The Best Bullet-hell Games - Page 5

Update : Prank! added at rank #1.
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Ikki Unite (2023)

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PC Windows

With up to 16 players, this is roguelike action, but united! "You can't riot with just one or two people!"The legendary "bad game" that once had people scoffing is back, and this time it's time to unite! This is roguelike action…but united!


  • second-player
  • pve
  • rogue-like
  • casual
  • bullet-hell
  • action
  • multi-directional
  • card
  • cooperative
  • 1980s
  • cross-platform
  • pixel
  • scrolling
  • ninja
  • vertical

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Graze Counter GM (2023)

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Playstation 4 Playstation 5 Nintendo Switch Xbox One Xbox Series X PC Windows

A refreshing and highly re-playable bullet hell style shooter that WANTS you to play dangerously! Ride the razor's edge of life and death in this high-risk high-reward danger oriented arcade style shooting game.

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  • bullet-hell
  • shoot-em-up
  • lore
  • 1990s
  • mech
  • anime
  • sci-fi
  • dark
  • pixel
  • 2d
  • cute
  • arcade
  • casual
  • fantasy
  • shooter

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Glimmer in Mirror (2023)

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early access PC Windows

Glimmer in Mirror is a 2D story-rich action shooting game. Play as Shiro in a collapsed world, to meet various unique NPCs and monsters, and gradually uncover the truth of the world through a gripping story.

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  • japanese
  • metroidvania
  • rpg
  • scroller
  • 2d
  • platform
  • bullet-hell
  • anime
  • jrpg
  • action-adventure
  • cute
  • exploration
  • bomb
  • fantasy
  • action

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Akai Katana Shin (2022)

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Xbox 360 Nintendo Switch Xbox One Playstation 4 PC Windows

Be guided anew into an epic tale set in the Taisho era with three titles from Cave's Akai Katana series that has captured the hearts of passionate shoot 'em up fans. New features include an online leaderboard and new musical arrangements.


  • bullet-hell
  • shoot-em-up
  • scroller
  • arcade
  • military
  • dark
  • horizontal
  • drama
  • shooter
  • tanks
  • 2d
  • ninja
  • retro
  • fantasy
  • economy

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The Knight Witch (2022)

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Nintendo Switch PC Windows Xbox One Xbox Series X Playstation 4 Playstation 5

The Knight Witch is a Metroid Vania shoot 'em up with spell casting and rogue lite elements. You take control of Rayne, a former Knight Witch trainee on a mission to save her town from an evil emperor's revived golem army. Experience the thrill of battle as you level up and choose between "Knight" and "Witch" skill sets to customize your playstyle.


What we like:
  • Non-linear and utility gated map exploration
  • 360 degree aiming system
  • Accessible shooting mechanics
  • Card system for spell casting
  • Rogue lite elements like hidden bosses and ambushes
  • Armor purchasing with durability and perks
What could be improved:
  • Difficulty of bosses/ambushes not always consistent or explained in game

  • card
  • twin-stick
  • bullet-hell
  • deckbuilder
  • metroidvania
  • shooter
  • battler
  • shoot-em-up
  • exploration
  • boss
  • hand-drawn
  • choices
  • boss-fight
  • fight
  • action-adventure

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Army of Ruin (2022)

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Nintendo Switch Xbox Series X Playstation 5 Mac OS PC Windows Playstation 4 Xbox One

Wreak havoc on countless foes with mighty weapons and deadly spells! Enhance your skills and face even greater dangers! Army of Ruin is an auto-shooter where you become the Bullet Hell.

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  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • shoot-em-up
  • top-down
  • medieval
  • 3d
  • stylized
  • procedural
  • cartoony
  • family-friendly
  • colourful
  • action
  • magic
  • casual

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Last Command (2022)

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Android PC Windows Nintendo Switch

Last Command is a fast-paced Snake x Bullet Hell action game. Maneuver through enemies’ barrage of attacks, collect Data Points to deal damage! Mix and match skill chips as you progress, overcome intense Boss battles, and uncover the secrets of their program world...


  • bullet-hell
  • souls
  • soundtrack
  • hacking
  • pixel
  • multiple-endings
  • action-adventure
  • drama
  • anime
  • cartoony
  • sci-fi
  • 2d
  • difficult
  • arcade

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4X4 (2022)

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IOS iPhone Xbox One PC Windows

Survive in a limited space of 16 spaces divided into 4x4 spaces, avoiding obstacles with different themes on each stage

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  • sokoban
  • bullet-hell
  • pve
  • minimalist
  • rhythm
  • survival-horror
  • colourful
  • survival
  • robots
  • futuristic
  • 2d
  • atmospheric
  • racing
  • space
  • truck

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BLASTER (2022)

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PC Windows Xbox One Android

Let's play a new twin stick shooter arcade game called BLASTER BLASTER 2 BLASTER 3


  • bullet-hell
  • shooter
  • arcade
  • wave
  • boss

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Rogue: Genesia (2022)

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early access Linux PC Windows

Rogue: Genesia is an exciting rogue-lite deck-building game where you become Rog, the master of all weapons, and defeat hordes of monsters invading your lands. With the game's strategic decision-making, you must decide whether to charge in for battle or to search for riches and magical items. Upgrades and attention to detail are crucial in defeating the enemy, but failure means starting all over again. Get hooked on this addictive game and enjoy a thrilling adventure!

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What we like:
  • Addictive gameplay
  • Exciting and challenging adventure
  • Strategic decision making
  • Huge variety of upgrades and weapons
  • Thrilling enemies and hordes of monsters to defeat
What could be improved:
  • Lack of save function can be frustrating
  • Limited narrative and character development
  • Lacks significant variation in playing style

  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • twin-stick
  • choices
  • survival
  • fantasy
  • rpg
  • pixel
  • magic
  • top-down
  • 3d

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