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Looking for games like Paper Trails? Here are top platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Croak / Anole, Camouflage or Noir Syndrome.

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  1. Croak / Anole! All controls are via the mouse or touch-tap (we ran out of time!). Make your way across the pond. Battle enemies to collect flies. Spend flies at the shop or heal. How to Battle  Eliminate red (enemy) discs by knocking them off the battle board  Select a disc and place somewhere in the bottom (red highlighted section)  Fire placed disc by clicking in the intended direction awa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Croak / Anole.

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  2. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    Description **This Game is Free** Camouflage is a Mystery RPG  with the main objective to solve a mystery 'Case.' You are a police officer who seeks evidence to reveal the suspect. The game revolves around the residence of the Ellios' family where an old man was suspected to get lost and never be found. The couple who owns the house was missing with their son. There was no evidence that t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Camouflage.

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    64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    64% User Score Based on 256 reviews

    Noir Syndrome is a procedurally generated Detective Murder-Mystery with a new story every time! Featuring slick pixel art animations and a jazzy soundtrack, the player is thrown right in to a highly stylized vision of film noir. Visit locations, interrogate suspects, search for clues, and eventually solve the case before the killer escapes - or you wind up dead yourself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noir Syndrome.

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    76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    78% User Score Based on 196 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

    When a washed-up actor hangs himself on location, a spotlight is cast on the backwater Florida town of Cypress Knee. Your screen becomes a stage on which you investigate this mysterious death as three distinct characters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Knee Deep.

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  5. 96%Game Brain Score
    96% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    Please note: Autosaving does not work by default on itch.io due to browser limitations!To save progress, please enable third-party cookies in your browser, or play the game at cocoamoss.com or ddrkirby.com instead.Nyamo's Adventure v1.1.2by DDRKirby(ISQ) and Kat JiaReleased under the Cocoa Moss label Please be patient as the game loads! You may have to click to give it focus.Soundtrack download Ny… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nyamo's Adventure.

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  6. ***PLEASE READ!***RECOMMENDATIONS FROM DEV!***  Hey everybody! The game is in a pretty rough state as I rushed to meet the deadline. I highly recommend using debug functions I left in this build to make your playthrough smoother. At the start I recommend pressing '3' a bunch of times to keep adding to your 'Kronos' count. Then wait for the shop to open once the countdown reaches halfway (Yes! ther… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Blade of Time's Eternal Penguin Warrior: A Quest to Unleash the Full Potential of Time Wielding the Sword of Destiny.

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  7. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability
    72% User Score Based on 275 reviews

    Fans of challenging platformers will love this Steampunk remake of traditional runners! Guardians of Victoria features chase mechanics, upgrades, training, and 3 unique playable characters across Victoria's sky city, who's story will be changed forever! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guardians of Victoria.

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  8. The airline website is frustrating, but Proppy is here to help! New in version 3.1 Post-jam Quality of Life Update Aug 20: Option to abandon run, in pause button menu Graphic inventory to track your unlocks A few small bugfixes New in Trijam 333 Part 3 Aug 17: Collect different endings to unlock food items.Unlock the ability to make a sandwich using your collected items.There are current… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Way Ticket.

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  9. The world of Riverside has gotten into a bit of a scramble, help out by rotating the river beds back into place and power up the watermills.  Content: Rules and GoalsControlsGame JamKnown BugsFuture FeaturesCredits and Inspirations 1. Rules and Goals Spin the tiles to create a singular connected network of rivers with no open ends. Tiles connected to the mountain spring water source in the c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Riverside.

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  10. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Neuro has a murder mystery to solve! Can you find out who or what stands behind the case? Made in 72 hours for the second birthday of the AI Vtuber Neuro-sama. The theme is: Remnants of the Past. If you notice slowdowns with the web version, or audio issues (especially music-related), try the downloadable versions. Tutorial: This is a point-and-click adventure game. Click with the left mouse but… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Branching Paths.

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  11. 42%Game Brain Score
    42% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    A lightly-narrative platformer made with Pocket Platformer. A bit of a downer. ESTIMATED PLAYTIME:  10-20 minutes (or a 5-ish  speedrun). CONTROLS: Move with left/right arrows. Jump with C or up arrow. WASD is also OK I think. Made for both the Pretentious Jam and the Pocket Platformer Jam #3. TOOLS USED: Pocket Platformer (by the_l0bster) is responsible for the much of the cor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pyrrhos.

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  12. 90%Game Brain Score
    90% User Score Based on 107 reviews

    Post-Jam Update: Thank you so much to everyone who has played and rated Descriptionary! A quick update from us: the game is now playable in browser! Descriptionary is best enjoyed with Hardware Acceleration On in browser settings, so if your game is lagging a little that might just fix it!  We're so grateful for all the support the GMTK community has given us, it's absolutely unreal to see our gam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Descriptionary.

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  13. FURIDAY NIGHT FUNKIN ft. The Whiskateers (SKINS Demo) -=-Short Description-=- An FNF skin Mod that is based from The team Whiskateers - would we continue working on it? maybe! no promises, don't bet on it.  Are you ready? -=-Controls-=- If you had played Friday Night funkin before, you should know the controls but in case you haven't (for some reason lol) press the arrow keys (Or WASD) on the ri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Furiday Night Funkin' FT.Whiskateers (PLAYABLE SKINS CONTENT).

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  14. 30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Controls Left arrow, Right arrow.  Game will explain as you go.  Fumbling is part of the experience. NOTE: If the controls don't work, click on the game once to give it focus.  HTML5 can be finicky like that. Updates Version 03Alien shooting mode active!  Defend the other half of earth as well in a new laser aiming mini game.  This makes the game a bit less tedious to play.New Heavy rocks, these a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EODS EARTH ORBITAL DEFENSE SYSTEM.

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  15. 63%Game Brain Score
    63% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    CREATED FOR GAME BOY SHOWDOWN 2023 Thank you so much to everyone who rated my game and to everyone who left helpful feedback! I never would have expected to reach 3rd place in my first game jam. I plan to keep developing this game further (more details below). For now I have prepared a small update with minor bug fixes and a playable lockout screen for DMG users. So do not expect new content compa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Friendly Little Island.

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  16. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    95% User Score Based on 60 reviews

    -----Game Features------ - Papercut style art pieces - Nature-themed - Background music that matches the art - Simple controls - Immersive puzzle experience ------------------------ If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Puzzle Art Gallery - Nature.

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  17. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    76% User Score Based on 55 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 2 reviews

    Thy Creature is a dark fantasy story adventure game. Experience the fascinating story with a variety of mazes, fun shoot-'em-up style, infatuating dark-fantasy. This is based on the work of Mary Shelley's novel "Frankenstein: Or the Modern Prometheus". If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thy Creature.

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  18. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    64% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Join Abby Marlon to solve the riddles in this captivating mystery and hidden object game. If you enjoy playing detective games, Marlon's Mystery will test your skills as an investigator. Embark on an enigmatic adventure and discover the darkest secrets of the Taylor family. Abby Marlon and Jared Evans are recruited by the Taylor family to investigate a murder case: the youngest daughter, Eleanor,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Marlon’s Mystery: The darkside of crime.

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    28%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    28% User Score Based on 139 reviews

    Defend Earth and play as the Natives, or fight for Earth's rival planet - Drumgore - and their unrelenting dictator: Lord Anna. Experience combat on both planets! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wrath of Anna.

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  20. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    52% User Score Based on 1,340 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 13 reviews

    L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files for HTC Vive delivers seven of the original engrossing, self-contained cases from L.A. Noire rebuilt specifically for virtual reality, blending breathtaking action with true detective work to deliver an unprecedented interactive experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to L.A. Noire: The VR Case Files.

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  21. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, gameplay
    78% User Score Based on 51 reviews

    Deep Night Detective, the monochromatic mystery metroidvania! Created by Wilson Taylor with music by Lewmoth! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Night Detective: Chapter One.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    65% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    It's going to rain for a while. Rainyday is a gritty and atmospheric, top-down, old school detective adventure about human trafficking inspired by Sierra's classics and 1990s masterpieces like Dreamweb, Harvester, Bloodnet etc. Take the role of John Rainy. An ageing, tired and depressed NOPD detective investigating strange child disappearances in the city of New Orleans. Jump in and descent int… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rainyday.

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  23. Controls: Movement:WASD or Arrow KeysScanning:Alt / Option KeysAbilities / Skills:1-4 number keys as seen below the icon Game Jam Submission for Pirate Software - Game Jam 16 Updated Edition: Hot Vengeance - Post Game Jam Ed. Theme You Are The Weapon This theme can be expressed in a number of different ways. Maybe you are cursed and become a weapon that other characters have to wield. Maybe … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hot Vengeance - Game Jam Ed..

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  24. 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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  25. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    ABOUT Ever wanted to explore an endless maze infested with the forces of evil? Then enter THE BACKROOMS. This is my take on the creepy pasta using Doom like textures! A survival horror maze runner adventure game, it draws inspiration from Doom, Wolfenstein and of course Backrooms. STORY You awaken from a slumber, disoriented, in a vast, dimly lit expanse of fluorescent-lit yellowish rooms tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Backrooms.

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  26. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    For better experience, play in FULLSCREEN and with HEADSETS. About: Final Case is a short first-person psychological mystery set in a secluded house. You play as a detective investigating a cold case murder - a case that may be more personal than you realize. Once inside, the house locks itself, and the deeper you dig for answers, the more disturbing the truth becomes. Is this just a house wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Final Case.

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  27. 59%Game Brain Score
    59% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    A PICO-8 sports game starring Jelpi! Play solo or together in a mashup of tennis, volleyball, squash, and wallball where the only rule is: two bounces on one side is a point for the other. Controls: The controls should all be in the game, but for those who aren't familiar with PICO-8: ESDF is used for player 2 instead of WASD so it works on many international keyboards as well as QWERTY. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PICO-BALL.

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

    What the LINGO? is a fangame of a quirky piece of media known as LINGO (the game, not the show) released for its third birthday that aims to bring mechanics from the original in an abstract 2D environment and focus all about the puzzles! If you've played LINGO before, you might have been like me and felt like the word puzzles were what you enjoyed the most from the game and weren't particularly fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to What the LINGO?.

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  29. *web version plays best on Firefox* This game was made for IndieCade's Jamming the Curve.  Controls  Arrow keys or WASD keys to move, shift to runE to interact when nearby an interactable objectMouse click and spacebar for dialogue actions Synopsis You live on an alien planet, in a town that is essentially a series of bubbles. The one scientist/doctor on the planet needs your help to get this new … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outbreak in Space.

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  30. Gyob needs help. He is in need of treats, but the only ones he can collect are trapped in several hot rooms that will only get hotter. On top of that, Gyob will also have to deal with a number of critters and other obstacles, making this a challenging task. This is a submission for Mini Jam #162 that features heat as a theme and requires a button do two separate things in the game (which is why … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hot Treats!.

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  31. An entry to the Lost Cartridge Jam Controls WASD / Arrows to move. J to punch, K to block, L to shoot. Space / Enter to interact with speech bubbles / menus / etc.Esc to pause Known Serious Issues The game will stop responding to inputs if the element displaying it loses focus. This sucks and can only be fixed by reloading the page (at least in Firefox)The game takes some time to load in the ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project DISARRAY.

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  32. IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ This game is still in development. If you have played this game and come across any bugs or gameplay issues please comment on the Bugs & Gameplay Issues Development log. Link down below.(Only for the latest version which is now 13). Other issues i have previously posted on such should now be fixed and as such i have removed them from the Devlog. https://dannysmashchamp.itch… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Legend Of Zelda - Press Enter.

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  33. Have you ever wondered what would happen if you crossed a Pokémon (RPG) style game with Overcooked (Cooking), of course you haven't but we did it anyway. Prepare to see why these genres combined make a confusing game with far too many systems to build and Art to draw in 72 hours. Changelog (Post Jam Bug Fixes) V1.01 - Hotfix (WebGL build only): Fixed the Web Build requiring the F1 Key to work as t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Culinary Creature Combat.

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  34. Welcome to Tanks Assemble - the top-down RTS where armchair general meets armchair designer! Choose from a variety of engines, hulls, and turrets to customize your army to your heart's content. Control all buildings on the map to win! Controls WASD or Arrow Keys - move camera Mouse Wheel - zoom in/out Left-Click Drag - select units Right Click - command selected units to move Q - toggle show/hide … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tanks, Assemble!.

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  35. 68%Game Brain Score
    68% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Climb deeper and deeper into the clouds using your tongue as a grappling hook, and find the only thing that can help you achieve your dreams! Grapple Tongue is a platformer game made for Ludum Dare 48 by Mors with music and sound effects by CosmicGem. The controls for the game are WASD/Arrow keys to move, Left Mouse Button/SPACE to lick, and R to restart from the last checkpoint. You can switch be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grapple Tongue.

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  36. FLOODLIGHT is a top-down exploration-game set in a ruined research facility.  Unfortunately, the facility is pretty much all out of power - you must START WITH NOTHING on the screen.  By controlling two characters at once - a mother and a son - you must navigate this facility, acquiring the four keys required to activate the lift and move on to the next floor. From a control room, the son is able… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FLOODLIGHT.

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  37. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    69% User Score Based on 154 reviews

    Step into the wild and war-torn realm of Eldenwood, a land gripped by tyranny, temptation, and ancient power. In DragonStone Revenge, you play as Myranda, a fierce and cunning warrior maiden with a mysterious past and a blade sharpened by vengeance. Raised in the shadows of King’s Landing and exiled by betrayal, Myranda returns to a fractured world—one ruled by corrupt nobles, dark rituals, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DragonStone Revenge.

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  38. Towering Competition:After some very unlikely course of events happened (it's not like there would be spoilers, there just isn't in-depth lore yet), the world became a barren wasteland (save for a few big cities where most of the population now lives). The entertainment industry was at its all-time low, that was until Towering Competition became a thing. The idea is simple: select two commanders (… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Towering Competition.

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  39. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    71% User Score Based on 41 reviews

    Venture aboard humanity’s first and final generation ship, a desperate expedition teetering on the rim of collapse. You are the Caretaker- you must make the most of finite supplies and rally the remaining survivors to restore a sustainable society. Adapt to the strange ecological entity propagating on board, or succumb to ruin. It’s going to be a long journey, but no two journeys will be the same…… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Generation Exile.

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  41. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    74% User Score Based on 23 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 8 reviews

    Set in 1970s southern France, you play a rookie private eye tasked to dig out the secrets of a stubborn old man. Think on your feet while you follow your leads : ask questions to witnesses, detect their lies, hypothesize why and finally confront the silent ones running from their past. A STRANGE REQUEST You are entrusted with the peculiar case of Victor Dousvalon. This old history professor is kn… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chronique des Silencieux.

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    60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    60% User Score Based on 88 reviews

    Dive into horror in Entities. Solo or up to 4-player matches offer dynamic puzzles and relentless entities hunting you. Investigate, unlock paths, and survive in lawless zones as a private operator. Tools, teamwork, and terror await. Uncover chilling truths. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Entities.

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  43. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    81% User Score Based on 168 reviews

    Need more stress in your life? Meet Laura Silver, a paranoid and insomniac detective tasked with researching Slavic mythology. Do you know anything about the Vodnik? Neither does she. Unfortunately, her incompetence won't be your biggest problem in Czechoslovakia. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Misadventures of Laura Silver.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    70% User Score Based on 668 reviews

    Flesh Eaters is retro style single player RTS zombie survival game with resource gathering and crafting. Zombies are everywhere! You must gather resources to build barricades, upgrade weapons and armour and explore the city under the siege of the dead If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flesh Eaters.

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  46. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    54% User Score Based on 276 reviews

    In POLICE TACTICS: IMPERIO you start your career as an aspiring police chief in Newport Falls, a city that is dirty and corrupt to its core. You are responsible for upholding law and order. Coordinate the emergency vehicles and personnel of the municipal precinct and put a stop to crime. Make sure that no crime goes unpunished and convict the perpetrators! You are the first line of defense in the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Police Tactics: Imperio.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    69% User Score Based on 324 reviews

    On a cold November night in a desolate estate deep in the mountains an innocent life has prematurely perished and its up to the player to find out who did it. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Detective's Novel.

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    43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:stability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    43% User Score Based on 60 reviews

    "It is inevitable that man will one day live among the stars" Inevitability is a game where you can build a space empire! Collect materials to craft parts and build your very own fleet of starships and stations block by block. Manage relations with eight factions spanning four alien races. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Inevitability.

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