Games like The Shift - Ludum Dare 31

Rat Hunter is a traditional first-person shooter set on a remote, Earth-like planet rich in minerals. Players assume the role of a freelance reporter investigating mysterious worker disappearances at a corporate research facility developing a powerful drug. The game focuses on solid, polished gameplay with unique visualization and mecha-based combat elements.

"Spinch" is a single-player platformer game with compelling mechanics and stunning visuals. Players control the shape-shifting organism, Spinch, on a mission to rescue its missing offspring from malformed creatures across six vibrant worlds. With old-school difficulty, fast-paced gameplay, and no lives or game overs, "Spinch" offers a challenging experience for players of all levels.

"Aaru's Awakening" is a challenging, fast-paced indie platformer with unique locomotion mechanics. Players control Aaru, a mythical creature on a quest to save his world from destruction. Using a combination of dash and teleport abilities, players navigate through intricate levels, solving puzzles and battling enemies in a vibrant, hand-drawn world. The game offers a satisfying difficulty curve and a captivating story, making it a must-play for platformer fans.

In Sideway New York, players navigate a graffiti-covered 3D city as Nox, solving puzzles and battling enemies in a unique 2D/3D perspective. Unlock new abilities to soar, slide, jump, and blast foes while surviving a vibrant, dangerous world influenced by your chosen color. Experience local co-op and eccentric boss battles, all set to an original soundtrack by Mr. Lif.

"Valfaris: Mecha Therion" is a 2.5D side-scrolling shoot 'em up game, serving as a sequel to the critically acclaimed Valfaris. As Therion, pilot Mecha Therion, a formidable machine of destruction, equipped with an array of deadly firepower to obliterate hostile alien forces across various levels. Customize your Mecha loadout, upgrade weapons, and prepare to unleash mecha hell.

Planet Diver is a thrilling wing suit diving game set in space where you dive through dangerous planets to collect star stuff. With 3 planets, 9 biomes, and 75 missions, each dive is unique and randomly generated. Compete online, unlock rewards, and acquire new outfits and abilities as you progress. Be cautious of the planet's secrets as you dive deeper.

In The Great Perhaps, play as an astronaut returning to a post-apocalyptic Earth, using a mysterious lantern to explore the past and uncover the cause of the disaster. Solve time-travel puzzles and experience a unique atmosphere melding Soviet aesthetics with gripping post-apocalyptic drama. Interact with memorable characters and enjoy an original adaptive soundtrack.

"Airscape: The Fall of Gravity" is a challenging underwater action-adventure game. As a little betta fish, you swim, jump, and rush through stunning, ever-changing levels while avoiding numerous hazards. Your goal is to reach the end of each level, collecting bubbles and avoiding enemies and traps along the way. With its unique gravity mechanics and beautiful visuals, Airscape offers a fresh take on the classic arcade genre.

"KUNAI is a single-player open-world game featuring marvelous mechanics and stellar visuals. Take control of Tabby, a robot imbued with an ancient warrior's soul, and navigate through a world filled with secrets and hidden passages. With ninja mobility and a deadly arsenal of weapons, fight against evil machines and increase your strength by killing enemy robots to unlock abilities and kick-ass tricks."

"Tulpa is a single-player puzzle-platformer game known for its pretty visuals and atmospheric setting. Control Ophelia and her tulpa, Oliver, as you explore a hauntingly elegant world full of bizarre obstacles and abstract puzzles. The ever-changing landscape and mysterious trials will challenge you to decipher the path forward, making for a unique and captivating adventure."