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Looking for games like Big Sword Hero? Here are top platformer recommendations with a fantasy, medieval and historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Unruly Heroes, Shell Out Showdown or Pampas & Selene: The Maze of Demons.

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  2. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    A hectic, food-fight, reverse battle royale set in the near future. Take on the role of a sapient vending machine and throw food to glory! Be the first vendor to give away all your items and remain empty handed for 10 seconds to win! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shell Out Showdown.

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  3. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    88% User Score Based on 214 reviews

    Pampas & Selene: The Maze of Demons takes everything you love about classic metroidvanias and brings them together with a cooperative, modern twist! Join Pampas and Selene as they collect powerful artifacts, overcome monsters, demons, and a vengeful evil with the help of the gods themselves! Experience the Retro 8-bit Adventure: Control both Pampas & Selene, swapping between them to conquer ch… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pampas & Selene: The Maze of Demons.

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  5. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    84% User Score Based on 50 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 2 reviews

    Jet Set Knights is an old-school arcade action platformer inspired by classics from the golden age such as Mario Bros, Snow Bros or newest Super Crate Box. If You love retro 2D platformers mixed with tower defense and RPG elements, Jet Set Knight is for You! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jet Set Knights.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    61% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    A game with one goal: Smash your opponent's head! Use the characters and their unique special moves to defeat your enemy and claim victory in an epic brawl! As mentioned in the introduction,... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blockhead 2D.

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  7. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    90% User Score Based on 173 reviews

    Abathor is a 2D arcade action platformer for up to 4 players. You are the last hope in defense of Atlantis, you’ll face hordes of enemies and countless challenges. Enjoy its pixel art and epic music. A cooperative and competitive game to achieve glory or death. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abathor.

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  9. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    95% User Score Based on 88 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 5 reviews

    Thy Sword is a hack n' slash platformer with procedural levels and roguelike elements. A world of Sword & Sorcery awaits! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thy Sword.

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  10. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Mystic Strife is a fast-paced chaotic party fighting game for up to eight friends. Choose one of six characters with unique abilities and prepare yourself for a simple yet surprisingly deep platforming deathmatch!Characters: Ranger: Equipped with a bow and three recoverable arrows. Wizard: Slings a torrent of fireballs and can cast a powerful long-range magic beam. Necromancer: Raises the dea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mystic Strife.

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  11. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    85% User Score Based on 6,901 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 4 reviews

    Two teams battle each other to take down the opposing sides turrets and base. There's multiple stages and some with hidden traps in the environment. Each team defends multiple lanes, and has to plan and coordinate properly to take down the other team. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Awesomenauts.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 358 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 5 reviews

    Griefhelm is an award winning tactical dueling game with stance-based combat. Skewer enemies, deflect blows, and control the engagement as you tactically overcome your opponents. Between life and death lies Griefhelm. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Griefhelm.

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  13. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    82% User Score Based on 55 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 1 reviews

    Blade Ballet is a whirling dance of multiplayer robot destruction. Each character possesses a unique personality and special abilities - use them to claim victory as you spin from one challenging arena to the next, battling for dominance in this action-packed fighting game. Blade Ballet is simple enough for anyone to pick up a controller and jump into the fray, but players must master the timing … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blade Ballet.

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  14. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    93% User Score Based on 808 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 18 reviews

    Killer Queen Black is an intense multiplayer action/strategy platformer for up to eight players. Fly solo, or team up with three of your friends as you race to complete one of three possible victory conditions. Killer Queen Black, a new take on the arcade esport Killer Queen, has been rebuilt from the ground up and optimized for console. The gameplay is immediately recognizable and familiar, yet … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Killer Queen Black.

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  15. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    95% User Score Based on 806 reviews

    The fastest platform fighter is back with online and a brand new single player adventure. Deflect bullets, fly through the air, and dash through your opponents’ blades with unique characters and special abilities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Samurai GUNN 2.

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  16. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 19,114 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 9 reviews

    Shovel Knight is a sweeping classic action adventure game with awesome gameplay, memorable characters, and an 8-bit retro aesthetic. It's a hot mashup of new and old! You play as the eponymous Shovel Knight, a small knight with a huge quest. Shovel Knight has come to this land with two goals: to defeat the evil Enchantress and quest for his lost beloved. He wields a Shovel Blade: a multipurpos… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shovel Knight.

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  17. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    88% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    Dynasty Feud is a competitive, team based, fast-paced 2D brawler for 2-4 players. Fight with 40 characters divided in 8 dynasties belonging to different historical civilizations and cultures composed by five members. One-hit-kill system, multiple fighting styles and Warden Spirits. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dynasty Feud.

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  18. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 1,044 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 4 reviews

    Fury Unleashed is a combo-driven roguelite action platformer - each kill you score increases your combo. Hit certain thresholds and your resistance and healing powers will kick in! It's a game... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fury Unleashed.

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  19. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    61% User Score Based on 117 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 16 reviews

    Embark on an epic, hand-animated, ‘ratoidvania’ adventure, where your crew has been turned into rats by a pirate witch! Explore a rich non-linear world, enjoy fun action platforming, face challenging bosses, and unlock unique abilities - either alone or in local co-op! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Curse of the Sea Rats.

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  20. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    73% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    KnightOut is a build and brawl game for 1 - 4 players. Play with or against your friends in a frantic battle. Build a castle and brawl with cannons, swords, and ballistas. Each game starts with both teams building a castle outfitted with cannons. Then, all hell breaks loose! Cannon balls fly, stone walls crumble, and your knight takes to the turf, slashing his sword. Once you’ve destroyed your opp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KnightOut.

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  21. Get ready for adrenaline-pumping gameplay in this competitive and cooperative experience that fits into one-minute rounds. Compete with up to four players online or locally, moving and firing Qi-Bullets to spread your Color-Qi to the greatest number of Qi-Cells. Join the Quadricolor Rangers and climb the ranks of the online championship to become an Ultra Sentai Color Ranger! Main features Mas… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to QUADRICOLOR: Ultra Sentai Color Ranger.

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  22. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 194 reviews

    You are PETER SHORTS! Grilling on a Saturday afternoon, Peter is ambushed and captured by a top-secret agency, who seek to use his DNA for cloning experiments. Can you help Peter (and his newly-cloned brethren) escape? EXPLORE the facility in this Metroidvania beat-em-up hybrid Find and K.O. rogue PETER CLONES, and let BUG take them to safety P2 can join as BUG, who can drop egg-bombs and c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You are Peter Shorts.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    96% User Score Based on 47 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Ninza is a multiplayer fighting game like no other! Instead of directly attacking your opponents, you crush them by pushing pieces of the level. Embrace chaos and dive into an entirely new level of frenzied and creative gameplay, where the environment itself becomes both your weapon and your ennemy. Each character has a unique moveset and abilities, guaranteeing unexpected outcomes and thrilling … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ninza.

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  24. 100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    100% User Score Based on 82 reviews

    Astro Duel 2 is a sci-fi combat game combining top-down space dog fights with up-close platforming action. Whether versus or co-op, battle through space and on foot at the same time! Strike within the fully-destructible arenas or just nuke ‘em from orbit. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astro Duel 2.

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    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:stability, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    95% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Blagmoz pits you and up to three friends head-to-head in spell-slinging combat where only the craftiest sorcerers come out on top. Master tight movement mechanics and use every resource available to claw your way to victory. Think Fast Under PressureShift the tides of battle by taking out the most powerful wizard and absorbing their essence at the Altar, or grab some potions that give access t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blagmoz.

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  27. 43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    41% User Score Based on 555 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    Hold onto your head with Headsnatchers, a stupidly hectic up-to-4-player local and online multiplayer party-game where you snatch your friends’ heads to come out victorious. Because, let’s face it, you’ll do anything to win. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Headsnatchers.

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  28. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 573 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 6 reviews

    A mech-themed 2D platformer. With action-packed shooting, highly polished animations, driving multiple unique awesome mechs to fly in the air, play your own style based on a fluent set of controls. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HARDCORE MECHA.

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  29. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    83% User Score Based on 15,333 reviews

    Awesomenauts is a MOBA fitted into the form of an accessible 3-on-3 action platformer. Head out to the online battlefields together with your friends as an online party or in local splitscreen! And best thing yet? It's completely free to play! Devise strategies as you upgrade and customize each character's skills to suit your playing style. Expect new items, features, DLC and Awesomenauts to be a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Awesomenauts - the 2D moba.

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  30. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    79% User Score Based on 807 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

    Return of the wurm! The next installment of the epic award-winning dueling tug-of-war is coming! Destroy your opponents with all new moves and weapons across ten different arenas. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nidhogg 2.

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  31. 27%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    23% User Score Based on 35 reviews
    Critic Score 29%Based on 3 reviews

    Bounty Battle is the indie fighting game -- a new multiplayer 2D fighting game, where you can square off as your favorite indie hero against other indie heroes from games like Guacamelee!, Darkest Dungeon, Dead Cells, and Psychonauts 2 among other awesome indies. The game features more than 30 character, each with their own companion Minion and unique abilities. It’s Super Smash Bros. meets indie … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bounty Battle.

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  32. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 363 reviews

    Indulge Lady Tallowmere and see how far through her lovingly violent dungeons you can delve in this 2D indie action roguelike-inspired platformer. New rooms are procedurally generated every time you play. How far can you make it? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tallowmere.

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  33. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    86% User Score Based on 268 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 6 reviews

    Knight Squad is an insane 1 to 8 players chaotic arena friendship destroyer. Take on current friends and future frenemies in any of the incredibly fun game modes, ranging from Last Man Standing to Medieval soccer. All of that using only weapons from the middle age… and laser guns… and miniguns If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knight Squad.

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  34. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews
    Critic Score 61%Based on 3 reviews

    Gravity Heroes gives you the ability to change gravity in a beautiful pixelated world. You can play the game alone challenging yourself to beat the best score, but you can also invite your friends and see who is the master of gravity. Play the game up to 4 players in any game mode. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravity Heroes.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 534 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 9 reviews

    Cobalt is mostly about playing as a cute robot with a passion for 2D battles packed with extreme slow-mo and combat rolls. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cobalt.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    90% User Score Based on 2,378 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 8 reviews

    Vagante is an action-packed platformer that features permanent death and procedurally generated levels. Play cooperatively with friends or adventure solo in this challenging roguelike-inspired game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vagante.

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  37. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 164 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 7 reviews

    Tiny Barbarian DX is an action-packed sword 'em up inspired by fantasy pulp fiction. Like those short stories, the game is split into four distinct episodes, each with a new setting, new enemies, and new music! Best of all, when you buy the game, you will get all other episodes as they become available! Episode 1 is available now, with more coming soon! What are you waiting for? It's Time to Get T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Barbarian DX.

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  38. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 3,629 reviews

    If you like total freedom in the way you conquer the enemy this is the ultimate war game for you. Build freeform constructions as a medieval Builder, fight in sword duels as a Knight or snipe with your bow as an Archer. King Arthur's Gold blends the cooperative aspects of Lost Vikings, mashes them with the full destructibility of Worms and the visual style and action of Metal Slug, brought to you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to King Arthur's Gold.

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  39. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    71% User Score Based on 51 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 4 reviews

    Die for Valhalla! is a beat 'em up with a paranormal twist. You are a Valkyrie, a ghostly witch, sent to help Vikings save their world. As a Valkyrie your job is to turn Vikings into heroes through battles and heroic deeds like rescuing other warriors. Your efforts are measured through the amount of Glory they gain and for that you are awarded with new abilities and bonuses. In this journey you wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Die for Valhalla!.

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    46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    45% User Score Based on 119 reviews
    Critic Score 55%Based on 1 reviews

    Ever had that itching desire to break out of hell and into the highest reaches of heaven? In Party of Sin, you take control of the Seven Deadly Sins in a coopetitive puzzle-platformer for 1-4 players. Master a large, dynamic team of anti-heroes -- the Seven Deadly Sins -- as you forge your destiny on a quest to troll humanity. Envy, Greed, Sloth, Pride, Wrath, Lust, Gluttony are all multi-dimensi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Party of Sin.

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  41. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 2,393 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

    Apotheon is a heroic action game set within the vibrant world of Ancient Greek Mythology. Ascend Mount Olympus, wrestle the divine powers from the Pantheon of Gods, and save mankind. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Apotheon.

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  42. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 720 reviews

    Megabyte Punch is a fighting/beat ‘em up game in which you build your own fighter!As you travel through different environments, you battle other creatures to get their parts. Parts have their own powers and bonuses, like gun arms for a shoot ability or powerful hips for a devastating pelvic thrust attack. Then, using the abilities of your customized fighter, you can compete in the tournament or ba… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Megabyte Punch.

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  43. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 1,768 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 9 reviews

    Welcome to Thugtown circa 1920, the height of Prohibition.Prepare yourself for a non-stop, action-packed, completely over-the-top, fast-paced, platform game. Set against the gangster heyday of the roaring twenties. Lose yourself in an exciting, elaborate tale of the underground and underworld. Experience friendship, betrayal, vengeance, and witness first hand the rise and fall of a criminal master… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guns, Gore & Cannoli.

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  44. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    94% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Explore the continent in search of Mitriom, ancient energy crystals to power the various improvements of your caravan (Skills, Bonus, Cannon on the caravan etc). Dynamically manage your resources to adapt your skills according to the situation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ruins Of Mitriom.

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  45. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    93% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Racing platformer with splitscreen multiplayer If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quest Of Graal.

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  46. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    A chaotic local platform fighter where even the worst player can win. In a world turned into a massive junkyard after humans disappeared, vermin have taken over. Rats, seagulls and other pests clash in an absurd monarchy for one thing only: to sit on the throne! Royal Vermin is a 2 to 4 player local fighting game inspired by the best platform fighters, featuring ranged combat, chargeable project… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Royal Vermin.

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  47. Death is not the end Hold on to your soul. Fight death by mashing the corresponding button, and buy yourselves a few extra moments. Every time you die, coming back is going to be much harder. Expect the unexpected Dont forget, the environment is not your friend. All of the levels are designed to make your life more...interesting. Depending on the map, you'll be dealing with new rules, traps and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EleMetals: Death Metal Death Match.

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  48. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    91% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Meme animals strike again!! Let the meme battle goes into NEXT LEVEL!! With varied stages, items and support up to 4 players local and online, “Fight of Animals: Arena” will bring you a brand new Brawler experience!! Let the fight begin!! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fight of Animals: Arena.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story
    66% User Score Based on 243 reviews

    - Battle Royale Brawl featuring 33 players - 12+ Characters with Unique Actions and Ultimates - Features a Solos Mode, which focuses on individual mechanics, and Trios Mode, which adds teamplay to the mix - High-quality cartoon rendered characters with a variety of costumes, animated Emotes, and cute Emojis The key to ASURAJANG's combat is mastering combos and counters, like in a fighting game… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASURAJANG.

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  50. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Engage in fast-paced local PvP matches while unearthing ancient relics and harnessing their power to conquer your rivals. Dodge deadly traps, utilize your grappling hook, activate mystical runes, and master each relic to defeat your opponents and reign victorious in this thrilling PvP platformer! Inspired by some of the best party games of all time, Grapplers: Relic Rivals offers accessible gamep… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grapplers: Relic Rivals.

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