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Looking for games like DESPAIR? Here are top survival survival recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with TOXIC PULSE, Animal Kostume or Danger Room.

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  1. TOXIC PULSE is a fast-paced arena shooter where standing still means death. Trapped in a shifting void, your only goal is to survive the escalating chaos. SURVIVE THE PULSEEnemies spawn from unstable Portals that tear through reality. The difficulty ramps up with every minute. Waves 1-2: The slaughter begins. The Meat horde floods the arena, joined quickly by aerial threats. Waves 3-4: Heavy… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TOXIC PULSE.

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  2. No talk, compadre. It's Animal Kostume time! Follow kroc-boy in his path to overcome a series of difficult levels in this hardcore 2D platformer with a lot of enemies, bullets and surprises. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Animal Kostume.

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  3. Survive the holographic barrage of turrets in the Danger Room on the HTC Vive. Slow time, dodge lasers, suck bullets and fire them back at enemies! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Danger Room.

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  4. 47%Game Brain Score
    47% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Half Human, Half Hungry Raider of the lost Nosh! Prehistorik, a member of the T-Bone Tribe, is hungry and ready for a bronco lunch! Armed with Diner-Club, his faithful frazzler, he sets off on his food-spotting expedition. Follow Prehistorik from the unexplored ice-fields of Antarctica, the darkened mysterious caverns of the shady continent to the lush jungles of the Tropics. Featur… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Prehistorik.

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  5. A top-down shooting game inspired by various shoot-em-ups and gaming classics. Long ago, a deity came to the people of the world in their most desperate hour, and granted them Taika, a divine energy. As generations mastered this newfound energy, they discovered many ways through which Taika could grace all life with advancements in a variety of fields, grant longer lives, and push one and all t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mortal Mythos: Island of Fairies.

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  6. Boom Buddies is a fixed-position bullet hell survival game where animal heroes face endless enemy waves, upgrade weapons through card choices, unlock new characters, and compete on global leaderboards. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boom Buddies.

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  7. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    You are a little fried tater trying to survive as earth turns apocalyptic in this action packed side-scroller shooter If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Tater.

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  8. TYPE YOUR way to survivalWORDGUN is an arcade typing shooter where YOUR keyboard is YOUR weapon. Enemies are approaching, TYPE the words to blast THEM AWAY before THEY reach you. CLASSIC STICK FIGURE ACTIONClean, minimalist visuals inspired by flash-GAME era aesthetics. A LONE stickman WITH a pistol stands against waves of enemies shambling toward you, ARMS outstretched. No clutter. No distr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WORDGUN.

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  9. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    88% User Score Based on 114 reviews

    Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WOLFLAME.

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    49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    59% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    "With your trusty shank and die hard will to survive, you've successfully broken out of your Prison Cell. How many other prisoners can you set free on your way to Freedom? Take down as many Guards as possible while avoiding traps and hazards along the way! From Knives, to Guns, and Mines to Bombs!" If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Freedom Fighter.

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  11. New York’s underground has become a warzone. Aliens have invaded the subway, and you, a lone security guard, are the last line of defence for a train full of terrified passengers. Armed with only a pistol and limited ammo, you must fend off relentless waves of extra-terrestrial attackers while scavenging the tunnels for vital supplies. Every bullet counts and every decision could mean survival or … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Subway Invasion.

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  12. Proxyma is a hardcore retro-style 2D platformer that challenges you to finish 13 increasingly hard levels in a single run. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Proxyma.

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  13. A solo indie-developed pixelated 2D arcade space shoot-'em-up that captures the nostalgia and high-octane fun of beloved 80s and 90s arcade experiences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbital Siege.

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  14. A Retro Style Classic Side-Scrolling Shoot'em Up! Super Arcade Boy's Debut! Meet Super Arcade Boy, an arcade champion in the past, and now a planetary freedom fighter. Fly him through 8 levels while defeating waves of enemies and bosses. Have amusing conversations with the aliens you are destined to defeat. Then ultimately save planet Earth from being attacked! FEATURES - 8 Levels with Bosses. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Arcade Boy in Defender of Planet Earth.

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  15. "SAMOSBOR 2D" is a side-shooter platformer in which you have to shoot a lot of enemies at the levels of a huge building. Solve puzzles to successfully complete levels. Collect weapons and equipment to effectively resist hordes of bloodthirsty monsters. Survive - the main goal. Game features: - Large and intricate levels, for the passage of which it is necessary to solve many puzzl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SAMOSBOR 2D.

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  16. *This page was for the free public beta that has since ended. Thank you for the support!*SUFFER is back! SUFFER 2 is a tough-as-nails boomer shooter with a horror punk twist - become The Spirit of Anarchy and destroy the corporate police state with righteous ninja fury! Deadly traps, aggressive enemies, and abstract level design will take you to hell and back. Experience a pixelated dystopian hell… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUFFER 2.

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  17. 2d space shooter game where need avoid and destroy enemies and big boss If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mission In Space.

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  18. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    97% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    Join Discord About the GameInspired by Devil Daggers and Quake, this lightning-fast shooter hurls you into surreal arenas where speed and precision are everything. Merge spells, cross dimensions, and dance through chaos — alone or together. Claim your immortality on cross-platform leaderboards. Your name is eternal. FEATURES Vexatious Combat: Enemies strike from all sides - survive by master… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VEX MAGE.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Mechanophagia is a visceral Twin-Stick Shooter set in a dark, gritty sci-fi world where you are a lone robot warrior fighting against an overwhelming tide of flesh and metal. You have exactly 10 minutes to slaughter the swarm, evolve your unit, and prepare for the final boss. It’s a race against extinction where precision is your only means of survival. KEY FEATURES Full Combat Control: Maste… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mechanophagia.

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  20. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    79% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Take control of international commandos in this 2D run n' gun shooter and deliver furious justice to the A.S.S.H.A.T. criminal organization. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Machine Gun Train Run.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    93% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    NUMANUIN - Incredible indie horror, a deconstruction of the horror genre. Seemingly simple, but saturated inside action dark 2d survival-horror in the style of pixels and with roguelite elements. The player's goal is to survive as long as possible and kill enemies with the mouse. Features:◼️ Survive ◼️ Ability to kill enemies ◼️ Short duration ◼️ Horror Elements ◼️ Mouse control ◼️ Dark interface… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NUMANUIN.

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    50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    71% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    It is your job to save the planet from its decay. Only you can prevent an extraterrestrial species from taking over all of humankind. How? By shooting them back to where they belong - into the depths of hell of course! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IACTURA.

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  23. About This GameBorn out of a love for wave based rouge like games PROJECT NIGHTMARE is a dual-mode survival horror experience wrapped in a retro-industrial aesthetic. Boot up the system and choose your fate: the high-octane, arcade-style slaughter of Classic Mode, or the claustrophobic, immersive dread of the FPS, Atmosphere Mode. Powered by a custom-built engine designed to replicate the feel of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Nightmare.

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  24. Pixel Canyon Short DescriptionBlast through an endless, procedurally generated river canyon in this retro-style arcade shooter. Manage your fuel, graze enemies for energy, and uncover the story of the "Sky Ghosts" squadron. In Pixel Canyon, the river never ends - but your fuel might. About This GamePixel Canyon is a love letter to classic vertical scrolling shooters like *River Raid*, r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixel Canyon.

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  25. Tactical Ghost is a thrilling, realistic tactical game where you eliminate threats with precision and flair. Master your abilities for high scores and epic combos. Can you devastate your enemies with the biggest combos possible? Mastering your abilities is crucial as you strive for high scores and your own survival. You'll need to plan your approach with care, choosing the right tactics for each … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tactical Ghost.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    In 2049, humans have spread across the stars, but their peace comes to an end when a fleet of rogue AIs called “Aura” shows up from the depths of space. This AI force wipes out colonies with deadly accuracy and cruelty. “Aura” started as a secret Earth project that went off the grid. Now, it has one aim, to wipe out all living things and set up a new world run by machines. You are XxX_sigmawarrio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AstroRage2049.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Your city is under attack by "you know who." Bombs are flying by the thousands. The forecast predicts very hot, dry air for the next minutes before a nuclear winter. Atomic City is a bullet hell with one minute waves. You only need the mouse and a few minutes to get into its frenetic gameplay. How to Play: On your doomsday control device (the mouse): Use the left button for left weapon, and ri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Atomic City.

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  28. Get ready for an epic battle to save Earth from an alien invasion in Tilebreaker Next Level! The aliens have encased the planet in a network of dark, impenetrable blocks, and it's up to you to shatter them. Arm yourself and prepare for fast-paced action, dodging deadly enemy attacks and facing off against formidable alien bosses in heart-pumping battles. As you progress through increasingly… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tilebreaker Next Level.

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  29. In this survival driving game, you'll need to navigate through hordes of the undead, mowing them down with the power of your truck. As you drive through the chaos, you'll collect experience and get weapons that give you an edge against the zombie hordes. Upgrade your weapons to become an unstoppable zombie-crushing machine. The only way to stay alive is to keep driving. Surviving for 30… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Truck.

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  30. Embark on a thrilling adventure in Aztek Tiki Talisman! Explore 50 challenging levels in the mystical Aztec jungle, battle foes, solve puzzles, and confront epic bosses. Will you find the blue talisman and unlock the portal to the next level? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aztec Tiki Talisman.

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  31. Alight in the Dark is a reverse bullet hell survival game with a strategic ability and equipment system.Players have limited inventory space and must choose items wisely. The game features side levels for a change of pace and rewards for completing challenges.This game offers a fresh start each playthrough, but with permanent unlocks (characters, upgraded stats) for an advantage. It also has a per… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alight in the Dark.

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  32. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    78% User Score Based on 23 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 3 reviews

    Betrayed by her cut-throat crew, Luna Starr - former Space Pirate Captain turned bounty hunter - has a score to settle. As Luna, travel to 5 exotic planets to track down your mutinous mates, and face them in Bullet Hell dogfights to the death! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Hunter DX.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    78% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    Probability 0 is a downward-scrolling infinite arcade platformer. There are a million ways to fight for survival. Descend: as you combat the darkness, improve yourself. Build yourself up as a star-thrower or a teleporting menace. Learn to traverse the pit's many dangers, from threatening monsters to unforgiving gravity. Walk across spikes that once frightened you. Punch through walls that would ha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to probability 0.

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  35. Travel through clockwork in this infinite level game. Avoid obstacles, collect the perks and don't touch the Mechanism. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Mechanism.

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  36. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    73% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    Castle of Shikigami is the dark, supernatural first installment in Alfa System's highly regarded shoot-’em-up series, newly translated and brought to the PC by Cosmo Machia and Degica Games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle of Shikigami.

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  37. 26%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, monetization
    50% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Break into the Baltic City and join the resistance force Free Breath! Show and prove your skills in PvP shootouts, PvE missions, online drift and street races among other players-rebels and earn respect among them! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hassle 1977.

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  38. Red Barrels Go Boom is an arcade bullet-time first-person shooter where the only way to kill zombies is by luring them to explosive barrels and shooting the barrels. Compete with your friends by speedrunning the 4 levels and getting your name on the leaderboards! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Barrels Go Boom.

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  39. GRID WARS Claim the Grid. Defend the Future In Grid Wars, your mission is simple: capture the area while evading the aliens’ ships trying to destroy you. Acquire upgrades to temporarily give you bonuses, get as many points as possible and achieve victory by conquering the required amount of area. Simple to Learn. Tough to Master Grid Wars offers a classic, easy-to-understand gameplay loop tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LiM Grid Wars.

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  40. Theft Runner is a fast-paced runner game focused on pure reflexes and clean gameplay. Character Selection Character selection is purely visual. Running speed, jumping, sliding, and controls are identical for every character, keeping the experience fair and skill-based. Success depends on timing, focus, and player reflexes—not character advantages. Character Unlock System Earn coins durin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Theft Runner.

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  41. Yo, looking for a tower defense game that needs both sick mechanics and smart deck-building? Yeah bro, I got you. Crystal TD – no pause, no progress bar, super high APM, and your deck better be on point. Oh, and the difficulty curve? Steep as hell. But don't sweat it – you start with 16 card slots, every card can have two copies from the get-go, and all levels are unlocked right away. No need t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystal TD.

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    GSK is a frenetic, action-packed adventure inspired by the great classic shooters, adventure games, and exploration titles that have marked generations. The game was created to offer an intense challenge, focusing on quick reflexes, precision, and complete mastery of the mechanics. Face hordes of enemies in challenging levels that test your speed and skill, collect stars to unlock new levels, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GSK.

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  43. "EggsNeverHurt" is a light rogue survival game that features single-player control with dual joysticks operating two characters simultaneously. Within a limited battlefield space, your primary focus is to ensure that the non-attacking character (Little Egg) does not die, while controlling the attacking character (Big Egg) to kill enemies as much as possible. This allows Little Egg to obt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EggsNeverHurt.

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

    About the game Neoteria is a classic horizontal shoot em up game (shmup). Multiple worlds, levels and aliens are waiting to be blasted. Our focus is on using your thumb like the 80’s and 90’s shooter games: The faster your thumb, the faster you shoot !! Give the controls a few minutes to get used to, they really work! Hidden worlds, different difficulty modes (un-lockable pilots) AWESOME sound tra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neoteria.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    87% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    Cyber Assassin is a fast-paced arena shooter where you play as a robot annihilating everything in your path. Survive relentless waves of diverse enemies. After each wave, choose upgrades for your character to become even more effective at destroying enemy robots. Engage in intense combat, strategically enhance your abilities, and dominate the arena in Cyber Assassin! Key Features: Intense Arena… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cyber Assasin.

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    Prepare for chaos in MI10, a fast-paced, top-down roguelike shooter where every mission could be over in an instant. You are MI10 - affectionately known as “Milo” - the latest cleanup bot manufactured by Mira Industries. You’ve been deployed to a series of derelict laboratories on distant planets, now overrun with horrific mutations. Your mission: Eliminate every last creature and reclaim the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MI10.

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  47. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 200 reviews

    In this game, it's a 3D arcade-style game and flight simulator. Players bring to life the dream of flight by controlling a girl on a jetpack. The goal of the game is to collect as many coins as possible, avoiding falls, and using them to unlock upgrades. With each new level, the task becomes more challenging, and the beach, which seemed like a paradise, turns into a maze of obstacles. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beachgirl Dreams.

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  48. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    95% User Score Based on 243 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 2 reviews

    Therion returns as the hunt for Lord Vroll continues. Pilot an advanced machine of death and destruction in this explosive 2.5D side-scrolling shoot ‘em up, and sequel to the critically acclaimed Valfaris. Strap in and unleash mecha hell! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Valfaris: Mecha Therion.

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    48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, graphics
    62% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    In “Can Strike,” you play as a worker at Fish Co, where the employees have gone on strike to demand better working conditions and fair wages. But the company isn’t backing down - they’ve sent in waves of robots to break up the strike and force the workers back to their jobs. As a member of the union, you’ve been granted powerful weapons to defend yourself and your fellow workers against the r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Can Strike.

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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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