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Game made in 9 days for dungeon crawler jam 2024. If this gathers enought interest I will make this in to a "proper" game. Had to cut over 70% of content even for this jam version. Not counting the ones I have planned if I will make this in to a "proper" game. Incorporates 3 themes of the jam: Cosmic HorrorSolitudeAcient Ruins Wanted  to add infinity by random level generation and allowing to opti… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Monolith: Tiermes.

You are K. Miller, a communication officer aboard a spaceship orbiting the gas giant SR-819. You lost contact days ago with the rest of the crew when they went to the surface of the planet's moon. Themes Cosmic Horror, Ancient Ruins, and Solitude are central in Void Protocol. Unable to leave, you attempt to mount a rescue since the ship's locked down under the Void Protocol. Solitude: Alone in… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Void Protocol.

Descend into a forgotten gorge to fight against - and alongside - its powerful guardians in this classic dungeon crawler with a modern twist. Build a team of fighters using powerful synergies and complex formations within a simple set of DRPG mechanics. Made in 7 days for Dungeon Crawler Jam 2023. The theme of the jam was Duality, which I chose to interpret in the form of nature vs. technology, an… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Guardian Gorge.

Dark Lord Soffar's Vacation Disruption Be the BOSS! Reverse the role of getting stomped on by the boss, and instead be the end dungeon BOSS to destroy heroes. Summon armies of minions, cast crazy spells, and defeat those pathetic heroes. Now you'll know what it's like to be a true Boss! Quick Summary: Top-Down Survival Shooter where you as an end Boss go up against single heroes. As a boss you hav… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Lord Soffar's Vacation Disruption.

25%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

25% User Score Based on 316 reviews

Wild Season is a farming-life sim that takes its foundations from the greats within the farming simulation, visual novel, and RPG genres and delivers them with a twist. Rebuild your farm to its former glory and beyond, befriend the townspeople and maybe find your one true love (of either gender!), and solve the secret of Bedford Valley. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Wild Season.

75%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

76% User Score Based on 474 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 2 reviews

[Media 2152799] A challenging action RPG/Roguelike with deep combat and enemies that can collaborate between themselves to kill you. * Deep combat: There're enemies that hide, enemies that... If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Mana Spark.

In the mountains of Vogelkop, Western New Guinea, the Vogelkop Bowerbird can be found building its bower. It takes many years to build. In order to pass on its genes to the next generation it is essential that the bower is more seductive than that of its rivals, many of whom are building their own bowers nearby. You can collect mushrooms, charcoal and beetles to make your bower more seductive. On… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Vogelkop Bowerbird.

P.O.W.D.E.R. - Powder On Wild Days Explodes Randomly Play as a delivery elf who must maneuver around obstacles to prevent his package from bursting and deliver it to one of many towns. You can consume the exploded powder to get a buff, but things might get even worse... How long will you resist before giving in to the powder's appeal? Gameplay Whenever one of your powder keg explodes, it is turned… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to P.O.W.D.E.R..

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

46% User Score Based on 636 reviews

Happy Horrordays from Bright Dawn!Need a last minute gift or looking for that special present for yourself? Look no further!Dementium II HD Trading Cards - Available Now!About the GameThe visage of doctors and patients alike fade in and out of these nightmarish visions of tortured memories. This eggshell reality is fractured by experiments conducted in the ward. Blood, flesh and screams surround… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dementium II HD.

62%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

56% User Score Based on 400 reviews

Critic Score 90%Based on 1 reviews

This is the fourth chapter of the Monkey Island series. As normal, prepare to find lots of salty humor and engaging game play from this legendary series. Loaded with lusciously rendered backgrounds and more monkeys than you can handle, Escape from Monkey features an original cinematic story full of drama. The game is highlighted by hundreds of challenging puzzles. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Escape from Monkey Island.

45%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, gameplay

45% User Score Based on 80 reviews

An ancient power lies hidden, deep within Coldfire Keep, threatening the peaceful town of Newsettle. Now four friends must take it upon themselves to become heroes, and venture into the depths on a quest to secure their town's future. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Coldfire Keep.

60%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

64% User Score Based on 522 reviews

Critic Score 60%Based on 11 reviews

"Initially released for Wii to rave reviews, this cult classic real-time strategy game juxtaposes cutesy fairytale visuals with some decidedly adult cynicism for a zany, irreverent adventure to build, enhance, and maintain a mystical, magical kingdom. Making its way to PC for the first time, this edition of the game remains faithful to the Wii original, but brings all its charming, sassy fun to a … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Little King's Story.

42%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

42% User Score Based on 284 reviews

Dark Matter is a 2.5D side-scrolling survival horror game, set in a derelict spaceship besieged by a sinister alien presence, and infested with deadly parasites. As the Ensign, you must explore fetid hallways and abandoned facilities, scavenging for parts and blueprints, expanding your arsenal to up to four deadly weapons and freely customize each to fit your combat style against intelligent, reac… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dark Matter.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere

59% User Score Based on 181 reviews

The Flaws of Gravity is a first-person puzzle game where you change the direction of gravity to solve puzzles and uncover secrets in a labyrinth. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Flaws of Gravity.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, stability

52% User Score Based on 1,675 reviews

Critic Score 82%Based on 5 reviews

“METAL SLUG 3” heads out to Android! Use various weapons and slugs!! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Metal Slug 3.

86%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:replayability, story

89% User Score Based on 104 reviews

Critic Score 77%Based on 3 reviews

Plunge is an isometric puzzle game set within a medieval prison. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Plunge.

63%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, story

63% User Score Based on 80 reviews

Dungeon Hero is a classic style Dungeon Crawler with a Casual/Cartoony twist. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Hero.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

46% User Score Based on 1,173 reviews

Critic Score 64%Based on 4 reviews

The story of a Viking Hero, with rich Viking lore. Vast open world environments, and brutal action combat with mythical powers. Free your people and create a vast army to use in combat. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Viking: Battle for Asgard.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, replayability

46% User Score Based on 246 reviews

Dual Gear is a Tactical Action Turn-Base game presented by Japanese Mecha Inspired. Pilot your mech with the real-time tactical and Command your squad with turn-based element! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to DUAL GEAR.

46%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, stability

46% User Score Based on 348 reviews

Step into the boots of the vicious pirate Christopher Raven and get revenge on the men who killed your family and took your hand. Explore the Caribbean on land and sea, slaying your enemies with a combination of blades, bullets and cannon-fire. Vendetta’s free-flowing combat system allows you to dispatch your foes in a variety of brutal ways; use blocks, counters, parries, pistols, combos and deva… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Vendetta: Curse of Raven's Cry.

How to play The aim of the game is to see how far you can run through the cave, whilst avoiding various hazards and jumping over many gaps. When the game starts, you will start running automatically and build up speed running on the ground. As you travel further into the cave, the challenge will increase. The game ends when you run out of health, or fall into a pit. This game can played in brows… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Cave Runner DX.

29%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor, emotional

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, graphics

29% User Score Based on 665 reviews

In this open world action role-playing game you will bring your dragon's story to life. Become a terrifying or benevolent dragon powerful enough to threaten kingdoms and leave its claw-mark in history. WARNING: DRAGON IS IN EARLY ACCESS ALPHA. IT IS NOT A COMPLETED GAME. Please do not purchase unless you want to actively support development and are PREPARED TO HAVE FUN DESPITE BUGS AND UNANTICI… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon: The Game.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, stability

90% User Score Based on 180 reviews

Begin your apprenticeship as Dwerve! Tinker with a couple of the turrets! Meet your companions! Learn the basic strategies and tactics of turret-based combat. Hone your tower-defense dungeon-crawling skills so you're ready for the full game! Dwerve is a tower defense dungeon crawler RPG where you play as a young dwarf tinkerer who adventures into a ruined kingdom and unearths the lost technologie… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dwerve: Prologue.

41%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, atmosphere

35% User Score Based on 171 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

The story of Twin Sector takes place in a post-apocalyptic future where the remains of mankind have been put to artificial sleep in cryogenic chambers deep under the contaminated surface of earth - until the planet becomes habitable again. You as the player must take the role of Ashley Simms, the protagonist of Twin Sector. Suddenly awakened by the station's security A.I. system O.S.C.A.R., you f… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Twin Sector.

44%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, optimization

44% User Score Based on 72 reviews

At the Mountains of Madness is an indie first-person horror adventure game with survival elements in which you assume the role of the Professor Dyer, geologist of the Miskatonic University, who in 1930 traveled to Antarctica as a leader of a research expedition. But in Antarctica disaster always lurks adventurers like a shadow. And in the most cold and desolate place on earth it is easy to find de… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to At the Mountains of Madness.

Pirate Jump 2 is a classic runner game and includes 3 gameplay modes for the entire family to enjoy. See you in Davie Jones' Locker! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Pirate Jump 2.

This is a puzzle game where you stretch cats to get their king to the top of a mountain. Try to complete all 8 levels! This was solo developed by me for the 2024 GMTK jam with the theme "Built to Scale". Some minor fixes have been made to this game post-jam, the original jam version is available to download below. Note: There seems to be some minor visual issues with the cats in the windows buil… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cat King's Long Journey (GMTK Jam 2024).

38%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

38% User Score Based on 189 reviews

Travel benefitsGift Pack Redemption Code: IaPjQcehk Bqdj8DWD3 sJaXw9iE1 How to receive: Copy the redemption code - click on the avatar in the game - receive the redemption code Join QQ group, Discord and community discussion group to receive special gift packages Follow usQQ群：820485351 YouTube:E.T.E X:E.T.E-steam Bilibili：AITA-ETE About the Game The in-game refresh time is UTC-7… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to E.T.E.

79%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, story

86% User Score Based on 572 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 8 reviews

Create & Play the dungeons of your dreams Create and share your very own dungeons, then play a nearly infinite number of highly creative, trap-ridden dungeons made by other creators from all over the world. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Super Dungeon Maker.

69%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development

100% User Score Based on 20 reviews

Maumau, an adventurer, found a huge treasure chest in an ancient ruin. However, she was taken into the other dimension by the girl who appeared from the treasure chest. Maumau's unique adventure to survive begins. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Maumau and the Labyrinth.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned negative aspects:monetization, music

57% User Score Based on 216 reviews

Words + Strategy = Awesome If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to SpellTower.

81%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, replayability

81% User Score Based on 239 reviews

Age of Fear 2: The Chaos Lord is a refreshingly fun strategy title that marries a tabletop wargame with elements of RPG. The game features a huge variety of units, a novel hex-free battle system, morale, and multiplayer. Play as a manipulative succubuss or a brutal orc warchief in two story driven campaigns! If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Age of Fear 2: The Chaos Lord.

64%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, graphics

64% User Score Based on 142 reviews

An Elder Scrolls Legend: Battlespire is an action role-playing open world video game developed and published by Bethesda Softworks, set in the world of The Elder Scrolls. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to An Elder Scrolls Legend: Battlespire.

30%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, story

30% User Score Based on 80 reviews

The mighty mythological hero, Garshasp, travels into distant lands in search for the secrets hidden in the temple of the dragon, unaware of the hidden dangers and creatures awaiting him in the cursed lands. You play as the mighty Garshasp in this hack and slash expansion pack for the original “Garshasp: The Monster Slayer” game taking place before the original story. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Garshasp: Temple of the Dragon.

49%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, stability

39% User Score Based on 130 reviews

Critic Score 73%Based on 3 reviews

Rezrog is a roguelike dungeon crawler with tabletop game aesthetics set in a fantasy world. The goal of the game is to create a dynamic and engaging dungeon exploration experience for casual and hardcore players alike. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Rezrog.

90%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, optimization

94% User Score Based on 742 reviews

Critic Score 81%Based on 3 reviews

Whenever mist hangs over Lake Orwell, sailors catch sight of a phantom castle just out of reach. As they draw near, it fades away, leaving only questions for all who have seen this “Castle Strangerock.” Now, you must aid your charge in uncovering its secrets...even if it costs you your very soul. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Xanadu Next.

78%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, grinding

78% User Score Based on 492 reviews

The great wizard Galdryn of the Meadows has been vanquished by a deadly conspiracy within the Circle of Mages. His chief ally, Lord Davenmor, now struggles to save his kingdom from the dark forces of the conspiracy and the onslaught of Lord Barrowgrim’s army of marauders. But there is hope, for according to prophecy a Great Champion shall appear to challenge the evil invaders - the Realm awaits YO… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dungeon Lords.

66%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, grinding

66% User Score Based on 119 reviews

Cladun X2 is a hack n' slash dungeon crawler with a retro RPG finish and a nearly infinite level of character customization. From stats to equipment to character classes to creating your own hero, Cladun X2 promises an addicting experience that gamers new and old will fully enjoy. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Cladun X2.

52%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:stability, optimization

52% User Score Based on 824 reviews

A deadly new breed of human monster is on the rise, and it’s up to players to stop the infestation before it spreads. Breach & Clear: DEADline Rebirth is a new and greatly improved version of B&C: Deadline, the follow-up to Breach & Clear, the critically acclaimed hybrid tactical strategy game. The game gives players real-time control over a squad of four elite Special Forces tasked with tracking … If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Breach & Clear: Deadline Rebirth.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:music, atmosphere

Most mentioned negative aspects:graphics, gameplay

83% User Score Based on 130 reviews

City or countryside? Play Classic Solitaire where you feel like it today, with your pet friends Buddy and Lucky. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Buddy and Lucky Solitaire.

88%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, music

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, replayability

88% User Score Based on 430 reviews

LineWay is a concise style and easy-to-handle puzzle game, its goal is to connect all bricks into one line, and based on that, there are many different functional bricks to form varied challenging game levels. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LineWay.

72%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, music

73% User Score Based on 288 reviews

Critic Score 65%Based on 2 reviews

Air Conflicts: Secret Wars is an arcade flight simulation set in a World War I and II scenario. During the seven campaigns the player has to fly and fight through over 48 missions. Before taking off, the player can choose between different aircrafts, each with different strengths and weaknesses. Within the missions the player gets different objectives like patrolling, sneaking, hit & run, bombing… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Air Conflicts: Secret Wars.

70%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, humor

Most mentioned negative aspects:story, graphics

70% User Score Based on 122 reviews

bitDungeonIII is a 2d action adventure game with rogue-lite elements. Randomly generated overworld and dungeons. Make allies with other players or kill them for their precious inventory items. Discover random items that greatly enhance and affect your character. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to bit Dungeon III.

59%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:graphics, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:music, stability

59% User Score Based on 81 reviews

The Deep Paths: Labyrinth Of Andokost is a first-person, dungeon crawling RPG, with traditional grid-based movement, and active turn-based combat. Players explore a vast labyrinth filled with dangerous creatures, and hidden treasures, to unravel an ancient mystery and deliver their city from harm's way. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to The Deep Paths: Labyrinth Of Andokost.

65%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:atmosphere, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:gameplay, optimization

64% User Score Based on 50 reviews

Critic Score 70%Based on 1 reviews

What lurks in the darkest corners of the mansion? Westmark Manor is a journey into the occult, a mind-bending survival horror game, with a heavy focus on solving puzzles and exploration, inspired by the formidable H.P. Lovecraft. If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Westmark Manor.

83%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, graphics

Most mentioned negative aspects:grinding, monetization

83% User Score Based on 1,429 reviews

Stoneshard: Prologue is a demo to Stoneshard, an open-world roguelike RPG currently in development.Key features: Familiarize yourself with the basic mechanics of the main game. Learn the backstory of one of Stoneshard's main characters, Verren. Explore the dark catacombs of the abandoned abbey. Try out a variety of skill trees, from two-handed sword and bows to pyromancy and geomancy. S… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Stoneshard: Prologue.

96%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:gameplay, story

Most mentioned negative aspects:character development, grinding

96% User Score Based on 74 reviews

This is the RPGMaker Version of LunarLux Chapter 1! As of 2022, LunarLux has switched engines and has been rebuilt from the ground-up on GameMaker Studio 2! LunarLux the full game will include 5 Total Chapters and will be hosted on a NEW STORE PAGE on Steam Titled: 'LunarLux' If you enjoyed the RPGMaker Version of LunarLux, you'll absolutely love the GMS2 version and its improvements! Be sure to… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to LunarLux Chapter 1.

57%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, stability

58% User Score Based on 716 reviews

Critic Score 53%Based on 2 reviews

P.A.M.E.L.A. is an intense open-world survival horror game set in Eden, a fallen Utopian city. Play as a Sleeper, awoken from cryosleep in Eden, a fallen utopia wrought with death and danger. Utilize a wide range of hi-tech weapons, equipment, and build-able items that can be upgraded to suit your needs. Meet PAMELA, an omnipresent AI overseer who is left alone watching over the once-vibrant city… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to P.A.M.E.L.A.

73%Game Brain Score

Most mentioned positive aspects:story, gameplay

Most mentioned negative aspects:optimization, grinding

69% User Score Based on 790 reviews

Critic Score 80%Based on 33 reviews

Dragon Quest Heroes 2 is a hack-and-slash, field-roaming Action RPG that sends players on a new adventure to restore order in a once peaceful world filled with hordes of monsters and battles of epic proportions. Up to 4 players can band together in cooperative multiplayer to conquer swarms of enemies and defeat challenging boss monsters. There is also a cast of many playable characters each with u… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Dragon Quest Heroes 2.

Submission for "The Escape 2024 Game Jam" Best played in full screen. How to Play: Welcome to the dungeon, where survival is your only goal. But there’s a twist—once an enemy is defeated, its soul is released, flowing into you and granting you an extra health point. This isn’t just your lifeline; it’s your currency. Combat Mechanics: Basic Attacks: Melee: Aim with your mouse and Left-cli… If you enjoyed this game, see our list of games similar to Overflow Soul.