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542 games like Beat Hazard 3 · 1987 – 2026

  • Just Two · Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upShmup

    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.

    70 rating0 lists1.5 h main storyOften paired

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  • Nintendo console exclusive

    Martin Mauersics · Linux, macOS, Windows +1

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upShmup

    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.

    0 lists2 h main storyOften paired

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  • Xbox console exclusive

    Serenity Forge · macOS, Windows, Xbox One

    ShooterIndieShoot 'em upShmupAction

    In this non-shooting shoot 'em up, you are a single white pixel who can absorb the bodies, abilities, and weapons of every enemy pixel you collect. It's up to you to stay either a small and nimble ship, or turn large and powerful. Just reme

    80 rating0 listsOften paired

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  • Cygnus Studios · MS-DOS, Linux, Windows +2

    ShooterShoot 'em upShmupActionScience fiction

    It's the BEST IBM shooter yet! A fast paced slugfest, with a pulse-pounding sound track, and jaw-dropping VGA animation & cinematics. In the future as a mercenary flying the super-tech Raptor, you'll be sent on interplanetary missions to kn

    78 rating0 lists4.5 h main storyOften paired

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  • Infinite Dreams · Android, iOS, PS4 +5

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upAction

    There are many scrolling shooters but none of them is like "Sky Force". This stunning shoot ‘em up game combines the classic arcade elements with the new possibilities offered by current technology. The new installment in the series just ca

    75 rating4 lists16 h main storyOften paired

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  • Linux, macOS, Windows

    ShooterIndieShoot 'em upShmupAction

    Warspace 2 is an open world RPG space shooter where you can trade, craft, fight and explore procedurally generated universe!

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  • Pieslice Productions · Windows, Switch, PS4 +2

    ShooterIndieArcadeShmupAction

    Crisis Wing is a mid-90’s style arcade shoot’em up (shmup) game with frantic fast-paced gameplay and colorful pixel graphics.

    70 rating0 lists0.5 h main storyOften paired

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  • Coldwild Games · Linux, macOS, Switch +2

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upShmup

    An old robot named H-34-RT wakes up in a derelict space station orbiting his home planet. His civilization was destroyed long ago by evil O'Xelg, but he has yet to figure that out. After an initial shock, he decides to follow his old defens

    70 rating0 lists2 h main storyOften paired

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  • SNK · Neo Geo, Arcade, Neo Geo CD +3

    ShooterShoot 'em upShmupActionBird view / Isometric

    Ghost Pilots is a vertical-scrolling shoot 'em up arcade game released in 1991 by SNK.

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  • Toaplan · Arcade, Linux, macOS +1

    ShooterArcadeShmupActionScience fiction

    Out Zone is a vertically scrolled run and gun video game set in the future of the year 2097, where an alien race from the fictional planet Owagira are threatening to wipe out humanity. After multiple failed attempts to defend Earth against

    0 lists1 h main storyOften paired

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  • Sega exclusive

    Zyrinx · Sega Genesis

    Shoot 'em upShooterShmupActionScience fiction

    The game consists of 10 missions. Each mission takes place in a vast cavern, with interesting weather conditions. You must explore it and complete the mission objectives -- usually collecting sub parts, rescuing trapped miners, or destroyin

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  • 10tons · Windows, Xbox One, PS4 +2

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upShmup

    Xenoraid is an exciting vertically scrolling shoot'em up rooted in the classic action gameplay of the genre with modern additional features. Intercept the alien threat in missions that play out differently every time. Pilot skillfully to l

    69 rating0 lists5 h main storyOften paired

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  • Endless Shirafu · Windows

    ShooterIndieShoot 'em upShmupAction

    It is a 2D Sci-Fi Action Shoot 'em up that can use command deadly techniques like fighting games. In this title, you can destroy enemies by using 10 distinctive special moves, "Methods", in addition to normal shooting attacks.

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  • Liao Kai · Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upShmup

    This is a hot barrage shooting game. Destroy enemy planes with powerful firepower, shuttle and evade in the barrage. Various scenes with rich colors Planets, Fire Stars, Jupiter Stars, Water Stars, and huge battleships. It's time to drive a

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  • TERARIN GAMES · Windows

    ShooterIndieShoot 'em upShmupAction

    Image Striker is a 2D vertical-scrolling shooting game. You can operate the fighter “Image Striker” to fire shots and destroy enemies. The fighter supports forward shooting and two pods. These pods can be switched forward, sideways and back

    0 lists0.5 h main storyOften paired

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  • Toaplan · Arcade

    ShooterShoot 'em upShmupActionBird view / Isometric

    A shooting game developed and published by Toaplan, released in 1989. The Original Japanese version of what was released in the west as Fire Shark, 'Same! Same! Same!' is notable for being single-player only and having a dramatically height

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  • Shigatake Games · Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upShmup

    An immersive pseudo-3D experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. Destroying enemies in close vicinity dramatically increases both the difficulty and your score. With the Berserk System, dangerous play is the best choice, as high risk

    0 lists1 h main storyOften paired

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  • CAVE Interactive · Arcade

    ShooterArcadeShoot 'em upShmupAction

    ESP Ra.De. is a 1998 arcade game developed by Cave and published by Atlus. It is the first non-DonPachi game released by Cave. ESP Ra.De. received spiritual prequels in the form of the Espgaluda series; however, ESP Ra.De. is related to the

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  • Nintendo console exclusive

    Arkedo Studio · Linux, macOS, Windows +2

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upAction

    Set in a futuristic Odyssey, The Next Penelope is a fast paced action racing game with loud colors, an original story and a challenging risk-reward system. 
Weapons can be mixed and used at any time, but all these abilities cost vital energ

    71 rating0 lists3 h main storyOften paired

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  • Steel Mantis · Windows, PS4, Xbox One +1

    ShooterRhythmIndieArcadeShoot 'em up

    Therion returns as the hunt for Lord Vroll continues. Pilot an advanced machine of death and destruction in this explosive 2.5D side-scrolling shoot ‘em up, and sequel to the critically acclaimed Valfaris. Strap in and unleash mecha hell!

    88 rating0 lists4 h main storyOften paired

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  • Shinu Real Arts · Windows, Switch, PS4 +3

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upShmup

    Wings Of Bluestar is a 2D horizontal shmup (shoot'em up) that offers singe and local multiplayer. It's sci-fi themed and has an anime art style. The game offers a lot of features to unlock using ingame earned points, these features are like

    64 rating0 lists1.5 h main storyOften paired

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  • PS5, Windows, Xbox Series

    ArcadeIndieShoot 'em upShooterShmup

    It's a twin-stick vertical scrolling Shooter hybrid with a cinematic flare: An unrelenting onslaught of eye-popping visuals, ear bursting soundscapes and mind-melting action makes Cygni the vanguard for the next generation of shoot-em ups.

    72 rating2 lists2.5 h main storyOften paired

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  • Glow Games · macOS, Windows, Linux

    ShooterIndieShoot 'em upActionScience fiction

    Dungeons & Robots is an Online Action Shooter RPG, where players team up to battle various enemies, collect resources and dominate territories. Features include, fast-paced combat; elaborate crafting and inventory system; customizable chara

    50 rating0 listsOften paired

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  • CAVE · Arcade, Switch, PS4

    ArcadeShooterShoot 'em upShmupAction

    ESP Ra.De. is a 1998 arcade game developed by Cave and published by Atlus. It is the first non-DonPachi game released by Cave. ESP Ra.De. received spiritual prequels in the form of the Espgaluda series; however, ESP Ra.De. is related to the

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  • FACE · Arcade

    ShooterShoot 'em upActionScience fictionBird view / Isometric

    Nostradamus is a vertically scrolling arcade shoot 'em up released by Face in 1993. Players control either Dalas (player one) or Joanna (player two) to shoot down many different enemies and then defeat the level boss to advance through the

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  • Outside · Windows

    ShooterArcadeShoot 'em upShmupAction

    From the developer of Cosmo Dreamer and Like Dreamer, "Outside", this is a fantastical and comical boss-rush bullet-hell shooting game remade from a free game. Both beginners and experts can enjoy the intense boss rush!

    0 lists2 h main storyOften paired

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  • Liao Kai · Windows

    ShooterArcadeShoot 'em upShmupAction

    G Warrior is a retro hardcore action shooting game. Pick up the gun and destroy all robots and aliens. Fight in colorful scenes such as snowy mountains, caves, seas of fire, alien lairs, etc.! !

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  • OMNIDREAM CREATIONS · Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upAction

    Addictive fast-paced shoot-em-up with beautiful 3D graphics and an amazing soundtrack. 5 ships to choose from and 5 action-packed Stages.

    60 rating0 listsOften paired

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  • Team XDRV · Windows

    RhythmIndieArcadeActionScience fiction

    EX-Xdriver is a hardcore racing-rhythm game with a diverse songlist of high-energy tracks. With over 50 featured artists and tons of fun but challenging charts, you'll always find yourself pushing for intense clears and higher scores. Along

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  • Nintendo console exclusive

    ChillyRoom · Android, iOS, Switch

    ShooterIndieArcadeActionBird view / Isometric

    “In a time of gun and sword, the magical stone that maintains the balance of the world is stolen by high-tech aliens. The world is hanging on a thin thread. It all depends on you retrieving the magical stone…” We honestly can’t keep making

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    2017

    Torrunt · Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upAction

    Shoot, slice and surf on zombies by yourself or with friends. Fight overwhelming amounts of zombies and other monsters summoned by an evil wizard (ooOooOOOo spooky) in an early 1900s London.

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  • Picorinne Soft · Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upShmup

    The feeling of 90's arcade shooter will come again !! Arcade-like side scroll shooter of 7 stages in all!

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  • Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upScience fiction

    Welcome to helm! Steam and Metal — scroll shooter in the steampunk world. Hordes of steam enemies and huge bosses are waiting to be destroyed. Spectacular levels of handcrafted pixels waiting for someone to pass through them. When there are

    60 rating0 lists2 h main storyOften paired

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  • Windows

    ActionArcadeIndieShooterShoot 'em up

    ZeroRanger is a vertically scrolling shoot-em-up with heavy emphasis on shooting, dodging and... mystery? A menacing alien threat, GREEN ORANGE, has begun its invasion. Only two secondary fighters remain to stand against complete annihilat

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  • ShooterArcadeShoot 'em upShmupAction

    Based on the Touhou Project, this is a fantastical and intense bullet-hell Shoot 'em up. Dive into a nightmare where Gensokyo’s strongest fighters gather, and aim to conquer it. There are no special systems or complex controls. From Beginne

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  • PlayStation console exclusive

    PS4, Windows

    ArcadeIndieShoot 'em upShooterAction

    From the collaboration between Housemarque (Resogun, Alienation, Matterfall), and Robotron and Smash TV legendary creator Eugene Jarvis comes Nex Machina, an explosive arcade experience created with competition in mind.

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  • MK Games · Linux, Windows

    IndieArcadeShmupActionScience fiction

    A modern reimagining of the classic Amiga side-scrolling shooter. Engage in high-octane space combat as you navigate through visually stunning environments, obliterate swarms of enemies, and upgrade your arsenal to become the ultimate space

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  • Memoriesin8bit · Linux, Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upShmup

    Doki Doki Gravity Dive is a Score Attack Shoot 'em Up with tiny solar systems as your playground which are populated with tiny worlds and a singularity at their center. Enemies relentlessly invade and it is up to you to keep them at bay. A

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  • GameFlow Studios GmbH · Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upAction

    Regain Earth: First Strike is an arcade shooter game developed by GameFlow Studios from Germany, that was a solo indie game company when they started working on the game. The game is in alpha testing stage. It is planned as PC game first. F

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  • Nintendo console exclusive

    Nichibutsu · Arcade, Switch

    ArcadeShooterShoot 'em upActionScience fiction

    A shooter from the same company who brought you Terra Cresta.

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  • ShivArt · Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upShmup

    Simple and gripping gameplay most commonly as a classical arcade shooter. The game consists of short levels which is perfect for short breaks to relax.

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  • Nintendo console exclusive

    Rogue Snail · macOS, Windows, Switch

    ShooterIndieArcadeActionScience fiction

    Relic Hunter Zero is a free to play open source game. You start with 2 characters and can unlock 4 others through gameplay. The game consists of 4 areas with 3 stages each followed by a checkpoint and then a boss battle. "Bounty" you colle

    70 rating0 lists3 h main storyOften paired

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  • KaleidoGames · Windows

    IndieShoot 'em upActionScience fictionAliens

    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.

    78 rating0 lists10 h main storyOften paired

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  • Sega console exclusive

    SEGA · Arcade, Sega Master System/Mark III, Amiga +8

    ArcadeShoot 'em upShooterActionScience fiction

    Sega's take on the 1943 style of vertically scrolling shoot 'em ups was set in the future. Your fighter plane is aged and under-powered, yet you must face down large planes, tanks and ground targets to achieve victory. Each level ends with

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  • Pietoro · Windows

    ShooterIndieShoot 'em upShmupBird view / Isometric

    Tort Le Magic is a free doujin vertical shooting game by former Amusement Makers member Pietoro, featuring characters from the manga 10 Carat Torte! (天からトルテ!) and music composed by ZUN specifically for this game.

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  • NGD Studios · Windows

    ShooterIndieArcadeShoot 'em upAction

    The Bunch is the most formidable team of elite fighters ever assembled from around the world. What brought them together? Well, obviously the Earth is under attack! An alien invasion is threatening all humankind, without regards to gender,

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