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  1. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    96% User Score Based on 1,232 reviews

    Descend a seemingly-endless tower, wielding an arsenal of deadly ninja weapons and attacks, as the fearsome Crimson Ninja. This 2D action-platformer uses ninja magic to generate every tower randomly, so no two adventures are the same! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super House of Dead Ninjas.

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  2. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 4,163 reviews
    Critic Score 56%Based on 1 reviews

    The current version of Wolfenstein 3D for digital platforms include Wolfenstein 3D (a port of the expanded DOS version, with all of the six episodes) and the standalone expansion Spear of Destiny (without its extra missions). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wolfenstein 3D.

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  3. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 364 reviews

    Death's Hangover is a ball and bat game, featuring horror elements, mature comedy and themes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Death's Hangover.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    70% User Score Based on 207 reviews
    Critic Score 20%Based on 3 reviews

    Hyposphere is not simply a classic "marble" platformer, it may also be the most beautiful, thanks to the power of the Unreal Engine 4, as well as the most difficult. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyposphere.

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  5. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 678 reviews

    Can you reclaim your ancestors’ land? Evil forces have taken over the once fertile land of Fortiana. You are the only one who can storm the castles and claw it back from the hordes of dragons. Experience a new type of strategy and arcade game. Fence off parts of the battlefield to corner your enemies. Collect catapults and power-ups to besiege the fortresses and take on dragons. But beware! As yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fortix.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, character development
    98% User Score Based on 502 reviews

    What is Mimic Logic? A procedurally generated roguelike logic puzzle game where you can speak to treasure boxes. Listen to what the boxes have to say, find the lying Mimics, and open up the remaining boxes to collect treasure! If you accidentally open up a Mimic, it's game over! Use the gear and items you've collected from treasure boxes to beat enemies and conquer the dungeon. The puzzl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mimic Logic.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability
    82% User Score Based on 160 reviews

    Horizon Shift is an explosive wave based, single screen shooter, with a ton of new ideas and platformer elements. Do what it takes to protect your horizon from the ever encroaching enemy attack! Use the unique risk reward multiplier system to maximise power-ups, build your bomb and destroy EVERYTHING! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Horizon Shift.

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  9. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 40 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

    Metal Tales: Fury of the Guitar Gods mixes Metal with pure adrenaline, to deliver the ultimate 3D roguelike shooter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal Tales: Fury of the Guitar Gods.

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    81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 118 reviews

    The denizens of Touhou Project in a Dungeon Crawling RPG! Gensoukyou is connected to 'a certain world' and a huge dungeon by the name of 'Mazes of the Week' appears. Create your own Touhou Characters, step up to the dungeon's challenges! An 'Authentic Style' RPG inspired by Touhou Project. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Remyadry.

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  11. 55%Game Brain Score
    55% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    100% of donations go to support the itch.io platform. (details) Canyon Racer A playable vertical parallax tech demo for the GameBoy (and MegaDuck). This project started by experimenting with a vertical parallax effect on the original Game Boy, similar to the kind in the "Demotronic" Game Boy Color demo by 1.000.000 Boys. It was inspired by a tweet about a canyon effect in the game Étoile Pr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Canyon Racer.

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    70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    100% User Score Based on 21 reviews

    In Atomanta, you step into the role of Taria Takara, a space pirate on a mission to recover a highly valuable artifact hidden on the planet Azavuraz. Armed with the powerful Atomic Manta warship, Taria finally has a chance to claim the bounty and pay off the debts from her previous handlers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Atomanta.

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  13. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    89% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Freddy Farmer is a retro arcade style game with 16-bit pixel art graphics in the style of the 80s/90s where you can test your skills as a player. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Freddy Farmer.

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  14. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    69% User Score Based on 137 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 5 reviews

    Get your crew back together The crack team of hackers and masterminds at Pocketwatch Games is in the backroom planning out Monaco II, the sequel to the hyper-stylized heist hit that PC Gamer called “one of the best co-op games of all time.” The vision to pull off this job is simple. Bring in a new rogues’ gallery of skilled thieves and infiltration experts to play. Let them loose in an intriguing… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monaco 2.

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    91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    91% User Score Based on 162 reviews

    Underlevel is a game where you play as a horde of skeletons while a player is raiding the dungeon, trying to get as much XP as they can so they level up and potentially kill the boss at the end - it's your job to stop that from happening. Try your best to rescue all the skeletons, destroy all the loot and keep the player from levelling up before they make it to the final floor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Underlevel.

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  16. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 210 reviews

    Step into a time warp and experience Luxor like never before in Luxor Evolved, a commanding new vision for the #1 marble shooting game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luxor Evolved.

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  17. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    88% User Score Based on 426 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Windjammers 2 will combine everything fans love about the classic title with entirely hand-drawn 2D animations to create the ultimate windjamming experience. The coming sequel will bring new stages and players, surprising and amazing new power moves and enhanced gameplay mechanics! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Windjammers 2.

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  18. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    89% User Score Based on 1,090 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

    Catlateral Damage is a first-person destructive cat simulator where you play as a cat on a rampage, knocking as much stuff onto the ground as possible. See the world through the eyes of a cat! Like other first-person games, you can walk and look around, jump, and crouch. Unlike other first-person games, your primary weapons are your two cat paws, which you can use to swipe at and knock objects ont… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Catlateral Damage.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    82% User Score Based on 56 reviews

    Icewall is a game that combines retro shoot'em up and modern roguelite game design. It features intense, colorful and fast-paced gameplay, the roguelite run-based structure enhances the game with strategy and replay-value as you draft new strategies and combos. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ICEwall.

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  21. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization
    99% User Score Based on 978 reviews

    Touhou Tenkuushou ~ Hidden Star in Four Seasons is the 16th game in the Touhou Project series. It was announced on the developer ZUN's blog on April 20, 2017. A playable demo was released on May 7, 2017, at Reitaisai 14, and the full version was released at Comiket 92 on August 11, 2017. The game was released on Steam worldwide on November 17, 2017, becoming the first game in the series to be avai… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Tenkuushou: Hidden Star in Four Seasons.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    89% User Score Based on 177 reviews

    The game is about a hero that goes from game to the real world. Levels are generated by the music which is provided by Czech band Zrní. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HRDINA.

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  23. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 55 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 5 reviews

    Murtop is fast-paced arcade game packed with action, as if it was taken out directly from the 80's. Do you have enough coins to beat it? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murtop.

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  24. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 101 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 16 reviews

    Wulverblade puts you in the role of Britons' greatest warriors as you resist the oppressive expansion of the Roman Legions and the traitorous allied tribes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wulverblade.

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  25. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    95% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Super Ember Kaboom is a fast-paced, cute-and-colorful action game. It has tight controls and simple to learn, difficult to master gameplay that makes each level a joy to run through. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Ember Kaboom.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 239 reviews

    Kill your enemies, possess their bodies, and take their abilities as your own in this turn-based procedurally generated death labyrinth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MidBoss.

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  27. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    76% User Score Based on 68 reviews

    Red Death is a vertical shooter, Prologue of the series Project Starship! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Death.

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  28. 64%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    69% User Score Based on 1,370 reviews
    Critic Score 52%Based on 3 reviews

    The Sonic 4 Saga continues in Episode II with the return of a beloved side kick and fan-favorite villains! Following the events of Episode I, Metal Sonic has returned to form an alliance with Dr. Eggman! To face this new evil, Sonic will have to call upon an old friend to help him save the day! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sonic the Hedgehog 4 Episode 2.

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    58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    58% User Score Based on 117 reviews

    Become the best castle builder in this original and addictive game where you must at the same time create a castle accurately while protecting it from all the annoying baddies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle.

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  30. A challenging puzzle platformer in which you can phase through walls to invert the world around you, taking the direction of gravity with it - up becomes down, black becomes white, and deadly obstacles lose and gain their threat along the way. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monoquous 2.

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  31. Classic brick-breaking meets modern Roguelite depth! Survive a 100-level Story Mode, team up in 2-Player CO-OP, and permanently upgrade your ship. With 30+ capability cards and epic boss fights, every run is unique. It's time to break bricks and save the galaxy! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brick Survivors: Roguelite.

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  32. Touhou Koi-Mystery is a fan-made game based on Touhou Project. It's an action-adventure RPG featuring Komeiji Koishi, a satori youkai who has closed her heart. The game's story and atmosphere are lighthearted, cheerful, and relaxing – perfect for casual play after a meal or during your free time. Discord:GY4chsGpuW 【Story】One day, Koishi hears from her sister about the existence of a "cu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Koi-Mystery: Legend and Fantasy of Monsters.

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  33. Diamond Thief is an arcade 2d platforme game.This game is a kind of Manic miner released in the 80s on Zx Spectrum and Amstrad cpc. The game is very simple to play, collect the diamonds in the level  and go to the exit door. More than 60 levels await you. The game allows you to continue after losing all your lives. Features: -Over 60 Levels -Continue Support -Retro Graphics -Update Free If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Diamond Thief.

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

    Note:  Although Kye.ps is completely free, the original Kye was Charity Ware. If you like what you see, please donate to any Charity that assists children.  Kye.ps is a puzzlescript port of Kye, a puzzle game from the nighties. Kye is notable because it combines elements that folk wisdom would tell you do not belong in puzzles: It is a real-time game, it has monsters that chase you around and lev… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kye.ps.

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  35. Give me the memory. Give me that sword-- The powerful sword embodies the boss in order to maximize its own power. Beat him and take his abilities. Level up, learn the arts, and challenge the bosses. Bosses are basically clad in super armor and will not stagger, but if you keep hitting them, they can armor break. If the boss is in armor break, you can hit him with combos until hi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ソードコレクター.

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  36. Contact UsWelcome to join us, and feel free to put forward your suggestions and feedback! Join the official QQ group: Book of the Old Players Group 1: 102153208 About the GameThe Old, will Return A puppet somehow has its own will, accidentally summoned a mystical soul from the Otherworld. Now they are trapped in a mysterious manor. What is behind all this, and what is awaiting these two souls?… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Book of the Old.

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  37. I am a personal developer who develops the games I want to achieve by continually learning programming knowledge. When you were playing 2D arcade flight shooting game, did you think about these two questions: "What is the small spaceship below thinking? What does the world it sees?" Based on these two questions, I developed This game. Please expect 'Long Sky' to be a small arcade flight … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Long Sky.

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  38. Equanox Productions Presents: Dimensions An Action-Platformer inspired by Mega Man 2, Dimensions has the player fight crazy bosses, collect and upgrade weapons, and find secrets. Players will take control of a sprite from the 2nd Dimension universe to save the 3rd Dimension universe. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dimensions.

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  39. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Phantom Leap – The Great Forest Adventure! (AMIGA - WIP)     A winding path cuts through the deep forest, hidden among moss-covered ruins and ancient trees. Legends speak of untold secrets, hidden treasures—and countless dangers. Only the bravest adventurers dare to enter, seeking to uncover the mysteries that lie within. As a fearless explorer, you leap into this adventure, jumping over dee… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phantom Leap ( AMIGA - WIP Version 1.4 DEMO).

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  40. 44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    73% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Create, share and download unlimited new Stages for this new arcade remix with integrated Stage editor! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ARK BOX Unlimited.

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  41. Dimlight Dungeon is a dark fantasy dungeon crawler where the player controls a reptilian brawler and travels within the ruins of a once-mighty, heroic fortress. There the player must battle through rooms full of knights in order to reach the end throne. 3 different combat moves Go through multiple rooms and encounter numerous enemies Multiple enemy types Beat-em up type combat Beautiful ar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dimlight Dungeon.

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  42. This is a game I wanted to create when I was eight. This is a game many of you wanted to create when you was eight. No online, no services, no DLCs, no open-world, no rogulike, no roguelite, no depression metaphors, no metroidvania, no backtracking. Can't say "no god" cause god participate in one of boss fights. Not on your side. It's just straight line from start to finish. And skill re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Explaining every string.

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  44. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 272 reviews

    Touhou Kinjoukyou: Fossilized Wonders is the 20th official installment of the Touhou Project. It was announced by ZUN on April 12, 2025. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Touhou Kinjoukyou: Fossilized Wonders.

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  45. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 95 reviews

    This is the classic, 1995 version of Rise of the Triad. For the 2023 remaster, please see the Ludicrous Edition store page. Tackle incredible game hazards, such as spinblades, gun bunkers, huge boulders, Firejets, pits, Firechutes, Lavawalls, gas grates, and more. "Like DOOM, Rise of the Triad is a high quality, fast scrolling first-person perspective 3D action game. Graphics are on par with DOOM.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise of the Triad: Dark War.

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  46. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    65% User Score Based on 34 reviews

    You're a skydiving, video-streaming guerilla artist in the floating city of Boston High. Your job is to leap from buildings, cause mischief, and not get caught by the police.A Grab Bag of Incredible Features Leap from mile-high skyscrapers. Kiss the sides of buildings with your mouth. There's, like, a parade with giant balloon floats on one level, and you can smack into them, ruining everythi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to AaaaaAAaaaAAAaaAAAAaAAAAA!!! Remastered.

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  47. 38%Game Brain Score
    46% User Score Based on 8 reviews

    JezzBall Classic was created to be just like how the original JezzBall was 25 years ago! The graphics, the sound, the scoring, the physics, the tempo... they are all the same as they were in the original. Of course there are improvements as well; for example there's a much higher frame rate and fixed glitches. Plus a lot of bonus stuff, such as new game modes! Gameplay: In JezzBall there are a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JezzBall Classic.

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  48. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    57% User Score Based on 87 reviews

    YOU are Titan City's resident superhero in this interactive graphic novel! Fight crime and solve clues to discover FEAR's fiendish plot! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Appointment With FEAR.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    65% User Score Based on 165 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Transcend the material realm and enter into a world teeming with bubbling psychedelia. Assume your true form as Spinch, a hyper-agile organism consumed by a quest to rescue a litter of its missing offspring from an endless population of misshapen and malformed enemies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spinch.

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