- #1 Touhou Kishinjou ~ Double Dealing Character.
97% matchVery Positive99% of 410 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 569.3 hrs≥1hr: 69%
飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.1%, Faith 29.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Indie 10.2%, Action 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: It features the classic, polished danmaku mechanics that fans of the series expect, paired with a distinct and memorable soundtrack.
- #2 Touhou Kanjuden ~ Legacy of Lunatic Kingdom.
96% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,511 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 18.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
月の都から敵が攻めてきた！ その弾幕が過去最狂難易度を誇るのは当然だろう？ ピュアーでルナティックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Faith 40.3% ★, Bullet Hell 34.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.4%, Indie 6.9%, Action 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: This title offers a high-intensity bullet-hell experience that matches the technical challenge and rewarding gameplay loop of the seed game.
- #3 Touhou Shinreibyou ~ Ten Desires.
96% matchVery Positive95% of 415 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 246.0 hrs≥1hr: 59%
飛び出そう、いつも通りの弾幕へ それが結果として世界をひっくり返す事になるだろう プリティでデュアリスチックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Faith 29.7% ★, Bullet Hell 28.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Action 12%, Indie 11.9%
Why You'll Like It: This entry introduces spirit-gathering mechanics that add a satisfying layer of resource management to the traditional bullet-hell formula.
- #4 Touhou Tenkuushou ~ Hidden Star in Four Seasons.
95% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 4,521 reviews2017
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 268.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
桜を見ながら西瓜を割り、紅葉を見ながら鍋をつつく こんな季節に誰がした！ イレギュラーでシーズナルなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.9%, Faith 28.7% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 19.8%, Indie 7.2%, Action 2.4%
Why You'll Like It: The seasonal power-up mechanic provides a layer of tactical depth similar to the freezing system found in the seed game.
- #5 Mushihimesama
94% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,525 reviews2015
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.5 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
Battle huge "Koju" bugs in CAVE's beautiful fantasy shooter, Mushihimesama. Experience the thrill of bullet hell from the masters of the genre as you evade visually stunning shot patterns with thousands of bullets.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 52.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 37.9%, Action 9.5%
Why You'll Like It: Widely considered a gold standard of the genre, this game provides the pure, high-octane bullet-hell action that defines the Touhou experience.
- #6 Touhou Seirensen ~ Undefined Fantastic Object.
94% matchVery Positive96% of 404 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 9.1 hrs≥1hr: 58%
アレは何だ？ 鳥か？ 妖精か？ 謎に満ちた未確認幻想物体が、君を未知の世界に誘う！ ファンタスティックでレトロな弾幕シューティング幻想
Why similar: Faith 27.8% ★, Bullet Hell 22.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.7%, Action 16.8%, Indie 15.5%
Why You'll Like It: The UFO collection mechanic adds a layer of risk-reward gameplay that keeps the classic shoot-em-up formula feeling fresh.
- #7 Touhou Fuujinroku ~ Mountain of Faith.
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 1,496 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.6 hrsMean: 11.6 hrs≥1hr: 70%
我が国には八百万の神々がいる 弾幕は八百万発程度では終わらない ノスタルジックでネイティブな弾幕シューティング原風景
Why similar: Faith 35.3% ★, Bullet Hell 25.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Indie 11.4%, Action 11%
Why You'll Like It: This is a quintessential Touhou experience that balances accessibility with the series' signature intricate bullet patterns.
- #8 BLUE REVOLVER
92% matchOverwhelmingly Positive99% of 858 reviews2016
Dev: danboPub: Stellar Circle
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 8.2 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Fight, fly, flourish! BLUE REVOLVER is a manic arcade-style shoot-em-up built for newcomers and psychos alike. Powerful special weapons cut through tough areas, while an adaptive difficulty system tailors the game to your skill level as you evade and counter a maniac environmental force!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 42.9%, Bullet Hell 36.8%, Action 10.5%, Indie 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: This modern indie shooter offers incredible visual flair and a high-speed, technical gameplay style that feels right at home alongside Touhou titles.
- #9 Touhou Kikeijuu ~ Wily Beast and Weakest Creature.
91% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,041 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.5 hrsMean: 15.5 hrs≥1hr: 73%
誰が強いのか、誰が賢いのか、誰が正しいのか 畜生の理に則って、全て弾幕で決めよう！ ワイルドでビーストライクなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Faith 35.8% ★, Bullet Hell 29.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Indie 9.9%, Action 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: The animal spirit system allows for diverse playstyles, offering a level of customization that complements the seed game's focus on unique mechanics.
- #10 Touhou Kouryudou ~ Unconnected Marketeers.
90% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 1,795 reviews2021
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 18.3 hrs≥1hr: 71%
買う、売る、貰う、手放す いつから人間は所有権を自由に扱えると勘違いしたのか レインボーでイマモリアルなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Faith 37.6% ★, Bullet Hell 26.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.8%, Action 9.5%, Indie 5.4%
Why You'll Like It: The card-based ability system introduces a roguelite-adjacent layer of strategy that makes every run feel distinct.
- #11 Touhou Luna Nights
89% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 14,634 reviews2019
Dev: Team LadybugPub: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 41.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Touhou Luna Nights is a Metroidvania title with a heavy emphasis on exploration and action. Developed by Team Ladybug, creators of multiple fantastic action games thus far.
Why similar: Faith 45.9% ★, Bullet Hell 34.5%, Action 11.4%, Indie 8.2%
Why You'll Like It: While a metroidvania, this fan game features a brilliant time-stop mechanic that captures the creative spirit of Touhou's unique gameplay systems.
- #12 Danmaku Unlimited 3
91% matchVery Positive87% of 240 reviews2017
Dev: Doragon Entertainment
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.3 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Take to the skies once again as the last defender of humanity against overwhelming odds! Lovingly built to be enjoyed by newcomers and genre veterans alike, Danmaku Unlimited 3 is a perfect medley of the best aspects of classic bullet hell shooters wrapped up in a modern and approachable package.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 41.2%, Shoot 'Em Up 31.2%, Action 15.4%, Indie 12.2%
Why You'll Like It: It delivers a highly polished, accessible, yet challenging bullet-hell experience with a focus on rhythmic dodging and screen-clearing power.
- #13 Danmaku Amanojaku ~ Impossible Spell Card.
89% matchVery Positive98% of 179 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
ルール無用の弾幕地獄週間！ 華麗に、ずる賢く、卑怯な手でしのぎきれ！
Why similar: Faith 33.1% ★, Bullet Hell 29.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.4%, Action 10.5%, Indie 10.4%
Why You'll Like It: This game focuses on puzzle-like bullet-hell challenges that require specific item usage, much like the tactical nature of the seed game.
- #14 Ikaruga
88% matchVery Positive95% of 2,307 reviews2014
Dev: TREASURE
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 65%
Shoot! Dodge! and... Get Hit!? "Ikaruga" is a vertical shoot 'em up that features an unique polarity-switching gameplay. Switch the ship's polarity and "get hit and absorb" enemy bullets! Achieve High Score with the chain bonus!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 49%, Shoot 'Em Up 42.8%, Action 6.3%, Indie 1.9%
Why You'll Like It: The polarity-switching mechanic requires the same level of tactical bullet interaction and pattern recognition found in the seed game's freezing system.
- #15 Touhou Juuouen 〜 Unfinished Dream of All Living Ghost.
85% matchVery Positive93% of 1,230 reviews2023
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 15.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
東方Project第19弾は、対戦型弾幕シューティング！ ダークで元気いっぱいで、ちょっぴり可愛い妖獣たちの狂宴をお楽しみに。
Why similar: Faith 36.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.8%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Action 12.6%, Indie 5.8%
Why You'll Like It: This competitive-style shooter brings a unique head-to-head dynamic that adds a new dimension to the standard bullet-hell formula.
- #16 東方幕華祭 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival
86% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,440 reviews2018
Dev: 東方幕華祭制作组
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 193.5 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Fantastic Danmaku Festival is a Touhou Project fanfiction STG with colourful danmaku, beautiful remix music and original music. Besides the characters we know in Touhou Project, there is also a brand new original character named Nix in this game! With the Scarlet Devil mansion as their stage, the girls are soaring in the sky of Gensokyo!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 35.7%, Faith 29.1% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Action 11.4%, Indie 9.8%
Why You'll Like It: This fan-made title captures the authentic Touhou aesthetic and gameplay feel with impressive production values.
- #17 Hifuu Nightmare Diary ~ Violet Detector.
86% matchMostly Positive76% of 297 reviews2018
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
東方Project第16.5弾！ 超能力女子高生「宇佐見菫子」に、突如襲いかかる幻想郷の住人達。その恐ろしくも美しい弾幕を、スマホに撮りまくり、SNS映えを狙おう！ サイキカルでSNS映え狙いのシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Faith 35.2% ★, Bullet Hell 26.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.9%, Action 12.3%, Indie 12.1%
Why You'll Like It: This game provides a series of bite-sized, high-difficulty challenges that test your ability to navigate complex bullet patterns.
- #18 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part II
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 2,597 reviews2019
Dev: 东方幕华祭制作组
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Touhou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival part II is a danmaku shooting game, which is the second part of Touhou Makuka Sai. The repeat of incident is coming again. Can the girls going to the netherworld solve the mystery?
Why similar: Faith 37.7% ★, Bullet Hell 36.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.1%, Indie 7.6%
Why You'll Like It: A direct improvement on the first, offering more refined patterns and a deeper dive into the series' signature style.
- #19 Touhou Bunkachou ～ Shoot the Bullet.
84% matchVery Positive97% of 104 reviews2021
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
天狗と妖怪の日常を覗き見られる小劇場シューティング 妖怪の不思議で美しい弾幕を撮れ！撃て！
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Faith 23.1% ★, Action 22.4%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Indie 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: It focuses on the core challenge of capturing spell cards through photography, emphasizing precision and pattern memorization.
- #20 TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part III
81% matchVery Positive90% of 1,176 reviews2025
Dev: 东方幕华祭制作组
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 85%
"Touhou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part III" is a bullet hell shooting game with a distinctive, glamorous presentation style. It is the third game in the Touhou Makuka Sai series. The strange moon seems to hide a new conspiracy. Charge into the deep world on the eternal night!
Why similar: Faith 42.4% ★, Bullet Hell 25.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 20.7%, Action 7.6%, Indie 3.6%
Why You'll Like It: The latest in this high-quality fan series, providing a modern take on classic danmaku mechanics.
- #21 Touhou Chireiden ~ Subterranean Animism.
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 758 reviews2020
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 19.3 hrs≥1hr: 76%
弾幕は 地獄であるほど 美しい 深ければ深いほど地底は地獄の姿を取り戻す ヘリッシュでラブリーな弾幕シューティング地獄
Why similar: Faith 26.9% ★, Bullet Hell 26.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.1%, Action 15.1%, Indie 14.8%
Why You'll Like It: Known for its high difficulty and excellent soundtrack, it is a must-play for those seeking a true test of their dodging skills.
- #22 RefRain - prism memories -
83% matchVery Positive98% of 135 reviews2016
Dev: RebRankPub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 4.4 hrs≥1hr: 86%
RefRain - prism memories - is an empowering, cyberpunk, bullet-hell shoot-’em-up that focuses on fast-paced, offensive gameplay. “Dive” into a hazardous digital world, cycle through 3 different attack modes, and delete the opposition with superior firepower.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 27.9%, Bullet Hell 26.6%, Action 24.7%, Indie 20.8%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a high-speed, technical bullet-hell experience with deep scoring systems that will appeal to fans of challenging shooters.
- #23 Double Spoiler
82% matchVery Positive97% of 90 reviews2019
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
天狗の取材は一方的で新聞記事は捏造ばかり。 強行取材、捏造記事の楽しさを君にも！ トラディショナルな妖怪達の本気の日常を激写せよ！
Why similar: Faith 26.4% ★, Bullet Hell 23.6%, Action 19.7%, Indie 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: The photography-based gameplay provides a unique, puzzle-oriented approach to dodging bullets that fans of the seed game will appreciate.
- #24 Touhou Kinjoukyou ～ Fossilized Wonders.
79% matchVery Positive91% of 804 reviews2025
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Team Shanghai Alice presents a bullet hell shooter! The 20th installment of the Touhou Project. Utilize the powers you've acquired to overcome new challenges!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 33.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 27.2%, Faith 21.7% ★, Action 9.6%, Indie 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: This newer entry provides a polished arcade experience that fits perfectly into the library of any dedicated bullet-hell fan.
- #25 Touhou Kaeizuka ～ Phantasmagoria of Flower View.
80% matchVery Positive98% of 322 reviews2022
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 5.8 hrs≥1hr: 54%
桜、紫陽花、向日葵、彼岸花、 幻想の花は散ることなく咲き続ける。弾幕の花も然り。 弾幕の対戦型フラワリングシューティング！一人でも大変遊べます。
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 28.8%, Faith 25% ★, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Action 18.7%, Indie 6.7%
Why You'll Like It: This competitive split-screen shooter offers a different pace while staying true to the series' core bullet-hell mechanics.
- #26 Azure Reflections
81% matchVery Positive88% of 194 reviews2019
Dev: souvenir circ.Pub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 90.2 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Azure Reflections is an insane, side-scrolling bullet hell fangame based on one of the hottest shooting game series to come out of Japan, the Touhou Project! Enemies come at you from all directions with a relentless hail of bullets! Fight back with a well-timed Danmaku Rush to tear your way through bullets and enemies alike!
Why similar: Faith 35.7% ★, Bullet Hell 20.9%, Action 17.3%, Indie 14.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 12%
Why You'll Like It: This side-scrolling take on the genre offers a fresh perspective while maintaining the cute aesthetic and bullet-hell intensity of the seed game.
- #27 Black Market of Bulletphilia ~ 100th Black Market.
79% matchVery Positive82% of 503 reviews2022
Dev: 上海アリス幻樂団Pub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
東方Project第18.5弾。上海アリス幻樂団による弾幕シューティング！ 市場は２種類あった？ 魔理沙が闇市場の調査（＆カード蒐集）に大奮闘！ アビリティカードを駆使して遊ぶ、ハイスピードでブラックなシューティング幻想！
Why similar: Faith 45.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 28.2%, Action 9.8%, Bullet Hell 9.6%, Indie 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: The ability-focused gameplay allows for creative builds, providing a fun and experimental take on the traditional Touhou formula.
- #28 ZeroRanger
78% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 2,130 reviews2018
Dev: System Erasure
Windows
Median: 4.3 hrsMean: 12.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
This is the story of a fighter who wanted to become...
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 38.7%, Bullet Hell 35.9%, Action 13%, Indie 12.4%
Why You'll Like It: An innovative shooter that constantly subverts expectations with its mechanics and retro-inspired presentation.
- #29 Touhou Blooming Chaos 2
77% matchVery Positive93% of 2,578 reviews2021
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows
Median: 4.9 hrsMean: 34.8 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Touhou Blooming Chaos 2 is an brand new rogue shooter where you control a character of a varied cast to explore an all randomized labyrinth. Enjoy the excessive fun of reaping enemies and character training. With balanced difficulty, you can always find your place as either beginner or veteran!
Why similar: Faith 35.2% ★, Action 21.5%, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Indie 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 7.1%
- #30 Touhou Blooming Chaos
78% matchVery Positive90% of 376 reviews2019
Dev: 二色幽紫蝶
Windows
Median: 1.4 hrsMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Touhou Blooming Chaos is a shooting game, Reimu Hakurei and Marisa, fighting enemies with barrages and spell cards. Unlike general shooting games, the operation is more flexible and there are more areas to explore. A gorgeous game experience is irresistible!
Why similar: Faith 42.7% ★, Bullet Hell 20.6%, Action 14.9%, Indie 11.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 10%
- #31 東方剛欲異聞 ～ 水没した沈愁地獄
77% matchVery Positive83% of 749 reviews2021
Dev: 黄昏フロンティアPub: SUNFISH Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.2 hrsMean: 6.4 hrs≥1hr: 65%
不思議な力を持つ少女たちを操作して異変の解決を目指す2D弾幕アクションゲーム。立ち塞がる敵が繰り出して くる圧倒的弾幕を時には避け、時には攻撃で無害な水にして切り抜け、戦場に溢れた水を使う事で強力な攻撃 「スペルカード」を繰り出し決闘を制していく駆け引きのゲームです。 主人公は複数から選択可能で、ストーリーもゲーム内容もそれぞれ個性に応じて違った展開を楽しめます。 無数の弾幕とライバルを蹴散らし、この世界の異変の元凶をその目で確かめてください。
Why similar: Faith 37.9% ★, Bullet Hell 33.4%, Action 18.1%, Indie 10.7%
- #32 Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy
73% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 8,302 reviews2024
Dev: GAMEPULSE 游戏脉冲
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 11.3 hrs≥1hr: 83%
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy is an indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.Step into the shoes of Cirno, the Hero of Ice, as she embarks on a journey against evil, liberating Gensokyo and saving her dear princess.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 66%, Indie 17.1%, Action 16.9%
- #33 Touhou Kikamu ~ Elegant Impermanence of Sakura
76% matchVery Positive97% of 477 reviews2020
Dev: 东方祈华梦制作组
Windows
Median: 2.4 hrsMean: 28.8 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Touhou Kikamu ~ Elegant Impermanence of Sakura is a fangame of Touhou Project series, it manifests as a traditional STG like most official Touhou Project games.
Why similar: Faith 46.5% ★, Bullet Hell 31.2%, Indie 22.3%
- #34 Touhou Dystopian
72% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,022 reviews2025
Dev: Kay Lnk
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 8.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Touhou Project's Brand New Action Roguelite Fan Game! Strange incidents erupt in the Animal Realm and Primate Spirit Garden. Embark on an unknown journey, uncover the truth behind the anomalies, and break through this 'Touhou Dystopian'!
Why similar: Faith 59.4% ★, Action 29.2%, Indie 11.4%
- #35 東方憑依華 ～ Antinomy of Common Flowers.
76% matchVery Positive91% of 1,936 reviews2018
Dev: 黄昏フロンティアPub: SUNFISH Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 400.3 hrs≥1hr: 73%
今度の異変は二人で一人？ いまだ煽り続ける都市伝説が新たな異変を引き起こす 今度の異変は二人が一人！？ならば二人で解決するしかない！
Why similar: Faith 53.6% ★, Bullet Hell 27.1%, Action 10.1%, Indie 9.2%
- #36 Touhou Endless Dream
73% matchVery Positive94% of 1,872 reviews2021
Dev: a10a010Pub: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 12.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
A bullet hell roguelike game. Players can utilize characters with different abilities, collect and assemble powerful items. Dance through an unending barrage of bullets to save both yourself and Touhou Gensokyo from the darkness that is engulfing everything.
Why similar: Faith 57.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 30.5%, Indie 12.3%
- #37 Touhou : Shooting Star | 東方流星譚
75% matchVery Positive89% of 141 reviews2020
Dev: 星屑ラボラトリーPub: T-Works
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 13.7 hrs≥1hr: 48%
As a wizard "Marisa Kirisame", Fly in the Gensokyo! This is fun game of "Touhou Project"! See beautiful danmaku of touhou characters. Develop your weapon, armor, spell card to get strong. Let's play "Danmaku"!
Why similar: Faith 40.3% ★, Indie 25.4%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 14.5%
- #38 永远消失的幻想乡 ～ The Disappearing of Gensokyo
75% matchVery Positive84% of 3,556 reviews2018
Dev: MyACG Studio
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 61.6 hrs≥1hr: 83%
"The Disappearing of Gensokyo" is a Touhou Project doujin game from MyACG Studio, a Chinese doujin game fan circle. We have re-imagined Touhou as an ARPG, creating this "Danmaku-Shooting-ARPG". We hope this game will be a good experience for those who are both new and knowledgeable of Touhou!
Why similar: Faith 50% ★, Bullet Hell 30.8%, Action 10.8%, Indie 8.5%
- #39 Tempest of the Heavens and Earth
74% matchVery Positive91% of 327 reviews2018
Dev: LION HEARTPub: DLsite
Windows
Median: 3.7 hrsMean: 8.3 hrs≥1hr: 75%
"Rogue Celestial, seek out your own path to the heavens." An Ecstatic-class Stylish 2D Action Game controlling Tenshi Hinanawi, as she runs all around the realms of Gensokyo! You are the path of righteousness itself! (A derivative game inspired by the Touhou Project universe.)
Why similar: Faith 51% ★, Action 30.2%, Indie 18.8%
- #40 UDONGEIN X
73% matchVery Positive92% of 441 reviews2021
Dev: Bar Holographic Otaku
Windows
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Help Reisen Udongein Inaba navigate through 14 action packed stages in this exhilarating 2D Bullet Hell Platformer based on Touhou Project!
Why similar: Faith 37.8% ★, Bullet Hell 18.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 18.7%, Action 18.3%, Indie 6.4%
- #41 Yoiyami Dancers: Twilight Danmaku Dancers
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 659 reviews2022
Dev: tripper_roomPub: Mediascape Co., Ltd.
Windows
Median: 2.3 hrsMean: 5.0 hrs≥1hr: 69%
Dodge bullets to the rhythm and take down everything that moves! A rhythmical danmaku action game.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 40.6%, Faith 34.7% ★, Action 24.7%
- #42 Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy: Prologue
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 3,365 reviews2021
Dev: GAMEPULSE 游戏脉冲
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 7.1 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy Prologue is a fanmade indie game developed by GAMEPULSE.To save the Princess of Misty Lake "Daiyousei", from the evil who took her captive. You must play as the brave Hero of Ice Fairy "Cirno" and face "Remilia Scarlet" of the Kouma Castle
Why similar: Bullet Hell 57%, Action 23.1%, Faith 11.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 8.4%
- #43 Gensokyo Night Festival
74% matchMostly Positive72% of 4,726 reviews2019
Dev: WSS playground
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 99.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Gensokyo Night Festival is a 2D action-exploration game set in the world of Gensokyo.Join Suika Ibuki as she wreaks havoc throughout Gensokyo against the backdrop of the festival held at Hakurei Shrine.
Why similar: Faith 52.2% ★, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Action 15.1%, Indie 13.1%
- #44 Touhou: Scarlet Curiosity
72% matchVery Positive93% of 1,295 reviews2018
Dev: Ankake SpaPub: XSEED Games
Windows
Median: 3.6 hrsMean: 13.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
The world of Touhou comes alive in this beautiful action RPG (featuring “bullet hell” elements, of course!). Infamous vampire Remilia Scarlet and her dutiful maid, Sakuya, set off to chase rumors of a massive monster, all while sending baddies flying with fluid action and signature skills!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 59.2%, Action 23.3%, Indie 17.5%
- #45 Valkyrie of Phantasm
70% matchVery Positive87% of 611 reviews2024
Dev: AREAZEROPub: PLAYISM
Windows
Median: 1.0 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 51%
Control characters from the Touhou Project series in this shooting action game featuring high-speed aerial versus combat! Danmaku battles faster than you've ever seen will unfold in the skies of Gensokyo as you use your mobility to dodge countless bullets flying at you with a variety of spells.
Why similar: Faith 76.8% ★, Action 15.2%, Indie 8%
- #46 东方雪莲华 ～ Abyss Soul Lotus.
70% matchVery Positive93% of 436 reviews2023
Dev: 雨夜枫雪制作组
Windows
东方雪莲华是东方project的二次同人STG游戏。登场人物、弹幕、音乐、剧情皆为原创。在幻想乡存亡之际，为了对抗冻结一切的严寒，少女们团结起来，挽救危在旦夕的幻想乡！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 31.9%, Faith 29.8% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 24.7%, Action 9.4%, Indie 4.3%
- #47 Mirage Feathers
68% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 2,386 reviews2024
Dev: oyasumi Workshop
Windows
Median: 1.6 hrsMean: 8.1 hrs≥1hr: 66%
「Maybe one day, I won't have to fight when I fly.」
Why similar: Bullet Hell 42.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 34.1%, Action 14.1%, Indie 9.2%
- #48 Touhou Fantasia / 东方梦想曲
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 1,487 reviews2019
Dev: SlimeSmile
Windows
This is a fan-made Touhou shmup with one single stage, similar to the extra stage of official Touhou games. This game has an auto dodging system, which gives you a choice to ignore all the danmaku and only focus on the story.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 32.8%, Faith 27% ★, Action 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Indie 12%
- #49 Touhou Danmaku Kagura Phantasia Lost
68% matchVery Positive82% of 2,336 reviews2024
Dev: Alliance Arts
Windows
Median: 4.1 hrsMean: 18.4 hrs≥1hr: 79%
"The collapse of Gensokyo... it was all you - " To rebuild the now barren phantasia, Reimu's journey begins. A Touhou Project officially approved derivative rhythm action game.
Why similar: Faith 59.3% ★, Action 18.1%, Bullet Hell 17.2%, Indie 5.5%
- #50 Rabi-Ribi
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 12,161 reviews2016
Dev: CreSpirit
Windows
Median: 11.8 hrsMean: 64.4 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Dodge bullets, missiles and lasers in battle as you wrap your head around that bunny girl costume! Combo away with your mighty Piko Hammer or spam various spells from afar with your fiery fairy friend. Explore and explode through Rabi-Rabi Island as you collect power-ups and uncover secrets...
Why similar: Bullet Hell 60.7%, Action 21.2%, Indie 18.1%
- #51 Gensokyo Defenders
70% matchVery Positive93% of 135 reviews2019
Dev: NeetpiaPub: Phoenixx Inc.
Windows
Use Traps and Spell Cards to fight back the magical masses! Blistering shoot-em-up action meets tactical tower defense as you choose from almost 20 popular characters to stop the fairy onslaught! Take advantage of their unique powers and tricky Traps to freeze, fry, and blow your enemies away!
Why similar: Faith 45.5% ★, Action 31.5%, Bullet Hell 18.4%, Indie 4.7%
- #52 東方资志疏 ~ Immortal Immanuel. (东方资志疏)
67% matchVery Positive95% of 109 reviews2025
Dev: 雾雨威Channel
Windows
中国风东方Project二次同人STG游戏,剧情承接虹龙洞之后,古代帝王穿越到幻想乡发动异变！开始紧张刺激的弹幕游戏吧！
Why similar: Bullet Hell 37.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 30.3%, Action 20.6%, Indie 11.7%
- #53 東方眠世界 ~ Wonderful Waking World
67% matchVery Positive98% of 291 reviews2022
Dev: Oligarchomp
Windows
A simplistic, dynamic Touhou fangame bullet hell shmup with a pixel art esthetic. Shoot down your enemies and dodge your way through an incessant barrage of projectiles!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 38.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.5%, Faith 19.3% ★, Action 13.1%, Indie 5.2%
- #54 Touhou Genso Wanderer -Reloaded-
68% matchVery Positive93% of 1,829 reviews2018
Dev: AQUASTYLE
Windows
Median: 9.6 hrsMean: 63.3 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Based on the "Touhou Project" world, Touhou Genso Wanderer -Reloaded- is an addictive roguelike RPG that's easy for beginners to pickup and play, but with tons of advanced options for pros! Explore dungeons with your Touhou favorites characters, collect loot, and battle over the Golden Spheres!
Why similar: Faith 81.4% ★, Indie 18.6%
- #55 Deathsmiles
69% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 609 reviews2016
Dev: CAVE Interactive CO.,LTD.Pub: KOMODO
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 5.2 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 45%, Shoot 'Em Up 37.9%, Action 11.3%, Indie 5.8%
- #56 东方龙隐談 ~ Touhou Chaos of Black Loong
69% matchVery Positive86% of 161 reviews2019
Dev: Lonhong TeamPub: Lonhong Media
Windows
本次引起异变的是来自中华的神秘力量——拥有婀娜身影和强大力量的她们，会给幻想乡带来怎样的惊喜或麻烦呢？ 本作采用双自机模式，一共有四组自机华丽登场！不同的自机会有不同的操作体验，望能给您带来丰富的操作体验！
Why similar: Faith 41.6% ★, Bullet Hell 26.4%, Indie 18.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13%
- #57 Touhou Artificial Dream in Arcadia
64% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 1,179 reviews2023
Dev: Bar Holographic Otaku
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 8.7 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Explore Gensokyo from an outsider's perspective in this old-school Touhou DRPG!
Why similar: Faith 55.2% ★, Bullet Hell 40.5%, Indie 4.4%
- #58 东方栖霞园 ~ Blue devil in the Belvedere.
66% matchVery Positive93% of 382 reviews2021
Dev: 东方祈华梦制作组
Windows
Mysterious red eyes popped up in forest, the shrine was raided by unknown vermin, ominous black magic diffused everywhere, while the scarlet devil had been awaiting for opportunity... Is it an magic outbreak, or a conspiracy? Now, set out on a journey to the truth and unravel the enigmas!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 44.1%, Action 25.8%, Faith 23.7% ★, Indie 6.4%
- #59 TOUHOU SKY ARENA MATSURI CLIMAX
67% matchVery Positive89% of 234 reviews2020
Dev: AREAZEROPub: Mediascape Co.,Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 7.0 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Touhou girls fight dramatic battles in the sky! A 3D fired-up battle action game based on Touhou Project! Features a "Fired-up Battle System", in which characters abilities change to the playing song.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 46.3%, Faith 28.2% ★, Action 25.4%
