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Games like The Ballad of a True Thug

Games like The Ballad of a True Thug

Games like The Ballad of a True Thug

Looking for games like The Ballad of a True Thug? Here are top shooter recommendations with a violence focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with Outlaw's Vengeance, Thug Life or Crime District.

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  1. Outlaw’s Vengeance follows the story of an exiled and forgotten assassin as he hunts down the governors who took everything from him. In this semi-open world game, you will play as Silas as he travels to four separate cities, on a mission to investigate, gather information and then hunt down four targets. Your blade and the rooftops of New Aurelia are your greatest allies, use them to disappear in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Outlaw's Vengeance.

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  2. THE PRICE OF THE AMERICAN DREAM You play as Janek, an immigrant pushed to the edge. You came to America looking for a better life. Instead, you find yourself trapped between gangs, debt and violence. This is not a story about an untouchable mafia boss. It's a desperate fight for survival. Earn money. Pay your debts, treat your wounds, build your reputation and try not to lose your humanity along … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thug Life.

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  3. The city of Jusan, a fusion of the characteristics of many developed cities, is also the city with the highest crime rate.And you, just a vigilante STG agent, need to find out the truth and get revenge. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crime District.

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    89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization
    89% User Score Based on 296 reviews

    Execute ultra-violent raids in retro 1970s hotels. Master precision and timing to take out bad guys in unforgiving top-down close-combat. No two playthroughs are alike with stackable gameplay mutators and randomly generated rooms. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jackal.

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  5. 86%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    86% User Score Based on 234 reviews

    The Colony is expanding, the Saints of New Ultakaar in their path to Ascension (and to bring us Enlightenment) can call a... UUUBERMOSHH!! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to UBERMOSH Vol.7.

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  6. Screen Boy is a fun 2D platformer adventure full of excitement and danger! Join Screen Boy as he explores colourful worlds, dodges traps, and takes on massive bosses. With smooth controls and action-packed levels, it’s a thrilling quest that keeps you playing! Can you Save Screen Girl? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Screen Boy.

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  7. 95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 1,744 reviews

    "Kill The Crows" is a fast-paced top-down arena shooter set in the twisted western era. A gunslinger burning with vengeance steps into the ruins of a forsaken town, ready to face death. Prepare for one-shot, one-kill gunfights using classic revolvers and fanning techniques. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kill The Crows.

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  8. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    93% User Score Based on 27 reviews

    -Sail with the wind: The direction of the wind dictates the speed of your airship. If u try to go against the wind the ship will slow down. -Sharpen your skills: Use the recoil of your shots and the speed of the wind to evade enemy bullets. Along the way you will find plenty of different threats to challenge your piloting abilities. -Explore the seven skies: With each sky comes a new challeng… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Seven Skies to Paradise.

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  10. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    91% User Score Based on 2,456 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 1 reviews

    Teeth-clenching stealth, followed by hardcore gunplay for those not looking for a quiet way in. Intravenous will keep you at the edge of your seat regardless of how you play! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Intravenous.

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  11. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    74% User Score Based on 1,442 reviews
    Critic Score 57%Based on 20 reviews

    A violent action filled top-down shooter set in Hong Kong. Inspired by classic Hong Kong action movies the game is filled with dual pistols, gun smoke and bloodshed If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Hong Kong Massacre.

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  12. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Westild's Law offers shootouts where you must use every element of your arsenal to win. Throw dynamite or your weapon at your enemies to stun them when ammo runs low and then take their weapons. When the situation gets critical, activate "ultra-sense", slow-down time and enhance your abilities. Embark on adventures through 48 levels, each offering unique challenges. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Westild's Law.

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  13. A town is being bled dry by a hidden cult, and every drop of blood fuels their dark magic. Tear through their ranks before they amass enough blood to usher in a new world order. Kill Them AllUse each character's unique skill set to slash, stab, punch, and shoot your way through the cult's compounds. Use stealth tactics to get the jump on your enemies, or confront them head on, odds be damned.  … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to For the Greater Good.

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  14. GAME OF DEATH MOVIEVERSE presents HELLGAME: PROLOGUEA GAME OF DEATH MOVIEVERSE experience Step into the nightmare. HELLGAME: PROLOGUE is the brutal opening chapter of the upcoming HELLGAME: ORIGINS trilogy — a fast, atmospheric blend of jump’n’run action, stealth survival horror, and cinematic storytelling. You play as Timara, a fearless fighter caught between two unstoppable forces: the horde… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hellgame: Prologue.

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  15. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    94% User Score Based on 47 reviews

    THOUSANDS OF EVIL ALIEN MONSTERS ATTACK CONSTANTLY! BE ON YOUR TOES, STEER THE MASSES AND REACT FAST TO ENEMY AMBUSHES! 12 unique enemy types 14 weapons to find on your mission Relentless hordes want to eat you Avoid constant laser fire, rockets and mortars! Watch your back at all times! (especially in the dark) AUTOMATIC CHAINGUN TOWERS, HEAVY ARMED TRUCKS, HUGE DEFENSE TUR… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Palpus X Annihilation.

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  16. 100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:replayability, character development
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    100% User Score Based on 52 reviews

    Build, Fight, Improve, Obliterate. Create bloody mayhem in this ARPG / Tower Defense hybrid by building turrets and traps in strategic positions and fighting waves after waves of ferocious clones and creations of immoral research. As you gain experience in the battlefield, improve and develop your characters and weapons to get more and more powerful and decimate your enemies. Combining the classic… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neural Shock.

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  17. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    85% User Score Based on 82 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    The greatest gameshow on earth is here with breakneck speed, bullet dodging action and lots of guns. Put it all on the line for the (rogue)likes. And remember, the run is all that matters. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DEATHRUN TV.

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  18. 63%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    60% User Score Based on 416 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 27 reviews

    The game mixes pure shooting arcade with the use of different bullets to solve all the situations Rise will find on his path. Think of a more arcadey Another World, also with a very tight relationship between gameplay and story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rise & Shine.

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  19. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    50% User Score Based on 54 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 3 reviews

    In Enlightenment, you play in a roguelike action-shooter with a fast-paced challenging journey deep into a underground complex called "the Ark". Players will be tested by large varieties of enemies in a procedurally-generated dungeon, and become stronger by learning from the inevitable deaths. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Enlightenment.

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  20. 57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    57% User Score Based on 337 reviews

    Garage is a bloody topdown shooter inspired by VHS era B-movies. You play as an ex drug dealer named Butch, who single-handedly slays hordes of living dead to save a girl. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GARAGE: Bad Trip.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    69% User Score Based on 125 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

    Blast your way through gangs, corporations, cults, and corrupt governments in a fast-paced, brutal top-down shooter, kill or die, learn and repeat. Located in a dystopian future not so far away, you will witness the conflicts of a group of rebels trying to be free. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Esse Proxy.

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  22. You are a witch trapped in a nightmare born from your greatest sin. Kindling is a top-down action roguelite where you must break magical seals to escape a haunted forest. Navigate through darkness, wield fire magic against shadows, and uncover the truth across multiple attempts. Every death makes you stronger. Master Fire, Fear Darkness Sprint through a forest where visibility is everything. Place… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kindling.

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  23.                                                  WELCOME TO SKYFIRE LEGENDS                                                   Arcade thrills, speedrunning madness, and maybe even a hole in your desk — welcome to Skyfire Legends! Choose your fighter and battle your way through four action-packed levels, each ending with an epic boss fight. But be warned: one mistake and it’s back to the start! … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skyfire Legends.

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  24. Snake Eyes is a bullet hell top down 2D rougelike where you assume the role of a vengeful snake on a quest to take down the casino that took her arm. Using her homemade Slot Machine Gun, she'll parry, dodge, and blast her way through the Snake Eyes Casino while finding unique items to assist her on the path of vengeance. Shoot your way through the streets, game rooms, and VIP lounges of the Snake … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Snake Eyes.

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  25. Denial.  Anger.  Bargaining.  Depression.  Lead a lone path of vengeance, as you step closer to your ultimate choice. In which way will you come to acceptance?  In this story of grief, suffering, and faith - shoot your way through the criminal organization responsible for the death of your woman. You must learn how to out-maneuver your foes as the odds stack against you and your goal of t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vengeance is His.

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  26. Embrace the power of your adaptable fighter, the lone survivor of your once-mighty fleet. In the midst of a relentless pursuit by a shadowy adversary, you'll feed off the energy of vanquished enemy vessels, desperately fighting to escape the ominous clutches of an enigmatic nemesis who hungers for dominion over not just your technology but your very flesh. Conquer formidable boss battles while y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Empyrean Swarm.

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  27. Blade Crusade, the mysterious game originally found on Osama Bin Laden's hard drive, is now available in the west for the first time! It is the year of our Lord XX06. Legions of skeletal warriors have risen at the behest of an unlicensed wizard in the Mirabi desert, threatening the civilized world once again. Infiltrate and ascend the wizard's mountain fortress level by level, slay his vile menag… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Blade Crusade.

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  28. "Night Blood: Avenger's Tide" is a side-scrolling action game that takes place in the world's most prosperous city, Atlandi. Players need to control Mark to find his own past, use various ultra-sci-fi weapons to break through the enemy's siege, and finally uncover the huge conspiracy hidden behind the crisis. Destroy the enemy's plot Atlandi is a super city controlled by a foundation co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Night Blood : Avenger's Tide.

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  29. You remember being badly injured, but how and why it happened are unanswered questions. You were making your way through the compound to find help. Your mentor's voice guided you through trouble and danger until the twisted reality of something unthinkable erased it. And only horror remained. And shooting. And the escape. And a flash followed by contusion. Be afraid of the dark and remember t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Contusion.

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  30. Retirement can wait. Revenge cannot. Return to the golden age of arcades in this tactical pixel-art beat 'em up. Join a band of legendary heroes coming out of retirement to avenge the only thing that made their golden years sweet. Embark on a brutal journey, master technical combat, and uncover the truth behind a senseless crime. "He wasn't just a dog. He was our last hope."After decade… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unlikely Adventurers.

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  31. Discover new stars in a massive galaxy. Explore hostile planets full of dangerous enemies. Build formidable bases to survive all alone. Make the best of your circumstances as a wandering astronaut in this innovative adventure survival RPG, Sole Seeker. With each star system containing different environments and organisms, each base built represents new opportunities for exploration and harvest. S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sole Seeker.

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  32. Infinity Wanderer is an action platformer with pixel art visuals and a mix of metroidvania, roguelike and souls like genres. In Infinity Wanderer, players experience the dark and terrifying immersive story of Lunara. With carefully hand-designed levels and a deep character customization system, Infinity Wanderer offers a fluid and challenging rogue-like gameplay experience that combines fast gamep… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Infinity Wanderer.

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    100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, atmosphere
    100% User Score Based on 77 reviews

    BEGHOST is a narrative-heavy 2D action-adventure game set in the bowels of a haunted dungeon. Uncover the dungeon's darkest secrets with your ghost girl companion Bee, as you navigate your way through enemies, traps, and more, in a desperate attempt to escape! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beghost.

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  34. In an ancient world torn between light and darkness, King Alden - the last ruler of Solara - stands alone against the encroaching forces of Umbra. The story follows his desperate quest to defend his realm from goblins, orcs, and restless dead that swarm across a shattered valley. Players will step into Alden’s boots, battling through six hand‑crafted levels that culminate in epic boss encounters. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kings Do Not Fall.

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  35. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability
    96% User Score Based on 55 reviews

    Galaxy Highways is a sci-fi space shooter where you're doing pirate raids into star systems inhabited by aliens. You destroy enemy ships, space stations, mother ships or bosses and complete all missions as soon as possible before enemy defense system destroys you with its powerful waves of attacks. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxy Highways.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    Hack, link, and shoot in a fast-paced top-down cyberpunk shooter. Create devastating chain reactions to outwit enemies, break records and save your childhood mentor from a ruthless syndicate If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DeadWire.

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  37. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, optimization
    81% User Score Based on 528 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

    An overdose of reality can have dire consequences… Descend down the rabbit hole and embrace your Downfall in a trippy, brutal and stylized adventure. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Neckbreak.

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  38. About this game: Morbid Inhale is a top-down shooter.Hungry zombies want to devour you. Take the biggest gun and fight them back!Show them how to fight for life to the last drop of blood!Kill the zombies by any means.Shoot, blast, burn, rip and tear!Get experience, upgrade skills, use perks, bonuses, and...Shoot, blast, burn, rip and tear!In the single player campaign, you will find out why the c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Morbid Inhale.

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  39. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 158 reviews

    Pilot the Megacopter, a sentient weapon that gains power by feeding on the blood of its enemies. Play through the campaign featuring seek and destroy, boss, rescue, and defense missions against the evil reptoid army. Upgrade Megacopter with the fabled AZ-TECH: ancient weaponry and armor. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Megacopter: Blades of the Goddess.

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  40. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 2,810 reviews

    Enter the world of Intravenous 2 as Sean and Steve - an unlikely duo with a common mission: to save a life while taking down those responsible for Sean's predicament. Your choices define your path in this world of old-school stealth, hardcore tactical gunplay, and dynamic storytelling. Features Stealth or Firepower: Your approach is your choice. Sneak through shadows, tamper with lights, lockpick … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Intravenous 2.

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  41. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, atmosphere
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    89% User Score Based on 88 reviews

    Harlequin Fair is an experimental RPG and immersive sim set in the shadows of Toronto by night. Cast dreadful spells, buy small arms with cash: cling to the light 'til the light bites you back If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HEXCRAFT: Harlequin Fair.

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  42. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    96% User Score Based on 2,234 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 5 reviews

    Turnip Boy is back! This time he’s teaming up with the fearsome Pickled Gang to plan and execute the weirdest heist of all time. Shake down hostages, steal precious valuables, battle the fuzz, and use wacky tools bought off the dark web to move further into the vaults of the Botanical Bank. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Turnip Boy Robs a Bank.

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  43. 39%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    59% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    War has started! Rangok Skies is a vertically scrolling arcade shooter inspired by the genre classics. Highly replayable with 4 different characters, each with their own unique ship, weapons, and bombs. Includes 2-player local co-op. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rangok Skies.

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  44. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    95% User Score Based on 17,560 reviews
    Critic Score 74%Based on 6 reviews

    From the dust of a gold mine to the dirt of a saloon, Call of Juarez® Gunslinger is a real homage to the Wild West tales. Live the epic journey of a ruthless bounty hunter onto the trail of the West’s most notorious outlaws. Blurring the lines between man and myth, this adventure made of memorable encounters unveils the untold truth behind some of the greatest legends of the Old West If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Call of Juarez Gunslinger.

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  45. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 2,905 reviews
    Critic Score 67%Based on 11 reviews

    It is 1873. An escaped slave is slowly walking through the desert, making his way from Mexico to Texas. He keeps a revolver close and is wearing the sombrero stolen from a dead man. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 12 is Better Than 6.

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  46. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, replayability
    92% User Score Based on 763 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 2 reviews

    As the last surviving tank commander on Earth, single-handedly turn back the evil invading alien army, drive back the Titans across the Solar System, and defeat them on their homeworld... Titan Attacks has the same easy-to-learn and addictive gameplay of the classic arcade shoot 'em up If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Titan Attacks!.

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  48. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    71% User Score Based on 108 reviews

    Hero of Not Our Time is a 2D top-down action game with elements of 90s classics. The player will have to move through neo-noir dungeons looking for a way out, simultaneously destroying various monsters using magic and weapon, cleaning up location after location. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hero of Not Our Time.

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    83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    83% User Score Based on 568 reviews

    Afflicted by severe amnesia, you drift deep into the Common Dream. You scour for the lost pages of the Necronomicon, while clinging on to any little purpose you have left. Faced with mad dreamers, horrible abominations and eldritch deities, you feel drawn to the dark Abyss deep within. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gloom.

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    71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, character development
    71% User Score Based on 65 reviews

    Bloody Streets is a brutal top-down shooter which will challenge you with areas swarmed by undead in a beautifully stylized and hand painted 2D world complemented by high energy rock music. How long can you survive the sea of monsters while pumping round after round of bullets? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloody Streets.

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