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Games like Samurai Aces

If Samurai Aces is your kind of game, the closest matches are TENGAI, GUNBIRD 2 and GUNBIRD — picked from the ranked list below. Each pick is ranked by what players of this game also play, shared genres and tags, and review-mined similarity — not a generic popularity list.

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About Samurai Aces: Samurai and ninja fly in the sky! Freaky Japanese-style shooter known as the debut of "Psikyo". We' ve got online rankings!

2020ActionDeck VerifiedWindowsby CITY CONNECTION, Zerodiv
Samurai Aces — Steam game cover

Players who liked Samurai Aces also play

Steam players who put hours into Samurai Aces also tend to own these titles — a signal called collaborative filtering. imho.run cross-references millions of library ownership patterns to surface games whose real audiences overlap, regardless of whether their genre tags match.

  1. TENGAI

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Samurai Aces fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Miko-san and ninja girl blast away! The best of eccentric Japanese-style shooter is here! With online rankings!

    2020ActionDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. GUNBIRD 2

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Samurai Aces fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Let's go on the treasure hunt through the skies of the world! The ultimate "Psikyo Shooter" with online rankings!

    2020ActionDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. GUNBIRD

    WHY THIS

    Third-strongest match for Samurai Aces fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    "Marion" the little great wizard in the steampunk world. The masterpiece of the "Psikyo Shooting"! Online rankings are available.

    2020ActionDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Pocky & Rocky Reshrined

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Samurai Aces fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    The original cute and hardcore shrine maiden shooter is now available on Steam! Completely new game, a sequel to the home original "Pocky&Rocky" (Super Nintendo Entertainment System)! The adventures of Pocky&Rocky begin once again.

    2023Action29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. STRIKERS 1945 II

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Samurai Aces fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Easy to play, hard to master. This is one of the most iconic arcade shooter of the 90s, released by Psikyo. It comes back with many customizable options and online rankings!

    2020ActionDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. HUNTDOWN

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #6 for Samurai Aces fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.

    2021ActionIndie19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  7. Ninjin: Clash of Carrots

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Samurai Aces fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Ninjin: Clash of Carrots is an anime-inspired beat-em-up with varied enemies and deep customization. Play as the rabbit Ninjin, or Akai, the ninja fox, and fight to retrieve the carrots stolen by Shogun Moe! Redeem carrots for weapons, upgrades and more! Supports 2-player online or local co-op.

    2018ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Blazing Chrome

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Samurai Aces fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

    2019ActionIndie16.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Free alternatives

Free-to-play games that recommended players of this title also tend to enjoy.

  1. Disfigure

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Disfigure is a grim-dark action rogue-like where you battle relentless hordes of monsters lurking in the shadows. Unlock powerful weapons, craft god-like builds with hundreds of upgrades, slay colossal bosses, and push your limits in intense 20–30 minute survival runs!

    2023ActionIndieFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Princess Remedy in a World of Hurt

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Remedy, a recent graduate from the Saturnian healing school, must descend to Hurtland and use her powers to heal everyone from stray ducks to dark lords, and finally cure the ailing Prince Hingst. It's a short, whimsical adventure with plenty of heart(s).

    2016ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Khimera: Destroy All Monster Girls

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Play as Chelshia the chimera in this platforming beat-em-up adventure into the wonderful world of monster girls!

    2016ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Waves

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Waves is an Arcade Twin-Stick Shooter that's all about High Scores. Build your combo and drop bombs in pursuit of Leaderboard dominance over seven game-modes!

    2011ActionIndieFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Evil Egg

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Blast it all to hell.

    2025ActionFree To PlayFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  6. Sven Co-op

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Sven Co-op is a co-operative game originally based around Valve Software's Half-Life. In this game players must work together against computer controlled enemies and solve puzzles as a team.

    2016ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Baldi's Basics Classic Remastered

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Escape Baldi's schoolhouse again in this new remastered version of Baldi's Basics Classic! Use stealth and strategy to collect all 7 notebooks and win! Featuring three games in one, gameplay improvements, a more authentic art style, accessibility improvements, and brand new ways to play!

    2022ActionStrategyIndieFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Ninja Kiwi Archive

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Enjoy some of the best loved Flash games of the past in this awesome time capsule of over 60 Ninja Kiwi classics. Experience a piece of history and play the original Flash games that spawned the worldwide phenomenon of Bloons TD.

    2020ActionStrategyCasualFreeSteam ↗

More from CITY CONNECTION

Other recommendable Steam games by CITY CONNECTION, ranked by review count so the studio's hits land first.

  1. STRIKERS 1945

    WHY THIS

    Another title from CITY CONNECTION, the studio behind Samurai Aces. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    The vertical scrolling shooter game released in the arcade by "Psikyo". You can set the difficulty level, controls, screen orientation, etc. In addition, online rankings have been implemented! Aim to be the world's best Striker!

    2020ActionDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. STRIKERS 1945 II

    WHY THIS

    Another title from CITY CONNECTION, the studio behind Samurai Aces. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Easy to play, hard to master. This is one of the most iconic arcade shooter of the 90s, released by Psikyo. It comes back with many customizable options and online rankings!

    2020ActionDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. TENGAI

    WHY THIS

    Another title from CITY CONNECTION, the studio behind Samurai Aces. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Miko-san and ninja girl blast away! The best of eccentric Japanese-style shooter is here! With online rankings!

    2020ActionDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. STRIKERS 1945 III

    WHY THIS

    Another title from CITY CONNECTION, the studio behind Samurai Aces. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Here's a challenge from 90's arcades! The ultimate Psikyo shooter! With online rankings.

    2020ActionDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Game Tengoku CruisinMix Special

    WHY THIS

    Another title from CITY CONNECTION, the studio behind Samurai Aces. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Game Tengoku CrusinMix is a vertically scrolling shooting game mixing cute characters, a game world parodying a wide range of gaming tropes and history, tight controls, refined mechanics and eggplants?!

    2017Action7.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. Psyvariar Delta

    WHY THIS

    Another title from CITY CONNECTION, the studio behind Samurai Aces. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Thrive on Danger: Master the 'Buzz' to transform peril into pure power. Graze the edge of destruction to fuel your evolution. Harness the fleeting invincibility of each level-up to dive even deeper into the barrage.

    2019Action8.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Ninja JaJaMaru: The Great Yokai Battle + Hell

    WHY THIS

    Another title from CITY CONNECTION, the studio behind Samurai Aces. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    "Ninja JaJaMaru : The Great Yokai Battle + Hell" est un jeu d'action en 2D. Il s'agit de la dernière interaction de la série Ninja JaJaMaru qui introduit de nouveaux contrôles et de nouvelles mécaniques de jeu dans la série.

    2022Action3.87 USDSteam ↗
  8. GUNBIRD

    WHY THIS

    Another title from CITY CONNECTION, the studio behind Samurai Aces. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    "Marion" the little great wizard in the steampunk world. The masterpiece of the "Psikyo Shooting"! Online rankings are available.

    2020ActionDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Plays great on Steam Deck

Valve-Verified or Playable picks from the similar pool — ready to go on Deck out of the box.

  1. GUNBIRD 2

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Let's go on the treasure hunt through the skies of the world! The ultimate "Psikyo Shooter" with online rankings!

    2020ActionDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  2. Pocky & Rocky Reshrined

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    The original cute and hardcore shrine maiden shooter is now available on Steam! Completely new game, a sequel to the home original "Pocky&Rocky" (Super Nintendo Entertainment System)! The adventures of Pocky&Rocky begin once again.

    2023Action29.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. HUNTDOWN

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    In the mayhem-filled streets of the future where criminal gangs rule and cops fear to tread, only the bounty hunters can free the city from the corrupt fist of felony. Lay waste to the criminal underworld and make a killing in this hard boiled action comedy arcade shooter.

    2021ActionIndie19.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  4. Ninjin: Clash of Carrots

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    Ninjin: Clash of Carrots is an anime-inspired beat-em-up with varied enemies and deep customization. Play as the rabbit Ninjin, or Akai, the ninja fox, and fight to retrieve the carrots stolen by Shogun Moe! Redeem carrots for weapons, upgrades and more! Supports 2-player online or local co-op.

    2018ActionIndieAdventure9.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Blazing Chrome

    WHY THIS

    Deck Verified — runs on Steam Deck out of the box. Shares Action with Samurai Aces.

    In Blazing Chrome, bring your best pal and kick some metal butts to free the humankind while enjoying a classic run’n’gun, fully loaded with action and exciting fights!

    2019ActionIndie16.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Samurai Aces

Is Samurai Aces verified for Steam Deck?
Yes — Samurai Aces is Steam Deck Verified, meaning Valve has confirmed it runs well on the Deck with full controller, text legibility, and default configuration support.
Does Samurai Aces have multiplayer or co-op?
Yes — Samurai Aces supports multi-player play according to its Steam store listing (Multi-player, Shared/Split Screen Co-op, Co-op).
What games are most similar to Samurai Aces?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Samurai Aces are TENGAI, GUNBIRD 2, GUNBIRD.
Who developed Samurai Aces?
Samurai Aces was developed by CITY CONNECTION, Zerodiv and published by CITY CONNECTION.

imho.run ranks Steam game alternatives using a mix of collaborative filtering (ALS / iALS / EASE / LightGCN), content scoring over genres, categories, Steam tags, developers, and publishers, plus AI-extracted vibes mined from review text. The page above is generated in seed mode anchored on Samurai Aces.

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