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Games like Lilac 0

If Lilac 0 is your kind of game, the closest matches are Operius DX, LINOVICTUS and Emerald Blue — picked from the ranked list below. Reviewers single out its atmospheric, challenging and competitive. 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 Lilac 0: The machine world of Molybdion has fallen into disarray. As Nidhogg eats the root of the planet, unending wars rage on the surface! Slice your way through hordes of metallic foes in five frantic levels, defeat fearsome bosses, and dodge countless bullets in this vintage vertical shoot 'em up.

2025ActionIndie11.49 USDWindowsby Bullet Prince, Victor Pouderoux
Lilac 0 — Steam game cover
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Dash cancels bullets and slices enemiesPalette swapping changes visibility schemesPlay individual levels or stages for quick sessionsAtmosphericChallengingCompetitive

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Steam players who put hours into Lilac 0 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. Operius DX

    WHY THIS

    Top pick for Lilac 0 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    Blast off into Operius DX, a high-speed arcade shooter where you navigate twisting polygonal tunnels, battle waves of enemies, and confront formidable bosses in an endless amount of procedurally-generated levels. How far can you get?

    2025ActionIndie4.99 USDSteam ↗
  2. LINOVICTUS

    WHY THIS

    Second-strongest match for Lilac 0 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    Fight through waves of enemies across shifting arenas, buy upgrades between stages, invest in new ships, research permanent upgrades between runs, and compete on the global leaderboards in this blood-pumping twin stick shooter.

    ActionIndieSteam ↗
  3. Emerald Blue

    WHY THIS

    Shares bullet hell, difficulty modes, retro and an intense mood with Lilac 0.

    Third-strongest match for Lilac 0 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Lilac 0.

    If your ideal is strong... Hold it tightly... even in death... The Swan EM-43DSC... A experimental fighter jet blasts through the skies of the New East/West. And as the pilot clutches his yoke, he commits to his rebellion knowing full well, that his mission is not for the faint of heart....

    2025ActionAdventure9.99 USDSteam ↗
  4. Hellfish

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #4 for Lilac 0 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    Hellfish is a classic side-scrolling shoot 'em up set deep in a corrupted ocean. Battle demonic sea creatures as The Pope using his holy submarine, and customize your righteous weapons in unique ways every time you play.

    ActionIndieSteam ↗
  5. RESHOOTER

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #5 for Lilac 0 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Lilac 0.

    RESHOOTER offers heart-pounding shoot-em-up action that elevates classic arcade gameplay to the next level. Dive into the retroflow with electrifying visuals, immersive audio, and captivating mechanics.

    2026ActionEarly AccessSteam ↗
  6. Switch 'N' Shoot

    WHY THIS

    Shares score chasing, boss fights and an intense mood with Lilac 0.

    Ranked #6 for Lilac 0 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    Endless arcade action with just ONE button - Switch directions whenever you shoot!

    2016ActionIndieCasual3.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. Crush The Rebellion!

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #7 for Lilac 0 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    The galactic empire is under siege from the rebel scum in all directions! Fight through endless waves of rebel ships using all of the weapons and resources at your disposal as you execute your sole orders: to Crush The Rebellion!

    2026ActionIndie4.49 USDSteam ↗
  8. Dogyuun

    WHY THIS

    Ranked #8 for Lilac 0 fans by collaborative filtering across millions of Steam libraries. Shares Action with Lilac 0.

    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.

    2024Action7.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗

Cheaper alternatives

Games in the same vein priced at least 40% below Lilac 0 at current Steam store prices.

  1. Garry's Mod

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~57% under Lilac 0 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Lilac 0.

    Garry's Mod is a physics sandbox. There aren't any predefined aims or goals. We give you the tools and leave you to play.

    2006IndieSimulationCasual4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Vampire Survivors

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~57% under Lilac 0 on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    Mow down thousands of night creatures and survive until dawn! Vampire Survivors is a gothic horror casual game with rogue-lite elements, where your choices can allow you to quickly snowball against the hundreds of monsters that get thrown at you. Be the bullet hell!

    2022ActionIndieRPG4.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  3. Titanfall® 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~61% under Lilac 0 on Steam right now. Shares Action with Lilac 0.

    Respawn Entertainment gives you the most advanced titan technology in its new, single player campaign & multiplayer experience. Combine & conquer with new titans & pilots, deadlier weapons, & customization and progression systems that help you and your titan flow as one unstoppable killing force.

    2020Action4.49 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. Slay the Spire

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~46% under Lilac 0 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Lilac 0.

    We fused card games and roguelikes together to make the best single player deckbuilder we could. Craft a unique deck, encounter bizarre creatures, discover relics of immense power, and Slay the Spire!

    2019StrategyIndie6.24 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Cookie Clicker

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~57% under Lilac 0 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Lilac 0.

    An idle game about making cookies! Originally released in 2013 on the web, and actively developed since then. This is the official version for Steam.

    2021StrategyIndieSimulation4.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. WEBFISHING

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~57% under Lilac 0 on Steam right now. Shares Indie with Lilac 0.

    WEBFISHING a multiplayer chatroom-focused fishing game! Relax and fish (on the web!)

    2024IndieMassively MultiplayerCasual4.99 USDSteam ↗
  7. POSTAL 2

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~91% under Lilac 0 on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    Live a week in the life of "The POSTAL Dude"; a hapless everyman just trying to check off some chores. Buying milk, returning an overdue library book, getting Gary Coleman's autograph, what could possibly go wrong?

    2012ActionIndieAdventure0.99 USDDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  8. Buckshot Roulette

    WHY THIS

    Priced ~74% under Lilac 0 on Steam right now. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    Play Russian roulette with a 12-gauge shotgun. Four enter. One leaves. Roll the dice with your life. Good luck!

    2024ActionIndieSimulation2.99 USDDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Free alternatives

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

  1. STRAFTAT

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action with Lilac 0.

    STRAFTAT is a 1v1/2v2 ONLINE first person SHOOTER with quick rounds in over 350 MAPS ; Including all WEAPONS, proximity chat and 4 players FFA.

    2024ActionFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  2. Awaria

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    Awaria is a short game about working in haunted maintenance tunnels.

    2024ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  3. Grimm's Hollow

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Lilac 0.

    A spooky, freeware RPG where you search the afterlife for your brother. Reap ghosts with your scythe, explore haunted caves, and eat ghostly treats on your journey through death.

    2019IndieAdventureRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  4. The Expendabros

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    The Expendabros have assembled and set their sights on the forces of ruthless arms dealer Conrad Stonebanks in the forests of Eastern Europe.

    2014ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck VerifiedSteam ↗
  5. Iron Snout

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    Iron Snout is a fast, colorful and brutal fighting game in which you will be helping a piglet fight for its life against hordes of wolves.

    2016ActionIndieFree To PlayFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  6. UNBEATABLE [white label]

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    A young girl learns a song. An exclusive side-story set in the world of D-CELL GAMES' upcoming rhythm-adventure.

    2021ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  7. Star Fetchers

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Action and Indie with Lilac 0.

    The introduction to a wild ride with gangsters and deep state conspiracy theories

    2020ActionIndieAdventureFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗
  8. Magic Archery

    WHY THIS

    Free-to-play pick from the same recommendation pool — no purchase to try it. Shares Indie with Lilac 0.

    Train a commoner to become the greatest archer in this short incremental game! Increase your stats, gather wealth from quests, buy upgrades, and infuse your arrows with magic.

    2024IndieSimulationRPGFreeDeck PlayableSteam ↗

Frequently asked about Lilac 0

How much does Lilac 0 cost?
Lilac 0 is listed on Steam at 11.49 USD (current store price; Steam sales may reduce this temporarily).
What games are most similar to Lilac 0?
Based on Steam play patterns and shared genres/tags, the games most often recommended alongside Lilac 0 are Operius DX, LINOVICTUS, Emerald Blue.
Who developed Lilac 0?
Lilac 0 was developed by Bullet Prince, Victor Pouderoux and published by Bullet Prince.

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 Lilac 0.

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