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Games like AMOK - Berzerk but a side scroller

Games like AMOK - Berzerk but a side scroller

Games like AMOK - Berzerk but a side scroller

Looking for games like AMOK - Berzerk but a side scroller? Here are top survival shooter recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Alien Scumbags, Galaxian Remake or Hypercosmic Rebound.

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  1. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    98% User Score Based on 112 reviews

    The year is 20XX, the earth has been ravaged by nuclear wars and our only hope is the research shuttle Nostrami. Unfortunately the ship has been incommunicado for 48 hours now. That's were you... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Scumbags.

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  2. Blast back to the golden age of arcade shooters with Galaxian Remake! This isn't just a port; it's a lovingly crafted reimagining of the beloved 1979 classic, supercharged with modern features and exhilarating, non-stop action. Take control of your agile starfighter and defend humanity against waves of relentless, diving alien invaders. Experience the timeless thrill of Galaxian with e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxian Remake.

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  3. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Hypercosmic Rebound (HCR) is a manic arcade-style bullet hell space-shooter set in a flashy cyberpunk world. You play as Plutonia, a spunky runaway girl who needs to blast away hordes of robots and dodge swarms of bullets to escape her city. (This game is currently in a sort of demo phase and only has 1 stage, but I plan to add more soon! Make sure to follow my Itch page if you want to know when … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hypercosmic Rebound.

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  4. 30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    A shoot em up game inspired by Spinning My Tails! -  You as Sonic and Tails, takes on hoards of various Badniks, try to survive as long as you can :] This is one of my games that is supported by all kinds of devices, including PC and mobile devices! Controls Arrow keys to move or Drag with finger Space bar to shoot or Single Tap with finger Easy controls eh!?  Share your score in the comments bel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spinning My Tails.

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  5. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    63% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Fight an endless horde of evil minions and survive as long as you can. Collect loot and purchase new upgrades and magic abilities. Summon allies to stand along side you and survive the horde! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tower Survivors.

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  6. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 24 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 3 reviews

    As a threat from beyond looms over the solar system, Project Aether is ready to deploy! Take control of the Aether prototype in a variety of environments to combat this alien threat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project AETHER: First Contact.

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  7. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    57% User Score Based on 60 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 5 reviews

    Chicken, fight like a robot! Evil Otto and his deadly robots are back in this reimagining of the 1980 arcade classic Berzerk. Berzerk: Recharged challenges you to fight your way through a deadly maze filled with waves of menacing, vocal robots. Deft twin-stick control and power-ups are the only way to survive, as you shoot your way through room after room in this never-ending dystopian maze. And d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Berzerk: Recharged.

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  8. View Game
    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    84% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    Re.Surs is a narrative action-adventure game with 2D shooter elements, flavored with the abilities of various heroes for a fast-paced gameplay. Shoot, dash, kick and hack enemies, trying to remember what actually happened. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Re.Surs.

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  9. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    94% User Score Based on 125 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 1 reviews

    A modern revisitation of the 80s arcades. Use your Razerwire to cut through waves of nanobugs with a rogue-like inspired progression. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Razerwire:Nanowars.

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  10. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    83% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Space Runaway, a compelling intergalactic journey soaked in bullet hell. Enemy vessels, lasers and larger than life bosses coming at you full speed in a 16-bit authentic arcade experience like no other. It was created as an arcade mini-game within Wanted: Dead. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Runaway.

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  11. 48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    70% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Again you are alone against the hordes of hostile spacecrafts where you can only rely on yourself. It is the victory or the death! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Space Shooter.

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  12. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    91% User Score Based on 46 reviews

    https://store.steampowered.com/widget/1095290/      Zombie Soup is a fast-paced top down shooter that follows the adventures of Ricky, a young college freshman on a backpack trip seeking to explore the world during the summer break. He inadvertently finds himself in a small town that is celebrating an annual festivity after waking up from a long train journey, and soon discovers that the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ZombieSoup.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    85% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    Morning Never Comes is arcade style arena twin stick shooter that takes place in the dark and eerie kids bedroom filled with evil toys trying to kill you. Collect synergetic power-ups and survive as long as possible. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Morning Never Comes.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Destroy your enemies and use the scraps that come out to destroy them even more! Side-scrolling space fantasy shooting game, that is "Kanamono". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kanamono.

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  15. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    90% User Score Based on 158 reviews

    A last ditch effort to destroy what was once to be our savior. A final mission to eliminate a disastrous future. A single ship against Earth’s entire military. The Andraste is the only hope to defeat...the Devil Engine. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Devil Engine.

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  16. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    82% User Score Based on 34 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Grood is about fighting. The gameplay blends classic Shoot 'em up frenetics mechanics with modern low poly graphics, particles, shaders, and the power of Unity. Annihilate an army of machines, and afterward, annihilate their bosses—go all the way to confirm that your battle paid off. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GROOD.

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  17. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    88% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Rocket Blasters is a fast paced, frustratingly addictive and fun shoot-em-up set in outer space. Its hand-drawn art gives it a unique style. Earning points has never been so fun! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rocket Blasters.

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  18. A retro 2D vertical scroll shooter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GyroBlade.

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  19. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    You are BIPBIPBOY! A little robot on a mission to defend the galaxy from a terrifying invasion of weirdly smiling, spinning, and... boxing, alien forces. Fight 8 waves of deadly enemies with your powerful projectiles! Defeat enemies who drop pickups that allow you to switch weapons, from a simple bullet, to a wide reaching spread shot, or to a direct and powerful laser beam. Can you reach the fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BipBipBoy.

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  20. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    MAZE CORE A claustrophobic procedural maze runner built for GitHub Game Off 2025 FULL SCREEN IN REQUIRED! MAZE CORE is a fast, atmospheric maze-survival game built entirely in one self-contained HTML file — no external assets, no libraries, no dependencies. Just pure handcrafted HTML5 canvas, CSS3, and JavaScript. Every run drops you into a fresh, procedurally-generated maze packed with haza… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maze Core.

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  21. Your skill shapes the soundtrack. Your combo controls the music. Every run is a unique concert of chaos! Project Music is a top-down, bullet-hell roguelike where music isn't just background noise—it's a living reward system that evolves with your performance. Start with a simple beat. Build combos to unlock new instrument layers. By the end of a perfect run, you're conducting a full band whil… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Encore.

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  22. View Game
    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    This is a demo for an upcoming 2D platform shooter. Wishlist the full version here on STEAM!https://store.steampowered.com/app/3661740/GAT_RAT/ Full game description: Ultimate 2D Shooter A rat with an assault rifle? How about a rat with TWENTY guns — including shotguns, energy weapons, grenade launchers, an overpowered harpoon gun, and more. Epic Spells and Perks Guns no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GAT RAT.

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  23. City-Racing is an exhilarating high-speed racing experience set in vibrant urban environments. Developed by a passionate father-son team, this Early Access title delivers the thrill of competitive street racing combined with intense police chases. Key Features •Dynamic Racing Action: Compete against 10 skilled AI drivers across multiple challenging courses •Stunning Visuals: Experience realisti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to City-Racing.

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  24. View Game
    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    81% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    A PSX Psychological Horror You find yourself stranded in a forest after your car breaks down. would you like to come in, for a call? Rated "W GAME" by CASEOH! Also Rated "W GAME" by CorgiCam! created by: Mehrzad Sepahi Mehran Goudarzi A WORST EVENT GAME Controls: WASD for movement. Shift for Fast Walk. E for interaction. Space or enter for dialogue. Arrow keys… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cherophobia.

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  25. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    GET THE FULL VERSION ON STEAM! PLEASE NOTE: The web demo does not have all the features of the Steam version (e.g. online leaderboards, configurable options) and is provided as a convenient way for players to try it in a browser. It "should" work on most machines. A gamepad (recommended) or keyboard is required. Keyboard Controls (QWERTY): Movement Shot Elevation Bomb Start P1 WASD J … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heli-Cats.

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  26. Welcome to GRAVIATORS, a fast paced, couch co-op team arena sports game in space! Compete against friends in pinball-like arenas in space. Use your space pods special gravity and shield abilities to control and shoot the ball and ultimately score points on the enemy goal! Engage in multiple game modes and arenas, which change up core game rules and make every match exciting to play and watch! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GRAVIATORS.

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  27. F.M.UP: Final Mutation Upper Limits   -  Version 1.02 ALPHAPlease read before playing.Copyright 2024Derrick KylesMagiscience, Magiscience Gameshttps://sites.google.com/magisciencegames.com/fmup/home All graphics, music and functions are part of the copyright for this game and may not be used outside of their intended purposes without expressly written approval from DERRICK E. KYLES. I will contin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to F.M.UP: Final Mutation Upper Limits.

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  28. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    77% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    Electrifying Combat: Unleash the power of your arsenal. Swiftly dodge your foe's attack and counter with a shotgun blast to the face. Scope in from distance and blast your enemy into ruin with a bolt action rifle. Flanked from two sides? Freeze your enemies in place with a cryogrenade and mow down the opposing enemies with an automatic 20MM grenade launcher. The combinations are endless. Explor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Creatures Of War.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    89% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Short DescriptionBouncers is a single player retro styled action game that has you avoiding enemies to climb the leaderboard. The bouncer will bounce around the screen in random directions and multiply over time, but more enemies for example the asteroid will appear.The Mini Square The Mini Square (creative name huh?) will follow you forcing you to constantly move as you avoid all the other enemi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bouncers.

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  30. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    From the creators of Project Starship comes a new and nightmarish arcade shoot’em up experience. Void Gore casts you as an ace pilot descending through the levels of hell and getting rich in the process. Earn coins as you take down supernatural horrors in pulse-pounding vertical scrolling style, then spend them on upgrades to keep yourself alive and prove your skills against online leaderboards! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Gore.

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  31. The Raxxnorian Alliance, a collection of peaceful planets in the Andromeda Galaxy, is under attack. You, an older pilot who survived the unity wars, are all that's left to defend the planets and deal with the invasion. Shoot your way to the top, collect power-ups and better shields, and make your spaceship the ultimate fighter! I made this game because I like old arcade classics and to learn Godot… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Raxxnorian Alliance.

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  32. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    90% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    Take a cruise through different countries. Relax as you enjoy the views, and tourists take pictures of their favourite landmarks. Take it easy - or not so much! But most importantly: be careful. Features: Use your mouse to drive with the on-screen controls. Game driven by physics. 15 handmade levels set on 3 different countries. Beautiful music unique to each country. Scoring system (don't c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Summer Trip Cruise.

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  33. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability
    91% User Score Based on 266 reviews

    Dino Trauma introduces you to a place where gore and dinosaurs aren't unusual things. Inspired by Doom, Quake, Blood, Turok, Dino Crisis and all your '90s favorite survival horrors. In three campaign episodes based on '90s level design style mixed with current standards, players will battle through dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures out for his blood. Featuring a vast arsenal of weaponry incl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dino Trauma.

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  34. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Violet-RS Violet Raystorm is a Gradius-Inspired game by The Great Metaphor, Facade, and Delta. But mostly Meta. Violet Raystorm was made in 2023 and is protected under Creative Commons 4.0. See LICANCE file included in the game for more details. Violet Raystorm is open-source, and its source code can be found here: https://codeberg.org/TGMGames/Violet-RS As of writing, Violet Raystorm's was made … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Violet Raystorm.

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  35. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    88% User Score Based on 59 reviews

    The Bullet Heaven arcade classic that started it all! Create unique builds, kill ever-growing hordes of contestants and beat your friends' high scores in the retro-futuristic gladiator arena BloodDome. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BloodDome Classic.

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  36. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 52 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 8 reviews

    AQUA KITTY UDX blasts onto Nintendo Switch in this enhanced Ultra Edition including an all new epic Dreadnought mode! You and your team of milk mining kittens have overcome a fear of water to drill down under the ocean seabed and begin extracting vast reserves of what seems to be naturally forming full-fat milk. Get ready for fast paced submarine action, defending the kittens from disruptive mecha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AQUA KITTY UDX.

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  37. what if someone made a VR game about murder hornetsWell we did and it's pretty funny. isn't that funny?tHE GAME CLEARLY HAS HORNETS, NOT BEES. THEY COME AND ATTACK YOU. yOU CHOOSE easy OR HARD. YOU KILL hORNETS, NOT BEES, WITH WEAPONS... Weapons LIKE DONUTS AND SAMURAI SWORDS. Its like one map with a wave of hornets trying to murder you forever. there are no bees in this game. You big American boi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder Hornets.

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  38. How to Play The First (there may be more!) Gloopadoop Invasion is a retro arcade style shoot-em-up. You need to shoot the Gloopadoops and survive at least 10 waves and defeat the mastermind boss at the end. Arrow keys move the ship - or you can use a controllerZ or N or C - Shoot your T72 flame cannon!X or M or V - Shoot your AIM-21 "Shatterer" Missile - you have maximum of 5 and they regenerate N… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The First GLOOPADOOP Invasion.

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  39. Pangaroids is a small retro arcade shooter with simple mechanics, designed for the high score chaser in all of us. Endless survival score chasing gameplay inspired by some of our favourite arcade classics like Asteroids and Pang! Command your ship to clear the screen of waves of enemy metal orbs. Easy to learn, simple controls to turn your ship, boost, and brake. Keyboard controls – arrow keys… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pangaroids.

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  40. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 1,092 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 1 reviews

    Let Them Come is a fast paced pixel art shoot ‘em up. Twitchy trigger fingers and focused battle tactics are the order of the day as wave after wave of alien-like creatures try to take you down. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Let Them Come.

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  41. View Game
    46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    75% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Hypnorain is a vertical bullet hell shooter. The player guides a character through handcrafted levels, shooting and dodging their way through an army of enemies and their mesmerizing bullet patterns. Each stage is divided into two parts - it starts with you being thrown into an area full of varied enemies and ends with an intense boss fight. Hypnorain is different from most other Shoot 'Em Up (… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hypnorain.

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  42. View Game
    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    74% User Score Based on 977 reviews

    Way over in the big void of space live some aliens. They coveted your planet and would do anything to live there. So what's your planet to do? Yeah, blast through them all! Face off against waves of enemies, bosses, giant laser planets, blackholes, wormholes, massive lasers, planets and asteroids across 12 game modes! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Really Big Sky.

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  43. Avoidon is easy to control casual endless runner game. Avoid obstacles by changing direction up and down with just one click. Fly as far as you can! Every level has three stages followed by next round with higher speed! Pick up power-ups to help you survive. Beware of treacherous power-downs! Collect coins to unlock aircrafts. Compare your scores with your friends on L… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Avoidon.

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  44. View Game
    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 132 reviews

    Why play shoot 'em ups one ship at a time? Launch them all at once! Unleash an entire armada of ships in Shoot 1UP! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shoot 1UP.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Pentasma is a side-scrolling arcade shooter inspired by Williams Electronics' 1981 classic 'Defender'. Protect The terraforming Humanoids from the deadly Aliens and raid the Alien planets to keep the galaxy peaceful! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pentasma.

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  46. #Snake2 DX: Reawakening is a fan-made sequel to the classic arcade game, "Snake." It aims to fulfill the huge potential of the first game, while remaining true to its core mechanics (just like what "Pac Man 2: The New Adventures" did for Pac-Man)! As you would expect, #Snake2 is an explosive, balls-to-the-wall bullet hell shooter with novel shooting mechanics. It was originally… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to #Snake2 DX: Reawakening.

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  47. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    73% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Shoot alien invaders, upgrade your ship, level up your weapons and save planets to defend against the invasion. Choose your favorite between the different unlockable ships and buy perks between your runs to ensure victory. After you triumph, hunt for achievements and ascend to save more universes If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Survivors.

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  48. Nebula Invasion was designed for those who enjoy the classic type arcade games, a spaceship shooter with great gameplay. Aliens attack many different ways from marching to dive bombing. But you have the tools to fight back with a ship that can power-up with double, triple, rapid fire, or plasma cannon. This newer ship was also installed with a thruster to get close and personal with the raiders. I… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nebula Invasion.

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  49. A fan game inspired by Team Level up's Mario mayhem series! -  You as Mario, takes on Mayhem filled mazes with deadly traps and enemies! Controls Arrow keys to moveSpace bar to jump (hold to jump higher!) Escape key to pause (works only on desktop version) Easy controls eh!?  Share your completion time in the comments below :} And also, if you liked this game and want more levels like this, pleas… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mayhem Mario 2.

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  50. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, optimization
    93% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    Inspired by classic Arcade games, Space Smash is a fast, addictive and retro shoot 'em up! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Smash.

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