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Description Prototype for a metroidvania-style game developed using the Odin language (https://odin-lang.org). I'm using a 2D framework developed in the Odin language to create a game for GameDev.TV JAM 2025 (https://itch.io/jam/gamedevtv-jam-2025) and for the 2025 Annual Jam (https://itch.io/jam/2025-jam) This is a 2D platformer inspired by Metro-Vania. Story You are Alice, a young girl who … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alice in Inner World.

This is a submission for the GameDev.tv October Jam 2025 and was developed as a solo project from October 10th 2025 to October 20th 2025. You are Skele-Tom, a mythological creature that comes to life on Halloween to steal candy. Steal all the candy you can, go as fast as you can, and watch out for trick candies! Can you 3-Pumpkin all six levels? Controls Action Keyboard/Mouse X-Box Controller… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skele-Tom.

Objectives: 1 - Collect enough coins to rebuild your home2 - Rescue your friends3 - Find the boss and beat them Come check out my 3D modeling and game development stream on Twitch if you want to watch me develop the full version of this game! Left Stick to Move Right Stick for Camera Control South (A on xbox) to Jump West (X on xbox) to Dive after a jump Press Start to toggle the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUPER CURDLE JUMP.

The Fall of Zorata is a free, single-player, first-person 3D narrative puzzle game. One complete playthrough takes about 20–30 minutes. The story is linear with a single ending. There is no combat and no multiplayer. Story & Your GoalIn the 18th-century fictional desert town of Zorata, locals built an underground palace to house a golden relic called the Golden Sea Hoard. You have been thro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Fall of Zorata.

71%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability

100% User Score Based on 22 reviews

Obsolete is a short 2D platformer with a calm atmosphere in a very strange world where everything is deteriorating quickly. Cross the abandoned caves of this fallen world in search of an answer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Obsolete.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

71% User Score Based on 504 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

Scrap Garden is a charming puzzle platformer about the adventures of Canny, a lonely robot, who awakens in a post-apocalyptic world to find all other robots shut down and seized up. What happened to the City? Why did all robots stop moving? Did anyone survive except him? Little rusty Canny has to do all he can to find answers to these questions... and try to fix it all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scrap Garden.

93%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

93% User Score Based on 278 reviews

Add full game to your wishlist About the Game[/url] [imgvid poster.avif="" mp4="" webm="" width="720" height="280"][/imgvid] Akatori: Сhapter One is an intense metroidvania with action platformer elements and a compelling introduction to the grand adventure awaiting you in Akatori. Take on the role of the young monk, Mako, as you learn where the game’s story begins and encounter the inhabitant… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Akatori: Сhapter One.

93%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization

93% User Score Based on 230 reviews

Cat Burglar is a short, light-hearted, stealth, puzzle platformer with a pet charity awareness campaign. Help Kat find her way into the Dogo Corps base to discover Major Bulls' master plan. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat Burglar: A Tail of Purrsuit.

76%Game Brain Score

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76% User Score Based on 1,120 reviews

Forward to the Sky is a third person action adventure game in the sky tower ruin. You are going to collect all the crystal pieces to connect the story and everything will be revealed once Princess reaches the top level. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forward to the Sky.

82%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

88% User Score Based on 1,393 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 13 reviews

Explore an open sea and the decaying archipelago of Strandville in Wavetale, a story-driven action-adventure game introducing you to fed-up fishermen, secretive hermits – and maybe a pirate or two. Traverse calm waters and surging waves as Sigrid, a young girl who befriends a mysterious shadow that provides her with the power to walk on water. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wavetale.

Tragedy strikes when Shadow accidentally becomes entombed while playing fetch. Now it's up to Geist to find four skeleton keys to free his best friend! Playing with a controller is highly recommended. About Made in one week for Scream Jam 2025. All models and all but a few textures and code snippets were made solo by me during the jam. The music and most SFX were licensed from others though I d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Specterrier.

Gilbert the Intergalactic Gourd is on a mission to rescue a stranded agent from Earth's scary trick-or-treaters. Use your state of the art Candy Corn gun and Crownado (not implemented in v1 )  to get to the end of the level. This game was made for the Kindred Games Community Jam #8, a 7 day jam with the traditional theme "You are the monster" and a visual theme that was a picture of a crow. The or… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mission: Monster.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development

93% User Score Based on 165 reviews

Critic Score 83%Based on 6 reviews

A companion-driven adventure through the pages of a living fable. Guide a tiny but determined hero on a heartfelt journey of challenge, courage, and connection. Explore a Fallen Kingdom Venture through a mythic land marked by the ruins of fallen kingdom slowly being reclaimed by an enduring and untamed nature.  Guide an Unlikely Hero  Form a powerful bond with Quill, a small but courageous mous… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Moss: The Forgotten Relic.

64%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

64% User Score Based on 2,433 reviews

An old school plat-form game with a catchy and unique art style! You will find all the clas-si-cal ele-ments from the 90’s games and new inter-est-ing ideas. Explore a total of 6 worlds and save the lands bring-ing back peace and bal-ance and finally becom-ing the new hero. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Woodle Tree Adventures.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding

91% User Score Based on 91 reviews

Fifo's Night is a 3D puzzle-platform videogame that takes place around an enchanted mansion. A gameplay with different combat skills and a lot of jumps, makes Fifo's Night an entertaining game for all audiences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fifo's Night.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding

90% User Score Based on 114 reviews

Peer into the future in this time-travelling metroidvania. Then rewind time and use your knowledge of future events to discover new paths. It's a classic 2D action-adventure revamped with modern sensibilities and time-loop mechanics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vision Soft Reset.

[A note on performance : Make sure you choose an appropriate quality setting before launching the game as it will have a major effect on how the game preforms, due to the time constraints full optimisations were not made :) P.S Hope you enjoy ] - Play as Bob a business man who is clearly late for his meeting but he's stuck in the middle of the forest and these pesky zombies have stolen all the par… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Play 2 Survive.

Description My second game for BUAS is very similar to my first game in BUAS. We were essentially asked to recreate our first block's project (Metal Gear), but in 3D using OpenGL. Where some students opted to try and recreate Metal Gear Solid, I instead tried to stay accurate to the original Metal Gear MSX game, and simply extend it into the third dimension. As such, the tile map and rooms are … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal Gear 3D Ultra Deluxe (School Project).

78%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

84% User Score Based on 335 reviews

Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

Playing as Twinsen, you are a model citizen who overnight becomes a fugitive pursued by Dr. Funfrock’s henchmen. Throughout your journey from island to island, you must tirelessly search for the other rebels and form an underground network to end the clone occupation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Big Adventure Twinsen’s Quest.

77%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

82% User Score Based on 4,288 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 28 reviews

Discover Lara Croft’s Original Adventures, Lovingly Restored If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tomb Raider I-III Remastered.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

72% User Score Based on 324 reviews

A new chapter of charming 3D platformer about the little rusty robot C4N who unwittingly finds himself in the midst of momentous events in Robo Land. In order to solve the new riddle, Canny will once again need to run and jump a lot, solve puzzles, and fight against enemies who are much bigger and stronger than he is. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scrap Garden: The Day Before.

93%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

93% User Score Based on 283 reviews

"SkyIsland" is made by a group of students in a college, quarter-view action-adventure game. Enjoy the wonderful world and beautiful environments as you help the protagonist, Pino, fix his broken plane and defeat monsters to return home safely. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SkyIsland.

61%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding

70% User Score Based on 40 reviews

Critic Score 59%Based on 3 reviews

Seed of Life is an epic adventure game about the persistence of life. You're Cora, the last known survivor of Lumia, a dying planet. Your only hope to save your homeworld is to activate the Seed of Life and rekindle the sun once again. Will you be the light that conquers the darkness? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seed of Life.

85%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

89% User Score Based on 162 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 3 reviews

Unique couch co-op experience in (and outside) VR. Master platforming to avoid dangers, solve puzzles and build your way through the Underworld in this cooperative multiplayer game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Carly and the Reaperman: Escape from the Underworld.

85%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability

83% User Score Based on 2,140 reviews

Critic Score 93%Based on 1 reviews

Adventurer Lara Croft has been hired to recover the pieces of an ancient artifact known as the Scion. With her fearless acrobatic style she runs, jumps, swims and climbs her way towards the truth of its origin and powers - leaving only a trail of empty tombs and gun-cartridges in her wake. On this trail are breath-taking 3D worlds where exploration, puzzle and platform elements blend in a seamless… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tomb Raider.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

92% User Score Based on 1,297 reviews

Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

Rally Oddworld's wacked-out inhabitants to stick it to the evil Industrialists. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oddworld: Munch's Oddysee.

85%Game Brain Score

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85% User Score Based on 647 reviews

The crisp winter air fills your lungs, but you can feel the earth underneath calling for you. The warmth from the sun melts the snow away and flowers bloom. Spring is here. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kinoko.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music

64% User Score Based on 50 reviews

Critic Score 50%Based on 5 reviews

Demon Skin - is a brutal hack’n’slash set in a rough dark fantasy world, which combines unique combat mechanics, RPG and fighting game elements, and even some platformer features. With its versatile combat system you can fight enemies in both hardcore mode, changing battle stances and weapons in time, and in casual mode, slashing monsters left and right. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Demon Skin.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

64% User Score Based on 294 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

A challenging puzzle platformer inspired by games like Limbo and Badland. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toby: The Secret Mine.

Hexed Haven - Early Preview Hexed Haven is a 3D turn-based tactics game inspired by the classic Hoplite. My goal is to expand on the core mechanics of Hoplite by bringing these ideas into a rich 3D world filled with a variety of abilities, enemies, locations, and the addition of challenging boss battles. Current Status This is a very early preview of a work in progress, primarily intended to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hexed Haven Preview.

#Decypress Intro and Info This game was created for CCT382H5 at the University of Toronto Mississauga in late 2021. The assignment was focused on world-building, and narrative. And although gameplay was not a part of it, I felt like adding a souls-like flare for the fun of it. FromSoftware Inspirations Decypress takes heavy inspiration from the Dark Souls and Bloodborne games by FromSoftware, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Decypress (Short Souls-Like Narrative Game).

DESCRIPTION A short prototype demo showcasing the gameplay of NekoSuki!Somewhat inspired by Sonic Frontiers. (> ω <) Help Natsuki find the 3 stars in the level to open the exit! More features will be added during the game's development.(gameplay actions, NPCs, dialogue, quests, local multiplayer, etc.) OBS.: Most assets from this version are placeholder assets.(enemies, textures, VFX, audio, terr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NekoSuki! Frontiers (prototype).

This game was initially submitted to Craftpix jam 2025-2 jam with the theme "Cute but dangerous". I fixed and tweaked it afterwards for the Game Off 2025 jam with the theme "waves". Both jams overlapped and the game versions submitted to each jam were fully developed within the jam period. Spoilers There are two sections of the game after you go through the "Prologue" you will enable the secon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Turtle.

Shoot - LeftClick. MeleeAttack - RightClick ChangeWeapon - Scroll Dash - LeftShift Movement - WASD or Arrows Q - Throw Bomb A Rogue Like game concept I made during my High Technician in Multi-platform Application Development course. This project include so many concepts of a Rogue Like as: - A spawner Game Object who include : 1.  A script that generates the different rooms. The method of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RogueLike_CarlosRoig.

Essentially: Groundhog Day meets a first-person shooter (FPS) game with a Lovecraftian Horror theme. Eldritch Echoes is my final year project for my degree and first major project as a solo developer! Game Controls:  ‘WASD’ to move around. ‘Mouse look’ to look around. ‘Mouse 1’ (left-click) to attack. ‘Space’ to jump and press it again while in the air to double jump. ‘Ctrl’ to crouch. Hold it whi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eldritch Echoes.

80%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

85% User Score Based on 411 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

The Falconeer is an open-world air combat game, featuring frenetic aerial dogfights and deep exploration of the mysterious open-world of The Great Ursee. Generations of poisonous decisions and treason swirl in the deep, as factions clash in a fight to preserve the past or flee its terrible consequences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Falconeer.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

82% User Score Based on 514 reviews

Eternity Egg is a 3D platformer with action-adventure elements. ★ KINEMATIC MOVEMENTBounce, wall-run, wall-flip, dash, slide, and ground-pound around a grotesque world with responsive, fast-paced kinematic movement. ★ GARBAGE MECHPilot an upgradeable municipal waste disposal unit and navigate the overworld. ★ THERMODYNAMIC EQUILIBRIUMWield the entropic staff, gather &amp; harness displac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eternity Egg.

91%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

91% User Score Based on 222 reviews

Croc’s back and he’s still got the moves! Croc Legend of the Gobbos is the heartwarming journey of an endearing, humble little crocodile equipped with only his iconic backpack and a wiggly butt as he platforms his way across a series of unique worlds by running, jumping, climbing, swimming and tail spinning on his quest to rescue his adopted family of Gobbos from the grasp of the evil sorcerer Bar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Croc Legend of the Gobbos.

97%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

97% User Score Based on 267 reviews

A 3D adventure/stealth game with a contemplative mood. Play as a young thief studying at the Guild. Confront or avoid pirates, guards & robots. Explore and climb every island in a cartoon open... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zefyr: A Thief's Melody.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, monetization

83% User Score Based on 147 reviews

Haydee III is a hardcore metroidvania with third-person shooter mechanics, platforming, puzzles, a sexy heroine and cake! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Haydee 3.

100%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:stability

100% User Score Based on 58 reviews

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1701890 Wishlist on Steam! In the world of darkness. There is an interesting being. A being who holds a tournament for the strong. They call him the Master of Darkness. Why does he hold a tournament? No one knows. Some say it enjoys the sight of young blood being spilled. Some say it is for other, unknown motives. The Master of Darkness knew that no one would jus… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heartless & Dreadful : Return By 72 Hours.

60%Game Brain Score

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61% User Score Based on 280 reviews

Critic Score 59%Based on 8 reviews

Rogue Stormers is a run'n'gun game with roguelike elements for up to four players in local and online multiplayer mode. Dying in a mission will allow you to keep earned perks which allow your character to grow stronger with each new raid. You'll delve further and further with each session until you finally defeat the final boss. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue Stormers.

Patch Notes: V.1: Made Poupourou’s normal jump a bit higher! Added checkpoints to specific points in the level. No more back to the start of the level when you die!  Some minor level design, level art changements and collision fixes. Text modification: Replace all ''Raven'' text by Crows. Oups… Updated Golden Seed's art and animation. Re-worked on a new Platform script and fixed the glitch on … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Seed a day, keep the Crows away!.

The year is 2050. Humanity has conquered the last frontiers, from the deepest caves to the highest peaks. Unfortunately, they forgot to bring snacks. Play as OvenBot 3000 - a loyal companion built to scale even the most treacherous of mountains to deliver oven pizza to the starving explorers - and climb the great peaks. Collect upgrades, find secrets and brave death-defying leaps, but make sure y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Really Long Arms.

Reboot The ATIS Project (The ATIS Corp.) & SMYLD Project status:  Still in development, Beta/Demo Game Facts: Developers: 2 Developed for following Game Jams: GamesTalente Wettbewerb 2021 (german)  | We won: Top 50 Winner Award Game Dev Network 2021 (GDN) We apologize that our trailer Video is on german, but we made it for the GamesTalente Wettbewerb 2021  .__. Number of Players: 1 (Single … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reboot - Demo/Beta Version 1.0.

The Game This is a traditional roguelike game with a focus on long-range combat. You pilot a mech and must reach the escape rocket in the east to return to your home planet. However, numerous enemy mechs stand in your way. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to this documentation. The information you find within the game may be outdated or incomplete. Development  This game was deve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MRL.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

94% User Score Based on 826 reviews

Make miniature dioramas using hundreds of objects! Create a compact kitchen, a comfortable living room or a cozy nook to read books - the choice is yours! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MakeRoom.

53%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

A gentle 3D action adventure anyone can enjoy！From kids playing their very first game to grown-ups who prefer something relaxing—anyone can enjoy Fruitimo! There’s no game over and no complicated controls. Just find, vacuum, and carry the fruits with simple, intuitive actions. Welcome to a colorful little world that feels warm and comforting. Explore the fun and mysterious Kajune Land!Join Vi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fruitimo!.

75%Game Brain Score

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Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

75% User Score Based on 110 reviews

Arcane Assembly is a fantasy metroidvania where you create spells using a visual programming language. Unlock new instructions, upgrade your powers, and fight epic bosses on your journey to becoming the most powerful wizard who ever lived. Develop powerful spells using a visual scripting language. Hundreds of meaningfully unique spell combinations let you express yourself and your creativity th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcane Assembly.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, optimization

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay

96% User Score Based on 1,756 reviews

VoiceAttack is the premier voice control and macro creation system for your Windows games and applications. Take a look at just a few elements from VoiceAttack's substantial set of features:Control Your Games and simulators With Your VoiceAdd your voice as an extra controller with voice commands that YOU create. Give specific instructions to your space freighter, your race pit crew, your 'mech o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VoiceAttack.