Single-player games like Batsugun
Below are 16 single-player Steam games similar to Batsugun, ranked by player overlap. Every pick carries Steam's Single-player category, so multiplayer-only titles or always-online games don't sneak in. imho.run pulls the category data from Steam directly — Single-player here matches what the store labels.
Want the full alternatives list (paid + free + Steam Deck + cheaper picks)? See the parent games like Batsugun page.
Ranked picks
- 1
Zero Wing
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Defend the galaxy from vicious space pirates! Seize your foes and fire them back at their allies for devastating destruction in Toaplan's legendary horizontal arcade shooter, now on PC with all-new features and quality-of-life bonuses!
- 2
Asteroid Blasters
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Asteroid Blasters is a non-stop action space shooter. Inspired by Asteroids, this game will see you choose between 6 different ships each with their own characteristics and utilize a variety of weapon powerups to eradicate your enemies. Play 2 players to increase your chance of survival.
- 3
Fixeight
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Introducing FixEight, Toaplan's thrilling vertical run-and-gun game featuring eight peerless warriors with cutting-edge weapons. Embark on an exhilarating cosmic escapade with up to three players at once. Now on PC with modern extras!
- 4
Twin Cobra
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Blast battalions of tanks into smoking craters and conquer air and sea from the sky's fastest attack chopper! Toaplan's coin-op shooter Twin Cobra flies to PC with fresh features and quality-of-life updates!
- 5
Dogyuun
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
A science fiction-themed vertically scrolling shoot 'em up game known for its stunning detailed pixel art, gigantic bosses, and a menacing difficulty. From the legendary studio Toaplan, this is quite possibly the most rock and roll shooting game of all time.
- 6
Vimana
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Uncover the magic of Indian mythology, unique power-ups, and an enchanting soundtrack in this electrifying space showdown. Toaplan's vertical co-op shooter Vimana debuts on PC, offering accessible, action-packed gameplay and modern enhancements!
- 7
Truxton 2
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
The sequel to Toaplan’s shoot ‘em up masterpiece Truxton is a thrilling insane space action with an unforgiving difficulty level. Enjoy the visually stunning pixel graphics and vibrant music as you dodge the high-speed bullet rain and take on tough bosses.
- 8
Twin Hawk
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Take on powerful tanks and battleships with the best use of your fighter in this military themed vertical arcade shoot ‘em up by Toaplan! Summon friendly fighter planes to avoid emergencies and increase firepower. Now on PC with modern enhancements!
- 9
Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Soar sky-high in Raiden III x MIKADO MANIAX, an electrifying entry in the classic arcade shoot-‘em-up series! Customize your music, wallpapers, game mode, and more before launching into high-octane aerial action!
- 10
Grind Stormer
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Grind Stormer, aka V・V, is a vertically scrolling manic shooter with gorgeous pixel art graphics and an upbeat FM soundtrack. Developed by an all-star team at the legendary Japanese studio Toaplan, known for their stellar shoot ‘em ups.
- 11
Earthion
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Earthion is a side-scrolling space shooter developed natively for 16-bit systems. Guide space fighter pilot Azusa Takanashi in her fight to repel the alien invaders and save planet Earth.
- 12
Gimmick! 2
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Embark on a sparkling journey in this long-awaited sequel to SUNSOFT’s legendary 8-bit platformer Gimmick! Solve puzzles, trick enemies, and explore a physics-based playground. Yumetaro is back!
- 13
Wunderling DX
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Dash, jump, and fly at full speed through Wunderling DX: a non-stop puzzle platformer and the world's first "goomba simulator"! Race against the clock, beat tricky puzzles to uncover shiny secrets, and stomp the odds to please your evil overlord!
- 14
Truxton
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
The ruthless Gidans invite you to an explosive space scramble! Head into the mighty Super Fighter and disintegrate your foes in all directions with various upgradeable weapons. Toaplan's no-frills vertical shooter Truxton speeds onto PC with new features and quality-of-life updates!
- 15
Out Zone
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Blast through alien hordes as the finest cyborg mercenary in existence! To emerge victorious, you'll need to manage time and resources skillfully. Toaplan's run-and-gun smash-hit finally arrives on PC, reloaded with new features and quality-of-life extras!
- 16
Tiger Heli
Single-player alternative to Batsugun — playable solo, no multiplayer required. Shares Action with Batsugun.
Take off on a classic arcade journey with Tiger-Heli, Toaplan's pioneering vertical shooter that set the stage for an entire genre. Now available on PC with a host of modern upgrades!