Games like Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master
Looking for games like Shinobi III: Return of the Ninja Master? Here are top hack and slash recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Gunstar Heroes, Ecco: The Tides of Time or Golden Axe II.
- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics85% User Score 54 reviewsCritic Score 60%1 reviews
The Gunstar family are the protectors of the planet Gunstar 9. After many years of peace, vicious dictator Colonel Red kidnapped the Gunstar twins’ older brother and used mind control to make him his slave. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gunstar Heroes.
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- 45%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay45% User Score 15 reviews
Ecco must stop the Vortex! He is “the stone that splits the stream of time.” He now faces his most dangerous quest yet. For it is not just his dolphin pod at stake, but the Earth and all living beings! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ecco: The Tides of Time.
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- 47%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story80% User Score 10 reviews
The Lord of Darkness, Dark Guld, has arisen again. Wielding the famous Golden Axe, he has destroyed entire countries with his evil clan, forcing the world into chaos. Once again, three brave warriors stand up to face the oppressors, and won’t rest until the Golden Axe is returned to its rightful place. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Axe II.
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Ben and Andy, the two top Special Service agents have accepted a very dangerous assignment – the elimination of Mr.K and his Artificial Life System. Mr. K plans to rid the earth of human life forms using the killer robots he’s created, and no one but Ben and Andy can stop him! Help them to infiltrate the chilling futuristic city, place Clystron bombs and get out before they blow. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crack Down™.
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- 45%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability45% User Score 18 reviews
Unjust deaths were dealt upon nine of history’s greatest and most influential warriors, and the future now stands at the brink of chaos. The Eternal Champion has summoned the souls of the nine and placed them in competition. The winner will be rewarded a second chance to prevent their own death, and in doing so restore balance to a desperate world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eternal Champions.
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- 54%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, storyMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability82% User Score 11 reviewsCritic Score 65%2 reviews
Just UpdatedAll SEGA MegaDrive/Genesis titles now launch using the new SEGA MegaDrive/Genesis Interactive Hub, with all new features, UI and Steam Workshop Support! About the GameThe land of Yuria has been invaded and is now ruled by the iron fist of Death Adder, who secured his throne by seizing the Golden Axe™. Three brave warriors now rise to the challenge of defeating Death Adder and his so… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Axe.
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- 57%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:musicMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay57% User Score 30 reviews
The evil tyrant Greedy holds the galaxy of Valdi under a reign of terror, spreading misery and darkness. But from the depths of space comes Ristar, a shining shooting star who is destined for greatness. Only his special powers can restore happiness to the solar system once again. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ristar.
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- 57%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:musicMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization57% User Score 14 reviews
You are Nigel, an elf and treasure hunter extraordinaire. Assisted by his new partner Friday, Nigel will travel to a distant island in a search of a legendary treasure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Landstalker: The Treasures of King Nole.
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- 34%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphereMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, gameplay34% User Score 8 reviews
I am David Lander, swordsman in the service of the great King Frederick of Whitewood. A few days ago, I was sent by my lord to an audience with King Weeden of this land of Green Row. Trembling, King Weeden informed me that his townspeople have been disappearing daily. Neither the astrological charts nor even the king’s own oracle can explain. Green Row has always been a safe and charming land. N… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Light Crusader.
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- 42%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:story, stability42% User Score 11 reviews
The battle-simulation game has gone haywire! All contestants inside the system are trapped and frozen on the battlefields, and the androids are reprogrammed to become hi-tech killing machines! It's up to three brave fighters to rescue hostages, and to destroy the central computer of the system, the Brain. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gain Ground.
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- 63%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, monetization100% User Score 14 reviews
Sketch Turner is in it up to his inkwell. Mortus is drawing horrendous creatures to battle Sketch in every panel of the strip. If Mortus destroys Sketch, that megalomaniac mutant will become real and Earth will be doomed to his rule! But there is hope. Now that he’s a comic book superhero, Sketch can kick some serious butt. Instantly, Sketch can fight like a one-man mercenary platoon! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Comix Zone.
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- 62%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:music, stability62% User Score 28 reviews
By the year 2049, Earth has been turned into a toxic waste dump. Humankind has fled into space leaving behind an army of mechanized “Orbots” to clean up the mess. But when the Orbot leader “WarHead” goes haywire and starts a global revolt against the humans, it falls on the shoulders of the last Orbot loyal to its human masters to save the planet. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vectorman.
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- 67%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:music, stability67% User Score 30 reviews
Heady Metal, the boss of the arcade game Wild Side, has escaped! He’s capturing kids by defeating them at their own game. Take Kid Chameleon into WildSide and give Heady metal and his gruesome underlings a taste of their own aspirin. Because Kid Chameleon is about to cause a few headaches of his own! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kid Chameleon.
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- 69%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics100% User Score 20 reviews
The land of Rune, in the kingdom of Guardiana, has been at peace for centuries, until the hordes of Runefaust attack. Now, the evil forces of Runefaust are spotted near the Gate of the Ancients. As a young swordsman of Guardiana, find out what Runefaust is after, stop their ambition, and bring back peace to the land of Rune. The fate of the world depends on the Shining Force™ and you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shining Force.
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- 53%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics90% User Score 10 reviews
Athena, the daughter of Zeus, has been captured by the wicked Neff, God of the Underworld, and is being held captive. Summoned from the dead by Zeus himself, it is up to you now to clear five rounds of underlings before taking on Neff, in what promises to be the most gruelling of challenges. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Altered Beast™.
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- 67%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:humor, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics97% User Score 15 reviewsCritic Score 80%1 reviews
Mr. X and the Syndicate are back, this time taking Adam hostage! Take on the role of Axel, Blaze, Skate, or Max to rescue Adam, and destroy Mr. X once and for all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Streets of Rage 2.
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- 46%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:music, story89% User Score 9 reviewsCritic Score 30%1 reviews
Life was an adventure for Ecco, the young dolphin. The ocean seemed endless with rolling breakers to race through! At high speed Ecco could burst through the waves leaping through the air – almost flying! Until one day, all of that changed. A freak whirlpool of air and water tore the life from Ecco’s home leaving Ecco all alone. Now he must fight to stay alive, while traversing the vast ocean in s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ecco the Dolphin.
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- 78%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics97% User Score 31 reviews
Streets of Rage is a side-scrolling beat 'em up video game developed and published by Sega in 1991 for Mega Drive/Genesis. It is the first installment of the Bare Knuckle/Streets of Rage series which was followed by Streets of Rage 2 and Streets of Rage 3. The game was converted to Game Gear, Sega CD and Master System. In 2007, the game was released for the Wii's Virtual Console in North America a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Streets of Rage.
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- 31%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, stability31% User Score 8 reviews
Princess Jessa, along with the loyal knight Mortred, has gone missing in the vicinity of the Labyrinth. King Drake and his aides have no clue as to where she is. As Mortred’s son, join forces with Milo and Pyra in a quest to find the princess. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shining in the Darkness.
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- 35%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:music, stability67% User Score 3 reviews
Somewhere there is a place called the Endless Sea. There lives a giant whale named Big Blue. To find Big Blue, you have to open the Crystal Doors called Glyphs. To open the Crystal Doors, you must satisfy their wish. Guide Ecco and his friends to swim through the ocean and find Big Blue. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ecco Jr..
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- 42%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:musicMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, gameplay42% User Score 11 reviews
The monsters are attacking the quiet town of Xenobia. Guide Leo and Priscilla to wipe out the monsters using the Legendary Weapons. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wonder Boy III: Monster Lair.
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- 40%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:musicMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, story40% User Score 5 reviews
The peaceful and prosperous solar system Junos was located at the end of the Milky Way. Those who called its five planets home had no idea what was about to happen... Halcyon, ruler of the Fourth Empire, had Junos marked as its final target in the galactic massacre, and had sent the bulk of his attacking force in with a single purpose – the elimination of all life forms in the system, and the cons… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Force II.
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- 63%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:musicMost mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics98% User Score 16 reviews
As a student of Astral the wizard, you and your friends study all the usual subjects: reading, writing, and sword fighting. As your time at school draws to an end, dark events are taking place on the island of Grans. The two Jewels which seal the Door to Darkness have been stolen, allowing a creature of awesome power to be unleashed. Finding where the Jewels were taken, and why, is a task only the… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shining Force II.
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- 47%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability47% User Score 26 reviews
The whole Kidd family is upset! Alex’s father, King Thor, is missing, and they suspect he has been kidnapped by Ashra, the mean ruler of the planet Paperock. Alex speeds to Paperock to investigate, but the creatures of Paperock decide to hinder his efforts and try to keep him away from Sky Castle, Ashra’s hideaway. Luckily Alex knows how to jump, punch and kick his way through the most stubborn of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alex Kidd in the Enchanted Castle.
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To take revenge against Tsarkon over his father’s death, the prince must collect the eight Rings of Good hidden throughout the land. Out-hack and out-smart Tsarkon’s minions while collecting the hidden Rings until you reach the final bastion where Tsarkon waits. Defeat Tsarkon and banish evil from the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sword of Vermilion.
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- 60%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, story100% User Score 11 reviews
ToeJam & Earl is an early 1990s dungeon crawler. The game features two alien rappers, who have crash-landed on Earth and parodies 1980s urban culture. The game's design was heavily influenced by the role-playing video game Rogue, and took from it such features as the random generation of levels and items. Played from a 2D-top-down perspective the game contains both single-player and two-player coo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ToeJam & Earl.
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- 75%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability75% User Score 60 reviews
The Revenge of Shinobi, known as The Super Shinobi in Japan, is the continuation of Shadow Dancer - the arcade sequel to Shinobi. The game was the first Shinobi title developed exclusively for home consoles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Revenge of Shinobi.
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- 57%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music92% User Score 13 reviews
Shadow Dancer is a one-player game in which you control Shinobi. With the help of your dog, you must kill your enemies while you venture through locations such as airports, railroads, waterfalls, sewers, and more. Furthermore, you must find and disarm several bombs along the way before you leave each. You also have the option of using magic against enemies, which may consist of tornadoes or fireba… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shadow Dancer.
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- 76%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability76% User Score 7,235 reviews
Sega's collection of Mega Drive & Genesis Classics comes to a new generation, now updated with even more features: online multiplayer, achievements, mirror mode, rewind, save states, VR and more! Over 50 classic games in one great package. Get into the classics! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sega Mega Drive and Genesis Classics.
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- 40%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics40% User Score 11 reviews
Just UpdatedAll SEGA MegaDrive/Genesis titles now launch using the new SEGA MegaDrive/Genesis Interactive Hub, with all new features, UI and Steam Workshop Support! About the GameThe peaceful planet of Funkotron has been invaded by... Earthlings, of all people! They are scaring and annoying the inhabitants. Control ToeJam & Earl™ to capture all Earthlings and send them back to the planet Ea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ToeJam & Earl in Panic on Funkotron.
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- 59%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story100% User Score 10 reviews
Dr. Robotnik is changing the jolly folk of Beanville into devious little robots that will help rid Planet Mobius of music and fun forever. Group the beans together to help them escape, and compete against Robotnik’s wily henchbots! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dr. Robotnik's Mean Bean Machine.
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- 81%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, story85% User Score 2,823 reviewsCritic Score 78%34 reviews
An Amazon exclusive limited Edition for PS4 and Xbox One that includes a 9" Mega Man Statue and a 4" E-Tank, powered by a USB cord and AC adapter, illuminating Mega Man's helmet and Buster weapon when powered-up. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mega Man Legacy Collection.
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- 77%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability77% User Score 59 reviews
Chaos is spreading across the land once again as the Prince of Darkness arises to conquer the world. To stop him and retrieve the legendary Golden Axe, four heroes step forward to accept the challenge. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golden Axe III.
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- 39%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:music, stability39% User Score 7 reviews
The game features a 2D side-scrolling shoot 'em up style of gameplay and the character chosen by the player can be moved in 8 directions by the D-Pad. The player can move, shoot, dodge, and block. To block an enemy projectile, the player must place the power star in the path of the projectile. There is also an array of different weapons at the ships' disposal. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bio-Hazard Battle.
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- 92%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, storyMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization92% User Score 1,007 reviews
Spark the electric jester is an action/platformer video game heavily based on best classics from the 16-bit era from both sides of the aisle. You play as Spark, an electric jester frustrated by the loss of his job! On one beautiful day, robots decided to take over the world. Seeing as Spark’s job was taken by a robot, he decided this was the perfect opportunity for his revenge! Spark will have to … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Spark the Electric Jester.
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- 83%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability86% User Score 1,182 reviewsCritic Score 80%37 reviews
The world has been taken over by synthetic lifeforms. A desperate plea for help sets Shadow on a journey to uncover what started the path to perpetual ruin. Slash through the techno hordes, leap past traps, and nimbly navigate the ruins of Mekacity. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cyber Shadow.
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- 72%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability70% User Score 2,098 reviewsCritic Score 78%3 reviews
Walk the path of a young warrior caught between the forces of Good and Evil. Defy a dark god and heal an ancient Persian kingdom of a deadly dark plague to save the world If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Prince of Persia The Forgotten Sands.
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- 38%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, musicMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, story38% User Score 12 reviews
Just who are these guys? Mobo and Robo are the coolest villains you'll ever meet- they rob banks, museums (and innocent computer gamers of their sanity). One evening whilst watching TV a mysterious stranger appeared on screen. "Good Evening Boys I've got a job for you... My businesses are being robbed and I need you to test my security systems... Deliver the goods and I'll reward you." Take contr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bonanza Bros..
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- 45%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay45% User Score 15 reviews
A call for help comes from deep in the universe. Fantasyland has been taken over by destructive forces. Quick on the scene is Space Harrier equipped with his laser, who must attempt to outwit and outmanoeuvre the hoards and prevent Fantasyland from being blown into oblivion! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Harrier II.
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- 85%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability85% User Score 4,487 reviews
Sega's collection of Mega Drive & Genesis Classics comes to a new generation, now updated with even more features: online multiplayer, achievements, mirror mode, rewind, save states, VR and more! Over 50 classic games in one great package. Get into the classics! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sega Mega Drive & Genesis Classics.
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- 82%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability83% User Score 2,602 reviewsCritic Score 81%9 reviews
Strider Hiryu, the original assassin that inspired many third person action titles returns in a completely new game for a new generation of gamers as he takes on the Grand Master Meio. Use an arsenal of moves and weapons against your enemies whilst slicing your way through a massive interconnected game world. From scorching enemies to freezing them in their tracks or deflecting a host of bullets, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Strider.
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- 92%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability93% User Score 7,619 reviewsCritic Score 90%4 reviews
Punch your way through the Streets of Rage once again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Streets of Rage 4.
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Arrange the blocks of jewels falling from the top of the screen. If three or more jewels of the same colour are lined up vertically, horizontally, or diagonally, they disappear. Don’t allow them to pile up to the top, or you will lose the game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Columns.
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- 89%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability91% User Score 1,904 reviewsCritic Score 86%48 reviews
Includes: SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance - Pre-Order Bonus: the Original Arcade Outfit, Fortune Hunter Amulet If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SHINOBI: Art of Vengeance.
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- 82%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, graphicsMost mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization83% User Score 1,356 reviewsCritic Score 81%17 reviews
Will feature eight classic Castlevania games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castlevania Anniversary Collection.
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- 76%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization74% User Score 1,045 reviewsCritic Score 85%1 reviews
Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams is a platform game developed by Black Forest Games for Microsoft Windows. It is the successor to the 1987 Commodore 64 title The Great Giana Sisters and sequel to the 2009 re-imagining Giana Sisters DS. The game was funded through crowdfunding website Kickstarter, reaching its goal of $150,000. In addition to the Windows release, a console port has been released on… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Giana Sisters: Twisted Dreams.
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- 68%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay68% User Score 51 reviews
Dr. Eggman (AKA Dr. Robotnik) is once again turning the animals of Mobius into robots using his monstrous contraption, the Veg-O-Fortress. Only Sonic can penetrate the Pinball Defense System to free the animals, retrieve the Chaos Emeralds, and put a stop to Dr. Eggman’s fiendish plans! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sonic Spinball™.
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- 76%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability73% User Score 5,708 reviewsCritic Score 81%7 reviews
Gabriel Belmont learns of a mask with the power to raise the dead and sets out on a mission to obtain it to bring his recently murdered wife back from the dead. Lords of Shadow builds upon the combat systems first explored in this series in 2003's Lament of Innocence and adds more violent kills to the mix. Inspiration for these changes seems to have come from 2005's God of War. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castlevania: Lords of Shadow.
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- 84%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding88% User Score 3,150 reviewsCritic Score 80%47 reviews
The Blue Bomber returns to stop the evil Dr. Wily’s ambitions once again If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mega Man 11.
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- 84%Game Brain ScoreMost mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplayMost mentioned negative aspects:stability90% User Score 852 reviewsCritic Score 70%3 reviews
Blazing Chrome is a classic co-op run 'n gun with an original arcade feel. Players can choose between Mavra, the badass human resistance, soldier or Doyle, the groovy rebel robot, to kick some metal ass. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blazing Chrome.
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