- #1 Gratuitous Space Shooty Game
97% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2024
Dev: Positech Games
Windows
Gratuitous Shooty Game is a hobby space shooter made by the developer of Gratuitous Space Battles, reusing the art from that game :D.
Why similar: Space Sim 23.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.2%, Top-Down Shooter 12%, Bullet Hell 11.9%, Shooter 8.4%
- #2 Space Maxwell: Arcade
96% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2022
Dev: Dreamland Games
Windows
Shoot your enemies and try not to let them multiply themselves and turn the game into a chaotic space battle! Space Maxwell is an arcade shooter where your spaceship has the ability to destroy or to multiply your enemies. Climb the leaderboard and try to survive as long as you can!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Bullet Hell 16%, Psychedelic 10%, Shooter 9.4%
- #3 Cube Space
96% match2 user reviews50% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITE BRIDGE
Windows
Cube Space is a minimalist arcade Shoot `em Up game set in space. You control a spaceship and your task is to score as many points as possible by destroying enemies and obstacles in your path.
Why similar: Space Sim 27% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14%, Top-Down Shooter 12.9%, Bullet Hell 12.6%, Shooter 8.9%
- #4 Alien Wall
95% matchNo user reviews0% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Stefan Preuss
Windows · Mac
Alien Wall is a powerful genre mix between a brick breaker and ‘shoot em up’. Modern retro Arcade fun at its best!
Why similar: Space Sim 25.5% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.7%, Top-Down Shooter 11.9%, Shooter 10.9%, Arcade 10.5%
- #5 Red Galaxy
94% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2021
Dev: CSZgames
Windows
This is a retro space shooting game, where you only fight against the strongest enemy. There are 15 unique bosses in the game, and players need to use different weapons and strategies to defeat them. Dedicated to you who are both challengers and retro game lovers.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18.6%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Shooter 11.7%, Arcade 10.6%, Aliens 10.4%
- #6 PewPew!
94% matchPositive80% of 10 reviews2021
Dev: INFINITE BRIDGE
Windows
PewPew! - move, shoot and upgrade!
Why similar: Space Sim 23.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 12.6%, Top-Down Shooter 12%, Bullet Hell 11.4%, Shooter 7.8%
- #7 Gamma Zero
91% matchPositive90% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Sinclair Gurny
Windows · Mac · Linux
The earth is being attacked by creatures from deep space! Time to bring the fight back to them! Battle through multiple stages of heart pounding bullet hell action. Evade the onslaught of bullets, rack up massive multipliers, and get revenge for your planet!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Bullet Hell 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Aliens 11.4%, Old School 9%
- #8 Exorush
93% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Thrashmodule
Windows
A 2D vertical shoot 'em up that lets you upgrade your ship with an insane amount of options. From missiles and pods to specials and shields, you can upgrade every bit of your ship from guns to thrusters.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 17%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Top-Down Shooter 14.6%, Shooter 11.6%, Arcade 11.1%
- #9 Beyond the Field
92% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Blixel
Windows
Beyond the Field is a 2D pixel art top down shooter set in space, inspired on another classic game with asteroids, where the achievements you unlock along your gameplay contain lore about the current state of the world, with some even being required to unlock the final boss.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 15.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15.2%, Shooter 10.4%, Arcade 9.5%
- #10 Neon Invaders
91% matchPositive93% of 15 reviews2022
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Neon Invaders will take you back to your gaming roots with its constant action and relentlessly brutal enemies. Absorb enemy shots of the same colour to trigger a flurry of fire to decimate the alien invaders. Dodge and Match your way to victory through 40 levels and 5 difficulty settings.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Shooter 10.1%, Arcade 9.3%
- #11 Space Waves
90% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2021
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Space Waves is a procedurally generated 2D arcade style shooter with multiple collectable power ups and varying enemy types. This game will casually draw you in and then increase the pace and difficulty as you progress through the never ending levels.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Shooter 11.2%, Arcade 10.4%
- #12 Netherspace
89% matchPositive85% of 13 reviews2021
Dev: Konstantinos Katsoris
Windows
A sci-fi shoot'em'up game with heavy focus on upgrades experimentation, featuring two unlikely heroes that must work perfectly together, despite their share of secrets, to surpass their limits and succeed in eliminating a threat that might destroy both Earth and Andraxia if left unchecked.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Bullet Hell 16.1%, Top-Down Shooter 13.5%, Shooter 10.5%, Aliens 10.3%
- #13 Don't PANIC!
86% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2026
Dev: YuTech
Windows
A fast‑paced symphony of destruction where you are always outnumbered. Survival demands constant motion, sharp evasion, and smart arsenal management.
Why similar: Space Sim 21.2% ★, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Bullet Hell 10.4%, Shooter 8.2%
- #14 Project AionIX
89% matchNo user reviews
Dev: AionBlaze Studio
Windows
Blast through waves of alien enemies in Project AionIX! Master your piloting skills, dodge, and survive in this fast-paced space shooter!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.4%, Bullet Hell 16.9%, Shooter 11.5%, Aliens 8.1%
- #15 Defense of the Earth
87% matchNo user reviews
Dev: 铖心
Windows
A【Pixel style, rouge、type horizontal、 shooting、 defense 】 game
Why similar: Space Sim 30.7% ★, Top-Down Shooter 15.5%, Bullet Hell 13.4%, Shooter 10.2%, Aliens 9%
- #16 Blorks: The Quest for Magnesium
88% matchNo user reviews2020
Dev: Soiree Games
Windows
Blorks: The Quest for Magnesium is an intense bullet-hell shooter with psychedelic aesthetics reminiscent of late 90s console titles.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 16%, Psychedelic 15.8%, Top-Down Shooter 13.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 13.8%, Arcade 8.9%
- #17 Magic Fairy Fun Blast
86% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Wow Cool Games
Windows
Magic Fairy Fun Blast is a challenging and fast paced arcade style bullet hell arena wave based shooter. You are a fairy that just wants to have fun but your version of fun is different than the rest of the world.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Top-Down Shooter 17.7%, Shooter 9.4%, Psychedelic 8.1%
- #18 SOLSTORM
85% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Jerry Zhu
Windows · Linux
SOLSTORM is a classic hand-crafted arcade bullet hell, skillfully weave, and dodge through 9 stages with waves of projectiles as you persevere and see a space odyssey to the end!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 17.5%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 8.9%
- #19 2 Minutes 16 Seconds (2分16秒)
83% matchPositive88% of 26 reviews2023
Dev: Tiansu Game Design
Windows
This is a 2D Pixel Top-Down Space Shooter Game. The game implemented Rogue-Lite elements, like the survivor series.
Why similar: Space Sim 31.1% ★, Top-Down Shooter 16.8%, Bullet Hell 14.8%, Shooter 10.4%, Top-Down 5.6%
- #20 Ultimate Starfighter
84% match4 user reviews50% of 4 reviews2022
Dev: Michael Allen CooleyPub: Origin Software Development
Windows
An unknown Alien Race has launched a failed attack on Earth Station Alpha and are regrouping! Fight off the incoming fleets, discover where their ships are being constructed, and launch an assault! If Earth Station Alpha is destroyed, the planet will be lost and humanity exterminated.
Why similar: Space Sim 29.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.2%, Shooter 11.1%, Arcade 8.7%
- #21 Bullet Hell Monday
82% matchVery Positive95% of 60 reviews2022
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
Beginner Welcome Bullet Hell Shooter. "Chapter Mode", which is starting from a simple stage and gradually becoming more difficult, is recommended for beginners. Once you get used to bullet hell, let's experience full-scale bullet hell in "Challenge Mode".
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.6%, Top-Down Shooter 19.5%, Bullet Hell 19.3%, Psychedelic 11.8%, Shooter 10.7%
- #22 StormBonk
84% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Edenvind
Windows
A fast, addictive space run where you weave through meteors, blast obstacles, collect coins, and survive wave after wave of rising danger.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.8%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Shooter 11.8%, Arcade 10.2%, Old School 7%
- #23 PolyDestroyer
80% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2026
Dev: CrunchyCode Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Wave-based top-down shooter with between-wave (per-run) upgrades and meta progression. After each wave, pick one of three tiered upgrades that stack into a build. Use Turbo to reposition, Shield to survive, and spend coins on permanent ship upgrades.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.1%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Space Sim 15% ★, Shooter 13.1%, Aliens 12.4%
- #24 Bullet Hell Monday: Black
81% matchPositive94% of 33 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
This is a high-difficulty bullet hell shooting game and a sequel to "Bullet Hell Monday." It offers an exciting experience for players who demand advanced skills and precise strategies. As a common system, six types of special weapons are equipped, expanding the player's tactical range.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 23.8%, Bullet Hell 21%, Top-Down Shooter 20.3%, Shooter 10.4%, Psychedelic 8.2%
- #25 GalaxIverse
82% matchMostly Positive73% of 59 reviews2016
Dev: Sub Orbital Software
Windows
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 3.7 hrs≥1hr: 92%
GalaxIverse is a top down fast paced vertical blastathon, Battle Fleets and formations of aliens with the occasional boss thrown in for good luck.
Why similar: Space Sim 27.4% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 18.3%, Bullet Hell 14.6%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 8.9%
- #26 Akka Arrh
79% matchVery Positive84% of 64 reviews2023
Dev: Llamasoft Ltd.Pub: Atari
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.1 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Akka Arrh is a modern take on a scrapped project from the 1980s, providing players with a fast-paced, addictive, arcade shooter experience and psychedelic visuals. Protect your life rings as you chain together combos and go for a high score!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 18%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.8%, Bullet Hell 17.3%, Shooter 10.3%, Arcade 9.2%
- #27 Laser Droplets
81% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2021
Dev: Kikashi Online
Windows · Mac
Laser Droplets is a mixture of shoot ‘em up, bullet-hell, arcade styled, 2D game. It consists of 16 mini stages, each with a unique stage boss.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 15.3%, Arcade 14.7%, Shooter 7.3%
- #28 Exovore
78% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Tapzilla
Windows · Linux
EXOVORE is a fast-paced twin-stick space horror shoot’em-up inspired by the arcade classic Sinistar. Harvest asteroids, build your arsenal and face an evolving alien terror that hungers for your ship’s core. Retro-style visuals meet modern chaos in this relentless fight for survival among the stars.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.5%, Top-Down Shooter 19%, Bullet Hell 16.5%, Shooter 9.4%, Arcade 8%
- #29 Exo-Calibre
77% matchPositive86% of 21 reviews2025
Dev: Vampixel GamesPub: Eastasiasoft Limited
Windows
Take to the skies as a team of cute pilots and fight for peace in vertical scrolling bullet hell style!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.7%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Shooter 11.3%, Top-Down 5.8%
- #30 Saturn Quest: Blast Effect
78% matchPositive83% of 12 reviews2021
Dev: Arkhouse TelegraphPub: Arkhouse Telegnosis
Windows
Saturn Quest: Blast Effect is a story-driven action adventure game set in the human-less galaxy far far away. Fly, climb, shoot, explore the world and fight the giant bosses in this 8 Bit style Space Opera, full of drama and epic.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 16.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.6%, Bullet Hell 14.3%, Arcade 9.4%, Aliens 9.4%
- #31 Spaced Liberation
79% matchNo user reviews2024
Dev: hoiJesse
Windows
Spaced Liberation is a very small indie game about the liberation of a planet.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 16.6%, Bullet Hell 15.3%, Top-Down Shooter 15%, Aliens 10.4%, Arcade 9.3%
- #32 Space Invaders Extreme
76% 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 16.8%, Bullet Hell 15.6%, Psychedelic 11.7%, Shooter 9.5%, Arcade 8.8%
- #33 ShapeNeon Chaos
75% matchPositive94% of 32 reviews2021
Dev: Beni Games
Windows
ShapeNeon Chaos is an old school style space-shooter. You are a ship facing off waves of deadly enemies. This game was made to give you a shot of adrenaline in a couple of minutes. Lots of bullets and neon in an arcade psychedelic shooter!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 19.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.5%, Bullet Hell 16.2%, Psychedelic 14.8%, Arcade 9.6%
- #34 Arcade Forever
73% match2 user reviews0% of 2 reviews2025
Dev: KOD7
Windows
Arcade Forever is a 3D vertical space shooter. This is an action game in which many enemies, obstacles and different weapons guarantee great fun. If you like fast space action, this is the game for you.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 19.8%, Bullet Hell 19.6%, Shooter 13%, Space 8%
- #35 Sophstar
73% matchVery Positive100% of 102 reviews2022
Dev: Banana Bytes
Windows
A vertical arcade shoot'em up with an inventive teleport system, lots of fast-blazing action and explosions, tons of boss fights, a risk/reward based score system and a proper challenge for both veteran and new players of the genre.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Top-Down Shooter 16.9%, Bullet Hell 16.6%, Aliens 8.6%, Shooter 8%
- #36 G-MODEアーカイブス+ 弾幕検定死験-大往生編-
74% matchPositive100% of 13 reviews2022
Dev: G-MODE
Windows
It's time for the death test, bullet believers. Prove your strength in the face of an ever-growing opponent.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 26%, Top-Down Shooter 22.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.2%, Shooter 13.9%, Arcade 11.3%
- #37 Nemesis Galaxy at War
77% matchNo user reviews2025
Dev: Systemfinity Studios Ltd
Windows
An endless sci-fi asteroid shooter where each level gets harder. Battle enemies, collect upgrades, and survive infinite waves of intense space combat!
Why similar: Space Sim 32.2% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 24%, Shooter 12%, Aliens 6.3%, Top-Down 6.1%
- #38 Orchid Glitter
76% matchNo user reviews
Dev: Tamazusa
Windows
Orchid Glitter is late 2000s style 2d shmups. This isn't just a bullet-hell shooter where you dodge bullets. The game design also includes features like eliminating bullets with charge attacks, and earning points and resources by taking dangerous actions.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 24.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Bullet Hell 20.4%, Arcade 7.2%, Shooter 6.8%
- #39 1x! Space Adventure
75% match8 user reviews100% of 8 reviews2020
Dev: Lunar Madcap
Windows
1x! Space Adventure is an arcade top-down shump with gradually increasing difficulty.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.4%, Bullet Hell 19.9%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 14.1%
- #40 .Decluster & .Decluster Zero
73% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
The vertical scrolling shooter game '.Decluster' and its sequel '.Decluster Zero' are now available in one package.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25.1%, Bullet Hell 21.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20%, Shooter 12.3%, Arcade 7.6%
- #41 Stop the Saturnians!
74% match5 user reviews100% of 5 reviews2022
Dev: Jeff Sinasac
Windows
Stop the Saturnians is a shooter inspired by classic arcade games. Dodge enemy fire, destroy procedurally generated alien waves and fight massive bosses. Collect resources in the midst of combat to upgrade your ship or improve Earth's defenses. Protect yourself and the planet both!
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.1%, Shooter 10.9%, Aliens 10.7%, Arcade 9.9%
- #42 Defender's Squad: The Last Ride
71% 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 21.3%, Shooter 12.6%, Bullet Hell 10.6%, Arcade 9.7%, Top-Down Shooter 9%
- #43 4D:XD
72% matchPositive82% of 11 reviews2023
Dev: Ryan Brammen
Windows
4D:XD is a top-down 2D bullet hell space shooter. Conquer the game with as few deaths as possible!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 23.5%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.8%, Top-Down Shooter 21.1%, Shooter 11.5%, Arcade 9.5%
- #44 The Battle of Aurinoxia
70% 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 24.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 23.3%, Shooter 13%, Arcade 11.1%, Aliens 7.2%
- #45 NewMe NuMe LuMe: Alien Wars
71% match6 user reviews100% of 6 reviews2024
Dev: Ho RaBii
Windows
Summoned into the otherworldly realm of 'NewMe NuMe LuMe', the protagonist Kim Ttolttol must aid the gods who summoned her to defeat enemies and return home in this 2D top-down action game. Utilize a variety of weapons to vanquish diverse foes!
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 20.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.3%, Bullet Hell 14.4%, Shooter 14.3%, Arcade 11.9%
- #46 Salvager
70% match1 user reviews100% of 1 reviews2025
Dev: Fox and Hollow Studios
Windows
Physics-based arcade, top-down space shooter. Pilot the Salvager, collect salvage to upgrade your ship, balancing an economy by mining asteroids and fending off waves of enemy ships, ultimately growing so large as to destroy planets.
Why similar: Space Sim 30.8% ★, Top-Down Shooter 16.1%, Bullet Hell 16%, Arcade 9.8%, Top-Down 5.3%
- #47 Dininho Space Adventure
72% matchMostly Positive76% of 17 reviews2021
Dev: Dininho
Windows
Dininho sees an imminent threat on a planet within his system. Taken by a mixture of euphoria and concern, Dininho jumps into his ship and without thinking twice, takes off towards what may be the most dangerous and heroic adventure of your life.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 20.5%, Bullet Hell 20.3%, Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shooter 14.1%, Arcade 13.6%
- #48 Asteroidia
69% matchPositive100% of 12 reviews2025
Dev: Duk Studios
Windows
A simple and fun space shooter.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 22.9%, Shoot 'Em Up 21.4%, Top-Down Shooter 20.7%, Shooter 10.5%, Arcade 7.9%
- #49 Space Slaughter
71% match7 user reviews100% of 7 reviews2023
Dev: segvec
Windows · Mac · Linux
Test your skill while trying to unlock all ships by fighting on 6 unique maps full of different kind of enemies!
Why similar: Space Sim 26% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 14.1%, Bullet Hell 13.7%, Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 8%
- #50 Bullet Hell Monday: Finale
69% matchVery Positive95% of 84 reviews2023
Dev: Masayuki Ito
Windows
"Bullet Hell Monday: Finale" is a beginner-friendly bullet hell shooter. Upgrade your craft, clear the Chapter Mode, defeat bosses, and enhance your abilities to conquer stages.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 25%, Bullet Hell 22.1%, Top-Down Shooter 20.5%, Shooter 8.6%, Psychedelic 8.5%
- #51 Neon Striker
66% matchVery Positive89% of 81 reviews2025
Dev: Zeno's Adventure Team
Windows · Mac · Linux
Configure the weaponry on your ship to blast away enemies as you navigate through swarms of bullets and space battles. Each ship has unique customization options and playstyles.
Why similar: Space Sim 24% ★, Top-Down Shooter 16.3%, Shoot 'Em Up 16.1%, Bullet Hell 15.8%, Shooter 8.5%
- #52 Warcat Parade
68% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2024
Dev: Hefka Games
Windows · Linux
Catboy in a bullet hell! Nyan, nyan, pew pew pew!
Why similar: Bullet Hell 24.1%, Shoot 'Em Up 21%, Top-Down Shooter 13.6%, Arcade 9.9%, Shooter 8.6%
- #53 Stardust Escape
66% match2 user reviews100% of 2 reviews2026
Dev: Nikolaj Piet PaghPub: PetskullGames
Windows
Survive the neon space chaos in this fast-paced top-down arcade shooter with a twist of Asteroids. Blast through swarms of geometric enemies, complete quirky quests, and upgrade your ship with absurd weapons in a Jetsons-style galaxy brimming with danger, glow, and humor.
Why similar: Space Sim 23.9% ★, Top-Down Shooter 19.9%, Bullet Hell 17.8%, Arcade 9.2%, Aliens 7.1%
- #54 Meteor Blasters
68% matchPositive100% of 17 reviews2022
Dev: Paul Connor
Windows
Meteor Blasters is a non-stop action space shooter. Inspired by Asteroids, this game will see you choose between 6 different ships each with their own characteristics and utilize a variety of weapon powerups to eradicate the space rocks. Play 4 players Co-op or Versus Mode with friends.
Why similar: Space Sim 27.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Aliens 11.1%, Shooter 9.7%, Arcade 8.8%
- #55 Rasant
67% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2024
Dev: Cledson Lopes Marta de OliveiraPub: Cledman Games
Windows
With your ship, face several exciting space battles, full of shots and powerful enemies. Customize your spaceship by making it more and more powerful and get ready for a space trip that will make your adrenaline skyrocket!
Why similar: Space Sim 22.6% ★, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Shoot 'Em Up 15.4%, Bullet Hell 14.9%, Psychedelic 9.3%
- #56 Starfighter Neon
70% match4 user reviews75% of 4 reviews2017
Dev: MadeOfDinosaurs
Windows · Mac
You've been dropped into enemy space. Weave your Starfighter between alien spaceships, lasers, asteroids and bombs destroying as many as you can and collecting valuable coins and powerups as you go.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 18.4%, Top-Down Shooter 16.4%, Bullet Hell 16.4%, Aliens 9.7%, Shooter 8.8%
- #57 Pangaroids
68% matchPositive82% of 17 reviews2022
Dev: Adam Wozniak
Windows · Mac
Destroy the deadly bouncing orbs for the highest score in this Pang meets Asteroids arcade blaster.
Why similar: Top-Down Shooter 17.4%, Shoot 'Em Up 17.3%, Bullet Hell 15.7%, Shooter 9.6%, Arcade 8.3%
- #58 Space Moth: Lunar Edition
67% matchPositive89% of 36 reviews2021
Dev: 1CC GamesPub: Chorus Worldwide Games
Windows
1CC Games’ first shoot ’em up returns with totally overhauled visuals, all-new enemies and attacks, a deeper scoring system, remixed soundtrack and fresh player powers. Space Moth: Lunar Edition is the ultimate version of the beloved cult classic.
Why similar: Shoot 'Em Up 22%, Bullet Hell 19.7%, Psychedelic 17.9%, Arcade 10.6%, Shooter 7.9%
- #59 Lobstar: Arcade Version
69% matchNo user reviews2026
Dev: Team Lobstar
Windows · Mac · Linux
Punch through the cosmos! An arcade-inspired shoot-em-up where you play as an immortal lobster speeding through space.
Why similar: Bullet Hell 19.7%, Shoot 'Em Up 19.2%, Top-Down Shooter 17.3%, Arcade 12.7%, Top-Down 6.5%
- #60 Nanoplanet Survivors
65% matchPositive87% of 15 reviews2025
Dev: Zac MarvinPub: Moonlighter Games
Windows
Nanoplanet Survivors is a heart-pounding bullet hell survival game set on a hostile planet. Battle relentless waves of alien foes and adapt with powerful upgrades and unique character abilities. Epic boss fights make every playthrough a thrilling challenge. Can you emerge as the ultimate survivor?
Why similar: Space Sim 23.6% ★, Shoot 'Em Up 17.6%, Bullet Hell 17%, Top-Down Shooter 16.6%, Aliens 8.1%