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Games like How to Survive

Looking for games like How to Survive? Here are top open world hack and slash recommendations with a horror, comedy, post-apocalyptic and violence focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with How to Survive 2, Dead Island or State of Decay.

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  1. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    66% User Score Based on 3,838 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 7 reviews

    Dead or Alive? Make up your mind, stranger. We don’t like that undead business here in Louisiana… Survive solo or with friends as you look to fulfill your basic needs of food, water and shelter, crafting your own tools and weapons while you secure your camp and face flesh hungry zombies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to How to Survive 2.

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  2. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 5,616 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 8 reviews

    The player is drawn into the world of Dead Island on the brink of a mysterious epidemic that suddenly, and without warning, breaks out on the fictional island of Banoi. As a guest of the Royal Palms Resort, the player's stay was supposed to be a dream holiday; a luxurious getaway to the beautiful beaches of a tropical paradise. But faced with the reality of a zombie apocalypse, there is only one t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Island.

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  3. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 17,686 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 5 reviews

    The end is here. Life as you knew it has gone to hell after the mother of all zombie outbreaks. Now you and the few scattered survivors must band together to survive and rebuild in a 3rd-person action game set in a dynamic open world. You choose where to make your stand, designing and fortifying your home base, performing daring raids for food and ammunition, and rescuing other playable survivors … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to State of Decay.

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  4. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    81% User Score Based on 2,587 reviews

    It's one year after the collapse of civilization and self-centered hedge fund manager Joe Wheeler emerges from his specially constructed bunker in search of food. This is a huge open-world RPG where you have the freedom to play how you want - but your choices have consequences. Your aim is to find other survivors, gain their respect, and build a community. You'll scavenge for supplies, trade, plan… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survivalist.

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  5. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    80% User Score Based on 4,200 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 3 reviews

    Put on your wide-brimmed hat, grab your weapons and embark on an incredible adventure in the gothic-noir world of Borgovia, where mad science threatens the fragile peace between monster and mortal. Be Van Helsing, monster-hunter extraordinaire and save the day with your charming and beautiful companion, Lady Katarina. Explore the savage wilderness in the mountains and the soot-stained brick distri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Incredible Adventures of Van Helsing.

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  6. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 132,525 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 20 reviews

    Enjoy Dying Light in its richest form. Containing all four major DLCs and seventeen skin bundles, the Platinum Edition brings together everything you need to explore all the post-apocalyptic world has to offer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dying Light.

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  7. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 15,630 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 42 reviews

    The dead have risen and civilization has fallen. Now it's up to you to gather survivors, scavenge for resources and build a community with up to three of your friends in a post-apocalyptic world – a world where you define what it means to survive in this ultimate zombie survival simulation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to State of Decay 2.

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  8. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 8,408 reviews

    Make your stand against the collapse of society in the ultimate zombie survival-fantasy game. Explore an open world full of dangers and opportunities that respond to your every decision. Recruit a community of playable survivors, each with their own unique skills and talents. Design and fortify your base against the relentless hordes of the undead. Perform daring raids for food and ammunition, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to State of Decay: YOSE.

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  9. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    67% User Score Based on 3,414 reviews
    Critic Score 61%Based on 46 reviews

    In a struggle to stay alive on this harsh terrain filled with deadly creatures, soldiers who were previously on Motherbase now must work cooperatively in order to survive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal Gear Survive.

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  10. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    69% User Score Based on 489 reviews

    Fight, Hack, and Survive! Alone or with friends, explore a mysterious open-world infested by zombies. Collect materials, craft weapons, and fight for your life. Learn to hack zombies to assist in fighting, protecting, or farming. Welcome to Paradize! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paradize Project.

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  11. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    73% User Score Based on 27,614 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 28 reviews

    Outward is an open world RPG that you play alone or with friends, either online or in splitscreen. It's more than just an open world RPG you can play coop though: it is an adventurer life simulator. You live the life of an adventurer, from his or her humble beginnings up until retirement. Your life isn't only about killing monsters and looting: you need to eat, drink and sleep; preparing according… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outward.

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  12. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    75% User Score Based on 9,452 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 8 reviews

    After an asteroid impacts Earth, humanity attempts to rebuild. Sheltered in cryogenic lifeboats, survivors emerge years after impact to a devastated planet where some of mankind survived in struggling settlements or murderous bandit clans, while horrific mutants roam the dead cities. And a mysterious tyrannical government is on the hunt… for you If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rage.

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  13. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 3,544 reviews

    Survive, exploring a vast island where everything is interactive and covered with zombies. - Build and upgrade bases using materials obtained by cutting down trees, mining up stones and collecting artifacts. - Get food through hunting and farming, cook and eat. - Build fortresses and traps to guide zombie movements to defend the flocking zombie waves. - Collect various items, weapons and costumes … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Night of the Dead.

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  14. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 45,980 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 1 reviews

    Includes: Remnant: From the Ashes - Swamps of Corsus DLC Remnant: From the Ashes - Subject 2923 DLC Remnant: From the Ashes - Swamps of CorsusBegin your journey across the dangerous and corrupted worlds of Remnant: From the Ashes with a new mode and expanded map content in the Swamps of Corsus DLC. Remnant: From the Ashes - Subject 2923In a brand-new continuation of the Remnant: From the Ashes sto… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Remnant: From the Ashes.

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  15. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    87% User Score Based on 839 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 3 reviews

    Inspired by the Hotline Miami and Resident Evil series, Splatter is a top-down-shooter with a film-noir singleplayer campaign, challenging fights against all kinds of monsters, gory splatter effects and destructible level environments. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Splatter: Zombiecalypse Now.

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  16. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    76% User Score Based on 10,380 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 66 reviews

    Buy Dead Island 2 on PlayStation Store. The open-world zombie-slaying action RPG makes its long-awaited return. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Island 2.

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  17. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    76% User Score Based on 14,984 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 49 reviews

    Buy The Ascent on PlayStation Store. The Ascent is a solo and co-op action-shooter RPG, set on Veles, a packed cyberpunk world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ascent.

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    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    67% User Score Based on 4,434 reviews

    DESOLATE is a first person survival horror. Form a research team with up to 4 other players and explore an open world filled with mysteries and unsolved questions or do it all by yourself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DESOLATE.

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  20. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    87% User Score Based on 3,858 reviews

    Yet Another Zombie Defense is an unusual mix of dual-stick zombie shooter and tower defense genres. The player is free to choose from nine unique weapons and mount them onto auto turrets or set up defensive barricades to stay alive as long as he can. There are also power-ups to collect, different zombie types to shoot at and cooperative mode. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yet Another Zombie Defense.

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  21. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    66% User Score Based on 2,287 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    The Wild Eight is an intense survival action-adventure set in the frozen wilderness of Alaska. Team up with friends in online co-op or go solo, explore the mysterious land, craft weapons and fight to live another day. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wild Eight.

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  22. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    60% User Score Based on 483 reviews
    Critic Score 30%Based on 1 reviews

    Confront the superior strength of the enemy and regain the honor after you, the glorious vampire hunter, have been transformed into a vampire. It launches devastating attacks combining your vampire abilities with the powerful attacks of your swords. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Knights.

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  23. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    85% User Score Based on 43,609 reviews
    Critic Score 91%Based on 8 reviews

    This Ultimate Edition includes all bonus DLC content: Monkey Business Pack, Lost Expeditions, Warrior Pack, and Predator Pack. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Far Cry 3.

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    74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    73% User Score Based on 10,844 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

    Contagion isn't your average Zombie Shooter but instead takes a more realistic and different approach to the popular genre with unique characters, environments, weapons, items, and a built-in system that makes every round completely unpredictable with resources, objectives, and paths ever-changing. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Contagion.

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  25. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 10,980 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 15 reviews

    Borderlands is the breakthrough experience that challenges all the conventions of modern shooters. Borderlands places you in the role of a mercenary on the lawless and desolate planet of Pandora, hell-bent on finding a legendary stockpile of powerful alien technology known as The Vault. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Borderlands.

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  26. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    76% User Score Based on 11,258 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 27 reviews

    Buy Resident Evil Revelations 2 on PS4. Resident Evil Revelations 2 follows two interwoven stories of terror across 4 episodes of intense survival horror. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Resident Evil Revelations 2.

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  27. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 1,702 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 2 reviews

    This is Daniel, a normal guy from recent times: a great videogame player, big sci-fi movie fan, novice player of role playing games, pot-head and overall, horny due to a mysterious lack of success with girls. Wait... is Unepic not a medieval fantasy game? Why is the main character a guy from today's world? To find out the answer you will have to play the game... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UnEpic.

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  28. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability
    54% User Score Based on 4,158 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 5 reviews

    Two World II is a fantasy role playing game which continues the storyline from the first game. Aziraal was the ancient god of war revered by the Orcs and said to possess immense powers. When Aziraal's tomb was opened at the end of the first game, the god's powers transferred to our hero's sister. Now the dark lord Gandohar, determined to have Aziraal's power for himself, has taken our hero and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Two Worlds II.

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  29. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    68% User Score Based on 4,286 reviews

    They thought they had escaped Banoi, but can't wake up from this nightmare. Thrown back into the midst of the Zombie outbreak, the fight for survival continues! Includes Survivor Pack and Fashion Victim. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Island Steam Key GLOBAL.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 29,073 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 12 reviews

    Buy Days Gone, an action game for PS4 from the official PlayStation website. Explore Days gone game detail, images, videos, reviews and more. Buy now. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Days Gone.

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  31. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    59% User Score Based on 1,365 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 13 reviews

    Vikings: Wolves of Midgard takes you to the Shores of Midgard, a world based upon the mythology and history of the Vikings, but with a fantasy twist. Battle the fearsome Jotan, hordes of terrifying undead monstrosities and the beasts of Ragnarok, as you strive to survive the growing cold of Fimbulwinter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vikings: Wolves of Midgard.

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  32. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 6,699 reviews
    Critic Score 64%Based on 8 reviews

    The cult horror shooter series comes to an apocalyptic conclusion with an epic new third chapter, a heart-pumping new horde mode, and remastered editions of the best-selling Nazi Zombie Army 1 & 2. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Army Trilogy.

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  35. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    56% User Score Based on 3,019 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 15 reviews

    It’s the holiday season in Willamette, Colorado and a mysterious outbreak has overrun the Willamette Memorial Megaplex Mall and surrounding town with dangerous and deadly predators. Join Frank West as you explore a vast, open world sandbox filled with dangerous new zombies and a million ways to kill them as you seek to uncover the truth behind the outbreak – or die trying. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Rising 4.

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  36. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 2,140 reviews

    A toxic waste spill finds its way into the water supply causing the recently deceased rise from their graves. Now you have to shoot your way through the hordes of undead to reach your only hope for survival. On the way to your rescue you will have to search stores and houses for supplies, and trade with other survivors. With three game modes, hundreds of items, weapons and grenades, and a city tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dead Pixels.

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  38. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 544 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Jump into the frenzied action and the whacky humor of a pure 2.5D side-scroller! While they were going to their old high school for what was supposed to be the party of their life, four long-time friends end up in a ghost town full of monstrous creatures. Alone or in cooperative mode (4 players online and 2 in local play), survive hordes of monsters ready to skin you alive and achieve unique and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Final Exam.

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  39. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 8,074 reviews

    Zero Sievert is a tense top-down shooter that challenges you to scavenge a procedurally-generated wasteland, loot gear, and explore what’s left of a devastated world. When the odds are stacked against you, you’ll need to do more than just survive... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ZERO Sievert.

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  40. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    54% User Score Based on 1,765 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 4 reviews

    Online Interactions Not Rated by the ESRB. The Games on Demand version supports English, French, Italian, German, Spanish. Download the manual for this game by locating the game on http://marketplace.xbox.com and selecting “See Game Manual".Now that evil has returned to Ehb the people turn to the few remaining Legionnaires for the protection of the past . As an heir to the legion will you accept t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Siege III.

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  42. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 16,660 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 31 reviews

    Shadow Warrior 2 is the stunning evolution of Flying Wild Hog’s offbeat first-person shooter following the further misadventures of former corporate shogun Lo Wang. Now surviving as a reclusive mercenary on the edge of a corrupted world, the formidable warrior must again wield a devastating combination of guns, blades, magic and wit to strike down the demonic legions overwhelming the world. Battle… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Warrior 2.

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  43. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 4,860 reviews
    Critic Score 57%Based on 13 reviews

    Hammerwatch is an hack and slash action adventure, set in a fantasy pixel art environment! Play solo or co-op in this adventure from bottom to top of Castle Hammerwatch! Kill hordes of enemies with varied looks and features through four unique environments with traps, hidden secrets and puzzles! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hammerwatch.

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  44. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    76% User Score Based on 1,460 reviews
    Critic Score 64%Based on 5 reviews

    The Lord of the Rings: War in the North is a co-op Action RPG that immerses you and your friends in a brutal new chapter in the War of the Ring. Snowblind Studios is in the unique position of drawing inspiration from both the literary and film rights to world of Middle-earth, allowing players to bloody their axes on a wide range of deadly enemies and traverse both established and never-before-seen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shank 2.

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  45. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 2,905 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 11 reviews

    It is 1873. An escaped slave is slowly walking through the desert, making his way from Mexico to Texas. He keeps a revolver close and is wearing the sombrero stolen from a dead man. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 12 is Better Than 6.

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  46. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    59% User Score Based on 6,207 reviews

    Next Day is a multi-player Survival game with elements of RPG, in an imaginary country in Eastern Europe. Carry out an array of tasks, learn skills, and develop your character. Have shootouts with opponents and earn a reputation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Next Day: Survival.

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  47. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    68% User Score Based on 9,276 reviews
    Critic Score 47%Based on 40 reviews

    In Homefront: The Revolution, these is a special edition called "Goliath Edition," which is based off the vehicle. With the pack, it includes a steelbook game cover for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. It also has a radio-controlled scaled replica Goliath. There is also a 32-page art book and includes both the Revolutionary Spirit Pack and Expansion Pass DLC's. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Homefront: The Revolution.

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  48. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    75% User Score Based on 2,630 reviews

    At the beginning of your epic adventure, a mercenary task takes you to the far north - but you're also following up a mysterious lead at the same time - the first clue you've been given since Kyra's disappearance. You get a shock during a meeting with the delegates of a dark Brotherhood - your sister's kidnappers are indeed after your family's relict. Whether there's any truth in your family being… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Two Worlds Epic Edition.

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  49. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    75% User Score Based on 4,450 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 22 reviews

    Halo: Spartan Assault brings the excitement of Halo combat to Steam for the very first time. Battle your way through 30 action-packed missions against the Covenant as you explore the origin of the Spartan Ops program featured in Halo 4. Earn Steam achievements, complete missions and compete against your friends for the top scores in the leaderboards. It's time to join the assault, Spartan! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halo: Spartan Assault.

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  50. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    72% User Score Based on 25,005 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 44 reviews

    Tom Clancy’s The Division is a revolutionary next-gen experience that brings the RPG into a modern military setting for the first time. In the wake of a devastating pandemic that sweeps through New York City, basic services fail one by one, and without access to food or water the city descends into chaos. As an agent of The Division, you’ll specialize, modify, and level up your gear, weapons, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tom Clancy's The Division.

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