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Games like Gradius 3 Total Terror

Games like Gradius 3 Total Terror

Games like Gradius 3 Total Terror

Looking for games like Gradius 3 Total Terror? Here are top arcade platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with The Tawashi, CyberPigeon or Pixel Space Battles.

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

    It's a vertical scrolling shooting game (Vertical Shmup) with a slightly nostalgic atmosphere! Avoid and shoot and avoid and shoot and avoid! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Tawashi.

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  2. Prepare for an electrifying experience in CyberPigeon, a dual-stick shooter set within a dynamic battle arena. Take control of CyberPigeon, the ultimate cybernetic avian warrior, as you engage in intense battles against swarming drones and formidable bosses. Adapt to the ever-changing environment, collect power-ups and weapons, and rise to the top of the leaderboard in this thrilling aerial showdo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CyberPigeon.

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  3. 23%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    28% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Fly for a spaceship and destroy enemy alien ships to return to your homeplanet – Nibiru If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixel Space Battles.

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  4. 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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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    8BIT style vertical scrolling shooting game Zelan Force. We developed this product with the idea that we want people to remember the excitement of those days and to pass it on to the next generation. It is a retro-style game that has the same sound as the actual FC machine, limited the number of colors, and eliminates the expressions of modern games as much as possible. Equipped with P・L・… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to XELAN FORCE.

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  6. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    84% User Score Based on 127 reviews

    Silent Sector is a crazy sci-fi action rpg from a new distant Wild West dominated by powerful corporations locked in a fight for a rare mineral called Eldorite. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silent Sector.

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  7. 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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  8. View Game
    68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    81% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Zenodyne R is a new 90s-style shoot-'em-up game filled with YM2612 music and real Blast Processing action, where your reflexes and patience will be tested in their entirety! Packed with 6 crazy stages filled wtih bosses, 5 unique ships, unlockables, branching paths and more! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zenodyne R.

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  9. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    56% User Score Based on 82 reviews

    Incandescent is a fast paced action arcade game that scales the difficulty to your skill level. The goal is simple, pilot your ship and defend yourself against waves of unique enemies and bosses. Different powerups will drop to help you with upgrades to your weapons and health. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Incandescent.

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  10. View Game
    60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    60% User Score Based on 115 reviews

    A fast-paced retro shoot-'em-up featuring evolving weapons, intense arcade combat and massive bosses — from one-man studio Psychotic Psoftware. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Power-Up.

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  11. 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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    54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    86% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    This is a Glare shooting game distributed as an April Fools' Day project. In the near future robots dominate the world. Maid robot Glare gains flying capabilities and a disc shooter to fight against enemy robots on Earth.. Everything is for the user's dream of a peaceful everyday life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glare fall.

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  13. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    76% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    Space Dragons is a classic "shoot em up" horizontal shooting game, in which you can choose different ships with unique characteristics and abilities to destroy tons of invading aliens. During the adventure you will run into powerful bosses and explosive enemies. Get upgrades for your ship, weapons and much more to make your way through the meaty and bloody path that awaits you in Space Dragons. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Dragons.

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  14. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    99% User Score Based on 194 reviews

    A psychedelic roguelike that blurs the line between real-time action and turn-based tactics. Play as misfit aliens, craft wild combinations from hundreds of weapons, items and abilities, and disable uncharted chronospheres: Colossal structures that consume time and distort reality. This page hosts the prototype of Enter the Chronosphere, developed for 7DRL 2021. The game i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Enter the Chronosphere.

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  15. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    73% User Score Based on 882 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 16 reviews

    Xeodrifter is an action-packed exploration game with a retro graphical style. Blast your way through alien landscapes, seek out valuable secrets, and defeat ancient guardians to unlock powers from a legendary supreme culture in this exciting journey of mystery and adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xeodrifter.

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  16. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 748 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 15 reviews

    Sublevel Zero - Redux is a first-person roguelike six-degree-of-freedom shooter set in a universe where reality is falling apart. Take control of a lone gunship pilot whose mission is to loot and craft ancient technology. Descend into a vast underground facility, fighting through procedurally generated zero gravity environments to recover the technology you and your clan need to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sublevel Zero Redux.

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  17. View Game
    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 60 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    The feeling of 90's arcade shooter will come again !! Arcade-like side scroll shooter of 7 stages in all! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinos Gaiden.

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  18. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    71% User Score Based on 104 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 3 reviews

    Donuts 'N' Justice is a fast-paced 2d horizontal shoot-'em-up wherein you take the role of one of two Super Cops in the 1980s to defend their city against gangs, violence and corruption. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Donuts'n'Justice.

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  19. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    72% User Score Based on 273 reviews

    Space shooters never die. 1993 is a testament to that. 1993 is a classic shoot em up celebrating games like Gradius, R-Type and Life Force. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1993 Space Machine.

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  20. View Game
    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    82% User Score Based on 148 reviews

    Moonpod's Starscape mixes old school arcade game play values with characterization and an involving plot to deepen the whole experience. With most of its crew missing and its weapons systems ruined, the space research station Aegis is all but lost. As the last remaining pilot you must help rebuild the station's defenses, acquire alien technology and create your own uniquely configured set of fi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starscape.

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  21. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    79% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    Hyper Sentinel is a pure shot of pixel-perfect nostalgia, fusing iconic shooter gameplay with contemporary systems and mechanics; repackaging the sights, sounds and feel of the arcade to deliver the ultimate neo-retro experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyper Sentinel.

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  22. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    85% User Score Based on 57 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 7 reviews

    The Aqua Kitty cats have launched into space in an all new action RPG shoot-em-up adventure! Pick your crew, then blast off to investigate mysterious water filled asteroids. Battle bizarre enemies, mine magnificent gems, grab new weapons, install enhancing devices, and unlock your crews' unique skills as you level up XP. Just watch out for marauding pirate rabbits, always trying to be first to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASTRO AQUA KITTY.

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  23. View Game
    46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    64% User Score Based on 11 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    HORGIHUGH is a horizontal side-scrolling shoot 'em up from Japanese developer PiXEL featuring vibrant retro graphics, intense boss battles, a unique power-up system, and an adorable roster of anthropomorphic characters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horgihugh.

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  24. View Game
    55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    80% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    2D roguelike action shooter. Utilizing the action of flying around freely 360 degrees, we will capture the randomly generated ruins. Strengthening systems and stages that differ greatly depending on the character, and boss enemies ... There are also characters from the Metroidvania-like system. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ReversEstory.

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  25. View Game
    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    84% User Score Based on 195 reviews

    SATAZIUS is an awesome old school side-scrolling arcade shooter by accomplished indie developer ASTRO PORT (Gigantic Army, Armed Seven, Supercharged Robot Vulkaiser), featuring an arsenal of 13 types of upgradeable weapons, power-ups, obstacles and boss encounters that arcade veterans will enjoying getting to grips with. Customize your ship by selecting two side weapons which can be selected at an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SATAZIUS.

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  26. View Game
    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 90 reviews

    Golden Hornet is a retro style twin-stick shooter inspired by 'Choplifter', 'Fort Apocalypse', and Stern Electronics' arcade game 'Rescue'. Become a pilot of the multipurpose helicopter 'Golden Hornet' — rescue hostages and destroy enemy outposts. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Hornet.

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  27. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    91% User Score Based on 112 reviews

    Crisis Wing is a mid-90’s style arcade shoot’em up (shmup) game with frantic fast-paced gameplay and colorful pixel graphics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crisis Wing.

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  28. Armada Fighter is a fast-paced arcade shoot ’em up focused on reflexes, movement, and intense action. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armada Fighters.

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  29. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    OverviewA block breaker + shooter game! The player's ship can always fire a shot, so combined with power-ups, it is an offensive block breaker. The player can move freely within the screen, eliminating the frustration of conventional block breakers such as not being able to break the one remaining block. The various boss battles that appear in each of the five stages are also a highlight. There… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CyberBlocker Complete Edition.

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  30. A dark and mysterious entity from another dimension has gained access to our world through a portal deep inside an ancient temple. Only a true fighter pilot like you can stop it before it rips apart the very fabric of space and time. But beware: many dangers lie ahead! Project Möbius is a fast-paced 3D game inspired in part by 2D Shoot 'em up games such as Battle Squadron for the Amiga. Your goa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Möbius.

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  31. 63%Game Brain Score
    63% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    A retro 2D platformer with an emphasis on variety and accessibility. Play solo, or invite a friend to lend a helping hand with a time-freezing Butterfly. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Worlds Within Worlds.

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  32. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 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: Updated.

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  33. Creepy Crawlies is my entry into the Syntax Bomb Mix-It-Up game coding competition. Important information for Mac users. When you have downloaded the zip file then you need to make sure you drag the app into the applications folder before running it else you may get a "game not found" error message when launching it. If you are running OSX:Catalina then this game may report an issue stating that … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Creepy Crawlies.

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  34. 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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  35. View Game
    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    88% User Score Based on 114 reviews

    Brought to you by the makers of GIGANTIC ARMY, Supercharged Robot VULKAISER, and SATAZIUS, WOLFLAME is a return to the form of glorious 2D vertical vertical shooters like Raiden, Raptor, and Twin Cobra. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to WOLFLAME.

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  36. View Game
    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    35% User Score Based on 98 reviews

    Star Drifter is a super hard and hectic space shooter, inspired by classics such as R Type, Xenon, Galaxian, Moon Cresta and Gradius. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Drifter.

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  37. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    74% User Score Based on 390 reviews

    A huge hand-crafted world packed with 13 unique bosses, a gripping story, and tons of enemies, Spaceport Hope is the ultimate test of gaming prowess. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spaceport Hope.

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  38. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 283 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 4 reviews

    Play a classic Shoot 'Em Up... in reverse! Navigate deadly enemy waves and un-fire attacks in Retro/Grade, a mind-bending rhythm game by 24 Caret Games. Pick up a gamepad or a guitar controller and help Rick Rocket restore the continuity of space-time, before a temporal anomaly rips the universe a new time-hole. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro/Grade.

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  39. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    88% User Score Based on 148 reviews

    Are you ready to travel back in time to 1943 and relive the excitement of classic arcade dogfights? Now, thanks to Virtual Reality, you’re about to discover a new level of immersion and spectacularity, while retaining the original essence and fun. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 1976: Back to Midway.

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  40. 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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  41. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    92% User Score Based on 242 reviews

    Through a blue shining light, you awaken in the center of a circle of menhirs. You don't remember anything, except that you must find "Dyeus"... Go in a search for it in a primitive and cryptic open world. Fight against the Shadows and the Guardians, two factions in a war, along with a carnivorous fauna and redoubtable bosses, and explore a hostile world with a nebulous past... An adve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The End of Dyeus.

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  42. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    79% User Score Based on 2,746 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 22 reviews

    Exit the Gungeon is a bullet hell dungeon climber immediately following the adventures of the misfit ‘Gungeoneers’ and their journey for personal absolution in Enter the Gungeon. The Gungeon has become a paradox and is collapsing! Armed with an ever-changing weapon, an insatiable need to loot, and the trusty dodge roll, each of our heroes must ascend and escape via their own unique route of increa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exit the Gungeon.

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  43. View Game
    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    85% User Score Based on 108 reviews

    Spingun is a "manic two-button arcade shooter". Two buttons. One spaceship. Zero chance to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SPINGUN.

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  44. View Game
    26%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    50% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Vektor Z brings fast and furious retro space blasting action to Steam! Blast your way through endless waves of asteroids and enemies to write your name among the stars! Vektor Z offers both relentless action and vibrant visuals that is certain to have you playing again and again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vektor Z.

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  45. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    93% User Score Based on 86 reviews

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

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  46. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    90% User Score Based on 548 reviews

    Subspace Continuum is a player-maintained online shoot ‘em up game enjoyed by people from all around the world - many of whom remain addicted to the fast paced explosive battles! Gameplay is extremely competitive and there are cup leagues, tournaments, cash prize events, a variety of team & squad based competitions. This completely free game also has a pretty interesting player community with its … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Subspace Continuum.

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  47. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability
    87% User Score Based on 92 reviews

    Enter an underground world of treasures and traps in Crystal Caves, a colorful EGA game that rivals any commercial game with its arcade quality, puzzles and graphics. As Mylo Steamwitz, enter cave after cave of adventure, gathering teasures and evading countless hazards. Crystal Caves is a mixing of Nintendo's Mario Brothers, Commander Keen, and Indiana Jones. As with all Apogee games, a high p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystal Caves.

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  48. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    98% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    The Destructivator Returns! Take on the role of a tiny little super solider decked out in lime green and blast and insta-melee your way to victory! Unapologetically old school, forget the last... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Destructivator 2.

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  49. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 665 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 14 reviews

    A loose reboot of the original Blaster Master by Inti Creates, utilizing elements from the original game, the "Worlds of Power" novelization, and the original Japanese version. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blaster Master Zero.

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  50. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    92% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    Z-Exemplar is a side-scrolling shooter in the tradition of R-Type, Gradius, Nemesis and other classic arcade games from the past. Borrowing its aesthetic from the computers of yesteryear (specifically the Sinclair ZX Spectrum) Z-Exemplar combines bright, bold, 8-bit pixel art with frantic action and an epic mission to conquer a galaxy of almost 1000 planets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Z-Exemplar.

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