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Looking for games like Return to your Roots? Here are top fighting recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Zombie's Cool, Undead Tide: Light's Defense or Cosmo Knight Zion.

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  1. Zombie's Cool is a growth-type shooting action game in which you have to mop up zombies that frequently pop up in town while searching for the root of the zombie virus. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie's Cool.

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  2. Undead Tide: Light's Defense is an easy-to-pick-up yet strategically deep bullet hell survival game. You will take on the role of a hero, carving a path through an unending tide of the undead, defeating powerful bosses, and protecting humanity's last bastion of hope – the Light! The game features 16 progressively challenging chapters, scaling from a relaxed experience to hardcore trials. Every bat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Undead Tide: Light's Defense.

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  3. ABOUT THE GAMEAn invasion of androids from outer space has reached Earth. Zion and Eerie find themselves surrounded by these strange androids who relentlessly capture humans. Faced with this situation, Zion is forced to use his martial arts skills to fight the enemies. With the help of cosmic armor obtained from one of the invading androids, he will embark on a crusade to save Eerie and the other … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmo Knight Zion.

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  4. Steel Defense is a dynamic roguelike game in which every battle turns into a test of strength. Collect an arsenal, upgrade your mech and find your own way to victory in the arena. 16 types of weapons with unique upgrades that unlock new tactics. Additional items for flexible customization and enhancement of the mech. Enemies that require a different approach to combat. Bosses who will te… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Steel Defence.

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  5. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, emotional
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    94% User Score Based on 31 reviews

    The Adventure of Rikka is a top-down 2D action RPG with a focus on puzzles, exploration, secrets, and collectibles. You must defeat the dark forces that have cursed the lands, fight enemies using your sword and an arsenal of items such as the bow and fire wand, and save the kingdom! Features 7 Dungeons with challenging boss-fights, and many smaller puzzle dungeons. 10 Unique player items such as t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Adventure of Rikka - The Cursed Kingdom.

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  6. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    97% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Main gameplay Dodge: Slide the mouse to control the protagonist’s movement and dodge increasingly dense barrages. Counterattack: Click the mouse at the right moment to bounce back the enemy’s bullets, and use the rebounded bullets to eliminate the enemy. Stamina: Attacks consume stamina, which is restored when enemies are eliminated. Stamina also slowly recovers on its own. Pick power-ups S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ball-it Hell.

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  7. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    54% User Score Based on 130 reviews

    Setup your battle ship with guns, install faster engine, reactor that is more powerful and throw a barrage of rockets on hordes of enemy ships, burning everything in your path. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to STELLATUM.

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  8. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    54% User Score Based on 41 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Build and brawl in this fast and frantic mash-up! Race your opponents to build the most powerful towers in Slam Bolt City while defending against deceptively adorable baddies and hugely epic bosses. Create weapons that shoot lasers, drills, missiles, and more to annihilate your adversary. Battle in four-player co-op campaign mode, or go head-to-head for more brawling and block-building awesomeness… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slam Bolt Scrappers.

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  9. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    85% User Score Based on 57 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 7 reviews

    The Aqua Kitty cats have launched into space in an all new action RPG shoot-em-up adventure! Pick your crew, then blast off to investigate mysterious water filled asteroids. Battle bizarre enemies, mine magnificent gems, grab new weapons, install enhancing devices, and unlock your crews' unique skills as you level up XP. Just watch out for marauding pirate rabbits, always trying to be first to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASTRO AQUA KITTY.

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  10. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    62% User Score Based on 281 reviews
    Critic Score 71%Based on 6 reviews

    Immortal Planet is an action RPG with challenging combat that rewards patience and punishes recklessness. Explore the crumbling remains of a society of immortals trapped in endless cycles of rebirth. Fight your way to discover the planet's mystery and escape its curse. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Immortal Planet.

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  11. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:funny
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Welcome to "Super Smash Asteroids", a high-octane, top-down, dual-stick, rogue-like space shooter set in a futuristic universe. Choose from six unique ships, each with their own starting statistics and special abilities, and blast your way through hordes of enemies and epic bosses. As you play, level up and choose from a pool of over 70+ items to upgrade your ship and modify your base stats, unlo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Smash Asteroids.

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  12. SURVIVE THE RUN. KEEP THE HUNTER.Slaymeji: Roguelite Desktop Survivor blends a fast, build-driven 2D fantasy bullet heaven roguelite with a companion who keeps you company on your desktop. Cross a sprawling top-down battlefield as your weapons orbit around you and strike automatically. Move, dash, dodge, and adapt while increasingly dangerous enemies flood the arena—or enable Auto Mode and trust … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slaymeji: Roguelite Desktop Survivor.

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

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  14. Prepare to cross the threshold into a ruined world, where ancient magic and ancestral chaos clash in battles to the death. Gatebound: Chronicles of Valor is a Fantasy Arena Action RPG, step into battle, annihilate legions of darkness, collect invaluable loot, and rise as the ultimate hero. Classes: Find Your Combat Style Begin your journey exploring 3 powerful base classes, then evolve by ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gatebound: Chronicles of Valor.

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  15. Your chosen gear goes in with you. It doesn't come back if you don't. StarFear is a 1-4 player 2D space extraction roguelite built around two core ideas: quick reflexes and permanent loss. Venture into hostile zones, scavenge weapons and equipment, and fight your way to the extract. Die, and everything you brought is gone. Take the best loadout for every run or hoard the fancy loot for later. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to StarFear.

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  16. A screen full of bullets. Thread the needle.IronBird is a roguelike vertical scrolling bullet hell where firepower spirals out of control as power-ups stack, every dodge is by a hair's breadth, and thousands of build combinations shift with each run. 10 Aircraft — Not skins. Entirely different games.Switching aircraft changes your handling, firepower layout, optimal position, and charge shot en… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Iron Bird.

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  17. DescriptionUnbound Pioneer is a 2D top-down survival game set in a rich and challenging world. Players must survive by exploring, gathering resources, crafting, and building, gradually growing stronger over time. Venture into mines to gather powerful materials, upgrade your equipment, explore ancient ruins, defeat formidable enemies, and uncover valuable treasures. Craft magical wands, build spel… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unbound Pioneer.

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  18. Fast-Paced Survival Dog-Lite! Survive endless waves of enemies with adorable dogs by your side! A high-speed survival action game that blends quick gameplay with simple controls. Last as long as you can and take down the final boss! Master Each Dog’s Strengths and Build Your Strategy Playable Breeds: Welsh Corgi / Shiba Inu / Dachshund / Chihuahua / Greyhound Pomeranian / Afghan Hound /… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Corgi Survivor.

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  19. SKILL-BASED GAMEPLAY BEAT-EM-UP ROOTS OPEN FIELD ENVIRONMENTS HIGH-SPEED PACE RELENTLESS ENEMIES AND HAZARDS AT EVERY TURN Visit our Discord for updated details and NIGHTLY BUILDS!   Legendary Heroes is a true return to form to classic 2D arcade action. With fluid hand-drawn animation, real-time environmental physics and maximum full gameplay movement control- it all comes to head again… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legendary Heroes - A Game Of Death.

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  20. Eclipse of Eldergaard is a dark fantasy, time-bound action-adventure where every second counts. You are thrown into a cursed world teetering on the edge of destruction, tasked with a single, desperate mission: close the four hell gates before Umbra, the fallen Wukong of Shadow, returns to consume the overworld. The Legend of Light and ShadowLong ago, the divine chose two legendary brothers: Sol… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eclipse of Eldergaard.

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    Timeater is a 2D pixel art scrolling game with roguelike elements and a narrative focused on bending the time of the game to our will with a bilinear progression that will be spiced up with some gameplay/narrative secrets inherent in time itself. It will focus on the theme of time and its indifferent flow, seen as a passive and omniscient deity, opposed to the nature of chaotic and passionate h… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Timeater.

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  22.                     Get ready for chaos! In Silent Survivor, you control unique heroes fighting off relentless hordes in intense survival arenas. Your goal? Last as long as possible — and that takes more than brute strength. Gather resources, upgrade your skills, strategize, and evolve in real time as the danger ramps up every second. Manage your upgrades wisely — every decision could be the dif… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Silent Survivor: Under The Crisis.

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  23. The Bar Souls is a retro pixel souls-like set in a mysterious digital world. Face ruthless bosses, solve puzzles that test mind and heart, and let perseverance unveil hidden secrets on your path to the end. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bar Souls.

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  24. A/D  -  Move left and right. W  -  Jump. Space - Shoot. Q - Throw grenades. P - Return back to menu. E - Read Notes. Alternative controls: arrow keys - Move left and right and jump. Right SHIFT - Shoot. Forward slash - Throw grenades. You are an elite member of the A.U.T. Marines, part of a highly specialized military unit tasked with protecting humanity across the stars. Your latest m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Marauders.

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

    This game was created in 72 hours for Mini Jam 160 - https://itch.io/jam/mini-jam-160-light. Most assets premade, everything else done by me. Theme: Light Limitation: Speed Darkness has almost won... You are in possession of the last source of hope and fire in the world - the Last Light. The forces of darkness rush in from all sides, eager to snuff it out forever. You must protect it for as lo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Light - Prototype.

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

    This game was created in 72 hours for Mini Jam 160 - https://itch.io/jam/mini-jam-160-light. Most assets premade, everything else done by me. Theme: Light Limitation: Speed Darkness has almost won... You are in possession of the last source of hope and fire in the world - the Last Light. The forces of darkness rush in from all sides, eager to snuff it out forever. You must protect it for as lo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Light.

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  27. 30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Welcome to Last Strike, a retro-style 2d side scrolling space-shooter. You gain credits by shooting down enemies and can buy upgrades after each stage. Features: - 6 Missions with 3 Stages each - 6 Bosses - Multiple upgrades for main weapon - 3 upgradable secondary weapons - Infinite Lives (no frustrating forced startover) - Upgrades are not lost after dying (promised) This game combines the flai… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last Strike - Attack of the Drones.

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  28. Capitán Kalani it’s a 2D action platformer game inspired in the old NES games, having big influence in titles like Batman, Megaman, Shatterhand and others. The history is set in a future where the life is comfortable above the clouds and the machines are a big part of the daily basis. Taking inspiration from the old NES games, the difficulty scales considerably, the mechanics are the basics … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Captain Kalani Definitive Edition.

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  29. Overview Star Deck is a love-child of Slay the Spire, Smash Up, and all your childhood sci-fi movies! It's a roguelike deckbuilding adventure, set in a galaxy controlled by The Federation, a galactic force that won the Great War, and seized control of the democratically controlled powers before it. It rules with a totalitarian fist, asking for tribute from the citizens of each planet, and offeri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Deck.

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  30. Survive the Rift is a roguelike shoot 'em up with procedurally generated levels, unlockable ships, and plenty of items to make each run unique. Inspired by classic 16-bit era scrolling shooters with modern roguelike game mechanics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Survive the Rift.

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  31. “Vradark's Revenge” is a fantasy game in the Action RPG genre. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vradark's Revenge.

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    An arcade bundle by CWDI GAMES. Includes three arcade games; Chaos, Meteor Storm, and The Eternal Maze, a light RPG dungeon crawler. The Eternal Maze No one ever leaves The Eternal Maze! Will you triumph where others have failed? Choose your stats, your equipment, and the adventure begins! Navigate a 3D maze and fight enemies in a 2D combat viewer. Some enemies are hurt more, or less, by certa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Arcade.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    VolticPistol is a 2D medieval-cyberpunk platformer where you shoot or slice your way through your enemies. Every time you face death, your clone will reappear with a different set of stats, along with a different set of enemies to face. Each level will never be played the same way twice! The player will need to adapt to different stats and enemies to emerge at the top of the castle for victory! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VolticPistol.

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  34. Fight fires, reroute power to your shields and fix hull breaches - all while receiving orders from your captain to take out that pesky enemy frigate. In Starship Mechanic, you will single-handedly man the all-important engineering bay of a mercenary ship!As part of a mercenary crew, your ship will take part in a variety of jobs from bounty hunts to salvage missions, each more challenging than the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starship Mechanic.

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  35. Explore a procedurally generated open world with many biomes to explore and harvest resources from. You can chop down trees, mine rocks/ore, and find unique items to help you along your journey. Using the resources that you find, you can craft powerful weapons and items. And as you explore the world, you will come across winding cave systems and treacherous dungeons full of monsters for you to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hallowlands.

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  36. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    82% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    You are a zombie, risen from the grave to reclaim what was lost. At first, you are only a head, but with each found body fragment, forgotten skills, strength, and the true nature of the Ex-Master return. Ex-Master, Zombi is a 2D side-scrolling Metroidvania where every step opens new possibilities: Explore dark and mysterious locations; Find parts of your body and restore your power; Master … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ex-Master, Zombie.

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  37. Alien attackers from the Izar system are invading Earth! Battle the extraterrestrial menace in endless waves in this tribute to classic alien 'invader' shooters from the late '70s and early '80s. Aim for the high score by destroying the evil alien monsters! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Attack from Izar 2250.

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    Take control of your spaceship in LasTarSurvive relentless enemy waves and build unstoppable combinations in this fast-paced 2D spaceship roguelike. Every run is a new opportunity to grow stronger. Start carefully, manage your positioning, and evolve your ship with powerful upgrades, unique amulets, and versatile weapons that completely change how you play. Key Features50+ Upgrades to Shape Your… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LasTar.

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  39. A 2D side-scrolling shooting adventure game. A curse has befallen the world, causing everyone to lose the ability to walk with their legs, requiring them to use the recoil of their weapons to move. Explore post-apocalyptic cities, defeat monsters, and search for the rumored sanctuary.  All you do is keep fighting! Defeat enemies in your way, challenge bosses, and move on to the next level!    Y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murmur of the void.

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  40. (IMPORTANT: I WILL CONTINUOUSLY EXPAND THE GAME WITH FREE CONTENT, INCLUDING CHARACTERS, LEVELS, ETC. MY MAIN GOAL IS TO TRANSLATE THE GAME INTO ALL LANGUAGES I KNOW!) Dual Force is a fast-paced 2D action adventure where the fate of the world rests on the shoulders of two warriors. An ancient and growing darkness threatens the realm, and the forces of evil grow stronger every day. The heroes are … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dual Force.

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  41. "Let the fragments reverberate within your being. Let the echoes from your soul vibrate within every living bodycell. Now, my child, you're whole again. Be it a good or a bad thing, we'll leave for you to choose." Echoes from the Soul is an adventure, explorative game. In here, our main character finds themselves in their marriage day, that is ruined by a sudden demon attack. T… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes From The Soul.

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  42. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    97% User Score Based on 64 reviews

    FOLLOW USFollow us for the latest info: About the Game Game OverviewWelcome to the Ranger, the spaceship that allows our heroes to travel between planets. In the Super Alloy universe, everyone aboard the Ranger is on a mission to find the ultimate cosmic treasure planet AE-38. In the Super Alloy universe, everyone aboard the Ranger is on a mission to find the ultimate cosmic tr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Alloy Crush.

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  43. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, monetization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    96% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    Out Now!Full Version Now Available. Thank You for Your Support! Continuous Updates About the Game《Book of Fei》 is a cute and casual idle RPG played directly on your computer desktop. The game interface appears at the bottom of your system desktop, offering adorable companionship during busy work hours! Explore Worlds, Battle and Work on Your DesktopAdventure through different regions in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Book of Fei.

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

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

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  45. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    The side story to the nightmare shooter NeverAwake is here! Why is this young girl being tormented by nightmares once again? Dive into a roguelite reimagination of the original with all-new features! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NeverAwake FLASHBACK.

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  46. 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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  47. Vampiress: Eternal Duet is a noir-style 3D side-scrolling action game where you play as a vampire lady, strategically switching between her vampiric and human forms. Engage in high-speed high-risk combat using blood as your ultimate resource. To find your long-lost sister, you must obey a mysterious broker and navigate a conflicted world. At the end of this bloody path lies your sister, a conspir… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 血姬:双生 (Vampiress: Eternal Duet).

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  48. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    78% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Chronos Dungeon is a dungeon crawler geared towards local multiplayer. Inspired by 16-bit classics, but enhanced with randomized modifiers making each level unique, Chronos Dungeon has players collecting loot and fighting side by side in an epic quest against the god that set the events of the main Oceanhorn saga in motion, Chronos himself. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oceanhorn: Chronos Dungeon.

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  49. About Breeding Grounds is an old school style dungeon crawler. The goal is to progress through various rooms and eventually defeat the final boss, the source of all monsters. You must be quick however, as the miasma leaking from monsters will cause constant damage to your health. You will be able to play as a few different classes, each with their own set of bonuses and drawbacks. Features 4 he… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breeding Grounds.

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  50. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    96% User Score Based on 26 reviews

    Buffet Knight’s skills are put to the test in the Golden Potluck content update! Can you hear the sound of shuffling cards, rolling dice, and jingling coins? Buffet Knight’s skills are on the table, his fortune tested in the Golden Potluck content update! Buffet Knight - Decadent Full Course + Original Soundtrack Buffet Knight - Decadent Full Course + Original Soundtrack Bundle A full meal… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Buffet Knight - Decadent Full Course.

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