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Looking for games like Orbital deployment? Here are top shooter recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Star Knight: Order of the Vortex, Starforge Reborn or Last Mech Standing.

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  1. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    100% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Play as a member of the Order of the Vortex, a Star Knight tasked with defending the human kingdoms from the terrors that lie within the Vortex. This rogue-lite, bullet-hell, shoot-em-up will test your skill as well as your decision making abilities. Unlockable ships and crew members, combined with a variety of ship attachments and powerful relics, allows for tons of unique builds and synergies. F… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Knight: Order of the Vortex.

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  2. You are the last salvager. Pilot your ship into hostile sectors, recover what others left behind, and fight your way back to the Forge before everything is lost. Starforge Reborn is a gritty top-down 2D action roguelite built around high-pressure combat, salvage-driven progression, permanent upgrades, and difficult risk-reward decisions. Push deeper into collapsing space, extract with your haul… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starforge Reborn.

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  3. Behemoths have invaded and flattened cities all over the world. Humanity is on the brink of extinction. You are the pilot of Crimson Slayer, the world’s largest and most powerful mech, and the last mech standing. Explore different fight styles, from pistols to melee, and unleash awesome firepower to become the ultimate defender against the monstrous threat. FEATURES: Destroy enemies using a co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Mech Standing.

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  4. Intergalactic Defenders is a retro-inspired space shooter combining fast-paced arcade action with rogue-like progression and handcrafted pixel art. If you love classic shoot 'em up (shmup) gameplay with modern upgrades and replayability, this is your next obsession. The year is 2187. Humanity's colonies are under siege. The alien Caedons have launched a merciless invasion — and you're the United … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Intergalactic Defenders.

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  5. Discord Community About the GameBecome the Starborn Survivor! The galaxy is under attack. You are the Starborn Survivor, an ancient robotic warrior, previously known as a Nova Sentinel, armed with forgotten technology, tasked with defending worlds from an alien invasion. In this debut game from our indie team, you’ll face relentless waves of enemies, uncover your mysterious origins, and upgrade… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starborn Survivor.

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  6. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    100% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Galactic Pawns is an action-packed roguelite bullet hell, where you eliminate high-profile targets across war-torn planets. Master a vast arsenal, upgrade your abilities, and adapt to ever-changing battlefields in a fight for galactic order. Galactic Pawns zooms into the deep state of the galaxy. In a universe full of pawns, chaos and hidden agendas, heroes rise from the shadows. By the order of t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Pawns.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    89% User Score Based on 108 reviews

    Play a space cowboy as he travels to an alien-filled arena, traversing the various game rooms to achieve the highest possible score and challenge the ultimate Dust and Aliens enemy! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dust and Aliens.

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  8. BECOME THE ULTIMATE WEAPONReconnaissance teams sent to the alien planet Solus have vanished without a trace. Alioth, an elite soldier enhanced with experimental implants, is sent through an interdimensional jump to uncover their fate and neutralize the threat inhabiting the planet. Armed with advanced firearms, a laser blade, powerful abilities, and a grappling hook, he must fight his way across… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Negative Edge.

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  9. Explore space in 3D. Fight in 2D. Mine the universe or die trying. Earth is dying. Resources are gone. Civilization teeters on the brink. Your mission: venture into hostile solar systems, extract gold from asteroid fields, master lost technologies, and build an army of mining and combat robots. Every run is a calculated risk, but death isn’t the end—your clone inherits all your progress. Gold … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmic Gold Rush.

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  10. 2D Top-Down game with pixel graphics in Operation : Escape, will let you survive and fight with enemy by using Melee and Range combat style to escape from this place. STORYYou are the criminals that trying to escape the police. While escaping, something took you out of the world from far away, and that's thing didn't help you. They want something from you. BATTLE AGAINST "THEM"Fighti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operation : Escape.

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  11. Customize your spaceship.  Send expeditions to find more customizations. Deploy missions into an asteroid belt and face a single, escalating wave of asteroids. Gained experience can be invested into permanent upgrades using the lab, strengthening future deployments. Wishlist on Steam P.S. the game has autosave, lab research and expeditions are part of offline progression. P.P.S. press kit in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deployed.

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  12. "Unity to Survive" is a third-person co-op shooter where up to 4 players team up to survive relentless waves of monsters. Fight through ever-intensifying stages, upgrade your weapons and abilities, and take down massive bosses with teamwork and strategy. Customize your loadout and develop your own survival style in an action-packed battlefield. ✔️ Online 4-player co-op ✔️ Endless… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unity to survive.

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  13. The Horde has consumed humanity’s last line of defense. An unknown virus has swept across the globe. Cities have fallen, and civilization has collapsed. As a newly deployed operative, you are sent to the front lines of the infected zones, armed with weapons, tactical equipment, and defensive structures to protect humanity’s final hope against endless waves of the undead. Survive the Horde … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survive the Horde.

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  14. Xalvorynthium is a fast-paced neon arcade action roguelike shooter where survival is measured in seconds, score, and split-second decisions. Pilot your ship through waves of hostile enemies, dodge overwhelming projectile patterns, collect powerful upgrades, and push deeper into escalating chaos with every run. Each attempt is a chance to survive longer, score higher, unlock more, and master the f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xalvorynthium.

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  15. SURVIVE THE GALACTIC FRONTIER Welcome to Aethelgard. You are the commander of an upgradable starship lost in a hostile, resource-rich sector of deep space. Your mission is simple: mine rare ores, trade for powerful technology, and survive the endless waves of elite alien warships hunting you down. UPGRADE YOUR ARSENAL Start with a basic vessel and transform it into an unstoppable dreadnought. Col… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aethelgard: Galactic Guardian.

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  16. Enter the Chaos of Space CombatStar Castles 2 is a fast-paced, physics-driven space combat experience where every battle spirals into overwhelming chaos. You’ll face relentless enemies, escalating threats, and procedurally generated battlefields where no two encounters are ever the same. ⚔️ Fight. Survive. Destroy.Pilot your ship through intense engagements where movement, momentum, and position… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Castles 2.

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  17.    Super Nova is a fast-paced sci-fi action game built with Unreal Engine 5, where humanity stands on the edge of             extinction In the far reaches of space, a highly advanced alien world has begun invading and destroying planets one by one, harvesting their resources and enslaving entire civilizations. Earth is their next target. To stop the invasion, three super-powered heroes rise… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Nova.

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  18. Save Earth. Survive the invasion. Rewrite humanity’s fate. Eskadrila X - Rift Protocol is our modern take on classic arcade shooters — fast, intense, and built for pure fun. You’ll pilot a high-speed recon ship through alien swarms in fully 3D environments, switching between dynamic chase and top-down views for the perfect mix of nostalgia and action. The year is 2157. Humanity’s first deep-spac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eskadrila X - Rift Protocol.

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  19. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    ⚡ Circuit OverloadCircuit Overload is a fast-paced arcade bullet-hell shooter built around precision, escalation, and pure action. You control a combat unit inside a hostile digital environment, facing endless waves of enemies and increasingly complex attack patterns. The longer you survive, the faster and more chaotic the screen becomes — pushing your reflexes, positioning, and decision-making t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Circuit Overload.

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  20. Stranded on the far reaches of the galaxy, it falls upon you and your comrades to unite and chart a course back to Earth. Encounter alien civilizations, grappling with moral quandaries and diplomatic dilemmas as you navigate the cosmos. Will you prioritize survival or uphold the principles of humanity? Engage in intense, strategic combat as you juggle power distribution between shields, weaponry,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starbridge: The Voyage Home.

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  21. The War for Tomorrow Begins in Your Hangar. Earth has fallen silent. The once-great colonies are now tombs of steel, overrun by a merciless steel legion. As a veteran combat specialist, you are thrust into the heart of the conflict—the last spark of resistance against the cold, calculating darkness. An Arsenal of Retribution. Unleash a devastating array of sci-fi weaponry. Incinerate waves … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steel Hail.

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  22. ABOUT THIS GAME Time is collapsing. The Protocol is broken. Wield devastating weapons and survive a relentless onslaught of bullets in Protocol: Bullet Hell, an intense 2D top-down roguelite shooter. Your first challenge: survive the chaotic, gun-slinging badlands of the Old West. But your fight is just beginning. SURVIVE THE ONSLAUGHT Master fast-paced, twin-stick combat. Dodge thousands of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Protocol: Bullet Hell.

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  23. Face the end in a high-intensity cinematic sci-fi shooter. Engage a colossal threat, rescue civilians, and survive relentless enemy waves in a city collapsing under the weight of the unknown. Your squad is the last line between humanity and total annihilation. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Incident X.

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    WHAT'S IN THIS DEMO Experience GAZAR's core gameplay in two specially designed demo modes that showcase the game's mechanics and how elite enemies create unique threats when working together. Story Mode: Play through the first two planets and unlock the third planet featuring a semi-boss encounter. Get an early taste of the campaign direction with a preview of the cutscene system that introduces… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GAZAR.

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  25. Stellar Shapers is a space survival game, an action roguelike with RPG elements where you use your strategy to combine design, weapons and passive skills, shaping your ship to your style, facing increasingly powerful enemies. SurvivalAs the captain of the ship, it's your duty to make your crew survive the hostile environment and enemies who want your spoils. Manage the resources necessary for y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stellar Shapers.

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  26. Versus – Classic Arcade Action, ModernizedStep into the shoes of Zed, humanity’s last hope, on a high-stakes mission through the mysterious island of Isolux. What starts as a reconnaissance operation soon escalates into relentless combat against waves of enemies and powerful bosses that will push your skills to the limit. Dynamic Arcade CombatVersus delivers fast-paced, responsive gameplay inspir… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Versus.

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  27. THIS GAME OFFERS THREE IMMERSIVE MODES: SPACHESHIPS BATTLES, TOWER DEFENSE, & FIRST-PERSON SHOOTER - 39 Levels of Spaceships battles - 10 Levels of Tower Defense - 7 Levels of Battles against AI Bosses - 3 Levels of Endless Space Battles Prepare for high-stakes Spaceship Battles where strategy meets adrenaline-pumping action. Throughout the campaign, unlock a diverse array of spac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AI.Cybercraft.

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  28. SCRAP IS SACRED.The world ended long ago. The great cities collapsed beneath endless scrapstorms, reality fractures, and anomalies beyond human understanding. What remains are scattered settlements, wandering scavengers, and the Saints — powerful survivors capable of bending technology, faith, and chaos itself into weapons. Welcome to Junkyard Saints: Scrapstorm. A fast-paced Bullet Heaven Acti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Junkyard Saints: Scrapstorm.

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  29. Saturn Acme Corp needs you operational.NERMIUS is a fast-paced roguelite bullet hell survivor set in a brutal corporate sci-fi universe. You pilot a Shell a consciousness-integrated combat unit deployed by SAC to clear hostile planets of anomalous biomass, unknown fauna, and classified threats. Survive escalating waves. Level up mid-run. Stack dozens of weapons and passives. Reach the boss. Die.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NERMIUS.

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  30. Boom Buddies is a fast-paced, fixed-position bullet hell survival game focused on pure action and replayability. You have an animal hero locked at the center of the arena while enemies rush in from all directions. Survival depends on smart choices and right upgrades. After clearing waves, you select upgrade cards that modify and enhance your weapon in powerful and sometimes unexpected ways. Eac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boom Buddies.

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  31. A Cozy and Chaotic Garden Defense Adventure. Welcome to Halliwell's Garden, a vibrant and ever-changing paradise where beauty and danger bloom side by side! Tend to your land by day: build charming cottages, plant bountiful crops, raise helpful animals, and nurture mystical flowers. But beware when the night falls, for your garden's allure attracts relentless hordes of monsters! Cultivate Y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halliwell's Garden.

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  32. The year is 2670, humanity has begun its outward colonial expansion into the stars, the HEC (Human-Earth Coalition) began setting up colonies on the Moon, Venus and Mars. upon expanding out into the Exo-Planets they began scouting Jupiter's moon of IO, where they discovered strange readings. This would lead them to discovering another space faring race known as the Pilakarr, a humanoid species tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solar Defense.

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  33. Collector's Edition Luft Gears is a dieselpunk space simulation originally built for the Game Boy! Now fully playable on Steam. This faithful port preserves every pixel, sound, and moment from the original cartridge, while adding modern comforts for PC players. Take command of your ship as a veteran pilot sent to investigate a mysterious distress signal from deep space. Manage your systems, ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luft Gears.

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  34. Story BackgroundIn the year 2313, nearly 300 years have passed since the planet was struck by the “Seed.” The Seed is a colonization weapon created by an advanced civilization. It alters the natural environment of a planet, making it hostile to humans while spawning predators designed to eradicate all life. Humanity discovered the existence of the Seed a century later—but by then it was already t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seed 2313.

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  35. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    89% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    This is a dynamic tactical character defense game in the spirit of modern tower defense but set in an urban setting around a popular blogger. Your goal is to prevent a "cancellation": build a perimeter defense, combine different types of guards and fortifications to hold back the influx of marginalized crowds, provocateurs, and aggressive fans. Barricades slow the advance, archers deal p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Melstorm game.

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

    About the game Neoteria is a classic horizontal shoot em up game (shmup). Multiple worlds, levels and aliens are waiting to be blasted. Our focus is on using your thumb like the 80’s and 90’s shooter games: The faster your thumb, the faster you shoot !! Give the controls a few minutes to get used to, they really work! Hidden worlds, different difficulty modes (un-lockable pilots) AWESOME sound tra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neoteria.

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  37. Protect the hearts known as 'these' from the approaching corruption of monsters known as 'them' with the last remaining survivors in this twisted dark fantasy realm. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to These Are Them.

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  38. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 128 reviews

    An array of diverse cluckmechs, each with its unique style, team up in bizarre and wondrous waysOver hundreds of defensive facilities, and this is just one tower defense gameplay? With over 300 different upgrade paths, tailored to players' own factions. Tower by tower, enhance by enhance, a myriad of combinations will trigger marvelous chemical reactions, offering infinite lineup possibilities! Di… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cluckmech Oasis.

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  39. 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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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    93% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Note: The game currently does not support controller operation.Swarm Sweeper is a rogue-like game where players take on the role of a trooper tasked with defending a base from relentless waves of strange creatures. Players must rely on skill, speed, and smart strategy to survive and eliminate every threat. Fight the swarm, upgrade your weapons and abilities to become even deadlier. Unlock speci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Swarm Sweeper.

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  41. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 15 reviews

            In Necromorphosis, the undead roam in an endless conquest to claim the throne of skulls and reforge the law of skulls and bones. You are a Skeleton, risen from your grave once more to challenge this never-ending civil war. Choose your bones carefully, as you grow in power, feeding on the souls of the fallen. Here, only the strongest can survive, but even if you fall, heaven is not for … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Necromorphosis.

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    80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    80% User Score Based on 293 reviews

    Explosive singleplayer action RTS with a story campaign. Hold the line against massive swarms on a fully simulated battlefield. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IDUN.

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  43. Galactic Vanguard is a retro creation that pays homage to classic 90s action shooters, with pixel art meticulously designed to transport players back to the golden age of arcade gaming. As a lone warrior, armed with powerful weapons, you'll battle through harsh environments and face countless enemies in life-or-death struggles. The level designs are filled with challenges, ranging from icy mountai… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Vanguard.

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  44. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    59% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    Pirate Patrol is a strategy -and tactics- driven science fiction space combat game with deep RPG elements, set in the lawless regions of space. Players take command of a powerful capital ship and fight to survive against enemy fleets, autonomous warships, and constantly evolving threats. The game blends real-time space battles with procedurally generated missions, enemies, and systems, ensuring… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pirate Patrol.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    81% User Score Based on 302 reviews

    Stellar Initiative is a roguelike tower defense game where you land on the planet and use your orbit ship to deliver buildings and support you with fire. Features: Choose next mission: scout for new opportunities, mine more resources, discover rare artefacts, defend the position or prepare to fight the boss! Order buildings: turret to hold the position, walls to stop enemy waves, generators… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stellar Initiative.

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  46. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    100% User Score Based on 32 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Curved Space is an intense arcade shooter about battling cosmic energy spiders across warped, physics-defying battlefields. Space stations and asteroids curve and loop around themselves. Up? Down? Who needs those when you’ve got a spaceship, guns and swarms of bugs to blast? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Curved Space.

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  47. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Starlight: Defence Command is a Tower Defence game designed for the PC that is tough and more in-depth than those gone before. With the ability to configure towers in billions of possible combinations, unlockable perks and fine tuning through target priorities, players are given powerful tools to complete the galaxy-spanning, story-driven campaign. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starlight: Defence Command.

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  48. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    86% User Score Based on 142 reviews

    "Taking up arms solo or with a friend, you must dance with death in a brutal and addictive arcade platformer shooter inspired by Super Crate Box and stuffed to the brim with unlockables. Fight through rapid fire single screen levels each with a random combination of platform layout, objective, vending machines and enemies. Dodge and weave amongst the aliens to stay alive but don’t leave them stan… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Mutant Alien Assault.

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  49. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    89% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    Terrene is a pixel art space adventure game where you explore procedurally generated planets, fight enemy swarms, and craft unique weapons and tools. The game features a variety of gameplay mechanics, including exploration, crafting, mining, story, couch co-op, ship flight, and more. In Terrene, you will: Explore near endless procedurally generated planets, each with unique biomes. Fight enemy … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Terrene - An evidence of life game.

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  50. Electronic World Z is a 2D Challenging Platform game based on the story of a Robot called DGIN TV whose mission is to collect all of the Electronic components required to reinstate the Giant Power Generator device in "Z" Power Station. It all started when the Giant Power Generator suddenly stopped working because of the damaged electronic components. It resulted in a power outage in some parts of … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Electronic World Z.

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