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Games like LD42 - SPACE EATER

Games like LD42 - SPACE EATER

Looking for games like LD42 - SPACE EATER? Here are top arcade shooter recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Iron Crypticle, Super Galaxy Squadron EX Turbo or Refraction.

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  1. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 135 reviews

    "Grab loot and gobble up all manner of foods to build up your XP. Choose your path wisely and UPGRADE your abilities to help you face the challenges of the lower floors! UNLOCK new weapons and magical items as you progress. Collect magical gauntlets to power your explosive ATOMIC FIST! Seek out the cat merchant to buy extra enhancements. Discover the crypt arcades and try to win extra coins and h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Iron Crypticle.

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  2. 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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  3. Refraction local & remote asynchronous multiplayer action shooter Play it now at refraction.fun! Controls WASD or arrow keys to run up, left, down, and right. Point and left-click to point and shoot. You want to shoot the other teams; careful of friendly fire! The bar at the top of the game window shows a combination of remaining ammunition and remaining shots in the current clip. Th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Refraction.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 1,126 reviews

    Get ready for an electrifying mix between a bullet game and a typing hell! Dodge bullets while typing exorcisms at the very same time: turn on both sides of your brain and jump into the adventure of Ray Bibbia! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Textorcist.

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    54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    54% User Score Based on 267 reviews

    Fly the famed Platypus fighter through a fantastic landscape of carefully molded clay to protect inhabitants of Mungola from the Collosatropolians! Collect power-ups and bonus stars to give your Platypus the boost you need. Every level of this gorgeous arcade challenge bursts with original fun that's perfect for gamers of all ages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Platypus II.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story
    90% User Score Based on 529 reviews

    Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes+.

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  7. 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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  8. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    91% User Score Based on 136 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

    It's the 1980's and an evil alien race has invaded Earth, turning all vegetables into crawling, bawling, mauling abominations. You are about to join Department Radical, the grooviest police force on Earth. Are you a rad enough dude or dame to smite these ravenous creatures? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Walking Vegetables.

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  9. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 137 reviews

    Welcome to the crazy world of Sweezy Gunner! An eye melting, brain bending, mouse squeezing 2D Shoot em up. Are you hungry for action? Do you crave intense mayhem? The objective is simple, find out what killed the human terrafromers and destroy it. Thats what you were brought in to do and its what you do best. Landing on Terrafort is just the beginning. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sweezy Gunner.

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  10. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    63% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    The forces of evil have invaded the land. A labyrinth of evil has appeared in the kingdom and legions of monsters are pouring out of its vile depths. The king has called upon a small party of heroes, the Champions of Virtue, to vanquish the demon within and free the land from a grim fate! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Attack of the Labyrinth +.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, humor
    83% User Score Based on 684 reviews

    Cyberhunt is a infinite Twin-Stick Shooter game set on a cyberpunk world. Destroy the asteroids, avoid cops and more on this new take on a classic genre. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cyberhunt.

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  12. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    79% User Score Based on 101 reviews

    The Madness of Little Emma is a difficult action platformer with roguelike elements. Featuring over 250 items with insane synergies, varied enemies, and numerous secrets and mysteries to discover. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Madness of Little Emma.

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  13. This will completely alter your understanding of 'Endless runner' games.  This game doesn't end. You continuously “run” through the game until an obstacle stops you with the point being to achieve the highest possible score.  To spice things up, the events of this game takes place inside of a massive alien space station which is on fire ! How to play : As stated earlier this game doesn't end. You … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASPCT.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    85% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    The Rush is a horizontal shoot 'em up with an MSX inspired art style and plenty of that arcade excitement (without a hunger for quarters)! Features: 8+ Unique stages Many enemies and boss fights that (I severely hope) are fun and challenging 13 different weapons that can be mixed and matched with one another 2 Playable ships with unique weapon variations Some surprising exploits I decid… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Rush.

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    36%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    36% User Score Based on 190 reviews

    Space Beret is a top down sci-fi shooter set in a "Starship Troopers" and "Crimsonland" inspired setting. In it, mankind is forced to fight hordes of horrible monstrosities in a desperate struggle for survival. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Beret.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    74% User Score Based on 92 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Woodpunk is an exhiliarating rogue-like experience in a medieval Woodpunk universe, where the primary energy resource is WOOD. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Woodpunk.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 1,158 reviews

    Chippy is a twin-stick bullet-hell shooter. Chip apart destructible bosses pixel-by-pixel. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chippy.

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  18. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    81% User Score Based on 137 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    Xeno Crisis is an arena shooter in which up to two players enter a ravaged research outpost to confront an alien menace and get out alive! Run and gun your way through thousands of adversaries as you search for the source of the deadly alien outbreak. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xeno Crisis.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    83% User Score Based on 258 reviews

    Play Droid Assault and experience running blaster battles with hordes of rampaging killer robots! Discover a unique tactical arcade shooter, with the fun addictive gameplay of 8-bit classics. You'll need your wits and the help of your acquired droid squad to stay alive in this fast-paced retro actionfest. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Droid Assault.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    84% User Score Based on 190 reviews

    Space Codex is a casual retro arcade minimal awesome top-down shooter featuring waves of enemy spaceships with different attacks in what is, literally, a bullet hell. To beat them, you will have power-up options available through the map. The game only gets harder. How long can you stay alive? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Codex.

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  21. - I tried to build this in 2 weeks. It might or might not have taken 2 months instead. Please expect it to be what it is and no more. You shoot bullets. Your bullets bounce and get stronger. (Full details of the content below). - If you have any feedback, or find some bug or find anything misleading on the store page, please come say hi on Twitter or in the forums. (links in the sidebar). 1- y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bounce your Bullets!.

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  22. Cosmic Horizon - End User Manual Welcome to Cosmic Horizon, an endless side-scrolling space shooter where you pilot a spaceship through a neon-lit galaxy, battling enemies, dodging asteroids, and collecting power-ups to achieve the highest score possible. This manual provides everything you need to start playing, understand the game mechanics, and enjoy the experience. Table of Contents Game Ov… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmic Horizon.

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  23. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    88% User Score Based on 107 reviews

    Wishlist on steam now! https://store.steampowered.com/widget/2317880/ Survive 500 seconds! Hi, I'm Penusbmic. Decided to make a little game. Inspired by games like 20 Mins till Dawn & Vampire Survivors. My goal was to focus on the game design instead of the art (Mostly only do art/animations). Used my Own Assets (The Tiny Alchemist Series), some sounds from Shapeforms & music from alkakrab.  T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bullet Bunny.

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  24. Hectic Void is an arcade First Person Shooter that throws the player back into the roots of the classic FPS genre, featuring a huge arsenal of weapons and many enemies to destroy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hectic Void.

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    33%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    33% User Score Based on 462 reviews

    Stellar 2D is a retro style space arcade game, it's a 2D game in a 3D world. With an addictive, fast paced, casual game-play style. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stellar 2D.

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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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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 468 reviews

    Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies. Deftly maneuver over twenty unique ships, each with different abilities for you to harness. Backed by an all-new chip-emulated soundtrack by the psychoacoustic artist Rainbow Kitten, Enemy Mind features an adaptive story system as innovative as its gameplay. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of Enemy Mind… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Enemy Mind.

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  29. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    55% User Score Based on 128 reviews

    Riddled corpses is Arcade game 8/16bits. we will have hordes of zombies and all kinds of monsters, all created with love pixel art. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Riddled Corpses.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 331 reviews

    Iron Fisticle is a challenging twin-stick shooter that requires reflexes, speed and quick thinking to master. It takes the classic arcade arena shooters of the mid 80s and drags them, axes flying, into the 21st century. Inspired by truly old school arcade games right down to the (optional) scanlines themselves, Iron Fisticle is both a retro game and a reinvention of a classic genre, with multiple… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Iron Fisticle.

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  32. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    91% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Dont forget: About the Game"To make U.S. pilots work harder during World War II, it was common among pilots to use amphetamine, which encouraged them to fight longer. The drugs worsened pilots' health and drove them crazy, but was ignored. Some goverments still encourage drug use to make their soldiers fight better". Features: +5 utterly different rooms; +The maximum level you can re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gospel of Abaddon.

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  33. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 124 reviews

    In the distant future, humanity has turned Venus into a livable environment. However, not all is well on Venusian soil as political intrigue pushes the way to help a young girl, the ace pilot known as Sonic Venus, to find the whereabouts of her missing father. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RaidersSphere4th.

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  34. A Twin Stick, Hack and Slash, Survive Enemy Waves game! Choose from different heroes, fight climactic enemy waves, level up, collect coins, fight against the endboss in three different levels and have fun. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hack and Shoot Heroes.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 598 reviews

    Meltdown is a tactical arcade shooter featuring both singleplayer and intense online multiplayer. Become the most skilled soldier, choose your weapons, get the best upgrades, buckle up and start your mission. Be careful, each enemy has it’s own combat style, special AI and gear. Adapt to them to survive! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meltdown.

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    84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    96% User Score Based on 332 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 11 reviews

    Deathsmiles is CAVE's bullet-hell shoot-'em-up where you take the role of one of five Angels to defend the magical land of Gilverado from an invasion by Hell itself! Eradicate this devilish assault! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathsmiles.

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  37. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Little Hero Adventure, where thrilling adventures await. Traverse levels of varying difficulty, battle cunning enemies, overcome traps and obstacles, discover hidden secrets, and gather berries to aid your village. Players will explore diverse biomes: mysterious forests, snowy plains, and deep caves. Each biome presents its own challenges and dan… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Hero Adventure.

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  38. >>> [Up Arrow/W] to jump (hit twice to double jump) [AD] or [Left/Right Arrow Keys] to move left, right (hit twice to dash) [Shift Keys] to roll [Space bar] to swing sword/attack [Escape] to pause game >>> Changelog 4/17/24 Added new tutorial levelChanged skeleton explosion animationAdd remove sound buttons in main menu Removed “play next” button if on last levelAdded sound for coin collecti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OdysseyOfNature.

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  39. A very "calm" arcade style space shooter. This game was made for the ScoreSpace #17 Game Jam which has the theme "Protect". This is my first ever attended Game Jam and even though Chinese New Year took some time from me, I still managed to finish. Gameplay instructions are found within the main menu as a button and is scrollable. Includes a local(not online) leaderboard. WARNING: BE AWARE OF VOLUM… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Calm Space Shooter.

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  40. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    BLOOD DRIVE GOLF The zombie apocalypse is here, but golf must go on. Protect the golfers at all costs from the hostiles, or die trying! Blood Drive Golf is a casual roguelite top-down shooter. It has autobattle by default but that can be disabled for a more old school experience.  Most roguelite/roguelike games are full of wonderful ideas, but they almost all suffer from nightmare difficulty level… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BLOOD DRIVE GOLF.

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  41. 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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  42. Blast aliens and fight dragons in this action-packed retro-style space shooter! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guntech 2.

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  44. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 200 reviews

    Mineral Defense is a unique blend of tower defense and roguelite gameplay, where the strategic possibilities are endless! Shape the battlefield by unlocking tiles and crafting the ultimate path. Plan intersections and bottlenecks to funnel enemies in the most efficient way. Fight Unique Enemies!Use combinations of towers and abilities to defeat enemies! There are many damaging and support to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mineral Defense.

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  46. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    92% User Score Based on 847 reviews

    Rocket Rats is a survivors-like game where you defeat cheese-based astral bodies in space – as a rat! Clear waves of enemies, collect cheese, upgrade your gear, and conquer the moon! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rocket Rats.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    99% User Score Based on 162 reviews

    Inspired by a certain 1988 cult classic, ASTROLANCER carries the 8-bit mantle into a retro-styled adventure with modern appeal. Alternating between top-down shooting and high-flying shoot 'em up sections, the player will fight to destroy the FORMATROID threat while expanding their arsenal along the way. If you get into a tight spot, use your invincible THRUST ATTACK to break through! ASTROLANCER … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASTROLANCER.

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  48. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    83% User Score Based on 93 reviews

    Please visit our Steam page. It's still free! Outside the Lines is a top-down turf war action game that takes place on the pages of a coloring book. It was made in three days for the Pre-Indie Game Jam. Overview The goal of the game is to cover as much of the coloring book as possible in your color. You can play as a blue pen, pink pencil, or green crayon. Each character has a different abi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outside the Lines.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    83% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Game of our friend! Add this awesome sci-fi top down RPG to wishlisthttps://store.steampowered.com/app/1735880/DRAKE/ About the GameIt is a dynamic mix of old school arcade and simulation. In this game you will meet a realistic system of spacecraft behavior and precise orbital mechanics. You have to curb the force of gravity and learn how to use it to your advantage in order to repel numerous en… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hotloop.

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  50. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    85% User Score Based on 82 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    The greatest gameshow on earth is here with breakneck speed, bullet dodging action and lots of guns. Put it all on the line for the (rogue)likes. And remember, the run is all that matters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEATHRUN TV.

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