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Games like The Rat Loop

Looking for games like The Rat Loop? Here are top survival platformer recommendations, selected from player-similarity data — start with Merge Parade, Midnight's Blessing or Lost Wish: In the desperate world.

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  1. Merge to evolve. Place to conquer. Merge Parade is a formation-based auto-battler set on a 5×5 grid. Buy monsters, merge them into stronger evolutions, and arrange them in a winning layout using powerful adjacency passives. Combat plays out automatically — your only job is deciding who stands where. One smart placement can turn the tide.Core Gameplay Loop Buy monsters from the shop Place them on… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Merge Parade.

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  2. 38%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, music
    47% User Score Based on 32 reviews

    Sidni Larkhearst lived a simple life, delivering messages for her village, until her home is attacked by vampires one night. To her horror, Sidni learns that Dracula, the most feared vampire of all time is hunting her. But why? Find out in this exciting 16-bit RPG from the "Valiant" team. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Midnight's Blessing.

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  3. Lost Wish: In the Desperate World is a 2D side-scrolling platformer. Play as a young girl, explore different locations, defeat monsters, and find out what secrets this cruel world is hiding from you. Wonderful pixel art, a sad story, epic bosses and much more is waiting for you in the Lost Wish... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Lost Wish: In the desperate world.

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  4. 60%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:music, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story
    63% User Score Based on 38 reviews
    Critic Score 72%Based on 3 reviews

    Furwind is a colorful, pixel art style, action-platformer game that evokes the challeging classics of the old days. Embark on this epic adventure in which a little fox will fight the ominous darkness that is invading its world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Furwind.

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  5. A Quest about Soul, Love and Emotion, inspired by retro RPG style! You're a boy with dark powers, who was playing games and finds out there are monsters outside! So you decide to go out and defeat them to level up! Never lose faith in yourself! (Game contains some flashing lights, be advised) FEATURES: - Diversity of locations! Explore forests, swamps, castles, caves, graveyards and mor… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emo Quest XD.

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  6. In a world where peace is maintained at a high price, Emin appears, a young mystical warrior who faces battles on the borders of the magical kingdom to guarantee the tranquility of her people. However, her existence is seen by some as just a legend, while for others it is a never-before-told story, shrouded in mystery and bravery. Along her journey, Emin will face epic challenges and discover anci… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Emin's Journey.

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  7. Summary         Unshrouded is a platformer game about pushing and managing blobs of light to defend yourself and rescue villagers from monsters. You have a set night time and you must be strategic about when to exit the light, when to move the light, what light sources to capture, and what villagers are worth saving. Gameplay         You play as a wizard character, called the Unshrouded, that c… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Unshrouded (Team 3 F2025).

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    100%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story
    100% User Score Based on 120 reviews

    In a world engulfed by a zombie apocalypse, one person decides not to give up and continue their daily work. The zombie apocalypse has arrived. So what?.. But work hasn't gone anywhere. Pizza Boy Z is 3D runner game, where you play for ordinary pizza delivery person who has become an unusual hero. Deliver pizza to people, raiders, zombies, monsters, etc. Features: Zombie Deliver… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pizza Boy Z.

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  9. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, grinding
    83% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    A classic style turn-based RPG. While traveling in the country of Stivale, Ryuunosuke bumps into a fox girl named Selena. Before long, he's brawling with the police, and he gets wrapped up in a movement to reform the country. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fox Girls Never Play Dirty.

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  10. 93%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    93% User Score Based on 99 reviews

    This is a sample game created in RPG Maker MZ by Caz. As a monster, build up your army to take revenge on the heroes in this classic Fantasy RPG. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wolf's Gang.

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  11. 90%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    96% User Score Based on 490 reviews
    Critic Score 77%Based on 4 reviews

    A mysterious hidden realm. Two precocious kids fleeing hardship. Magical creatures and an oddball order of guardians who have lost their way. A stygian evil imprisoned. Welcome to the Deep Woods. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wild at Heart.

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    95%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability
    95% User Score Based on 204 reviews

    Dark Fear is a pixel horror game with RPG and adventure game elements. Explore a diverse landscape filled with forests, mountains, lakes and deserts. Make allies in the local village, upgrade your weapon and armor, go hunting/fishing and fight your way to the truth by slaying your foes, solving puzzles and helping people with their problems. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Fear.

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  13. Wish List Are you tired of the same old games? Then it's time to shake things up with our rooster tale game. Trust me, once you add it to your wishlist, you’ll be crowing with joy. (Get it? Because it's a rooster game...) So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and give it a try! Overview In our 2D platformer game, players take on the role of a brave rooster on a mission to rescue chickens that… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rooster Tale (2D Platformer).

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  14. 45%Game Brain Score
    45% User Score Based on 6 reviews

    Wander the harsh wasteland as one of the last remaining survivors searching for supplies and battling any unwanted visitors in this Fallout inspired pocket based post-apocalyptic RPG survival game. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Wanderer.

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  15. Rad Knight single player skateboarding action platformer about a medieval knight who traded his horse for a sword skateboard. Fight your way through exciting 2.5D environments filled with hand drawn and animated knight and enemies. Grind rails, launch attacks from ramps, kickflips and grabs are your strikes, hit enemy or land a trick to gain multiplier and score big! Use flips, grinds, grabs an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rad Knight.

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  16. Step into the legend of Erandique, a fearless indigenous warrior fighting for his people’s survival in a world filled with myths and challenges. The conquerors have arrived on the shores, threatening to destroy everything in their path. Creatures from folklore emerge from the jungle, testing your courage at every turn. To save your people, you must travel across vast lands, exploring ancient vill… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Erandique.

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  17. Web version of the game has been removed from itch.io because of bugs! Description: English Jason's Adventure is an action-platformer game in an 8-bit style, in which you need to go through different locations, playing as a boy named Jason, defeating enemies along the way, but you only have 3 lives. People are imprisoned by monsters and you need to free them, simultaneously killing enemies, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jason's Adventure Alpha.

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  18. Web version of the game has been removed from itch.io because of bugs! Description: English Jason's Adventure is an action-platformer game in an 8-bit style, in which you need to go through different locations, playing as a boy named Jason, defeating enemies along the way, but you only have 3 lives. People are imprisoned by monsters and you need to free them, simultaneously killing enemies, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jason's Adventure Alpha.

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  19. Storyline In a remote village, a series of underground chambers formed due to a mystical force, opening a pathway to the surface world. A group of monsters emerged and wreaked havoc on the village until an adventurer managed to defeat the monster army and lock the door to the underground chambers. However, now, the door has reopened, prompting the village chief to form units of adventurers to anti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 3Gun.

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  20. Benge reasoningAre you tired of the many works on the market that use the label "mystery" but only offer "suspense" and "decryption"? Do you often lament the scarcity of genuine mystery games? Do you yearn for locked-room murders, headless corpses, twins, disappearing murder weapons, dying messages, or even architectural tricks? Are you a dedicated fan of games like &… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 无生之荣.

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  21. An amazing combination of story game, turn-based tactical action and puzzles. Evacuate scientists on a helicopter, do selfie against the background of apocalyptic landscapes, take part in massive battles of enemy and friendly monsters, and even take control of one of them! A lot of artful enemies, each with their abilities, strengths and weaknesses waiting for you in the most unexpected places, a… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fury Turn.

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  22. Azrael is a detective/horror game designed by two passionate developers as part of a student project for 3 months. Play as Azrael, a detective with occult powers which allows him to relive the crime scenes to solve a criminal case in a group of friends. Explore, find clues and try to investigate who is the serial murderer of the case.INTERROGATE SUSPECTS In the scenes of each crime, you'll find … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Azrael.

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  23. Web version of the game has been removed from itch.io because of bugs! Description: English Jason's Adventure is an action-platformer game in an 8-bit style, in which you need to go through different locations, playing as a boy named Jason, defeating enemies along the way, but you only have 3 lives. People are imprisoned by monsters and you need to free them, simultaneously killing enemies, … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Jason's Adventure Alpha.

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    Check Out This About the Game"StoryThe story of 《Chest 》 is about Capulet, who has forgotten how to undo the transmogrification spell after having turned into a Chest for a time until found and brought home by Zong. Having turned back human with Zong's help, Capulet then decided to find and help those who also have also turned into chest back into human.Feature Get to know stories behind … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Chest.

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  25. Two Mages; Orbi and Jole, must fight their way through dangerous lands and end up on the other side in one piece. Will you be able to guide them to safety?*Made by Anima*. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Fesnia.

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  26. 49%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, story
    75% User Score Based on 16 reviews

    Dungeon & Adventure is an adventure game with puzzle and first-person shooter elements. Take on the role of a traveler and go on an adventure deep into a dangerous dungeon. Explore mysterious locations and find an ancient ring that will give you a spirit! You have to go through a dangerous path, solving puzzles and fighting various monsters alone. Use your staff and magic to survive in th… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon & Adventure.

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  27. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability
    64% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    A village is invaded by succubi each night. On a quest to defeat them, you enter the Succubus Forest, which is home not only to succubi, but many monster girls that will attack you without mercy. You must fend them off and reach the heart of the forest. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Succubus Forest.

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  28. 83%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding
    83% User Score Based on 129 reviews

    Exquisite hand-drawn animations and sound. Dozens of delicate H-scenes. Hundreds of random skills.  Zombies, firearms, and beautiful girl! Excellent gamepad vibration experience. English Language Patch available. TUNNEL ESCAPE - Fates Entwined (TEFE) is a side story to the classic game TUNNEL ESCAPE. This game (TEFE) is currently in development and is being crowdfunded through monthly s… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Tunnel Escape.

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  29. The game is currently in its demo stage. It does not represent the final game in any manner. Genre: Puzzle, Stealth, 2D Platformer, Action,adventure, comedy Engine: Unity 2D Team Size: 2 Duration: 4 Months. Platforms (supported in future): Windows, Mac, Linux, Android, iOS Problem Statement:  There is no representation of Indian art in mainstream gaming and the portrayal of Indian culture is d… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Fabulous World of Whirly.

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  30. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability
    78% User Score Based on 1,163 reviews
    Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

    Kidnapped for no clear reason to a dazzling yet mysterious island on the Mediterranean Sea, a young girl has to find a way to escape. Armed with only her wits, agility, and the will to survive, she must make her getaway or Die Young. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Die Young.

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  31. 72%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    72% User Score Based on 250 reviews

    Arise, mighty monarch, from your prolonged slumber. A dreadful disease has struck the kingdom and taken away people's lives. Your lands have wilted, the rest of the subjects have abandoned their houses, and monsters created by fragments of diseased souls have come in their places, swallowing up all living beings. It is time, king, to awake and unite the fractured lands, vanquish the darkness, and … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Kingsgrave.

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  32. 44%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:music, gameplay
    44% User Score Based on 104 reviews

    The Waste Land is imbued with feelings of despair and lost innocence, puts players in the role of a fallen king who must find his way to right the wrongs caused by his own failings. Players explore a vast world across seven continents and meet memorable characters while fighting off twisted creatures to survive a hostile land - all in gorgeous 8-bit style. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Waste Land.

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    57%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay
    67% User Score Based on 36 reviews

    What happens when someone has no magic in a world where everyone has it? Play this quirky, colorful 16-bit style RPG and find out! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Beyond Magic.

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    69%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, grinding
    69% User Score Based on 102 reviews

    Five souls, brought together in a simple rescue mission, come to learn that they are more connected than they had believed. Classic RPG goodness and intriguing storyline with this RPG from Valkyria Studios. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wind Child.

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  35. 70%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, character development
    70% User Score Based on 233 reviews

    Traverse through rich, detailed environments, recruit colorful characters and fight your way through dangerous hordes of enemies in this exciting old-school RPG incorporating 40 quests, 26 secret rooms, 8 animal kings and countless of secrets and items to discover. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Millennium: A New Hope.

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  36. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics
    Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, grinding
    75% User Score Based on 57 reviews

    one day, a portal opened for appearantly no reason, evils poured in - the devil who wants to rule the world, slime princess that's acutally kinda cute, blood-thirsting succubus, fox of mystery and sexy mermaids. I was enslaved by those beautiful monstresses and drilled day by day. But everytime I died I got stronger, and one day, I gotta conquer them all! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Otaku's Fantasy 2.

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  37. 71%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, humor
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay
    71% User Score Based on 68 reviews

    Animal Rescuer is helping lovely animals through exploring an epic world with faster gameplay and increased quest and combat intensity. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Animal Rescuer.

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  38. 75%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, atmosphere
    75% User Score Based on 683 reviews

    Labyronia is an epic RPG. Only by defeating the gods can you, and your friends, save the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Labyronia RPG.

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  39. 80%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    84% User Score Based on 484 reviews
    Critic Score 70%Based on 3 reviews

    Catmaze is a fairy metroidvania set in the universe based on the Slavic myths. Age-old tales will come to life in the unforgettable adventure of Alesta, a sorceress whose courage guides her through mysterious paths and dark forests in search of the lost road to Navi, the world of the dead. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Catmaze.

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  40. 54%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, replayability
    59% User Score Based on 352 reviews
    Critic Score 49%Based on 28 reviews

    The Deer God is a breathtaking 3D pixel art adventure that will challenge your religion and your platforming skills. It's a game about survival, reincarnation, and karma; all set in a breathtaking and unique 3D pixelized world. Feast your eyes on the beautiful lighting, day and night system, and vast landscapes. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Deer God.

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  41. 73%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay
    Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding
    71% User Score Based on 504 reviews
    Critic Score 80%Based on 2 reviews

    Scrap Garden is a charming puzzle platformer about the adventures of Canny, a lonely robot, who awakens in a post-apocalyptic world to find all other robots shut down and seized up. What happened to the City? Why did all robots stop moving? Did anyone survive except him? Little rusty Canny has to do all he can to find answers to these questions... and try to fix it all. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Scrap Garden.

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  42. 74%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, replayability
    Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding
    81% User Score Based on 42 reviews

    Become a young hero and travel from dungeon to dungeon to regain your lost memories. While fighting your way through, you will encounter characters from your past. It's your quest to figure out if they are friends or foes. But be careful anyone can betray you in the Dungeons of Betrayal. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeons of Betrayal.

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    65%Game Brain Score
    Most mentioned positive aspects:story, music
    Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability
    65% User Score Based on 487 reviews

    An Indie RPG available on steam. The Chosen is a heroic RPG inspired by the Dragon Quest Series and Chrono Trigger. Will you be able to unravel the mysterious plot against you and become the Chosen? If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Chosen RPG.

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  44. Heart of Smoke is a platformer game with 90's feel. Players must clear the levels using two characters: the smoke wizard Eneen can fly by creating a bird and attack with bats. The ninja girl Rae is more fast and can attack with her katana. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Heart of Smoke.

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  45. A mix of platformer and quest with good-old retro aesthetics and crazy trash-metallic storyplot. You play as Denis, a teenage fan of heavy music. He is bored to live a normal life and it seems that others do not understand him. Together with his friend, musician Max, he finds a way to open the door to another Evil-dimension. The friends decide just for fun to check is it really work. "Da… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Тёмное отражение (Dark Reflection).

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  46. Upon waking up, you find that your wife has mysteriously disappeared, and thus embark on a journey to find her. As the last descendant of a Taoist family, you use tracking spells to teleport to the last known location of your wife, only to unexpectedly find yourself in the "Underworld," a realm familiar to many from traditional Chinese ghost and deity stories. Along the way, you will bat… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to 地府行记.

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  47. Slash and Dash is an ultra-dynamic hybrid of a fast-paced action runner and an arcade game with rogue-lite elements, set in a moody, beautiful pixel-art world. Every millisecond counts here, and your reflexes will be pushed to their absolute limits. Step into the shoes of an extraordinary hero, master the art of shape-shifting, and rush to rescue the captured animals! ⚔️ Fast-Paced Action & R… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Slash And Dash.

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  48. Alarial's Blessing is a turn-based RPG for mature audiences that brings fresh ideas to the JRPG genre. The game takes a modern approach to the 2D, top-down formula, but keeps the classic hand drawn animations. Gameplay has a heavy emphasis on story, exploration and combat. Travel with Kal, Tyranel and Mina as they wander the land living the simple life of independent mercenaries. Move from town… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Alarial's Blessing.

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  49. A classic 2D RPG adventure awaits where a young man has lived in the shadow of the parents in his entire life he never knew, sheltered in the forest home they built before their passing. But a quiet life was not his destiny. Now, at eighteen, he's ready to forge his own path—one that follows directly in theirs. His goal is simple but daunting: join the Adventurer's Guild, uncover the truth of his … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SAVE THE KINGDOM SIMPLE RPG.

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  50. Gnomes Revenge  RU: Вы — единственный, кто осмелился зайти на запретную территорию леса. Теперь орды гномов выходят на тропу войны. Хватайте дробовик и покажите им, кто здесь главный в этой охоте на выживание! Gnomes Revenge — это динамичный шутер от первого лица, где вам предстоит сражаться с толпами злобных гномов, охраняющих свою таинственную территорию. После того как вы переступаете черт… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Gnomes Revenge.

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