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Looking for games like Nerd Bus? Here are top arcade shooter recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Metacell: Genesis ARCADE, Tripod Tim's Takeoff or Polyorbis.

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  1. Metacell: Genesis ARCADE is an arcade game inspired by old-school arcade games, with the match 3 mechanic. The basic gist of Arcade mode is a score attack mechanic where you want to survive to level 100 with the highest score. Fight back a never ending spawn of game pieces by making matches of 3 or more before the board fills up, or even worse, you are killed by one of the traps that could spawn a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metacell: Genesis ARCADE.

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  2. Made in only 49 hours for the GDevelop Weekend Game Jam #3! Tim is a stationary turret tripod, but he has to climb high! Help Tim climb up the many platforms and defeat their various enemies with his trusty dual-purpose "handgun"! CONTROLS Aim with the mouse Left-click to shoot with the handgun, shoot downwards to launch yourself upwards! Right-click to change your hand Hold left-click to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tripod Tim's Takeoff.

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  3. Polyorbis was written in 3 days for the Ludum Dare 38 Jam, created by: Mattparks and Decaxon. The competitions theme is: A Small World. We used our own open-sourced Java OpenGL game engine: Flounder. Polyorbis is open-source and can be found here: https://github.com/Equilibrium-Games/Polyorbis Brief Features: Third person low poly art style. Procedurally generated music. Survival and action p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Polyorbis.

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  4. 30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Space Fight is a 2D top-down space themed shooter game where you and your spaceship must fight and survive against oncoming waves of enemy ships that are trying to destroy you. Your ship is surrounded by asteroids so you are unable to flee and have no other choice but to fight to survive. - Gameplay - You can fight back against the attacking enemy ships by shooting at them with your ship's laser-b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Fight.

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  5. A first-of-its-kind SUDOKU adventure game featuring the gang from EverythingHerbs, two separate story lines, and at least one super villain. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Squidoku.

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  6. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    85% User Score Based on 54 reviews

    Get your weapons ready for the ultimate action game! Metal Commando combines the adrenaline of platform-style games with the action of 2d shooters. What are you waiting for? Start Metal Commando now and let the shooting begin If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal Commando.

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  7. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    100% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    RELIVE THE CLASSICS OF OLD...…in this 80s-inspired action platformer! Standing in the tradition of beloved arcade greats, “Dragon Dragon Fire Fire Deluxe” sends you through more than 200 handcrafted stages packed with collectibles and legions of enemies. Armed with your fiery breath, take on the challenge and chase the high score, either solo or together with a friend in local cooperative play. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Dragon Fire Fire Deluxe.

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  8. 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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  9. -Game- Stay alert for the missiles that come to destroy the earth and their codes to deactivate them. You will have to write the code corresponding to each missile to deactivate it so that it does not impact. The longer you hold on, the faster they will go. Good luck. -Controls- To write the codes, use the W-A-S-D or arrow keys, to confirm or delete the ENTER or SPACEBAR combination, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to De-coding Armageddon.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    73% User Score Based on 89 reviews

    Zolg is a minimalist top-down shooter where you explore, fight enemies, collect powerups, and defeat bosses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zolg.

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    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    35% User Score Based on 60 reviews

    Grav Blazer is an arcade space shooter with a focus on fast paced action. Players will experience procedurally generated levels with increasing difficulty. To beat a sector all space bases need to be defeated. Each base will constantly construct enemy ships to defend themselves and the ship type and strength is determined by what sector you are in. Skill based firing mechanics, rotational controll… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grav Blazer.

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    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    35% User Score Based on 98 reviews

    Star Drifter is a super hard and hectic space shooter, inspired by classics such as R Type, Xenon, Galaxian, Moon Cresta and Gradius. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Drifter.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    77% User Score Based on 79 reviews

    Slab is an arcade game in which the main task is destroy slabs and bricks. The player controls a horizontally moving paddle to ricochet the ball against the slabs and destroy them. Slab has very precision paddle! If you like classic childhood games, check it out! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slab.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    77% User Score Based on 1,255 reviews

    Space Distant are present the arcade game of cosmic fights in arcade style of the 80's, this is a game where you can control the spaceship and forced to destroy extraterrestrials, which are moving in the certain order. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Distant Space.

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  16. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    58% User Score Based on 320 reviews

    Super Killer Hornet Resurrection is an intense vertical shooter with a brain train twist. Through the chaos and explosion try to answer the falling math problems to increase your multiplier and power up your ship. Featuring a superb sound track by UK rock hip hop maestros the Sixty fours as well as classic tracks from Dylan Barry. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Killer Hornet: Resurrection.

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  17. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    94% User Score Based on 255 reviews

    Humongous Tees Now Available!Official Humongous Entertainment T-shirts featuring Pajama Sam, Spy Fox, Freddi Fish, and Putt-Putt are now available on Amazon. About the GamePurple Car Lands on the Moon! Due to a freak accident at the Fireworks Factory, Putt-Putt® is blasted to the moon. There he meets Rover, a lovely little lunar terrain vehicle left behind by the astronauts. Putt-Putt® and Ro… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Putt-Putt Goes to the Moon.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    94% User Score Based on 448 reviews

    Platypus is a fast, frantic and fun arcade-style shoot-em-up. The vast continent-spanning city of Collosatropolis has finally reached the limits of its expansion. Tall buildings cover every available space. The air is thick with smoke and poisonous chemicals. Parking is a nightmare. The Collosotropolan leaders have decided the simplest solution is to invade the neighbouring country of Mungola. T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Platypus.

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  19. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    76% User Score Based on 68 reviews

    Red Death is a vertical shooter, Prologue of the series Project Starship! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Death.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    75% User Score Based on 72 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Vortex Attack is a frenetic arcade space shooter featuring worldwide tournaments and an intense local multiplayer mode. A worthy successor to Galaga for the XXI century. WARNING: Highly addictive. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vortex Attack.

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  21. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 176 reviews

    Himari was ambushed! Help her hold out as long as possible, attack enemies, use magic to slay them, maintain Himari’s health level, so she could fight on, and also do not miss! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legend of Himari.

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    62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    62% User Score Based on 77 reviews

    BitMaster is a dynamic and colorful twin-stick shooter which design was inspired by such games as Geometry Wars, Crimson Land and Satellite Reign. Game powered by Unreal Engine 4! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BitMaster.

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  23. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Mochi Smash! Smash, score, and unlock the cutest mochi in this fast-paced arcade frenzy! ✨Update 0.1: Fix black screen . Increase speed of smash, game is more harder now. About the Game Welcome to Mochi Smash!   a charming, fast-paced arcade game where you smash adorable mochi creatures to rack up points, unlock colorful new characters, and challenge your reflexes! With over 18 u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mochi SMASH !.

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  24. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Penumbra is a mouse-based survival game — hold off shadow monsters long enough to open a portal to escape the Shadow Realm! Created in 48 hours for the 2025 GMTK Jam. ________________________________________________________________________ How to play: (recommend fullscreen) On Desktop: use mouse and left click to create loops to kill enemies and collect 'motes of shadow'. On Mobile: draw loo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Penumbra.

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  25. 30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Survive. Die. Rebuild. Break the loop. Trapped in a storm of time and horror, your drop pod slams into a corrupted planet, triggering an endless loop of combat, rebirth, and escalation. Equip one of several experimental weapons and fend off waves of increasingly grotesque eldritch horrors. Each death resets the loop… but also upgrades your arsenal — and theirs. A fast-paced, looping arena def… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEAD:LOOP.

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  26. Die Last Der Träume The Burden of Dreams: A precision-based polarity shooter built in Unity ⚠️ If your mouse disappears after clicking the game, press ESC or click outside the window, then refresh. For best results, click “Enter” over the play menu selection before interacting & fullscreening the game window. Launching Mission Protocal // pulsewidth ... 25133073114759303514251078753… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Die Last Der Träume.

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  27. ╔═.✵.══════════╗ Sun of a beach ╚══════════.✵.═╝ ✧・゚: *✧・゚:* Story *:・゚✧*:・゚✧ ════════════════════════════════════════════════════ Those stupid humans always throwing their invincible enemies to the sun... well, sun is really tired of your shit! The sun is going to burn all the humans who don't take good care of their bodies or environment. Go to the beach without protection? you'll … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sun of a beach.

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  28. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Inkfection Inkfection is a fast-paced adventure to save your favorite storybooks by destroying the inklings source of power! Erase the ink creatures on each level to charge the portal to the next story and continue your search. How to Play The Inklings are your enemy! Your attacks will erase them, but they will hurt you if they touch you. Erasing Inklings charges the portal to the next level… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inkfection.

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  29. CABIN WARFARE : SNOW OPS - Cabin Warfare : Snow Ops is a game made in 48 hours for Global Game Jam 2019 - ENHANCED ! This version of the game is a bug fixed version of the game jam edition. Enjoy ! Protect your good old cabin against waves of evil snowmen ! You are a children playing in your garden, around your small cabin. Your have a great imagination, and today you feel like a warrior, so yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cabin Warfare : Snow Ops.

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  30. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    RADAR SONAR WHATEVAR - RADAR SONAR WHATEVAR is a game made for the Video Games Lab Gamejam 2021 - - The game features an online leaderboard system, try to beat the highest scores! - - UPDATE POST JAM - This is the updated version. We added a ton of things! If you still want to play the original version, click here (or on the image further down the page). PATCH NOTE Fixed a bug that prevent… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Radar Sonar Whatevar.

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  31. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Ear Hacker A cyberpunk aural training and rhythm game created by one person in two weeks. Wow! Known issues: The web version has noticeable audio lag on some browsers, which makes rhythm puzzles extra tricky. Try a different browser or download the game. The game gets stuck when starting a new mission again after completing one. Restart the app or reload the page before starting another mi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ear Hacker - Jam Edition.

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  32. The land has been overrun by a primal alien force. Equip your astro-suit and liberate your planet from the ancient cybernetic creatures overrunning cities. Charge through shifting levels and exterminate complex waves of drones with a variety of weapons, and demolish the lethal bosses threatening humanity. Mechanics Dynamic Angles:The stage shifts between top-down twin-stick shooting … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to N.DEKA:X.

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  33. //SYNOPSIS You're in control of , a GIANT Stellar Combat Mech and "once again" the last hope for mankind. The ExoBIT can move with such speed in space, that a human eye can't follow. The ExoBIT Mech AI established a symbiotic connection to your brain, to transmit the results of 20 x 20 real time BIT scanners around your position. Connect to your ExoBIT now! Unleash mighty attacks, develop your str… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ExoBIT.

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  34. Hello there, we are so happy to upload our first-ever game(prototype) made for the Game Dev TV Game Jam 2024. WebGL Build: https://arrow-v01.netlify.app/ Controls AD/Arrow Left, Arrow Right:  to move the characterMouse Move: to point at targetsMouse Click: to shootEscape: for the Pause Menu Mechanics  Falling Rocks: Dodge or destroy these rocks to stay alive.  Health Decrease: Lose hearts o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arrow.

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  35. Starring the one and only "Goofer the Gopher"... Play a variety of different retro-inspired mini games, as if it were a gaming night out in the 1980's/'90s! Go from classic pinball, to puzzles, to platformers, to shoot-'em-ups, adventure games, a rhythm game (with a custom song editor!), PLUS point-and-click games, tabletop games, billiards, and even some gambling! Unlock each mini… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mr. Goofer’s Mini Game Arcade Party!.

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  36. 38%Game Brain Score
    38% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- BASIC CONTROLS Trench Warfare is a WW1 era-style top-down shooter which aims to cover multiple famous battles from the notorious great war! Movement = WASD and ARROW KEYS Change Inventory = E Forward, Q Backward Shoot / Attack = Mouse 0 (Left Click) (Firearms and Knife only) Dash = Space Bar (Can also hold to run) Reload… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Trench Warfare.

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

    Potato Salad is a collection of 7 games across different genres. Each game covers a potato from a different time period and highlights the never ending battle against The King of Spud Town who is always scheming to get his way. FEATURES - 7 unique games across different genres. - Obtain extras from completing challenges. - Remastered and formatted to HD resolution. - Designed with the Steam Deck … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Potato Salad.

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  38. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    ALIEN SUMMONER This entry is for LudumDare 55, jam version. It has been made within 72 hours. Theme of the jam : Summoning Story The earth has been peaceful for a century now. Suddenly, a UFO appeared out of nowhere on the coast of the famous city - Neo Naoned - ! And even more extraordinary, you are actually the owner of the UFO ?! With the help of your summoned kaijus, your only purpo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Summoner.

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  39. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Pilot your ship through varied side scrolling space encounters across multiple solar systems. As you progress, pick-up or trade for new weapons & ship modules to make powerful and interesting combinations. The game is currently an early demo, showcasing 3 solar systems.  If you enjoyed this early demo, please follow for future updates, by clicking the button in the top right. Thanks! (Ensure Hardw… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Rift Fighter.

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  40. About This game is a Mix and Jam submission, made in under 48 hours.  The theme for the jam was "Mix Genres", so the genre of this game is platformer, shooter, puzzle and physics-based game. Use your gun to destroy wooden objects to help get the bomb to get to the goal location, without letting it explode. Make sure to move crates so ball doesn't go anywhere you don't want. Don't shoot the bomb, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bomb Factory.

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  41. 30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Made in 48 hours for the Yogscast Game Jam! Evil drones has started ruining Christmas by stealing gifts and disturbing the children, and it's your job to do something about it. Shoot down the drones with snowballs and give back the presents to the children to save the day! How to play: The goal of the game is to get as high score as you can before the time is up. You get score by destroying dr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Christmas Panic.

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  42. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    MOONHAULER is an arcade physics RPG and a distant spiritual successor to Lunar Lander. Build and fly a physically modeled cargo ship between the major Lunar outposts. Use profits from successful deliveries to improve your ship. Quickstart: Click the rocket buttons in the lower left (or press and hold the keys shown) to turn on and off rocket engines. Use the rocket engines to go in the direction o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MOONHAULER.

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  43. Switch between controlling the two connected ships to defeat the enemies. You can only control one ship at a time, so must switch control from one to the other in order to keep both out of danger. The arena is scattered with specs of energy, which the inactive ship must collect in order for you to be able to shoot. When you run out of energy in one location, you will need to switch which ship is a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Synthwave Shooter.

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  44. 42%Game Brain Score
    42% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    In this variant of arcade classic, Missile Command, you control three wizards armed with the magic missile spell, facing a goblin horde awaiting outside the walls of your fortified library. Made in 48 hours for Missile Command Throwback jam. The goblins will launch themselves over the walls via catapults in order to steal your spellbooks. Smite them down before they steal all of your books and kil… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magic Missile Command.

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  45. Get ready for an endless magical adventure with the wizard Merlin and his a fiery magic wand! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magic Adventures.

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  46. Modulo is a puzzle game based on modular arithmetic that features daily challenges, multiplayer, and global leaderboards. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Modulo.

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  47. Sniper Shooting Alpha Strike is a military simulation game based on the world crisis.It is a tactical shooting game in which you play the role of a special forces operative commando guarding various locations. Sniper Shooting Alpha Strike features many missions in different locations across the world. Before a mission starts, the player can customise their weapon load-out to suit the given opera… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Indoor Sniper Shooting Alpha Strike in Corona Virus Lockdown.

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  48. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    BLASTEROIDS --- FROM OUTER SPAAACE!!! A take on the old Asteroids game. You level up your gun and shield with powerups, or plonk down some auto-turrets instead!  The game starts off pretty easy, but gradually gets harder... Let me know your high score!  My personal best so far is: 96 Blasteroids, with a High Score of 5'300'410! CONTROLS There are more detailed instructions in the Help screen of th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blasteroids From Outer Spaaace!!!.

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  49. Skyfighter ArcadeShoot. Dodge. Upgrade. Repeat - classic skyfighter shoot-em-up with a twist! Skyfighter Arcade is the classic top-down shoot-em-up vertical scroller, with a twist. Outmaneuver increasingly difficult enemies and obstacles. Blast your enemies out of the sky with powerful and unique weapons. Upgrade your weapons and ship to make yourself more powerful. Execute stunning combo attacks… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skyfighter Arcade.

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  50. Control a flock of turrets to destroy the enemy ships. Turrets of different types will shoot at you in their own way. Made for GMTK Game Jam 2021 in 48 hours! Controls WASD or Arrow keys to moveK or Z to make flocks convergeENTER to start playing How to play Use Arrow keys or WASD to move each flocks' center. Each turret will fly around it, so make sure to learn their behavior and compensate. Pic… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flocking Turrets!!.

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