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Games like River City Saga: Journey to the West

Games like River City Saga: Journey to the West

Games like River City Saga: Journey to the West

Looking for games like River City Saga: Journey to the West? Here are top platformer recommendations with a fantasy, comedy and historical focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Legends of Kingdom Rush, Monster Hunter Stories or River City Girls.

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  3. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    84% User Score Based on 2,228 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 23 reviews

    River City Girls stars Kyoko and Misako, two street-tough high-schoolers who must fight their way through the six regions of River City to rescue their kidnapped boyfriends, series mainstays Kunio and Riki. Along the way, they’ll utilize an arsenal of combos, counters, throws, and special attacks; battle an assortment of enemies; accept numerous side quests; level up with experience points; intera… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to River City Girls.

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  4. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 206 reviews

    Beloved Rapture is an indie jRPG inspired by the classics. Explore beautiful landscapes, fight in turn-based battles, and uncover many secrets. This mid-length adventure balances both an intimate coming of age story, and larger threats looming over the troubled kingdom. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beloved Rapture.

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  5. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 1,656 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 45 reviews

    Seven years after defeating Carlos Calaca, Juan Aguacate is forced to don his luchador mask again to face a new threat - this time to the very fabric of space and time. Punch your way through a whole new Metroid-vania style world and try to save the Mexiverse! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guacamelee! 2.

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  6. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, graphics
    75% User Score Based on 536 reviews

    200% Mixed Juice! is the 10th Anniversary game of Orange Juice, an old school RPG featuring a 200% mix of Orange Juice characters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 200% Mixed Juice!.

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  7. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 1,481 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 10 reviews

    The ultimate edition of Shantae: Half-Genie Hero comes with all of the previously released DLC, Modes, and Costumes in one epic collection! Includes an exclusive Blue Bathing Suit for use in Beach Mode! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shantae: Half-Genie Hero.

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  9. 67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    67% User Score Based on 532 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    A young Valkyrie who is entrusted with the fate of the world by the All-Father, the highest of gods and ruler of all creation, will face various enemies on her quest and must utilize a variety of weapons, magic and the power of her allies to prevent Ragnarok - the destruction of the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Valkyrie Elysium.

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  11. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization
    81% User Score Based on 1,980 reviews

    While a formidable evil emerges, an unexpected alliance is taking shape. It will take the finest warriors of Linirea and the relentless Dark Army to stop it. Beware! Though they may journey side by side the ever-changing winds of fate could swiftly alter their course. Prepare to harness the formidable might of dual heroes on the battlefield. This apple arcade-exclusive version of the game has the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD.

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  12. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 1,970 reviews

    Full story of the original with 8 new scenarios, 4 fan favorite characters, and 3 character classes from the Disgaea series. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Disgaea 5 Complete.

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  13. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    77% User Score Based on 735 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 5 reviews

    METAL SLUG is back with a brand new entry in the METAL SLUG universe. Discover a new side of the emblematic run'n'gun and jump into a dynamic tactical RPG with roguelike elements! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal Slug Tactics.

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  15. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 1,428 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 21 reviews

    Hard West 2 is a supernatural journey to the dark heart of the West. With a gun full of lead and a fistful of witchcraft, raise an outlaw posse and chase down the devil to take back what’s yours. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hard West 2.

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  16. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere
    70% User Score Based on 80 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 2 reviews

    Sparkster makes his triumphant arrival on next-gen consoles with Rocket Knight, an updated, hi-definition entry in the classic 2D side-scrolling rocket action series. Our favorite opossum hero returns home after 15 years to find the kingdom of Zephyrus in shambles. Use your wits and Sparkster’s trusty rocket pack to dodge and defeat a menacing wolf army threatening the lives of his people If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rocket Knight.

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  17. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 1,120 reviews

    Alyssa L'Salle was one of the top secret agents at the Agency of Peace & Intelligence on the Planet Araenu. But when she uncovers a horrible conspiracy, she has to go rogue in order to save the day! Can Alyssa save the galaxy when everyone (and everything) is out to stop her! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cosmic Star Heroine.

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  18. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    98% User Score Based on 7,640 reviews

    Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling is an adventure RPG following three heroes, Vi, Kabbu, and Leif, as they embark on an epic quest in Bugaria in search of treasure and immortality. The game combines flat objects with 3D physics as the player jumps and utilizes the heroes’ unique abilities to solve puzzles and stun enemies while exploring a variety of unique, colorful areas. Battles are turn-base… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling.

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  19. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 1,434 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 58 reviews

    The team behind the Bravely series and OCTOPATH TRAVELER return with BRAVELY DEFAULT II, coming exclusively to Nintendo Switch in 2020! Expect an exciting new story, a brand new world, and new Heroes of Light in this successor to the original Bravely Default. BRAVELY DEFAULT II will feature new music from Revo (Sound Horizon/Linked Horizon). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bravely Default 2.

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  21. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    73% User Score Based on 1,164 reviews
    Critic Score 69%Based on 7 reviews

    "Mega Man X Legacy Collection 2 also spans two gaming eras, showcasing the evolution of the series with Mega Man X5, Mega Man X6, Mega Man X7, and Mega Man X8. A third playable character, Axl, joins the cast in Mega Man X7 and Mega Man X8 as the series jumps into a new realm of 3D character models and environments." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mega Man X Legacy Collection 2.

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  22. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 59,443 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 15 reviews

    Buy Monster Hunter Rise on PlayStation Store. Rise to the challenge and join the hunt in this high-flying addition to the Monster Hunter series. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MONSTER HUNTER RISE.

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  23. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 978 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 2 reviews

    Picking up shortly after the original, River City Girls 2 once again put you in control of Misako and Kyoko - as well as Kunio, Riki, and a few new characters - as they set out on an all-new beat-'em-up adventure across the mean streets of River City. New moves, new enemies, new recruits, new environments, and the return of an old foe await, along with the same over-the-top sense of humor and adre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to River City Girls 2.

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  24. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    73% User Score Based on 578 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 27 reviews

    When Drill Knight and his dastardly digging crew blast apart Shovel Knight’s peaceful campsite and steal his loot, he grabs his trusty Shovel Blade and starts tunneling after them! Meet new friends and foes, visit strange lands, and outfit yourself in your quest to keep the entire land from collapsing underfoot! Jump, slash, and dig your way down an ever-changing chasm of mystery in Shovel Knight… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shovel Knight Dig.

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  25. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    83% User Score Based on 740 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 11 reviews

    Jack Move is a unique blend of gritty cyberpunk story telling, turn based battles and beautiful modern pixel art. Take on the role of Noa, a vigilante hacker who is thrust into a world of murder, kidnapping and dark research after her father goes missing. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jack Move.

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  26. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    71% User Score Based on 364 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

    Squeeze into your toga and slide on your sandals to rally the angry mobs of Okhlos and bring down the oppressive god of mythological Greece! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Okhlos: Omega.

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  27. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    90% User Score Based on 1,424 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 2 reviews

    Formerly referred to as Shantae 5, Shantae and the Seven Sirens sends the belly-dancing, hair-whipping, half-genie hero to a tropical island where Shantae and her friends encounter other Half-Genie allies, but they soon learn there’s trouble in paradise. As Shantae gets caught up in the island’s sinister secrets, she’ll use all-new dance abilities and instant-transformation Fusion Magic to explore… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shantae and the Seven Sirens.

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  28. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, grinding
    47% User Score Based on 350 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    99 Levels to Hell is a platform shooter with lots of guns, upgrades, magic, traps and monsters to kill. 99 Levels to Hell is a rogue-like-like, which means surviving is key and every time you play you get a new set of levels to play. When you complete 10 levels, the 10th being a boss-fight you unlock a door to the next dungeon. Hidden in the darkness of the dungeons are shops, casinos and elevato… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 99 Levels To Hell.

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  29. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 24,527 reviews
    Critic Score 100%Based on 3 reviews

    Buy Yakuza: Like a Dragon on PS4 and PS5. Confused and alone, Ichiban Kasuga embarks on a mission to discover the truth behind his family's betrayal. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yakuza: Like a Dragon.

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  30. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    97% User Score Based on 66,391 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 36 reviews

    Discover Hades II for PS5 on the official PlayStation website. Hades II, the first-ever sequel from Supergiant Games, builds on the best aspects of the original god-like rogue-like dungeon crawler in an all-new, action-packed, endlessly replayable experience rooted in the Underworld of Greek myth and its deep connections to the dawn of witchcraft. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hades II.

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  33. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    87% User Score Based on 239 reviews
    Critic Score 87%Based on 6 reviews

    Inspired by classic sci-fi movies, Beyond Galaxyland is an intergalactic, 2.5D adventure-RPG set among the stars. Step into the sneakers of high-schooler Doug, as he’s whisked away to ‘Galaxyland’ - a zoo-like solar system of planets - on an epic quest to save Earth itself. An all-new take on the beloved RPG adventures of old, prepare for a journey like no other, skyrocketing through teeming j… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond Galaxyland.

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  34. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 6,090 reviews
    Critic Score 91%Based on 28 reviews

    The Definitive Edition includes the critically acclaimed DRAGON QUEST XI, plus additional scenarios, orchestral soundtrack, 2D mode and more! Whether you are a longtime fan or a new adventurer, this is the ultimate DQXI experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Quest XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age.

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  35. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    98% User Score Based on 1,195 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 4 reviews

    Run, jump, and dash across a land inspired by Japanese mythology and explore the complicated relationships between kitsune and humans in this follow up to Super Bernie World. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kitsune Tails.

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  36. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    93% User Score Based on 2,088 reviews

    *This product is also contained within a bundle. Please take care not to purchase multiple copies of this product.* A remodeled 2D take on the fourth game in the world-renowned FINAL FANTASY series! Enjoy the timeless story told through charming retro graphics. All the magic of the original, with improved ease of play. The Kingdom of Baron sent their elite airship fleet, the Red Wings, to attack… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FINAL FANTASY IV.

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  37. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 3,011 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 14 reviews

    Jump, shoot, and slash your way through 30XX, the roguelike action platformer you can play with a friend! Explore lush, ever-changing worlds that mix precise platforming with fevered combat. Destroy fearsome Guardians. Master unique Powers. Rediscover the thousand years we've lost. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 30XX.

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  39. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 1,197 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 2 reviews

    Embark on an epic action-adventure as you slash, dash, and combo your way through a vast, vibrant world. Explore and uncover hidden secrets. Customize your build to triumph in spectacular boss battles. Experience a tale of mystery, magic, and mayhem in TEVI, a bullet hell metroidvania! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TEVI.

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  40. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    86% User Score Based on 978 reviews
    Critic Score 86%Based on 4 reviews

    The next chapter in the Disgaea saga. In Disgaea 7, the story is set in a world called "Hinomoto Netherworld Cluster," which is inspired by Japanese culture. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Disgaea 7: Vows of the Virtueless.

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  42. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    87% User Score Based on 2,811 reviews
    Critic Score 93%Based on 9 reviews

    The Glade of Dreams is in trouble once again! The nightmares multiplied and spread, creating new monsters even more terrifying than before! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rayman Legends.

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  43. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    85% User Score Based on 699 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 7 reviews

    The Double Dragon brothers return in this fresh addition to the iconic franchise. With roguelite elements, every playthrough is a chance at new action. Tag in with 2 of 4 starter characters or unlock 20 additional characters, each with their own special moves and playstyles. Online & Local Co-op. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise Of The Dragons.

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  44. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    85% User Score Based on 325 reviews

    FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake is an immersive, tactical turn-based RPG, placing you in command of the awe-inspiring Wanzers – powerful military machines.Assume the role of valiant pilots navigating treacherous battlefields, where the true realities of war come alive with every strategic maneuver. With a meticulously crafted narrative that surprises at every turn, the game showcases an extensive combat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FRONT MISSION 1st: Remake.

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  45. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    76% User Score Based on 2,656 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 55 reviews

    The World of Final Fantasy: Limited Edition features the game, special 24-Page Artbook showing off the stunning WORLD OF FINAL FANTASY creative direction, and extra digital bonus content including: Sephiroth summon - White Chocobo Choco-gallop to Grymoire's rescue on this rare, white chocobo. You can now also play the game with Japanese audio! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to World of Final Fantasy.

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  46. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 2,942 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 5 reviews

    Gravity Circuit is a flashy action packed 2D platformer in the spirit of console classics. Follow Kai, a lone operative war hero who harnesses the mysterious powers of the Gravity Circuit, on an adventure in a futuristic world inhabited by sentient robots. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gravity Circuit.

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  47. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    93% User Score Based on 998 reviews
    Critic Score 84%Based on 5 reviews

    Explore a stylized recreation of Shibuya, as you take on the role of Rindo to battle for survival and unravel the mysteries of the deadly “Reaper’s Game” in this new Action RPG and follow-up to the classic RPG hit "The World Ends with You." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to NEO: The World Ends with You.

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  48. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 1,823 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 19 reviews

    Embark on a brand new adventure with Shantae, the hair-whipping belly dancing genie. When she loses her magic, Shantae must team up with her nemesis, the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in order to save Sequin Land from an evil curse. As a pirate, Shantae gains new weapons to advance her quest, slay monsters, battle epic bosses…and hopefully get her magic back in the bargain! But can she really trust… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shantae and the Pirate's Curse.

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  49. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 4,778 reviews

    Freedom Planet is a combat-based platform adventure that pits a spunky dragon girl and her friends against an alien attack force. There's trouble around every turn, from insects to giant robots to sheer explosive destruction, but you'll have a variety of special fighting abilities to blast your way through each stage. As Lilac, you can use Dragon powers to whip enemies with your hair, spin like a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Freedom Planet.

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  50. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    77% User Score Based on 1,173 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 2 reviews

    Set off on a grand adventure in a fantasy world with the latest entry in the Rune Factory simulation RPG series. After losing their memory, the hero lands in a small town blessed by nature. There, they are recruited into a band of peacekeeping rangers, and their new life begins. In addition to their normal duties, the hero can farm the land, cast a line into the nearby river, and so much more! Tea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rune Factory 5.

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