Games like THE GARDENER (Ludum Dare)

Polyorbis was written in 3 days for the Ludum Dare 38 Jam, created by: Mattparks and Decaxon. The competitions theme is: A Small World. We used our own open-sourced Java OpenGL game engine: Flounder. Polyorbis is open-source and can be found here: https://github.com/Equilibrium-Games/Polyorbis Brief Features: Third person low poly art style. Procedurally generated music. Survival and action p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Polyorbis.

WASD - Move katamari Mouse - Look Spacebar - Jump ----- Made for [Ludum Dare 58: Collector ](Katamari Survivors | ldjam.com | Ludum Dare game jam) # Katamari Survivor Theme of LD 58 is Collector, rather than making another Granny/Slender collect pages clone,  I thought about what existing games about collecting stuff are great, and obviously the best game about collecting stuff is Katamari D… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Katamari Survivors.

Take control of Grimmy, a Grim Reaper sent to a small town during the Rapture to guide the souls of the fallen townsfolk to the afterlife. Navigate through chaos against time, hellish rifts, and other Grim Reapers while the world sinks into oblivion forever. Ensure Grimmy spends the end of days reaping with prestige! HOW TO PLAY Keyboard: WASD / Arrow Keys - Moves your character around E - … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Have a Nice Reap.

Loople is a Knowledge-Gated Puzzle/Action/Adventure game created by a single person in less than 4 days for the GMTK 2025 Game Jam.Inspired by games such as Tunic, Outer Wilds, Antichamber, Animal Well, Rain World and Chroma Zero, deep knowledge-gated puzzles permeate the world under the guise of a cutesy action-platformer. You take control of a small cat warrior, stuck in a world where a haunting… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Loople.

ABOUT OUR GAME The game was made during the Ludum Dare 46. The theme of the jam was Keep it Alive.  Visit our Ludum Dare page! :) Imagine you are an onion gardener who has just sprouted in a ruined castle garden located on the back of a flying giant tortoise … Despite its magnificent appearance, the flying creature seems weakened and its gardens seem to have seen better days. Luckily for her, ever… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Land I Live On.

This heatwave starts with a leaf fire caused by a gardening bot, and spreads to an all-consuming firestorm!  Direct the  flames from one flammable object to another and grow the fire to burn bigger and grander things. This is my submission for the June/July 2019 JackpotJam. The theme was a ‘Heatwave’. If you like this game let us know, comment, rate and spread the word so we can expand the concep… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Firestarter: A Burn It Up Arcade Game.

This is a bugfix version that fixes bugs that prevented the player from accessing a large chunk of the game that contains music, voiceover, and animation created during the game jam. The post-jam version, which implements features we did not have time to implement during the game jam, is available here. The submission build is available here. You are a small archerfish in a small pond. Your… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ponding Experience (bugfix).

▶ PLAY NOOBS ARE COMING on STEAM DARK SOIL WINNER OF LUDUM DARE 41 out of 3012 games THE DARK SOULS OF GARDEN GAMES Made in 3 days for the Ludum Dare 41, Theme was "combine 2 incompatibles game genres" "Cultivate your garden and earn souls from dangerous plant species"  Get seeds and plant them on Soil tiles, then use your watering can to grow them and earn souls. Every 5 levels, you u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DARK SOIL ★.

A miniature town building meets tower defence  game - grow your population, use engineers to close the spawn points,  reach the scenario goals and fight off the mysterious local creatures. Originally Built For Ludum Dare 38 - Theme - A Small World Controls Mouse - Click on buttons to select object to place and then left click to place. Right click to cancel. Cursor Arrows to Move camera around map… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pixel Town.

Website | Twitter | Ludum Dare ABOUT From the Sea, Freedom was made in 72 hours for the Ludum Dare game jam, and was originally released in December 2015. It's a very relaxed game about exploring an underwater environment and discovering various fish and plant life. We really enjoyed making this game, and had a lot of ideas we couldn't fit into a game jam entry, so are currently working on a fu… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to From the Sea, Freedom.

This game was made for Ludum Dare 34 In this game you grow plants and protect them from evil shoes,shears and bulldozers. It is about experimenting and getting used to the game mechanics and also about strategically thinking. My game can be played with only 2 Keys (A/D) or a Mouse (which has 2 Buttons). You upgrade things by throwing coins at them. Enemies will appear when the sun rises. When… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to A Fox's Garden.

Made for the Kenney Jam of 2023- (restriction: art assets must be sourced from available Kenney asset packs. I have used Space Shooter Redux, Space Shooter Extension, and UI Pack [Space Expansion]) CONTROLS:WASD or Arrow Keys to control thrust (Space to engage your space-brakes, to come to a stop) E to advance text boxes (or to restart) (G to "give up" and explode at any time) Aim your guns with t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Ace: COMBAT.

Created for Ludum Dare 47!  The theme this time was "Stuck in a Loop." Temporal Objects is a puzzle platformer set in a temple of time where objects are stuck in a time loop.  You have the power to look at an object and freeze it in time.  Use this power to interact with obstacles and navigate through levels to grab the key.  There are three levels in total. How to Play: - Move = WASD to move a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Temporal Objects.

DescriptionMy game for Ludum Dare 38, In Agaric Abyss, you are a small mushroom creature in a small mushroom world underground, grow and spread mushrooms to journey to the surface. With your gardening prowess, you construct your own path forward!There is one small post-compo fix in the compo version, that being I tweaked a few parameters to make the platforming feel less awful. To toggle back and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Agaric Abyss.

This is my entry for Ludum Dare 53The theme was Harvest and it seemed like a perfect excuse to remake my Ludum Dare 51 entry. The game is less polished and focused but far more ambitious. I tried a bunch of things I've never done before in games development which means things are a bit buggier though more feature complete.There are bugs, there are issues and the gameplay loop could be better but I… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Life is Fleeting: New Harvest.

Climb deeper and deeper into the clouds using your tongue as a grappling hook, and find the only thing that can help you achieve your dreams! Grapple Tongue is a platformer game made for Ludum Dare 48 by Mors with music and sound effects by CosmicGem. The controls for the game are WASD/Arrow keys to move, Left Mouse Button/SPACE to lick, and R to restart from the last checkpoint. You can switch be… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Grapple Tongue.

A small game developed by Luca Fumagalli for the Ludum Dare #34 Game Jam! About the Game You play as a lone soul battling a vile force known as Despair. The grief and regrets of the dead power it, and every soul that falls into the darkness will make Despair grow. To win, you must keep white souls from falling into Despair (the darkness at the bottom of the screen) by lifting them with y… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Hope.

Update V1.1 (15-04-2021):You can now buy a vacuum cleaner which uses less energy to clean the floor. Buy a dishwasher so the dishes no longer use as much energy.This is a game we created for the Ludum Dare 47 game jam. The theme is "Stuck in a loop". You play Dolen. A young man who has started a new job and moved into a new apartment. The game shines a spotlight on the issue of balancing work life… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dolen Days.

v1.2 alpha released!!! This version has a number of improvements:Auto-mine is enabled by popular demand! Click and hold to mine.You can now mine upwards, by popular demand!You can call for rescue if you get stuck down the mine! You'll lose all your gems, though. Click the "Call for rescue" link at the bottom right.You can now hover over your backpack icon to show what you're carrying and the total… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shiny Depths.

News *Parity update now live!* Update 24/02/2017 The parity update for All Ways Down brings both the WebGL and the standalone version up to date with the recently released Android version of All Ways Down (available here or via the link below). New features include: New collectables system: Each level now contains a golden collectable. New level rating system: Each level now has a rating … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to All Ways Down.

74%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

74% User Score Based on 62 reviews

Roadmap About the GameASTROBOTANICA™ is a science-driven exploration adventure set on prehistoric Earth. You’re Xel - an alien botanist stranded on a hostile primeval world while searching for rare plant species capable of saving your dying home planet. Ancient Earth is beautiful, mysterious, and toxic to your physiology. To survive, you must study the planet’s ecosystems, discover powerful pr… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to ASTROBOTANICA.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

82% User Score Based on 85 reviews

Run your own toy store! Arrange shelves, set prices, process payments, and manage staff. Expand and design your shop, handle online orders, deliver with a scooter, trade rare toys, and ensure security. Create a magical shopping experience in Toy Shop Simulator! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Toy Shop Simulator.

34%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

53% User Score Based on 15 reviews

An enticingly cozy, witch themed gardening simulator. immerse yourself in the joy and whimsy of tending to your magical garden. Develop your powers, grow magical plants, and maybe even find your own witchy animal companion! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Witch Hazel.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

83% User Score Based on 567 reviews

About the developerHi! I'm Shaun, the solo developer of Lyca and creator of Syphono4! My goal is to release small, fun and affordable games like Lyca every few months. Please join my newsletter so you can stay in the loop about my projects! About the Game Lyca is a small, relaxing, incremental game about a magical wolf restoring a barren wasteland into a lush meadow. Run freely through th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lyca.

92%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, music

92% User Score Based on 130 reviews

Skillwood is a survival simulator about resource foraging. Chop trees, mine stones, and skillfully level up your abilities to upgrade buildings with the gathered resources. Go through the continous progression by unlocking more areas and buildings. Controls: WASD / Arrow buttons - movement SPACEBAR - action (chop, mine or construct) LEFT SHIFT - run About game: Game revolves around resou… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Skillwood.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

70% User Score Based on 280 reviews

Sugar Shack is a maple syrup management game and world crafter set in a cozy, magical forest inspired by Quebec lore and art. Hungry villagers with endless sweet tooths make their way to this legendary shack. Grab some friends, fire up the boiler, and let the syrup flow! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Sugar Shack.

56%Game Brain Score

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61% User Score Based on 43 reviews

In this newspaper sim, you're the new Editor-in-Chief! Can you turn a small local newspaper into a well-respected media power house? Grow your staff of reporters, get subscribers, win awards and more! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Above the Fold.

79%Game Brain Score

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78% User Score Based on 575 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 1 reviews

You can't save the whole world. It's going to be eaten by a mythological demon with the head of a fish. But as a puppet that absorbs all it touches, you can try to rescue as much of Earth's greatness as you can before the end arrives. In the beginning, you roam the Earth, capable of absorbing only the tiniest of objects. A glass marble you collect becomes your head, and a pair of jellybeans becom… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wonderful End of the World.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story

64% User Score Based on 362 reviews

Behind all those leaves, roots, and petals is an intelligent bio-machine of starch, nutrients, and water. Take over a flower's seedling to help it grow and reproduce before winter approaches. Carefully gather and manage three key resources needed to create flowers and fruits. You'll never look at these organisms the same way again! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Reach for the Sun.

80%Game Brain Score

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81% User Score Based on 718 reviews

Critic Score 75%Based on 2 reviews

A first-person game in which after starving to death, the player wakes up in the Void, a dying land housing numerous Sisters and long-absent Brothers, all of whom subsist on Color, the essence of life in the Void. With the player's arrival, a resurgence of Color is observed in the Void, prompting the Brothers to return and subject the player to various trials so that he may also become a Brother b… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Void.

82%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

96% User Score Based on 20,288 reviews

Critic Score 66%Based on 9 reviews

Instant town building toy If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Townscaper.

48%Game Brain Score

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60% User Score Based on 30 reviews

Critic Score 40%Based on 1 reviews

Golem is a heart-warming adventure about a young girl and a shape-shifting golem who must navigate the ruins of an ancient tower to solve its challenging puzzles and re-activate its long-dormant machines. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Golem.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, story

78% User Score Based on 445 reviews

Welcome to the Voodoo Garden! You're owner of a little hut in a bustling swamp. With the help of little spirits you can earn powers and gold by producing various voodoo supplies. In Voodoo Garden you plant trees, shrubs and herbs in order to grow various fruits, leafs, mushrooms and more. By harvesting your plants and catching wild swamp animals you gather ingredients for your production of occul… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Voodoo Garden.

91%Game Brain Score

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100% User Score Based on 42 reviews

Wilderplace is a puzzle-adventure game set within the Divine Garden, an idyllic creation of the gods that has plunged into chaos and conflict. You play as a shaman, tasked with restoring order through your magical abilities. Explore the maze-like environment, harness magical artifacts, and uncover mysteries as you wrangle restless spirits and evade dangerous intruders. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wilderplace.

RealmCode, an adventure in a world where magic is code A magical evil has created a breach in the magic of your garden - can you code it back to health? Note: there is a small visual bug, enter full screen (bottom right) and exit to fix it - so far can't find a workaround. Note: coding knowledge is required, as the form of magic is based on it. Controls: WASD movement, mouse look around, click… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Realm Code.

R.E.V.O.L.V.E Fullscreen Recommended - Read AIM and Controls Made In 5 Days For Chili Jam 4 10th Place Overall 4th Place Judge's Vote It was a failure... so they locked it away...but...one last test...save our souls. General Controls ESC - Pause/Unpause Left Arrow/Right Arrow - Move In Orbit Mouse + LMB - Select Upgrade Controls - Normal WASD/ARROW Keys - MOVEHOLD SPACE - TransformG… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to R.E.V.O.L.V.E.

In a world of usually tiny problems, disaster has struck! The guinea pigs’ hoard of delicious peaflakes has dwindled to a pitiful amount! But the box holding the beloved food is standing locked on a shelf, mocking the herd's need for tasty treats. There is only one way to solve the problem – some brave guinea pig will have to venture out and get their owner! This is the story of Maximus Jones! Wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maximus Jones.

Zombie Rush 100 100 waves of unrelenting undead chaos. Can you survive them all? Dive into Zombie Rush 100, a pulse-pounding top-down survival shooter where every second counts. Arm yourself with an arsenal of escalating weapons—from gritty pistols to devastating plasma cannons—and fortify your stand against hordes that grow deadlier with each wave. Build traps, turrets, and barrie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Zombie Rush 100.

WISHLIST ON STEAMThis project means a lot to me. If you’d like to help, add CHARK to your Steam wishlist. I’m grateful for every click.CONTROLS The controls are intuitive and designed to keep you focused on strategy, atmosphere, and the thrill of choice. PC: Left Mouse Button — select a card or interact with UI elements. Right Mouse Button — physically drag and place a card into a sl… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to HARK.

Follow the incredible adventure of a cute axolotl who decides to explore the world! Jump, run, bump your head on some platforms, but be careful not to fall into the pits, because a scary death awaits.... ...Wait... Did I just got an achievement?! Context This game was made in 72 hours for the Ludum Dare #58 game jam. The theme was: "Collector". Controls Move with WASD, jump with Space and in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Axolotl Adventure.

Dropseed --- Description Collect raindrops with your bucket, avoid the falling stones, and empty the water to help your plant grow.   Every drop counts — the more you deliver, the bigger your plant will become before the storm ends.   This game was designed with **mobile play in mind**, but it also works on desktop.   --- How to Play - Drag your finger (or mouse) to move the bucket left an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dropseed.

“What a perfect day to start working on my Ludum Dare entry!”, said I to myself 12 hours before the Jam deadline ends. Like, I think, 95% of people who saw the theme I as well thought “hey, collect, that means CARDS!” And then I also wanted to make a top-down shooter for a long time. Roguelite shooter as well. And I also like cards. So I decided, why not to do everything at the same t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to deck of doom [LD58 / Web Version].

The love sheriff arrives at a alien shalloon and he is there to spread some much needed love. The story behind this game It's now 10 years ago I made my first jam game, and the game was "The Love Sheriff ". The game was made for the Ludum Dare 32 and the jam theme was "Unconventional weapon". I have because of the 10th anniversary decided to make a total remake of the game. The game is combinati… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Love Sheriff (10th anniversary).

Here's The link to the Game Jam ! https://ldjam.com/events/ludum-dare/58/rogue-of-gems Programming: Weiqi Liu Art: Jiawei Zhang  Controls & Tips  Controls: E – Interact Space – Dash TAB – Open Backpack (Drag or click items to equip/swap/unequip) Left / Right Mouse Button – Fire left or right hand weapon W A S D – Move Tip: Don’t forget to visit the Collections before your next adven… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rogue of Gems.

Watch the Latest Update VideoLatest Update Summary New Character Models!New Lighting!New Camera! Heart of Prince [قلب الأمير] Two Years. One Gang. And a Heartstruck Leader. You play as Prince, a 17-year-old leader of The Alley Cats—a crew of orphaned kids who look to him for everything.  After a sudden heart attack, Prince learns his time is short.  He turns his life around, embracing Is… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart of Prince [قلب الأمير].

The airline website is frustrating, but Proppy is here to help! New in version 3.1 Post-jam Quality of Life Update Aug 20: Option to abandon run, in pause button menu Graphic inventory to track your unlocks A few small bugfixes New in Trijam 333 Part 3 Aug 17: Collect different endings to unlock food items.Unlock the ability to make a sandwich using your collected items.There are current… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Way Ticket.

Summary A plinko-style "city-builder" about saving your small town after a bypass diverts travelers who would otherwise help sustain local businesses. With a little bit of bribery, you've managed to get the bypass temporarily shut down. Strategically construct new businesses in your town and direct cars with traffic tones to maximize profits and keep your town alive! Gameplay Cars will "d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Plinkone.

ATTENTION DEBTOR #59573 You have been allocated to Zone 24 for kactite extraction. Leave your accommodation pod immediately and make your way to the depot for kit allocation. Attend elevator 87B at 0530 hrs where you will receive further instructions. We at Pizcorp Limited hope you have a productive and uneventful day. Debt, Delirium and a Dark Descent The Quota is a short atmospheric horror s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Quota.

https://hb10001.itch.io/fall-off Game made in ~48h for Ludum Dare 57. Theme: Depth Solo dev entry for Jam. - - - - - - - Controls     ·Move: WASD or Arrow Keys     ·Dash (side): Double-tap ← or →     ·Power Dash (down strike): K or X (Unlocks after Level 2)     ·Slow Time: Hold Shift (Unlocks after Level 3)     ·Shoot (downward bullets): Hold J or Z (Unlocks after Level 4)     ·Start G… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fall Off.

grey screen? please wait a few minutes for the game to load! CONTROLS: hold & release spacebar/mouse to jump.WASD nudges the jaffa cake slightly.R to restartEsc to pause / show cursor - bad performance on web? Download the windows version! Simon is reclining in his nice velvet chair, about to drift off to sleep.  he desperately wants a jaffa cake.what would it take, for that jaffa cake to hop… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to JAFFAQUEST.