Games like Aleste
Looking for games like Aleste? Here are top arcade shooter recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Psyvariar 3, NIGHT STRIKER GEAR or XELAN FORCE.
- 56%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, storyMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics83% User Score 12 reviewsCritic Score 70%1 reviews
Play as one of 7 pilots in this thrilling sequel to a SHMUP classic. The time has come for a new generation of Psyvariars to rise… and save humanity. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Psyvariar 3.
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- 95%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:stability95% User Score 56 reviews
A brand new entry to the series, NIGHT STRIKER GEAR revitalizes the sprite scaling pseudo-3D style with polished graphics. The new GEAR System gives an added depth to the gameplay without sacrificing the intuitiveness. Feeling the rush of fast-paced music, strike through the night once more! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NIGHT STRIKER GEAR.
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- 61%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:replayability100% User Score 12 reviews
8BIT style vertical scrolling shooting game Zelan Force. We developed this product with the idea that we want people to remember the excitement of those days and to pass it on to the next generation. It is a retro-style game that has the same sound as the actual FC machine, limited the number of colors, and eliminates the expressions of modern games as much as possible. Equipped with P・L・… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to XELAN FORCE.
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- View Game86%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, storyMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability89% User Score 304 reviewsCritic Score 75%2 reviews
From Orange Juice comes a shoot'em'up starring the lone enhanced human, Sora. The sequel of the high-speed shoot'em'up "Suguri", with improved game system and graphics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sora.
- 77%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization77% User Score 86 reviews
For the very first time, highly acclaimed Japanese Arcade Shoot’em Ups - VASARA (2000) and VASARA 2 (2001) - are made available to the whole world via this package: VASARA COLLECTION! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VASARA Collection.
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- View Game71%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding71% User Score 546 reviews
Acceleration of SUGURI 2 is a lightning-paced duel-style shoot'em'up from Orange Juice, featuring all favorite characters from the SUGURI universe. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Acceleration of SUGURI 2.
- 80%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding84% User Score 9,990 reviewsCritic Score 75%20 reviews
The shoot ‘em up you were looking for! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sky Force Reloaded.
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- 87%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding87% User Score 1,254 reviews
Experience your music collection as never before with this intense music driven arcade shooter. Each of your songs will have its own unique ebb and flow based on the music. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beat Hazard 2.
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- 90%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding90% User Score 1,004 reviews
This is the unique alloy of arcade action and RPG elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Shooter 2: Reloaded.
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- 80%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding81% User Score 788 reviewsCritic Score 75%2 reviews
Shadowgrounds breathes fresh air into the action genre with explosive combat sequences, an innovative weapon upgrade system, and an intriguing storyline. The adrenaline-pumping, top-down gameplay and audiovisual fireworks set the scene for this new action experience which also includes single computer (split keyboard or joystick) co-op play. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadowgrounds.
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- 94%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability94% User Score 448 reviews
Platypus is a fast, frantic and fun arcade-style shoot-em-up. The vast continent-spanning city of Collosatropolis has finally reached the limits of its expansion. Tall buildings cover every available space. The air is thick with smoke and poisonous chemicals. Parking is a nightmare. The Collosotropolan leaders have decided the simplest solution is to invade the neighbouring country of Mungola. T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Platypus.
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Astro Flame Starfighter is a classic scrolling shooter with modern 3D graphics. Upgrade the systems of your spaceship, upgrade your weapons and sweep away hordes of enemies on your way. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astro Flame: Starfighter.
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- 55%Game Brain Score55% User Score 7 reviews
"Quadron is an original arcade style game for the 48K ZX Spectrum created in the mould of the 1980s Williams classics. Set in the Quadron complex, you are charged with the task of defending the crystals mined by the relentless onset of marauding aliens. Featuring fast arcade style gameplay, multiple weapons, enemies, collectables, powerups, and a pointer based status screen and scanner, the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quadron.
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- 75%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay100% User Score 26 reviews
Insane bullet hell shooter! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bullet Hell Monday Black.
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The Last from Mars is a VR game to be released for Playstation VR and Oculus platforms. It is a 3D first person shooter, and the objective is to survive each round of invading aliens after which a more difficult round begins. The player begins the game with a simple laser gun and has access to a melee attack, as well as a maximum of 4 teleports. As players fight the aliens, they receive points … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last From Mars.
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- 62%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:humor, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay89% User Score 17 reviewsCritic Score 66%6 reviews
Samurai Aces Episode I, Samurai Aces Episode II: TENGAI, Samurai Aces Episode III: SENGOKU CANNON, GUNBARICH, GUNBIRD, and GUNBIRD2 unite to form this epic arcade collection! Bring the arcade home by blasting through these shooters vertically in the popular ‘TATE’ mode for the ultimate shoot-em-up experience! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Psikyo Shooting Stars Bravo.
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- 53%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding90% User Score 10 reviews
Get in your low-poly spaceship, select a high-yield bombardment weapon, turn up the retro music volume and send the evil planet occupying civilization to the galaxy's dark ages! Unlock and use different space battleships with special weapons to destroy the enemies and clear the beautiful and diverse planets from exploitation and destruction. Enjoy the retro synthwave tracks and let the bright … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbital Bombardment.
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Spacepunk Survival is a multiplayer, first-person shooter game where you must survive hordes of deadly aliens in a derelict space station, all of that with beautiful and dark retro aesthetics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spacepunk Survival.
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ThrustLander is an action cave-flyer with modern graphics, classic gameplay, challenging levels and modern visuals. Battle through over 250 levels and 3 game modes including a retro mode! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ThrustLander.
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- 95%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, stability95% User Score 108 reviews
Now UPDATED to an enhanced version — 'RELOADED' — with a brand-new Rogue-lite Career mode! StoryThirty years have passed since the first battle against the alien menace in Project X. Now, the threat has returned—stronger, smarter, and more relentless than ever. Project X: Light Years brings back high-octane, side-scrolling shoot’em-up action as the official successor to the beloved Amiga cla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project X: Light Years.
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- 52%Game Brain Score52% User Score 3 reviews
A fantasy bullet hell on a strange, familiar planet. Fight the living and the dead alike as you figure out what's causing all this energy in the air! Play as a troupe of living puppets, curious immortal children, or a demon, and be sure to pick up journal pages on the way! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nociception: Voltaic Marketplace.
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- 94%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, replayabilityMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay95% User Score 132 reviewsCritic Score 90%2 reviews
This collection features 18 versions across all 7 arcade titles in the series, including the first-ever appearance of Gradius III AM Show Version on home consoles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GRADIUS ORIGINS.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization85% User Score 105 reviewsCritic Score 85%1 reviews
Space Elite Force II is a classic side scrolling gaming experience with many enemies, explosions and upgrades for your ship. Have fun defeating bosses, upgrading your ship and blowing up enemies, alone or with a friend in local co-op mode. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Elite Force 2.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability85% User Score 630 reviews
Capcom's newest fighting collection hits the stage! Choose from fan-favorite games like Capcom vs. SNK 2: Mark of the Millennium 2001 and Project Justice to 3D action games like Power Stone and Power Stone 2 in this collection of eight classic fighting games! Each game in the collection can be played online or co-op! Get back in the ring and duke it out in battles that everyone rumored, but no … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Capcom Fighting Collection 2.
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- 52%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay75% User Score 24 reviewsCritic Score 47%2 reviews
The player takes the role of the last soldier of the highly specialized "Gastro Force", elite troopers trained to infiltrate the enormous alien guts to fight them from the inside! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gastro Force.
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- 95%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding95% User Score 417 reviews
Bullet hell for everyone If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bullet Hell Monday Finale.
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- 84%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability83% User Score 854 reviewsCritic Score 85%3 reviews
Darwinia+ is the version of Darwinia for the Xbox 360, released on the Xbox Live Arcade on 10 February 2010. It includes updated versions of both Darwinia and Multiwinia. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darwinia.
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- 39%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, replayabilityMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics59% User Score 17 reviews
War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rangok Skies.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability90% User Score 648 reviewsCritic Score 81%17 reviews
The Bug Butcher is an action-packed 2D side scrolling shoot em up game where peril comes from above. So in a nutshell, pest control with machine guns in space. The core mechanics hold old ties from the classic arcade shooter "Super Pang" where you shoot vertically, but with modern day twists. You are Harry, a brash and tenacious exterminator who has a knack for decimating bugs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bug Butcher.
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- 80%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding82% User Score 1,773 reviewsCritic Score 68%1 reviews
A combination of platforming with a gravity gun, BEEP is an amazing physics-platformer. Despite its friendly art style, this is a hardcore platformer in the truest sense. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BEEP.
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- 68%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay89% User Score 27 reviewsCritic Score 70%2 reviews
Senko no Ronde 2 is a reboot of 2010's Japan-exclusive DUO, a fast-paced one-on-one action game offering a mix of shooting and fighting genres in a mech-filled bullet ballet in space! And with Zuntata alumni, Yasuhisa 'Yack.' Watanabe on board, you can expect a superb soundtrack too. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Senko no Ronde 2.
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- 54%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music52% User Score 159 reviewsCritic Score 60%1 reviews
Prepare for one of the most action packed-shooters in PC gaming history! Every level is full of enemies and targets for you to destroy! You will become a soldier of the alien species and protect your home world from the forces of the Human armada. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Incoming Forces.
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- 82%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding82% User Score 148 reviews
Moonpod's Starscape mixes old school arcade game play values with characterization and an involving plot to deepen the whole experience. With most of its crew missing and its weapons systems ruined, the space research station Aegis is all but lost. As the last remaining pilot you must help rebuild the station's defenses, acquire alien technology and create your own uniquely configured set of fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starscape.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding85% User Score 1,242 reviews
Join The Mobile Trench Brigade and protect humanity from the evil Monovision menace in this Tower Defense Shooter from Tim Schafer's Double Fine Productions. Use a combination of mobile firepower and stationary defenses to turn the tide of war in our favor. Customize your trench with thousands of possible loadouts. March side-by-side with allies from around the world as you fight your way through … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Iron Brigade.
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- 99%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story99% User Score 134 reviews
Raging Blasters is a vertical scroll shmup featuring high speed scrolling and the exhilaration of destruction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RagingBlasters.
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- 43%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay69% User Score 13 reviews
It's a frenetic space action game. You must survive the enemies and the dangerous environment. Prepare your arsenal before battle and try to eliminate as many enemies as you can before they do. Trade, explore and survive this challenge! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Battle.
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- 68%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story92% User Score 25 reviews
Super Grav is a retro gravity cave flyer for 1-4 players, featuring single player or co-op multiplayer missions, racing and dogfighting. Back by popular demand, Super Grav is the official sequel to the 1998 Net Yaroze coverdisc hit, Gravitation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Grav.
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- 82%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development85% User Score 57 reviewsCritic Score 78%7 reviews
The Aqua Kitty cats have launched into space in an all new action RPG shoot-em-up adventure! Pick your crew, then blast off to investigate mysterious water filled asteroids. Battle bizarre enemies, mine magnificent gems, grab new weapons, install enhancing devices, and unlock your crews' unique skills as you level up XP. Just watch out for marauding pirate rabbits, always trying to be first to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASTRO AQUA KITTY.
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- 89%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization94% User Score 1,537 reviewsCritic Score 84%20 reviews
Fully Voiced Action Platformer If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HUNTDOWN.
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- 37%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayabilityMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay56% User Score 18 reviews
In this classic inspired Tower Defense Bullet Hell Shooter, security bots have revolted and you, the sole surviving pilot, are all that stands between the colonies and defeat. Upgrade your ship, weapons and turrets whilst facing a plethora of enemies and colossal bosses. Why did the drones turn? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Excubitor.
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- 82%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability82% User Score 169 reviews
You play the psychotic A.I. of a warship lost in space which tries to come back to Earth. Build your spaceship from scratch. Load it with weapons. And use your creation to destroy waves of innocent aliens throughout numerous levels. Loot their carcasses, extend your ship and jump to the next sector for more action! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Psycho Starship Rampage.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability86% User Score 79 reviewsCritic Score 83%4 reviews
Gunman Clive returns in an all new adventure. Now in Color! Gunman Clive 2 retains the same classic gameplay formula, but dials the action up a notch further, with improved and more colorful graphics, more dynamic levels and richer, more diverse environments, bigger bosses and tons of new enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunman Clive 2.
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- 75%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding74% User Score 1,497 reviewsCritic Score 76%16 reviews
Welcome to Suburbia, just outside the City, sometime in 198X. This is the journey of Kid, a teenager stuck between the limitations of innocent youth and the obligations of inevitable adulthood. The story unfolds when Kid discovers the local arcade – finding new worlds, and new meaning, in video games. For every visit to the arcade – every game uncovered, every move mastered, every demon defeated –… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 198X.
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- 82%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humorMost mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization81% User Score 1,368 reviewsCritic Score 84%4 reviews
Monday Night Combat is a class-based, third-person shooter -- and the most popular lethal sport of the future! It blends intense combat, finishing moves, and game show-like challenges and rewards to produce an action experience unlike any other. Why fight for "honor" or "duty" when you can fight for the real American dream: cash, fame and endorsements? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monday Night Combat.
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- 87%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, storyMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability90% User Score 730 reviewsCritic Score 70%1 reviews
Side scrolling shooter with insane level of action and destruction! Assume a role of a brave space pilot and jump into an epic adventure across the universe to save it from inevitable doom! Unleash arsenal of the deadliest weapons and devices ever installed in a spaceship! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jets'n'Guns 2.
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- 91%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization92% User Score 5,600 reviewsCritic Score 90%1 reviews
You play an explorer stranded on a dangerous alien planet. Low on fuel, your only hope for escape is to find the planet’s core in this incredibly clever action-puzzle-platformer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out There Somewhere.
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- 81%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability87% User Score 126 reviewsCritic Score 69%5 reviews
Playstation All-Stars Battle Royal is a cross over fighting game featuring (mostly exclusive) iconic characters from various Playstation franchises. Each stage also feature prominent setting from other franchises. Playable characters are: Big Daddy (Bioshock) Cole MacGrath (Infamous) Colonel Radec (Killzone) Dante (DMC) Emmett Graves (Starhawk) (DLC content) Evil Cole McGrath (Infamous) Fate Prin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale.
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- 65%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability61% User Score 411 reviewsCritic Score 80%2 reviews
Shadowgrounds Survivor tells the story of the last remaining humans on Jupiter's moon Ganymede, where the alien onslaught is in full force. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadowgrounds Survivor.
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Free the Earth from invaders from Robot Empire by driving a mobile paddle-equipped ship. Be careful and agile - while you are destroying enemy fortresses, the invaders will try to stop you in every way. Dodge the attacks of the Guards and don't let the Repairmen restore the defenses! Destroy everything you see on the screen by making your ball a terminator that does not feel obstacles. Or fill it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Action Ball.
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- 96%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story96% User Score 98 reviews
Operation Steel is a roguelike shoot-em-up rendered in beautiful hand-drawn art. Blow up loads of enemies, destroy huge bosses, find weapons, and upgrade your load-out between levels. Combat the electronic legion across 20+ procedurally generated levels! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operation STEEL.
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