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Games like Sonic & Shadow

Looking for games like Sonic & Shadow? Here are top open world platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Sonic CD, Treasure Adventure World or CODE Bunny.

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  1. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 3,666 reviews

    A fast-paced platformer that follows Sonic as he races through time-traveling zones to rescue past and future versions of stages and stop Dr. Robotnik’s time-altering plans. Combining classic Sonic speed and precision with CD-quality music, animated cutscenes, and branching time-based routes, it rewards quick reflexes and exploration to unlock true endings. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sonic CD.

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  2. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    82% User Score Based on 199 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

    Treasure Adventure World is a metroidvania platform game set in a fantasy world of islands, magic, pirates and secrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Treasure Adventure World.

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  3. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, replayability
    86% User Score Based on 100 reviews

    The planet of Lumna is threatened by a group of terrorists called Mad Bunny! Join Axel and Hazel on their mission to fight them, as they discover more about the world and its people, in this fast-paced 2D-action platformer! Code Bunny is a momentum-based, melee-oriented platformer where the action is nonstop! Master both character's play styles to deliver flashy and exciting attacks that rip and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CODE Bunny.

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  4. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    82% User Score Based on 1,875 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 9 reviews

    Islands of Insight is an epic shared-world puzzle game where you play as a Seeker on a peaceful journey of exploration and discovery. Seek out and solve mysterious puzzles at your own pace across an awe-inspiring world of floating islands. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Islands of Insight.

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  5. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    98% User Score Based on 110 reviews

    If the dream is real to you, it is worth fighting for! Accounting student Macy is down on her luck and out of her mind, but her life of hum-drum is abruptly interrupted by a visit from a mysterious firefly. After stumbling down a seemingly endless hole, she wakes up in a strange new world. With an explosive broom in tow, Macy sets out discover the mysteries of Esperanto and find her way home. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SomnaBuster.

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  6. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 225 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 3 reviews

    Join Koa and her best friend Napopo on an action-packed adventure through the islands of Mara! Outwit traps, manoeuvre dangerous environments, and explore a series of dazzlingly different landscapes on their quest to recover stolen pirate loot. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara.

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  7. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    84% User Score Based on 459 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 12 reviews

    The ultimate postal service has arrived - self-delivering cardboard boxes! Unbox – Newbie’s is a unique physics-platformer. Enjoy an epic single player adventure or grab up to four friends for local multiplayer races, battles and challenges! The Global Postal Service is nearing bankruptcy! To save themselves, they have created self-delivering boxes. Play as the GPS’ latest cardboard creation, New… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unbox: Newbie's Adventure.

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  8. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    86% User Score Based on 367 reviews
    Critic Score 63%Based on 4 reviews

    Defunct is an indie adventure game with a focus on flow, speed and an engaging world. You are a broken robot that accidentally falls out of a giant cargo ship onto a post-human Earth, now inhabited by robots. You have to get back to your ship before it’s too late! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Defunct.

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  9. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    98% User Score Based on 2,411 reviews
    Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

    STONE THE CROWS! Are you ready to explore the wilds of the Australian Outback in this remastered version of the classic game, TY the Tasmanian Tiger? Join TY on a RIPPER of an adventure to free his family from the DREAMING and stop the nefarious evil genius BOSS CASS from removing mammals from the top of the food chain. To help you on your quest, you've got a BEAUT arsenal of boomerangs, sharp t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TY the Tasmanian Tiger.

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    97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    97% User Score Based on 6,166 reviews

    Build A Plane Create your own plane. Balance fuel capacity, weight, speed, cargo space and more. Choose parts carefully to optimize your plane for the desired flight characteristics. Complete Missions Test your plane, complete missions, and earn money. You'll need to haul different cargo types, each with unique requirements, so plan your trips carefully and avoid running out of fuel. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aviassembly.

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  12. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, stability
    94% User Score Based on 116 reviews

    [Media 13437205] [Media 17272194] Welcome to Duels of Fortune, a fast-paced 2.5D fighting game featuring a crazy diverse cast of loveable characters with unique superpowers, and an open-ended,... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duels of Fortune.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    83% User Score Based on 755 reviews

    Luminora, a mysterious island brimming with ancient secrets. The ancient civilization that once ruled here developed the arcane of extracting the life force of beings, which brought great prosperity to the island. However, as is often the case with eternal ambitions, their quest for divine power led them to a curse that enveloped the island in darkness. Centuries later, a wanderer caught in the ma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to IfSunSets.

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  14. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    63% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Description "Megis Adventure" is an open-world retro RPG pixel game. You find yourself on a distant, isolated island, embarking on an adventure to uncover mysteries, defeat foes, and explore dungeons—all to help the island's citizens. The story is simple yet fun, filled with surprises that lead to an enjoyable and immersive gameplay experience. History "Megis Adventure&quo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Megis Adventure.

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    80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere
    80% User Score Based on 133 reviews

    A singleplayer MMO. Explore a large open world, run dungeons, gear up, and take on challenging content with NPC Adventurers that play alongside you like real players. If you've ever wanted the feel of an MMO but without the need for other people, this is the game for you. Large open world Explore a large open world filled with quests, dungeons, gear to chase, and enemies around every corner. The … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Afallon.

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  16. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    78% User Score Based on 766 reviews
    Critic Score 59%Based on 2 reviews

    Stranded Sails is an open world farming adventure full of discoveries, quests and puzzles! Along with your crew you are ship-wrecked on a mysterious archipelago. Now it's up to you to secure your survival and solve the mysteries deep in the heart of the islands –and finally escape. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stranded Sails.

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  17. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    87% User Score Based on 53 reviews

    Sky Harvest is a cozy farming and life-sim adventure among the clouds. Grow crops, explore sky islands, and build your dream home in a peaceful world above the clouds. A cozy life-sim adventure set in a breathtaking world of floating islands. Grow, explore, and connect with nature and its people as you shape your new home in the skies. Take to the skies aboard your trusty airship. Discover hid… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sky Harvest.

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    98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    98% User Score Based on 112 reviews

    Play as the mascot of a blazing fast (for it's time) antivirus software to clear out corruptions and viruses from various devices around a town. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KilaFlow.

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  19. 51%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    66% User Score Based on 29 reviews

    FRACTALS OF DESTINY developed by KRAKATOA STUDIOS is an exhilarating hybrid RPG, which seamlessly combines the best features from Action RPGs with Classic RPGs. Prepare to embark on a thrilling adventure where the beloved turn-based system intertwines with breathtaking action sequences, creating a very accessible, captivating, and memorable gameplay experience.  FRACTALS OF DESTINY offers a stim… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to FRACTALS OF DESTINY.

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  20. 56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    65% User Score Based on 153 reviews
    Critic Score 23%Based on 2 reviews

    Woodle Tree 2: Worlds is an open world platformer/adventure videogame. This time the forces of evil are taking over the Wood Lands with a black substance that is absorbing energy and life from the living creatures! Will you be able to take over this enormous new evil force? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Woodle Tree 2: Worlds.

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  21. 82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 17,954 reviews
    Critic Score 73%Based on 11 reviews

    Buy Sonic Frontiers on PlayStation Store. Accelerate to new heights in Sonic the Hedgehog’s newest high-speed, open-zone adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sonic Frontiers.

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  22. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 2,614 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    You try to clear your vision and get on your feet after your arrival. You hear the portal closing behind you as you take a step forward. You are trapped, your way back is gone. Quern - Undying Thoughts is a first-person puzzle adventure game, inviting you on a journey to explore it and solve its challenges. Put your mind to the test with the increasingly complex puzzles, and unravel the mysteri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quern: Undying Thoughts.

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  23. 98%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, optimization
    98% User Score Based on 195 reviews

    Beach Island is a micro open-world platforming game set on the mysterious Beach Island. Scour the island for stars to open up the ancient gateway portal! There's plenty to explore and uncover on Beach Island, can you find all 12 stars? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beach Island Deluxe.

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  25. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    94% User Score Based on 15,795 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 5 reviews

    Celebrate 20 years of Sonic in an all new adventure that delivers a definitive experience to Sonic fans new and old! The Japanese version has different subtitles: White Time and Space for the home consoles, and Blue Adventures for the 3DS version. All versions of this game can be played in 3D, but a 3DTV as well as a pair of 3D glasses are required for the PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 versions, bei… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sonic Generations.

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  27. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    92% User Score Based on 3,566 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

    Crystal Project is a non-linear JRPG where you are the maker of your own adventure. Explore the world while you find Crystals, unlock classes, learn abilities, and create a strategy capable of taking down the world's toughest bosses. Or just stick to exploring; it's up to you. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crystal Project.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    94% User Score Based on 94 reviews
    Critic Score 56%Based on 3 reviews

    Armillo is a unique, fun rolling platforming game with a sci-fi parallel universe theme. It features a massive amount of gameplay elements. For one, there is the regular 3D world, followed by a bonus stage on the moon. Then there is the evil parallel universe, and special 2D speed-run inspired worlds. Lots of unexpected deadly twists, and surprises await! The star of the game features a space arma… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Armillo.

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  29. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 1,178 reviews
    Critic Score 50%Based on 1 reviews

    STREWTH! It's time to go back Down Under with this fully remastered version of TY the Tasmanian Tiger 2: Bush Rescue. Rang, bite, smash and glide your way around the Australian Outback and stop the evil machinations of the diabolical BOSS CASS in this open world adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TY the Tasmanian Tiger 2.

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  30. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    63% User Score Based on 365 reviews

    Cygnus Enterprises combines action RPG and base management elements and is set on the alien frontier world of Mytilus.Currently in Early Access, Cygnus Enterprises offers approximately 12 hours of content which will be expanded upon further in future updates. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cygnus Enterprises.

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  31. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 405 reviews
    Critic Score 79%Based on 14 reviews

    Traverse a beautifully hand crafted world and unearth the mysteries of a dark past in this fast paced 2D action platformer with metroidvania elements. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flynn: Son of Crimson.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    89% User Score Based on 458 reviews

    Dawn is an atmospheric 3D platformer in which players guide a druidic creature named Ash through a beautiful environment to bring life and light back to a dead tree at the center of the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dawn.

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  33. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    77% User Score Based on 86 reviews
    Critic Score 68%Based on 6 reviews

    [Media 3738411] [Media 3636391] In a long-devastated world, only one city remains intact. Protected by a glass dome, the city of Endeavor rises above the wreckage of the past. Inhabited solely... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Retro Machina.

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  35. 41%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    70% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Lead the critters home as a retired Wizard, a caretaker of the world in this charming student project that takes you across floating islands and magical puzzles. Harness the energy of nature to fuel helpful spells. But beware, nature might fight back. A Wizard alone in a shattered world Journey across Tempus, a world of floating islands flora and fauna. You are a lonely wizard, once a caretaker … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to TEMPUS: A Wizard Awakes.

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    56%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    92% User Score Based on 12 reviews

    Somber is an atmospheric action-platformer that takes place in the semi-open world of Gloom. A hand-painted game filled with stunning environments, Somber demands absolute precision from players who wish to unlock its many secrets. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Somber.

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    47%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics
    73% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Abettor is a top-down shooter where enemies constantly spawn all around you. In this game, not only does the world generate around you, but the enemies do as well. Kill as many enemies and achieve your highest score. How many can you kill in Abettor? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Abettor.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    66% User Score Based on 41 reviews

    OxyRail is a cooperative survival and train-building game where players manage a moving base, gather resources, explore unknown worlds, defend against threats and upgrade their train while traveling through dangerous environments. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to OxyRail.

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  40. 78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    78% User Score Based on 254 reviews

    Farm, fish, mine, craft, and decorate your home in this cozy multiplayer life sim. Venture into dungeons and take on bosses outside the village for some added excitement. Share relaxing and thrilling moments alike with hololive talents as you shape your countryside life. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to holoVillage: Our Cozy Days.

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  41. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    86% User Score Based on 1,780 reviews

    Salt 2 is a pirate-themed open world adventure focused on exploration, crafting, and survival. Play solo or with up to 5 friends, sailing the sea with your ship as a mobile base. Discover islands full of quests, towns, caves, and secrets. Level up, craft gear, hunt, fish, and customize your ship. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Salt 2: Shores of Gold.

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    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    92% User Score Based on 113 reviews

    Crave deep games that scratch the optimization itch?This non-linear, story-driven open-ended puzzle universe runs on the actual laws of of quantum physics. This game respects your intelligence and its complexity ranges from fully guided tutorials designed for absolute beginners to brutal quantum-algorithm puzzles that takes days to solve and asynchronous PvP battles where anything can happen. Ever… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quantum Odyssey.

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  44. 88%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    88% User Score Based on 489 reviews

    Plug in Net Detective! The Internet needs you! Plug In!! Download your personal Berserk B.I.T.S! Train and level up your B.I.T (Battle.Intelligent.Teammate). Team up with your digital buddy, collect battle chips and take on the internet. Battle viruses explore new biomes, progress through the story and defeat powerful bosses! Become a Net Detective as you play your way through scenarios answering … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Berserk B.I.T.S.

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  45. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 254 reviews

    Explore a corrupted beach.Play as a Muri, a fish-mouse creature, and platform your way atop the pillar, run in the grass with pixies, venture to the beach, explore the cave, make your way high atop the mountain, and finally reach the cliff outlook by the beach in your explorations of Shoreline. Cleanse the world of corruption.Use your trusty watergun to bring back the beach's beauty. Utilize you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Shoreline.

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  48. 77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story
    77% User Score Based on 250 reviews

    Worldwide Rush lets you experience passenger transportation and management on a global scale. Expand your company, meet the growing travel demand, compete against other companies, and discover new continents with its unique vehicles. The entire world is yours to control. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Worldwide Rush.

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  49. 92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    94% User Score Based on 49 reviews

    Glide, collect nuts and slap birds in this small 3d adventure. Keep an eye out for mythical golden peanuts as you make your way through the game. Key Features Glide your way from island to island and choose your own route in a semi-open world. Use your tail to slap mean birds, defeat weasels and defeat small, but fun bosses! Break crates & barrels, collect all nuts & coins and find … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Walter Walnut.

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

    Prepare to embark on a thrilling, six-part retro adventure for the ZX Spectrum 48K/128K. ECHOES OF ATLANTIS is a text-based graphic journey that plunges you into the world of forbidden archaeology and ancient mysteries. ECHOES OF ATLANTIS for the ZX SPECTRUMTravel back thousands of years and step into the awe-inspiring halls of the Library of Alexandria, where the discovery of a mysterious papyr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ECHOES OF ATLANTIS.

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