Games like Running out of Space

Blast through random levels of enemies with or against up to 3 of your friends in this action roguelike top-down shooter! Travel from the desert to the enemy base and...into space!? Upgrade with quicker firing, bouncing bullets, and more. Defeat huge bosses to unlock more tank classes! Co-op Campaign Defeat every enemy in 20 randomly selected rooms from a list of 54 hand-crafted levels. After de… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Tanks.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

91% User Score Based on 46 reviews

Neutral. Shield. Danger. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Schildmaid MX.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

95% User Score Based on 1,744 reviews

"Kill The Crows" is a fast-paced top-down arena shooter set in the twisted western era. A gunslinger burning with vengeance steps into the ruins of a forsaken town, ready to face death. Prepare for one-shot, one-kill gunfights using classic revolvers and fanning techniques. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kill The Crows.

Galaxy Pilot is a game inspired by various arcade classics from the 1980s, serving as a personal tribute to the 1984 arcade game "StarForce"  The game features 25 main levels spread across 8 galaxies, each with 5 challenging stages and 3 difficulty modes. Players can acquire multiple weapons and uncover hidden bonuses, all while navigating through the levels using either a top-down or an isometri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Pilot.

Other shmup games About the GameFlesh : Dive into a surreal journey as you devour a ship and battle peculiar creatures in this 2D side-scrolling bullet hell shmup. Unleash your skills, dodge relentless barrages, and uncover hidden mysteries in a hand-drawn world of flesh and gore. Story: In a quiet room, a man's eyes fall upon an intriguing weight loss program advertisement. Promising s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flesh.

22%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

22% User Score Based on 314 reviews

This is where you control your character from a third-person Top-down view and character will auto shoot at enemies in enough distance. In this city, player can move to approach the enemy with enough distance, gun will auto shoot the nearest enemy. There one hundred missions need to finish.Try to complete all mission More features Ten maps include:Street,Bridge,High Road,Roof,Garden,Building,C… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Just Move:Clean City Messy Battle.

Dynacore is a top-down roguelike shooter. Make your way through 4 hazard- and enemy-filled levels to find a way off the wreched planet you've been stranded on. Every death sends you back to the beginning so you'll have to use the Weapons, Trinkets and Traps you find on your way as well as your prior experiences in the depths to your advantage to make it out alive! ⠀ 1.6.0 ● Fixed so… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dynacore.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

72% User Score Based on 122 reviews

“We thought they were our friends and benefactors, but instead they are our masters. The Chronicles didn’t liberate us from our primitive ways – they conquered and destroyed us. The others don’t know, their heads are still full of the melodious voices of our alien masters. But that will change. I will change it!” – Sasaki Survive in Space is a skill-based space shooter with a hardcore focus on ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survive in Space.

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.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

53% User Score Based on 127 reviews

Critic Score 45%Based on 15 reviews

“Listen Up! This city is being overrun by low life and filth. It’s time to toughen up, fight back. Lets forget the rules and start cleaning up these streets, our way. There’s a lot of bad guys out there so I don’t want you going in alone. Partner up and remember: in LA Cops, your Buddies always got ya back”. LA Cops is a fast, action packed 3D top down shooter, set in the seedy underbelly of 1970… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LA Cops.

Mobile Link (This is a semi-heavy game so might not run on your device) This is a game with a simple premise. It's a regular, top-down Roguelite, but you're FALLing I'm in Australia so it's spring, despite the theme being Fall I think it's important to read all this stuff but if you want extra difficulty skip it I guess There's sound CONTROLS Desktop controls: A/D or l/r arrow keys… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Going south for the spring.

Destroy the waves of aliens before they descend to the surface and wipe out your ship. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Invasion.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

62% User Score Based on 26 reviews

Imprisoned deep within the Succubus dungeon for eons, an opportunity to break free of your shackles presents itself. Rise to power once more, and enact your revenge! Elewder is an erotic top-down, twin-stick shooter with rogue-like elements, can you escape??? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elewder.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

You thought geometry was difficult? Now it's got a gun! Fly circles around the Seven Deadly Shapes and blast your way through a barrage of bullets and lasers. Polyfury is an intense bullet hell with a circular twist and a minimalistic visual style. Seven Deadly Shapes will push your abilities to the edge with a barrage of bullets and lasers as you freely orbit around the arena with the analo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Polyfury.

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.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

77% User Score Based on 2,905 reviews

Critic Score 67%Based on 11 reviews

It is 1873. An escaped slave is slowly walking through the desert, making his way from Mexico to Texas. He keeps a revolver close and is wearing the sombrero stolen from a dead man. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 12 is Better Than 6.

51%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

Orebody: Binder’s Tale is a linear platform shooter that takes place on the alien world of Orebody. As an orphaned battle bot named Binder, players fight their way to the Floating City of Galvanstad, a hovering A.I. fortress, to confront their makers and avenge the death of their mentor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orebody: Binder's Tale.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

74% User Score Based on 594 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

Lovecraft’s Untold Stories is an action roguelike with RPG elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lovecraft's Untold Stories.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

44% User Score Based on 418 reviews

Critic Score 56%Based on 1 reviews

It is the year 2000, and the United Nations has established several quarantine zones around the world to stem the tide of an unknown virus pandemic. The United Nations called upon a private military company, highly skilled mercenaries to retrieve the data and uncover the secret of the zone. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zomborg.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

84% User Score Based on 68 reviews

Galagan's Island is an Arcade style Space Shooter paying loving homage to classic arcade style & difficulty. This Bullet Hell is sure to satisfy your Shmup Shortage! Featuring 25 LEVELS of handcrafted whimsical charm. Formations so pretty you almost don't want to destroy them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galagan's Island: Reprymian Rising.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

84% User Score Based on 279 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 5 reviews

Serious Sam’s Bogus Detour is an all-new action-adventure in the legendary Serious Sam saga from Hammerwatch developer Crackshell. Battle through beautiful Mediterranean locales, dangerous biological weapons labs and even high-tech moon bases as a one-man wrecking crew or in four-player online cooperative for maximum chaos! Dominate the chaotic Survival and Versus modes or make your own mods, mode… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serious Sam's Bogus Detour.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

77% User Score Based on 120 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Redie is a challenging singleplayer 3D top-down shooter. Fight an army of well-trained terrorists and soldiers in action-packed close quarters combat. Prepare to (re)die. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Redie.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

79% User Score Based on 370 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

Classic color match puzzle meets space shoot'em up action! Hop into your spaceship, open a path through huge waves of aliens and other hazards, and face intense boss battles! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Star Path.

A dark and mysterious entity from another dimension has gained access to our world through a portal deep inside an ancient temple. Only a true fighter pilot like you can stop it before it rips apart the very fabric of space and time. But beware: many dangers lie ahead! Project Möbius is a fast-paced 3D game inspired in part by 2D Shoot 'em up games such as Battle Squadron for the Amiga. Your goa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Möbius.

Key Features Spellchess Platforming (Pieces = Movement Verbs) Dash, climb, and jump through tight rooms, then place Rune Pieces (Knight / Rook / Bishop) to rewrite routes. Each piece creates a rule in space: snap-leaps, temporary walls, and diagonal rails that turn “too far” gaps into skillful solutions. CHECK / RESOLVE Combat (Positioning, Not Mash) Combat is short, readable, and tactical. Plac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Checkmate Magic.

Capitán Kalani it’s a 2D action platformer game inspired in the old NES games, having big influence in titles like Batman, Megaman, Shatterhand and others. The history is set in a future where the life is comfortable above the clouds and the machines are a big part of the daily basis. Taking inspiration from the old NES games, the difficulty scales considerably, the mechanics are the basics … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Captain Kalani Definitive Edition.

Jump into endless fights in this arcade game. You have just one job: Survive as long as you can and beat your score over and over. The enemies are stronger with each wave so your journey to great score would not be easy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vectro Blast.

Game info:  This is an infinite top-down shooter arcade game where you can only shoot and dash.  This game was made by 4 people as a submission for Touhou Station Jam 2021 within under a week's deadline. Controls:  left click to shootright click to dash, you are invincible the first half of the dash but not the second halfPress R to restart if something is wrongPress esc to quit the game Rules a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heavy Machine Bun.

New DLC "Steel Eagle - Cave mission" is available now In the newest DLC you will find 20 levels in the new scenery of caves with narrow corridors and chambers. New difficulties have also been added in the form of a collision with slopes and rub on the rocks. As in the basic version of the game, there are two difficulty modes: EASY and NORM. Try for free DEMO version of the game A c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steel Eagle.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

89% User Score Based on 18 reviews

M.O.O.D.S. is a Roguelite shooter with Robots fighting using the powers of Emotions. Blast crazy mechs with a myriad of Weapon x Addins combinations. Talk to Bosses to change their combat style. Change your Basic Skills with dozens upgrades. Play solo or with friends! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to M.O.O.D.S..

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

79% User Score Based on 319 reviews

Control SettingsThis game was made in Pixel Game Maker MV and runs at 30 FPS. Game language, screen size, screen shake, and key config settings can be accessed by pressing the F1 key on your keyboard. Other settings can be changed in the OPTIONS menu in-game. Mysterious T.O.K.Y.O.Welcome to Nitro City, Tokyo Special Administrative Region! The metropolis of Tokyo is a bit different from what we kn… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nitro Express.

98%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

98% User Score Based on 274 reviews

A fast-paced paint 'em up roguelike where each level you beat becomes a masterpiece to add to your colorful collection. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Antipaint.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

85% User Score Based on 82 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

The greatest gameshow on earth is here with breakneck speed, bullet dodging action and lots of guns. Put it all on the line for the (rogue)likes. And remember, the run is all that matters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEATHRUN TV.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

77% User Score Based on 35 reviews

Light Western shooting game, can quickly play the core content even if you only got 10 minutes break. Other fun patterns are added to the game to help you kill time when you don't know what to play. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Take That.

A retro-style adventure platformer game, inspired by hits of the past and featuring wonderful music created by Manami Matsumae, will take you on an eventful journey through the diverse environmental stages to encourage you to save the world of retro gaming. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Revengers.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

68% User Score Based on 451 reviews

Critic Score 79%Based on 12 reviews

Slay enemies with speed and precision in an over-the-top show of blood and explosions. Play solo or with others, make split-second decisions, dodge bullets, and use weapons and abilities to inflict violence in the most graphic way possible. When an Angel and a Demon team up to kill their way into Heaven and stop the apocalypse, bullets will fly and blood will be shed. Play solo or in with a friend… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to God's Trigger.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

82% User Score Based on 815 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Azure Striker GUNVOLT.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics

85% User Score Based on 54 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

The Gunstar family are the protectors of the planet Gunstar 9. After many years of peace, vicious dictator Colonel Red kidnapped the Gunstar twins’ older brother and used mind control to make him his slave. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunstar Heroes.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

93% User Score Based on 166 reviews

Play as a telekinetic gunslinger infiltrating a rebel base to find the deep space coordinates of kidnapped royalty and uncover a secret conspiracy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Theyest Thou.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story

83% User Score Based on 312 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 5 reviews

A game by Ruari O'Sullivan OVERWHELM is an action-horror-world where enemies get power-ups and you don't. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OVERWHELM.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

58% User Score Based on 81 reviews

Critic Score 64%Based on 4 reviews

From the creator of Rock Band and Amplitude comes a fresh new approach to the traditional shoot 'em up! All the action is driven by an entrancing soundtrack- no beatmatching required. The Idol System introduces a tactical layer on top of proven shmup gameplay allowing for a range of play styles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A City Sleeps.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

91% User Score Based on 136 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

It's the 1980's and an evil alien race has invaded Earth, turning all vegetables into crawling, bawling, mauling abominations. You are about to join Department Radical, the grooviest police force on Earth. Are you a rad enough dude or dame to smite these ravenous creatures? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Walking Vegetables.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability

94% User Score Based on 1,147 reviews

Snake Force is an alternative top-down shooting game inspired by the classic game Snake. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Snake Force.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

84% User Score Based on 234 reviews

Project Pulsation - a sci-fi first person shooter with elements of horror and stealth. The distant space station 'Complex' located nearby Thanatos Asteroid keeps a valuable Artifact. Fight your way through turrets, unknown creatures and mysterious ghosts, survive and try to get back. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Pulsation.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

51% User Score Based on 191 reviews

Critic Score 55%Based on 3 reviews

Step into the space suit of valiant gravity badger Captain T Bayback as he ventures into the deadly depths of deep space to save his friends, family and the universe itself from the threat of the deadly Evil Honey Badgers, aka the Hellsett. For the first time EVER a game unites the thrilling elements of Badgers and Gravity to create a stunningly presented physics-based puzzle game that will take y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravity Badgers.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

84% User Score Based on 195 reviews

SATAZIUS is an awesome old school side-scrolling arcade shooter by accomplished indie developer ASTRO PORT (Gigantic Army, Armed Seven, Supercharged Robot Vulkaiser), featuring an arsenal of 13 types of upgradeable weapons, power-ups, obstacles and boss encounters that arcade veterans will enjoying getting to grips with. Customize your ship by selecting two side weapons which can be selected at an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SATAZIUS.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

74% User Score Based on 357 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Larva Mortus is a fast-paced action horror game that has you hunting monsters of the supernatural in a dark and ominous atmosphere full of undead, terrifying and demonic nightmares. A horrific atmosphere goes hand in hand with furious action packed splatter fest. Everything accompanied by creepy, first class soundtrack! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Larva Mortus.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere

92% User Score Based on 53 reviews

Stop time and project yourself through space with "Time-stop warp" magic, pass through physical obstacles, dodge incoming bullets and shoot down your enemies! A satisfying shooter, filled with dark humor! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WITCH-BOT MEGLILO.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

87% User Score Based on 15 reviews

Critic Score 66%Based on 1 reviews

This game is a tribute to the Run "N Gun games (Commando, Ikari Warrior, Heavy Barrel, Guerilla Wars, Mercs...) from the mid 1980's that you could find in arcades or on 16 bit consoles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mission 1985.

50%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:funny

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

Welcome to "Super Smash Asteroids", a high-octane, top-down, dual-stick, rogue-like space shooter set in a futuristic universe. Choose from six unique ships, each with their own starting statistics and special abilities, and blast your way through hordes of enemies and epic bosses. As you play, level up and choose from a pool of over 70+ items to upgrade your ship and modify your base stats, unlo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Smash Asteroids.