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Looking for games like Nanowar? Here are top shooter recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Void Breach, Battle Marine or Dark Gravity: Prologue.

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  1. Twin-stick space combat roguelite with 12 abilities, 5 reality-warping ultimates, and 20+ enemy factions that each fight differently. Permanent upgrades that stack across hundreds of hours. Quick missions, deep progression, zero runs wasted. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Breach.

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  2. OverviewBattle Marine is a simple naval barrage STG. Enjoy a somewhat retro yet new and exhilarating game experience by firing a barrage of shots, inducing explosions, sweeping with powerful lasers, and automatically collecting medals (recovery and score) by jumping. Destroying enemies consecutively within a certain time frame will result in a HIT combo. Aim for 999 HITs! Your rank will be ass… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Battle Marine.

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  3. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    88% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Do you like prologue? Wishlist full game About the Game Shoot, destroy, collect, craft and destroy even more! "Dark Gravity" is a fast-paced, low poly vertical shoot'em up game that features non-linear campaign mode with lots of enemies and bosses. Craft new weapons, upgrade your fighter and build an ultimate aerial war machine! After the fifth world war, there was peace in the worl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Gravity: Prologue.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    100% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    About Galaxy Bricks Galaxy Bricks is a mashup of two very well known games Galaga and Arkanoid. A Arcade Fixed shooter type game. The gameplay mechanics and rules are simple. Destroy the bricks on each level to progress to the next one. However enemies might spawn from these bricks, and attack you! The player will have powerups to help them deal with every obstacle of each level as they… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Bricks.

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  5. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    87% User Score Based on 87 reviews

    Super XYX is a new vertical shoot-em-up in the vein of 80's and 90's arcade classics.6 Stages of action + bonus modes and unlockables, including Boss Rush and optional checkpoint play.6 playable ships each with their own unique destructive firepower.Includes fully rebindable keys, controller support and screen rotation (TATE) If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super XYX.

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  6. Proxy Air Force is a 2D Arcade Shoot Them Up game based on the story of the world war which broke out between The US and CES countries. CES was accused of violating the Airspace in the US and as a result, there was a rise in tensions between the two countries. The US warned them, not to violate their Airspace again otherwise there would be a retaliation. In 2020, despite repeated warnings by the U… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Proxy Air Force.

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  7. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Celestial Raid is a vertical shmup created using GameMaker Studio. It is a blend of old-school shmup with occasional bullet-hell elements. This game is a prototype and it can be finished in a short time (roughly 30-45 minutes).  The SWARM, an army of drones led by a rogue A.I., seeks out the Terrans and attempts to destroy them. You are an elite pilot being tasked to eliminate it's leader in their… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Celestial Raid.

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  8. Alcyon Infinity is a fast shooter/bullet hell with dynamic movement and risk management, as well as crazy electro-neo-classical music. Play alone, or plug-in additional Controllers and play with your friends or against them. (1-4 Players) Boost and Drift your way up to the enemies' blindspot Chain kills to level up your combo and multiply your earnings Unlock and upgrade your Weapons… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alcyon Infinity.

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  9. Face the enemies... different locations Get ready for battle! Features Customize your ship; Change your weapons; Face powerfull enemies; 80s vibe; Originally composed soundtracks; If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rasant.

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  10. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    A space shooter game with RPG mechanics. Players will be able to improve their ships to tackle the challenges ahead, as well as buy better ships and customize them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shin Galaxy: Alpha War.

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  11. Red Titans is a single player vertical shoot em up, use the resources available to stop the threat, you will have to be very skillful since there are no continues. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Titans.

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  12. You are tasked to destroy the swarms of alien invaders as they attempt to annihilate your race from existence. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nova Wing II.

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  14. 39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    59% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rangok Skies.

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  15. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    93% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    SHOOT 'EM UP! Just keep shooting! Starlight: Eye of The Storm is a retro 2D Arcade bullet hell vertical shooter. Unleash your special powers, upgrade your weapons, get better ones! Danger can come from any direction, including 3D objects in the background. The Full Release shall comprise of the following modes you can play: Campaign Mode - A storytelling modular mission-based play style where y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starlight: Eye of the Storm.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music
    70% User Score Based on 60 reviews

    Welcome to helm! Steam and Metal — scroll shooter in the steampunk world. Hordes of steam enemies and huge bosses are waiting to be destroyed. Spectacular levels of handcrafted pixels waiting for someone to pass through them. When there are too many enemies — just shoot 'em all up! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steam and Metal.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, emotional
    62% User Score Based on 133 reviews

    Bad Bots is a retro style platform shooter with intense robot blasting action and sci-fi story. In Bad Bots you hack and blast your way through an onslaught of truly bad 'bots to find a way to prevent a potentially planet-destroying catastrophe. Bad Bots stars Sam McRae, a grease mechanic aboard the "Titan Hauler" space cargo ship who wakes from cryogenic hypersleep to discover the ship's roboti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bad Bots.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    97% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    Tragedy strikes as aliens attack Earth. You're left alone to pilot the last remaining spacecraft on its way back to Earth from Mars Colony. Avoid missiles, asteroids, enemy ships, and more as you accumulate high-scores in the arcade game Earth Attack. Use WASD or the Arrow Keys to move. Spacebar or Left Mouse Click to fire missiles and destroy asteroids; triumph over obstacles and enemies ali… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Earth Attack.

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  19. River Escape is a fast-paced 3D arcade combat game inspired by classic action shooters and reimagined with modern gameplay, progression and visuals. Take control of a powerful combat aircraft and fly through hostile territory packed with enemy planes, ground forces, naval units and dangerous bosses. Use machine guns, bombs, torpedoes and homing missiles to clear your path while collecting upgrade… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to River Escape.

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  20. Gunclone Arena is a top-down looter-shooter roguelite. Fight as a super-clone that can wield 6 weapons, a Beam and Shield in a dystopian TV show! Loot thousands of weapon variants with ricochet, detonate, shock, pierce and more. Stack build-changing Mods. Notice: Escape is grounds for perma-recycle. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunclone Arena.

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  21. Description Shape Wars is an arcade-style 2D Arena Shooter where precision is key and hesitation is fatal. You control an agile ship in a closed arena, fighting off increasingly difficult waves of geometric enemies. Designed as a showcase of tight gameplay loops and polished "game feel," Shape Wars strips combat down to its essentials: move, shoot, and survive. Game Modes Campaign Mode: Ba… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shape Wars.

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  22. EXOVORE is a dual-stick space horror shoot’em-up inspired by the legendary Sinistar. Mine asteroids for energy, forge powerful weapons and battle through swarms of biomechanical nightmares as a colossal alien intelligence awakens to destroy you. It starts out nice and slow, giving you a chance to learn the controls and upgrade your ship. But the action and complexity builds with each level. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exovore.

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  23. Jasper Redds: A Retro Shoot 'Em Up Adventure Step into the cockpit of Jasper Redds, the eponymous ripster from the sci-fi epic, The Curious Case of Jasper Redds: The Haunted Spaceship. Experience intense, fast-paced action as you dodge enemy fire, collect Xsteel scrap, and upgrade powerful ship systems. Navigate across beautiful expanses of the galaxy in levels filled with challenging foes and epi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jasper Redds vs The Ares Belt.

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  24. 東方聖戦影 (Touhou Seisenei)~ Forlorn Souls of Wicked Past is a western-made fangame of the original Touhou Project series by Team Shanghai Alice. As with all mainline Touhou games, shoot away your worries with danmaku in a short but fast-paced STG-style adventure until the incident is resolved!!! Story One rainy night, it's discovered that several human souls have started showing up randomly aro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 東方聖戦影 ~ Forlorn Souls of Wicked Past.

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  25. Blast back to the golden age of arcade shooters with Galaxian Remake! This isn't just a port; it's a lovingly crafted reimagining of the beloved 1979 classic, supercharged with modern features and exhilarating, non-stop action. Take control of your agile starfighter and defend humanity against waves of relentless, diving alien invaders. Experience the timeless thrill of Galaxian with e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxian Remake.

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  26. The past is alive. Ensign Amalia Ward, a talented young pilot in the Plutonic Imperial Navy, is betrayed by her own squadron and left for dead during the decisive battle of the Second Galactic Civil War. Three years later, a mysterious woman joins up with Catnap, a bounty hunters outfit known for taking on the most difficult of contracts. Her first job is to take down Captain Boucher, a ruthless… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PERIHELION -PROLOGUE-.

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  27. Welcome to Space Shooter Extreme! Prepare for an exhilarating journey into the depths of space where relentless alien hordes threaten the galaxy! Space Shooter Extreme is a fast-paced, arcade-style top-down shooter designed to deliver intense action, strategic upgrades, and endless replayability. The Mission: As the pilot of an advanced starfighter, your mission is simple: eliminate every ali… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Shooter Extrteme.

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  28. 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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  29. This is a basic example of a boss battle for a scrolling shooter.  There are plenty of guides and templates out there for games that have the player fighting waves of small enemies in scrolling shooters, but few that have the player taking on a larger boss battle. So I decided to make one myself!  Features include : - Multiple 'phases' for the boss fight that get harder as the player progresses. E… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shoot-em-up Boss Battle.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    59% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    .-- .... .- - / .... .- - .... / --. --- -.. / .-- .-. --- ..- --. .... - Break the bitter attrition of the Great War using timing, tactics and telecommunications in Morse. Step into the shoes of a Morse code operator taking the war into her own hands. Before you relayed messages, but now you're calling the shots. Literally. Send co-ordinates for artillery strikes to cut off supply chains, b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MORSE.

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  31. Ace Pilot Pacific is a top view air combat game. The action takes place during the WW2 Pacific war. Fly 6 different planes against the Japanese. Dog fight with the help of your wingmen and become an Ace. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ace Pilot Pacific.

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

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    56% User Score Based on 8 reviews

    AST-Hero is a top-down space-shooter, with unique graphics and sounds. It is inspired by the 1979 hit Asteroids. It comes with a lot of new and interesting features. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AST-Hero.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Simple 2D platformer. Mechanic action shooter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JAGD LANZER.

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  35. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

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

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  36. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    ``An unknown alien armada from deep space is advancing through the Solar system. Defenders, stop this invasion before Earth falls.`` Advanced Invaders is an arcade shoot 'em up game with a sci-fi campaign through Solar system, multiple weapons, enemies, bosses and other surprises. The player is in control of a ground defence, D-1, vehicle, with the task to shoot down all invading alien formations … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Advanced Invaders.

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  37. Journey through space to save Earth from evil inter-dimensional beings and their anunnaki serpents in this sci-fi vertical scroll shooter where deflecting enemy projectiles is key to success. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dyflexion.

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  38. Blast your way through 300 levels of replicating orbs that move around trying to kill you. - Use the mouse to move the player around the screen. - Shoot Up, Down, Left, and Right to attack enemies. - Gain enough points to complete each level. - Some enemies follow you and can't be shot. They also block your shots. - 20 enemy types. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HyperShot.

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  39. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Progress further into the laboratory. Find the key and move to the next level. Defeat the bug infestation. Survive! Collect mana from enemies to power up your weapons. Unlock new weapons as you progress further into the depths of the laboratory. Controls Keyboard:  WASD/Arrows to move | J/Z/Space to confirm & shoot | Esc/P to pause | C+V, U+I, H+L, Q+E to swap cards, M to toggle minimap, F to togg… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RoboSpider: Reckoning.

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  40. Enter the heart of an intergalactic war where survival depends on your reflexes and firepower. In this action-packed space shooter, you pilot a high-tech starfighter through asteroid fields, alien armadas, and massive boss battles across stunning cosmic environments. Upgrade your ship with powerful lasers, plasma cannons, energy shields, and special abilities as waves of enemy fighters and coloss… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Invaders - Eclipse Squadron.

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  41. You're an intern. The spreadsheet is fighting back.Spreadsheet Survivor is a fast, funny bullet-hell roguelite that runs inside a pixel-perfect fake spreadsheet. You are a single cell. The errors want you gone. Drop formula-turrets, vacuum up cash, level into absurd builds, and outlast a 20-minute workday. It looks like work. Feels like your coffee break. It is the most productive-looking way t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spreadsheet Survivors.

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    63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    94% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    An arcade roguelite where positioning beats firepower. Build absurdly powerful runs through rule-breaking upgrades. I started Particulitix as a particle-graphics experiment that grew into the arcade roguelite I wanted to play. Position smart around playfield zones that shape every fight Stack run-specific arsenals from dozens of upgrade combinations Carry permanent character upgrade… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Particulitix.

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  43. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Puedes encontrar mi juego en Steam desde hoy: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3635080/Galactic_Plague_2000/ Galactic Plague 2000 es un juego shooter espacial, de género Roguelite, un juego arcade clásico. El juego narra la historia de Jack, un niño que se ve atrapado en una historia fantástica al conectarse a una máquina arcade misteriosa y antigua que se encontraba en unos recreativos aban… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Plague 2000.

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    Star Gun is a fast-paced, roguelite, auto-scrolling space shooter blending RPG-style progression and procedurally generated levels. Choose your ship, upgrade it to the max, and blast through relentless waves of enemies to free the galaxy—solo or with a friend! Key Features A New Galaxy Every Time. Every playthrough is a fresh experience. Explore a procedurally generated galaxy map filled with u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Gun.

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  45. SFERA - Action platformer. A mix of 3D and retro 2D graphics. You are an assassin for the SFERA corporation. You are tasked with destroying a gang of robots. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SFERA.

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  46. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Dual elevation horizontal 2D arcade shoot 'em up co-op helicopter action! With the world facing a desperate energy and economic crisis, rogue forces have launched a coordinated assault on a weakened allied order. Unable to respond directly under the fragile political climate, the Joint Security Alliance has turned to a special helicopter squadron known as the Heli-Cats. Their mission is to repel … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heli-Cats.

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  47. Thanks for playing! Wishlist Vanquish Evil on Steam! Early Access June 21st!   https://store.steampowered.com/app/3781740/Vanquish_Evil/-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- This version is the demo version!This version was last updated June 20 2025.  Starting Tips: - Specialize in 1 spell then branch out from there. The dynamic upgrade system is based on player upgr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vanquish Evil.

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  48. A solo indie-developed pixelated 2D arcade space shoot-'em-up that captures the nostalgia and high-octane fun of beloved 80s and 90s arcade experiences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbital Siege.

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  49. They left you for dead. Now, unleash the Nanostorm. About the gameNanostorm is an incremental 2D arcade shoot'em'up game where you get stronger with every death. In the game, defeated enemies drop Nano-Essence, which you can spend in a massive skill tree on new abilities and powerful perks. A hostile alien worldStranded and alone after crash-landing on a deadly alien world, you discover that dea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nanostorm.

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  50. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    84% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    PhaigeX is a fast-paced "survivor-style" space shooter that tasks the player to contain a growing incursion of rogue AI-controlled units. Pilot a variety of ships, use a myriad of upgrades and lay down heavy firepower against the growing menace. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PhaigeX: Hyperspace Survivors.

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