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Survive as long as possible inside a collapsing black hole while waves of aliens attack you. Beat the high score! Premise Claustroshooter is an action game made in 48 hours by manta ray for the Ludum Dare 54 game jam, on the "Compo" format (make everything yourself in 48 hours). The theme was "Limited Space". What's the deal? You somehow ended up trapped inside a collapsing black hole. Fortunately… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Claustroshooter.

NOTE: This page will no longer be updated. See profile for full release version of To The Star. A game originally submitted to VimJam 2022. Themes: "Multi-Use" and "Turn up the Heat".    Feedback and Constructive Criticism Welcome. TLDR W/S to Boost Toward/Away from Mouse. Ship Faces the Mouse.  Aim Thrusters at Asteroids to Gain Fuel. Trade fuel for Upgrades.  Score = Temperature, Star = Hot. I… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to To The Star - VimJam 3 Submission.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

79% User Score Based on 172 reviews

Closed area. No Escape. How long would you last? Welcome to PAKO. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PAKO Car Chase Simulator.

Welcome to Last Strike, a retro-style 2d side scrolling space-shooter. You gain credits by shooting down enemies and can buy upgrades after each stage. Features: - 6 Missions with 3 Stages each - 6 Bosses - Multiple upgrades for main weapon - 3 upgradable secondary weapons - Infinite Lives (no frustrating forced startover) - Upgrades are not lost after dying (promised) This game combines the flai… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Strike - Attack of the Drones.

Newly updated and fully released post VimJam3! A game originally submitted to VimJam 2022. Themes: "Multi-Use" and "Turn up the Heat".  TLDR W/S to Boost Toward/Away from Mouse. Ship Faces the Mouse.  Aim Thrusters at Asteroids to Gain Fuel. Trade fuel for Upgrades.  Score = Temperature, Star = Hot. Ipso Facto GOTO Star. Helps to Have a Map. Enjoy! Full Description In "To The Star", you play … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to To The Star.

This game was initially submitted to Craftpix jam 2025-2 jam with the theme "Cute but dangerous". I fixed and tweaked it afterwards for the Game Off 2025 jam with the theme "waves". Both jams overlapped and the game versions submitted to each jam were fully developed within the jam period. Spoilers There are two sections of the game after you go through the "Prologue" you will enable the secon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Turtle.

39%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

59% User Score Based on 17 reviews

War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rangok Skies.

 You can control all the ship on the screen. Make other ship destroy each other to get score! However, please don't let the yellow ship be hit. That's " the real self", with no weapon.  Try to survive! Controls: left: A / ← / touch left part of screen Right: D / → / touch right part of screen There are 4 kinds of enemies: Shooter(Blue), Knifer(Purple), Laser-shooter(Red), Landminer(Orange) Besi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to All Colors in Control v1.1.2.

Description This Endless Runner is based on all the courses available at FEUP and the journey that is studying here. The goal is to travel as much distance as possible across the main hall while fighting the bosses and dodging the obstacles that keep spawning. Obstacles, also based on the courses (Ex: Zapper - MIEEC), spawn with random positions during the game. You must avoid them unless you wis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JetPack Master's.

Notice: Web build is outdated at the moment, it is the 1.1 version, it still plays fine but I made a few bug fixes in version 1.2. If the web build did not work for you, try using firefox. If all fails you can download the files and play locally. I highly suggest downloading the 1.2 version of the game as I fixed some annoying bugs. Controls: - press left and right to move in that direction, you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Falling Sky.

Tragedy strikes when Shadow accidentally becomes entombed while playing fetch. Now it's up to Geist to find four skeleton keys to free his best friend! Playing with a controller is highly recommended. About Made in one week for Scream Jam 2025. All models and all but a few textures and code snippets were made solo by me during the jam. The music and most SFX were licensed from others though I d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Specterrier.

***Update***Post Jam Version is Live!! New Additions + Changes: Added 5th level with new weapon + music!Added new Enemy!Added a full tutorial!Added Audio Settings in the game menuAdded Escape Key as secondary way to pause gameAdded a pause menu closing animationBalanced Rewind ability by adding short cooldown periodLess downtime in all levels (Adjusting difficulty stars accordingly)Level completed… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kaset.

ABOUT THE GAME: My first original game. While it does make use of a few commercial-use fonts, sounds, my friend's art, and a very nice background, the majority of this game is original and done without the help of tutorials or guides. Currently in beta, I hope to add several features before a full release across PC and Mac. While in the current state, the game is only available for PC. Balloon Bat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Balloon Battle.

Boxhead3D Boxhead3D is a 3D first person shooter where you have to survive waves of zombies and devils in a dark and foggy world. You can use a Colt Python gun and a placeable explosive barrel to fight back. Your goal is to clear three rooms and escape the nightmare. Controls You can play the game with a keyboard and mouse or a gamepad. The controls are: WASD/Left analog: movement Mouse/Right ana… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BoxHead3D.

Aspect Shift is an endless, top down , bullet hell, space game. Your mission is to survive as long as you can against an ever increasing number of attacking alien spaceships. Due to a power distribution fault on your ship, you are only able to shoot or activate auxiliary thrusters separately from each other.  This means you can either move or shoot, but not both at once. Along your journey you'l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aspect Shift.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

94% User Score Based on 448 reviews

Platypus is a fast, frantic and fun arcade-style shoot-em-up. The vast continent-spanning city of Collosatropolis has finally reached the limits of its expansion. Tall buildings cover every available space. The air is thick with smoke and poisonous chemicals. Parking is a nightmare. The Collosotropolan leaders have decided the simplest solution is to invade the neighbouring country of Mungola. T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Platypus.

The developers of this game couldn't finish their game in time for the game jam. In fact, the game is so unfinished that you’re forced to use the not-very-well-hidden debug mode to beat it! Now that the game is at least possible, let’s see what got finished. Confused? Read below for controls and tips! Controls:  A/D - Move left/right W/S - Navigate menu, cling to ladder Space - Jump Left-click (in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Debug Mode.

The kingdom needs your help!An evil wizard is attacking and only you can stop him!   In this action-packed and fast-paced 2D platformer, you are playing as a simple farmer with magical powers and your goal is to kill the evil wizard. But your enemy is no ordinary wizard. As a master alchemist he was able to create a potion that made him immortal. So now your only way of saving your kingdom i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bizarre Showdown.

Mixing old and new, Astrokicker is inspired by classic shootemups going back to the 80s, with a few twists. Pilot your ship in any direction, avoiding asteroids and steering well clear of space mines, as you use a variety of weapons and power ups to destroy the starbases controlling warpfields used to travel between the stars.Key Features: Story: Astrokicker features a full story, playing out with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astrokicker.

Normal Shmup is a strange shoot em' up game based around classic gameplay. Fight the enemies and regain control of the world again. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Normal SHMUP.

blast your way through hordes of enemies to destroy the mainframe! earn credits by defeating foes, but don't forget to extract them before you die in battle. small shoot em up for the snappy game jam 2023 - summer edition. !! UPDATE !! there is a new Version for Computers with integrated GPU's and/or older CPU's that experience performance issues and strange camera behaviour: Extractor hotfix v1… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Extraktor.

54%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

54% User Score Based on 267 reviews

Fly the famed Platypus fighter through a fantastic landscape of carefully molded clay to protect inhabitants of Mungola from the Collosatropolians! Collect power-ups and bonus stars to give your Platypus the boost you need. Every level of this gorgeous arcade challenge bursts with original fun that's perfect for gamers of all ages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Platypus II.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story

90% User Score Based on 529 reviews

Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes+.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

68% User Score Based on 368 reviews

Sun Blast is the best 3d space shooter on Steam. Earn upgrades as you fight your way through a huge seleciton of levels. Full gamepad support! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sun Blast.

19%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

19% User Score Based on 139 reviews

Razor2: Hidden Skies Razor2: Hidden Skies is a top view shooter. The game has the style of successful classic arcade games, while using the latest technology to create great visuals and effects. An old-school game with all new technology. Razor2 has easy gameplay, while challenging your skills with hundreds of enemies and bullets threatening you all the time. The soundtrack is another great featur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Razor2: Hidden Skies.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

74% User Score Based on 169 reviews

BossConstructor is a game about building and flying your own spaceship!Building your Ship. The core feature of the game is its ship editor which allows you to freely assemble your own spaceships using a vast variety of modules (currently more than 60). The way you build your ships determines how they behave and what they are capable of doing. Since every module costs money, weight and energy, desi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BossConstructor.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story

62% User Score Based on 117 reviews

Battle your way to first place in this engaging combat racing game. It offers adrenaline pumping, high-octane action and a lot of fun! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle Riders.

Polyorbis was written in 3 days for the Ludum Dare 38 Jam, created by: Mattparks and Decaxon. The competitions theme is: A Small World. We used our own open-sourced Java OpenGL game engine: Flounder. Polyorbis is open-source and can be found here: https://github.com/Equilibrium-Games/Polyorbis Brief Features: Third person low poly art style. Procedurally generated music. Survival and action p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Polyorbis.

24%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, graphics

40% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Dread station is dark, intense First person shooter with hardcore action and beautiful graphics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dread station.

This is a color-enhanced version of the previous work "Stick to the end". It added several enemy aircraft attack modes based on "Stick to the end", beautifying the effects of boss attacks and showing off bullet effects. The small plane can have ordinary bullets and missiles at the same time. In addition, the game support for both gamepad and keyboard/mouse to play. We highl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vinios.

Gunpods Vagabond is a 2D, side-scrolling shooter with physically simulated, Lunar Lander style movement mechanics. It is fast-paced, hard, and designed with up to three-player local co-op in mind. Gunpods is free and always will be! But, you can pay me a few dollars for it if you enjoy it. It's not the most finished game in the world, so don't be surprised if there are minor bugs and incomplete … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunpods Vagabond.

Disclaimer: this game is still actively being developed, and subject to regular changes. Second Legacy is a top-down manic shooter inspired by masterpieces of the genre by developers such as Compile, CAVE or Treasure, with design ideas borrowed from game franchises by Platinum Games or FromSoftware. The game currently features a single demo stage, with an optional hidden path. The goal is to rea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Second Legacy.

For the best experience, play the desktop version. WebGL can struggle to keep a steady framerate. Also, run the game fullscreen in the dark and with headphones for maximum immersion. If you're having trouble finding the objectives, click here to view a topdown map! About Into The Abyss is a 6DoF game where you investigate a sunken city and what lurks beneath it. Control your submarine, perform t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Into The Abyss.

Description: Sector Survival is a bullet hell type game that is played exclusively with the mouse. The only way to move out of harms way is to propell yourself forward by shooting in the opposite direction. It was created during a 48 hour period for the Game Maker's Toolkit Jam. Development Time ~10 hours. "I like that you can play this game one-handed. Be sure to stick around for the Boss Fight a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sector Survival (gmtkjam-07-17).

Summary: Gizblaster is an addictive arcade-like space shooter and is the very first itch.io game created by Gizmo. Join Gizbot, as he tries to defeat an incoming fleet of enemy robots from getting to and destroying Gizbot's base! Controls: Arrow Keys: Move Space Bar: Shoot Hold Space Bar: Charge Laser Gameplay:            This game has no ending, it will run forever until either your ship's… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gizblaster.

Important note: Made With Houdini Screenshots and HIP downloads included in download section! Added a 4 minute youtube montage of the made with Houdini elements here:  -- XenOVERrun (Xeno Overrun) A game made solo by Fatal Exit for Houdini GameJam 2020 using Houdini and Construct 3. -- Controls: WSAD to move, Left click to shoot, Right click for stun shield, 1-4 to change weapon (weapons 2-4 requi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to XenOVERrun - For Houdini GameJam 2020.

Space Fight is a 2D top-down space themed shooter game where you and your spaceship must fight and survive against oncoming waves of enemy ships that are trying to destroy you. Your ship is surrounded by asteroids so you are unable to flee and have no other choice but to fight to survive. - Gameplay - You can fight back against the attacking enemy ships by shooting at them with your ship's laser-b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Fight.

=============== It's one woman against a million aliens as they come down to earth to STEAL ALL THE MONEY. On the plus side, she has unlimited ammo and plot armor. On the other hand, the only vehicle she can afford after such insane purchases is a bundle of balloons. Maybe she won't be able to beat the invading aliens, but hell, she'll take down as many as she can before she's forced to blow up an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to B'loon Blast.

A rogue viral intelligence known as Typhon is spreading through the system, corrupting entire districts and destabilising the planetary Core. Standard defences have failed. You, the interceptor C11-28, have been deployed. Your objective: Destroy infected constructs, collect data particles, and purge the system before total collapse. Fast and Furious Arcade Gameplay: Boost, blast and bomb your way … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OUTBLAST.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

94% User Score Based on 158 reviews

Pilot the Megacopter, a sentient weapon that gains power by feeding on the blood of its enemies. Play through the campaign featuring seek and destroy, boss, rescue, and defense missions against the evil reptoid army. Upgrade Megacopter with the fabled AZ-TECH: ancient weaponry and armor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Megacopter: Blades of the Goddess.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

81% User Score Based on 54 reviews

Kick Ass Robot Annihilating Fun!Certified 100% pure arcade action, rendered in eye-melting neon vectors, Vektor Wars is classic first-person blasting for the shooter connoisseur. The year is 2024, and you are Commander James Moses, a Space Ranger. Your mission: destroy the robot death army, rescue the Robodudes and save the world! Select your weapon and use your skills to face down a tidal wave o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vektor Wars.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

89% User Score Based on 109 reviews

Xenoraid is an exciting vertically scrolling shoot'em up rooted in the classic action gameplay of the genre with added modern features. Xenoraid upgrades the basic shmup gameplay with advanced shooting mechanics. Fighters tilt left and right when moving horizontally and weapons heat up when firing. Master the mechanics and line up devastating bursts of fire! Missions in Xenoraid a procedurall… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xenoraid: The First Space War.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability

75% User Score Based on 118 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Poöf has been tricked by accepting a golden laying kitten. But the precious kitty makes all the greedy monsters envious. Survive waves of monsters trying to steal your revenue! Poöf vs the cursed kitty is a mix between tower defense, and platforming action, a game focused on hardcore gameplay, tight controls and choices, inspired by games such as Mario Bros Arcade Game, Orcs Must Die and Super Cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Poöf.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

75% User Score Based on 262 reviews

Critic Score 54%Based on 5 reviews

Gigantic Army is a heartfelt tribute to 16-bit era mech shooters, finally available for the Nintendo Switch. It’s the 21st Century, planet Earth is at war with the Ramulons - an Alien race determined to stop humanity’s advance into space. War has now reached planet Ramulon, and it’s up to you to pilot the ‘GMR-34 SALADIN’ - a Manned Combat Robot - a mech amor that make effective stormtroopers and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GIGANTIC ARMY.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

93% User Score Based on 326 reviews

"Mini Ghost" is a mini metroidvania in the 80's MSX art style and gameplay. It's the mini prequel of Ghost 1.0. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mini Ghost.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

68% User Score Based on 34 reviews

Take a wheel of a heavily armored car of your choice, and drive yourself to victory while shooting and destroying enemy cars, turrets, and hazards in this chaotic vehicular combat experience. Choose a driver, customize your cars, upgrade armor, buy new weapons, and leave nothing but chaos! Chaos on Wheels: Ultimate & Chaotic vehicular combat experience. Customize your cars, equip armor, buy weapo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chaos on Wheels.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

87% User Score Based on 116 reviews

Critic Score 66%Based on 13 reviews

Airheart is a dieselpunk airplane action game, where every colorful level is built on top of the previous one, all the way up to the stratosphere. Airheart combines free roaming, twin stick gameplay with a beautiful, colorful world. Defeat your enemies, salvage their scrap and reuse it to craft new parts for your airplane. Build and try out over 40 weapons and airplane parts. Combine their abilit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Airheart: Tales of Broken Wings.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

69% User Score Based on 32 reviews

MACE is a classic space shoot ’em up, inspired by the legendary Amiga games of this genre. Handdrawn 2D graphics in HD resolutions, parallax scrolling, explosion effects and optimized games mechanics, combined with the proven gameplay are transporting the “Spirit of Amiga” in today’s Age. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to M.A.C.E..

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

73% User Score Based on 132 reviews

Critic Score 67%Based on 2 reviews

-A magical world beautifully depicted through in-game graphics. -Diverse levels that provide a fair challenge. -Additional bonuses that reward those who replay the game. -3 difficulty modes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Legend of Dark Witch.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

81% User Score Based on 456 reviews

Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as shmup veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and seventeen playable ships. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo.