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  1. This is my 2D platformer Project! My modifications are the following: I Replaced the sound effects in the game to update the sound design of the game. I Added custom music to my game, what I created in the garage band application. I modified the main menu designe. I created the level 3 with and powerful enemies (you can try it, it's a bit hard to complete). Credits Credited by Norbert Juh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2D Platformer game.

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  2. This is my 2D Shooter project for the Game Design and Development Course.Modifications:  Created more levels including a Tutorial, Boss level, and Endless Mode for score chasers.Created Mission Briefing scenes to give the player some backstory.Modified the Main Menu to look a lot more in theme with the game as well as much more pleasing to look at.Created fully working power-ups with assets that I… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Fighter X.

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  3. 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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  4. 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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  5. 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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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    92% User Score Based on 98 reviews

    This game is an arena shooter where you have a gun, and you must fend off hordes of börds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Börd Killer.

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  7. A cross-platform twin-stick shooter and bullet hellish game. It's designed as a pickup game you can play in 3-5 minutes when you just wanna shoot a lot of bullets and dodge just as many. Survive as many waves as possible and pickup a few power-ups along the way (.. ahem... you'll need them). Enemies increase in number and difficulty as waves progress. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Final Storm.

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  8. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    94% User Score Based on 172 reviews

    Become the Outlaw Mage, wreaking havoc as you pursue the one who wronged you, casting and blasting your way in this Cowboy-Fantasy-themed 3rd-Person Action RPG. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legend of the Outlaw Mage.

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  9. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    (Rated M for Mature, this game features violence) This version of Ronin Shogun is in Beta and only has local versus (Player vs Player & Player vs CPU. Story mode is coming soon. I would like to add rollback netcode but I would either need an experienced dev or pay to upgrade UFE2 to Pro /Source. It currently has 6 playable characters each with their own fighting style, intro/outro animations. Cur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rōnin Shōgun BETA 1.7F (DUKE add-on).

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  10. 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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  11. 2D Shooter Project Details Created for Educational Purposes (MSU CAS 117)First ever time making a 2D game with Unity! This was an invaluable lesson for learning how to design UI, Scenes, and character assets!It took around 2 days from the tutorial to the final release to finishReleased a day one patch adding in a 4th level, new music, new cutscene, UI tweaks, and a new enemy design! (2/13/2024) Mo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Smiling Scrolls 2D (Formerly Spacegame 2D the Demo).

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  12. 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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  13. (Scroll down to the bottom for the download versions) Update: Due to playability issues with the WebGL build I have decided to take that version down. The other two versions work perfectly fine and it would be much appreciated if you left some feedback! minor issue: The player character movement seems to jitter around slightly when first starting the game. It goes away after about 4-5 seconds and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unknown Invader (2D Shooter project).

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  14. 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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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    97% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    Abyss Veil is a genre-bending first-person shooter / visual novel that retraces the lives of Ivy, Mel and many others in a war torn world. Ivy searches for her brother, the only person in her life who she could find solace in. They both shared a common dream with their friends... What was it? Anyway, she is now part of the Whitehounds, a fate perhaps worse than death itself. Mel ran away from … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abyss Veil.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability
    82% User Score Based on 424 reviews

    You wake up aboard The Orpheus, a derelict warship lost in deep space and crawling with horrors. No memory. Only the instinct to fight and a voice urging you forward. The ship shifts around you, the enemies never stop, and survival means battling through blood-soaked corridors to uncover what lies ahead. Set in a haunting, low-poly world with crunchy pixel textures, Moros Protocol blends fast-pac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moros Protocol.

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  17. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    99% User Score Based on 1,030 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 10 reviews

    In this turned-based RPG, wield powerful legendary instruments, gather mighty riff attacks and save the land from Rick Riffson's devilish goons and musical hybrid monsters! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fretless: The Wrath of Riffson.

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  18. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 1,827 reviews

    VOID/BREAKER is an Adrenaline-Fueled Roguelite FPS. Fight relentless machines driven by a hostile AI. Escape an endless cycle. Craft infinite weapon variants with deep gun modding. Forge deadly synergies. Carve your way out through environmental destruction/BREAK THE SYSTEM /BREAK THE SEQUENCE /BREAK FREE If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VOID/BREAKER.

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  19. Try our Playtest Demo! v0.2.3-Alpha (Updated: Dec 28th, 2024) Download the game here Note: Browser version is experimental (more info below) Enable Cookies for persistent save data and configs Follow us for more updates! Synopsis Interscape is a 2D dungeon-crawling RPG about a little boy lost in a magical world that puts him up against his demons. Harness the power of his emot… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Interscape.

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  20. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    97% User Score Based on 78 reviews

    Auto-Attack to the Beat of the Music and Hit Rhythm Inputs to boost your Damage! Build up your Solo Meter to trigger beautiful animations and cascading effects to mow down hordes of enemies! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kill The Music.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    89% User Score Based on 2,242 reviews

    Fight under the onslaught of mutated monsters, obsessed soldiers and even darker bosses. Just try to survive and find out what to do next in this life, simultaneously tearing your enemies to pieces. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vladik Brutal.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    100% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    This is a unique twin-stick arena shooter where your own actions define the difficulty. Shoot recklessly at the walls and you will drown in enemies, but shoot too little and you will have a mediocre score. Observe the different monsters's behaviours and be strategic in the way you fight them. The more monsters there are in the arena, the more points you get for each one defeated. Unlock and p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stray Shot.

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  23. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    75% User Score Based on 81 reviews

    Hunt down huge hordes of droids, absorb their cores and become the strongest cybernetic being. In this sci-fi action-packed roguelite, you unlock weapons with unique effects, craft powerful gear and create endless combinations of upgrades for your character. Make your choice and break the game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Core Devourer.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    84% User Score Based on 1,190 reviews

    Battle against hordes of enemies, conquer Boss encounters, and explore various character and skill combinations in this time-based auto-attacking Roguelite in your quest to become stronger and defeat the most menacing of creatures that lay in wait at the end of each run. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nomad Survival.

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  25. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    79% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    The bonds between girls will be the key to adventure! Witch and Lilies is a unique RPG that combines immersive dungeon crawler elements with a romantic relationship sim! Form a party of five from a selection of ten unique job classes, and conquer the labyrinth left behind by the witch of world creation, all while nurturing the relationships between the girls.Made with love for the classic Dungeon … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witch and Lilies.

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  26. -- Become a one-person army and battle hordes of robots, mechs, tanks and more. -- Unlock new levels and replay your favorite battles. -- Wipe out your enemies in either third-person or first-person view. -- Embark on a journey to save humanity and all organic life. -- Progressive difficulty, the AI will get harder as the game progresses. In the year 2283, a revolutionary new technolog… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asterism: Apex of War.

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  27. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    68% User Score Based on 213 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 9 reviews

    Drifting Lands is an hybrid of classical horizontal shoot'em'up with a lot of strong gameplay elements coming straight from the action-RPG genre. If you want an original diablo-like game or you want a different kind of shoot'em'up, you're in the right place! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drifting Lands.

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    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    35% User Score Based on 98 reviews

    Star Drifter is a super hard and hectic space shooter, inspired by classics such as R Type, Xenon, Galaxian, Moon Cresta and Gradius. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Drifter.

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  29. 48%Game Brain Score
    48% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    CASE is a bullet hell shoot-em-up where you fly (somewhat) realistic military planes and weapons in CAS (close air support) missions. Intense bullet hell shoot-em-up 11 different modern military airframes37 different modern military hardpoints12 special equipment items10 campaign levels and an unfolding storyBrutal boss fightsEndless skirmish generator with countless possible combinationsNow a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CASE.

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  30. Izanami becomes bored with her usual sitting around the house, shut-in, lifestyle. And so, her friends Eione, Florine, and Lauressa decide to show her a magical stone from their homeland, with the power to turn her thoughts into reality. Izanami then begins to bring life to her own Danmaku! (Also known as a Bullet Hell) She then leaves ships behind for the three sisters to chase after her, with a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Izanami's Dream Battle.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    65% User Score Based on 72 reviews

    Welcome to nightshift! You are a retired Detective, and you get a note in your office from the police department but, upon the note you have to find out who murdered Kakig Kasajian but in the house it won't be easy to find the Killer. Now just remember, always look but never look in the past If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NightShift.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    86% User Score Based on 594 reviews

    Red Eclipse is a fun-filled new take on the first person arena shooter, featuring parkour, impulse boosts, and more. The development is geared toward balanced gameplay, with a general theme of agility in a variety of environments. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Eclipse.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 119 reviews

    Collect synergizing items to create an overpowered character to fight hordes of cyclops monsters. Cyclo Chambers is a fast-paced, top-down arena shooter with light rogue-like elements. 200 items to choose from to create frantic combinations. Different runs every time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cyclo Chambers.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    52% User Score Based on 90 reviews

    An RNG, dynamic and strategic FPS. Test your mettle against endless waves of super soldiers. How long can you last? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to J.A.W.S.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    77% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    Gran Vitreous is a PC shmup that combines classic arena shooter gameplay with the mechanics of a loot driven action RPG. Upgrade your ships equipment and level up as you battle through a galaxy filled with randomly generated encounters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gran Vitreous.

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    38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    52% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Sugar Tanks is an intense, fast-paced, and super-sweet tank shooter game. Defend your sweet home world from evil grey tanks, trying to sap all the color from it. Unlock more heroes with their own sweet perks and upgrade your tank. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sugar Tanks.

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  37. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Join Marta, the hardest working plumber proportional to her size as she embarks on an adventure when mysteriously messy creatures begin to emerge from pipes all over town. Every Sink is a new Adventure! In this top down 2D Rogue-Lite shooter, each trip Marta takes down the drain creates a series of randomly generates levels, giving you a unique path to explore on every run! Battle Belligerent B… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Down the Drain.

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  38. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    73% User Score Based on 15 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

    Beyond Dimensions is a quirky action-adventure roguelike shooter. Adapt your playstyle to the randomized spells, evolutions, and levels, to obtain multiple levels. Customize your play session with different game modes, classes, and skills. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond Dimensions.

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  39. 37%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    37% User Score Based on 195 reviews

    Dungeons & Robots is an Online Action Shooter RPG, where players team up to battle various enemies, collect resources and dominate territories. Features include, fast-paced combat; elaborate crafting and inventory system; customizable characters, weapons, armour, powers and skills; procedurally generated environments and items; solo missions, 1-4 player co-op, and guilds. Explore these futuristic … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons & Robots.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:stability, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 91 reviews

    SHMUP Creator allows you to create and build your own shoot 'em up. This tool is easy to use and powerful enough for more experienced users. Thanks to the included assets you can start right away to have fun! Test your game anytime with the simple press of a button Create 2D and 3D games Vertical, horizontal, or multi-directional levels Free assets included: 3D models, sprites, sounds, m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SHMUP Creator.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 109 reviews

    You are the last hope of a ruined world, capable of restoring the severed Ley Lines. Throughout the ruined temple of Miria's Heart, attune to and master five unique powers, allowing you to alter gravity, slow time, shift space, and much more. Unique puzzles scattered throughout the temple's remains can be overcome in a variety of ways by using and combining your world-bending abilities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ley Lines.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development
    100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Part bullet hell, part hack 'n' slash, part rogue-lite action packed insanity with over 70 perks to unlock, 6 worlds to destroy and 7 unique characters, set to a completely original soundtrack, HECKPOINT takes place in the not too distant future. A shadowy organization developing new fuels from dark energy has accidentally ripped a hole in our dimension. The incident caused a ripple effect, creati… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heckpoint.

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    48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    48% User Score Based on 176 reviews

    Mido is an alien kid having nightmares about zombie aliens. One night he draws a creature, Di, and it comes alive to teach Mido how to fight zombies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mido and Di.

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  45. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    91% User Score Based on 77 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Slash through enemies with the Sun Blade, the most powerful weapon in Shmup's history! Overwhelm hordes of enemies with flashy on-screen effects in this super-aggressive vertical scrolling shump! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grand Cross Renovation.

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  46. 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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  47. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    85% User Score Based on 73 reviews

    It's the ultimate, strategic SHMUP ReMix! Control TWO combat wings, flick between THREE different formations, and BLAST your way through vast enemy fleets and against overwhelming odds! Liberate planets, build colonies, research lethal tech and skills, craft unique items, or even play 2p co-op with a friend in this unique new indie game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steel Rain.

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  48. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, character development
    89% User Score Based on 45 reviews
    Critic Score 64%Based on 2 reviews

    Wings Of Bluestar is a 2D horizontal shmup (shoot'em up) that offers singe and local multiplayer. It's sci-fi themed and has an anime art style. The game offers a lot of features to unlock using ingame earned points, these features are like more credits, boss challenge, gallery etc. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wings Of Bluestar.

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  49. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    85% User Score Based on 151 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    Developed by lone designer Rich Edwards with music created by legendary chiptune artist Syphus, Pineapple Smash Crew is a fast paced tactical blast-em-up! PSC features tight squad formation shooting, aliens, robots, zombies and grenades- loads and loads of grenades! Level up and choose wisely from an assortment of devastating grenade-launched weaponry... PSC's unique modern-retro flavour will take… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pineapple Smash Crew.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 118 reviews

    The denizens of Touhou Project in a Dungeon Crawling RPG! Gensoukyou is connected to 'a certain world' and a huge dungeon by the name of 'Mazes of the Week' appears. Create your own Touhou Characters, step up to the dungeon's challenges! An 'Authentic Style' RPG inspired by Touhou Project. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Remyadry.

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