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  1. Modifications: -Added a new complete level with a unique enemy layout (level 2)-Replaced all sound Effects with fx made by me-Replaced music with music made by me Credits: Created by Leo Hoerdemann (hoerdema) Assets From CAS 117 2D Shooter Starter Assets Drum loop of in-game music from cymatics All sounds were recorded and arranged using Ableton, PO-16, and Moog Animoog z for IOS If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2D Shooter.

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  2. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    99% User Score Based on 84 reviews

    Step into EXA, an immersive musical studio where you can compose, record, and perform music using expressive instruments of your own design. Jam with EXA’s huge sound library or your own, create virtual bands, invent 'impossible' playing styles, export to WAV/MIDI, and so much more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EXA: The Infinite Instrument.

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  4. Description Galactic Showdown is a fast-paced 2D shooter created in Unity for CAS 117. You’ll battle waves of enemies across multiple levels, using quick reflexes and precise aim to survive. Each level increases in difficulty, testing both your movement and shooting skills as you dodge enemy fire and clear the stage. The game was built by following the 2D Shooter tutorial and then expanded wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Showdown.

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  5. Modifications: Entirely new visuals, including GUI, enemies, environment, and player! Mostly hand-drawn & animated by me, with the exception of the elements credited below. New music & sound effects to reflect the aesthetic change of the game (isn't significant because I did not make or record most audio myself, except for the player shooting sound effect). Changed levels to create progression in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LetterHEADSHOT: Double Kill!.

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  6. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 86 reviews

    Tear through alien hordes and become unstoppable in this sci-fi action roguelite. Use your jetpack to out-maneuver enemies and traverse hostile planets. Upgrade your Jumper with powerful weapons and abilities to take down bosses and exterminate the Hives. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hive Jump 2: Survivors.

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  7. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 694 reviews

    Developed by Runner Duck About the Game Build a Battle Wagon worthy of dominating death-defying enemies! Completely customize your rig from the ground up with a huge range of components such as flamethrowers, sniper turrets, gatling guns, lookout towers, medical stations, wheels, engines, armor and so much more. As you complete missions, your crew will become more experienced. Use th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Badlands Crew - Drive, Command, Conquer.

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  8. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    88% User Score Based on 982 reviews

    Dev LOGs From the devsThank you very much for your support of the Apocalypse Party series! I have evolved into a small studio since the first generation! In this generation, my teammates and I have added a ton of new content, and we are looking forward to bringing you an even richer game experience! About the GameThe moment of "Apocalypse" approaches, this time... ...you fight for … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Apocalypse Party.

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  9. Full course link: https://www.redfoolsstudio.com/game-developmentSample link:  Ready to unlock your full potential as a Godot game developer and build a massive portfolio in record time? This course is an exhilarating sprint, challenging you to design, develop, and deploy 30 unique 2D mini-games in just 30 days! You'll move beyond simple tutorials, rapidly prototyping diverse game mechanics and g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 30 Games in 30 Days using Godot.

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  10. Controls: Launch ball with left click. Move paddle with the mouse. By hitting the ball with the extreme left or right side of the paddle, you can add a tiny bit of "spin" in that direction. This game was built using Ben Tristem's Udemy course, Learn to Code by Making Games. It was built in Unity, using code taught by the course, with some additional code added by me. I created all of the art asset… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Break Break: Break the Blocks.

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  11. This is a top-down shooter I made this week in Unity with the gracious free assets made by many listed below.  It's a post apocalypse setting where human kind is wiped out, and only the robots survive, and they are at war.  Game Credits:  Main Menu Background: dklon https://opengameart.org/content/grungy-title-screen-background Level 1 Background:  posted by Dick Abanto Lou on pinterest.com https:… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RoboGunner.

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  12. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    89% User Score Based on 92 reviews

    Welcome to the Animal Crusaders! "Check, check, this is Warcluck speaking,Join us on this journey to save the world! Your feedback will help us make it even better." Bilibili: @黑灯游戏 Heybox:@黑灯游戏 森空岛:@黑灯游戏 Discord:  About the Game Diverse Cluckmechs, endless combinations. Unleash your creativity with over 100 defensive structures and 300+ upgrade paths! Combine differ… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cluckmech Oasis.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 234 reviews

    Knights Within is being developed by Indecision Labs, a solo developer working on their first public project. Humanity is fighting for survival against the wraiths that now reign dominant in the world. Thankfully, technology is on our side. Fight your way through hordes of enemies while completing objectives to further mankind's struggle to survive. Embark on procedurally generated miss… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knights Within.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    Gunforged is a fantasy roguelite shooter where you construct powerful and unique builds every run. Forge your dual guns from a huge number of randomized parts and acquire game-changing abilities to create the ultimate monster-slaying hero. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunforged.

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  15. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    Stay on beat to attack! Beats of Betrayal combines rhythm games with action roguelike dungeon exploration. You can only attack when the soundtrack's kick and snare drums are playing. You can choose from several characters for your adventure, each with a unique skill set. Collect more skills as you progress to stay powerful enough to successfully complete boss encounters and stages. Try different b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beats of Betrayal.

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  16. Final Release!!!Infinite Prime aims to be a casual retro-inspired, nostalgia-inducing plat-former game. It does so by combining those familiar platforming mechanics and pixel-art graphics with some retro-game references, plenty of random elements and a really solid game-feel. Supports Gamepad, and keyboard, and is supported on Windows only. StoryThe story is, your team of 5 space-heroes has arriv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinite Prime.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    70% User Score Based on 1,190 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 2 reviews

    What the Fog?! You’ve been sucked into a cursed boardgame! Now you and a friend will need to work together to survive. Run, jump, dash, and shoot to escape swarms of angry monsters in this chaotic co-op roguelite from the world of Dead by Daylight. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to What the Fog.

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  18. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    71% User Score Based on 793 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 4 reviews

    The cutest, deadliest and only top-down roguelike shooter featuring AK-wielding axolotls. Blast your way through the animal kingdom with an arsenal of kick-ass guns, mighty power-ups and even raise an army of trigger-happy baby axolotls. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AK-xolotl.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, atmosphere
    76% User Score Based on 127 reviews

    Blood Running is a stylish extraction shooter where you'll enter the cyber-wasteland, fight off creatures and bandits, loot valuable gear, and venture into the remnants of a world in ruins. Are you willing to bleed to survive, Blood Runner? Explore procedurally generated maps, each with a unique keystone location, featuring constantly changing environments, loot locations, and layouts. Impr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Running.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    86% User Score Based on 182 reviews

    Become a master hacker 'X' and hack into the digital world of a corrupt conglomerate. Use a variety of weapons and hacking add-ons to create your own combat build and wipe out disturbing enemies. Please enjoy the hack and slash action! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to X Invader.

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  21. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    82% User Score Based on 815 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Azure Striker GUNVOLT.

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  22. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    80% User Score Based on 408 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 1 reviews

    Can you create the raddest spaceship? Captain Forever Remix is the spaceship builder roguelike. Voyage across the Solar System and blast apart randomly-generated enemies for spare parts. You better build a pretty tough ship, because you're gonna need it. Your little brother turned into a bubblegum mutant and is being a total butthead. He froze the Sun, poked out Jupiter's eye, drank Neptune's oce… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Captain Forever Remix.

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  23. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    83% User Score Based on 1,046 reviews
    Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

    It Lurks Below is an action-oriented, survival RPG in a randomly generated world. Fight through the massive underground dungeon, customize your character with random items and find out what evil lurks below. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to It Lurks Below.

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  24. 24%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    33% User Score Based on 24 reviews
    Critic Score 25%Based on 1 reviews

    A comic adventure introducing Johnny Rocket in an action platformer game stylized as a free-hand black and white cartoon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Johnny Rocket.

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  25. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    53% User Score Based on 238 reviews

    Discover a new world set in an alternate timeline of Sun Haven, one where a hero never arrived. Without a hero to save the day, Dynus, the Moon Dragon, has conquered the lands, and now it’s up to you to wage a heroic last stand against his monsters. Complete objectives to gain more power, meet and befriend your neighbors, and even fall in love and get married! Take your place in the battle against… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sun Down Survivors.

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  27. 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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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 162 reviews

    Gross is a unique twist on the classic tower defense genre. After building your defenses, you jump into the fray to take on enemies head-on. Make sure to collect as much cash as possible to upgrade your defenses and stay ahead of the game. Can you outlast the waves of enemies? 100% Tower Defense. 100% First Person Shooter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GROSS.

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  29. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    97% User Score Based on 140 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 8 reviews

    A girl who never wakes up. She has been fighting monsters in her dreams... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NeverAwake.

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  30. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    82% User Score Based on 33 reviews

    Equipped with nothing but water balloons, you must help a young child named Leek on an uber-challenging journey home! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adventure of Leek.

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  31. This is my 3D First Person Shooter game assignment for Michigan State University's CAS 117 Games and Interactivity class.  It was rated one of the Top Three 3D FPS assignments by the professor, and was shown at the Spring 2025 Student Showcase. CONTROLS: Keyboard and Mouse: Move:WASD, arrow keys Aim:Mouse Jump:Space Shoot:Left-click Cycle Weapons:1 or 2, Mouse Wheel … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bug Blasting.

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    49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    82% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Bassline Sinker is a Shooter / Bullet hell that responds to your music. Add in your favourite .mp3 or .wav files and take to the high Cs, battling through the waves of creatures also using the power of music. Unlock and equip more weapons and enter the reef again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bassline Sinker.

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  33. **DOWNLOAD THE GAME FOR THE BEST PLAY EXPERIENCE** **FULLSCREEN IF PLAYING IN BROWSER** Imagine a shooter where you can't shoot, or a fighter where you can't fight. Sounds stupid right? Well here's a brawler where you can't brawl! In Buggly Luggers, you assume control of Lugg (short for 'Little Ugg'), a small.... creature, who can barely lift a knife. To defeat enemies, you have to rely on your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luggly Buggers.

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  34. About the Game Split between two worlds,  a cyber-dystopian world overrun by AI corruption, players must survive as long as possible while traversing procedurally generated rooms. The further they go, the more difficult enemies become, evolving with increased corruption. The game’s aesthetic features abstract digital enemies—floating cubes, triangles, and glitchy effects—immersing play… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Daniel Daniel Daniel Daniel.

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  35. Are you a developer looking to add a dynamic and engaging game to your portfolio? Or perhaps you’re seeking a pre-built project that combines entertainment with education? Look no further than Maths Blitz, an innovative math challenge game designed to captivate players while sharpening their arithmetic skills. This source code package is not only fully functional but also brimming with customizati… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maths Blitz.

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  36. (IF IT DOESN'T WORK ON CHROME PLEASE TRY IT OUT ON A DIFFERENT WEB BROWSER SUCH AS OPERA OR MICROSOFT EDGE)*** Gamalactic-14 Crystal Crusade is my first 3D Platformer. Screenshots to the Right >>> Modification  There are 11 various things I modified within the game instead of just 3 such as: 1. I changed the Title from Super Space-stronaut 64 to Gamalactic-14 Crystal Crusade.   2. From the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gamalactic-14 Crystal Crusade.

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

    ***Update***Post Jam Version is Live!! New Additions + Changes: Added 5th level with new weapon + music!Added new Enemy!Added a full tutorial!Added Audio Settings in the game menuAdded Escape Key as secondary way to pause gameAdded a pause menu closing animationBalanced Rewind ability by adding short cooldown periodLess downtime in all levels (Adjusting difficulty stars accordingly)Level completed… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kaset.

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  38. 26%Game Brain Score
    26% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    that satyr game Controls WASD or Arrow Keys to control menus and move your character. E or Enter to select menu items, talk to NPCs, use items, and use doors. Escape to open the in-game menu. Certain abilities require specific uses of your powers. Talk to NPCs to learn more when you pick up your new abilities. W/Up is used for all Jumping related abilities.S/Down is used to activate/deactivate Fla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to that satyr game.

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  39. **DOWNLOAD THE GAME FOR THE BEST PLAY EXPERIENCE** **FULLSCREEN IF PLAYING IN BROWSER** Imagine a shooter where you can't shoot, or a fighter where you can't fight. Sounds stupid right? Well here's a brawler where you can't brawl! In Buggly Luggers, you assume control of Lugg (short for 'Little Ugg'), a small.... creature, who can barely lift a knife. To defeat enemies, you have to rely on your tr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luggly Buggers.

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  40. Tick Tock Time Machine is a 2D platforming adventure for everyone! Play as Charlie Parker, a feline adventurer whose only limit is his weight. Use a mysterious pocket watch to bend time to your will & apply its powers to reach your goals. Actual modifications that I've made to the game: I created 4 new levels, one of them being a tutorial, with the other three being complete, coherent levels. Each… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tick Tock Time Machine.

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    43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    65% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Black Blood is a mix of Tower Defense and a top—down shooter where you have to defend 4 lighthouses from alien invaders. Use weapons, build defensive towers and upgrade them with the help of resources extracted from defeated enemies. Your assistant will be a drone that attacks, heals and repairs your structures if you improve its capabilities. Every decision matters — choose what to spend your lim… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black blood.

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  42. 63%Game Brain Score
    63% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    A retro 2D platformer with an emphasis on variety and accessibility. Play solo, or invite a friend to lend a helping hand with a time-freezing Butterfly. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Worlds Within Worlds.

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  43. A simple game developed in Unity simulating a 2D Space War where we only have 1 spaceship to shoot enemies and save the galaxy!  This game consists of 5 levels where, each level has an alarmingly increasing number of enemies! Moreover, on the upper left screen there is a score and high score count! Lastly, you can pause or un-pause the game at any time (press Esc). Enjoy! Credits Created by … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2D Shooter Game.

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  44. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Are you the person who casually likes to try to beat a level over and over again just to gain a split second over the other players? Yes? Then this is the game for you! You can enjoy 20 carefully designed levels, can you find the fastest way? Are you going to be number one? To help you with the constant frustration, we added a nice synthwave inspired soundtrack.Features Fast paced gameplay Gl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Synthwave Hop.

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  45. Description: Cosmo had the ability to jump incredible heights with QUANTUM LEAP, manipulate the electromagnetic field with VOLT SURGE, withstand any attack with a PLASMA BARRIER, and even manipulate gravity with ANTI-G. That is, until he was captured by the tyrannical captain of The Cardinal, a massive cross-shaped labyrinth of a vessel known throughout the galaxy for wreaking havoc on any plan… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cardinal Escape.

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  46. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    87% User Score Based on 142 reviews

    A Metroidvania x Roguelite, where you advance using a cursed hat. Use a variety of magic or possess your enemies to reach the lowest levels! Bring back loot, build new facilities in your village, make a living and strengthen yourself for the next battle! Supports up to 4-player multiplayer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Never Grave: The Witch and the Curse.

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  47. Get ready for adrenaline-pumping gameplay in this competitive and cooperative experience that fits into one-minute rounds. Compete with up to four players online or locally, moving and firing Qi-Bullets to spread your Color-Qi to the greatest number of Qi-Cells. Join the Quadricolor Rangers and climb the ranks of the online championship to become an Ultra Sentai Color Ranger! Main features Mas… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to QUADRICOLOR: Ultra Sentai Color Ranger.

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  48. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, monetization
    99% User Score Based on 533 reviews

    THE ROGUELIKE WITH NO PLAYER CHARACTERRAM is a top-down roguelike shooter with a defining twist: you don’t have a body. You play as a rogue AI, jumping between enemy robots to survive. Turn your enemies into your weapons and fight your way through a post-apocalyptic world run by quirky robots. BODY-SWAPPING COMBATEvery enemy is a potential host. Switch control at a moment’s notice between unique … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RAM: Random Access Mayhem.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 98 reviews

    Galactic Vault is a fast-paced FPS roguelite set in a dystopian future where big corporations hoard all technology. As a former VOLT (Vault Operations & Lost Tech) operative, your mission is to infiltrate and plunder tech vaults. Recover cutting-edge technology, expand your arsenal permanently, and face increasingly difficulty challenges. Upgrade Your WeaponDiverse Weaponry: Start wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Vault.

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  50. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, graphics
    80% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Coreless is a third-person, single-player action roguelike that brings a fresh twist to meta-progression through its flexible talent and power systems. Choose from a wide variety of avatars, enhance them with talent points, and equip them with distinctive addons. Each adventure promises unique challenges and experiences. Highly Customizable AvatarsShape your playstyle using a rich combination… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Coreless: Prologue.

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