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  1. This game was made for the 2017 Procedural Generation Jam. You are an explorer stuck in a caverns of an alien planet, and your oxygen supply is getting low. Navigate the caves, avoid alien life, collect oxygen caches and find the teleporter that takes you to next cave. You die if you run out of oxygen, collide with alien life or fall down at high enough speed (about six tiles of uninterrupted fall… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oxygen.

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  2. Yui Tui is a 2D Platform Action game where Yako, the protector of the island, has been assigned to eliminate the enemies who infiltrated the island with an intention of ruling over it. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yui Tui.

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  3. Start at level entry → Avoid hazards with jumps/jetpack → Collect Datacores → Reach the exit alive → Unlock next level ️ No Saves. No Checkpoints. Just Pure, Fast-Paced Fun. FailFactory isn’t about grinding hours for progress — it’s about skill, rhythm, and the thrill of the run. Designed for short, intense sessions, the game features: Quick-to-restart levels — die once, restart instantly… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FailFactory.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Pentasma is a side-scrolling arcade shooter inspired by Williams Electronics' 1981 classic 'Defender'. Protect The terraforming Humanoids from the deadly Aliens and raid the Alien planets to keep the galaxy peaceful! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pentasma.

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  5. 50%Game Brain Score
    100% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Having found his home on one of the distant planets, the space cat decides to settle down on it. But the local creatures did not appreciate this choice and decide to drive away the furry alien. Our task is very simple, to protect yourself and your shelter from the attacks of unfriendly monsters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Cat 3.

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  6. A brave little sun has found himself in endless neon dungeons! Help him jump across platforms, collect coins, dodge devious enemies, and destroy blocks in search of hidden treasures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neon Sunset.

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  7. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    92% User Score Based on 96 reviews
    Critic Score 30%Based on 1 reviews

    Challenging 2D platformer in the best traditions of classic games, with an excellent chiptune soundtrack. The game will check your nerves for strength and bring a lot of emotions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Dungeon.

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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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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    72% User Score Based on 53 reviews

    Den is a one-eyed alien who is grounded after the terrible crash of a spaceship. On this planet, one can control the gravity around him to walk in space. Lucky Dan is also able to change the gravity on the ground. Help him to reach the lost ship. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravity Den.

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  11. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    83% User Score Based on 154 reviews

    Space Elite Force is a frenetic side-scrolling, full of explosions and epic battles against bosses. With its large amount of upgrades and its high level of difficulty, Space Elite Force is the ideal game for anyone who wants frenzied action, quick plays and a few hours of fun. Embark on this battle and help defeat the awful Klyvu race! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Elite Force.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    71% User Score Based on 198 reviews

    Flix is a flea who lives on a Dog, who in turn lives on a space-exploring rocket-ship. While exploring a new planetoid, Flix takes an unfortunate nosedive into a chasm. It's your mission to guide Flix up and out of monster infested caves in the hopes of getting him back to his rocket-ship and the sanctuary of his cozy doggie home. Highly inspired by the wonderful 8-bit classic "La Pulga" (AKA: Bu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flix The Flea.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 90 reviews

    Golden Hornet is a retro style twin-stick shooter inspired by 'Choplifter', 'Fort Apocalypse', and Stern Electronics' arcade game 'Rescue'. Become a pilot of the multipurpose helicopter 'Golden Hornet' — rescue hostages and destroy enemy outposts. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Hornet.

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  14. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    81% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Alone on Mars is a 2D survival shooter on Mars. The gameplay is a platformer with a mixture of sandbox and Tower Defense. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alone on Mars.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 777 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 4 reviews

    Capsized is a fast paced 2D platformer focused on intense action and exploration. As a intrepid space traveler, your ship has crash landed on a mysterious alien planet. You must navigate through the perilous environment and fight off blood-thirsty creatures to save your crewmates and escape with your lives! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Capsized.

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  16. Jump Up, Jerry! is an arcade platformer where you have to jump your way through different types of cable cars and enemies in order to reach for your highest score. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jump Up, Jerry!.

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  17. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Repton is a classic puzzle and strategy game released for the BBC Micro in 1985. The game features a little green dinosaur named Repton who must navigate through a series of mazes while collecting diamonds and avoiding dangers like falling rocks and monsters. The objective is to collect all the diamonds in each level before reaching the exit. Controls Use the arrow keys to control Repton. In ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pico8 REPTON.

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  18. Neon Space Ball is a fast-paced, physics-based platformer set in a neon-lit futuristic world. Guide your ball through rotating platforms, avoid deadly obstacles, and navigate challenging levels to reach the goal. With intuitive controls, vibrant visuals, and exciting level mechanics, the game offers a mix of strategy, precision, and reflex-based gameplay. The game features a unique life system … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neon Space Ball.

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  19. 35%Game Brain Score
    35% User Score Based on 8 reviews

    Bring Back The Sun by Daniel da Silva is a challenging 2D Platformer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bring Back the Sun.

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  20. UfoPilot: The Phadt Menace - Steam Edition again puts you at the controls of a nimble Vector-class starfighter, this time as a mercenary for hire tasked with rescuing captured StarFleet pilots from deep behind enemy lines. A sci-fi retro side-scrolling shoot-em-up / rescue game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UfoPilot: The Phadt Menace - Steam Edition.

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  22. ABOUT THE GAMEAn invasion of androids from outer space has reached Earth. Zion and Eerie find themselves surrounded by these strange androids who relentlessly capture humans. Faced with this situation, Zion is forced to use his martial arts skills to fight the enemies. With the help of cosmic armor obtained from one of the invading androids, he will embark on a crusade to save Eerie and the other … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmo Knight Zion.

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  23. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, stability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    Escape Space is a classic arcade space shooter with RPG mechanics. Fight for various factions against swarms of enemies or bosses and improve your standings, level up your rank, unlock new gear and weapons, and upgrade your spaceship.3 DIFFERENT FACTIONS As a mercenary, you'll get to decide for which faction(s) you're willing to fight. Your actions will have consequences, so choose wisely! The E… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape Space.

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  24. Follow Murphy on this evil adventure. Survive all the sectors and collect the keys from this alternate reality to fight Doitjma itself for Earth's freedom! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desert of Doitjma.

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    49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    49% User Score Based on 53 reviews

    You are a pilot of the spaceship "Znkl: 177". You need to deliver a capsule with important information to the cargo spaceship. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Znkl: 177.

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  26. 42%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    50% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Website: http://www.cyberpunk3776.com/ Steam: http://store.steampowered.com/app/343170 Cyberpunk 3776 harkens back to the glory days of arcade shoot-em-ups. It all begins on a postapocalyptic... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cyberpunk 3776.

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    60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    61% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Amaze Gears is a straightforward and surprisingly-difficult celebration of the simple beauty of the maze with traps, timer and calm soundtrack. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to aMAZE Gears.

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  29. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    74% User Score Based on 103 reviews

    Fight your way through the dungeons of the Alchemist's Castle, collect power ups and take back what is rightfully yours from the Alchemist himself in this old-school metroidvania! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alchemist's Castle.

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  30. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    95% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    A college football captain's fight to defend his rival's home-world from the rogue villain in his Professor's favorite arcade game. Slow time using Retro-Dash as you pilot Super G Machine through waves of scaling enemy's, defeat huge bosses, and explore Celestro with Captain Flerp and his copycat Nova! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ExtraGalactica.

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  31. 48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    70% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Again you are alone against the hordes of hostile spacecrafts where you can only rely on yourself. It is the victory or the death! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Space Shooter.

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  32. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    63% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    It's beautiful and not difficult to pass the game. Exciting obstacles and graphical effects. Move the main character to the portal and try not to die! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gray platformer.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability
    82% User Score Based on 160 reviews

    Horizon Shift is an explosive wave based, single screen shooter, with a ton of new ideas and platformer elements. Do what it takes to protect your horizon from the ever encroaching enemy attack! Use the unique risk reward multiplier system to maximise power-ups, build your bomb and destroy EVERYTHING! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horizon Shift.

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  34. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    68% User Score Based on 110 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    FOX n FORESTS is a 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by the glorious days of 16-bit! Switch between various seasons on the fly, shoot and slash with your magic melee crossbow and snatch valuable loot to unveil the mystery of the 5th seasons. A thrilling pixel art fable with rewarding super secrets, screen filling bosses and thriving exploration. This is 16-bit how you remember it! Fe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FOX n FORESTS.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    86% User Score Based on 185 reviews

    Save the Universe with the Alien-Cat in this brand new puzzle-platformer game! Jump on your enemies heads, push the boxes and walk on the ceiling. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Cat.

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    16%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    27% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Defeat 7 bosses in this radial Shoot 'em up game to obtain full power of color spectre and defeat hidden evil. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Er-Spectro.

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  37. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    89% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Astral Flux is an action-platformer with roguelite elements. Join two scrappers who are lost in space and find themselves caught up in an intergalactic mystery. Traverse hostile alien planets, discover dark secrets, and face powerful foes in combat. Death is inevitable, but it’s only the beginning. Carve a new path forward using the knowledge from your previous attempts. You’ll need to sharpen you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astral Flux.

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  38. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:humor
    84% User Score Based on 218 reviews

    A minimal space exploration and survival game. Pilot the last vessel of a fallen civilization into the vast unknown, in search of a new world to call home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Horizon.

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  39. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    97% User Score Based on 9,682 reviews

    Downwell is a curious game about a young man with guns for boots venturing down a well in search of untold treasures. Make your way further and further down into a darkness filled with nasty creatures and mysterious secrets and collect the spectacular red gems scattered about the rocks. Step into an oddly placed shop to buy some helpful items or level up between caverns to battle well dwelling mon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Downwell.

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  40. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability
    87% User Score Based on 92 reviews

    Enter an underground world of treasures and traps in Crystal Caves, a colorful EGA game that rivals any commercial game with its arcade quality, puzzles and graphics. As Mylo Steamwitz, enter cave after cave of adventure, gathering teasures and evading countless hazards. Crystal Caves is a mixing of Nintendo's Mario Brothers, Commander Keen, and Indiana Jones. As with all Apogee games, a high p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystal Caves.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 519 reviews

    Get back to some serious Old-School gaming with Syder Arcade! A love letter to Amiga games of the 90′, no coins, no upgrade grinding, just your tenacity and a motherload of alien invaders. Syder Arcade is a free scrolling, multi directional shoot ’em up, an uncompromised old-school experience, furious, challenging, straightforward. This game will bring you back in time, when bulky starships were … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Syder Arcade.

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  42. In this charming 2.5D platformer you'll venture through perilous caves and devious dungeons to escape your captors and reclaim your stolen eggs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dodo Master.

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  43. Waveforge is a 2D physics-based puzzle game where players manipulate water waves and emergent physical phenomena to guide a rubber duck to the goal. Set within a meticulously crafted pixel-art physics world reminiscent of Noita, it invites players to experience uniquely engaging physical interactions. Featuring over ten thoughtfully designed levels, the game delivers about 1 hour of delightfully c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Waveforge.

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  44. IsleDrift Navigate floating islands, master the dash, and don't fall into the water About the Game IsleDrift is a tactical top-down platformer where precision and strategy are key. Guide your character through treacherous floating islands filled with deadly water, crumbling platforms, and spike traps. Use your powerful dash ability to traverse… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IsleDrift.

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  45. This game is a C64 conversion of Space Invaders, the famous arcade game created by Tomohiro Nishikado in 1978. This particular version is designed to be controlled exclusively via the joystick's fire button. The game runs perfectly on both PAL and NTSC models of the Commodore 64. If you are using an emulator on a 60 Hz monitor, it is recommended to select an NTSC model for smoother gameplay. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Invaders One Button (C64).

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  46. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Dear Players, Thank you all for your support and love! This game is the very first one I’ve developed, filled with my dreams and hard work. As an independent developer, I hope to bring you a world full of adventure, challenges, and fun. Whether it’s exploring levels, solving puzzles, avoiding enemies, or unlocking new items, I want every player to enjoy each and every detail. For me, this ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ninja Frog.

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  47. After many years of learning the art of magic, young magician Martin has to pass all the challenges to prove that he is worthy to possess the power of the magic staff. To make it come true, he has to put the pommel of his magic staff into the waters of the magical lake located in the deepest part of the ancient castle. Game features: Beautiful graphics in the pixel art style Ambient music in r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Martin and the Magic Staff.

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  48. 63%Game Brain Score
    63% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    A retro 2D platformer with an emphasis on variety and accessibility. Play solo, or invite a friend to lend a helping hand with a time-freezing Butterfly. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Worlds Within Worlds.

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    45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    71% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Pavel has been captured by the diabolical mastermind Lukas. Taken to Lukas's castle on his own private island, Pavel must make his way through the trap filled castle to regain his freedom. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pavel Quest.

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  50. An rts 1v1 battle game, the background is the sandbox simulation of modern military warfare. You can command the coordinated operations of sea, land, air and space, play tactics freely, and experience military art, to fight until the enemy's capital is destroyed to win; If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sandbox War Dispatch.

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