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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    99% User Score Based on 98 reviews

    Berry is a short orthogonal 3D platformer about a tiny, blue spider. Gain new abilities, weave through projectiles, collect and purchase a variety of items, and combat various bosses in this tiny metroidvania adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Berry.

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

    Our game was honored as the winner of the game jam for being the best game.CONTROLS: MOVEMENT:  W A S DDASH: SPACEPARRY: LEFT MOUSE CLICKUI INTERACT: LEFT MOUSE CLICK SUMMARY: Mind's Resonance is an action video game created during the Great CITM Game Jam, where the main theme of the games was Echo, along with some sub-themes such as Perspective, Reality Distortion, Parallel World, Metamorphosis a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mind's Resonance.

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  3. Overview For the AI & Games Game Jam 2021 our Team created the game aligning with the Theme "Breaking The Rules".  Unfortunatley, our AI and some other game bits broke 3 hours before deadline in a way we did not want it to break. We were able to patch it up, but had to disable the AI, so imagine the guards searching and hunting you when they see you. We will continue to work on the issue and updat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hack 'n' Go.

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  4. What Is Project Berserk? Project Berserk is an over-the-top 2D fighting game designed to shake up the fighting game formula through unique game modes and concepts! Fighters have two meters: Health and Vigor! Hit the opponent to drain Health! Vigor is drained when blocking attacks. Lose all of it to enter Enervated, where the Fighter takes more damage for a period of time. If you lose your Health … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Berserk.

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  5. 10%Game Brain Score
    10% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    This game was made under 72 hours as a part of MiniGameJam 54 : Memories  Welcome to  Vivid™ Memories Recovery Test, By doing these few simple test Vivid™ will recover your lost memories, It wil even dispose your body after it's done store it in a Quantum Disk Drive, How™ Convenient™ is that. Vivid™ An Artificial Intelligence designed by ALTER™  INC, used to recover memories of a crime suspect wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vivid™ Memories Recovery Test.

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

    Survival is Key! With our latest innovation is space suit development, we can ensure your continued safety no matter where you travel in the universe. Worried about your water and oxygen levels? Tracked and maintained constantly. Current position in relation to galactic co-ordinates? Monitored and displayed in your visor. The current temperature and humidity in your surroundings? Not a problem. Al… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SEMU.

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  7. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    Play as the boy named HERO in this thrilling anime-inspired Beat Em Up game. beat everyone in the school and save your beloved girlfriend! this game have everything! nice story, cool anime style cutscenes, and a lot of punches and kicks!! STORYAs the new kid in school, you find yourself entangled in a web of dark conspiracies when a malevolent group kidnaps your beloved girlfriend. Armed with m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to School Hero.

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  8. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    80% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Sword Tale: Lost Excalibur is a third-person action-adventure game that blends sword-based combat with an emotional journey through a war-torn fantasy world. As a lone warrior, you cross paths with a mysterious girl who holds the key to an ancient secret—and you must protect her at all costs from the relentless knights who hunt her down. Explore ruined castles, dense forests, and forgotten batt… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sword Tale : Lost Excalibur.

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  9. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability
    93% User Score Based on 2,874 reviews

    Play the OFFICIAL Alex Jones video game! Save the world from the evil globalists’ plot to turn everyone into bug-eating pod-dwelling libtards! STAY TUNED FOR FUTURE BONUS LEVELS AND CHARACTERS. Classic Run-and-Gun Gameplay: Enjoy fast-paced action, intricate animations, and detailed environments as you blast your way through waves of enemies. Unique Levels: Battle in various environments like se… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alex Jones NWO Wars.

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  10. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    98% User Score Based on 89 reviews

    Creepy Tale is a mysterious quest rich in riddles and eerie atmosphere. An autumn morning promised a quiet fishing trip, but events took our hero to "some other place." Find the way home, uncover loads of secrets, and save everyone that you can. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Creepy Tale: Some Other Place.

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  11. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    57% User Score Based on 201 reviews

    Embark on an epic adventure to save the lands. Form a party by selecting 4 different adventurers from a pool of over 12 unique classes. Battle your way through the cursed lands scaling the highest mountains and exploring the darkest dungeons. Face more than 30 unique challenging bosses in order to reach the capital of the kingdom. Trade and interact with other travelers, influence their fate and d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unforgiving Trials: The Darkest Crusade.

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  12. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    57% User Score Based on 55 reviews

    Have a great Grinchy time trying to steal Christmas in this festive platformer – and help the Grinch’s small heart grow a few sizes bigger along the way! Every Who down in Who-ville loves to sing, gift and feast, which are all of the things Grinch can’t stand in the least. So, help the Grinch and his dog Max set out to steal all the presents in Who-ville. You’ll have to be sneaky to avoid the b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Grinch: Christmas Adventures.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    90% User Score Based on 5,261 reviews
    Critic Score 83%Based on 34 reviews

    Pyre is a party-based RPG in which you lead a band of exiles to freedom through ancient competitions spread across a vast, mystical purgatory. Who shall return to glory, and who shall remain in exile to the end of their days? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pyre.

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  16. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    67% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    Songs of Skydale is an action RPG game with charming pixel art. Explore the Kingdom of Skydale, make quests, level up your character and fight against various enemies! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Songs of Skydale.

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  17. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    100% User Score Based on 42 reviews
    Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

    When a fugitive wizard meets a forest slug, a strange friendship is born. Together they traverse an oddball fantasy world, unraveling the mystery surrounding an ancient curse. Play as the fastest, most agile slug in video game history together with your spellcasting wizard companion. It's a team-up you never knew you wanted. Strong focus on humor, character interactions and story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wizard and The Slug.

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  18. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    71% User Score Based on 218 reviews
    Critic Score 56%Based on 9 reviews

    Occurring during the events of RWBY Volume 7, players will take control of Team RWBY and switch between them on the fly in solo or multiplayer action (local or online) as they use their trademark weapons and semblances to stop a mysterious new threat in this side-scrolling, 2D adventure. As players explore Atlas, Mantle, and numerous surrounding environments, they will face off against the Creatu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RWBY: Arrowfell.

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  20. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    38% User Score Based on 39 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 2 reviews

    The Forest Cathedral is a first-person psychological thriller set on a remote island. Playing as scientist Rachel Carson, players will slowly uncover the effects of DDT by using advanced environmental technology to solve 2D/3D connected puzzles in this dramatic retelling of Silent Spring. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Forest Cathedral.

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  21. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    74% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    Chase Guindilla to retrieve your beloved Cattus! Jump, dash, and hook around in this 2.5D platformer. Discover different levels, fight enemies, ride minecarts and meet the bizarre neighbors of Sofrito Town. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jacktus Green: The Fluffy, the Spiky and the Spicy.

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  22. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 4,318 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 13 reviews

    The Fall is a side-scrolling adventure game with platforming and combat elements. Your character is an AI controlling a combat suit whose occupant is unresponsive and presumably dead or seriously injured. You have crash landed on an unknown planet for unknown reasons and must seek medical attention for your 'pilot'. The bulk of the gameplay resolves around completing a series of object-matching p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Fall.

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  23. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 3,267 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 19 reviews

    Wandersong takes you on a whimsical, musical journey across the globe. Eons ago, the goddess Eya put the universe into motion with her music--now, as she does every epoch or so, she's going to sing a new song and reset existence. You play as a lowly bard tasked with finding the pieces of a mysterious melody called the Earthsong, which is said to be able to preserve the planet. Use your singing to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wandersong.

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  24. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 916 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 6 reviews

    Continue ARID's journey of self discovery as she's thrust into a challenging and bizarre adventure that will test your wits as a player. The Fall Part 2: Unbound will put you in perspectives that you haven't seen before in a game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Fall Part 2: Unbound.

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  25. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    It's convention season down at FANDOMINION! Do YOU have what it takes to prove that your fandom is the best? Punch, kick, and compete to prove your dominance! Hog the spotlight, budge into a photo frame, dodge massive laser blasts, and more! Cosplay as one of 4 different characters and duke it out across 5 different venues! Contest for the most amount of points before time's up in Domini… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fandominion.

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  26. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    This unique fast-paced action-puzzle arcade-clipper will have you play as Astrid, mother of her child, as many mothers are. Joined by a talking lawnmower she journeys to find her lost husband, truth and some lawns to mow. (Scroll down for free download) Our bullet points 12 unique and individually decorated levels with 3 different themes (whereof only one is shown in the screenshots)3 types of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lawnmother.

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  27. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    77% User Score Based on 99 reviews

    Distancing is a social distancing game where you are going to a party, but on the way you need to try and keep the social distancing. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Distancing.

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  28. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    83% User Score Based on 223 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 10 reviews

    In Between is an atmospheric, award-winning platformer where you solve mind-bending puzzles by manipulating your surroundings and gravity itself. Be invited to reflect on life while getting to know the story of the dying protagonist and his inevitable struggle for existence. Dive into the atmosphere of a dense, hand painted game while exploring the reason why you are here. Welcome to a world In Be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to In Between.

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  29. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    70% User Score Based on 50 reviews

    The Anointed: David Saves Keilah is a single player, 3rd person action/adventure game. As David, the player can run, climb, scale walls, swing from ropes and ride a horse on the journey through ancient Judah - using Stealth, Combat and Strategy to fulfill God's plan and save the people of Keilah from the Philistines. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Anointed: David Saves Keilah.

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  30. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    74% User Score Based on 156 reviews

    City of Chains is a dark sci-fi RPG set in a dystopian city. Take control of a small group of escaped fugitives and lead them to their freedom. Decide whether to fight head on or to avoid combat, to help others or to go your own way, to show mercy or to kill. Your actions could affect the fate of the city. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to City of Chains.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a roomba on a spaceship? Look no further than DOOMBA! DOOMBA is a sci-fi cleaning simulator adventure made in Unreal Engine 5. Your job? Clean the infected cargo ship and eliminate the source of the infection. Led along by the snarky ship AI, you'll pick up tools and upgrades along the way. Just be careful- In space, no one can hear you clea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Doomba.

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  32. ABOUT THIS GAME Tsukiyo: Battle Doll is a handcrafted 2D Japanese steampunk pixel-art action platformer, blending brutal hack’n slash combat, gore-heavy encounters, and a deadly, skill-based combo system. Each fight is a violent ballet of speed, precision, and blood—merging classic platforming with relentless action. You play as Tsukiyo, an Angel of Death forged by the very system she enforces.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tsukiyo: Battle Doll.

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  33. wasd, up down left right, or controller! If using a keyboard setup, use ijkl to control the camera, and space to jumpGitHub Repo: https://github.com/Sean-ORourke/An-Attempt-To-FlyIt’s difficult to navigate a forest not made for Yu. Since freshman year of college, I planned to make a game that would delve into flying mechanics in platforming, while also speaking to personal themes via the frami… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to An Attempt To Fly.

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  34. Overview: You’ve just woken up to find your space station drifting dangerously close to a wandering star, and it’s up to you (and your ability to scale objects with your mind) to navigate through weight puzzles, zero-G challenges, and some not-so-ordinary obstacles. Can you leap your way to safety and escape before time runs out? Hop to it! This game was made in less than 96 hours by a solo deve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toadally Spaced.

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  35. About Trailer: Watch the battle unfold! A multiplayer extraction battle royale where ships clash, crews board, and only the bold make it home alive. Take command of a steampunk walking warship in this 2–4 player online battle royale. Crew up, customize your ship, and fight rival crews in chaotic free-for-all battles. Only one crew can survive with the prize — will it be y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Perfect Arc.

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    49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    82% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Brinkmanship is a first-person sci-fi mystery about a colony ship that has secretly changed course. The ship has 30,000 people on it and has been traveling for 20 years, your entire life. Now the future you’ve been promised is slipping away. The player must investigate the ship to find out what’s going on and confront the ship’s captain to get it back on track. Brinkmanship emphasizes conversation… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brinkmanship.

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  37. 55%Game Brain Score
    55% User Score Based on 9 reviews

    Post-jam update! Thank you to everyone who played our game during Doki Jam! Now that the jam is officially over, we've got a big update to flesh out the game a little as well as add a bit of bonus content to unlock. We've completely overhauled the aiming system with a new UI, better sensitivity response, and a smoother laser at extreme sensitivities. It should now be much easier to get some real… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Bullet Dokibird.

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  38. -OVERVIEW Kyle Oliver was unknowingly working for a mad scientist named Dr. Archive. Miles Acceller warned Kyle about Dr. Archive. Kyle was at first naive towards Dr. Archive's goal of world domination. However, when working on a chip, he saw the potential for destruction with the chip.  Kyle confronted Archive and tried to shut down his project. However, he was fired and Archive attempted roboti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blue The Lost One.

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  39. Crystal Cave is a labor of love from three passionate developers, designed to immerse you in a magical world that will linger in your heart long after you’ve finished playing. Darkness has fallen over a once-prosperous kingdom, defeating its only protector — Princess Ailina. It’s up to you to step in and rescue the princess from her dark chains. To do so, you must overcome trials to obtain the ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystal Cave.

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  40. Overview: You’ve just woken up to find your space station drifting dangerously close to a wandering star, and it’s up to you (and your ability to scale objects with your mind) to navigate through weight puzzles, zero-G challenges, and some not-so-ordinary obstacles. Can you leap your way to safety and escape before time runs out? Hop to it! This game was made in less than 96 hours by a solo deve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toadally Spaced.

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  41. First of all sorry for my English, I will try to avoid mistakes, but I do not promise that they will not be. Preamble.I want to share with you mobile game and a little description developing.About me - I am a Java developer and last time I noticed that my job doesn't satisfy me, work has become a routine. That's why I decided to take a break and try a different programming area - mobile gamedev. A… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pencil Dash.

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  42. Ruins in Time is an left to right platformer game where you travel through the mysterious land in which your are thrusted into in order to find out the truth behind the disaster that looms in front of you. Travel across the realm fighting enemies, and collecting artifacts in order to end the ongoing disaster once and for all. Controls: W - Jump A - Move Left D - Move Right Left-Click - Dash Attac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ruins in Time.

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  43. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    100% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    The classic, weirdly-popular coffee break 2010 Flash game about clones cloning clones, now with a native desktop build! Join the more than 20 million players who hate cherries, and master 25 bite-sized precision platforming puzzles. The original experience has been preserved as closely as possible, with a few upgrades: Massively improved native performance! Full controller support. Maybe to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Enough Plumbers.

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  44. NOTE: We recommend the Download windows version.   The download version has complete sound experience.  The web version isn't completely devoid of music, but whole ambient tracks don't play. Goodnight Grandma's House is a small story and walking sim.  You play as Rohen, a busy music masters student, who is unexpectedly headed to his Grandma's place to finish clearing it out for sale. As he grumble… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Goodnight, Grandma's House.

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  45. Imperium is a 2D Lo-fi, Sci-fi Puzzle Adventure game set in a dystopian future where you take on the role of BS-23, a former scientist of the condemned scientific organisation known as The Betterment. Imprisoned due to their involvement with the original Betterment, BS-23 is sent out onto dangerous missions alone and unarmed with the objective to obtain vital data at the behest of the Galactic Cou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Imperium.

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  46. 44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    44% User Score Based on 6 reviews
    Critic Score 64%Based on 4 reviews

    Gematombe is an action-puzzle-vs-game where you can play one-on-one matches against your friends or the computer. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gematombe.

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  47. Pondus Hydrogenii The first video game I ever developed! Made with a team back in 2013 when I was in junior high school for the Washington Technology Student Association  (TSA, not the airport one) Team Game Design Competition. We won 2nd place in-state, which honestly was amazing since the development for that competition was a total disaster I won't get into here. In the end, this game, the one … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pondus Hydrogenii.

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    38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    64% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    "Follow The Cat" is a single-player first-person physics-based puzzler. You make your path through story, manipulating shapes and solving physics-based challenges set in visually designed places. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Follow The Cat.

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  49. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Shredded Secrets is a story-based platformer that lets you step into the lives of four people at a middle school - Isabella, Taylor, London and Oakley. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shredded Secrets.

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  50. Escape Room VR: Inner Voices is a first-person surreal, adventure game with horror and rogue-like elements. You will gradually make your way through the story by solving puzzles with different levels of complexity. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape Room VR: Inner Voices.

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