Games like 2D-Shooter

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, monetization

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

73% User Score Based on 59 reviews

Take command of a space fleet and start your galaxy exploration mission. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Event Horizon.

Description Galactic Showdown is a fast-paced 2D shooter created in Unity for CAS 117. You’ll battle waves of enemies across multiple levels, using quick reflexes and precise aim to survive. Each level increases in difficulty, testing both your movement and shooting skills as you dodge enemy fire and clear the stage. The game was built by following the 2D Shooter tutorial and then expanded wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Showdown.

This is my 2D shooter project, which was made while following along Brian Winn's "Game Design and Development 1: 2D Shooter" course. As part of the assignment, at least 3 significant modifications needed to be made. As a result I have:- Single-handedly created and added custom music to the game (menu, level, "victory" and "game over" melodies) + one effect (opening the menu);- Added a total of 3 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astro Raider - 2D shooter.

     This is the finished product of the game now titled "Overlord Conqueror!"  You may have recalled the many ideas I had for modifications for my work in progress submission. Though I may not have been able to include all of them within this submission, I was able to get to a few of them. Firstly, I managed to add instructions onto the "Instructions" section of the main menu. Instead of having t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overlord Conqueror!.

A vicious pirate captain has set up a drug lab in a remote asteroid field on the fringes of the galaxy. Will his villainy go unchecked? Not if detective Rex Spacer has anything to say about that! Made for the "Game Design and Development" course from Coursera and MSU.                                                       Major modifications:- 3 levels which grow in complexity, gradually introduci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spaced Out.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

68% User Score Based on 174 reviews

You are a friendly-but-deadly Mech on a journey searching for your missing pilot in this action-packed roguelite shooter. Choose your missions and rewards, research skills, equip expansions, mod your weapons, install plugins, customize your looks and stylishly cut your way through hordes of evil AI. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Uragun.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

90% User Score Based on 21 reviews

Journey in a roguelike where you can design a starship with hundreds of powerful weapons and upgrades.  Use [W, S] to control movement velocity. Use [A, D] to rotate you ship. Control are uncomfortable since you are new to it, but it has proven enjoyable after couples of tries!  [E] to pick up modules. [Left click] to use specialty while [Right click] to activate drill and mine the orefields. E… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starship Scramble.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

87% User Score Based on 325 reviews

ROADMAP About the Game⠀ Embark on an epic saga in Asgard's Fall, a norse Survivors-like Roguelite. Fight your way through hordes of creatures and let the gods feel your relentless wrath. How will your saga unfold? You can choose from a variety of heroes to demonstrate your might in the battle against Asgard, such as the fierce Warrior and the agile Huntress, each with their own distinc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asgard's Fall — Viking Survivors.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, monetization

82% User Score Based on 197 reviews

A run-and-gun action platformer where you level up everything! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cally's Caves 4.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

62% User Score Based on 349 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Asteroid Bounty Hunter is a space shooter mixed with interesting boss fights and breathtaking visuals, with a reward system to take your skill to another level. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asteroid Bounty Hunter.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

77% User Score Based on 31 reviews

Gran Vitreous is a PC shmup that combines classic arena shooter gameplay with the mechanics of a loot driven action RPG. Upgrade your ships equipment and level up as you battle through a galaxy filled with randomly generated encounters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gran Vitreous.

40%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

48% User Score Based on 33 reviews

Bullet Life, originally released in 2010, was the very first video game ever designed as a full on 3D Bullet Hell Shooter. Fly through the skies as and blast your way through enemies with a more stratify based shooting system! Use guns, rockets, hover canons, and more and weave through hundreds of bullets! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bullet Life 2010.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

87% User Score Based on 1,206 reviews

Your music is under attack… You must liberate it! In Symphony, you fight through levels uniquely generated by your own song collection, discover items and vanquish bosses to defeat the evil within! With Symphony, we wanted to push the limits of user-music-based gameplay and focused on two concepts: Your music creates the game Every song has a unique emotion, sound and rhythm, and we wa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Symphony.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

85% User Score Based on 73 reviews

It's the ultimate, strategic SHMUP ReMix! Control TWO combat wings, flick between THREE different formations, and BLAST your way through vast enemy fleets and against overwhelming odds! Liberate planets, build colonies, research lethal tech and skills, craft unique items, or even play 2p co-op with a friend in this unique new indie game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steel Rain.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

74% User Score Based on 714 reviews

Experience the music in a new way. Feel it pulse around you. The Polynomial is a 3D space shooter with unique, mathematical scenery that animates to the music. And this is not some boring mathematics. This is fractals. There are worlds to explore, ugly enemies to kill, pretty allies to protect, bonuses to collect, and scores to beat (if you are into this sort of thing). It also includes arena edit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Polynomial.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability

96% User Score Based on 332 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 3 reviews

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! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathsmiles.

--- INSTRUCTIONS --- Welcome to LuckyBrawl! In this 2D shooter game, you can unlock characters (known as brawlers), gamemodes, modifiers, environments, and environment-exclusive gamemodes using X-Points (also known as points).  For anything that is initially locked, you will be shown how many X-Points are required in order to unlock it. The total number of X-Points you have are displayed on th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LuckyBrawl (v1.1).

Features: Astral Space Journey: Take on epic bosses and creatures from the unknown as you embark on a mind bending trek into deep space. Original Heavy Metal Soundtrack: Blast enemies by shredding and wailing your astral guitar against a rolling backing track. Butt-loads of unique riffs and jams to destroy your enemies with during your voyage. Features a full original soundtrack from Dante Mor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal Voyager.

Author: Travis Levine.  This is for a Coursera course I am taking Game Design and Development 1: 2D Shooter.  Modifications:1. Added multiple enemies to level 1, level 2 and level 3. Changing their scale, rotation, colour, individual speeds and spawn location. Most importantly including different sprite models to differentiate between the enemies.   2. Added an EnvironmentObjects folder that inclu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Destroyer Author: Travis.

A short 2D shooter game made for my projects for Game Development Specialization at MSU. Some information for the peer reviewers..... P.S.- I could not add the Mac build because my installation of Unity doesn't have it due to storage issues. Sorry (: Modifications and additions done in this project include : Design modifications: 1) Added Two original new levels  - a maze (Level2) and an infinite… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Pirates.

This is my 2D Shooter project which is called Phantom Zone, and here are the modifications made from the tutorial: 1) I Changed the design of the menu and added some art elements from the Assets provided, in addition I added the instructions screen page as well as the design of every Level Win screen with some text to add a story touch to the game to make it enjoyable. 2) I provided the game to ha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phantom Zone 1.0.

This game focuses my ability on level design. I wanted to make multiple different types of levels to enhance the user's experience. Levels 1-3 are normal 2D shooter levels, but I added and endless mode and a maze. I don't know if it's just me, but I love seeing maze's in games. I ended up making a pretty big maze that takes about a minute to complete with the instructions. In addition to the level… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2D Shooter Final.

You are humanity's last defense against a brutal unknown alien attacker.  One year ago, scientists on Earth picked up a strange signal originating from deep within the Kuiper Belt. The initial excitement that came with the discovery that we are not alone, however, was soon quelled when radar systems stationed in orbit of Pluto observed a large mass heading towards Titan. The humble colonies of Sat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BATTLE FOR SOL.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

98% User Score Based on 42 reviews

Oh, you're the new manager? Pleased to meet you! Chirp!~ Let's work together on making our very own cafe, where all of our bird friends can come relax, enjoy tasty snacks and have a great time! Can you help me figure out every bird's favorite snacks? Learn recipes: Grow your menu selection over time by re-investing your earnings into more profitable snacks and drinks. From matcha lattes to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cafe Cafe: Idle Bird Collector.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

73% User Score Based on 41 reviews

Drop Dead: The Cabin is a multiplayer (1-4 player) survival horror FPS that throws you and a friend into a pulse-pounding, 1980s-inspired nightmare. Developed by Soul Assembly, this PC & VR-compatible shooter blends co-op action, roguelike replayability, and a retro horror aesthetic into a brutal fight for survival. Lost in the woods, you stumble across a seemingly abandoned cabin. But this i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drop Dead: The Cabin.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

90% User Score Based on 293 reviews

Fight hordes of Covenant & Flood in this new game mixing Roguelite & Bullet Heaven for hours of mindless fun! Have fun surviving Spartan! Spartan Survivors includes 10 playable levels 5 difficulty modes 21 weapons for a total of 105 evolutions // 14 perks with 56 upgrades 8 playable characters with their unique weapons, perks & stats Unlock Custom Game to tailor the game th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spartan Survivors.

-------------------------------------- Introduction to the game -------------------------------------- This is a barrage shooting game (SHMUP / STG) that you can easily get started with low technical requirements; All bullets will destroy each other, which means that as long as you press the fire button, you will hardly have to worry about being killed by the enemy; Under this mechanism, you wil… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vampire Memories - 吸血鬼的回忆.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

75% User Score Based on 88 reviews

SKIGILL: a bullet-hell roguelike survivor, with a huge skill tree! A group of adventurers is trapped in an otherworldly pocket dimension. As they face waves of enemies, their only hope is: The SKIGILL! The SKIGILL A vast magic sigil is etched on the battleground. Each one of its magic nodes provides a boon to its user: statistics increase, weapons, and powerful perks. Defeat enemies, collect re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skigill.

The game builds on the gameplay of Vampire Survivors and expands it with rich storytelling, thrilling boss battles, and varied missions and tasks along the way. The core feature will be the FAE system. FAE are programs that enhance the character's combat abilities. You can use the FAE in the weapon, secondary ability or as a separate offensive weapon. You can re-equip the FAE at any time to ad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Geliathalion Survivors.

Introduction In the distant future, humanity took to the stars. It is at this time they faced a crisis of their own making. A supercomputer AI named Nadine went rogue after going online, taking control over much of our space forces. War had broken out, pitting human against controlled machines for Nadine's calculated plans against us. We require a solution to deal with Nadine, quickly, before it … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nadine's Fleet: Updated.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

92% User Score Based on 1,036 reviews

Squeaky Wheel's Next Game Early Access Roadmap About the Game Typing meets horde survival in this fast-paced roguelite that challenges your speed, accuracy, and strategy. Step into a minimalist arena and dominate the battlefield using your typing skills and your trusty keyboard. Not Your Ordinary Typing TestType the word above an enemy to finish them off. Challenge your focus and speed … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glyphica: Typing Survival.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

60% User Score Based on 60 reviews

You are a collective microorganic alien intelligence. You used to be the dominant species of a whole planet, but you had to leave your home since then. Having spent many long years in space, you've finally landed on a habitable planet. You are to revive your "empire" and become small, yet great, once again. A relaxing strategy game featuring unconventional gameplay. Your objectives in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Microcosmum 2.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

74% User Score Based on 47 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

As a lowly captain on a dead-end planet, you must build a ship, complete a mission and wave it goodbye when your crew defects to the other side. Then design a new ship to hunt down those mutinous traitors in an endless cycle of punishment and revenge. Don't make your designs too good, because odds are you'll be fighting them pretty soon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defect.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

97% User Score Based on 74 reviews

THE FINAL CHAPTER IN TOAPLAN'S SHMUP SAGA Set out on a breathtaking journey with Batsugun, Toaplan's shoot-'em-up swansong! Choose your hero from a roster of six charismatic pilots and three distinctive ship types, each brimming with personality. Immerse yourself in a world of dazzling graphics, devastating firepower, and an enchanting soundtrack, creating a sensory experience you won't soon forge… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Batsugun.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere

90% User Score Based on 158 reviews

Grind, die, upgrade, repeat in this auto-attacking roguelite/RPG! Transform into an enemy-blender with your fave attacks made devastating with equipment, party members, and elemental boosts. Survive to earn gems to unlock areas, permanent upgrades, characters, magical mounts, and god-like summons. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elemental Survivors.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

84% User Score Based on 1,190 reviews

Battle against hordes of enemies, conquer Boss encounters, and explore various character and skill combinations in this time-based auto-attacking Roguelite in your quest to become stronger and defeat the most menacing of creatures that lay in wait at the end of each run. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nomad Survival.

About PC VersionStar Keeper PC Version is a ported version of the NES Homebrew game "Star Keeper", originally released by 87Arts in 2014.the entire game is essentially built upon the NES source code with the addition of an emulator that simulates NES and cartridge hardware functionalities. The original level music is generated by FamiTracker and played as PCM. The newly added bonus level… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Keeper.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

92% User Score Based on 310 reviews

Paper Planet is a planet-defender, arcade roguelike with a doodley, Flash-inspired artstyle. Battle through waves of unique enemies and bosses. Combine items with strange and wacky effects for insanely overpowered runs. Play with 1-4 players, for some chaotic co-op fun! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paper Planet.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

81% User Score Based on 93 reviews

Squally is a 2D puzzle RPG game that teaches video game hacking -- WITHOUT boring lessons, lectures, nor the need for prior experience. Instead, Squally teaches hacking through fun engaging puzzles where learning is a by-product. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Squally.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics

75% User Score Based on 170 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 7 reviews

With science as your super power, charge up your coils and zap into action! Tesla Force is a rogue-lite top-down shooter featuring endless procedural gameplay with tentacle splitting action. Play as Tesla, Curie, Lovecraft and Shelley and blast the cosmic horror back into the galactic abyss! The cosmic horrors are awakening. It's time to call upon the heroes of science and eldritch knowledge to d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tesla Force.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

88% User Score Based on 112 reviews

This is a light casual game of roguelite with Chinese style. Fight your way out of the monsters, either alone or with a group of three or four friends. Play as different characters, form a unique Build game, defeat the final monster, enjoy killing monsters! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jianghu Survivor.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization

91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

Stop the bogus creeps in this hardcore deliberately paced Halloween themed action roguelite! Equip rad perk based armor in five slots, wear and unlock new gnarly costumes with active and passive abilities, use tubular randomized guns and unlock tons of new ammo types and upgrade your awesome mini-mart! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Creekside Creep Invasion.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

94% User Score Based on 5,056 reviews

Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music. Power up your spaceship and watch as the music boosts your firepower. Unleash hell on the enemy ships when you max out with weapon pickups! Beat Hazard seamlessly mixes the love of gaming and music. Together they become great… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beat Hazard.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, graphics

66% User Score Based on 384 reviews

Combine Runes to craft unique spells! Survive the endless hordes of monsters as you work to break the four Runic seals! Runic is a casual horde shooter with rogue-lite elements and a charming retro aesthetic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Runic Survivor.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

83% User Score Based on 63 reviews

Reign of Bullets is a shoot ‘em up with epic loot and lots of guns. Upgrade your ship and customize your weapons to build the ultimate fighter plane. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reign of Bullets.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

57% User Score Based on 56 reviews

Critic Score 67%Based on 3 reviews

Super Treasure Arena is a frantic, retro-inspired arena shooter for up to 4 players, where collecting and stealing loot from your opponents is the key to victory. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Treasure Arena.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

76% User Score Based on 127 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

FIGHT IN EVER CHANGING SPACE BATTLES! Run through the universe, discover the numerous perks/consumables and their synergistic effects. Explore the randomly-generated galaxy to find merchants,... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stellar Interface.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

83% User Score Based on 296 reviews

5089 is an open-world action RPG featuring procedural terrain, items, enemies, quests & more. This standalone expansion of 3089 takes place 2000 years later & planet Xax is crumbling... can it be saved? New content, improved visuals & more! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 5089: The Action RPG.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

87% User Score Based on 1,254 reviews

Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beat Hazard 2.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

68% User Score Based on 223 reviews

"Axiom Soccer represents a new generation of high-adrenaline digital sports, combining the best of real world ball games and third person shooters. Start scoring goals within minutes, and hone your shooting skills and team tactics to eventually play tournament matches in front of a live, virtual, in-game crowd." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AXIOM SOCCER.