Forum Overview :: Site Comments :: Yes, they're called "Euroshmups."

[quote name="Mischief Press Corps"]Probably the best Euroshmup out there is <A HREF="http://jng.rakeingrass.com/" TARGET="new">Jets 'n' Guns</A>. It's beautiful, chock-full of RPG stats and hundreds of weapons, has something like 30 levels compared to the 5-6 of a traditional shmup, and one of the best soundtracks in the history of videogames. I think you and your vagina will love it![/quote]