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Looking for games like From the Deep? Here are top platformer recommendations with a mystery focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Alter Ego for TIC-80 Tiny Computer, Wheels of Elefantita! or Bookbound Brigade.

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  1. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Powered by TIC-80 tiny computer 0.90.1723 Pro (with editors disabled)Code (LUA script, procedural) by Kyuchumimo and pixelbathBackgrounds by pixelbathAdditional code:Text with outline by jf1xButton sequence check by qrq#9658Original ZX Spectrum game by Denis Grachev (RetroSouls)Graphics by ShiruMusic by Richard "Kulor" ArmijoCHANGELOG 230901• Reworked timers t and et; Redundancies in the code were… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alter Ego for TIC-80 Tiny Computer.

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  2. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    This game was created in less than a week as a birthday's gift to my beloved partner. It's inspired by Nes and MSX era, and it's mainly based on the game "City Connection".========================================GAMEPLAY: You have 3 extra lives, and your mission is to paint the entire track while avoiding police cars. Each stage has a Bonus reward (displayed at top right corner of the screen) that… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wheels of Elefantita!.

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  3. 40%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    60% User Score Based on 5 reviews
    Critic Score 56%Based on 2 reviews

    Bookbound Brigade is about beating the hell out of historical and literary characters you studied in school by leading a dream team of real and fictional heroes through a 2D side-scrolling platform-adventure. It will take the likes of Dracula, King Arthur, Queen Victoria, Nikola Tesla, Cassandra, Dorothy Gale, Sun Wukong the Monkey King and Robin Hood to assemble and avenge a world plunged into… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bookbound Brigade.

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  4. 92%Game Brain Score
    92% User Score Based on 129 reviews

    1-stage demake of Sonic 3 made with PICO-8 If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to pico sonic.

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  5. About: This is a simple short 2D pixel-art platformer with a premise that fall damage now exists and in game it is explained by your character having glass-like fragile knees. Your goal is to get out of the cave you are in by traversing a number of levels you find. Each level was hand created and holds a special feature about it. What is that feature? Is it shortcuts, punishing routes or misdirect… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Broken Knees.

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  6. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    WISHLIST ON STEAM HERE! This game is a 2D puzzle platformer with a small twist... the world isn't truly 2D! Explore the possibilities of traversing a 2D environment with multiple layers you can move into! Solve puzzles, overcome challenges and more in Divemensions! --Level Editor Beta Update!-- New Update! Try out the level editor WIP and share screenshots of your creations! --Overview-- In this g… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Divemensions.

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  7. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Ludam Dare 489th Place in Audio (Top 1%) 18th Place Overall (Top 1.6%)  Thank you!! The Colorsmith Descend through a world of abstract color as shades get deeper and deeper in this puzzle platformer (Ludum Dare 48 - Compo). Rank here: https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/48/the-colorsmit Controls Left A or Left Arrow or Left D-Pad Right D or Right Arrow or Right D-Pad Jump W or Up Arrow or Spacebar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Colorsmith: Deeper and Deeper Shades.

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  8. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Welcome to the Dojo of Death! This project is a labor of love, a recreation/port of the beloved old flash game "Dojo of Death." As a passionate developer, I embarked on this journey to pay homage to the original while indulging in nostalgia and expanding my skills. The primary goal of this recreation/port is to provide a learning experience for myself and others who are interested in game developm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dojo of Death.

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  9. UPDATED LUDUM DARE JAM ENTRY!I did about 2 more hours of work and added 3 more levels (2 before and 1 after the previous level 5) as well as the background music I made during the weekend. It really makes the game flow a lot better.======== CONTROLS: X - SHAPE SHIFT WITH "X" MOVE WITH ARROW KEYS RESTART A LEVEL BY PRESSING THE NUMBER OF IT (1 to 8) ON THE KEYBOARDM - Mute / Unmute music RED RAY ca… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cactus Ray - Ludum Dare JAM WEB.

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    Originally developed as a birthday gift for my nephew, Jackroid is a heartfelt indie game that blends classic action-platforming with Metroid-style exploration. After several requests and growing interest, I’ve decided to bring Jackroid to Steam. Free—as a thank you to everyone who’s supported me. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jackroid.

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    57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    FROG CORNER is a first person horror game, with found footage stylization The game relies mostly on creating heavy atmosphere, instead of a cheap jump scares. The game tells you a story about a person who goes to an abandoned arcade, going deeper and deeper, searching for the mythical arcade machine "Frog Corner". And the deeper you go, everything gets even weirder than before. What is… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frog Corner.

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    WELCOME TO THE SHIFT FROM HELLIn 3Tower, you are the new night watchman at a graveyard like no other. Your job? Survive the night. But not just any night—and not just any graveyard. You're stationed at the Three Tower Cemetery, home to the so-called "problematic dead." Three tower with ancient technology are the only thing keeping them contained. When the towers work, all is calm. Whe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 3Tower.

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  13. Stones and Bones make break my schticks but words can be rearranged.Newgrounds link: http://www.newgrounds.com/portal/view/680265?updat...Ludum Dare link (smaller screen size):http://ludumdare.com/compo/ludum-dare-36/?action=p...Defend yourself against the ancient threats at your desert forgeWhat technology is more ancient than fire and smashing stuff together?------------Controls-----------------… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stones and Bones.

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  14. Little mouse, you've fallen down the well. Fortunately a kind stranger has bandaged you up and placed you in bed. Grab your trusty fishing pole and gather all the power ups you need to escape. Waiting for a bite is a smash up of a Stardew valley style fishing game and a Metroidvania. Collect powerups through fishing to escape the well. This game was written for the 2023 Fall Lisp Game Jam. The so… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Waiting for a Bite.

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  15. Memory Eater is a 2d platformer with run\jump\shoot gameplay and some puzzle elements. To progress, on every level you must find and collect a certain number of memories. Mind monsters will try to stop you, fight them or run. Keep an eye on the map and switch to your flying bear to explore what lies ahead. Memory Eater is a game about creatures eating people's memories. For many years they… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Memory Eater.

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  16. Todd the Caver Todd the Caver is a sadistic ragdoll platformer. Explore deep into an abandoned caving system and uncover the secrets within! You will control Todd with each limb individually, using the mouse to fling yourself around with disregard for poor Todd's wellbeing. Todd the Caver was created in 48 hours for Ludum Dare (compo) by me. It was created in the Godot game engine. [Ludum Dare sub… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Todd the Caver.

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  17. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    In ScanR (pronounced Scanner) you are a Droid tasked with finding a missing group of hikers that got trapped in a cave. Use your scanning module to find your way in an environment without light. What might be lurking in the deep? Base-Mechanic inspired by Scanner Sombre (Website - Steam - GOG) Ludum Dare This game is my entry for the 48th Ludum Dare GameJam. The theme is: Deeper and deeper This ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ScanR.

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  18. Your objective is to collect the balls with the color indicated in the top-left label. Note that a mouse is required to play this game. You'll need to point the cursor to the balls. This is an extended version of a game made for Ludum Dare 31. Original version: http://ludumdare.com/compo/ludum-dare-31/?action=preview&uid=46558 Source code at PlayCanvas: https://playcanvas.com/project/333967Post-Mo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ora Bolas!.

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  19. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    100% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    8 Bit Space is a 2D platformer inspired by games from the 8-bit era of gaming and with particular emphasis on the ZX Spectrum. Explore 25 alien planets in the search of your goal, valuable gems are also scattered within each planet, can you find them all? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 8 Bit Space.

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    93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    93% User Score Based on 80 reviews

    A puzzle adventure about light and perception. You are trapped within the perception of a mysterious Eye; everything it sees is a reality for you. But a curious thing happens when its eye closes, the world disappears around you and anything brightly lit up leaves an afterimage burned into the vision of the Eye. To you, these afterimages are solid objects, and you can jump on them to get to un… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blink.

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    16%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    27% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    You think you can handle everything? Then grab a gun, jump at the helm of the ship and get ready for hardcore adventures in Deep Space! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Space Rush.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    69% User Score Based on 112 reviews

    You may think it's simple enough to run and jump your way through life. But there's more to this world... or, rather, these worlds. You're entering the duality of a distressed mind, controlling light and dark versions of the same environment. You hold the key to switching from one to the other. Every step forward shows a new obstacle, and a new way to alter it between dark and light. Become comfor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Disorder.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    85% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Paradox Vector is an old school first person shooter set in a different dimension. Inspired by the vector graphics games of the early 80's and the impossible geometry of M.C. Escher, Paradox Vector offers a unique look and fast paced action. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paradox Vector.

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  25. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 228 reviews

    Now available on Steam! Every itch.io purchase comes with a Steam key.An indie platform game about keys, running, jumping, doors and nonsense. Another Perspective follows the adventure of someone who is looking for something that they can't remember. Then they work out they can warp themselves into other bodies and things get a bit confusing. Check out the official launch page and trailers! htt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Another Perspective.

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  26. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    90% User Score Based on 206 reviews

    Embark on a journey with a group of villagers in search of a new part of the island to populate. Land on the hidden shores of the northern side of Isola and explore what was once a secret city. Find new sources of food to nourish your villagers and help them rebuild the remains of this mysterious city. Who lived here before? Where have they gone? What is the secret of Isola? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Virtual Villagers - The Secret City.

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    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    Dive: Starpath is a third-person runner set in the stratosphere of massive planets. Guide yourself through the perils of interstellar space as you pursue a mysterious traveler. Fight gravity, gather the data canisters, and don't lose orbit! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DIVE: Starpath.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    68% User Score Based on 40 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 4 reviews

    Retsnom is an inventive pixel art puzzle platformer that allows player to break the map by mirroring sections of the level, and rearranging it on the fly to save a sick daughter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RETSNOM.

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    49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    82% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Drive Up In the world of "Drive Up," you're not just driving; you're embarking on a thrilling journey. Your adventure begins on a mysterious island with only one road leading upward. Your mission is crystal clear: reach the finish line without any tumbles because there are no checkpoints! The road you navigate is treacherous, filled with unexpected twists, steep inclines, and narr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drive Up.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere
    96% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    A gun that shoots platforms! Platform Gun is a puzzle platformer where you shoot platforms with your gun that can be used for both traversal and combat. Platform gun is a complete free experience that should take around 30 minutes to complete. Features Explore the Reinheart Space Station Scale Heights with the Platform Gun Glide to areas at incredible speed with the Platform Gun Solve Puzzl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Platform Gun.

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  31. PUZZLES ARE THE CORE In CHARGE.R, every location is a puzzle space filled with various tasks related to restoring energy — an obstacle that must be overcome through logic, sequence and observation. There are no battles. No enemies. Just you, the station, mechanisms, diverse energy sources, switches, puzzles, gravitational manipulations and other tools that open the way forward. Use your logic sk… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CHARGE.R.

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  32. Step into an eerie silence, a place where childhood dreams have turned into eternal nightmares. You are a paranormal investigator, drawn by dark rumors of an abandoned school built on the ruins of an old orphanage where, decades ago, children died of a mysterious illness and abuse. You come for answers, but find only the remnants of innocence. These walls once filled with children's laughter, but… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Firefly Shelter.

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  33. Inspired by the admired Dead Space Series, Discover the massive horrifying world of The Red Selene, Survive through the connected worlds of Colony EC-21 Janus, and travel to the Red Selene itself and back to uncover the story of yourself and the horrors that happened in the colony. Enjoy the technical and artistic achievements of indie classic gaming! Jump into the new genre of the ultimate sci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Red Selene.

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  34. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Best in Fullscreen Mode/建议使用全屏模式 Stuck on a level? Check out these walkthrough videos for help: 如果你在某一关卡卡住了,欢迎参考以下视频攻略: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1PehGzqEca/ Loop of Seasons: Magic Seed Seasons shift. Life returns. Let your magic seed awaken the green. In a forgotten corner of the world, the land is withered and nature lies dormant. You are a tiny forest sprite, carrying a mysterio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Loop of Seasons: Magic Seed.

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  35. 14 old games by the Harmony Friends, aka "Hinchy", together in one place. Many of these games haven't been available for download in a long time, and we wanted to scrub them of dead names and dead links. There probably aren't a ton of people out there who care about seeing these preserved, but I know at least a few people played games like Key to Adventure or Launchman, and there are some interest… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harmony Multicart.

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  36. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Update 13 Nov 2016: first post-jam release!There is now a save slot (just one though). Game will auto-save when checkpoints are triggered.In-game map to track your exploration progress. Press pause to access map after you enter the caves.Added ability to change window size (F1).Added more color palettes in case you'd like something other than the original green (F2).Added ability to mute audio (M)… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unknown Planet.

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  37. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Introducing Teppo and The Secret Ancient City ! Teppo and The Secret Ancient City is a throwback to 90s platformers where you collected jewels, flicked switches to open up new paths and backtracked to the new area before finally finding the exit. The soundtrack has a classic early 90s platformer vibe, as do the in-game sound effects. A retro, 8-bit style fast paced platformer action inspired by … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Teppo And The Secret Ancient City.

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  38. SUMMON THE COLOSSUS A mysterious journey in an ancient temple. Dive deep inside and see if you can summon the colossus SUMMON THE COLOSSUS is an atmospheric adventure game where you control a nameless character exploring an ancient COLOSSUS TEMPLE. Heavily inspired by the amazing INSIDE by Playdead, we tried to construct an atmospheric experience that can be enjoyed by everyone. Playable … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUMMON THE COLOSSUS.

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  39. Welcome to "The Nadia2000 Initiative," an immersive (prototype) game experience inspired by Guillaume Regis's novel:  The Codes of Relationships. Dive into an interactive adventure where you, as the novel’s protagonist, Marcus Johnson, embark on a mission critical to humanity's survival. The Earth and realms beyond face an existential threat from the Ultraxoids, alien parasites plotting to terrafo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Codes of Relationships: The Nadia2000 Initiative..

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  40. Directive 399WH is a… we’re not sure exactly. You are woken by your ship’s AI as there is an anomaly causing time loops aboard ship. The AI has a plan and he has chosen you….. for some reason?The game is kind of a Puzzle/Exploration/Narrative game…. Just play it for a bit and tell us what we have made. Please… we’d love to know  If it feels like two different games jammed together at a certain p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Directive 399WH.

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  41. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Escape from the painted worlds of the mad Vladovich von Painter in this procedurally generated classic action platformer! Face hordes of undead, demons, and evil pumpkins as you fight your way out of a nightmare! Experience the game feel of the NES classics--time your attacks and jumps carefully, or fall to your doomNo two runs are alike - Vlad will paint you a new unique challenge with every new … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinivania.

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  42. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Phantoms curse s is a 2D adventure platformer game. it takes place on a mysterious island where monsters aretrying to "curse" the player or eat the player. the goal of the game is to explore the island and uncover its secrets.  controls: W A S D to move SHIFT to attack(you need to equip a weapon, which can be done so in your inventory. click weapon into the "weapon" slot to use the weapon.) SP… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phantom's Curse.

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  43. 20%Game Brain Score
    20% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    This is a Ludum Dare 36 entry. #LDJAM #LD36 Page: http://ludumdare.com/compo/ludum-dare-36/?action=p... This is my seventh time to attend Ludum Dare.I planned to produce 2D art by myself, but the game logic is too many to handle.I was behind schedule because of the graduate school's stuffs. Finally, I still catch up with the deadline by staying up late. Like always, Hope that everyone will enjoy m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Blacksmith.

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  44. You play as a steam powered robot with the ability to record clones and "loop" them.  Create clones, pause them, platform, and solve puzzles to make your way through the game. Controls:  wasd -move                        space - jump                        mouse to look                        R to record and stop recording                        1 to restart the puzzle                       TAB to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Out Of The Loop.

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  45. 46%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 7 reviews

    BENDYWORM is a platformer with a twist: the entire world bends and twists around you as your progress through the level. Why? Because you're inside of a gigantic worm, and worms are bendy. The game is made for Github Game Off 2021. Controls (note - only keyboard input prompts are shown in game; gamepad button prompts are missing but they still work) Keyboard Gamepad Action Arrow keys Left … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BENDYWORM.

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  46. 82%Game Brain Score
    82% User Score Based on 74 reviews

    Huh? No Mario's Sky has received a DMCA notice. DMCA's sky is our replacement. Help Spaceman Finn search for Princess Mango in an infinite universe (that may contain no Mangoes). Made in 72 hours for Ludum Dare 36. Featuring crazy Moombas, An Infinite Universe, Muscle, Amazing Physics and a Radical Space Ship; DMCA's Sky is the hackneyed remake-gone-mashup you've been craving. Sign up to our maili… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DMCA's Sky.

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  47. Delve Deep is a procedurally generated dwarven dungeon crawler originally made for the Ludum Dare 48 Compo. Play as a dwarf forced to flee the surface, as a horde of orcs and goblins chases you down into the depths of the earth. But don't forget to gather some gold and allies on your way down. Controls- Arrow keys or WASD to move.- SPACE to skip your turn. There are also four different AI protocol… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Delve Deep.

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  48. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Bean Brothers is a fun and challenging platform game for ZX Spectrum Next*. You control two characters, Fabe and Lubi, who must work together to beat the game's 40 levels. Fight against multiple enemies, avoid hazards, open doors and study the level before solving it - or not, maybe you need to react fast because an enemy is coming towards you! Sharpen your platforming skills, you may need them … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bean Brothers for ZX Spectrum Next (and others).

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  49. # **CMPM120 Final Game: FutureBound** Final game created for CMPM120, UCSC Spring 2023 **Link to deployed version of main game that works in mobile browser:** ----------------- https://lukaslicon.itch.io/futurebound **Links to deployed, mobile-playable versions of all three prototypes** -----------------    - Scene Flow: https://lukaslicon.github.io/SceneFlowPrototype/    - Core Gameplay: https://… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FutureBound.

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  50. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Delve deep in the mythological dungeons of Hymnos! Fight a bestiary of monsters as you level up your skills in this fast paced shooter RPG mashup. Equip powerful, mystical weapons and discover ancient treasure as you explore the dungeons, gardens, and eyries of the gods. This game was made for the second E1M1 Game Jame, the theme being "Uncommon Setting". Controls: WASD To Move, Mouse + Click to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hymnos.

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