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Games like Dark Cosmos

Looking for games like Dark Cosmos? Here are top strategy recommendations with a horror and science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with SpaceSlog, Duskers or Super Space Planet Fighter.

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  1. SpaceSlog is a challenging sci-fi spaceship simulator that focuses on shipbuilding, crew interaction, and exploration. Inspired by games such as Rimworld, Starship Theory, Dwarf Fortress and X-COM, as well as iconic media such as Firefly, Battlestar Galactica, Stargate Universe and The Expanse. Your colony ship has been destroyed. Fortunately, a few survivors managed to escape on a small ship. No… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SpaceSlog.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 3,658 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 3 reviews

    Pilot drones into derelict spaceships to find the means to survive and piece together how the universe became a giant graveyard. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duskers.

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  3. IN THE YEAR 10000, HUMANITY HAS REALIZED ALL TOO LATE THAT THEIR FATE HAS BEEN SEALED IN DOOM BY THE MALICIOUS VOX AND THE ABYSMAL HORRORS THAT LURK IN THE SURROUNDING DARKNESS. ONLY ONE HOPE REMAINS: AN ULTRA-ADVANCED STARSHIP HELLBENT ON DESTROYING ALL THAT EXISTS TO REBOOT THE UNIVERSE AND RESTORE THE GOLDEN AGE. GO NOW, SPACE FIGHTER, BRING FORTH CATACLYSMIC DESTRUCTION!EXPLORE UNIQUE SOLAR … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Space Planet Fighter.

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  4. >>Game Background<< In the 50th century, human society has reached unprecedented heights, and interstellar travel is no longer a dream but a part of daily life. The Human Cosmic Development Committee has approved the "Century Project." Over the next century, humanity will first establish a space base in the Alpha Centauri System, followed by the construction of the most magn… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FARWORLD BEACON.

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  5. Expand your own galactic empire across new stars, research technologies, and challenge great alien powers in this immersive 4X grand strategy game. Build interstellar colonies, and starbases to gather more resources. Explore a unique galaxy full of secrets, great perils, and limitless possibilities. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to New Stars.

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  6. An Epic Space AdventureFree Stars: Children of Infinity is an action-adventure game inspired by the golden age of science fiction, defined by its hopeful future, wondrous technology, and a grandiose galaxy filled with eclectic stories. You are the captain of a mission to the farthest reaches of space, where you'll discover thousands of exotic worlds and dozens of alien denizens. Some are friendl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Free Stars: Children of Infinity.

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  7. * This game's visuals and content are subject to change as it is currently under development.From Ruin to Revival: Forge Your Destiny in PerpessionIn the desolate remains of what was once a thriving metropolis, you awaken to the world's harsh reality after the fall. Welcome to Perpession, where civilization has crumbled, and survival hinges on your ability to manage resources wisely. Amidst the ru… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Perpession.

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  8. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    The Planetologist is a top down shooter game in which you are a scientist who has to travel with your spaceship through different planets and with a portable scanner laboratory to collect all the information that your sensors can collect. Survives the dangers of different alien environments and finds in the confines of the galaxy a crew to help you survive your adventures. UPGRADE YOUR SHIP Expl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Planetologist.

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  9. In the cosmic strategy game "Dark Era", humanity faces the ultimate test of endurance in a universe on the brink of eternal darkness. Set in a time 10^40 years after the birth of the universe, where black holes and dying neutron stars dominate the cosmos, you must lead the remnants of civilization to salvation. Stationed at a frontier outpost orbiting a supermassive black hole, your miss… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Era.

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  10. The Last Voyage There are no second chances. This is already our last shot. Updated 2021-03-17:  I've gone back and made a few quality of life improvements to the game post-jam. A  fast-forward button has been added, and a few sim and UI tweaks. Take command of Earth's first and last interstellar starship, the Sojourner, and flee our dying world with the last remnants of the human race. In The … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Voyage.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    About This GameAn alien ship has crash-landed on prehistoric Earth. Stranded and far from home, the survivors find themselves surrounded by primitive humans. The only way back to the stars? Ignite the spark of civilization. Click To Civ is an incremental game with active clicking where you collect ancient civilization badges and grow your hometown into a thriving hub of progress. Gameplay L… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Click to Civ.

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  12. The Last World is a sci-fi simulation game with elements of space, adventure, survival, modding and automation. The game in which the player has to create his own empire from the ruins of the old one. Mine, build, research, produce and travel! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last World.

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  13. SPACE EXPLORER: Way Home (CONTAINS FULL SOURCE CODE + ASSETS) Tech Used: Three.js, JavaScript, HTML, CSS Lightweight browser-based game, with the option to be converted into an Electron desktop application. **Short Description** Lost 7,850 light-years from Earth. Explore an infinite universe, harvest resources, survive cosmic dangers, and guide Commander Nova back home.* > *The universe is inf… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SPACE EXPLORER - WAY HOME (SOURCE CODE + ASSETS).

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  14. 49%Game Brain Score
    49% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    We're now fully funded, and we were able to raise almost double our goal! The amount of support and enthusiasm the community has shown for this game has brought me to tears. As a new developer publishing my first project I can't express how much this has meant to me. The campaign is over, but we still have a few stretch goals we can work towards and late pledges are enabled if anyone wants to get … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skyless Blind.

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  15. 81%Game Brain Score
    81% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    6th June 2182, Mars The Space Station Factory orbiting the planet is undergoing an unprecedented mutiny. The main computer of the space station UNSS ASAMI has gone rougue during decommissioning and gained control of the guardian droids. After winning a short battle with the UN army dislocated on Mars, the rebellious mainframe is now pointing the station towards earth with its load of uncontained … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lester (C64).

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  16. Ironseed 3The Long ReturnThe Story Continues… The Ironseed did not die in deep space. It endured. Long after the escape from Mars, long after the fall of certainty, the ship still drifts... scarred, ancient, and carrying a burden no machine was ever meant to bear. You are no longer simply a captain. You are Vigil, the ship itself. A fractured guardian consciousness, holding together systems, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ironseed 3 : Vigil.

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  17. Guide your civilization to epic victory in Ephemeris, the upcoming turn-based space war strategy game with RTS style combat. Ephemeris draws inspiration from some of the genre’s classics like Master of Orion and Homeworld, and brings them together with some unique and new features, like physics-based combat and a randomly generated tech tree. The strategy side has been streamlined to minimise the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ephemeris.

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  18. Stranded at the Edge of ExistenceAfter a catastrophic first contact shatters humanity’s expedition fleet, you and a small group of survivors crash-land on a hostile, unknown world in the Lost Galaxy—a forgotten corner of the universe, beyond charts and signals. With no help coming, your only hope is to build, defend, and rediscover what remains of our fractured civilization. Can you survive the e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Galaxy: Echoes of War.

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  19. An unforgettable journey of discovery, hope, and survival, as you strive to unlock the secrets of the universe and pave the way for humanity's destiny. By intertwining Exploration, Adaptive Gameplay, and Survival, ETERNITY offers a rich and immersive experience where you’re guiding humanity’s last fleet through a procedurally generated galaxy, and your “empire” is a moving city of ships. Every ve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eternity.

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  20. ATTENTION: This is a hardcore game where awareness and independent decision-making are essential.You choose what to research and how to progress. There’s no single “correct” path—experiment, try different strategies, learn from mistakes, and develop your own tactics. A grim strategy game that combines base building, defending against enemy waves, and exploring a star map filled with missions, eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tin Lord.

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  21. In 2163, an asteroid hit Mars. New gemstones were discovered there, and an unknown phenomenon occurred around the gemstones. The V-Space company launched a project to send the mining robot Vidis to Mars to bring the gemstones. Join the Mission of Vidis, a robot miner who smashes rocks and mines Gemstones. Classic color-based puzzles where simple rules, different strategies, and order are import… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Miner Vidis.

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  22. Local Award Winning Game of Nasa Space Apps 2020.For the REAL experience we recomend to DOWNLOAD the WIN executable, since it wasn't done for HTML5 and has some issues.Link to the project site: https://2019.spaceappschallenge.org/challenges/stars/orbital-scrap-metal-the-video-game/teams/junkman/project Game description: The main idea is to raise awareness and teach the population about garbage i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Junkman: The Kessler Syndrome.

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  23. Development Alpha version  - The aim is to get YOUR feedback to help shape the final release.  Wiki: https://beachhead.fandom.com/wiki/Beachhead_Wiki Discord: https://discord.gg/yUn4TtA Watch the walkthrough videos Comic included in version 1.0.2  Beachhead is a reverse-xcom-esque turn based strategy game based on the comic series ‘Scars of Seven’ (included with the build).  As a member of the Hor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scars of Seven: Beachhead.

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  24. Cooperation. Looting. Survival. In the depths of a ruined galaxy, laws no longer exist. The great factions have collapsed, giving way to cosmic chaos where only cunning, strength, and cooperation can ensure survival. You play as a Void Raider, a free-roaming space scavenger ready to risk everything to seize rare resources and forgotten artifacts. You are not alone, several enemy factions are un… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Raider.

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  25. 59%Game Brain Score
    59% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Device with 3GB minimum RAM required to play Explore a MASSIVE persistent universe. 900,000 stars, each star with its own solar system. More than 4 million planets to discover! Full 3D universe. Fly your starship to any part of the galaxy and to any planet. MASSIVE planets with terrain - fly down through the planet atmosphere and see the detailed terrain. Planets can have oceans with animated wat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Starship.

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  26. Synopsis: Exodus: Black Sun is a satirical SciFi RTS that revives the magic of the genre’s classics while innovating on its core conventions. You’ll wage a brutal resource war across a variety of game modes using a host of fresh mechanics that give you unparalleled control over your army’s tactics and play-style. Game Mechanics: -Infinite Unit Cap! Unit caps! They’re frustrating, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exodus : Black Sun.

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  27. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    88% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    WarpVector is an immersive sci-fi roguelike built around exploration, tactics, and storytelling. It features a physics-based space combat and navigation system, retro ASCII graphics, and an original soundtrack.SynopsisStellarographers predict that in 1000 days a supernova will destroy your home planet, Altaris IV. It is believed, however, that there is an ancient artifact, the Orbitron Device, th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WarpVector.

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    54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    54% User Score Based on 122 reviews

    NIGHTSIDE is a sci-fi base building real time strategy game set on the dark side of an unknown planet where the valuable "green ice" resource can be found. Follow Adam, a human explorer, as he discovers the secrets of this dark world through a story-driven single player campaign, battle online against other players or team up against AI opponents or practice solo against a challenging AI. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nightside.

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  30. In a distant future where humanity has abandoned the solar system, leaving silent worlds and unsolved mysteries, you are a lone interstellar traveler who crash-lands on Earth. Now a desolate and unrecognizable planet haunted by the remnants of a vanished civilization, Earth becomes your unexpected battleground for survival. With no way to leave, your mission is to restore an abandoned launch base… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Silent Desolation.

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  31. Xentra Station is a retro-inspired 2D shooting platform set in a futuristic mysterious world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xentra Station.

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  32. Idle Carbon Zero is a premium, high-stakes climate strategy simulation where you take command of the Global Environmental Agency (GEA) starting in the year 2026. Your mission is to steer humanity away from the brink of ecological collapse as global temperatures and CO2 concentrations rise toward catastrophic tipping points. Game Overview The game blends "grand strategy" with "idle simulation,"… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Carbon Zero: Save Earth.

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  33. Ancient Maze — Explore the Mysterious Ancient Labyrinth In the Imperial Year 4720, humanity faces an inevitable end. A rapidly approaching star, Novaria, has made Earth’s surface uninhabitable within a single year. To avoid extinction, the Provisional World Government launches Operation Avalon, a massive underground migration plan. During the construction of vast shelters, an unknown subterran… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ancient Maze.

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  34. STARHOME is a single-player, real-time strategy game where your choices shape the future. After losing your planet, you set out at the head of the survivor's fleet to find a new home for your people. Venture into the boundless reaches of space, where survival demands a careful balance between resource management and combat. In the harsh and unforgiving depths of the cosmos, you'll need to build… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STARHOME.

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  35. Build and expand your empire among the stars in this relaxing single-player RTS. Command fleets, manage planetary infrastructure, and research new technologies while enjoying a clear overview of your domain through minimalist visuals. Key Features:Strategic Resource Management Manage your empire's infrastructure and resources across multiple planets. Each world offers limited building space and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Empires of a Tiny Universe.

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  36. Plays great on Steam Deck Steam Deck is fully supported, including such features as: Custom default settings for a pre-tuned experienced the first time you jump in. UI and font scaling to read better on the smaller screen. Fully playable with controller input (Xbox, PlayStation, and Switch Pro gamepads also supported on desktop) A collection of hand-adjusted tweaks to various aspects of t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Memory's Reach.

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  37. After the Great War, the invasion of crystal erosion disease and unknown creatures appeared, The fate of mankind is at stake. And with the "mapping domain" discovered, Humanity see the light. As the most elite investigation team in Valan City, You are on a mission to find the truth, Lead the team to continue exploring in the two spaces of "material domain" and "mapping … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 破碎原像.

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  38. God Machines is a turn-based tactical RPG with roguelike features where you play as a sentient AI fighting for survival in a hostile post-nuclear world. Control a squad of Combatants through a Brainlink interface to gather resources and rebuild the GRID infrastructure to expand your reach. Improve your Combatants by enhancing their flesh or replacing it with augmentations. Decide the fate of those… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to God Machines.

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  39. To Earth: The Last Hope In the year 2050, the world is facing a post-apocalyptic scenario. The zombie invasion threatens humanity, and the last hopes have been left on Mars. The ultimate salvation for humanity lies in the hands of a robot equipped with the latest technology. It's an exhilarating survival and action game set in a post-apocalyptic world. You are chosen as the last hope for humanit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chaos Journey.

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  40. Steel Artery is a train-city building simulator set in a steampunk fantasy world. Your task is to create a thriving city on wheels, where every wagon is a new piece of infrastructure and every decision shapes the lives of thousands of inhabitants. Once upon a time, the Empire built the legendary Steelpolis, a colossal train that showcased technological power, economic dominance, and authority. It… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steel Artery: Train City Builder.

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  41. Worlds: The Great Odyssey is in the early stages of development. By purchasing now, you’re supporting our journey to complete the full game while gaining exclusive early access to explore content as it’s created. What You Get Right Now Access to the first playable build of Worlds: The Great Odyssey. Starting gear package: Tesseract Energy Core Muramusa (sidearm with damage bonus) Ascalon … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WORLDS: The Great Odyssey.

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  42. Screen Boy is a fun 2D platformer adventure full of excitement and danger! Join Screen Boy as he explores colourful worlds, dodges traps, and takes on massive bosses. With smooth controls and action-packed levels, it’s a thrilling quest that keeps you playing! Can you Save Screen Girl? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Screen Boy.

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  43. Starnded: Gardens of the Rubellite is a first-person survival RPG set on Sara-376c - a hostile, pink-and-purple wilderness 70 light-years from Earth, and humanity’s final attempt at survival. Before disaster struck, Earth’s nations launched one desperate mission: send a million capable people to a habitable world. With the old systems collapsing, survival became the only currency. Those who bui… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starnded: Gardens of the Rubellite.

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  44. 31%Game Brain Score
    31% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    In the game Schiffbruch you are stranded on a desert island in the southern Caribbean. First you have to manage to survive: That means finding drinking water and something to eat. Later you explore the island, experience adventures and try to be rescued from the island. How to play The most important elements in Schiffbruch are the three fluid levels on the right side of your screen. If your hea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Schiffbruch.

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  45. Describe Are you a game developer seeking a high-quality, feature-packed source code to elevate your portfolio or create a new release? Submarine Adventure is the perfect solution. This engaging game blends fast-paced action with rewarding exploration, offering hours of entertainment for players. The source code is clean, customizable, and packed with exciting features, making it an excellent inv… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Submarine Adventure.

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  46. I created this game way back in 1990, at a time when the ZX SPECTRUM was becoming a thing of the past. It was one of those projects I never intended to release. Back then, the Internet was something that wasn’t even in our wildest imagination, and for someone like me, writing a game in Portugal, there was no way to publish it widely, let alone promote it. SPACE 1999 was an experiment for … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space 1999 : INVASION.

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  47. Travel seamlessly from ground to space and back without a hitch in a truly interconnected Galaxy. Experience a one of kind top down procedurally generated open world that lets you navigate both the stars and the surfaces of planets. Fight against numerous creatures, robots and human enemies across different environments. Learn and adapt to the fighting styles of adversaries from various planets… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forces of Ether.

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  48. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    95% User Score Based on 353 reviews

    You are the captainFree Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters® is a classic space game that captures the charm of retro science-fiction, space combat, and high adventure. Your story begins as the captain of the last human starship, with Earth trapped under a hostile forcefield. You are the last hope for humanity in a fight for control of the galaxy, as you explore thousands of unknown worlds and get dozens o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Free Stars: The Ur-Quan Masters.

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  49. Galactic Frontiers - Defense Protocol is an immersive tower defense game set in outer space, where players strategically fortify against waves of cosmic invaders using advanced technology and powerful towers. Created by three-person indie team mañana studios. Prepare for an odyssey into the far reaches of space with Galactic Frontiers - Defense Protocol. As the commander of humanity's last b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Frontiers - Defense Protocol.

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  50. Evo-7 is a minimalist action platformer from indie game company Hjartdal Studios about a little robot named Evo-7 who’s embarking on a dangerous mission for the Galactic Republic.  In a daring move, enemy spies stole top-secret data tapes from a high-security government vault in Capitol City — but as they were being pursued, their ship crash-landed at a remote, uncharted space station crawling wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Evo-7.

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