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Games like The Hero's Journey through Time

Games like The Hero's Journey through Time

Games like The Hero's Journey through Time

Looking for games like The Hero's Journey through Time? Here are top tactical role playing recommendations with a fantasy, mystery, anime and science fiction focus, selected from player-similarity data — start with The South Island, Verfall or The Ape Tales: An Epic Adventure Game.

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  1. Welcome to The South Island! Step into the shoes of a young adventurer, explore the rich fauna and flora while collecting essential resources, learn about the indigenous culture, and face unique enemies and bosses of the region to rescue your family in this old-school RPG! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The South Island.

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  2. Verfall: A Dark and Strategic RPGThe world of Verfall is in ruins. The "Servants of Corrosion" have been unleashed, and now it's a race against time to save what remains. Heroes marked by the "Mark" carry the burden of a curse and must unite, facing the challenge with the few resources available. Traditional power-ups are not an option — every battle must be fought with what yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Verfall.

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  3. The Ape Tales: An Epic Adventure Game Humanity brought the world to ruin. Now, the fate of the animal kingdom rests in the hands of... one extraordinarily determined ape! The Ape Tales is a dynamic platformer that fuses the magic of retro classics with modern gameplay mechanics. Travel through time—from the age of dinosaurs to a cybernetic future—upgrade your arsenal, and battle relentless armies … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Ape Tales: An Epic Adventure Game.

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  4. A DECEPTIVELY BEAUTIFUL WORLD A seemingly peaceful village becomes the target of a brutal orc attack. As Arvin—a local warrior and defender—you stand against overwhelming odds to fight the horde. However, it quickly becomes clear that the invasion is just the tip of the iceberg. A powerful magic slumbers beneath the earth, and the local baron hides a dark secret known as Bloodsalt. Who is the real… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Bloodsalt.

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  5. 40%Game Brain Score
    40% User Score Based on 1 reviews

    Here's a short preview on the project I've been working on since august 2017. It's my first RPG, based on my ideas, various stuff and some of the games I enjoyed from the last 30 years. Pretty much everything is still work in progress, but I'll give it my best untill and after public release. SYNOPSIS The story takes place in Galdmaril, a fantasy world, where the 8 main sentient races are living … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Galdmaril.

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  6. 57%Game Brain Score
    57% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    PATREON | YOUTUBE Welcome, traveler! Burning Soul, the full game, is a zelda-style adult RPG that lets you use a team of three girls to unleash real-time combos while explore a world full of exciting moments and secrets. The minigame, instead, is focus on the love story between Ajoora and Axy, show us funny and erotic moments of their daily life. The world of game: Haumea Haumea is a tempting p… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Burning Soul - prologue.

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  7. 《Space Travel:Chronicles》 Genre: Pixel Narrative · Choice-Driven · Single-Player Story Features: Suspenseful Time Paradox · 200+ Dialogue Choices · Zero-Combat Immersive Experience Current Version: Complete Chapters 1-2 (Chapters 3-4 in Development, Free Update)   ◆ Game Introduction "When unfamiliar objects suddenly appear in your room, and your mother insists you have a 'sister yo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Space Travel:Chronicles.

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  8. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    81% User Score Based on 2,680 reviews
    Critic Score 88%Based on 4 reviews

    Eiyuden Chronicles: Hundred Heroes is designed to bring players a modern take on a classic JRPG experience. Get ready to lead 100+ playable characters through a war-torn world only you can save. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 23 reviews

    A Turn-Based Sci-FI RPG. Journey into the Galaxy of Xerxes and play as Klein, A Cipher, and personal bodyguard to Princess Ellemine, as he finds himself entangled in the ongoing struggle between the Errans and Draconians. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rave Heart.

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    77%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    77% User Score Based on 481 reviews

    Balrum is an old-school, hybrid turn-based, open world RPG with deep tactical combat. Explore a huge living fantasy world with dozens of side quests next to an epic main quest. Grow your own crops, build your home, and craft your own custom items. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Balrum.

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  11. ■ Story OutlineIn 1612, a brutal witch hunt completely wiped out witchcraft from human civilization. Half a century later (1662), the Kingdom of Lancaster falls into panic once again—young girls are vanishing without a trace, and unprecedented, grotesque monsters are appearing in the countryside. Elysia, an ordinary girl living in Leyland Village, accidentally encounters "Slippery"—a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 這個觸手…是我的…隊友!?.

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  12. Mariachi Legends is a brutal, pixel art, combat-oriented Metroidvania set in the heart of Mexico.You play as Pablo Cruz, a detective who has agreed to a deal with Death herself. She has given Pablo the ability to transform into the mighty La Sombra allowing him to fight back against evil. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mariachi Legends.

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  13. Welcome to "Before Fate": A Nexus of Time and Space “Before Fate” blends retro sci-fi with imaginative comic art for a unique survival adventure. Journey through time portals, explore diverse worlds, gather resources, face survival challenges, explore mysterious dungeons, and gradually uncover the truth behind an interstellar disaster. Game Features: Time-Space Odyssey: Explore diverse environment… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Before Fate.

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  14. Adventure ExplorationDuring your adventures in Dice Clash World, you'll be free to uncover every mystery on the map like a true explorer, searching for hidden treasures and facing unknown challenges. From the quiet moonlight forest to the bitterly cold cloud-topped ice city, every choice and every move may change your fate. Dice MechanismEach hero has his own unique dice. Determine your actions… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dice Clash World.

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  15. A story-rich action adventure where you play as a god walking among humans to break a deadly curse. Explore a stylized world blending 2D pixel art and 3D low-poly landscapes, battle corrupted creatures, complete quests, and unlock powerful skills. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cursebound.

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  16. Dragon Fall Genres: Action RPG | Adventure | Fantasy Style: 2D Pixel Art with charming visuals and epic animations Languages: Portuguese (Brazil), English Game Mode: Single Player Summary: For millennia, dragons coexisted with humans, spreading fear and destruction wherever they went. They were, for the most part, hostile and ruthless creatures. But over time, they vanished... until now. After … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Fall.

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  17. 66%Game Brain Score
    66% User Score Based on 17 reviews

    ______|_Discord_|_Itch.io_|_YouTube_|_Twitter_|_Instagram_|_Patreon_|_Ko-fi_|_______ [Media 2165487] [Media 2165491] ~The Seventh Warrior~ is a retro-themed, SNES-style RPG that tells the story... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Seventh Warrior.

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  18. An ancient, dormant world, and an epic RPG adventure waiting! FEATURES: AN EPIC STORY UNFOLDS - In the world of DREMID’IR, the godly beings that once shepherded their creation have been slain. In their place, destruction and darkness. But NEW civilizations have grown to blaze their own paths forward. Join an UNLIKELY group of heroes, on a quest to PROTECT New Bastion, and destroy THE GODSLAYER. Ch… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Odyssey of Dremid'ir.

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  19. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    85% User Score Based on 2,937 reviews
    Critic Score 78%Based on 4 reviews

    Timespinner is a 2D metroidvania platformer about a young woman who travels through time to destroy the empire that killed her family. At its heart, the game is a child of the great pixelated classics of the SNES and PS1 age. From the rich story worlds of Star Ocean, the expansive gothic castle to explore in Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, and the tight gameplay of Megaman X, Timespinner seek… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Timespinner.

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  20. The Project: Artificial Legacy Saga is a Four-part series following the adventure of Kirana and her battle against a mysterious evil force. The Project: Artificial Legacy Saga is setup to mimic the look and feel like a video game compilation, with each part being a full game that is crafted to look and feel like it came from a different console generation. The first game 'Project: Artificial L… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Project: Artificial Legacy Saga.

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  21. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    Post-apocalyptic pixel art survival RPG—offline play and turn-based battles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wanderer.

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  22. Imagine you're a kid back in the 90s. You woke up early because you're excited you're going to play your favorite JRPG! Daydream is all you would expect from the JRPGs of yore, plus voice acting and original music to give life to the story and characters. When their captain goes missing, our young heroes decide to embark on a journey that will lead them to discover the chilling truth abo… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Daydream.

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  23. A 2D mini action RPG about Runnyk, a viking who goes on a journey for the Four Magical Runes to find a way to save his beloved. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Runnyk.

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  24. 61%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics
    89% User Score Based on 19 reviews

    Embrace cooking techniques like never beforeAfter being fired from a previous job as a line cook, a young chef is hungry for new work. One morning a mysterious job offer appears that beckons you towards a mysterious, magical restaurant. Culinary Wizard is a traditional 2D action-platformer made in a cozy 32-bit pixel art style. Bring ingredients to life and travel between unique worlds, battlin… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Culinary Wizard.

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  26. 94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    94% User Score Based on 71 reviews

    A story woven from courage A fusion of nostalgia and novelty awaits you!  An authentic 8-bit style dungeon crawler RPG packed with retro style, intended for the NES™ generation and all RPG fans! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Crescent Tower.

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  27. 87%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    87% User Score Based on 239 reviews
    Critic Score 87%Based on 6 reviews

    Inspired by classic sci-fi movies, Beyond Galaxyland is an intergalactic, 2.5D adventure-RPG set among the stars. Step into the sneakers of high-schooler Doug, as he’s whisked away to ‘Galaxyland’ - a zoo-like solar system of planets - on an epic quest to save Earth itself. An all-new take on the beloved RPG adventures of old, prepare for a journey like no other, skyrocketing through teeming j… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond Galaxyland.

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  28. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    93% User Score Based on 708 reviews

    Explore a dark and sinister Osaka as the Demon Hunter Shin. Battle demons, regain lost skills, and uncover the truth of your forgotten past in this exciting occult-inspired cyberpunk metroidvania. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to BLADECHIMERA.

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  29. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    96% User Score Based on 100 reviews

    Wells, pitfalls, houses, villagers, monsters (!?), anything around you can be a weapon! An action RPG that you've never seen before, you can fight with all the objects you see in the game. There are more than 300 kinds of weapons.Aim to complete the weapon gallery! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The World is Your Weapon.

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  30. 89%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    89% User Score Based on 720 reviews

    Explore spooky time-traversing landscapes, don adorable new costumes that transform into powerful Hallo-warriors, and collect even Creepier Treat Cards to wield in combat against a legion of hygiene obsessed baddies. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Costume Quest 2.

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  31. Synopsis In the world of Zutara, there was once a great city known as Arcadia, where dragons and humans lived in peace. However, this all changed when a great blood-red meteor fell from the sky, the Crimson Meteor. The meteor wiped out Arcadia along with most of life on the planet, not only leaving few survivors, but also spreading feral beasts known as terrors across the land. This cataclysmic e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Meteo Chronicles (Old).

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    94%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization
    94% User Score Based on 4,792 reviews

    In One Way Heroics, you take on the role of an intrepid adventurer who must travel across the land and face the Demon Lord before a mysterious shadow engulfs everything. Darkness always approaches from the left, and with each movement or action you take, the void creeps ever closer. Forced to run right, you'll encounter any number of monsters, allies, thieves and shops on your desperate journey t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to One Way Heroics.

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  33. The brand new indie game hitting the screen, The curse of the ebony sword: Ebonside! A Indie JRPG with a lot of features from crafting to dreaded boss fights! As time pasts, the land that once housed life now houses a giant evil. And only you can stop it Battle the darkness with classic classes from the old days of JRPGs with some new ones as well! With a warrior, Black mage, Thief or a Dark A… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to EbonSide.

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  34. 52%Game Brain Score
    52% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    Hundred years ago, The Illuminati Order, originally formed by a demon named Lucifer, plunged the whole world into Chaos. With his mighty power, he slowly corrupted this living world, driving the humanity to an extinction. Fortunately, six remarkable warriors, calling themselves Warriors of The Holy Alliance, possessed the power of faith and justice, stood against The Illuminati as the last hope of… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Yggdrasil Chronicles: A Tale of Cindrivia.

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  35. ══✧══      ══✧══ Thalia wakes up in a strange house, in a strange town, in a strange world...  With no memories of her past, it's up to her to decide her future. Arcana is an RPG in the style of old-school JRPGS, but with elements and storytelling techniques from more modern RPGs such as Undertale, Earthbound, and Omori. Your mission is to unravel the truth of your past, while forming bonds wit… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Arcana.

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  36. 53%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay
    90% User Score Based on 10 reviews

    Embark on a quest of self discovery in this card-based adventure RPG! Complete your Tarot deck, read people's future with taromancy, and use your powers over the elements to solve environmental puzzles. Summon your spirit and duel other witches in turn-based combat. Will you discover yourself? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tarot: Theo's Quest.

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  37. Embark on a thrilling fantasy sci-fi adventure as a courageous little fox! Team up with your animal and alien allies to battle relentless robot foes, discover inspiring stories, and journey across incredible vistas to save your planet from an intergalactic invasion. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Foxtale.

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  38. 70%Game Brain Score
    70% User Score Based on 25 reviews

    Dynamic battles, twisting dungeons, and countless secrets await you in the magical world of Astravia. Journey alongside your companions as you unravel the mystery of your past and uncover the truth behind a mysterious trio’s plot... before the Cataclysm brings forth another age of ruin. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Legends of Astravia.

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  39. 91%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    91% User Score Based on 136 reviews

    Shrine's Legacy is a SNES-like action adventure RPG where you’ll wield elemental magic to explore the nooks and crannies of Ardemia and battle a rising evil. Play single player or with a friend in co-op! Shrine’s Legacy lets you harness elemental Gemstones to cast spells in real-time both to defeat foes and remove obstacles! Meet intriguing characters along the way as the two heroes journey to res… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shrine's Legacy.

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  40. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    99% User Score Based on 193 reviews

    A creepy-cozy 3D adventure game about solving puzzles, rebuilding a haunted ghost town, meeting weird creatures, and listening to ridiculous music! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mayor May Knott.

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  41. 99%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    99% User Score Based on 100 reviews

    Begin your adventure in Shattered Divinities to reveal the truth! Traverse the land where deities have perished, explore abandoned divine realms, battle mutated monsters, gather divine power to awaken your strength, and unveil the truth behind the deities’ fall. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Shattered Divinities.

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  42. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics
    87% User Score Based on 15 reviews

    Fast paced reactive combat  Wave based enemies with unique moves each increasing in difficulty Advanced bossfights that don't care about your stats Decorate your own island and enhance your home with items you unlock during your adventure Work on secondary skills and systems to enhance the power of your character: Farming, Alchemy, Fishing, Smithing, Hunting, Slayer and Cooking! Gather e… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Incursion2D.

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  43. 52%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, optimization
    85% User Score Based on 13 reviews

    A fast-paced pixel art metroidvania, where the musician Jonah Weingarten is drawn to feudal Japan via an arcade station. Once there, he must face vicious yokai hordes and beat the game to return to his own era. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Ninja Brigade feat. Jonah Weingarten.

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  44. 55%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    77% User Score Based on 22 reviews

    An epic 2D ARPG adventure awaits in the world of Wings of Endless! Discover the secret of a forgotten war in Wings of Endless, a platforming Action-RPG with a captivating Pixelart style that will draw you in from start to finish. Step into the role of Hariku, a brash bounty hunter who boasts of being the best at his craft. Step into the role of Hariku, a brash bounty hunter who boasts of being t… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wings of Endless.

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  45. WELCOME TO THE EPIC WORLD OF SOUL SHIFTERS: ONLINE! An exploration and grind focused MMORPG. Explore a vibrant universe where humans and Daemons collide in an epic battle for supremacy. Uncover the power of assimilation, transforming into powerful Daemons to face unimaginable challenges. Immerse yourself in this electrifying journey, where your courage will shape the destiny of the world. … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Soul Shifters: MMORPG.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    95% User Score Based on 3,960 reviews

    Successor to the roguelike RPG "Elona". Adventure, survival, crafting, home-building, myths passed down, and stories of humans and Elea spun. What scars will you leave on the land of Ylva? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Elin.

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  48. Much of Marema was destroyed by the Empire of Garen decades ago. The radioactive fallout destroyed most of the tropical rainforests and verdant countryside for which Marema was famous, leaving behind only a desert waste known as “The Deadlands”. In the century following the war, the once proud country of Marema has fallen into a slow decline from which it may never recover, with recent efforts at … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to VoltAge:Genesis.

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  49. 96%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization
    96% User Score Based on 347 reviews

    LunarLux is filled to the brim with Sci-Fi references, scientific facts, quirky & lovable characters, and a fantastic Moon to explore; filled with technologically advanced Space Colonies and Cities, as well as Ancient Ruins of a civilization long forgotten.Science and Knowledge...is the ultimate power. Soon, humanity will witness the infinite potential of the universe’s strongest cosmic energy: An… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LunarLux.

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  50. 81%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, stability
    92% User Score Based on 532 reviews
    Critic Score 66%Based on 7 reviews

    Master the Gibbon’s art of movement with a unique move-set that lets you swing, slide and somersault through a lush jungle canopy. Experience a free-flowing story of family and survival as you search for a home that may be lost forever in Gibbon: Beyond the Trees. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gibbon: Beyond the Trees.

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