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Looking for games like 2D Space Shooter? Here are top role playing recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Erebos Loop, Sodaman or Cosmic Armada.

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  1. Enter The LoopErebos Loop is a challenging retro sci-fi roguelite shooter with fast-paced, top-down combat and progression across 50,000 procedurally generated levels. In Erebos, progress and survival depend solely on your skill and your ability to observe, adapt, and uncover the hidden rules of the Loop. Once a thriving network connecting star systems and galaxies, Erebos was devastated by the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Erebos Loop.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, atmosphere
    84% User Score Based on 215 reviews

    Sodaman, he's a space agent. He must stop the hostile aliens trying to destroy the universe and save the carbonated drinks they destroyed. Maybe you should help him out? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sodaman.

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  3. 24%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    38% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Game ModesCosmic Armada is an action-packed space combat and exploration game that takes you on a journey from refugee to galactic conqueror.There are three different game modes: campaign, custom game, and scenario. The game includes a map editor which allows you to create scenarios and mods.In the campaign, you start out as a refugee who's home planet has just been conquered by the tyrannical Sol… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmic Armada.

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  4. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    84% User Score Based on 127 reviews

    Silent Sector is a crazy sci-fi action rpg from a new distant Wild West dominated by powerful corporations locked in a fight for a rare mineral called Eldorite. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silent Sector.

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  5. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 85,966 reviews
    Critic Score 89%Based on 4 reviews

    FTL: Faster Than Light is a single-player strategy game with roguelike design. The player commands a spaceship from a top-down view, managing systems such as weapons, engines, shields, and life support while recruiting crew and upgrading the vessel. The ship travels across procedurally generated sectors, jumping between beacons that present random events, stores, and enemy encounters. Combat plays… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FTL: Faster Than Light.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 11,701 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 6 reviews

    Fly your tiny defenceless pod up to larger ships, dock with their airlock, and sneak inside. Once you're in, you creep through their corridors, ambushing guards, hiding bodies, stealing new weapons, blowing them up from the inside, or hijacking their turrets and even the whole ship. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heat Signature.

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  8. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 208 reviews

    Defend Earth from an immeasurable alien invasion in GunSuit Guardians, an action-roguelite twin-stick horde survival.Take to the skies in an advanced aerial combat suit, wield enormous weapons, and upgrade your gear to become an unstoppable force of destruction.GunSuit Guardians condenses arcade shooter combat with roguelike elements to create a deep, action-packed experience where each run provid… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GunSuit Guardians.

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  9. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    88% User Score Based on 324 reviews

    Explore the farthest reaches of Human Space in this open-world space adventure. Compelled to journey to the Galactic Core by a mysterious hyperintelligence, you must fight your way through dozens of star systems teeming with clashing empires, expansionist AIs, and fearsome xenophobes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Transcendence.

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  10. Beta Three is here!Hello! I'm pleased to announce the released of the third beta of Trapped in the Sky. Just like the last beta, this one is pretty full of new things to play with.Here's the trailer:So What's new?In short there are: 9 new hacks (including 4 new weapons), 2 new enemies, 2 new playable crimes, a completely new level and the introduction of the crafting mechanic.CraftingAnother new m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trapped in the Sky.

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  11. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Monster Crawl: Warrior is the FREE version of Monster Crawl, coming soon to Steam. Monster Crawl: Warrior contents: One of 3 heroes, the WarriorFirst Boss, the Rat King4 Crawls featuring multiple dungeonsSelected Relics and UnlocksMonster tiers 1 and 2 Full Game Description Slaughter hoards of monsters in fun fast-paced arcade actionProgress through multiple dungeon crawls with different challen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monster Crawl:Warrior.

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  12. You are the backpack. The galaxy is your problem.S.A.C.K. drops you as a living backpack onto an abstract moon surface, surrounded by relentless alien monsters. Your only goal: survive, adapt, deploy your defenses, and come back stronger. Bullet Heaven Meets Tower DefenseBattle through massive swarms with a fully customizable arsenal of up to 6 unique weapons and towers in your inventory. Your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to S.A.C.K. - Survive and Choose Knowledge.

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  13. Marine.exe is a desktop overlay AFK RPG that transforms your screen into a sci-fi combat zone. Watch your elite marine squad battle alien hordes while you work, browse, or play other games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Marine.exe: Desktop RPG.

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  14. Super Cyber Exorcism is an intense sci-fi action survival game where you battle endless hordes of aliens, monsters, and grotesque creatures in a chaotic futuristic world. Survive for as long as possible while enemies grow stronger, faster, and more aggressive. Along the way, collect upgrades, power-ups, and abilities that stack and evolve your build, turning you into an increasingly destructive f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Cyber Exorcism.

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  15.                                        ————Fight! Be your own hero!————                      ————Growth! From a rookie to one hitting ten!———— 1. Cool Combo, Sufficient Feedback For Striking Each character's acts have been carefully arranged, with almost no useless acts; Each action is carefully designed to ensure practicality while also balancing handsomeness; There are four categories of en… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Afraid Of Battle.

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  16. *** Play Now! *** Lead your Marine through procedurally generated Scenarios filled with unique challenges. Every mission comes with side quests and culminates in the ultimate End Scenario showdown.Complete quests, earn ribbons, and climb the ranks of the Leaderboard.Will your Marine survive the run and secure a spot among the best?Marine 2D (v. 0.0208A) **Game Controls:You can choose between two… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Marine2D.

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  17. Prepare for an electrifying experience in CyberPigeon, a dual-stick shooter set within a dynamic battle arena. Take control of CyberPigeon, the ultimate cybernetic avian warrior, as you engage in intense battles against swarming drones and formidable bosses. Adapt to the ever-changing environment, collect power-ups and weapons, and rise to the top of the leaderboard in this thrilling aerial showdo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CyberPigeon.

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  18. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    DreamCell: Lost in Nightmares is a randomly generated action with rogue-like elements. Conquer your nightmares and find a way out of your dark dreams in single player or co-op mode! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DreamCell: Lost in Nightmares.

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  19. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    77% User Score Based on 1,503 reviews

    Play In Space on the most popular website for free online games! Poki works on your mobile, tablet, or computer. No downloads, no login. Play now! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to In space.

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  20. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    90% User Score Based on 84 reviews

    A planetary exploration and survival game. Armed with a basic blaster, jet pack, multi-functional grappling gun, personal landing craft, and his own warp capable refinery ship, Bob thinks he's starting a cushy new life working for Space Salvage Corp. Little does he know; he'll be lucky to survive an hour. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Bob vs. The Replicons.

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  21. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    Sisyphus Paradox mixes traditional side-scrolling shoot 'em up gameplay with many roguelike mechanics, such as procedurally generated star maps to explore, bonuses that are persistent between runs, and multiple different builds you can try to conquer your enemies. Course through hand-drawn battlefields, lose, try again, until you solve the Sisyphus Paradox.An ordinary person finds themselves flung… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sisyphus Paradox.

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  22. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    67% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    Warspace 2 is a 1-4 player CO-OP space shooter with RPG elements, open-world and procedurally-generated galaxy. You can trade, craft, and fight your way through a universe, either solo or with friends. 1-4 PLAYER CO-OP Join forces with up to three friends to explore and battle through a vast universe teeming with challenges. You can also play in a single-player offline mode, network connection… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warspace 2.

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  23. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    76% User Score Based on 584 reviews

    First-person shooters and roguelikes have finally tied the knot! Their offspring, Rogue Shooter, tasks you with navigating a space station run amok. Blast aliens and kick robots in the face as you traverse each level; collecting weapons and gaining experience along the way. How far will you go when death lurks around every corner? Will you reach the 100th level and destroy the source of the statio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Shooter Redux.

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  24. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    92% User Score Based on 3,624 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 1 reviews

    At its core, Space Pirates and Zombies is an action based, skill oriented, top down space combat game. It's similar to the ones we knew and loved in years past, but now using full physics simulation and modern graphics for those oh so pretty explosions. But as you dig deeper, SPAZ becomes much more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Pirates and Zombies.

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  25. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 571 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

    Bionic Dues is a tactical, turn-based roguelike with mech customization. Guide multiple classes of Exos through a variety of missions filled with enemy robots that are as buggy as they are angry. This is at least as bad as it sounds. Explore for loot, destroy key robotic facilities, and brace yourself for the final attack by your enemies... just as soon as they can pull it together. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bionic Dues.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    89% User Score Based on 277 reviews

    Drox Operative is a starship action RPG with warring alien races, fierce space battles, a dynamic, evolving galaxy, and co-op multiplayer. As a Drox Operative it's NOT your job to manage all of those annoying people, build thousands of buildings, play nice with your enemies, or balance the budget. It IS your job to pick the winning side and maybe even help them conquer the galaxy if you're being … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drox Operative.

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  27. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    90% User Score Based on 390 reviews

    The game is described as an RPG where you are the captain of a single ship traveling around a galaxy, populated by alien races and factions that are playing a 4X game. Factions will declare war on each other, sign treaties, and territories will constantly shift and change as the galaxy goes about their business, regardless- or because of- your intervention. Accept quests, negotiate with the vario… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drox Operative 2.

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  28. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 673 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Full Mojo Rampage is a rogue-like game that takes place within the confines of the Voodoo reality. In this realm only the most powerful rites and powers can provide a safeguard against evil. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Full Mojo Rampage.

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  29. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 168 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    NeonXSZ is a remarkably agile first-person spaceship combat and exploration game with RPG-like loot and leveling. Offering both openworld freeform gameplay and tightly structured combat arenas, it's a single-player sandbox where the only limit is your imagination. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NeonXSZ.

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  30. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    59% User Score Based on 120 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Zotrix is a modern take on the classic arcade shooter. The game introduces resource trading economy and system of upgrades between number of space stations bringing the classic experience into modern generation. Aliens are attacking and Solar Division Command needs You! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zotrix.

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  31. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    92% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    A sword and sorcery adventure where your magic shapes the world. A Classical rogue-like with a modern feel. A challenging game with clear goals and important tactical decisions. A deep experience that's easy to use. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Curse Of Yendor.

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  32. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 338 reviews

    Search for the legendary lost artifact Nienix through galaxies in conflict! An open world sci-fi online multiplayer action RPG. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nienix.

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  33. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    90% User Score Based on 121 reviews

    Thousands of fairies and familiar faces are swarming the Scarlet Devil Mansion Library! Help Patchouli Knowledge survive by attacking back with bullet hell Spell Cards, gathering experience, and upgrading exponentially! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Library Survivors.

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  34. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 2,269 reviews

    Take control of your own spaceship, with a vast galaxy to explore, mine, quest, trade, fight and even craft your own weapons. Start small, improve, complete missions, gather allies (or hire mercenaries), grow big and powerful. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Valor.

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  35. You're a bored space scientist. Your hobby? Mutating aliens. In the far future, colonists across the galaxy have one thing in common: they're bored out of their minds. So naturally, they started grafting spider legs onto lizards, wiring eel spines into frogs, and jamming dragon hearts into things that definitely shouldn't have dragon hearts. Then someone built a colosseum. Now it's a sport. Mut… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MutaPit.

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  36. ✅ NGC-404 is for you if you: Enjoy space strategy games with economy, fleets, colonies, and faction conflict Like games where logistics, fuel and supplies matter Want real-time 2D space battles with ship fitting and weapon control Enjoy sandbox campaigns Like managing a small fleet instead of controlling hundreds of units directly Want to explore unknown systems, survey planets, and reco… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NGC-404: Fractured Sector.

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  37. Hello!.. ..and welcome to the 2Dimensional Explorers! A game which takes your resource management skills, your tactical prowess, and your imagination to another level.  In 2Dimensional Explorers the player is thrust into an open universe complete with stars, planets, moons, gas clouds, and more! Every planet has a story - and every story progresses your own. Entirely community controlled! Comme… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2Dimensional Explorers.

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  38. Superstellar offers a fresh take on the survivor genre with its advanced stat synergies, extensive build diversity and crucial player choice. Roam endless space and engage in frantic combat with responsive, racing-like movement. Complete missions and milestones to unlock new spaceships, each equipped with new weapons and exclusive upgrade choices. Choose your upgrades wisely and fight to stay aliv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Superstellar.

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  39. 1000 Waves is a game about progression as the player's ultimate goal is to clear all 1000 waves and defeating the final boss. Procedurally generated dungeons hinder the movement of the player as they must maneuver around and avoid hazardous obstacles that may appear. Within the center of the arena powerups will spawn the will temporarily enhance the player. A vast amount of unique enemy t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1000 Waves.

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  40. Adrenaline Rampage is a survivor platformer game with platformer and roguelite mechanics. The main focus of the game is on run 'n gun gameplay. Adrenaline Injection is a Demo version of the Adrenaline Rampage game. Adrenaline Injection includes: 2 Characters 2 Difficulty levels 20 stages 32 Skills 3 floors on the Base 3 BOSSES The game takes place in a captured space city. To win the rac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adrenaline Injection.

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  41. Embark on a Galactic Journey: Become a Legendary Captain Get ready for thrilling adventures as a space captain! The entire gameplay revolves around your character, their exciting travels, and continuous development.Your Journey Begins You start with a small spaceship equipped with minimal gear for mining asteroids. Selling the mined ore allows you to gradually upgrade your ship, hire a crew, and a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Captain of Space.

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  42. Stranded is a 2D game with procedurally (randomly) generated levels. Heavily inspired by exploration, creation and character development games, such as Forager, Don't Starve Together and Stardew Valley.An action roguelike with a lot of collecting and creation, start with absolutely nothing and using the resources available, build bases, improve your equipment and skills by facing hordes and villag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stranded.

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  43. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    A space Roguelike straight out of a dark 90's alien movie. Radio Silent is a Top Down Survival Roguelike Auto-Shooter with WASD movement and mouse aiming. (Twin-stick Shooter Style) You're a marine that just latched onto a ship that went radio silent for 20 years after entering a wormhole in space. Battle hordes of aliens, upgrade your arsenal, and collect audio logs to discover the chilling his… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Radio Silent.

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  44. 52%Game Brain Score
    100% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    This game combines survival, Diablo-like elements and randomness in a rogue-lite experience where players take on the role of survivors with various talents who use different weapons and abilities to fight off hordes of monsters. Players can permanently keep the equipment they gather to build their own unique loadouts and ultimately eliminate all enemies lurking in the darkness. QQGroup NO.:859674… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dark Survivors.

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  45. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization
    86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Cosmic Gunslinger: Alien Outlaws Welcome to a galactic showdown like no other in "Cosmic Gunslinger: Alien Outlaws," a thrilling single-player video game that is an action-packed adventure, you'll step into the worn boots of Cosmo, a rugged space cowboy with nerves of steel and a trusty canine companion, as you take on relentless waves of extraterrestrial outlaws hell-bent on your d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmic Gunslinger: Alien Outlaws.

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  46. Wishlist About the Game Vaulted is a roguelite game that combines elements of top-down shooter and action RPG. Venture into randomly generated dungeons in search of resources and powerful equipment to ensure your settlement survives. Kill enemies stealthily, go right through, or look for workarounds with the dozens of skill cards you'll find along the way. Each run is unique: explore rando… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vaulted.

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  47. Hello!.. ..and welcome to the 2Dimensional Explorers! A game which takes your resource management skills, your tactical prowess, and your imagination to another level.  In 2Dimensional Explorers the player is thrust into an open universe complete with stars, planets, moons, gas clouds, and more! Every planet has a story - and every story progresses your own. Entirely community controlled! Comme… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2Dimensional Explorers.

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  48. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 20 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

    Things That Bounce and Explode is a fast-paced blend of brick-breaker and action RPG. Fight against the Blokolonian menace with an arsenal of mighty B.A.L.L.s, and master thousands of builds in this ever-evolving bouncing adventure! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Things That Bounce and Explode.

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  49. Co-op mayhem for up to 4 players Try to keep your multikill combo going and trigger special attacks! Blast through 8 different planets and over 1000 randomly generated increasingly challenging levels until you pack enough firepower to take on the real evil Level up, and customize your weapon with thousands of different ammo types with different effects 4 ultimate skills that help you work toge… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blaster Squad.

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    When a galactic bulletin is posted on the Vulcan Bounty Hunter Network, a nearby group of Hunters led by the fugitive Patriot go to investigate. Hecaton is futuristic action rogue-like set on Titan, a terraformed moon of Saturn. Play as a Bounty Hunter and fight your way through an army of space pirates. Brave the surface of Titan and begin your descent to find the Pirate Base and your ultimate… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hecaton.

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