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  2. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 152 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 11 reviews

    Pocky the shrine maiden and Rocky the raccoon are back together in the latest game in the long-running classic shooter series! As the evil Black Mantle attacks, Pocky and Rocky need to team up once again, this time with some new friends to take on the upcoming challenges! With 8 stages of high-paced shooting action, you'll have your hands full with creepy enemies, big bosses, and lots of twists an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pocky & Rocky Reshrined.

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  5. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    76% User Score Based on 780 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    The Contra Anniversary Collection brings this classic Run and Gun franchise back to modern platforms and a new generation of players. Grab power ups and blast your way through waves of menacing enemies and bosses that will put your reaction skills to the test. Also included is a digital Bonus Book with tons of concept documents and sketches, the official chronology of the franchise, an exclusive i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Contra Anniversary Collection.

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  6. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    90% User Score Based on 108 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 6 reviews

    Explore game Super Bomberman Collection for PS5 console from the official PlayStation website.Check out Super Bomberman Collection features, news, videos, screen shots, and buy the game now from PlayStation Store. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Bomberman Collection.

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  7. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, music
    77% User Score Based on 740 reviews

    "The Ultimate One-on-One Artillery Game" — Now with cross-platform ONLINE Play! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pocket Tanks.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 168 reviews

    REMAINS is a mix of genres with its core as a platformer: side view, familiar game mechanics (jumping, climbing stairs). A rich arsenal of weapons plus fights being a crucial part of the game give you vibes of 2D-shooter. Finally, you can take it as a roguelike game with exploring procedurally generated locations, picking locks, gathering loot, leveling up and learning new skills/perks, crafting, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FoE Remains.

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  9. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 4,163 reviews
    Critic Score 56%Based on 1 reviews

    The current version of Wolfenstein 3D for digital platforms include Wolfenstein 3D (a port of the expanded DOS version, with all of the six episodes) and the standalone expansion Spear of Destiny (without its extra missions). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wolfenstein 3D.

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  10. Celebrating SUNSOFT's return, we present to you this deluxe collection of three SUNSOFT classics: "The Wing of Madoola", "53 Stations of the Tokaido(Toukaido Gojusan-tsugi)", and "Ripple Island". Play comfortably with the added save and rewind functions. Great for anyone who couldn't clear them back in the day... ★★ Introduction of Games Included ★★ The Wing of Mad… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUNSOFT is Back! レトロゲームセレクション.

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  11. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    71% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    *Now includes a sunny new world with six new levels! Christmas is just a few days away... and while Santa is out on a trial run in his sleigh, the evil South Pole Troll and his army of Penguins invade the North Pole! On the way back to his workshop, Santa is blasted out of the sky by one of his very own North Pole defense cannons. Now he must find his way back home, defeat the Troll, and save Chr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Legend of Santa.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability
    73% User Score Based on 562 reviews

    Bubsy 2 is a platform video game, the sequel to Bubsy in Claws Encounters of the Furred Kind, and the second game in the Bubsy series. It was originally released in 1994 for the Sega Genesis, Super NES, and Game Boy, and re-released for Microsoft Windows through Steam on December 17, 2015.On November 16, 2015, a Bubsy re-release was posted on Steam Greenlight, titled Bubsy Two-Fur, by a game compa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bubsy Two-Fur.

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  13. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 1,272 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 1 reviews

    JellyCar Worlds is a return to the classic softbody platforming series JellyCar, set to release 11 years after the last game in the series; JellyCar 3. JellyCar Worlds is similar to the classic trilogy, with a variety of platforming challenges you must overcome as a car made from "jelly." Worlds introduces its titular feature, worlds, with an overworld level for each world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JellyCar Worlds.

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  15. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    83% User Score Based on 201 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 21 reviews

    2018 marked the 40th anniversary of legendary studio SNK! To celebrate this extraordinary milestone, a variety of classic arcade games from SNK's golden age are coming back together in one anthology on Xbox One. SNK 40th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION is packed full of retro games and a treasure trove of features! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SNK 40th ANNIVERSARY COLLECTION.

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  16. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 922 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 29 reviews

    The legacy continues with Mega Man Legacy Collection 2, bringing Mega Man 7, 8, 9, and 10 to PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC starting August 8th! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mega Man Legacy Collection 2.

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  18. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    94% User Score Based on 1,112 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Infernax is the adventures of a great knight who returns to his homeland only to find it plagued with unholy magic. Uncover the mysteries of the curse and face the consequences of your actions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infernax.

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  19. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    90% User Score Based on 852 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 3 reviews

    Blazing Chrome is a classic co-op run 'n gun with an original arcade feel. Players can choose between Mavra, the badass human resistance, soldier or Doyle, the groovy rebel robot, to kick some metal ass. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blazing Chrome.

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  20. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    71% User Score Based on 150 reviews

    Sixteen levels (in four groups of four) await you in this long-developed Bitmap Brothers title. The basic gameplay is similar to Gauntlet, but in an open air setting, with bridges across rivers and such in the maps. The visuals are in the 'metallic and blue' style the Bitmaps appeared to favor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soldiers of Fortune.

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  21. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    76% User Score Based on 7,235 reviews

    Sega's collection of Mega Drive & Genesis Classics comes to a new generation, now updated with even more features: online multiplayer, achievements, mirror mode, rewind, save states, VR and more! Over 50 classic games in one great package. Get into the classics! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sega Mega Drive and Genesis Classics.

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  22. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    89% User Score Based on 36 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 1 reviews

    A great commander ruled an eastern plain for a long time, but his mind completely changed one day. He formed a mysterious army under his command and took several women as hostages to his palace. His evil power extended to his neighbouring countries and the princess of western country, fell into his hand. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TENGAI.

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  23. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 139 reviews

    Adventure calls in Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Director's Cut, our love letter to platformers! Run, jump, and ride with Niko and Luna through colorful levels full of danger, treasures, and super-sized bosses. Play on your own or together with a friend in couch co-op—also, play anywhere with your Steam Deck! Nikoderiko: The Magical World - Director’s Cut features all-new levels, more treasures,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nikoderiko: The Magical World — Director’s Cut.

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  24. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 222 reviews

    Croc’s back and he’s still got the moves! Croc Legend of the Gobbos is the heartwarming journey of an endearing, humble little crocodile equipped with only his iconic backpack and a wiggly butt as he platforms his way across a series of unique worlds by running, jumping, climbing, swimming and tail spinning on his quest to rescue his adopted family of Gobbos from the grasp of the evil sorcerer Bar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Croc Legend of the Gobbos.

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  28. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, monetization
    85% User Score Based on 757 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

    Discover and purchase Terminator 2D: No Fate for PS4 and PS5 at the official PlayStation website. Relive iconic moments from the classic movie and mix things up with different game modes, all displayed in beautiful pixel art. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Terminator 2D: NO FATE.

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  29. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 146 reviews

    This collection is a living library that continues to grow. In addition to the core titles—Commando 2, Commando X, and Commando 3, we are dedicated to progressively restoring the extensive Macrojoy back catalog. Every game joining the collection undergoes a comprehensive remaster, including: HD Visual Enhancements: Giving classic graphics a crisp, modern look. Difficulty Rebalancing: Adjusted… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Commando Collection.

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  31. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 984 reviews

    Tomb Raider IV: The Last Revelation is the fourth game of the Tomb Raider games series, it plays very similar to the previous games in the series but some new things have been added to the game. The biggest addition is that now rather large parts of the game consist of several interconnected levels sometimes explored in any order, with puzzles in one level often requiring that some actions are don… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tomb Raider IV: The Last Revelation.

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  32. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 95 reviews

    This is the classic, 1995 version of Rise of the Triad. For the 2023 remaster, please see the Ludicrous Edition store page. Tackle incredible game hazards, such as spinblades, gun bunkers, huge boulders, Firejets, pits, Firechutes, Lavawalls, gas grates, and more. "Like DOOM, Rise of the Triad is a high quality, fast scrolling first-person perspective 3D action game. Graphics are on par wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise of the Triad: Dark War.

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  33. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    54% User Score Based on 258 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 40 reviews

    Play alone or with a friend in a Story Mode jam-packed with different levels. Re-experience classic Battle Mode, or discover the brand new Grand Prix Mode in which team play is just as important as individual skills! New characters are joining the fight. Play locally or online with friends and players from around the world!Super Bomberman R is the biggest Bomberman game ever! Story ModeA campaign … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Bomberman R.

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  34. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 2,811 reviews
    Critic Score 93%Based on 9 reviews

    The Glade of Dreams is in trouble once again! The nightmares multiplied and spread, creating new monsters even more terrifying than before! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rayman Legends.

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  35. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 930 reviews

    The Remasterminds at NightDive Studios along with the madmen at New Blood present Apogee Software's timeless cult classic FPS, Rise of the Triad: LUDICROUS EDITIONFeaturing: 4K and Ultrawide Resolution support + Unlimited frame rates All original ROTT episodes, expansion packs plus Return of the Triad Restored characters and game content from "lost" betas FULL controller support, KB/… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise of the Triad: Ludicrous Edition.

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  37. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    92% User Score Based on 1,242 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

    Wryn is a girl with a big arsenal and big dreams and she wants to be the ultimate videogame hero! Help her take down the Greatest Heroes of All Time in an action-packed bid to claim the title for herself and show the world what a true hero looks like! Bleed is an action-platformer focused on stylish, acrobatic dodging and fluid, challenging gameplay. There's no filler, just you and your skills ag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bleed.

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  39. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, optimization
    68% User Score Based on 137,967 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 58 reviews

    Includes: Perfect Control Weapon Charm The legendary Halo series returns with the most expansive Master Chief campaign yet and a ground-breaking free to play multiplayer experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halo Infinite.

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  40. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 531 reviews

    A top-down shooter with tanks that have various assorted abilities, with support for multiplayer and a level editor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tanks: The Crusades.

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  41. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    78% User Score Based on 477 reviews

    This tiresome bunch of feathered troublemakers is not giving any peace. Stop this hostile destruction from these rampaging roosters in Arcade mode, or fight against the clock in Classic mode in three difficulty levels. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chicken Shoot Gold.

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  43. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    78% User Score Based on 1,563 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 9 reviews

    The Tier 1 Edition includes: - Medal of Honor game - Instant access to assault class Tier 1 operator - Spec ops class camouflage - TOZ194 and 870MCS shotguns - M60 assault rifle - MP-7 weapon If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Medal of Honor.

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  44. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    83% User Score Based on 29 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 24 reviews

    Add The Best of The Who Rock Band Edition to your Rock Band™ song library. Pack includes "Baba O'Riley, " "My Generation (Live at Leeds), " "Summertime Blues (Live at Leeds), " "Young Man Blues (Live at Leeds), " "Amazing Journey, " "Behind Blue Eyes, ""Eminence Front, " "Going Mobile, ""Leaving Here, " "Real Good Looking Boy, " "Sea and Sand, " "Who Are You" - The Who. For music credits, visit ww… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rock Band 4.

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  45. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 2,358 reviews

    Chicken Invaders needs no introduction. Well, fine, if you insist. Chicken Invaders is the most successful chicken game of this millennium (not to mention the previous one). The game puts you at the forefront of a battle against invading intergalactic chickens, bent on revenge against the human race for our oppression of Earth chickens. In Chicken Invaders Universe, you assume the role of a new … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chicken Invaders Universe.

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  46. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    88% User Score Based on 236 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

    A retro FPS for the ages! Completely rebuilt from the ground up for VR! Once branded a heretic, now you have been chosen as our champion! Reclaim our sacred weapons. Take back our ancient lands. If you can stand... Amid Evil. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Amid Evil VR.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    92% User Score Based on 811 reviews

    Your prison ship has crash-landed on the fastest, sleekest, most dangerous 3D world ever created. Look around, crystal clear water shimmers, shadows dance and shift, alien architecture fades into the horizon. Discover the secret of this mysterious planet and find out what caused a peaceful race to be enslaved by vicious merciless aggressors. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unreal Gold.

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  48. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 3,558 reviews

    You Have to Win the Game is an free exploration platformer with a retro 1980s PC aesthetic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Have to Win the Game.

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    80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 214 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    3 Unlikely Heroes, 1 Ultimate Goal Kurt Hectic is back to save the universe. This time he is teamed with the genius Dr. Hawkins and the 6-legged gun-toting robotic dog, Max. Together they must out-sneak, out-blast and out-think their enemies as they attempt to reclaim earth from a vile alien menace. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MDK2.

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  50. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 1,241 reviews

    From the collaboration between Housemarque (Resogun, Alienation, Matterfall), and Robotron and Smash TV legendary creator Eugene Jarvis comes Nex Machina, an explosive arcade experience created with competition in mind. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nex Machina.

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