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  1. 85%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    87% User Score Based on 374 reviews
    Critic Score 81%Based on 7 reviews

    Flat Heroes is a minimalistic, super intense action game starring squares for 1 to 4 players. It features a delightful control that allows players to move around the scenario in a super fluid... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Flat Heroes.

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  2. The elevator to the core is damaged and needs to be repaired and you’re the Space Fat for the job. Travel through the layers of the atmosphere and down into the planet facing challenging boss fights, traps, and minor puzzle solving. Items and upgrades are randomly generated changing the outcome of your play style and your chances at success each time you play. Unique upgrades – Opportunity … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Fat: To the Core.

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  3. ========== When you live on such a small planet, you'd want to leave to see what the universe has to offer. Repair your spacecraft and reach the stars! ========== How to Play: MovementLeft and right arrow keysTap on the bottom left and bottom right of the screen AttackUp or down arrow keysTap on the player - Shooting takes up energy, but recharges slowly- Kill enemies to pick up their loot!- Items… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape To The Stars.

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  4. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    A demo version of Darkera Studio's first independent video game, Jolt: Fully Charged.  Preface Made in the image of 16-bit era platformers, Jolt: Fully Charged puts you in control of the titular automaton Jolt and his sparky companion, Cycle, each with a similar, but distinct playstyle. In this demo, you'll dash through 1 stage each from the first 3 levels of the game; Acropolis Assault, Lost Lago… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jolt: Fully Charged.

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  5. Your colonies on Thukothea are under attack! Prepare your defenses building drone towers to destroy all the enemies. Key Features: 6 level campaign mode (with hard mode) across Thukothea and its Moon6 different towers/drones with 4 upgrades5 usable skills in real time20 unlockable upgradesHighscore for every level, try to be the best player[/list] If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thukothea Defender.

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  6. 69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

    "Guardians Of Lodino Forest" (G.O.L.F. for short) is an amazing need to play experience, it's a hybrid sports adventure rhythm game about shooting an Armored series golf ball bosses (Guardians) into submission and then striking them back deep into their lair, for a hole in one. For this task, you are equipped with your fusion Rocket Trainers and the Lodino Rifle: a hybrid Golf club / As… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guardians of Lodino Forest.

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  7. 65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    91% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    In this puzzle platform adventure, Timmy tries to use his abilities to influence gravity, escape from the gruesome castle, save his friends and defeat evil. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alien Escape.

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    52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:optimization
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    A comically challenging medieval platformer! Gertie has wasted decades of her life at the top of this wretched tower… waiting for a prince to rescue her. Finally, she's had enough! It's time to take matters into her own hands. A twist on the awesome platformer Jump King by Nexile, Fall Queen follows the story of the princess who was never rescued. She decides to rescue herself, and as she descen… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fall Queen.

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  9. 97%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    97% User Score Based on 64 reviews

    Super Alloy Crush is a fast-paced 2D roguelike brawler inspired by classics like Mega Man X. Play as Kelly and Muu (No.02) to defeat enemies and obtain the ultimate cosmic treasure: Planet AE-38. Alone or with a friend in local co-op, get ready for your biggest challenge yet! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Alloy Crush.

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  10. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    -What's NEW?!  The Director's Cut features an entirely new campaign featuring our favorite resistance soldier champion, Joule! New levels, bosses, items, enemies, and powerups! There's a few other surprises in stock for returning players as well. - The Story In the distant future, a world long destroyed entered a period of recovery. The Scientific Union, forged by seven prodigal scientists f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jolt: Fully Charged DX.

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    82%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    82% User Score Based on 895 reviews

    Orbital Gear is a sidescroller shooter where you utilize the gravitation of celestial objects to give your mech momentum through space. Arm your Mech with two of twelve different weapons and destroy your enemies. Orbital Gear features classic multiplayer gameplay with new mechanics and 3D graphics. Orbital Gear has classic deathmatch as the basis for multiplayer pandemonium but it also have a spe… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Orbital Gear.

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    59%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability
    93% User Score Based on 14 reviews
    Critic Score 62%Based on 1 reviews

    A spoopy, squishy, and fast-paced party game where you and up to three gooey friends rave it up in an underground crypt as it collapses down on you. You must push blocks, dodge, and jump to survive the rave and squish your opponents. Last Skelegoo standing takes it all! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Squish.

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    66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    81% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Navigate a hostile alien world full of monstrous creatures! Battle mighty bosses! Wield a vast array of brutal weaponry! Fight your way to the core of the planet and complete your mission... or die. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ruination.

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    68%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability
    78% User Score Based on 45 reviews
    Critic Score 45%Based on 1 reviews

    Planet Diver is about an adventurous daredevil tackling her newest obsession: Interstellar wing suit diving. With her close robotic companion Buddy she'll travel across space to seek out the most dangerous planets and their respective chasms to dive in. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Planet Diver.

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    78%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    78% User Score Based on 58 reviews

    Probability 0 is a downward-scrolling infinite arcade platformer. There are a million ways to fight for survival. Descend: as you combat the darkness, improve yourself. Build yourself up as a star-thrower or a teleporting menace. Learn to traverse the pit's many dangers, from threatening monsters to unforgiving gravity. Walk across spikes that once frightened you. Punch through walls that would ha… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to probability 0.

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  16. 45%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization
    64% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    You become a beautiful combatant Rudy. On the planet XX full of mutants and zombies. Defeat zombies and mutants, find and destroy Mutant Core before it regains power! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Shooting Star: ARCADE.

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  17. 76%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    76% User Score Based on 128 reviews

    Blastronaut is a mining game in a procedural alien world. Explore, extract and profit. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BLASTRONAUT.

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  18. The robots were dancing happily away until the aliens came and crashed the party! Engage in space combat, traverse planets, learn abilities from aliens, upgrade with perks and titles, strategize, dodge, shoot, and reclaim the nebulous! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Aliens Are Rude!.

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  20. 66%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story
    81% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Alone on Mars is a 2D survival shooter on Mars. The gameplay is a platformer with a mixture of sandbox and Tower Defense. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alone on Mars.

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    27%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    27% User Score Based on 82 reviews

    Arcade shoot game inspired on 80’s classics with extra features as you progress. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to GALAXIUM.

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  22. Solve equations. Build decks. Break the system. A math-fueled deckbuilding puzzler where you combine number and operator cards to hit the target. Master four modes — Puzzle, Daily Challenge, Competitive, and Strategy — with π at your side. Casual to pick up. Dangerously deep to master. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pion's Theorem.

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  23. A fast-paced 2D puzzle-platformer about replaying the same 8 levels on loop, following our hero, Loopert, through his journey across said 8 levels, acompanied only by a disembodied text, and a burning desire within you. BREAK. THE. LOOP! WARNING! Includes bright flashing when you take damage, as well as bright reds and greens the whole way through! Not sure on the specifics, but you're sensitive… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 8 Levels.

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  24. Save the World  In a dying world on the brink of destruction, you play as a brave cat scientist tasked with stopping a giant asteroid.  But beware, things aren’t always what they seem. Can you save humanity… or will you discover a truth that changes everything? ⚠️ Sometimes, when running in Firefox, it may open in a different window. We suggest using a different browser to improve the exper… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Save The World.

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  25. Blast back to the golden age of arcade shooters with Galaxian Remake! This isn't just a port; it's a lovingly crafted reimagining of the beloved 1979 classic, supercharged with modern features and exhilarating, non-stop action. Take control of your agile starfighter and defend humanity against waves of relentless, diving alien invaders. Experience the timeless thrill of Galaxian with e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galaxian Remake.

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  26. 57%Game Brain Score
    57% User Score Based on 9 reviews

    How far can you climb before the darkness devours you? You’re a pixel-neon knight stuck deep underground. You spawn. You jump. You die. Miss a jump and the darkness wins. Every second matters. DANGEROUS CREATURES IN THE DARK PROCEDURALLY GENERATED LEVELS. EVERY RUN IS DIFFERENT PIXEL-NEON CAVE VIBES Controls: A / D or Left / Right Arrows — MoveR or Right Ctrl — RestartSpace — Start gam… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cave Escape. LD57.

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  27. 49%Game Brain Score
    49% User Score Based on 3 reviews

    Down Golf ️‍♂️⛳ A unique 2D platforming and golfing game created for Ludum Dare 57 game jam with the theme "depths". About the Game Down Golf combines platforming mechanics with golf gameplay. You must navigate through 2D platforming levels while also getting your golf ball to the hole. The twist? Each new level takes you deeper below the previous one, creating an ever-descending challenge. Co… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Down Golf.

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  28. Metroidvania with an intriguing narrative about three heroes. Each hero has a unique combat system. Exciting adventures are waiting for you. The story involves a confrontation between the firstborn and humans. The appearance of a strange crystal further twists the intrigue around the events. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Resurrection of mind.

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  29.                                                                                                                                                                                                  Ugly-Thing: Game I is a short 2D action rage platformer inspired by Super Mario World, Pico Park, Pikuniku, and Cat Mario/Syobon Action (you already know, don't you?), the first of the Ugly-Thing series. It… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ugly-Thing: Game I.

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  30. Oh no! Your rocket chicken pet accidentally got stuck in a volcano! Now it's up to her to leave, hitting enemies in her path, avoiding hazards, and outrunning the rising lava! This game was made in less than 48 hours by _s_e_r_ and me, for the Mizjam 1, where everyone used the same art kit.  HOW THE GAME WORKS When you propel the rocket, you have a limited amount of "fuel", which recharges when y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to My Rocket Chicken Pet.

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  31. Advancing Wall Of Doom: A level (or segment thereof) in which the player must make rapid progress to outrun a giant threat. (TV Tropes) This is a playable prototype for another game I'd like to make some day. Space: Jump Arrows: Move Backspace: Restart Created by puremrz Music by Juhani Junkala Nonsensical backstory: "Long before the dawn of human civilization, the Earth was governed… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Advancing Wall Of Doom!.

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  32. Since he's drunk battery acid every day, Terry the cannibal has a variety of strange bat-like powers (or maybe that's just schizophrenia), thus every night, he dresses up as a bat to send people flying with his mystic powerbomb technique... and eats them. [FLYING]. Terry can fly through the air with the [Z Key], the more you keep the button pressed, the higher and the longer he'll fly."Z Key" wh… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bat-Terry Assault.

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  33. 64%Game Brain Score
    64% User Score Based on 18 reviews

    Down on the planet Nebulus all is not well. Someone or something has been building giant towers in the sea and they didn't even apply for planning permission.  In the offices of Destructo Inc. you awake from your afternoon nap with the phone almost erupting on your desk. The boss is shouting about some little destruction job he's got for you. Still half asleep talking about the brand new Mk.7 Mini… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Nebulus.

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  34. This is an entry to the Ludum Dare 48 game jam. ---------- TEAM ---------- @stevi60  - Main Programmer @weiph - Co-Programmer & Level Designer @d3lt4 - Sound Designer @chado.game - 2D Artist @guillaumecarle - 2D Artist [Behance link] Delve deep into Mary's nightmares.  She needs your help to find her Teddy Bear which is the key to overcome the darkness of her dreams. But be careful, her soul can'… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sleepy Trouble.

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  35. Novius Welcome to Novius! Have you been looking for a game that is reminiscent of the early day platformers. From Super Mario 64, Banjo-Kazooie, to Super Mario Galaxy – you will have to look no further.  Novius is centered on accessibility for players in a way that doesn’t restrict the core functionality of the game. The experience will be able to be enjoyed by both people who require accessibilit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Novius.

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  36. 50%Game Brain Score
    50% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    (Submission for Ludum Dare 52) THE BIRDS ARE EVIL AND YOU ARE HERE TO STOP THEM They want to eat your planets! Take care of your forests (and HARVEST them!) to repel the vicious attackers and survive as long as you can. How to play: ♠ Look around using WASD keys (press Shift to move quicker). Use mouse scroll to zoom. ♠ Hover your mouse over the planet's edge to see it's slots. ♠ Left cl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Forresto.

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  37. COMMUNITY About the Game Destroy all the meteorites before they destroy you! You need good peripheral vision and perfect aim to succeed in this game. It’s easy to play but hard to master. Meteoric VR is a retro low poly first-person space shooter where mission is to protect the planet from incoming meteors. Try not to run out of lives! Our signature feature is a unique movement that you hav… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meteoric VR.

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  38. CONTROLS: WASD/Arrows - Move Space/Z - Jump Shift/X - Dash Click (in Edit Mode) - Rearrange Notes Esc - Exit The songsharks have been singing too high again. Thus, in typical songshark fashion, they’ve floated far up into the sky. It’s up to you, a songseagull, to convince the sharks to sing deeper (and deeper). Reposition the songsharks so that you can reach the music note, crafting a beautiful … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sing Deeper, Songsharks!!!.

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  39. This game was made for Ludum Dare Game Jam #47 QuiveringQuivering is a puzzle platformer where you jump around shooting arrows to hit hard-to-reach targets! The screen wrapping effect serves as a unique mechanic that enables a lot of interesting puzzle oportunities. I hope you'll enjoy all the eleven unique levels! ControlsUse the mouse to aim your bow, and hold left mouse button to charge. Relea… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Quivering.

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  40. What it is?How would you feel suppossing you were falling deeper and deeper into the darkness? Terrified or excited? That’s why I gave you flashlight. It’s pretty useful to see more things. However it’s not ussual flashlight as you may expect. It has little microchip which allows you to see traps. Be careful, cause your battery won’t last forever, but fortunately it can recharge over time. What a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Deep Jumper.

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  41. A series of desk toy type games demonstrating various fun and interesting game mechanics. Background music is all my own work and compositions. Press M to mute/unmute music at any time. Press N to mute/unmute sound effects and music in main area only. Press T to reset the active level. Hold O and press 1 through 4 or 0  to access each level. If you get stuck trying to change levels try releasing a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rummy's Mini-Games.

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  42. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    This is a game made for Ludum Dare 48. Go deeper and deeper inside your mind as you discover your fears and face them. Avoid monsters, beat platforming, and overcome your fears. Controls: Left/Right arrow - move Z - jump If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fight Your Fears.

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  43. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Created for Ludum Dare 41A game by Helfter "0uicmoi" Victor, Nicol Kilian, "Kaillens" and Camps "Tyrod" Maxime. How to play : Light Shafts is a platformer/card game. You need to get to the top of the level as fast as possible, using standard platformer movement but also a set of cards.Cards allows you to place different platforms in the world. Be careful, you don’t have an unlimited amount of them… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Light Shaft LDJAM41.

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  44. PLOT! is the solo developed, action precision platformer that has it all: Frustrating Jumps Annoying Traps Pesky Enemies Hard Earned CollectablesAll rendered in glorious, buttery smooth 3D! You have 90 seconds to: Find The Key Then find The Lock Finally, find The Door - which leads out of one level and into the next... * Collect Gems to increase the time available. * Collect Hearts to re… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to PLOT!.

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  45. Little kraken in danger! Dive headfirst into this 3D action/racing game, run at full speed, jump to avoid the dangers and reach the finish line! Help Voulpy on his adventure! His little brother has been kidnapped and it's up to you to travel to different worlds to find him! Beaches, jungles, snow-capped mountains, fiery dungeons - there's no shortage of challenges, but be careful you don't… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kraken Odyssey.

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  46. Website | Twitter | Ludum Dare ABOUT Castle Uno was made in 72 hours for the Ludum Dare game jam, and was originally released in December 2013. It's a platform game about a tiny adventurer exploring a castle. You must get past the challenges set for you by the giant evil bird thingy. Your reward will be one gold coin. WHY WE MADE IT This game was made for Ludum Dare 28, and the theme… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Castle Uno.

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  47. Thwip is my entry for Ludum Dare 32. It's a puzzle platformer game where you need to navigate the various platforms and traps to reach the end. Please feel free to check out other games that I have made!StoryWhile traveling back home, your spaceship suddenly started to malfunction and crash landed on a nearby planet. All its parts scattered across the planet and you have to collect them again to r… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Thwip.

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  48. CHROMA+ELEKTRON is a 2D twin-stick shooter. Return all chromatic energy back to its proper state. Survive against increasingly difficult waves of constructs. Collect their energy to unleash powerful weapons and abilities. Your speed and power will know no equal. Features:Fast-paced twin-stick shooter gameplay, with 2D platformer and shoot 'em up elements. Challenging but rewarding diffic… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to CHROMA+ELEKTRON.

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  49. View Game
    61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics
    79% User Score Based on 28 reviews

    Welcome to Charmr, the premier dating app for snakes! Looking for love? Cruise around the club and wrap around your dates to show your affection! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Snakedate.

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    79%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    100% User Score Based on 30 reviews

    Disparity is an extreme precision 2D Puzzle Platformer based around one core mechanic: swapping the polarity of levels. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Disparity.

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