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Looking for games like shoot out your life? Here are top action recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Istrit Payter 2025, Neon Space Ball or Bee My Samurai.

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  1. About Meme to Game. Istrit Payter (2025) — Web/Mobile Game Project Non Emulator, Non Mugen, Non Game Engine. Just in Pure Javascript Meme created by: Iji Developed by: Robert Andrei Bardoquillo Project Started: September 2025 Status: Under Development.  Latest Update: December 23, 2025 (Only Malupiton and Golem are available) I am a self-taught programmer. I just started learning codi… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Istrit Payter 2025.

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  2. Neon Space Ball is a fast-paced, physics-based platformer set in a neon-lit futuristic world. Guide your ball through rotating platforms, avoid deadly obstacles, and navigate challenging levels to reach the goal. With intuitive controls, vibrant visuals, and exciting level mechanics, the game offers a mix of strategy, precision, and reflex-based gameplay. The game features a unique life system … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neon Space Ball.

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  3. What is it? This is my short platformer game for the Samurai Game Jam 2024. You should help samurai fight evil bees. I was looking for a game idea for this jam and suddenly it all started to come together. I hope you will like it. I borrowed some mechanics from an old NES game called "Doki! Doki! Yūenchi: Crazy Land Daisakusen".  The fewer lives a player has, the stronger his projectiles become, s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bee My Samurai.

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  4. /!\ Please make sure to read the following description before playing as I didn't have enough time to add an in-game tutorial T_T /!\ Controls Arrow Keys: Turn Left / Turn Right Spacebar: Activate Nitro R Key: Respawn if you get stuck B Key: Brake to drift!!!!! Thanks to the GMTK Jam staff for the incredible work! TAXI LOOPER Developed for the 2025 GMTK Game Jam! Welco… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Taxi Looper.

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  5. Opalescence is a colorful arcade-style top-down shooter in which you collect points and fight and avoid enemies to get a high score.Goal:play, earn points, get high score, buy upgrades, repeatOpalescence:A chromatic effect, commonly found in opal, in which colors reflected off an object depend on viewing angle Opalescence is a colorful bullet-hell in which you collect points, fight enemies, and do… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Opalescence.

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  6. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    C.H.A.I.R. Champions 0.3.2.3 ### JAPANESE TRANSLATION NOW AVAILABLE! ### Controls: PLAYER 1: move: arrows/controller d-pad/left analog stick Sit/stand: Enter/controller A button Player 2: move: W-A-S-D (Z-Q-S-D for French language)/controller d-pad/left analog stick sit/stand: E/Space/controller A button Choose one of 17 different characters (4 secret characters), buckle up on one o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CHAIR Champions 0.3.2.3.

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  7. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    C.H.A.I.R. Champions 0.3.2.1 ### JAPANESE TRANSLATION NOW AVAILABLE! Happy Halloween! The spooky season has begun & the night has come to CHAIR Champions! All characters are dressed up until October 31st and the Trick or Treat mode is available! ### Controls: PLAYER 1: move: arrows/controller d-pad/left analog stick Sit/stand: Enter/controller A button Player 2: move: W-A-S-D (Z-… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CHAIR Champions 0.3.2.1.

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  8. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    PURGATION SWORDSTORM is a single-stage bullet hell game about playing dangerously. You are BONE ACE, pilot of the B1000 BONE, an experimental fighter that SHOOTS SWORDS. Your mission is to ERADICATE GHOULS and RESCUE LOST SOULS. This project was developed in 6 days for the TWG Discord's 3rd game jam. The prompt was “hold your ghouls close”, which inspired a slightly spooky shmup with an emphasis … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Purgation Swordstorm.

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  9. 53%Game Brain Score
    53% User Score Based on 4 reviews

    StarGiraf is an Atari 2600 space shooter featuring a mutant Giraffe with an incredibly long neck and the ability to shoot lasers. So it's definitively the "perfect beast" for space! How to play - Use arrow keys to move around, and avoid getting hit by the flying enemies.- Press "X" to shoot lasers (you can hold down the button for continuous fire) Looking for a challenge? My best score is… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to StarGiraf (Atari 2600).

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  10. Game Demo Development Game title – HALO 64 When creating my game, I decided to recreate the final mission from halo reach called Lone wolf. The objective of the mission is to survive and kill as many enemies as possible until you die. I changed this up a little bit and made it so that you have 3 lives and once you lose all 3 lives the game will pop up with game over and you can play again. You … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Halo 64 - 2D Games Programming.

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  11. VERSION: "December 24, 2024 June 21, 2025" aka V.2.0 This is an demo version of Reginangel: Blooms Reborn in Night. Many content here is subject to change. It is unlikely that content here will be final. ⚠ WARNING ⚠ This game may not run smoothly on high resolutions and could start bugging or slowing down due to this. Make sure your device has a proper graphic card before playing as well, or er… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reginangel: Blooms Reborn in Night (DEMO 2.0).

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  12. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    73% User Score Based on 352 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 22 reviews

    Guide two brothers on an epic fairy tale filled with discovery, loss, adventure, and mystery. With their father suffering from a deadly illness, two brothers must bravely set out to find the “Water of Life,” the one cure that can save him. With no option for failure the brothers must rely on each other using their individual skills to protect one another and overcome the obstacles ahead in this … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons Remake.

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  13. 58%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    73% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    ASTROSMASH® was originally designed by John Sohl for the Intellivision® console in 1981 and quickly became one of the most popular games of its time. It sold more than a million copies and earned its spot in the top-5 best-selling Intellivision® games ever. In this space-themed game, players use a laser cannon to destroy incoming meteors, bombs, and other targets. In ASTROSMASH® you control a las… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASTROSMASH.

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  14. Version 1.1Fixed a bug in hard mode where you spawn inside the walls. Living inside the walls is not recommended, so I made it impossible :pVERSION 1.0 is finally here!!!!!!!!! Fight as Amatsuka Uto together with Bao the whale agains an evil gloop monster that took the shape of Bao! Do this with your trusty shotgun and dashing around the obstacles by using it's recoil in this action platformer! A… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tenshi With A Shotgun.

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  15. DESCRIPTION A pixelated 2D cat adventure where you explore your house, farm, nearby forest, and market while collecting pumpkins and dueling an evil cat. You balance risky conversations and resource management as you upgrade to work toward the 500 pumpkin goal. Win fights to multiply your pumpkins, lose and watch them get stolen. CURRENT GAMEPLAY You play as the white cat. Gather pumpkins in … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ninth Life.

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  16. How to play Shmoopy is an arcade style shoot 'em up (shmup) inspired by 1981's arcade shooter Galaga. Take control of your blue spaceship and combat your way through waves of aliens to face the final challenge: Shmoopy. Rules In Shmoopy, enemies approach in waves, shooting at and trying to collide with the player. Your ship has lives —when you get hit by an enemy or an enemy bullet, you lose … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shmoopy.

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  17. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Astro Aegis is an asteroids-like game where the player traverses space around a planet and clears it of pesky asteroids! The game features a rock-paper-scissors set of weapons and targets, where the player must rotate between the appropriate weapon for the asteroids they're trying to clear. [NOTE]: Astro Aegis is a twin-stick shooter. While keyboard controls are supported, a gamepad is highly reco… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Astro Aegis.

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  18. 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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  19. Exam Game Project Golf!KIT109 Exam game project; Student ID: 584774. Basic Controls: Click and hold to shoot.Turbo for (limited) speed boost with Space bar (Cooldown Added).Press Q to return to main menu/title screen at any time.Press R to retry/reset the level at any time.Use 1-9 keys to auto-switch between levels: Normal ControlsBlack HolesMaze and CinemachineBreakable DoorCheckpointsTripwire… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exam Game Project Golf!.

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  20. A game that I made for Quantron. This was a failed Ludum Dare 53 entry, now finally finished. You can still visit the Ludum Dare page if you want to see the original version. Please read this post for why it took so long and is still broken. WARNING: This game is hard. And contains flashing screen effects. Press "F" on the title screen to toggle them. How to play Player 1 WASD = Move/Jump Space … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quantron's Game.

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  21. 49%Game Brain Score
    49% User Score Based on 8 reviews

    Foxy Misfortunes A simple top-down shooter game made in Castle Game Engine for Lewdie Jam, 2021. Content warning This game contains material suitable only for mature audience (cartoon nudity, mild suggestive themes). You can play this game only if you are a legal adult. Optional censored mode (off by default) removes the unnecessary detail from the graphics but doesn't change the mature nature… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Foxy Misfortunes.

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  22. Ponpoko was originally created as an Arcade game by sigma enterprises. Now I am trying to give it a fresh new coat of paint by making a 3D recreation. Controls: WASD for basic movement Space bar to jump X to quit while in a game Ver 1.05 (March 7 2023)Can gain an extra life midlevel instead of only after a level Ver 1.04 (January 29 2023) The enter/return key is now used to leave the leaderboard … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ponpoko 3D.

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  24. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    81% User Score Based on 54 reviews
    Critic Score 60%Based on 1 reviews

    Experience shoot'em up like you have never before. 'Beekyr Reloaded' is a 2D Arcade Shmup that alternates vertical and horizontal gameplay through enjoyable 28 stages. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beekyr Reloaded.

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  25. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    52% User Score Based on 165 reviews

    Take on the role of Charlie and enter a strange world overrun by hordes of zombies, deadly traps, and unexpected dangers. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Charlie's Adventure.

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  26. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    71% User Score Based on 109 reviews

    The Slimeking's Tower is an action/roguelike game where you have to explore a procedural generated tower, collect over 300 different items and slay over 100 different enemies in five different gamemodes to retrieve your people's moustaches back from the Slimeking. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Slimeking's Tower.

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  27. A dark and mysterious entity from another dimension has gained access to our world through a portal deep inside an ancient temple. Only a true fighter pilot like you can stop it before it rips apart the very fabric of space and time. But beware: many dangers lie ahead! Project Möbius is a fast-paced 3D game inspired in part by 2D Shoot 'em up games such as Battle Squadron for the Amiga. Your goa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Möbius.

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  28. Controls: Always run forward. Use the A or Left Arrow Key to move left and D or Right Arrow Key to move right in an infinitely generated straight line. Press the Spacebar to jump. Click the Left Mouse Button to fire. Press the Escape Key to pause while in-game. Devlog 9/23/2022Basic player and map createdPlayer automatically runs forward, can move left and right, and jumpPlayer can collide with th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Grinch.

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  29. Pucker! is a thrilling, browser-based air hockey game created by Nathan Smith-Manley. Featuring an ice rink theme with authentic hockey markings, this game challenges you to outscore a computer opponent. This guide explains how to play, navigate the interface, and troubleshoot issues for a seamless gaming experience. Overview Pucker! is a single-player air hockey game where you control a paddle … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pucker.

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  30. 44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    73% User Score Based on 11 reviews

    Create, share and download unlimited new Stages for this new arcade remix with integrated Stage editor! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ARK BOX Unlimited.

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  31. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Viva Hexagon! Is a tile-matching versus puzzle game, where you have to match hexagonal cells by controlling a small playable platforming character on the board to pick up and move pieces. Test your wit and reflexes across three highly configurable game modes, either alone, with a friend, or against an artificial intelligence player! This is only a demo version! A "minimum viable product", if you … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Viva Hexagon! Feat. Ipulo.

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  32. Examgry Birds 1.0 The aim of the game is to use your slingshot to launch projectiles at the enemies hiding in their towers! The more efficient you are with your shots and the more damage you casue, the higher the score. Controls: Click and drag the projectile in the slingshot to aim. Release the mouse button to fire. Some projectiles have special abilities that can be activated by pressing the spa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Examgry Birds.

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  33. Destroy the waves of aliens before they descend to the surface and wipe out your ship. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Invasion.

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  35. MAZE RUNNER DOG A 3D platformer game built with Godot 4.4 where you control a dog navigating through a challenging maze. Collect coins, avoid obstacles, and reach the goal flag to win! Game Overview MAZE RUNNER DOG is a 3D platformer game where players navigate a maze filled with obstacles, enemies, and co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maze Runner Dog.

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  36. 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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  37. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    93% User Score Based on 4,163 reviews
    Critic Score 56%Based on 1 reviews

    The current version of Wolfenstein 3D for digital platforms include Wolfenstein 3D (a port of the expanded DOS version, with all of the six episodes) and the standalone expansion Spear of Destiny (without its extra missions). If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wolfenstein 3D.

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  38. Slayer Knight Playground is intended to be a testing platform for the actual game Slayer Knight, and a way where testers can very easily access the game and provide feedback to me as I develop. Overtime, Slayer Knight Playground will evolve to a demo version of the game, accessible either over browser or downloadable through itch. It's highly recommended if you plan to download the game for Mac, y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slayer Knight Playground.

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  39. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, music
    50% User Score Based on 48 reviews

    The Balls are Back! The legendary 90s pinball game Balls of Steel returns to PC in all of its radical retro glory. Play through 5 classic top-down pinball tables: Darkside, Barbarian, Firestorm, Mutation, and Devil's Island. Not only that, we've added two BRAND NEW tables in classic BoS Style: Centipede, and Missile Command! Get 7 awesome retro tables in one package!Features: Enjoy 5 Classic BoS … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Balls of Steel.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    79% User Score Based on 788 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    You play David, an awfully small abstracted chosen hero tossed into a blissfully simple world overrun by giant culminations of evil physics-beasts. As David, you are given a slingshot-esque gift that you will have to use to conquer your colossus foes. Be there AND be square. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to David.

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    86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music
    86% User Score Based on 282 reviews

    GRIDROAD is a traffic optimisation puzzle/simulation game. Build roads, place roadsigns and tweak traffic lights to build the most efficient traffic junction! Remember that time you were stuck in traffic for the umpteenth time at that idiotically designed junction? Remember how you swore you could have designed a better intersection in your sleep? Well look no further, GRIDROAD is the game for … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GridRoad.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, story
    90% User Score Based on 529 reviews

    Echoes+ is an intense retro action space shooter that will test your reaction and concentration levels to the max! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Echoes+.

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  43. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding
    74% User Score Based on 234 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Rosenkreuzstilette is a mega-action-platformer game in which you step into the shoes of Spiritia Rosenberg, a virtuous young woman caught on the wrong side of a revolution instigated by her closest friends. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rosenkreuzstilette.

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  44. 79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, monetization
    79% User Score Based on 111 reviews

    Malzbie’s Pinball Collection presents pinball tables in the style of the 1990s. Completely physically calculated gaming features, realistic graphics, stunning sounds and the animated dot matrix display give the feeling of the good old days back to you! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Malzbie's Pinball Collection.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 109 reviews

    One button bullet hell game. Use your agility and quickness to dodge bullets. Battle in different mysterious hells against giant bosses. Featuring stunning visual impact, and original metal soundtracks. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Good Knight.

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    46%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    46% User Score Based on 186 reviews

    Protect the universe from the evil Alien robots terror-bent on eliminating the Earth and all of Humanity! Take control of the ship and blast the hell out of anything that moves and if it doesn’t move – blast it anyway to be sure.Collect coins to get points and use those points to get power-ups. Choose wisely, the wrong power-up at the wrong time is the difference between a high-score and having to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blast Em!.

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  47. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    97% User Score Based on 296 reviews

    Beat Invaders is a cool space Shoot-Em-Up. Blast your way through enemy fleets! Upgrade your ship with rockets & armor! Defeat the final boss! All to flashy neon musically charged visuals! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beat Invaders.

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    85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, replayability
    85% User Score Based on 91 reviews

    "Sound Shift is a VJ style music visualiser mixed with a simple arcade shooter. Shoot targets to earn credits which can be spent to unlock new videos and FX. Music is streamed directly from your computer's audio output, so you can use sound from any source including on-line streaming services." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sound Shift.

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  50. 50%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    50% User Score Based on 295 reviews

    Humanity is at war against vampires and deviants. Mankind’s last line of defense is a group of children trained to wield powerful magic that can rival the demonic hordes, but at the cost of most of their lifespan. Likened to bullets of a gun, they are known as the ‘Gun Bullet Children’. The time is NOW! A vampire invasion force has been detected in the airspace above Tokyo Portal 5. Preliminary re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to eXceed Gun Bullet Children.

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