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Looking for games like LD44 - Dark Cave? Here are top action recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with The Temple Of, Total Party Kill or Subject N.06.

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  1. The Temple Of is a Roguelike Dungeon Crawler game. It is 3D, procedurally generated, and packed with ancient horror around every corner! Use your torch to find secret passageways, treasures, and mysteries all while avoiding (or seeking?) the supernatural. Explore ever changing environments, from dusty and forgotten tombs to subterranean jungles. Experience exploration like never before in a brand… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Temple Of.

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  3. In a secure lab facility, scientists race to find a cure for a mysterious virus that causes cognitive breakdown, comas, and finally death. In attempt to find a cure, animals are given the virus and cures are tested. The aim is to delay or prevent cognitive breakdown to stop the chain of symptoms, but one lab rat has gained human-level intelligence due to a failed cure. This lab rat -- Lab Rat N06 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Subject N.06.

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  4. 10%Game Brain Score
    10% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    You find yourself stranded on a picturesque but uninhabited tropical island after a shipwreck. The island is surrounded by shark-infested waters, and your only hope of survival is to build a raft and escape to safety. Your mission is to gather resources, craft a seaworthy raft, and navigate treacherous waters filled with hungry sharks. HOW TO PLAY Goal Your goal is to run away from the island in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Raft or die.

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  5. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    /!\ The game does not work as intended on a >60Hz monitor! /!\Did you enjoy the ride? Download the Windows build to play custom tracks! Any mp3 can be used. More info below! Orbital Swing is a space acrobatics game where you swim and jump around the Milky Way. Make the universe yours as you pick up stars, planets and UFO's while freestyling on a groovy stream of dark matter. You can play on cust… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbital Swing.

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  6. 27%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    45% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Into The Eternal is a massive action RPG featuring a unique blend of a third person overworld and side scrolling battles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Into The Eternal.

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  7. This is a Gold Leaf Interactive exclusive (solo developer).A brief, yet satisfying 2D adventure. Note: UI and Texts on the screen in-game are tailored for 16:9 aspect ratio, or 1920x1080 and 2560x1440 resolutions. Description:  Collect the coins! Because it's fun! Harness the power of the mushrooms and find the escape. Keep an eye out for traps and and monsters, as some may surprise you...… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ginger Shroom Journey.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, monetization
    94% User Score Based on 276 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Descend into cosmic madness aboard a collapsing space station in Katanaut, a fast-paced action-roguelite. Unleash powerful abilities, master fluid combat, and confront eldritch horrors as reality unravels around you. Survive relentless battles and fight for your very existence. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Katanaut.

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  9. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    63% User Score Based on 67 reviews

    Shadow Mansion: Step Into the Shadows From the creators of the upcoming "PARALLEL PLAGUE: Good Old Days, " Shadow Mansion offers a harrowing glimpse into a world where fear and mystery intertwine. An Atmosphere Like No Other Welcome to Shadow Mansion, where every shadow hides a secret, and every sound sends shivers down your spine. This chilling horror adventure unfolds within the decaying walls o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SHADOW MANSION.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    68% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    Xenosis is a thrilling metroidvania where you traverse an ancient temple that has been overrun by alien creatures. Armed with your blaster, you must combat a variety of challenging enemies and upgrade your weapon to escape If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xenosis.

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  11. 37%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    37% User Score Based on 284 reviews

    Paradox Soul is a chilling fight for exploration and survival; a medroidvania pixel action-shooter hybrid! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Paradox Soul.

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  12. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:atmosphere
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Welcome to Inner Worlds! Inner Worlds is a side-scroll fantasy action adventure, in which you play the role of a strong and beautiful woman / she-wolf Nikita. Nikita's quest is to track down the evil monster creation of a misguided genius which has plagued the world for generations.                 Episode 1                 "Wizard's World" In Wizard's World, you play the role of the strong and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inner Worlds.

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  13. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    83% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    The Book of the Warriors is a retro SLG+ roguelike game. As a fan of SLG, have you been looking for a kind of war chess that can build a variety of fancy Bulid? Start the game! You will find the charm of SLG~ If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Book of Warriors.

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  14. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    71% User Score Based on 162 reviews

    A genre-twisting tactical runner where you maneuver, fight, think, sacrifice and evolve – all on the run. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tribal Pass.

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  15. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    As an agent of Odin, you will dive into cavernous dungeons hunting for treasure, race for your life from surprise traps, and have vicious axe battles with blood-thirsty kobolds. If you like action-packed side-scrolling adventures, you won't want to miss Trial by Viking. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trial by Viking.

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    58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    58% User Score Based on 180 reviews

    Discover a vast world full of mysteries and action in this Metroidvania-style game inspired by the classics of the 16-bit era. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inexistence.

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    54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics
    56% User Score Based on 36 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    "Dungeon Girl is a Puzzle RPG with over 1000 floors to conquer, and 300 items to craft. The fun never ends!" If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Girl.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 178 reviews

    Psycron is a 2D action Metroidvania where you try and escape the deep space scientific research vessel Ceremos. Explore four wildly different areas as you fight strange enemies, acquire upgrades which change how you traverse the station and discover what happened to the crew of the Ceremos as you try to escape. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PSYCRON.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    67% User Score Based on 105 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    You are not the hero in this story, you'll be lucky to make it out alive. Explore shifting catacombs that are never the same twice, learn to navigate the devious traps and defeat monsters hell-bent on murdering you. The successful rogue will master swords, bows and magic, learn to heal when afflicted and make the most out of resources. The successful rogue learns from mistakes and becomes stronger… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Dungeoning.

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  22. "Everything was perfect... until then."Faust, the protagonist, had a successful life due to his dealings with the devil, but now he suffers from terrible dreams each night. To find what lies at the end of those dreams—to end it all—he decides to plunge into those nightmares and face the monsters that lie within... Downfall is a roguelike hack-and-slash game where you develop your character by styl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Downfall.

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  23. Explore forgotten dimensions, find forbidden objects, and reveal hidden secrets. Beware - time is your enemy, and something is watching you. A mix of roguelite, horror, stealth, pressure, and secrets best left alone. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Secret Seeker.

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  24. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    The deeper you go, the more of yourself you lose. A genre-shifting tower defense rogue-lite, where your population is both your currency and your health. Descent Into the 'Depths' Genre: Rogue-lite, Tower Defense, PlatformerLudum Dare: https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/57/you-are-the-end This game was made during the Ludum Dare 57 game jam, with the theme “DEPTHS.” Not really wanting to ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Are the End.

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  25. Igbi Goes Deep - A game by Jared Saizdelamora Created for Ludum Dare 57 - "Depths" Pilot our titular hero Igbi as he explores the depths of his world, finding valuable resources and unlocking new items and abilities that allow further progression. *IMPORTANT NOTE: If you are judging for Ludum Dare 57, please stick to playing the current HTML5 or the original Windows downloadable; the new 1.1 … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Igbi Goes Deep.

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    The atmosphere of the game you can craft bombs and health packs using resources found in the environment. You earn money by killing enemies and through other means, allowing you to buy anything you need from the shop. Enter the world of AWAKE and experience an environment full of mystery and horror. Fight with mutants and zombies and find a way to escape with guns, bullets and blo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AWAKE.

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  27. Play as a lone spaceship, trapped inside a mysterious loop. Every time you complete the loop the rules change, and failure means repeating the loop. Pass the finish line to move on to the next loop Collide with obstacles to collect them. Die thrice in a level, and you are out of the loop. Controls: WASD or Arrow Keys to Move (Controller might work but is untested) Shift to Boost Credits: Crashtr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Grand Torus.

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  28. Can you invite 200 classmates and make it home to host the party of a lifetime?Retro visual-novel / action-arcade game with a 8-bit / jazz mixed soundtrack. CONTROLS: - W/A/S/D or LEFT/RIGHT/UP/DOWN to move. - SHIFT to sprint (if you have enough stamina- see yellow bar above your head). - SHIFT/ENTER/SPACE to make dialogue faster. - TAB to make dialogue normal speed again. - ESC to skip a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Minor Task: Party of a Lifetime.

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  29. What the heck?! A plane in space?! And it shoots lasers?! Become the one and only in Stray Impulse. Fly around and shoot EVERYTHING. Controls: It is "WASD" to move and "Spacebar / Left Click" to fire laser. This game was made in 72 hours for the Ludum Dare 39 game jam with the theme "Running out of power". The game has now gone through a few development stages since. Features: LASERSKiller Missles… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stray Impulse.

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  30. Transmachina is a bite-sized metroidvania game about a scout robot exploring a biolab. Learn new abilities, explore the rooms for upgrades, destroy enemy sentries and fight a boss. This was made in a month, and is  is my entry for Metroidvania Month XVI.You can play on Keyboard and/or Gamepad, and there is a WebGL version and a Windows Build. Controls:KeyboardWASD or Arrows - MoveJ  or Left Ctrl -… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Transmachina.

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  31. Fight against the odds for your survival against a combat ready machine! Dark Circuits is a third person shooter where you play as a robot fighting for its survival against a superior machine equipped with a wider arsenal of weapons in a 1-on-1 battle. Dodge bullets, missiles, and other attacks as you rely on limited firepower to emerge victorious in this battle. This was a final year project crea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Circuits.

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  32. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Follow the story of Elliot, a young man who desires to explore and see all the world has to offer. Even though his mother doesn’t want him leaving the protection of the village, he trains in secret to fulfill his dream of becoming the greatest Mage of his generation. But fate has other plans for him...  What is the strange tattoo under his eye? How is he related to the ancient heroes? What connec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Relics' Legacy.

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  33. Link to LD post: https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/43/blood-altar-1 ** We now added a post-jam version. we had more levels designed but ran out of time including them. so now you can play those too. ** Please don’t rate based on the post-jam version, it’s only there to show the potential of the game. Notes We managed to get almost all the mechanics, art, sounds, animations in. but we run out of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Altar - Post Jam.

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  34. Windows version obviously moves way smoother than the HTML5 one. The Tearable Three is a platform-style game about three stuffed toys that are trying to escape an evil laboratory where they've been imprisoned. Each stuffed toy has different strengths and weaknesses, but each toy must also choose a body part to discard in order to escape in time.  Losing different body parts will severely effect di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Tearable Three - Release Version.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    62% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Ludum Dare 47 Compo Submission This game was developed in just under two days as a part of Ludum Dare 47. Based on the design choices, sound design, art, and humor common in point-and-clicks of old.  This game does play into the old style arbitrary puzzles to some degree, though I tried to limit that. So far the fastest I've completed it is with 1 loop on the counter.  I am also clearly not artis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Loop.

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  36. 30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Welcome to the enchanting world of Natura! Step onto a tiny island paradise, where the air is filled with the sweet scent of blooming flowers and the gentle buzz of busy bees! You are the steward of a fragile ecosystem, a beekeeper tasked with creating a harmonious home for your winged companions. Gameplay: around 5 minutes. 4 minutes, if you’re really good. How to play The world of Natura … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Natura.

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  37. United Parcel Force(Disclaimer: Any similarity to actual logos is purely intentional due to this being a parody, which is protected by something called a "Constitution" or whatever, maybe.) Theme: The More You Have, The Worse It IsDeveloped by Beard or Die for Ludum Dare 40, December 1-4, 2017 Special Thanks to Youtube Channels teaching Unity game development, including but not limited to: Derek B… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to United Parcel Force.

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  38. Windows version obviously moves way smoother than the HTML5 one. Below is a link to the version we released two days after Ludum Dare ended.  It doesn't have any new content, sans an easier level, but just runs smoother in general and has fewer bugs.https://grandtheftmarmot.itch.io/the-tearable-three-release-version And don't forget to rate us on our Ludum Dare entry: https://ldjam.com/events/ludu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Tearable Three - LD43 Version.

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  39. Description You wake up and find yourself trapped in a room inside a ruined structure.  The ceiling is closing, and you have no way to climb out.  You're a slime after all, how can you climb.  Once the ceiling has closed in, it will fall, squishing you like it has done to so may before.  You're only hope is to find some way to stop the ceiling from completely closing in on you.  Are you only goin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echo.

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  40. Great rumors are spreading far and wide. It seems that the earth is becoming parched and dry.Could our final days be nigh? Great rumors are spreading far and wide. It seems that the earth is becoming parched and dry. Some speak of the sun's heat intensifying to the point where it is setting all ablaze. There are hushed whispers of Tzitzimitl's return spreading throughout the land. Could our final … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Heat.

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  41. Originally created for Ludum Dare 52 (theme - "Harvest") Submission page here: https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/52/harvest-soon Original game (with less features): https://rob6566.itch.io/harvest-soon-ludum-dare-52 High Scores The title screen shows high scores from all players. To support this, the game asks you for a display name at the start (apologies - this currently has to be entered ev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harvest Soon - Post jam edition.

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  42. Link to LD post: https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/43/blood-altar-1 ** We now added a post-jam version. we had more levels designed but ran out of time including them. so now you can play those too. ** Please don’t rate based on the post-jam version, it’s only there to show the potential of the game. Notes We managed to get almost all the mechanics, art, sounds, animations in. but we run out of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blood Altar.

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  43. Circus Interstellar is a brutal arcade shooter featuring high-octane action, and killer music! Earth voyagers encounter a sadistic alien race with a terrifying clownish appearance and a nasty appetite. Will the survivors escape the gory circus? Or will they be assimilated like all the rest? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Circus Interstellar.

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  44. 75%Game Brain Score
    77% User Score Based on 73 reviews

    Volleyball Challenge is a Sports game, published by D3Publisher, which was released in Japan in 2003. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Volleyball Challenge.

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  45. 100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 144 reviews

    Sneak away from your boring family vacation and delve into ANCIENT RUINS! Borrow equipment from dead explorers and uncover the secrets of a lost civilization as you leave your parents worried sick. WARNING: The Ruby Chest may contain traces of an ancient curse (and gluten). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Raider Kid and the Ruby Chest.

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  46. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    This place is far more than you ever imagined. Here, the Collision is Not Found. Traverse the entirety of levels from The Backrooms, unravel deep-rooted mysteries, and try to escape before reality collapses around you. Powered by the cutting-edge Unreal Engine 5, Backrooms: Collision Not Found delivers a breathtakingly eerie visual experience. Featuring hyper-realistic environments, eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backrooms: Collision Not Found.

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    YOU HAVE BECOME AN INSECT... SHEDDING YOUR HUMAN FLESH, YOU HAVE BURROWED INTO THE SAME EXOSKELETON AS THE FREAKS THAT MURDERED YOUR FAMILY - AN INSECTOID ARMY WHO ROAMS THE NIGHT PILLAGING AND KIDNAPPING INNOCENT PEOPLE... EAT INSECTS TO SAVE YOUR BROTHER... INSECT IS AN ARCADE-STYLE BULLET HELL SHOOTER... SURVIVE WAVES OF ENEMIES UNTIL A SONG FINISHES PLAYING AND RACK UP HIGH-SCORES TO BE … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to INSECT.

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  48. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 11 reviews

      There were unforseen problems and the update is going to be delayed. I am very sorry about this and want to say thank you for being so kind and helping me grow with making games. Have a great Xmas and New Year. About the story of Journey Galaxis: A great tragedy has fallen upon Naiyoko Island. Friends, and families have lost their loved ones including your Mother, and Father who were on a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Journey Galaxis+2.

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    72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development
    100% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    The Moon was shattered. A mysterious impact knocked it off course, and now it's on a slow, inevitable collision with Earth. Humanity's last hope lies in three massive colony ships bound for the closest thing to a new Earth, Proxima B. You play as Sister Zola, a nun, psychiatrist, and high-ranking officer, tasked with protecting the minds of the colonists during their long cryosleep. But hyperspace… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 2nd EVE.

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  50. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    100% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    The Myth of a Godslayer is a top-down Action-RPG mixing combat, exploration, puzzles and platforming. Discover an original world inspired by Gallic Celtic mythology and great classics from the 16 and 32-bit eras such as Beyond Oasis and The Legend of Oasis. Get Ready for a Mythical Adventure! The Holy City of Pandora is in turmoil since the discovery of new lands beyond the borders of the k… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Myth of a Godslayer.

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