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Games like Gradius 3

Looking for games like Gradius 3? Here are top shooter recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Battle Star Asteroids, Frutz or Void Drifters (Rouglike).

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  1. You have a very important mission. Be a hero who saved humanity from extinction. Fight intense battles, use all your skills and destroy all the threats that are coming to our planet. Remember, we don't know exactly what we are dealing with, be careful. You are our hope. Battle Star Asteroids is an action and shooting game with the player's vision in a top-down style. The player must move ship usi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle Star Asteroids.

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  2. Blast through five cosmic worlds, defeat powerful guardians, and claim the Cosmic Gems in Frutz — a fast, replayable arcade shooter built for skill, score chasing, and perfect runs. The evil Lord Zorkannan rules the cosmos through the power of the five Cosmic Gems. Each gem has been entrusted to one of his strongest guardians, who now command dangerous worlds filled with enemies, hazards, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frutz.

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  3. n the void of space, there are no allies.There is only you, your ship, and endless hordes of enemies. Void Drifters is a fast-paced pixel roguelike shooter where every wave is a test of survival.Upgrade your ship, collect power-ups, fight mighty bosses, and prove that humanity hasn’t spoken its last word yet.  What awaits you: Endless difficulty growth — after itch level enemies and bosse… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Drifters (Rouglike).

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  4. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    100% User Score Based on 32 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Curved Space is an intense arcade shooter about battling cosmic energy spiders across warped, physics-defying battlefields. Space stations and asteroids curve and loop around themselves. Up? Down? Who needs those when you’ve got a spaceship, guns and swarms of bugs to blast? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Curved Space.

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  5. Welcome to Space Shooter Extreme! Prepare for an exhilarating journey into the depths of space where relentless alien hordes threaten the galaxy! Space Shooter Extreme is a fast-paced, arcade-style top-down shooter designed to deliver intense action, strategic upgrades, and endless replayability. The Mission: As the pilot of an advanced starfighter, your mission is simple: eliminate every ali… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Shooter Extrteme.

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  6. Don't just Dodge. Evolve. Galactic Rogue: Invaders fuses the pure, adrenaline-pumping gameplay of 80s arcade shooters with the infinite replayability of modern roguelikes. This isn't just a nostalgia trip—it’s a tactical test of adaptation and theory-crafting. Pilot a lone starfighter into the heart of a mechanical alien armada. Your reflexes will keep you alive, but your build will make you leg… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Rogue: Invaders.

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  7. An experience unlike any other! Forget the single screen and play in a chaos of simultaneous windows. You and the enemies move between these isolated environments, which you can drag around. Shoot, dodge, upgrade your ship and create the perfect build in this Roguelike Bullet Hell! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drag and Shoot.

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  8. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 763 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 2 reviews

    As the last surviving tank commander on Earth, single-handedly turn back the evil invading alien army, drive back the Titans across the Solar System, and defeat them on their homeworld... Titan Attacks has the same easy-to-learn and addictive gameplay of the classic arcade shoot 'em up If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Titan Attacks!.

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    WHAT'S IN THIS DEMO Experience GAZAR's core gameplay in two specially designed demo modes that showcase the game's mechanics and how elite enemies create unique threats when working together. Story Mode: Play through the first two planets and unlock the third planet featuring a semi-boss encounter. Get an early taste of the campaign direction with a preview of the cutscene system that introduces… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GAZAR.

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  10. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    91% User Score Based on 454 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 2 reviews

    Blast hordes of alien ships into junk. Collect the scrap to upgrade your ship into an unstoppable force of destruction. Unlock new characters and weapons and upgrade your stats between runs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Scrappers.

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  11. 76%Game Brain Score
    76% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    "Warning! Space alien invaders attack! Warning! Dust Raid! This is not a drill, this is Alien Invasion!!" "Code Red! Space Dust has spread throughout the galaxy and have become the main threaten to all systems! We need you to defend the galaxy against invaders and clear all the dust!" "Shoot and Blast the dust with your fingertip! " Dust Settle 3D - Infinity Space Shooting Arcade Game is a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dust Settle- Infinity Shooting.

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  12. 76%Game Brain Score
    76% User Score Based on 67 reviews

    "Warning! Space alien invaders attack! Warning! Dust Raid! This is not a drill, this is Alien Invasion!!" "Code Red! Space Dust has spread throughout the galaxy and have become the main threaten to all systems! We need you to defend the galaxy against invaders and clear all the dust!" "Shoot and Blast the dust with your fingertip! " Dust Settle 3D - Infinity Space Shooting Arcade Game is a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dust Settle- Infinity Shooting.

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  13. Scan the code to download at Google PlayDownload Earth Defense: Space Invaders at Google PlayMy social media More from me: Last Stand by rami-dv multiplayer by rami-dv War defense by Rami Controls: A/D => MOVE E => OPEN THE SHOP Q => Stop the game Game developed by rami-dv Game idea: You in spaceship and your mission is defense earth  from spaceships(enemies) as much time as possible. Descript… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Earth defense.

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  14. Alcyon Infinity is a fast shooter/bullet hell with dynamic movement and risk management, as well as crazy electro-neo-classical music. Play alone, or plug-in additional Controllers and play with your friends or against them. (1-4 Players) Boost and Drift your way up to the enemies' blindspot Chain kills to level up your combo and multiply your earnings Unlock and upgrade your Weapons… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alcyon Infinity.

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  15. Humanity's Last HopeEarth has fallen. The surviving remnants of humanity have escaped to a distant world, hoping to rebuild and start again. But peace was short-lived. A relentless alien armada has launched a devastating attack, threatening to wipe out humanity once and for all. Take control of an advanced Astro Fighter and become humanity's final line of defense. The future of mankind rests … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astro Fighters 2178.

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  16. Space Shoots Space Shoots is a fast-paced R-Type–inspired shoot ’em up that fuses classic 2.5D side-scrolling gameplay with modern 3D visuals. Take control of advanced space fighters and battle through dangerous sectors of the galaxy filled with alien armadas, mechanical horrors, and colossal bosses. Built for precision and intensity, Space Shoots delivers old-school challenge enhanced by modern… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Shoots.

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  17. Compact Plasma Gears is a retro shoot'em up inspired by the NES-era classics. Pick a character to fight through ten levels, beat equal number of bosses and a significantly higher quantity of regular enemies. The PreambleAn archaeological discovery in an independent mining system piques the interest of special services of Five Galaxies. Space Federation of the Second Galaxy rushes in to secure… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Compact Plasma Gears.

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  18. TRUE GALACTIC MISSION: There are 5 pilots in training, each with peculiar characteristics. It's the day of the final test and everyone will face a obstacle to see who will be able to accept the next challenge, a true galactic mission. Be one of the pilots chosen for this mission and embark on infinite space in search of the unknown, in order to discover what is altering the flow of the univers… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to True Galactic Mission.

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  19. PolyDestroyer is a wave-based top-down space shooter about smart picks and staying alive as the arena gets busier. After each wave you choose one of three random, tiered upgrades. These upgrades stack during the run and shape your build. Between runs you spend coins on permanent upgrades that raise your baseline power and open new options. In combat, Turbo helps you reposition or escape danger, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PolyDestroyer.

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    50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    I got a little plane. I call it Cannoship. I with my cannonship fight strange enemies to save the world Overview:Cannon ship is a classic shooter game but with modern touches! You must fight with huge number of enemies to save the world from annihilation. You don't seem to stand a chance, but by upgrade your ship you can destroy a bosses and many different enemies! Features:- 8 different s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cannonship.

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  21. The Enemy Is Evolving. So Must You. Invaders Evolutions transforms the classic fixed-screen alien shooter into a run-based, 100-level arcade survival war with no permanent power creep. You are humanity's last defensive line, fighting through a dark retro-industrial invasion toward the final Mothership encounter. Moment to moment, it is fast, readable arcade action: slide the turret through incom… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Invaders Evolutions.

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  22. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    84% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    Embark on an action-packed adventure in this on-rails space shooter. As a pilot in training, you’ll battle in strange virtual worlds. Master your ship, upgrade your skills, and protect the federation from an imminent threat. Are you ready for the challenge? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FUR Squadron Phoenix.

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  23. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 321 reviews
    Critic Score 87%Based on 7 reviews

    Earthion is a side-scrolling space shooter developed natively for 16-bit systems. Guide space fighter pilot Azusa Takanashi in her fight to repel the alien invaders and save planet Earth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Earthion.

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  24. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    54% User Score Based on 130 reviews

    Setup your battle ship with guns, install faster engine, reactor that is more powerful and throw a barrage of rockets on hordes of enemy ships, burning everything in your path. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STELLATUM.

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  25. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 678 reviews

    A twin stick shooter without the twin stick, Gunlocked is a sci-fi action roguelike about careful positioning and upgrade selection. Manage unique targeting systems across multiple weapons and upgrades, as you battle legions of alien ships, and then do it all over again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunlocked.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    89% User Score Based on 101 reviews

    The year is 2192 AD. The stellar-class all-purpose adminstrative computer ALLTYNEX goes berserk upon the Satariel System's activation, and 85% of humanity is wiped out within 72 hours. The remainder escape to the reaches of the solar system, but humanity is unable to cope with the new conditions. The ALLTYNEX War continues for fourty years. The year is 2232 AD. Humanity is down to a single fleet… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ALLTYNEX Second.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    83% User Score Based on 69 reviews

    Endless arcade action takes a modern twist, creating a uniquely challenging open space shoot-em-up experience. From brutal bosses to black holes and beyond, countless hazards await discovery. How long can you survive? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixel Star.

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  29. 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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  31. 41%Game Brain Score
    41% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    The year is 2263, humanity has reached an unprecedented technological level. This however also means that they are no longer on the Intergalactic Alliance protected civilizations list.  Now a threat rises the Lumini Collective is sending all it's forces trying to be the first ones to subjugate our world! You are Max a hot shot talented pilot for the UNSD. You are on the front lines trying to take… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Max Rocket.

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  32. 36%Game Brain Score
    36% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Welcome to the Boss Rush Jam 2021! This is a game developed specifically for the jam, and the theme this year is Self-Destruction. In this game, you play as Namika, a brave fighter who has to destroy all the aliens and bosses in five challenging levels. To succeed, you'll need to use all the weapons at your disposal. You can shoot your regular weapon using the CTRL key, but you can also use a supe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Namika Legend.

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  33. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Introduction In the distant future, humanity took to the stars. It is at this time they faced a crisis of their own making. A supercomputer AI named Nadine went rogue after going online, taking control over much of our space forces. War had broken out, pitting human against controlled machines for Nadine's calculated plans against us. We require a solution to deal with Nadine, quickly, before it … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nadine's Fleet.

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  34. They're back! And they are not here to negotiate. Galactic Retribution Vol.1 is a fast-paced, single-player arcade shooter built for anyone who grew up on the golden age of arcade shmups and never stopped wanting more. True to its early-80s inspiration, your ship moves left and right only — pure, unfiltered classic-arcade tension, no shortcuts. (Vol.2 continues the story in the late-80s/90s era… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Retribution Vol.1.

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  35. In the not-so-distant future, the Kepler-442 Asteroid Field has become a battleground. Red warships hunt without mercy. Blue patrols guard with fragile honor. Green corporate drones strip-mine with ruthless speed. And the enigmatic Purple Sentinels watch from the shadows. You pilot the DESTINY—an ancient warship of unknown origin, reborn as a mining vessel and armed to the teeth. With rapid-fire … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Comet Busters.

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  36. Space Invader Game - Save the Galaxy! Step into the cockpit and defend Earth against relentless waves of alien invaders in this action-packed, retro-inspired arcade game. Test your reflexes and shooting skills as you battle to protect humanity from extraterrestrial threats. Features Classic Arcade Fun: Relive the nostalgia of traditional Space Invaders with modern enhancements. Fast-Paced Ga… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SpaceInvader Game.

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  37. Game Title: Space Void Genre: Space Shooter Platform: PC (Python - Pygame) Developer: Ilja Kovalenko (crcknaka) Game Overview Space Void is a fast-paced 2D space shooter where players pilot a spaceship, battling waves of enemies, asteroids, and bosses. Set in the vast expanse of space, the game challenges players to survive increasingly difficult waves while upgrading their ship's weapons and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Void.

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  38. This game is a horizontal scroll-space shooter with numerous powerups and a gradually increasing level of difficulty. Xbox controller is supported If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Planetstar Warrior.

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  39. 87%Game Brain Score
    87% User Score Based on 24,910 reviews

    Join the ultimate space force and defend the galaxy in this thrilling arcade shooter. Whether you are a fan of classic arcade games or love the challenge of vertical shoot ‘em ups, this action-packed adventure will keep you engaged from start to finish. Experience retro-style excitement as you battle waves of alien invaders in one of the most intense arcade shooters. THE ULTIMATE SPACE BATTLE A… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Falcon Squad: Space Arcade.

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  40. Prepare for the ULTIMATE bullet hell challenge! This shoot 'em up pushes your skills to the limit with relentless action, intricate bullet patterns, and intense boss fights. Navigate through a series of meticulously designed levels where every wave of enemies tests your reflexes and strategy. From dodging impossible barrages of bullets to facing off against bosses with unique and devastating atta… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unknown Hero.

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  41. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Enter the heart of an intergalactic war where survival depends on your reflexes and firepower. In this action-packed space shooter, you pilot a high-tech starfighter through asteroid fields, alien armadas, and massive boss battles across stunning cosmic environments. Upgrade your ship with powerful lasers, plasma cannons, energy shields, and special abilities as waves of enemy fighters and coloss… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Invaders - Eclipse Squadron.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 90 reviews

    The frantic old-school action of classic coin-op shoot-‘em-ups comes crashing headlong into the 21st century. Explosive high-octane blasting combines with hordes of enemies in a 360˚ environment – fly, spin and shoot anywhere and everywhere! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kromaia.

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  43. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    74% User Score Based on 102 reviews

    The Hurricane of the Varstray is a vertically scrolling shoot'em up with a SF story: in the distant future, to defend the Earth against the invasion of mystery mechanical structures, 4 girls head to "the Varstray sector," far away from the Earth and considered as the villain. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hurricane of the Varstray: Collateral hazard.

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  44. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, character development
    89% User Score Based on 45 reviews

    Wings Of Bluestar is a 2D horizontal shmup (shoot'em up) that offers singe and local multiplayer. It's sci-fi themed and has an anime art style. The game offers a lot of features to unlock using ingame earned points, these features are like more credits, boss challenge, gallery etc. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wings Of Bluestar.

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  45. In a nutshell, Intersecta is an intense and intuitive tactical top-down shooter with a distinct arcade feel. It blends fast, twitch-based gameplay with the intelligent use of tactics. The game has a unique audio-visual style, utilising the power of Unreal Engine 5 for a stunning 2.5D experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Intersecta.

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  46. Survive waves of enemies as a time-bending chronomancer! An action roguelite with auto-attack, XP collection, upgrade choices, and class-based ultimate abilities If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chrono Survivors - Arena Survival Roguelite.

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  47. A biomechanical nightmare comes to life in this side-scrolling shmup inspired by arcade classics. Dive into a grotesque universe where technology and flesh fuse into living aberrations. Pilot your ship through relentless waves of biomechanical horrors in a fast-paced action shooter that combines classic R-Type gameplay with a visceral aesthetic inspired by H.R. Giger. Key FeaturesDynamic Co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The X-Type.

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  48. The Merlian Empire has seized control of the Five Worlds. With the galaxy under threat, hope lies in the hands of the Starlight Squad—a fearless team of heroines ready to fight back. Starlight Squad is a fast-paced vertical shoot 'em up featuring handcrafted pixel art, epic boss battles, and explosive arcade action. Choose one of three playable pilots—each with a unique ship, playstyle, and speci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starlight Squad.

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  49. “Over a period of several days, the meteors fell, landing in the Earth’s deep oceans. Unbeknownst to humanity, the invasion had already started…”Battle across the earth and into outer space and beyond in this unique and epic retro style 2D shooter from Quantum Sheep!Take control of the experimental Titan Rocket ship and battle against the huge Kraken as they rise from the oceans and make their way… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Attack of the Kraken.

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  50. A fast-paced 3D rail shooter with photo-realistic UE5 visuals. Destroy enemy waves, upgrade and customize your ship to meet escalating challenges, uncover hidden paths with secret rewards, and blast through fully 3D environments with physics-driven destruction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eskadrila X - Rift Protocol.

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