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Games like Desert Shadows

Looking for games like Desert Shadows? Here are top shooter recommendations with a historical and violence focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with The Bandits of Sierra Fria, Lone Wolf: World War 2 or John's Quest.

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  1. The Bandits of Sierra Fría is a pixel art top-down shooter where redemption is earned through gunfire. Step into the boots of a man burdened by an unknown guilt as he ventures into the feared Sierra Fría, a lawless land inhabited by bandits, criminals, and lost souls. There are no judges here, no forgiveness—only quick shots, brutal choices, and relentless combat. Prepare to survive intense top… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bandits of Sierra Fria.

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  2. It is the dawn of World War 2 and you just joined the Royal Air Force! Fly over Europe and Northern Africa fighting against the enemy forces from above. Can you defeat the enemy and win the war? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lone Wolf: World War 2.

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  3. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    97% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    You are John Appleby, game historian. Your shadow twin "Evil John" has been doing some evil business and is causing genres to collide! Only you have the power to restore peace and save gaming... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to John's Quest.

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  4. Infinity Wanderer is an action platformer with pixel art visuals and a mix of metroidvania, roguelike and souls like genres. In Infinity Wanderer, players experience the dark and terrifying immersive story of Lunara. With carefully hand-designed levels and a deep character customization system, Infinity Wanderer offers a fluid and challenging rogue-like gameplay experience that combines fast gamep… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinity Wanderer.

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  5. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Dive into interstellar war In Galactic Outlaws, you’re part of an elite squadron tasked with impossible missions: sabotage, high-stakes rescues, and battles against enemy fleets. Choose your ship, customize its loadout, and face dynamic challenges across diverse scenarios—from enemy-infested asteroids to burning space stations. Key Features: Unlock and upgrade a fleet of ships, each wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Outlaws.

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  6. Axizon Labs: Zombies is a 2D Sci-Fi themed Platform Zombie Shooter Game based on the story of the sudden outbreak of ZMB Virus which affected 30% of the population around the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Axizon Labs: Zombies.

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  7. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics
    81% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    It's a nice dark day in Escondido, California and special agent Jack Banger and his superior Gilbert Simpson are planning their next operation. Their life of luxury is soon interrupted however when strange biomonster creatures start appearing all over the city and the ominous Devil Corp is suspected of being the source of the chaos. The Night Striker Squad are sent in to investigate and stop the a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fear Protocol: Codename Omega Starring Agent Jack Banger.

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  8. Sheriff on guard for the defense of Oldstone city against extraterrestrial forces If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sheriff Rage.

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  9. Become an armed slice of bread and survive endless waves of mutant vegetables! The kitchen has fallen into chaos. Vegetables have mutated into relentless monsters, and the last slice of bread is all that stands between them and total domination. Fight your way through dangerous rooms filled with unpredictable enemies. Defeat powerful vegetable foes, unlock new abilities, and create unique buil… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Veggies War.

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    A cinematic medieval action adventure set during the Mongol invasions. Survive brutal battles, hunt your enemies, and lead your people through a collapsing world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Old War.

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  11. FIGHT BY DAY. CHOOSE BY NIGHT.Cruzado blends fast-paced action with strategic decision-making. During the day, you must survive relentless hordes of enemies. Make it through the battle, and nightfall gives you a chance to recover your health, drink potions, improve your equipment, and prepare for the next day. But every decision you make at night comes at a cost. You only have a limited number of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cruzado.

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  12. SkiFree meets Survivors! Shred down a procedural mountain, blasting monsters to hard-rock Christmas tunes. Dodge trees, jump enemies, and yes—you can run over squirrels. Fast-paced winter chaos for any season! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Let it ride!.

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  13. The Shadow Syndicate is a stylized noir stealth-action game set in 1930s Brooklyn. Sneak, fight, and uncover a dark conspiracy using supernatural powers. Explore a vibrant city, play mini-games, and solve mysteries in this thrilling cinematic experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shadow Syndicate.

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  14. A devastating alien pathogen, unearthed from the frozen depths of Antarctica, has unleashed chaos across the world. Once hailed as humanity's greatest discovery, the pathogen now fuels the ambitions of the shadowy Power Consortium—a ruthless alliance of corporations bent on weaponizing its horrifying potential. In the midst of this chaos, the PHANTOM Initiative rises to challenge the darkness. St… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PAATH-Z.

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  15. Game Overview"...The horizon is still dark. The afterlife has long nights." ~ Sofia Chemistians "BAAS" is a story-driven 2D bullet hell shooting game set in the afterlife. The gameplay is a hybrid of side-scrolling action and bullet hell shooting. Control your character to avoid dynamic and diverse high-density attacks unleashed by enemies. Defeat foes using unique attacks… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle Against the Acolytes of Science.

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  16. ZZZZZAAAAAAPPPPPPP!!!!!! You've found a retro style, 2D top-down action/adventure game in the vein of select retro-gaming archetypes!! Designed as a Couch style local co-op or solo campaign. NOTE: Two (2) controllers are required to play a local multiplayer game. Weapons & Power-ups Chose to upgrade your Systems with either Shields or faster engine AND range of fire!! Upgrade your Weapon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Lightning.

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  17. 86%Game Brain Score
    86% User Score Based on 742 reviews

    Shoot & Sow is a top-down arena shooter roguelite, where players control unique characters and fight vegetables and fruits. Players can plant seeds to grow special items, as well as buy a variety of weapons and items to help them in their cause. Complete talent tree by defeating bosses to further upgrade your characters. Can you survive on your own farm?Control in the browser version:WASD or arrow… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shoot & Sow.

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  18. Battle of Finland: Winter War is a 2D side-scrolling action platformer.The Soviet Union began the conquest of Finland on November 30 1939, thus the Winter War was started. Can you help small Finland stop the red army steam rolling over Finland? ABOUT THE GAME You play as a nameless Finnish farmer, that can shoot, survive cold winters of Finland and ski. Level up your player and unlock new skills,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle of Finland: Winter War.

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  19. Bavovna included! - a satirical, casual indie game in the Shoot 'em up genre with pixel graphics about Russian troops in Ukraine. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bavovna included!.

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  20. Bebok Invasion is a 2D platforming shooter with many different abilities. 24 levels of jumping, climbing, dashing and fighting against enemies! Warning. In full version abilities are unlocked as you progress. In demo they are unlocked only in level 4. This is an early version of the game. Early Access is a way for me to receive valuable feedback and of course helps me raise funds for further devel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bebok Invasion.

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  21. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:funny, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    He lived happily on his lost in the galaxy planet before the arrival of a race of small and evil beings with a self-destruction mania. After numerous tortures and experiments to turn him into a weapon for absurd fratricidal wars, he managed to escape. Now his only goal is to rid the world of the most terrible disease — people.— Fight enemies in 5 eras of this 2D metroidvania platform game.— Custom… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Angry Giant.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    88% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    Maria Moore is wrongfully imprisoned in the dreaded Mawgate Asylum. To survive she must do things she never thought herself capable of. Fight, hide, solve puzzles, and investigate the illusive dark forces behind the asylum. Maria must escape, or be consumed by the madness of Mawgate… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mawgate.

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  23. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 154 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 3 reviews

    Kusan: City of Wolves now features two aiming modes, Stylish and Free Aim, adjustable in the settings at any time. These options adjust the level of ‘Aim Assist’ that you’ll have during combat. Stylish, the default setting, offers the highest level of aim assist for a streamlined experience that will keep your gameplay fast and fluid. If you’re up for a more hardcore experience, Free Aim gives you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kusan: City of Wolves.

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  24. GAME OF DEATH MOVIEVERSE presents HELLGAME: PROLOGUEA GAME OF DEATH MOVIEVERSE experience Step into the nightmare. HELLGAME: PROLOGUE is the brutal opening chapter of the upcoming HELLGAME: ORIGINS trilogy — a fast, atmospheric blend of jump’n’run action, stealth survival horror, and cinematic storytelling. You play as Timara, a fearless fighter caught between two unstoppable forces: the horde… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hellgame: Prologue.

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  25. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    70% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    Year 1999, fall. The countless super minimum machine group 'nano-machine', which came flying, invaded the principal weapon and military terminals of each country from outer space and began multiplication. This weapon group which is automated with the 'nano-machines' repeated attack with non discrimination and the metropoles of each country were in a devastating state. A fear of the extensive nucle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Strikers 1945 3.

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  26. Hotwing Hellions is a high-octane, 2 player couch competitive arcade shooter set in a lawless space-western universe. You and a rival bounty hunter race through hostile fleets, dodge swarms of bullets, and take down massive bosses as you blast through stages in split-screen chaos. Each stage is a race: weave through blistering enemy fire while staying one step ahead of your opponent, and be the f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HOTWING HELLIONS.

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  27. 39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    39% User Score Based on 349 reviews

    Ten minutes. That’s how long the average mass shooting lasts, and in this school, it’s also how long you have to escape. Set in an American high school, The Final Exam places players in students' shoes to experience a choice-driven survival game that mirrors the real-life decisions students must make during a mass shooting. As players navigate through emotionally charged scenarios like classroom… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Final Exam.

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  28. Welcome to Cone Flyers Mercenaries! Fight many dangerous enemies, delve into deep dungeons, and pilot your cone ship with precision platforming and a unique combat system in this tough as nails bullet hell. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cone Flyers Mercenaries.

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  29. Defend the body in vaXinator, a fast-paced action roguelike! As the last white blood cell, unleash powerful abilities and antibodies to fight off waves of infections. Test your reflexes in this microscopic battle for survival. How long can you hold the line? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to vaXinator.

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

    Have you ever dreamed of visiting an actual hell? Or, to be more precise… A cyber-hell?... So, if your answer was «yes» (or even if it wasn`t), now you got a chance to take a dip into a breathtaking adventure filled with fights against some unfamiliar creatures and mysteries of cybernetic underworld. What`s more important, all of these goes with pleasant pixel-art graphics with a classical an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Regotown.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    88% User Score Based on 151 reviews

    PS: The game was developed by one person. Dark PGT – A Souls-like Comedy Mini-Game on Unreal Engine 5Mad Journey: A Ticket to the UnknownWelcome to chaos! How far are you willing to go? And is there a way back? Choose your path, make insane decisions, and try not to lose your mind. You take on the role of a military alcoholic with a mysterious gift—or perhaps a curse—seeing glimpses of the fut… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark PGT.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    EON Trooper on Steam! In EON Trooper, you join a galaxy at war, assuming the role of an elite soldier on missions behind enemy lines. Each mission is a unique challenge requiring careful planning and swift execution. Whether you are sabotaging enemy bases, stealing vital information, or simply surviving, you will need to utilize all tools and tactics at your disposal.EON Trooper combines intense … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EON Trooper.

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  33. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Deputinization is run and gun action game focused on boss battles. Step into the world of Deputinization, a fast-paced pixel art game filled with epic boss battles and challenging levels. With its tight controls and fluid animations, this game will test your skills and keep you on the edge of your seat. As the hero of Ukraine, you must face off against the evil occupant and their minions in inte… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deputinization.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, funny
    82% User Score Based on 875 reviews

    John Mambo is a frenetic Retro Arcade Game with an isometric top down view. Meet John, a one man army, crazy enough to embark on a dangerous mission in the heart of a jungle all by himself... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to John Mambo.

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, graphics
    75% User Score Based on 120 reviews

    Welcome! Play DunHero and go on a big adventure. You will walk through a large, changing World. You must fight and win against all enemies and powerful bosses you find.Pick a hero to start your journey. Each hero has different starting items and strengths. The deeper you go, the more things you find to help you and the stronger you get.In Dunhero, something new is always waiting for you - like a s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DunHero.

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  36. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    82% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    In this adventure with a total of 6 weapons, you will produce your own weapons and turn the mushrooms you collect from the forest into pots that you can sell. In the dungeons, you will fight against challenging creatures for 16 waves and improve your character. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon and Craft.

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  37. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    95% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    On 24 February, Russia invaded Ukraine in an escalation of the Russo-Ukrainian War. Your task is kill the invaders. Use any available weapons: knive and axe, machine gun and grenades. Be careful, enemies are crafty and merciless. The fate of Ukraine depends on you.Key Features Frantic Arcade-Style Action. Historical references. Autosave on level changing. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glory to Ukraine!.

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  38. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Frontline Survivors is an intense top-down shooter with roguelite elements that puts you in the boots of a soldier fighting for survival on the battlefield. With countless enemies coming at you from all sides, you will need to use all your skills and strategy to stay alive. As you progress through the game, you'll have the opportunity to level up and choose upgrades that can improve your weapon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frontline Survivors.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    is a fast paced, top down, dungeon crawling action-rpg with roguelike elements in which every death is a lesson on how to move forward. Progress through six distinct areas, collecting game changing items, leveling up and learning how to best fight each enemy you encounter along the way. Mix item effects together for game-breaking combinations or force your way through on your skill alone, all the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DRAGOT.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    93% User Score Based on 46 reviews

    You have one goal: ANNIHILATE AS MANY WAVES AS YOU CAN!You are the pilot of the SANDRIPPER, a dual-wielding hover tank. Push your nuclear engine to its melting point as you rip through wave after wave of a ruthless planetary invasion force. EXPERIMENTAL FUNDual-wield the 9 MULTI-FUNCTION weapons along with their strange variants to create the ultimate annihilation machine. Randomized waves, up… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SANDRIPPER.

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    38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, monetization
    64% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Infested Lands is an addictive game that takes players to a dangerous world where monsters rule. The player takes on the role of a military man who has been sent to a territory known as the "Infested Lands" to investigate and destroy the monsters that inhabit this territory. The game is a classic TDS shooter where you, as a hired worker, have to go to various locations and complete sp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infested Lands.

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  42. Acid Trip is a 2d top-down shooter you can play it with raw brutality, hard-boiled gunplay, and Back-Breaking, Challenging Gameplay defeat bosses, zombies, and don't die from shredders, traps to make it more hellish and brutal. it's like if doom was 2d. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Acid Trip.

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  43. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, atmosphere
    96% User Score Based on 990 reviews

    This time, Motherland sent you to fight vs Nazi forces in the ruins of the snowy Stalingrad. Kill enemies and conquer trophy weapons to get the maximum chance to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BEAR, VODKA, STALINGRAD!.

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  44. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    57% User Score Based on 5,831 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 6 reviews

    The Ultimate Edition of Homefront includes the base game, all downloadable content + multiplayer map packs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Homefront.

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  45. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    80% User Score Based on 83 reviews

    A game about learning to use an ancient sling against oppression. Top-down arena action with procedural elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Temple of Rust.

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  46. 53%Game Brain Score
    100% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Zenith Into Maronarium is hybrid arcade game that includes scroll-shooting, 2d platforming and 3d exploration missions.The Plot:As samozbor menace engulfs the Earth you escape on your faithful Kotel One aircraft. Your last mission is to survive. Can you find winged doom and make it to serve you?Game contains: Challenging general gameplay 13 stages divided in 3 episodes Creepy atmosphere of the a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zenith Into Maronarium.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Revo is a neon styled and classically inspired space shoot 'em up with an original, retro fueled synthwave soundtrack. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to REVO.

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  49. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    85% User Score Based on 40 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    An old robot named H-34-RT wakes up in a derelict space station orbiting his home planet. His civilization was destroyed long ago by evil O'Xelg, but he has yet to figure that out. After an initial shock, he decides to follow his old defense routines: that means fighting the invaders, even if he is alone now. Lazy Galaxy: Rebel Story is a challenging, squad-based shoot-em-up/bullet hell roguelite… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lazy Galaxy: Rebel Story.

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  50. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 1,699 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Super Amazing Wagon Adventure is a fast-paced 2d shooting game with a random story. You control a group of three migrants traveling west along a wagon trail. The game consists of short scenes that are sequenced together in a semi-random way to tell a crazy adventure story. One minute you could be massacring a herd of buffalo, the next attacked by eagles while falling off a cliff. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Amazing Wagon Adventure.

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