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Games like Planet Protector

Looking for games like Planet Protector? Here are top shooter recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Space Force Bargain Bin, Celestial Wardens or Intersecta.

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  1. Charming retro action arcade shooter with roguelite elements (and a pet space worm!).     The dastardly humans have achieved interstellar spaceflight once more and are spreading throughout the galaxy like a virus. The call has gone out: it is time to send them back to the Stone Age once again, for the good of all alienkind. Regrettably, the council has ignored the human threat and left the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Force Bargain Bin.

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  2. Take control of an agile space fighter and protect a vulnerable planet from endless waves of enemies. In Celestial Wardens, strategy meets action: pilot your ship in real-time while constructing planetary defenses in a unique blend of top-down shooting and tower defense mechanics. Key Features: ✧ Massive enemy waves with different threats.  ✧ Build planetary turrets to defend your planet. ✧ U… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Celestial Wardens.

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  3. In a nutshell, Intersecta is an intense and intuitive tactical top-down shooter with a distinct arcade feel. It blends fast, twitch-based gameplay with the intelligent use of tactics. The game has a unique audio-visual style, utilising the power of Unreal Engine 5 for a stunning 2.5D experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Intersecta.

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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. The Defence of Asteria is a action arcade game where you are tasked with defending the planet of Asteria from the waves of the invading enemy AI force known as The Rusts.  Starting with just one ship to defend the planet, however more ships  can be added to your defence force but with one catch, you can only control one ship at a time. You have to choose the opportune time to switch between ships.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Defence of Asteria.

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  6. In the 22nd century, humanity reached new heights in space exploration, colonizing distant worlds and exploring countless star systems. However, relentless expansion and the endless search for resources pushed Earth to the brink of exhaustion. To save themselves, humanity united under the Galactic Alliance and began a desperate search for new sources of energy and vital materials. Beacon of S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galactic Sanctuaries.

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  7. Planet Hero  Embark on an interstellar journey in this adrenaline-pumping 2D space shooter – "Planet Hero." As the last line of defense for Earth, it's up to you to thwart the sinister plans of enemy ships attempting to steal our beloved planet. Brace yourself for an epic shoot 'em up action experience that will push your skills to the limits! Intense Space Battles: Dive into the heart of the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Planet Hero.

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  8. Action-packed adventure awaits you, Commander! Hop in your space craft and defend against blazing meteors and aliens in this retro-style arcade shooter! You are the pilot of a small spaceship just outside Earth's orbit. Your mission is to defend Earth from incoming waves of burning meteors that will decimate our planet if you don't act quickly! Using your ship's tools - primary cannon, Übercanno… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to METEOR COMMANDER.

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  9. The swarm is a liquid. You are the gap it flows around. Simple Shooter is a top-down arcade bullet-hell built from pure geometry. No sprites. No textures. Every enemy is a shape — and they move as a single living mass. You are a cyan square. Your defense is motion.One Loop. Endless Depth. Survive escalating waves of geometric enemies. Chain your kills to drive a score multiplier. Hit the kill thr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Simple Shooter.

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  10. 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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  11. Timeloop TitansTimeloop Titans is a thrilling space arcade shooter that takes you into the heart of an intergalactic war! Dive into a retro-inspired adventure with modern twists as you battle endless waves of enemies determined to annihilate Planet Gaia. Do you have what it takes to save humanity? Key Features Dynamic Space Action Face relentless waves of enemies in fast-paced, adrenaline-fuele… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Timeloop Titans.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    75% User Score Based on 80 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

    Mars is under siege, and the colonists are fighting a losing battle. Assume the role of Blake, a private security operative who crash lands near the colony of Deadstone, following an outbreak on the Icarus space station. Care to guess who just landed the job of sheriff? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deadstone.

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  13. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 1,214 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 2 reviews

    "You are outgunned. You are massively outnumbered. You must win." These are your orders. Humanity has already fought its war against the machines -- and lost. AI death squads stand watch over every planet and every wormhole, the few remaining human settlements are held captive in orbiting bubbles, and the AIs have turned their attention outward, away from the galaxy, to alien threats or opportuni… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AI War: Fleet Command.

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  14. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    87% User Score Based on 30 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 4 reviews

    The definitive 'Turbo Edition' of the easy to play hard to master space blaster. Bringing more game modes, ships, challenges, upgradable power-ups and frantic retro space blasting fun than ever before. Alone or in co-op you’ll keep coming back to unlock ships, upgrade weapons and beat your high-score. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Mega Space Blaster Special Turbo.

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  15. Tachyon Wars is a 4X space strategy game that offers a gameplay experience focused on the tactical management of a space fleet. Tachyon Wars has it all: exploration of open space, large-scale battles against a crafty AI, and powerful space fleet control. Enhanced by innovative real-time gameplay mechanics, it provides a rich and immersive experience. Uncover the secret of dark matter and construc… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tachyon Wars.

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  16. Beyond Solar is a bullet hell / SHMUP pixel art game. You play the protagonist “Gravity” a space ship pilot who grew up in the space colony “ARD”, humanity last hope and shelter as planet Earth was on the brink of extinction. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond Solar.

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  17. CHASE THE LAST SIGNAL. SURVIVE THE VOID. Humanity is gone. In their final moments, they compressed everything they were into a single signal and sent it into the void. You are the last AI ship — chase that signal through endless waves of geometric enemies, mutate your weapons into neon chaos, and decode what it means to be the last one listening. FARLUME is a roguelite bullet heaven where every … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FARLUME: Into the Silent Dark.

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  18.    - Procedurally generated galaxy    - ⭐ 400+ star systems across 5 hostile zones    - 150+ enemy types across ground and space    - 15 tower classes with unique abilities    - 14 planetary biomes with environmental hazards    - 3 trading game modes: Auction, Bomb Draw, and Stock Exchange    - Conquer, govern, and tax your vassal stars — their happiness shapes the fate of yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Omnicore: Freiza's Retribution.

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  19. ✅ NGC-404 is for you if you: Enjoy space strategy games with economy, fleets, colonies, and faction conflict Like games where logistics, fuel and supplies matter Want real-time 2D space battles with ship fitting and weapon control Enjoy sandbox campaigns Like managing a small fleet instead of controlling hundreds of units directly Want to explore unknown systems, survey planets, and reco… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NGC-404: Fractured Sector.

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  20. Shatterswarm is a narrative-driven 2D space shooter that combines direct ship combat, fleet command, tower defense, and base building into a strategic colony survival experience. Command Captain Hope's hero ship as you defend Earth's last bastion, The Citadel, against the relentless Voxan Empire. Take control of your hero ship in intense 2D space combat while simultaneously building and managing … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shatterswarm.

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  21. Command. Survive. Evolve.You are the last Biocore Pilot — a survivor stranded on a dying alien world. Your only hope lies within the Biocore system, an ancient technology capable of creating life, weapons, and power beyond human understanding. But every pulse of energy draws swarms of hostile creatures closer. Survive long enough to rebuild, upgrade, and uncover what remains of humanity’s final ou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Core Remnants.

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  22. Defend the Portal. Survive the Swarm.Humanity’s last gateways are collapsing. Fight against relentless alien hordes as you defend massive interdimensional portals across hostile worlds in this fast-paced sci-fi top-down survival shooter. In Lost Galaxy: Survivors, survival alone is not enough. Every run is a desperate battle to protect the portal from overwhelming enemy swarms while building dev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Galaxy: Survivors.

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  23. Command your spaceship, customize your loadout, and prepare for the incoming waves of enemies. Strategically deploy and equip your fleet with powerful weapons and support modules to maximize your defenses and crush the alien threat. Your mission is clear: defend the planet at all costs. Every wave you conquer brings you closer to saving Earth. Only the strongest strategies will survive. You are e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Mission.

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  24. You play as lost in space HERO. Yours ship went completely off course and was destroyed. You have some limited oxygen in portable tank and some energy in yours weapon, you have jetpack and some few other tools. Now is time to REBUILD. Collect resources and REBUILD everything from scratch. Get resources from asteroids, comets, planets. Rebuild Yours SHIP and defend it from countless waves of enem… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Off Course ELEMENTS of SPACE.

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  25. 79%Game Brain Score
    79% User Score Based on 1,118 reviews

    Manage your ship, hunt creatures, mine resources, and fight space pirates! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Squad Survival.

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  26. Towerful Guardians is an action roguelike where you pilot your flying machine, be it a helicopter, a mech, or a straight magical suit to defend a very important tower to mankind in a post-apocalyptic setting. Wisely upgrade your gears, and build strong synergy with the tower's abilities to out-scale the evergrowing enemy power. Towerful Guardians has many settings you can choose pre-run, and tons… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Towerful Guardians.

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  27. You are the commander of a newly constructed state of art Dreadnought. You have been heavily damaged in recent battles. Your weapon systems are offline, your engines are non functional, your jump drive is inoperable and the enemy is approaching. Your only option is to scout for resources in the nearby asteroid fields, repair the ship's jump drive and get to the nearest fortress world. Can you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dreadnought.

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  28. Defend Modulea! Dodge bullet hell, combine modules, and fight off waves of enemies with your custom-built space battleship in this roguelike action shooter! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Modulea.

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  29. In this intense 2D action tower defense game, you command a lone ship tasked with protecting a crucial power core from relentless enemy waves. Strategically build and upgrade turrets directly on the core while deploying satellite shields to fend off three unique enemy types—swift scouts, heavily armored tanks, and destructive meteors. Core Breach is my submission for the Kenney Game Jam 2025, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Core Breach.

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  30. Welcome to Operation Earth Shield! Mission Overview: Earth is under attack by relentless Space Invaders, and you are humanity’s last hope! Defend the planet across 3 intense levels, each with unique challenges. Unlock Level 2 and Level 3 by achieving victory in the previous level. Level 3 features 2 stages, complete Stage 1 to advance to the final showdown and save Earth! How to Play: … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operation "Earth Shield ".

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  31. Long ago, a supercomputer named Nadine was developed as a way to supplement Fleet Command and improve it's efficiency conducting fleet operations. Instead, it took direct control of half the space fleet and used it to wage a war on those ships it was unable to control. Command sent a lone pilot on a roundabout course to catch Nadine off guard and destroy the vessel it had seized. The mission was… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nadine's Fleet II.

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  32. In Homebase, the fate of the galaxy rests in your hands as you take command of the last remaining defense outpost against an alien invasion. As humanity's last line of defense, it's up to you to protect your home base from wave after wave of relentless extraterrestrial attackers. Prepare yourself for an intense and action-packed experience as you navigate your heavily armed spacecraft through the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Homebase.

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  33. 41%Game Brain Score
    41% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    The year is 2200. The Imperial Fleet has suffered heavy losses defending against Xi attacks. Mankind's resources are reaching their limit. You have been promoted to Admiral of the remains of the 13th Fleet. Your mission is to defend the Hydra Star Cluster against Xeno incursion. They will attack us from all directions. Exo Fleet is a space/action/strategy game. You must manage the defense of your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exo Fleet.

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  34. Scan the code to download at Google PlayDownload Earth Defense: Space Invaders at Google PlayMy social media More from me: Last Stand by rami-dv multiplayer by rami-dv War defense by Rami Controls: A/D => MOVE E => OPEN THE SHOP Q => Stop the game Game developed by rami-dv Game idea: You in spaceship and your mission is defense earth  from spaceships(enemies) as much time as possible. Descript… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Earth defense.

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  35. 23%Game Brain Score
    23% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Get into typing-style battles against unknown enemies that are trying to wipe out humankind from all the universe. Play the role of a commander and control ships mentally with a Brain Ship Program, while you are diving in the greatest space war against illiteracy and surviving to regain control of every human star-base and colony that fell under the enemy's power. A LETTER FOR THE PLAYER “We, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Typing Fingers - Enemy.

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  36. Earth: 9000 a new indie Bullet Hell, Twin Stick, Rogue-Lite mashup. You command Earth and all her defenses. Your mission; stop a never ending onslaught of alien invaders and try to keep your mind intact while your senses are brutally overwhelmed. Unlock dozens of weapons and even more upgrades as you gain research from defeating enemies and special events. You will be defeated, but that isn't the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Earth: 9000.

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  37. Noble Armada: Lost Worlds is a real-time strategy PC title based on the Noble Armada miniatures game. Set in the Fading Suns Universe, where the suns themselves are dying, humanity battles to revive its lost greatness, or just take what is left. The five great Royal Houses dominate human space as they battle each other for control of the greatest resource... humanity itself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Noble Armada: Lost Worlds.

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  38. Experience the thrill of a shmup game like the arcade classics. With just the right amount of story, lots of action, and many, many bullets. Live a great adventure through the known universe, conquering new planets. The human race is no longer a peaceful race, now we want more... and our fleets are dedicated to subduing the new planets that are still trying to defend themselves. The congregatio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Million Conquests.

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  39. ONE PLANET AS YOUR CRADLE. THE GALAXY AS YOUR AMBITION. It all begins on your homeworld. In Astral 4X, take command of a civilization and lead it into a vast procedural universe. Explore star systems, discover new worlds, and establish the colonies that will drive your expansion. Develop your cities, exploit resources, and organize industry and trade. Population, infrastructure, public services,… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astral 4X.

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  40. Saturn Acme Corp needs you operational.NERMIUS is a fast-paced roguelite bullet hell survivor, clicker and strategy 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 passive… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NERMIUS.

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  41. You fled an empire. You dove through an unstable wormhole into a dimension where physics filed for bankruptcy. Now you harvest crystallized fragments of collapsed spacetime while everything that lives here tries to kill you. This is fine. Okay Panic is a top-down space survival roguelite with auto-targeting weapons, deep build customization, and a lore system that treats dimensional exile, wea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Okay, Panic.

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  42. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 697 reviews

    You are Vanguard Unit 4, the last hope of a dying universe. Your mission: build a Phase Gate in an uncharted continuum to evacuate the fleeing remnants of your civilization before reality itself collapses. But this new dimension is not empty. It is defended by crystalline lifeforms that see you as an invader. They will stop at nothing to destroy your creation. The clock is ticking. With every pa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eventide Matter.

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  43. Get ready to protect the entire solar system from an unprecedented threat - the D'Ahari, a race of insect-like aliens. Control an entire fleet of spaceships, trade with other races of an Alliance, and develop your own space station. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Alliance: Frontier.

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  44. Sky Scaffold — Build a Legacy in the VoidConstruct a sky-high industrial tower. Ascend into orbit. Manage a living colony. In Sky Scaffold, you enter the Fourcade Expanse, a hostile sci-fi frontier where resources are finite and entropy is the constant threat. You start on a barren planet, laying the foundation for an industrial empire. But unlike other idle games or roguelites that reset everyth… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sky Scaffold.

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  45. 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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  46.                                           is a rogue-like shooter tower defense experience set in a stunning synthwave-inspired universe. Step into a world of neon lights, pounding original synthwave soundtrack, and intense action as you defend six vital towers from never-ending waves of enemies. Every run is unique: blast through hordes of foes, level up, and choose from a variety of powerfu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Command-Ω Omega.

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  47. 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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  48. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    96% User Score Based on 55 reviews

    Galaxy Highways is a sci-fi space shooter where you're doing pirate raids into star systems inhabited by aliens. You destroy enemy ships, space stations, mother ships or bosses and complete all missions as soon as possible before enemy defense system destroys you with its powerful waves of attacks. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Highways.

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  49. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    57% User Score Based on 60 reviews

    Desperate Place is a strategic tower defense game where you play as a crew member who wakes up early on a damaged colonization starship. Stranded on an unknown planet, you must gather resources, repair the ship, and defend against alien monsters to survive and escape. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Desperate Place.

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  50. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    96% User Score Based on 108 reviews

    Space Raiders in Space is a wave defense roguelike mixing squad management and tower defence mechanics. Command your almost competent crew to loot weapons and supplies, build defenses, and fight their way through the Bugpocalypse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Raiders in Space.

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