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  1. Skill warrior Game controls W,A,S,D or the ARROW KEYS to move around.1 to switch weapons2 to switch your primary element.MOUSE_POSITION controls where your weapon aims.Left click/SPACE_BAR to attack. The Lore Main Character: Fawkes Country: Land of Siph Fawkes faces the Demon King and his corrupted brother, kills a few of his soldier, but gets fucked, because he is a noob, by the beast.  Preamb… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skull Warrior.

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  2. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    75% User Score Based on 234 reviews
    Critic Score 53%Based on 7 reviews

    Cross of the Dutchman is an action adventure game based on the true story of the folk legend 'Pier Gerlofs Donia'. The story takes place in medieval Western Europe, in the province of Frisia, near the turn of the 16th century. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cross of the Dutchman.

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  3. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Lasso Quest - play in browser or download below A game by Jacob Fairfield - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jake-f-862468a3  Overview Lasso Quest is a 3D adventure game where a Kind spirited cowboy and his loyal horse use their lasso skills to save a world in ruin. Through kindness-driven choices, players earn and upgrade their lasso to solve environmental puzzles, reconnecting a fractured land… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lasso Quest.

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  4. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    84% User Score Based on 109 reviews

    Heavy Metal! Deep Combo System! Lot of Cinematics! Discover Legendary Warriors Forged in War! Destroy the dark empire! and save the world of his tiranity!!! Dark or Light?! Only one will Survive!!! Prepare your sword! And Anihilate all your enemies! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hack and Slash Fury.

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  5. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 55 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

    Onion Force is a hybrid Tower Defense/Action Adventure game with 30 levels of butt-puckering mayhem! Use cunning and strategy to strengthen your team chosen from a diverse cast of characters, and hang on to your seat as you try to save the last king from his doom! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Onion Force.

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  6. 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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  7. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Notice: Web build is outdated at the moment, it is the 1.1 version, it still plays fine but I made a few bug fixes in version 1.2. If the web build did not work for you, try using firefox. If all fails you can download the files and play locally. I highly suggest downloading the 1.2 version of the game as I fixed some annoying bugs. Controls: - press left and right to move in that direction, you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Falling Sky.

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  8. The kingdom needs your help!An evil wizard is attacking and only you can stop him!   In this action-packed and fast-paced 2D platformer, you are playing as a simple farmer with magical powers and your goal is to kill the evil wizard. But your enemy is no ordinary wizard. As a master alchemist he was able to create a potion that made him immortal. So now your only way of saving your kingdom i… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bizarre Showdown.

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  9. Generia by Darkovika Note: This game is on HIATUS. It will be returned to, though there is yet to be a date. Also, last I was aware, it doesn't really work. I apologize for the mess, but I am thankful for those who are patient.  This game is in early, early early Alpha. It does not always work. It is in SLOW progress, as well. There may be long periods between updates. Summary You play as Harold, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Generia.

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  10. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    87% User Score Based on 101 reviews

    The Game Winner of Swedish Game Awards Best Design and Best Audio 2024! FleshBound is a fast paced and blood pumping demon-slaying speed running action platformer with a unique “splatterpunk” aesthetic. Traverse unique and dangerous environments by utilizing abilities like dash, wall-run and grapple.  Explore the environment vertically through launchpads and see the world from a different perspe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FleshBound.

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  11. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    96% User Score Based on 108 reviews

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

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  12. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    P.O.W.D.E.R. - Powder On Wild Days Explodes Randomly Play as a delivery elf who must maneuver around obstacles to prevent his package from bursting and deliver it to one of many towns. You can consume the exploded powder to get a buff, but things might get even worse... How long will you resist before giving in to the powder's appeal? Gameplay Whenever one of your powder keg explodes, it is turned… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to P.O.W.D.E.R..

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  13. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 202 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 9 reviews

    A sidescrolling stunt game, based on Pumped BMX 2 for mobile platforms, Pumped BMX+ is retooled for consoles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pumped BMX+.

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    75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    75% User Score Based on 118 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Poöf has been tricked by accepting a golden laying kitten. But the precious kitty makes all the greedy monsters envious. Survive waves of monsters trying to steal your revenue! Poöf vs the cursed kitty is a mix between tower defense, and platforming action, a game focused on hardcore gameplay, tight controls and choices, inspired by games such as Mario Bros Arcade Game, Orcs Must Die and Super Cr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Poöf.

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  15. A cross-platform twin-stick shooter and bullet hellish game. It's designed as a pickup game you can play in 3-5 minutes when you just wanna shoot a lot of bullets and dodge just as many. Survive as many waves as possible and pickup a few power-ups along the way (.. ahem... you'll need them). Enemies increase in number and difficulty as waves progress. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Final Storm.

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  16. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    87% User Score Based on 55 reviews

    Legacy of the Elder Star is a mouse-driven shoot 'em up for the rest of us. You are the Cosmonaut, an eternal cosmic hero who must shatter the robotic Infinite Legion and rekindle a dying star! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legacy of the Elder Star.

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  17. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 270 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    You are the sword; cut down your foes with steel and thunder. You are the wings; explore the skies and uncover unreachable mysteries. Embark on a journey through a vicious world ruled by darkness and imperial tyranny - the lands of Blackmist. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armed with Wings Rearmed.

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  18. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    71% User Score Based on 160 reviews

    Perseus: Titan Slayer is an over-the-top hack and slash, rogue-like adventure that focuses on depth and branching choices which allow for multiple unique runs. Branching choices allow for custom runs and many opportunities to play again and try new builds. Wield a Sword, Dagger, Bow, or Katana, each with their own special abilities. Feel like a real Olympian and explore the secrets of each weapon.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Perseus: Titan Slayer.

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  19. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    70% User Score Based on 462 reviews

    FACE IT is a game about facing the most challenging feelings of the human experience. It uses a dark atmosphere combining classic platformer mechanics with survival dynamics to bring the feeling of wandering in the deepest and darkest places of the mind and soul.Defeat Ghosts with the power of your inner light.Face dangerous traps in a challenging platformer experience.Find your way through mazes … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Face It - A game to fight inner demons.

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    67%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    67% User Score Based on 506 reviews

    Welcome to the first puppet show RPG! Participate in battling a ton of foes, buy new upgrades, cast magic and recruit new Heroes. Or just sit back and enjoy the show as your Heroes fight on their own while you watch or do other things. But just remember that you still need to make sure your heroes are strong enough before you leave them to their own, especially if you are about to face a Boss! Enj… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tap Heroes.

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  21. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization
    72% User Score Based on 148 reviews

    Lead your band of heroes to a war against Tetracorp corporation in this shooting game. Build your frontline strategy in the battlefield and kill your enemy from all sides. Take your weapons from a huge arsenal and level up your soldiers with unique skills. Limitless ops action in the best shooter game. Do you accept the challenge? Are you the hero this world war needs? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cover Fire.

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  24. 42%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    42% User Score Based on 325 reviews

    Draw Slasher is the unique demanding and dynamic action packed beat'em up you need only a mouse to play. Cut, slice, snip, sever, chop, shear and trim hordes of Pirate Monkey Zombies™. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Draw Slasher.

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  25. A first person arcade style game with low poly art. You play as a wizard with a selection of six different abilities, and try to get a high score against growing waves of monsters. ABILITIES: As a wizard you have access to six different magical abilities that you can swap between every round. Fire: A powerful attack to damage all enemies within a radius. Time: An ability that lets you stop time f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wizard Game.

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  26. Mitosis Mercenary - Cell Wars Jam Game Jam Entry for Trijam #354 You are a white blood cell warrior. Defend the body against an endless onslaught of viruses, bacteria, and other pathogens. Grow stronger through mitosis, collect powerful upgrades, and survive the final wave to achieve victory! Can you grow strong enough to survive the final wave? About the Game Mitosis Mercenary is a top-dow… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mitosis Mercenary.

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  27. Made for the Pirate Jam 16 - Theme: "You are the Weapon"   You play as a Ghost Dragon who is bound to the world by his horde of treasure. But many monsters filled with greed want the treasure for themselves. You'll have to possess them to fight back to ensure the safety of your treasure and your soul... Controls: WASD to moveLeft Click to attackIf you get stuck on wave 5, press L. There is a bug … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Dragon's Requiem.

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  28. Dicey Spooky Quest is a haunting runner game set in a medieval world inhabited by spirits of all kinds. You play as a mysterious knight, fighting their way through terrorizing monsters to collect souls.Faced at the start of the run with the Dice of Fate, randomised numbers are granted by the relics, leaving the player with the choice of what stat allocate the numbers to. Choosing a high number fo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dicey Spooky Quest.

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  29. Created for GMTK Jam 2024. The idea was to make an Metroidvania. Sadly, as is usually the case with overscoping, most of the content that makes the game a game couldn't get in. A good chunk of the development time actually went into making the basic mechanics and the level editor, so I made sure to include them in the web version as well (even if without the ability to save your creation). Usage … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hollow Cheese.

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  30. Run Like Hell is a side-scrolling rhythm game that seamlessly combines rhythm and action mechanics to make an interactive, satisfying player experience Your core objective is simple - blast your way through the underworld armies and prevent them from completing the hole they are attempting to rip through to attack the human race. You play as Uriel, an archangel of vengeance who works as a vigilant… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Run Like Hell.

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  31. Welcome to Dr Baggos Super Weapon! It's like Katamari Damacy... but with guns! You play as the creature developed in Dr Baggos laboratory. Your special ability? You can control weapons... with your mind! Aiding on your mission to bring the world to it's knees is your power to JOIN TOGETHER and become one with the gun (or as you will soon see... be one with dozens of firearms  at once!) Controls: W… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dr Baggos Super Weapon.

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  32. Retro Rebound was created for the GamesForLove Game Jam 1: Pixel Arcade https://itch.io/jam/gfl-jams-1 Backstory  (Click Here) Our amazing team of 8 people from across the globe have been working hard to make something special! Drawing inspiration from the mid 80s classic Commodore 64 game Arkanoid, our team have remade this historical 2D game with some twists. Bombs will make you loose a life, yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Rebound.

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  33. Controls: As the player, your goal is to reach the top of the tower. Use the ‘A’ and ‘D’ keys to move left and right. Press Space to jump. Press the left mouse button to use your special boost action Press ‘P’ to pause Demo Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PQ3uVxo8uA4 Story Setting: “The Hero Knight has stumbled across the fabled Tower of Treasure. Help him climb to the top to claim the tre… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hero Knight.

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  34. Prisoner 17 is a dynamic first-person action platformer (In Death Run mode). In which you have to play the role of a prisoner who got a chance at redemption. Pass all the tests and get the freedom you deserve. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PRISONER 17.

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  35. NOTE: Make sure to play the game in full screen as there are some strange mouse input issues In Scout, you have to fight enemies and plan your attacks to avoid running out of ammo as each weapon has only 1 magazine. These weapons are quite deadly and follow the rules of physics. You also have access to a drone which can be used to plan out your attacks so that you can stay safe. Additional abiliti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scout - Final Major Project.

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  36. Instruction: You will start at the introduction. Once the sign animation ends or you press "esc," you will be able to start playing. Clicking "Play" will bring you to the character select screen where you will use WASD to move the puck over the character you want and then pressing spacebar to select the character. After selection is complete, the game will bring you to the “Vs” screen where you wi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Momentous JAM!.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, graphics
    100% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    Unbodied, a small adventure in which you play a skeleton whose body has been stolen. Control your magic wand, solve all the puzzles and find all the spells to finish with the powerful wizard and thus, recover what is yours.Puzzles, Puzzles, Puzzles!Strange charactersA final boss that, although encountered early on (spoiler), can't be defeated until the end.You’re a skeleton with a magic wand. Pret… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unbodied.

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  38. What happens when Golf + Tower Defense + Magic in Virtual Reality? Welcome to IgKnight Golf Defender where you are armed with a magical golf hammer that can launch cannonball that explodes or magical attacks. This virtual reality game uses a golfing-like physics and tower defense mechanics to create a unique experience. There are 50 waves to defend against the invading demon army. Practise your… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IgKnight Golf Defender.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    99% User Score Based on 122 reviews

    Join Our Discord About the GameFeatures: · Simplified RTS + Tribute to Classics · Deep Strategy and Independent Controls · Unique Boss Fights ❤️Local Co-op As a die-hard RTS fan, I know the complex controls can be daunting for some players. That's why I aimed to create an RTS game that's easy to control yet rich in strategy and action. Here, you control just one mech. It can walk, shoo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Frontline Crisis.

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  40. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    57% User Score Based on 97 reviews

    Astro Looter is an combination of roguelike, survival and tower defense with mining element. Follow armored heroes like the domineering Storm Striker, Air Colonel, or Trauma Specialist across various planets to plunder regional minerals. Utilize weapons, orbital bombardments, airdropped defense towers, and lucky airdrops to eliminate the ever-emerging alien bugs and retreat successfully. Upgrade y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astro Looter: Survivor.

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  41. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    96% User Score Based on 24 reviews

    NOTE: This is the Android version of the game. If you are looking for the PC version, please check the Steam page here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2696760/Starlight_Legacy/ Return to the style of 16-bit JRPGs in Starlight Legacy, a non-linear adventure inspired by genre classics! Set in a post-medieval world in the Evaria Kingdom, explore a vast kingdom created with lush 2D pixel art, a n… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starlight Legacy (Android Version).

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  42. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    57% User Score Based on 201 reviews

    Embark on an epic adventure to save the lands. Form a party by selecting 4 different adventurers from a pool of over 12 unique classes. Battle your way through the cursed lands scaling the highest mountains and exploring the darkest dungeons. Face more than 30 unique challenging bosses in order to reach the capital of the kingdom. Trade and interact with other travelers, influence their fate and d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unforgiving Trials: The Darkest Crusade.

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  43. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    38% User Score Based on 415 reviews

    In this tug-of-war, casual defense game, you play Leonidas who is the hero-king of Sparta, against hordes of attacking zombies in Thermopylae. Recruit allies and build defenses to stop them! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spartans Vs Zombies Defense.

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  44. 47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    47% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    Arson & Plunder is a 2D arcade/beat'em up adventure based on the genre classics of the 90's. The classic gameplay has been brought up to speed with the latest developments and trends! In typical beat'em up style, playing an orc or elf you wade through hordes of enemies out to kill you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arson & Plunder: Unleashed.

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    53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music
    53% User Score Based on 66 reviews

    Transform your fate! Gather the spirits of fallen heroes, morph between them and fight for your life in this rock hard dungeon crawler. Chain elemental hero powers to counter and crush enemy hordes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MetaMorph.

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  46. 68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    66% User Score Based on 344 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Discover Nahucan, a world inhabited by masked beings. You're Itorah, the only human in this strange place. Explore, fight and survive as you save Nahucan from its biggest threat, the black plague. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ITORAH.

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  48. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    78% User Score Based on 100 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 6 reviews

    Story of a Gladiator is an arena beat 'em up where you take the role of a man in search of his destiny, only to find it in the sands of the colosseum. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Story of a Gladiator.

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  49. 62%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    62% User Score Based on 65 reviews

    Ah... love, Love... How beautifully in one word. My mind is racing, my stomach flutter butterflies, heart racing. Are you willing to do anything to give a million cherries, collect all the jewels and even save your favorite? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FoxyLand.

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  50. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    98% User Score Based on 44 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 9 reviews

    Leap, slash, splash! You are the overpowered ninja hero Shadow Bug! Save your home forest from the evil factory by slicing monsters to pieces. Shadow Bug is a new kind of platformer game with emphasis on action and speedrunning. The control scheme of the game is specifically designed for all the game modes on Nintendo Switch. You play as Shadow Bug and try to stop the evil factory from pollutin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Bug.

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