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  1. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    65% User Score Based on 40 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

    In The Watchmaker, a puzzle-adventure game, players take on the role of Alexander. In his steampunk world of giant clock mechanisms, Alexander's routine involves repairing his precious clock tower every day and for years, this is the only life he has known. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Watchmaker.

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  2. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    60% User Score Based on 62 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 2 reviews

    Play as Miyamoto Musasho in this beautiful 2D platformer and travel through a 17th century fantasy Japan, from north to the island of Ganryu-jima where everything happened between Musashi and Kojiro. The game is inspired by the story of Takezo Musashi from the famous novel "The Stone And The Sword". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ganryu 2.

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  3. Snapback is the ultimate speedrunning puzzle platformer. It takes place in a dystopian world ruled by an authoritarian regime. You are a robotic citizen presented with the opportunity to fight against the oppressive system. A mysterious hacker gives you missions to rebel against the regime you live under. Each level presents a different challenge. Gameplay features a unique ability that allows you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Snapback.

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  5. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    67% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    Clockwork, set in the great mechanical city of Watchtower, is a story about unlikely friends coming together to try to fix an imperfect world. The city’s mysterious past is questioned when Atto’s trusty pocket watch suddenly wakes up and introduces itself as Milli. Renewed with a sense of purpose, Atto and Milli must explore the city, control time and confront terrifying bosses, before it’s too la… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Clockwork.

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  6. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, humor
    65% User Score Based on 119 reviews

    A 2.5D action-packed side-scrolling game, takes players on a thrilling sci-fi adventure! Take control of combat specialist Ares, or the new playable character, Tarus, to battle deadly machines with a variety of powerful weapons and armor. Your goal: Save Minos Space Station’s survivors and uncover the nefarious Zytron’s extinction agenda! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A.R.E.S. Extinction Agenda EX.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    44% User Score Based on 266 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 4 reviews

    Ancient Space is a story driven single player real time strategy game where you take command of a fleet embarking on a scientific mission to chart undiscovered reaches of space called ‘The Black Zone,’ Overcome overwhelming odds and fight for your life, your faith and the survival of your ship and its crew. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ancient Space.

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    54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    65% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    Avenge a crumbling world in this varied platformer. Jump, fight, climb, and fly through worlds full of hazards and puzzles. Discover hidden treasures and develop new skills and devastating attacks to aid in your fight against the hordes of evil. Will you succeed and restore order to the world? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Everblade.

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  9. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    71% User Score Based on 28 reviews
    Critic Score 43%Based on 4 reviews

    Join the forces of the Ato as they set off on a journey across the universe to save their planet from a slow death. Find out how far one species is willing to go to save itself in this gorgeous hand drawn action adventure from Bonfire Entertainment. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Original Journey.

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  10. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 650 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    A metroidvania-style action-adventure game following a young girl’s quest into the unknown to find her missing father. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Song of the Deep.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Humans invaded a massive galactic ship and nearly wiped out an ancient arachnid species. But one hatchling survived... Now you are the last hope of your kind. Explore the abandoned sections of the colossal spacecraft, hunt space insects and invaders, consume your prey, and evolve from a helpless creature into a deadly predator. Each level takes you to a new part of the ship, featuring unique en… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Omni Growth.

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    41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    An idle defense game at the bottom of your screen. Build your squad, upgrade your base, and hold the line against relentless alien waves while you work or browse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bottom Squad.

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  13. 55%Game Brain Score
    55% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    A fast-paced 2d action platformer that is all about dashing, all about blasting and all about improving. Utilize the given abilities to you to its full potential, and look epic while doing it. Welcome to Iteranil, a world buried with an insurmountable number of mysteries and an ever-shifting society's struggle with co-existence.Play through the lens of multiple characters as you plow through en… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Faction Reticent.

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  14. Sonic The Hedgehog Arcadia is a game being made by me, and that's right, it's a 8-bit styled game, specifcally the Master System/Game Gear. (i took inspiration from Sonic Moon if you know that game, really well made btw) It stars Sonic, Tails, and Modern Sonic as the main playable characters for now, and they each have their own unique movesets.  Story This game takes place after Sonic 3. A coup… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sonic The Hedgehog Arcadia (GAME IS BEING REWORKED).

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  15. SUPER SMASH BROCANTE    :.:.:.:.:.: Pitch :.:.:.:.:.: Are you ready to step into a world where antique treasures clash in epic battles? Introducing "Super Smash Brocante," the ultimate versus fighting game that brings together a unique cast of characters from different eras, cultures, and historical backgrounds for an unforgettable gaming experience! :.:.:.:.:.: Game Overview :.:.:.:.:.: Super Sma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Smash Brocante.

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  16. In Magic and Legend: Time Knights, players will follow the tale of the titular heroes as they travel through time to fight off malevolent invaders. Both Magic and Legend feature their own unique set of abilities, letting players experiment with the right tactics and get a feel of the playstyle that suits them best. Of course, in case they can't make up their minds (because both are equally fun to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magic & Legend: Time Knights.

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

    Nords and Fjords is a short "runner" roguelite where you are traveling down a very long Fjord to reach the mystery that awaits at the end. Recruit lost Nords while on your journey who will help you reach the end.  They all have special abilities that can come in handy in defeating the various obstacles in your way. Can you reach the end of the fabled Fjord? NOTICE: If you have performance issues,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nords and Fjords.

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  18. GET ON STEAMhttps://store.steampowered.com/app/2745370/Droplette Droplette is a cozy puzzle platformer where a spirited girl named Droplette learns and uses element-based abilities on the environment around her to rescue the droplet boy, Driplet! Shoot versatile projectiles and transform through obstacles in this watery world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Droplette.

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  19. Watch the Chrono Crusader trailer here:  Description Chrono Crusader is a fast-paced platformer game that is punishing in nature, and combines the classic elements of platformers such as Jump King with the satcheling mechanics of Valorant. You, the hero, are tasked with navigating your way up a building to defuse the bomb set at the top. Too slow, and the building falls, bringing you down with it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chrono Crusader.

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  20. Step into a 90s-inspired exploration RPG, raiding deadly dungeons, caves, and temples for gear and treasure on a vibrant, hand-crafted island. Defeat formidable enemies in strategic third-person combat, discover ancient legendary relics, save the island from imminent danger and customize your hero. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secrets of Temple Isle.

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  21. In Magic and Legend: Time Knights, players will follow the tale of the titular heroes as they travel through time to fight off malevolent invaders. Both Magic and Legend feature their own unique set of abilities, letting players experiment with the right tactics and get a feel of the playstyle that suits them best. Of course, in case they can’t make up their minds (because both are equally fun to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magic and Legend: Time Knights.

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  22. 27%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, humor
    45% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Do you have what it takes to solve more than 100 challenging puzzles in the first virtual reality show while being 'advised' by our witty narrator to entertain the audience? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CoLab.

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  23. The player controls an alchemist who has been summoned to defeat an evil warlock. The game is set inside the warlock's castle, with the game's primary objective being finding four pieces of a magic scroll. This allows the alchemist to use the "Spell of Destruction" to defeat the warlock. The alchemist can transform into a golden eagle, requiring the use of spell energy. Transforming between the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alchemist.

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  24. STAR-BOX – RPG Adventures in Space!Strap on your gravity boots, power up your laser, and climb aboard your spaceship for a retro-styled, RPG-jaunt into the unknown! Travel around an open-world, sandbox universe where you are the architect of your own story. Fly around an infinite universe exploring alien worlds, abandoned cities, overrun space-stations, derelict ships, and parallel dimensions with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star-Box.

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  25. "7DAYS HEROES" A pixel-art 2D action game in which four characters fight zombies. Operate a formation of 4 characters Capture the stage while changing the leading character and separating. Let's aim for the goal together! Basic 2D gun shooting Operate mainly on the main character who handles guns. Challenge stages like 2D platformers and fixed-screen shooters! Different skills and w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 7DAYS HEROES.

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  26. The world is depending on you, Ninja! Powerful machines have traveled through time to destroy all of humanity! Equipped with your bo staff, your javelin, and your wits, you must take the machines head on, utilizing any and all futuristic technology you can find along the way. Key Features: Unique Challenges - Ninjas Against the Machines uses a unique challenge system for permanent upgrades li… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ninjas Against the Machines.

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

    Agent Chaser - Game Time v1.0 - Release Notes 08/31/21 You are Agent Chaser of the Organization of Good Agents (OGA) working under the direct supervision of the Supreme Authority Regional Agent (SARA). Local intelligence has confirmed reports of strange power surges coming from beneath the mansion of the vile Dr. Kopp E. Wright. Your mission is to investigate these phenomenon and put a stop to wha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Agent Chaser - Game Time!.

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  28. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Drawn Down Abyss is a roguelite platformer card game that takes a unique action oriented approach. Travel down The Abyss, build a deck of cards for abilities, and defend yourself from the local wildlife on your way. Features: Action packed combat based on the effects of cards. Tons of cards and strategies. Lots of unique of enemies that you must defend yourself from. 3 d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drawn Down Abyss.

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  29. Just a small demo I made for some friends. Might aswell share it.This was made in two days. It works, but... well...Good luck with the final boss!Wishlist Legend of the Wargod on Steam! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legend of the Wargod.

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  30. Plunged into a forgotten world overrun with chaosYou must make this world your own by using it's resources to return balance to it's inhabitants. Over time, collect stronger weapons and armour by fighting off enemies and looting chests, while also shaping the world to your need using pickaxes and axes. Once you are ready, summon and defeat the many bosses of darkness and light to restore order to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pickscover 2.

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  31. SANGUINE INK: THE UNFINISHED MANUSCRIPT A Descent Into The Margins You are the last sentence. A fragment of crimson ink trapped within a manuscript that refuses to end. The author abandoned this work long ago, but the story persists—looping, repeating, consuming itself from within. Every chapter you escape brings you closer to the truth: this book was never meant to be finished. And the th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sanguine Ink: The Unfinished Manuscript.

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  32. 46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    "Super Hyperactive Ninja is a remake (even could be considered a reboot) of the 2010 Android game Hyperactive Ninja, adapted for non-touch controls and with lots of new mechanics. The evil Shôgun has stolen all the coffee from the secret village of Kohinomura. You will play as Kohimaru, one of the Coffee-Nin, to defeat the Shôgun's army of evil ninjas, monks and even supernatural beings like onis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Hyperactive Ninja.

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  33. 100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 144 reviews

    Sneak away from your boring family vacation and delve into ANCIENT RUINS! Borrow equipment from dead explorers and uncover the secrets of a lost civilization as you leave your parents worried sick. WARNING: The Ruby Chest may contain traces of an ancient curse (and gluten). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Raider Kid and the Ruby Chest.

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  34. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability
    77% User Score Based on 260 reviews

    An incremental archery game filled with tons of content. Unlock new mechanics while clearing waves of target-like monsters. Massive Skill Tree: No wasted points, just real upgrades that feel good to unlock. Jobs System: Unlock 5 Archer jobs and become the most powerful archer in Zad. Loot: Each target enemy drops unique rare loot that significantly improves your character. Skills: Acqui… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zad Archery.

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  35. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    84% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    Set your own pace :Play as Maestro, a conductor and his traveling troupe who must perform in a mysterious mansion. Explore these places filled with melodious rhythms in search of your musicians who have been captured by the mansion's owner, MONSTRO. Prepare to battle various ghostly monsters that inhabit these grounds and unravel the curse that hangs over this mansion. Monstro Maestro is a 2D ac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monstro Maestro.

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  36. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    96% User Score Based on 84 reviews

    Return to Dark Castle revives the legendary Macintosh series that defined precision platforming and comic peril. This definitive edition includes the complete Dark Castle (1986) and Beyond Dark Castle (1987) adventures — rebuilt with color visuals, remastered audio, original music and refined controls — plus 50 all-new rooms created exclusively for this release. Step into the boots of a new hero… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Return to Dark Castle.

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    51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    80% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Mask of Soul is a 2D metroidvania action-adventure in which Cheong-oh Chasa, a gatekeeper of the Underworld, pursues escaped spirits amid the chaos of the collapsing boundary between the Underworld and the Living World and restores the balance of the world. Explore twisted regions and awakened demons beneath the Red Moon, and experience precise parry combat, unique skills based on mask switching, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mask of Soul.

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  38. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    89% User Score Based on 605 reviews

    Luna Abyss is a single player story driven action-adventure with fluid platforming and bullet hell combat. Follow the journey of Fawkes, a prisoner of Luna caught between a cryptic prophecy and their prison sentence. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luna Abyss.

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  39. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    98% User Score Based on 106 reviews

    Roadmap About the GameVolkolak: The Will of Gods is a 2D Soulslike Metroidvania in a dark Slavic fantasy setting. The action takes place in the Far-away State, a vast, rich world of medieval times for exploration. After the ominous curse of the necromancer Koschei the Immortal, its inhabitants go mad and turn into evil. The protagonist will have to fight his minions using a deep combat syste… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Volkolak: The Will of Gods.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Gravethorn is a 2D platformer that combines soulslike and metroidvania elements with deep storytelling. The story follows an Inquisitor who has lost his memory, searching for his forgotten past along with his regrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravethorn.

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  41. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 37 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 5 reviews

    The Perfect Pencil is a surreal action platformer which tells the tale of personal development and the psychology of fear. Join protagonist John as he awakens in a bizarre hand-drawn kingdom and comes face-to-face with the terrors that dwell in the last place he'd have thought to look... Embark on an emotional odyssey exploring the depths of an unfamiliar environment using protagonist John's … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Perfect Pencil.

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  42. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    87% User Score Based on 469 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 26 reviews

    Super Meat Boy 3D is a tough as nails platformer where you play as an animated cube of meat who's trying to save his girlfriend (who happens to be made of bandages) from an evil fetus in a jar wearing a tux – IN 3D! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Meat Boy 3D.

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  43. 22%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    36% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    This is an action game focused on combat, where a girl returns from the abyss to explore her own secrets and redemption, until the end of an eternal battle to see if she can break free from the shackles of fate. Challenge enemies with different combat styles, proficiently use your abilities, enhance attributes, match runes, and defeat enemies. The selection of artifacts is crucial, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moonlight Traveler.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    99% User Score Based on 215 reviews

    Burggeist is a real-time action strategy that features the use of height differences and the terrains as part of your tactics. Move around the field, quickly analyze the situation, choose the effective move to create and defend your Tower.STORY Years have passed since Lucile had become motionless. Her husband Ignace, a mathematician from Galacia, was in search of the cure but still completely in t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BURGGEIST.

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  45. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    78% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    Explore a vast, colorful world in this 2D hand-drawn Metroidvania set during the Age of Discoveries. Grab your halberd and become a hero amid the storm! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Plus Ultra: Legado.

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  46. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    89% User Score Based on 111 reviews

    Travel through time and help Mai and her Grandfather uncover the mysteries of the world after the Last Great War. Explore the connections between ancient eras and dystopian futures in an adventure that blends thrilling combat with precision platforming. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mai: Child of Ages.

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  47. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 145 reviews

     ▼Summary Set in a hand-drawn world, this 2.5D action RPG blends metroidvania exploration, RPG elements, and a sprawling overworld map. With dungeon hubs, narrative depth, and level-up mechanics, it offers freedom and classic adventure in a richly crafted fantasy setting.  ▼Story The land of Speria is shrouded in darkness, with monsters ravaging villages. Survivors gather at Crescent Isle’s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twilight Monk.

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  48. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, character development
    64% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Two heroines. A world ruled by dinosaurs.Time has fractured. Across a forgotten archipelago, untamed lands, ancient ruins, and creatures from another age now coexist beneath the rule of dinosaurs. Tawa: Lost in Time is a stylized adventure blending exploration, platforming, action, stealth, and discovery. Follow Naya, a young anthropomorphic fox determined to choose her own path, and Tawa, a smal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tawa : Lost in Time.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    90% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    TinyShot is a 2D arcade shooting game where you play as this little creature who signed a deal with the devil to get him his lost horn and earn love and fame in return. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TinyShot.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    69% User Score Based on 67 reviews

    Roadmap About the Game Unleash your inner ass-kicking menace in this unique “First-Person Booter”. Step into the boot of Glum, the crude, short-tempered goblin, and kick, cuss and fight your way through a vibrant and physics-based world that - unlike your average Sunday morning cartoon - is not suited for sticky children. GLUM is a game where one man’s tragedy is another man’s comedy.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GLUM.

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