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Directive 399WH is a… we’re not sure exactly. You are woken by your ship’s AI as there is an anomaly causing time loops aboard ship. The AI has a plan and he has chosen you….. for some reason?The game is kind of a Puzzle/Exploration/Narrative game…. Just play it for a bit and tell us what we have made. Please… we’d love to know  If it feels like two different games jammed together at a certain p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Directive 399WH.

About: This is a simple short 2D pixel-art platformer with a premise that fall damage now exists and in game it is explained by your character having glass-like fragile knees. Your goal is to get out of the cave you are in by traversing a number of levels you find. Each level was hand created and holds a special feature about it. What is that feature? Is it shortcuts, punishing routes or misdirect… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Broken Knees.

85%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

90% User Score Based on 648 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 17 reviews

The Bug Butcher is an action-packed 2D side scrolling shoot em up game where peril comes from above. So in a nutshell, pest control with machine guns in space. The core mechanics hold old ties from the classic arcade shooter "Super Pang" where you shoot vertically, but with modern day twists. You are Harry, a brash and tenacious exterminator who has a knack for decimating bugs. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bug Butcher.

A platforming adventure about the colors of life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Colors of Your World.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, monetization

68% User Score Based on 76 reviews

Critic Score 56%Based on 4 reviews

Gun Crazy is a fast paced and hectic arcade style action shoot em’ up in this homage to classic old school classics! Become the fiercest lady on the police force! Take out the bad guys through 4 unique levels filled with challenging bosses and powerful special guns. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gun Crazy.

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you crossed a Pokémon (RPG) style game with Overcooked (Cooking), of course you haven't but we did it anyway. Prepare to see why these genres combined make a confusing game with far too many systems to build and Art to draw in 72 hours. Changelog (Post Jam Bug Fixes) V1.01 - Hotfix (WebGL build only): Fixed the Web Build requiring the F1 Key to work as t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Culinary Creature Combat.

An old school platformer made for GBJAM 5! ------------- INSTRUCTIONS --------------Use arrow keys to move and SPACE to jump.Further controls will be explained during the game when needed.Gamepad is also supported! Please refer to the README.txt file for further details. ---------------- CREDITS ----------------Made for GBJAM 5: https://itch.io/jam/gbjam-5 Programming, Game Design, Level Design: F… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pahlawan.

Welcome to KNOCK-OUT ARCADE! This is a 2D retro-inspired fighting game with easy-to-pick-up controls and stylish combos. The game takes place at a famous arcade, owned by a dangerous businessman.  Each character has their own playstyle and combos, making for a diverse roster and allowing players to express themselves. The game has a simple 4-button attack layout: light, medium, heavy, and special.… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KNOCK-OUT ARCADE (Demo v0.4).

Objectives: 1 - Collect enough coins to rebuild your home2 - Rescue your friends3 - Find the boss and beat them Come check out my 3D modeling and game development stream on Twitch if you want to watch me develop the full version of this game! Left Stick to Move Right Stick for Camera Control South (A on xbox) to Jump West (X on xbox) to Dive after a jump Press Start to toggle the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SUPER CURDLE JUMP.

Welcome to KNOCK-OUT ARCADE! This is a 2D retro-inspired fighting game with easy-to-pick-up controls and stylish combos. The game takes place at a famous arcade, owned by a dangerous businessman.  Each character has their own playstyle and combos, making for a diverse roster and allowing players to express themselves. The game has a simple 4-button attack layout: light, medium, heavy, and speci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KNOCK-OUT ARCADE (version 0.6.1).

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

82% User Score Based on 815 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

A 2D action game featuring a young man with the power of lightning who stands for freedom against the evil ambitions of a massive organization. When lightning strikes, a new legend is born. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Azure Striker GUNVOLT.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, graphics

90% User Score Based on 84 reviews

Park Bound is a massively multiplayer playground featuring player crafted parks. Each park contains a variety of worlds to explore, play, and meet other players. Every world presents goals and challenges to overcome with unique collectible treasures that can unlock special worlds in the park. Players can pick up jetpacks, soar the sky with hang-gliders, and even roll inside balls to complete objec… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Park Bound.

42%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, music

42% User Score Based on 62 reviews

B.A.D is an intense and enjoyable Shoote'em up game that captures the feeling of controlling a mass-produced humanoid robot (Battle Armor) piloted by a single soldier while keeping the realistic fast-paced action in a dramatic large scale conflict, from various Factions of Earth and Mars. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to B.A.D Battle Armor Division.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

72% User Score Based on 742 reviews

A.R.E.S.: Extinction Agenda is the first chapter in a full featured episodic hardcore action packed side scrolling platformer, in the traditions of retro classics, where you play as Ares, a combat robot created for the sole purpose of saving humanity. Can you live up to the task or will you be reduced to nuts and bolts? You are Ares, the first Zytron immune robot. A symbol of how far human techno… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A.R.E.S.: Extinction Agenda.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

68% User Score Based on 179 reviews

Viktor is an action-packed, side-scrolling, twin-stick adventure with gameplay inspired by classics such as Castlevania and Megaman. Playing as Viktor, you will fight your way through a diverse spectrum of hostile environments filled with a wide variety of relentless enemies, lurking traps, and fearsome bosses who will try to keep you from your mission: finding Zane, defeating the merciless Mephis… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Viktor.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

73% User Score Based on 132 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 10 reviews

[Media 2077820] A virus, known as the Nanobyte has infected hardware around the globe rendering all systems useless - gaming is dead. The HoPiKo, who ran the games, have been enslaved... It’s... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HoPiKo.

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.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

69% User Score Based on 192 reviews

This is a platform game that challenges you with puzzles, upgrades and action. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Enigmoon.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization

96% User Score Based on 106 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 3 reviews

In this game you must master the skill of rocket-jumping to traverse expansive, maze-like environments. Tinertia's platforming mechanics are entirely physics-based, giving you immense freedom of movement. There's no top speed and you can keep adding to your momentum. Launch yourself over deadly obstacles, take on bossy robots, and ultimately escape off the planet - Weldon's survival depends on it! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tinertia.

67%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

75% User Score Based on 262 reviews

Critic Score 54%Based on 5 reviews

Gigantic Army is a heartfelt tribute to 16-bit era mech shooters, finally available for the Nintendo Switch. It’s the 21st Century, planet Earth is at war with the Ramulons - an Alien race determined to stop humanity’s advance into space. War has now reached planet Ramulon, and it’s up to you to pilot the ‘GMR-34 SALADIN’ - a Manned Combat Robot - a mech amor that make effective stormtroopers and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GIGANTIC ARMY.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

80% User Score Based on 548 reviews

Critic Score 86%Based on 8 reviews

Rive: Ultimate Edition is a metal wrecking, robot hacking shooter. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RIVE.

54%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, monetization

54% User Score Based on 304 reviews

Metal Slug XX is an entry in the long-running series of side-scrolling shooters. It is a revised version of Metal Slug 7. The Peregrine Falcons, Marco, Eri, Clark, Tarma, Fio and Ralf, are once again running-and-gunning in colorfully hand-drawn levels, throwing grenades, driving vehicles and slashing enemies. Metal Slug XX includes various single-player features in the form of a Combat School tha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to METAL SLUG XX.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

66% User Score Based on 122 reviews

Critic Score 68%Based on 4 reviews

The Flat Kingdom is a beautiful and peaceful 2D land, but now it’s threatened by an evil thief and becoming 3D! The only who can stop the chaos is Flat, a little hero able to change into a circle, triangle or square in order to solve puzzles, overcome obstacles and defeat giant bosses! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flat Kingdom.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

71% User Score Based on 504 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

Scrap Garden is a charming puzzle platformer about the adventures of Canny, a lonely robot, who awakens in a post-apocalyptic world to find all other robots shut down and seized up. What happened to the City? Why did all robots stop moving? Did anyone survive except him? Little rusty Canny has to do all he can to find answers to these questions... and try to fix it all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scrap Garden.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

75% User Score Based on 351 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 4 reviews

AGGELOS is a mesmerizing new action-RPG inspired by the likes of Wonder Boy that looks like it was plucked straight out of the 16-bit era... but plays like a modern-day marvel! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aggelos.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story

83% User Score Based on 46 reviews

Isbarah is a cross-genre of bullet hell and platformer style, it's a hardcore 2d game and each level is a duel boss fight. In Isbarah, you have the standard platformer game controls and bosses will fight like in bullet hell games. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Isbarah.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

38% User Score Based on 204 reviews

Critic Score 85%Based on 1 reviews

Onikira takes the deep fighting mechanics of some of the most amazing 3D beat ‘em ups, like Ninja Gaiden or Bayonetta, and merges them with classic 2D platformer mechanics in a way that has never been done before. For example, launch an enemy into the air, wall jump to position yourself above them, then Katana Slam them into the ground. Switch to the Naginata and use the Naginata Lift and air dash… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Onikira: Demon Killer.

FIXES:  You can now use the 2nd stick to aim +/- 60 degrees the direction you are facing.Simply moving the right stick will activate attack.Healing potions now give you 10 health.Enemies rebalanced.Left and top button now switch to the previous weapon.Final level rebalanced.Healing Potions give full health.Wider spawner's triggers to give players more time.Balanced enemy health and attack.Slower … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to RoloPolo - The Arcade!.

*Game is about 25-30 minutes of gameplay* v17 is uploaded. 05-05-2025- 4:00pm PST (GMT-8): Added Recommended Controller screen. Added option to toggle full screen in-game in the options menu. Added the option to toggle CRT Filter on and off in-game in the options menu. Fixed various larger issues, such as the duplicated player, poison not taking when hit by the slime boss, removed the lift in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Bone Warrior's Oath.

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

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

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding

76% User Score Based on 207 reviews

Fun and addictive action-packed pixelart platform game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Special Agent CyberDuck.

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..

After the events of Luigi and the Quest for Nothing, Luigi got his precious Nothing stolen from him... by The Cheat! How did he and Strong Bad even get in the Mushroom Kingdom anyway? ........................ is this still the Mushroom Kingdom? ... Luigi and his new pal, Green Toad must now adventure through 5 worlds, find new unlikely allies, and uncover lots of secrets  in this celebration of o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Luigi and the Quest for Nothing 2.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding

83% User Score Based on 1,126 reviews

Get ready for an electrifying mix between a bullet game and a typing hell! Dodge bullets while typing exorcisms at the very same time: turn on both sides of your brain and jump into the adventure of Ray Bibbia! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Textorcist.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

72% User Score Based on 324 reviews

A new chapter of charming 3D platformer about the little rusty robot C4N who unwittingly finds himself in the midst of momentous events in Robo Land. In order to solve the new riddle, Canny will once again need to run and jump a lot, solve puzzles, and fight against enemies who are much bigger and stronger than he is. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scrap Garden - The Day Before.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

61% User Score Based on 248 reviews

Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

Super Mustache is a vintage styled platformer, filled to the brim with 8 bit pixel art juice! Join Captain Super Mustache in a journey to save the planet Uranus. If you enjoyed classic platformer games from the golden era of video games, then you’re going to love this. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Mustache.

94%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

94% User Score Based on 69 reviews

Hyper Bounce Blast is a stomach-churning retro shooter blended with classic platforming action. Bounce, shoot and dodge to survive the ever-increasing enemy attack. Bring it on! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hyper Bounce Blast.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, monetization

82% User Score Based on 197 reviews

A run-and-gun action platformer where you level up everything! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cally's Caves 4.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

56% User Score Based on 144 reviews

Critic Score 58%Based on 7 reviews

Test your limits against a brutal and mysterious world as Parvus, a curious warrior with no memory and a heavy burden. Raise your spear and cast ancient spells as you battle hostile creatures and towering bosses in procedurally-generated 2D landscapes that are both beautiful and dangerous. Answer the call. Break the cycle. Change your destiny. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Oblitus.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

92% User Score Based on 98 reviews

Help Zigloton steal an old relic on his journey to infiltrate a mysterious planet, in this challenging platformer developped and hand-animated by one person. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mission Zigloton.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

48% User Score Based on 46 reviews

Critic Score 48%Based on 5 reviews

We're back in the distant Past, when “Rock & Roll” was just about rocks and “Fast food”, a dinner that you couldn’t catch. 2 cave dudes named Joe & Mac live in a peaceful and cool village. Cool it was, until a bogus bunch of Neanderthal snatched all the village’s women! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to New Joe & Mac: Caveman Ninja.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

72% User Score Based on 326 reviews

Dungeon of Zolthan is a casual, arcade-style metroidvania platformer where your goal is to defeat Zolthan; a powerful mage that lives inside the dungeon. Using an array of powerups and your own wit and guile, guide your character through Zolthan's Dungeon! Dodge obstacles and projectiles, solve puzzles, and lay waste to your foes on your way to the final confrontation! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon of Zolthan.

89%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

96% User Score Based on 1,854 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 7 reviews

Guns, Gore & Cannoli 2 revives the good, old, action platform run & gun genre but this time with a bunch of humor and a bucket of blown of body parts. In this sequel to Guns, Gore & Cannoli, Vinnie Cannoli’s story continues and this time it’s personal. It’s 1944 and 15 years have passed since Vinnie survived the Thugtown Massacre. But now, some loose ends start crawling out of the past, dragging V… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guns, Gore and Cannoli 2.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, humor

65% User Score Based on 119 reviews

A 2.5D action-packed side-scrolling game, takes players on a thrilling sci-fi adventure! Take control of combat specialist Ares, or the new playable character, Tarus, to battle deadly machines with a variety of powerful weapons and armor. Your goal: Save Minos Space Station’s survivors and uncover the nefarious Zytron’s extinction agenda! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A.R.E.S. Extinction Agenda EX.

68%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

68% User Score Based on 110 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

FOX n FORESTS is a 2D action platformer with RPG elements inspired by the glorious days of 16-bit! Switch between various seasons on the fly, shoot and slash with your magic melee crossbow and snatch valuable loot to unveil the mystery of the 5th seasons. A thrilling pixel art fable with rewarding super secrets, screen filling bosses and thriving exploration. This is 16-bit how you remember it! Fe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FOX n FORESTS.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

68% User Score Based on 260 reviews

Critic Score 69%Based on 7 reviews

[Media 3508877] MindSeize is a single player 2D Metroidvania game set in a sci-fi universe. Explore untamed planets and stop the mysterious organization that stole the mind of your daughter.... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MindSeize.

71%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization

71% User Score Based on 390 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

Climb a procedural tower in an alternate version of 1988 to kill its insane owner. Then do it again, and again. The constantly evolving world is influenced by other players as you experience this bold and wildly exciting dungeon crawler. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Black Future '88.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

74% User Score Based on 1,332 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 18 reviews

Fight for your freedom in a sprawling fantasy world caught between the living and the fallen. Hone your skills in a retro epic featuring puzzle platforming, metroidvania exploration and crunchy soulslike combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Souldiers.

76%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

83% User Score Based on 777 reviews

Critic Score 63%Based on 4 reviews

Capsized is a fast paced 2D platformer focused on intense action and exploration. As a intrepid space traveler, your ship has crash landed on a mysterious alien planet. You must navigate through the perilous environment and fight off blood-thirsty creatures to save your crewmates and escape with your lives! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Capsized.