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Looking for games like Arcane Invaders? Here are top arcade shooter recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Revenge of the Quadra, Galaxy Pilot or Cosmic Horizon.

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  1. Revenge of the Quadra is my tribute to a classic Vic 20 game from around 1984. Like some of my other Vic remakes, I loved playing this one as a teenager, and i've tried to make a game closely resembling the original, while taking advantage of modern development skills to improve on it. Important information for Mac users.  If you are running OSX:Catalina or above then the game may report an issu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Revenge of the Quadra.

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  2. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Galaxy Pilot is a game inspired by various arcade classics from the 1980s, serving as a personal tribute to the 1984 arcade game "StarForce"  The game features 25 main levels spread across 8 galaxies, each with 5 challenging stages and 3 difficulty modes. Players can acquire multiple weapons and uncover hidden bonuses, all while navigating through the levels using either a top-down or an isometri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Pilot.

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  3. Cosmic Horizon - End User Manual Welcome to Cosmic Horizon, an endless side-scrolling space shooter where you pilot a spaceship through a neon-lit galaxy, battling enemies, dodging asteroids, and collecting power-ups to achieve the highest score possible. This manual provides everything you need to start playing, understand the game mechanics, and enjoy the experience. Table of Contents Game Ov… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmic Horizon.

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  4. Welcome to Validius - a fun and furious shooter written for the Syntax Bomb "Reboot" competition. I'm very proud that this game was the winner of that event. Important information for Mac users. When you have downloaded the zip file then you need to make sure you drag the app into the applications folder before running it else sometimes you get a "game not found" error message when launching it. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Validius.

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  5. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    PURGATION SWORDSTORM is a single-stage bullet hell game about playing dangerously. You are BONE ACE, pilot of the B1000 BONE, an experimental fighter that SHOOTS SWORDS. Your mission is to ERADICATE GHOULS and RESCUE LOST SOULS. This project was developed in 6 days for the TWG Discord's 3rd game jam. The prompt was “hold your ghouls close”, which inspired a slightly spooky shmup with an emphasis … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Purgation Swordstorm.

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  6. Description: This project is a simple clone of the original Pac-Man arcade game. While it aims to be similar to the original, it is not an exact copy. The main goal of this project is to showcase my skills as a C# programmer and Unity developer in a small project where the code can be easily analyzed. Execution: Unity Version: Unity 6.0.25f1 Open the "Game" or "Init" scene in the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PacMan.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Simple 2D platformer. Mechanic action shooter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JAGD LANZER.

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  8. Battle AirForce is a vertical scrolling bullet hell STG. StoryThree years after Battle Marine you have been rescued by an enemy soldier and decided to defect to the opposing nation. In your homeland, the commander who lured you into a trap has become emperor in a military coup. The emperor is now expanding his territory by invading formerly neutral countries while converting them into colonies. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle AirForce.

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  9. Creepy Crawlies is my entry into the Syntax Bomb Mix-It-Up game coding competition. Important information for Mac users. When you have downloaded the zip file then you need to make sure you drag the app into the applications folder before running it else you may get a "game not found" error message when launching it. If you are running OSX:Catalina then this game may report an issue stating that … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Creepy Crawlies.

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    26%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    26% User Score Based on 174 reviews

    Finally the day came when we found our GOD.Human Beings are an experiment done by them.The human beings are evolving and have become one of the greatest powers in the universe which is becoming a great problem for other colonies in the universe.So our god decides to end the experiment but now human beings will fight for their existence.This is an Action ,Sci-Fi 3D game with FPS/TPS switchable view… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The God's Chain.

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    34%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    34% User Score Based on 181 reviews

    You are NUX, sole survivor of the Nexon warrior tribe. The evil Silthax has invaded your home world of Nexolus, devoured your fellow Nexons and stolen the sacred power crystals from your village. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nux.

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  12. Ploid is a new platform adventure game for old or modern hardware, play and explore the lost temples, gain sacred disc files and become the ultimate Ploid X of the galaxy! + V.O.I.D. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PLOID SAGA.

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  13. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    100% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Play the timeless classic in a 21st century finish. Asteroids VR brings the feel of arcades back, only this time compete against players from all around the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asteroids VR.

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  14. VR Archery is an exciting fast paced arcade / shooting gallery style game that delivers on a truly immersive approach to experiencing archery in virtual reality. Please note: This is an indie (independent/solo) developer game, so the level of quality and graphics is lower than that of most commercial games. Your feedback and bug reports are strongly appreciated and will quickly be used to m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VR Archery.

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  15. ## I. Game Overview *StarBump Royale* is a fast-paced bumper car collision arena game developed for the web, playable instantly upon opening a browser. Centered on the core design philosophy of **short match durations and high thrill value**, each match has a fixed 3-minute runtime. Players control bumper cars to collide with opponents and collect stars to earn points, competing for the title of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to StarBump Royale.

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  16. 56%Game Brain Score
    56% User Score Based on 7 reviews

    THE STORY In the 31st century, Earth's civilization is fully self-sustaining —powered by Lazium, a rare energy source extracted from distant planets. Massive autonomous facilities known as AXONs (Autonomous Extraction & Optimization Nodes) mine and refine this energy, sustaining humanity’s ever-growing needs. Until one day, the transports of Lazium stop and communication with the AXONs is lost. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmic Hero 2 Prologue.

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  17. Super Polandball - Game Description Super Polandball is an action-packed 2D platformer where you take control of a brave Polandball (or other countryballs like France, Ukraine, or USA) to save the world from the clutches of evil! Embark on a thrilling adventure across 10 challenging levels filled with parkour platforms, coin collecting, epic battles, and unique bosses like Trilluminati, Omskbird,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Polandball Game.

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  18. System requirements  The game is designed to run on 48KB Oric computers (such as Oric Atmos and Telestrat models), but the download link comes with a pre-configured Windows Emulator ready to run the English floppy version of the game. In addition, the "Game" folder contains a French floppy version as well as an English tape version. The game supports the PASE/ALTAI joystick interfaces. Credits … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pulsoids (Oric).

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  19. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    About It's the blood moon! Time to take over the world... or it would be if every other half baked necromancer and vampire wasn't trying the same thing. Capture buildings and locations full of bits and bobs you can use to build your army, and conquer all! Made in 1 month for the "Games for Blind Gamers" game jam! So should be fully blind accessible. There is a tutorial in game, and instruction… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Necromancer Nonsense.

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  20. A dark and mysterious entity from another dimension has gained access to our world through a portal deep inside an ancient temple. Only a true fighter pilot like you can stop it before it rips apart the very fabric of space and time. But beware: many dangers lie ahead! Project Möbius is a fast-paced 3D game inspired in part by 2D Shoot 'em up games such as Battle Squadron for the Amiga. Your goa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Möbius.

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  21. A twin-stick shooter where your music is your weapon. Whichever track you choose will power your engines and your lasers, but beware: your enemies are also driven by the music. Soundsaber fully supports all mainstream audio file formats: MP3, FLAC, M4A, AAC, WMA, WAV, OGG, AIFF, MOD, IT, S3M and XM are all fully compatible. Soundsaber comes with a dozen sample tracks by artists like 0edi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soundsaber.

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  22. 36%Game Brain Score
    36% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    The New Dimension in co-op with Alf Yngve is very pleased to present to you what was originally an unfinished RGCD 16KB cartridge compo 2012 entry, and a Games That Weren't game.  Amazon Tales. A sideways scrolling throw stones in the jungle 'em up game for The Commodore 64. This game features:- Seven stunning horizontal scrolling scenes- Powerful game music- More variety in enemy patterns - Chall… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Amazon Tales [Commodore 64].

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  24. also available on github: https://github.com/rsa17826/vex-plus-plus VEX++ This is a game that i made to be an improvement to the games vex, vex 2, and vex 3 Table of Contents Game Controls Options Settings Explanations General Information extra info press editor_edit_special on a block in the block picker to modify the default options of that block that will be used when first pl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to vex plus plus.

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  25. 92%Game Brain Score
    92% User Score Based on 261 reviews

    Build a hive, make some honey! Hive Time is a small, bee themed management/base building sim. Harvest resources, grow your hive, and produce a new Queen before the current one dies. Manage different bee roles in a totally scientifically inaccurate depiction of hive dynamics. Send Foragers out to find pollen and nectar, have Builders research new cell types, and ensure you have enough Beesitters t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hive Time.

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  26. BACCI and the ducklings (16 Bit): The video game "Bacci & the Ducklings" released a few years ago on this site (32 Bit version), has a predecessor, this app I propose you in this page, developed by me in 2003 with the intention of publishing it in the Talent-Zone section of The Game Machine magazine; at first I was in favor, but then I got the impression that they would keep my copyrights and p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1st version of "Bacci & the ducklings" (16 Bit).

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  27. Game design Document Elevator Pitch Secret Agent B.R.A.D is an Isometric, 3D environment, stealth, mission-based game, where you play as an ex-maintenance robot that is programmed to spy on the soviets. You will be infiltrating the Soviet bases to extract the intel. Name Secret Agent B.R.A.D Targeted Platforms Secret Agent B.R.A.D is a Windows PC game. Player Count This is a single-player ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secret Agent B.R.A.D- NGA.

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  28. ****UPDATED 8/18/2023 (1.3)**** __________________________________________________________________________________________ This is Hikikomori. Hikikomori, in Japanese, is a severe form of social withdrawl for someone who may go days, weeks or months without social interaction. This is a game about someone who finally finds themselves completely alone - and where it leads them. The goal of each lev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hikikomori.

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  29. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    95% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Dark Water' a story about the adventures of Gran Gran and her Granddaughter who are trying to save their town from an attack by the cursed slimes. Use your trusty bow, diverse actions and jump mechanics to defeat foes and overcome traps to save the village from this crisis. Attack : Acquiring a specific ability will allow you to attack in slow motion in mid-air. Teleportation Arrow : Ai… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Water: Slime Invader.

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  30. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay
    57% User Score Based on 75 reviews

    Go to the path in which you have to go through space, unfortunately you do not have the right to make a mistake, we hope for you! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Advent.

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  31. 42%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    50% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    The Walking Evil takes you to the great classic of the horror of the survival of the 90s, controlling the main character with a fixed camera system that enhances the feeling that you are incredible in a real horror movie. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Walking Evil.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    83% User Score Based on 258 reviews

    Play Droid Assault and experience running blaster battles with hordes of rampaging killer robots! Discover a unique tactical arcade shooter, with the fun addictive gameplay of 8-bit classics. You'll need your wits and the help of your acquired droid squad to stay alive in this fast-paced retro actionfest. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Droid Assault.

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  33. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    62% User Score Based on 754 reviews

    Special Edition includes original Wings of Prey game and Wings of Luftwaffe add-on. Wings of Prey is based around large-scale aerial combat in World War II. Players can participate in some of the most famous battles piloting fighters, attack aircraft and bombers across a range of thrilling missions. There are six theatres of war to engage in: The Battle of Britain, Stalingrad, the Ardennes, Ber… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wings of Prey: Special Edition.

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

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

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  36. 49%Game Brain Score
    49% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    FLASH-BLIP A fast-paced 2D game built with the LOVE framework. Dodge obstacles, survive as long as you can, and get the highest score. The game is primarily oriented toward endless mode, where players aim for the highest possible score in an infinite survival challenge. Structured levels are a work-in-progress, with future plans to implement procedural generation for creating diverse, dynamic le… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FLASH-BLIP.

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  37. You found your new obsession in the back of a local arcade. You've never seen this arcade!  JOURNEY THROUGH THE NIGHTMARE REALM II You and your friends are certain: You MUST beat this arcade and score a spot on it's leader board. After your first run you get awarded a booster pack filled with different cards. On your next run you get to use them: Insert an ability card and use it IN-GAME!  Loca… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Journey Through The Nightmare Realm II.

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  38. # JetPaws **Created by:** Christos Alexandrou   **Engine:** C++ & SFML   **Release Date:** August 2025   --- ## Description   JetPaws is a fast-paced arcade game where you control a jet-powered cat! Avoid obstacles, grab treats, and chase your high score. How long can you survive? --- ## ️ Controls   - **Up Arrow / W / Space** – Jet boost (fly up)   - **Enter** – Start or restart   - … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JetPaws.

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  39. Enter the zen forest... This is the classic 2D brick breaking game you know and love, re-imagined for VR with many new features! On the harder difficulties, this can be a fast and frantic game but because VR can be overwhelming to some players and because VR is great for relaxation, emphasis was given to providing a Zen Mode that is calm and stress-free. Play your way! Game Modes (( Play 15 Const… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zen Forest Brick Breaker VR.

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  40. Description My second game for BUAS is very similar to my first game in BUAS. We were essentially asked to recreate our first block's project (Metal Gear), but in 3D using OpenGL. Where some students opted to try and recreate Metal Gear Solid, I instead tried to stay accurate to the original Metal Gear MSX game, and simply extend it into the third dimension. As such, the tile map and rooms are … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal Gear 3D Ultra Deluxe (School Project).

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  41. ***PLEASE READ!***RECOMMENDATIONS FROM DEV!***  Hey everybody! The game is in a pretty rough state as I rushed to meet the deadline. I highly recommend using debug functions I left in this build to make your playthrough smoother. At the start I recommend pressing '3' a bunch of times to keep adding to your 'Kronos' count. Then wait for the shop to open once the countdown reaches halfway (Yes! ther… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Blade of Time's Eternal Penguin Warrior: A Quest to Unleash the Full Potential of Time Wielding the Sword of Destiny.

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  42. Black Widow is a project I created using the Python programming language with the use of the Pygame set of Python modules. This application is a loose reimagining of the 1982 Atari arcade game Black Widow. How To Play Black Widow has the player taking control of a Black Widow that can fire a projectile in four directions. Enemy bugs will begin to swarm the screen which leaves the play… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Widow Pygame.

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  43. POLYBOIDS is an arcade-style action space shooter made for the Pygame Community Summer Jam 2024. The post-jam bugfix version only updates the loot tables, as they were configured wrong and made certain upgrades too rare and lasers were unobtainable. I would recommend playing the bugfix version for more fun. The game is open source: https://github.com/Binary-Ninja/pygame-summer-jam-2024 Discord … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to POLYBOIDS.

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  44. 49%Game Brain Score
    49% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Boulderdash - a remake of the classic C64 game written in Gamemaker Studio 2Windows: There are two Windows versions available. INT is played through the Gamemaker 2 interpreter whereas YYC is fully compiled and may run better for some people. Either will probably just work fine, so take you pick.Mac:Important information for Mac users. When you have downloaded the zip file then you need to make s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boulderdash.

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  45. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Mac users please see the note at the bottom of this description to prevent the game not working for you !! Gridrunner is a modern hybrid of Jeff Minters two classic Vic 20 games, Gridrunner and Matrix. I've attempted to keep a similar kind of compact play area that the Vic 20 forced you to have, and thus keep the same playability of both games.  The crazy Vic 20 sound effects have been used where … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gridrunner.

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  46. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    73% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    PRESENTATION! (1 purchase, 1 Steam Key also included!) This RPG features 3 different heroines: fighter wizardress explorer Select one of them and embark on a quest that will take you into the depths of a dark dungeon inhabited by evil forces.All 3 heroines have different strengths and weaknesses, so make your choice carefully. Solve riddles, unravel ancient secrets and defeat dangerous foes.Only… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sexy Heroine! Part 1.

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  47. Gratuitous Shooty Game is a hobby space shooter made by the developer of Gratuitous Space Battles, reusing the art from that game :D. This game is just a simple space shooty game where you use the left and right arrow keys to control your ship, and the spacebar to fire. Ever-more deadly waves of alien ships attack you in a suspiciously slow and predictable pattern, enabling your single spaces… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gratuitous Space Shooty Game.

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  48. A Revolution in the Shoot 'em Up GenreThis game lets you rotate your ship and shoot diagonally at enemies, adding modern controls to retro gameplay. This small change in controls creates a huge difference in gameplay. You'll find this game to be more realistic, more immersive, and more challenging than your typical shoot 'em up game. Hybrid Horizontal / Vertical ShooterThe enemies enter from … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invaders from the Third Dimension.

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  49. 58%Game Brain Score
    58% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Classic 2D jump'n'run sidescroller featuring Tux the penguin. Run and jump through multiple worlds, fighting off enemies by jumping on them, bumping them from below or tossing objects at them, grabbing power-ups and other stuff on the way. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SuperTux.

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  50. BACCI and the ducklings v.2.4: The video game "Bacci & the Ducklings" released a few years ago on this site (32 Bit version), has a predecessor, developed by me in 2003 with the intention of publishing it in the Talent-Zone section of The Game Machine magazine; at first I was in favor, but then I got the impression that they would keep my copyrights and pay me very little, so I put it aside and, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1st version of "Bacci & the ducklings" + AnimEdi 16 bit.

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