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  1. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    About:  Your entire fleet was wiped out by a seemingly endless army of aliens. You are the only remaining ship, fighting against thousands of enemies. Can you defeat swarms of aliens to gain the upgrades you'll need to return home? There are currently 10 levels, including one endless, one boss fight, and a tutorial with many more on the way, 3 unique enemies, and 5 unlockable weapons. Earn coins … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astral Evolution.

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  2. About:  Your entire fleet was wiped out by a seemingly endless army of aliens. You are the only remaining ship, fighting against thousands of enemies. Can you defeat swarms of aliens to gain the upgrades you'll need to return home? There are currently 10 levels, including one endless, one boss fight, and a tutorial with many more on the way, 3 unique enemies, and 5 unlockable weapons. Earn coins … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astral Evolution.

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  3. About:  Your entire fleet was wiped out by a seemingly endless army of aliens. You are the only remaining ship, fighting against thousands of enemies. Can you defeat swarms of aliens to gain the upgrades you'll need to return home? There are currently 10 levels, including one endless, one boss fight, and a tutorial with many more on the way, 3 unique enemies, and 5 unlockable weapons. Earn coins … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astral Evolution.

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  4. About:  Your entire fleet was wiped out by a seemingly endless army of aliens. You are the only remaining ship, fighting against thousands of enemies. Can you defeat swarms of aliens to gain the upgrades you'll need to return home? There are currently 10 levels, including one endless, one boss fight, and a tutorial with many more on the way, 3 unique enemies, and 5 unlockable weapons. Earn coins … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astral Evolution.

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  5. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Your party awakens in the underground prison beneath THE NECROMANCER'S TOWER. In this unholy place, you cannot die, but cannot escape -- you're cursed to slowly rot into mindless undead thralls... Unless you can find a way to escape your prison, climb the tower, and destroy the Necromancer and his nefarious magic! Now includes asset pack for use in your own game dev projects! (Please credit me if… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Necromancer's Tower.

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  6. 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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  7. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    HELLCUBED is a Bullet Hell Arena FPS with a Survivors-style upgrade system made for the 2024 Bullet Hell Jam in 10 days. It placed 9th for Fun. You wear a hi-tech mech suit with a powerful projectile weapon and various abilities including boosted movement, flying, self repair and a shield. However everything except basic ground movement consumes Energy. Destroy the enemy machines to collect the E… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HELLCUBED.

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  8. Defensive Driver and Road Rager is an endless, tag-team highway racing game where two drivers test how far they can speed down an endless highway without totaling their cars or running out of time. Each driver has their own special ability they can use to make navigating through heavy traffic easier and more exciting while providing a health boost in the process. The driver in the front is contro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defensive Driver and Road Rager.

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  9. Bootyisland Welcome to the Bootyisland project page. I'm glad you found it. To spare you a waste of time: This is a preview and NOT a finished game. If you feel exploratory, read on and I hope you like it. If you have feedback on how to improve the game, I would be happy to hear about that. About the Project Bootyisland is a game that aims to combine the genres City Builder and Action RPG. It… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bootyisland.

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  10. **Please note that this game is not finished yet, so you may experience some issues and stuff. PLEASE provide feedback so that I can improve the game! Even if it’s already in the “Known Issues” section below, tell me about it so that I know how big of a problem it is! :)** CHECK OUT THE LATEST UPDATE CHANGELOGS HERE: https://anthono220.newgrounds.com/news - Keyboard Controls (for the 0.16.0 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gooter Classic.

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  11. Adam has kicked you out for your witchcraft. Start a new garden, master your magical abilities, and cultivate your conservatory for maximum efficiency. Can you build the legendary Raphael’s Lotus to win your way back to Adam’s garden. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mystic Garden.

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  12. HELI HERO Rescue the stranded hikers and get them back to base before your fuel runs out! This game runs in your browser, with touch screen controls for iPhone and keyboard controls for Desktop. iPhone Controls Desktop Controls Flight Controls: Up/Down Ascend/Descend Left/Right Coordinated Turn W/S Forward/Backward (Pitch) Shift+W Forward Lock A/D Slew (Rol… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heli Hero.

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  13. Swarm 16k is a Real-Time Strategy game for your Commodore 64. The game engine balances a good gameplay experience with pushing the limits of C64 to project and control over 200 units in real-time. You may find it useful to refer back to this manual as the game unfolds. There are plenty of game mechanics and key controls to get used to. Plot Each star in a galaxy is a sign of wonder, each grain of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swarm 16k.

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  14. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    88% User Score Based on 301 reviews

    Taste the feelings of vintage driving in this game with its wondeful graphics and its realistic physics engine. Cross the finish line at the top off the hill as fast as possible ! Make the best time to be the best ranked at the world leaderboards. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Classic Racers.

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  16. Enjoy mining, upgrades, and explosive growth in this all-directional scrolling shooter. Auto-upgrades allow idle play, with no time limits or game overs. Defaults work fine, story scenes can be skipped, 20 weapons unlock later, and levels can reach 900 million. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BreakDespair2D.

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  17. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    You are BIPBIPBOY! A little robot on a mission to defend the galaxy from a terrifying invasion of weirdly smiling, spinning, and... boxing, alien forces. Fight 8 waves of deadly enemies with your powerful projectiles! Defeat enemies who drop pickups that allow you to switch weapons, from a simple bullet, to a wide reaching spread shot, or to a direct and powerful laser beam. Can you reach the fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BipBipBoy.

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  18. In Air Patrol, you are a pilot of an elite fighter jet performing combat missions in the harshest corners of the planet and beyond. Your goal is simple: fly as far as possible, destroy enemy forces, and monitor your fuel level. But be careful—the speed increases, and the enemies show no mercy. 5 LOCATIONS Each mission takes you to a new environment (locations will be new with every flight):    … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Air Patrol.

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  19. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    Radar Rally Race around mazes collecting yellow flags and avoiding red cars. Early 1980's style arcade action based on Rally-X, Crush Roller and Pac-Man. 9 game modes 3 special modes (allowing mirrored maps)Create map packs to share with others (paid version only)Hall of fame and achievements Watch the launch video from the Gentlemen's Pixel Club: https://youtu.be/BoEB1YkQ97U Performance… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Radar Rally.

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  20. Space Shooter (PICO-8) My first PICO-8 game, created in the week leading up to the  Pioneer Valley Game Developers Pico Jam 2025! Experience a classic space delivery roguelike where you'll transport tech packages across dangerous sectors, earn credits, and upgrade your ship to survive increasingly hostile space. Features Mission-based gameplay loop: Accept delivery contracts, navigate hazards… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space 8 (PICO-8).

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  21. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Galactic Starfighter by thatlonelycrow An arcade space shooter game that brings players back to the classic days of retro gaming. With its GameBoy-style design, pixelated graphics, and an entirely synthesized soundtrack from beepbox.co, this exciting game is the perfect blend of nostalgia and modern gaming.Galactic Starfighter features a captivating linear plot that places you in th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Starfighter.

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  22. Bitorpito Classic is out of support! Play the sequel at https://veemo.uk/bitorpito-deluxe In Bitorpito, you are given a sequence, then you must repeat it. Simple, but as you go on, the game speeds up! It keeps going until the sequence lengths increases and the speed resets. A never ending cycle, fun and possible slightly addictive. With 4 game modes, this game will keep you engaged with you t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bitorpito.

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  23. 59%Game Brain Score
    59% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    UPDATE 3: Added a test version of the game that implements a stamina system (download only). More info in the devlog. UPDATE 2:  fixed a few bugs and tweaked a couple of things. UPDATE: I updated both versions of the game with a couple of tweaks and performance improvements.This is a very early prototype  In this game, you create the dungeon and explore it at the same time! Control the falling pie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 4-Block Dungeon (prototype).

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  24. Excuse the crudeness of everything, this is an old and rough prototype of an open-world detective game that was in development by Lee Williams (williamslee.com/ twitter.com/wiwyums) and myself in early 2017. Inspired by classic noir films, and the ~1 hour of time I spent playing L.A. Noire. Except for the character models and the heron model, which were designed, textured, and modeled by the tale… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Untitled Detective Game (2017 Prototype).

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  25. 30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    EGG RESCUEEgg Rescue, a love letter to Gradius made solo in 72 hours from scratch for Ludum Dare 46. Fly through space just like the in the classics as you face off against enemy fighters, weird movement patterns, turrets, at least one mini-boss, and endless frustration! Arrow keys or WASD to move, space to shoot. For convenience & accessibility, there's an option to use hold to shoot instead of p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Egg Rescue.

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  26. ## AdaVenture Game Description AdaVenture is a kid-friendly retro point & click game,  intended to be an extension of the original 2D Atari game named "Adventure", but with some artistic extrapolations.  Now runs on Windows  and Linux -- all distros. Set in ancient Persia, it begins outside the castle of the young King Xerxes, who inherited a magical golden chalice from his father, Darius the Grea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AdaVenture.

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  27. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

      == About the Game == Armored Arachnid is an arcade-like top-down shooter in which you must stand your ground against continuous waves of increasingly tough opponents. Assimilate the abilities of your defeated foes and conquer the Hive Mind with your own customizable loadout! After a brief period of peace, the notorious Hive Mind has resurfaced with a vengeance and launched an all-out attack on t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armored Arachnid.

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  28. A game that I made for Quantron. This was a failed Ludum Dare 53 entry, now finally finished. You can still visit the Ludum Dare page if you want to see the original version. Please read this post for why it took so long and is still broken. WARNING: This game is hard. And contains flashing screen effects. Press "F" on the title screen to toggle them. How to play Player 1 WASD = Move/Jump Space … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quantron's Game.

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  29. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Objectives: 1 - Collect enough coins to rebuild your home2 - Rescue your friends3 - Find the boss and beat them Come check out my 3D modeling and game development stream on Twitch if you want to watch me develop the full version of this game! Left Stick to Move Right Stick for Camera Control South (A on xbox) to Jump West (X on xbox) to Dive after a jump Press Start to toggle the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUPER CURDLE JUMP.

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  30. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    79% User Score Based on 126 reviews

    Design, build and manage your very own spacecraft. Explore unlimited amounts of randomly generated universes, travel through wormholes, do missions, survive cosmic events, collect and trade materials, win epic bossfights and many, many more things to do. The sky is the limit. Literally. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out Of Orbit.

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  31. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    68% User Score Based on 91 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 7 reviews

    A classic reawakens – Assault Suit Leynos is back and in high definition! Get ready for all-out robotic war as the fan-favourite Genesis classic is reworked with all new HD visuals for the ultimate alien-blasting experience! As Earth reels from the impact of the fourth world war and dwindling resources, an uneasy truce between nations sees mankind reach for the stars. Colonies are settled, resour… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Assault Suit Leynos.

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  32. Very Very early version of the game, I just want some people to give me some feedback on how to improve the existing features, so I can get some things a bit more polished before working on new things. Inputs are fairly simple, WASD to move, mouse to look around, Space to jump, C to crouch/slide, Left Shift to sprint, Left Click to shoot, R to reload, and Number Keys and Scroll Wheel to switch bet… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to (WIP) Untitled Parkour Shooter.

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  33. 马来西亚制。 Made in Malaysia. NOTE - When playing in browser (works on mobile browser too): 1. Use Chrome, mouse cursor jitters when using Firefox.  2. When in full screen mode, your mouse might become unresponsive. 3. Download and play locally for best experience. (WebGL version has issues) You must escape. You cannot fight. You have 4 days. Wish you good luck. ... ... ... If only l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ESCAPE - The Horror.

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  34. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Crashlanded on an alien planet, you have nothing but the power of scavenged spaceship wreckage to make it through an onslaught of extraterrestrial bugs - it's just a shame that all that cool tech keeps getting in the way. Will you remain blissfully ignorant of all the pointless information beamed straight into your visor, or will you perish by walking into a worm you couldn't see behind all the sm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SPACEPUNK.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    82% User Score Based on 447 reviews

    Gun Godz is a first person shooter about gun, gangster rap and the rich culture of Venus. Players try to escape the jail of a hotel, which is the only building on Venus and is owned by a record-label owner who happens to be the God of Guns. Featuring a fully Venusian soundtrack by Jukio 'KOZILEK' Kallio and a single English track with rap lyrics by Adam 'Doseone' Kidd. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GUN GODZ.

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  36. 44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    44% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    More than one million of enemy ships, which you have to destroy in order to save yourself and whole universe. Unlimited number of rounds of ammunition and a limited number of lives. Shuttles, spacecrafts, missiles and a lot of lasers. All this awaits you in one of the most dynamic games "Universe in Fire". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Universe in Fire.

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  37. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, atmosphere
    62% User Score Based on 154 reviews

    CDF Starfighter is an exciting, fun, and beautifully detailed VR space combat simulator immersing players into the experience of a star fighter pilot in the Colonial Defence Force Universe. Inspired by games such as Freespace, Wing Commander and Star Wars, CDF Starfighter focuses purely on space. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CDF Starfighter VR.

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  38. Ponpoko was originally created as an Arcade game by sigma enterprises. Now I am trying to give it a fresh new coat of paint by making a 3D recreation. Controls: WASD for basic movement Space bar to jump X to quit while in a game Ver 1.05 (March 7 2023)Can gain an extra life midlevel instead of only after a level Ver 1.04 (January 29 2023) The enter/return key is now used to leave the leaderboard … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ponpoko 3D.

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  39. 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].

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  40. 42%Game Brain Score
    42% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Gameplay: The Goal: Your goal is to keep trading items around until you get enough Yarn or Tennis Balls required to trade for the chocolate that you need.  New trading items are gradually introduced to the trading cycle, so it may take a while before any Yarn or Tennis Balls appear.   Instructions: To complete a trade, simply pick up items from your bag and drop them in the trader's paw. Items… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Trader 64.

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  41. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    72% User Score Based on 64 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 3 reviews

    Electro Ride is a Soviet Bloc Arcade Racer with neon lights. Become the fastest racer in Neon-alternative East Bloc from the Berlin Wall to Moscow. Neon lights, unique classic East Bloc cars, color-sensitive boosts strips, phisics, synthwave and beloved splitscreen. 100% adrenaline! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Electro Ride: The Neon Racing.

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  42. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 301 reviews

    Black Skylands: Origins shows you the ropes ahead of the main game release. Learn the basic mechanics and meet the main cast of characters of this open-world adventure! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Skylands: Origins.

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  43. (Downloadable file is at the bottom) (下载链接在页面的最底下) Hello world! It's WT here! You can call me "Representing my brain" because after all, I am a "body driver" who sits inside of the skull. 大家好,我是个人游戏开发者WT!或者你们喜欢的花叫我“颅内来客”,一个驾驶着躯体的大脑。 Since the around June of last year, I started to work on a dark story driven game called "The Backward". I have been working as a solo developer so far, and It's been… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Backward (Demo Scene).

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  44. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Won "Most Challenging Minigame" in the Gamemaker #Noticeme Jam. A solo project made in two weeks. Outrun the man on your prototype Turbocycle by day, then blast off into the stars on the Jetrunner to shoot down monsters by night! Turbo Jetrunner is a super fast-paced arcade game that combines old-school racing and on-rails shooting, in that order, with a trippy pseudo-3D visual style. The game t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Turbo Jetrunner.

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  45. Opalescence: A chromatic effect, commonly found in opal, in which colors reflected off an object depend on viewing angle  Opalescence is a colorful bullet-hell in which you collect points, fight enemies, and dodge to get a high score. Four Main Game Modes Though it can change in some missions, the goal of the game is usually quite simple; Collect Points, And Survive.  Points are the col… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Opalescence.

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  46. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    92% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Z-Exemplar is a side-scrolling shooter in the tradition of R-Type, Gradius, Nemesis and other classic arcade games from the past. Borrowing its aesthetic from the computers of yesteryear (specifically the Sinclair ZX Spectrum) Z-Exemplar combines bright, bold, 8-bit pixel art with frantic action and an epic mission to conquer a galaxy of almost 1000 planets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Z-Exemplar.

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  47. It's the apocalypse. The Damned have been damned and the Saved have been saved. But someone forgot about the cats! As the water levels rise time is running out for our furry feline friends. Will you be able to save them all? You are armed with a powerful hookshot, and some pretty awesome double jumps. If you want to challenge yourself press enter while playing to enter editor mode! Apocalypse Meo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Apocalypse Meow.

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  48. MAZE RUNNER DOG A 3D platformer game built with Godot 4.4 where you control a dog navigating through a challenging maze. Collect coins, avoid obstacles, and reach the goal flag to win! Game Overview MAZE RUNNER DOG is a 3D platformer game where players navigate a maze filled with obstacles, enemies, and co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maze Runner Dog.

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  49. 31%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    37% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    Embark on an epic adventure to Mars in Horizon Journey, an open-world survival game that blends colonization, terraforming, and exploration in both single-player and multiplayer co-op modes. You're tasked with the monumental challenge of making Mars a new home for humanity. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horizon Journey.

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  50. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere
    71% User Score Based on 295 reviews

    Backrooms: Extractions is a 1-6 player co-op horror game set in 2062. As a MEG operative, enter the Backrooms to locate and extract lost agents while evading lurking entities. Use advanced tools, solve tense puzzles, and survive eerie environments. Stay alert: every sound could be your last! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backrooms: Extractions.

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