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Looking for games like Banished? Here are top survival survival recommendations with a horror focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Kawaii Survivors, The Running Zombie or HOLLOW MOON.

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  1. KAWAII SURVIVORS is a bullet heaven roguelite that combines adorable pixel art visuals with intense cyberpunk horde survival action. Battle endless waves of corrupted AI enemies in a broken virtual reality simulation where cute meets deadly. Trapped in a glitched cyberpunk hellscape, hacker Lucy Chen must survive using cosplay weapons that manifest from her willpower and unstable code. If you lov… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kawaii Survivors.

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  2. The Running Zombie is a thrilling 2D survival game where you play as a zombie trying to escape a war-torn city under constant military bombardment. Your mission is to survive waves of bombs and rockets as you journey through various locations—from suburbs, mountains, muddy fields, and villages, to an alien spaceship. However, the zombie's return to the city ends tragically when a nuclear bomb fina… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Running Zombie.

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  3. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Enter the Hollow World — Awaken Your True Potential Hollow Moon is a fast-paced indie RPG that blends the stylish depth of Persona with the charm and expression of Paper Mario. About Step into the story of Jae, a young man whose life takes a strange turn when he discovers the Hollow World—a mysterious realm that manifests only at midnight. Awaken your hidden potential, uncover the truth behi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HOLLOW MOON.

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  4. Welcome to Mage McDuffy's Last Buffet! Quick Summary: Mage McDuffy's Last Buffet is a top-down shooter with random spell attacks depending on what your spell dice roll every few seconds. Eat more food to gain more dice. Imagine this like a simplified Vampire Survivors with constant random rotating attacks. Made for GMTK Jam 2022 "Roll of the Dice". Mild Violence Warning - Contains bones and lots o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mage McDuffy's Last Buffet.

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  5. Kill the Food Pyramid v0.0.1 Kill the Food Pyramid v0.0.1 – Enter a 2D pixel wave-based shooter where your sole mission is simple: destroy the Food Pyramid. You play as an orange robot navigating 5 fully playable levels—4 wave-based floors followed by a boss floor featuring the mighty King Bread. Survive relentless swarms of enemies, including breads, black breads, huge breads, pasta, spaghet… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KILL THE FOOD PYRAMID.

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  6. - Welcome to Adrenaline - - CONTROLS In this fast paced rogue-like arcade style game, you will control a character using WASD, the Arrow Keys, or even a Joystick. Hold down a direction, then release to launch your character across the map! - HOW TO PLAY Upon starting the game, you may notice a small timer above the play area.  Keep this in mind, because if the timer reaches zero, the roun… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adrenaline.

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  7. Defeat the forces of darkness and bring peace back to the kingdom of Valerond in this action-packed mini metroidvania. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Knight.

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  8. Symbiotic By Snowshino for the 2025 Pirate Software Game Jam Introduction Game Summary Pitch Symbiotic is an action horror survival game based on an alien planet with a strong statement, “You are what you eat”. You awaken in this alien world as you find yourself bound with this alien organism. It latches onto you and you must feed its hunger within. Survive and navigate while consuming res… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Symbiotic.

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  9. Plunge into a cryptic case where truth is swallowed by shadow and death. You are the investigator in a cursed town where esoteric powers, ghosts, and vengeful spirits seep into our world. Every decision could mean life or death. Hunt for clues, explore forbidden locations, and confront the soul-devouring horror before the darkness consumes you entirely. You are a detective summoned to a seclude… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Into the Woods.

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  10. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Animal Spirit: Awakening is an atmospheric pixel-art platformer where you play as an awakened spirit of nature empowered by the abilities of wild animals. As humanity destroys the world around it, you are the last hope to restore balance. This game is completely free. However, your feedback is invaluable! Please take a moment to RATE it honestly based on your experience.  Key Features: Sha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Animal Spirit: Awakening.

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  11. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Call of the Deep is a Survival Horror/ Comedy game where you look for a bunch of junk under the sea while getting attacked by monsters that range from harmless to the spawn of Satan. This is a release of a cancelled game, what's left of it. This demo (Labelled 2025) only contains 1 Level and the older demo (Labelled 2024) only has 3 levels and is also not reccomended to be played. I am releasing… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Call Of The Deep.

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  12. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    S.H.A.R.K. WARNING: Only an experienced player will be able to beat the three levels in this game. If you are not an experienced player, this game might be frustrating for you. It is designed to be a challenging experience and to push your skills to the limit. Do you think you can beat all three levels? We think otherwise ;) Dive into the depths of a new underwater world full of beauty and danger.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to S.H.A.R.K..

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  13. “Edgewalker” is a puzzle-platformer where you are tasked with surviving at the end of the world. Each step you take destroys whatever is left, one piece at a time – can you map the optimal path and make it to your destination? The game was a solo project made in one week for the “Games Jobs Live 2021” game jam. The Game Jam theme was "One Time Use" and, as such, the entire game map can only be "u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Edgewalker.

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  14. ABOUT THE GAME A short horror game about an incident deep in the mines. You take the role of a miner who has to find a way to escape from the caved-in mine while keeping his headlamp on, and supplying it with power. That's the only way to keep your sanity in all that darkness. Venture deeper into the mines and find a crate of explosives to blow the entrance open. But be careful, you are not alon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Strahov Mines.

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  15. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 30 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 9 reviews

    Enter the chilling world of Goosebumps in Goosebumps: Terror in Little Creek! Unravel eerie mysteries, confront sinister monsters, and navigate haunted locations inspired by R.L. Stine’s legendary books —all while experiencing the Goosebumps signature blend of spooky adventure and playful twists If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goosebumps: Terror in Little Creek.

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  16. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    81% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    Immersed in her nightmares, in a chaotic reality, confused and all alone. The only safe place is her room, but not forever... She wanders through an empty city and strange places while fleeing from creatures lurking in the darkness to find out what's going on. You are in the skin of Ana Lúcia. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Asleep: Ato 1.

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  17. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    94% User Score Based on 341 reviews

    There's a serial killer stalking your video store, and you just got called into work on your day off! Stock shelves, deal with customers and run for your life! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rewind Or Die.

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  18. Alone.  Lost.  Cursed. You wake near a quaint little town full of happy people living normal existences.  They are completely unaware that you are a tormented vampire, forced to feed on their lives or let your own end. Explore an infinite world full of yummy townsfolk, limited only by your constant hunger.  If people see you killing their friends, they'll panic and call for the guards, but each … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vampire Instinct.

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

    Overview "Work at Caleh's™" is a spine-chilling survival horror game developed by OfficialXnEd Games. Set in the shadowy corridors of Caleh's, a company with a dark and twisted past, players must navigate a nightmarish environment teeming with terrifying monsters. Combining atmospheric storytelling, strategic gameplay, and intense survival mechanics, "Work at Caleh's™" challenges players to uncove… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Work at Caleh's.

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  20. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    In ToWhere?, you play as a lone builder summoned to a remote mountain to investigate buzzing celestial beings. Angels now roam the skies—but those who reach them vanish. With only basic tools, you must design and rebuild your tower in real-time, stacking and modifying each section to outwit the terrain. Every structure is yours to tweak: reinforce weak points, improvise shortcuts, or risk reckless… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ToWhere?.

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  21. Prepare for a spine-chilling adventure as you step into the shoes of a daring live streamer in Viral Fear! Gather your friends and embark on an unforgettable 1 to 4 player co-op journey into the heart of an abandoned forest, shrouded in mystery and dark legends. Together, you'll plunge into a live stream event like no other, where the boundaries between reality and horror blur into a nightmare rea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Viral Fear.

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  22. Important: Some frequently asked questions by players What is your goal in each level? Move Alice to the yellow highlighted tile near the TV. When she steps on it, she will teleport through the TV to the next level and continue her escape. Why are there two tiles, a TV and a yellow one? You cannot reach the TV directly because of the swapping mechanic. That is why there is a yellow tile. It shows… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alice in Deadland.

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  23. Apocalypse of the UniverseGenre: 2D Platformer Adventure Story: In Apocalypse of the Universe, players take on the role of an elven hero on a perilous quest to save his homeland from a demonic invasion. Once a peaceful world bathed in the eternal glow of the moon, it is now torn apart by portals that unleash endless waves of demons. These gateways connect to dark realms and threaten to spread … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Apocalypse of the Universe.

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  24. "Into the Well" is a fast-paced survivor-like. Destroy enemies, upgrade your weapons, and last as long as possible! About the Game  Into the Well is a vertically scrolling endless survivor-like game where you control a mysterious robot, falling deeper into a monochrome abyss with no way back. You can’t stop falling. Your only option is to survive the descent by dodging, destroying, and adaptin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Into the Well.

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  25. Nightveil: The Final Quest is a horror adventure game where you are a lone traveler, stranded to a mysterious Nightveil Hotel, trying to learn it's mysteries while avoiding something that really doesn't want you to leave... Enjoy your stay. * Uncover story and hidden history of the hotel * Use dynamic light and shadows to your advantage * Experience the bone chilling ambient and music Movement… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nightveil: The Final Guest.

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  26. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Broken Links is a bite-sized love letter to 8-bit puzzle action, especially inspired by classic Zelda and the Adventures of Lolo games! A mysterious evil has taken over the idyllic lands of Nestropia, and the iconic hero dispatched to send it packing got all messed up in a temporal freeze spell, fracturing the timeline and requiring a major rescue operation. It’s up to you as Xenia the froggy par… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Broken Links.

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  27. Uncover the Mysteries of 'Foxfire Mine' in This Enthralling 2D Roguelike AdventureIn 'Foxfire Mine,' delve into a richly crafted world of strategic excavation and survival. As a cunning adventurer with fox-like senses, you navigate through a dynamic underground world, where every decision impacts your journey. The game combines thoughtful resource management, strategic digging, and adaptive gamepl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FoxFire Mine.

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  28. Welcome to Neo Junk CityWhere the neon lights never fade, and the city's underbelly thrives. Set in the dystopian 'Drowned City,' this immersive cyberpunk adventure puts a fresh spin on the point-and-click genre. You'll journey through a half-sunken metropolis as you investigate murders, race through dangerous streets, and shoot your way through hordes of robots, psychopaths, and cybernetic monste… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neo Junk City.

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  29. Hello everyone! This is the a project that I have worked during college with a few friends.  This was my HNC project. Our theme was to create a game that could pass a message to a young audience of how they can influence and change/save the world around them. We feel we have fulfilled that theme with our Recycle Mission game.  A game about picking up rubbish and depositing it in bens. As you play… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Recycle Mission.

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  30. Thank you for looking at my submission! This game was made for Godot Wild Jam #70 as a solo project with the theme "Folklore" This is my second game jam, and definitely an improvement on my last (this one is technically an actual game). Still, don't go in expecting much - this game is very bare-bones, short, and simple. HOW TO PLAY Your goal is to climb Blair Mountain before the smoke … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MOTHMAN - Flight of Blair Mountain.

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  31. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Delivery Berrie is a fast-paced 2D platformer where you play as a courier berry named Berrie. He has just gotten a huge supply of food (which is shown in a small crate) to feed Berrie's hometown for an entire year, and now must race against a 1 minute and 30 second clock to deliver it ALL the way to Berrie's hometown while dodging numerous traps and enemies and managing your time wisely to make it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Delivery Berrie.

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  32. The Game The game centers on protagonist Nicolas Grey, a freelance painter, as he searches for his missing wife in the mysterious town of Sinistri It all begins in the fall of 2017, after a series of strange nightmares and the receipt of a letter from his wife Stephanie, despite the fact that she vanished without a trace one year prior, which lead Nicolas into the abandoned town of Sinistria. As … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sinistria.

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  33. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    78% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    You’re home alone… but are you really alone? Step into the unsettling world of a teenager left to fend for themselves in a quiet suburban home. With your parents out of town, you expect a peaceful night, but what begins as mundane chores quickly spirals into a harrowing fight for survival. Key Features: Immersive Storytelling: Experience a suspenseful narrative that unfolds in real-time, keepi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stalked in Solitude.

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  34. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    100% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    Sophie is blind, alone, and lost in a crumbling mansion. Her only hope? You, her beloved teddy bear. In Out of Sight VR, you’ll see the world through Teddy’s eyes and guide Sophie, navigating a world of creeping shadows and haunting secrets. Flip the perspective and take control in a genre-defying second-person VR experience. This groundbreaking second-person VR horror flips the script on trad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out of Sight VR.

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  36. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    97% User Score Based on 260 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    It's the year 2001 and your friend has sent you a link to a game that someone posted online, but as you play you quickly realise that something is terribly wrong. There's a dark presence in this game, and it wants to get out. As you fight nightmarish monsters and solve mind-bending puzzles, the lines between the game and the real world will fade away. Will you survive the night? Whatever you do…… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Among Ashes.

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  37. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Telly the TV is a throwback action/adventure platformer with a 1-bit style. You'll explore six themed worlds while collecting Remote Control Keys in a scavenger hunt gone wild. Can you defeat the baddies of TV Kingdom and restore the airwaves? Enter six exciting and quirky worlds while bashing baddies and traversing terrible traps! Collect items to save each TV program, and face-off with the enem… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Telly the TV.

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  38. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    70% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    The Coma 2B: Catacomb Deluxe Edition contains: The Coma 2B: Catacomb The Coma 2B: Catacomb - The Child of Destiny Skin The Coma 2B: Catacomb - The Gamer Skin The Coma 2B: Catacomb - The Survivalist Skin The Coma 2B: Catacomb Artbook The Coma 2B: Catacomb Original Soundtrack If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Coma 2B: Catacomb.

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  39. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, music
    91% User Score Based on 96 reviews

    Be prepared for a first-person look on life through the eyes of a teenager, who is trying to escape from mighty Aztec god Xipe Totec. Get ready for a chaotic experience with horror and survival mechanics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death Relives.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    65% User Score Based on 99 reviews

    Amy Chambers, a young woman on her way to the Black Ridge Mountains to meet with her friends for a weekend of camping will soon find that the forest holds more than just a good time for her and her friends. The saw beckons and it must feed. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MEAT SAW.

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  41. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    92% User Score Based on 317 reviews

    Dreams in the Witch House is an open world horror adventure game, where you guide Walter Gilman, as he prepares to face the dreaded May-Eve witch ritual in the legend-haunted city of Arkham. Choose your own approach and reveal the secret of the Witch House before it's too late. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreams in the Witch House.

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  42. 29%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    30% User Score Based on 46 reviews

    Predator Simulator is an action arcade RPG packed with endless gameplay and new missions for every game session. On a quest to become a true Lion born, you get to save the planet by wiping out humanity from the face of the earth. Yeah.... didn't you always want to do that anyway? Now is your chance! Unlock the hidden uncharted territory outside the game world by becoming a true Lionborn, where you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Predator Simulator.

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  43. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability
    75% User Score Based on 788 reviews

    Super Grower is a fun game of agility and reflexes. In this game you must control a white square and grow the square to an immense size to eliminate all other objects on the level. By moving the square around the playing area and eat the smaller yellow tokens your square will grow big. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Grower.

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  44. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 634 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 3 reviews

    Microgames done spooky! Equal parts cute, creepy, and exciting, over 200 microgames across a dozen unique levels. A fast-paced adventure game with a twist. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SPOOKWARE.

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  45. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    59% User Score Based on 352 reviews
    Critic Score 48%Based on 28 reviews

    The Deer God is a breathtaking 3D pixel art adventure that will challenge your religion and your platforming skills. It's a game about survival, reincarnation, and karma; all set in a breathtaking and unique 3D pixelized world. Feast your eyes on the beautiful lighting, day and night system, and vast landscapes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Deer God.

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  47. Absolute Tenebra is a third-person survival horror focused on exploration, puzzle-solving, light-based mechanics, and stealth. The game is set in the decaying halls of the Wardheim Museum, a place where art, obsession, and the supernatural merged into something alive. You play as Eleanor, a mysterious woman with an unknown past, trapped in a labyrinth of forgotten halls and whispering shadows, whe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Absolute Tenebra.

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  48. For better experience, play in FULLSCREEN and with HEADSETS. Preface: In a world riddled with betrayal, snakes, and questionable gastrointestinal choices, one duck dares to reclaim honor, vengeance... and digestive dominance. You are Sir Quackamore - valiant knight, fearless leader of a thieving guild, and unfortunately blessed (or cursed) with a power most foul. When your trusted subordinate … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sir Quackamore.

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  49. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Inspired by the frenetic pace of Half-Minute Hero and the addictive replayability of The Binding of Isaac, The Rogue of Nexus throws you into procedurally generated dungeons filled with loot, traps and hordes of bizarre creatures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Rogue of Nexus.

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  50. Figureless is a story-driven Action-Adventure Survival Horror where time is your greatest enemy. When a desperate call pulls Colt back to the hometown he left behind, a crash at the town’s entrance traps him in something far worse than he imagined. The streets are not empty. They are watching.   Colt never planned to return home. After a sudden city-wide lockdown disrupts his new life at… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Figureless.

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