Games like Black Hole - Brackeys Game Jam 2020.1

- - - - - STORY - - - - -  Moley Holey is a Mole who loves to dig a hole.  Today he is entering the randomly generated moon mines.  The Space Worms have come to dig giant holes creating an endlessly changing cave system.  It’s your job to collect the extremely valuable Worm Poop Crystals (WPC) for the friendly Dung Beetles.  Randomly discovered Drones can be found to help you fight off the angry S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moley Holey.

**NOTE**We HIGHLY recommend you to play the downloaded version of the game, since the Web version cannot load our beautiful Visual Effects. This project is brought to you by 3 young students who are interested in Game Development. This game was made for the Brackeys Game Jam 2020.1 (Theme: Holes). Check out the other guys' itch pages:https://itch.io/profile/equalsnullhttps://itch.io/profile/ilreve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Holey Space Adventure.

Starwing Alpha, establishing connection. Do you read me?Starwing Beta, connection established. Audio transmission is stable.Starwing Alpha, alright, then let’s finally get this gig started.Starwing Beta, *sigh* please just adhere to radio protocol. Twin Ship Shooter is an arcade style shoot-em-up with a twist: Take control of two vessels at once in this space-faring adventure. Use the ability to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twin Ship Shooter.

video trailer It's one of the most dangerous journeys you can make. Most spacers end up as asteroid dust or in an Imperial Gulag. But for those with the right skills, and just enough crazy, glory awaits! Strap in Captain and try your luck at making the KESSEL RUN! Notes on the game: This game will play in the browser(at least for me), but it stutters at times and can chug when loading new conten… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kessel Run.

Welcome to ALF: Frozen Chaos, my submission for the 2021.2 Brackey's Game Jam. This is a space shooter that controls very similarly to games like Xevious, but with a twist. In this game, you can freeze time itself! When you're in a pinch or facing a strong enemy, you can freeze them in place and fire away. Can you secure the other gems and claim victory? The way my game fits into the game jam's t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alf: Frozen Chaos.

Space Distortion is a survival game set in the far distant space where your ship encountered a supermassive blackhole due to a collision of two stars. You must drive your ship away from its gravitational pull. But, beware! As the black hole is growing, objects are being absorbed and will hinder your escape. Controls: A - Move LeftD - Move RightS - Activate Force Field About This game is my sub… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Distortion.

Welcome to the mysterious universe of The Rocket! Whilst small, it will eventually offer a lot of secrets to explore and will have a fully fledged out story with interesting people (or aliens) and satisfying speed. Right now, warp away to your heart's desire. Reach for the stars, but not too far! How To Play "D" to turn left "A" to turn right "W" to go forward Enjoy! :) Notes : Android… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reach For The Stars.

Crossfire II is an Retro / Arcade/ Top-Down Shooter, originally released in 2002 for Amiga and was our first commercial game. We still love it and decided to convert, update and release it on PC now. We hope, you also can still enjoy the game as we do. SINGLEPLAYER CAMPAIGN CFII offers three different game modes. The most important one is the story mode. In this story you play the role of Karsten… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CROSSFIRE II (AMIGA).

Made for Brackeys Game Jam # 3! The theme was : hOles Kill the enemies, but each enemy you kill, there is another black hole! It has multiple endings by the way :D Hope you enjoy! And please don't  forget to rate my game for the jam : https://itch.io/jam/brackeys-3/rate/570754 Good luck to all of the participants ;) P.S. :Don't forget to play it in full screen! And do not read the comments before … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KILL THEM ALL.

Play as a space garbage man kidnapped and trapped aboard a derelict space station in the universe’s garbage dump. Forced to collect materials in order to repair the space station to fly yourself to safety. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voxel Scavenger.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

74% User Score Based on 102 reviews

The Hurricane of the Varstray is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with a SF story: in the distant future, to defend the Earth against the invasion of mystery mechanical structures, 4 girls head to "the Varstray sector," far away from the Earth and considered as the villain. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hurricane of the Varstray: Collateral hazard.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

86% User Score Based on 100 reviews

Swarmrider Omega is an "endless runner"+"twin stick shooter" ARCADE mashup. Based on Swarmrider(2016), Omega is a darker and faster version, featuring the Saint from Ubermosh Vol.5. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SWARMRIDER OMEGA.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

74% User Score Based on 39 reviews

Rogue Rocks is a space rocks shoot-em-up with minimalist roguelite elements. Blast your way to the center of a procedurally generated galaxy before you get caught! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Rocks.

Thrilling aerial battles for up to 8 pilots in this local multiplayer action game. Choose a pilot, and let the battle begin. But wait! Your pilots are animals, and their biplanes are loaded with unusual weapons: flamethrowers, stinky fish, and more! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Baron: Fur Is Gonna Fly.

Cocoa was the last plush left on the shelf after the big blow-out sale. When the new stock of plushies begins to fill the displays, she finds herself having to fight to be at the very front of the display to increase her chances of finding a home after all this time. With all of the other plushies in the store also fighting for a better chance to find a home, can Cocoa navigate the toy store and f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cocoa's Plush Rush.

Toebean Attack! — A Cozy Cat-Themed Arcade Shooter Created by Teharra Rose Toebean Attack! is my very first game made in GameMaker, and it became a cute little arcade-style shooter starring a floating cosmic cat paw. Blast incoming yarn-balls from space, rack up the highest score you can, and try to keep your HP from hitting zero! This project was a huge learning experience for me — from … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toebean Attack!.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

Your spaceship may be busted, but that’s not stopping you! Travel through bizarre alien planets, each with its own dangers, weird creatures, and strange landscapes. Who knows what secrets (or trouble) you’ll find? Lost in space? Bring a buddy along! Play solo or with a friend in 2-player co-op and work together to solve challenges, escape enemies, and (hopefully) not get lost in space forever. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SPACESHEEP.

In the dark grimness of the far future, there is only war... The Terran Imperium, United Systems Republic, and the Ruinous Cults are stuck in a never-ending war as planets will evolve into different types - falling into ruin as dead worlds or rising to become ecumenopoli - and fleets and sent to conquer new worlds. You are only a small cog in the machine of whatever faction you choose to play as … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Only War.

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).

This is our entry in to the Brackey's 2025.2 Game Jam (https://itch.io/jam/brackeys-14). Keyboard/mouse required; relatively decent computer with a GPU is recommended.  Art/Character Design: Oleksandra Dreval (https://oleksadreval.com/)Programming/Game Design/Writing: Wes C. (https://wescc.dev) The Stupid Ridiculous Story Grumpy, our hero, is an indoor kitty and has never been outside. Why w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grumpy the Cat vs The Genius Rat Swarms!.

About Circle of Chaos is a fast paced rogue-like with a loopy twist. You see, instead of being able to move freely, you are now bound to be inside of a loop, constantly having to move to dodge bullets, enemies and the deathwall (super dramatic I know) Controls Shoot = Left mouse click or spaceDrag = Simply drag the player around the circle with the left mouse button.Toggle music = M Rarities … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Circle of Chaos.

This is a game made for the Shovel Jam 2025, based around color ramps. Programming, art, SFX: M1ntPhoen1x Song used: Dynamical by InvalidProject Palette used: Japanese Woodblock by Polyducks Engine used: MakeCode Arcade Please only read the rest of this if you've beaten the game or got stuck! (I guess) Controls [A] and [D] to move left and right [Space] to jump [Sh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ramp It Up.

Just Get Star Ted! This game is my entry for Shovel Jam 2025. The theme for this jam was "Just Get Started!", with the idea being to either make a game that involved just getting something started, or for the entrant to just getting started actually making a game. I decided instead to go the punny route and ended up here. In this game, you will play as a star named Ted, who is being pursued by … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Just Get Star Ted!.

GAME MUSIC SAFE TO LIVESTREAM Earth is gone. Bricks are to blame. As the last surviving pilot aboard the spaceship Brickoid, you are humanity’s final hope. Equipped with the strangest of weapons—your balls—you must face wave after wave of interstellar bricks and uncover the truth behind their origin. Gameplay Features Control four paddles at once around your ship for full 360° defense Batt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brickoid.

This is a game for the Beginners Circle Jam #3 jam This is the first game jam I took part in and it was really fun The game is about a little space man trying to kill off all the aliens and stay alive. But what he doesn't know is that they just keep coming there is no end... I hope you enjoy playing this game it was a blast to make.  It gets more harder as it goes and you get more better as it … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survive.

In this space adventure, you are up against your very own ship's AI who has gone rogue and is trying to sabotage you. It's a race against time where you have to balance repairing tasks, hacking the AI, and opening up new parts of the ship in hopes to make contact with the outside world... Devs BananaHammer33 MskedFiendWOW Controls WASD - Move around, climb ladders, fall through hatchesSpace - … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duct Tape & Despair.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

94% User Score Based on 16 reviews

Narcissus is an adrenaline-pumping, top down, action-horror game that puts you in the shoes of the last survivor on a doomed spaceship. The clock is ticking, and danger lurks around every corner If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Narcissus.

Shadow Code is a high-stakes sci-fi shmup where every shadow hides a secret, and every secret holds the key to survival. As the pilot of the Cipherwing, humanity’s last hope, you’ll navigate treacherous starfields shrouded in darkness, using your experimental Decoder to uncover hidden enemies, bypass deadly traps, and unlock the mysteries of a lost alien civilization. Will you decipher the Shadow … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Code.

Bring color to the world in this diverse, silly, and action packed twin-stick shooter! Take on the role of Buckethead and use your paint mini-gun, paintbrush, and color powers to protect your home from Admiral Chromeboy and his colorless minions. This 2D, twin-stick, wave-based action platformer is quick, silly, and arcade-y. It takes around 30 minutes to complete. We hope you enjoy the game! Sub… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Buckethead 2: The Saint of Paint.

Prepare to face the ultimate terror in RED, a fast-paced FPS where grotesque deities beyond comprehension have brought you to a desolate realm. Here time, space, and color have been stripped away—except for one. Red.. In a world void of hope, you must survive an onslaught of nightmarish beings and massive, eldritch bosses that only have kept you alive for one reason—to fight, to kill, and to die… … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RED.

Press SPACE for fullscreen in WEBGL version --- In 1840 a brave company called SpaceSex launched it's space program to habituate the cosmos. The first of the brave were called AstroNuts. Advancements in technology made space suits obsolete and soon enough everyone was enjoying the freedom of space, completely naked. And so humanity sought a new life, among the stars, where anything can happen. Can… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Orgy.

In this physics-based space shooter, you fight the great OBLITERATOR, using a gravity hook to launch asteroids at your foe. A cosmic barrage of physics and visuals inspired by real astronomical science, with a serene soundtrack of spacy sonics.  Contribution to BRACKEYS GAME JAM 2020.1 ("Holes") INSTRUCTIONS Collect three blue crystals, which will trigger the black hole to summon a minion, which w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OBLITERATOR.

//SYNOPSIS You're in control of , a GIANT Stellar Combat Mech and "once again" the last hope for mankind. The ExoBIT can move with such speed in space, that a human eye can't follow. The ExoBIT Mech AI established a symbiotic connection to your brain, to transmit the results of 20 x 20 real time BIT scanners around your position. Connect to your ExoBIT now! Unleash mighty attacks, develop your str… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ExoBIT.

Notice: Web build is outdated at the moment, it is the 1.1 version, it still plays fine but I made a few bug fixes in version 1.2. If the web build did not work for you, try using firefox. If all fails you can download the files and play locally. I highly suggest downloading the 1.2 version of the game as I fixed some annoying bugs. Controls: - press left and right to move in that direction, you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Falling Sky.

The Heist is a top-down 3d game where you play as a thief and his son trying to steal technology from a big corrupt tech company called Devison Corp. which uses highly advanced holographic defense systems and robots to attack you, while you hack into their delivery system and load what you steal to your ship. To do this you have several abilities: You have a blast pistol that can destroy a robot… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Heist.

Use your arsenal of bread-guns to feed hoards of ravenous ducks. If you take damage, you can eat your own bread gun to restore health. This hybrid cooking-minigame, first-person shooter features 3 unique guns, 3 hectic waves of enemies, and a boss fight with BIG DUCK. I hope you enjoy playing, and please remember to rate this game on its Jam submission page! ---------------------------------------… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hot Crossed Guns.

This is a game for the Beginners Circle Jam #3 jam This is the first game jam I took part in and it was really fun The game is about a little space man trying to kill off all the aliens and stay alive. But what he doesn't know is that they just keep coming there is no end... I hope you enjoy playing this game it was a blast to make.  It gets more harder as it goes and you get more better as it goe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survive.

Escape from Andromeda is an overhead 2D sci-fi spaceship looter shooter based in a procedurally generated galaxy. In Escape from Andromeda, every planet is a level, and every star is a part of your story. Mine, trade, battle, customize, and explore your way to the top in Escape from Andromeda. Mining Shoot asteroids and pick up their ores to use for repairing and refueling ships. Realistic… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape from Andromeda.

This is a very simple Zombie Shooter game. Hope you enjoy! Controls: WASD - move SPACE - shoot LEFT AND RIGHT ARROW KEYS - rotate Zombie Shooter Game v4.16.17 ** CHANGELOG ** - Minor Bug Fixes - Zombies Spawn Randomly Around Player Zombie Shooter Game v4.6.17 ** CHANGELOG ** - Added better randomization - Fixed OpenGL 4.5 Windows Black Textures Bug - Made movement better If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Shooter Game.

Phoenix Rising is a simple 2D shooter that follows the story of the Phoenix Squadron fights to save Earth from an Alien Invasion. Some of the features that I completely implemented on my own are:  Creative Changes: Wrote, created and implemented the entire narrative for the game. This includes the custom storyboards that the player will find after each level. Completely reskinned and developed ce… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phoenix Rising (2D Shooter).

BECOME AN ASTEROID MINER Loot the precious gems contained within the asteroids and use them to upgrade your spaceship from the most basic vessel into a steamrolling death machine! SINGLEPLAYER Stand your ground against waves of vicious alien ships. Fight through galaxies of increasing difficulty and ultimately challenge the boss alien. As your ship grows stronger from looting, for each lev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ROIDERS.

Dr. Feelbad Play as Doctor Feelbad and help humble people lose weight with these new experimental tecniques! HOW TO PLAY Just decrease the weight of your customers by making holes in their bodies... by shooting them. Each of them has an optimal weight they wish to reach, so try to get as close to that number as you can (once you are in a 20kg margin, you will earn cash, but not before!). B… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dr. Feelbad.

If the game doesn't load, try to disable third-party cookies. Also, we recommend you play the game in fullscreen mode. Story:  You just got yourself a brand new ship and now you have figured out how to get away with an insurance scam with no risk whatsoever: simply run out of fuel in enemy territory! Although you're smart enough to find loopholes in legal codes, unfortunately, you're not wise eno… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out of Order.

Welcome to Time Seek ! This platformer was made entirely from scratch in the Brackeys Game Jam 2020.2. Featuring :- Time Rewinding- Crisp pixel art- Fast paced gameplay- Responsive inputs- Guns & Explosions- Masterfully crafted level design - 9 handcrafted levels with secret collectibles- DEMONS TO KILL !- Unique graphics (you'll understand if you play the game ^_^ ) We hope you enjoy the game … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Time Seek.

STRONGER TOGETHER - The topic of the Brackeys Game Jam 2021.1 Our little team of three took part in a Brackeys Jam for the second time and together we created this cute little retro game within 7 days. We hope you enjoy it! PIXABOTS - Bits Unite!We sent our two robots, each equipped with different abilities, on a dangerous mission, because there is only one escape capsule left on the exploding s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PIXABOTS.

   No one knows for sure what lies behind the black doors of deep cosmos. Some say there are strange dimensions where reality is warped and the rules that hold space and time become more... accessible. Either way, you will know. Kill space bugs Insatiable creatures, dwellers of the unrandom zone. They know you are an anomaly and won't cease until they correct it. Take them all out every round. Def… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nice Dice Twice!!.

Yet another platformer is a platform game where you try to survive incoming platforms while not getting out of the screen. Controls: - arrow keys/AWD - Left Shift for dashing You can collect yellow circles for double jump, which is just a temporary "buff". You can see if you have still have it in your top-left corner of the screen. This is not an endless thing, there is ending, although please do … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yet another platformer.

NOTE: Game from game jam is not currently active. If you by any chance want to play the (inferior) original game, send me a message  and I will see what I can do. Submission for BTP Game Jam # 3 - My first ever game jam! Theme is "Less is more": It is a simple top down space shooter where you get more points for the enemy if it is killed when the wave timer is closer to 0! Time it correctly howeve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Time!.

TLDR It is a 2d top down shooter with the ability to rewind and have the actions you have taken previously to be replayed, and there is NO LIMIT on how long before you are forced to Rewind! About This Game was developed for Brackeys Jam 2020.2 with the theme: REWIND. 2 things came in to mind when I first heard the theme.  Special rewind ability, and Youtube Rewind. With 2020 being a very difficu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gaming Rewind 2020.

CONTROLLER IS REQUIRED. FULLSCREEN IS RECOMMENDED AS THE GAME WINDOW IS SOMETIMES CROPPED This game was made for Brackeys Game Jam 2021.1 with the theme "Stronger Together". My first thought for this theme was to make a game where you can combine your pieces into one stronger being. While I don't think I had the best implementation of the theme, this game was a great learning experience! This was … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twin Ship Survival.