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Revenge of the Quadra is my tribute to a classic Vic 20 game from around 1984. Like some of my other Vic remakes, I loved playing this one as a teenager, and i've tried to make a game closely resembling the original, while taking advantage of modern development skills to improve on it. Important information for Mac users.  If you are running OSX:Catalina or above then the game may report an issu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Revenge of the Quadra.

*** Updated to version 0.12! *** If you've played before, make sure you delete your save file and start a new game. When you start a new game, just click  on "Delete Save" and then click "Continue". You can also manually delete the file by going into \userprofile\AppData\LocalLow\GenericGames\Dream Child. If the game crashes when you exit from any of the menus, please let me know! Please see … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dream Child.

Welcome to Fig's First Flight! A short narrative-driven video game with adaptive music and pixel art graphics. For macOS & Windows (average time is currently 17 minutes and 25 seconds). Fig and his family are oppressed by authoritarian rule and find themselves in danger of losing their freedom.  You play as Fig, a small boy who dreams of becoming a pilot as he tries to keep his family together… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fig's First Flight.

Welcome to East Geauga High School, where the bullies are brutal, the teachers are bizarre, and the principal can sniff out a missing hall pass from across the building. You’re Anthony—a wisecracking, closeted teen just trying to survive puberty, prom, and the creeping suspicion that something isn’t human among the faculty. When your best friend Erik vanishes without a trace, you’re plunged int… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to School Quest.

Bah, Humbug has now been updated to fix a few naughty bugs that I've spotted recently while tidying up some of the games code and recompiling with the more modern compiler. Mac version is online and I will update the Windows version in the next few days. About the game: It's the day after your school Xmas party and your parents are away for the weekend. It's a great idea to see if you can find you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bah, Humbug!.

Mac users please see the note at the bottom of this description to prevent the game not working for you !! Gridrunner is a modern hybrid of Jeff Minters two classic Vic 20 games, Gridrunner and Matrix. I've attempted to keep a similar kind of compact play area that the Vic 20 forced you to have, and thus keep the same playability of both games.  The crazy Vic 20 sound effects have been used where … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gridrunner.

Bat Egg is a small, cute avoid-the-obstacles game, with several game modes and unlockable skins. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bat Egg.

Welcome to Validius - a fun and furious shooter written for the Syntax Bomb "Reboot" competition. I'm very proud that this game was the winner of that event. Important information for Mac users. When you have downloaded the zip file then you need to make sure you drag the app into the applications folder before running it else sometimes you get a "game not found" error message when launching it. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Validius.

Introduction Woe is you! You've wagged school and spent all day at the carnival and you've run out of money. You were wandering around a quiet area behind all the main rides when you came across a sign over an entrance that said 'Administration'. The sign had been crossed out and replaced with 'Troll's Cave - Admission Free'. What a great gimmick! You couldn't resist the temptation of a free ride,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape from the Troll's Cave.

Damnation Alley is a tribute to the all time classic C64 game, Spy Hunter and is available for both Mac and PC's. Also featured is the InvadeAload space invaders game that used to be playable while the main game loaded from tape. Esc can be pressed at any time in that game to jump straight to the main game. Important information for Mac users. When you have downloaded the zip file then you need t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Damnation Alley.

Build a hive, make some honey! Hive Time is a small, bee themed management/base building sim. Harvest resources, grow your hive, and produce a new Queen before the current one dies. Manage different bee roles in a totally scientifically inaccurate depiction of hive dynamics. Send Foragers out to find pollen and nectar, have Builders research new cell types, and ensure you have enough Beesitters t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hive Time.

Creepy Crawlies is my entry into the Syntax Bomb Mix-It-Up game coding competition. Important information for Mac users. When you have downloaded the zip file then you need to make sure you drag the app into the applications folder before running it else you may get a "game not found" error message when launching it. If you are running OSX:Catalina then this game may report an issue stating that … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Creepy Crawlies.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay

64% User Score Based on 459 reviews

Experience gaming freedom like never before with XBPlay — effortlessly stream your console to your device and immerse yourself in your favorite titles anytime, anywhere. Features: - 1080p and 720p Stream Quality. - Multiple Clarity Boost Algorithms. - Simulated and Direct Mouse and Keyboard Support. - Connected Controllers and Touch Input. - Many Customizable Settings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to XBPlay.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

100% User Score Based on 4 reviews

If you'd like to join the official Discord server, you can report any bugs/issues there as well as just chat with people as the community begins to grow! https://discord.gg/3XtEKJRRzD CONTENT WARNINGS: Body horror, violence, scary imagery, blood, strong language The Dream of Shadowlands Episode 2: The Corpse of the Labyrinth After narrowly escaping their previous surroundings, Rina and Jyl find… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dream of Shadowlands Episode 2.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

89% User Score Based on 18 reviews

Solve your own murder in this horror text adventure with choice dependent endings. Explore an isolated desert town to figure out who murdered you - and why. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desert of Vice.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

91% User Score Based on 1,923 reviews

Welcome to the Museum! Machinika Museum is a mystery game where you discover beautiful and mysterious machines of extra-terrestrial origins in an atmospheric galaxy-spanning 3D puzzle game. Will you be able to understand their stories and discover what happened to their previous owner? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Machinika Museum.

A short, surrealistic puzzle game / escape-room style experience in which you must find the perspective to uncover a way forward. Dissect a familiar world of witches, queens, cogs and dreams... and a very ordinary wordsearch. A game made entirely by me, Jonny Haynes, in 8 weeks for a university project. For more of my work, check me out on Instagram and YouTube @planetjonbo. GETTING AN ERROR … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WordSearch.

This project was developed for the GameDevTV Game Jam 2023. The theme was "Life in 2 Dimensions" Description: We all have our inner demons with that we struggle with from time to time, but the message here is that it is okay to reach out and seek help when you are struggling. Please help Jacob on his emotional journey by fighting his powerful inner demons! (3 different cutscenes and 2 playable lev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Struggles Within.

A video game that can help you learn to read musical notes ! "NoteCaptor" helps you memorize most common notes on both treble clef and bass clef. It's a great tool for people who want to learn music, especially beneficial for those learning to play the piano. You don't need any prior knowledge or experience; it's beginner-friendly! For more info: If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NoteCaptor.

Game created In Creanavarra. Dungeon Crawler with Platforming, Action, and Bullet Hell elements with a Gear-Like Hability System. The player must escape from a large tower after having stolen the hourglass. You must go down the different floors that make up the tower, avoiding its traps, fighting with its guardians and solving the necessary puzzles to escape alive. The character will acquire n… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gears Of Time.

Boulderdash - a remake of the classic C64 game written in Gamemaker Studio 2Windows: There are two Windows versions available. INT is played through the Gamemaker 2 interpreter whereas YYC is fully compiled and may run better for some people. Either will probably just work fine, so take you pick.Mac:Important information for Mac users. When you have downloaded the zip file then you need to make s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boulderdash.

- Version 1.3 now live! - A speed typing game inspired by the 1999 classic "The Typing of the Dead" - based on the concept of using the typing mechanic to advance the narrative.  Made in <72 hours for Mini Jam 100: Overload, with the limitation "Chaos is Everything". The vast majority of assets were made within the jam timeframe, although the intro theme and victory fanfare were taken from an ea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TYPE:CAST.

Important notice for Mac players who are using O/S Catalina or greater: You will need to pass the app from being quarantined before you can play the game.  Unpack the Tommy Gunn zip file.Use finder to move "Tommy Gunn.app" to your Applications folder.Do NOT start the game yet, or it will be quarantined!Open terminal and copy/paste the line below then press enter:sudo xattr -r -d com.apple.quaranti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tommy Gunn.

The age of black magic has arrived in the human world. People have learned to summon demons to serve them and curse others. You and your comrades work for an organization that deals with such matters. But this time, you're in trouble. The curse in this apartment is stronger than you imagined. You've already lost each other. You're the best curse breaker in this city. Can you save your friends … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape the Red Curse.

36%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

58% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Story Overview Enter a desolate megastructure, given the codename 'Garganta', which houses a cataclysmic device putting the Universe at risk. Embody Servo, a highly advanced android capable of traversing the dilapidated construct. Players will find that the only signs of life in the megastructure are various sapient machines. Their existences are oftentimes hellish, becoming trapped in mundane ob… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garganta.

Hi there! Oliver Gumthrow here! I'm looking for anyone and everyone capable enough to use a monitor and a mouse! If this sounds like you then you are 100% qualified to be our new expert tech person at Gumthrow Industries! This very important button needs to be clicked, and you'll be paid for it! That's right money in your pocket, and a secure and stable job! Earn pay raises, customize your w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to All You Have to Do Is Click the Button.

30%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

50% User Score Based on 10 reviews

Gravitrix is an extreme-pogo-sticking 3D sports-platformer dressed in a comic-book art style meant for misfits and rebels looking to unleash their inner pogo spirit in a chaotic, high-flying world full of stunts. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravitrix.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability

74% User Score Based on 27 reviews

Add full game to your wishlist! About the Game What’s in the prologue?Zombie Rollerz: The Last Ship - Prologue is a quick glimpse into the world of Zombie Rollerz: The Last Ship. Command the last ship against relentless waves of zombies in a mystical world. Build turrets, lead your crew, upgrade the ship, explore, gather resources and discover powerful artifacts. The HordeFight th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Rollerz: The Last Ship - Prologue.

56%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

Abject Abyss is a first person horror adventure where tension builds, monsters lurk, and help is very, very, far away. What begins as a normal work day at one of the most advanced, and most isolated medical research facilities ever built, quickly spirals into catastrophe. Journey through a collapsing facility, piecing together what went wrong and trying to avoid the horrors hiding in the dark. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abject Abyss.

84%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

84% User Score Based on 81 reviews

Liminal cosmic horror - you'll wander in an abandoned amusement park, walk along empty tunnels and crawl through narrow corridors. Join a ride and step into the dark. Explore eerie remains of a world that shouldn't exist. Find clues and discover the truth, but beware, some things should stay buried. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emotionless: The Last Ticket.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

95% User Score Based on 74 reviews

Penguin × Exit 8 : A unique combination Escape from the endlessly looping hallway. If you find an anomaly, choose YES PEN. If there is no anomaly, choose NO PEN. All anomalies contain penguin elements. Answer correctly 8 times in a row to escape. A mixture of cuteness and fear. ※Pressing &quot;Continue&quot; allows you to collect undiscovered anomalies. Penguin HotelThis game is a spin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PEXIT 8.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

85% User Score Based on 811 reviews

It’s the day of your big interview! The position? ‘Moral Dilemma Judge’—whatever that means. But something about this office feels... off. Maybe it’s the talking printer. Or the anomaly corridor that changes every time you enter. Or the narrator who keeps throwing you into ridiculous life-or-death situations. No, no—it’s probably just your imagination. Must be pre-interview nerves. Good luck ou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moral Dilemma: The Interview.

Try our Playtest Demo! v0.2.3-Alpha (Updated: Dec 28th, 2024) Download the game here Note: Browser version is experimental (more info below) Enable Cookies for persistent save data and configs Follow us for more updates! Synopsis Interscape is a 2D dungeon-crawling RPG about a little boy lost in a magical world that puts him up against his demons. Harness the power of his emot… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Interscape.

30%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, gameplay

42% User Score Based on 24 reviews

After a long day you just want to get home, so you head to the parking garage, but something doesn't feel right. Something lurks in the dark, something that stalks you, something that wants to sell you overpriced insurance. To make things worse, you have lost your parking card and are out of cash. Your task is to find the parking card and find some money to pay for your stay at one of the Park … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Warranty Man.

DISCLAIMERG.E.A.R is a Free to Play demo version that is missing many features like progress saving, optimizations and QoL improvements. The game will not be updated or receive any bug fixes.About the gameSave the resort! After receiving a distress call from a wildlife resort, you and you rat companion Gustavo embark on a mission to fix the surrounding wind turbines. For years, the park had been… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to G.E.A.R: Great Engineers Are Rats.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, atmosphere

95% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Fear of the Light is a stealth-based survival horror game where light is scarier than darkness and where surveying monsters keep you on edge. You’re the lone survivor on a spaceship infested by moths and other dangerous creatures. Explore the ship, override quarantine lockdowns, and find a way to escape. Use your radar and other tools to avoid enemies, keep out of the light, sneak around da… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fear of the Light.

19%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

31% User Score Based on 13 reviews

Horror ManorStep into the decaying halls of Horror Manor, an abandoned estate shrouded in mystery. Curiosity lures you deeper into its corridors, but the manor has other plans. With a sudden click, the doors slam shut, trapping you within its chilling embrace.Face the SpiritsExplore the Manor: Navigate through decaying rooms, dusty libraries, and hidden passages, each holding a piece of the manor'… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horror Manor.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

95% User Score Based on 133 reviews

The definitive Kafka videogame There are things that often fail on nothing but themselves. Is there even a way out? Playing Kafka is a narrative adventure full of impenetrable schemes, insidious plot twists and conversations that slip out of hand. Based on Kafka’s life and his work, developed with Kafka experts. Can you manage to win an unfair trial? Is the job even real? Can you escape your f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Playing Kafka.

27%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, atmosphere

43% User Score Based on 14 reviews

SOLVE RIDDLESPrepare yourself to face challenging riddles scattered throughout the hospital. Solve these intriguing puzzles to progress further, uncovering new secrets and seeking an escape from this grim trap. EXPLORE THE DARK HALLWAYS OF THE HOSPITALImmerse yourself in the eerie depths of the abandoned hospital and explore its dark corridors. Surrounded by an ominous atmosphere, where silence i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Another Day.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding

93% User Score Based on 15 reviews

A fantasy story full of magic and intrigue that will transport you to a different time and place. Ranger Quest is a 2D top down adventure game that combines exploration with the puzzle aspects of a maze. A modern game that incorporates pixel art to create the nostalgia of an 80’s era top down adventure game. No adventure would be complete without doors to open and rooms to explore. Navigate th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ranger Quest: The Adventure Begins.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

65% User Score Based on 432 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 9 reviews

Examine the dioramas of your life, and uncover the truth about your death If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Almost Gone.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

71% User Score Based on 214 reviews

Wounded is a nerve racking first person horror game that is one step closer to the world of fear, anxiety and all round terror! As you progress through the old and abandoned world of “Wounded”, you uncover the deep, dark secrets that the place has buried in its walls and ground. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WOUNDED.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization

87% User Score Based on 38 reviews

NOX: Chapter 1 is a first-person puzzle game, where the player has to make use of gravity changes, gravity shifts and portals to explore the dreams and nightmares of a child. All this, in a world inspired by the work of Escher. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NOX: Chapter 1.

58%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere, stability

82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Escape From the Depth is a cosmic horror game that takes place in a submarine under the dark, cold, and desolate oceans of Europa. The player must survive while trying to collect the necessary items to safely evacuate the sinking submarine. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape From The Depth.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, monetization

77% User Score Based on 665 reviews

Help little kittens to get into the house, reach their favorite basket and fall asleep. To do this, you need to arrange all the things and mechanisms inside the house for creating fantastic chain reactions, in order to open the door! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Let the Cat in.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

97% User Score Based on 9,999 reviews

A journey of discovery awaits If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Room Three.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

68% User Score Based on 96 reviews

In this unique top-down shooter tower defense hybrid you pilot a Mech to defend your home from zombies. Wipe out hordes of undead creatures from outer space using powerful weapons and clever tactics. Build labyrinth, upgrade your skills, buy new weapons to destroy them all and save your base. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MechDefender.

95%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

95% User Score Based on 3,114 reviews

The Past Within is a co-op only game. Both players need to own a copy of the game, as well as a way to communicate with each other. The past and future cannot be explored alone! Team up with a friend and piece together the mysteries surrounding Albert Vanderboom. Communicate what you see around you to help one another solve various puzzles and explore the worlds from different perspectives! The Pa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Past Within.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

76% User Score Based on 322 reviews

Critic Score 72%Based on 17 reviews

Mosaic is a mysterious narrative game, where you follow the repetitive and lonely life of an average commuter.... Until one day, when strange things start happening. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mosaic.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability

97% User Score Based on 2,060 reviews

Taser charged and jetpack refuelled. Are you ready for this space station? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fractal Space.