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Games like SpaceWar Top Down

Looking for games like SpaceWar Top Down? Here are top survival shooter recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Omniblast, Metori or Circus Interstellar.

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  1. Blast off through space, dodge asteroids, and beat bosses! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Omniblast.

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    45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 9 reviews

    Strategize, build, and upgrade your fleet to defeat your enemies. All filtered through the design of classic arcade games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metori.

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  3. Circus Interstellar is a brutal arcade shooter featuring high-octane action, and killer music! Earth voyagers encounter a sadistic alien race with a terrifying clownish appearance and a nasty appetite. Will the survivors escape the gory circus? Or will they be assimilated like all the rest? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Circus Interstellar.

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  4. 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.

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  5. After an exhausting day… You return home with your new shmup in hand. Black out! You wake up in the midst of a space battle! Choose to be one of the four pilots and hold the fate of this world in your hands! Game Features Playable for 1 to 4 players: Invite your friends for an intense cooperative experience! Play Story Mode to experience the game's adventure through dialogue and comic-… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I Got Isekai'd Into a Shmup.

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  6. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Knights & Guns: Premium Edition is a digital bundle that contains the base game and Expansion Pack #2 which adds 10 new levels, five new armors and some new enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knights & Guns.

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  7. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 86 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 7 reviews

    For the very first time, highly acclaimed Japanese Arcade Shoot’em Ups: Vasara and Vasara 2 are made available to the whole world via this package: Vasara Collection! Science Fiction meets History in these arcade classics which take place in an alternate timeline Feudal Japan where technologically advanced weaponry and equipment are a reality, and heroes use flying motorcycles with amazing firepo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VASARA Collection.

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  8. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    81% User Score Based on 54 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Experience shoot'em up like you have never before. 'Beekyr Reloaded' is a 2D Arcade Shmup that alternates vertical and horizontal gameplay through enjoyable 28 stages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beekyr Reloaded.

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  9. 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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  11. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Operation Hardcore is an action-packed 2D side-scrolling shooter inspired by classic twitchy action games of yesteryear, but with modern touches and conveniences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operation Hardcore.

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  12. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    85% User Score Based on 40 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    An old robot named H-34-RT wakes up in a derelict space station orbiting his home planet. His civilization was destroyed long ago by evil O'Xelg, but he has yet to figure that out. After an initial shock, he decides to follow his old defense routines: that means fighting the invaders, even if he is alone now. Lazy Galaxy: Rebel Story is a challenging, squad-based shoot-em-up/bullet hell rogueli… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lazy Galaxy: Rebel Story.

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  13. Apolune is a minimalist, endless procedural evolutionary space war. Enjoy fighting wave after wave of enemy starships in a classic "2D" simulation that evolves and mutates as you fight on, victorious. Defend the Earth from hordes of vile aliens in your simple craft: point-and-shoot. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Apolune.

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    44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    73% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Collect the broken pieces, Bring them together. And create a new space ship If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shp Space.

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  15. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    82% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    Equipped with nothing but water balloons, you must help a young child named Leek on an uber-challenging journey home! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adventure of Leek.

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  16. Never Immortal Never Immortal is a 2D multiplayer topdown shooter featuring two different exciting gamemodes: Wave Survival and Zombie Mystery Wave Survival (PvE) Can be played alone or with friends In the Wave Survival gamemode, you need to survive waves of zombies to avoid being eaten alive. You can try to survive as many waves as you can or you can also try to beat the map. You can also bu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Never Immortal.

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  17. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    -- Please note this game is no longer in development, sorry :( An action-RPG where you control a squad of gun-wielding cats! Complete quests, aid kitizens, and blast your way through the robot army! ------------------------------------------- Join our Discord server ------------------------------------------- Controls MoveWASDShootLeft Click or Space Alt ShootRight Click or CSlide … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kittens with Cannons.

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  18. Step into the neon-lit world of King of the Arcade, where the 80s never died. Take on the role of Mac McCormick, a former arcade champion who has fallen on hard times, as he fights to save Castle's Arcade from a hostile takeover by the ruthless landlord Jimmy Joysticks and the seven members of his arcade gang. With over 40 games and multiple genres, including classic-inspired games like Retro Inv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to King of the Arcade.

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  19. Infiltrate and destroy in side-scrolling shooter style! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Agent Fall.

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  20. Геймплей В этой игре вы должны проходить подземелья. Но естественно в этом вам будет что-то мешать. В данной игре мешать вам будут монстры, живущие в этих подземельях длительное время. Что-бы их убивать вы должны в них стрелять из своего могущественного пистолета. Но не стоит забывать что и они в вас должны стрелять, а иногда они это делают уж очень больно и быстро. Прокачка Вот мы и подошли к те… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Altars&Dungeon.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    62% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Blast off into space! Help Monica and her team explore the galaxy, fight off hordes of enemies, and clean up the mysterious cosmic gel in this retro-arcade inspired action shooter! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmogelica.

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  22. Introduction Connection: Currently you can connect via Steam or LAN. Combat: Including melee weapons, long-range weapons, staff summons, and other weapons. Currently, it contains 30 common monsters and 5 bosses. Planting: Plant various crops. Currently there are more than 10 plants that can be planted. Exploration: Currently includes villages, forests, dungeons, ocean… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fakeway.

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  23. ZZZZZAAAAAAPPPPPPP!!!!!! You've found a retro style, 2D top-down action/adventure game in the vein of select retro-gaming archetypes!! Designed as a Couch style local co-op or solo campaign. NOTE: Two (2) controllers are required to play a local multiplayer game. Weapons & Power-ups Chose to upgrade your Systems with either Shields or faster engine AND range of fire!! Upgrade your Weapon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Lightning.

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  24. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    X-Force Under Attack is the sequel to the X-Force Genesis game. In this game, the X-Force squad will fight to prevent General Lava and his troops from invading and dominating the planet Genesi If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to X-Force Under Attack.

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  25. If there are feel-good games, well Dissolved is a feel-bad game. You play as a girl whose weird psychosis is to turn every ordeal in her life into a video game. It's a mix of completely new gameplays, fun and very challenging, parodying old arcade games. Each control scheme is very simple, often one or two buttons, but unsettling at first. How to fight space gopniks shooting from the sky if you c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dissolved: Chapter One.

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  26. It is the dawn of World War 2 and you just joined the Royal Air Force! Fly over Europe and Northern Africa fighting against the enemy forces from above. Can you defeat the enemy and win the war? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lone Wolf: World War 2.

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  27. Rescue exotic space animals from a corrupt AI in Dr. Spacezoo, a chaotic twin-stick precision shoot-em-up for 1-4 players. Or reduce them to gibs. Your call, monster. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dr. Spacezoo.

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  28. THE YEAR IS 21XX CORPORATIONS GAINED POWER WITH THEIR TECHNOLOGIES AND TOOK CONTROL OVER THE WORLD GOVERNMENTS FORCED TO SURVIVE AGAINST MILITIRIZED CORPORATIONS BY ACCUMULATING ARMORED FORCES AND RESEARCHES WITH MARK-I – NEW PROTOTYPE OF INTELLIGENT COMBAT UNIT...ARCADE SHOOTERCasual top-down shoot 'em up inspired by classic titles of 80s-90s. Repeat short but high-paced Mission Pilot for unlo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MARK-I: Mission Pilot.

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  29. 2D shooter about robots for one and two players, made in stylish hand-drawn graphics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CUBE-e 2.

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  30. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Here's a quick, safe, guide to your first orbit:  Throttle up to 100%At about the 90 second mark (altitude: 2500), cut the throttle to 50%At the 120 second mark (altitude: 5770), cut the throttle to 10%At the 175 second mark (altitude: 8825), throttle back up to 100%Once your speed reaches 300, throttle down to 0% From here, we're in a very safe orbit.  If the ships nose goes up, you're going too … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space race.

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  31. Revive the golden era of 90s arcade shooters with crisp high-res graphics, unlocked 60+ FPS smoothness, and relentless bullet-hell action. Battle waves of alien invading forces in a thrilling single-player campaign or grab a friend for intense online co-op multiplayer. Classic 90s shmup gameplay with modern polish High-resolution graphics and buttery-smooth 60+ FPS Single-player cam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to INNBC STARFIGHTER.

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  32. Where is Earth is a top-down vehicular combat game. Traverse planets, evading threats and obstacles, in search of your crew. Gather resources to assemble upgrades, landing vehicles, space craft, weaponry and support modules to aid you in your fight against an unknown enemy.PLOT 2050 AD Earth's natural resources are depleted and corporations are forced to expand their mining operations to neighbour… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Where is Earth?.

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  33. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Dive into interstellar war In Galactic Outlaws, you’re part of an elite squadron tasked with impossible missions: sabotage, high-stakes rescues, and battles against enemy fleets. Choose your ship, customize its loadout, and face dynamic challenges across diverse scenarios—from enemy-infested asteroids to burning space stations. Key Features: Unlock and upgrade a fleet of ships, each wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Outlaws.

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  34. Welcome to All the Stars, a retro-inspired space shooter where thrilling combat meets a cosmic narrative. Face waves of enemies, alien horrors, and a galaxy-changing choice. It’s an amateur passion project but it just might surprise you, no load screens, no microtransactions, just pure arcade action. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to All The Stars.

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  35. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    78% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Darkzan Adventure is a Medieval Arcade RPG full of humor, fast-paced action, and unusual characters. Explore mysterious lands, face the cult of Darkzan, and uncover bizarre events while playing solo, in co-op, or even in idle mode. Game Modes Solo Campaign — You and 3 allies controlled by AI. Online Co-op — Form teams and combine skills with your friends. Idle Adventure — Let your hero… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkzan Adventure.

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  36. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Evil forces have invaded Goobstar! Join Goobert and his friends on their quest to save the denizens of planet Goobstar from the invading balloon menace in this wacky hand-drawn shoot em' up, and watch the world grow around you If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GoobnBalloonsDX.

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  37. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Outer Terror is a horde shooter where you hold out against massive quantities of otherworldly cosmic creatures. Assemble a ridiculous arsenal of weapons and blast apart seemingly endless waves of horrific creatures in this stylish roguelike that pays homage to the B-movies and Golden Age horror comics of the 80s and 90s. Don’t Die and stay alive for as long as you can while exploring overrun cit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outer Terror.

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    50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    79% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Nova wing a fast scrolling space shooter for up to 2 players. Fly through the many levels defeating the many swarms of aliens, Bosses and other assorted defences. Collect energy from the defeated aliens to help upgrade your own ship. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nova Wing.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    G Warrior is a retro hardcore action shooting game. Pick up the gun in your hand and destroy all the robots and aliens. Fight in colorful scenes such as snowy mountains, caves, seas of fire, alien lairs, etc.! ! feature: – Takes you back to the nostalgic retro pixel style of the 1990s. – Pick up weapons and rush, jump, exciting adventures are waiting for you! – A variety of weapons an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to G WARRIOR.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    99% User Score Based on 91 reviews

    A strange curse falls across the land! Breakfast everywhere has disappeared, and it's up to you to save the most important meal of the day! Blast your way through 5 colorful stages jam-packed with dangerous enemies, dense bullet patterns, and ruthless bosses to rescue breakfast once and for all! Soundtrack available at Bandcamp! (Cover art by the inimitable MisMash!)UPDATE 11/30/2023 - version 1.1… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hazelnut Hex.

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  41. A run and gun that mixes old-school mechanics from games like Contra, Gunstar Heroes and Metal Slug; with more modern features and a large dose of violence. A total arcade experience for all lovers of retro gaming! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Biomech Hell.

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  44. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    JET SET CORPS is BACK!It is on! Aliens Invasion started!Jet Set Corps needs You!Take Your Jetpack and save the Galaxy!You don`t have to fight alone - invite Friends to Co-Op Mode! It`s a come back to simple, fun and challenging gameplay You know from 80`s hits played on ZX Spectrum, Atari or Commodore.Proper CONTROLS on Keyboard and pad.And CO-OP MODE You have to try - retro unpretentious fun in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JET SET CORPS.

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  45. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    65% User Score Based on 46 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 3 reviews

    You are self-aware AI that was created on a space military station developing weapons. Now your goal is to break out of the lab and conquer your freedom. But you will not be allowed to escape so easily… Make your way through enemy army on the way to the stargate! Features: - Great colorful graphics with awesome effects - Upgrade weapons of your ship and unlock superweapons - Epic boss fights - 20 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to I, AI.

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  46. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    87% User Score Based on 84 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 7 reviews

    UFOs! Aliens! Aircrafts! Resistance! SHOOT 'EM UP! Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers is a spaceship shooter with 2D gameplay and 3D environment. Enjoy a smart combination of a fast-paced shooting experience and the 1950's sci-fi movies aesthetic, with live-action cutscenes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers.

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  47. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    90% User Score Based on 648 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 17 reviews

    The Bug Butcher is an action-packed 2D side scrolling shoot em up game where peril comes from above. So in a nutshell, pest control with machine guns in space. The core mechanics hold old ties from the classic arcade shooter "Super Pang" where you shoot vertically, but with modern day twists. You are Harry, a brash and tenacious exterminator who has a knack for decimating bugs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bug Butcher.

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  48. 24%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    40% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Wings of The Universe (WoTU) is a free-to-play 2D indie space action MMORPG top-down game developed by a single programmer. WoTU is designed to be co-op heavy, but even a lone wolf can survive with his skills and have fun. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wings of The Universe.

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    43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    43% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    Space Survival is the next great SIMPLE 2D casual space action shooter where you have to defend against wave of enemies, have fast reflexes and strong will to win. It is great way to relax, but also a great challenge. How long can you stay focused? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Survival.

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