The Steam Bullet Heaven Fest kicked off on the 9th. While traditional bullet hell games—where you dodge a barrage of projectiles—are timeless, a new breed has emerged: the 'Vampir' survivors-likes. These titles are all about the sheer joy of obliterating thousands of enemies at once and crafting broken builds from randomised upgrades. As the market is flooded with new releases, we’ve sifted through the noise to bring you the best titles currently holding a 'Very Positive' rating or higher.

'Soulstone Survivors'puts you in the boots of a Void Hunter tasked with crushing waves of minions and formidable Lords. It’s a straightforward roguelite shooter that keeps things punchy, currently boasting a 'Very Positive' rating on Steam (26,403 reviews, 91% positive).

What sets it apart? The sheer scale of the content. With over 20 unique characters, weapon-specific loadouts, and a massive 350+ skill tree, no two runs feel identical. It is immensely satisfying to theory-craft a devastating build, clear the screen, and tick off those challenging achievements one by one.

'Megabonk'decided that flat, 2D planes were a bit boring, opting instead for a 3D environment. This allows you to weaponise the terrain—think hills, slopes, and buildings—to your tactical advantage. It’s clearly working, as the game has secured a 'Very Positive' rating on Steam (102,275 reviews, 94% positive).

The core loop remains classic: slay foes, collect XP, and pray to the RNG gods for decent upgrades. However, the 3D map introduces a cheeky layer of strategy; you can skate down slopes for speed or scramble up towers to avoid a sticky situation. With 20 characters and 70+ item synergies, there’s plenty of depth to sink your teeth into.

'Vital Shell'is a roguelike shooter where you pilot a mech to purge alien lifeforms. The goal is simple: survive the endless waves of monsters using the familiar rhythm of levelling up and refining your gear. The community seems to love it, giving it an 'Overwhelmingly Positive' rating on Steam (1,552 reviews, 97% positive).

It might look like a throwback to the 90s with its gritty, low-poly aesthetic and retro UI, but don't let that fool you—it is incredibly polished under the hood. The combat is fast and frenetic, and thanks to a complex system involving characters, weapons, and gems, you can create thousands of build variations. It’s a classic case of not judging a book by its blocky cover.

'Rogue: Genesia'cleverly mashes the stage-progression style of 'Slay the Spire' with the chaotic action of a survivors-like. You navigate a map filled with shops, smithies, and elite encounters, giving you more agency over your run. It holds a 'Very Positive' rating on Steam (8,461 reviews, 90% positive).

The gameplay layers a touch of fantasy RPG flavour over the usual chaos. As you fight, you’ll collect weapons and Soul Cards with rarities ranging from common to Ascended. There are even 'Hero Cards' that offer massive power spikes in exchange for debuffs, making it a dream for players who love chasing high-risk, high-reward builds.

'Conquest Dark'brings a dark, Diablo-esque atmosphere and deep RPG progression to the survivors-like genre. It’s a grim tale of heroes fighting cosmic horror in a crumbling kingdom, and it’s currently sitting pretty with a 'Very Positive' Steam rating.

You start by choosing a class—Warrior, Paladin, Rogue, or Mage—each with their own signature kit. From there, it’s the usual dance of thinning out the horde and levelling up. The standout feature here is the depth of character growth; you’ll be busy upgrading class-specific skills and runes to squeeze out every bit of power for those late-game stages.