Games like A Name Is Earned [Project 2021-5]

A gangster armed with a magic gun and an unlikely ally has to take revenge on a cult leader. Shoot through walls, chain together kills, and take back your city! *Made for the AI in Games Jam 2021.* Please  Note: You need to collect 4 coins each time you want to fire the gun. Update (5/15/24): Added toggle FullscreenEdited game properties to make sure vsync doesn't cause the game to run extremely f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Man Standing [Project 2021-6].

Story: Your vision is failing you ... the curse has taken root and is slowly sapping away your life force. You can feel it, the end is growing near. In a last ditch effort, you travel to  the ruins of a long forgotten temple in search of a way, any way of prolonging your life.  What is Project 2021? Over the course of this year, I am trying to tell a story between all of my games. While you do no… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out Of Time [Project 2021-1].

Death is not the end in this fast-paced action platformer. Race your way to the top of a tower before time runs out. Death isn't enough to stop you, keep pushing forward in Ghost form until you reach the end. Can you shave enough seconds off to battle the final boss and save your home? Tips: You need to save 30 second of time cumulatively across all levels to face the final boss. Controls? R… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death Percent 2: On the Edge of Destruction [Project 2021-9].

Merge and unmerge with allies to solve puzzles, platform and explore what lies beneath an ancient temple.  Are you clever enough to escape? Updates: (7/8/21) : Level Select Added. Bug Fixes. Controls: WASD to move.Tab to switch between characters."F" to merge/unmerge characters (unlocked level 2).Click to use elemental power. Tips: If you get stuck, you can restart the game from the settings menu.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Joining Forces [Project 2021 - 7].

After a cat steals your last piece of cheese, it's up to you and your newly acquired magic dice to get it back. Scale the inside of the kitchen wall and take back what it rightfully yours! Tips: In the settings there is a debug option for showing what dice power is currently in effect. If you get stuck, you can load the last checkpoint from the menu. All controls can be rebound in the settings men… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to In The Walls.

Update 8/11/2023: Characters will no longer fall through the map. Camera animations have been smoothed out. Difficulty reduced in some levels. Description Take control of two robots and utilize their powers to do combat and solve puzzles across 8 levels. The robots have a limited amount of battery that can be shared when the robots connect with one another. One robot has a freeze gun that will fre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Static Lifeline.

Can you claim 'Victory Royale' in this top-down shooter Rogue-Lite? Remastered: This can was remastered in 2023. You can play the new version of the game here: https://iangogo.itch.io/rogue-royale Tips: Full screen mode is recommended.Healing has a 5 second cool down.Not all weapons are equally good on the battlefield.Sometimes, running is a valid option. Controls: WASD keys to move.Q or scroll wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Royale [Project 2021-4].

A cursed Goblin by the name of Apollo (you) has snuck into the castle to carry out a personal vendetta against the King of Topaz. In the process, Apollo is cursed and his power is rewinding. Outnumbered, out armed and slowly regressing, it looks like you picked the wrong castle. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Picked the Wrong Castle.

=== Notes === This game is over 300mb, I recommend downloading the windows version otherwise it will take a while to load. === Features === 29 Unique WeaponsSpecial Legendary Variants of Weapons25 Areas to explore13 Named QuestsSurvival ModeMore Maps if the game is popularArmoryTest out all weapons in the gameMeaningful ChoicesWill you betray your allies or help them?Cannon to the 12-games-1-story… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Back From The Brink.

=== Project 2021? === Back in 2021, I gave myself a challenge, 12 games, 12 months, 1 story. While I successfully finished the challenge, the story still had a ways to go. This game is Cannon to the Project 2021 story. Play the rest of the games here: https://itch.io/c/2063306/12-games-12-months-1-story === About === This game was built for the Wowie Jam 4.0, I used the base of a looter-shooter ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Against All Odds.

This is a real time strategy game where each of your units is repeating your actions from a previous day. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadows of the Past.

A rundown arcade on the corner of town holds the key to a mystery... The Challenge: I decided to give myself a challenge, 24 games in 24 hours. Rather than upload 24 small projects I decided to bundle them all together and set up a story within arcade. I also added a secret to link it with the ongoing "Project 2021".  Rules I Followed: No Generative Ai (code, art, or music)Can reuse art / code… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 16 Bit Arcade [24 Games in 24 Hours].

A goblin uprising has taken the entire island of Topaz. As the world falls apart and all hope seems lost, a Wizard long thought dead returns. Build your team and take on the goblin hordes! Features: 5 levels to explore3 playable charactersCombat and puzzles How to Play: WASD to moveSpace on the overworld to select a levelClick to use weaponE and Q to swap characters (if multiple members exist in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to From the Ashes [Project 2021-12].

Take control of Paul Bishop as he struggles to close a portal that is letting Demons into his town. In this faith-inspired turn-based RPG, gather the pieces of the Armor of God by revisiting places from Paul's past. Controls: Movement: WASD or Arrow Keys Combat: Click on the option to use it. Dodging / Attacking: Click anywhere on screen when the black bar is over the sword or the heart. Open inve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armor of God [Project 2021-2].

What do you get when you combine a rogue-like with a battle royale? You get a turn based, randomly generated arena that shrinks over time. Find weapons, armor, perk-cards, and do your best to survive for as long as possible! === Original Game === This game is a remaster of the original Project 2021 entry 'Rogue Royale'. You can play the classic version here: https://iangogo.itch.io/rogue-royale-cl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Royale Reloaded.

A drunk kleptomaniac tries to go on a crime spree. Stealth in. Steal. Escape. Simple right, what could go wrong? Not on mobile?  Play the full web and windows version here: https://iangogo.itch.io/a-drunk-thief-returns Description:  Play as a drunk thief who breaks into houses to steal a target object ... and more alcohol to quench your thirst! The more alcohol you have, the harder and the more o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Drunk Thief Returns [Mobile].

In this platformer, death is not the end. Levels can only be finished once your character has perished. Can you get the fasted time in all 12 levels in order to unlock the ending? Lore Update (3/17/21) Contains: Normal ending.Secret ending.Main Menu Animations Controls: Movement: WASD or Arrow Keys Jump (human only): W, up or space bar What is Project 2021? Over the course of this year, I am tryin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death Percent [Project 2021-3].

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

79% User Score Based on 753 reviews

Adrenaline-pumping gore retro funhouse that’s full of guns, magic, demons, vertical arenas, 3D visuals, 2D sprites, and heavy metal music. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Warlock II.

85%Game Brain Score

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86% User Score Based on 472 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

Deathstate is a roguelike bullet hell adventure set in a bizarre world of dimensional exploration. Play as a number of unique characters trying to discover the fate of Professor Elinberg who opened a portal to the void. Are you ready to venture deep into the abyss? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathstate.

66%Game Brain Score

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66% User Score Based on 239 reviews

Action-oriented combat with a deep and involving tale of betrayal, torture, madness, and infernal damnation. If a gritty old-school open-ended isometric RPG is what you looking for, look no further. Inquisitor will provide you with hours of gameplay and a dark, involving story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inquisitor.

Made for the Trijam #171 - Watch your step After finding herself on the wrong side of the local crime family, Luna is given one last chance to prove her innocence by surviving a walk down a frozen river. Controls (Can be rebound) Up key - move upDown key - move downEsc - Full screen  This game is Cannon to the Project 2021 story. Play the rest of the games here: https://itch.io/c/2063306/12-games-… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to On Thin Ice.

64%Game Brain Score

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64% User Score Based on 90 reviews

The Last Man Survivor is a gloomy roguelike in which you have to fight tons of enemies, slay giant bosses, discover new abilities and characters, and also find out the dark secret of the Last Survivor If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Man Survivor.

82%Game Brain Score

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88% User Score Based on 4,480 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 17 reviews

Project Warlock is a first person shooter that fans of Doom, Hexen and Wolfenstein cannot miss. It serves you an exploding cocktail of bullets, spells and monsters. Battle through 60 levels of non stop action packed with bloodthirsty enemies and challenging bosses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Warlock.

88%Game Brain Score

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98% User Score Based on 110 reviews

Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

Something is brewing at the bottom of the ocean and it is up to you to investigate. Dive into this underwater metroidvania, coming Q4 2019. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Depths of Sanity.

76%Game Brain Score

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76% User Score Based on 108 reviews

Revulsion is the missing link between old school classic first person shooters and modern day first person shooters. Imagine if the classic fps had evolved in a direction other than a story based experience, to being something much more brutal, with more advanced gameplay mechanics. Revulsion takes classic Doom and Quake style gameplay and combines it with the core concepts that permeate the Dark … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Revulsion.

73%Game Brain Score

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74% User Score Based on 357 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

Larva Mortus is a fast-paced action horror game that has you hunting monsters of the supernatural in a dark and ominous atmosphere full of undead, terrifying and demonic nightmares. A horrific atmosphere goes hand in hand with furious action packed splatter fest. Everything accompanied by creepy, first class soundtrack! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Larva Mortus.

63%Game Brain Score

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100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

Cramit's Keep, is a top down, roguelike, where you navigate through various dungeon levels. Customize Cramits abilities with potions and powers, and ultimately defeat the evil within the Keep. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cramit's Keep.

Help defeat the dreaded Necrocat by adding the game to your Wishlist! Necrocat is a card roguelike with simple mechanics but grand strategies. Step into the shoes of Twilight and move across the battlefield as you face the armies of the feared Necrocat and collect items that will aid you on your journey to the necromancer! Defeat the Necrocat As you progress on your journey, you will encounte… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Necrocat.

96%Game Brain Score

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96% User Score Based on 2,533 reviews

Beyond Citadel is an anime style retro throwback shooter inspired by the classics of the 90's, with realistic gunplay mechanics, anime violence and fast paced combat. Fight your way through the heavily armed mechanical fortress and discover the secret that lies beneath. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond Citadel.

92%Game Brain Score

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94% User Score Based on 1,294 reviews

Critic Score 86%Based on 4 reviews

Once a loyal knight, betrayed, and banished to the Abyss. A desecrated corpse inside reanimated armor. You rise to an eternal death. Branded KILL KNIGHT, you have one purpose - KILL THE LAST ANGEL.FIVE ELDRITCH LAYERSKILL, OR BE KILLEDDance with death in the Abyss, and unveil intricate layers of gameplay lurking beneath the surface. Exploit enemy weaknesses, enact brutal executions, weave through … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KILL KNIGHT.

54%Game Brain Score

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54% User Score Based on 164 reviews

Nadir is a roguelike deck-builder with a twist: the cost to play a card is an enemy reaction you can predict. Craft your own cards to slay powerful demons. Gather resources, expand your city, grow in power and conquer the underworld. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nadir: A Grimdark Deckbuilder.

63%Game Brain Score

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65% User Score Based on 175 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 5 reviews

The Ambassador: Fractured Timelines is a twin-stick fantasy shooter centered around the ability to stop time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ambassador: Fractured Timelines.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music

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76% User Score Based on 92 reviews

Explore alternative realities while trying to save Your own from approaching annihilation. Dark fantasy rpg action game which will take You on a journey deep into the realms of Errent. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Back To Ashes.

71%Game Brain Score

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71% User Score Based on 335 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

Conquer the forces of Death in A Wizard’s Lizard, an action RPG for Windows, Mac, and Linux. Explore ever-changing dungeons, filled with powerful weapons and items. Battle back the hordes of evil. Rescue villagers to improve your town and increase your power for your next trek into the dungeon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Wizard's Lizard.

78%Game Brain Score

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78% User Score Based on 370 reviews

Razenroth is an action shooter with a dark atmosphere, enriched with the elements of roguelike and RPG. All the levels, weather conditions, distribution and quantity of key elements are generated randomly. Thanks to this fact, a single game is different each time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Razenroth.

87%Game Brain Score

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94% User Score Based on 621 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 4 reviews

Impaler is a minimalist arena shooter with spikes. Summon spikes to slay monsters, build barriers, and reach higher ground. Impaler's rogue-like elements ensure each run is a unique challenge. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Impaler.

91%Game Brain Score

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91% User Score Based on 346 reviews

Voidborn is a fast-paced roguelite FPS that combines skill-based action and swift movement with roguelike level progression and character customization. Rip apart demons with devastating weapon builds and reach as far as possible before you inevitably perish and become reborn stronger than ever. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voidborn.

93%Game Brain Score

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93% User Score Based on 84 reviews

Loplight is a twin-stick shooter taking inspirations from Hermetic lore and old alchemical concepts. Explore the ruins of this world, find out who's responsible, and defeat the monstrous creatures blocking your path. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Loplight.

82%Game Brain Score

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82% User Score Based on 292 reviews

Roam the dystopian future city of New Babel, Mankind's Last Hope, in search of crimes in progress. Use lethal weapons, non-lethal force, and diplomacy to take down bad guys. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to miniLAW: Ministry of Law.

74%Game Brain Score

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74% User Score Based on 594 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

Lovecraft’s Untold Stories is an action roguelike with RPG elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lovecraft's Untold Stories.

81%Game Brain Score

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82% User Score Based on 170 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

The game is set in a dark pixel fantasy world. Destroy hordes of monsters ruling over what once was a prosperous land. 10 levels filled with various enemies await, you, each requiring a different approach to defeat. Like in any RPG, leveling up is the core element of the game If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diabolic.

76%Game Brain Score

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80% User Score Based on 4,200 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 3 reviews

Put on your wide-brimmed hat, grab your weapons and embark on an incredible adventure in the gothic-noir world of Borgovia, where mad science threatens the fragile peace between monster and mortal. Be Van Helsing, monster-hunter extraordinaire and save the day with your charming and beautiful companion, Lady Katarina. Explore the savage wilderness in the mountains and the soot-stained brick distri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing.

75%Game Brain Score

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76% User Score Based on 474 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

[Media 2152799] A challenging action RPG/Roguelike with deep combat and enemies that can collaborate between themselves to kill you. * Deep combat: There're enemies that hide, enemies that... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mana Spark.

79%Game Brain Score

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79% User Score Based on 515 reviews

A powerful sorcerer is on the cusp of dominating the land. A group of heroes bands together and seals him away inside a magical tome. Now as the sorcerer you must escape from this ancient prison and find a way to regain your magical powers using your wits and an array of summonable creatures to aid you. There may be more powerful forces at work as you navigate the dungeons and fight the heroes sen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paper Sorcerer.

84%Game Brain Score

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91% User Score Based on 11,735 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 30 reviews

Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun - Forges of Corruption Edition is the most complete way to experience the ultimate Warhammer 40,000 homage to retro shooters, including the base game and Forges of Corruption DLC. Load up your Boltgun and plunge into battle headfirst! Experience a perfect blend of Warhammer 40,000, classic, frenetic FPS gameplay and the stylish visuals of your favourite 90’s retro shoote… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun.

55%Game Brain Score

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55% User Score Based on 180 reviews

Malus is a Action Role Playing Game with an emphasis on horror, combat and gameplay. The game is much slower paced than your typical ARPG.In Malus, the world has been overrun by eternal darkness. Demons have won the Celestial War and taken over the world. Every corner of the land you will find evil lurking. Humanity is in the brink of extinction. You play as either a Male or Female, you wake up in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Malus.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, emotional

65% User Score Based on 151 reviews

Antharion is an epic old-school fantasy RPG that combines tactical turn-based combat with the freedom of a huge living-breathing open world. You'll create and customize a party of four: choosing from seven races, nine classes and fifteen skills, before setting out to explore the fully interactive continent of Antharion. Explore dungeons, get thrown in jail, discover hidden passageways, burglarize … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AntharioN.

85%Game Brain Score

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85% User Score Based on 1,145 reviews

Dungeon Peplum is a grim horror shooter where each step through the catacombs might be your last. The once scientific lab has become a nightmare filled with red-eyed beasts — failed experiments gone wild. Your single objective: survive and find your way out. The story is told through discovered notes, keys, and environmental clues. Over eight types of weapons — from a trusty double-barreled shotg… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Peplum.

80%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

81% User Score Based on 1,344 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 8 reviews

Embark on a journey into the darkest nightmares to restore your sanity. Blast your way through hordes of possessed enemies, unlock an arsenal of deadly weapons and get ready to face even more Lovecraftian madness in this action-packed FPS sequel. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forgive Me Father 2.

84%Game Brain Score

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94% User Score Based on 4,813 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 6 reviews

Drova is a pixel art role-playing game inspired by classic role-playing games. We want to create a challenging and interesting world and offer a well-rounded and consistent gaming experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drova: Forsaken Kin.