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2007PC, Xbox, Steam Deck verified95 % positive−50 % 19.50 € 9.75 €

Deathsmiles is a relentless CAVE bullet-hell shooter where you play as one of five angels defending a magical kingdom from demonic invaders. Its appeal lies in weaving through dense walls of projectiles with razor-sharp dodging.

  • Runs that play out differently every time
  • Challenging difficulty
  • Shooting and gunplay
  • Boss fights as highlights

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In short: Games like Deathsmiles

Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Deathsmiles special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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Mushihimesama

93 %Match

2004PlayStation, Steam Deck playable96 % positive−50 % 19.50 € 9.75 €

Brings what grabs you about Deathsmiles: a demanding difficulty, gripping boss fights and good gunplay.

A frantic Cave arcade bullet-hell shooter where you fly through insect-filled forests, weaving through dense bullet patterns. Precise dodging and quick reflexes are the core of the experience.

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Touhou Shinreibyou: Ten Desires

Challenging difficulty

You pilot one of the Touhou heroines through dense bullet-hell stages full of spirits and projectile patterns, weaving between shots with precise movement. The music and Japanese fantasy style give it charm, but the difficulty demands serious practice.

Hitogata Happa

Challenging difficulty

You pilot a magic-wielding fighter through a vertically scrolling screen full of dense bullet patterns and flashy weapon effects. It is widely regarded as one of the hardest doujin shooters, rewarding precise dodging and pattern memorization above all.

Touhou Kanjuden: Legacy of Lunatic Kingdom

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

You pilot a small ship through dense, colorful bullet patterns and must weave between every attack with pinpoint precision. The story set in the Touhou world is told with plenty of charm and humor, but it is the razor-sharp reflexes that define the experience.

Bullet Heaven 2

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

In Bullet Heaven 2 you weave through hundreds of shimmering bullets per second while blasting waves of cute enemies. It is a bullet-hell shmup built around fast reflexes and focused dodging.

Touhou Youyoumu: Perfect Cherry Blossom

Challenging difficulty

A classic bullet-hell shooter from the Touhou series where you pick a character with distinct shot types and weave through dense, elaborate bullet patterns. The Cherry Point scoring system rewards risky play, backed by a famously beloved soundtrack.

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