Games like Herodes

"Enemy Mind" is a side-scrolling space shooter for PC with a classic 8-bit art style and 8 levels of challenge across 70 waves. As a being of pure psychic energy, you can take over and control any of the 20+ unique ships you encounter, each with their own power and ability. The game features an adaptive story system that changes with your play style and offers multi-player co-op for up to four players. The soundtrack is an original chiptune-inspired creation by Rainbow Kitten.

Chorus is a thrilling single-player space combat game that offers a rich narrative experience. As the pilot of the sentient spaceship, Chorus, and its former cultist commander, players embark on a redemptive journey to fight against an oppressive religious cult. The game features fast-paced space combat, deep exploration of the cosmos, and RPG elements that let you customize your ship and character. Prepare to face dogfights, uncover secrets, and experience the power of a living ship.

Orbital Bullet is a 360-degree radial shooter with roguelite elements. Players control a space pilot fighting through procedurally generated levels filled with enemies and bosses. The game features destructible environments, unlockable skills, and a unique circular level design that allows for constant movement and action.

RIVE is a fast-paced, explosive joyride featuring non-stop shooting and platforming action. As a spunky spaceship pilot, you'll wreck, hack, die, and retry your way through battles with enemies and massive bosses. Master the game's unique blend of combat and exploration, and uncover the mysteries of a decaying ship filled with malfunctioning machines.

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.

ScourgeBringer is a single-player shooter game with an intriguing post-apocalyptic story. Experience fast-paced rogue-platforming gameplay, combining the fluid controls of Dead Cells and the precision of Celeste. With exceptional visuals, a fantastic soundtrack, and stellar replayability, the game offers a highly grinding yet satisfying experience. Join Kyhra in her quest to discover her past and seek humanity's redemption.

"Nova Drift" is an action-packed space combat game where you control a rapidly evolving bio-mechanical ship. With over 250 weapons and mods, you can create a unique build every run, chaining upgrade modules for powerful synergies. Games are quick, allowing for rapid experimentation and advancement, making it a great choice for players who want to enjoy a challenging and rewarding experience in a single game session.

Horizon Shift is an explosive wave based, single screen shooter, with a ton of new ideas and platformer elements. Do what it takes to protect your horizon from the ever encroaching enemy attack! Use the unique risk reward multiplier system to maximise power-ups, build your bomb and destroy EVERYTHING!

"Otherwar" is a unique blend of Tower Defense and Bullet Hell gameplay, with pixel art aesthetics and the theme of defending against an encroaching hell horde. As the defender angel, you must strategically plan out defenses while facing off against formidable adversaries. The game offers a challenging and engaging experience, combining strategic planning with fast-paced action.

"Capsized" is a Science Fiction arcade-style game with both single-player and local multi-player options for up to 2 players in a co-op, split screen format. The game features an immersive alien world with unique hand-drawn art, a stellar soundtrack, and challenging gameplay that combines platforming, puzzle-solving, and combat. Players must navigate through a perilous environment, fight off creatures, and save crewmates to escape the mysterious planet.