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Games like Escape Lifelines Side Scroller

Looking for games like Escape Lifelines Side Scroller? Here are top action recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Cally's Trials, METAGAL or The Bug Butcher.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    70% User Score Based on 112 reviews

    Cally's Trials is a roguelike action-platformer with a weapon-levelling system that lets you evolve weapons as you use them. Cally must save her parents from the maniacal Herbert, who has laid waste to the Caves and built a massive new base. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cally's Trials.

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  2. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, character development
    69% User Score Based on 98 reviews

    Metagal is an 2D platformer action game. You will take the shoes of "Meta", a cyborg girl, in her quest to rescue her Creator "Dr Ray" from the hands of "General Creeper", the evil leader of a rogue army!! Also Metagal's sisters, were kidnapped by Creeper: he turned them in battle cyborgs, in order to use their powers to rule the world!! Meta must face her sisters, free them, and copy their abili… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to METAGAL.

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  3. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    90% User Score Based on 648 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 17 reviews

    The Bug Butcher is an action-packed 2D side scrolling shoot em up game where peril comes from above. So in a nutshell, pest control with machine guns in space. The core mechanics hold old ties from the classic arcade shooter "Super Pang" where you shoot vertically, but with modern day twists. You are Harry, a brash and tenacious exterminator who has a knack for decimating bugs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bug Butcher.

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    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    67% User Score Based on 232 reviews

    Inspired by the glorious retro days of 8-bit gaming, Rex Rocket is a traditional 2D platformer that pays tribute to classic NES games like Mario, Mega Man, and Metroid. Old-school fans and platformer newcomers alike will find Rex Rocket an enjoyable and rewarding experience thanks to one-of-a-kind handmade pixel art that makes up over 100 handcrafted levels connected in an expansive starship-- eac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rex Rocket.

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  5. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 26 reviews
    Critic Score 54%Based on 7 reviews

    The Forbidden Arts is an action adventure platformer with a focus on discovery and exploration. You play as Phoenix, a young boy who seeks to master the element of fire in a grand adventure of ancient magic. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Forbidden Arts.

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  6. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    96% User Score Based on 1,344 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 8 reviews

    A classically-styled 2D side scrolling action game packed with adventure. You are a bipedal frog and a master of the Custodial Sciences, charged with the unenviable task of ridding your company's teleporters of strange black creatures. Fight for your life through a menagerie of unique monsters while getting your hands on exciting new tools of the trade. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kero Blaster.

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  7. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    84% User Score Based on 50 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 2 reviews

    Jet Set Knights is an old-school arcade action platformer inspired by classics from the golden age such as Mario Bros, Snow Bros or newest Super Crate Box. If You love retro 2D platformers mixed with tower defense and RPG elements, Jet Set Knight is for You! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jet Set Knights.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 596 reviews

    Help a pink-clad office lady find a missing document so the boss doesn't get angry in this free spin-off minigame to Kero Blaster. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pink Hour.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 61 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 3 reviews

    Elsie is an indie action-platformer filled with rogue-like mechanics such as perma-death, procedurally generated levels, and a wide scope of items and weaponry to make each run as unique as possible. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elsie.

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  10. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    72% User Score Based on 69 reviews

    The Weaponographist is a speedrunning hack-n-slasher dipped in a bit of rogue sauce. Doug McGrave, demon hunter and all-around jerk, refused to help a poor village and now he's cursed to have every weapon fall apart in his hands. Never stop and never slow down, constantly picking up the weapons of fallen enemies and building combos as you race through the depths of the dungeons to break the curse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Weaponographist.

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  11. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    73% User Score Based on 324 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Enter the world ripe with magic and monsters. Become the Black Swordsman and slay thousands of enemies in an epic action RPG. War broke between the industrious Imperium and the savage tribes of Wilderness. Demons and carrions have returned to the land. Play all sides and make your own decisions. Take countless quests and uncover the secrets of Wilderness! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reaper: Tale of a Pale Swordsman.

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  12. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    95% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Super Ember Kaboom is a fast-paced, cute-and-colorful action game. It has tight controls and simple to learn, difficult to master gameplay that makes each level a joy to run through. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Ember Kaboom.

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  13. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    79% User Score Based on 72 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 10 reviews

    Bard's Gold is a challenging platformer that let's you explore eerie worlds in a quest for a Goblin that stole your gold. Help the Bard to overcome the dungeon’s many dangerous perils and use your new-found treasures to improve your character and to buy new weapons and gear! Rogue-lite - Different layouts for each level is randomly chosen every playthrough. While getting the chance to memorize l… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bard's Gold.

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  14. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 69 reviews

    Hyper Bounce Blast is a stomach-churning retro shooter blended with classic platforming action. Bounce, shoot and dodge to survive the ever-increasing enemy attack. Bring it on! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyper Bounce Blast.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 226 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Cubetractor is a neo-retroesque action-strategy-puzzle hybrid where you defeat enemies through an unconventional cube-pulling, turret-buildling mechanic. The game carries elements of a reverse tower defence and a grounded bullet-hell dodger to deliver a unique gameplay experience presented in a classic top-down perspective. You play as Endroi, a menacingly happy-go-lucky quadrubot as he strives … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cubetractor.

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  16. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    88% User Score Based on 210 reviews

    Glorkian Warrior: The Trials of Glork is a collaboration between acclaimed comic book artist James Kochalka and indie game studio Pixeljam. It’s a unique hybrid of Galaga-style shoot ‘em up, simple platforming action and Saturday morning cartoon. Help Glorkian Warrior defend his asteroid against an endless onslaught of alien invaders, and be prepared for somewhat unexpected results… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glorkian Warrior: The Trials Of Glork.

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  17. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 113 reviews

    The year is 20XX, the earth has been ravaged by nuclear wars and our only hope is the research shuttle Nostrami. Unfortunately the ship has been incommunicado for 48 hours now. That's were you... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Scumbags.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    96% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Tribute to the arcades of the 80s, to games like Pacman or Battle City. Individual and cooperative game. Keyboard and Gamepad. Retro, difficult and very funny. * 1 or 2 players. * Retro arcade style. * Compatible with keyboard and Xbox controller. * 30 phases * 30 different enemies and traps. * Steam achievements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to XEYYEX.

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  19. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere
    89% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Lulu’s Temple is a mysterious retro dungeon crawler about an archeologist venturing deep inside a horrifying pyramid with only his torch and gun to protect him. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lulu's Temple.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    81% User Score Based on 75 reviews

    Woof Blaster is an action packed shooter featuring a dog with a gun and jet boots in search of a magical pizza which holds the key to becoming King of the Dog Planet. Destroy waves of enemies with an array of weapons, power-ups and the ability to transform into different monsters such as a T-Rex! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Woof Blaster.

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  22. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    88% User Score Based on 416 reviews

    In the year of 18XX, the west is overrun by thugs and outlaws. A group of bandits have kidnapped Mayor Johnsons daughter and are spreading havok across the land. Only Gunman Clive can bring order to the west and save the girl! Jump and shoot your way across 16 diverse and challenging levels and fight massive bosses. Gunman Clive is an old-school sidescrolling platform game set in the old west with… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunman Clive.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    91% User Score Based on 230 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Fallen Leaf is a retro side-scrolling adventure focused on tight, action-packed level design set in a whimsical world where almost anything goes! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fallen Leaf.

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  25. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization
    73% User Score Based on 255 reviews

    Get ready for a blast from the 8-bit past with the all-new 2D action/platforming game, MIGHTY GUNVOLT! A loving nod to the retro side-scrollers of the late '80s, MIGHTY GUNVOLT offers simple controls, cute and colourful graphics, and a surprising amount of complexity and fun. Play as one of three characters: Gunvolt, the star of Azure Striker GUNVOLT; Ekoro, an angel from Japan's Gal*Gun series;… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mighty Gunvolt.

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  26. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    92% User Score Based on 96 reviews
    Critic Score 30%Based on 1 reviews

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

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  27. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    78% User Score Based on 243 reviews

    Distant future… Brutal gladiatorial battles is a top-rated show, extremely popular all over the Universe. You’ve been sent to the abandoned planet as one of the participants of the show. Your goal is to survive as long as possible, fighting back deadly creatures in the focus of billions of viewers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixel Gladiator.

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  28. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    72% User Score Based on 326 reviews

    Dungeon of Zolthan is a casual, arcade-style metroidvania platformer where your goal is to defeat Zolthan; a powerful mage that lives inside the dungeon. Using an array of powerups and your own wit and guile, guide your character through Zolthan's Dungeon! Dodge obstacles and projectiles, solve puzzles, and lay waste to your foes on your way to the final confrontation! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon of Zolthan.

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    64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    64% User Score Based on 305 reviews

    In TinyKeep players will embrace the role of a hopeless prisoner held deep in a forgotten dungeon who one day wakes up to find themselves mysteriously released. Their savior is nowhere to be seen, but the cell door is broken and ajar, tempting them with the sweet scent of freedom. With nothing but a flickering lantern and a strange letter left behind by their in-mate, they must venture into the da… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TinyKeep.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 302 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

    MagiCat is a side-scrolling platformer inspired by the retro games from 16-bit era. The game features a cute magical cat adventuring 63 levels, each with their own unique boss battle spread across 7 worlds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MagiCat.

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  31. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    78% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    This is a side scroller action game.You need to control the girls to kill the coming zombies. To this end,you can use a lot of weapons and items to kill zombies. If you run out of ammo,you can also use magic, or control robots to continue to attack. It will be the most exciting zombie game you have played. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shine's Adventures 2 (Zombie Attack).

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  32. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    78% User Score Based on 850 reviews

    Use your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you'll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses in order to help free the land of Alwa. Explore and uncover the secrets by using your platforming skills in this challenging and charming 8-bit adventure game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alwa's Awakening.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, monetization
    93% User Score Based on 148 reviews

    Hargrave finds himself inside the walls of a mysterious labyrinth filled with strange robots. Find the way out, or find what's hidden deep inside. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hargrave.

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  34. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    71% User Score Based on 109 reviews

    The Slimeking's Tower is an action/roguelike game where you have to explore a procedural generated tower, collect over 300 different items and slay over 100 different enemies in five different gamemodes to retrieve your people's moustaches back from the Slimeking. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Slimeking's Tower.

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  35. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    STEAM KEY PURCHASE: Please note that you're purchasing a STEAM KEY. The key will unlock the FULL GAME (for Win/Mac/Linux) using a registered Steam Account. More info can be found here: http://store.steampowered.com/app/577150/ICEBOX_Speedgunner ICEBOX: Speedgunner is a competitive Run-and-Gun 3D Platforming FPS. THE CLOCK IS TICKING… Carve an ice-cool path through the Icebox, cutting corners,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ICEBOX: Speedgunner.

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  36. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, character development
    81% User Score Based on 67 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 2 reviews

    Dimension Drive is a space shooter that challenges your skills in entirely new ways. Play two games at once on this dual battlefield madness set on a comic book universe! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dimension Drive.

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  37. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    75% User Score Based on 163 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    [Media 2155303] Year 5027, humanity has conquered all of the galaxy, but Earth's government isn't able to keep its many territories under control. Many space criminals rage freely and plunder... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Paradox.

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  38. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    73% User Score Based on 280 reviews

    A desperate, savage survival experience full of stunning visuals, dynamic creatures, and a haunting soundtrack. Follow strange beasts through lonely forests, hazardous mountains, dark caves, and glowing swamps. Watch out for dangerous creatures that react to your movements and decisions, and cleverly concealed traps that will test your ability to survive. Over six years in the making, FEIST is a g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FEIST.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    94% User Score Based on 102 reviews

    Mibibli's Quest is a retro-style surrealistic platformer game. Join Mibibli as it blasts his way through over 20 crazy and eclectic levels! Conquer caves, dance through raves, wander the suburbs, and blow up eggs... travel through time and explore your nightmares along the way! Collect power ups and find the secrets that are scattered throughout this world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mibibli's Quest.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, atmosphere
    86% User Score Based on 144 reviews

    UnderParty is an Action Platformer game. This game is made up of a very high level of difficulty. It's very violent (Gore,Ryona), so be careful. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UnderParty.

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  42. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    47% User Score Based on 350 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    99 Levels to Hell is a platform shooter with lots of guns, upgrades, magic, traps and monsters to kill. 99 Levels to Hell is a rogue-like-like, which means surviving is key and every time you play you get a new set of levels to play. When you complete 10 levels, the 10th being a boss-fight you unlock a door to the next dungeon. Hidden in the darkness of the dungeons are shops, casinos and elevato… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 99 Levels To Hell.

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  43. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    83% User Score Based on 266 reviews

    Retro Game Crunch is a series of 7 games, full of the charm and challenge of the 8-bit generation. Each world feels like an authentic NES classic. A massive genre-spanning collection. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Game Crunch.

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  44. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 456 reviews

    Super Galaxy Squadron is a fast-paced vertical shooter designed for human beings as well as shmup veterans. Featuring multiple game modes, a challenging but merciful difficulty curve, forgiving health system, and seventeen playable ships. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo.

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  45. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    67% User Score Based on 636 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 3 reviews

    A legendary Dragon is haunting the lands. Towns are set ablaze, and its magic power resurrects the evil creatures of the world. A hero is needed to travel to the corners of the lands and slay the beast to restore peace. RPG grind-fest! Run, Battle ever harder enemies, Collect XP and Loot, Buy better equipment, Level Up, Do it all over again. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Loot Hero DX.

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

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

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  47. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 62 reviews

    If you're interested, be sure to Wishlist the game - that helps a lot! Infinitevania is a 2D platformer in the metroidvania style, heavily inspired by Castlevania: Symphony of the Night and featuring elements from Hollow Knight. The game focuses on combat, exploration, puzzles, upgrades, and an breathtaking story. Explore different worlds Defeat the most powerful creatures in these worlds, absorb … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinitevania.

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  50. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    69% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Slumbering Feline is a single-player, one-shot game featuring a feline-themed story. Step into the shoes of Momo, who finds herself lost in a strange dream and trying to escape from her slumber. Waking up in an unfamiliar world, Momo is equipped with the mystical gear she’s always desired. Momo will explore, battle enemies, discover weak points, find the key, and make a daring escape. Can Momo fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slumbering Feline.

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