall
92% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Bacco Games Studios
Windows
Survive increasingly difficult rounds in a floating arena. Use weapons and powerful abilities to knock enemies into the void before they launch you off the edge, build your loadout during each run, and beat your highest score.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Robots 7.6%, Shooter 7.3%, Arcade 7%
- #9 C6: Frontlines
91% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: comwpPub: Federation of C6
Windows
C6: Frontlines is a bullet hell co-op roguelike where only YOU (and your friends) can bring the Azapall galaxy to peace. Wield 30+ weapons and gadgets of mass destruction to even the playing field, wave after wave, against a seemingly endless onslaught of evil!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.5%, Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Action Roguelike 17.7%, Shooter 6.5%, Arcade 5.4%
- #10 Diced Up!
91% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: slameron
Windows · Mac
Survive as long as you can in an endless bullet hell with randomized stats and weapons.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Online Co-Op 16.5%, Shooter 7.8%, Arcade 7.3%
- #11 Halo: Spartan Assault
90% matchMostly Positive78% of 4,921 reviews2014
Dev: Vanguard GamesPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 14.1 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Halo: Spartan Assault brings the excitement of Halo combat to Steam for the very first time. Battle your way through 30 action-packed missions against the Covenant as you explore the origin of the Spartan Ops program featured in Halo 4. *DirectX feature level 10 required. *
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 32.6%, Twin Stick Shooter 25.2%, Action 8.7%, Sci-fi 8.7%, Top-Down 8.3%
- #12 Apricity
89% matchPositive93% of 14 reviews2024
Dev: Luke Veltum
Windows
Apricity is a top-down shooter party game for 1-4 players. 11 character classes. Arcade-style gameplay with a text-adventure driven roguelike mode and a score attack endless mode.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 25.4%, Top-Down Shooter 18.1%, Action Roguelike 13.1%, Shooter 7.2%, Robots 6.9%
- #13 Cosmic Coliseum
89% matchVery Positive93% of 61 reviews2025
Dev: Exane GamesPub: Bad Blood Studios
Windows
Fight for your freedom as you battle through wave after wave of alien adversaries. Destroy enemy fighters and collect XP to raise your level and become more powerful. Combine your skills and abilities with a huge range of power-ups to become the ultimate champion.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Action Roguelike 15.6%, Aliens 10.9%, Shooter 6.8%
- #14 Roscarian Defender
88% matchNo user reviews
Dev: RoscoMonium
Windows · Mac
Roscarian Defenders is a 2D top-down twin-stick shooter where your goal is to survive as many rounds as possible. To progress to the next round, you must kill every enemy. As the rounds progress, enemies become tougher and more dangerous.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.3%, Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 10.6%, Aliens 10.1%
- #15 Fragment Hunters
87% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: Crynsystems
Windows
Crystal Souls: Fragment Hunters is a top down indie space game where you shoot enemy ships, gather crystals, and upgrade your own ship.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Aliens 13.3%, Robots 9.6%, Arcade 7.8%
- #16 Hertz
86% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2024
Dev: Arcaludi
Windows
Launch into a fierce roguelite action in this top-down twin-stick shooter with bombs! In a robotic world, control Lizzy and their team of unlockable beasty bots in a quest for upgrades. But beware, needed resources are guarded by swarms of Steel Sentinels. Survive them to craft synergistic builds.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.4%, Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Robots 13.8%, Action Roguelike 13.4%, Arcade 6.4%
- #17 Chaos Machina
86% matchPositive92% of 13 reviews2025
Dev: Marko Zovko
Windows · Linux
Chaos Machina is a fast-paced action roguelike designed for immersive, bite-sized runs. Enter the flow state as you weave with your robot through enemy fire. Unleash powerful upgrades, and master 10-minute bursts of adrenaline before the Chaos reclaims the map.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.6%, Top-Down Shooter 20.1%, Action Roguelike 15.8%, Robots 8.7%, Shooter 7.9%
- #18 Exterminators of Saturn
85% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Violence in Video Games
Windows
A top down, twin stick shooter inspired by classic retro arcade games with loads of enemies, fast paced bullet hell combat, big boss battles and tons of bullets.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 22.9%, Twin Stick Shooter 21.8%, Aliens 12.6%, Top-Down 8.3%, Multiplayer 8.3%
- #19 Square Shooter
84% matchPositive92% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: Grubelli
Windows · Linux
This is a minimalistic fast-paced shooter with a high level of difficulty
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.8%, Action Roguelike 15.2%, Artificial Intelligence 11.7%, Shooter 7.2%
- #20 STEP ASIDE!
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: BEEZthePANGEANPub: PonderPangi
Windows · Mac
You are an invincible bodyguard. Your only weakness is the person you must protect. Control the crowd, spot the assassin, and execute the mission in this stylish, top-down tactical shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.4%, Top-Down Shooter 24.1%, Action Roguelike 11.9%, Top-Down 8.5%, Shooter 6.1%
- #21 Core Breach
83% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Rencade
Windows
Core Breach is a fast-paced, twin-stick arcade shooter in a pixel art style. Play as a Trojan worm virus, outmaneuvering and destroying antivirus enemies. Upgrade your worm with powerful attacks and skills as you fight to breach the CPU core and uncover its secrets
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.2%, Top-Down Shooter 21.2%, Action Roguelike 15.9%, Shooter 7.9%, Arcade 6.7%
- #22 The Horde Wants You Dead
81% matchMixed65% of 283 reviews2025
Dev: Bellyflop Games
Windows
The Horde Wants You Dead is a casual, top-down shooter with up to 4-player online co-op. Ambushed by an angry horde, you and your friends face a fight for survival against thousands of relentless enemies!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 23.9%, Top-Down Shooter 17.6%, Online Co-Op 13.2%, Action Roguelike 12%, Shooter 5.6%
- #23 Livelock
82% matchMostly Positive80% of 916 reviews2016
Dev: Tuque GamesPub: Arc Games
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Livelock is a co-operative top-down shooter where you play solo or with up to two allies to break the cycle of infinite war between machines. As one of the remaining Capital Intellects, your role is to unlock Eden and revive humanity.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 28.4%, Twin Stick Shooter 25.1%, Robots 11.3%, Online Co-Op 9.3%, Top-Down 6.5%
- #24 Cosmic Tank
82% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Game Masterminds
Windows · Mac
Cosmic Tank is a modern take on the classic game Asteroids. Mine your way to riches! Fight off hostile threats! Upgrade your ship and rent a few helpful drones! Survive epic boss fights!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 24.5%, Top-Down Shooter 18.3%, Space 9.9%, Aliens 9.1%, Arcade 8.8%
- #25 Ultra Mega Planet Battles
79% match3 user reviews100% of 3 reviews2025
Dev: Solindie Games
Windows
Ultra Mega Planet Battles is an intense arcade-style, space-based, twin-stick shooter. Players can play by themselves, or with up to 3 friends local co-op or Steam Remote Play (total of 4 players). Select your character, select and modify your ship, then get shooting!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.6%, Top-Down Shooter 17.8%, Aliens 11.4%, Robots 9.8%, Shooter 6.7%
- #26 Banana Belt Miner
78% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2026
Dev: V ForgePub: Roaring pixel
Windows · Linux
a fast-paced twin-stick space shooter where humanity discovers that bananas are the most powerful energy source in the universe, Upgrade your ship, defeat massive enemy warships, and survive endless waves of enemies as you carve your path through the deep space of the banana belt..
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33%, Top-Down Shooter 25.6%, Action Roguelike 19.9%, Action 8.9%, Casual 7.2%
- #27 Messier111
81% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2020
Dev: MELPOT
Windows
The Messier 111 is a twin-stick shooter that will test your skills.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 46%, Top-Down Shooter 28.1%, Shooter 10.6%, Top-Down 8.7%, Action 6.3%
- #28 Last Spirit
79% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Danil Koliada
Windows
Last Spirit is a fast-paced roguelike adventure for up to 4 players. Enemies took your home planet and now you will battle relentless machine foes to take your home back. Combine tons of different items, clear additional mission and make powerful builds to conquer this new world of battlefield.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24.3%, Online Co-Op 21.4%, Action Roguelike 18.6%, Robots 8.6%, Shooter 6.9%
- #29 Neko Cosmo Police
80% matchNo user reviews2022
Dev: JKK_WORKS
Windows
This twin stick shooter is about Neko fighting with their all cost. In 2565 UC. the Cosmos has been altered by MadBotz gang. The last hope is rely on the Neko Cosmo Police team, "Kuro" and "Shiro"
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 41.6%, Top-Down Shooter 25.5%, Robots 16.6%, Arcade 6%, Casual 5.1%
- #30 Devoid
78% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Luminous Bits
Windows · Mac · Linux
The space dungeon where every move drains energy. Scrap aliens to recharge, loot to survive, and crawl station to station before it's lights out.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.3%, Action Roguelike 16.3%, Arcade 6.4%, Top-Down 6.1%
- #31 Alpha Force Zero
77% matchNo user reviews
Dev: osm games
Windows
Alpha Force Zero is an intense top-down bullet-hell adventure that requires skill and planning. Utilize multiple weapon systems including an Auto-Turret with adjustable firing modes and unlock upgrades that you can equip in your ship to give you the upper hand. Dodge, fight, survive!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.7%, Shooter 8.8%, Aliens 8.6%, Arcade 7.6%
- #32 Galaxy At War
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Nicola Hahn
Windows
Enter the cockpit of your spaceship and prevent the destruction of our homeland! You and your friends have to dodge various attacks and fight many enemies. But your Twitch chat can support you in your defense and your subscribers can even accompany you as wingmen!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Online Co-Op 13.1%, Space 9%, Sci-fi 5.4%
- #33 Hive Stampers
77% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Dual Wield Devs
Windows
Fight giant bugs with your mech! Liberate the alien planet for your cause. In this top-down twin stick shooter, fight bugs as you secure the planet for humankind.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 38.5%, Top-Down Shooter 31.2%, Top-Down 9.5%, Sci-fi 7.5%, Action 5.2%
- #34 CandyPop
76% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: ItiGames
Windows
The Great Sweet Battle Begins! "CandyPop" is a confectionery war set in the Land of Sweets! A top-down, all-direction chaotic battle shooting action game! Are you ready?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 33.1%, Top-Down Shooter 19.7%, Shooter 10.6%, Arcade 10.2%, Action 8%
- #35 SANDRIPPER
74% matchVery Positive94% of 52 reviews2025
Dev: Mack
Windows
Tear across the desert, obliterating wave after wave with your nuclear missile powered dual-wielding hover tank. A tight, punchy wave survival sandbox with ludicrous weaponry, exhilarating rocket-tank combat, and daily leaderboards!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Action Roguelike 12.4%, Robots 8.9%, Shooter 8%
- #36 Starwave Defender
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Brandon Garvin
Windows · Linux
Starwave Defender is an intense twin-stick shooter based around wave survival. Dodge swarms of enemies while exploring procedurally generated levels and collecting resources to upgrade your ship. You have a limited number of ships; make your time count, Defender.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.2%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Action Roguelike 12.1%, Aliens 11.3%, Space 8.5%
- #37 UJO Invasion
75% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Lamplight Games Limited
Windows · Linux
Mow down hordes of Jellies in this action-packed twin-stick shooter! This is UJO Invasion: survive against hordes of Jellies, battle it out in night time boss rounds, find and upgrade an arsenal of weapons, all while playing from a cast of unlockable characters.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 47.3%, Top-Down Shooter 30%, Shooter 10.4%, Action 5.9%, Combat 3.3%
- #38 GalaxIverse II
73% matchPositive94% of 16 reviews2024
Dev: Sub Orbital Software
Windows
Brace yourself for explosive space battles in GalaxIverse II! This intense multi-directional shooter puts you in the pilot's seat against alien fleets and colossal capital ships.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31%, Online Co-Op 15.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.9%, Aliens 9.3%, Shooter 7%
- #39 Swarm Me
71% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: KBGS
Windows
A minimalist horde survival arena where you’re hunted by an endless swarm of drones - kite the horde, bait them into deadly traps, upgrade your defenses, use special items and survive as long as you can. Every minute the swarm grows denser, faster, and deadlier.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.4%, Action Roguelike 13.3%, Robots 9%, Shooter 6.8%
- #40 Hex.Plan.X
73% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Pixel Fandango
Windows
Retro-style sci-fi top-down shooter and strategy game.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.2%, Top-Down Shooter 25.6%, Shooter 8.1%, Action Roguelike 7.3%, Top-Down 6.9%
- #41 GUNPIG: Firepower For Hire
74% match4 user reviews25% of 4 reviews2020
Dev: LaPointe Joints
Windows
Sci-fi top-down twin-stick shooter with 9 weapons, 3 alts and secret hidden collectibles!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.3%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Aliens 9.9%, Shooter 8.1%, Arcade 7%
- #42 Rift Loopers
72% matchMostly Positive72% of 119 reviews2023
Dev: Monster Tooth Studios
Windows
Survive the horrors of the multiverse, alone or with your comrades, as you battle against an onslaught of insectoid like creatures. Combine abilities in different ways each loop to overcome and return safely to your universe.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18.2%, Online Co-Op 14.8%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Multiplayer 7.9%
- #43 Alien Breed 3: Descent
73% matchMostly Positive74% of 621 reviews2010
Dev: Team17 Digital Ltd
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 38%
Experience the final explosive chapter in the Alien Breed series and uncover the horrifying truth surrounding the existence of the Breed. Launch discount good thru Nov. 24 10am PST.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 22.5%, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Aliens 15%, Shooter 9%, Sci-fi 6.1%
- #44 Egg Drop Soup
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: NoBrakesGames
Windows
Drop Eggs on passing cars to cause as much public damage as you can. Use Banana Peels and Doughnuts to slip away from the pursuing police force. Complete your Missions before getting caught to make your getaway!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 39.8%, Top-Down Shooter 32.4%, Arcade 9.8%, Top-Down 8.3%, Casual 4.9%
- #45 Tempest Lost
71% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tempest Lost Team
Windows
Tempest Lost is a top-down Co-op Adventure shooter. You play as one of 4 commandos tasked with discovering the truth behind many of the events in Tempest Lost. Join with up to 3 other friends for action packed story told in the Tempest Lost Universe.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 32.8%, Top-Down Shooter 25.7%, Shooter 8.7%, Top-Down 6.1%, Aliens 5.2%
- #46 Halo: Spartan Strike
71% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,702 reviews2015
Dev: 343 IndustriesPub: Xbox Game Studios
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 8.6 hrs≥1hr: 46%
Halo: Spartan Strike makes you a Spartan supersoldier battling evil forces. Delve into 30 challenging missions through cities and jungles using a devastating arsenal of weapons, abilities and vehicles including the iconic Warthog against the Covenant and Promethean enemies. *DirectX feature level 10 required*
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 34.1%, Twin Stick Shooter 15.8%, Aliens 15.4%, Sci-fi 10.2%, Shooter 8.2%
- #47 Arc’s Glitch Defender
69% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Raivela Games
Windows
Flood the arena with bullets. Dash, shockwave, and mow down endless robot hordes at breakneck speed.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.6%, Top-Down Shooter 15.9%, Robots 12.3%, Shooter 9%, Arcade 7.6%
- #48 Star Scrap
70% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Feral Fidget
Windows
A broke bounty hunter. A sarcastic robot. 1,000,000 credit debt. Star Scrap is a chaotic twin stick space roguelite. Blast through increasingly difficult waves of enemies to pay it off.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 34.4%, Top-Down Shooter 14.1%, Action Roguelike 12.2%, Aliens 11.6%, Space 10.3%
- #49 SYNTHETIK: Legion Rising
69% matchVery Positive94% of 13,091 reviews2018
Dev: Flow Fire Games
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 87%
SYNTHETIK is an unforgiving tactical shooter rogue-lite where freedom and experimentation is key. Fight in a world overrun by the Machine Legion and their Gods. Experience the next level in gun-play and dive into unparalleled build options and Android upgrades. Can you defeat the Heart of Armageddon?
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 29.3%, Twin Stick Shooter 16.6%, Action Roguelike 16.4%, Online Co-Op 16%, Robots 6.2%
- #50 Reticent Retribution
72% matchNo user reviews2021
Dev: Seth Billick
Windows · Linux
Reticent Retribution is a top down twin stick shooter. A 3rd person action game. You must blast waves of space enemies. You can use the keyboard and a controller. 720p 60fps. Press 'esc' to quit, 'h' for help.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 36.7%, Top-Down Shooter 27%, Shooter 11.8%, Space 10%, Top-Down 8.7%
- #51 Breach the Abyss
68% matchPositive100% of 21 reviews2024
Dev: Digital Firewood
Windows
A sci-fi wave-based roguelite where you play as a rogue janitor in an overrun space facility. Fight through hordes of alien creatures, and find powerful upgrades to augment your abilities. In death, piece together your memories, and come back stronger. A grand reward awaits you in the Abyss...
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Action Roguelike 15.4%, Aliens 9.9%, Shooter 7.6%
- #52 Super Shootout
68% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Super Moon Games
Windows
Super Shootout is a top-down, roguelike shooter set in a stadium on an alien world. Leave a wake of destruction with powerful pickups sent down by the roaring crowd. Fight, die, and fight again to the top of the online leaderboard.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.3%, Top-Down Shooter 23.1%, Action Roguelike 18.9%, Shooter 10.4%, Action 7.3%
- #53 Cloud Cutter
69% matchVery Positive88% of 128 reviews2021
Dev: Just Two ltd.
Windows
Cloud Cutter brings you classic arcade shoot ‘em up gameplay in top notch graphics. Enjoy intense fast-paced explosive action full of epic destruction, arcade style power-ups, lasers and of course huge multi-stage boss fights.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 30.2%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Robots 9.9%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.9%
- #54 Project Vanguard
67% match4 user reviews100% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: MrBastionPub: Bastion Studios
Windows
Project Vanguard is a neon bullet-hell roguelike where you pilot experimental ships, draft wild upgrades, build screen-melting synergies, and survive endless waves of Void bosses.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.1%, Top-Down Shooter 21.5%, Action Roguelike 17.8%, Shooter 7.9%, Arcade 6.8%
- #55 Monsters Loot Swag
67% match5 user reviews80% of 5 reviews2025
Dev: YorkshireRifles
Windows
BLAST MONSTERS -> WIN LOOT -> GET SWAG. Top-down, twin-stick, power-up collectathon shooter.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 26.8%, Top-Down Shooter 19.3%, Action Roguelike 14.3%, Online Co-Op 13.5%, Shooter 7%
- #56 Primit Shooter 2
70% matchNo user reviews2023
Dev: Tampopo Games
Windows
Primit Shooter 2 is a roguelike shooter set in a universe where cute but dangerous aliens spawn from the Eye Tower. Players must develop their character, pick suitable weapons, and brave through consecutive waves of alien challenges, combining action and strategy for a thrilling experience.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 29.7%, Top-Down Shooter 18%, Action Roguelike 14.6%, Aliens 10%, Shooter 9%
- #57 Plumbum
68% match1 user reviews0% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: JMAA Games
Windows
PLUMBUM is a retro top-down roguelike shooter where you'll have to survive the innumerable hordes of mooks and goons in the cursed corridors of this cursed game. Will you survive as long as you can, or will you die trying?
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 31.6%, Top-Down Shooter 22.9%, Action Roguelike 16.9%, Shooter 9.1%, Arcade 7.8%
- #58 Last Spirit Origin
67% matchMixed63% of 27 reviews2025
Dev: Danil Koliada
Windows
Play solo or with up to 4 players in Last Spirit Origin, a fast-paced roguelike adventure. Crash-land on your former home, now an alien-infested world, and battle relentless machine foes. Combine loot to power up and master each character. Use sharp combat and smart strategy to conquer the chaos.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 24%, Action Roguelike 18.1%, Online Co-Op 15.4%, Robots 11.5%, Shooter 7.9%
- #59 Space Ace
67% matchPositive94% of 18 reviews2025
Dev: Closed Bracket Studios
Windows
Space Ace is a 2D top-down shooter that focuses on upgrading your ship to fight through levels of Bosses and smaller enemies. Play with keyboard + mouse or Xbox controller.
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 28.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Action Roguelike 16%, Shooter 7.4%, Top-Down 6%
- #60 Crazy Fruit Shooter
66% matchPositive96% of 23 reviews2026
Dev: YogurtGames
Windows
One day you wake up and find yourself turned into a Fruitman? Face the endless waves of vegetables chasing you, grab your gun, and blast them away!
Why similar: Twin Stick Shooter 27.8%, Top-Down Shooter 22.1%, Online Co-Op 14.8%, Action Roguelike 14.8%, Top-Down 6.5%