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Looking for games like Synthwave Detective? Here are top action recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with No Hacker's Sky, Cloudbase Prime or Nadine's Fleet II.

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  1. 56%Game Brain Score
    56% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    In No Hacker's Sky you're a space enthusiast, who also happens to be a skilled hacker. It's set in the future, where a huge space mining corporation called Extrasolar Mining Corp (EMC) has deployed probes, satellites and manned stations on distant planets and moons. You are contacted by a group called Unknown to hack into the EMC network to find out what is going on. Here's where the game begins. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to No Hacker's Sky.

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  2. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    82% User Score Based on 11 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 4 reviews

    Your shift on a gas giant mining platform does not go as planned. Move terrain to clear paths, defeat enemies, and launch yourself skyward. Shoot robots while jumping. A decent Monday. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cloudbase Prime.

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  3. Long ago, a supercomputer named Nadine was developed as a way to supplement Fleet Command and improve it's efficiency conducting fleet operations. Instead, it took direct control of half the space fleet and used it to wage a war on those ships it was unable to control. Command sent a lone pilot on a roundabout course to catch Nadine off guard and destroy the vessel it had seized. The mission was… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nadine's Fleet II.

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  4. 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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  5. "A vertical modular warping maze that finds the player navigating portals and defeating a chanting, floating head with a sniper rifle." If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brutalism.

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  6. Controls: Click and hold to shoot. Turbo for (limited) speed boost with Space bar. Reach the goal to win. Use 1-9 keys to auto-switch between levels: Normal ControlsBlack HolesMaze and CinemachineBreakable DoorCheckpointsTripwire DoorSticky WallsHoming MissilesWindmillDriving Range Press R to return to main menu at any time, or press N to go to next level at any time. Asset List: ScriptsDescriptio… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Exam Golf Game.

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  7. ***This game was created by in 37 days by Team 5 for the Game Dev Field Guide 2024 Team Jam. Use WASD to move, and mouse to point and click when using a power-up.*** Power-Up Key:  Dash - click in the direction you want to dash. Stun - click another player to stun them. Pull - click a chair to pull it closer to you. Swap - click a chair to swap places with it and keep it away from another pla… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chair Champions!.

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  8. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    About It's the blood moon! Time to take over the world... or it would be if every other half baked necromancer and vampire wasn't trying the same thing. Capture buildings and locations full of bits and bobs you can use to build your army, and conquer all! Made in 1 month for the "Games for Blind Gamers" game jam! So should be fully blind accessible. There is a tutorial in game, and instruction… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Necromancer Nonsense.

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  9. Immerse yourself in the neon-drenched streets, where high-speed thrills and pulse-pounding action await. Master the art of turbo-charged racing, navigate a neon-fueled world, and chase the victory with an electrifying synthwave soundtrack and addictive gameplay.Your desire is to push the limits of velocity gripping the steering wheel with a determined passion, your eyes fixed on the horizon as you… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight Thunder Drive.

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  10. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    69% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    Flotilla 2 is a VR tactical game about big battleships in outer space. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flotilla 2.

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    30%Game Brain Score
    30% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    REVOLT DESCRIPTION AFTER THAWING FROM A CRYOPOD, YOU FIND THAT YOU'RE THE ONLY ONE REMAINING IN THE SPACE STATION AND HAVE BEEN LEFT TO DEFEND YOURSELF AGAINST THE ONCE PROTECTIVE ROBOTS NOW RESPONSIBLE FOR THE GENOCIDE OF YOUR PEOPLE. THE SPACE STATION NO LONGER HAS POWER; TO KEEP YOUR SPACE SUIT POWERED YOU MUST HARVEST ENERGY FROM DEFEATING THE REVOLTING ROBOTS. YOU MUST FIND THE K… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to REVOLT.

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  12. Wireframe Warfare is a Singleplayer Action/Tower Defense hybrid game created by a solo developer over the course of a year. Blast and strategize your way through various levels, combating waves of viruses attacking Cyber Beacons across the pathways of a digital space. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wireframe Warfare.

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  13. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Overview There have been whispers about the mysterious temple that seemed to appear overnight along the shore: treasure's inside! However, death doesn't behave normally once you're inside - dying will bring you back, but with your soul split in half! Arrange the pieces of your soul into various formations to unleash awesome powers, solve puzzles and slay demons! Play as Ace Treasure Hunter, Mappa… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to All 4 One.

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  14. 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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  15. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Intro Do you want to be a cop and chase the most famous—and infamous—bank robber? Here is your opportunity: Intel says that there will be a robbery in the Golden Bank, where the Big Diamond is stored. Go and get to the diamond before the robber and set a trap. Do you want to be the most famous bank robber? Here is your opportunity! Break into the Golden Bank and stole the Big Diamond. The police … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cops&Robbers.

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  16. Controls Left and Right arrow keys to move the player and to scroll through items. Z to jump. X to attack and select. Rules Don't forget to download the manual to get the whole experience! You are adventuring deep into the heart of the Spider's Kingdom. You must traverse each level and select the right item to advance until the end, where you will clean the Spider Lord of his corruption. There are… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Will Of The Spiders.

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  17. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Overview There have been whispers about the mysterious temple that seemed to appear overnight along the shore: treasure's inside! However, death doesn't behave normally once you're inside - dying will bring you back, but with your soul split in half! Arrange the pieces of your soul into various formations to unleash awesome powers, solve puzzles and slay demons! Play as Ace Treasure Hunter, Mappa … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to All 4 One.

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  18. Linux Support The game has been tested to run on Proton! The Concept When coming up with the concept for this game, we thought that an end can be many things. Other entries already have explored "the end" as being the end of the world, the right side of a level, or the end of a puzzle that reverses back. With our entry, we had a firm idea that to have an end there needs to be a beginning. In some… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hindsight.

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  19. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    95% User Score Based on 110 reviews

    Deep in the Nevada desert, in a secret underground government facility, a young robot boy is awakened by an unknown force. He finds the building infected with alien creatures and hostile robots… With his memory wiped, he sets out to uncover secrets of his - and the facility’s - past. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Roboy.

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  20. (´ ・( ェ)・`)  (´・(ェ )・ ` ) Story: "The witch... took her." To rescue the kidnapped girl, the bear embarks on a solo journey, delving into the depths of the witch's tower. Game Overview: Rotate the panels to forge a path and lead the bear to the girl. Move the cursor forward, backward, left, right, and up or down to select and rotate panels, creating paths for the bear. The … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to KUMAMAWASHI.

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    94% User Score Based on 565 reviews

    Explore the twisting passages and alleys of the Halls, a liminal manifestation of the subconscious of many. After clicking a shady looking hyperlink and filling out a survey, you find yourself in a non-sensical place where gravity implies no "up" or "down." The unfortunate residents encourage you to find your way out by facing your regrets and getting stronger. Gain ab… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metro Gravity.

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    90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 59 reviews

    DEMO NOW AVAILABLE About the Game Glass Wings is a fast paced third-person parkour platformer. Vault, jump, roll, and slide your way through the beautiful minimalist metropolis to hone your skills. Do you have what it takes to become the ultimate freerunner? TRAVERSALUtilize a variety of movements to quickly traverse a thrilling environment. FLOWCarefully crafted linear levels ensure you never … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Glass Wings.

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  23. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Galaxy Pilot is a game inspired by various arcade classics from the 1980s, serving as a personal tribute to the 1984 arcade game "StarForce"  The game features 25 main levels spread across 8 galaxies, each with 5 challenging stages and 3 difficulty modes. Players can acquire multiple weapons and uncover hidden bonuses, all while navigating through the levels using either a top-down or an isometri… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Pilot.

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  24. 35%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    50% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Lethis - Daring Discoverers is an exploration and investigation game with a gameplay inspired by choose your own adventure books in an isometric 2D view where you can travel to unbelievable planets! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lethis: Daring Discoverers.

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  25. Jungle Survival is a first person exploration and survival game set in a dynamic jungle environment. Players navigate the terrain, collect and manage items through an intuitive inventory system, and interact with the world using real-time UI controls. The game features core survival mechanics such as health, hunger, and stamina, where players must eat to survive, manage energy while sprinting, and… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project 4.

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  26. The Last Voyage There are no second chances. This is already our last shot. Updated 2021-03-17:  I've gone back and made a few quality of life improvements to the game post-jam. A  fast-forward button has been added, and a few sim and UI tweaks. Take command of Earth's first and last interstellar starship, the Sojourner, and flee our dying world with the last remnants of the human race. In The … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Last Voyage.

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

    PLEASE SET YOUR KEYBINDS BEFORE YOU START, I DID NOT MAKE A PAUSE MENU! Alot of people are struggling with the Bunny hop/Wave Dash mechanic, ill try to explain it, You use the diagonal dash into the ground and you press space before or as soon as you hit the ground. you can buffer it by holding it a little before you actuelly land  and you should be able to pull it off, from there everything mecha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pimpo!.

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  28. A compact but content-rich roguelike strategy game where every turn matters — all under 50MB. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lightcore Guardians.

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  29. ***PLEASE READ!***RECOMMENDATIONS FROM DEV!***  Hey everybody! The game is in a pretty rough state as I rushed to meet the deadline. I highly recommend using debug functions I left in this build to make your playthrough smoother. At the start I recommend pressing '3' a bunch of times to keep adding to your 'Kronos' count. Then wait for the shop to open once the countdown reaches halfway (Yes! ther… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Blade of Time's Eternal Penguin Warrior: A Quest to Unleash the Full Potential of Time Wielding the Sword of Destiny.

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  30. Welcome, new lab tech! In CURFEW, you have to manage the Entropy Regulation System in order to prevent the lab from cascading into chaos! This page serves as a guide for how the game works, and how to operate the ERS properly, and safely. Reading this guide may get confusing, so read it over a couple times, or come back to places you are confused about to get more information on how the game w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CURFEW.

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  31. Welcome, new lab tech! In CURFEW, you have to manage the Entropy Regulation System in order to prevent the lab from cascading into chaos! This page serves as a guide for how the game works, and how to operate the ERS properly, and safely. Reading this guide may get confusing, so read it over a couple times, or come back to places you are confused about to get more information on how the game w… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CURFEW.

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  32. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Little Hero Adventure, where thrilling adventures await. Traverse levels of varying difficulty, battle cunning enemies, overcome traps and obstacles, discover hidden secrets, and gather berries to aid your village. Players will explore diverse biomes: mysterious forests, snowy plains, and deep caves. Each biome presents its own challenges and dan… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little Hero Adventure.

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  33. 96%Game Brain Score
    96% User Score Based on 72 reviews

    Slide, jump, and float over the ocean in this arcade-style fangame by LucasPucas. With over a dozen unique areas, rip-roaring rival battles, and a brand-new New Game Plus mode, the world of Shy Guy Surfing is packed with content like never before! Travel across the wild seascape and face off against bosses in Journey Mode, or shoot for a high score in Endurance Mode. Jam to classic music from the … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shy Guy Surfing.

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  34. Here is my submission for the Epic Mega Jam 2021. Based on the theme of "Running Out of Space," I decided to riff on the concept of how an anti-virus or other malware protection software operates. What if they are working behind the scenes to destroy the virus throughout the computer? The premise of this game is you are in control of the software, maneuvering through the user's computer to reach t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rush The Virus.

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  35. This prototype was submitted for Global Game Jam 2021! Link to the game's Global Game Jam submission: https://globalgamejam.org/2021/games/brella-9 [WARNING! Due to issues when building, despite the game being perfectly playable on-time on our Unity projects, it remains inexplicably unplayable on our original GGJ WebGL submission. We'll submit updates but leave the 1.0 version up for historic purp… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Brella.

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  36. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    This is a story of just a regular rainy day with 2 lovebirds sending presents to each other using an animated doll. Coincidentally, did you know doll magic is weak against time, rain, and bullets?  Overview: This is a 2D platformer game made for the Touhou Game Jam 6.  You play as Shanghai who has to deliver presents between Alice and Marisa.  You will be running around from one end of the map … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shanghai Scramble!.

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  37. Controls Arrow keys to move characters around the screen. Z/o to switch between characters. X/x to attack. Rules You control two characters, a human and an insect. Together, they search for the old, forgotten religion that might save the two species from an eternal war. Switch Characters You control one character at a time, moving them throught their part of the screen. Use Z/o to switch to the o… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to For All Of Us.

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  38. Welcome to Tanks Assemble - the top-down RTS where armchair general meets armchair designer! Choose from a variety of engines, hulls, and turrets to customize your army to your heart's content. Control all buildings on the map to win! Controls WASD or Arrow Keys - move camera Mouse Wheel - zoom in/out Left-Click Drag - select units Right Click - command selected units to move Q - toggle show/hide … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tanks, Assemble!.

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  39. 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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    60%Game Brain Score
    60% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Project Drake This is a small platform game starring our little pixel hero, Drake. This version is the full game. Purchasing the game will give you a downloadable version that you can keep forever. The downloadable version comes in two flavors. A Windows executable for all modern flavors of windows, and a flash version that should work in any browser running flash. PLEASE NOTE: The flash version … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Drake.

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  41. 92%Game Brain Score
    92% User Score Based on 73 reviews

    [11/06/2020 Update > 1.35] Protektor is a game originally created for the Ludum Dare #46 Jam (theme: "Keep it alive") In the game you must protect a VIP target and bring him alive to the end of each floor.You can also collect stars (3 for each level) to increase your self esteem.You have limited bullets and you must collect them around the level or from your enemies. Movement: Arrow keys  or WASDF… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Protektor.

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  42. Project Kunai is a fast paced First Person Platformer game. Use your special abilities, gain speed and avoid the obstacles. Complete levels fastest you can and reach top on leaderboard. Go deeper in Project Kunai and learn the truth! Dash through lasers, climb walls and make wall-run for reach the end. Use kunais, make b-hops, and keep moving! FEATURES Fast paced gameplay, A lot of level… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project Kunai.

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  43. Development:I developed this game over the course of a summer to teach myself Unity. I went in with little experience using a game engine like this, but had previous game design and coding experience to support me. I utilized object oriented programming principles to make learning the programming easier, and made all art assets myself using pixilart.com. Since I focused my time working on this gam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lil Fightin Dudes.

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  44. 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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  45. View Game
    92%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    92% User Score Based on 79 reviews

    The Kaisers Fleet approaches! It falls to you to learn the secret language of Morse Code and repel the naval onslaught through timing, tactics and telegraphy.  MORSE is a wave based strategy game elegantly operated with just two controls, Morse and Artillery: Enter dots and dashes to navigate an ever changing grid of letters and numbers. Unleash an arsenal of artillery to reveal hidden ene… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to MORSE.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 43 reviews

    A fun and simple 2D platformer game about a duck named Scruffles. Fight your way through 10 levels with a smooth feeling movement system. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Duck Dash.

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  47. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, music
    87% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    Overtake and blast away your opponents in Nitro Battle Racing! In this arcade action racer, you will compete in exhilarating races either against AI, or your friends in up to 4-player split-screen multiplayer. Race in a wide variety of environments! From dry deserts to neon lit cyberspace, and even all the way to mars, there is no telling where your racing career will take you. Collect random p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nitro Battle Racing.

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  48. 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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  49. 51%Game Brain Score
    51% User Score Based on 2 reviews

    Introduction In the distant future, humanity took to the stars. It is at this time they faced a crisis of their own making. A supercomputer AI named Nadine went rogue after going online, taking control over much of our space forces. War had broken out, pitting human against controlled machines for Nadine's calculated plans against us. We require a solution to deal with Nadine, quickly, before it … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nadine's Fleet: Updated.

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    73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    73% User Score Based on 89 reviews

    Zolg is a minimalist top-down shooter where you explore, fight enemies, collect powerups, and defeat bosses. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zolg.

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