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Looking for games like Cardboard Gladiators? Here are top management recommendations with a fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Castle of Smash, Grid Warriors: Battles or Heroes Hooray Survivors.

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  1. BUILD YOUR DECK. HOLD THE LANES. SURVIVE THE CLIMB. Castle of Smash is a single-player roguelike deckbuilder where every card becomes an order on a real-time battlefield. Choose a commander, assemble a deck of units and abilities, and defend your castle across five contested lanes. Deploy fighters, establish mana sources, unleash powerful skills, and reinforce your army before the enemy overwhel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle of Smash.

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  2. Forge, Optimize, and Conquer in This Strategic Roguelike Auto-Battler!Manage the shared inventory of your party of adventurers and guide them through a perilous journey across a shifting map filled with shops, forges, and dangerous enemies. Your entire team shares a 9×9 inventory grid, where careful placement of gear is crucial—not just for space, but to activate the powerful grid bonuses provided… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grid Warriors: Battles.

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  3. Heroes Hooray Survivors is a fast-paced auto-shooter where you create a party of three heroes and try to survive 15 minute runs. Unlock new heroes and game modes, slay enemies and gain souls which can be used to make heroes stronger, improve party stats or gain new levels of abilities and thus make each run a bit more easier. Each hero can have only three skills per run - so choose your abiliti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heroes Hooray Survivors.

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  4. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    87% User Score Based on 2,451 reviews

    He is coming is a rougelike autobattler where you have to collect and combine powerful items in order to defeat the demon king and his minions. Upgrade your weapon, discover hidden treasures and survive, because whether you're prepared or not, He is coming! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to He is Coming.

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  5. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 158 reviews

    Stash: A Card Looter is a roguelite autobattler with asynchronous multiplayer, where players draft from a loot pile of randomized cards to build unique strategies. Inspired by ARPG-style loot, cards appear in endless variations, including uniques, legendaries, and even set items. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stash: A Card Looter.

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  6. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    76% User Score Based on 136 reviews

    In Dragon Eclipse, you collect magical Mystlings—unique creatures that enhance your deck and join you in battle. Build your team of three Mystlings with distinct stats, abilities, and special cards. Remember that your beasts grow and evolve as you play, so understanding their nature is the key to victory! Combine auto-battler mechanics with deck-building strategy for endless creative possibili… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Eclipse.

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  7. Praktikos is a tactical roguelite card game where every position matters. The King of the Underworld has abandoned the Throne. Without a ruler, the Deadly Sins who live in the depths begin a fight for control of the realm. But in the Underworld, wars are not won by brute force alone. To claim the Throne, each sin must win Praktikos: an ancient game of cards, strategy, and board formations. In d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Praktikos.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    82% User Score Based on 73 reviews

    Doomfields is an autobattler roguelite focused on team composition, various upgrades and loot. Your goal is to build a team that will reach Doomfields and beyond. After entering a room on the map, you (usually) fight. After starting combat, you can admire as your team defeats the enemies. At the beginning, you choose one of three archetypes: Fighter, Rogue and Mystic. At level 10 every arche… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Doomfields.

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  9. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    83% User Score Based on 70 reviews

    An open world, role-playing tactical card game from developers Vilein. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tetra Tactics.

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  10. Adventurer’s Conquest is a tactical card game focused on board control, strategic positioning, and progression through a Guild ranking system. Great adventurer… we have been expecting your arrival. The Guild is always in need of skilled individuals willing to accept dangerous contracts and prove their worth. There are missions waiting to be completed, rivals and creatures to be defeated, and rewa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adventurer's Conquest.

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  11. 'John Of All Trades' is a casual comedy card game originally for MonoGameJam5. Made for screens with 1920 x 1080 resolution, Sorry we didn't get time to fix it  :(  FullScreen [f11]Mute  [M]Volume [+ / -]Draw [D]Deck Mode [S]Card Select [1 - 5] GoalDefeat the John master in 5 gamesAt the start of a run, you will draft 10 random cards and be given 10 basic cards known as memories.If you win a game,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to John Of All Trades.

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  12. COLLECT LIFE FROM EARTH'S REAL PASTEpochlings is a creature collector about building a permanent collection across Earth's natural history. Travel through 11 ancient eras, discover creatures inspired by organisms that actually lived on our planet, capture them before their time passes, and preserve them beyond extinction. Build your roster, strengthen your Epochlings, fuse lifeforms separated by… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Epochlings.

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  13. Simple Roguelike Deckbuilder inspired by other genre games designed for faster runs Core Gameplay Classic approach based on Artefact system and upgrading cards Combination of Active and Passive Artefacts to get out of various situations Wheel of Fortune System Spin for Gold, HP or Random Artefact you own Most rewards are positive with exception of Curses No option to decline won Cards an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cave Crusade.

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  14. Short DescriptionA turn-based deckbuilding roguelike where the rules of the world become increasingly distorted as Chaos deepens. Journey through a world inspired by Korean folklore and traditional culture, build your deck with the distinct combat styles of the Hwarang, Namsadang, and Shaman, collect relics and talismans, and uncover the secrets of an ever-changing world. About This GameFace the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Record of Chaos - Korean Chapter.

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  16. 43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization
    67% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Manage an army of Viking dwarves and lead them to victory! Give them new weapons and armor, choose a village to raid, and watch them destroy everything, get stronger and do it all over again! How far can you go? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Raiders Of Valhalla.

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  17. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Join the Discord About the Game Stratum Descent is a micro rogue-lite deck builder that combines strategic card crafting with perilous hex exploration. You wield a unique set of cards, each customizable not only in terms of its effects but also its cost to play. The rarity of a card determines the extent of customization available, empowering you to forge a truly formidable deck. Embark on a t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stratum Descent.

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  18. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    71% User Score Based on 298 reviews

    "Tavern of Gods" is a roguelite auto battle game. Players collect heroes, skills, followers, and equipment to form various builds to fight with random monsters. Every expedition can get new items, and then you can experience more different builds next time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tavern of Gods.

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  19. BOOT THE CARTRIDGE. CHOOSE YOUR PARTNER. DO NOT EJECT.Do Not Eject is a retro handheld-inspired bullet heaven roguelite where corrupted game cartridges have trapped living digital creatures inside. Choose your partner, insert a cartridge, and fight through waves of corrupted programs as your attacks evolve from a handful of projectiles into ridiculous combinations of ricochets, orbiting weapons, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Do Not Eject.

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  20. Build Heroes. Leave Legacies.Guild Idle is a hero management and incremental RPG where every hero becomes part of your guild's story. Recruit heroes, experiment with powerful builds, and guide them through dangerous dungeons in search of experience, loot, and glory. As your heroes grow stronger, you'll decide how to specialize them through subclasses, skill trees, legacies and equipment—creating … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guild Idle.

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  21. Taktari is a roguelike auto-battler deck builder built around scaling strategy, build freedom, and endless replayability. Assemble your deck, power up your fighters, and battle through increasingly difficult enemies in a run-based experience where no two attempts play the same way. Each card in your deck represents a fighter and contributes to your team’s strength in battle. As you progress, you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Taktari.

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  22. Ludaro is a Roguelike Deck-building dice game with a unique twist on Ludo! Plan your moves, manipulate dice rolls, and unleash powerful Spirit Cards to beat the score. Upgrade tiles, collect quirky pets and stack wild combos as you battle in epic boss fights with game-changing modifiers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ludaro.

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  23. Three Kingdoms Club Manager Three Kingdoms Club Manager is a tactical roguelike with grid-based battles. You play as a Three Kingdoms commander, recruiting famous generals, building formations, and freely combining gear and skills to create endless tactical combinations on random battlefields. Core Gameplay Turn-based grid battles: Position wins the day; synergy and counters matter. Hero collectio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Three Kingdoms Club Manager.

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  24. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 612 reviews

    Grow your spaceship from hundreds of unique, synergistic items, and then take it to battle against other players. Get to 10 wins before running out of lives. Choose Your Captain Each captain brings their own unique strengths and weaknesses to the battlefield. New, thematic items will be added to the shop depending on your class selection. Combine different factions together to exploit the b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Down with the Ship.

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  25. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, graphics
    67% User Score Based on 81 reviews

    Death or Glory is a dueling card game where fighters compete in an arena. Defeat your opponent with ANY character imaginable with a unique deck embodying that fighting style. Unlock more and more cards to customize your deck on your journey to become the ultimate champion! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death or Glory.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 118 reviews

    "Madcap Mosaic is an exciting fresh roguelike - there are crazy combos, many different strategies to explore, and a wonderful mix of control and uncertainty in play. I believe this game could inspire many others, there are a lot of possibilities with the 'mosaic' approach." -Richard Garfield Madcap Mosaic is a roguelike tile-drafting/deckbuilding game. It takes the cards out of your ha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Madcap Mosaic.

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  27. STRATEGIZE, MERGE, AND CONQUERFATE PACK is a story-driven weapon-merging auto-battler where preparation, adaptation, and high-stakes choices define your victory. Craft unstoppable loadouts, commit to irreversible skill paths, and crush rivals across asynchronous arena battles.  WHY YOU’LL LOVE FATE PACK Create Game-Breaking Builds: Discover insane weapon synergies and unleash screen-wiping ultima… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FATE PACK.

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  28. Choose your Trainer and master a world of strategic autobattles in this replayable roguelite deckbuilder-inspired creature battler. Every run starts with a critical decision. Select a Trainer with unique passives, exclusive unit pools, and game-changing mechanics. Your opening choice defines your path and shapes every future decision. Build a team of strange creatures called Pauls, each with di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Choose Your Paul!.

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  29. Download Button at the bottom of the page This fast-paced roguelite RPG combines strategic inventory management with intense combat in a dynamic blend of action and planning. Personalize your adventure with a wide variety of upgradeable and customizable weapons and items, along with powerful synergies that let your characters grow and evolve. With varied difficulty options, deep meta-progress… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survivor of Egypt: The Ancient Curse.

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  30. PoliCromix is a strategic online card game where placement matters more than reflexes. Instead of traditional turn-based duels, battles unfold on dynamic boards where cards interact automatically through directional attacks, making positioning, timing, and board control the heart of every match. Strategic Board-Based CombatEach match is played on a board where players take turns placing cards. Ca… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PoliCromix.

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  31. Build Your TeamIn Water Margin Scrolls, you'll form your own Liangshan squad to take into battle. Power Up Your HeroesEnhance your heroes' stats and abilities using herbs and weapons. Auto BattlesCombat is fully automated—victory depends on how well you build and position your team. Loot and RecruitIn Story Mode, you’ll have a chance to recruit legendary heroes from Water Marg… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Water Margin Scrolls.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 223 reviews

    In Turnbound, you are trying to outsmart your way to freedom from a haunted board game where each session pits you against the trapped souls of other players, battling against the tiles left behind by other real players in asynchronous PvP battles. It’s a game of competitive inventory management, where every tile you place in your grid has a strategic cause-and-effect loop that ripples through bat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Turnbound.

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  33. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    86% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    ■ A Quick Note Up Front About PurchasesThree Kingdoms: BOND is a one-time purchase. There is no gacha. All 100+ warlords can be unlocked simply by playing the game. The Time-Saver Packs available on the store do exactly what the name suggests: they only help you unlock warlords faster. Even without purchasing them, you can still unlock every single warlord through normal gameplay. There are no … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Three Kingdoms:BOND.

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  34. Deck of Destiny: Battleforge Deck of Destiny: Battleforge is a modern roguelike deck-builder that combines elements of strategy, action, and roguelike deck-building. Choose one of four legendary heroes to reclaim the magic of the ancient lands and prepare to write your own legend in an endless war. In this strategic game, test your skills in clever card usage and effective strategy development … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deck of Destiny: Battleforge.

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  35. A 2D Hack-and-Slash Action RPG with rogue-lite elements. Play as Zaf along with a variety of other characters to stop Altemis, a bored goddess from destroying the world. Inside Altemis' tower are ever changing rooms, all with different enemies and use it to their advantage. Choose between 11 different characters with different abilities along with 2 characters to assist you in your fight to th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Final Flame.

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  36. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    86% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    An asynchronous PvP Auto Battler where you have to recruit and upgrade heroes and place them strategically on the battlefield to compete against other players. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Auto Knights.

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  37. You will own all the kungfu in the world. "Solider AutoChess" is a cricket-fighting auto-chess game. Every battle is 1V1. You need to constantly upgrade and skillfully combine kungfus to reach the top. There are currently more than a hundred kungfus and 3 modes for everyone to play. I am very sorry that due to the adjustment of the discount, players who purchased this game before 1… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solider AutoChess.

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  38. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 3,401 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 15 reviews

    An epic roguelike / lite that combines the best elements of deckbuilding, tactical combat and strategic decision-making. Lead and manage heroes on gruelling missions. Forge bonds and discover new skills among them. Unravel curses laid upon the lands and defeat the ultimate evil at the heart of it all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gordian Quest.

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  39. TURN YOUR DESKTOP INTO A LIVING RACETRACKDesk Top Racer is an idle racing management game that lives right on your desktop. Build your garage, prepare your cars, and watch races unfold automatically while you decide on your car’s next upgrades. ONLINE RACING, A WORTHY CHALLENGEEnter online races and battle for position against racers matched to your Power level. Develop your car, progress through… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desk Top Racer.

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  40. Build two heroes into an unstoppable party through endless combinations of weapons, relics, runes, summons, and positioning. Take advantage of chaotic synergies and powerful passives to break the game and become overpowered. Shape your run through dangerous paths, prepare for unique events, and prove your party can outlast every challenge in both single-player and asynchronous 2v2 Duels. From u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogues & Fate.

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  41. Every Battle Is a Three-Hand ShowdownForget traditional poker. Handslayer is a single-player roguelike where every battle is fought with three poker hands instead of one. Carefully arrange your cards, predict your opponent's strategy, and outplay them in tactical PvE battles where every decision matters. Master poker hands, adapt to each encounter, and discover countless ways to build the perfec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Handslayer.

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  42. Climb the Tower. Build Your Party. Make Every Run Your Own.Edroseph's Tower is a tactical turn-based RPG playable solo or in multiplayer with up to 4 players. Enter a constantly changing tower, overcome its many challenges, build a party from 25 different classes, develop your characters through five talent trees, collect equipment and loot, and adapt your strategy to whatever the tower throws at… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Edroseph's Tower.

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  43. What if your army was made of cards that could bleed, grow, and become something far stronger?In The Eighth Squad, you don’t control heroes in battle. You build the squad that survives it. Recruit living cards. Place them carefully. Train them. Fuse them. Break them. Rebuild them. Every decision you make before combat echoes through a brutal real-time battle where your strategy either comes to li… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Eighth Squad.

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  44. Night Fantasy is a roguelike tactical SRPG featuring build customization and fast-paced turn-based combat. In a world shrouded by eternal night, players will lead three adventurers to climb the Demon Tower, defeat the Demon Lord, and bring long-lost light back to the land. Each adventure starts from zero. As the journey progresses, you will continuously collect skills, classes, talents, and relics… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Night Fantasy 夜色幻想.

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  45. 这是一款策略类的RPG游戏,通过你的判断与计算和怪物战斗,打败他们救出公主,赢得胜利。 If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 魔塔2018.

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  46. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    84% User Score Based on 754 reviews

    Build and command your own party of Dwarves in this mix of RPGs, roguelike and auto battlers. Prepare formations, assign equipment, and decide the fate of up to 10 Beardlings, as you lead the raid through reckless runs filled with Glory, Death, and Loot! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot.

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  47. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Burn enemies to ashes. Freeze them solid. Summon an army of pets. Stack hundreds of Dexterity. Or create a completely ridiculous build nobody has ever seen before. Autocard is a build-crafting autobattler where experimentation is the path to victory. Choose a class, assemble unique Packs, fuse cards together, craft them into monsters, and watch your creation battle automatically. Every run is an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Autocard - Your RPG Adventure.

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  48. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    91% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Join Inuko in this card battle rogue-lite RPG as she tries to conquer the mysterious ruins to earn the rank of a full-fledged witch! Collect and combine a wide variety of cards and equipment to build and personalise your battle deck and blast your way through the ruins! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Witch Inuko.

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  49. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, monetization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 102 reviews

    Wizards are waging war among the skies to conquer a shattered world. Lay claim to your skyshard and build a city full of magical buildings and enchanted weapons! Building and BattlingSkyShard is a fantasy city-building auto-battler where you’ll need to outsmart your opponents by assembling the most powerful city you can. It will take a combination of careful resource management and planning… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SkyShard: City Battler.

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  50. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    92% User Score Based on 53 reviews

    Backpack Jianghu is now open for free DEMO! Featuring four major sects—Huashan, Shaolin, Wudang, and Wudu—12 sub-classes, 10 talent skills, and nearly 200 items! Backpack jianghu is a inventory management and battle royale game. Choose a starting sect, enter the world with dozens of players, pick your path, battle and grow, and compete in the final showdown at Mount Hua's peak. Manage Your Pack, P… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BackpackJianghu.

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