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Looking for games like 2D Platformer? Here are top action recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Tastrion, 2D Platformer WIP or Yeah Yeah Beebiss II.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Somewhere in the vast unknown, a rogue planet drifts endlessly into space, once belonging to an advanced civilization that has now been consumed by Tastrion, an artificial mutagen that is the most potent genotoxin ever made. The last hope of humanity has been deployed from Ginsaria 9, a space colony that has developed a gunship titled ''Desolazor'' wielding a powerful weapon to fight back and erad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tastrion.

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  2. Currently shown here is my 2D Platformer Project. It is still in its "work in progress" stage. A bit a ways away from fully being completed and released. What follows are the potential modifications that I plan to make to the final product: 1.) Extra Levels This is self explanatory. I want to add different level, each increasing in difficulty. I'm including five levels total. Though I may change m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2D Platformer WIP.

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  3. 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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  4. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    96% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    A precision platformer where you master your skills to unveil the dark secrets of a strange and twisted universe. Jump, run, and roll through hundreds of handcrafted challenges in a sprawling, interconnected world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Pale Piper.

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  5. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    99% User Score Based on 496 reviews

    DEVIL BLADE REBOOT ●OverviewDevil Blade, a 1996 indie shmup released only in Japan, has received a full remake almost a quarter century later by the original creator, taking advantage of the latest technology. Dive into an immersive pseudo-3D experience that pushes the limits of pixel art. With a perfect fusion of background music and evolving stage design, you can experience a feeling o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEVIL BLADE REBOOT.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    Scud Frenzy, the Biggest Game Show in the Cosmos, brings you a fast paced eight-directional shooter about destruction, chaos, rewards and high-scores. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scud Frenzy.

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  7. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    62% User Score Based on 120 reviews

    GhoulBoy is a retro-inspired action platformer that combines the action-RPG genre with hack 'n' slash gameplay. Slay monsters, collect loot, avoid dangerous traps and defeat menacing bosses. GhoulBoy brings back the look and feel of the very best classic retro platformers from the '90s, introducing refreshed and engaging gameplay mechanics. If you miss platformers from the 16-bit era, GhoulBoy is … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ghoulboy.

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  8. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Space Mercenary Defense Force is a 2D sci-fi action-roguelike arena survivor game where you survive against an alien invasion and try to take down the mother ship! Equip your ship with a selection of branching upgrades to create unique builds each game and unlock new ships and permanent upgrades to help win the fight. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Mercenary Defense Force.

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  9. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 104 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 14 reviews

    Aerial_Knight's Never Yield + Soundtrack: Take the role of Wally. A mysterious character that has recovered what was taken from him. Hopefully, you're fast enough to outrun your enemies. Expose the truth and try to uncover the mystery of what happened to them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aerial_Knight's Never Yield.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    73% User Score Based on 148 reviews

    Jump into the life of Cubert, and help him reach his true love as you find your way through unique levels without being destroyed by your enemies as well as other obstacles, encounter new enemies and bosses as you climb the levels, collect cupcakes for your love along the way as you find hidden secrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Box Maze.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    98% User Score Based on 47 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Flying cats versus 10,000 soothing characters! What awaits them beyond all those furious midair fights...? Witness the world's most shocking ending for yourself! Shoot, evade, and detonate Bombers! Neko Navy is an exhilarating horizontal-scrolling shooter with easy controls. The game offers three difficulties that everyone from a beginner to an advanced player can enjoy. Fire off as many Bombers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neko Navy.

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  12. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    86% User Score Based on 158 reviews

    Just Get Through is a randomly generated platformer with roguelike elements. Featuring a destructible environment, sandbox mode, user-created levels, various gamemodes, hardcore mode, color palettes, deadly traps, explosions and more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Just Get Through.

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  13. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    94% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    INSPIRED BY THE WORLD DESIGN OF THE SOULS-LIKE GENREThe WINNER of GDWC fan favourite (WEEK 17)Get ready to embark on an epic, fun, cute and challenging journey of Miko. Miko Adventures Puffball tells the story of an epic adventure that merges unique puzzles with challenging platforming and lots of dangers to deal with. In the world of Puffball you play as Miko, a raccoon who lost his way while w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miko Adventures Puffball.

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  14. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, music
    73% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Tomato Jones - Episode 3 is a physics based ball-rolling platformer. The third sequel of its greatly fun predecessors - "Tomato Jones" and "Tomato Jones 2", already available on Steam. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tomato Jones - Episode 3.

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  15. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    The year is 3721 - Humans have terraformed many worlds across the galaxy using orbital power towers. Unfortunately, a discarded floating red car crashed into an alien space station and was traced back to Earth via its vehicle registration plate TSLA 10. The Aliens have been broadcasting a strange warning message continuously ever since the destruction of their space station… The message reads: … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Space Towers.

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  16. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    83% User Score Based on 124 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    The Big Journey is a casual, low-difficulty, cat-themed adventure game with motion controls created by a small Ukranian studio called Catfishbox. Players tilt their devices (or use optional on-screen buttons) to roll and bounce Mr. Whiskers through a beautiful storybook-like world as he searches for his missing friend, and enjoys a toe-tapping original soundtrack from an indie folk band. The game … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Big Journey.

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  17. This is my 2D Platformer Project  Modifications: 3 new & originally designed levels distinct from one another with a focus on progressive structure within each level. I did this by introducing different environments, types of enemies, types of pickups, checkpoints, overall difficulty increase, and differences in look/feel of level. I also really focused on player progression organizing the level s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Portal Divers.

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    100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 77 reviews

    What... IS this? It's a spoon. And yet, it's also a fork. Or is it either? It's a video game-type thing developed by Luke Tarlowe (formerly known as "Thunder Dragon").  A console-styled platformer with an action-adventure feel, complete with an expansive storyline featuring multifaceted characters across a widely varied world. Each new level is completely unique from the last.  With an emphasis o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Psycutlery.

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  19. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Content Creation and Live Streaming GuideYou are free to create and stream content. However, it would be a great help to us if you could include a link to our store. Thank you. For further inquiries, please contact us at [email protected]. Social Media Check out the latest game news on our social media channels! About the Game Game InfoOne day, a phone call rings at the GuGu Pizza … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GuGu Pizza : Delivering Pizza to the Space Station? Boss, this is just not right!.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    97% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    WASD/ArrowKeys || move          SPACE/Up/Z || jump          J/X || charge/dash hold jump to jump higher jump in the air to double jump Reload the page if sound is not working. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GuraQuest.

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  21. Evade cunning traps and race against the clock to conquer each level. Time is your greatest adversary, as you must master precision and speed to survive. But beware, one wrong move means instant demise, and there are not many chances in this unforgiving world. Prepare to be challenged like never before, as our game takes inspiration from the punishing difficulty of Dark Souls. With its relent… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DYING UNDER NIGHTFALL.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    92% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    An explosive tower defense experience like no other. Protect a crab colony from waves of invaders. In Eldritch Bulwark, you'll place barricades, deploy specialized units, and use traps on various levels. You'll encounter diverse enemies, including armored brutes, ranged bone-throwers, and ducks that multiply when defeated, requiring you to adapt your strategy. Your available defenses range from me… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eldritch Bulwark.

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  24. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere
    100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Poetry of Blood: Eclipse is a hyper-speed 2D roguelite action game. In the game, you will take on the role of a character codenamed Ishtar the female protagonist, “Moon”. Explore a post-apocalyptic world, defeat the beautiful girl bosses scattered across the land, and bring them back to your research base. Use different weapons, equipment, and AI companions to fight enemies and explore the fut… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Poetry of Blood: Eclipse.

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  25. can you rewrite this ChatGPT said: Sure! Here’s a revised version of the Unity Block Death Game concept: Unity Block Death Game: A Thrilling Puzzle Adventure A Unity Block Death Game is an exciting and challenging puzzle platformer that immerses players in a world filled with perilous obstacles, tricky puzzles, and action-packed survival gameplay. Players navigate through a maze of blocks, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to very complete game.

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  26. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    66% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    Slumbering Feline is a single-player, one-shot game featuring a feline-themed story. Step into the shoes of Momo, who finds herself lost in a strange dream and trying to escape from her slumber. Waking up in an unfamiliar world, Momo is equipped with the mystical gear she’s always desired. Momo will explore, battle enemies, discover weak points, find the key, and make a daring escape. Can Momo fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slumbering Feline.

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  27. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Guide to creating and streaming game contentFeel free to stream it, post it on YouTube~! If you have any other requests or questions, please feel free to contact us :) [email protected] About the Game " That’s why I’m here—to smash it all. Till not even a speck of dust is left. " In an age when humanity gave up on happiness—just to escape unhappiness—and became nothing but b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KILL THE WITCH.

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  28. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 83 reviews

    Cave Crawler 2 is a retro-inspired 2D side-scroller. Escape a series of winding caves full of strange creatures and treacherous platforming challenges. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cave Crawler 2.

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  29. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    BOBR SPRINT is an old-school platformer with increasing difficulty. The increase in difficulty is achieved by increasing the number of obstacles and enemies on the level, the appearance of dynamic platforms, obstacles and traps. 1) Fight enemies, find secrets, run through levels with a system of obstacles. 2) An old-school platformer is a game that includes elements of classic games from the 19… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BobrSprint.

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    In the game the player controls a tehnodrom, which can be equipped with various types of weapons. Each weapon has its own unique characteristics and abilities that can affect your play style. For example, one weapon can be very powerful but slow, another can be fast but not very effective, and a third can hit several enemies at the same time. The game will have 4 levels, of varying difficulty… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tehnodrom.

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  31. Overview:TurtleRun is a challenging 2D platformer that follows the journey of a turtle protagonist, unexpectedly swept away from his peaceful pond. Join him on a perilous adventure as he navigates through various challenges to find his way back home. Gameplay:Defeat enemies and confront challenging bosses as you test your platforming and shooting skills. Leap, dodge, shoot, and parry your way … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TurtleRun.

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  32. View Game
    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability
    98% User Score Based on 99 reviews

    Wizard Shrimp™ is a bullet-hell, roguelite game where you play as a Shrimp who is inexplicably also a Wizard?! Battle your way out of a slimy swamp, escape amethyst caves, before climbing the Mushroom Wizard's Tower to defeat the final boss. Collect upgrades and power ups along your quest to become the most powerful Shrimp this world has ever seen! Gain Krill points to power up your Shrimp an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wizard Shrimp.

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  33. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    83% User Score Based on 65 reviews

    Cryptical Path is an action-packed rogue-lite where you control the dungeon. Step into the role of the Architect, the creator of the mysterious Hexium, and shape your own path while battling the vengeful souls trapped within your creation. Here, the power is yours. Choose, combine, and build rooms to transform the labyrinth every run. Craft unique strategies, personalize your journey, and explore… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cryptical Path.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    89% User Score Based on 83 reviews

    NOTTOLOT is a robot hacking action game. Your character can take over enemy robots and use their special abilities to escape from the factory. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NOTTOLOT.

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  35. The Perplexing Orb returns in a brand new entry packed with new features! New art style, new levels, and new game play mechanics! In this third entry to The Perplexing Orb franchise, you have the ability to bounce your way through all new challenges! The game contains 40 all new story stages all designed around distance, height, and the ability to jump! The game features an all new retro in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Perplexing Orb: Bounce N' Roll.

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  36. Powernaut Decay is a non-linear platformer inspired by classic Mega Man and the Souls games. On a lonely ship, floating somewhere in space, sleeps a frozen POWERNAUT. The ships sensors detect a faint radio signal coming from an old Imperial outpost, on small planet called Erasure. Galactic law considers unregistered radio signals to be potential criminal activity. A course is set, and the Powerna… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to POWERNAUT DECAY.

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  37. 43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    69% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Star Legacy VR is an immersive virtual reality shooting game that incorporates intriguing Roguelike elements into gameplay. Players assume the roles of interstellar guardians who venture across diverse planets and traverse through various time zones. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Legacy VR.

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  38. A retro-style adventure platformer game, inspired by hits of the past and featuring wonderful music created by Manami Matsumae, will take you on an eventful journey through the diverse environmental stages to encourage you to save the world of retro gaming. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Revengers.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    91% User Score Based on 45 reviews

    Gray Destiny is an indie precision platformer that offers an atmospheric and captivating experience. Take control of the young boy as he navigates through a series of meticulously crafted levels, each more challenging than the last. The game's visuals blend hauntingly beautiful landscapes with dark, foreboding environments, immersing players in a gripping tale of self-discovery. Intense Prec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gray Destiny.

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  40. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    83% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    The Twin Hunters fell into The Segment World... Combat various monsters and bosses, and complete their segmented journey! The Segment Twins is a hack-and-slash game with simple controls and a unique character tag action feature. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to THE SEGMENT TWINS.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    88% User Score Based on 139 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 3 reviews

    Fact: everything is better with lasers. So we put lasers on over 30 angry giant insects who want to stop you, Space Moth, from escaping Earth and going to the Moon. Show them who's boss and blast your way into space! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Moth DX.

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  42. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    86% User Score Based on 249 reviews

    WISHLIST OUR NEW GAME About the GameSynopsisSlime-san: Superslime Edition includes all three major campaigns as well as some brand new levels and features! Mama’s Madness: You’ve been swallowed by a giant worm! Your goal is to platform yourself through its intestines back out its mouth before you get digested! Blackbird’s Kraken: You were about to take a vacation with your family and got eaten… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slime-san: Superslime Edition.

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  43. View Game
    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 84 reviews

    Park Bound is a massively multiplayer playground featuring player crafted parks. Each park contains a variety of worlds to explore, play, and meet other players. Every world presents goals and challenges to overcome with unique collectible treasures that can unlock special worlds in the park. Players can pick up jetpacks, soar the sky with hang-gliders, and even roll inside balls to complete objec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Park Bound.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    81% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Find a way out of the abandoned sci-fi complex through solving various puzzles. The game has more than 70 handcrafted levels with various game mechanics and visual themes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unit 404.

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  45. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 538 reviews

    The title says it all. Take one part falling block puzzle game, combine one part old-school platformer, add a couple thousand pixels, blend and serve. Why match colored blocks when you can just shoot the hell out of them? Your goal is to survive as long as you can in the single player, or the competitive multiplayer, or many challenges to help build your skills. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Puzzle Platformer Deluxe.

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  46. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 2,692 reviews

    They Bleed Pixels is a fiendishly difficult action platformer inspired by H.P. Lovecraft and classic horror. Rendered in a distinct visual style that blends pixel art with paper and ink textures, They Bleed Pixels is a singular mix of intense platforming and fierce beat-em-up action. At the core of its fighting system is a simple one-button combat scheme with surprising depth and versatility. Butt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to They Bleed Pixels.

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    75% User Score Based on 118 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Poöf has been tricked by accepting a golden laying kitten. But the precious kitty makes all the greedy monsters envious. Survive waves of monsters trying to steal your revenue! Poöf vs the cursed kitty is a mix between tower defense, and platforming action, a game focused on hardcore gameplay, tight controls and choices, inspired by games such as Mario Bros Arcade Game, Orcs Must Die and Super Cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Poöf.

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  48. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 363 reviews

    Indulge Lady Tallowmere and see how far through her lovingly violent dungeons you can delve in this 2D indie action roguelike-inspired platformer. New rooms are procedurally generated every time you play. How far can you make it? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tallowmere.

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  49. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    96% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Control three clunky robots with improbable technological quirks stuck on a desolate Earth. Help them work together to overcome randomly generated obstacles in this roguelike puzzle platformer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Terraforming Earth.

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  50. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    97% User Score Based on 76 reviews

    Super Man Or Monster is a monsterfilled, explosive, third person action game. You choose if you want to fight with MAN to protect, or MONSTER to destroy the world! Build your army. Blast monsters and fly around with your jetpack. Kick ass. OR... Bash, stomp and wreck cities. Bring chaos. Your choice! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Man or Monster.

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