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Looking for games like Payload? Here are top tactical puzzle recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Solaris Rift, Thereafter or Brain Break.

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    57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Solaris Rift is a roguelike card game featuring variable encounters, sci-fi narrative, and strategic gameplay. Face off against the terrifying storm drones of the Satex Army, the saboteurs of the gang known as the RogueStars, and the venomous vinelings of the Queen of Thorns. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Solaris Rift.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    74% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    You play as a stray black cat, abandoned in a dark alleyway. Your goal is to find and untangle the mysteries of several lost spirits in order to fulfill their journey into the afterlife. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thereafter.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 200 reviews

    Brain Break is a minimalistic but not simple puzzle game. The object of the game is to move all the cubes to their positions of their color. It's not as easy as it sounds! The player can push one cube at a time, but not pull it. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brain Break.

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  4. In this challenging puzzle game, you will be the guide of a swarm of up to 4 groups of bees. Your goal will be to collect pollen from the flowers and take it safe and sound to the honeycomb, facing different obstacles on the way. Control each group with the number keys and direct their movements with the directional arrows. Plan carefully and coordinate your swarm's movements to avoid dangers and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bee careful!.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    83% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    VolleySmash is a fast-paced 3D volleyball game that delivers intense and fun matches for players of all skill levels. Whether you're a looking for casual gaming or competitive, playing alone or with friends. VolleySmash was designed with two main goals in mind, simple and fun! Features-Fast-paced 3D volleyball action -Single-player / Local multiplayer for up to 6 players -Easy-to-learn controls … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VolleySmash.

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    18%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    25% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    You have one job: BLOW UP THE SUN. A game perfect for parkour/shooter fans, speedrunners, and those looking for an extra challenging experience! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SOLAR CAGE.

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    50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization
    76% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Zeitghast is a fast-paced, action-packed sidescrolling Platformer-Shooter in which you navigate a technologically enhanced prehistoric world. Take on the role of a Zeitghast--A magical time spirit tasked with protecting the timeline, and stop the evil Dr. Antag O’Neste as he travels back in time to take credit for every invention that ever existed.Race Through a Variety of Unique Stages!Traverse a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zeitghast.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    86% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    Overview This is a puzzle game where you create couples. Place panels with various effects on a 3x3 grid and help two people in love meet. You can freely choose the combination of couples, such as male-female, male-male, or female-female. Strong Puzzle Elements We have prepared a total of 76 levels, ranging from easy to difficult. Each level has a specific number of characters, their arrangem… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Couple Maker.

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    80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    86% User Score Based on 44 reviews

    Synch is a free, turn-based strategy game. Choose your perfect team of bots to take down the evil boss bot and his floating flunkies! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SYNCH.

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  10. Divine Combat is a turn-based strategy game wherein you lead a team to victory against another team. Each team is led by a "Divine", or a being of immense power. Your goal is to win every battle and get the perfect team. In the main hub, walk around in 3rd person and talk to NPCs. You can also upgrade your units and purchase items from the shop in the hub level. In the combat z… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Divine Combat.

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  11. Help Fluff labs conquer the world (of the snack industry) by mixing chemicals. In this first person logic puzzle game you need to figure out what colours to mix, seperate and react to finish each level. In each level you race against time to satisfy corporate to advance to the next stage. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fluff labs.

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  12. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    75% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Today is the day you finally break free from that toxic work environment!.....or is it? In Escape the Office VR, you'll navigate through a series of challenging puzzles, cleverly hidden throughout the office, as you attempt to break out of the never-ending work nightmare. Interact with objects, uncover secrets, and outsmart your overbearing boss in this immersive, mind-bending experience where eve… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape The Office VR.

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  13. AboutRoller's Escape is a bite-sized platformer that lets you roll around and take control of a cube that you move towards a goal. Once you reach the goal, the character turns into a sphere, which moves towards another goal by rotating the level to get the sphere to roll.PlaystyleAvoid dropping the sphere and find the shortest path to the goal with a limited number of attempts. When flipping the c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Roller's Escape.

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  14. Space hopper is a charming gravity puzzle game with a touching narrative If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Hopper.

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  15. 44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    73% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Fight and survive to the beat against various robots that want to bring you down. Improve yourself each round to face the boss in the final showdown. Sound of Survival is a rhythm shooter with Vampire Survivors elements, offering multiple unlockable levels and difficulty modes. Gameplay Fight against the onslaught of machines in each round. Shoot in sync with the music using the diffe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sound of Survival.

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    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    94% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    The mines of the great city of Hamsteria were peaceful and thriving, until the day the horrible rats of the Chedd’Ore clan attacked! Now, the valiant Hamstörm must go back to the city to warn the people about the arrival of these nasty rodents in their tunnels. Travel through a fun and colourful puzzle game, in which you will help Hamstörm make his way inside the mine’s tunnels, now infested … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hamstörm.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    91% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    2D sidescrolling adventure narrative game with puzzle solving and platforming elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noir Punk.

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  18. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    74% User Score Based on 39 reviews

    Select a category and browse through nine stages of mine-exploring. Each stage unveils a pixelated form of the selected art piece, to the final reveal. The game graphics and animations were mainly created by hand with real paper-work. FEATURES: Base Pack: Edward Penfield Illustrations 13 iconic Penfield's masterpieces Place yourself at the top of the Score Leaderboard Customize your gamin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ink Paper Minesweeper.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    74% User Score Based on 39 reviews

    Protect the world from Mr. CL-34N! You're designated to use magnets in order to progress, but nothing can stop you! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Magnesia.

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    46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    75% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Awake is an isometric puzzle game about a young girl named Aya who is suffering from insomnia. Aya must navigate various obstacles in her path as she moves between different planes of consciousness. Join Aya on her journey to explore the depths of her dreamscape and uncover the root of her anxiety. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Awake.

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

    "A MIRROR PUZZLE" is a puzzle game. The core mechanism of the game is the replication or displacement of mirror images. A water elf and a mirror elf are companions to purify the polluted water source, revive the sleeping forest, and finally unravel the mystery of forest pollution. The player will play the role of a water drop elf. By using various magic mirrors to control the symmetrical… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A MIRROR PUZZLE.

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    88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    A strange game of hangman with a strange man. Traverse through the darkness, letters, & watchful eyes to save your friend. Decode notes left behind to uncover the message that you never got, but should have had. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HANGMAN.

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  24. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    90% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Puzzle game where you rotate islands to find your way around different archipelagos. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Postman.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music
    67% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Toon TD is a free to play Tower Defense from Gee Studios. Defend your castle. Explore new environments. Face fierce bosses. Develop new and unique strategies for every level in this next evolution of the Tower Defense genre. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toon TD.

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  26. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story
    88% User Score Based on 114 reviews

    A game about walking/jumping between plane surfaces to collect all red squares If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Puzzlement.

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  27. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    90% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    Imagine you are a detective in the future, with the best surveillance system ever developed. You can reconstruct crime scenes in virtual reality, move freely and manipulate the time to carry out your investigations. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quanero 2 - System Release.

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    55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:stability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    87% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    More than 800 grids of the best puzzle-game available. Kakuro (also called Kakkuro, kakro, cross sums or カックロ), is a logic game that consists of filling in a grid of numbers, in the same way as a crossword puzzle. If you enjoyed Sudoku logic, you'll love Kakuro's puzzles As with Sudoku, the rules of Kakuro are simple and can be learned in a few minutes. All you need to do is make simple a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kakuro++.

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  29. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    76% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    Beyond The Breach is a 3D, sci-fi, single-player, first-person, narrative, puzzle where you as a player will take on the role of an AI robot who is undergoing a seemingly ordinary test in a dystopian world, only to realize that you exist in a society where they mistreat robots who defy their rules. This leads you to become a deviant robot who will gain special abilities like detecting electrical e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond the Breach.

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  30. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, monetization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    63% User Score Based on 35 reviews

    Join our Discord community! About the GameTick, Tank, Boom is an arcade multiplayer-shooter where players fight each other in various game modes like free for all, domination or capture the flag. A large selection of tanks will give you everything you need to find your perfect playstyle to succeed on the battlefield. In Tick, Tank, Boom you battle other players from around the world online, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tick, Tank, Boom.

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  31. This is a Magnetic force operation system 3D action game. By changing the objects on the stage and their own poles, we will capture various stages using the repulsive force and attractive force of the magnetic force. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to マグネクション磁.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    74% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    Sky Shepherd is an atmospheric adventure game where you play as the lone survivor of a skyfaring tribe. Use your flute to round up a herd of mysterious creatures and explore the sky with them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sky Shepherd.

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  33. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    76% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    2D turn-based puzzle game with a medieval setting and two game phases. Allied and enemy characters will behave automatically after setting them up in the edit phase. you can see the outcome of the different iterations of the level in the game phase. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Automaton Kingdom.

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  34. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    The artificial satellite with interrupted power supply needs repair. Let's navigate the space platform and collect the parts. If possible, challenge the mission with minimal movement to conserve energy. There are 49 stages prepared, and clearing the game shouldn't be difficult, but breaking the high score could be challenging. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Satellite engineer.

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  35. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    94% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    System Override is a first-person, single player heist game where you play as a hacker clearing a route through a variety of traps that block the way of your non-playable companion on the field. It requires a mix of careful planning and quick thinking as you look through security cameras to disable hazards, like laser tripwires and robotics, that lay just ahead. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to System Override.

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  37. Ho-Ho-Hold On!   **Santa's in trouble! ** A blizzard has swept some of his trusty reindeer into a treacherous snow maze jeopardizing Christmas Eve!   Guide Santa through the Maze towards each one of his reindeer while avoiding hungry wolves. As the more reindeer follow Santa it’s harder to avoid the wolves, be careful and patient, timing and choosing the right path are the keys in your journey… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ho-Ho-Maze!.

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  38. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    79% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    In the 22nd century, America has been ravaged at the hands of human colonization. Over the past few hundred years, the American fauna has evolved to survive the rapidly decaying environment. Tensions between intelligent animals called EVOs and humans are strained, and there are not many places where the two factions live in tandem. Westend Falls is one of the few compounds still fostering cooperat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to When the Crow Sings.

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  39. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    A two time manipulation puzzle game. Two robots, Heavy and Light, have their own timelines that can independently record and rewind actions. Solve hundreds of puzzles across 12+ chapters, learning increasingly time-bending mechanics in the process. BackgroundHeavy and Light are maintenance robots working onboard the Chrono Station, a fantastical installation in low orbit that takes time from plac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Entwined Time.

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  40. 59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    93% User Score Based on 14 reviews

    Aim For The HeadThe only way to kill zombies is by shooting them in the head. However, each of their arms can absorb bullets unless you shoot them.. or explode them off. Shooting limbs wastes ammo but rewards you with more points. UpgradeEach run starts the same, just you and your pistol. Kill enemies to get points to buy up to five different perks and ten different weapons. Each weapon can be upg… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Containment Breach.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    97% User Score Based on 38 reviews

    From Nava is now on Steam. Wishlist/download today! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2721750/From_Nava/In From Nava, you are equipped with only a seemingly ordinary pen, but it possesses the extraordinary ability to unleash magic attacks by drawing specific patterns. You must escape from this abandoned research laboratory by gathering all the keys and polaroids left behind in the aftermath of an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to From Nava.

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    48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:monetization, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    72% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    NONOGRAM NIGHTS is a spooky puzzler where you use logic to uncover a mysterious picture. A nonogram, also known as a picross or griddler, involves using number clues to reveal a hidden picture in a grid of squares. The numbers along the side indicate how many consecutively shaded squares appear in each row or column. Solving the puzzle slowly unveils a mysterious image, but watch out—the pictures… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nonogram Nights.

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  43. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    Boulders: Puzzle is a game that challenges your logic and spatial thinking. You take control of a cuboid and must traverse the level in three dimensions to reach the goal cube and use the environment to modify the cuboid's length to get past obstacles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Boulders: Puzzle.

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  44. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    87% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Keep it Cool, Man fuses the funky style with typing arcade-shooter gameplay. Add to it a mix of a stereotypical American movie like Independence Day as story and there you have it... man. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Keep it Cool, Man.

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

    Player must fill the grid with different shapes. Each line and area must not contain same shape, just like classic Sudoku game! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hexdoku.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    88% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    The Pentest is a first-person puzzle game. You play as a pentestor in charge of the security audit of the space station Achero 410. You will have to use your gear and skills to detect all the flaws and complete your mission. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Pentest.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    92% User Score Based on 37 reviews

    Revisitor is a first person puzzle-platformer game set in a futuristic virtual space. Use two different types of teleportation to both navigate and solve a series of increasingly challenging missions. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to REVISITOR.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    69% User Score Based on 104 reviews

    Rubek is a minimalist color based puzzle game. Roll a cube to pick up and match correct colors on the floor, as you make your way to reach the end point while figuring out a way to solve the puzzles. Play through 75+ handcrafted levels of mind bending difficulty and collect stars. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rubek.

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    35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    60% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    What to look forward to: It's completely free (no microtransactions either)! Innovative Draw/Erase mechanic Fantastic soundtrack, with 25 gorgeous songs 12 Exhilarating and strategic boss fights 36 Platformer levels, each revealing parts of the rich story 4 In-game achievements per level Non-linear Gameplay: Explore the 12 regions in your own order Sketch is a game in which you control Am, a bei… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sketch.

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  50. Edge of Grief is a 2D action platforming game about restoring a dark world to its former glory. It combines discovering deep emotions and an action platform experience as you become the ‘hero' unveiling the truth inside as you take another step closer to atonement If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Edge of Grief.

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