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  1. This game was created over a few days in July of 2022 for the Portland Indie Game Squad (PIGSquad) July Summer Slow Jam. The technical theme was "stealth" and the creative theme was "critters"; I implemented the stealth prompt by allowing player pieces to color-shift and hide within their own color squares, and I implemented critters by reconsidering the word as a portmanteau of "critical hitters"… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Critical Chess.

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  2. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    79% User Score Based on 383 reviews

    Rento is online multiplayer business dice game. Trade lands, build houses, win auctions, roll wheel of fortune, risk in Russian Roulette and most importantly - have fun. Obtain monopoly over the game board and bankrupt the other players in order to win. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rento Fortune Monolit.

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  4. The Lost Game The Royal Game of Ur is the first-ever board game, thought to be played as early as 2600BC. Its rules are deceptively simple but can come together to make a complex experience. While its successor, Backgammon is still played today, The Royal Game has since been lost to time. Let's bring it back.The Royal Game of Ur, Now Restored! The Royal Game of Ur is not very hard to learn. Each p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Lost Game: Royal Game Of Ur.

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  5. 10%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    17% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    The war between the Great Kingdom of Rukand and Fairyland still has not ended. A pupil of the Great Academy of Higher Magic enters the prohibited library to get access to powerful new spells.  Out of ignorance, she unseals the Damned Manuscript and releases the Dark Essence. Left alone with the creatures from the Abyss, she has to seal the Manuscript to save her life and sanity. To start the game … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fairyland: Manuscript.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    71% User Score Based on 1,186 reviews

    CONTROL FANTASY RACES, SET OFF TO CONQUER NEW LANDS, OVERTHROW YOUR ENEMIES AND CLAIM THE VICTORY! In this digital adaptation of the legendary board game, dive into a world inhabited by whimsical fantasy races. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Small World.

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  9. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    66% User Score Based on 154 reviews

    Save "Middle Board" from the evil guy named "Dead Serious" and his Fantasy and Popular Culture Rejects in this Card-boiled Tabletop RPG Under the Influence! Expect many parodies and comic moments sandwiched between fantasy and popular culture! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DICETINY: The Lord of the Dice.

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  10. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    98% User Score Based on 250 reviews

    Cat Lady: The Card Game is a fun card-drafting game in which players are Cat Ladies, trying to tempt cats into their cattery using food, toys, costumes and more. Based on the much-loved card game by AEG. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat Lady: The Card Game.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 330 reviews

    Ludo Online is a strategy board game for two to six players, in which the players race their four pawns from start to finish according to the rolls of a single dice. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ludo Online.

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  12. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    58% User Score Based on 173 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Backgammon's back... with a bang! Beloved by millions, played for centuries, backgammon is a two-player strategy game quite unlike any other. The goal is simple: race to get your checkers off the board first, but the deceptively deep rules and rhythm of backgammon has secured it as a favorite among casual and veteran players alike. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backgammon Blitz.

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  14. 26%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    40% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Random Journey - the game about fighting with your opponents for gold by selecting random plates. Neither player nor his opponent have any information about what is hiding behind those plates. You can rely on your intuition or luck only. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Random Journey.

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  15. LandRun is a one-man strategy card game with a motif of the land scramble 'landrun' from the western frontier era. Players, as black slaves, participate in "Land Run Tournament" because of their owners' greed, and if they win, they will get the freedom they promised and the land they want. This piece is a personalized title developed for PCs, using Unity. Unlike the typical Trump game,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Land Run.

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  16. 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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    58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    88% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    This is a unique 3D game that integrates numerous classic board games, creating an entirely new gaming world for you. In this world, you can choose to engage in intense online battles with friends or strangers on the internet, compete strategically against intelligent AI, or share the joy of gaming with your friends in local mode. The game features include:1. The game includes a rich variety of b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Board game party.

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  18. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    This is a homebrew game, run on Gameboy Color.  A game by: László Rajcsányi -  WLS, 2025. Created with GB-Studio 2.0.0-beta5!  Also available for download in .CIA format for the Nintendo 3DS virtual console! A Brief History Snakes and Ladders has ancient roots - first played in India over a thousand years ago as Moksha Patam. Originally a moral lesson in virtue and vice, ladders symb… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Snakes and Ladders.

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  19. "Dice determine your steps, cards rewrite your rules —In the gamble with the Demon, luck is the stake, strategy the ace." A 2D pixel-art dice-driven strategy adventure blending mysterious Tarot card items, random event choices, and gambling showdowns, where the roll of dice writes the final chapter of the Demon's contract. Core Gameplay: Dice as Destiny, Cards as DecreeThe "Gamb… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gambler’s Loop.

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  20. A head-to-head strategy "board" game played on a grid of face-up standard playing cards. Easy to learn and play, but very difficult to master. Luck will not help you - the better player wins. Play against eight computer opponents employing different strategies; or play against a human opponent, either in-person or via Steam's Remote Play Together. Compatible with mouse and touchscreen d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LOCUS POKER.

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  21. 9/9/24: Now that the gamejam has passed, I have updated the game to fix the issue with points and the timer continuing to run after losing the game. Also added the proper graphics for when the player loses, and usaed my 'crackling campfire' sound effect at that time.  I plan to make this a fun game and change / fix a bunch of stuff to make the gameplay smooth and fun, such as ghost sleds from othe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glacier Racer.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    69% User Score Based on 150 reviews

    Roadmap There is a lot of stuff to add to Ooglians, and we want YOU to be a part of the process! Community feedback is key for prioritizing what to work on next, such as Expand base building Add more ooglian types Polish existing gameplay Add non-gameplay stuff like stats, achievements, high-score Head on over to our Discord and let us know what you want to see in the game next! About the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ooglians.

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  24. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 1,524 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 2 reviews

    Card Shark is an adventure game full of cunning, intrigue, and delectable deceit. Enter a world where you’ll need to play your opponents better than you play your cards. Cheat your way to the top of 18th-century French society. Master deceptions using card marking, false shuffles, deck switching, false deals, and more! Use your ill-gotten gains to buy your way into the closed world of high-stakes … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Card Shark.

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  26. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 176 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 4 reviews

    Super Dungeon® Tactics is a turn-based strategy game in which players create a guild of Heroes to combat the Dark Consul’s forces throughout Crystalia. As the guild master you choose to take on bounties, answer the pleas of the public, or answer a noble call to adventure. Whether for altruistic reasons, just getting your cut, or a little of both, complete quests, gather loot, attract Heroes, and r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Dungeon Tactics.

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  27. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 414 reviews

    The critically acclaimed card game is now available on PC! Dead Man’s Draw is a simple and strategic game of luck and skill that boils down strategy gameplay into a single, tense decision: to play it safe or risk everything in pursuit of killer combos and boundless treasure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Man's Draw.

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  28. The Royal Game of Ur Introduction: This is the second time I'm taking part in a Game Jam. This time the GMTK Game Jam 2022 with the theme "Roll of the Dice". In just 48 hours I had to develop a whole game on this theme. I couldn't think of a good idea, but I recently saw a video from the British Museum about one of the oldest board games called "The Royal Game of Ur", so I tried to turn this board… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Royal Game of Ur.

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  29. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability
    84% User Score Based on 442 reviews

    Play a Zen game! Rediscover the famous traditional Chinese game. Find all the matching pairs of tiles, being careful not to become blocked in, to get to the end of each level. Concentration and perceptiveness are needed to finish the gorgeous boards that we have produced for you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mahjong.

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  30. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    77% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    5 actions. 2 minutes. Impossible odds, and many, many ways to die. There really is nothing quite like The Living Dungeon. Up to 9 players can take part in a battle of wits, luck and skulduggery, Or delve into a 30 hour story campaign and try to guide our hero's to freedom. Survive other adventurers, monsters, and the dungeon itself through combat, agility or dungeon manipulation. Only the stronge… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Living Dungeon.

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  31. Enter the ArenaRPG Rush is a dark fantasy trading card game where strategy, timing, dice rolls, and long-term progression all collide. Build powerful 30-card decks, roll enchanted dice for mana, summon mythical creatures, cast devastating spells, and outplay your opponent in fast-paced tactical battles. But the battlefield is only one part of the game. In RPG Rush, every card has value. Win bat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rpg Rush.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    86% User Score Based on 232 reviews

    Play the ancient and thrilling game of Chess with... CATS! Everything is more fun, cute and chaotic with cats, including the game of chess! So sit back, and lead your furry friends to The Purrfect battle of brains and whiskers. Classic chess reinvented with attitude, humor, and, of course, adorable cats. We are not saying this game will change the future of gaming…BUT… there SHOULD be a chess game… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat Chess.

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  33. Who would’ve thought that a roguelike, card game, and tower defence could unite over a basket of food? In Snack Escort, you will traverse magical lands filled with hungry creatures eager to snatch your precious cargo. Each run brings new challenges and surprises. Collect cards and artifacts that shape how you face your enemies. Build your own deck of heroes, traps, and special abilities to fend … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Snack Escort.

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  34. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    63% User Score Based on 97 reviews

    You’re held prisoner by the hideous Lich, who captured you during his expansion wars and locked you up for eternity in his fortress with the other outcasts. With no name, no past, and left to rot in a place of death and damnation, you have one goal: survive... and escape. Advance through different rooms in this horrific citadel, face the enemies that block your way, and keep on your path toward an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Fortress.

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  36. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    91% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Kingdomino is a cosy 1-4 player tile-laying strategy game of kingdom building. Place colorful dominoes, match terrains, and crown your lands to create the most prosperous realm. Simple to learn yet deeply strategic game perfect for quick sessions, solo challenges, or competitive multiplayer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdomino.

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  37. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    60% User Score Based on 40 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 2 reviews

    City Wars: Tokyo Reign takes the customization and strategy of a traditional CCG and introduces a dynamic battlefield where tactile mechanics and turn-based battling combine. Choose a Faction, build a Combat Case and take to the streets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CITY WARS: TOKYO REIGN.

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  38. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    61% User Score Based on 577 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Originally a jam game, Crown and Council is a casual strategy game of geopolitical drama. Conquer, expand, build and develop your kingdom, until all your foes are crushed! Crown and Council relied on procedural generation for the 75 included maps. The generator is built into the game, and you can generate new maps on the fly. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crown and Council.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Tiny Traffic is a relaxing turn-based puzzle game about re-directing the flow of traffic, in order to safely park all cars. There's no timer or score to distract you from getting lost in the puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tiny Traffic.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story
    73% User Score Based on 179 reviews

    In the long-awaited digital adaptation of Uwe Rosenberg's Patchwork, players patch their way to victory using fabric pieces of assorted sizes, colors, and buttons. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Patchwork.

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  42. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story
    56% User Score Based on 17,410 reviews

    Business Tour is an online board game based on the most popular tabletop game in the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Business Tour.

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  43. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    80% User Score Based on 670 reviews

    You sank my battleship! The official version of the classic Hasbro board game of naval combat! Challenge other players in Classic Mode or in the all-new Commanders Mode - a fast-paced, strategic and exciting variation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hasbro's Battleship.

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  44. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    54% User Score Based on 301 reviews

    Chainsaw Warrior is a classic nail-biting game for one strong-nerved player, based off the single-player board game of the same name. The player has sixty minutes to navigate a labyrinth composed of an abandoned urban slum in New York, represented by two decks of cards, locate the entity Darkness attempting to destroy the city and kill it. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chainsaw Warrior.

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  45. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    51% User Score Based on 225 reviews

    Talisman Prologue is an adaptation of the classic fantasy board game Talisman by Games Workshop. This version focuses on single player experience. An epic tale of dice rolling and card drawing takes you on a quest throughout the land to rescue Princesses, slay Dragons and recover lost artefacts. Play through over 50 quests using the Talisman board game rules, and learn the special abilities of all… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Talisman: Prologue.

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  46. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    38% User Score Based on 133 reviews

    The classic card game is back in a digital version that everyone can play! Enjoy a quick game or chase after points to climb up the world rankings. 4 different settings and 3 popular game modes. Quite simply, Solitaire. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solitaire.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    52% User Score Based on 266 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 1 reviews

    Fluffy Horde is a 2D side-scrolling hybrid between real-time strategy and tower defense. The game revolves around a magical hyper-breeding bunny horde created by a misunderstood Shaman wanderer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fluffy Horde.

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  48. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    93% User Score Based on 95 reviews

    A classical Monopoly-like game with 20+ Touhou characters and 10+ official maps. Custom level editor, double resource system (money & crystal), electric dispatching, SP required dice throwing and weather system bring you a whole different game experience. Original characters are waiting for your challenge! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Ibunseki - Ayaria Dawn: ReCreation.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    96% User Score Based on 1,420 reviews

    NERTS! Online is a fast-paced competitive solitaire game for you and up to five of your friends, played the same way we play it at the Zachtronics office! Nerts is a competitive solitaire variant that is known by multiple other names, outlined as far back as the 1930s. with slight differences in official rules. The game is a mix of solitaire and speed where any aces found can be used by all playe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NERTS! Online.

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  50. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    75% User Score Based on 292 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 3 reviews

    Mushroom Wars is a dynamic real-time strategy game, where smart strategy meets furious action in epic PvP and PvE battles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mushroom Wars.

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