The Best Bullet-hell Games - Page 3

Update : Touhou Hero of Ice Fairy added at rank #1.
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Patch Quest (2023)

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PC Windows

Embark on a thrilling adventure in the world of Patchlantis! Explore a range of biomes, capture and mount adorable monsters, and level up to discover powerful new perks. With dungeon ruins, shortcuts, and monthly content packs, Patchquest offers a unique and ever-changing gameplay experience that's full of surprises. Will you be able to uncover the mystery of Patchlantis?

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What we like:
  • Engaging gameplay
  • Unique monster taming mechanics
  • Open world exploration
  • Creative leveling system
  • Monthly content updates
What could be improved:
  • Get ready for tough combats

  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • collector
  • creature
  • roguevania
  • twin-stick
  • base-building
  • dungeon-crawler
  • shooter
  • metroidvania
  • shoot-em-up
  • procedural
  • arena

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Returnal (2023)

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Playstation 5 PC Windows

Returnal is an intense third-person shooter and horror game with roguelike elements. Players take on the role of Selene, a determined protagonist stuck in a seemingly endless cycle on an alien planet. As you learn more about the alien world you've come to inhabit, you'll be better prepared to deal with its menacing creatures and picturesque locales that are as dangerous as they are beautiful. With plenty of upgrades, parasites, and malignancy to contend with, Returnal offers an unpredictable roguelike experience that will keep players engaged for hours.

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What we like:
  • Varied upgrades
  • Challenging gameplay
  • Online co-op available
  • Content-rich game world
  • Visually stunning environments
What could be improved:
  • Intense difficulty level may prove frustrating for some players
  • Special trigger mechanics require DualSense controller for optimal experience

  • rogue-like
  • bullet-hell
  • tps
  • shooter
  • boss
  • controller-support
  • sci-fi
  • narrative
  • horror

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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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Cassiodora (2022)

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

Cassiodora is a medieval fantasy game inspired by classic shoot 'em up with unique mechanics and epic boss fights. Save the princess Cassiodora by yourself or with up to 2 friends on the same screen.

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  • 2.5d
  • scroller
  • bullet-hell
  • shoot-em-up
  • character
  • split-screen
  • attack
  • score
  • cooperative
  • customization
  • campaign
  • medieval
  • controller-support
  • colourful
  • local

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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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Thy Creature (2022)

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PC Windows

A dark fantasy story adventure to face the long-forgotten 「memories」!


  • bullet-hell
  • dark
  • emotional
  • shoot-em-up
  • gothic
  • choices
  • atmospheric
  • fantasy
  • visual-novel
  • puzzle
  • horror
  • replay-value
  • shooter
  • story
  • mystery

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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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