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Games like Don't Get WHACKED! | GMTK Game Jam 2023

Games like Don't Get WHACKED! | GMTK Game Jam 2023

Games like Don't Get WHACKED! | GMTK Game Jam 2023

Looking for games like Don't Get WHACKED! | GMTK Game Jam 2023? Here are top action recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Orbt XL, Rogue Rocks or You Died but a Necromancer revived you.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 1,450 reviews

    Addictive one-touch arcade game! Stay in orbit, avoid obstacles & chase scores! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbt XL.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    74% User Score Based on 39 reviews

    Rogue Rocks is a space rocks shoot-em-up with minimalist roguelite elements. Blast your way to the center of a procedurally generated galaxy before you get caught! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Rocks.

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  3. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    93% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    You Died ... but a Necromancer revived you! Reaching the top is no easy feat: The pathways are narrow, full of traps and on top of that, the floor will start exploding behind you if you take too long! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Died but a Necromancer revived you.

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  4. Mighty Math is a mind bending fusion of arcade survival and brain training all in one. Anyone can pick it up and play. It starts with a simple premise, collect a required set of numbers before all numbers run out to survive each round. As you collect numbers you will change the player value. You must maintain a player value between 0 and 9. If you go over or under this value range you will be inst… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mighty Math.

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  5. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 322 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Circa Infinity is a brain-melting circular platformer by Kenny Sun, with a pulse-pounding soundtrack by Jack + Jim Fay. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Circa Infinity.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    66% User Score Based on 394 reviews

    TeraBlaster is a top-down arcade shooter micro-game which draws heavy inspiration from Geometry Wars. Duke it out with hordes of enemies on randomly generated levels, trigger massive explosions, and die a truly glorious death. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TeraBlaster.

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    Minoes is a Tetris-like stack-em-up with a Rubik's Cube thrown in. It builds on the core gameplay of Tetris-likes and Match-3s and brings an innovative twist; you can only place as many minoes as you can catch. With it's colourful backdrops and blend of gameplay styles, it establishes itself as a unique arcade action puzzle game. The Adventure mode of Minoes includes over 100 levels across 12 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Minoes.

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  8. *Warning: Game may contain visual images that could trigger seizures or other symptoms for people with photosensitivity epilepsy or other conditions. Consult a physician if you experience any symptoms.* Controls (Gameplay) Left Key- Run Left / Point Left(For climbing) Right Key- Run Right / Point Right(For climbing)  Up Key- Climb Up(When near a tree) Down Key- Climb Down(When near a tree) Z Key-… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hungry For Acorns.

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  9. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Turn on the lights and light up your life! This game is a variation of the "Lights Out" games of the 90s. Each light you turn on changes the state of the adjacent lights. Can you turn on all the lights? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to On Pixels: A lights out game.

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    50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional, music
    79% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Bavity, A fast paced puzzle game with balls and gravity. Any group of 3 or more balls can be double clicked out of existence. Stop your screen from filling up, Its that simple. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bavity.

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  11. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 513 reviews

    Pizza Hero is a unique shoot 'em up roguelike. The toppings you select affect your abilities. For example, pepperoni throws grenades while blue cheese creates a pungent perimeter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pizza Hero.

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  12. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 1,423 reviews

    Be My Horde is a roguelite survivor where your minions fight for you. Become a formidable necromancer and turn your enemies into a resource! Raise fallen foes, build massive undead hordes, enhance your skills with devoured souls, and conquer the world – you’re the villain in this story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Be My Horde.

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  13. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 1,273 reviews

    Third person survival horror game based on the anime movie and book series of the same name. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vampire Hunters.

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  15. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    58% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    Hyperspace Pinball has players fighting off an alien invasion using pinball controls in a high intensity action game for all ages! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyperspace Pinball.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    82% User Score Based on 532 reviews

    Maze is a straight-forward and surprisingly-difficult celebration of the simple beauty of the maze. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to aMAZE.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    90% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    AstroViking is a wave-based survival shoot em' up! Play as a superpowered female viking fending off endless hordes of aliens! Combine 60+ upgrades to construct your own ultimate warrior! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AstroViking.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 2,144 reviews

    Taur is an action-strategy sci-fi game. Control the Prime Cannon and unlock all of its powerful weapons and abilities. Build turrets, droids, aircraft and more as you fight to protect the Tauron droids' homeworld against a relentless invasion. Will your Taur stand against the Imperion warmachine? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Taur.

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  20. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 5,330 reviews
    Critic Score 99%Based on 1 reviews

    The world's fastest brawler is back. Experience cinematic kung-fu in the most epic stickman fighter ever made. Staying true to the original, you play with only two buttons. Every press matters, do not button mash! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Finger Death Punch 2.

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  21. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    88% User Score Based on 80 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    "Dig Dog is an action roguelike platformer. Dig to discover treasure, adventure and bones! Jump, dash, stomp and dig your way through a strange world inhabited by stranger creatures. Dig Dog combines classic platforming action with endless, generated levels to explore...and dig! Includes two modes of play: Bone Hunt, the roguelike treasure hunt. Dig for bones across four worlds of increasing diffi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dig Dog.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    88% User Score Based on 3,266 reviews

    Intralism - fast and hard arcade. Listen to music and match all notes. Master all the maps or create your own and challenge friends in the online multiplayer. But remember: wrong button - failed try. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Intralism.

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  23. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    93% User Score Based on 86 reviews

    Blocky Dungeon is a roguelike... mixed with a puzzle game! Venture inside dungeons you build yourself, just as you explore them. Place blocks to form paths for the knight and lead him across the dungeon. But be careful! If the Dungeon map fills up, it's game over for you! Luckily if you create a full line with the blocks you place, the knight can 'mark' that line to make it disappear from th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blocky Dungeon.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 221 reviews

    Pivvot is a thrilling game of strategic avoidance that will consistently test and challenge your ability to make quick, impulsive decisions. As the game progresses, you will have to rely on your instincts and problem-solving skills to navigate down the winding path for survival. With its intensity, minimalistic design, and puzzling logic, Pivvot is sure to keep you guessing at every turn. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pivvot.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    92% User Score Based on 46,040 reviews

    Idle Breakout lets you enjoy an idle brick-breaking game where you destroy numbered blocks with balls. Upgrade balls, unlock special abilities, and watch the satisfying destruction. Break more bricks! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Breakout.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 32 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 2 reviews

    Trios is a relaxing, minimalist brain training game thing. Take your time, chill out with some numbers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trios.

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  27. Welcome to the wireless security code-breaking trial system CODE BREAKER. This system digitizes security system code into a virtual format or “brick breaker video game.” You will have access to the three systems: Code Breaker, Classic, and SYSTEM UNKNOWN. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Code Breaker.

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  29. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    90% User Score Based on 293 reviews

    Fight hordes of Covenant & Flood in this new game mixing Roguelite & Bullet Heaven for hours of mindless fun! Have fun surviving Spartan! Spartan Survivors includes 10 playable levels 5 difficulty modes 21 weapons for a total of 105 evolutions // 14 perks with 56 upgrades 8 playable characters with their unique weapons, perks & stats Unlock Custom Game to tailor the game th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spartan Survivors.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    86% User Score Based on 147 reviews

    Stackflow is a hypnotically addictive strategic roguelike about the pure pleasure of fitting pieces perfectly. Discover unique blocks, create satisfying connections, and trigger explosive combos that release pure dopamine. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stackflow.

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  32. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    75% User Score Based on 345 reviews

    Dodge bullets and upgrade yourself in Minutescape, a retro-inspired incremental game that keeps unfolding. Unlock new abilities and keep upgrading yourself to survive for 5 consecutive minutes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Minutescape.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 410 reviews

    Idle Colony is a game about little creatures and big numbers that will make your dopamine go up and your worries go down. Merge Combine two fruits of the same tier into the next one. 1$, 2$, 4$, 8$... This process generates an exponential amount of money as you make your way up to bigger fruits. Upgrade Unlock buildings to uncover always more options to leverage your income. As cash comes in, it g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Idle Colony.

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  34. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    87% User Score Based on 126 reviews

    Kick your builds into overdrive with Gunbot Engineer! Introducing Addons, meta progression rewards that allow you to build up power between runs and open up new ways to customize and amp up your builds! Also featuring: Several new Weapon Evolves to discover and build around; Pepper Spray, a spicy new weapon; and new Modules and Upgrades to open new avenues for your builds!   Assemble the perfec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunbot Diplomacy.

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  35. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    92% User Score Based on 456 reviews

    Axon TD infuses a new layer of strategy into Mazing Tower Defenses. Typically, you build towers on the path to obstruct enemies and make the path longer. But what if you could take control of the map layout itself and expand things directly? In Axon TD, you're given a brush, and the map is your canvas! A Shifting BattlefieldThe name of the game is map manipulation. Place down tiles to make longer … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Axon TD: Uprising - Tower Defense.

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  36. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    68% User Score Based on 213 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 9 reviews

    Drifting Lands is an hybrid of classical horizontal shoot'em'up with a lot of strong gameplay elements coming straight from the action-RPG genre. If you want an original diablo-like game or you want a different kind of shoot'em'up, you're in the right place! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drifting Lands.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    89% User Score Based on 418 reviews

    Reignfall is a real-time strategy game with elements of city-building and third-person action. Build a city and defend your keep against waves of increasingly difficult enemies. Can you survive against the fallen horde? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reignfall.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 264 reviews

    Grey Cubes is a modern variation on the brick-breaker-type game, based on real-time physics and three-dimensional gameplay (not just 3d look). Minimalist in style, with clean graphics and deep, original soundtrack. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grey Cubes.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    81% User Score Based on 379 reviews

    Neon Sundown is a unique roguelite shooter that mixes card-building with fast-paced action. Build your deck using a variety of unique playing cards, collect various resources to unlock different power modules, and take on several diverse arenas. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neon Sundown.

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  40. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    78% User Score Based on 319 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    The full version of the game is now available on Steam: **http://store.steampowered.com/app/342620** The full version contains more levels, weapons, a multiplayer (co-op) mode, care packages and... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to It came from space and ate our brains.

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  41. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    71% User Score Based on 340 reviews

    You’re being Bounty-Hunted! Run, Build your ship piece-by-piece and make it work with the parts you find, Destroy outposts and waves of fleets, and Pick your battles carefully to overcome your hunters in this Fast-Paced Top-Down Action Roguelite Shooter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Run Build Pew!.

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  42. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 342 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition is a hardcore, uncompromising vertical scrolling bullet hell/invader hell shooter (shmup) that doubles as a techno-based lightsynth, triggering bursts of funky invaders at the pulse of a relentless beat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyperspace Invaders II: Pixel Edition.

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  43. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 55 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 5 reviews

    Murtop is fast-paced arcade game packed with action, as if it was taken out directly from the 80's. Do you have enough coins to beat it? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murtop.

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  44. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    94% User Score Based on 53 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Hello everyone! After more than a year of development, Gunkid 99 is finally out on STEAM! (currently running a 20% launch discount) Gunkid 99 is a fast and frantic SCORE CHASER inspired by Super... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunkid 99.

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  45. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 771 reviews
    Critic Score 58%Based on 1 reviews

    Ubermosh: Black is the hardcore version of the arcade game Ubermosh. Cut bullets with your sword, shoot with heavy guns and splatter enemies with a rage fueled psionic wave. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UBERMOSH:BLACK.

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  46. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Horizon Shift '81 is an explosive wave based single screen shooter with a real retro feel to it. You can even play the game in Tate screen mode! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horizon Shift '81.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    87% User Score Based on 239 reviews

    Fine Sweeper is a Minesweeper variant with additional features such as a campaign mode, “classic mode”, item drops, leader-boards, and achievements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fine Sweeper.

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  48. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 66 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 13 reviews

    Shoot tennis balls at your adversaries and save the city from the evil Explodz Inc. This is no Wimbledon, this is Tennis in the Face! Get ready for some hilarious ragdoll-smashing ball-bouncing action! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tennis in the Face.

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  49. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    88% User Score Based on 226 reviews

    You know the feeling, you just got home from another grueling day at the office, or you're stuck at the airport for yet another layover, or maybe you just got dumped again! You just want to relax and enjoy yourself for a change. What you need is some serious deep dungeon delving. But you don't have time for memorizing complex skill trees, crafting charts, or upgrade scales. That's not to mention … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Instant Dungeon!.

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