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Games like The Forever Expanse

Games like The Forever Expanse

Looking for games like The Forever Expanse? Here are top arcade shooter recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Lunaris, Destropolis or Super Smash Asteroids.

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  1. Lunaris is a fast-paced sci-fi top-down roguelite shooter: survive escalating enemy waves, stack powerful passive and active abilities, craft wild build synergies, and turn the arena into a neon storm of lasers and explosions. Every run feels fresh and intense. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lunaris.

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  2. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    89% User Score Based on 142 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 3 reviews

    Destropolis is a top-down shooter game, inspired by such classic games like “Crimsonland”, “Alien Shooter” or “Nuclear Throne”. It takes place in a futuristic city, filled with red, cube-like enemies. Tear them to pieces with bullets, lasers and nuclear explosions. Play alone or with friends in a local co-op mode. Destroy as many enemies as you can before they overwhelm you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Destropolis.

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  3. 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.

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  4. Heart: Future Whispers is a top-down shooter set in a dystopian future. Face hordes of enemies, manage resources to acquire powerful weapons, and uncover the dark secrets behind the chaos. Test your skills in infinite mode and fight for the highest score! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart: Future Whispers.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    98% User Score Based on 588 reviews

    Sandbox of destruction. Billion different ways to build your mech. Feel the weight and impact of obliteration in this modern old school mech combat sim. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mech Havoc.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    97% User Score Based on 63 reviews

    Bullethell is an experimental, retro-hardcore, barely playable, ultra fast-paced, arena topdown shooter that can be finished in 20 seconds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BULLETHELL.

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  7. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    69% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    2089: Space Divided is a classic science fiction real-time strategy game in which you collect resources, build up your base, raise troops and destroy your opponents with tactical finesse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2089: Space Divided.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, music
    72% User Score Based on 181 reviews

    Gimbal is the multiplayer shooter with buildable vehicles. Craft the perfect ship, and then take to the skies with other pilots in real time combat. Cap flags, race ships, and blow each other up in a social multiplayer environment. Gimbal is the shooter you've been waiting for. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gimbal.

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  10. Gunclone Arena is a top-down looter-shooter roguelite. Fight as a super-clone that can wield 6 weapons, a Beam and Shield in a dystopian TV show! Loot thousands of weapon variants with ricochet, detonate, shock, pierce and more. Stack build-changing Mods. Notice: Escape is grounds for perma-recycle. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunclone Arena.

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  11. Dodge waves of bullets in cover shooter + shmup-inspired combat, as you strike back with powerful attacks of your own! Use clever cover spots to gain an advantage over your enemies, find treasures to make yourself stronger, and avoid taking damage to raise your score! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mortal Mythos: Island of Fairies.

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  12. 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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  13. BOTWAVE: OVERCLOCK Push your bot to the limit... or melt down in the fight! Top-down bullet heaven where YOU control the risk. OVERCLOCK YOUR SYSTEMS Activate OVERCLOCK for massive power: Damage Fire Rate Speed But every shot builds HEAT. Reach 100%? You OVERHEAT. THE PRICE OF POWER Overheat and pay the price: Damage Fire Rate Master the balance. When do you push? When do you ba… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Botwave: Overclock.

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  14. A catastrophic slime-ocalypse just turned your city into a buffet for the undead—and guess what? You're the main course... ...but don’t panic! (Actually, panic a little. Okay, that’s just the right amount.) Grab your best bud (or go full lone-wolf mode) and dive head-first into Monsters and Me—a relentless, round-based, top-down arcade shooter where everything wants to eat your face. It’s fast. It… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monsters and Me.

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  15. Master the difficult art of dodging bullets while blasting thruster flame in the face of your enemies. No guns, no upgrades, no level-ups. Just your reflexes against an endless bullet hell maze of death. How long will you survive? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Astrovade.

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  16. Kogent Defender enlists you to protect your home world from an encroaching enemy known as the Virtera. Under the command of the Kogent Mind you will take on this alien infestation and work to eliminate it completely. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kogent Defender.

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  17. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    93% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    Shoot to move, move to live, live to shoot! Blast Off Far Away (B.O.F.A.) is a space-themed, top-down arena shooter, with a focus on fast-paced arcade-esque gameplay, with the unique twist where movement is limited through the use of the player's gun. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blast Off Far Away.

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  18. Armada Fighter is a fast-paced arcade shoot ’em up focused on reflexes, movement, and intense action. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armada Fighters.

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  19. Cleanse worlds. Survive the swarm. Upgrade your mech.Mecha Survivors is a Survivors-like action roguelite where you take control of an advanced combat mech sent to purge hostile planets overrun by alien machines. Dropped into endless warzones, you must face overwhelming waves of enemies, collect powerful upgrades, and adapt your build in real time. Choose from multiple mech classes, each with uni… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mecha Survivors.

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  20. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Puedes encontrar mi juego en Steam desde hoy: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3635080/Galactic_Plague_2000/ Galactic Plague 2000 es un juego shooter espacial, de género Roguelite, un juego arcade clásico. El juego narra la historia de Jack, un niño que se ve atrapado en una historia fantástica al conectarse a una máquina arcade misteriosa y antigua que se encontraba en unos recreativos aban… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Plague 2000.

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  21. The Cosmos Needs Hunters. Are You Up for the Challenge? An alien scourge ravages the cosmos. You are a HUNTER, the galaxy’s elite defense. Deploy in this top-down roguelite arena shooter and take the fight to the enemy. Enter small, fast-paced arenas where you must eliminate all enemies. Engage in quick, action-packed missions, experiment with powerful abilities and augments, and unlock unique c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VOXEL Hunters.

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  22. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    DAR is an arcade-style single-screen shoot-em-up inspired by the classics, with some modern rogue-like twists! Pick your character, plot a course through the galaxy, grab upgrades and destroy the enemy! The ultimate goal? Saving the galaxy! Or just getting a really, really high score - your call. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to D.A.R: Deadly Alien Rogues.

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  23. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    "Angles of Death" is a top-down 2D pixel art action RPG that thrusts players into a dark and challenging world filled with unique bosses and relentless enemies. Players must battle a variety of foes and overcoming intricate boss mechanics to survive. The game features a rich upgrade system, allowing players to enhance their abilities and unlock new attacks. With a focus on strategic comb… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Angles of Death.

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  24. You are tasked to destroy the swarms of alien invaders as they attempt to annihilate your race from existence. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nova Wing II.

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  25. About this game: Morbid Inhale is a top-down shooter.Hungry zombies want to devour you. Take the biggest gun and fight them back!Show them how to fight for life to the last drop of blood!Kill the zombies by any means.Shoot, blast, burn, rip and tear!Get experience, upgrade skills, use perks, bonuses, and...Shoot, blast, burn, rip and tear!In the single player campaign, you will find out why the c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Morbid Inhale.

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  26. 48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    63% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    Wishlist on Steam to be notified when the full version is released. Annihilate endless swarms of enemies with devastating weaponry, survive this Kinetic Storm by unlocking powerful skills and upgrades. This sci-fi action roguelike will test your skills like no other, with responsive twin-stick controls and unique enemy design. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kinetic Storm.

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  27. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    93% User Score Based on 467 reviews

    WOWOWOW KORONE BOX is a fangame based off of Cover Corporation’s hololive property. It features Inugami Korone, member of hololive GAMERS. The game is a top-down shooter with the objective of collecting as many Korone Boxes as possible without getting hit even once. Korone must contend with many enemies and boss battles, but is given a variety of weapons to help her survive. The game is inspired b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WOWOWOW KORONE BOX.

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  28. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    100% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    Join us on Discord About the GameLight Speed Ride Out is a top-down space survivors arena shooter with roguelite elements. Upgrade your ship with a variety of items to create unique builds and survive the enemy hordes. Assemble the crew of your ship, make the right decisions and rescue people to get them to join your space colony.Features 20 totally different ships (Jets, heavy space station… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Light Speed Ride Out.

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  29. Challenge your ability, your reflexes, and your memory to avoid the bullets while defeating the zodiac spirits memorizing the cards, and surviving a real bullet hell with difficulties for all playstyles. Features: Differentiated gameplay; Difficulties for all playstyles High re-playability; 36 challenging stages; Rank system; If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zodiac - Hellish Memory.

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  30. 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.

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  31. 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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  32. Overview The shoot 'em up / bullet hell game you will have fun playing! Are you gonna shoot? YES!Are you gonna blast? YES!Are you gonna make a big bang? YES!Are you gonna make a big boom? YES!So what do you get? Shooting Blaster Big Bang Boom! A game you can play (maybe want or even need to play!) when you got nothing better to do, you're just bored and want to kill time, or you're waiting for … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shooting Blaster Big Bang Boom.

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  34. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    100% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Alien Space Bastards is a procedurally generated 3D arcade style shooter. The aliens are attacking in force and you must utilize all the weaponry you have to survive the onslaught and bring piece to the galaxy. Multiple power ups will assist you on your suicide mission, good luck and fight bravely! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Space Bastards.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Plasma Attack is a top-down side scrolling shooter game where the character is a flying spaceship equipped with a base laser. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Plasma Attack.

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  36. Sci-fi top-down twin-stick shooter with 9 weapons, 3 alts and secret hidden collectibles! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GUNPIG: Firepower For Hire.

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  37. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Saturn Quest: Blast Effect is a story-driven action adventure game set in the human-less galaxy far far away. Fly, climb, shoot, explore the world and fight the giant bosses in this 8 Bit style Space Opera, full of drama and epic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Saturn Quest: Blast Effect.

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  38. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    86% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    A self-inflicted bullet hell that combines retro sci-fi with the sounds and sights of the disco era If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Laser Disco Defenders.

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  39. A universe is dying — and you are its last spark. Blast through procedurally generated constellations in this fast neon action roguelite. Claim powers from fallen enemies, defeat the Guardians, and carry your heritage into every new run. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NOVAE: Last Light.

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  40. SURVIVE THE GALACTIC FRONTIER Welcome to Aethelgard. You are the commander of an upgradable starship lost in a hostile, resource-rich sector of deep space. Your mission is simple: mine rare ores, trade for powerful technology, and survive the endless waves of elite alien warships hunting you down. UPGRADE YOUR ARSENAL Start with a basic vessel and transform it into an unstoppable dreadnought. Col… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aethelgard: Galactic Guardian.

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  41. A minimalist sci-fi mining experience where every expansion brings greater risk. In AstroDig, you operate a mining ship on the surface of circular planets, extracting resources, building defenses, and surviving enemy threats. Start small, grow your operation, and push toward discovering the most dangerous planets hidden deep in space. Mine. Sell. Expand to the Unknown. Dig deep, extract resourc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AstroDig.

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  42. The War for Tomorrow Begins in Your Hangar. Earth has fallen silent. The once-great colonies are now tombs of steel, overrun by a merciless steel legion. As a veteran combat specialist, you are thrust into the heart of the conflict—the last spark of resistance against the cold, calculating darkness. An Arsenal of Retribution. Unleash a devastating array of sci-fi weaponry. Incinerate waves … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steel Hail.

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  43. Move, catch and survive as you can! In the endless void of space, survival depends on what you can salvage. Face endless waves of relentless hostile fleets using only your piloting skills and the scraps you can collect. Fly through the battlefield, gathering modules that stack and enhance your ship’s offensive and defensive systems. With every piece of scrap, your spaceship grows stronger, if y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Endless Space Scrap.

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  44. Humanity is turning its gaze towards space in the near future. A brand-new era has begun - the era of space exploration. When the planets of our solar system were settled, it was time to explore and colonize other worlds and star systems. A once-impossible dream became a reality. As science has reached unprecedented heights, people across the globe have become more united, forgetting about age-old… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Way Road.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    56% User Score Based on 8 reviews

    AST-Hero is a top-down space-shooter, with unique graphics and sounds. It is inspired by the 1979 hit Asteroids. It comes with a lot of new and interesting features. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AST-Hero.

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  46. Fight against enemy robots! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LAB Defence.

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  48. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Survive the waves! Buy weapons and ammo! Unlock new stages! Purchase companions! Solve daily quests and get rewards! Casual Pixel Warrior is a wave shooter where your endurance to last an infinite fight depends on your skill, unlocked weapons and purchased ammo. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Casual Pixel Warrior.

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  49. Space-Invader styled stress relieving retro top-down shooter, with a little taste of dungeon crawling. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Cruise 2.

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  50. Intergalactic Defenders is a retro-inspired space shooter combining fast-paced arcade action with rogue-like progression and handcrafted pixel art. If you love classic shoot 'em up (shmup) gameplay with modern upgrades and replayability, this is your next obsession. The year is 2187. Humanity's colonies are under siege. The alien Caedons have launched a merciless invasion — and you're the United … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Intergalactic Defenders.

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