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Games like CranKnight (for Playdate)

Games like CranKnight (for Playdate)

Games like CranKnight (for Playdate)

Looking for games like CranKnight (for Playdate)? Here are top action recommendations with a fantasy focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Missile Mayhem, Elemental Survivors or Arcane waves.

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  1. Missile Mayhem is a Missile Command style arcade game for the Playdate that utilizes the crank for aiming. To play, download the PDX file above and upload it to your Sideloaded games on the Playdate website.  CONTROLS CRANK to aim the launcher⬆️ UP to launch a normal missile. Always available➡️ RIGHT to launch a homing missile. Available after the Wave 3 upgrade⬅️ LEFT to fire the fast-charging… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Missile Mayhem.

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  2. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    90% User Score Based on 158 reviews

    Grind, die, upgrade, repeat in this auto-attacking roguelite/RPG! Transform into an enemy-blender with your fave attacks made devastating with equipment, party members, and elemental boosts. Survive to earn gems to unlock areas, permanent upgrades, characters, magical mounts, and god-like summons. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elemental Survivors.

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  3. On Halloween night, three teenagers head out to enjoy the early hours in costume, unaware that they've chosen the worst possible place to go. While crossing an old, abandoned square during a strange storm, an occult ritual awakens a portal between dimensions—dragging the three into a dark world dominated by the chaos of Halloween. Trapped in a dimension where monstrous creatures constantly emerge… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcane waves.

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  4. **Wukong Survivors** is a top-down pixel-art action roguelite where you fight through endless waves of enemies, collect powerful upgrades, and forge game-breaking builds — all set in a world inspired by Eastern mythology and martial arts legends. ### Survive. Level Up. Dominate. Hordes of monsters flood the battlefield. Every level-up gives you a choice of three upgrades — pick wisely, and your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wukong Survivors.

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  5. 55%Game Brain Score
    55% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    In Pongerground you’re a highly competitive player, always chasing victory.  In this adventure, you play as Sunset, who, after being challenged, enters the Pongerground to face a mysterious villain and soon discovers unexpected twists along the way. Pongerground is an arcade action game that mixes pong and pinball into fast, fun, and challenging matches that call for a bit of dexterity and quic… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pongerground.

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  6. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    74% User Score Based on 234 reviews

    Wayward Souls is an action-adventure game built for quick playthroughs and massive amounts of replay value. It was inspired by Spelunky, Secret of Mana, and our previous game, Mage Gauntlet. Procedurally generated random levels mean that every time you play the game, it's a different experience. Control one of six characters, all with their own unique playstyles, abilities, and equipment. Explore… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wayward Souls.

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  7. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 110 reviews

    Horde Hunters is a challenging horde survival rogue-lite that plays like a twin stick shooter. Explore procedurally generated maps to collect resources and use weapons, abilities, and items to slay thousands of monsters all in about 15 minutes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horde Hunters.

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  8. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 97 reviews
    Critic Score 45%Based on 2 reviews

    A randomly generated game within the story of an obsessed author. Explore the repeating worlds and swing your sword really fast, while uncovering the true, overarching adventure within. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Story Goes On.

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  9. Launch yourself into battle, fighting endless hordes of unique enemies, adapt and overcome the challenge.  Features Fight Countless Waves of Enemies: Face off against swarms of alien adversaries with unique behaviors and attack patterns, creating an ever-intensifying bullet hell experience. Equip and Upgrade: Manage multiple weapons simultaneously, each with its own upgrade path. Collect and u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyperspace Striker.

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  10. 65%Game Brain Score
    65% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Play as Kidd, a young goat who works at a potion shop. You've been tasked with gathering some rare potion ingredients for the shop. Explore three unique levels as you search for ingredients. NOTE: Visuals in this release trailer are old and greatly improved in the current version! There are leaves spread across the levels that can be collected. Each level contains enemies, hazards a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Apothecary's Apprentice.

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  11. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    84% User Score Based on 855 reviews

    You are the final boss in this brutal synergy arena roguelike. Select a character, equip boss patterns and combine tons of attacks to create unique builds. Play solo or in co-op! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noobs Are Coming.

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  12. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    89% User Score Based on 1,926 reviews

    Norse themed Roguelike enemy hell, where you’ll have to survive hordes of creatures that come your way. Unlock new weapons and abilities as you battle. Upgrade your character's stats with Constellation Ability Trees and slay your enemies before they surround you, or it may be too late… Fight all sorts of beasts, from basic creatures to Elite monsters and Epic bosses with their own IA. Don’t be fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nordic Ashes: Survivors of Ragnarok.

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  13. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 402 reviews

    In this fast-paced roguelike side-scroller, hack and slash your way through the Dulce Base as Crimson the combat robot. Unleash fierce rhythmic attacks, customize and retrofit your build whenever, and uncover the true past of a post-apocalyptic robotic civilization… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oblivion Override.

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  14. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    86% User Score Based on 3,346 reviews

    Embark on a thrilling journey in God of Weapons, an action roguelike where you must ascend the tower of Zhor to reclaim the last light for the world. To survive the monster onslaught on each tower's level, you'll need to obtain and carefully organize weapons and accessories in your inventory. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to God Of Weapons.

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  15. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    83% User Score Based on 539 reviews

    Slash and survive a typical workday as Dracula's overworked and underappreciated servant! You'll have a bloody good time as you rampage through New Orleans to find fresh victims for your narcissistic boss. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Renfield: Bring Your Own Blood.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 119 reviews

    Collect synergizing items to create an overpowered character to fight hordes of cyclops monsters. Cyclo Chambers is a fast-paced, top-down arena shooter with light rogue-like elements. 200 items to choose from to create frantic combinations. Different runs every time. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cyclo Chambers.

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  17. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    82% User Score Based on 365 reviews

    All heroes got corrupted! Unlock a diverse cast of crafty professionals, use their unique skills, create your own builds and defend your home by eliminating hordes of monsters. Gather materials, rebuild your village and craft your way to the origin of this malignous curse! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crafty Survivors.

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  18. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 2,003 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 14 reviews

    Rogue Hero is a 4 player action rpg with roguelike elements, combining procedural dungeons and an expansive overworld full of secrets. Take down the various dungeons, build up your village, or just fish, farm and swim around Tasos. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Hero.

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  19. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    96% User Score Based on 98 reviews

    Operation Steel is a roguelike shoot-em-up rendered in beautiful hand-drawn art. Blow up loads of enemies, destroy huge bosses, find weapons, and upgrade your load-out between levels. Combat the electronic legion across 20+ procedurally generated levels! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operation STEEL.

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  20. Pest Control in the Crypt It seems like pests have gotten into the crypt again. It's time to pick up the potions, do some alchemy and clear them out. Collect coins, buy items and unlock an elemental path to beat the waves of pests. Remember, don't underestimate the pests. Can you make it to wave 20? Overview Pest Control in the Crypt is a top-down, rogue-like, strategy-based shooter where you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pest Control in the Crypt.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, story
    98% User Score Based on 510 reviews

    This is a third-person action roguelite game. Players will play one of several protagonists to challenge powerful enemies in the Animal Realm and solve the source of the incident. The game will include 4 protagonists with different fighting styles to unlock, 9 boss battles based on various Touhou characters, and nearly 100 kinds of enhanced abilities. ●EXCITING BATTLEIn terms of combat, the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Dystopian.

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  22. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, replayability
    99% User Score Based on 129 reviews

    This is the prologue version to the official full version of the game. This version is limited to the following: The prologue version only allows you access to 1 level. The prologue version allows you get through ~30% of the first level. The prologue version prevents you from playing newer game modes. The prologue version prevents you from unlocking achievements. The prologue versio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Letter Lancers: Prologue.

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  24. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 590 reviews

    Achilles: Survivor is a dynamic single-player bullet heaven game where you face thousands of enemies, build destructive structures, develop your character to return as an even more powerful machine of destruction and survive waves of enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Achilles: Survivor.

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  25. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    85% User Score Based on 2,984 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 4 reviews

    Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel is a gripping roguelike, horde-survivor game with top-notch graphics. Choose one of the damned heroes and attempt to pass the Gods' test by fighting your way through waves of mythical adversaries. If you succeed in all the trials, you will become the chosen Jotunnslayer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jotunnslayer: Hordes of Hel.

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  26. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    88% User Score Based on 107 reviews

    Wishlist on steam now! https://store.steampowered.com/widget/2317880/ Survive 500 seconds! Hi, I'm Penusbmic. Decided to make a little game. Inspired by games like 20 Mins till Dawn & Vampire Survivors. My goal was to focus on the game design instead of the art (Mostly only do art/animations). Used my Own Assets (The Tiny Alchemist Series), some sounds from Shapeforms & music from alkakrab.  T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bullet Bunny.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    98% User Score Based on 159 reviews

    Stand-Alone is a 2D roguelite action platformer game. A world inhabited by athro, a robot that lost everything along with its memories due to an explosion at the center, is the only one left and wants to carry on its beliefs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OVIS LOOP.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    85% User Score Based on 211 reviews

    You! the most outstanding pioneer who graduated from this kingdom, are finally about to embark on your legendary journey. Construct towns across various levels to fend off waves of attacks from diverse enemies until you establish a firm footing and complete your exploration! Build your own mini town Expand progressively on the barren map, construct a complete town, and uncover rarer buildings an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Border Pioneer.

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  29. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 83 reviews

    Slash through never-ending hordes of possessed creatures and try to survive! Choose from a variety of upgrades to create overpowered builds. Unlock unique characters and discover powerful synergies to aid in your quest to become the ultimate demon hunter and purify the kingdom. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hollow Survivors.

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  30. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    99% User Score Based on 165 reviews

    The free prologue for Pesticide Not Required, a game that combines auto-attacking bullet heaven roguelites with farming game mechanics to create an expansive set of strategies and build combinations. Destroy huge hordes of evil insects, grow tons of crops, create your own build path, and unlock unique characters to play with! This prologue version contains similar mechanics to the main game, but … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pesticide Not Required: Prologue.

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  31. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 728 reviews

    Build unique synergy spell combos to destroy the hordes of monsters and bosses in this rogue-lite action game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spell Disk.

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  32. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 91 reviews

    Kitty Survivors is a funny action rogue-lite game where you slay hordes of creatures, create overpowered builds, use elemental skills and craft stupid weapons. Join a growing guild of misfits with a thirst for milk, hired to protect the Kingdom of Catmere! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kitty Survivors: Rogues of Catmere.

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  35. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    79% User Score Based on 124 reviews

    Striving for Light: Survival brings the exploration of procedurally generated skill trees to the arena survival roguelite genre. Craft unique builds, unlock new weapons, skills and maps, slay hordes of monsters and take on massive boss fights. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Striving for Light: Survival.

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  36. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 3,917 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 9 reviews

    Dungeon-Crawling First Person Shooting at its finest! Fast-paced combat! Dozens of perks, spells and enemies! Level ups! Random Dungeons! Traps! Badass bosses! Carrots! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ziggurat.

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  37. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Overview Gather together troops and weapons to fight through increasingly difficult armies in this rogue-like deck-building game. Establish synergies between your cards and treasures to create the strongest army! Build a deck from selections of random cards, and during combat each card is played in a random position on the field. Cards synergize with each other based on things like their relative … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rally (alpha demo).

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    94% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    This is not just another brick breaker game. This is Caromble!, a fresh new take on the brick break game! Free the corrupted world and fight evil with physics-based destruction, puzzles, explosions, skill-levels, power-ups, mayhem, more explosions, further puzzles, speedruns, superscore medals, unlockable challenges and some surprises you would't expect in a brick breaker game. Brick break your wa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Caromble!.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 440 reviews

    Dracomaton is a top-down roguelike bullet hell where you swap between multiple playstyles on the fly. Equip yourself with various Forms that have different strengths and weaknesses, OR Mod existing Forms with the characteristics of other ones! A fast-paced, single-player experience built for interesting replayability 16 unique Forms with 3 potential Mod versions each Over 30+ build-influe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DRACOMATON.

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  40. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 5,176 reviews

    Walk upon a new world and slay foes endangering it. Rogue : Genesia is an action rogue-lite game, where you fight relentless hordes consisting of hundreds and thousands of monsters, carve your path through their ranks, defeat the boss and save one of the many worlds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue: Genesia.

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  41. 46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    38% User Score Based on 204 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Onikira takes the deep fighting mechanics of some of the most amazing 3D beat ‘em ups, like Ninja Gaiden or Bayonetta, and merges them with classic 2D platformer mechanics in a way that has never been done before. For example, launch an enemy into the air, wall jump to position yourself above them, then Katana Slam them into the ground. Switch to the Naginata and use the Naginata Lift and air dash… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Onikira: Demon Killer.

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  42. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    91% User Score Based on 482 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    A roguelite labyrinth lodged in the side of a star. Dodge gorgeous waves of bullets, claim weapons and upgrades, defeat The Warden, and rescue... Rodney? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starward Rogue.

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  43. Goat Survivor – Only the best strategies will ensure survival! Face endless waves of enemies and survive until the end with quick thinking and adaptability! However, fighting alone won’t be enough—stand on the magic circle and stay there for a set time to claim victory! Key Features: Choose your character and upgrade their abilities! Select from various characters with unique abilities and gro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goat Survivor.

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  44. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    RETROKILL VERSION 1.01 RETROKILL is a demake of ULTRAKILL. I have no affiliation with ULTRAKILL and this is an unofficial fan project that is available for free. UPDATE LOG: 1.01: > Fixed rare crash caused by an enemy in M-2 ------------- 1.0: > Prelude is complete - as for main content, RETROKILL is now complete > Cerberus enemy added > Added "IN-GAME" option for Style Meter > 0-5 C… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RETROKILL // an ULTRAKILL Demake // VER 1.01.

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  45. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    With a plethora of wands at your disposal, there's no need to be born with magic to become a real master of wizardry! What does that mean?It means that in this roguelite action-adventure game your abilities all come from the wands you collect throughout the levels. Play through long adventures or small side missions, where you're tested on your skill with specific staffs. Or maybe fighting against… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thaumavel.

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  46. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    90% User Score Based on 293 reviews

    Fight hordes of Covenant & Flood in this new game mixing Roguelite & Bullet Heaven for hours of mindless fun! Have fun surviving Spartan! Spartan Survivors includes 10 playable levels 5 difficulty modes 21 weapons for a total of 105 evolutions // 14 perks with 56 upgrades 8 playable characters with their unique weapons, perks & stats Unlock Custom Game to tailor the game th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spartan Survivors.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    98% User Score Based on 178 reviews

    OVIS LOOP is an Action Roguelite with Fluid Pixel animation and Skill-Deck Building. Step into and be a sheep armed with a sci-fi greatsword, carving a path through wolves. Modify your skills within the desolate worlds of a sci-fi apocalypse to create a unique combat style that is all your own. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OVIS LOOP.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 234 reviews

    Knights Within is being developed by Indecision Labs, a solo developer working on their first public project. Humanity is fighting for survival against the wraiths that now reign dominant in the world. Thankfully, technology is on our side. Fight your way through hordes of enemies while completing objectives to further mankind's struggle to survive. Embark on procedurally generated miss… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knights Within.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    Gunforged is a fantasy roguelite shooter where you construct powerful and unique builds every run. Forge your dual guns from a huge number of randomized parts and acquire game-changing abilities to create the ultimate monster-slaying hero. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunforged.

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