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  1. Nebulast is a game created by me in a week for Brackeys Gamejam 2025.1.  This project is a game that takes inspiration from Galaga and Galaxian, while still having many original mechanics.  Try to beat my score: 70880 Files Attached are the Windows, Linux (seemingly broken for some reason) and MacOS versions of the game, as well as the playable browser version. Only Windows and HTML version … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nebulast.

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  2. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    There will eventually be 30 games. Here's what I have so far and how to play: 1. Paper Fleet - Use WASD or the arrow keys to fly paper airplanes. If you fly into a floating cube a new plane is added for you to control. Grow your fleet as much as you can before crashing 2. Sugar Ants - Click and drag with the mouse to move the candy around and lure the ants into the cup. Try to avoid the sticky tra… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Games.

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  3. 30%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Old-school twin-stick arcade shooter where enemies spawn to the beat of the music, made casual enough to fit into your lunch break. Easy to get going, challenging to finish, and nearly impossible to master the highscore. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Dance.

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  4. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    Welcome to Combat Chopper, an 80s helicopter combat flight simulator for Pico-8! Pilot your P8 64k Apachi armored attack helicopter on a series of missions destroying key targets in enemy territory. Getting started Training mode Use the "Training" mode to practice controlling the helicopter before trying to take on any missions. You will need to be comfortable with keeping low, stopping and hoveri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Combat Chopper.

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  5. 31%Game Brain Score
    31% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    This game was initially submitted to Craftpix jam 2025-2 jam with the theme "Cute but dangerous". I fixed and tweaked it afterwards for the Game Off 2025 jam with the theme "waves". Both jams overlapped and the game versions submitted to each jam were fully developed within the jam period. Spoilers There are two sections of the game after you go through the "Prologue" you will enable the secon… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Turtle.

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  6. 34%Game Brain Score
    34% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    In this NES-styled top-down shooter, you control a ship sent on a mission to destroy a group of dangerous inflating aliens, who threaten to inflate the earth until it explodes. Will you manage to explode them first? This game was originally made for the GMTK Game Jam 2024 under 96 hours. This is the first time I ever participated in a game jam. Despite the game's scope being small, It was still v… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Inflators.

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  7. 30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Made in ±2 days for the first IndieTale Jam ! Thème : One Room.Linux & mac version below. How to avoid known bonjour gs below. Board the train of date while you relive the événements of a funest night. In this dark murder mystery game, you'll investigate a train with strange passengers to answer two questions : how did you die and can you prevent it from happening ? Length : 10 minWARNING known bu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Last ticket for Eternity.

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  8. Chickens is a level-based puzzle-game that gives players a chance to solve problems in a new way. It presents bizarre problems that require bizarre solutions. The chickens must negotiate their way through a series of complicated spaghetti junctions of pipes (which are controlled by the player) in order to reach the end of the game. Not only do they have to deal with the threat of the evil d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chickens.

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  9. Welcome to Tanks Assemble - the top-down RTS where armchair general meets armchair designer! Choose from a variety of engines, hulls, and turrets to customize your army to your heart's content. Control all buildings on the map to win! Controls WASD or Arrow Keys - move camera Mouse Wheel - zoom in/out Left-Click Drag - select units Right Click - command selected units to move Q - toggle show/hide … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tanks, Assemble!.

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  10. About:You Probably Won't Die is a zombie survival game where you play as someone trapped on a desert island and must survive 7 waves of monsters that arrive via the Sea that surrounds said desert island. How to Play:Upon starting and in between each wave you have a 30 seconds grace period where you can use your Axe, to chop down Trees to get Wood which you can then use to build yourself a temporar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to You Probably Won't Die.

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  11. Objects are falling from the sky! Dodge crates, pliers, wrenches and girders while collecting valuable money, gold coins and diamonds! Controls: FunctionPlayer 1Player 2Menu Control↑↓←→ KeysUnusedMenu OKZ KeyUnusedCheat Code InputX Key (Hold)UnusedMove←and → KeysS and D Keys Rules: Objects fall from the top of the screen. Move left and right to avoid the dangerous ones and collect the bonuses.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Danger! Falling Objects.

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    Slamoids! is an intense, re-playable, single player arcade score-chaser. Dodge and shoot slamoids as they hurtle across the screen, while also avoiding the ever growing and shrinking red ring that surrounds you. Slamoids! is a perfect coffee break game for when you only have a few minutes to spare. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slamoids!.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music
    80% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Box cat is the most cute in the world! An action platformer game using various boxes, Box Cat! Box Cat is an adventure story in a strange world where everything is boxed. Find out the Goal Box to avoid monsters and obstacles by wearing various boxes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BoxCat.

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  14. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    74% User Score Based on 61 reviews

    Bring peace to the universe in this simple but challenging casual survival game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Blue Fighter.

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  15. Made in Godot 4 for Godot Wild Jam #54 - Curses. See Theme Elements below. The Witches blast you with curse words to destroy your soul. They are the Devil's minions. The Devil has dragged your soul down to this strange place to exact payment for a deal made so long ago that you have mostly forgotten about. You are now the Devil's plaything. If you can pass the test, you might just get out of this … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Witches And The Devil.

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  16. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Gominolo suddenly realized that the invading army had withdrawn. - "Perfect! I have won! I am an ace throwing stones!"  Happy and proud, he ran down the stairs of the tower to speak to the King and wait for his reward. Upon arrival, everything looked calm and the monarch on his throne, quiet, very still. He went to speak to him but did not receive an answer. He got closer, and when he tou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons of Gomilandia (ZX Spectrum).

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  17. Twinstack is a puzzle game that challenges your multitasking skills. The goal of the game is to clear columns and balance the stack of blocks. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twinstack.

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  18. WANT MORE VAMPIRE GAMES?Harrowed World is the shared setting and franchise of a growing number of video games and (soon) books. Check out our FREE gothic vampire visual novel, that acts a precursor to this very game. Find 'Harrowed World: What's Past Is Portents' and other Harrowed World games using the 'Check out the entire Harrowed World collection on Steam' link above. Step into a dark and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Harrowed World: Dracula Fallen.

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  19. Participation in the tri-jam on 08/06/2025 as part of our video game studies at the Haute École Albert Jacquard (Namur, Belgium). We were two in the making of this small game, and it took us approximately 3 hours each for the design, programming, and integration. The game lacks polish, but we are happy to have something playable. Description: An allied airship carrying highly sensitive pack… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Interception.

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  20. 2D Retro Style Orbital Space Arcade Shooter Game Defend the solar system from total destruction due to uncontrolled Radial Fusion that is triggered by enemy mines and weapons. Game Screen Scaling: The screen size can be scaled by using the <Page Up> and <Page Down> keys. Game Levels 1-6: The game is won by destroying all Descending Enemy Fusion Weapons (Blue).  The game is los… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Radial Fusion.

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  21. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    ~ ROTORNALIA ~ Search for clues! Rotate the blocks & guess what's inside! Detonate the mines before it's too late! But watch out... there may be surprises lurking around the corner! Made for Falling Block Jam 2025 in Godot Engine 4.4! A unique blend of logical deduction games like Minesweeper and action puzzlers like Panel de Pon! Wow! ~ CREDITS ~ Muzak Efron: Programming + Design + Graphics … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ROTORNALIA.

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  22. This is a platformer game where you play as a man named George who fell asleep in the factory where he works. The security guy didn't notice him and locked the door, so you have to find the way out and learn the truth about this factory. In every level, you need to collect 4 keys in order to unlock a door and proceed to the next level. Coins act as hp when you hit spikes or enemies. Jump on enemie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to George Escapes The Factory.

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  23. Built for the Game Maker's Toolkit 2017 Game Jam Description: This game is "Run Away, Robot!". You're a defective robot trying to escape from a factory plant without getting caught by the other robots. The controls are WASD to move (a joystick will work as well, but is not guaranteed, as most of testing took place with the keyboard). Moving decreases energy, the yellow bar on the left. When your e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Run Away, Robot!.

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  24. Rotoflex Test your reflexes in this fast-paced game! Destroy the targets before you are overrun! Can you reach level 6? Can you score more than 100,000 points? How long can you survive? Made for the Kenney Jam 2021 (topic: 'rotation'). My first game jam (and first game on itch.io) ever! Gameplay Destroy the targets! Aim your rotating crosshair on the targets. In order to destroy the targets, your … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rotoflex.

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  25. Bubble_up! Bubble up was made for the brakeys game jam 2021.1    By Midhil  (Leo_red) Credits: Game engine: GDevelop 5 Graphics: Inkscape, kenny assets (For the inner icon for the buttons) SFX: leshy's SFMaker Special thanks to the GDevelop community HOW TO PLAY? This is a game were you are a circle (bubble as I like to call it) and you are in a endless world, were loots and parts drop (Out of no … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bubble up!.

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  26. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    Sometime in the mid-1980s development began on a technology that, had it gone to market, would have changed video gaming as we know it.  A complete virtual-reality system meant for arcades, utilizing twin head-mounted vector monitors of the type used in games such as Battlezone, Tempest and Star Wars. Sadly, funding for the project dried up before it reached completion, and the first game for the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VekWars.

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  27. 41%Game Brain Score
    41% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    REORDERED is a puzzle game inspired by the concept of out-of-order delivery in computer networking where the player must reorder the letters of a message sent from an antenna to another to form another word. PICO-8 BBS post: https://www.lexaloffle.com/bbs/?tid=47639 Code repository: https://github.com/hsandt/ggj2018-Transmission Run the game To play the web version, just click on the embedded game… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to REORDERED.

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  28. Made for Ludum Dare 50 Compo (Theme: "Delay the inevitable") Take control of Crisis Bot, an automated repair robot that is deployed in times of crisis! Repair Fractures in your deployment area as quickly as you can, trying to stave off inevitable destruction! Anyone else would tremble in fear, but not you! It's not in your programming! -- CONTROLS -- W/Up: Move up A/Left: Move left S/Down: Move… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crisis Bot (Ludum Dare 50).

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  29. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Pseuthe (pronounced 'soothe') is an abstract audio / visual experience, with casual game play elements.Take on the role of a proterozoic plankton with the sole aim of survival - absorb and consume the healthy microbes whilst avoiding those detrimental to your health. If you don't eat you will slowly starve to death, and colliding with obstacles will also reduce your health. The game ends once you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pseuthe.

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  30. Built for the Game Maker's Toolkit 2017 Game Jam Description: This game is "Run Away, Robot!". You're a defective robot trying to escape from a factory plant without getting caught by the other robots. The controls are WASD to move (a joystick will work as well, but is not guaranteed, as most of testing took place with the keyboard). Moving decreases energy, the yellow bar on the left. When your e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Run Away, Robot!.

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  31. PLOT! is the solo developed, action precision platformer that has it all: Frustrating Jumps Annoying Traps Pesky Enemies Hard Earned CollectablesAll rendered in glorious, buttery smooth 3D! You have 90 seconds to: Find The Key Then find The Lock Finally, find The Door - which leads out of one level and into the next... * Collect Gems to increase the time available. * Collect Hearts to re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PLOT!.

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  32. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Have you ever wanted both Tetris and Minesweeper? Well, here it is. (This isn't the first; kertisjones made one about two years ago, you can find it here. Props to him for inspiration for the finer details and mechanics. Also, the music on his is way better than mine.) In order to clear a row, as in Tetris, you have to fill it with pieces, and correctly solve (reveal or flag) all the tiles in th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tetrisweeper.

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  33. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    [Headphones Recommended!] Submission for the Spooky 2D Game Jam. My second ever Game Jam attempt, made in 48 hours. Enjoy! -crompo You find yourself stranded in a malfunctioning spaceship. With an unknown alien Attacker banging at your windows, you must use your remaining defenses sparingly in order to buy time for your ship to make it to its destination, so that you can use the escape pod. CONTRO… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breach.

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  34. 57%Game Brain Score
    57% User Score Based on 9 reviews

    When I was 10 years old I got a C64 and thought it could be programmed in natural language. I literally wrote something like: "I want a game where I am a plumber who needs to avoid barrels that Kong launches,  by jumping them. I need to reach the top of the screen, I can get a hammer etc..." Unfortunately I only got a syntax error in exchange of my passionate description of the game. 35 years late… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Donkey Kong Redux.

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  35. The world is dangerous. Anyone can starve, get eaten, lost, outcompeted or outrun  - and the answer to all these problems is to evolve! Look down upon your beings like a god and watch them struggle to survive over the generations. Join them yourself and see how long your bloodline survives! Fill the world with deadly predators, or give your creatures free reign in a paradise. The choice is yours! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dynasty.

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  36. U Snooze, U Booze! - LudemDare Version The alcohol won't stop coming in, your brain starts to fight against you, how long can you last before you pass out? About the game: This game was made to be a submission for LudemDare 40 - Compo, which was held between December 2nd - 3rd, 2017. The topic for the game-jam was:  "The more you have, the worse it is." Game Design: In order to comply with the Lud… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to U Snooze, U Booze! - LudemDare Version.

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  37. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Kudzundheit was submitted to the Ludum Dare game jam #34 with the theme of Evolution. It features a lone Airstream owner who just wants to get a good night's rest.  But the kudzu is out there, growing, evolving, ever moving closer...  Fortunately, he has a jetpack and a super-shotgun loaded with weedkiller rounds!  But watch out, that pesky kudzu is known to evolve and change, and you must use th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kudzundheit - Ludum Dare Game Jam #34.

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  38. A first person survival 3D game made by Anagh's World for Trijam #153, Mini Jam #98, Godot Wild Jam #41 and Wasted Resources This game is developed in support of preventing Global Warming. Healing the planet starts in your garage, in your kitchen, and at your dining room table. Here is how you can do it: 45+ Easy and Simple Ways To Stop Global Warming and Reduce Earth’s Temperature Please Note: If… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Empty Ocean World.

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  39. This is a simple platformer where you guide yourself through the hazards and into the goal. Simple enough? Now here's the catch: you have to switch the platform on and off in order to complete the level. Are you up to the task? Currently this game has 15 levels, and if there are demands, I might create some more! You can play the game in the browser (using Unity WebGL), or you can also download it… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Switchables.

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  40. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Controls The arrow keys move each character up down, left and right. Z is used to switch between characters. X to shoot a magic beam. CTRL+R to reset the cartridge. Rules You control three characters standing in front of the gate of the Castle. The enemy army marches toward the right - if a soldier reaches the steps, it's Game Over! Player Characters There are three characters on screen y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Defenders.

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  41. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 5 reviews

    This game was made for the Godot Wild Jam #80 where it won FIRST PLACE! Thank you, Godot Wild community! WE RECOMMEND PLAYING FULLSCREEN IN THE WEB VERSION FOR BETTER MOUSE CONTROL Post-Jam Build now available! FIXES AND ADDITIONS Restarting tutorial missions will no longer make the dialogue repeat Animated dialogue portraits in the tutorial Level order has been changed so easier levels are… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rick Flannel's Stunt Coordinator Coordinator.

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  42. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    99% User Score Based on 373 reviews

    Egg Squeeze is a biological intuition test where you squeeze eggs for as long as you can without breaking them. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Egg Squeeze.

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  43. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    78% User Score Based on 691 reviews

    Dodge! Shoot! Go faster! Break the sound barrier in this unbelievably fast game and go straight for the first place in the leaderboard of Barrier X! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BARRIER X.

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  44. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 349 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 11 reviews

    She Remembered Caterpillars is a fungipunk fantasy about love, loss, and holding on, told in the format of a colour-based puzzle game. A tale as the bond between parent and child, this lush and bewildering title will have players testing their wits against a variety of challenges, some devious, and others outright nefarious, but all beautiful and very, very strange. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to She Remembered Caterpillars.

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    36%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    36% User Score Based on 362 reviews

    $1 Ride is a casual game with a fast paced, timing and reflex testing game-play style. Travel through space at warp speed! Collect power ups to increase your speed or risk your fuel to collect money, missiles and more. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to $1 Ride.

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    68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    68% User Score Based on 50 reviews

    Neptune Flux is a story-driven, open world adventure game set in a sci-fi ocean full of mystery and haunting beauty. Discover supernatural wreck sites, ancient artifacts, and dark secrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neptune Flux.

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  47. 48%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    47% User Score Based on 38 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

    Phantom Trigger is a Hardcore Neon Slasher with RPG and Roguelike elements. Figure out what's real as you follow the story of Stan on a journey through surreal and twisted worlds. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Phantom Trigger.

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  48. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    64% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    If there are two cubes left in the world, one of them will want to kill another. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to S.P.I.C.E Arena.

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  49. NOTE: The Maze Game will scroll the web browser window.  It is best played in full screen mode(arrows in the bottom right of the game screen to switch to full screen mode).  Everything else should work just fine in full screen mode as well :) This game is simply titled "Breathing Exercises" for now Each game has some basic instructions before entering the game room for that practice and/or game. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breathing Exercises.

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  50. 54%Game Brain Score
    54% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Crashlanded on an alien planet, you have nothing but the power of scavenged spaceship wreckage to make it through an onslaught of extraterrestrial bugs - it's just a shame that all that cool tech keeps getting in the way. Will you remain blissfully ignorant of all the pointless information beamed straight into your visor, or will you perish by walking into a worm you couldn't see behind all the sm… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SPACEPUNK.

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