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Looking for games like 2D Platformer? Here are top platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Horse of Troy, Bruno's Adventures or Booze and Betrayal.

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  1. # Introduction : Embark on an exciting journey through ancient Greece, set in the mythical year of 1182 BC, in a 2D side-scrolling adventure! As a valiant Greek warrior, you'll engage in epic battles against the Trojans, navigating through levels to collect pieces of the legendary Trojan Horse. Each level will unlock a piece of the horse, leading to a grand finale where you confront the ultimate e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horse of Troy.

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  2. Bruno's Adventures is 2d action platformer game.Here the player has to help the main character, bruno to dodge various obstacles and reach the end. Collect various types of coins to score more points. There are 3 types of coins in this game. Copper coins give you 25 points, silver gives 50 points and gold gives 100 points. But its not so simple as it sounds.   There are 2 levels.   Level 1 is full… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bruno's Adventures.

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  3. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Booze and Betrayal is a short pixel platformer game with a 1920s mafia theme. Make your way through four levels to avenge the death of your best friend, wrecking havoc along your path! Blood and Gore will line your trail towards justice! Take down enemies execution style Several weapons types Fun characters and enemies Cut-scenes Blood and Gore Fast paced gameplay How to play: move with keybo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Booze and Betrayal.

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  4. 92%Game Brain Score
    92% User Score Based on 129 reviews

    1-stage demake of Sonic 3 made with PICO-8 If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to pico sonic.

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  5. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    94% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Hanaby the Witch is a single player 2D platformer with fireworks as a theme. This game is the second edition of the Hanaby series following Ameagari no Hanaby. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hanaby the Witch.

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  6. Yeah Yeah Beebiss II is the sequel to a game considered as lost media. As Kyonshi Hui and Jiangshi Bo, it is your quest to banish all evil in all 100 levels - 10 original stages, including the boss -- a mutated mass of pure evil. Yeah Yeah Beebiss II is a new retro homebrew game created as a love letter to the whole retro game scene! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yeah Yeah Beebiss II.

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  7. Faster Dave is an Atari 2600 Fast Eddie inspired game created in Godot. It features similar gameplay and levels.  You need to collect at least 9 orbs to make the key accessible from the big baddie and when you collect the key you advance the levels.  Every few levels the level layout and / or the baddie patterns will change. You can jump over baddies or avoid them using the ladders. Controls Keybo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Faster Dave.

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  8. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    100% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    an action-packed arcade shooter that takes you deep into the heart of a computer under siege. With vibrant visuals and exhilarating gameplay, it's time to charge into the digital depths and defend against the relentless waves of computer bugs! You're the system's last line of defense. The main Computer Platform is malfunctioning and you are the hope for restoring it and getting rid of the compute… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to District Panic.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 45 reviews

    Tumblr | Patreon | YouTube (This version of the game is now outdated and cancelled, but is very different from the final version of the game Grey Area, so this version is being kept online for archival and for people to check out and play with if interested) An adventure platforming game in which you must explore a strange world between worlds as you try to get home and find your parents... Curre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grey Area.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    97% User Score Based on 2,867 reviews

    Windowkill is a twin-stick shooter, but the game window itself is constantly closing in on you. Shoot the window edges to push it around your screen as you fight and dodge enemies and bosses in their own windows. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to windowkill.

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  11. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, optimization
    89% User Score Based on 70 reviews

    Play Abathor Atlantis Landing and relive the glory of arcades in this action platformer for up to 4 players. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abathor: Atlantis Landing.

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    54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    - World Story - The game "Ninnin" is set in "Fifty City," where the protagonist lives. Fifty City is a fictional city where ordinary people and ninjas coexist. Originally, Fifty City was a peaceful place. However, sudden invasions by the ruthless "Hunter" gangs have caused incidents and accidents in various locations. As the city lacked a military presence and only had the police to contend with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ninnin.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    68% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    Xenosis is a thrilling metroidvania where you traverse an ancient temple that has been overrun by alien creatures. Armed with your blaster, you must combat a variety of challenging enemies and upgrade your weapon to escape If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xenosis.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    89% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    Kalevania is a retro action platformer loosely based on Finnish mythology. Fight with bare hands, sword, axe, bow, and 11 runic weapons. With 50+ enemy types and collectibles, enjoy a full retro gaming experience! Play as Väinämöinen and relive classic console gaming! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kalevania.

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  15. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    73% User Score Based on 123 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 2 reviews

    Make words come to life in this action adventure unlike any other! Haimrik blends gameplay with the narrative of its story set in medieval times. Combined with crisp humor and rare visual style, Haimrik’s journey is sure to entertain. Word’s the word! Fortunately, Haimrik commands the Power of the Words! These are the stones in the path Haimrik walks, and he brings them to life as he steps on eac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Haimrik.

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  17. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    71% User Score Based on 104 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 3 reviews

    Donuts 'N' Justice is a fast-paced 2d horizontal shoot-'em-up wherein you take the role of one of two Super Cops in the 1980s to defend their city against gangs, violence and corruption. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Donuts'n'Justice.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    79% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    "Jumping Cat" is a simple and straightforward platform jumping game. In order to revive the lost kingdom, our cat hero puts on his cape and overcomes many obstacles to collect Gold Coins and Paw Gems in dungeons full of traps! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jumping Cat.

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  19. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    92% User Score Based on 1,007 reviews

    Spark the electric jester is an action/platformer video game heavily based on best classics from the 16-bit era from both sides of the aisle. You play as Spark, an electric jester frustrated by the loss of his job! On one beautiful day, robots decided to take over the world. Seeing as Spark’s job was taken by a robot, he decided this was the perfect opportunity for his revenge! Spark will have to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spark the Electric Jester.

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  20. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    69% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    Welcome to Fantasy Fishing Town! Cute pixel graphic x side scroll fishing. It's a unique pleasure! Legendary fish! You're mine! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fantasy Fishing Town.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    47% User Score Based on 64 reviews

    "Neon Hardcore" - this is a game that makes you freak out the player after each death of the player character. You need to manage the green cube and get to another green reference point. But it is very difficult, as the player interfere with the rotating saws and others obstacles red color. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neon Hardcore.

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  22. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    95% User Score Based on 39 reviews

    Anime Artist 2 is a unique sim experience for PC: A Puzzle game with light RPG elements. Help our lovely Danya becoming an Anime Artist. Draw, Color, Collect art while making money and unlocking various dresses and hair styles for her... but most importantly... her heart! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Anime Artist 2: Lovely Danya.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    88% User Score Based on 17 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 2 reviews

    Local multiplayer mayhem for 2 to 4 players in a post apocalyptic setting. Invite your friends and straight up murder them. In the game. Not in real life... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moribund.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 83 reviews

    RedEx is a 2D shooter with Tower Defence mechanics, with a minimalist pixel art stile. You are to fight against mercenaries of underground smuggling organization which pretends to be a logistic corporation called RedExpress. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RedEx.

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  25. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    75% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    A mystical library houses books of ancient folktales from lost civilizations. Play as prince Sayri, and protect these stories from wicked magic that aims to erase their memory forever. Enter each story and save it from within... or at least part of it. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guardian of Lore.

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    29%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    38% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    Frog Demon is classic action-shooter game with platformer game elements where your main mission is to kill your enemies while trying get as far as you can. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frog Demon.

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  27. 26%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    25% User Score Based on 126 reviews
    Critic Score 30%Based on 1 reviews

    Sleeping Valley - a new arcade platformer game In Sleeping Valley you only have one life to live and it's your job to see how far you can take this cute character on his brutally hard journey. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sleeping Valley.

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  28. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    91% User Score Based on 454 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Blast hordes of alien ships into junk. Collect the scrap to upgrade your ship into an unstoppable force of destruction. Unlock new characters and weapons and upgrade your stats between runs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Scrappers.

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  29. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, atmosphere
    81% User Score Based on 31 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 1 reviews

    Adventure platformer about Potata's travel in fairy forest. Reveal all secrets and hidden treasures and don't forget to save the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Potata: fairy flower.

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  30. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    90% User Score Based on 268 reviews

    Tcheco in the Castle of Lucio is an exciting, fast-paced action game.Help Tcheco the Adventure Boy to leave a mysterious castle full of deadly creatures!Be ready for a big challenge, full of nonsense humor and retro goodness. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tcheco in the Castle of Lucio.

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  31. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Star girls is a dating sim with a bullet hell combat system and light RPG elements in it. The story is character driven with many different endings depending on your choices. You only have 60 days to make a Star girl fall in love with you or become cursed forever. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Girls.

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  32. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 119 reviews

    Alpacapaca Dash is an endless runner with lasers and alpacas, a fun, cute and addictive game. Try to get the highest score, the highest amount of coins, unlock all alpacas and play until you can fully restore the world! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alpacapaca Dash.

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    OverviewHopSquash! is a spiritual successor to the classic DOS game "Jump 'n Bump!" It's a simple little game for people of all ages to play together. Give a controller to a non-gamer friend and watch them get caught up in it! Just move and jump! Great for parties! And parents, you choose to have candy or confetti instead of blood, as this is a great game to play with the family too! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HopSquash!.

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  34. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    71% User Score Based on 502 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 3 reviews

    Become Aidan, a three-armed mutant who hunts the most dangerous bounties in the galaxy. Catch, slice, dice and destroy enemies in this exciting 2D platformer with a space-western setting. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to They Always Run.

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  35. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Game Description In ancient times, a man asked a sly jungle fairy for eternal life. They agreed, but on one condition: the man will always be chased by an immortal, antropomorphic snail who can kill him by one touch. But the snail has one weakness: he lacks the ability to jump. Key Features There is no jump: the main character can only walk and dash.Use your surroundings: various things around … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jumpless.

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  36. Escape the chaotic world you woke up in. Controls: A - Move LeftD - Move RightS - Move Down on the platforms.P - Shoot.Space - Jump (hold for maximum 0.5 seconds for higher jump)Ctrl - After jumping, if you crouch while falling down, you will gain momentum, falling quicker. (There's no sprinting, sorry, will add in future) Download and play  the Windows build if you can for better visual p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chaotic Dream.

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  37.             Description Making a polished 2D platformer in Unity can take weeks of setup and debugging before you even start designing levels. The 2D Platformer Pro Kit was built to change that. It gives you a complete, production-ready foundation so you can spend less time fighting code and more time creating your game. This bundle combines all our premium 2D assets into one cohesive packag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unity 2D Platformer Kit – Complete Game Template.

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  38. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Delivery Berrie is a fast-paced 2D platformer where you play as a courier berry named Berrie. He has just gotten a huge supply of food (which is shown in a small crate) to feed Berrie's hometown for an entire year, and now must race against a 1 minute and 30 second clock to deliver it ALL the way to Berrie's hometown while dodging numerous traps and enemies and managing your time wisely to make it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Delivery Berrie.

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  39. AlamCera is a 2D-pixel art platformer that implements elements of action and adventure, across four levels, each inspired by iconic tales from Malay folklore.  It is developed for my final year university project and aims to promote traditional Malay stories or fairytales with a global audience, highlighting the moral values passed down through generations. You play as Budi, a loyal palace g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AlamCera: A Malay Folklore Mobile Game Development Based On Action Adventure Game.

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  40. The Application is in peril! Due to some code loops being left open, the game is slowly but surely running out of memory. It's your job to close the loops and save the game before you get a MEMORY LEAK. Strategize and find an optimal route to the different loops, making sure to fulfill all neccesary objectives along the way. As you play, the loops will slow down the game, causing certain obstacle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Memory Leak.

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  41. Super Polandball - Game Description Super Polandball is an action-packed 2D platformer where you take control of a brave Polandball (or other countryballs like France, Ukraine, or USA) to save the world from the clutches of evil! Embark on a thrilling adventure across 10 challenging levels filled with parkour platforms, coin collecting, epic battles, and unique bosses like Trilluminati, Omskbird,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Polandball Game.

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  42. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Help Hr. B! Controls Arrow keys to move around. [Z]/[M] to confirm or brake. [P] to pause the game.Player 2: ESDF to move around. [Q]/[W] to brake.(QWERTY keyboard) How to play Survive for 100 seconds to win! It might be fun to go in blind and figure out how the game works yourself, but if you'd rather not here's how everything works: ====== Hr. B ====== You play as Hr. B. He is vulnerable … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hr. B.

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  43. This is a short 2D platformer game, where the main challenge is to beat the level with the given amount of actions. This Project was made for the Game Lab I Lecture at the University Wuerzburg. Controls: Walk: A/DJump:W/SpaceDash: Left ShiftLong jump: Jump while dashingReset: RSubmit/Leave Level: Enter Notes:  You can change the Gamemode in the Main Menu. Credits: Game Development:Maximilian Zang,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Stowaway.

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  44. https://github.com/polygonalcube/Power-Forsaker Made by a team of five Drexel University students over the course of 48 hours for the GMTK Game Jam 2023. The theme of the jam was "Roles Reversed." Our idea behind the project was to reverse the role of a typical player: get stronger. Instead of this, the player gets weaker, losing abilities as the game goes on. WASD or arrow keys to move and jump. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Power Forsaker.

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    This game captivates players with its distinctive pixel art style, crafting a fantastical realm where yellow earth meets a blue sky. As an endearing Corgi puppy, you embark on a challenging adventure through diverse landscapes that include lush forests, bustling towns, and mysterious caves. Using the WASD keys for navigation and the space bar for precise jumps, you must overcome various obstacles … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abdicate.

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  46. Life is arguably just a game. If that is the case, what is this game? Well, it's kind of hard to explain. Perhaps it's just a game where you play as Burgersaurus Rex on an insane mission to eat all the burgers and cakes. Or is it? Dive in and unveil the mystery behind Beyond the Veil, my artistic thesis as a first time game developer. Many sleepless nights.. Credits: Layer 1 Music:  Platformer … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond the Veil.

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  47. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    About The Game Embrace the thrill of color-coded survival in 'Shade Shift Survival'! Engage in an intense arcade experience where split-second decisions are the difference between victory and defeat. With your character's ability to shift between black and white textures, you must navigate a relentless onslaught of enemies and cannon fire. In this one-level arcade challenge, your objective is simp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shade Shift Survival.

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  48. Meat Beaters Adventure is a 2.5D Platforming Adventure game where you the player control a handful of obese farm animals to help them escape from a deadly slaughter house.  Take control of the Cow to smash your way out, the Pig to dash past danger, and the Chicken to fly around certain death. Everywhere you go deadly meat grinders, tricky traps and gruesome evisceration will be waiting for you. Ca… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meat Beaters Adventure.

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    30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Cax is a 2D platform that I created in GameMaker: Studio as part of my Game Design assignment for university, and I earned a very high grade for my accomplishment. Now that it's all done, I have decided it was time to upload it onto Itch.io for you to experience! The content of the game isn't very big as there's only two enemies, three weapons, and a whopping two levels, but at the very least I h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cax.

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  50. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Latest Update: 12:28, 23-Mar-2024A remake of Saboteur by Clive Townsend. Entire game made with free version of Coppercube. No code/scripts.Keys...⭅    A⭆    D⟱    S⟰    SpaceDone...Prevent player moving/jumping when dead.Wall collide animation.HUD icons: nearby/held switches/items.Wall collision detection.Replaced player 'running' sprites.Added player-dead sprite.Replaced 'on ground' plugin with m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Saboteur ᶻˣ.

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