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Games like Serious Sam: The Third Encounter

Games like Serious Sam: The Third Encounter

Games like Serious Sam: The Third Encounter

Looking for games like Serious Sam: The Third Encounter? Here are top arcade shooter recommendations with a science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Hurricane, Serious Sam 2 or Serious Sam 3: BFE.

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  1. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    95% User Score Based on 493 reviews
    Critic Score 91%Based on 2 reviews

    Serious Sam: The Second Encounter, the highly anticipated arcade action FPS sequel to the Serious Sam: The First Encounter, is a high-adrenaline arcade-action shooter heavily focused on frantic arcade-style single player action. In a world where cyberpunk meets fantasy-fiction and advanced technology is mixed with black magic and psycho-powers, Sam travels through the three beautiful worlds, confr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hurricane.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 3,843 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 3 reviews

    The iconic Serious Sam brings his trademark relentless intensity to this bigger, bolder, more colorful sequel to the classic Serious Sam: First and Second Encounters! Tasked with rescuing the universe one bullet at a time against overwhelming hordes of time traveling enemies, Serious Sam must battle through thick jungles, murky swamps, frozen tundra, and futuristic cities to bring down Mental and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serious Sam 2.

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  3. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    86% User Score Based on 8,378 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 3 reviews

    This bundle includes: - Serious Sam 3:BFE - Serious Sam 3: Jewel of the Nile - Serious Sam 3 Bonus Content DLC If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serious Sam 3: BFE.

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  4. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    89% User Score Based on 2,168 reviews

    Serious Sam Classics: Revolution is a unified version of the Croteam's original Serious Sam Classic: The First Encounter and Serious Sam Classic: The Second Encounter experience, which is currently in development by Alligator Pit, an indie development team made of Serious Sam fans with the support of Croteam. Serious Sam Classics: Revolution, along with newly developed content by Alligator Pit, al… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serious Sam Classics: Revolution.

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  5. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 2,054 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 2 reviews

    A first person shooter extravaganza where you take the role of Serious Sam, a badass killer whose goal is to defeat monsters commanded by Mental, an extraterrestrial entity that wants to destroy humanity. Serious Sam is a high-adrenaline arcade-action shooter heavily focused on frantic arcade-style single player action. In a world where cyberpunk meets fantasy-fiction and advanced technology is m… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serious Sam: The First Encounter.

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  6. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization
    93% User Score Based on 917 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 4 reviews

    Lock and load into the Starship Troopers universe and join the Mobile Infantry in the most realistic depiction of war ever made! Experience an original story in this action-packed, first-person retro shooter. Would you like to know more? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Starship Troopers: Ultimate Bug War!.

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  8. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 238 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 13 reviews

    NYC 2055: a city beyond salvation. Blast your way through this dense cyberpunk jungle in NEON INFERNO, an explosive fusion of 2D run-and-gun and gallery-shooter, and help the Family dominate its streets! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neon Inferno.

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  9. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, stability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    77% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    In 1992, following a series of mysterious deaths caused by wild animals, as well as strange sightings of cryptids in the sparsely populated and underdeveloped Amazon region of Acre, a special operations brigade from the Brazilian Military Police was sent to the area to gather intelligence. However, the situation took an unexpected turn for the soldiers, who soon found themselves cornered in the mi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Acre Crisis.

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  10. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    87% User Score Based on 84 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 7 reviews

    UFOs! Aliens! Aircrafts! Resistance! SHOOT 'EM UP! Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers is a spaceship shooter with 2D gameplay and 3D environment. Enjoy a smart combination of a fast-paced shooting experience and the 1950's sci-fi movies aesthetic, with live-action cutscenes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Squad 51 vs. the Flying Saucers.

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  11. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 2,044 reviews

    Serious Sam Fusion 2017 brings several Serious Sam games developed by Croteam to the latest in-house tech! Serious Sam Fusion 2017 is also a central hub for existing (and upcoming) Serious Sam games that will enable seamless integration of new engine features, patches, and upgrades. Games available in Serious Sam Fusion 2017 include: • Serious Sam HD: The First Encounter • Serious Sam HD: The Sec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serious Sam Fusion 2017.

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  12. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    47% User Score Based on 331 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 4 reviews

    Serious Sam: Shatterverse is a co-op roguelite FPS for 1 - 5 players. Blast through shifting universes, stack wild boons, bend the rules with run modifiers, and hunt Mental's deadliest forces. Fall fast. Come back louder. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serious Sam: Shatterverse.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 40 reviews

    G Warrior is a retro hardcore action shooting game. Pick up the gun in your hand and destroy all the robots and aliens. Fight in colorful scenes such as snowy mountains, caves, seas of fire, alien lairs, etc.! ! feature: – Takes you back to the nostalgic retro pixel style of the 1990s. – Pick up weapons and rush, jump, exciting adventures are waiting for you! – A variety of weapons an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to G WARRIOR.

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  14. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 3,258 reviews

    Explore game Journey to the Savage Planet for console from the official PlayStation website.Check out Journey to the Savage Planet features, news, videos, screen shots, and buy the game now from PlayStation Store. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Journey to the Savage Planet.

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  16. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    92% User Score Based on 173,007 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 2 reviews

    The seeds of our future are sown in his past. For the first time ever, The Master Chief’s entire story is on one console. Featuring a re-mastered Halo 2: Anniversary, along with Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary, Halo 3, and Halo 4, new digital series, Halo: Nightfall, and access to the Halo 5: Guardians Beta, this is the definitive Halo experience. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halo: The Master Chief Collection.

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  17. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    88% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    Operation Hardcore is an action-packed 2D side-scrolling shooter inspired by classic twitchy action games of yesteryear, but with modern touches and conveniences. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Operation Hardcore.

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  18. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    77% User Score Based on 3,148 reviews
    Critic Score 45%Based on 1 reviews

    Star Control is a space role-playing game in which you command Earth's first interstellar starship on a mission to save the Earth from hostile alien empires. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Control: Origins.

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  19. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    81% User Score Based on 860 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 5 reviews

    Ghat's story is far from over: Zeno Clash 2 picks up where the deliciously brazen first game left off. After 4 years of waiting, the sequel to the surreal first-person brawler brings more variety in combat and levels, and even more bizarre storytelling into the beguiling world of Zenozoik. Join forces with your former foe Rimat and battle against scores of angry denizens, preventing their dastardl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zeno Clash 2.

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  20. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    92% User Score Based on 123 reviews

    Juanito Arcade Mayhem revives all the retro classics using the mechanics made popular by Super Pang. Don your finest pyjamas and help Juanito defend our favorite games from the alien Clonocell invasion! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcade Mayhem Juanito.

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  21. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    76% User Score Based on 1,484 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Plan your strategy and undertake real-time combat missions, in this sequel to the best-selling tactical game, Red Solstice! The Red Solstice 2: Survivors Ultimate Edition contains the base game, as well as all previously released DLCs, including new story lines, classes, maps and much more! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Red Solstice 2: Survivors.

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  22. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    84% User Score Based on 1,612 reviews
    Critic Score 82%Based on 1 reviews

    Serious Sam returns in his first ever VR adventure to dual wield an overwhelming amount of explosive ordinance and battle Mental’s relentless hordes in Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope. The Earth Defense Force is crumbling under the crushing offensive of Mental and his legions of savage warriors and beasts. Now the galaxy’s last hope must battle from planet to planet – pilling up and upgrading his ar… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Serious Sam VR: The Last Hope.

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  23. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 27,116 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 6 reviews

    In a city where information is heavily monitored, couriers called Runners transport sensitive data. In this seemingly utopian paradise, a crime has been committed, and you are being hunted. You are a Runner called Faith and this innovative first-person action-adventure is your story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mirror's Edge.

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  24. Spacepunk Survival is a multiplayer, first-person shooter game where you must survive hordes of deadly aliens in a derelict space station, all of that with beautiful and dark retro aesthetics. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spacepunk Survival.

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  25. After the last human war, gases were spread through the atmosphere making it unbreathable, pushing the richest to flee to orbital colonies and the others to take refuge underground. Get ready to fight giant Insects for the future of humanity ! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hexapoda.

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

    Dinosaurs return in this on-rails action shooter with a feral twist! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tailbreak.

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  27. BadLands RoadTrip is a physics-based shooter, open world RPG where you build your own weapons to fight against the robot apocalypse! Assemble your gun to fit your own playstyle. Go at it alone or join your friends via LAN multiplayer. Go on quests, or just fiddle around with gun setups all day! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BadLands RoadTrip.

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  28. Blast aliens and fight dragons in this action-packed retro-style space shooter! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guntech 2.

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  29. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    95% User Score Based on 108 reviews

    Now UPDATED to an enhanced version — 'RELOADED' — with a brand-new Rogue-lite Career mode! StoryThirty years have passed since the first battle against the alien menace in Project X. Now, the threat has returned—stronger, smarter, and more relentless than ever. Project X: Light Years brings back high-octane, side-scrolling shoot’em-up action as the official successor to the beloved Amiga cla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project X: Light Years.

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

    Zombies Attack is a retro pixel action game. Pick up your weapons and fight your way through the terrifying zombies! ! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombies Attack.

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  31. Fight against a rogue artificial intelligence and save humanity from becoming slaves to machines! Put on your VR headset, become a Galactic Ranger, and journey into deep space. Blast through waves of robots with powerful blasters, shotguns, and other crazy weapons, just like in the classic arcade games! Always stay prepared! Hordes of robots are relentlessly advancing, and their attacks grow mor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ROBOCRACY.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 262 reviews

    Roadmap About the GameThose who control crypto-mining — control the world. And only two real men can stop this madness — BRUTAL JOHN and BRUTAL DOG. Experience BRUTAL JOHN 2, a mind-blowing fusion of the best old-school FPS shooters, like Duke Nukem, Serious Sam, Doom, and Half-Life. Immerse yourself in a heart-stopping, ultraviolent gaming experience that's sure to get your adrenalin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BRUTAL JOHN 2.

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  33. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, monetization
    85% User Score Based on 105 reviews
    Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

    Space Elite Force II is a classic side scrolling gaming experience with many enemies, explosions and upgrades for your ship. Have fun defeating bosses, upgrading your ship and blowing up enemies, alone or with a friend in local co-op mode. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Elite Force 2.

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  34. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics
    91% User Score Based on 287 reviews

    From the team that brought you Aleph One, the classic sci-fi FPS Marathon 2: Durandal from Bungie on Mac revived for modern hardware by the fan community. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Classic Marathon 2.

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  35. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    70% User Score Based on 90 reviews

    EMBRACE THE RAMPAGE EvilVEvil is a fast-paced first-person vampire shooter that rewards you for mowing through hordes of enemies without remorse. The game features a cast of badass vampires, each with powerful abilities and a heavy dose of attitude. Shoot your way through their story as you uncover the plans of the evil Zagreus and his devoted cultists. Features Unveil the Dark Conspiracy Immerse … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EvilVEvil.

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

    Lock and load with Strike Force Delta in this action-packed sci-fi FPS! Play solo or team up to blast through hordes of Gacrux alien invaders, save humanity’s colonies, and dominate intense PvP showdowns. Gear up, soldier, and get ready to lead the Assault on Proxima! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Assault On Proxima.

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    99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    99% User Score Based on 90 reviews

    A fast paced silly cutegore FPS! Earth has been taken over by demons. A catgirl codenamed MeowMeow fights back! MEOW, GUN, CLAW and BLOW UP hordes of evil demons, zombies, and other monsters in colorful environments with tons of weapons! The game runs on the FTEQW engine. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hell Denizen.

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    43%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    69% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    [Media 2155352] CRUSH is an action pack twin stick shooter for PC. Set way in the future. CRUSH is the "Greatest Intergalactic Gun Show!" in the universe. Hundreds will die for the... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CRUSH.

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  40. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 18,154 reviews
    Critic Score 76%Based on 7 reviews

    You are the leader of an elite squad of Republic Commandos, your mission is to infiltrate, dominate, and ultimately, annihilate the enemy. Your squad will follow your orders and your lead, working together as a team - instinctively, intelligently, instantly. You are their leader. They are your weapon. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Star Wars Republic Commando.

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  41. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    84% User Score Based on 1,716 reviews

    Enjoy fast-paced multiplayer gaming with Deathmatch Classic. Valve's tribute to the work of id software, DMC invites players to grab their rocket launchers and put their reflexes to the test in a collection of futuristic settings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deathmatch Classic.

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  42. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    85% User Score Based on 40 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    An old robot named H-34-RT wakes up in a derelict space station orbiting his home planet. His civilization was destroyed long ago by evil O'Xelg, but he has yet to figure that out. After an initial shock, he decides to follow his old defense routines: that means fighting the invaders, even if he is alone now. Lazy Galaxy: Rebel Story is a challenging, squad-based shoot-em-up/bullet hell roguelite… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lazy Galaxy: Rebel Story.

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  45. 84%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    84% User Score Based on 232 reviews

    Ghostware is a retro-fps combining the lore-heavy plot and exploration of adventure games with the fast action of '90s shooters. You and other ghosts have been trapped inside an arena FPS created by a wizard's unwillingness to overcome his nostalgia. Escape the past, shoot your way out. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GHOSTWARE: Arena of the Dead.

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  46. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    90% User Score Based on 556 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

    Mighty Goose is a fast paced run & gun shooter starring a bounty hunter Goose. Use epic weapons and devastating war machines to battle against screen filling bosses and hordes of enemies! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mighty Goose.

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  47. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    79% User Score Based on 544 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Jump into the frenzied action and the whacky humor of a pure 2.5D side-scroller! While they were going to their old high school for what was supposed to be the party of their life, four long-time friends end up in a ghost town full of monstrous creatures. Alone or in cooperative mode (4 players online and 2 in local play), survive hordes of monsters ready to skin you alive and achieve unique and v… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Final Exam.

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    87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 2,618 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    An inventive tower defense/ first person shooter hybrid that pits elite soldier Skye against various forms of alien life on a small set of unique maps. Skye must build and upgrade defensive structures while jumping into the fray to help her creations take down the hostile invaders. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sanctum.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    85% User Score Based on 468 reviews

    Built for PC, Enemy Mind lets you battle your way through 70+ waves of challenging enemies. Deftly maneuver over twenty unique ships, each with different abilities for you to harness. Backed by an all-new chip-emulated soundtrack by the psychoacoustic artist Rainbow Kitten, Enemy Mind features an adaptive story system as innovative as its gameplay. Are you ready to unlock the secrets of Enemy Mind… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Enemy Mind.

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  50. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    89% User Score Based on 4,948 reviews
    Critic Score 75%Based on 1 reviews

    Halo-inspired. Compete in classic Deathmatch & CTF or be the zombie in Infection & devour corpses to level up. Vehicles. Destructible & constructible environments. Zombie survival. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Murder Miners.

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