Games like Shmup

You are a cowboy. The cows are killing each other with knives. You need to kill them first, before they kill themselves first. Instruction: - Press "SPACE" to shoot. - Press "WASD" to move. - Boots make you move faster. But, you can only wear one! - Milk make you shoot more bullets. But, you are lactose intolerance, and cannot drink more than one. Contributors: - Level 0: Suning Yao - Level… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shmup-Collab.

The Castle (prototype)Version 1.0By: Joni Pääskynpää What is this game?-----------------------The Castle is a prototype showcase of a game that´s been inspired by games like Wolfenstein 3D, Doom, Quake and Unreal Tournament. It's a 3D FPS shooter with some light exploration. Kill or be killed — can you survive The Castle? How to play?----------------The game plays like your typical 90´s FPS game… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Castle (prototype).

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

78% User Score Based on 23 reviews

Blamdown: Udder Fury is a fast-paced twin stick shooter about a cow with a bazooka and a lust for revenge. It's all about creating chaos, blowing stuff up and having a fun. Jump on top of buildings, gun down enemy jetpack-troopers and blast away tanks with your trusty bazooka! Battle your way across the American continent to avenge your girlfriend Rosa, who ended up as a Captain Patriot™ hamburger… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blamdown Udder Fury.

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.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

62% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Gunman Tales is an old-school action adventure game for 1-4 players set in the wild west and inspired by the legendary game from Amiga Moonstone: A Hard Days Knight and Cabal If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunman Tales.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, music

75% User Score Based on 378 reviews

As a "Death Prevention Insurance” agent, your job is saving clients from certain death as disasters play out in slow-motion. Your Hyper-Gloves allow you to move super-fast, teleport, and even catch bullets. It's a good thing too, because death lurks in every corner in this virtual reality action/comedy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Just In Time Incorporated.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability

97% User Score Based on 31 reviews

WAVECADE is a sci-fi, arcade-style #shmup where YOU control the speed of the game. Destroy blocks, minions and bosses in style as you collect powerups and avoid hazards. How far can you go? Inspired by classic arcade shooters such as 'Space Invaders' and 'Galaga', Wavecade brings back the original nostalgia feeling to players from arcades, using sleek retro 80's and sci-fi aesthetic. TIME MANIPU… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wavecade.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

97% User Score Based on 70 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Flying Red Barrel: The Diary of a Little Aviator is an old-school bullet hell/STG game with multiple endings based on actions you take. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flying Red Barrel: The Diary of a Little Aviator.

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.

                                                         Drak is a Shoot 'em up, Scrolling Shooter (inspired by Dragon Spirit), in which your objective is to achieve the highest score possible while dodging and destroying traps in an underground prison.  Clecio Gamedev JAM #02 Submission Controls Movement: A and D / Left and Right Arrow  StartButton: Spacebar / Enter  Pause / Unpause: Esc Asset… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drak.

originally a submission for the Brackey's Game Jam 2021.1HOW TO PLAY: use wasd or arrow keys to move around use space to jump after you collect milk, press space again in middair to fart and propel yourself upwards. THEME: run around and collect milk. drinking your collected milk all at once (together) makes the effects of your lactose intolerance stronger. CREDITS: Programming / Pixel Art - Antho… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Milk Mountain.

This is a 2D platformer shooting adventure game. You are trapped in a dungeon filled with skeletons that kill you if you touch them. Use WASD to move, Press space to jump/double jump, left click the mouse to attack. Get the key and open the door of the dungeon.For this elaboration, I plan to add some attack and flee functions instead of a mere jump-and-click simple platformer, so I decided to give… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Escape.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

100% User Score Based on 9 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

I.F.O is an old school LCD-style shoot'em up game. You have to shoot UFOs using a classic aircraft and save the animals which kidnapped by the aliens. Let's save the Earth from the aliens! You are the last hero of the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I.F.O.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

93% User Score Based on 72 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 3 reviews

Project Starship X is a procedural shooter where you Crash-Kill cosmical abominations with your spaceship while playing as Swagthulhu! Whaaat?!??! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Starship X.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

91% User Score Based on 64 reviews

In the aftermath of a brutal attack on Free Space, humanity sends scout ships to the star system that was at the source of the assault. But when one of the pilots doesn’t return home, it’s up to his daughter - the talented starpilot Sabrina - to find him. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Habroxia 2.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

81% User Score Based on 158 reviews

A furious PvP Multiplayer brawl in VR set in the Saloon-iverse of Cowbots and Aliens. Free movement, deadly gunplay, multiple competitive modes and a custom networked physics system that lets you use EVERYTHING as a weapon makes for an immensely satisfying VR ruckus! Includes intensely fun single player AI to play against as well. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cowbots and Aliens.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability

71% User Score Based on 70 reviews

Stick 'Em Up 2: Paper Adventures is a run'n'gun/platform game of stick figure characters fighting through beautiful paper and card levels. Fly across city rooftops firing rockets from a helicopter, leap between pirate ships with a sword, race buggies on the moon, and more! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stick 'Em Up 2.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

68% User Score Based on 179 reviews

Viktor is an action-packed, side-scrolling, twin-stick adventure with gameplay inspired by classics such as Castlevania and Megaman. Playing as Viktor, you will fight your way through a diverse spectrum of hostile environments filled with a wide variety of relentless enemies, lurking traps, and fearsome bosses who will try to keep you from your mission: finding Zane, defeating the merciless Mephis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Viktor.

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.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

82% User Score Based on 56 reviews

Dreadborne Drifters is game about shooting mutants and heretics in dystopian postapo environments with soft scifi feel, looting tresure chests and constantly upgrading your gear while rising in... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreadborne Drifters.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability

76% User Score Based on 98 reviews

Not dying today is a 2D side-scrolling action game. In 2030, the world has been taken over by zombies. With fire and blade, bullets and guns, you, captain Aiden, will do anything to protect the last human kind, anything, even turn into a zombie, using zombie power to kill zombies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Not Dying Today.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

96% User Score Based on 98 reviews

Operation Steel is a roguelike shoot-em-up rendered in beautiful hand-drawn art. Blow up loads of enemies, destroy huge bosses, find weapons, and upgrade your load-out between levels. Combat the electronic legion across 20+ procedurally generated levels! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operation STEEL.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

80% User Score Based on 548 reviews

Critic Score 86%Based on 8 reviews

Rive: Ultimate Edition is a metal wrecking, robot hacking shooter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RIVE.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

77% User Score Based on 47 reviews

A twin-stick action shooter that fields your Headbänger Dude against the malevolent hordes of the Big Red One himself. Heavy metal, explosive presents, glorykills on elves and possessed reindeer. This Christmas, is gonna be different, for real. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Headbangers in Holiday Hell.

48%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

48% User Score Based on 71 reviews

Combat Force is a first person shooter down to its core, currently offering a thrilling zombie mode experience with a day and night cycle, power-ups, unlockables, quests, easter eggs, zombie variants and much more fun! Currently Developed by 1 man to create the ULTIMATE FPS SHOOTER. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combat Force.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

91% User Score Based on 482 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Get the base game of Starward Rogue, plus the AuGMENTED expansion in one package If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starward Rogue.

Thanks for playing! ---------------------------------------------Instructions---------------------------------------------- You will see a tutorial texts if you are playing for the first time, but you can read this anyways if you want: PC: - WAD to move around - 'S' to fall faster (Dash vertically) - 'Space' to slow down time (When you have enough power) - Click to shoot - 'E' to pick up g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Energy Hunter.

***PLEASE READ!***RECOMMENDATIONS FROM DEV!***  Hey everybody! The game is in a pretty rough state as I rushed to meet the deadline. I highly recommend using debug functions I left in this build to make your playthrough smoother. At the start I recommend pressing '3' a bunch of times to keep adding to your 'Kronos' count. Then wait for the shop to open once the countdown reaches halfway (Yes! ther… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Blade of Time's Eternal Penguin Warrior: A Quest to Unleash the Full Potential of Time Wielding the Sword of Destiny.

Hello again, I made a Bullet Hell Artistry entry for BHA8. For this BHA I have to do something simple... Is pretty much the simple explanation of the current theme. Pretty simple and clean, I'd say. Shoot your enemies, shoot near them for more points, bomb for even more points. Play as some disgusting bug creature, ugh what a vermin who eats the wood in my house I hope you get exterminat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bullet Hell Artistry 8 - Bug Police Kabuto.

Instructions Controls Arrow keys to moveX to progress dialogZ to shoot cherry bombs Shooting bullets is automatic. Some enemies drop cherries. Press Z to shoot out a cherry bomb using your cherries. The more cherries, the more powerful the bomb. Save up 10 cherries to heal or gain points. Full Gameplay Video Change Log For the basic shmup showcase, I wanted to take the end result from the tutor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cherry Bomb V2.

If you want to play in the browser, please wait a few minutes. It takes several minutes to load when playing for the first time. If you don't want to wait, download the game and run as an .Exe. This is a short game for my friend R.N. Roveleh's birthday. This game is based on her medieval historical novel, "Lucky Wolf," which you can buy here: https://www.amazon.com/Lucky-Wolf-R-N-Roveleh-ebook/dp/… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silencing the Past.

Directive 399WH is a… we’re not sure exactly. You are woken by your ship’s AI as there is an anomaly causing time loops aboard ship. The AI has a plan and he has chosen you….. for some reason?The game is kind of a Puzzle/Exploration/Narrative game…. Just play it for a bit and tell us what we have made. Please… we’d love to know  If it feels like two different games jammed together at a certain p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Directive 399WH.

Premise: Hybrid Our game is a hybrid infinite runner/platformer game. We had plans to turn the player into a hybrid of the monsters they kill, however, as these things tend to go, we were unable to get everything in that we wanted. Instructions: WASD to move, space to jump. Click to shoot (when you have the powerup). Run to the right to encounter enemies and gain points. Jumping onto enemies will … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinity Chimera.

Dungeoneer (On hiatus cause graduation) Dungeoneer is a rouge-like, RPG, souls-like maybe future MMO game. Taking big inspiration from Dark Souls, Runescape, Hypixels Skyblock, Metin 2 and Enter The Gungeon. The game is split into 2 main parts. 1. The Town/Hub  Here the player can shop for items, accept quests, upgrade their gear and many other things. The town also has the entrance to th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeoneer.

Game Demo Development Game title – HALO 64 When creating my game, I decided to recreate the final mission from halo reach called Lone wolf. The objective of the mission is to survive and kill as many enemies as possible until you die. I changed this up a little bit and made it so that you have 3 lives and once you lose all 3 lives the game will pop up with game over and you can play again. You … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halo 64 - 2D Games Programming.

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.

Controls: Click and hold to shoot. Turbo for (limited) speed boost with Space bar. Reach the goal to win. Use 1-9 keys to auto-switch between levels: Normal ControlsBlack HolesMaze and CinemachineBreakable DoorCheckpointsTripwire DoorSticky WallsHoming MissilesWindmillDriving Range Press R to return to main menu at any time, or press N to go to next level at any time. Asset List: ScriptsDescriptio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exam Golf Game.

==================  WORK IN PROGRESS==================A quick shoot-em up game for #moviegamejam.Inspired by scenes from a certain recent superhero movie. I couldn't get the hitboxes to work, so there's nothing to shoot. Maybe in the next update.So shoot all you want, the big alien ignores your bullets. Press Q to make the big alien drop some alien laser...balls? (sorry, self service today) Of cou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Assault on the Tron.

Incidence Incidence is a Multiplayer First Person Disc Throwing Deathmatch inspired by Ricochet and Tron. Fight your friends in customizable free-for-all deathmatches taking place in one of three varied arena maps. Rather than guns you'll be throwing disc projectiles that can zoom across the map and bounce against walls allowing for sick trick shots. Players can fire up to 3 discs at a time, with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Incidence.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

90% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Critic Score 72%Based on 11 reviews

The classic shooter/RPG is back and better than ever! Featuring a unique mix of side-scrolling shoot-'em-up space battles and top-down planetary exploration, Sigma Star Saga DX is an explosive genre mashup that lets you take control of Allied Earth Federation pilot Ian Recker and infiltrate the alien Krill Empire as a double agent in a last-ditch effort to save mankind. With loyalties divided bet… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sigma Star Saga DX.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

86% User Score Based on 1,105 reviews

STRIKEVOID is a fast-paced 2D bullet hell where the magical world descends into pure chaos. You take on the role of a mysterious mage in a purple cloak, battling waves of mythical creatures and colossal bosses. With over 15 spells to master, every battle can unfold differently. Combine skills to adapt for new enemies. More than 10 distinct enemies and over 5 unique bosses await — each with their o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STRIKEVOID.

100%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

100% User Score Based on 71 reviews

2D Pixel Art Shooter inspired Sci-fi FPS runs on GZDoom. You play as 'Petaka', an angry amnesiac that just wants to kill every ugly green aliens and annoying drones he encounters while trying to restore his memories by exploring various universes through warp portals. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mala Petaka.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

78% User Score Based on 144 reviews

Development Roadmap About the Game Reds are back! Their revolvers are stronger than ever! They’ve cross chained our land into Chambers! In this world torn apart by War for Booze, you’re just a guy looking for your special coffin. Features: Story driven adventure set in open sandbox-like levels.  Dynamic slapstick combat.  Equipment system with upgradeable weapons and clothing.  T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Chambers.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Hidden Cats VS Zombies is a hidden object game – the player's task is to find cats hidden on the map and eliminate the zombies. The game is designed in a zombie apocalypse style, but with a touch of humor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cats vs Zombies.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization

85% User Score Based on 105 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

Space Elite Force II is a classic side scrolling gaming experience with many enemies, explosions and upgrades for your ship. Have fun defeating bosses, upgrading your ship and blowing up enemies, alone or with a friend in local co-op mode. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Elite Force 2.

39%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

59% User Score Based on 17 reviews

Face terrifying enemies from another planet who want to stop you at all costs in this first-person adventure. Explore terrifying and dark settings, solve puzzles and use the objects you find on the map to progress in your adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to O.V.N.I. Abduction.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

68% User Score Based on 119 reviews

Step into the shoes of a policeman in "Amber Alert," a difficult survival horror game. Responding to a late-night call, you find a sinister cult of women abductors. Your mission: rescue a captive girl. Navigate perilous streets, evade cult members, and survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Amber Alert.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

73% User Score Based on 882 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 16 reviews

Xeodrifter is an action-packed exploration game with a retro graphical style. Blast your way through alien landscapes, seek out valuable secrets, and defeat ancient guardians to unlock powers from a legendary supreme culture in this exciting journey of mystery and adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xeodrifter.

HELLO, AND WELCOME TO GOATFISH 2! Join Goatfish on a DEEP DIVE into 8-bit history, as she tries to discover the names of several classic computer games while EATING as much as she can! GO GOATFISH! GOAT HARDER!!! RUNNING THE GAME To run Goatfish 2 from disk, insert the disk and type: RUN”GF2.BAS To run from tape, insert the tape and type: RUN” PLAYING THE GAME On the main menu, press I for instruc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goatfish 2.

GAME FEATURES: - Story mode with unlimited continues & checkpoints! - AI team mates and/or local co-op. - Unlockable 'random mode' (chaos turned up to 11 here). - Perma-death (in random mode) - no continues allowed! - A boss rush mode (with a Crystal comet twist). - Unlockable spaceships / characters. - Unlockable power-ups (unlock more for your 'run' when killing bosses). - Multiple routes th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystal Comet.