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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 Infinity Wanderer.

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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. 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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  4. 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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  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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    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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    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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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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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  11. REDSIDE episode 1 is a twisted thriller set during the Cold War. The world is on the brink of war. Will you be able to prevent a disaster? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to REDSIDE episode 1.

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  12. 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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  13. 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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  14. 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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  15. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    "Chrono Commando 2053" offers an exciting gaming experience that combines time travel and military action. Led by Ömer Halis, a special unit ventures through the depths of time to fight for the salvation of humanity. Players witness pivotal moments in history and wield the power to manipulate history to save the world. Year 2053. In a dystopian future where technology advances rapidly, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chrono Commando 2053.

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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? 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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  22. Breach, upgrade, and unleash chaos in this roguelike shooter where every run builds new gunplay possibilities. Stack wild attachments, forge broken weapon combos, and dive into explosive firefights against a ruthless criminal empire. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breaching Harkon.

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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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  24. 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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  25. Welcome to the Dark DungeonStep into a dungeon where deadly creatures and ancient evil lurk in the shadows. Only your quick reflexes, sharp strategy, and survival instincts will keep you alive as you battle wave after wave of relentless enemies. Collect gold, upgrade your weapons and skills, and face off against demonic foes who want to steal your soul. But beware—each wave grows stronger, and da… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soul of the Dungeon.

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  26. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    86% User Score Based on 93 reviews

    Painted In Blood is currently in development. A Love Letter To All My Beloved FPS Games With 30 years single-player FPS gaming history, I created this game with my whole life's passion, I want to use this game to express my love to the FPS genre, let you adventure through a strange world full of dangers, imagination and excitement; kill eerie monsters from your weirdest dreams with badass weapons.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Painted In Blood.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    65% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    2.5d Platformer where you control president Trump in fictional world. Mission to avoid traps and enemies and try to get end of level where are money he needs If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trump Trade War.

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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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  29. Galactic Vanguard is a fast-paced, retro-style action shooter. Grab your weapons and eliminate relentless enemy forces and powerful alien creatures. Engage in intense battles across space bases, desert wastelands, lava valleys, and abandoned alien ruins! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Vanguard.

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  30. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 146 reviews

    A reboot of classic 2D side-scrolling shooters, featuring a new Survival Mode and Workshop system. Fight as a WWII Allied soldier across diverse battlefields with imaginative weapons. Survival Mode brings fresh enemies, epic bosses, and new challenges—relive childhood memories with a twist! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Commando Collection.

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

    Descend into the Hollow Mine, fight through hordes of enemies, and turn the dungeon itself into your source of power. Break through destructible walls, gather resources, forge unique weapons, and combine abilities into devastating builds as you push deeper to destroy the evil buried below. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hollow Mine.

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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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  33. 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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  34. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Sirene wakes up in a forest with few memories of how she ended up there. Her journey begins by trying to understand what is happening to her and soon having to fight for her survival. Help Sirene understand what is going on and escape this agony.FIND MEMORIES Prepare for the ultimate test on each map as Sirene seeks to collect elusive memory fragments. Each piece unravels the enigma, propelling yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Veil of Shadows.

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  35. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    88% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Join KAOTIX Fury, his brother Slade, and their two bow-wow companions on a thrilling mission to save the Fennyverse! Dive into a heart-pounding arcade shooter solo or couch co-op, packed with intense battles and unforgettable moments. A faithful arcade style game with 16 bit graphics and gameplay. Steam Deck support. XINPUT Support up to two control pads. Keyboard controls. (One player… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Peraglees - The Ooloufian Resistance.

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  36. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    74% User Score Based on 180 reviews

    PenimortaYou are a Wizard. Being imprisoned in Penimorta, a maximum security prison, has little appeal. Naturally, you've decided to bust out. The problem is... between every floor of Penimorta is a Corporeal Beast. Can you escape? Penimorta is a Bullet-Hell Dungeon Crawler. You must descend twenty floors to escape it. Ten of the floors imprison vicious Corporeal Beasts. On the other floors ther… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Penimorta.

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  37. Desert Kill is a top-down roguelike action shooter where you have to destroy evil forces in the most brutal way If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DESERT KILL.

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  38. 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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  39. 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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  40. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 106 reviews

    Fabric of Reality is a top-down rogue lite where you have to survive 100 waves of oncoming enemies. Collect attack cards throughout your run and upgrade them with modifiers and status effects. After each run, use your earned gold to unlock new content in the tech tree such as upgrades, characters, gamemodes, and more things to discover in future runs!Game Content:100+ Enemies - There's 25+ unique … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fabric Of Reality.

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  41. 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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  43. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    86% User Score Based on 234 reviews

    The Colony is expanding, the Saints of New Ultakaar in their path to Ascension (and to bring us Enlightenment) can call a... UUUBERMOSHH!! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UBERMOSH Vol.7.

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  44. 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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  45. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    74% User Score Based on 151 reviews

    This game is an action game that combines elements of the classic retro shooter and low poly styling. The player's task is to destroy all enemies that come across on the way. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PolyClassic: Wild.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics
    74% User Score Based on 101 reviews

    Calturin and Clone is a 2D co-op action RPG where you can either play as a lone adventurer or with a fellow wizard. Mainly focused on difficult boss fights and other challenging encounters that are not combat, Calturin and Clone will test you and your friend's skills to the limit. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Calturin and Clone.

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  47. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    87% User Score Based on 15 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 1 reviews

    This game is a tribute to the Run "N Gun games (Commando, Ikari Warrior, Heavy Barrel, Guerilla Wars, Mercs...) from the mid 1980's that you could find in arcades or on 16 bit consoles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mission 1985.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    THIS GAME IS OUTDATED!!! GO GET LUMbA REDUX ON STEAM: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2090450/LUMbA_REDUX/?curator_clanid=42678899 TENSE VIOLENT QUICK LUMbA is a top-down shooter, where you have one mission: Cleanse this earth. It is infected, you have to save it. Fight against hordes of grotesque hellspawn in a desperate fight to save this planet from its destined downfall. [WARNING: This gam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LUMbA.

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  49. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    47% User Score Based on 106 reviews

    Bloody Glimpse will take you on a immersive journey through bloody and dark world, the one that you always dreamed of. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloody Glimpse.

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  50. The American Old West ushered in a new chapter in the timeless struggle between order and chaos. It was an age of rapid industrialization, telegraphs, and the iron horse; the locomotive. But alongside progress came lawlessness, depravity, and greed. As Lady Manifest Destiny stretched her hand across the frontier, her shadow followed close behind. On May 10, 1869, the Transcontinental Railroad was… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RAILSHOT.

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