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Looking for games like Everything starts small? Here are top platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with The Dreadful Whispers, Aether’s Echo: Yazid’s Paradox or tiny Cats.

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  1. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    88% User Score Based on 128 reviews

    You're not good enough... it can't be done... it's too risky... you're worthless... give up...The Dreadful Whispers is an adventure about overcoming fear and doubt. Explore hundreds of strange handcrafted levels filled with doubts, fears and whispers. Discover a darker, twisted side to the world with the unique reveal mechanic. Solve dozens of short, mind twisting puzzles and blast your way throu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dreadful Whispers.

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  2. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    Aether’s Echo: Yazid’s ParadoxA 2D platformer where time bends—and so do your limits. “The mountain remembers every soul it devoured. Will you be the one to rewrite fate?” Precision meets puzzle. Every step matters. OverviewEmbark on a perilous journey through a mysterious mountain where time obeys your command—but so does your darkest self. In Aether’s Echo: Yazid’s Paradox, you play as Yazi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aether’s Echo: Yazid’s Paradox.

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  3. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    96% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    Tiny Cats is a mysterious hidden cat-detective game where you need to find all the hidden and deeply hidden cats in the mansion. Save each cat from the mysterious magic that keeps them trapped inside. And uncover the mystery of your late aunt's house. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to tiny Cats.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 63 reviews

    The kingdom on the sea was once peaceful. But magic has since taken over the land, and only fools or followers of the Dark Sorcerer remain among the ruins. You arrive somewhat forgetful, but your purpose is clear: explore the once thriving kingdom, and fight your way past the servants of dark magic! Equipped with a magic bow, in Overbowed you'll explore ruins and the dangerous foes that inhabit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overbowed.

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  5. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    96% User Score Based on 46 reviews

    Screenshots from 'Unleaving'  A story-driven puzzle platformer, hand-painted frame by frame, inviting players to become an extension of the protagonist by giving it your own meaning. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unleaving.

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  6. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    74% User Score Based on 103 reviews

    Fight your way through the dungeons of the Alchemist's Castle, collect power ups and take back what is rightfully yours from the Alchemist himself in this old-school metroidvania! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alchemist's Castle.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    88% User Score Based on 710 reviews

    Nominated as a IGF Seamus McNally Finalist, NightSky is an ambient action-puzzle game that offers a gameplay experience unlike any other—cerebral challenges fill uniquely designed picturesque worlds. The player must maneuver a sphere by using realistic physics to advance; each of these worlds is broken into different areas. The original soundtrack by experimental jazz musician, Chris Schlarb will … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NightSky.

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  8. Embark on an Enigmatic Journey in a Mysterious Metroidvania WorldDark Watcher is an immersive metroidvania game that takes players on a thrilling journey through a mysterious and dark world. In this atmospheric 2D adventure, you step into the shoes of a troubled protagonist who finds themselves reborn in an unfamiliar realm. As the story unfolds, you'll navigate intricate levels, encounter unique… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Watcher.

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    41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Become a brave hero and embark to the dangerous journey though mysterious forbidden lands. Reveal secrets of the legendary past, find the last pieces of gone magic and gain courage to slay the terrible monster! The Little Brave is a 2D action-adventure immersive metroidvania about a little boy Keely. Get ready for an exciting adventure. Uncover the secrets of an old tale, gain bravery and strengt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Little Brave.

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

    In Swapshot, you take control of this fearless protagonist, equipped with an incredible teleportation gun. Your mission is to overcome a series of challenges in a world filled with 2D platforms and intriguing puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swapshot.

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  11. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    94% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    A hero resurrected. A new Adventure. With stunning, 2D pixel art, Adventure of Samsara combines classic gameplay, a deeply connected world, and a heady, twisting narrative of death, rebirth and memory. Become the Solar Champion and restore balance to the multiverse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adventure of Samsara.

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  12. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    64% User Score Based on 556 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 17 reviews

    PLANET ALPHA, a beautiful alien world filled with mystery and danger. Pursued by relentless enemies, you must harness the power of night and day as you struggle to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PLANET ALPHA.

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  13. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    70% User Score Based on 77 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 3 reviews

    Astronite is a 1bit metroidvania that combines action, exploration, puzzles and platforms. Recover the planet where you and yours lived before it was invaded by strange creatures. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astronite.

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  14. In A Song in Elyel Nalore, you'll step into the shoes of a skilled protagonist who takes on a simple guild job that turns into a dangerous quest to uncover dark secrets.  This Metroidvania-style action adventure combines intense platforming, dynamic combat, and immersive world-building to create an unforgettable journey.  Key Features: Exploration & Discovery: Dive into a vast, beautifu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Song in Elyel Nalore.

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  15. Step into a world where every leap and every dodge tells a story. In Testimony of Shew, you’ll navigate breathtaking landscapes, unravel a compelling narrative, and master precise movement to overcome challenges. This is not a game, its an experience. Key Features: Engaging Storytelling: Experience a deeply immersive tale woven into the platforming action. Fluid Jump & Dodge Mechanics: Prec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Testimony of Shew: Depths of Sheol.

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  16. Super Polandball - Game Description Super Polandball is an action-packed 2D platformer where you take control of a brave Polandball (or other countryballs like France, Ukraine, or USA) to save the world from the clutches of evil! Embark on a thrilling adventure across 10 challenging levels filled with parkour platforms, coin collecting, epic battles, and unique bosses like Trilluminati, Omskbird,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Polandball Game.

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  17. Incredibly hardcore side-scrolling 2d platformer with an interesting storyline. Once Vasilisa was cursed by dark forces. They turned her into a scarecrow. But all the knights were afraid to save Vasilisa's soul, they thought that they too would be cursed. Only Ivan the Fool decided to save her. Climb a pillar above the sky, bypassing incredibly difficult obstacles, and find the key that will save … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vasilisas Torment.

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  18. Stardrytch is a challenging action-platformer set in a lost world where sci-fi and fantasy collide. Embark on a dangerous journey, discover a forgotten land, unlock mighty powers and battle terrifying monsters to find a way home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stardrytch.

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  19. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Game Features Immerse yourself in a post-apocalyptic world inspired by the aesthetics of nomadic Asian cultures. Explore the vast and enigmatic world of the Ark, once again standing on the edge of the Abyss. Fight in rhythmic battles using the power of the shamanic drum. Let ancient melodies help you crush your enemies! Defeat gigantic bosses. Acquire abilities that will unlock new… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shaman's Ark.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    82% User Score Based on 61 reviews

    EXPLORE THE MIND OF THE ODDGOD IN THIS FREE EXPANSION! Become Part of the Community! About the Game A HAND-DRAWN METROIDVANIA WITH BRANCHING STORYLINES As you explore the Realm of Aestik, you will need to make impactful decisions which will alter the course of the game. Platform your way through this strangely unique world and fathom the mysterious corruption that drives sane creature… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aestik.

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  21. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    98% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    Embark on an Emotional Adventure Unpetrified: Echoes of Nature is a peaceful and reflective experience, filled with meaningful collectibles, unique emotion-driven interactions, and environmental puzzles. The orchestral soundtrack emphasizes an intimate storyline of unlikely friendship, loss, and love. Explore a Colorful World Travel across vast, beautifully diverse landscapes, each seamlessly blen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unpetrified: Echoes of Nature.

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     GLYPHS is a difficult puzzle-platformer about exploration and persistence.  Traverse the depths of the Tomb of Forbidden Knowledge; a sentient labyrinth containing traces of the past in the form of glyphs. Formidable bosses, platforming, and puzzles stand in the way of discovery - GLYPHS fulfills the extent that one willingly searches for true knowledge. Your determination dictates where this st… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GLYPHS.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    81% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Immerse yourself in AtmaSphere2, a sequel to the original roll-a-ball game set in a captivating medieval world. Prepare for an even more thrilling experience with an abundance of treacherous traps and unpredictable paths. Challenge your skills like never before as you navigate through increasingly difficult levels filled with traps! Unleash the power of enhanced gameplay mechanics that will put… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AtmaSphere 2.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    88% User Score Based on 440 reviews

    Dragon's Wake is a 2D Adventure Platformer where a fledgling dragon hatches into a world in which the extermination of dragons at the hands of a mysterious black knight is already underway. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon's Wake.

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  25. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    87% User Score Based on 156 reviews

    Kingdom Shell is a cold fairytale made in the style of platformers of the 90s. Go to the Kingdom to stop the invasion of nightmare creatures, as well as restore justice. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom Shell.

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  27. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    73% User Score Based on 1,179 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 8 reviews

    Buy Trek to Yomi on PlayStation store, a cinematic action-adventure that follows an enthralling story of Hiroki during his fall against the forces of evil. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trek to Yomi.

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  28. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    75% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Jump, slash and explore a broken world! Welcome to the Grizzled Planet, a seamless open world platformer presented in retro style and filled with old-school challenges. Explore without pointers to uncover secret areas. Equip yourself with unique items and skills, even the ability to shrink and enlarge or explode and recombine. Only through self-discovery will you overcome enemy Dinos in epic comb… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grizzland.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 260 reviews
    Critic Score 64%Based on 1 reviews

    Light up the world! As Plug, you are charged with restoring the expansive Amp-Tree-System, and thwarting an enigmatic intruder. Solve puzzles and explore in 1000 Amps! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1000 Amps.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    62% User Score Based on 324 reviews

    A mysterious trip to gorgeous and surreal lands, players explore the unknown and harness mystical powers which have been hidden in the valley for centuries. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Qora.

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  31. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    78% User Score Based on 80 reviews

    Below are the controls for the full release version: Xbox Gamepad Controls: DPAD = move start = pause A = jump/make menu selections (also for the pause screen) X = attack (up on the DPAD plus attack is upwards attack) B = sub-attack (when present)PS4 Controller: DPAD = move Options = Pause Cross = jump/make menu selections (also for the pause screen) Square = attack (up on the DPAD plus attack i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Tribulation Entanglement.

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  32. 37%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    37% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    The Shore VR is a first-person story-driven game with an atmospheric environment and narrations. You will play the role of a man who ends up on a mysterious island. Strong elements of Lovecraftian horror, struggle to survive in an unknown world.Presented with a Lovecraftian style, As players dive deeper and deeper into the mystery, they’ll face overwhelming odds. It’s only by mastering the artifac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Shore VR.

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  33. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    68% User Score Based on 110 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    FOX n FORESTS is a 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by the glorious days of 16-bit! Switch between various seasons on the fly, shoot and slash with your magic melee crossbow and snatch valuable loot to unveil the mystery of the 5th seasons. A thrilling pixel art fable with rewarding super secrets, screen filling bosses and thriving exploration. This is 16-bit how you remember it! Fe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FOX n FORESTS.

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  34. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    96% User Score Based on 422 reviews
    Critic Score 93%Based on 1 reviews

    Embark on a VR adventure to explore a vast and treacherous temple and uncover the ancient legend of the Eye. Keep your balance as you step between moving blocks, dodging hazardous traps and solving environmental puzzles with just your torch and whip in hand. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eye of the Temple.

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  35. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Liminal Leap: A Descent into the Unfamiliar ____________________ Liminal Leap is a heart-pounding escape room challenge set in the unsettling world of the Backrooms. Reality warps, familiar spaces twist, and you're trapped in a labyrinthine facility – a distorted reflection of the everyday. Your mission: Escape. Uncover the secrets of this insidious place and find your way back to reality. F… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Liminal Leap.

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  36. A 2d puzzle game in a world of arrows! It's a sokoban-like block pushing game with a simple twist; Instead of boxes, you have to deal with arrows that move toward their pointed directions. You play as a single arrow whose goal is to move all the colored arrows to their corresponding goals. The colored arrows move forward if nothing's in the way, and stop if an object blocks their path (except for … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Arrow.

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  37. Rise of The Flightless Robin Get ready for an epic adventure as you step into the shoes of Robin, a middle-aged engineer with a thirst for adventure and a fascination for the stars! Despite the confines of a wheelchair, Robin is determined to live up to his name and soar high like his avian namesake. Journey to the Summit Join Robin on an adrenaline-fueled journey to conquer the world's tallest… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise of The Flightless Robin.

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  38. 31%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    50% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    A story-driven psychological horror experience where you must survive 10 phobia-inspired rooms, each filled with atmospheric puzzles, relentless dread, and unsettling truths waiting to be uncovered. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phobophobia 1.0: The Experiment.

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  39. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Sea of Brave - Aidan Adventure is an action-adventure platform game, explore the different levels of Figon Island to discover its mysteries, find treasures, challenges and new skills. Confront and defeat Captain Skull's fearsome pirate crew that has enslaved the island. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sea of Brave: Aidan Adventure.

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  41. 100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 80 reviews

    The Divine War has ruined the world. Mutated creatures roam the land and through frozen time, while the remaining lives struggle to survive on the edge of oblivion and despair. The secrets of the deities before their fall lie buried beneath the broken temple, the stagnant current of time, and endless ruins. Shattered Divinities is a 2D pixel-style Metroidvania action-adventure game. You play as a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shattered Divinities.

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  42. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    96% User Score Based on 133 reviews

    Poor planning has put you in a tough situation: your spacecraft is nearly out of power and an abandoned derelict freighter is your only chance for survival. Can you overcome the tricky obstacles that await you and collect enough power to make it out alive? Note from the developer:I am obsessed with platformers and the minute details of how they control and I wanted to create a game that feature… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Derelict Star.

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    96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 184 reviews

    Blackshard is a first-person exploration game. Wander through a strange megastructure, the Labyrinth, to unravel its mysteries... Your behavior within the Labyrinth will define the outcome of your journey. What path will you choose to take? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BLACKSHARD.

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  44. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    80% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    The Land of the Magnates is an epic action-adventure set in a magical world inspired by the myths of the Middle East. You are Malik Shahbaz, prince of the Land of the Sun. Once a land of joy and music, the kingdom has been shrouded in darkness and silence following the death of its queen. Now, the king has been poisoned and the prince stands accused of this foul deed. After a daring escape, the di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Land of the Magnates.

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  45. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    75% User Score Based on 60 reviews

    Dive into Ayasa, a dark and mysterious platformer where light and shadow hold the key to survival. Journey through six haunting lands, solve challenging puzzles and restore balance to a world on the brink of collapse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ayasa: Shadows of Silence.

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  46. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 161 reviews

    Afterplace is an adventurous indie game for mobile devices. It's a huge open world, full of hidden secrets, treasures, and creatures. You'll run around the woods, fight monsters, and talk to ostensibly shady characters! All from your pocket! Be warned though - you never know what the forest might be hiding, and not all trails are paved. Labyrinths and dungeons are tucked away in the most concealed… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Afterplace.

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  47. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    "Dawn of the Ashen Queen" is a classic grid-based, first-person dungeon crawler reminiscent of 90s RPG games. Set out with your party to reveal the legacy of a millennia-old curse in a narrative-rich experience. Explore the colorful world of Eshavon, unearth its many secrets and fight dangerous foes sent out to stop you on your mission. Explore your Fate Three years have passed since… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dawn of the Ashen Queen.

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  48. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 68 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 7 reviews

    Venture into a frenetic metroidvania and take part in a fight between divinities where you will have to choose between Corrupting Gold and Purifying Light to achieve your ends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noreya: The Gold Project.

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  49. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    89% User Score Based on 125 reviews

    Step into the future with our groundbreaking VR game set in the year 2119, where humanity embarks on a historic journey into space. Witness the turning point in space exploration history as nations rush to colonize the uncharted territories of our solar system. Join the "CCM-1" (Callisto Colonization Mission) expedition, aimed at the enigmatic moon of Jupiter - Callisto.VR EXPERIENCE:Imm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Accident VR.

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  50. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    69% User Score Based on 16 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 9 reviews

    Control a Pong ball aching to break free of its life stuck between two paddles. Explore a dangerous, minimalist world, armed with simple two button controls: tap a button to change direction diagonally by 45 degrees, and hold down a button to unleash a cathartic dash forward. That’s all you need to solve environmental puzzles and labyrinthine levels. Around each corner is a new challenge that will… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to qomp2.

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