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83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

85% User Score Based on 95 reviews

Critic Score 76%Based on 3 reviews

# Your Enemies Are Your Extra Lives! A new menace has appeared to a war-torn planet Earth, and this time the threat is global: a parasitic alien organism that can possess humans and use their abilities to wreak unfathomable havoc. No one knows the whereabouts of this dangerous invader except you… because YOU are the HyperParasite! HyperParasite is a relentless top-down twin-stick shooter that’s … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HyperParasite.

The Battlefield Update is now public! You can learn more about it in the development log:  https://liftyforever.itch.io/hunting-season-demo/devlog/399002/hunting-season-th... ABOUT THIS GAME ------------------------------------------------ Hunting Season is a fast-paced rogue-lite FPS. This game is a combination of first person arena shooters and rogue-likes with items, synergies and many more. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hunting Season [DEMO V2].

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

94% User Score Based on 179 reviews

Ecto is a highly-randomized nature world that doesn't take itself too seriously. Collect the star fragments to beat the level Along the way, you can interact with almost everything in the level Collect coins to buy peculiar trinkets from Froggieman's shop to mess around with Compete with yourself (or your friends) to set record speedrunning times between randomly placed islands. ROADMAP:[… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ecto.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

79% User Score Based on 52 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 8 reviews

AQUA KITTY UDX blasts onto Nintendo Switch in this enhanced Ultra Edition including an all new epic Dreadnought mode! You and your team of milk mining kittens have overcome a fear of water to drill down under the ocean seabed and begin extracting vast reserves of what seems to be naturally forming full-fat milk. Get ready for fast paced submarine action, defending the kittens from disruptive mecha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AQUA KITTY UDX.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

73% User Score Based on 371 reviews

DSP is side-scrolling, roguelike, shoot 'em up set in the Starr Mazer universe. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starr Mazer: DSP.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

87% User Score Based on 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.

87%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

89% User Score Based on 278 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 3 reviews

In 2031, humans could no longer survive on the Earth’s surface. PyroCorp saved the world by building massive underground cities with their army of intelligent robots. Everything was fine – until one day, when the robots lost their minds and killed all humans. As the only remaining Good Robot, you must save PyroCorp from any lawsuits that might occur. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Good Robot.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

85% User Score Based on 73 reviews

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

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, optimization

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

The Story In a future where humanity has colonized the solar system, you join Norton - an AI entity manifested as a cat - on a mission to create the ultimate autopilot. Your daring maneuvers become training data for safeguarding future pilots, all while exploring worlds that blur the line between technology and imagination. Core Experience Score points through dangerous flying - the riskier the s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exosky.

This project was developed over four weeks (and a half day!) for the itch.io Horror Themed Game Jam 5 - "Alice in Wonderland" from March 11th to April 11th 2022. "A virus has escaped in Wunderland City", you have to go investigate and basically kill everything nasty you find there! :o) Lots of work, about 400hrs, first three scenes are complete, but ran out of time, and only had an hour to submit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wunderland City - Darkness Inside!.

OUT NOW ON APP LAB:  https://www.oculus.com/experiences/quest/3953712464660327/Introducing Dr Zaney's Insane Labs for the Oculus Quest. Take a trip to the  labs by strapping on your Quest and enter the strange mind of Dr Zaney,   where you play in a collection of physics driven Labs & mini games. Fun & exciting  family entertainment for all ages. GENERAL FEATURES: - FULL Physics driven game pl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dr Zaney's Insane Labs.

Metal Tales: Overkill is an action-adventure game where Metal and Adrenaline clash to give you the ultimate 3D roguelike guitar-shooter. Fight against the looming curse affecting your Metal brothers and free them from an ancient evil. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal Tales: Overkill.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

75% User Score Based on 16 reviews

Dungeons of Necromancers is a small pixel game. Your task is to go through as many dungeons as possible while upgrading your character. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons of Necromancers.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

95% User Score Based on 144 reviews

A mini action city-builder in a post-post-apocalyptic world. Grow your settlement. Fend off waves of enemies. Restore nature. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Existential Treads.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

86% User Score Based on 748 reviews

Critic Score 71%Based on 15 reviews

Sublevel Zero - Redux is a first-person roguelike six-degree-of-freedom shooter set in a universe where reality is falling apart. Take control of a lone gunship pilot whose mission is to loot and craft ancient technology. Descend into a vast underground facility, fighting through procedurally generated zero gravity environments to recover the technology you and your clan need to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sublevel Zero Redux.

39%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

39% User Score Based on 147 reviews

It's the zombie-slaying survival game with JRPG elements you didn't know you wanted! Get swarmed by zombies in active-time battles, search for other survivors, eat and most importantly: SURVIVE! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invasion: Brain Craving.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

67% User Score Based on 30 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

Underground Keeper is a logical 3D puzzle game from a first person view, inspired by Minesweeper. You will enjoy hours of excellent entertainment in 60 levels and 4 different environments. Level generator included! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Underground Keeper.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

84% User Score Based on 74 reviews

Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

Virtual Reality game. Racing with a motorcycle through the road full of zombies. Great variety of guns. VR HMD required. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hell Road VR.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability

91% User Score Based on 88 reviews

Critic Score 74%Based on 4 reviews

Galaxy Champions TV is a super intense top-down closed arena shooter game inspired by the classic arcade game Smash TV. Get powerful weapons, kill huge amount of enemies, level up, upgrade, find out your perfect build and beat all the bosses to become the champion of the most violent TV show of all time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Champions TV.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

94% User Score Based on 31 reviews

Rogue Stache is an action-adventure platforming roguelike which draws heavy inspiration from hits such as Rogue Legacy, Risk of Rain, and Magicite. Explore vast interstellar dungeons and defeat hordes of cunning enemies! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Stache.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

67% User Score Based on 69 reviews

PostCollapse is a survival simulation game set after the collapse of civilization. Gather items from the ruins, construct tools, grow your own food, go fishing and hunting. Single player only. No Zombies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PostCollapse.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

84% User Score Based on 31 reviews

The world needs a hero! dare you join the Gunslugs team of heroes? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunslugs 2.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay

100% User Score Based on 3 reviews

We present to you a vibrant Shoot'em up style game, filled with roguelike mechanics to keep each match interesting and unique, and also an intriguing storyline unlike anything you've seen in a "spaceship shmup" game. Prepare to be challenged by breathtaking boss fights, as well as various enemies with unique mechanics, with battles and situations procedurally generated for a diverse, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Old Sun II: Unspace.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, gameplay

61% User Score Based on 18 reviews

A 1-4 player co-op Christmas horror game. You have 3 days to deliver the presents and save Christmas, or die trying. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SANTA.

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.

Welcome to Last Pin Standing! Made for the GameDev.TV 2024 Game Jam! Controls are:W/A/S/D - Select spot to move toSpace Bar - Move to spot / Start GameEscape - Pause Game You are the last pin standing after the bowling balls attacked. It’s up yo you to avenge your fallen friends and family by remaining up for as long as you can. Jump and dodge as the bowling balls try to knock you down, and get … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Pin Standing.

This is the original version. If you want to play the newer versions, here is the link: https://wavecraft123.itch.io/christmas-chaos Made for the "Festive Jam 2023" in a week. Santa needs your help delivering presents this year. Since he is behind schedule, you will need to throw the presents at the houses instead of stopping at each one. But there is a problem. Santa hasn't paid his taxes for 200… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Christmas Chaos (Game Jam Version).

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

89% User Score Based on 18 reviews

Pulsor is a fast paced shoot em' up space arcade game where you orbit a black hole. Use your quick reactions and aim to blast the obstacles in your way ! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PULSOR.

I've come a long way since Fun1... Time to reflect that! Here is the link to Fun1, for comparison: https://mysteriousdeveloper.itch.io/fun-1 Regardless, Fun2 is, to quote one of its NEW characters, "much, much better" than Fun1. Here are its features: 1. 2 Maps(Twice as many as Fun1!) 2. 5 Types of Enemies(+1 type which is less common), already more than Fun1! 3. 4 Kinds of Weapons(1 of them parti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fun 2.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Gravity / Control / Chaos / Silence / Rebirth If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unification.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

NOTHING BUT BULLET HELL. Solid Aether is a bullet hell shoot'em up game that is extremely simple designed. It is a classic 2D shooter game featuring a variety of bullet patterns that are generated continuously in a stylish black and white world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solid Aether.

The ultimate rail shooter in this corner of the Galaxy ! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Darkness Rollercoaster: Ultimate Shooter Edition.

55%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

80% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Tameshi is a vertical scrolling retro-style 2D shoot 'em up with colorful pixel-art graphics and an emphasis on manic action. Engage single-player mode and take on the enemy hoards. Avoid taking fire to build your chain bonus! Features: Dozens of enemy types 7 stages to conquer 5 difficulty modes Shot, laser and bomb weapons Play with keyboard or gamepad Unique Mini bosses Formidable mul… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tameshi.

24%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

35% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Another Dungeon is a Tower Defense in which you must save your fortress from the Ancient Evil! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Another Dungeon.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

70% User Score Based on 57 reviews

Design train tracks and stations with the simplicity of a grid and tiles, but the flowing shape of curved tracks. By alternating straight and curved sections of track, you can quickly and intuitively control the track layout. Connect industries with trains to carry resources and deliver products to cities. Beyond the basic raw materials, most industries accept secondary or tertiary inputs t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steam Revolution: The Age of Rail.

Star Gun is a fast-paced, roguelite, auto-scrolling space shooter blending RPG-style progression and procedurally generated levels. Choose your ship, upgrade it to the max, and blast through relentless waves of enemies to free the galaxy—solo or with a friend! Key Features A New Galaxy Every Time. Every playthrough is a fresh experience. Explore a procedurally generated galaxy map filled with u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Gun.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music

76% User Score Based on 167 reviews

The classic Ghost Master returns from the depths of the underworld, resurrected in a glorious rebirth of terror and intrigue. This faithful remake of the beloved original brings back the essence of the classic, now infused with stunning new graphics, a powerful new engine, and refined mechanics that will leave you screaming for more. Key Features Command an army of specters: Wield the power to sum… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ghost Master: Resurrection.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

100% User Score Based on 48 reviews

We went to the essence of Calm Skies and re-made it from the ground up (the clouds down?) for our major Trailblazer Edition update. In this new edition, you can look forward to: Better Flying New Power-ups Added Dashing Mechanics Revamped Terrain Generation More Engaging Obstacle Spawning Improved Models and Lighting And many more improvements! Just part of our initiative to bring m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Calm Skies: The Wingsuit Flying Experience.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

96% User Score Based on 275 reviews

Even without experience in shooting games, you can easily enjoy the unique danmaku art and experience the thrill of bullet-hell battles! "Touhou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part III" is a bullet hell shooting game with a distinctive, glamorous presentation style. It is the third game in the Touhou Makuka Sai series. The strange moon seems to hide a new conspiracy. Charge in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TouHou Makuka Sai ~ Fantastic Danmaku Festival Part III.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development

82% User Score Based on 44 reviews

GRID RANGER is a short, 3D shmuplike with laser sharp aesthetics and a retro-futuristic soundtrack. Dodge and blast your way through 3 super-intense levels and see what lies beyond the grid... Featuring: Mouse-oriented controls for extra precision (The CNTRL option adjusts sensitivity), with controller support offered but not recommendedUses the V99 vector engine (like its sister game UTOPIA MUS… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grid Ranger.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

100% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Players can transform the terrain to obtain energy, use as offensive tool or improve defenses while having to deal with hostile geological processes and entities known as 'Scourge' Taking place in the Chains of Worlds, players assume the role of Legates, commanders of frames, overseeing base development and leading strategic battles. As the narrative unfolds, players embody different Legates from… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PERIMETER: Legate Edition.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability

81% User Score Based on 224 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

Join Clicky on a new, enchanted adventure in Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic! Search for hidden objects scattered around hand-drawn worlds, and unlock more as you go. With both a single player campaign and an online mode where you can create your own dreamworld, the adventure never ends! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hidden Through Time 2: Myths & Magic.

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.

44%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

44% User Score Based on 54 reviews

GUN JAM is a rhythm first-person shooter where the player must shoot to the beat to survive. It features an original core mechanic and firefights choreographed to the soundtrack in a vibrant world. Prepare to obliterate enemies whilst blasting to the beat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GUN JAM.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

94% User Score Based on 69 reviews

Hyper Bounce Blast is a stomach-churning retro shooter blended with classic platforming action. Bounce, shoot and dodge to survive the ever-increasing enemy attack. Bring it on! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyper Bounce Blast.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

68% User Score Based on 213 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 9 reviews

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

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

54% User Score Based on 39 reviews

Critic Score 61%Based on 5 reviews

Blast your way through waves of alien invaders in this retro style shooter with modern visuals. Collect power ups, destroy the enemy ships and defeat the mega bosses in 12 action packed levels. On your own or with a friend in local co-op mode. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FullBlast.

47%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

68% User Score Based on 19 reviews

Stardust Tycoon This project has been moved to Steam where current development is ongoing. Please visit the Steam page and wishlist the game. Steam link : Stardust Tycoon on Steam ***************** Old description below *********************** This game is a 2D sandbox space game, inspired by the original "Frontier Elite". I've taken some liberties regarding the gameplay, but overall, you're… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stardust Tycoon.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

82% User Score Based on 148 reviews

In Cooking Witch you are a witch flying to a party in the woods, abducting the children and cooking and eating them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cooking Witch.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, atmosphere

84% User Score Based on 334 reviews

Immerse yourself in Andrew's story and feel the pressure of being a sniper. Find and eliminate the target in the crowd before he runs away.In living environments, designed exclusively for this fantastic game, you will not have a second chance, precision is everything! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Geometric Sniper.